Shubh Yatra Inflight Magazine - Air India January 2020

The inflight magazine of Air India

January 2020 | Vol 8 | Issue 1

Must-know travel terms for 2020 Flavours of New York

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Ashwani Lohani

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Dear Flyer,

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On behalf of the entire Air India family, let me wish you, your family and your friends a very happy and prosperous new year.

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2019 was a great year, for we introduced 9 new international and 15 new domestic flights with the same fleet though we also had passenger concerns at times. Our overall performance, however, earned us more bouquets than brickbats.

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Our focus on improving our services shall continue unabated in 2020.

Improving international connectivity for India continues to be our priority. The thrice-a-week connection to Toronto is being made daily from 28th March.

Further, we are replacing the Dreamliner on our Delhi-London flight AI 111 with a Boeing 777 aircraft on the 7th of January, thereby adding capacity by almost 86 seats. In addition, Mumbai is being connected to London Stansted airport by a thrice-aweek flight on the 17th of February aboard a Boeing 787 Dreamliner.

On the regional connectivity front, we recently connected Bengaluru with Gulbarga, Guwahati with Dimapur and Imphal, and Ahmedabad with Kandla.

We also plan to connect Raipur with Jagdalpur very shortly.

Do keep on flying Air India for this is the only airline that gives its passengers the unmatched joy of more.

Bon Voyage Jai Hind!

Do keep flying Air India for this is the only airline that gives its passengers the unmatched joy of more!

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Contributors/editor's letter pg 72

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Mallika BAJAJ

VEENA SABLOK PATHAK

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PROMITA MUKHERJEE

Mukherjee has worked as an editor and columnist for over a decade in three metros, chasing exclusives and writing columns on the food and fashion industries.

She loves to travel and document her adventures.

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Deepti angrish

Bajaj wears many hats. She is a sportswoman, a television host and a journalist. More importantly, she loves to travel, explore new destinations, revel in new experiences and make new friends.

A journalist with over two decades of experience, Pathak has written for some of Bhopal's leading dailies. She has been awarded for her work by the MP government.

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GARIMA ASTIR

Astir is a certified Angel Card reader and enjoys reading books on spirituality and fiction.

She takes a keen interest in the latest technologies too. She can be reached at facebook.com/ garimaastirangelguidance

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We are going to become more tolerant. We are going to sacrifice convenience for the sake of the planet. We are going to speak less and listen more. Overall, humans are going to be a happier lot this year. I am not an astrologer and the above are just what I wish for us all. I also wish you more travels this year, more crossing of boundaries and diminishing distances. And the January issue of Shubh Yatra is just the beginning of that journey.

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On our cover, discover the not-so-known snowy winter-lands of India, hidden in the nooks and corners of the Himalayas. Then, we take you to New York, walking through the Big Apple's neighbourhoods to taste the city's varied cuisines. And after a pit-stop at Madai Tiger Reserve in Madhya Pradesh, we tell you about the 20 terms you need to know to be a wellversed traveller in 2020! So, here's to stepping out and conquering hearts. Here's to travelling!

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Contents I JANUARY 2020

NAVIGATOR 42

sure shorts 34-40 Snapshots of festivals, food and culture, entertainment and events

special feature 42 winter wonderlands Seven not-so-known snowy Indian destinations to visit this season

open house 52 fall in love this year,

with yourself Five easy ways to cherish yourself in the new year 62 a simple tale Author Sudha Murty on her love for literature and her inspirations

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66 20 travel terms you need to know this year Words tourists will use most frequently in 2020

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70 a bit of linen in

my kanjeevaram Spinning a contemporary twist to the traditional weave

footprints 72 new york through

its flavours Explore the various cuisines of the Big Apple

Pop pourri 78 The baron's ladle Author Rocky Mohan opens up about his first tryst with cooking and culinary influences

96 calling cards What the cards hold for you in January 2020

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air india Behind The Scenes Fleet

On the Cover Laden with snow, the winter landscapes of India are mesmeric escapades for both adventureenthusiasts and nature-lovers.

And the excitement amplifies when you explore off-beat snowy destinations that are close to the ones popular with tourists. On the cover is a glimpse of Auli, a wellknown skiing site tucked away in the state of Uttarakhand.

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Association of Business Communicators of India - (ABCI) Awards for shubh Yatra magazine YEAR: 2011 CATEGORY: Features (Language) BRONZE YEAR: 2012 CATEGORY: External Magazine SILVER YEAR: 2012 CATEGORY: Magazine Design SILVER YEAR: 2012 CATEGORY: Bilingual Publication Silver YEAR: 2012 CATEGORY: Photo Feature BRONZE YEAR: 2013 CATEGORY: Bilingual Publication GOLD YEAR: 2014 CATEGORY: Bilingual Publication GOLD

North American Travel Journalists Association Awards for shubh Yatra magazine

YEAR: 2017 CATEGORY: Cover silver YEAR: 2017 CATEGORY: Lifestyle finalist

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Shubh Yatra wins 'Honors' at New York-based Galaxy Awards

CATEGORY: Photography (Various)

YEAR: 2014 CATEGORY: Photo Feature silver YEAR: 2014 CATEGORY: Photography Silver YEAR: 2015 CATEGORY: Photo Feature bronze YEAR: 2016 CATEGORY: Photo Feature silver CATEGORY: Photography gold

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BEYOND THE DUNES AND ALL IMAGINATION yo u d i sc o ver a n A r a b i a n tr ea su r e w i th g l i sten i n g p o o l s, n estl ed i n th e g o l d en sa n d s.

T h i s h i d d en p a l a c e i n vi tes yo u to c o u n tl ess a d ven tu r es, en d l ess r el a xa ti o n a n d u n f o r g etta b l e i n d u l g en c e.

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YOUR E X T RAORDI NA RY STORY

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Offers and discounts to make flying happier ;k=k dks vkSj vf/kd lq[kn cukus ds fy, vkWQ+lZ ,oa NwV

We would like to appreciate Air India staff at Indore for their outstanding services. Cabin crew members Abhinav Mishra and Piyush sharma delivered excellent services.

Well done Air India. You rock.

Sunil Bhatia

Thanks for the business class upgrade in AI 988 from HYD (Hyderabad airport) to MAA (Chennai airport) for my parents. It was their first experience in #flyAi business class.

Antony Thanks to Air India’s cabin crew, pilots and counter supervisor in Kolkata airport that I could take my pets in the cabin on board flight AI 676 from Kolkata to Mumbai.

Because of Air India, they could meet their vet for treatment. Thank you soo much.

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Connecting India, For You

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Air India offers you a well-connected network with a multitude of flights across India and overseas. On the domestic front, Air India has connected Patna with Amritsar, Mumbai-Dehradun-Varanasi-DehradunMumbai and Mumbai-Aurangabad-Udaipur-Aurangabad-Mumbai.

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On the international front, Air India has started flights from Mumbai to Nairobi, Amritsar to London Stansted Airport, Mumbai to Kuwait, and Delhi to Doha. Delhi to Seoul and Delhi to Toronto too have been linked with direct flights.

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Mariyam Khan

Once again, I flew with Air India and realised how it is a class apart from all other airlines. Love flying #maharaja style.

Gaurav Sansanwal Had to put on my doctor shoes for a medical emergency on a flight.

Incredible to see the preparedness of @airindiain flight crew to handle medical needs on-board.

Can safely say you are always in safe hands when you fly.

Rishabh Mishra, MD

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Upgrade to First or Business Class at the airport on domestic and international flights for a nominal charge. For details visit airindia.in

More baggage allowance, than the rest

Fly for Sure Offer Air India has introduced ‘Fly for Sure Offer’ for passengers who are concerned that their travel plans may change. At the time of purchase of ticket, by making an advance payment of `2,000 per sector, you can avail one-time flight change facility on the same sector and day of travel. Applicable for domestic flights only.

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We offer you an unbelievable free baggage allowance of 25 kg on domestic sectors, in Economy Class on all fare levels.

We also understand the baggage needs of the little ones and have allowed a free baggage allowance of 10 kg for infants.

Those of you travelling on Alliance Air flights and connecting to Air India domestic flights and vice versa, holding a single ticket, will also be eligible for 25 kg. For journey applicable only on Alliance Air flights (aircraft types ATR 72 and 42) free baggage allowance is 15 kg.

Book your ticket online, at airindia.in, for more convenience, better discounts and extra mileage points

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Preferred Seat Selection

The scheme allows you to select a desired seat on the aircraft, like front row, emergency exit, window and aisle seat. You can purchase a preferred seat from any of Air India’s offices in the city or at the airport, from our call centre and Air India’s mobile application. The facility of Advance seat selection will be available till 240 minutes (D-4 hours) before departure, and within D-4 hours, selection of all seats will be free of charge. To know more, visit our website www.airindia.in and https://flightservices.airindia.in

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Special row for women passengers In a historic first, Air India is now reserving an entire row in Economy Class at no extra cost for women passengers travelling alone on its domestic flights. Women travelling with infants can also occupy these seats but without bassinets. The scheme is currently not applicable on Alliance Air and Air India’s code share flights.

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Concessionary Fares on the domestic sector have been made more attractive to senior citizens, armed forces, paramilitary forces and students. Concessionary Fares are available for sale from Air India’s City Ticketing Office (CTO), Airport Ticketing Office (ATO), website www.airindia.in and Call Centre.

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Now, pre-purchase additional baggage allowance through Air India’s call centre or at any of Air India’s booking offices till six hours of departure of flight and save 20 per cent vis-a-vis airport rates.

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A stitch in time A well-fitted garment is not just something that you wear – it is a language you speak when without words. And the final word when you speak of bespoke fashion comes from The Darzi Group. A brainchild of Mr. Sunil Mital, The Darzi Group was established in 1981. It grew from a humble tailoring house in Rajouri Garden, New Delhi, to a brand synonymous with fashion and fine craftsmanship. With a degree from London’s Tailoring and Design Centre, Mital revolutionised the tailoring industry by computerising. A perfect blend of traditional art and modern machinery, The Darzi has cemented a solid reputation for itself amongst its clients, over four decades of its operation.

As the industry grew, he sensed an increasing need for international fabric and ethnic wear market as well. As Darzi Group’s answer to this demand, Studio Firang was established in 2001.

In 2013, his son Sushain Mital joined

the group with the vision of taking the business to higher avenues.

