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Free-hand by CP Rakesh Maria spurs Mumbai police to notch up one more success

By Neel Shah

ith the arrest of a local ruffian-cumbag lifter, Mumbai's crime branch on Monday solved the the murder case of 23-year-old techie, Esther

Anuhya, who was mysteriously kidnapped and later brutally murdered on the morning of January 5. The accused, identified as Chandrabyan S Sanap (28), was arrested late on Sunday night from outside Mankhurd

railway station. In addition, the investigators also arrested Sanap's friend, Nandkishor Shahu, for knowingly withholding information of his friend's crime, said city police Continued on pg 9 «

OSCARS Tweet tweet: nitinji and raj meet each other 2014 Mumbai BJP chief Ashish Shelar denies, then Read full story on Page 12

admits Gadkari’s meeting with MNS chief

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However, barely hours later Shelar posted anolitical circles in Ma- other tweet terming MNS harashtra were once chief Raj Thackeray and again agog with reports former party president of Maharashtra Navnir- Nitin Gadkari as “accessiman Sena (MNS) chief ble people”. In the Raj Thackeray and for- evening all speculations mer BJP president Nitin were laid to rest with Gadkari having a one-to- Gadkari himself admitone meeting at a five star ting that he indeed had hotel in Worli yesterday. met the MNS chief. The Mumbai BJP president, Sena on the other hand MLC Ashish Shelar in the preferred to cold-shoulmorning on his twitter der the development. handle termed the media Continued on pg 9 « reports as “irresponsible”.

His rival candidate has done it! To spoil his clean political image, of course!!

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Exchange pre-2005 banknotes by Jan 01, 2015

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ollowing its Press Release of January 24, 2014, the Reserve Bank of India has extended the date for exchanging the pre-2005 banknotes to January 01, 2015. It has also advised banks to facilitate the exchange of these notes for full value and without causing any inconvenience whatsoever to the public. The Reserve Bank solicits the cooperation of the public in withdrawing these notes from circulation by exchanging them

at a bank branch convenient to them. This withdrawal exercise is in conformity with the standard international practice of not having multiple series of notes in circulation at the same time. A majority of such notes have already been withdrawn through the banks and only a limited number of notes remain with the public. The RBI clarifies that the public can continue to freely use these notes for any transaction and can unhesitatingly receive these notes in payment, as all such notes continue to remain legal tender.

Immunotherapy: Helping women to conceive

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CITY OPINIONS

Do you agree with Sunil Gavaskar that the Indian cricket team's work ethics are pretty abysmal?

Dashrath Pawar Cricket fan Yes. India's performance against Pakistan was one of the poorest. Either party has to lose. However, in this case, our team did not give their best, which is unfortunate.

Narendra Yadav Marketing Executive Yes. It is true that the performance has not been up to the mark. However, to say that the work ethics are abysmal won't find many takers. Siddharth Kumar Manager No. The dirt is swept underneath the mat. It is not only India but countries like Australia and England who have witnessed similar fate. What is important is the character the team wears on their shirts even during a loss. Bhai Mirlekar Activist Yes. They have not practised well and there cannot be anything like optional practice. There should not be any excuse for practice.

Bhushan Joshi Insurance Executive Yes. We suffered a nerve-wracking defeat at the hands of Pakistan. It was not an usual match. Our players did not give their best.

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By Shwetha Kannan

t is baby Aisha's fourth birthday today and her parents, Mariam and Faiyaz Mukri are planning to celebrate it with enthusiasm, as for them, Aisha is no ordinary baby. Although each child is special for its parents, Aisha is more so for the Mukris, because she was born after 15 repeated miscarriages. For the Mukris, Aisha is God's gift to them through the means of medical science. “I had lost all hopes of being able to have a child after repeated miscarriages. But immunotherapy gave me the chance,” said Mariam, a resident of Uran, and the happy mother of a beautiful girl. The case: After marrying in 1993, each of Miriam's conception led to a miscarriage. “My husband and I consulted several doctors and underwent all possible tests, but our reports always turned out to be normal. No doctor could tell me the reason for the repeated miscarriages. I was devastated and on the verge of a depression. Having 15 miscarriages was traumatic. I was advised by my family and friends to stop trying for a baby, but my husband wanted a child. He wasn't keen on adoption either. I did not know what to do,” said Mariam.

reaction and its preparation to accept foreign tissue.” “Once the body is ready, the couple has to plan the baby within a year. The success rate of this therapy is 85 to 90 per cent,” added Dr. Raut. When asked if this is a one time procedure, the doctors said, “The effect of this therapy lasts for a year. So, if a couple plans to have another child, they should take medical advice, and after undergoing tests the decision can be taken.” The entire procedure takes around four hours and the cost, including tests, is approxiomately Rs. 50,000. ICPRM – situated at Santacruz (East) – is the first centre in India that provides specialized treatment to patients suffering from repeated miscarriages, failed IVFs and unexplained infertility. shwetha.kannan@afternoondc.in

New subject, big confusion! Students appearing for the SSC exam are in a whirl over recently introduced subject 'ICT', for which teaching had begun only a month ago, hence syllabus is not completed

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cause of the fear of a miscarriage. After starting immunotherapy too, the fear remained. We placed our trust in God and the doctors and went ahead with the therapy” sad Mariam. The couple's faith bore fruit, and in 2010, Mariam gave birth to a baby girl. “I had a C-section and Aisha was born in the seventh month. It was such a moment of happiness when I held her in my hands,” said Mariam.

Speaking about the therapy in detail, Dr. Mohan Raut said, “A baby is half of a mother's tissues and half of the father's. The father's tissue is foreign to the mother's body but in a majority of cases, the mother's body doesn't reject the father's tissues and the baby is conceived. In few cases, as in Mariam's case, the mother's body kept reImmunotherapy, a ray of hope: jecting the father's tissues, and as In 2009, Mariam heard about imthe immunological response of the munotherapy and decided to try it mother, the foetus was rejected by out. “It was my last hope and I the body leading to a miscarriage.” wanted to give it a try,” said What is Immunotherapy: Dr. Mugdha Raut said, “We do Mariam. Immunotherapy is a form of certain specialised tests to find out So Mariam started undergoing therapy where lymphocytes (a type if there are any immunological istreatment at the Immunotherapy of white blood cells that fight help sues with the mother which was Centre for Prevention of Repeated fight infection and defend the body the case with Mariam. In imMiscarriages (ICPRM) established from foreign material) of the father munotherapy, we take the father's by Dr. Mohan Raut and Dr. Mugdha are injected into the mother, allow- lymphocytes and inject them into Raut. ing the mother's body to prepare it- the mother. This is to prepare the “Previously, whenever I got preg- self to accept the foreign tissue mother's body to accept the foreign nant, I would feel terrified and was given by the father during concep- tissue given by the father. We then never really about conceiving be- tion. wait for six weeks to see the body's

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Aisha with her parents Mariam and Faiyaz Mukri

the ICT; also there is no specific study material for reference. There ven as the Secondary School are no guidelines about the markCertificate (SSC) exam has ing scheme for this subject too. begun, the concerned students are The ICT exam which will be conconfused over a new subject – 'In- ducted on March 24 is compulsory formation and Communication and carries 50 marks – 10 for pracTechnology' (ICT) – which was part ticals and 40 for theory. Students of the Std. 10 syllabus but teaching have no idea whether the subject of the same began just a month will be awarded marks or grades. ago. The syllabus was therefore not Shruti Singh, a student, who is completed. Hence the students do currently appearing for the SSC not have much knowledge about exam says, “I am tense regarding

the ICT paper as we do not have much knowledge about the subject and have no idea about the evaluation process. Also, we are not aware whether it will be included in the 'best of five' scheme or not.” Since the exam for this subject will be conducted for the first time, even teachers are a bit tensed about its evaluation process. But the state education board has assured them that there won't be any extra pressure with regard to evalu-

ation. Speaking to the ADC, Laxmikanth Pandey, Chairman, MSBSHSE, Mumbai Division, said: “With the increase in technology, the ICT subject was needed and the board has introduced it for the students. They will be awarded grades for this subject and they should not worry as there will be no complication. Students should not worry or get tensed, they should appear for the exam calmly”.

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He stands and delivers To all those doubting Thomases who questioned the appointment of Rakesh Maria as the CP of Mumbai, we say, let it all go, the man is delivering, time after time. And validation comes from sources both strange and diverse. First there is the evidence on the roads, where one actually sees traffic police out in plain sight and not skulking in corners waiting to make their “quotas” in fines. Second, policemen on bandobust duty have themselves told us how things have changed for them especially in the field of welfare. Whereas before cops would be on duty for 14 to 16 hours at a time, with not a soul to worry about whether they were being fed and watered, now apparently, police stations have received instructions to provide them with bottled water and the meals they require. They are simple needs, but at last there is a top cop who cares about the men in the field.

Third and most importantly, there is a new energy and freshness about the way our policemen are approaching investigation. Before, this was desultory and fragmented, now police stations and various departments are being welded together in one organic whole. Unity is the new mantra. That is why, three weeks after he took charge, the case of Esther Anuhya's brutal murder, has been solved. We could tell you more stories from people who have gone to the Commissionerate at Crawford Market and found Rakesh Maria both approachable and patient. But it would take too long. Besides, we need to keep some stories for the rainy days that are bound to come when this present honeymoon period ends and the knives come out. For now, we will enjoy feeling that Mumbai's law and order, its safety and security, is in good hands.

Dr Glenn Mascarenhas and the prize baramundi he caught off the shores of Vijaydurg in coastal Maharashtra. Behind him is fellow angling enthusiast and oncologist Dr. Ian D'Souza.

It really was a big 'un!

More and more we realise how important it is to have a hobby to de-stress, preferably one that has nothing to do with one's profession. Doctors, we find are enthusiastic hobbyists, and we know many who use their spare time to go mountaineering, sing, compose lyrics, write books and even act. Over the weekend we met with prosthodontist Glenn Mascarenhas who uses his buddy time to go fishing, which is very serious business for anglers indeed. His latest trip was to the Vijaydurg region in Sindhudurg, where the weekend was spent with oncologist Dr. Ian D'Souza, son of a former mayor of Mumbai, Dr Leon D'Souza, and freight forwarding company owner Alex Fernandes. Out on the water in a small motor boat from early in the morning, the sun ensures that their fishing day is done by 11 am, when they head back to their hotels and no doubt swop tall stories about the one that got away. But this time, said Dr Mascarenhas, they were pleasantly surprised. “We trawled and went popping and did not expect much because of all the netting that takes place. Sometimes we have

caught grouper and barracuda as well. Then I caught a seven-kg

Spotted by sometime contributor and regular reader S. Venkatnarayan is this baby cuckoo, right in the heart of busy Matunga. That makes him, says his admirer, 'a pucca Mumbaikar' since it has been born in the city. Notoriously elusive, more heard than seen, this particular bird sings its lullabies early in the morning and again at dusk, as twilight takes over the evening sky. They are shy birds, so this is a bit of a coup. Or perhaps a cuck-coup!

baramundi.” Or maybe it was eight kg but one thing is sure. That's delight you see on the successful angler's face. Then they came home to Mumbai, driving for nearly eight hours, feeling as if they would never reach. It was a nice story, and we learned that sport fishing is getting really big in Maharashtra, with some lakes being stocked with varieties of fish, including the majestic mahseer. Which means that you catch them using special lures that don't hurt their mouths, then you throw them back in the water. Which may seem like a pointless exercise to many of us fish-as-food lovers, but with anglers, who can tell!

Deja vu!

Bollywoodtrade reports that the largest Broadcast Network in America, CBS, has offered Mallika Sherawat a role in one of their top prime-time shows. To quote the website: “Mallika will join the cast of 'Hawaii Five-O', a top-rated American TV show, that airs all over the world. The part that she will be playing on the show is being kept secret, but what we know is that, due to her contractual obligation, she had to cancel a previous engagement at the prestigious English university, Oxford, where Ms. Sherawat was scheduled to participate in a debate! “She expressed particular regret

at having to miss this opportunity to address an issue close to her heart – that of women's rights and equality – but the filming contract, to which she is obligated, had no flexibility for her to make the trip to Oxford. Mallika will leave for Honolulu and would be shooting there for a couple of weeks.” Frankly, the reference to “the prestigious English university, Oxford”, made us a bit suspicious about whether the whole thing was a spoof. But maybe it is not, and we are sure Hawai's gain is Oxford's loss. Hopefully this is not a repeat of Ms Sherawat's big con job on her fans in Jackie Chan's 'The Myth'. Her role turned out to be as mythical as the title of the film itself – a whole eight minutes long!

ADC IMPACT A Book Lover Speaks... I have often quoted an interview I gave to a Mumbai-based newspaper, Afternoon Despatch and Courier, in which the paper would ask the interviewee 20 standard questions and on that basis publish an extremely interesting and lively write-up. One question was “Mr. Advani, what is your greatest weakness?” My prompt reply was “Books; at a grosser level, chocolates”. It is this interview that has been prompting people who come to greet me on my birthday or any such happy occasion to keep adding to my personal library, which is now sizable. - BJP patriarch LK Advani As quoted on L.K.Advani's latest blog: http://blog.lkadvani.in/blog-in-english/how-association-with-rss-has-given-meaning-to-my-life

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I have changed my name from Walid Mohd. Sisz Shaikh to Walid Mohammad Shesh Shaikh as per Gazette No. (U-66876). C-37883

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I have changed my name from Swapnali Sham Sankpal to Sonali Sham Sankpal Vide Maha. Govt. Gazette No. (U-33322) with immediate effect. C-37884

AUTOMOBILE FOR SALE

I have changed my name from Ahamad to Ahmad Ibrahim Janki Al-Ajmi as per Affidavit dated 6/02/2014. C-37885 I have changed my name from Ahmed to Ahmad Ibrahim Janki Al-Ajmi as per Affidavit dated 6/02/2014. C-37886 I have changed my name from Sameera Abdul Karim Chauhan, to ‘Sameera Nurul Amin Tungekar’ as per Maharashtra Govt. Gazette No. (U- 67119) Dated: 13/02/2014.

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C-37887

Thank You St. Jude for the favours granted N.K. Khanna C-37878

I have changed my name from Shraban Kumar Singh, to ‘Shrawan Kumar Bhola Singh’ as per Affidavit Dated: 13/02/2014. C-37888

PUBLIC NOTICE

UNIT: SANDESH LIMITED Regd. Office : Sandesh Bhavan, Lad Society Road, B/H. Vastrapur Gam, P.O. Bodakdev, Ahmedabad-380054.

I have changed my name from Naresh Shankar Ahir, to ‘Naresh Shankar Siriya’ as per Affidavit Dated: 13/02/2014. C-37889

Notice hereby given that the certificate in respect of below mentioned Equity Shares of the company has been lost & the holder of the said shares has applied to the company for issue of Duplicate share Certificate in lieu of the original share certificate. Folio No. 022980, Certificate No. 32938 & 32958, Distinctive No. 7600101 -200 & 7602101 -200, Name of Holder -Gayatri Ghai, No. of Shares-200. Public is cautioned against purchasing or otherwise dealing with the above mentioned share certificates. Any person having claims / objections in the said shares, should communicate to the Company at the Registered office of the company at the address given above within 15 days from the date of publication of this Notice. Failing which the Company shall proceed to issue Duplicate Share Certificates. For Sandesh Limited, Company Secretary

I have changed my name from Pandit Pravin Kumar Ramnath, to ‘Pandit Pravin Ramnath’ as per Maharashtra Govt. Gazette No. (U64898) Dated: 06/02/2014. C-37890 I, Ajaykumar Singh have changed my Son’s name from Kirti Vardhan Ajaykumar Singh, to ‘Raj Vardhan Ajaykumar Singh’ as per Maharashtra Govt. Gazette No. (U- 42645) Dated: 28/11/2013. C-37891

CHANGE OF NAME I, Sudhakara, have changed my name to Sudhakar Kulal as per Affidavit dated 28-02-2014. C-37879 I have changed my name from Benedicta Vaz to Benny Vaz as per Affidavit dated 21/02/2014. C-37880 I have changed my name from Farish Mohd. Shish Shaikh to Farish Mohammad Shesh Shaikh as per Gazette No. (U-66874). C-37881

I have changed my name from Samreen Mohd. Sish Shaikh to Samreen Mohammad Shesh Shaikh as per Gazette No. (U-66875). C-37882

I have changed my name from “Meenal Rajiv Thakkar” to “Meenal Rajiv Thakkaar” as per Maharashtra Government Gazette No. U-25008. C-37892 I have changed my name from Mrs. Ismat Yusuf Gadia to Mrs. Naseema Yusuf Gadia (according deed poll Affidavit dated;28/2/2014). C-37893 I have changed my name from Ratilal Raja Patel to Ratilal Raja Chamariya as per Maharashtra Gazette No (U11624). C-37894 I have changed my name from Anthony Alir Crasto to Anthony Elias Crasto, as per the Affidavit. C-37895 I have changed my name from Merwyn Louis Netto to Mervin Basil Netto, as per the Affidavit. C-37896 I have changed my name from Mehta Rameshbhai Chunilal to Mehta Rameshchandra Chunilal as per Affidavit. C-37897

I have changed my name from Dungani Chetanaben Harilal to Mehta Chetana Ashok as per Affidavit. C-37898

I have changed my name from Anand Attippan to Anand Attippan Devendra as per Affidavit. C-37914

I have changed my name from Tausif Shoukin Khan to Tausif Shoukin Khan Pathan as per Affidavit. C-37932

I have changed my name from Mehta Chetanaben Ashok to Mehta Chetana Ashok as per Affidavit. C-37899

I have changed my name from Attippan Mariappan to Attippan Mariappan Devendra as per Affidavit. C-37915

I have changed my name from Mehta Ashokbhai Rameshchandra to Mehta Ashok Rameshchandra as per Affidavit. C-37900

I have changed my name from Sushila Mariappan to Sushila Attippan Devendra as per Affidavit . C-37916

I have changed my name from Shabnam Haider Raees Ahmed Sayed to Shabnam Waqar Haider Mirza as per Gazette No. U -67008. C-37933

I have changed my name from Mehta Ashokkumar Rameshchandra to Mehta Ashok Rameshchandra as per Affidavit. C-37901

I have changed my name from Sneha Sambit Roy to Soma Sambit Roy as per Affidavit. C-37917

I have changed my name from Dharamshi Smitha Narendra to Momaya Smita Vipin as per Affidavit. C-37902 I have changed my name from Momin Mohammed Amin to Mohammed Amin Kadiwal as per deed poll Affidavit Dtd.17/02/2014. C-37903 I have changed my name from Mohammad Shafi Hussain Khatri to Shafi Hussain Khatri as per Affidavit No. KL-794198 dated 26th February 2014. C-37904 I have changed my name from Waliullah to Waliullah Mattiullah Shaikh as per Affidavit. C-37095 I have changed my name from Safia Ghulam Rasool to Safiya Ghulam Rasool Ansari as per Affidavit. C-37906 My old name is Ratan Arjun Ugale and now my new name is Ratnakar Arjun Ugale as per Gazette No. X-74519-A. C-37907 I have changed my name from Ajitkumar Himatbhai Loladiya to Ajit Loladiya as per Affidavit dated: 3 March 2014. C-37908 I have changed my name from “Jayalaxmi Vasudeva Moorthy” to “Jaya Ravi Salian” as per Affidavit dated 03rd March, 2014. C-37909 I have changed my name from “Ravinder Singh Ubhi Alias Ravinder Singh” to “Ravinder Singh Pyara Singh Ubhi” as per Affidavit dated 03rd March, 2014. C-37910 I have changed my name from Gangama Udamollu Reddy to Gangabai Udamollu Reddy as per Affidavit. C-37911 I have changed my name from Ummat Rasul Mohamed Islam to Ummat Rasul Mohamed Islam Shaikh as per Affidavit.

I have changed my name from Satyawan Budhdev Harwani to Satish Budhdev Harwani as per Affidavit. C-37918 I have changed my name from Daksheshkumar Babubhai to Daxesh Babubhai Jivani as per Affidavit. C-37919 I have changed my name from Chandreshkumar Anilkumar Khakhar to Chandresh Anilkumar Khakhar as per Affidavit. C-37920 I have changed my name from Sindhu Rakesh Menon to Sindu Rakesh Menon as per Affidavit. C-37921 I have changed my name from Payal Sachin Doshi to Pinky Sachin Doshi as per Affidavit. C-37922 I have changed my name from Khantilal Dalichand Doshi to Kantilal Dalichand Doshi as per Affidavit. C-37923 I have changed my name from Anand Arjun Temkar to Anant Arjun Temkar as per Affidavit. C-37924 I have changed my name from Pramila Arjun Tembkar to Pramila Arjun Temkar as per Affidavit. C-37925 I have changed my name from Abdul Raheem Siraj Ahmed to Abdul Rahim Sirajuddin Shaikh as per Affidavit. C-37926 I have changed my name from Sumanta Ramesh Roy to Sumanto Ramesh Roy as per Affidavit. C-37927 I have changed my name from Gouri Prakash Lokare to Gauri Prakash Lokare as per Affidavit C-37928 I have changed my name from Sweta Kamlesh Shah to Shweta Kamlesh Shah as per Affidavit. C-37929

C-37912

I have changed my name from Shailesh Balchand Rathod to Shailesh Balchand Jain as per Affidavit. C-37930

I have changed my name from Tahirunnisa Ummat Rasul to Tahirunnisa Ummat Rasul Shaikh as per Affidavit. C-37913

I have changed my name from Mohammed Danees Siddiqui to Mohammed Danish Siddiqui as per Affidavit. C-37931

I have changed my name from Neelam Kumari Isher Dass to Neelam Devkumar Bhambri as per Affidavit. C-37934 I have changed my name from Bharti Ganpat Waigankar to Karuna Kishor Kamtekar as per Affidavit. C-37935 I have change my name form Ramadas Raman Nair to Ramdas Raman Nair as per Affidavit. C-37936 I have change my name from Vrinda Thankappan Nair to Vrindha Nair as per Affidavit No KL 216867. C-37937 I have change my name from Berekar Fahad Mohammed Farooque to Bedekar Fahad Farooque as per Affidavit. C-37938 I have changed my name from Jignesh Jain to Jignesh Kumar Jain as per Affidavit. C-37939 I have changed my name from Manjula Ben Shantilal Vadher to Manjula Shantilal Vadher as per Affidavit. C-37940 I have changed my name from Mushtaque Ali Mohamed Husain to Mushtaq Ali Mohammed Husain Shaikh as per Affidavit. C-37941 I have changed my name from Iqbal Ibrahim Siayed to Iqbal Ibrahim Sayed as per Affidavit C-37942 I have changed my name from Bibi Sameena Kamruzzaman to Sameena Qamaruzzaman Moulvi as per Affidavit. C-37943 I have changed my name from Padmana Shantappa Kasar to Mahaveer Padmana Kasar as per Affidavit. C-37944 I have changed my name from Mukhtar Ahmed Mustaq Ahmed to Mukhtar Ahmed Mustaq Ahmed Shaikh as per Affidavit. C-37945 I have changed my name from Aminabi Rustam Ali to Aminabi Rustam Ali Bepari as per Affidavit. C-37946 I have changed my name from Yamini Ramesh Beda to Yamini Ramesh Bheda as per Affidavit. C-37947 I have changed my name from Indra Bahadur Moti Singh to Indra Moti Singh Vishwakarma as per Affidavit. C-37948

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Rahul to visit Versova during 2-day state tour commencing tomorrow

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ongress vice-president Rahul Gandhi who is on a two-day tour of Maharashtra on March 5 and 6 will interact with the fishermen at Versova beach on Thursday. The Congress vice-president will first interact with engineering and other degree course students at Shirpur in tribal Dhule district on Wednesday. In the afternoon, he will address a public rally at Aurangabad, after which he will meet people on the Dhule-Shirpur road.

public rally at Sonale village, Bhiwandi bypass, in Thane district. AICC General Secretary in-charge of Maharashtra affairs Mohan Prakash, Chief Minister Prithviraj Chavan and MPCC president Manikrao Thakre will accompany Rahul during the tour. Ruling Congress-NCP coalition in Maharashtra will be contesting the Lok Sabha polls with the same 26:22 seat-sharing formula adopted during the last elections, with Congress contestOn the second day, the ing 26 of the total 48 LS seats Congress leader will meet in the state. There are 17 with fishermen at Versova, Congress MPs from the state after which he will address a in the outgoing Lok Sabha.

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students who were heading for the exams. They had to ainline services on Cen- resort to other modes of tral Railway (CR) were transport to reach their exdisrupted causing hardship amination centres. to tens of thousands of daily Due to the OHE breakcommuters and exam going down service was disrupted students during the peak from 8.30 am to 11.30 am. hours on Monday morning. According to officials total 23 According to officials, 23 local train services were terlocal train services were ter- minated and a dozen servminated following break- ices were delayed. down of over head Railway officials said, “To equipment (OHE) between facilitate the passengers Byculla and Chinchpokli. from Chhatrapati Shivaji Monday was first day of Terminus to Parel, down the SSC exams. Breakdown slow trains were diverted to in local services created down fast line, delaying sevpanic among parents and eral fast trains.”

Prima facie it was a lapse by the maintenance team who look after overhead equipment between Byculla and Chinchpokali. On learning about the incident, railway engineers were pressed into service to repair and maintain the OHE and resume regular service. In the later part of the day, when local services became normal, there was report of a goods train developing a technical snag at Asangaon. Few trains got delayed because of it, but it did not have an impact on routine trains.

