Mumbai Daily

Friday, April 6, 2012

Get your fill of the deals and steals across the city

Kazo’s new range of
clothes boasts of solid
colours, vibrant prints evoking
shades of greens, reds
and blues. So this Spring,
flaunt the super sized bows,
high low hems, knotted
straps, small collars, pleats,
and zig zag stitches.
Walk your way into spring-summer
this year with beautiful Espadrilles
style wedges by Vanilla Moon. These
shoes with soft, jute soles are made to
make your feet feel comfortable yet look
flirtatious. Available at 8 Grand Galleria,
Phoenix Mills, Lower Parel. Price
Rs. 4000 onwards.
Esbeda brings you an
excuse to sport
colourful, bright stripes
this season with their
latest compilation of
bags from the Striped
Collection. Available
across all Esbeda
stores countywide.
Price: Rs. 1980 onwards.
This season Lacoste is paying homage to their colourful, vibrant
brand identity with a striking range of jelly sandals. Perfect for
the pool or the beach, Lacoste Sportswear’s Hermine is a classic
jelly flip-flop.
Dazzle this summer with Charles
& Keith's Eye Candy collection.
Price ranges from Rs. 3000 to
Rs. 5000.
Adorn yourself
with perfectly
cut solitaires from
Divine Solitaires
set beautifully by
Manubhai
Jewellers.

L.I.F.E. presents its new
Poetic Hues Collection in
this Spring - Summer Season.
The collection has been
inspired by the subtle textures
and the vibrant hues of
nature.
Giordano
Time wear
introduces the
season’s hottest
Chronographs that
reflect today’s
modern urban
lifestyles. It
features Genuine
316 steel Metal,
crown for winding
the watch and
setting the time.
OPIUM launches
its special Blue
line of eyewear that features
a sporty twist to your
classic aviators. Price:
Rs. 2000 onwards.
Revamp your
summer
wardrobe with the
latest collection
from Blackberrys.
Re-defining comfort,
the collection
boasts of well fit
shirts, trousers,
jackets, khakis,
knits and suits.
Available at all
Blackberrys
Stores. Price:
Rs. 1600 onwards.
Celebrate this Easter with Monginis as
they launch their special decorated
chocolate Easter eggs, Creamy Chocolate
Cakes and Pastries.
This Easter,
Manchester
United Café Bar
will transform into
a culinary paradise
with a special festive
meal. So get
ready to be spoilt
for choice with this
lavish, multi-cuisine
feast.
Following the success of Veronica – Dual
Comfort Spring Mattrezzz, Nilkamal
launches Flora Spring Mattresses adding
another brand in the
gamete of the
mattress category.
This summer, discover the splendid timeless
taste of fresh and healthy
Mediterranean cuisine in the plush, up-market
vibrant Trendz restaurant at The Lalit
Mumbai, with a distinctive international feel.
DEALS
OF THE
WEEK
Beat the heat
this season
with CamelBak
as it introduces
two of its selling
sippers: Groove
and Podium Big
Chill bottles
which helps you
to be hydrated
on the
move in
this
scorching
heat!
Add a dash of candy
colours to your shoe
wardrobe as FreeCultr’s
brings to you a whole new
collection of shoes for
Women and Men.
Available at www.freecultr.
com. Price: Rs. 1,699
onwards (men); and
Rs. 1,499 (women).
Elvy Lifestyle introduces an innovative range of Magazine Totes made up of textured
leather. So say goodbye to uncouth paper or plastic bags. This collection
is available in blue, black, tan, and brown colours. Price: Rs. 1500 onwards.

Wednesday, April 4, 2012

The Bharatiya 7:29 PM

Vacant flats: Faulty policies to blame

Vacant flats: Faulty policies to blame
This has reference to ‘A Maha loss: 37 lakh flats left vacant’ (April 3). It is a well-established fact that the rich NRIs as well as rich Indian residents are playing with the sentiments of the common middle-class people for their greed of making money illegally by blocking the vacant flats, investing their black money. It is the builder in connivance with the investor who loot the common people by offering the vacant flats at exorbitant rates. Otherwise, how come a 1-BHK flat which was available for Rs10 lakh in Borivli during 2007-2008 costs Rs50 lakh? The construction cost has not increased to that proportion. This is purely blackmailing by the builders and the authorities are just mute spectators. Why can’t the representatives of the common people frame necessary rules against such bogus registering of flats by investors? Why are the authorities not checking the ghost bookings by investors who are keeping the flats vacant for so long? I suggest that the authorities frame rules for booking flats under construction so that the genuine common people get benifitted. The authorities should bring up ways to check whether black money is being invested in buying these flats.
—Porla, Mumbai