Enamoured with the world of bespoke tailoring since childhood, he gained an Honours degree in Bespoke Tailoring and a Masters degree in Pattern Design and Garment Technology from London College of Fashion. Sushain is India’s first and only professionally-qualified bespoke tailor.

In 2016, the father-son duo sensed that the Indian market was looking for more international, rare and high-end fabrics. To cater to this rising need, they founded Mirasu that delivers to its clients international, understated and personalised luxury, with the world’s most exclusive and high-end fabrics.

Today, The Darzi operates with a team of over 100 tailors, pattern cutters and craftsmen ensuring finesse and attention-to-detail ensure the delivery of the perfect outfit.

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Air India boasts the biggest modern state-of-the-art fleet, comprising Boeing (747-400, 777-200LR, 777-300ER and 787 Dreamliner) and

Airbus (319, 320, 320Neo and 321). Its subsidiaries, Air India Express and Alliance Air, have in their fleet the B737-800s and ATRs respectively.

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Mahatma Gandhi was named the Time magazine’s ‘Man of the Year’ in 1930. Describing him as ‘Saint Gandhi’, the magazine also named him as one of the 25 Political Icons of all time!

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News from Air India From star employees being felicitated to the airline flying royal guests and saving lives, here are the Air Indians who made a mark

Arti Bhatnagar has been appointed as the chief vigilance officer, Air India Limited (AIL), on November 18, 2019. Prior to this, she was holding the charge of joint secretary in the Cabinet Secretariat. A 1990-batch IDAS officer, she will also hold the additional charge of Pawan Hans Limited.

Recipients of Star Performer awards pose with Air India CMD Ashwani Lohani and other senior officials of the airline at the airline’s headquarters in New Delhi

Smart coordinator Pankul Mathur joined Air India in 1991 and flew Airbus 310, Boeing B747-400 and B777. Currently, he is a training captain on B-777 and general manager, Operations, at the airline. He has been involved with the Air Traffic services since 2005, helping redesign the Terminal Arrival Routes, Standard Terminal Taxi Routes and better coordination between ATS and the operator for efficient utilisation of airport infrastructure. He is the founding member of the Runway Safety Committee and has contributed to the reduction in a number of runway incursions and also improvement in runway occupancy time, thereby improving the standards of the Delhi International Airport. He has been on the board of NAC India and has helped in promoting aero sports in the country by coordinating championships in aeromodelling, skydiving, paragliding and paramotoring.

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Pankul Mathur was recently conferred with the prestigious Paul Tissandier diploma for contribution in the field of aeronautics & aerial sports at the FAI awards ceremony held at Lausanne.

Here, he is seen with Air India CMD Ashwani Lohani in New Delhi

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Royal guests It was a proud moment for Air India when the king and queen of Sweden, Carl XVI Gustaf Folke Hubertus and Silvia Renate Sommerlath, travelled from Stockholm to New Delhi with the airline. Sangeeta Sanyal, the airline’s country manager in Sweden, greeted the royal guests

Air India CMD Ashwani Lohani launched the new state-of-the-art Integrated Operations Control Centre (IOCC) and Crew Management System (CMS) complex of Air India at the airline’s Safdarjung establishment in New Delhi.

The integrated unit will considerably boost overall efficiency and streamline operations of the airline throughout its network

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1) HR Jagannath (centre), CEO of Air India Engineering Services Limited (AIESL), being felicitated by MRO Association of India

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2) Director, Personnel, Air India, Amrita Sharan (centre) being conferred the Lifetime Achievement Award at PNGI HR Excellence Awards, recently

Saving a life Air India, as always, spread its wings to save the life of a critical patient, Jencyraj Sarabai, who was flown from Malé, the capital of Maldives, to Trivandrum (Thiruvananthapuram), Kerala, on AI264 on December 9, as a stretcher passenger. Apt Manager Maldives R Vinod Kumar and his team swung to action, mobilising all resources and co-ordinating with Chennai and the airline’s headquarters to ensure the patient could be flown. The team convinced passengers booked on the full flight to voluntarily sacrifice their seats to accommodate the ailing passenger and save a life. The alacrity and commitment with which Kumar rose to the occasion and worked as a team with other concerned departments of Air India at different locations won him accolades from even the Indian embassy in Malé.

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At your service Ajanta Dutta joined Air India on April 17, 1990. She is currently flying airbus fleet as manager IFS from Hyderabad. She is married to Capt Malay Kumar Dutta, an Air India pilot posted in CTE as designated Examiner of A320. She has been nominated as CMS crew coordinator of Hyderabad base. She has had the privilege to fly with several Indian and foreign dignitaries. She was also nominated to be a part of the prestigious air show held in Hyderabad in 2016. She is a nodal officer of catering and was also in the uniform selection board for cabin crew.

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CREW CORNER 2.0 This section focusses on the exceptional employees of the National Airline. Not only are we featuring proud Air Indians in this edition but also proud Indians.

Wishing you all a Happy Republic Day Commercial department - in charge of IGI T3. He had joined the national carrier in 1990 and through sheer hard work rose to become a senior executive, who always leads from the front. The FIH Certified Level 4 High Performance Coach, his fierce determination to succeed makes him special both at play and work.

Winning Ways Air India Airport Manager Harendra Singh reigns over T3 at IGI Airport with the same elan with which he has been setting the hockey astroturf on fire wielding the stick as a national player and coach during a glorious career spanning three decades.

Yes, one of the most successful former chief coaches of India’s men and women hockey teams, the Dronacharya award winner Singh is equally acclaimed as a diligent general manager of Air India’s

Hailing from Chhapra, Bihar, Singh’s phenomenal rise in hockey as a player and coach is a script biopics are made of. He took to the game early, representing school, university, state, junior India and the senior national team. He won 23 international caps for the country in his playing career (1985-91), including the Silver in the 1990 Beijing Asian Games before hanging his boots at 26 years.

He has played for Air India and erstwhile Indian Airlines in 9 National Championships winning laurels for the airline. He has been the mentor for the trail-blazing junior and senior men’s hockey team for over 350 games and also coached the Indian Women’s team successfully for a year.

During his stint as Chief Coach of the Senior Men’s Hockey team, India came 5th in the World Cup 2018; won the Gold at

the Asian Champion’s Trophy at Muscat, Oman; won Bronze at Asian Games at Jakarta and the Silver at the Champions Trophy in Holland. Under his coaching, India’s women’s hockey team won Gold in Asia Cup at Japan. The Indian team won Gold also under his tutelage at the Junior World Cup in 2016. As an International Coach, Singh had steered India to win 8 Golds, 5 Silvers and 9 Bronze medals at various tournaments.

“I feel proud to have been serving my country by way of coaching the women’s and men’s hockey team, he asserts.

Looking back, he says, “My parents, brother and my wife have been very supportive. I am also indebted to Air India, where I have received unstinted support all through and where I have also been recognised for my professional abilities.

The most important quality is to always give the best, and compete in a healthy manner, irrespective of circumstances.”

The word ‘possible’ is already latent in the word ‘impossibe’, Singh adds. And this indomitable spirit propelled him to attain glory as a player and coach, leaving an indelible mark in the hearts of fans and in the annals of Indian hockey.

A proud couple Yogita Raj is a 2004 batch Air India employee. She is currently working as Dy Chcc. She is married to an Air Force officer, Group Capt Amit Rai Tamta. Group Capt Tamta was commissioned as a Fighter Pilot in 2002. He has more than 2,000 hours of flying experience on different types of IAF Fighters. The officer has been posted at various Front Line Air Force Bases all across the country. The couple is blessed with two children, Darsh and Aaradhya. As a cabin crew and an Air Force officer’s wife, Raj has been managing both the fronts quite well for the past 11 years. She is an able home maker and a thorough professional. Air India is proud of Group Capt Tamta and Raj for her outstanding service to the national carrier and esteemed passengers.

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Jack of all trades Madhu Pandey Bhandari joined the National Airlines on October 12, 1986.

Her father was Gp Capt RK Pandey, and her mother has served in the capacity of a teacher and principal in many schools.

Bhandari has been a KVS and SGFI player in various games, all over India.

She also holds a diploma in Yoga.

She represented the National Carrier in Athletics in 100-200m sprints alongside PT Usha and Shiny Wilson from 1987-91.

She has also played badminton and table tennis (TT) at state and national

levels. For the last 12 years she has been representing Air India (AI) in TT at the national level and also taken part in World Table Tennis tournament at Las Vegas.

She was awarded Women of the Year alongside Lata Mangeshkar, who was bestowed with the Women of the Decade award, last year on Women’s Day. Today, she is an international TT umpire and the first lady umpire in AI to do umpiring in Commonwealth Games.

She is fluent in 13 Indian and 4 foreign languages, which helps her in her profession. She is married to Brig Sundeep Bhandari, who is posted in Command Hospital, Chandimandir.

A young gun The dynamic Rahul Rathee joined Air India in November ’04 and is a part of the Territorial Army since 2014. He joined operations from the IFSD in November 2017. He was the Commander of the unit contingent in Republic Day parade 2016. He was a part of the Kashmir flood rescue operations in 2014 and volunteered for Operation Rahat in 2015.

He was also a part of security preparedness exercises after Balakot air strike. He represented Haryana in the Ranji Trophy and played for Air India. In his free time, he indulges in horse riding.

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Gopinder Kaur joined the airlines in June 1990 and has been flying with the National Carrier for the last 29 years. She is presently a manager in the In-Flight Services department.

An adventurous person and achiever, she has completed Basic Mountaineering from HMI, Darjeeling. She has been part of the Republic Day Parade contingent of the NCC and has attended eleven national and international camps. She has represented India in the Indo-Canadian Youth Exchange programme while at the NCC. Hailing from Hyderabad, she speaks fluent Telugu and feels that Air India has made her dreams come true – to fly, travel and be a part of the National Carrier. She has been happily married to Brig Mohit Gandhi for the last 22 years. Mohit has also put in 29 years with the Indian Army and has served all over the country including three tenures in Jammu & Kashmir, one tenure in the Northeast and one tenure abroad with a UN Peacekeeping mission. A maintenance engineer, he is a specialist in electronics and computer systems.

This section is conceptualised by Captain Rishabh Kapur, a third-generation Air India pilot. He has received numerous laurels for his courage and service to the country and Air India.

Please write to rishabh.kapur@airindia.in or fill in the in-flight feedback form

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january 7-14

International Kite Festival, Gujarat

Come January and the sky above Ahmedabad is dotted with fluttering kites of all shapes, sizes and colours. The annual International Kite Festival held in the city brings together some of the best kite makers from across the world. Visit the city to see intricate wau-balang kites from Malaysia share space with gigantic layang-layang kites from Indonesia, Japanese rokkaku fighting kites and Italian sculptural kites. Kite innovators from the US are also expected to arrive this year with giant banner kites.