DGP directs police officials to file their assets returns by March 31, or face disciplinary action By Philip Varghese

n a landmark decision, the office of the Director General of Police – Maharashtra has issued a circular directing all the police officials between the rank of Police Sub-inspector (PSI) to Police Inspector (PI) to file their assets returns by March 31. Till now only Indian Police Service (IPS) officers had to file such returns every year and “this is for the first time that Maharashtra Public Service Commission (MPSC) cadre officers will have to file returns which shall be

repeated every year. “Considering the massive corruption among lower rank officers this is a big and positive decision taken by the Government. This circular had also made it clear that officers who fail to file their returns will have to face disciplinary action. Although it might not reduce the corruption but it will definitely make it complicated for corrupt officers to invest their black money. Time and again we have heard of police officers who amass assets worth crores of rupees, but never file any returns which makes ACB's job difficult,” sources said.

MP Priya Dutt flagging off the first extended run to Raxaul from LTT on Monday. OSD Rajeev Tyagi and other senior divisional officers were are also present on the occasion.

NOT BOTHERED ABOUT SUNDER Contradictory reports by state and PETA hamper bid by activists to move the pachyderm to a sanctuary By Philip Varghese

wo weeks after the Bombay High Court allowed People for Ethical Treatment to Animals (Peta) to visit Kolhapur in a bid to put to rest contradictory reports of whether Sunder the elephant is in 'musth' (a period of heightened sexual urge, which can make captive bull elephants aggressive due to frustration) or not, to inspect and videograph the animal, Peta's lawyers Shiraz Rustomjee and Rohan Rajadhyaksha on Monday presented findings by elephant experts Dr E.K. Easwaran, Assistant Director, Department of Animal Husbandry, Kerala and Dr. Yaduraj Khadpekar, Senior Veterinary Officer, Wildlife SOS – India after visiting the 14year-old elephant on February 19. Sunder is at the centre of a case in which Peta is calling for the animal’s release to a sanctuary. Peta's lawyers argued that Sunder is kept so severely chained that he’s unable to lie down. “The findings showed

that Sunder is displaying signs of severe frustration and mental distress through constant head wobbling, swaying, and other abnormal repetitive movements. As per the report and evidence, Sunder was displaying aggressive behaviour only towards his own mahout, Hyder, and no aggression towards other people during the inspection indicating that Sunder feels threatened by his own mahout,” the lawyers told the court. According to Peta, MLA Vinay Kore had donated Sunder to the Jyotiba temple in 2007, and the elephant has been kept chained since then. In December 2013, Peta obtained video footage showing that Sunder's mahout violently beat him with a pole near a poultry shed where he had been moved at the behest of Kore. That same month, the Bombay High Court ordered Sunder's transfer to a sanctuary, but he has yet to be re-

leased by Principal Chief Conservator of Forests Sarjan Bhagat. Kore and the Kolhapur division of the forest department claimed this is because Sunder is in 'musth' and cannot be transported. Advocate Rajadhyaksha said, “The recent experts’ report has clarified that Sunder is not showing signs of normal 'musth' condition, but ‘moda’ (adolescent) 'musth', and pointed out that Sunder can be transported to a sanctuary and that he should be, to avoid further damage to his mental status. The report also confirmed that Sunder’s current housing facilities are grim and do not even meet the minimum basic standards.” Government lawyer J.S. Saluja submitted a one-page report of a twomember panel comprising S. Bhatt, a veterinarian from Kolhapur and Ajay Desai, a wildlife expert. Saluja cited the report to oppose Sunder's transfer at this stage. “The elephant is still in 'musth'. In the present condition, it would not be possible to shift him anywhere.” After hearing both sides, the division bench comprising of Justice V.M. Kanade and Justice Anil Menon observed that the mahout is untrained and that it is cruel to keep an elephant chained in this way and adjourned the matter for final hearing to March 11. philip.varghese@afternoondc.in

Drove wife to suicide

Arvind Phulchand Dube being led away by API Dilip Landge.

By Suresh Golani

her parents gave in to the demands but the demands leuths of the Nalasopara of the accused went on espolice have arrested a 27- calating and last week he year-old man on charges of began the fresh round of dowry harassment and torture to press for his deabetting suicide to his wife. mands for a motorcycle and According to the police, Rs.50,000 in cash. Unable to Priya Dubey, 22, was found bear the ordeal, Priya took hanging from the ceiling of the extreme step by hanging her tenement in the Santosh herself to the ceiling of her Bhuvan area of Nalasopara tenement with her dupatta. (East) on Sunday morning. “We have arrested Arvind Police said, Priya had tied and booked him under secthe knot with Arvind Fulc- tion 498 (A) and 306 of the hand Dube in 2011. Investi- Indian Penal Code”, congations revealed that Priya firmed Assistant Police Inwas constantly being ha- spector Dilip Landge. rassed physically and menArvind has been retally for more dowry soon manded to police custody after her marriage. Initially by the Sessions Court, Vasai.

06 CHANGE OF NAME I have changed my name from Shenaz Salim Chunawala to Asma Salim Qadri as per Affidavit. C-37949 I have changed my name from Abdul Qadir Salim Chunawala to Abdul Qadir Salim Qadri as per Affidavit. C-37950 I have changed my name from Farida Sajid Jamal Mohd Haroon Hureri/Farida Sajid Jamal Hureri to Farida Sajid Jamal Hariri as per Affidavit. C-37951 I have changed my name from Sajid Jamal Hureri/Sajid Jamal Mohd Haroon Hureri to Sajid Jamal Hariri as per Affidavit. C-37952 I have changed my name from Swapnali Vijay Kharche to Harshita Sagar Nagpal as per Gazette No. U66053. C-37953 I have changed my name from Ramesh Chandra Lachhichandra to Ramesh Chandra Lachhichandra Thakur as per Affidavit. C-37954 I have changed my name from Bimladevi Narbirchand Deopa to Bimla Ramesh Thakur as per Affidavit. C-37955 I have changed my name from Jessie Richard Viges to Jacintha Ricard Vegas as per Affidavit. C-37956 I have changed my name from Richard Charly Viges to Richard Charly Vegas as per Affidavit. C-37957 I have changed my name from Renzil Richard Viges to Renzil Richard Vegas as per Affidavit. C-37958 I have changed my name from Sairakhatun Mohammed Shafiq Shaikh to Saira Salim Khan as per Affidavit. C-37959 I have changed my name from Manish Pratapsinh Ashar to Manish Laxmidas Ashar as per Affidavit. C-37960 I have changed my name from Mohamed Muben Mohamed Yamin to Mohammed Mobin Shaikh as per Affidavit. C-37961 I have changed my name from Baig Aafak Halim Baig to Mirza Aafak Halim Baig as per Affidavit. C-37962 I have changed my name from Balwinder Singh Sangwan to Balwinder Dayanand Sangwan as per Affidavit. C-37963 I have changed my name from Sukhdevsing Amriksingh Virak to Sukhdevsingh Amriksingh Virk as per Affidavit. C-37964 I have changed my name from Shafiuddin to Shafiuddin Ahmed as per Affidavit. C-37965

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I have changed my name from Venkoba Malleshi Patil to Venkoba Malleshi Patel as per Affidavit. C-37966

I have changed my name from Mr. Mohammed Abdul Latif to Mr. Abdul Latif Shaikh as per Affidavit. C-37984

I have changed my name from Prathmesh Vijay Naibagkar to Prathamesh Vijay Naibagkar as per Affidavit. C-37967

I have changed my name from Mr. Iqbal Ahme Shaikh to Mr. Iqbal Ahmed Shaikh as per Affidavit. C-37985

I have changed name from Pooja Shekhar Shimpi to Vinaya Vasant Kulkarni as per Affidavit. C-37968

I have changed my name from Mr. Abdul Ashfaque Ahmed Iqbal Ahme Shaikh to Mr. Ashfaque Ahmed Iqbal Ahmed Shaikh as per Affidavit. C-37986

I have changed my name from Sayali Shekhar Shimpi to Sayali Vinaya Kulkarni as per Affidavit. C-37969 I have changed my name from Sushilkumar Vishwanath More to Sushil Vishwanath More as Per Affidavit. C-37970 I have changed name from Mangesh Kumar to Magesh Kumar as per Affidavit. C-37971 I have changed my name from Bombaywala Haji Abdul Razzak mohemad to Abdul Razzak Bombaywala as per Affidavit. C-37972 I have changed my name from Vijaykumar Anandji Nagda to Vijay Anandji Nagda as per affidavit. C-37973 I have changed my name from Rambabu Jotulal Kanojiya to Rambabu Jethulal Kanoujiya as per Affidavit. C-37974 I have changed my name from Kanojia Sadhana Jotulal to Kanoujiya Sadhana Jethulal as per Affidavit. C-37975 I have changed my name from Kanojia Jotulal Calluti to Kanoujiya Jethulal as per Affidavit. C-37976 I have changed my name from Ankit Mahesh Gupta to Ankit Agarwal as per Affidavit. C-37977 I have changed my name from Nirmala Ben Hemraj Jakharia to Nirmala Nilesh Shah as per Affidavit. C-37978 I have changed my name from Kanhyalal Sunderji Jain to Kanmal Sunderji Jain as per Affidavit. C-37979 I have changed my name from Mr. Fahad Lukhman Buraniya to Mr. Fahad Luqman Bhoraniya as per Affidavit. C-37980 I Ms. Sakina Golwala have changed my sonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s name from Hussain Kaizer Lokhandwala to Mehlam Golwala as per Affidavit. C-37981 I have changed my name from Jamil Ahemad Rajput to Jamil Ahemad Khan as per Affidavit. C-37982 I have changed my name from Mr. Mohammed Faruque Mohammed Abdul Latif Shaikh to Mr. Mohammed Faruk Abdul Latif Shaikh as per Affidavit. C-37983

I have changed my name from Sayyed Uruj Fatima Mohammed Ashfaque to Saiyed Urooj Fatima Mohammed Ashfaque as per Affidavit. C-37987 I have changed my name from Madhu Kumar Bhatt to Madhusudan Bhatt as per Affidavit. C-37988 I have changed my name from Ameet Rao to Amit Babu Rao as per Afdt dated on 03/02/2014. C-37989 I have changed my name from Uzma Bano Gulam Mustafa Shaikh to Uzma Gulam Mustafa Shaikh as per Affidavit C-37990 I have changed my name from Mr. Imran Rafik to Mr. Imran Rafik Shaikh as per Affidavit. C-37991 I have changed my name from Moize Hussain Jawadwala to Moiz Hussain Jawadwala as per Maharashtra Govt. Gazette No. 53995. C-37992 I have changed my name from Jafarali Hussain Jawadwala to Jafar Hussain Jawadwala as per Maharashtra Govt. Gazette No. 55036. C-37993 I have changed my name from Mr. Momaya Mohmed Sadik Abbas to Mr. Momaya Mohmed Sadiq Abbas as per Affidavit. C-37994

I have changed my name from Pranita Prasad Palav to Smita Prasad Palav as per Affidavit. C-38002 I have changed my name from Meena Laxmandas to Meena Laxmandas Ramsinghani as per Affidavit. C-38003 I have changed my name from Vicky Laxmandas to Vikas Laxmandas Ramsinghani as per Affidavit. C-38004 I have changed my name from Lalit Kumar to Lalit Naraindas Khemani as per Affidavit. C-38005

I Yogeshkumar Nitenkumar Doshi have changed my name to Yogesh Nitin Doshi as per Deedpoll Affidavit dated: 19/02/14. C-38022 I Nitenkumar Doshi have changed my name to Nitin Shivlal Doshi as per Deedpoll Affidavit dated: 19/02/14. C-38023

I have changed my name from Mr. Mr. Matiulla Hasanraja Khan to Mr. Matiullah Hasanraja Khan as per Affidavit. C-38007

I Sarijben Kamleshkumar Shah have changed my name to Mrs. Sarojben Kamleshkumar Shah as per Deedpoll Affidavit dated: 01/03/14. C-38024

I have changed my name from Mrs. Saira Matiulla Khan to Mrs. Saira Matiullah Khan as per Affidavit. C-38008 I have changed my name from Miss Kazi Tabbassum Mohd Hanif to Mrs. Tabassum Sameer Kazi as per Affidavit. C-38009 I have changed my name from Savaratkar Sumati Shankar to Sawardekar Sumati Shankar as per Affidavit. C-38010 I have changed my name from Miss. Km. Uzma Naz to Mrs. Uzma Fatima Ali Ashraf Sayed as per Affidavit. C-38011 I have changed my name from Mary Cecelia Maliekal to Mary Cecelia as per Affidavit. C-38012 I have changed my name from Nalshri Maniram Shende to Nalshree Ashok Sawai as per Affidavit. C-38013 I have changed my name from Manju Mohan Khetwani to Daania Fatema Naqui Shaikh as per Gazette No. U-67978. C-38014

I have changed my name from Prashant Shivshankar Danait to Prashant Shivshankar Danai as per Affidavit dated: 1-3-2014 C-37996

I have changed my name from Imran Asgarali Gandhi to Imran Asgarali Badri as per Affidavit Dt. 03-03-2014. C-38015

I have changed my name from Joanna to Jhonna Francis Falcon as per Affidavit. C-37997

I have changed my name from Mariam Imran Gandhi to Mariam Imran Badri as per Affidavit Dt. 03-03-2014. C-38016

I have changed my name from Ramlowan Kurmi to Ramlaout Kurmi as per Affidavit. C-37999

I Mrs. Sarojben Shripal Jain have changed my name to Mrs. Sarojben Shripal Chhajed as per Deedpoll Affidavit dated: 03/03/14. C-38021

I have changed my name from Mr. Imran Matiulla Khan to Mr. Imran Matiullah Khan as per Affidavit. C-38006

I have changed my name from Tasleem to Tasneem Khan as per Affidavit. C-37995

I have changed my name from Amar Kale Kund to Rahul Kale Kund as per Affidavit. C-37998

I Mr. Shripal Kundanmal Jain have changed my name to Mr. Shripal Kundanmal Chhajed as per Deedpoll Affidavit dated: 03/03/14. C-38020

We Mr. Imran Asgarali Badri & Mrs. Mariam Imran Badri, have change our son name from Abdul Qadir Gandhi to Abdul Qadir Badri as per Affidavit Dt. 03-03-2014. C-38017

I have changed my name from Mohammed Mafruz Mohammed Abu Sayyad to Mafruz Mohd Abu Saiyyed as per Affidavit. C-38000

We Mr. Imran Asgarali Badri & Mrs. Mariam Imran Badri, have change our daughter name from Lamya Imran Gandhi to Lamya Imran Badri as per Affidavit Dt.03-03-2014. C-38018

I have changed my name from Jadhav Sangaramsing Jaysing to Patil Sangaramsing Jaysing as per Affidavit. C-38001

I Miss. Indumati Ganpat Kalekar have changed my name to Mrs. Anagha Anil Rame as per Deedpoll Affidavit dated: 05/02/14. C-38019

I Singh Manjeet Kaur Nirmal Singh have changed my name to Manjeet Kaur Nirmal Singh Sehra as per Deedpoll Affidavit dated: 03/03/14. C-38025 I Harshaben Pravin Vaghela have changed my name to Harsha Harshadray Yadav as per Maharashtra Government Gazette No X-116976 dated: 13/06/13. C-38026 I Harshadbhai Shamalji Yadav have changed my name to Harshadray Shamalji Yadav as per Maharashtra Government Gazette No X-116975 dated: 13/06/13. C-38027 I Shamina Bai Barkat Ali have changed my name to Shamina Husein Ujjainwala as per Deedpoll Affidavit dated: 22/02/14. C-38028 I Mr. Venkata Satyanarayana Chutturi have changed my name to Mr. Venkata Satyanarayana Chitturi as per Deedpoll Affidavit dated: 05/02/14. C-38029 I Prasantosh Babu Dakey Have changed my name to Prasantosh Kumar Baburao Dakey as per Deedpoll Affidavit dated: 01/03/14. C-38030 I Viraj Rajesh Panchasara have changed my name to Viraj Rajesh Panchashra as per Deedpoll Affidavit dated: 26/02/14. C-38031 I Neena Jeetsingh Punjabi have changed my name to Harsharan Kaur Gurmeetsingh Gill as per Deedpoll Affidavit. C-38032 I Harsharan Gurmeetsingh Gill have changed my name to Harsharan Kaur Gurmeetsingh Gill as per Deedpoll Affidavit. C-38033 I Khan Mosim Yusuf Khan have changed my name to Mosim Yusuf Khan as per Deedpoll Affidavit. C-38034

I Sangapal Mohan Chakre have changed my name to Sanghpal Mohan Chakre as per Deedpoll Affidavit. C-38035 I Surendra Kumar Jindal have changed my name to Surendra Prasad Agrawal as per Deedpoll Affidavit dated: 03/02/14. C-38036 I Sudha Jindal have changed my name to Sudha Devi Agrawal as per Deedpoll Affidavit dated: 03/02/14. C-38037 I Mohammed Meraj Abdul Jabbar have changed my name to Meraj Jabbar Ali Shaikh as per Deedpoll Affidavit dated: 03/03/14. C-38038 I Abdul Jabbar have changed my name to Jabbar Ali Shaikh as per Deedpoll Affidavit dated: 03/03/14. C-38039 I Zarina Begum Jabbar Ali have changed my name to Zarina Jabbar Ali Shaikh as per Deedpoll Affidavit dated: 03/03/14. C-38040 I Vakil @ Vakil Zamir Husan have changed my name to Vakil Ansari as per Deedpoll Affidavit. C-38041 I Khushboo Mehboob Shaikh have changed my name to Khadija Taheri Lokhandwala as per Deedpoll Affidavit. C-38042 I Dipak Rasal have changed my name to Deepak Rasal as per Deedpoll Affidavit. C-38043 I Bhaveshkumar Mangilal Bhanti have changed my name to Bhavesh Mangilal Bhati as per Deedpoll Affidavit. C-38044 I Prashantkumar Mangilal Bhati have changed my name to Prashant Mangilal Bhati as per Deedpoll Affidavit. C-38045 I Maqdum Fakruddin Saiyad have changed my name to Maqdum Fakruddin Sayyed as per Deedpoll Affidavit. C-38046 I Mahesh Patel have changed my name to Mahesh Dhodiya as per Deedpoll Affidavit. C-38047 I Kumar Dhapare Sandeshkumar Suresh have changed my name to Sandesh Suresh Dhapare as per Deedpoll Affidavit. C-38048 We Mr. Sarfaraz Zafar Ahasan & Mrs. Sumayya Sarfaraz Ahasan have changed our minor sonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s name from Ahmed Hasmi Ashraf Sarfaraz Ahasan to Ahmed Hashmi Ashraf Sarfaraz Ahasan as per Deedpoll Affidavit. C-38049 I Shaikh Mubarak Mohammed Yunus have changed my name to Khan Mohammed Mubarak Mohammed Yunus as per Deedpoll Affidavit. C-38050 I Shaikh Rafikunissa Mubarak have changed my name to Khan Rafikunissa Mohammed Mubarak as per Deedpoll Affidavit. C-38051

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By Tariq Khan

When she failed to fulfill their demands, the accused, he RCF police have ar- on Friday, called Karim, a rested a Chembur resi- local barber to their home. dent, his sister-in-law and a Shafiq and Shama held her barber, after his 18-year-old down and forcefully cut her wife, Nisa Shaikh, lodged an hair. They then kept her FIR complaining that her in- locked in the bathroom for laws have been harassing her rest of the day. and shaved her head since "She had a scarf on her she was not able to give head when she came to leave them the dowry they were with us,” said the com-

‘Police are lying’

Rabia Khan, Jiah Khan's mother, with her lawyer Dinesh Tiwari, at a press conference on Monday, where she accused the police of covering the truth.

Husband, in-laws, barber arrested for shaving off wife's hair over unfulfilled dowry demands them to take a loan and promised to pay the EMIs. I work as a nurse and have three more children to take care of. I had given all household items like TV, refrigerator, washing machine and cupboard as dowry during the marriage." The marriage was done in May 2013 when the complainant was a minor. The accused Shaikh works as a driver with a public limited company. He stays at Bharat Nagar, Chembur, with his brother and sister in-law. "A week into the marriage I started getting calls from my daughter complaining about

the torture. She was at my place since last three months as her husband used to harass her for small things. Only recently he came to my house and apologized for his mistakes, promising that he would not do it again, but this time he crossed all limits," said Safiya. RCF police have registered a case under Sections 498 (a) (husband or relative of husband of a woman subjecting her to cruelty), 342 (punishment for wrongful confinement), 355 (assault or criminal force with intent to dishonour person), 109, 324, of the IPC.

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lying and have covered the truth. I have maintained that ollywood actress Jiah my daughter was murdered. I Khan's mother Rabia had no choice but to go after Khan on Monday al- each and every witness”, leged that the investigation Rabia alleged. done by Mumbai Police in Givingh a various examples her daughter's death case has of police lapses, Rabia said been shoddy and that Jiah that Jiah's room's window was in fact murdered. was open when the incident Rabia Khan had held a spe- took place but the police said cial press conference in that it was closed. Mumbai at her advocate TiAdvocate Tiwari said that wari's office where she stated the police have manipulated that she had performed a statements of the witnesses. sting operation on eight peoDirector of Forensic Sciple related to Jiah's death ence Laboratory Dr. M.K. case and that she will reveal Malve said that they had exthe respective audio tapes amined all the samples found very soon. on Jiah's dead body but did “Mr Tiwari and his team not find anything that could have worked day in and day indicate that someone had out. All the evidences and cir- touched her dead body. “All cumstances are speaking for examination indicates that it themseleves. The police are was a suicide”, he clarified.

Youth found dead in Kashimira The arrested husband, Shafiq Shaikh, and his hapless wife, Nisa. demanding. Nisa, who was married off when she was just 17, claims her family was forced to give a dowry worth Rs 20 lakh as her husband wanted to buy a house and a motorbike. Shafiq Shaikh, 21, Shama Shaikh, 23 and Mohammed Karim Shaikh, 32, were arrested by the cops on Monday, after Nisa filed a case of dowry harassment against him. The accused were demanding money from the complainant’s mother Safiya, 33 since a week.

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plainant’s mother. "I asked her about her hair, and her husband said that she had been tonsured to treat lice. I was appalled at his answer. When he left our home, my daughter confided with me about what happened. I consulted a social activist and then approached the cops". A mother of four, Safiya said that she was giving in to their dowry demands to settle her daughter, but was not able to arrange the amount they were asking for and advised them to take a loan. "I told

leuths of the Thane (rural) police on Sunday recovered the body of an unidentified youth from a privately owned property in a posh residential area of Kashimira. According to the police, they were informed about the body lying in a vacant plot between Penkarpada and Srushti Complex. A police team immediately reached the spot and found the blood-soaked body inflicted with deep neck and chest injuries apparently caused by some sharp weapon. “The youth believed to be in his early 20s, was wearing a blue half sleeve t-shirt and black-coloured jeans. His mouth had been gagged with a piece of cloth”, said Assistant Police Inspector Subhash Mate. While the investigating team has sent pictures of the body to various police stations, a missing persons' complaints are also been verified to ascertain the identity of the deceased. A case of murder under section 302 of the Indian Penal Code has been registered.

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Sena leadership pulls up 'defying' corporators! By Suresh Golani

asked them to tender an unconditional apology to the aking a strong cognizance BJP leadership. The resoluof the 'mysterious' ab- tion moved by NCP’s Dhruvksence of four Shiv Sena cor- ishore Patil, affirming the nod porators during the general of the House in context with body meeting of the Mira- the shifting of the waste Bhayandar Municipal Corpo- process plant from Dhavgi in ration (MBMC), which led to Uttan to Sakvar village near NCP’s victory in the crucial Vasai, was countered by the vote-on-account to pass a BJP-led opposition. However, resolution, Senior Sena lead- thanks to the absence of Shiv ers not only pulled up the Sena members, the NCP on erring corporators, but also the virtue of their numerical

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strength in the House, passed the resolution. The move is being seen as a fallout of a tactical understanding with the NCP, which 'managed' a section of Shiv Sena corporators, to mysteriously abstain from the House. Fearing the widening rift between the local BJP and Shiv-Sena cadres could dent the chances of Rajan Vichare -their Lok Sabha candidate, from the Thane Lok Sabha parliamentary segment. Thane district Shiv Sena chief Eknath Shinde summoned the corporators and pulled them up for their defiance.

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n what is being seen as major setback to a section of dominating politicians from the Agri community, the State Urban Development (UDD) department has turned down a proposal mooted by the General Body (GB) House in the MiraBhayandar Municipal Corporation (MBMC), seeking de-reservation of a playground plot and an official nod to hand it over to the Agri Samaj Unnati Sanstha.

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The Mira-Bhayandar Municipal Corporation headquarters. Meanwhile, it should be noted that a prime piece of property in Bhayandar admeasuring 46,700 sq.mt. has been earmarked for playground and social forestry (Reservation No.122). The GB in its meeting dated July 29, 2011 passed a resolution (No.42) seeking part dereservation (8,000 sq.mt.) of the land under Section 37(1) of the Maharashtra Regional Town Planning Act, 1966 and Development Control Rule to hand it over to the private social organization. However, the UDD after carrying out necessary probe into the matter and following detailed consultations with the Pune-based,

Directorate of State Town Planning department rejected the proposal to de-reserve the plot and passed the subsequent order (No: TPS1213/1813/231/13/NV-12) in this context. “Although the land is proposed to be allotted to the Agri Sanstha, the facilities will be extended to every citizen, irrespective of cast, creed and religion,” said, veteran BJP leader, Rohidas Patil. It should be noted that the Agri community not only has a sizeable presence in the region, but at one point of time the members of this clan had a dominating presence in the MBMC and a virtual clout in local politics.

