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Shimmer rules OSCARs
Bollywood beauty Aishwarya Rai added some Indian glamour to the Oscars with an on-trend shimmery number at the 83rd Academy Awards where sequins dominated the red carpet. The 37-year-old actor sparkled in a bronze Giorgio Armani Prive gown with rows of amber sequins and beaded detail at the waist, while husband Abhishek Bachchan stuck to a traditional black tuxedo. The actor teamed the shimmery gown with a Jimmy Choo clutch, vintage jewellery and smoky eyes. Like Abhishek, musician AR Rahman who walked the red carpet with wife Saira, too wore a tuxedo while his partner chose a flamboyant fusion ensemble consisting of a golden sherwani and cigarette pants. Like Saira and Ash, the shimmer trend was followed by Gwnyeth Paltrow, who wore a gold Calvin Klein number and Halle Berry who stole the show in a nude sparkling number by Marchesa.
Hilary Swank's glistening silver Gucci column gave way to a romantic ostrich feather skirt, while the sparkling bodice of Mandy Moore's romantic Monique L'Hullier dress appeared to have been sprayed on. Shimmering nude was also an age-appropriate choice for 14-year-old Hailee Steinfeld, nominated for her role in True Grit, who won a Fifties-style dress by Marchesa. While Celine Dion, wore a full-sleeved silver column dress, Amy Adams added a pop of colour to the red carpet with a sequinned navy gown by L'Wren Scott, which she teamed with green accessories. Other than the sparkle, another major trend was the resurgence of the red carpet favourite, voluminous red gowns. The bustled creations worn by Anne Hathaway, Jennifer Hudson, and Sandra Bullock, were in the same traffic-stopping hue of red. Penelope Cruz too showed off her post-pregnancy bod with a sequinned red gown by L'Wren Scott. And while black remained a popular choice, with famously eccentric British star Helena Bonham Carter opting for it, there were some surprises from Cate Blanchett who wore a lavender Givenchy Haute Couture gown with yellow embellishment, and an unusual purple-burgundy hue seen on both Natalie Portman, in Rodarte, and Scarlett Johansson in Dolce and Gabbana. PTI
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This time, Rahman misses the golden lady
On second thoughts, it's not just the storyline but also the background score of 127 Hours that takes us through the movie. So, when Aron Ralstone (James Franco) begins his journey to the Blue John Canyon, the beats in the background are like from the Punk rock music. When he is unable to get out of the boulder trap on day 2, the music mellows down. From the beginning to the end, when Aron is amputating his arm, AR Rahman's music seems like telling the story on its own. It was for these attributes of his music that his fans expected a repeat of Slumdog Millionaire. But on Monday, they too woke up to the news of Rahman missing the 'golden lady' this time. Here's what his colleagues from Bollywood have to say on it. Tough choice
It was going to be a tough call between the background scores of The Social Network and 127 Hours and I always knew that well. Music of the The Social Network had a cutting edge. It's difficult to choose between the two. Rahman losing out on the Oscar is disappointing, but we shouldn't forget that he alone is representing the Indian commercial music in Hollywood. I am hopeful that Rahman will make a comeback next year. Ehsaan Noorani, singer Motivating force
Abhijeet Sawant, singer Celebrate his success
Vasundhara Das, actor Rahman overrated
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Big on
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What drew you to Ganga Ki Dheej? I am open to all sorts of roles. However, my decisions are influenced by the script; I found the script of Ganga Ki Dheej very powerful. It is based on various rituals and customs laid down for girls by the society. Why small screen? I like it because I can do a whole lot of things that are different. There is a crossover between films and television in India. So, I got the chance to work with actors like Kabir Bedi, whose work I have always admired. What is your role in the soap? I play a character Maha Mai. It is a different role in which nobody can raise a question to Maha Mai, as they run the risk of being ousted from the village. You have been a part of the television industry for long, how has the journey been? It has been wonderful. I have worked in Annu Ki Ho Gayee Waah Bhai Waah, Saat Phere, Uttaran, Itihaas, Jabb Love Hua, Kesar, Mamta, Mann Ki Awaaz Pratigya and Is this is your first show with the Flying Turtle Films and Harry Baweja Productions? Yes, this is my first show with them. Dharam Pal |
