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Realm of DESIGN
Hot option
BSc programmes
smart strategy
The balancing ACT
office mantra
Industry ready
INDIAN JOB MARKET
Happiness @ work
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Interior Architecture
Interior architecture/ design is concerned with commercial and domestic interiors in a wide range of sectors like hospitality, entertainment, retail, transport, commercial offices and domestic interiors. The course covers areas like art, architecture, building technology, furniture, materials, cultural anthropology, social sciences, etc. For making a career in this field, one needs to have an understanding of building and construction techniques and services like water and electricity, that are integrated within the structure of a building. The knowledge of such techniques will enable a person to control and design all the factors that affect the internal space and its layout. A course in interior architecture imparts complete knowledge regarding interior design through an academic and professional base in problem solving, formal design skills and pertinent historical and technical perspective. The course explores all aspects of the spaces in which people live, work and play. Scope Interior architecture is a discipline that connects architecture and interior design. It equips students with a basic working knowledge of structural systems. There are plenty of options if one wants to make career in this field. There is a dearth of qualified professionals in this industry and the demand for interior architects is high nowadays. Career prospects range from starting one's own firm and taking up projects to working as a designer for malls, hotels and design companies. Interior architects can also diversify and specialise further into designing exhibitions, sets for TV, stage, events, visual merchandising, lighting, furniture, products, etc. The scope of interior architecture and designing has widened with increased awareness among the corporates to establish employee-friendly working environments. Job Prospects In our country there has been massive increase in demand for professional interior architects in areas like apartments, bungalows, malls, corporate offices, institutions etc. The demand is due to the boom in the real estate
industry. The job opportunities are upbeat and positive for professional and trained architects. Interior designers can get employment with interior design firms, builders, modular and custom furniture manufacturers, hotel and resort chains, hospitals, private consultancies, theatres and exhibition
organisers. For being successful in this field one must keep abreast with new trends and technologies in order to bring about a blend of innovation and design according to the client's requirement. Graduates can work as a freelancer, a junior designer, design assistant, etc. They can also work as a designer with manufacturers of kitchen and bathroom products in the interior design industry. Successful completion of the interior design course in India can open up opportunities for self-employment as the market is ready to absorb more and more interior designers at all levels of engagement. Eligibility The minimum qualification to get admission to a course in this field is Plus II in any discipline. Candidates should also have a basic understanding of
colour, style ets. For becoming an interior architect one has to be very imaginative, analytical, creative, self-motivated and good at listening. Academic courses in interior design are of various kinds and vary from one-two year certificate, three-four year diploma and four-five years degree courses. Skill set In today's scenario every career involves expertise in the field of one’s choice. Therefore, students undertaking this course should be hone their creative and imaginative faculties as these are the two very important, as well as basic requirements, to excel in this profession. Other than this, generating innovative ideas, thorough knowledge and understanding of the subject are equally important to thrive in this field. However, this is a field which also requires some in-born qualities, which can be polished further by proper nurturing in institutions where interior architecture/design is taught. A degree in this field will help a person in acquiring relevant skills for this trade. This profession is well suited for both young men and women and provides enough scope and opportunity for diversification. Remuneration Interior design is an immensely rewarding profession. However, for beginners the salaries may not be comparable to those in some other streams (like IT, Management etc), but job satisfaction and creative expression more than compensates for lesser monetary benefits. Earnings for interior designers vary widely depending on the type of designing they do. Monthly earnings for beginners (fresh graduates) can range from Rs 15,000 to Rs 20,000 while slightly experienced designers easily get Rs 50,000 to Rs 75,000. Experienced and well established designers earn six figure salaries. The writer is course leader of Interior Architecture Design Department at Pearl Academy of Fashion, New Delhi.
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Career Hotline
Q. What is ethical hacking? What is the scope of this field? What are the necessary qualifications to begin in it? Is it worth to think over or irrational in the Indian context?
