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MONSOON MEMORIES

Relive Your Childhood

Monsoons bring with them a breath of fresh and greenery all around as well as the memories from childhood days making us nostalgic with ever drop. Back then, rainy season meant celebrating. They would make us feel joyous and carefree! ...

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INFOCUS

4 Unique Foodie Picks of the Month

Mumbai! The city of dreams is the Economic and Tourist hub of India. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s full of dreamers and hard-labourers, starlets and gangsters, stray dogs and exotic birds, artists and servants, fisherfolk and crorepatis (millionaires), and lots and lots of people. ...

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OVER 100+ MUMBAI HOODERS RECOMMEDED TOP 5 RESTAURANTS ON LIVING LOCAL APP

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INITIATIVES

Human Library Mumbai

Human Library Mumbai’s first event itself witnessed a foot fall of more than 450 eager readers and the broad selection of 13 books provided Mumbaikars with ample choice to challenge their...

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Contributors POOJA KOCHAR Founder 30ish and PhotoblogHER Blogger, photographer and body positive activist Website: www.poojakochar.com

MUMBAI EDITORIAL Anubhav Anand MANAGEMENT Neeraj Vasudeva

MOHINI Mohini is a Tarot Card reader, Hypnotherapist and a Life Coach. She also teaches reading Tarot Cards and various self-healing techniques.

MANALI JAIN Traveller, Photographer, history lover and a curious learner. Every photograph has a story, just being another storyteller in this big world.

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WRITE TO US AT ALI ANSARI Intrapreneur today Entrepreneur tomorrow

VAIBHAV WANKHADE Farji-Gulzaar, Nakli-MF Hussain, Wasted Engineer, old school, Believes in stories. 3 Favorite -Bun maska pav, Pune & Night. Hates -Smoking, that’s why I keep it light always

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articles@livinglocalmag.com Let your VOICE be heard. Write to us, on any topic related to Mumbai and share what’s happening in your neighborhood.

EDITOR’S NOTE

Let it Rain! I remember the time when autumn followed summer. I was in a different country, which had so much to offer, but skipped something very dear to me that I celebrated all my growing years- Indian Monsoon. I write this above the clouds on my way to Mumbai from Delhi. Leaving the hot summer of Delhi (Monsoon still a few days away at this point of time) towards the pouring Mumbai. Excitement engulfs me, to be greeted by the weather that makes Mumbai city more awesome than it already is. More sparkle to its already glittering personality. One of the ways we celebrate being a tropical country is by welcoming the Monsoons every year. Yes we are the privileged.

Monsoon: Being Indian Editor-in-chief

Monsoon: It’s a celebratory word. Bringing in relief to the farmers as much as it does to the urban population trying to beat the growing summer heat. The word is almost symbolic of being Indian (hence my calling it the Indian Monsoon). Remember the film Monsoon Wedding. Monsoon Wedding is as Indian in its name as it is in its cinematic experience. My cousin when naming her international food product company wanted it to be Indian in its feel and sound for all Western folks. She named it the Monsoon Kitchen. The name by default represented it as an Indian brand for the West. No we don’t have a proprietary hold on that word or the weather in itself… But it’s very much a special for all of us. A special for all lovers… Be it a Chai lover or a handholdingdrenched lover. It’s special for the poor child who may find every single puddle to jump on or for the extinct crafty paperboat-making child. It’s special for the plants and the trees that shine in their true green color. There’s always going to be reasons to hide from the rain. The trouble it may cause in your office commute, the time

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it may take to dry your laundry at home, the fear of your car rusting or an unexpected splash of water by a passing vehicle. But there will be more reasons to Not hide in the rain. There are more reasons to embrace its arrival and its shear beauty in its journey from the sky to the earth. Let the beautiful Monsoon rains soak your tears in its flow giving you a reason to celebrate it. Go make some Indian Monsoon memories! * Repost from July’2016 Issue editorial.

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COVER STORY

Living Local Presents

MUMBAI’S FOOD CHAMP 100+ Over

Winner 1

Mumbai Hooders Recommend Top 5 Restaurants on Living Local App

Exploring is my Ecstasy. The hunger within me never dies, literally and even otherwise. Travelling is my passion and ME time, be it local or global, after all it all boils down to exploring. I love being true to myself in best of the forms, what can I even do? That’s the effect fashion has on me! A media student and a moody writer, that is what makes me happier. I love dancing my ways out always. It’s an activity, irreplaceable for me. Already too much in my plate. Now no more. Thank you for your attention. Sayonara.

Labdhi Vora Hood: Andheri West

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Best Restaurants in my Hood: 1. Golden Chariot (Andheri west) 2. Khasiyat 3. Quesso 4. Sammy Sosa 5. Aromas Cafe 6. Pizza Express

Hidden Gems in my Hood: 1. Cafe Bliss 2. Chocolate Heaven

Best things to do in the hood: Pushpa narsee Park (Juhu) - cycling Clue Hunt - Wake up the Sherlock Holmes in you.

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Winner 2 Ekta Waghela popularly known as “The umbrella girl” on Instagram, recently opened a new food page called @crazy_food_bug. A pharmacist, a foodie, a photographer & sometimes a model for photographers as well.

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Kamala Mills and Todi Mills are two best places to visit in my hood. “Verbana” is the newest opened roof-top restaurant that you must try. Also, all these places are pocket friendly which makes it so accessible to all youngsters. Do follow @crazy_food_bug for more food updates.

Ekta Waghela Hood: Lower Parel

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Entrepreneur by Attitude, Employee by choice

#FoodChamp Special Judge Anaggh Desai

“Entrepreneur by Attitude, Employee by choice” is how Anaggh Desai referred to himself for over 25 years; before changing it recently to “ Entrepreneur by Choice, Employee by Attitude”. Having worked across industries and geographies ranging from hospitality, logistics, travel, ecommerce and retail in his 25 + year career span, there is little he has not seen. Always ahead of the curve, has always believed that ‘ experience is the key differentiator’ & strong advocate of customer evangelism, he believes listening and interacting to/with them is one of the most important things that the brands should

do today, particularly in India, where consumer dynamics change every few kilometers. His participative leadership style and inclusive attitude sets him apart. He is amongst the few veterans who have been successful in marrying the digital and offline world. Having been there, done that, Anaggh brings to the table: real world, street smart and sharp business acumen, all served with a large dose of on ground reality. He likes constant challenges and likes to learn and innovate himself every couple of years. As a free wheeling ‘Mindcaster’ & Observational Marketeer, he embraced

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the social media wave, and is quite active. He writes on Retail, Experiences, Customer Loyalty, Startups, besides reviewing products, services, restaurants on his blog anaggh.com as well as other platforms. He periodically contributes to BW Marketing white book, BW, Business Today, DNA and other publications. He currently is into providing solutions, not a band aid approach that help entrepreneurs, firms create, deliver value. He is a well respected speaker at various forums - TiE, BMA, HeadStart and colleges, besides being on the board of advisors to startups, besides coaching & mentoring Entrepreneurs.

