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Aft er oo DESPATCH & COURIER Betting Big on the Little Master By Neel Shah

unters in the illegal betting business popularly known as ‘satta bazaar’ in India are all set to place their final bets on Sachin Tendulkar. Before the latter hangs up his boots after playing his last matches in November, punters are wagering full time on how many runs India’s most iconic batsman will score. Tendulkar, whose 24-year long cricketing career will come to an end in November, will play his 199th Test at Eden Garden in Kolkata and 200th at Wankhede in Mumbai. Talking to the ADC, a New Delhi based bookie, requesting anonymity said, “It will be the best event in the satta bazzar business, as punters will be more eager to bet on Tendulkar’s batting rather than on the victory of the matches.” In this regard, bookies across India are expecting cricket betting Continued on pg 8 «

MUMBHAI

Vikas Sabnis

By Yatin Ingle

he Third Year Bachelors of Mass Media (TYBMM) students may have studied their subjects intensely for the exams, but they were very confused and unprepared for the

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numerous errors on their question papers. On Tuesday, the TYBMM (Journalism) students had to work their minds between the correct spellings they knew and the wrong spellings which appeared in the question papers. If that was not tough enough, they had

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to tackle the punctuation mistakes that appeared in several places. For the subject Feature and Opinion, a 15 mark interview based question had four

Sudden eviction notice worries residents of municipal buildings in Chembur

By Khushboo Panjabi

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Police will check Navi Mumbai noise levels

Dark Diwali Amazing progress! Previously, he used to sleep on coal bags, but nowadays he sleeps on money bags instead.

Mumbai University is back in form, giving out the third year Journalism question paper with spelling mistakes and wrong punctuations

Crowded here and nowhere else to go, the residents are hoping for relocation.

he Navi Mumbai police will keep a track on the levels of noise pollution caused by bursting of firecrackers during Diwali. The Noise Pollution (Regulation and Control) Amended Rules, 2010, state that the maximum permissible limit for bursting firecrackers is up to 55 decibels (dB) during the day and 45 dB at Continued on pg 8 «

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CITY OPINIONS

Has the enthusiasm about Diwali gone down these days? Punit Bhavsar Working Professional YES. There is excitement about Diwali shopping or firecrackers among people any more. For working professionals like me, it is just another holiday that we look forward to.

Mamta Raikar Banker YES. Previously Diwali used to be a reason for shopping for new clothes and eating sweets. But now these activities have become routine. We don’t need a reason to shop or indulge in sweets any more. Diwali is no more special any more.

Karan Upadhyay Working Professional YES. The only thing that excites me about Diwali now is that it’s a chance for the family to be together. The excitement of new clothes, sweets and bursting firecrackers is not much.

Rashmi Iyer Student YES. Forget adults or teenagers, even children seem to less enthusiastic about Diwali. Previously, I used to children bursting firecrackers a week before Diwali began but now, there is hardly any action.

Santosh Anantharaman Merchant Navy YES. Diwali has lost its charm over years. It is now a holiday where people want to relax and spend time with family and friends. The craze for firecrackers seems to have gone down considerably.

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VASTU TIP OF THE DAY A well, pole or temple should not be there in front of the main entrance of the house. by Dr. Prem Gupta (9820045774/9930318119, www.drpremgupta.com)

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After having her eyes injured in a cooker blast, girl appears for her exams with the help of a writer By Suresh Golani

Vrushali Gholap, inspite of the discomfort and pain, answered her papers with some selfless help of a writer.

Son commits suicide over mother’s death

Fraudster handed over to police Offered refrigerators for just Rs.950 claiming it was part promo campaign for a Bollywood star

By Suresh Golani

nable to bear the loss of his mother, a 38-year-old man committed suicide by hanging himself from the ceiling of the bathroom at his tenement in Arnala. The incident was reported from the Vasudev Bua Nagar area of Arnala during the wee hours on Wednesday, police said. The body of the deceased, Santosh Mehar (38) was found hanging from the ceiling by a nylon rope. Investigations revealed that Santosh’s mother, Kashibai Mehar (82) passed away on Tuesday after a prolonged illness. “We believe that the shock of losing his mother was so much that it led him to commit suicide,” said an investigating officer.

ike any other final-year student, 19-year-old Vrushali Ramesh Gholap, had been burning the midnight oil for her exams. But here's the difference: Gholap suffered serious eye injuries due to a pressure cooker blast and in fact went on to appear for the paper with the help of a writer at the examination center on Wednesday. A Final Year B.Com student of Saint Gonsalo Garcia College in Vasai, Gholap suffered severe eye injuries following a pressure cooker blast in the kitchen of her house on the eve of her final paper on Tuesday. “Even after being in a lot of pain she did not want to waste her academic year and insisted on appearing for the last paper -Computer Systems and Applications,” said her father Ramesh Gholap, an auto-driver. Her parents then approached the management of Z.B. Zakaria College, the examination center, requesting permission from Mumbai University to allow her to appear for the paper with the help of a writer. Considering the genuineness of her appeal, the Controller of Examinations allowed her to have a writer in the form of Tejas Agarwal.

By Suresh Golani

haotic scenes were witnessed at the Mira Road police station on Wednesday afternoon when residents of Shanti Park handed over custody of an alleged fraudster who duped locals by offering them refrigerators for just Rs.950. Identified as Vishal Shah, the suspect claimed to be the representative of charitable organization started by a famous Bollywood star and offered a mini refrigerator along-with fifty bottles of packaged mineral water. More than 100 people, including local hoteliers, have reportedly been duped by the fraudster who accepted money promising delivery of the refrigerators, but later on started avoiding answering their calls, said sources. However, till reports last came in, the police were yet to register an FIR against the accused who has been detained by the Mira Road police for further investigation.

The accused, Vishal Shah.

Kandivli Shatabdi notches two deaths Two-member enquiry committee formed to ascertain why the women, both nine-months pregnant, died with their unborn children died in the new hospital By a staff reporter

wo pregnant women died in the newly built Kandivali Shatabdi Hospital within a span of 48 hours. Their bodies have been sent for postmortem to ascertain the cause of deaths even as a twomember inquiry committee has been set up by the civic body. Relatives of the deceased allege negligence by doctors as the reason for the deaths. Sharda Kotkar (29) was ninemonths pregnant and was admit-

ted to the hospital on Tuesday. Doctors declared the death of her baby at 8 pm and her death at 9. However, relatives complained that she died in the afternoon but declared dead in late night. Shakila Banu Khan (26) also nine-months pregnant, was admitted to the hospital on Monday. She and her baby died on Wednesday. Public Health Committee Chairman Gita Gawali said, “We have constituted a two-member inquiry committee to look into the matter and submit its report in two days.”

Ill-fated? The Shatabdi Hospital at Kandivli.

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Photographer and muse

When Nikon Ambassador and digital photography specialist was in Mumbai in September, it was but natural that he would gravitate

towards the Mayor’s Bungalow at Shivaji Park where he met another photographer on whom he has bestowed lavish praise on his Facebook page. We give you a glimpse: ”One of the coolest things that my camera has given me is the ability to meet some of the most extraordinary people on the planet. This is Uddhav Thackeray, leader of the Shiv Sena political party arguably the most influential party in India. What is even cooler is he is a serious photographer. He also shares the same level of interest and passion as I do for digital infrared. We are at the Mayor of Mumbai’s home in which he is giving a signed copy of his book of aerial images of the castles of India. I was humbled by him and awed by the quality of his photographs.” Almost equally, Renowned photographer Vincent Versace of San Francisco was so he was bowled bowled over by Sunil Prabhu that he took this photograph of him and over by our declared he would vote for him if he was Indian. Mayor, Sunil

Prabhu, of whom he took some rather nice pictures, capturing his ‘soulful expression’ with a good deal of success. It seems foreigners always want to know how exactly this huge, chaotic, churning city verging on the anarchical is actually governed. So Vincent, who is based in LA, spent a day with Prabhu and had lunch with him, as part of a looping tour of Benaras and other places as well, before going home. According to sources close to the Mayor, Versace has declared at home that if he were a citizen of India, he would definitely vote for him, but of course we do not have to be so bowled over by Mr. Versace. His picture of Sunil Prabhu is so nice that we are reproducing it here for our readers.

Patna’s Gandhi Maidan

It is difficult to imagine bombs going off around the Gandhi Maidan, but this was the sort of disaster just waiting to happen. For that matter, it is difficult to envisage the Maidan itself as we once knew it, when we were children in a Bihar that still had to grow into the madness and the

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badness of the Laloo years. The Gandhi Maidan was a short, reluctant 15 minute walk from where we lived, a place to which we were trundled early every evening, slightly sleepy and bitterly protesting, prodded along by maids who couldn’t wait to get a breather in the company of others like them, trundling and prodding other children along. It seemed huge then, a vast expanse of ground which a couple of decades earlier had been called the Patna Lawns. Once upon a time apparently dog races were held there, but with the Indian Freedom Movement, it entered into the lexicon of gatherings as the best place to reach the largest number of people at one shot, long before Facebook and Twitter, WhatsApp and SMS took communication right out of our hands and gave it to the machines. Of course, this was a time when children went out to play, and so we did, under watchful eyes. We ran until we could hear the blood sing in our veins and collapsed on grass heated by the summer but still smelling sweet, and watched the sky wheeling above our heads. And never did we think there would come a time when calling Patna our hometown would seem a

distinct disadvantage to the rest of the country.

What was that, again?

“A 20-member delegation led by Deputy Chief Minister of Goa, Mr. Francis D’Souza, along with Minister of Tourism, Mr. Dilip Parulekar met the Tourism Minister of Israel, Mr. Uzi Landau in Jerusalem recently to promote Goa Tourism. This delegation showcased the state of Goa and also invited Mr. Landau to visit Goa with his delegation.” In other words, the Goan delegation is trying to sell Goa to the Israelis in the sense of inviting more tourism from there. And here we were under the impression that quite a bit of Goa has already been sold to Israelis – and the Russians. Surely Morjim, Anjuna, Calangute and Anjuna ring a bell, colonised as they are by both Israelis and Russians? As for tourism in the opposite direction, it’s already pretty established. And when we say ‘religious’, we mean ‘religious’, not an opportunity to whoop it up after a two-year mandatory stint in the army which includes terrorising the locals when they stray on to the beaches one has ‘taken over’ because of numbers!

Turkish delight

Please understand this very clearly. All of us who go to Turkey and visit Istanbul, do so because we want to eat Turkish Delight, sail down the Bosphorus, watch the belly dancers, definitely shop at the Grand Bazar, venture into a 400-year-old Turkish bath for ‘the full treatment’, visit Hagia Sophia etc etc. When our worthies from the BMC go there, preferably in a delegation, they go to hold earnest discussions with similarly placed politicians and discuss the possibilities of implementing a Bus Rapid Transit System in Mumbai. Which is what some of the party leaders are going to do shortly, having got their visas and packed their bags, this in spite of traffic experts declaring years ago that the plan was not practical for the city because the section in the middle of the major roads required for such a system has already been taken over in a lot of places by useless flyovers, when they are not occupied by the structures required for Metro and Monorail which look as if they will never be completed. Still, we suppose it is better to go and see for oneself since nowadays no one can be trusted, especially experts who purport to know better than elected representatives who really know everything. And we can vouch for the fact that Istanbul, straddling both Asia and Europe most satisfactorily, in terms of geography and culture, is one of the most fascinating places in the world to visit. On Tuesday, the country celebrated its 90th national Day with a huge party and our party columnist Marcellus Baptista was there to do some reporting.

The Turkish way, sparing no effort to keep the customers happy as the huge Turkish Airlines lounge in Istanbul airport.

Recently he also spent some time at Istanbul Airport on his way back from Naples, Italy, and was amazed at the Turkish Airlines lounge that is open for business class passengers, packed to the gills although it is sprawled across 3,000 sq m and capable of holding 2,000 passengers. Snaking his way through the

crowd he got a whiff of the extensive menu of hot and cold dishes on offer and the multitude of alcoholic options. His walkaround took him past private relaxation rooms, showers with special toiletry kits, playroom for children and private infant room, TV and music systems, daily local and foreign newspapers and

magazines, a billiard hall, library and business centre. And he is full of little details that party columnists pick up – the horizontal bed on the way back, choice of movies, in-flight cuisine with Turkish mezze, stuffed zucchini in olive oil, grilled swordfish with eggplant, red peppers and new potato puree, along with oven-fresh

bread, assorted cheese and jalebi. The next time we fly as usual on a low cost carrier, contemplating whether we need to spend Rs 135 on two slices of bread, a hint of butter separated by two slices of tomato and a skin of limp lettuce, we shall think of how much better we could do things, if only we were Turkish.

CHANGE OF NAME

I have changed my name from Mohmed Mosen Noor Mohamed Shaikh to Mohsin Noor Mohammad Shaikh as per Affidavit dated on 9 October 2013. C-21223 I have changed my name from Shaileshkumar Sumantrai Desai to Shailesh Sumantrai Desai as per Affidavit No. HS 624299. C-21361 I have changed my name from Jiteshkumar Savjibhai Prajapti to Jitesh Savaji Mavdhiya as per Affidavit for deed poll dated 17-10-2013. C-21362 I have changed my name from Godavari Manohar Mulchandani to Sarla Manohar Mulchandani as per Affidavit. C-21363 I have changed my name from Khalida Bano Ataur Rehman, to ‘Khalida Jafar Shaikh’ as per Affidavit Dated: 28/10/2013. C-21364 I, Abdul Kadar Khan have changed my Daughter’s name from Shaza Abdul Kadar Khan, to ‘Hajrah Abdul Kadar Khan’ as per Maharashtra Govt. Gazette No. (X-43549) Dated: 03/10/2013. C-21365 I have changed my name from Zahead Begum Mohmmed Haroon, to ‘Zahida Begum Mohammed Haroon Khan’ as per Maharashtra Govt. Gazette No. (U-40500) Dated: 10/10/2013. C-21366 I have changed my name from Mohamed Haroon Mohamed Basit, to ‘Mohammed Haroon Mohamed Khan’ as per Maharashtra Govt. Gazette No. (U- 40501) Dated: 10/10/2013. C-21367 I have changed my name from Mohammed Rafique, to ‘Mohammed Rafique Qureshi’ as per Affidavit Dated: 30/10/2013. C-21368 I have changed my name from Mohammed Sawood Hasan Bapa Shingati, to ‘Mohammed Saud Hasan Bapa Shingati’ as per Maharashtra Govt. Gazette No. (X-43548) Dated: 03/10/2013. C-21369 I have changed my name from Shantaram Damodhar Kale, to ‘Shantaram Damodar Kale’ as per Maharashtra Govt. Gazette No. (U-46516) Dated: 17/10/2013. C-21370

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I have changed my name from Amankumar Sharma to Aman Sharma as per deed poll Affidavit. C-21373

I Vageshwari Bhaskar Patil have changed my name to Vrushali Vijay Vaidya as per deed poll Affidavit dated : 30/10/13 C-21388

I have changed my name from Mazahar Abdul Hamid Khan to Mazhar Abdul Hamid Shaikh as per Affidavit C-21404

I have changed my name from Dinesh Kumar Gulchand Kanojiya to Dinesh Gulchand Kanojiya as per Affidavit C-21420

I have changed my name from Pramudini Manikrao Karande to Pramodini Suresh Dhole as per Affidavit C-21436

I have changed my name from Ekta Mahesh Sadarangani to Palak Karan Belani as per Affidavit. C-21374

I Jivanlal Patel have changed my name to Jivanbhai Patel as per deed poll Affidavit dated : 30/10/13 C-21389

I have changed my name from Miss. Khadija Abdul Latif Bawazir to Mrs. Khadija Amir AnwarShaikh as per Affidavit. C-21405

I have changed my name from Jaintilal Parmar to Jayantilal Parmar as per Affidavit C-21421

I have changed my name from Murli Jethanand Panjabi to Murli Jethanand Punjabi as per Affidavit. C-21437

I have changed my name from Amankumar Vishnushankar Tripathi to Arun Vishnushankar Tripathi as per Maharashtra Gazette No (U27925). C-21375

I Vijaykumar Gangaram Vyas have changed my name to Vijay Gangaram Vyas as per deed poll Affidavit dated : 29/10/13 C-21390

I have changed my name from Mr. Aamir Ghulam Dastagir Ansari to Mr. Mohammed AamirGulam Dastagir Ansari as per Affidavit. C-21406

I have changed my name from Sushilkumar Patkar to Sushil Patkar as per Affidavit dated 29th October, 2013. C-21376 I have changed my name from Varshaben Patel to Varsha Sushil Patkar as per Affidavit dated 29th October, 2013. C-21377 I have changed my name from Haresh Rajesh Modi to Harsh Raju Modi as per Affidavit dated 30thOctober, 2013. C-21378 I have changed my name from Rajubhai Modi to Raju Modi as per Affidavit dated 30th October, 2013. C-21379 I have changed my name from Rajesh Pannalal Modi to Raju Pannalal Modi as per Affidavit dated 30thOctober, 2013. C-21380 I have changed my name from Rajesh Modi to Raju Modi as per Affidavit dated 30th October, 2013. C-21381 I have changed my name from Minaben Ramanlal Shah to Meena Raju Modi as per Affidavit dated 30thOctober, 2013. C-21382 I Mausami Ashokkumar Mehta have changed my name to Mosmi Rahul Gedia as per deed poll Affidavit dated : 29/10/13 C-21383 I Prasala Akabarali Noormahmad have changed my name to Prasla Akbarali Noormahmad as per deed poll Affidavit dated : 23/10/13 C-21384 I Jyotibala Natwarlal Shah have changed my name to Jyoti James as per deed poll Affidavit dated : 11/10/13 C-21385

I have changed my name from Mohamed Asif Mohamed Yusuf to Mohamed Asif Mohamed Yusuf Mirza as per Affidavit. C-21371

I Gedia Govindbhai Laljibhai have changed my name to Gedia Vinodbhai Laljibhai as per deed poll Affidavit dated : 29/10/13 C-21386

I have changed my name from Vijayaswamy Rashmi Guruvinahalli to Rashmi Ritesh Mistry as per Affidavit. C-21372

I Gedia Sushilaben Govindbhai have changed my name to Gedia Sushila Vinodbhai as per deed poll Affidavit dated : 29/10/13 C-21387

I Geetesh Shankar Mahyanashi have changed my name to Geetesh Shankar Surti as per Maharashtra Government Gazette No X-37821 dated : 08/09/2011 C-21391 We Hasmukh Ravjibhai Shah & Mukta Hasmukh Shah have changed our minor daughter’s name from Moksha Hasmukh Gada to Moksha Hasmukh Shah as per deed poll Affidavit. C-21392 I Hasmukh Ravjibhai Gada have changed my name to Hasmukh Ravjibhai Shah as per deed poll Affidavit. C-21393 I Mukta Hasmukh Gada have changed my name to Mukta Hasmukh Shah as per deed poll Affidavit. C-21394 I Liyakat Dasurkar have changed my name to Ali Fakir Dasurkar as per deed poll Affidavit. C-21395 I Ramesh Kumar have changed my name to Ramesh Kumar Suthar as per deed poll Affidavit. C-21396 I Pratik Mogarkar have changed my name to Pratik Mestry as per deed poll Affidavit. C-21397

I Abdul Salam Mohammad Abbas Ansari have changed my minor child name from Mohammad Noman Abdul Salam to Noman Abdul Salam Ansari as per Affidavit. C-21407 I have changed my name from Hafiz Ansari to Hafiz Abdul Salam Ansari as per Affidavit. C-21408 I have changed my name from Gharatkar Manzuma Abbas to Alhadad Manzuma Abdul Aziz as per Affidavit. C-21408 I have changed my name from Mohamed Zuber Hafiz Mohammed Mubeen Nadvi to Mohammed Zubair Hafiz Mohammed Mubeen Shaikh as per Affidavit Dt. 30.10.2013. C-21410 I have changed my name from Usama Mohamed Zuber Nadvi to Mohammed Usama Mohammed Zubair Shaikh as per Affidavit Dt. 30.10.2013. C-21411 I have changed my name from Suham Vitthal Morebhat to Suham Vitthal Bhatmore as per Affidavit. C-21412 I have changed my name from Birajashankar Nathuram Patel to Birjashankar Nathuram Patel as per Affidavit. C-21413