— Jaswant Kukreja What distinguishes an ethical hacker from a cracker is that the former is actually paid to identify loopholes and security breaches in an organisation’s network or system. Constructive hacking is legal and ethical/because it is done with the client’s permission. A security professional must understand how hackers operate in order to ensure security from hacking attacks. The underlying principle being: “To catch a thief, you must think like a thief”. But all said and done, hacking is a double-edged sword — both parties need to agree that none of the exercises carried out will violate Section 65/66 of the IT Act. Cyber Crime and Ethical hacking are very specialised fields that require people with excellent analytical skills and a thorough knowledge of Web based technologies like J2EE, .Net etc. To begin with, you require thorough knowledge of an operating language like C, C++ coupled with one UNIX operating system and an assembly language. Make sure you are comfortable with networking, TCP/IP and various other protocols. A specific course in the subject would be an asset. Particularly one that focuses on the application of the technologies used to secure computer systems. Core technical modules include the study of computer security architecture, firewalls, user authentication methods and security techniques for both Windows and UNIX platforms. The course should also provide sufficient knowledge of other areas i.e. cryptography, biometrics, risk management, intruder detection, hacker techniques, incident handling and recovery, system forensics investigation and the auditing of e-commerce systems and IT infrastructures.
BE DIRECT AND PERSUASIVE
Q. I’m facing a lot of difficulty with the Statement of Purpose required while applying to foreign universities. What must the SoP focus on? Could you please give me some suggestions on writing an effective SoP?
— Anuj Bhardwaj So what do you write? More importantly, what do they want to read? Most admission officers look for signs that you’ve tried to challenge yourself by taking honours courses or doing extra project work. And that you are really passionate about studying this subject. Extra curricular achievements and social service also rank high on their list. Much of this info can be gleaned from the other forms you fill but the essay allows you to flesh out the details and paint a picture of you, the person. Essay anxiety is common. And natural. But here’s a word of advice: Don’t let someone else do your essay because you “can’t write” or “don’t know what to write”. Avoid the temptation to just adapt a senior or elder bro’s essay. Admission officers aren’t dumb — they go through thousands of applications and can smell a rat from a distance. Write your own essay and then show it to a friend, professor or parent — they may suggest some stylistic and grammatical changes. Concentrate on the substance rather than trying to dazzle them with your style, wit, intellect or
humour. This is one portion of the application that you get to control completely. Look at it as an opportunity rather than as an ordeal. It is your chance to reveal the dimensions of your personality that make you special. It’s also an opportunity to make you pause and think, and understand your own motivations and goals. Be truthful. It’s pointless making things up just because they sound good; if you can’t say why you’re attracted to a subject or courses and you haven’t read the relevant books, are you sure you want to study the subject at degree level? Honest self-questioning now could save you much heartache and expense later. Explain why you want to study the subject at that particular university. It needs to be a better reason than your having heard that student nightlife is good or because your aunt lives nearby. Study the course options and modules and mention them in your personal statement. As a general rule, two-thirds of this should cover the course and university you’re applying for and the remaining third should be about extracurricular interests such as music or programming. Mention work experience — and don’t forget other skills such as IT, numeracy and teamwork. Be direct and persuasive. Avoid spelling mistakes and bad grammar. Get somebody reliable to proof-read your submission for you. Try to write naturally and avoid pretentious long words and jargon.
Keep it simple
Q. I am studying in Class XII and plan to do my undergraduate studies in the US. My query is regarding the requirement of social work or community service. Most of my seniors tell me that I must include it in my application if I want to have any shot at getting admission in a good college. Is this true?
— Swati Khanna A. There is no specific requirement of community service for getting admission in any international university. The admission officers appreciate any involvement with the community as it shows an alert mind and a proactive personality. Any kind of social work opportunity that occurs naturally within your neighbourhood, school or community should work fine for you. Forced work looks artificial and you won’t be able to sustain it over a period of time. It’s better to choose a cause that is close to your heart. The projects could range from something as simple as helping to clean the neighbourhood, looking after animal welfare, to working for various campaigns in the city or your school. Keep it simple. Keep it genuine.
