Airports India November 2018

Official Magazine of the Airports Authority of India

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Chairman's Message and air navigation planning, development and implementation. The objective was to encompass the executions of operational improvements such as technology, operational concepts and roadmaps, from the conceptual phase until development, in a cost-effective manner.

Dr. Guruprasad Mohapatra Chairman, AAI

Dear Readers, The Indian Aviation Industry is thriving and showing prolific gains. The vision of the Indian Aviation Industry is to provide air passengers with an environment that is safe, secure, reasonable and sustainable while travelling. Standing firm to its commitments, India’s aviation sector is able to deliver world-class services by investing in skill development and an efficient and friendly staff. India is one of the promising aviation markets where a vast majority of people are keen to travel for both work and leisure via air and Airports Authority of India (AAI) substantiates the availability of all the services to the flyers along with imperative security.

Making air travelling a lot less complicated process, AAI has connected all the stakeholders involved in a seamless travel course by employing technology for passenger’s convenience and security. The Ministry of Civil Aviation has come up with DigiYatra, a technological intervention, which envisages a connected ecosystem based on a biometric digital processing of passengers. DigiYatra is a facial recognition system having a centralised registration process for passengers that AAI intends to roll out initially at Kolkata, Varanasi, Pune and Vijayawada Airports by June 2019.

AAI participated in the 13th Air Navigation Conference, a formal International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) meet at Montreal, Canada, that was themed “From Development to Implementation.” The conference provided an outlook for the Member States and aviation stakeholders to work on the global strategies for safety 4

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Developing an airport is directly proportional to the boost in the local economic expansion as it creates jobs, attract new businesses and helps flourish tourism. To expand this network, AAI and the United Nations Development Program (UNDP) have together signed a Letter of Intent (LoI) building a new partnership to enhance livelihood opportunities and provide better living standards to communities living close to airports in India.

Ude Desh Ka Aam Naagrik (UDAN), the Regional Air Connectivity Scheme since its launch in April last year has been continuing its flight of rise. Till date, more than 7.5 lakh passengers have been served by 15,723 flights under UDAN. Hundred routes have been operationalised as UDAN now connects more than 35 Tier-II and Tier-III Indian cities. Adding another feather in its cap, the first commercial flight under UDAN landed at Pakyong Airport, Sikkim, from Kolkata and was received with water

AAI’s Indore and Ahmedabad Airports were conferred with the prestigious National Tourism Awards 2016-17 cannon salute. At 4500 ft above sea level, the Pakyong Airport is among the five highest airports in India and is also a gateway to the states of Northeast.

Keeping the tradition of winning laurels alive, AAI’s Tirupati Airport has been adjudged the Best Tourism Friendly Airport for the year 2017-18 by Andhra Pradesh Tourism. The lush green environs of the airport speaks volume about AAI’s concern for a greener tomorrow.

AAI, on the special occasion on Gandhi Jayanti, participated in the Swachhata hi

Sewa campaign at all its airports. It focused on contributing a little towards a cleaner India. As part of the campaign, multiple cleanliness drives were organised along with tree plantations. All these initiatives, garnered cheers and praises from both the AAI employees and travellers alike.

Gandhian ideology adopted by the current government’s vision of a “New India” has been extensively covered in this issue.

It gives me immense pleasure to share that AAI’s Devi Ahilya Bai Holkar Airport, Indore, and Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport, Ahmedabad, were conferred with the prestigious National Tourism Awards 2016-17 on the World Tourism Day. The Ahmedabad Airport received the Best Airport Award in ‘Major Cities’ category and The Indore Airport received the Best Airport Award in ‘Rest of India’ category for promotion of Tourism by the Ministry of Tourism, Government of India AAI continues to proactively promote sports, we co-sponsored the first Goa International Open Grandmaster Chess Tournament 2018. The tournament gathered participation from nearly 1,200 players from India and abroad. AAI has always vigorously encouraged sports either by participating or sponsoring various sports-related schemes and scholarships.

This issue will let you know more about the 21st India International Security Expo 2018 organised on October 5-7 by the India Trade Promotion Organization at Pragati Maidan, New Delhi. For the very first time, AAI exhibited its futuristic airports' experience and familiarised first-time flyers with the security equipment and process.

AAI pavilion was adjudged one of the best and also won Silver medal for the best showcased pavilion at the event.

AAI’s Belagavi Airport has adapted to the Green India initiative well. This issue appraises you with their work and also introduces various local artwork and initiatives undertaken by the airport.

As the festivities continue to bring joy and fortune to all of us, AAI looks forward to play a significant part in letting you meet your loved ones this season. Here’s wishing a happy and joyous time to all!

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Inbound

Witness the allure of Warangal and its gleaming history

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Nainital in Uttarakhand is a jewel in the Himalayan belt

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Aurangabad is steeped in history, art and culture

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Facts about Vadodara Airport, the gateway to Gujarat

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@ANSHUL_DAVE Influencing so many lives is one of @AAI_Official virtue. @aaiidrairport is also playing its part by creating a Green Corridor for organ transportation. @AMITABHSHUBENDU

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Great to see awesome use of modern technology by @AAI_Official for building the Pakyong Airport in Sikkim.

Delectable treats to spruce up your Diwali with flavour and taste

@_urbanmatters - Heartening to see this mini book collection/library at Pune Airport - jointly managed by #AAI and Sewa International Akshar Bharati - passengers can now read while waiting for a flight @AAI_Official @jayansinha Airports in India have all undergone a massive architectural and operational overhaul – a hurried trip and @kolkataAirport was like enjoying the same charm as any European Airports along with much superlative food options. @AAI_Official @SHAIBALGIRI

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Gearing up for Hockey WC Odisha prepares itself with an industrial conclave, an art trail and a cultural extravaganza featuring Shah Rukh Khan, AR Rehman for the Odisha Men’s Hockey World Cup Bhubaneswar 2018 The Odisha government has roped in Oscar winning music composer A.R Rahman for composing the Official World Cup Song titled ‘Jai Hind Hind, Jai India’ for the upcoming Odisha Hockey Men’s World Cup 2018. The song will not only have pulsating rhythm but it will also have the magic of poetry as celebrated lyricist-poet Gulzar has penned the lyrics for the song. There are now less than 50 days to go until this year’s Odisha Hockey Men’s World Cup Bhubaneswar in India.

Host city Bhubaneswar is gearing up with a number of activities to engage fans ahead of the 14th edition of the tournament, which opens on November 28. The Odisha Tourism as host partner of the Odisha Hockey Men’s World Cup Bhubaneswar 2018 unveiled an exclusive campaign for the Hockey Men’s World Cup titled ‘Odisha

by Morning, Hockey by Evening’.

The campaign was unveiled during the Women’s Hockey World Cup in London on the iconic London buses. It is being promoted nationally via OOH and social media. The campaign was promoted at the various roadshows and tourism events both nationally and globally (Malaysia, Bangkok). Exclusive Hockey Men’s World Cup packages for the incoming visitors have also been floated around. The Odisha Tourism also signed a MoU with Oyo Rooms to increase the inventory of rooms on its platform and endeavour to take onboard the hotels and home stays in Odisha to accommodate enhanced demand during the tournament. The Odisha Tourism signed a content partnership With TripAdvisor to boost inflow of tourists ahead of the World Cup.

The tourism board is further supporting the Bhubaneswar Art Trail (BAT), a unique art initiative in the country, aiming at creating a creative space around the Old Town (which is often described as the ‘a treasure trove of time since 6th century CE’), and introducing art to the public in such a mystic setting and maverick air.

In many ways, BAT 2018, the debut edition, is going to democratise art in a manner rarely seen in India on this scale. Odisha, the repository of unparalleled heritage, is also the capital of soft power in the country.

There is uncommon juxtaposition and synergetic co-existence between history and the present, the harmony of antiquity and contemporary.

Odisha, Bhubaneswar, and especially the Old Town area are all elements of a large breathing canvas, waiting to be embraced, but diffident, and shy.

The state is further hosting Make in Odisha’ conclave 2018, an investor’s

meet, which invites stakeholders from different sectors with the aim to promote investment and facilitate new projects in the state.

Bhubaneswar will also be completely Wi-Fi enabled before the start of the world cup. The fibre optic network would be spread across the city along with setting up around 1800 Wi-Fi access points. With a view to promote cleanliness and hygiene in the Capital City, mechanical street sweeping machines were flagged off and the foundation stone was laid for 60 smart modular stainless steel toilets.

The authorities have also decided to put few paintings on display for the audience to draw their attention towards Odisha’s rich culture and enthusiasm for hockey. The paintings, a genre of fine art, on hockey created by 25 artists during a six-day camp held at Panthanivas from Oct 1-6, will be displayed during Odisha Hockey Men’s World Cup at Kalinga Stadium to take the sports lovers by surprise.

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happenings

mark your calendar A list of events and festivals taking place in the month of November November 16-18, Pingla, West Bengal

pot maya

Developed as a rural craft hub by the West Bengal government and UNESCO, Pingla transforms into an open art gallery this month. Painters and weavers from the region display patachitra paintings, which are primarily done on textiles, stationery and home decor items. Workshops are also held during the fair for patrons to be a part of it.

November 1 onwards, Rann of Kutch, Gujarat

Rann utsav

Organised by Gujarat State Tourism, Rann Utsav is a cultural fiesta. Rann of Kutch turns into a land of art, crafts, music and dance. Several luxury tents spring up on the fringe of the white salt desert to accommodate patrons. Take a hot air balloon ride, a camel ride and shop for souvenirs during your stay at the Kutch.

November 15-23, Pushkar, Rajasthan

pushkar camel fair

Pushkar is host to the largest fair where camels are decorated, exhibited and paraded for beauty contests. It is the ultimate destination to relish authentic Rajasthani cuisine, shop for souvenirs such as handicraft items, garments in lace and tie and dye cloth material from Ajmer. Adding to the fervour are musicians, magicians, puppet acts, dancers and snake charmers. The Pushkar Camel Fair is also perfect for adventurers to try their hand at quad-biking, horse-riding, camel races, hot air balloon ride, etc.

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November 8-10, Asanang Tura, Meghalaya

wangala festival

Witness a buzzing curation of culture, exotic music and dance, food and festivities at the Wangala Festival. A post-harvest festival of thanksgiving, Wangala is celebrated in the Garo Hills of Meghalaya after the completion of all agricultural activities. The ceremony culminates in merry-making and dancing to the beating of 100 drums and playing of other musical instruments. It is also a great place to savour the local treats of the state.

November 18, New Delhi

life in color india

World's best DJs, aerial acts, stilt walkers, contortionists, fire shows and the iconic paint blasts constitute the charm of Life in Color, a captivating EDM festival.

Happening for the first time ever in India, LIC is nothing less than a broadway musical, which has had more than 500 successful shows in 30+ countries and is all set to enthrall the audience in the national capital.

