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Flying high
Usha Albuquerque If you have an interest in aircraft and are interested in a legal career, then you can be cleared for take-off with a career in aviation law
What it means
The world’s aviation industry is primarily regulated by rules and laws formulated by the procedure of international treaties and conventions necessitated due to the nature of air travel. And while the International Civil Aviation Organisation provides general rules and mediates to an extent regarding aviation law in the international arena, each country has its own laws and regulations for airlines, aircraft and the related facilities. The government of India has enacted several laws and regulations covering different aspects of aviation dealing with all aspects of aviation from air worthiness of aircraft and air traffic services to air safety, manufacture, import and export of aircraft and licensing for airlines companies. Aviation law is that branch of law that concerns flight, air travel, and associated legal and business concerns.
Work
These lawyers represent the interests of their clients in court, provide legal advice when legal matters arise, and are involved in the establishment of policy for the organisation. Civil cases can include product liability suits, or suits to recover damages related to plane and helicopter crashes, and cases against airlines and private operators. Airlines being sued after an accident usually have aviation lawyers to represent them in court. Aviation lawyers can also handle criminal cases where defendants, such as airlines companies are accused of criminal activity such as failure to follow regulations and are fined and penalised in a criminal court. In many cases aviation lawyers handle aircraft finance particularly those involving purchase of aircraft. High value moveable assets such as aircraft often need to be purchased via asset finance, as the aircraft itself, along with the money it generates, is used as security against a loan. There are a number of ways in which this can be arranged, and assessing the best set-up for each client, as well as setting up and carrying out the transaction, is part of the work of an aviation lawyer. One of the biggest issues surrounding the financing of aircraft is related to how a financier can obtain security over something that is mobile. Lawyers have to consider the best way to structure the transaction so as to minimise the risk and maintain the value of the asset even though it may be registered in one location and operating in another, while the owner's business is registered in yet another jurisdiction. Lawyers also need to think about the best place to register an aircraft and its security, because it is usually the laws of that country or state that govern recognition of ownership and mortgage interests in an aircraft and its operational and maintenance requirements. Some aviation lawyers work within the legal department of airlines companies, aviation manufacturers, charter companies, and so forth. Other aviation lawyers work independently, or with firms that specialise in aviation matters and disaster-related law, primarily representing people who wish to sue members of the aviation industry, relating to air crashes, accidents and other personal injury cases.
Getting in
Most aviation lawyers have moved into this field through work experience in the aviation sector, as there are hardly any courses for specialistion in aviation law. However NALSAR, Hyderabad, has taken the lead by setting up a Centre for Air and Space Law and offering a two-year master’s degree in Aviation Law and Air Transport Management, and a one-year PG Diploma in Aviation Law and Air Transport Management. NALSAR has tie ups with several prestigious international universities such as the University of Western Ontario, Canada; King’s College, UK; University of Warwick, UK; University of Illinois, USA; Freiburg University, Germany; Maastricht University, The Netherlands and University of Lucerne, Switzerland, as well as global aviation training institutes thus providing a global acceptance of this programme and
subsequently enhanced global placements in the aviation industry. The programme is open to graduates from any discipline but would be most beneficial to those already in this sector, or those lawyers or management graduates who wish to move into a highly lucrative and promising new field of law. The Indian Academy of International Law and Diplomacy with teaching staff which consists of the faculty members of Delhi University, Jawaharlal Nehru University, officers of the Legal and Treaties Division of Ministry of External Affairs and other experts, has also introduced six-month certificate courses in Law of Air Transport and Aviation Liability and Private International Law. Several other law institutes, too, are likely to introduce this specialisation programme in the near future. As aviation technology develops, so does the complexity of the systems which support it, including the legal and legislative framework. Today there are many well established legal firms in India with aviation expertise. These include Rajinder Narain & Co., Luthra & Luthra, Seth Dua & Associates, Bhasin & Co and many others that advise clients on aircraft purchase contracts, aircraft financing transactions, as well as aviation disputes, and also handle defence, aerospace and aviation projects practice, and advise on defence procurement and other related matters. As more and more airlines seek to enter new markets and expansion of airline companies, there will be increasing opportunities for well-trained professionals to man the modern aviation industry. — The writer is Director, Careers Smart Pvt Ltd., New Delhi
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Career Hotline
Security concerns
Q. I am interested in working as a guard. Can you tell me a little bit about the profession and the job prospects? —