I Vilas Mogarkar have changed my name to Vilas Mestry as per deed poll Affidavit. C-21398

I have changed my name from Sayeed Hifazat Husain Rizvi to Hifazat Hussain Sayed as per Affidavit. C-21414

I Vidya Mogarkar have changed my name to Vidya Mestry as per deed poll Affidavit. C-21399

I have changed my name from Kaniz Firza to Kaniz Fizza Sayed as per Affidavit C-21415

I Rajanikant Mohapatra have changed my name to Rajanikanta Mohapatra as per deed poll Affidavit. C-21400

I have changed my name from Savita Poojary to Savita Shivram Suvarna as per Affidavit C-21416

I Hemlata Maganlal Kameker have changed my name to Rupali Rajendra Naik as per deed poll Affidavit. C-21401

I have changed my name from Srinivas Narayan Kamath to Shrinivas Narayan Kamath as per Affidavit C-21417

I Uniskumar Satarbhai Ganchi have changed my name to Yunus Satarbhai Chudesara as per deed poll Affidavit. C-21402

I have changed my name from Irene Greta Cardoza to Greta Cardoza as per Affidavit. C-21418

I Raju Amarraj Naik have changed my name to Rajendra Amarraj Naik as per deed poll Affidavit. C-21403

I have changed my name from Shanawaz Shafa Khan to Shanavaz Shafa Khan as per Affidavit C-21419

I have changed my name from Pramudini Manikrao Karande to Pramodini Suresh Dhole as per Affidavit C-21422 I have changed my name from Reyaz Ahmed Mohamed Rafique to Riyaz Ahmed Shaikh as per Affidavit C-21423

I have changed my name from Mukunda Dhau Mhatre to Mukund Dhau Mhatre as per Affidavit. C-21438 I have changed my name from Delymol David Tharayil to Dalee David Tharayil as per Affidavit. C-21439

I have changed my name from Noorjahan Khatoon Mohamad Hasim Khan to Noorjahan Sherugulamrasul Khan as per deed poll Affidavit C-21424

I have changed my name from Manojkumar Ramkumar Singh to Manojkumar Ramkumar Gautam as per Affidavit C-21440

I have changed my name from Chota Babu Alias Javed Iqbal. to Javed Iqbal Barwani as per deed poll Affidavit C-21425

I have changed my name from Suvarna Atmaram Deshmukh to Pratima Pritam Deshmukh as per Affidavit C-21441

I have changed my name from mehjabeen javed iqbal to mehjabeen javed barwani as per deed poll Affidavit C-21426

I have changed my name from Moses Jeninglas to Moses Jeniglas as per Affidavit C-21442

I have changed my name from Hiba Javed Barwani to Heeba Javed Barwani as per deed poll Affidavit C-21427 I have changed my name from Mr. Nandoliya Sulemanbhai Habibbhai to Mr. Nandoliya Suleman Habibbhai as per Affidavit C-21428 I have changed my name from Mr. Mohd Arif Gulam Rasool Manasia to Mr.Arif Gulam Rasool Manasiya as per Affidavit C-21429 I have changed my name from Mr. Eram Arif Manasiya to Mr. Iram Arif Manasiya as per Affidavit C-21430 I have changed my name from Mrs. Patrot Laxmi Mahaling to Mrs. Patrot Shantava Mahaling as per Affidavit C-21431 We Ashfaque Karedia & Jamila Ashfaque Karedia have name changed our minor daughter’s name from Miss. Umama Hafiz Asfaq Kardiya to Miss. Umama Ashfaque Karedia as per Affidavit. C-21432 I have changed my name from Reyaz Ahmed Mohamed Rafique to Riyaz Ahmed Shaikh as per Affidavit C-21433 I have changed my name from Nandni Prakash Rasal to Rekha Prakash Rasal as per Affidavit C-21434 I have changed my name from Sharma Harishchandr Jhakadi to Harishchand Jhakadi Sharma as per Affidavit C-21435

I have changed my name from Sudhadevi Durgaprasad Chaurasia to Sudha Durgaprasad Chaurasia as per Affidavit C-21443 I have changed my name from Surendrakumar Kooverji Dedhia to Surendrakunverji Dedhia as per Affidavit C-21444 I have changed my name from Manoj Purshotam Bhanushali to Manoj Purshotam Bhadra as per Affidavit C-21445 I have changed my name from Manda Vithal Kamble to Yamuna Apichand Sonawane as per Affidavit C-21446 I have changed my name from Sanjay Nishad to Sanjay Kumar Nishad as per Affidavit C-21447 I have changed my name from Hanmanta Devputra Gaiwale to Hanmanta Devputra Avlallu as per Affidavit C-21448 I have changed my name from Manoj Jethmal Dudhani to Manojkumar Jethmal Dudhani as per Affidavit C-21449 I have changed my name from Najrunnisa Mohammed Tahir Siddique to Najrunnisa Mohammed Tahir Khan as per Gazette No.U- 40609 dated Oct 2013 C-21450 I have changed my name from Mohammed Tahir Siddique to Mohammed Tahir Khan as per Gazette No.U- 40610 dated Oct 2013 C-21451

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Man electrocuted atop Churchgate-bound train Similar accidents in the past:

By Kainaz Choksey

n Wednesday morning, an unidentified man was electrocuted while travelling on a Churchgate bound train. The incident took place at 10:20 am between Khar and Bandra on an Up fast Churchgate bound train. According to Senior Police Inspector V.P. Dhopawakar, Government Railway Police (GRP), Bandra, “The unidentified man is injured. He has suffered head injuries”. The victim, a resident of Powai, was immediately rushed to Bhabha Hospital. Rooftop travelling has become even more dangerous since February after power supply to trains was augmented by nearly 17 times. As such, the current coursing through overhead cables increased from 1,500 volt direct current (DC) to 25,000 volt alternating current (AC). If a person even ventures within a twometer radius, there is a good chance he will be sucked in by the current, and the resulting electric shock may be fatal.

A 19-year-old youth was electrocuted while performing stunts atop a suburban train near Tilak Nagar station. The deceased, Shamsher Alam Sheikh, had climbed onto the roof of a Central Railway local along with two of his friends at Mankhurd. In May, a 25-year-old commuting on a Virar-bound local died instantly after being electrocuted by heavily charged overhead wires. On March 20, a 25-year-old man who had entered a railway yard was electrocuted after he touched an overhead wire of a stationary local train between Mira Road and Bhayander. On March 19, a 20-year-old man was electrocuted while his friend suffered serious injuries near Khadavli railway station near Titwala, when the duo accidentally touched the overhead wires.

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DCP Zone VIII prints 24,000 stickers as part of campaign about chain snatching and terrorism

By Zuber Ansari

n a creative move, the Deputy Commissioner of Police (DCP) Zone VIII) Namdev Chavan has asked the six major police stations under his jurisdiction to paste stickers printed as part of an awareness campaign on chain snatching and terror activities in auto rickshaws and public places, to prepare the common man. The recent spate of chain and bag snatching incidents in the city has prompted this unique approach of educating people about how to tackle these kinds of crimes. This awareness program was asked to be implemented in every police station with immediate effect. Talking to the ADC, Chavan said, “Looking at the current increase in crimes like chain snatching and bag lifting which take place mostly in

autos and taxis, our aim is to make people aware. Considering Diwali is around the corner, markets and shopping areas are often crowded, and we hope to use these stickers to make them realise the importance of being alert to suspicious people and objects around them. If even a few people are impacted by

this campaign, we will consider it a success.” Speaking about the campaign, Vinayak Mulay, Senior Police Inspector, Vakola Police station said, “Around 2,000 stickers have been given to us to be pasted in auto rickshaws and we have started handing them out already. Both stickers contain information asking passengers to note down the number of a vehicle that seems to be following them and inform the Mumbai Police control room.” Shashikant Talegaonkar, Senior Police Inspector, Vile Parle Police station said, “We have called singer Vaisahali Sawant to kickstart our campaign. Four constables from our police station will paste the stickers in every auto and taxi. This is a good initiative which will help to curb the menace of chain snatching and bag lifting.”

NCP at Left parties’ meet By Suyash Padate

for this convention was reciprocated by the Samajwadi iving a major blow to its Party, JDU and other secular alliance partner Congress, parties. However, eyebrows the Sharad Pawar-led Nation- were raised when the NCP, the alist Congress Party (NCP) yes- oldest alliance partner of the terday suddenly jumped in to Congress attended the meet. the camp of third front parties. Senior NCP leader D.P. TriThe NCP attended the meet- pathi was present at the coning convened by the left par- vention. ties to form a non-Congress, Speaking to reporters, NCP non-BJP government. leader Praful Patel said that his As the Lok Sabha elections party was merely attending are approaching, the Third the meeting against commuFront parties aim to form a nalism with like-minded parnon-Congress, non-BJP gov- ties. “Too much should not be ernment at the Centre on the read into it. However, all opplank of secularism and have tions are open for us”. Significantly, a verbal duel is called a meeting on Wednesday. The Left parties’ initiative on between the Congress and

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Major fire engulfs godown after around 250 workers employed on first and second floors leave for the day

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massive fire destroyed most of a godown at the Indian Corporation compound in Dapoda, Bhiwandi a little after Tuesday midnight. More than 50 fire fighters and twelve fire engines had to be brought in to control the situation, as the fire engulfed most of the 30,000 square feet space. Incidentally, this is the godown where the Britannia Biscuit Company stores its goods. The Fire Control Room rushed its personnel and vehicles, on receiving a call from Dapoda, but as the fire was big and a major area of godown was in flames, more fire engines were called in from nearby Thane, Ulhasnagar and Kalyan area. By Wednesday morning, the fire fighters controlled the fire but some smoke was still seen coming out from godowns. Goods worth lakhs of ru-

Thousands of packets of Britannia biscuits were destroyed in the fire that devastated the interiors of this huge godown in Bhiwandi. pees were destroyed in the fire, but no casualty was reported in the incident. Readymade garment manager Rajesh Mishra said, “Just an hour before the, 250 workers who worked on the first and second floors of the building had left the godown

after completing their shifts, otherwise it could have become a major tragedy.’’ Chief Fire Officer D.N. Salve said, “We are trying to ascertain the exact cause of fire; there was no casualty and the police are also investigating.

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Road in Garodia Nagar, (which comes under the Pant Nagar police station’s jurisdiction), was of immense help to locals, as the presence of men in khaki proved a deterrent to antisocial elements. The beat chowkie, however, remained closed for most part of the day complained locals. A Garodia Nagar resident, Nilima Shinde (name changed), said, “The beat police chowkie which had opened at 90 Feet Road served to discourage anti social activity in the area. But its recent closure has led to a spurt in crimes lately.” The ADC spoke to the owner of a shop nearby who, on condition of anonymity, said, “The chowkie has been functional for the last three to four months. Policemen do visit the chowkie at certain times of the day and night. But I do agree that constant police presence will give respite to local residents in times hence it should remain open all the time.” When asked, Suresh Nirmal, senior police inspector of Pant Nagar police station, under whose jurisdiction the beat chowki is located, said, “The 90 Feet Road beat chowkie, near Garodia Nagar is fully functional. Policemen do take regular rounds of the area and can be found inside the beat chowkie also. They even use it during lunch time, and can be seen patrolling the area at night. But on certain occasions, like police bandobasts or emergency situations, the beat chowkie may remain closed.”

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The BJP-Sena alliance is likely to suffer as a result of the deletion of voters’ names and has demanded to know the procedures followed for these deletions By Prashant Hamine

September 1, the effect of deletion of names, the difference between the hile the growing number of voter population within the span of a youth voters is a matter of fortnight factored into with the curjoy, the deletion of names rent seats won by the political parties from the voters’ list in the recent presents a grim picture for the BJPsummary revision of electoral rolls is Sena alliance ahead of the 2014 Lok more likely to damage the electoral Sabha and Assembly elections that prospects of the opposition BJP-Shiv follow. Out of the 47 assembly seats curSena alliance. During the summary revision of electoral rolls that took rently held by the BJP, the deletions place in September, the Election appear to affect its electoral fortunes Commission of India (EC) deleted in 41 assembly seats. Shiv Sena, 57.26 lakh duplicate entries and which has won 45 seats, faces grim names of deceased voters and electoral prospects in 44 assembly pruned the voter population to 7.62 seats on account of the deletion. In the case of Congress, which had won crore in the state. The maximum deletion of voter 82 assembly seats in 2009 elections, names has taken place from Mumbai its electoral chances are likely to be Suburban and Pune districts raising affected in 74 assembly constituena few eyebrows in the BJP camp. The cies. As for the NCP, which had won total number of voters which was 62 assembly constituencies, its elec7.99 crore as of September 1 came toral chances are likely to be affected down to 7.62 crore on September 16 in 56 of the assembly constituencies. at the end of the summary revision The worst affected is the MNS which process. The total deletion of names is likely to see its electoral chances in the four major urban districts is as get affected on account of deletions follows: Mumbai City - 4.75 lakh, in all the 12 assembly constituencies Mumbai Suburban - 6.88 lakh, Thane that it currently holds. Speaking to ADC yesterday, state - 4.78 lakh, Nashik - 3.24 lakh and BJP spokesperson Madhav Bhandari Pune - 9.14 lakh. As per the EC’s data of deletion of remarked “It is a well-hatched convoters’ names from all the 288 as- spiracy and we wonder how the EC sembly constituencies as of Septem- could have fallen prey to such a conber 16 and the voter list as of spiracy. I want to know from the EC

as to what procedure they had followed for such a massive deletion. There is a specific procedure followed for deletions. I wonder whether this rigorous procedure has been followed while deleting lakhs of names. If not then is responsible for flouting these norms?” According to EC sources, the deletion of duplicate names and names of deceased voters was done in accordance with the procedure guideDistricts with maximum deletion of voters’ names: Pune: 9,14,301 lakh Mumbai Suburban: 6,88,615 Thane: 4,78,123 Assembly Constituencies with maximum deletion of voters’ names: Kasbapeth: 83,428 Byculla: 80,273 Thane: 48,635

Assembly Constituencies with minimum deletion of voters’ names: Warora: 67 Gondiya: 522 Akot: 1,026

lines. “The EC had given due publicity to the process of deletion, notices were sent to those voters who after visits were not found at their usual place of residence”, added the EC official. He further clarified that no names will be deleted from the voters’ list until and unless the concerned person does not respond personally. However, another EC official on condition of anonymity disclosed that at the grassroots level the local tehsildar doubles up as the electoral registration officer and is over-burdened with other official responsibilities. “If a person gives an individual application form it is bound to get misplaced”, he added. Pune district tops the list of districts in terms of maximum number of deletion of duplicate and deceased voter names. Here 9.14 lakh names of duplicate and deceased voters have been deleted from the voter lists of 21 assembly constituencies. Out of the 21 assembly constituencies, the maximum number of deletions of voters’ names has taken place in Kasbapeth assembly constituency where names of 83,428 voters have been deleted. The Mumbai Suburban district comes second in terms of maximum number of deletion of duplicate and deceased voters. Names of 6.88 lakh

duplicate and deceased voters in 26 assembly constituencies in the district have been deleted. The maximum deletion of voters’ names has taken place in Ghatkopar West assembly constituency where names of 46,857 voters were deleted. Elsewhere in Mumbai City district the maximum number of deletion of voters names from the voters list has taken place from Byculla assembly constituency where names of 80,273 voters have been deleted. In Thane district, the maximum number of deletions of 48,635 names has taken place from Thane assembly constituency. The maximum number of deletion of voter names in Nashik district has taken place in Nashik Central assembly constituency where names of 41,633 voters were deleted. As against this, the least number of deletions of voters names have taken place in Chandrapur, Gondiya and Akola districts. Here, just 67 names have been deleted from Warora assembly constituency in Chandrapur district. A good 522 names of voters have been deleted from Gondiya assembly constituency in Gondiya district, followed by deletion of 1,026 names from Akola assembly constituency in Akola district.

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Continued from pg 1 « to take a feverish pitch, as Diwali will ensure enough money with punters. Considering this, the turnover in each of the Tests is anticiSachin Tendulkar’s 199th test match (the second-last of his 24 year cricketing career). Odds on Sachin scoring runs in both innings combined Runs Odds (on every rupee bet) 25 00.12 paise 50 00.29 paise 100 Rs. 2.00 200 Rs 8.00 Other odds Half Century-------00.80 paise Century-----------------Rs. 4.5 Double Century-------Rs. 11 Match rates If India wins-------00.84 Paise Draw-------------01.85 Paise If West Indies wins---Rs 05.50 Bookies strongly fathom that the business would cross Rs. 1,000 crore and approximately 70,000 people are expected at Eden Garden to watch Sachin play.

Continued from pg 1 « the municipal authorities have now issued eviction notices to residents of old municipal buildings in the suburb. In the process however, even residents of the buildings that needed only to be repaired, have been issued eviction notices. The residents of the 16 buildings belonging to the Solid Waste Management (SWM) department of the MCGM located at PL Lokhande Marg in Chembur received an eviction notice on October 18 from the Assistant Head Supervisor of the SWM. Each building has 12 flats and houses almost 200 families of municipal employees for the last 50 years. “The eviction notice brought a sense of gloom in the locality. Even the upcoming Diwali celebration will not bring any happiness to these 200 odd families. Ex-

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Betting Big on the Little Master Police will check Navi Mumbai noise levels ferent from that in the Ranji Trophy,” said another Ahmedbad based bookie. “Nobody remembers when Sachin scored his last Test ton. Our confidence has come from his weak foot movement and the pressure that will be on him to score before retiring.” Bookies are offering 12 paise on every rupee bet on Tendulkar scoring just 25 runs in both innings combined. If he scores 50 runs in both innings together the odds rise to 29 paise on a rupee. The bookies will pay double the amount on every rupee bet if Tendulkar scores 100 runs in two innings. However, there is a consensus among bookies that India will win the Kolkata Test against the West Indies. Considering this, bookies are offering 84 paise on every rupee bet on India’s win. The odds for a match draw are 1:1.84 paise. If theWest Indies manages to win, the punters will get Rs 5.5 on a rupee.

pated to be close to between Rs. 850 crore to 900 crore – the highest since the World Cup final of 2011. “If the turnover reaches Rs. 1000 crore or more, it will set a record in the satta bazzar, which would hardly be broken in future marches,” added a bookie. But the odds are staked high against the ‘Master Blaster’ scoring well at Eden Garden. Bookies are offering Rs. 4.5 on every rupee bet if Tendulkar manages to score a century. The odds increase to as much as Rs. 11 for a double century and bookies will pay 80 paise even if Sachin scores half a century. City based bookies as well those from Delhi and Ahmedabad expressed their annoyance at Tendulkar’s 79 not out (off 175 balls) in the Ranji Trophy. Mumbai won versus Haryana on October 30 due to Tendulkar’s unbeaten second innings. “Playing the West Indies amidst a crowd of 80,000 people at Eden Garden is dif-

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over’ remark at the bottom, which again confused students as the back of the question paper was blank. Dilip Karande, a senate and management Continued from pg 1 « member of MU, told the ADC, “According to options, amongst which three options were the examination process, after the paper is spelt wrongly. The president of India- Pranab printed, a team from the examination departMukherjee was typed as ‘Pranab Mukharjee’, ment proof reads the question paper twice and actor Ranbir Kapoor was typed as ‘Ranbeer then finalizes it for the exams; but it seem that Kapur,’ ace badminton player Saina Nehwal the proof reading for this concerned paper was was spelled as ‘Sain Nehwal’ and snippets not carried out.” The ADC, contacted Dr Padma Deshmukh, were spelled as ‘sinppetts’ though the spelling of Saina Nehwal was hand corrected, the Controller of Examinations, MU, who other mistakes were not noticed by the MU said “The examination department did not receive any complaints about the same. authorities. The question paper also carried major The department will try its best to take punctuation mistakes. Though the question all necessary steps in the interests of the paper was only one sided, it carried a ‘Turn students.”