November 7, Across India

Diwali

Diwali, or Deepavali, is the festival of lights celebrated across India. The day celebrates the triumph of good over evil.

Celebrations include decorating the house with lanterns and diyas (earthen lamps), preparation of sweets and savouries and exchanging of gifts.

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aai update

AIR intel

The latest happenings from the Airports Authority of India AAI signs MoU with IIM Indore AAI, in order to enhance the skill-sets of its functional heads and senior and middle level executives, has entered into a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) for a period of three years with Indian Institute

AAI and UNDP signs a LoI AAI and United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) signed a Letter of Intent (LoI) on a new partnership to enhance livelihood opportunities and provide better living standards to communities living close to airports in India. The project will begin with Birsa Munda Airport, Ranchi and Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport, Guwahati.

of Management, Indore

(IIM-I). As part of the MoU, customised training programs in the area of management and

leadership development

will be offered to AAI executives.

AAI to promote sports

Continuing its commitment to promote sports, AAI co-sponsored the first Goa International

tournament was a huge success and saw participation by nearly 1,200 players from India and abroad.

AAIâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Tirupati Airport has been declared the Best Tourism Friendly Airport for the year 2017-18. It was also adjudged under the category for â&#x20AC;&#x153;State Annual Excellence Awards for the year 2015-16" by Andhra Pradesh Tourism . Tirupati Airport acts as a gateway to the famous temple town of Tirupati, Venkateshwara Temple of Tirumala.

AAI celebrated 150 years of Mahatma Gandhi's birth year

Appreciation for Green India Initiative

Open Grandmaster Chess Tournament 2018. The

On the occasion of Gandhi Jayanti, AAI partook in the Swachhata hi Sewa campaign at all its airports. As a part of the campaign, various cleanliness drives were organised at all AAI airports. All these initiatives were wholeheartedly taken up by the employees. The drive garnered a positive response from travellers.

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November 2018

Sh. Parameswaran Iyer, Secretary, Ministry of Drinking Water and Sanitation, visited the Paper Recycling Unit of AAI and appreciated their initiative towards a greener India . He commended the team for efficient use of paper waste .

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New Simulator introduced

cultural conclave

AAI’s Fire Training Centre (FTC) at New Delhi introduced a new Incident

AAI, in collaboration with SPIC MACAY, organised a cultural event at Airports Authority Hindi High School, Kolkata. The event witnessed performances by Pandit Shri

Command Management System

(ICMS) and Aircraft Rescue and Fire Fighting (ARFF) Driving Simulator.

This first-of-its kind, Simulation system will help develop skills that are crucial in saving life and property in case of a fire-related emergency.

Vishwa Mohan Bhatt & Pandit Shri Prodyut Mukherjee.

Workshop on cargo Development

AAI Airports wins Tourism Awards

AAI organised a workshop on

Air Cargo Development , which

AAI at 13th Air Navigation Conference AAI participated in the 13th

Air Navigation Conference, a formal

was held at Bhubaneswar on October 5, 2018. The event was collaborated by Micro, Small & Medium Enterprises, Gov of Odisha and AAI Cargo Logistics and Allied Services Company Limited.

meet organised at Montreal, Canada

by International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO). The conference focused on building a viewpoint on the global strategies for safety and air navigation planning, development and implementation.

AAI’s Devi Ahilya Bai Holkar Airport, Indore and Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport, Ahmedabad were conferred with the prestigious

National Tourism Awards 2016-17 on World Tourism Day. The Best Airport Award in ‘ Major Cities ’ category was given

AAI to launch Digital Face-ID

AAI envisages a biometric led ecosystem for digital processing of passengers at airports for seamless travel experience . AAI intends to roll out initially at Kolkata, Varanasi, Pune and Vijayawada Airports by April 2019 .

to Ahmedabad Airport and Indore Airport received the Best Airport Award in ‘ Rest of India ’ category for the promotion of Tourism by the Ministry of Tourism, GoI.

AAI Cares

AAI wins silver at IISC Expo AAI, for the first time, exhibited its futuristic airports' experience and habituated first-time flyers with the security procedure at the 21st

India International Security Expo.

AAI's stall won a silver momento for the

Best Showcased Pavilion at the event.

As a part of their CSR activity, AAI signed an MoA with the State Government of Assam to provide ambulances to Azara and Rani Community Health Centres/ First Referral Units. Under the scheme, one ambulance each for RNB Civil Hospital in Kokrajhar & RNB Civil Hospital in Gossaigaon will be provided for `34,16,530.

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reader's corner

for the bibliophiles

Get your hands on the latest books by noted authors In conversation with Shweta Bachchan-Nanda, author of the book Paradise Towers What was your experience like with writing Paradise Towers?

Writing the book was exciting and daunting in equal parts. I would read my work and think it is not good enough, while on some days it would just flow. Persistence was the key.

How do you think will this book connect with the youth?

This story is something anyone can connect to.

There are a lot of young characters in the book

eating wasps

and their equations I believe, should resonate with the youth.

Could you share one of your memorable travel destinations?

One of my most memorable travel experiences recently was the Maldives for my father’s 75th birthday.

What will you select as you favourite cuisine?

I just love Indian food for its variety.

What will be your tip to a first-time traveller?

Don’t waste spectacular moments by trying to fit them all onto your instagram. Just be, enjoy the moment completely.

Westland In a small town by the river Nila, a 35-year-old writer kills herself. No one knows why. A few years later, an antique cupboard in a private resort opens to reveal a frightened child. And the mystery begins to unravel. From the bestselling author of Ladies Coupe comes an unusual new novel about the intensity of desire.

sneak-peek

the profane

becoming

Crown Michelle Obama invites readers into her world, chronicling the experiences that have shaped her, from her childhood to her time spent at the White House.

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KASTURBA GANDHI

Niyogi Books A fictionalised biography of Kasturba Gandhi, the novel gives a glimpse of how a strong woman can empower herself staying within the folds of tradition and convention.

feisty at fifty

Pan Macmillan India Join Sudha Menon, the wise and witty fifty-something, in pursuing middleaged sexiness, nailing the work-life balance and celebrating midlife discoveries.

HarperCollins India The book is a time travel pod that traverses a diverse range of music and images from heartbreak to mortality, featuring cameos by Kurt Cobain, Napoleon and Amir Khusro.

Sarna’s book is one of vulnerability, loneliness, joy, humour, hope and grief.

It’s a story that tells us it’s okay to be human.

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The Ministers of State for Health & Family Welfare with other dignitaries at the inauguration of the â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Orientation Workshop on Health and Nutrition Initiatives under Aspirational District Programmeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;, in New Delhi on October 22, 2018

Mission Indradhanush Ensuring Full Immunisation

Mission Indradhanush is to ensure full immunisation under Universal immunisation programme Mission Indradhanush (MI) is one of the flagship schemes of Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, Government of India that aims at achieving full immunisation coverage of 90%

by December 2018 through focus on unvaccinated and partially vaccinated children and pregnant women in pockets of low immunisation coverage, high-risk and hard-to-reach areas.

Union Ministry of Health and Family Welfare is leaving no stone unturned to ensure that there are no children who remain unvaccinated, or partially vaccinated against seven vaccine preventable diseases.

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Evidence shows that unvaccinated and partially vaccinated children are most susceptible to childhood diseases and disability and run a three to six times higher risk of death as compared with fully immunised children.

Immunisation is one of the most powerful and cost-effective of all health interventions. It prevents debilitating illness and disability, and saves millions of lives every year.

Vaccines have the power not only to save, but also to transform lives of children, giving them a chance to grow up healthy, go to school,

and improve their life prospects.

When vaccines are combined with other health interventions â&#x20AC;&#x201C; such as vitamin A supplementation, provision of deworming medicine, iron supplementation and nutrition supplementation; immunisation becomes a major force for child survival.

In 1980, it was global immunisation campaign that led eradication of smallpox from the world.

India continues to be polio-free for the past more than 7 years through Pulse Polio Immunisation Programme. In 2014, India was certified as polio free country along with other South East Asia

To strengthen and re-energise the routine immunisation drive and achieve full immunisation coverage for all children and pregnant women at a rapid pace, the Government of India launched â&#x20AC;&#x153;Mission Indradhanushâ&#x20AC;? in December 2014.

We are fully confident to achieve the ambitious target of 90% full immunisation coverage in the country as set by Honâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ble Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi Ji. JP Nadda, Union Minister of Health and Family Welfare

Region (SEAR) countries of World Health Organisation (WHO).

However, since polio cases are still occurring in a few neighboring countries, India needs to maintain population immunity against polio to mitigate risk of importation.

Government of India is providing inactivated polio vaccine in addition to the bivalent oral polio vaccine under its Universal Immunisation Programme (UIP). Maternal and neonatal tetanus elimination from India in 2015 demonstrates another strong commitment and leadership that helped improve access to immunisation.

Immunisation programme in India was introduced in 1978 as Expanded Programme of Immunisation. The programme gained momentum in 1985 and modified as UIP to be implemented in phased manner to cover all districts in the country by 1989-90 with one of the largest health programmes in the world.

Despite being operational for many years, UIP has been able to fully immunise only 65% children in the first year of their life.

A total of five phases of Mission Indradhanush have been completed between April 2015 and February 2018 covering 537 districts. It has also been included as one of the schemes under Gram Swaraj Abhiyan (GSA) and Extended GSA during April 2018 to September 2018 covering 16,850 and 48,929 villages (in 117 aspirational districts) respectively.

Till October 05, 2018, a total of 334.48 lakh children and 86.04 lakh pregnant women have been vaccinated through these drives.

Immunisation is the process whereby a person is made immune or resistant to an infectious disease, by the administration of a vaccine.

A survey conducted in 190 districts/urban areas covered in Intensified Mission Indradhanush (5th phase of MI) have shown an average increase of 18.5% points in full immunisation coverage as compared to National Family Health Survey-2015-16 (NFHS-4).

Three rounds of immunisation drives, of seven working days each (excluding routine Immunisation days, Sundays and holidays) are planned in the 75 districts. The first round was started from October 22, 2018, the second round will be from November 22, 2018 and the

third round will be from December 22, 2018 onward.

Under UIP, Government of India is providing vaccination free of cost against vaccine preventable diseases including diphtheria, pertussis, tetanus, polio, measles, severe form of childhood tuberculosis, hepatitis B, meningitis and pneumonia (Hemophilus influenza type B infections) across the country, and Japanese encephalitis (JE) in JE endemic districts.

The gains in keeping India free from preventable deaths continues with the introduction of newer vaccines such as rotavirus vaccine, IPV, adult JE vaccine, pneumococcal conjugate vaccine (PCV) and measles-rubella (MR) vaccine in the national public health programme of the country.

