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India

adventure

Ulley Valley in Ladakh is famous for snow leopards

heritage

Hidden natural and cultural sites of Karnataka

AAI update

AAI steps in to safeguard the environment

pleasing the

rain gods celebrating 'sawan' all across the country

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Chairman's Message

AAI is committed to contribute its part towards environment management in the field of infrastructural development and Air Traffic Management Dr. Guruprasad Mohapatra Chairman, AAI

Dear Readers,

magazine will walk you through the essential details about the C-ATFM in this issue.

The Airports Authority of India (AAI) is committed towards upgrading itself continuously with best in class system technology and knowledge for streamlining day-to-day operations bringing higher efficiency and transparency. Progressing on the similar path, AAI has signed an agreement with NTrust Infotech – Anarock Consortium recently in order to make asset documentation a robust and real time process. This move will help in asset rationalisation, lease administration and related services on a pan-India basis through cutting edge Lease Administration Technology. The three year agreement will help in identifying the best potential of land asset, which in turn will improve revenue stream for AAI, further resulting in transparency, better management control and monitoring of costs for AAI.

The growth trends in the India Aviation sector, despite the closure of Jet Airways, are very encouraging. As increased air traffic is expected in India in near future, it demands a corresponding effort to utilise their capacity efficiently. India has already made a mark in global air traffic harmonisation with the successful implementation of the Central Air Traffic Flow Management (C-ATFM), making India the seventh country to have this centralised system after the United States, Europe, Australia, South Africa, Japan and Brazil.

The World Environment Day was celebrated across all AAI airports and offices with much dedication. Acknowledging the estimate of the International Civil Aviation Organisation (ICAO) that air transport is responsible for 2% of total global CO2 emissions, AAI is committed to contribute its part towards environment management in the field of infrastructural development and Air Traffic Management. In this issue, please read about the steps taken towards environment management by AAI that caters to the global need of safeguarding environment.

For dynamically assessing the airspace situation and capacity optimisation, the C-ATFM Central Command Centre Complex was recently inaugurated by Hon’ble Minister of State (I/c) for Civil Aviation, Shri. Hardeep Singh Puri. The

Moving ahead, AAI has recently signed its Annual Performance Contract i.e.

Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) for the year 2019-20 with the Ministry of Civil Aviation. The yearly contract specifies various parameters and targets that need

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to be performed by AAI during the year.

Apart from the targets in the field of Finance, Research & Development, Human Resource Development, Airport Service Quality (ASQ), and Cargo, AAI has also undertaken an ambitious target of `5160 crores towards Capital Expenditure on airport infrastructure development.

Height clearance is considered to be one of the important components for airport operations. A building or any such unit having more than permissible height can pose a serious danger especially during take-off and landing phases, creating an unsafe glide path for an aircraft. To keep in check the mushrooming of the high-rise buildings, AAI uses No Objection Certificate Application System (NOCAS), which accepts online applications for height clearance. Read more about the awareness workshop recently conducted on NOC in this month’s issue.

The port city in the state of Karnataka, Mangaluru, which is considered to be a major destination for IT companies, is witnessing rising number of travellers every day. Sitting 14 kilometres North-East of the city centre, Mangaluru International Airport serves the coastal belt of Dakshina Kannada and the Northern parts of Kerala.

The airport connectivity to Mumbai, Bengaluru, Hyderabad, Chennai and New Delhi has been a boon for the passengers travelling to and from Mangaluru. Get an insight into the development taking place at this airport in this issue of the magazine.

AAI wishes to serve its passengers, as its first and foremost objective remains to provide a comfortable journey filled with safety. Join AAI in its journey on our various social media platforms and subscribe to the AAI’s e-magazine for better shared communication. Happy Reading!

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Detour

Head over to Kerala to enjoy monsoon amidst the backwaters

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Adventure

Ulley Valley in Ladakh is famous for sighting of snow leopards

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Palate

Indulge in exemplary cuisine of Arunachal Pradesh

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Words of Encouragement

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Bollywood actor Suzanne Bernert talks about her favourite airports

A note of thank you to the staff of security check at Kolkata Airport. I had forgotten my earphones

30 Heritage

Kids-friendly places you must visit with your family in Delhi-NCR

46 Breathe

it was securely kept by one of

An offbeat trail to the natural and cultural sites of Karnataka

34 Inbound

during the security check but

Monsoon calls for festivals and celebrations all across the country

the staff members. @VINI_PUNE

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AAI has made India proud by a commendable performance with the inauguration of CATFM Complex at New Delhi. @AMUGHA2009

Kolkata airport is both in & out high on aesthetics. It is safe & stunning and Bengal certainly is celebrated all over but in a

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muted understated manner. @em_basu

Indore Airport is so well structured. It is safe as well as stunning and the artwork represents the culture really well. @aaiidrairport @ABHISARCHANDRAA

A masked performer during Hemis Festival

AAI Updates 24 AAI takes steps

towards safeguarding the environment

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Airport is setting high standards for airport safety

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The security staff of the airport was so well disciplined and well behaved as I had lost my handbag at the Mangaluru Airport but it was handed over to me by one of the staff members when I went back after almost two hours. @SHREYAJAIN45097031

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mark your calendar A list of festivals and events taking place in the month of July

July 2-24 /2019

Pandharpur, Maharashtra

Palkhi Festival

Highlighting a unique feature of the Maharashtrian culture, this 1000-year old festival is celebrated across Maharashtra. The palki begins at the start of the month, with people singing and dancing on their way to Pandharpur, where the march ends on the 22nd day.

The custom of â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;wariâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; and people wearing Dnyanoba-Tukaram is amusing to witness.

Dilli Haat, Janakpuri, New Delhi

International Mango Festival The mango festival is popular in North India. During the twoday festival, buyers get to choose from over 500 different varieties of mangoes on display. Other mango products like jams and dips are also up for sale. A mango eating competition is held at the festival where the contestants attempt to consume three kgs of mangoes in three minutes.

July 9-10 /2019

Hyderabad, Telangana

July 7-28 /2019

Bonalu festival Bonalu means feast in Telugu, and it signifies the offerings (rice cooked in milk and jaggery) presented to Goddess Mahakali in return for fulfillment of vows.

The festivities are first held at Mahakali Temple in Golconda Fort where women carry decorated clay pots on their heads to the temple.

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International Youth Contest “Together Against Corruption” Online Poster/Video Competition-01.06.2019 to 30.09.2019  The Contest is open to the Nationals of the Interstate Anti-Corruption Council and the BRICS countries (Individual authors and Creative Teams, Individuals and Legal entities) between the age group of 14-35 years.  Poster/Video on the theme “Together Against Corruption” to be made as per the specification provided in Contest rules.  Every Participant/Contestant has to register on the official website http://anticorruption. life/en and create his/her personal account.  Works of participant to be uploaded on website through his/her registered account.  Works should meet the Goal, Objectives and Restrictive requirements of the contest.  The contest will be held in two stages:

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happenings

July 11-12 /2019 Nhangattiri Bhagavathy Temple, Pattambi, Kerala

Parippally Gajamela

This is a ritual, which aims to please Lord Ganesh for the removal of obstacles and fulfilment of wishes.

Elephants are usually seen decorated and gathered around during most of the festivals in Kerala. However, during the elephant feeding ritual, they remain unadorned. They are taken inside the temple premises and given a delicious feast of sugarcane leaves, coconut, jaggery and other local produce by people who come to worship them.

All across the country

Guru purnima

The author of Mahabharata Vyasa is worshipped on the day of Guru Purnima. Students all across the country pay respect to their teachers and elders with gifts of coconut, clothes, and sweets.

July 16 /2019

River Pamba, Kerala

July 15 /2019

Champakulam Moolam Boat Race The famous boat race of Kerala witnesses the participation of colourfully decorated snake boats along with traditional music and water floats.

Ziro, Arunachal Pradesh

Dree Festival

Far from the mainstreams of India, lies an unexplored beauty, Arunachal Pradesh, which celebrates the Dree Festival.

As the state has agriculture as its main occupation, Dree is celebrated in the month of July when the state is under the spell of monsoons. Dree is a festival of joy where locals celebrate by participating in folk music and dance competitions.

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AAI Update

Beware of the fake

job offers!

BE ALERT

It has been found that fraudulent recruitment advertisements and job offers are being made by some unscrupulous elements forging Airports Authority of India (AAI)’s name/logo and trying to deceive people by making false promises of offering them a job in AAI. Certain unidentified websites have also been noticed with vacancies of AAI’s position on their websites.

KEEP IN MIND

Beware when these people ask for sensitive personal, financial information and payments for job offers. To clarify, no websites or agencies have been authorised by AAI, either to show vacancy positions in their site or to accept any application for recruitment for AAI’s vacancies.

BE VIGILANT

This is to inform that all the vacancies & recruitment are notified on AAI’s official website only and sometimes in Employment News/Rojgar Samachar and other leading Indian newspapers.

Link to apply for vacancies is available only on AAI’s official website www.aai.aero/en/careers/ recruitment and not on any other website. The applications fee is payable at the time of online registration and no other payments are sought at any other stage of recruitment. By this notice, it is brought to the knowledge of all concerned to exercise caution and not to be misled by false advertisements. AAI is not responsible, in any way, for any loss/ or damage caused by the action of such unscrupulous elements.

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AIR intel

The latest happenings from the Airports Authority of India M0U signed between AAI and CHIAL A Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was signed between AAI and Chandigarh International Airport (CHIAL) for its Annual Performance Contract 2019-20.