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cept two or three buildings that are in dangerous condition, the rest of the buildings only need to be repaired for which funds have also been released by the authorities. Why has this eviction notice been issued?” asks a concerned resident on the condition of anonymity. Sources say that when BMC officials came to survey the municipal ground to build transit camp buildings, the local Municipal Councilor Sangeeta Handore who also happens to be the wife of the former Social Justice Minister of State Chandrakant Handore, confronted the officials saying that the ground belonged to them. However, civic officials told her that the ground belongs to the BMC. Chandrakant Handore, the local MLA, has constructed a building on the ground which houses a school and marriage hall. “Rs. 2 lakh is charged for marriage func-

and the civic authority should not issue licenses to the vendors.” Additional Municipal commissioner Dr. Sanjay Pathiwar said, “The civic authority last year has issued 225 licenses to sell crackers whereas this year we understand the same vendors will have applied for licenses.”

essary action in areas wherever sound limits have been night. But in some commer- exceeded.” As per the records of the cial areas, the permissible limit is 65 dB in the day and year 2012 maintained by the Maharashtra Pollution Con55 dB at night. Navi Mumbai ACP Fa- trol Board (MPCB) it is been thesingh Patil said, “There noted that certain areas of are nine sound monitors Navi Mumbai had violated been distributed to nine po- the permissible noise limits. A concerned activist said, lice stations across Navi Mumbai in order to take nec- “Police should seize crackers

only 2-3 of the buildings at PL Lokhande Marg required demolition while rest needed only to be repaired. In May tions. Handore fears that if a this year, repair work was cartransit camp is built in the ried out at some of these municipal ground, the mar- buildings. “When the BMC riage hall may lose its sheen knew that repair work was and people may not come enough for these buildings, forward to book the hall,” in- why have residents been asked to suddenly vacate the forms a source. The building residents, flats that they have been living while citing the example of in for ages?,” asks Lalji Khadomunicipal buildings in Kan- tra, a retired civic employee. When this correspondent divali at Sai Nagar, where municipal employees were met Sandhya Nandedkar, Asshifted to a transit camp in sistant Municipal CommisThakur Complex, say that the sioner, M (West) ward and buildings at Sai Nagar have asked her about the notice, neither been demolished nor she said, “These buildings do re-developed even after sev- not come under our departeral years, resulting in the ment. As per the recent order employees living in Thakur of the municipal commisComplex, thus proving that sioner, the concerned departwhen families are relocated, ment will issue an eviction notice to employees living in they are not brought back. Sources said that as per the dilapidated or dangerous structural audit carried out for buildings. In this case the these buildings in Chembur SWM is the concerned delast year, the report stated that partment. You should contact

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the authorities of the SWM department at the Palton Road office.” However, Nandedkar had issued an order on September 1, 2013 to disconnect water/electricity connections to eight private buildings, two municipal buildings and 20 government buildings that come under her M (West) ward. Despite repeated attempts to contact the authorities of the SWM head office at Palton Road, no officials could be contacted. When ADC spoke to Chandrakant Handore, the local MLA, he denied that anyone obstructed civic engineers who came to survey the municipal ground to build a transit camp. He said, “There was a C-building in Chembur which required demolition and redevelopment and hence its occupants (all municipal employees) were shifted to a transit camp. Seven years passed since the relocation, but that building could not be redeveloped and the employees are still in the transit camp. What guarantee can one give if the BMC shifts the residents of these

16 municipal buildings at PL Lolkhande Marg to a transit camp built in the adjacent municipal ground, by promising that all 16 buildings will be demolished and redeveloped? There are around 300 to 350 families living in these 16 buildings, out of which, only half of them can be relocated, even if a new transit camp is being built.” Handore further said that even if he meets the Municipal Commissioner regarding the transit camp buildings, the commissioner might say that the families will be relocated to MHADA transit camps built at Mahul Gaon, GM Link Road, Lallubhai Compound and Mankhurd instead of spending money to build new transit camps. “However, if the municipal employees of these 16 buildings approach me, then I will surely speak to the Municipal Commissioner and request him to redevelop these 16 buildings into towers within a time frame of one and a half to two years, so that these residents can be relocated at the same place,” added Handore.

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iving a major blow to its alliance partner Congress, the Sharad Pawar-led Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) yesterday suddenly jumped in to the camp of third front parties. The NCP attended the meeting convened by the left parties to form a non-Congress, non-BJP

government. As the Lok Sabha elections are approaching, the Third Front parties aim to form a non-Congress, non-BJP government at the Centre on the plank of secularism and have called a meeting on Wednesday. The Left parties’ initiative for this convention was reciprocated by the Samajwadi Party, JDU and other secular parties.

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However, eyebrows were raised when the NCP, the oldest alliance partner of the Congress attended the meet. Senior NCP leader D.P. Tripathi was present at the convention. Speaking to reporters, NCP leader Praful Patel said that his party was merely attending the meeting against communalism with like-minded parties. “Too much should

Evil brother-in-law held for uploading obscene videos, pictures of sis-in-law on FB By Zuber Ansari

35 year-old Mechanical Engineer has been arrested by the Goregaon police for allegedly uploading obscene clips and photographs of his sister-in-law who parted way’s with the accused’s brother two years ago. The accused, Vijay Kantilal Panchal, was nabbed by a special team that caught him from Bhandup after searching for him for almost ten days. He was staying along with his family members and brother Nitesh Panchal, to whom victim had got married in Pune. The woman, aged 31, had tied the knot with Nitesh, then a Pune resident, in 2003. After facing marital issues and being thrown out of the house by her husband in 2009, she moved to her parents’ place in Thane’s Kishan Nagar. Finally in 2011, the couple’s relatives brokered a settlement between them. Nitesh came to Thane and took her back to his house in Pune. But eight months later, the victim once again faced trouble on the marital front and returned to her parents’ place. According to Manisha

members used to stay, and came to know that he has left for Mumbai. Later, with the help of his friends’ mobile records, we came to know that he had contacted a friend who used to stay in Bhandup, and accordingly laid a trap and arrested him, said Nalawade. After obtaining a divorce in 2012, the woman remarried and moved to Goregaon. A year later, in August 2013, she was told by an acquaintance that the photographs were on a social networking site. The profile page was in her name. She approached the cyber crime cell, who found the profile to be fake. On probing further, the poVijay Panchal used clips and pics provided by estate agent Sunil Gupta. lice learnt that her former Nalawade, Police Inspector He called her parents over. husband’s brother had upfrom Goregaon police sta- The woman was shocked. loaded the pictures online tion, the woman had taken On learning that Gupta had out of spite. The accused was up a job at the office of real shot the pictures, she lodged furious at her for maligning estate agent Sunil Gupta, but a complaint against him with his family name and was was not aware about his in- the Thane police and got him seeking revenge. In his interrogation, actentions against her. On the arrested. Gupta had given occasion of Diwali last year the pictures to her husband’s cused Vijay Panchal revealed that, he wanted to spoil her he asked her to collect a gift brother, Vijay. “We were searching for name in his entire Panchal in evening, but after some time, he allegedly offered her him for the last ten days after Community, he was in anger a drink that was spiked and registering the FIR, but did because she left her brother shot obscene photographs not get his exact location. We and enjoying the married life and raped her. When the finally reached his Pune res- with other guy, Nalawade woman visited Pune the next idence, where his family said further. time, her husband confronted her with the pictures.

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Another Facebook rapist By Anil Vishwakarma

he parents of a 17-yearold girl from Bhiwandi have complained to the Narpoli police about her being raped and blackmailed by her Facebook friend. The girl was a regular Facebook user and got into trouble when one of her chat friends on the social networking site, living in Nalasopara, called her to meet him at Vasai where he offered her a cold drink. The girl, who became unconscious after consuming the drink, was taken to a hotel and raped by the ac-

cused who made a video recording of the assault on his mobile phone. After this incident, the girl began avoiding him but he threatened to circulate the sex clip and also show it to her fiancé if she refused to sleep with him. The Narpoli police have registered a case against Aman Pandey, Suraj Pandey and Khushbu Pathak under sections 376 and 420 of the IPC for rape and molestation of a minor girl. Senior Police Inspector D.B. Patil said, “We have registered a case and our team is searching for the accused.”

The movement spearheaded by Nanachudasama for environmental protection was backed by many citizen groups, NGO’s, etc. Seen in Pic is Green-man Mr. Prakash Mirchandani, Hon Secretary of Radio Club, Dr. Mukund Aparajit – Director of Rosemary & Thyme Foundation – distributing saplings at Radio Club.

not be read into it. However, all options are open for us”. Significantly, a verbal duel is on between the Congress and NCP in the state over the Lok Sabha seat sharing. The Congress is insisting for more seats compared to the last elections and has made it clear that it will not accept the 26:22 formula, wherein the Congress is to field its nominee in 26 constituencies

and NCP in 22. As a result the talks have been delayed and the new formula remained undecided. Against this backdrop the NCP’s move to attend the convention of Third Front is seen as pressure tactics to get things done their way. The Congress leaders in the state as well as in New Delhi have so far preferred to be tightlipped over this issue.

Justice D.Y. Chandrachud elevated as CJ of Allahabad HC By Philip Varghese

ombay High Court Justice Dhananjay Y. Chandrachud has been promoted as Chief Justice of the Allahabad High Court. The 40-year-old justice, who is the second senior-most judge in the High Court, will take charge as the Chief Justice on Thursday. Son of the longest serving Chief Justice of India, Y.V. Chandrachud, the judge was an additional solicitor general of Indian for two years before he landed on the bench. In a series of significant judgments, he has delivered in his 13-year span, the post graduate in Law from Harvard University has helped restore fundamental rights of many a litigants. Justice Chandrachud began his practice in High Courts and appeared in several cases involving Public Interest Litigations (PILs). He is also the director of the Maharashtra Judicial Academy and Indian Mediation Training Institute. He recently co-edited a book titled ‘A Heritage of Judging - the Bombay High Court through

Bombay High Court Justice Dhananjay Y. Chandrachud One Hundred and Fifty Years’ to mark the sesquicentennial of the High Court. He has also represented cases on rights of bonded women workers, HIV positive workers, contract labour and rights of religious and linguistic minorities. He was appointed as Additional Solicitor General of India in 1998 and was elevated to additional judge of the Bombay High Court in March 2000. Justice Chandrachud was also appointed by the Supreme Court to submit a report on the state of beaches in Mumbai. During his tenure as the High Court judge, Justice Chandrachud also heard company petitions and PILs.

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y dentist put it best. ‘It’s like carnival time for you journalists, isn’t it?’ he said ‘watching the news on television is like watching a political soap opera’. This comment from my very politically conscious dentist, Victor Rodriguez, came the day after the Prime Minister and Narendra Modi took potshots at each other in Ahmedabad at that function held in honour of Sardar Patel. Modi started the spat by saying more clearly and publicly than anyone has ever done before that India would have been a different and better country had Patel become our first prime minister instead of Jawaharlal Nehru. This comment evoked in our usually reticent Prime Minister a moment of unusual eloquence and he responded coldly that Patel he FDA wakes up once in a blue moon believed, as every other Congress leader of and carries out raids and seizes adulter- that time, that secularism had to be a foundated stuff. There is no planned operation for ing principle of a newly independent India ending the racket. Almost all consumer items implying that Modi had no right to associate are being adulterated. The racket poses a big himself with such fine models of secularism. threat to health and life. Almost all everyday After this exchange such a deep frost settled over the stage on which the two political leadconsumer items are adulterated. They have devised ingenious methods ers sat that I could almost feel it seeping out which make it impossible for people to see of my television screen. this difference between genuine and fake items. Unless subjected to some tests, it is impossible to make out an item is adulterated. The retailers could help but they do not. It did not take long for cabinet ministers There are large profits in the business and and Congress spokespersons to throw themhence they are also drawn into the racket. selves into the fight with a lot of talk of how They do not let go of a chance to make an secular Patel was and how close to Nehru and extra rupee. They do always plead innocence what a proud member of the Congress Party. and if and when confronted with investigat- Shashi Tharoor jubilantly pronounced that ing folks, they stand a good chance for es- the BJP was being forced to embrace Concape. The racketeers cannot do business in a gress leaders because it had none of its own. big scale without the cooperation of retail This was not the only political soap opera on shops. With retailers and adulterators in- television last week. Even as the Prime Minvolved in the racket, it becomes difficult to ister and the Chief Minister of Gujarat were end it. having their little contretemps in Ahmedabad Any consumer article which is in big de- the Chief Minister of Bihar was busy sharpmand and which sells at a high price attracts ening his knives to attack Modi with in Patna. the attention of the criminals. Take for in- Attending a conclave of his party workers he stance, the steadily growing cost of milk. It is dedicated his very long speech to denigrating easy to adulterate milk. What is required is Modi for the historical mistakes he made at water. Dirty water will do. Adulterators do not his rally in Patna. bother about boiling water before adding to Instead of expressing concern about the milk. So there is an additional danger. bombs that went off at this rally, Nitish Kumar The poor consumer – the housewife, the concentrated on mocking Modi. With a sly growing child, does not know that chances smirk that never left his face the chief minisare the milk he is drinking is adulterated. The ter pointed out that Modi had not noticed adulterated milk may not cause instant death that the Chandragupta he talked about was of but it is certain it causes slow poisoning. the Maurya and not Gupta dynasty. That It is not fair to blame the authorities. The Alexander had never got anywhere near the crime is widespread and there are not enough Ganga and that Taxila was not a university in men to go after the criminals. The FDA staff must be expanded. And those who adulterate milk or other consumer articles must be punished. How many people are arrested for committing the crime of adulteration? Very few. And many of them are convicted and get ou are a fighter. You don’t know anything a jail term. except fighting — and even worse, The whole operation to search and seize you love it! 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ancient Bihar. To make it absolutely clear that he detested Modi with a passion he also compared him to Hitler and mocked him for sweating so much during his speech because ‘he was overcome with excitement at the thought of being prime minister’. If you have noticed that this is an unusually low level of political discourse you would have noticed right. Modi’s historical details may be dodgy but when he speaks about present times he has said exactly the things that Indians want to hear. He has spoken of how vikas or development is the key to ending poverty and of how Hindus and Muslims should come together in this fight instead of fighting each other. He has talked of how important it is for India to set itself a definite goal for ending poverty by its 75th year as a

Time for vikas Wherever I have gone I have met people who say they are sick and tired of bad governance and cynical politics and that the reason why they want Modi to become prime minister is because they think he represents hope and change. When I have asked them how they have concluded this, the answer nearly always is that they have listened to his speeches on television and have heard about the vikas that he has brought to Gujarat. Tavleen Singh Modi’s political opponents have done their best to belittle his economic successes by saymodern nation. He has talked about the de- ing that Gujarat was always a rich state but spair that has spread across India in the past somehow ordinary people do not believe this. few years because of the economic downturn, They have done their best to paint him as bad governance and rising prices and the rea- ‘communal’ and ‘fascist’ but ordinary people son why he is greeted by vast crowds at his seem unconvinced by these arguments. public rallies is because he is saying exactly While walking to the venue of the rally in the sort of things that ordinary Indians want Kanpur some BJP hotheads rode by on moto hear. torcycles shouting ‘Jai Shri Ram’. When I asked Why then are his political opponents not the people I was walking with if they liked the taking him up on the political points that he slogan they said they had no interest in it at makes? Why does the Congress Party’s most all. A middle-aged man explained why in important leader, Rahul Gandhi, need to re- these words. ‘Today what we want are not sort to silly lies to try and counter the Modi temples and mosques but for our lives to imfactor? Among these lies is the blatant lie that prove. The reason why we have come to listhe BJP is a party that works only for rich peo- ten to Modi is because we think he is ple who live in air-conditioned homes. An- someone who can change Uttar Pradesh in other lie that tumbled easily from his lips was the same way that he changed Gujarat’. Could that the victims of the Muzaffarnagar riots the main players in the political soap opera were in touch with Pakistani intelligence that we see daily these days on our television agencies. This lie infuriated Muslim victims screens be totally missing the point?

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who continue to live in relief camps in appalling conditions. When it comes to the poverty question the most important question of all that Rahul Gandhi should answer is why he thinks there continues to be such horrible poverty in India despite his family having been in power for so long? As such a champion of the poor he must know the answer. These are political questions that Modi has raised in his rallies and the response of his opponents has mostly been to charge him with fascism, communalism and making mistakes about history. If this is all they can come up with then all they are likely to do is strengthen the hands of Modi and miss the wood for the trees. I say this as someone who has in recent weeks driven across Uttar Pradesh and Rajasthan and personally seen the anger and despair that exists among ordinary people not just in towns but in villages.

Man unnecessarily creates problems. I want you to understand that there are no problems in life except those you create. Just try to see: whatsoever feels good for you is good. Then go the whole way. Even if the whole world is against it, it doesn’t matter. And whether you have gone total and whole will be decided by the reward. If you start feeling at one point a sudden

MATTER & SPIRIT melting then you know that you have not cheated yourself, that you have been sincere and true. That now is really the point where you can be proud. You are never quiet inside. There is still some anger inside you that you don’t understand yet. Something says to be quiet, to shut up but you have a hard time listening to that voice inside saying to be quiet.You are afraid of it. Just don’t repress the anger anymore. Whatsoever is left has to be brought out, because that is the only way to be really quiet. You can forcibly still yourself but the stillness is and sooner or later it will be disturbed because just underneath it the anger is boil-

ing and waiting for its moment and the opportunity. Then one goes on sitting on a volcano. Everything seems quiet when the volcano is not erupting, is not active, but it is preparing inside. Some anger has come out, some is still there — and the anger that has come out was superficial. Throw the anger that needs to come out is deeper — that’s why it is difficult to understand it. One part of the anger is understandable because it is related to people, to situations. You can understand why you are angry; the why is clear. But when this layer, this superficial layer of anger is thrown away, then suddenly you come on a source of anger that is not related to the outside at all, which is simply part of you. Nobody has insulted you, in fact there is no excuse to be angry — and then it is there. It becomes very difficult to understand because you cannot throw the responsibility on anybody else. Now it is something that is within you, that belongs to you. We have been taught that anger comes only in a certain tense situation. That’s not true. So one first has to throw the anger that is related. There is no need to understand it. Just throw it, not on anybody, but on a pillow, on the sky, on God, on me! Just throwing is the point. — OSHO

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PM (UPA II) under the scanner of the Forbidden City and lunch with former Premier Wen Jiabao. This was highly a departure from the usual as former Chinese leaders are not known to host visiting leaders from other countries. Singh’s speech at the Central Party School was also unique as he was the first Indian leader invited to speak there. I, however, feel that this is sugar coating the bitter pill and the olive branch that is being offered is made of crocodile smiles if one may concoct the terminology. It would be more conducive to better relations between the two countries if China desists from its forays into the Indian Territory on the North Eastern Frontier. We —Shekhar Deshmukh, Kalyan have already been fooled by the Chinese into chanting the refrain ‘Hindu Chini Bhai Bhai’ during the ACCORDING to the newspaper re- Nehruvian era and no amount of ports, I feel that it is indeed propi- mollycoddling would suffice to tious that during his two-day visit soothe our bilateral relations now, to China, Dr. Manmohan Singh until China behaves. was hosted at banquets by both — Hemant Hemmady, Virar President Xi Jinping and Premier Li Keqiang. Also, Singh was accorded very special treatment like the tour NARENDRA Modi, the CM of the

THE PM is right! Because every scam like 2G, Coalgate is known to all. The land scam in Haryana or anywhere for that matter by Robert Vadra is known by everybody. What is there to hide? The ministers in UPA government are involved in corruption openly, what to hide? India’s PM is well-versed and one of the senior-most political personalities of India, and is accepting the dynasty child Rahul to be his superior; Rahul - who begs for sympathy votes. What does he hide? He has signed every paper of coal allocation as P.C. Parikh confirms, what is there to hide? Yes, there is nothing to hide Mr. PM? Jai Ho!

Modi on Sardar Patel

Congress’ downfall

Prime Minister Dr. Manmohan Singh has been surrounded by various scams, and he now claims to be ready to face a CBI inquiry if need be. Gujarat, during the unveiling of the tallest statue of the venerable Late Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel at Ahmedabad today shared the dais

with the PM and during his speech was frank and forthright in saying that had the Sardar been our first PM, the fate of our country would have been different definitely with a face of prosperity. The country would have been on the ‘path of development’ and growth ‘devoid of deficits’ had Late Lal Bahadur Shastri continued to be the PM or had the Late Morarjee Desai become the next PM. The subjects of this independent nation would have been very fortunate undoubtedly. The PM is said to have stated that the ‘Sardar’ was associated with the ‘same’ party as that of him. This sounds ridiculous indeed as the Congress of that period comprised ‘people of repute’ and ‘sacrifices‘ and did not care for any office in the government, were ‘service oriented’ and certainly not of people who could go very low to stick to their chairs and let the country go astray in every sphere with total inertia against Pak attacks and cease fires apart from Chinese intrusions.