Recently during a review interaction with Health Ministers and principal secretaries of 17 States/UTs J P Nadda, Union Minister of Health and Family Welfare assured all support to the states for achieving targets of full immunisation under Mission Indradhanush. He also emphasised on the need for special focus in identification of unvaccinated and partially vaccinated children and pregnant women in high-risk, hard-to-reach areas like hamlets, brick kilns, tribal areas, forest areas, construction sites, migrant settlements, vacant sub-centres, urban slums etc.

"Let no child suffer from any vaccine-preventable disease", as stated by Prime Minister during the launch of Intensified Mission Indradhanush, and his strong appeal to all persons of India to own the programme in order to make all efforts to reduce maternal and child mortality in the country will definitely help in achieving goal of 90% full immunisation coverage.

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tech

CAPTURE YOUR JOURNEY Replace your DSLR with these brilliant and handy smartphones in the era of instant clicks

Samsung Galaxy Note

Having artificial Intelligence take the best photos for you sounds so exciting. Samsung Galaxy Note 9 automatically recognises more than 20 types of scenes like snow, sunsets, etc. and intelligently adjusts the setting to get that shot for you in the cameraâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s pro mode. The 12 MP dual-lens camera lets you capture portrait, crisper shots, adjusting to the shooting conditions.

LG V30

V30 boasts a camera with a 16-megapixel lens having a f/1.6 aperture, the largest aperture of any phone ever along with optical image stabilisation, laser and phase detection autofocus. V30 lets you capture your selfies in wide-angle, with the 5-MP shooter located on the front. Any Vlogger would love to lay their hands on LGV30.

Google PIXEL 2 and Pixel 2 XL

A phone smart enough to offer the bokeh effect to capture the image.

The motion picture option in Pixel helps you create GIFs instantly. Pixel also has a water-resistant formula for extraordinary photography.

The 12 MP smartphone offers a combination of improved HDR+ image processing and optical and electronic image stabilisation.

iPhone XS and XS Max

The all new iPhone offers Smart HDR feature that lets you capture both shadow details and bright highlights.

Iphone, with this new feature, will make sure that pictures are no longer blown-out or overexposed in brighter areas.

Make the most of your trip with an updated 7 MP camera with a much-faster sensor and optical image stabilisation for higher-quality selfies.

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OnePlus 6T

Shot on OnePlus, a campaign run by the company, justifies the brilliance of the camera the phone boasts about. With an increase in the size of the sensor on the main 16 MP camera by 19 per cent, 6T offers a good quality picture even in low-light.

OnePlus has all essential modes like portrait, pro mode, time-lapse and panorama and 2x zoom toggle enabling the traveller to get a closer picture.

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Facts

about vadodara airport, gujarat

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Vadodara Airport is the first Green Airport in Gujarat and Second Green Airport in India after Kochi.

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The terminal has advanced security management with energy-saving cooling, rainwater harvesting and fire safety.

The airport has been included in the Limca Book of Records for the longest single-sheet rooftop that measures 164.2 m.

Spread across an area of 17,500 sq.m, the airport has 17 check-in counters.

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The terminal was constructed by the Airports Authority of India (AAI) at a cost of `160 crore. Inspired by the body and wings of airplanes, the building creates a bold and continuous aerodynamic form.

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diary

At the airport

Actor Tahir Bhasin's love for airports and aircraft has been quite evident since his childhood days

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y first memory of an Indian airport is the Gwalior Airport since this was where my father, who served in the Indian Air Force, was posted. It was a tiny airport but as a kid it was mesmerising; it was the playground for my childhood imaginations and my first introduction to a world that was waiting to be explored. In the early 90's, this airport was a shared location between Defence and Civil aviation. As a child, it was fascinating to see a mix of Air India flights and Mirage 2000 fighter jets taking off and land. Till date, the airport remains close to my heart because it is so clean and well-organised.

The Hyderabad Airport is also a favourite.

It is a global standard airport with an ultra-modern design, convenient distance to baggage claim and super organised support staff. They make travelling such a breeze! The Business Lounge at Mumbai International Airport is the best for its range of services, food and beverage options and ease of access to boarding gates. My favourite way to pass time before boarding is to browse the book stalls for the latest best sellers. I have often stumbled upon some great reads while doing this at airports. If you have a takeaway cappuccino on the side, it is the perfect combination with a good book.Â

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Rajiv Gandhi International Airport, Hyderabad Gwalior Airport, Gwalior Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport, Mumbai

Having said that, I would love for Indian airports to have more healthy food options that include salads, juices and fresh fruit.

Also, it would be great if we had higher speed with airport Wi-Fi, since network connectivity slows down at airports.

(As told to Aarti Kapur Singh)

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aaiofficial

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vision for the future Karnataka Bank is presently headed by Shri Mahabaleshwara M S who took charge as MD & CEO in April 2017. Since he has taken over, it is clear to him to take KBL to a higher orbit of growth. Digital technology would be the most important key and he is working hard from day one to achieve the set targets. It is heartening to note that in the first year of his taking charge, the Bank could achieve most cherished dream of crossing `1,00,000 crore of business turnover and achieved the business turnover target set for the year ended March 2018.

Similarly, the Bank’s customer Mahabaleshwara M S, MD & CEO, base is also growing and recently Karnataka Bank it has crossed the milestone of one crore mark. “The growth strategy of the Bank for the future will be driven by the use of technology and our broad based plan for the way forward includes Robotic Process Automation, Blockchain, Artificial intelligence powered Chatbot, digi branches etc," said Shri Mahabaleshwara M S, MD & CEO of Karnataka Bank.

Karnataka Bank has recently embarked upon an exciting Transformation exercise namely KBL-VIKAAS. KBL- VIKAAS aims at total transformation of the Bank and an inclusive journey. For this, the Bank has partnered with Boston Consulting Group (BCG).

Karnataka Bank was founded in 1924 by nine eminent people of different walks of life with an intention of extending the financial support mainly to farmers and businessmen. The Bank, which started with a tiny seed capital of `11,580.00 and a single branch in 1924, made steady progress over the years by successfully on-boarding customers and acquiring business year after year. Bank never looked back in its journey of progress and recently completed its 94th year of purposeful service to the nation.

It has spread its wings across states and now KBL has its presence in 22 states and 2 Union territories with 816 branches and 1324 ATMs extending all types of banking products and services to cross sections of the Society. KBL has recently crossed the business turnover of `1,00,000 crore in December 2017 and its total business stood at Rs. 1,10,123 crore as on 31.03.2018. Bank’s presence on Social Media such as Twitter, Instagram, Facebook helps to keep the customers engaged with the Bank and grievances are being addressed quickly.

The Bank has best management practices that provide stability, consistency of the strong leadership at the helm of the affairs. Growth, transparency and value creation instill highest standards of corporate governance that its Founding Fathers have set in while starting the Bank.

KBL duly recognises its obligation to the society in which it serves by extending its helping hand since beginning, now recognised by the word CSR, by way of involving local institutions and community at large, based on shared value principles in areas of healthcare, education, etc.

put your best foot forward

Veto, a brand promoted by Vanity Ventures, is focussed on making the best elevator shoes for men. Vanity Ventures is based in Bengaluru and is helmed by entrepreneur siblings Nigel and Charmaine Mathew. Their interest in elevator shoes was born during their exposure to the international market while pursuing their masters degree. Charmaine’s business acumen enabled her to spot the opportunity to float the business in an underserved market. They hail from a business family, which owns one of the oldest independent media companies in India: Disha Communications.

Vanity Ventures was founded with an aim to cater to the ever-expanding urban demand for great products, and elevator shoes are one of them. Elevator shoes are already popular in the West, although no one has attempted to incorporate them into a mainstream brand in India. Vanity Ventures aims to make elevator shoes a vanity product for Indian men. According to research conducted by them in three metropolitan cities with a sample size of 950 men working with corporate entities or self-employed professionals, 85 per cent of them want to look at least two inches taller than they are. This resonated with the data: the average height of an Indian male is 5’6”, 5’8” is perceived as a good height and 6’ is highly desirable. While the male grooming Industry has been growing year on year, elevator shoes have largely been ignored as a segment. Vanity Ventures recognised this gap and launched 26 outstanding models which have been designed using bold colours and boast international appeal. The current portfolio is an overlap of formal, semi-formal and wedding elevator shoes. With this collection, Veto brings height-enhancement for men on par with the choices available for women in this segment.

Veto men’s elevator shoes are made with a 6.5-cm elevated heel. Their target audience is comfort conscious. That’s why Veto has created a patent-pending elevated heel designed for ultimate comfort. The special inner sole is light and soft, and Veto has been recognised for making some of the most comfortable elevator shoes in the market by their early customer group.

Veto shoes are available on the brand portal, vetoinc.com and on leading e-commerce platforms like Amazon and Flipkart.

Veto will soon be launched on amazon.com and amazon.uk as UK is the largest consumer of elevator shoes in Europe.

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Allure of

Warangal

Just a short drive away from Hyderabad, Warangal is filled with history, wildlife and scenic beauty with forts, temples, lakes and plenty of flora and fauna to explore Words: Aruna Chandaraju

Cheetah spotted at Pakhal Wildlife Sanctuary

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or long, Warangal has witnessed some of the most important historical events in Telangana. Today, it has become famous for its educational institutions and is the second most important city in the state.

Moreover, in 2014, it was included in the Heritage City Development and Augmentation Yojana by the Government of India, along with 11 other heritage cities.

Warangal is generally used as an umbrella term for three contiguous cities: Hanamkonda, Kazipet and Warangal. Located around 150 km from Hyderabad, it can be reached by a three-hour drive. There are daily local trains too so you can commute from Hyderabad to and fro.

Historic realms

The city’s history dates back to about 12 century A.D., when the Kakatiya

Dynasty built the Warangal Fort and left behind some architectural masterpieces in this region, which are unquestionably the grandest and finest in the state.

What is more, in an around Warangal, are villages that are home to beautiful handicraft traditions such as Warangal durries, Pembarthi brass work and Cheriyal paintings. There is also a beautiful lake with boating facilities and a ropeway and lots of children’s activities too. The Pakhal Wildlife Sanctuary is another big draw.

It is no surprise, therefore, that a trip to Warangal has become increasingly popular with those who like camping and adventure sports at the water bodies, wildlife and long climbs.

Culture trip

I have visited Warangal several times and the latest trip was with a group of relatives. Driving from Hyderabad into the city, we had a quick breakfast and went to see one of Warangal’s biggest attractions, the Thousand Pillar Temple. The Veyi Sthambhala Gudi (in Telugu), aka 1,000 pillar temple, is dedicated to Lord Shiva and is supported by 1,000 pillars and no walls. Sadly, however, much of it was destroyed around the 14 century by invaders. Restoration work has been done by the government in hope to restore its original grandeur.

