Friday, November 28, 2008
Canadian police in India in continuing probe of 1985 Air India bombing
Canada's Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) has sent five officers to India in its continuing probe of the 23-year old tragedy when Kanishka, the Air India Flight 182 was bombed out of the sky over Ireland killing 329 people, most of them Canadian of Indian origin.
According to press reports in India (Times of India) and Canada (Canadian Press), the five officers met the Director General of Punjab Police on November 12 in Chandigarh and were meeting two alleged Sikh extremists, Jagtar Singh Hawara and Paramjit Singh Bheora, in the high security Burail prison. The two are Babbar Khalsa members are under a death sentence for a 1995 assassination of one-time Punjab Chief Minister Beant Singh.
According to the Times of India report, the RCMP had received permission to interview 12 persons who might have new information on that 1985 bombing.
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According to press reports in India (Times of India) and Canada (Canadian Press), the five officers met the Director General of Punjab Police on November 12 in Chandigarh and were meeting two alleged Sikh extremists, Jagtar Singh Hawara and Paramjit Singh Bheora, in the high security Burail prison. The two are Babbar Khalsa members are under a death sentence for a 1995 assassination of one-time Punjab Chief Minister Beant Singh.
According to the Times of India report, the RCMP had received permission to interview 12 persons who might have new information on that 1985 bombing.
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Labels: 1985 bombing, Air India bombing, Air India Flight 182, Canada's Royal Canadian Mounted Police, continuing probe of the 23-year old tragedy, high security Burail prison, Ireland
Thursday, November 27, 2008
Study led by Raghuveer ties childhood obesity, 'vascular aging'
It's something we've known for awhile, but now comes the hard evidence: The arteries of many children who are obese, or have high cholesterol levels, are as thick and stiff as those of 45-year-olds, according to a recent study, making them just as vulnerable to cardiovascular disease.
The study, led by Dr. Geetha Raghuveer, of the University of Missouri at Kansas City and presented to the American Heart Association at a recent meeting in New Orleans, reinforces well-known perceptions that childhood obesity and high cholesterol levels are making "vascular aging" a pediatric problem.
"I think it does add more data to the already existing knowledge that children with risk factors are at risk of early heart disease," Dr Raghuveer, a cardiologist at Children's Mercy Hospitals & Clinics in Kansas City, said in a telephone interview to News India-Times. "
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The study, led by Dr. Geetha Raghuveer, of the University of Missouri at Kansas City and presented to the American Heart Association at a recent meeting in New Orleans, reinforces well-known perceptions that childhood obesity and high cholesterol levels are making "vascular aging" a pediatric problem.
"I think it does add more data to the already existing knowledge that children with risk factors are at risk of early heart disease," Dr Raghuveer, a cardiologist at Children's Mercy Hospitals & Clinics in Kansas City, said in a telephone interview to News India-Times. "
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Wednesday, November 26, 2008
Indian researcher invents easy-to-control wheelchair
Pooja Viswanathan, a Ph.D. researcher in computer science at the University of British Columbia, has designed a 'smart' wheelchair that is expected to give disabled users more control over their movements.
The prototype, named Navigation and Obstacle Avoidance Help, or NOAH, is equipped with stereo-vision cameras and software that learns the patterns of behavior of a user.
"For navigation and for people suffering from cognitive impairments, audio prompts have been found to be more effective than visual cues," says Viswanathan in a UBC News article. "People with cognitive impairments often need extra time to process new information, so it's important that NOAH doesn't harangue them but rather offers suggestions at the right time."
These twin cameras, which act as 'human eyes,' and the software, can be attached to any ordinary powered wheelchair operating through a laptop under the seat.
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The prototype, named Navigation and Obstacle Avoidance Help, or NOAH, is equipped with stereo-vision cameras and software that learns the patterns of behavior of a user.
"For navigation and for people suffering from cognitive impairments, audio prompts have been found to be more effective than visual cues," says Viswanathan in a UBC News article. "People with cognitive impairments often need extra time to process new information, so it's important that NOAH doesn't harangue them but rather offers suggestions at the right time."
These twin cameras, which act as 'human eyes,' and the software, can be attached to any ordinary powered wheelchair operating through a laptop under the seat.
