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What’s his POISON? The market is flooded with colognes and perfumes for men and the masculine preference is for woody, spicy or musky fragrances rather than flowery ones, says Gayatri Rajwade No sissy flowers or hotchpotch fragrances here, no violets, wilting lilies or potpourri pots—think clean-cut, macho, the heady scent of leather or a fresh lemon perhaps, for it’s the men’s choices of fragrances that we are celebrating. After all, using colognes, perfumes and deodorants is a smart way of getting the better of those malodorous fumes (think sweat!) and leaving a whiff of grapefruit for the fairer sex to chase after!
A happy
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A taste of
Amritsar Baraf ka
gola
YOGA Soul song in
saffron Hanging out
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The market is flooded with colognes and perfumes for men and the masculine preference is for woody, spicy or musky fragrances rather than flowery ones, says Gayatri Rajwade No sissy flowers or hotchpotch fragrances here, no violets, wilting lilies or potpourri pots—think clean-cut, macho, the heady scent of leather or a fresh lemon perhaps, for it’s the men’s choices of fragrances that we are celebrating. After all, using colognes, perfumes and deodorants is a smart way of getting the better of those malodorous fumes (think sweat!) and leaving a whiff of grapefruit for the fairer sex to chase after! Smelling good For Ravi Babbar a professor of law, living in Sector 8, smelling good is nothing short of a fetish! A Clinique Happy gifted to him by his wife is his fragrance for the season but a Giorgio Armani is a personal favourite. “I even use an Armani roll on deodorant which I pick up on my trips abroad and over here I usually buy Fa’s unisex ‘Caribbean Lime’ for the freshness it exudes.” According to Ebony’s (Sector 9) beauty advisors at the perfume counters, the men’s colognes/perfumes that rocks the city is Hugo Boss in all its avatars followed by Davidoff’s Cool Water. Not surprisingly, telecom executive Inder Bajaj, living in Sector 22, has both in his wardrobe although this newly wed swears by his Boss for two reasons. One, the sheer longevity of the fragrance that lasts through the day despite the long hours in the sun and the other his wife, who loves the smell on him!
The buzzword And the buzzword is “fresh not floral” says Ebony beauty advisor Sarabjit, a sentiment echoed by Sujeet. “Men usually go for woody, spicy or musky fragrances not flowery ones,” he elucidates. And yes, several birdies tell us, men are buying more perfumes! “There is a growing awareness amongst men to look good and smell good, at all times,” smiles Sujeet. Smelling good is big business with a range that would suit the big pockets to the smallest budget. So here goes from the expensive to the not-so-killing range. Check out these new entrants, CK One Summer, a unisex fragrance at Rs 2395 and Eternity Summer at Rs 2495 or Davidoff’s Energise at Rs 3225 and Silver Shadow for Rs 3350, delicious options for summer. Definitely worth a dekko are Mont Blanc’s Star Walker for Rs 2750 or Pure Cedrat from Azzaro at Rs 2550 and even the M7 from Yves Saint Laurent at Rs 3030 all available in our city now. Similar fresh fragrances available for much less are Adidas (Rs 395 to 650), Brut (Rs 500), Jovan, Diane Paulen (Rs 500) and Ulric De Varens but look around for there is a veritable feast for those willing to experiment. And of course there is the deodorant option for those not wanting to spring so much money on smelling fresh! From the Opium and Jazz by YSL to Echo or Cool Water by Davidoff there is are sprays from Nike (Rs 225), Adidas (Rs 125), Jeanne Arthes (Rs 200) and roll-on sticks from Gillette (Rs 235) Jovan Musk and Adidas (Rs 195) all of which make for heady options to smell like a million bucks.