WHILE returning from Russia and China, I welcome the bold and courageous statement of Prime Minister Dr. Manmohan Singh that he is ready for any questioning by the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) in the Coalgate scam which has been supervised by the Supreme Court and ready to face anything as he has nothing to hide. With the opposition party BJP putting pressure that the PM who was in-charge of the coal ministry in 2005-06 is responsible for the allocation of blocks and must be interrogated by the CBI, the PM he has silenced his critics who only believe in targeting the Congress Party and do not have any agenda except that of hate and dividing the country on the basis of caste and religion. I strongly feel that the CBI which is under attack for being partial and biased and working under the UPA government must come out clean and question the PM without fear to find out the truth in the Coalgate scam which has brought a dark shadow on the future of the Congress Party. It is high time for the honest Dr. Singh to reveal the truth.

— T.M. Uday Shankar, Mumbai

— Bhagwan Thadani, Mumbai

Less noise please!

People should know the ill effects of noise pollution and IT was indeed amusing to see the ‘CONGRESS suffers defeat in civic The simplest definition of noise is there is an urgent need to control BJP’s PM-in-waiting, Narendra polls ‘ (ADC, Oct 29) reveals that unwanted sound and this is what this nuance. The Central Government and the Modi, trying to make political capi- possibly the first indications of the can easily be found in the urban tal out of Sardar Patel at the inaugu- downfall of the ruling Congress areas. Diwali over the years has de- State Government need to strictly ration of the Sardar Patel Museum party is witnessed by the aam aadmi generated into a blitzkrieg of noise implement the provisions of the Enin Ahmedabad, saying that the in the state as the MNS has knocked and pollution posing serious health vironment Protection Rule 1986 escountry’s ‘face and fate’ would have off Congress candidates in the Mu- hazards to humans and animals pecially those relating to the been different had he been the first nicipal council elections at Nanded alike. Noise pollution has now be- statutory noise standards for fire Prime Minister of Independent and Yavatmal districts of Maharash- come a big concern for Mum- crackers contained in entry 89 of tra, which are the strong-holds of baikars. Loud noise is not only schedule I. Growing lawlessness in cities has the Congress party. It is felt that the irritating but can also kill. voters no longer have any faith or During the festival time, cities emboldened people to break laws confidence in the integrity of the turn into gas chambers as burning with impunity. Police inaction has Congress party candidates in view of crackers releases toxic fumes and resulted in people having no respect of the colossal money laundering gases which pose serious health for either public spaces or the pubscams which occurred in view of hazards and the noise pollution lic. If the police were stricter about certain thoroughly corrupt leaders which makes sleep unimaginable. this most people would think twice of the UPA II (Congress ruled) and During Diwali, the noise level goes before violating the rules. Will the cops ensure a noiseless the NCP in the state. It is indeed a up to 175db. signal of alarm to the Congress party prior to the 2014 Loksabha elections. — Bikram Banerjea, Mumbai

Party symbols

Modi’s recent comment on Sardar Patel has brought mixed comments from people.

THE Congress has requested the EC to cover lotus ponds as they remind the people of BJP. Likewise, BJP may want everyone to cover their hands as it reminds one of Congress! Then, cycles should be banned as they represent SP. Simi- LETTER OF lar requests may come for THE DAY elephants, sickle, hammer, etc. But how can one block the rising sun?

India, a statement totally irrelevant and something not voiced by any — Harischyandra Parshuram, Juhu political commentator all these decades. Interestingly, Sardar himself never felt belittled by not being the PM but only his deputy and Agencies investigating the Patna contributed significantly to India’s bomb blasts have reportedly found progress. Just because he was from similarities in the modus operandi Gujarat, Modi cannot claim to be of those carried out at the Bodh considered a ‘Chhota Sardar’ in the Gaya temple a few months ago. The Lotus party. Vallabahi Patel was a needle of suspicion may be pointstaunch Congressman with a totally ing towards the involvement of the secular outlook as the PM pointed Indian Mujahideen in the terrorist out and it will be good if NaMo tries attacks. If proved, this will turn on to follow his principles instead of its head the hypothesis propounded making such inconsequential state- by a senior cabinet minister in the ments. At this rate, it will not be sur- UPA II govt. Within a couple of days prising if he denies the Indian of the Buddhist temple blast, this National Congress credit for the gentleman had hinted at the possifreedom struggle and our Inde- bility of the involvement of ‘Hindu terrorists’ in the attack. pendence.

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Internet turns 30 On January 1, 2013, the Internet completed 30 years. It officially began the historic transformation of the world on January 1, 1983, when for the first time the US Department of Defence commissioned ARPANET network fully switched to use the Internet protocol suite (IPS) communications systems. Internet is a boon and not a bane. Internet is an integral part of all of our lives. I can miss my breakfast, lunch or dinner but not the valuable time on Internet. — C.K. Subramaniam, Sanpada

End of an era

I couldn’t pay my tributes to my most beloved singer whom I place only next to Sachin DevBurnan! Indeed, a thousand thoughts run through my mind about this great humanist and a singer who conquered all the 3Ms – music, melody and modesty! Indeed, Sachin Karta (SD Burman sings: tumi aar nei tumi and then Manna De enquires: khub jaante ichcha kare tumi ki sei aager motoi aachcho naaki anek k haani bodle gachcho...pujaar chha lethaakur ghare - boshe ittaadi) [are you the same old lover of mine who used to think of me sitting at the altar without others’ knowledge or have you changed a lot?] These are no ordinary lyrics but sang in the most sonorous tone but for the beloveds not to be found these days in the din of fickle minded ‘lovers’ and singers! Indeed, someone has mentioned that in a concert at Ahmedabad, Manna De refused to sing in any other genre but classical! I may also recall an instance in Mumbai’s Shanmukhanand Hall in a musical soiree when his turn came people began leaving the hall but it didn’t

hurt De - he continued nonchalantly! Manna De will be terribly missed by true music lovers, but then he has left a plethora of soulful music/songs for all time! — P. Chakravorty, Fort

WITH the passing away of Manna De, the King of Melody, after fighting a long battle with prolonged illness, a grand era of Indian music, predominantly playback singing, has come to an end. He was among the titans of playback music for generations, along with Mohd. Rafi, Kishore Kumar and Mukesh. Each of them was a genius and was different from one another. His passing away is a big loss to the music fraternity/music industry. His golden voice of melodious songs will keep ringing though he is not in our midst. His songs particularly ‘Poocho ne kaise’, ‘Pyar Hua Ikrar’, ‘Oh Meri Zohra Jabeen’, ‘Zindagi Kaisi Hai Paheli’, will haunt us. He had a depth to his singing and his voice mesmerises everyone. After the recording of the song ‘Poocho Na Kaise’ the

Manna De was a voice to reckon with and will be missed dearly by music enthusiasts. recordists and the other staff members including the musicians were in tears. Such was the depth in his voice. He used to make people weep and laugh with his voice. He will be remembered as one of the great musical sons of India. He is the proud winner of the highest civilian awards – the Padma Bhushan, Padma Shri etc. May your soul rest in eternal peace! — K.V. Raman, Malad

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In the year 2044, a man working for a group of killers called “Loopers” (they work for the mob and kill people who are sent blindfolded back in time from the year 2074 by their bosses) recognizes a victim as himself. He hesitates resulting in the escape of his older self. HBO, 9 p.m.

SOAPS & SERIALS

SANSKAAR… DHAROHAR APNON KI

In today’s episode we will see Baa telling Chandrika that till the time a son is born in either families, the temple and the land belongs to Dwarkadhish. Chandrika agrees to her decision that further is a cause for dispute in the family. Jai tells them that there won’t be any Diwali celebrations this year which upsets Dhara and all the other family members. Col or s, 7 p.m .

DO DIL EK JAAN

Raghu & Antara come close to each other. What will Daya Maayi do next? Life Ok, 9 p.m.

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Abhay talks about Project Pandey where he plans to target the Pandey family and discusses about their problems. He tells them Nandini is the opinion maker. But Rajvir denies to go to D-block again. Ashok and Mishraji goes to pension office and babus ask Ashok to get their work done through Rajvir in order to get their pension. Mishraji gets agitated hearing this. Duggal gives PRP file to Nandini. Nandini goes to buy vegetables and gives the vendor a brilliant and economic idea to celebrate her son’s birthday. Meanwhile, Gayatri, who tries to convince Rajvir to do as Abhay says, to improve his image, gets upset when Rajvir says he is not bothered about what others think. Sony TV, 9 p.m.

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Each episode of WORLD’S TOP 5 will focus on a different example of extreme engineering. Taking the viewer around the world in search of mankind’s greatest achievements, it will reveal the WORLD’S TOP 5 examples of each category. Discover y, 8 p.m.

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Homer wants a younger, hipper image, so he starts hanging out with Terrence and Emily, two hipsters from Portland, but Marge and Bart find the couple, their child, and their ilk who take over the unhip town of Springfield to be irritating and pretentious. Star Worl d, 8 p.m .

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Rita takes the kids out of town for the weekend, leaving Dexter time for some much needed R&R. And for him, that means stalking a new victim. Big CBS Love, 10 p.m.

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Here kapil is worried and nani is jubiliant pankhu comes to kullu is told by govardhan to sign papers against her sasural she out right refuses govardhan says fine 2 days if adi doesnt cm to fetch u then u sign here kapil is worried as d calls are cmg again and again he says lets go off from here lets run nani is in double minds buy kapil insists he goes for d tickets nani is sneaking out and diwan family stops her saying vll give u all sign d papers but put d blame on kapil. Star Plu s, 9 p.m.

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Jackie Chan is a boy who is used as a janitor at his kung-fu school. He can’t fight and is always getting bullied by the teachers and pupils. One day an old man helps Jackie train in an art of kung-fu called the ‘ Snake’s Fist ‘. Jackie doesn’t get bullied again. He creates his own style and mixes it with the Snake’s Fist. His style is based on the movement and actions of a cat. One day the old man is in trouble by a man who does ‘ The Eagle’s Claw’ and Jackie helps the old man. Starring Jackie Chan, Siu Tin Yuen, Jang Lee Hwang, Star Movies, 9 p .m. Set in the backdrop of Nellore, a small town, the film revolves around inspector DuraiSingam (Surya), who joined the service and manages to settle every dispute in town patiently. He happens to meet Kavya (Anushka), a city girl on vacation who promptly falls in love with him. Everything seems to be marked by good fortune until MayilVaaganam (Prakash Raj) comes across DuraiSingam. As they lock horns, things take a different turn. What happens when Durai and Mayil fight each other? How the story unfolds and if Durai and Kavya make it to the end… Max, 9 p.m.

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An honest lawyer, Vishwanath is implicated and imprisoned at the behest of powerful underworld don, GNK and his associates. After his release from prison, Vishwanath decides to seek vengeance, but finds out that it is virtually impossible to do this through due process of law. So he decides to change his identity, hire a gang of crooks and assassins, to carry out his vendetta. Not realizing that in doing this he is alienating himself from the love of his life, Soni; and making himself a wanted man by the police, leaving his crippled sister, Munni and mom, Shanti to fend for themselves, and at the mercy of GNK and his associates. Fi lmy, 6 p.m. After a car accident in which his wife, Debra, was killed and he was injured, Frank Bannister develops psychic abilities allowing him to see, hear, and communicate with ghosts. After losing his wife, he then gave up his job as an architect, letting his unfinished “dream house” sit incomplete for years, and put these skills to use by befriending a few ghosts and getting them to haunt houses in the area to drum up work for his ghostbusting business; Then Frank proceeds to “exorcise” the houses for a fee. But when he discovers that an entity resembling the Grim

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When Bond’s latest assignment goes gravely wrong and agents around the world are exposed, MI6 is attacked forcing M to relocate the agency. These events cause her authority and position to be challenged by Gareth Mallory (Ralph Fiennes), the new Chairman of the Intelligence and Security Committee. With MI6 now compromised from both inside and out, M is left with one ally she can trust: Bond. 007 takes to the shadows - aided only by field agent, Eve (Naomie Harris) - following a trail to the mysterious Silva (Javier Bardem), whose lethal and hidden motives have yet to reveal themselves. Pix, 9 p.m.

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Honest and diligent Police Inspector Indrajeet’s life takes a turn for the worse, when he must arrest Din Dayal, who is the father of Shanti, the girl he loves and intends to marry, thus souring their relationship, when she openly defends her father, and as a result Indrajeet is transferred, and Din Dayal’s arrest is overturned. Years later, Indrajeet has retired and is now looking after his adopted daughter, Neelu. Neelu loves Vijay, and Indrajeet arranges their marriage, only to have the couple killed by his enemies. Since the police are of no help, he decides to avenge their deaths on his own, and then he finds out that as one of the assailants is Ajit, the younger brother of Shanti. B4U, 9 p.m .

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Hanging colour This green table lamp will add a little colour and light to your Diwali sweet treats this year. Pick it up from www.yebhi.com. Price `1,099 bling it on With its diamond-like appeal, pick up this glacier candle holder from Nachtmann. Price `1,595

LIGHT LOVE

Dress up your home in Diwali lights and colours this festive season. Rhea Dhanbhoora & Priyanka Singh help you brighten up your home with some of our favourite home décor picks

winging it These pretty butterfly ornaments from AA Living will add seasonal glamour to your home. Price `15,000

royal imPression Limeroad.com’s Diwali collection of cushion covers, such as these regal ones above, can jazz up a plain sofa. Price `923 (woman) and `499 (scene) turtle uP This bell metal turtle from Satguru’s is a small figure, but will add a cute, festive touch to your home. Price `200

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Continued from pg 13 « cutting out lights Westside has a great range of lamps and lanterns. We love this cutwork green one from their Turkish lamp collection. price `999 onwards

laid out in goldEn Diya platters add an ethnic touch while keeping your diyas neatly in place. We like this one from www.jabong.com. price `1,499

cast a glow Get this pretty tealight diya from www.yebhi.com. price `499 light up For a modern, clean look that’s still a traditional, pick up these tea lights from BoConcept. counting on cushions price `3,450 These dull gold and bronze cushion covers from Kanchi Designs will add a royal touch to your home. price On request

blazing bluE For a brilliant pop of colour, cover flames with this blue candle holder from Odel. price `4,450

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Diwali is all about lights and colour, so a bright and lively home looks great. Apart from the usual diyas, lanterns and ethnic décor, there are several ways to decorate your home. Manish Saxena, president and co-founder of home décor site, Limeroad.com, tells us, “This Diwali, get the hottest trend indoors. Pop neon colours used in small doses can brighten any area with festive energy. Cushions particularly, can do this easily and beautifully.”

prEtty prayErs If you visit Kinerhs, you’ll see why we like their Diwali collection. Pick up this elegant Ganpati puja set. price On request

likE marblE Pick up this pretty marble effect vase from Eastern Treasure Lifestyle. price `22,000 rEligious touchEs For a strictly traditional look, place these idols of Laxmi, Ganesh and Saraswati from Satguru’s in your home. price `1,850 party timE! If you’re having guests over for a party, get this Trippy Dice drinking game from www.whysoserious.co.in. price `449 mosaic drEams If you’re a fan of mosaic, you’ll love this gold and cream candle holder from Odel’s Diwali collection. price `1,375

in thE zonE If you’ve got a lot of space, you could put up this Brass Samay diya from Satguru’s instead of several individual ones. price `9,900

gEtting intricatE Add a festive touch with an intricately designed cushion such as the one above from Good Earth’s Ratnakara design collection. price On request

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Stylish silhouettes

Jewellery designer Maria Khan tells Jessica Turakhia what readers should keep in mind while purchasing jewellery for Diwali

Designer Aniket Satam tells Rhea Dhanbhoora what Diwali trends to look into What trend would you say is in style right now? Now is the time to indulge and embrace regal nostalgia and experiment with unusual styles, predominantly inspired by royal costumes from pre-partition India. The Gharana style with timeless elegance is in vogue. What runway trends can women follow off the ramp? Keep the designs basic yet dramatic and glitter quotient tonal. Focus on one detail and the colour palette. Intricate and delicate patterns with embellishments are in trend over massive motifs. Asymmetrical placements of embroidery are in trend over jazzy border patti styles. Could you tell us about what kind of shoes can be paired with Diwali outfits, this season? Jaipur mojris are a delight. Buy them in bold shades, neutrals and mirror work for parties. The Kholhapuri style is also a great option, especially when one can get them in rainbow of colours and even in metallic. Play smart and invest in gold and timeless neutral for rustic appeal. Avoid closed shoes and pumps, but opt for open-toes and sandals.

wear versions where the pallav transforms into racer back straps attached to the churidar’s waist itself. Half sari: Go vintage chic by donning a south Indian classic with a twist. Team a pre-pleated lungi skirt with a vintage style bracelet sleeved blouse. It’s time to ditch those heavy pallavs and go for tulle drapes which are draped and fixed to choli itself (like that worn in Chennai Express), making it easy to maintain your silhouette. Gown sari: This modern silhouette has become a must-have in any girl’s wardrobe. The sensual sari silhouette now comes in interesting styles and forms of goddess gowns. Think of teaming experimental draping to bodices which allows you to sport the grace of pre-draped styles with no fussy pallav maintenance. Angarkha jacket: Layer the basic bandeau with a striking asymmetrical angarkha jacket for a modern yet regal option to style festive fashion with quirky panache.

Diwali is just around the corner, what advice would you give women purchasing jewellery? Considering everyone is bound by a budget, my advice would be to purchase jewellery that can be used for multiple looks.

Tell us what colours are in style this Diwali? This festive season, neon is still great as it brightens up any evening. Along with bold brights, warm palette of Indian staples such as fuchsia, rani pink, marigold orange and turmeric yellow are in vogue. Mithai shades such as pista green, lemon zest, rooh afza pink and peach are great options.

What kind of jewellery would you recommend? Today, women want to wear something which is chic, classy and not over-the-top. I suggest pieces that complement their personality and can be carried off easily. At the same time, it’s important that the jewellery goes with the outfit.

Indo-western is a big trend this year. Could you suggest a few ways to pair it? Graphic Galore: Think fusion patterns such as graphic ikat, or dispersed hounds-tooth and team them up with traditional and bold styles. Layering is in prime focus. A simple mul jacket in graphic pattern looks interesting with a simple sheath dress. Maxi effect: Upgrade the regular Anarkali silhouette. Think modern and transform this desi staple into a funky maxi with sporty details such as neon contrast zippers and funky yokes. Print party: Celebrate with a fresh take on neon by sporting simple yet dramatic tunic tops made from traditional print techniques such as rural gavti prints, graphic leheriya duppatas or simple bandhini polkas. Could you tell us a few offbeat ways to wear Indian attire this Diwali? Jumpsuit sari: Forget the petticoat and dress the sari on a sling churidar for more movement or opt for ready to

Sparkle & shine

What are the latest jewellery trends this season? This season we will see chains, charms, black and gold. Some like a chunky look while others prefer a chic look with a statement piece. How would you define your personal style? My motto is to dress for yourself and others will be impressed. >> Aniket tells us that Anarkali jumpsuits like the one on the right are in style

What should be kept in mind while picking festive jewellery? Choose something that you will like for a long time. It should suit

your personality. Should women go all out or keep it minimalistic? The amount depends on the outfit you are wearing. If you are wearing an embellished lehenga/ sharara, I suggest earrings and a nice cocktail ring. At the same time, if the outfit is simple, wear chunky jewellery without overdoing it. If you are wearing chandelier earrings, just add bangles or a statement neckpiece with small earrings. With a sari, wear long earrings, a cuff and a cocktail ring. Nothing more. With an embellished salwar kameez, opt for chandelier earrings with a thin bracelet and watch. If they can only pick one piece, what should it be? My pick is a statement necklace. Any coloured stones in style? Black and gold stones. Western designs or Indian designs — which is trendier? As we see more and more western influence, I would definitely invest in a piece that is western, but Indian designs are timeless.