II
The faulty policies of the government are responsible for this messy situation. Even under the proposed rental housing scheme, the government wants to provide flats on rent in the range of Rs800 to Rs1,500 per month. As for redevelopment of dilipadated buildings, a fund needs to be created and builders should have no role in the construction of these buildings. Instead, the help of National Buildings Construction Company and the Central Public Works Department should be taken. The government should not fall into the trap of earning revenues through FSI incentives as it will only benefit the builders and not the existing flat owners. The builder does not even disclose the terms and conditions of the redevelopment. The government’s greed to earn revenues through FSI incentives will only result in increasing the population of Mumbai and this is not beneficial to the stake
holders/flat owners.
—Deendayal M Lulla

Good news
This has reference to ‘Chef de mission for London Games named, finally’ (April 3). One cannot but whole-heartedly compliment the Indian Olympic Association (which has always been in the news for all wrong reasons) for appointing legendary Olympian Ajit Pal Singh as chef de mission for the London Olympics. As far as our memory goes, almost all the Indian chef de missions have been some petty sports officials, sent on all-paid foreign jaunts. The ugly infighting in the IOA between the Kalmadi and Randhir Singh factions had at least one positive outcome — the Olympic contingent will be led by a triple Olympian. That is good news, indeed.
—Chandramohan

Team Anna sees red

This has reference to ‘Team Anna sees red as HP fails to do Uttarakhand’ (April 3). Throughout Anna Hazare’s ‘direct action’ against corruption, the BJP had been playing the double game of ‘hunting with the hounds and running with the hares’. It jumped on to the bandwagon of Anna’s crusade only to embarrass the ruling party and not with any serious intention of eradicating corruption. Its real intentions became clear when it orchestrated the opposition to passing the Lok Pal bill in the Rajya Sabha by bringing innumerable amendments. In this it was in cahoots with all other parties, including the ruling Congress, to go through the motions of a democratic parliamentary debate but scuttling the bill by filibustering. The fact that the BJP is not forcing the state governments ruled by it to bring an effective Lok Ayukta in those states is clear indication of where it stands with respect to fighting corruption. It can’t fool the people anymore.
— Arun Chandra, Mumbai

3-language formula
This has reference to ‘Hindi to continue as third language’ (April 3). I, one of the victims of the 3-language formula, strongly support the proposal of State Council of Education Research and Training (SCERT) to do away with Hindi in class V. The 3-language formula was never ever implemented all over in India, and as a result, the non-Hindi speaking states suffered the extra burden of the Hindi language. I had to study Hindi for seven years till 11th standard then and could study English from only 8th standard! Imagine our plight when we opted for a science degree. Had I studied Hindi for only four years and English for seven years, I would have immensely benefitted. The importance of Hindi must be minimised and study of the state language and English, which is as good as an Indian language now, encouraged. If any language deserves to be the national language, then it is only Sanskrit and not Hindi.
—Shreeram Paranjpe

Superb analogy
This has reference to ‘Home seekers absorb three blows in two months’ (Marh 31) by Vijay Pandya. The analogy of the blows is simply superb. As a keen watcher of real estate prices and as an ex-journalist, I appreciate the forthrightness of the report. It is humorous in the overall context of how people who wield power always have their way with unrealistic policies and whose objecive on one hand is supposed to deliver benefits to a larger public, but on the other, only end up delivering blows to the ordinary tax payers. Congratulations on writing such a piece.
—S Shankar

Force One
I would like to thank Seema Kamdar for writing an article on Force One: ‘Away from spotlight, Force One is battle ready’ (April 3). The only thing I knew about Force One was that it was formed after 26/11. Your article covered the commitment and the qualities which the team is showing.
—Sushil D Birkar