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the Bhiwandi Lok Sabha seat in the 2009 elections is ready to exchange the seat with Sena in lieu of an Osmanabad seat. The By Prashant Hamine BJP is keen on seeking the Osmanabad seat for Subhe BJP and Shiv hash Deshmukh, while Sena are likely to the Sena is keen on fieldswap the Bhiwandi ing Yogesh Patil who had and Osmanabad Lok unsuccessfully contested Sabha seats considering the 2009 assembly electhe changed political sce- tions from Bhiwandi East nario at the ground level, assembly constituency. sources disclosed. More Sena sources disclosed than that voices of resent- that the party fancies its ment in both the long chances this time around standing allies over seat of winning the Bhiwandi sharing between them Lok Sabha seat. have begun to surface However, feathers in over Lok Sabha seats of the BJP-Sena alliance Dhule and Baramati. were ruffled yesterday Sources in both the saf- with Sena MLA Vijay Shivfron alliance partners yes- tare venting his ire over terday disclosed that the the alliance leadership BJP which had contested overlooking his candida-

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ture for the Baramati Lok Sabha seat. In the seat sharing agreement between the Mahayuti alliance, the seat has been allocated to the Rashtriya Samaj Paksha (RSP) whose president Mahadev Jankar is slated to contest against NCPs sitting MP Supriya Sulye. Meanwhile, BJP workers led by MLA Jaykumar Rawal and others have complained to former BJP president Nitin Gadkari over the candidature of Dr. Subhash Bhamre and want Bhamre to be replaced. Gadkari is reported to have told the delegation that if there is a recommendation from the state party unit then the candidature can be changed.

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fter prolonged discussions, the NCP yesterday, announced the name of Suresh Dhas, Minister of State for Revenue, to contest the Beed parliamentary constituency against senior BJP leader Gopinath Munde in the forthcoming Lok Sabha elections. The decision was taken by the NCP president and Union Agriculture Minister, Sharad Pawar at a meeting, in which several senior party leaders were present. The NCP was looking for suitable candidate who could be pitted against Munde, and after a series of rounds, finally underscored Dhas' name. Significantly, the NCP is yet to announce candidates for the Maval, Hatkanangale and Hingoli seats. Party sources said that the decision on Hatkanangale is pending, because the party is persuading Rural Development Minister, Jayant Patil

strongly resisted but the accused banged Anuhya's head chief Rakesh Maria. on the service road, because In a press conference held formed and led by Bhosale. of Chembur around 4.45 am, of which she became unconby Maria and all the IPS offiSoon after taking charge as she went to the station's scious. The accused then hid cers of crime branch includ- the city's police chief on Feb- waiting room, as the day was her body in the nearby ing the investigating team ruary 16, Maria summoned quite foggy. Soon, the ac- bushes and fled away with under the leadership of ACP Bhosale and gave him a cused, Sanap, approached her belongings except the Praful Bhosale, the commis- carte-blanche to go ahead Anuhya and told her he could gold ring and her mobile, sioner said, “The case was with Anuhya's probe, as take her to her home in And- said the police. solved by various means and Maria is well aware about heri in a taxi for just Rs 300. resources, which includes Bhosale's investigative skills. Sanap picked up Anuhya's examining the technical as- After getting a nod, nine bag and started walking out pects related to the crime teams of police personnel of the railway station, where and questioning as well as from the crime branch were she learned that Sanap did inquiring nearly 2,500 odd created and sent to different not have taxi but a motorcy- Soon after the killing Esther, people. But most signifi- locations in Maharashtra in cle. She refused to go with Sanap informed Shahu about cantly, the case was detected search of the accused. him but the accused tried to the crime and then fled to with the help of immense Meanwhile, Shahu was convince her that she could Nashik. There the accused human intelligence, which brought to the city from note down her mobile num- disguised himself as a sadhu. ber as well as the motorcycle According to police, Sanap number and the same could had grown a beard and had applying haldi be informed to her relatives. started This words of the accused, (turmeric), which is of safThe officer, who is known for his investigating said Maria, may have con- fron colour on his forehead. techniques and skills has again earned kudos vinced the deceased that the This enabled him to dodge from his bosses. Recently, the acid attack case person would take her to the the police as well as known of Preeti Rathi, considered to be a most destination without creating people, who could help the difficult case, was detected by Mumbai's crime any problems. However, the police in locating him. branch – thanks to Bhosale, under whose During his period, he went accused, after driving the leadership the cops were able to nab the main bike for some distance along to Trimbakeshwar and there accused. He is an officer who has 24x7 the Eastern Express High- he met an astrologer to learn working attitude and takes rest only after the way, stopped the vehicle on about his future. The ascase is solved. His friends and colleagues say the pretext that the petrol trologer informed him that that till the time the case is not solved he consistently thinks about the coming days for him tank had become empty. it even when he is on his way to home from office. At first glance, Subsequently, the accused would be quite bad, for Bhosale looks like a college professor, but in late 80's and 90's, started misbehaving with which he also did some when the city's underworld was at its peak, Bhosale sucessfully Anuhya to grab her hand bag pujas, said the police. neel.shah@afternoondc.in managed to break the spine of organized crime syndicate by killing and laptop bag. Anuhya the most ruthless and dreaded gangsters in encounters. To this, there's no mention from his side, but if a close friend asks, he doesn't hesitate to tell the seamier side of his encounters. The past 33 years for Bhosale as a cop have been a trial by fire, which he has very calmly tackled, said a colleague.

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came through questioning the people and then creating informers to work on finding the accused.” Police has presently not charged the accused under rape sections, as the probe is still on. “More sections in the case will be included at a further stage, as and when the police are able to get more evidence against the accused,” said ACP Bhosale, who was specifically chosen and instructed to probe Anuhya's case by former police commissioner Satyapal Singh. In this regard, a Special Investigating Team (SIT) was

Jharkhand on Monday afternoon and the duo was booked under relevant sections of kidnapping and murder of the IPC. The police also recovered Anuhya's bag, which he had given to a beggar saying that his wife had died.

What happened on that fateful day of January 5?

As soon as Anuhya disembarked from the Lokmanya Tilak Terminus railway station (LTT) in Tilak Nagar area

BEAUTIFUL GARDEN: Member of Parliament Gurudas Kamat cuts a ribbon to launch modernisation programme of the Late Shri Sunil Dutt Garden at Juhu from the MLA fund of Ashok Jadhav (MLA), recently. Present during the function were opposition leaders Bala Amberkar, Kunal Jadhav, Inderpal Singh, Mahesh K. Malik and many priests from the Juhu’s ISKCON temple.

Tweet tweet: nitinji and raj meet each other Continued from pg 1 « Speaking to the electronic media in the evening, Gadkari remarked “we want to avoid the candidates put up by Raj Thackeray ultimately benefiting the Congress. Moreover, what is more important is that he should join the BJP-led NDA and lend support. Our aim is to ensure that he does not field his candidates against us and even if he does so their numbers should be less. It is important to ensure that the anti-Congress votes do not get divided. Our candidates have been decided and that there is no possibility of any changes being made. At present there is no possibility of any alliance between MNS-BJP. Any decision related to MNS will be discussed and decided by the Mahayuti leaders. I too am a leader and can meet anybody. Hence no one needs to get upset”. MNS sources confirmed the meeting having taken place. After which Shelar on his twitter handle was forced to tweet “nitinji and raj are accessible people and they meet each other for a discussion on congress free india”. However, barely couple of hours earlier as the electronic media started flashing

the news, Ashish Shelar tweeted “let me put to rest irresponsible speculation: No secret meetings happening between BJP and MNS. Thanks”. Only last month, both Raj Thackeray and Gadkari had been together in Nashik for the ground-breaking ceremony of 'Godapark' project, a tourism project of the Nashik Municipal Corporation. The MNS is in power in the Nashik civic body with the support of BJP. Sources disclosed that the two leaders discussed the ensuing March 20 Legislative Council elections and the ensuing Lok Sabha elections. The BJP-Shiv Sena alliance which has decided to field two candidates each, is short of numbers in the legislative assembly and will have to depend on parties like MNS which has 12 MLAs in the lower house. Besides, the BJP is also keeping the backdoor channels of communications open with the MNS in view of the ensuing Lok Sabha polls. It may be recalled that in the 2009 Lok Sabha elections, the presence of MNS candidates in constituencies in Mumbai and parts of Maharashtra had resulted in some BJP-Sena candidates losing by considerable mar-

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HENEVER a joint committee is formed, the UPA does a lot of manipulation and ensures that in the arrival at any decision, it has the final say. It allows the member of the opposition to become its chairman and gives all possible concessions, but cleverly it retains this power to have a big say in any decision making. The setting up of the Joint Parliamentary Committee (JPC) is an instance of a manoeuvred plan. Another instance of such a manoeuvre is the passing of the Jan Lokpal Bill. Social activist Anna Hazare was the one who wanted Jan Lokpal Bill accepted by the government. Anna undertook an indefinite hunger strike more than once and the government finally agreed to pass the bill with some changes. It, however, made several changes like the appointment of CBI – ambiguous. Now, the UPA is faced with a big problem – quite a few eminent people whom it wanted to accept a seat in the selection committee of the Jan Lokpal have flatly refused. An eminent advocate, Fali Nariman, has refused to be in such a committee which he said is a joke. Justice T.K. Thomas has quit the plan too. It must have been quite embarrassing to the government. What has happened does not augur well to the reputation of the UPA government. There is something apparently wrong in the framing of the Jan Lokpal too since the UPA so far shows that it wants to have total control of the government. It is not going to be a free institution at all. Ultimately, it is the government which will have a final say how the Lokpal will be implemented. The decision to stay away by the two eminent personalities not to have anything to do with the Jan Lokpal proves that the Jan Lokpal which the government has created is nothing but a sham. The provisions which Anna Hazare included in his Jan Lokpal format are conspicuous by its absence. They have been added to the format to ensure that the government can do whatever it likes.

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NOTHER Lok Sabha, 15th in the series, has concluded its five-year tenure. Whatever business that was transacted in the house was, indeed, exasperating and raucous. Unfortunately the house representing the democratic system has fallen by the wayside practically in all Asian countries. In another three months Indian voters will once again queue up before the polling booths to elect their representatives. Their quality has been wanting. But I am confident that the next house will be better in content because the emergence of the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) has changed the political scenario in the country to make it cleaner and transparent. Yet I do not like the increasing influence of the armed forces. Defence Minister A.K. Anthony was correct in saying that there can never be an army coup in the country. First India's Prime Minister Jawaharlal Nehru too echoed the same thoughts when he opted for the parliamentary way of governance after independence in August 1947. His argument was that the country was too large and too caste and religion ridden.

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central government has not relented because the armed forces want the AFSPA to continue. Even a marginal concession of releasing the political prisoners as requested by the Jammu and Kashmir chief minister has been denied. More recent is the inquiry into the "encounter" at Pathribal in Jammu and Kashmir. The army is alleged to have killed five "terrorists" while the local villagers have said that the deceased were innocent. The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) inquired into the matter and has submitted its report before the Supreme Court. According to the report, it was a cold blooded fake encounter. In fact, breaking his silence after 23 years then Kupwara deputy commissioner S.M. Yasin said recently that he had been threatened and offered promotions to change his

Upper hand in affairs of governance My worry, however, is over the say which the armed forces are beginning to have in the affairs of governance. Take the stationing of troops at the Siachen Glacier. Was it necessary when several retired top brass said that it had no strategic importance? Even otherwise, when an agreement had been initialed by foreign secretaries of India and Pakistan, our armed forces should have followed the decision but they had it stalled. Instead of being a no-man territory the soldiers of both countries at the glacier are suffering due to the inclement weather and losing men at regular intervals. Take another example of the Armed Forces (Special Powers) Act (AFSPA) which empowers the army to detain or even kill a person on suspicion without any legal action. The northeast has been under it for years. A government-appointed committee found it "unnecessary" and recommended its withdrawal. But the armed forces have had their way and the AFSPA continues to be in operation. Jammu and Kashmir chief minister Omar Abdullah has officially asked New Delhi to free the state from the law's application. He has made the appeal even publicly. But the

BETWEEN THE LINES Kuldip Nayar report on the alleged mass rapes in Konam Poshpora in February 1991. It is strange that the army has claimed that there was no such incident. The self-acquittal by the top brass has only aggravated the sense of alienation and resentment among the people in Jammu and Kashmir. The government of India should still set up a judicial inquiry headed by a Supreme Court judge to investigate into what are perceived as fake encounters. Hardly has the dust settled down on the Pathribal encounters when the story of a possible coup in January 2012 has become public. Two army units--one of which was an armoured battalion moved to Delhi from Agra. Any movement of troops in the periphery of the capital has to be with the prior permission. Still both units moved and were withdrawn only when the Defence Secretary summoned the Director General of Military Operations, Lt. Gen. A.K. Choudhary, at mid-

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he Buddha spoke the Four Noble Truths and many other teachings, but at the heart they all stress the same thing. An ancient story explains this well. Once a very old king went to see an old hermit who lived in a bird’s nest in the top of a tree, “What is the most important Buddhist teaching?” The hermit answered, “Do no evil, do only good. Purify your heart.” The king had expected to hear a very long explanation. He protested, “But even a five-year old child can understand that!” “Yes,” replied the wise sage, “but even an 80-year-old man cannot do it.” The Triple Jewel The Buddha knew it would be difficult for people to follow his teachings on their own, so he established the ‘Three Refuges’ for them to rely on. If a person wants to become a Buddhist take refuge in and rely on the Buddha, the Dharma, and the Sangha. These are known as the Triple Jewel. The Sangha are the monks and nuns. They live in monasteries and carry on the Buddha’s teaching. The word Sangha means ‘harmonious community’. The Buddha, the Dharma, and the Sangha together possess qualities that are precious like jewels and can lead one to enlightenment. The Five Precepts All religions have some basic rules that define what is good conduct and what kind of

conduct should be avoided. In Buddhism, the most important rules are the Five Precepts. These have been passed down from the Buddha himself. 1. No killing – Respect for life 2. No stealing – Respect for others’ property 3. No sexual misconduct – Respect for our pure nature 4. No lying – Respect for honesty 5. No intoxicants – Respect for a clear mind No killing: The Buddha said, “Life is dear to all beings. They have the right to live the same as we do.” We should respect all life and not kill anything. Killing ants and mosquitoes is also breaking this precept. We should have an attitude of loving kindness towards all beings, wishing them to be happy and free from harm. Taking care of the earth, its rivers and air is included. One way that many Buddhists follow this precept is by being vegetarian. No stealing: If we steal from another, we steal from ourselves. Instead, we should learn to give and take care of things that belong to our family, to the school, or to the public. No sexual misconduct: Proper conduct shows respect for oneself and others. Our bodies are gifts from our parents, so we should protect them from harm. Young people should especially keep their natures pure and develop their virtue. It is up to them to make the world a better place to live. In

night and conveyed him that the top brass in the government was very unhappy and concerned.

Examples must serve as grim warning

When a daily newspaper broke the story at that time, Defence Minister A.K. Anthony rubbished it. So did some key army and civilian officials. Now Lt. Gen. A.K. Choudhary, after his retirement, has confirmed the story. More shocking is the confirmation by Air Chief N.A.K. Browne, then heading the Air Force. He has said: “The paratroopers were being moved to check out the possibility of their marrying with the C130 at Hindon air base, near Delhi.” Still the Defence Minister has said that it was “a routine training exercise.” When after telling the Director General of Military Operations, the government sends a chopper to check if the troops were on their way back, there is more than what meets the eye. Since the date synchronized with the appeal to the Supreme Court by the then army chief V.K. Singh on his birth date, the movement of the military units was given importance beyond proportions. The entire matter has to be examined further by a team of top retired civil and military officials to reach the bottom of the "routine exercise." It cannot be left at the mere denial stage despite Defence Minister Anthony's vehement denial. Even a limited say of the armed forces in civilian matters is ominous. The armed forces are apolitical is a tribute to their training and conviction when both Pakistan and Bangladesh have swerved from the right path. The other two countries in the subcontinent have had a similar training. Still they threw out the elected government. Even today when the troops have gone back to the barracks, one cannot underestimate the importance of the military. The Indian military knows and honours its place in a democratic polity. Still the examples I have given should serve as a grim warning. True, the democratic temperament has got implanted on the Indian soil. But this could not be taken for granted. Even a small example of Bonapartism should be probed thoroughly. The armed forces are for the country's defence and the decision to use them rests with the elected government. This is something basic and no compromise can be made in a democratic structure. happy families, the husband and wife both respect each other. No lying: Being honest brings peace into the world. When there is a misunderstanding, the best thing is to talk it over. This precept includes no gossip, no back-biting, no harsh words and no idle speech. No intoxicants: The fifth precept is based on keeping a clear mind and a healthy body. One day, when the Buddha was speaking the Dharma for the assembly, a young drunkard staggered into the room. He tripped over some monks who were sitting on the floor and started cursing loudly. His breath reeked of alcohol and filled the air with a sickening stench. Mumbling to himself, he reeled out the door. Everyone was astonished at his rude behavior, but the Buddha remained calm. “Great assembly!” he spoke, “Take a look at this man! He will certainly lose his wealth and good name. His body will grow weak and sickly. Day and night, he will quarrel with his family and friends until they abandon him. The worst thing is that he will lose his wisdom and become stupid.” Little by little, one can learn to follow these precepts. If one sometimes forgets them, one can start all over again. Following the precepts is a lifetime job. If one kills or hurts someone’s feelings by mistake, that is breaking the precepts, but it was not done on purpose. – Buddha

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Virat's valiant men fought in vain THOUGH Team India lost the match against Pakistan in the last over in a nail-biting finish with two balls to spare, it needs to be said to the credit of Virat's 'men in blue' that they fought valiantly till the end and brought to the fore a very tight bowling performance which changed the runs needed vs. balls available equation from a hopeless 122 runs with 155 balls to 10 runs in six balls at the end. In the ultimate analysis, their No.11 batsman, Junaid Khan had all the luck in the world not only to survive Ashwin's second ball of the last over after he had bowled their No.10 with the previous ball but to manage a single to enable the dangerous Afridi to take strike. And the 'Old Fox', with nearly 400 ODIs behind him, rose to the occasion like a colossus and lofted two sixes to settle the score for the delirious Pakistan's supporters. Had Virat brought all the fielders to crowd round the last batsman's bat, that crucial one run could have been probably prevented. Dhoni was indeed missed as a wicket-keeper -Dinesh Karthik is far too inexperienced. — Dr. V. Subramanyan, Thane

DITCH THEM: If Congress is not given at least 15 seats in Bihar for LS polls, the party should review its alliance with Lalu Prasad Yadav's RJD.

Lalu's firm offer RASHTRIYA Janata Dal (RJD) chief Lalu Prasad Yadav's ultimatum to Congress Party by offering only 11 seats out of 40 seats in Bihar Lok Sabha is nothing but dictating his own terms and conditions after his release from the jail in the fodder scam. I strongly feel that Congress Party should not surrender to RJD and its chief Lalu's order and must demand for minimum of 15 seats failing which the Congress Party which has very good relationship with Bihar chief minister Nitish Kumar and his party Janata Dal (United) must review the alliance talks as Lalu will be rejected by the people of Bihar for being corrupt and involved in big scams. It is high time Congress Party should not bow down in front of the RJD and have very tough talk with Lalu for its seat adjustment failing which it must have alliance with JD(U) to teach RJD a very strong lesson in the forthcoming Lok Sabha elections. — Bhagwan Thadani, Mumbai

Playing the political game I have observed last week on television that there are several ex-armed

I cannot fathom the hue and cry made over the cricket players crying themselves hoarse over the case of excessive appealing and the umpires wagging an admonitory "finger" at them by showing them red and green cards leaving them red faced! I particularly feel that the punitive measures employed by the umpires are not in any way puny and rather too harsh on the players and does not commensurate with the degree of offence that has been committed if at all there is a hint of an offence. The fact that the cricketers are handsomely paid does not mean that they should be made to pay through their nose in terms of fines or debarred from playing for a certain number of matches. Of course it is another matter if the players are deliberately making a noise to prevent the umpires from hearing a nick to the keeper or any other fielder or a nick to the pads in terms of an LBW appeal. However if I am not mistaken I believe that a batsman cannot be given out if there has been no appeal therefore any person is well within his rights to appeal,whether vociferous or muted.

HIT and run approach must come automatically and the batsmen should be in a position to sacrifice their wickets in case of need and go for big shots. The way Karthik made 23 of 46 balls and Rahane stuck around for 50 balls for 23 runs. In all there was no urgency in a do and die attitude and the pedestrian approach put paid the hopes. Beating minnows Bangladesh and Afghanistan make only sense for Team India. Skipper Virat Kohli ran out of ideas and when Pakistan wickets were falling Kohli counted the chickens, but in the end the momentum could not be sustained and the fateful last over made all the difference. Instead of allowing all the out of form batsmen up in the order, Kohli ought to have brought the pinch hitter concept to make runs against the likes of Hafeez, Ajmal and Talha. Lack of proper planning cost us heavily and we did not have an answer to the dew factor, the ball change and the much talked about toss. Dropped catches and misfielding all made the difference and there is only backdoor entry available for Team India.

— Hemant Hemmady, Virar

— Jayanthy Subramaniam, Sion

forces personnel who have decided to get into the game of politics. This seems to be a recent and unexpected trend as it has hardly ever happened before in all our years as an independent country. Perhaps, this is the first mini step towards getting to know the intricacies of politicking. I feel that the present scenario calls for major overhauls in the country and the only way this can be done is if it is quickly achieved. This calls for revolutionary tactics and if the armed forces are getting into the game and their intentions are as honorable as their service records, it can be predicted that there is a revolution down the road that may salvage our situation, get rid of the trash and give us back our peace of mind and a will to take the country forward to its ultimate goals as a world leader.

ing. Right from the dawn of Independence, the Congress has been under the thumb rule of great leaders like Nehru, Indira, Rajiv and now, Soniaji. Are these greats not running the Party apparatus in a democratic manner so as to feel an urgent need to inculcate the same in this 21st century? — Jorhat Singh, Kandivali

'Chai' and milk politics WITH tea and milk politics taking place in our country, a few limericks start boiling in my mind. Allow me to share... Tea politics is getting hot they also add milk to the plot hungry common man needs biscuits to raise his spirits food for thought

Tea will bring in votes so they wrote green tea for some black tea for some IT is a matter of immense pride that first give the common man some secRahul Gandhi has emerged as the ular oats first in the Nehru-Gandhi dynasty in three generations to achieve a de- Will tea solve our troubles gree from an esteemed world uni- or will our problems double versity. Unlike his father Rajiv time will tell Gandhi who failed to obtain a de- whether our times shall get swell gree from Cambridge, and his politics is always a puzzle — Altaf H. Ladiwala, Bandra grandmother Indira Gandhi who failed to complete her course at Oxford, Rahul can be proud of his academic credentials. Rumours have been endemic for APROPOS 'Ratan Tata graces Taj years on whether Rahul did or did employee's art exhibition' (ADC, not obtain a degree from a high-sta- Feb 22), the two pictures of ADC tus foreign university. The highlight some of the glass paintanonymity has been resolved, ings done aptly by Newton (an ex thanks to information provided by colleague of mine). I thank sincerely the ADC for a UK-based academic who says he helped the would-be Prime Minis- bringing up this news, which may prove to be insignificant to many ter gain admission to Cambridge. — K.V. Raman, Malad but by the end of the day if one looks into the noble intent of this exhibition conducted by the Taj to THE call of the crown prince to put up the paintings of Newton, bring in the process of democrati- then one would realise how benefisation in the Party’s functioning, to cial such exhibition is to the hapless say the least, is totally unconvinc- patients at the Cancer Hospital at — Jamshed Irani, Mumbai

Congrats, Rahul Gandhi

Kudos to Newton

ERROR-PRONE: Though Team India fought bravely till the last over, dropped catches and misfielding made all the difference against Pakistan on Sunday.

PLAY for a win whether it is Pakistan or Afghanistan. Instead of that Indian Team is fighting for run rate, run quotient and waiting for the result of Team A losing to Team B to get a backdoor entry. Even though India Pakistan match was a nail-biter, the outcome of the match on Sunday appears to be an expected one as the much fancied side was outplayed against better sides. In all it was pathetic show against Pakistan. Top order Indian batsmen occupied the crease for

longer duration and that itself defeated our efforts to put up a big score. Rayadu, Rohit Sharma and Rahane wasted valuable scoring opportunities. On the other hand, Afridi finished of the match in style despite Hafeez sticking around for a longer period. It was indeed a calculated win for Pakistan and Team India was at the receiving end and lost eight of the last 11 one-day games and remain at the bottom of the table with a solitary win against babes Bangladesh. — C.K.S. Maniam, Sanpada

Kolkata, as the proceeds of the sale of these paintings are planned by Newton, to be sent there, God bless him.

search in the matter may perhaps, lead to finding the answer to the perennial question – “Are we alone in the universe?”