Yogesh Kumar A. With the growing threat of terrorism and crime, security officers/ guards are being increasingly called upon to protect their employer’s investment, enforce laws on the property and deter criminal activity. Security guards, both male and female, are employed by the security agencies for the security of housing societies, offices, commercial complexes, hotels, auditoriums and even government establishments. With the mushrooming of security agencies across the country security personnel are much in demand. Your duties as a guard may be either ‘stationery’ manning the entry of a large multiplex, bar, bank etc or on ‘patrol’ where you will be in-charge of a specific geographic zone like the parking lot of a mall. In both cases you must be prepared to stay on your feet for long hours and always remain on high alert. Apart from the stipulated height, weight and chest size requirements you must be in peak physical condition. Depending on how techno savvy you are you may also be stationed at a guard desk inside a building to monitor electronic security and surveillance devices. Most of the security agencies are run by ex-army or police officers. You can browse through the local yellow pages to locate agencies that you would like to apply to. As far as the remuneration is concerned, if you are from a non-defence or police background then you will have to settle for a somewhat while those of you who are adept at handling firearms get a relatively more handsome package. However, there is one little glitch that you need to watch out for. Most guards are asked to carry their own licensed firearm. A 12-bore gun is usually priced at ~25-35,000 and getting the licence itself can take quite a while. This is just half the story. Surveys reveal that most license holders have no idea how to use the weapon. For this the current training provided is woefully lacking especially when it comes to handling emergency situations.
What job options will I have after a degree in physics?
A. Physics is concerned with the study of the universe from the smallest to the largest scale, why it is the way it is and how it works. This knowledge is basic to scientific progress. Besides working in labs, Physicists are involved in designing and producing new instruments — from satellites to measure the properties of planetary atmospheres to record-breaking intense magnetic fields to study condensed matter. In fact, many of our modern conveniences are directly based on the understanding provided by physics. Many techniques used in medical imaging are derived directly from physics instrumentation. Even the World Wide Web was a spin off from the information processing and communications requirement of high-energy particle physics. As you must have gathered by now, mathematics is the language of physics. Indeed formulating physical theories sometimes requires the development of new mathematical structures. Although physics is a fundamental science it’s also a very practical subject. While the course demands a good level of mathematical competence, the key requirement here is the ability to formulate a problem in mathematical terms and then extract the physical consequences from the solution. As a Physicist, you can pursue an enormous variety of careers. Many physicists opt for higher degrees with eventual careers in research labs or universities. The number of PhD students is steadily rising thanks to the generous scholarships and JRFs now offered. Growth areas that may have a big impact are nanotechnology, quantum computing and molecular biophysics. Besides an MSc, you can even pursue an MTech in nuclear physics and nanoscience for instance. The field of medicine requires radiological physicists (which can be pursued at BARC). What’s more, physicists are also employed in the armed forces, especially in the Air Force and Navy. But you don’t have to end up becoming a physicist. Physics gives you a robust logical skeptical mind, which is perfect for any kind of business pursuit. Physicists are in demand in almost all professions, but especially those requiring numerical problem solving ability (IT, finance, technical consultancy, etc).
What are the career prospects in pharma?
A. India’s pharmaceutical industry is the fourth largest after US, Japan and Europe, and the 13th largest in terms of value. Jobs in the pharmaceutical industry range from those in sales and marketing to pharmaco-vigilance to high-end research and development. Pharmacy graduates are appointed by the government as Drug Inspectors and Drug Analysts. Hospitals also hire consultant pharmacists to advise physicians on the precise dosage, schedules and possible side effects of various drugs. Apart from the drug-manufacturing industry, pharmacists are also employed in the chemical industry and food and drug control organisations. A large number of pharma graduates and diploma holders go on to become medical sales representatives. Yet others go on to specialise in clinical research and bioinformatics. Teaching is yet another option after a Master's degree (MPharm). And of course if you’re enterprising, you can open your own chemist shop or even go into manufacture of drugs or cosmetics. The latter is growing at an even faster rate as compared to pharma. A career in pharma and healthcare gives you an opportunity to touch the lives of the poor in rural areas by making affordable medicines in the Indian and as well as global context. Email your queries to careers@tribunemail.com
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Indian project wins Ibsen Scholarship
At the same time the project has great value in the way that it involves local communities in theatre work, and thus contributes to creating new awareness of their situation socially and culturally. The director of the project Sankar Chindavalap Venkatesvaran presented an inventive and artistically superb version of When We Dead Awaken at the 2012 Delhi Ibsen Festival. The scholarship is of a total of Euro 39.115. The International Ibsen Scholarships was initiated by the Norwegian Government in 2007. The total amount awarded under the Scholarship programme is NOK 1.000.000. The scholarships are awarded for innovative projects in the field of drama and performing arts and projects that act as incentives for critical discourse in regards to existential and society-related subject matters concerning Henrik Ibsen. Awarded
Manav Rachna Educational Institutions has been felicitated with Asia’s Most Promising Brand & Leader Award in Dubai for its contribution in the field of education. An initiative by World Consulting and Research Corporation (WCRC) and ibrands 360 research, Asia’s Most Promising Brands is the largest multi-platform brand credibility project involving the most promising brands and leaders from various Asian countries. Prashant Bhalla, Senior Vice-President, Manav Rachna Vidyantriksha, was awarded with excellence in leadership for education category.