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Tuesday, November 25, 2008
India ranks first in foreign students coming to the United States
India continues to rank as the number one source country for foreign students coming to the U.S. for higher education, according to the latest annual report from the Institute for International Education (IIE). Foreign students contribute $15.5 billion to the U.S.economy, says the report entitled "Open Doors 2008," released November 17. It shows a majority of students prefer business and management studies with engineering coming in a close second.
The number of international students at colleges and universities in the United States increased by 7 percent to a record high of 623,805 in the 2007/08 academic year, and those coming from India increased by 13 percent to 94,563, the report showed.
India kept its top rank for the seventh consecutive year, and China was again the second leading sender, showing an increase of 20% for a total of 81,127 students. Those from third place South Korea increased 11% to 69,124.
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The number of international students at colleges and universities in the United States increased by 7 percent to a record high of 623,805 in the 2007/08 academic year, and those coming from India increased by 13 percent to 94,563, the report showed.
India kept its top rank for the seventh consecutive year, and China was again the second leading sender, showing an increase of 20% for a total of 81,127 students. Those from third place South Korea increased 11% to 69,124.
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Monday, November 24, 2008
Thousands flock to see Nepal's mystery 17 year old ‘Buddha boy'
Thousands of people flocked to a remote jungle in southeast Nepal to see a boy, some believe is a reincarnation of Lord Buddha, who reappeared after missing for more than a year, police said on November 11.
Seventeen year old Ram Bahadur Bamjon spoke to devotees from nearby villages on Nov. 10 in the remote forest in Ratanpuri, 150 km (93 miles) southeast of Kathmandu, Prakash Sen, a police constable said.
Bamjon made international headlines in 2005 when tens of thousands of people turned up to see him sitting cross-legged under a tree in a dense forest for nearly ten months, reportedly without food and water.
Hundreds of devotees, including many from neighboring India are trekking the five km (3.1 miles) site to see him on Nov. 11, Sen said.
"He spoke to the devotees standing near a temple in the forest," Sen said after a visit to the site.
"He had shoulder-length hair and had his body wrapped in a white cloth.
"Since many people are walking to see him, I think he has some of the qualities Lord Buddha had," he said.
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Seventeen year old Ram Bahadur Bamjon spoke to devotees from nearby villages on Nov. 10 in the remote forest in Ratanpuri, 150 km (93 miles) southeast of Kathmandu, Prakash Sen, a police constable said.
Bamjon made international headlines in 2005 when tens of thousands of people turned up to see him sitting cross-legged under a tree in a dense forest for nearly ten months, reportedly without food and water.
Hundreds of devotees, including many from neighboring India are trekking the five km (3.1 miles) site to see him on Nov. 11, Sen said.
"He spoke to the devotees standing near a temple in the forest," Sen said after a visit to the site.
"He had shoulder-length hair and had his body wrapped in a white cloth.
"Since many people are walking to see him, I think he has some of the qualities Lord Buddha had," he said.
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Friday, November 21, 2008
Government rejects latest Tamil Tiger truce offer
S ri Lanka's government rejected the latest Tamil Tiger truce offer out of hand on November 10, again demanding the separatist rebels surrender or be destroyed.
The Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eeelam (LTTE) on Nov. 8 and 9 reiterated what they say is a longstanding desire for a truce in the 25 year-old war, one of Asia's longest insurgencies.
The government has previously called the offer disingenuous.
In parliament, Agriculture Minister Maithripala Sirisena repeated President Mahinda Rajapaksa's stance, which has been in place since the government scrapped a 2002 ceasefire in January after accusing the LTTE of using it to rearm.
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The Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eeelam (LTTE) on Nov. 8 and 9 reiterated what they say is a longstanding desire for a truce in the 25 year-old war, one of Asia's longest insurgencies.
The government has previously called the offer disingenuous.
In parliament, Agriculture Minister Maithripala Sirisena repeated President Mahinda Rajapaksa's stance, which has been in place since the government scrapped a 2002 ceasefire in January after accusing the LTTE of using it to rearm.
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Thursday, November 20, 2008
Trendsetter of its time, story of an urban unemployed youth taking to crime
Guru Dutt's first film as a director, the crime thriller ‘Baazi' was the second film produced by Dev Anand's Navketan Films.
With screenplay by well known actor Balraj Sahani, the film stars Dev Anand, Geeta Bali, Kalpana Kartik, K.N. Singh, Roopa Verman, Krishna Dhawan, Johnny Walker, Rashid Khan and Raj Khosla.