GARAM CHAI & BHAJIAS

Monsoon meant floating paper boats in rain water streams. It was the time when playing in the puddles of water was the best moment of the day. If you did these things, you had the best childhood! To refresh your memories, we tell you our favourite things to do during the rains because the beauty of this monsoon won’t last forever. So get out there, have some fun!

REFLECT & REJUVENATE

STEP OUT The magic of Mumbai rains is like no other season. It is almost as if the city discovers a new spirit all over again. You’ll find crowds of people heading to the promenades and the beaches just to get drenched even though half the city is already flooded! Go out and appreciate the blessing of our wonderful coastline. Just taking a walk around the hood is enough to replenish your soul!

The steam emanating from the middle of the crispy bhajias never looked so good with the rain pouring outside. The accompaniment of hot, steaming cup of adrak chai only adds to the magic.

Monsoons are the perfect time to snuggle up in bed and think for hours about your life plans, friends, work or just about anything. The flooding and

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heavy downpour can turn into a chance for you to kick back and collect your thoughts and gear yourself up for the challenges ahead. BE ONE WITH NATURE We are blessed with ghats very close to the city and the monsoons bring out the beautiful waterfalls at various spots. This makes for the perfect opportunity to head out to the mountains for a little monsoon hike. Or how about just climbing up the steps of our very own Gilbert Hill? The view is sure to leave you spellbound!

“Anyone who says sunshine brings real happiness has never danced in the rains!”

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R E L I V E YO U R C H I L D H O O D

MONSOON MEMORIES

BRINGING THE NEIGHBOURHOOD TOGETHER The favourite thing about the monsoon in a city like Mumbai is that it brings out the best in people. You hear stories about strangers offering a ride, sharing a bottle of water or snack with someone who’s been stranded in traffic or just help a person stuck in the rain. These stories are incredible and so inspiring. The city that never sleeps, pauses to help each other out. Mumbai monsoons are truly magical and evoke the best in each hooder.

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Chembur The Next Restaurant Hub

by Priyam Thakkar

Mumbai! The city of dreams is the Economic and Tourist hub of India. It’s full of dreamers and hard-labourers, starlets and gangsters, stray dogs and exotic birds, artists and servants, fisherfolk and crorepatis (millionaires), and lots and lots of people. But what is everyone’s favourite thing about Mumbai? Food! Mumbai has all types of food places where you can find food dishes from all around the world but there are certain places in Mumbai have come to be known as restaurant hubs. These areas are Colaba, Lower Parel, Bandra and Andheri that have some of the oldest and classiest restaurants in Mumbai. But wait, there is one more place that is coming up with some

Legendz by Lazeez Owned by the owners of Lazeez which is already famous for their sheeshas in Bandra, obviously making Legendz one of the best place for sheeshas in Chembur. Along with the classic minty and fruity flavors this place also serves Fruit sheeshas ! Yes, sheeshas made out of actual fruits. Along with the uniqueness these sheeshas also have amazing new flavors. This place not only masters in sheeshas but also serves of one of the most delectable chicken dishes. All their chicken dishes are marinated perfectly and then cooked making the chicken tender and super-tasty. So, if you planning to visit this place then try the ‘Mixed fruit sheesha’. As far as food is concerned, Malai Murgh Tikka are a must try.

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classic fine dines and restaurants. Chembur ! Yepp, you heard right. There are a lot of new places opened in Chembur in the span of 2 years. More than 75 fine dines, restaurants, pubs and hookah parlours have opened in this time. But the question rises is that can these places compete with some of the top-notch places in Mumbai? The answer is a big ‘Yes’ because most of these places are highly innovative and have their own specialities. While I’ve visited most of these places and the food and ambiance at most of the places is top-notch, these 3 places stand out above all the others.

Singh Saab Located in the Sindhi colony of Chembur, Singh Saab has Punjabi vibes right from its decor to the names of their dishes and their flavours. The most amazing thing about this place are the names of their dishes and drinks on the menu. The names go like ‘Burrraahhhh!!!’ , ‘Desi Tharra’ , ‘Bholi Panjaban’ , ‘Singh Saab Di Talwar’ and many more. Along with ‘desi’ names, the flavours in their starters, subzis, biryanis and desserts have that ‘desiness’ too which makes them unique when compared to most of the fine dines out there. So if you are planning to go on a Mini Punjab dinner trip to this place then make sure you do try these dishes: -Garlic Mushroom Multani -Methi Mutter and Malai -Rose Petal Phirni

Flip Bar and Kitchen The entrees served at Flip are one of the most luscious and appetizing food dishes I have ever eaten and thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s why it is one of the best places in Mumbai. This 6 month year old place has its menu consulted by one of the most genius chef consultants Chef Saif. Besides having some amazing and unique nachos, appetizers and milk shakes; the entrees will definitely steal your heart. They have a continental menu for main course that consists of classic dishes from all over the world. All these dishes consist of a piece of steak, rice, salad and a sauce on the side that makes it a perfect meal. So if you are planning to visit this place, these dishes are one of the best dishes Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve ever had:

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4 Unique Foodie

Picks of the Month Hood: Andheri West

1.for board Paradise game lovers This Cafe in Andheri has more than 150 board games! by Dhruvil Shah. If youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re like me, you would have a drawer full of card and board games as a child. But as we all grew, technology came into picture, and sadly card and board games vanished from our daily lives. Back in our childhood, we used to sit with our friends and play Ludo, Snakes and Ladders, Monopoly, etc . But all those games have been replaced by electronic applications like Clash of Clans and Mini Militia. There are certain cafes in Mumbai that have 4-5 cliche games. But here comes a cafe that comes with an aim to take you away from all electrical gadgets for a couple of hours and have a memorable time with your loved ones. It is a Pair-a-Dice for board game lovers

