CROSS NGS INSIGHT A crossings republik initiative
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Vol I • Issue I • August 2012
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Directors’ Letter
Dear Residents New beginnings are always exciting and challenging. Crossings Republik was born on June 10, 2006 and now it is seven. But we have many more miles to go. Through this magazine, Crossings Insight, the township of Crossings Republik will never be the same again. Our flagship endeavour will serve as a platform where each one of you will be featured, every activity of this township will be reported and the world will know you. Like this elite township, when the thought of launching our own magazine germinated, the fundamental idea was to build a bridge for interaction and share our ideas with you – the residents. We want you to come forward and contribute in shaping up this magazine because it belongs to you. We are overwhelmed with the response we got by the people who participated in the contest to coin a name for our magazine. We are thankful to Dr Prashant Acharya and Dr Puja Acharya, who together christened this magazine Crossings Insight, a name which was zeroed in by a jury of eminent people. Over the next few months, we have lined up several activities to ensure that this city grows manifold. We would like to know from you what you’d want to read in this magazine Manoj Gaur Whole Time Director Crossings Republik
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Editor’s Letter
Dear Reader We are extremely excited about this new relationship with you. You have always been special for us but through this magazine we want to reach out to all the residents of Crossings Republik. Extending their vision from the real estate industry, this is Crossings Republik’s flagship magazine. And through this endeavour, we aim to present an eclectic quarterly read for all the elite residents of this township. This magazine will serve as your guide to everything that is fresh and interesting in the world of Crossings, travel and holiday, wellness and gourmet et al. Inside this issue, you will experience why there is no other township like Republik in India, fun getaways that will bring in the element of adventure and entertainment in your life and of course, the latest at the township. Also in this issue, why you should try out frozen yogurt this season, that breathing right leads to overall fitness and how technology is taking over kids’ world. We look forward to a long-lasting relationship with you. Hope you’ll enjoy flipping through this fun read.
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News Latest from the world of CR Lead Story The highest flag in Uttar Pradesh hoisted in our township Food Try frozen yogurt for dessert this season Explore We plan your weekend getaways Conversation Get candid with advocate Athar Ali Well-Being Breathing exercises for overall fitness Technology Edutainment is the new buzzword Cause Humble initiatives by Crossings Republik Matinee Director Anand Kumar makes a movie on Ghaziabad Know-How Real estate terminologies Heritage We tell you the history of Ghaziabad
News
For a safer tomorrow With the aim of providing a safe and secure environment, preventing crime and maintaining law and order, a police outpost recently became operational at Crossings Republik. Speaking at its inauguration, chief guest SSP Ghaziabad Raghubir Lal said that his team will ensure early detection and prevention of crime and also improve the quality of investigation. He emphasised on building sound police-public relations as well as providing a safe environment for the residents, especially women. The three-storey building, constructed by Crossings Infrastructure Pvt Ltd and spread over 600 sq m, also has barracks for 18 police personnel as well as separate prisons for male and female criminals. It will soon have biometric details of all CR residents.
An evening of bhajans
Also, 58 locations falling under the jurisdiction of the police outpost have been marked for installation of CCTVs.
Crossings Republik Cultural Association organised an evening of bhajans by singer Anup Jalota in the Golf Lawns
Power of art
of the township. Jalota kick-started
Drawing is the fundamental skill of visual
the evening with his most popular
arts that can and should be learned
devotional number, Aisi Laagi Lagan
by all children. Perhaps this was in the
Meera Ho Gayi Magan… and followed
mind of artist Naveen Kumar, a resident
it with Rang De Chunariya and Jag
of Ajnara Gen X, which is why he
Mein Sundar Hain Do Naam. The
organises special classes for little artists.
audience were left spellbound with the
Kumar’s aim is to teach them drawing
vibrant aura created by the singer’s
and painting skills that help strengthen
melodious voice. The bhajan singer also
confidence which, in turn, reduces
engaged the audience with stories and
frustration and increases creativity.
jokes in addition to famous renditions,
Jaana Tha Ganga Paar, Suraj Ki Garmi, Main Nahin Maakhan Khayo along with
The social hub
the hymns of Hey Ram. He also sang
Located in GH-7, the club facilities at Crossings Republik includes a well-equipped
the sargam of the chartbuster track,
gym with modern machines for the health-conscious residents, a swimming pool
Kolaveri Di, which was enjoyed by the
along with a kid’s pool and jacuzzi facilities, badminton courts and TT tables. The
audience immensely.
banquet hall too is available for members at nominal charges. Then there’s the neighbourhood shopping destination at CR, Crossings Galleria which consists of
Change your look
convenience of around 3,000 families. At present, there is a departmental store, a
A ladies and gents saloon, equipped
few medical stores, furniture and interiors shops, a sweet shop, a unisex saloon, a
with state-of-the-art equipment to
vegetable store, a sports shop and a Mother Dairy.
provide services like massages, henna, waxing, manicure, pedicure, facials, cleansing, colour and re-bounding, was inaugurated in Club 7 recently. The services, rendered by experienced staff, are available at competitive prices. One can also avail special offers on bridal makeup.
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100 shops spread across 35,000 sq ft, a food court and a shopping arcade for the
Your magazine, you name it Crossings Republik requested residents to
Flower funanza
suggest names by organising Guess The
Crossings Republik Floriculture Society
To give a suitable title to its new magazine,
Name contest. Of the entries received,
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three winners were selected. Dr Prashant
recently organised a flower show which enthralled the visitors with colourful
Acharya and Dr Puja Acharya who proposed
varieties of flowers and plants. Unique
Crossings Insight were declared winners
flower and cut flower displays along
while Arun Wasan who suggested Crossings
with foliage arrangements added
Vibes and Vikram Laskar who recommended Rendezvous@Crossings were the runners-up.
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glamour to the event as hundreds of visitors attended the three-day show. Prizes in different categories were
They participated too
presented to the respective winners on
Mr Abhishek Gupta Royal Prateek, 4011, Crossings Republik
Ms Priyanka A-6059, Tower-4, Crossings Republik
Mr Rajesh 4053, Tower-3, Crossings Republik
the last day by the chief guest.