The MoU specifies various parameters and targets that need to be accomplished

by CHIAL during the year. The MoU includes an ambitious target in the field of Finance, Capacity-Utilisation, improvement in Airport Service Quality (ASQ) and Non-Aeronautical Revenue over the previous year.

Towards Greener Environment

AAI Cares

Air Traffic Controllers (ATCOs) of AAI felt proud giving the accountability of estimates for reducing carbon footprint in the sky on June 5, the World Environment Day. The ATCOs at Guwahati Airport also facilitated the direct routing of all concerned airlines in Guwahati Flight Information Region, for which advance coordination was done with Eastern Air Command, IAF Shillong.

PRIDE OF AAI

AAIâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s executive from NER, Sh. Vijay Prakash (Vijay Vijan), Manager (OL) has been selected by the Ernest Centre Culturel Ernest Renan, Treguier France for international "Award of Distinction" for his artistic expertise and overall cultural and social contribution.

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AAI team at NSCBI Airport, Kolkata, helped transport a live 'Heart' from Mumbai Airport to Fortis Hospital Kolkata on May 28. All necessary arrangements were made on the ground to ensure speedy clearance via Green Corridor to the hospital.

New Airbus introduced

The Singapore Airlines has recently introduced the Airbus A350-900 medium-haul aircraft on the Kolkata-Singapore sector. The inaugural flight SQ517 departed from NSCBI Airport, Kolkata at 0024 hrs on June 4, 2019 with 198 passengers on board.

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STRESS Management Stress has become a common occurrence in the aviation industry severely affecting the body clock of airline pilots, cabin crew, air traffic controllers and air passengers. To address the issue, AAI has proactively customised a unique modern scientific technique infused with ancient yogic breathing practices called SKYFIT to help those in need march towards a quality healthy life.

Photo gallery inaugurated at Jaipur Airport

A dedicated photo gallery on the life of Father of the Nation, Mahatma Gandhi, was recently inaugurated at Jaipur Airport celebrating the 150th year of his birth. The gallery is located on the 2nd floor in the Security Hold Area.

Photography Exhibition at Indore Airport The Devi Ahilya Bai Holkar International Airport, Indore, witnessed first of its kind photography exhibition organised by the United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF) at its premises. The event was inaugurated in the presence of the Airport Director to mark the completion of 30 years of signing the Convention on the Rights of the Child. The exhibition showcased pictures taken by adolescents from Jhabua, Madhya Pradesh who were taught photography skills for the first time.

Distribution of smart cane for visually impaired

Under its Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR), AAI sanctioned 30 Smart Cane Device to Government Blind School, Cooch Behar.

Smart Cane Devices facilitate the mobility of a visually impaired.

5TH INTERNATIONAL YOGA DAY CELEBRATIONS AAI celebrated the 5th International Yoga Day with full energy and enthusiasm at Corporate Headquarters, AAI. The event focused of positive body change as the staff members of AAI and the Ministry of Civil Aviation (MoCA) took a pledge to keep their mind and body active and fit through yoga asanas.

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Accelerate the Interventions to Combat Non-Communicable Diseases

An appeal by Union Minister for Health and Family Welfare In India, nearly 5.8 million people (WHO report, 2015) die from NCDs every year. One in four Indians has a risk of dying from an NCD before they reach the age of 70 years

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on-communicable diseases (NCDs) are one of the major challenges for public health in the 21st century, not only in terms of human suffering they cause but also the harm they inflict on the socioeconomic development of the country.

NCDs kill approximately 41 million people (71 per cent of all global deaths) worldwide each year, including 15 million people who die too young between the ages of 30 and 69 years. Though the majority of premature NCD deaths are preventable.

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NCDs are rapidly increasing globally and have reached epidemic proportions in many countries, largely due to globalisation, industrialisation, and rapid urbanisation with demographic and lifestyle changes.

According to World Health Organisation (WHO) projections, the total annual number of deaths from NCDs will increase to 55 million by 2030, if timely interventions are not done for prevention and control of NCDs. In India, nearly 5.8 million people (WHO report, 2015) die from NCDs every year. One in four Indians has

a risk of dying from an NCD before they reach the age of 70 years.

“India: Health of the Nation’s States”, a report by Ministry of Health and Family Welfare (MOHFW), The Government of India (GOI) in 2017 reported that there is increase in the contribution of NCDs from 30 per cent of the total disease burden - ‘disability-adjusted life years’ (DALYs) in 1990 to 55 per cent in 2016 and also an increase in proportion of deaths due to NCDs (among all deaths) from 37 per cent in 1990 to 61 per cent in 2016.

This shows a rapid epidemiological transition with a shift in disease burden to NCDs.

Non-communicable diseases (NCDs) are chronic diseases of long duration and are the result of a combination of genetic, physiological, environmental and behavioural factors.

The major NCDs are cardiovascular diseases, cancers, chronic respiratory diseases and diabetes.

Physical inactivity, unhealthy diets (low in fruits, vegetables, and whole grains, but high in salt, sugar and fat), tobacco use (smoking, secondhand smoke, and smokeless tobacco), and the harmful use of alcohol are the main behavioural risk factors for NCDs. Air pollution is also leading risk factor for NCDs in terms of both outdoor air pollution and household air pollution.

Although morbidity and mortality from NCDs mainly occur in adulthood, exposure to risk factors begins in early life. Therefore, tackling NCDs and its risk factors have great importance to young people as well.

Actions to beat noncommunicable diseases

The epidemic of NCDs cannot be halted simply by treating the sick; healthy persons have to be protected by addressing the root causes. Reducing the major risk factors for NCDs is the key focus of MOHFW to prevent deaths from NCDs. MOHFW, GOI is already implementing “National Programme for Prevention and Control of Cancer, Diabetes, Cardiovascular disease and Stroke” (NPCDCS) with the objective to increase awareness on risk factors, to set up infrastructure (like NCD clinics, cardiac care units) and to carry out opportunistic screening at primary health care levels.

NCDs are chronic diseases of long duration and are the result of a combination of genetic, physiological, environmental and behavioural factors In response to the “WHO Global Action Plan for the Prevention and Control of NCDs 2013-2020”, India is the first country to adopt the National Action Plan with specific national targets and indicators aimed at reducing the number of global premature deaths from NCDs by 25 per cent by 2025. The global action plan has suggested nine targets for countries to set. But India has taken an unprecedented step of setting a tenth target to address household air pollution.

India’s National Monitoring Framework for Prevention and Control of NCDs has committed for a 50 per cent relative reduction in household use of solid fuel and a 30 per cent relative reduction in prevalence of current tobacco use by 2025.

Integration of NPCDCS with the National Health Mission (NHM) resulted into augmented infrastructure and human resources particularly in the form of frontline workers- the ANM and the ASHA. With the active participation of these frontline workers the population-based periodic screening of hypertension, diabetes, and common cancers (oral, breast, cervical cancers) is initiated to facilitate the early detection of common NCDs. Integration of AYUSH with NPCDCS is a step further for promoting healthy lifestyle changes among

the population. Health promotion through social media is also being used to generate awareness about prevention and control of NCDs, such as use of mobile technology in applications called mDiabetes for diabetes control; mCessation to help quit tobacco; and No More Tension as a support for mental stress management.

Recently during a high level meeting to review the status of NPCDCS, Dr. Harsh Vardhan, Union Minister for Health and Family Welfare suggested an integrated approach with multi-sectoral coordination, health promotion and health systems strengthening for prevention and control of NCDs. He emphasised the need for aggressive interventions for adopting a healthy lifestyle by all people through awareness campaigns at all levels. This can be done by creating a mass movement with ‘Jan bhagidari’ where the energy and knowledge of all stakeholders and partners can be channelised. He also appreciated that more than 6.53 crore people have been screened for NCDs in the country.

All people should join together to reduce premature deaths from NCDs by one third by 2030, the commitment made in 2015, as a part of Sustainable Development Goals. Young people can contribute in different ways to prevent NCDs such as sharing information/ targeted messages on key risk factors about NCDs on social media; organising and supporting interventions to ensure and promote well-being for all people, at all ages.

Unite in the fight against NCDs by: Being physically active, choosing healthy diets, saying no to tobacco, reducing harmful use of alcohol, promoting cleaner cities to combat air pollution and providing universal health coverage.

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It is one of Indiaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s five highest-altitude airports, located at a height of 1,399 m or 4,590 feet.

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It boasts of being the highest environmentfriendly retaining wall in Asia and one of the finest engineering feats of the Airports Authority of India.

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The airport is an engineering marvel in its own class, which has been constructed by cut and fill of earth in hill slope.

Geogrid, a green technology with high strength has been used to create almost vertical retaining walls.

The challenging Pakyong Airport project was completed in 92 months.

The airport has been developed as Greenfield airport for operation of ATR-72/ Q-400 type of aircraft.

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Life, nation

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Tanushree Podder's No Margin For Error takes an incisive look at the patriots who risk it all to stand in the line of fire. She speaks to Airports India Photos: Roli Books

How important is your husband's role in your books on Army men?

Writing on any subject requires an indepth knowledge of the same, and when it comes to writing on Army men, it is doubly important to know the subject very well. One can’t make mistakes, as far as facts are concerned. It is one of the reasons why outsiders find it difficult to write on Army life. To that extent, as an Army wife, I have an advantage of having had the opportunity to observe the details at a close range for many years.

Ideally only a cadet can tell you about the little things that take place in the academy. This is where my husband played a key role. To be honest, the three books couldn’t have been written without his contribution.

What is special about the book No Margin for Error?

