Tabla, 4 December 2009
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Title Section25 2009-12-04 1 tabla! THE HEARTBEAT O F THE INDIAN CO MM MICA (P) 181/03/2009 SINGAPORE, WEEKEND OF FRIDAY, DECEMBER 4 2009 SfJl A SINGAPORE PRESS HOLDINGS PUBLICATION25 words
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Article, Illustration211 2009-12-04 1 If you’re planning a festive party, how about giving it some Indian flavour? YES, it’s been a tough year. But that’s all the more reason you should celebrate this year-end. After all, you did survive what was possibly the worst economic storm the world has seen in211 words
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INDIA
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Article, Illustration1318 2009-12-04 2/3 PATRICK JONAS - It’s business as usual it seems but workers returning home could be a problem PATRICK JONAS patrickj@sph.com.sg OLD-TIMERS will tell you that Dubai’s early growth as a trading port had a lot to do with Indian workers. Newcomers to the desert city don’t need to1,318 words
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Article, Illustration101 2009-12-04 2/3 TERROR...India’s ministry of home affairs organised a one-hour event on Nov 29 to mark the Mumbai terror attacks last year. The event, called A Nation In Solidarity Against Terror, was held at Delhi’s India Gate and attended by political leaders, sports personalities and celebrities. Conceptualised by BollywoodPHOTO: IANS - 101 words
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Article184 2009-12-04 2/3 SINGAPORE-BASED RSH Ltd, which is majority owned by Du-bai-based Emaar Properties, says it is not affected by the Dubai happenings. In a statement to tabla! the company said that “operationally and financially, RSH is managed independently of its key shareholders”. RSH also clarified that contrary to a news184 words
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Article, Illustration472 2009-12-04 4/5 IT firm’s office and training area near Mysore has sports facilities, medical centre, a store, a bank, seven food courts and even a meditation hall MUCH has been written about the IT work being done in Bangalore. But if you travel 140km south-west to Mysore, you willPHOTOS:INFOSYS - 472 words
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Article, Illustration595 2009-12-04 6 Step back in time at the ruins of the Nalanda University, the Dholavira site and the Red Fort WONDERS OF INDIA Part 6 THERE is no dearth of tourist spots in India, many of them dotted with architectural monuments. When Indian viewers were asked earlier this yearPHOTOS: INDIA TOURISM, GUJARAT TOURISM - 595 words
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PERSONALITY
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Article, Illustration1005 2009-12-04 8 with Jawharilal Rajendran - with Jawharilal Rajendran with Jawharilal Rajendran raj@sph.com.sg WHEN he walked away from football in 1992, former Singapore captain Thambiah Pathmanathan left behind an illustrious 14-year career which included the Player of the Year award that year. Little did he know there was extra time still toPHOTO: BERITA HARIAN - 1,005 words
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SINGAPORE
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Article212 2009-12-04 9 $12.1 million Amount Nigeria will spend on buying fast patrol boats from Singapore’s Suncraft International 22,853 Phantom employees being paid salaries by the Municipal Corporation of Delhi $9.2 million Amount Singaporean Christina Lau, 36, is suing her husband and his motor insurers for believed to be one of212 words
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Article, Illustration331 2009-12-04 9 “Indian publishing shall now be divided into preand postChetan Bhagat.” Publisher Rupa And Co’s Kapish Mehra on the writer of hot-sellers like Five Point Someone and Two States: The Story Of My Marriage “If permanent residents can carry blue identity cards, collect CPF, are allowed to buyPHOTOS: IANS - 331 words
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Article155 2009-12-04 11 SINGAPOREANS may soon be granted visas on arrival at India’s airports. A senior official from India’s ministry of external affairs told The Straits Times that “the matter is under consideration and a decision could be weeks away”. The decision to grant Singaporeans visas on arrival155 words
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singapore news
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Article135 2009-12-04 11 VOTERS will get an extra “cooling-off” day at the next General Election, a 24-hour period during which campaigning will not be allowed so that voters can reflect on their decision. In announcing the change, which will also apply to the presidential election, Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong135 words
