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BUYING 37 CARS: `1.50 CRORE, SERVICING THEM: `14 CRORE! PWD'S FOUR YEAR SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE BILL TOUCHES `14 CRORE

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scam by the Public Works Department (PWD) has come to light with the involvement of engineers and officials of the department. It has been found that 37 vehicles used by the PWD department officers have undergone service and maintenance in the last four years for a total cost of Rs.14 crore, whereas bill for purchasing all of them would not cross over Rs.1.50 crore.

PWD department secretary Shyamalkumar

MUMBHAI Vikas Sabnis

Mukherjee, after receiving this complaint, has set up an inquiry and asked for a complete report from the Accounts and Mechanical Department. The case was unearthed by social worker Raju Khare, who got a detailed report of the 37 cars with the maintenance cost of each for the last four years from the divisional account officer.

The cars that were sent for servicing to the warehouse are Ambassadors, Indigos, Esteems, Continued on pg 8 «

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We felt that around Rs.200 crore could be collected but could muster only around Rs.20 crore, says state unit secretary

By Suyash Padate

He is on the hit-list of his rival candidate who has a criminal background!

bands of youngsters sporting the party's iconic caps hey may not seem and holding the party rattled about being symbol, the broom. But new to politics, and now...with barely a few can be seen in Mumbai days left for polling in the and other parts of the state state, Aam Aadmi Party actively campaigning Continued on pg 8 « along with enthusiastic

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SO, IS THIS IRANI PLACE ACTUALLY CLOSING OR NOT?

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CITY OPINIONS

Do you think the state government should take stern action against transport unions for holding the public to ransom with frequent strikes?

Varsha Ganesh Entrepreneur YES For no fault of ours, we are troubled.

There should be some kind of punishment for unions that keep going on strikes.

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Punit Bhavsar Working Professional YES The unions can't hold the public to ransom for their problems with some officials. They should be taught a lesson so that they don't trouble the public which is not at fault.

Rashmi Iyer Student YES These frequent strikes are too much of a trouble. There has to be some way to let the unions know that they can't keep going on strikes like this and inconveniencing the public.

Swati Raghavan Working Professional YES Only then, I think, will they reduce the frequency of strikes.

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Is it or is it not – closing down we meant! Ever since it was reported that B. Merwan and Co. at Grant Road, makers of Mumbai's most delicious mawa cakes, was closing down on the last day of the financial year, the mourning has begun. But it is April 4, and nothing yet, and it's business pretty much as usual at this 100-year-old Irani 'chai' place.

By Avinash Lohana

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ven as the news of B. Merwan and Co. at Grant Road, the “mawa cake men”, postponing their imminent closure from March 31st to the second week of April started making its rounds, lovers of its signature confection had begun to mourn the passing of yet another Irani cafe. And the queue outside the 100-year-old establishment has now increased, seemingly with everyone wanting to relish their last bites of mawa cake and sip the traditional Irani 'chai', before the place downs shutters.

The cult Irani cafes, which were introduced to Mumbai (and some other parts of the country including Hyderabad and Pune) in the early part of the 20th century, were enjoyed by writers, artists, journalists and professors, as well as the aam janata, have been closing down with a dismal, metronomic regularity, victim of the lure of high-priced real estate, coupled with the changing aspirations of the community's gen-next. So every time one more bites the dust, the cries of anguish from regulars grow louder!

Established mostly in the island city (with a few dotting the suburban landscape, mostly near stations, at one time Mumbai had 1,300 Irani cafes. There are only 300 in existence today.

Farakh Shokri, co owner of Kyani Cafe in Marine Lines, says that one of the prime reasons for this sudden closure of so many Irani cafes is mostly because the younger gen-

Vishwanath Salian | ADC

Vivek Viswanathan Student YES Of late, there have been too many threats of strikes as well as strikes. This impacts the common man more than anybody else.

eration have stopped showing interest. He said, “The younger generation are now qualified professionals and hence do not want to involve themselves in business which requires a 365 days' commitment. Moreover, many have shifted abroad so there is no next generation to continue this business.”

Dr. Mansoor Showghi Yezdi, maker of the widely applauded documentary 'Cafe Irani chai' echoes the same, saying, “Since the older generation were not very qualified, the Iranis wanted their children to get proper education.

The younger generation have become doctors, engineers, architects and have also shifted overseas, hence there is less scope for them to take over the business.”

Ironically, B. Merwan completes

100 years since it opened in 1914, ordinarily a reason for celebration.

But the kind of publicity this particular closure has generated is still amazing, almost like one! Says Yezdi, “This proves the city is still very interested in them”.

“The relationship between Indians and the Iranis is very old. When we came to India, we were welcomed with open arms and were given opportunity to flourish. The bun 'maska' and the Irani 'chai' have always been appreciated by the people of India and this shows their love and affection for us. So, I don’t think Iranis will ever lose their charm in India,” he added.

The traditional architecture that Iranian cafes host has also enjoyed prominence in Mumbai. Polish bentwood chairs, conventional marble top tables, and ceiling fans

which seems like have been there forever, all these are a common sight in every Iranian cafe. Is their air of infinite age part of the reason why perhaps youngsters may not want to be associated with them?

Shokri said, “Though there are a few who, under the guise of modernisation, suggest we change the interiors, about 70 per cent of my crowd swear by this architecture and would not be very happy if I change the way my cafe looks.”

At the moment, it is not even clear whether Merwan's is actually closing down as Shokri refuses to confirm or deny anything. Meanwhile, the lines outside the bakery continue to be long and winding, as the mawa cakes emerge from the oven, piping hot at 5 am, only to be wiped out by 7 am. If you want some, better to phone ahead and order a parcel!

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‘Kaun aayega’ fever seizes Amrika

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Someday perhaps the Central Library building, with its impressively elegant steps, will finally have completed the restoration it has been undergoing for the past several years.

The latest we hear is that (as usual) the Central government has decided it has better things to do with its money and work has pretty much stopped. Or if it is continuing, it must be when the whole city is asleep, a highly unlikely eventuality, considering that even roadwork, which should be done at night, is done in the mornings at peak traffic time.

Currently, the Central Library with its 100,000 books, also the home of the Asiatic Society and one of the only two copies extant of Dante Alighieri's The Divine Comedy, is a sad place to visit these days. However, on an early evening ten days ago, the steps were a transformed place as our picture will show. As people gawked and a crowd built up, designers, make-up men and a phalanx of cameras were set up for the pretty group of models who then lounged around on the cement structure as if they had not a concern or care in the world.

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Notice how, if three of us get together, it is enough to start the “kaun aayega” ball rolling? A nation with politics in its very DNA will hardly be surprised to know that the diaspora of Indian Americans is pretty much doing the same. Albeit at a much more sophisticated level.

According to a press release from the US India Political Action Committee (USINPAC), the political voice of 2.7 million Indian Americans, “India’s hotly contested parliamentary elections are being increasingly viewed in the United States as one of most important elections since the independence of the country. Therefore, in order to keep abreast of developments in India, an increasing, large and varied number of people all across America are dialing into a unique conference call that takes place every week, and discusses these issues.

“Though of interest and open to everyone, most callers are having more than a passing interest in India – they want to get expert opinion on the election trends in India, or to understand the economic policies of various

to the expectations of its passengers.”

Air India operates to 32 international and 62 domestic destinations, including to the farflung areas of the North-East, Ladakh, Andaman and Nicobar Islands, three daily flights to London and one daily flight to Birmingham which operates on the Dreamliner.

That's when cabin crew decide not to saunter in on duty too late, or provided they come in at all.

Bollywood louts who need samjhao-ing

BJP leaders, including stalwarts like Ram Naik and Gopal Shetty, campaigning from atop a truck.

political parties, or to evaluate the investment environment in India post elections. Participants across nine cities, which included leaders of the Indian American community, policy-makers at Capitol Hill, investment bankers and investors from the Wall Street along with technology entrepreneurs and academicians, connected through the call.

“The discussion points during the calls touch upon subjects such as possible outcomes of the elections, impact on trade and investments in sectors such as pharmaceuticals, energy, aviation, IT, status of civil liability bill, possible shift in India’s

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foreign policy.”

Analysts and other experts are in great demand for these conference calls. Two weeks ago, Dr. Jagdeep S. Chhokar, the founder member of Association for Democratic Reforms (ADR), a website we refer to often and that is working for government and electoral change in India, was among them.

Apparently everybody wants to know everything because major policy and business decisions would depend on the outcome of these elections. “The aim to provide a better understanding of India to the U.S. members so that bilateral relations which are seeing

a rocky present, have a cooperative future“, said Sanjay Puri, the chairman of USINPAC. And the calls will continue till May 16, when it will all be over, bar the shouting.

How does that work?

Air India has been awarded “Airline of the Year for 2014” in London by the Asian Business Publications Ltd. (ABPL), a media group based in the UK. It is “ in recognition of individual and corporate achievements in their respective fields. The award to Air India is “a testimony to the national carrier’s efforts and commitment to live up

Looking at the list of candidates that Abu Azim Azmi of the Samajwadi Party has put together for the forthcoming Lok Sabha elections from Mumbai, one is almost tempted to feel sorry for him.

There is his son standing in the north central constitutency, against none other than the redoubtable Priya Dutt. He may be a name, but it is more page 3 than politics.

Then in the Mumbai north constituency against Sanjay

Nirupam of the Congress and Gopal Shetty of the BJP, both serious contenders for the post, they have fielded Kamlesh Yadav, still to make his mark.

Against Eknath Gaikwad in the south central constutuency they have Kashinath Pasi, who is facing criminal cases, and of whom Azmi said he had been fielded “to win” from Mumbai South Central. But the icing on the cake is that loudmouth from Bollywood with neither talent nor much else, Kamal Khan, from Northwest constituency, against Mahesh Manjrekar, and Gurudas Kamath.

With not a single redeeming element, it would certainly seem that the Samajwadi Party is scraping the bottom of the barrel!

Imagine voting for a man whose publicity machine thinks it is a good April Fool's joke to announce he is withdrawing his candidature.

And then he actually announced it was a joke, that he had filed his nomination and proceeded to congratulate voters from the ward.

Which includes this writer who is not amused.

We would much rather vote for Rakhi Sawant.

She's on top!

Idly browsing the net for electionrelated information, we googled 'mumbai north' and clicked on 'news' and were amused to see that the first ten results pertained to – Rakhi Sawant. We have to admit (and admire) the woman's determination to stay on top and her success in doing so. Also her boldness in announcing that she is illiterate and has assets of Rs.15 crore!

Rakhi Sawant

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PUBLIC NOTICE

I, Mohammed Arham Mohammed Farooq Shaikh, have changed name to Mohammed Zeeshan Mohammed Farooq Shaikh vide Maha.

Govt. Gazette (X-73879) dated 7.2.2013- 13.2.2013.

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May the Sacred Heart of Jesus be adored, glorified, loved and preserved throughout the world now and forever Sacred Heart of Jesus thy kingdom come. St. Jude worker of miracles pray for us. St. Jude helper of the hopeless pray for us. Amen C-42348

I, Kavi Raajsingh Hemant Shinde, have changed name to Kavi Raaj Singh vide Maha.

Govt. Gazette (X-66349) dated 16.1.2014 – 22.1.2014.

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Thank you St. Jude for the favour granted. O holy St jude Apostle & Martyr great in virtue & rich in miracles near kinsman of Jesus christ faithful intercessor of all who invoke your special patronage in time of need to you I have recourse from the depth of my heart & humbly beg to whom God has given such great power to come to my assistance Help me in my present urgent petition in return I promise to make your name known & cause you to be invoked .Say Our father three Hail Mary & three glory be's St jude pray for us & all who invoke your aid AMEN. Sonal Patel C-287

I, Bala Vir Hemant Shinde, have changed name to Bala Vir Singh vide Maharashtra Govt.

Gazette (X-66350) dated 16.1.2014 – 22.1.2014.

C-294 I have changed my name from Sohil Ahmed Tanwar to Sohail Tanwar as per Affidavit.

C-295 I have changed my name from Muna Tanwar to Mona Tanwar as per Affidavit.

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PUBLIC NOTICE

My old Date of Birth First March Nineteen Fifty–two was not correct. My actual Date of Birth (As per Maharashtra Govt. Gazette No. U–69455.

Dated: 13/03/2014) is Fifth February Nineteen Fifty–two.

(Mangala Sadanand Patil.)

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CHANGE OF NAME

I have changed my old name from Nirvay Kumar Jha to new name Nirbhay Jha as per Affidavit No. KM 694869 dated 01-04-2014.

C-288 I have changed my name from Sarfraz Shaikh to Sharfraz Shaikh as per Affidavit dated 25/03/2014.

C-289 I have changed my name from Firdos Jahan to Firdos Sharfraz Shaikh as per Affidavit dated 25/03/2014.

C-290 I have changed my old name from Rina Kalibada Biswas to new name Reena Kalibada Biswas as per affidavit dated 02/04/2014.

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We Mr. Sebastian D'Cunha & Mrs. Rosy D'Cunha have changed our minor son's name from Sadler Immanuel D'Cunha to Sadler Emmanuel D'Cunha, as per the Affidavit.

C-310 I have changed my name from Iqbal Husain Aktar Husain to Iqbal Hussain Aktar Husain Sayyed as per deed poll Affidavit.

C-311 I have changed my name from Tejash Narendra Dawada to Tejas Narendra Dawda as per deed poll Affidavit.

C-312 I have changed my name from Jyotsna Narendra Dawada to Jyostna Narendra Dawda as per deed poll Affidavit.

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I have changed my name from Jitendra Shantilal Kakaria to Jitendra Kankaria as per Affidavit No: KT 410659.

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I have changed my name from Narendra Harilal Dawada to Narendra Harilal Dawda as per deed poll Affidavit.

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I have changed my name from Noor Mohmmed Dayatar, to ‘Mr. Noor Mohammed Dayatar’ as per Deedpoll Affidavit Dated: 11/03/2014.

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CHANGE OF BIRTH DATE

I have changed my name from Rosy Maria D'Cunha to Rosy D'Cunha as per Affidavit.

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I have changed my name from Tahira Tanwar to Tahera Anwar as per Affidavit.

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I have changed my name from Nanda Nand Kishor Varma to Nanda Jalandhar Jaiswal as per Gazette No (X-24647).

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PUBLIC NOTICE

NOTICE Shri Sagarmal Sureka, Karta of Sagarmal Satyanarayan HUF, a Member of the Shalini Sadan Co-operative Housing Society Ltd, having address at Shalini Sadan CHS and holding flat no. A4 in the building of the society, died on 12.08.2006 without making any nomination. The society hereby invites claims or objections from the heir or heirs or other claimants/ objector or objectors to the transfer of the said shares and interest of the deceased member in the capital/ property of the society within a period of 15 days from the publication of this notice, with copies of such documents and other proofs in support of his/ her/ their claims/objections for transfer of shares and interest of the deceased member in the capital/ property of the society. If no claims/objections are received within the period prescribed above, the society shall be free to deal with the shares and interest of the deceased member in the capital/ property of the society in such manner as is provided under the bye-laws of the society.

The claims/objections, if any, received by the society for transfer of shares and interest of the deceased member in the capital/property of the society shall be dealt with in the manner provided under the bye-laws of the society. A copy of the registered bye-laws of the society is available for inspection by the claimants/objectors in the office of the society/ with the secretary of the society between 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. from the date of publication of the notice till the date of expiry of its period.

For and on behalf of The Shalini Sadan Co-op.

Housing Society Dr. Uma Rane Hon. Secretary Place: Mumbai Date: April 3, 2014

I have changed my name from Sebastian Benedict D'Cunha to Sebastian D'Cunha, as per the Affidavit.

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I have changed my name from Shaikh Sindhamadar, to ‘Madar Konekar’ as per Maharashtra Govt. Gazette No. (U-67577) Dated: 13/02/2014.

C-301 I, Madar Konekar have changed my Son’s name from Mohd. Abdullah Sindhamadar Konekar, to ‘Mohd. Abdullah Madar Konekar’ as per Maharashtra Govt. Gazette No. (U-73029) Dated: 13/02/2014.

C-302 I have changed my name from Sanjay Kumar, to Sanjay Kumar Raut as per Maharashtra Govt.

Gazette No. (U-74960) Dated: 20/03/2014.

C-303 I have changed my name from Jamadar Mubassir Ibrahim, to ‘Jamadar Mubashshir Ibrahim’ as per Deedpoll Affidavit Dated: 02/04/2014.

C-304 I have changed my old name Hatim Haider Ali Polan to new name Hatim Haider Polan as per Gazette No. (X-98755).

C-306 I have changed my old name Fatema Haider Ali Polan To new name Fatema Haider Polan as per Maha. Govt.

Gazette No. (X-98756).

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We, Dr. Parameswaran Shanker (Father) and Mrs. Vijaya Parameswaran (Mother) have changed/rectified our minor daughter’s name from Eehita Parameswaran (First Name & Middle Name) to Eehita Parameswaran (First Name & Surname) as per the Affidavit dated 28th March, 2014.

C-315 I have changed my name from Pushpa Raghunath Pai to Neha Nitin Rele as per deed Affidavit.

C-316 I have changed my name from Tabbassum Dawood Shaikh to Tabassum Asif Wanjwarkar as per deed poll Affidavit.

C-317 I have changed my name from Shaikh Sherbanu Nawab Ali to Sayed Sherbanu Nawab Ali as per deed poll Affidavit.

C-318 I have changed my name from Shaikh Nawab Ali to Sayed Nawab Ali as per deed poll Affidavit.

C-319 I have changed my name from Rajashree Martand Agraharkar to Manasvi Martand Agraharkar as per Gazette (X-70101) dated 2 April 2014.

C-320 I have changed my name from Javid Husein Babu Shaikh Ansari to Javed Hussain Babu Ansari as per deed poll Affidavit.

C-321 I have changed my name from Noorulla Baboo Noorulla Basha Shaikh Ansari to Babu Noorulla Basha Shek as per deed poll Affidavit.

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BEST back on track; union calls off strike

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State Chief Secretary's intervention leads to the BEST employees union calling off their two-day strike

over by the State Chief Secretary.

BEST GM O.P. Gupta, Shrad Rao and Sunil Ganacharya of BEST employee Sena were present for the meeting. The union has agreed for the implementation of the new scheme from June 1, 2014.

Whose interest?

Drivers and conductors have no interest in the strike. They followed it because of the dictact from the union. BEST officials said that the union distributed pamphlets provoking and threatening employees.

Last year, the BEST had applied this new software in two of its depots. It was successful and all employees were happy with it. Then it was implemented in ten other depots. Most of the drivers and conductors were happy with their Commuters gratefully boarding school buses as there were no BEST buses schedules. The BEST management had the consent of the BEST union

By Vishnudas Sheshrao strike. for implementation of new schedAll drivers and conductors of uling software and the union had fter the intervention of the BEST went on a flash strike on the given it in writing.

State Chief Secretary, the Bri- morning of April 1 against the imhanmumbai Electricity Sup- plementation of 'Canada Duty Who is Sharad Rao? ply and Transport (BEST) Schedule' without any notice to the Sharad Rao as union leader supemployees union called off their management. The union had al- ported the flash strike from behind two-day long 'illegal' strike on leged that due to the implementa- the curtain. Despite the High Wednesday and joined work on tion of the new schedule, drivers Court's stringent warning, the MaThursday around 6.30 pm. and conductors will be forced to harashtra Essential Service MainteUnion leader Sharad Rao had work for 12 hours. nance Act (MESMA) by the Urban held the city at ransom for two days However, BEST officials explained Development Department of the protesting against the implementa- that no one is asked to work for 12 state government the union did not tion of the new Canada Duty Sched- hours a day. A few employees' work- turn up for work. He made the BEST ule, affecting students undergoing time has spread up to 12 hours GM go back on his decision during exams and the public at large. since decades to deal with peak the meeting with the Chief SecreRao who enjoys the confidence of hours. Due to the new system, the tary and postponed the implemenNationalist Congress Party (NCP) 12-hour schedule will only be fol- tation of the new schedule. Political leaders, continued the BEST em- lowed by around three per cent of experts say that he enjoys the NCP ployees' strike on Wednesday de- the BEST employess, unlike the ear- leaders' support. spite a stringent warning from the lier pattern where a lot of employOnly 9 drivers and 11 conductors High Court. The court had also ees had to face the 12-hour turned up for work on Wednesday asked the union and its leaders on schedule.

BEST suffered loss of Rs.7cr in Tuesday to submit an undertaking Finally, the union agreed for the two days Inputs from Prashant Hamine that they are not supporting the new software in a meeting presided

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Finally more hostels!

State government grants `14 crore for MU's new hostels

By Yatin Ingle

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ollowing ADC's story (November 6, 2013) about the Mumbai University (MU) ignoring the construction of two hostels at the Kalina Campus, the state government on Wednesday declared a monetary aid of Rs.14 crore to be provided to the varsity for con-

ADC IMPACT struction of the hostels.

According to the GR, the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment in 2006 had initiated the 'Bapu Jagjeevanram Chhatrawas Scheme’ (MSJE) for 100 girls and 100 boys belonging to the reserved categories. The scheme for construction of such hostels for girls is in operation since the third fiveyear plan while for the boys, the same was started from 1989-90.

The objective is to enable and encourage students belonging to scheduled castes to attain quality education.

On April 1, 2014, the MU re-

ceived a grant of Rs.3.72 crore from the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment towards construction of separate hostels for boys and girls belonging to the Scheduled Castes in the Kalina Campus.

While the total cost of construction is Rs.14 crore, the state government has released the first installment of Rs.3.72 crore to the varsity.

The two hostels will consist of ground plus four structures which will accommodate 96 girls and 100 boys in two separate hostels. The MU has declared that it has already found land for the hostels and the construction work will be begin soon.

Dr. Nareshchandra, Pro Vice Chancellor, MU said, “In 2012, the MU had written to the state government and the minsitry had been in the process of releasing funds. Finally, the government has released the first installment and with that the MU has stepped ahead with the construction work.

The two hostels will be equipped with all the necessary facilities and the construction will be completed soon”.

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Director General of Shipping Gautam Chatterjee pins a miniature flag of the Merchant Navy on the shirt of Maharashtra Governor K. Sankaranarayanan at the Raj Bhavan, Mumbai, to mark the inauguration of the Merchant Navy Week on Monday (March 31).

The Merchant Navy demands recognition

By A Staff Reporter

The dead can't rest in peace here!

Nullah water overflowing into St Anthony’s church cemetery sparks fear of outbreak of dreaded diseases

By Tariq Khan

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he St. Anthony’s church cemetery is facing water logging menace for the past several months due to the adjoining nullah water seeping into their compound. But since last month the problem has aggravated as the water flow is blocked by mud dumped beside the cemetery due to the Sion-Panvel highway road widening work being done nearby.