No Margin for Error takes readers through a very different experience of an Army officer’s life, right from his posting at the first unit, to training in the Himalayas, to joining the Special Forces and being assigned to flush out the terrorists during 26/11 Mumbai attack.

Unlike most books written in the genre, No Margin for Error deals with facts as well as human emotions. People tend 22

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to think of soldiers as strong and valiant characters, who are forever ready to lay their lives in the line of fire. They forget that they are not robots, but human beings. Like every other person, they also have their fears and insecurities.

They have their share of joys, sorrows and heartbreaks. They also have a love life. My books take readers to all those corners of their superhero lives.

What are the challenges that come with being an Army men's wife?

Army wives are resilient, courageous and multi-tasking individuals. When the husband is posted to far-flung border areas, or he is fighting the unknown enemies in the form of terrorists, the wife performs the duty of a mother as well as the absentee father. She handles the practical day-to-day requirements, often holds a job, brings up the children, more importantly, she covers the anxiety for her husband with a smiling and cheerful front. She goes through living death every single day but she doesn’t have the luxury of wallowing in worry. This requires a lot of mental and emotional strength.

You are a passionate traveller. Where all have you travelled to India?

My father was an enthusiastic traveller, so we travelled through the length and breadth of the country. Then as an Army

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wife, I have travelled to distant places where my husband was posted. We have been transferred 19 times during his career, often to far-flung places, which allowed me to travel to several places like Hathigor, Tawang, Aizwal, Agartala, Shillong, Bengaluru as well as Bikaner.

Since my husband is also fond of travelling, we drove around the states he was posted to and as a result, we have travelled to many states.

Which are your favourite regional airports in India? And what is the best thing about these airports?

Among the small airports, I like the Devi Ahilya Bai Holkar Airport, Indore, Dabolim Airport at Goa, and Chandigarh Airport. The Indore Airport is one of the cleanest airports, Dabolim airport has a number of check-in counters, so fliers don’t have to queue for a long time for check-in and the Chandigarh Airport has integrated eco-friendly features in its design.

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for the bibliophiles Get your hands on the latest books by noted authors Raavan: Enemy of Aryavarta

Westland A land in tumult, poverty and chaos.

Most people suffer quietly but a few rebel. Some fight for a better world.

Some for themselves. Some don’t give a damn. Fathered by one of the most illustrious sages of the time.

Blessed by the Gods with talents beyond all. Cursed by fate to be tested to the extremes.

A formidable teenage pirate, Raavan is filled with equal parts courage, cruelty and fearsome resolve. A resolve to be a giant among men, to conquer, plunder and seize the greatness that he thinks is his right. A man of contrasts, of brutal violence and scholarly knowledge. A man who will love without reward and kill without remorse.

The first book of Amish's Ram Chandra series Ram: Scion of Ikshvaku was published in 2015 and it tells the story of Lord Ram from his birth till the time Sita is abducted. The second

Tiger Hunting Stories

book Sita: Warrior of Mithila was released in 2017 and it tells Sita’s story from her birth till the point where she is abducted by Raavan. This third book of the series sheds light on Ravaan, the king of Lanka. And the light shines on darkness of the darkest kind. Is he the greatest villain in history or just a man in a dark place, all the time?

HarperCollins Publishers India is famous for Jim Corbett’s tales of hunting man-eaters in the Kumaon region. Equally fascinating are the tiger hunting tales that senior bureaucrats recount, of achievements real and imagined, when they look back on their careers.

K. Pradeep Chandra has many stories of this kind to tell, and for those interested in IAS, they are of immense use.

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Half Men

Niyogi Books Asim Mukhopadhyay’s Half Man tells about the Naxalite Movement in Bengal narrating the infamous CossiporeBaranagar massacres in north-east Calcutta in August 1971.

Saving India from Indira

Rupa Publications Saving India from Indira describes the events leading up to, and during Indira Gandhi’s Emergency, the darkest days of democratic India.

For the Love of a Man

Niyogi Books In this autobiographical fiction, Amrita unfolds her life story of breaking free from an invisible cage as she tries to uncover who she really is.

Hachette India On November 26, 2017, the Winklevoss brothers became the first bitcoin billionaires.

Here’s the story of their unthinkable victory. From the Silk Road to the halls of the Securities and Exchange Commission, Bitcoin Billionaires is a wild and surprising ride while illuminating a tantalizing economic future.

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PRIORITISING ENVIRONMENT

SAFEGUARDING AAI is all set to implement policies and invest in technological innovation that will help in sustainable development and promote responsible activities to safeguard the environment Words: Corporate Communications Team, CHQ, AAI

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very year since 1974, the United Nations celebrates the World Environment Day to encourage awareness amongst everyone so that each and everyone can take some crusading action to protect the environment. Celebrated over 100 countries, the World Environment Day is considered “people’s day” for taking care of the mother earth, be it local, national or global.

Drawing attention to pressing environmental concerns, every year an

event is celebrated around a theme. The theme for the year 2019 focuses upon one of the most critical conundra in today’s world, “Air Pollution”.

FIGHTING GLOBAL WARMING

The aviation industry has been continuously mulling over its carbon emissions that exceed far more than any other mode of transport. As per European Environment Agency, CO2 emission levels for road transportation stands at 158 gms per km, rail at 14 gms per km, while aviation sector emits maximum 285 grams of CO2 per km.

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The International Civil Aviation Organisation (ICAO) estimates that air transport is responsible for 2 per cent of the global CO2 emissions. Adding to the fact that aircraft also emit particles such as nitrogen oxides, this number goes up to five per cent of the total global warming. The global aviation industry has committed to improving fuel efficacy by 1.5 per cent per year from 2009 to 2020 and is stabilising its CO2 emissions in preparation for a 50 per cent reduction by 2050 compared to 2005.

FULFILLING COMMITMENTS

The trade association of the world’s airlines, International Air Transport Association (IATA) has forecasted that India and China alone will account for around 45 per cent of all additional passenger trips over the next two decades. With this huge surge in passenger footfall, it is expected of Indian aviation to chart the future roads striking a perfect balance between rapid infrastructural development and environmental management.

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AAI has instituted its Environment Policy reflecting the senior management’s commitment to fulfil environment obligation. The environment policy of AAI is directed towards the reduction in airport GHG emissions by implementing cost-effective carbon mitigation measures, creating green corridors and infrastructure and other environment management thereby proactively attending to the global need of safeguarding environment.

ENVIRONMENTAL INITIATIVES IN AIR TRAFFIC MANAGEMENT (ATM)

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Navigation (PBN), which includes continuous climb and descent operations. It allows aircraft to follow a flexible yet safe and optimum flight path delivering both environmental and economic benefits. Such measures are needed to improve the operational efficiency of aircraft operations as they reduce fuel burn, leading to a reduction in GHG emission.

Implementation of Departure Slot Management Departure Slot Management results in improvement of on-time performance of airlines reducing departure congestion and queuing of aircraft.

Quick departure, efficient climb profile, availability of preferred flight levels contribute towards a reduction in fuel burn and GHG emission.

Implementation of Central Air Traffic Flow Management (C-ATFM) C-ATFM helps manage air traffic flows (six hours in advance) strategically in the Indian sky ensuring reduction in delays and holding, optimisation of capacity due to air traffic congestion. Implementation of C-ATFM by AAI accrues benefits in terms of reduced carbon footprint embarking on green environment concept fuel saving.

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movements, AAI is setting up noise monitoring stations at three of its major airports – Chennai International Airport, Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport, Ahmedabad and Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, Kolkata – to measure and monitor noise level at all airports.

Airport Collaborative Decision Making (ACDM) ACDM involves all stakeholders to achieve optimum utilisation of airports, airspace and aircraft at Indian airports.

It helps save 14.9 million kg fuel per annum, 47 million kg reductions in carbon emission and helps reduce 1,241,000 minutes of taxi-time.

results in dynamic flight planning, reduced fuel consumption and operating cost along with a consequent reduction in carbon footprint.

CREATING GREEN INFRASTRUCTURE

A major thrust of AAI has been to create world-class and sustainable infrastructure development for the needs of the passengers. The yesteryears have witnessed effective regional connectivity growing in tier-2 cities. This kind of development does leave some considerable impact on the environment, so green initiatives like Green Building infrastructure, self-sustenance in energy use and almost zero waste disposal show AAI’s commitment towards sustainable development.

The environment policy of AAI is directed towards the reduction in airport GHG emissions

AAI’s environmentally sustainable terminal buildings are designed and constructed as per the Green Rating for Integrated Habitat Assessment (GRIHA) mandate. The key focus here is to adopt more green options in the selection of materials, procedures and equipment in projects as well as in operations and maintenance of the projects.

Flexible Use of Airspace Airspace of the nation is a finite asset.

Flexible Use of Airspace permits civil flight through military airspace when not being utilised by the military, promoting the share of airspace. It

WATER MANAGEMENT

Curtailing of the wastage of potable water, processing of wastewater and reusing the treated water are the major steps taken by AAI. The Sewage Treatment Plants (STP) and rainwater AAI_Official

harvesting are being provided by AAI along with an initiative on Stormwater management.

SOLID WASTE MANAGEMENT

The plan is to promote avoiding solid waste generation and, where possible, extract value from the remaining waste with the ultimate goal of sending zero waste to landfills. AAI has taken up an initiative to set up a comprehensive Solid Waste Management System in accordance with Solid Waste Management Rules, 2016 and directives under Environment Protection Act, 1986 at six airports namely Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, Kolkata; Coimbatore International Airport; Trivandrum International Airport; Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport, Varanasi; Biju Patnaik International Airport, Bhubaneswar and Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport, Ahmedabad, in the first phase. The second phase will witness a solid waste management system getting established at 28 AAI airports where annual passenger traffic is one million and more.