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January 12-13

Camel Festival, Bikaner, Rajasthan Republic Day

India marks the formation of its Constitution on Republic Day. While the occasion is celebrated across the country, in New Delhi, a grand parade is held at Rajpath.

It features decorative floats from all the states and Union Territories depicting their culture and heritage, along with a spectacular display of gallantry by the three divisions of the Indian armed forces. President of Brazil, Jair Bolsonaro, is to be the chief guest at this year’s celebrations.

Bikaner hosts this annual festival to celebrate the importance of the camel in the daily desert life. The event, attended by thousands, not only showcases the bond that the people of the state share with the animal but also the traditions of camel care and training. It kicks off from Junagarh fort with a grand procession of beautifully-decorated camels and features events like tug of war, water pot race, turban tying competitions and also folk performances.

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Lohri, northern parts of India

Lohri is traditionally associated with the harvest of the Rabi crops. On this day, people dress up in their best attire, sing folk songs, exchange warm greetings and enjoy a hearty feast of sarson da saag and makki di roti (flatbread made from corn flour served with a vegetable dish of mustard leaves cooked in flavourful spices) with family and friends. One of the most significant feature of this celebration is the lighting of the bonfire around which people gather to wish happiness and prosperity for their loved ones.

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Art exhibition, New Delhi

An exhibition titled ‘Shunya - A Journey’, comprising 60 pieces of artwork encompassing painting and photography, is going to be held at Bikaner House.

A collaborative show of artist Rina Jhunjhunwala and photographer Shreekant Somany, it explores the five elements of nature. While Jhunjhunwala uses Varanasi as her muse, Somany’s photographs journey into Tibet, Ladakh and Pamir mountains, the latter in Central Asia.

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New Delhi World Book Fair

Storytelling, cultural performances, musical presentations, book reading sessions and author meet-ups...

Expect these and much more at the 28th edition of the annual New Delhi World Book Fair, organised by the National Book Trust, India. To be held at Pragati Maidan from January 4 to 12, the central theme this year is ‘Gandhi: The Writer’s Writer’. Other than providing publishers from across the world a common platform to meet, this event also offers bookworms the chance to stock up on their collection of books. And like all editions, you can expect great discounts on great reads this year too!

International Kolkata Book Fair

8-10 January

Over 30 venues across Chennai will host various events of the 7th Chennai Literary Festival

24-26 January

The multi-disciplinary Hyderabad Literary Festival will celebrate its 10th edition in 2020

Said to be one of the oldest of its kind in the country, the 44th edition of this literary extravaganza will be held from January 29 to February 9 at the Central Park Mela Ground in Salt Lake. The theme country for this year is Russia and a well-decorated Russian pavilion will offer visitors a glimpse of the country’s contemporary literature, culture, films and songs. According to Publishers and Booksellers Guild, organisers of the fair, noted Russian authors are expected to attend the event. While lovers of books will flock to the stalls, for others there are food stalls and interactive sessions with prominent Bengali authors and filmmakers!

8 top literary fests to visit books

January in India is as much a time for celebrating the new year as it is for celebrating everything to do with literature. We bring you some of the most popular literary festivals to attend this month Jaipur Literature Festival

It’s that time of the year again when authors, academicians, intellectuals and artistes from the world over head to Jaipur in Rajasthan for the Jaipur Literature Festival. Like previous years, the fest will be held at the Diggi Palace from January 23 to 27, and will offer panel discussions, author interactions, book signing and book reading sessions, and cultural performances. In the past, such noted authors as Margaret Atwood and Jeffrey Archer have been at the event. This year, the personalities being expected include, Chinmoy Guha, an acclaimed essayist and French Scholar; Vera Michalski-Hoffmann, a well-known Swiss author and publisher and Vilis Kasims, a Latvian author.

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Kerala Literature Festival

17-19 January

The 10th edition of the Kolkata Literary Festival will be held across heritage sites in the city

The Delhi Literature Festival is an annual event in the city’s calender. The dates for 2020 haven’t been announced yet

The fifth edition of the Kerala Literature Festival is to be held from January 16 to 19 by the beaches of Kozhikode (Calicut). During the festival, visitors and participants from around the world engage in discussions on literature, art, cinema, music, environment, science, and technology. And there is no dearth of entertainment either. From Carnatic music concerts to rock band performances, and from classical dance and flamenco shows to puppetry and theatre – it’s a cultural treat. In 2020, the focus theme will be environment and climate change; the guest nation will be Spain and Tamil literature will be in the limelight.

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A room in the woods Enjoy nature, adventure and hospitality at its best in this picturesque property in Manali

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(Clockwise from top): The bright lounge of Tall Trees Resorts; snow-capped cottages of the property; mesmerising views en route to Rohtang Pass

Imagine waking up to the sound of chirping birds and gushing streams instead of honking cars and chattering neighbours. Stepping onto warm wooden floors instead of cold marble ones, and drawing your curtains to take in the sight of the snow-capped Himalayas, pristine greenery all around and the smell of fresh pine cones. Cosily nestled in a 100-acre pine forest alongside River Beas in Manali, Himachal Pradesh, the Tall Trees Resorts by OpenSky offers all this and more.

Manali is a popular holiday destination, especially in winter, offering tourists several experiences. From lazy walks to easy treks, and from adrenaline-pumping river rafting adventures, paragliding to mountain biking, the picturesque

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town has something for every vacationer. But if you are looking to de-stress, join a meditation session, which the resort can arrange for you!

Keep a couple of days to explore the hotspots around Manali, like Rohtang Pass, Manali Sanctuary and Hadimba Temple. As all these places can get crowded, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s smart to plan ahead.

After a day of exploring sights in and around Manali, keep the evening free to discover the heart of the hill station: the buzzing Mall Road.

A bustling road lined with hotels, restaurants and curio stalls, this is where the true spirit of the town lies. After this, just return to the resort, get the bonfire going and settle in with a hot drink!

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Auli in Uttarakhand, Gulmarg in Jammu & Kashmir, and Shimla and Manali in Himachal Pradesh are on the go-to list of every winterloving tourist. But these are not the only destinations in India that receive heavy snowfall and transform into white paradise in this season. Here are seven lesser-known destinations you can visit in north and Northeast India, where you can enjoy snow and snow adventures!

Sangla, Himachal Pradesh

Sangla is a jewel the lush Baspa Valley.

Perched on slopes near Baspa River, one house precariously placed atop the next, Sangla is a magical place. Between December and February, temperatures drop as low as -15 to -20 degree C and Sangla is covered in a thick, white blanket. Walk in the snow or stay warm inside a local homestay sipping cups of Himachali tea.

Take out your heavy woolens and shine up those leather boots, as Promita Mukherjee brings you seven not-so-known snowy destinations from across India to visit this season

The Bering Nag Temple located here is an architectural wonder. Head there for some peace and calm. If you are up for some exploring, head up to Chitkul (about 22 km away), said to be the last inhabited Indian village on the old Indo-Tibetan road. Carry back pine nuts, a speciality of the region, and donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t forget to gorge on fresh trout.

Zuluk, Sikkim

Zuluk, or Dzuluk, a sleepy hamlet in East Sikkim, was once a part of the historic trade route that connected Lhasa in Tibet to Kalimpong in West Bengal. If being far away from civilisation is what catches your fancy, then Zuluk, with a very sparse population, is the ideal destination for you. If you are a thrill seeker, Zuluk will not disappoint you either. Gear up for as many as 32 hairpin turns with the Himalayas as your companion as you drive up to Zuluk in a jaw-dropping ride.

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Trekking on snow-covered paths during winter makes for unforgettable adventures

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ladakh Mostly popular for summer travel, Ladakh is magical during winter. Though the temperatures here can drop to lesser than -30 degree C at night, the region’s stark beauty is even more stunning covered in snow. If you want to venture beyond the Union Territory’s largest town Leh, a trip to the frozen Pangong lake is a must. Check with hotels before you plan your trip and the best way to reach Leh during winter is to fly.

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Located at an altitude of around 10,000 ft, Zuluk receives heavy snowfall in winter, with the temperature dipping to as low as -3 degree C. So make sure you carry enough warm clothes. About 88 km away from Zuluk is the state capital Gangtok that offers plenty of snow activities like skiing and ice skating.

Lava, West Bengal

Thick pinewood forests covered in powdery snow, a lone monastery, stunning trekking routes covered in a soft white blanket and breathtaking views of Mt Kanchenjunga. All this and more await you in West Bengal’s Lava. Situated at an altitude of 7,709 ft (approximately), this quaint village in Darjeeling district, is one of the few places in the state that receives snow in winter, with an average temperature ranging between zero degree and -8 degree C.

Owing to its offbeat location, Lava has managed to retain its charm and is not as crowded as Kalimpong, a popular tourist spot, about 30 km away.

Lava is from where you enter the Neora Valley National Park, which is a great option for trekking and bird watching. Walk up to the Lava Buddhist monastery, a striking red building very close to the centre of the town.

If your idea of a holiday is to rejuvenate and go for relaxing long walks, Lava is just the place for you.

Sela Pass, Arunachal Pradesh

Biting cold of -10 degree C and lesser, that’s what you will be signing up for if you are headed to Se La, or Sela Pass that connects the town of Tawang in Arunachal Pradesh to the rest of the country. Though this place re-

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ceives snow pretty much round-the-year, it freezes during the colder months. Unless there is heavy snowfall, Sela Pass remains open, thanks to the efforts of the Indian Army, as it is located close to the international border. Close to the pass lies the stunning Sela Lake, which remains partially or completely frozen during winter, making it a favourite site for landscape photographers. Adventure enthusiasts can drive to Tawang (about 76 km away) to indulge in some adrenaline-filled skiing. For an unparalleled experience, head to the Pankang Teng Tso Lake, situated about 17 km from Tawang. The lake remains frozen during winter and the slopes around it are great for skiing.

Harsil, Uttarakhand

Dubbed as the “mini Switzerland of India”, this hidden gem in Uttarakhand is situated at an elevation of around 8,600 ft on the banks of River Bhagirathi. Surrounded by

snow-capped mountains, pine forests and some splendidly-beautiful flora and fauna, Harsil is a winter paradise. The temperature remains way below zero degree Centigrade in this town that is also known for its apples. You can walk around, explore the deodar forests nearby or go for a trek in the snow. If you do not feel like exploring the snowy trails, you can get snug and comfortable in one of the few cosy homestays here.