Talent support exam
FIITJEE, will hold its annual Talent Support Exam on September 22. Students securing a Rank in Top 300 in the FIITJEE Talent Support Exam will get a certificate of achievement and will also get online doubt removal support to help them in their preparation for IIT-JEE, 2014 without joining FIITJEE. The exam will be held in over 50 centres across several cities in the country. The last date for paper application registration is September 17, 2013, while the same for online registration is September 19, 2013.
Details and information about the registration process, test schedule, details of syllabi and the Intensive Contact Programme are available at http://ftse.fiitjee.com/. Results will be declared on 27th September, 2013 and be available on http://ftse.fiitjee.com
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HPU Admissions
Himachal Pradesh University is inviting applications for admission to M.Phil., L.L.M. and Diploma in G.I.S. (Entrance based)/ PG Diplomas in Clinical Psychology, Environmental Psychology and Organisational Psychology (Merit based) courses for the session 2013-2014. M.Phil (Chemistry, Botany, Zoology, Pol. Sc., Psychology, History, English, Commerce, Physical Education, Per. Arts, Physics, Maths, Bio-tech., Hindi, Sanskrit, Economics, Geography, Public Admn., Sociology and Education)/L.L.M.
Eligibility: Admission for M.Phil. Courses including LL.M./ Advanced Diploma in GIS will be made on the basis of merit of Entrance Test. Admission for P.G. Diplomas in Clinical Psychology, Environmental Psychology and Organisational Psychology on the basis of merit of marks obtained in the qualifying exam. Other details/ information regarding admission, date of counselling/ Interview, etc. are available in the Prospectus. How to apply:
The detailed prospectus can be purchased from the university for Rs 160 or can be got through post by making a DD for Rs 200 in favour of Finance Officer H.P. University, Shimla-5. Deadline:
September 9, 2013 Check out: www.hpuniv.nic.in
Psychology courses
The Indian Institute of Psychology affiliated to the Mewar University is offering two-year full-time Master’s in Applied Psychology and Ph D in psychology. The programmes are targeted at aspirants with high potential for success in counseling, teaching industry. Eligibility:
Bachelor’s degree in any discipline with at least 50 per cent marks. For PhD the candidates should have scored a minimum of 55 per cent aggregate marks in MA. How to apply:
The institute’s brochure and application form can be obtained from the center. Deadline:
September 20, 2013. Check out: www.iip.ac.in.
Dual degree in applied management
IEC Group of Institution, Greater Noida, has announced admission to its new dual degree Master's in Applied Management (MAM) programme for 2013-18 batch. It is a five-year full-time programme which leads to a Bachelor's degree in management (BM) in 3 years or 4 years in Bachelor's degree in Applied Management (BAM) and Master's Degree in Applied Management (MAM) in five years. It is a flexible and integrated programme which will allow students to major in operations or design in the MAM programme and any business major they choose. Eligibility:
Admissions to the course will be based on scores at the Common Aptitude Test. However, the admissions in 2013-2014 will be on the basis of marks obtained in Class XII with minimum 50 per cent in any stream (science/ commerce/arts) through a separate merit list. There are equal distributions of seats for every stream. How to apply:
Admission can be obtained by filing application form of IEC group of institutions by paying a nominal fee of Rs 200 can be submitted in cash or demand draft in favour of “ Finance Officer, IEC Group of Institutions” payable at Greater Noida/New Delhi. The application form can be downloaded from http://iec.edu.in Application form can be downloaded from our website or can be obtained from corporate office at New Delhi or Greater Noida. Deadline:
September 10, 2013 Checkout: www.iec.edu.in
IT courses
Sheffield Hallam University has announces its November 2013 intake. for IT courses. This intake is open for three computing courses following the September admission that includes MSc Information Technology Professional, MSc Database Professional, MSc Enterprise Systems Professional. The course:
The above courses will include an industrial expertise module for the students that will facilitate a better work experience by assigning them into groups to undertake a project for an external client and thereby undergo varied phases of work environment as a professional in the IT Industry. As part of this module, students will be asked to apply their learning to a real world situation through the help of their experience and understanding. How to apply:
The application form for the November 2013 intake can be obtained from Sheffield Hallam University’s South Asia office in Delhi on 0112370 6239/40/41 or by emailing india@shu.ac.uk. Deadline:
October 15.