(pun intended). Pair a Dice Cafe located in Oshiwara in Andheri(West) is a place that brings all those childhood memories back. This cafe has a collection of more than 150 board games! ( They add 10 games every month to their collection). This collection boasts of board games ranging from Snakes and Ladders to the classic Monopoly. There are a lot of new board games like Cartegana, Lords of Vegas, Forbidden Desert and Istanbul as well but there is nothing to worry about if you donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t know how to play these games. The staff at the cafe is well versed with these games and will explain you the rules of these games in no time. You can change as many games

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as you want in the time that you are allotted. The pricing scheme of this cafe is also quite different. They charge per hour per person. But what makes this pricing scheme special is their unique offer. Rs. 350 for upto five hours per person in which you can buy food worth Rs. 150 from the cafe. Pair A Dice Cafe has a small kitchen that serves a variety of appetizers, sandwiches, pizzas, pastas, noodles and shakes. But the hot favourites at this place are their freakshakes, their Mexican Bhel and their Penne Pasta. A theme based cafe usually does not have food up to the mark. But the food served at Pair A Dice is quite tasty.

Hood: Mahim West

The Famous

2. Baba Falooda by Avlon Fonseca

Mumbai is a place with different religions, castes and creeds. But do you know a place where you can find people from all religions, castes and creeds having a good food time? Baba Falooda is that place! One of the best places for Falooda in Mumbai, you’ll find a kid having a nice time with his parents; an old couple having nostalgic memories of their youth sipping the falooda; a young group of friends coming to the place, clicking pictures and uploading them on social media; a group of families coming after dinner for falooda. All types of people are to be found at this place. Who doesn’t love those late night bike rides with friends and loved one; especially when you get an amazing hangout place like Baba Falooda! This place is famous for its amazing milkshakes and faloodas which are almost always sold out before the time they pack up. Baba Falooda is one of Mumbai’s famous dessert destination, this place is so famous that people come from different places just to have a taste of this chilled frozens. If you ever pass by Mahim Khau Gully, Baba Falooda is one place that you just can’t miss. They have varieties in what they serve and delicacies to choose from, all of them are so mesmerizing that the customer ends up buying more than one! This is the perfect place for a falooda, milkshake and Ice-cream lovers. One such creation is the Royal

Falooda topped up with the finest Ice-cream, as it is kulfi wins every customer’s heart. Other specialties include rabdi falooda, dry kulfi falooda, chocolate falooda, baba special falooda and many more. Their prices range from Rs.60 which is cheap and fair enough for the amount of happiness you get while enjoying this ice beauty. Baba falooda is also known as “The Falooda King of Mumbai” because of the amazing quality, variety and the extraordinarily amazing service which is all put in one huge glass of rich flavored falooda which speaks out love as soon as you have the first sip of it with the tastiest kulfi topped on it. Really makes the Ice-cream experience the best one! This place is open till late night around 3.00 am which is a plus point for people having long working hours as well as for the night crawlers. The only thing it lacks for is the sitting area as it does not have one but that barely counts when one is busy enough wit ones falooda. This place is usually crowded because of the fame it has got over the ages. There are people coming over here since a long time and have been loyal customers. The service too is satisfactory and quick which is again a plus point. It’s simply beautiful to come over at this place with your family or friends and see them smile as they enjoy their desserts.

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Hood: Matunga East

3. Udipi Idli

HOUSE

by Mansi Patwari

Have you ever thought of 30 varieties of Idli’s under one roof, doesn’t it sounds amazing, “30 varieties of Idli’s”. And here it is... Have you ever thought of 30 varieties of Idli’s under one roof, doesn’t it sounds amazing, “30 varieties of Idli’s”. And here it is an Idli House in Matunga Central having 30 varieties of their special idli’s. Idli House, a classical yet unique amidst a crowd of southern restaurants in Matunga. It offers a variety of vadad’s too and especially the special chutney and spices of south just gets your mouth watering asking for more. With a generous serving of sambhar and chutney every dish find its way to heart with a golden rule that you can’t waste any food. However the space crunch is bothering. Filter coffee is absolute love. Going there for a fresh morning or after a tiring evening and seriously speaking you won’t be disappointed even for a moment.”Idli House” was started on the eve of Dussehra in the year 2005 by “Satish Rama Nayak”. He also owns “Udipi Stores” and “Udipi Shri Krishna Boarding”. You might be thinking what is so unique about this place, answer is that Idli House has no branches, it is only in Matunga. It is run by Mr. K N Kamath who says that, “We offer only Idli’s that too 30 varieties of them and we have dedicated this place only for it and there’s also one seasonal idli at Idli House which is included in their special idli list. “Butter jackfruit idli” known as “phonsa muddho” is much of a relish in itself, if you are fond of South Indian cuisine you should visit this place once. Idli being the so wanting food of South Indians, it also marks as the healthiest breakfast item to much on every morning. Along with idli’s the other accompaniments

Going there for a fresh morning or after a tiring evening and seriously speaking you won’t be disappointed even for a moment. are chutneys, sesame oil and many more delicious supplementaries. The best thing about this Idli House is that even after being unique and exclusive the rates are quite reasonable and can suit anyone’s pocket. Idli House has been designated with the Certificate of Merit on 4th July 2016. Rashmi

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Uday Singh from Good Food Guide, Bombay Times says that, “Idli House should immediately be renamed as Idli Heaven”. Idli house serves Manglorian Specialities including Mudho (cups of jackfruit leaves), Khotto (cups of kedki leaves) and other regional specialities. Idli House evergreen speciality is its steam hot idli. Idli House has been appreciated by various media channels by complements like “Why go to south for Idli’s”- NDTV (awaz), “story of khotto”- MUMBAI MIRROR, “Anything but round”,“It’s also round”Hindustan Times, “Idli Life”- The Indian “House full on Idlies”- MID DAY. Idli House has been designated by the title “I Ate Here Awards” by mouthshut.com in the year 2014-15.

