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  • Neha Dhupia talks about partnering with Kiehl’s India for the Teach For India initiative

    Neha Dhupia talks about partnering with Kiehl’s India for the Teach For India initiative

    To commemorate its 5th Anniversary in India, the cosmetic brand Kiehl’s partnered with actress Neha Dhupia and Teach For India to establish ‘Kiehl’s Gives’ – an ongoing global initiative to promote philanthropy. For the first time in India, the brand retailed a special edition of their Ultra Facial Cream – the world’s favourite moisturizer –100% net proceeds from which (up to INR 7,00,000), will go straight to Teach For India in February 2016 to educate underprivileged children across the country.

    Actress Neha Dhupia was a proud partner of the collaboration and we got a chance to speak to her about the Teach for India initiative and the importance of educating young minds in India. Here’s what she had to say;

    Kiehl’s, along with Teach For India and Neha Dhupia, wants to bring an end to India’s educational crisis. In India, according to Teach For India, 90% children start school, 58% drop out of primary school and only 10% finish high school and go on to study in colleges across India.

    “Teach for India tirelessly works towards bridging the gaps and challenges that underprivileged children face in education. Supportive partners like Kiehl’s share our passion for improving the lives of these kids, and fostering optimism and making education a human right,” says Neha Dhupia.

    The special edition designed bottle echoes with Neha Dhupia’s sentiment to “give where you live” to eliminate educational inequality in India. Purchasing 10 jars of Kiehl’s Ultra Facial Cream will help bring excellent education to 1 child in a Teach For India classroom for 1 year.

    The vision for this vibrant bottle label has been a collaborative effort between Neha Dhupia and the children from Teach for India. Colourful butterflies take to the skies in the same manner as children live up to their full potential – charting their distinctive journeys to success and happiness.

    “Kiehl’s has a long-standing heritage of working to further the cause of children. In our completion of 5 years in India, We are proud to continue this important philanthropic work with Teach For India, an effective, on-the-ground, organization built on the foundation that every child has the right to get an education and that all children deserve a future. Thank you Neha Dhupia and our Customers for helping support this wonderful cause”  says Kiehl’s India General Manager Smira Bakshi.”

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  • Day 1: The best of Amazon India Fashion Week Autumn Winter 2016

    Day 1: The best of Amazon India Fashion Week Autumn Winter 2016

    The Amazon India Fashion Week Autumn Winter 2016 opened in the capital with a bang at a brand new venue, Jawahar Lal Nehru Stadium, Lodhi Road recently and we were excited to catch the action.

    Designer Varun Bahl opened the 27th edition of Amazon India Fashion Week with his collection titled “Nocturn”. The models walked the runway donning jackets and dresses with floral motifs and embellishments in earthy shades setting the right tone for the onset of autumn. The hair and makeup was kept simple with strong highlights on the face representing sheer beauty just like the collection itself.

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    Hands down, the most stunning collection from the first day of the fashion extravaganza belonged to designer duo Shantanu and Nikhil. Their collection titled ‘The Last Walk’ had just the right touch of the Victorian vibe with capes, gowns and dresses in dominant shades of beige, white and red. What made the collection so special was the extraordinary attention paid to details in terms of draping, pleating and layering.

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    Pieces from designer duo Hemant and Nandita’s collection are sure to add the ‘it’ factor to your winter wardrobe. Jackets, pleated skirts, ruffled dresses all paired with thigh-high lace up boots welcomed the statement trends for fall. The colour palette introduced shades of red, blue, beige and a surprisingly refreshing orange to an otherwise earthy winter collection.

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    Concluding the first day of Amazon India Fashion Week Autumn Winter 2016 was designer Gaurav Gupta’s collection titled ‘Melt’ that addressed the importance of climate change and global warming. He even borrowed the colour palette from the effects of global warming starting from flaming orange, blazing dark blue moving towards coal black and the grey from the ashes. 

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  • All that inspires us about the IRONMAN of India: Milind Soman

    All that inspires us about the IRONMAN of India: Milind Soman

    Do you remember the smoldering hot model that featured in Alisha Chinai’s famous track from the 90’s called Made In India? (Hint: that chiseled torso with those amazing eyes is something a 90’s kid would never forget). Yes, you guessed it right, its Milind Soman who once made every woman fall head over heels (for obvious reasons) and he’s is still one of the most desired men in Bollywood after over two decades.

    This 50 year old Bollywood actor, model and athlete follows an inspiring fitness regime and urges India to be cautious about their fitness. If you have not been taking your fitness seriously, Milind Soman might serve as an inspiration towards your daily workouts.