Virtual learning courses
XLRI, Jamshedpur is inviting applications for admission to Business and Human Resource Management Certification course under Virtual Interactive Learning (VIL) programmes. These programmes are offered in technical association with Hughes Communication India Ltd and Reliance World (HCIL and RW). There are 150 classroom centers across the country. The VIL arm of XLRI offers a portfolio of compact programmes over a 12-month duration across different functional areas of management. Besides, Business Management and Human Resource Management, other courses offered are on Logistics and Supply Chain Management, Retail Management and Sales and Marketing Management. The course entails approximately 300 hrs of virtual classroom sessions, including five days of compulsory campus classes for teaching, evaluation etc. In a year the VIL program has two rounds of applications for each of its five certificate courses. After successful completion of the programme students are awarded with a ‘Postgraduate Certificate’. Eligibility:
The VIL applicants should be graduates with at least two years of work experience after graduation. Selection criteria:
The candidates are shortlisted through interviews which are conducted across the country. Deadline:
September 22, 2013. Check out: www.xlri.ac.in
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Field in focus: pet careers Do you love the cuddly comfort of pets? Can you feel the love of animals and understand their language? Well, if this is the case then you can translate your passion into a promising profession where you can care for and nurture animals. There is a broad spectrum of career options ranging from being a vet to a dog walker. Here are some of the career pathways that you can choose from: Veterinary Sciences
Skill set Where one can work Zoological parks and forest reserves are also an option. As a zoo veterinarian you will be responsible for monitoring the daily health and well-being of zoo animals. Education and Research
Where you can work Here, you can get job as chief executive officer, scientist, and farm manager. Animal Breeding With a renewed focus on protecting animals from extinction, many private companies engaged in healthcare aspects of animal and human beings have come up. Armed with an MSc. in animal genetics and breeding, you can also work as an animal breeder on livestock and poultry farms of NGO and private companies engaged in animal research. There is lack of skilled animal breeders in the area of livestock genetic improvement. Pet care
You can also provide overnight coverage. While you may need a college degree in biology or animal science to work in a zoo or aquarium, you need only a passion for animals to work in a kennel, shelter or animal hospital as an animal attendant. Attendants feed, water and bathe animals, and disinfect and repair their habitats. They also socialise with animals, giving them attention and observing behavioral changes that could cause injury or illness. Trainers and groomers Rajesh Sharma who has been running a Dog Training Institute at Ambala for the past 35 years says, “Dog training requires passion and patience. Ideally the training should start when the pup is 6 weeks old, but by the time the owner brings the dog to us it is already 4- 5 months old and the habits it has formed cannot be undone. The training is provided in the presence of the owner at his premises itself. Dogs are very sensitive and learn very fast. Dog training though a niche sector has a lot of potential both in the domestic sector as household pets and training them for the police. The same is true when it comes to training aquatic animals like dolphins that perform at aquariums and the horses that race for fortune and fame. You might not require a formal certification for these jobs, all you need is a heart that cares for animals. Pet groomers help keep pets looking their best by providing regular services, including bathing, combing, shearing and nail-cutting. As a pet groomer, you can work out of your own home, travel to a client's home, or work in a shop or a mobile grooming van. A day in the work life of a groomer might include seeing eight to 10 dogs a day. Animal protection and outreach
Today, with a lot of emphasis being laid by environmentalists, you can find shelters run by dedicated people who help abandoned or injured animals. Similarly, wildlife professionals work to ensure that the endangered animals get protection. These same organisations often employ outreach personnel to teach the general public about various animals and their habitats. Entrepreneurship Perhaps you have a unique mix of skills and interests that, combined with your love for animals, could turn into a successful business. Pet store owners function much like other small business owners. The main difference is that their daily tasks center around pets. If you choose this career path, you should be prepared to interact with people and act as a responsible business owner. You may need to keep track of your store’s finances and inventory, oversee employees, promote your business and ensure customer satisfaction.
