FundayForum
Register
Forum Blogs Gallery Files Poetry Books
Portal Facebook YouTube Twitter
👀 You are watching:
Jump to content
👉 Click here to explore Remote Jobs, Work From Home & Global News – USA 🇺🇸 | UK 🇬🇧 | Canada 🇨🇦 | Pakistan 🇵🇰 ×
🚫 Guest Access Notice ×
LIVE UPDATES

ADMIN

👑 OWNER ✨
 View Profile  See their activity

  • Posts

    226,085

  • Joined

  • Last visited

  • Days Won

    67

 Content Type 

Blog Entries posted by ADMIN

  1. ADMIN
    One of the greatest advancements in technology might just come to India soon with Hyperloop One. Hyperloop One is a Los Angeles based company that is making travelling across long distances possible in surprisingly short time duration.
    © HyperLoopOne
    The Hyperloop concept has been proposed by the CEO of Tesla Motors Elon Musk in 2013 and is an alternative to high-speed trains, in which passengers are propelled from one destination to the other through reduced-pressure steel tubes.
    When it comes to India, Hyperloop One claims it will only take 70 minutes from Delhi to Mumbai, and just 60 minutes from Chennai to Mumbai!
    © Thinkstock Photos/Getty Images
    "We are in the process of raising hundreds of millions of dollars in our series C funding. We are also talking to Indian investors. The largest number of entries (companies, institutions interested in technology) for our global challenge is from India. We have also planned meetings with government bodies in India and will provide all possible help in framing regulatory norms for this new technology." The senior vice-President of Hyperloop One.
    © HyperLoopOne
    "Pods moving at an interval of 10 seconds can transport 20,000 passengers in each direction per hour. Each pod used for carrying freight can transport nearly 70 tonnes of cargo," said Alan James, VP (worldwide business development) at Hyperloop One. Five corridors in India are being considered for this project - Delhi-Mumbai, Bangalore-Thiruvananthapuram, Chennai-Bangalore, Mumbai-Chennai and a port connector project. The pods will be moving at 1080 km/h, just to put things in perspective!
    Let’s hope this becomes reality soon!


  2. ADMIN
    26-year-old British Indian actor, and 'Slumdog Millionaire' star, Dev Patel became the third actor EVER to receive an Oscar nod, for his work in the movie, 'Lion'. What's interesting is that with his 'Supporting Actor' nomination, Patel is the first Indian acting nominee in over 13 years (Sir Ben Kingsley was nominated in 2004 for 'House of Sand and Fog')!
    Source: See-Saw Films
    "I'm sitting here with my mouth wide open figuring out how this happened. I'm feeling overwhelmingly grateful right now," Patel told BBC. Patel is currently in India shooting for his upcoming movie, 'Hello Mumbai'.


  3. ADMIN
    If you are using the new iOS 10.3 update (available to beta users) you can now ask Siri for cricket scores and updates on the go. You can ask stats from various cricket bodies such as the IPL and ICC, in case you are not near a television.
    Cricket is the most popular game in India and sometimes people are not able to watch matches as they might be chained to their desks or are busy commuting. Cricket fans, however, still have the obsession to be regularly updated about the score. Apple has now introduced support for Cricket scores on Siri. Users can ask Siri for updates with queries like ‘Show me Virat Kohli Stats’ or ‘When is the next Cricket Match?’.
    © Apple
    The latest iOS 10.3-beta update also lets you locate Apple’s wireless headphones i.e. ‘AirPods’. The Airpods can found using the ‘Find My iPhone’ app which makes misplacing AirPods a little less worrying. The app also has capabilities to play a sound on both AirPods so that it easier for you to find them.
    © BCCL
    However, there is a catch, though. This feature relies on your iPhone’s location and Bluetooth to indicate where you last had them. Essentially, the AirPods have to be in Bluetooth range to the iPhone in order to be located. You also need to be signed into iCloud in order for this feature to work. If the AirPod is near the device, only then its location will appear on the ‘Find my iPhone’ app.


  4. ADMIN
    There’s a beauty and enigma to visiting a winery that, somehow, is never the same with any other place. It feels even greater if you’re a wine connoisseur.
    Here are five such beautiful vineyards waiting to be discovered around Mumbai.
    1. Four Seasons Winery © Four Seasons
    The architectural style and the location of the Four Seasons Winery set it apart from any other wineries in the country. The larger than life French style Chateau with the Sahyadri valley in the back drop, gives this winery a majestic look and feel in a very romantic way.
    You can indulge in a number of activities while there, besides the obvious wining and dining! From waking up to a view of the rolling Sahyadri Valley, to breakfast atop a hill, the options are plenty depending on one’s idea of unwinding. If you enjoy nature and photography, go down to the nearby Bhigvan Lake and see some unusual species of birds, there is also an option to do some off road biking and go on a trail down the vineyard.
    Where: Gate No. 263, Daund Taluka, Pune District, Roti, Maharashtra 412219
    2. Fratteli Vineyards © Fratelli Wines
    With luxurious hospitality, this modern looking winery has a look-out point for you to enjoy the sunsets while sipping some wine. For your visit, they will draw out an exclusive itinerary to make it a memorable one.
    Their in-house chefs, make an authentic meal especially for you, along-with cultural performances. Right from tasting in their cellar room to bonfires, this is where you got to be, for a celebration!
    Where: Akhluj, Shipaiwadi, Motewadi, Maharashtra 413107
    3. Soma Vine Village © Soma Vine Village
    The Vine Village, lies along the edge of the backwaters of Gangapur Dam as it flows majestically by the pastoral hamlet of Sahyadri Ranges, just 12 km away from Nashik city, near Sula Vineyards.
    It happens to be India’s one and only vineyard resort and boutique winery spread over 25 acres with 46 rooms including luxurious pool villas, a very unique vino spa, two exclusive restaurants offering a grand menu of specialty and multi- cuisine varieties, an adventure sports park for the adrenaline junkie within us.
    Where: Village Ganghavare, Gangapur-Ganghavare Road, Nashik, Maharashtra 422222
    4. Vallonné Vineyards  © Vallone Vineyards
    A boutique winery which takes wine and nature seriously. Thus there is no WiFi and no TV. Disconnect thoroughly! With rustic rooms, and Pune’s favorite restaurant Malak Spice inside, they produce excellent quality wines.
    It’s a one-of-its-kind tour conducted by our winemaker himself where he introduces guests to Vallonne wines, the process of winemaking from plucking the grapes to bottling of the wine and discerning the aromas and flavours of the wine.
    Where: GAT 504, Kavnai Shivar, Near Sanjegaon, Taluka Igatpuri, Nashik 422403
    5. Chandon Winery © Chandon
    Chandon opened their doors to India, and set-up a beautiful winery in Nashik. They produce the most high quality sparkling wine. There are no such restaurants inside, but you can simply book appointments for a wine tasting session.
    Where: GAT No-652, Stroke 1 and 653, Village Dindori, Taluka Dindori, Nashik, Maharashtra 422202