Test for law graduates
Q. Could you please tell me something about the eligibility test that law graduates now need to take to practice in a court of law? Is it compulsory?
— Rita Tripathi The AIBE is conducted by the Bar Council of India (BCI), which regulates the legal profession and education in the country. It can be taken in nine languages at various centres across the country. The first such exam was held in March 2011. The 3 ½-hour exam consists of 100 multiple-choice questions spread across various subjects. The subjects are taken from the syllabi prescribed by the Bar Council of India for the three-year and five-year LLB programmes at Indian law schools. You are allowed to use reference books during the exam. The emphasis throughout is on assessing an advocate’s understanding of an area of law, rather than on the ability to memorise large texts or rules from different areas of law. The model question paper and preparatory material (in English and eight other languages) can be downloaded from the BCI website (www.barcouncilofindia.org) While you need to score a minimum of 40% marks to qualify this exam, there is no limitation to the number of attempts that one can take to pass this test, which will be held twice a year. Fresh law graduates and newly enrolled advocates are advised to routinely check the BCI website for updates and news.
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Course-Chat PGDM
An important factor that differentiates the education sector in this decade from the previous ones is the increased craze for management courses among students. So many courses and institutes are there that deciding about the right course is a difficult decision for management education aspirants.
Institutes worth their salt, provide programmes with distinctive specialisation(s) but by and large most of these provide regular management programmes. However, now the trend is changing. More and more institutes are beginning to offer a PGDM course. This is because the new generation is highly career oriented and wants an early start. That is why, apart from engineering, PGDM courses have become one of the most popular programmes among youngsters because of their autonomous, innovative and value-added features. A PGDM fuels the aspirants with its activity-packed semesters and produces a new breed of future management professionals/entrepreneurs. PGDM institutes now offer functional specialisation as also specific sector-oriented programmes. Students can opt for PGDM in specific sectors like retail management, international business, finance etc. All these sectors have tremendous employment opportunities. The institutions are responsive to industry needs and continuously change their curricula and syllabi to address the concerns of the corporate world and to incorporate new developments in the discipline. More importantly, they offer high value-added courses and interesting workshops to enhance the employability of the students and to brush-up their life skills. Hence the course focuses not only on academics but also on personal, as well as, professional dimensions of a student. PGDM is significant in making students job-ready immediately after graduation. Several private universities offer various industry-based programmes that give students a holistic understanding of the way in which industry operates. PGDM students have a vast number of career options to choose from such as Finance Management Experts, Corporate Strategy Planners, Sales & Marketing Managers, Business Analysts, Group Product Managers, Project Managers, Market Analysts, Financial Analysts, Operations Managers and Public Relations Executives. There are scores of opportunities in the above mentioned fields as per a student's preference and area(s) of interest. There is unprecedented competition in the job market today. Thus the need to understand consumer desires and cater to them has become the norm for existence and survival in business. Here, a PGDM course plays a pivotal role by making the students fit to face the challenges of the changing industry scenario. It encourages their creativity, enhances core capabilities and imparts specific skills. Needless to say then, a PGDM course is a hot option among management aspirants, be it a graduate straight out of the college or a working professional wanting to develop/enhance his or her managerial or entrepreneurial skills. The writer is Chairman, Jagan Institute of Management Studies
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BSc programmes
The Indian School of Business & Finance( ISBF), an affiliate center of the University of London in association with the London School of Economics & Political Science (LSE), has invited applications for its three-year full-time undergraduate honours degree
BSc. Programmes in Economics, Economics & Management and Business.
