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Aft er oo SSC KIDS TO

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LOSE A YEAR?

By Yatin Ingle

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hile the state board has already started the process of releasing the marks of those whose results it had put on hold, students whose marks are yet to be released are unable to apply via the online admission process. These students stand to lose an academic year.

On Tuesday, June 17, the MSBSHSE declared the results for the SSC exams conducted in March 2014, but the results of around

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1,500 students were held back. While a few students went to the board office and managed to get their results cleared, around 500 more are yet to get their results. These students cannot apply for admission as they do not have their marks which need to be filled in the admission forms.

Shounak Choudhary, a student whose result has been kept on hold, says “My school authorities, and even I have visited the state board office but they are asking for a couple of days more to re-

About 500 students whose results had been 'reserved' by the state board, could lose a year as they cannot seek admission without their marks

lease the results. All the students who have got their marks have already completed the online admission form filling process. We students whose marks are held back cannot fill the form. For no fault of ours, we may stand to lose a year because of the board's blunder.”

In the meanwhile, the state board officials say that of the 1,500 'reserved' results, over 700 have been released and the others will be released in a couple of days.

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Campa story almost over

Police barricades outside the compound are a sure sign that the demolition process will soon be underway, though residents still haven't given up

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NCP leader in extortion racket T

By Zuber Ansari

he vice president of the Nationalist Congress Party's youth wing has been arrested for allegedly demanding Rs.8 lakh from a person for not complaining Inderpal Singh Marwah to the MHADA office against, what

he claimed was, an 'illegal' shanty which had been purchased a few months ago.

According to Police Sub Inspector Rajendra Tikekar from the Antop Hill police station,

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GMC doctors’ demands fulfilled

Afternoon Despatch & Courier

CITY OPINIONS

Do you think the government is doing enough to bring back the Indians from Iraq?

Rachna Kuradia Social media executive Yes. According to me, the govt. is leaving no stone unturned to ensure rescue of the Indian citizens.

Ajay Valecha Photographer Yes. But it is difficult to comment at this moment as the newly formed government is trying its best to get them back and make the nation proud.

Farhan Fayyaz Shaikh Choreographer The situation in Iraq does not allow the Indians to come back to India. But when the situation is neutral, Government of India will take care of it.

Dhanesh Kandhari Public relations executive I think the government is lacking somewhere.

They need to implement new strategies.

Meghna Kuradia Service Yes. The government is doing its best and the Indians will return to their nation very soon.

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TODAY Maxell Foundation: The Maharashtra Corporate Excellence Awards 2014. Nine business leaders from Maharashtra to be bestowed with Maxell Awards! Sharad Pawar will be the Guest of Honour, at the Nehru Centre, Worli, 5.30 pm.

NCPA: 'Chha Rahi Kali Ghata: Thumris of the Rain', by Dhanashree Pandit Rai at Experimental Theatre, Nariman Point, 6.30 pm.

ART & EXHIBITIONS Jehangir Art Gallery: Exhibition of paintings by Manoj Paturkar, Kala Ghoda, till June 23, 11 am to 7 pm.

Artists Centre: `Buddha' exhibition of paintings by Meenakshi Aggarwal at Ador House, 6, K. Dubhash Marg, Kala Ghoda, till June 22, 11 am to 7 pm.

Gallery Pradarshak: First shower by friends of Pradarshak are Jagannath Paul, Milburn Cherian, Devji Shrimali, Suruchi Jamkar, Prasad Talekar, Suresh Gulage, Ramesh Deshamane and Ranjit Kurmi at 100, Kalpana Bldg, 12th Road, Khar, till June 30, 11 am to 7 pm.

India Art Presents Children’s Art: Exhibition of paintings by 60 artists at Nehru Centre Art Gallery, Discovery of India Building, Dr. Annie Besant Road, till June 23, 11 am to 7 pm.

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tion to us,” said Dr. Ayudh Kumar Makdum, President, Maharashtra Association of Resident Doctors (MARD), Nagpur.

So on Thursday morning, the doctors came down to Mumbai and met with the director of the Directorate of Medical Education, Dr. H. Pravin Shingare, and the Medical Education Minister, Jitendra Awhad. “We had a meeting with them to discuss our problems.

They have assured us in writing that the needful will be done. They have promised a minimum of 30

more guards to be posted at GMC and also about 30 CCTV cameras to be installed. Though they have not given us any timeline for doing this, they have promised that it will be done at the earliest. The moment we got this in writing, we called off the strike,” said Dr. Makdum.

Around 300 doctors from GMC, Nagpur went on strike after Dr. Amit Baheti, a second year resident doctor in the medicine department, was assaulted in the general ward by relatives of a patient who had been brought to the hospital in

a serious condition.

The Central MARD, too, had condemned this incident and had put forth a set demands including the implementation of the Doctors' Protection Act, complete overhaul of security arrangements and the presence of armed guards in sensitive areas like the ICU, labour ward.

Dr. Baheti did not suffer serious physical injuries, but was traumatised by the incident. He is on leave now, staying with his parents, informed Dr. Makdum.

Police charge Gopal Shetty for rioting

Iraq crisis will lead to spike in inflation: Mukesh Ambani

By Shwetha Kannan

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he striking doctors of the Government Medical College (GMC), Nagpur, called off their indefinite strike on Thursday after they were were assured in writing that their demands would be fulfilled. The doctors had begun a flash strike on Tuesday morning after an unruly incident at GMC. “We needed a solution to our problems and simply continuing the strike did not seem like a solu-

The BJP MP and 30 others had allegedly threatened a Kandivli-based property developer, say police

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By A Staff Reporter

By Zuber Ansari

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he Kandivli police on Wednesday registered a case of rioting and trespassing against acting BJP Member of Parliament Gopal Shetty and 30 others after they allegedly threatened a Kandivlibased property developer. The police have not made any arrests in the case yet.

Although the complainant has said in his complaint that Shetty was present at the spot and threat ened him, the police are verifying his contention.

According to M. Pandarmise, senior police inspector of Kandivali police station, complainant L akhmendra Khurana had approached the Kandivali police after 30 people barged into his office and threatened him. The buil der claimed that the mob including Gopal Shetty beat him, his son, his partner and his watchman before leaving.

The officers said that the pri-

vate developer had bought the pro perty of Gayatri Apartment in Kan divli (West) from another builder for redevelopment where 27 tenants had been staying. Khurana had then shifted the families to a temporary building and paid the r ent of ayear. However, during this time the building was listed as dilapidated.

The tenants claimed that the builder refused to give them possession of their flats again. Khurana in his complaint claimed that

the tenants approached the MP and asked him to pressurise him into returning the flats by force.

“Shetty has not disputed the complaint of the builder about his presence at the spot but we are checking this. We will record the statement of Shetty after it is proved that he was present at the spot,” said Pandarmise.

On Thursday, the tenants of the Gayatri Apartments had approached the Kandivali police in favour of Shetty asking the police to register a case of cheating against Khurana. “The tenants have claimed that Khurana did not give them anything in writing about returning their property or giving them a temporary house until the redevelopment is complete. We have accepted their written complaint and are investigating that aspect as well,” said Pandarmise.

When contacted, Gopal Shetty’s spokesperson said that Shetty supported the tenants.

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ukesh Ambani, chairman of Reliance Industries, on Thursday said the crisis in Iraq will lead to higher fuel prices which in turn will raise inflation, says a PTI report.

"In an inter-connected world like the one we are living in today, what's happening around the world affects everywhere.

"The geopolitical crisis in the Middle East, especially the ongoing one in Iraq will increase crude oil prices which in turn will spike inflation in our economy," Ambani said at the 106th annual general meeting of Indian Merchants Chamber on Thursday.

Crude oil prices have gone up by four per cent as the civil war has engulfed Iraq and some analysts believe that if the crisis worsens it could jack up India's oil import bill by over US $20 billion this fiscal, at close to US $200 billion.

Late Syedna’s kin agree to SSC KIDS TO LOSE A YEAR? speedy succession trial Continued from pg 1 «

By A Staff Reporter

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alf-brother and son of late Syedna Mohammed Burhanuddin, spiritual head of millionstrong Dawoodi Bohra community, mutually agreed before Bombay High Court on Thursday to have an 'expeditious trial' of their dispute over appointment of Dai-al-Mutlaq or spiritual head.

Justice Gautam Patel fixed July 17 for pre-trial directions while acting on a suit filed by late Syedna's half-brother Khuzaima Qutbuddin (73) that contested the appointment of the Syedna’s son as his successor.

Qutbuddin (73), who sought relief including entry to Saifi Manzil, the house of the community leader, has filed a 700-page suit asking the court to restrain Syedna Saifuddin (70) to act as the Dai-alMutlaq, reports PTI. In reply to the

suit, defendant Syedna Saifuddin filed a detailed 494-page affidavit on April 23, 2014.

The half-brother, in his suit, has claimed he is the real successor as he was the Mazoon (second-incommand) and the late Syedna too was once the Mazoon and become the head of the community after his predecessor's death.

He said after Burhanuddin became the new Syedna, he had publicly appointed his younger brother, Khuzaima Qutbuddin, as his Mazoon and privately anointed him as his successor, reports PTI. While for majority of the members of the community, there is absolutely no doubt over the succession of Syedna Saifuddin's succession as the next Syedna, the followers of Qutbuddin consider him as the rightful successor. They said that he has been late Syedna's closest aide over the years.

Speaking to the ADC, Laxmikanth Pandey, Chairman, State Board, Mumbai Division said: “We have already started releasing the results. Students should not worry about the online admission form filling process as the state board will be forwarding the complete marks of each and every student to the Maharashtra Knowledge Corporation Limited (MKCL) for enabling admissions.”

IIT JEE (ADVANCED) results out

By A Staff Reporter

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he Indian Institute of Technology – Joint Entrance Exam (JEE) were declared yesterday with 1,26,997 qualifying the exam. This year, 27,151 candidates had appeared for the exam. Amongst the registered candidates, 19,416 found their place in the common merit list (CML). From the qualified candidates, 6,028 fall in the OBC (NCL) category, 4,444 SC and more than 1,255 in the ST category. A total of 243 PwD candidates have also qualified.

However, the boys took over the

IIT-JEE exams. Chitraang Murdia, with a score of 334 on 350, is the topper of JEE (ADVANCED). He had appeared from IIT Delhi zone and belongs to the state of Rajasthan.

Shalaka Kulkarni from Singhania International School, Thane secured 281/350 and is the state topper for Maharashtra. Her All India Ranking (AIR) is 87. Speaking to ADC, Shalaka said, “It has been a fruitful result after all the hard work.”

The choice filling portal will be open from June 20 to June 24 for allotment of seats in various programmes.

Afternoon Despatch & Courier

MUMBAI | FRIDAY, JUNE 20, 2014

By Zuber Ansari

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he Mumbai Police Traffic Division’s special drive against bikers on the JJ flyover from February onwards has fetched positive results. Around 90 per cent of the bikers who earlier took the flyover are now avoiding it due to the tough measures employed by the Pydhoni and Colaba traffic police departments on either side.

There is also a special drive being initiated thrice a week to stop bikers from getting onto the flyover between 12 midnight and 5 am, and this has further reduced the number of two-wheeler related accidents. A police inspector from Pydhoni police station said, “Rash driving on the flyover has dropped considerably. We note down the names and addresses of the offenders apart from levying fines and punishments.”

The ban on two-wheelers enforced by the traffic department in April 2010 was over the number of accidents caused by its ‘curvy’ shape.

However, this did not deter the daredevils from trying their luck, and over the past eight years, there have been more than 70 deaths and hundreds have been injured. But even now, bikers try their luck, attempting to dodge the police at both ends.

They include pillion drivers comprising women and children!

The JJ flyover was built to bridge

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the time gap between school of architecture and hospital, a nightmare of illegally-parked cars, bikes, handcarts, jaywalkers and hawkers. It has succeeded admirably, in that the journey between the two points is absolutely easy and takes about three minutes for four wheelers. Underneath the JJ flyover, it is another story. The nightmare is much worse than it ever was, and a journey from Chakala Junction on its south end to JJ on its north side, could take as much as 40 minutes!

The distance of 2.4 km (the same as JJ flyover) traverses five junctions, starting with Dr Iqbal Chowk junction opposite JJ Hospital in the north, to Yusuf Meher Ali Road, Minaara Masjid, Bhendi Bazaar, ending at Chakala Junction opposite Manish Market in the south. Each junction has traffic signals.

At night after 10 pm, there is a surge of two-wheeler traffic on the 2.4 km route, reflecting the hope that there is less traffic below the bridge, obviating the need to break laws. This is usually hopeless optimism. The whole area is only slightly less choc-a-bloc during the night as it is during the day. The time taken to travel the road below by a two-wheeler during business hours is easily over 30 minutes and sometimes it takes even longer.

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Record of penalties

From March 1 to April 20, this year, the Pydhonie traffic police have charged 4,070 bikers for taking the JJ flyover, while from May till now they have penalised more than 1,000 bikers for entering the JJ flyover. In contrast, they seem to have been unable to do much about traffic violations below the structure!

Around 1,400 bikers were penalised in March alone by the Colaba Traffic Division and around 164 paid fines till April 20 for violating traffic norms. From May, around 500 bikers were penalised. The checks against bikers was stepped up after February 26, when two young men were killed after ramming into a car on the flyover.

THERE’S A REASON WHY BIKERS STILL TRY THEIR LUCK ON THE JJ FLYOVER AND WHY PAYING THE FINE IS CONSIDERED LIKE A TOLL!

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A policeman speaks

Pics: Azad Shrivastav | ADC

Talking to ADC, a constable attached to Pydhoni Traffic Police Station, Jahangir Mulani said, “In actuality, if we can enforce the law to the fullest, then there wouldn’t be a case of traffic snarls anywhere in this area. Locals are flouting the rules and there is a large number of signal violations. At various times, we penalise them but they end up repeating the offence. Most of the time, groups from the community come forward to rescue them, hurling abuses at us along with threats of dire consequences.”

Another constable from Colaba said, “Our jurisdiction is around 10 per cent of the entire JJ flyover including areas on and below the bridge. People have no fear of the police.

“And those traveling with their families are the worst, while often it is the women who are defiant.”

Ramzan is coming up!

A shop owner’s POV

The whole area is business dominated, and most of the shops and gala owners have their own cars. They park right outside the shops. This is the view of one of them, “So what’s wrong in that, we are paying charges to traffic cops whenever they are acting against us.”

Illegal encroachments are rampant.

They claim they are paying 'hafta' to the authorities, including civic and police.

Most of the cars parked on both sides of the road belong to local residents who have no fear of the entire traffic department.

On June 30, the holy month of Ramzan will begin. During this time, from JJ signal to Chakala junction the number of encroachments on the already congested pavements will double with mostly kurta-pyjama sellers. The 20-metre road, now reduced to 10 metres, with become even narrower. Shop owners will extend their shops, the road leading to Bohri Mohalla, Minara Masjid and Phydhoni will experience hectic pedestrian and shopping activity and even restaurants in these areas will add five to six dining tables for the extra buck.

Get ready for more bikers on the JJ flyover!

A traffic warden says

Dr. Sunil G Kamat (67) is a retired pathologist. More bravely, he is a traffic warden, having volunteered for the position.

He says, “The problem below the bridge will be solved in 15 days if traffic cops act against these nuisance makers. They will stop automatically if traffic police acts and deploys additional police force to carry out their task without duress. Everyone violates rules below the bridge -- youths, women and senior citizens.”

They call us “Pandu”!

Many of the constables attached to both the Pydhoni and Colaba traffic division revealed that, whenever the police stop bikers and drivers for traffic violations, they are subjected to abuse. Sometimes they are called by the pejorative “Pandu”. Even women traffic constables deployed on the bridge are not spared this behaviour.

IPC 353 difficult to impose

IPC 353 stands for assault or criminal force to deter a public servant from discharge of his duty, but often, when bikers abuse or threaten the traffic cops, attempts to apply this section come to nought. Political interference and intervention by community leaders are brought to bear upon the police to prevent them from booking offenders under this section.

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CHANGE OF NAME

I Mohammed Ismail have changed my name to Ansari Mohammed Ismail vide Affidavit dated 19th June 2014.

C-11241 I have changed my old name from Anil Kumar Madrecha (Jain) to new name Anil Roshanlal Jain as per Affidavit KT 006816 dated June 18, 2014.

C-11242 I Swaminath Maniram has changed my name to Swaminath Maniram Vishwakarma wide Gazette No. X-76053 dated 20th February 2014.

C-11243 I Mohamed Arfat Hasan Warsi have changed my name to Mohd Arafat Hasan Warsi vide Maharashtra Govt. Gazette (U-3843) dt. 24/4/2014 to 30/4/2014.

C-11244 I have changed my name from Beena Mahavir Prasad Mishra to Bina Yogendra Sharma as per Gazette No (U- 614).

C-11245 I have changed my name from Sweta Ashishbhai Karia to Neha Ashish Karia through Affidavit dated 19/06/2014.

C-11246 I Arti Shrivastava have changed my name to Aarti Shrivastava Dutta for all purposes as per Affidavit dated 20-May-2014.

C-11247 I have changed my old name Miss Supriya Radheshyam Gupta to new name Mrs. Supriya Vikas Kambli as per Affidavit dated 29.05.2014.

C-11248 I have changed my name from Sana Qayyum Shaikh to Sana Qayyum Sayyed as per Deed Poll Affidavit for change in name dated 03/0/2014.

C-11249 I have changed my name from Mohd Hamid Mohd Hashim, to ‘Mohammad Hamid Hashim Shaikh’ as per Deed Poll Affidavit Dated: 19/06/2014.

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CLASSIFIEDS I, Mr. Leju Chacko John have changed my Son’s name from Aditya Andrew Chacko, to ‘Aditya Leju Chacko’ as per Deed Poll Affidavit Dated: 18/06/2014.

C-11251 I, Mohd Salim Shaikh have changed my Daughter’s name from Nausheen Mohd Salim Shaikh, to ‘Alfia Mohd Salim Shaikh’ as per Maharashtra Govt. Gazette No. (X- 39364) Dated: 15/01/2009.

C-11252 I have changed my name from Shrinivasan Kodandapani Mudliar, to ‘Deepak Kodandapani Mudliar’ as per Maharashtra Govt. Gazette No. (X-125634) Dated: 17/05/2012.

C-11253 I have changed my name from Miss. Meena Faujmal Jain, to ‘Mrs. Meena Dilip Mehta’ as per Deed Poll Affidavit with Stamp Paper No. 12AA764198 Dated: 19/05/2014.

C-11254 I have changed my name from Sahil Mohd Aslam Shaikh, to ‘Sahil Aslam Shaikh’ as per Deed Poll Affidavit Dated: 20/06/2014.

C-11255 I have changed my name from Nadim Mohd Aslam Shaikh, to ‘Nadim Aslam Shaikh’ as per Deed Poll Affidavit Dated: 20/06/2014.

C-11256 I have changed my name from Shabina Naseem Siddique, to ‘Fabina Naseem Siddiqui’ as per Deed Poll Affidavit Dated: 20/06/2014.

C-11257 I have changed my name from Naseem Siddiqui, to ‘Naseem Siddique’ as per Deed Poll Affidavit Dated: 20/06/2014.

C-11258 I have changed my name from Babiinisa Naseem, to ‘Baboonissa Naseem Siddique’ as per Deed Poll Affidavit Dated: 20/06/2014.

C-11259 I have changed my name from Babbunisha Naseem Siddique, to ‘Baboonissa Naseem Siddique’ as per Deed Poll Affidavit Dated: 20/06/2014.

C-11260 I have changed my name from Naseem Siddhiqui, to ‘Naseem Siddique’ as per Deed Poll Affidavit Dated: 20/06/2014.

C-11261 I have changed my name from Baby Ravi Agrawal to Baby Ravi Karkhor as per Affidavit dated 12/6/2014.

C-11262 I have changed my name from Madhu Heto Agarwal to Madhu Chandu Karkhor as per Affidavit dated 25/5/2014.

C-11263 I have changed my name from “Gausia Rizwana” to “Gausiya Rizwana Mehmood Raza Khan” as per Affidavit dated 19th June, 2014.

I have changed my name from Mohsin Abdul Sheliya to Mohsin Abdullah Seliya as per Deed poll Affidavit/ Annexure‘E’.

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I have changed my name from Viswanathan Krushnamurti Iyer to Vishwanathan Krishnamurthy Iyer as per Affidavit.

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I have changed my name from Mohammed Feroz Mehbub Shaikh to Mohammed Feroz Mehboob Shapuri as per Affidavit.

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I have changed my name from Abdul Sheliya to Abdullah Dost Mohammed Seliya as per Deed poll Affidavit/Annexure‘E’.

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I have changed my name from Sangita Rajesh Jamnik to Sangita Venkatesh Bannore as per Affidavit.

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I have changed my name from Mehbub Jalal Sab Shaikh to Mehboob Jalal Sab Shapuri as per Affidavit.

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I have changed my name from Navaid Shafique Khan to Navaid Ahmed Shafique Ahmed Khan as per Deed poll Affidavit/Annexure‘E’.

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I have changed my name from Raymond Allan Darryl Lobo to Raymond Darryl Lobo as per Affidavit.

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I have changed my name from Sabera Bgum Mehbub Shaikh to Sabera Begum Mehboob Shapuri as per Affidavit.

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I have changed my name from Manjit Singh to Manjot Singh Sandhu as per Affidavit.

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I have changed my name from Nisar Ahmed Mohammed Jalal to Mohammed Nisar Mohammed Jalal Shapur as per Affidavit.

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I have changed my name from Yasmeen Banu Enayathulla to Yasmeen Banu Mohammed Enayatulla Sayed as per Deed poll Affidavit/Annexure‘E’.

C-11269 I Mrs. Tahera Aliasgar Batliwala have changed my daughter's name from Zenab Aliasgar Batliwala to Zainab Aliasgar Batliwlala as per Deed Poll Affidavit/Annexure 'E'.

C-11270 I have changed my name from Zaber Sajauddin Mohammed to Zaber Sajauddin Shaikh as per Maharashtra Gazette no.

(U-1636).

C-11271 I have changed my name from Naheedbegum Ayaz Khan to Naheed Wasib Sayed as per deed poll Affidavit.

C-11272 I have changed my name from Shivakumar Krishnaswamy to Shivkumar Krishnaswamy Naicker as per deed poll Affidavit dated 19th June 2014.

C-11273 I have changed my name from Asif Mohd Iqbal to Asif Mohd Iqbal Kapadia as per deed poll Affidavit.

C-11274 We Mr. Bharat Budhaji Gawade & Mrs.Suvarna Bharat Gawade have changed my son’s name from Aradhya Bharat Gawade to Aradheea Bharat Gawade as per Affidavit.

C-11275 I have changed my name from Sandip Krishna Sitap to Sandeep Krishna Sitap as per Affidavit.

C-11276 I have changed my name from Sofia Bano Fariduddin to Sofia Bano Khalid Kamal Ansari as per Affidavit.

C-11277 I have changed my name from Mohammed Saleemuddin Teshamuddin Rain to Salimuddin Raayen as per Affidavit.

C-11278 I have changed my name from Jayaprakasan V. to Jayaprakash Karunakara Menon as per Affidavit.

C-11279 I have changed my name from Bijay Kumar to Vijay Kumar as per Affidavit.

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C-11264 I have changed my name from Sugno. Assudomal. Jhurani to Sugnomal. Assudomal.

Jhurani as per Affidavit dated 16th June 2014.

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I have changed my name from Rajiv Nishad to Rajiv Kumar Gamaprasad Nishad as per Affidavit.

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I have changed my name from Satnam Singh to Satnam Singh Sandhu as per Affidavit.

C-11286 I have changed my name from Sharanjit to Sharanjeet Kaur Sandhu as per Affidavit.

C-11287 I have changed my name from Zaid Asrar Ansari to Mohammed Zaid Asrar Ahmed Ansari as per Affidavit.

C-11288 I have changed my name from Asrar Ab Majid Ansari to Asrar Ahmed Abdul Majid Ansari as per Affidavit.

C-11289 I have changed my name from Suvare Ravi Govind to Ravindra Govind Suvare as per Affidavit.