Once you’ve had a fill of Harsil’s snowcovered beauty, you can visit some of its nearby attractions too. A two-hour drive (approximately) will take you to Daraya Bugyal, which is an excellent spot for skiing.

Chopta, Uttarakhand

If you are a thrill seeker, Chopta in Uttarakhand is just the right place for you this winter. Although this little village serves as the base camp for trekking to Tungnath, said to be one of the highest Shiva temples in the world, it does not get in the way of a serene snow-filled vacation. If you decide to visit, carry warm clothes as during the winter months, temperature here ranges from seven degree to -3 degree C.

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Alliance Air flies to Shimla (closest to Sangla Valley) daily from New Delhi

Air India flies to Bagdogra (closest to Zuluk in Sikkim and Lava in West Bengal) daily from New Delhi and thrice a week from Kolkata

Alliance Air flies to Tezpur (closest to Sela Pass) from Kolkata and Guwahati thrice a week

Dehradun is the nearest airport to Harsil and Chopta. It is connected to New Delhi, Mumbai and Varanasi by Air India and Alliance Air

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Martand Sun Temple, J&K

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Nestled in the lap of the Himalayas, Chopta is yet untouched by tourists and offers stunning views of the Himalayan range, including Trishul, Nanda Devi and Chaukhamba mountains. Find your own romance as you walk amidst the snowclad branches of pine, fir and rhododendron trees. The chirping of rare species of birds will wake you up in the morning as you snuggle into your blanket, with the chill surrounding you. If you are up for a long

An 8th-century architectural marvel, the Martand sun temple is located about eight km from Anantnag in Jammu & Kashmir.

Although the structure is a picturesque sight in summer, it is during winter that it presents an ethereal view. The ground surrounding the temple is blanketed with snow. Its beauty in winter was captured in the critically-acclaimed Bollywood movie Haider (2014). The temperature around Anantnag during winter usually stays between 9 degree C and 4 degree C. If itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s snowy adventures you are looking for, take a trip to either Pahalgam (an hour from Anantnag) or Gulmarg (about three hours from Anantnag) - two of the best spots in the state for skiing.

The author is an avid traveller and the views expressed in the article are her own

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TRANSPORTatION THROUGH WATERWAYS IWAI aims to increase the cargo transportation through Inland Waterway Transport on National Waterways in the country

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he Inland Waterways Authority of India (IWAI) was established under an Act of Parliament on October 27, 1986. The authority does the development and maintenance of infrastructure for shipping and navigation. In 2016, 106 new national waterways under the National Waterways Act, 2016 were declared. With the five existing National Waterways (NW), the addition of the new ones takes the total number to 111 in the country currently.

India has 14,500 kms of navigable inland waterways. IWAI aims to increase the cargo transportation through IWT on National Waterways in the country.

It has grown from 55.01 million tonnes in the year 2017-18 to 72.31 million tonnes in 2018-19 and aims to grow to 120 million tonnes by 2023-24.

In 2014-15, Jal Marg Vikas Project (JMVP) was announced on National Waterway-1 (NW-1) to enable commercial navigation on the Varanasi-Haldia stretch of the Ganga river. Of the three multimodal terminals being built on

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the Ganga river, the ones at Varanasi in Uttar Pradesh and Sahibganj in Jharkhand are already operational while the third at Haldia in West Bengal is likely to be operational sometime in 2020. The Hon’ble Prime Minister inaugurated the multimodal terminal at Varanasi on November 12, 2018 and the one at Sahibganj on September 12, 2019.

On November 12, 2018, along with dedicating India’s first riverine multimodal terminal at Varanasi to the nation, the Hon’ble Prime Minister also received country’s first container cargo that travelled on National Waterway -1 from Kolkata to Varanasi.

INLAND WATERWAYS – GROWING CONNECTIVITY NW-1, along with proposed Eastern Dedicated Freight Corridor and NH-2, constitute the Eastern Transport Corridor of India connecting the National Capital Region (NCR) with the eastern and north-eastern states, will function as a link to Bangladesh, Myanmar, Thailand, Nepal and other east and

South-East Asian countries through the Kolkata Port and Indo- Bangladesh Protocol Route.

IWAI heralds new promises for growth and employment in North Eastern Region (NER) too. Development of IWT in NER is a high priority for IWAI as it is in line with government’s focus on improving the means of communication and transport in remote areas of NER and also, the overall Act East Policy.

The West Coast Canal between Kottapuram and Kollam (168 kms) together with the Udyogmandal Canal (23 kms) and the Champakkara Canal (14 kms) in Kerala with a total length of 205 kms was declared as National Waterway-3 during February, 1993.

The Kakinada-Puducherry canals along with Godavari and Krishna rivers in the states of Andhra Pradesh, Tamil Nadu and Union territory of Puducherry, with a total length of 1,078 kms was declared National Waterway 4 (NW-4) in 2008.

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ENVIRONMENTAL ADVANTAGES Inland Waterway Transport is the most environment-friendly mode of transport, compared to the other surface-based modes of transport.

• It is a non-water consumptive transportation with minimal resource depletion.

• It will facilitate reduction of pressure on Railway network and National Highways, relieving congestion, reduced emissions from vehicles and railway engines on non-electrified routes, thereby reducing carbon emission and project footprint.

• Use of modern inland water vessels, with natural gas (LNG/CNG) as fuel will reduce emission of SOx (50%), NOx (70%), Particulate Matter (95%) and CO2 (25%). Hence, it will have negligible impact on ambient air quality.

• LNG/CNG engines on inland vessels have lower noise level and air emission than diesel engines. This has less impact on ambient noise level.

• Due to minimum requirement of land acquisition, there will be insignificant impact on ecology & biodiversity, agricultural activities as well as on the livelihood of the people.

• Further, keeping in line with government’s commitment towards putting in place safety mechanisms while creating such an infrastructure, IWAI has worked on putting up the highest health and safety standards for operation of terminal facilities and navigation operations.

• IWAI is working on a comprehensive Disaster Management Plan, which is under preparation in line with National Disaster Management Authority guidelines.

• Alappuzha – Kottayam – Athirampuzha Canal, with a length of 40 kms, has been declared as National Waterway – 9. It is located from Boat jetty, Alappuzha to Athirampuzha market in Kerala.

• Sundarbans Waterways, with a length of 172 kms, has been declared as National Waterway – 97 in West Bengal.

• Barak River (NW 16): The Project Cost is ` 76.01 crores. Key cargo commodities on NW 16 (121 kms) are Construction material, Rice, Coal, Paper & Goods.

• Goa Waterways – Cumberjua Canal (NW-27), Mandovi River (NW-68) &

(NW-5) in 2008. The work is underway on the project.

DEVELOPMENT OF EIGHT NEW NATIONAL WATERWAYS TAKEN UP DURING 2017-18: • Gandak River, with a length of 296 kms, has been declared as National Waterway – 37. It is located from Bhaisaslotal Barrage near Triveni Ghat to Hajipur in Bihar & Uttar Pradesh.

• Rupnarayan River, with a length of 72 kms, has been declared as National Waterway – 86. It is located from Pratappur to Geonkhali in West Bengal.

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IWAI AS CARGO AGGREGATOR As part of its preparedness for optimal use of its ongoing capacity development on various National Waterways, IWAI on July 31, 2018 launched a dedicated portal named “FOCAL” to connect cargo owners and shippers with real time data on availability of vessels.

FOCAL marked attaining of a critical milestone in the growth of country’s Inland Water Transport (IWT) sector as it will help overcome the unique navigation challenges the Ganga river throws due to its complex river morphology, hydraulics, acute bends, shifting channels, meanders and current.

BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES FOR IWT STAKEHOLDERS • The development works being undertaken by IWAI provide business opportunities to players involved in waterways in the fields of: • Cargo Movement • Dredging Works • Construction, Operation and Maintenance of Terminals • Barge Construction and Operations • Navigation Aids • Hydrographic Surveys • Manpower Supply for Vessels & Terminals. Training of Vessel Crews • Stevedoring and Forwarding • Cruise Operations • Consultancy Services for TechnoEconomic Feasibility, Environmental & Social Impact and Market Analysis Studies, Preparation of DPRs. • Project Management Consultancy • Construction Supervision • Proof Checking of Design • Model Studies january 2020 I shubh Yatra I 51

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Fall in Love this year, with yourself

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The new year is all about self-discovery, accepting one’s flaws and appreciating strengths.

As we step into 2020, Karmel Nair tells us five easy ways to cherish ourselves

It’s very easy to get demotivated with yourself, both in the personal and professional spheres. But it’s equally easy to bounce back if you are in love, with yourself. If you have faith in your capabilities, no amount of rejection or criticism can affect you.

To build this strength, it is imperative to reinvent ways of loving, caring or connecting with oneself.

In 2020, let’s resolve to start the year with some fabulous ways of falling in love with ourselves.

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Not all of us are comfortable with change.

It troubles us and we look for ways to hold on to everything that’s familiar. This year, try to embrace the change. Say yes to things you would normally say no to. Set off on that holiday you have been delaying, try out things that you have had apprehensions about, meet new people and make new friends. Go with the flow and let life surprise you.

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Recreate

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List your happy memories and try to recreate them. It may mean getting in touch with an old friend and reviving old contacts, picking up an old sport or a hobby, or simply doing something that makes you happy. This will rekindle the fun and add thrill to your life.

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Make a list of all achievements irrespective of how big or small they are - and place it at a spot that is always in your line of sight like your work desk or wardrobe.

It will be a constant reminder of your strength and determination and the happiness that those successes brought. It will motivate you to aim bigger in life and give you the strength to achieve it.

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“Ask and it will be given…” says the Bible, which is true, to a certain extent. So bare your heart and ask for what you want and deserve. It may need a little bit of work, initially, but once you start, it will boost your confidence and you’ll begin to look at life from a whole new perspective.

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Be your own critic. Make a list of a few things that you do not like about yourself and pick the one that you want to change in the new year. Be it a bad temper, repressed emotions or lack of will power invest your energy in taking the flaw and turning it into your strength. Once you do so, you’ll see your life lighting up.

