Tabla, 14 December 2012

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  • 25 1 tabla! THE HEARTBEAT O F THE INDIAN CO MMUNITY OMMUNITY MICA (P) 042/11/2012 SINGAPORE, WEEKEND OF FRIDAY, DECEMBER 14,2012 Sfil A SINGAPORE PRESS HOLDINGS PUBLICATION
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    • 118 1 TIPS FROM BOLLYWOOD HEROINES TO STAY FIT PAGES 14 15 ROM WOOD INES AY FIT S 14 15 THE HEARTBEAT O F THE INDIAN CO OMMUNITY KASHMIR’S SAFFRON FIELDS AND A ROYAL ROMANCE PAGE 2 GREAT PLACES CATCH THE LIGHTS IN SINGAPORE PAGES 4 5 GREAT PLACES TO CATCH THE
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  • INDIA
    • Article, Illustration
      571 2 The fields that produce the rich spice are a reminder of Kashmir's royal romance Indo-Asian News Service A 16TH-CENTURY royal was smitten by the beauty and voice of a singer-poetess in the south Kashmir highlands during a moonlit November night amid the fragrance and magical colours of the
      Indo-Asian News Service; PHOTOS: IANS  -  571 words
    • 707 3 Kerala’s Startup Village aims to create world class ecosystem for aspiring entrepreneurs IT STARTED on a modest scale in April. And the venture is called Startup Village, with just 5,000 sq ft of space. Today, its size has doubled and another 25,000 sq ft will be
      PHOTOS: REUTERS  -  707 words
  • Page 2 Advertisements
    • 39 2 a kpC\^KaXt\( m International School Affiliated to CBSE, New Delhi, India. CPE registered Foreign System School. Admissions Open Class 11 r Class 1-10 Montesson Kindergarten 3, Hu Ching Road, Taman Jurong, Singapore *****1 Phone 6265 2342 Hotline: 9040 5969
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  • SINGAPORE
    • 209 4  -  how and where Here’s festivities the enjoy to TEXT: PRISCILLA GOY CHRISTMAS VILLAGE Some of the limited edition merchandise, modelled after Orchard Road’s Christmas decorations, will be on sale here. Christmas merchandise will also be on sale at the two gift shops along Orchard Road. Y
      PHOTOS: LIM VAOHUI FOR THE STRAITS TIMES ST GRAPHICS  -  209 words
    • 142 5 The Xmas lights and decorations are up not just in Orchard Road and they are delighting Singaporeans and tourists alike Tall and bright... the Supertrees at the Gardens By The Bay are all handsomely decorated for the festive season and are also part of the
      PHOTOS: THE STRAITS TIMES  -  142 words
    • 600 6  -  Shubhangi is one of 210 performers who helped raise $2m for Straits Times Pocket Money Fund JAYASHREE PANICKER tabla@sph.com.sg WHEN Shubhangi Das was selected to perform for the ChildAid 2012 concert, she was happy and sad at the same time. The former NPS
      PHOTOS: THE STRAITS TIMES  -  600 words
    • 160 9 33 million Book loans made at the Singapore libraries in 2011 30% Drop in the number of Indonesian maids coming to work in Singapore, as estimated by maid agencies, once the minimum wage for all Indonesians starts next month 541 Weddings held in Singapore on 12-12-12 20 motorists
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    • 331 9 “India and Pakistan have to realise the dividends of peace are enormous. This animosity has hindered the growth of the subcontinent.” Former Pakistani cricketer Imran Khan, who is now a politician, during a visit to Singapore “What a relief, given the pressure and stress that has been
      PHOTO: REUTERS  -  331 words
    • 380 10 / 11 SPEAKER of Parliament and People’s Action Party (PAP) MP Michael Palmer (right) resigned on Dec 12 after confessing to an extramarital affair, sparking speculation on whether a by-elec-tion will be called to fill his vacated Punggol East seat. M r P a l mer 44-year-old
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    • 106 10 / 11 Minister for National Development Khaw Boon Wan (left, with Children from the Down Syndrome Association) launched Gardens by the Bay’s “Gift of Gardens” on Dec 11. It is a new community outreach programme for disadvantaged children, youth, families and the elderly. Gardens by the Bay will work