Mr Niranjan Singh Arihant Ambience, S-202, Crossings Republik
Ms Archana Pal B 005, Ajnara Gen-X, Crossings Republik
First Prize: Mrs Parvati, Flat No. 1023,
Ms Saroj Kumar Flat No. 902, Coral Tower, Arihant Ambience, Crossings Republik
Mr Raj Kumar Raju Mahagun Mascot, Flat No. 1146, CREMA Tower, Crossings Republik
Ms Kashish 1008, Orchid Tower, Paramount Symphony, Crossings Republik
Mr SK Sharma Flat No. 6036, GH-7, Tower-2, Block E-3, Crossings Republik
Mr Jitendra Handa 2004, Yantra Paramount Symphony, Crossings Republik
Mr Vishnu Kant Agrawal Flat No. 6059, Tower No. 4, Block A, Crossings Republik
Ms Rittu Chhabra Flat No. B-024, Assotech-The Nest GH-06, Crossings Republik
Ms Shally Wasan Flat No. 204, Prateek Royale Cliff, Crossings Republik Ms Abha Flat No. 902, Coral Tower, Arihant Ambience, Crossings Republik Mr Prabir Sarkar B-005, Ajnara Gen-X, Crossings Republik
POTTED FLOWER Mahagun Mascot, Crossings Republik Second Prize: Mr Divyan POTTED PLANT First Prize: Mrs Anusha Ali, Flat No. 87, Tower No. 6, Crossings Infrastructure Private Limited Second Prize: Mrs Savita Sharma, Flat No. 4054, Crossings Infrastructure Private Limited FLOWER ARRANGEMENT First Prize: Mr Vikas Renee Second Prize: Ms Suhani
CNG-PNG to reach CR soon The state-owned Indraprastha Gas Limited (IGL) has extended its operations beyond Delhi. To begin with, it will launch supplies of the eco-friendly Piped Natural Gas (PNG) and Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) for the residents of Ghaziabad in the next financial year. IGL managing director Om Narayan had written to the Union Petroleum and Natural Gas Ministry seeking allocation of 0.2 million metric standard cubic metres per day (MMSCMD) of natural gas for meeting the PNG and CNG needs of Ghaziabad. The first two CNG stations are located on the 45 m Master Plan road side and the construction of a gas station is already under construction.
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News
Earth Care 2012 at Ryan International Ryan International School, Ghaziabad, celebrated Earth Care 2012 in July which was marked by environment-friendly activities and competitions for Ryanites as per the mission and zeal of the chairman of Ryan group of institutions, Dr Augustine F Pinto and managing director Grace Pinto. The students from classes I to XII exhibited their environment-consciousness by participating in various competitions like badge-making, paper-making, plant a seed, visit to a plant nursery, debate, cardmaking, turncoat, best out of waste, slogan writing, poster-making, street play and face painting. These activities were an endeavour of Ryanites to contribute their share of envirophillic approach, leading to a bountifully beautiful earth. The students planted saplings in different localities including Crossings Republik. The activity was conducted in association with the RWA and residents.
Reach your destination on time As more and more people are moving to the first global city in the country – Crossings Republik – the traffic situation is getting worse by the day. The 21-km stretch from UP Gate to Dasna often leads to a bottleneck as it is accessed by over two lakh vehicles every day. To bring relief to commuters who often get caught in long jams, the authorities are planning to widen the road. An additional lane of 3.5m width would be constructed on either side of the carriageway. Five underpasses
Metro to get closer home Ghaziabad Development Authority, with
would also come up at regular intervals so that traffic between Noida and Indirapuram would be smooth. Once completed, this stretch would become almost signal-free and would not be a toll road.
the permission of Government of Uttar
Book-lovers paradise
Pradesh, has taken over the Metro rail
The might of the pen and the printed word came to
projects which will connect different
fore once again at the 10-day Pustak Mela held at
parts of Ghaziabad to the rail network of
Swarna Jayanti Park, Indirapuram recently. The book fair
the National Capital. The project will be
turned into a grand community affair as more than 500
completed in three phases and an MoU
residents, young and old, visited the venue every day.
has already been signed with DMRC.
Organised by the Federation of Ghaziabad RWAs and
At present, the Metro station at Vaishali
the Senior Reporters’ Association, the mela had on offer
is 13.4 km from CR while the one at
a wide variety of books belonging to different subjects
Noida City Centre is 12.3 km away.
as well as organised competitions like drawing, dance and music for kids. The mela was held between July 27 and August 5.
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Lead Story
An artistic impression of the National Flag at Crossings Republik
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On top of
the world On the eve of Independence Day, the highest Tiranga in Uttar Pradesh was hoisted at Crossings Republik Words: Anindita Neogy Anaam
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s the nation celebrates the 66th Independence Day, the residents of Crossings Republik, the first global
city in India, have launched a unique initiative. They have hoisted a 100 ft high National Flag which is the highest in Uttar Pradesh and a day-night monumental Tiranga. An initiative of Crossings Republik comprising of seven reputed builders and real estate developers – Ajnara Farms and Services Ltd, Assotech Ltd, Gaursons India Ltd, Mahagun Developers Ltd, Panchsheel Promoters Ltd, Paramount Residency (P) Ltd and Supertech Ltd along with Naveen Jindal’s Flag Foundation of India – the National Flag now adorns the main entrance of the residential complex. The flag was hoisted on Independence Day. The view of the gigantic Tiranga, aims at giving the ultra-modern township a distinct identity from other residential hubs in Delhi NCR and is a breathtaking sight. With dimensions of 30 ft x 20 ft, the flag will flutter throughout the year as provisions have been made for its proper illumination at night according to the codes specified
(Clockwise from top to bottom) A fountain at CR, the golf course and the recently-opened gym
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An initiative of CR, the National Flag now adorns the main entrance of the residential complex
for flying the National Flag by the Union
DID YOU KNOW?