  5. ADMIN
    Akshay ‘Khiladi’ Kumar is known to do his bit for our martyrs. Last year, he donated Rs 5 lakh to 10 families of martyrs who laid their lives defending the country in the Uri attacks. When he heard of NK Narpat Singh, who was martyred in Assam fighting ULFA terrorists, and was survived by his wife and 3 daughters, he transferred Rs 9 lakh in his wife’s account, to help the family cope up. 
    © Prateek Entertainment
    Posting a video on his Facebook page, Akshay makes a heartfelt appeal to the citizens of this country. He talks about how there are so many people who want to help the families of martyred soldiers but are unable to do in light of lack of information and credible sources. 
    He suggests the formation of a platform – a website or an app – that brings together the families of martyrs and people who want to do their bit for them. He suggests that the account number of the families could be put on the website/app and people could directly transfer money into them, without involving middlemen. The accounts, he says, would be deleted once they get donations upto Rs 15 lakh.
     
    He says that out of the 1.25 crore plus people in the country, even if a mere 15,000 people come forward and donate as little as Rs 100, there will be Rs 15 lakh in a family’s account. 
    Akshay’s heartfelt plea has found supporters everywhere, with people even offering to develop the app.



    We spend thousands of rupees every time we go out for dinner or drinks with friends and family; why not utilize our money to pay back the real heroes who lay down their lives for us. We owe it to them. If you agree, say “I stand with our soldiers” in the comments section below, and share this with as many people as you can. Let’s hope this effort soon turns into something concrete.



  6. ADMIN
    This article is for people who look forward to leg day. The kind of people who skip leg day can go to the gym and turn another day into arms day or an upper body day. Well, 80 percent of the dudes do just that. Anyway, let’s talk about front squats.  Front squatting isn’t everybody’s cup of tea. The majority of dudes chicken out even before they hit their body weight on front squats. If you are a sucker for pain and gain, here’s why you should most definitely be doing front squats. 
    1. Traps/Upper Back Recovery © Snoridgecrossfit
    A lot of us who have been squatting, know how the bar is placed while back squatting.  The bar rests right on the traps, opposite to that in front squatting. A lot of back squatting can give sore traps and even a sore upper back. Since the load placement location is changed in the front squats, it could relieve you from your sore traps/upper back for a while.
    2. More Focus On Quads © Thinkstock
    While back squats also result is gains in the quad size, it’s the muscle micro traumas that increases even more, while doing front squats. Front loading of the body during front squats is the main reason for that. Try doing the same volume as in back squatting and watch your quads getting way more pumped than back squatting.
    3. Easier on the lower Back © Crossfit
    Back squatting loads your lumbar spine or lower back to a much higher degree than front squats. Consider this – the load is placed on your posterior (back of body) chain while doing regular squats while the load shifts to front in case of front squats making it easier for the back. 
    4. Helps Developing A Stronger Core © Thinkstock
    Keeping your torso in an upright position while front squatting, demands the core to be strong. Some people lean forward a lot while back squatting and a weak core could be the reason for that, apart from balancing. Front squatting challenges the abdominal wall to support and balance out the entire body as you squat, making it stronger and more and more resilient to fatigue.
    5. Breaks Monotony I mean back squats are great but come on, don’t you get bored? The shock value also goes out when an exercise gets repetitive and you might lose out on gains. Switch it up and test what you are made of. Split your leg routine into front and back and the monotony will be gone while you welcome better pumps. 
    I`ll conclude this article by saying that front squats, in general, require more flexibility and skill than a back squat. If you haven’t ever back squatted, don’t get into a front squat right away. Build on your back squat first.


  7. ADMIN
    In recent news, it’s being speculated that Olympic shuttler PV Sindhu and wrestler Sakshi Malik, both of whom did India proud at the Rio Olympics last year, will be receiving Padma Shri Awards on the occasion of Republic Day, tomorrow.
    © BCCL
    National Badminton Coach, Pullela Gopichand, too seems to be in the running for an award tomorrow.
    Given that each of the three individuals has made the nation proud with their contributions made to, and achievements in sports, we think that the awards would be well-deserved.


  8. ADMIN
    If there is anything deadlier than a war zone, it has to be the ‘Friendzone’ or in some instances the 'Brozone'. The mere thought of it makes you fret about watching your love and ‘not-going-to-be significant other’, date someone else while you silently shadow her and lend your shoulders to cry on. This particular zone is solely responsible for increasing the business of thekas, panwalas, bars and ‘welcome to friendzone’ clubs (we won’t be surprised if there is any such club).  
    “You are so perfect there is nothing wrong with you. It’s me, I don’t deserve you” or “I have never had any feelings for you, but I don’t want to lose you. You are my best friend, I can only trust you.” If you have heard such lines more often than you have heard someone say “I love you”, then you know that the Friendzone is no joke and the pain it leaves you with is unbearable. That’s exactly what happened with this guy who tried to fight and escape the Friendzone very bravely, but ultimately gave up and became the newest edition in the list of Friendzoned victims. This hilarious video was uploaded by Backkbenchers and is spot on in terms of explaining the difficulty of one-sided love. 
    P.S. guys don’t forget to eat Palak Paneer later.


  9. ADMIN
    To start with, I will not bore you in this article with the benefits of water. This article isn’t about that.  Not to mention the obvious fact that water holds supreme importance for each and everyone, no matter their age and ***. This article wouldn’t be enough if I start putting down the importance of water. All of us have heard that phrase- “drink more water, it is good for you”. But only the word 'more' is not convincing enough for people to start drinking enough water, regularly. Otherwise I would not be cringing after hearing about the water intake when people talk to me about fitness & health. I don’t blame them anyway because the word 'more' is here is really confusing.  Don’t worry, after reading this article you won`t have any too many questions left.
    So let`s go.
    How Much Water Should I be drinking? © Thinkstock/Getty Images
     