Anand, the producer of the film is said to have given the chance to Dutt to make his directorial debut.
A trendsetter of its time, ‘Baazi' is the story of an urban unemployed youth taking to crime because of circumstances.
The film has excellent performance from Geeta Bali and equally unforgettable music by S. D. Burman.
With this film Anand picked up his style, which kept him on top, along with Dilip Kumar and Raj Kapoor, for decades to come.
A tribute to the Forties' Film Noir of Hollywood with the morally ambiguous hero, the transgressing siren, and shadow lighting, the film was very successful at the box-office.
Madan, played by Anand, comes from a poor family background. Unable to find employment, he takes to gambling in a big way. He makes a lot of money, and decides to open a gambling den, where he makes even more money.
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With screenplay by well known actor Balraj Sahani, the film stars Dev Anand, Geeta Bali, Kalpana Kartik, K.N. Singh, Roopa Verman, Krishna Dhawan, Johnny Walker, Rashid Khan and Raj Khosla.
Anand, the producer of the film is said to have given the chance to Dutt to make his directorial debut.
A trendsetter of its time, ‘Baazi' is the story of an urban unemployed youth taking to crime because of circumstances.
The film has excellent performance from Geeta Bali and equally unforgettable music by S. D. Burman.
With this film Anand picked up his style, which kept him on top, along with Dilip Kumar and Raj Kapoor, for decades to come.
A tribute to the Forties' Film Noir of Hollywood with the morally ambiguous hero, the transgressing siren, and shadow lighting, the film was very successful at the box-office.
Madan, played by Anand, comes from a poor family background. Unable to find employment, he takes to gambling in a big way. He makes a lot of money, and decides to open a gambling den, where he makes even more money.
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Wednesday, November 19, 2008
Newspapers and Televisions talk shows were filled with bruised feelings
In the days after Barack Obama's historic victory, Indians began to sound just like a long-suffering South Asian mother nagging her son abroad: Why haven't you called?
The U.S. president-elect had spoken to 15 world leaders, Indian newspapers reported, including Pakistani President Asif Ali Zardari, the leader of India's on-again, off-again adversary, with whom Obama was said to have chatted for 20 minutes.
So when Obama and Indian Prime Minister Manmohan Singh still hadn't connected over the weekend (November 8-9), newspapers and TV talk shows were filled with bruised feelings over what has been dubbed "the no-call incident." ‘Obama snubs India,' read a headline on the OneIndia news portal.
"You found time to call Pakistan," chided Azhar Usman, a visiting Indian American stand-up comic performing at a New Delhi college campus on November 9. "Why not call India?" he said, wagging his finger. "We are waiting."
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The U.S. president-elect had spoken to 15 world leaders, Indian newspapers reported, including Pakistani President Asif Ali Zardari, the leader of India's on-again, off-again adversary, with whom Obama was said to have chatted for 20 minutes.
So when Obama and Indian Prime Minister Manmohan Singh still hadn't connected over the weekend (November 8-9), newspapers and TV talk shows were filled with bruised feelings over what has been dubbed "the no-call incident." ‘Obama snubs India,' read a headline on the OneIndia news portal.
"You found time to call Pakistan," chided Azhar Usman, a visiting Indian American stand-up comic performing at a New Delhi college campus on November 9. "Why not call India?" he said, wagging his finger. "We are waiting."
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Tuesday, November 18, 2008
Chopra honored for outstanding achievement in films
A Kazakh comedy about a family coping with the harsh life of sheep and goat herding on a barren landscape took top honors at the second annual Asia-Pacific Screen Awards on November 11.
The film ‘Tulpan', the first feature film by Kazakh documentary-maker Sergey Dvortsevoy, is set in southern Kazakhstan and tells of a young nomad who returns from military service to a family yurt and tries to win the heart of his neighbor, Tulpan.
The film, which won several awards including the top prize in the Un Certain Regard sidebar at the Cannes Film Festival, beat Hong Kong's ‘Men Jeuk' (Sparrow), Turkish film ‘Uc Maymun' (Three Monkeys), ‘Om Shanti Om' from India, and China's ‘The Red Awn' for top prize.
