New times, old ties
We may not celebrate Rakhi as we used to, but the ties with tradition are getting stronger with ethnic rakhis making a comeback
The concept of rakhi celebrations may have changed over the years, but when it comes to the actual thread, the ties with the tradition are getting only stronger.

Gift of Love
For Gen Y, Rakhi is equivalent to Friendship Day & the main attraction is, of course, the swanky gifts
ON at least one day a year, brothers have to show their love for their sisters and be nice! On this day, sisters too, tell their brothers how they really feel deep down. It’s called Raksha Bandhan, a simple act of tying a thread on your brother’s hand symbolising their wish for the welfare of her brother and the brother’s commitment to always stand by and protect her.

Living on the edge
They stare death in the face. They like bumpy rides better than the smooth ones. And they live to challenge life. Life is either a daring adventure or nothing. Security is a superstition that does not exist in nature. Indeed. Only those who’ve traded comfort for adventure know what it takes to be swarmed in difficult situations where either you have a chance to do or die. The thrill and adrenaline rush that come from challenging one’s own abilities. Facing death in the face, only to return with some ‘minor and major injuries’. And people, this is just the beginning.


Mandeep’s gypsy turns turtle during a rally

Pet Pal
Taking in a pet is cute but serious business. So don’t rush in. Plan and make the right choice
BRINGING a dog home? It’s not as simple as buying oranges. It’s like making place for a new member in the family or as important as buying a house or a car. If the car or home was too expensive to maintain, it would impact your decision, as would the size of the vehicle or how many bedrooms the house has. The same holds true for a pet. One wrong pick can ruin you’re and your pet’s life but the right one could give you a lifetime of happy memories, companionship and loads of fun! Pick a pet depending on the size of your family, house and lifestyle.

Woman on top
THE producer-actress Aroona Irani needs no introduction. Besides producing serials and films she has acted in over 300 films. With many memorable performances to her credit, she is now going to be a judge with choreographer Loninus Fernandes (Longi of Jhalak Dikhla ja) on Sahara One. It’s one of the biggest dance reality shows comprising 15 saas and 15 bahus of various television shows. Aroona Irani whose serials Doli Saja ke and Naagin are already on air, is on her way to fulfilling her dream — being a judge on the small screen. Life Style chats with actress-producer Aroona on the latest

                                                                      Aroona Irani

Soaring high
Metamorphosis is a heavy word that is used in the dictionary of those who do not live life as a constant. And metamorphosis is how Janhavi Malhotra defines life as. All of 15, the relatively new entrant to the literary world launches her debut release, Aloft on Wings of Grit. “It’s a collection of 28 poems written by me, titled after my poem Wings of Grit, which reflect gradual growth of a caterpillar to a butterfly.

Spice up
The Matte Effect
This monsoon enjoy the splash, and don’t worry about how you look. Just follow some basic points for a refreshing skin feeling. Stay away from heavy foundation. Go for compact powder instead. Pressed powder can be a better option in hot and humid weather as it soaks oil and sweat and leaves the skin fresh and clean.

BON APPETIT
Rainy day nibbles
Musty earth smells…the percussion of the rolling thunder…the bulging clouds complete with the proverbial silver lining. When the pitter-patter starts and we are forced indoors, we seek refuge in our favourite book or a TV show, or simply gaze through the windowpanes, humming “Raindrops Keep Falling…” or a “Barkha-bahaar” number. Under these circumstances, wouldn’t a plate of crispy pakoras or a raisin and almond-studded halwa be delightful?

Junk food can make kids naughty
KIDS who are brought up on a diet of junk food are more likely to be badly behaved at school, experts have warned. Sugary and fatty snacks have been blamed for naughtiness and poor concentration, leading to campaigns for healthier lunches. Research has now found that if children are given bad diet as young as three the damage has already been done by the time they go to school.

Telly Tales
Hear me loud
Din ya raat, our TV stars are always loaded with heavy duty make-up
HERE comes a piece of good news for all you girls who want be on the television. Better still, do you want to be a part of the rona dhona brigade. Simple. Not much of an investment. You just have to be good with three things; rather you should be good at carrying them - loud make-up, loud make-up and loud make-up!

Lindsay denies puff talk
ACTOR Lindsay Lohan has blasted reports that her 14-year-old sister had a boob job. Ali Lohan was seen flaunting “new curves” at a Jonas Brothers concert in New York last week, sparking rumours she had gone under the knife to enhance her cleavage. However, big sister Lindsay has blasted the reports, insisting the pair’s mother Dina would never let Ali have plastic surgery.

Posh not desperate
SPICE girl Victoria Beckham may scrap her plans to open a Las Vegas club with best pal Eva Longoria Parker, courtesy hubby David Beckham. If sources are to be believed, Posh and Parker are going into business together by opening a fancy new club which will incorporate Longoria’s restaurant Beso and a high-rollers casino, but David is concerned that his wife is taking on too much and doesn't want her to become too involved with the venture.