— Bikram Banerjea, Mumbai

— Vineet Phadtare, Borivali

An 'universal' question

UN should act now

DURING their untiring efforts to scan through the vast expanse of the universe, the astrophysicists have recently observed nearly halfa-dozen exo-planets whose orbits round their respective parent stars are found to be at an habitable distance. In addition to this encouraging sign, the space scientists have also detected traces of water contents in the atmospheres surrounding these earth-like planetary bodies. Further studies and re-

WITH the Russian President ordering his troops to march into Crimea/ Ukraine, and his USA counterpart assuming an equally hostile position, the situation in this part of Europe appears to be heading for a re-run of the Cold War days. It is now for the watchdog of the world peace, viz., the United Nations Organisation, to urgently step and diffuse the situation before it reaches an alarming level. — Arun Malankar, Santacruz

Nation's defence in shambles THE recent accident in the submarine, Sindhuratna (no ratna but loha!) with the loss of two officers and the subsequent resignation of the Navy Chief Admiral D.K. Joshi has exposed the deep rot in the Ministry of Defence. The ten-year period of the UPA with A.K. Antony as the defence minister has proved to be a total disaster. The CAG had highlighted the shortcomings in all the three services but no notice or cognisance of the report was taken. MIG crashes better known as the Flying Coffins, shortage of tank ammunition, guns and other other items were all pointed out, but as usual the minister and the babus sat on it till the cows came home and the consequences are there for all to see. Requirement of fighter aircraft has been pending since 10 years and when finally the Rafale was shortlisted the ministry claimed it had no money! What a ridiculous situation. But government has no hesitation in keep-

MISFIT: A.K. Antony as the Defence Minister has proved to be a total disaster during his ten-year tenure. ing its minions in maharajah style. The defence minister is interested only in maintaining his so called clean image and jeopardising the security of the nation. — S. Abhisheck Ramaswamy, Nerul

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‘Gravity’ steals the show at the 86th Academy Awards

Spike Jonze, left, winner of the Oscar for Best Original Screenplay for 'Her', kisses Alfonso Cuaron, winner of Best Director and Best Editing awards, at the Governor's Ball after the Oscars on Sunday.

Director Steve McQueen (left) speaks while he, and the Matthew cast and crew of '12 Years a Slave' accept the award for McConaughey Best Picture. accepts the award for Best Actor in a leading role for 'Dallas Buyers Club'.

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Jared Leto - Best Supporting Actor in 'Dallas Buyers Club'

Jennifer Lawrence presents Matthew McConaughey with the award for Best Actor in a Leading Role for 'Dallas Buyers Club'.

Will Smith (right) presents Brad Pitt with the award for Best Picture for '12 Years a Slave'.

Lupita Nyong’o accepts the award for Best Actress in a Supporting Role for '12 Years a Slave'.

Lupita Nyong'o (left) is embraced by Angelina Jolie, and Brad Pitt embraces Chiwetel Ejiofor as they celebrate in the audience after '12 Years a Slave' was announced the winner for Best Picture.

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Best Picture – 12 Years A Slave Best Actor – Matthew McConaughey for 'Dallas Buyers Club' Best Actress – Cate Blanchett for 'Blue Jasmine' Best Supporting Role – Jared Leto for 'Dallas Buyers Club' Best Supporting Actress – Lupita Nyong'o for '12 Years A Slave' Best Foreign Film – The Great Beauty (Italy) Best Animated Feature Film – 'Frozen' Best Animated Short Film – 'Mr Hublot' Best Live Action Short Film – 'Helium' Best Documentary Feature – '20 Feet from Stardom' Best Documentary Short – 'The Lady in Number 6: Music Saved My Life' Best Director - Alfonso Cuaron for 'Gravity' Best Original Screenplay – Spike Jonze for 'Her' Best Adapted Screenplay – John Ridley for '12 Years A Slave' Best Visual Effects – 'Gravity' Best Costume Design – 'The Great Gatsby' Best Make-Up and Hairstyling – 'Dallas Buyers Club' Best Production Design – 'The Great Gatsby' Best Sound Mixing – 'Gravity' Best Sound Editing – 'Gravity' Best Cinematography – Gravity Best Original Song - “Let It Go” in 'Frozen' Best Original Score – Gravity Best Sound Mixing – Gravity

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(From left) Anthony Katagas Jeremy Kleiner, Dede Gardner, Steve McQueen, and Brad Pitt pose in the press room with the award for Best Picture for '12 Years a Slave'.

Cate Blanchett accepts the award for Best Actress in a leading role for 'Blue Jasmine'.

Health&Fitness pg 16-17 We give you a few simple remedies to beat a breakout

pg 18 Can’t wake up on time? These alarm clocks will help you out

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The Dirty Details You keep your home spick-and-span with spotless floors, shiny countertops and sparkling windows. But when you go to work, a tidy desk in no way means that your workplace is clean. In fact, workplace hygiene is relatively dodgy and is often disregarded. That's why Shirley Mistry & Dev Goswami tell you what spots in your office could put you at risk of illnesses and diseases and what you can do about them

ou've been sneezing and coughing all day long due to a cold that you think you're suffering from due to bad weather. However, a few hours after you leave your office and reach the safe confines of your home, the cold all but disappears. If this sounds familiar than it’s a sign that your office is not conducive to good health. When you spend a third of your day in a closed room/ location where the air is constantly being recirculated and another third of your day travelling through pollutionheavy Mumbai, you can take it for granted that your chances of falling sick are going to rise. However, you can’t control factors such as the weather and pollution and they are also not necessarily the biggest reason for you falling ill. It is, in fact, a myth that rapidly changing temperatures can cause a cold — it might worsen your condition and increase your risk, but it doesn't directly make you sick. So, instead of blaming the weather or complaining about the rising pollution levels, what you should be doing is taking steps to ensure that the place where you spend most of your week is hygienic and safe from disease-causing germs and bacteria. In this article, we tell you about the problems that can arise from working in a dirty, unhygienic environment, places in your office that look clean but are actually just the opposite, steps you can take to stay safe and for those who aren't convinced by words, we bring you numbers that will convince you to take better care of your surroundings at work.

>> A colleague passing you his/her cold is one of the easiest way you can end up falling sick

what’s the problem? Let's take a specific look at how your office can harm your health. These are a few problems a dirty office can lead to:

Cold & Cough: Unsurprisingly, this is the number one condition you're at risk of at office. Staying in a room with recirculated air is dangerous on its own. Add sick colleagues and it means that it just takes one person to sneeze or cough to put the entire office at risk of catching the bug.

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>> Bad habits, such as eating at your desk, means that your keyboard is five times dirtier than a toilet seat

how storing food at your office isn't the best of ideas. You can't be sure if the refrigerator is in a good enough working condition and leaving food outside carries the risk of insects and sometimes, icky pests (more on that later) attacking it.

germs spread easily: While the air is one of the several ways germs can spread in an office, it is not the only way. From the communal coffee pot or kettle to keyboards and bathroom doors, any location which has a number people touching/ using it, puts you at risk of catching harmful germs or bacteria.

sKin rashes: This is related to the previous point. If your keyboard is too dirty, it might transfer germs to your hands and fingers. Now, whenever you hold your head against your hand (as you might tend to do in front of your computer) you put yourself at risk of getting skin rashes. The risk is not high, but it is something that you should be on guard against.

pesTs & insecTs: Just because you can't see them, doesn't mean they don't exist. And if you can see them, well then you should do something about it. Pronto. Carelessly leaving food lying around, stagnant water in bathrooms and potted plants and garbage bins that aren’t cleared every day; all this can lead to dangerous mosquitoes, disease causing rats and those pesky little fruit flies. It is not only a verdict on the unhygienic work environment, but can also put you at risk of serious medical ailments.

The WorsT offenders Now that you know what can go wrong at your workplace, let's get to how it happens. We tell you what places germs and bacteria call home, at your office:

mousepad: That soft suede-like fabric is great to the touch, but that comfy fabric is also host to lots of bacteria and dust. Want proof? Dust your mousepad and you'll see the cloud of dust that follows. Apart from breeding bacteria that cause the flu and food poisoning, the dust trapped in a mousepad can give you bouts of sneezing. Make sure you clean your mouse and mousepad often and change your mousepad every three months — especially if you use one with a sponge. The bacteria and dust penetrate so deep, it is virtually impossible to clean it 100%.

door, handles, Knobs: If you share a set of drawers with your colleague, use the office microwave or the water faucet, be prepared for an onslaught of germs. These, coupled with doors, conference room chairs, electric kettles and air conditioner remotes are used by a lot of people. But, do you ever see anyone cleaning them? In all likelihood, the answer is no. Your best bet is to either minimise your usage, or sanitise/ wash your hands immediately after you do. What goes on while your food is being heated in the microwave, is a story for another day.

Keyboard: Right from crumbs from your breakfast bagel, to dust and other odds and ends, literally everything, manages to find its way into your keyboard. The spaces between the keys are a literal health hazard. Thousands of bacteria nestle their way in, and transfer onto your fingers every time you type. How bad is this? Well, some experiments suggest that the bacteria breeding here are The essenTials

Now that you know how to tackle the situation, here's what you need to have in your bag/ handbag at all times:

a sanitiser: Don't get one that only smells nice. Ensure you're picking a reliable brand that is going to get rid of the germs versus just making your hands smell like gingerbread. Also, sanitise before and after you eat or touch common facilities like a faucet or refrigerator door. Lastly, keep the sanitiser in a place in your handbag where you can easily find it when you need it. Rummaging around looking for the bottle is the worst. Wet wipes: Not only are they thoroughly refreshing after a hot day in the sun, they are great to disinfect your workspace too. If you must eat at your desk, pull out a wipe and swipe your desk clean instantly. Tissues: A pack of tissues are great for spills that later dry up and attract flies and other insects. Also, spread some on your desk before you start eating. Keep at work: At work, store a small bottle of disinfectant spray and clean cloths so that you can give your desk a wipe-down as and when required. Also, keep a big bottle of hand sanitiser on your desk so that you remember to use it.

more dangerous than those on your toilet seat! While there is no concrete proof to support that claim, they most certainly can cause vomiting, diarrhea and even E.Coli. Here's what you need to do: at least once a week (twice is ideal), turn your keyboard upside down and tap furiously to get the crumbs and odd-bits out. If this doesn't work, take a sticky note and stick it between the rows of keys to catch big dust mites. Follow-up with a paintbrush to really get in between the rows and remove the dust. Then, use a liquid disinfectant on a damp cloth and wipe every key. Use a Qtip to reach the awkward corners.

endless cables & Wires: If like some unfortunate people, you too suffer from multiple sneezing fits a day, it is probably because of a tangle of cables and wires connected to your computer. Take an hour to sort out the mess and wipe them down instead of leaving them to hang loose. Not only do they attract dust bunnies that cause sneezing fits, they are also perfect for spiders looking for a new home. your desK: You get to work and plonk your bag/ helmet on it. You eat at your desk. You keep a whole bunch of papers, boxes, pen stands, calendars and memos on your desk. If you haven't already figured it out, these are great breeding grounds for dust and bacteria. A typical desk has around 10 million bacteria. At the end of each week, wipe down your entire desk. Be sure to include anything that is on it, whether it’s your monitor, pen stand or photo frame. Also, a clean, dry cloth does not make the cut. Use a disinfecting spray liberally. Also wipe down any walls or beams that are adjacent to your desk. If you have a pinboard, scrub away, because cloth attracts a lot of dust too! Also, stop eating at your desk. Not only are you more likely to ingest the bacteria, but stray crumbs attract ants, flies and even rats — which will put others at risk too! The oThers: Things like telephones and trays also have staggering amounts of germs. Clean them frequently to minimise risk of disease. As far as toilets are concerned, there is much in terms of enforcement that you can do. However, it pays off to have a janitor especially assigned to take care of the cleanliness of the toilets, twice or thrice a day. some sTaTisTics

>> Periodically wipe your desk with disinfectant to keep it germ-free

If this article wasn't a rude enough shock already, here are some disturbing facts about dirty workplaces: l There are 21,000 germs per square inch on your keyboard. l Your keyboard is five times dirtier than your toilet seat. l Your computer mouse is three times dirtier than your office seat. l A typical desk has 10 million bacteria, which is 100 times more than the germs on a dining table and a staggering 400 times more than the germs on a toilet seat. l And then, on an average, we touch our face 16 times every hour. l Men's workplaces are 20% dirtier than women's workplaces. l Lastly, one in every three people go to work when they are sick, thereby exposing everyone else to the germs.

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>> Surprisingly, cereal is not a good breakfast option

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While eating breakfast is essential, what you eat is equally important. Shirley Mistry tells you what foods to avoid and what you should tuck into instead

reakfast is the most important meal of your day because it instantly boosts your metabolic rate and kick starts your day on the right note. When you skip breakfast, you end up eating more at your next meal — a big no-no, especially if you are trying to lose weight. You've often heard these facts and so, you do the right thing and get up each morning and tuck into breakfast before you head out to tackle the day. However, what you don't realise is that eating the right breakfast makes a ton of a difference as well. Read on to find out some breakfast foods that need to be ditched and what you should eat instead.

PANcAkes & sAusAGes So, you wake up one morning and decide to whip up a batch of pancake batter to last you for breakfast for the next two or three days. Add in some sausages and you have a treat for breakfast. While an occasional indulgence is perfectly fine, don't get used to either of these breakfast items. Pancakes are packed with sugar and carbohydrates from refined flour, whereas sausages have a lot of salt and preservatives, additional flavourings and colours that you will find in most processed foods. If you must have pancakes, try making them with red millet flour instead. Substitute the sausages with eggs and you will be much better off.

PurI/ kAchorI & sAbzI Hot, fluffy puris or kachoris, dunked in a spicy potato gravy are tempting, but extremely unhealthy. While they are truly scrumptious (there's no denying that), puris are made out of maida, which is then deep fried — double the trouble we say! It is guaranteed to make you sleepy and sluggish in a matter of hours. If you prefer kachoris, worry more, as they are not only deep fried and made of flour, additional fat is added to the dough either in the form of oil or ghee. Eat whole wheat chappatis with sabzi instead. We know it isn't a patch on a puri, but it will keep full for longer and also give you more energy.

cereAl Sweetened breakfast cereals are an American favourite, but are now a staple in most Indian houses too. It is fast, easy and fuss-free, making it the perfect breakfast when you have to rush to college or work. So, we hate to break

it to you, but despite what cereal brands would love to have you believe, cereal isn't healthy. It has so much going wrong for it. First, while cereal is manufactured, high heat and pressure is applied to the grains to turn them into loops or flakes, which kills most of the nutrients the grains have. Second, whenever you read the word 'fortified' on a cereal box, it means that additional vitamins (that are synthetic) are added to the cereal to inject some nutrition into them. However, human bodies aren't designed to digest most of these nutrients and immediately eliminate them as toxic waste. We recommend you make your own almond granola (it is easier than you think) and enjoy it with milk for breakfast. If you must have packaged cereal, try muesli instead.

orANGe juIce Think you're giving your child's breakfast a boost with a glass of OJ (or any other juice)? Packaged juices are full of artificial flavour, colour and preservatives and more often than not, contain little or no real fruit juice at all. It will only fill you or your child up with empty calories and lead to a sugar rush and later, a sugar crash. You and your family are much better off eating the actual fruit, which gives you all the vitamins, nutrients and fibre.

DosAs There are fewer things as satisfying as breaking off a piece of a crisp dosa, but they aren't healthy. Dosas consist of rice and dal, but, the rice to dal ratio is usually 2:1, which means there is a lot more rice than dal in it. Also, the crunchy texture is achieved by cooking it in ghee or oil to let it crisp up. Couple it with the potato stuffing and you have a good dose of carbs first thing in the morning. Admittedly, dosas aren't as unhealthy as the other items on this list, but there is a sure way of making them so much healthier. Before you make your dosas, grind sunflower seeds, flax seeds, wheat bran, sesame seeds and oats to a coarse or fine powder (depending on your preference) and mix it in with the batter. You will be able to pack in a lot more fibre and vitamins, without compromising on an old breakfast favourite. And believe us when we say, you can still get a crisp dosa, without dousing it in oil. In fact, just a few drops of oil will do the trick!

« know moRe: ChoColate foR bReakfast anyone? A chocolate a day (at breakfast) keeps cravings away — at least that's what a scientific study will have us believe. But, Glynda Alves & Dev Goswami separate fact from fiction by testing the theory

study says that if you eat chocolate for breakfast, it will keep the cravings at bay for the rest of the day. Sounds improbable right? So, we investigated the claim by trying out the theory ourselves:

“It works... sort of”

To say that I was sceptical about the theory would be an understatement. I was so sure that it wouldn't work that I was excited to try it just so that I could prove the theory wrong. I had been craving an ice-cream sandwich for several days — especially after lunch — before

I tried this out. On D-Day, I had a bar of chocolate for breakfast and went about my usual routine. Come lunch and the desperate craving for an ice-cream sandwich was, surprisingly, not present. And I actually had an ice-cream sandwich sitting in the refrigerator! However, it wasn't as if my cravings completely disappeared. I did end up eating the icecream sandwich, although later in the day. So, while the theory seems to work, I don't think it has that great an effect. Also, it constantly makes you think about sweets, which can lead to hunger (even if the thought is “I am not

supposed to crave sweets?”) My advice? Skip this theory and work on improving your willpower instead. — Dev Goswami

“Not for me”

Chocolate cake, instead of porridge or idlis. The idea sounded too good to be true. Studies have shown that people who give into their cravings in the morning are likely to feel satiated and less likely to consume sugary treats through their day. I have a major sweet tooth and was more than eager to try this out. So, out came the

chocolate for breakfast. So far so good. But, post lunch, I had my usual cravings for something sweet and unfortunately, gave in. Tea time was no better and dessert after dinner seemed like a good idea. This test was a major failure for me. The chocolate for breakfast got my sweet tooth started and it just kept going right through the day. In fact, I have better self control on days when I eat chocolate at the end of my day. It lets me look forward to something and I tend to “save” my calories for the treat. So, cake for breakfast? No thanks! — Glynda Alves

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>> Being overtly affectionate with your dog isn’t the best idea in the world

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Are you one of those pet owners who love to kiss their pets? Well, does Glynda Alves have news for you!

« 10 ways to:

1. Do you kiss your dog on the mouth on a regular basis? a. Yes. b. No. Ugh!

4. Do you wear clothes that your pet has taken a nap on? a. Yes. b. No.

2. Does your dog share your bed with you, including the covers? a. Yes. b. No.

5. Do you feed your pet in the same dishes you eat from? a. Yes. b. No.

3. Do you feed your dog tidbits from the table and then eat with the same hand? a. Yes. b. No.

6. Do you brush your dog’s teeth and give him a bath regularly? a. No. b. Yes.

THE ULTIMaTE CURE This isn't for everyday use and we recommend you only consider it if you have a deep, painful cystic acne breakout or it's near your wedding day. For deep pimples, your best option is to call your dermatologist for a cortisone injection. This solution is injected straight into the pimple and reduces swelling while killing the bacteria. Ah! Sweet revenge.

BEat a BREaKoUt Like annoying relatives, breakouts have the habit of turning up at the wrong moment, sending you into a panic. But, one of these remedies is sure to help you out. Glynda Alves gives you her top picks

DOn’T UsE TOOTHPasTE Before we get into what you should do to zap a zit, we're telling you what not to do. Skip the toothpaste because even though it may work for some, acne prone skin is sensitive and a strong toothpaste left on a zit overnight will burn your skin and cause it to become red and inflamed. Keep toothpaste for your teeth only.

JUsT CHILL! We mean this literally! To calm irritation, you need to cover the pimple and the surrounding area with a cold, wet washcloth. You can also use a cold, wet teabag. Tea contains antioxidants, which reduce inflammation and can actually shrink the pimple.

UsE COTTOn bUDs If you feel that your pimple is ready to pop and you can't resist (try to though), only squeeze using cotton buds to apply the pressure. Do not use your nails or an extraction tool. These will not only damage your skin but infect it with germs, resulting in a bigger problem than the one you started with.

LOVIng LEMOns Sometimes, going natural is the best! Lemon juice is a great way to zap a zit overnight. Sure, it burns, but you only need a little to see results. Slice a lemon and gently rub it over the affected area. The citric acid kills the bacteria and shrinks pores.

gO bananas You may think we've gone bananas, but many people swear by this method to reduce the size of an exceptionally large pimple. Banana peels are used to treat mosquito bites, so why not pimples?! Gently rub a banana peel over your skin and keep the goo on overnight.

gaRLIC THE gREaT We all know the benefits of garlic when consumed, but this spicy ingredient can help you on the surface as well. Cut a clove of garlic in half and gently dab it on your pimple and the surrounding area. Don't wash it off. This method has been tried and tested and can shrink even the most stubborn zit.

say HELLO TO HaLDI This yellow powder has numerous health benefits but it can be used for beauty purposes as well. Mix a pinch of haldi with a drop of coconut oil (so that the yellow powder doesn't stain your face) and with a cotton swap, lightly apply it on your pimple. Leave it on overnight and your pimple would have shrunk by morning. Promise!

8 sPEEDy saLICyLIC If natural remedies don't seem to work for you, then try using a 1% or 2% percent salicylic acid facewash. This mild wash is a bit drying so make sure to use a moisturiser after.

MOsTLy as You know how people say that a dog's mouth is cleaner than a human's mouth? Wrong. We would think the stinky doggie breath would make it obvious. But, your relationship with your pet, while you may consider it loving, is actually quite gross. You can get all sorts of worms from kissing your pet (just think about the areas they lick!) as well as

illnesses and diseases if they have fleas and you sleep with them! Love your pet, but not at the risk of your health. MOsTLy bs You understand that loving your pet doesn't mean you have to tip toe the lines of hygiene. Good for you! You take care of your pet and love it, but don't go overboard with your affections.

GooD IMPREssIoNs If you think you're ready to be a parent just because you know when to put your foot down, Rhea Dhanbhoora suggests you take this quiz to find out whether your habits are ruining your skills

ou've restricted television, made sure your children join an exercise class and gotten rid of the junk food from their diet. Happy that you've done a good job as a parent, you kick your shoes off, complain about what a hard day you've had and relax in front of your big-screen television with a much-deserved drink and a big bag of wafers, while your children grudgingly finish their homework in the background before skulking off to bed. Fast forward a few years and it seems like you've lost control! Your children are always fighting with each other, they've abandoned reading to stare at the laptop for hours on end, refuse to go outside, complain all the time and if you find another empty candy wrapper in their pockets, you might scream. What went wrong? Well, as impressionable children, you may have set ground rules, but you set a bad example too. Children pick up on all your habits, so you have to be very careful of what you do and say when they're around. Take a look at what you may be doing wrong: When you're hungry, what do you reach for? a. A packet of wafers. b. A burger. c. Vegetable sticks.

a. I hate reading. b. I don't like reading, but I encourage my children to read. c. Books and reading are important in my house.

What are you like after a bad day at work? a. I complain about my hard life. b. I vent a little. c. I try to leave work behind and focus on family.

What's your favourite way to relax? a. I watch television. b. I read a magazine. c. I read a book or indulge in an activity.

Do you have dinner with your family? a. No, we all do our own thing and eat at our own time. b. We try to have one meal together every week. c. We eat together daily.

When you're upset, you... a. Reach for a drink. b. I indulge my cravings a little. c. I try to stay distracted.

How do you decide what to buy? a. We buy what looks like the most tempting option. b. We make sure that it's not too unhealthy. c. We check the labels to find nutritious options. Do you read to your children?

Do you fight in front of your children? a. Yes. b. I try not to. c. No. If you're scared of the water, would you let your children near it? a. No! b. I try, but they see my fear. c. Why should my fears be theirs?

Everyone has time for breakfast. Whether it's a milkshake on the way out, a sandwich on the way to work or a quick breakfast at your desk, make sure you teach your children that no matter how busy you are, breakfast is not an optional meal.

DOn’T TURn TO fOOD

MOsTLy as You are setting a terrible example! Not only are you passing on your insecurities to young, impressionable minds, you're teaching them that when something goes wrong, they should drink or eat to feel better. Read our tips below immediately! MOsTLy bs You're trying to set a good example, but your bad habits are influencing your

children. Let them form their own opinions, don't fight in front of them and try your hardest to set good examples regarding food and lifestyle choices. MOsTLy Cs You're either the perfect parent, or you've been lying through your teeth to get through this quiz. If it's the former, you've got your head around parenting, so we don't need to give you any advice. Just keep doing what you've been doing.

Be a good influence EaT bREakfasT

bEnZOyL TO THE REsCUE This little secret weapon is usually used in tandem with salicylic acid. After washing your face with salicylic acid, apply a pea size amount of a benzoyl peroxide cream on your pimple. Always follow this up with a moisturiser to prevent dryness.

>> Setting a good example for your children goes hand in hand with teaching them good habits and values

to yourself! Let your children be fearless, within reason. If you make your fears clear, children are automatically scared to do certain things, even if it's something as simple as speaking in front of an audience.

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Don't reach for a drink every evening and avoid resorting to alcohol when you're in a bad mood. Creating an ‘alcohol is a sin’ attitude is not right either. Your children will go overboard when they decide to experiment — especially because they won't be able to talk to you about it. Teach them that while there's nothing wrong with drinking, they shouldn't make it a habit. Moderation is the key here.

The Mayo Clinic found that children who watch more than two hours of television a day are at risk of behavioural difficulties and impaired performance? So, get your children outdoors, teach them how much fun activities and games can be and de-stress by reading instead of watching TV. And, since we mentioned reading, make sure your children read every day, whether you like to read or not. It's an important foundation for their future.

kEEP fEaRs TO yOURsELf

sTay HEaLTHy

Scared of heights? Don't know how to swim? Keep it

It's important not to show children your dislike for vegetables and fruits. Instead of reaching for snacks,

keep vegetable sticks and nuts handy. It's a little extra effort, but worth it. Shop by food labels and nutritional levels so your children realise that this is important.

EaT TOgETHER

Sure, it's difficult to get the family together every single night. But, have at least one night of the week when you eat together as a family. This will strengthen bonds, you'll eat better and be a happier family. And make sure no one leaves the table till you're all done — even if there's a slow eater at the table!

bE POsITIVE

Children pick up everything. You don’t realise it, but they are the most sensitive to your attitudes, fears and mannerisms. If you're always talking about how hard life is, criticising yourself and others around you, your children will begin to think that that's normal and maybe even emulate you.

