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MNS chief Raj Thackeray managed to draw enough attention to earn him an audience with the CM today, though all the other political parties are doing their best to downplay yesterday's anti-toll agitation

Toll till 2037

By Suyash Padate & Prashant Hamine

By Prashant Hamine

oll collection on most of the 93 toll check posts across the state is to end anywhere between December 2013 to April 2037, and in two cases is to continue in perpetuity, according to data gleaned from the Maharashtra State Road Development Corporation (MSRDC). There are a total of 98 toll plazas in the state under the control of MSRDC, State Highways and National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) and the Public Works Department (PWD). In a statement issued yesterday, the PWD has clarified that the state government had in June 1989 taken the decision to undertake road infrastructure

aharashtra Chief Minister Prithviraj Chavan, while coming down heavily on the Maharashtra Navnirman Sena and its chief, Raj Thackeray, is set to meet him at the Sahyadri guest house today morning. The CM said that they should have engaged in discussions with the government instead of destroying public property.Speaking to reporters after the MNS' raasta roko agitation yesterday, Chavan said, “This is nothing but a political gimmick ahead of the

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MUMBHAI

Small joke, big offence

Vikas Sabnis

BVS forces principal to give written apology for publishing a 7-year-old's joke in school mag By Yatin Ingle

Sorry sir, we couldn’t actively participate in the ‘Raasta Roko’ agitation since there is no road in our village!

rotests have always been over serious issues, but the Bharatiya Vidhyarthi Sena (BVS) went a step ahead and protested over a joke. A seven-year-old student had written a small joke on a sardar in the school magazine. After the magazine was published, the members of BVS resorted to a strong protest against the school management and principal for publishing the joke. The principal was also told to give a written apology for publishing the joke. The incident took place on Tuesday at the Little Angels School in Sion. The BVS stated that there has been an attempt to ridicule the Punjabi community and hence the little kid and the principal should be punished. Last month, the principal of Hinduja College was asked to give an apology in writing as members of the Yuva Sena, the youth wing of Shiv Sena claimed that the principal had been rude and did not respect the name of their youth wing president, Aditya Thackeray.

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Biometric system for BMC school students

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Would you follow the IPL this season? Punit Bhavsar Working Professional YES. I have always liked IPL. It is quick paced and fun to watch. Mohit Alva Working Professional YES. With so many controversies coming up, the game has got my attention now.

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track the child and his attendance”, said Manoj Kotak, Education ComMC schools in the city will mittee Chairman. have the biometric attenHe added, “The work to install dance system beginning this the system in civic schools will June (academic year 2014-15). begin in a few days. Our aim is to “The municipal corporation has maintain statistical information spent Rs.5 crore on this project and analysis of the students and through which we will be able to teachers”.

Varsha Ganesh Student NO. I am not a big fan of cricket any way. And with players being named in match fixing scams, the interest is further going down. Amey Jaju Working professional YES. IPL matches are fun to watch. With every passing season its sheen is going down a bit, but still I will try and watch atleast some important and interesting matches.

he much awaited list of BMC guidelines for the use of antibiotics was finally out on Wednesday. These guidelines – titled ‘Guidelines for Antimicrobial Therapy and Prophylaxis’ – have been created to streamline the use of antibiotics in BMC-run hospitals, and is an attempt to control the issue of drug resistance among patients. “These are guidelines for antimicrobial therapy and prophylaxis and to break the cycle of drug resistance. This is called antibiotic stewardship, where doctors will be told how to use antibiotics safely without putting the patient at a risk

of developing a resistance to drugs,” said Dr. Suhasini Nagda, Director of all major BMC-run hospitals. This set of guidelines, that have been printed in the form of a book, have been sent out to the BMC-run hospitals, and doctors have to give their feedback within 15 days so that necessary changes can be made to the guidelines. “The guidelines will be reviewed periodically. The first feedback is expected within 15 vdays, after which there will be periodic reviews. Again after a year, necessary additions, deletions or changes will be made. The guidelines will evolve as and when required. Our aim is to

Smart shoe By A Staff Reporter

which will emit mild vibrations to inform the user of the direction he ucere Technologies, founded or she needs to take. A proximity by Krispian Lawrence and sensor in the front of the shoe alerts Anirudh Sharma, recently an- the user about obstacles from a disnounced the launch of the world’s tance of 10 feet. This footwear not only helps you first interactive haptic footwear under their wearable technology navigate, but also helps in keeping brand LECHAL, which means ‘take a check on the number of calories

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required in maintaining registers. The civic body also plans to start an SMS service wherein a message will be sent to the parents if their ward does not attend school on a particular day, but this provision would take some time to start, added Kotak. khushboo.panjabi@afternoondc.in

BMC releases guidelines for use of antibiotics By Shwetha Kannan

Rashmi Iyer Student YES. I have never been an ardent follower of the IPL but yes I will watch when the team of my favourite player is playing.

This system is supposed to introduce transparency in the attendance marking and will provide incentive to teachers, supervisors and watchmen to be regular in their duties. The attendance will be marked on the basis of the fingerprints and will be cross-checked thus reducing a lot of labour work

me there’ in Hindi. After syncing the shoes with a smartphone, one needs to enter a destination on Google Maps which will be communicated to the shoes via bluetooth linked to a circuit board located in the sole of the shoe. Following the directions given by Google, along with support from its own GPS unit, the phone will activate the vibrators in the shoes,

you have burnt. In addition, it helps you tag locations, set destinations and start, stop or pause navigation using simple foot gestures. The insole, which can be fitted into all shoes, is priced at $100, while the insole along with the shoe would cost around Rs. 5,000. The product will be launched in March, but online bookings have already begun.

enable doctors to make the right choice of antibiotic for an illness, give the right dose through the right route for the right duration,” said Dr. Nagda. Currently, fifty copies of the guidelines have been printed, but by end of March this year, 3,000 copies will be printed, and every resident doctor will have a copy, informed Dr. Nagda. Dr. Avinash Supe, Dean, Lokmanya Tilak Municipal General Hospital – commonly known as Sion Hospital – said, “This is a good start to tackle the problem of drug resistance. While every doctor can always use his or her discretion while handling a different or a

complex case, these guidelines will act as a basic broad framework to be looked at while prescribing antibiotics.” A pharmaco-vigilance committee will also be set up at every hospital, whose responsibility will be to monitor the implementation of the guidelines. “The committee, which will comprise people from departments like pharmacology and microbiology, will check the implementation of the guidelines, and also look into the appropriateness of the use of discretion from the doctors’ end while prescribing antibiotics,” said Dr. Nagda. shwetha.kannan@afternoondc.in

Activists want govt to repeal UAPA By Philip Varghese

n an attempt to put pressure on the government to repeal the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act, a group of activists under the banner of ‘Peoples Movement Against UAPA’, has written to the government, highlighting the alleged draconian nature of the act. The organisation – which held a press conference at the Press Club on Wednesday – said that the amendments made to the UAPA Act have lent a serious blow to the basic tenets of fundamental rights guaranteed under the constitution. “Thousands of youth hailing from the Muslim, Sikh, Dalit and Adivasi communities are languishing in different jails in India under charges of UAPA. Repressive laws like TADA and POTA were withdrawn when people protested against the severe and drastic misuse of the law, and the consequent demands of human rights activists and right thinking people in the society were met. The government was forced, during the general election, to make election promises to withdraw the TADA and POTA. TADA was allowed to become defunct. POTA was withdrawn,” said Kamal Faruqui, convener, Peoples Movement Against UAPA. Professor P. Koya, a member of the organisation said, “The object of the amendments to UAPA is supposed to be to combat terrorism. But in practice, it targets people in-

volved in raising legitimate protest and democratic resistance. When law enforcement agencies started the implementation of UAPA, it reflected their nepotism, racism and religious bias. The provisions incorporated vide different amendments to UAPA are more repressive and draconian than the TADA and POTA. Most of the provisions contained in UAPA are against the life and liberty of citizens guaranteed under Article 21 of the Indian Constitution. If a person is booked under UAPA, his release on bail is a remote possibility. Section 43(D)(5) of the Act is exceptionally severe and says that by the mere perusal of the case diary or report of the police, a judge can keep an accused in prison. Thus, the subjective feeling of the judge on the basis of the police report is enough to reject bail and put the person in jail for ever. One cannot believe that the police will file a favorable report in the case of an arrested person.” Faruqui further added, “The public has no access in the trial of UAPA case. The details of witnesses need not be disclosed to anybody. There can be secret witnesses. The trial can be conducted on the whims and fancies of the judge. The name of the witnesses need not be mentioned in the judgment, and so that the entire proceeding can be carried out in a clandestine manner, no evidence needs to be shown to the accused for reason of national security.

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Nowhere near as high profile as their cousin in Matoshri, two people at the press conference held by their father, MNS leader Raj Thackeray at his residence Krishna Kunj in Shivaji Park on Tuesday were the cynosure of all eyes as they stood unobtrusively to one side, watching the proceedings. Or at least, as unobtrusive as one is allowed to be if one carries a famous surname. It helps of course, that both the youngsters are also very easy on the eye with a refreshing unawareness of the sort of effect they have on people. And as some people watched, an amusing tablueau unfolded, just reminding us that these are typical collegians with typical collegian interests, mainly centerd around mobile phones. And there you have it. (1) There's a bit of curiosity as Urvashi sees something going on in brother Amit's cell phone. (2) Let's have a look, she seems to say as she sidles a little closer. (3) Oh, that's funny, she seems to say as she takes the instrument over and settles her glares a little more firmly on her head. (4) Give it back, he seems to say now, except that she's determined she will return it when she's good and ready! Just two normal kids studying at Ruparel and Ruia, still with a bit of time to decide whether the cut and thrust and sheer scrum of politicking is for them. Or not!

– Around the World – was inspired by the designing team’s dream to make TekNack an annual global Professor Imran Ali says. “TekNack phenomenon. Accordingly, every is a platform for students to event is designed around a become smart professionals, different country, and participants encourages the spirit of will be led on a journey around the competitiveness and accelerates world, as they move across events learning through extra- curricular like the Virtual Stock Market (VSM), activities. It helps students foster Online Treasure Hunt, Acoustica problem solving and algorithmic and Logo Design. Another event, thinking abilities.” Text Adventure, involves a terror The other side is pretty much scenario where a plane has been fun, and this seems to be wellhijacked and the participant has to known, judging by the way the write his way out of his otherwise festival has grown since inception grim fate, and save all the other in 2007. “Slated to rise above the passengers on the ill-fated plane. concept of a technical event, to a This year, registrations have fun event that can be enjoyed by an come in from the USA, Canada and audience from all age groups, and Australia. There are still a few days anywhere in the world”, is how it is left for numbers to swell, and in the being described. World Wide Web, a day can stretch The theme for TekNack this year to eternity, or be compressed into a

Around the world without moving This Saturday and Sunday, the Don Bosco Institute of Technology (DBIT) kicks of its annual online tech festival appropriately titled TekNack, with the theme ‘Around the World in 48 hours’, and an invitation to everyone to participate. And that’s everyone, from ages 8 to 80 and grasp of the internet in between. All you need to do is buy a Registration card, containing a Unique Identification Code, which you use to register online at www.teknack.in or do it all online under the Contact Us section of the website. Here is, of course, a serious side to the whole thing, as the head of the Computer Science department,

Air conditioned local? Really

entrepreneur (is there any other kind?) Vivek Ranadive brings the Sacramento Kings to this land of the IPL via broadcast, live showcasing the team’s opening home game of 2013-14. Plus there will be exhibition games when the team travels here. Apparently, Ranadive is a majority shareholder in the Sacramento Kings and to emphasise his background perhaps, the Kings have created a Hindi language website, www.kings.com/hindi Last summer, the Kings’ dancers traveled to India and picked up We came across this little piece in Bollywood moves which they the January issue of the ‘Span’ showed at one of last year’s games. Seems only fair – we give them magazine and thought it interesting Bollywood, they give us basketball. enough to use. Cricket mad India Now if only the Sacramento Kings might yet get a taste of American don’t turn out like the Blackburn professional basketball when Rovers. Mumbai-born technology

minute. It’s all about code, after all, and 55 dedicated coders are working day and night to take TekNack to a whole new level in 2014. A dedicated server that can handle 500,000 queries a minute has been pressed into service. And since it is a missionary organisation, can social awareness ever be far behind any initiative involving people? This year, the primary issue being targeted is Cyber Safety.

Striking back!

We are trying to figure it, doing our best to imagine it. Mumbai is going to have an air-conditioned local train this year. So how exactly does that work? Will it be nine coaches, 12 coaches or 15 coaches? Will people stop getting in once the compartments are filled? Will we be able to travel on the footboard? Will we be able to lean out of the running train and jeer at the one on the neighbouring tracks, or make cat calls and obscene gestures at the women’s compartments? Will we be able to climb on the roof and do stunts? Will the airconditioning work in peak summer conditions? Will we be able to bear the stink of the blood, sweat and tears that characterises too many local train commutes these days? If the answer to these questions is largely yes, there is a chance it will work. Currently, with trains of capacity 1,700 passengers carrying upwards of 5,000 people at crush load capacity, we think not. So it’s a nice dream, and if the air-conditioned local is introduced at any point this year, we will stand on the platform and admire it as it goes past. Go ahead, air-condition this as a gift to Mumbaikars who travel in near sub-human conditions to get to and from work every day. To be fair, the Railways are struggling with the We’re willing to bet it will not numbers too, but don’t give us the promise of air-conditioned local trains in the Budget. The part of that promise that is not absurd is just plain bizarre. operate for too long!

04 THANKSGIVING

CLASSIFIEDS I have changed my name from Sahil Hemang Thakkar, to ‘Saahiil Hemang Thakkar’ as per Maharashtra Govt. Gazette No. (U-59039) Dated: 09/01/2014. C-34966 I have changed my name from Sham Gopaldas Ahuja, to ‘Shyam Gopaldas Ahuja’ as per Affidavit Dated: 12/02/2014. C-34967

I have changed my name from “Prajokta Vijay Kubal” to “Prajokt Vijay Kubal” as per Affidavit No. KK - 717502 dated: 10.02.2014 C-34981 I have changed my name from Geeta Rameshlal Jeswani to Sharda Rameshlal Jeswani as per Affidavit. C-34982

I have changed my name from Anju Sham Ahuja, to ‘Anju Shyam Ahuja’ as per Affidavit Dated: 12/02/2014. C-34968

I Prakashkumar Vaidya have changed my name to Prakash Niranjan Vaidya as per Deedpoll Affidavit dated: 11/02/14 C-34983

I have changed my name from Nuzhat Mohammad Shoib Khan, to ‘Meghna Kishore Mehta’ as per Affidavit Dated: 12/02/2014. C-34969

I Miss. Pritiben Jayantibhai Nai have changed my name to Mrs. Priti Prakash Vaidya as per Deedpoll Affidavit dated: 11/02/14 C-34984

I, Meghna Kishore Mehta have changed my Son’s name from Esmaeel Khan, to ‘Neel Mehta’ as per Affidavit Dated: 12/02/2014. C-34970

I Sureshchandra Premchand Sanghvi have changed my name to Sureshkumar Premchand Sanghvi as per Deedpoll Affidavit dated: 11/02/14 C-34985

I have changed my name from Imittyaz Salamatulla Sheikh, to ‘Imtiaz Ahmed Salamatulla Shaikh’ as per Affidavit Dated: 12/02/2014. C-34971 I have changed my name from Ishtiaque Dagdu Shaikh, to ‘Ishtaqe Dagdu Shaikh’ as per Affidavit Dated: 12/02/2014. C-34972 I have changed my name from Istaque Dagdu Shaikh, to ‘Ishtaqe Dagdu Shaikh’ as per Affidavit Dated: 12/02/2014. C-34973

Thank you Jesus Mother Mary Holy Spirit St. Jude St. Anthony for all the favours granted and your blessing on us. P.B.A. D.B.A. C-34959

I have changed my name from Sabiha Khan Manwar Khan Pathan, to ‘Sabiha Shaikh’ as per Affidavit Dated: 12/02/2014. C-34974

I Arvinder Singh Sohal have changed my name to Arvind Singh Sohal as per Deedpoll Affidavit dated: 11/02/14 C-34986 I Miss. Sheetalben Maheshbhai Shah have changed my name to Mrs. Sheetal Ravikumar Shah as per Deedpoll Affidavit dated: 07/02/14 C-34987 I Ms. Anuradha Bansal have changed my name to Ms. Megha Pradeep Bansal as per Deedpoll Affidavit dated: 12/02/14 C-34988 I Shahbad Alam have changed my name to Shahbaaz Sayyad as per Deedpoll Affidavit dated: 12/02/14 C-34989

I have changed my name from Sabjan Pamjan Khan, to ‘Sabjan Nazim Khan’ as per Affidavit Dated: 12/02/2014. C-34975

I Mehejabin have changed my name to Anjum Mujahid Sayed as per Deedpoll Affidavit dated: 12/02/14 C-34990

I, Nazim Siddique Khan have changed my Son’s name from Javad Nazim Khan, to ‘Jawwad Nazim Khan’ as per Affidavit Dated: 12/02/2014. C-34976

I Zaruddin Shaikh have changed my name to Zahiruddin Shaikh as per Deedpoll Affidavit dated: 12/02/14 C-34991

I have changed my name from Mohammed Samiullah Khan to Mohammad Samiullah Khan as per Affidavit dated 4thFebruary 2014 C-34977

I Mr. Mehta Manishkumar Rasiklal have changed my name to Mr. Mehta Manish Rasiklal as per Deedpoll Affidavit dated: 29/01/14 C-34992

I have changed my name from Mr. Rajendrasingh Charansingh Khalsi to Mr. Rajendrasingh Charansingh Kalsi as per Maharashtra Gazette (U-12188). C-34978

I Krishna Parimal Parish have changed my name to Krishna Parimal Parikh as per Maharashtra Government Gazette No X-62334 dated : 02/01/14 C-34993

I have changed my name from Sanjiv Anandrao Khot, to ‘Sanjeev Anandrao Khot’ as per Affidavit Dated: 12/02/2014. C-34964

I have changed my name from Khurshid Alam Jamiluddin Shaikh to Aalam Jamiluddin Shaikh as per Maharashtra Gazette No.(X-13217) C-34979

I Yasmeen have changed my name to Yasmeen Khan as per Deedpoll Affidavit dated: 12/02/14 C-34994

I have changed my name from Ranjana Pandurang Khade, to ‘Raziabi Mohammad Nasir Shaikh’ as per Affidavit Dated: 06/02/2014. C-34965

I have changed my name from Khan Firdos Mohamed Rizwan to Musani Firdos Mohamed Rizwan as per deed poll Affidavit. C-34980

CHANGE OF NAME

I have changed name from Nita Kishorchandra Dholakiya to Neeta Jayesh Shah as per Affidavit No. KH-580916. C-34960 I Veena Naraindas Khanchandani have changed my name to Rani Mahesh Menghani vide Affidavit dated 10.2.2014 C-34961 I have changed my name from Rohan Krishna Pai to Raj Beguwala (According Deedpoll Affidavit dated; 31/12/2013) C-34962 I have changed my name from Mohmad Irfan S/o Mohammad Gufar Ansari to Mohammed Irfan S/o Mohammed Gufran Ansari as per Affidavit No : KN 792916 C-34963

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I Mr. Sonam Ashokkumar Trivedi have changed my name to Mr. Sonam Ashok Trivedi as per Deedpoll Affidavit dated: 12/02/14 C-34995

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MUMBAI | THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 13, 2014 I Shahidabegam Shaikh have changed my name to Saeeda Begum Salmani as per Deedpoll Affidavit. C-34996

I Mubarak Abdul Shaikh have changed my name to Mubarak Abdul Sheikh as per Deedpoll Affidavit. C-35012

I Abdur Rehman have changed my name to Abdul Rahman Shaikh as per Deedpoll Affidavit. C-34997

I Lucky Bernard Pinto have changed my name to Lucy Bernard Pinto as per Deedpoll Affidavit dated: 11/02/14 C-35013

I Deepak Kumar Agarwal have changed my name to Deepak Agarwal as per Deedpoll Affidavit. C-34998 I Badaf Kadri @ Badarullah Quadri @ Syed Badarulla Kadri have changed my name to Sayed Badarullah Quadry as per Deedpoll Affidavit. C-34999 I Mussarrat Badaf Kadri @ Musarrat Badarullah Quadri have changed my name to Mosarrat Badarullah Quadry as per Deedpoll Affidavit. C-35000 I Priti Rajeshwar Fulzele have changed my name to Preeti Anand Gajbhe as per Deedpoll Affidavit. C-35001 I Chettiar Cicil Britto have changed my name to Britto Chettiar as per Deedpoll Affidavit. C-35002 I Chettiar Stephen have changed my name to Kannan Chettiar as per Deedpoll Affidavit. C-35003 I Nebulal have changed my name to Nebulal Kevat as per Deedpoll Affidavit. C-35004 I Khimjibhai Dungarshi Chheda have changed my name to Khimji Dungarshi Chheda as per Deedpoll Affidavit. C-35005

I Diana Bernard Pinto have changed my name to Sheryl Bernard Pinto as per Deedpoll Affidavit dated: 11/02/14 C-35014 I Debashri Ashok Patil have changed my name to Smruti Sachin Bhande as per Deedpoll Affidavit dated: 11/02/14 C-35015 I Bharat Sakaram Pedanekar have changed my name to Bharat Sakaram Pednekar as per Deedpoll Affidavit dated: 11/02/14 C-35016 I Iqbal Ahmed Mohammed have changed my name to Iqbal Mohammed Shaikh as per Deedpoll Affidavit Dated: 11/02/14 C-35017 I Rajmohmed @ Rajmohmed Sikinder @ Rajmohmmed Shaikh @ Rajmohmed Sheikh have changed my name to Rajmohammed Shaikh as per Deedpoll Affidavit. C-35018 I Reshma Rajmohmed Sheikh have changed my name to Reshma Rajmohammed Shaikh as per Deedpoll Affidavit. C-35019 We Mr. Rajmohammed Shaikh and Mrs. Reshma Rajmohammed Shaikh have changed our minor daughter’s name from Zehera Rajmohmed Sheikh to Zehera Rajmohammed Shaikh as per Deedpoll Affidavit. C-35020

I Rajkumar Jawaharlal Vishavkarma have changed my name to Rajkumar Vishwakarama as per Deedpoll Affidavit. C-35006

I Mohamad Sohel Rajmohmed Sheikh have changed my name to Sohail Rajmohammed Shaikh as per Deedpoll Affidavit. C-35021

I Yasmin Begum Shaikh Ismail Shaikh have changed my name to Yasmin Ismail Shaikh as per Deedpoll Affidavit. C-35007

I Tabassum Aslam Shaikh have changed my name to Afrin Imran Khan as per Deedpoll Affidavit. C-35022

I Shabir Babu Shaikh have changed my name to Shabbir Babu Shaikh as per Deedpoll Affidavit. C-35008

I Dilip Kumar have changed my name to Dilip Kumar Gaud as per Deedpoll Affidavit. C-35023

I Saira Mohammed Iqbal have changed my name to Saira Bano Asrar Qureshi as per Deedpoll Affidavit. C-35009

I Renu Kumari Dilip Kumar have changed my name to Anita Kumari Dilip Kumar Gaud as per Deedpoll Affidavit.