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94 2009-12-04 11 SINGAPORE’S leaders have put on the table the country’s first target to curb greenhouse gas emissions, throwing their political weight behind next week’s climate change meetings in Copenhagen. Senior Minister S. Jayakumar said even though it is not obliged make the to make cuts, the city-state94 words
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Article, Illustration323 2009-12-04 14 For you and your friends GIFT-GIVING is, well, a given at most festive occasions and we have some Noel suggestions for you. Self-winding watch This watch does not require batteries and does not need winding. It draws energy from the wearer’s movement. That makes it a novel323 words
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EDUCATION
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Article, Illustration470 2009-12-04 10 SUHAS CHANDRASHEKHAR, AKILA SUBRAMANIAN, Class; CHANDRASHEKHAR, AKILA SUBRAMANIAN - There’s more to school than homework and exams. That’s why tabla! has this page for students of the three Indian schools here, to play reporter and photographer (This page is rotated among the schools. Next week, GIIS) SUHAS CHANDRASHEKHAR, AKILA SUBRAMANIAN, Class Class 9A, ClassPHOTOS: DPSIS - 470 words
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SCHOOL SNAPSHOTS
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Article, Illustration193 2009-12-04 10 SIMRAN GUPTA, Class - SIMRAN GUPTA, Class 9 (ICSE) THOUGH Children’s Day is universally celebrated on Nov 20, in India this special day is celebrated on Nov 14. It’s the birthday of Jawaharlal Nehru, the first prime minister of independent India who had a great fondness for children.193 words
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Article136 2009-12-04 10 NIKHITA NATH - NIKHITA NATH, Class 11 THE Junior Achievement Titan Workshop early last month acted as a gateway to the world of business management for us. From market research to capital investments, Rohan Uppal, Shradha Kochar and I were taught how to apply the principles in “real business”136 words
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Advertisement6 2009-12-04 10 CAMPUS chatter from DPS International School6 words
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Advertisement146 2009-12-04 11 DPS INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL! SINGAPORE Success heains with us... Sports Facilities I n3 A Dedicated Teachers BfcjL^ earn building Leadership 4 7*1 Fun Fine Arts Frolic A passion to Excel 51 I 7W/ r >. IV W UU! f UNIVERSITY of CAMBRIDGE International Examinations CAMBRIDGE INTERNATIONAL CENTRE KINDERGARTEN AFTERNOON CLASSES (12:30146 words
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Article, Illustration794 2009-12-04 12 SHEELA NARAYANAN - Spice up your Christmas with tandoori turkey or one stuffed with biryani For your Xmas party SHEELA NARAYANAN sheela@sph.com.sg THE festive staple with a reputation for being dry and boring is increasingly becoming a popular Indian dish during Christmas. In the last five years, the tandoori turkey has(above).PHOTOS: RANG MAHAL; turkey cheesy turkey naans (left). PHOTOS: THE SONG OF INDIA, SHAHI MAHARANI, YANTRA - 794 words
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ENTERTAINMENT
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Article, Illustration579 2009-12-04 16 SHEELA NARAYANAN - Comedian Vir Das is juggling comedy and Bollywood SHEELA NARAYANAN perform again. sheela@sph.com.sg VIR DAS likes to tell you he is a late bloomer. At 30 he passed that momentous chronological marker in May his career is just taking off. Not only is he anphoto COURTESY OF VIR DAS - 579 words
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Article, Illustration357 2009-12-04 16 GAURI GUPTA - GAURI GUPTA “I WAS spellbound”; “brilliantly showcased the intricacies and oneness of Indian music”; “totally enchanting”. When you get reactions like these, you know you’ve done a good job. No wonder the team that good job. No wonder put together this year’s Kalaa Utsavam programmePHOTO: THE ESPLANADE - 357 words
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Article, Illustration375 2009-12-04 17 London-based singer-composer has his sights set on Bollywood Indo-Asian News Services HE’S the man who composed hits like Mere Dil Vich Hai Hum Tum and Dil Mera, but he’s still struggling to find a foothold in Bollywood. “It’s been a while sinceIndo-Asian News Services; FILE PHOTO - 375 words
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RELAX
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Article, Illustration76 2009-12-04 18/19 SPECTRA BAILAESTA: A DANCE CELEBRATION This production by Maya Dance Theatre and Apsara Asia features a fusion of modern contemporary and Asian ethnic dance. Helmed by creative director Kavitha Krishnan, it will feature performances by dancers from Maya’s Aspire programme, ERA Dance Theatre, Dian Dancers76 words