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    • 215 10 / 11 THE sixth Naam Ras Kirtan Darbar will see people from all walks of life come together to perform sewa (selfless service). It will be held from Dec 27 to 30 at the Singapore Expo Hall 7. Since the inaugural event in December 2002, the Naam
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    • 122 10 / 11 Wish COme true... Hamalatha Letchemanan, 10, thanking Singapore Press Holdings (SPH) employee Betty Tan, 57, for her gift. She was among 48 children from the Trans Family Service Centre (Bedok) who attended a Christmas party hosted by SPH on Dec 12. The children received gifts and played
      PHOTO: THE STRAITS TIMES  -  122 words
    • 330 10 / 11 HOUSING and transport were the hottest topics last year on the REACH platforms but for the first 11 months of 2012, Singaporeans were more concerned about the issues of foreigners, population and immigration. In a press statement released by the Government’s official feedback
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    • singapore snippets
      • 105 10 / 11 HIGH Court Justice Philip Pillai (right) left the Bench on Dec 12 on reaching the retirement age of 65. He served as a High Court judge for only 30 months, one of the shortest terms spent in the position in Singapore. But in that time, he
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      • 112 10 / 11 NEARLY half the respondents in a marriage survey had at some point considered divorce. But despite stress factors such as interference by in-laws and infidelity, some couples held on due to the belief that marriage involves sacrifice, the influence of family, friends and religious advisors,
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      • 131 10 / 11 SINGAPORE Airlines said on Dec 11 it has agreed to sell its 49 per cent stake in Britain’s Virgin Atlantic for US$360 million (S$440 million) to US carrier Delta Air Lines. Delta and Virgin have agreed to a transatlantic joint venture that will see them
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      • 77 10 / 11 SINGAPORE’S primary and secondary school students remain world beaters in mathematics, science and reading, according to two international benchmarking studies released yesterday. The test scores showed that not only did Singapore increase its share of top performers, but the weaker students also moved up, improving their
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    • 349 12 / 13 FIVE years ago, BLPL Singapore started container operations with just 300 standard-sized containers. Today, that number has risen to 18,000. Recognising the achievement, the company was awarded the prestigious Enterprise 50 Award on Nov 22. BLPL is a subsidiary of Transworld Group Singapore and when it
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    • Article, Illustration
      708 12 / 13  -  More and more Indian authors are launching their books in Singapore DEEPIKA SHETTY deepikas@sph.com.sg SERIAL rejections led to hawking his book on Mumbai’s beaches. When Indian screenwriter and author Aditya Kripalani chose to launch his second novel Front Seat in Singapore, there was no ribbon or unveiling. Just
      PHOTOS COURTESY OF ADITYA KRIPALANI, KRISHNA UDAYASANKAR AND ZAFAR ANJUM  -  708 words
    • 262 12 / 13 The Resurgence Of Satyam: The Global IT Giant by Zafar Anjum Singapore-based tech journalist Zafar Anjum’s non-fiction book looks at the resurgence of Satyam, scandal-hit Indian IT services company. Critics have lauded the “screenplay writing technique” he uses and called it an “insightful read”. Singapore Decalogue by
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  • EDUCATION
    • 523 7 India’s finance minister and other senior officials call for revamp of education sector INDIA is known for producing top quality graduates who are the envy of the rest of the world. But institutions producing such students are few in number. That there is a need