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Priyanka Singh speaks to makeup artist Ishita Khanna on the makeup trends for Diwali What are the makeup trends for Diwali that are in vogue right now? Bright lips and glitter are the perfect makeup trends for Diwali.

>> Ishita Khanna says a slight smokey eye makeup is all you need this season

What are the latest makeup trends that women can follow on Diwali without looking too decked up? Go easy on makeup and apply it intelligently to avoid looking overdone. Get clean eyes with a beautiful shimmer, slight smokey kajal on the water line, heavy mascara and a pinkish orange blusher. End it with a bright pink or an orange-ish red lip colour.

Give us some makeup tips to follow if you are wearing an Indo-western outfit. Apply a heavy smokey effect with black, brown, blue or green eye shadow along with heavy mascara and a lot of kohl. Apply the same colour on the lower lash line and fill kohl and apply mascara to the lower eye lid as well. Use a lighter colour blush (such as baby pink or just peach) with a little shimmer. Keep the lips a little softer as you are going heavy with the eyes. What makeup tips would you suggest for an Indian outfit?

Apply a beautiful shimmer and nice winged liner. Since the eyes are not very heavy in makeup, you can go all out with a bright lip colour. Any skin care tips for Diwali? Protect your skin from all the pollution that Diwali brings with it. During the day, it’d be great if you can cover your face with a scarf while commuting. During Diwali, you will be applying a lot of makeup, so make sure you use a sun block during the day and a good moisturiser at night. Before you sleep, don’t forget to remove your makeup.

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« CAREER ADVICE finDing it tough to brush off a nosey Colleague? finD out what you Can Do One of my colleagues is extremely nosey. Once, I actually found her snooping around my computer. When I confronted her about it, she quickly covered up by telling me that her computer wasn’t working. Moreover, she is always asking me about my personal life and I find this very annoying. I do not want to sound unfriendly or harsh but I cannot stand this. How do I deal with her irritating behaviour? — alia singh, tardeo

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ThaT’s mine! >> Confronting the person will ensure that “mistakes” are not repeated

Dear alia, The next time you find your colleague snooping around your things, tell her politely yet firmly, that you do not appreciate her going through your stuff. Ask some of your trusted colleagues to keep an eye on her for you when you are not around. Also, tell her she needs to check with you before using your computer and if need be, stand next to her while she operates your computer to ensure that she is not going through your mail or any other private folders. If her behaviour still persists, then don’t hesitate to take the matter to a higher authority. When it comes to her interfering with your personal life, gently tell her that you’re uncomfortable talking about your personal life with her and that you would appreciate it if she didn’t involve herself. Hopefully your pesky colleague will understand that you are on to her and that her presence is unwelcome.

send your questions to womansworld@afternoondc.in before wednesday

rom leaving your name off the list of project contributors to a colleague taking your entire idea and presenting it as his or her own, there are a number of ways a co-worker could be stealing your work. The situation might seem comical, but it can have important ramifications, as your boss might think that you’re not doing your share of work. What do you do in such situations? These pointers will help.

Do not be meek When something such as a co-worker taking credit happens, don’t we all think, ‘What can I do now? Let it be.’ However, as we mentioned earlier, it can affect your career in a big way, so do not ‘let it be’ at any costs. It’s alright if you do not want to turn it into a big a deal, but, the least you can do is go and talk to the colleague in question.

Confront the person This works when it is a minor situation such as your name being left off the list of contributors. It might be a genuine oversight or in the worst case, the co-worker may have something against you. Both situations can be solved by confronting the person responsible. If it’s a mistake, let it go (confronting them will ensure that such a mistake won’t happen again), but if the person’s behaviour is unethical, warn him/her that you won’t tolerate this in the future and will take it to your superiors if it happens again.

speak to others Before you go to your boss, speak to your other colleagues and find out if it’s been happening with them as well. Even if it isn’t, at least you will end up getting the support of your fellow workers. How does this work? Well, the co-worker who has been stealing your work will feel cornered and there is a high chance that he/she won’t repeat it again.

I recently joined a new company as I was unsatisfied with my previous job. But, now I feel like I’ve made a big mistake. All my colleagues are a generation older than me and although they are kind, they have very fixed ideas when it comes to work. They are not open to fresh and innovative ideas. I cannot afford to leave this job so please help me! — priya Doshi, ghatkopar Dear priya, A problem like yours arises in every organisation, even if there is no generation gap. The best thing you can do is meet your colleagues half way. Listen to their ideas positively and suggest ways to improvise. Not only will they think that you’re respecting them, they will also be more open to your ideas. Be diplomatic when putting forth your ideas. After pitching an idea, use phrases such as, “I would like your opinion” or “What do you think of...” to involve them. This will make your seniors feel like you hold their opinion in high regard. Frankly, everyone likes an ego boost. If you say that your colleagues are kind, they’re bound to be accommodating.

Sitting in a meeting while a co-worker takes credit for all the work you have done? Stealing work is a common practice but you shouldn’t tolerate it. Dev Goswami tells you how you can deal with it professionally...

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take it to your superiors This should be your last option. It would be best if you could go in with some proof of the fact that your co-worker has been stealing your work as otherwise it could look like wild, baseless accusations.

keep your work seCure Make sure your computer has a password that only you know. Unless you trust them, do not let a colleague work on your machine without you around. Also, when it comes to storing ideas, write them down in a small diary that is always with you and make sure to keep it safe.

« STUFF WE LIKE tommy hilfiger’s breast health international bag Tommy Hilfiger has launched a limited edition Breast Health International (BHI) bag. This is the seventh edition of the bag, launched as part of a campaign featuring supermodels Naomi Campbell and Claudia Schiffer. This year’s bag is a cross between a satchel and a tote and includes a blue core with red side panels. The bag is made from Italian pebbled leather and has a large exterior side pocket, a mobile phone pocket and brass accents. The limited edition bags are available only up to the end of November, so grab yours fast. A third of the proceeds from the sales will be donated to the non-profit organisation Breast Health International. where Tommy Hilfiger flagship stores price `9,999

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Get spooked From Halloween themed menus to costume parties, restaurants and bars across the city are going all out to celebrate this ghoulish holiday. Dev Goswami & Glynda Alves tell you where you should be heading to get the chills

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Silver Beach Café is inviting all diners to come in spooky costumes. There are calling their event Trick or Drink and promise to celebrate Halloween with just the right bar menu. You can look forward to the SBC Classic Sangria and the signature Lemon Grass + Basil Sangria. Where Silver Beach Café, Jaldarshan Building, Gandhi Gram Road, Juhu contact 26208930

If you’re throwing a party at home, you can still get into the thick of the Halloween spirit by picking up a bottle of the award winning whisky. The two Halloween variants are Jim Beam Devil’s Cut and Jim Beam Jacob’s Ghost. It’s a great gift option for a friend who’s throwing a spooky party. The whisky is rich and flavourful and the unique name and bottle just adds to its appeal. Where Leading wine stores across the city

cheval Chef Will Bowlby at Cheval has come up with a special Halloween menu that includes meals with interesting names and spooky presentations. Some of the dishes on the menu include Blood Shots (beetroot soup), Witches Fingers (parmesan grissini with romesco), Devilled Chicken wings (wings with chili glaze and

black sesame), Cremated Goat (Ash coated goat’s cheese, honey with hazelnuts) and Rest in Peas (garlic crostini with broad bean and pea dip). For dessert, they have the Eyeball Lollipops and Ghostly Meringue. Where Next to LIV Club, Mahatma Gandhi Road, Fort contact 40396638

et your thrills and chills as various restaurants across the city are going all out for Halloween. So, take your pick of costumes from our selection on pg 16-17 and make your way to one of these places.

copa At Copa, you can dress up in your Halloween best and dine in darkness as they will be putting up special Halloween themed décor. What’s more is that they also have a special Red bar

menu. Copa, which is famous for their drinks, will be serving special drinks that include Tongue & Cheek, Watermelon Blood Martini, Devilz Own and Smoothie Switch. Where Anna Building, 13th Road, Opposite Juhu Gymkhana, Juhu contact 26207733

auriga Auriga is mixing Halloween with Molecular Mixology to bring your some unique drinks and food. Their drinks, which literally have smoke blazing out of the glass, will suit the celebrations perfectly. You will get to meet people wearing a range of bizarre costumes and while you’re here, do not miss out on their rum soaked cake which will keep you wanting more. Where Famous Studio Lane, Off Dr. E Moses Road, Mahalaxmi contact 30932030

piccoli TorTini Let your kids have some Halloween fun. Take them to Piccoli Tortini tomorrow, where they have a special menu designed just for children. The set menu costs `650 and will include dishes such as Witch’s Brew, Chocolate Spider Cupcakes, Eyeball Pasta and much more. Accompanying the menu will be Dracula magicians and a Halloween décor. The event will be on from 5-8pm. Where Shams Palace, Hill Road, Bandra (W) contact 69996000

The local From a Halloween décor complemented by spooky music, to special cocktails such as Black Devil Martini and Cemetery Punch, The Local has it all. The costume party has a special password for the event, which is 000666 — the devil’s own number. The best part is that they have a prize for the best dressed couple. So, dress to scare and make your way to The Local. Where MG Road, Opposite Mumbai University, Fort contact 22671421

Three WiSe Men Go goth today and head to Three Wise Men where you’ll get to indulge in dark potions. Fine, they are just black cocktails but still, we think it’s a cool way to bring in the spookiest day of the year. And ladies, it’s free for us! This is on from 12pm up to 1am. Where Three Wise Men, Juhu Road, opposite Santacruz Police Station contact 9820680089

« TOP 5: MOVIES FOR FRIGHT NIGHT! Settle in with some popcorn and get ready to watch some of the best scary movies this Halloween, says Rhea Dhanbhoora 1. The roCky horror

3. halloween This is for slasher-movie lovers and if you haven’t caught it as yet, do so today. Directed and scored by John Carpenter, you’ll see Jamie Lee Curtis in her debut role and one of the most terrifying 6-year-olds ever seen on screen.

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This one is not for the faint-hearted. A 70s Halloween classic, it’s got music, comedy and a generous sprinkling of horror. The Jim Sharman directed movie is still in limited release, which means it’s the longest running theatrical release ever.

2. spooky Buddies Settle in with the kids for this Halloween special. We had to put one movie on the list that wasn’t absolutely terrifying, but still a little spooky and this one fits the bill. A Halloween special from the cutesy Disney Buddies franchise, the movie has cute puppies and Halloween scares that your children will love.

5. Curse of ChuCky The freakiest doll in the world is back with the 2013 Chucky movie, Curse Of Chucky. The Don Mancini directed horror film has always been a popular Halloween choice and with the new story about the red-haired killer doll that released this year in September, it’s a good option for a night of scares.

4. Carrie Remember Carrie White and the terror she unleashed on her town? Julianna Moore and Chloë Grace Moretz are re-telling the story with the help of director Kimberly Peirce and it’s worth watching this Halloween. In fact, we suggest you watch the old and new back-to-back.

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Zombie Love

« SOS: SOLVE OUR SITUATION! Think you can fix our readers’ complicated problems? Read on...

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I have a really beautiful, kind and intelligent girlfriend.

Forget ghosts and goblins, sometimes your own relationship can be the scariest of them all. Glynda Alves urges you to take this quiz to find out if you’re in a zombie relationship Shutterstock

She is always so impeccably dressed!

364 days a year...

But, come the Halloween parties and... I go as The Hulk... I’m a TRAMP!

I go as a pirate...

>> Playing games on your phone even on a date? Looks like you’re in a zombie relationship I’m a TART!

When your partner says “I love you,” how do you reply? a) “I love you too.” b) “Uhhh..luuu…too.” Did you plan anything for your last anniversary? a) Yes, we went on a romantic break. b) We slept in and watched a lot of television. You’ll haven’t met in a few days, when you’ll finally do… a) We can’t keep our hands off each other! b) We play Candy Crush separately. After a long day, what’s the one thing you look forward to when you get home? a) Meeting my man, relaxing and

talking about my day. b) Spacing out and staring into nothingness. Do you like getting dressed up and going out? a) I love it! b) I get tired just thinking about putting pants on. Do you actively plan any dates with your man? a) Yes, I like to surprise him with things we both enjoy doing. b) I’ll just go along with whatever. How would you rate your table manners? a) Impeccable! b) Wanna see my spaghetti sauce stained tee?

Mostly As: It’s okay if you ticked a few Bs

because for the better part, you’re in a healthy, loving and a zombie-free relationship. Good for you for taking the time out and having fun every now and then. Being in a healthy relationship is great and helps you get through life’s tougher moments.

SHOWGIRL!

Mostly Bs: Forget about being in a zombie

relationship, it seems like you’re the zombie in your relationship. You’re not really interested in talking to your partner and date night seems like a chore. Dressing up goes out the window and you barely even want to think! You go through the motions of the day without any feelings and enthusiasm. Snap out of it, take some time off from work or household chores and have some fun before you spiral deeper into zombie mode.

« DEAR GRACE, I HAVE A PROBLEM... Dear Grace, My husband loves playing pranks on me and I while I used to enjoy them, it’s started to make me nervous. I feel like I can’t walk around our house without something jumping out at me. It’s taking over my life and I’m a wreck. Last Halloween was the worst, I must have screamed in shock over 10 times. How do I get the pranks to stop before it drives me insane? — Anna D’souza, lower Parel

I go as a holy-man!

Dear Anna, While pranking in small doses can actually be a whole lot of fun, I think you’ve reached your limit. If you can’t get through your day without feeling nervous and on edge, in your own home that too, it’s time to talk to your man about the pranks. Explain that you enjoy them but that they have become too common and it’s affecting your daily living. I’m sure he will understand and tone it down. You’ll could also try introducing

prank-free days so that you know you can relax. Another alternative is to forbid pranks at home. That way, you know that your home is a safe haven. And if anyone breaks the ban — they have to do all the housework. In the mean time though, I think it’s time for a little payback. How about throwing some ice cold water on your man in the shower? Send your questions to womansworld@afternoondc.in

“I just don’t get her obsession! It’s always one skin show after another... it’s ALWAYS a variation on the tart theme. And then she behaves like one the entire party. I can’t take another type of tart to another Halloween party. I love her, but...” — Not A Pimp a) Quick, rush out and get her a princess costume. Or a robot costume... or lots of bandages and dress her up as your... er... a MUMMY! b) It’s one night out of the year. If she enjoys it, what’s the harm? c) She obviously does not have much of an imagination. Why not try couple costumes? Or, why not YOU go as the tart this year? LAST WEEK: Ms. XYZ should pick Option A: Oh dear! This is tricky. You could leave a bowl of mints on your desk or order him lemon juice at intervals instead of coffee and tea. And, casually wipe your face when he talks and hope he takes the hint. So sorry for you!

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TV TATTLE Radio music

Bhide’s radio in Gokuldham society of Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah had gone mad. Giving out weird sounds and talks it scared all the society members. “This was the track we had

been developing to bring in India’s superhero into the society”, laughs Asit Kumarr Modi. So superhero aka Hrithik repaired the radio and made it normal again. However, after the shoot Hrithik commented, “I am very happy to come to Gokuldham Society. It’s showcasing so much of love and harmony. It’s a set but its giving out positive vibes”. For company he also had Priyanka Chopra with him.

Shall we dance?

She may be the most tyrannical and strictest mom-in-law on television, but Diya Aur Baati's Bhabho (Neelu Waghela) is the most reliable friend one can have. Neelu had participated in Nach Baliye last season and is wellversed with the show's format and rules. Incidentally, Kanika Maheshwari who plays her daughter-in-law Meenakshi in the show is participating in Nach Baliye-6 and is super excited to groove on the stage with her businessman husband Ankur Ghai. The couple has been practicing for their first-ever debut on TV and had plans to use this opportunity to spend quality time with each other.

Aamir Khan on KBC

The Childrens’ Day celebration on Kaun Banega Crorepati turned out to be special for hundreds of children as Mr. Perfectionist Aamir Khan made a very special appearance on the show. It was

FIRANGI BAHU

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As more and more foreign nationals come to India, one is often prompted to ask “Can a foreigner feel at home in India?” Sahara One will address this question through its brand new, light-hearted family show Firangi Bahu to go on air from Monday, November 11 at 7:30 pm. The show will put forth a concept that has never been seen in the history of Indian television: a foreigner who comes to stay in her sasural in India. We spoke to Sippora about her Indian sojourn Sandeep Hattangadi

What is the backdrop of the show? It is a well-known fact that foreigners are fascinated by India, its colourful festivals, traditions and diverse cultural heritage. This fascination makes them want to try and become a part of Indian culture. At the same time Indians too, are quite curious about the West. They have accepted Western influences on Indian food, attire, art, music and many other things. However when it comes to the sacred institution of marriage, Indians still consider people from the West to be unwelcome representatives of a world that is too different and alien. And it is amidst this background that Firangi Bahu is set. What is your character in the show? The show will take viewers through the journey of a British girl, Camili Jonathan, played by me who marries into the conservative Desai family in Rajkot, Gujarat. The story starts with Pranay Desai (Rohit Bhardwaj), the youngest son of the Desai family, who is in London for higher studies and meets Camili Jonathan (Sippora). Slowly through her eyes, Pranay begins to see India, his own country, in a new light. He begins to admire things that he had overlooked over the years, despite being an Indian

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dream come true for hundreds of school children as Aamir Khan paid a surprise visit on KBC. Aamir who was shooting nearby for Dhoom 3 dropped on the sets to meet Mr. Bachchan who was shooting for the Childrens’ Day special episode. Dressed in a simple tee, capri and chappals; a very casually clad Aamir surprised hundreds of enthusiastic school children.

New show

Thrill, excitement, a pounding heart, an adrenaline rush and an extreme life, these are just a few things that the youth of today wish to experience. They say fear is nothing more than an obstacle that stands in the way of success. Endorsing this thought, MTV brings a brand new genre-bending show that takes a look at the life of Rannvijay Singh that none of us have seen before – WOODLAND presents MTV Rann VJ Run powered by Samsung Galaxy S4. Starting October 27 on Sunday at 6 pm, the show captures Rannvijay’s journey of a life time.

iwali is just around the corner and most channels are gearing up for special celebrations in the wake of the festival. The leading GEC (General Entertainment Channel) SAB TV is on the forefront of the celebrations and popular artists from their shows like Dilip Joshi and Disha Wakani will be performing dances along with other popular actors

himself. In the process, Pranay falls in love with Camili’s simple lifestyle and her perspective of India. Aware of his conservative family background, he decides to marry Camili in London and return to India.

What is the USP of the show? This is the first time that a foreigner is playing a bahu in a Hindi serial. This is clutter breaking; a real first time event on Indian television. Moreover, this provides sufficient scope for drama and lighter moments. Viewers will enjoy watching a European lady adapt to a conservative Gujarati family. At the same time, her journey will result in a lot of drama. I hope viewers support us in our endeavour to bring them something new. And I hope they appreciate the effort we have made to do this. How was it like working on the show? It was a great experience to work with veterans like Indira Krishnan, Pranoti Pradhan, Deepmala Parmar, Dilip Darbar, Hetal Puniwala, Paresh Bhatt and Rohit Bhardwaj.

Are you familiar with the languages and culture of India? I am trying my best to know about the local flavoured languages and the culture of India.

Diwali celebrations on TV from other shows on the channels with lot of pomp and grandeur. SAB TV also has a lot of comedy shows being planned as a celebration. STAR PLUS is another major channel which has special programmes lined with devotional shows like Ram Katha, a musical and Lord Krishna which will be telecast from Novem-

larious battles of wits between Star Parivar's members. As heard, actors will ber 5 to November 9. Son- cater engaging mythologiakshi Sinha will be fea- cal stories associated with tured in a special episode Diwali with the message of a TV show to be telecast of ‘good always triumphs on Diwali day. To begin over evil’. The week will be with the Diwali celebra- split into various episodes tions is the top most - Katha Lakshmi Ki, Katha channel ruling the GRPs, Ganesha Ki, Katha KrSTAR PLUS. As always, ishna Ki, Katha Ram Ki, this time too Star has or- and the final culmination ganised a grand Diwali of these episodes will take celebration where actors place with a gala episode from its different shows of Shubh Deepavali. On Sony, the popular will put up entertaining acts. Titled as Star Diwali - long running show CID Har Chehre Par Muskaan, will see its members at an the celebration will begin NGO for children and they on November 5 and cul- will interact with them minate on November 9. and celebrate the festival We will see the Star Pari- with them. ZEE MARATHI var's popular members and ZEE TV will be having giving scintillating per- a special Diwali festive formances, to be aired at angle in most of their pop7:30 pm on the scheduled ular show episodes during the Diwali week. Life OK dates. The celebrations will too has plans to telecast feature exciting song and shows with Diwali celedance performances, brations. All in all this Dicolourful sets, costumes, wali will be really special engaging narrative and hi- on prime time television!