    Let us now take a look at this list of reasons why Milind Soman – the Ironman of India has been our ultimate inspiration during all these years.

     

    #1 Again, he is often referred to as the Ironman of India

    Milind Soman bagged the title of being the ‘Ironman’ in 2015 by successfully completing the world’s toughest Ironman Triathlon in Zurich, Switzerland. What’s more, this god of fitness completed the entire triathlon in just 15 hours and 19 minutes. Well, that’s something that most of us can only aspire to achieve.

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    #2 He went from being a chain smoker to a non-smoker

    Trying to quit smoking is one of the easiest things to do in life, but making it happen is quite the opposite. Talking about going smoke free, Milind Soman turned tables and how! In an interview with NDTV last year, Soman quoted, “Having been naturally inclined to sports since a young age, I felt terrible about myself and that’s how I was able to release the habit for good over six months and now I can’t even passive smoke”. RESPECT!

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    #3 He is the ambassador of Pinkathon – India’s biggest women’s run to raise awareness about Breast cancer

    Milind is a prominent ambassador of Pinkathon, India’s biggest women’s marathon that initiates women empowerment across the country. With its main agenda aiming at influencing women to work towards a healthy lifestyle, Pinkathon is about raising awareness about breast cancer and other issues that need consideration.

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    #4 From his health to his confidence, he’s been on top!

    Everyone knows he’s got a body to die for; boys and girls both want it for different reasons, of course (wink). Talk about his confidence and how effortlessly chilled out his attitude is. For example, that Old Spice advertisement he appeared in? Yeah, we rest our case.

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    #5 Hollywood has got George Clooney, Bollywood is backed by Milind Soman

    You’ve got to agree, nobody else can replace Milind from that tag. In his 50s and with that salt and pepper look that we can’t really remember who else can carry it so well, Milind Soman is the only name to clear out our confusion. And we’re happy with it!

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  • Google India shared a video on International Women’s Day which will leave every woman inspired!

    Google India shared a video on International Women’s Day which will leave every woman inspired!

    Today is International Women’s Day and Google has already shared a doodle that showed women from all around the world talking about what they’ll love to or want to do one day. Using the hashtag #OneDayIWill these women share what they’ve always wanted to do. Now, being different languages from around the world, we don’t really know what they’re saying but it still is touching.

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    Other than that, Google India shared a video yesterday where women and little girls come and speak about what they want to do in the future. And their dreams and hopes are something that left us with a big smile. Take a look at the video! 

    Note this, dear men, that was Google who did their bit and it’s time you did yours for all the women in your life. Let them know they’re worth it and make them realize why they are special. After all, they deserve it. Giving a little bit of respect will be a really good start. 

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  • Hey Uber, I need some puppy lovin’. Book a ride and get a pup to me. Pretty please? #UberPuppies

    Hey Uber, I need some puppy lovin’. Book a ride and get a pup to me. Pretty please? #UberPuppies

    The American multinational ride service Uber, is going to deliver puppies in Mumbai on the occasion of ‘Love your pet day’ on 20th February 2016 and we’re nothing but super excited.

     

    This isn’t the first time Uber has done something of this nature. After executing similar campaigns across cities like New York, Vancouver, Cleveland and Chicago on various occasions, Uber is now bringing some puppy lovin’ for Mumbaikars while partnering with the NGO named ‘World for all’.

     

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    With the hashtag #Uberpuppies, the ride hiring giant will allow its users to book Indie pups for a 15-minutes playtime in an enclosed space while encouraging its users to experience having a pet and ultimately adopting it. These users can book a pup between 2 PM to 4 PM across the city to have a great time with these tiny furballs. Way to go Uber! We’d like you to do the same in Delhi too.

     

    And before we go, we urge you to consider adopting an Indian dog. Believe us, they too give the same unconditional love and are no different than any other breed! #UberPuppies

     

  • This man asking people to ‘takemyfive’ while he travels the world is pretty darn cool!

    This man asking people to ‘takemyfive’ while he travels the world is pretty darn cool!

    We came across this really cool person, Andrey, on Instagram while we were busy looking at cats, dogs and food (that’s a part of our job, yeah!). Now, Andrey runs an account on Instagram under the handle ‘takemyfive’ in which he shares these clips of high fiving people while he’s traveling around the world! Andrea was in India around last week where he visited New Delhi, Jaipur, Goa and many other places around the globe! Take a look at the content he has shared on his page! We think he has started a pretty cool mission for himself and wish to see more of it!

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    #2 High-fiving by the beach!