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Pre-school children tend to be fussy about consuming food. Having their own likes and dislikes, they may refuse or waste food that is otherwise nutritionally good for them. These eating habits could lead to deficiencies in their diet which while not apparent could hold back attaining their full genetic potential of growth & development. According to United Nations - Administrative Committee on Coordination / Sub-committee on Nutrition almost eighty one percent of healthy kids from middle class homes who get adequate food are actually deficient in key nutrients. Almost fifty percent of children below three years in India are underweight (Second National Family Health Survey of India, 1998 – 99). Recognizing the issue of these nutritional deficiencies among pre school children, GlaxoSmithKline Consumer Healthcare, a global FMCG company in the nutritional and OTC healthcare segment has re-launched Junior Horlicks 1-2-3TM which as part of a healthy diet helps complete A to Z nutrition for pre school kids. It provides 100% daily quota* (* in 2 serves as per US NRC 2001 guidelines) of essential micronutrients and has DHA (an essential omega 3 fatty acid) for optimum brain development. This is the first time in India that a health drink specially designed for pre school kids has DHA added to it. The recommended serve is to have 30 gm of New Junior Horlicks 123 TM twice a day. As the product is milk based, it can be made with either warm water or milk. Goodbye dandruff Janssen-Cilag, a division of Johnson & Johnson Ltd. India, has announced the launch of Nizoral ™ 100ml bottles in the Indian market. Nizoral ™, a clinically proven dandruff treatment shampoo, is now available to the consumers for Rs 185. Nizoral contains Ketoconazole, a potent ingredient used in the treatment of dandruff. Ketoconazole is an original research molecule of Janssen–Cilag which ensures long lasting relief from dandruff. Dandruff is one of the most common scalp problems affecting people. Dandruff is caused by fungus P. ovale, which is usually present on our scalp, therefore it’s recurring in nature. It is invisible to the naked eye and is harmless under normal conditions. When this P.ovale exists on the scalp in an abnormally higher number sometimes 10 –20 times more than the normal level – dandruff is the result. The fungus triggers off an infection like process around the hair roots, resulting in scaling and itching, leading to dandruff. Predisposing factors which increase P.ovale levels are high humidity, hormonal changes (eg. puberty), and perspiration induced by sport. Dandruff may occur in any age group and at any time. The condition does not occur before puberty, however, its incidence increases to a peak in late adolescence and may persist into early twenties. As middle age approaches the incidence of dandruff appears to gradually decline, falling off sharply towards the old age. Nizoral™ 100ml bottles are now available at all leading general stores and chemists in the country. Krishnaa Lassi Arjun International has launched their first indigenous product Lassi & Buttermilk under the brand name Krishnaa. Krishnaa Lassi and Krishnaa Buttermilk are available in hygienic and tamper proof Tetra Pak packages of 200ml at a price of Rs 12 and Rs 10 respectively. Krishnaa Lassi is a sweet, rose flavoured refreshing drink, which gives instant energy and is an all season drink. It is made of premium quality cow milk that has lower percentage of fat content with all benefits of milk. It is an ideal drink for the Indian summer. Hair pampering Bad Hair days are over, because, Lotus Herbals Professional has just launched Hairology, a range of Botanical hair rituals, advanced scientific hair treatments and specialized after care. Hairology consists of specific hair shampoos (called hair baths), high potency conditioners, acute hair fall and persistent dandruff treatments and cures for damaged hair. All the products in the range are based on high quality proven natural extracts. The Hair care and treatments are available at select beauty salons and spas across the country including Louts Salons de Beaute. the hair services are recommended once in a week and prices range from Rs. 250 to Rs. 900 per session. The Hairology range of products are exclusively sold through select beauty salons across the country. Exciting offer Tata Indicom, India’s premier telecom service provider today announced the launch of Go Mobile – GO LG offer. Under this offer, the LG 2535 Maxima mobile handset, is available at the most affordable price of Rs. 999/- with a standard pack of 7 days validity and initial talk time of Rs. 50.