SOLAR POWER PROJECTS

Withstanding the purpose of mitigating GHG emissions, rooftop/groundmounted Solar PV power plants have been successfully installed by AAI to generate Green Energy at 39 of its

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Emphasis has been made on the use of energy-efficient chillers, motors and Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs) to reduce the energy consumption at airports without compromising the comfort level. LED light fittings are to be used in all the future projects as well as replacement of existing conventional type light fittings by energy efficient light fittings.

onverting food waste C into compost on the site. aper and plastic waste P are being handed over to recyclers. sed oil, E-waste and BioU medical waste are being disposed-off to State Pollution Board.

CONTINUOUS ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY MONITORING

etting up of a paper S recycling unit that converts paper waste collected from AAI offices for paper stationery products.

Another significant initiative is to develop green corridors along the national highways leading to airports.

The initiative has also been taken to commission integrated online environmental monitoring stations at some of the airports to check the quality at regular intervals.

t present, AAI’s 35 A airport terminals have been declared as “SingleUse Plastic Free” through a third party assessment

by Quality Council of India (QCI). In phase- II, 20 airports have been selected for making airport terminal “Singleuse plastic free”.

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The rising passenger traffic needs an infrastructure that provides the best possible service to the flyers. However, it needs to be balanced against the impact air travel is having on the global environment. Noise and air pollution – both from aircraft and from airport ground operations poses as a major problem. The global aviation industry is currently working hard to increase the usage of fuel alternatives, those based on biomass have the potential to reduce aviation carbon emissions by up to 80 per cent. AAI has already taken the brave step of testing a biofuel-run aircraft. Private carrier SpiceJet flew a Bombardier Q-400 turboprop aircraft on biofuel from Dehradun to New Delhi last year in August.

AAI is upbeat to invest in technology and innovation that will considerably change the future of energy consumption. The organisation is committed to engaging in responsible activities that will limit, as well as reduce their social, ethical and environmental adverse impacts on society and the community.

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t is the prerogative of Airports Authority of India (AAI) to provide hassle-free air connectivity, develop and upgrade airport infrastructure and manage the civilian airspace across the country. Entrusted under the supervision of the Ministry of Civil Aviation (MoCA), AAI has recently inaugurated the Central Air Traffic Flow Management - Central Command Centre (C-ATFM) at Vasant Kunj, New Delhi.

India has already made a mark in global air traffic harmonisation, by implementing the centralised Air Traffic Flow Management sytem. The

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implementation of the C- ATFM Flow Management System has placed India seventh in number after the United States, Europe, Australia, South Africa, Japan and Brazil. Inaugurated by the Honâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ble Minister of State (I/c) for Civil Aviation, Shri. Hardeep Singh Puri, the event also witnessed the presence of Dr. Guruprasad Mohapatra, Chairman, AAI; Board Members and senior AAI officials.

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Air traffic in India continues to grow rapidly and this trend is likely to continue to expand in the future. Most airports in India are facing a massive infra

crunch with terminals handling much more passengers than their capacity.

The introduction of C-ATFM system is expected to cut down on flight delays by synchronising aircraft movement with real time conditions.

Traffic is expected to increase at many of the existing airports and the increased traffic demands a corresponding effort to utilise system capacity efficiently. This will require Air Traffic Flow Management (ATFM) capabilities for effective Demand and Capacity Balancing (DCB). The ATFM tools enable improved management of demand and capacity, and help the system stakeholders deal with increased complexity of the nationâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s air routes.

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resources viz., airport, airspace and aircraft at every Indian airport where there is a capacity constraint. Demand and capacity management aims to maximise the ATM system capacity whilst minimising the effects of the constraints. This will help achieve system-wide traffic optimisation through the application of demand and capacity balancing and traffic synchronisation.

A significant function of C-ATFM system is to integrate flight data from various subsystems like Air

Traffic Control (ATC) Automation System, flight updates and flight update messages. The system also demonstrates weather information along with static information about airports, airspaces and air routes. The system processes the demand and capacity information and provides decision-making tools to the ATFM flow manager for collaborative decision making ensuring regulated flow of traffic at each airport in India.

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Flow Management Positions (FMPs) at various airports, including Delhi, Mumbai, Chennai, Kolkata, Bengaluru and Hyderabad. Eight Defence airports are also part of the ATFM network, provided with FMPs. The commissioning of the Central Command Centre system of the C-ATFM Complex is a humble beginning, putting the Indian airspace in safer hands.

India is on a high growth trajectory and introduction of such technological capabilities is imperative to keep pace with this growth.

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Retreat Karnataka constitutes a kaleidoscope of natural and cultural sites. Flanked by the Western Ghats on the east and by the Arabian Sea on the west, it attracts people from far and wide Words: Rashmi Gopal Rao

The Kapu beach in Mangaluru

Sthalasâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; in coastal Karnataka, the Lord is highly revered here and the offering of "Mudde akki Kadabu", a regional speciality, is also considered sacred.

The latter are savoury dumplings made from a fermented batter of rice and black gram dal, which are steamed in handwoven moulds made from pine screw leaves.

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Similarly, the Sri Guddattu Vinayaka temple houses an idol that always remains submerged in water and has self-manifested in rock. The "Aayira Koda Seva" or the offering of one

The region is famous for the Annegudde Vinayaka temple in Kumbhasi located about 30 km from Udupi. Known as one of the 'Mukti

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thousand pots of water to the Lord, which is an elaborate Vedic ritual, is a unique feature of the temple. The temple town of Barkur is home to the Batte Vinayaka temple, which gets its name from the deity who wears a cloth around his waist. The temple is popular with vehicle owners and travellers who pray at the shrine before commencing their journey.

The Nandikeshwara temple at Mekkikattu houses idols being made of wood. The main shrine worshipped here is Nandi or the holy bull and the temple has around 156 wooden idols worshipped on a daily basis.

In nature's lap

If you are planning to spend tranquil moments on serene beaches while watching panoramic sunrises and sunsets, head to the Kapu beach, which is about 15 km from the Udupi town.

The Kapu beach is best visited during early mornings or during dusk as it gets hot during the afternoon. The beach is famous for its lighthouse that dates back to 1901 when it was installed for the purpose of guiding sailors and fishermen.

TRIVIA Coffee was cultivated for the first time in India at Chikmagalur, Karnataka, several centuries ago. Since then, Bababudangiri, Kodagu, Chikmagalur and Hassan have been the leading producers of coffee in the country, making Karnataka the largest exporter of coffee in India.

The Kodi Bengre beach, which is located about 18 km from Udupi, is a hidden gem. Come here to witness the confluence of river Suvarna and the Arabian Sea. A stunning spectacle replete with azure waters, swaying palms and colourful fishing boats bobbing up and down, Kodi Bengre is a paradise not to be missed. The little

Kodi Bengre is famous for its salt trading and offers beautiful views of the backwaters

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island of Uppinakudru, famous for its salt trading, offers beautiful views of the backwaters and mangroves.

Native produce and culinary delights

how to reach Karnataka has two major airports, Kempegowda International Airport, Bangaluru and Mangaluru International Airport.

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Mangaluru is famous for its indigenous variety of jasmine flowers, which are grown locally in the hamlet of Shankarpura. Elongated in shape and with a pinkish tinge, the flowers are sold in bundles or units called atte. The price of each bundle varies each day and is fixed by a central exchange! The flowers are exported to the Middle East and across India.

Mattu Gulla is a variety of green spherical brinjals grown in and around Mattu, a small village near Udupi. It is a regional speciality that you can buy in the local vegetable market. Known for its unique taste, the sambar prepared from gulla is a popular dish during festivals and celebrations. Before leaving, do try the piping hot golli bajjis (refined flour fritters) at Mitra Samaj, a small eatery just behind the Udupi Krishna temple. It is the perfect way to end your offbeat sojourn of the south!

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These parks are ideal for a fun-filled family day out, with a few of them adapting to cater to toddlers and small children, while also adding new features to make the parks more family-friendly.

Dedicated zones, easy rides and soft play areas are few initiatives where children can pass their time while older kids queue for the scarier rides.

KidZania, Noida

A safe, unique and interactive indoor theme park, KidZania empowers and educates kids through real-life role-play activities. Built like a city, it has complete paved roads, battery-operated cars, buildings, a functioning economy and its own currency. By blending reality with entertainment, it provides an authentic and powerful developmental platform where kids can discover, explore and learn about the real world. The realism of the role-play helps children learn about different careers, work and 34

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by Educationalists, Play Experts & Child Physiologists to aid and boost different behavioural skills and values in a child. KidZania is one of the most progressive family entertainment concepts in the world today with presence across 24 cities in 19 countries.

Timings: 10 am – 9 pm, and closed on Mondays.

Entry fees: `300-1400

Kingdom of Dreams, Gurugram

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National Bal Bhavan

Established in 1956 by the then Prime Minister of India Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru, National Bal Bhavan aims to nurture and enhance the creative ability of young children by providing them with an interactive environment.

completely. Heaven for fun enthusiasts, the place is worth a visit, especially with family. This fabulous place brings to life a blend of India's art, culture, heritage, craft, cuisine and performing art, all with the technological wizardry of today.