Hood: Kandivali West

4. Ice Cream Pakoda Vala by Sebin Anson

Have you ever wondered what it would be like to have your lunch in the form of an ice-cream? It may soon become a reality with the help of Monika ice-cream’s eccentric flavors. The top most flavors in the variety list include karela(bitter gourd), adrak(ginger), nimbu(lemon) and even mirchi(chilies). Whereas their special items that make the customers coming back for more include the peru(guava) ice-cream and the ice-cream pakoda. The peru ice-cream is served with sprinkled chili powder on top just the way we eat guava cut sprinkled with chili powder .The taste is simply mind-blowingly. The Ice-cream pakoda consists of a waffle like crusty sphere which is fried in oil for a few seconds then filled in with ice-cream and served with a generous topping of chocolate sauce. Now it’s up to you to decide whether it is served hot or cold. It’s a pity that this dessert can’t be home delivered but that doesn’t stop the customers from coming over to have these delicacies again and again. This delight is available for 60 rupees only (current price). This franchise which started in Vapi, Gujarat over 19 years ago, is now flourishing in virar (address: Shop no. 1, Poonam Supreme apart., opp. New Viva College, near D-mart, Virar (w) Palghar-401303. (Mumbai)), is owned by Mr.Ramesh Jamnadas Lotiya and his staff Mr. Arjun Bhagwan, its been two whole years that they have been making their customers leave with satisfaction and a smile on their faces. They start at around 10:30 am in the morning while the rush hour usually starts at 7:30 pm and extends up to 11:30 pm at night. Even though the shop closes at 11 pm they are always ready to do a bit more for their customers. Initially they had difficulty getting customers as no one knew about it. They placed countless advertisements in local newspapers but all went in

Have you ever wondered what it would be like to have your lunch in the form of an icecream?

vain. But as and when people started trying it, the products lived up to mark and the spread of word got into actions. Now he doesn’t even have to advertise since the regulars keep coming and people from nearby station

hearing about it also come around and give a try. Their regulars mostly constitute of families coming together to grab a dessert after dinner. That’s not even the end of this, they prepare exotic seasonal or festival based icecreams which stands out than any other sweet dish to try for after dinner. For instance the motichoor ice-creams during the Ganpati festival, and our Bengali ’Rosgolla’ ice-cream also the Gulab Jamun ice-creams are prepared during diwalis and other festivities. They also serve the all-time favorite pani-puri ice-cream with a spike of chat masala. They even accept party orders. They are quite content with the way things are going on so there are no thoughts on expanding the business as of now, as they wish to serve the people of Virar in a full-fledged way. We look forward to their more eccentric flavors which will definitely tickle our taste buds. Hoping for the customers to leave with a smile on their faces in the following years to come.

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Vile Parle Premier League Season 7 Vile Parle Premier League Season 7 started on the 13th of May, 2017. The first day saw an average attendance of 1700, which also enjoyed the dance performance by Arpita Step Up dance academy and theme songs of the teams playing in the league. The league witnessed a season filled with loads of goals that awe-struck the players and spectators alike, including an overhead goal by Shamshad, a player from Kerala scoring first of such kind in the history of the league; his audacious effort was loved by one and all. The Junior League, Youth League and Girls’ League which were played in the scorching heat and fiery sun were cheered up locals supporting them in such harsh conditions.

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...and strikers on fire, it was impossible to be seated on the stands, one twist here, a good...

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On the final day, the crowd turnout was more than 2000 and with folks bringing in drums and trumpets, the atmosphere was maddening. Parle Xenons outwitted Parle Indians in the penalties to announce themselves champions of championship division and celebrated their promotion to premier league with a bash! Next up was the exhibition match between National level blind football tournament 2017, Bangalore’s winners – Team A Aaisha and Team B Aaisha of Maharashtra. The blind girls’ teams gave an outstanding performance, scoring goals that they felt but unfortunately couldn’t see. This touched the crowd’s heart, for which it gave a standing ovation to the players. The message that those players weren’t disabled but actually differently able was conveyed to everyone with a live example. The finals for which everyone was waiting for finally kicked off at 8:30 pm. Parle Messiahs Vs. Parle Knights was one of the most intense finals the league ever saw. With both teams having their goalkeepers in top form and strikers on fire, it was impossible to be seated on the stands, one twist here, a good pass there, strong shoot, gasp! Such was the story of every attempt made by both the teams in a goalless first half. Then came that moment in the second half, when Vinod, the striker of Parle Messiahs proved to be the Messiah for his team, as he beautifully beat the keeper with his ball going towards the top corner. A magnificent goal. That goal earned him the match ball.

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Safety

Mumbai Local Trains by Pooja Kochar

An average Mumbaikar spends 2 hours commuting on a daily basis. We are lucky to have a robust local train network that connects the city from one end to another but how long will we be able to sustain considering the number of commuters increase by more than 10 folds and the trains donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t. Those familiar faces you see every morning comfort you. The pace, at which you jump into a moving train and the skill of making your way out in one piece with all your belongings, is an art. Women in this city have somehow made peace with this chaos but the situation is getting more suffocating and unsafe with every passing month. For a woman who leaves her house at 7 AM and returns after almost 12 hours in the evening, security in local trains is not

a trivial issue. Maybe you are lucky enough to have never encountered an unpleasant incident but that doesnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t mean it doesnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t happen. We need collective strength to fight this nuisance. The government is making an attempt to make train commutes safe by allocating a police constable in the ladies compartment during late-night trains but is this enough? Most of the cameras installed are damaged and have received a lukewarm response from the commuters. The number of sexual harassment and eve teasing cases has almost doubled. I am not saying that the authorities are not trying but we need some practical measures urgently. The gap between the crime and reporting is so long that most of the cases are never solved.

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We asked the women of Mumbai for suggestions with respect to making train commute safe and convenient, here are a few interesting ideas that could be explored at the earliest.

More space The authorities should increase the frequency of ladies special trains during peak hours, or increase the number of ladies compartments. When women represent 50 % of the vibe of this city, why not give them equality in terms of their daily commute? We definitely need more space on the harbor and central line trains.