    The usual guidelines being thrown around everywhere looks something like this:-
    1) Drink 6-8 glasses of water a day 
    2) 2-3L of water a Day.
    First off, these guidelines can be misleading because a glass comes in various capacities- from holding 200ml water to 500ml (doesn’t take a rocket scientist to figure that).
    Secondly- 2-3L of water also doesn’t take into account the individual’s bodyweight, caloric intake and the climate conditions.
    Here are the best two ways to determine your water intake © Thinkstock/Getty Images
    1. 30-35ml/Kg of bodyweight in ml .So if you are a 70 kg male ,you will be needing- 
    30*70=2100mL (Or 2.1L) to 35*70=2450mL (or 2.4L)
    Tip:-Fill up a 2L soft drink bottle with water and try to finish it by the end of the Day. If that isn’t easy, then you are too lazy. 
    2. For People Who know How Many Calories They Are Consuming Per Day
    This will work for those individuals/ athletes who know how many calories they are consuming on a daily basis. Consuming 1mL of water per calorie will take care of your hydration needs. So that means, if you are consuming 2000Kcal a day, you will need 2000mL (or 2L) of water a day.  A sportsman consuming around 3000Kcal will need 3L of water approximately. 
    NOTE - The above two guidelines give you the absolute minimum intake you should be opting for.
    1. An important thing to consider here is that total water intake is from all sources and not just from water itself. Milk, cheese, fruits, green vegetables, potatoes and peas, lean meats and eggs etc also contain a lot of water in them.
    For example - milk contains 85-90% water and same is the case for orange juice .So by drinking a 300mL glass of milk, you are also consuming around 260-270mL of water. So you can adjust your intake accordingly.
    2. Athletes/lifters engaging in physical exercise will also need more water than the baseline because they are losing a lot of water from their bodies through sweat .On top of that, working out in a hot environment will increase the need even more. Otherwise get ready to feel drop in performance and strength.
    3. A good guideline to check whether you are hydrated enough is to check the color of your urine. It should be clear to bright yellow. If it’s very dark colored, you aren’t drinking enough water and may be dehydrated.
    Note - Only exception to this is when you wake up or are on a certain medication which could change the color of your urine.
    Singh Daman is an On-Floor and online Personal Trainer and PG diploma holder in fitness and nutrition who believes Physical Fitness is as important in one`s life as Breathing,Sleeping and eating. You connect with him on his YouTube Page


  10. ADMIN
    Late last year, Netflix announced that their users could have the ability to download movies and TV shows for offline viewing. This enabled people like me to watch ‘Black Mirror’ without having being connected to the Internet. This not only helped me save data on my phone but also made it convenient for me to view my favourite shows whenever I am in a low network area.
    However, the catch was that it would only get saved on my phone/tablet’s native storage. Netflix has now updated the Android version of their app, which now allows users to save their content to a microSD as well.
    This move for me and many other Netflix binge-watchers is a pretty huge since you can now save movies and TV shows on a microSD. This will enable users to swap devices by simply ejecting the microSD and installing it on a separate device. It also means that you can now transfer your favourite shows to a computer or a USB so that you can view it on a larger screen without being connected to the Internet.
    In order to use this new feature, you need to go to App settings and under the Downloads menu, tap on Download Location. Once in the menu, you can now select where you can store all your downloads. This will also change the location of all future downloads making management easier.
    © Netflix
    Netflix has been investing heavily in exclusive shows, which have worked positively for them as it helps them gain many new subscribers. Netflix also took a recent decision to invest $6 billion on original content.


  11. ADMIN
    “Is marijuana addictive? Yes, in the sense that most of the really pleasant things in life are worth endlessly repeating.” ― Richard Neville
    Nothing is truly hidden from anyone. All one has to do is seek it out earnestly enough. Such is the case with weed. It’s only a matter of looking and you don’t even have to look that hard, in order to find it. Yes, it’s supposed to be illegal. But, the measures and the nature of the illegalities of Cannabis in our country are, interestingly, quite relative.  

    © Thinkstock/Getty Images
    There used to be a time when smoking weed in India was still legal—before the implementation of the NDPS (Narcotic Drugs & Psychotropic Substances) Act of 1985 by the Rajiv Gandhi government. Post-1985, India’s cannabis legacy is all but diluted. What’s considered spiritual to sadhus is considered illegal to the masses, on the surface. Cannabis has been around for over 5000 years now. And while the plant thrives in most parts of North and South India, its consumption is illegal. 

    © Reuters
    Does that curb anything? Given that there is a ready supply available to the sages who smoke pot outside temples, at melas and during religious processions; and that it qualifies as a festive drink during Holi, it’s quite unlikely.  The drug—the plant, the end-product—is available more readily than authorities like to admit. Travelling to the hills almost always legitimizes the fact that one returns with some stash. What the acts and commissions may have achieved is creating a taboo around the drug and its subsequent consumption.  


    © MensXP, Illustration by Aastha Mittal
    There is no study on the amount of weed being consumed by people in India today, but, we can resort to asking people how often they smoke up. Their responses will range from ‘once a week’ to ‘everyday’. It makes you wonder how easy it is to procure the stuff. While India has a history of Cannabis sprawling across various different regions, across states, as of today, it is most popularly concentrated in the Himalayan regions that grow the crop on a routine basis. Yes, it is illegal; but it is also domestic and home-grown. 
    Cannabis is as easily available as bottled water; easier, in fact. 
    © Reuters
    Some of the best stuff is available to you for as little as 300 bucks per gram. Being one of India’s native crops in the northern belt, the cultivation and production is so widespread that it cannot be demarcated to just one particular spot. It’s more like the factors required to grow weed seem to align too perfectly in the region, for the plant not to grow. What started as a law in 1985 has lost its effectiveness along the years. 

    © Thinkstock/Getty Images
    He goes on to describe the UN policies as rather colonial and further adds that ever since the passing of the law, “..cannabis use and cultivation has only proliferated. Prohibition has failed.” 
    So what are the Cannabis laws of India and how do they hold on the legal terms?
    The Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances Act 1985:  2 (iii) "cannabis (hemp)" means- 
    (a) charas, that is, the separated resin, in whatever form, whether crude or purified, obtained from the cannabis plant and also includes concentrated preparation and resin known as hashish oil or liquid hashish; 
    (b) ganja, that is, the flowering or fruiting tops of the cannabis plant (excluding the seeds and leaves when not accompanied by the tops), by whatever name they may be known or designated; and 
    (c) any mixture, with or without any neutral material, of any of the above forms of cannabis or any drink prepared therefrom; 
    (iv) "cannabis plant" means any plant of the genus cannabis;

    © MensXP, Illustration by Aastha Mittal
    Yes, you will be fined at airports and check points, especially if you’re coming from an area known to be rich in the crop. But, the fines are more of a way to earn a few extra thousands for the cops. The substance is easy to source. From your local pan shop owner to a travel guide, or a hotel manager—there is always someone who knows someone who can get the stuff for you, without you even getting a whiff of the change of hands. And because of the development of transport and communication, the access to the plant is usually, more often than not, just a conversation away. 
    The problem is, no one’s really talking over the supposed undercurrent… 
    …To be continued.


  12. ADMIN
    You've heard a lot of transformation stories of people who have gone from being fat to fit  but this is not one such story. In a lot of cases the physical transformation transforms the mind of the person and makes the person feel confident and separates the person from the normal crowd. That’s what happened with me. 
     