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Scholarship roundup
Total two fellowships are available for four to twelve months. It is tenable at foreign institutions /R&D Centres of excellence. The students of India can apply for the fellowships. Application should be submitted till 1st October, 2013. Eligibility: Regular Scientists of CSIR with high academic qualifications (Post graduate and PhD in engineering) and research experience, presently working in high priority areas, which have completed minimum five years of service in CSIR on the last date for receipt of the applications. The applicant must have made the commendable contribution to research / innovation in the proposed area, which should be of international level. The fellowship should not be sought for training or to carry out tests, etc. using facilities in the host institute. The RRF must be sought to further enhance the skills/capability. The candidate should not be more than 45 years of age as on Nov 1, 2013. Number of award(s):
Two Duration: Four to 12 months. Details: International air fare to & fro by cheapest Economy class
How to apply: By post. Deadline: October 1, 2013. Check out: http://rdpp.csir.res.in/csir_acsir/Home.aspx
Chevening Scholarships for Postgraduate Students
Foreign and Commonwealth Office (FCO) and partner organisations offer Chevening scholarships for PG students. The programme provides full or part funding for full-time courses at postgraduate level, normally a one-year master’s degree in any subject and at any UK university. Chevening Scholarships are the UK government’s global scholarship programme, funded by the FCO and partner organisations. National merit-based competitions in 118 countries are run each year and Scholarships are awarded to outstanding established or emerging leaders to pursue one-year master’s degrees in any subject and at any UK university. Initial application is facilitated via the eChevening online system. Eligibility:
Applicants must:
Details: Chevening Scholarships cover tuition fees, a living allowance at a set rate (for one individual), an economy class return airfare to the UK and additional grants to cover essential expenditure. Some Scholarships cover part of the cost of studying in the UK; for example, tuition fees only or allowances only. Duration:
One year. How to apply: To apply for one of the four positions available (Eligibility Reviewer, Academic Specialist, Regional Specialist, Lay Committee Member), please send a CV with covering letter outlining each of the following:
Deadline: November 8, 2013 Check out: www.chevening.org/apply/application_evaluators
Clarendon Scholarships at Oxford University
The Clarendon Fund offers over 100 full scholarships every year to academically excellent graduate students from all around the world. Clarendon Scholarships are awarded on the basis of academic excellence and potential across all degree-bearing subjects at the graduate level at the University of Oxford. The scholarships cover tuition and college fees as well as a generous grant for living expenses. Course level:
All degree-bearing courses at the graduate level. This encompasses all full-time and part-time master’s courses (MSt, MSc, BCL/MJur, MBA, MFE, MPhil, BPhil, MSc by Research, MTh, MPP) and all DPhil programmes. A list of all the graduate courses offered by the University of Oxford. Eligibility:
-Outstanding academic merit and potential. Candidates applying to start a new graduate course at Oxford are eligible. This includes students who are currently studying for a master’s degree at Oxford but who will be re-applying for a DPhil (you would be eligible for funding for the DPhil). Details:
All Clarendon Scholarships cover tuition and college fees in full and a generous grant for living expenses.