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Article, Illustration472 2009-12-04 18/19 THE BOTANICAL PARTY The Singapore Botanic Gardens will mark the end of its 150th anniversary celebrations with a concert titled Birdsongs featuring some of Singapore’s best jazz and classical musicians and Trees of the World Light-up, a display of specially-decorated trees. Admission is free. When: Dec 5, 6.30pm472 words
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Article, Illustration60 2009-12-04 18/19 PAA Amitabh Bachchan, Abhishek Bachchan, Vidya Balan Auro (Amitabh), a witty, intelligent 13-year-old, is suffering from progeria, a rare condition which causes premature ageing among children. This movie tracks his relationship with his father (Abhishek) and mother (Vidya). Worth watching just to see 67-year-old Amitabh, aided by60 words
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Article, Illustration202 2009-12-04 18/19 DEREK O’BRIEN - DEREK O’BRIEN 1) Which country is the largest producer and exporter of cashew nuts? a) India b) Japan c) China 2) What is the monetary unit of the Vatican City? a) Euro b) Dollar c) Lira 3) The length of which river is almost equal to the distance between202 words
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Page 18/19 Miscellaneous
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Miscellaneous43 2009-12-04 18/19 friday 11.30am SONY ENT: Salaam-E-Ishq 12.30pm STAR GOLD: Swades 2pm VTV: Veera Nadai 9pm VASANTHAM: Anantha Jodhi 10pm ZEE TV: Choti Bahu Saturday 2pm VIJAY: Thedi Vantha Lakshmi 4pm VASANTHAM: Aaja Nachle 5pm VTV: Kaval Deivam 7pm ZEE TV: Dance India Dance Finale43 words
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Miscellaneous133 2009-12-04 18/19 TV HIGHLIGHTS 10pm STAR PLUS: Tere Mere Beach Mein Sunday 1pm STAR PLUS: Deewane 2.30pm VTV: Chittukuruvi 4pm VASANTHAM: Big B (Malayalam, with Mammootty below) 7pm ZEE TV: Bindhast Titled as Friendship 9.30pm SONY ENT: Aahat monday 2.30pm SONY ENT: Sukh By Chance 3pm VIJAY: Aalaya Deepam 5pm VTV: Vanjinaathan133 words
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Miscellaneous315 2009-12-04 18/19 CROSSWORD ACROSS 1 More than stirred 5 Cousin of a minibike 10 “Avast!” responder 14 African wading bird 15 Call to mind 16 “Which way did George?” (cartoon question) 17 Country since 1948 19 “Buyer beware” phrase 20 “It’s a mouse!” 21 Albumen adjunct 22 Certain Bond portrayer 24 Atlantic315 words
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Miscellaneous80 2009-12-04 18/19 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. WHO AM I? I may be new in the industry,80 words
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Miscellaneous432 2009-12-04 20 FUTURE SPEAKS Aries A somewhat favourable week but some things may have to be put on hold following some news. You will have to sign important documents or paperwork. Those in love need to be careful of their health. Taurus Be prudent with your money and don’t let professional problems432 words
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Miscellaneous31 2009-12-04 20 SOLUTIONS crossword who am i? Jacqueline Fernandez quiz 1) India 2) Euro 3) Amazon 4) Plato 5) Africa 6) Cataract 7) Big Ben 8) Fauna 9) Periscope 10) Gary Neville sudoku31 words
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TRAVEL
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Article, Illustration539 2009-12-04 21 PAUL FALZON - If you’re a last-minute planner, here are some holiday ideas PAUL FALZON tabla@sph.com.sg WITH a glittering strip of towers rising from piles of garbage, a multimillion dollar performance inspired by a postcard and a 450-year colonial legacy triggered by a misunderstanding,PHOTOS: PAUL FALZON - 539 words
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Article, Illustration438 2009-12-04 21 SURENDAR KAUR - SURENDAR KAUR surenda@sph.com.sg IF, LIKE me, you have young children, this is one destination guaranteed to put a smile on their faces... and give you some chill-out time too. As the Gold Coast is so close to Brisbane, you may as well combine the two spots.enjoying Sea World (right). PHOTOS: GOLD COAST TOURISM CORPORATION, SURENDAR KAUR - 438 words
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SPORTS
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Article, Illustration779 2009-12-04 22 Is Cheteshwar Pujara going to be the next great Indian batsman? HE IS only 21, has a big appetite for runs and been drawing comparisons with Rahul Dravid. In the 2006 Under-19 World Cup, Cheteshwar Pujara was the highest run-getter with 349 runs at an average of 116.PHOTO: AFP - 779 words
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Article, Illustration739 2009-12-04 23 PRADEEP PAUL - Path man Matialakan is the only Indian in the Singapore Slingers starting line-up PRADEEP PAUL pradeep@sph.com.sg Pathman and his teammates will be in action against the Thailand Tigers on Dec 7, 8pm, at the Indoor Stadium. For more details, log on to www.singaporeslingers.com NOT too manyPHOTOS: SINGAPORE SLINGERS, THE STRAITS TIMES - 739 words
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