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Monica Bedi begins new innings in Nepal Thirteen years after she acted in her last film of note, Tirchhi Topiwale, Monica Bedi, better known as the companion of jailed mafia don Abu Salem, has begun a new innings in Nepal, acting in a new film that could be the mirror image of her own aspirations. The 36-year-old, whose glamorous looks survived her long ordeal in the past when the Indian government sought her extradition from Portugal along with Salem, and her subsequent stay in prison for passport forgery, starts shooting in a Nepali film, Parichay, directed by Mumbai-based director Akash Pandey. On Saturday, soon after she flew into Kathmandu and dumped her baggage in a hotel in Thamel, the prime tourist hub in the Nepali capital, Monica was followed by the paparazzi to an ethnic restaurant in the Lazimpat area where she went to savour Nepali food and culture. Monica, whose links with the underworld have remained the subject of unquenched speculation, looked unaware of the gangster history of the area as she smilingly posed for photographers in dark skintight trousers topped by a dark Reebok jacket over a jazzy T-shirt, boots and a pair of large sunglasses. While refusing to comment on the fake passport charge that landed her in prison in India, Monica was, however, happy to talk about the new celluloid venture that has cast her opposite Nikhil Upreti, Nepal's action hero who last year left the Nepali film industry to carve out a niche in Bollywood. Much of the shooting will be done in idyllic tourist town Pokhara, where earlier Govinda, Priyanka Chopra and decades ago Dev Anand and Zeenat Aman had flocked to shoot their new films. In Parichay, Monica plays a girl from a middle-class family who works in an office but is driven by dogged ambition to become a film star. It could be the true life story of the girl who was born in a village in Punjab and then taken, as a babe in arms, to Norway by her parents. But at 18, she spurned the staid and respectable life of her parents, who ran a garments store, to return to India to seek adventure and her fortune in Mumbai's tinsel town. Being made in Nepali and believed to have the investment of non-resident Nepalis, Parichay unfolds after Monica meets Nikhil at a dance bar and the two fall in love and marry, only to be parted by her unbridled ambition. Years later, when both have carved out their own identities they meet again, leading to a twist in the plot. The rest of the film will also be shot in India and Thailand. IANS
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Bollywood singer Sonu Nigam, who returns as the judge for a music reality show after a gap of six years, was initially apprehensive about the upcoming show X-Factor as he does not believe in manipulating reactions and situations to garner TRPs. "I was apprehensive about it because I don't trust music shows. They came to me three months back and I had said no. I feel they all go through the TRP route where they manipulate reactions and situations. Music is too pure for me and I don't want to dilute it," Sonu said. "Initially I thought X-Factor would be like that too. But I realised that the team of Sony channel is into making this the biggest extravaganza on television. My consent is proof enough of my faith in the format," Sonu said. The 37-year-old singer was the judge for two seasons of Indian Idol. Recently, he also judged children's singing reality shows Little Champs and Chhote Ustaad. "I did not do any adult music shows because I thought there was lot of manipulation. I don't see myself fitting into all this. I have had offers but I refused," Sonu said." Sonu, who had disagreements with co-judge Anu Malik during Indian Idol, said he did not mind such things. "I am open to disagreements... I have ensured that shows that I did were free of negativity. I wanted Little Champs to be free of quarrels, it had the highest TRPs," he said. Sonu, who shot to fame after hosting Sa Re Ga Ma in 1995, says the singing contest belongs to a different era from X-Factor. About X-Factor, Sonu said, "The show promises to do something that is never done before in the field of music. Singers will be in the age group of 16 to 90 years. There will be couples, group singers and solo singers competing." Filmmaker Sanjay Leela Bhansali and music composer Salim Merchant are the two other judges for the show, to be hosted by singer-anchor Aditya Narayan. PTI
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Kate buys $ 6.4 million mansion Hollywood beauty Kate Hudson, who has long been in a dilemma about shifting her base, has reportedly bought a home in the UK capital worth $ 6.4 million.The Bride Wars star, who is expecting her first baby with Muse frontman Matt Bellamy, insisted that she wanted to spend half of her time in London, her boyfriend's homeland. "I have a feeling I'll probably be spending a lot more time here. I don't know about full moves but a half move probably. I love it here but we both travel so much. I'll be around, wandering the streets!" said Hudson. The couple has purchased the property located in north London which would be a 'great place' to raise a family."Kate is ready to put down roots in the UK. She is in the process of filling out visa forms that will enable her to live in England with Matt for at least six months of the year," a source said. "Kate looks at the UK as a great place to raise a family. She sees herself living and working from London for the long haul," the source added. PTI