One can see a small shrine showcasing superb stonework and intricately carved

The dance form Perini Sivathandavam was revived by Nataraja Ramakrishna after studying the sculptures in this temple 2

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2. Swayambhudevi Alayam temple at Warangal Fort 3. Pembarthi metal craft

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pillars here. Another impressive object is the massive monolithic Nandi. The main sanctum in the mandapam contains shrines for Surya, Vishnu and Shiva, though the solid gold statues therein have been stolen.

Late afternoon was time for the famous Warangal Fort. It is believed that the construction of the fort was completed in the early 13 century A.D. A sprawling complex, it is said to have originally contained a total of seven forts within its area, including the Raati Kota (stone fort), Kanchu Kota (brass fort), Ituka Kota (brick fort), Matti Kota (sand fort), Neeti Kota (water fort) and Kampa Kota (fenced fort). Given the ravages of time and destruction by invaders, today only the Matti Kota and Raati Kota have survived. Similarly, it is said around 360 temples and a similar number of wells were originally built for the people who lived in the fortâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s premises, although most have either crumbled or disappeared altogether.

fact file The Warangal Fort was built in the

13th century during the reign of Kakatiya dynasty when the capital was shifted from Hanamkonda to Warangal.

There is a mud wall of around

20 feet, which surrounds the entire fort while the second layer is of granite.

Today, the Warangal Fort is like a humongous outdoor museum with only the assembled pieces of the lost glory all laid out in a huge garden. There are fragments of brackets, ceilings and pillars, including rows of yalis (mythical beasts considered as the temple guardians). While the remains offer an insight into the fort structure of the Kakatiya era, the big highlight of this place is the magnificent and the ornamental entrance gateâ&#x20AC;&#x201D; Kakatiya Thoranam. The entrance gate of the fort has been adopted as the emblem of Telangana and one can see it recreated in different parts of the city too.

A sound and light show every evening takes visitors through the history of the Kakatiya Dynasty and fort. Adjacent to the temple complex is the Khush Mahal, which is now used as a museum.

The museum showcases statues of gods, celestial beings such as Apsaras, and cannon balls found in the fort.

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Another landmark in the city is the famous Bhadrakali Temple dedicated to the fiery Goddess Durga. It is considered to be Warangalâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s most visited temple. The famed Kazipet Dargah is where you make a wish, it is associated with the Sufi saint Hazrath Syed Shah Afzal Biabani.

Next day, we headed for the must-do on any Warangal trip: the magnificent Ramappa Temple aka Ramalingeswara Temple, located around 70 km from Warangal. The well-preserved temple is located in Palampet village. An inscription in the temple dates it to the year 1213 A.D. and tells visitors it was built by a chieftain/general Recherla Rudra, during the period of Ganapati Deva, the well-known Kakatiya ruler. Interestingly, the temple is named after the architect or sculptor Ramappa.

There are columns around the outside of the temple with large brackets in

Did You Know?

Koh-i-Noor Diamond was owned by the Kakatiya Dynasty that ruled Warangal.

black basalt. These carved mythical animals and female figures or Apsaras are quite exquisite. So delicate is the work that you can even move the bangles around the wrist of the female figures!

The main shrine, a shivalayam, stands majestically on a six-feet-high, starshaped platform. The hall fronting the sanctum has numerous superbly carved pillars. Moreover, they have been positioned to create an effect that reveals an amazingly intelligent use of the principles of light and space.

Two small Shiva shrines can be found on either side of the main temple. The roof (garbhalayam) of the temple is built with bricks reputed to be so light that they are able to float on water!

Pembarthi's metal craft dates back 800 years and was originally done

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in a dance classic Nritta Rathnavali, authored by Jayappa Senaani, also appear in these sculptures.

Varied experiences

At short drive from Warangal are the scenic Lakhnavaram Cheruvu Lake and the Kakatiya-era Pakhal Lake as well as the Pakhal Wildlife Sanctuary. They are great places for outdoor lovers and very popular with adventure clubs.

The Lakhnavaram Lake is great for photo-ops, given the pleasant weather.

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Bhadrakali Temple is another major landmark.

The temple is dedicated to the fiery form of Goddess Durga found home here, while a few migratory birds such as Brahmini ducks arrive in the winter. The Pakhal Lake was another picturesque spot.

Artistic imprints

On the way to Warangal from Hyderabad, after a brief detour, you will find a tiny village, Pembarthi. If you travel directly from Hyderabad, it is 80 km from the capital. Here you will find sheet metal workmanship of high order. Brasswork in wall plates, lamps, animal figures, etc. are made here. We found great bargains too.

Also close to Warangal is the crafts village of Cheriyal, where the eponymous scroll paintings are made. The artists here—their tribe is unfortunately dwindling—make beautiful, richly-

coloured scroll paintings, which are narrative in nature. Traditionally, they were used by rural storytellers as illustrations in the background. Though the tradition still continues, today the Cheriyal artist mostly makes the panels for sale as decor objects. The singlepanel, neatly framed, Cheriyal painting is the best seller in handicraft showrooms in the state. And we too purchased a few of these for ourselves.

Literature and classical music lovers can head to the sleepy village where the great 16 century Telugu poet Bammera Pothana lived. His Bhagavatham is a Telugu classic and was acknowledged as an inspiration by the legendary saint composer Thyagaraja, whose exquisite Telugu lyrics are considered the highest watermark of Karnatik music.

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Mutual Funds can serve you better in your post-retirement life, as it can fulfill you need of regular income as well can potentially generate capital appreciation. Debt-oriented mutual fund schemes are more or less similar to traditional products, which tend to be low on risk with sound visibility of returns, as they park your funds in high quality credit papers. Within debt category, Fixed Maturity Plans (FMPs) are one such product which look attractive today given the high interest rate regime.

Basically, FMPs are close-ended debt mutual fund schemes, which lock-in the returns at current yields. With FMPs you get your capital back along with the appreciation at the time of maturity. Another key benefit of debt fund is that they attract long-term capital gains for investment above 3 years. As per the current tax laws, long-term capital gain tax is 20.8 percent (including 4 per cent cess) post indexation.

Indexation is the process, in which inflation during the period is reduced from the returns and tax is payable only on the final amount. Coming to your need for regular income, you can consider investing in an open-ended debt/ debt hybrid fund and avail the Systematic Withdrawal Plan (SWP) facility. Through SWP you can get regular income, as it enables monthly withdrawal of a fixed sum from your investment for the set tenure. The other benefit is that even while you avail your monthly inflows, your balance investment is positioned to generate potential returns.

Given the high interest rate regime, it would be advisable to create a portfolio - mix of FMP and an open-ended debt/ debt hybrid fund.

symphony of celebration

Music unites all. There could not have been a better way to prove this adage than to witness the 80-member band from Landwehr, from the city of Fribourgh in Switzerland, mesmerize audiences with their rousing performance at Clarks Amer, Jaipur recently. To celebrate the 150th Birth Anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi, 70 years of friendship treaty between Switzerland and India and the 70th Foundation year of Clarks Group of Hotels, the troupe performed immersive and enriching pieces in Hotel Clarks Amer on October 19 in the presence of the prominent citizens of Jaipur and the President & Financial Minister of the State of Freiburg - Georges Godel. The Orchestra presented a glimpse into one of the oldest musical traditions of the entire Fribourgh canton and region. The aim of this composition was to combine the sound of a symphonic wind orchestra with Indian music tradition and the graceful movements of Swiss Kathak dancer Gauri Priscilla Brulhart.

for the love of pets Pet Fed, Indiaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s biggest pet festival, is finally arriving in December and January at Bengaluru, Delhi and Mumbai.

Pet Fed aims to give pet parents and pet lovers, a unique opportunity to spend a quality weekend with our furry friends.

This is the cutest festival that just cannot be missed. Pet Fedâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s larger than life ambience will make you forget all your worries and consume you into the love for pets that we all live forâ&#x20AC;?, commented actor Dino Morea, who is also an investor in Pet Fed. Spread over 3 acres of area, the festival will witness numerous activities ranging from security dog show, discover dogs zone, fashion show and a dedicated cat zone to off leash area, dog agility, play area and temptation alley.

Pet owners will also get to explore innovations in pet care, in the form of products and services from across the globe.

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himalayan belt The resort town of Nainital in Uttarakhand, sits in the Kumaon foothills of the mighty Himalayas. Once the summer capital of the British, the city is now flocked by tourists round the year Words: Supriya Aggarwal

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s soon as our car entered the lake city of Nainital, a plethora of memories came flooding in, from the countless family holidays during summer vacations to the annual school trip with friends. Every moment spent in the hill town came alive. The view of old houses, colonial architecture and cool breeze enchanted me once more. Located at an altitude of approximately 2084 m above the sea level, Nainital is a popular hill station in the Kumaon region of Uttarakhand. The Himalayan range of the Kumaon region came under the British rule after the Anglo-Nepalese war and was converted into a hill station in 1842. It best typifies a British colonial hill station.

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1926 Nainital Lake was founded by sugar merchant P. Barron in

1839 22 km away from Nainital is the Bhimtal Lake, named after Bhima.

charm. From boating to feeding animals at the zoo and from picnicking on the hills to exploring Jim Corbettâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s home, Nainital has all that you could hope for in a hill station. As I walked past some of the cafes on the iconic Mall Road, the aroma of freshly baked breads and cakes made me realise I was starving. Without any delay I gorged on some sumptuous dry cakes with a steaming cup of coffee while enjoying the views of the Naini Lake.

My journey started on a sweet and perfect note.

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Due to its pleasant weather, Nainital is one of the most-favoured hill stations round the year and hence sees a large influx of tourists from all over the country. It cannot be denied that Nainital still holds on to its old-world charm quite efficiently. Old churches such as the St. Francis Church and the Methodist Church on the Mall Road or the St. John Wilderness Church AirportsAuthorityOfIndiaOfficial

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on the Nainital-Kaladungi Road take you back to the colonial era when Britishers constantly looked for cooler venues to escape the Indian summers. Old buildings lining the streets represent the colonial as well as Kumaoni architecture. However, the pinnacle of this trip for me was the visit to the Governorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s House (Raj Bhavan). Known for its magnificent looks and old-age charming architecture, Raj Bhavan previously

Also known as Cheena or China Peak, Naini Peak is the highest peak at an average elevation of 2615 m above the sea level served as the summer residence of British governors and is still inhabited by the Governor of Uttarakhand every year for a month. While access is restricted to many parts, a walk around the ground tells why it is called the Buckingham Palace of India.

Modelled in the Victorian Gothic style after the original palace of England, Raj Bhavan is located in a splendid landscape with a picturesque golf course. The entire premises is spread over an area of 22 acres.

At Jim Corbettâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s residence Despite multiple visits to the city earlier, it was during this visit that I discovered the Gurney House.