Eligibility: Students who have cleared Class XII examination conducted by CBSE/ISC and students who have completed/are completing the International Baccalaureate (IB) diploma or GSCE A-Levels. All applicants for this degree should have demonstrable proficiency in English and mathematics. Candidates seeking to register for B.Sc. Economics need to have proof of competency in mathematics (equivalent to Grade 12). For other programmes candidates should be able to demonstrate ability in mathematics (equivalent to Grade 10). Selection Procedure: Selections are made on the basis of an Entrance Exam and Personal Interview. IB students with 30 credits or more may be exempt from the Entrance Exam.
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smart strategy
The initial euphoria of getting a new job fizzles out soon if one is unable to get the desired deal. If you find yourself in this predicament then it is a clear indicator of the fact that you are not a good negotiator, because if you had negotiated hard, then you would not have landed yourself a raw deal.
"When salary negotiations start then every employer poses himself to be a bigger brand than the one for which the candidate is working. But it all depends on the candidate to bargain in such a manner that he is able to extract what he wants. If one has to compromise on one or two aspects then one should. Certain good candidates lose their job offers because they become very rigid at the time of salary negotiation", observes Sameer Gupta who is manpower provider to service sector. Salary negotiation has to be a very flexible and an open ended dialogue. The candidate should be absolutely clear and confident about the goals and priorities once the dialogue begins.
Types of negotiations at
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At the time of new job Salary: "Money makes the mare go". So salary negotiation at the time of getting a new job is most important. One should always go by the industry norms and avoid having unrealistic expectations. "One should never feel afraid of negotiating a salary. Even the interviewer expects you to negotiate. However, prepare for your salary negotiations in the same way as you do while preparing your resume, cover letter etc", observes Rashmi Sethi of Mango Solutions. Designations: It is the designation which gives starch to your work profile. It is a common concept that the higher the designation the higher the salary also. Basically, one should negotiate the designation first, and then the salary. One should never switch job on the same designation because in the long run such a shift adds negative points to your resume. One can compromise a bit on CTC but never on designation. Place of
work: Place of work usually matters a lot in organisations where the distribution channel is large. "Place of work is usually an issue in job negotiations mostly in the service sector. If you are working in a production house or manufacturing industry then one has to work at the site only. There is no choice", says Surinder Bhandari, Manager HR with Ranbaxy Labs. Organisations are now smart as they usually offer hometown to the employees or a location of his choice, like a place where one has worked before. In House Negotiations Appraisals and
promotions: "The worst thing a guy can do is to bring an offer letter from a competitor and on that basis start negotiating for a salary hike", observes M.S Venkatesh, HR head with Educomp. In short run this gimmick might be successful, but in the longer run your employer would definitely get even with you. During the annual appraisal cycle one should negotiate on the basis of his performance and the argument should always be punched with facts and figures. While negotiating for the appraisals and promotions, one should always keep the immediate supervisor in the loop and should rationalise the demand by thinking from the boss' perspective as well. One should never be vague in one's demand and should be very specific and straightforward while putting forth an argument. But one should never say that he needs a hike since he needs money. That is a bad argument. Working
conditions: Since these days most of the companies have large distribution networks, and rural penetration is the new formula for perking up sales, so at times people try and negotiate on better working conditions since the infrastructure provided to a country location would not be at par with that provided in a metro. "If the leader is negotiating for better conditions it acts as a morale booster for the entire team, since the boss will not be the only one to get benefit from it", observes Rachit Kaushal of Lucent Consulting. It is an impersonal negotiation for the benefit of the entire team. Facts to consider Personal
factors: These factors are endemic to the individual only. One should do a complete SWOT analysis before negotiating and should always play on strengths like…skill set, educational background, work experience etc relevant to the current job requirement. Industry