Inaugurated back in 2009, Kingdom of Dreams has ever since had a strong crowd going there every day. It houses a live entertainment theatre with new shows happening each month. It's like experiencing a whole tour of India under one roof representing the varied culture of the country. Being a gallery of Indian ethnology, it is often referred to as a “miniature of India”. The place fancies not only children but also the child within the adults.

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Timings: 12:30 pm – 12 am Tuesday to Friday, 12 pm – 12 am Saturday, Sunday and closed on Mondays.

Entry fees: `600 onwards.

Worlds of Wonder, Noida

Worlds of Wonder is North India's largest amusement and water park located in Noida Sector18. The main attractions at the park include boating, rain dance and a video game arcade.

They also have packages for celebrating special occasions like birthdays or anniversaries.

Timings: 10:30 am – 7 am, every day.

Entry fees: Depends on the package.

Adventure Island, Delhi

One of the most popular adventure parks in Delhi-NCR, it pours all dose of thrill and enjoyment and is a super

hit with kids and adults. This park will make you feel the adrenaline pumping as you head on for a ride. There is abundance of rides to choose from. It is indeed a great place to spend time with your family.

Timings: 11 am – 7 pm, every day.

Entry fees: Weekdays: `550 (Adults & Children) and `350 (Sr. Citizens).

Weekends/Holidays: `600 (Adults & Children) and `350 (Sr. Citizens).

Fun n Food Village, Delhi

The Fun N Food Village offers India's largest collection of water slides and attractions for kids. It is also a popular choice amongst the sports enthusiast seeking a thrilling detour in the city. It houses the largest wave pool in Delhi, which is more like a sea. Adventure rides, cultural programmes and performances make it one of the best places to have fun. It also has a special fun zone, freshwater pool, merry go round, rain dance and water guns for the kids. Take your children here in their vacations, for a memorable as well as nostalgic experience.

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God's Own Country Monsoons always cheer up the vacation vibe in Kerala Words: Aarti Kapur Singh

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magine a vast expanse of greenery – freshly washed – with a plethora of flora and fauna – that is Kerala during the monsoon season.

Tranquility, clean fresh air, silence, wellness and solitude are some of the other important luxuries offered by a holiday in 'God's Own Country' when you want to escape the city and spend time with yourself or a loved one.

The rain clouds gather from the Bay of Bengal and hurry to Kerala through the Palakkad Gap in the Western Ghats.

The landscape of Kerala is unbelievably lush and green during the monsoon – when the jungles grow a new cover, rivers display their might and one sees and hears the flora and fauna enjoying the bounties of nature. Also, contrary to the widely held belief, Kerala does not face the fury of the rain gods, just their love.

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Athirapally Falls, located about 47 kms from Thrissur, was one of the filming locations of the Aishwarya Rai Bachchan and Abhishek Bachchan starrer Bollywood film Guru and was also one of the locations for the megahit Bahubali.

One great benefit of visiting the state during the monsoon is that you don’t have to face the rush, which is normally seen during the peak season, that runs from October to March. This means an undisturbed sojourn among the serene backwaters, through the spice plantations, at an Ayurvedic retreat and its wildlife. What's even better is that monsoon is 'off season' – so tour operators and hotels offer incentives and attractive packages. The hotels often reduce their rates by almost 50 per cent to lure tourists to come to the state during the monsoons.

Communion With Nature

Kerala does not have incessant rains that stop all activity. Occasionally, the rains might stretch on for a few days but sunshine is never far away. These golden interludes provide an equilibrium to the natural flow of life in the southern state.

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Padmanabhaswamy Temple

Padmanabhaswamy Temple stands tall in Thiruvananthapuram, capital of Kerala, in its decadent gold-plated glory. It is one of the 108 Divya Desams, the principal centres of worship in the dharma of Vaishnavism. The premises of the temple echo tranquillity and every breath you take under the roof of this holy structure feels like a soul cleansing experience.

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Munnar, the tea haven of Kerala, is a popular tourist spot in the monsoons as the rains add vibrancy to the lush green valleys and picturesque lakes. Located about 13 km from Munnar is Mattupetty, which is also a delight for nature lovers.

The hill station is perched at a height of 1,700 m in the Idukki hills and offers idyllic view of the rain clouds.

Abode of Ayurveda

Kerala has always been known as a destination to pursue wellness in the form of the ancient science of Ayurveda.

As nature recoups with the rains, it

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India is the fourth largest rubber producer in the world, out of which Kerala accounts for more than 90 per cent of the total rubber production in the country. The total area under rubber cultivation in the state is 5.45 lakh hectares.

is rejuvenation time for humans too.

"Monsoon is the best time to enjoy Ayurvedic therapies as the body is at its optimum best to get maximum benefits from these. During the monsoon season, the atmosphere remains dust-free and cool, opening the pores of the body to the maximum, making it most receptive to herbal oils and therapy. The myriad herbal oils and medications applied on the body during the monsoon can help ensure muscle flexibility and dexterity of movement. The post treatment period is also crucial for the body so the cool salubrious monsoon weather allows you

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Kairali offers the goodness of a wellness holiday, along with an organic retreat to cool down as your body recuperates in bliss," asserts Gita Ramesh, Joint MD of the Kairali Group.

At Kairali, a one-of-its-kind of a holistic space, enjoy healing inside out with traditional and authentic ayurvedic therapies, treatments and medications along with yoga and meditation. A certified model of a wellness retreat, the healing village has 30 premium villas, amidst verdant green surroundings. Kairali offers the goodness of a wellness holiday, along with the adventure of an organic retreat. Add to it the superb location and luxurious pampering, and you have a winning combination.

Relaxing on the Beaches And The Backwaters

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• Kerala is a pioneer in using Ayurveda as a treatment method.

• The state is known for its different variety of fish curries.

• You can enjoy the lush greenery of Kerala as you travel through the backwaters in a houseboat.

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how to reach Kerala is the first state to have four international airports - Trivandrum, Cochin, Calicut and Kannaur.

USP According to a National Sample Survey Office (NSSO), Kerala is the cleanest state of India.

Travel Tip Light clothes in natural, breathable fabrics are ideal choice for Kerala.

served a freshly prepared meal as you travel through the tranquil backwaters.

The rain just adds to the beauty with fresh greenery all around making it picture perfect.

If you visit Kerala during this time of the year, you can make in time for various beach festivals that take place in Alleppey such as Champakulam Moolam Boat Race and the Alleppey Beach Festival.

Vasundhara Sarovar Premiere is a piece of Kerala that is off the beaten path. As you explore the earthy beauty of God's Own Country, you can be sure not many people would have seen this part of heaven before. The best part of staying there is that it encourages you to experience Kerala not as a tourist, but as a participant

Appams are light, fluffy pancakes made of rice, crispy at the edges and moist at the centre dipping into the true flavour of Kerala.

They also serve mouth-watering spicy fish wrapped in banana leaf.

Local delicacies

The 'land of spices' has many exquisite foods to showcase but few of the ingredients like coconut, chopped, grated or shaved, coconut milk or paste are common to most foods. If you enjoy seafood, Kochi has some pretty great

restaurants and cafes. While everything from the karimeen to the lobster here is delicious, one must try moilee, a curry made from coconut and kokum, a local fruit used to add a sour tang to curries.

Another popular delicacy of Kerala is Appam with Stew: Appams are light, fluffy pancakes made of rice, crispy at the edges and moist at the centre, best enjoyed with a fragrant stew of meat and/or vegetables.

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land of myriad cultures and customs, Indian festivals are perfect symbols that reflect its diversity. Given that India is home to innumerable communities, each having their own native traditions and practices, Indian festivals are pictures of the unique celebration, cuisine, song, dance and, of course, worship. A rich manifestation of the diversity in the country, festivals are an integral part of the ethos of the country. It is no surprise that India is known as the land of festivals and a land where there is a festival for every occasion and season.

The main monsoon season in India runs from June to September. Come monsoon and everyone's heart is filled with a range of emotions, nostalgia, romance and expectations. After all, monsoons are a welcome change as the rains provide the much-needed respite from the scorching heat of the summers. It is an indication of a good harvest and a happy time for farmers and rural folk. Normally, the onset of monsoon coincides with the holy month of Shravan in the Hindu calendar and several festivals, fairs and fasts are 46

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observed during this time. It is a time where not only Gods and Goddesses are worshipped but obeisance is paid to elements like fire, rains, trees and animals. Here is a look at some of the important festivals celebrated during the monsoon months.

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The southwest monsoon reaches the coast of Kerala around June 1. It usually arrives in Mumbai approximately 10 days later, reaches Delhi by the end of June, and covers the rest of India by mid-July.

Hemis festival

Celebrated in the biggest monastery of Ladakh, the Hemis Monastery, the Hemis festival is a cornucopia of traditional art, culture and customs. Observed on the 10th day of the Tse-Chu, the Lunar month of the Tibetan calendar, the Hemis festival brings the ice-cold desert of Ladakh to life. The highlight of the festival is Chham Dance that signifies the triumph of good over evil. The monks dress up in traditional attires coupled with elaborate masks. The display of

native handicrafts, the energetic vibes created all around by the music and dance performances by the Lamas make the festival a unique spectacle. The festival dates back to the 8th century and marks the birth anniversary of local saviour Lord Padmasambhava, who is believed to be the founder of Tantric Buddhism in the country.