C-11290 I have changed my name from Sharda Vijay Bhondave to Sharada Vijay Bhondave as per Affidavit.

C-11291 I have changed my name from Harsh Kumar to Harsh Lakra as per Affidavit.

C-11292 I have changed my name from Jishnu to Jishnu Unnikrishnan Nair as per Affidavit.

C-11293 I, Beena Unnikrishnan (Mother) have changed my daughter's name from, Aparna Unnikrishnan to Aparna Unnikrishnan Nair as per Affidavit.

C-11294 I have changed my name from Kashim Khan to Kasim Khan as per Affidavit.

C-11295 I have changed my name from Alam Khan to Mohmmad Alam Khan as per Affidavit.

C-11296 I have changed my name from Renu Jagdish Kundnani to Barkha Jagdish Kundnani as per Affidavit.

C-11297 I have changed my name from Adnaan Ahmad to Adnan Ahmed Shaikh as per Affidavit.

C-11298 I have changed my name from Laiq Ahmad Shaikh to Laeeque Ahmed Shaikh as per Affidavit.

C-11299 I have changed my name from Azaz Sidhik Ansari to Aijaz Sidhik Ansari as per Affidavit.

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I have changed my name from Prachin Soma Satale to Prachin Soma Satle as per Affidavit.

C-11305 I have changed my name from Yeshwant Govind Pendurkar to Yashwant Govind Pendurkar as per Affidavit.

C-11306 I have changed my name from Deepak Lakhamshi Faria to Deepak Lakhamshi Shah as per Affidavit.

C-11307 I have changed my name from Nagalakshmi Anjaneyan to Geetha Akhilesh Kumar Sharma as per Affidavit.

C-11308 I have changed my name from Bhadreshkumar Dhirajlal Sanghvi to Bhadresh Dhirajlal Sanghvi as per Affidavit Dated 19/06/2014.

C-11309 I have changed my name from Hemangi Bhaskar Kadam to Shruti Nitin Satam as per Affidavit.

C-11310 I have changed my name from Manasui Kaushik Bhinde to Manashvi Kaushik Bhinde as per Affidavit.

C-11311 I have changed my name from Chabbi Pramod Sahu to Chabirani Pramod Sahu as per Affidavit.

C-11312 I have changed my name from Afroziya Khanam to Afroziya Sadruddin Khan as per Affidavit.

C-11313 I have changed my name from Israt Mujafar Alam & Ishrat Jahan to Isratjahan Shaikh as per Affidavit.

C-11314 I have changed my name from Mujafar Alam Mustaf Ahmad & Muzafar Alam to Muzaffer Alam Shaikh as per Affidavit.

C-11315 I have changed my name from Monty Kumar & Monti Kumar Rangu to Monty Surendra Thakur as per Affidavit.

C-11316 I have changed my name from Yashkumar Prakash Jain to Yash Prakash Singhvi as per Affidavit.

C-11317

I have changed my name from Rukhssna Javeed Mansuri to Rukhsana Javed Mansuri as per Affidavit.

C-11318 I have changed my name from Javeed Ibrahim Mansuri to Javed Ibrahim Mansuri as per Affidavit.

C-11319 I have changed my name from Smruti Subhash Kolwankar to Sakshi Subodh Sadvilkar as per Affidavit.

C-11320 I have changed my name from Najamunissa Shaikh to Najmunnisha Shaikh as per Affidavit.

C-11321 I have changed my name from Jubedabi Nawaj Khan to Zubeda Khan as per Affidavit.

C-11322 I have changed my name from Govardhan Rajgangaram Mitapelli to Govardhan Rajgangaram Mittapelli as per Affidavit.

C-11323 I have changed my name from Vinay Govardhan Mitapelli to Vinay Govardhan Mittapelli as per Affidavit.

C-11324 I have changed my name from Kitabullah Yadali to Kitabullah Yadali Khan. as per Affidavit.

C-11325 I have changed my name from Jatin to Jatin Chand Ramesh Chand Thakur as per Affidavit.

C-11326 I have changed my name from Nasir Ahmed to Nasir Mohammed Ansari as per Affidavit.

C-11327 I have changed my name from Mohd Salim Ansari to Mohammed Saleem Ansari as per Affidavit.

C-11328 I have changed my name from Dharmendra to Dharmendra Leelaram Khangwal as per Affidavit.

C-11329 I have changed my name from Leelaram to Leelaram Udalram Khangwal as per Affidavit.

C-11330 I have changed my name from Santosh to Santoshi Leelaram Khangwal as per Affidavit.

C-11331 I have changed my name from Payal alias Roji wife of Vijay Kumar to Roji Ashwani Soni as per Affidavit.

C-11332 I have changed my name from Mira Ravindra Bhosale to Tara Ravindra Bhosale as per Affidavit.

C-11333 I have changed my name from Vijaykumar Deepak Gala to Vijay Deepak Gala as per Affidavit.

C-11334 I have changed my name from Vipulkumar Deepak Gala to Vipul Deepak Gala as per Affidavit.

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‘Procedural delay amounts to murder’ File cases against govt officials, medical staffers who delay organ donation process, says Khadse

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riminal cases should be filed against government officials and medical staffers who delay the organ donation process by omission or commissions, said Eknath Khadse, the Lead of Opposition in the Assembly, in an exclusive interview with the ADC. Chennai's efforts to save the life of a Mumbai girl caught the imagination of the authorities in Mumbai.

Several law makers, political leaders and the medical fraternity are overwhelmed with this radical achievement.

Khadse himself was advised a kidney transplant last year, but he had a tough time going through the paper work. His wife, Mandakini, volunteered to donate one of her kidneys, but they hit a road block. “I was shocked when I was told of a rule which says that the wife is not a blood relative (of the husband),� said Khadse.

He finally went to Sri Lanka for the transplant procedure.

Khadse said to emulate Chennai is impossible in the near future. As progressive as Maharashtra may be, it is still far behind in the organ donation.

In the past, donors were classified into two groups – blood relatives and other donors. The paper work for blood relatives was less taxing when compared to other donors. For other donors, there had to be a complete police verification and a third party inquiry recorded on camera.

He said, “It was very troubled time.

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Many bikers claim that faulty traffic management is one of the prime reasons that they try the upper route, risking fines if they are caught.

The huge number of encroachments on the pavements below throw all of the pedestrian traffic on to the road, making it mentally tough for bikers to manoeuvre through the traffic.

What makes matters worse is the system of parking which is carried out on that stretch of the road. The traffic

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BJP leader Eknath Khadse Every time they asked for some document or the other, I felt like a victim of rules. It was very time consuming as the committee which approves the organ donation at the state level meets once in four months, instead of monthly.

Khadse emphasised that rules are are meant for the betterment of society. However, in this case, rules are taking its toll on society, so they must be amended. “In Sri Lanka, documentation and the transplant, which would take about eight to 18 months in Mumbai, was done within a week.�

He added, “In my opinion, any government authority or medical staffer who, knowingly or unknowingly, delays procedures should be booked with criminal negligence which amounts to murder. Indirectly, he is taking a life.�

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The traffic situation below the JJ Flyover is chaotic during peak hours.

election related work is carried out unhindered. Meanwhile, in a related development, state party spokesperson Madhav Bhandari raised objections to some contesting candidates in Pune division Graduates' constituency advocating that village sarpanch and non-national bank passbooks could be used as voter identity proof. He said that in many cases the village sarpanch is least educated. Bhandari demanded that the earlier ECI order stipulating requirement of anyone of the 14 documents to establish voter identity should continue.

ll those voters whose names were missing or deleted from the voters' list prior to the recent Lok Sabha elections, need not submit fresh proofs of residence and documents for registration, stated senior BJP leader Ram Naik.

Speaking to newspersons here, he said that following his meeting with Chief Election Commissioner V.S. Sampath, the Election Commission of India (ECI) has agreed that all such eligible voters would only be required to submit previous part number and serial number of the electoral roll, or their voter identity card number. He added that the deci

sion taken by the ECI will be ! " "# communicated to the Chief Electoral Officer of Maharash

! " # $ % & ' & " () # $ % tra within a week. *) + & # , - . /0 1 # 2 3)4*546 7 8 ! & # 2 9 &

He further stated that the # # ! , + 7 2 & + # 1 decision in respect of enroll8 # 7 : 5 -4. & ;< " $

="" & ' & 8 & 1 : 0 = 1 2 -3. & > $2 ment of voters who stayed in # 7 "

0 -?. # # " # 1 & @ # 7 " # # 0 " , @ # # A 8 # buildings now under redevelB $2 & : = 1 2 C # / # $ % # # -*. # opment will be taken in a cou > 2" 0 = 1 2 " & ,<

# # -6. $ 43 # " 0 = 1 2 ple of days by the ECI. Naik # 8 # + 2 7 & *( 6) + 1 # & + # + 2 7 ** 6) + 1 = 1 2 1 # added that another demand which was agreed to by the # $ % &' ( ECI was to distribute voter & ' & *)

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elections or at the time when the election programme is declared. The senior BJP leader )* $ &' ( stated that the ECI has agreed

& ' & !

1 $ % to issue appropriate advertise"# "" ments to this effect. Naik fur3) )M )L )6 *) $ % ther said that the ECI has also agreed to ensure that all the # /' # & 0 1 " & 8 & 1 $2 =& # = >' C & 8 & 1 $

voter lists shall have photo =& # 8 # $2 # + D # ' graphs of all the voters.

8 # 2 # 9 # 2 # D )E )E 3)4* 4E )E 3)4* # F F 44 )) 6 )) Replying to queries, he re 2 8 # 2" & 8 # + 2 7 G 3)) 5 & + 8 # + 2 7 G 4)) 5 1 # 2 A 43H))) 5 iterated his contention that the ECI now should have a 2 & F1 " # # 1 " 7 1 permanent staff till the

I tehsildar office level so that

Dodging a nightmare department hasnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t taken any cognizance of the parking of vehicles underneath the flyover as well as on both sides on the road, Left to itself, the road is generous. The J J Flyover is 16.4 metres wide.

Below, it is no less than than 20 metres, with two lanes on each side and parking in the middle. There is also parking on the sides of the road, usually double parking. This re-

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duces the road virtually to a single lane for north and south bound traffic. The area is a business district comprising mainly of shops, while a huge number of trucks bringing supplies also park their vehicles alongside the main route and block a vast portion of the road.

It is true that motorists, pedestrians and even bikers suffer. But perhaps the worst off are the 'guardiansâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; of traffic along the route. They are at the receiving end from the local residents and the businessmen for not carrying out any action on the illegal parking in the area. Many personnel deployed in that area felt that they needed police protection in order to carry on their duty without any pressure or any 'forced' intervention by the locals. And also arraigned against them are the signal jumpers, the lane cutters, the jaywalkers and their ilk.

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06 CHANGE OF NAME I have changed my name from Rajiv Kumar Mohan Prajapati to Rajiv Kumar Mohanlal Prajapati as per Affidavit.

C-11336 I have changed my name from Annie Mergulaho to Analia Manoelinha Mergulhao as per Affidavit.

C-11337 I have changed my name from Sunny Bhagchand Lalwani to Sunny Bhagu Lalwani as per Affidavit.

C-11338 I have changed my name from Pradeep Bhagchand Lalwani to Pradeep Bhau Lalwani as per Affidavit.

C-11339 I have changed name from Sarasvati to Saraswati Tryambak Lokare as per Affidavit.

C-11340 I have changed my name from Trymbak to Tryambak Nanu Lokare as per Affidavit.

C-11341 I have changed my name from Sugandha to Sugandha Vishvakant Lokare as per Affidavit.

C-11342 I have changed my name from Kesaba Rao Gopili to Keshabrao Kamaya Gopili as per Affidavit.

C-11343

CLASSIFIEDS I have changed my name from Naresh Juharmal Vora to Naresh Juharmal Jain as per Affidavit.

C-11390

I have changed my name from Mittal Tokarshibhai Kariya to Mital Satish Shah as per Affidavit.

C-11373

I have changed my name from Ashokkumar Lalji Savla to Ashok Lalji Savla as per Affidavit.

C-11391

I have changed my name from Hamida Amir Pirani to Hamida Amir Pariyani as per Affidavit.

C-11356

I have changed my name from Bharatkumar Javerlal Gandhi to Bharat Javerlal Gandhi as per Affidavit.

C-11374

I have changed my name from Dhirajkumar Bachumal Ahuja to Dhiraj Bachumal Ahuja as per Affidavit.

C-11357

I have changed my name from Babulal Laxman Bhambhaniya to Babulal Laxman Bambhaniya as per Affidavit.

C-11375

I have changed my name from Aarif Mohammed Yusuf to Mr. Aarif Mohammed Yusuf Shahdullawale as per Court Affidavit Dated :19/06/2014.

C-11392

I have changed my name from Patel Rizwanabanu Abdul Vali Esmail to Patel Rizwana Sabbir as per Affidavit.

C-11358

I have changed my name from Manjulaben Babulal Bhambhaniya to Manjula Babulal Bambhaniya as per Affidavit.

C-11376

I have changed my name from Abdul Samad to Abdul Samad Khan as per Affidavit.

C-11355

I have changed my name from Abdul Vali Esmail Patel to Abdullah Vali Esmail Patel as per Affidavit.

C-11359 I have changed my name from Shabbir Suleman Patel to Sabbir Suleman Patel as per Affidavit.

C-11360 I have changed my name from Haseenabano Tabrez Khan to Hasinabano Tabrez Khan as per Affidavit.

C-11361 I have changed my name from Tabarej Kabir Khan to Tabrez Kabir Khan as per Affidavit.

C-11362

I have changed my name from Angusamy Kesavan to Kesavan Anghusamy Naidu as per Affidavit.

C-11345

I have changed my name from Hareshkumar Girdharilal Gaba to Haresh Girdharilal Gaba as per Affidavit Dated 19/06/2014.

C-11363

We have changed our minor child name from Ria Sengupta to Rinka Sengupta as per Affidavit.

C-11346

I have changed my name from Anishkumar Bhagwandas Chelaney to Anish Bhagwandas Chelaney as per Affidavit Dated" 19/06/2014.

C-11364

I have changed my name from Wazir Ahmed to Wazir Ahmed Zainullah Khan as per Affidavit.

C-11347

I have changed my name from Prakashchandra Baliram Pokhriyal to Prakash Baliram Pokhriyal as per Affidavit.

C-11365

I have changed my name from Gracy Lucy Fernandes to Gracy Patrick Fernandes as per Affidavit.

C-11349 I have changed my name from Ritesh Kumar Vora to Ritesh Vora as per Affidavit.

C-11350 I have changed my name from Jannatunnisa Abdul Gaffur to Jannatunnisa Abdul Gafoor Shaikh as per Affidavit.

C-11351 I have changed my name from Vijay Kumar Thakordas Balsara to Vijay Thakordas Balsara as per Affidavit.

C-11352 I have changed my name from Harishchandra Chandrakant Banabe to Harishchandra Chandrakant Banbe as per Affidavit.

C-11353

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I have changed my name from Bindubahen Mafatlal Sha to Bindu Manish Shah as per Affidavit.

C-11372

We Mr. Amrish Kumar Sharma & Mrs.Saritarani Amrish Sharma change our minor child name from Aryan Amrish Sharma to Kunal Dhanwin Amrish Sharma as per Affidavit.

C-11354

I have changed my name from Kamaiah Gopili to Kamaya Gopili as per Affidavit.

C-11344

I have changed name from Vishwambar Prasad Nayak to Vishwambhar Nayak as per Affidavit.

C-11348

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I have changed my name from Munidevi Prakashchandra Pokhriyal to Munnidevi Prakash Pokhriyal as per Affidavit.

C-11366 I have changed my name from Mohammad Naushad Furkan Ahmed to Naushad Ahmed Furakan Ahmed Ansari as per Affidavit.

C-11367

We Mr. Babulal Bambhaniya & Mrs. Manjula Bambhaniya have changed our minor child name from Harsh Babulal Bambhniya alias Patel to Harsh Babulal Bambhaniya as per Affidavit.

C-11377 I have changed my name from Babulal Laxman Bambhniya alias Patel to Babulal Laxman Bambhaniya as per Affidavit.

C-11378 I have changed my name from Manjula Babulal Bambhniya alias Patel to Manjula Babulal Bambhaniya as per Affidavit.

C-11379 I have changed my name from Punitkumar Kishorchandra Shah to Punit Kishorchandra Shah as per Affidavit.

C-11380 I have changed my name from Bhaktiben Shantilal Visaria to Bhakti Niket Gala as per Affidavit.

C-11381 I have changed my name from Kirtikumar Javerlal Gandhi to Kirti Javerlal Gandhi as per Affidavit.

C-11382 I have changed my name from Prassankumar Arvindkumar Patel to Prassan Arvind Patel as per Affidavit.

C-11383 I have changed my name from Arvindkumar Chandulal Patel to Arvind Chandulal Patel as per Affidavit.

C-11384 I have changed my name from Anita Devi Vijay Agarwal to Anita Vijay Agarwal as per Affidavit.

C-11385

I have changed my name from Momin Mohd Yaseen A Majeed to Mohammad Yaseen Abdul Majeed Ansari as per Affidavit.

C-11368

I have changed my name from Vijay Kumar Agarwal to Vijay Satya Narayan Agarwal as per Affidavit.

C-11386

I have changed my name from Khaja Amir Pathan to Khaja Amir Khan as per Affidavit.

C-11369

I have changed my name from Vineet Kumar Vijay Kumar Agarwal to Vineet Vijay Agarwal as per Affidavit.

C-11387

I have changed my name from Nasreen d/o Khaja Amir Pathan to Nasrin w/o Aslam Shaikh as per Affidavit.

C-11370 I have changed my name from Ashfaque Ahmed Yusuf Ali to Ashfaque Ahmed s/o Yusuf Ali Shah as per Affidavit.

C-11371

I have changed my name from Anita Devi Vijay Kumar Agarwal to Anita Vijay Agarwal as per Affidavit.

C-11388 I have changed my name from Anilkumar Sharma to Anil Markanday Sharma as per Affidavit.

C-11389

I have changed my name from Fatima Mohammed Yusuf to Mrs.Mumtaz Mohammed Yusuf Shahdullawale as per Court Affidavit Dated: 19/06/2014.

C-11393 I have changed my name from Mohammed Yusuf to Mr. Mohammed Yusuf Mohd Hussain Shahdullawale as per Court Affidavit Dated: 19/06/2014.

C-11394 I Mrs. Sumita Jayanti Thummar have changed my name to Mrs. Sumita Jayantibhai Thumar as per Deedpoll Affidavit Dated: 18/06/14.

C-11395 I Mrs. Pritibala Jayprakash Mistry have changed my name to Mrs. Priti Jayprakash Mistry as per Deedpoll Affidavit Dated: 18/06/14.

C-11396 I Miss. Sumitaben Babubhai Rank have changed my name to Mrs. Sumita Jayantibhai Thumar as per Deedpoll Affidavit Dated: 18/06/14.

C-11397 I Mr. Jayantibhai Nagjibhai Thumar have changed my minor son’s name from Tushar Jayanti Thummar to Tushar Jayantibhai Thumar as per Deedpoll Affidavit Dated: 18/06/14.

C-11398 I Mr. Jayantibhai Nagjibhai Thumar have changed my minor daughter’s name from Chandani Jayanti Thummar to Chandani Jayantibhai Thumar as per Deedpoll Affidavit Dated: 18/06/14.

C-11399 I Mr. Jayantilal Nagjibhai Thumar have changed my name to Mr. Jayantibhai Nagjibhai Thumar as per Deedpoll Affidavit Dated: 18/06/14.

C-11400 I Mr. Jayanti Nagji Thummar have changed my name to Mr. Jayantibhai Nagji Thumar as per Deedpoll Affidavit Dated: 18/06/14.

C-11401 I Mr. Jayanti Nagjibhai Thummar have changed my name to Mr. Jayantibhai Nagjibhai Thumar as per Deedpoll Affidavit Dated: 18/06/14.

C-11402 I Mr. Jayantibhai Nagji Thumar have changed my minor daughter’s name from Hetali Jayanti Thummar to Hetali Jayantibhai Thumar as per Deedpoll Affidavit Dated: 18/06/14.

C-11403

I Mr. Krishn Kumar Santlal Kalvar have changed my name to Mr. Krishna Santlal Kalwar as per Deedpoll Affidavit Dated: 19/06/14.

C-11404 I Raju Javatraj Parmar have changed my name to Rajesh Javatraj Parmar as per Deedpoll Affidavit Dated: 19/06/14.

C-11405 I Silvie Clarin Sequeira have changed my name to Silvie Clarine Sequeira as per Deedpoll Affidavit Dated: 19/06/14.

C-11406 I Rashee Mukesh Todwal have changed my name to Rashi Mukesh Todwal as per Deedpoll Affidavit Dated: 11/06/14.

C-11407 I Bimala Bhagat Sharma have changed my name to Bimal Bhagat Sharma as per Deedpoll Affidavit Dated: 28/04/14.

C-11408 I Ramkrishna Salpatrao Matta have changed my name to Ramakrishna Chalapathi Matta as per Deedpoll Affidavit.

C-11409 I Suresh Shama Shetty have changed my name to Mr. Suresh Shyam Shetty as per Deedpoll Affidavit Dated: 18/06/14.

C-11410 We Melwyn Miralles & Olive Melwyn Miralles have changed our minor son’s name from Erol Glen Fernandes to Erol Glen Fernandes Miralles as per Deedpoll Affidavit Dated: 18/06/14.

C-11411 I Gopi Shah have changed my name to Swati Shah as per Deedpoll Affidavit.

C-11412 I Falguniben Chhaganlal Marthak have changed my name to Falguni Rasik Padia as per Deedpoll Affidavit.

C-11413 I Yeshwant Laxman Posrekar have changed my name to Yashwant Laxman Posrekar as per Deedpoll Affidavit.

C-11414 I Bimaladevi Ganesh Gupta have changed my name to Vimla Devi Ganesh Gupta as per Deedpoll Affidavit.

C-11415 I Rajarag Bali Mishra have changed my name to Bajrang Bali Mishra as per Deedpoll Affidavit.

C-11416 I Harshadkumar Gordhanbhai Sondagar have changed my name to Harshad Gordhanbhai Sondagar as per Deedpoll Affidavit.

C-11417 I Diveshbhai Shah have changed my name to Divesh Shah as per Deedpoll Affidavit.

C-11418 I Ketkiben Shah have changed my name to Ketki Shah as per Deedpoll Affidavit.

C-11419 I Jignisha Shah have changed my name to Jigisha Shah as per Deedpoll Affidavit.

C-11420 I Katkiya Rakeshbhai Veljibhai have changed my name to Katakia Rakesh Veljibhai as per Deedpoll Affidavit.

C-11421

I Sunder Jagdish Chotola have changed my name to Sunder Jagdish Chhatola as per Deedpoll Affidavit.

C-11422 I Nandu Meghji Malshi have changed my name to Shah Meghji Malshi as per Deedpoll Affidavit.

C-11423 I Nandu Chandrika Meghji have changed my name to Shah Chandrika Meghji as per Deedpoll Affidavit.

C-11424 I Prashant Ganesh Meher have changed my name to Prashant Ganesh Mangela as per Deedpoll Affidavit.

C-11425 I Anita Ganesh Mangela & Anita Ganesh Meher have changed my name to Anita Dataramo as per Deedpoll Affidavit.

C-11426 I Ganesh Meher have changed my name to Ganesh Mangela as per Deedpoll Affidavit.

C-11427 I Jayesh Ganesh Meher have changed my name to Jayesh Ganesh Mangela as per Deedpoll Affidavit.

C-11428 I Kawar Navin Dagha have changed my name to Kuwarben Navin Shah as per Deedpoll Affidavit.

C-11429 I Navin Malshi Dagha have changed my name to Navin Malshi Shah as per Deedpoll Affidavit.

C-11430 I Bhagyashree Navin Dagha have changed my name to Bhagyashree Navin Shah as per Deedpoll Affidavit.

C-11431 I Sunnodevi Manojkumar Srivastva have changed my name to Shanno Manoj Shrivastav as per Deedpoll Affidavit.