Yash Chopra, founder of Yashraj Films and a major player in the Indian film industry, was awarded the International Federation of Film Producers Associations (FIAPF) Award for outstanding achievement in film in the Asia Pacific region.
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The film ‘Tulpan', the first feature film by Kazakh documentary-maker Sergey Dvortsevoy, is set in southern Kazakhstan and tells of a young nomad who returns from military service to a family yurt and tries to win the heart of his neighbor, Tulpan.
The film, which won several awards including the top prize in the Un Certain Regard sidebar at the Cannes Film Festival, beat Hong Kong's ‘Men Jeuk' (Sparrow), Turkish film ‘Uc Maymun' (Three Monkeys), ‘Om Shanti Om' from India, and China's ‘The Red Awn' for top prize.
Yash Chopra, founder of Yashraj Films and a major player in the Indian film industry, was awarded the International Federation of Film Producers Associations (FIAPF) Award for outstanding achievement in film in the Asia Pacific region.
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Monday, November 17, 2008
Kerala Tourism Minister in United States to promote Kerala
The India Tourism office in New York hosted a delegation from Kerala led by Kodiyeri Balakrishnan, Minister for Home, Vigilance and Tourism, Government of Kerala, at the Utsav Restaurant in Midtown Manhattan, New York, on November 6. The delegation, which is on a visit to the U.S. to promote Kerala tourism, met with representatives of the travel trade and the Indian American media in San Francisco, Miami and New York.
Minister Balakrishnan spoke to News IndiaTimes in an exclusive interview at the event. He said, "Kerala, which was being presented as ‘God's Own Country, The Incredible State of Kerala', was the foremost Indian state in terms of tourism growth with 20 percent increase in tourists last year and 25 percent increase in revenue from tourism. "
His major thrust was to market the state's tourist attractions to more countries in Asia, Europe and North America. With the development of destinations in northern Kerala, the minister said that places like Bekal Fort Beach in Kasaragod district, Muzhappilangad, which is the only drive-in beach in the state and the hilly areas of Wayanad district were some of the places which were being promoted along with the well-known destinations.
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Minister Balakrishnan spoke to News IndiaTimes in an exclusive interview at the event. He said, "Kerala, which was being presented as ‘God's Own Country, The Incredible State of Kerala', was the foremost Indian state in terms of tourism growth with 20 percent increase in tourists last year and 25 percent increase in revenue from tourism. "
His major thrust was to market the state's tourist attractions to more countries in Asia, Europe and North America. With the development of destinations in northern Kerala, the minister said that places like Bekal Fort Beach in Kasaragod district, Muzhappilangad, which is the only drive-in beach in the state and the hilly areas of Wayanad district were some of the places which were being promoted along with the well-known destinations.
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Friday, November 14, 2008
Silicon Valley professionals positive about Obama, wary about economy
Barack Obama's election is good news for high-tech industries from the U.S. perspective, but how it will play out for Indian high-tech industries with American business ties is uncertain, according to a leading Indian Silicon Valley professional.
"If you are talking from a U.S. perspective, I think he (Obama) will pay pretty good attention to high-tech," says Sanjay Wadge, president of the Santa Clara, Calif.-based Silicon Valley Indian Professionals Association.
"That's one of the plus points of the U.S.economy always. Innovation is the key to programs. Keeping that in mind, I don't think he can divert from there. In fact, he needs to put more attention on it, and I think he will. He already talked about green energy and nuclear energy initiatives. I think he will be good from a U.S. perspective."
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"If you are talking from a U.S. perspective, I think he (Obama) will pay pretty good attention to high-tech," says Sanjay Wadge, president of the Santa Clara, Calif.-based Silicon Valley Indian Professionals Association.
"That's one of the plus points of the U.S.economy always. Innovation is the key to programs. Keeping that in mind, I don't think he can divert from there. In fact, he needs to put more attention on it, and I think he will. He already talked about green energy and nuclear energy initiatives. I think he will be good from a U.S. perspective."
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Thursday, November 13, 2008
Colorful views of India to delight collectors of rare books and prints
Good news for those old fashioned collectors of rare books and prints who are put off by the astronomical prices of contemporary Indian art.
So theby's London has announced a sale to delight the adventurer and the bibliophile in (some, not every) modern, urban adult a sale of Natural History, Travel, Atlases and Maps on Nov. 13.