Church authorities recently gave a written complaint to M-east ward describing their plight. “We are facing a serious problems. Mud is being dumped on the side of the road and some of it has fallen into the nullah and has blocked it. As a result the nullah water has now seeped into our cemetery making it difficult for us to bury the dead. Besides, water logging

may cause the spread of diseases like malaria. Since we have over 1,400 parishioners (families) and 400 school students regularly entering our church premises this may lead to an epidemic,” stated Fr. Patrick D’Mello, Parish priest of the church, in his written complaint to the ward office.

Surjay Aguiar, a committee member of the church complains: “When we approach contractor J Kumar, who is doing the road widening work for which truck loads of mud has been dumped on the side of Sion-Panvel highway along our our Church, he blames it on the Tata Power cable laying work. Tata Power blames J Kumar. We fear for the lives of our school students and families visiting the church. Buried bodies do not decompose due to waterlogging and there is every chance of

outbreak of dreaded diseases.”

Paul Martin Fernandes, a trustee and group leader in the church confirms that water-logging has been severe for the past one month which has caused fear among the parishioners visiting the church.

When contacted, Kiran Digaonkar, M-east ward officer, said, “A complaint has been received by us regarding water-logging inside the St. Anthony’s cemetery. I have sent Assistant Engineer Mahajan to the site to look into the matter. The problem will be solved very soon.”

However, locals on condition of anonymity said that despite their complaints local councilor Bablu Panchal, area MLA Nawab Malik and MP Eknath Gaikwad are not looking into the problem which has been existing for several months.

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overnor of Maharashtra K. Sankaranarayanan on Mondya launched the state-level celebrations of Merchant Navy Week at the Raj Bhavan. Director General of Shipping Gautam Chatterjee pinned the first miniature flag of the Merchant Navy on the apparel of the Governor on this occasion.

Speaking on the occasion, Chairman and Managing Director of the Shipping Corporation of India Arun Kumar Gupta informed the Governor that while 90 per cent of the cargo and freight transport of the country is handled by shipping, the maritime sector touches the lives of every citizen of the country. However, a majority of the people are not aware of the work of seafarers and the maritime sector. He said that creating awareness about the maritime industry is the main objective of organising the Merchant Navy Week. Gupta said that 92 per cent of India’s import and export trade is carried by foreign vessels and that therefore a

lot needs to be done to promote India’s maritime sector and to make India a strong maritime nation. Joint Director General of Shipping Deepak Shetty told the Governor that during the last couple of years, the incidence of piracy in the Gulf of Aden and on the coast of Somalia has receded considerably.

General Secretary of the National Union of Seafarers of India Abdul Gani Serang told the Governor that next only to mining, seafaring is the most hazardous profession. He said, even though India provides seven per cent seafarers to the world, seafarers from the Phillippines, Bangladesh and East European nations have been offering competition to Indian seafarers. He felt that Indian seamen should be given tax benefits so as to retain them on national carriers and to prevent them from joining foreign fleets. He further informed that passenger ships are offering a lot of employment opportunities and that the same could be availed

by Indians.

06 CHANGE OF NAME I have changed my name from Najma Babu Shaikh Ansari to Najmunnisa Babu Ansari as per deed poll Affidavit.

C-323 I have changed my name from “Nilam Pushapsen Bhasarkar ” to “Neelam Arvind Ramteke ” as per Affidavit dated 13th February’ 2014.

C-324 I have changed my name from “Pinky Anilkumar Jaiswal” to “Aaradhna Ashok Gupta” as per Affidavit dated 02nd April’ 2014.

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CLASSIFIEDS I Mr. Nitinkumar Umeshkumar Malhotra have changed my name to Mr. Nitin Umeshkumar Malhotra as per Deedpoll Affidavit dated: 01/04/14.

C-338 I Preeti Devi Dogra have changed my name to Preeti Dogra as per Deedpoll Affidavit dated: 31/03/14.

C-339 I Paraskumar Chimanlal Boricha have changed my name to Paras Chimanlal Boricha as per Deedpoll Affidavit dated: 02/04/14.

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I have changed my name from “Sathishchandra Shetty” to “Satish Krishna Shetty” as per Affidavit dated 01st April’ 2014 C-326

I Rukshmaniben Chimanlal Boricha have changed my name to Rukshmani Chimanlal Boricha as per Deedpoll Affidavit dated: 02/04/14.

C-341

I have changed my name from “Kappu Balsubramanym” to “Kuppu Balsubramani Pillai” as per Affidavit dated 02nd April’ 2014.

C-327

I Kavitaben Aankurkumar Dantara have changed my name to Kavita Ankur Dantara as per Deedpoll Affidavit dated: 01/04/14.

C-342

I have changed my name from “Nadesh Balsubramanym Pelli” to “Balsubramani Nadesh Pillai” as per Affidavit dated 02nd April’ 2014.

C-328

I Reghunadha Viswanath Pai have changed my name to Reghunath Viswanatha Pai as per Deedpoll Affidavit dated: 01/04/14.

C-343

I have changed my name from “Mari Murugan” to “Marimurgan Pillai” as per Affidavit dated 02nd April’ 2014.

C-329

We Mr. Nilesh Krishna Utekar & Mrs. Mukta Nilesh Utekar have changed our minor daughter’s name from Gauri Nilesh Utekar to Rutuja Nilesh Utekar as per Deedpoll Affidavit dated : 02/04/14.

C-344

I have changed my name from “Faizal Amin Badrapura” to “Faizal Amin Badarpura” as per Affidavit dated 02nd April’ 2014.

C-330 I have changed my name from “Faizal Amin Badalpura” to “Faizal Amin Badarpura” as per Affidavit dated 02nd April’ 2014.

C-331 I have changed my name from “Rashida Amin Badalpura ” to “Rashida Amin Badarpura” as per Affidavit dated 02nd April’ 2014.

C-332 I have changed my name from “Amin Abdul Badalpura” to “Amin Abdul Badarpura” as per Affidavit dated 02nd April’ 2014.

C-333 I have changed my name from “Mohammed Asif Altaf Ahmed ” to “ Mohammed Asif Altaf Ahmed Khan” as per Affidavit dated 02nd April’ 2014.

C-334 I have changed my name from “Asifa Salim Sayad” to “ Asifa Salim Sayed” as per Affidavit dated 02nd April’ 2014.

C-335 I have changed my name from “Nishitha Nishanta Pradiptakumar Mishra ” to “Nishith Pradiptakumar Mishra” as per Affidavit dated 05th March’ 2014.

C-336 I Ms. Prity Satish Pai have changed my name to Mrs. Preeti Milind Haldankar as per Deedpoll Affidavit dated: 01/04/14.

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I Lancelot Steven Everest Crasta have changed my name to Lancelot Victor Crasto as per Deedpoll Affidavit dated : 02/04/14.

C-345 I Josma Priyanka Pinto have changed my name to Jyotsna Priyanka Pinto as per Deedpoll Affidavit dated : 02/04/14.

C-346 I Dorothy Crasta have changed my name to Dorothy Crasto as per Deedpoll Affidavit dated : 02/04/14.

C-347 We Mr. Ganesh Rameshwar Raut & Mrs. Suma Ganesh Raut have changed our minor daughter’s name from Arya Ganesh Raut to Aarya Ganesh Raut as per Deedpoll Affidavit.

C-348 I Dinesh Devram Thakkar have changed my name to Dinesh Devram Davda as per Deedpoll Affidavit.

C-349 I Gita Shantilal Kataria have changed my name to Bharti Dinesh Davda as per Deedpoll Affidavit.

C-350 I Vimalaben Ramjibhai Shah have changed my name to Vimla Ramniklal Dharod as per Deedpoll Affidavit.

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I Sarita Kumari Babulal have changed my name to Sangeeta Rajesh Bhomawat as per Deedpoll Affidavit.

C-354

I Meenaben Chudasama have changed my name to Meena Chudasama as per Deedpoll Affidavit.

C-370

I Shreetal Jagdish Menon have changed my name to Shrital Jagdish Menon as per Deedpoll Affidavit.

C-355

I Poonam have changed my name to Poonam Ratilal Pattani as per Deedpoll Affidavit.

C-371

I Lata Jagdish Menon have changed my name to Shreelata Jagdish Menon as per Deedpoll Affidavit.

C-356

I Yasodaben Amrutbhai Menat @ Shardhaben Amrutlal Menat have changed my name to Sharda Amrutbhai Patel as per Deedpoll Affidavit.

C-372

I Shankaranarayanan Ramaswamy have changed my name to Shankaranarayanan Ramaswamy Iyer as per Deedpoll Affidavit.

C-357 I Nagaratnakumar Vipparathi have changed my name to Nagaratan Kumar Vipparthi as per Deedpoll Affidavit.

C-358 I Yeshuratnam Vipparathi have changed my name to Yesurathnam Vipparthi as per Deedpoll Affidavit.

C-359 I Jabina Begam Wajed Khatib have changed my name to Jabin Begam Wajed Khatib as per Deedpoll Affidavit.

C-360 I Subodhbhai Manilal Shah have changed my name to Subodh Manilal Shah as per Deedpoll Affidavit.

C-361 I Meeraben Shah have changed my name to Meera Subodh Shah as per Deedpoll Affidavit.

C-362 I Sayed Mehmood Akhtar Inayatulla have changed my name to Sayyed Mehmood Akhtar Inayatulla as per Deedpoll Affidavit.

C-363 I Shabana Shabir Khan have changed my name to Viona Nicky Dheer as per Deedpoll Affidavit.

C-364 We Mr. Akram Noor Mohamed Shaikh & Mrs. Margina Akram Shaikh have changed our minor son’s name from Mohamed Siddique Akram Khan & Khan Siddique Akram to Siddique Akram Shaikh as per Deedpoll Affidavit.

C-365 We Mr. Abdul Razak Shaikh & Mrs. Parveen Abdul Razak Shaikh have changed our minor son’s name from Afsha Abdul Razak Shaikh to Hafsah Abdul Razak Shaikh as per Deedpoll Affidavit.

C-366 I Parveenbano Abdul Razak Shaikh have changed my name to Parveen Abdul Razak Shaikh as per Deedpoll Affidavit.

C-367

I Jyotsanakumari Deepchand Jain have changed my name to Joshna Vinod Jain as per Deedpoll Affidavit.

C-352

I Abdul Razak Abdul Rehman have changed my name to Abdul Razak Abdul Rehman Shaikh as per Deedpoll Affidavit.

C-368

I Veenakumari Mithalal Jain have changed my name to Veena Ashok Jain as per Deedpoll Affidavit.

C-353

I Parveenbano Abdul Razak have changed my name to Parveen Abdul Razak Shaikh as per Deedpoll Affidavit.

C-369

I Amrutbhai Menat @ Amrutlal Menat have changed my name to Amrutbhai Patel as per Deedpoll Affidavit.

C-373 I have changed my name from Sweta Harakchand Jain to Pinky Rajesh Jain as per Govt. of Maha. Gazette No. (X-5003).

C-374 I have changed my name from Rajesh Sambashivan to Rajesh Sambashivan Iyer as per Affidavit.

C-375 I have changed my name from Mohanlal Ramniklal Kamdar to Manhar Ramniklal Kamdar as per Affidavit.

C-376 I have changed my name from Reenabahen Babubhai Lad to Reena Vinaykumar Mistry as per Affidavit.

C-377 I have changed my name from Abhijit Arjun Ghade to Abhijeet Arun Ghadge as per Affidavit.

C-378 I have changed my name from Sudrsini Arjun Ghade to Suhasinee Arjun Ghadage as per Affidavit.

C-379 I have changed my name from Chiraguddin A. Rahman Shaikh to Chirag Abdul Rehman Shaikh as per Affidavit.

C-380 I have changed my name from Manali Alais Sweta Anil Chaudhary to Manali Anil Chaudhary as per Affidavit.

C-381 I have changed my name from Nafisaben Abbasali Daudi to Nafisa Zainuddin Makda as per Affidavit.

C-382 I have changed my name from Harichandra Raghunath Parmale to Harishchandra Raghunath Parmale as per Affidavit.

C-383 I have changed my name from Mukti Verma to Nisha Chandrashekhar Verma as per Affidavit.

C-384 I have changed my name from Chandra Shekhar Verma to Chandrashekhar Verma as per Affidavit.

C-385 I have changed my name from Bajrangilal to Bajrang Ramdular Yadav as per Affidavit.

C-386 I have changed my name from Shital Shantilal Sharma to Sheetal Shantilal Sharma as per Affidavit.

C-387

I have changed my name from Anwar Hussain to Anwar Hussain Ansari as per Affidavit C-388 I have changed my name from Hitesh Kumar to Hitesh Jayantilal Mehta as per Affidavit.

C-389 I have changed my name from Amit to Amit Jayantilal Mehta as per Affidavit.

C-390 I have changed my name from Surjeet Ram Avtar to Sarjeet Ramavtar Yadav as per Affidavit.

C-391 I have changed my name from Sujit Pedivettil Cherian to Sujit Cherian as per Affidavit.

C-392 I have change my name from Maknojiya Kulsumben Abdul Rahim to Maknojiya Kulsum Abdul Rahim as per Affidavit.

C-393 I have change my name from Razak Ahmed Sahee Ahmed to Shaikh Razak Ahmed Sahee Ahmed as per Affidavit.

C-394 I have change my name from Dalvi Ilyaz Hasan to Dalavi Iliyas Hasan as per Affidavit.

C-395 I have change my name from Dalwai Ibrahimkhan Husenkhan to Dalwai Ibrahim Husain as per Affidavit.

C-396 I have change my name from Mukadam Fatimabi Abdul Razzak to Mulla Fatima Mahhamad Shafi as per Affidavit.

C-397 I have change my name from Bhaiji Muhammed Fahad Muhammed Yusuf to Bhaiji Fahad Muhammed Yusuf as per Affidavit.

C-398 I have changed my name from Mahenoor Taher Kapadia to Mahenoor Taher Ahmed Kapadia as per Affidavit dated 31.03.2014.

C-399 I have changed my name from Md Akbar Mohabbat Ali to Mohammed Akbar Mohabbat Husain Shaikh as per Affidavit dated 02.03.2014.

C-400 I have changed my name from Yunusbhai Munsuri Vora & Inus Munsuri Vora to Yunus Munsuri Vora as per Affidavit.

I have changed my name from Bhargav Kiran Jiwtode to Bhargav Kiran Jiwatode as per Affidavit.

C-405 I have changed my name from Bhavnagri Hasmukhbhai Vanmali to Bhavnagri Hasmukh Vanmali as per Affidavit.

C-406 I have changed my name from Mohd Zaheer Mohd Nazeer Salman to Mohammad Zahir Mohammad Najir Salmani as per Affidavit.

C-407 I have changed my name from Chedilal Kumar Jayprakash Kumar Gupta to Chedilal Jayprakash Gupta as per Affidavit.

C-408 I have changed my name from Beena to Beena Sasikumar Nair as per Affidavit.

C-409 I have changed my name from Sasikumar to Sasikumar Sankaran Nair as per Affidavit.

C-410 I have changed my name from Sreelakshmi Sasikumar to Sreelakshmi Sasikumar Nair as per Affidavit.

C-411 I have changed my name from Kumari Punam to Poonam Gopinath Mane as per Affidavit C-412 We Mr. Ashwin Manmohan Jajodia And Mrs. Seema Ashwin Jajodia have changed my minor child name from Dhruv Ashwin Jajodia to Devansh Ashwin Jajodia as per Affidavit.

C-413 I have changed my name from Nilesh Chhogalal Jain to Nilesh Chhogalal Soni as per Affidavit C-414 I have changed my name from M. Abdul Kadir to Abdul Kdadir Esmail Rampurawala as per Affidavit.

C-415 I have changed my name from Hashimali Fidahusain to Hashimali Fidahusain Sadriwala as per Affidavit.

C-416 I have changed my name from Liyaquat Abbas Bamne To Liyakat Abbas Bamne As Per Affidavit.

C-417

C-401

I have changed my name from Manzar Liyaquat Bamne to Manzar Liyakat Bamne as per Affidavit.

C-418

I have changed my name from Imranaben Yunus Vora to Imrana Yunus Vora as per Affidavit.

C-402

I have changed my name from Abu Arset Khan Mohammad Kunumian Khan to Abu Arset Khan as per Affidavit.

C-419

We Mr. Komal Ajitkumar Trivedi & Mrs. Kavita Komal Trivedi have changed our child’s name from Monish Komalbhai Trivedi to Monish Komal Trivedi as per Affidavit

I have changed name from Bhojraj L. Shetty to Bhoja Lokayya Shetty as per Affidavit

C-403 I have changed my name from Shilpa Kumari Prakash Jain to Shilpa Prakash Jain as per Affidavit.

C-404

C-420 I have changed my name from Akhileshkumar Shyammohan Singh to Akhilesh Shyammohan Singh as per Affidavit.

C-421

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UK-based family panics after they fail to establish contact with daughter who was supposed to fly to UK from Mumbai on Wednesday; later found to be safe

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21-year-old British woman who had come to India on a tour scared her parents back home as she did not board the flight she was supposed to and her parents couldn't establish any contact with her.

The UK national's parents thus approached the Mumbai police for help.They created the woman's profile on social networking sites asking people to help them trace their daughter. Their worry ended in a few hours when they managed to communicate with their daughter.

Assistant commissioner of police (airport division) Madhukar Shankhe said, “Her father informed us about his missing daughter in the morning and then again called us in the afternoon informing that he had spoken to his daughter who was safe”.

The woman, who had come to Mumbai from Goa, was supposed to fly back home on Wednesday morning. She however changed her plan at the last moment.In the meanwhile, her parents' appeal on social networking sites went viral on tweeter and other such sites.

The parents later informed all concerned people about their daughter's well-being and the country have been reported. thanked them for their quick response.In the Senior Police Inspector, Sahar, Ravindra past, a couple of incidents of foreign nation- Patil and Santacruz Airport SPI said that they als being raped or killed in different parts of did not receive any such missing complaint.

AROGYA SADAN CO-OP HSG SOC LTD. Bhandup (East) Dist Mumbai

DEEMED CONVEYANCE PUBLIC NOTICE Notice is hereby given that the above Society has applied to this office for declaration of Deemed Conveyance of the following properties. The next hearing is kept on 23/04/2014 at 12.00 p.m.

M/s Annapi Construction Co., Gajanan Maruti Damane, Devubai Shankar Mali, Krushnabai Gopal Pawar, Lilabai Gopal Pawar, Savita Vijay More, Vithabai Pandurang More, Ratnsi Karsandas, Naresh Rama Kini, Suresh Rama Kini, Dattaram Ramesh Kini, Narayan Yashvant Kini, Rama Yashvant Kini, Motiram Dwarkanath Kini, Ramdas Dwarkanath Kini, Suresh Atmaram Mahtre, Manorama Lakshaman Mahtre, Hemantkumar Lakshman Mahtre, Hemamalini Lakshman Mahtre, Vilas Lakshman Mahtre, Prakash Janardan Mahtre, Damyanti Janardan Mahtre, Kishore Janardan Mahtre, Tai Janardan Mahtre, Chhayabai Tukaram Kini, Parvatibai Atamaram Mahtre, Sahejabai Atmaram Mahtre, Yamunabai Balaram Bhoir, Lakshmibai Raghunath Pawar, Motibai K. Mahtre, Ganpat Kamlya Mahtre and those who have interest in the said property may submit their say at the time of hearing at the venue mentioned below. Failure to submit any say it shall be presumed that nobody has any objection and further action will be taken.

DESCRIPTION OF THE PROPERTY: Bapusaheb Juvekar Marg, Bhandup (East), Mumbai-400042.

Survey C.T.S. No. 754 Part, 755 Part, 758 Part Hissa No. Area Sq. Mtr. No. 759 Part, 760 Part, 782 Part, 751 Part, 2816.17 760 Part (Plot A), 760 Part (Plot A) Place: Kokan Bhavan, Room No. 201, C.B.D. Belapur Navi Mumbai Date: 02/04/2014

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Shakti Mills gang-rape verdict may be out today!

By Philip Varghese

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our days after the Bombay High Court had declined to interfere in the Shakti Mills gang rape case of a photojournalist at this stage where the new section 376(e) attracting death penalty was charged against the three accused in the case, the Sessions Court is likely to finally pronounce the verdict in the case today.

It will be recalled that hearing a petition filed by the accused challenging the adding of charges that attract the death penalty, a division bench of Justice Naresh Patil and Justice Abhay Thipsay had said that the accused could raise the issue of whether the charges were properly added before the Sessions Court, which is hearing this matter.

Kasim Bengali, Vijay Jadhav and Mohammed Salim Ansari are the common accused who are also convicted in the telephone operator gang rape case. The 18year-old telephone operator was gang raped on the premises of Shakti Mills in July last year, a month before the photojournalist

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umbai police on Wednesday seized 16 live cartridges from a lane near the Taj Mahal Hotel at Colaba in south Mumbai.

The bullets, which belonged to a licensed 0.32 bore revolver, were found at around 2 pm by a police patrolling team.

"During the patrolling the police learnt that some objects similar to bullets were lying in a hole in the lane used for public parking," said Additional Police Commissioner (South Re-

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Notice is hereby given that the above Society has applied to this office for declaration of Deemed Conveyance of the following properties. The next hearing is kept on 16/04/2014 at 12.00 p.m.

Hemchandra B. Chanchani, Bhadra H. Chanchani, Ramesh A. Chanchani, Bhupen D. Chanchani, Jeshtalal H. Chanchani, Dalpat J. Chanchani, Shirish J. Chanchani, Kantilal J. Chanchani, Jagdish J. Chanchani, Mukta Gauri M. Phatak, Rohini H. Chanchani, Bhadra Builders and those who have interest in the said property may submit their say at the time of hearing at the venue mentioned below. Failure to submit any say it shall be presumed that nobody has any objection and further action will be taken.

DESCRIPTION OF THE PROPERTY: Mahatma Phule Road, Mulund (East), Mumbai-4000.

Survey No. C.T.S. No. 507/5, Hissa No. Area Sq. Mtr. 140, 141 507/5/1 to 507/5/16 — 801.1 Place: Kokan Bhavan, Room No. 201, C.B.D. Belapur Navi Mumbai Date: 02/04/2014

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was brutalised on August 22.Immediately after the court pronounced the verdict in the telephone operator's case, the prosecution had pressed for section 376(e) in the photojournalist rape case and the court had framed that charge for punishment for repeated offence of rape under the Indian Penal Code (IPC). Following this, the accused had moved the Bombay High Court.

While hearing the matter on Wednesday, the court completed recording the deposition of three witnesses who were recalled on Tuesday. It will start hearing the final arguments on Thursday after which the verdict may come out, informed Special Public Prosecutor Ujjwal Nikam.

He further added, “The court heard incamera one of the accused who said that he wanted to say something. The three men have already been sentenced to life imprisonment in the telephone operator's gang rape case. This qualifies them for punishment under the amended section in the photojournalist gang rape case.” philip.varghese@afternoondc.in

16 live cartridges found near Taj

A cop displays the seized bullets.

gion) Krishna Prakash.

This was informed by a pedestrian woman, who spotted the shells and alerted the police.