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This is the season for corn. Harvinder Khetal suggests some amazing maize ideas to enjoy on a summer evening. Move out and just a lane down your home you are likely to come across the chhalli-wala sitting on the roadside with his impromptu business. And in all probability, surrounded by a couple of clients. Yes, because that’s the power of the corn. Costing just around Rs 5 per piece, the corncobs make most of us stop by for their healthy quotient as well as the earthy taste. Sprinkled with a squeeze of limejuice and a dash of salt, the freshly corn roasted to almost black on the coals is indeed a treasure trove of nutrients. As you take bites off the husk, there are no guilt feelings or fear of cholesterol rising. Blood pressure patients, of course, can avoid the salt coating. Freshly picked corn on the cob is synonymous with the coming of summer. Though corn is now available in markets year-round, the locally grown varieties not only taste milky tender and best but are also usually the least expensive. For, the business investment is meagre: take four flat slabs of stone, a wire gauze and some coal to make a makeshift oven. And, of course, a cardboard to fan the fire and keeping the embers red hot. Also no big degrees required. The boy down my street is a class IV boy, who is into this trade in the evenings as it is chhutti days for him. The only person to be kept on their side is the local cop. And usually a cob or two is all that it costs to keep him happy. Or, if the rains keep you house-bound, munch on fresh and tender corn on the cob with a dash of salt, chilli powder, lemon or just butter rubbed in for good measure. And boiling the yellow pearly drops and eating spoonfuls of them with salted butter is the preference of some others. Enjoy these maize delicacies, with piping hot filter coffee or masala chai. Food snobs may fly into a rage when anyone suggests that corn can be prepared in delicious variety of delights. The cornucopia of corn food is endless. Some commonly found formsare: baby corn in mixed veggies and salads and the seeds making a healthily crunchy part of a soup. The cooking methods are equally vast: roasting, boiling, grilling, baking, microwaving, shallow frying. Preserving corn To preserve maize, husk the corn, immediately wrap each ear in a paper towel, moisten each one thoroughly with water, and put them in plastic bags or containers with lids. Then, store them in the refrigerator. Corn grows in “ears,” each of which is covered in rows of kernels that are then protected first by the silk-like threads called “corn silk,” and finally, encased in a husk. Its scientific name is Zea mays. This moniker reflects its traditional name, maize, by which it is commonly known throughout the world.
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A taste of Amritsar
Hardcore Amritsari foodstuff, armed with loads of spices and excitement, is the soft target. And it’s not just Amritsari kulchas topped with wee bit of butter that the residents are aiming at. Even fish curry and mutton tikkas prepared the Amritsari way are hot in the sultry summers of 2006. The whiff is unmistakable. As you cross the restaurants and fast food joints organizing Amritsari delicacies in the evenings, the lingering aroma of fried golden-brown onions spiked with crushed red chilies, mustard and pickling spices allures you inside. As you push open the doors, the tang mingles with the heady smell of fresh coriander and carom seeds to give you the taste of Amritsar right here in the city. If you are hot for the stuff, just drive down to your favourite haunt and gratify your taste buds with an abundance of Amritsari special taka-tak tikkas. Or else, go in for brain curry and keema kaleji. The choice is yours, entirely. You see, until a few years ago, one had few options as the restaurants and other fast food haunts across the city were not offering rich variety. Undoubtedly you could order Mughali specialties like chicken bharta and Murg Musselum full of mild spices in butter-flavoured gravy accented with dry fenugreek, but hardly anything in Amritsari. Now things are different. For, the dishes are more and merrier. In restaurants, just pick up the menu cards and you will find a full section devoted to Amritsari cuisine. Right folks, you will see stuff like murg kali mirch and saag meat waiting to be ordered. This is not the end of the culinary extravaganza. Go to the markets and you will find even the roadside vendors offering platter full of delight grilled to perfection in the form of tandoori kulchas and channas spiked with green chilies. A word of caution here, especially for calorie-conscious residents: As some of the dishes mentioned in the menu cards are rich in butter and cream, just do not hesitate in asking the member of the staff serving at table, lest you land up consuming more calories than you had thought of. Another thing, look for those telling chilly marks against the dishes indicating the level of spiciness. The more the number of chilly marks, the spicier the dish will be. Order the ones with three chilly marks only if you are used to adding zing to your life. You can have Amritsari kulcha with channas at “Drop-In”. Correct, the one run by CITCO in Sector 34. The dish is reasonably priced. In fact, you can get the stuff by paying something like Rs 25 plus taxes at the counter. Oh yes, it is filling even though a little more stuffing can go a long way in making the dish a bit more appetizing. Another thing! You will be forced to eat channas like a miser. For, the quantity is by no way liberal. You can also take home the kulchas from Krishan in Sector 18. The stuff is good. But if you wish to eat it fresh out of tandoor, be prepared to sit on chairs placed around the tables on the footpath as hardly any dining space is available. At Red Skewers in Sector 8, go in for Amritsari fish. The ambience, and the setting, is just fit for a perfect dinner for two. For ordering the stuff with traditional sauce, you will have to pay something like Rs 139, but it is worth the price. Go to “Pik `n’ Move” in the same sector and order Amritsari naan and gravy costing Rs 45. If you are going to Tikka Freaks also in the same sector, taste their special taka-tak tikkas with recipes straight from Amritsar. Order mutton tikka dry or with gravy, or else go in for chicken tikkas. You will not have to pull out more than Rs 100 for any of the dishes. So guys what are you waiting for!