Monday, March 26, 2012

The Bharatiya 9:27 AM

YOUR CITY YOUR DAY

l HEALTH
Attend a Health Education Library for People (HELP) talk on 'Personality Development At All Ages And Stages Of Life ', by Ms Ratna Khemani, where the speaker will talk about the importance of personality development at different stages of human life. Entry is free
When: Wednesday, Mar 28
Where: Health Education Library, Excelsior Business Center, National Insurance Building, ground floor, near Excelsior Cinema, Dr DN Road, CST
Timing: 3.30pm onwards
Contact: 99303 34442

l SPIRITUALITY
Spiritual healer, doctor and Master Zhi Gang Sha brings the Divine Healing Hands mission to Mumbai. He will conduct a three-day intensive soul healing workshop to create Divine Healing Hands Soul Healers. These healers will join healers from 17 other cities from across the globe to become servants of humanity and the 'divine'

When: March 30 to April 1
Where: Rangsharda Auditorium, near Lilavati Hospital, Bandra Reclamation, Bandra (West)
Contact: For more information, call 88792 20952, 74987 36393, 99208 67968 or visit www.drsha.com

Attend Part-1 of the Art of Living course and learn Sudarshan Kriya, a unique breathing technique that eliminates stress, fatigue and negative emotions such as anger, frustration, and depression, leaving you calm yet energised, focused yet relaxed
When: March 27 to April 1
Where: Community hall, Bima Nagar, Opp. Vishal Hall, Andheri (East)
Timing: 6am to 9am
Contact: 98691 46741, 98212 42184

Kaivalyadhama, recognized by the education department of Maharashtra as a special school, is organising a certificate course in Yoga Education. It will be conducted by secretary Parmanand Aggarwal and his team. The organization is also organising a pranayama sadhana shibir
When: May 1 to June 30 (certificate course); April 2 to April 14 (shibir)
Where: ICYHC Kaivalyadham, 43 Netaji Subhash Road, next to Tarapurawala fish aquarium
Timing: 10.30am to 3.30pm (course); 6.30am to 8am (shibir)
Contact: 22818417, 22886256 or email yogaupdate@gmail.com

l ADOPT
Shyla is a two-month-old female pup - cute, cuddly and furry. Indian breeds easily adjust to our weather, are less susceptible to diseases and ailments and age does not show on them easily. You also save a life when you adopt an Indian rescued pup. Besides Shyla, other males and females are available
Contact: Call 98213 27618

George is a naughty, five-week-old kitten. Like George there are many kittens up for adoption. They are all playful and kitty-litter-toilet trained. They are dewormed and healthy
Contact: 99870 85350

Hazel is a gorgeous,blue-eyed Indian mixed breed 2.5-month-old female. She has been vaccinated and dewormed. She is very friendly and a well-behaved pup looking for a loving home
Contact: Call 99209 23565

l SEMINAR
Jack Canfield, the co-originator of the Chicken Soup for the Soul series, who is affectionately known as "America's #1 Success Coach," will be in the city to deliver an intense four-hour session. He will touch upon his 64 principles of success which can help one take control of their life and become the happy successful person you know you are meant to be - without burning out

When: April 12
Where: Nehru Centre, Worli
Contact: For more information, call 98339 61898, 6171 3203

Thursday, March 15, 2012

The Bharatiya 8:55 AM

YOUR CITY YOUR DAY

l SPIRITUALITY
The Twin Hearts Meditation, created by Grandmaster Choa Kok Sui, is a non-religious, purifying, blissful half hour experience that focuses on universal love, compassion and blessing. Experience this cleansing meditation that activates the heart and crown — each focal points of emotional and divine love, respectively. This 20-minute meditation is free of charge and open to anyone aged 16 years and above. Participants have the opportunity to experience a complementary one-on-one session of healing after the meditation
When: Monday, March 19
Where: Mahalaxmi Race Course, Prabhadevi
Timing: 6pm onwards (gates open at 5.30pm)
Contact: For free passes, contact Yoga Vidya Pranic Healing Foundation of South Mumbai on 2353 3925, 3266 8488 or email phmumbai@gmail.com

Kaivalyadhama, recognised by the education department of Maharashtra as a special school, is organising a certificate course in Yoga Education. It will be conducted by secretary Parmanand Aggarwal and his team. The organization is also organising a pranayama sadhana shibir
When: May 1 to June 30 (certificate course); April 2 to April 14 (shibir)
Where: ICYHC Kaivalyadham, 43 Netaji Subhash Road, next to Tarapurawala fish aquarium
Timing: 10.30am to 3.30pm (course); 6.30am to 8am (shibir)
Contact: 22818417, 22886256 or email yogaupdate@gmail.com