Colaba Police has seized the bullets and further investigations are on.

Meanwhile, the police would call the person whose licensed weapon will also be seized. After the inquiry the license of the concerned person might be canceled for negligence. neel.shah@afternoondc.in

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DEEMED CONVEYANCE PUBLIC NOTICE Notice is hereby given that the above Society has applied to this office for declaration of Deemed Conveyance of the following properties. The next hearing is kept on 16/04/2014 at 12.00 p.m.

Sunita Panchal, Smt. Pramila Kamalakar Deshmukh (Pradhan), Shri.

Vijay Kamalakar Deshmukh (Pradhan), Shri. Ashok Kamalakar Deshmukh (Pradhan), Smt. Sudha Madhukar Deshmukh (Pradhan), Shri. Dilipkumar Madhukar Deshmukh (Pradhan), Shri Chandrakumar Madhukar Deshmukh (Pradhan), Smt. Surekha Nitin Tamhane, Shri Chandrashekhar Madhukar Deshmukh (Pradhan), M/s Ashish Builders and those who have interest in the said property may submit their say at the time of hearing at the venue mentioned below. Failure to submit any say it shall be presumed that nobody has any objection and further action will be taken.

DESCRIPTION OF THE PROPERTY: Sant Dnyaneshwar Marg, Mulund (East), Mumbai-400081.

Survey No. C.T.S. No. 872, Hissa No. Area Sq. Mtr. 135 872/1 to 11 1 445.0 Place: Kokan Bhavan, Room No. 201, C.B.D. Belapur Navi Mumbai Date: 02/04/2014

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I have changed my name from Sasanka Ghosal to Shashank Ghosal as per Affidavit.

C-422 I have changed my name from Nitinbhai Karotra to Nitin Patel as per Affidavit.

C-423 I have changed my name from Bushanlal Ticku to Bushanlal Tikoo as per Affidavit.

C-424 I have changed my name from Hiteshkumar Manjibhai Vaviya to Hitesh Manjibhai Vaviya as per Affidavit.

C-425 I have changed my name from Kapurchan Narshi Bid to Kapoorchand Narshi Bid as per Affidavit.

C-426 I have changed my name from Mary Molly James to Mary James Anthony as per Affidavit C-427 I have changed my name from Pradip Prabhakar Phatak to Pradeep Prabhakar Phatak as per Affidavit.

C-428 I have changed my name from Bandana Tushar Jana to Vandana Tushar Jana as per Affidavit.

C-429 I have changed my name from Jayeshkumar Mathuradas Modi to Jayesh Mathuradas Modi as per Affidavit.

C-430 I have changed my name from Shankerlal Tak to Shankarlal Tak as per Affidavit.

C-431 I have changed my name from Sheeta Shankerlal Tak to Sita Shankarlal Tak as per Affidavit C-432 We Mr. Shaibaz Memon and Mrs. Salima Shaibaz Memon Have changed our daughter name from Tehrin Shaibaz Chunawala to Tehrin Shaibaz Memon as per Affidavit.

C-433 I have changed my name from Vinodkumar Parmanand Rangwani to Vinod Parmanand Rangwani as per Affidavit.

C-434 I have changed my name from Narendrakumar Nagarmal Purohit to Narendra Nagarmal Purohit as per Affidavit.

C-435 I have changed my name from Rashmi Sanjay Bathija to Rashmin Sanjay Bathija as per Affidavit.

C-436 I have changed my name from Monica Basantram Vaswani to Monica Laxmandas Vaswani as per Affidavit.

C-437 I have changed my name from Sarfaraz Shamsuddin to Sarfaraz Ahmad Shamsuddin Balbar as per Affidavit.

C-438 I have changed my name from Nasruddin Hisamuddin Khan to Nasiruddin Hissmuddin Khan as per Affidavit.

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I have changed my name from Ghaus Khan to Gaus Khan as per Affidavti.

C-440

I have changed my name from Narsinhbhai Tandel to Narsaim Pema as per Affidavit C-460

I have changed my name from Abdul Rashid Sayyed to Rashid Sayyed as per Affidavit.

C-441

I have changed my name from Champalal Kishorechandra Vardhan to Champallal Kishorechandra Vardhan as per Affidavit.

C-461

I have changed my name from Rupur Guha to Nupur Guha as per Affidavit.

C-442 I have changed my name from Dilip Mahadev Fadake to Dilip Mahadev Phadke as per Affidavit.

C-443 I have changed my name from Raval Jayantkumar Parshottam to Jayant Parshottam Raval as per Affidavit.

C-444 I have changed my name from Dipikaben Raval to Dipika Raval as per Affidavit.

C-445 I have changed my name from Babusab Bagwan to Ramjan Bagwan as per Affidavit.

C-446 I have changed my name from Bharatkumar Devjibhai Shah to Bharat Devji Shah as per Affidavit.

C-447 I have changed my name from Dineshkumar Sitaram Gupta to Dinesh Sitaram Gupta as per Affidavit.

C-448 I have changed my name from Shital Patel to Sheetalben Patel as per Affidavit.

C-449 I have changed my name from Begam Javed Shaikh to Begum Javed Shaikh as per Affidavit.

C-450 I have changed my name from Pavitra Suresh Nair to Amrin Amin Shaikh as per Maha.

Govt. Gazette X-78680.

C-451 I have changed my name from Afzal Ahamed Ansari to Afzal Ahmed Ansari as per Affidavit C-452 I have changed my name from Nareshbhai Narshih Tandel to Naresh Narsaim as per Affidavit C-453 I have changed my name from Narshih Tandel to Narsaim Pema as per Affidavit.

C-454 I have changed my name from Rasilaben Narsinhbhai Tandel & Rasilaben Mahesh Tandel To Rasila Narsaim as per Affidavit C-455 I have changed my name from Narsinhbhai Tandel to Narsaim Pema as per Affidavit C-456 I have changed my name from Jayshri Narsinh Tandel to Jaishree Narsaim as per Affidavit.

C-457 I have changed my name from Narsinh Tandel to Narsaim Pema as per Affidavit.

C-458 I have changed my name from Kalpana Narsinhbhai Tandel to Kalpana Narsaim as per Affidavit.

C-459

I have changed my name from Mahenoor Bano Abdul Latif Shaikh to Mahenoor Kamar Hussain Sayyad as per Affidavit C-462 I have changed my name from Sultanabi Abdul Karim Shaikh to Sultana Mehmood Shaikh as per Affidavit.

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I, Farooq Tahseen Qureshi (Father of minor), change my minor son's name from Mohammed Omar Farooq Qureshi to Arshaan Farooq Qureshi as per Maha. Govt.

Gazette No. U-170.

C-478 I have changed my name from Savji Jakhu Gala to Shivji Jakhoo Gala as per Affidavit.

C-479 I have changed my name from Sunilkumar Banshilal Gokharu to Sunil Banshilal Gokharu as per Affidavit.

C-480 I have changed my name from Hanifa Ahmad to Hanifa Ahmad Pinjari as per Affidavit C-481

I have changed my name from Angha Bajirao Ghosalkar to Anagha Bajirao Ghosalkar as per Affidavit.

C-464

I have changed my name from Sajjad Ahmed Dawood Halde to Sajjad Dawood Halde as per Affidavit.

C-482

I have changed my name from Luizin Pereira to Luiza Pereira as per Affidavit.

C-465

I have changed my name from Tara Mahendra Vakhari to Tara Mahendra Vakharia as per Affidavit.

C-483

I have changed my name from Ravi Karman Patel to Ravi Karman Barsaniya as per Affidavit.

C-466 I have changed my name from Gangaben Karman Barsaniya to Ganga Karman Barsaniya as per Affidavit.

C-467 I have changed my name from Karmanbhai Bhavan Patel to Karman Bhavan Barsaniya as per Affidavit.

C-468 I have changed my name from Parulben Kalyanjibhai Vaghela to Parul Ramesh Parmar as per Affidavit.

C-469 I have changed my name from Poonam Sham Thorath to Punam Sham Thorat as per Affidavit.

C-470 I have changed my name from Bhanumati Mahendra Jain to Bhanu Mahendra Jain as per Affidavit.

C-471 I have changed my name from Dwanilkumar Ashok Jain to Dhawnil Ashok Jain as per Affidavit.

C-472 I have changed my name from Ruddapal Tiwari to Rudrapal Tiwari as per Affidavit.

C-473 I have changed my name from Shantidevi to Shanti Singh as per Affidavit.

C-474 I have changed my name from Kalpana Sukhdev Aher to Sanjana Santosh Devghare as per Affidavit.

C-475 I have changed my name from Yogeeta Dhondu Sathe to Smita Goverdhan Salgaonkar as per Affidavit.

C-476 I have changed my name from Santosh Krishna Deoghare to Santosh Krishna Devghare as per Affidavit.

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C-485 I have changed my name from Shailaja Ankush Korgaonkar to Sneha Sachin Parkar as per Affidavit.

C-486 I have changed my name from Trupti Vishwas Gandhi to Sanavi Siddhesh Pathare as per Affidavit.

C-487 I have changed my name from Shaiba to Shaiba Bano Siddiqui as per Affidavit.

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TODAY Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan: A lecture on 'Role of Female Characters in the Ramayana' by Dr. Purnima Dave at Gita Mandir, Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan, Kulapati Munshi Marg, Chowpatty at 5 pm.

The Mumbai Research Centre of the Asiatic Society of Mumbai and Popular Prakashan: To release the book 'Sir George Birdwood - The Promoter of Goodwill Between the East and theWest' by Dr. Vijaya Gupchup, Former Headmistress, Cathedral and John Connon Infant School and Research Scholar, Dr. Aroon Tikekar to release the book in the Durbar Hall of the Asiatic Society of Mumbai, Town Hall at 6 pm.

Nehru Centre: A special astronomy lecture for public by Prof. Niranajan Thatte, Professor of

Astrophysics, Department of Physics, University of Oxford, UK on 'The European Extremely Large Telescope' at the Nehru Centre's Hall of Culture,Worli at 3 pm.

Nehru Centre: A lecture for public – Dr. Oscar Arias Sanchez, Former President of Costa Rica and Nobel Laureate (A distinguished guest of the Indian Council for Cultural Relations) to speak on 'At the Dawn of the Century of Reason' at the Nehru Centre's Hall of Harmony, Worli at 5 pm.

National Centre for Performing Arts: Gandharva Swar – Kalapini Komkali and Bhuvanesh Komkali Hindustani vocal music recital, Experimental Theatre, Nariman Point at 6.30 pm.

ART AND EXHIBITIONS Nehru Centre Art Gallery: Exhibition of marble sculptures by Lallan Singh, Nehru Centre,Worli, till April 7 from 11 am to 7 pm.

Buying 37 cars...

Continued from pg 1 « 118 NEs, Fords, Jeeps, Desires, Sumos and Tracks. The service cost of the vehicles has been stated as general machinery equipment to government vehicles under the accounts department of the PWD. The cost was Rs.3.80 crore for 2011, Rs.2.50 crore for 2012, Rs.3.75 crore for 2013 and Rs.3.74 crore for 2014.

Khare has complained to the PWD department against the engineers under whom the work was undertaken.

Khare said, “It is shocking to see that the cars that don’t event totally cost over Rs.1.50 crore have incurred a cost of around Rs.14 crore in the last four years. It is a clear case of

corruption and the people involved like the executive engineer - presidency division, Kishore Patil, his deputy and branch engineers need to be punished for gulping down public money”.

Meanwhile, PWD Secretary Shyamalkumar Mukherjee has initiated action in the scam. “We have set up an inquiry. I have asked for a report of expenses from the mechanical and the accounts department. The actions will be taken after going through this report.”

RTI activist Raju Khare had forwarded his complaint to Chief Minister Prithviraj Chavan and other senior officials of concerned departments on March 26.

AAP ABSOLUTELY BROKE Continued from pg 1 « (AAP) candidates are struggling to raise funds, thanks to which campaigning has been badly affected.

The AAP has fielded candidates in all 48 Lok Sabha constituencies of the state.

Barring a few, most candidates are facing shortage of funds and volunteers needed for campaigning, which it initiated well in advance of other parties. After the initial enthusiasm, candidates failed to increase the volunteer base.

Social activist and AAP candidate from North East Mumbai, Medha Patkar, has also hit a roadblock due to paucity of funds. When contacted, Patkar said, “We haven't received any funds so far from the party. Till now, we are running the campaign from the funds raised by the workers. There are some dedicated workers and with their help somehow we are managing.” Subhash Ware, AAP candidate from Pune constituency, is concentrating on door-to-door campaigning, and is getting huge response

in the slums. He too is managing from his personal funds.

Mobilising people in the constituency is becoming a big challenge for want of funds. The Election Commission has increased the maximum limit of election expenses from Rs.40 lakh to Rs.70 lakh for a Lok Sabha constituency per candidate.

But looking at the situation, it is doubtful whether AAP candidates will be able to spend that kind of money.

Preeti Sharma Menon, secretary of the state unit of the AAP admitted that difficulties are being faced by the candidates. She said, “We don't have enough funds and also did not assure funds to any candidate. Most of the candidates who stood were told that they would have to raise the funds in their own constituencies along with local volunteers, and all of them agreed to it. We felt that approximately Rs.200 crore could be collected but we could muster only around Rs 20 crore, which is a very small amount.”

In sesquicentennial year, school writes to its own future

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he Alexandra Girls' English Institution in South Mumbai has chosen a unique way to celebrate its Sesquicentennial Anniversary. On the auspicious occasion of Gudi Padwa (March 31), they buried a time capsule at the foot of the arches which are all that remain of their original building in an attempt to tie the past, present and future together.

Principal Freny Mehta, who will complete 20 years in her position as head of the institution, took us around the school which is still decorated in bright colors from that day.

“There is no one to register time capsules in India so we went to the International Time Capsule Society of the Oglethorpe University in Atlanta”, she said.

The small, neat plot is already covered in cement, itself covered in water to set it.

One foot under the ground, the time capsule sits, less a capsule, more a steel trunk measuring 2ft x 2.5ft. It will be opened only in 2062 when the school completes 200 years!

“Right at the bottom of the hole, we put huge stones and then we poured concrete into it so that no moisture will seep through the ground.

Then we made a big wall of bricks around the pit. A particular white sand was poured at the base and on the top so that the box could be removed easily”, Mehta explained. It is easy to remove the box because of the sand and the pit can be reused.

Another time capsule can be

BJP candidate Dr Heena Gavit’s LS candidature hangs in balance

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he candidature of BJP's imported candidate Dr Heena Gavit from Nandurbar (ST) Lok Sabha constituency could be under a cloud as she is currently pursuing MD Medicine at state government run J J Hospital. As per provisions of The Maharashtra Legislature Members (Removal of Disqualification) Act, 1956, any candidate or member of legislature if he or she holds an office, it is declared by the act as office of profit. However, state BJP president Devendra Fadnavis while speaking to ADC yesterday clarified that Dr Heena Gavit was not a state government servant and that she

Principal Freny Mehta below the arches of the old school where the time capsule has been buried.

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Students and well-wishers gathered to cover the steel trunk/time capsule with sand. planted by the future students to carry forward the school's legacy.

This box of treasures contains pictures and personal letters written by the students addressed to their friends from the future in the same standard as theirs. They've also given their email ids asking the students to contact

them at the time of the bicentennial celebrations, by which they will mostly be retired but hopefully still very active.

All the letters are written on acid free paper. In fact, everything in the box has been contained in envelopes made of the same paper. Old school documents, school

To be or not to be! was drawing a stipend and not a government salary. He added that there was no question of her candidature being set aside.

Speaking to ADC, sources in the Election Commission of India disclosed that the final decision of upholding the validity of the nomination paper filed by the candidate depends upon the quasi-judicial authority of the Returning Officer. As per the electoral laws any government servant wanting to contest any election has to resign from his/her government service before filing his/her nomination papers. Sources disclosed that Dr Heena Gavit is currently on leave.

However, the law also provides for exemptions to the law which spells out persons

holding posts like honorary medical officer or honorary assistant medical officer. However, the provision does not apply to government aided educational institutions.

The last date for filing of nomination papers for Nandurbar (ST) Lok Sabha constituency which goes to polls on April 24, in the third phase is April 5. It may be recalled much drama was witnessed over the candidature of Dr Heena Gavit. Her father, former NCP minister for Medical Education Dr Vijaykumar Gavit was shunted out of the state cabinet at the insistence of NCP's deputy chief minister Ajit Pawar. The BJP too had withheld the announcement of its candidate for Nandurbar until Dr Heena Gavit formally joined the party.

A look at the loaded time capsule before it is covered up.

uniforms, old badges, school flag design, logo design, diaries of students is all put inside.

There are also memorabilia in the form of samples of school bags, mugs and T-shirts that the management has given to each child.

“We imported long lasting pen drives, DVDs and a special kind of chip that is water resistant from the United States. In these we have put all the videos of our school events and celebrations”, said Mehta. She has written in her letter to the future principal that if they aren’t able to view

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the documents, they should take it to the company. One doesn’t know what technology will rule then but its definitely worth taking the chance, she said.

In the last few parting messages, Mehta wrote that she doesn’t know what method of study would be practised at that time but she hopes they would still have respect for the books in her library. The children have written in expectation that 50 years hence the environment is cleaner and people are safer and happier.

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Could it be the end of the dynasty?

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F there is one trait that most of us political pundit types share it is the joy we get in being able to say: I told you so. And, as “Popularity should be no scale for the someone who has been predicting for more election of politicians. If it would depend than a year that Narendra Modi could make on popularity, Donald Duck and The enough difference to the BJP’s campaign to be Muppets would take seats in senate.” able to take the NDA (National Democratic — Orson Welles Alliance) beyond 230 seats I am in a very ‘I told you so’ mood. The first time I made this prediction publicly was at an Express Adda in Mumbai where the chief guest was Sachin Pilot and the moderator was Shekhar Gupta.

This ‘adda’ was at the Olive restaurant at the Race Course and after everyone left I joined the Minister, Shekhar and some of his friends for dinner in the restaurant. Naturally, all conversation was about politics and the next Lok Sabha election and I said that I thought Modi ITH just four days to go for the begin- would make a huge difference to the BJP’s ning of the Lok Sabha elections, politi- otherwise lackluster image. To this Shekhar cal parties are taking off their masks and told the minister that he should pay attention revealing their true colours. Leaders who to what I was saying because in these matters have been swearing by secularism and vari- I had quite a good record. He reminded me ous ideologies have started to employ des- that when we were in Gwalior together durperate communal strategies. ing the 1984 election I was the only one who According to reports a meeting of Shahi predicted that Madhavrao Scindia would deImam Bukhari and Congress president Sonia feat Atal Behari Vajpayee. And, so he did.

Gandhi was arranged when the latter made an appeal that he should ensure that Muslim votes are not divided. Bukhari also had a request to make: Innocent Muslim young folks If you think by now that this column is beginare being detained on the suspicion of being ning to take on an annoyingly boastful note terrorists. Such persons must be immediately forgive me. Its just that I am relishing my ‘told released, he said. Expectedly there was a you so’ moment because when I first started strong reaction from the BJP which asked, “Is saying that Narendra Modi could be India’s this secularism?” Sonia Gandhi insisted that next prime minister I was attacked by most of her party is not “in the habit of polarising my colleagues for having sold my soul to Hindutva. Charges of being prejudiced and ‘antielections”.

The BJP too is using communal methods to Muslim’ were flung at me not just verbally but get votes. It cannot do this openly and using in print. Well-known ‘secular’ magazines took effective strategies to get the communal vote. to parodying my columns and accusing me of The RSS should be having its own silent pro- being a publicist for Modi. The attacks have gramme in various regions across the coun- become more vicious as the election draws try. It is definitely playing an useful role and near and come these days most often from dedicated sycophants of the Gandhi family. providing poll assistance.

It is becoming increasingly clear that in the This is because for the first time ever there are name of secularism, communal politics has signs that India’s most famous and resilient moved centrestage. Both the national parties political Dynasty could be in its last days.

– the Congress and the BJP – are resorting to Wiser and more intelligent members of the communal strategies in their election cam- Congress Party admit privately that Rahul paigns. It has now become evident that the Gandhi has not shown the ability to win elecCongress is as communal as the BJP. The tions that they hoped he would and that by politicians are dividing India on communal 2019 he could have lost all chances of leading basis. The parties are making separate ap- the party that has been a private limited company since the time of Indira Gandhi. peals to Muslims and Hindus.

Covert communal operations are in place in the poll scenario. It is a fact that during the last nine months BJP's prime ministerial candidate Narendra Modi has not once made any pro-communal observations. He has been AINISM is one of the world's oldest relispeaking about development and governance gions. Much of its early history is not and never once resorted to communalism.

But finally, there will be Muslim vote and known, or has come down to us in a form in which historical fact is difficult to distinguish Hindu vote in the poll scenario. from miraculous stories. However we do know that this ancient religion was passed on to us through the high spiritual genius of one of the greatest religious teachers of all time, Mahavira. We must be clear, from the start, that Mahavira was not the founder of Jainism.

What he did was to bring together in a systematic form the beliefs and philosophy of his predecessors, preach them widely throughout his home country, and lay the foundaDESPATCH & COURIER tions of an organised Jain 'church' with monks and nuns and lay people following his CAROL ANDRADE A.R. KANANGI Editor Associate Editor teachings. The social order which he created has endured to the present day.

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The reason why the chairman of the board, Sonia Gandhi, has in recent days become more visible on the campaign trail is because there is real panic now among the shareholders. And, even among those who are not obvious shareholders. She has been not just a good chairman and managing director of Congress Pvt. Ltd. but has shown real skills at controlling the BJP. She had excellent relations with Atal Behari Vajpayee and his family when he was prime minister and has continued to have excellent relations with Lal Krishan Advani and Sushma Swaraj.

As a result the BJP has in the past decade failed miserably in its role as the principal opposition party in the Lok Sabha. This is one reason why it was so easy just before the last general election for the Prime Minister to release funds in bank accounts in London that

Rahul Gandhi cannot win elections

ON THE SPOT Tavleen Singh belonged to Sonia Gandhi’s ex-best friend, Ottavio Quattrocchi. They had been blocked for several years by the Indian government on the suspicion that the money in them belonged to the people of India. What Sonia Gandhi is most afraid of is that a government led by Modi could start reopening old cases and re-examining what really happened in the Bofors deal. Where did the bribe money really go? And, why did some of it end up in the bank accounts of a fertilizer salesman and his wife, Maria, who had nothing to do with the armaments business? If these questions had been seriously asked under the Vajpayee government the truth about the Bofors bribes would have been revealed long ago. If questions start to be asked under a Modi government it could make life very difficult for her

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and her children.

So she is campaigning furiously across the country and her slipper carriers and sycophants are busy denouncing the polls as ‘rubbish’ every chance they get. Senior ministers these days take time off from campaigning to declare that Narendra Modi ‘will never be prime minister’ and that he has ‘serious character flaws’. Recent polls have made them speak even more aggressively because they all seem to indicate that the average Indian voter wants Modi to become prime minister. And, nearly all agree that the NDA this time will get beyond 230 seats and that Congress will be lucky if it gets more than 100.