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Future perfect India targets digital transformation of defence DefExpo-2020, to be held in Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh, will focus on ‘Digital Transformation of Defence’ and is expected to be the biggest Indian defence exhibition ever submarines, battle tanks and intercontinental ballistic missiles. In addition to this, our technological prowess in information technology has been acknowledged by the world.

A vibrant domestic defence industry is a crucial component of effective defence capability, aids in maintaining national sovereignty and achieve military superiority. Self-reliance in defence has, therefore, been an important guiding principle for the Government of India.

The Department of Defence Production, under the Ministry of Defence, Government of India, over the years, has assiduously built up capabilities in the defence industry to provide our armed forces with weapons/ ammunition/equipment/platforms and systems that they need for the defence of our country. Today the remarkable fact about the Indian defence industry is that it has the strength and depth. It has Ordnance factories, and manufacturers like Hindustan Aeronautics Ltd, Bharat Electronics on one side, and numerous startups and MSMEs on the other.

India has one of the largest defence industrial complexes in the developing world. It is one amongst a few countries in the world which produces fourthgeneration fighter aircraft, nuclear

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The Department of Defence Production aims to place India among the top five countries of the world in aerospace and defence industries, with the active participation of public and private (including MSME) sectors, fulfilling the objective of self-reliance as well as the demand of other friendly countries.

In this background, the biennial defence exhibition, DefExpo 2020, to be held in Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh, from February 5 to 8, is very significant. The event will underscore India’s first serious attempt to project itself as a major military manufacturer. The event will be formally inaugurated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The expo has received overwhelming response from across the globe and participation from more than 70 countries is expected this year. The scale of the exhibition will be the largest ever held in the country and will be in line with the biggest international defence exhibitions. The exhibition space has been scaled up by 32 per cent from the previous edition of DefExpo held in Chennai.

Rajnath Singh

Minister of Defence, Government of India

India’s Defence Industry delivers a wide variety of world-class weapon systems that perform critical roles in the nation’s security framework. In a fastemerging economy like India, exports of defence equipment is one of the Key Result Areas of the government. Idea, Innovation and Incubation of cutting-edge technologies are key to the goal of indigenisation and self-reliance in the defence sector. I am confident that India can emerge as a major exporter of defence technologies.

Several initiatives of the Ministry such as the establishment of Defence Corridors, would enable a synergistic eco system for Innovators, Start-ups, MSMEs and Original Equipment Manufacturing (OEMs) with necessary facilities for manufacture, testing, certification, export, technology transfer etc.

DefExpo offers opportunities for strengthening the Indian Defence Industry eco system.

DefExpo 2020, being organised at Lucknow, will provide an excellent opportunity for all stakeholders in enabling India to leverage digital technologies in defence manufacturing.

I welcome you to DefExpo 2020 to be held in Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh, from February 5 to 8, 2020.

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In view of the growth of the Aerospace and Defence sector, the ministry is targeting participation of over 1,000 exhibitors, which is a 40 per cent increase compared to the previous edition. Towards ideating and consolidating the experience of the leaders in the domain as well as academia, a series of webinars are being conducted in December 2019 and January 2020, and will be manifested in the India Pavilion at DefExpo-20.

The India Pavilion will represent the theme of the exhibition and capture the digital transformation in the defence equipment, industry shop floor and also showcase efforts to nurture indigenous Innovators and start-ups.

There will be separate pavilions of the Government of Uttar Pradesh. The event will also see top researchers and scientists working in the various aspects of land, naval and homeland internal security systems participate in the discussions during the seminars at the exhibition. Business seminars are also being organised to discuss Artificial Intelligence, Robotics, IOTs, Drones and Wired Warrior etc.

A live demonstration at the Gomti river-front has also been planned from February 5th to 9th, which will involve various activities by Indian Navy, Indian Coastguard, Indian Army and Indian Air Force including demonstration of sailboats, water scooters, search and rescue operations, activities by Marcos, ride in Army tanks and performance by the Symphony Orchestra.

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Subhash Chandra, Secretary, Defence Production, talks about the steps being taken by GOI to make India’s production capabilities more robust What can we expect from the Defence Expo 2020 to be held in Lucknow?

India has one of the largest defence industrial ecosystems in South and Southeast Asia and we aspire to further build on our strengths. DefExpo will showcase government’s intent to achieve a turnover of USD 26 billion in Aerospace and Defence goods and services by 2025 as part of the effort to achieve a USD 5 trillion economy.

What is the focus of the Defence Expo 2020?

The expo’s sub-theme is ‘Digital Transformation of Defence’ and it will showcase digitalisation as the key to the emerging security scenario as the spectrum of warfare is transiting from land, air and sea to the newer dimensions of cyber and space. These domains leverage technologies like Artificial Intelligence (AI), robotics and quantum computing. DefExpo will demonstrate how India’s defence manufacturing is responding to such challenges to equip the armed forces in a reliable manner to be prepared for countering threats and acting proactively when needed.

DefExpo will also provide friendly nations the opportunity to showcase their equipment and explore the strengths and capabilities of India’s defence industry for their requirements. Partnerships, MOUs/ contracts would promote shared prosperity with friendly countries and boost investment, expand manufacturing, raise the level of technology and accelerate economic growth of our defence industry.

Tell us about the new defence corridor that is coming in Uttar Pradesh.

The Defence Industrial Corridor in Uttar Pradesh is one of the two corridors

identified by the Government of India based on the potential for defence manufacturing. Six eco system nodes in Uttar Pradesh - Aligarh, Agra, Chitrakoot, Jhansi, Kanpur and Lucknow - have been identified for this purpose. Prime Minister Narendra Modi laid the foundation stone for Uttar Pradesh Defence Industrial Corridor in Jhansi (UP) on February 15, 2019. Investment proposals of approx INR 3,700 crore were made in August 2018 for the UP defence corridor.

In addition, Indo-Russian Rifles Private Limited (IRRPL), a joint venture company with Ordnance Factory Board (OFB) India, JSC Rosonboron export and Concern Kalashnikov (Russia) was dedicated to the nation in Amethi district of Uttar Pradesh by PM Modi in March, 2019.

This envisages production of 7.50 lakh AK-203 rifles. Transfer of technology and indigenisation are key to this project.

Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) has planned capital investment of INR 1,200 crore over the period of five years in its units located at Lucknow, Kanpur, Korwa and Naini. The modernisation programme of OFB is primarily focussed on manufacturing quality products with cost effectiveness, taking into account the current and long-term requirements of the Indian armed forces. january 2020 I shubh Yatra I 57

infocus infocus namely Naval Utility Helicopters and Advanced Submarines are currently being progressed under this model.

The government has also notified a policy for indigenisation of components and spares used in defence platforms.

Over 2,500 indigenously-developed products of OFB and DPSUs under the Make-II procedure are currently available. A Defence Investor Cell in the Ministry provides information support related to investment opportunities, procedures and regulatory requirements.

There was a report of “Strategic Implementation of Artificial Intelligence for National Security and Defence”. What can you tell us about that?

Artificial Intelligence (AI) has the potential to transform the traditional understanding of how war is waged.

It is likely to affect the entire spectrum of war including planning, resource management and decision making.

A Defence AI Project Agency (DAIPA) has been created to enable the design, development and production of AI-based systems and processes across the services and defence organisations.

Defence PSUs and OFB are also working to develop AI-based technologies and products.

In what way is the department contributing to the Make in India campaign?

The industrial licensing process for Indian manufacturers has been liberalised to reduce entry barriers for new entrants, particularly Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs). The number of defence licenses issued has grown by over 200 per cent from 215 on March 31, 2014, to 452 till date covering a total of 275 companies. A separate procedure for ‘Make-II’ sub-category has been notified with several industry-friendly provisions.

In less than two years, 44 projects have been accorded ‘Approval in Principle’. The FDI Policy too has been revised to allow foreign investment up to 49 per cent under automatic route and above 49 per cent under government route. Significant

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MSMEs are the silent performers who carry our ambition of achieving a USD 5 trillion economy on their shoulders.

We aim to increase the MSME base engaged in defence manufacturing from 8,000 to 16,000 by 2024 FDI inflows in defence and aerospace sectors have been witnessed. The ​ Defence Procurement Procedure (DPP) was revised in 2016 to include specific provisions for stimulating domestic defence industry. A new category of procurement ‘Buy Indian-IDDM (Indigenously Designed, Developed and Manufactured)’ to promote indigenous design and development of defence equipment has been adopted.

The government has notified the ‘Strategic Partnership (SP)’ Model for establishment of long-term strategic partnerships with Indian entities through a transparent and competitive process. Indian Industry is being encouraged to tie up with global Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) to seek technology transfer. Two projects,

Tell us about the department of Defence Production’s collaboration to introduce state-of-the-art equipment and indigenous R&D. The Department of Defence Production actively collaborates with the industry to bring in innovation and development of indigenous research and development.

Several recent initiatives include launch of the Innovations for Defence Excellence (iDEX) in April 2018. Today, a vibrant community of more than 600 start-ups is working in the sector.

Mission ‘Raksha Gyanshakti’ was launched in 2018-19 to create and protect Intellectual Property in the defence production ecosystem. We were able to file 730 IPs during the year.

A Defence Innovation Hub was approved at Coimbatore for the first time in collaboration with the Coimbatore District Small Industries Association (CODISSIA) to augment the capability of vibrant MSME cluster to cater to defence and aerospace needs. Defence Minister Rajnath Singh has approved the Defence Testing Infrastructure Scheme (DTIS) to support indigenous industry in the two Defence Industrial Corridors in order to reduce import of military equipment and make the country self-reliant. The DTIS plans to set up 6-8 new labs, through grant-in-aid of INR 400 crore under the Public Private Partnership model. shubh-yatra.in

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Partnering with Indian Industry for growth

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Dhanush, the indigenously developed and manufactured 155x45 cal modern artillery gun system

Chairman, Ordnance Factory Board (OFB) The Ordnance Factory Board (OFB) with 41 factories under its control is the largest arms manufacturer in India and ranked 37th among the manufacturers in the emerging producers category by the Stockholm based SIPRI in 2017.

India, however, remains one of the largest importers of weapons in the world. Given this situation and India’s ambition of becoming a military super power in the region, the government has adopted policies to open up the hitherto closed area of defence production to the private sector, both domestic and foreign, by permitting foreign direct investment of 49%, an aggressive ‘offset’ policy and by ending state monopolies.

The Ordnance Factories, which have a history of over 200 years and are commonly referred to as the fourth arm of defence – the other three being the Army, Navy and Air Force

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– is today buffeted by these winds of change. However, threats also bring opportunities and the Ordnance Factories with their domain expertise, a highly skilled work force and an unmatched depth of manufacturing capability have decided to meet these challenges and triumph over them.