The sale includes a selection of rare books and illustrations compiled from the drawings of European mountaineers and travelers drawn to India.
Highlights of the sale include a collection of books from the library of mountaineer and photographer Nikolaos Tombazis, as well as William Simpson's and Sir John William Kaye's extremely rare series of vibrantly colored illustrations that capture the beautiful views and everyday scenes of 19th century India.
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So theby's London has announced a sale to delight the adventurer and the bibliophile in (some, not every) modern, urban adult a sale of Natural History, Travel, Atlases and Maps on Nov. 13.
The sale includes a selection of rare books and illustrations compiled from the drawings of European mountaineers and travelers drawn to India.
Highlights of the sale include a collection of books from the library of mountaineer and photographer Nikolaos Tombazis, as well as William Simpson's and Sir John William Kaye's extremely rare series of vibrantly colored illustrations that capture the beautiful views and everyday scenes of 19th century India.
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Wednesday, November 12, 2008
Democrat Ashwin Madia loses Congressional bid
In a nationally high profile race for the U.S.Congress, Minnesota Democrat Ashwin Madia lost his bid from District 3 securing 41 percent of the vote against his opponent Republican candidate's 49 percent. The Iraq War veteran made a strong showing in a traditionally Republican stronghold that had been targeted by the Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee as one it wanted to turn Blue from Red.
"Obviously, those who voted for Obama, voted Republican for other seats on the ballot," Dan Pollock, Madia's Communications Director told News India-Times. "There were no coattails from Obama," he added.
"Having it be more about foreign policy rather than the economy may have hurt us," Pollock analyzed. "But our message was right."
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"Obviously, those who voted for Obama, voted Republican for other seats on the ballot," Dan Pollock, Madia's Communications Director told News India-Times. "There were no coattails from Obama," he added.
"Having it be more about foreign policy rather than the economy may have hurt us," Pollock analyzed. "But our message was right."
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Tuesday, November 11, 2008
From Paris to New Delhi people now feel more connected to America
Through tears and whoops of joy, in celebrations that spilled onto streets on distant continents, people around the globe called Barack Obama's election a victory for the world and a renewal of America's ability to inspire.
By electing a youthful African-American with chestnut-colored skin, the United States has chosen a man whose face seems familiar and comforting in most of the world.
From Paris to New Delhi to the beaches of Brazil, revelers said Obama's election made them feel more connected to America, and that America, after years of strained relations, seemed suddenly more connected to the world.
"As a black British woman, I can't believe that America has voted in a black president," said Jackie Humphries, 49, a librarian who partied with 1,500 people at the U.S. Embassy in London on November 4 night.
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By electing a youthful African-American with chestnut-colored skin, the United States has chosen a man whose face seems familiar and comforting in most of the world.
From Paris to New Delhi to the beaches of Brazil, revelers said Obama's election made them feel more connected to America, and that America, after years of strained relations, seemed suddenly more connected to the world.
"As a black British woman, I can't believe that America has voted in a black president," said Jackie Humphries, 49, a librarian who partied with 1,500 people at the U.S. Embassy in London on November 4 night.
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Monday, November 10, 2008
Barack Obama's historical outcome is victory for printed press
Apparently looking for something old to go with something new (Barack Obama) and something blue (a more Democratic Congress), the American people bought newspapers in huge numbers Wednesday (November 5), a day after the historic election of the nation's first black president.
From the nation's largest daily, USA Today, to its more modest broadsheets, newspapers expanded press runs to accommodate increased sales. Some sold special gift editions and framed front pages.
But even the expanded production left many news racks barren and consumers scrambling to snag a memento. Readers lined up from Los Angeles to Miami to buy copies of their daily paper.
The Chicago Tribune sold framed front pages for as much as $99. A single copy of Wednesday's The New York Times sold on e-Bay for a reported $249.99.
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From the nation's largest daily, USA Today, to its more modest broadsheets, newspapers expanded press runs to accommodate increased sales. Some sold special gift editions and framed front pages.
But even the expanded production left many news racks barren and consumers scrambling to snag a memento. Readers lined up from Los Angeles to Miami to buy copies of their daily paper.
The Chicago Tribune sold framed front pages for as much as $99. A single copy of Wednesday's The New York Times sold on e-Bay for a reported $249.99.
