New Lunch - Micromax Superfone A50 @ Rs 4,999

New Lunch - Micromax Superfone A50 @ Rs 4,999

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Miromax has annouced the released of its Micromax Superfone A50 which they call Superfone Ninja. It is one  of its kind. An androind phone which features A.I.S.H.A an interactive speech recognition application that lets you use your phone without even indulging into it! Send messages, make calls, update your status, tweet and more – All through your voice!.

The phone comes with Android 2.3(Gingerbread) OS, a 2MP Camera, 650 MHz Processor and a 7.9 CM Touchscreen. It also carries a one year manufacturer's warranty.

It comes with  3G(HSDPA 7.2Mbps, HSUPA 5.76Mbps), supports both GPRS and 3G technology, Micro SD slot which supports up to 32G, a GPS support, a Standard battery, Li-Ion 1200 mAh and so many more features. All for just Rs 4,999.

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World Book Day - April 23rd

World Book Day

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April 23rd-

Today marks World Book Day. A day which started in 2005 has continued to be celebrated worldwide till today. The theme for this year is termed : "Book and Translation". This coincidentally  tallies 80th anniversary of the Index Translationum. An organization which provides a tool for monitoring translation around the world.

    2.5 million free books are expected to be donated with several thousands of towns and cities around the US and beyond participating in the 2nd annual World Book Night, 23rd April.

    Also UNESCO plans to celebrate this years World Book Day by organizing a debate. This is all done to increase and inculcate more reading habits in the world most especially in the youths where reading habit is in the decline.

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Ageing and health - World Health Day 2012

Ageing and health - World Health Day 2012

        

Stay fit Through regular exercises

        Today 7th April marks the World health day 2012 with a Theme: Ageing and Health. Good and healthy life style not only help us live longer in life but also help decrease the rate and spontaneity of ageing process so we can stay fit all through life. Its so amazing and wonderful to see very old men and woman with wrinkle skin and complete gray hair still healthy and kicking strong, this is all about good health practices. Ageing is not only about the outer appearance, but even the inside. The need to stay fit cannot be over emphasized, so we need to watch what we it, take regular excersises, take a lot of water and have lots of rest especially after a hard day of work, regular health checkup. avoid bad habits such as smoking and intake of alcohol.

This Year's Overview

Regular health checkup

Will you be happy to stay in old peoples homes at your old age?
         This year the world health organization takes a fresh look at health data on ageing to help us better understand what older people need. Sections include key points, the demographics of ageing and the epidemiology of population ageing. The document also outlines four key actions that governments and societies can take now for healthier and more active ageing.
    You can download the health brief and overview here

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SBI Clerk Recruitment Process 2012

SBI Clerk Recruitment Process 2012: The State Bank of India has commence the process of increase its work force with over 9500 job opening.It has modified its earlier advertisement by increasing the number of vacancies and postponing the exams day.
        The vacancies include; 8500 clerk asisstants, including the previously advertised 3100 posts,  1000 stenographers, of which 900 is English and 100 is Hindi.
       The vacancy is opened to;
      1. Age to be : 18 - 28 years, as on 1.12.2011 [+3 yrs for OBC, +5 yrs for SC/ST]
      2. Must have secured 60% aggregate marks in std.XII diploma (after 10th)
      3. Pass in any degree, as on Dec 1, 2011
      4. Apart from knowledge of local language, you must be able to write speak english fluently because you
     will have to involve in marketing cross sell products services. 

Procedure of selection
    The selection will be bassed on a written exams whis is basically an objective type examination. The subjects will cover:
      1. Eglish
      2. Quantitative Aptitude.
      4. General Awareness.
      5. Reasoning.
      6. Marketing Aptitude and Computers.
     
      Interested candidates are to apply online for the posts, on or before 26-03-2012 through SBI website www.statebankofindia.com or www.sbi.co.in. After submission of online application, candidates are advised to take print of application and retain it for further use.