Modi seems to be people’s favourite If Indian polls can be charged with being ‘fixed’ it is harder to make the same charges against foreign polls so last week’s revelations by the Pew Research Survey has sent deep shock waves through Congress ranks. This Washington based company says that 78 per cent of Indians want Modi as prime minister compared with only 50 per cent who want Rahul. Even Anna Hazare at 69 per cent and the prime minister at 52 per cent did better than the heir to the Dynasty. This poll found that 70 per cent of Indians were dissatisfied with the direction that India had taken in the past decade. Sonia Gandhi had even lower approval ratings than her son.

So is it the end of the road for the Dynasty?

Is this the last election in which the NehruGandhi family will be a major factor? Emboldened by my recent success in the predictions business I am going to answer both questions. I think it is. Of course there may come a time when someone with the name Gandhi-Vadra emerges on the political landscape and of course it is possible that Rahul Gandhi will produce an heir who in a couple of decades will try and reclaim the country that the Dynasty has come to think of as its inheritance but that is too far in the future to merit even mild speculation. So for the moment I think it is safe to predict that one of the most significant aspects of this Lok Sabha election is that it brings with it the end of the Nehru-Gandhi dynasty. It is a historic moment because it is hard to think of a political dynasty in any other democratic country that has exercised so much power for so long.

Some of the earlier Western scholars who encountered Jainism did not distinguish it from Buddhism (for there are some similarinot very different from that of any other ties, as well as very marked differences) and young man in his level of society. even confused the persons of Mahavira and Both his parents were followers of the reli- the Buddha. Mahavira persevered with this gious teachings of Parsva, the 'fourfold teach- austere lifestyle, marked by long spells of fasting', chaturyama dharma, abstention from ing and other penances, and by deep meditaviolence, theft, untruth and acquisitiveness. tion. At last, during one period of meditation We should nowadays call them Jains. Parsva, by the side of a river, he came to a comprewho had lived some 250 years before Ma- hension of the whole nature and meaning of havira, is recognised as the twenty-third the universe. This total knowledge, omnisTirthankara or prophet of Jainism. It was cience, keval jnana; is very important to Jainshortly after his parents' death that Vard- ism. Most of us have had the experience, at hamana, or Mahavira, decided at the age of some time, of puzzling over something we do thirty to renounce a worldly life. He gave up not quite understand, when, suddenly, alall his possessions, even his clothes, and lived most as though a cloud clears, we get a flash of understanding and we see the solution to our problem. Can we imagine this flash of understanding spreading out, clearing the for the next twelve years a life of great hard- clouds over not just our small problem but all ship, training himself to endure the pains and the problems of the universe, giving us an undiscomforts of the body until he became in- derstanding of the whole nature and workdifferent to them. The wandering ascetic, ings and meaning of the universe? This is seeking knowledge alone in the wilder places, what happened to Mahavira. And it can hapor in company with fellow seekers for truth, pen, and has happened, to other people as was (and still is) an accepted figure on the well. This total knowledge does not come easedge of Indian society. The sixth century B.C. ily: for Mahavira it was the result of years of was an era of intellectual ferment, an exciting austerity and meditation. This was the fourth period for a young man of inquiring spirit, of the five great events of Mahavira's life when various groups were searching beyond which are celebrated by Jains today: his conthe bounds of the rather rigid religious ortho- ception, birth, renunciation, and now endoxy of the time. The best-known individual, lightenment. The fifth great event, nirvana or at least in historical perspective, was the Bud- moksa came thirty years later. dha, a near contemporary of Mahavira.

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IT was a difficult Tuesday morning.

BEST employees not reporting to work really created a huge chaos near the bus stops as many of the commuters standing at the bus stops were not even aware of it till drivers put 50 lakh commuters in- 8.30 am. Lakhs of commuters were cluding the exam-going students inconvenienced as the BEST drivand the office-goers in serious ers and conductors went on flash trouble and hardship. I strongly strike in Mumbai in order to feel that this is nothing but dictat- protest against the new computing terms and conditions by the erised scheduling system. As bus BEST union who held people to services were paralysed since early ransom for their selfish personal morning, it affected office-goers gains, resulting in auto rickshaw and even schoolchildren who had and taxi drivers taking advantage exams.

The worst affected were citizens of the situation and fleecing passengers and also, in many cases who depend on buses (a lifeline of they refused to ply for short dis- Mumbai) were stranded and many tances. The urgent need of the had to opt for auto rickshaws for hour is that the state government travel. There were also complaints and its officials must take very of refusals by autos at many places. strong action and handle the situa- With due respect to the rights of tion with iron hand and must bus drivers and conductors, as a apply the order of the Essential common man, it’s a humble reCRUEL ACT: By resorting to a flash strike, the BEST employees have done gross injustice Services Maintenance Act (ESMA) quest to the concerned to avoid to lakhs of Mumbaikars, especially office-goers and students appearing for exams. to teach them very strong lesson so such a halt-at-depots and not to that lakhs of Mumbaikars are not create unfortunate and unex20,000 staffers of the Briahnmum- put to the test by their uncouth be- pected situations for commuters. A the best in the country.

— Dr. V. Subramanyan, Thane bai Electric Supply and Transport haviour. humble request to the concerned — Bhagwan Thadani, Mumbai employees to resume the duty at (BEST) for protesting against the

adoption of the new software to orthe earliest!!

THE unexpected flash strike by ganise shifts of conductors and

— Mohsin Mansoor Darvesh, Jogeshwari

BEST strike: Unfortunate, unexpected THE whole of Mumbai will join you in your front page declaration 'Best is worst' (ADC, Apr.2). The High Court has called the strike illegal and directed the employees to resume work but in spite of that, most of the drivers had stayed away and the commuters were put to great hardship. The students appearing for examinations were not able to reach their centres on time and had to start their exams late.

The reason for the srike seems to be the implementation of the 'Canadian Schedule' software for the optimum utilisation of drivers' and conductors' working hours by regularising their shifts in the whole city. This software has been reportedly tried out in some 12 depots and has been received very well. But still most of the drivers had resorted to the strike despite the General Manager's personal request not to do so. Such anarchic tendencies will only lower the good opinion about the BEST as really

TREACHERY: In 1978, Pawar had betrayed the then Cong (I) CM Vasantdada Patil by causing a vertical split in the legislature party.

Sharad Pawar's folly IN the light of the ongoing slang match between the UPA and the Opposition, Sharad Pawar seems to have forgotten his “own achievements” of the past. Does he remember the days of the Janata Party rule at the Centre from March 1977 to July 1979? In the year 1978, the Maratha “strongman” had betrayed the then Congress (I) CM Vasantdada Patil. By causing a vertical split in its legislature party, he had walked away to get crowned as the CM of the fledgling PDA. What was the “principle” that guided him to follow this treacherous path is anybody’s guess. And now, 36 years later, the NCP leader is mocking at the various suggestions emanating from the Opposition quarters in the State about the possible realignments in the State’s political scenario.

—Arun Malankar, Santacruz

A matter of adjustment POLL manoeuvres are increasing day by day as the General elections are fast approaching. The role played by political parties on the eve of elections are mysOF terious and the people LETTER THE DAY should not become fools in the process. Against Rahul Gandhi, BJP is fielding TV Bahu Smriti Irani and Kumar Vishwas of AAP is already in the fray. However, BJP ducks in Rae Bareli and nominates a nondescript local lawyer against

Sonia Gandhi and similarly at Varanasi, Congress is ducking under pressure and both SP and Congress field a common candidate. This shows both Congress and BJP are trying their best to give a chance to their main leaders to get elected at focal points and leaving others in the lurch to face the music. BJP don't want to give jitters to Sonia Gandhi and in the same way Congress is not interested to trouble Modi in Varanasi. So it would be a smooth sailing for Sonia Gandhi and the BJP's prime ministerial candidate Narendra Modi.

amends with some wins to cover up their misdeeds and become prominent. Recent wins in T-20 World Cup and an entry in the T-20 semi-final stage made our skipper to issue statements after keeping mum for so long. Even the press was not allowed to talk to the captain in view of his alleged involvement in match fixing involving his team CSK. — S. Abhisheck Ramaswamy, Nerul

minor collisions with other vehicles on the road cause no permanent damage.

Of course, the peripheral children are charged half the fare and also learn Newton's laws of motion en route to school. Auto rickshaw drivers follow the road rules depicted in the film 'Ben Hur' and are licensed to irritate.

— Altaf H Ladiwala, Bandra

— Jayanthi S. Maniam, Sion

Board's inaction condemnable

BETTING is part and parcel of Indian cricket scene and both IPL 4 — C.K.S. Maniam, Vashi and the World Cup 2011 were fixed as per the communication now received. Betting and match-fixing have long been hot topics of discusIN recent times we have seen spate sion in cricketing circles and among of retirements from International fans, but for the first time a report of cricket and more so from Test the International Cricket Council’s cricket. It is better to retire when Anti- Corruption and Security Unit ( people ask “why” rather than wait- ACSU) has revealed how players are ing for a long time and the fans ask- approached and trapped by these “why not”? . Sachin Tendulkar set networks. The confidential report the ball rolling with his retirement hints that some matches of the 2011 at the age of 40. He was waiting to complete his 200th Test match and that was arranged in his home ground for him to make way rather easily. He kept his fans waiting for a long time as his form failed to keep APROPOS 'India's first Funicular him in the running for a place in Railway to be functional by SepTests. After the Ashes defeat, tember 2014' (ADC, Apr.1), it is inGreame Swann announced his redeed a very heartening piece of tirement in frustration of his poor news that the first Indian Funicushow with the ball. Even Trott left lar Railway is going to be operathe Ashes series abruptly quoting tional in September, that too so stress factor for his quitting the close to Mumbai. It would cergame for the time being. Thus it is tainly attract more visitors and as retirement time and we can see rightly pointed out by ADC that many more players calling it a day.

— C.K. Subramaniam, Sanpada not only devotees, but other nature lovers like those from the BNHS and other individuals, who love to visit the hilly region, this AFTER keeping mum for the best Funicular Railway would attract part of T-20 World Cup league them certainly, as the ride is just 12 matches, Dhoni is trying to open his minutes over a very gentle gradient mouth when the going is good by (17 degrees). It is sad to learn that saying that T-20 is now a more serisuch a well conceived project got ous affair. IPL6 findings clearly reimperiled due to bureaucratic vealed the role played by CSK delay of the MoeF and thereby esofficials, members and the players calating the costs. Such funicular in fixing vital matches to get monetransport one could experience in tary benefit, It is a regular feature the tourist destinations like that our tainted cricketers keep Salzburg in Austria leading to mum when the inquiry is going on Hohen Salzburg, then in Paris to in full swing and when their names Mont Matre, the famous milky come in for scrutiny and make

Time for retirement

World Cup, which Mahendra Singh Dhoni’s men won on home turf, and the fourth season of the Indian Premier League, which followed soon after, were not clean. A total of 470 matches and more than 200 practice sessions were covered by the ACSU to compile the report. Despite all the brickbats on the Indian Cricket Board about fixing we have not unearthed the real culprits.

Auto (risk)shaw ALLOW me to share with you all, the wonders of an auto rickshaw. This triangular vehicle carries iron rods, gas cylinders or passengers three times its weight and dimension, at an unspecified fare. After careful geometric calculations, children are folded and packed into these auto rickshaws until some children in the periphery are not in contact with the vehicle at all. Then their school bags are pushed into the microscopic gaps all round so those

Aamir Khan's timely appeal WE all must follow Aamir Khan’s appeal in his popular pro-people TV show ‘Satyamev Jayate’ on Sunday, March 30, regarding voting in the coming general elections. We need not kneel before any kind of moneypower i.e. the ‘offerings’ in terms of cash or kind by the ‘candidate.’ Similarly, we must not also be afraid of any kind of threat from any anti-social or anti-national ‘candidate’ and vote for him or her. We need not bow down to muscle power.

— Hansraj Bhat, Borivali

Funicular Railway: A grand project

Dhoni breaks his silence now

MARVEL: The Funicular Railway travel could earlier be experienced only in Paris, Austria and other tourist destinations abroad. This will be India's first. white stone built cathedral & other tourist destinations in Europe.

Mumbaikars would eagerly look forward to its inauguration certainly. With its inauguration, Mum-

bai would boast of two firsts, one the Monorail, already operational and then this Funicular Railway in India, both in 2014.

— Bikram Banerjea, Mumbai

Remembering Sam Bahadur

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Today, April 3, 2014, is the birth centenary of late Field Marshal SHFJ Manekshaw. ADC remembers Sam Bahadur, as he was popularly known, the indefatigable Field Marshal and his tryst with death

A gritty fighter till the end

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ield Marshal Sam Hormusji Framji Jamshedji Manekshaw remains one of the most enigmatic personas of our times. Popularly known as Sam Bahadur, a name purportedly uttered by a Gorkha soldier after failing to recall his tongue-twister Parsi name, literally means — Sam, the fearless; and remains his most easily remembered name till date.

Sam cheated death on a few occasions, both in a battlefield and away from it. He, however, lived on to be nonagenarian. Sam wanted to be a doctor much like his military-doctor father but ended being a field marshal.

As a young captain, while posted in Burma and fighting a war with the Japanese in 1942, he was critically wounded with as many as nine bullets lodged in his body. While battling for life, his valiant Sepoy Sher Singh came to his rescue and saved him from certain death.

The valiant Sikh soldiers of his platoon proclaimed: “Captain Manekshaw is the crown of our head and has to be rescued at any cost”. Sam's orderly, Sher Singh, carried him on his back a good distance to the medical aid post where the army doctors were forced to treat him on priority.

Sam Manekshaw was decorated with a Military Cross (MC) for his exemplary courage during this period as it was feared he might die. MC, it may be known, was not awarded posthumously until 1979. Sam not only survived the ordeal but lived on to be 94.

Sam would eventually leave all his admirers on June 27, 2008, peacefully in his sleep in his Conoor home — Stavka — in the Nilgiris hills, surrounded by fam-

ily members and well-wishers.

Towards the later years of his life, Sam Manekshaw, who otherwise enjoyed robust health despite his grave injuries early in life, needed medical help to overcome some respiratory problems that began surfacing.

That was when an army doctor, Colonel BNBM Prasad, a pulmonary specialist was assigned to attend to the field marshal.

The two would eventually share a bond beyond the usual doctor-patient relationship that lasted till the end, and curiously enough even beyond his death.

Gen Prasad offers rare insight of the gritty Sam, the fearless, even moments before passing away: Sam Manekshaw would often relate many tales from his life to his doctor as they spent considerable time together during recuperation. He often spoke fondly of his darling wife Silloo, who preceded him on February 13, 2001, after a brief illness.

He would also speak of his dot-

FM SHFJ Maneckshaw with his platoon of Gorkha soldiers.

ing daughters Sherry and Maja, son-in-laws Dinky Batliwala and Dhun Daruwalla, and grandchildren who also called him 'Sam'.

Above all, the field marshal's favourite talk would invariably revolve around his dear Gorkha soldiers who were more than just a family to him.

Dr. Prasad easily reminisces 1971, the year when he was a student at Mysore Medical College as a period charged with patriotic fervour. India had defeated Pakistan decisively and a new country Bangladesh was created. Gen SHFJ Manekshaw, then Army Chief, was the toast of the nation.

"What impressed me the most on my first personal meeting with him was his magnetic charm. He was a star attraction as he slowly walked in the corridors of the hospital. People in the vicinity used to look at him with bated breath and admire silently despite his age and ill health," recalls Gen Prasad.

Sam with Colonel BNBM Prasad.

A year later while staying in a Mumbai hotel, the field marshal developed acute chest infection due to exposure to chill from the air conditioner. He was air dashed to Delhi and was brought to Army Hospital (R&R).

"When I examined him on his arrival, I found him quite sick and weak, barely able to walk.”

Despite his illness he politely declined to sit on a wheel chair and walked all the way to the radiology department for a x-ray.

He was found to be suffering from a severe chest infection and required immediate hospitalization. "As he was not inclined for an immediate hospitalization, I took the risk of treating him at his younger daughter’s residence in Delhi after convincing hospital authorities to permit domiciliary care," recalls Gen Prasad.

To his doctor, Sam would recount his father Dr. Hormusji Manekshaw's concern for his health and of the letter his father wrote asking him to give up smoking and drinking with a stern warning “Son, if you drink and smoke any more you will be dead soon.” Sam joked: “Doctor, had I listened to my father and stopped drinking and smoking as I did initially, I would have died long time back.”

Both advancing age and weak lungs by now began to progressively decline his health. He wished to spend last part of his life in his favorite house, Stavka, in Connoor. He was relatively at ease in his own surroundings amidst Gorkha orderlies, pets, garden and local people.

Final days with his doctor "The last time I saw him was on an emergency visit from Delhi at Military Hospital Wellington, Nilgiris, following deterioration of his condition on June 22, 2008."

This time I found a pale self of the ageing field marshal. He was gasping for breath and was bedridden and was barely able to open his eye lids.

"My long experience of dealing such cases, who have chronic lung disease complicated by a deadly broncho-pneumonia which the frail and 94-year-old field marshal was suffering from,

made me sound alarm bells and alert all concerned expecting an inevitable in next few hours," recalls Gen Prasad.

Given his condition, Dr. Prasad feared that their most illustrious patient would not possibly survive the next 24 hours. Killer pneumonia was getting the better of the gritty warrior. Grandson Jehan and son-in-law Dhun Daruwala had lost hopes and were praying at his bedside for a miracle. His daughters, Sherry and Maja were on their way from Chennai and Delhi.

When his daughters came, he recognized them and spoke to them for the last time. Moments before the end, those present around him would witness an amazing happening.

Sam’s younger daughter, Maja, while trying to control her emotions, spoke about the life and times of her illustrious father to her near comatose father, acknowledging her love for him.

The moment she mentioned the name of her mother Silloo, he responded despite his state. The monitor which showed his oxygen saturation precipitously low and falling, suddenly shot up briefly while his breathing and pulse remained stable.

He passed away during wee hours peacefully on June 27, 2008, while his daughters held his hand and prayed. He perhaps had the premonition of his death.

He told an attending doctor few days before his death pointing at a skin rash on his forearm that he will be dead once the rash disappears. Sure enough the rash disappeared, and so did the legend.

Despite debilitating illness, the field marshal had once asked: “Doctor, why can’t you have a scotch in my name? My sincere apologies that I just can’t give you company for the reasons better known to you.”

A week after he passed away, Col Prasad would have a surprise visitor. The field marshal's grandson dropped by his office in Delhi to deliver a small gift -- a bottle of scotch under instructions from his grandfather with the following note: "Col Prasad, FM sent his apologies that he could not drink this with you..."

Based on conversations with Colonel BNBM Prasad.

Sam listens to his dear Gorkha soldiers who were more than just a family to him.

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What a catch!

That’s right, we’re talking about you! You’re smart, good looking and love your man to bits. But, are you the girl that guys are lucky to be with or the girl that they complain about when they’re with their friends? Rhea Dhanbhoora & Shirley Mistry tell you about the ten things that can make you the perfect girlfriend

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ontrary to what you think, your man’s perfect woman is not posing in a magazine or lounging on a billboard somewhere. He's hoping that his perfect woman is you! Apart from going ga-ga over celebrities and talking about lingerie models, men are just like us. They want a real, meaningful relationship with someone thoughtful, fun and friendly — who loves them to bits. We know you spend most of your time looking for Mr. Right (turn to page 20 for more about the perfect man) but if you want to be Ms. Right for your boyfriend, take a look at what you need to be like.

So thoughtful!

You know what your partner likes and because he can't tolerate take-out, to dislikes and you are receptive of his choices, organising his socks by colour because opinions and feelings. Even though you that's how he likes them arranged — you may have a different way of looking at are accepting of his quirks and habits and things, you still respect his point of view even find them endearing. For you, going and go out of your way to do small things to out of your way to make him happy isn't a make his day better. Right from not cooking chore. Instead, it is something you enjoy broccoli for dinner because he can't stand it doing because you find his happiness and making an effort to cook dinner gratifying enough.

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>> Being there for your guy without being too clingy is one way you can become the perfect girlfriend

We understand that you don't need to become best friends with each of his family members just because you’re in a relationship, but it is important to make an effort. You take pride in acquainting yourself with his family and always remember important dates such as birthdays and anniversaries. You are up to date on important doctor's appointments, graduation parties and significant events, even though you may not talk to his parents or siblings everyday. Also, you understand that although you may not particularly appreciate a lot of the remarks that your partner's father or sister makes, it is better to let it slide than to pick a fight. You know that your boyfriend's family means the world to him and never stop him from spending time with them — just like you do with yours.

Above all, you know how to strike a balance between staying involved and being overbearing.

not a nagger While you really want your boyfriend to pull up his socks and help you clean up after dinner instead of watching a movie he's already seen twice, or help out with the laundry instead of playing a game on his phone, you know better than to nag. You understand that nagging is just going to make him resent you and he will become even more reluctant to help out. Instead, you know how to get through to your boyfriend without coming across as irritating and have a mature way of handling situations. You would much rather have an honest chat with him about things and work out a system that suits you both, instead of whining and slamming doors. >> Giving him his privacy shows that you trust him

you value privacy You may be head over heels in love and want to do everything with your boyfriend by your side, but you understand where to draw the line. You wouldn't like it if you found him rummaging through your purse or rifling through your email and you understand the importance of extending him the same courtesy. You are secure about your relationship and don't need to know who is calling him every time his phone rings. You give him his space and privacy and know where your boundaries should lie. Trust issues can make or break any relationship.

No matter how much you love to be around each other, if your feelings translate into paranoia every time he meets a girl, or you can't let him have a night to himself because you're worried he will stray and keep calling

his phone at work, you're not the most easy of this might be a generalisation, it's still girl to be around. true. After all, would you want to spend all your time with a man who does nothing but whine about how terrible everything is and attentive not clingy then build castles in the sky, expecting you to You think you love attention? Your man loves fit in with an unrealistic idea of the perfect it just as much. Guys may act all macho, but woman? Stop expecting him to be Prince everyone loves an attentive partner. This Charming and be more practical. doesn't mean he wants you to kiss and cuddle him when you're outdoors, but he conFidence counts would like to feel like he's your man. There's no need to prove to the world that you're in a Are you always insecure about the way you relationship (that's right, let go of his hand!) look, think you're going to be a failure in but a secret smile or catching his eye across your career and can't even decide what the room once in a while is something he will colour to paint your walls without agonising over it for days? Stop! Men are not really appreciate. fond of women who are not confident and comfortable in their own skin. Instead of you know when to trying to make him jealous or asking him if stop talking he thinks you're prettier than the girl across We women love to talk, don't we? A man who doesn't understand or respect that is not worth your time, but you need to learn to be a good listener too! If you're a really good girlfriend, you're not going to be talking 24/7 without letting him get a word in edgewise, because the truth is — guys love to talk too! We know that you need to tell him all about your annoying coworkers and your terrible boss and we're sure he'd love to hear about that oh-sogorgeous pair of shoes you saw on your way home, but he probably has things to say too. Remember, he's your boyfriend and not your girlfriend. A little silence will go a long way in cementing your bond.