C-11432 I Shabana Banu Shawkat Khan have changed my name to Shabana Shahid Qureshi as per Deedpoll Affidavit.

C-11433 I Shahid Qureshi have changed my name to Mohammad Shahid Qureshi as per Deedpoll Affidavit.

C-11434 I Theresa Rodrigues have changed my name to Theresa Clara Rodrigues as per Deedpoll Affidavit.

C-11435 I Mr. Jitendra Bilguram Kanojiya have changed my name to Mr. Jitendra Bilguram Kanoujia as per Deedpoll Affidavit.

C-11436 I Mrs. Kamala Jitendra Kanojiya have changed my name to Mrs. Kamala Jitendra Kanoujia as per Deedpoll Affidavit.

C-11437 I Mr. Jitendra Bilguram Kanojia have changed my name to Mr. Jitendra Bilguram Kanoujia as per Deedpoll Affidavit.

C-11438 I Mrs. Kamla Jitendra Kanojia have changed my name to Mrs. Kamala Jitendra Kanoujia as per Deedpoll Affidavit.

C-11439

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Victory for workers Contractual workers in MBMC to be paid as per minimum wages

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s many as 200 contractual workers attached to the Tree Authority in the Mira Bhayandar Municipal Corporation (MBMC) are in a joyous mood. Reason: The MBMC in its capacity as principal employer has finally agreed to ensure that the contractual employees are being paid their wages according to the Minimum Wages Act. The Shramjeevi Kaamgar Rayat Sanghatna (SKRS), a trade union floated

by Vasai MLA Vivek Pandit, has been battling on behalf of the contractual workers for the past two years.

The constant struggle in the form of silent agitations and strikes by the SKRS tasted success a few months ago when 1,800 workers engaged in the Health Department started getting their wages as per the stated rule.

However, for the 200 private employees recruited in the Tree Authority, getting minimum wages remained a distant dream. “Getting paid by the guidelines laid

State BJP recommends Pankaja Mumde to take the place of her father in the Union Cabinet

By Prashant Hamine

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n an apparent snub to some senior Shiv Sena leaders, state BJP president Devendra Fadnavis stated that the BJP will only accept the word of Sena president Uddhav Thackeray as final. He said that what Uddhav Thackeray says will be treated as the Sena stand and only based on that will the BJP react.

Speaking to newspersons after chairing the state BJP core committee meeting, Fadnavis revealed that the state party will demand the induction of party MLA Pankaja Munde-Palve in the union cabinet, in place of her late father Gopinath Munde.

She has also been inducted

Devendra Fadnavis in the state BJP core committee.

Fadnavis stated that Munde's eldest daughter will soon be given a major role to play in the core committee.

Sources in the BJP added that the state party unit would

urge the central leadership to make an exception for Pankaja. However, the family has not made any decision or communicated any views to the party leadership.

He further clarified that there was no difference with the Sena over the post of Chief Minister and over seat sharing. The issue of seat sharing is to be discussed at the meeting of the Mahayuti which is slated to be held after June 21, added Fadnavis. Of late, senior Sena leaders like Manohar Joshi, Sanjay Raut and others have been projecting Uddhav Thackeray as the chief ministerial candidate.

State BJP leaders also discussed the political equations with the Sena after the

demise of Gopinath Munde at the meeting of the core committee. Late Munde acted as the communication bridge between the Sena and BJP. A fact which was also admitted to by the Sena leaders, who now argue that there is a communication gap with the BJP following the demise of Munde. However, the state BJP leadership appears to downplay the Sena bid to expand its party base in the state with its slogan “My Maharashtra...Saffron Maharashtra”. State BJP leaders, while speaking to the ADC on conditions of anonymity, stated that all the alliance partners are free to strive hard to expand their own party presence in the state.

State unit chief of Mayawati's party says the NCP is spreading false tales of an alliance with BSP in order to presurise the Congress for a profitable deal in coming Assembly polls

he Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP) yesterday alleged that the NCP and its president Sharad Pawar are playing dirty tricks to pressurise the Congress and extract maximum from the alliance partner.

Speaking to reporters, BSP state unit president Vilas Garud said, “There is lot of speculation since the past few days about Pawar meeting our president Mayawati and talks of a possible alliance for the forthcoming Assembly elections. I want to make it clear that this is a rumour being planted in the media by the NCP leaders.

This is being done in order to secure a plum deal with Congress in the state Assembly elections.“The NCP is planting rumours in media because it wants to pressurise its ally and get a good deal for itself in the bargain.

Mayawati has made her stand very clear, that all 288 assembly seats will be fought by the BSP without entering into any alliance. Mayawati has categorically told me that she has not even spoke to Pawar on phone and meeting him is out of the question.

They are only trying to mislead people by using our

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National president of the Bahujan Samaj Party, Vir Singh, with his state counterpart, Vilas Garud. party's name so that they can gain from it,” he added further. “BSP will contest all 288 seats in the state Assembly elections scheduled in September-October this year without entering into an alliance with any party. People

and party workers should not fall prey to these rumours”, Garud pointed out. Meanwhile, NCP spokesperson Nawab Malik clarified that there have been no talks within the party of an alliance with the BSP as yet, but they

are open to it. “No decision or discussion has taken place in the party over an alliance with BSP. But we are open to join hands with like minded parties for the Assembly polls,” he clarified while speaking to reporters.

down by the Labour Offices is the right of every employee and denying this could invite penal action.

However, I am happy that the MBMC has finally fallen in line,” said Pandit who led a delegation of office-bearers including Dilip Gotarne, Nanda Waghe and Putlaji Kadam to meet deputy municipal commissioner Deepak Kurlekar and Vilas Dhage at the main administrative building of the MBMC on Wednesday evening.

“We will ensure that the employees get their payments according to the Minimum Wages from next month,” confirmed Kurulekar. The MBMC has also assured that it would try and reimburse payment arrears towards wage differences.

Besides the minimum wages, the contract workers as per the various Labour Law provisions are to be provided with benefits such as Overtime, Bonus, Weekly Holidays, ESI facility, Bio-Metric Attendance.

Uddhav downplays claim to CM’s post

BSP scotches NCP rumours

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hiv Sena president Uddhav Thackeray tried to downplay attempts by the party to project him as its chief ministerial candidate while speaking on the sidelines of the party's 48th foundation day at Rangasharda in Bandra (W). He remarked that he did not have any personal dreams.

The Sena president further replied that all the constituent parties of the Mahayuti shall be consulted and the chief ministerial candidate shall be decided.

Thackeray urged the media to end the debate on the issue. However, earlier while addressing the party cadre at a closed-door conclave he did claim that the chief minister of Maharashtra “shall be ours”.

Later replying to queries, he said that the BJP had not made any demands for increased allocation of seats.

On the issue of Sena bid to expand party base, Thackeray remarked that attempts to expand the party base does not mean breaking the alliance. Earlier addressing the party cadre, he had said that although the Modi wave will help in the victory, Thackeray cautioned party workers not to get complacent. He urged

Uddhav & Aditya Thackeray the party workers not to pay attention to what rival parties are doing and get cracking in ensuring Mahayuti government comes to power in the state. The Sena president claimed that the party was leading in the game of power politics. He said that the party has grown largely due to loyal party workers and added that there was no room in the party for rebels.

Commenting upon his development manifesto, Thackeray stated that the party was in favour of constructing the coastal road in Mumbai without affecting the Koliwadas (fishermen colonies). He added that his dream was to make the state an ideal developed state. Also, the Sena chief said that he was in favour of enacting laws to protect people like the residents of Campa Cola.

Addressing the party cadre, Yuva Sena president Aditya Thackeray stated that the Sena mission was to win 150 assembly seats.

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CHANGE OF NAME

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CONDOLENCE MEETING FOR DR. (MISS) MEHROO D. BENGALEE (1931-2014) Vishwanath Salian | ADC

We Mr. Jitendra Bilguram Kanoujia & Mrs. Kamala Jitendra Kanoujia have changed our minor son’s name from Hemant Jitendra Kanojia to Hemant Jitendra Kanoujia as per Deedpoll Affidavit.

C-11440 We Mr. Jitendra Bilguram Kanoujia & Mrs. Kamala Jitendra Kanoujia have changed our minor son’s name from Gaurav Jitendra Kanojiya to Gaurav Jitendra Kanoujia as per Deedpoll Affidavit.

C-11441 I Mr. Remedios Rodrigues have changed my name to Mr. Remedios Antonio Piter Paulo Rodrigues as per Deedpoll Affidavit.

C-11442 I Meena Gopichand Sadarangani have changed my name to Pooja Kailash Raheja as per Deedpoll Affidavit.

C-11443 I Miss. Agnela Candelina Eufemia Barreto have changed my name to Mrs. Agnela Fernandes as per Deedpoll Affidavit.

C-11444 I Manju Vishwanath Moghe @ Manjiri Satish Naigaonkar have changed my name to Manjiri Ravindra Hamine as per Deedpoll Affidavit.

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Chairman Dinshaw Mehta, Trustees and staff of the Bombay Parsi Punchayet convened a public condolence meeting on June 19 at the Indian Merchants' Chamber in Churchgate to pay tributes to Dr. (Miss) Mehroo D. Bengalee, a remarkable lady with a visionary approach who touched the lives of all those in her lifetime leaving behind a legacy in the field of Education and for the community at large. She was the First Woman Vice Chancellor of Bombay University and former member of the National Minorities Commission and ex-Trustee, BPP. Eminent personages from different walks of life spoke on the occasion. Seen in this picture are Dinshaw Mehta, Chairman BPP, addressing the audience, and seated from left to right: Godrej Dotivala (PRO BPP), Freny Mehta (Principal, Alexandra Girls' English Institution), Khojeste P. Mistree (Founder Trustee, WAPIZ and Trustee, BPP), Dr. Rajan Welukar (Vice Chancellor, University of Mumbai), Nadir A. Modi (Avestan Scholar and legal luminary), Dr. Elaine Charles (Former Principal, St. Xavier's Institute of Education), Azmin Mistry Vania (Co-ordinator, Holiday Programme for Youth) and Muncherji Cama (Chairman & Managing Trustee, Bombay Samachar and Trustee, BPP).

Parties prepare for Council polls Congress breaks tradition and fields official candidates in the Teachers’ constituencies

By Prashant Hamine

Graduates' constituencies, besides the two Teachers' he Congress has parted constituencies of Pune and the unwritten tradition of Amravati. The elections have not contesting elections in been necessitated as the term Teachers' constituencies in of the sitting MLCs ends on the Legislative Council on the July 19. The counting of votes party symbol. The party has will be taken up on June 24.

The election is more imfielded its candidates on its symbol in Pune and Amravati portant for the BJP as it has division Teachers' con- sitting MLCs in Nagpur and stituencies. All the major po- Pune division Graduates' litical parties have put in all constituencies. The Nagpur their might for the June 20 Graduates' constituency was elections to the Nagpur, Au- earlier held by former BJP rangabad and Pune division president Nitin Gadkari who, since his election to Lok Sabha from Nagpur, has resigned from his seat in the Legislative Council. The BJP, in his place, has fielded former Nagpur mayor Anil Sole who will take on Dr. Baban Taywade (Congress). There are 14 candidates in the fray.

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The electoral college here comprises 2.76 lakh voters.

In Pune Graduates' constituency, the BJP has renominated its sitting MLC Chandrakant Patil who will take on NCP's Sarang Shriniwas Patil and Professor Sharad Patil (Janata Dal – Secular). There are 17 candidates in the fray. The electoral college here comprises 5.92 lakh voters.

The BJP is making a strong bid to wrest the Aurangabad Graduates' constituency from the NCP. Here, sitting NCP MLC Satish Chavan is pitted against Shirish Boralkar of the BJP. The other 23 candidates in the fray here include Altaf Ahmed (IUML) and Advocate Mushtaq Ahmed Khan (AIMIM). Here the electoral college com-

prises 3.68 lakh voters.

In the Pune Teachers' constituency, sitting MLC Bhagwanrao Salunkhe is once again seeking re-election as an Independent candidate.

He is essentially locked in a triangular contest with Dr. Mohan Rajmane (Congress) and Shivaji Khandekar (Lok Bharati) in a field of 19 candidates. Here the electoral college comprises 66,110 voters.

While in Amravati Teachers' constituency, sitting MLC Vasantrao Khotre is once again seeking re-election as an Independent candidate.

Here he is essentially locked in a triangular contest with Prakash Tayade and Varsha Nikam (Lok Bharati) in a field of 17 candidates. The electoral college here comprises 44,547 voters.

Cluster development without impact assessment?

HC asks Urban Development Dept to file affidavit in reply to PIL

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n 'Impact Assessment Study' to determine the infrastructural needs of an area is essential before implementing the cluster development in that place. This was claimed in a Public Interest Litigation (PIL) filed in the Bombay High Court on Thursday, which has challenged Maharashtra government's scheme to permit cluster development of areas in and around Mumbai city.

Under this scheme, additional Floor Space Index (FSI) is given for such areas where it is proposed to undertake cluster development.

The state has proposed to allow such development in Mumbai, Thane, Kalyan, Mira-Bhayandar, Virar, Dombivali, Bhiwandi, Ulhasnagar, Ambarnath, Badlapur, Pal-

ghar, Dahanu and Jawahar.

All the corporations in these places have been made respondents.

However, according to the PIL filed Dattatray Dhond, a resident of Thane, “Before implementing such a scheme, it is necessary for the authorities to conduct an 'Impact Assessment Study' to determine the infrastructural needs of these areas. With cluster development, necessary infrastructure such as roads, houses, gardens, open spaces, greenery, markets, schools, hospitals, amenities, shops and commercial establishments are required to be set up.”

The PIL read, “I am not against the cluster development, but I want systematic development which would also fulfil the infrastructural needs of the areas where such projects are being under-

taken. The city limits could be extended up to a particular place till the planned infrastructure is developed in the area. In the next two decades, in Navi Mumbai, a population of 28 lakh would be included. Hence the load on existing infrastructure would increase. It is, therefore, necessary to plan additional infrastructure before allowing cluster developments in this city.”

Based on this, the Bombay High Court bench headed by Justice A.S. Oka, on Thursday, asked the Urban Development Department of the Maharashtra government to file an affidavit in reply to the PIL, which challenges the state's scheme to allow cluster development of areas in and around Mumbai, by July 20. philip.varghese@afternoondc.in

Dummy candidate at police recruitment drive

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The accused had reportedly appeared for the physical test on behalf of his neighbour, carrying bogus documents

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t a time when the Maharashtra Police constables recruitment drive has come under severe criticism, there are also candidates who are finding loopholes and shortcuts for getting selected in the ongoing recruitment drive. This was brought to light by the Vakola police on Thursday when a 23-yearold youth was caught with bogus documents by an alert constable at the Kalina Police Training camp.

The arrested accused, Ramashankar Jaglal Saroj, is a commerce graduate and had appeared for the physical test on behalf of his neighbour Nitin Shivaji Kute. But during the document verification, a cop realised a goofup in the picture of the candidate and took the accused to the Vakola police station.

According to Senior Police Inspector from Vakola Police station, Vinayak Mulay, “Saroj is a resident of Worli

Ramashankar Jaglal Saroj with personnel of the Vakola police station who nabbed him for impersonation.

Village. We have made both weeks while running the him and his neighbour Kute five-kilometer race.

At least 20 candidates have accused in the case because the crime was well planned.” been admitted to hospitals in Saroj confessed to having Ghatkopar, Mulund and made a plan with his neigh- Vikhroli due to severe dehybour. Also, five youths have dration. Many were reportdied so far during a physical edly doing the run without endurance test at the Maha- shoes.

Police authorities said that rashtra Police recruitment drive in Vikroli in the last two they had received around 1.2

lakh applications from all over the state for recruitment as constables for about 3,500 posts. The drive, that began across the state on Tuesday, will continue for a few more days. SPI Mulay further said that the accused have been booked under various section of the IPC including 419, 420, 467, 468, 471, and 120 (B).

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Mumbai police guard Nusli Wadia’s office M

umbai police have provided security at the office of industrialist Nusli Wadia following threat calls from fugitive underworld don Ravi Pujari, police said today.

A police contingent has been deployed outside Wadia International Centre at Lower Parel since yesterday. The deployment would be during duty hours alone, sources said, adding that threat perception would be reviewed before providing personal security to the industrialist.

“Policemen have been deployed outside the Wadias' office. No security has been provided to any individual.

We will review threat perception and then decide if there is a need to provide personal security to anybody,” Additional Police Commissioner (Central Region) Madhukar Pandey said. Nusli Wadia's elder son Ness is embroiled in a bitter feud with his former girlfriend and Bollywood actress Preity Zinta, who has accused the Bombay Dyeing group scion of abuse and molestation during an IPL match on May 30.

The 39-year-old actress had filed a police complaint against Ness Wadia (44) on June 12 night alleging he had molested her at Wankhede stadium during an IPL match

between Kings XI Punjab and Chennai Super Kings. Ness and Zinta continue to be coowners of IPL team Kings XI Punjab despite their break up a few years ago.

Based on her complaint, Marine Drive police station have registered an FIR and is probing the allegations.

The matter turned murkier when the Wadia group filed a police complaint on Tuesday claiming they had received threatening calls and a text message from underworld don Ravi Pujari warning that their “business will be in trouble” if the actress was harassed. Two personal secretaries to Nusli Wadia were said to have received five calls and a threatening text message from Pujari on Monday following which an FIR was registered and the case handed over to the Anti-Extortion Cell of the Crime Branch for probe.

Meanwhile, police have recorded the statement of IPL's Chief Operating Officer Sundar Raman in connection with the complaint lodged by Zinta. In her written complaint, Zinta had alleged that Ness Wadia had publicly humiliated her on several occasions, including once at an IPL auction where Raman was present.

Uttan Tourism Zone: Illegal constructions pose threat to nature

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wing to the pass-the-buck game being played between the planning authority – MMRDA and the service provider – Mira Bhayandar Municipal Corporation (MBMC), the Uttan-Gorai belt has become a hot-bed for illegal construction activities posing a serious threat to the eco-sensitive region.

Recently concerted into a 'Tourism Zone' by the state government authorities, the scenic coastal region is being exploited by the local mafia

which has been involved in all sorts of constructions including illegal tenements and row-houses.

Alarmed by the massive illegal constructions across the twin-city, deputy municipal commissioner Vilas Dhage had recently issued show cause notices to all six ward officers seeking an Action Taken Report (ATR) on complaints against the mounting number of illegal activities. However, the ward officials seem to be unnerved by the notices and have continued to turn a nelson’s eye towards the illegal activi-

ties. “I have received complaints against illegal chawls being constructed in the Dongri area of Uttan and have already directed the concerned ward officer and the demolition chief to take immediate action and submit a report,” confirmed Dhage.

Villages including Gorai, Manori, Uttan, Dongri, Tarodi, Chowk and parts of Morva, which are predominantly inhabited by East Indians, now come under the 'Tourism Zone'. While Uttan-Chowk-Tarodi and Morva fall under the jurisdic-

tion of the MBMC, Gorai and Moreover, owing to the presence Manori are in the purview of their of landmark places including Mumbai counterparts. Even as the Rambhau Malgi Prabhodhini, Judicivic bodies play the role of service cial Academy and Pagoda, the reproviders, the MMRDA is the plan- gion which is surrounded by the ning authority. The area is ram- majestic Arabian Sea also faces a sepantly being converted into a curity threat from terror outfits. The concrete jungle and no more retains state police departments have althe pristine natural beauty. Hills are ready raised their apprehensions being cut, mangroves destroyed and about a suspected security threat in trees felled paving way for hap-haz- context to a secluded region located ardous settlements in an extremely near the confluence of the Vasai unplanned manner which has trig- Creek and the Arabian Sea which gered a constant flow of illegal mi- could well be used as a landing point for anti-national elements. grants.

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“Only crime and the criminal, it is true, confront us with the perplexity of radical evil; but only the hypocrite is really rotten to the core.”

— Hannah Arendt

Can an MP facing rape charge become a minister?

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nion Minister Nihalchand Meghwal is not going. He will stay put in Narendra Modi's cabinet. The BJP is extending strong support to the minister. It is not only the Congress party that is asking for his exit. It looks like, across the country, there is a perception he has to resign.

There are rape charges against him, but evidently not many know about it. What brought the matter to public notice was the summons issued by the court to appear in the rape case. There was a huge reaction to this court order.

It is a fact that as per Parliamentary rules, only after criminal charges are proved in court, a member can be disqualified. There are a large number of members in Parliament with a criminal record. As per the existing rule, the minister can be asked to go only if a court convicts him.

What stands against the minister is that the victim of rape has named him. A minister who is directly involved in administration should be seen as clean. Just imagine what happens if Nihalchand stands up in the House to answer a question or make a speech. Each time he gets up, there is likely to be an uproar.

When our MPs and ministers are themselves involved in such heinous crime like rape, people begin to lose faith in Democracy.

The BJP will be in office for five more years. It could pick up minus points during the first few weeks of its rule — thinking it would not be a threat to its survival. During the course of its term in office, however, the minus points add up and will have an impact on its chances to continue for another term.

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HE UPA still cannot accept the fact that it has been thrown out of government bag and baggage. Given a chance, it turns vicious, making a fool of itself.

The controversies over the choice of Smriti Irani as Minister for Human Resources Development and of former Telecom Regularity Authority of India (TRAI) chairman Nripendra Misra as Principal Secretary to the prime minister "are devoid of substance and a waste of time," said The Economic Times (May 30).

It said: "Many people have tried to argue that a minimal level of certified education should be made an eligibility condition to be elected to a legislature. The framers of the Constitution rejected this argument for good reason. Many leaders have built their political career dropping out of college. This does not make them any the less public-spirited or capable of upholding the larger public interest while taking policy decisions."

Innovative ideas The Times of India (May 26) felt that even before being sworn in as prime minister, Modi had demonstrated "a propensity for out-ofbox thinking by inviting SAARC heads of state to his swearing in ceremony." The paper praised Modi for two reasons: First, he moved away from the "belligerent rhetoric of his election campaign and secondly, from shifting away from the stuffy protocol of the UPA years." "Indeed," said the paper, "it's a recognition that India's destiny is bound-up with that of its neighbours."

Business Line (May 31) said most striking among the listed ten priorities are the promise to build more confidence in the bureaucracy to take decisions, to be innovative with ideas and to work freely. "This" said the paper "is especially important in an environment that encourages the bureaucracy to play safe, whether by passing the buck or deferring decisions." It said: Only an empowered bureaucracy can implement policies in a time-bound manner." Reminding readers that in Gujarat, Modi has been credited with allowing officials to think out of the box, the paper said Modi "will be keenly watched whether he can use his parliamentary majority to achieve the same at the Centre now..."

Deccan Herald (May 22) advised Modi that "the most important tasks before the government are in the economic field" and "it has to contain inflation and bring it down to give re-

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lief to the people, improve the savings rate and give the Reserve Bank of India and itself the room and freedom to frame policies that are conducive to higher economic growth."

But it also simultaneously advised that "while the economic agenda may dominate attention, social sector development is vital for economic growth and welfare of the people (and, therefore) Health and Education are most important in this respect."

The New Indian Express (May 22) said that what underscores the congratulatory messages Modi has received "is the fact that no country can afford to ignore India, the largest democracy and an emerging power." Like many other papers, The Express too emphasised the need for Modi "to redeem his prom-

2,000 bed super-specialty hospital in each of India’s 626 districts." Said the paper: "A crack down on India's grey economy has long been overdue and the time has come to hold it to account with a firm grip."

The Asian Age (May 29) said "in the absence of reliable estimates, alarmist figures suggesting astronomical sums of money abroad have taken hold of the Indian psyche" but the fact that the government has taken cognisance of the subject shows "it has scored a major political point." But for all that, continued the paper, "it is natural to be cynical about what the SIT can achieve."

Remarkable success

The Telegraph (May 29) said that since "needs and visions" of Modi and Nawaz Sharif matched, "the first meeting of the two countries' premiers turned out to be a remarkable success" and "the handshakes and smiles have been precisely what they were intended to do - push the Indian and Pakistani establishments out of the corners they have sequestered themselves." In turning the spotlight back on economy, the paper said, "Mr. Sharif may even have achieved a minor win over Modi."

