Melody meets mudras
The stage is set for the tricity’s two-day classical extravaganza—the Bhaskar Rao Sammelan
S.D. Sharma
As in the past, in modern times too, music remains a progressive and dynamic art. Its aesthetic appeal and its beauty have attracted all. As such, musical arts have become a fountainhead of peoples' inspiration, peace and culture. To meet the aspirations of the people, the Pracheen Kala Kendra, since its inception in 1956, has been engaged in the promotion of Indian classical music, dance and fine arts, said Shobha Koser, registrar of the Kendra, in the tricity on Wednesday.

Shubha Mudgal	Rama Vaidyanathan	Shovana Narayan

Beyond the Everest Jasmine Singh A long weekend ahead? Already explored Shimla, Nainital, Dalhousie to the hilt? To top it, the family has allocated limited funds for traveling? If you and your family are caught up in a situation like this, well, then Nepal could be of some help! Here's how. Nepal's new tourism brand 'Naturally Nepal, Once Is Not Enough,' which is being launched to reposition its image as tourist destination, promises tours beyond Mt Everest, sublime scenery, trekking trails.

Tara Temple in Lumbini, Nepal

Lament for the letter Mona The very art of putting your innermost feelings on pen and paper is dying a slow death, courtesy today's fast-paced life and excessive onslaught of technology. While literature has benefited immensely by this very personal act, check Shakespeare's sonnets, which are considered the best of love poems or Winston Churchill's love letters that are appreciated by many.

Prince Charles' love letters up for grabs
The love letters written by celebrities in olden days make hot property today. Their auction amongst the letter lovers earns ample revenue
Love letters sent by Prince Charles to a girlfriend have been put up for sale on auction website eBay. One of the six letters to Welsh-born Janet Jenkins was penned in 1980, just a year before he tied the knot with Princess Diana, reports the Sun. Charles and Jenkins met in 1975 when she was a receptionist at the British consulate in Montreal, Canada.

Under my umbrella

With the days getting hotter, these girls at Panjab University have already taken to sun screens of the other kind. Lifestyle Photo: Parvesh Chauhan

Money can't buy happiness
Those who dont fixate on finances like retirement, savings, and simply making ends meet are reportedly the happiest
Financial security might not be enough to ensure happiness or satisfaction with one's life, according to a study of the mental state of the modern American woman. Women who concentrated much of their thinking on financial matters were much less likely to be happy with their lives, according to Talya Miron-Shatz, postdoctoral research fellow at the Woodrow Wilson School of Public and International Affairs at Princeton University.

Melody wise
Music can enhance kids' reading skills
Music lessons can significantly improve children's cognitive performance in reading skills, says a new study. The study led by researchers from Long Island University, USA has shown that children taking music tuition involving training in increasingly complex rhythmic, tonal, and practical skills display superior cognitive performance in reading skills compared with their non-musically trained peers.

Fest fiesta Day 1 of Soch-09 saw a host of events, including a photography competition, documentary screening and street play From Law Auditorium to the Students Centre, from dancing to documentary, day one of Soch 09 literally enveloped everything. School of Communication Studies’, Panjab University’s annual event began with the P.P. Singh Memorial Lecture where the key-note address delivered by Prof Radhey Sham Sharma, founder vice-chancellor, MakhanLal Chaturvedi National Journalism University, Bhopal delved on…

A street play Kali being staged at Stu-C in Panjab University as part of Soch-09 on Wednesday. Photo: Parvesh Chauhan

Novel feat
Writer and director Boota Singh Shaad talks about changing production techniques
Jasmine Singh
I would be amazed to read about writers who took years to write a single novel. Somehow, I couldn’t relate to this. For me, writing a novel is like expressing a thought, which should be penned down the minute it hits the brain,” says producer, writer and novelist from Mumbai, Boota Singh Shaad. On a brief personal visit to the city, Boota Singh, who is witness to the birth of Punjabi cinema wonders on the numerous changes that has given Punjabi cinema a new look.

Khan Kombat I don’t think Shah Rukh ever was King Khan: Aamir Keeping up his swipes at superstar Shah Rukh Khan and the No.1 slot in Bollywood, Aamir Khan, riding on the super success of his revenge drama Ghajini, has said he never thought Shah Rukh was ever on the top pedestal at all. He also said Oscar-winning Slumdog Millionaire failed to “touch” him. When Aamir, was asked at a chat show how he feels about being termed the new ‘King Khan’ after the success of Ghajini.

Heading Hollywood A film studio in the US has shown interest in the remake of Hindi horror film 13B Joginder Tuteja The makers of horror movie 13B can’t stop smiling these days as their work seems to be heading to Hollywood. Hollywood studio Weinstein Company was quite impressed after going through the synopsis of 13B, which stars R. Madhavan and Neetu Chandra, and now wants to know more about the film before getting the rights.

A still from 13B

Talepiece Ice, Ice Baby Bobby Deol shot fight scenes in freezing temperature Bobby Deol didn’t bother about the pouring rain and freezing temperature while shooting fight scenes in muddy fields for Sangeeth Sivan’s Ek - The Power of One in Punjab in December, leaving producer Jaswant Khera highly impressed. According to a source, the film unit was shooting for a major action sequence amid heavy rains.

Piggy Chops on top
Actor Priyanka Chopra to be honoured at the Asian Film Awards
Bollywood actor Priyanka Chopra will receive the Nielsen Box Office Award for outstanding contribution to Asian cinema.The award will be presented during the 3rd Annual Asian Film Awards March 23. The awards will be part of the 33rd Hong Kong International Film Festival at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre.

Dressed to kill

Actor Salman Khan walks during the shooting of movie Veer (Brave) inside the Meharangarh Fort in Jodhpur. Photo: Reuters

PET THEORY
Train to tackle
Shiv Kaushal
Obedience training is one of the best things you can do for your dog or puppy... and yourself. Though it doesn’t solve all behaviour problems, but it is the foundation for solving just about any problem. Training opens up a line of communication between you and your dog. Effective communication is necessary to instruct your Hugo about what you want him to do.

Pet Pick
Mixed bag
People for Animals, Chandigarh has the perfect companion for anyone who is ready to be loved unconditionally and just forever and ever: One cute, intelligent, healthy and playful dog, 4 years old, mix breed for adoption- this one will sure be a sports super star!! Two beautiful adorable female pups, 3 months old, white and brown colour, mixed breed want a loving home – we can assure you that they are the winners of the next beauty pageant!!

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Fear factor
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