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    • 388 8  -  There’s more to school than homework and exams. That’s why tabla! has this page for students of three Indian schools here to play reporter and photographer (This page is rotated among the schools. Next week, NPS) VAISHALEE RAJARAMAN, Class 11 FOR the first time GIIS Queenstown campus
      PHOTOS: GIIS  -  388 words
    • SCHOOL SNAPSHOTS
      • 217 8  -  ADIT KHANNA, CLASS 7B PRAMESH SINGHAVI, Class 5B THE ACSIS U-12 season started off with a bang. We were resolute about winning this season even with the new set of rules: Batsmen went in pairs and batted 4 overs, the team score was to start at
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      • Article, Illustration
        167 8  -  PREETI GOVARDHAN MAHEEP KAUR RAINA, Class 4B WE EXPERIENCED Service with Happiness on Oct 24, when the GIIS Queenstown Primary SEVA group went to Queenstown Multi-Service Centre which provides day care and rehabilitative services for the elderly. About 24 of us went on this visit. For both
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    • 311 7 'N m m jy i. Ml: "I see the outstanding academic results and I am quite impressed by how the school consistently produces highachieving toppers." Mr Gurumurthy Viswanathan Parent of Swati, Class 9, GIIS Queenstown Campus student (2012 Testimonial) GIIS' focus on providing a strong academic foundation and holistic development,
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  • Page 9 Advertisements
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  • Page 10 / 11 Advertisements
    • 66 10 / 11 ALL-NEW! An interactive, style-driven interior design website for homeowners and decor enthusiasts. homes Draw inspiration from over 2,400 pictures of real homes. mood board Store your renovation ideas online, and share them via social networks. Two things going for this bedroom: grey stripes. promotions products Hundreds of furniture items, furnishings
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    • 160 12 / 13 Delivering Value M DTDC India's Largest Express Company NOW IN SINGAPORE Air Express (Imports) Door pick-up from anywhere in India to Door delivery anywhere in Singapore Up to 10 kgs SGD 8.00* per kilo 10 kgs+ SGD 7.00* per kilo 25 kgs+ SGD 6.00* per kilo Air Express (Exports) From
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  • ENTERTAINMENT
    • 459 14 / 15 Leading actresses give aspiring stars tips to keep in shape and still stay healthy Bollywood News Service Vidya Balan (left): Sleep, food and water are as important as exercise. Don’t focus on weight. Focus on keeping fit and you will lose weight. That’s what happened
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  • FOOD
    • 543 16  -  There is so much to try at Bikanervala’s chaat mela that it’s best you go with a group SHEELA NARAYANAN sheela@sph.com.sg WHENBikanervalaopened its outlet in Little India in September, a thrill of excitment ran through the Indian foodie community. My colleague who had taken his
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    • 269 16 SONY RUNNING TO PACKED HOUSES "WEEK AFTER WEEK K s 3 idiofs I n i sto-M -b CH 131 ROCKING new RELEASES TOR 2013 CH 131 t>|0 CH 668 CH 131 m|0 CH 668 v CH 131 m l° CH 6l ....WITH A LIBRARy OF qOO* MOVIES!! AB iak UAAN
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  • NEWS
    • Article, Illustration
      776 17 as far as the quality of whisky is concerned TIME is whisky’s most important ingredient. Besides the water, location and storage processes, that number on the bottles plays a very important role. It is a stamp of guarantee of the age of the amber liquid you are planning
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  • Page 17 Advertisements
    • 31 17 For more details about special Christmas packages for The Glenlivet and Chivas Regal, contact Pernod Ricard Singapore’s senior manager (public relations) and brand ambassador Rajan Menon at rajan.menon@pernod-ricard-singapore.com or call 6235-5055.
