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The sound of courage
Twenty-three-year old Kanika is an inspiration to all those people who lose hope due to many problems. Though Kanika is hearing impaired and has speech problems, she hasn't let her shortcomings affect her confidence. She is the winner of Miss India Deaf and Dumb 2011 contest and was in Chandigarh on Sunday to walk the ramp for Sound of Silence, a fashion show organised for the cause of hearing impaired. |
DESIGNER CAUSE: (L-R) Niket &
Jainee, Gaurav J Gupta and Abhijeet
Photo: Pradeep Tewari |
Speak simple, speak real
Hello people, boys and girls, stay hooked, we'd play for ya the best songs, best music. All ya young fellas, you listening to….. Eek! There is something definitely gone wrong with the RJ here! It's the lingo. It might sound very stylish, hip and happening to some, but would you want to hear your RJ vomit so many slangs in a single show? Or you would prefer they talk they way you do.
Successful strides
Sharhaan Singh who is better recognised as Sid from 'Uttaran', the famous TV serial of Colors channel, is all set to enter the Bollywood industry. Born and brought up in Patiala, Sharhaan is a post graduate in theatre and television from the Punjabi University. We catch up with him to know more about our own Punjab da
munda.
Pongal treat
If the recent trip to South India still has you craving for some Rasam and South Indian filter coffee,
Sundaram, a speciality South Indian restaurant in Sector 26, will make Pongal more special for you.
Says S Sundaram, owner of the restaurant, “Considering that our 10th anniversary and the festival of Pongal begins tomorrow, we will have special offers running at our Mohali and Sector 26 outlets for our customers.” |
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stress buster
Family fun
Now that the holiday season is over and children are getting back to their schools and colleges the signs of stress slowly start building up in this generation. From the Bogeyman for little kids to the boogies of SAT’s and college bound kids, stress
affects children of all generations. It is up to the parents to provide buffers for their children’s stress and the first thing they can do to help their child manage stress is to build a strong Family Unit.
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Regional ware
North East Crafts Bazaar 2012 on at Crafts Bazar Sector 34 Exhibition Ground (opposite Furniture market) brings rich handloom and handicrafts from
Manipur, Meghalaya, Tripura, Nagaland, Mizoram, Arunachal Pradesh and Sikkim. Assam Muga silk
saree, mulberry silk saree, endi (eri) chaddar, Naga shawls, Gamocha, Laishingphee and many items of cane and bamboo are the mainstay of the exhibition.
Photo: Nitin Mittal |
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Art affair
Shuchi Garga’s love for tradition Indian motifs reflects in her paintings. Taking inspiration from coins, she has transferred them on to the canvas.
“My work depicts our rich heritage from our ancient civilization. I have picked up themes from coins and given them new treatment in my paintings,” says Shuchi who is holding an exhibition at her home in Panchkula.
Shuchi Garga Photo: Nitin Mittal |
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Work out to gain more
Here's the ultimate motivation for regular exercising - apart from helping you stay fit, workouts can also boost your pay packet, a new study has claimed.
Researchers at Cleveland State University have carried out the study and found that jogging, swimming or even lifting weights in the gym at least three times a week could increase one's income by up to nine per cent.
Shawl show
Kullu Fest on at Lajpat Rai Bhawan-15 brings many craft persons from various parts of the Himachal Pradesh to display and sell their handloom products. The products on display are Kullu woolen shawls, Kinouri shawls, pure pashmina shawls, Angora shawls and stoles, yak wool stoles and shawls and gents
lohie.
Hrithik’s ambitious project
Hrithik Roshan starrer Krrish 3 is the most ambitious project for the father-son duo till date. Hrithik talks about it.
Big B misses the charm of ballroom dancing
“Statured elegance”, “gentle guidance” and “a picture of support to the woman in your arms” — megastar Amitabh Bachchan rues that the charm and elegance of ballroom dancing has “vanished”.
Jolie’s directorial debut
Actress Angelina Jolie, who is gearing up for the release of her directorial debut In the Land of Blood and Honey says she underwent an emotional breakdown during filming the movie.
Fortunate Farhan
Actor-director Farhan Akhtar, who will be seen essaying the role of legendary athlete Milkha Singh, says he is fortunate to play the role of the `Flying Sikh’. “I am fortunate enough to play an iconic person (Milkha) on screen. I will be forcing him to accept that I am playing his role.
Gaga’s ‘Little Monster’ gift to Beyonce’s baby
Singer Lady Gaga has gifted Beyonce Knowles’ newborn girl a special baby suit, with the words “Little Monster” encrusted on it. “Little Monster”, the nickname Gaga uses for her fans, is encrusted in pink diamante, on the dress. According to friends, Gaga included a note instructing the baby, Blue Ivy Carter, to wear it to her first Lady Gaga concert.
PUN‘JAB’
Sandeep Joshi |
CAR STORY: This collapsible model is suitable for Indian roads. |
Calling quits
Beautiful lady Kavita Kaushik became a household name with her character Chandramukhi Chautala from SAB TV's FIR. With her Haryanvi accent and versatility, she made Chandramukhi quite popular. But after six years of playing a cop in the sitcom, Kavita has decided to quit. We caught up with Kavita to know the reasons.
CHATTER BOX
ASTRO TURF
THE YEAR AHEAD
Celebs crave for….
Bollywood celebrities are required to stay super fit and slim. They are human and have their share of cravings. Here is a list of their dietary weaknesses. |
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Shazahn Padamsee
I love cheese in burgers, pizzas, and I love fondue. I love sea food too at Gajalee. |
Deepika Padukone
I love eating brownies and I make them well too. I can eat anything I want and still stay slim. I love South Indian food and it is pretty healthy. |
Kareena Kapoor
I love pizza with extra cheese and I love Swiss chocolates. I monitor it all by eating salad before pizza and indulging in sweets occasionally. |
Vidya
Balan
I love Indian street food. I am in love with pav bhaji, pani puri, ragda patties and chai. |
Ranbir
Kapoor
I love the paranthas and all the food you get in the gullies of Delhi. I ate over there with Imtiaz Ali. He knows the best places. |
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