Home Ministry. It is symbolic of the nation’s long
The Indian National Flag is a
and arduous struggle for Independence
horizontal rectangular tricolour
from the British rule and sacrifices made
of deep saffron, white and dark
by millions of freedom fighters for the
green with the Ashok Chakra, a
Motherland to achieve independence.
24-spoke wheel, in navy blue at
As a nation, India has come a long way
its centre. It was adopted in its
in carving a niche on the global horizon,
present form during a meeting of
emerging as the largest democracy
the Constituent Assembly held
in the world in the process. An aerial
on July 22, 1947 when it became
view of the township, along with the
the official flag of the Dominion
mammoth flag, lends it a hypnotic and
of India. It was subsequently
mesmerising feel.
retained as the National Flag of
The Tricolour represents aspirations,
the Republic of India. According
hopes, pride, achievements and ideals of
to the Flag Code of India, the flag
each Indian and unity in diversity which
has a ratio of two by three (where
gives us an edge over the West. Keeping
the length is 1.5 times that of
alive the same ethos, the township has
the width). All three stripes of
taken a step forward to bring together
the flag are equal in width and
the residents from different cultural
length. The size of the Chakra is
backgrounds over a common platform
approximate to the width of the
to instill patriotic values and a feeling of
white band and has 24 equally-
being part of bigger brethren. One rarely
spaced spokes.
finds in the city, social groups formed on the basis of caste, colour, linguistics and religious attributes. The credit goes to the township for being first-of-its-kind
travel and also to boost up healthy
the area with entry-exit points under
to promote the concept of vasudhaiva
lifestyle. Landscaping and plantations
24x7 surveillance. CCTVs have been
kutumbkum which means the world is
on the streets are aesthetically designed
installed to keep a close eye on every
a single family. The township aims to
to add a green element and keep
passer-by, a police out post has recently
promote the belief of living together
the environment pollution-free. Bus
been inaugurated and there is round-
without class, caste, religion or language
shelters have been provided in adequate
the-clock manning by security officials.
barriers and treating everyone as a part
numbers for speedy and convenient
Gas stations have also been constructed
of one converged family.
public transportation.
for making every resident’s life as
The mega-township of Crossings
Crossings Republik has connectivity
comfortable and luxurious as possible.
Republik is fully equipped with every
with Noida, the main highways of
modern amenity a resident can ever
Ghaziabad and Delhi while markets like
world-class hospital, swanky shopping
imagine at his doorstep. In fact, CR is
Galleria take care of the basic needs
malls and luxurious hotels have been
the only township in the country that
of residents. The township has kick-
planned for a smart living experience.
has brought the concept of underground
started awareness drives for conserving
However, the main highlight of the mini-
market with a garden and fountain
precious fuel and campaigns for clean
city is its golf course. Soothing sylvan
on top of it. Also, there are separate
and green environs. Strict security
landscape, flora and fauna and the
pedestrian and cycle tracks for safe
measures have been adopted to secure
beautiful interconnected lakes running
As for the future, an amphitheatre, a
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through the course with towering apartments overlooking it on three sides gives Crossings Golf Club an extra dimension or the stadia effect. Crossings Golf Course with its unique features has been designed not only to add a lush green backdrop to the marvellous layout of the world-class township but also to provide a decent challenge to its golfsavvy residents. Every shot, in full view of residents, without being able to hear their applause and boos gives the feel of playing in galleries.
It was a matter of pride for every CR resident to witness the historic hoisting of the highest Tricolour in Uttar Pradesh It was a matter of pride for every Indian and resident of the country’s first global city to witness a great event of historical significance like the hoisting of the Tricolour on Independence Day. It is a major benchmark which adds patriotic glory to the identity of this mega-township. The mammoth Tiranga, flanked by the iconic towers amid lush green surroundings, surely fills the heart of every person entering or residing in Crossings Republik, with respect, awe, dignity and reverence for the National Flag.
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Food
Freezing point In an age where healthy snacking is the buzzword, we survey how the Westernised form of our humble dahi aka yogurt has become the hottest health trend Words: Shilpa Pulyani
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C
onsidering the growing awareness about health, Indians may have become extra-conscious about what
to consume but they certainly have no less of a sweet tooth. Yes, we all love to savour the delectable jalebis, gorge
on hot halwa and indulge in various other desserts to satisfy our sweet tooth. But what if we told you that there was a way to enjoy sweets but not gain those unwanted calories that come with it. Sounds unrealistic, right? But that’s where frozen yogurts step in. A hybrid between the traditional ice cream dessert and the healthier (and hipper) yogurt-based products, it is an innovative way for people with a sweet
Frozen yogurt is tangier and heathier than other desserts available in the market
tooth to “have the cake, and eat it too”. navy officer who stays in Gaur Global
yogurt fan. Whenever at home, I prefer
these days, it seems people are saying
Village, says, “I am totally in love with
homemade raita but if I’m out with
yes to yogurt in all its forms, functions
the flavoured yogurts. I’m fond of the
family and friends, I prefer flavoured
and brands. You could almost call this
mango and banana flavours. I think
yogurts for dessert. Even my six-year-
the Year of the Yogurt. And with new
dahi is an important part of our meals
old daughter loves the varied blends of
frozen yogurt franchises like Cocoberry
but the flavoured yogurts are surely a
flavoured yogurt.” It is an indicator of
and Yogurberry blending innovative
very healthy option. Not only are they
the fact that both young and old have
varieties of flavours and toppings,
readymade and easily available, I find
started liking the latest innovation.
the frozen yogurt industry is gaining
them to be a nutritious substitute to junk
popularity with each passing day.
food and aerated drinks.”