21 DIWALI QUOTES I won’t lie by saying that I will completely refrain from bursting crackers, but yes, I will definitely reduce them keeping in mind the kind of noise pollution that happens during Diwali. On the auspicious occasion of Diwali I wish you all a very happy Diwali and I pray that you get all your endeavours fulfilled as well as you get lots of gifts and sweets from near and dear ones. Toral Rasputra, Anandi from Ballika Vadhu on COLORS ........................................................ I lost my grandfather so this Diwali we will have puja at home but will avoid crackers and card parties. We will not be distributing gifts among friends and relatives. Romit Raaj Adalat on SONY ........................................................

Diwali is a festival of lights and I intend to celebrate Diwali with my parents and other family members. Lights, lamps, sweets, rangoli, new clothes and festive mood! Lakshmi Poojan is a compulsory practice and I believe in keeping the traditions alive, so it's going to be a completely traditional Diwali for me and my family. Harshali Zine Diya Aur Baati Hum on STAR PLUS ........................................................ It is going to be a simple Diwali for me, I'll meet up with family and friends, catch up with all. I will miss out on amazing food, shopping, decoration and positivity is Diwali for me. Adaa Khan, Amrit Manthan on LIFE OK. ........................................................ Unfortunately because of my hectic shooting schedule I'm not going to Delhi, my hometown to celebrate Diwali. I'll be in Mumbai and celebrating here itself. I’ll visit close friends and celebrate with them, maybe attend a cards party or two, pray to Lakshmiji and start my year with positivity. I usually like spending Diwali with family, if I can work some time out I may travel to my family. Ankit Gera, Sapne Suhane Ladakpan Ke on ZEE TV

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TOP VIEW I won't say that we have a set of rate hikes in mind. We think we have done enough given what we know about the economy to wait and watch and see what happens.

RBI Governor Raghuram Rajan

BROKERAGE RECOMMENDATIONS ICICI Direct calls a ‘Buy’ on Marico CMP: Rs. 212 Target Rs. 240

Markets Rise Further

NSE India: CNX Nifty — Daily Market Report for: Thursday (October 31, 2013) (Based on the activity of the previous trading day) by Dominic Rebello

REVIEW OF THE PREVIOUS DAY: The Nifty rose marginally on Wednesday (October 30, 2013) a net 30.80 points (0.50%) and closed at the 6251 point level. The market opened up with a gap at the 6230 points level. It then declined by a few points and registered the day’s low at the 6222 points level at 9.57 a.m. The index then rose and turned into a range bound movement until 1.50 p.m. It then rose further and registered the day’s high at the 6269 points level at 2.15 p.m. The index then declined 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 range of 47 points. Sentiment was mixed and amongst the 50 Nifty stocks 23 were gainers, 24 were losers and 3 remained unchanged. All the sectoral indices barring auto and PSU closed in the green. Substantial buying was witnessed in healthcare and FMCG stocks.

Support Levels: For short-term traders the immediate main support is at the 5820 points level. The next support is at the 5692 points level.

Resistance Levels The immediate main resistance at the 6223 points level was crossed above yesterday. The next resistance is at the 6357 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 = 6248 (This is the level where the trend is likely to change during intra-day). Support (1) = 6226. TECHNICAL ANALYSIS: Volume: Volume (Qty shares) decreased 5.35%. This change Support (2) = 6201. is small and indicates a moderate participation by investors. Resistance (1) = 6273. Resistance (2) = 6294. Market Breadth: Overall Market Breadth on the NSE was positive. Amongst all the traded stocks, 725 were gainers, OUTLOOK FOR TODAY: 627 were losers and 88 remained unchanged. On Japanese candlestick patterns the index after having formed a long white body candle has formed a doji Slow Stochastic Indicator: The Slow Stochastic Oscillator pattern. This indicates indecisiveness amongst investors. has risen and has entered the over-bought zone. The Slow K The next candle formation will confirm whether the bias line in the Stochastic Oscillator has risen above the slow D is towards the buy or sell side of the market. line (positive and a buy signal). However, the index is above the 5, 15, 25 and 200 days moving averages and all the four averages are RSI Indicator: The RSI is above the 60 level and is now rising rising and also positively trended. Further, the velocity (positive if it continues). parameters which were neutrally trended have now turned positive. Moreover, the index has crossed above MACD Indicator: The MACD is above zero and is rising a major resistance level at the 6223 points level. All (positive if it continues). It has crossed above its 9-day theses indicate a positive bias and the possibility of a Average (positive and a buy signal). further up move unfolding. Investors are advised to hold long positions. ADX Indicator & DI Lines: Work with strict stop losses on all positions The +DI line is above the –DI line and both lines are diverging (positive if it continues). The ADX is rising while the Market Index is rising, which indicates that the present up trend is increasing in strength. MOVING AVERAGES (TREND INDICATORS) The index: Is above its 5-day average (at 6176) Positive. Is above its 15-day average (at 6135) Positive. Is above its 25-day average (at 6027) Positive. Is above its 200-day average (at 5855) Positive. All the four averages are positively trended. Positive.

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

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Adjusting for demerger of Kaya business, Marico reported a revenue growth of 5% in Q2FY14 driven by volume growth of 4% in domestic FMCG business and PAT growth of 23% to Rs1,059mn. While gross margin expanded by 197bps to 50.0%, EBITDA margin increased by 211bps to 15.0%. Domestic business revenue growth was impacted by one-time paring down of inventory level at distributors’ end. The company’s twin focus on rural and modern trade distribution channels continue — rural markets now contribute >30% to Marico’s domestic sales and modern trade posted a 13% YoY revenue growth. We exclude Kaya revenues from our earnings projections and lower revenue growth in FY14 and FY15 by ~9%, and reduce our EPS estimates for FY14 by 1% and for FY15 by 2%. With distribution reach expanding by 15% through more feet-on-street, 50% of which is in rural areas, the company shall benefit on revenue growth in FY15. Our PAT estimates remain 8%-9% higher than the consensus’. Maintain BUY: We exclude Kaya revenues from our earnings projections and factor in a lower revenue growth in Q2FY14 and reduce our FY14 and FY15 earnings estimates by 1%-2%. We maintain BUY rating on the stock with a revised target price of Rs240/share, derived as a triangulated average of PE (Rs217: 23xFY15E EPS), DCF and Mcap/sales. The stock currently offers 3.7% FY15E FCFF yield.

Centrum calls a ‘Buy’ on HT Media CMP: Rs. 82 Target Rs. 120

We maintain BUY rating on HT Media with a target price of Rs120 (12x Sept 2015) as we believe the company is well positioned to capitalise on the upturn in the economy. With strong operating leverage expected, cushion of Rs7.5bn in cash, valuations at 5year low coupled and stock trading at a steep discount to peers (~35% discount to DB Corp & 20% discount to Jagran Prakashan), we remain optimistic on the company. Q2FY14 results were below expectations on the back of lower than expected other income while ad growth remained subdued at 6.1% and circulation growth at 14% YoY. Valuation & risks: HT Media is trading at 8.8x/7.7x FY15E/FY16E PE respectively which is 5-year low valuation. We value the company at 12x Sept 15 and arrive at a target price of Rs120. HT Media is also trading at steep discount of ~35% to DB Corp and 20% to Jagran Prakashan. We believe HT Media is well placed to capture the upside from the upturn in the economy, offer operating leverage on the back of break even in the Mumbai edition and due to the cushion on net cash position of Rs7.5bn. Downside risk could be high competition in the Hindi market with the entry of DB Corp in Bihar and further increase in newsprint prices impacting margins.

Religare calls a ‘Buy’ on Tata Communications CMP: Rs. 252 Target Rs. 400

TCOM reported a strong Q2 led by a sharp 240bps expansion in the EBITDA margin to 16.9%, which drove PAT to Rs 804mn (first profitable quarter since FY09). We believe steps taken over the past year to boost profitability are yielding results, and raise our FY14/FY15 EBITDA by 6%. TCOM remains one of our high-conviction ideas and a turnaround in profitability/potential deleveraging should help drive the stock price. We raise our TP to Rs 400 (from Rs 200) on higher valuations for the core business and Neotel. BUY. Strong Q2 driven by margin beat: TCOM reported revenues of Rs 49.5bn, up 16% YoY, in line with expectations. Global voice business grew 15% YoY and Data business 19% YoY. EBITDA margins improved by 240bps to 16.9% as against our expectations of flattish growth, with the beat primarily driven by lower employee costs (-160bps). Data business margins saw a sharp 540bps QoQ improvement to 22% and the voice business margins were steady at 10.4%. Overall, the strong margin performance helped TCOM deliver an EPS of Rs 2.8/share for the quarter. Raising estimates: We raise our EBITDA margin expectations for FY15 to 15% from 14.4% previously, leading to a c.6% upgrade in the EBITDA. View – BUY: TCOM has seen a sharp 40% bounce since our upgrade. We remain positive on the company’s improving business fundamentals, which would help drive a significant leverage on stock valuations. Further, potential asset monetisation would help reduce leverage and unlock shareholder value. We roll over to a Dec’14 TP of Rs 400 (from a Mar’14 TP of Rs200) driven by a significant increase in core business value to Rs 270 (based on 5x EV/EBITDA). Maintain BUY. Please send all business and corporate related mails to business@afternoondc.in

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STC To Import Six Tonnes Of Gold To Meet Festival Demand NEWS FLASH

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PTI. The allocation order has been issued by the Directorate General he State Trading Corporation of Foreign Trade (DGFT), he added. Gold in the domestic market is (STC) will import six tonnes of gold to boost supply of the being sold at a high premium as precious metal in the domestic there is a supply crunch due to immarket during the festival season, port curbs imposed by the governan official said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;There is supply ment. India is the worldâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s largest crunch (in India) and demand is consumer of gold. The STC is one also higher because of the festival of the gold import agencies in the season. ...We have been allocated country. It has been allowed to imto import 6 tonnes of gold in two port the metal with a condition tranches to meet the rising de- that it will supply 20 % of the shipmand,â&#x20AC;? a senior STC official told ment to exporters.

CFOs Optimism At A Low By A Business Reporter

hief financial officers (CFO) of leading companies believe the countryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s financial and macroeconomic conditions are likely to remain subdued in the third quarter of the current fiscal, says a survey. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Optimism regarding overall macroeconomic conditions continue to decline significantly by around 32 % in the December quarter compared to a decline of around 24 % in the same period last year,â&#x20AC;? Dun & Bradstreet said in a survey of CFOs. The survey does not specify to what level the decline has been but only the percentage level of the decline. According to it, the optimism index for the period stands at a seven-quarter low, which is an all time low since the index was constructed. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The optimism index declined by 26.3 % on a y-o-y basis and by 12.9 % on a q-o-q basis,â&#x20AC;? the survey said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;CFOs remain highly cautious regarding the overall macroeconomic conditions both domestically and globally with the optimism level falling more sharply among the

CFOs in the industrial sector,â&#x20AC;? says Arvind Raghav, Director, Risk Management Solutions at Dun & Bradstreet India. Optimism amongst the CFOs surveyed in the industrial sector has fallen more sharply by around 30 % than the CFOs in the services sector whose optimism level dropped by around 25 %. The CFOs, who were quite optimistic about their respective companiesâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; financial performance during the September quarter, say their optimism level for the Q3 has fallen, the survey revealed. Around 85 % of the surveyed CFOs expect the cost of raising funds to increase or remain same during Q3 compared to the same quarter of previous year. A â&#x20AC;&#x153;Majority of the CFOs indicated no change in their need for raising both short-term and long term funds,â&#x20AC;? says Raghav. The survey said the larger number of CFOs in the services sector by around 51 % expects an increase in the level of financial risks for the corporate as a whole compared to the industrial sector which is near 45 %. Around 50 % of the CFOs surveyed indicated tightening credit

STC said it will import gold worth Rs 15,000 crore this fiscal, the same as last year. In order to contain current account deficit, the government has imposed several restrictions on gold imports in the past few months. In August, import duty was raised to 10 % from 8 %. It also banned import of gold bars, coins and medallions. The country has imported 393.68 tonnes of the yellow metal during the April-September period of this year, as per official data.

Consumer Confidence Also Declines Consumer confidence level in India declined compared with the previous quarter, but India remained third most bullish consumer market in the world, the Nielsen global survey said. The Consumer confidence score in India in the third quarter was at 112 compared with 118 in the previous quarter. As per the survey, 76 % of online respondents indicated that India is going through an economic recession this quarter, up 25 percentage points from last quarter (51 %). Commenting on the survey findings, Nielsen India President Piyush Mathur said: â&#x20AC;&#x153;Consumer sentiment in the country has been adversely affected by the devaluing rupee, inflation and negative reports on the economy.â&#x20AC;? appraisal mechanisms to be their preferred mode of risk management over the next six months, the survey said. According to it, 37 % of CFOs will prefer hedging as the tool to manage risk during the next six months.

BUSINESS BRIEFS BSE Sensex Records New High

The BSE Sensex yesterday surged nearly 105 points to close at an all-time high of 21,033.97 on heavy foreign fund inflows in blue chips, amid speculation that the US Fed would maintain its monetary stimulus. Continuing gains after the previous dayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s 359-point rally following the RBI policy, the Sensex shot up by 104.96 points, or 0.50% to 21,033.97, eclipsing the previous record close of 21,004.96 on November 5, 2010.

Fund Raising Via Commercial Paper Drops 15%

Fund raising by Indian corporates through issuance of commercial paper has declined by 15% to Rs 1.70 lakh crore in the first half of the 2013-14 fiscal. Commercial Papers (CPs) are unsecured money market instruments issued to raise short-term funds with maturity period of less than one year. According to a report by Prime Database, companies mopped-up Rs 1,70,089 crore through issuance of CPs in the six months ended September 30, down from Rs 2,01,395 crore in the first half of the preceding fiscal, 2012-13.

CoalMin Panel Agrees To Allot 3 Coal Blocks

A Coal Ministry panel has agreed to allocate three coal blocks to mining PSUs including Jharkhand State Mineral Development Corp and MP State Mining Corporation Ltd. The three coal blocks are part of 17 mines identified by the ministry for state-owned companies. It had earlier allocated 14 coal blocks to power sector firms.

Mafatlal Industries Q2 Income At Rs.278.72 Cr

Mafatlal Industries has declared its unaudited financial results for the quarter ended 30thSeptember 2013. The stand alone total income was Rs. 278.72 crore and net profit was Rs. 4.81 crore for Q2. For the six months ended on 30th September 2013, MILâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s total income was Rs. 501.15 crore and net profit stood at Rs. 17.86 crore. The Basic and diluted earnings per share (EPS) was recorded at Rs. 12.84. Incidentally, Mafatlal Denim Ltd and Mishapar Investments Ltd, wholly owned subsidiaries of the company have been amalgamated with the Mafatalal Industries, the effect of which has been given in the quarter ended 31st March 2013. Thus, the quarterly and the half yearly financial numbers are not comparable with the numbers of corresponding period of last year.

NSEL Member Mohan India Agrees To Pay Rs 771 Cr

Crisis-ridden National Spot Exchange Ltd (NSEL) yesterday said its Delhibased member Mohan India Ltd has agreed to pay to the exchange about Rs 771 crore in final settlement over the next one year. â&#x20AC;&#x153;NSEL and one of its members Mohan India have reached an agreement, based on which, the latter has agreed to facilitate pay-in of Rs 771 crores over a period of one year as part of its financial closure/settlement obligations,â&#x20AC;? the exchange said in a statement.

Hatsun Agro To Acquire Jyothi Dairy For â&#x20AC;&#x153;Undisclosed Sumâ&#x20AC;?

Dairy products maker Hatsun Agro Product Ltd is set to acquire Hyderabadbased Jyothi Dairy Private Ltd for an â&#x20AC;&#x153;undisclosed sumâ&#x20AC;? as part of its expansion. Jyothi Dairy, established in 1992, has operations across Andhra Pradesh with production facilities in Hyderabad and Chittoor district besides extensive procurement network across the state.

Brokers Can Retain Up To Rs 10,000 In Active Client Accounts By A Business Reporter

ber 29, BSE and NSE said that â&#x20AC;&#x153;to address the administrative/operao ensure operational ease in tional difficulties in settling the acproviding services to their counts of regular trading clients clients, brokers have been allowed (active clients), the member may reto retain up to Rs 10,000 in trading tain an amount of up to Rs 10,000 accounts of active customers after (net amount across segment and across stock exchanges), only after obtaining their written consent. As per the existing practice, the obtaining written consent of the brokers were supposed to settle clientâ&#x20AC;?. However, this threshold limit on the funds and securities in running accounts of their clients on a retention of amount would not be quarterly or monthly basis, under applicable in case of clients who which they were required to trans- have not traded even once during fer any excess funds from the the last one month/quarter, as the clientâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s trading account to his or her case may be, and a settlement would be required to be done at the bank account. However, the stock exchanges, in end of every month of quarter. Also, the trading members can consultation with Sebi, have now decided to ease these norms â&#x20AC;&#x153;based settle the running accounts across on representations received from segments and across stock exinvestors and members (brokers)â&#x20AC;?. changes for a particular client, the In separate circulars dated Octo- circulars said.

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Q: I am a 29-year-old married man with a 2year-old child. I am now experiencing a weakness in my penis. It becomes small and tilts a little and is also quick to ejaculate. Please suggest medicines that will help me. Can I take Viagra? Are there any side effects? A: You seem to be experiencing Erectile Dysfunction (ED) and/or Premature Ejaculation (PE). These complaints are more likely to be ‘psychogenic’ in nature in your case; however, do consult a qualified sex therapist for investigations, examination and further help.

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on your own. It could be harmful/dangerous. You have also asked about a tilt in your penis. A mild to moderate tilt in a penis is a variation of normal that does not need any treatment. If the tilt causes pain or starts hampering the penetration during intercourse, only then does it need to be treated/corrected. You have asked for the names of medicines. Before prescribing any medication, ethically it is necessary to examine and investigate each case to properly diagnose the underlying cause for these manifestations. It is the cause that needs to be treated and not just the symptoms. Moreover, it is beyond the scope of this question-answer column to prescribe any medication for your problems.

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What the cards say: Take the straight and the narrow. Path: Be practical and realistic. Don’t try to prove yourself right at any cost. Accept. Ally: Virgo who will be objective. Avoid Cancer who could encourage your ego. Card for the week: Is the Tarot key no. IX The Hermit. It is time to connect deep down to your being and dispense with external preoccupations. Focus on the knowledge that resides within you. Understand yourself and you will win. An expert will give you good advice.

What the cards say: Work hard to get results. Path: See your weaknesses objectively. Don’t take things for granted. Ally: Libra will help. Avoid Scorpio who will encourage your ego. Card for the week: The card is Tarot key no. XII The Hanged Man. He invites you to surrender your fears and weaknesses to the divine and rest assured that he will take care of you.

What the cards say: Ego could take a beating. Path: Connect with past. Don’t face the truth with equanimity. Ally: Your ally this week is the steady Taurus. Avoid Aries who could be more impulsive. Card for the week: The Tarot key no. VIII Strength. Indicates that there is no need for anxiety. You have the strength to face the beast within. This will lead to healing and growth.

What the cards say: Be simple and open. Path: Connect directly and undo wrong done. Don’t play games. You will be the loser. Ally: Virgo will show you humility. Stay away from Aquarius and rational justification. Card for the week: Tarot Key no. XIII Death. A change is brewing in your life. Don’t resist it as that can transform your life. Let go of all that is unnecessary and embrace the essential. The great awakener is coming to liberate you from the shackles of materiality.