Economic & Political Weekly (May 24) took a very negative line, as could be expected from the Left media. To start with the weekly said that "Narendra Modi has won a massive M.V. Kamath victory, but his ascendance does not portend ise by focusing on economic development by positive change." Hitting at the BJP, left, right kick-starting the economy which has been and centre, the journal said that "the Modi campaign was organised around the message suffering from policy paralysis."

Added the paper: "His (Modi's) most im- of 'development', all gloss and empty of conportant objective should be to create jobs and tent, and aimed at taking full advantage of bring a ray of hope in the lives of millions of voter fatigue with the UPA government and young men and women, many of who sup- anger against corruption." "It is also instrucported him." Claiming that “building an in- tive said the journal, "that not once in his vestor-friendly climate will be Modi's first campaign did Modi reach out to the minoripriority, the paper said "India needs billions ties to assuage any misgivings they may have of dollar worth investment to bring about the had about him as prime minister."

"There is therefore good reason" the jourdesired growth rate."

Hindustan Times (May 29) referred to the nal continued, to worry about the future of a "crackdown" on black money and said that pluralistic India under a Modi government the amount compared to India's total annual that will enjoy a commanding majority in welfare spending of about Rs.3 lakh crore" Parliament but without a single Muslim which is "staggering". The paper said "the member of Parliament in its ranks." The full size of the black money economy is estimated length editorial also damned the media for to be one third of the current GDP" and that "incrementally circumspect approach in their if hidden incomes of Rs. 25 lakh crore were to treatment of Modi" claiming that "in their be disclosed and taxed 30 per cent, "it would blinkered and obsessive Modi coverage" it generate Rs. 8.5 lakh crore, enough to build a failed t pick up or develop interesting leads.”

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Saut-e-Sarmad, the abstract sound Sufis like to engage in A

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BSTRACT sound is called Saut-e-Sarmad by the Sufis; all space is filled with it. The vibrations of this sound are too fine to be either audible or visible to the material ears or eyes, since it is even difficult for the eyes to see the form and colour of he ethereal vibrations on the external plane. It was the Saut-eSarmad, the sound of the abstract plane, which Prophet Mohammad heard in the cave of Ghar-e-Hira when he became lost in his divine ideal. The Holy Qua’an refers to this sound in the words, ‘Be! and all became.’

Moses heard this very sound on Mount Sinai, when in communion with God; and the same word was audible to Christ when absorbed in his Heavenly Father in the wilderness. Lord Shiva heard the same Anahad Nada during his samadhi in the cave of the Himalayas.

The flute of Krishna is symbolic of the same sound. This sound is the source of all revelation to the Masters, to whom it is revealed from within; it is because of this that they know and teach one and the same truth.

The Sufi knows of the past, present and future, and about all things in life, by being able to know the direction of sound. Every aspect

of one’s being in which sound manifests has a peculiar effect upon life, for the activity of vibrations has a special effect in every direction. The knower of the mystery of sound knows the mystery of the whole universe.

Whoever has followed the strains of this sound has forgotten all earthly distinctions and differences, and has reached that goal of truth in which all the Blessed Ones of God unite. Space is within the body as well as

MATTER & SPIRIT around it; in other words the body is in the space and the space is in the body.

This being the case, the sound of the abstract is always going on within, around and about man. Man does not hear it as a rule, because his consciousness is entirely centered in his material existence. Man becomes so absorbed in his experiences in the external world through the medium of the physical body that space, with all its wonders of light and sound, appears to him blank.

This can be easily understood by studying the nature of colour. There are many colours that are quite distinct by themselves, yet

when mixed with others of still brighter hue they become altogether eclipsed; even bright colours embroidered with gold, silver, diamonds, or pearls serve merely as a background to the dazzling embroidery. So it is with the abstract sound compared with the sounds of the external world. The limited volume of earthly sounds is so concrete that it dims the effect of the sound of the abstract to the sense of hearing, although in comparison to it the sound of the earth are like that of a whistle to a drum.

The sound of the abstract is called Anahad in the Vedas, meaning unlimited sound. The Sufi name is Sarmad, which suggests the idea of intoxication. The word intoxication is here used to signify upliftment, the freedom of the soul from its earthly bondage. Those who are able to hear the Saut-e-Sarmad and meditate on it are relieved from all worries, anxieties, sorrows, fears and diseases; and the soul is freed from captivity in the senses and in the physical body. The soul of the listener becomes the all-pervading consciousness, and his spirit becomes the battery which keeps the whole universe in motion.

— Hazrat Inayat Khan

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Achhe din jaroor aayenge THE NaMo government has hardly completed three weeks in power and congress leaders have already started mocking Modi for his 'Achhe Din Aayenge' statement, on account of rise in food inflation rate during the last month. What could not be achieved in last five years by the previous government is expected to be achieved in just three weeks!

Taming inflation needs both demand side and supply side management. It takes time. The NaMo government has prescribed a minimum export price to discourage the export of onions and potatoes, has aksed state governments to crack down on hoarders and has de-listed certain commodities to augment supply in the open market. While ordinary medicines TACKLING INFLATION: By controlling the consumer index, the government can may cure serious ailments tem- bring the prices of vegetables and fruits down drastically, but this cannot happen porarily, surgery will cure it per- overnight. It will take some more time to stabilise inflation and come out of the rut. manently. The Indian economy is 'seriously ill'. Our P.M. is a man of control, or the people will desert down drastically. It will take some more time to stabilise inflation action. Hence, 'Achhe Din' will him for ever!

— Govindan Unny, Malad and come out of the rut. definitely come. We must just wait.

— Prof. K.H. Karkera, Mumbai

MODI'S tough talk on the economy is embarrassing. Blaming the previous government for the economic dent and threatening tough measures is ridiculous. The Gujarat model is fit for that state and not for the entire country. He should have better ideas to run a balanced government, without troubling the ordinary man. Gujarat was in distress when he took over. India is not.

Tough measures at the cost of the common man by boosting corporates will have a bad dent on Modis image, as all know his corporate love by virtue of his inheritance. If he makes life miserable to the common man for the sake of the economy, he will not get a chance to explain. He should, as a successful Gujarat man, find the means to check rising prices which is further escalating without

INFLATION is a cause of worry for the new government. The Finance Minister and RBI Governor maintain an excellent understanding between them. Amid fears of further price rises, RBI Governor Raghuram Rajan opined that tackling spiralling inflation would be a priority in the coming months.

Rajan's comments came a day after the government revealed wholesale inflation, driven by higher food and fuel prices, had hit a high in the month of May. Forecasts of a weak annual monsoon that could cut crop production across the country have further fuelled inflation fears. The government is trying hard to take measure to bring inflation within the April figure. Even milk and onion prices have been taken care of. By controlling the consumer index, the government can bring the prices of vegetables and fruits

— Chitra Krishnan, Seawood

INDIAN economy is growing at much faster rate than world’s economy. The number of the Indian middle class becoming rich has gone up several times. They have a lot of money to spend with fewer people in the family. Their lust to spend is visible in their lifestyles. One reason for the inflation is that too much money is in circulation - demand is more than supply. Another reason is the unwanted intermediaries who add heavy margins to the purchase price. All these persons make a good profit in short run, but it becomes a cycle and they too suffer in the long run-as basic cost of raw material goes up and cost of production increases at every step. To control it, strict action must be taken against those who create artificial shortages.

Mahesh Kumar, New Delhi

ident of Navi Mumbai, I am really happy that two of the girls from the city topped. There is no need of getting depressed if the results did not favour the student. Failure is the stepping stone for success.

— Jayanthy S. Maniam, Sanpada

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RANK 5: Maharashtra stood fifth among the state's nine divisions with 88.32 pass percentage this SSC exam, and once again, the girls outdid the boys. No surprise there!

Girls outshine boys, again FOR the nth time, girls outshone boys in the Maharashtra State Board Secondary Certificate (SSC) examinations. It is a good sign. Interestingly, the board hardly implemented its much-touted result improvement scheme. It also

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did not take corrective measures to reduce the stress of the students with the so-called counselling to dissuade them from a suicidal path.

Maharashtra achieved 88.32 per cent through the concerted efforts of teachers and the students. This the best pass percentage in the history of the new SSC board. As a res-

APROPOS 'Bhabha house campaign: CM Chavan steps in' (ADC, Jun 18). Earlier in this column, we suggested turning the Bhabha mansion in to a world class museum, but that didn't affect the auctioning of this historic building. However, a new twist has taken place with the intervention of current and retired top brass of the BARC and DAE, backed by a huge number of its employees, who have proposed to convert this mansion in to a memorial of the famous Indian nuclear scien-

QUOTE: “I was looking for a name for my world and thought that the name of a poison seemed perfect for what I was creating.”

— Appupen

tist Dr. Homi J. Bhabha, who lived in this building along with his brother, another prominent personality, Dr. Jamshed Bhabha. It seems now that the will of Jamshed Bhabha in auctioning this building and using the proceeds to run and maintain his most favourite NCPA is getting in to a vortex. Only time will reveal the actual fate of this magnificent mansion at Little Gibbs Road.

Anti-people Pakistan

CHINA, Japan, Bhutan, Nepal and a large number of other countries of the world are keenly interested in having friendly and trade relations with India. But Pakistan, ruled by all its anti-India institutions like the ISI, its army and terror groups, is not interested in having friendly or trade relations with India at all. But — Bikram Banerjea, Mumbai it is keenly interested in only the economic and all round destruction of its crores of countrymen, women and children, and not in their prosA newspaper today has carried perity at all. Such is Pakistan’s antisome interesting news about the people policy. How sad! How bad!

— Hansraj Bhat, Borivali ongoing tussle between a celluloid personality and an industrialist. It says that the former is about to sell shares in a jointly owned sports franchise. At the same time, the IRAQ is a war zone. Militant and news says that the two warring par- rebel groups have captured 40 Indities are trying for an out-of-court ans. The government is silent on the settlement. This clearly shows the issue. The government must immeexistence of a quid pro quo and the diately seek details from Indian entire episode is nothing but a farce diplomats in Iraq and pressure Iraqi to grab media attention, which is administration to release the staged by the silver screen artiste to trapped Indians. Failing this, the wriggle out of the imbroglio. It may government will be responsible for be recalled that the same artiste was their inaction which may backfire in involved in another court battle in the coming days. It is high time the the recovery of a loan advanced to government issues a statement to the son of an ex-producer-director Indians in Iraq to leave as early as of Bollywood. possible from the war zone.

Attention seekers

Call our people back

— Jorhat Singh, Kandivli

— Bhagwan Thadani, Mumbai

Hospital stories: Here and there

UNACCEPTABLE AND UNRELIGIOUS: The medical industry in the country is continually coming under scrutiny for its full-scale commercialisation and lack of empathy, an attribute that must lie at the core of the profession. So what happens now, to the people who cannot afford to pay to stay healthy?

THIS is with reference to the news I read about Mumbai's municipal hospitals which have sonography machines, but still send pregnant women to private hospitals.

Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar Mahapalika Nursing Home in Tagore Nagar, Vikhroli is one of them. Municipal hospitals are allowed to charge Rs.100 per sonography, whereas private hospitals charge between Rs.800 to Rs.5,000.

The staff of municipal hospitals have an understanding with private hospitals where they are paid commissions for each patient sent to them. This is unacceptable and unreligious. The persons involved in this practice are harmful to the mankind. At the same time, the persons who agree to go to the private hospital are also guilty. The concern authorities should catch these wolves and punish them so that nobody dares this in future. People should wake up and come together to fight this corruption which weakens society.

THE Chennai heart transport story brings to mind a true story.

A car skidded and side-somersaulted twice. One air bag did not open. Other cars stopped, disconnected the electrical system and advised the injured passenger to lie still. Ambulance and para-medics came in 8 minutes.

While immobilizing the injured person they realised that a more sophisticated ambulance was required. That, too, arrived in quick time. They made it to the hospital in less than 25 minutes.

Distance: 60-70 km. Surprised?

Well, it happened in Seattle, USA, to my daughter. She had a cracked C7 and five fractured ribs. The hospital sent the report to the US Consulate in Mumbai and my wife got a visa in an hour and flew out in 12. Had this happened in India she would have been paralysed, just by ignorant people picking her up. It is only when every such serious case gets speedy treatment, can we be proud of such achievements.

— Yogesh R. Bhavsar, Dahisar

— T.R. Ramaswami, Kandivali

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Police barricades outside the compound are a sure sign that the demolition process will soon be underway, though residents still haven't given up

By Khushboo Panjabi

I Mumbai Traffic police put up their barricades outside the compound premises last evening.

t is the end of the road today for the residents of the Worli's Campa Cola Compound, though the residents have failed meet any of the deadlines set by the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) to hand over the keys The civic administration on Monday granted the resident reprieve for two days after the death of the compound's first resident.

The Additional Municipal Commissioner of the BMC, Mohan Adtani, said, “The demolition process will start on Friday. We will be entering the premises at 11.30 am. We will be

talking to the residents peacefully.”

He added, “We have a police force on standby. In case the residents do not allow us to enter the compound, we will file a case of contempt of court against them.”

Adtani said that on June 20, they will first start by disconnecting the electricity and then the gas supply. “BEST and Mahanagar staff, along with the ward officers, will be present during the demolition process,” he added.

The civic body will be filming the entire demolition process which will also serve as proof if the contempt of court case needs to be filed. Two families, the Kotharis and the Chauhans, have been permitted to vacate

HC dismisses petition against SRK Activist Varsha Deshpande had filed petition regarding permission to seek documents pertaining to Shah Rukh and Gauri's child through surrogacy

NCP leader in...

Continued from pg 1 « Inderpal Singh Marwah alias Satthi, had demanded around Rs.8 lakh from Kashinath Dhirendranath Atak who has his shanty at Punjabi Camp in Sion Koliwada.

For the last two weeks, prime accused Inderpal Singh, along with his colleague Taranjit Singh Arora, had been demanding the money from the complainant, and were threatening that they would complain to MHADA about his illegal shanty.

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lmost months after activist Varsha Deshpande filed a petition in the Bombay High Court challenging a magistrate court's order denying permission seeking documents pertaining to Bollywood actor Shah Rukh and his wife Gauri’s child through surrogacy, the court on Thursday dismissed the petition.

Varsha appealed for an action against the couple for violating the Act of Pre-conception and Pre-Natal Diagnostic Techniques (Prohibition of Sex Selection) Act (PCPNDT). The Magistrate court had last year rejected her plea for the documents pertaining to the child’s birth. Based on this, the petitioner then challenged the magistrate court’s order in the High Court.

Deshpande's petition was against an order of a magistrate of October 23, 2013 which had rejected her application under section 28(3) of the PCPNDT Act, seeking directions to the BMC to produce all records of the surrogate mother and tests conducted on her in order to support her case. This relates to Deshpande's contention that the doctors had allegedly violated the PCPNDT Act that prohibits sex determination of a fetus.

During the hearing in the case, advocate Pranav Badheka representing Shahrukh Khan denied that Khan had gone in for any sex determination test as alleged in the complaint. “The baby was already born when the article in one of the city tabloid had appeared. In fact, it is a case of baseless allegations to seek publicity,” advocate Badheka told the court.

their homes on June 21, due to the death of their family member.

Adtani also said, “On June 23, we will start breaking the internal walls and make them uninhabitable.”

Unlike in the past, the BMC did not deploy its forces and demolition equipment outside the compound a day ahead.

For the fourth time, the civic body has reinvited tenders to carry out the demolition process.

Meanwhile, the residents remain adamant and are going to fight the battle on their own.

None of them are going to leave the compound, they claim. khushboo.panjabi@afternoondc.in

“Atak recorded the conversation in his mobile phone and played it for the police, and on that basis, we filed the FIR. Prime accused Inderpal Singh is in the NCP-Youth wing as the city Vice President,” added Tikekar. Sources from Antop Hill police station revealed that Inderpal Singh had already taken Rs.25,000 from the complainant and was harassing him for the remaining amount since the past two weeks.

Shockingly, he is reported to have a previous record in the police station for other offences, including house breaking. Inderpal Singh was produced before the court which sent him to judicial custody, said Tikekar.

Solar boon for tribals

By Suresh Golani

I Supporting the contentions of Khan's lawyer, BMC's counsel M.P. S. Rao also told the High Court that the allegations levelled in the complaint are baseless. “The Corporation has conducted an enquiry and found the complaint baseless,” Rao said.

Deshpande's lawyer had earlier sought a speedy time-bound hearing of the case before the magistrate as mandated by the special legislation enacted to prevent female foeticide.

After hearing both sides, Justice Revati Mohite Dhere dismissed the criminal writ petition filed by Deshpande, while allowing the case to proceed before the magistrate. philip.varghese@afternoondc.in

n a much-needed respite to hundreds of people, especially members of the tribal community, street lights running on solar energy have been installed in farflung areas of the forest zone near Kashimira and Ghodbunder. The street lights which have been installed on the roads leading to the tribal dominated hamlets including Dackul-Pada and Maschacha Pada have been funded by Shiv Sena legislator Pratap Sarnaik from his Constituency Development Fund.

Sarnaik inaugurated the lighting system on Tuesday night. “This is our sincerer effort to promote the

use of renewable energy and improve the quality of life of local communities, who had been deprived of the much-needed and basic facilities for all these years,” he said.

The villagers have to trek at least 2 kms to reach the highway. Fear of attacks by wild animals and crimes by trespassers had forced residents especially women folk of these age-old hamlets to be confined within their doors after dusk.

However, after a decade-long struggle, the hamlets have been empowered with light and there is now not only brightness after sunset but the provision has also erased the collective and abysmal feeling of neglect within them, both by the society and the gov-

Indian money in Swiss banks rises to over Rs.14,000 cr

By A Staff Reporter

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ndians' money in Swiss banks has risen to over two billion Swiss francs (nearly Rs.14,000 crore), despite a global clampdown against the famed secrecy wall of Switzerland banking system. The funds held

by Indians with banks in Switzerland rose by over 40 per cent during 2013, from about 1.42 billion Swiss francs at the end of previous year, as per the latest data released yesterday by the country's central banking authority Swiss National Bank (SNB).

The latest data from the country's central banking authority Swiss National Bank comes at a time when Switzerland is facing growing pressure from India and many other countries to share foreign client details In contrast, the money held in Swiss banks by their foreign clients from across the world continued to decline and stood at a record low of 1.32 trillion Swiss francs (about USD 1.56 trillion or over Rs.90 lakh crore) at the end of 2013. During 2012, the Indians' money in Swiss banks had fallen by over one-third

to a record low level, reports PTI. The total Indian money held in Swiss banks included 1.95 billion Swiss francs held directly by Indian individuals and entities, and another 77.3 million Swiss francs through 'fiduciaries' or wealth managers at the end of 2013.

The latest data from Zurich-

based SNB comes at a time when Switzerland is facing growing pressure from India and many other countries to share foreign client details, while its own lawmakers are resisting such measures.

India has also constituted a Special Investigation Team (SIT) to probe cases of alleged black money

of Indians, including funds stashed abroad in places like Switzerland.

The funds, described by SNB as 'liabilities' of Swiss banks or 'amounts due to' their their clients, are the official figures disclosed by the Swiss authorities and do not indicate towards the quantum of the muchdebated alleged black money held

by Indians in the safe havens of Switzerland. SNB's official figures also do not include the money that Indians or others might have in Swiss banks in the names of entities from different countries.

pg 18 Find out why we love Indiacircus’ monsoon collection

pg 19 We tell you if Protein Bake Shop’s healthy desserts are worth trying

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here comes

the rain

Say goodbye to the sun as thundering clouds and flooded lanes signal the onset of monsoon! While the overcast weather and cool winds can be a treat, in a city like ours, we have to take extra care to keep the rain from seeping into our shoes, clothes and belongings. So, Rhea Dhanbhoora & Dev Goswami help you stay safe and dry with rain-wear and accessories for the entire family

Men Walk in style

You don’t have to leave your house in shorts and unsightly sandals because its raining. These products will keep you presentable and safe.

Go funky

Match this rubber belt, from Freecultr.com, with neon shades and you’ll be all decked up for a party!

Price `499

Ride in comfort

Avoid boring black and pick this colourful umbrella from Indiacircus.com.

Price `1,149

This Wildcraft windcheater, available on Snapdeal.com is perfect for you if you plan to ride your bike during the monsoon.

Price `1,995

What’s the time?

For the office

Comfortably secure

Instead of showing up at work in ugly floaters, pick up these rain-proof shoes from Metro.

Price `4,690

ChildRen Normal monsoon is too boring for children, so we bring you these cute, colourful options.

Perfect for casual wear, these slippers from Havaianas offer great grip and comfort.

Price `2,650

Worried about your expensive watch getting ruined by the rain? Ice has a great range of waterproof watches in various colours.

Price `13,285

Keep it simple

This bright umbrella from Fashionandyou.com is perfect if all you’re looking for is protection from the rain.

Price `249

Splash around!

Cover ‘em up

We love the colours and the design on these floaters from Crocs.

Price `3,995

This raincoat from Zivame.com will keep your child protected.

Price `599

All decked up

These shoes from Crocs are perfect for little girls.

Price `5,295

A flowerly touch

Protect your books

This bag from Roposo.com is a fun option for school-going children.

Price `1,799

Quirky cartoons

Your children will love this funky umbrella from Firstcry.com.

Price `199

These slippers from Lifestyle might not be the safest of options during monsoon, but they certainly are the cutest.

Price `399

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Cute overload

We love this blue and white, polka dotted umbrella from Fashionandyou.com.

Price `249

womeN Just because it is pouring, it doesn’t mean that have to compromise on your style. These products will keep your style quotient up and protect you at the same time.

Add some glitter

A colourful time

Who ever thought you could wear trendy designs like this during monsoon?!

Pick up these slippers from Ayesha to add some bling to your look!

Price `1,298

Beat the gloomy weather with this multi-coloured umbrella from Fashionandyou.com.

Price `299

Classy act

Want something truly classy that will keep you safe from the rain at the same time? Pick up this cover-up by designer Sonya Vajifdar.

Price `5,000 onwards

A rainy day essential

This fashionable bag from Ayesha will come in handy to keep all your essentials safe and dry.

Price `1,398

No frills

This solid colour raincoat from Snapdeal.com is affordable and will serve you well.

Price `599

No compromise

These sandals from Havaianas will ensure that you can be as fashionable as ever.

Price `2,150

Pets If you have pets, we’re sure that you’re looking for things that will help protect them. Our picks will come in handy:

Dress him up

Why get your pet a simple raincoat, when you get him this cute one from Sonya Vajifdar for VEMB. Price `5,000 onwards

After walk care

This paw butter (left) will soothe your pet’s paws while the dry spray shampoo (right) will keep moistureassociated odour away. Pick them up from Pet Story in Pali Naka, Bandra (W) Price `730 (paw butter) `899 (shampoo)

Complete protection

For a rainy walk

Pick up this raincoat for your dog from Sonya Vajifdar for VEMB to keep your pet safe and dry.

Price `5,000 onwards

Want your pet to look as cute as this one and stay as protected? Pick up raincoats and rain shoes from Pet Story (Contact: 9920898813) Price `1,000 onwards (raincoats) `850 onwards (rain shoes)

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Style it right Shirley Mistry tells you about the second edition of State of Style

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fter a successful first run, State of Style is back with another edition and this time, the theme is Black Tie. A modern take on Cinderella, the event gives women the opportunity to have a night out, where they can start by pampering themselves, followed by an after-party at Long & Short — The Gastrobar.

State of Style is the brainchild of an experience-based company called ACCESSED, which was started by Aditi Khandelwal and Surkeha Rao, along with MISU Image Consultants, Mitali

Sagar and Summiya Patni. You can look forward to having your hair and makeup done by Jean Claude Biguine and Guerlain, try on clothes and shoes

by Kitsch and Heel & Buckle, get manicures and foot massages by Maybelline and Rewa Escape, sample perfumes by Elie Saab and head to the photo booth by Snapix. To make travel less troublesome, they have tied up with cab service Uber, to provide you with pick up and drop service. We asked the organisers from ACCESSED and MISU Image Consultants about

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f you were pigging out all through summer, you might want to consider trying this workout. Since you can’t jog or run outdoors during the monsoon and being stuck in a gym all season is a gloomy prospect, opt for a fun workout such as Zumba.