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At 43, Madhuri still casts a spell You can't be in showbiz and not be visible - but that doesn't apply to Madhuri Dixit. If she ruled the box office in her prime, the soaring TRPs of Jhalak Dikhhla Jaa now prove she is equally saleable when she is a mother of two and spends much of her time being a homemaker in the US. "We had been trying to get Madhuri as a judge for the past two seasons. She has been known as a dancing diva and who better could we have got for a show which is all about perfect dancing," Ajay Bhalwankar, programming head, Sony, said. "She has added a lot of freshness to the show and she is an extremely honest judge. In all our four seasons, this season has been the highest TRP earner, thanks to Madhuri," he added. Madhuri's India sojourn is coming to an end with the Jhalak... finale set to take place in the first week of March. But her stay has proved that the graceful actor's charm hasn't faded even after 25 years, marriage and a sabbatical. Ever since she set foot again in India in November last year, she has been hogging the limelight. IANS
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Renee Zellweger signs Bridget Jones III
Hollywood star Renee Zellweger has signed up the third film in the Bridget Jones series after being assured that she won't have to pile on the pounds.The follow-up to Bridget Jones's Diary and Bridget Jones: The Edge of Reason, which tells the story of wine-loving 30-something singleton who eventually finds love, has been discussed for some time.
Now that the 41-year-old actor has been told she will not have to gain weight like she did in the first two, she has agreed to be on board. "Renee had no reservations about saying yes once she found out she wouldn't have to get fat. She hated having to do that in the last two films," said a source. Besides Zellweger reprising her role as Bridget, Oscar winner Colin Firth and Hugh Grant, who play her love interests Mark Darcy and Daniel Cleaver respectively, are also set to sign up and scriptwriters are planning a big twist between the three main characters. "Colin is really keen on a third film. He thinks it will be a great flick to get his teeth into after all the success with The King's Speech, as it's so different. He's getting very excited about the idea of marriage and kids in the script now all the characters are older," the source added.
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Expanding social web
via mobiles
The symbiotic relationship between mobile phones, social media and 'us' is just getting bigger and better. Electromagnetic rays from mobile phones damage the brain, but all this and a lot more on technology hampering health haven't helped much. In fact according to a study report by Analysys Mason, the number of mobile social network users in India is expected to reach around 72 million by 2014; driven by reduced costs of smart phones and the launch of 3G services. The number of online social networking sites' users in India has grown by 43 per cent to approximately 33 million unique users as on July 2010. Research talk l
More than 65 million users access Facebook through mobile-based devices. l
In August 2010, Facebook has become the top social networking site in India and has around 45 per cent penetration among Indian mobile users l
According to Twitter, 40 per cent of Twitter updates are done through mobile phones. This clearly shows how well social networking and cell phones go together. Wonder
why? Does data makes you wonder the relationship between mobile phones and social media? Ranjit Yadav, country head, Samsung mobiles, opines that the social web is catching up in India at an exponential rate. "This trend shows no signs of slowing down. India is one of the most dynamic places to be in the social web space right now; there's so much momentum here, as people are using social networking sites to voice their opinions on a variety of issues with their friends and family. Samsung too sees a huge opportunity for people to have rich experiences on their devices through social networking." The company is expected to launch Samsung Ch@t 322 and Samsung S3353 that makes social networking fun with one touch to FB, Twitter, Linkedin, Myspace etc. Via mobile Undoubtedly, mobiles are the tool for social networking and the number is just increasing. Added social networking features on mobiles are helping on this front too. Says Sapna Chawla, engineering student, who claims that she can almost fit the world in her mobile, "With 3G services coming, expect that our dependence on mobile for social networking will only grow." jasmine@tribunemail.com |
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Geek SPEAK
Zinc-carbon batteries These batteries are the least expensive primary batteries and most preferred for low-drain devices. They can be used in remote controls, LED flashlights, toys or transistor radios, where the power drain is not too heavy. Alkaline batteries These batteries are primary and produce the same voltage of 1.5 volts, but have a higher energy density as well as a longer shelf life. Primary batteries provide more current for a longer period of time than a single discharge cycle of an equivalent secondary battery. Secondary batteries Rechargeable batteries are secondary batteries. They are designed to survive 100-1,000 recharge cycles, depending on combined materials. Secondary batteries are more cost-effective over time when compared to primary batteries, as they are rechargeable. Battery handling and maintenance l