How to apply: Applicants do not need to submit any additional documents specifically for the Clarendon Scholarships and there is no separate scholarship application form. Deadline:
September 13, 2013. Check out: www.clarendon.ox.ac.uk
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Beat visa hassles with advance placement
Terry University in Atlanta, that launched its India programme earlier this month is authorized by the state of Georgia with a mission to help students from India study in the US after they finish some credits online, in India. Prof Arun Nagpal, Associate Professor, Department of Physics, who is the university's coordinator for India affairs talks about a faster and cost-effective way to get into a US university. Excerpts: How can advanced placement help students to get into a US university? If you are an early bird, you can get credits from a US university as early as in your Class XI and XII in India. This is called an advanced placement. A university in the United States offers you an online course work of first year programme while sitting in India, finishing your high school. And as you complete your high school, you also complete about 10 to 15 credits of course load of a total of 20 to 30 credits of first year in a US University. Normally, a student pays Rs 20 to 25 lakh in their first year for tutoring and living expenses at a university in the US and this way you just pay Rs 5 to 10 lakh. So you end up earning these credits dirt cheap, paying only a fraction of what you would have paid in the US. You also graduate early, almost a year earlier than others do. And the best thing you have is a passport to the F 1 student visa since you have a good US university's credits in your pocket. Moreover, as you have completed a full course work in General English and Arithmetic's (elementary level) you may not have to sit for a TOEFL/IELTS or SAT/ACT for a placement to a scholarship or honor's program in a US University. Which are the courses offered by Terry University that can help students to face less visa hassles? Terry University offers credit courses in General Education and Business for not only high school students but for those interested in pursuing a certificate,a diploma or a degree programme. A student starts accumulating credits the moment he/she enrols in a program of his choice. It is best to complete at least first 10 credits in general education that includes General English, reading, writing and arithmetic, online, that prepares students in case they need visa for the qualifying tests. It also offers inexpensive advanced credits that students may need to get a US degree. Ideally, before coming to the US students can have up to 15 credits, and remaining 10 to 15 credits, depending upon the programme they are enroled in, can be had at the university's campus. — TNS
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Office mantra: how to quit the habit of making excuses D. C. Sharma Making excuses is one ‘sin’ that almost each one of us has committed at some point of time to come out of a sticky situation or to cover up our failures. Harmless as it may seem in the beginning to blame the traffic, rain or a flat tyre for getting late for work or missing a meeting, if kept unchecked it can develop into a serious behavioural malfunction wherein one starts using an excuse at the drop of a hat. This becomes like an addiction wherein a person doesn’t want to ever take responsibility for committing a mistake or missing a deadline. The initial kick of getting one’s way with just a little smart talk often makes one fall completely into this trap of making excuses and soon it becomes a habit — a habit that can be deadly. Such ‘excuse-makers’ can be very irritating, especially in the workplace. They are not trusted by their colleagues and superiors and also hamper the smooth progress of work. Those who have fallen into this trap should make an extra effort to quit this habit before it ruins their careers and reputation. Here are some pointers that can guide you to quit this “addictive” behaviour pattern.
So travel that extra mile in proving to yourself and to those around you that you always deliver the results in time rather than just passing the buck. Also believe that you are not an excuse maker. And you will win! The writer is a Kangra-based psychologist and career consultant
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Courting creativity
What if creativity was something that could be taught? What if practical thinking, not divine inspiration, was the key to innovation? And what if a career as an innovator — or even an inventor — was only five simple steps away? That's exactly the message of Systematic Inventive Thinking (SIT), the groundbreaking technique at the forefront of an innovation revolution sweeping through businesses worldwide. Thinking inside the box with SIT gives the most practical, innovative and exciting results. The authors of Inside The Box helped create and refine SIT. Global, industry-leading companies like Apple, Procter & Gamble and Twitter have used the fundamental principles behind this simple, powerful creativity tool to devise innovative new products which redefined their markets. Now, through the five memorable, easy-to-learn techniques, you can teach yourself how to think inside the box for creative, down-to-earth solutions. The book uses practical methods to take the mystery out of innovation and provides a roadmap for getting real results. Yoga punch for workplace It is a well-established fact yoga reduces stress and increases the body's flexibility and strength. But the physical aspects barely scratch the surface of yoga's transformative powers. The poses are only one part of a larger philosophy offering profound insights for confronting the complexities of daily life. Yoga can help one remain centered, compassionate, positive, and sane every hour of the day-especially those between nine and five. This guide show how practicing the full range of yogic concepts - the traditional "Eight Limbs of Yoga" — leads to a productive, creative, and energising work environment and creatures examples from professions like law enforcement, teaching, banking, filmmaking, medicine, and many more. But beyond that, this book is an invitation to use all of yoga’s teachings to cultivate the spark of the diving that dwells within each of us.