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  • Page 18 Advertisements
    • 85 18 Align Your Appearance with the Youthfulness You Feel Within! Call 6285 2080 for an obligation free consultation. t l m Our Medical Aesthetic Services indude:Zeltiq Non Surgical Fat Reduction Botox and Injectible Fillers Pimples, Acne Scars and Pigmentation Treatment Laser and IPL Skin Rejuvenation Scar Reduction and Tattoo Removal Laser
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  • Page 18 Miscellaneous
    • 291 18 FUTURE SPEAKS KAMAL KAPOOR Aries Your colleagues and superiors may not recognise your efforts at work but do not let this discourage you. Taurus There may be positive news regarding a promotion or a new job opportunity. But do take care of your health this week. Gemini Love is in
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    • 262 18 TV HIGHLIGHTS friday 12.45pm STAR GOLD: Albela 1.30pm VIJAY TV: Meenakshi Thiruvilayadal 2.30pm SONY MAX: Aanchal 7pm ZEE CINEMA: The Great Indian Butterfly 9pm VASANTHAM: Poi Satchi VTV: Manmadan Ambu 11pm Ullathai Allitha 11.30pm SONY MAX: Dangerous Ishhq Mn STAR GOLD: Kites Saturday 12.30pm ZEE CINEMA: Uff Kya Jadoo Mohobbat
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  • RELAX
    • Article, Illustration
      391 19 EXHIBITION 45-65: Liberation, Unrest... A New Nation is an exhibition by the National Archives of Singapore and the National Museum of Singapore about the tumultuous period of post-war Singapore up until its independence in August 1965. Free admission. When: Until Jan 27, 10am to 6pm Where: National Museum
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    • 62 19 TALK The Radha Madhav Satsang is presenting a talk on the Bhagvad Gita and Srimad Bhagwatam. Free admission. When: Until Dec 22, 7.30pm Where: At Sri Layan Sithi Vinayagar Temple, 73 Keong Saik Street (until Dec 18); at Radha Kunj, 43 Cuff Road, off Serangoon
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      189 19  -  DEREK O’BRIEN 1. What is the name of Dennis the Menace’s dog? a) Joey b) Ruff c) Happy 2. Which piece of equipment found in all aeroplanes is missing from a glider? a) Engine b) Cockpit c) Wings 3. Which waterfall dried up on the night of March 29,
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  • Page 19 Miscellaneous
    • 326 19 ACROSS 1 Inflatable floatable 5 Rose oil 10 Wood-carver’s tool 14 Emerald Isle 15 Put off, at a meeting 16 Lecherous look 17 Wedding party member 19 Ruler in Rimsky-Korsakov operas 20IOU component 21 “In the headlights” animal 22 Messages via modem 24 Author Fleming 25 Collect-all the-cards game 26
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    • 66 19 SUDOKU The objective is to place the digits 1 to 9 only, once in each of the small 3x3 squares. At the same time, you must create a row of unique digits going across and down over the large grid. DID YOU KNOW India has 27 indigenous breeds of cows
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  • SPORTS
    • 711 21  -  Final whistle blown for Singapore’s former World Cup referee George Suppiah SURESH NAIR tabla@sph.com.sg IT WAS my birthday on Dec 8, but I did not blow out candles on the cake. Instead I blew a whistle, at the end of an eulogy I gave at the funeral of
      PHOTO: SURESH NAIR  -  711 words
    • 1151 22/23  -  Sachin will quit when his heart tells him to HEMANT KENKRE in Mumbai tabla@sph.com.sg Hemant Kenkre, a cricket analyst, is a former Bombay University opener who has captained the Cricket Club of India. WITH India’s humiliating loss in two consecutive Test matches against England at the Wankhede
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    • 1105 22/23  -  Batting icon keeps everyone guessing about his retirement RONOJOY SEN tabla@sph.com.sg The writer is visiting senior research fellow at the Institute of South Asian Studies, National University of Singapore. AS INDIA struggles to avoid a rare Test series defeat at home, another compelling story continues to
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    • star column
      • 966 24  -  A lot of good can come out of the India-England series if the Indian authourities conduct a review and are willing to listen HARSHA BHOGLE tabla@sph.com.sg WHILE none of us likes to lose, and we often try as hard as we can to delay or overcome defeat,
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