And if you just can't keep the news of that new sale quiet — talk to your friends!

you are a positive realist Men don't want to hear about your fairytale wedding. They're going to run in the opposite direction if you always want to talk about your future and they really aren't fond of whiny girls — not for the long haul anyway. While all

the room, act the way you want him to treat you. Walk the talk, be sure of yourself and don't morph into what you think he wants.

Be your own person and if he doesn't like you for who you are — he's not right for you! If he does, you're being a good girlfriend and are lucky enough to have found your perfect man.

the attraction quotient Okay, we're not saying you have to be a gymnast in bed to be the perfect girlfriend, but men do love a girl who is attracted to them. Even if you're not ready to be intimate, your relationship should include telling him how handsome he looks and stealing kisses when you're outdoors. Men love to feel wanted — so go ahead and make him feel like you've got eyes only for him. >> Showing him that you’re attracted to him will make him feel good about himself and the relationship

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ruling the ramp

Neeta Lulla is a name synonymous with Indian fashion. Shirley Mistry talks to her about her spring/ summer collection, tells us what a day in her life is like and gives us her take on this season’s fashion trends.

>> We loved the colours, cuts and minimal embellishment in Neeta Lulla’s spring/ summer collection at LFW 2014

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ver the years, Neeta Lulla has become a name to reckon with as far as the fashion industry is concerned. While other designers made their foray into the business, had their two minutes of fame and often faded into oblivion, Neeta Lulla is a designer who’s work has been much appreciated, collection after collection, for the past two decades. A favourite with several Bollywood celebrities and the recipient of four national awards for her work as a costume designer, Neeta Lulla talks to us about her recent collection, her fashion sensibilities and much more.

Tell us about your Indo-western diffusion line that was showcased at Lakmé Fashion Week. Is it aimed at the younger fashionista of today?

It is, in fact, aimed at the young fashionista of today, whose style evolves with every new trend. In my eyes, she is someone who also requires simplicity, comfort, flexibility and utility. My collection employs uncomplicated/ simple cuts to create easy silhouettes, including paired separates that create unique outfits and endless combinations. The plainness of the collection belies the sensual undertone upon which it has been built.

What’s your take on the reinvention of traditional silhouettes and the burst of fresh cuts and designs that have taken centre stage when it comes to Indian wear?

Wearability is important for most people when it comes to Indian wear, as are the elements from our roots. It’s this core of modern silhouettes which appeals to the Indian consumer’s needs of daily dressing, as it is both easy and practical. >> Read on to find out what a day in Neeta Lulla’s life is like

The time leading up to a fashion show is hectic, to say the least. Tell us what your typical month is like when a big show is looming large.

My days are usually endless, pondering over new designs, putting together a look, garment production and working

against time on embroideries. Then I have to work on the guest list, put together the music and the list goes on!

What is fashion going to be like in spring/ summer 2014?

I see a lot of bright, tropical colours, easy silhouettes and comfort-wear this season, with trends that are inspired by global awareness.

What is a gross fashion error you see too many women make today?

Women don’t realise that brands don’t make you a fashionista.

What is a must-have closet staple for the months to come?

Well-cut jeans, a well-tailored white shirt, an elegant basic outfit in neutral colours along with a smart bag and a few interesting accessories will serve you well.

Who are some of the upcoming Indian designers whose work has caught your eye?

A lot of the young designers today work with diverse sensibilities that are very appealing. I applaud each one and wish them a great future.

Do you remember the very first outfit you designed? How did your journey as a designer start?

My first outfit was a film costume for Kimi Katkar, which was disastrous and needed to be reworked overnight. That is how my journey started.

You’re designing fabulous clothes, decorating homes and are even at the helm of a Whistling Woods - Neeta Lulla School of Fashion. How do you juggle it all and what’s next?

As they say, ‘the show must go on’, so I will always work towards creating and doing something new. The journey is what keeps me going.

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out of the way

« 5 ways to rock: crop tops + pencil skirts 1. edgy If you want to look more quirky than razor sharp in your crop top and pencil skirt combo, pick a skirt that has a graphic print on it. Geometric prints work as well. Pair it with a strappy crop top with cutouts for an edgier look.

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s a working woman, you will be spending most of your time travelling to and from work in the heat. If you leave your hair lose, it will end up sticking to your neck and a fringe will cause beads of sweat to ruin your makeup on the way to a big meeting. But, tying it into a casual bun may not work so well in a professional setting. So, we spoke to Shailesh Moolya, national hair trainer at Lakmé Salons, who gave us five hairstyles you can wear to work, that will keep your hair off your face and neck and look super chic at the same time.

Make 4 vertical sections of your hair, pull them back and tie each section into a ponytail. l Start twisting the ponytail from the bottom till it coils and becomes like a twisted rope. With the help of a bobby pin, secure it at the desired place. l Follow the same steps with the other ponytails to form a horizontal row of twisties at the back. You can play around with how high or low you place your twisties to create a different look. l

Part your hair completely down the center and pick a side for the chignon to rest on. Pull all your hair to that side and create two ponytails, one in each hand. l Tie your smoothed-down hair into a loose knot.

Wrap one side around to the right and stick a hair pin in to hold. l Repeat on the left side and hold it down with a pin. l Finish it off with a medium-hold hairspray.

4.roCk-ChiC Jazz up your look by picking either a leather skirt or crop top. If you want to skip the leather, opt for pieces in dark neutrals and add a studded jacket to the ensemble. Pair it with ankle length boots and an oversized envelope clutch to finish off.

>> Kylie Jenner pulls off the crop top and pencil skirt combo perfectly

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FrenCh knot l Take a horse-shoe shaped section at the crown and divide it into two vertical sections. l Tie a simple knot using both sections. l Hold the knot and push the two other sections below the existing section. l Add it to the hair left out of the knot and tie another knot with the newly merged hair. l Keep repeating this till you reach the nape of your neck and secure it with bobby pins.

3. CoLour Crush The Colour Crush range from Lakmé has several gorgeous colours, of which this blue one is our absolute favourite. It's not too insipid and is different from the mints and baby blues we've been surrounded by the entire year.

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3. dress it down You can also pair a basic pencil skirt in jersey fabric with a vest style crop top and a slouchy bag for an everyday look. It is decidedly casual but super stylish.

sLeek high PonytaiL Straighten your hair till it is poker straight. l Brush it back to keep it smooth and decide how high you want your pony tail to be. l Tie the pony tail back with elastic, ensuring that your hair remains smooth. l Take a small piece of hair from the underside of the ponytail and wind it around the base of the ponytail to cover the elastic. Pin it into place with the help of a bobby pin.

2. Pink FLamenCo This hot pink nail polish from OPI is a gorgeous shade that will add a touch of colour to your outfit. The deep pink is a good shade for a working professional since it's not too garish.

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2. vintage ChiC Pick a crop top and pencil skirt set with a pastel, floral or vintage print. You could also opt for one with daisies on it as they are a big trend this summer. Pair it with summer sandals and a sling bag for a feminine, flirty look.

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1. kiwi CooLada Nothing beats China Glaze when it comes to bright, pop colours for the summer. Pick up this kiwi shade to add a dash of bright green to your summer look.

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Shirley Mistry gives you five ways to wear the combination that’s all the rage

With a sweltering Indian summer in full-swing, you’re going to want to sport fuss-free hair to keep yourself cooler at work. Shirley Mistry gives you some chic, work-appropriate summer hairstyles

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5. LunCh date Look like you've made an extra effort without going overboard by pairing a simple pencil skirt with a fun crop top. You can choose from printed ones to bright colours. Accessorise with rings and cuff bracelets to look chic and fashionable.

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« celeb hit or miss: glynda alves takes a look at what our leading ladies wore this week « «

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For the CasuaL oFFiCe If your work environment is causal and accepting of your individual style, try sporting retro waves. They are simple to do and look stunning. l Apply volumnising spray throughout your hair to add texture and part your hair to the left. l Start on the left side of the part and take three sections of hair, beginning at the front of your hairline. l With the section closest to the hairline, cross over the middle section of hair and begin to French braid around your hairline. As you add hair to the braid from the outside sections, roll the braid counter-clockwise as you make your braid. l Continue braiding till you reach the nape of your neck and secure it together with an elastic. l Repeat on the opposite side. l Overlap the lengths of both braids at the back of your head and tuck them in at the nape of your neck. To conceal and hold the lengths of hair, secure the up-do with pins. l Finish it off with lots of hairspray to hold everything in place.

This poor girl looks like she's wearing some bride's punishment bridesmaid dress. The floral motif is gaudy and looks like someone threw up Candy Crush on her blouse. The skirt material looks cheap and the shine is just so out of style.

There's too much going on and unfortunately, none of it is good.

We like both the elements but together they don't seem to work. The jacket, while unique, would have suited a fitted black skirt so much better. And yes, her slate grey skirt is flowy and lovely but hides her va-va voom figure when paired with the jacket. Hair and makeup gets a thumbs up from us as usual.

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riCha Chadda

Richa plays it safe in a dull gold shift dress. We like the work on the dress but overall, while classy, the outfit is a little too plain. A statement cuff would have added a dash of oomph to her ensemble.

Also, those shoes look a size small for her and make her toes poke out — not a good look, love! PS: your phone is not a clutch.

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sushmita sen

Yes, we know the crop top and fitted skirt trend is big right now, but Sush seems to have got it all wrong. The look is supposed to be demure with a flash of skin but Sush's top just makes the outfit tacky. She loses points with her hair and over-the-top makeup which is more drag queen than beauty queen. Come on Sush, you're a natural stunner, you don't need the cake-up!

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krishika LuLLa

It looks like it's been a bad week for the ladies! The dress is a pretty colour but might be a ill-fitting for Krishika. But, the dress is actually not the problem here.

Her look lacks appeal because of those chunky gold shoes. They kill the delicate feel of the dress. The elaborate bouffant hairstyle further incriminates this outfit.

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Summer Ready

It can be quite a challenge to face the summer sun and still stay cool at work.

Radhika gives you tips on how to beat the heat as a working woman

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ummer doesn’t have to mean endless sweating or tricky hair and skin problems. It can also mean weekends on the beach, diving into a pool or spending your evenings sipping on cooling cocktails. But, if you have to work through the summer, it can be difficult to get through the day. With long travel to work and being stuck in traffic jams, summer can leave you feeling hot and flustered. Well, not anymore. We told you how to keep your hair in a work-friendly summer style (page 16-17), and now, read on to find out what to carry with you and what to wear to work so you can have a comfortable working summer.

What to Wear l It is very important to be comfortable in your clothes during summer.

The coolest material is cotton. It helps with the circulation of air and absorbs body moisture. l Try and wear bright colours, including white. They reflect the heat of the sun while dark coloured clothes are known to be good absorbents of heat. l Simple clothing such as slip dresses, shirt dresses, white shirts, kneelength shorts, skirts and palazzo trousers are good options.

saving your skin l Always keep a bottle of water with you. Although this is the most clichéd advice we could give you, it will help you in the long run.

Drinking water keeps you hydrated and makes up for all the fluids lost through sweat. l Make sure your tiffin includes a diet with high water content. Fruits such as watermelon, grapes, oranges and pineapples, and vegetables such as broccoli, spinach and cabbage have the highest water content.

Salads should form the most significant part of your tiffin. l Never step out without sunscreen, sunglasses and a scarf covering your hair. It’s a win-win situation. You can still look glamorous while saving your skin and hair. l Using hairspray before you go outdoors also helps. It keeps your hair hydrated as well as safe from the summer sun.

picking accessories l We often tend to forget to protect our feet from the sun. The best way to make it in time for that train or bus is in strappy flats, but they are not exactly work-appropriate. Ankle length strappy flats are stylish and also look professional. l High-heel lovers don’t be disappointed. Summer doesn’t mean you stop loving your heels. Opt for wedges or strappy heels instead. Just let your feet breathe. l Keep the weight on your shoulders very light. Divide the weight if you can. Try carrying a sling bag and a separate tiffin bag so as to make a style statement and still divide the weight. l Small totes are a good idea if you carry a laptop bag.

Must-have’s in your handbag l l l l l

Sunscreen Lip balm Hair spray with SPF Hand towel Wet wipes

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Body mist Light scarf Deodorant Wide tooth comb Hand sanitiser

>> Don’t let the summer heat ruin your work day

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co-Worker revealing your secrets? find out What to do I am really good friends with a colleague at work, but she has recently been getting me into embarrassing situations. Whenever I tell her something personal, she talks about it in a loud voice a day later. It got worse last week when I told her about how I was resenting being made to work for longer hours and she started talking about it out loud — in front of my boss! I like her and she’s a good friend, but I don’t know how to get her to stop doing this.

What can I do?

— shruti More, colaba dear shruti, The best way out for you is to have a talk with her. Sit her down and tell her that while you

like talking to her, she’s been putting you in awkward situations at work. Maybe she doesn’t realise what she is doing, so, talking to her about it will help. You can also make a pact with her; at work, talk only about work, leaving all the personal talk for after work hours. If worse comes to worst and she still doesn’t stop embarrassing you, your best option would be to avoid talking to her about things that you don’t want the rest of the office to know. send your questions to womansworld@afternoondc.in before Wednesday

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Airing it out I

f you think that your house is stuffy and always hotter than the climate outside, it's possible that your home is not well ventilated. Proper ventilation will not only bring you respite when it’s hot, it will also ensure better quality of air in your home. Breathing in stale air is really bad for health, so if your house is not properly ventilated, you’re going to have to worry about more than just the summer heat. We help you out with some tips that will improve the ventilation and overall quality of air in your home.

The firsT sTep The first step you should take to improving the ventilation is, unsurprisingly open all the windows and doors in your home. Remember that we’ve used the word ‘and’ and not ‘or’. Opening only one window or door won’t result in better air-flow. The air needs an inlet as well as an outlet — and the best way to ensure this is to open windows and doors that are on opposite sides of the room for a few hours every day. This will result in a constant breeze wafting through the room.

If your home doesn’t have proper ventilation, you’re going to have to deal with a stuffy room that will make the hot summer months even more unbearable. Dev Goswami tells you how to keep your surroundings cool

overpower the breeze coming in through windows or doors. This will defeat the purpose of keeping them open in the first place. So, before you turn on your fan, open the windows and doors and see if it is bearable. If you still feel hot, then you can consider turning on the fans. At the same time, when you feel that there is no breeze coming in from the outside, you can use ceiling as well as table fans to improve air circulation within a room.

keep planTs To improve qualiTy One of the best ways to ensure the quality of the air in your home is to have house plants near your windows. Various studies done over the years have shown that plants not only help release oxygen into the atmosphere, but also filter the indoor air, helping to improve overall air quality.

Some of the plants that you can choose include aloe, spider plants, snake plants and chrysanthemums.

a cool Trick

So you’ve got a well-ventilated house with a constant breeze. But, are you annoyed about the hot air coming in? You can take exhausTs care of that with this neat little trick — Exhaust fans help with proper ventilation take a thin cotton sheet and dip it in and are extremely important if you don’t water. Then simply spread it out over your want the atmosphere indoors to get stuffy windows and this will make the air in the long run. Places such as the kitchen coming into your house much cooler. This and bathroom tend to be full of hot, will also help lower your electricity bill. humid air. While the hot air will go out through windows (if you keep them open), place iT righT using an exhaust fan will expedite the process and ensure that your kitchen and An important way to ensure that your bathrooms stay relatively cooler and have house doesn’t get too hot is to place your better air-flow. appliances right. For example, do not place a TV or a computer in your bedroom — they emanate heat and will make the Turn off The fans room hotter. Similarly, try and place the Yes, we mean that. While ceiling fans do stove as close to the window as possible so help to circulate air throughout your that the heat generated while cooking has house on a daily basis, they sometimes an easy outlet.

>> Opening the windows in your home is one of the easiest ways to increase ventilation

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A new application that was developed after the 2012 rape case in Delhi, Nirbhaya can be used in emergency situations. A single click will send a distress signal to a group or a single contact. The application can even send a distress call when you shake your phone! And, if you're always on the move, you can set it up to send your location to select contacts every once in a while, so someone always knows where you are. price Free platform Android

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date or drop him?

If regular heart-to-hearts with your girlfriends revolve around trying to decipher the mixed signals your boyfriend is giving you, this article will help. Radhika tells you about a few signs so you can see whether your man is going to nurture your heart or break it >> Hold on to him if he continues to bring a smile on your face

« SoS: Solve our Situation!

think you can fix our readers’ complicated problems? read on...

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My boyfriend’s dad travels a lot for work. This means that his mum is often alone at home. I think she is great but I know she gives him guilt when we’re out together and she is alone at home... I know he feels bad about it. So, the other day...

Hey... you know what Gyan, sometimes we could take your mum out for... dinner or a movie, now and then?

Man! Yes! What a good idea. You wouldn’t mind?

Man... this is why I love you!

Haha! Silly!

Why would I mind?

Then, on our very next date... without telling me first, Gyan picks me up and he had brought his mother along.

Gyan! Aunty! I didn’t know you were coming!

Yay!

I was a little irritated that he had just sprung it on me...

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He supports you

He respects you

He is not afraid to sHow His love

He should respect your feelings and your opinions. Little gestures, such as asking for your point of view, will help make your relationship last. Respect will make you feel loved and appreciated. His respect should extend to your family and friends as well.

Too much PDA is a bad idea and you should run the opposite direction if he wants to be your Siamese twin; but little gestures of love can brighten your day. If he openly displays his love for you, you must be pretty important to him.

fter reading our story on page 13-14, you know by now whether you’re the perfect girlfriend, or if you need to shape up. But, does your man deserve it? Whoever said women are complicated was never in a long-term relationship with a man. Some men can sweep you off your feet, while others make you wonder if they are worth your time. Not every man can be relationship material, but once he has won you over, these hints will help you figure out if he is a keeper.

He loves your quirks We all have our own quirks. From mood swings and cravings to days when all you want to do is cuddle up in bed; your relationship challenge really begins the day you are ready to reveal that side to him. If he loves you with all of your quirks, then you are one lucky girl — because he’s a keeper!

He plans aHead Don’t start worrying if he is not planning your wedding yet, but look for baby steps such as travelling together in a few months or next year. If he plans ahead, that means he is serious, committed and wants to spend more time with you.

Support and encouragement goes a long way. It is very important to be a pillar of strength for each other when you’re in a relationship. Whether you want to start on a project that will take up all your time, or need to take a sabbatical that will last for a couple of months, if he encourages your wants and needs, hold on tight.

He Has interests It’s nice to be with someone who is passionate about something. It can be a sport, film or a fun activity. The fact that he has interests means you will have things to talk about and share. It will definitely keep the spark alive!

He is responsible Yes, his boyish charm will melt your heart initially, but imagine actually dating a child. Maturity and responsibility make a man more interesting. He should be fun, but also care about his career and not rebel against growing up. And even if you can take care of yourself, it’s nice to have someone pamper you once in a while.

« Dear grace, i have a problem...

dear Grace,

I recently got into a fight with my best friend and decided not to speak to her anymore.

My boyfriend is also friends with her (we were all in college together) and he seems to be taking her side! Not only does he still talk to her, he has started to constantly advise me to be the ‘bigger person’ and patch up, telling me how upset she has been since our

fight. Why isn’t he supporting my decision to cut her out of my life?!

— rebecca bhatt, Goregaon (w) dear rebecca, Since you were all friends, you have to realise that the two of you fighting doesn’t have to extend to him just because he is your boyfriend. Maybe he is trying to do a good thing by bringing you back together. To be

honest, unless she’s done something that you could never forgive, most issues can be sorted out, so there’s no harm being the bigger person. Talk to your boyfriend and tell him that you feel like he needs to support you more, but also think about talking to your friend. Life is too short to hold a grudge.

Send your questions to womansworld@afternoondc.in

Also that she was sitting in front with him. But, I figured that I would on the way back. But NO, she ran to catch the front seat.

And monopolised the conversation. I could have been a ghost for all they noticed me!

All in all, I thought it was a terrible time. Then, the next day Gyan comes by with a huge bunch of flowers for me...

The next morning he was coming over.Man...

I got my hair styled, dressed thank you babes! up a bit, bought cupcakes for our coffee break, had conversations My mum had the most with him in my head... Then he rang the bell and I got so nervous, I funtoever. was fun, no? I turned off the lights and pretended not be atIthome!

had a great time! I think we all did. Can’t wait for next time!

"I feel like a complete meanie, but I don’t think dating his mum is my scene!

She made it all about her! But, Gyan thinks I loved it because I suggested it!

How do I tell him it sucked?” — Ms. Miffed a) Don’t ruin a nice thing by over-thinking it. Instead, don’t think of the time that the three of you are out together as a date. Think of it as ‘her’ time, which is what it is actually. Make a fuss of her! b) Hahahaha! You have won SO many brownie points and you just don’t know!

Make sure Gyan lets his mum know it was YOUR idea. And make sure you have dates for just the two of you too. c) Make him take her out along sometimes. She’d like it better.

LAST WEEK: M should pick Option B: Underneath all these annoying selfproclamations of ‘Having it all’, your friend sounds like she is actually a little scared of the changes coming. Talk to her and ease her mind. But, tell her that Charu is not there for her to practise on.

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of a more seriously involved long-term relationship then you need to focus on careerbuilding very seriously.

Remember, every relationship brings I met a girl last year in June when I joined my responsibilities with it. Your computer institute. Actually she is the younger difference in status is very sister of the counsellor of that institute. I got real and though money attracted to her but could not tell her since our does not buy happiness, it is class timings were different. I somehow got her e- definitely a necessity in the mail ID and told her everything about what I feel real world. Therefore, you about her. She accepted my friendship and can continue your friendship but start including replied to all my e-mails, but now her course is your career plans in your conversations. Let her complete and she no more comes to the institute. see that you are a responsible and mature Right now she is out of station and will come back person who understands the responsibilities of

by December. I want to know how to deal with her life. If she has a liking for you, then such because her status is far better than mine and meaningful and responsible conversations could she is so confident. Please help me. warm her up to the possibility of a long-term I HAVE no inkling of your age, but since you relationship with you in spite of the current mention the computer institute, I presume that difference in status. you are in the career-building phase of your life.

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better if both of you could openly discuss this matter personally or with the help of a good sex counsellor.

Restraint in sex

I am 22 and my fiancé is 27. We are planning to get married sometime next year. Recently, he suggested that we live together until then, but we should refrain from any genital sex. He says that we could engage only in petting and caressing. I am a bit suspicious and concerned about this restraint by him. What I know of men and male sexuality is that men find it very difficult to exercise restraint in sex. Kindly explain.