I have changed my name from Mahek Zabin Mohammed Yusuf Shaikh to Mahek Mohammed Yusuf Shaikh as per Affidavit C-35027 I have changed my name from Tirupalli Dsouza Joslin George to Tirupalli Dsouza Joslin George as per Affidavit C-35028 I have changed my name from Jyoti Tukaram Parab to hardika Hemant Koyande as per Affidavit C-35029 I have changed my name from Edward Valertan Saldanha to Edward Henry Saldanha as per Affidavit C-35030 I have changed my name from Fatmabi Husein to Fatima Godwin Dsilva as per Affidavit C-35031 I have changed my name from Krishna Radheshyam to Krishna Radheshyam Barai as per Affidavit C-35032 I have changed my name from Radheshyam Laxmi to Radheshyam Laxmi Barai as per Affidavit C-35033 I have changed my name from Sonadevi Radheshyam to Sonadevi Radheshyam Barai as per Affidavit C-35034 I have change my name from Lavina Anup to Lavina Anup Sabhnani as per Affidavit. C-34035 I have change my name from Anup Choithram to Anup Choithram Sabhnani as per Affidavit C-35036 I change my name from Vilda Garcia Dias to Vilda Garcia Silva as per Affidavit C-35037 I have changed my name from Talat Begum Alam Khan to Talat Begum Shahalam Khan as per Affidavit C-35038 I have changed my name from Alam Khan Zaaikr Khan to Shahalam Jakir Khan as per Affidavit C-35039 I have changed my name from Mamataz Rajesab Athanikar to Mumtaz Usman Shaikh as per Affidavit C-35040 I have changed my name from Mrs. Ayesha Sharma to Mrs. Kanwal Chopra. as per Affidavit C-35041

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I Ridhi Apurva Kamdar have changed my name to Riddhi Appurva Kamdar as per Deedpoll Affidavit. C-35010

I Ratnaprabha Bhikaji Bhalerao have changed my name to Varsha Prakash Phulpagar as per Deedpoll Affidavit dated: 10/02/14 C-35025

I Apurva Jitendra Kamdar have changed my name to Aapurva Jitendra Kamdar as per Deedpoll Affidavit. C-35011

I have changed my name from Rajashree Bhagwan Dagre to Rajshree Bhagwan Dagre as per Affidavit C-35026

I have changed my name from Bharatkumar Himmatlal Patadia to Bharat Himmatlal Patadia as per Affidavit C-35042 I have changed my name from Cheryl Ray Finch to Maria Cheryl Fatima Finch as per Affidavit C-35043

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06 CHANGE OF NAME I have changed my name from Ramachandran N to Ramchandran Namachivayam as per Affidavit C-35044 I have changed my name from Reetu Champalal Jain to Reetu Kothari as per Affidavit C-35045 I have changed my name from Champalal Jethmalji Jain to Champalal Kothari as per Affidavit C-35046 I have changed my name from Vidhya champalal Jain to Vidhya Champalal Kothari as per Affidavit C-30547 I have changed my name from Pujari Ram to Pawankumar Sahani as per Affidavit C-35048 I have changed my name from Hari Ram And Hari Rma to Hariram Sahani as per Affidavit C-35049 I have changed my name from Ramraji to Ramraji Hariram Sahani as per Affidavit C-35050 I have changed my name from Prakash Douris Jailmin to Jasmine Joseph as per Affidavit C-35051 I have changed my name from Vettathuparambil Kochappan Johnsom to Vettathuparambil Kochappan John as per Affidavit C-35052 I have changed my name from Santu Laxman Kolhe to Santosh Laxman Kolhe as per Affidavit C-35053 I have changed my name from Packiya Sheeli Nixonraj to Packiya Sheeli Nixsonraj Nadar as per Affidavit C-35054 I have changed my name from Bipin Pandey to Vipin Rajesh Pandey as per Affidavit C-35055 I have changed my name from Sushil Kumar to Sushilkumar Bramhadin Mishra as per Affidavit C-35056 I have changed my name from Sushil Bramhadin Mishra to Sushilkumar Bramhadin Mishra as per Affidavit C-35057 I have changed my name from Gowardhan Rambhau Manmode to Govardhan Rambhau Manmode as per Affidavit C-35058 I have changed my name from Prabhakar Ratan Mali to Vijay Ratan Chaudhari as per Affidavit C-35059 I have changed my name from Rajeshkumar Ravilal Patel to Rajesh Ravilal Patel as per Affidavit C-35060 I have changed my name from Vinorkumar Ratanshi Pate to Vinod Ratanshi Pokar as per Affidavit C-35061

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CLASSIFIEDS I have changed my name from Shahnaz Bano to Shainaz Banu as per Affidavit C-35062 I have changed my name from Amarkant Ramgopal Agrawal to Amarkant Ramgopal Agarwal as per Affidavit C-35063 I have changed my name from Ikbal Nabi Khan to Iqbal Khan as per Affidavit C-35064

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I have changed my name from Shifa Ansari to Sheeba Gazal Mohamed Asif Ansari as per Affidavit. C-35080

I have changed my name from Attar Mansoor Harun to Attar Mansoor Sayyed Haroon as per Affidavit. C-35099

I have changed my name from Shantaben Mahendra Shah to Santu Mahendra Shah as per Affidavit. C-35118

I have changed my name from Aashish Omprakash Singh to Aashish Kumar Omprakash Singh as per Affidavit. C-35134

I have changed my name from Ramij Rafiq Adhikari to Rameez Rafiq Adhikari as per Affidavit.

I have changed my name from Mansoor Attar to Mansoor Sayyed Haroon Attar as per Affidavit. C-35100

I have changed my name from Balvantray Durlabhbhai Rathod to Balwant Durlabhbhai Rathod as per Affidavit C-35119

I have changed my name from Abdul Khair Abdul Rahman to Abul Khair Abdul Rahman Shaikh as per Affidavit. C-35135

C-35081 I have changed my name from Rafique Adhikari to Rafiq Adhikari as per Affidavit. C-35082

I have changed my name from Rekhakumari Gulabchand Jain to Rekha Sampatlal Kataria as per Affidavit C-35101

I have changed my name from Shabanabano Rehman Shaikh to Shabana Rumman Adhikari as per Affidavit. C-35083

I have changed my name from Chanchalkumar Keshavram Mishra to Chanchal Keshavram Mishra as per Affidavit. C-35102

I have changed my name from Shaikh Latifa Khatoon Khalil Ahmed to Shaikh Latifa Khalil Ahmed as per Affidavit. C-35084

I have changed my name from Pawan Ratanlal Parihar to Pawandevi Ratanlal Parihar as per Affidavit. C-35103

I have changed my name from Saranya Ananda Narayanan to Saranya Ananda Narayanan Shathy as per Affidavit. C-35085

I have changed my name from Jay Jeetendra Dhanak to Jay Jeetendra Soni as per Affidavit.

I have changed my name from Pretty Nitin More to Preeti Nitin More as per Affidavit. C-35086

I have changed my name from Jeetendra Dhanak to Jeetendra Soni as per Affidavit. C-35105

I have changed my name from Ashok Kumar Madhavlal Shah to Ashok Madhavlal Shah as per Affidavit. C-35087

I have changed my name from Amita Jeetendra Dhanak to Amita Jeetendra Soni as per Affidavit. C-35106

I have changed my name from Rajani Bandu Joshi to Ranjana Bandu Joshi as per Affidavit. C-35088

I have changed my name from Mukeshkumar Tak to Mukesh Tak as per Affidavit. C-35107 I have changed my name from Santoshdevi Tak to Santosh Tak as per Affidavit. C-35108

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I have changed my name from Parvez Ahmad Javed Ahmed to Parvez Javed Siddiqui as per Affidavit. C-35089

I have changed my name from Rasoolbhai Alibhai Patni to Rasool Alibhai Patni as per Affidavit C-35072

I have changed my name from Khushnuma Begum to Khushnuma Javed Ahmed Siddique as per Affidavit. C-35090

I have changed my name from Hasmukhkumar Lilachandbhai Patel to Hasmukh Lilachand Patel as per Affidavit C-35073

I have changed my name from Pandey Navinkumar Umeshkumar to Pandey Navin Umesh as per Affidavit. C-35091

I have changed my name from Kuldeepkumar Kirtilal Balu to Kuldeep Kirtilal Balu as per Affidavit C-35074

I have changed my name from Pandey Umeshkumar to Pandey Umesh as per Affidavit. C-35092

I have changed my name from Saddam Hussain Ashik Ali Ansari to Saddam Husain Ashik Ali Ansari as per Affidavit C-35065 I have changed my name from Harishankar Lalji Kanojia to Harishankar Lalji Kannaujiya as per Affidavit C-35066 I have changed my name from Anil Kumar Chechani to Anil Chechani as per Affidavit C-35067 I have changed my name from Rajendrakumar Shah to Rajendra Shah as per Affidavit C-35068 I have changed my name from Reshmabanu Ansari to Reshma Rafi Ahmed Ansari as per Affidavit C-35069 I have changed my name from Ratiahamed Asgarli Ansari to Rafi Ahmed Ansari as per Affidavit C-35070 I have changed my name from Jahangir Ali Mohammed Jabbar to Jahangir Jabbar Mohammed as per Affidavit

I have changed my name from Haidharali Manik Pathan to Haidarali Manik Pathan as per Affidavit C-35075 I have changed my name from Mohamed Hasim Imtiaz Ali Shaikh to Hashim Imtiyaz Ali Shaikh as per Affidavit. C-35076 I have changed my name from Anam Mohamed Hasim Shaikh to Anum Hashim Shaikh as per Affidavit. C-35077 I have changed my name from Shehnaz Anjum Lakdawala to Shynaz Anjum Lakdawala as per Affidavit. C-35078 We Mr. Anjum Lakdawala & Mrs. Shynaz Lakdawala have changed our child name from Bushrha Anjum Lakdawala to Bushraa Anjum Lakdawala as per Affidavit. C-35079

I have changed my name from Angel Pereira to Pereira Alfred as per Affidavit. C-35093 I have changed my name from Tharwani Dilipkumar Mohanlal to Tharwani Dilip Mohanlal as per Affidavit. C-35094 I have changed my name from Dadani Ramjanali to Dadani Ramzan as per Affidavit. C-35095 I have changed my name from Santosh Devraj Raulo to Santosh Devraj Rawlo as per Affidavit. C-35096 I have changed my name from Rayar Shivraj to Rayar Nagargani as per Affidavit. C-35097 I have changed my name from Attar Mansoor Syed Haroon to Attar Mansoor Sayyed Haroon as per Affidavit. C-35098

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I have changed my name from Anand Alias Pinky Tak to Anand Tak as per Affidavit. C-35109 I have changed my name from Ketankumar Jitendrabhai Luhar to Ketan Jitendrabhai Luhar as per Affidavit. C-35110

I have changed my name from Mohammad Imran to Mohammad Imran Sheikh as per Affidavit. C-35120 I have changed my name from Irshad Husain Mohammad Rauf to Irshad Husain Mohammad Rouf Shaikh as per Affidavit. C-35121 I have changed my name from Shirsatha Dipak Sahebrao to Shirsath Deepak Sahebrao as per Affidavit. C-35122 I have changed my name from Mrs. Prasanna Harikumar to Mrs. Prasanna Harikumar Nair as per Affidavit. C-35123 I have changed my name from Mr. Shailendra Kumar Gaurishankar Meshram to Mr. Shailendra Gaurishankar Meshram as per Affidavit. C-35124

I have changed my name from Vinay Kumar Bhajan Lal Bachhuka to Vinay Bhajanlal Bachhuka as per Affidavit. C-35117

I have changed my name from Nikhatqamar Munawwarali Shaikh to Nikhat Munawarali Shaikh as per Affidavit. C-35140 I have changed my name from Vikrama Jeet Vishwakarma to Vikram Vishwakarma as per Affidavit. C-35141

I have changed my name from Lalwani Shri Jethanandji to Lalwani Amil as per Affidavit. C-35143

I have changed my name from Aayshabee Nasim Khan to Ashiya Nasim Khan as per Affidavit C-35127

I have changed my name from Barkatulla Rahmatulla Shaikh to Barkatullah Rahamat as per Affidavit. C-35129

I have changed my name from Jayasukhlal Durlabhdas Kikani to Jayasukh Durlabhdas Kikani as per Affidavit. C-35116

I have changed my name from Sachin Lupchand Jain to Sachin Lubchand Jain as per Affidavit. C-35139

I have changed my name from Vasanti Ramchandra Mhatre to Aparna Arvind Patil as per Affidavit. C-35126

I have changed my name from Jitendrabhai Durlabhdas to Jitendra Durlabhdas Luhar as per Affidavit. C-35112

I have changed my name from Bharati Bahen Chunilal Mehta to Bharati Jayashuk Kikani as per Affidavit. C-35115

I have changed my name from Bhaskar More to Vijay More as per Affidavit. C-35138

I have changed my name from Lalwani Anil Kumar Shri Jethanandji to Lalwani Anil Amil as per Affidavit. C-35142

I have changed my name from Afra Barkatulla Shaikh to Afra Begum Barkatullah Shaikh as per Affidavit. C-35128

I have changed my name from Yash Kumar Jayasukh Kikani to Yash Jayasukh Kikani as per Affidavit. C-35114

I have changed my name from Pramod Krashan Gupta to Pramod Shrikishan Gupta as per Affidavit. C-35137

I have changed my name from Shambhu Shankar Tarak Roy to Shambhu Shankar Roy as per Affidavit. C-35125

I have changed my name from Ramaben Jitendrabhai to Rama Jitendra Luhar as per Affidavit. C-35111

I have changed my name from Smit Jitendrabhai to Smit Jitendra Luhar as per Affidavit. C-35113

I have changed my name from Mohd Haroon Nizamuddin to Ansari Mohd Haroon Nizamuddin as per Affidavit. C-35136

I have changed my name from Mr. Uvesh Iqbal Dawda to Mr. Ovesh Iqbal Dawda as per Affidavit dated 12/02/2014 C-35130 I have changed my name from Miss. Rahisha Ben Rahimbhai Dubaliya to Mrs. Raeesa Ovesh Dawda as per Affidavit dated 12/02/2014 C-35131 I have changed my name from Javdinkhan Mithamkhan Pathan to Ziyauddin Mithamkhan Pathan as per Maharashtra Gt. No. X-43957 dated 15-21 Sep 2011. C-35132

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Raj Thackeray, MNS men detained

60 MNS workers including city chief Prasad Surve held By Suresh Golani

highway near Thakur Mall. Vehicular traffic came to a round 60 agitating ac- virtual standstill for over half tivists of the Maharashtra an hour, prompting the poNavnirman Sena led by Mira lice to detain the MNS workBhayandar city chief Prasad ers – Vikram Krupal, Hemant Surve were arrested by the Sawant, Pramod Tambe, Thane (rural) police shortly Pritul Adhikari, Priti Patole, after they started a 'rasta Jayesh Bhoir, Milind Mirashi, roko' agitation to block the Priyanka Sawant, Kavita Mumbai-Ahmadabad Na- Vaigaonkar, Sayyed Akthar tional Highway. among others. All were taken The activists including to the Navghar police station women squatted on the in Bhayandar.

By Neel Shah

ven as the 'rasta roko' agitation announced by MNS chief Raj Thackeray played out across the city, the police on Wednesday detained him along with his followers and party workers. Yesterday's agitation was against toll collection across Maharashtra. The agitation ended peacefully after Thackeray received an invitation for talks with Chief Minister Prithviraj Chavan, said sources. The MNS boss was detained at Chembur with his supporters when he was proceeding to the Vashi toll plaza in Navi Mumbai to enforce the 'rasta roko', which had sparked fears of violence.In addition, unspecified number of MNS workers and supporters were also detained in Mumbai and the neighboring cities. Thackeray, who has been demanding transparency in collection of toll, left his Dadar home with some MLAs and supporters for Vashi but his vehicle was stopped on Eastern Express Highway at Sion, where he was made to sit in a police vehicle which brought him to RCF police station in Chembur. Police had earlier said he was arrested for violation of section 149 of CrPC under which a notice was issued to him yesterday warning against participating in the agitation. Section 149 CrPC empowers a police officer to take action to prevent occurrence of a cognisable offense.

There were attempts to block the Mumbai-Ahmedabad Highway.

Deployment of police Apprehending a major law and order problem, after Thackeray's announcement on Tuesday, the state police had deployed over 1.8 lakh policemen, besides contingents of Rapid Action Force and State Reserve Police at toll booths and on highways. Security was also beefed up at vital installations,including railway stations in the city and suburbs to prevent violence and vandalism.

MNS leaders in police net Raj Thackeray is facing multiple cases for instigating party workers to vandalise toll plazas. Meanwhile, two MNS MLAs Shirish Shinde and Mangesh Sangle, along with their 40 associates, were arrested in two separate cases of rioting at Vikhroli in Mumbai, said JCP (Adminstration) Hemant Nagrale, the acting police commissioner. A bus was damaged after stone pelting by two unidentified men in suburban Meghwadi, added Nagrale. On Ghodbunder Road, police arrested a number of persons including city unit President Nileesh Chavan. Other MNS office bearers like Manohar Sukhdare and Rajan Gawand were also picked up for leading the agitation in other parts of Thane. Police said, by and large the agitation was peaceful but soon after Raj's detention, MNS activists forced shops and other commercial establishments to down their shutters and also asked the auto rickshaws to go off the roads. Barring noisy protests and stray incidents of stone pelting, situation in the city remained peaceful, said Nagrale. neel.shah@afternoondc.in

Glory of the nation AL HAAJ Shabbir Noor Mohammed Patel, chairman of Oscar Builders Pvt Ltd, Mumbai, was honoured with the ‘Global Indian Of The Year Award’ for his outstanding individual achievements and distinguished services to the nation. He received the coveted award from former President of India Pratibha Devisingh Patil in a glittering function held at Taj Vivanta, Pune recently. This is Patel’s sixth such award in recognition of his services to the nation. Last year too, Shabbir Noor Mohammed Patel had been conferred with the Pride Of India award by Murlidhar C Bhandare, the then Governor of Odisha, for his commitment to national duties. Earlier, he was awarded with Indira Gandhi Sadbhavna award by Shekhar Dutt, Governor of Chhattisgarh. (From left) Bhishma Narain Singh, former Governer of Tamil Nadu, Pratibha Patil, former President of India, Global Indian Of The Year awardee Shabbir Noor Mohammad Patel and Shehnaz Shabbir Patel

Post-mortem fails to confirm gender of skeleton CITY

The skeletal remains recovered from the Mahim creek on Monday have now been sent to the Anatomy Department of J.J.Hospital By Zuber Ansari

post-mortem has failed to confirm the gender of an unidentified person whose skeletal remains were recovered from the Mahim creek in Bandra (west).The Bandra police have now sent the remains to the anatomy department of the J.J. Hospital to ascertain the gender

of the skeleton. Officers of the Bandra police station said that the body when found was lying on its chest in the mangroves of the creek. “Due to the tides, the front portion of the body had been completely decomposed which is making it difficult to identify the gender of the person”, said Police Inspector (PI) Rajendra Kane from Bandra police station. The officers also said that they will get the reports from the anatomy department on Wednesday after which they will make attempts to identify the person. “The person must have died at least one or two months ago”, added Kane. On Monday, a few local boys had found the skeleton in the creek at around 6 pm

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when they were searching for wooden objects in the area, said the police.The remains were sent to Cooper Hospital for post-mortem. Last year in September, the Bandra police had found a torso of a woman near the Mahim Creek on the Reclamation Road and the woman is still unidentified. Her body had been stuffed into a gunny bag that was found by rag-pickers. Subsequently, a case of murder was registered against unidentified persons. The police said they have not made much progress in this case, but have put together information on about 200 cases of missing women registered in the past few years.

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Suraj Pancholi appears in trial court By Philip Varghese

lmost a month after the Juhu police, investigating the Jiah Khan suicide case, filed a 447-page chargesheet against Suraj Pancholi, son of actor-couple Aditya Pancholi and Zarina Wahab, Suraj appeared before the trial court on Wednesday. Advocate Dinesh Tiwari, representing Jiah's mother Rabiya, said “The pre-trial formalities in the case are yet to be completed. The police had filed the chargesheet last month against Suraj, following which the magistrate had transferred the case to the sessions court for trial.” This comes a month after the Mumbai Police Crime Branch said that being a nodal agency, they had received a letter from the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) through the CBI offering help in the

investigation in the case. Jiah's mother had met US Consulate officials, as Jiah is an American citizen. She had alleged that her daughter was murdered, but the police have found no evidence to support her claim. The police arrested Suraj on June 10 on the basis of a six-page letter which was found in the house, purportedly written by Jiah. Police booked him on the charge of abetement of suicide. Suraj, who was granted bail by the Bombay High Court on July 1, 2013, said that Jiah and he were in a consensual relationship and the letter was being misused by Jiah's mother Rabiya. Rabiya had moved the Bombay High Court in October 2013, alleging her daughter had been murdered, and sought a CBI probe, following which, the court asked the police to record her statement, collect material given by her, and probe the murder angle.