Puri Rath Yatra

Associated with the mighty Lord Jagannath of Puri in Odisha, the chariot festival at Puri is one of the oldest of such festivals and finds a reference in ancient scriptures like Skanda Purana and Padma Purana. A spectacle of grandeur and colour, the festival is celebrated during the Hindu month of Ashada and marks the occasion of Lord Jagannath's annual visit to Gundicha

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Hemis festival is a cornucopia of traditional art, culture and customs Temple in Puri. As part of this ritual, the deities of Jagannath, his elder brother Balabhadra and younger sister Subhadra are carried in richly decorated chariots that resemble temple structures along the streets of the town to the Gundicha Temple where they remain for nine days.

The chariots that are as tall as 45 feet are pulled by millions of pilgrims who descend into the town for the occasion.

The pulling of the chariots that have 18 wheels is believed to wipe out all sins and make devotees attain the path of salvation. The return journey after nine days is called 'Bahuda Jatra,' which is celebrated by offering sweets to each other.

Onam

One of the most important festivals of Kerala, Onam is also widely celebrated by the Malayali diaspora across the world. The festival, which falls during the months of August or September, is

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The tribal state of India, Chhattisgarh, celebrates Harela festival to pray for a good harvest. This is also celebrated in most parts of Madhya Pradesh during the holy month of 'Sawan.'

In this festival, farmers worship cows, bullocks and farm equipment.

On the day of the harvest, people put bundles of freshly cut Harela's on their heads and offer it to their friends and relatives.

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celebrated to commemorate the return of King Mahabali to Kerala. It is believed that the spirit of the king returns to the state at this time. The entire state gears up for various festivities in the form of Vallam Kali (boat races), Pulikali (tiger dances), Onathallu (martial art displays) etc. The highlight of the festival is the Pookkalam (elaborate flower petal decorations), which are performed by the women folk. Moreover, lavish traditional vegetarian meal, called Onam Sadya, consisting of as many as 21 curries apart from other delicacies, is served on a banana leaf.

Nag Panchami

Celebrated throughout India, Nag Panchami refers to the worship of snakes and serpents. The festival falls during the auspicious month of Shravan that occurs either in July or August. The â&#x20AC;&#x153;Indian cobraâ&#x20AC;? finds reference in several Indian scriptures and their worship is considered to usher in good tidings. Milk is commonly offered to both sculpted and live snakes and a festive meal is prepared thereafter.

This occasion is also observed in some states as Bhratru Panchami where women with brothers pray for their safety. In states like Karnataka, it is also a celebration of friendship and a renewal of family bonds between siblings.

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During Janmashthami, most temples organise events like Raasleela while others engage themselves in the recitation of the Bhagavata Purana and the Bhagavad Gita Teej

Although, both men and women participate in the festival, Teej mostly involves women in the processions and preparations. There are three types of Teej Festivals known as Kajari Teej, Hartalika Teej & Hariyali Teej.

Celebrated to commemorate the union of Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati, Teej is celebrated largely across the northern and western region of the country.

During the festival, married women dress up in bridal attire with their hands decked in patterns made from henna.

They sing special songs and observe a number of rituals. Rajasthan is the state where the celebrations are grander than anywhere else in the country and a two-day procession is taken out on the streets of Jaipur. Traditional sweets like ghevar are prepared as well for the festival.

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Beat the heat

Away from the blistering summer heat, Kerala, Ladakh and Maharasthra are ideal places for vacationing during the monsoons. Lashing rains, a damp breeze in your hair and a steaming cup of chai are just some of the things you can indulge yourself in.

Also called Krishna Janmashtami, this popular festival marks the birth of Lord Krishna, the eighth avatar of Lord Vishnu. Celebrated with great fervour, the occasion is marked by fasting, singing hymns, preparing special food and observing night vigils. Mathura and Vrindavan in the north and Udupi in the south are the just some of the places where the festival is literally the soul of the entire town. Most temples organise events like Raasleela while others engage themselves in the recitation of the Bhagavata Purana and the Bhagavad Gita. Devotees of Lord Krishna observe fast on this day. Lord Krishna's idols are cleaned and decorated with news clothes and ornaments.

States like Maharashtra and Gujarat are synonymous with the tradition of breaking the "Dahi Handi".

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t was -27 °C and the daylight was fading. Even though my fingers were numb, my face had a wide smile. As I stood almost 150 feet above the Srinagar-Leh National Highway craning my neck looking at a ridge above, I was fixated only on him. In Ladakh, they call him 'Shan'. In layman's language, he is known as the snow leopard.

The adjective most commonly associated with a snow leapord is elusive. Shanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s piercing glare was looking down at me. My admiring gaze kept looking up at him through the telescope. For a few minutes, all I could see was his head and those sharp eyes. Then he swished his bushy tail. As it turned out, this snow leopard was a poser. He majestically strutted a short distance down the ridge before merging with the landscape.

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he is gone, snow leopard spotting is surreal.

brave the chill, we were offered some garlic soup.

All this time, I did not realise how 90 minutes passed just like that. Such is the magnetism of this elusive cat.

As I sat in the vehicle sipping hot chocolate before being driven back to Ulley Village, which was my base, I kept relieving the euphoric experience on a loop. I had landed at the Leh Airport a few days ago and headed straight to The Grand Dragon Ladakh, which was a mere a few minutes from the airport. To acclimatise, the first day was reserved for rest. To help

“Garlic soup helps warm the body, to increase blood circulation and the body’s oxygen supply, which is crucial to acclimatise in Leh,” explained Danish Din, Director of The Grand Dragon Ladakh. Din is instrumental in promoting the conservation of snow leopards in the valley, further generating income for the residents of Ulley Village.

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Conservancy- India Trust (SLC-IT) who gave me some background on Ulley. What makes Ulley special is the positive transformation of the villagers from killing snow leopards to now being sensitised and embracing the animal. “They used matchlock guns to kill the leopards as it attacked their livestock since the pens (enclosed areas for the livestock) were roofless.

To tackle this sitaution, we now install wire meshing preventing the snow leopards to enter the enclosed areas,” explained Namgail who has been tirelessly working towards snow leopard conservation.

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Acclimatisation on the first day of landing in Leh is very important.

Guests are advised to drink garlic soup, rest in their rooms and not go for any sightseeing to get the body used to the altitude. Checking their oxygen levels is also recommended on the first day. The sightseeing itinerary can be planned second day onwards.

Another initiative was creating homestays for visitors, giving them an opportunity to spot snow leopards while experiencing local culture and cuisine. I came to know that out of the six families living at Ulley Village, four have turned their homes into homestays. The men work as snow leopard spotters and trackers. The 40 odd residents of this village also make dry pin felt souvenirs of the predators and its prey species like ibex and urial.

Filled with anticipation, we drove to reach the picturesque village in Ladakh. A warm meal awaited me at the dining hall of The Snow Leopard Lodge, which was started to accommodate visitors for snow leopard sightings. Stanzin Farma, Manager of The Snow Leopard Lodge, mentioned that guests can spot snow leopards at Ulley Village, Saspoche Village, Hemis Shukpachan and Yangtang Valley.

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introduced to authentic Ladakhi meals during my visit to her homestay, which included khambir (Ladakhi bread) served with butter tea for breakfast, rice, lentils and vegetables and skew (a pasta preparation with meat and vegetables). As I munched on the delicacies on the open porch, a few dzos (male hybrid between a cow and yak) and dzomos (female hybrid between a cow and yak) ambled by.

During my stay, Norbu, the Chief Spotter of Ulley Village, took me to spot a Himalayan Golden Eagles nest, a herd of ibex, a fleeting herd of urial and a feisty red fox. As I left the village, I took back the warm hospitality and the words of a Ladakhi proverb, which says that "a snow leopard is as beautiful as 10 women, as strong as 10 men and as wise as 10 astronomers".

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INFOCUS

Advanced Hair Studio introduces Sourav Ganguly as its brand ambassador been aggressively organising experiential camps in smaller markets. The team of medical experts, trichologists, and stylists offer a personalised consultation to combat the challenges with new age technological solutions.

Since 2018, 10 camps have been organised in southern India, catering to over 300 customers.

Advanced Hair Studio, world’s largest hair Replacement, Restoration and Retention Company, announced Sourav Ganguly as one of its brand ambassadors and celebrated brand’s success story in the Indian subcontinent at ITC Chola, Chennai on 30th April’19. Transforming Indian haircare industry for over a decade, Advanced Hair Studio announced its foray into the suburban markets as the focus for 2019.

The CEO & MD, Middle East & India Sub Continent of Advanced Hair Studio, Mr. Sanket Shah said, “It is immensely motivating to see the pace at which the brand has grown in India in the last ten years. The response has been extremely positive and now we are set to penetrate further into the suburban markets.

Indian hair care and restoration industry have significant growth potential and there are few players who can guarantee certified quality services.”

In its attempt to drive awareness around hair-loss conditions and address the growing demand for hair care solutions, the brand has

Cricket and Investing here, how about using cricket to grow our wealth? We can draw parallels between various facets of cricket and investing to grow our wealth over the long term.

Shyamali Basu, Senior Vice President - Products & Marketing, HDFC Asset Management Co.Ltd

May 2019 was an action packed month for India as 2 of India’s 3 biggest obsessions (Politics, Cricket and Bollywood) kept everyone hooked to their television sets and smart phones for latest updates and live action.

As we have made peace with the fact that cricket is more of a religion than a sport in India and we certainly don’t intend to commit any blasphemy

Cricket teams, which have tasted success consistently have been those with players capable of performing in different playing conditions and possess the right team composition so that they are agnostic to uncertainties around coin toss and playing conditions. As an investor, asset allocation of your portfolio is as critical as the securities you choose. Right balance between equity, debt and gold coupled with adequate sectoral diversification is necessary to cushion your portfolio from market shocks.