Belonging to the hunter-turned conservationist Jim Corbett himself, the house was built in 1881 and is located near the Naini Lake. It is now a private property and a house tour is possible only with prior appointment.

From antlers and deer heads on walls to book-lined cupboards, trophies and even Corbettâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s old fishing rod, everything is on display at the house.

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Places to stay Choose The Naini Retreat, the former residence of the Maharaja of Pilibhit. Get acquainted with imperial history with a stay at The Earlâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Court, once the home of British Army officer, Captain P. Richardson.

Travel Tip Visit the Mall Road to try some delicious cakes and buy artisanal candles available at factory prices.

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Peak. Also known as Cheena or China Peak, it is the highest peak in Nainital at an average elevation of 2615 m above the sea level. The viewpoint gives a panoramic view of the entire valley and a stunning sight of the pear-shaped Naini Lake. A visit to Nainital is incomplete without a boat ride on the Naini Lake at sunset. As the day fades away, the skies throw different hues of yellow, orange and purple with the magnificent mountains standing tall at the back, like they have done for time immemorial.

Nearby attractions

As you move a little away from Nainital, many other lakes come into sight, including Naukuchiatal, Bhimtal, Sattal, Sariyatal, and Khurpatal. One of the largest and deepest lakes is Naukuchiatal or the nine-cornered lake. According to folklore, any person who can spot all nine corners of the lake standing on ground is guaranteed nirvana! I couldnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t spot all the nine but I enjoyed to my heart's content while exploring this quaint hill station.

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The Tourism Capital of

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trip to the Ajanta and Ellora Caves led me to further discover Aurangabad, which then became my base for exploring famed Buddhist sites.

However, I discovered that Aurangabad itself has many sites to visit that make for a motley set of experiences.

Ode to the Taj

Among the most visited monuments here is the Bibi Ka Maqbara. Known to be a replica of the famed Taj Mahal, it is also called Dakkhani Taj, which

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translates to the Taj of Deccan. This shrine was built in 1679 by Prince Azam Shah, Aurangzebâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s son, in memory of his mother Begum Rabia Durani.

The mausoleum is hexagon-shaped, surrounded by a quadrilateral garden and framed by four towering minarets, a fine example of Mughal architecture.

The white marble lattice screen is intricate and the workmanship can be admired once you are in close quarters of the building.

The main entrance is on the southern side of the outer wall. The three remaining walls are open, and the space is used as a mosque, Diwane-Am, and Diwan-e-Khas. These buildings have some stunning paintings dating back to the Mughal and Nizam period. The grave itself is simple without ornamentation but is surrounded by exquisite marble screens.

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Take your time to walk around here and you will discover interesting facets such as the Mughal Garden, fine brass doors, stucco floral motifs, and the water management system.

While you are here, drop by the Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Museum, which has some of his war weapons and a display of old coinsâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;an ode to the Maratha king.

Perfect Souvenir

Aurangabad is famous for the Himroo shawl, which is made of locally-grown silk and cotton. This fabric is a substitute of Kum-khwab, which was woven with pure golden and silver threads in olden days. This particular fabric was only meant for the royal families.

Cave Explorations

While Aurangabad is best known for the UNESCO World Heritage Sites of Ajanta and Ellora, the rock-cut Buddhist shrines in the Aurangabad caves are another must-see. These 12 caves were carved from soft rock and date back between the sixth and eighth centuries.

Here you can see intricate carvings of Buddha as well as dancing goddesses.

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here with a pillared verandah, a square sanctum and a circumambulatory passage with small cells that house sculptures. The square pillars are intricately carved with geometric designs, foliage and human figurines that make for a compelling sight.

If you are an aviphile, you will be thrilled to see the large number of parakeets that have made the cavesâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; crevices their home.

Sights & Sounds

Aurangabad has much to explore and a stopover at the medieval Daulatabad Fort, located about 15 km away from the city, is a must on your itinerary.

Said to have the tallest spire in India, this fort has a history of being one

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Named after the Mughal Emperor Aurangzeb, Aurangabad was founded in

1610 A.D. by Malik Ambar, which was then known as 'Kharki'.

of the most powerful forts in Maharashtra and stands 182 m in height. You will need to climb up and explore the many passages and labyrinths. Also remember to pay obeisance at the Grishneshwar Mandir, dedicated to Lord Shiva, one of the 12 Jyotirlinga sites in the country. The temple is not just for the spiritually inclined but also for enthusiasts of architecture who will find the intricate details quite interesting. Do make time to admire the beautiful carvings and sculptures of gods and goddesses as well as the detailed inscriptions on the inner walls of the temple. Bird lovers must pay a visit to the Jayakwadi Bird Sanctuary, a haven for migratory birds such as the Flamingo, Crane,

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Aurangabad is also home to the Salim Ali Sarovar Lake, which is a rich biodiversity spot declared as a bird sanctuary. The city is well known for its lung spaces, including the Bani Begum Garden, Himayat Bagh and Siddharth Garden. Known as the city of gates, courtesy the 52 gates built at every entrance point, you will see a few that have survived the passage of time. The oldest and largest one is the Bhadkal Gate.

artistic realms

When you are in Aurangabad, scout stores for Paithani sarees, which carry traditional designs and are woven by hand with very fine silk. Named after the Paithan town in the state, this fabric is known for its patterned borders and elaborate peacock motifs on the sarees. Dating back to almost 2,000 years, this art form is known by three criteria: weaving, motifs and

colours, and is famous world-wide for its intricate thread work.

With so much to see and explore, Aurangabad in Maharashtra is certainly a destination that must be on your

bucket list. As I bid goodbye to the city with a heavy heart, I know exactly why it has been tagged as the â&#x20AC;&#x153;Tourism Capital of Maharashtraâ&#x20AC;? and is an apt destination for travellers from different walks of life.

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Coffee plantations in Coorg

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n hour out of Mysuru, the road begins to meander a bit, villages and hamlets get sparse and the greenery gets thicker and wilder. But it is only after setting foot in Coorg, the hilly district in the Western Ghats in southern Karnataka, that the extent of pure beauty becomes apparent. As the plains make way for mountains and the road begins to curve upwards, the air becomes fresher and the mind calms down.

Of Hills and Valleys

Thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s much that catches the eye along the way. While mountains, hills and valleys are briskly evident, what is less visible are sholas, interspersed with paddy fields, grasslands, pepper and cardamom plantations and orange orchards. However, what takes precedence in Coorg (known as Kodagu locally) are the endless coffee plantations, as it is amongst the foremost coffee-producing regions in the country. Amidst all this, flow rivulets and streams, which likely originate from or join the legendary Cauvery River, adored and revered

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by the fiercely martial Kodavas who inhabit the land.

Madikeri, the capital of the district, is like any other busy hill town. But it is also the gateway to natural beauty and adventure. In the heart of the town is the Rajaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Seat, a cliff-edge point where the Maharajas used to watch sunsets.

The place provides a vantage point for a magnificent panoramic view of the surrounding hills and valleys and is the perfect place for watching sunsets on clear days. On cloudy and cold days, the sweeping, puffy clouds playing hide and seek with the mountains make for an equally jaw-dropping sight. Almost next door, is the 17th century Madikeri Fort built by local rulers but later rebuilt by Tipu Sultan and expanded by the British.

Located in the Brahmagiri Hills, Talacauvery is the birth place of the river Cauvery and a place held very sacred by the Kodavas

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Inside are a palace, a church and a museum with artefacts and weaponry, among other things.

The Slippery Waters

Brought to Coorg for the first time by an Englishman named John Fowler in

1854, the story of coffee estates is synonymous with the development of Coorg.

Just outside the town is Abbey Falls, one of the many waterfalls that are scattered all over the district. Located inside a coffee estate, a mud path, steep and slippery in parts, leads to the lovely waterfall where water gushes out over rocks and plunges down a few hundred feet.

But as water spots go, nothing can beat the position that Talacauvery occupies in the Coorg scheme of things. Located in the Brahmagiri Hills, Talacauvery is the birth place of the Cauvery River and a place held very sacred by the Kodavas. Though a popular visit throughout the year, on Tula Sankramana, an auspicious date which falls in October, the river emerges in the form of a rushing spring and is venerated with much 53

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Experience the monsoon by getting soaked in the waters of the Upper Barapole (Kithu-Kakkatu River) and manoeuvre the rapids with Coorg Whitewater Rafting.

Their base camp is located in the Ponya Devarakad Estate. The camp is well organised, with hot showers and a quiet stretch where guests are oriented and trained before setting out.

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ceremony. Quite apart from the cultural aspect, the place itself is breathtakingly beautiful. It offers almost a 180-degree view of the surrounding mountain ranges, with visibility stretching for kilometres on clear days.

serene monasteries with towering Buddha statues, stores selling exquisite handicrafts and little eateries specialising in Tibetan food such as thukpa and momos.

Wander Around

Less than an hour, south of Madikeri, is Virajpet, reached through a winding and scenic route. It is a picture postcard town with rows of houses interspersed with greenery amidst which, dramatically rises the spire of the 200-year-old St. Anne’s Church set against the towering Malethirke Hill. But a much better idea is to kick back in a plantation stay, surrounded by acres of coffee plants and take long walks amidst the greenery. In the area is Chelavara Falls, a small but dramatic waterfall that cascades over a series of rocky outcrops.

Within easy driving distance from Madikeri are several other sights and experiences, such as the endearing elephant camp at Dubare, run by the Jungle Lodges and Resorts. It is a unique place where visitors bathe, groom, feed and ride on elephants. Just outside Kushalnagar is also Cauvery Nisargadhama, a lovely delta formed where the Cauvery River splits into two and rejoins a little further down. The island is home to thick forested growth and has provisions for accommodation too. It is a lovely place for a day visit and wandering around. Also nearby, is the majestic Harangi Dam. For an entirely different kind of experience and a hefty dose of culture, it is worth visiting Bylakuppe near Kushalanagar. This is South India’s largest Tibetan settlement and has

Small Sips

Rustic in Coorg

Built by Dodda Veerarajendra in 1792, the Nalknad Palace in Coorg was earlier a shelter space for the kings. Now, it serves as a pitstop for trekkers making their way to the Tadiyandamol peak for adventure activities.

It is managed by the State Archaeology Department.

At the end of a few days, the trip might feel incomplete but that’s because there’s so much to see and do in Coorg. Despite seemingly small, it packs in a whole plethora of sights and experiences. But just like the coffee that it is famous for, it has to be absorbed in small sips.

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n important part of Diwali festivities is food and this is the time when tradition rules the roost. While there is an immediate association with special sweets or mithai, savouries, snacks and vegetarian fare are also on the menu. This is the time when food becomes a key part of the celebrations, so it is time to loosen up and devour the food in all its glory.