Maharashtra Navnirman Sena (MNS) as a 'fixed' match between the ruling Congress-NCP alliance and the MNS. Speaking to news persons here at the state BJP expected to sit across the office, spokesperson Madhav table for discussions. But Bhandari remarked that the they preferred to become vio- entire agitation was stage-

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upcoming Lok Sabha elections. There is no need to destroy public property. As the elections are approaching, these people start playing depth, and accordingly we politics. In the name of agita- will take a decision shortly. tion there should not be in- At this juncture, the MNS is convenience to the public”. “The government is discussing the toll policy in

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Kursi for Raj : Supporters could not bear to see their chief standing at the RCF police station. lent”, he added. On the other hand, the MNS chief announced that he would attend the meeting convened by the Chief Minister on Thursday to discuss various issues raised by him with regard to the non-transparent toll collection system in the state. However, all the other political see yesterday's events differently.The 'antitoll stir is match fixing between Cong-NCP, MNS' said leaders of the BJP-Shiv Sena led Mahayuti alliance yesterday, terming the agitation by Continued from pg 1 «

works through private funding as the state government was not in a position to undertake them. The policy was implemented in 1996 in places where there is rapid urbanisation. In the case of roads built under private partnership, VVIPs and state government designated vehicles have been

managed to gain publicity. Sena MP Sanjay Raut argued that the people were not supporting the agitation and the state was functioning normally. Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) leader Ajit Sawant remarked that it was a tacit understanding between Congress-NCP alliance and MNS to divert public attention from the charges of corruption being leveled against the ruling alliance in the state. Bhandari remarked that even the February 9 rally of

Toll till 2037

exempted from paying toll tax. The recovery of toll tax, maintenance and repairs of the road is the responsibility of the concerned entrepreneur. If they fail to do so, then the recovery of the toll tax is suspended. So far, 67 toll check posts in the state

MNS chief Raj Thackeray at Pune was held at SP College grounds under pressure from the state Home ministry. He added that as per the clauses of the prohibitory orders slapped on Thackeray a day earlier, the MNS chief ought to have been detained the moment he stepped out of his house. He said that the government did not have the time to meet the farmers of Kolhapur who were agitating a year ago for better prices for sugarcane. Bhandari wanted to know as to how come the government which was labeled by MNS chief as dacoits suddenly turned pious as Thackeray accepted the chief minister's offer for talks. The state BJP spokesperson wanted to know as to what fines were slapped and recovered from the MNS for vandalising public property. Bhandari stated that the BJPSena combine was made to pay for damages in lakhs of rupees. Sena president Uddhav Thackeray sarcastically remarked that “those who do not have a case of killing a mosquito lodged against them, should not talk.” In a hard-hitting editorial in party mouthpiece Saamana, the Sena termed the anti-toll stir of MNS as “Arrest Me” drama, which had political patronage of the state. State BJP president Devendra Fadnavis argued that people want tollfree Maharashtra and that his party had already raised the issue. Meanwhile, sources disclosed that MNS leadership had circulated a message to their MLAs, district presidents and cadres to hit the streets to make the agitation a success in order to ensure victory in the ensuing Lok Sabha polls. have been closed after the expiry of the recovery period. The state has written to the Central Government with respect to closing down one toll naka in Osmanabad and four others under the control of NHAI. There are 29 toll plazas controlled by the MSRDC, six by State Highways, 17 by NHAI, MSRDC and 27 by the State PWD.

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Interim Railway Budget ignores Mumbai’s 7.6 million daily commuters

By Vishnudas Sheshrao

amount of taxes in the country. An air-conditioned local he Congress and Na- train was promised for Mumtionalist Congress Party bai in the previous budget, (NCP) ruled Western former Union Minister of Maharashtra formed the state for Railways Ram Naik focus of the interim Railway said. Budget termed as the 'shortOn the other hand, five out vote-on account' by Railway of the six new rail lines are Minister Mallikarjun Kharge proposed in Western Mahaon Wednesday in the Parlia- rashtra. Except the Betul– ment. Amravati new proposed line, The budget hardly had all new lines including Karadanything for the 7.6 million Pandharpur, Miraj–Bijapur, daily commuters of Mumbai Pune–Moregaon, Pune–Barawhich pays the highest mati, Pune–Ahmednagar are

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Bandra (T) – Katra Express (Weekly) Bandra – Amritsar Express (Weekly) Nizamuddin – Madgaon AC Express (Bi-weekly) Yesvantpur – Jaipur AC Express (Weekly) Howrah – Pune AC Express (Bi-weekly) Mumbai – Howrah AC Express (Bi-weekly) Mumbai – Patna AC Express (Bi-weekly) Mumbai – Gorakhpur Express ( Bi-weekly)

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in Western Maharashtra. Similarly, there are two proposals for doubling of rail tracks on the Latur Road-Kurduwadi and Pune-Kolhapur route. Kharge is the second Railway Minister after Lalu Prasad to have presented an interim railway budget. Seventeen premium airconditioned trains have been announced in the budget. However, eight out of these 17 are for Mumbai – four each for Central and Western Railways. Its ticket will be announced shortly. The fare charge includes a dynamically varying premium over the tatkal fare of the Rajdhani service. The Railway Ministry took a serious note of the recurring fire accidents on board trains and announced stringent measures for fire fighting and fire control. A fire retardent material will be used in the construction of coaches. Liquid petroleum gas used for cooking in pantry cars will be replaced with induction-based cookers. Electric circuits will have multi-tier protection. Every year, there is a separate paragraph in the budget devoted for the upgradation and development of the Mumbai suburban trains. However, this time there was no such mention. “What happened to the Churchgate– Virar corridor?” Ram Naik asked.

Railways state more than one reason for mishaps Gaps between foot-board of trains and platforms not the sole cause of commuters losing their lives, railways tells HC By Philip Varghese

lmost a month after two railway accidents led the Bombay High Court to take suo-moto cognizance of media reports and asked the Ministry of Railways, Western Railways, Central Railways and Mumbai Railway Vikas Corporation (MRVC) to file their replies on recent accidents, the railways on Wednesday told the court that the gap between footboards of local trains and the platforms is not the sole cause behind commuters losing their life or limbs in mishaps but there are several other factors involved. This comes as the division bench of Chief Justice Mohit Shah and Justice M.S. Sanklecha had taken up the issue after a 16-year-old college girl, Monica More, lost both her arms after falling into a gap between the platform at Ghatkopar railway station while trying to board a local train last month. The HC notice to railways in the last hearing quoted news reports on how a Central Railways’ request to raise the height of platforms over

and above the nationally prescribed parameters has been pending with the Railway Board for four years. However, during the hearing on Wednesday, the court posted the matter for further hearing as the railways filed an affidavit which stated that the

accidents do not occur only because of the gap but several other reasons like trespassing and even over-crowding. The affidavit also added that there are no separate rail corridors for local suburban trains and long-distance trains. philip.varghese@afternoondc.in

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Released, told to go home Raj Thackeray requested party workers not to react violently to his detention Pic by Sushil Kadam

By Khushboo Panjabi

fter being taken into custody at Chembur by the Mumbai Police on Wednesday, Maharashtra Navniram Sena (MNS) chief Raj Thackeray was released at 1 pm, on the condition that he would return to his residence and not proceed to the Vashi toll naka to carry out his agitation against toll tax. While Thackeray was in detention at the RCF police station, he passed a message to his party members stating, "Party members be silent. Do not take the law into your hands and co-operate with the police.” Last week, Thackeray – in his speech in Pune – spoke about carrying out a 'rasta roko' on February 12 against toll tax, and on Tuesday, he told the press that the protest would be a peaceful one, since HSC students would be appearing for their practical examinations. While being released from police custody, Thackeray said, “I request all my party workers to remain calm. I will meeting the Chief Minister on Thursday at 9 am to discuss the issue.” Thackeray started out from his residence at Shivaji Park at 10.15 am, accompanied by his wife Sharmila

Raj Thackeray after he was released from the RCF police station. Thackeray, MNS leader Bala Nandgaonkar and a host of party workers, to carry out the mass agitation against toll collectors in Vashi at 11 am. However, before he could reach Chembur, he was taken by the Additional Commissioner of Police, Praveen Salunkhe, into preventive custody at the RCF police station. Sharmila Thackeray and several party workers were seen protesting outside the police station, soon after Thackeray was detained. Speaking exclusively to the ADC, Thackeray's advocate Saiyaji Nagre said, “On Tuesday morning, the Mumbai police served a notice under Section 149 of the Code of Criminal Procedure (CrPC) to MNS Chief Raj Thackeray. The notice stated that he should not commit any cognisable violence or

break the law, which he did not. The detention procedure and agitation was undertaken peacefully.” khushboo.panjabi@afternoondc.in

Monorail takes precaution

he country's first monorail took preventive measure, after MNS chief Raj Thackeray was detained by the Mumbai Police at the RCF police station. Considering the possibility of violence, the monorail did not stop at the Bharat Petroleum railway station, which is closest to the RCF police station, as a crowd of MNS party workers was standing outside it.

A sense of an ending

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Ponder awhile... “Where is the justice of political power if it executes the murderer and jails the plunderer, and then itself marches upon neighbouring lands, killing thousands and pillaging the very hills?” — Khalil Gibran

n the drawing rooms of Lutyens’ Delhi there is these days a sense of an ending. The sort of feeling that comes when an empire is on the verge of quietly fading away and although an ‘anarchist’ as chief minister has something to do with this there are other reasons why in these last days of winter it feels as though we could be living through the last days of something very significant. While Arvind Kejriwal grabs headlines every day with some new antic or other behind the scenes something more historic is happening. The Congress Party that has ruled India for the past decade, and for most of our years as an independent country, appears to be preparing itself for a time away from power. NS leder Raj Thackeray is not against the There are still a handful of senior leaders in collection of toll: He is against the exist- this party who continue in public to talk of ing system of collecting toll at nakas. The gov- how ‘things are not as bad as they look’ but ernment usually gives this work to third privately even the loyalist loyalists of the Dyparties which exploit fully chances of making nasty admit that no matter how many times money. in the coming months Rahul Gandhi wanders Why does the government not handle the off to talk to ‘common people’ like railway work itself? There are tolls all over the state porters and no matter how many brave and day and night, stiff toll is collected. speeches and interviews he gives there is unSomebody is making extra profits: A lot of likely to be a dramatic change in the direction money is siphoned off. Nobody questions the in which the political winds are blowing. amount collected at toll centres. They collect throughout the year – for many years even after all the expenditure is recovered. Perhaps the government does not want to do this work Would things have been different if Rahul had which entails devising an expensive system. come out earlier from the high security secluAs a result, a lot of corruption takes place. sion in which he has spent most of his life as There is evidently considerable scope for col- a political leader? Would things have been diflecting huge amounts of money. According to ferent if the Congress Party had anointed him the MNS leaders, large-scale corruption pre- as their prime ministerial candidate earlier? vails and private parties make huge profit – Would things have been different if he had surrounded himself with real political advisseveral crores. The pertinent question is whether it would ers instead of sycophants and computer whiz not have been possible for the government to kids? The questions no longer matter because devise a system which completely eliminates even the loyalists now admit that Narendra corrupt practices. The government should Modi has laid out an agenda that has been have agreed to hold discussions with the unexpectedly popular with ordinary Indians. MNS. It has not cared to do so. It was only Even the loyalists admit today that he could after the ‘rasta roko’ and other forms of agita- get more than 35 seats in Uttar Pradesh and tion was begun by the MNS yesterday that nearly that many in Bihar. This is something that they would not have Chief Minister Prithviraj Chavan announced that the government is ready to hold discus- admitted before the elections in December. But, when those elections resulted in the sions. The government is not likely to concede to Bharatiya Janata Party sweeping back to the demand of the MNS for having free toll all power in Madhya Pradesh, pulling off a stunover Maharashtra. It may however agree to ning victory in Rajasthan, winning again in change some ways of collecting toll – a new Chhattisgarh and almost winning Delhi things started to change. Now it is hard for way which eliminates corruption. It is clear now that the parties involved – even loyalists not to admit (albeit privately) the government and the MNS – could have avoided agitation which has caused huge disruption of traffic and inconvenience to the public. Chief Minister Prithviraj Chavan and MNS leader Raj Thackeray are meeting today. Could they have not met before, arrived at hat is love? It depends. There are as some agreement and avoided huge inconmany loves as there are people. Love is a venience to the public? hierarchy, from the lowest rung to the highest, from sex to superconsciousness. There are many many layers, many planes of love. It all depends on you. If you are existing on the lowest rung, you will have a totally different idea of love than the person who is existing on the highest rung. Adolf Hitler will have one idea of love, GauDESPATCH & COURIER tam Buddha another; and they will bediametrically opposite, because they are at two CAROL ANDRADE A.R. KANANGI Editor Associate Editor extremes. At the lowest, love is a kind of politics, power politics. Wherever love is contamKAMAL MORARKA inated by the idea of domination, it is politics. Chairman of the Whether you call it politics or not is not the Board of Directors question, it is political. And millions of peoAfternoon Despatch & Courier office is located at: ple never know anything about love except Janmabhoomi Bhavan, 3rd Floor, Janmabhoomi Marg, this politics -- the politics that exists between Fort, Mumbai-400 001. Phone: 40768999. Fax: 40768916. E-mail: afternoonnews@gmail.com husbands and wives, boyfriends and girlfriends. It is politics, the whole thing is politPrinted by Shashikant Jadhav for Courier Publications Pvt. 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that the Congress Party’s trump card, Rahul Gandhi, is not as much of a trump card as party strategists thought it would be. But, because there is no other card left to play the party’s campaign continues to put him at its centre. So in the streets of Delhi (and other Indian cities) appeared last week sepia tinted posters of Rahul with a faraway, brooding look on his face along side slogans that seek to convince the uncertain voter that he would do well to invest his vote once more in Congress. Unite do not divide. Governance not politics. And, other banalities in précis form is what you read on the posters. On television it is hard to watch a news bulletin these days without

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ON THE SPOT Tavleen Singh being interrupted by some young man introducing himself as a Congress Party worker and someone ‘who works for Rahul Gandhi.’ The advertising campaign is more elaborate and expensive than any other in recent times and it seemed for a moment to take the BJP by surprise but then came the ‘chaiwallah’ telecasts and Narendra Modi was back to setting the agenda. What I have gathered in my recent wanderings through the salons of Lutyens’ Delhi is that most senior Congress leaders have accepted the possibility of Modi becoming India’s next prime minister. In these salons mingle politicians and journalists, high officials and senior members of the diplomatic corps and all talk these days is of the coming general election. Whether you go to book launches, dinner parties or dreary government events it is no longer possible to discuss anything other than the AAP factor and Mr. Modi. When Kejriwal is discussed there is

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agreement in these circles that he is showing signs of megalomania. He is not popular. My leftist friends admit that if the choice is between Modi and Kejriwal they would rather have Modi to which I usually respond that if the choice is between Rahul and Kejriwal I would rather have Rahul. For someone with a reputation for ‘hating’ the Dynasty this is some admission.

Kejri wants Cong to withdraw support From ‘reliable sources’ in the Kejriwal camp the news is that he is desperate for his government to be brought down and it is to this end that almost on a daily basis he says or does something that he hopes will make the Congress Party withdraw its support. In this city of rumours, rumour has it that Kejriwal wants to get out of being chief minister of Delhi so that he can be a contender for prime minister. Rumour also has it that there are others among his comrades who do not want him to exit the Delhi government because they themselves would like to become prime minister. Rumours in Delhi cannot be believed but they cannot be discounted either. The victory in Delhi has made AAP dream big dreams. If you listen carefully to Kejriwal’s daily utterances you will notice that he now speaks of himself as a messiah. Listen to this. ‘I did not come into politics to become chief minister. I came into politics to rid India of corruption.’ Wise men know that this is not something one man can do but Kejriwal and his comrades are not wise men. If they were they would not let everyone see that they are already drunk with political power. Nobody sees this more clearly than senior Congress leaders but since for them the choice is between being tossed for a longish while into political oblivion or supporting someone like Kejriwal they would like to ride some distance on his wagon. Having watched governments come and go in Delhi for more than 30 years may I end by going back to what I said at the beginning of this piece. It feels as if this coming election is going to bring more than just a change of government. It feels as if this coming election is going to bring an empire crashing down. I was not around to see the last days of the British raj but from what I have read in history books I believe it must have felt a bit like it does in these last days of winter in Delhi.

about love as a state. It is unaddressed: you don't love this person or that person, you simply love. You are love. Rather than saying that you love somebody, it will be better to say falling in love with horses, dogs, animals, ma- you are love. So whosoever is capable of parchines, things. Why? Because to be in love taking, can partake. Whosoever is capable of with human beings has become an utter hell, drinking out of your infinite sources of being, a continuous conflict -- nagging, always at you are available -- you are available unconeach other's throats. This is the lowest form ditionally. That is possible only if love beof love. Nothing is wrong with it if you can use comes more and more meditative. it as a stepping stone, if you can use it as a ‘Medicine' and `meditation' come from the meditation.If you can watch it, if you try to same root. Love as you know it is a kind of disease: it needs the medicine of meditation. If it passes through meditation, it is purified. And the more purified it is, the more ecstatic. understand it, in that very understanding you will reach another rung, you will start moving Nancy was having coffee with Helen. upwards. Nancy asked, "How do you know your husOnly at the highest peak, when love is not a band loves you?" relationship any more, when love becomes "He takes out the garbage every morning." astate of your being, the lotus opens totally "That's not love. That's good housekeeping." and great perfume is released -- but only at "My husband gives me all the spending money the highest peak. At its lowest, love is just a I need." political relationship. At its highest, love is a "That's not love. That's generosity." religious state of consciousness. "My husband never looks at other women." I love you too, Buddha loves, Jesus loves, "That's not love. That's poor vision." but their love demands nothing in "John always opens the door for me." return.Their love is given for the sheer joy of "That's not love. That's good manners." giving it; it is not a bargain. Hence the radiant "John kisses me even when I've eaten garlic beauty of it, hence the transcendental beauty and I have curlers in my hair." of it. It surpasses all the joys that you have "Now, that's love." known. When I talk about love, I am talking — Osho

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JUSTICE Mukul Mudgal's investigation report about match fixing and betting submitted to the Supreme Court have indicated the involvement of IPL team Chennai Super Kings (CSK) boss Gurunath Meiyappan the son-in-law of BCCI chief N. Srinivasan and Rajasthan Royals co-owner Raj Kundar in the match fixing and have exposed them of cheating. I strongly feel that both Meiyappan and Raj Kundar who have cheated millions of people must be banned along with their teams from participating in the 2014 Indian Premiere League (IPL) and the BCCI chief whose company India Cement owns the CSK franchise must resign from the post with immediate effect and should not be allowed to take the post of International Cricket Council (ICC) chief in the month of July for lowering the image of India and the game of Cricket. It is high time that the Indian police which is investigating the case must file a charge-sheet against both of them. — Bhagwan Thadani, Mumbai

THE ICC is very strong and emphatic on its zero tolerance policy against match fixing and corruption in Cricket. In the light of the explosive report submitted by Justice Mudgal implicating the owner of an IPL team who is related to the president of the BCCI and now slated to become the Chairman of ICC, what will be the response of ICC? To maintain its image, will it

BREAK-OFF? Pawar's recent meeting with Guajrat CM Narendra Modi has given rise to varied speculations in the political circles.

Pawar meets Modi AFTER Sharad Pawar’s statement that he had indeed met Narendra Modi, the Congress in Maharashtra should at once break off its coalition with the NCP; even though the meeting might have taken place in their official capacities; with the former as the Union Agricultural Minister, and the latter as the Gujarat Chief Minister. Such an act will go a long way in refurbishing the 'secular' image of the Congress in the state. — Vineet Phadtare, Borivali

IBA must oblige APROPOS 'Strike by bank employees paralyses banking system' (ADC, Feb. 11), it is indeed quite vexing to witness two consecutive days' strike by all Indian bank employees that too at the start of the week. Initially the public in general got annoyed by the strike which certainly disturbed the public life. However, the bank employees' demand for a wage hike and their objection against certain reforms needs to be considered by the IBA. It is seen that due to procrastination of the decisions to be taken by the

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The BCCI chief must resign follow the conditions laid down by IOC; though it is not under its jurisdiction, against tainted persons holding official positions. In all fairness, the election of the present incumbent who is to take over in July 2014 should be held null and void. Fresh elections should be ordered for the Chairman's post with a person of clean and untainted background. The same policy should also be applicable to the BCCI. The current BCCI President Srinivasan behaves like the dictator of a banana republic and stands no opposition as all its affiliates are indebted to him in some way or the other. Will the members of the BCCI most of whom are non-cricketers/politicians stand up and get their house in order to elect a taintfree president? Also, will the apex body of the game – the ICC – has the guts to put on hold the present IPL season till the shenanigans of those involved is resolved? No wonder the IPL is known as the Insatiable Plunder League!

lowed him there? Why are CSK players talking to him? All these people corrupt individuals need to be thrown out before Indian Cricket is damaged further. Time for a major revamp and clean-up by throwing out all politicians and non-sporting persons involved in all sporting bodies. The silence of politicians inside BCCI camp is obviously expected as most of them are mere power brokers and never had the interest of the game at heart. QUIT IT: Post the revelation about the BCCI chief N. Srinivasan's son-in-law being involved in the match fixing and betting scams, cricket lovers have been demanding his resignation.