Sukoon Rajani, a certified Zumba instructor, has created a Zumba workout regime to help you get back into shape. Sukoon tells us, “I have been teaching Zumba for over two years now. Several people have been telling me that they have put on weight during the holidays and want to lose it as soon as possible. So, I have created a Zumba toning routine that will not only motivate them to work out, but also help shed the excess weight.” The entry charges are fixed at `300, per session. So, get ready to Zumba your way to fitness!

When June 21 & 22, from 6pm to 7pm Where Studio Balance, Krishna Kunj, 29/30. K.M. Munshi Marg, Behind Wilson College, Chowpatty Contact 32227931

the event and they explained, “After a brilliant response the first time, we plan to make the second edition even bigger and better. We have spent a lot of time planning the event, with the aim to take it a notch higher and associate it with different brands, to give women varied, fashionable options.”

When Today, from 7pm onwards Where Onyx, Hotel Intercontinental, 135, Churchgate Contact 9920636903 Price `3,000

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« contEst thE Uncool MoMEnts contEst by aUtocar india

Exhibition GrEEn PalatE

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utocar India has announced a unique, photo-based contest called The Uncool Moments contest, in an effort to highlight and bring awareness about unruly drivers across the country.

The contest will allow the audience to capture moments of reckless driving and share them on Facebook.

The contest came into focus after the 2012 report on road accidents in India, which stated that a majority of road fatalities involve the youth. Autocar India is promoting the concept of Unsafe is Uncool, in order to advocate safe and responsible driving among youngsters.

Hormazd Sorabjee, editor of Autocar India, tells us, “While Autocar India is focussing on cars and on reaching out to auto aficionados, we also aim to spread the message of responsible driving. This platform allows the youth of today to identify what is uncool and therefore unsafe. We want to reach out to the growing number of young motorists, by involving them in an activity that will make them understand the importance of exercising caution and driving responsibly.”

Out of all the entries, 10 people will be chosen as winners by expert drivers from Autocar India. The more likes and shares your picture gets on Facebook, the higher chance you have of winning the contest. Winners will be awarded with high-end goodies such as JBL headphones and GO Puck chargers.

When Up to June 24 Where www.facebook.com/autocarindiamag/ or tweet with #UNSAFEISUNCOOL

reen Palate, as the name suggests, is an art exhibition that promises to take you back to nature. The artists who are a part of this venture, use Romanticism to explain the relationship between man and nature. Ashok Hinge, who is one of the six artists showcasing their work at the exhibition, has used natural and man-made elements to signify the concept of ‘completeness’ in the world around us. Green Palette aims to build a clean and green environment worldwide.

Through the exhibition, the artists aim to further the cause of environmental awareness and the idea of creating a greener world.

When Up to June 26 Where Art Gate Gallery, Satyam Collection, Near Eros Cinema, Churchgate Contact 42138856 / 55

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FOOD

TRAVEL savoury and sPiCy CraCkers By iCing on toP

sofitel’s feta de la Musique

neoPolitan flat Breads at niCo BoMBay

Nico Bombay is bringing you a range of authentic Neapolitan flat breads, made from farm fresh cheese, herbs, vegetables and meat.

You can look forward to delicacies such as the Margarita Flat Bread, made with vine ripened tomatoes, buffalo mozzarella and fresh basil, as well as the Beirut Flat Bread, made with goat meat, pine nuts and dill cream. Owner of Nico Bombay, Nico Goghavala, says, “Pizza Napoletana is as artisanal as it gets, since it uses traditional pizza making techniques. Diners usually order a thin crust pizza, thinking that it will naturally be lighter on the stomach.

They couldn't be further from the truth! Whether the bread is digestible or not depends on its yeast content... less yeast, makes it easier on the stomach. We use the least possible amount of yeast using flour with a high protein content; throw in some of the finest San Marzano tomatoes and artisanal buffalo mozzarella cheese that you can find and present to you a bite of heaven — a little sprinkle of our signature chilli oil won't hurt, we are Indian after all!” when Ongoing where Nico Bombay, Bombay Samachar Marg, Kala Ghoda Contact 9820152102

June 21, or summer solstice, marks the advent of longer days in the northern hemisphere. To celebrate the beginning of a new season, Sofitel is organising a day of complete symphony, coupling gastronomy with music.

Mr. Biswajit Chakraborthy, general manager at Sofitel Mumbai BKC, says, “Launched in France in the summer of 1982, the festival was created to mark the rise of Mercury. Being a French brand of international hotels, Sofitel takes pride in amalgamating this cultural event.

Encouraging both amateur and professional musicians to showcase their talents, the day has crossed the milestone and has become a moment of expression.” From Rajasthani folk songs to Hollywood retro music, there’s a lot you can look forward to at the all-day event. when June 21 where Sofitel, BKC, Bandra (E) Contact www.sofitel.com

end of season of thalassa at olive

The city's first pop-up restaurant, Thalassa at Olive, is all set to wrap up its season, so head over as soon as possible. The menu at Thalassa was put together by Mariketty, in association with the Olive team and it showcased a variety of fresh, seasonal ingredients, cooked using time-honoured, island-cooking techniques. AD Singh. MD of the Olive Bar & Kitchen, says, “The Thalassa pop-up at Olive offers customers a complete package, including delicious Greek food, music, friendly service and great pricing, all in an inspired setting. This is a rare find in the city and offers value for money to our customers.” when Up to June 30, from noon to 3.30pm (Lunch) and 7.30pm to 12am (Dinner) where Olive Bar & Kitchen, Amateur Riders Club, Mahalaxmi Racecourse, K. Khadye Marg, Mahalaxmi Contact 40859595

Next time you’re feeling snacky, pick from Icing on Top’s delicious savoury and spicy crackers. The menu that has been specially curated for the monsoon includes savoury cookies such as sundried tomato, basil and parmesan, chive and onion, cream cheese and poppy and spicy crackers such as Moroccan chermoula, Arabic spice, Mexican blend, green chilli and oregano and chilli, garlic and cilantro. Ayushi Shah, owner of Icing on Top, says, “We've introduced the spicy crackers as an addition to what we already have on our menu. Savoury crackers break away from the monotony of the sweet ones and add a special touch of their own.

We've had a lot of our regular customers asking us for savoury crackers which they could snack on with various dips and pates.

So, it seemed right to start innovating with savoury flavours.” when Ongoing, from 11am to 7.30pm where Besos 5, Advani Chambers, Kemps Corner Contact 9867013315

kashMiri food festival at itC Maratha

ITC Maratha is giving you a chance to experience something truly unique with their Kashmiri Pandit cuisine festival. Chef Suman Kaul, who will be presenting the festival, says, “One of the definitive qualities of Kashmiri Pandit cuisine is the generous use of curd in gravies, which gives the food a creamy consistency. The meat dishes use asafoetida (hing) and the rich colour is provided by the famous Kashmiri chillies.” The festival promises to treat you to new, unforgettable dishes that are native to the region. The meal is being offered as a dinner buffet, priced at `1,250 per person. when Up to June 22 where Peshwa Pavillion, ITC Maratha, near the International Airport, Sahar Road, Andheri (E) Contact 28303030

You may submit listings to: 48hours@afternoondc.in If you want to access the paper online, check out our epaper at www.afternoondc.in/epaper/de fault.aspx8

Love dessert? Now you can learn how to make it, by joining ABP Studio's basic baking and French patisserie course. Rushina Munshaw Ghildiyal, owner of APB Cook Studio, tells us, “APB Cook Studio and chef Kunal Arolkar of Foodybreaks are back with their hugely popular baking and pastry course. It is ideal for both novices as well as those who are already acquainted with baking. The course teaches basic patisserie skills over six structured sessions, working its way through various techniques and culminating in plating desserts the French way.” The workshop is priced at `15,000 plus taxes. when June 21 to July 6, from 11am to 4pm (Weekends only) where APB Cook Studio, 301, Srishti Plaza, Saki Vihar Road, Andheri (E) Contact 42152799

Andheri's cosy diner has introduced a daily lunch special, where for just `350, you can enjoy a three-course meal that includes a fresh salad and a cold beverage, along with the dish of the day. The best part is that the dishes change every week! Sahil Timbadia, partner at Jamjar Diner, says, “At Jamjar, we offer breakfast, lunch and dinner as we are open all day. A few regulars and locals told me that it would be great if there was a fixed price, balanced, set lunch at a fixed price, as they could quickly order, eat and be on their way back to work. So, we decided to offer lunch specials, which include a plated meal along with a house salad, which varies and a beverage of your choice at a great price. So, if you're wondering what to eat for lunch, trust our chef and enjoy the day's specials!” when Ongoing, Monday to Friday where Jamjar Diner, No. 7A & B, Aram Nagar ll, Jai Prakash Road, Versova, Andheri (W) Contact 28303030

yoga PaCkages By the taMara Coorg

Luxury resort, The Tamara Coorg is offering customised yoga packages to help guests embark on a journey of self-discovery.

Senthil Kumar, CEO of The Tamara Coorg, tells us, “The Tamara Coorg offers personalised services and hospitality with a strong focus on responsible luxury and sustainable tourism. We invite guests to discover their inner selves amidst the rich biodiversity of the Western Ghats.” The three and five nights yoga packages comprise of personal yoga sessions, advanced pranayama, yoga nidra, antar mouna, jal neti, sound therapy and meditation, under the guidance of qualified experts. You can indulge in steam baths, acupressure and aromatherapy at the Elevation Spa. The packages, inclusive of accommodation, breakfast, lunch and dinner, are priced at `39,000 and `60,000 for three and five nights, respectively. when Up to July 31 where The Tamara Coorg, Kabbinakad Estate, Napoklu Nad, Yavakapadi Village, Madikeri Taluk, Kodagu District, Karnataka Contact 08071077700

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Patisserie workshoP at aPB Cook studio

lunCh sPeCials at JaMJar diner

EXHIBITION aCting workshoP By divya Palat

If you are an acting enthusiast, look no further than IMPS, an acting and improvisation certificate theatre workshop that will teach you confidence, creativity and spontaneity through fun theatre games. Divya Palat, international award-winning director and producer, says, “This June, join IMPS for the experience of a lifetime, as I will be teaching improvisational acting, speech and stage confidence.” The workshop requires no prior experience in acting and will end with a professional show in August. The course comprises of three different batches, namely, Acting 101, Beginners and Intermediate. The size of the class is limited, so book your seat now! when June 24 onwards where Bandra, Breach Candy and Prabhadevi Contact 9867950371

Space – Home & Beyond has introduced a new bed and bath collection called I Love My Planet. The range has been designed by children from Akanksha Foundation's (an NGO for underprivileged children) Art for Akanksha project. Dipali Goenka, MD, Spaces- Home & Beyond (Welspun Global Brands Ltd.), says, “Welspun has always had a deep-rooted commitment to social causes and has taken up this particular initiative as one of its own, to help children in our country with incredible potential and abilities.

Talented youngsters have helped create the I Love My Planet collection that Spaces by Welspun has then honed and compiled into an entire range.” The range includes bed sheets, pillow covers, quilts, towels, (bath/ hand/ wash), bath rugs and bath mats. where www.spaces-home.com

sPeCial disCount for woMen at PePe Jeans

With the onset of monsoons exciting offers have started pouring in. Pepe has introduced a special offer for women, that we think is a great deal.

Neha Shah, manager of marketing at Pepe Jeans India, tells us, “Pamper yourself by shopping from the latest collection from our brand.” Shop for any item of clothing and get a 50% off on your secondpurchase. when Up to June 30 where Pepe outlets across the city

gift Boxes By holii

Having difficulty picking out gifts? Don't worry, as Holii has introduced gift boxes to make the process simpler. Mehak Khurana, retail merchandising head at Holii, tells us, “We noticed that many of our products were being used as gifts. So, we decided to present our customers with something that will be exciting as well as easy on the pocket.” The gift boxes are available three great combinations, including a bi-fold or continental wallet and credit card holder and a wallet and silk scarf. Beautifully packaged in sleek boxes, the lids are adorned with Holii’s mascot, a gorgeous colourful Peacock surrounded by bright summer flowers. The gift boxes are priced between `1,595 and `1,795. when Ongoing where Holii outlets across the city Contact www.holii.in

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« store reviews: extrassence hair spa & ideas designs production

Something new

« new launches:

find out what’s just out

Newly launched website, Ideas Designs Production aims to provide a range of event services at the click of a button. Dev Goswami checks it out to see if it’s as convenient as promised

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he home page for Ideas Designs Production, launched by hospitality agency, Party Cruisers Pvt. Ltd. is, unfortunately, a little bland. Considering that this is the website for a hospitality and event organising company, I was looking to be wowed a little more from the get-go. Making things look attractive is supposed to be their forte, so the dull website was a little off-putting. But, after trawling through their sections, I discovered that the website has several features that do manage to make it stand out from the landslide of new event companies cropping up across the city.

The home page is an animated brochure, with a sideshow of wedding stages, corporate stalls, theme parties and receptions that they’ve organised and/ or designed. It also has links that take you to different sections such as corporate events, wedding events, corporate stalls and theme parties.

Click on these links and instead of just showcasing pictures of their past work, the website displays several stock designs — from wedding reception stages to themed parties with arched balloon gates. You can choose an item at the click of a button. So, if you like a particular design and don’t want to add a personal touch (sadly, there’s no mention about how to customise something online, so

you’d have to call them), you can just add an item to your cart and proceed to check out.

They also have a solitary game table for theme parties and a few of their links (such as the Baby Shower), don’t have any products ready to view at the moment — I’m guessing that they plan to add some in the future.

The weddings section also displays various themes that they offer, at a starting price of `10,000, but these are options that require you to get in touch with them, as no further information is provided as far as complete wedding planning is concerned.

Overall, the website offers a unique solution to event planning.

Shopping online for ready stages or complete themes is certainly a new concept. But, Ideas Designs Production needs to improve in a lot of areas. Their website design could be much better and information on shipping is missing, along with information on customisation. You can, of course contact them on one of the several numbers mentioned, but that defeats the purpose of an online service, doesn’t it?

Where www.ideasdesignproduction.com

Monsoon collection by India Circus

Celebrate the onset of monsoon with the monsoon collection from India Circus. The special collection includes monsoon-themed accessories including umbrellas, smartphone covers, coffee mugs, coasters and cushion covers. We love the Samsung, slipper motif phone cover and the designed coffee mugs, which add a little colour to a dull, rainy day. Our favourite is this vibrant city motif mug!

Where www.indiacircus.com Price `599 and `399, for the mobile cover and coffee mug respectively.

>> Organising a theme party?

Check out this blue theme, showcased on Ideas Designs Production

hydrating boost I

Indola, a professional hair-care brand, promises to inject more life into tired, brittle hair with its Extrassence hair spa treatment. Shirley Mistry brings you the results

on the quantity of the masque. After applying it from root to f there is one thing I grudge Mumbai for, it is how the weather and water have ruined my hair. No matter how tip, she went gave me a short, but effective head massage. I’m careful I am, my hair always ends up looking dry and rough. not sure whether this actually helps absorb the product better, but it calms you in a matter of minutes.

So, when I heard of Indola’s new nourishing and hydrating hair spa, Extrassence, I was more than eager to give it a try, simply Next, my hair was steamed for 10-15 minutes to help absorb to see the extent to which it could salvage my hair. the product, after which it was rinsed out and a finishing With Henkel as its parent company and Schwartzkopf as a serum was applied. As my hair air-dried, it looked visibly shinier and felt really soft too. For the next one week, my hair sister concern, Indola professional treatment products sound promising. The Extrassence hair spa claims to thoroughly looked and felt hydrated and deeply conditioned, as promised. cleanse your hair, nourish it from root to tip and restore its Priced from `1,000 onwards, the treatment is worth the natural shine and bounce. money and undergoing it every 6-8 weeks, especially if your The treatment started off with a hair wash, using a shampoo hair is dry and doesn’t gel with Mumbai’s weather, pollution that is specially designed for this treatment, after which a hair and water, is a really good idea. masque was applied. Here, there are two variants available — one for chemically-treated hair and the other for hair that part liberally with the masque, taking time to work it into my Where Available at salons across the city, such as hasn’t been chemically-treated. I opted for the latter and the scalp. I was extremely impressed by the attention paid to each Wat D Cut in Andheri and Ling, Ling in Worli technician meticulously sectioned my hair and coated each section (there were several!) and the fact that she didn’t skinch

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Arty AffAir

Where Artisan, Sofitel Hotel, C/57, Block G, Bandra Kurla Complex, Bandra (E) Meal for two `1,500 (without alcohol) Alcohol served Yes (pint of beer approximately `370 onwards) Contact www.sofitel.com

A space that already dons several hats, Artisan at Sofitel is back in a brand new avatar. Rhea Dhanbhoora finds out whether it’s snooty or delightfully luxurious Si Jolie

moods (according to a theme), from 7pm If our knowledge of French extended beyond onwards, the music at Artisan enhances the stock phrases, my dining companion and I experience. The lighting and ambiance add to would have had a little more to say about the the overall tone, so it’s safe to say that we were pretty, French-inspired décor that was looking forward to seeing what else was interspersed through the recently revamped on offer.

Artisan. With French windows letting you bask in the sun (the air-conditioned interiors will ChAi TiMe keep the sweat away, don’t worry) and high- Well, not literally. One of the best drinks on the backed armchairs allowing you to enjoy a lazy menu is the Chai Tapri. At `800 a glass, it had sunset, everything about the Épicerie, Pâtisserie, Chocolaterie, Boulangerie and Charcuterie (including the French community table), spells chic. What’s more impressive than the French theme (that any other restaurant could pull off with ease), are the grills, woven through and around the restaurant, lending it a decidedly Indian vibe.

You could argue about which is the dominant culture in the décor (Is it French? Is it Indian?

Is it Indo-French? You decide!), the intricate paintings adorning the walls and distinctive cutlery at each table make one thing clear — this is not a restaurant for those who are uncomfortable with luxury. If it wasn’t for the music in the background, we would have been obliged to speak in hushed tones through the night to preserve Artisan’s allure. The outdoor seating is perfect for cooler evenings, where you can dine under the stars.

To Their oWn Tune

Speaking of music, an important aspect of the revamped Artisan is the live music. From jazz and blues to sounds catering to different

>> Ask for their recommendations from their drinks menu; you won’t be disappointed!

Where www.theproteinbakeshop.com Contact 9820025574/ mail@rashichowdhary.com

to be worth its weight in gold and lo and behold — it was! Even if you hate vodka, the citrus twang infused with masala chai and garnished with fresh mint will leave you licking your lips. If fruit infusions rock your boat, pick Grass. Also priced at `800, the mixture of vodka, curry leaves, fresh pears and lychee juice is a startling combination. The classic Mai Tai (`800) doesn’t disappoint either, but I’d rather pick from the first two. We were also served a special pineapple and orange concoction made by the bartender.

Asking for recommendations and specials at Artisan will work wonders for you.

À lA MACAron leT’S geT iT STArTed

If you think paying `350 for a bowl of peanuts is a bit much, you haven’t tried Artisan’s Deconstructed Peanut Masala. The artisan style appetiser is mixture of a delicious potato patty, peanuts and spices. Our favourites from their small tapas menu included the succulent Nalli Nihari Pizza (`500), which needed a more generous helping of meat. The Albondigas (`450) too are a must-try. For the uninitiated, these are beef dumplings dunked in tomato gravy. We were delighted with this

HealtHy Desserts The 48Hrs Team sampled goodies from the Protein Bake Shop — a brand that offers healthy desserts. Free from transfat, wheat and dairy, we tell you how the treats fared in terms of taste

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dish because the tomato gravy was tangy, did not resemble ketchup in terms of taste or consistency and seeped into the tender beef dumplings perfectly. The Pan Fried Scallops (`650) however, were the star of the meal.

They’re not affordably priced and you’ll have to fight with your dining companion to get the last bite — but the good thing is that they are worth the fight. While I avoided most of the chilli jam, the green pea purée was delicious and the micro greens added a delightful crunch to the smooth scallops. We were licking our lips right until dessert arrived.

he next time you are watching your weight, but are craving for something sweet, don’t work yourself into a sweat! Protein Bake Shop, a venture by Rashi Chowdhary, a nutrition expert and diabetic educator, makes eating your favourite desserts extremely healthy.

Made with protein isolate to maintain a healthy carbohydrates to protein ratio, their cookies, biscotti, brownies and nut butters are proof that you don’t have to compromise on the good stuff even if you are looking to eat healthy.

We tried their Chia and Flaxseed Slice (`500 for four pieces), made with fresh bananas, protein powder, honey, chia seeds, flaxseeds and 70% dark chocolate chips. Each slice contains 9.9g carbohydrates, 3.2g fat, 6.5g protein and 89

Speaking of dessert — it was only apt to finish our meal with a tasty Artisan macaron. A flavour apiece, we were satiated. Although the macarons were not the best we’ve ever had, they added the only other bit of French flavour to the meal after the décor, which was much appreciated.

The bottom line is that although Artisan is not a one-of-a-kind restaurant, the food is tasty and the ambiance certainity adds to the experience. We’re going to go back to see what a luncheon by the French windows is like.

calories. The slice was moist and resembled the texture of a chewy brownie. The chia seeds and flaxseeds added crunch and the chocolate chips lent just the right amount of decadence to the snack. Perfect as a mid-morning treat (as long as you don’t mind the taste of bananas) this one keeps you full for hours.

We also tried the Paleo Rawnola (`500 for 220g), made with almonds, cashews, coconut flakes, honey and super seeds.

Without any sugar and added preservatives, it was a healthy eat.

However, it was quite oily and heavy on the stomach. We couldn’t eat more than three teaspoons in one go and it worked as an entire meal rather than just a snack. If you want to give this a try, do so for it’s nutritional value, but, if you are looking for something that is both healthy and delicious, then this snack is probably not for you.

The Paleo Biscotti (`500 for eight pieces) comes in an attractive brown paper bag, with an informative label telling you about its contents. With eight pieces of biscotti that contain almond flour, coconut flour, honey, almonds and chocolate chips, each piece contains around 60 calories, 1.5g protein and 2.9g fat, with 7.7g carbohydrate content. It looks and smells delicious, but getting used to eating it takes a while. It starts off slightly too nutty, with a sawdust-like texture. But, after you finish the first piece, you can get through the rest of the bag pretty easily, since it’s quite addictive. You also begin to like the taste as you continue to eat. After the second piece, we found ourselves craving another, and another... It keeps you full for quite a while, which means that you won’t snack unnecessarily in between.

For the price, these treats are a good option to curb your sweet cravings once in a while, but are on the expensive side if your sweet tooth pops up often. Having said that, we’d love to try some of their other products, such as the chocolate stacks (`500 for four pieces), almond butter (`400 for 200ml) and their paleo pizza — the only savoury snack on the menu.

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An exotic Adventure

MUMBAI MUMBAI | FRIDAY, | FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER JUNE 03, 20, 2010 2014

With delectable food, incredible landscapes and wonderful people, the island country of Madagascar is more exotic and beautiful than you’d ever imagine. Preeti John tells us how she had the experience of a lifetime

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adagascar was always high on my list of must-visit destinations, but I never thought I’d get to visit the beautiful island so soon and on my honeymoon to boot! I’m not ashamed to say that my fascination with Madagascar began when I first watched the film Madagascar.

Who wouldn’t want to visit a place that has been epitomised by loveable animated creatures?!

Down To ThE DETAILs Since Madagascar is not a popular tourist destination, planning our trip took a little more research than usual. Even on the internet, information is not readily available — we had to go through an exhaustive search for online resources. It’s a good idea to get in touch with some locals before you visit, and this is where social media came to our rescue!

There are several beautiful places to visit in Madagascar, so we were spoilt for choice. Although a 12-day honeymoon is a

long break, for Madagascar it is just not enough. After weeks of research, corresponding with hotels and detailed planning, we finally decided to travel from Antananarivo (the capital, in central Madagascar) to Isalo National Park in Ranohira in the southwest, and then onward to Ifaty beach in Tulear in the south.

