Tabla, 25 May 2014
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Title Section21 2014-05-25 1 tabla! THE HEARTBEAT OF THE INDIAN COMMUNITY A SINGAPORE PRESS HOLDINGS PUBLICATION MCI (P) 031/11/2013 SINGAPORE, WEEKEND OF FRIDAY, MAY 23,201421 words
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Article, Illustration1232 2014-05-25 1 AMITENDU PALIT - Do people expect too much of Narendra Modi? AMITENDU PALIT tabla@sph.com.sg Amitendu Palit is Head (Partnership Programme) and Senior Research Fellow at the Institute of South Asian Studies in the National University of Singapore. THE bumpy ride for India’s new prime minister has just begun. As MrPHOTO: © AFP; PHOTOS: © AFP - 1,232 words
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INDIA
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India in 2 minutes
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Article66 2014-05-25 2 THE University Grants Commission (UGC) has declared 21 universities in India as fake. Uttar Pradesh had the highest number of nine, followed by five in Delhi. One institution each from Bihar, Karnataka, Kerala, Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra, Tamil Nadu and West Bengal make up the remaining seven66 words
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Article, Illustration105 2014-05-25 2 JAILED founder and editor of Tehelka, an Indian news magazine, Tarun Tejpal (third from left with family members at St Inez Hindu Crematorium), has been granted interim bail for three weeks to attend his mother’s funeral and perform the last rites. His105 words
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86 2014-05-25 2 A.R. NOORJAHAN was presented six gold medals for topping her organic chemistry postgraduate programme at Bangalore University, at the university’s 49th annual convocation on May 20. She tutored during her free time to earn money for her tuition fees as her86 words
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77 2014-05-25 2 THE “None Of The Above” (NOTA) option was introduced for the first time this year in India. Around 60 lakh voters opted for NOTA in this year’s Lok Sabha polls 1.1 per cent of the total votes. The number was also higher77 words
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Article82 2014-05-25 2 RUSSI Mody, former chairman of Tata Steel, died in Kolkata on May 16. He was 95. A Padma Bhushan awardee and a leading member of the Tata Group, having served in various capacities, he was known as “India’s Steel Man”. Another noted businessman, Captain C.P. Krishnan82 words
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Article59 2014-05-25 2 THE van was carrying Rs10 lakhs to replenish the ATM kiosks of a private bank when it fell into a canal near a village in Gurgaon. Nearby villagers rescued all five people in the van, of whom four were dead and one was critically injured.59 words
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76 2014-05-25 2 A COUPLE from Chennai offered the reward for their one-year-old stray breed. Their plea, posted on the Facebook page of Blue Cross of India Volunteers, went viral and received mixed responses. While some people were sympathetic and offered help, others reprimanded the76 words
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Article, Illustration63 2014-05-25 2 A CULTURAL programme showcasing the colourful culture of Assam and the north-east was one of the events at the third edition of the Sankardeva Movement festival in Mumbai. There was a fashion show with top designers, showcasing the very best of fabrics from the north-eastPHOTOS: @ AFP, IANS - 63 words
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69 2014-05-25 2 THE Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams senior officials who manage the Tirumala Venkateswara Temple in Andhra Pradesh have been given strict instructions by governor E.S.L. Narasimhan to get a mandatory declaration and signatures from people of other faiths who visit the temple. This comes after the69 words
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Article, Illustration740 2014-05-25 4 / 5 “With the poor industrial performance for the last two years, it would be a major challenge for Mr Modi and his team to push the growth rate cycle. There are lots of expectations from the new government to create jobs for millions,740 words
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SINGAPORE