Every time we move up, this corrupt nature of some of our elite individuals drags us down. It is time to have strict rules, transparent information on ownership, annual financial reports, etc. for IPL teams — C.K. Subramaniam, Sanpada considering the big money involved. It just irritates us to see that people in high positions allow their WELL, what a sad state of affairs in relatives to be the unofficial/offiIndian Cricket. If we want to be at cial managers of an organisation the top as a country we need to rid and we seem to accept it (part of ourselves of the corrupt tenden- our stupid culture?). If Gurunath is cies. Corruption seems to have not an owner, why was he on the taken over our good old culture. field with CSK players? Who alIBA such strikes occur coupled with their reluctance in negotiating the demands by the banks' top brass. In fact, this two-day agitation by street march and holding protests by the employees should trigger the IBA to immediately conduct a meeting and listen to the grievances and sort them out thereafter without delaying it further. It is alleged that the bad loans given by the banks are eating away the profit that the banks had made which should be set right immediately to generate cash flow. — Bikram Banerjea, Mumbai

Sickening feeling The article 'Income Inequality Rises In India' by Lalit K. Jha (ADC, Feb. 5) sets me thinking as to why our bureaucrats in the planning commission and ministers who are supposed to be country's architects for devolving government policies for education as well as infrastructure, do not put on their thinking caps? In the said article, the International Monetary Fund (IMF) chief Christine Madeleine Odette Lagarde (not only LETTER OF an eminent French THE DAY labour lawyer but also a noted altruist) said in her speech at London while delivering the Richard Dimbleby Lecture, inter alias, Income Inequality Rises In India: This sagging spirit of inequal income coupled with 'youth bulge' in India is beyond doubt responsible for many maladies prominent among them being the abominable increase in the number of billionaires (by notoriously amassing wealth!) as well as a number of below the poverty line public giving rise to beggars and illeducated people involved in acts like endemic rape, chain snatching, thefts, burglary murdering of senior citizens, women and children! Pathetic indeed! — P. Chakravorty, Fort

Where's the Third Front? THE yet-to-be-born Third Front seems to be heading for an abortion. The leader of one of its wouldbe major constituents, and a strong contender for the PM's post, has categorically ruled out pre-marital accord. He wants the baby born only after completion of the necessary formalities, viz. post-poll. In other words, there cannot be any Third Front as of now; as its future members would be fighting elections against each other at many places, and in the process, reduce themselves to a position from which they would not be able to ei-

— Mahesh Nair, Dombiviali

THE Mudgal Commission has cooked BCCI President N. Srinivasan's goose and the least the tainted Board president should do is resign from his honorary job after his son-in-law has been found guilty of match fixing and IPL betting controversy. BCCI should throw him out if he refuses to do so as the cricketing body of our country cannot be allowed to run like a private club or a gambling casino. IPL (Indian Puppet League) is interesting because matches and results are fixed for entertainment and excitement. It is destroying the game because even the national players prefer to give their best here in the lure for big time money

— S.N. Kabra, Goregaon

CRICKET administration in our country needs to be put in a washing machine and spun dry. Gurunath Meiyappan, the 'enthusiast' of the Chennai Super Kings has been charge-sheeted by the police for unenthusiastic activites and till such a time he is cleared of all charges, the Board president should step aside. Asad Rauf, the controversial umpire now hiding in Pakistan should be brought back with the help of the ICC and questioned on the IPL fixing scandal. The anticorruption unit of the BCCI should turn more proactive and nip any wrong doings in the bud before the start of any tournament. Till such a time all the garbage is cleaned the IPL shall remain a 'Circus' for lovers of the game. — Altaf H Ladiwala, Bandra

corporators have no responsibility for providing better civic conditions — Arun Malankar, Santacruz – like pothole-free roads, un-encroached footpaths and public open spaces, clean drinking water supply, better maintained gardens WE, the residents of Mumbai, and maidans etc. They have been would like to lodge our strong provided laptops worth crores of ruprotest against wastage of scarce pees but how many use them or public funds to grant free travel to know how to use them? Do they use 241 corporators and Committee them to receive complaints from members on the AC buses of loss- citizens or their feedback ? The anmaking BEST Undertaking. swer is a resounding “No”. Then We fail to understand the logic for what right have they to demand this largesse by the BMC adminis- more freebies at the cost of the taxtration. The demands of our repre- payers’ hard-earned money? We sentatives are ever increasing with urge you to revoke this decision. — G R Vora, Kamlakar Shenoy no collateral accountability. The

ther stand on their own legs, or bargain with the NDA/UPA.

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Flawed facts RAHUL Gandhi says that leaders in Gujarat do not know history. So let me ask a few questions to him. Can he give me one date and place where his great-grand-father Jawaharlal Nehru was supposed to have fought for freedom? Even history books are unable to give any details of Nehru having done anything that can be termed as fighting. Waving your finger vigorously and saying that you have sent another reminder to the Viceroy is not 'fighting'. And if Nehru was such a great fighter why was he not sent to the Andamans where the real freedom fighters were imprisoned? The British knew who the real freedom fighters were and they were either hounded out of the country (Bose), virtually murdered (Lala Lajpat Rai), or deported to the Andamans (V.D. Savarkar). Nehru was sent to prisons like Naini Tal, Pune and Aurangabad where he could write letters to his daughter, which later

and get exhausted playing for their country later. A sealed envelope containing names of cricketers as well as other persons involved too have been handed over to the courts and all those involved should be further investigated and punished. India are the reigning World Champion's in cricket and our Cricket Board should not be allowed to functioned by crooks. Former cricketing legends like Gavaskar, Kapil Dev, Tendulkar, Bedi and their tribe should be given total control of administration so that such sad incidents do not happen.

the Mahatma wanting the Congress to be dissolved after independence? Its existence today is testimony to the fact that the Mahatma was forgotten soon after independence. — T.R. Ramaswami, Kandivali

FOOT IN MOUTH: Rahul Gandhi, in recent times, has been making some public statements that have attracted criticism and mockery. became a book! Those who really fought for our freedom never became our leaders. And what does Rahul Gandhi have to say about

RAHUL Gandhi has been telling the crowds about the corrupt practices and the lack of usage of funds meant for development when he goes campaigning in the non-Congress ruled states. But the people are very much aware of the various scams and corrupt practices that have embroiled the UPA. Though not justifiable, the nonusage of funds is a relatively lesser evil than the total misuse and siphoning off of funds meant for development which the Congress has been indulging in. The Congress has been advertising its achievements effected since independence. In fairness, therefore, the Congress party must allow the BJP to rule for an equal number of years so that comparison can then be on an equal footing. — Harishchandra Parshuram, Juhu

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tutions caring for underprivileged children. Over 40,000 kids were impacted through this initiative. Mr. Prabhakar Jain, Global CEO, Fevicol Division, Pidilite Industries upon receiving the award said, “We are proud and honoured to have achieved this feat. We thank the institution of Loyalty Awards for recognizing the hard work done by the FCC members. It is an inspiring and motivating initiative by FCC and we are humbled by their heartfelt gesture.” In Mumbai, over 600 FCC members participated in the Shram Dan Diwas by conducting repair work at over 21 needy organizations including schools for specially abled, municipal schools, and government schools. This unique community initiative witnessed the woodworkers and contractors conduct their activities across various beneficiary schools and institutions. FCC is an exclusive club for wood working contractors launched in 2002. In 2011, on the eve of its anniversary celebration, FCC members vouched to donate a day of their labour towards the betterment of the underprivileged section of the society at large the materials and other supplies thus required are given by Fevicol, absolutely free. Shram Daan Divas is a social welfare outreach initiative from FCC and is conducted with the sole purpose to augment and uplift the socio – economic section of the society by mending or repairing the broken furniture. Shram Daan Divas has grown leaps and bounds by making a mark and entering into Limca Book of Records, Asian Book of Records among others. The Loyalty awards were given away as a part of the Loyalty Summit and are the premier awards for the loyalty programs in the Industry.

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evicol Champions’ Club (FCC) bagged the prestigious Loyalty Awards for Best CSR initiative category. Shram Daan Diwas, an annual event of Fevicol Champions Club, was organized on 20th December 2013. 22000 contractors and wood workers across 145 cities in India came together to donate a day of their labour towards repair work at almost 325 needy institutes. This year the focus was on insti-

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UMA kicked off India’s first relay running property for students with the Mumbai edition of School of Speed at MMRDA grounds today. School of speed is a relay race for children between the 7th and 10th std, with each team comprising of 4 members who each run 1 kilometer to compete for the title of the Fastest Team and School. School of Speed is positioned to get students to take up running at an early stage The Mumbai edition of School of Speed saw Celebrity Rannvijay Singh flag off the relay race with over 250 Mumbai school teams who participated enthusiastically for the title. The prizes were given away by the famous Speedster himself – Armaan Ebrahim, the rising young star of Indian motorsport. In a unique format, all four children from each team ran a total of 4Km together. Teams for School of Speed have been categorized into two age groups of - juniors from 7th-8th grade and seniors from 9th-10th grade for boys and girls both. Key schools such as Podar International, J.B. Petit High School, Bombay Cambridge and a host of other schools participated in the event, an indication that the race was well received by students in Mumbai. KV IIT Powai School made a clean sweep in the junior boys category and St. Mary's bagged the junior girls title. Not to be left behind the senior teams raced competitively to see J.B Petit High School and Bombay Cambridge High School win the title in the senior girls and boys category respectively. School of speed will conclude with the announcement of the fastest school in each city along with the fastest city in India. The national winners in both senior boys and girls categories will get a chance to meet the fastest man on Earth – the one and only Usain Bolt!The Mumbai edition of School of Speed will be followed by the grand finale in Delhi on the 15th of February at Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium.

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THE LOOK OF LOVE

Whether you want to wear your heart on your sleeve or paint the town red, the Woman’s World team puts together a series of adorable outfits that will suit any date you have planned. No date? We recommend you treat yourself to some of these pieces in any case after work date

the coffee on the promenade date If you and your man are the type of couple who prefer to keep things low-key, this is the look for you. Add a little romantic touch with a pink tee and berry bag. Carry a coat too because the seaside can get windy.

Since Valentine’s Day is falling on a Friday, many of you won’t get the opportunity to go home and change before meeting up with your partner or friends. That’s why this little outfit comes in handy. Wear the dress and bag with flats and change into your heels and accessories before leaving office.

pretty bright

Be bright and colourful on your dinner date in this pretty pink dress from Kazo. price `2,990

cute & casual

We love this printed pink top from the Angry Birds collection by Dream Theatre. It’s perfect for a casual date. price `499

tone it down

With all that pink, you need a little break. This sombre tan bag from Zara does the job perfectly. price `5,790

cover up

Feeling a little chilly on your date? Cover up with this gorgeous cardigan from United Colours of Benetton. price `1,999

step up

Add a subtle sprinkle of sparkle to your look with these pretty, pale pink heels from Woods. price `6,495 pretty drops Nothing says pretty in pink like these hexagon drop earrings from Toniq. price `269

fashion forward dark denims

Be comfortable, casual and still look great on your date in these dark denims from Denim Story. price `1,500

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club date

first date

If you and your man are going all out this Valentine’s Day, dress to impress with this sexy but classy outfit. Since your dress is magenta and black, keep the rest of your outfit subtle.

Ladies, on a first date, don’t go all va-va voom sexy. Keep it cute and simple. After all, you want him to be dazzled by your opinions, not your cleavage, right? We hope! Here’s a nice look for a first date.

go for Prints

Add some pretty prints to your look in this breezy dress from Pepe Jeans. Price `1,499 onwards

dazzle & shine

dash of colour

These pretty studded earrings from Swarovski add some much needed bling to your look. Price `5,080

Add a dash of bold colour to your ensemble with this pink and purple bag from Toteteca Bag Works. Price `2,400

getting boxy

A black clutch is an essential. Pick up this black box clutch from Zara. Price `1,890

dress to imPress

We love this pretty pink and black halter dress from Vinegar. It’s perfect for a clubbing date. Price `3,600

time for bling

Missing out on some bling? Wear this slake bracelet from Swarovski. Price `5,080

Pink hearted

Nothing says Valentine’s Day better than this charming pink heart necklace from Swarovski. Price `5,670

heart on a ring

dancing shoes

A statement ring is a good idea when you’re keeping the rest of your look casual. We love this one from Amrapali. Price On request

Pick up these comfortable but stylish black sandals from Jabong.com Price `9,999

coffee & movie date

black & white

For a fun, casual look that’s comfortable, stylish and Valentine themed, this black and white sweater from Marks & Spencer is perfect. Price `2,999

If you and your sweetheart love to check out all the latest movies, this is a great outfit for a movie date. We love the subtle heart, paired with red accessories. It’s cute, comfortable and will let your stomach breathe after all that popcorn.

cover your eyes

Wear these stylish frames from Espirit to block out the sun on the way to your date. Price `4,500 onwards

adorn your wrist

Add a little colour to your look with this pretty bracelet from Bracialeto. Price `13,000

bright feet

Want to add a style statement to your look? Nothing screams fashion better than these bright red shoes from Woods. Price `4,595

light bottoms

red hot

Pick this cute red sling from Zara to carry everything you need for your movie date. Price `1,790

These slim fit jeans from Tommy Hilfiger are perfect for a movie date. Price `4,499

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the mahindra blues festival

Catch Soulmate along with Tedeschi Trucks Band featuring Derek Trucks and Susan Tedeschi with special guests Doyle Bramhall II, Grammy Award-Winning Jimmie Vaughan, Lil’ Ed & The Blues Imperials, Zac Harmon, Soulmate and the Blackstratblues at the Mahindra Blues Festival this weekend on February 15 and 16, at Mehboob Studios, Bandra (W). Passes are available on www.bookmyshow.com as well as at the venue.

Photo credit: Binu JJ

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Singing the blueS

Tipriti Kharbangar is a vocalist who is keeping the blues alive with her band, Soulmate. The musician from Shillong talks to Rhea Dhanbhoora about her music and upcoming performance at The Mahindra Blues Festival this weekend

hillong based band Soulmate was formed in 2003 and released their first record in 2005. Their second album, Moving On, was released in 2009. Having toured India and the world, the band which comprises of guitarist Rudy Wallang and vocalist Tipriti Kharbangar, are all set to bring the blues to Mumbai with their second performance at the Mahindra Blues Festival 2014 (MBF). We talk to Tipriti to find out more about their music and what their third album (which will be launched at the festival) is like. What’s in store for audiences at MBF? Well, we've got something new lined up this time, as we are going to bring our roots to the festival.

Did you always want to be a musician? No, I had no idea that I was going to pursue something I just love doing. As a little girl, something I loved was waking up on Sunday mornings (at 6am!) to go to children’s mass. I would always wait for the part of the service when the choir master told us to open our hymn book to my favourite hymn. I’d be the loudest of them all! What made you and Rudy decide to collaborate together? When Rudy met me, I knew nothing about the blues, but he saw that I had the blues in me. It definitely lives in me, so it was just natural that we started to work together. What’s your one favourite song to perform? I have been writing a lot recently, and there is a song that we are working on often since our third album is about to get released... it’s a song that I wrote, called LIE.

Who are your inspirations and influences? Everything in life inspires me. We turn to things we can relate to and the blues has always been that for me, even when I didn't know what it was. Artists such as Aretha Franklin, Koko Taylor, Etta James, B.B. King and Buddy Guy have always inspired me. Of course, Rudy has inspired me the most. Who do you really admire in the music industry right now? I really admire Eric Clapton for what he is doing for the blues and music in general, as well as his work with rehabilitation. How do you guys handle disputes? We’ve never had any! Decisions are made together and we have a manager, Keith, to advise us as well. Do songs fall into place or do you work on them separately? Rudy writes his songs and I write mine. I write lyrics first then the melody, then I sing it to Rudy and ask for his opinion and we work on it together to make it a complete song. Anything you’d like to tell people before they come see you? (Laughs) Clean your ears so you don’t miss a thing! You’ve played this festival before. Will you come back? Why not?! It’s about the music and we love to play the blues. Do you want your sound to evolve with each new album? This album is different because I have contributed four songs and we recorded it in Mumbai. We tried to get as close as possible to our live sound. We learn different things everyday... so our sound will definitely evolve.

>> Shraddha Soni’s book, I Am Life, is available at www.flipkart.com for `165

fables on philosophy Author of the book I Am Life, Shraddha Soni tells Shirley Mistry about her new book and what compelled her to write this story What are the different issues that your latest book covers? I Am Life is about the purpose of the soul. The philosophies in it convey that life is not a coincidence but an important stage in evolution. It covers the difference between the ego and soul. What is the best way to deal with our common inner conflicts? Identity crisis is the root. We are lost in a socially driven world looking for a mask. We spend all our energy fixing our outer façade and lose touch with ourselves; so we are perpetually role playing. Witnessing and questioning yourself is a way to break out of the role. Ask, ‘Why do I want to do this?’ ‘What is my real intent?’ ‘Do I believe in what I want to do, or is it just to get me attention and approval?’ What inspired you to write this book? I didn’t set out to be an author, this story made me one. I saw this story in a flash of a moment and it got stronger by the day. To calm the clamour, I started making notes on my phone. Months later when I joined them, I realised that I had an entire story. Which authors do you admire? What appeals to you about them? I am a dictionary-worm! It is one book I can claim to have read fully and enjoy reading, as it brings me back to the real meaning of words. I also love The Little Prince by Antoine de Saint Exuper for the simplicity with which profound messages are conveyed. Why did you choose a fable, rather than opting for non-fiction? I am a storyteller. I need characters, drama and a little bit of magic. I always tell friends I have a film studio in my head, so whatever I say will be through a fable. What can readers expect from your next venture? Another mystical fable.

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« ceLeb hit oR miss: GLynda aLves Gives heR veRdict on what the staRs woRe this week « « Preeti Desai ilena D’Cruz

Girls, you don't have to wear super tight jeans and tees to show everyone how slim you are. It just makes you look uncomfortable. Case in point: Preeti. Her pose looks strained and what's with everyone buying ugly shoes? Cheee.

The ganji and jeans look is safe and with ‘Hero’ emblazoned across her chest, Ileana's look wants to come across as cute (and promotional) but it looks cheesy. The jeans are terrible and the boots look very uncomfortable. Great hair though!

Azhar Khan | HRM

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Fashion/Beauty

You SexY Thing

Valentine’s Day is just around the corner and there is no better way to surprise the man in your life by slipping into some sexy lingerie. The Woman's World team brings you their favourite picks reD seParates This casual bra from Zivame has a lace overlay, making it look like you’ve made an effort, without being over the top. Price `1,899

oh, so ClassY!

This simple set from Enamor is just perfect. The jewel tones only add to the glamour. Price `860

a little leather

Add a little edge with this corset and panty set from La Senza. The leather and lace detailing makes this pair a must-have. Price `1,890 onwards

One of fashion's ultimate fails — the double denim look. While we're all for a lightweight denim shirt with a dark pair of jeans, Ariana's jacket is heavy, boxy and studded. Complete with chunky boots, this look gets a thumbs down from us.

Actresses dread turning up to an event dressed in the same outfit as another actress. So, obviously this ganji-jeans getup was part of the contract. Nagris fairs slightly better than Ilena in the jeans department but those shoes are an equal eye sore.

Finally, we can exhale! Sarah shows the other ladies how to rock jeans. Paired with a relaxed tee, the actress looks comfortable and stylish. And at last, shoes that are practical and look good! We love the hair and simple pendant chain too.

ariana aYam

narGis Fakhri

« 5 ways to Rock: a maxi skiRt

Summer is fast approaching and it is time to get your maxi skirts out of the closet. Shirley Mistry tells you how to style them 1. Colour bloCk The easiest way to pull of this trend is by colour blocking. Pair a mint green top with a navy skirt, a shocking blue one with a lemon yellow blouse — the combinations are endless! 2. FitteD at the toP Make sure that the blouse or top you choose is fitted. Since the skirt is flowy, a baggy or loose top gives you a sloppy appearance and ruins your entire look. A plain tank top does the trick.

>> Kim Kardashian takes the maxi skirt and crop top combo and wears it to a formal event without showing too much skin or making it look too casual

Dare to bare

Go all out with this racy thong panty from La Senza. The barely there side strings, strappy back and rhinestone detailing all scream risqué. Price `1,290

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« the top 5: Romantic scents we Love

FlirtY Floral

This balconette bra from Zivame, in shades of grey and pink is cute and sexy. Price `1,999

1. osCar De la renta Something Blue by this iconic brand is one of the most romantic fragrances you're going to find. With mandarin, a touch of neroli and a sprinkling of Lily of the Valley, you'll feel like you're celebrating romance the minute you put this on. Price: `4,000

little hearts laCY blaCk

This corset bra from Zivame is our favourite with just the right amount of lace on it. Price `2,399

2. estÉe lauDer Pleasures is our all-time favourite. The perfume is literally like a bouquet of flowers with fresh lily, peony, jasmine and karo karounde blossoms lending their scent to it. It's a great scent without being sickly sweet. Price: `5,250

3. interestinG Details Since the maxi skirt doesn't have too many variations in terms of cut and style, opt for one that has a slit or a high low hem to mix things up. You can also add an element of interest by pairing a printed skirt with a top that is laser cut or one that has a cut out at the back to create some drama without being over the top. If you have a toned midriff, you can also pair it with a crop top.

3. Chanel We know that No. 5 is the perfume for sexy allure, but try a little romance with an oft under-appreciated but delectable scent from the brand called Chance. With a generous sprinkling of vanilla, jasmine, iris and a heady dose of white musk, walk into a room wearing this perfume and heads are sure to turn. Price `9,500

4. aCCesorise The best way to accessorise your maxi skirt, is with a nice belt. Since maxi skirts are worn higher up than regular ones, the belt will cinch your waist further and enhance the slimmest part of your body. It also helps take away the attention from the problem areas if you are heavy bottom. You can also opt for statement or bib necklaces to accessories your top. For a more subtle and chic look, layer several thin necklaces.

4. Yves saint laurent Want to add a little spice to your relationship? Nothing stirs it up better than this romantic classic. With mandarin, coriander and exotic florals blended into an intense, endearingly romantic scent, Opium is not for the faint-hearted. Price `4,500

5. Dress it uP Maxi skirts can also be worn to a party or a more formal gathering. Pick a fully sequined skirt and pair it with a neutral blouse and a blazer for a chic look. If sequins aren't your thing, pick a skirt in a fabric that has some sheen to it. Pair it with a complementary blouse, a topknot and a dainty clutch for an elegant evening look.

5. DolCe & Gabbana With Scarlett Johansson as brand ambassador, you know you're going to get something utterly desirable with this perfume — and you do. With mandarin, lychee and bergamont as well as a hint of Lily of the Valley, plum, vanilla and even caramel blending brilliantly together — Desire has really earned its name. Price `6,500

GuYs! now that we have Your attention...

For something that is a little fun, pick up this pink, red and black piece from Zivame. The printed hearts keep things fun and casual. Price `1,299

Ditch the blacks and reds this Valentine’s Day and opt for this girly blue set from La Senza. Price `1,290 onwards

This red number from Under Cover Lingerie is cute with a bow at the back and lace detailing. Price `490

PrettY in Pink

Add an element of surprise with this pink embellished bra from La Senza. Price `3,290

size does matter Buying lingerie for your wife or girlfriend isn't something you can do on a whim. If you walk buy a store and like something, chances are you have no idea what size would fit her. And unlike a top or sweater a S, M and L tag doesn't apply. Although it involves a little snooping, dig around your partner’s lingerie to figure out her bra cup size and panty size. Also, stockings come in different sizes depending on height. So, be sure to try and get one as close to your girlfriend's height. Also, don't be scared to ask a sales attendant for help. style issues Make sure that you pick up something that appeals not only to you, but will be appreciated by your partner as well. If she likes black lingerie and you get her something that is neon or something a little too extreme, while she will appreciate you efforts, chances are it will pushed to the back of her wardrobe and it will never see the light of day.

the blues

wraP me uP

While it is extremely sexy to gift your partner lingerie, buying it is tougher than you imagine. Get her something in the wrong style or size, and you could not only end up offending her and wasting your money, but you will have also killed the mood completely. Here's our guide so that you don't mess up:

blaCk beautY

If your tastes lean more towards classy, this black bustier and panty set with lace detailing from La Senza is just the thing for you. Price `1,290 onwards

the right body type Lingerie is all about flattering your body. So, if you pick something that is bound to have squishy bits poking out from here and there when your partner puts it on, she isn't going to be too happy and neither are you. On the other hand, if you get a style that suits curvy bodies and your partner is more on the svelte side, it will hang on her in an unflattering manner. Ask the sales assistant to help you. Quality We probably don't need to say this but we will anyway – get something in the best possible quality. Stay far away from scratchy nylons and stiff nets as she is going to be very uncomfortable wearing the lingerie. Choose something that is luxurious to the touch and has a proper finish.