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Labels: American people, Barack Obama, daily paper, Democratic Congress, historic election, Los Angeles, nation's first black president, newspapers, Readers lined up, USA Today
Friday, November 7, 2008
Pope Benedict calls on Iraq, India to protect Christians
Pope Benedict called on October 26 on the governments and religious leaders of Iraq and India to protect Christian minorities where they have been persecuted.
Addressing the faithful gathered in St.Peter's Square for his weekly blessing, the pope said Christians were suffering the "tragedy" of religious oppression in countries where they have thrived for centuries.
"(I) call the attention of the international community, of religious leaders and of all people of goodwill to the tragedy that is happening in certain countries of the east where Christians are victims of intolerance and cruel violence, killed, threatened and forced to abandon their homes and roam in search of refuge," he said.
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Addressing the faithful gathered in St.Peter's Square for his weekly blessing, the pope said Christians were suffering the "tragedy" of religious oppression in countries where they have thrived for centuries.
"(I) call the attention of the international community, of religious leaders and of all people of goodwill to the tragedy that is happening in certain countries of the east where Christians are victims of intolerance and cruel violence, killed, threatened and forced to abandon their homes and roam in search of refuge," he said.
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Thursday, November 6, 2008
'Roadside Romeo' is Walt Disney's entry into Bollywood
The tale of a dog finding true love after being bandoned in a Mumbai slum is Walt Disney Co's first stab at a local-language film in India, and signals Hollywood's serious intentions in the fast growing market.
Disney partnered with Yash Raj Films for the Hindi-language animated film 'Roadside Romeo' that opened on October 24.
Disney's first local partnership for an Indian film. Disney, which has also bought a children's Hindi-language television channel, is now eyeing regional films, as are NBC, Viacom, Sony Pictures, Warner Brothers and Twentieth Century Fox.
"For Hollywood studios, expanding globally no longer means only pushing their product in these markets," said Smita Jha, entertainment analyst at Price water house Coopers (PWC).
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Disney partnered with Yash Raj Films for the Hindi-language animated film 'Roadside Romeo' that opened on October 24.
Disney's first local partnership for an Indian film. Disney, which has also bought a children's Hindi-language television channel, is now eyeing regional films, as are NBC, Viacom, Sony Pictures, Warner Brothers and Twentieth Century Fox.
"For Hollywood studios, expanding globally no longer means only pushing their product in these markets," said Smita Jha, entertainment analyst at Price water house Coopers (PWC).
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Wednesday, November 5, 2008
Common problems of digestive system affect millions
Problems of the digestive system, such as constipation, diarrhea, and gas, are extremely common and affect millions people in the U.S .each year.
Digestive ailments occur more frequently in women than in men and may be made worse by changes in hormone levels caused by menstruation and pregnancy.
Constipation is marked by infrequent bowel movements. Signs of constipation can include having fewer than three bowel movements a week, firm or hard to pass stools, abdominal swelling or bloating, straining during bowel movements, and a full feeling after a bowel movement.
You can help avoid constipation by eating a high-fiber diet (at least 25 grams of fiber each day), drinking plenty of fluids, exercising, and using the bathroom when you have the urge.
Your doctor may also adjust your current medications or prescribe laxatives or other therapies.
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Digestive ailments occur more frequently in women than in men and may be made worse by changes in hormone levels caused by menstruation and pregnancy.
Constipation is marked by infrequent bowel movements. Signs of constipation can include having fewer than three bowel movements a week, firm or hard to pass stools, abdominal swelling or bloating, straining during bowel movements, and a full feeling after a bowel movement.
You can help avoid constipation by eating a high-fiber diet (at least 25 grams of fiber each day), drinking plenty of fluids, exercising, and using the bathroom when you have the urge.
Your doctor may also adjust your current medications or prescribe laxatives or other therapies.
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Labels: Abdominal pain, changes in hormone levels, diarrhea, Digestive ailments, digestive system, drinking plenty of fluids, exercising, high-fiber diet, irritable bowel syndrome, medications
Tuesday, November 4, 2008
Film maker replaces Bachchan with Akshay
Oscar nominated Canadian film maker Deepa Mehta announced earlier this month she was hiring Akshay Kumar to portray the lead character, Gurdit Singh, for her latest movie in the making - 'Komagata Maru' - the 1914 incident when a c carrying 376 passengers, mostly Indians, to Canada was turned away at Vancouver harbor.