Instructions for Online Application:
1. Get photograph and signature scanned
2. Log on to www.statebankofindia.com or www.sbi.co.in
3. Select the Online Application link.
4. Fill all marked details in the application form.
5. If payment of Fee is made online, enter fee payment details along with all other details.
6. If payment of Fee is made offline, Challan must be downloaded after submission of application for fee payment.
7. Upload scanned photograph and submit the application.
8. Take print of Application form for further use.
 

Modes of Payment: Payment of Fee Online:
Log on to www.statebankofindia.com or www.sbi.co.in. Select the Online Payment Gateway and fill the particulars of fee payment. Pay the fee amount using Master/Visa Credit/Debit card or by using Internet Banking facility.Take print and retain the e-receipt generated after completion of Online Transaction.

Payment of Fee Offline:

Log on to www.statebankofindia.com or www.sbi.co.in. Select Online Application Format, fill the application and save it. Download the Fee Payment Challan and take print. Retain the system generated Registration number and password. Pay the amount at any State Bank of India branch after 2 working days of registration and within 3 working days thereafter. Candidates will receive confirmation message through SMS or E Mail

Important Dates:
Opening Date for Online Registration: 05-03-2012
Closing Date for Online Registration: 26-03-2012
Dates for Payment of Fee: From 07-03-2012 to 31-03-2012
Revised Dates for Examination: 27-05-2012 and 03-06-2012
Starting Date for downloading Call Letter: 12-05-2012

Wish You Goodluck: To Apply, Click Here

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Ricky Pointing Dropped From ODI Squad, Not To Feature In International One Day Cricket Match Again

          Ricky Pointing was dropped from the ODI squad on monday and is not to feature in the international matches again. 

         Ponting, who has had a rather poor run of form in the shorter format of the game, went into the series knowing that the axe was hanging on him, but five successive failures in the tournament ended his chances of prolonging his ODI career. 

         National selector John Inverarity cited Ponting’s dismal form in the series - he has made just 18 runs in five innings - as the reason for his axing, and went on to suggest that the 37-year-old’s time as a limited, as he is expected to offer his resignation. However he said he would be available for test matches. 

        The 37-year-old is the second most prolific batsman of all time in limited overs internationals, scoring 13,704 runs in 375 matches since his debut in 1995. 

       "I have been dropped, which is disappointing but I accept that. My performances over the last five games haven't warranted me being there," Ponting told a media conference.
 

        He further said, "It's a bit hard to say I've retired given I've been dropped but I don't expect to play one-day international cricket any more and I'm sure the selectors don't expect to pick me either."

Ponting said he wanted to continue playing test matches. "I've only got Test cricket left now and I want to make every post a winner," he added.

“The team will not seem the same without him, but moving on from the omission of players who have been outstanding over a long period of time is the nature of elite sport.

“Ricky’s record speaks for itself. He is one of the truly great performers in the history of Australian ODI cricket, with his reputation enhanced further by him captaining Australia to two World Cup victories.

“Ricky’s contribution goes far beyond his batting statistics and his brilliant fielding. The example he sets in every respect and his extraordinarily positive influence in the dressing room is acknowledged by all.

“He is held in the highest possible regard by his team-mates and there is no higher accolade than this.”

Australia squad: Michael Clarke (captain), Shane Watson (vice-captain), Dan Christian, Xavier Doherty, Peter Forrest, Ryan Harris, Ben Hilfenhaus, David Hussey, Mike Hussey, Brett Lee, Clint McKay, Matthew Wade, David Warner.

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Shah Rukh Khan To Wear Japanese Ramp And Lady Gaga To Wear Indian Sari ~ India Lates News, Live News, India Blog News, India Hot News, Latest And Breaking News

Shah Rukh Khan To Wear Japanese Ramp And Lady Gaga To Wear Indian Sari ~ India Lates News, Live News, India Blog News, India Hot News, Latest And Breaking News

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Shah Rukh Khan To Wear Japanese Ramp And Lady Gaga To Wear Indian Sari

           Yu Yumada, a visiting Japanese designers, says he would love to see Shah Rukh Khan on Japanese ramp, while Lady Gaga wears the Indian sari.