     

    #3 Just hangin’ and high-fiving!

  • Everything we love about the country’s largest mall, DLF Mall of India!

    Everything we love about the country’s largest mall, DLF Mall of India!

    Have you had the chance to visit the largest mall in the country yet?

    The DLF Mall of India recently opened its doors to all the shopaholics in Delhi/NCR promising over 400 brands. This shopping destination is spread over 2 million square feet (well, that’s undoubtedly a huge property) that makes it a shopping heaven for most of us.

    We recently paid a visit there and let’s just say ‘impressive’ would be an understatement when it comes to describing the DLF Mall of India. And for the same reason, here’s everything we loved about it.

    1. It houses H&M’s flagship store!

    The Swedish multinational retail-clothing company has established its biggest Indian base at the DLF Mall of India. This first flagship store by H&M is spread over 4 massive floors offering latest trends, timeless classics and inspiration for each one of us!

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    2. No more travelling to Vasant Kunj to have Taco Bell! (For non-south Delhi residents)

    Yes! Taco Bell has finally decided to spread its wings a little towards the east side whilst showering its love for all the Mexican food lovers in East-Delhi and Noida. Apart from the American fast-food chain, the food court comprises plenty other food chains like The Big Chill Cakery, Wendy’s, Carl’s Junior, The Bento Café, Chaayos and many more. Reason enough to visit?

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    3. The impeccably crafted zones!

    The mall is segregated into 5 different zones (floor wise) making it much simpler for its visitors to know exactly where they have to go. Also, in case you get lost, there are touch screens installed at every nook and corner of the mall for help. Well that’s something that you don’t see everywhere, at least in India.

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    4. The plethora of high-street brands!

    Well, we’ve already established the fact that H&M has its biggest store at the DLF Mall of India. But, there’s also a huge range of high-street brands present at the ‘International Boulevard’ (ground floor & the first floor) that includes brands like Forever 21, Lacoste, GANT, Zara, Vero Moda, M&S, DKNY, Swarovski, Armani Jeans and Steve Madden amongst others.

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    5. The Location!

    Located at the heart of NOIDA (Sector-18), the DLF Mall of India is perfectly accessible for those staying in South-Delhi (with its DND connectivity) and for the people staying around the IT hub (Noida & Ghaziabad).

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    6. There’s something for everyone!

    Going fully operational this month (February 2016), the DLF Mall of India promises to cater to all kinds of visitors. With its Family World and Leisure Land zones, there is something in store for everyone including facilities like DT cinemas, a dedicated kid’s zone and indoor entertainment.

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    Mall timings – 10am – 10pm

    Address – DLF Mall Of India, Sector – 18, Noida City, Uttar Pradesh, India

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  • Here are the differences between the Republic Day and the Independence Day

    Here are the differences between the Republic Day and the Independence Day

    Republic Day is here and we are sure that many of you are looking forward to watching the parade in the morning. While many of us look forward to celebrating this day with pride and honour, a lot of us do not understand its importance and often find ourselves confused between the Independence Day and the Republic Day.  These two days reflect on our nation’s history, the heroes, the struggles and the progress we’ve made so far, the difference is not just limited to the dates.

     

    So just before we immerse ourselves in the merriment, let’s take a look at these key differences between the Republic Day and the Independence Day.

     

    1) Difference in dates   

    The first and the most obvious reason is the difference in the dates. While the Independence Day is celebrated on the 15th of August every year, as the declaration of independence was signed on this day back in 1947; the Republic Day is celebrated on 26th of January every year. The Republic Day is actually based on 26th November 1949; the day India’s constitution was drafted for the first time. The constitution finally came into effect on 26th January 1950 which is why it’s celebrated in January.

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    2) Difference in its significance

    Republic Day celebrates India’s progress since the time of Independence. It is inclined towards highlighting the people who maintain the government like the armed forces and what the future holds. Independence Day, on the other hand, celebrates the birth of our Nation and pays tribute to the freedom fighters who sacrificed their lives to give our nation a better future.

     

    3) President is the man of the Republic Day

    The President is the head of the state which is why the Republic Day is his/her day to address the nation. The Independence Day is about paying a tribute to the people who helped us get where we are and fought for our nation and since the Prime Minister heads the people of India; 15th August is his/her day.

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    4) Differences in celebration

     Another one of the major differences between the Republic Day and the Independence Day lies in the way they are celebrated. The Republic day is celebrated by showcasing a spectacular parade that highlights the achievements of every state with pride and honour. Independence Day is celebrated by every citizen of India without representing a particular state. People celebrate it by singing patriotic songs and await the inspirational speech given by the Prime minister soon after hosting the tricolour flag at the Red Fort in the capital city – Delhi.