    I was a skinny kid during my schooling but I was pretty athletic. This made me feel confident and settle for mediocrity as I felt happy with where I was. I was blessed with a talent towards football and I was pretty good at it. I represented several semi-professional football clubs but my attitude was all wrong. The mediocre mind-set in me never made me push myself and I would always find an excuse for my failures as a football player. There’s no use when talent doesn’t work hard.  I was an average student as far as my academics were concerned. This lazy attitude of mine made me search for easy and temporary things in life and I started deviating from hard work. At this point, I was good at nothing and all I cared about was about temporary things and about having fun in life. I then joined automobile engineering and I was pretty good. At this point I found a love towards motorcycles and I started racing in the national motorcycle championship and placed in my first race. I had a life changing event- a horrible accident. I fell down, broke my ribs, punctured my lungs and had a plastic surgery on my legs. I was fighting for my life. This made me realise the importance of living.

    Once I healed properly, I was introduced to the gym by a friend and the  I joined because I was too skinny and I felt really weak. This was it, this moment changed me as a person. I realised how weak I was. This was a reality check for me. I wanted to do something about it and I started learning about fitness.

    I wanted to do something with my life and I wanted my life to mean something. I got better at lifting and I had really good genetics which gave me quick results. The better I got, the more interested I got. I always believed in science rather than in word of mouth. I needed an explanation for everything and I feel that this attitude of mine is what got me real good results.

    Once people started asking me things, I felt that I’ve reached a level where I could help people change their life. This was when I started my YouTube channel and I started making videos for people so that they wouldn’t have to waste their time and be frustrated with themselves.

    I then competed in my first Men’s Physique show at MuscleMania Chennai and placed in the top 5. I believe that fitness is not just about looking good. It’s a mental, physical and an emotional combination and this is what I wanted to help people achieve. I was working a 9-5 job but would still go back and do my online coaching and YouTube. Hard work is everything and this is what is lacking with a lot of people. I wanted people to understand the power of it and that was when I started to include lifestyle vlogs and document my journey on my channel.

    I finally quit my job and worked on fitness full time. I’m also starting my own lifestyle and apparel brand called “Garth Lifestyle” and this is my way of leaving behind a legacy.  I’m also planning to compete this year at the Asia Pacific contest at Singapore. My humble request to you is to do what you love. If you want it bad enough, go get it. 
    Be the wolf and conquer.


  13. ADMIN
    It’s that time of the year again when we’re all getting geared up for the most awaited awrd ceremonies of the world—the Academy Awards. Yes, the Oscars 2017 are back and here are all the nominations! 
    Best Supporting Actor
    © YouTube
    Mahershala Ali (Moonlight)
    Jeff Bridges (Hell or High Water)
    Lucas Hedges (Manchester by the Sea)
    Dev Patel (Lion)
    Michael Shannon (Midnight Special)
    Cinematography
    © Plan B Entertainment
    Arrival
    La La Land
    Lion
    Moonlight
    Silence
    Best Actor
    © Billboard
    Casey Affleck (Manchester by the Sea)
    Andrew Garfield (Hacksaw Ridge)
    Ryan Gosling (La La Land)
    Viggo Mortensen (Captain Fantastic)
    Denzel Washington (Fences)
    Best Original Score
    © Start Motion Pictures
    Jackie
    La La Land
    Lion
    Moonlight
    Passengers
    Best Original Song
    © Billboard
    Audition (The Fools Who Dream)
    Can’t Stop the Feeling
    City of Stars
    The Empty Chair
    How Far I’ll Go
    Best Original Screenplay
    © Scarlet Films
    Hell or High Water
    La La Land
    The Lobster
    Manchester by the Sea
    20th Century Women
    Best Animated Feature
    © Disney Pictures
    Kubo and the Two Strings
    Moana
    My Life as a Zucchini
    The Red Turtle
    Zootopia
    Best Supporting Actress
    © Bustle
    Octavia Spencer (Hidden Figures)
    Viola Davis (Fences)
    Naomie Harris (Moonlight)
    Nicole Kidman (Lion)
    Michelle Williams (Manchester by the Sea)
    Best Actress
    © YouTube
    Isabelle Huppert (Elle)
    Ruth Negga (Loving)
    Natalie Portman (Jackie)
    Emma Stone (La La Land)
    Meryl Streep (Florence Foster Jenkins)
    Best Picture
    © 20th Century Fox
    Arrival
    Hacksaw Ridge
    Hidden Figures
    Lion
    Moonlight
    Fences
    Hell or High Water
    La La Land
    Manchester by the Sea


  14. ADMIN
    What do you do when you come across an uber cool car that you desperately wanted for a really long time? Well, in most cases you would go ahead and buy it, right? But, if you have an entrepreneurial mind, then you might as well go and buy the entire company. Well, at least that’s what happened in the case of business tycoon Anand Mahindra, Mahindra Group’s Executive Chairman, who had this epic response for the guy who asked him to buy the car he tweeted about earlier. Mahindra was all praise about the Maserati Birdcage on Twitter, when one of the guys asked him what’s stopping him from buying it. 
    That's one cage I wouldn't mind being imprisoned in. Pininfarina sustains its legendary & pathbreaking designs. https://t.co/Q5UNZNK1AN
    — anand mahindra (@anandmahindra) 24 January 2017 @anandmahindra what stops you from buying it?Go for it.
    — siddhant khanna (@khanna_siddhant) 24 January 2017 Now if you guys were expecting some philosophical or diplomatic reply from Mahindra’s end, sorry to disappoint you, because being the business tycoon he is, there couldn’t have been a sassier response than this.  
    We bought the company instead...(Pininfarina) ? https://t.co/beNzPTLN9t
    — anand mahindra (@anandmahindra) 24 January 2017 Clearly, the guy and many others didn’t know that Pininfarina was bought by the Mahindra group in 2015, so he was left speechless just like most of us when we came across his epic response. Well, even Twitterati was left dumbfounded and it was evident in their reactions. 
    .@anandmahindra Take a bow sir. One of the finest response I read on twitter till date.  https://t.co/Qpi3qxeifO
    — Ambuj Tyagi (@hiambuj) 24 January 2017 . @anandmahindra pic.twitter.com/R30gYfAuh6
    — Indian Launda (@Indian_Launda) 24 January 2017 @anandmahindra wow!Now that's what we call a great entrepreneurial mind which sets you apart. LEGEND??
    — siddhant khanna (@khanna_siddhant) 24 January 2017 @anandmahindra Just one word "EPIC" Hats off ..Thats BOSS for you ?✈️
    — देश सबसे बड़ा (@DeshSabseBada) 24 January 2017 @anandmahindra ha haa.
    Ultimate thug life ;-)
    — Mohan (@kanndadiga776) 24 January 2017