           Yamuda, who is a producer of the Tokyo Culture exhibit revealed that “Shah Rukh Khan is popular in Japan. His recent film Ra.One has inspired many Japanese robot toys. It will be fun to see him on ramp, I would dress him in typical print shirts, worn by Japanese comedians. He is a cool guy and will carry it well.”

          They were also impressed with the Indian sari. “When Lady Gaga came to Japan last year she wore a kimono, but I think she would carry off a sari superbly,” says Hiroko Takahashi, designer, Hirocoledge, adding, “It’s great to see Indians taking pride in their heritage fashion. There are so many saris on the runway, unfortunately we don’t see our heritage dress kimono on the Japanese runway.” Yumada agrees, “It’s sad but we don’t see a single kimono in our fashion shows.” Takahashi adds, “I Iove the sari and have already brought two saris from Khan market.”

          The age old Sari has kept its popularity throughout the centuries because of its total simplicity and practical comfort combined with the sense of luxury and sense of sexuality a woman experiences.

         The Indian sari has retained its beauty over centuries. This attire has retained its innocence through its original form but it has evolved in tremendous variety. A more feminine dress has never been seen anywhere. This attire can cover the body from head to toe, making a woman look modest and coy. But just shift the pallu, wear it with a stylish blouse and it could give any Western dress a complex.

        Sari is one piece of clothing which fits all….. fat or thin, short or tall!!! The traditional 6 yard sari allows for generous pleating, and draping around the body and over the shoulders almost Grecian in style. The loose end of the fabric, which is thrown over the left shoulder, is known as ‘Pallu’. The pallu usually has extensive design or embroidery woven into it. Sari is very flattering to all shapes and sizes and forgiving of the various flaws. It can ingeniously conceal the extra flab of fat, or it can accentuate the well-proportioned curve -- It is just a matter of how you drape the sari. This garment is in style for over 5000 years for the simple reason of its simplicity and practical usage.

         This demure garment is a very versatile garment too. The pallu has a very multi-purpose use to it. In case of slight chill in the air, put it around the shoulder like a shawl, if it gets very cold wrap it around the head like a scarf. Pallu is very often used by women to cover their heads during religious ceremonies and to show respect to elders. Rural women always keep their heads covered with the sari's pallu in front of their elders.

        For somebody who has never worn a sari, the sari may look a difficult and unmanagable attire. But women who are use to saris will swear by it. For first time users, designer have come up with a novel idea of a "ready made sari or a pre-stitched sari".

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Tragedy In Goa As School Bus Falls Into The River

       Tragedy occurred as atleast 6 people died, including four school children and two women escorting them when a school bus drove into a river at Goa on saturday. The accident took place when the brakes of the bus failed and plunged into Calvi River, 30 km from Panaji.
        

         Police officials said; bodies of four of the victims, including three students of St. Thomas Girls High School, Aldona, have been recovered from the river. The bodies were identified as Priyal Salgaonkar, 10, Diana Dias, 8, Elvina Dias, 11, and Josephine Dias, 58.

          Deputy Inspector General of Police Ravinder Yadav said police and naval divers were still searching for the two missing people - Nigella Gracias, 11, and Dayanand Hoble, 55. Earlier, conflicting figures were given by police over the number of victims.

          

          The search operation will continue sunday to recover the bodies of the remaining victims. 

The bus driver Driver Rajesh Naik who wanted absconding was however later arrested, he said that there were six persons on board," Yadav said. The driver claimed that the accident occurred after the vehicle’s brakes failed and the vehicle rolled into the river off a ferry ramp.

          Chief Minister Digambar Kamat announced an ex-gratia amount of Rs.2 lakh to the kin of the deceased and also announced the cancellation of carnival parades in Goa.