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Baraf ka gola
Heat. Hissing and puffing like an angry steam engine, swirling down the roads, clutching and clinging to everything it touches. Burning, choking, stinging heat. And then, a torrent of refreshing respite. Frozen chilled, tantalising tangy and yes, thanda thanda cool cool. Perfect companion to beat the deadly heat, it’s the lip-smacking candy to be licked till the heat gives way to cool comfort. To be sucked till the taste buds get drenched in sheer delight. The humble, yet the very popular delicacy of yesteryears, its none but the exotic baraf ka gola. And guess what, the crushed ice lollipop coated with sugar syrup and flavours that was available on rehris, has now donned the fancy trimmings of a branded avataar. Chuski , as the gola is now fondly called, has made an entry in the region under the brand name of Chuski Express. Sold at retail counters in almost all the cities of the North, this Chuski is available at Fun Republic and Wah Dilli, Panchkula, for Rs. 25 a cup. Informs Navpreet Singh, proprietor for creative food solutions, “The Chuski we sell is available in 17 different flavours, though Rose, kala khatta and zeera cola remain the most popular. Started two years back, the chuski is already a rage among young kids. “They get excited about the licking part. Then of course, the cool shaved ice lolly with its delicious flavours thrill them,” smile Rajesh and Ramesh, the chuski-men, as they fill the cups with this delightful delicacy. And as if chuski wasn’t enough, they also have a chuski soda, which is actually a kind of slushed ice with yummy syrups splashed on them. “Available for Rs. 35 a cup, these are really in demand for kids’ birthday parties and weddings,” informs Navpreet. So guys, get ready for a scoop full of slushed, crushed ice tumbling down your tummy. Perfect coolant for the sweltering heat, this deadly delicious delicacy is irresistible for sure!