It is to this objective that in-house R&D – a mandate that the Ordnance Factories received only in 2006 – has been geared.

The recent success of the “twin marvels” of ‘Make in India’ -- “Dhanush”, the indigenously developed and manufactured 155x45 cal modern artillery gun system and “Sharang”, the upgraded 130 mm to 155 mm cal gun, have established OFB as a designer and manufacturer of modern artillery gun systems, a reputation that has been taken note of by other countries as well, for export enquiries have already begun to pour in.

Today the Ordnance Factories generate about 25% of their revenues through products developed through in-house R&D. This capability also powers the drive towards indigenization and consequently the products of the Ordnance Factories have an indigenous content of over 90%.This achievement also includes the contribution of defence public sector undertakings (DPSUs) like BEL, BEML, BDL, MIDHANI and private sector companies like L&T and PSUs like ECIL.

A number of companies and PSUs have contributed to the success of “Dhanush” like SAIL, WABCO, DANTAL and others. This is also buttressed by the export of 155 mm barrels and breach mechanisms for testing purposes to a prominent European manufacturer, a testimonial to the stringent quality standards adhered to during manufacture. If ordnance manufacture has brought glory, ammunition is not far behind and OFB has established its reputation by bagging repeat orders shubh-yatra.in

for export of 155 mm ammunition to countries in West Asia. In the field of explosives too, the products of the Ordnance Factories are competitive and have found markets abroad which had led to repeat orders. In-house R&D has contributed significantly to import substitution and development of new products such as the bi-modular charge system (BMCS); specialised propellants for use in missiles and aerospace applications including the latest Chandrayan mission; thermal and night sights for tanks and infantry combat vehicles (ICVs); engines for T-72 & T-90 tanks; barrels for T-90 tanks; anti-submarine rockets for the Indian Navy and aerial bombs for the Indian Air Force, lifting apparatus for naval helicopters and parachutes – both brake parachutes for aircraft and heavy drop parachutes. The CRN-91 Naval gun, the under barrel grenade launcher (UBGL), chaff dispenser for anti-missile defence (Kavach Mod I and II) and the upgraded L-70 gun as a close in weapon system (CIWS) for air defence, are all success stories of in-house R&D. Brake parachutes for Su-30 are being exported to SouthEast Asian countries for some time now. OFB has also developed the expertise to customise mine protected vehicles (MPVs) in accordance with customer requirements. This also has significant export potential.

In the field of small arms, the 5.56x30 mm joint venture protective carbine (JVPC) developed in association with the DRDO, has been successfully manufactured and is being supplied to various para military and state police forces, as is the 7.62x39 mm Trichy Assault Rifle (TAR). The 7.62x51 mm assault rifle and the 7.62 sniper rifle are also under development and have shown promise.

Indigenization, new product development, adopting international MIL/

Sharang, the upgraded 130 mm to 155 mm cal gun

NATO standards; and cost effectiveness is, in essence, OFB’s strategy to position itself as a supplier of high quality arms and ammunition at globally competitive prices.

The growth of the Ordnance Factories – the first factory was established at Cossipore at Kolkata in 1801 – is synonymous with the growth of modern manufacturing in India. Even in the early days of the East India Company a great deal of emphasis was placed on the use of locally available skills and materials so as to control costs.

This continues to be our endeavor and the Ordnance Factories have contributed significantly to the growth of modern industry, both in the public and private sector, thereby strengthening the technological capabilities available in the country. In the year 2018-19, the Ordnance Factories sourced goods and services from about 2700 vendors of which around 80% were MSMEs. In order to help the vendors, OFB has taken a number of measures to increase the “ease of doing business”. A new procurement manual was unveiled in August with

several vendor friendly measures pertaining to issues such as imposition of liquidated damages, rationalisation of performance security deposit and relaxed earnest money deposit norms. The process of registration of vendors has also been simplified. In order to address grievances, vendor meets are organised every month in the factories and once every quarter at the board.

Combining the policies of ‘Digital India’ with ‘Ease of Doing Business’ many factories have also launched apps for providing information to vendors on a real time basis regarding status of contracts and payment of bills. The future holds immense promise for Indian industry to partner with the Ordnance factories for growth.

A transformed OFB will continue to strengthen the sinews of the nation and play a vital role in not only in powering a USD 5 trillion economy but also strengthen of our armed forces as India takes it rightful place as a super power in the world. january 2020 I shubh Yatra I 61

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Padma Shri Sudha Murty is a magical storyteller, making complex stories easily relatable. She speaks to Vinayak Surya Swami about what inspires her

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Her name precedes her. The first female engineer for the countryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s foremost manufacturing assemblage, the Tata Engineering and Locomotive Company (TELCO), the author of numerous books, a Padma Shri awardee and Infosys Foundation chairperson. But Sudha Murty is humble and exudes a warmth that envelops you even before the customary introductions are made.

Murty has written numerous books, in both English and her mother tongue Kannada, on diverse topics, yet one aspect has been constant â&#x20AC;&#x201C; all her books have been written with simplicity, which makes the message conveyed, more profound. Take for example, her latest, Daughter from a Wishing Tree: Unusual Tales about Women in Mythology, which is a part of a fivebook series that tells stories of powerful and unique women characters from Indian mythology.

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Air India flies from Bengaluru to London and I am a regular with the airline on this route. Our national carrier fills with me pride. The crew looks after you like family. If I can, I always choose Air India - Sudha Murty

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Know Sudha Murty initially wrote in Kannada till 2000. Her first work in English Wise and Otherwise, came two years later. Till date, her books have been translated into 12 Indian languages

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“Most people are only aware of Sita and Draupadi from our mythologies. But there are so many other interesting women characters in our past; women who have led armies and changed the destinies of their kingdoms. I wanted to speak about them.

In the same way, we know of Goddess Parvati as one of the most powerful Hindu deities and also as a mother. My book tries to explain why she craved for a daughter and that why, even though she was a goddess, she felt incomplete without a female child,” says Murty. This passion for gender equality underlines her own life story too. When asked about being the proverbial woman behind the successful man, her husband Narayana Murthy, who founded the IT giant Infosys, she is quick to amend: “I am the woman standing by my man (husband) and not behind him. I think the proverb should be re-phrased as beside every successful man, there is an understanding woman!” This deep-seated wish to achieve justice and equality for all has motivated her to work for lesser-priviledged children and women across Karnataka.

But what was it that first struck Murty to move in a direction so different from her qualifications as an engineer? With a chuckle she explains the reason behind her love for all things literary. “I have always enjoyed writing for children. Having said that, I have to think a lot more when I am writing for them as compared to when I write for adults. When I became a grandmother, though, I started enjoying writing for children even more – storytelling started coming to me quite naturally.”

Her last five books have been woven around mythology... “as a child I listened to several

stories from the Mahabharata, the Ramayana and others. They shaped me and my character.

I really wanted these stories - episodes from my childhood, which were a little unusual, and therefore, unheard of - to come out as books.

All the stories that I have recently written and compiled into books are unique. It all started with the idea that I could actually recite them to my daughter, and which would then be preserved.”

How does she adjust her other professional responsibilities, heading one of the largest welfare associations in the country, opening close to 50,000 libraries for children, and yet be a prolific author? “I enjoy putting my thoughts to paper. So it’s not work for me. The story depends on the circumstance. For example, when I write about my experiences with the Infosys Foundation, I have to tell people how difficult it is to successfully manage a foundation. I have to describe the numerous kind of people involved and narrate with anecdotes from real life. With children, it’s almost as if you have to educate them regarding the harsh realities of life and yet impart the knowledge in the form of a simple story.”

But surely, with so much she must have encountered the infamous writer’s block! “No, not really. I only begin my writing process when I have a well-defined outline in my mind. I was never someone who would take to writing with a half-baked idea. I formulate everything and then begin. But, whenever I finish a book, for some time after that, I don’t like to write. Because when I am writing I give it everything and feel tired once I finish.”

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Gramping, mancation, bratpacker, overtourism... do these words sound like jargons? If they do, read on to know more, as these are the terms travellers will use most frequently in 2020

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Terms you need to k n ow this year

Break-up breaks Buckets of ice-cream, romantic movie reruns and retail therapy to get over a broken relationship is passĂŠ. Millennials now pack their bags and go soul searching instead. Called break-up breaks, these vacations help deal with the stress, anxiety and emotional upheaval one goes through when a relationship ends, and provide a chance to travel to a place away from the familiar where one can discover their purpose in life.

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Travelista

Do you have that one person in your friend circle who is always boasting about their exotic vacations? The one who never misses a chance to share insider travel tips about destinations they have been to? Let them know that they are a travelangelist (travel+angelist) the next time they offer unsolicited advice about travel.

Flashpacker Do not confuse a flashpacker with a backpacker. While the latter has a shoestring budget, a flashpacker would check into a homestay or hotel, opt for a more comfortable mode of transport like an airplane or a cab, and would choose finedining restaurants over local diners.

Pretty women bloggers in stylish dresses posing artistically in front of picturesque locations define a travelista, a new-age compound word made from ‘travel’ and ‘fashionista’. These ladies, with hundreds of followers on social media sites, seamlessly combine their love for travel with fashion.

Grey nomad

Did you know?

A common term in Australia, it denotes an adventure-loving mature traveller who explores a country, stays in a caravan or a tent for a reasonably long time.

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Looking for a synonym for ‘solo traveller’? Your search ends at the Latin word ‘solivagant’, which means solitary wanderer

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If you are running out of words to express the restless traveller in you, try ‘fernweh’. A German term, it means an ardent desire to travel to far-off places.

Digital nomads

The people who work remotely to live and travel more freely.

Mostly youngsters, they depend on the virtual world to earn their living.

Sustainable travel

Sustainable travel or a journey that least affects the environment has been growing in popularity over the last few years.

In 2020, it will reach its peak with the world’s first 3D-printed retreat set to be launched in Africa, offering maximum “appreciation for the local environment”.

Mancation

Remember the movie franchise Hangover, where four friends set off on a bachelor’s trip to strengthen their bond and end up having a series of adventures?

There is no better way to describe a mancation than a vacation where men participate in a bunch of fun activities like playing golf or a game of cards or go surfing or engage in adventure sports.