factors: "One should ask what is relevant. Most of the people who were asking for abnormal salary hikes during recession were simply put down. One has to take industry conditions into consideration", observes Venkatesh. One must figure out the salaries earned by people with similar backgrounds in the industry, how the recession has affected the industry, the general employment picture of the industry etc. This helps in making a just and precise demand. Company
factors: What is the current level of salary which the prospective employer is paying to its staffers? This can be gauged either from internet or through referencing by contacting some of the present employees. One should also see how the company has fared in the recent past as it helps in making the demand more realistic. Regional
factors: Salary of employees working in metros would be higher than that of those working in up-market locations. This is all because of different lifestyles and different cost of living etc. So the regional consideration should be kept in mind while making a demand. Miscellaneous
factors: Different factors like the personality of the hiring manager, urgency of position to be closed, how many candidates have applied etc can all increase or decrease your negotiating power. The Ideal way A winsome negotiation is the one in which both the parties feel positive once the negotiation is over. Use of emotions and histrionics is not advisable since they tend to put rationality in the argument on a back burner. One must think about the following points before one starts negotiating as they have a bearing on the final outcome. Goals: What is that you want out of this negotiation? Keep the other person's perspective also in mind so that the conversation reaches a logical conclusion. Alternative: If the tide of negotiations is against you, or the negotiations end in a deadlock what are the other alternatives up your sleeve. Are they good or bad? Power: Who is in an advantageous position while negotiating? Is it the employer or do you think that with your personality traits, skill set and the prevailing conditions, you would prove to be indispensable for the potential employer? Consequences: what are the consequences for you of winning or losing this conversation? What are the consequences for the prospective employer if he is not hiring you?
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The balancing ACT
Balancing work and personal life remains a constant challenge for women as they juggle a number of roles. They do get easily distracted by the long list of priorities and may find it tricky to focus on one area at times. But quality time is what it takes to resolve all the issues. It is very important to maintain work-life balance in order to defeat stress-related problems. Here are some important pointers for working women looking to achieve that perfect balance: Life-cycle vs business cycle It is vital to find some downtime to nurture other aspects of your life besides work. These may include your personal self, your family and relationships. As women we have to define how far we are willing to push ourselves before we damage the positive aspects of our lives that give us true satisfaction and joy. Only a happy and a healthy woman can make a great entrepreneur. It is my firm belief that without satisfying relationships in personal life, your relationship with work can never be fruitful. You can perform well but to be extraordinary you ought to be happy from inside and true joy comes from relationships. To maintain a balance between your work and home it is very necessary to invest yourself completely into whatever you do. Although, it’s a juggling act, the outcome is satisfying. Statistics have proved that 70% of women entrepreneurs are married. This clearly indicates that these successful businesswomen nurture their lives both financially and emotionally. Happy and healthy individuals maintain happy relationships, which, in turn, reflect in their work. Be aware of your challenges The practical implications of maintaining work-life balance can be quite a task but it is not impossible. Thus, it’s better to be aware of the challenges and prepare yourself accordingly to emerge as a winner. Work demands: Just when there is an important family function to attend, you get a call for an urgent meeting. Your work demands commitment and it takes a lot to sacrifice your personal life for it. Personal life demands: Relationships demand time and effort and to maintain them, a woman needs to balance her work life. Mantra to succeed Control your choices: Prioritise your work and be accountable for your decisions. Every time you say ‘just a minute ‘ while finishing your email and end up missing dinner with your spouse, understand that you chose to stay “plugged in” to business. Learn to say
No: Draw a line between professional and personal life. Learn to say “NO” with love and affection. Only you know what your priorities and life goals are. Evaluate what others ask you to do, and then determine your response in terms of how it interfaces with your plans. Keep your work and personal life separate. Value what you