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FILM & FASHION Pakistani actress Meera is likely to take legal action against director Param Gill, who is making “Rockin Meera”, a film based on her life with Nauheed Cyrusi in the lead role. Meera’s publicist and spokesperson Dale Bhagwagar has filed a complaint on her behalf with the Association of Motion Pictures and Television Programme Producers (AMPTPP). He has requested the authorities to look into the matter and arrange for a special show for Meera before permitting public screening. “Initially we thought the name of the film being the same as the actress was coincidental. But with reports about the film having similarities to her real life, we became sceptical. If there are any sequences in the film which resemble Meera’s life then the makers will have to take permission for the same,” Bhagwagar told IANS. “Rockin’ Meera” stars a host of Indian and US actors, including Sonu Sood, US-based rapper Terrance Quaites (TQ), Debra Wilson, Fatso Fasano, Nicole Cherie Saletta, Sayaji Shinde and Sachin Khedekar. Naseer, the bad man Veteran actor Naseeruddin Shah plays a hardcore villain in “Krrish” starring Hrithik Roshan and says for the first time he will not end up looking out of place. “I don’t know how, but the credit entirely goes to (filmmaker and Hrithik’s dad) Rakesh Roshan. I think he’s presented the character remarkably well on screen.” He was slightly reluctant to take up this role, not knowing how it would turn out to be on screen. However, he enjoyed working with the father-son duo, reports Bollywood Trade. “I really enjoyed being with the Roshans. They are both very nice and hardworking. Also, there was a comfort level that we shared, which made working with them a truly pleasurable experience,” said Naseer. — IANS
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Gardens: golden nuggets Last night, while surfing the net, I came across golden nuggets from a site that exchanges experiences, insults, diatribes and ideas through online chats. Most of the comments are about the disastrous effects of bad ideas. For example, chatter A recommended old soil for new pots, as it would be proven cheap, crumbly, bug and stone free and generous in quantum. Chatter B tried it out and cursed thereafter because when the seedlings came up, he could not differentiate the new seed sprouts from the old self-sown ones. Lesson learnt- new seeds to be planted in new soil! The second rotten idea was planting seeds in disposable milk cartons. Mary did so and all her seedlings perished due to the fungus encouraged by an unbleached carton. She had to wait a whole year to start again. Lesson learnt- food cartons to be sterilized with bleach before using as starters. The advantage of food cartons as seedling starters is obvious. They take a maximum of 3 to 4 inches of soil when placed on their sides and this is enough for seedlings. They are easily moveable from sunlight to shade and vice-versa. Drainage holes can be punched in with ease (be generous with these). They also retain enough moisture for seedlings. Cut open and remove one side of a juice, ice cream or milk carton with scissors. Wash and bleach it. Dry it thoroughly in the sun before using. Don’t plant too many seeds. If the seeds are minute like cauliflower, cabbage, celery, gloxinias, poppies or pansies, sprinkle over with a little sand so that on watering they do not flow away or clump to one side. In any case watering should be done gently and minimally through the fingers. After potting the seedlings, throw away the carton. Cartons are environment friendly unlike plastic sleeves. Before planting, be sure to mark the name of the seed with an indelible marker, dhobi ink or pencil. (The on-liner could not stop praising an ordinary lead pencil for its lasting impression as compared to felt pens and glitter, which fade away or wash out!) To quicken sprouting, it is advisable to place the cartons in areas that get morning and evening sunlight. This ensures weak sunlight, which is better for the seeds. Cover the cartons with thin plastic sheets so that watering is minimal and moisture is retained. These sheets should be removed the moment the seedlings make an appearance. Remember, the tinier the seed the longer it takes to sprout. You can also kill it with over watering, so beware.
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YOGA As the adept yogi progresses rapidly on the path of yoga, a sloughing off of impurities occurs. A gentle cleansing of the physical, emotional and mental bodies by the practice of asanas and pranayama takes place. Sometimes this process may speed up depending upon the potency of the precepts being followed by the practitioner and the commitment to the practice. At this point it is important that the seeker not be overwhelmed with the results but continue the training with utmost faith in the master. Faith unlike popular belief as blind is actually much more in the realm of the spiritual world. But for this faculty to work unerringly the yogi has to be firmly set on the path of yogic discipline. As the pathways in the brain open up with pranayama, the higher intelligence of intuition takes over from ordinary stored memory and recall! The moment the practising yogi is able to surrender to this natural ability doors open to guide the seeker to the goal. Faith then becomes the result of the sum total of all the intelligence gathered over many lifetimes and now applied with intuition to situations that life throws up. But what about the new practitioner of yoga, how much of ‘faith’ is this person to indulge in? When stepping first on this path, even if you are a novice, you may already have a partially developed intuitive faculty and there is no harm in listening to this inner guide in matters of choosing the right teacher, or the right form of yoga. Nevertheless, it is also good to check the antecedents of the person teaching and the source of the expertise before signing up. The kind of reputation the teacher enjoys is also a good guideline as also the teachers’ commitment to the practice and the students, the motive behind teaching etc. More importantly, once you have joined a class give it at least a month and check for yourself the progress that is being made. The practice of yoga fills one with a sense of well being; better sleep, a sense of ease in the physical body, a lightening up of the emotions, feeling of detachment etc are some of the signs that indicates the practice is making a difference. But take care not stop there, the practice must lead you to a higher spiritual realm, an understanding of yourself as a cosmic being. Stagnating on the path of yoga before reaching the ultimate stage of samadhi is tragic to say the least. Connecting with the body Sit comfortably on a mat or a chair, taking care to keep the back straight but not stiff. Start scanning your body from the toes upwards. Slowly allowing your awareness to flow up the body intimately, observe the areas that are tense. Try going deep into the physical body penetrating the skin to the muscle, tissues, organs and then the bones. With constant practice you will be able to isolate problem areas, before the onset of a disease, and then work on it.