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« KnoW more: exercising after dinner Studies are conflicted about the benefits of exercising after dinner. Rhea Dhanbhoora asks fitness experts what they recommend

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Wake me up!

Find it impossible to get out of bed every morning even though you set your alarm? Then read this article as Dev Goswami tells you about clocks that are guaranteed to wake you up

>> Have normal alarms failed in their jobs to get you up? Then its time you think about buying one of these

or years, experts have been advising us to avoid exercising at night, telling us that our bodies slow down as the day progresses, making mornings the best time to squeeze in your workout. But, for most busy professionals in the city, finding time for a fitness routine before work is not easy. You might feel more active in the day, but is exercising at night really a bad idea? And should we be doing it before, or after dinner? We ask fitness experts to give us the answer.

Prakash Sawant, fitness expert, Superb Fitness:

“These days, our lives are hectic with long work hours and stress levels at an all-time high. In fact, thanks to call centres, Indians are working American hours in India. So, how do you strike a balance? Exercise is a good way to be healthy and stay fit, keeping those dreaded lifestyle diseases at bay. Workouts are good at any time of the day, so while everyone says that exercise is best in the morning, several researchers have proven that exercise at any time of the day is just as beneficial. In fact, I recommend a late evening workout for those looking to drop weight. Our body burns the most amount of calories while we sleep and exercising for about 45 minutes to an hour after dinner increases your metabolism, which helps you burn more fat while you sleep. But, it is important to have your dinner by 8pm to ensure that you don’t sleep on a full stomach, as that will keep your body busy with digestion and you will not get the full benefits of a restful sleep. Additionally, you should ensure that you sleep for atleast 6-8 hours as that is the time your body needs to recuperate. A disciplined lifestyle along with a balanced diet will ensure you stay healthy and fit, no matter what time you exercise.”

Frank Mapranny, training director from YFC gym:

“You need to exercise on a daily basis, so if the only free time you get is after dinner, then go for it. I suggest that you wait for an hour after eating before attempting to exercise, so that your food has been properly digested. However, having a post-workout meal is important to help you in recovery, so remember to eat after your workout too.”

hoever invented the concept of 'snooze' in alarm clocks must have thought that he was doing humanity a service by giving us those muchneed 'five minutes' of extra sleep every morning. But, we're guessing that he/she underestimated our laziness. If you've been losing to your alarm clock every morning, it's time for a change. These alarm clocks will make sure you wake up, come what may.

DuMbell CloCk: We love and hate this one. Love it because the concept is something we should be recommending and hate it because... well, we love our sleep too, you know! The Dumbell Clock is shaped like a dumbell and it will shut up only after you've done a set number of bicep curls (usually 30). There's no other way to turn it off and you can't cheat either, because it has motion sensors. Price `1,124 Where www.snapdeal.com

agility. It is also a great way to get your mind up and running and ward off sleepiness. However, you don't need an actual chicken for that. Just get Clocky — the alarm clock with wheels that will scoot, jump around and hide till you find and turn it off. It also comes with the added advantage of pesky sounds that won't let you be until you find it and destroy... umm... we meant turn it off. Price `2,999 Where www.hitplay.in

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laSer TargeT: Do you manage to find FlYing CloCk: Similar to Clocky, but a your alarm and turn it off with your eyes

little less annoying, the Flying Alarm Clock has a rotor attached to the top which flies away at the preset time. You will then have to find the blades and fit them back on the alarm clock to mute it. The clock comes with a back-lit LCD time display making it a good bedside clock. CloCkY: Running after a chicken was once Price `999 considered to be a great way to improve Where www.shopping.rediff.com

TWiST equaTion CloCk: If it’s your groggy brain that needs waking up, then we recommend the twist equation clock. This cylindrical clock has two LCD displays which normally tell you the time. However, when the clock goes off, these displays show either a '+' or '-' sign. You will then have to twist the dials so that the equation makes mathematical sense. Needless to say, this

shut? Then you need to get this laser target one. It comes with a remote that shoots laser at the clock. When it goes off you need to find the clock and hit the bullseye to turn it off. For an added challenge, place the clock in different parts of your room every night so that you don't get accustomed to it. Price `1,149 Where www.snapdeal.com

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Women's Wellness Alzheimer's disease is a form of dementia where you have to deal with memory loss, usually the type that accompanies ageing. It can get worse with time because unfortunately, there is no cure. The reason that women are more at risk is because when women reach menopause, the levels of estrogen in their bodies decreases and this is a known factor in increasing the risk of the disease.

Kidney problems This has a little more to it than meets the eye. While the men around you may be more at risk of suffering from chronic kidney disease on an average, if you're hitting menopause or going through pre-menopause, you are more at risk. If you're diabetic, your risk increases even further. Georgetown University's Center for the Study of Sex Differences in Health, Aging and Disease research showed that as a woman, because you lack testosterone, kidney disease progresses faster if you also suffer from diabetes.

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>> Every year, 8.6 million women die of heart disease

We're celebrating women all this month and so to kick it off, Rhea Dhanbhoora brings you 10 issues that hamper the health of women

hile not many illnesses or diseases are male or female specific, some affect men more, while with some, women are at a higher risk. The following 10 issues have been in the spotlight over the last few years because the risk for women has increased. Take a look at what you need to protect yourself from:

hearT disease Every year, 8.6 million women die of heart disease, according to a study done by The Women's Heart Foundation. Although it is a very serious concern for both men and women, heart attacks can strike women much harder and with no prior warning at all. Of all the diseases and illnesses mentioned on this list, it ranks as one of the highest concerns.

diabeTes Put that dessert down, even if you're still young, because as a woman, you are at a greater risk of contracting this than the men in your life. Although it's highest among Asian-Americans and Hispanic women, you are still at risk. This is because when you're pregnant, you could suffer from what is known as gestational diabetes.

This puts you at a higher risk of developing type-2 diabetes later in life.

The flu Yes, you read that right. Influenza and pneumonia are both serious illnesses that you should not take lightly, especially since they've been found to be more prevalent amongst women. Those with weaker immune systems are obviously more at risk, but even pregnant and elderly women should be careful.

injuries Don't be a klutz — especially if you're a woman! This might sound unbelievable, but injuries are some of the most common causes of death! It sounds sinister, but we're not trying to scare you. Just be careful you don't have too many falls, crashes or accidents and definitely watch your step.

alzheimer’s disease This is a common disease and although women in Europe have been shown to have a higher risk of this, the bad news for women in Asia is that they have a higher risk than men of contracting this illness.

Whenever we talk about strokes, we often talk about them from a male perspective but in reality, three million women across the world die of a stroke every year. This puts women at a higher risk than men, with the chances climbing steadily from the time they are 45-years-old. This doesn't mean that younger women are less prone, especially with our hectic, chaotic daily lives. Slow down and protect yourself from the disease as early as you can.

ChroniC lower respiraTory diseases COPD, also known as chronic obstructed pulmonary disease as well as chronic bronchitis, affects women more than men. In fact, they all have different risk factors, symptoms and diagnosis in women as compared with men. If you're a smoker, you're at an even higher risk.

« know more: Freezing your eggs

You may not be thinking of having a baby, but freezing your eggs while you’re young gives you the option to change your mind in the future, says Rhea Dhanbhoora

id you know that unlike men’s bodies which regularly produce new sperm, women's bodies do not keep producing new eggs? Women are born with a certain amount of eggs and they stay at that amount, your entire life. The one thing that does happen is that they begin to age, even before you are close to menopause. And if you have a bad lifestyle, they age and die out even faster — which is why people stress on the importance of having children earlier and why several women are opting to freeze their eggs if they cannot make that sort of commitment yet. Women who freeze their eggs before they are 35-years-old have more of a chance of a live birth later on, since younger eggs freeze better.

The proCedure

While freezing sperm is easy for men, freezing your eggs takes a little more time and effort. You have to inject yourself with medication for around 10 days, visit your doctor several times for check-ups and follow-ups and finally, your eggs are harvested and frozen in a procedure that might leave you feeling a little sore and cramped. They choose between 10 and 20 eggs, so don't worry about paying all that money just for one.

The bad

Freezing your eggs doesn't guarantee that you will be able to have a child. The eggs might not survive the process and even if they do, they might not mix with your future partner’s sperm or even attach to your uterus when they're implanted later. In fact, there are so many doubts revolving around the process that The American Society for Reproductive Medicine still hasn't endorsed it.

CanCer Cancer hits more women than men. The American Cancer Society found that women have a rate of 26% deaths with lung cancer, 15% with breast cancer and 9% with colorectal cancer, although they are also at risk of several other types of cancer. It's never to early to start preventing them.

sepTiCaemia This is the last one on our list and it's incredibly woman specific. In 2009, Miss World pageant finalist from Brazil, Mariana Bridi da Costa, died of this disease after her urinary tract infection progressed to it. It's actually blood poisoning and can affect the healthiest of women. It's caused when bacteria get into the blood stream and can be triggered by malnutrition, open wounds, substance abuse or even urinary tract infections — which are common amongst women.

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The only real risk you're taking here is financially, with prices running into several lakhs. You have to pay for the procedure (which can cost anywhere upwards of `20,000), as well as an annual fee every year to keep your eggs frozen. Although there's no way to know for sure, there is a test that tells you whether it's worth the risk at all. If you're worried about 'losing eggs' to the process — you should know that eggs that are not fertilised die anyway, so you're actually preserving more than you're losing. Most importantly, make sure that you're freezing your eggs in a hospital which has success stories. Don't opt for cheaper options because you might actually end up spending a lot over nothing in the long run. Your biological clock won't stop and wait for you to make up your mind so until you do this is your best option if you have the financial means.

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« proBlem solver: ask our Beauty expert BarBara, our Beauty expert, will help fix your proBlems

dear Barbara, I was shocked to see dark brown streaks on the insides of my teeth. My teeth are not perfect, but I've never had any dental problems as I take good care of them. The streaks are only visible inside, but I am worried. Can you please tell me what to do? — rohan mishra, powai dear rohan, You should be a little relieved because you've caught the signs of tooth decay before it becomes too bad. Most people miss it because it sometimes starts on the side facing your mouth and so it is hard to spot. As far as why it is happening, we can't tell you unless we know more about your lifestyle and habits. From diet to bad habits (such as smoking) or poor oral care, there are several reasons your teeth could be decaying. The best thing you can do is visit a dentist who can not only figure out what's causing your condition, but will also be able to tell you about the best treatment.

>> Wear gloves when you wash dishes to keep your skin from peeling

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Beauty that ages Most of us go through our skin care routine, without giving it a second thought (men are notoriously famous for this). However, some habits can age your skin, says Shirley Mistry. Read on to find out what you should avoid

here are several things that you use as part of your skincare routine. Apart from products, the techniques you follow can greatly age your skin as well. Using too many products or skimping on some will affect the way your skin matures. Read on to find out the habits that age your skin much faster than you'd want it to.

dear Barbara, I have observed that the skin on my finger tips has started to peel. The rest of my skin is fine, it is just my fingertips that suffer. I thought it could because of household chores such as washing dishes or putting my hands in soapy water and so, I have started using thick, rubber gloves. However, it hasn't helped, but the condition doesn't seem to be getting any worse either. Do I need to visit a doctor? — reshma kapadia, matunga dear reshma, Peeling skin could be due to a number of problems. However, in your case, it’s because your hands are exposed to soapy water that is full of chemicals. You've taken the first step by using rubber gloves. Your next step should be to treat the damaged skin. First, use warm water to soak your fingers — this will not only moisturise the skin but will also make dry skin fall off. Next, ensure that you regularly moisturise your hands with a good hand cream. You could also use olive oil, either mixed with water or just plain. Another remedy is to rub slices of cucumber against your skin. If none of this helps, you could be suffering from a skin condition. It would be advisable to see a doctor.

Not moisturisiNg your lips While you may remember to use a good moisturiser on your face, moisturise your lips regularly as well. Don't wait for them to get dry and scaly before you start moisturising. Dry lips are uncomfortable and flaky skin makes you want to bite your lips all the more. Beware as this habit increases the amount of fine lines on your skin, making it look aged.

too much steam We all like steaming our faces or a session in the sauna, as it is refreshing and relaxing. However, keep these visits far and few. Frequently indulging in a sauna or steam session makes your skin sag, as it breaks down your skin’s natural collagen and elasticity, making it droopy and visibly aged.

too maNy products So, you use two cleansers, wipes, a face

wash, a toner, serums, face oils and face creams? Don't be too pleased with yourself. While you may think you have all your bases covered, in reality, using too many products on your skin is a bad idea. Going overboard with products can aggravate your skin, confuse it and make it appear dull and tired. Moreover, it may also cause you to breakout into pimples and lead to scarring.

igNoriNg your Neck While you concentrate on your face, don't forget to extend the moisturiser or any other skin care product down to your neck. If you are using an antiageing product, this becomes even more important. Even application of products on both your face and neck is highly underrated.

switchiNg too sooN How often have you bought a new anti-ageing serum, used it for two weeks, didn't find any difference and thus relegated it to the back of your dresser and tried another one the following week? Speak to a skin expert and they'll tell you that most skin care products take at least four weeks to show visible results because that is how long it takes for the product to penetrate your skin and work its magic. By switching products too often, you aren't giving them a chance to work on your skin. Anti-ageing products need up to six weeks to start working and

>> Going overboard with products can make your skin look dull and tired while ageing it faster

it takes your body around four months to start renewing its elasticity and collagen. So, stick to a product for at least a month before you dismiss it.

Not eNough suNscreeN Trust us when we say sunscreen is not a product you want to skip. Most good dermatologists will tell you that the sun is the number one cause for premature skin ageing. Apply a high factor sunscreen every morning — even if you are staying indoors, because the harmful UV rays will penetrate the glass of your windows. If you are headed out, be sure to reapply after 3-4 hours. We suggest investing in this product and getting a sunscreen with a broad spectrum, one that protects you from UVA and UVB rays and has an SPF of 40 and above. >> Use a good sunscreen all year round to protect your skin

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NEWS IN BRIEF Asian Women's Film Fest from Wednesday

The 10th Asian Women's Film Festival will begin in New Delhi from Wednesday, March 5, showcasing works of women filmmakers of Asian origin. Organised by International Association of Women in Radio and Television (IAWRT), the festival will end on March 8, which is celebrated as International Women's Day.

Forces to remain alert in Bihar, Chhattisgarh, J’khand The Centre has directed security forces deployed in Bihar, Jharkhand and Chhattisgarh to tighten vigil in the three states in view of intelligence reports which suggested that Naxals would try to carry out subversive attacks in the run up to the Lok Sabha polls.

SMS alert service for waitlisted rail passengers

Now you will no longer have to dial 139 or visit the rail website to check the status of your waitlisted ticket as the railways will now send booking status messages to passengers on mobile phones, if the tickets get confirmed before the journey. "For the last 10 days the trial was going on and today we formally launched the SMS alert service for all passengers whose waitlisted tickets get confirmed," Minister of State for Railways Adhir Ranjan Chowdhury said.

Congress to go with 'reliable friend' RJD

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Lalu has assured Sonia he would deliver results in Bihar and Jharkhand

EW DELHI: Despite some hiccups, an alliance between Congress and RJD for the Lok Sabha polls in Bihar appears on the cards and a decision is likely to be announced in a day or two. An indication to this effect was given by a senior Congress leader, who declined to be identified. Congress will go with a reliable friend and not anyone who is not tested, was the refrain of the leader who said that after some give and take, the alliance will be clinched sooner than later. He suggested that the Congress' talks with JD-U did not progress after Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar put a pre-condition that the state should be given a special category status, an issue which is like opening a pandora's box. The AICC briefing saw party spokesman Abhishek Singhvi dismissing suggestions that RJD chief Lalu Prasad had given any time limit for Congress to accept his offer of 11 seats. Bihar has a total of 40 seats and RJD has remained the dominant partner in the tie-ups with Congress. "We are moving in the direction of what is proper and most effective for both Congress and RJD", said Singhvi who slammed Ram Vilas Paswan of the LJP for joining hands with BJP after having opposed Narendra Modi. Taking a dig at the BJP over the tie-up

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with Paswan, Singhvi said that in the process of enlarging the NDA, the opposition party could accentuate the divide within as several state leaders are opposed to the LJP's entry. "I will not comment unless something concrete emerges on the issue," he said downplaying talk of a possible Congress-JD-U tieup. Regarding JD-U's pet demand for special category status for Bihar, he said that this is not a new demand and it is not only from Bihar but also from some other states. He said that the relevant Ministry will decide the issue "in accordance with established rules and procedures, which cannot be subverted for state A or B". "It is a technical matter which has to be decided by the Finance Ministry and the Planning Commission and the party has no comment on the issue", he said. Congress had fought the 2004 Lok Sabha election in alliance with RJD and Ram Vilas Paswan's LJP and they had won 29 of the 40 Parliamentary seats. In 2009, Congress fought alone as its alliance for Lok Sabha polls broke with RJD and LJP. While Paswan has aligned with BJP this time, RJD has asked Congress to decide on its offer of contesting 11 Lok Sabha seats. Lalu has assured Gandhi if Congress accepts the offer, he would deliver results in Bihar and Jharkhand.

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FINALLY, HE’S MY SON... Veteran Congress leader and governor of Andhra Pradesh, N.D. Tiwari, addresses a press conference in New Delhi on Monday after finally accepting Rohit Shekhar (standing), who took him to court, as his biological son. "I accept him (Rohit) as my son. It was already proved two years ago when my DNA matched with his. I am proud of my association with this great family. Whatever it has been, I want to put the matter at rest and publicly accept him as my biological son," said Tiwari.

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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 19/03/2014 at 3.30 p.m. 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: Mauje:- Thakurli, Dombivali (W),Tal-Kalyan, Dist Thane. Survey No. Hissa No. Plot No. Area–342.83 (new) 196, 2 pt — (Sq Mtr) (old) 281

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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 19/03/2014 at 11.00 a.m. 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: Mauje:- Khari, Bhayander,Tal- Dist Thane.. Survey No. Hissa No. Plot No. Area – 537.00 (Sq (new) 28 4 — Mtr) out of 1470.00 Place: Vardhavat Mansion, 1st Floor, Shivaji Path, Thane (W). Date: 03/03/2014

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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 19/03/2014 at 12.30 p.m. 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: Mauje:Parsik,Kalwa ,Tal- Dist Thane. Survey/Hissa.no. 145/1, 146/1, 147/1,149, 150/1, 152, 153, 154,155,160,174,199

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TOP VIEW I am neither wildly optimistic nor wildly pessimistic regarding the economic recovery in the US.

Warren Buffet in a TV interview yesterday

India Offers Opportunities For UAE Investors By Dominic Rebello

Profit Booking Underway

NSE India: CNX Nifty — Daily Market Report for: Tuesday (March 4, 2014) (Based on the activity of the previous trading day) by Dominic Rebello

REVIEW OF THE PREVIOUS DAY: The Nifty fell moderately on Monday (March 03, 2014) a net 55.50 points (0.88%) and closed at the 6221 point level. The market opened down at the 6264 points level. It then rose and registered the day’s high at the 6277 points level at 10.09 a.m. The index then declined sharply into the red and registered the day’s low at the 6212 points level at 2.00 p.m. It then rose and turned into a range bound movement until closing at the day. The Nifty moved in a range of 66 points. Sentiment was bearish and amongst the 50 Nifty stocks 40 were losers, while just 10 were gainers. All the sectoral indices barring consumer durables and oil & gas closed in the red. Substantial selling was seen in healthcare, IT, auto, power and capital goods stocks.

Is above its 200-day average (at 5987) Positive. All the four averages are positively trended. Positive.

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

Suppor t Levels: For short-term traders the immediate main support is at the 5958 points level. The next support is at the 5877 points level.

Resistance Levels The immediate main resistance is at the 6372 points level. The next resistance is at the 6424 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 = 6237 (This is the level where the trend is likely to change during intra-day). Support (1) = 6197. Support (2) = 6172. Market Breadth: Overall Market Breadth on the NSE was negative. Amongst Resistance (1) = 6262. all the traded stocks, 596 were gainers, 865 were losers Resistance (2) = 6303. and 52 remained unchanged. TECHNICAL ANALYSIS: Volume: Volume (Qty shares) decreased 13.43%. This change is moderate and indicates a less than full participation by investors.

Slow Stochastic Indicator: The Slow Stochastic Oscillator has declined in the overbought zone. The Slow K line in the Stochastic Oscillator has dropped below the slow D line (negative and a sell signal). However, such signals are considered invalid in the over-bought zone. RSI Indicator: The RSI fell and crossed below the 60 level and is now declining (negative if it continues). MACD Indicator: The MACD is above zero and is rising (positive if it continues). It is above its 9-day Average (positive).

OUTLOOK FOR TODAY:

On Japanese candlestick patterns the index has formed a long black body candle. Fur ther, the index has dropped below the 5 days moving average. Both these indicate a negative bias. However, the index is still above its 15, 25 and 200 days moving averages and all the averages are positively trended. Further, the velocity parameters too indica te strength. Both these indicate a positive bias. Investors are advised to hold long positions but with a s trict stop los s at the 15-day average at the 6131 point’s level.

“I

see greater opportunities for UAE investors as strategic partners in India’s growth story, “ said Anand Sharma, Union Minister of Commerce & Industry at the second meeting of the UAE – India High Level Joint Task Force on Investments (HLTFI) which was held yesterday in Mumbai. He underlined India’s status as a major destination for foreign investments and the opportunities that exist for the UAE, especially in infrastructure areas such as roads and highways, power and utilities, civil aviation, ports, renewable energy, urban infrastructure, etc. More than 30 government and private sector representatives from India and the UAE were present. The HLTFI, co-chaired by Sheikh Hamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Chairman of the Abu Dhabi Crown Prince Court, and by Anand Sharma, Union Minister of Commerce & Industry, Government of India. It was established in April 2012 as a platform to address mutual issues associated with existing investments between the two countries and to promote and facilitate cross-border investments. The first meeting of the HLTFI, held in Abu Dhabi in February 2013, resulted in a wide-ranging discussion on matters of mutual interest including the identification of priority sectors of engagement for possible investments in the two countries. Since then, work conducted by the HLTFI to

Union Minister of Industry & Commerce Anand Sharma handshake with Muhamad Sultan Al Uwais, Ambassador, UAE Embassy in India at the 2nd Meeting of the India-UAE High Level Joint Task Force on Investment in Mumbai. strengthen and develop bilateral relations in the field of investments culminated in the signing, in December, 2013, of a Bilateral Investment Promotion and Protection Agreement (BIPPA), serving as a platform for promotion and reciprocal legal protection of investments in both countries. As a result of decisions taken during the inaugural meeting of the HLTFI, several joint working groups have been created to address issues of mutual interest in the following sectors: Infrastructure, Investment & Trade, Energy, Manufacturing & Technology, Aviation, Information and Communication Technology (ICT) and Legacy Issues. At yesterday’s meeting, an action plan was agreed to expedite progress across all these joint working groups.

Masalaking Dhananjay Datar Wins ‘Manufacturing CEO’ Award

Work with strict stop losses on all positions

ADX Indicator & DI Lines: The +DI line is above the –DI line but both lines are converging (negative if it continues). The ADX is falling while the Market Index is falling, which indicates that the present down trend is decreasing in strength.

Moving Averages (Trend Indicators) The index: Had dropped below its 5-day average (at 6224) Negative. Is above its 15-day average (at 6131) Positive. Is above its 25-day average (at 6105) Positive.

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

Masalaking Dr. Dhananjay Datar receives the Coveted ‘MANUFACTURING CEO’ award at the Indian CEO Awards 2014, at a glittering event held in Dubai’s Westin Hotel, last week, at the hands of Neil Devies, MD of Arabian Business.

BROKERAGE RECOMMENDATIONS Kotak Securities calls a ‘Buy’ on Infosys Tech CMP: Rs. 3793

Target Rs. 4000

Nomura calls a ‘Buy’ on Maruti Suzuki CMP: Rs. 1582

Target Rs. 2135

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NEWS FLASH

Markets slide as world stocks drop over Ukraine woes Power Grid Board approves plans to invest Rs 575 cr L&T bags Rs 1,550 crore road project in Oman SAIL records 7% sales growth in Feb Hero MotoCorp sales rise marginally in February JP Power shares slide over 15% on TAQA deal LG to invest Rs 800 cr this year.

Manufacturing Expands At Fastest Pace In Feb

By A Business Reporter

ndia's manufacturing sector expanded in February at the strongest pace in 12 months, driven largely by growth in new business orders and an improved macroeconomic situation, an HSBC survey said. The HSBC India Manufacturing Purchasing Managers' Index (PMI), a measure of factory production, stood at 52.5 in February, up from 51.4 in the previous month, signaling a solid and stronger improvement in business conditions across the country's manufacturing sector. Activity in the sector expanded

for the fourth consecutive month in February. A PMI reading above 50 indicates growth while a lower reading means contraction. "Manufacturing activity picked up further in February. New order flows have firmed, with the improvement in external demand and the reduction in macroeconomic uncertainty since last summer," HSBC Chief Economist for India & ASEAN Leif Eskesen said. Production growth accelerated on a stronger rise in incoming new work. The pace of output expansion was solid and the quickest in one year. Higher demand from both domestic and export clients boosted order flows in February. Eskesen,

however, noted that the recovery in manufacturing is still likely to prove "protracted" given the lingering structural constraints. On inflation, the report said input costs rose during February and subsequently, average tariffs were raised further last month. The annual rate of inflation, based on the monthly wholesale price index, eased to a seven-month low of 5.05 % in January. "Underlying inflation pressures remain potent, which was evident from the jump in the input price component of the PMI survey. This will keep RBI hawkish and likely compel it to raise rates a bit further this year," Eskesen said.