What the cards say: You will be powerful this week. Path: Pursue what you want. Don’t be rigid. If you are flexible you will gain ascendency. Ally: Aquarius shows you to be less emotional. Avoid Pisces who could fan your emotions. Card for the week: The Tarot key no. XIV the Temperance which says that balance and healing is at hand.

What the cards say: Things are moving for you. Path: Be alert and ensure right action. Don’t make the same mistake again. Ally: Libra will be a great support. Stay away from Gemini. They will confuse you more. Card for the week: Tarot Key no. XIX The Sun. Brightness could make your eyes dazzle. Sudden positive change and success. Things move in your favour.

What the cards say: There could be a new relationship. Path: Be open and accepting. It could be love. Don’t be afraid of the change. Be confident. Ally: The water sign Scorpio will help you deal with your uncertainties. Don’t tangle with Sagittarius. Card for the week: Tarot key no. XI Justice. You will get what you deserve. If you have done good you will be rewarded but if you have done wrong nemesis is at hand.

Scorpio What the cards say: There is no escape from living. Path: Please be objective and listen to people around you. Don’t close yourself to positive influences. Ally: The sign Aquarius who makes you see sense. Be careful of Cancer who could make you more one pointed. Card for the week: Tarot Key no. XIII Death. Change has been brewing in your life. Please allow it to impact you. Stop resisting change. It is good for you.

What the cards say: You will be asked to make a choice. Path: Follow the truth even if it means going against loved ones. Don’t fan the flames of division. Ally: A fellow Sagittarius will show you just how. Cared for the week: The tarot Key no. XVIII The Moon. Don’t let imagination colour your thinking or decision. Use the creativity of the Moon. You will have heightened sensitivity to all artistic pursuits.

What the cards say: Uncertainties. Path: Face the change and believe in divine love. Don’t react or become depressed. Ally: Scorpio makes you feel secure. Avoid Virgo and the nit picking. Card for the week: Tarot key no. XVIII The Moon. The waxing and waning your emotions could confuse you. Connect with the poetry and creativity of the Moon. Intuition that will provide all answers.

What do the cards say: Your Judgment will be proved wrong yet again. Path: Relook at your position with an open mind. Don’t be arrogant or complacent. Ally: Seek support from objective signs like Virgo or Taurus. Do not connect with Cancer who will advise as to what suits them. Card for the week: Tarot Key no. XX Judgment. You will need to see beyond the obvious and make amends.

Pisces What the cards say: Tackle your emotions. Path: Stand tall and firm. Don’t be so changeable. Ally: Seek advice from stable Taurus. Stay away from morbid Capricorn who could be cold. Card for the week: Tarot Key no. IV The Emperor. Be firm and sure of yourself. Operate from strength not weakness. You will win the respect of many.

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NON-CONG, NON-BJP PARTIES MEET AND TALK ABOUT FORGING UNITY

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mid efforts to form a Third Front, several regional parties including Left, JD(U), AIADMK, BJD and UPA ally NCP, today came together at a convention here with their leaders pitching for unity among them to defeat the "threat" from fascist and communal forces, according to PTI. JD(U) leader and Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar appeared to target BJP's Prime Ministerial candidate Narendra Modi as he said some leaders go after those who oppose their views or ideologies and talk about "cleansing" them. Addressing the 'Convention against Communalism', he said the 17 parties assembled at the meet should forge "maximum possible unity" to defeat the threat from "fascism, communalism and terrorism" to the country. "The question being asked is that if this convention means formation of a new front. As of today, this is not the case. But we all have to think that in the face of fascism, communalism and terrorism, democratic forces should maintain maximum possible unity on issues to

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CPI-M General Secretary Prakash Karat, CPI leader AB Bardhan, Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar and CPM leader Sitaram Yechury at a convention on 'People's Unity Against Communalism' at Talkatora Stadium in New Delhi on Wednesday. nalism. The convention, organised by the Left parties, is being seen as an attempt for forge a conglomerate of non-Congress and non-BJP parties ahead of the 2014 Lok Sabha elections.

combat and defeat such powers," he said. Kumar said that in the aftermath of riots in UP's Muzaffarnagar, there has been a realisation about the need to raise voice against the threat of commu-

ew Delhi (PTI): The country is waiting for somebody from GandhiNehru family to become Prime Minster since 1989, Congress today said giving a fresh fillip to the talk about naming Rahul Gandhi as

party's Prime Ministerial candidate ahead of the 2014 Lok Sabha elections. "It's not a question of having made him (the PM candidate). The country is demanding that. As far as the person about whom you talk-

Congress Vice President Rahul Gandhi being greeted at a rally in Deoriya near Gorakhpur on Wednesday.

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ing, this country is demanding since 1989 that a member from Gandhi family becomes the Prime Minister of the country. "Since 1989, this thing is being talked about in the country. People are waiting for it with eagerness. So the person about whose PM candidateship you are talking... It is not only me but the whole country is demanding and expecting that somebody from Gandhi-Nehru family comes and becomes Prime Minister," party spokesperson Raj Babbar told reporters at the AICC briefing. The remarks by the AICC spokesperson came when he was asked whether Congress has decided on Rahul Gandhi as its PM candidate for the next general elections given that Babbar made comparisons between the working styles of Gandhi and Narendra Modi. At the outset Babbar slammed Modi over his "dynastic politics" remarks against Gandhi and noting that there are two ideologies of inclusive secularism and divisive communalism in the country.

SP chief Mulayam Singh Yadav, whose party is in power in UP, said Muzaffarnagar riots were fomented by communal forces. "At least we got together (on the same platform). If we unite, communal forces will not able to

raise their head...We have crushed communal forces and we will continue to crush communal forces whenever they rear there head again," he said. Yadav's colleague Ram Gopal Yadav said today's meeting was a "beginning" for the shape of things to come in the future. NCP leader Praful Patel justified the party's participation in the convention, saying "in the era of coalition politics, we have to keep our options open of working with other parties." Besides Kumar and Mulayam Singh Yadav, the convention was attended by CPI(M) leaders Prakash Karat and Sitaram Yechury, NCP's D P Tripathi, JD(S) leader H D Deve Gowda, AIADMK's M Thambidurai and CPI's A B Bardhan. Nitish Kumar said some leaders say 'chun chun kar saaf karo' (resort to cleansing). What kind of language is this? In a democracy, you win elections by defeating others. But why use phrases like cleansing others?" Hitting out at Modi, the Bihar Chief Minister said everyone needs development

but the model of development is important. "A choice has to be made between models which favour corporate houses or inclusive models which focusses on the development of common man," the JD(U) leader said. He said non-inclusive models which do not care for the poor and the weaker sections cannot suceed while models with emphasis on human development would have a stronger foundation. In yet another salvo at Modi, Kumar said there are forces in the country which do not tolerate dissent. In this context, he said there have been efforts to malign Nobel laureate Amartya Sen after he had praised work done in Bihar. Kumar, in an apparent attack on VHP, said people were taking out "untimely" religious processions and yatras in an attempt to "raise passions and create divisions". The Bihar Chief Minister went on to caution the media also, saying it can report freely only in a democracy. Yadav said, "I have been a victim of communal forces but in UP we have given them a befitting reply."

RSS, BJP must give Modi lessons in Indian history: Digvijay NEW DELHI (PTI): Congress leader Digvijay Singh today ridiculed Narendra Modi over his "gaffes" during the recent Hunkar rally speech in Patna even as he asked RSS and BJP to teach the Gujarat Chief Minister lessons in Indian history. "RSS and BJP must give Modi lessons in Indian history to avoid such guffaws. Or is this the history taught at Saraswati Shishu Mandir?" Singh, the Congress Gen-

eral Secretary, said in a post on 'twitter.Com'. Posting a poem by a poet from Bundelkhand region on "Modi's guffaws of Indian history", Singh asked "Does BJP still want Modi to be their PM-in-waiting?". Singh's attack on Modi came a day after Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar Kumar mocked his Gujarat counterpart's "amazing" knowledge of history. Kumar had referred to Modi's wrongful mention of

the Taxila historical site as being in Bihar and of Chandragupta Maurya as a ruler belonging to Gupta dynasty. Another party general secretary, Shakeel Ahmed, meanwhile, hit out at Modi in another tweet, saying, "When you address a gathering, consider yourself the 'Wisest' and the listeners a 'A Bunch of Fools'. Modi treats his followers the same way."

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Gujarat Chief Minister Narendra Modi greets Sri Sri Ravi Shankar, founder of the Art of Living Foundation, in Gandhinagar on Wednesday.

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ACROSS: 2 Showing there's been a breakdown of civilisation in the past (5,5) 7 It's beaches and scenery make it a hit (6) 8 Bit of leg work to grub up party (7) 9 Furtiveness taking the last pie (7) 11 A fellow, before attack, is windy (6) 12 One still has it, even after parting with it (4,4) 14 Not set site ! (8) 16 Exchange has cancelled all dealings (5-3) 19 As eaten during lent? (4,4) 21 A verse for Ollie's partner getting it all backwards (6) 22 How tyre surfaces should be central to some Eritrea dedication (7) 23 Boil ash in order to dispose of it once and for all (7) 24 Lack of employment is unacceptable for the Home Counties (3-3) 25 Cancelling debt payments can be worrisome (10)

DOWN: 1 Able to embrace past disaster doing a turn (7) 2 Spanish eighth said to get to Venetian quarter (6) 3 An engagement that keeps me quiet (4) 4 Drunk, cause inn trouble (8) 5 Not having enough employees for putting up flags (12) 6 In a Negro it is a pygmy (7) 10 Airmen need CO to renegotiate salary (6,6)

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: Roof of the mouth

P SOLUTION TO TUESDAY’S ENIGMA CODE OUTLET, OUTSET, SETTLE, SOLUTE, TOOTLE, TOUSLE, TUSSLE

P P

MATH PYRAMID 648 13 Bank open? (5) 15 Ally is to be used in the sovereign's service (8) 17 Between terminals, free transport

will give new instructions (7) 18 As fortissimo as possible (7) 20 Believing, it's said (6) 22 Draw, we hear, from Bangkok (4)

SOLUTION TO TUESDAY’S CRYPTIC CROSSWORD ACROSS: 7 Carol, 8 Sideboard, 9 Trail, 10 School-bag, 12 Eddie cantor, 16 Offa, 17 Nails, 18 Arab, 19 Immediately, 22 Simulcast, 24 Trial, 25 Chronicle, 26 Smack. DOW N: 1 Paired off, 2 Homicidal, 3 Zinc, 4 Hero worship, 5 Dolly, 6 Triad, 11 Economic aid, 13 Noise, 14 Last trump, 15 Dalliance, 20 Sighs, 21 Tudor, 23 Sale.

QUICK CROSS 648

ACROSS: 1 __ of Bengal (3) 4 ___ low, bide one's time (3) 5 Rains cats and dogs (5) 7 Am. humorist George (3) 8 Methane and hydrogen,e.g. (5) 10 Suitable, appropriate (3) 11 ___ red, seethe (3)

HIDATO 648

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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 Rhythm and ___ (5) 2 "A" in IAF (3) 3 ___ man, sycophant (3) 5 Artificial gem (5) 6 "___ on a Grecian Urn" (3) 8 Argon, for one (3) 9 Bigfoot relative, skunk ___ (3)

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

MATHDOKU 648

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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TODAY’S FORECAST

JAGJIT UPPAL

WIZARD OF ID PARKER & HART

COFFEEBREAK MOON TITHI NAKSHATRA RASHI LUCKY COLOUR LUCKY NUMBER

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Moon enters Virgo at 6.54 a.m. Guru Dwadashi Uttaraphalguni Kanya (Virgo) P.Th. Yellow 6

BIRTHDAY FORECAST: You will achieve a major breakthrough in your career this year. 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 several short holiday trips. Your mate will be very loving and understanding. Minor health ailments may require attention.

BABIES BORN TODAY: Tall, imposing, well built, healthy and long-lived. Will be extremely impulsive, honest and hard working. Will be well educated, artistic, creative and humane. A career in any service industry social work, academics or a creative field will lead to gains and success.

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BEAU PEEP THE ADVENTURES OF LEGIONNAIRE BEAU PEEP

FRED BASSET ALEX GRAHAM

PHANTOM LEE FALK

MODESTY BLAISE PETER O’DONNELL

ARIES (March 21 - April 20): Travel plans run into some delays. You could be running late for an important meeting and this could upset your schedule. You may have a lot coming at you today but you have it in you to deal with any emergency and come out unscathed. Keep a check on your temper. You cannot wish away mistakes you have made. You are a lovable person it would be difficult to ignore you and stay angry for long. You will be able make up for lost time with your beloved.

TAURUS (April 21 - May 20): It will be difficult for you to take a decision today on a matter, which you are not familiar with. It would be wiser to consult someone who knows or has adequate background and whose advice can be useful. Be careful with your finances and check an urge to splurge money. The object of your affections seems to be in a bad mood. Perhaps you are trying too hard to change the person. Accept them for what they are.

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

CANCER (June 21 - July 21): Try to handle all sensitive issues personally. New work proposals look promising but check out all aspects before any commitment. A discussion with a close associate about your doubts may help to you to make the right decision. You will develop new ideas and integrate these in routine work. During the course of your work today you could strike a good rapport with a person you work with. A physical attraction is possible.

LEO (July 22 - August 21): Follow your intuition about work proposal. You are sure to benefit. Good days to attend to money matters or traveling for work. A load of good fortune is in store for you. If you are employed expect a promotion to an important office with large increase in salary. The married may find their mate being aloof. Make the first move to express your feelings for a really warm response.

VIRGO (August 22 - September 21): Those appearing for interviews, written tests or applying for tenders will be successful. But will have to work hard to maintain the top slot. Stick to venture partnerships only. Be flexible in your approach for it is crucial for the expansion of existing business. All is well for those in love whereas the fancy free could be feeling left out and lonesome.

LIBRA (September 22 - October 22): Good news about work is likely. However, initial money may have to be put in before you can expect returns from your efforts. Travel for work is inevitable and will be well worth your efforts. Writing and correspondence will also take up a lot of your time. There could be some unexpected visitors from out of town. This could interfere with your plans for a leisurely evening doing what you like best or had plans for.

SCORPIO (October 23 - November 21): You will have to make a strong concerted effort in managing problem issues. You will have the good fortune of having the support of able advisors and also the financial backing to sort out a few financial matters. Try to keep a low profile and avoid any kind of new commitments. If single you may find yourself getting drawn to person who is a part of your social or study group.

SAGITTARIUS (November 22 December 20): It’s just a day when you feel that there is nothing happening and you would like to just get away. The time is not right. Even though there are many things in the pipeline that have great potential work wise, you may still be anxious about the outcome. Be patient. You may be feeling exhausted emotionally drained. You have the love and support of your beloved and family to see you through.

CAPRICORN (December 21 - January 19): A long distance phone call may have something amazingly favorable for you. You will make money through commission or agency work. This is a good day to take a few planned risks. A person from outstation has a good business offer. A chance to fulfill a personal goal will make you happy. You have organized your priorities and set the record straight with relationships. This way everyone knows where they stand with you. The one you love will appreciate your efforts.

AQUARIUS (January 20 - February 18): It is a good time to submit applications for jobs or business tenders. Results of written tests or interviews will also be encouraging. A sale transaction may not yield the gains you had envisaged, but it will certainly help to take the pressure off you for a while. At a social get-together or conference your charm and conversational ability will help in impressing and winning new friends instantly.

PISCES (February 19 - March 20): News from overseas is favorable, and some of you will be traveling abroad on invitation from your business associates. You will be offered a large contract that you have been pursuing for a long time. An expected payment, perhaps from someone who is away comes as a surprise.

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QUICK CROSSWORD 4805

ACROSS: 3 Prince of the Indian jungles (5) 8 Indian paceman ___ Pratap Singh (5) 10 Stallions' mates (5) 11 Brood of pheasants (3) 12 Electric lamps (5) 13 A protective covering worn on the leg (7) 15 Help in mounting (3-2) 18 Catch one taking you to school, maybe (3) 19 An excessive accumulation of serous fluid (6) 21 Soft metallic element (7) 22 Suffer or endure - "reed" anagram? (4) 23 Make _ __ for it : flee (1,3) 24 One eighth of a mile? (7) 26 Capital of Manipur (6) 29 Rajasthan's Mount ___ (3) 31 Intimate or close, as in "___ friends"? (5) 32 Tornado (7) 34 Begets (5) 35 Hours, in short (3) 36 Covers with hard or sticky mass (5) 37 Fleeces or swindles, colloquially speaking? (5) 38 Glossy (5)

DOWN: 1 Amusing, making one laugh (5) 2 Handout (7) 4 The game __ __ : you are exposed, in a way? (2,2) 5 Badge, token (6) 6 Tore down or completely destroyed (5) 7 Muslim princess (5) 9 Colouring agent (3) 12 Diffident or timid, modest (7) 14 ___ and dried : ready, inflexible? (3) 16 Conductor Solti (5) 17 Take ___ : take trouble over? (5) 19 Robbers, pirates, et al.? (7) 20 Extemporaneous (5)

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SUDOKU 1991 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: I equals U

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

21 Jumps or springs forcefully (5) 23 Ms Sharma of Bollywood (7) 24 Starve (6) 25 Japanese middle manager? (3) 27 Tropical eel (5)

28 Pipes used for watering plants etc. (5) 30 ___ lord : a feudal lord? (5) 32 Adolescent, between 12 and 20 (4) 33 Numerical prefix (3)

SOLUTION TO YESTERDAY’S QUICK CROSSWORD ACROSS: 4 Dacapo, 7 Cariappa, 8 Utopia, 10 Noise, 13 Uber, 14 Solo, 15 Anet, 16 EIA, 17 Newt, 19 Rsvp, 21 Karnataka, 23 Parr, 24 Modi, 26 Mal, 27 Item, 29 Flip, 32 Enid, 33 Afoul, 34 Repugn, 35 Gunga din, 36 Ashore. DOWN: 1 Icons, 2 Grail, 3 Fade, 4 Daube, 5 Chor, 6 Philip, 9 Tetrad, 11 Ooh, 12 Sonar, 13 Untamed, 15 Awn, 16 Eva, 18 Erring, 20 Skiff, 21 Kal, 22 Tom, 23 Panels, 25 Diu, 28 Tinge, 30 Loads, 31 Plant, 32 Euro, 33 Argo.

IRREGULAR SUDOKU 1810 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

Q L I

Y C S

V L A

H S E Y I U S B L C R K

F V

Q L I Y V

U I J S C F L C U S S

O I U A

A Z S

L K F L I U

R F W Z A

YESTERDAY’S SOLUTION: Art, like morality, consists of drawing the line somewhere

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: 16 average; 18 good; 20 outstanding. YESTER DAY’S SOLUTION: aunt, auto, gaunt, glut, gout, guano, guilt, lout, lung, nougat, outing, outlaw, OUTLAWING, tuna, ulna, unit, until, unto, walnut.

HEATHCLIFF

Yesterday’s

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VIRAT FAST

Kohli, Dhawan centuries help India to another stunning chase By S S Ramaswamy

AGPUR: India pulled off a sensational six-wicket victory over Australia in the do-or-die sixth cricket one-dayer, riding on Virat Kohli's brutal unbeaten 115 and Shikhar Dhawan's blistering century to level the seven-match series 2-2 here. Chasing a mammoth 351, the Indians gave ample display of their batting firepower on a belter of a track at the VCA Stadium at Jamtha to overhaul the target with three balls to spare in what turned out to be a thrilling floodlit contest which went down the wire. The incredible run chase brought back memories of India's awesome victory in Jaipur on October 16 when they overhauled a stiff target of 360, achieving the second highest successful run chase ever in ODI history. Dhawan (100), Rohit Sharma (79) and Kohli -- who hit the third fastest ODI hundred by an Indian from just 61 balls, were the main architects of India's victory in the high-scoring tussle which has restored the balance of the series after the Ranchi and Cuttack

Jadeja completes 100 wickets in ODIs

George Bailey plays a reverse sweep during his knock of 156. ODIs were washed out. Earlier, George Bailey (156) and Shane Watson (102) smashed scintillating centuries as Australia put the listless Indian bowling attack to the sword to post an imposing 350 for six after being in to bat. India replied in stunning fashion with Dhawan hitting his fourth ODI ton in his 24th match while Kohli struck his 17th century in his 118th match. Dhawan faced 102 balls in his innings and hit 11 boundaries while Kohli's unbeaten knock came from just

Shikhar Dhawan celebrates his century during their sixth ODI cricket match against Australia in Nagpur on Wednesday.