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Soul song in saffron
Light-hearted yet serious minded cult classic, Rang de Basanti, has been quite in the news recently. Here’s a tete e tete with the man behind the movie’s script— Kamlesh Pandey. You experimented delivering the tri-colour to those lost in denim. Do you think you’ve succeeded? Oh yes! Never has it happened that youngsters come to a scriptwriter and thank him for giving them some movie. With me, it’s actually happened. And yes, I feel great about it. But, don’t you think that like most Hindi films, Rang de … committed the mistake of stereotyping Indian youth. They are either shown as the robotic consumers of western culture or rebellious murderers? See, at times art imitates and at other times, it creates. The first half of the film imitates reality. Yes, sadly though, our youngsters are becoming robotic consumers of western sensibilities and this is what the first half of the film shows. But the latter part creates an idealogy of rebelling against the system. Although it’s fascinating to replace the imperial villains of yesterday with the fascist politicians of today, the political context is not quite the same or simplistic. Or is it? Well, I’m not a politician or a preacher. Nor have I asked the country’s youth to start picking up their guns and shooting down the politicians. I’ve put my characters in a situation that makes them rebel. It could happen to anybody yes, but the context may be different. Rebellion may be there but the situation may be different. So do you agree that Rang de Basanti is great cinema but not effective as a mass communication tool or politically correct? Art never preaches. It just awakens you to a new sensibility. My script has awakened people to rebel against injustice, not necessarily murder people. And yes, it’s also presented the lighter side of Bhagat Singh’s personality through his reincarnations. Be it the movie-mad, fun loving 20-year-old Bhagat Singh or the multi-plex maniac, fastfood crazy youth of today, it’s the circumstances that bring the true heroes in them and that’s what I’ve written about. Your script has popularised what we call Pop patriotism. In fact as a critic has remarked, patriotism has never looked so popular, from the sun-dappled Golden temple to Inqualab zindabad sprayed on a graffiti wall. How did you make it happen? Laughs. Well, it came out straight from my heart. I have read a lot about Bhagat Singh and realised that he was a very normal, fun-loving youngster before the love for his motherland overpowered other facets of his personality. That gave me the idea to try and see what the Bhagat Singhs of today will be like and so I mish mashed pop generation of today with yesterday’s patriotic fervour.