Mutual Funds' Exposure To IT Stocks Surge By A Business Reporter

he mutual fund industry is betting big on software companies as its equity exposure to the sector climbed to an all-time high of Rs 27,772 crore at the end of January 2014, accounting for 15.20 % of their total equity assets under management (AUM) of Rs 1.83 lakh crore, according to the Sebi data. In December, the investment of mutual funds in software companies was at

Rs 26,762 crore (13.84 %). Market participants attribute this continued inclination of mutual funds towards software segment to weakness in the rupee, revival of demand in key markets like the US and good performances by IT companies in the past few quarters. A weak rupee boosts value of dollars earned by IT firms. Deployment of funds by mutual funds in software stocks gained traction since May when the rupee came under pressure. The In-

Anti Smuggling Measures Leads To...

Harassment Of Jewellers By Mayura Shanbaug

he government’s move to control smuggling of gold into the country is only leading to harassment of gold traders and jewellers who are planning a nationwide ‘Bandh’ to highlight their plight on March 10th. According to Surendra Mehta, general secretary of India Bullion and Jewellers Association (IBJA), since the price of gold has risen along with import restrictions, smuggling activities from the gulf region have escalated. To counter this, government agencies have started conducting physical checks on gold jewellers and traders in the country. “But they are targeting the wrong people as not a single gold trader or jeweller has been found guilty in those raids. But such checks just leads to harassment of jewellers who

Jewellers Demand...

Reduction of Customs duty on Gold Stop unfair seizure of Gold & Cash Restart imports of Gold Strong action against Gold Smuggling 20 - 80% scheme to be revised Speedy clearance of Gold Imports Exemption of ECGC by Banks for Gold Exports Increase Opportunities for Gold Craftsman Cancellation of TCS on Gold Relaxation of KYC norms

have to shut down regular business to answer the queries by the investigating agencies,” Mehta points out. The gold traders are also of the opinion that some of the old acts which are still in existence should be done away with. “The customs act of 1962 needs to be amended according to the present situation. As per the rule, for every gram of gold which is imported, the jeweller or the traders needs to have a certificate to justify the import. This rule has long been outdated,” he said. According to Mehta, even banks have started importing gold now from whom the customer can directly buy. “So if the customer is reselling the gold to the jeweller, he cannot be expected to give an import certificate. Using this act, the officials harass the traders and impose penal charge on them, which is unfair,” he explains. With the smuggling activities on the rise, custom officials are also very cautious about clearing gold imports. “There are hundreds of tons of gold lying at the airport with officials going slow on clearing them. This is resulting in huge shortage of gold which may fuel a further rise in gold prices,” Mehta informs, adding that it’s not just the traders, but even banks are suffering as their import consignments are stuck at airports. “We want the government to look at the gold industry like any other. There is a huge discrimination as for any purchase over Rs 1 lakh, we have to furnish Pan card details, while consumer goods costing lakhs of rupees are transacted on a daily basis without needing any such fi-

dian currency has depreciated by around 15 % since April 30. "The mutual fund industry has been investing in the software shares because of weakness in the rupee and smart quarterly numbers posted by companies such as TCS, Infosys and Wipro, among others," Geojit BNP Paribas Financial Services Research Head Alex Mathews said. Another key factor was revival of demand in major markets, he added. nancial details of the trader or the customer. This also impacts our business,” he adds. The 20/80 scheme on gold imports whereby the importer would need to retain around 20 percent of the imports at customs bonded warehouses and will be allowed fresh imports of gold only after 75% of the metal stock is exported, is also impacting jewelers in a big way, he revealed. “We believe that nearly one crore of our skilled workers will be rendered jobless if such schemes are not seriously looked into,” Mehta said. To highlight all these issues, nearly 5 lakh bullion dealers and jewellery traders would observe 10th March as a Black day and organize a countrywide bandh.

BUSINESS BRIEFS Competition Commission Plans Pact With BRICS Grouping

Fair trade watchdog CCI plans to enter into a pact with the BRICS grouping to boost cooperation in areas including merger deals and global cartel probes that could have implications for competition in the Indian market. The Competition Commission of India (CCI) keeps a tab on unfair business practices across sectors. According to the CCI's latest quarterly newsletter, it is considering a memorandum of understanding with BRICS nations as a grouping, China, Japan and other countries.

Sebi Probes Maharishi Vedic's Fund Collection

Market regulator Sebi is probing Maharishi Vedic Construction Corporation for alleged irregularities in collecting money from public investors. The probe has been disclosed by the Securities and Exchange Board of India in reply to an RTI application. In a response to a plea filed by a Right to Information applicant, the market regulator said that "the matter of Maharishi Vedic Construction Corporation Ltd was under examination by Sebi".

Care For Curbs On Iron Ore Fines Export

Advocating curbs on exports of iron ore fines, the rating agency Care yesterday said the domestic reserves are likely to last only 28 years if export continues. "Assuming the ongoing expansion in steel capacity, we believe that on an expanded base, the country is only left with iron ore reserves which can last for about 38 years. If the country continues to export iron ore, then the reserves are expected to last for not more than 28 years," it said in a report.

Demand For Entry-Level Jobs Rise 6.7% In 2013

The demand for entry-level jobs increased by 6.7% in 2013 as against the previous year, even as the jobs for middle & senior level positions declined by 5.1%, according to an Assocham study. "We analysed data from vacancies posted by about 4,500 companies via various job portals, along with advertisements offering employment opportunities published in national and regional newspapers across 56 prominent cities," Assocham Secretary General D S Rawat said.

TCS, Wipro Spend $510,000 On US Lobbying In 2013

India's top IT companies - TCS and Wipro - shelled out USD 510,000 (over Rs 3.15 crore) for lobbying on issues like immigration and trade with various government agencies in the US last year. US-based Cognizant, which has close to 75 per cent of its 1.71 lakh global employee base in India, spent USD 1.37 million (Rs 8.48 crore) in 2013 in lobbying for immigration and taxrelated issues, the report by non-profit organisation Center for Responsive Politics (CRP) said.

Tata Housing To Invest Rs 1,200 Cr In Retirement Homes

Tata Housing yesterday said it will invest Rs 1,200 crore over the next five years on developing 13 housing projects for senior citizens. Tata Housing - a subsidiary of Tata Sons - has already launched the first project 'Riva Residences' in Bangalore and will now expand presence in the senior living segment by taking the concept to eight more cities. "There are 98 million people of 60 years and more in India and this number is going to double by 2030. Homes for senior citizens will be a very good and viable market for real estate developers," Tata Housing Managing Director and CEO Brotin Banerjee told reporters here.

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ABRAHAM LINCOLN: VAMPIRE HUNTER

TODAY’S BEST VIEWING

At the age of 9, Abraham Lincoln witnesses his mother being killed by a vampire, Jack Barts. Some 10 years later, he unsuccessfully tries to eliminate Barts but in the process makes the acquaintance of Henry Sturgess who teaches him how to fight and what is required to kill a vampire. The quid pro quo is that Abe will kill only those vampires that Henry directs him to. Abe relocates to Springfield where he gets a job as a store clerk while he studies the law and kills vampires by night. He also meets and eventually marries the pretty Mary Todd. Many years later as President of the United States, he comes to realize that vampires are fighting with the Confederate forces. As a result he mounts his own campaign to defeat them. Star Movies, 9 p.m.

SOAPS & SERIALS

BALIKA VADHU

In tonight’s episode we will see, In tonight’s episode we will

see, Sanchi confesses to Anandi what she did with Ganga while she was pregnant. Anandi suggests that Sanchi should read the Bhagwat Geeta for a peaceful mind. Sanchi reads it the entire night and the next morning she goes and thanks Anandi in the kitchen for suggesting the same. Further, Ganga gets to know that Mannu is suffering from leukaemia. Colors, 8 p.m.

BOSTON LEGAL SEASON 3

Alan defends two clients: a woman who stole the plasticized

body of her father from a museum and a therapist who is fired from the hospital after telling patients about his beliefs in UFOs. Star Worl d, 9 p.m .

SAPNE SUHANE LADAKPAN KE

Gunjan informs Seema about Mayank’s erratic behavior, when

the entire family turns suspicious of his intentions and questions him. Meanwhile, Gunjan takes it up on her to bust the gang of thieves and dresses up as one amongst them. Will Gunjan succeed in her mission? Zee T V, 7.30 p.m.

TRIGGERS WEAPONS THAT CHANGED THE WORLD

No weapon is more feared, or more misunderstood, than the

Assault Rifle. And no assault rifle has proved more successful, or more lethal, than the Soviet AK-47. Host Willis tracks the history of some of this revolutionary firearm and unveils some great weapons in TRIGGERS WEAPONS THAT CHANGED THE WORLD. Di scover y Sci en ce, 10 p.m .

GOLD RUSH

In this season of GOLD RUSH, all three mining crew crews break new ground on gold claims across two continents. On the promise of better gold, the Hoffman crew moves their whole operation south to the jungles of Guyana, South America. They

ROMEO MUST DIE

Balika Vadhu, Colors, 8 p.m.

quickly learn they have bitten off more than they can chew, battling searing heat, deadly creatures and tropical diseases in their continuing quest to find millions in gold. The refuse to quit until they find the source for all of the gold in the entire Porcupine Creek valley. D iscover y, 10 p.m .

TIGER SPY IN THE JUNGLE

Journey through a dangerous jungle with the most unlikely spies, and experience the tiger’s world like never before on Animal Planet’s TIGER SPY IN THE JUNGLE. Anim al Plan et, 8 p.m.

YEH RISHTA KYA KAHLATA HAI

Devyani is concerned for Akshara’s health and her ways does

not go well with Rajshri. Will Akshara be able to manage their relationship. Star Plus, 9.30 p.m.

MOVIES OF THE DAY

In this modern day Romeo and Juliet, kung fu action star Jet

Li plays Romeo to hip-hop singer, Aaliyah Haughton’s Juliet. Li is an ex-cop investigating the murder of his brother, who had ties with the Chinese mafia in America. Aaliyah plays the daughter of the American mob boss. Neither side approves of their romance, so, obviously, kung fu action ensues, with a soundtrack by Aaliyah. HBO, 9 p.m.

STUDENT OF THE YEAR

Student of The Year is set in a school called St. Teresa’s, which is one of India’s premier academic institutions. Every year, the boys and girls of St.T’s compete with each other to win Student of the Year’s trophy. 3 competitions take place and the student with the highest score at the end of all competitions emerges as the winner. Our story begins with two boys Abhi and Rohan, who meet each other in St. Teresa’s in their final year. Soon their gang of their friends extends to Shanaya and her friends. They all become thick friends and it appears that nothing can break them until things turns upside down as Abhi and Shanaya fall for each other and the Student of the Year competition begins. As friendships are tested and passions run high, Student of The Year rushes towards an exciting climax. Max, 9 p.m.

HANUMAN

The magic monkey Hanuman finds the abducted Sita

languishing in Lanka, prisoner of the besotted king Ravana, where she is tormented by Demons yet remains chaste and pure. Hanuman hears her tales of woe and undying devotion to Rama, as well as her threats of suicide if she remains unrescued. Before carrying Sita’s message back to Rama, Hanuman is “captured” by demons who set his tail on fire, only to fall victim to their own joke as Hanuman proceeds to use his tail as a torch to set their city afire. Confirming Sita is safe, Hanuman subsequently flies over the ocean to Rama, who swoons at his tale. Fi lmy, 9 p.m.

SHANGHAI KNIGHTS

When a Chinese rebel murders Chon’s estranged father

and escapes to England, Chon and Roy make their way to London with revenge on their minds. Chon’s sister, Lin, has the same idea, and uncovers a worldwide conspiracy to murder the royal family but almost no one will believe her. Zee Studi o, 10.30 p.m.

WHAT TO EXPECT WHEN YOU’RE EXPECTING

Inspired by the perennial New York Times bestseller of the

same name, WHAT TO EXPECT WHEN YOU’RE EXPECTING is a

Romeo Must Die, HBO, 9 p.m.

hilarious and heartfelt big screen comedy about five couples whose intertwined lives are turned upside down by the challenges of impending parenthood. Over the moon about starting a family, TV fitness guru Jules and dance show star Evan find that their high-octane celebrity lives don’t stand a chance against the surprise demands of pregnancy. Baby-crazy author and advocate Wendy gets a taste of her own militant mommy advice when pregnancy hormones ravage her body; while Wendy’s husband, Gary, struggles not to be outdone by his competitive alpha-Dad, who’s expecting twins with his much younger trophy wife, Skyler. Photographer Holly is prepared to travel the globe to adopt a child, but her husband Alex isn’t so sure, and tries to quiet his panic by attending a “dudes” support group, where new fathers get to tell it like it really is. Pi x, 9 p.m.

BADAL

Badal (Bobby Deol) is a victim of the 1984 riots, brought up by a terrorist (Ashish Vidyarthi). Badal lives with the sole aim of exterminating a police cop Rana (Ashutosh Rana) now the DGP. Rana was responsible for cruel harassment and murders of innocent people in the villages of Punjab. Including that of Badal’s whole family. An honest police officer (Amrish Puri) and his family give shelter to young Badal where he falls in love with Rani Mukherjee. Badal’s aim remains to kill the treacherous police officer who had killed his parents and his loving sister. After several twists and turns he meets the treacherous Jai Singh Rana who has now become a DIG. How the hero accomplishes his revenge forms the rest of the story? Star G ol d, 8 p.m .

STAR PLUS

P.M. 2.00 Ek Nanad Ki Khushiyon Ki Chaabi..Meri Bhabhi 2.30 Iss Pyar Ko Kya Naam Doon.. 3.00 Pyar Ka Dard Hai Meetha Meetha 3.30 Diya Aur Bati Hum 4.00 Saath Nibhaana Saathiya 4.30 Saraswatichandra 5.00 Ek Veer Ki Ardaas-Veera 5.30 Ye Hai Mohabbatein 6.00 Iss Pyar Ko Kya Naam Doon-Ek Baar Phir 6.30 Ek Ghar Banaunga 7.00 Saath Nibhaana Saathiya 7.30 Saraswati Chandra 8.00 Ek Nanad Ki Khushiyon Ki Chaabi..Meri Bhabhi 8.30 Mahabharat 9.00 Diya Aur Bati Hum 9.30 Yeh Rishta Kya Kehlata Hain 10.00 Pyar Ka Dard Hai…. 10.30 Ek Veer Ki Ardaas – Veera 11.00 Ye Hai Mohabbatein P.M. 2.00 3.00 4.00 4.30 5.00 6.00 7.00 8.00 8.30 9.00 10.00 10.30 11.00

P.M. 12.00 8.00 8.30 9.00 9.30

ZEE TV

P.M. 2.00 Aur Pyaar Ho Gaya 2.30 Doli Armaano Ki 3.00 Sapne Suhane Ladakpan Ke 3.30 Pavitra Rishta 4.00 Qubool Hai 4.30 Do Dil Bandhe Ek Dori Se 5.00 Jodha Akbar 5.30 Aur Pyaar Ho Gaya 6.00 Do Dil Bandhe Ek Dori Se 6.30 Pavitra Rishta 7.00 Ek Mutthi Aasmaan 7.30 Sapne Suhane Ladakpan Ke 8.00 Jodha Akbar 8.30 Do dil Bandhe Ek Dori Se

6.00 Rishton Ke Bhanwar Mein Jljhi Niyati 6.30 Jai Jai Jai Bajarangbali 7.00 Aakhir Bahu Bhi Toh Beti 7.30 Firangi Bahu 8.00 Haunted Nights: Kaun Hai Who? 8.30 Jai Jai Jai Bajarangbali 9.00 Aakhir Bahu Bhi Toh Beti… 9.30 Rishton Ke Bhawar Mein Uljhi Niyati 10.00 Firangi Bahu 10.30 Jai Jai Jai Bajarangbali. 11.00 Aakhir Bahu Bhi toh Beti Hee

SAB TV

P.M. 2.00 Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah.. 2.30 FIR

10.00 Extreme Animals 10.30 Planet Wild 11.00 River Monsters P.M. 2.00 3.00 4.00 4.30 5.00 5.30 6.00 7.00 8.00 9.00 10.00 11.00

DISCOVERY

Invisible Worlds Man vs Wild Magic of Science Food Factory Magic of Science How Do They Do It? Mad Mike and Mark Food Factory Man vs Wild Africa Gold Rush A Haunting

SCIENCE

P.M. 2.00 Superhumans 3.00 How The Body Works 4.00 Through The Wormhole with Morgan Freeman 4.50 Dark Matters

STAR WORLD

Almost Human Castle Suburgatory Two and A Half Men Boston Legal Castle Koffee with Karan Suburgatory Two and A Half Men Boston Legal How I Met Your Mother 2 Broke Girls Castle

ZEE CAFÉ

P.M. 2.00 The Secret Life of the American Teenager 3.00 House of Cards 4.00 American Funniest Home Videos 4.30 Just for Laughs 6.00 The Secret Life of the American Teenager 7.00 House of Cards 8.00 The Big Bang Theory 8.30 Family Tools 9.00 Being Erica 10.00 The Secret Life of the American Teenager 11.00 House of Cards P.M 12.00 3.30 4.00 4.30 5.00 6.00 6.30 7.00 7.30 8.00 8.30 9.00 10.00 10.30

11.00 Crime Patrol

LISTING

BIG MAGIC

Perfect Mismatch : Film Love Dosti dua Raavi Nadaniyaan Jai Shree Krishna Mahisagar Love Dosti Dua Raavi Mahisagar Nadaniyaan Love Dosti Dua Jai Shree Krishna Nadaniyaan Mahisagar

SONY TV

Crime Patrol 4 Main Naa Bhoolungi Ek Nayi Pehchaan Desh Ki Beti Nandini Kehta Hai Dil Jee Le Zara 10.00 Maharana Pratap 10.30 Bade Achhe Lagte Hai

Pritam Pyare Aur..., SAB TV, 7.30 p.m. Sapne Suhane Ladakpan..., Zee TV, 7.30 p.m. 9.00 9.30 10.00 10.30 11.00

Pavitra Rishta. Qubool Hai Aur Pyaar Ho Gaya Doli Armaano Ki Jodha Akbar

LIFE OK

P.M. 2.00 Best of Savdhaaan India 7.00 Tumhari Paakhi 7.30 Gustakh Dil 8.00 Devo Ke Dev Mahadev 8.30 Ek Boond Ishq 9.00 The Adventure of Hatim 9.30 Tumhari Paakhi 10.00 Kaisa Yeh Ishq Hai-Ajab Sa Risk Hai 10.30 Savdhaan India P.M. 2.00 2.30 3.00 3.30 4.00 4.30 5.00 5.30 7.00

7.30 8.00 8.30 9.00 9.30 10.00 10.30 11.00

COLORS

Sasural Simar Ka Balika Vadhu Rangrasiya Beintehaa Madhubala Sanskaar Dharohar Apnon Ki Bani – Ishq da Kalma Comedy Nights with Kapil Sanskaar: Dharohar Apnon Ki Sasural Simar Ka Balika Vadhu Madhubala Beintehaa Rangrasiya Uttaran Bani – Ishq da Kalma Balika Vadhu

SAHARA ONE

P.M 2.00 Aakhir Bahu Bhi Toh Beti Hee Hai 2.30 Firangi Bahu 3.00 Kanwarlal: Film. Jeetendra

3.00 3.30 7.30 8.00 8.30 9.00 9.30 10.00 10.30 11.00

Pritam Pyare Aur Woh Taarak Mehta Ka… Pritam Pyare Aur Who Baal Veer Taarak Mehta… Chidiya Ghar Jeanie Aur Juju Lapataganj-Ek Baar Phir FIR Taarak Mehta

ZEE MARATHI

P.M. 2.00 Tu Tithee Mee 2.30 Eka Lagnachi Tisari Goshta 3.00 Honar Suun Me Hya Gharachi 3.30 Juluni Yeti Reshimgathi 4.00 Sa Re Ga Ma Pa 5.00 Javai Vikat Ghene Aahe 5.30 Honar Suun Me Hya Gharachi 6.00 Eka Lagnachi Tisari Goshat 6.30 Home Minister 7.00 Tu Tithe Mee 7.30 Javai Vikat Ghene Aahe 8.00 Honar Suun Me Hya Gharachi 8.30 Juluni Yeti Reshimgathi 9.00 Eka Lagnachi Tisari Goshta 9.30 Saregamapa 10.30 Juluni Yeti Reshimgathi 11.00 Honnar Suun Me Hya Gharachi

ANIMAL PLANET

P.M. 2.00 3.00 3.30 4.00 5.00 6.00 7.00 8.00 9.00

WTR Extreme Animals Planet Wild Mutant Planet Bad Dog AP Safari Hunters Tiger Spy In The Jungle Be The Creature

P.M. 2.30 News in Marathi 3.00 Ek Divas Celebrity Sobat 3.30 Daivacha Ha Khel Nirala 4.00 Mazi Maye 4.10 Bheti Lagi Jiva 4.35 Sansar Maza Wegala 5.00 News in Marathi 5.05 Aatmabhang 5.30 Nati Goti 6.00 Krishi Darshan 6.30 Amachi Mati Amachi Mase 7.00 News in Marathi 7.15 Antakshari 8.00 The News

8.15 Samachar 8.30 Pavitra Bandhan….. Do Dilonka 9.00 Hum 9.30 Yeh Kahan Aa Gaye Hum 10.00 Bharat Ki Shaan 11.00 ARTH: Film. Shabana Azmi, Smita Patil, Raj Kiran

DDII (Metro Channel)

P.M. 2.00 2.30 3.00 3.30 4.00 4.30 5.00

Samachar. News Sports News Rang Tarang Samachar News Samachar

HISTORY

P.M. 2.00 101 Things That Changed The World 3.00 Ancient Aliens 4.00 American Daredevils 4.30 Cosentino 5.30 Axmen 6.30 Pawn Stars 7.00 Counting Cars 7.30 Baggage Battle 8.00 Ice Road Truckers 9.00 The Universe 10.00 Pawn Stars 10.30 Counting Cars 11.00 Dangerous Persuasion

NAT GEOGRAPHIC

P.M. 2.00 Return of the Clouded Leopard 3.00 Engineering Connections 4.00 Jobs That Bite 5.00 The Living Edens 6.00 Brain Games 7.00 The Indestructible 8.00 Return of the Clouded Leopard 9.00 Brain Games 10.00 Air Crash Investigation 11.00 Taboo

P.M 2.00 4.00 6.00 8.00

P.M. 12.40 3.15 5.15 7.05 9.00 11.15 A.M. 7.35 9.25

Arth, DDI, 11 p.m.

5.30 Rajyon Se Samachar 6.05 Metro Scan 6.30 Business Wrap 7.00 Samachar 7.30 News 8.00 News Night 8.15 Samachar 8.20 Sansad Samachar 8.30 News Night 10.00 Late Edition 10.30Raat Saddhe Dus 11.00 Khel Samachar

P.M. 1.25 4.00 5.40 7.25 9.00

High School Musical The Hunger Games’

ZEE STUDIO

P.M. 1.30 5.20 8.00 10.55 A.M. 8.20 11.20

CVO

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POGO

Chhota Bheem Marathon Mr Bean Bheem Ki Jai Ho Special Chhota Bheem Marathon Mr Bean Chatur Chetan Takeshi’s Castle MAD Thomas and Friends Kumbh Karan Chhota Bheem Obachama Kun

What To Expect When You’re Expecting, Pix, 9 p.m.

MAX

P.M. 2.00 Miya Biwi Aur Saali: Nagarjuna 5.30 Gunehgar Kaun: Raj Babbar 9.00 Awargardi: Aditya Pancholi A.M. 9.30 Kaun Kare Kurbanie: Govinda

P.M

Ghatothkach Darr Gaya Oggy

Balwaan Doodh Ka Karz

P.M 2.00 Return on Chandramukhi: Mammoothy 5.20 Players: Abhishek B 8.30 Shiv The Super Hero 2: Nagarjuna

TEN CRICKET

P.M. 12.30 4.00 5.00 6.30 9.00 9.30 10.00 11.00 A.M. 8.00 8.30 9.00 10.00

Oggy Kid Shaadi Adventure Time Oggy and the Cockroaches Roll No 21 Ben 10 Alien Force Beyblade Metal Fury Johnny Test Tom and Jerry Kids Show

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ZEE CINEMA

P.M 3.00 6.00 9.00 A.M. 8.00

CARTOON NETWORK

P.M. 12.00 4.30 5.30 8.00 9.00 10.00 10.30 11.00 A.M. 8.00 10.00

The Hero: Love Story of A Spy Dil Tera Aashiq Badal Mera Krodh

P.M. 1.00 Hum 5.30 Karan Arjun: Salman Khan 9.00 Student of the Year: Sidharth Malhotra A.M. 7.00 Mere Hindustan Ki Kasam: Nagarjuna 10.30 Naksha

P.M. 12.00 3.00 6.00 9.00 A.M. 9.00

2.00 Zapatlela: Mahesh Kothare 4.30 Jatra: Bharat Jadhav 7.00 De Dhakka: Makrand Anaspure 9.30 Gallit Gondhal Dillit Mujra: Nagesh Bhosale

PIX

Angels and Demons Season of the Witch Ninja Piranha What To Expect When You’re Expecting 11.20 Mean Girls A.M. 8.00 The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey 11.25 The Mechanic

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P.M. 2.00 Aus Tour of SA 2014 3rd Test Day 4 10.30 Great Centuries 10.00 Aus Tour of SA 14 h/ls.