have: Whether it’s a pat on the back or a hug, it’s necessary to express and appreciate. Relationships do not mean demanding all the time till you drain every single drop out of them. Thus keep pouring in small quantities of care and concern and everything will fall at the right place.Till today, the first thing I do on reaching home is to visit my children’s room. If they are there, I hug and chat with them without changing my clothes or doing anything. If they are not there, I look around and say a silent prayer thanking God that they are there in my life. Time
management: No matter whether you are at home or at work, a brief call to your spouse or children wouldn’t hurt. Hence make the most of every feeling and every moment. Do not let any time barrier come in between your relationships. Technology can be a
savior: While a phone makes you accessible to everyone all the time, internet is another way to keep in touch. A ping through a messenger to your loved one while sitting in a meeting can fill the communication gap. You can also keep a track of lot of things online for e.g. bank accounts, child’s homework, etc. Don’t interfere with you biological
cycle: Morning is the time to wake up and night is the time to sleep. Follow the nature’s way and experience an exponential increase in your productivity. Restoring the lost energy is a peculiar part of a healthy life. Social
significance: Meeting new people and doing new things is a necessity for every human being. So catch up with friends to maintain the bond and also to rejuvenate. Understand it’s your choice… business as usual or live your life like you mean it. Choose well. “Work hard and party harder” should be the funda to bring out the best in you. So ladies, just be aware of your challenges and never let them stop you! Trust and commit to your success! The writer is Chairperson, Mother’s Pride
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office mantra
Take imaginary bosses in any organisation. One has the knack of treading on the toes of his colleagues so thatsome sort of trouble is always brewing, while the other one keeps the office running smoothly, without facing sour faces or bitter situations. Reason? One has the knack of creating problems, rubbing others the wrong way while the other has the gift of the grace. Tact should not be equated with mere etiquette although it includes good manners and courtesy. It is a kind of extra touch which graces human behaviour. The word 'tact' is derived from the Latin “to touch”. It is a kind of sixth sense. It enables one to sense instinetively what in a given situation would create conflict or confusion so as to do and say something which will iron out differences. Positive words work miracles in a different situations. Once while inspecting a company of young soldiers Napolean shouted, "All those who look upon themselves as gentlemen, take two steps forward" and the entire company did! It is at core, a matter of having or acquiring the right and positive attitude in daytoday contacts in office as well as social life. Stretching your mind about people is the thing. It means widening your outlook to 'embrace ' an outsider. In other words, asking. yourself how would I feel if I were he? Timing is important. Right thing at the wrong time can spell disaster. If your colleague is not in the right mood then you are unlikely to get a good response. A barber’s advice is handy in this regard, “ I never shave my costmer before soaping him”. The boss may be right in ordering, “Do this” But it may antagonise the subrodinate or create resentment. A politiely worded order conciliates and makes for willingness and cooperation. Think of two things — what to say, and how to say it. Courtesy, consideration and grace are the hidden aspects of tact and these are basic human qualities.
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Industry ready
Centum U, an initiative of Centum Learning — a Bharti Associate company, has achieved 100 per cent internships for its first batch of students. Centum U, through its four campuses in New Delhi, Pune, Mohali and Hyderabad offers UG and PG programmes aimed at creating employable workforce for the country by converging professional skills with formal degrees.
Students at Centum U, acquire CCIE (Centum Certificate for Industry Employability) along with formal degrees, to be job-ready from day one. This certificate equips individuals with professional education and training, thereby addressing the macro-level challenge of manpower requirement for service sectors like Banking and Financial Services, Hospitality, Media and Entertainment, Automobile, Retail etc. Some of the leading corporates like Tech Mahindra, Park Hotels, HDFC, Bharti Airtel, ING Vysya, Reliance media works, Coca Cola, Radio Mirchi, Bharti AXA Life Insurance, NDTV Good Times, IMRB etc have offered internship projects in the field of finance, marketing and HR management.