  15. ADMIN
    While we fancy those movie scenes where actors are seen lying in the bathtub with a wine glass or beer bottles kept next to them, we can’t even drink our beer properly since the water dilutes half of it. Well, to ease your miseries, a Swedish brewery called PangPang along with the creative agency Snask have introduced a “Shower Beer” for you to immerse yourself completely in the joy of alcohol and a hot shower. If you think it is any random beer with a fancy name, you are mistaken because it is said to be a sweet but strong alcohol aka double strength mini beer, which is designed specifically for consumption in the shower. Wipe away your tears of joy people; we all have reached a step closer to nirvana. 
    © Facebook
    Snask Founder and Creative Director Fredrik Öst said, “We always loved the concept of drinking beer in the shower, so the idea to create a beer that would be drunk while showering was a must.” He further added, “But we also wanted to create a beer that would kick start your night, hence a strong but sweet beer that would be sipped in three to four sips while getting ready to the tunes of ‘Dressed for Success’.” Sh*t, it will be finished in three sips! That just took away our only excuse to stay for a longer time inside the shower. This beer hit the Swedish market shelves last month and its popularity could be easily identified as it was sold out almost immediately. Reportedly, the second batch is in order. Phew!
    © Facebook
    Talking about the concept of this beer, Fredrik Tunedal, founder of PangPang brewery said “I let the Shower Beer sit longer in the primary fermenter before dry-hopping and cold crashing it, compared to other PangPang beers.” “This lets it develop a soapy flavor that in some beers is considered an ‘off’ flavor, but is just on point for the Shower Beer. The beer is heavily hopped with Citra [hops], and has a citrusy, soapy, and somewhat herbal profile,” he further added. What’s more, this Shower Beer is dual purpose i.e. Tunedal has designed the recipe in a way that one can use the beer as a conditioner too. Wow, pair it with Beer shampoo and your hair will smell like a brewery all day long. Just don’t get overexcited and start eating your own hair though.  
    Having said that, let’s break the sad news to you guys, it was primarily meant for the Swedish market and is not available in India as of now. We just hope PangPang turns towards us and brings this brilliant creation to India soon.      
    Source: Munchies


  16. ADMIN
    Virat Kohli has arguably been the backbone behind India's meteoric rise in cricket over the past few years. Whether it is limited-overs or Test cricket, the Indian batting sensation has developed a knack of decimating opposition bowlers with his majestic batting display.
    The recent Test and ODI series win against England is yet another example that reiterates Kohli's ever-growing reputation as India's most-prized possession in cricket. He is currently ranked no. 1 in T20Is and no. 2 in both ODIs and Test cricket. To top it all, he looks in the best shape of his life. If that's not perfection personified, then probably nothing will.
    And King @imVkohli starts off the series with a bang! The magic wand continues to weave, this time in Pune #TeamIndia @Paytm #INDvENG pic.twitter.com/P20vBXERoZ
    — BCCI (@BCCI) January 15, 2017 Such has been Kohli's genius with the bat that not only the Indian fans, but former greats from across the border, too, have been busy singing songs of his exploits. 
    The Indian captain became the focus of a discussion between three Pakistani greats during a TV programme. Former Pakistan cricketers Wasim Akram, Shoaib Akhtar and Saqlain Mushtaq have all been taking his example to inspire their national players.

    The legendary trio praised Kohli's character for helping India pull off an improbable chase in the first ODI against England. They lauded the Delhi cricketer for smashing 17 hundreds for his team's cause during run-chases. 
    Apart from Kohli, they also pointed out the success of the Indian team to show the failings of the Pakistan squad.
    Saqlain's impressed with Kohli's fitness © Twitter
    Saqlain Mushtaq, who is currently assisting the England players on India tour, was highly impressed with Kohli's discipline on and off the field. During the India-England series, the 40-year-old revealed a conversation he had with Kohli in the gym.
    Sneak peak into my morning cardio session ?? pic.twitter.com/RANRd9svMt
    — Virat Kohli (@imVkohli) September 15, 2016 "I asked him why he was having corn at that time and he said it’s because he doesn't eat roti so as to remain fit," Saqlain said. "He is the most energetic person, whether it is in the gym, in training or on the field. He is very disciplined about aspects like sleeping, eating and so on," he added.
    And, Kohli went on to win Saqlain's admiration by saying, "For the 10-12 years I intend to be in international cricket, I want to enjoy the game and remain on top".
    Kohli's work ethic floors Akram © BCCL
    If Saqlain was gaga over Kohli's fitness, bowling legend Akram couldn't stop highlighting his work ethic.
    "Virat Kohli has found the way to success. He has realised that nothing comes easy in life and you have to work really hard to achieve your goal. And, that's exactly what he's doing. He has carved the path for himself. He knows what all disciplines he needs to follow," Akram said.
    That's how I feel when I have my favorite nibbles & a cup of black coffee in front of me. Stay Healthy, Stay Happy ? pic.twitter.com/wIBYXDxT7i
    — Virat Kohli (@imVkohli) July 1, 2016 He also advised the new-age cricketers to keep a check on their diet and burn the extra calories by hitting the gym like Kohli.
    Akhtar reveals his conversation with Kohli © Twitter
    While his former teammates gave their inputs on Kohli's genius, Akhtar disclosed an interesting conversation he once had with the Indian skipper.
    "I asked Kohli why don't you talk to our boys (Pakistan cricketers) about the game. And, he replied that they do talk, but not about the game. Instead, they ask him (Kohli) about the kind of cars he's got," Akhtar revealed.
    King @imVkohli in action at the nets ahead of the 2nd ODI against England @Paytm #INDvENG pic.twitter.com/rWcJYwmHCO
    — BCCI (@BCCI) January 17, 2017 The former Pakistani speedster praised Kohli for his transformation from being a brash and reckless kid to becoming India's batting maestro. "Kohli told me that he transformed himself by learning over the years. He enhanced his game awareness by watching himself bat in video recordings," Akhtar said.
    Well, given the kind of statistics Kohli boasts over the years, it's no surprise why a television programme featuring three Pakistani greats talking about their national team was so heavily dominated by the recent exploits of the Indian captain.


  17. ADMIN
    90s kids unite. The hardest ‘Kuch Kuch Hota Hai’ quiz is right here. I suggest you watch the film once before taking this quiz because I really, really mean it when I say it’s damn hard! Also, it’s totally legit if you’re hyper-ventilating already. It’s KUCH KUCH HOTA HAI for God’s sake! If you score well in this, I swear you’ll see a shooting star tonight. Ok, go!