As healthy snacking is the buzzword
“It is our conscious effort to set
Unlike earlier times where frozen
Moreover, it has health benefits. It is an excellent source of protein, calcium, riboflavin and vitamin B12. Compared
new healthy trends through our frozen
yogurt was a mere imitation of ice
to milk, yogurt contains more calcium
yogurt range. For summer, we infused
cream products, the new avatar of
and protein because of the added
yogurt with the universally-loved flavour
frozen yogurt goes beyond the typical
cultures. It’s a great choice if you’re
of mango as we wanted to entice the
ice cream flavours, offering creative
lactose-intolerant. Reports also state that
lovers of the fruit to further indulge their
inventions like cran-raspberry and green
eating it daily improves body’s natural
craving with our mango yogurt,” shares
tea yogurts. The greatest advantage of
defenses and that people with a risk
Cocoberry founder and CEO GS Bhalla.
frozen yogurt is its versatility and scope
of osteoporosis benefit from, at least,
Focussing on providing delicious
for innovation. The major benefit is that
one serving of yogurt per day. This lip-
yet diet-friendly treats to the health-
each time a customer comes to a frozen
smacking frozen delicacy is definitely a
conscious consumers, this new hybrid
yogurt franchise, he/she can have an
hit with the urbane, trendsetting,
of frozen yogurt is tangier and lighter
out-of-the-world experience.
health-conscious Indians.
than the plain dahi. Twenty nineyear-old Shaaz Anaam, a merchant
Baldev Singh, another resident of Crossings Republik, says, “I’m a big
(With inputs from Anindita Neogy Anaam)
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Food THE RECIPE Ingredients 3
1/2
cups chopped strawberries
3 peeled and chopped kiwis 1 zested and juiced lime 3/4 cup granulated sugar
strawberries and chopped kiwis into a medium bowl with sugar and honey. Stir. Put into the refrigerator for an hour. Step 2: Blend thoroughly on the highest setting. Then add two cups of plain yogurt, one cup of frozen strawberries and one cup of strawberry syrup to the
1/4 cup honey
blender. Stir the ingredients occasionally
1 cup plain yogurt
to free the blades if the batch freezes up. Step 3:
us a great recipe and added kiwi to give
Do it yourself Everybody loves strawberries and it’s time to get that ice cream maker out again as executive chef Amit Gupta of
When you have achieved a good blend,
is a light tasting fruity frozen yogurt
add a few ice cubes until the blender is
that is perfect after a heavy meal. If you
full and you have reached the desired
do decide to make this recipe make
consistency.
sure you taste the puree to adjust for sweetness.
Step 4: Serve your frozen yogurt straight
Radisson Blu Hotel Metropolis Rudrapur
Directions
from the blender with fresh fruits like
has got a great recipe for frozen yogurt.
Step 1:
strawberries, bananas and kiwi. Else put
It’s delicious and most importantly, extremely healthy. Chef Amit has given
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Add more water to thin out the mix.
it a pop of flavour and tang. The result
Put one cup of water, two cups of plain yogurt and one cup of frozen
it into an airtight container and store it in the freezer.
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Once again... Chances are that you have visited Nainital before but there’s more you need to explore in and around this famous hill station, just five hours from Crossings Republik. Words: Rahul Khanna
The famous Naini Lake
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et amid the towering peaks
FACT FILE
of the Kumaon Hills, the lake resort of Nainital has loads to
HOW TO REACH
offer to the discerning traveller.
By road: Well connected by road,
From boating in the lake to picnicking on
Nainital is an hour away from
the hills to explore Jim Corbett’s home,
Kathgodam. The distance between
Nainital has all that you could hope for
Crossings Republik and Nainital is
in a hill station. The city is divided in two
275 km, which is a five-hour drive.
parts – Tallital and Mallital with the lake
By rail: Kathgodam is the nearest
separating them. Tallital is the southern
station, 41 km away. Trains are
side of the lake while Mallital consists
frequent to Kathgodam as it’s the
of the northern upper reaches. Though
gateway of Kumaon region.
the town of Nainital was destroyed
By air: Nagar airport, 72 km away.
during the landslip of 1880, it was rebuilt by Britishers. It is renowned for its
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lake, bird’s eye-views and educational
Nainital boasts of a host of luxury
institutions. Named after goddess Naina
and deluxe hotels like The Naini
Devi, it is a splendid holiday spot with
Retreat, Shervani Hilltop Inn, Hotel
a rich treasure of lakes and hills and a
Alka and Arif Castles.
destination loved by young and old alike. Bhowali: Located 1,706 m above sea level, Bhowali is around 11 km away from Nainital. This is basically a highway intersection connecting each and every NAINITAL
hill station around the hill town. This place is well-known for its picturesque
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sanatorium, established in 1912. Gurney House: Located on Ayarpatta Hill, it has become a famous tourist spot thanks to the popularity of Jim Corbett, a hunter who later turned into a conservationist and began writing
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on conservation of wildlife, especially tigers. Corbett used to reside in the
Haldwani
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Explore
and the concrete of a big hill station. The route takes you through dense jungles of oak and rhododendrons via Viewpoint and Kilbury. One can have great views of the Himalayas at Viewpoint and can enjoy a day picnic at Kilbury. Situated near Pangot is Guano Hills which has an excellent track for long walks. A trail through the Guano Hills takes you through a thicket of oak, deodar and bamboo trees. A few may be lucky enough to spot rare species of birds such as the black-chinned babbler and gray woodpeckers here. Ramgarh: Just 5 km from Nainital, the place is surrounded by fruit orchards all around. There are no malls and no crowds, just pure nature. On a clear day, you get to view the Himalayan mountain ranges.
On a clear day, you can view the Himalayan ranges Mukteshwar: A little further away from Nainital (55 km), along Ramgarh Road is Mukteshwar. The place is dominated by IVRI, a veterinary research institute with flowers blooming all over the place and the view of the snow-clad mountains, incomparable on a given day. The place has a lot of trekking and camping opportunities. The orchards of apples, plums, apricots and peaches extend all the way from Ramgarh to Mukteshwar with children vying for attention trying to sell fruits picked up from the nearby trees. Apart from enjoying the natural beauty, one can scale the stairs to the top of the hill to (Top to bottom): The picturesque town of Bhowali, a splendid view of Trisul and Nanda Devi peaks from Pangot and Jim Corbett’s abode at Gurney House
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visit a century-old Shiva Temple.