66 balls with the help of 18 fours and a six. Captain Mahendra Singh Dhoni (25 not out) hit the winning runs - a two -- as India reached 351 for four to bring the capacity crowd to raptures and the home team players hugging each other at the dressing room. With the scores locked 2-2, the seventh ODI in Bangalore on Saturday will serve as the summit showdown of the series which has already seen a phenomenal 2565 runs scored so far (excluding the 295 scored by Australia in the abandoned fourth match at Ranchi). India stuttered a bit towards the end as Suresh Raina (16) and struggling Yuvraj Singh (0) were out in the same over -- 43rd -- but Kohli, who had hit the fastest-ever 100 off just 52 balls by an Indian in Jaipur and an equally unruffled Dhoni saw them home with an unbroken partnership of 61 for the fifth wicket. The game looked on a knife's edge even after the great start given by Dhawan and Rohit -who shared 178 runs from 29.3 overs for the opening wicket -but Kohli tore into the visitors' bowling attack to swing the game in India's favour. Dhawan was lucky to be let off when on 19 off James Faulkner at fly-gully by Glenn Maxwell and then survived a difficult chance after reaching his 50. In between these two escapes and earlier too, he got his runs mainly by using his bottom hand to hit square and behind the wicket on both sides and reached his half century with a run-a-ball effort. Rohit, who made an unbeaten

NAGPUR: India all-rounder Ravindra Jadeja touched a personal landmark of 100 wickets in One-Day Internationals as he dismissed two Australian batsmen to complete his century of wickets. Jadeja, who was expensive and was carted around by Australian captain George Bailey and Shane Watson grabbed both his wickets in the last over of the innings. The Saurashtra-born player made his debut against Sri Lanka at Colombo on February 8, 2009 and the milestone came in his 85th ODI game. The left-arm spinner was wicket-less in his first nine overs before dismissing Bailey for 156 and Mitchell Johnson for a duck off the second and fourth ball in the last over of the Australian innings to end up with figures of 2 for 68.

141 in the earlier successful run chase at Jaipur, started off cautiously against the medium pacers and then was severe on Maxwell whom he hit for two sixes in the 29th over and then fell while trying to repeat the feat in the next over. When Rohit exited, India needed 173 from 183 balls and Kohli started off positively by striking Xavier Doherty for a six and two fours in 33rd over. Dhawan and Kohli brought the hosts 117 runs adrift of the target in the last 96 balls with a stand of 56 when the left handed opener departed off the left-arm pacer James Faulker. Kohli, India's most consistent batsman in the series, and Raina got involved in a partnership of 54 to bring the home team close to victory. Brief Scores: Australia 350/6 in 50 overs [George Bailey 156, Shane Watson 102] lost to India 351/4 in 49.3 overs [Shikhar Dhawan 100, Virat Kohli 115 not out] by six wickets.

SYDNEY: Former Australian captain Ricky Ponting said he was "offended" after Mark Taylor blasted his feud with Michael Clarke, saying it should have stayed in the dressing room. Current skipper Clarke was reportedly furious when he learned ex-captain Ponting's autobiography, released last week, contained concerns about his then-deputy's attitude. The book also offers an unfavourable appraisal of Clarke's ill-fated relationship with bikini model Lara Bingle, which ended in 2010 when he flew back from a tour of New Zealand to sort out his private life. Clarke bristled at a press conference yesterday when asked for his reaction to Ponting's comments. "Ricky said that did he? Well, Ricky has my number," he said. Ponting reportedly responded that Clarke "won't read anything in the book that he wouldn't have known about himself or how I felt about it around the team".

Tendulkar’s retirement a big loss to world cricket: Saqlain

NEW DELHI: Former Pakistan spinner Saqlain Mushtaq said Sachin Tendulkar's retirement from Test cricket is a "big loss" to world cricket. "Sachin's retirement is a big loss to world cricket. He is not only an amazing player but a great human being as well. I have a lot of respect for him," Saqlain told PTI Bhasha. Tendulkar will bid adieu to the game after playing his 200th Test against the West Indies in Mumbai next month. Saqlain, who would always be remembered for his 10wicket match haul that was instrumental in his team handing a 12-run defeat to India in the 1999 Chennai Test match, said it was an "honour" playing against Tendulkar and he enjoyed bowling to the legendary batsman. "I am lucky to have played against him. It's been an honour to have bowled to Sachin... Sometimes I got the better of him," he said.

Ind-SA tour to begin with ODI series

MUMBAI: The Indian cricket team's tour of South Africa, which was finalised after weeks of deliberations and controversies, will kick off with a three-match one-day series starting December 5 in Johannesburg. After the ODIs, India will play the first Test of the two-match series also at Johannesburg (December 1822) while the second game will be played from December 26-30 at Durban, a BCCI media release said. The tour, which has been the subject of much wrangling between the two boards -- BCCI and Cricket South Africa, will also have a two-day practice match between the touring side and the SA Invitation XI beginning December 14 at Benoni.

Myneni shocks top seed Smyczek, Somdev struggles past Groth

NEW DELHI: India's Saketh Myneni recorded one of the biggest wins of the career as he shocked world number 83 Tim Smyczek while Somdev Devvarman battled past Samuel Groth to advance in the Charlottesville ATP Challenger tournament in the United States. Ranked 313, Myneni upset the local favourite and top seed 6-4 4-6 7-5 in one hour and 55 minutes. Second seed Somdev, ranked 91, had to fight it out with 192 ranked Australian as he came from behind for a 3-6 6-3 6-4 win in the first round of the USD 75,000 hard court tournament. It took Somdev almost two hours to beat his opponent.

CESC BRACES BARCA WITH WIN OVER CELTA

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Faiz Nasyam, Akanksha Nitture supreme

UMBAI: Girls’ top seed Akanksha Nitture and boys fourth seed Faiz Nasyam registered contrasting victories to emerge champions, in the Khar Gymkhana Maharashtra State Ranking Under-10 Junior Tennis Tournament. Nitture, of New Horizon Public School, New Panvel overcame second seed Smita Walhekar 5-3, 4-0 in the girls’ final, while Nasyam upset top seed Leston Vaz 4-0, 4-1 in the boys’ championship round. Nine-yearold Nitture, who had entered her maiden under-12 final and finished runner-up in the Maharashtra State & All India Talent Series at the same venue in November last year, ignored the early challenge from a spirited Walhekar in an exciting opening set before winning the second without dropping a game. “I took time to settle down at the start of the match,” said Nitture, who also was the under-10 runner-up in the Maharashtra State Lawn Tennis Association tournament last year. “I struggled a bit and used my experience in the end to win the first set narrowly. Winning the first set was crucial because it gave me the confidence in the second, which I won easily. I am strong on the backhand and used it to my advantage.” Apart from the rigours of training long hours at the Karnala Sports Academy, Panvel, Nitture, accompanied by her mother, also endured the energy-sapping six-hour train journey from Panvel to Khar and back. “Winning the title was worth the effort,” she added. Faiz Nasyam announced his arrival on the circuit when he prevailed over favourite Leston Vaz. Though the diminutive Vaz lost in straight sets, he battled with determination against a taller opponent. “I think my height is a disadvantage at the moment. I played against a stronger and taller opponent and I will have to work harder to make amends,” said Vaz.

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ARCELONA: Cesc Fabregas scored two goals and played a part in Alexis Sanchez's opener to steer Barcelona to a 3-0 victory at Celta Vigo and keep the pressure on the Spanish league leader's title rivals. The defending champion's 10th win in 11 rounds yesterday, provisionally lifted it four points clear of Atletico Bilbao and nine points above Real Madrid before they play matches later this week. While Barcelona eased to another victory, crosstown rival Espanyol drew 0-0 at home with Malaga. The two Catalan clubs will meet on Friday in a city derby at Camp Nou. Barcelona dominated early in Vigo and Alexis put the visitors ahead in the ninth minute when he pounced on the rebound of a shot by Fabregas after the former Arsenal star had stolen the ball deep in Celta's half. The Chile forward's six goals are second only to Lionel Messi's eight for the team's leading scorer in league play. After Celta had pushed forward in search of an equaliser late in the first half with Charles and Rafina, who is on loan from Barcelona, both going close, Fabregas put the game away three minutes after the restart. With Celta again caught outnumbered after losing the ball, Messi drew in the defense and slipped the ball over for Fabre-

Barcelona's Lionel Messi fights for the ball with RC Celta's Borja Oubina during a Spanish La Liga soccer match at the Balaidos stadium in Vigo, Spain.

Good to have a nine-wicket haul: Harbhajan

tained that longer I will bowl the better I will get. It was a good wicket to bowl in Mohali," the 34year-old, who has played 101 Test matches, said. Punjab notched up an innings and 48-run victory over Odisha with a bonus point in a group A match. Harbhajan, who led North Zone in the Duleep Trophy unfortunately missed out on crucial match time as both the semifinal and the final were rained out. This was ideally his first longer-format game in as many as eight months where he got a chance to bowl substantial amount of overs. For the national selectors, Harbhajan's performance would surely keep them interested with a long season ahead. "The ball came out well off my hand and the feel was good."

EW DELHI: Harbhajan Singh served a timely reminder to the national selection committee with a match haul of nine wickets in the opening Ranji Trophy encounter against Odisha in Mohali and the senior off-spinner is hoping to get better as the season progresses. "It feels good to start off the season on a positive note. I hope to get better with each and every match from here," Harbhajan told PTI from Mohali. Harbhajan finished with match figures of nine for 137, including a six-wicket haul in the fist innings at the PCA Stadium in Mohali. "Obviously it acts as a confidence booster when you get five wickets in an innings. What makes me happier is the fact that I have been able to bowl 54 overs in the match. As I have always main-

gas to drill it under goalkeeper Yoel Rodriguez. Messi laid the ball off again for Fabregas to unleash a shot that hit the crossbar and ricocheted off the outstretched Rodriguez before crossing the line in the 54th. Celta's Manuel "Nolito" Agudo almost got a consolation goal in the 67th when he sent his free kick off the goalframe. Messi, who was oddly subdued in Barcelona's 2-1 win over Madrid on Saturday, searched for an elusive goal, often ignoring teammates in better positions to score. "We played well, together as one unit. We played a complete game," Fabregas said. Atletico visits Granada tomorrow after Madrid hosts Sevilla. Barcelona appears to have lost Adriano to another muscle injury. The injury-prone Brazilian defender grimaced as he was substituted in the 31st. On the bench, he taped an ice pack to his left thigh. Celta coach Luis Enrique played for Barcelona from 19962004 before returning as its second-team coach in 2008. Enrique greeted many of the players in the Barcelona dugout, some of whom were old teammates like Xavi Hernandez, before the match with a series of hugs. "Our goal was to try and complicate their lives and we had the chance to do that in the first half, but that ended with their second goal early in the second half," Enrique said.

Tendulkar gifts himself, says Jadeja

LAHLI, HARYANA: After Sachin Tendulkar stood like a rock to help Mumbai cross the line in his last Ranji Trophy match here today, Haryana captain and former India opener Ajay Jadeja said the retiring legend himself makes his own gift. Mumbai players have been saying prior to this match that they wish to gift Tendulkar a victory as parting shot. "He himself gifts himself (referring to Tendulkar's 79-run innings) ... His knock made a difference, whoever has seen the game would know. He was not out till the end ... That means he would have made more runs if required," Jadeja told reporters after Tendulkar almost singlehandedly guided Mumbai to victory scoring an unbeaten 79.

Ranji gave Sachin good practice ahead of Test farewell: Zaheer L

AHLI, HARYANA: As Sachin Tendulkar signed off his Ranji Trophy career on a winning note, Mumbai captain Zaheer Khan said the veteran batsman's five-hour vigil in the second innings against Haryana has given him the muchneeded practice ahead of his farewell Test series against the West Indies next month. The retiring legend almost singlehandedly guided Mumbai to a four-wicket victory, scoring an unbeaten 79, in one of the most keenly followed matches in the history of Ranji Trophy. "It's important for Sachin and considering the two Tests against the West In-

dies next month, this has given him much-needed practice. And remember, Haryana has got a good attack and they bowled a disciplined attack," Zaheer told reporters after the match. Tendulkar, 40, will be walking into international sunset after the rubber against the Caribbean side, and Zaheer has been associated with the veteran for almost a decade and a half. "It's very difficult to sum up my association with Sachin in one minute. It's been very special, his records speak volumes of the man. He has

truly been a master. We just want him to enjoy the last two Tests, the way he has always enjoyed...Make the most of it." The left-arm pacer is on a comeback trail and seemed hopeful of returning to the Indian team. "I am trying to do whatever is in my hand. I have got good match practice by playing the two India A matches. I am getting better... Bowling fitness is something I am working on. I am feeling confident, it's just about spending more and more time on the field. Match practice is the best practice as it helps the overall game," he said.

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Sachin Tendulkar is carried by his teammates after Mumbai beat Haryana in the Ranji match in Rohtak on Wednesday.

IN BRIEF Saurashtra beat Rajasthan by an innings and 31 runs

MASTERâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S MASTERCLASS Tendulkar bids adieu to domestic cricket in style; score unbeaten 79 under pressure

AHLI, HARYANA: Sachin Tendulkar's farewell game in domestic cricket ended in a manner befitting his iconic stature, as the retiring legend singlehandedly guided Mumbai to a fourwicket win over Haryana in one of the most keenly followed match in the history of Ranji Trophy. Requiring 39 more runs to win with four wickets in hand on the fourth and final day, Tendulkar went on to make a calculated 175ball unbeaten 79, building his innings in the manner that has been the hallmark of his later years. The stay in the middle also ensured Tendulkar warmed up for next month's Test series against the West Indies, which will culminate with the second and his landmark 200th Test in Mumbai, where he will bring the curtain down on

his glorious 24-year tryst with international cricket. After a series of shifts in momentum over the past three days, it was Mumbai who had the last laugh, thanks largely to the relentless perseverance showed by Tendulkar. Starting the day at 201 for six, Tendulkar, overnight on 55, guided Dhawal Kulkarni (16 not out) to the last run that came when the young pacer hit Mohit Sharma for a boundary, much to the delight of his Mumbai teammates who had planned to gift the veteran a win in his last game for the state side. The hordes of home spectators who had trooped into the Chaudhary Bansi Lal Cricket Stadium, didn't mind either as it was Tendulkar who was at the forefront of this successful chase. Living their own Tendulkar moment, the

heads totting the small stands fervently cheered his every run, and got an adrenaline rush the only time the ball reached the fence today from the master's willow. The standing ovation as he walked out to bat was followed by another round of guard of honour, with some of the Haryana players even saluting the champion batsman while he walked on to bat for one last time in domestic cricket. The routine being repeated after the match seemed appropriate. Tendulkar being lifted on the shoulder of his teammates was also to be expected. Though he hit just one boundary today, it was worth it. As Harshal Patel ran in, Tendulkar positioned himself perfectly before punching the fast bowler through backward point. All in all he struck six boundaries

in the innings. The innings was in stark contrast to the one he played against the same side some 22 years ago, in the final of the Ranji Trophy at the Wankhede Stadium where he smashed Kapil Dev and co to all corners of the ground. Today's knock was more about grafting. The defence was tight, the big stride forward gave the picture of a man in total control of the situation, and then there were the trademark backfoot punches through cover off fast bowlers. He also scored quite a few runs through tucks to the square leg region, nudges towards midwicket besides sprinting singles to midon and mid-off. Brief Scores: Haryana 134 & 241 lost to Mumbai 136 & 240/6 in 93.0 overs [Sachin Tendulkar 79] by four wickets.

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AHLI, HARYANA: After guiding Mumabi to a Ranji win over Haryana in his final domestic game, retiring Indian batsman Sachin Tendulkar today said he is now eagerly looking forward to his farewell Test series against the West Indies, which starts in Kolkata on November 6. Tendulkar will bring the curtain down on his glorious 24-year tryst with international cricket against the West Indies after playing his landmark 200th Test in Mumbai from November 14-18. "It will be a good series. They (West Indies) are a good side, something that I'll be looking forward to...My last couple of Test matches. I hope it produces good cricket and lives up to the expectations of all my well wishers," Tendulkar said after guiding Mumbai to a four-wicket win over Haryana.

Tendulkar warmed up for the Test series against the West Indies with a calculated 175-ball unbeaten 79 in Mumbai's challenging chase of 240 runs in the second innings at the lively Chaudhary Bansi Lal Cricket Stadium wicket here. "It was a challenging wicket. It had a lot for the bowlers but it was fun to bat on this wicket. The bowlers were getting assistance from the wicket so it was not easy to score runs," the retiring legend said after playing his last Ranji Trophy game. "240 was a big total to chase. The outfield was also on the slower side. 240 looked like 280 to chase on this wicket. This is just the kind of outing I was looking for. Haryana played very good cricket. All credit to them for putting up a good challenge and making it a memorable contest," he said.

RAJKOT: A fighting century by Rajesh Bishnoi went in vain as Saurashtra thrashed Rajasthan by an innings and 31 runs to win with a bonus point on the fourth and final day of their Group B Ranji Trophy match here. Having declared their first innings on 475 for seven, Saurashtra had bundled out Rajasthan for a paltry 136 in their first essay. In their second innings, Rajasthan were all out for 308. Resuming at 147 for four, the visitors' hopes of saving the match relied on the overnight pair of Hrishikesh Kanitkar and Rajesh Bishnoi. The duo started the day on a positive note and gave a glimpse of hope to Rajasthan as they added 91 runs together for fifth wicket. Bishnoi, having resumed on two, went on to score 106.

Jharkhand and Delhi share points as match abandoned

JAMSHEDPUR: Hosts Jharkhand and Delhi shared a point each after the four-day Group A Ranji Trophy match was abandoned without a ball being bowled on the concluding day at Keenan stadium here. The play was not possible in the last four days due to sluggish outfield even though there was no rain since Sunday. The umpires inspected the wicket last at 12 noon and called off the match. Meanwhile, a moderate crowd, which had turned up to have glimpses of the star cricketers such as Delhi captain and out- offavour Indian opener Gautam Gambhir and Virendra Sehwag, got irritated and indulged in mild stone pelting, forcing the police to intervene, after the match was called off.

MP grab three points in drawn Ranji match against Railways

INDORE: A strong batting performance by the middle-order after being forced to follow on helped Railways avoid defeat but Madhya Pradesh walked away with three points due to their first innings lead in the drawn Ranji Trophy Group B match. In reply to a mammoth 510, Railways were bowled out for 335 in their first innings and were 235 for six in their second innings when stumps were drawn on the fourth and final day at Holkar Cricket Stadium here. Madhya Pradesh medium-pacer Ishwar Pandey, who grabbed seven wickets yesterday, took the tally to eight in the first innings before grabbing three in the Railways' second essay to be the pick of the bowlers. When they took the field for their second innings, Railways were trailing MP by 175 runs.

Punjab thrash Odisha by an innings and 48 runs in Ranji

MOHALI: A disciplined bowling display helped Punjab dismiss Odisha for 307 in their second innings and notch up a convincing an innings and 48-run victory with a bonus point in a group A Ranji Trophy match on the fourth and final day. After bundling out Odisha for 205 in their first innings, Punjab had posted a mammoth 560 for six declared. Resuming at 110 for two in their second innings, Odisha needed 245 more runs to make Punjab bat again but skipper Harbhajan Singh led a disciplined bowling attack with a three-wicket haul to scuttle the visitors' plans. While Harbhajan returned with figures of three for 83 in 25.4 overs, Siddarth Kaul and Manpreet Gony took two wickets each, while Sandeep Sharma, who had scalped the two Odisha openers, added another wicket to his kitty.Harbhajan's total nine-wicket haul in the match will hold him in good stead when the selectors meet to pick the squad for the two-match Test series against the West Indies to be played next month.

Afternoon Despatch & Courier MUMBAI

| THURSDAY, OCTOBER 31, 2013