ExpErIEnCE ThE sIghTs AnD sounDs Antananarivo (also Tananarive or Tana, as the locals call it) is by far, the country’s most developed and bustling city. It isn’t necessarily what you’d expect from a capital city, but its simplicity will draw you in. There are several accommodation options ranging from budget picks to uber-fancy hotels. We picked a rather quaint French hotel, La Ribaudière, for our first two days in the country. Unsurprisingly, the restaurant specialises in delicious French cuisine.

Tana does not have much to offer in terms of sightseeing, but the markets are excellent. We were quite impressed by the main Analakely market — a packed, bustling place where everything under the sun was available. But, beware of your surroundings and be careful of your bags and wallets!

The Tsimbazaza Botanical and Zoological Park was next on our list and it serves as the perfect introduction to Madagascar’s unique flora and fauna. We spotted the fossa (a

>> Madagascar is filled with amazing sights at every step of your journey. Preeti recommends that you visit Mt. Kilimanjaro (left), explore the wildlife that the destination has to offer (centre) and drive through the countryside to soak in Madagascar’s pristine surroundings (right)

The five days we spent at Ifaty were gastronomic heaven for us, seafood lovers. We ate crabs, lobsters, squid and barracuda, all cooked to perfection in delightful flavours. The hotel also sets up candlelit dinners for their guests on the beach. Imagine a dark night, barely illuminated by the single candle at your table, the twinkling stars above you, the waves at your feet and soothing groovy island music drifting in from the speakers.

It took some effort but we managed to detach ourselves from large, fierce, cat-like animal that is endemic to all the pampering to visit the nearby baobab forest, a group of Madagascar) and several lemurs (also endemic to the island). After a few hours of walking around the zoo, we majestic trees, each about 30 feet high. The baobas, native to visited the private Lemur Park. A sprawling forest area, Africa, have massive trunks and comparatively small branches the park is home to nine different species of lemur. and are quite a sight! Standing next to one of these towering trees makes you marvel at nature.

On our way back to Tana (a 1000km drive), we stopped for a MovIng on night at La Varangue Betsileo in Ambalavov. A beautiful villaDay three of our time in Madagascar began at 4am. The hotel, owned and managed by an old French couple who live drive from Tana to Ranohira is roughly 750kms, so there as well, La Varanague is definitely a place I’d recommend. people suggest spacing it out over two days. We ignored Madame Sylvine, a lovable grandmotherly lady, cooks for all that warning and insisted on getting there in a day. We guests and her dishes are simply exquisite. If you’re lucky, like we were, she’ll serve you her special berry ice cream for dessert drove on what is arguably one of the best roads in the country — the RN7. A drive on this national highway and pack you some homemade cookies for your onward will introduce you to the best sights of the country. We moved journey. from the inhabited hills of the capital, driving through Travelling around Madagascar and meeting locals from picturesque valleys and endless fields, passing through towns different parts of the country proved one thing — the locals in and villages with enthusiastic locals waving to us. All these Madagascar are kind-hearted, genuinely nice, simple people, who are always smiling and willing to engage in conversation, sights flank the road on either side, so you have the best driveby view all the way through. even if you do not speak the same language. The country is At Ranohira, we experienced what is best described as a sight filled with beauty and has an unexplored aura, devoid of of heaven. Les Toiles De L’isalo (the stars of Isalo) is a beautiful commercialisation, which was something that we relished, and it played a big part in us enjoying a thoroughly relaxing trip. hotel right by the side of the Isalo National Park, which offers excellent views of the park and its surroundings. As beautiful a view as you will see during the day (think: a setting sun, a redFACT-FILE orange endless sky, birds flying, green trees all around), it was the night sky which we aren’t likely to forget for a very long Time your visit time. For the three nights we were there, we sat agape at the The best time to travel is between May and October when the climate is view before us. We had never seen so many bright stars before. relatively cool. November-April is the hot, rainy season, and severe Trekking at the Isalo Park was a wonderful experience. The cyclones are known to lash out against the east coast during this time. The park consists of sandstone formations dating back to the advantage of travelling in the tourist off-season is that flight tickets are Jurassic period, deep canyons with riparian forests, open substantially cheaper. grasslands, and many lagoons and waterfalls.

Two days later, we headed to the beach, once again taking in Know your languages the amazing scenery. I am a water-baby and most at peace French and Malagasy are the most widely spoken languages in when I’m at a beach, so Ifaty was my dream come true. The Madagascar and you’ll to find English-speakers only in big cities. Carry a clear blue water of the Mozambique Channel and the pure French to English dictionary for easier for communication with the locals; white sand were enough to make me never want to leave. however we didn’t have one, and managed just as well. It’s a great way to If you visit Ifaty beach and stay at any of excellent hotels interact with the locals when neither of you know what the other is saying there, you must go to Princesse du Lagon and spend an at first. afternoon in the pool. It is a view you wouldn’t want to miss.

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THE BURMA CONSPIRACY

TODAY’S BEST VIEWING

Propelled to the head of the W Group after the death of his adoptive father, Largo Winch decides, to everyone’s surprise, to sell it, and use the proceeds to create an ambitious humanitarian foundation. But on the very same day, he finds himself accused of crimes against humanity by a mysterious witness. To prove his innocence, Largo will have to retrace the steps of his past life, in the heart of the Burmese jungle... Pix, 9 p.m.

BEINTEHAA

SOAPS & SERIALS

In tonight’s episode Aaliya will ignore Rehaan and go to meet Zubair. She takes the files from Rehaan (Nandish Sandhu), saying that she does not want a lawyer given by the government and would rather get a bigger lawyer to defend Zubair. Back at home, Zain is little shaken up but Aaliya makes him understand that she cannot leave Zubair to rot in jail. Later Aliya realises that Rehaan is the same big lawyer she had sent away. Colors, 9 p.m.

THE FRONT ROW WITH ANUPAMA CHOPRA

As the finale episode of THE FRONT ROW WITH ANUPAMA CHOPRA approaches, here’s a look back at some of the best dressed celebs who turned up the fashion quotient a few notches in Season 2. Bollywood hotties Alia Bhatt, Illeana D’cruz, Sushmita Sen, Kangana Ranaut, Sonam Kapoor and the hunk Ranveer Singh show us how to do it in style. Star World, 8.30 p.m.

CID

In tonight’s episode, Niharika, the daughter of a renowned billionaire comes to India with her fiancé after 10 years for her wedding. During the trip, Niharika gets attacked by 4-5 snipers in a restaurant. CID gets on the case to solve the mystery. ACP while investigating for the case gets badly injured and a kid, named Bunty finds ACP and takes care of him while he himself seems to be in some trouble. Daya and Abhijit are trying to trace ACP and the culprit behind the accident. Will CID team be able to solve this intriguing mystery? Sony TV, 10 p.m.

MY BEAUTIFUL GAME SHOWCASES WORST OWN GOALS

Gearing up for FIFA World Cup 2014, National Geographic Channel brings the best of the sport through a slew of special show.

Featured in the series are the most popular faces from the world of football and entertainment, from David Beckham to Robert Di Matteo to Glee star Mathew Morrison. This episode would showcase the Worst Own Goals in the history of Football. NGC, 9 p.m.

BIG CAT DIARY

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

SHOOTER

Beintehaa, Colors, 9 p.m.

the big and ferocious cats of the Mara River. Animal Planet, 7 p.m.

MYSTERY OF THE LOST ISLANDS

Dave Salmoni meets the true survivors of the natural world, when he journeys to some of the globes most remote islands.

These islands have developed unique ecosystems and species and these animals have adapted perfectly for their environment.

In this unique new series, Dave’s skill will be tested to the limit, as he lives alongside a host of animals that exist in total isolation. By living alongside these wild animals, he will learn from them how a man can survive in some of the remotest places on Earth. Discovery, 8 p.m.

TRIGGERS: WEAPONS THAT CHANGED THE WORLD

No weapon is more feared, or more misunderstood, than the Assault Rifle. And no assault rifle has proved more successful, or more lethal, than the Soviet AK-47. Host Willis tracks the history of some of this revolutionary firearm and unveils some great weapons in TRIGGERS WEAPONS THAT CHANGED THE WORLD. Discovery Science, 10 p.m.

YEH RISHTA KYA KAHLATA HAI

The entire family is shocked to see Naman back in the house and suresh coming to take them back. Will the kids leave devyani forever or will Akshara succeed in stopping the kids. Star Plus, 9.30 p.m.

MOVIES OF THE DAY

Bob Lee Swagger, one of the world’s great marksmen and the son of a Congressional Medal of Honoree, is a loner living in the Rockies. He’s left the military, having been hung out to dry in a secret Ethiopian mission a few years before, when he’s recruited by a lisping colonel to help find a way that the President of the US might be assassinated in one of three cities in the next two weeks. He does his work, but the shot is fired notwithstanding and Bob Lee is quickly the fall guy: wounded and hunted by thousands, he goes to ground and, aided by two unlikely allies, searches for the truth and for those who double-crossed him. All roads lead back to Ethiopia. HBO, 9 p.m.

ONE FOR THE MONEY

After losing her job, Jersey girl Stephanie Plum is broke. Needing a job she is told that her cousin, a bail bondsman, needs someone to help out in the office. But the only job openings he has are for skip tracers. She learns that Joe Morelli, a guy she knew intimately years ago, is one of the “skips”. She eventually finds him but wasn’t really prepared so he gets away. Another bounty hunter, Ranger, tries to teach her. Eventually she finds Morelli again, but he claims he is innocent of the crime he is accused of and he is trying to prove his innocence. Eventually Stephanie thinks he’s telling the truth so she stakes out the person who can help him. Zee Studio, 8.10 p.m.

YOU DON’T MESS WITH THE ZOHAN

Zohan Dvir works as a Special Agent and lives with his orthodox parents in Israel. He wants to give up this life full of dangerous encounters with Palestinians. While in the process of apprehending a Palestinian activist known simply as the Phantom, he fakes his death, hides in a dog-kennel on a plane bound for New York, and decides to try his hand as a hair-stylist. He is refused employment initially, but when he offers to work for free, Dahlia hires him as a cleaner. When a hair-stylist named Debbie quits, Zohan replaces her, winning over elderly female clientèle, and falling in love with Dahlia herself. Before Zohan could propose to her, Dahlia’s landlord, Walbridge, who has been raising rents regularly, hires skinhead goons to terrorize the neighborhood, creates misunderstandings between Jews, Muslims, Arabs, and Palestinian. Star Movies, 9 p.m.

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Shooter, HBO, 9 p.m.

CHHOTE SARKAR

Amar Saxena is a businessman, and the Managing Director of prestigious Khaitan Fans Ltd., India. One day while leaving from a board meeting, he meets a beggar named Jagmohan, who calls him Rohit, and asks him to return home to his ill wife, Seema. Amar denies being Rohit, but feels sorry for him and gives him somemoney, which Jagmohan declines to accept. Curious at his refusal, Amar offers to help. He visits the hospital and gets to meet Seema, and ends up falling in love with her.

What he does not know that Jagmohan and Seema are plainclothes policeofficers, who have been assigned to arrest him for the murder of Ram Kumar Saxena, Amar’s uncle. CVO, 9 p.m.

INSAANIYAT

Inspector Amar is an honest and diligent police inspector. His investigations have proved that Brijbhan is involved in criminal activities, as well as terrorism, and has the full co-operation of some employees in the police department, as well as the Indian army. He has also to bring two gang-leaders, Karim Lala, and Hariharan, to stop their gang rivalry. To this extent he is successful in convincing both to stop criminal activities, and join forces with him to bring Brijbhan to justice. Hariharan and Karim Lala openly agree to do this. B4U, 9 p.m.

STAR PLUS

P.M. 2.00 Ek Hasina Thi 2.30 Iss Pyar Ko Kya Naam Doon..

3.00 Pyar Ka Dard Hai Meetha Meetha 3.30 Diya Aur Bati Hum 4.00 Saath Nibhaana Saathiya 4.30 Ek Hasina Thi 5.00 Ek Veer Ki ArdaasVeera 5.30 Ye Hai Mohabbatein 6.00 Iss Pyar Ko Kya Naam Doon-Ek Baar Phir 6.30 Ek Ghar Banaunga 7.00 Saath Nibhaana Saathiya 7.30 Saraswati Chandra 8.00 Ek Hasina Thi 8.30 Mahabharat 9.00 Diya Aur Bati Hum 9.30 Yeh Rishta Kya Kehlata Hain 10.00 Pyar Ka Dard Hai….

10.30 Ek Veer Ki Ardaas – Veera 11.00 Ye Hai Mohabbatein P.M. 2.00 3.00 4.00 4.30 5.00 6.00 7.00 8.00 8.30

6.30 Pavitra Rishta 7.00 Ek Mutthi Aasmaan and Suhane Ladakpan Ke 8.00 Jodha Akbar 8.30 Do dil Bandhe Ek Dori Se 9.00 Pavitra Rishta 9.30 Qubool Hai 10.00 Aur Pyaar Ho Gaya 10.30 Doli Armaano Ki 11.00 Jodha Akbar

LIFE OK

P.M. 2.00 Savdhaan India 7.30 Gustakh Dil 8.00 Devo ke Dev Mahadev 8.30 Ek Boond Ishq 9.00 Nadaan Parinde Ghar Aa Ja

3.30 Juluni Yeti Reshimgathi 4.00 Asmita 5.00 Jai Malhar 5.30 Honar Suun Me Hya Gharachi 6.00 Eka Lagnachi Tisari Goshat 6.30 Home Minister 7.00 Jai Malhar 7.30 Javai Vikat Ghene Aahe 8.00 Honar Suun Me Hya Gharachi 8.30 Juluni Yeti Reshimgathi 9.00 Eka Lagnachi Tisari Goshta 9.30 Asmita 10.30 Jai Malhar 11.00 Juloon Yeti Reshimgathi

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TOP VIEW When there is no real estate bubble, as is currently the case, then banks and housing finance companies should be allowed to fund land transactions

SEBI Unveils Slew Of Reforms

HDFC Chairman Deepak Parekh

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Hold Long Positions With Stop Loss At 15 DMA NSE India: CNX Nifty — Daily Market Report for: Friday (June 20, 2014) (Based on the activity of the previous trading day) by Dominic Rebello

REVIEW OF THE PREVIOUS DAY: The Nifty fell marginally on Thursday (June 19, 2014) a net 17.50 points (0.23%) and closed at the 7540 point level.

The market opened up with a gap at the 7580 points level.

It then rose further and registered the day’s high at the 7606 points level at 9.30 a.m. The index then declined and turned into a range bound movement until 11.40 a.m. It then declined sharply into the red and registered the day’s low at the 7502 points level at 12.13 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 104 points. Sentiment was bearish and amongst the 50 Nifty stocks 28 were losers, while 22 stocks closed in the green. Substantial buying was witnessed in IT and technology stocks, while substantial selling was witnessed in oil & gas, PSU and infrastructure stocks.

Overall Market Strength/Weakness: 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 7043 points level.

The next support is at the 6846 points level.

Resistance Levels The immediate main resistance is at the 7497 points level.

The next resistance is at the 7569 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 = 7550 (This is the level where the trend is likely to change during intra-day).

TECHNICAL ANALYSIS: Volume: Volume (Qty shares) decreased 27.03%. This Support (1) = 7493. change is substantial and indicates a less than full Support (2) = 7446. participation by investors.

Resistance (1) = 7597.

Resistance (2) = 7654.

Market Breadth: OUTLOOK FOR TODAY Overall Market Breadth on the NSE was negative. Amongst On Japanese candlestick patterns the index has formed all the traded stocks, 671 were gainers, 882 were losers a second consecutive but small black body candle. This and 26 remained unchanged. is negative. Further, the index is below its 5 days moving average, which is declining. Moreover, the velocity Slow Stochastic Indicator: parameters too indicate weakness. All these indicate a The Slow Stochastic Oscillator is in the neutral zone. negative bias.

The Slow K line in the Stochastic Oscillator is at the slow However, the index continues to remain above its 15, D line (neutral if it continues).

25 and 200 days moving averages and all the three averages are rising and also positively trended. This is RSI Indicator: positive. Investors are advised to hold long positions but The RSI is above the 60 level but is now declining (negative if it continues). with a strict stop loss at the 15-day average at the 7524 point’s level.

MACD Indicator: Work with strict stop losses on all positions The MACD is above zero but is declining (negative if it continues). It is below its 9-day Average (negative).

ADX Indicator & DI Lines: The +DI line is above the –DI line 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: Is below its 5-day average (at 7561) Negative.

Is above its 15-day average (at 7524) Positive.

Is above its 25-day average (at 7429) Positive.

Is above its 200-day average (at 6399) Positive.

All the four averages are positively trended. Positive.

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.

apital markets regulator Sebi yesterday cleared a slew of reforms including a proposal to hike public holding in all PSUs to a minimum 25% besides new norms for research analysts and ESOPs given by listed firms. Besides, Offer for Sale mechanism will be revamped to allow non promoters to use this route for selling shares and a provision of 10% reservation will be provided to retail investors. The decisions were taken at a board meeting of Sebi here and included many reform measures to boost primary markets.

Norms For IPO, Preferential Issues Eased In a bid to revive the primary market, Sebi yesterday eased norms related to the size of an IPO and pricing of preferential shares while allowing anchor investors to have a greater exposure to the offering.

Besides, Sebi at its board meeting held here yesterday has also approved a proposal to allow bonus shares to be sold in IPO (Initial Public Offer) even if they have been issued within less than a year. The board decided that all companies with a post-issue capital above Rs 4,000 crore are compulsorily required to offer at least 10% stake in the IPO.

New Set Of ESOP Regulations Capital market watchdog Sebi yesterday finalised an easier set of regulations for employee stock option schemes that among other things would classify ESOP Trusts as a separate category of shareholding entities. With the new norms, the Securities and Exchange Board of India (Sebi) has allowed companies to have employee stock option programmes where they can buy their own company shares subject to certain conditions.

PSUs To Have 25% Minimum Public Shareholding In 3 Years To bring uniformity in rules, capital market regulator Sebi yesterday cleared a proposal for ensuring at least 25% public holding in all the listed state-owned companies within three years. The decision would help the government raise close to Rs 60,000 crore from the sale of shares in around 36 listed PSUs where the public shareholding is less than 25%. Under current norms, government undertakings should have at least 10% public shareholding whereas for non-PSU firms the minimum level is 25%.

Sharing KYC Details For The Entire Financial Sector To ensure common Know-your-Client system for the entire financial sector, Sebi board yesterday approved the proposal for sharing KYC details with entities regulated by other financial sector watchdogs. The move, which comes after a board meeting of the capital market regulator here, would facilitate the KYC process for the investors in the entire financial sector.

Norms For Research Analysts Sebi yesterday cleared detailed norms for 'research analysts' to safeguard investors from any manipulation by such entities and to bring in greater transparency in their activities. The draft norms to regulate individual research analysts and entities were approved by the board of the Securities and Exchange Board of India (Sebi) at a meeting here yesterday.

Expanding Framework For OFS Mechanism Retail investors will now get a 10% reservation in an offer for sale (OFS) by listed companies and they may also be given discounts by entities selling shares through this mechanism. Besides, non-promoter shareholders with more than a 10% stake can sell their shares through an OFS, according to a proposal cleared yesterday by the Securities & Exchange Board of India (Sebi), which also allowed a larger set of firms to tap this route.

BROKERAGE RECOMMENDATIONS Religare calls a ‘Buy’ on Ipca Laboratories CMP: Rs. 829

Target: Rs. 1030

Emkay calls a ‘Buy’ on Motherson Sumi CMP: Rs. 324

Target: Rs. 400

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High Fiscal Deficit Exposing India To Shocks, Says Moodyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s NEWS FLASH

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he Indian economy is exposed to "shocks" on account of high fiscal deficit and the country's credit outlook will depend on government's initiatives in the next month's budget to contain expenditure and reduce exposure to global commodity prices, rating agency Moody's said yesterday.

"More relevant to (determine) the sovereign credit outlook will be whether the budget includes measures that address the government's low revenue base, high current expenditures and exposure to commodity prices," Moody's said in a report.

India's budget deficit is high and this increases macro- economic imbalances and thus "expose the economy to shocks", Moody's Investors Service said in the report titled: "Frequently asked questions on India's fiscal position and the forthcoming budget". "In absence of measures to reduce the fiscal deficit, the future high growth rates many forecast for India may not be realised. The July budget could indicate whether fiscal constraints on India's sovereign credit profile will ease over the coming years,"

Moody's said. The Union Budget is expected to be presented in the second week of July.

Whether the new government's FY2015 deficit estimate is above or below the previous regime's estimate of 4.1 per cent of GDP, it will not be the key determinant of India's credit outlook, Moody's said. The deficit in 2013-14 fiscal was 4.5 per cent. Moody's has assigned a 'Baa3' rating on India, with a stable outlook.

"India's high budget deficits are partly due to a large population and low per capita income levels. Low income levels limit the government's tax revenue base and at the same time drive socio-political

pressure to increase government spending on subsidies and economic development," it added.

However, Moody's said that other countries with low per capita income have avoided deficits as large as India's. This suggests that fiscal discipline can improve budget outcomes despite structural challenges. The report added that wide budget deficits have kept India's inflation high and contributed to a widening current account deficit between 2011 and 2013, which heightened exchange rate volatility and resulted in higher domestic interest rates. These trends have exacerbated the slowdown in GDP growth since 2011, it added.

India Inc Sees GDP Growth Of 5-6% In FY15

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s many as 81% of Indian corporates believe the country's economy is likely to grow 5-6% in the current financial year, says a survey. "India Inc expects the economy to grow between 5-6% and rupee around 77% to appreciate against the US dollar," according to a survey by ING Vysya Bank.

Around 67% respondents see the rupee to be at or below 60 for

FY'15. There were 16% participants who expect levels lower than 58 up to September 2014, but then see depreciation to levels greater than 62 by the end of FY15.

Over 300 corporate finance executives representing a wide range of industries, both manufacturing and services sectors, clearly indicated a sustained momentum in growth, the survey said.

12th Plan Spending To Fall Short Of Target By `6.58 Lakh Cr

By A Business Reporter

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BUSINESS

lan expenditure, the government spending on social sector schemes, is likely to fall short by Rs 6.58 lakh crore in the 12th Plan period (2012-17), according to the Planning Commission estimates.

"Even with 20% increase in (Plan) resources for next two years, the resource shortfall is likely to be at Rs 6.58 lakh crore," the Commission's official estimate revealed. During the first three years of the five-year policy period which began on April 1, 2012, government has allocated 40.48% of the total outlay of Rs 35.68 lakh crore.

Earlier during the UPA regime,

the Plan expenditure since the beginning of the 12th Plan was curtailed for two years in a row to keep a tab on fiscal deficit. During the first year of the policy period in 2012-13, the spending was pegged at Rs 5.21 lakh crore in the budget estimates. However, the actual Plan expenditure remained lower at Rs 4.14 crore. Similarly, in the second year of 12th Plan, the spending was projected at Rs 5.55 lakh crore in the budget while the revised estimate was at Rs 4.76 lakh crore.

The interim budget for the current fiscal has pegged the spending at Rs 5.55 lakh crore, thus the total Plan expenditure allocated so far in the first three financial years of the 12th Plan

works out to be at Rs 14.44 lakh crore.

The new government will present the regular budget for the current fiscal next month. Now, it is up to the new government to find out ways of stepping up Plan outlay to meet the 12th Plan target, an official said. The Plan outlay flows through 70 ministries and 66 centrally sponsored schemes.

The Plan expenditure of Rs 35.68 lakh crore envisaged in the 12th Plan is 124.53% more than the spending of Rs 15.89 lakh crore during the 11th Plan (2007-12).

BUSINESS BRIEFS Global Cloud Xchange Announces Plan For New Subsea Cable

Global Cloud Xchange yesterday announced its latest investment into the Asia Pacific region. The new ICX cable infrastructure is part of the companyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s strategy to provide a direct subsea route to bridge an important gap in the emerging markets corridor, specifically delivering a direct Mumbai-Singapore route to bypass current outage prone terrestrial routes between Mumbai and Chennai.