Involve women to drive initiatives Involve women in your initiatives and safety drives. Most of the initiatives introduced by the Railway Protection Force (RPF) and Government Railway Police Force (GRPF) go unnoticed due to lack of involvement from women. The more women talk and discuss about the security helplines and safety measures, the more natural it will seem to them at the time of panic.

Use of intelligent technology We have conveniently moved to the digital world. Everything has a GPS and App function. Use of intelligent technology in the form of quick safety alert features, location alert, and free WiFi in the local trains is an effective way of reaching out to the officials. Official apps introduced in the past are not very functional. Also, poor connectivity and lack of WiFi in the compartments makes them very difficult to navigate quickly.

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The gap between the crime and reporting is so long that most of the cases are never solved....

Current efforts made by the authorities are in the right direction but they need to reach out to the right people with the correct context to make a difference. Mumbai has given me a lot of strength of character and that gives me the confidence to raise my voice on behalf of women whoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s issues need to be addressed on priority. We are ready to work with the government to make a difference. July 2017 | Volume 3 Issue 4 | Living Local Mumbai 21

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The page was started with an aim to curate the best experiences and unique things the city of Mumbai has to offer, during Dec’14. They are an experiential platform that helps to discover different Things to do in Mumbai by visual storytelling.

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The sole motive behind starting this account in 2009 was Saylee’s teenage obsession towards everything from Harry Potter to Jonas Brothers. Getting up-close and ‘virtually’ personal with her favourite celebrities is what I had in mind, and that did happen with me getting RTs, replies and even follows from them. “What basically started off as a strictly personal account, @saylee_padwal has now grown into a brand of its own. I still get asked – Why didn’t you take up a more unique username? Well, I did. What could be more unique than being yourself? Under saylee_padwal, I now tweet about food, movies, cricket, music, everything Mumbai-related, and occasionally personal rants.”

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Huffington Post - Number 1 in top 15 Instagrammers of India. The page was started on 28th March and started just for the love for food. We feature everything from street food to royal dining and we also post homemade dishes.

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Mangaaoo is the first Food Ordering app in Mumbai to deliver across from Churchgate to Bandra & from Bandra to Borivali. They are currently catering to restaurants from Lower Parel, Churchgate, Bandra, and Borivali. We got all your hunger pangs covered with our Ninjas making sure to get your ultimate cravings at your desk/ home. Mangaaoo provides a wide range of cuisines from Chinese to Italian to North Indian and Desserts. From best restaurants like Lucky’s Biryani, Jimmy Boy, Charcoal Biryani, Bombay Barbeque, Pan of Asia, Jaffer Bhai’s Delhi Darbar, Quattro’s & more. Enjoy the best burger from Leopold cafe and innovative street food from Spice Klub.

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July 2017

THIS MONTH

July is the seventh month of the year (between June and August) in the Julian and Gregorian Calendars and the fourth month to have the length of 31 days. It was named by the Roman Senate in honor of the Roman general, Julius Cæsar, it being the month of his birth. Prior to that, it was called Quintilis

When July 8 at 6:00PM Where St. Andrew’s Auditorium, Bandra West

100 YEARS OF

ELLA FITZGERALD

As the First Lady of Song - Ella Jane Fitzgerald celebrates her centennial year world over, The Bombay Jazz Club is honoured to pay tribute to her as part of the ZiziLand Jazz Festival, Mumbai 2017. Known as the queen of Jazz, Ella was noted for her purity of tone, impeccable diction, phrasing and intonation, and a “horn-like” improvisational ability, particularly in her scat singing. Having made her mark in the Jazz scene early on with the Chick Webb Orchestra, she entered her solo career in 1942 which lasted to the end of her life. Artists: Samantha Edwards, D.Wood (Bass), Karim Ellaboudi (Keys), Aron Nyiro (Drums)

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When July 14 – July 16 Where Taj Lands End, Band Stand, Bandra (W)

TIMES GLAMOUR

2017

Plan your July July 1 Doctor’s Day July 6 World Zoonoses Day July 11 World Population Day

Times Glamour, the acclaimed jewellery exhibition is proud to announce its 16th aniverssary edition on 14th/15th/16th July 2017 Taj Lands End, Mumbai, Mumbai. Being the largest jewellery exhibition in India; the focus is on rare coloured gemstones, bold designs, unique craftsmanship and one-off high-end jewellery and timepieces that were showcased by the most eminent jewellery houses.

KAHAANIYA

A STORYTELLING OPEN MIC

When July 11 at 8 PM 10 PM Where Tuning Fork - Comedy & Music Cafe, Khar west

The theme for this event is “mixed bag” so tell us anything that you want to share with us! The time you witnessed something life changing or a tinder date gone wrong, a creepy incident that will give us goosebumps or a memory that makes you laugh. Remember, 1) This event is for personal, first person stories ONLY. 2) The length of the story should not exceed 5 minutes. 3) If you wish to tell a story, please write to us at contact@tapeatale.com. We will shortlist 8 stories that get the spotlight and 2 stories will be picked by our host from the Tale Tellers Box on the day of the event! July 2017 | Volume 3 Issue 4 | Living Local Mumbai 25

When :July 11 at 7.00pm Where Prithvi Theatre, Janki Kutir, Juhu

KAIFI AZMI URDU MEHFIL

THE DESIGN

AT PRITHVI IN MUMBAI

The gathering is especially meant for new lovers of Urdu who may not read or write the language but love to listen to it and delve deeper into it. This May Mehfil we celebrate the works of celebrated Urdu poet Padma Shri Kaifi Azmi. His poems celebrate love, compassion and human equality. When 9 July at 11:00–16:30 Where The XVII Shop no.1, Darvesh Royale, Perry Road, Bandra West

KWIKSPELL

THE HARRY POTTER QUIZ

SQUARE

When July 13 at 11 AM - 7 PM Where The St. Regis Mumbai, Lower Parel

The Design Square has always been associated with creative exhibitors who display unique items which adds more glamour to our exhibitions. The Design Square by Marriage Mantra, has recently emerged as one of the most popular exhibitions because of its modern yet Indian touch. Be a part of one of the most sought after Exhibitions of festive season - The Design Square - Style. Vogue. Shopping on 13th July at The St. Regis, Mumbai.