Live in style Located on Delhi-Nainital Highway, 7 km from Pantnagar airport, Radisson Blu Metropolis Hotel Rudrapur offers a holistic hospitality experience to its visitors
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ituated at the foothills of
careful attention to detail. A nice blend
lip-smacking snacks. And if you want to
Kumaon region, next to
of contemporary looks with wooden
enjoy homemade chocolates, freshly-baked
the world-class Metropolis
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breads, delectable cakes, scrumptious
shopping mall, Radisson Blu
facilities including complimentary wi-fi,
pastries, cookies, confectionery and
Metropolis Hotel is located centrally
40 inch LCD TV, an elegant bathroom
savouries, then walk in The Pastry Shop
in the commercial hub of Sidcul and
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that offers a comprehensive selection of
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helps fulfill all your business needs.
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business districts and industries. This
Kumaon CafĂŠ, an all-day dining
business hotel in Rudrapur has a large
restaurant, serves healthy and mouth-
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right kind of spices and herbs to pamper
delegates at a time. Then there are two
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the palates of world travellers. K2 Bar,
boardrooms on the business centre
accessible from Delhi and other parts of
an exclusive lounge bar, provides you
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an opportunity to enjoy exquisite wine,
and amenities. It is the perfect venue
sparkling champagne, choicest liqueurs,
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training sessions, conferences, cocktail
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The 124 spacious rooms and suites
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Conversation
The love for
humanity Not many in this world devote themselves to a greater cause and help people in distress. But Athar Ali, a lawyer by profession and a social worker by choice, is one man who balances both these roles with ĂŠlan. Words: Anindita Neogy Anaam
N
o one expects a lawyer to do charity as most of them have a reputation of charging for even the smallest of legal
You are a lawyer and a philanthropist... How do you balance the two roles? As I already told you that I was
advice they bring to the table. But Athar
always socially sensitive due to my
Ali is different. A resident of Crossings
modest upbringing. I started from a
Republik, Ali hails from a family of
scratch and understood the hardships
farmers in Madhya Pradesh. Though he
involved in building a successful career
specialised in marine law, there is more
along with raising a family. Being a
to him than being just a lawyer as he is
lawyer, my experiences have exposed
also a philanthropist. Excerpts from the
me to a wide number of issues in society
interview...
and sensitised me to initiate small efforts at an individual level to help people.
Tell us a little about yourself and your early years. I grew up in Madhya Pradesh. I come
I know the way politics, law and governance are interlinked. I felt that my knowledge in law could be useful
from a close-knit family where everyone
for people so I started off by giving
would stand up for others whenever
them free consultancy and legal advice.
one needed help. My family was always
Common people think that lawyers
into charity and while growing up I
are greedy and mint money by duping
inculcated this habit of helping people to
clients but I want to change their
the best of my abilities.
perception that all are not the same.
As far as work is concerned, I first started off with a reputed shipping firm as a manager. Later I specialised in maritime law, given my experience in the
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Has your family been supportive in your endeavours? My family is my greatest strength.
shipping industry. Over the years, as a
Without them, I don’t think I would
lawyer, I have dealt with different kinds
have been able to achieve anything. My
of cases which have enabled me to
parents made me the person I am today
understand human nature under varied
and my wife and children are my pillars
circumstances.
of strength today.
I was always socially sensitive due to my modest upbringing. Knowledge of law has helped me in my cause
Being a resident of a global township like Crossings Republik, what are your thoughts about the same? Crossings Republik is a great township. It’s truly global with everything easily available in the vicinity. I would say that I’ve got more than I invested here. The beautiful location and
Crossings Republik and it’s our duty to keep it clean. It’s not a difficult task and together we can and we will do it.
Can you share any instance in the recent past where you were able to bring about a change in someone’s life? Our domestic help had applied for a
tall cascades lend a grand look to this
gas connection but it was turned down
place. The developers and the officials
due to lack of documents. Instead of
of the society have always been very
guiding her how to go about it, the
supportive. It’s certainly a privilege to be
officials asked for bribe. Finally, my wife
living in one of the finest townships in
and I took charge. The regular follow-
Delhi NCR. And I would like to remind
ups coupled with my legal knowledge
every resident that we also need to
forced the concerned officials to give her
fulfill our duty towards this town. The
a new gas connection from the same
builders have worked hard to provide
gas agency. It’s not anything big but I’m
us with a magnificent township like
happy I was of some help.
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Well-Being
Back to
basics
There has been a rise in the number of pranayama followers recently. Wondering why these simple-looking techniques are making inroads into every Indian home? We tell you. Words: Nidhi Raj Singh
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ur ancient scriptures and yoga experts have recommended pranayama for ages. It may look simple
but pranayama is a very specific
breathing technique mastered with regular practice. The word pranayama is formed by prana and ayama meaning subtle life force and voluntary effort to control and direct breathing respectively. So, essentially it means controlling the motions of exhalation and inhalation. Today, we are living in a world where challenging professional and personal lives have become a norm. Irritability, anxiousness, depression and anger stalk us like our shadows. These conditions arise mainly due to blocked prana and subsequent accumulation of toxins in our body. With regular pranayama, the
prana begins to flush out toxins from the system. “When the quantum of
prana is increased to a greater degree, the body becomes replete with oxygen and vital energy, keeping the body fit and mind agile,� says yoga guru Suneel Singh. Delhi-based Singh has integrated traditional forms of yoga with newer forms of exercise to suit the urban lot.