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Article101 2014-05-25 6 $3 million In Wage Credit payouts given by OCBC bank to about 1,500 of its staff £11.9 billion Combined fortune of Srichand and Gopichand Hinduja of multinational Hinduja Group conglomerate who have topped UK’s list of 1,000 richest people 7 Out of 10 consumers in Singapore reported a101 words
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Article, Illustration252 2014-05-25 6 ”We must be stewards of our pioneers’ success, and leave behind a better Singapore than we inherited. We, and especially our young, must take the torch, run faster and further and keep Singapore’s light burning bright. President Tony Tan Keng Yam, in his customary address to openPHOTO: © AFP - 252 words
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Article, Illustration524 2014-05-25 7 GAYATHRI RAMESH - CEO of Holcim Singapore wins award for his efforts in green building and technology GAYATHRI RAMESH pgaya@sph.com.sg HOLCIM Singapore is building up its reputation as an innovator. The company puts in a lot of effort to come up with innovative building materials, including ready-mix concrete drymix mortar,PHOTO: HOLCIM SINGAPORE - 524 words
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Article, Illustration586 2014-05-25 11 GAYATHRI RAMESH - Varnam 2014 will feature 21 Malayalee artists and over 200 pieces GAYATHRI RAMESH pgaya@sph.com.sg IT’S an art exhibition that gives artists from the Malayalee community in Singapore a platform to showcase their work while enabling them to meet other established and aspiring artists. First organised byPHOTOS: SMA - 586 words
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Article238 2014-05-25 12 / 13 SINGAPORE’S economy grew 4.9 per cent in the first three months of the year compared to a year ago, the Ministry of Trade and Industry (MTI) said on May 20. It will maintain its forecast that the economy will grow 2 to 4 per cent238 words
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Article122 2014-05-25 12 / 13 SINGAPORE may soon join a small number of countries worldwide that ask visitors to have their fingerprints taken when they arrive. The immigration authorities are considering setting up self-service kiosks to capture the fingerprints of foreigners arriving at Changi Airport’s new Terminal 4 when it opens122 words
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166 2014-05-25 12 / 13 A SPECIAL medallion or coin received the most votes from a list of 15 for the Jubilee Baby Gift. In a month-long poll that saw about 20,000 people participating, the medallion garnered 61 per cent of the votes, according to results on the Jubilee166 words
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Article, Illustration624 2014-05-25 12 / 13 NARENDRA AGGARWAL - NARENDRA AGGARWAL tabla@sph.com.sg THERE is significant scope to further enhance Singapore-India economic ties as there are opportunities in India’s industrial, infrastructure and skills development priorities, and the potential for greater regional economic integration. Mr S. Iswaran, Minister, Prime Minister’s Office, and Second Minister for HomePHOTOS: SMU - 624 words
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Article, Illustration194 2014-05-25 12 / 13 Seeing better... not only did she get a new pair of spectacles for free, she also got her eyes tested by Minister for Environment and Water Resources Dr Vivian Balakrishnan, who is former medical director of the Singapore National Eye Centre. This girl was among 300 of SINDA’sPHOTO: SINDA - 194 words
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Article, Illustration207 2014-05-25 12 / 13 IF YOU are an NRI looking to invest in a property back in India, the Realty India Expo 2014 may just be where you will find it. To be held on May 24 and 25 at Suntec Convention Centre, the property show is organised by Mindspace207 words
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288 2014-05-25 12 / 13 AFTER Mr Narendra Modi’s historic win in the Indian elections, what’s in store? Two panel discussions in Singapore will explore various topics relating to the issues that affect the future of India in the aftermath of the elections. The first, on May 25, is288 words
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Article, Illustration465 2014-05-25 14 GAYATHRI RAMESH - SICCI launches Singapore Indian Entrepreneur Awards and holds dialogue session GAYATHRI RAMESH pgaya@sph.com.sg THE Singapore Indian Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SICCI), together with DBS Bank, launched the 11th SICCI-DBS Singapore Indian Entrepreneur Awards (SIEA) 2014 on May 19, and are inviting applications for thePHOTOS: SICCI - 465 words