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a popular sweet in Delhi, while mawa kachori from Rajasthan, a delectable deep-fried Kachori stuffed with dry fruits and dunked in sugar syrup, is a must-have during Diwali. Moti pak , a specialty of Rajasthan and Gujarat made with sugar, khoya, and chickpea flour and Madhya Pradesh’s chironji ki barfi are a must on the occasion of Diwali. South Indian sweets such as teepi gavvalu (Andhra Pradesh); anarsa, karanji, and shankarpale (Maharashtra) and gulgule, which is a wheat flour dumpling, are eaten across North India. Deepavali marundu or Deepavali legiyam is a dessert from Tamil Nadu that helps in the digestion of all the excess food typically eaten during the festival. Ukkarai, a Chettinad dish made from roasted chana dal and jaggery, is also a festival special. Thenkuzhal, which means “tubes of honey”, is another special sweet from Tamil Nadu. Another regional specialty is an Oriya sweet rasabali, made with cottage balls soaked in sweet thickened milk.

Expert Speak

Executive Chef Parthiv Joshi from Radisson Blu Agra says, "Our hotel believes in celebrating the colours of light in a very special way. Our customised diwali come in variations, which include several sweet treats like our inhouse special chocolates, cookies, kaju katli, boondi ladu, gift packs of coffee, macaroons and hand rolled truffles."

Festive Feast

Apart from sweets, the main food cooked during Diwali is essentially vegetarian. The North Indians mostly cook alu channa, made with potato and chick peas; saag (a spinach-based dish); dal maharani, a dish with three variants of dal; navratan korma, made with vegetables and paneer; khasta aloo or curried potatoes, usually eaten with pooris; malai wali subzi kofta, made 3

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vegetables, are also popular. Poha or flattened rice locally known as fau, is prepared in five different ways during Diwali in Goa. Dumvale suran, made with yam, is eaten on the night of Diwali in the central part of India. Bengalis eat choddo shaak on the day before Kali Puja, which is made using 14 different leafy greens. South Indians have a meal comprising varieties of mixed rice dishes, dry vegetable preparations called Thoran usually tempered with coconut, rasam, sambar and payasam, a milk-based dessert that can be made in many ways. Traditional meals are usually well balanced and include many natural digestives too. Savouries made with refined flour, such as mathari, are also a must in the season.

Diwali is the time to bond with family, and food is a great leveller. This Diwali make that connect at home, and what a better way to build a lifelong relationship than through food?

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esyk jktLFkku esa vk;ksftr gksus okyk iq"dj esyk fuLlansg vkLFkk o mYykl dk laxe gSA bldh izflf) ns’k&fons’k esa QSyh gS

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mRlo fn;k x;k FkkA lu 1809 esa flaf/k;k ds ,d ea=h xksdqypan ikjs[k us eafnj dk th.kksZ)kj djk;kA vc vU; dbZ LFkkuksa ij fLFkr eafnjksa esa czãk dh ,dy izfrek izfrf"Br dh tkus yxh gS vU;Fkk mudh izfrek gj LFkku ij f=ewfrZ ds :Ik esa gh fo|eku gksrh FkhA czãk eafnj ds vykok ;gka egknso eafnj] okjkg eafnj] jaxth eafnj vkSj oSdqaB eafnj izeq[k gSaA iq"dj esa eafnjksa dh dqy la[;k yxHkx 400 gSA blfy, bls eafnjksa dh uxjh Hkh dgk tkrk gSA

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t;iqj varjkZ"Vªh; gokbZ vM~Mk ;g gokbZ vM~Mk lkaxusj miuxj esa fLFkr gS tks t;iqj ls ek= 13 fdyksehVj dh nwjh ij gSA ;g gokbZ vM~Mk ns’k ds lHkh izeq[k ’kgjksa rFkk fons’kh xarO;ksa fo’ks"kdj e/;iwoZ ns’kksa ls Hkh tqM+k gqvk gSA yxHkx 247]000 oxZ QqV esa QSys bl varjkZ"Vªh; gokbZ vM~Ms ij djhc 500 ;kf=;ksa dks lsok,a nsus dh O;oLFkk gSA varjkZ"Vªh; gokbZ vM~Mk ifj"kn us o"kZ 2015 esa bls 20 ls 50 yk[k ;kf=;ksa dh Js.kh ds fo’o ds csgrjhu gokbZ vM~Mksa dh lwph esa lfEefyr fd;k FkkA

Ik’kqikyd vkSj nslh&fons’kh lSykuh f’kjdr djrs gSaA fdlku ds thou esa eosf’k;ksa dk fo’ks"k LFkku gksrk gSA bl esys esa ÅaVksa dk Ø;&foØ; cM+h la[;k esa gksrk gSA fuLlansg vU; Ik’kqvksa dk Hkh O;kikj fd;k tkrk gS] ijarq ÅaVksa dk O;kikj gh ;gka dk eq[; vkd"kZ.k gSA ehyksa nwj ls ÅaV O;kikjh vius Ik’kqvksa ds lkFk ;gka vkrs gSaA blesa Js"B uLy ds i’kqvksa ds Lokeh dks iqjLd`r Hkh fd;k tkrk gSA ;gka 25 gt+kj ls Hkh vf/kd ÅaVksa dk O;kikj gksrk gSA ;g laHkor% ÅaVksa dk lalkj Hkj esa lcls cM+k esyk gSA bl nkSjku O;kikjh ÅaVksa dh lokjh djk dj [k+jhnkjksa dks viuh vksj yqHkkrs gSaA jkT; iz’kklu Hkh bl esys dks fo’ks"k egÙo nsrk gSA LFkkuh; iz’kklu bl esys dh O;oLFkk djrk gS ,oa dyk] laaLd`fr rFkk i;ZVu foHkkx bl volj ij lkaLd`frd dk;ZØeksa dk vk;kstu djrk gSA iq"dj esa ljLorh unh ds Luku dk lokZf/kd egÙo gSA ;gka ljLorh uke dh ,d izkphu ifo= unh gSA ;gka ij og ikap ukeksa ls cgrh gSA Hkkjr esa fdlh ikSjkf.kd LFky ij vkerkSj ij ftl la[;k esa i;ZVd vkrs gSa] iq"dj esa vkus okys i;ZVdksa dh la[;k mlls dgha vf/kd gSA buesa cM+h la[;k fons’kh lSykfu;ksa dh gksrh gS] ftUgsa ;g txg fo'ks"k :i ls ilan gSA esys ds le; ;gka dbZ laLd`fr;ksa dk feyu ns[kus dks feyrk gSA ,d

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lSykfu;ksa ds fy, LFkkuh; laLd`fr o yksd&dyk dks ns[kus dk ,d izHkko'kkyh ek/;e lkfcr gksrk gS ;g vkd"kZd iq"dj esyk bl esys esa vkidks yksdu`R; dh lqanj NVk ns[kus dks feysxh ¼eq[; i`"B½ bl egksRlo esa vki tedj [+kjhnkjh Hkh dj ldrs gSa ¼ck,a½ ,oa ;gka ij vkidks e#LFky ds tgkt+ ;kuh fd ÅaV Hkh lts&/kts gh feysaxs ¼uhps½

rjQ rks esyk ns[kus ds fy, fons’kh lSykuh cM+h la[;k esa igqaprs gSa] nwljh rjQ jktLFkku o vklikl ds reke bykdksa ls vkfnoklh vkSj xzkeh.k yksx vius&vius Ik’kqvksa ds lkFk esys esa fgLlk ysus vkrs gSaA i;ZVdksa dh c<+rh #fp dks ns[krs gq, jkT; ds i;ZVu foHkkx us blesa dbZ jkspd xfrfof/k;ka Hkh tksM+ nh gSaA esyk LFky ds O;kid foLrkj esa gt+kjksa eos’kh] LFkkuh; O;kikfj;ksa dh lSdM+ksa xqefV;ka] ÅaV xkfM+;ka vkSj Msjk Mkys jktLFkkuh ifjokj rFkk ikjaifjd os’kHkw"kk esa ?kwers gt+kjksa L=h&iq#"k esys ds n`’; dk vge fgLlk gksrs gSaA

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rhu vksj igkfM+;ksa ls f?kjk iq"dj ,d euksje LFkku gSA fo’kky ljksoj ds pkjksa vksj lh<+huqek ?kkV cus gSaA bu ?kkVksa ij Nrfj;ka o eafnj cus gSaA ;gka dqy 52 ?kkV gSaA buesa xÅ ?kkV] okjkg ?kkV] ujflag ?kkV ,oa czãk ?kkV izeq[k gSaA ?kkV ij Luku ds ckn gh J)kyq eafnj esa n’kZu dks tkrs gSaA dbZ yksx ljksoj dh ifjØek Hkh djrs gSaA lqcg&’kke ;gka vkjrh gksrh gSA vufxur fo’ks"krkvksa ds dkj.k iq"dj dks rhFkZjkt dgus ds vykok ns’k dk ikapoka /kke Hkh dgk tkrk gSA ekU;rk gS fd pkj /kke ;k=k ds ckn ;gka czãk ds n’kZu vo’; djus pkfg,a rHkh ;k=k iwjh ekuh tkrh gSA iq"dj ljksoj esa dkfrZd iwf.kZek ij Luku dk fo'ks"k egÙo ekuk x;k gS D;ksafd blh vof/k esa czãk dk oSfnd ;K laiUu gqvk FkkA rc ;gka leLr nsoh&nsork ,df=r gq, FksA bl ikou volj ij Luku dh ijaijk lfn;ksa ls pyh vk jgh gSA 63

in flight

in-flight skin secrets Plane journey can affect your skin in many ways. Don't let the journey take a toll on your skin with these precautions follow It is handy to keep a hand cream to apply on rough skin patches when in flight as cabin pressure causes skin breakouts easily.

Apply moisturiser with ceramides for a healthy skin during long-haul flights.

Try to relax when you are on a flight. Donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t be anxious.

Anxiety is known to cause excessive sweating.

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ravelling can be both enjoyable and stressful depending on how well you are prepared for it. Having an inflight skincare routine is not about vanity. It is about keeping your skin safe and healthy as cabin pressure, recycled air and lack of oxygen inside an aircraft can wreak havoc on your skin. A lot of damage happens to your skin while flying, which includes dehydration, dullness and increased sensitivity. Cabin air contains only 20 per cent humidity, which is nearly half the amount that the skin needs to operate at its best. That means flying can be incredibly dehydrating for your skin and can even inflame sensitive skin conditions like eczema or rosacea.

before the flight Repairing and rebuilding the skin barrier, both by minimising aggressive cleansing techniques and by increasing barrier repair mechanisms is important as prep before your flight. Before you step on to your flight, remember to wash your face well so that you clean the skin of any dirt and deposits. Make sure you have a proper bath right before you leave for the airport. Use an exfoliator or a loofah to help your skin remain clear and clean and promote circulation. Apply a body lotion or after-bath oil.

during the flight

Low humidity levels in the cabin over long distances can lead to a decrease in hydration in the outer layer of the skin, which can account

for the tightness, dry eyes, and peeling.