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With regular pranayama, the prana begins to flush out toxins from the system
When the breath wanders, the mind is unsteady and when the breath is still, so is the mind – Hatha Yoga Pradipika The Steps
COMMON PRANAYAMAS
There are different procedures that need to be performed perfectly. These are pooraka (inhalation), rechaka (exhalation) and antar kumbakha (internal breath retention). “Pranayama influences the flow of prana in the
nadi (veins), purifying, regulating and activating them, thereby inducing physical and mental stability,” Singh adds. It is important to learn the techniques from a guru or even a
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Surya Bhedi Ujjayi Shitkari Shitali Bhastrika Bharmari Murcha Kapalbharti Nadishodhana Chandra Bhedi
good book before you start practising it regularly. “Positive thinking and
satvik lifestyle are important to reap its maximum benefits,” Singh says. Is there a right time to practice
pranayama? “You should sit in one of the asanas that’s comfortable for you (such as vajrasana), facing east or north. Correct posture and a comfortable asana ensure complete awareness of action,” he explains. and cope up with the pressures of the
The Benefits One still wonders how an age-old
corporate life,” Ratandeep, a 35-yearold software professional and resident
practice can help tackle modern-day
of the Crossings Republik Society,
disorders. Interestingly, it can benefit
informs. Kalyani Ganguly, a 76-year-old
anyone between the age of seven and
resident of Gaur Global Village practices
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pranayama and takes pride in her
Some of the asanas help relax the mind,
ailment-free body. “The spirit of yoga
while others are good for digestive,
is unmatchable. I practice pranayama
respiratory, circulatory, nervous and
everyday. It helps me cut down
glandular system. It is effective in
negativity,” she says with a smile.
controlling both stress and functional
“I find asanas and deep breathing
disorders. “But it is equally important
exercises like namaskarasana useful.
to understand the implications on our
These days, even physicians advise
body, depending on certain physical
mothers to keep healthy the traditional
conditions,” cautions Singh.
Indian way,” adds Sushila Devi, a 28-year-old would-be mother and a
The Testimonials “I regularly hit the gym and practice
pranayama to keep my body in shape
software professional residing in CR.
Pranayama is not just about following a regime, it is a way of life.
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Technology
Changing face of education
GenX is fast adopting new-age gizmos for edutainment and e-learning Words: Anindita Neogy Anaam
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one are the days when
globally has kick-started this need of
students had to spend
preparing our next generation to face the
unending hours in a library or
technologically-driven market economy
lend an ear to uninteresting
and to withstand the future technological
lectures and cram notes to acquire
advancements yet unexplored. The
knowledge and wisdom. Like most other
dissemination of information has played
fields, the education sector too has been
a vital role in connecting the world. We
heavily influenced by the integration
are now no longer held by territorial
of technology as it is fast becoming
boundaries but have become a part of
the only way to reach out to students.
the global network.
In fact, access to online education has
Today, reasonably-priced tablets
been the biggest advancement in this
like Akash, HCL and BSNL’s T-Pad offer
sector. Students are now able to access
high-end online learning experience
information conveniently about any
with huge data storage capacity, pixel
subject they choose.
capacitive resolution, connectivity
This means that future is bright. The bubble of conservative learning is squeezing with constant innovations in the patterns of education, introduction of affordable gadgets and modern
E-learning is fast taking over the traditional methods
e-learning methods. These changes would prove to be a catalyst in bursting
to social networking sites, online
this bubble in near future. “I feel a fusion
knowledge banks, 3G-enabled, highly
of tradition and modernity in education is
interactive, touch screen and opens a
required in upbringing Gen X. Gathering
gateway to the wide array of world’s
knowledge from books would always
best educational resources. Moreover,
be there but increasing edutainment
these e-tabs offer a common platform
gadgets are a must as e-learning is
to the institutions, faculty, parents and
future,” says 36-year-old IT professional
students to gather at one juncture
Ashish Gupta, a resident of Gaur Global
where they can discuss, share and
Village, Crossings Republik.
learn more. Then they can also
On the other hand, most educators
connect, collaborate and innovate. As
don’t seem to be optimistic about
these tablets have e-reading facility,
adopting the latest ways. But then
students can perform a wide spectrum
there is no denial that this paradigm
of work like digital editing, creating
shift is initiated by the rapidly changing
diagrams, mathematical notations,
technological world where the upcoming
symbols and more. One can also paint,
generation has to play a significant
click photographs and explore other
role. The ability to communicate
creative avenues.
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Technology
“Children these days are growing up in an immensely competitive
WELLNESS APPS FOR KIDS
environment. No generation is more
Food N’ Me is an interactive
at ease with online ways than today’s
website that aims to promote
youth,” shares content developer
healthy eating among kids. The
Devshree Nigam. She adds the
Smash Your Food section of the
e-learning modules including colourful
site, also available as an iPad app,
and animated slides, multimedia
allows children to “smash their
projections, virtual classrooms and
food” and then guess how much
teachers, mind mapping games and
salt, sugar and oil that particular
highly attractive ways of presenting
food contains. The site allows
different topics capture the students’
children to learn the importance of
concentration and help them think out-
eating a balanced diet and explore
of-the-box.
healthy recipes.
But then there are others like Subrata Neogy who firmly believe that come
To help kids eat healthy is
what may, there will be no substitute
ZisBoomBah which offers online
to the age-old way of reading and
educational games to help children
writing. However, Neogy, who works as
and parents learn about food in
senior general manager with a reputed
a fun way. Children are assigned
firm, does agree that technological
quests created by ZisBoomBah’s
innovations will have a great impact in
team of nutritionists, fitness
E-learning is fast taking over the traditional methods
experts and teachers. By completing the quests, the children learn basic skills such as creating a balanced meal. KidsDental is an app for iPad and aims to teach children about basic tooth care by using Pixar-
teaching methodology in the next five
like animated characters. Kids can
years. “The online knowledge building
even use the app to track their
tools give a wide scope to the students
tooth loss with significant dates
to construct their own knowledge, face
and photos.
e-challenges and enable them to interact with students, peers and teachers
Work It Off is an Android app that
around the world,” he adds.
teaches children how they can
To sum up, the debate between old-age methods of teaching and the
A kid tells the phone what he ate
modern e-learning ways may go a long
and the number calories in that
way but sooner or later we will find that
food are displayed. The app then
parents are playing a significant role
suggests activities to work off the
as an active agent in their children’s
food and how long he needs to do
education through latest technological
the activity for.
innovations.
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work off the calories they ingest.