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Article, Illustration287 2014-05-25 14 THE gloomy weather and downpour on the morning of May 17 did not deter a group of Singaporeans and Malaysians from embarking on a 300km walk from Singapore to Malacca to promote goodwill and raise funds for orphans, widows, single mothers, handicappedPHOTO: YSA - 287 words
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Article, Illustration809 2014-05-25 15 AMBIKA GOGNA - Indian community has donated or lent 250 artefacts to the upcoming Indian Heritage Centre AMBIKA GOGNA tabla@sph.com.sg THE artefacts are pouring in. Some have been donated while others have been given on loan. The public can expect to view them at the Indian Heritage Centre (IHC) when itPHOTOS: THE STRAITS TIMES, NHB - 809 words
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Advertisement104 2014-05-25 6 /ta ranges tarang KAI_A TARANG invites you to roikti ues from jndia celebrating the myriad colours of Indian traditional paintings Gallery The Arts House I Old Parliament Lane, Singapore *****9 29 th (Thu) to 31 st (Sat) May 2014 II AM to 6PM An exhibition and sale of wall art,104 words
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Advertisement147 2014-05-25 7 THE TIM RS OF INDIA Prese.nls i f '.JT’n REALTY INDIA EXPO 2014 “Biggest Real Estate Show In Singapore" G 4 ■-o Date: (Sat) 24th 25th (Sun) May, 2014 Time: 10.00 am to 8.00 pm Venue: Suntec Convention Exhibition Centre. Hall Summit 1 (Level 3), Suntec City. Singapore For Further147 words
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EDUCATION
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Article, Illustration837 2014-05-25 8 / 9 GAYATHRI RAMESH - MDIS helps them with scholarships and bursaries GAYATHRI RAMESH pgaya@sph.com.sg EIGHT professionals, managers, executives and technicians (PMETs) received scholarship awards at the Management Development Institute of Singapore’s (MDIS) 19th Scholarship and Bursary Awards Ceremony on May 17. This is part of MDIS’ role in extendingPHOTOS: MDIS - 837 words
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Article, Illustration404 2014-05-25 10 SAMVID KURLEKAR - 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) SAMVID KURLEKAR, Class 12 IN APRIL, the biology students ofPHOTOS: GIIS - 404 words
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SCHOOL SNAPSHOTS
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Article, Illustration192 2014-05-25 10 SHRADDHA SRIRAM; Class 5; AROHEE TEMURNIKAR, Class - SHRADDHA SRIRAM, Class 5 Class 4 Class 5 AROHEE TEMURNIKAR, Class WE THE students of GIIS Balestier campus participated in this year’s Shell Singapore Youth Science Festival. Held annually for primary schools by the Science Centre Singapore, Science Teachers’ Association of Singapore and the Shell Companies192 words
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Article, Illustration157 2014-05-25 10 ASHWIN PRABHAKAR - ASHWIN PRABHAKAR, Class 6 MY SCHOOL GIIS East Coast campus celebrated this year’s Mother’s Day with a cricket match involving the mothers of students and a cookery competition. The events allowed our super mums to shine with their teamwork, creativity and culinary skills. The 10-overs game was157 words
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Advertisement308 2014-05-25 8 / 9 www.giissingapore.org "I have learnt to strive for a higher degree of excellence in the IB Diploma which has instilled confidence in me." r The International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP) hones young minds through its well-balanced curriculum which is focused on research, academics and practical application. WHY IB DIPLOMA AT GIIS?308 words
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ENTERTAINMENT
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Article, Illustration705 2014-05-25 16 They’re difficult to make, but have gripping content, says Khwaabb director Indo-Asian News Service Making a sports-based film is challenging, but it can provide all the elements required to make a screenplay gripping. That’s what first-time director of sports drama Khwaabb Zaid Ali KhanIndo-Asian News Service; PHOTOS: IANS - 705 words
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Article, Illustration396 2014-05-25 17 CAN A peacock ever offer its mortal enemy, the snake, the shade of its plume to shelter it from the searing Indian summer? Yes, says Mahakavi Kalidasa, India’s best known 5th century poet in Ritu Samhara, his breathtaking celebration of the distinct Indian seasons. Faced396 words