  18. ADMIN
    You’ve heard of fights breaking in the overcrowded metro trains. People struggling to get into the metro train, pushing and shoving, wanting to grab a seat. The metro is a microcosm of the society. You see people from all walks of life, going somewhere. Someone has had a breakup, someone has had a bad day at work, someone is in the blissful initial stages of a relationship. So many times have I seen a girl sobbing away sitting in a corner, somewhere a young exhausted MNC chap bites into an energy bar to compensate for the missed lunch. 
    © Instagram
    Amidst this heavy atmosphere of the metro in the evenings, comes one man who spreads joy with his beautiful music. Meet Munindra Sagar, the 60-year-old Pied Piper of Delhi metro. Mr Sagar often boards the Rajiv Chowk metro in the evenings, and plays old Hindi songs on his dear mouth organ for the tired commuters. Dressed humbly, he walks into the metro coach, plays his mouth organ and moves on. He leaves a whole lot of lifted spirits and happy faces behind. 
    He is an English teacher at the British School of Language in Noida, and has playing the harmonica since a young age. The man has taken it upon himself to spread cheer in the metro. He doesn’t play in the mornings, because he feels it’s not the time when people need him. 
    Looking at the crowd listening so attentively, crowded metros don’t seem so bad. 
    Finally I met Respected Munindra Sagar? It was late evening when I was in Delhi metro. While I was in ladies coach, little worried as I was travelling so late, there lingered the applause sound in the common coach. Pushing my way through to the source of the claps, I found a man playing harmonica.... Yes, I finally saw Munindra Sir. He is known for creating stress free atmosphere through his music. You would have seen or at least heard him around the Connaught Place area. He is 60years old and is an English teacher at british school of language, Noida. He is a true inspiration! #delhigram #sodelhi #dfordelhi #delhihai #delhiwale #dillipics #storiesofindia #ramblingsofalostsoul #_soi #soi #dopeforsquare #vagrantdiaries #delhi_igers #delhighted #indiapictures #_oye #mambogination #delhimetro #harmonica #indiameets #saddidilli #oyemystory
    A video posted by Parul Batra (@niche_nazariya) on Oct 17, 2015 at 12:05pm PDT
    “I neither do it for money nor for attention but I don’t mind genuine applause. Only once I accepted two thousand rupees from an old businessman who wanted me to buy a better instrument. I am a crazy fellow. I could not stop myself. Earlier I used to play at bus stops. When the Metro came up I thought here people will recognise my talent. Earlier I was scared of the rules but now I look forward to every evening. I don’t play on the way to work in the morning because at that time I think I am not needed by fellow passengers,” he told The Hindu. 
      For all those who think that the metro crowd is a nightmare and have given up on humanity, this is a silver ray of hope. It’s a reminder that there is a lot of fellowship in us. Despite the bad days at work, despite all the problems each one of us is facing life, we are capable of being happy in the moment; all it requires is a simple effort. Music is a language that can connect us beautifully despite our differences.



  19. ADMIN
    “Art is the only way to run away, without leaving home.” ~ Twyla Tharp.
    It’s true. Mumbai might be known for the hustle bustle of fast city life, with no time to stop and stare at the beauty and enigma around. But, amidst all the noise, commotion and chaos, every art lover and enthusiast can find themselves in solitary bliss at any of these quaint art galleries in the city of Mumbai. 
    1. Volte © Volte
    Ever since it’s opening in 2009, Volte has rapidly established to be one of the best in the Mumbai arts world. It is home to an array of exhibitions, events and multimedia installations. There are works by local talents as well international talents from Belgium, South Africa.
    Address: 202 Sumer Kendra, Floor 2, Pandurang Buhadkar Marg, Worli
    2. Chatterjee and Lal © Chatterjee and Lal
    The gallery founded by a husband-wife duo in 2003 is an exciting combination of young and upcoming artists. From their start in 2003 they grew to move to a larger space in 2007. They also have a prominent part in creating installations in non-traditional spaces, with performances in streets of Mumbai.
    Address: Arthur Bunder Road, 1/18, Floor 1, Kamal Mansion, Colaba
    3. Project 88 © Project 88
    Built within an old 19th century printing press, it is spread over 4000 square feet space, which results in a décor displaying particularly expansive range of installations and works. Having garnered reputation, they collaborate with other galleries across India and abroad.
    Address: Ground Floor, B.M.P. Building, Narayan A Sawant Rd, Azad Nagar, Colaba
    4. Sakshi Art Gallery © Sakshi Art Gallery
    An eclectic mix from all over the country and abroad, they have a healthy representation of moderns but also never shy away to showcase the bold. Its support for leading Indian artists such as M.F. Husain, Ram Kumar amongst others, has put it at the forefront on the art scene in Mumbai.
    Address: 6/19, 2nd Floor, Grants Building, Arthur Bunder Road, Near Radio Club, Colaba
    5. Chemould Prescott Road © Chemould Prescott Road
    Founded in 1963, it is one of the oldest commercial art galleries across the country. It became famous for showcasing the work of Indian modernist icons like M.F Husain; while staying true to their state of the art facilities and a capacious exhibition space inside the 19th century relic of British colonialism.
    Address: 3rd floor, Queens Mansion, G. Talwatkar Marg, Fort
    6. Maskara © Maskara
    A former grain factory converted warehouse is literally large to park an aircraft, rather they chose it to make it into an art project space. Mercury-filled sculptures, and more unusual works have been witnessed here.
    Address: No. 6/7, 3rd Pasta Lane, Colaba
    7. Galerie Mirchandani + Steinruecke © Galerie Mirchandani + Steinruecke
    Mother-daughter duo’s impeccable personal style to a space that brought some of the best international artists like Kiki Smith, and Jonathon Messe, amongst others. In addition to them, young artists and upcoming artists are nurtured by backing over the years.
    Address: 2, Sunny House, 16/18, Mereweather Road, Behind Taj Mahal Hotel, Colaba
    8. Amrita Jhaveri Projects © Amrita Jhaveri Projects
    An exceptional space, small yet engaging gallery, is run by one of the most influential art consultants in the country. It has a perfect sea-facing view. The gallery has garnered eyes of various artists, which led to some great exhibitions.
    Address: 58, Walkeshwar Rd, Raj Bhavan, Malabar Hill
    9. Mumbai Art Room © Mumbai Art Room
    Nestled in a lane, behind a store façade, they wish to promote the understanding and appreciation of contemporary art, design and visual culture. They have often made their textual material in Hindi, Marathi along-with English.
    Address: Pipewala Apartments, 4th Pasta Ln, Badhwar Park, Apollo Bandar, Colaba
    10. Lakeeren © Lakeeren
    While the gallerist took a sabbatical from running the gallery while she acquired a PhD in history of art, South Asian artists have been given a very nurturing platform here. Politics drives the gallery’s curation.
    Address: 6/18, Grants Building, 2nd Floor, Opposite Basilico Restaurant, Arthur Bunder Road