Cause
For a better
tomorrow
Crossings Republik is constantly working towards making the township an example worthy of being followed
A
s India’s first global
far greater than just providing a world-
mechanism whereby business monitors
city, we, at Crossings
class dwelling for the people of Delhi
and ensures its active compliance with
Republik, understand our
NCR. That’s why we took to a greater
the spirit of the law, ethical standards,
responsibilities towards the
cause than just maintaining a top-
and international norms. This initiative
community. Though most organisations
notch township with some of the best
by Crossings Republik ensures a safe
term it as Corporate Social Responsibility
amenities available in India.
movement on one of the busiest
(CSR), also known as corporate
We, at Crossings Republik, are happy
highways of India. The goal of CSR is to
conscience, social performance or
to share with you that two side lanes of
embrace responsibility for the company’s
sustainable responsible business, for us
900 metres and 470 metres along the
actions and encourage a positive impact
CSR is much more than a tick mark in
NH 24 have been developed by us for
through its activities on environment,
our business model.
the common man. These roads help
consumers, employees, communities,
ease the traffic burden and avoid traffic
stakeholders and all other members of
jams on the highway.
the public sphere. We hope to continue
When some of the biggest names in the real estate industry came together to build a township like Crossings Republik, we knew that our responsibility will be
Every company’s CSR policy functions as a built-in and self-regulating
in this direction with your endless support and do our bit to bring about a change.
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Matinee
Zilla Ghaziabad,
the movie
Director Anand Kumar’s next is based on Ghaziabad. In a candid conversation, the director shares what inspired him to make a film on this district of Uttar Pradesh.
D
irector Anand Kumar might
with Zilla Ghaziabad starring Sanjay
be just two films old but he’s
Dutt, Viveik Oberoi, Arshad Warsi and
managed to make critics sit
Minissha Lamba in lead roles and is all
up and take notice. Kumar’s
set to release this month.
debut film Delhi Heights had won
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The movie was previously named
him critical accolades despite lacking
Bulandshahr Cops but it was changed
success at the box office while his
to Zilla Ghaziabad later. Talking more
second film Jugaad was also appreciated
about his movie, Anand says, “Sanjay
for its fast-paced storyline and good
Dutt is playing the character of a cop
performances. Now, the director is back
Thakur Pritam Singh who hails from
budget of `2.5 crore with 400 dancers. What’s the movie all about, we
This is real cinema. I have picked things and incidents from a simple story and turned them into a film
ask him. “I narrated the idea to Vinay Sharma and together we came up with
Zilla Ghaziabad. The original story had taken place in early 90s but we have made it contemporary by infusing some gadgets and new plot points,” Anand says adding, “We thought from all the angles about whether the characters will write letters or they will use mobile
(Facing page) Sanjay Dutt, Arshad Warsi, Viveik Oberoi and Minissha Lamba; (left) A still from the movie and (right) Director Anand Kumar
Bulandshahr. We thought of going with
phone and many more issues. Arbaaz
the same name earlier but later decided
Khan helped a lot in the process. There
that Zilla Ghaziabad was more apt.”
was a big gang war between two rival
Ask him what inspired him to
groups of Satbir Gurjar and Mahender
make this movie and he says, “It’s a
Fauji which ended only when a cop
very interesting story. I was sitting at
Pritam Singh arrived there.”
a friend’s place when I suddenly saw
Anand lets in that Viveik Oberoi plays
a board at the railway station. The
Satbir Gurjar in the film. His character
sunlight was falling on it at a peculiar
turns into a gangster after being tortured
angle. The railway station was abuzz
and faces a lot of injustice. He adds,
with activities in the background and
“When an intelligent and educated
that yellow board had Zilla Ghaziabad
person turns into a criminal, he becomes
written on it. I decided right then that
more lethal. That’s the idea behind
it’s going to be the name of my next
Viveik’s character in the movie.”
film. I got the title registered some two years ago but I came up with a story
Lastly, talking about the USP of
Zilla Ghaziabad, Anand says, “This is
only after meeting one of my friends
real cinema, jo zindagi mein hota hai. I
who belongs to a political party. He
have picked things and incidents from a
told me the story of Satbir Gurjar and
simple story and turned them into a film.
Mahender Fauji which we turned into
This is not anyone’s biography. It’s purely
a commercial story.” The film also
a commercial film. The biggest USP
features the costliest song of the Hindi
of the film is its dialogues that purely
film industry till date at a whopping
belong to western Uttar Pradesh.”
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Know-How
The real estate
lingo
There are many terms which are specific to the real estate industry. Since you are residing in one of the biggest townships of India, we get you a lowdown on some of the real estate terminologies.
BUA: Built-up-Area This is the actual area of your flat/ apartment. This includes walls, both internal and external.
CAM: Common Area Maintenance The common areas include hallways, pathways and utilities. CAM fees are accumulation by the landlords from the tenants to cover maintenance, property taxes and insurance.
CREDAI: Confederation of Real Estate Developer Association of India CREDAI is a consortium of organisations designed to further the cause of orderly real estate development.
FAR: Floor Area Ratio It is a term used for the ratio of a building’s total floor area to the size of the parcel of land upon which it is built.
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FDI: Foreign Direct Investment FDI is the investment by a company
NAREDCO: National Real Estate Development Council
in a country other than that in which the
NAREDCO is an autonomous self-
company is based.
regulatory body under the aegis of Ministry of Housing and Urban Poverty
FSI: Floor Space Index
the other, for delivering any construction service on payment of user charges.
REIT: Real Estate Investment Trust It is a tax designation for a corporate
Alleviation, Government of India.
entity investing in real estate.
construction allowed on a given plot.
OC: Occupancy Certificate
REMF: Real Estate Mutual Fund
GEA: Gross External Area
development authority certifying that all
established in the form of a trust, which
necessary works have been completed
invests directly or indirectly in real estate
as per the sanctioned plans and that the
assets or permissible assets.
FSI is the maximum amount of OC is a certificate issued by the local The aggregate superficial area of a building taking each floor into account.
REMF are mutual fund schemes
property is fit for occupation.
GFA: Gross Floor Area Gross Floor Area is usually the floor area inside the building envelope and it includes the external walls as well.