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Article, Illustration199 2014-05-25 17 Indo-Asian News Service KAMAL Hassan says it is vital for Indian film-makers to take risks to be able to produce “truly global content”. “The problem is that we are a self-sufficient nation. Indian film-makers need to stop being satisfied withIndo-Asian News Service; PHOTO: SHAMINI’S INC - 199 words
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Advertisement156 2014-05-25 17 ftfSMff 4 SOORYA (SINGAPORE) PRESENTS Soory<1 Global Festlval Padmashri Chitra Visweswaran’s Padmashri Chitra Visweswaran is one of the greatest living masters and doyennes of the popular Bharatanatyam school of Indian classical dance. Her "Anubhuti" production has won rave reviews in Indian classical dance circuit as well as in Europe. "Anubhuti"156 words
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RELAX
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Article, Illustration459 2014-05-25 18 Indo-Asian News Service DIDN’T you feel like having your own set of six-pack abs when Shah Rukh Khan flaunted his in Om Shanti Om or when Aamir Khan exhibited his eight-pack in Ghajini? But celebrity trainer Shivoham (below right), who has trainedIndo-Asian News Service - 459 words
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Article335 2014-05-25 19 EXHIBITION GVarnam 2014 an art exhibition featuring creations by 21 artists. With live demonstrations. Free admission. When: May 24 25, 9am to 8pm Where: Atrium MICA, 140 Hill Street Contact: Log on to www.malayalee.org.sg/varnam GFolk Hues from India showcases colours of Indian traditional paintings, wall art, clothes, accessories,335 words
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Article96 2014-05-25 19 PROPERTY EXHIBITION G South India Properties Show (3rd edition) features homes and plots from Chennai, Coimbatore, Bengaluru, Mysore, Hyderabad and Kozhikode. Free admission. When: May 24 25, 10am to 8pm Where: Singapore Expo Hall 5B Contact: 8621-7978 G Realty India Expo 2014 is a real96 words
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Article, Illustration175 2014-05-25 19 DEREK O’BRIEN - DEREK O’BRIEN 1. Which artist is famous for the sculptures David and Pieta? a) Pablo Picasso b) Michelangelo c) Carlo Albacini 2. In comics, whose babysitter is Rosalyn? a) Little Archie b) Garfield c) Calvin 3. A flag of which colour is generally used to denote truce? a) White175 words
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Miscellaneous309 2014-05-25 18 FUTURE SPEAKS Aries You feel as if everyone’s picking on you and mistrust those you encounter. Ask those around you what exactly they want. Taurus This is the time to upgrade yourself. There may be some changes in your work pattern. You may have communication problems with your superiors. Gemini309 words
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Miscellaneous227 2014-05-25 18 TV HIGHLIGHTS friday 3.30pm LIFE OK: Paathshala 3.30pm SONY ENT: Chak De! India 9pm VTV: Mudhalvan 9pm STAR MAX: Jab Tak Hai Jaan 9.30pm STAR GOLD: Ready 9.30pm VASANTHAM: Mugavari 10pm ZEE CINEMA: Aitraaz Saturday 12.30pm STAR PLUS: Kahaani 1pm VASANTHAM: Kumutham 2pm COLORS: Chance Pe Dance 3pm SONY ENT:227 words
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Miscellaneous283 2014-05-25 19 CROSSWORD ACROSS 1 Gives guns to 5 Hospital areas 10 Denominational offshoot 14 500-sheet unit of paper 15 Native American of Alaska 16 Banned spray 17 Sax range 18 Beast of burden 19 Pitchfork piece 20 Whatever it takes 23 Cornfield invaders 24 Writer Joyce Carol 25 Female pheasant 28283 words
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Miscellaneous77 2014-05-25 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 Ghoomar, Rajasthan’s popular dance, gets its name77 words
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SPORTS
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Article, Illustration1019 2014-05-25 21 HARSHA BHOGLE - BCCI must take the lead and welcome probe into I PL star column HARSHA BHOGLE tabla@sph.com.sg IHAVE been aware of Ed Hawkins’ pathbreaking cricket book Bookie Gambler Fixer Spy for a long time now but I was hoping not to read it. I know that sounds peculiar.PHOTO: IANS - 1,019 words
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Miscellaneous24 2014-05-25 21 SOLUTIONS crossword sudoku quiz 1. Michelangelo 2. Calvin 3. White 4. Africa 5. Nero 6. Tetanus 7. Gujarati 8. Bridge 9. Oxygen 10. Armadillo24 words
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