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Hanging out zones Summers are in full throttle and the heat is strangling the masses. In this scorching haze, chilling out with friends seems the only way to dodge the nature’s unkind lashes. The young generation’s hanging out expeditions transform their jaded monotony into a world of jig. City youngsters talk about their favourite hangout places, which escalate them to a flight of fun. Manraaj of DAV-10 vrooms through the geri route and sets the road ablaze with his shinning black Bullet. “This is a place to espy both god made and man made wonders.” he grins, adding, “While the charming young ladies represent god’s creativity at its best, the hip hop cars with cool accessories mark the architectonic skills of man.” Time flies by at Pool Shack-17 for Amit, a student of SD College. “I play here for hours together with my friends. Playing cricket or football in the blazing heat drains you out completely, but pool being an indoor game can be enjoyed without any such inconvenience,” he quips. Colour invades Sector-35 with the youngsters beaming at various food joints like Café Coffee Day, Barista, Ovenfresh, Hot Millions and Fusion. For Manisha, a 3rd year student of MCM, Café Coffee Day is her favourite because of the amazing coffee and the book section, which caters to a voracious reader in her. You are probably generalising if you associate the youth with the hustle and bustle because there is also a section that would prefer peace and serenity any day to an uproar. That’s why Ashima, a 3rd year student of Shaheed Udham Singh, Tangori, is all praise for Wah Dilli, Panchkula. She says, “It’s a nice place to relax and be comfortable in and one doesn’t have to scream one’s lungs out to converse with people. Also, there are different sections like Madras Café, India Gate, China Town etc, which offer a wide variety of food to take care of the diverse individual tastes.” But for Minal, a PG in sector 15, it’s not the food but the rocking beats of her favourite music at Aerrizona-9 that keeps her in the glitzy hues. “The best part is, I don’t have to shell out any bucks as the entry for girls is free. In this way, I party without feeling guilty as I burn some calories as well,” she chuckles. All these people have some special hangout place, but for Pururava, a Graphics and Animation student, “Anywhere with friends is a good hangout place, whether it’s a park or CCD or anywhere else.”
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Shedding in summers
If you contemplate why your dog sheds so much that you could weave a thick blanket out of the discarded fur, the answer lies in the growth rate of the hair, which is based on genetics, nutrition and environment. Shedding is the process by which old hair naturally falls out and new hair begins to grow in its place. The new hair does not “push out” the old hair. Since hair growth and loss is a continual cycle, there is no true starting point. Shedding in dogs is influenced by the amount of time spent in the sunlight and by temperature fluctuations. Outdoor dogs usually shed their thick undercoat in the spring to prepare for warmer weather. Indoor dogs shed all year long but in smaller amounts, since they are exposed to a more constant temperature and a consistent light source. A dog’s shedding cycle may also change as the pet ages or becomes ill. When dogs run free in the wild, they brush up against bushes, trees and other flora. This action removes old hair naturally. Our house pets need brushing to accomplish this same goal and to prevent large amounts of hair from accumulating in the coat. But brushing is also good for your dog. It not only decreases the amount of hair on your clothes and furniture but it also stimulates the blood supply to the skin. And brushing your dog’s hair helps to prevent skin parasites, such as mites, fleas and ticks, from infesting your pet and your home and keeps unsightly and sometimes painful mats from forming. Carder or slicker brushes are very useful for removing dead hair. These consist of a small flat board with multiple, fine wire teeth on one side and a short handle. They are especially useful with mats. You may need to experiment with several types of brushes before you find the one that is best for your dog.
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In case of soft tissue injury follow the dictum - “Rice (Rest, Ice, Compression. Elevation) is nice but do not harm (Heat, Alcohol, Running, Massage) an injury. — Dr Ravinder Chadha
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Sujeet Kumar of Ceeez at Fun Republic, Mani Majra also points to Davidoff’s Cool Water as the most sought after fragrance followed by hot-this-season Bvlgari Aqua (which has come into the Indian market officially now!) while Rohit Gawri, owner Peshawari’s, Sector 19 rolls out Burberry, Calvin Klein, Azzaro and Nike as the summer delights that lure. 
A pleasant dream— youth brimming with energy, diving into unlimited fun. Hanging out at masti ki paathshala, amidst lively banter, bomber jackets and biker tattoos. Gyrating to funk-rock music, and yet, performing sequences of the freedom struggle of yore. And then, a bone-rattling nightmare strikes, shocking and stirring us out of our deep slumber. For the carefree college students turn cold-blooded murderers. And not quite. For, though their hands are drenched in the Defence Minister’s blood, their souls have turned saffron….
Does your home look like a barber’s shop? Do you eat more dog hair in breakfast than cornflakes? Does your mom treat you to kick you and your dog out of the house? If yes, then you are not alone. Almost all dogs are shedding hair and all dog owners getting all tensed up seeing the mess.