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« career advice deal with a perSOnal Space invading, meSSy cOlleague My office has an open seating plan and there aren't any dividers between desks. My colleague, who sits next to me, has a ton of stuff lying on her desk. It has reached a stage where piles of papers, books and files are slowly creeping on to my desk. While we are good friends, her desk is messy and the occasional pile of papers collapsing on my desk or the sight of a coffee mug with remnants from two days ago is upsetting me. How do I tell her that she needs to stick to her side of the desk? — Sujata roy, mahim dear Sujata, No one likes a messy colleague so don't worry, you aren't out of line here. While the mess is her business, you aren't wrong if you feel that her piles of dusty papers belong on her desk and not yours. To give her a hint, start sneezing and pretend to wipe down your desk. You could also wonder out loud as to why you are sneezing. This might be a good enough hint to set her straight. If she pays no heed, come in early one morning and clean both desks — yours and hers. When she comes in, tell her you noticed that her desk was awfully messy and since she didn't have the time to tidy up, you tidied it for her while you cleaned up yours. This should be enough to send out the message loud and clear. However, if she still doesn't understand, just tell her that her mess bothers you and is distracting.

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crush control When you consider that you spend nearly 40 hours a week with your colleagues, developing a crush on a co-worker doesn’t seem so unlikely. But, from HR frowning upon an office romance to messy situations, there are a number of tips you need to keep in mind if you have a work crush. Dev Goswami lists them out...

>> There is a very low chance that something like this is ever going to happen between you and your crush. So, stop dreaming and get back to work!

Send your questions to womansworld@afternoondc.in before wednesday

« stuff we like viSiOn expreSS’ new cOllectiOn Of glaSSeS

rushes are natural and can happen when you least expect it. Your workplace, where you spend most of your waking hours, is one of the most likely places for you to develop a crush. But, while crushing on a colleague is fine, what is important is the way you handle it. It is possible that your heart will be saying one thing, while your brain says another. Which do you listen to in such situations? Our tips below will make it easier for you to sort through the confusion.

Vision Express, the eyewear brand, has introduced two brand new collections, the Linear Collection and the Mosaic Collection. The Linear Collection (top) is a unisex range that has a metallic look with hand-finished dual-tone temples. However, it is the women’s Mosaic Collection (bottom) that we’re in love with. The range features some eyecatching colours and is simple but classy. The frames are perfect for everyday wear and feature unique detailing around the temples. where Vision Express outlets in the city price `1,999 onwards

Office pOlicy This is the first thing you should find out, even if you do not intend to act on your feelings. While most organisations aren’t comfortable with workplace relationships, there are a few companies that don’t mind as long as it doesn't get in the way of your work. Whatever your office policy, you need to find out so that you don’t end up damaging your reputation or career.

Keep it private Not just from your crush — don’t even tell the co-worker who you consider to be

your ‘BFF’ about your crush. Information like this is bound to interest your colleagues and will spread like wildfire. And when we say ‘keep it under wraps’ we don’t just mean not talking about it — watch your behaviour and your manner of talking when you’re around your crush — you never know who’s watching!

Stay prOfeSSiOnal Regardless of your office policy, it is important that you keep your interactions with your crush professional. Even if you do decide to act on your feelings, never let your personal affection affect your dealings with him as a co-worker.

StOp daydreaming When you develop a crush on someone, your workplace suddenly becomes more interesting. You look forward to work and will search for the slightest hints or signs that he has similar feelings for you. But, not only can this end up with you living in a fantasy world, it may also affect your career, as you might end up paying more attention to your crush than your work.

So, give yourself a reality check and don’t get carried away by fantasies.

advantage watch In this phase, you will think that your crush can do no wrong. But, if he doesn’t feel the same way about you and finds out about your feelings, it is possible that he might take advantage of you. What may start off as you buying him coffee, might turn into you ‘helping’ him out by doing his assignments, because he is ‘so busy.’ Beware.

prOS & cOnS Finally, we come to the all important question — should you ask your crush out on a date? You need to weigh all the pros and cons before doing so. Would your office be okay with it? Do you think you can manage to be unbiased and professional while dating a colleague? What happens if the two of you break-up? These are just a few questions that you will need to find answers to. And of course, remember that it might just be a small crush.

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beauty brigade Why wait for a man to gift you a Valentine’s Day present? Spoil yourself (or your gal pals) with these deliciously divine beauty products PinK aLert

Who doesn’t like a good pink lipstick? As a V-Day special, Maybelline has launched four hot pink shades called Pink Alert — a limited range under the Color Sensational umbrella. We can’t wait to try these out! Price `375

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« top 5: valentine's day gifting ideas for kids chocoLates

Children love chocolates, what’s better than gifting them a box of their favourite chocolates? If you have the time and the skills, you can even make a batch of your own.

PuzzLes

There is a website called www.puzzlesprint.com that offers to make personalised jigsaw puzzles, and they ship to India. From a poster of your child's favourite cartoon, to a simple heart-shaped jigsaw that says ‘I love you,’ there are a number of different puzzles that you can get your kids.

soft toys

Just like chocolates, you can't ever go wrong with soft-toys. Granted it is not the most unique of ideas, but that doesn’t mean the gift won’t be appreciated. From heart shaped pillows to stuffed animals and cuddly cartoon characters, there are a number of options to choose from and the best part is that you'll get them everywhere.

Kama body & bath oiL

groW your oWn PLant

This oil from Omved is great if you are going all out this Valentine's Day. The ayurvedic herbs and oils that go into this potion promise to relax you and stimulate your senses. It’s perfect to get into the mood if you have a special night planned. Price `990

White musK smoKy rose duo sPritz set

Why not treat yourself to some love as you get ready for Valentine’s Day. The set comprises of a perfume and a body mist to lock in the musky scent of the black smoky rose and tobacco flower. So, instead of the sugary, flowery scents you may be stuck with, give this a whirl this year. Price `3,295

Want to teach your children responsibility? Get them the I Love You Plant Growing Kit that is available on Amazon for approximately `600. It is simple enough for your kids to be able to take care of it (you just have to add water) and makes for a unique, fun gift. The best part is that the leaf has the words ‘I love you’ inscribed on it.

d.i.y

We love this super-cute D.I.Y idea that is great if your kids are in kindergarten and just learning how to write. Get a piece of red cloth. Now, cut out two small heart shapes that are 3-4 cm wide. Stitch them together, leaving a small hole at the bottom — it should be big enough for a pencil to go through. Make as many as you want and use them as pencil toppers.

« love bites

Chef Ranveer Brar from Novotel and Zee Khana Khazaana shares a special V-Day recipe with us

niVea in-shoWer sKin conditioner

If you are running a bit late and don’t have enough time to slather on a rich body butter or moisturiser, this product will save you both the time and effort. The Nivea In-Shower Skin Conditioner is a product you can apply in the shower and rinse off in two minutes (towards the end of your bath), for hydrated, moisturised skin, without any extra effort. Price `250

Peach creme body Wash

If it’s plump, satinsmooth skin you are after, we couldn’t recommend the Peach Creme Body Wash from The Nature’s Co. enough. Apart from giving you smooth and supple skin, it also makes your skin younger and adds a healthy glow. Price `995

ingredients Lancôme L’absoLu VeLours mint LiP baLm

Chapped lips are a huge turn off, especially on Valentine’s Day. Make sure your lips are soothed, smooth and plumped with this Mint Lip Balm from Omved. It is packed with the goodness of sweet almond, sunflower, shea butter, macadamia, kokum butter and the refreshing goodness of mint. Price `250

A perfect red lip never goes out of style. This Valentine’s Day, get a gorgeous red pout with Lancôme L'Absolu Velours in a rich red that will leave your lips with a velvet, matte finish and a wash of rich colour. The best part is that it will stay for hours on your lips without smudging or fading too much. Price `1,600

Sponge: 225g unsalted butter, 350g castor sugar, 3 whole eggs, 350g refined flour, 40g cocoa powder, 10g baking powder, 5g red colour, 250g buttermilk, 5g vinegar, a few drops vanilla extract. Frosting: 100g cream cheese, 100g fresh cream, 100g melted white chocolate.

method

Sponge: Cream butter and sugar till fluffy. Add the whole eggs slowly followed by the dry ingredients. Bake at 170°C and remove once the skewer comes out clean. Frosting: Cream the cream cheese until fluffy, add the fresh cream. Add the melted chocolate. Plate with strawberry compote.

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scared to love?

« sos: solve our situation!

Think you can fix our readers’ complicated problems? Read on... I have a problem that is making me feel really bad. I don’t know quite what to do.

Six months ago, my friend N got engaged. She had given her onagain-off-again boyfriend an ‘ultimatum’ the last time they broke up...

And he came back on his knees! Literally! Hee hee!

There is no good that comes out of being closed towards getting into a relationship, says Shirley Mistry. Take this quiz to find out if you are pushing a probable partner away

Not exactly my idea of romantic... but she was very happy! I was in Thailand on holiday a couple of weeks after N’s announcement, when you can imagine my surprise... then shock and horror... when I see S (N’s fiance) at a club that I was at.

>> Don’t let bad experiences from the past make you skeptical about meeting new people and finding live

s time goes by, playing the dating game may seem like a tiring and exhausting process. Add to that the hurt from past heartbreaks and things can get quite morose. However, is the bitterness from your past ruining your chances of finding true love? Take this quiz to find out. It is Saturday night and your friend calls you to meet a guy she thinks you would hit it off with. What would you do? a. I’d tell her that I have to buy groceries/ do the laundry/ am unwell. Anything to get out of it! b. I’d be a little hesitant but I would trust my friend’s instincts. c. I’d hang up, get dressed and go for it! A new guy you’ve gone on a date with only a few times suggests you both take a hobby class together. How would you react? a. I’d change the topic — immediately! b. I’d think about whether I like this guy enough to commit to taking a class with him. c. Why not? It's a great way to get to know someone better, right? Do you often find that whenever you are dating someone new, the guy asks you all sorts of questions, instead of you telling him things yourself. a. Why does he need to know everything about my life? b. Not really. It’s just the details I’ve forgotten to mention that he asks about. c. No. He knows all that there is to know about me. You spot the guy you’ve been on a date with only a couple of times walking down the street with another woman. How do you react? a. I knew it! All men cheat sooner or later. b. I make a mental note to ask him about it later.

c. I go over to meet him and chat for a bit. When your closest friends talk to you about dating someone, is their advice often sprinkled with words like ‘you need to move on’, ‘learn to let go’ and ‘all men aren’t the same’? a. Yes, that does sound familiar. b. I’ve only heard that when I’ve just broken up with someone. c. No. Never! Mostly As Time to face it — you have a problem. Baggage from past relationships is plaguing your judgment and you constantly have thoughts such as ‘sooner or later it will all fall apart’or ‘he is cheating on me.’ It is unfair to let the bitterness from your past affect the way you see new people. All men aren’t the same and not all of them will cheat on you. Let the bad things that have happened stay in the past. While it is good to open up to someone slowly, clamping yourself shut is a bad idea. Start slowly and you may find that a beautiful relationship is just around the corner. Mostly Bs Neither are you closed to love, nor are you overtly outgoing. You give the other person a fair chance and ease into relationships. You have made peace with your past and don’t let it affect your current relationships. Great going! Mostly Cs There’s nothing in the world that could knock you down. You believe in starting afresh and initiate relationships with an open mind. You don’t let bad experiences from the past deter you. You pick yourself right up and move on. However, don’t jump into things too quicly as you may find yourself in a vulnerable position that you may regret later. Also, your enthusiasm may be mistaken by him as being over-eager, so tone things down a little if you get that vibe.

« dear grace, i have a problem... Dear Grace,

I am a geek and my boyfriend is a major hunk (but also a secret geek). We've been dating for a few months and love spending time together. The problem is that when we go out, everyone is so shocked that he's dating me. People constantly refer to him as 'handsome' while I am the 'smart one.' He finds me attractive but my self-confidence

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has taken a hit. Should I just date someone in my league? — Parineeti Das, Malad Dear Parnieeti, Wow! Some girls have to settle, but you've found a guy who you get along with, who loves you and is handsome (that's just a bonus!). Forget about what people say as it arises from jealousy and their own warped

notions. Remember that looks fade. Sure he's a hunk today, but tomorrow he's going to get old and grey just like the rest of us. What really matters is that you two get along great. Be proud of your handsome man and don't let other people bring you down, as you seem great for each other. Send your questions to womansworld@afternoondc.in

Kissing another woman! It was dark so I kept staring to make sure it was him. Then he suddenly shot a look my way... and here’s where I feel super ashamed of myself. He looked at me and I quickly looked away, pretending that I hadn’t seen him.

I did not confront him, I quickly left the place, hoping they were ‘off-again.’ But, they weren’t and aren’t.

The next morning he was coming over. I got my hair styled, dressed up a bit, bought cupcakes for our coffee break, had conversations with him in my head... Then he rang the bell and I got so nervous, I turned off the lights and pretended not to be at home!

N is thoroughly enjoying being bridezilla, and S’s job, which takes him abroad often, means he could be doing whatever he wants!

"The wedding is in four months. I have not told anyone what I saw for about five. Should I? If ‘yes,’ how?” — BadsMaid a) You waited five months? Why? Are you absolutely sure it was him? Talk to some of his friends. Find out if this is regular for him. And of course you need to tell her. Maybe broach the matter with a hypothetical ‘what if’ scenario. b) Can you talk to him? Make him tell her. c) Don’t tell her. If this is a reason for their on-off relationship, then N can’t not know who he is. And about her ultimatum... maybe this way they are both getting what they want. LAST WEEK: Tania should pick Option C: Talk to her, don’t tell her off. Highlight your good experiences and reason out the bad. Let her in on your Mumbai.

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Common problem in men

I am 49 years old and suffering from what may be a common problem in men of my age. My wife is an extremely loving person. Problem of PE began in 1998-99 but I could manage to satisfy her. But this recent problem has has me stumped. I do not get proper erection and get PE while trying to penetrate. This has been happening since last few months. I do not suffer from diabetes or BP, or any other problem. Please advise. YOU seem to be experiencing Erectile Dysfunction (ED) as well as Premature Ejaculation (PE). As far as erectile dysfunction is concerned, there are many organic (physical) as well as psychogenic causes for this problem. If it is due to psychogenic or situational causes, the treatment will be “sex counselling” and “supportive therapy”. If the cause is organic or constitutional, then appropriate medical or surgical measures will have to be undertaken. Your other problem is premature ejaculation.

HEART TO HEART Dr. Rajan B. Bhonsle M.D. (Bom) Consulting Sex Therapist & Counsellor

Dr. (Mrs.) Minnu R. Bhonsle Ph.D. Consulting Psychotherapist & Counsellor

There are no medical causes for premature ejaculation. It is essentially of a psychobehavioral and relational origin. Ejaculating early is a learned reflex response that can be effectively reconditioned when a man and a woman actively pursue learning ejaculation control together. You need to increase your awareness of the sensations of arousal building so that you can identify the level of your arousal. Secondly, awareness of sensations of arousal and ejaculatory control can be learned by following a step-by-step process. Couples are taught to use the ‘squeeze technique’ or the ‘stop-start technique’. Besides techniques, certain exercises for sphincter control and using a condom may help in some cases.

Why she needs to evade sex?

I have been married for approx four years with a child aged two. Earlier we enjoyed great sex 4-5 times in a week. It’s just that she just does not feel interested towards sex now. Last month we had sex only once in the entire month. This is getting somewhat annoying; as a result I don’t like interacting with her much.

Request your advice. IT is important to understand why she needs to evade sex. Is it because she has been left unsatisfied or has had some painful experiences of the sexual act with you? Is it because of fear of pregnancy? Is it because she disapproves of some sexual behavior you demand? Is it because she considers the sexual act as sinful, dirty etc. due to religious reasons? Is it because she has unresolved emotional issues with you and so cannot give in to intimacy without resolving them? Is she unwell? Is she overworked? Is she involved with someone else? All this needs to be explored with your wife. I suggest that both of you have a session with a good sex counsellor to reach to the bottom of the matter. Heart To Heart Counselling Centre runs Certificate courses in Counselling & Sex Education at 10 Jerbai Baug, Byculla (E), Mumbai-27. Tel: 22184528 / 9821093902. Email: hthindia@gmail.com www.hearttoheartindia.net

What the cards say: You need to take stock Path: Trace where you have gone wrong. Don’t be rash and reckless Ally: Analytical Gemini will make you see things. Avoid Cancer and their preconceived thinking Card for the week: Tarot key no. III The Empress. Abundance is coming your way. Giving and enjoy giving is the way to richness

What the cards say: Time to plan the future Path: Listen to others and learn from experience. Don’t jump to conclusion but be consultative Ally: Libra show you balance. Avoid Scorpio who will make you one-sided Card for the week: Tarot key no. XX Judgement invites to look at yourself objectively. Your immense potential opens up with right perspective

What the cards say: You will reap as you have sown Path: Be sincere and honest. Don’t pretend or make believe. See things as they are Ally: Your ally this week Taurus who will be firm with you. Avoid slippery Pisces who could be as changeable as you Card for the week: Tarot key no. XIII Death. It is important that you change radically for the happiness that awaits you. Get out of the rut

What the cards say: There will be a price to pay Path: Give and let go. Don’t be self oriented and have a narrow perspective Ally: Scorpio will support you. Stay away from Aquarius who could rock the boat Card for the week: Tarot key no. XVI The Tower. Your ego will take a beating. There could be a public catharsis. Free yourself from the prison of wrong ideas and thoughts. There could be a sudden insight which could change your perspective

What the cards say: Your unconventionality could pose a problem Path: Know yourself and go with what you really believe in. Don’t rebel for the sake of rebelling and cause yourself pain Ally: Virgo will cool you down. Avoid Aries who could fan your impulsiveness Card for the week: Tarot key no. XI Justice. You will need to take a stance. Don’t sit on the fence of self interest

What the cards say: Cultivate discernment Path: Learn what life is teaching you. Don’t make the same mistake again and again Ally: Scorpio will show you the true picture. Don’t get confused by Gemini Card for the week: Tarot key no. VIII Strength. Find the strength within to face the truth and go with it. Expediency will result in loss

What the cards say: It is a new day Path: Be free of your past. It is over. Don’t brood but move on in life Ally: Taurus will make you strong. Don’t tangle with Scorpio. He/She could hurt you Card for the week: Tarot key no. XIV Temperance. Balance needs to be restored for healing that is at hand. The elixir of life and happiness can be mixed by you…so go ahead

What the cards say: Be kind and connect with the pain that you have caused Path: Openness to the truth and courage to face yourself. Don’t pretend that you have done nothing Ally: Aquarius will show you the truth. Be careful of Cancer who could misguide you Card for the week: Tarot key no. XVII The Star. The card Indicates insight and deep understanding that will help you in unraveling matters. It could bring back the stars

What the cards say: Your impulse could make you selfish Path: Be committed. Don’t take relationships too casually Ally: The mature Virgo will be a good friend. Avoid Capricorn, you will get bored with them Card for the week: Tarot key no. IX The Hermit. The wisdom of the hermit will show you the light. A sudden illumination could transform your thinking

What the cards say: Too much planning could make you lack spontaneity Path: Your emotions need to flow. Don’t grab at things but flow Ally: Gemini will give you good advice. Don’t depend on Virgo Card for the week: Tarot key no. XII The Hanged Man. Surrender to God could transform your destiny

What the cards say: See things objectively Path: Understand your own weakness. In it is your liberation. Don’t be afraid. There is a way out Ally: Libra will show you the truth. Avoid Cancer who will make you cling to things Card for the week: Tarot key no. XIII Death. Change is the order of the day. It will bring a new and radiant tomorrow

What the cards say: Rein in your imagination Path: Judge correctly and don’t be influenced by others. Stick to your judgment Ally: Seek advice from a Scorpio who will know how to make you feel confident. Don’t go with high strung Sagittarius or Aries Card for the week: Tarot key no. X Wheel of Fortune. It is rotating. It could mean uncertainty and change. Good luck will come your way

-19 February 1a3 y d rs Thu to y d e W nesda

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TOP VIEW We have recently approved the in-principle setting up of a payment system which will facilitate the funds transfer from bank account holders to those without accounts through ATMs. The key to cheap and universal payments and remittances will be if we can find a safe way to allow funds to be freely transferred between bank accounts and mobile wallets, as well as cashed out of mobile wallets, through a much larger and ubiquitous network of business correspondents.

RBI Governor, Raghuram Rajan

Adopt A Wait And Watch Policy

NSE India: CNX Nifty — Daily Market Report for: Thursday (February 13, 2014) (Based on the activity of the previous trading day) by Dominic Rebello

REVIEW OF THE PREVIOUS DAY: The Nifty rose marginally on Wednesday (February 12, 2014) a net 21.30 points (0.35%) and closed at the 6084 point level. The market opened up with a gap at the 6085 points level. It then rose further and registered the day’s high at the 6106 points level at 11.03 a.m. The index then declined steadily and registered the day’s low at the 6077 points level at 2.35 p.m. It then rose and turned into a range bound movement until closing at the day. The Nifty remained above its previous close throughout the session and moved in a narrow range of 29 points. Sentiment was mixed and amongst the 50 Nifty stocks 24 were gainers, 25 were losers and 1 remained unchanged. Substantial buying was seen in capital goods and oil & gas stocks, while substantial selling was seen in metal stocks. TECHNICAL ANALYSIS: Volume: Volume (Qty shares) increased 2.95%. This change is small and indicates a moderate participation by investors.

Market Breadth: Overall Market Breadth on the NSE was negative. Amongst all the traded stocks, 654 were gainers, 786 were losers and 72 remained unchanged. Slow Stochastic Indicator: The Slow Stochastic Oscillator has risen in the neutral zone. The Slow K line in the Stochastic Oscillator is above the slow D line (positive if it continues). RSI Indicator: The RSI is above the 40 level and is now rising (positive if it continues).

MACD Indicator: The MACD is below zero and is rising (positive if it continues). It is below its 9-day Average (negative).

Overall Market Strength/Weakness: The indicators and oscillators discussed here are indicating a neutral market but with a positive bias. Support 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 = 6089 (This is the level where the trend is likely to change during intra-day). Support (1) = 6072. Support (2) = 6060. Resistance (1) = 6101. Resistance (2) = 6119.

OUTLOOK FOR TODAY:

On Japanese candlestick patterns the index has formed a second consecutive doji pattern. This indicates that the indecisiveness amongst investors continues. The next candle formation will confirm whether the bias is towards the buy or sell side of the market.However, the index is above its 5 and 200 days moving average. Further, the velocity parameters are neutrally trended. Both these indicate a positive bias.But the index is still below its 15 and 25 days moving averages and both the averages are declining. This is negative. As such these are mixed signals. Investors are advised to adopt a wait and watch policy, until a clear reversal signal is visible.

