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Back to the roots

Sacred groves of India

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reen patches of woodland dot the

landscape of India — from bamboo groves on the eastern

The Bishnoi tribes manage sacred groves called orans in the arid and desert regions of Rajasthan, in Northwest

coast to clumps of trees in the northwestern deserts, and

India. Despite sparse vegetation and limited water

from jungles in the tropical south to dense Himalayan

resources, the area reportedly supports a higher density

forests in the north. Like the Indian population itself,

of human and animal populations than any other desert

these forests are tremendously diverse, but they share an

region in the world because of the conservation practices

important commonality: they are all held sacred. Like

of its people. The basic philosophy of the Bishnoi faith is

many countries throughout the world, India has a long

that all living things have a right to live and share

history of nature worship, and that practice continues

resources. It has a set of abiding laws including a ban on

today, especially through the veneration of forest groves.

killing animals and felling trees, especially their most

These sacred groves, which are dedicated to local deities

sacred khejadi tree, which has numerous life-sustaining

or ancestral spirits, are protected by local communities

properties. Its dropped leaves can be used for fodder,

through social traditions and taboos that incorporate

its dropped branches for fuel and its fruit for food.

spiritual and ecological values. Preserved over the course

Khejadi trees stabilise sand dunes and they are said to

of many generations, sacred groves represent native

increase yields of crops that grow close by. The orans also

vegetation in a natural or near-natural state and thus are

provide a protective habitat for the Indian gazelle and

rich in biodiversity, harbouring many rare species of

blackbuck. There are only a handful of documented

plants and animals.

sacred groves in Rajasthan, but their areas often exceed thousands of acres.

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Information memorandum Hindusthan National Glass & Industries Limited (For private circulation)

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Think different. Do different.

Beyond reducing costs. To enhancing realisations. For years, we focused on enhancing realisations. This singular obsession is now encoded in our DNA. The result: in our marble business, we focus on the import, processing and marketing of the best quality materials. When we market vitrified tiles, we select the size, colour and finish with the objective of generating attractive realisations. When we manufacture ceramic tiles, we innovate designs that will set new standards in respect, recall and returns. Reaching select customers. Addressing specialised preferences. The result is reflected in the numbers for FY 08. Average vitrified tile realisations increased by 2% from Rs. 487 per sq. mt. in FY07 to Rs. 496 per sq. mt. in FY08. Average ceramic tile realisations increased 10% to Rs. 320 per sq. mt. in FY08 from Rs. 292 in FY07. Strengthening our EBIDTA from Rs. 70.97 cr in FY 07 to Rs. 86.77 cr in 2007-08.

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Annual Report 2007-08 > 13

Innovation for a better life

PANACHE IS ALSO SONATA. Music for the soul.

A place where you can paint your pictures in silence. Where the air is softly kissed with poetry.

I hear those notes in the wind chime that was once heard by Beethoven.

Welcome to a haven where laughter is the predominant music you hear. Olympia Panache. Premium villas with sizes ranging between 4250-5500 sq. ft (approximately) with 24-hour security, internal gardening and housekeeping and kitchens extended to a club house. Grand enough for your little needs. *Panache specialises in catering to expatriates

Building lives. Building the nation. Sustainability Report 2008

Ogo shuncho …

Ganguram catered to notable dignitaries who visited Kolkata like Queen Elizabeth and Krushchev. It is believed that Bulganin was so enthralled by Ganguram’s Chamcham that the item was later named (temporarily) as Bulganin Chamcham.

Sen Mahasay’s Jai Hind Sandesh was banned by the British Government before Independence and later revived on 15th August 1947..

During the Bengal Renaissance in the 19th century, the Nadia sweet-makers came up with the nalen gurer sandesh, a winter delight made from the finest form of date palm gur.

One Bhim Nag sandesh variety was christened Ashu Bhog after Sir Ashutosh Mukherjee.

Hindusthan Sweets is the first Kolkata confectioner to be ISO 9001 certified for superior quality products.

K.C. Das has introduced the new Y2K Rosogolla – a low-fat delicacy, which can steal the Pepsi and Coke fad.

K.C. Das is planning to create Brain Rosogolla that will be medicated with micro- nutrients that will help the mind focus and concentrate.


“He told me that if he wants to go out to the movies, he has to wear a wig or a false beard. What a life!” – Allan Donald

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A collection of positive stories on the environment

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OF THE WORLD Issued in global interest by Responsive Industries Limited and Axiom Cordages Limited


15,00,00 ,000 sq. ft. This is the estimated demand for mall space in India by 2010

At Greenply, we possess the largest distribution network in our industry, comprising 1700 authorised dealers and distributors and 5400 sub dealers and retailers. This ensures that our products are available off-the-shelf in any corner of the country.

the blue dream of the sky was my refuge. The earth beneath my bare feet and the wind playing with my hair, my release. Annual Report 2006-07 15

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I wish I was the bluebird that carries the sky on its back. My home carries the infinite possibilities of the sky.

Orbit Sky Gardens is more than four walls and a roof. It’s a home… a life… where the stars shine bright, a celebration in light. Where spaces extend beyond boundaries… Spread across 77 cottahs 18-storeyed tower 1.6 lac sq. ft of sheer indulgence 46 luxury residences including duplexes, triplexes and penthouses

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