In cricket, identifying talent and selecting the right players

Talking about his association with Advanced Hair Studio, Sourav Ganguly said, “It feels good to be associated with a brand, fostering healthy living for over a decade now. Advanced Hair Studio is known for innovation and excellence in the hair care industry.” He further added, “I congratulate Sanket and team on their exceptional journey and wish them success for their future endeavours.”

Advanced Hair Studio offers an extensive range of hair retention and hair re-growth solutions. The procedure list includes the unique and patented treatments, such as Strand-by-Strand, Fitness Program, Flashpoints technology, Advanced Laser Therapy and other; all are designed to provide effective results for different stages of hair loss.

is as critical as having a large talent pool. A few good or bad performances don’t drive selection decisions. Likewise, investment decisions should not be driven by recent short term performance but should be based on strong track record and potential to perform in the future.

Unlike other sports, the captain has a huge role to play in cricket. An investor, just like a captain needs to have foresight, good temperament, flexibility and patience among other things to marshal his resources well.

A strong start and a consistent scoring rate are necessary to set the tempo for a winning score.

Most people turn a blind eye to their investment goals at the beginning of their careers. By the time they realise the criticality of saving and investing, it’s a tad too late. To make up for the lost time, investors end up

choosing risky assets without considering their risk appetite, time horizon and end in financial doldrums. The only way to avoid this predicament is to start investing early, invest regularly and stay invested.

One can use such analogies to adopt mindful investing and create wealth over long term.

Next time you watch a cricket match, don’t think merely in terms of runs and wickets but also in terms of equity, debt and wealth.

The views expressed are author’s own views and not necessarily those of HDFC Asset Management Company Limited (HDFC AMC). The views are not an investment advice. Investors should obtain their own independent advice before taking a decision to invest in any securities.

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Discover the culinary delights of the Far East, from their staple rice dishes to their unique, mouth-watering street foods Words: Rashmi Gopal Rao 2

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ravelling within India is truly an adventure quite like none other. With diversity being the second name in the sub-continent, one is treated to a cornucopia of experiences spanning nature, art, culture, customs and cuisines.

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Sampling local cuisines replete with native produce, ingredients and cooking techniques specific to a particular region can be quite a fascinating experience.

The fact that the cuisine of a place is influenced by geographical features, climatic conditions, distinct traditions and beliefs makes the whole exercise of exploring local cuisines all the more exciting. And when the region is the easternmost state of Arunachal Pradesh, the prospect is indeed alluring to say the least.

Rice: a staple in the state

A large part of the population in Arunachal Pradesh belongs to tribal communities, with as many as 26 tribes and 100 sub-tribes. While each of these tribes has simple variations in specific dishes, the main food of the state is centred around rice, millet and potatoes. Rice is grown extensively throughout the state and is accompanied by pisciculture in the region of Ziro. The latter is, in fact, one of the only regions in the country where paddy and fish are reared together.

Rice, which is of a smaller and a slightly sticky variety, is cooked in two ways â&#x20AC;&#x201C; the 'Dung Po' and 'Kholam' method.

The former involves cooking and steaming the rice in leaves while the Kholam method involves cooking the grains in hollow bamboos over coal lit fire. Rice is accompanied not only by a variety of meat that is consumed in the state but also plenty of greens and fresh vegetables. Kitchens of most tribal houses are indigenous with bamboo flooring and have a central fireplace. Right above the fireplace are two levels of shelves that store fire wood, meat etc. The warmth not only keeps them dry but also lends the meat a smokey flavour.

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The cooking style is generally devoid of strong masalas and other accompaniments Regional delights

Apart from rice and meat, a typical meal would include plenty of green leafy vegetables like 'laipatta,' which is a kind of spinach that has a subtly bitter flavour.

Organic ladyfingers, beans as well as tomatoes are a key part of the meal.

Tiny potatoes that have a pinkish tinge are native produce and are served fried in the form of a simple curry. Bamboo shoots fermented is a regional speciality and a delicacy is served with meals.

Another signature dish is "Thukpa" soup prepared with noodles and a variety of vegetables. Meat is also added at times to this soup. 'Chura Subzi', a curry prepared from the fermented cheese of yak or cow milk, 'Pasa', a soup made from fresh, raw fish, as well as 'Peha', a spicy sauce made from soya bean and chilli, are some other authentic common dishes served in the state. Fruits like kiwi and mulberry that are grown locally in the season are fermented, brewed and served as speciality wines.

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The cooking style is generally devoid of strong masalas and other accompaniments. The use of oil too is limited and techniques like steaming, fermenting and boiling is largely employed. Teas too are brewed black and is served sans milk. Dairy products are hardly used as most of the tribal population is lactose intolerant.

Likewise, desserts too are not really popular and are rarely prepared.

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Local markets are a great place to gain insight into native produce. A visit here reveals a variety of locally grown chillies, bamboo shoot powder and little green brinjals called 'Thitha gutt'.

The latter is known to have medicinal properties too.

AAI Update

securing THE AIRPORTs Assuring that no high-rise building around the airport pose a risk to flight safety, the Airports Authority of India has introduced No Objection Certificate Application System Words: Mr R.K Singla, GM (ATM-DoAS), CHQ, AAI

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irports can be surrounded by a number of high-rise structures like trees, high mast lights, malls, residential buildings, hotels and power transmission or cellphone towers, posing a risk to flight's landing and departing at aerodrome. Understanding the importance of safeguarding the area, the Airports Authority of India (AAI) uses No Objection Certificate Application System (NOCAS), which accepts online application for height clearance.

AWARENESS WORKSHOP

Continuing on the path of safe and secure airport operations, an awareness workshop was recently conducted by the Hyderabad Airport on behalf of Department of Aerodrome Safeguarding (DoAS), Corporate Headquarters (CHQ), New Delhi recently. The workshop was based on the theme – “Concept of Aerodrome Safeguarding and its implementation by Airport Management.” The attendees were a team of officers from all civil airports in Andhra Pradesh and Telangana

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NOCAS protects the airspace and obstacle limitation surfaces from infringement THE NEED For NO OBJECTION CERTIFICATE

Height clearance is an important component for airport operations.

Having buildings taller than the permissible height can pose a serious danger, creating an unsafe glide path for an aircraft especially during its take-off and landing. To keep in check the mushrooming of such high-rise buildings, AAI issues No Objection Certificate for height clearances as per the Government of India gazette notification GSR751(E). AAI protects the airspace and obstacle limitation surfaces from infringement, thus safeguarding the airspace in and around the civil airports.

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and representatives from GHIAL and APADC. Officials from AAI and Municipal & Urban Development Authorities under the purview of Hyderabad NOC cell were also invited for the workshop.

Taking proactive steps to reduce these interruptions, AAI has introduced NOCAS, which accepts online applications for height clearance of the surrounding structures. The revised system accepts applications for review, revalidation and appeal, making it more convenient for the applicants who are now facilitated to track the status of their application from anywhere via e-mail, SMS and online at nocas2.aai. aero/nocas.

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ATTAINING NEW HEIGHTS

The Mangaluru International Airport continues to work towards the society, setting high standards for social, economic and environmental growth

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angaluru gets its name from the presiding deity of the town, Mangaladevi, the Goddess of Fortune.

Mangaluru is a port city of the Indian state of Karnataka. Situated close to the backwaters of the Netravati and Gurupura rivers, the city is called Kudla in Tulu language, one of the most spoken languages in the city.

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seafood, ornamental fish and jasmine flowers. It is also fast becoming a major destination for IT companies. A large number of high-quality education institutions are situated in and around the vicinity of Mangaluru. The city hosts a hub of major PSUs making it a special economic zone (SEZ) attracting major passenger footfalls.

HISTORY & DEVELOPMENT

Located near Bajpe town, the Mangaluru Airport is approximately 14 kms from the heart of the city. The international AirportsAuthorityOfIndiaOfficial

airport serves as the coastal belt of Dakshina Kannada and the northern parts of Kerala.

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An additional area of 10,000 sq m will be added to the existing NITB area of 18,625 sq m

This airport saw the light of the day in the year 1951 as Bajpe Aerodrome, and the then Prime Minister Jawaharlal Nehru arrived in the maiden flight. The airport today has a capacity of handling a total of 730 passengers per hour, 365 in-comings and 365 out-goings.

continues to serve the passengers with world-class facilities.

CONNECTIVITY

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The connectivity has been ever increasing with domestic flights from the airport flying to mega cities like Mumbai, Bengaluru, Hyderabad, Chennai and New Delhi. The Mangaluru Airport attained the status of International Airport in October 2012 with flights connecting to Dubai, Doha, Abu Dhabi, Muscat, Bahrain, Dammam and Kuwait.

The airport is equipped with navigational aids and functions 24x7. The Terminal Building has four aerobridges, escalators, elevators, automatic intelligent fire alarm and detection system. There are four selfcheck-in counters and 23 Common User Terminal Equipment (CUTE) enabled counters along with 24 immigration counters (12 Arrival & 12 Departure).

PASSENGER TRAFFIC ANALYSIS The Mangaluru International Airport witnessed a steady growth in the passenger movement upto the year 2017-18. In comparison to previous years, the passenger traffic saw a dip of 1.29 per cent in 2018-19 due to the closure of passenger carrier Jet Airways. However, the airport witnessed a respectable footfall and

1. Exteriors of the Mangaluru International Airport 2. Yakshagana at the Terminal Building

Various facilities are available for passenger's comfort at the airport such as CIP Lounges, Self-Check-in service, the May I help You counter, prams for infants, wheelchairs for differentlyabled, medical assistance, smoking room, child care room, Tourism Information Counters and more. The Mangaluru International Airport has

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Know Your Airport Director

Vasamsetti Venkateswara Rao, joined the Mangaluru International Airport, Mangaluru on May 1, 2017. Prior to this, he served as the Airport Director at Amritsar Airport for a period of two years. An M-Tech from IIT Kharghpur, he joined AAI in February, 1990.