Touristaurant

Another compound word made from ‘tourist’ and ‘restaurant’, it can be defined as an eatery that has gained popularity owing to its location. Think of restaurants in such all-year touristy places as Venice, Paris and Vienna. They do not worry about the quality of food and customers never returning, as new visitors and tourists will walk in every day. january 2020 I shubh Yatra I 67

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Hygge

Microhotels After yostels (hotels+hostels), the new brigade is looking at established hotel chains offering smaller rooms. Often less then 200 sq feet, the terms that make these rooms attractive are “cosy” and “efficient”!

Pronounced as ‘hoo-gah’, this Danish word means creating a warm atmosphere and enjoying the good things in life like cosying up with the family for a movie or having dinner with your loved ones.

No wonder the Danes are considered one of the happiest in the world.

Waldeinsamkeit If you love solitude and the woods, this is the perfect word for you. Translated, this German word denotes the feeling of being alone in the woods.

The word is about creating a connection with nature and savouring the time spent exploring it.

Resfeber The Swedish word describes what you feel once your flight tickets have been booked to take you to your next travel destination.

It refers to the mixed feeling of anxiety and anticipation a traveller feels.

Peripatetic

Wayfarer

Even before ‘wayfarer’ became popular as a particular type of eyewear across the world, it was used to describe a person who travels from one place to another on foot.

Bratpacker

Overtourism

The world is a big place but there are some destinations that have a horde of tourists crowding them throughout the year. So, avoid the most popular places and think going off the beaten track. Avoid overtourism.

In a word, a bratpacker is a traveller on a budget.

These vacationers love to live out of their suitcase, look for affordable accommodations and choose local food over fancy restaurants. They familiarise themselves with the destinations they are visiting and leave no stone unturned to let their hair down and make the most of their trip. They are somewhat akin to backpackers but live by the motto, travel hard and party harder.

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Derived from the Greek language, this word describes a wanderer -- a person who spends his or her time wandering or travelling without any fixed destination or a return ticket!

Gramping

If visiting your grandparents is one of the fondest memories of your childhood, you would love gramping.

Also called skip-gen breaks, it is about taking a vacation with your grandparents. In other words, it is a holiday without any parental intervention. It is the perfect opportunity for the grandparents to bond with their grandchildren and for the younger generation to understand their parents better from the stories the grandparents have to share about them.

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A gold linen Kanjeevaram from K Radharamanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s label

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k anj e e varam The Kanjeevaram is mostly associated with special occasions such as marriages in Southern India. But the traditional silk saree is getting a contemporary look, says Shruti Kothari Tomar

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for the weft. However, this does not change the design vocabulary of the saree. The motifs used in a traditional Kanjeevaram’s border, body and pallav or pallu (loose end of a saree), remain true to form, thereby ensuring the quality of the weave is not diluted or compromised. The result is a saree that looks traditional yet is more adaptable to the younger generation’s choice.

1. Creations from K Radharaman’s label 2. A traditional Kanjeevaram has intricate zari design. This is a traditional silk saree

The brains behind this unique innovation is K Radharaman, a passionate crusader for the preservation of traditional textiles and craft techniques.

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We sport linen shirts and trousers, even tunics and dresses made from the plant-based natural fabric, which is known for a smart casual style. But ever heard of a linen Kanjeevaram saree? While to a layman, the combination of “contemporary” linen with the “traditional” silk sarees of Tamil Nadu may seem far-fetched, a Bengaluru-based design house has successfully woven the two together to create a unique fabric. Experts say, linen, with its natural sheen is perfect to be combined with silk.

Traditionally these intricate sarees in jewel tones are woven with premium mulberry silk and never moved away from the conventional silk-by-silk (warp and weft) composition. But a change had to be made and it was discovered that the trick to weave an entirely new Kanjeevaram was by replacing the yarn of the weft. So while the warp remained 100 per cent silk, linen became the chosen yarn

Signature innovations that make the Kanjeevaram more wearable while maintaining its essence are Radharaman’s mainstay. Kanjeevaram and linen blend, khadi Kanjeevaram, an unusually lightweight organza Kanjeevaram saree and a unique tussar Kanjeevaram comprise Radharaman’s signature and copyrighted textile inventions. “Through my sarees, I am not only celebrating South India’s traditional textiles but also bringing them to the forefront by making them both wearable and fashionable at the same time,” explains the designer. His sarees become lighter in weight, get contemporary motifs, more colours are added to the palette and they can be styled in interesting ways. Radharaman’s tryst with textiles is not newfound. He hails from the Angadi family, which belongs to the Padmasaliya community, the traditional silk weavers from South India. Armed with a 600-year-old textile legacy, he established the House of Angadi in Bengaluru.

Yes, the same brand from where Bollywood actor Deepika Padukone’s wedding saree was chosen!

The author is a fashion enthusiast and the views expressed in the article are her own

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its flavours The Big Apple is more than just the five boroughs with their breathtaking skyscrapers and, iconic bridges and landmarks. It is also about its unique culinary experiences. Join Mallika Bajaj as she takes to the streets trying out some of the most scrumptious delicacies the city has to offer I am in New York City (NYC) and around me several worlds seem to be amalgamating. The sharp Wall Street black suits; the busy netizens and the awestruck tourists... I tuck my hair behind the ears, put on my beanie cap and blend into the stream of humans. With its cosmopolitan fabric, New York, one of USA’s most populated cities, is truly global, where people from across the world mingle. As I walk, my nose picks up the delicious aroma of freshly-baked cookies and I follow it, only to reach Insomnia Cookies, one of the city’s iconic bakeries.

Classic chocolate chunk, peanut butter chip, snickerdoodle, double chocolate mint, oatmeal raisin, white chocolate macadamia and even ones with M&M’s – the sheer variety of cookies here has me confused. But I settle for the store’s most-popular offering – two cookies of my choice with a glass of chilled milk!

A holiday in New York City is like a dream I never want to wake up from. It has barely been a day that I have landed in the Big Apple and I have already managed to gorge on a hearty break-

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From quintessential American dishes to traditional Mexican delights, New York offers the best of world cuisine

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fast at Bubby’s – a wholesome eggs Benedict (hollandaise, home fries or salad - choice of meat or avocado and tomato), and also the restaurant’s special breakfast, comprising two eggs, a pancake and meat sausage. New York is a foodie’s paradise. Known as the restaurant capital of the world, it is said there are around 25,000 eating establishments in Manhattan (one of the boroughs) alone! The city is so diverse when it comes to dining options is because the people who have made NYC their home, have brought along their cultures and cuisines.

My next stop is Chelsea Market and my aim is to grab a slice of pizza topped with burrata cheese from Filaga, a Sicilian pizzeria, where Italians claim, food tastes “just like home”. After devouring slices of wood-fired pizza, I walk to the High Line. An elevated

park, the High Line is one of NYC’s most popular attractions. A rail track functional till the 1980s, it is now a spectacular park. I make myself comfortable on the steps (made from reclaimed teak) at 23rd street, one of the several distinctive and magical spots in the 2.3-km-long High Line, and watch the world go by.

While there is no dearth of transportation options to go around NYC – the iconic yellow cabs, a well-planned subway system, buses, and even railways and ferries – the best way to go around the city is to walk. Extremely pedestrian-friendly, walking plays a central role in New York’s transportation system.

My next stop is Pietro Nolita, an eatery recommended by several friends. Located in a quiet Elizabeth Street block, this pinkthemed cosy, “authentic” Italian restaurant

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Leave aside half a day to go by the Vessel, an architectural marvel. The extraordinary centerpiece of Hudson Yards, with its iconic spiral staircase, the Vessel is a soaring landmark meant to be climbed. Comprised of 154 intricately interconnecting flights of stairs -- almost 2,500 individual steps and 80 landings -- the vertical climb offers remarkable views of the city, the river and beyond. hudsonyardsnewyork.com New York City is said to have around 15,000 yellow taxis.

These were initially red and green, and took on the famous yellow colour in 1960s.

is run by a fashion celebrity-turned-chef tossing up his mother’s recipes. My favourite lunch spot in this beautiful big city, this place is about lemon, zucchini puree, parmigiano reggiano topped with ricotta salata and toasted almonds! The food is so healthy, it fuses you with the zest you need for an exciting day ahead in the Big Apple. Expect lots of olive oil and oodles of love!

New York is all about looking up, figuratively and literally, as the city is home to the highest number of tallest buildings in the world.

Wherever you go, skyscrapers loom large, shadowing streets and offering some of the most spectacular rooftop views!

There are several rooftop restaurants, but Harriet’s and Skylark are must-sees. Located by the Brooklyn Bridge, the Harriet’s

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Rooftop and Lounge tops the Hotel Brooklyn Bridge, offering some of the best views you can get over New York.

Even higher up sits the Skylark, towering 30 storeys above the city and offering sweeping views of Broadway and Times Square, other than outstanding hospitality and quirky signature cocktails; try My Doctor is Drunk for sure!

They say, people never forget two things in their life - their first love, and their first day in New York. And they say right. I’ve left my heart in New York, a city that isn’t just a destination. It’s more of a feeling; New York is an emotion.

The author is an avid traveller and the views expressed here are her own

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The baron ’s ladl e Rocky Mohan, a noted name in the Indian food and beverage industry recounts his first tryst with cooking and how his culinary influences were passed down by his father, in a freewheeling chat with VS Swami

From talking extensively on Kashmiri cuisine to publishing a book on it, how has the journey been?

The book (Wazwaan) was a result of a very interesting turn of events. It was around 1989 when Rafiq Sadiq, son of GM Sadiq, the then Chief Minister of Jammu & Kashmir and our business partner, introduced me to his family’s waza (traditional cooks from Kashmir), who ran the restaurant Ahad Sons in New Delhi. During that time, I was working on my book Rice and Spice and it occurred to me to try and explain to him the importance of documenting their culinary wealth lest it be lost as these were recipes and cooking techniques handed down through generations and never documented. After a lot of deliberation and conviction, he agreed to document it.

Tell us about your fondness and interest in Kashmiri cuisine and how that helped shape the book.

Every year during the summer holidays, my family travelled to Srinagar. It was

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like a second home to me as my mother hails from there. So, I was exposed to wazwaan from a very early age and understood its nuances. Although I also experienced other cuisines of the region, it was mostly wazwaan that captured my imagination. The exposure and understanding that I had gained during that time helped me when I was working on the book.

Over the years you have hosted such dignitaries as former Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee and, more recently, the Prime Minister of Trinidad and Tobago. What is it about cooking that excites you so much?