So moisturising is a step that you should never miss. Also, keep yourself hydrated by drinking water. If you are on a long-haul flight, where you can sleep, you can actually apply a skin brightening serum while you snooze.

Keep makeup for later. At best, you can use a tinted moisturiser. If you must use makeup, then opt for mineral or a non-comedogenic one that won't clog your pores.

after the flight

As soon as you land, take some time to freshen up in the restroom. Wash your face and apply a toner before you put on any makeup post a long-haul flight.

Also, keep the makeup water-based and light to allow your skin to get used to the temperature differences.

About the Author

Dr. B. L. Jangid, MD Skin, is a dermatologist with more than 10 years of experience in new treatments, technology and research. He practices at SkinQure in Saket, New Delhi.

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Keep it simple with SIPs It is important that investors don't get carried away by bullish market sentiments and expect investment journey to be a smooth joy ride. They should not panic with the first news of market volatility It’s a universal truth that stock markets are dynamic and nonlinear.

Unfortunately, most investors get carried away by bullish market sentiments and expect investment journey to be a smooth joy ride. Outcome – disillusioned investors giving up on the idea of long term investment too soon and exiting investments at the wrong time.

Systematic Investment Plans (SIPs) offered by fund houses are meant to be a solution to this market timing conundrum faced by investors. However, most investors fail to understand the crux of SIPs and panic with the first news of market volatility.

Volatility in the market makes it imperative to address few common doubts about SIPs. What is an Ideal time horizon for SIP investments?

An SIP in equity scheme should be for tenure of at least 3-5 years to make the most of rupee cost averaging and mitigate risk of market timing. When you invest through SIPs over 3-5 years, likelihood of loss reduces significantly. As your investment horizon increases to 3-5 years, divergence between maximum and minimum possible returns reduces, thereby reducing the volatility of returns on your investment.

An ideal way of investing through SIPs would be to link it to a well defined financial goal and invest in a scheme that is suitable for your time horizon.

I started an SIP in a small cap fund at the beginning of the year. However, over the past 6 months the fund has yielded negative/low returns. Should I discontinue the SIP? It’s true that small cap and mid cap segments, which had a good year in 2017, have undergone some correction in 2018. However, it is important to continue SIPs during market downturns as investors can accumulate more

by buying more units at lower prices and vice versa.

If one could time the market then lumpsum investment would certainly outperform SIPs, but the question is whether one can really time the markets? One certainly cannot. This is where SIPs make a difference.

number of units with the same SIP installment, thereby reducing the average cost per unit of investment. This indeed is the essence of SIPs where investor accumulates more units at a lower NAV and vice versa. Contrary to public perception, market corrections are in fact a good time to start &/or continue an SIP.

Considering the volatility in markets and fears of correction, should I stop my SIP for few months and restart it later?

Renowned investor and fund manager Peter Lynch once said “Far more money has been lost by investors preparing for corrections, or trying to anticipate corrections, than has been lost in corrections themselves”. Market timing is fraught with risk. Changes in market can appear suddenly and almost randomly, making the risk of misjudgment significant. The beauty of SIPs lies in negating market timing risk and benefiting from market volatility through disciplined investing and rupee cost averaging. Attempting to time your SIPs by trying to identify perfect investing environment is a futile exercise and defeats the purpose of SIPs.

Is SIP really a good strategy vs lumpsum investment?

SIP is not a financial instrument but a simplified way of investing, which negates the fallacies of individual psychology and shields one from unpredictability of market. Historical data shows that in a consistently rising market, lumpsum investments would certainly outperform SIPs, as the cost of your investment would progressively increase with every SIP installment.

However, it is a well-known fact that markets do not rise consistently and do witness multiple ups and downs over time. In such volatile markets, SIPs perform relatively better than lumpsum investments due to rupee cost averaging

Should one start an SIP in solution oriented schemes?

Very few people are blessed with the gift of foresight. Consequently, planning for retirement is often overlooked by many till it is too late. Investment through SIPs in retirement schemes, which not only enable creation of corpus for retirement but, in some schemes, also save taxes u/s 80C, is an efficient way of planning for retirement.

Another long-term financial goal that causes financial stress for many families is children’s higher education. Cost of education has increased over the past few years, making it essential to plan ahead for such expenses through SIPs in Children’s Funds.

Ashok T. Kanawala, Vice President - Products & Business Development, HDFC Asset Management Co. Ltd.

"The opinions expressed here are those of the author alone and not of HDFC AMC, and should not be regarded as investment advice. Investors should obtain their own independent advice before taking a decision to invest in any securities."

MUTUAL FUND INVESTMENTS ARE SUBJECT TO MARKET RISKS, READ ALL SCHEME RELATED DOCUMENTS CAREFULLY.

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Belagavi Airport A GREENER, SMARTER AIRPORT

The Belagavi Airport is climbing the stairs of development and expansion while promoting art and culture at its premises

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istorically known as Venu Gram, meaning Bamboo Village, Belagavi city has got itself a new name, Kunda Nagri. Famed for its sweet dish, Kunda , a beautiful amalgamation of milk, sugar, curd and spice and its enormous sugarcane cultivation, Belagavi is now known as the â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Sugar Bowl of Karnataka.â&#x20AC;&#x2122; Snuggled in the foothills of the

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Western Ghats, Belagavi, 502 km from Bengaluru, is the epitome of natural beauty as it is surrounded by rivers, hills and dense, evergreen forests. It has also long been a centre for Jainism, which is a major draw for tourists. The kings that ruled Belagavi were devout practitioners of Jainism and that led to the construction of Jain temples like Kamal Basadi and Chikki Basadi here. aaiofficial

Belagavi also acts as a gateway to Aihole, a historical city that has more than 125 temples with rich and illustrious history. Pattadakal, Gokkal Falls, Badami, Hampi, Belagavi Fort and Rani Channamma (Kittur) Fort are the other popular tourist destinations in the vicinity.

Know Your Airport Director

Rajesh Kumar Maurya, currently serving as the Airport Director of Belagavi Airport, joined Belagavi Airport on May 17, 2017. He joined Airports Authority of India (AAI) on November 2, 1993 in Mumbai. He completed his Bachelorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Degree in Civil Engineering from IIT Roorkee in 1993 and Diploma in Business Management (DBM) from Mumbai. He has undertaken several initiatives, the most notable one being the Inauguration of upgraded Terminal Building at Belagavi Airport on September 14, 2017 and its subsequent commissioning on October 16, 2017.

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History and development

Post-Independence, Indian Airlines was the first airline operator to start operations at Belagavi Airport. The Ministry of Civil Aviation took control of the Belagavi Airport in the year 1962.

In the 90's, only five passenger airlines served at the Belagavi Airport-EastWest Airlines, Gujarat Airways, Indian Airlines, NEPC Airlines and Vayudoot.

However, by the end of the decade, all the airlines ended their flights to the airport.

Spread approximately across 746 acres, Belagavi Airport was revamped in 2003 with the commercial flights of Air Deccan providing flight service from Bengaluru, Kolhapur and Mumbai. After Air Deccan merged with Kingfisher Airlines in 2008, flight operations were stalled in 2009 citing low occupancy.

In 2010, Belagavi Airport grew when the Airports Authority of India (AAI) and Government of Karnataka signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU). SpiceJet was the first to start operations at Belagavi Airport in November 2012, with flights from Bengaluru, leading to a remarkable hike in passenger traffic.

Airport Facilities

The Belagavi Airport has been developed to handle A-320 aircraft operations from the earlier ATR-72/ Bombardier Q-400 aircraft to cope with increased passenger growth. The New Terminal Building will be able to handle peak hour capacity of 300 passengers at a time. It covers an area of 3600 sq.m. and the structure is made of glass and steel. The foundation has been designed for Seismic Zone-III and the building is energy-efficient with a roof skylight and curtain-wall glazing. It is equipped with several facilities and amenities like check-in-counters, central air 69

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conditioning, two arrival conveyor belts, one elevator, Flight Information Display (FID) system, Public Announcement (PA) system and comfortable seating capacity. For the safety and security of the passengers, the New Terminal Building is equipped with fire fighting and fire alarm systems, CCTV and baggage scanners, etc.

Belagavi Airport gave a warm welcome to Hon'ble President of India, Sh. Ram Nath Kovind on his visit to the prestigious Karnataka Law Society.

Green Features

The airport is equipped with a doubleinsulated roofing system. There is

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laurels Awarded the first prize in the Category-C Airports for best decoration, lighting and illumination on the occasion of Independence Day 2018.

The Customer Satisfaction Index improved from 3.75, Jan-June 2017 to 4.50 in the Jan-June 2018 period.

Belagavi Airport received a token of appreciation for cleanliness and welcoming gesture of AAI employees and other stake-holders, from Sh. Yogi Adityanath, Chief Minister of Uttar Pradesh, Sh. Shivaraj Singh Chauhan, Chief Minister of Madhya Pradesh, Dr. Raman Singh, Chief Minister of Chhattisgarh and many other dignitaries on different occasions.

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a provision for a skylight system to save energy at the airport. Belagavi Airport has also installed a 50 KLD Sewage Treatment Plant using MBBR Technology. Taking a step forward, the airport has also decided to re-use the treated water for horticulture purposes.

Belagavi Airport has used fly-ash bricks, low heat-gain glazing, partly LED lighting, energy efficient chillers and Variable Frequency Drive (VFD) for high capacity motors.

Local ArtWork

To promote art and culture, the New Terminal Building also has dedicated spaces to display artwork. The artwork enriches a passenger's experience by providing a glimpse of local history, culture, heritage, architecture and the cuisines of Belagavi. The artwork includes landscaping, painting and mural works. The airport plans to display selective artwork for sale to generate non-traffic revenue (10 per cent of the sale value will go to the AAI and the rest will be given to local artists.)

Services for differentlyabled (Divyangjan) To ensure a smooth experience for all, AAI has taken it in its stride to facilitate easy movement of the differently-abled. Following are some

of the measures taken at the airport premises: l Ramp facilities on the City and Air side of the Terminal Building. l Designated areas for car embarkment and disembarkment on the City Side of Terminal Building and in the car parking area. l Spacious toilets at Departure, Security Hold Area (SHA) and Arrival Area. l Courteous Terminal Management and AAI employees for welcoming them.

future plans Commissioning of a New Isolation Bay and New ATC Tower cum Technical Block cum Fire Station.

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Installation of Instrument Landing System at Belagavi Airport for safer operations in extreme weather conditions.