  20. ADMIN
    The LG V20 launched in India recently and given that it might not be most popular brand for smartphones, one cannot simply ignore that it was the first smartphone that shipped with Android 7.0 Nougat.  The phone can be considered an all rounder but it does have a few flaws which might be something you want to look into.  Priced at INR 54, 999, the LG V20 is looking to compete in the premium smartphone space and here’s what we think about it. 
    To start off, the phone follows the classic design of a removable battery which was not expected as many manufacturers are opting for a unibody configuration. The device has solid hardware and some features that you might not find in any other smartphone. The display also has a tiny strip on the top which acts as a second screen. The second screen comes handy when multitasking and sometimes saves even more time if you are in a hurry. The camera is good but nothing groundbreaking if you compare it to other phones. 
    So what’s different about this phone? For starters, this phone has amazing audio quality and is a great device for serious audiophiles. It has a Quad Dac on board which helps in making music sound crystal clear.
    The LG V20 might be a serious contender because of the great specs on board but the phone is also competing with the likes of the Google Pixel, Samsung Galaxy S7 and iPhone 7. The LG V20 is priced as a premium phone due to the DAC, dual cameras, Hi-Fi video and great audio recording features, however, it does become hard to recommend this phone when it’s in the same league as the Google Pixel and iPhone. 
    Specs
    Design  LG has been manufacturing premium quality phones for a while now; however it hasn’t always been the best. It remains the same with LG V20 as it does not fare well when compared to other phones. 
    However, that doesn’t necessarily mean that the phone’s design is not up to the mark. Even though it was surprising that the phone has a removable battery, it still made sense and was practical. Not many flagship phones offer this feat and to be honest I prefer it sometimes as I can swap an extra battery when I don’t have access to a charging point. 
    © MensXP
    Another practical feature of the phone’s device is the power button. The power button and the fingerprint reader act is one and it is placed at the rear of the phone, right below the camera. Now, this doesn’t only free up space on the phone’s body but it actually makes sense because you can easily lock/unlock the phone when on the move. The bottom of the device has a 3.5mmm headphone jack (yay!) and a USB Type-C port. 
    Display  © MensXP
    There is no doubt that LG V20 has one of the best displays on a phone. It has a 5.7-inch 1440p display, and the display on the phone is vibrant and amazing to look at. Colours are accurate and it doesn’t get any better than this. What’s surprising is that the phone’s display is not even AMOLED and yet it delivered great results.
    © MensXP
    The second screen on the phone is what caught our attention. The main purpose of the second screen is for the user to check notifications, multitask, launch frequently apps faster and check other details like time and date. I check my phone very often and most of the time I have to wake my phone in order to check my notifications; this second screen not only made my life easier but also helped in conserving battery. 

    You can even customise this screen and add shortcuts to your favourite app. It can also be used for other tools such as Wi-Fi, Flashlight, Bluetooth amongst others. You can change the order of these functions according to your preferences too. 
    Primary Camera The dual-camera on the LG V20 is yet another feature that we have seen on many phones today. The iPhone 7 utilises the second camera for zooming without losing quality in the picture. However, the LG V20 uses it for an entirely different purpose. The second camera is meant to show you more with a wider angle rather than utilise it for zooming purposes. 
    © MensXP
    However, the main 16-megapixel camera does a great job in good lighting conditions but it still lacks some character. The secondary 8-megapixel camera has a 135-degree wide lens. This means that it gets a wider view from a camera that has a lower resolution. 
    © MensXP
    © MensXP
    The feature needs to be turned on through ‘Settings’, so naturally, my super-scientific way of testing this was to listen to music while toggling it on and off. I was definitely able to tell the difference while testing it, and now I kind of want to listen to all of my music on the V20.
    Naturally, the DAC only works with the 3.5mm headphone jack. It has a digital to analogue converter, so it won't work with headphones that plug into the USB Type-C port or connect over Bluetooth. These would rely on the DAC in the devices themselves; for example, an analogue signal can't pass over Bluetooth.
    © MensXP
    © MensXP
    © MensXP
    Audio Quality  The LG V20 comes with a 32-bit Hi-Fi Quad DAC which means that it converts a digital signal to an analogue signal. According to LG, the Quad DAC is capable of reducing ambient and low-end noises by up to 50%. 
    © MensXP
    The phone does improve the sound quality and it works on any headphones you might use. I used the Bang & Olufsen earphones that came along with the handset and it did deliver what I was looking for. The sound was crystal clear and fared well against my pro-DJ headphones but I still think it doesn’t filter out low-end frequencies as suggested by LG. 
    The mode has to be turned on via the settings and the only way you can figure out if it actually makes a difference is by toggling the feature on and off. The DAC is specifically designed to work with the headphone jack, therefore this will not work with signals that are transmitted digitally i.e. over Bluetooth or USB Type-C headphones. 
    Conclusion © MensXP
    There aren’t many things to criticise about this phone apart from the camera and a few other features that are not really required. It has a good display but not great when compared to other flagship phones. Given that it utilises an LCD, it does deliver refined colours. 
    The second screen is what made got me attached to this phone. It has powerful specs and the battery can last up to two days.  I am not going to claim it is the best phone out there but it sure makes it to the list. If you are looking for a phone with great specs and reliability, you can’t go wrong with this one.


  21. ADMIN
    Virat Kohli and MS Dhoni share a bromance like no other in Indian cricket. Theirs is a friendship founded on warmth yet respectful detachment, and even disagreements without barriers of hierarchy or seniority.
    Ever since the shift in Team India's captaincy, both Dhoni and Kohli have taken part in successive press conferences that resembled keynote sessions of the local mutual admiration society.
    © Twitter
    For instance, Dhoni had no doubt that Kohli would go on to win more matches than he did. Kohli, for his part, said he had learnt a lot from his predecessor and Dhoni will always be his captain.
    Now Dhoni might not be the Indian captain anymore, but it didn't deter him from sharing his experience with Kohli. Known for collecting stumps as a souvenir after a win, Dhoni seems to setting a similar tradition for the new Indian captain.
    © Twitter
    The 35-year-old cricketer decided to pass on his legacy of collecting memorabilia to Kohli as he gifted the series-winning match ball to the Delhi lad.
    Kohli was pleasantly surprised by Dhoni's gesture and accepted the gift with a big smile on his face and then later on got the ball signed by India's most successful captain.
    © Twitter
    "Well, MS gave me the match ball in the second game. The stumps are too expensive nowadays and they don't allow us to take it home (smiles). He gave me the ball and told me that it was my first series win as captain and it is memorable. It was a special moment for me and I got the ball signed from him as well," Kohli said. 
    The gesture once again shows the amount of mutual respect these cricketers share with one another. And, for Team India, it's undoubtedly a good sign.