Been in the company of Muggles for wayyyy too long? Feel like you’re slowly turning into a Squib? Worry not, we got your back Potterheads! 31st July is almost here, and the Boy Who Lived turns a year older !! Let’s begin the celebrations with this one-of-a-kind quizzing event for all you Hermiones (cough! “know it alls” cough!) So put on your Sorting, oops! Thinking Hats and join in. There are cash prizes and Harry Potter goodies to be won. Dress up as your favorite wizard, witch or magical creature and walk away with a surprise prize for the Best Dressed participant. Registrations OPEN! Only 45 teams can participate in this fast paced and fun-filled quiz. So hurry up and grab your spot before its gone. 26

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KNOW YOUR HOOD 1 FILM

CITY Filmcity was established in 1977 is one of the largest studio complex in India. It has virtually every facility that a film-maker needs, which makes it the ultimate destination for every discerning producer, it includes a temple, prison, lake, mountains, fountains, villages, picnic spots, garden and even a man-made waterfall.

HOOD GOREGAON WEST

MAHALAXMI

RACECOURSE Built in 1883 and modelled on the Caulfield Racecourse in Melbourne, it is spread over land facing the sea. It was originally donated by Sir Cusrow N Wadia and today it is on lease from the Municipal Corporation of Greater Mumbai (MCGM) to Royal Western India Turf Club which runs the racecourse.

HOOD MAHALAXMI

3 KHAU

GALLI The most prominent food spot â&#x20AC;&#x153;Khau Galliâ&#x20AC;? is part of the VallabhBaugh Lane that begins at Mahatma Gandhi Road is famous among the locals as well Mumbaikars with a footfall approx. 200 daily.

HOOD GHATKOPAR EAST

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NEW OPENINGS

Hood: Juhu

Razzberry Rhinoceros (Re)Opens Its Doors

Nostalgic Charm with A Revived Spirit If you’re a kid who grew up in the 80’s music scene, there’s no way you could’ve missed the legendary ‘Razzberry Rhinoceros’. Piccadily Group brings back to you, Razzberry Rhinoceros’s sentimental charm as it was actually supposed to be in today’s date and age. Directors Neeren and Nitin Tewari – the brother duo with extensive experience in the F & B industry have mindfully planned each detail to embrace the natural beachscape while retaining some of the old time charm. Razzberry Rhinoceros has created five unique food & beverage experiences.

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The Bistro section, with whitewashed brick walls and comfortable seating, is a perfect place for meals. A corner ‘Wine and Coffee’ bar has just the right aromas wafting through as one enjoys comfort Mediterranean food or a game of pool. The bistro easily flows from a casual working and lunch section in the day to a cosy dinner space at night. The Patio spills over to the outside and offers everything that the bistro does for those who need to be closer to nature and the sea. The kitchen has been advised and mentored by Chef Ranveer Brar who has helped create the menus at Razzberry Rhinoceros that matches the feel of the different sections & different epochs of the day. ‘Razz Bar’, “The Spirit of the Spirits”, has been designed to accommodate working and lunch crowd in the day and standing audience for live gigs and acoustic performances in the evenings. Here, the menu is centred around modern Indian food with a focus on flavours and seasoning. Nitin Tewari brings all his mixology expertise to the bar-top by curating a menu that pairs excellently with the food. Divided into two sections, ‘Yesterday’s Legends’ focuses on classic cocktails like Whiskey Sour and Tom Collins while ‘Tomorrow’s Tales’ gives cocktails with a ‘Razz twist.

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Just above the Razz lounge, a member’s only section offers exclusive tables with butler service and a stunning view of the sea. Nothing at Razzberry Rhinoceros will be complete without mentioning the sea and ‘The Deck’ transports one straight into ‘Daycation’ mode, completing the beachfront experience with wooden floors and casual seating. And what’s a good view without fruity, colourful cocktails? Just like the ocean, the new Razzberry Rhinoceros chooses to flow freely. From the music to the lighting, each element here comes together in diverse ways to create the perfect sense of harmony. From acoustic performances to bands and DJs, the programming will have fluidity. The space also plans to incorporate activities like yoga, belly dancing and jam sessions along with private events. Come for the view or the little piece of nostalgia you left behind in the early 2000’s. Either way, the new Razzberry Rhinoceros is sure to make you come charging back for more.

Venue Details Address - Razzberry Rhinoceros, Juhu Hotel, Airport Area, Juhu, Mumbai, Maharashtra - 400047 Timings - Everyday, 12 noon to 1 am Contact - +91 7400402604/05

Hood: Lower Parel

Mojo’s Bistro Pritina Shrestha, Yug Tuli and Siddharth Mahadevan have launched Mojo’s Bistro in Kamala Mills, Mumbai . Touted to be the largest outdoor terrace and rooftop lounge in the area; Mojo’s Bistro promises to be a real shot in the arm of Mumbai’s dining scene! The supreme vision of these three proactive youngsters will witness Mojo’s Bistro having the first aerially suspended stage in Mumbai on its premises! A place that holds equal appeal in the eyes of students, young professionals, corporate linchpins and showbiz folk alike; Mojo’s Bistro stands

out in its target audience positioning. Furthermore; the entire experience of dining, socialising and networking in the picturesque rooftop environs of a vast, sprawling space...in the enviable company of sumptuous food and delicious cocktails will leave all visiting patrons yearning for more. They have roped in Chef Vishal Chand n ani as their Head Chef who is guaranteed to whip up a smorgasbord of satiating fusion treats! Mojo’s Bistro also sets itself apart by being one of the few dining establishments in the city which hosts

pet-friendly activities on weekends whilst also enthralling its customers with musical acts and performances by established and emerging talents over the weekends. Talk about something for everybody! This isn’t just another place that shows up on your now quintessential restaurant discovery app. This is Mojo’s Bistro that is sure to not just create a niche for itself

Venue Details

Address: Level 2, Kamla Trade House, Kamla Mills, Lower Parel, Mumbai Timing: 12 Noon to 1:30 AM Contact:+91 7768888800

Hood: Bandra West

Buddha Bowl Introducing, Buddha Bowl, a unique take-out establishment that combines quality ingredients with traditional recipes from across the continent to provide each customer with a gourmet experience in a box. They use organic and healthy ingredients and offer an array of well balanced salads and curries. The menu caters to the modern Indian palate, comprising a wide variety of salad bowls and Curries from across Asia. At Buddha Bowl the cooking is based on the two pillars of simplicity and harmony and so the method of preparation follows these principles. Nutritional balance is central to the preparation of these dishes. Each of these are prepared by maintaining the delicate balance of hues and flavours, such that each meal must have a balance of 5 different hues and flavours.