l SYMPOSIUM
To inspire young women about their own leadership potential, Barnard, a premier liberal arts college for Women of Columbia University will host their fourth annual global symposium — Women Changing India 2012. The programme will include panels on social activism, entrepreneurship, and the arts. Speakers include Kiran Bedi, reformer and India’s first woman police officer; Mirai Chatterjee, director of Social Security at SEWA; Gita Sen, professor, Indian Institute of Management, Bangalore; Farah Khan, director and Shaina NC, fashion designer and politician. Attendance is free but pre-registration is mandatory
When: Friday, March 16
Where: Trident, Nariman Point
Timing: 11am to 6pm
Contact: For more information or to register, visit barnard.edu/womenchangingindia

l KIDS
The Big Umbrella preschool invites toddlers to delve into topics related to language and pre-math skills intertwined with science and practical life through “Explorers” the new programme designed to foster confidence, independence and social development. The workshop is for children aged 1.6 years and up.
Where: 79/81 Nirmal Niwas - 2, ground floor, August Kranti Marg, near Tejpal Auditorium, Gowalia Tank
Contact: Call 4368 0000 or email info@thebigumbrella.edu.in

l EXHIBITION
The National Handloom Expo 2012 presents large and diverse varieties of materials which include an exhaustive selection of wedding sarees, dress materials, furnishing fabrics and a range of casual wear, traditional and ethnic fabrics, all offered at reasonable prices. Special rebate of 20% on all purchases can be availed
When: Ongoing, till March 18
Where: Ground No 1, Bandra Reclamation, Bandra (West)

l HEALTH
Apex Hospital is organising a “Women’s Health Matters” camp offering a complete package of checkups like Blood Pressure, ECG, Lipid Profile, Blood Sugar and BMI which will be available at just Rs100. Moreover, they can also obtain free consultation from the team of gynaecologists, oncologists, orthopedician, and cardiologist. A free diet consultation will also be part of this camp. Women aged 35 and above are eligible for this camp and registration is compulsory
When: Ongoing, till March 31
Where: Apex Hospital, Vaishali Heights, Chandavarkar Road, Borivli (West)
Timing: 8.30am to 9.30am
Contact: To register, call 98203 32515, 6609 7336

Monday, March 12, 2012

The Bharatiya 12:00 AM

YOUR CITY YOUR DAY

l EVENTS
Attend a free dance performance by Bad Boys of Dance (BBD) — a fresh, new dance company comprised of the most talented and versatile young male dancers in the world. BBD dancers have performed on Broadway, featured in films, and are adored by millions on hit TV shows like Dancing with the Stars. Entry is free and on first-come first-served basis
When: Tuesday, March 13
Where: St Andrew's Auditorium, Bandra (West)
Timing: 8pm
Contact: For further details, contact mumbaipublicaffairs@state.gov

The Cantata Choir, under the baton of Olga Collaco, will present Missa San Ignacio by Domenico Zipoli S.J. and short works by well-known composers. The soloists are Natasha Collaco, (soprano) and Kersi Gazdar (tenor). The choir and soloists will be accompanied on the pianoforte by Marilynne Chhabra. Tickets available at the NCPA for Rs200 and Rs250 for public
When: Sunday, March 11
Where: Experimental Theatre, NCPA
Timing: 6.30pm
Contact: 2282 4567, 6622 3724

Ananda Cultural Centre is celebrating Tagore Utsav 2011 in commemoration of the 150th year of Kabi Guru Rabindranath Tagore. On the occasion, Nritya Manjari, a dance offering to Tagore by Smt. Anandi Ramchandran has been organised. Entry is free
When: Sunday, March 11
Where: Ravindra Natya Mandir, Prabhadevi
Timing: 11am onwards

l SYMPOSIUM
To inspire young women about their own leadership potential, Barnard, a premier liberal arts college for Women of Columbia University will host their fourth annual global symposium — Women Changing India 2012. The programme will include panels on social activism, entrepreneurship, and the arts. Speakers include Kiran Bedi, reformer and India's first woman police officer; Mirai Chatterjee, director of Social Security at SEWA; Gita Sen, professor, Indian Institute of Management, Bangalore; Farah Khan, director and Shaina NC, fashion designer and politician. Attendance is free but pre-registration is mandatory
When: Friday, March 16
Where: Trident, Nariman Point
Timing: 11am to 6pm
Contact: For more information or to register, visit barnard.edu/womenchangingindia

l KIDS
The Big Umbrella preschool invites toddlers to delve into topics related to language and pre-math skills intertwined with science and practical life through "Explorers" the new programme designed to foster confidence, independence and social development. The workshop is for children aged 1.6 years and up.
Where: 79/81 Nirmal Niwas - 2, ground floor, August Kranti Marg, near Tejpal Auditorium, Gowalia Tank
Contact: Call 4368 0000 or email info@thebigumbrella.edu.in