IF you love each other, if you are sexually attracted to each other, if you have the freedom and privacy to get physically intimate, then it may be very difficult to refrain from going ahead with intercourse.

Physical intimacy may sexually arouse both of you to such an extent that it may become tormenting to avoid intercourse.

I wonder what is stopping you from getting married earlier!

There may be a deeper

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cause in the mind of your fiancé for avoiding intercourse. It may be related to performance anxiety or a self-doubt related to penis size or erectile ability. It could also be related to fear of pregnancy or even religious beliefs. It will be

What the cards say: The wheel of fortune is spinning in your favour.

Make the most of it.

Path: Explore new paths joyously and happily. Don’t be in a hurry.

Ally: Taurus will show you how to be peaceful. Avoid Gemini who will show you sophistry of thought and confuse you.

Card for the week: Tarot Key no. III The Empress. All good things, lovely and beautiful things will come to you in abundance.

What the cards say: A stale-mate situation.

Path: Use the waiting period wisely to know, learn and apply.

Don’t be arrogant.

Thank God for the new beginnings that are on their way.

Ally: Libra will make you see the right from the wrong and show you your mistakes. Stay away from Scorpio who will paralyse your thinking.

Card for the week: IV The Emperor, who indicates the need for maturity and taking responsibility for growth.

What the cards say: Beware of the Queen of Wands.

She is someone who will get the better of you.

Path: Humility and surrender. Operate from your heart.

Don’t relate through your mind. Let your heart be engaged.

Ally: Your ally this week is Taurus who will show you how to relax.

Card of the week: Tarot key no. IX The Hermit. He offers wisdom and patience. Be objective and connect with the powerful energies of the Hermit.

What the cards say: Your clinging will take a knock.

Path: Open up and accept. Don’t be afraid to let go.

Ally: Virgo will tell you the constructive truth. Avoid Capricorn who could bring your spirits down.

Card for the week: Tarot Key XX Judgment. Look carefully, you will be called to exercise right decision.

Your judgment will be important and consequences will be far reaching.

What the cards say: Look deep into things.

Path: Understand and see another perspective.

Don’t just clam shut.

Ally: Scorpio will understand your emotions. Avoid Cancer and their clinging ways.

Card for the week: The Tarot key XVII The Star calls for greater insight and inner knowledge for you to flower.

What the cards say: New spiritual insight could bring change.

Path: Follow the flash of insight that you might experience and break down boundaries. Don’t react but wait for things to become clear before deciding what you want to do.

Ally: Sun sign Scorpio could offer you genuine support. Avoid Sagittarius like plague. For them, this could be a game.

Card for the week: Tarot Key no. XVI The Tower. Old patterns will change with sudden insight and catharsis. An invitation to begin again.

What the cards say: A feeling of failure may depress you.

Path: Be an observer and see what you understand. There might be some startling things that you might discover. Don’t be rude or cutting but be guarded in your communication and be observant of what is going on. Be a little responsible.

Ally: Listen to the sensible Virgo and Taurus. Stay away from Aries and Aquarius. who will ask you to burn all your boats.

Card for the week: Tarot key no. XI Justice. You will be compensated for all that you have suffered.

What the cards say: The Sun is shining for you.

Path: Focus on the positive and constructive. Don’t dwell on past mistakes or failures.

Ally: Earth sign Virgo will understand you and show you the right solution. Avoid Aries.

You will not be able to handle their hysterical ways.

Card for the week: Tarot Key no. XIII Death.

Change is indicated that will bring new opportunities and insights.

What the cards say: Your are secure though lonely.

Path: Need more exposure to the world to understand it. Don’t get complacent.

Hold on.

Ally: Connect with Libra who will give you worldly advise. Avoid Gemini who will exploit you for gain.

Card for the week: Tarot key no. XIII Death.

It is the change that will sweep your life.

What the cards: You will feel agitated with fair queen of cups.

Path: You live on what you have. Don’t worry about others. Don’t be envious but enjoy what you have.

Ally: Water sign Pisces will give you good advice. Avoid critical Virgo who will be too sensible.

Card for the week: Tarot Key no. XXI The World which means liberation.

Freedom from restraints and constraints.

What the cards say: Psychological issues will need to be handled.

Path: You will need to make up your mind about the direction to take.

Don’t become arrogant and look down on lesser mortals.

Ally: Air sign of Taurus will be a good friend and show you the right way. Avoid the air sign Gemini who will encourage you in the wrong direction.

Card for the week: Tarot key no. III The Empress. You need to give freely to receive. There is abundance.

What the cards say: Don’t procrastinate any important decision with your loved one this week.

Path: Learn from mistakes. Some new opportunity can emerge. Don’t be anxious or over confident. Be balanced and wait for things to develop.

Ally: Fire sign Leo will be able to support you. Don’t follow Aries who will take you down the impulsive path.

Card for the week: Tarot Key no. II The High Priestess. It is time for discovering your inner processes, growth and knowledge.

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TOP VIEW

When we were at 60/USD, people said 75-80/USD and now we are back at 60/USD, they are saying 55-50/USD and I heard some 45/USD also. There are levels at which you believe that this is a recipe for increased volatility in the future and we would try and avoid reaching those levels. I think that a certain amount of leeway this way that way is fine; we are not overly worried about that.

Online Retail At $12.6 Bn In 2013, Up 33% RBI Governor Raghuram Rajan in a TV interview yesterday

By A Business Reporter

Nifty At New High, But ...

NSE India: CNX Nifty — Daily Market Report for: Thursday (April 3, 2014) (Based on the activity of the previous trading day) by Dominic Rebello

REVIEW OF THE PREVIOUS DAY: The Nifty rose marginally on Wednesday (April 02, 2014) a net 31.50 points (0.47%) and closed at the 6752 point level. The market opened up with a gap at the 6757 points level on positive global cues. It then rose further and registered the day’s high at the 6763 points level at 9.16 a.m. It then declined and registered the day’s low at the 6723 points level at 1.32 p.m. The index then rose sharply and turned into a range bound movement until closing at the day. The Nifty remained above its previous close throughout the session, moved in a range of 40 points and closed above the psychologically important 6750 points level. Sentiment was bullish and amongst the 50 Nifty stocks 32 were gainers, while 18 were losers. All the sectoral indices barring FMCG and metal closed in the green. Substantial buying was seen in realty, healthcare, oil & gas, PSU and capital goods stocks.

TECHNICAL ANALYSIS: Volume: Volume (Qty shares) increased 17.86%. This change is substantial and indicates a wide participation by investors.

Market Breadth: Overall Market Breadth on the NSE was positive. Amongst all the traded stocks, 1094 were gainers, 433 were losers and 39 remained unchanged.

Slow Stochastic Indicator: The Slow Stochastic Oscillator is in the over-bought zone. The Slow K line in the Stochastic Oscillator is above the slow D line (positive if it continues).

RSI Indicator: The RSI rose and crossed above the 80 level and is now rising (positive if it continues).

MACD Indica tor: The MACD is above zero and is rising (positive if it continues). It is above its 9-day Average (positive).

ADX Indicator & DI Lines: The +DI line is above the –DI line and both lines are diverging (positive if it continues). The ADX is rising while the Market Index is rising, which indicates that the present up trend is increasing in strength.

a strong market but with a neutral bias.

Suppor t Levels: For short-term traders the immediate main support is at the 6446 points level. The next support is at the 6338 points level.

Resistance Levels : The immediate main resistance is at the 6753 points level. The next resistance is at the 6809 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 = 6747 (This is the level where the trend is likely to change during intra-day).

Support (1) = 6730.

Support (2) = 6707.

Resistance (1) = 6770.

Resistance (2) = 6786.

OUTLOOK FOR TODAY: On Japanese candlestick patterns the index has formed a third consecutive doji pattern. This indicates that the i ndecisi veness amongst investors continue s. The next candle formation will confirm whether the bias is towards the buy or sell side of the market.

However, the index is above its 5, 15, 25 and 200 days moving averages and all the four averages are rising and also positively trended. Further, the velocity parameters too indicate strength. All these indicate a positive bias and the possibility of a fur ther up move unfoldi ng.

Incidentally, the index is approaching a major resistance level at the 6753 points level. (The index tested that level intra-day, yesterday and closed just below it). There is a possibility that it c ould find some res istance there.

However, if it crosses above it then a fur ther rise can be expected. Investors are advised to hold long positions.

Work with strict stop losses on all positions

Moving Averages (Trend Indicators) The index: Is above its 5-day average (at 6703) Positive.

Is above its 15-day average (at 6586) Positive.

Is above its 25-day average (at 6506) Positive.

Is above its 200-day average (at 6049) Positive.

All the four averages are positively trended. Positive.

presence of such a large number of online sellers testifies to the effinline retail reached USD 12.6 ciencies, lower capital costs and billion (Rs 62,967 crore) in the deep outreach that online marketcountry last year, an annual in- place provides to the retailers,” crease of 32.63%, Internet and Mo- IAMAI President Subho Ray said in bile Association of India (IAMAI) the release. said. In 2012, it was USD 9.5 billion Apparel and fashion accessories (Rs 47,349 crore). The industry make the majority of sales in the body said in a release that it ex- east and south, while jewellery, pects online retail to grow further leather and consumer item sales as policy and FDI issues are ad- are prominent in the north and dressed and delivery logistics im- western sectors, IAMAI said. Citprove.

Apparel and jewellery ing experts, it said growth in India’s brands which are marketing and online retail space is following selling their products increasingly global trajectory and proving to be through the online channel, were a sustainable and profitable marthe key drivers of the trade. keting and distribution model.

IAMAI estimates the number of IAMAI said that while technology online retailers to be over one mil- platforms tend to be run from city lion, representing a very wide centres, the bulk of logistical manrange of categories - electronics, agement such as storage, godowns books, apparel, accessories, and deliveries are being handled footwear, jewellery and so on. “The from Tier 2 and Tier 3 cities.

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Michael Mayer Appointed Brand Head Of Volkswagen

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ichael Mayer has been appointed as Director, Volkswagen Passenger Cars India. He will take over responsibility as the new Brand Head for Volkswagen Passenger Cars in India with effect from 1st June 2014. Mayer (45) who currently holds responsibility for Market Planning of Volkswagen Passenger Cars European Sales Division located in Wolfsburg, Germany, holds a degree in Engineering and Business Administration and has been with the Volkswagen Group since 1993.

In his career of over 20 years in the Volkswagen Group, Mayer has worked on a number of factory planning projects with assignments in China and Portugal.

Amongst the various positions he held in Volkswagen Passenger Cars, Mr. Mayer also headed Sales for the Western European Region.

In his function at Volkswagen Group, he oversaw the worldwide

Michael Mayer wholesale development activities.

Mr. Mayer also worked at Bentley Motors Ltd. for six years as both Head of its European Retail Development activities and Regional Director for UK and Europe with operational responsibility for the Bentley brand in Europe, including Russia and Central Asia. In his new role, he will be reporting to Thierry Lespiaucq, Managing Director, Volkswagen Group Sales India Private Limited.

BROKERAGE RECOMMENDATIONS

Overall Market Strength/Weakness: The indicators and oscillators discussed here are indicating

Religare calls a ‘Buy’ on Shree Cement

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.

Nomura calls a ‘Buy’ on NTPC

CMP: Rs. 5738 CMP: Rs. 122

Target Rs. 6200 Target Rs. 145

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Kopran gets UK's nod for supplying drug; shares jump over 19% Kolte Patil buys 30 acres of land in Pune for Rs 160 cr Ashok Leyland bags USD 50-mn order from Zimbabwe Neyveli Lignite FY14 output at 266 lakh tonnes exceeds target CESC adds 1.15 lakh new customers in 2013-14 Karnataka Bank targets 20.3% business growth in 2014-15 Oman keen to buy 20% stake in Petronet's LNG terminal.

But improvement will be gradual due to fragile economic recovery, says Crisil

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orporate India’s credit quality is on course for recovery, albeit gradually, in FY 2014-15 .

CRISIL believes the credit ratio – the ratio of rating upgrades to downgrades – may recover from the low levels seen last fiscal as pressure on profitability and demand eases.

Nevertheless, the overall credit quality will be far from buoyant in the near term, given the fragile economic growth and limited scope for reduction in interest rates.

The credit ratio, at 0.79 times in 2013-14, has remained weak for two years now as downgrades outnumbered upgrades on slowing demand, tight liquidity and high interest rates. However, moderation in downgrade intensity—to 10.1 per cent from 12.1 per cent in 2012-13— has helped the credit ratio recover marginally from 0.62 times in the previous fiscal. These rating actions were witnessed on a very large base of over 13,000 ratings, making them quite representative of the trends in corporate credit quality in India.

CRISIL downgraded ratings of

1,165 firms and upgraded those of 921 in the last fiscal. Around 90 per cent of the downgrades was on account of slowing demand, tight liquidity, and stretched working capital cycles. Companies in investmentlinked sectors such as power, construction, engineering and capital goods, and transport had more downgrades than firms in other sectors.

More than a third of the upgrades was on account of company-specific factors such as sustained track record of timely debt servicing and strongerthan-expected capital structure. Another third of upgrades was driven by improved business conditions for firms in sectors—such as packaged foods, textiles and agricultural products—that have linkages with exports, agriculture, and non-discretionary consumer segments.

Says Ramraj Pai, President - Ratings, CRISIL: “Our analysis indicates that firms with better profitability and low leverage have survived the downturn in economy well.” Firms with a return on capital employed (RoCE) of more than 15 per cent saw 58 per cent more upgrades than downgrades. Similarly, upgrades

outnumbered downgrades by 30 per cent for firms with low leverage — those with a ratio of debt to earnings before interest, tax, depreciation and amortisation (debt/ EBIDTA) of less than 3 times.

CRISIL believes that corporate credit quality will improve as GDP growth touches 6 per cent in 201415 from sub-5 per cent levels seen in the last two fiscals. The credit ratio will, however, remain below 1 time in the near term.

Says Pawan Agrawal, Senior Director - Ratings, CRISIL: “Significant improvement in credit ratio is possible only if there is strong and sustainable recovery in investment as well as in consumption demand.

The underlying assumptions for any improvement in credit quality are progressive policies and continuity in reforms.” The degree of economic recovery, availability of liquidity, performance of monsoon, continued recovery in export markets, the outcome of the forthcoming general elections, and success in de-leveraging the balance sheets through sale of assets will all be critical for India’s corporates.

Excise Cut, Auspicious Gudipadwa Fails to Bring Cheers

Automobiles Performance Remains Subdued

By A Business Reporter

the players passing on the benefit of the excise cut announced in the he volume data of the Indian Budget 2014 and the auspicious fesauto companies show a sub- tival of Gudipadwa coming in the dued performance on a Year on Year month of March’14, says a research (YoY) basis, despite a majority of report by Karvy Stock Broking.

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eading industry bodies have said a clean and a corruption-free government at the Centre could take India on a higher growth trajectory and prosperity. "People are absolutely fed up particularly in the last few years and have started questioning now. A corruption-free government is absolutely important for the betterment of the country," CII president-designate Sumit Mazumdar told PTI. Mazumdar said that whatever happened to the Indian economy in the last few years was 'totally manmade and not linked to any economic cycle'. "The downturn in the economy in the last few years was totally man-made and not linked to the global crisis. This was a result of lack of confidence in the government and business sentiments was adversely affected owing to rampant corruption", Mazumdar, who will hold the reins of the premier industry body next year, said.

“One can notice that business sentiments have vastly improved

after the announcement of elections. The Sensex has been rising, foreign investments are coming and the core sector is doing well," he said, adding people were expecting a good government to come after the elections. He said since the last few years, infrastructure development had come to a standstill. The new government should come with a clear-cut plan on how to weed out corruption from the system.

Assocham Senior Vice-President Sunil Kanoria also echoed similar views.

"Corruption has to be weeded out as it has affected business sentiments adversely," Kanoria said. "This is not a simple process.

For this, transparent and right policies should be in place," he added.

He also felt that the new government should review some of the laws which was passed by the previous government. "The retrospective clause in the Income Tax Act is detrimental to investment flows," he said. "No law should have retrospective effect and it should be either from now or from future," Kanoria added.

Last year Gudipadwa was in the month of April’13, due to which the March’13 base was low. Despite a lower base, the industry could not register a healthy YoY growth in Mar’14. passenger vehicles (PVs) and commercial vehicles (CVs) continued with a disappointing performance, while two wheelers and Tractors proved Outlier in the month, though growth of these segments tapered down.

The Tractor industry also started witnessing moderation with single digit growth, after recording a growth of 22% for the first eleven months.

In the two wheeler segment, Hero MotoCorp recorded a12% YoY and 4% MoM growth on a low base by clocking volumes of 524,028 units; Bajaj Auto’s volume rose just 1% YoY (declined 3% MoM) to 304,330 units and TVS reported a growth of 17% YoY and 11% MoM to 196,826 units in Mar’14.

Within four wheeler segment, M&M’s Auto volume declined for the seventh consecutive month with a fall of 1% YoY (grew 22.5% MoM) to 51,636 units, while its Tractor volume rose 2% YoY & 1% MoM to 17,673 units in Mar’14.

Tata Motors’ volume declined 30% YoY (up 28% MoM) to 51,184 units, while Maruti Suzuki’s volumes declined 6% YoY (up 4% MoM) to 113,350 vehicles in Mar’14.

Ashok Leyland’s volume fell 26.6% YoY, but grew 30% MoM to 10,286 units. Eicher Motor’s volume fell 12% YoY, but grew 54% MoM to 4,366 units. Escorts’ volume increased 1% YoY and soared 34% MoM to 6,187 units in Mar’14.

BUSINESS BRIEFS SBI Extends Special Home Loan Scheme Indefinitely

The State Bank of India has extended the date of special home loan rates for new and women borrowers beyond March 31 for an indefinite period. Last December, SBI had cut its home loan rates by up to 0.4% for new borrowers and for women customers an additional concession of 0.05 % was offered.

Earlier, the special rates were made available up to March 31. "In view of the overwhelming response received across the country, it has been decided to extend the special rates beyond March 31 till further notice from the bank," SBI said in a statement. Under the special interest rate scheme, SBI is offering home loans in two different slabs-- under Rs 75 lakh and above Rs 75 lakh. Loans of up to Rs 75 lakh are made available to new borrowers at 10.15 % while for women, the rate of interest is 10.10 %. For loans of above Rs 75 lakh, the interest rate is 10.30 % for new customers and the same for women borrowers is 10.25 %.

EDC Provides $ 500 Million Financing To Reliance

Export Development Canada (EDC), Canada’s leading financier and insurer of Canadian exporting companies, yesterday announced a $ 500 million in financing for Reliance Industries Limited (RIL). The transaction is among the largest financing packages that EDC has ever extended in Asia. EDC provided the financing in response to the increasing business that RIL has been undertaking with Canadian companies since 2004, when EDC first became one of their financiers. The new financing package helps diversify RIL's funding sources and extends the maturity profile of its long- term debt in a cost effective manner.

Dabur Expands Packaged Food Business

FMCG firm Dabur has announced the expansion of its packaged food business with the launch of coconut water under its Real Activ brand. "With the launch of Real Activ Coconut Water, we are further expanding our fruitbased beverages category to give our consumers more choice to make their modern hectic lifestyle healthier," Dabur India Category Head-Foods Praveen Jaipuriar said in a statement. Dabur will soon be executing a 360-degree marketing campaign to promote the product, the company said.

Shilpa Shetty Kundra Launches 'Satyug Gold'

Shilpa Shetty Kundra yesterday launched 'Satyug Gold', a gold bullion and jewellery company that has opened seven stores across major cities in India including Mumbai. Delhi, Jaipur, Ahmedabad, Pune, Chandigarh and Ludhiana. The company has launched The Satyug Gold Purchase Plan in association with the India Bullion & Jewellery Association (IBJA), that will offer people the chance to puchase pure gold at upto 37% discount linked to various delivery tenures.

PE Firms Invest USD 2.27 Bn Via 89 Deals In Q1 2014

Private equity firms in India invested about USD 2,273 million across 89 deals during the January-March quarter, says a report. According to Venture Intelligence, a research service focused on private company financials, transactions and valuations in India, the investments were almost twice of what was invested in the same period last year. In the January-March period of last year, an amount worth USD 1,179 million was invested across 103 transactions.

NHB To Launch Ratings For Housing Projects Soon

In what may serve as a proxy to the long-delayed realty regulator, the National Housing Bank yesterday said it will soon come up with a rating for housing projects in association with banks, to help buyers make informed decisions.

"We have sought Reserve Bank nod to launch the NHB-IBA rating for real estate projects. We expect to launching the rating soon. But we are not planning to make it mandatory for all," NHB Chairman and Managing Director RV Verma said here.

'NPAs In Commercial Vehicle Loans Soar 33%

Credit information bureau Equifax Credit Information Services yesterday said the delinquency rate for commercial vehicle loans continued to remain high in the second half of 2013, jumping a full 33% during the period.

Delinquency rate is a key measure of the quality of outstanding loans of banks and other non-banking lenders. "Delinquencies by number of accounts have further increased by 33% , from around 3% to around four% of accounts from June 2013 to January 2014," Equifax said in a statement.

NMDC Clocks Record Sales, Production In FY'14

Buoyed by higher demand from domestic steel makers, sales and production of state-owned iron ore miner NMDC touched a record high of over 30 million tonnes (MT) in 2013-14. Production and sales of NMDC never touched the 30 MT-mark since it was incorporated in 1958. Production of the key steelmaking raw material rose by 11.31% over the previous fiscal to 30.1 MT, said a source at the country's largest iron ore miner. NMDC had produced 27.04 MT iron ore in 2012-13.

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Bean works as a caretaker at Britain's formidable Royal National Gallery, and his bosses want to fire him because he sleeps at work all the time, but can't because the chairman of the gallery's board defends him. They send him to USA, to the small Los Angeles art gallery instead, where he'll have to officiate at the opening of the greatest US picture ever (called "Whistler's Mother"). Star Movies, 9 p.m .

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A Bollywood producer-turned-petty thief, Raj Chopra, who blames Subhash Ghai, Yash Chopra, Ronnie Screwvala, and others for his failures, and an unemployed Chartered Accountant, Anand Pawar, cook up a scheme to attract 5 Crores each (50 million rupees) from 21 investors (a total of 105 Crores). Raj invests 5 Crores to make the worst possible movie 'Solay Se L'Gaan Tak', with the worst possible crew and actors, ensure that it has a storyline that is sure to fail at the box office, and pocket the remainder of the 100 Crores. All goes according to plan - but then Murphy's Law prevails - resulting in hilarious chaos. Filmy, 9 p.m.

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Spurred on by his pushy mother, Kanta, slacker Dinkar Waghmare, infatuated with TV Reporter, Soniya Bhatt, is compelled to join the Mumbai Police Force as a Sub-Inspector and follow in his late father's footsteps. On his way to Mumbai, his service revolver gets stolen by three youth. His hilarious attempts to recover it leads him to assorted characters and situations which include an underground den of organized criminal don Raghav Shetty; the suicidal daughter, Suhasi, of Police Commissioner Digvijay Mathur; an angry resident, Hasmukh Irani, who is threatening to kill the Mayor; a lovelorn terrorist, Balma Rashidul Khairi, who has been sent to plant an explosive in an 1800-plus gathering of Mumbai's police officers. B4U, 9 p.m.