He has taken several initiatives for enhancing passenger experience and played a significant role in the development of Airport infrastructure, local artwork and passenger facilities. During his tenure, the Mangaluru International Airport won ‘The Cleanest Airport’ award by AAI for the two consecutive years (17-18 & 18-19).

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levelled-up its security measures ensuring safe and secure passage.

NEW INITIATIVES TAKEN

Construction of part parallel taxiway is in progress. On completion of the project, the airport will have 140m basic strip on the north and south side of the runway for 1.5 kms stretch. The runway handling capacity will also increase from the existing 10 to 18 flights per hour.

Expansion of a New Integrated Terminal Buiding (NITB) is also in progress. Once completed, an additional area of 10,000 square metres will be added to the existing NITB area of 18,625 square metres.

Additionally, two conveyors each will be added to the international and domestic arrivals, along with two passenger boarding bridges. Another highlight of the project is to segregate arriving and departing passengers from existing one level to two levels.

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Dance’, which is an integral part of the Mangalorean culture. The outcome of this sculpture is in lines with Soorya Namaskara. The airport also exhibits a unique art form, the ‘Yakshagana’, which is mainly found in Tulunad and some parts of Malenadu regions of Karnataka and Kerala. The famous characters of Yakshagana, in its typical folk form welcomes the arriving passengers at the Mangaluru International Airport

SOCIAL CONTRIBUTIONS

The Mangaluru International Airport has been an active participant of various social activities.

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CARGO GROWTH

• International Air Cargo services at the Mangaluru Airport was commissioned in May 2013. At present, cargo is exported to the Gulf Countries and other destinations.

• Common User Domestic Cargo Terminal (CUDCT) was commissioned on June 25, 2015, enabling easy movement of cargo to other domestic airports.

LOCAL ARTWORK

A recent addition to the NITB is the display of local artwork(s) and enhancement of the Terminal Building ambience with the use of plants and

flowers. New signage has also been displayed throughout the NITB. The Terminal Building boasts of artworks that depict the cultural and traditional siginificance of the region.

The artwork "Fisherman on the boat" denotes the fisher folk community of the coastal region. The Kambala sculpture in the building portrays the traditional buffalo race of coastal Karnataka. The Mural reef showcases the ethnicity in a beautiful manner.

The Hulivesha sculpture installed at the Terminal Building is a theme-based depiction of the traditional ‘Tiger

Under the Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) scheme, the Mangaluru Airport is in process of bulding an Anganvadi (Courtyard shelter) in Malavoor village as a part of Integrated Child Development Services Program to combat child hunger and malnutrition.

Another initiative is to provide stormwater drains in Malavoor village, situated on the foothills of the airport.

The drains are designed as per the National Disaster Management System and would help in protecting the life and property of people in the village.

Earlier in December 2018, the airport was also declared “Single Use Plastic free Airport”, contributing towards environment management.

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rein in the FLIGHT fear While you are travelling this summer, these tips can help you keep a steady heart during the flight

follow Wash your hands before taking any meal and always carry a hand sanitiser.

Keep in mind to take low calorie intakes with diet that is rich in fibres and protein.

Stock up on candies , soda or juices to help fight low glucose levels

nuts, seeds, fruits and salads, which are easily available at the airport. Pay special attention if you start feeling drowsy, or notice excessive sweating, nausea or abdominal cramps. If so, check your blood sugar levels immediately.

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or someone who is taking a flight for the first time, it can be both exciting and scary. People often suffer from flight anxiety and a mere thought of it can make them uneasy, with symptoms like dizziness, cramps and nausea being commonly felt. While we all know the fact that our body functions differently under different circumstances, few know the measures that should be taken to keep the body at ease. Follow these simple tips to make sure you have a relaxing flight.

Take a goodnight sleep: Do not forget to have a good sleep before the day of

your flight. Being well rested helps in maintaining the circadian rhythm of the body and keeps you fresh for the flight.

Don't forget to carry your doctorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s prescription specially if you are dependent on insulin for glycemic control.

Keep hydrated: Flying can often be tiresome and exhausting, especially during the summers. So it's important that you keep yourself well hydrated and drink plenty of fluids. It is better to make up for the electrolytes lost in the heat, so take a glass of water every two hours.

Motion sickness: People with a history of motion sickness should consult a physician before their flight. If the conditions are extreme, the doctor might prescribe them antihistamines.

Such people must avoid consumption of caffeine, alcohol and big meals before their travel.

People with diabetes mellitus: For people suffering with diabetes, it is imperative to keep a check on their insulin levels. So you need to plan your meals accordingly. Try to maintain a diet with low glycemic index with inclusion of

If you still feel uncomfortable during the flight, lie down, close your eyes and keep your head still. Avoid reading or staring at the seat in front of you. It is also recommended that you ask for a seat that is most comfortable for you.

About the Author

Dr. Ridhi Gupta, MBBS Resident in Emergency Services and Acute Care Management, BLK super speciality hospital.

She is passionate about healthy living and blogs about ways to lead a spirited lifestyle.

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INDIA to be GUEST OF HONOUR at Feria Internacional del Libro de Guadalajara Project Incharge announced in detail the India's broad outline of programmes for FIL 2019, to a packed house of mediapersons. Ms Marisol Schulz Manaut, Director General, FIL also addressed the gathering from the book fair organiser's side.

India has been designated as the Guest of Honour at the 33rd Feria Internacional del Libro de Guadalajara (Guadalajara International Book Fair), Mexico (30 November to 8 December 2019) - the largest book fair in the Spanish speaking world.

In a press conference held last month at Embassy of India at Mexico City, Prof.

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The National Book Trust, India (under the Ministry of HRD, Govt. of India) is the nodal agency coordinating the Guest Country Presentation at the said book fair.

India will display a wide array of its rich and composite literary and cultural heritage at this edition of Feria Internacional del Libro de Guadalajara (FIL) - with over

35 authors /artists /scientists /science communicators /children's writers; 15 publishing houses; literary and academic activities comprising conferences, publishers’ round table, discussions and presentations on science and other genres; three large exhibitions consisting of ancient and rare manuscripts, photo books, wall hangings on handicrafts and paintings; modern art by 40 renowned women artists of India; a Festival of India consisting of extensive cultural programme that will include 10 concerts - folk, classical and contemporary; and an artistic tribute to Indian literature, among many other activities.

Himalayan odyssey A treat for adventure lovers and thrill seekers, the Royal Enfield Himalayan Odyssey celebrates its 16th edition this year, which will be flagged off from Chandigarh on July 4.

Goa's new Bungee point In an attempt to woo tourists visiting Goa this season, Jumpin Heights (India's First Extreme Adventurous Zone) is launching its second Bungy Jumping Destination in Mayem Lake, North Goa, Bicholim District. When ex Capt.

Rahul Nigam decided to set up 'Jumpin Heights'- India’s first Extreme Adventure zone, Rishikesh, in 2006,

it was for the purpose of bringing to India something its youth could be proud of.

With the ambitious desire to change the face of extreme adventure, especially Bungee India, including the way organisational safety is perceived in India, he brought in India’s first and highest Bungee jumping platform (83 metres) in Rishikesh.

The 18-day journey takes bike riders through rough terrains and mountain

passes, making them push their limits and celebrating the courage for the same.

It is a great opportunity to taste thrill via a bike ride.

It will witness 50 riders from all over the world participate in the most memorable motorcycling journey of their lifetime.

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Revlon unveils the newest & effectual way to contour with the launch of its PhotoReady Insta-Sculpt Contouring Palette. Prep to expertly emphasise your best features with this fool-proof four-step kit that will help you achieve an enhanced & perfectly sculpted look. Mastering the latest beauty techniques with science, experience the latest make up trend for effortless beauty with Revlon.

Thesis: Vital serum for eye and neck

This superbly moisturising, antioxidant rich Eye Serum provides restorative, hydrating, soothing and nourishing benefits to the fragile eye contour for a noticeably more youthful, smooth, well-rested appearance. It is made from organic ingredients.

Rich eye cream Moisture

Moisture-rich eye cream diminishes the look of undereye circles, shadows, fine lines instantly and over time. De-puffs, calms with botanicals, helps boost natural collagen production and strengthens skin's moisture barrier against common irritants.

Kama himalayan deodar hair cleanser

A purifying and scalp toning cleanser for weak and thinning hair that promotes hair strength, relieve hair loss and breakage while enhancing texture and shine. A mild hair cleanser, free of SLES (Sulphates), Parabens and Petrochemicals, cleanses to create body and bounce without stripping natural moisture and mitigates drying effects of sun and environmental damage.

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Kidology

Spot the differences

Interesting puzzles, mazes and some fun facts for the kids

Did You Know?

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The worldâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s largest reef system is found in Queensland, Australia. It is called The Great Barrier Reef.

A lightning strike can reach up to 30,000 degrees Celsius. This is around six times hotter than the surface of the sun.

Electronic computers were developed around the 1940s and were the size of a large room.

Hummingbirds are the only birds in the world that can fly sideways, backwards, up and down, and even hover in mid-air.

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