I believe cooking is a very therapeutic experience. I find it to be very relaxing.

I am able to express almost every feeling through it. I feel that there is a lot of gratification involved in the entire process of preparing a meal. I don’t cook as much as I used to before but now, when I’m home, I cook at least twice or thrice a week. The end result is ultimately an ex-

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adapted recipes and toned down the complexity as much as possible so that anyone, even those who are new to cooking, will find them easy to follow.

pression of myself, served for the delight of myself and sometimes, others as well.

As far as I remember, in the last 40 years, I have never flown on any other airline but Air India if the sector is covered by it. I am also one of the oldest members of the Maharajah Club as well. I love the airline and my experiences have been really great Rocky Mohan

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The techniques and traditions that you employ in cooking have been passed down by the men in your family, especially your father. Tell us about that influence.

In our household, women barely spend time in the kitchen, which is interesting but true. It is probably because of our paternal family line, where men would traditionally cook. When I was growing up, I never realised this; I always took it for granted. I don’t see any need to put a feminine-masculine spin to it as it is always fun to cook, regardless of who is doing it.

It’s been almost four decades since you began your culinary journey. How creative do you get when you explain the preparation process of a recipe in your books?

When you read any of my books, you will realise that a great deal of effort has been put into simplifying the recipes and the techniques. I could have easily complicated the process and made it difficult for the contemporary home-cook, but instead, I have simplified them and requested the reader to follow them to get approximately the same results. I have

You have always maintained that you would like to be recognised by your associations with food and your culinary experiences more than anything else.

Why is that?

I am the third generation of a family associated with one of the most popular liquor brands in the country. But it was not something that I created; I’ve only managed it. I believe, that is where I conceived the idea of making a name in the field of culinary arts as I was really passionate about it. The respect that I have for food and the research that I have conducted on diverse Indian cuisines over the years is something that has always motivated me. Also, unlike the liquor industry which is quite restricted in every aspect, everything about food and cuisine is open, where everyone is encouraged to come and participate in a healthy discussion.

It’s been four books now: Rocky’s Table; Waazwan, The Art of Indian Cuisine and Rice and Spice. What can your readers expect next?

At this point in time, I am working on a couple of ideas. I am very excited to accomplish something that brings out the complexities of regional cuisine. Even today, there are a lot of relatively unknown cuisines in India that have not been explored and documented extensively. I believe that since I have the resources, I can actually write a book on a particular regional cuisine and also take it places. It is not only important to simply write about tasty and even unusual cuisine, but equally important to invest in the book so that it is available to those who may be able to appreciate it and put it to good use.

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bl lky eSa vkidks u,&u, O;atuksa dk Lokn p[kkÅaxkA ge vc Hkh cgqr ls idokuksa ds Lokn ls vufHkK gSaA esjh QwM lpZ tkjh jgsxhA eSa u, idokuksa dk ijh{k.k Hkh d:axk] ysfdu lsgr dks /;ku esa j[kdjA &fodkl [kUUkk] ’ksQ

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bl volj ij Hkkjrh; Fky lsuk] Hkkjrh; ok;q lsuk ,oa Hkkjrh; ukS lsuk ds cSM a viuh&viuh izLrqfr nsrs gSAa ;s vkstiw.kZ /kquas ekgkSy dks ns’kHkfDr ls ifjiw.kZ dj nsrh gSa

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e/kqj ,oa tks’khyh /kquksa ds izLrqfrdj.k ds lkFk&lkFk cSM a ctkus okys lSU;dfeZ;ksa dk laxfBr iFkpyu Hkh n’kZdksa esa u, tks’k dk lapkj djrk gS

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94 I ’kqHk ;k=k I tuojh 2020

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Cancer, Jun 21-Jul 22

Do not try to change yourself to fit into a situation. Your Guardian Angel wants you to know that it is okay to be yourself. Have faith in your strengths and skills. However, if you feel the need to change, reflect within and improve.

ifjfLFkfr;ksa ds vuqdwy <yus ds fy, vius vki dks cnyus dk iz;kl u djsaA vkids flrkjs pkgrs gSa fd vki LokHkkfod pfj= ds vuqlkj O;ogkj djsaA viuh {kerkvksa ,oa dkS’ky ij Hkjkslk j[ksaA vxj cnyuk gh gS rks varjeu esa >kads o vius vki esa lq/kkj yk,aA

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Aries, Mar 21-Apr 19

You will excel in whatever you put your head and heart to. It is important to communicate so make sure you socialise well and speak your mind.

Remain positive thought the month and keep negative thoughts at bay.

fnyks&fnekx ls fd;k x;k vkidk gj dke loksZRd`"V gksxkA blds fy, vko’;d gS fd vki nwljksa ls esytksy c<+k,a vkSj muds lkeus viuh ckr j[ksaA bl ekg ldkjkRed #[k viuk,a vkSj udkjkRed fopkjksa dks R;kx nsaA

Gemini, May 21-Jun 20 Listen to your inner voice and trust your instincts, they will never guide you wrong. Do not allow anybody to influence you or distract you from your goals. Focus on the job at hand and have faith.

viuh varjkRek dh vkokt+ lqusaA vius varjeu dh {kerkvksa ij fo’okl j[ksa] ;s vkidks Hkzfer ugha djsxkA fdlh ls Hkh izHkkfor gksdj /;ku HkVdus u nsa vkSj vius y{;ksa ij ,dkxzfpr jgsaA orZeku ukSdjh esa eu yxkdj dke djsa vkSj Lo;a ij fo’okl j[ksaA

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Taurus, Apr 20-May 20

You may take that vacation you have been delaying for long. It might be at a beach or a coastal location. Enjoy the waves and allow the water to wash away your stress and fears.

Garima Astir reads this month’s Angel cards. These readings are guided messages from your Guardian Angels that are always calming and positive in nature

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vki NqfV~V;ksa ij tk ldrs gSa] tks dkQh le; ls yafcr iM+h gSaA vki laHkor% leqnz ds fdukjs ij ;k rVh; bykds esa le; fcrkus tk,axsA ygjksa dk vkuan mBk,a vkSj ikuh ds cgko esa viuk ruko ,oa Mj cgk nsaA

Leo, Jul 23-Aug 22 You Guardian Angel is advicing you to spend more time with your pets. Your pets will make you feel calm and loved, something that you may need at the moment. They also help boost your confidence and self-esteem.

vki viuk vf/kd le; vius ikyrq i’kqvksa ds lkFk fcrk,aA mudk lkFk ikdj vki ’kkar eglwl djsaxsA os vkidks cgqr I;kj nsaxs] ftldh vkidks csgn t+:jr gSA mudk lkFk ikdj vkidk vkRefo’okl ,oa vkRe lEeku dk Hkko c<+sxkA

Virgo, Aug 23-Sep 22 Your Guardian Angels are telling you to pay attention to your dreams. Try to note the thoughts and ideas that come to you early in the morning. These are guided messages, so heed them and apply them in your life.

vkids flrkjs dg jgs gSa fd vki vius liuksa dks iwjk djus ds fy, /;ku nsaA Hkksj esa vkus okys fopkjksa dks uksV dj ysa vkSj mUgha ds vuq:i dk;Z djasA ;s vkids ekxZ&n’kZd cusaxsA vr% bUgsa vius thou esa iwjh rjg ls viuk,aA

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Libra, Sep 23-Oct 22 Your Guardian Angels are encouraging you to follow your thoughts and implement your plans during this month. You are on the right track so do not doubt yourself. Let your intuitions guide you to success.

They say practice makes a man perfect and this month is your time to become one. Do not lose hope. Have patiece and practice till you prove your worth, skill or prowess. You can even take up a new activity or hobby.

vkids flrkjs vkidks izsfjr dj jgs gSa fd vki bl ekg vius fopkjksa o ;kstukvksa dks vey esa ykus dk iz;kl djsaA vki lgh ekxZ ij vxzlj gSa] blfy, Lo;a ij la’k; u djsaA lQyrk ikus ds fy, vki viuh varjkRek dh vkokt+ lqusaA

djr&djr vH;kl ds tM+efr gksr lqtku] vkidks Hkh blh mfDr ij vey djuk gSA mEehn dk nkeu u NksM+sa vkSj rc rd vH;kl djrs jgsa] tc rd fd vki viuh {kerk o dkS’ky dks lkfcr u dj nsaA vki dksbZ u;k dk;Z ;k ubZ #fp Hkh viuk,axsA

Scorpio, Oct 23-Nov 21

Aquarius, Jan 20-Feb 18

If you have some pent up feelings, this is the time to express them - be it with someone close to you or someone you can trust. Allow others to guide and take care of you. Be grateful for all the love and assistance you receive.

Your Guardian Angels are telling you that your prayers will be answered very soon. The Universe has big plans for you, so be open to new surprises or opportunities that may come your way in the new year.

vkids fny esa dqN nch Hkkouk,a gSa] rks mUgsa mtkxj dj nsaA ijarq vius fudVre vFkok fo’oluh; O;fDr dks gh blls voxr djk,aA nwljksa dks vkidk ekxZn’kZu djus o /;ku j[kus ls u jksdsaA nwljksa ls feyus okys izse ,oa lg;ksx ds izfr vkHkkjh jgsaA

vkids flrkjs ladsr ns jgs gSa fd ’kh?kz gh vkidh izkFkZuk iwjh gksxhA Åij okys us vkids fy, dqN cM+k lksp j[kk gSA lq[kn vk’p;Z o lqvoljksa ds fy, rS;kj jgsa] tks uoo"kZ esa vkidks izkIr gksus okys gSaA

Sagittarius, Nov 22-Dec 21 It is time that you finally take the decision that you have been delaying. These decisions will set into motion wheels that will open doors to numerous possibilities in the new year. Follow your heart and you’ll never go wrong.

yafcr iM+s fu.kZ;ksa ij rRdky dksbZ QSlyk ysaA mfpr QSlys ysus dk ;g lgh le; gSA bu fu.kZ;ksa ds ek/;e ls uoo"kZ esa vkidks laHkkoukvksa ds vusd lqvolj izkIr gksaxsA vius fny dh vkokt+ lqusa] tks vkidks dHkh Hkh vuqfpr jk; ugha nsxkA

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Those born in January are charming, independent, hardworking, athletic, creative and have a great sense of humour

Pisces, Feb 19-Mar 20 Pay close attention to your thoughts because you tend to manifest what you think. Steer clear of conflicting thoughts and if presented with doubts, introspect. Start the new year on a happy and positive note.

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