HBO

The Hunger Games Firewall Machete High School Musical Romeo Must Die Ransom

P.M. 1.00 Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides 3.40 Fighting 5.50 Pirate Radio 8.15 Dungeons and Dragons 10.30 Shanghai Knights A.M. 9.45 Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides

P.M. 1.20 Asia Cup 2014 Bang vs Pak 9.30 Cricket Extra 10.00 Switch Hit 10.30 T20 Triumphs 11.00 Star Power P.M. 2.00 The Dubai Duty Free Tennis C’ship 3.00 La Liga Fillers 3.30 Superstar BPL h/ls 4.00 Premier League Review 5.00 Barclays Premier League 7.00 Liga Bbva 13/14 8.00 La Liga 9.30 Superstar BPL h/ls 10.00 PI Netbusters 10.30 Football Today

STARMOVIES

American Reunion Jurassic Park III Night at the Museum The 86th Annual Academy Awards (Oscar) 9.00 Abraham Lincoln: Vampire Hunter 11.00 Snake in the Eagle’s Shadow A.M. 9.30 Hollow Man 2 11.30 Snake in the Eagle’s Shadow

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DOORDARSHAN

DDI (Main Channel)

5.40 How It’s Made 6.00 Tech Toys 360 7.00 Through The Wormhole with Moran Freeman 8.00 How It’s Made 9.00 Space Month 10.00 Triggers 11.00 How Do They Do It?

MOVIE CHANNELS

FILMY

Gunehgar: Mithun C Kyun Ho Gaya Na: Amitabh B Rangeela: Aamir Khan Hanuman Inteqam-The Perfect Game: Manoj Bajpai

B4U

Udaan: Rekha Sikka: Dharmendra Mr Badmash: Uday Kiran Anu: Pooja Gandhi

ZEE TALKIES

Student of the Year, Max, 9 p.m.

10.30 Mr Bean 11.00 Chhota Bheem P.M. 2.00 3.30 4.00 4.30 5.00 6.30 7.00 7.30 8.00 8.30 9.00 9.30 10.00 10.30

A.M. 8.00 9.00 10.00 10.30 11.00

DISNEY CHANNEL

Doraemon Phineas and Ferb Gravity Falls Art Attack Doraemon Gravity Falls Doraemon Phineas and Ferb Vicky Aur Veetal Ishaan Best of Luck Nikki Slokk Best of Luck Nikki Phineas and Ferb Chritsmad and New Year Doraemon DJ-JATNP Doraemon DJ Sofia The First Doraemon

DISNEY XD

P.M. 1.30 Kiteretsu 5.30 Iron Man Armored Adventures 6.30 American Dragon Jake Long 7.00 Phineas and Ferb 8.00 Ultimate Spiderman 8.30 Tron Uprising 9.00 Hulk and the… 9.30 Big Bad Beetleborgs A.M. 8.00 Space Goofs 8.30 Rekkit Rabbit 9.00 Space Goofs 9.30 American Dragon Jake Long 10.00 Super Robot.

Surabhi’s sparkling recital

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By Vijay Shanker

ence to the basic movements in the Bharata Natyam style. Forming a fine synthesis of both music and melody in the Jatiswaram, Surabhi performed the Shabdam in praise of Lord Vishnu wherein the dancer as Meera talks to Lord Krishna and requests him to remove the sufferings of people and narrates episodes like Druapadi Vastraharnam, Gajendra Moksham, the lifting of mountain Govardhana etc. The Athana Varnam was in praise of Shivaji, the king of Tanjavur. The dancer is portrayed as Virahotkantitha as she is tormented by the cupid arrows and suffers the pangs of separation and requests her Lord to come immediately. This number was enacted with fine 'abhinaya' and the typical 'sancharis'. Surabhi

arfojiraje Bhosale Centre presented the debut Bhrata Natyam performance by talented Surabhi Parker at the Y.B.Chavan auditorium last Sunday. Surabhi's performance was marked with the quality of technical and expressional command over the dance style, besides the vivaciousness that made the recital sparkling. Parker is a disciple of renowned exponent Dr. Sanddhya Pureccha and has imbibed all the necessary qualities in order to blossom into a fine exponent. After invocaotry numbers like the Ganesh Stuti and Nataraja Kautam, Surabhi performed the Bilhari Alarippu in Tisrajathi, introducing the audi-

has an innate command over expressions and has the calibre to delve deeper into such thematic items which was further evident in Thaye Yasoda that dealt with 'vatsalya bhav'. While Kalai Thuki portrayed the cosmic dance of Lord Shiva as he dances on one foot, Vallabhacharya's Madhurastakam depicted Lord Krishna as an incarnate of sweetness and beauty. Besides the Panchaakshara shlokam in praiseof Lord Shiva, the Marathi Abhang too formed a rightful place in the programme. Surabhi concluded the programme with the Shankarabharam Thillana that formed a fine finale as the dancer danced to rhythmic intricate numbers. Surabhi recieved fine orchestral support too.

Apsychologicalthriller!

By Sandeep Hattangadi

irector Pramod Achrekar’s debut film ‘Akalpit - Ek Satya Kalpanapalikadche’ is a rare suspense thriller that visits the realms of human mind. Vishal (Abhinay Sawant)and Shweta (Rutul Patil) are a happily married couple who visit their friend’s farmhouse which is desolate and filled with serial killer stories. Shweta and her boyfriend apparently plan to bump off her husband and get his riches and their love for each other. The film proceeds with chilling incidents like Vishal's wife and lover planning to get rid of Vishal by poisoning him, stabbing him

and getting a hit-man killer Raj (Sandesh Jadhav) to kill Vishal. But in this scenario comes another Raj whose car breaks down and seeks refuge in the farmhouse. Shweta assumes him to be the paid killer but what is the truth really when the police recover three bodies from the farmhouse and Vishal is accused of the murders? He pleas with an insanity claim. Then a committee with a High Court judge and the public prosecutor and a psychiatrist are trying to judge Vishal. He is let off but not before the psychiatrist analyses his college background, his paintings and his creative ideas and the circumstantial evidence but has no concrete proof against Vishal who gets away with the murder. It is assumed that Vishal is a dual personality and a schizophrenic but the prosecution can’t really pin him down. Director Achrekar has done a good job of a difficult subject. Veteran actors like Mohan Agashe, Nirmitee Sawant, Renuka Shahane do well. Abhinay Sawant is impressive as is Sumeet Gaikwad. Rutul Patil is good too. The music by rock band Parikrama is pleasing. DOP’S Amit Kodoth and Neeshank Mathure have shot the interiors with natural lighting and blue filters to create an eerie feeling. The film is for serious cinema buffs.

By Amarendra Dhaneshwar

he state of Madhya Pradesh has been a fertile region for Hindustani music. In the middle ages, the kings and the ruling princes in this area were not only connoisseurs but patrons of music. Raja Mansingh Tomar was himself a practitioner of the dhrupad genre. He actively supported music and musicians. Later on, the Malwa region which extended from Indore in the south to Gwalior in the north nurtured music in the most creative way. According to Kumar Gandharva, the folk tunes from this region formed the foundation of many a raga structures. Kumar Gandharva too lived in this region. Another towering musician who lived here was the late Rajab Ali Khansaheb. He belonged to the tradition enriched by Bande Ali Khan and Mugal Khan. Rajab Ali Khan lived

NEWS IN BRIEF Morning ragas

Pancham Nishad in association with Tata Capital presents 'Pratahswar', a concert of morning ragas featuring the Gundecha Brothers, the world renowned exponents of Dhrupad Music. They will be accompanied by Akhilesh Gundecha on the Pakhawaj. The 61st concert of the series is scheduled to be held on March 9 from 6:30 am at Kala Prangan, Ravindra Natya Mandir, Prabhadevi. Entry to the concert is free.

Mahila Sangeet Sammelan

'Khayal Trust' and 'Kalabharati' to host Mahila Sangeet Sammelan featuring only women musicians including percussionists.On March 8 at 6.30 pm and March 9 at 10 am at Karnataka Sangha, Matunga WR. Artistes: A theme-based presentation of one hour by Neela Bhagwat, Pranati Mhatre, Radhika Sood Nayak and Mrinal Natekar Bhide and a vocal recital by Anuradha Kuber on Saturday. On Sunday, a solo violin recital by Vidya Dengle and vocal by Bharati Vaishampayan.

Mahurat of Marathi film

The mahurat of well-known action director of Hindi films Ravi Dewan’s first Marathi production ‘Ticha Umbartha’ was held at Ravindra Natya Mandir recently at the hands of opposition leader Gopinath Munde who gave the clap and director Pradeep Ghonsikar said ‘Action!’. The film stars Chinmay Mandlekar, Tejaswini Pandit, Jyoti Chandekar in stellar roles. The music is by Shreyas Preet. Among the celebs present were Sunil Shetty, Makarand Despande etc. The film is a family drama.

Rekha graces dance show

A film on an iconic CM By A Staff Reporter

filmmaker Jabbar Patel and written by veteran journalist eshwantrao Chavan was Arun Sadhu. Noted film and the longest serving Chief TV actor Ashok Lokhande will Minister of Maharashtra, and essay the role of the dynamic was also the architect of mod- leader while Lubana Siddiqui ern Maharashtra. Salim will play his wife, VenuChavan was born in a small tai. The supporting cast convillage called Devrashtre in sists of Meena Naik, Benjamin Karad district. After devoting Gilani, Om Bhutkar, Vaishali himself to the All Indian Con- Dabhade, Rekha Kamath, gress, he reached the highest Supriya Vinod, Satish Alekar, echelons of national politics. Rahul Solapurkar, and Yashpal His first position was as Parlia- Samat. Popular actor Nana mentary Secretary. He then Patekar will also be seen in a became Defence Minister, significant role. Home Minister, Finance MinThe music is by Anand ister and Minister of External Modak and the poems are Relations and was is known for based on eminent poets like his parliamentary speeches. N.G.Mahanor, Shahir AnnabNow comes a film from hau Sathe, Kusumagraj, Vinda Essel Vision, based on the life Karandikar, and Vithabai of this political titan. The film Chawan. The film will be rewill be directed by eminent leased on March 14.

The diva, Rekha, graced the dance show 'Marathi Navtaraka', along with Neha Pendse, Bhargavi Chirmule, Priya Bapat, Smita Tambe, Megha Ghadge, Sia Patil, Deepali Sayeed, Smita Shevale, Kranti Redkar, Teja Devkar, Urmila Kanetkar, Shruti Marathe, Pooja Sawant and Hemangi who performed here. Deputy CM Ajit Pawar was also present at the ocassion. Eminent director Mahesh Tilekar supervised the show.

Vocal recital

Pt. Upendra Bhat will perform at the Hall of Harmony, Nehru Centre, Worli on Saturday at 6.30 pm. An accomplished singer of Kirana Gharana, Pandit Upendra Bhat reminds the listeners of his legendary guru - Pandit Bhimsen Joshi. Pt. Bhat has received rigorous training under the tutelage of Pt. Bhimsen Joshi.

The land of Hindustani music

in Dewas and taught a number of musicians who made the grade in later years. Among them, one can count Nivruttibuwa Sarnaik, Amir Khan, Krishnarao Mujumdar, Ganpatrao Dewaskar and many others. A function

was held recently to launch the biography of Rajab Ali Khan. It has been written by well known visual artiste and music lover Ranjana Pohankar. She happens to be the daughter of Krishnarao Mujumdar, Khan's worthy disciple and a well-known figure in the world of Hindustani music. Entitled 'Shakhsiyat', the book is based on the life journey of Ustad Rajab Ali Khan Saheb. It was released by Yogendra Pandit, disciple of Ustad Rajab Ali Khan Saheb, Director of Ustad Allauddin Khan Sangeet and Kala Academy Bhopal, G. B. Baagdare, and Sanchalak of Sanskruti Vibhag and Ram Tiwari. It was a tribute to Ustad Rajab Ali Khan Saheb and Ustad Amanat Khan Saheb.

Mashkoor Ali Khan' of the Kirana Gharana performed on the occasion. His rendition of Basant was simply superb. A programme was held in honour of the late S.C.R. Bhatt who was a dedicated teacher and a good traditional musician. The venue was Vallabh Sangeet Ashram at Sion. Dinkar Panashikar, former head of the Goa Kala Academy sang on this occasion. Panashikar is an exponent of the Jaipur Atrauli gharana. He has mastered the complex style and is respected for his authority. The special feature of this concert was not only the Jaipur Attruali ragas but his own compositions in the 14 beat 'Ada Chautal' which is rarely heard on the concert platform these days. The audience appreciated his inventions. The world of music has been rendered poorer with the sad demise of the elder bansuri player Raghunath Seth.

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CRYPTIC CROSSWORD 717

ENIGMA CODE 717

ACROSS: 1 Implements for the sports ground? (10) 6 Crowd up to get a drink (4) 9 Angel got in trouble carrying on (10) 10 As a deposit, is lower (4) 12 Keep out of sight and your won't get the sack (6,6) 15 Mourn the straying of Elsie, for example (7) 16 Hiding - but clearly not from the sun (7) 17 Iverson turns out for reading, say (7) 19 Get off track, finally dropping into hideout (7) 20 Looks carefully and notes lamp, etc., out of order (12) 23 Doctor meets sailor in Biblical kingdom (4) 24 Charity event held in the mess? (6,4) 25 Agrees it moves up and down (4) 26 Professional, contracted out, had children (10)

DOWN: 1 Birds that may be eaten hot or cold (4) 2 Accepted it was all right to get onto (4) 3 Cheerfully drinking tall glasses of whisky, perhaps? (4,8) 4 Biscuit? Take about 100 after finishing gingko tea (7) 5 It's most considerate to put the family first ! (7) 7 Old seaman, not at all conventional (10) 8 Likely to meet a work unit in a religious community (10) 11 Hundred bet on characters being mad (5,3,4) 13 Devotions overcome fellow who does repairs (10)

Each colour in our code represents a letter. When you have cracked the code you will be able to make up seven words. The clue to first word is given to help you get started. The Clue: A series of steps

D D

rather less sparkle (7) 21 A layman or the French in charge? (4) 22 Get heated when a union is to be formed (4)

SOLUTION TO YESTERDAY’S CRYPTIC CROSSWORD ACROSS: 1 British Museum, 10 Elgar, 11 Marco Polo, 12 Death rate, 13 Pride, 14 Air raid, 16 Everton, 18 Success, 20 Sadists, 22 Homer, 24 In the nude, 26 Small part, 27 Unbar, 28 Get the picture. DOWN: 2 Rag-fair, 3 Torch race, 4 Samoa, 5 Murderess, 6 Scoop, 7 Utopist, 8 Dead man's chest, 9 Lose one's heart, 15 Dissipate, 17 End result, 19 Compare, 21 Slumber, 23 Relit, 25 Tutti.

QUICK CROSS 717

ACROSS: 1. Hot time, in Paris 4. Carpeting, of a sort 5. Classifies 8. Paleozoic, for one 9. Auctions 12. Small bird 13. Heir, at times

SOLUTION TO YESTERDAY’S ENIGMA CODE HORNED, DONNED, HEREON, HORNER, REDDEN, REDONE, RENDER

14 Nigeria had built a small amplifier (7,3) 18 Take a pen, write a melody and become a king but not of Pop (7) 19 Confederate poet returned with

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MATH PYRAMID 717 The goal of Math Pyramid is to fill the given pyramid with numbers such that the following three rules are satisfied. 1. A cell value must be sum or difference of the two cells below 2. A row cannot have duplicate numbers 3. A number cannot be less than 1 or more than the grid size

YESTERDAY’S SOLUTION

DOWN: 1. Bad ___ Germany 2. Chinese life principle 3. Beings in Evian 6. ___ -la-la 7. Adds seasoning 10. Vowel sequence 11. CST, e.g.

HIDATO 717

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

MATHDOKU 717

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

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TODAYâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S FORECAST

JAGJIT UPPAL

WIZARD OF ID PARKER & HART

B.C. JOHNNY HART

BEAU PEEP THE ADVENTURES OF LEGIONNAIRE BEAU PEEP

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COFFEEBREAK MOON TITHI NAKSHATRA RASHI LUCKY COLOUR LUCKY NUMBER

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Moon in Pisces till 2.11 p.m. Vinayak Chaturthi Revati Meen (Pisces) D.Ch.Z. Golden Brown 4

BIRTHDAY FORECAST: The current period is not good for new investments. Major changes in your job or work set up are indicated. If you have been losing heavily in some business ventures, you may decide to abandon it altogether. Some of you will receive lump sum money as compensation that you are advised to keep safely in a bank. Those living in a joint family may decide to live separately. Matters will improve by early next year. BABIES BORN TODAY: Will have a good physique, attractive and tall. Girls can be called beautiful. Will be healthy and long-lived. Will be orthodox, where culture is concerned but can be outgoing, stubborn and ambitious. An interest in science historical research, and ancient cultures or poetry will lead to success. Will be happy and fortunate. ARIES (March 21 - April 20): You will be working very hard in the hope of immediate gains, which will be forthcoming shortly. An outing with friends will prove enjoyable. Members of the opposite sex find you exceptionally attractive. You will make new friends and enlarge your social circle. A late night is indicated.

TAURUS (April 21 - May 20): Those in communication, media or travel will get a breakthrough in their career. Artistic and creative pursuits will be rewarding. You will feel the need to be closer to a certain person with whom you can discuss your most intimate thoughts and inner uncertainties.

GEMINI (May 21 - June 20): You will be discussing expansion plans but try to resolve disputes, if any, amicably. Keep your mind open to ideas and new offers of work. You may be concerned about your mate or beloved who has not been keeping well or may be depressed. You may have to seek help.

CANCER (June 21 - July 21): You need to be patient even if burdened with duties that take up most of your leisure time. Make quick decisions for good results. Listen attentively to the suggestions of others, though you may not necessarily agree with them. You will be able to bring others around to your way of thinking.

LEO (July 22 - August 21): Expansion of work and fresh activities leads to gain. Those in creative or artistic fields will do very well. Some of you will be commended for your efforts. Better prospects for work and career are indicated. An important meeting scheduled for today will be a success. You will make good contacts. Get through to those who are important to you and show how much you care.

VIRGO (August 22 - September 21): Financially, a favorable period and you could make new investment in fresh projects. The employed desirous of changing of job will receive suitable offers. Happiness pervades on the home front. The single can look forward to exciting romance. You can look forward to a relaxing evening.

LIBRA (September 22 - October 22): Be practical in matters concerning money. Pending issues get sorted out and you will be better organized. Find time to renew old ties with associates. You may be traveling to a place of religious or spiritual interest. You will feel recharged and exultant with your experience.

SCORPIO (October 23 - November 21): Make sure that you hold on to the money that you receive. Do not invest your money recklessly. Investments in some land or property are indicated. A new business in collaboration within the family is likely. Some of you may either buy or get an expensive present from someone.

SAGITTARIUS (November 22 December 20): Luck is on your side today. A happy and cheerful disposition makes you overcome the worst of obstacles coming in your way. There will be discussions about security and it is up to you to put your views across. You will have the support of loved ones, as they will realize that you are not being unreasonable.

CAPRICORN (December 21 - January 19): Certain developments require a change of plans. You are advised not to rush into taking major decision about work, or location. Perhaps you are reacting rather than planning your next move. Maintain status quo for the time being or you could have regrets later. Your mate and friends will go out of their way to help you.

AQUARIUS (January 20 - February 18): Avoid making important decisions or bringing about any changes today. Just focus on your regular routine for best results. Attend to important issues personally. To maintain peace at home avoid any arguments which can lead to conflict and end in a quarrel.

PISCES (February 19 - March 20): Meetings today are certain to be a success. The signing of a crucial deal leads to gains. You will be full of fresh ideas and schemes and also keen to take risks in implementing plans. You have ample support from associates. You will spend money on entertaining. You may feel attracted towards someone who has shown an interest in you. A happy get-together with loved ones is indicated.

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QUICK CROSSWORD 4908 ACROSS: 1 Be out of bed, awake; in motion (5) 6 Feeling of guilt, dishonour (5) 9 A quick retort or fencing stroke (7) 10 Open, as a bottle (5) 11 "Ernie" changes into a girl? (5) 12 Flip (5) 13 Winnie-the-Pooh's creator (7) 15 Tourist destination on our West Coast (3) 17 Workout or exercise places, in short (4) 18 Changed direction (6) 19 "The __ Sanction" (1970s thriller) (5) 20 Most frigid (6) 22 Be of great size, or extent (4) 24 Net asset value, abbr. (3) 25 State neighbouring Assam (7) 26 Re-discover the ___ : waste time by doing what others had already done before you, in a way? (5) 27 Jamaican dish (5) 28 Skipper of our cricket team (5) 29 As a couple or as a pair, in a way? (7) 30 Consecrate (5) 31 A village of southern african natives; enclosure for animals in africa (5) DOWN: 2 Director ___ Leela Bhansali (6) 3 Saddam Hussain's countrymen (6) 4 A stretch of turbulent water in the sea, as in "__ tide"? (3) 5 A small two-door car (5) 6 A sharp painful blow or an insect that bites? (7) 7 A group of animals, especially cattle (4) 8 5th president of the U.S (6) 12 Medically ___ : not in perfect condition, according to the doctor? (5) 13 Another time (5) 14 2504 in Roman numerals (5) 15 A collection of people (5) 16 Alfred ___ : Austrian psychologist and psychoanalyst (1870-1937 )? (5) 18 Corrupt - "navel" anagram? (5) 19 Avoids or evades, in a way (7)

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SUDOKU 2094 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: B equals G

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

21 Abolish, abrogate or call off (6) 22 Farther up (6) 23 Papua New ____ (PNG, in short) (6) 25 High IQ organisation - "means" a

change? (5) 26 Moistens, adds water (4) 28 Dravida Munetra Kazgam, acronym (3)

SOLUTION TO YESTERDAY’S QUICK CROSSWORD ACROSS: 3 Swabs, 8 Snood, 10 Rhyme, 11 Cur, 12 Melee, 13 Barsaat, 15 Tears, 18 Alt, 19 Hornet, 21 Righten, 22 Veer, 23 Sewn, 24 Armband, 26 Lamina, 29 Ava, 31 Sissy, 32 Unified, 34 Iwere, 35 Fix, 36 Teena, 37 Ilium, 38 Gyrus. DOWN: 1 Uncap, 2 Corsair, 4 Whet, 5 Breton, 6 Sheer, 7 Ombre, 9 Our, 12 Mathura, 14 Alg, 16 Anted, 17 Stone, 19 Henbane, 20 Ovals, 21 Reams, 23 Snaffle, 24 Anyway, 25 Avi, 27 Aires, 28 I sing, 30 Nexus, 32 Urdu, 33 Iii.

IRREGULAR SUDOKU 1913 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

O Z T X T ' U U Z H Y S X T

K H

M N U W K T U U

M N U W K T U U , U T A T X S V

V W P T

M N O

V W P T O Z T X T

M N U W K T U U T U

S J J H N K O W K B

YESTERDAY’S SOLUTION: In order for people to be happy, sometimes they have to take risks. It's true these risks can put them in danger of being hurt

Afternoon WORD MINE

R E

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: 16 average; 18 good; 20 outstanding. YESTERDAY’S SOLUTION: artist, astir, girt, grist, grit, guitar, GUITARIST, rust, sitar, stair, star, start, stir, strait, strut, sugar, tart, trait, trust, tsar.

HEATHCLIFF

Yesterday’s

NOT SHOCKED BY LOSS, IMPRESSED WITH TEAMâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S CHARACTER: KOHLI SPORTS

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I'm really proud of the IRPUR (BANGLA- way the boys DESH): His team is fought it out. on the verge of being I'm really knocked out of the Asia Cup proud of the after back-to-back losses but way the team India's stand-in skipper Virat showed characKohli said he is not at all ter in the field and with the shocked by the prospect as his bowling as well. 245 against a side is massively inexperi- team like Pakistan and on that enced even though it has wicket with the dew is not easy shown "character". to defend, but I think the guys India have lost consecutive showed a lot of character," matches to Sri Lanka and Kohli said after the one-wicket arch-rivals Pakistan in the five- loss to Pakistan here. team event and are all but out The defeat was crushing of contention for a spot in the for the fact that India could final. "I'm not shocked at all. have nailed it had it not

been for successive sixes struck by Shahid Afridi in the final over of the game. "If you see the kind of batsmen they had and our bowlers with the inexperience they had, still to put up that kind of fight. I mean you see (Amit) Mishra, he gave only 28 runs in 10 overs, took two wickets, bowled brilliantly against the likes of Misbah, Hafeez, Umar Akmal, Shahid Afridi. So I think it was a commendable effort and I'm really, really proud of the way the guys fought it out," Kohli said. "If you compare the expe-

Sensible Afridi won us the game: Misbah M

IRPUR (BANGLADESH): Smiling ear to ear after upstaging arch-rivals India in the Asia Cup, Pakistan skipper Misbah-ul-Haq lavished praise on Shahid Afridi for his "sensible" cameo, saying that the flamboyant allrounder single-handedly clinched a game which had gone out the team's grasp. "I am very happy about Shahid Afridi, who has taken a lot of criticism in the last two matches. I think he showed experience and won us a game that almost went out of our control," the skipper said after the nail-biting one-wicket win here. In pursuit of 246, Pakistan were on course with Mohammad Hafeez's sparkling 75 but after the partnership was broken, they looked shaky before Afridi worked his magic in the end. "In my opinion, this was a very important win. We were under pressure with four wickets down but Hafeez and Sohaib Maqsood put together a partnership," Misbah said. "After that, Afridi finished the game in the way he did.We

like that from him. Whenever he gives time in the middle and play sensibly, he can be very dangerous. He already did it quite few times, and this was one of his best innings," he added. "I think that time the game was in our hands in the second last over but after that it was quite difficult. Still, we knew that if Afridi can get strike back we will have a chance. He played very well. The last two sixes were tremendous." But before the match-winning sixes, Afridi seemed to have blundered by crossing over to get away from the strike when Mohammad Talha was dismissed off the last ball of the penultimate over. With Afridi at the other end, Pakistan needed 10 runs from five balls with one wicket in hand but last man Junaid Khan did the sensible thing of taking a single to give the all-rounder have been criticised for not the strike to finish it off. being able to chase well under "These things happen in a pressure. But today we have game. It could have been a big shown that we can do it. The miss. Thanks to Allah we ficonfidence of the team will be nally just managed to win the boosted. We expect innings game," said Misbah.