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After his father King Sindhula and uncle Munja, Bhoja ascended the throne of Dhara in the 11th century. One morning, he saw a learned Brahmin shutting his eyes as he passed by him. Enraged at being treated like a commoner, Bhoja demanded an answer from the Brahmin. “Generosity is the greatest trait of a glorious king. As you don’t have it, you are a miser. I shut my eyes as it is inauspicious to see a miser at the start of the day.” After that, Bhoja not only invited talented persons to his court but also showered them with gifts. As her father had lost all his savings in a bad investment and Warsaw offered no place for higher studies for its women, double Nobel Prize winner Marie Curie had no hope of studying beyond secondary school. So she gave tuitions and worked as a governess for three years till her sister Bronya reached a position to sponsor Marie’s higher education. One day, the station wagon that Loke Wan Tho, a Chinese businessman and bird photographer, was riding in went bad in the middle of the jungle. He and his companion Birdman of India Salim Ali had a hard time push-starting it. So when Loke Wan returned home in 1945, he sent Salim a cheque to buy a station wagon. After being educated by his father sage Bharadwaja, Drona learnt the science of arms from sage Agnivesha and got celestial weapons’ training from the great Parashurama. But he too had to seek employment with the Kurus at Hastinapur so that his family could lead a normal life. Even sage Agastya, who was as wise as all the other sages put together, defeated Asura King Ilvala to procure resources with which he could take care of his wife and son. One day, social reformer Ishwar Chandra Vidyasagar got a letter from Michael Madhusudan Dutt, a young poet living in France, asking for financial aid. As he had only saved Rs 2,000, he borrowed Rs 6,000 to send to the starving poet’s family. Later, Michael went on to revolutionise the face of Bengali poetry. Paramhans Yogananda saw a building in a vision. Guided by his inner voice, he spotted it on top of Mount Washington in Los Angeles. Even though it was for sale, he didn’t have any money. An American woman, whose husband the yogi had healed, and a student, who “unexpectedly” received some money, came to his aid. With cash, lure those who hardly work to work hard. — Sai R. Vaidyanathan The writer can be contacted at svaidyanathan@tribunemail.com
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What employers want
Additionally, hiring managers said they are more likely to hire a candidate with whom they have something in common. Employers also said they are likely to hire a candidate who is physically fit, on top of current affairs, involved in social media or knowledgeable about sports, according to the study conducted by CareerBuilder. “When you’re looking for a job, the key is selling your personal brand,” said Rosemary Haefner, vice president of human resources at CareerBuilder. “Employers are not only looking for people who are professionally qualified for the position, but also someone who is going to fit in at the office,” Haefner said. The research was based on the responses of more than 2,000 hiring mangers and HR professionals, BusinessNewsDaily reported. One-third of the employers surveyed also said they are more likely to promote employees who have asked for a promotion in the past. Additionally, hiring managers said there are several ways workers can hurt their chances of receiving a promotion. For example, 71 per cent of hiring managers said workers who say “That’s not my job” will not get a promotion. Some other common mistakes that hurt employees' chances of a promotion include being late to work, lying, taking credit for other people’s work and leaving work early.
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IIM offers 3-day Executive Education Programme in Luxury Business Indian Institute of Management, Bangalore, announces a three-day Executive Education Program in Luxury Business. Titled ‘Strategic Management of Luxury Business: Managing Luxury Products and Services – from Concept to Consumer’, the program me is targeted at entrepreneurs and CEOs of new luxury businesses, GMs/profit center managers of international luxury businesses, designers looking to create luxury brands, managers of luxury franchise businesses, suppliers of products/ services to international luxury businesses, marketing managers of luxury brands, and advertising agency executives of luxury brands. Starting from September 9, the programme involves three days of classroom workshops, exposure to various case studies and work-based assessment. Prof. S Raghunath, Corporate Strategy & Policy and Dean (Admin) IIMB, says, “By providing the opportunity to enrol for this programme IIMB hopes that we can open more doors for senior managers and entrepreneurs in the luxury brand markets. It will also help in showcasing luxury products and services from our culture to global markets.”