Attend a book reading and signing of Icky, Yucky, Mucky, a tale of the Maharaja of Ickhtarpur, who sports a king-sized moustache and lives in a perfectly messy palace and has perfectly disgusting table manners, and sets off to look for an equally disgusting bride. This will be followed by games and activities
When: Sunday, March 11
Where: Crossword Bookstore, Bandra
Timing: 11.30am to 12.30pm
l SPIRITUALITY
Attend a beginner’s session on Three-Step Rhythmic Breathing (3SRB), an ancient technique of breathing which calms the mind and brings total physical, emotional and mental health to the body-brain system. All 3SRB sessions are completely free and require no prior registration. The session will be an introduction to this ancient system of self-realisation and will include the teaching of the six refining exercises
When: Sunday, March 11
Where: Haveli temple, opposite Prateeksha (Amitabh Bachchan’s old bungalow), 10th Road, JVPD Scheme, Juhu
Timing: 9.30am to 11.30am
Contact: 93233 63632 or
visit www.3srb.org

l EXHIBITION
The National Handloom Expo 2012 is organised by Maharashtra State Handlooms Corporative Federation Ltd. (Mahatex) and sponsored by the ministry of textiles. The Expo presents large and diverse varieties of materials which include an exhaustive selection of wedding sarees, dress materials, furnishing fabrics and a range of casual wear, traditional and ethnic fabrics, all offered at reasonable prices. Special rebate of 20% on all purchases can be availed
When: Ongoing, till March 18
Where: Ground No 1, Bandra Reclamation, Bandra (West)

l CHARITY
Tamarind Tree is hosting an evening of comedy to raise fund for underprivileged school children in Maharashtra. Come and enjoy the perfect comic treat with the Schitzengiggles, Mumbai's leading standup comedy group. Watch Karan Talwar, Tanmay Bhat, Sapan Varma and Utsav Chakraborty presenting their own brand of comedy. Donor passes are priced at Rs500, Rs1,000, Rs2,000 and Rs5,000
When: Sunday, March 11
Where: The Bombay Store, PM Road, Fort
Timing: 7pm to 9.30pm
Contact: Call 8806661235 or email info@tamarindtree.org

l WORKSHOPS
Svastii Wellness Academy is holding a one-day workshop on the latest in keratin treatment and new techniques of Red Infinite colours. A team of hair specialists will be demonstrating the latest in hair technology. Registration fee is Rs5,000
When: Monday, March 19
Where: Svastii Wellness Academy, Raaj Chambers, 115 RK Paramhans Marg (Old Nagardas road), third floor, Andheri (East)
Timing: 10am to 5pm
Contact: 91677 76812, 6713 5300/1/2

Rachana Sansad and Pomegranate Workshop jointly present part-time certificate courses for adults, in fine art and art appreciation. These courses will be conduct over weekends
Contact: For more details, visit Academy of Fine Art, Rachana Sansad, 278, Shankar Ghanekar Marg, behind Ravindra Natya Mandir, Prabhadevi, or visit www.tpw.in. You can also call Akshat (98330 12484), Priya (98922 10539)

l HEALTH
Apex Hospital is organising a "Women's Health Matters" camp offering a complete package of checkups like Blood Pressure, ECG, Lipid Profile, Blood Sugar and BMI which will be available at just Rs100. Moreover, they can also obtain free consultation from the team of gynaecologists, oncologists, orthopedician, and cardiologist. A free diet consultation will also be part of this camp. Women aged 35 and above are eligible for this camp and registration is compulsory
When: Ongoing, till March 31
Where: Apex Hospital, Vaishali Heights, Chandavarkar Road, Borivili (West)
Timing: 8.30am to 9.30am
Contact: To register, call 98203 32515, 6609 7336

l CAMPUS
Usha Mittal Insitute of Technology (PG department of Computer Science) is hosting its 13th national level technical fest-cum-conference When: March 17-18
Where: Usha Mittal Insitute of Technology, SNDT, Juhu
Contact: To participate, email techtornado2012@gmail.com