Sri Lanka cruise to final of Asia Cup

MIRPUR (BANGLADESH): Inform Sri Lanka sailed into the summit clash of the Asia Cup cricket tournament with a resounding 129-run victory over minnows Afghanistan. Opting to bat, the islanders rode on Kumar Sangakkara's patient 76 and skipper Angelo Mathews' breezy 41ball 45 to post a competitive 253/6 at the Sher-e-Bangla National Stadium. In reply, Afghanistan were bundled out for 124 in 38.4 overs, sealing Sri Lanka's place in the final of the fivenation continental tournament, and further diminishing India's chances.

India have lost two of their three matches and need to win with a bonus point against Afghanistan and hope that Bangladesh score an upset victory over Pakistan in their last respective round-robin matches. Afghanistan's runchase never really got the momentum as they lost wickets at regular intervals, slipping to 73 for five in the 21st over. Their batting was in stark contrast to the efforts put in by the Afghan bowlers, who kept the freeflowing Lankan batsmen in check for a major part of their innings before Mathews

let loose. Sangakkara, though, was the man who kept the Lankan innings afloat when the going got difficult. Afghan captain Mohammad Nabi contributed 37, while Noor Ali Zadran (21) and Asghar Stanikzai (27) got out after getting starts. Nabi hit three fours and a six during his 40-ball knock. The rest of the batting just caved in without putting up any sort of resistance, a far cry from their outing against hosts Bangladesh, who were humbled by the spirited strife-torn nation a couple of days ago.

rience of our team with their team, it's massive, it's huge. And in International cricket it really counts a lot. You can get away with it in Twenty20, but in the 50-over format you need to show a lot of character and that's exactly what the boys did," he added. Defending a modest 246, Indian bowlers, particularly Mishra (2/28 from 10 overs) and R Ashwin (3/44), took the match to the wire and Pakistan were left needing nine runs off the last four balls with one wicket in hand. But Afridi's big blows sealed the win which took Pakistan a step

closer to the final. Defending his decision to give Ashwin the last over, Kohli said: "I knew that if I put the seamers in before and Ashwin comes to bowl, they will go for it. Wickets are all we wanted. If Afridi and Umar Gul had just played singles they would have won easily. I took that risk of putting the seamers in and making them hit the ball. We almost pulled it off as well in the end. Those last two sixes were not quite off the middle of the bat. One side was a small boundary, but that's how it goes. We almost pulled it off."

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IRMINGHAM: Relieved after clinching a title following a year-long drought, Olympic bronze medallist Saina Nehwal will renew her dream of winning the All England crown when the USD 400,000 Super Series Premier tournament gets underway at the National Indoor Arena here today. The only Indian to be seeded in the prestigious event, Saina will look to do one better after her semifinal finish at last year's Championships, in which her campaign was cut shot by Thailand's Ratchanok Intanon. After enduring a tough season, when she battled injuries and lack of form and could not win a single title, the World no. 7 Indian got her mojo back by winning the Syed Modi International GPG title in Lucknow in January. Saina, seeded seventh, has lost weight while preparing for the tournament and is confident of a good show as she opens her campaign against Kirsty Gilmour of Scotland. It is going to be a tough road ahead for Saina as she is likely to face German Juliane Schenk and fourth seed Shixian Wang in the next two rounds, provided she clears the opening hurdle. Saina's younger colleague, P V Sindhu, too, is in the fray and will begin with a clash against Yu Sun of China. The World Championship bronze medallist also has a very difficult task of taming second seed Chinese Yihan Wang in the next round. In the men's singles, Parupalli Kashyap and Kidambi Srikanth got direct entry into the main draw, but the duo will face an uphill task as they open their campaign against Japanese fifth seeded Kenechi Tago and Kento Momota, respectively. There are no other Indians currently in the

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main draws of the other three categories. Saina told PTI: "I am well prepared. I got a month to train for All England and we had a good session. I feel I am back to my best and confident of doing well." "The draw is tough but initially I should do well and hopefully at least reach the quarterfinals. I have reached the semifinals two times and god willing I can better the performance," Saina said. "I got a good impetus from Lucknow and I worked a lot on

my fitness and right now I am in perfect shape. I had a good momentum during the practice matches as well." Indians vying for the main draw by participating in the qualifiers, include Anand Pawar, Saili Rane, Sanjeeth S and Jagadish Yadav (men's doubles), Jwala Gutta and Ashwini Ponnappa (women's doubles), Tarun Kona and Ashwini Ponnappa (mixed doubles), Abhishek Ahlawat and Kristi Das (mixed doubles).

ULHEIM AN DER RUHR (GERMANY): Veteran Indian shuttler Arvind Bhat ended a seven-year title drought as he clinched the German Open Grand Prix Gold with a gruelling three-game upset triumph over 12th seed Dane HansKristian Vittinghus in the men's singles final here. Ranked 87th in the world, the 34-year-old Bhat 24-22 1921 21-11 in a one-hour contest to become the first Indian to come out trumps in this tournament. The former national champion dug from his huge reservoir of experience to outlast the Dane, who he was facing for the first time in his long career. The first game itself turned out to be a battle of attrition as the two shuttlers matched each other point for point. But it was the Indian who turned out to be the more enterprising of the two by converting the only game point he earned after his rival had frittered away four. There was nothing spectacularly distinct in any of the players' game and both seemed wary of approaching the net. The second game followed a similar pattern but it was Vittinghus, who came out trumps this time by converting one of the two game points he earned. But the Dane lost steam in the decisive third game as the Indian reeled off 11 consecutive points to seal the issue and record a memorable triumph.

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IN BRIEF Maharashtra beat Mumbai by 75 runs in Vijay Hazare trophy

RAJKOT: Nikhil Naik and Srikant Mundhe struck half centuries as Maharashtra beat Mumbai by 75 runs in a West Zone Vijay Hazare trophy match. Opting to bat, Maharashtra made 271 for seven and then restricted Mumbai on 196 for nine at the Madhavrao Scindia Cricket ground. Maharashtra, who were reduced to 136 for six, managed to post a competitive total because of half centuries made by Naik and Mundhe. Naik, (19), playing in his third list 'A' match, made 78 runs off 98 balls with six fours and two sixes, while Mundhe made a career-best unbeaten 72, that came off 62 balls with six fours and three sixes. The duo added 109 runs for the seventh wicket in 19 overs. For Mumbai, Saurabh Netrawalkar took two wickets conceding 70 runs, while Abhishek Nayar had 2 for 23. Chasing 272, Mumbai never recovered from the early damage done by Samad Fallah, who dismissed Shoeb Sheikh (22), Sushant Marathe (2) and Iqbal Abdulla (0). With this loss, Mumbai have failed to qualify for the knockout stage losing three matches in the tournament. Brief scores: Maharashtra:- 271 for 7 off 50 overs (Nikhil Naik 78, Srikant Mundhe 72, Saurabh Netrawalkar 2-70) bt Mumbai :- 196 for 9 off 50 overs (Dhaval Kulkarni not out 39, Siddhart Chitnis 38, Samad Fallah 3-27) 75 runs.

Double for Vibgyor High, Don Bosco MUMBAI: DON BOSCO (Matunga) outplayed Vibgyor High (West) 12-7 after leading 6-2 at the breather to win the boys under-14 final in the Savio Hoop Cup Schools basketball tournament held at the Savio Sports Club at St. Dominic Savio High School courts, Andheri. While Vibgyor High girls dominated the under-14 finals against defending champions Divine Child for an upset 12-11 win. To add more joy to Vibgyor’s cup, the Vibgyor girls downed Divine Child 18-14 to take home the under-11 junior title as well. While the similar honour in the boys under11 went to Don Bosco (Matunga), who overpower Vibgyor High 9-3 in the final. Lanky Vaishanavi Rao (IES Sule Guruji) and Naresh Bohra of St. Joseph’s, Wadala were adjudged the best players in their respective under-14 division II section, while Parnika Shriyan (Vibgyor-West) and Aryan Cheke (Don Bosco, Matunga) won the similar honours.

Tata Steel honours archer Deepika Kumari

Kishan Gangolli and Darpan Inani leading M

UMBAI: Defending Champion Kishan Gangolli (KAR) and Darpan Inani (GUJ) lead jointly with nine points each after the completion of the 12th round in the National A Chess Championship for the blind, which concluded today at Vasai. The young talent Soundarya Kumar Pradhan (ORI) with eight points and former gold medal winner Krishna Udupa (KAR) with seven points follow the leaders. In the penultimate round Soundarya Kumar Pradhan (ORI) with white pieces played the English opening against Madan Bagayatkar (MAH) on the first board. Soundarya squandered away winning chances in the middle game and in a roughly even Bishop and pawn end game the experienced Madan prevailed over the youngest player of the

Vilesh Bhatt during his match against Darpan Inani.

championship. Vilesh B. Bhatt (MAH) with white pieces played king’s pawn opening against Darpan Inani (GUJ). Darpan opted the Sicilian defense and Vilesh went all out for a king side attack. But he de-

and signed the peace treaty after 27 moves. Ashvin Makwana (GUJ), who needed to win to be in the race for the top four slots to Greece, with white pieces played king’s pawn opening against Yudhajeet De (WB). Yudhajeet chose to play the Sicilian defense and did not allow Ashvin any breakthrough. After a prolonged end game Ashvin had to accept the inevitable draw. Krishna Udupa (KAR) having white pieces played Queen’s pawn opening against Shidad M (KER). The game entered an even middle game position when Shidad overlooked a move and allayed advancing a pawn and lowed Udupa a comfortable win. Darpan forced him to resign on Wagmare Sachin Lahu (MAH) move 24. lost against Prachurya Kumar Sirish Patil (MAH) with white Pradhan (ORI) as the former pieces played king’s pawn open- missed winning chances in the ing against his state mate Swap- middle game with Prachurya nil Shah. Both played cautiously won in the end game easily.

JAMSHEDPUR: Ace women archer Deepika Kumari has been adjudged the 'Best sportsperson of the year' by Tata Steel on occasion of the 175th birth anniversary of company founder J N Tata. The country's top ranked archer was selected on the basis of her outstanding performance at the international arena. The 19-year-old Deepika, also a Tata Steel employee, had won silver in four stages of last edition of the World Cup and also won gold in the Asian Championship at Chinese Taipei in November last. Tata Steel Managing Director T V Narendran handed over the trophy to Tata Archery Academy coach Purnima Mahato in the absence of Deepika, who was attending a camp in Pune.

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IN BRIEF Sunderland's Wes Brown vies for the ball with Manchester City's Aleksander Kolarov, during their English League Cup final match at Wembley Stadium, London.

CITY SINK SUNDERLAND IN LEAGUE CUP FINAL

ONDON: Two moments of magic inside two secondhalf minutes helped Manchester City avoid a second successive Wembley meltdown on Sunday as they landed the season's first silverware with a 31 victory over Sunderland in the English League Cup final. Memories of last season's FA Cup final defeat by relegationbound Wigan Athletic were resurfacing as Manuel Pellegrini's side trailed to Fabio Borini's clinical 10th-minute strike. This time, however, City's slickers showed their pedigree with Yaya Toure's spectacular curling shot and Samir Nasri's piledriver turning the final on its head. Relegation-threatened Sunderland continued to dream of a first piece of silverware since their

Delhi women, Services men enter semis

NEW DELHI: In a thrilling quarter-finals encounter Delhi women defeated Punjab 111-58 to make a place in the semifinals of the 64th National Basketball Championship being held at the Indoor Stadium, Thyagaraj Sports Complex here. Punjab women were leading 1915 at the end of first quarter but the confident Delhi team picked up their game and were leading 43-28 in half time. Delhi managed to score 30 and 38 in the 3rd and 4th quarter. Prashanti Singh scored 29 points (four 3-pointers), Raspreet Sidhu 23, Pratima Singh 16 and Madhu Kumari added 12 to power Delhi to a century. Nagma Mirza scored 23, Nirmal Kumar 13 and Kiranjit Kaur finished with 11 for Punjab.

epic 1973 FA Cup final defeat of Leeds United with an impressive response before Jesus Navas finished them off in the 90th minute. It was City's first League Cup title since 1976 and keeps alive their hopes of an unprecedented domestic treble in Pellegrini's first season - but it was never straightforward. "Maybe what happened last year at Wembley was in their minds in the first half," Chilean Pellegrini, who picked up his first major trophy as a European coach after a lengthy but fruitless spell in Spain, told reporters. "But the important thing was to calm the players and let them trust in what they can do." With City in the last eight of the FA Cup and six points off the top of the Premier league with two

games in hand, Pellegrini said capturing the League Cup could prove pivotal. "This gives us a lot of confidence to go forward," he said. "If you have a chance to win a title and don't, it affects you. We are the only club to have the chance to win all the trophies and for a big club, one trophy is never enough." Sunderland manager Gus Poyet shrugged off the defeat, saying there was little his team could have done. "I'm sad, I hate it, but I'm proud of them," the Uruguayan said. "We were more than decent for 45 minutes - then bang, bang. From the football side we couldn't do better but in the end the quality decided the game." Sunderland spent the opening minutes deep inside their own

half as City zipped the ball around on the lush Wembley turf but, after knocking out Chelsea and Manchester United to reach the showpiece, they soon showed some attacking intent. City were jittery at the back and, after Sunderland had a goal rightly flagged offside, they fell behind after an uncharacteristic mistake by skipper Vincent Kompany. He was caught in two minds as Borini closed him down and instead of booting the ball clear he was dispossessed and Borini raced into the box to thump a shot with the outside of his right boot past Costel Pantilimon. Ki Sung-yueng, part of the Swansea City side that lifted the trophy last season, let fly from 30 metres, forcing Pantilimon to tip his dipping strike over the crossbar.

Pistorius pleads not guilty to murder

RETORIA: Paralympian star Oscar Pistorius pleaded not guilty to the Valentine's Day murder of his girlfriend, as he faced a possible life sentence in the full glare of a trial broadcast around the world. After a state prosecutor charged that Pistorius "unlawfully and intentionally did kill" girlfriend Reeva Steenkamp, the sprinter entered a plea of "not guilty, my lady". Pistorius, 27, also pleaded not guilty to three unrelated gun charges. Entering the North Gauteng High Court on the opening day of the three-week trial today, Pistorius looked nervous, dressed in a black suit and tie. Standing in the dock before a packed courtroom, Pistorius looked on as his lawyer Kenny Oldwage outlined the defence's case. In the statement Pistorius admitted killing Steenkamp, but

Oscar Pistorius during his appearance in court.

denied murderous intent. "We were in a loving relationship," Oldwage said on Pistorius's behalf. Inside the wood-clad court room,

the victim's mother June, clad in black, looked on, coming face-toface with Pistorius for the first time. "I want to look at Oscar, really look him in the eyes, and see for myself the truth about what he did to Reeva," she told a British newspaper ahead of the trial. Further down on the woodpanelled bench sat Pistorius's brother Carl, sister Aimee and a handful other relatives. The families did not interact. The prosecution argues that the double amputee knowingly killed Steenkamp, while the defence will say he believed she was shooting an intruder. Judge Thokozile Masipa is presiding in the case that has already been likened to the OJ Simpson murder trial in the US. The state will seek to prove that Pistorius killed Steenkamp in a rage after the couple quarrelled in the early hours of February 14, 2013.

Govt gives NSF status to Hockey India

NEW DELHI: Hockey India's (HI) bid to be the sole body of governance for the national sport in the country, has got a shot in the arm after the Government of India recently accorded it the status of a National Sports Federation (NSF). HI, which was derecognised by the Union Sports Ministry in 2012 for not adhering to government guidelines, internal disputes and mismanagement, have finally been recognised as the sole body for the promotion of hockey in the country by the government. In a letter addressed to HI secretary general Narinder Batra, dated February 28, Under Secretary to the Government of India, A K Patro said that HI will be the sole body responsible for running the game of hockey in the country.

'Sick' Sehwag pulls out against HP

NEW DELHI: Out of favour Indian opener Virender Sehwag pulled out of Delhi's Vijay Hazare Trophy (North Zone leg) match against Himachal Pradesh here amid speculation that the decision was prompted by poor form. While the official reason given was "sickness", it is widely believed in Delhi's cricket fraternity that Sehwag has finally taken a break due to poor form. "Sehwag has cough and cold problems and that's why he has decided to opt out of this game. He also reported of feverish feeling," Chetan Chauhan, chairman of the selection committee told PTI. However, Sehwag conveyed his decision to the team's chief coach Sanjeev Sharma at 7:15 am in the morning while the players were instructed to report to the ground at 7:30 am. "Viru texted me in the morning and told me that he is sick," Sharma said when asked about Sehwag's absence. However Sharma's next statement was even more interesting. "Had he played this match, he would have opened the innings," Sharma said.

Rashid tops Asia Tour Order of Merit

SINGAPORE: Rising Indian golfer Rashid Khan rode on his title triumph in the season-opening SAIL-SBI Open to clinch the top spot in the latest Asian Tour Order of Merit. Rashid's earnings stand at USD 54,000, way ahead of second-placed Siddikur Rahman of Bangladesh (USD 33,000). Faced with yet another play-off at the same event again, the talented Indian came good to lift the trophy this year. "I don't like play-offs. I played some seven play-offs in the last 14 months and I won only three. I lost my last play-off at the Bilt. It's a lottery," said Khan, who pipped Rahman to his maiden Asian Tour win with a birdie on the first extra hole. The golfing Gods finally smiled on Khan as he erased the heartbreak of a play-off defeat at the same event a year ago, bringing back the cheers for the 23-year-old.

Jehan to compete in senior karting championships this year

NEW DELHI: Sahara Force India Academy racer, Jehan Daruvala will compete in various senior European Karting Championships, including German National Championship this season. Jehan had a successful 2013 season as he won the British KFJ Championship and the 15-year-old from Mumbai this year will compete against older and more experienced drivers across Europe.

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Q5 B Translate any one group of verses in English sa: rajapu~aNaaM $icaMinarOxat. toBya: pSaupaixaNaaMivaivaQaa: kqaa: from Appendix 4 in textbook) Akqayat\. ‘manaaorHjanaad\ ]dbaaoQanama\’ ett\ tn~Mp`BaavapUNa-M jaatma\. (Verses Some important verses with translation: kqaanaaMmaaQyamaonad%tM&anaMrajap~O: ivanaasaayaasaO: Aa%masaat\ Ìtma\ Alpon- 1 maUlaMBauja=gaO: iSaKrMPlavaDgaO aevakalaona to rajapu~a: rajanaIitpar=gta: ABavana\. SaaKaaivah=g: kusaumaainaBaR=g 3 icaraodsyanaRp: vaIrvar: maharaNaap`tap: baalyaavp`BaRitinaiBa-k: ]darE- naas%yaovatoccandnapadpsya caAasIt\. rajainaBaUtosaitsapìt&ama\ Akraot\‚ “tavadhMyannaaiEatMsa%vaBarO: samantat\ . [nd`vajaà sauKainanasaoivaYyaoyaavad\ mama doSa: svatn~: naBavait. proYaama\ Snakes have taken shelter in the roots of sandalwood tree, monkeys on the peak (top) of the tree, birds on the eoEvayao-NA sauKsaaQanaO: sanakdaipsaMmaaoiht:.rsyamana: branches of the tree and black bees on the flowers of the ina%yaMsvaatn~yapàiPt: ivacaaR: vyaapRtmaasaIt\. yauwBaUmaOmaR%yausamayao|ipsatree. There is nothing of the sandalwood tree, where doSasyasvaaQaInatama\ icantyaitsma. manasaasmrama: tMmahantMdoSaBa@tma\. plenty of animals have not taken the shelter on it. 4 saunaItaAnaItacamaaQavadasasyaWoknyao. saunaItayaa: pit: maalaakar: hInasaovaanakt-vyaakt-vya: mahdaEaya:. tqaaAnaItayaa: pit kumBakar:. ekdasaunaItaiptrma\ Avadt\ ramamaasaaya la yam laoBaorajyaMivaBaIYaNa:.. “tat‚p`BaUtMpja-nya: vaYa-tu [it mao [cCa. yaonaAsmaakMvanasptya: pyaa- Do not serve wicked man. Take shelter of a great man. Bibhishan got the kingdom when he went to Rama. PtMjalaMpàPysaint. tcCu%vaasamaIpo ]pivaYTaAnaItasa%varma\ Avadt\ ]d\ Q atoYvaipSas~aoYAudUtaovaditnaanyaqaa. “nan a . tat. AhMtucaNDatpMkamayao. yaonaAsmaakMmaRdQaTa: saurixto v aO y aqaao@tva@taaraonavaQyaa: pRiqavaIBaujaa. ata: syau:. ]Bayaao: kamanama\ AakNya- maaQavadasa: manaisaAvadt\‚ The messengers do not say (anything) else even if you “ikmahMvadamya~Æ” rose the weapons on them. They say only that they are Translate the dialogues. Unseen dialogues given in textbook. (Appendix-5) are very important. Some impor-

taught. Hence, a king should not kill a messenger. Important grammar notes:

2 All the words in locative from the subordinate sentence are declined in nominative. 3 If both actions are simultaneous, a present participle is used to express the subordinate action. If the two actions belong to two different times, the subordinate action is expressed by a past participle. Examples

1 AqaisaMho: gat: kiEcad\ vyaaQa`: samaayaat:. ]<ar: yadaisaMh gat: tdakiEcad\ vyaaGa`: sanaayaat:. 2 GAYTanaadojayamaanaoGaa~a: vaga-kxaaMp`ivSaint. ]<ar: yadaGANTanad: jayatoÊtdaGaa~a:vaga-kxaaMp`ivaSaint. 3 saUyao- ]dyamaanaopd\maainaivaksaint. ],<ar: yadasaUya-: ]dyatoÊtdapd\maainaivaksaint.

Q Use numerical adjective and rewrite the sentence. 1 In Sanskrit, the numbers 1 to 19 are always used as adjectives. 2 The word ‘ek’ is always used in singular. 3 ‘iW’ is always used in dual. 4 Forms of ‘i~’ and ‘catur’ are different in different genders. 5 Form ‘pHcana\’ to‘dSana\’ all numerical adjectives have the same forms in all genders.

Some important examples: Q Use proper form of numerical. 1 mayaasakRt\AipivadoSayaa~anaÌta. (Once) 2 saMva%saroWoAyanaost:.(2) 3 ivbalvadlao~IiNap~aiNa saint. (3) 4 catS~:p`mauKa: iSa: saint.(4) 5 tSyasvaagataqa-M pHcap@vaannaainaÌtaina.(5) 6 mahanasaoYaT\rsa: saint:.(6) 7 sa=\gaItosaPtsvara: Bavaint.(7)

8 dova@yaa: AYTmama\ Ap%yaMnaamaBagavaana\ EaIÌYNa:.(8th) 9 saaih%yaonavarsaa: saint.(9) 10 Bagavad\gaItayaa: AYTadSaAQyaayaa: saint. (18) Q Using the agent in bracket make the sentence causative. 1 In causal construction the original agent of intransitive verbs and transitive verbs having the sense at eating, drinking, going, coming, knowing, memorizing, learning, listening is used in the accusative as object. 2 In some causal constructions, the original agent is used in instrumental. Examples Q Using the examples in brackets, make the sentence causative.

1 rajaakavyaMSaRNAaoit. ³kiva:´ \kiva: rajaanaMkavyaMEaavayait. 2 dSaanana: svaga-M gaiCait. ³EaIramacand`:´ EaIramcand`: dSaananaMsvaga-M baaoQayait. 3 Ca~: Aqa-M baaoQait.³gau$:´ gau$:Gaa~ma\ Aqa-M baaoQayait. 4 manauSya: nandit. ³sauvaata-´ sauvaata-manauYyaMnandyait. 5 padp: vaQa-to. ³mauina:´ mauina: padpMvaQa-yait.

Q Change the voice: Some important text questions with answers:

1 tonaQainakonasaovak: p`oiYat:. sa: Qainak: saovak: p`oiYatvaana\ 2 ramamaindroAnaonaCa~pitiSavarayasyaica~Miva,laoiKatma\. ramamaindroAyaMCa~pitiSavarayasyaica~MivalaoiKatvaana\. 3 tO: &atma\ Aai%ma@yaa: sampd: maUlyama\. toAai%ma@yaa: sampd: maUlyaM&atvant:. 4Bagavata tsmaOnaUtnacaIvaraiNad%taina. Bagavana\ tsmaOnaUtnacaIvaraiNad%tavaana\. 5 svaaimanaapadp`harsyaAiBanaya: Ìt:. svaaimapadp`harsyaAiBanayaMÌtvaana\.