Mehta had already planned to cast Big B, Amitabh Bachchan for the role but due to Canadian law, she had to have at least one Canadian actor in a leading role to qualify for federal financing. Akshay Kumar has Canadian citizenship.
The film which goes into production in 2009, portrays "high level government intrigue, duplicity, racism, spying, military engagements, court battles, sedition, and assassination," says a release from Hamilton-Mehta Productions.
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Mehta had already planned to cast Big B, Amitabh Bachchan for the role but due to Canadian law, she had to have at least one Canadian actor in a leading role to qualify for federal financing. Akshay Kumar has Canadian citizenship.
The film which goes into production in 2009, portrays "high level government intrigue, duplicity, racism, spying, military engagements, court battles, sedition, and assassination," says a release from Hamilton-Mehta Productions.
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Labels: Akshay Kumar, Amitabh Bachchan, Canadian actor, Canadian law, Deepa Mehta, hiring, Japanese ship, Komagata Maru, Oscar nominated Canadian film maker, Vancouver harbor
Monday, November 3, 2008
Charles County student's AP excellence draws notice
Although 205 Charles County, Maryland public school students were recognized for exceptional achievement on college-level Advanced Placement (AP) exams, one student stood out.
Ashin Shah took 17 of the tests in his high school career and received the highest possible score, 5, on every single one, placing him among the academic elite not only locally but nationwide, College Board officials said.
To begin with, few students take that many AP tests. The fact that Shah scored a 5 on each one is "pretty outstanding," said Jennifer Topiel, a spokeswoman for the College Board, which administers the tests.
"It's not your average student who takes that many tests and does that well," she said.
In the spring, Shah graduated as valedictorian from Thomas Stone High School in Waldorf.
He was the student member of the Charles County Board of Education last school year and a National Merit Scholar.
Shah is a freshman at Harvard University.
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Ashin Shah took 17 of the tests in his high school career and received the highest possible score, 5, on every single one, placing him among the academic elite not only locally but nationwide, College Board officials said.
To begin with, few students take that many AP tests. The fact that Shah scored a 5 on each one is "pretty outstanding," said Jennifer Topiel, a spokeswoman for the College Board, which administers the tests.
"It's not your average student who takes that many tests and does that well," she said.
In the spring, Shah graduated as valedictorian from Thomas Stone High School in Waldorf.
He was the student member of the Charles County Board of Education last school year and a National Merit Scholar.
Shah is a freshman at Harvard University.
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Labels: achievement, Advanced Placement exams, career, Charles County Board of Education, college-level, students, valedictorian, Waldorf
Saturday, November 1, 2008
Indo-Canadians celebrate Diwali across the country
Every year Indo Canadians, joined by many who are not of Indian descent, celebrate Diwali in traditional and modern ways and also use the occasion to fund raise for good causes. This year celebrations began in early October and go on till some time in November.
Prime Minister Stephen Harper's October 24 message, came on the heels of his successful outreach to Indo-Canadians fetching him larger-than-ever voter support in the Oct. 14 general elections. There was the annual Diwali party on Parliament Hill in Ottawa on Oct.30, organized by long time Conservative MP Deepak Obhrai of Calgary, Alberta.
But festivities began long before. On Oct.5, a 'Diwali Mela' was held at the Pearson Convention Center in north Toronto. On Oct. 24, the 'Diwali Dhamaka 2008' took place at the same location organized by the group Dilwale Dilliwale.
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Prime Minister Stephen Harper's October 24 message, came on the heels of his successful outreach to Indo-Canadians fetching him larger-than-ever voter support in the Oct. 14 general elections. There was the annual Diwali party on Parliament Hill in Ottawa on Oct.30, organized by long time Conservative MP Deepak Obhrai of Calgary, Alberta.
But festivities began long before. On Oct.5, a 'Diwali Mela' was held at the Pearson Convention Center in north Toronto. On Oct. 24, the 'Diwali Dhamaka 2008' took place at the same location organized by the group Dilwale Dilliwale.
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To read the epaper, visit: http://www.newsindia-times.com
Labels: celebrate, diwali, Gerard India bazaar, Indian descent, Indo Canadians, Prime Minister Stephen Harper, voter support
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