Do not attempt to recharge primary batteries. They are not designed for recharging. l
Be careful of the polarity while loading a battery. Reverse polarity may cause damage to the equipment (especially cheap gadgets). l
When recharging secondary batteries, use a charging device that is approved for that type of battery. Using an approved charging device can prevent overcharging or overheating. Many chargers have special circuits built into them for correctly charging specific types of batteries and will not work properly with other types. l
Do not attempt to repair a worn-out or damaged battery. Keep all gadgets away from any leaked batteries to prevent damage. l
Do not allow direct bodily contact with leaked and open battery components. Acidic or alkaline material can cause skin irritation or burns. Materials such as mercury or cadmium are toxic (in some countries batteries containing mercury or cadmium are banned). l
Do not lick a 9-V battery to see if it is charged. You will of course be able to determine whether or not the battery is charged, but such a test may result in a burn. l
Do not dispose of batteries in fire. The metallic components of the battery will not burn and may explode, or release toxic fumes. l
Do not carry batteries in your pocket. Coins, keys, or other metal objects can short circuit a battery, which can cause extreme heat, acid leakage, or an explosion. l
Store batteries in a cool, dry place (do not store batteries in a freezer). This helps extend their shelf life. Refrigerators are a convenient location. Before using the batteries again, clean them with a dry cloth and let them come to room temperature. l
When storing a battery-powered device for a long period, remove the batteries from the device to prevent leakage. l
Use a marking pen to indicate on the battery casing the day and year that the battery was purchased. This way batteries don't get mixed up. l
Do not mix batteries from different manufacturers, even small differences in voltage, current, and capacity between brands, can reduce battery life. l
Do not use batteries in high temperatures that are more than 45 to 50 degree C, unless the battery is designed for that temperature range. amitpalsinghgrewal@gmail.com |
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Lesser-known mobile applications
If you thought you had packed your world in a single mobile phone, how about giving it a second thought? How well do you know this world, as in your mobile phone and how much have you explored it we take a quick look at some mobile applications and bring the ones that you probably don't seem to know too well, or are not used regularly. These applications are in the mobile as part of added features. Mobile anti-virus There are some excellent softwares that safeguard the mobile phones from viruses, but how do you get it updated, forget about exploring the latest ones. BitDefender. NetQin mobile application for Nokia, BullGaurd, AirSanner, Zebra Virus cleaner for Windows mobile, how often have you explored any of these? Transliteration Now, this one is all about different types of international languages, which help the customer to learn or teach some of the common, useful phrases through the mobile. So, when you are travelling to unknown places, this application is very useful. Video chat Nineteen to dozen about connecting with the world, sharing ideas and thoughts with friends, video chat is one tool that facilitates communication, but it isn't used much. iVisit Mobile lets you video conference directly from your mobile phone so you can stay in touch with friends and family or attend meetings on the go. Through this you can share your surroundings and talk face-to-face from anywhere, using your mobile phone. iVisit Mobile lets you transmit and receive live video from your mobile phone to show friends and family where you are or attend a business meeting without being tethered to your desk. iVisit mobiles feature multiparty video-conferencing with up to 8 users, push-to-talk audio calls, instant messaging, and GPS location-based services. Other softwares like iWall, Movavi 3GB video convertor, et al also work as interactive entertainment. Heard about them? Universal remote It is an interesting feature for mobile phone with which you can download interface and act as remote control for any device. It works in simple manner: l Take a mobile phone with a touch screen l Add the interfaces for various remotes inside the phone l Add the possibility to download additional interfaces l Make the phone transmit different signals based on different interfaces More features in mobile phones are added to make certain things simpler, the catch lies in exploring. (The writer is a documentary filmmaker) vermad77@gmail.com