Venue Details Timings - 12 noon to 3 pm and 7 pm to 11.30 pm. Address - Bazaar Road, Bandra West Delivery radius/areas - Bandra West, Khar West & BKC Contact: 1) +91 9769983183 2) +91 9769981384 July 2017 | Volume 3 Issue 4 | Living Local Mumbai 29

INITIATIVES

The mission of Katalyst is to provide an enabling environment through specific development interventions and mentors, to build women leaders who are economically and socially empowered. Its core values include Integrity, Commitment, Achievement Orientation, Gratitude and Humanity. The main objectives are to prepare each Katalyst girl with knowledge,

skills and attitude to succeed in life, to increase the earning and independent financial decision making capacity of each Katalyst girl leading to economic development, to prepare to do better in their job and career so that they grow in their organisation and become leaders, to be problem solvers, make informed choices and independent decision makers, to work towards making each Katalyst girl to be socially responsible and give back to society all good that they have received from others.

focuses on supporting its students through mentorship, development interventions, financial support, laptops and medical insurance, internship and placements, industrial visit and guest lectures so that students perform well in their academics, develop leadership, get better placements and salary package, grow in their career and become responsible citizens. The trainings are offered in Social skills which include English language and communication skills, interpersonal skills, improving self confidence, self defence and managerial skills which include corporate etiquette, presentation skills, aptitude, resume writing, group discussion, interview, corporate culture and also technical skills including internet etiquette and research, programming languages and applications. The training calendar is based on the college calendar and would be after college hours, mainly on weekends and holidays. And as a part of a training, some companies organize workshops and outbound for which a set of Katalyst students are invited.

Katalyst believes that, “Everyone can rise above their circumstances and achieve success if they are dedicated to and passionate about what they do”. Katalyst program

Katalyst program intervention also includes “Annual Convention Goa” for Katalyst students which is organized every year where students in Katalyst get a chance to

Katalyst

winds of change by Mansi Patwari

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bond with one another. They also get an opportunity to hear and interact with leaders from various sectors through panel discussions, and program supporters such as mentors and donors. Katalyst reaches out to students with the support of college partners Veermata Jijabai Technological Institute (VJTI), Institute of Chemical Technology (ICT), Sardar Patel Institute of Technology (SPIT), Somaiya College in Mumbai, College Of Engineering Pune (COEP), Cummins College for women, Vishwakarma Institute of Technology (VIT) in Pune and Nitte Meenakshi Institute of Technology (NMIT), University Visvesvaraya College of Emgineering (UVCE) in Bangalore. At Katalyst, they believe that practical experience is important form of learning. An opportunity to do an internship makes students apply their academic learning and make them aware about the corporate life, culture, professional etiquette and expectations. Industrial visits and corporate workshops are arranged to expose them to different manufacturing and service processes, know the human resource and material requirement, and understand the company culture. Financial support is given based on the academic performance, training attendance, mentor interaction, participation in extracurricular activities, leadership and volunteering for Katalyst program. This is how Katalyst wants to be winds of change.

Human

Library Mumbai

Human Library Mumbai’s first event itself witnessed a foot fall of more than 450 eager readers and the broad selection of 13 books provided Mumbaikars with ample choice to challenge their stereotypes and neutralize their prejudices. The readers took advantage of this opportunity - leaving books, librarians, organizers & readers amazed at the impact of HLM. The librarians found the books to fly off the shelves in the first 15 minutes of registration. The books wereoff the shelves, not to be restocked by 5:45 pm. The main aim of this event was to neutralize the negative connotations or stigmas attached to certain situations in our societies. Some of the prejudices covered at the event were gender bias, sexual identity, professional bias, molestation, religious identity and body image

“Don’t judge? a book by its cover” How many times have you read this quote and really faced the challenges of its production? We at Human Library use this as our anthem and our value! The Human Library is a revolutionary movement which originated in Denmark and now has its presence in more than 70 countries. It was started 12 years ago as an antiviolence initiative. Initially, it was restricted to peer-to-peer discussions about prejudices and violence in the society but today it’s a place to bridge the gap between people both inside and outside the ring of prejudices. It is a place where real people as “books” are on loan to readers and where difficult questions are expected, appreciated, discussed and answered.

How many times have you read this quote and really faced the challenges of its production? We at Human Library use this as our anthem and our value!

The Human Library Mumbai (HLM) is an extension of the organisation in Mumbai. Mumbai, a thriving metropolis bears people from various cultures, religions, occupations. You won’t find a more diverse city in India! Here, everyone has a story to tell. This city is the epitome of embracing diversity and so it becomes the best place to hold a classroom without walls.

How does it work? HLM works towards creating personal dialogue between a ‘BOOK’ and a ‘READER’. Just like any public library, we have ‘BOOKS’ or people who are at the brim of prejudices and we have ‘READERS’- people who are willing to challenge their mental frameworks and listen to their respective books. We tap into various boxes of prejudices like July 2017 | Volume 3 Issue 4 | Living Local Mumbai 31

sexuality, occupation, lifestyle, religion, culture etc. On a decided day a “reader” comes into the library and gets a library card which directs him to his “book”. A reader has the experience of listening to someone’s life story first hand, take in the rollercoaster of emotions ranging from hard hitting grit,, successes, failures, hopes and the list goes on. It leaves a life changing impact on the reader and the book. They discuss the topics that you wouldn’t talk about at a supermarket or family dinners.

Who is it for? EVERYONE and ANYONE. Anyone who is lifelong learner. Anyone who Facebook page @humanlibrarymumbai. They can also be reached at humanlibrarymumbai@gmail.com . Where will these events take place: Across the city, at public places. Who can attend: This event is free for all

Human Library Team: Founder: Andaleeb Qureshi Members: Nicky Mansuri, Priyanka Pimpale, Priya Dabholkar, Sahiban Crasto, Shailaja Nakahre, Sharaf Zaidi, Shruti Nair, Surmeet Kaur, Mayur Ramteke, Bhakti Mahmbre, Jitesh Doshi, Soham Sil, Ajinkya Bhonde is brave enough to challenge their judgments of others and of things that we merely don’t understand. Anyone who is looking to broaden their perspective and open their minds to things that people find comfort in running away from. It is also for people who face these judgments and feel the need to let others know their story. It is for people who understand the challenges of being boxed in and want to fight for their respective boxes.