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Kumar is a very wealthy businessman and lives a comfortable lifestyle with his lovely wife, Asha, in a palatial house. The only thing missing from their lives is a son. When Asha gets pregnant, Kumar knows that all his dreams will be fulfilled and his business will be known as "Kumar & Son". Unfortunately, Asha has a miscarriage which results in her death as well as in the death of their son. A devastated Kumar takes to alcohol and devotes his energy and finances to a school for needy children in scenic Mussoorie. It is here he gets to meet the College Principal's daughter, Kiran, who he knows is in love with a fellow-collegian, Ravi. CVO, 9 p.m.

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Under the watchful eye of his mentor Captain Mike Kennedy, probationary firefighter Jack Morrison matures into a seasoned veteran at a Baltimore fire station. Jack has reached a crossroads, however, as the sacrifices he’s made have put him in harm’s way innumerable times and significantly impacted his relationship with his wife and kids. Responding to the worst blaze in his career, he becomes trapped inside a 20-story building. And as he reflects on his life, now Assistant Chief Kennedy frantically coordinates the effort to save him. Zee Studio, 10 p.m.

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P.M. 2.00 2.30 3.00 5.00 6.30 8.00 9.00 10.00 11.00 A.M. 8.00 9.00 10.00 11.00

Rocky 3 Species 2 IP Man Rocky 4 Rocky 2

P.M. 3.00 Naseeb Apna Apna: Rishi Kapoor 6.15 Lal Baadshah: Amitabh Bachchan 9.00 Haathi Mere Saathi: Vikram Prabhu A.M. 11.50 Nazar Ke Samne: Akshay Kumar

P.M. 12.00 3.00 6.00 9.00

ZEE TALKIES

P.M. 2.00 Navra Maza Navsacha: Sachin, Supriya 4.30 Hirva Kunku: Teja Deokar 7.00 Yedyanchi Jatra: Bharat Jadhav 9.30 Dhoomdhadaka: Mahesh Kothare

PIX

P.M. 1.00 Yeh Raaste Hai Pyar Ke: Madhuri Dixit 5.30 Ta Ra Rum Pum: Saif Ali Khan 9.00 Policewakla Guna: Pawan Kalyan A.M. 7.00 Judwaa: Shakti Kapoor 10.30 Don No 1: Nagarjuna

P.M. 2.00 5.30 9.00 A.M. 9.30

Talpade

B4U

Aag : Govinda Phir Wohi Daar: Prithviraj S Kirayedaar: Raj Babbar Aagey Se Right: Shreyas

Ladder 49, Zee Studio, 10 p.m.

8.00 8.30 9.00 9.30 10.00 10.30

P.M. 2.00 4.00 4.30 5.00 7.30 8.00 8.30 9.00 9.30 10.00 10.30 A.M. 8.00 8.30 9.00 9.30 10.30 P.M. 1.30 5.30 6.30 7.00 8.00 8.30

Thomas and Friends Kumbh Karan Chhota Bheem Mr Bean Obachama Kun Mr Bean

DISNEY CHANNEL

Doraemon Art Attack Phineas and Ferb Gravity Falls Cap Tiao-Phineas and Ferb Art Attack Best of Luck Nikki Slokk Shake It Up Best of Luck Nikki Slokk DJ Sofia The First Jake & Never Land Pirates New Doraemon Phineas And Ferb

DISNEY XD

Kiteretsu Iron Man American Dragon Phineas and Ferb Ultimate: Spider Man Hulk and the Agents of SMASH 9.30 Big Bad Beetleborgs 10.00 Telebrands A.M. 8.00 Space Goofs 8.30 Rekkit Rabbit 9.00 Space Goofs 9.30 American Dragon Jake Long 10.00 Super Robot

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WINS ‘BOOGIE WOOGIE’!

TV TATTLE NEW ENTRY

The popular show on Sony Entertainment Television – 'Ekk Nayi Pehchaan' – has been entertaining one and all with some interesting drama and love between Karan and Sakshi. The cute love story of Karan and Sakshi will soon see obstacles rising when there will be an entry of a new character named Aditya. If sources are to be believed, Deepak Sandhu is roped in to play the role of Aditya, Sakshi’s ex-boyfriend. He will create troubles in Sakshi and Karan’s life. The twist in the tale will arrive when Sharda herself will get Aditya in Modi house, acknowledging him for saving her life from an accident.

ABHISHEK SINHA

Over the years, reality dance show ‘Boogie Woogie’ has enthralled viewers across the country and created a fresh dance legacy. The journey which began with 16 contestants who came from across India has now come to an end as India’s original dance show gets its next big dancing sensation. After three months of rigorous competition and hard work, Jamshedpur’s Abhishek Sinha was crowned the winner by Amitabh Bachchan. We spoke to Abhishek about his triumph. Here are some excerpts

By Sandeep Hattangadi

How does it feel to win the coveted ‘BOOGIE WOOGIE’ championship?

I am extremely elated and receiving the prize from my favourite actor, Amitabh Bachchan, was a big moment for me. I can't believe that I have won the trophy for the 'Boogie Woogie Kids Champion'; it has still not set in. I would like to thank the judges and choreographers forhelping me achieve my dream.

What prize did you receive?

Along with the trophy I recieved a cheque of Rs.1 lakh sponsored by Horlicks and grand prize money of Rs.10 lakh

by Sony Entertainment Television.

What will you do with the prize money?

I will hand it over to my parents who will plan my education and future.

Did you expect to win the competition?

I was not sure I would win but as I saw my performaces being appreciated by many, I realised I had a good chance to win.

Who do you feel was your closest competition?

Mumtaz, Urgen, Preetjyot, Bebechana and Harmi - all of them were my competition.

Who is your favourite dancer?

By Sandeep Hattangadi

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here was a time when television was considered an ‘idiot box’ and only good for saas-bahu serials, long dreary soap operas, boring chat-shows or bland ‘samachaar’ slots. Film stars considered it a taboo to make an appearance on television. But the super-stardom of Shahrukh Khan changed the scenario when, after being noticed in shows like ‘Fauji’, ‘Circus’ etc. he was cast in films like ‘Dil Aashna Hai’ and ‘Deewana’ and the rest they say is history.

Recently too TV anchors and hosts like Manish Paul starred in ‘Mickey Virus’ and now in the sequel to ‘Tere Bin Laden’ and Rannvijay Singh, the winner of MTV Roadies, has starred in films like ‘London Dreams’ etc. Ayyush-

My favourite dancer is Hrithik Roshan. I would like to dance like him some day.

What is your favourite dance form?

My favourite dance form is the break dance.

What about your studies?

Now I will attend school regularly and work on the bits that have been affected because of the dance competion.

Do you want to pursue dance in the future?

Yes. I want to be an dancer as well as an actor and I will aspire to do both.

What do you remember about your big night?

I was very nervous that night. But the perfomances by Jackky Bhagnani, Varun Dhawan, Nargis Fakhri, Ileana D’çruz, Anu Malik and Shreyas Talpade awed me and at the same time inspired me to give a great performance myself. The rest of the contestants also entertained the viewers with special performances. Jaaved Jaaferi and host Sargun Mehta also performed that night.

Who would you like to thank for your grand win?

I would like to thank Javved Jaffri sir, Naaved Ali sir and Ravi Behl sir for giving me this opportunity.

EPIC DRAMA

The Game of Dice is about to begin! The shrewd game that changed the destiny of India and became the premise of one of the world’s greatest epics – The Mahabharata – is about to unfold on STAR Plus. The show that captured the hearts of viewers across the country is all set to showcase the infamous ‘Game of Dice’ between the Pandavas and Kauravas. This occurrence and most talked about turning point in the epic not only provided impetus to Draupadi’s humiliation but ultimately led to the 18-day Kurukshetra war for the throne of Hastinapur.

HERO GETS THEM DANCING

'Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah' has become so famous that all the celebrities are willing to visit here and meet the members of Gokuldhaam society. This time it’s Varun Dhawan’s turn to make a total heroic entry in the society. He not only charmed the ladies but also showed his dancing moves and yes, how could he miss the garba round with Dayaben. “He is a very adorable and a brilliant actor, he played garba with me and we all shook a leg on his film track. We had fun. I have always loved David Dhawan’s movies because they have a real fun factor,” said Disha Vakani.

SCIENTIFIC STUNTS

'Magic of Science' is produced for Discovery Networks International by Objective Productions. It is back for another season of jaw-dropping illusions and mind-blowing tricks. Performed by an international, all-star cast of magicians, Ben Hanlin, Wayne Houchin, Billy Kidd, and newcomer Nate Staniforth, these fascinating stunts are backed by real science and prove that it’s not just what you do, it’s how you do it. A seven-part series, 'Magic of Science' premieres on April 7 at 8 pm on Discovery Channel.

One of the most successful shows on Discovery Channel, it is that rare intersection where fact meets fantasy.

TOUGH TRACKS

Railroad is one of the most critical and challenging services in Alaska’s infrastructure. Following an elite crew of workers – brakemen, engineers, construction crews, mechanics and train drivers – Discovery Turbo’s new series 'Railroad Alaska' illustrates the battle against ferocious weather and treacherous terrain.

From TV stars to big screen icons

The suave Aamir Ali who is currently being seen in the popular show ‘F.I.R’ was seen in ‘I Hate Luv Stories’. Now the sinewy ‘lady-killer’ Mohit Raina, popularly known as ‘Lord Shiva-Mahadev’ is going to make his debut on the big screen. Ankita Lokhande, also seen in ‘Pavitra Rishta’, is all set to make her big screen debut.

Stand-up comedian and telly host Kapil Sharma, immensely popular for his volley of humiliating yet hilarious barbs, is apparShah Rukh Khan Kapil Sharma Sushant Singh Rajput Sangeeta Ghosh Mohit Raina ently signed by the Yashraj banner for not one but three man Khurana, another winner of tra Rishta’, became a film star Karishma Tanna is soon going movies. One of the movies curiMTV Roadies, became a star with with the success of ‘Kai Po Che’ to make her big screen debut. ously has the title ‘Bank-Chor’! the success of films like ‘Vicky and is starring in many films Sangeeta Ghosh, who has starred Whether TV star Kapil will find Donor’ and ‘Bewakoofiyyan’. The today like ‘Byomkesh Bakshi' etc. in many TV soaps, was cast in acceptance on the theatrehandsome dude, Sushant Singh Ejaz Khan, another popular TV Dharmesh Darshan’s bold sub- screens is a dicey guess at this Rajput, who became a TV star star made his debut in the soon ject movie ‘Bhanwraa’, which un- stage. Looks like TV has become a with the Ekta Kapoor show ‘Pavi- to be released ‘Lucky Kabootar’. fortunately never got released. stepping stone to the big screen!

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CRYPTIC CROSSWORD 733

ENIGMA CODE 733

ACROSS: 8 American business contract with a Peruvian (4) 9 Work of art in church made convert calm, it's said (5-5) 10 Object to act turning wall panelling (6) 11 They don't believe he requires foreign capital (8) 12 Daydream on timber night light (8) 14 Be quick to detect the con trick (6) 16 Keep them about yourself for emergencies (4) 17 Given modest share of grief, died (5) 18 Innocent child and maiden in the scientific establishment (4) 19 That may grow by way of Blessington, to start with (6) 21 Trying hard to bind half-a-dozen with cord (8) 23 Chattered and chattered about retiring lieutenant (8) 26 Says "No parking in front of the clubs" (6) 27 She-cat's territory down under?

(10) 28 Got up, I hear, for something to eat (4)

DOWN: 1 Ad spelt out that it's a year since the Nativity (4,6) 2 Bananas carried around finally in hankies (8) 3 One way to waste time (6) 4 Desire to hit out, having bagged the century (4) 5 Article found in loaf, it is whispered (8) 6 They may be best expressed by a friendly correspondent (6) 7 Cleopatra ends in tin study (4) 13 Beastly spies in our midst (5) 15 They illustrate the sources of light

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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.

N

N

N

The Clue: Artilleryman

N N

SOLUTION TO TUESDAY’S ENIGMA CODE DOTAGE, GADGET, DOTTED, TAGGED, GOADED, GOATEE, DOGGED

(10) 17 He has a second helping to defend has honour (8) 18 Hot stuff confronting conservative ladies (8) 20 He did it in whodunit, they say (6)

22 Contrapuntal music for the old milkman (6) 24 A rake has nothing to feel sorry about (4) 25 Make pictures about an inconclusive match (4)

SOLUTION TO TUESDAY’S CRYPTIC CROSSWORD ACROSS: 8 Go in, 9 Primadonna, 10 Equals, 11 Masthead, 12 Bill, 13 Radiograph, 17 Coco, 18 Pride, 19 Dons, 20 Dead-weight, 22 Gray, 23 Allotted, 27 Plaids, 28 Cats cradle, 29 Cues.

DOWN: 1 Don quixote, 2 Intaglio, 3 Apostrophe, 4 Film, 5 Dads, 6 Mother, 7 Inca, 14 Doing, 15 Overtipped, 16 Panhandler, 19 Dogwatch, 21 Drowsy, 24 Loaf, 25 Tire, 26 Duds.

QUICK CROSS 733

ACROSS: 1. 2 dn, for the sailor 4. ____ Zeppelin 5. Lee's opposite 7. "Benz" ending 8. Oblique lines 10. Clear, with of 11. Touchdowns: abbr.

N N N N

MATH PYRAMID 733 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

N

TUESDAY’S SOLUTION

TUESDAY’S SOLUTION

DOWN: 1. A Lesson From ____ : Fugard play 2. 1 ac. normally 3. Redactors, briefly 5. Dispatches 6. Explosive, for short 8. TV tube 9. Abet's partner

HIDATO 733

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

TUESDAY’S SOLUTION

MATHDOKU 733

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

TUESDAY’S SOLUTION

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TIGER BUD BLAKE

TODAY’S FORECAST

JAGJIT UPPAL

WIZARD OF ID PARKER & HART

B.C. JOHNNY HART

BEAU PEEP THE ADVENTURES OF LEGIONNAIRE BEAU PEEP

FRED BASSET ALEX GRAHAM

PHANTOM LEE FALK

MODESTY BLAISE PETER O’DONNELL

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COFFEEBREAK MOON TITHI NAKSHATRA RASHI LUCKY COLOUR LUCKY NUMBER

: : : : : :

Taurus Vinayak Chaturthi Krittika Vrishubh (Taurus) B.V.U. Orange 5

BIRTHDAY FORECAST: Some of you will travel overseas on work and it will be a fruitful journey. Those desirous of joining administrative service, or keen to work for governmental organization, will receive letter of appointment soon. Financial gains are assured in every endeavor. Home and family life could be a bit disturbing. Your frequent absences could create tension in relationships.

BABIES BORN TODAY: Middle stature, compact body, and handsome, with prominent nose and bright eyes. Will be aggressive, gregarious and very independent.

Would make a good advisor or consultant rather than take a regular job. Will find routine of any kind boring. Will be fortunate, sensitive and attached to family. Success, fame and happiness are indicated.

ARIES (March 21 - April 20): Your efforts of past yield profits and bring position of eminence. A close associate or relative will be instrumental in helping you. You will get a chance to make some quick money through a lucky bargain that doesn’t require much money. Watch a tendency to over optimistic. A close associate becomes a trusted friend. Though this has the possibilities of a long-term relationship, take one step at a time carefully.

TAURUS (April 21 - May 20): Financial gains are indicated for you. Avail of new opportunities.

Professionals and business folk will do well today. You will be finalizing an important deal, which will add to your achievements. Even though you are a likeable, friendly person your personal life is in conflict most of the time. Take harder look at yourself. Seek help from someone you can trust.

GEMINI (May 21 - June 20): A revamping of your home or office is going to cost you a lot more than anticipated. Your may also find that it could take longer to complete. Rest assured at the end of the day it will be worth all the time and money put in, not forgetting the frayed tempers and damage control needed. Misunderstandings are cleared and it begins to look like life is returning back to normal. Take one day at a time and avoid making any plans right now.

CANCER (June 21 - July 21): With a spurt in your enthusiasm and energy you may come up with some creative and original plan which when presented will be well received and may even receive ready financial support. Your current business activity will proceed smoothly and without a hitch assuring good returns. Being very much in the lime light you are bound to have many people wanting to get close to you. You will have to discerning.

LEO (July 22 - August 21): Your work gets appreciated making you optimistic. Gains through government or someone important are likely. Any opposition that you may have will be overcome easily. Forces that have opposed you will now be redundant. In a personal relationship, make the first move towards making peace. Nostalgia gets the better of you and you may want to revive those moments with one you love. Plan an exclusive evening just for love.

VIRGO (August 22 - September 21): A new business offer has the potential to yield substantial monetary gains. You should put in all your efforts in concluding this deal at your earliest. The employed will receive a prestigious assignment that will strengthen their position in their organization. At a social get-together underplay your responses if you want to make an impact on someone you are attracted to Soften your stance, be more unassuming and you would have won half the battle.

LIBRA (September 22 - October 22): Several favorable opportunities for investment on a short-term basis will materialize. Those keen on going in for higher studies or research will get all the help and support that they need. Social activities and outings prove to be exciting. Difference in love will be resolved and lead to further strengthening of ties. You will enjoy domestic felicity.

SCORPIO (October 23 - November 21): Your profits can be increased by certain radical changes.

Begin from cutting down expenditure, and get rid of unproductive investments.

Stand by what you believe in. let not others opinions cause undue stress. Results prove you right. Don’t be overly touchy. If in love, you will just have to work on the basis of trust. There is a tendency to be touchy needlessly. Try to make up for it.

SAGITTARIUS (November 22 December 20): Fast returns from efforts put into work are likely. Avoid investments until you find a real good bargain. Avoid Speculative ventures. You can achieve results by being diligent and aggressive in your efforts. To prevent disappointment keep business and friendships apart. In love be firm and do not get into a situation where you are forced to take a decision, which is not to your liking. Avoid scenes. There seems to be an attitude problem with someone close.

CAPRICORN (December 21 - January 19): You will take initiative in introducing fresh ideas in your business and in the style of functioning, which will certainly improve profitability. Creativeness is the need of the hour, and you will soon realize that you were lacking in it for long. Keep yourself open to new ideas. Lack of thrill and romance in personal life could be a frustrating feeling.

To find happiness sometimes you have to give love and attention to get love.

AQUARIUS (January 20 - February 18): You may have to take some crucial decisions in your business and may have to change production techniques to suit the new trends. This will require reorganization and some more investment.

Recovery of dues is a must as you are already having a cash crunch. Tours or journeys should not be undertaken as they will be uncomfortable and are not likely to bring in the desired results.

Avoid the easy way of taking a loan or borrowing money for it will prove a burden in days to come.

PISCES (February 19 - March 20): A leisure pastime could lead to great achievements and could propel you into the limelight. You stand to benefit from short term deposits. You will realize the fruits of your labor and see the results of hard work. You are sure to get rewards in much sooner than you expect. Whatever your plans for today might have been they are likely to undergo a change whether you like it or not. A lot of has to do with what your mate partner or beloved has in mind.

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QUICK CROSSWORD 4933 ACROSS: 1 Shoots from a concealed position - at birds of marshy areas? (6) 7 One speaking from the pulpit in the church, perhaps? (8) 8 Match-winning off-spinner of yore (4) 10 Inhabitant of Troy (6) 11 Breathe noisily; scheme (6) 14 Suffix resulting in a "gin" mixture? (3) 16 Single (5) 17 ___ Lisa : da Vinci's famous painting?

(4) 19 Plants in a specific region (5) 21 Doctrine (5) 22 The Mamas and ___ : the parents? (5) 23 ___ about : look or peer? (4) 26 Any connected series, as in "A mountain ____ "? (5) 28 N. Indian Caste (3) 29 "Stay!" (4,2) 30 Condemned to hell (6) 31 Boss of a shield (4) 32 Gushing sources of Arab wealth? (35) 33 Attempting (6)

DOWN: 1 A dividing membrane or partition (6) 2 Enlightenment (6) 3 __ a yarn (told tall tales) (4) 4 Famous city in Uttar Pradesh (7) 5 Projected through the air (5) 6 Clan, class or family as of dogs and horses (5) 8 Affix, cement or glue together (4) 9 Droop (3) 12 Girl's name (3) 13 Greek characters (5) 15 Sir Edward ___, composer (5) 18 Right at the beginning? (5) 19 Affected individual (3) 20 On-Board Maintenance Sys. (3) 21 ___ a bait in front of : enticed or lured?

(7) 22 Hole dug to obtain gravel, coal etc (3) 23 Gulf of ___ : gulf off Gujarat coast? (6)

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SUDOKU 2119 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: T equals P

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

24 __ __ cost : free? (2,2) 25 ___ over : helping a person to cope through difficult period, in a way? (6) 26 Multimedia device (2,3)

27 A joint that connects the foot with the leg (5) 28 Preserve (3) 30 Fine, dry particles of dirt (4)

SOLUTION TO YESTERDAY’S QUICK CROSSWORD ACROSS: 1 Jammu, 6 Holst, 9 Untamed, 10 Third, 11 Adorn, 12 Gears, 13 Kneepad, 15 Gas, 17 Eger, 18 Decamp, 19 Radon, 20 Prices, 22 Peek, 24 The, 25 Absolve, 26 Eilat, 27 Smelt, 28 Urals, 29 Aamilne, 30 Idyll, 31 Irony.

DOWN: 2 Aching, 3 Murder, 4 Und, 5 Laned, 6 Hearten, 7 Odds, 8 Scream, 12 Galas, 13 Kempt, 14 Eerie, 15 Gavel, 16 Spoke, 18 Doubt, 19 Recital, 21 Rhymed, 22 Poorer, 23 Evelyn, 25 Aamir, 26 El Al, 28 Uni.

IRREGULAR SUDOKU 1938 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

T

Q

X

T

N

Q

V

X

R

O

H

N

H

Y

X

K

O

G

Q

C

Q

V

Q

F

Q

X C

L

B

J

I

Y

F

J

I

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X

L

Q

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X

J B

N

B

S

X

B

K

N

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C

N Q

S P

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YESTERDAY’S SOLUTION: I can picture in my mind a world without war, a world without hate. And I can picture us attacking that world, because they'd never expect it

Afternoon WORD MINE

HEATHCLIFF

G

T

T

T

C

A

D

R E

A

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: 21 average; 23 good; 25 outstanding.

YESTERDAY’S SOLUTION: choose, chop, chore, chose, echo, epoch, help, hero, hole, hoop, hope, horse, hose, loch, ochre, perch, pooch, porch, posh, PRESCHOOL, school, shoe, shoo, shop, shore.