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INDIAN JOB MARKET
Noting that companies in India are bullish on hiring plans, experts said entities are now more-focused on getting the right talent rather than recruiting in large numbers. Staffing services firm Ma Foi Randstad's MD and CEO E Balaji said India is so far insulated from the layoffs happening mostly in the developed world. "The Indian employment market is cautiously optimistic," he noted. Going by estimates, about 1.5 million new jobs are created annually in the country, which is way lower than the number of people entering the labour market every year. Global HR major Hay Group's Mayank Pande said hiring activities were still on the accelerator, with recruitments expected to grow exponentially in the retail sector. "Companies are more serious about getting the right talent... many are looking for lesser number but more impactful people," he pointed out. Unlike the trend in pre-crisis period (2007-08) when companies were ready to hire people at any cost, experts opined that many entities are now weighing various factors, including expenses before making the recruitment. Pande said sectors such as defence, hospitality, nuclear power and retail are likely to drive hiring activities in the coming years. In India, small and medium companies increase their workforce by about 10 to 15 per cent annually while large corporations augment their head count by around five per cent every year, according to estimates. In signs that global economic conditions are becoming more tough, many global corporations - spread across diverse sectors - including Cisco, Nokia, Research In Motion (RIM), Credit Suisse, and US-based Merck & Co have unveiled massive job cuts. Thousands of jobs are expected to be trimmed by various entities in the coming months, as part of aggressive cost-cutting measures. American pharma major Merck & Co last week announced plans to slash around 13,000 jobs. In recent weeks, Blackberry-maker Research In Motion said it would cut 2,000 jobs while Cisco intends to reduce its workforce by about 6,500. —
PTI
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Happiness @ work
In 1893, when Swami Vivekananda was in two minds whether to go to the Parliament of Religions in Chicago or not, his master Ramakrishna Paramhansa appeared in a vision and simply said, “Go.” Similarly, when Paramhansa Yogananda got an invitation to address the International Congress of Religious Liberals at Boston in 1920, his guru’s guru Mahavatar Babaji came to bless him with success. Encouraged by the response that their ‘The New English School’ got, Bal Gangadhar Tilak, Gopal Ganesh Agarkar and Vishnushastri Chiplunkar aspired to start two weeklies. While Namjoshi arranged for a second-hand printing machine, Tilak set up the machine as they couldn’t afford a mechanic. After printing Mahratta in English and Kesari in Marathi, Tilak and his friends would distribute copies door to door early in the morning. Bapugir Buva was about to leave for his native village in Khandesh when Shirdi Sai Baba approached him. “Give this sacred ash to Nana Chandorkar in Jamner,” he said. “But I only have money to buy a ticket to Jalgaon,” Buva said. It has all been taken care of, assured Baba. When Buva reached Jalgaon at midnight, a speedy tonga ‘sent by Nana’ took him to his destination. The sacred ash did its magic and Nana’s daughter delivered safely, but neither Buva nor Nana had any clue where the tonga came from and where it went. In the fourth century, King Chandra Gupta of the Gupta Empire abdicated the throne in favour of his younger son Samudra Gupta as he not only had mastered the arts of war, but also the arts of peace. Even while Krishna knew he alone was enough to wipe out the Kauravas, he remained unarmed and let the Pandava heroes win their battle. Rama could have gone back to Ayodhya when Bharat came to meet him as no one, not even Kaikeyi, opposed his return, but he gave Bharat the chance to rule the realm in his name. Years later, he gave Lakshman the chance to kill Indrajit. Without shaking them up, chaff cannot be separated from the grain! — Sai R. Vaidyanathan The writer can be contacted at svaidyanathan@tribunemail.com
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Fortnightly Quiz-393
1. Which two Indians have won this year's Ramon Magsaysay Award? 2. Name Pakistan's youngest and first woman Foreign Minister. 3. Which NASA space shuttle recently made its final landing at the Kennedy Space Centre, marking the end of an eventful era for the US manned spaceflight? 4. Which is the only wildlife area in India to have got five different statuses - tiger reserve, world heritage site, biosphere reserve, national park and elephant reserve? 6. What practice is followed by African countries in case of confiscated ivory to curb its illegal trade? 7. With which sport is the Tour de France race associated? 8. Where was the 2000th cricket Test match played recently? 9. Name the first English bowler to take a Test hat-trick against India. 10. Which country recently won the Copa America title for a record 15th time? — Tarun Sharma