HLM is scheduled to take place every month in the city. More information on upcoming events and for registration as ‘Books’ or ‘Readers’ is available on their

What is the outcome? A change. A change in perspectives or thinking or attitude or acceptance or even just silent tolerance of the “other”, of the side that we may not be able to understand. The main aim that HLM strives to achieve is driving away the several invisible prejudices that separate us.

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TAROTSCOPE

SCORPIO

(October 23rd November 22nd):

YOUR FORECAST FOR THE MONTH OF JULY 2017

THE YEAR AHEAD FOR CANCER Happy Birth Anniversary! Keep walking on your chosen path; you are on the right track. Once you reach your goal, it will far exceed your expectations. Look after your health in familiar ways. Finances will require alertness, but overall, there is no cause for worry. (Please note: The guide uses Zodiac Signs according to date of birth, and not according to your Sun Sign, Moon Sign or Ascendant. There is no cusp.)

ARIES (March 21st-April 20th): July will be exciting and potentially speed-cruise. You can handle it, of course. Remember to be inclusive in all your actions because people around you can help far more than you expect. Also, practice the virtue of patience. There is a lot to gain from it. Health will be good with regular exercise and familiar routines. Finances will be stable.

LEO (July 22nd-August 22nd): July will be an active month for you. However, do not try to make everything meaningful, as most events will be about others. Instead, focus on increasing your database of knowledge and information. Cultivate gravitas. Health will benefit from physical activities. Finances will be good though expenses increase.

TAURUS (April 21st-May 20th): July will throw up uneasy events, but with a little help from reliable friends, you have just what it takes to come out on top. You will surprise yourself with your resourcefulness. Keep hold of that wisdom. Health will be good through lots of exercise and some downtime. Finances will be stable.

VIRGO (August 23rd-September 22nd): July will be an enlivening month for you. Many things will be exactly as only you can handle, thus making opportunity for you to shine. Remember to use everybody’s experiences as your database of wisdom, and not just your own. Health will benefit from outdoor activities and meditation. Finances will be good. Do indulge yourself occasionally.

GEMINI (May 21st-June 20th): July will be highly satisfying in a lot of ways. Be alert that you will need to be compassionate towards others who are not having as good a time. Make space for variety, even if you have not asked for it. Your quick wit will be quite useful most days. Health will benefit from regular exercise. Finances will remain stable. CANCER (June 21st-July 21st): July will need you to rely on people you trust for wisdom about how to handle things. Eventually, your intuition will prove very helpful, but try to take action with reliable consensus, rather than going it alone. Health will benefit from regular exercise, both physical and mental. Finances will be fairly well.

LIBRA

(September 23rd-October 22nd):

July’s challenges will be entertaining, and will demand your goodhumoured self to show up. You have plenty of friends in the right places, so ask for help even when you think you can handle things yourself. This is not weakness; this is showing people you appreciate their abilities. Health will benefit from being careful about your digestion. Finances will be stable.

MOHINI BASU is a Tarot Card reader, Hypnotherapist and Life Coach. She can be contacted on mohini.tarot@yahoo.com. Her website is theredfoxanddeerlady. wordpress.com.

July will bring you challenges that you are capable of sailing through. Even when things surprise you, know that your experiences are your resources, as well as everything you have already achieved. Friends of similar attitudes will be a big help. Physical activities will enhance good health. Finances will be fairly stable. SAGITTARIUS (November 23rdDecember 21st): July will have goings-on that will interest you greatly. Also, you will be in a good place to handle most of what comes your way. However, people you interact with will now teach you more patience than you expect. Health will be good with a conscious effort to stay light both physically and mentally. Finances will be fairly good. CAPRICORN (December 22nd–January 19th): July will see you in fine fettle, and that is necessary, as a lot will be happening. Your ability to lead with a level head will save many days. Do look for wisdom in your past experiences. A job well done will be your reward. Health will be good with a bit of care about food. Finances will be good, though there will be more of necessary expenses. AQUARIUS (January 20th–February 18th): July will need you to buckle down and be focussed on your own higher ideal, at all times. A lot will seem to be happening, yet not much will be conclusive. This, too, is a necessary zone. Try to be aware of the bigger picture. Health will benefit with mindfulness practice. Finances will be fairly good. PISCES (February 19th-March 20th): July will demand a lot of patience from you, but by the end of the month, you will feel much more vindicated. Practise keeping your focus in the present moment on stressful days. Look for simple solutions to even complex situations. Call on people you think are wise. Health will benefit from sticking to the familiar routine. Finances will be stable.

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Trivia

Test your Mumbai Knowledge with these quick questions

The temple of Mumbadevi from where the name Mumbai is derived is located in -

This domed building in Worli houses an art gallery, restaurant, library and also a centre of logical study for students and amateur scientists of astronomy and space science.

Due to the nature of businesses held in Hiranandani, which Hood is referred to as India’s Silicon Valley?

Which service started as a part-time police function in 1855?

This Hood is also referred to as the “Beverly Hills of Bollywood”

This railway station was built more than 100 years ago in 1907, then known as Khandolee.

Mumbai had been a traditional stronghold and birthplace of which political party?

The Kanheri Caves in Borivali were excavated in the mid-third century BCE, served as an important centre of which religion in Western India during ancient times?

Mumbai is home to Asia’s oldest newspaper, which has been published in Gujarati since 1822 named?

10 Which is the only Suburb in Mumbai which has a forest on the east (Sanjay Gandhi National Park) & mangrove forests in Gorai, in the west? It also has two rivers which pass through it; the Dahisar river and Poinsur river.

No cheating 1. Bhuleshwar area in South Mumbai 2. Nehru Planetarium 3. Powai 4. Bombay fire brigade 5. Kandivali Railway Station 6. Buddhism 7. Bombay Samachar 8. Juhu 9. Indian National Congress 10. Borivali

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