Yesterday’s

SPORTS

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Respect game and fellow cricketers: Bravo’s message

MIRPUR: Emphasising that cricketers have certain responsibilities towards their fans, especially the youth, West Indies all-rounder Dwayne Bravo has advocated playing a sledging-free game. A James Faulkner's poor-in-taste jibe directed towards them pumped up the West Indians and the Caribbean team came out all guns blazing to topple the Australians en route to the semifinals.

The victory was an apt answer to Faulkner's retort that he 'does not like West Indians'. A philosophical Bravo, who contributed in West Indies' win over Australia, said cricketers are looked as idol, so they must behave in a proper manner on and off the field.

"We are all human beings. We play this game and we should respect each other. We are soon going to finish but cricket is going to go on. It’s important that we leave our legacy as players, not only as West Indian players but as cricketers. We have young kids looking up to us, so I do not see any sense in trying to sledge the opposition," Bravo said in a pragmatic tone referring to Faulkner's comment.

By Kushan Sarkar

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LANKANS EYE REVENGE, WINDIES AIM FOR ENCORE

IRPUR: In their bid to reach their second successive World T20 final, defending champions West Indies will be looking to put up another clinical performance when they take on a gutsy Sri Lanka, who in turn would be hoping to avenge their loss in the last edition's summit clash.

One can expect a good encounter as both teams have a lot in common going into the big semi-final clash here today. Both Sri Lanka and West Indies have had identical victories in their final group league encounters in which they had crushed their respective opponents for paltry scores of less than 100 runs. Both the sides boast of world class spinners, who are winning games on a consistent basis. While Rangana Herath would want to repeat his Chittagong heroics with another superlative effort against the Gayles and the Bravos, the Jayawardenes and the San-

gakkaras will be equally wary of the threats that will be posed by Messrs Sunil Narine and Samuel Badree.

Sri Lanka have good memories of the Shere-e-Bangla Stadium here as they lifted the Asia Cup at this very ground not even a month ago. As Darren Bravo rightly said, "they have played a lot more games in Bangladesh than West Indies".

But West Indies are a solid Twenty20 side which has all its bases covered despite the absence of Kieron Pollard. Their effort has been creditable as Chris Gayle hardly had any role with the bat apart from his half-century against the Australians, which some would say was slow by his standards.

But Bravo and skipper Darren Sammy had raised their hands up whenever their team needed them the most. The duo has earned two tremendous wins against quality oppositions with their willow. If Australia match went right down to the wire, the Pakistan team simply

SCHEDULE TWENTY 20 WORLD CUP

FIRST SEMIFINAL V/s

SRI LANKA WEST INDIES To be played at the Sher-e-Bangla National Stadium on April 3 at Mirpur ............................ 7ppm had no clue as to what hit them in the final few overs. Sammy has led from the front with his unbeaten knocks of 34 and 42 that had changed the course of the match.

Narine and Badree with six and 10 wickets, respectively, have justified their top billings of No. 1 and 2 in the ICC's List of T20 bowlers.

It will be a test for the Sri Lankan batsmen who haven't done really

29 West Indies' Sunil Narine and Samuel Badree perform stretching exercises during a training session ahead of their ICC Twenty20 Cricket World Cup semi-final match against Sri Lanka in Dhaka.

well, save the England game, but somehow managed to fly under the radar because of a good spin attack.

Mahela Jayawardene, in his last T20 tournament has been his team's top scorer with 134 runs.

The Lankan batting depends on their three senior players -Jayawardene, Kumar Sangakkara and Tillakaratne Dilshan -- and all of them need to fire in order to post a good total. Sangakkara, in fact, has had a horrible run so far, scoring just 18 runs from his three innings.

It will be a test of character for young Dinesh Chandimal as he prepares to lead the side in his biggest match so far. Chandimal himself has not got a proper opportunity to bat so far and will be itching to perform on a big stage today. While West Indies have an advantage as they have played all their matches at Mirpur, Sri Lanka will feel better that the dew won't be a factor here as it has been at the Zahur Ahmed Chowdhury Stadium in Chittagong.

2012 World T20 final would have no bearing today: SL coach M

Talk about their toned down celebrations after Pakistan match compared to their win against Australia, team’s No 1 all-rounder said, "Australia game was a bit heated for us and I’m sure you know why. That was a very important game for us. We wanted to prove to ourselves and prove a point to the Australians that at the end of the day, we are all cricketers."

With a typical Calypso flavour in his answers, Bravo said in a content tone that no team should try to upset them.

IRPUR: Sri Lanka cricket team's English coach Paul Farbrace feels that West Indies' triumph in the last edition of the ICC World T20 will have no bearing when the two teams lock horns in the semi-final of the current edition at the Sher-e-Bangla Stadium today.

"The simple fact is that it was then 2012 and this is now. The last game will have no bearing whatsoever. Twenty20 is about whoever turns up on that particular day.

Form goes out of the window. It's about making sure we're ready and focused. What happened two years ago won't even be talked about, I can assure you," Farbrace said.

With Rangana Herath's stunning performance against New Zealand, it will a selection headache as regular captain Dinesh Chandimal will be coming in after serving onematch suspension due to slow overrate during England game. Now Sri Lanka will have to see as to what they do with Ajantha Mendis and Herath, who is in tremendous form.

"It's a lovely headache to have. We

Sri Lanka's Lasith Malinga, centre, performs stretching exercises with teammates during a training session. know we've got some high quality spin bowlers in our team and it gives us a really good headache.

There's been plenty of discussion and there'll be plenty more before

the coin goes up tomorrow night."

‘FOR US SEMIFINAL IS JUST ANOTHER GAME OF CRICKET’ It's only possible for a West Indies

captain to say that a World Cup semi-final is "just another game" but then Darren Sammy is completely different from most international cricket skippers.

Asked whether their triumph in the 2012 final will have an effect on the semi-final against Sri Lanka, Sammy said in his inimitable deep baritone, “For us it's another game of cricket. Cricket is not about what happens before the game. It's about what happens on a cricket field on that present day," Sammy said. "We defeated them (Sri Lanka) in the World Cup (2012 final) and in the practice game here but they have played some good cricket and we have a lot of respect for them. But at the same time we know what we have to do to win."

His sense of humour is as mindblowing as his batting. A journalist reminded him that he had lost his ODI captaincy after winning the 2012 World T20 and the skipper laughed and said, "Probably then if we win this tournament, I won't be Test captain."

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HENNAI: He has rediscovered his wizardry in the game of 64 squares by winning the Candidates tournament and Viswanathan Anand is now "working on quite a few ideas" to counter the threat of numero uno player Magnus Carlsen in his quest to regain the World Championship title later this year.

"My thought are already starting to form. I have got quite a few ideas about what I am going to do. Over the next few months or so I will try to crystallise my thoughts, make some plans.

Though April I am taking a break," Anand said.

Five-time world champion Anand lost the crown to Carlsen November last, paving the way for a revenge match with the Norwegian. He had earned the right to play Carlsen after he won the 2014 FIDE Candidates Chess tournament after settling for a draw with Sergey Karjakin of Russia in the 13th and penultimate round last Saturday.

"I know for sure that I would be playing Carlsen but I am not going to make my plans openly. I do not think I should be discussing about it now," Anand said when asked if he would bring about changes to his game this time around.

About the upcoming big match, he added: "Well, the match is very important. It is not what you plan that you get. As I have said I have my ideas and I am not going to discuss about it. Everything is looking positive. So, I will not tell you what my strategies will be."

Indian chess Grandmaster Viswanathan Anand addressing a press conference in Chennai on Wednesday.

The 44-year-old from Chennai said such wins (Candidates tournament in Khanty Mansiysk) are very important and helps in changing one's outlook. "In this case I would say the situation has not changed entirely. In fact one good result has changed everything already. You simply needed such a victory at some point of time. With such wins your outlook changes suddenly. I think the emotions are all positive. You need a good result," Anand said.

Anand had earlier said that five

best games that he plays would put the rival player in trouble, and when asked if had adopted that against Carlsen in the last world championship match, he responded in the negative. "I did not challenge him at that level. I would have played somewhere here and there. I had tried this method against (Levon) Aronian and succeeded. I think this kind of matches last month was nice.

Basically I do not say that I do that in a whole tournament but it is rare that one attempts such

manoeuvre."

Asked about the match against Vaselin Topolov and Gary Kasparov's comments after his win, he said, "The match against Toplov was very crucial because I checked the point differences and I had planned my game very perfectly. As for Kasparov, I thought he is trying to be nice."

Anand conceded to an extent that he was not at his aggressive best against Carlsen last year.

"I think it is partly true when you do a post-game analysis. I am not comfortable with that. I would like to draw my own conclusions about the match and decide how I am going to pan that I would love to get. Generally you have your plans and the opponent has his and what advantages you get in a match is what matters."

He said after game nine in the Candidates tournament, he was sure of a win. "I would say that after game three I was pretty convinced that it is going to be a good result for me. After first three games, I thought I had given myself a great start and around that round my confidence grew. But after game nine I knew that it was my tournament to be won. "After that I had a delayed shock after game eleven and there were some pointed questions in the press conference." Further talking about Candidates tournament, he said, "This time I felt that my sails were in right places and the wind was just flowing.

Sometimes, you need such extra things."

Warne drops in at SA nets to help Tahir before India game in his hotel room," she said. It was around quarter to 11 in the morning when Warne dropped in at the Sher-e-Bangla Stadium and his first question was, "Mate, are the South Africans done with their batting and bowling?"

After being told that they were still doing their fielding drills, Warne retired to the VIP lounge of the stadium. Once the net started, he stood behind the stumps watching the spinners with minute attention. He was seen

speaking to Tahir especially but he also watched JP Duminy bowl his off-breaks and left-arm slow bowler Aaron Phangiso roll his arm over.He had a long chat with his old mate and rival Allan Donald, who is the South African bowling coach. There are rumours that Warne might have dropped in to guide Tahir on Donald's insistence. Later, Warne bowled a few deliveries to Quinton de Kock.

Shane Warne chats with Imran Tahir during a training session.

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over to have a bowl," team's senior batsman Hashim Amla would give IRPUR: As the South African nothing away. spinners geared up to Warne spent more than an hour counter a formidable Indian line- at the Proteas nets offering his exup, they had a pleasant surprise pertise to help the likes of Imran awaiting them at the net session Tahir get their act right against the when legendary leg-spinner in-form Indian top-order comprisShane Warne came over to hand ing Virat Kohli and Yuvraj Singh. them tips ahead of the second The team's media manager Lerato semi-final of the ICC World T20 on Malekutu said Warne's visit was a Friday. surprise for the team.

"We were all surprised to find "We were all surprised to see him at the nets. May be he was get- him out here. He bowled six, seven ting bored at the hotel and came balls. May be he was getting bored

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Kashyap stuns Zhengming in India Open

By Amit Kumar Das

NEW DELHI: India's Parupalli Kashyap today produced one of his finest performances as he stunned world number seven Chinese Zhengming Wang in a thrilling three-game victory in the USD 250,000 India Super Series badminton tournament here.

Kashyap, who played with a strapping on his shoulder after suffering a partial dislocation in German Open, prevailed over Wang 21-12 17-21 21-12 in a men's singles match which lasted an hour at Siri Fort Sports Complex.

Malaysia Grand Prix Gold finalist, Sourabh Varma too reached the second round after beating Russia's Vladimir Ivanov 21-16 17-21 21-14. Another Indian, R M V Gurusaidutt also made his way to the next round with a 17-21 21-16 21-17 win over Chinese Taipei's Tien Chen Chou in another men's singles match.

In women's singles, Sayali Gokhale and Trupti Murgunde reached the second round after contrasting wins. It was curtains for other Indians including top ranked K Srikanth, H S Prannoy, B Sai Praneeth, Anand Pawar, Shreyansh Jaiswal and two-time national champion Anup Sridhar in men's singles. In women's singles, it was end of road for Saili Rane, Tanvi Lad, Shruti Mundada and PC Thulasi.

Kashyap had lost twice to Wang in China and Hong Kong in 2012 and 2013, and the happiness to finally tame the Chinese reflected on his face. "Just so happy to be able to beat him. I lost to him twice before and he is a kind of player who reads me well. He anticipates my strokes. Today I was anticipating his stokes better," Kashyap said after the match. "The good thing is that today my level never dropped. I lost the second game but I did not lose my confidence. He is not among the fittest of Chinese players but he is good with his strokes and movements on court," said Kashyap.

"He has often caught me at the net in the last meetings. I thought his speed dropped a bit in the third game. I wanted to maintain my game and I also got some good points on the net."

The world number 24 Indian had reached the semifinals of the Swiss Open and said the confidence had helped him.

"I think the confidence that I got after reaching Swiss Open quarters was the key. I just wanted some good wins under my belt after the shoulder injury. The shoulder did not bother today," he said.

Thailand Grand Prix Gold winner, K Srikanth suffered a 18-21 18-21 loss to Takuma Ueda of Japan, Praneeth lost to seventh seed Chinese Pengyu DU 21-16 10-21 19-21, Pawar's gallant fight ended with a 10-21 21-19 6-21 loss to fourth seed Jan O Jorgensen of Denmark. While 2013 All England champion and second seed Chen Long of China ended Prannoy's journey with a 21-15 21-9 win, Shreyansh Jaiswal lost to Brice Leverdez of France 15-21 24-22 13-21 in another match.

In women's singles, Sayali beat Tanvi 21-17 21-10, while Trupti battled past Mudra Dhainje 24-22 12-21 21-18. But Shruti could not get across China's Xin Liu 12-21 8-21, Thulasi fought hard before losing 18-21 21-17 18-21 to Shizuka Uchida of Japan, Saili could not get across Japan's Minatsu Mitani and lost 16-21 821 in another women's singles match.

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ARIS: Manchester United showed great spirit in a 1-1 draw with holders Bayern Munich in the first leg of their Champions League quarter-final while Atletico Madrid gained the upper hand against Barcelona.

United led at Old Trafford through a Nemanja Vidic header, and while Bastian Schweinsteiger soon got a precious away goal for Bayern, the ailing Premier League champions will have been boosted by the nature of their performance against their muchfancied opponents.

Atletico, meanwhile, hold the advantage going into the second leg of their all-Spanish tie against Barcelona thanks to a brilliant away goal scored by Diego Ribas, although Neymar scored to earn the Catalans a 1-1 draw. With Bayern already having won the German Bundesliga title and United struggling at home under David Moyes, many expected the visitors to coast to a comfortable victory, but the hosts defended doggedly and succeeded in frustrating their opponents for large spells.

United had an early Danny Welbeck goal disallowed and the England striker then missed a glorious chance to open the scoring when he tried to chip Bayern 'keeper Manuel Neuer when clean through on goal. The hosts opened the scoring in the 58th

minute, Vidic twisting his neck to divert a Wayne Rooney corner from the left into the net at the far post.

Bayern were level just nine minutes later, however, as substitute Mario Mandzukic knocked down a Rafinha cross and Schweinsteiger swept the ball into the roof of the net. Bayern were unable to make it a record eight straight away wins in the Champions League and Schweinsteiger was later sent off after a late challenge on Rooney saw him booked for a second time.

Javi Martinez will also be banned for the return leg at the Allianz Arena next Wednesday. "I am quite satisfied. Manchester United has one of the best teams in the world," said Bayern coach Pep Guardiola.

"It is always dangerous when you go into the second leg with a 1-1 draw, but even a 2-1 victory would have been dangerous. We will try to win the second leg and I am sure we can do it."

For Moyes, there was satisfaction with the performance coupled with the realisation that his side must get a positive result at the Allianz Arena.

"The players played really well, so we're delighted, but just a bit disappointed that we conceded in the end," he said.

"We know we've got to score a goal in the second leg. We have

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HARLESTON: World number one Serena Williams crashed out of the WTA Tour's Family Circle Cup, losing her opening match in straight sets to world number 78 Jana Cepelova.

The 20-year-old Slovakian Cepelova shocked defending champion Williams 6-4, 6-4 in a second-round match at the clay court tournament in Charleston.

The 17-time Grand Slam winner Williams complained about being mentally fatigued after the 84 minute contest. "I am really just dead," said the 32-year-old American. "I need some weeks off where I don't think about tennis and can kind of regroup. I've had a long couple of years."

Williams, who won this event in 2013, 2012 and 2008, also had her 15-match tour win streak snapped.

Williams was fresh off winning her sixth Miami title and 59th singles crown after beating world No. 2 Li Na, of China, on the weekend. "I actually made the turnaround really good," Williams said. "Obviously things didn't go great out there."

Unseeded Cepelova, who appears to be headed for a breakout year, was facing Williams for the first time. Cepelova won 55 per-

cent of her first serves and 71 of 136 total points.

She advances to face Elena Vesnina of Russia, who beat another Slovakian, Anna Schmiedlova, 62, 6-1. Williams, 32, blasted four aces but committed three double faults. She won just 12 of 28 points on her second serve.

"I really knew nothing about her game going into the match," Williams said. "She was a great counterpuncher.

She played the best she can play."

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Cook in favour of Pietersen axe

LONDON: England captain Alastair Cook has given his backing for the "brave call" to end the international career of Kevin Pietersen. Despite being England's leading run scorer across all formats, South Africa-born batsman Pietersen was axed by the England and Wales Cricket Board in February following the team's 5-0 Ashes thrashing in Australia. But exactly why he was sent into seemingly permanent international exile remains a mystery, with ECB statements citing a need for team "rebuilding" and "trust" raising more questions than answers. Test and one-day skipper Cook, to his evident discomfort, was unable to shed any more light when speaking publicly for the first time about Pietersen's axing during Essex's media day on Tuesday. But left-handed opener Cook was in no doubt the correct decision had been taken even though in 2010 World Twenty20 winner Pietersen's absence -- and that of Cook, who doesn't play in the format -- the side bowed out of this year's edition with an embarrassing dead-rubber defeat by the non-Test Netherlands in Bangladesh on Monday.

to do something about it.

But we know we've given ourselves a great opportunity."

And Atletico have the edge as well against Barcelona after drawing with the Catalans for the fourth time in all competitions this season but grabbing a precious away goal. However, while they will be pleased to come away from the Camp Nou with a 1-1 draw, they lost leading scorer Diego Costa to a hamstring injury that looks likely to rule him out of next week's match at the Vicente Calderon.

Costa has scored 33 goals for Atletico this season, but his replacement Ribas scored the opening goal on the night on 56 minutes with a superb strike that arrowed into the net at Jose Manuel Pinto's near post.

Barca, who had earlier lost Gerard Pique to an injury that will see him out of action for the next four weeks, then piled on the pressure and got their reward when Neymar latched on to a glorious pass from Andres Iniesta and finished past Thibaut Courtois in goal.

Mithali retains fifth spot in Women's T20Is list

Atletico's Diego Godin outjumps Barcelona's Lionel Messi during the first leg quarterfinal Champions League soccer match between Barcelona and Atletico Madrid at the Camp Nou stadium in Barcelona, Spain.

Mumbai outclass Saurashtra for second victory M

UMBAI: Riding on some powerful batting lower down the order and a tidy bowling effort, Mumbai thrashed Saurashtra by 16 runs in the West Zone T20 league game at the MCA's BKC ground here.

Put in to bat, Mumbai started slowly before Sarfaraz Khan and Sujit Nayak batted aggressively to guide the team to a challenging total of 145 for five.

The duo, both of who remained unconquered, piled on 46 runs in just 16 balls for the sixth wicket.

Sarfaraz, who made his T20 debut, made a breezy 20-ball 36 that included four fours and a six while Nayak played a blinder, scoring 23 runs off seven balls with tbe help of two fours and as many sixes.

Openers Aditya Tare (29) and Sushant Marathe (25) forged a 46-run stand to lay a good platform before both were beaten by flight and stumped off left arm spinner Arpit Vasavda who picked up four wickets.

Saurashtra started the run chase slowly and scored just 19 runs in the first six over. They couldn't accelerate their innings and fell short of the target at 129 for seven.

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Cheteshwar Pujara opened the innings to make a 60-ball 62 and stuck seven fours and a straight field six off left-arm spiner Nayak. The India Test no.

3 played a lone hand to remain unbeaten till the penultimate over while Sheldon Jackson made 26 and skipper Jaydev Shah notched up 14.

Pujara was dismissed while trying to find a boundary and Sushant Marathe took a brilliant catch at deep mid- wicket off the bowling of Mumbai captain Zaheer Khan.

Left arm Zaheer got rid off Pruthvi Solanki in the next ball and would have got another wicket in the same over but for a dropped catch. Mediumpacer Prathamesh Dhake scalped three wickets, while Zaheer bagged two. This was Saurashtra's second successive loss and Mumbai's second win in three games.

Brief scores: Mumbai 145 for 5 (Sarfaraz Khan 36, Aditya Tare 29, Sushant Marathe 25; Arpit Vasavada 4 for 19, Jaydev Unadkat 1 for 37) beat Saurashtra 129 for 5 (Cheteshwar Pujara 62, Sheldon Jackson 22; P Dhake 3 for 25, Zaheer Khan 2 for 29) by five wickets.

DUBAI: India captain Mithali Raj has retained her fifth position to be the highest-placed Indian batter, while Poonam Raut and Harmanpreet Kaur also figured in the top 10 list of the latest ICC Women's Player Rankings for T20Is issued on Wednesday. Mithali, with 646 points, is placed behind Meg Lanning of Australia who is heading the list with 688 points. While Harmanpreet gained two positions to be at ninth place, Poonam lost a position to be at eighth spot. India now have three batters in the top 10 chart, the most for any team. However, none of the Indians figure in the top-10 bowlers' list. Medium pacer Jhulan Goswami is the only one in the top 20 table. Jhulan has lost two places to be at 17th position. Meanwhile Sri Lanka captain Siriwardena has taken over as the number one ranked all-rounder for the firsttime ever on the all-rounders' list.

BAI brushes aside IBL clash of dates with Super Series event

MUMBAI: Badminton Association of India is not too concerned with the dates of Denmark Super Series event clashing with the latter part of the 2nd edition of Indian Badminton League. "The dates of IBL have been fixed after giving due consideration to all events. It's not a big concern and we can even bring the dates of IBL forward by a day or two if needed," a BAI source told PTI. The source was reacting to a news report that the major shuttlers of the world, including India's top woman players Saina Nehwal and P V Sindhu, may not be available for the entire duration of IBL which is scheduled from September 30-October 15. The Denmark Open Super Series tournament is scheduled from October 14-19. He said that the first couple of days of the Super Series event would normally be for conducting the qualifying rounds.

Monika Devi named among core probables for CWG, Asiad

NEW DELHI: Senior Indian weightlifter Monika Devi has been included among 26 core probables for the upcoming Commonwealth and Asian Games after she won the gold in the National Championships in Nagpur. Monika, who injured herself during the Nationals that ended yesterday and later hospitalised, won three gold in the 69kg category and has been named in the core probable list for the Glasgow CWG and Incheon Asian Games later this year. Seven lifters, including five girls, have been named as core probables for the Nanjing Youth Olympics in August.

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