Precision Camshafts Partners With EMAG Germany

Precision Camshafts (PCL), one of the worldâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s leading Chilled Cast Iron camshaft manufacturer yesterday announced a strategic alliance with EMAG Germany, to acquire the widely proven and accepted Assembled Camshaft technology which uses the â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Force Free Heat Shrinkâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; - a process which EMAG has patented. The improved cost competitive process developed through this alliance between PCL and EMAG Germany will be the first for any Indian component manufacturer. PCL will have exclusive rights to this new technology worldwide. This PCL- EMAG alliance will further strengthen the market leadership of both entities in the coming years and will further help in developing next generation camshafts.

Govt Mulls Exempting NIMZs From Some Labour Laws

The government is considering to exempt the proposed mega manufacturing zones from certain restrictive labour laws with a view to boost industrial output which has stagnated for the past two years. The proposal to exempt National Investment and Manufacturing Zones (NIMZ) was raised by the officials of commerce and industry ministry with their counterparts in the labour ministry, sources told PTI.

Toshiba launches World's first UHD 4K laptop

Toshiba India, a global leader in innovation and cutting edge technology, yesterday launched the all new range of laptops, packed with the best technology, great features and exemplary looks, making it the â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Greatest of allâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; laptop range. The new range includes the WORLDâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s FIRST Ultra HD 4K laptop with touch screen for an immersive experience. The new Satellite S Series laptops that feature a profile which â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Redefines Slim Designâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; and a new range of â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Thin and Lightâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; ultra portable laptops.

Cairn To Invest USD 200 Mn In Rajasthan Gas Field

Cairn India Ltd has said it will invest USD 200 million over the next three years in developing natural gas finds in the largely oil-bearing Rajasthan block. The USD 200 million investment during FY2015-17 will be towards developing existing Raageshwari Deep Gas field and associated field facilities and pipeline, Cairn said in its 2013-14 annual report. "Leveraging the gas potential of the Rajasthan block is a priority for Cairn India," Chairman Navin Agarwal said in the report.

Cooper Corp To Export 10 KVA â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 200 KVA Gensets To Panama

Cooper Corporation, a leading engine and genset manufacturer has announced their exports of custom built gensets to Panama. Cooper, known for its technical innovation, cost efficiency and silent revolution of eco friendly diesel/LPG generators will be exporting 20 units to Panama. Cooper gensets provide frequency switches and engine control switches with customized frequencies.

LIC Housing Finance Celebrates Its Silver Jubilee Year

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Legendary Mehboob Khan, who made classics like 'Mother India', 'Anmol Ghari' and 'Andaaz', passed away 50 years ago. Rajesh V. Gaur and Suneel V. Gaur chronicle the life and times of the great film maker

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EHBOOB KHAN passed away in May 1964, so this happens to be the 50th death anniversary year of the distinguished film director. He was a man of humble beginnings but despite this handicap, Mehboob became one of India's greatest filmmakers. Mehboob has always been referred to as a legend. But how many movie buffs really know the vast repertoire of work that Mehboob Khan possessed?

Mehboob's craft was learned in the Film Theatre, the common motif in his films usually being the oppressed poor pitted against the oppressive rich be it the poor tribal against the money-grabbing capitalists in

Roti (1942), the commoner against the prince in Aan (1952) or the poor peasant woman against the slimy zamindar in Aurat (1940) and Mother India (1957). From 1940 to 1942, Mehboob made three of his most important films - Aurat (1940), Bahen (1941) and Roti (1942).

Aurat highlights a peasant's love for his land. The story of a resolute young woman who starts life full of hope and dreams but ends up old and careworn. Bahen was about a brother's obsessive love for his little sister but Roti was unlike anything Mehboob had done earlier – a blistering attack on capitalism and the lust for money. Mehboob then set up

his own production house – Mehboob Productions and came out with a regular output of films like Najma (1943), Taqdeer (1943) and Humayun (1945), but they did not do well.

Anmol Ghadi (1946) which starred Suraiyya and Surendranath became a money spinner. The film also had a great musical track by Naushad. Mehboob's next masterpiece was the super hit Andaz (1949). The volatile triangle to beat all triangles, Andaz remains startlingly modern even by today's standards. Mehboob followed it with Aan (1952) – his first film in colour. Amar (1954), regarded by Mehboob as his

Riteish dares to deviate

By Chaitanya Padukone

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ey, ‘Humshakals’ with its nine ‘anokhe avataars’ is a freak-out fusion of crazy confusion and definitely not a comedy of errors.

You also get to watch a proper rollercoaster effect story with constant waves of laugh-outloud (LOL) situations,” insists actor Riteish Deshmukh, whose slapstick comedy multi-starrer co-produced by Vashu Bhagnani and directed

by Sajid Khan releases today amidst fanfare.

Not surprisingly, Riteish is on planet euphoria, because his Marathi movie production‘Yellow’ won critical acclaim at the recent National Awards, while on the personal front, he is all

set to be a‘papa’, as actress-wife Genelia is ‘expecting’. Incidentally, the enterprising Deshmukh has also ventured into Marathi cinema as a lead actor with his maverick movie ‘Lai Bhaari’. Enthuses Riteish, “We had such a blast while shooting for 'Humshakals' on various foreign locations that its all evident on the screen.

There was this healthy ‘oneup(wo)manship’ amongst Saif Ali Khan, Ram Kapoor and me when we were all skimpily clad in beachwear swimsuits. In fact, I had to bashfully borrow my wife’s skirt for one of the scenes. There was a lot of ‘waxing’ done to sport the ‘feminine’ look, and I realised that it's all so taxing. We have funny romantic escapades with our oomph-oozing co-stars like Esha, Tamannah and of course the glam-goddess Bipasha Basu.

It’s overall a hilarious tsunami, one can say,” assures the actor who had been appreciated in his recent sex-comedy ‘Grand Masti’ which clicked at the box-office.

“Actually ‘Humshakals’ was challenging because we also played mentally retarded characters and behaved so childishly,” shrugs Deshmukh. Meanwhile, his upcoming Hindi movie ‘Ek Villain’ directed by Mohit Suri, releases next week. Reveals Riteish, “Out here, it’s a daring departure from my funny image, as I play a serious character of a frustrated common man. It’s a gripping musical love story with unexpected twists,” claims the actor who in real-life is a qualified architect. Little wonder then, that he is able to diligently execute the ‘blue-print’ plans for the high-rise structure of his acting career.

favourite film, flopped at the box office.

In 1957, Mehboob remade his earlier hit Aurat as Mother India. This epic saga depicted the sufferings of an Indian peasant woman. So tremendous was its success that the film is in fact a reference point in the long-suffering mother genre. After this high, Mehboob’s next Son of India (1962) was a big disappointment and, in fact, his weakest film. This was his last directorial venture as he passed away in 1964.

Mehboob was a filmmaker who mixed commerce with message and comes across as a man deeply rooted in the art of film-making.

Mehboob Khan and writer Vrajendra Gaur

Tamannah’s VJ act Tamannah Bhatia is a big star down south and then she made her debut in Hindi films in ‘Himmatwalla’ which didn’t do well. Now her second sojourn in Hindi films is the Sajid Khan directed ‘Humshakals’. ADC’s Sandeep Hattangadi spoke to the beautiful Tamannah about her second outing. Some excerpts Were you affected by the failure of ‘Himmatwalla’?

Success counts a great deal in Hindi films and a flop is a setback to your career but my work was appreciated and when Sajid called me for ‘Humshakals’, I was pleasantly surprised.

What is your character in ‘Humshakals’?

I play a London bred modern girl called Nia who is a VJ and my styling is completely different from ‘Himmatwalla’.

How was it like working with the leading men?

I met Ram Kapoor, the first time round and he is a big prankster.

Riteish and I are friends

because his wife Genelia is my contemporary down south and he has a great sense of humor and Saif is a big gentleman, always wishing everyone on the sets and made me comfortable while shooting and so my scenes have really come out well with him.

How was Sajid Khan as a director?

He has a fantastic sense of comic timing and being an actor himself, he performs the scenes for the actors and that makes it easy for the actors. And he is an encyclopedia about film trivia.

Which was your most difficult scene in the film?

I had to slap Saif in a scene and that scene was the most difficult for me.

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ost the success of 'Aashiqui 2', actress Shraddha Kapoor, who is three films old in Bollywood, wants to "conquer" a lot more and is willing to work hard.

Shraddha, daughter of popular actor Shakti Kapoor, made her acting debut with 'Teen Patti' alongside megastar Amitabh Bachchan, R. Madhavan and others. Her next release was 'Luv Ka The End' with Y-Films, which is a subsidiary of Yash Raj Films.

However, both the films

failed to garner much attention.

It was her third release, 'Aashiqui 2', which turned out to be a huge success.

“After the success of 'Aashiqui 2', I feel that I need to conquer a lot more. I am constantly working towards it and I will work harder. Nobody expected 'Aashiqui 2' could do so well as it had two new faces.

“It changed so many lives that Friday; of mine, Mohit Suri's (director) and also that of Aditya Roy Kapur's (actor),

besides singers and composers,” Shraddha said in an interview here.

Shraddha feels that the success 'Ashiqui 2' has received is like a “crazy phenomenon”.

For Shraddha, the kind of appreciation that came from all quarters post the release of 'Aashiqui 2' was overwhelming.

“For me, to be remembered as 'Arohi' (the name of her character) was the biggest compliment,” the actress said.

How good is your sense of humor?

My sense of humor comes to the fore when I am upset or depressed and makes my blues go away.

What kind of films would you like to do?

My character in the film should appeal to me, and the film's story should relate to the viewers. I should have good scope to perform.

Which is your forthcoming film?

Farhad-Sajid’s ‘It’s Entertainment’ which is a slapstick comedy starring Akshay Kumar.

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he lack of support for Preity Zinta, when she filed a complaint against Ness Wadia for abusing and harassing her in public, is symptomatic of the film industry’s indifference towards anyone who is not powerful, or useful to them.

RINGSIDE VIEW Deepa Gahlot When it comes to partying, everyone lands up to celebrate success, maybe, in private they also commiserate with the failures of their friends, but with a few exceptions, the attitude of the film industry is chadhte suraj ko salaam— salute the rising sun.

Preity Zinta is no longer an A-lister, she is not arm candy of some rich or powerful male, ergo, why stick the neck

out for her? It’s not as if she is going to be the leading lady in their films so why should her gratitude be sought? The quotes extracted by the media from her colleagues sound either reluctant or non-committal.

If it’s a man at the receiving end, industry men band together, no actress who has raised her voice against anything has managed to get

enough support to get heard.

Everybody is conveniently out of town or out of reach.

The fact also is that the industry is always vulnerable to threats from anybody who wants some media mileage.

The money riding on films is so high, that nobody wants to take any risk, and if they take a stand, it’s usually on safe subjects, where they have

When Saif found Soha hot!

nothing to lose. Hiding under their shells has thus become a habit. The only ones who short their mouths out are the ones looking for easy publicity – but even they speak on random topics that won’t boomerang on their careers.

Whenever a woman, or even a man has taken on industry (or outside) high-ups, they have had to fight a lone battle. They have had to stake their careers, and many times, they have just not recovered from the backlash.

The Preity-Ness matter was personal, and there is a somewhat valid reason for many to say they don’t wish to comment. But when the industry is under attack for social or political issues, there is rarely a show of solidarity.

In contrast, when a writer or artist is attacked by some loony faction quick to take offence, the community stands up in protest, even if it is a token gesture like an online signature campaign, a march or a letter to the ministry concerned. The film industry people have turned looking the other way into a fine art.

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harmila Tagore was one of the few actresses who dared to wear a bikini in the 1960’s. Now it seems Soha Ali Khan wanted to follow mommy dearest’s footsteps.

Soha recently shot for a magazine cover in a bikini. For most actresses it becomes a matter of taboo, as they fear the reactions from their families. However for Soha family approval was never an issue.

Says Soha, ''It is not the first time I have worn a taboo in front of a camera. I had done it eight years back as well. It was a big issue in my mother’s era, not anymore.

Saif picked up the magazine and exclaimed that it looked hot without realizing it was me on the cover. Nevertheless he was very supportive of me wearing a bikini.''

It is to be known had it been wifey Kareena Kapoor Khan wearing a bikini, would Saif be equally supportive?

Vidya’s unconventional romance in ‘Bobby Jasoos’

Akshay to join Aamir with three 100-cr hits

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obby Jasoos' is an unusual story of a special girl in the relentless pursuit of fulfilling her dream to become a detective. The story is unique, because she will be India's first female detective on the big screen; the pairing for this film is also something that has never been seen before. The film, which releases on July 4, will see Vidya Balan opposite Ali Fazal

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riday is all set to be a big day for Akshay Kumar, what with 'Holiday' all set to hit the 100 crore mark. The film has already collected 97 crore as of Wednesday.

With A.R. Murugadoss managing yet another 100 crore success against his name on Friday (after 'Ghajini', which started it all), the film would be special for all involved once it enters the century club.

"For Akshay in particular, this is great news as the film would mark his third century after 'Housefull 2' and 'Rowdy Rathore'," comments an observer, "In fact it would be interesting to see the kind of distance it covers beyond 'Housefull 2' which had netted 115 crore. As for 'Rowdy Rathore's' record of 133 crore, it would have to wait for a while."

Meanwhile, as far as his positioning amongst the top superstars is concerned who have a century to their name, Akshay would be now be joining Aamir Khan who again has three 100 crore hits ('Dhoom 3', '3 Idiots', 'Ghajini'). While Salman Khan (6), Shahrukh Khan (4) and Ajay Devgn (4) have more 100 crore hits than him, Hrithik Roshan is now behind with two ('Krrish 3', 'Agneepath').

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sharing screen space for the first time. The couple has already caught the fancy of audiences and industry folks alike. The duo met each other for the first time during the workshop and hit it off instantly. Their sizzling chemistry in the trailer as well as the recently released songs are proof of the great bond they share. The soulful song Tu, is not only a classic love song, but it captures their romance perfectly.

Vidya is a stunner in her own right and with his good looks and Lucknowi adab, Ali Fazal complements her very well.

Bipasha turns fitness coach?

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ipasha may be busy keeping away from the promotions of 'Humshakals' but she hasn't compromised on her fitness and health. On the contrary, Bips is inspiring others to get fit and healthy.

She has already released her fitness DVDs to inspire women everywhere. Now she is turning personal trainer to her close family and friends.

We hear Bipasha's hair stylist was so impressed by her client's

dedication to fitness, that she We hear she even coaxes her also started working out and sister Bijoyeta to hit the gym losing weight. Bipasha calls regularly. She believes that fither mom Mamata Basu every ness is an inmorning to revestment and mind her to helps one go for a jog. increase eff i c i e n c y.

Also, if it involves getting a killer figure like Bipasha, we really don't mind!

Dimple Kapadia in ‘Golu Aur Pappu’

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fter 'What The Fish', Dimple Kapadia will now be playing the role of a mother to Kunal Roy Kapur and Vir Das in the upcoming film 'Golu Aur Pappu' where Kunal plays Pappu and Vir plays Golu.

According to filmmaker Kabir Sadanand, Dimple will be reprising the character of a single mother from Kashmir who likes to educate people about the right values and especially want her children to learn them. She is a self made teacher who gives these lessons learnt from her personal experiences. The film will be a comedy while it will deal with issues in Kashmir and the thought processes of people living in those areas.

'Golu Aur Pappu' will also see Deepak Tijori in a negative role and Kabir is aiming for a release date in the next three months.

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CRYPTIC CROSSWORD 778

ENIGMA CODE 778

ACROSS: 1 8 9

11 12 13 15 17 18 20 22 23

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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.

Jewish leader rents antenna (6,4) At home, shut up twice, entirely (2,4) A leg Greg injured because of this ostrich-to-be, for instance (5,3) Up, and that's no lie (3,2,3) Breed of horse? (4) Fish for a crimson ruler (3,7) Don't remember you'd already washed ? (5,6) A composer from alien parts (10) Force feed, so to speak (4) It's nothing to lose but perhaps, it's out of date (8) Fare-dodger's stash (8) Origin of Queen hardly dressed as one? (6) Go out to see girl by river in Scotland (5,5)

The Clue: Do someone a favour

SOLUTION TO YESTERDAY’S ENIGMA CODE HERESY, STRESS, SEETHE, TESTER, THRESH, SETTER, SHERRY

DOWN:

In song, sailor lands far away (6) Major W is on the back foot but he has considerable influence (3,5) 4 Misappropriation around areas in China, Japan, Korea, etc (3,3,4) 5 Carefully analyse Kipling's work, in a way (4) 6 Doctor in heated row with nut who got overheated in the haystack (8) 7 Spanner used by motorists (4,6) 10 Helpful intervention provides nice places to work (4,7) 12 Carol price causing mutual confusion (10) 14 German money a Pole takes to

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New York general in Rome (4,6) 15 Porter's rule for making salad (8) 16 Complex deal - door to untold wealth (8)

19 Swimming brown half up, the insect is (6) 21 Death, presumably, fears the strange ones. (4)

SOLUTION TO YESTERDAY’S CRYPTIC CROSSWORD ACROSS: 1 Matures, 4 Graphic, 8 Throwing, 10 Yes-man, 11 Superman, 12 Delete, 15 Any moment, 17 Chamomile, 19 Snakes, 20 Homebrew, 22 Ripper, 23 Come into, 24 Theurgy, 25 Yule-log.

DOWN: 1 Myths, 2 Thrips, 3 Santa Maria, 5 An eye for an eye, 6 Hampered, 7 Congested, 9 Word in one's ear, 13 Gynecology, 14 Jack Sprat, 16 May apple, 18 Brunel, 21 Wrong.

QUICK CROSS 778

ACROSS: 1. Chinese philosophy 4. Mandela's org.

5. Heavy tapestry 7. Bring suit 8. Bar, SAT, ACT 10. ___ alive, overwhelmed 11. Beatles hit, "___ Back"

The goal of Math Pyramid is to fill the given pyramid with numbers such that the following three rules are satisfied.

1. A cell value must be sum or difference of the two cells below 2. A row cannot have duplicate numbers 3. A number cannot be less than 1 or more than the grid size

YESTERDAY’S SOLUTION

YESTERDAY’S SOLUTION

DOWN: 1. Biblical weeds 2. Santa ___, CA 3. Old Church Slavonic, abbr.

5. Balance sheet item 6. Beaten path 8. __ along : follow 9. Hot time, in Paris

HIDATO 778

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

YESTERDAY’S SOLUTION

MATHDOKU 778

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

YESTERDAY’S SOLUTION

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Pisces 8th Jyesht Krishnapaksha Uttarabhadrapad Meen (Pisces) D.Ch.Z. Purple 3

BIRTHDAY FORECAST: Work proposals increase and you will be busy with expansion plans. Creative interests and artistic aspirations are fulfilled and you will get wide recognition. Those completing their education will get favorable offers of work from reputed institutions. Happiness in love is assured. Health will be generally good throughout the year.

BABIES BORN TODAY: Will be plump, good-looking and magnetically beautiful eyes. Will be cordial, respectful and adaptable. After basic education, an interest in a wide range of subjects and a knack of putting across ideas in a convincing manner leads to many opportunities. A career in marketing or academics will lead to gains.

Will also be interested in fine arts.

ARIES (March 21 - April 20): A lack of confidence may make you doubt your own judgment. Do not give in to such negative thoughts. Carry on with your work, success is assured. If you are given a difficult assignment, consider it as a challenge and do it with all sincerity and you will win accolades. Insecurity in a romantic association could be upsetting. It would be better to discuss what is on your mind rather than let your imagination run away with you.

TAURUS (April 21 - May 20): Your stand to gain financially but your lack of patience and stubborn nature could land you in a spot especially if you are trying to negotiate a sensitive issue related to work. If you reach a deadlock then it would be better to withdraw and try again when things are more favorable.

GEMINI (May 21 - June 20): A minor clash of opinions at work might make you feel insecure about relationships in general. You will be spending the evening with the family. Try not to be overly sensitive with loved ones but look on the positive side of all that you have. Perhaps you are taking a lot for granted.

CANCER (June 21 - July 21): Sales transactions will go through smoothly and you are likely to gain. You can look forward to a happy day when all your desired tasks are accomplished smoothly and successfully. Try to control a tendency to be short tempered and judgmental about people your share your life with.

LEO (July 22 - August 21): You feel confident about a new project and make rapid progress in concluding the same. Love and family affairs tend to get neglected. There seems to be a communication problem somewhere Avoid misunderstandings with your partner over a small matter.

VIRGO (August 22 - September 21): Keen thinking and able planning is required. Instinctively you will know what to do. You can achieve the results you want. Long distance travel will be beneficial. Socially too, you are very much in demand. This is a good time to catch up with people whom you have not met for some time.

LIBRA (September 22 - October 22): You can look forward to an opportunity to make sudden profit.

A lucrative deal comes your way just by being at the right place at the right time. Your regular help may not turn up today throwing you completely out of gear. Try to make the best of the present circumstances.

SCORPIO (October 23 - November 21): Patient and prudent efforts prove fruitful, particularly regarding money matters. Be more prompt with work as you tend to take it easy. There are opportunities galore, provided you are game to taking risks. However avoid making large financial commitments for these will lead to setback. Be prepared for a little harmless flirting at an outing. Try not to get too emotional about a little fun for that is what it is meant to be.

SAGITTARIUS (November 22 December 20): You may just have to make sudden plans for travel out of town briefly. There may also be additional responsibilities coming your way, which you may not be in a position to shoulder right now. Be vocal about your difficulties and your sincerity will be appreciated.

AQUARIUS (January 20 - February 18): You will be expected to manage your own work and also be prepared for any contingencies that could crop up. Also be prepared for a lot of people are likely to drop in on you today. Do not try to impose your views and ideas on people. There could be misunderstandings. You are better off keeping a low profile.

CAPRICORN (December 21 - January 19): All is not lost, you are may be feeling low today accept your limitations but think about what is in your favor and pursue your goals. You will have all the help that you need. Try to be patient with people who care for you and be just concerned about the way you are today. Relationships could suffer if you let minor irritants upset you.

PISCES (February 19 - March 20): You need to work hard to maintain your position at work.

You will be gainfully employed on a certain venture that assures you a steady flow of income for long. Independent entrepreneurs will diversify into new areas of work in partnership with a close associate. A romantic relationship will get the blessings of family. An early engagement or marriage will be will be decided upon soon.

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ACROSS: 1 Church benches (4) 4 Mischievous, elfish (6) 8 Note of the musical scale (3) 10 Sac formed in the body, containing morbid matter? (4) 13 Clergyman, father or priest (8) 14 False argument (7) 15 A small cupshaped bread (6) 17 Redness of the eyes (9) 21 Alkaline solution resulting from leaching, percolation, or the like (3) 22 Gallon, in short (3) 23 It may finish second (3) 26 Daggers; high heels (9) 27 Having tiny holes on the surface, like a sponge, perhaps (6) 28 Slender dagger (7) 32 A Tito compatriot (8) 34 As snug as a bug in a rug? (4) 35 ____ up : stimulate or excite, in a way? (3) 36 Indicate, give to understand (6) 37 Produces a literary work, in a way? (4) DOWN: 1 Shoes patterned after moccasins "caps" anagram? (4) 2 A stinging insect with a striped body (4) 3 Round Table knight - "robs" anagram?

(4) 5 City in Uttar Pradesh (6) 6 Duct extension? (3) 7 Concealing oneself (6) 9 The edge of a garment, especially a handkerchief (3) 11 "__ pay for this!" (5) 12 Paroxysm (5) 15 Gangster's girl (4) 16 Hold the ___ : act as a temporary substitute, in a way? (4) 18 Open court hearing (4) 19 Seargents, in short? (4) 20 "Bali __" (3)

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SUDOKU 2186 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:

CRYPTOQUIP

Today’s clue: F equals G

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

23 A space under the roof of a house (5) 24 ____ truly : one way to end an official letter? (5) 25 Desexed (6) 26 The period between end of the day and beginning of darkness, in a way? (6)

28 In short, our neighbouring country (3) 29 An enclosed chamber used for baking, drying, or heating (4) 30 Top-notch (1,3) 31 Chemicals used to colour fabrics (4) 33 Firearm, rifle, pistol, etc. (3)

SOLUTION TO YESTERDAY’S QUICK CROSSWORD ACROSS: 1 Docked, 7 Aesthete, 8 Stir, 10 Cohort, 11 Decree, 14 Ink, 16 Proxy, 17 Nave, 19 Alley, 21 Owned, 22 Gulag, 23 Tell, 26 Filet, 28 Lug, 29 Rootle, 30 Ranges, 31 Ibis, 32 Meteoric, 33 Engels.