  22. ADMIN
    When it comes to online smartphone sales in India, Xiaomi has taken the throne today as the company sold more than 2,50,000 Redmi Note 4s in 10 minutes. The phone was launched in India last week and was all set to go on sale on 24th January 2017. The Redmi Note 4 prices start at Rs 9,999 and according to the company, it sold out within 10 minutes since the sale commenced. The company also claims that the Redmi Note 4 flash sale was the biggest ever in India. 
    Redmi Note 4 is the successor to the highly acclaimed Redmi Note 4 and it has become the highest-shipped smartphone ever in India’s online market. Xiaomi has enjoyed record-breaking sales before in India as Redmi Note 3 broke similar records last year in a given quarter. The Redmi Note 4 has subtle changes and upgrades from its predecessor which makes it one of the reasons for the high demand.
    © Xiaomi
    Celebrating another milestone, Manu Jain, India Head - Xiaomi India said,”We are really thankful to everyone for making the first sale of Redmi Note 4 a great success. We are extremely ambitious about this product and it gives me immense joy to start the year with such acceptance and love for the Redmi Note 4. This love motivates us to work harder to make more quantities available for our Mi Fans and build a beautiful Redmi Note 4 story in India. We are excited as we take the first step in 2017 and look forward to achieving many more milestones this year.”
    The Redmi Note 4 will be next available on Jan 30, 2016 on Flipkart and Feb 03, 2016 on Mi.com starting at Rs 9999 (2GB RAM + 32GB Flash), Rs 10,999 (3GB RAM + 32GB Flash) and Rs 12,999 (4GB RAM + 64GB Flash).


  23. ADMIN
    It seems like Modi’s plan for demonetisation and driving black money out of the country found it’s premise in a movie also now. Vidyut Jamwal, the man with crazy abs and a body made of rubber is back, packing a lot of punches with his upcoming release, ‘Commando 2’.
    Gear up as Karanvir Dogra is here to bash the baddies like never before! #Commando2Poster" @relianceEnt @penmovies
    A photo posted by Vidyut Jammwal (@mevidyutjammwal) on Jan 19, 2017 at 10:21pm PST
    The movie will have Vidyut playing the righteous nation serving officer, Karanvir, who is running after a money launderer who goes by the name Vicky Chadha. The movie also stars Esha Gupta and Adah Sharma as female leads but you don’t want to see anything except Vidyut running around and doing some crazy action.
    © Reliance Entertainment
    Pulling off the daredevil stunts like a boss! Here’s Karanvir Dogra for you... #Commando2TrailerTomorrow
    A video posted by Vidyut Jammwal (@mevidyutjammwal) on Jan 21, 2017 at 10:19pm PST
    Specially the scene where slides under a moving vehicle!
    Facebook  Thankyou for your lovel! Here’s a teaser to get you excited... #2DaysToCommando2Trailer" @relianceEntertainment @penmovies  @sunshinepicturesofficial
    A video posted by Vidyut Jammwal (@mevidyutjammwal) on Jan 20, 2017 at 10:31pm PST
    The movie is slated for a March 2017 release and the raw appeal of this real life Marvel-like superhero is a star attraction. We can’t wait. 



  24. ADMIN
    Ravichandran Ashwin and Ravindra Jadeja have forged a partnership, which is arguably one of the deadliest in modern-day cricket. Just like Australia's legendary bowling pair of Dennis Lillee and Jeff Thomson, if Ashwin doesn't get you, Jadeja will.
    In their relentless pursuit of wickets, India's premier spin duo won't allow willowers to settle down by bowling looseners. Instead, they rush into the batsmen and continue to attack the stumps till the man on strike finally gives in.
    Such has been their dominance that in the last two Test series against New Zealand and England, Ashwin (55 wickets) and Jadeja (40) wickets have shared a whopping 95 wickets between them. In the recently-concluded ODI series, the two spinners also gave crucial breakthroughs to India as the home side recorded a 2-1 win.
    © Twitter
    The fact that Ashwin and Jadeja have been so consistent in their artistry undoubtedly makes it an uphill battle for someone like Amit Mishra and Parvez Rasool to fill in their big shoes. 
    In the absence of India's first-choice spinners, Mishra and Rasool surely have a chance to prove their mettle and probably impress the selectors and their captain with a fine showing in the upcoming three-match T20 series. 
    And even if the task seems far from easy for India's latest additions, it will be foolish to count Mishra and Rasool out.
    Mishra must rise to the occasion © BCCL
    Mishra has been in and out of Team India for quite some time now. And, it's fair to say that the experienced leg-spinner has paid heavily for India's dependency on Ashwin and Jadeja. But, Mishra has not let it affect his mindset and seems to have made full use of the limited opportunities coming his way.
    The 34-year-old has impressed with his classical attacking leg-spin, relying mostly on flight and a big leg-break. He also possesses the odd googly that tends to surprise batsmen. He played two Tests against England in the recent home series and claimed five scalps.
    In the ODI series against New Zealand last year, when Ashwin and Jadeja were again rested, Mishra came into his own to emerge as India's leading wicket-taker in the series with 15 scalps at 14.33 and an economy rate of 4.79. As far as the T20Is are concerned, the leggie has 14 wickets to his name in eight matches.
    Though Mishra has made a name for picking up wickets at regular intervals, his knack of leaking runs is something the 34-year-old will have to watch out for in the upcoming series.
    Rasool needs to make it count © BCCL
    The legend of Rasool dates back to 2013 when a stellar Ranji season earned him a spot in the India A side against England in a warm-up match. By featuring in the match, Rasool became the first-ever cricketer from Jammu & Kashmir to be selected in an Indian team to play an international side.
    His international debut for Team India came a year later when he featured in the ODI side against Bangladesh in Dhaka. The off-spinner claimed two wickets but went for 60 runs in what turned out to be an average performance. But, the 27-year-old has evolved over the years.
    Leading up to the recently-concluded ODI series against England, Rasool featured in a tour game and took 3-38 including the wickets of Ben Stokes, Jos Buttler and Chris Woakes. England's frailties against Rasool's spin could once again come in handy for Virat Kohli's side in the upcoming T20 series.
    It could very well be a make or break series for Rasool who needs to repay the faith of selectors with a fine showing against England.


  25. ADMIN
    While we are fretting about the upcoming budget announcements and the challenges it will pose on our already empty pockets, there is someone in the world who is getting richer day by day. That someone is none other than Microsoft co-founder, Bill Gates, who might soon become the world’s first trillionaire.
    © Reuters
    This is not our prediction, but the work of an international network of organizations, Oxfam International, which works to alleviate global poverty. According the Oxfam’s research, ‘eight billionaires from across the world have as much money as the 3.6 billion people who make up the poorest half of the world’s population.’ What’s more, the report also states that looking at the exponential growth of Gates’ existing wealth, he might become the first trillionaire in the next 25 years, at the age of 86. 
    © Reuters
    Oxfam mentioned that in the year 2016, his wealth rose to $75 billion, “despite his commendable attempts to give it away through his foundation,” the report says. Reportedly, his net worth was $50 billion, when he left Microsoft in 2006. Gates is known for indulging in charitable work, he is also one of the founders of ‘The Giving Pledge’. Oxfam’s hypothetical analysis is based on the rate of growth i.e. 11% per year since 2009 and his current levels of wealth which is estimated to be over $84 billion.  
    Well, while Gates will get richer in the following years, we will also become something. Do you know what? We will become Nillionaires (one who does not have money of their own).   
    Source: CNBC


  • Recently Browsing   0 members

    • No registered users viewing this page.
×
×
  • Create New...