Work with strict stop losses on all positions

ADX Indicator & DI Lines: The +DI line is below the –DI line but both lines are converging (positive if it continues). The ADX is flat while the Market Index is rising. No signal here. MOVING AVERAGES (TREND INDICATORS) The index: Is above its 5-day average (at 6059) Positive. Is below its 15-day average (at 6098) Negative. Is below its 25-day average (at 6167) Negative. Is above its 200-day average (at 5980) 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.

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NEWS FLASH

Passenger fares, freight rates left untouched in rail budget India to double renewable power capacity by 2017 GMR Infra's net loss widens to Rs 441 cr in Dec quarter RCF Q3 net falls 28% to Rs 52.90 cr Uninor Q3 loss at Rs 132 cr OVL raises $2.5 billion to fund Mozambique gas stake buy HT Media Q3 net profit at Rs 67.02 cr.

BUSINESS BRIEFS

Gift sales to touch Rs 18,000 cr in V-day week

Notwithstanding the lingering economic slowdown, companies are ready to cash in on Valentine's Day celebrations and sales of gifts such as flowers, chocolates, toys and gadgets are expected to touch a whopping Rs 18,000 crore during the week, a survey has found. "The size of the market is large since V-Day is not a single-day fete but celebrated throughout the week. The spending during V-Day week will be 25 per cent higher than last year, which was about Rs 15,000 crore in 2013.

Govt Raises Rs 1,846 Cr Demand From 5 Telcos

The government has raised a demand of Rs 1,846.51 crore from five telecom companies based on a special audit for two consecutive assessment years starting 2006-07, Parliament was informed yesterday. On the basis of special audit reports of five telecom group companies, the Department had raised the demand of Rs 1,846.51 cr (Rs 896.05 cr principal and Rs 950.46 cr as interest up to November 2012 and February 2013.

Piramal Fund To Lend $500 Mn To Realty

Piramal Enterprises (PE) yesterday announced a tie-up with a subsidiary of the Canada Pension Plan Investment Board (CPPIB), to jointly lend USD 500 million (about Rs 3,100 crore) to residential projects across the country. Both the partners will contribute USD 250 million each and the funds will be deployed in the top housing markets, including Mumbai, Pune, Delhi, Bangalore and Chennai, Piramal Enterprises Chairman Ajay Piramal said.

JLL Raises Rs 161 Cr

Property consultant Jones Lang LaSalle India has raised Rs 161 cr from institutional investors and HNI's for its small housing projects across 7 major cities. "Jones Lang LaSalle India’s Segregated Funds Group has made a final closing of its maiden real estate fund in India Residential Opportunities Fund–I (ROF–I) at Rs 160.75 cr (USD 27 million approx.)," the company said in a statement.

$ USD 4.75 Bn Outflows In 2013

India-focused offshore funds and exchange-traded funds (ETFs) registered outflows totalling USD 4.75 billion in 2013, despite overseas investors pumping in a staggering USD 20 billion into the country's market.

SEBI To Consider New Corporate Governance Code Today

By A Business Reporter

apital markets regulator Sebi will consider a proposal for new corporate governance code for listed

transactions of company executives from the unlawful and serious trading offences. Besides, to help the mutual fund industry create

companies and their top executives, among other issues, today. The new corporate governance code would require listed companies to justify high executive salaries, put in place an orderly succession plan, adopt a whistle-blower policy for employees and limit the number of directorship a person can hold on company boards. Various other measures to safeguard the interest of minority shareholders are also part of the proposed norms. These norms, along with an overhaul of nearly two decade-old insider trading norms, would be taken up by the SEBI board meet, scheduled in Delhi. Under the proposed norms on insider trading many new categories of persons, including public servants, regulatory officials, judiciary and government officials, dealing with unpublished price-sensitive information, are being brought under the purview of insider trading. At the same time, new norms would also seek to clearly differentiate between 'innocent mistakes' and genuine

more understanding and better positioning of products amongst investors, the market regulator will also consider a long-term policy for mutual funds, in its meeting tomorrow. Other issues likely to be discussed include additional fundraising avenues in capital markets, including through real estate and infrastructure investment trusts. A final decision on these fronts, however, is expected only after the government decides on tax treatment for such instruments. It is also proposed to introduce a new concept of 'Corporate Governance Rating' by independent agencies to monitor the level of compliance by the listed companies, in addition to regular inspection by SEBI and stock exchanges. The new norms also talk about a greater alignment of CEO salaries with the performance and goals of the company, as also mandatory disclosure of ratio of remuneration paid to the each of their directors and their median staff salary. Similar provisions have been made in the new Companies Act.

Kingfisher Financial Results Questioned By A Business Reporter

uditors of grounded Kingfisher Airlines have said the company's financial results for the quarter ended December 31, 2013, are not in accordance with the "generally accepted accounting standards". Kingfisher Airlines reported a net loss of Rs 822.42 crore for the third quarter ended December 31, 2013. The airline which has not flown for more than a year, had reported a loss of Rs 755.17 crore a year earlier. With it’s planes remaining grounded, the airline had nil sales in the reporting quarter, similar to zero sales a year ago. The auditors, B K Ramadhyani & Co, said the accounting method used by the airline to calculate costs incurred on maintenance and repairs of aircraft was "not in accordance with generally accepted accounting standards prevalent in India."

(L to R) Shri Ashishkumar Chauhan, MD & CEO, BSE Ltd; Shri Rajeev Kumar Agarwal, Whole Time Member (WTM), SEBI; Shri Vijay Kalantri, President, All India Association of Industries (AIAI); Shri S. V. Murali Dhar Rao, Executive Director, SEBI; Shri Chandrakant Salunkhe, Founder & President, SME Chamber of India; Shri Balasubramaniam V Chief Business Officer, BSE Ltd; Shri Ajay Thakur, Head – SME, BSE Ltd and Shri Nehal Vora, Chief Regulatory Officer, BSE Ltd at the lighting of the lamp ceremony during the launch of Institutional Trading Platform on BSE SME on Tuesday, 11th February, 2014 at BSE Ltd.

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A series of articles designed to hand hold SSC students as they revise towards the Boards 2014

THE GUILLOTINES

TODAY’S BEST VIEWING

During the Manchurian-ruled Qing Dynasty, Emperor Yong Zheng established a secret assassination squad known as the Guillotines to eliminate all who opposed him. Once heavily favored by the Emperor, the Guillotines are deemed expendable once Emperor Qian Long ascends to the throne and adopts Western ideas and technology. To consolidate his power under a new regime, the Emperor continues to use the Guillotines to persecute the conquered Han Chinese in a reign of terror and oppression. HBO, 9 p.m.

AMERICAN HORROR STORY

SOAPS & SERIALS

Fiona enters into a love affair, while Queenie goes out with Delphine. Meanwhile, Cordelia must make a decision about her mother. Star World, 11 p.m.

BEINTEHAA

In tonight`s episode you will see, Aaliya and Zain leave for the party in the car where Zain asks her to get the bouquet. Further, Aaliya forgets her purse and phone in the car but when she comes back to take money, she’s unable to find Zain and she gets lost in the crowded streets of Mumbai where she is further attacked by some goons. Color s, 9 p.m.

EK BOOND ISHQ

While Mrityunjay and Tara are explaining the whole Ramnagar story to Jairaj, Rudra is fuming in anger as he was unsuccessful in every attempt to ruin them. Restless and hyper, Rudra Pratap accidently reveals his hideout place. What is this hideout place? And will the truth about his surface? Life Ok, 8.30 p.m .

WILD ASIA

Asia is one of the most beautiful and varied regions of the world and its forests hold many interesting creatures that have adapted in the face of adversity. WILD ASIA brings for its viewers Asia’s untamed wilderness and an intimate look at the amazing animals that call wild Asia home. From India to Indonesia to Japan, explore Asia’s sparkling shorelines, arid deserts and lush rainforests, unveiling the exotic mysteries hidden within this continent of contrasts. Anim al Plan et, 8 p.m.

FOOD FACTORY

Behind each bag of chips, can of beer, bar of chocolate and loaf of bread is a mega-industrial production line that brings each product to the masses. FOOD FACTORY is a mesmerising behind-the-scenes peek into the weird and wonderful processes that produce everyone’s favourite foods. From fresh ingredients to finished products, the series reveals in awe-inspiring detail just how mass-produced favourites are really made. Put on a hard hat and get ready to meet the food. Discover y, 8 p.m .

COMBAT TECH

COMBAT TECH showcases the biggest and best war machines on battlefields around the globe, tune in as the show gets bigger and better as it travels the world to see the elite technology from

THE PAROLE OFFICER

American Horror Story, Star World, 11 p.m.

the land, sea and air - and meets the brave soldiers who operate them every day. Discover y Science, 10 p.m.

EK NANAD KI KHUSHIYON KI CHAABI — MERI BHABHI

Puru and Kunal reach Shergill house and Puru asks for Shraddhas hand from zor and Amrit. The Shergill family is shocked Anand and Kittu are happy. Puru convinces the family that Shraddha and Kunal love each other. Shraddha hears all this and starts getting emotional. Amrit and zor agree for it and Puru says that they wont tell Kamini about this now. We will do roka without telling her. Amrit asks Ashish not to tell this to Jaya because she will tell this to Kamini. Star Pl us, 8 p.m.

EKK NAYI PECHCHAN

Karan and Sakshi talking on phone, Sakshi sounds upset. Karan makes her smile with his mimic of Suresh. Sakshi feels guilty for Sharda. Latika and chirag surprised to know about Sharda. Suresh ignores Sharda. Sharda boils badam in olive oil for Dadi’s headache. Sakshi tells to Sharda to go for coaching class, Sharda denies. Sakshi feels guilty. Karan come to Sakshi and tries to make her feel light. While talking he asked Sakshi’s favorite flowers. Sakshi finds all room messy and start arranging his mess with smile. Karan plan’s a surprise for Sakshi. Sharda apologies to Suresh. Sakshi finds a gift in the kitchen. Sharda feels guilty for missing the class. Sony T V, 8.30 p.m.

MOVIES OF THE DAY

Failed parole officer Simon Garden (Coogan) is framed for a murder committed by one of Manchester’s leading police constables. The only evidence proving his innocence is a CCTV video tape locked inside a bank vault. With the help of four inept excriminals and token love interest Emma (Lena Headey), Garden must break into the bank and steal the CCTV footage in order to clear his name. Zee Stu dio, 8.35 p.m.

ROBOCOP 2

After a successful deployment of the Robocop Law Enforcement unit, OCP sees its goal of urban pacification come closer and closer. But as this develops, a new narcotic known as “Nuke” invades the streets led by God-delirious leader Kane. As this menace grows, it may prove to be too much for Murphy to handle. OCP tries to replicate the success of the first unit, but ends up with failed prototypes with suicidal issues... until Dr. Faxx, a scientist straying away from OCP’s path uses Kane as the new subject for the Robocop 2 project, a living God. Pix 9 p.m .

HEY RAM

The film starts with Saketh Ram as a very old man and almost immediately goes into flashback. As a young man he is among his friends, in conviviality. He has taken a Bengali wife, Aparna, and everything is wonderful in his life. But the year is 1946, and the imminent independence of India from British suzerainty is complicated by religious antagonism between the Hindu majority and the large Muslim minority, who demand their own independent state. Saketh and Aparna visit Calcutta; rioting is

P.M. 2.00 3.00 4.00 4.30 5.00 5.30 6.00 7.00 8.00 8.30 9.00 10.00 11.00 P.M. 2.00 3.00 4.00 4.30 6.00 7.00 8.00

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Castle Person of Interest Last Man Standing DADS The Goldergs New Girl Castle Person of Interest III Community Modern Family Revolution II Betrayal American Horror Story Coven

ZEE CAFÉ

Switched At Birth The Big Bhang Theory Crazy Hidden Camera Just for Laughs Switched At Birth The Big Bang Theory American Funniest Home The Middle Being Erica Switched At Birth Perception

BIG CBS LOVE

SONY TV

Crime Patrol CID Crime Patrol Main Na Boolungi Ek Nayi Pehchaan Desh Ki Beti Nandini Kehta Hai Dil Jee Le Zara 10.00 Maharana Pratap

DIL CHAHATA HAI

Three young men Akash, Sameer, and Siddharth are close friends, but their tastes and characters are completely incompatible. So when Siddharth falls in love with a much older woman, Tara, a woman who has been unsuccessful in keeping her marriage intact as well as alcohol-dependent, widens the rift between the trio, forcing them to part company. Years later, the trio will be re-united, they will be much mature and understanding, but will they still accept Siddharth love for Tara, especially when they themselves have fallen in love with women around their respective ages? B4U, 9 p.m.

10.30 Bade Achhe Lagte Hai 11.00 Crime Patrol

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 Ek Mutthi Aasmaan 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 2.30 FIR 3.00 Baal Veer

DDI (Main Channel)

P.M. 2.30 3.00 3.30 4.00 4.35 5.00 5.30 6.00 6.55 7.00 7.25 8.00 8.15 8.30 9.00 9.30 10.00

10.30 The Web of Life 11.00 River Monsters P.M. 2.00 2.30 3.00 4.00 5.00 5.30 6.00 7.00 8.00 9.00 10.00 11.00

DISCOVERY

Planet Dinosaur Destroyed In Seconds Food Factory Man Woman Wild Magic of Science How Do They Do It? Wildest Arctic Swords Food Factory Dual Survival Last Man Standing World’s Strangest

SCIENCE

P.M. 2.00 How It’s Made 3.00 How Tech Works 4.00 Through The Wormhole with Morgan Freeman 4.50 Dark Matters 5.40 How It’s Made

News in Marathi Ayushaman Bhava Sukh Pahata Lochani Tiwalya Bawalya Kalpataru News in Marathi Amhi Karbharni Krishi Darshan Patla Tar Ghya News in Marathi Dam Dama Dam News Samachar Pavitra Bandhan Dil Jo Kah Na Saka Saraswatichandra Poorva Suhani Aayi Re

MOVIE CHANNELS

P.M. 1.00 3.00 5.00 7.00 9.00 11.00 A.M 7.30 9.30

Ek Nayi Pehchaan, Sony TV, 8.30 p.m. Beintehaa, Colors, 9 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 Adventures 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 India’s Got Talent Sanskaar: Dharohar Apnon Ki Sasural Simar Ka Balika Vadhu Madhubala Beintehaa Rangrasiya Uttaran Bani – Ishq da Kalma Balika Vadhu

SAHARA ONE

2.00 Aakhir Bahu Bhi Toh Beti Hee Hai 2.30 Firangi Bahu 3.00 Desh Ke Dushman: Raaj Kumar

4.30 Jeannie Aur Juju 6.00 Taarak Mehta Ka… 8.00 Baal Veer 8.30 Taarak 9.00 Chidiya Ghar 9.30 Jeanie Aur Juju 10.00 Lapataganj-Ek Baar Phir 10.30F I R 11.00 Taarak Mehta

ZEE MARATHI

P.M. 2.00 Tu Tithe Mee 2.30 Eka Lagnachi Tisari Goshta 3.00 Honar Suun Me Hya Gharachi 3.30 Juluni Yeti Reshimgathi 4.00 Pakke Shejari 5.00 Tu Thithe Mee 5.30 Honar Soon Me Hya Gharachi 6.00 Eka Lagnachi Tisari Goshat 6.30 Home Minister 7.00 Tu Tithe Mee 7.30 Radha Hi Bawri 8.00 Honar Suun Me Hya Gharachi 8.30 Juluni Yeti Reshimgathi 9.00 Eka Lagnachi Tisari Goshta 9.30 Asmita 10.30 Julun Yeti Reshimgathi 11.00 Honar Soon Mee Hya Gharachi

ANIMAL PLANET

P.M. 2.00 3.00 3.30 4.00 5.00 6.00 7.00 8.00 9.00 10.00

Be The Creature Fit for the Wild The Web of Life Wildest Island Baby Planet AP Safari Predation Wild Asia Be The Creature Fit For The Wild

9.00 10.00 10.30 11.00

Modern Marvels Ancient Aliens American Daredevils Cosentino Axmen Pawn Stars Kings of Restoration Ultimate Soldier Challenge Modern Marvels Pawn Stars American Daredevils Ancient Aliens

NAT. GEOGRAPHIC

P.M. 2.00 Test Your Brain 3.00 Return of the Clouded Leopard 4.00 Mega Factories 5.00 Megacities 6.00 Brain Games 7.00 Mega Factories 8.00 Killer Shots 9.00 Monsoon Railway 10.00 Air Crash Investigation 11.00 Taboo

STAR SPORTS1

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10.30 11.00

Ashes Heroes Switch Hit Jai Ho Hockey India League 14 h/ls Ashes Heroes Switch Hit Ashes Heroes Jai Ho Hockey India League 14 h/ls Star Power Hockey India League 14: Kalinga Lancers vs Uttar Pradesh Wizards Switch Hit Star Power

STAR SPORTS4

DDII (Metro Channel) Samachar. News Sports News Campus News Samachar. News. Samachar Rajyon Se Samachar. Metro Scan Business Wrap Samachar News

HISTORY CHANNEL

P.M. 2.00 3.00 4.00 4.30 5.30 6.30 7.00 8.00

7.00 7.53

10.30 Buniyaad 11.00 Rangoli 11.30 National Programme of Dance Mohiniattam by Hari Priya Sarma P.M. 2.00 2.30 3.00 3.30 4.00 4.30 5.00 5.30 6.05 6.30 7.00 7.30

6.00 The Gadget Show 7.00 Through The Wormhole with Morgan Freeman 8.00 How It’s Made 9.00 How Tech Works 10.00 Combat Tech 11.00 Massive Engines

Rangoli, DDI, 11 p.m. 8.00 8.05 8.15 8.20 8.30 10.00 10.30 11.00

News Night Parliament News Samachar Sansad Samachar News Night Late Edition Raat Saddhe Dus Khel Samachar

P.M. 1.00 Barclays Premier League 3.00 Premier League World 3.30 Sochi Winter Olympic Games 14 11.00 Premier League World

TEN CRICKET

P.M. 2.00 Aus Tour of SA 14 1st Test Day 2 9.30 ICC Cricket 360 10.00 Aus Tour of SA 11 h/ls 1st Test Day 2

STARMOVIES

Anaconda 2 Fast 2 Furious WALL_E The Artist Ratatouille The Shepherd

My Best Friend’s Wedding Hitch

HBO

P.M. 12.22 Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade 2.35 Bloodsport 4.16 Get Smart 6.23 Jack Reacher 9.00 The Guillotines 11.12 Romeo Must Die A.M. 8.15 Romeo Must Die 10.23 Get Smart P.M. 1.00 3.15 4.55 6.40 8.35 10.30 A.M. 10.30

DOORDARSHAN

The Parole Officer, Zee Studio, 8.35 p.m.

reported, but Saketh goes out to get some food, and he soon encounters a Hindu woman being chased by Muslim rioters. He rescues her, but the rioters later come to his house, and brutally rape and then kill his wife. Saketh is devastated and takes to the streets, determined personally to kill as many Muslims as he can find. He meets up with Sriram Abhiyankar, who is leading a group of Hindu extremists, and Saketh becomes temporarily taken with the cause himself. At the same time, he is persuaded to ... Filmy, 9 p.m.

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STAR WORLD

P.M. 2.00 Britain’s Next Top Model 3.00 NCIS 4.00 Maximum Exposure 5.00 The X Factor 6.00 90210 7.00 Jamie’s 30 Min Meals 7.30 Maximum Exposure 8.00 Jamie’s 30 Min Meals 8.30 Rules of Engagement 9.00 90210 10.00 BNTM 11.00 NCIS P.M. 2.00 4.00 6.00 8.00 8.30 9.00 9.30

RATATOUILLE

A rat named Remy dreams of becoming a great French chef despite his family’s wishes and the obvious problem of being a rat in a decidedly rodent-phobic profession. When fate places Remy in the sewers of Paris, he finds himself ideally situated beneath a restaurant made famous by his culinary hero, Auguste Gusteau. Despite the apparent dangers of being an unlikely and certainly unwanted - visitor in the kitchen of a fine French restaurant, Remy’s passion for cooking soon sets into motion a hilarious and exciting rat race that turns the culinary world of Paris upside down. Star Mov ies, 9 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

ZEE STUDIO

Running Scared The Hitcher The Grudge 3 Freaky Friday The Parole Officer Drag Me To Hell The Romantics

PIX

P.M. 12.50 Hansel and Gretel: Witch Hunters 2.35 True Legend 5.00 Species 7.07 Lake Placid: The Final Chapter 9.00 Robocop 2 11.26 Robocop A.M. 9.00 The Tourist 11.04 Hancock P.M. 2.30 5.30 8.00 10.50 A.M. 9.30

STAR GOLD

P.M. 2.00 3.30 5.00 7.30

Tom and Jerry Tales Oggy and the Cockroaches The Regular Show Adventure Time Oggy and the Cockroaches Roll No 21 Ben 10 Alien Force Johnny Tesst Tom and Jerry Show Tom and Jerry Kids Show Ben 10 Ultimate Alien Roll No 21 Bas Karo Henry

POGO

Dholakpur Ke Villains Special Chhota Bheem On World Tour Return of Hanuman Chhota Bheem Ki Badi Duniya 9.00 Mr Bean the Animated Series

Ratatouille, Star Movies, 9 p.m.

Na Tum Jaano Na Hum: Saif Ali Khan

MAX

ZEE CINEMA

P.M. 2.30 Vaishanavi: Anushka 5.30 Krantiveer: Nana Patekar 8.30 Kasam Hindustan Ki: Jayam Ravi A.M. 11.15 Ek Vivah Aisa Bhi: Sonu Sood

CVO

P.M. 2.00 Zammindar: Vijay Kantha 5.30 Qurbani Rang Layegi: S Dutt 9.00 Hum Ho Gaye Aap Ke: Fardeen Khan A.M. 9.30 Do Dilon Ki Dastaan: Sanjay Dutt

FILMY

P.M. 12.00 My Name Is Anthony Gonsalves: Nikhil 3.00 Lajja: Anil Kapoor 6.00 Jo Bole So Nihal: Sunny Deol 9.00 Hey Ram: Kamal Hassan A.M. 9.00 Prem Geet: Raj Babbar

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CARTOON NETWORK

P.M. 2.00 3.00 4.00 4.30 6.00 8.00 9.00 10.00 11.00 A.M. 8.00 9.00 10.00 11.00

Dil Tera Aashiq The Fighterman Saleem Meri Taaqat Mera Faisla Sapoot: Akshay Kumar

P.M. 1.00 Hum: Amitabh Bachchan 5.30 Kya Super Kool Hai Hum: Ritesh Deshmukh 9.00 Lage Raho Munna Bhai: Sanjay Dutt A.M. 7.00 Qayamat Se Qayamat Tak: Aamir Khan 10.30 Mujhse Dosti Karoge: Hrithik Roshan

P.M. 12.00 3.00 6.00 9.00 A.M. 8.00

ZEE TALKIES

P.M. 2.00 Taani: Ketaki M 4.30 Kamaal Majhya Bayakochi: Laxmikant Berde 7.00 Ashi Hi Banwabanvi: Ashok Saraf 9.30 No Entry Pudhe Dhoka Ahe: Bharat Jadhav

B4U

Prem Kahani: Rajesh Khanna HLife Ki Script: Ronit Roy Maachis: Tabu Dil Chahata Hai: Aamir Khan Budha Mil Gaya: Navin Nischol

Hey Ram, Filmy, 9 P.M.