          Minutes later, a government statement clarified that only the inaugural carnival parade at Panaji Saturday was cancelled, while the decision on allowing other parades in other towns of Goa would be taken later.

           The Goa church has also condoled the deaths of students of the church-run institution.

     “The church in Goa expresses its sadness for the tragedy that took place at Calvim, where a bus carrying passengers plunged into the river... we offer condolences to the bereft families and express solidarity with them in this moment of great loss,” said spokesperson for the church Fr. Francisco Caldeira.

            Goa Governor K Sankaranarayanan has also expressed “shock and grief” over the deaths.

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Yuvraj Singh Supporter's Prayers is Bieng Answered- Cancer Curable Says Doctor

        Good news has emerged that India cricket star Yuvraj Singh's cancer is curable and is likely to be fit in the next few months. The hard-hitting tactical Indian batman who is currently undergoing chemoterapy in the US was sometimes last year diagnosed with a golf ball-sized non-malignant tumour, but was confirmed at the weekend to be cancererous growth in between his lungs.
         But recent information from his doctors has revealed that his cancer is curable. This will come as a huge relief to his family, fans, supporters and well wishers who have been praying and send goodwill messages. 
         Recent Tests had revealed Yuvraj was suffering from a rare form of cancer called mediastinal seminoma and is curable. Dr Rohatagi said: "It is curable with the help of therapy and will not hinder Yuvraj's career in the long-term.

One of the cleanest strikers of a cricket ball, the middle-order batsman is not a regular member of India's test team but is an automatic choice in their limited-over sides.
Yuvraj was instrumental in India's 2007 World Twenty20 victory in South Africa and hit England fast bowler Stuart Broad for six sixes in an over in one match.
He was also named player of the tournament in India's successful 50-over World Cup campaign on home soil in February, March and April last year.
Yograj Singh, the cricketer's father, said his son was responding well to treatment.
Last month Yuvraj said on his Twitter account he was reading Lance Armstrong's 2000 autobiography 'It's Not About the Bike: My Journey Back to Life'.
"I'm sure it will motivate me and pull me through," the Indian said.
American cyclist Armstrong is one of sport's best-known cancer survivors.
The latest news on Yuvraj has triggered a wave of sympathy across cricket-crazy India with the government leading the messages for a speedy recovery.
 

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Different Easy Ways To Make Indian Rail PNR enquiry

Indian railways have come up with multiple advanced technologies to check the status of your reserved railway ticket using PNR number of your train ticket .

The 3 easy ways are:

You can make Indian rail PNR enquiry on phone

1. Dial 139 on your mobile or landline phone. This service is applicable for subscribers of BSNL, MTNL, Airtel, Vodafone, Idea and Spice.
2. Once you get connected to Indian rail phone service you must follow the recorded instruction given to you.
3. It would include to change the language option followed by making an option selection for the specific enquiry.
4. Dial the instructed number to check the PNR status by dialing the PNR number according to the instruction.

You can make Indian rail PNR enquiry via internet

1. Online check on PNR number is one of the simplest method to take up. Now visit www.indianrail.gov.in and click on the PNR Status link.
2. Now you will be asked to enter the valid PNR number for the status enquiry.
3. Enter the valid PNR number and get the right current data from the source.
4. If it shows that symbol WL followed by the digit then it means that your ticket is still in waiting list with specified number of people before you.
5. If it shows the symbol RAC then it means that your ticket is half confirmed.
6. The final chart of reservation system will be prepared one day before the journey. Hence even though your PNR status shows the waiting list you would be standing a chance to get your waiting list cleared at the last moment.

You can make Indian rail PNR enquiry in person or through SMS.
1. You can send a SMS to 57886 stating your pnr number with the code PNR in it and get the immediate response stating your PNR Present status.
2. For example you can SMS PNR<PNR NUMBER> to 57886 or send it to 139.
3. You can also check the Indian rail PNR status in person by visiting the close by railway station and approaching the enquiry counter. Your question will be solved here after standing in a long queue.

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