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Fortnightly quiz 446
2. Name the massive new transport aircraft, capable of lifting tanks, inducted by the Indian Air Force (IAF) recently. 3. Which Indian hockey legend’s birth anniversary is celebrated as National Sports Day? 4. In which garden in Srinagar is renowned international music maestro Zubin Mehta set to perform on September 7? 5. In which city was North India’s first 7D theatre set up recently? 6. In which country is the Fukushima nuclear plant situated? 7. How many Indians have so far signed up for the one –way trip to Mars as part of the ‘Mars One’ project to establish a colony on the Red Planet in the next 10 years? 8. Who was recently awarded the Khel
Ratna award? 9. Which country has won the coveted Maulana Abul Kalam Azad Trophy (MAKA)
for the year 2010-11? 10. Which country won the Ashes recently? Winners of quiz 445:
The first prize by draw of lots goes to Nayan Kumar; Class IX-C; Gurukul School near Kurukshetra University, Kaithal Road, Kurukshetra (Haryana); Pin Code — 136119 Second:
Adhiyyan Kapulia; Class VI-C; St. Joseph Convent School; Pathankot; Pin Code — 145001 Third:
Anamika; Class XII-B; Kendriya Vidyalaya Sector 31; Chandigarh Pin Code — 160030 Answers to quiz 445:
INS Vikrant; INS Sindhurakshak; Lakshmi; Raghuram G Rajan; Kurukshetra University; Maria Sharapova; Ten; Yelena Isinbayeva; Li Dan; PV Sindhu 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 Name……………….…………...................... — Tarun Sharma
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The recent collaboration of Jet Airways with Etihad Airways of the United Arab Emirates made headlines. So did the entry of Air Asia, a Malaysian airline owned by an Indian from Malaysia, bringing, as it did, cheap flights into India. With fast growth in the aviation sector and the commercialisation of space technologies there is today a growing need for professionals to handle the legal implications of such high-value transactions. All deals or contracts between airlines, or aircrafts companies, or regulations relating to air space, flights across countries, air accidents or aircrafts laws are part of what is an increasingly growing field of law — aviation law.
Q. I am interested in working as a guard. Can you tell me a little bit about the profession and the job prospects? —
Yogesh Kumar
The recent collaboration of Jet Airways with Etihad Airways of the United Arab Emirates made headlines. So did the entry of Air Asia, a Malaysian airline owned by an Indian from Malaysia, bringing, as it did, cheap flights into India. With fast growth in the aviation sector and the commercialisation of space technologies there is today a growing need for professionals to handle the legal implications of such high-value transactions. All deals or contracts between airlines, or aircrafts companies, or regulations relating to air space, flights across countries, air accidents or aircrafts laws are part of what is an increasingly growing field of law — aviation law.
As aviation laws cover many different areas, lawyers specialising in this area can represent aircraft manufacturers, airline companies, consumers, pilots, government aviation department, and other people involved in the aviation industry in both civil and criminal cases. 
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I am in my first year of BSc Physics. Could you please tell me what job options I will have after completing graduation, and even Master’s in this area? How important is mathematics in pursuing a career in this field? Is the work only about research?
— Tarun Chopra 
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I am a student of B Pharma. What are the career prospects in this field after I graduate?
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Esha Verma 
The Indian Theatre Roots and Wings based in Kerala has been awarded Ibsen scholarship for its initiative of using Brand and Peer Gynt as a stepping stone for a forum theatre project Tribal Ibsen Project involving indigenous communities in Kerala. According to the jury the project shows great inventiveness both in its interpretation of the two plays and the way they thematise identities and conflicts between traditional and modern societies.
A veterinarian, or a vet, is a physician for animals and a practitioner of veterinary medicine. Most vets look after dogs, cats, or other domesticated animals, while some treat wild animals, too, like the big cats and other animals kept in a zoo. Some veterinarians specialise in the care of livestock too.
Those going in for a PG degree in animal genetics and breeding can apply for the post of assistant professor in the faculty of veterinary, animal science, agriculture and fisheries and for the post of scientist in various animal, veterinary and fisheries institutions.
In this time crunched world, pet sitters would come to your rescue when you need to go out for a vacation or your odd working hours do not allow you to take care of your pet. Generally, pet sitting when an owner is away includes feeding the pet, providing water and giving the
pet attention up to twice a day for approximately an hour each time.
CSIR institute is inviting applications for the award of Raman Research Fellowships during 2014-2015. The fellowships are granted to the CSIR researchers for carrying out research in the emerging / high priority areas.
Is it tough to get a student's visa to the US? Most of us think it is, especially from India where tons of students have their ambitions tied to global placements after their study. F1 study visa should not be difficult if you get admission in a US university.
In this material world, money — most often than not — gets the last word. As wealth moves life’s wheels, it is unwise to expect great things from a growling stomach and an empty pocket.
Tickling the funny bone of your interviewer may land you the job! Job candidates with a sense of humour are more likely to be hired, a new study has found. The research also found that when two equally qualified candidates were compared, those who were involved in their community and those who were better dressed were more likely to get a job.
1. Name India’s first dedicated spacecraft for defence applications that was launched from Kourou in French Guyana recently.