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Pedestrian detection system for cars Swedish car manufacturer Volvo has developed a new pedestrian detection system which it says can bring a car to a halt automatically whenever someone steps out in front of it. The "support function", which works by using radar and camera technology to watch out for vehicles and pedestrians ahead of the car, is designed to save lives on urban streets, said the company. The system kicks in at speeds of up to 35kmph,although the technology "is active at all speeds", according to Volvo. In case a collision is imminent, the system sends an audio warning to alert the driver, and if there is no response the car is immediately brought to an emergency stop.However, the technology that "is active at all speeds" doesn't work at night or in poor weather. But Volvo pointed out that "it is always the driver that is responsible for driving safely". Fourteen per cent of all those killed in car accidents in Europe are pedestrians; this figure stands at 11 per cent in the US. Volvo estimates that its detection system would reduce the number of pedestrians killed by more than 20 per cent, while the number of those seriously injured would fall by almost 30 per cent. In a further 30 per cent of incidents, a collision would be entirely avoided, Volvo said. The collision warning system is also programmed to react if the vehicle in front is at a standstill or is moving in the same direction. The system is an optional extra in the Volvo XC60, S60 and V60. PTI
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Honda Siel Cars India, launched the new Honda Accord with striking new looks and new features to give a breathtaking driving experience.The new Accord has more style, more comfort and more sophistication than ever before. A bold and aggressive look and striking interiors will make it the most commanding premium sedan on Indian roads. On the exterior, the new Chrome accentuated front grille, rear chrome garnish and new front bumper adds to the charm of the Accord. The Sunroof now comes as standard across the Accord range which gives the car an impressive panoramic feeling making it look brighter and larger. Addition of Steering mounted cruise control system helps one to cruise at the desired speed to ensure comfort and convenience for the customer with one-touch operation and ORVM with turn indicators makes it more stylish and enhances the looks of the car. The inside wooden panel makes it look even more exquisite. Honda Accord is equipped with Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA) to assist the driver in maintaining control during cornering, acceleration and sudden maneuvers by applying braking to the right or left hand wheels as necessary and modulating the engine torque output as required. The 2.4L Accord comes with 5-speed Manual Transmission and 5-speed Automatic transmission with Paddle shift, to give the exhilarating experience of F-1 racing. The Automatic Transmission has Shift Holding System which avoids unnecessary gear shifting on winding roads and helps in hassle free drive. Price of the Honda Accord:- Accord 2.4 MT Rs.19.60 lac, Accord 2.4 at Rs.20.36 lac, Accord 3.5 V6 - Rs.25.41 lac. TNS
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Yes Memsahib
How does it feel to be an IAS officer's wife? Ask Suchita Malik or even better read her book Memsahib's Chronicle: A story of Grit and Glamour, sequel to her first book Indian Memsahib- The untold story of a bureaucrat. "I have divided my sequel into two episodes. The story is a mixture of lives of officers and their wives," she says. About the book "People are very fascinated by the lives of civil servants. They think that we are a privileged lot and for us everything comes served on a platter. But people see only the outward glamour. It is like watching cinematography. You get to see the bright side of the picture. No one is interested to see the grind behind those grand scenes," she says. She feels that while writing a novel, the subject chosen should be such about which you have comprehensive knowledge. " Khushwant Singh once told me that the subject of a novel should be something with which you are familiar with. I have been an IAS officer's wife for the past 25 years. So, I decided to use this as my storyline. I wanted to give readers a peep into a bureaucrats world and enable them to see for themselves the compromises we have to make on the career and individual front." Journey until now "I started my career with teaching English Literature. Later on, I started writing columns in newspapers. It was then when I thought of writing a book. Even though, I was new to the publishing field still it was not very difficult for me. After finishing my manuscript I found a publisher. But I had to wait for a long time to see my work in a hardbound copy. Moreover, this is my personal achievement not that of a memsahib," says Suchita. Future endeavors Is there going to be another sequel to Memsahib's Chronicle? "I have not decided what my next topic would be. I might pick up a subject of general interest. But one thing is for sure, I won't stop writing," she says.
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Spade work
The Chandigarh Rose Festival is over. Now, the focus of gardeners is at Springfest which is to be held this week at Panchkula. I had the pleasure of interacting with some of the participants of Rose Festival. They were curious to know the reason for not getting a prize. I shared it with them and want to do so with you too.