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Several steps are being taken by Belagavi Airport to increase passenger traffic movement and provide assistance in times of need, including: l Commissioning of New Doppler Very High-Frequency Omni-Directional Range (DVOR)/Distance Measuring Equipment (DME) in April 2018. l Work of Runway Strip of 150 m and drainage system almost completed by the Civil Engineering Team. l Contributed its bit towards the unprecedented flood situation in Kerala, by acting as a ‘Collect, Accumulate and Send’ medium to distribute relief material.

Approximately 500 tons of relief material consisting of dry food items, blankets, linen, medicinal items, drinking water, etc. was distributed. l Airbus-319 started their operations on August 10, 2018 with the Bengaluru-Belagavi-Bengaluru sector. The seat factor is more than 85 per cent. l Belagavi Airport celebrated the ‘Girls in Aviation Day (GIAD)-2018’ in collaboration with Women in Aviation International (WAI): India Chapter, on August 29, 2018. The event was aimed at making women aware of the diverse job opportunities available in the field of aviation.

Belagavi Airport is on its way in accomplishing growth and progress in the most environmental-friendly manner. The footfall at the airport has started to experience a rise as the city offers tourists a gateway to cultural heritage, equable climate and a wonderful cuisine.

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ensuring security Bringing aviation closer to people Words: Capt. Raj K. Malik, General Manager, Security, AAI

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ndiaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s security and safety industry is marching towards a period of high growth and the 21st India International Security Expo (IISE) 2018, organised by the Indian Trade Promotion Organization (ITPO) at Pragati Maidan, New Delhi showcased revolutionary ventures

in terms of technological expansion by the security and safety industry.

The exhibition was held in New Delhi from October 5-7, 2018, highlighting the strength of the Indian security and safety industry. The expo was inaugurated by Hon. Union Minister of State for Home Affairs Sh. Hansraj 1

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Gangaram Ahir. Airports Authority of India (AAI) and 69 other companies and vendors belonging to numerous fields including Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF), Central Industrial Security Force (CISF) and Central Paramilitary Forces (CPMF) were a part of the expo. Other Government of India security agencies and private vendors of security and safety equipment also participated in the expo, offering innovative solutions to the present security challenges posed in front of India.

AAI participated in the show for the first time and set up a pavilion at the event, which was inaugurated by Sh. I. N. Murthy, Member (Operations), AAI.

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AAI at the Expo

The Expo’18 covered an array of security management technologies that play a vital role in protecting and promoting the core safeties guaranteed under India’s constitutional democracy.

The stall at the event carried on-the-spot demonstration of the procedure of air travel AAI, aiming to provide solutions for total security as per the mandate of Indian Civil Aviation Security RegulatorBureau of Civil Aviation Security, showcased a security procedure that is important for first-time flyers at the airports. The stall at the event carried on-the-spot demonstration of the procedure and do's and don’ts of travelling by air. Detailed information was conveyed to the audience about the list of articles that are permitted in a flight as well as those that are prohibited. The objective of this exercise was to instill confidence in first-time flyers and establish trust with them for a hassle-free travel.

Recreating an airport experience

AAI educated the visitors by recreating an obligatory security drill that is

AAI bags Silver

AAI was bestowed with Silver Award for Excellence in Display in the Government Sector and PSUs category.

The prestigious award was received by Member (Operations), AAI at the ceremony organised by ITPO.

followed at Indian airports. AAI replicated the Security Hold Area (SHA) by demonstrating a Door Frame Metal Detector (DFMD), X-ray Baggage Inspection System (XBIS), Hand-Held Metal Detector (HHMD) and Explosive Trace Detector (ETD) to familiarise first-time flyers with the airport security procedures.

One of the most interesting equipment that attracted many attendees was the Futuristic Technology Full Body Scanner, which is yet to be introduced in India. It can automatically detect concealed objects hidden on a human body and even under clothing.

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Futuristic Technology: Body Scanner* Inspection mode Non-contact, safe, no Ionising radiation Scan time

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AAI's stall had videos displaying achievements, including the Regional Air Connectivity Scheme-UDAN and AAI’s vision and mission.

Pioneering security developments

India is one of the world’s largest importers of security and defence equipment. Acknowledging that security is crucial and relevant in today’s time, given the rise in crime, upgrading security equipment is essential. A wide array of the latest products, services and innovative ideas for homeland security and crossspectrum technology-based security capabilities were highlighted at the expo. The event paved a new path for the development of cybersecurity

and skilled manpower. The expo became a platform for business opportunities by encouraging joint ventures and collaborative transfer of technologies that would further boost the domestic industry.

The purpose of the expo was to make the audience understand the technology used for security in the simplest manner and provide on-thespot demonstrations, which played an important part in generating interest. Technical seminars and delegation visits from India and overseas also helped the audience get acquainted with the security and safety process and equipment like fire alarms, fire-extinguisher and CCTV, technology from the topical CLOUD AAI_Official

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engineering, IP and networking, IT and communications, access control and biometrics.

Importance of Aviation Security for aai

The aviation industry's nature is currently extremely vulnerable due to the kind of

operations being carried out to capture international attention, like terrorism and cyber-attacks. As a control measure, international and national regulations are being laid down on aviation security as enshrined in Annex â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 17 of ICAO Manual, Security: Safeguarding International Civil Aviation Against Acts of Unlawful

Interference. AAI is committed to ensuring proper implementation of security standards by confirming that airlines, airport operators, ground handling agents and other agencies including government, semi-government and private agencies, strictly adhere to all the rules and regulations.

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A futuristic approach

AAI preparing their workforce to tackle real life fire situations with India's first simulator centre Words: Mohd Hanif, General Manager, Fire Safety Training, AAI 1

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training at the Fire Training Centre (FTC).

Recognising the need to use advanced training techniques and increase capacity, AAI recently introduced the Incident Command Management Training Centre (ICMS) and Aircraft Rescue and Fire Fighting (ARFF) driving simulators to create real-life fire emergency scenarios.

ICMS was inaugurated by Dr. Guruprasad Mohapatra, Chairman, AAI, on September 18, 2018 at Fire Training College Centre, New Delhi.

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The expediency of ICMS

AAI has established ICMS Simulation Centre at FTC in order to prepare its fire and rescue personnel to meet multiple complex situations that can be encountered in an airport environment during an exigency. The centre is capable of creating almost 1,200 different scenarios to give trainees maximum exposure in handling critical situations.

ICMS provides AAI with an instrument to evaluate and improve Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and incident command. Accredited with full membership of International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) TRAINAIR Plus, Fire Training College Centre, New Delhi is one of the few fire training centres in the world possessing state-ofthe-art simulators.

state-of-the-art Virtual Simulator

The simulator uses state-of-the-art, game-based visualisation and simulation technology to create realistic incident scenarios. The instructor can build any incident scenario from a virtual 3D library with thousands of 3D locations, vehicles, avatars, objects and incident types such as fire, smoke and hazardous material dangers. During a training session, one or more trainees can walk, drive or fly around in the simulated reality of the incident and respond to the situation at hand.

customised ICMS

The ICMS Simulator is customisable to match the reality at key AAI airports.

Two custom 3D Virtual Reality (VR) environment models were created for AAI, namely the Chennai International Airport and the Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport (CCU), Kolkata. In addition to these custommade airports, a large library of other 3D training locations is available in the Virtual Reality Training Software (XVR) including a newly-created, large generic airport environment. AAI project allows the object library to be further expanded with 30 new 3D aircraft, including two completely interactive planes (the B 777 and B 737) which can be used to simulate an evacuation or a fire in the cockpit, cargo, cabin & Auxiliary Power Unit (APU). Various vehicles have been

2. Chairman Dr. Guruprasad Mohapatra inaugurating the simulator

ICMS was inaugurated by Dr. Guruprasad Mohapatra, Chairman, AAI on September 18, 2018 at Fire Training College Centre, New Delhi

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3D modelled specifically for AAI as used in airports with customisation in terms of colours and logos. 3D avatars have also been generated using real skin colour and ethnic clothing. Furthermore, the software can be customised easily in terms of content to maximise reality of Indian conditions and standards.

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The new simulation system will help AAI to pioneer the Indian Incident Command Training Simulation Arena.

The simulation system along with XVR will enable incident responders to develop the required skills. Organisations worldwide use ICMS to provide complete, multi-agency emergency management training. In addition, the system will allow AAI the flexibility to utilise the system for training other organisations in India, including off-airport emergency response organisations.

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ICMS training centre

The ICMS Training Room is designed to allow an Incident Commander and up to four Sub-Commanders to manage a large-scale airport incident response.

It is the Incident Commander Station from where the Incident Commander commands the on-scene operations. The Incident Commander has a complete view of the incident on a 130 degree visual display and communicates with his staff either in person or by radio, making decisions based on the information he has gathered or from what he has observed.

Each team's training station has a large 65-inch diagonal Ultra High-Definition LED monitor for viewing the incident, a joystick for moving around the virtual incident scene, a desk for laying out plans and maps, and a workstation along with 24-inch monitor.

The ARFF Driving Simulator The ARFF driving simulator is used for training drivers and operators of the airport Crash Fire Tenders (CFT). In the ARFF CFT simulator, the trainees are able to drive to the incident scene and perform firefighting operations and Turret operations from within the CFT minicab station. The trainees communicate by radio with the Incident Commander and the other trainees involved in the exercise. The CFT minicab station provides airport fire-fighting crew commanders and drivers the opportunity to train for operational skills such as: l Vehicle and Turret Operation l Basic Driving and Positioning l Fire Fighting and Rescue Operations l Spillage Containment l Damage Mitigation l Resource Control l Teamwork & Command and Control

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Fire Training College Centre, New Delhi is only one of the few fire training centreâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s in the world possessing state-of-the-art simulators integrated with the XVR Simulator to help summarise and analyse the exercises carried out at ICMS Centre.

The room has a conference table and sitting capacity of 15 persons to brief and debrief the trainees. The room is designed as an additional training room to allow Command Post/ Emergency Operations Centre staff to participate in the exercise. In a major airport emergency exercise, this room would be used by the Airport Crisis Management Team to coordinate the response, business continuity and recovery measures.

Network and UPS rooms

The ICMS Training Centre is equipped with a high quality, resilient IT infrastructure. A climate-controlled room contains network and server racks with raised flooring. The UPS room includes the main panel, UPS

Panel and 60 KVA Modular UPS with raised flooring.

AAIâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s collective interest

The vision is to help save lives by creating flexible, reliable and user-friendly simulation tools where learning is the key, and the instructor is in control. Training is vital as it gives a real-life exposure to the trainees and equips them to tackle emergencies. Additionally, the simulator has great revenue generation potential for AAI as there are no other such existing facilities in India yet. Installation of such advanced training instrument will attract a greater number of sponsored trainees from private airports, other countries, state governments and security forces, which could consequently increase the revenue and recover the cost. It also has the ability to give AAI training establishments an edge over other training centres.

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