DOWN: 1 Deccan, 2 Ketone, 3 Dart, 4 Steeped, 5 Retro, 6 Dewey, 8 Shiv, 9 Irk, 12 Cry, 13 Expel, 15 Ulnar, 18 Amnio, 19 Awl, 20 Leg, 21 Outlook, 22 Get, 23 Tuning, 24 Eggs, 25 Lushes, 26 Frame, 27 Lofty, 28 Lab, 30 Rice.

IRREGULAR SUDOKU 2005 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

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YESTERDAY’S SOLUTION: The baseball pitcher's personality needed some polish.

He was a diamond in the rough

Afternoon WORD MINE

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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: bisque, quest, quiet, quire, quirt, quit, quite, quote, SOBRIQUET, squire, squirt, torque.

HEATHCLIFF

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3rd ODI abandoned after another Indian batting collapse M

IRPUR: The third and final ODI between India and Bangladesh today was abandoned after frequent rains marred play on a day the visitors put up another shoddy batting display.

Having won the series 2-0, a third stoppage due to heavy downpour during the Indian innings ensured there was no chance of a clean sweep for the Men in Blue. Weather had played spoilsport in all the matches but today it became the decisive factor as even an efficient drainage system couldn’t ensure the start of the proceedings after India were reeling at 119 for nine in 34.2 overs with the match being reduced to 40 overs a side after a second stoppage. While the play had started after the earlier rain delays, a third spell of shower was enough for the umpires to call off the match.

ANAND CLAIMS BRONZE D SPORTS

UBAI: Indian chess ace Viswanathan Anand came up with a thumping victory over reigning world champion Magnus Carlsen but had to settle for the bronze medal in the World Rapid Chess Championship that concluded here. The game with Carlsen, who won Gold despite the defeat, was the talking point for thousands of chess buffs on the social media as Anand is set for a re-match with Carlsen in November to determine the next world champion.

Anand, a five-time world champion, had lost the crown to Carlsen last year. Anand, tied at joint third spot on seven points before the start of the final day was trailing Carlsen by a full point and did well to beat the Norwegian in the twelfth round of the championship to declare his real intentions.

However, as it happened, Carlsen’s ver medal. final spurt was still good enough to For the records, Carlsen ended win the title on 11 points in all while with 11 points out of a possible 15 for a last minute surprise by Fabiano a clear first place while Caruana, Caruana of Italy earned him the sil- Anand and Alexander Morozevich of

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ian of Armenia and Alexander Morozevich of Russia on tiebreak.

Anand, in fact, had last three drawn games after beating his archrival Carlsen. Even though he suffered a lone defeat at the hands of Anand, Carlsen was the pick of the players simply because of his abilities to win more games. The Norwegian scored eight victories and six draws besides his lone defeat to win the gold medal handsomely.

Italian Fabiano Caruana finished second ahead of Anand thanks to his fine start and a brilliant mid-event.

The Italian is perceived as the next big star in chess and he did not disappoint his fans in the world rapid.

Among other Indians in the fray P Harikrishna apparently lost steam on the last day as he could muster just two points out of five games. This was only good enough to finish on Russian ended joint second on 10.5 7.5 points, a tally matched by compoints apiece. patriot Surya Shekhar Ganguly.

As the tie was resolved, Caruana Sandipan Chanda, Debashish Das, M was a bit superior to Anand while the Syam Sundar and Sriram Jha also had Indian star was ahead of Levon Aron- mediocre results.

Maharashtra secure 4 Gold and 2 Silver Dipika-Joshna win women’s doubles title in Malaysia medals in National Karate Championship K UALA LUMPUR: India bagged its second title at the Tri-Nation squash doubles tournament here when Dipika Pallikal and Joshna Chinappa emerged winners in the women’s doubles final.

Pallikal and Joshna rallied to beat New Zealand’s Joelle King and Amanda Landers Murphy 8-11, 115, 11-1 at the National Squash Centre.

It was Pallikal’s second title in as many days after she won the mixed doubles with Saurav Ghosal.

The Indians put up a commendable show considering they are busy playing singles for major part of the season.

Pallikal said it was good practice for the Glasgow Games beginning July 23.

Choreographer Remo Fernandes presents medal and certificate to gold medal winner Yash Patil as Chief Instructor Sensei Mukesh Bharti looks on.

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UMBAI In a fine display of their karate skills, the Maharashtra team comprising Yash Patil, Vivek Bharti, Rahul Joshi and Puru Rawa secured gold medals at the 7th All India National Karate Championship which was held from 4th To 6th June 2014 at Indoor Sports Stadium, Miramar, Panaji, Goa. In a splendid show of strength, the Maharashtra team coached by Chief Instructor Sensei Mukesh Bharti

(Maharashtra Chief And Gen. Secretory - AIWKA) competed against other teams who hailed from various parts of India and got two silver medals besides the four golds in variou weight categories. The championship was organised by Shihan Rajesh Agarwal (All India Chief Coach -AIWKA). Well-known choreographer Remo Fernandes felicitated the team presenting the victorious squad which medals and certificates.

Purav Raja qualifies for Wimbledon Championship

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ONDON: Purav Raja and Marcelo Demoliner booked a berth in the men’s doubles event of the Wimbledon Championship after shocking top seeded Germans Gero Kretchmer and Alex Satschko in the final qualifying round, here The fifth seed Indo-Brazilian partner came back from behind for a 4-6 6-1 6-4 victory in the second and final round of the Qualifiers.

Now at least five Indians, with different partners, are set to compete

in the doubles event of the grass court Grand Slam. Leander Paes, Mahesh Bhupathi, Rohan Bopanna and Divij Sharan are the other Indians who have got direct entry.

Last year, Purav had played at the Wimbledon with Sharan. This year, left-handed Sharan has got a direct entry with Taipei’s Yen Hsun-Lu. Purav and Demoliner opened up a 3-1 lead in the opening set but could not cash on the advantageous position.

BCCI re-confirm Srinivasan’s candidature for ICC chief’s post

By Kushan Sarkar

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EW DELHI: With the Supreme Court refusing to restrain N Srinivasan from taking over as ICC Chairman, the BCCI has sent a final confirmation to the world body intimating that its President-in-exile will be the candidate to head the allpowerful Board.

The Tamil Nadu strongman will officially take charge as the firstever chairman of the all-powerful

ICC Board on June 29 in Melbourne after the completion of its six-day annual conference starting June 23.

"The BCCI needed to send a reconfirmation of who will be their candidate for the post of chairman of the ICC Board. The name of Mr Srinivasan was decided in February itself but as per ICC norm, we needed to send a re-confirmation a week before the start of the Annual Conference. Accordingly, we have sent Srinivasan's name for the

chairman's post," a senior BCCI office-bearer told PTI on conditions of anonymity.

As per the agenda, on June 26, which is the fourth day of the Annual Conference in Melbourne, the Full Council is expected to approve amendments to the ICC constitution which were agreed by the ICC Board in its February 8 meeting in Singapore, which will confirm Srinivasan's appointment to head the primary decision-making body.

Mumbai boy Siddhanth wins bronze in World Schools Rapid Chess

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UMBAI: Mumbai boy Siddhanth Lohia won the bronze medal at the Ultimate World Schools Rapid Chess Championships that concluded in Kavala, Greece.

Lohia from Dhirubai Ambani School, took third place in the under-9 group event conducted over two days over nine rounds, said Nagesh Guttula who is the joint secretary of the Mumbai District City Chess Association.

During the course of his progress to the bronze medal, Lohia upset reigning Asian champion Sindarov Javokhir of Azerbaijan and also shocked world no.

2 Sulemani of Uzbekistan to take his first day score to 4.5 out of 5.

On day two, he increased his tally to seven out of nine and had to settle for the bronze after he tied with the silver medallist, said Guttula.

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Spain ‘not good enough’ after early World Cup exit

Chile send Spain packing, the Spaniards register the earliest exit from a World Cup by a defending champion in history

Win & lose as men: Alonso

Xabi Alonso admitted that it is the end of an era for Spain after the reigning champions bowed out of the FIFA World Cup in ignominy.

Chile's 2-0 victory at the Maracanã, following on from the Netherlands' 5-1 rampage last week, saw Spain set an unwelcome record as the only champions to bow out after just two matches of the group stage.

Alonso, Real Madrid's former Liverpool midfielder, said: "Things are going to change.

Eras end with defeats...and this was a painful defeat. It's a completely unexpected failure but that is sport. These things happen. It was unexpected but we have to take the great sadnesses in the same way as we take the great joys, as men."

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IO DE JANEIRO: Spain today made a shock early exit from the World Cup after a disappointing 0-2 loss against Chile to become only the fourth defending champions to crash out of the tournament at the first stage here.

Spain needed either a win or at least a draw to remain afloat in the tournament but failed to do so. They now join Brazil (1966), France (2002) and Italy (2010) in the dubious club of defending champions bowing out of the World Cup in the first round.

They now join Australia, who lost to the Netherlands 2-3 in an earlier Group B match of the day, as the first teams to bow out of the tournament. The Iberian country also earned the dubious distinction of making the earliest

Spain's goalkeeper Iker Casillas hangs his head in shame after being beaten

by Chile's Eduardo Vargas.

exit from a World Cup by a defending champion in history. No defending champions have ever been eliminated after only two games of the first phase.

Eduardo Vargas put Chile in the lead in the 20th minute before Charles Aranguiz made it 2-0 in the 43rd minute to send Spain packing in front of the packed crowd at the iconic Maracana Stadium. Chile thus avenged their 1-2 loss to the same opponents in their group match in the 2010 World Cup. In the last World Cup, Spain did lose their opening match but eventually bounced back to go on winning the title. But this time, it was not destined to be like that and their 1-5 humiliation by the Netherlands, their

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worst defeat since the 1-6 loss to Brazil in 1950 World Cup, was followed by defeat at the hands of Chile.It turned out to be the worst night for Spain as they did not have any answer to the aggressive and attacking football of Chile in the initial 45 minutes and then played a chasing game in the second half to be outclassed by their opponents in the end.

The talk of the end of an era was imminent as Spain, the ex-

ponents of the famous 'tika, taka' style of football and two time European Championship winners (2008 and 2012) besides the 2010 World Cup crown, exited from Brazil 2014 without any impact and scoring just one goal in two games. By virtue of the win, Chile made it to the round of 16 along with the Netherlands. Spain's final group match against Australia on June 23 at Curitiba has now been rendered inconsequential.

The winner of the group will now be decided after the match between Chile and the Netherlands on June 23 in Sao Paulo.

Spain coach Vicente del Bosque dropped regulars Xavi Hernandez and Gerard Pique in favour of Pedro Rodriguez and Javi Martinez.

Is Spain’s elimination the end for tiki-taka?

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IO DE JANEIRO: Spain's elimination from the World Cup

by Chile not only spelt the end for one of the greatest national teams, but also threatened the demise of an entire footballing philosophy.

Spain's intricate passing style, dubbed 'tiki-taka', swept all before it for the best part of six years, but the sight of Andres Iniesta and Xabi Alonso being harried out of their stride by Jorge Sampaoli's hard-working Chile at the Maracana on Wednesday felt like the end of an era.

Argentina legend Diego Maradona is among those who believe that tiki-taka has become

a tactical relic, but can an approach that has become so widespread be invalidated by the result of just one game?

As Spain midfielder David Silva asked British newspaper The Independent before the tournament: "Why would we change?

We've done very well with this style. There's no need to change it."

Where Spain led with tiki-taka, winning Euro 2008, so Barcelona followed, dominating the European club game between 2008 and 2011 under Pep Guardiola, who subsequently installed the same playing philosophy at Bayern Munich.

NO WORDS TO DESCRIBE THE FALL...

Spanish coach Vicente del Bosque during the match against Chile.

RIO DE JANEIRO: Spain's players had different explanations for the team's early World Cup exit.

Captain Iker Casillas said there was lack of commitment, midfielder Xabi Alonso thought there wasn't enough hunger.

According to Fernando Torres, Spain was "just not good enough."

Chile's 2-0 victory on Wednesday meant the 2010 World Cup champion is the first title holder to exit after just two games following the opening 5-1 loss to the Netherlands. Spain's squad of 23 players featured 16 who were part of its World Cup success in South Africa. Casillas, Alonso and Xavi Hernandez had been the engine behind the team's triumphs on the world stage, but were left exposed in Brazil.

"We didn't know how to maintain our hunger or that conviction needed to win a tournament. The joy and success we've experienced is over," Alonso said from the Maracana stadium. “We lost our knowhow, which has helped us win so many of these important games. It doesn't feel like our other tournaments." Spain's players agreed that they did not read their opponents well, or know when to clamp down and control the games through keeping possession as it has been known to do. "The commitment wasn't there," said Casillas, who owned up to perhaps his two worst performances in 156 appearances for Spain. "From the very first moment everything went awry."

Alonso, who along with Casillas and Xavi may have seen their international careers come to an end, said Spain was not mentally prepared for Brazil, while the team's physical state was not at its peak either. "Normally cycles come to an end after a defeat. Maybe it would be best to think about making changes," Alonso said.

Torres did not want to jump that far ahead, as the Spain striker put a positive spin on the collapse, even suggesting he would not have changed a thing.

"We went down playing our style. It's what got us here and we're going to maintain it," Torres said. "We didn't do anything different than what we did in South Africa or in the two Euros we won.

We came here with the same mentality and approached games in the same way.

"Those times we won, this time we lost."

Spain's demise was more made glaring by coach Vicente del Bosque's decision to stick with an aging group of players that had already won everything in international and club football. "We thought we were in good shape, it was tough to even choose the 11 players that would line up, but the reality was quite different," Del Bosque said.

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World Cup intruders, Miss BumBum arouse security concerns

RIO DE JANEIRO: A ‘Miss BumBum’ who claims she slept with Cristiano Ronaldo, a Chilean stadium invasion and a Lionel Messi fan who snuck into Argentina's training camp cast an unflattering spotlight on World Cup security Wednesday.

Just when Brazil was soaking up praise for a relatively snag-free tournament the three security breaches gave organisers some of their most embarrassing moments yet and prompted football's world governing body FIFA to reassess its measures.

First, the Miss BumBum incident.

Andressa Urach, a former contestant in a pageant to choose Brazil's sexiest female posterior, was frog-marched out of Portugal's training ground by security staff just minutes before Ronaldo and his team took to the pitch.

Urach and the World Player of the Year have something of a history -- or so says Urach. British newspapers last year reported claims from her that Ronaldo, 29, had cheated on his girlfriend Irina Shayk with her. At the time, the Portuguese superstar angrily denied the claims, tweeting that he was "deeply outraged by a situation intended, in vain, to affect my personal life."

Urach, a co-host on a Brazilian variety program called the Muito Show, has been determined to get Ronaldo's attention at the World Cup. Last week she reportedly welcomed him to Campinas, the southeast Brazilian city where Portugal are based, by painting his green and red shirt onto her naked skin and holding up a sign that said "Kisses C. Ronaldo."

She appeared to be planning another media stunt Wednesday. She had a microphone in her hand and was apparently wearing official accreditation.

But, surrounded by a knot of photographers, she was unceremoniously ushered from the premises. After the incident, she tweeted: "I came to give good luck to C7 (Ronaldo) and was removed from the pitch and they took away my press credentials.

Brazilian authorities arrested 85 people and ordered them to leave the country.

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KAYO Croatia knock 10-man Cameroon out of World Cup

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ANAUS (BRAZIL): Striker Mario Mandzukic scored two second-half goals as Croatia knocked 10-man Cameroon out of the World Cup with a 4-0 rout in Manaus on Wednesday.

Croatia bounced back from their opening defeat to hosts Brazil to keep alive their hopes of progressing from Group A with an emphatic display.

But Cameroon were largely the architects of their own downfall after playing the last 50 minutes with 10 men after Alexandre Song's dismissal for a stupid reckless punch to Mandzukic's back.

The Indomitable Lions seemed anything but as they imploded with full-back Benoit AssouEkotto even trying to headbutt team-mate Benjamin Moukandjo in the dying moments following an argument.

Croatia, for their part, could

have doubled their score but at least did what they needed to.

Veteran striker Ivica Olic gave them a 1-0 halftime lead before his Wolfsburg team-mate Ivan Perisic added a second ahead of Mandzukic's brace.

The result leaves Niko Kovac's Croatia third in the table, just one point behind joint leaders Brazil and Mexico. Cameroon are bottom with no points.

Croatia now face Mexico in Recife on Monday for a place in the last 16. Cameroon were hamstrung before kick-off when captain Samuel Eto'o lost his battle to make the starting line-up having failed to recover from a knee injury. Mandzukic returned for Croatia in style having missed their opening defeat to hosts Brazil through suspension, breathing life into their last 16 hopes. They needed just eleven

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31 Croatia's Ivica Olic, right, celebrates after scoring the opening goal in the Group A World Cup soccer match between Cameroon and Croatia at the Arena da Amazonia in Manaus, Brazil.

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minutes to take the lead as Cameroon failed to bounce back in tropical Manaus after their opening 1-0 defeat to Mexico.Olic met a Perisic pass at the far post and buried his shot past Cameroon goalkeeper Charles Itandje, then nearly added a second five minutes later.

Things went downhill for Cameroon as Barcelona's Song became the third player to be sent off at the World Cup, after Portugal's Pepe and Uruguay's Maxi Pereira. Referee Pedro Proenca spotted Song lashing out at Mandzukic on a Croatian counterattack and he produced a

red card on 40 minutes.

Perisic grabbed Croatia's second on 48 minutes when he unleashed a powerful shot after a strong run.

Mandzukic, who has said he wants to leave Bayern Munich with Poland striker Robert Lewandowski set to arrive from Borussia Dortmund, then grabbed his brace.

He headed home from a corner on 61 minutes before firing in his second on 73 minutes when he tucked home the rebound after Itandje saved a shot from substitute Eduardo.

Barcelona's new signing Ivan Rakitic squandered a golden chance to claim Croatia's fifth just before the final whistle while Moukandjo hit the bar with a late header, before tangling with Assou-Ekotto.

Finke's Cameroon will now be playing just for pride when they face Brazil in Brasilia on Monday.

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ATAL (BRAZIL): Italy look to reach the World Cup last 16 with victory over giant-killers Costa Rica on Friday but the fourtime champions are wary of Recife's tropical conditions.

Tough-tackling Roma midfielder Daniele De Rossi has underlined Costa Rica's likely advantage in the sweltering conditions in Recife, where he said Italy were "dying from the heat" last year during the Confederations Cup. Having made a blistering start to what is only their fourth World Cup campaign with a shock 3-1 win over Uruguay, the 'Ticos' would be forgiven for keeping the pace high from kick-off as they go in search of another upset.

"Italy have great players like (Mario) Balotelli and (Andrea) Pirlo, who controls all of their play, and we have a lot of respect for them," said FC Copenhagen midfielder Christian Bolanos.

"But we'll hope to benefit from the heavy climate. We are used to playing in those kinds of temperatures."

The Italy team celebrate after scoring a goal during the World Cup Group D match between England and Italy at Arena Amazonia on June 14.

Italy, who crashed out at the group stage in 2010, launched their bid for a record-equalling fifth title with a crucial 2-1 win over England in Manaus last week in their Group D opener.

But the four-time champions were given notice following Costa Rica's shock win over 2010 semi-finalists Uruguay that a match they would have been widely expected to dominate may be more difficult than first imagined.

"They'll be fired up after their win," said De Rossi. "If they had lost 4-0 then we might have underestimated them, but now there's no chance of that."

However De Rossi added: "But I hope, and I'm sure, we can beat Costa Rica and secure our ticket to the second round." A second win for Italy would provide a huge boost ahead of their final group clash against Uruguay, but coach Cesare Prandelli faces selection dilemmas.

AUSTRALIA WILL BE FEARED BY THE BEST, INSISTS COACH PORTO ALEGRE (BRAZIL): Australia coach Ange Postecoglou believes his side will become a force to be reckoned with at future World Cups despite being eliminated by a 3-2 defeat to the Netherlands on Wednesday.

Australia had deservedly led 21 just before the hour mark thanks to Tim Cahill's stunning volley and Mile Jedinak's penalty after Arjen Robben had given Holland the lead.

Postecoglou insisted his young squad will become a force to be reckoned with at future tournaments, including the Asian Cup on home soil next year, if they continue their current rate of progress. "I don't feel pleased right now because of emotions of the game, but we came to this World Cup and we're playing against three of the best nations in the world. People were saying we weren't going to score a goal and we would just try and survive and I think in both games we've taken it to the opposition.”

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A spectator poses with her festive attire before the Group A World Cup soccer match between Cameroon and Croatia at the Arena da Amazonia in Manaus, Brazil.

COLOMBIA PIP IVORY COAST IN ENTHRALLING BATTLE

GOAL DANCE: Colombia's James Rodriguez (10) celebrates with his teammates with a brilliant dance after scoring the opening goal during the Group C World Cup soccer match between Colombia and Ivory Coast at the Estadio Nacional in Brasilia, Brazil.

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RASILIA: It was another great game at the 2014 World Cup as three second-half goals in quick succession saw Colombia prevail over the Ivory Coast 2-1 in an enthralling battle between two well-matched sides.

The Ivory Coast looked finished after Juan Quintero had doubled Colombia's advantage minutes after James Rodriguez had put them ahead, but a wondergoal from Gervinho pulled them back into the game and set up a close ending, with Colombia hanging on to take a huge step towards qualification.

Although the match began as an open encounter, chances were few and far between in the opening stages. Play had to be stopped early due to a giant inflatable ball being hurled onto the pitch, and the first chance was spurned by Teofilo Gutierrez shortly afterwards after collecting Rodriguez's fine pass only to overrun the play.

Gutierrez had another fine chance just later as the ball fell to him in the sixyard box, but it appeared not to be the River Plate forward's day, as he got his feet into a mess and couldn't get the ball out from underneath him in time to force it over the goalline. Ivory Coast were making an even contest of it, however, but were slightly fortunate to get in at halftime with the scores at 0-0. In the second period, however, it would be a different story, both in terms of goals and the direction of play.

The West Africans came storming out of the blocks after half-time and immediately created a flurry of chances, with Yaya Toure going close and Wilfried Bony kicking fresh air with an overhead effort. Juan Cuadrado also came close for the Colombians, turning his marker but forcing

a fine save from Boubacar Barry as the stopper tipped it onto the post.

Against the run of play, however, and with a most atypical goal, Rodriguez put his side ahead. Cuadrado's delivery from the corner was a good one, and Rodriguez escaped his marker, the substitute Didier Drogba, to fire a brilliant header into the net. The Ivorians looked to get back into the game with a corner, but soon fell two goals behind, a seemingly fatal mistake after Colombia countered from the poor delivery and the substitute Quintero finished smartly after a great pass from Gutierrez.

The Ivory Coast looked beaten, but immediately afterwards, in a stunning second half, scored one of the goals of the tournament to get themselves back in it. GervCOLOMBIA 2 inho, looking a far cry RODRIGUEZ 64', from his Arsenal days, QUINTERO 71â&#x20AC;&#x2122;, picked up the ball on the left and skipped daintily IVORY COAST 1 GERVINHO 74', past first Camilo Zuniga and then Cristian Zapata before curling an excellent finish past David Ospina in the near post to set up a tense finale.

The Ivory Coast pushed hard for a later winner, but were twice thwarted by the excellent Mario Yepes, who prevented Tiote and Bony from capitalising on a late free-kick before Quintero took an audacious effort which nearly found the target from extreme range. Yet Yepes almost undid all his good work in the final minute of injury time as he let a loose ball slip for Drogba to pounce, but Ospina flew out of his goal to clear the ball before the veteran striker could seize the opportunity. Colombia held on to win, and while they're not there yet, the South Americans now have one foot in the knockout rounds.

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