It is important to know the technical points about various exhibits besides the aesthetic beauty and presentation. Take for example the gladiolus; the participants should be careful in carrying the spikes as the florets are very delicate. They may get injured. The length of the spikes and the number of florets matters and so does its straightness. The spikes should be about two-third open and the florets should have orientation in the same direction. The new colour and introduction can earn you extra points and of course, the presentation, as perfect display attracts judges. In case of antirrhinums and stocks, the exhibit blooms should not have seeded pods at the base. The stick should be sturdy and straight. There should not be gaps in blooms. It is important to give the exhibits supporting foliage. In exhibits like lupins, dahlia, sweet peas and roses etc. good foliage gives you an edge. In case of small stemmed plants like pansy there is normally sagging of blooms if the display is not proper. You can stuff it with other foliage to keep it in position. Make sure the blooms face the judges at the time of judgement. In case of lupins see that the stalk is straight and fresh and should not have visible seedpods at the base. Now, you can get stalks in different colours. In case of dahlia, the bloom should be two-third open with opening centre. The fully opened bloom may not get you as much marks unless it is a new type and introduction. The exhibition type, pompom and single type blooms are now judged in separate categories. In case of sweet peas, the freshness and quality is the main consideration. Now, we see many specimens with variegated blooms too. These are different from routine and earn you extra points. Make sure you display as many sticks as specified in the brochure lest you should be disqualified. In case of roses, the blooms should not have blemished petals. It should be a half-opened bud with sturdy long stem and free from disease and insects supporting foliage. In case of carnations, do not only look at the bloom from above but see the base too. It should not have ruptured (split) calyx (the cup that holds bloom petals) satishnarula@yahoo.co.in Myth of the week Myth: Dye the blooms in unusual colours like green or blue (as is mostly done in case of gladiolus and orchids) will get you a prize in the show. It is never so. The judges have a very sharp eye. They can identify such spiciness from a distance. You may even be disqualified.
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A special inaugural discount of 10% has also been announced on the complete range. Speaking on first anniversary of Zaira India, Manoj Jain, CEO, said, "We are over-whelmed with the response in India. We set out with an aim to match up to the expectations of our valued customers and adding more than 50,000 customers to brand loyalty is a milestone in our success. I would like to thank all our valued customers for bestowing their trust in us and we hope to take this relationship with India forward in a bigger and better way in the months to come." TNS Haute pick
Right click Olympus Stylus Tough 8010 comes in three colors - blue, silver and black. It is a little on the heavier side because of all metal protection around it. Olympus Stylus Tough 8010 also features the Olympus Tap Control. You can tap on the sides, back, bottom and top of the camera for accessing the shooting and playback modes. Specifications:
LCD screen size 2.7-inch Optical zoom 5X Digital zoom 5X Interchangeable lens Autofocus Focal length 5-25 mm Camera resolution 14 megapixel Video format MPEG-4, HD video 720p
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A study has revealed that parents who give their children food to quieten them down could be setting them up for a lifetime of weight problems. The research conducted for British weight loss group Slimming World suggested that the widely used tactic can lead to a bad diet in adulthood, low self-esteem, comfort-eating and eating disorders, while it will also teach children to use food as a "source of solace" which fills an emotional void, reports the Age. ANI
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For all budding singers of the country, Rahman is the ideal. He is my inspiration as well. Getting nominations in two categories is in itself a big achievement. Winning an Oscar is just an affirmation of how much your talent is appreciated by people all around the world. I am not disappointed at all. In fact, Rahman has made a permanent place for himself in Hollywood as well. 
I believe that the music of 127 Hours was as fresh as that of Slumdog Millionaire. Rahman is already a winner because he won two nominations this year. In fact, I was confident that he would be able to win another golden lady this time. The background score as well as his track, If I Rise, were exceptional in their own categories and we must celebrate his contribution to the international music scenario.
I knew he would not win an Oscar this time because the composition was not all that great. He won two for Slumdog Millionaire only because of hype. In fact, Jai ho is not even among his best compositions in India. Rahman is overrated and there are far better music directors in the country. The only difference is that they never marketed themselves outside India.
Pratima Kazmi started her career in 1997 with an English film Sixth Happiness. She has played many positives roles, but in the tinsel town she is known for her negative roles. Her strength is her powerful dialogue delivery and a husky voice. After doing many movies and television serials, the actor is now working in a show Ganga Ki Dheej, which has been produced by Harry Baweja. Pratima Kazmi is now Pratima Kanan after her marriage. Pratima talks to Lifestyle about her role in Ganga Ki Dheej.
Primary batteries are designed to last, but any attempt to recharge them can cause serious damage to man and machine. This can be due to electrolyte leakage on to the battery charger or overheating, which can cause an explosion.
The UK-based jewellery brand Zaira India has launched an exclusive diamond collection for men that include a complete range of belts, cufflinks, watches, rings, bracelets, pendants and tiepins.
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