10.00 11.00 A.M. 8.00 8.30 9.00 10.00 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

Takeshi’s Castle MAD

Thomas and Friends Kumbh Karan Mr Bean Dholakpur Ke Villians Special

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 Slokk Doraemon Toy Story

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 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 11.00 Kick Buttowski

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IT’S ALL ABOUT Actors from

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Sudha Chandran who replaced Mona Ambegaonkar in Manish R. Goswami's ‘Kaisa Yeh Ishq Hai Ajab Ra Risk Hai' on Life Ok, is a success story in herself. Despite losing her leg in an accident, she continued dancing after being fitted with a Jaipur foot. She became a star with films like ‘Pati Parmeshwar’ and went on to become the queen vamp of television in the iconic show ‘Kahin Kisi Roz’ with her character Ramola Sikand. In a brief chat with the danseuse, here is what she said By Sandeep Hattangadi

What have been the landmarks in your career? My failures and successes have been the landmarks of my career. Had I not failed, I wouldn't have fought to be successful. My turning points were my first movie 'Mayuri' and the serial 'Kahin Kisi Roz'.

You are a success story in terms of your acting career as well as in the way you handled the tragedy that struck you. Your story was made into a film and is a part of school text books also. How does it feel? I feel so honored. Everyone reads about important people and their lives. I feel honored to be the reel and real life heroine. I feel good that I've been strong enough to handle my life and have never fallen down. What changes do you find in the TV industry over the years? I've seen no changes at all. I'm back after a break and it seems the same. Only the themes have moved from metro to retro now. Were you apprehensive about replacing Mona Ambegaonkar in the show?

I wasn't apprehensive, but yes, each actor leaves a benchmark and a color that they give to the character, and therefore, you need to work hard. I am very glad I got this role because it's challenging for me. I need to do my homework before I get to work. I am used to playing metro and elite rolee, but this is the first time that I'm playing a rural role. Is it easy to speak with a Haryanvi accent for you? It was initially tough for me, but now it is manageable as Manishji helped me a great deal. I also do my homework and I'm actually enjoying the challenge. What kind of roles do you prefer to do? At this point in life I want to do meaty, challenging and difficult roles, as I want to be engrossed and constantly struggling to achieve newer marks. Ramola Sikand in 'Kahin Kissi Roz' was a rage and was considered the most stylish character on Indian television in terms of bindis and sarees. How do you feel? I feel so elated that I'm considered as a

DANCE SHOW

'Mahabharat' talk about what Valentine's Day and love means to them

Valentine's Day to me is a reminder to fill up the rest of the year and my life with love. I will be shooting for Mahabharat, so yes, I will be putting all my love into my work. To me, love is the very basis and reason behind who we are. Pooja Sharma

Valentine's Day is just another day for me since I don't need a specific day to be loved or to love somebody. But yes, I would love the day even more if friends or family made it special for me. Love for me is a beautiful and divine feeling. I consider love to be hope and empathy. Shafaq Naaz

Valentine's Day is a day to express your love to people who matter. It's a bright sunny day to let your heart rule. I will be spending quality time with my wife. Spread love is the mantra. Saurabh Raj Jain

stylish person. It was all thanks to Homi and Ekta Kapoor for my look. They wanted a high profile and elite Delhite look for me and thus the whole image was established.

Is there any character of yours which is very close to your heart? All my characters have been special to me, because work is my source of livelihood and I find it all challenging.

Do you watch films or read books to improve your skills? I never read books, except magazines. I am a movie buff and I watch loads of them. Which are the actors you look up to and why? I have looked up to different people at different stages of my life. I used to like Rajesh Khanna as he was the best romantic hero and later Shahrukh Khan.

In its third season, 'DID L’il Masters' returns with a unique positioning – ‘Bachchagiri’! Premiering Saturday, March 1 at 9 'Yeh Hai Aashiqui', the show that pm, the show has Geeta Kapoor doesn’t cease to surprise its and Ahmad Khan as Masters along audiences, this time, has roped in with Sanam Johar, Raghav television hunk Karanvir Bohra Crockroaz Juyal and DID 4 and stunning actress, Shilpa contestant Swarali Karulkar as Sakhlani for a Valentine’s Day skippers. There will also be a fourth special episode. The two will be member on board as a skipper, whose name is still under seen displaying their sizzling consideration. Ajay Bhalwankar, Content Head (Hindi GECs), chemistry for the first time on the ZEEL said, “This year, we have added another layer to our earlier small-screen leaving one feeling positioning Dance Ke Baap. Dancing isn't just about the steps, it that love is in the air. Bohra will is also about the attitude. Looking at the effortless moves and play the role of a jilted lover the unperturbed disposition of the contestants this season, we have coined the term Bachchagiri to define the attitude of these opposite the versatile actress along with Charlie Chauhan. It kids who are immensely talented and know it. Bachchagiri simply will indeed be a treat to watch the talented actors put up a show together. means a kid's attitude towards dance.”

TV TATTLE

SPECIAL EPISODE

For me, Valentine's Day is a specific day to celebrate love. However, I also think that everyday should be like it, because if I am with the one who loves me, then everyday is Valentine's Day for me. Since I am single, I will celebrate this Valentine's Day with my family and friends. I will organise a small party, will buy them some gifts and flowers and will try to show them how special they are to me and how much I love them. To me love is trust. It needs understanding. Without trust as the very foundation, any relationship will struggle to grow. Vin Rana

Valentine's Day is when you express how much you love your partner. For me it's a day of love and I celebrate according to my partner's mood, since I consider it to be the best way to express my love. For me, love means understanding my partner better than she understands herself . Rohit Bhardwaj

The perils of love

Like all things in life, love – when in excess or forbidden – can not only prove fatal, but also destroy the existence of love itself! Beginning February 16, STAR Plus' newest weekend offering, a romantic thriller – 'Ishq Kills' – brings to viewers many such stories inspired by true incidents of forbidden love and relationships. These unusual love stories that dared to go beyond the traditional norms of society were faced with an awful end of ‘Happily Never After’! Renowned director Vikram Bhatt, known to have mastered the romantic thriller genre, will be seen interpreting these unexplored relationships and their end for viewers every Sunday at 10 pm. Talking about the show, Vikram said, “Love can be perceived from various angles. Through this show we don’t intend to Among define right or wrong, but leave the viewer with a thought the women and a decision to make for themselves. Some of the I like Rekhaji stories will prove to be extremely shocking, but the and consider her reality is that they exist!”. the epitome of Produced by Rowdy Rascals, 'Ishq Kills' is fashion. I absolutely backed by a talented pool that boasts of loved Suchitra Sen too. some of the best names from the Hindi She had her own exclusivity. film industry like screenplay and dialogue writer Shagufta Rafique, What shows and films are and directors like Vishal you doing in the South? Mahadkar, Rajat Mukherjee, Jijy I'm playing Kokilaben's character in the Philip, Sachin Khot, Siddharth Tamil version of 'Saathiya Saath Nibhana'. Anand and Shashant Shah. Moreover, popular faces from television like Priyal Gor, Sachin Khurana and Shruti Bapna will be seen Sahara one’s 'Firangi donning various Bahu' is all set to go characters in the through a series of episodic series. melodramatic twists and turns in its storyline. A new story will begin which will change the lives of Camili and the Desai family. Amidst the ongoing tension, Camili confronts the Desai family for forging hers and Pranay's and signatures on the divorce papers and deceiving them. Pranay revolts in support of his family. Feeling cheated and insulted, Camili decides to leave the house. Pranay stops her and agrees to forgive her if she reveals the truth about her abortion. Camili is disgusted with her husband for doubting her character and storms out of the house never to return. Pranay is left alone, helpless and heartbroken. Just when he is coming to terms with reality, he is hit by the shocking news of Camili’s death. In a second his world turns upside-down and he realised that he has no reason to live anymore.

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COFFEEBREAK

CRYPTIC CROSSWORD 706

ENIGMA CODE 706

ACROSS: 1 Presents one's natural talents (5) 3 Place for one horse race, perhaps? (5,4) 6 Nominally involved in a court case (5) 7 Singles by the hundred? They have a point (5) 9 Light with a tendency to grow less (5) 10 A crazy bounder (5,4) 11 Enduring labour whilst imprisoned (2,11) 14 Test match (5,8) 17 Pasta - cut it fine to cook (9) 19 Love to change round a bend? That's rather seedy ! (5) 20 Increase,broadly speaking (5) 21 To do so some need a rubber as expedient (5) 22 Kick up a fuss, as Adam and Eve had to do (5,4) 23 Kelly and I suffering a setback somewhere in Germany (5) DOWN: 1 With wild rage, goad elderly relative (5-4) 2 Racialist, perhaps, might describe Swift's writings (9) 3 Giving grounds for Minnesota diet, possibly (13) 4 Start off without a meal (5) 5 Jog in the raw around Gateshead (5) 6 One of the tropics loses corn to holiday isle (5) 7 Winged messenger (7-6) 8 What most men have to do in a quiet way (5) 12 Expand on how to be ostentatious (9) 13 Immediately put one on patrol to guard her (9) 15 Going from north, south or east

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

A A

SOLUTION TO TUESDAY’S ENIGMA CODE MOROSE, METEOR, REMOTE, RESORT, RETORT, STEREO, TREMOR

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MATH PYRAMID 706 but not under your own steam (2,3) 16 To operate, holding after start (5)

17 Note for child beginning school? (5) 18 Not required to be excessive? (5)

SOLUTION TO TUESDAY’S CRYPTIC CROSSWORD ACROSS: 1 Self service shop, 8 Ignores, 9 Indulge, 10 Luscious, 11 Trusts, 13 Edward Lear, 15 High-handed, 19 Neatly, 20 Bonhomie, 21 Gradual, 22 Sternum, 23 Think things over. DOWN: 1 Still of the night, 2 Lindsey, 3 Strait, 4 Resounding, 5 El dorado, 6 Holy see, 7 Pleasure steamer, 12 Wages of sin, 14 Shelduck, 16 Guarani, 17 Romanov, 18 Wheels.

QUICK CROSS 706

ACROSS: 1. Gasps 6. Hi, Ho!' 7. Brown ermine 8. Metric weight 9. Aides: abbr.

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

TUESDAY’S SOLUTION

DOWN: 1. Fettucine, e.g. 2. Choir members 3. Middays 4. Early UN leader 5. Cloys

MATHDOKU 706

HIDATO 706

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

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

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Cancer 14th Magh Shuklapaksha Guru Pushya Amrit Karaka (Cancer) H.D. Golden Yellow 4

BIRTHDAY FORECAST: Important decision taken by you will bring in major breakthrough in your career. Those planning a merger or partnership will be able to do it. Senior executives will be given additional allowances. Love life will be fine. You will spend quality time with your beloved taking weekend trips. Your mate will be very loving and understanding. Minor health ailments irritate you. BABIES BORN TODAY: The baby will have a well-proportioned body, moderate to tall, pleasant face and good hair. The child will be Amicable, Submissive, sincere affectionate but moody. After basic education a career in any creative or artistic field is indicated. Fond of traveling will be multi-faceted and well read. Will nurture and care for loved ones. They can look forward to a fortunate happy life. ARIES (March 21 - April 20): You are on the threshold of achieving a work target that you had set for yourself. Concentrate energies in consolidating your position in your job or business. There are self-appointed advisors offering suggestions primarily to be on the bandwagon. Be firm when handling such elements. In a close relationship, try to have more confidence in your partner to get things back on track. On introspection, you realize that you have been a bit touchy over small issues.

TAURUS (April 21 - May 20): Chances are there to do something that you have wanted to do besides your normal work. Someone known will help you with all that you may need. Youngsters desirous of a career in the media or television serials may approach the right person and can get a positive response. Look forward to exciting events that are likely in your love life. Keep yourself in check and do not let your emotions get the better of you.

GEMINI (May 21 - June 20): A change of environment is indicated for some of you. That is something perhaps you have been waiting for. The signing of an important deal will lead to sudden profits for you. Personal relationships will be fine and you will handle them with diplomacy and flair. Something that you had lost will now be found.

CANCER (June 21 - July 21): Make the most of the good trends present in your work. You will get an opportunity to work on a prestigious project independently. This could lead to a promotion and increase in income. Those associated with art or media will be in the news. Socially this will be a very active week. Consider it your good deed for the day but you have really made someone a very happy person. The single will get emotionally involved with someone known to them.

LEO (July 22 - August 21): Working independently will benefit you. Receipt of large sum of money will ease your financial burden. Legal disputes are resolved. You will be able to turn a losing assignment around into one that gives profit. Overseas influences are strong and favorable. If unsure about making commitment in a relationship immediately do not get pressurized into making one right now. It can wait.

VIRGO (August 22 - September 21): At a meeting you need to listen to the point of view of others before drawing your own conclusions. A career change is also likely but the benefits may be less than what you had expected. Patience and forbearance now will be rewarding later. Keep your expenses in check to save problems later. You may be faced with situation that demands tact and a cool head. Be firm but not rude. Avoid scenes to keep your dignity intact.

LIBRA (September 22 - October 22): Do not be apprehensive about some expected changes. Try not to arrive at any conclusions right now. You may be pleasantly surprised by the turn of events and your own response to them in time to come. If you are on edge relax with your favorite pastime. In personal relationship do not be in rush to jump to any conclusions.

SCORPIO (October 23 - November 21): You are doing well at work and career but are still anxious with imagined behind the scenes activities against you. Put the past firmly behind you and step forward with confidence as no one can harm your interests now. The result of your endeavor is there for all to see. In the normal course of the day you will come across someone who will make an extra effort to get to know you better. If you are free it is a good opportunity to let it develop into a new friendship.

SAGITTARIUS (November 22 December 20): An increase in income assures you of a good future. Try to invest some money in savings on long-term basis. There will be demands for money from members of your family. But you have no choice but to look after the needs of others. Let not your problems interfere in your relationship with your beloved. The single maybe pleasantly surprised by the attention of a silent admirer. AQUARIUS (January 20 - February 18): You seem to be extra vulnerable and feeling low today. There is a tendency to be hypersensitive about small issues. A strong reaction from you could harm an important association. Try to be with those who have a more positive influence on you. Avoid giving or seeking explanations for any petty behavior which in any case is just a reaction. Keep calm.

CAPRICORN (December 21 - January 19): You need to work hard and complete your current assignments on schedule it if you want to stay out of trouble. There is stiff competition but you will succeed even against heavy odds. A prestigious business offer will lead to gain. Love life may seem a bit uncertain.

PISCES (February 19 - March 20): A slight slip-up could hold up the signing of a new contract. You will have to be quick in seeking help. You must also try to think out of box and you will find various options that can make this proposal a money spinner. Go ahead you will not regret your choice. Insecurities creep into a relationship that has weathered earlier storms. Perhaps you need more time together for reassurances and building trust in each other once again.

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QUICK CROSSWORD 4892 ACROSS: 1 Unwanted plant (4) 4 Striptease artist, colloq. (6) 8 Sing wordlessly (3) 10 Potato, for one? (4) 13 Pleasure sailing (8) 14 Inheritrix (7) 15 Mortar-grinding tool (6) 17 Those staying in pitched dwellings may gather round these for some warmth ! (9) 21 Greek consonants (3) 22 Comedian ___ Das (3) 23 Pet name for Margaret (3) 26 Coats or electroplates, makes like a layer (9) 27 Make less hard? (6) 28 Impediments (7) 32 Went beyond limit (8) 34 Third person singular of "have" (archaic) (4) 35 Assemblyman, in short (3) 36 A special significance (6) 37 Pedal pushers (4) DOWN: 1 Desire or inclination (4) 2 A case for holding small articles (4) 3 ___ and the dolls : boys and girls, in a way? (4) 5 Resounds (6) 6 61 in Roman numerals (3) 7 Rocky and steep, as in, "a ___ terrain"? (6) 9 Pas' mates (3) 11 A nut-bearing tree (5) 12 ___ a catch : gives batsman another life, in a way? (5) 15 A winged being from Persian mythology (4) 16 "--- Girl": old TV comedy (4) 18 ___ a chance : bungle or miss a catch? (4) 19 '..... the Terrible', of Russia (4) 20 Circular outer edge (3) 23 The third month (5) 24 (Fur from) cat-like creature (5) 25 They escort you to your seat in a theatre? (6)

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SUDOKU 2078 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: E equals B

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

26 Bars or other rigid devices used in lifting heavy weights (6) 28 The edge of a garment, especially a handkerchief (3) 29 ___ passing by : passing by in an un-

hurried manner? (4) 30 A marine fish related to the cod (4) 31 Close, slam or prohibit (4) 33 A worthless dog (3)

SOLUTION TO YESTERDAY’S QUICK CROSSWORD ACROSS: 1 Telugu, 7 Expedite, 8 Aril, 10 Uptime, 11 Masada, 14 USA, 16 Ulcer, 17 Abbe, 19 Telly, 21 Ghost, 22 Found, 23 Math, 26 Cased, 28 Nyx, 29 Excess, 30 Assist, 31 AWOL, 32 Strength, 33 Skewer. DOWN: 1 Trauma, 2 Uprise, 3 Uele, 4 Default, 5 Lilac, 6 Lehar, 8 Atub, 9 Ima, 12 Sly, 13 Dealt, 15 Neons, 18 Borax, 19 Thu, 20 Lsd, 21 Godsend, 22 Fee, 23 Mysore, 24 Axil, 25 Hither, 26 Cense, 27 Scorn, 28 NSW, 30 Aahs.

IRREGULAR SUDOKU 1897 To solve an Irregular Sudoku puzzle, every digit must appear once in: Each of the vertical columns Each of the horizontal rows Each of the regions

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YESTERDAY’S SOLUTION

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D H

YESTERDAY’S SOLUTION: We must learn to be still in the midst of activity and to be vibrantly alive in repose

Afternoon WORD MINE

How many words of four or more letters can you make from the letters shown in today’s puzzle? In making a word, each letter may be used once only. Each word must contain the letter at the top of the pyramid. There should be at least one nine letter word. Plurals, foreign words and proper names are not allowed. Today’s ratings: 14 average; 16 good; 18 outstanding. YESTERDAY’S SOLUTION: anvil, civil, CONVIVIAL, nova, oval, vain, vial, viola, violin, vocal.

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Yesterday’s

YUVRAJ, KARTHIK BIG WINNERS AT IPL AUCTION B

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ANGALORE: Flamboyant allrounder Yuvraj Singh was the surprise recipient of a windfall at the IPL players' auction, fetching a record bid of Rs 14 crore from the Royal Challengers Bangalore while Dinesh Karthik also clinched a mind-boggling Rs 12.5 crore purse from Delhi Daredevils. Both Yuvraj and Karthik, who are not even regular members of the Indian team, triggered stunning bidding wars among the franchises to set a new record in earnings in the cash-rich league. They surpassed the Rs 11.04 crore that was

4.25 crore, Sunrisers Hyderabad) and Aaron Finch (Rs 4 crore, SRH) were some of the players who triggered intense bidding in the auction. "It's a grand affair and every edition IPL has grown bigger. The seventh edition would be no exception, it will be grande," IPL Chairman Ranjib Biswal said before

WOMEN MAGIC... Nita Ambani, Priety Zinta and Juhi Chawla catch up for a chat during a break of the IPL auction. bid on Gautam Gambhir in 2011, the highest till now. Controversial batsman Kevin Pietersen, whose England career came to an abrupt end after a disastrous Ashes campaign earlier this month, fetched a huge Rs 9 crore purse, bought by Delhi Daredevils, the franchise he played for last season. Upcoming New Zealand allrounder Corey Anderson, who scored the fastest ODI century smashing a 36-ball ton to breach the record set by Shahid Afridi in 1996, expectedly got a decent package of Rs 4.5 crore with the Mumbai Indians though there was strong buzz of him emerging as the highest paid from this auction. Australian pacer Mitchell Johnson (Rs 6.5 crore, Kings XI Punjab), all-rounder Glenn Maxwell (Rs 6 crore, Kings XI Punjab), Indian opener Murali Vijay (Rs 5 crore, Delhi Daredevils), South African all-rounder Jacques Kallis (Rs 5.5 crore, Kolkata Knight Riders), Robin Uthappa (Rs 5 crore, KKR), West Indian batsman Dwayne Smith (Rs 4.5 crore, Chennai Super Kings), Amit Mishra (Rs

the start of the star-studded auction where Bollywood actors and business tycoons were present. Actress Preity Zinta, co-owner of Kings XI Punjab, Juhi Chawla, coowner of Kolkata Knight Riders, businessman Vijay Mallya, Nita Ambani (Mumbai Indians), cricketers Rahul Dravid (Rajasthan Royals), Anil Kumble (Mumbai Indians) were among the celebrities present at the auction which was beamed live. Former Sri Lankan captain Mahela Jayawardene, former New Zealand skipper Ross Taylor, Australian T20 specialist Cameron White, who captained SRH for a while last season, West Indian Marlon Samuels, pacer Daniel Christian and England batsman Ian Bell surprisingly found no buyers. Australian wicketkeeper Matthew Wade, batsman David Hussey and retired pacer Brett Lee also suffered a similar fate but all the unsold players can come back into auction today. Yuvraj, a cancer survivor, fetching such a huge price tag came as a massive surprise since the left-hander is no longer in the ODI team due to poor form though he was picked in the squad for the World Twenty20 Championship in Bangladesh. "The team is looking stronger with him," said RCB coowner Vijay Mallya even though he admitted that he ended up paying Rs 4 crore more than what he had planned. Similar was the case of Karthik, who does not figure in the Indian team, but generated immense interest among the franchises. At a

TOP EARNERS ON THE FIRST DAY OF IPL 7 PLAYERSâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; AUCTION

Yuvraj Singh (Rs 14 crore; Royal Challengers Bangalore) Dinesh Karthik (Rs 12.5 crore; Delhi Daredevils) Kevin Pietersen (Rs 9 crore; Delhi Daredevils) Mitchell Johnson (Rs 6.5 crore; Kings XI Punjab) Glenn Maxwell (Rs 6 crore; Kings XI Punjab) David Warner (Rs 5.5 crore; Sunrisers Hyderabad) Jacques Kallis (Rs 5.5 crore; Kolkata Knight Riders) Murali Vijay (Rs 5 crore; Delhi Daredevils) Michael Hussey (Rs 5 crore; Mumbai Indians) Mitchell Starc (Rs 5 crore; Royal Challengers Bangalore) Robin Uthappa (Rs 5 crore; Kolkata Knight Riders).