Winners of quiz 392: The first prize by draw of lots goes to Manisha, class IX Nalanda, Vasant Valley Public School, Ladda, district Sangrur, Pin Code - 148024 Second: Sunil Kumar Verma, class VI, Government Middle School Mehli, post office Kasumpti, Shimla, Pin Code - 171009 Third: Panini Sharma, class V-C, Heritage School, Sector D, Sainik Colony, Jammu Tawi, Pin Code - 180011 Answers to quiz 392: Juba; July 11; Padmanabhaswamy temple in Thiruvananthpuram; South Korea; Wal-Mart Stores (retail giant); Tokyo, Oslo, Osaka Kobe (Japan) Paris, Zurich; Kapurthala; National Anti-Doping Agency; Harbhajan Singh; Three (1971, 2006 & 2011) Cash awards of Rs 400, 300 and 200 are given to the first, second and third prize winners, respectively. These are sent at the school address. Note: Kindly mention the pincode of your place on the letter/postcard to facilitate the delivery of the prize money. Answers can also be sent at
quiz@tribunemail.com
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Designing for interior spaces has become popular as a specialisation only in recent years. Interior architecture/design is one of the most creative and challenging design careers on offer today. It deals with the designing of spaces keeping in mind their function, aesthetics and building technology. It is a programme which addresses the cultural needs and aspirations of people regarding their habitat.
Designing for interior spaces has become popular as a specialisation only in recent years. Interior architecture/design is one of the most creative and challenging design careers on offer today. It deals with the designing of spaces keeping in mind their function, aesthetics and building technology. It is a programme which addresses the cultural needs and aspirations of people regarding their habitat.
A. Information Security and Ethical Hacking are the buzzwords in the IT industry and not without reason. In the past five years the percentage of hacking crimes, data thefts, data losses, viruses and other cyber crimes have increased exponentially. As a result, against the requirement of at least 2 lakh Information Security professionals in India barely 25% has been fulfilled.
A. The Statement of Purpose (SOP) in which you define your academic goals is a crucial element of your overall application and it should not be taken lightly. It is your chance to “sell” yourself to the admissions committee. Along with the necessary letters of recommendation, it plays a significant role in determining your admission as well as financial aid. The main points that you should dwell upon are why do you want to study a particular course? What have you already achieved and what kind of person are you?
A. The move to hold the All India Bar Examination (AIBE) to determine the eligibility of fresh law graduates to practice as lawyers in Indian courts follows a Supreme Court directive. This is applicable only to law graduates who have passed out 2009-10 onwards.
With entrepreneurial skills and excellence no longer being only a man’s domain, several women are stepping into their shoes accepting unique challenges with grace and pride, leaving no stone unturned to make their presence felt in the industry. However, in this journey on the road to success, the work-life balance continues to be a tough challenge for women entrepreneurs and other working women everywhere.
Tact is best defined as a subtle perception of the suitable things to do and say. More than that, it is a sensitive perception of the things “not” to do or
sayThis subtle and sensitive perception is vitally important in dealing with colleagues seniors as well as juniors in offices. Use of tact can lubricate relationships and the lack of it can cause conflict or confusion.
Optimism Notwithstanding the wave of layoffs worldwide triggered by tough business conditions, Indian employment market remains optimistic primarily driven by buoyant hiring prospects in the retail sector.
Firms put in a lot of effort during interviews. What use are talented and committed juniors if they don’t get to
performWhen 15th century saint Shankar Dev visited Jagannath Puri, he got a chance to hear the recital of the Srimad Bhagwat Mahapurana for the first time. Some years later, Jagdish Mishra got a copy of the epic for him that Shankar Dev translated into the local language.
5. What is the full form of NIPER?