RESIDEX: Real Estate Price Index PPP: Public Private Partnership A project based on a contract or concession agreement, between the
The National Housing Bank (NHB) monitors the property prices through an index by the name of RESIDEX.
government or statutory entity on the one
HVAC: Heating, Ventilating and Air-Conditioning HVAC is the technology for indoor environmental comfort.
side and a private sector company on
SPV: Special Purpose Vehicle The SPV is usually a subsidiary company with an asset/liability structure and legal status that makes its obligations secure even if the parent company goes bankrupt.
SCO: Shop-Cum-Office A commercial space that can be used to set up a shop or an office.
SEZ: Special Economic Zone SEZ is a geographical region that has economic and other laws that are more free-market-oriented than a country’s typical or national laws.
ULB: Urban Local Body Urban Local Bodies of India are the constitutionally provided administrative units that provide basic infrastructure and services in cities and towns.
ULCRA: Urban Land Ceiling Regulation Act ULCRA, 1976, provides for imposition of a ceiling on vacant land in urban agglomerations.
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Heritage
Historic city,
urban lifestyle Over the last two decades, Ghaziabad, due to its overall development, has emerged as one of the hottest destinations in the country Words: Anindita Neogy Anaam
A
ll these years one thought
commercial and residential fronts. A
vital role during the First War of Indian
township like Crossings Republik has
township which prospered
Independence as it witnessed a fierce
added to its urban value.
and gained ground on
encounter between freedom fighters
Today, along with the choicest
the real estate map of India due to its
and the Britishers, both trying to hold
of industries, there are innumerable
proximity to Delhi. But not many of us
the Hindon area. The city’s name was
educational institutions, which
know that it is a historic city, founded
changed to Ghaziabad in 1864 with the
make Ghaziabad one of the most
in 1740 by the son of the Nizam of
opening of the railway line.
education-friendly cities in India. On
Hyderabad, Ghazi-ud-din, who named it Ghaziuddin Nagar after himself.
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In 1857, Ghaziuddin Nagar played a
Ghaziabad was an industrial
Post-Independence, it expanded
the transportation front, the city is
more than any other city and in 2006,
well-connected to Delhi through Metro.
Excavations done at Kaseri on the banks
it was listed in top 10 dynamic cities by
Culturally, Ghaziabad has, time and
of River Hindon have unfolded the fact
Newsweek as the country’s hottest city.
again, played host to mushairas, kavi
that the civilisation first developed here
Five years later, it outshone all others in
sammelans, art, dance and theatre
in 2500 BC. Records have also revealed
the race of 100 most developing cities of
shows to satiate the creative soul of this
that the city could be accessed by four
the world in a survey by The City Mayors
historic city. In a nutshell, it can be said
gates – Dasna Gate, Sihani Gate, Delhi
Foundation due to its development in the
that Ghaziabad is a historical, cultural,
Gate and Ghanta Ghar back then.
educational sector along with industrial,
dynamic and fast-growing city.
Town Map
Listings
Name of Hospital
Distance from CR
Contact No.
Columbia Aisa Hospital, Hapur Road
5.7 km
0120-3001000
Shanti Gopal Hospital, Indirapuram
7 km
0120-4777000 09899995102
Ganesh Hospital, Nehru Nagar
8.3 km
0120-2792809 09810841113
Yashoda Super-Speciality Hospital
8.3 km
0120-4189500
Shakti Multi-Speciality Hospital, Saweri
8.3 km
0120-2740777 09049002233
Fortis, Sector 62, Noida
13 km
0120-2400444
Police Station
Distance from CR
Contact No.
Vijay Nagar, Ghaziabad
4.2 km
09454403428
Kotwali
8.6 km
09454403417
Sahibabad
11 km
09454403425 0120-2902858
Indirapuram
11 km
09454403415 0120-2902858
Educational Institutions
Distance from CR
IMS Engineering College, Ghaziabad
11.8 km
BBD Institute of Technology, Ghaziabad
18.5 km
Ideal College of Ghaziabad
12.9 km
Inderprastha Engineering College, Ghaziabad
20 km
Metro Station
Distance from CR
Institute of Management Technology, Ghaziabad
10.5 km
Vaishali
13.4 km
Lord Krishna Engineering College, Ghaziabad
16 km
Noida City Centre 12.3 km
Schools
Contact No.
Courier Services
Contact No.
Ryan Intl School, Ghaziabad
0120- 2761427, 2761428
DTDC
09718184489/ 0120-2804450
DPS International, Ghaziabad
0120-2712236, 2711399
ONDOT Courier Service
09716093514
Gurukul School, Ghaziabad
0120-3218866, 3210149, 2761678, 2761679
Newspaper helpline
Contact No.
Sapphire International School, Sector 70, Noida
0120-2484006/ 9, 09560600016/ 18/19
Munish Ahmed
09212330233
Taxi Hire Service Helpline
Contact No.
Security Agencies
Contact No.
Mohan Travels Solution
09999760941/ 09990002241
Risala Agency
09953600319
Jain Travels
08826505680
TRIG Guardforce Limited
011- 43435300
Dhanjal Taxi Service
09811000337/ 09810080216
At Crossings Galleria, there is a departmental store, a few medical stores, furniture and interiors shops,a sweet shop, a unisex saloon, a vegetable store, a sports shop and a Mother Dairy.
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Listings
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Car Service Helpline
Contact No.
Khanna Motor
09958713369
Important trains halting at Ghaziabad Railway Station
Veterinary Doctors
Contact No
• Lucknow Swarn Shatabdi
Dr Sabi Singh
09350545532
• Dehradun Shatabdi
Dr RS Arora
09810383196
• Dehradun Jan Shatabdi
Home Delivery
Contact No.
Departmental store
08800202888
Restaurants
Contact No.
• Gomti Express
La- Cusine
09999946922
• Vaishali Express
South Corner
0858609815
• Golden Temple Express
Bawarchi
09999460600
• Mahananda Express
King of Punjab
08588841558
NH
91
Kailash Nagar
Ghaziabad Railway Station
• NDLS Jan Shatabdi • Kalka Mail • Shramjeevi Express
Sarvoday Nagar
NH 24 Bypass
Crossings Republik