Kevin Pietersen was bagged by Delhi Daredevils for Rs. 8 crores.

base price of Rs 2 crore, there was a bidding war between Delhi and Hyderabad for him before KKR also jumped into the fray. But Delhi seemed persistent and in the end, outbid the other two contenders. The 33-year-old Pietersen was always expected to be a hot pick given that he would be available all through the season post his forced retirement from international cricket. So it came as no surprise that his name triggered a three-way bidding between CSK, KXIP and Delhi. The player eventually went to Delhi, who exercised the 'Right to Match' provision to grab him being his former employers.

Yuvraj Singh who returned to the World Cup T20 squad fetched a whopping Rs. 14 crores during the IPL auction held in Bangalore. He was picked by Vijay Mallya owned Royal Challengers.

29 This kind of price never crossed my mind: Karthik

By Kushan Sarkar

EW DELHI: Dinesh Kar thik was sulking in the pavilion after being clean bowled by Karnataka skipper R Vinay Kumar during the Rest of India's second innings in the Irani Trophy game when he got the news of Delhi Daredevils buying him for a whopping Rs 12.5 crore at the IPL auction. "Yes, I am very happy but I never thought that I would get this kind of a price. Actually, I came to know a bit later as we didn't have access to television in the dressing room," Karthik told PTI today after being the second biggest draw in the auctions following Yuvraj Singh (Rs 14 crore).

"I was actually pretty angry with myself after getting out and was sitting quietly," he said. Asked if there would be any added pressure on him having commanded this kind of a price, the talented wicket-keeper batsman replied, "I don't think so as you don't play cricket just to earn money. I have never played my cricket that way. I have been picked by Delhi Daredevils and as a professional, it is my duty to perform to the best of my abilities". But will this million dollar deal (USD 2.03 million) work at the back of his mind as people will equate his performance with the amount of money he is getting, the Tamil Nadu stumper was honest in his reply. "I have never been through such a process earlier, so I won't be able to relate how it works for a particular player in this situation," Karthik said. For Karthik, another aim would be to win back his place in the national side. "There is nothing more important than wearing the national team jersey. The goal is always to play for India and that will be an added boost while performing for Delhi Daredevils," Karthik said. Karthik had enjoyed his stint with Mumbai Indians and is now happy to make a move. "I have had a fair amount of success for Mumbai Indians but now we have to move on since I wasn't retained or picked by them," said Karthik.

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Scams happen in every sport: Mallya

LACK OF INTEREST IN TAYLOR, WHITE SURPRISES RAHUL DRAVID

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ANGALORE: Playing down Justice Mudgal committee's report on corruption in the IPL, Royal Challengers Bangalore owner Vijay Mallya said scandals were a part and parcel of the every sport and the brand value of the cash-rich event remained unaffected. "It happens in every sport. We would not have been sitting here if we would not have been excited about the IPL, committed to the IPL. The brand IPL have been growing in value. It is unfortunate that there are such scams from time to time. But I think the core of IPL is sound," Mallya said. BCCI Chief N Srinivasan's son-in-law Gurunath Meiyappan, the former Team Principal of the Chennai Super Kings, was indicted for betting by former Punjab and Haryana Chief Justice Mukul Mudgal committee, which was appointed by the Supreme Court to probe the IPL betting and spot-fixing scam. Six prominent "Indian capped" players' names, including one who is part of the current team, also cropped up in the report filed by the committee. Stating that there is no evidence against those six players, Mallya said, "It is a bunch of speculation. What I do know is that the Supreme Court has specifically permitted this auction to go ahead. Therefore, I don't think there should be any concern."

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ANGALORE: A bunch of quality international cricketers went unsold on the first day of the IPL 7 players' auction here, but what surprised former India captain Rahul Dravid the most was that hard-hitting Kiwi batsman Ross Taylor and Australia's Cameron White did not find a buyer. Taylor and White are among the 144 players who went unsold in the players' auction at a city hotel here. And Dravid, who is currently the mentor of last year's runners-up Rajasthan Royals, feels Taylor and White could have been good buys for the franchises if the duo had come in the first part of the batting list. "It was a bit of surprise for me (to see Taylor go unsold). Ross (Taylor) in Rs 2 crore could have made a lot of sense but I think he came at the back end of the batting list which went against his favour," said Dravid. "I think someone like Cameron White who is a shrewd captain and

Former Rajasthan Royals skipper, now team mentor, Rahul Dravid during the auction. good batsman (is also unfortunate). What I feel is that people have learnt that they can't afford to spend so much money and then make the

players sit outside. By the time Ross and White came, I think most of the franchises have sorted out their top four-five batsmen," he added.

Dravid, who was Rajasthan Royals captain till the last IPL, expects some exciting fight among franchises today. "The two lots which come up for auction tomorrow morning would be crucial because you have a lot of uncapped Indian players there and everybody seems to be waiting for that," he said. "You will see a lot of Indian players going for their base prices and I think that's what the teams are waiting to pick up. You will see a lot of frenzy like what you saw this morning."Dravid said all the franchises have learnt with time and IPL 7 will witness smaller squads with impact players in all the teams. "I think teams have realised that smaller squad is a good option as it's difficult to manage big squads. Moreover, there is no logic behind spending money on a player and then make him to sit out. It's also not nice to see many international stars sitting out," he said.

Kings XI Punjab go into Day II with max purse of Rs 12.1 cr

BANGALORE: The Ness Wadia-Preity Zinta co-owned Kings XI Punjab will go into the second day of the IPL VII auctions with the maximum purse of Rs 14.2 crore out of Rs 60 crore salary cap having 12 players on their roster right now with six overseas stars. Kings XI also have one Right To Match (RTM) left to be used today when the uncapped players go under

the hammer. The best part is that with a minimum squad of 16 and maximum of 27, KXIP can strategically use the remaining Rs 14.2 crore. If Kings XI have the biggest purse left, Royal Challengers Bangalore will go into second day with least purse of Rs 1.8 crore having exhausted exhausted a whopping Rs 58.2 crore in buying 12 players (including

retentions). Rajasthan Royals need to buy another minimum five players (to attain squad of 16) and have a healthy purse of Rs 12.10 crore. KKR still needs to buy another six players to complete their minimum squad composition of 16 with only Rs 9 crore left in the purse. Delhi Daredevils, who have created a flutter by roping in Dinesh Karthik for

a whopping Rs 12.5 cr have bought 13 players today and is left with Rs 8.6 crore. The formidable Chennai Super Kings have had some smart buys and still are left with Rs 2.9 crore needing to complete the minimum squad composition of 16 players. Mumbai Indians have Rs 5.15 crore left in order to buy another six players minimum having bought only five today.

Two good bets: Swashbuckler, Celtic King By Timur

good bet today is Swashbuckler in the Campnero Plate. The horse owned by Dr. Vijay Mallya and Mrs. Vijay Mallya is trained by Pesi Shroff. It was second to Murioi last time out â&#x20AC;&#x201D; though 8.5 length behind. There are other runners which have a handicap chance. But for me it is going to be Swashbuckler. Another runner with chance to Dable or Quits in the Great Investment Plat.e Sky Lantern has been shedding some light and hence cannot be ignored. And also Hyde Park. Wasabi or Natalian Express should win the Blue Horizon Plate. The latter won last time out running away -- 4.5 lengths. It is handicapped heavily and it should run well. Ainra, Magic Star and War Horse run with chance in the Forest Flair Plate. Mr. Haresh Mehtaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s horse Celtic King is trained by C.D. Katrak has a good chance in the Oyster Cove Trophy. Last time out, it ended up 2nd to Nush. There are eight races today and the first starts at 2.30 p.m.

CARD AND SELECTIONS

1. The Emperado Plate - Division II (Class V) 1000 Metres 2.30 P.M. 1. Plan B 59 (21) S. G. Prasad 2. Sun Hot 59 (21) P. Trevor 3. Shockalot 58.5 (20) F. Irani 4. Zarar 57.5 (18) D. A. Naik 5. Always Smile 56.5 (16) S. P. Ranjane

6. Gift Wrapped 56.5 (16) H. G. Rathod 7. Prince 56.5 (16) B. Nikhil 8. Twittillator 56.5 (16) Akshay 9. Rising Angel 55.5 (14) C. S. Jodha 10. Fajr 53.5 (10) Akash Agarwal 11. Prize Fighter 53 (9) Altaf Sayyed Win: Twittillator, Sun Hot

2. The Oyster Cove Trophy (Class II) 1400 Metres 3.00 P.M. 1. Myla Rose 59 (81) Y. S. Srinath 2. Step Up 54.5 (72) Sandeep Jadhav

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3. Mountbatten 53 (69) A. Sandesh 4. Celtic King 52.5 (68) Neeraj Rawal 5. Remember Me 51 (65) Dashrath Singh Win: Celtic King, Step Up

3. The Forest Flair Plate (Class III) 1000 Metres 3.30 P.M. 1. Hills And Heights 61.5 (65) Prabhu Naidu 2. Ainra 59.5 (61) S. G. Prasad 3. Magic Star 58.5 (59) B. Nikhil 4. Celsius 57 (56) C. S. Jodha 5. War Horse 57 (56) Sandeep Jadhav 6. Capitano 56.5 (55) S. Sunil 7. Dreamliner 55 (52) Zameer Sayyed 8. Song Of Sparrow 53.5 (49) S. S. Baria 9. Ice Age 52 (46) Hanumant Singh 10. Titleist 49 (40) S. K. Jadhav Win: War Horse, Magic Star

4. The A.F.S. Talyarkhan Trophy 1200 Metres

4.00 P.M. 1. Fribourg 55 (--) S. Zervan 2. Greek God 55 (--) A. Sandesh 3. Leothefiercehorse 55 (--) C. S. Jodha 4. Smart Raider 55 (--) Vikram Jodha 5. Lhotse 53.5 (--) Dashrath Singh 6. National Gold 53.5 (--) S. Sunil 7. Reality (Ts) 53.5 (--) I. Pasha 8. Ukulele (Ts) 53.5 (--) Neeraj Rawal Win: Fribourg, Ukulele

5. The Great Investment Plate (Class V) 2000 Metres 4.30 P.M. 1. Hyde Park 59 (26) J. Fortune 2. The Other Song 59 (26) Y. S. Srinath 3. The Pace 59 (26) Prabhu Naidu 4. Tara 58 (24) Kavraj Singh 5. Aventador 57.5 (23) Sandeep Jadhav 6. Blue Swallow 57 (22) Shrikant Kamble 7. Sky Lantern 56 (20) Neeraj Rawal 8. Zafirah 55 (18) B. Nikhil 9. Double Or Quits 54 (16) S. Zervan 10. Plated 54 (16) S. G. Prasad 11. Courtesy Call 51 (10) Altaf Sayyed Win: Double Or Quits, Zafirah 6. The Campanero Plate (Class III) 1800 Metres 5.00 P.M. 1. Janis Jay 59 (58) Y. S. Srinath 2. Swashbuckler 58.5 (57) P. Trevor 3. Lorelei 58 (56) D. K. Ashish 4. Ucheshrawa 56 (40) S. G. Prasad 5. Asahi 53.5 (47) A. Sandesh 6. Snowing 52.5 (45) Dashrath Singh 7. Moon Raker 51.5 (43) C. S. Jodha

8. Mufasa 49.5 (39) Neeraj Rawal Win: Swashbuckler, Moon Raker

7. The Blue Horizon Plate (Class IV) 1200 Metres 5.30 P.M. 1. Natalian Express 59 (39) Ishwar Pardeshi A11- 2. Mateus Rose 57.5 (36) Dashrath Singh 3. Samay Balwan 57.5 (36) H. G. Rathod 4. Wasabi 57.5 (36) Y. S. Srinath 5. Speed Baby 56 (33) S. P. Ranjane 6. Gran Amigo 55 (31) Kavraj Singh 7. Holiday Dancer 55 (31) Altaf Sayyed 8. Concorde 54 (29) P. Trevor 9. Viva Capri 54 (29) B. Nikhil 10. Arabian Lord 53.5 (28) Prabhu Naidu 11. Morals 53 (27) D. K. Ashish 12. Walk Of Life 50.5 (22) Malcolm Kharadi Win: Wasabi, Natalian Express 8. The Emperado Plate - Division I (Class V) 1000 Metres 6.00 P.M. 1. Tammy O 59 (26) A. Sandesh 2. Arabian Queen 58.5 (25) B. Nikhil 3. Rocky Balboa 58.5 (25) Shrikant Kamble 4. Golden Spurs 58 (24) Sandeep Jadhav 5. Magic Vision 58 (24) C. S. Jodha 6. Strike Again 57 (22) Hanumant Singh 7. Skywalk 56.5 (21) P. Trevor 8. Zaagros 56.5 (21) I. Pasha 9. Mambo Magic 56 (20) R. Shelar 10. Seen It All 55.5 (19) S. P. Ranjane 11. Precious Opinion 55 (18) Dashrath Singh 12. Princess Love 55 (18) D. K. Ashish Win: Arabian Queen, Mambo Magic

GOPAL GUIDES KARNATAKA TO IRANI TITLE

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ANGALORE: Leg spinner Shreyas Gopal claimed the first hat-trick of his career to guide Ranji champions Karnataka to a convincing innings and 222 runs win over Rest of India (ROI) to lift the Irani Trophy crown on the fourth and penultimate day. Gopal (5/35) also registered his best bowling figures, while skipper R Vinay Kumar scalped four

for 70 to bowl out ROI for 183 runs in their second innings in 57.5 overs at the Chinnaswamy Stadium. Gopal picked up three wickets in three balls in the 58th over to bring down curtains to ROI's dismal batting performance in the second innings. Gopal first dismissed set batsman Baba Aparajith, caught by Stuart Binny at long-off, with the third delivery of the 58th and then disturbed

the timbers of Ashoke Dinda and Pankaj Singh with two perfect googlies to wrap up ROI's innings and seal the match for the hosts with an entire day to spare. Karnataka skipper Vinay Kumar's four wickets in the second innings also helped him to end with an impressive match figures of 11 for 82. Resuming their second innings at 114 for three, ROI's middle and lower

middle order fell like pack of cards, riding on Gopal and Vinay Kumar's effective bowling as their last seven wickets could add just 69 runs. Aparajith, who resumed on overnight score of 42, was the lone bright spot for ROI as he laboured his way to 66 off 162 balls even as other batsmen failed to put up a fight in the face of some disciplined bowling by Karnataka bowlers.

DAV- Kharghar ride of Ashwat’s hat-trick to title By Ashok Dhamija

AVI MUMBAI: In the final of the Navi Mumbai Area School Association (NMASA) Handball Tournament DAV International School, Kharghar Under -14 Boys upset strong contenders and Navi Mumbai DSO champions Ryan International School, Nerul by a margin of 4-2. Skipper Ashwat Nambiar led from the front for the winners and scored a hat-trick. Aayush Misra being the other goal scorer for DAV. On the other hand Aditya Singh scored both the goals for Ryan whose numerous attacks were thwarted by DAV custodian Ajay Patil under the post. Earlier DAV Kharghar took a sweet re- Winners of the NMASA Under-14 Boys Handball title DAV International School, venge by defeating Raigad DSO Nerul along with their Skipper Ashwat Nambiar (standing 4th from left) and Coach champions New Horizon Public Vishal Yadav. School, New Panvel in the semi-finals by a margin of 6-3 to whom once again scored a hat-trick, DAV. On the other hand Ryan they had lost in the final. Ashwat while Arindam Bala scored two Nerul defeated hosts St Augustine who has represented the state and Aayush Misra scored one for in a closely contested match by 4-

2 in the other semi-final. “ The hard work and focused approach by our boys finally paid of for us. Winning our first Navi Mumbai Area School Association Handball title is a satisfying experience for this team which has been playing together when they were under-12 , ” shared an elated Vishal Yadav, Handball coach of DAV International School, Kharghar. The tournament which was hosted by St Augustine High School, Nerul witnessed participation from sixteen schools from Airoli to Panvel. Winning Team: Ashwat nambiar(Captain), Ajay Patil (Goal Keeper ), Aayush Misra, Gokul Narayanan, Arindam Bala, Allen Joseph, Manav Abhang, Nirmik Tambe, Ruturaj Phakatkar, Aditya Khilari and Aromal. Coach: Vishal Yadav. Result (Final): DAV International School, Kharghar 4 (Ashwat Nambiar -3,Aayush Misra -1) beat Ryan International School, Nerul 2 (Aditya Singh-2) (HT 2-2).

West Zone United score big win M

UMBAI: West Zone United proved too strong for Theresaians Vidya Vikasani as they stormed to a fluent 9-0 win in a First Division match of the Mumbai District Football Association (MDFA) league, played at the St. Xavier’s ground, Parel on Wednesday evening. Leading West Zone’s charge was striker Faizan Shaikh who fired in four goals and Zaid Meeran with three strikes. Ashis Shaikh and Mobin Mukhadam scored the other two goals to complete the demolition. Earlier, in a third division play-off encounter, Indian Cultural League (ICL) ‘B’ recorded a hard-fought 2-1 win against Malwani FC. Keegan Fernandes and Praneet Nair struck a goal each for ICL,while Vernon Pereira was on target for the Malwani outfit. In another match, Black Panthers got the better of Los Galaticos 4-2 via the penalty shootout after the teams failed to find the net during regulation period.

Germany's Eric Frenzel crosses the finish line to win the gold after the cross-country portion of the Nordic combined at the 2014 Winter Olympics on Wednesday.

and were troubling to score against the attacking bowling. Vedant Khambe took five wickets and was well supported by his team mate Ritam Gaikwad and Bhavin Darji who took two wickets each. Rajas Balgopal was the highest scorer with 32 runs in 45 balls with five fours. The team was bowled out for mere total of 98 runs in 27.1 overs. Sumit Dhawani scored 45 in 63 balls with five fours helped his team to win the match by eight wickets. In another match, Rizvi Springfield was bowled out for 250 runs in 39.2 overs. Ashutosh Singh scored 72 runs in 67 balls with 10 fours and one six and he was well supported by Azim Shiekh who scored 53 runs in 58 balls with four fours and two sixes. Yash Yadav and Rohan Suvarna took two wickets each to bowl out Rizvi Springfield in 250 runs. IES New English, Bandra were struggling to chase the huge target of 251 against the remarkable SMT. K.C. GANDHI AND RIZVI bowling attack of Saurabh Yadav SPRINGFIELD ENTERS IN and Rahul Dubey who took 3 and 2 QUARTERS wickets each which helped their Vedant Khambe claimed five wick- team to win the match by huge ets for Smt. K.C. Gandhi, Kalyan margin of 162 runs. helped his team win the match by Brief Scores: IES Modern Eng (Dadar): eight wickets against IES Modern 98 all out in 27.1 Overs (Rajas Balgopal 32, Eng, Dadar in a league match of Vedant Khambe 5/42) in 17 overs lost to the Coca-Cola Cricket Cup, Mum- Smt. K.C. Gandhi (Kalyan):102 for 2 in 22 bai Leg played at Cross Maidan on Overs (Sumit Dhawani 45) by 8 wickets. Wednesday. Rizvi Springfield, Bandra: 250 All out in IES Modern English won the 39.2 overs (Ashutosh Singh 72, Azim toss and elected to bat first. While Sheikh 53 beat IES New English 96 All batting first, the batsman lacked out in 20.5 overs (Aditya Parte 42 runs confidence in playing their shots Saurabh Yadav 3/18) by 154 runs.

IN BRIEF Inquiry offers reduced sanctions for doping confessions

GENEVA: An inquiry commission set up by cycling's global governing body the UCI appealed to riders who were doped in the past to come forward in exchange for reduced punishment. "The primary purpose of our investigation is not to punish doping offenders but to learn from the past so we can help ensure a better future for cycling," commission chief Dick Marty said in a statement. "We will treat all witnesses fairly and so I urge anyone in the cycling community with information that can help our investigation to come forward," he added. The three-member Cycling Independent Reform Commission was set up in January to investigate historic doping in cycling and allegations that the UCI had been involved in previous wrongdoing. The commission said its main goal is to determine how a culture of doping was perpetuated between 1998 and 2013, and to establish who was to blame.

Sanam, Myneni get Delhi Open wild cards

NEW DELHI: Sanam Singh and Saketh Myneni have been given main draw wild cards for the Delhi Open, India's premier international men and women combined tennis tournament, commencing here at the R K Khanna stadium on February 17. Top two Indian players in the world rankings -Somdev Devvarman and Yuki Bhambri -have found their way in the main draw acceptance list in the men's event. Both Somdev and Yuki were the faces of the Indian Davis Cup team, which completed a 5–0 rout of Chinese Taipei in Indore recently. The top seed of men's main draw is Aleksandr Nedovyesov of Kazakhstan, ranked 95. In the women's category, top Indian player Ankita Raina has made a direct entry in the main draw, while the first main draw wild card has been accorded to the Nationals Grass Court Champion 2014, Natasha Palha.

HI inducts FCI as new associate member

NEW DELHI: Hockey India inducted Food Corporation of India (FCI) as an associate member. HI now has 19 associate members, with 27 affiliated members and two state Olympic association members. The FCI Sports Promotion Board is promoting sports since 1969 through its stipend scheme for young and talented sportspersons. With this inclusion, FCI Sports Promotion Board can take part in the National Championship being conducted by HI. "FCI Sports Promotion Board has played major role in the promoting hockey by recruiting young and talented players like Surender Kumar and Keshav Dutt. I am confident that FCI Sports Promotion Board will continue its initiatives in the development and promotion of Indian hockey in future," Batra said in a statement.

India to play football friendly against Bangla on March 5

NEW DELHI: The Indian football team will play an international friendly match against Bangladesh on March 5 in Goa, the All India Football Federation said. The match, which will be India's first international friendly of the year, is slated to be played at the Nehru Stadium at Fatorda, in Margao. March 5 is a FIFA friendly match day. India and Bangladesh have played 30 international matches between them so far. India have won 17 times while Bangladesh have won five matches.

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