  • Six reasons that make Pushkar the perfect weekend getaway

    Six reasons that make Pushkar the perfect weekend getaway

    Pushkar, also known as “The Lotus Flower”, is a 2000 years old city in India making it one of the oldest cities of the country. Mostly known for being one of the five sacred pilgrimage sites of Hindu devotees, Pushkar is a perfect getaway destination, not just for people from India but also from outside.

    Pushkar is a small town near Ajmer in Rajasthan and the best part about the city is that it has no railway stations. To get to Pushkar, you need to cross Ajmer city and the drive to Pushkar is magnificent. Pushkar is one of those cities that has retained its cultural charm by all means and has a lot to offer. Take a look at this list of places to visit in Pushkar and you’ll know what we are talking about.

    1) The Brahma Temple

    Pushkar is known to house the only Brahma temple in the world making it a very important pilgrimage spot for many Hindus/Brahma devotees. It is believed that Lord Brahma dropped a lotus flower in a lake (the Pushkar Lake) and the lake turned into a city, the Pushkar city.

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    2) The largest Camel Fair in the world

    Pushkar hosts the largest camel fair in the world in the month of Novemeber. This fair witnesses the presence of almost 50,000 camels with many of camel farmers, gypsies and musicians from deeper regions of Rajasthan and more than 200,000 global travellers. This is one the largest exchanges of livestock in the world and makes for the best time to visit the city to experience the best its culture has to offer.

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    3) Halwai Gali, rooftop restaurants and the “special” lassi

    In spite of being a small and deserted town, Pushkar offers a variety of vegetarian food that can beat many non-vegetarian cuisines. The town refrains from offering alcoholic beverages but serves a rather rare substitute for alcohol called the special lassi (a term for bhang lassi). From the many places to visit in Pushkar, you must go to the “Halwai Gali” and try the malpuha and gulkand it has to offer. Pushkar also has over 250 hotels and many rooftop restaurants to get the perfect view of the city and the ghats.

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    4) Desert Safari

    Another one of the many things to do and places to visit in Pushkar is the desert safari. A large part of Rajasthan is covered in the Thar Desert and Pushkar is a part of it. It is also popularly referred to as the first desert city of Thar. On your visit to Pushkar, you must go for the Desert Safari that is normally 24-36 hours long. Along with the sand dunes, you’ll come across many local villages and their traditions especially rural weddings that have the charm to sweep you off your feet.

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    5) The Pushkar Lake

    The Pushkar Lake is surrounded by 350 temples and 52 Ghats and offers you a chance to witness an infinite number of ritual offerings every day. If you’re a fan of watching sunsets, head to the ghats to enjoy a lake-view sunset along with the sound of the soothing evening aarti (prayer).

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    6) The Ajmer Sharif

    Just like the Brahma Temple, The Ajmer Sharif is a prime religious place for the Muslim community. It is the shrine of the famous Sufi saint Moinuddin Chishti and is located 40 kilometers from Pushkar in the Ajmer City. If you visit Pushkar, there is no reason for you to not visit The Ajmer Sharif.

    Moinuddin Chishti is worshipped for spreading a simple yet powerful message that there is no God; ” One call him Allah another call him God, but they’re one and only one”.

    The most fascinating part of The Ajmer Sharif is the fact that both Hindu and Islamic devotees seek blessings at this religious place and it reflects the diversity that India holds.

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    Know more places to visit in Pushkar? Do let us know in the comments section below and we’d be sure to make it a part of this list.

  • Are you into Earth art? Well, after looking at these pictures from the outer space, you will be.

    Are you into Earth art? Well, after looking at these pictures from the outer space, you will be.

    Art has different forms to reveal itself and every form is charming in its own way. This time, it’s Earth art, completely natural and brought to you by the astronaut Scott J Kelly who has been sharing these pictures straight from International Space Station for a year now. Kelly has been on a yearlong space mission and has been breaking records for staying aboard the ISS for the longest time. But what had our eyes wide open were the pictures he’s been sharing on Twitter.

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  • Dilwale’s team joins hands with CNN to support abolition of slavery

    Dilwale’s team joins hands with CNN to support abolition of slavery

    On The International Day for the Abolition of Slavery, Shah Rukh Khan and Kajol were seen helping CNN spread awareness about modern slavery by shooting paper planes with a message written on them followed by a hashtag that read Fly to Freedom. The two also passed the baton to Varun Dhawan and Kirti Sanon, enabling them to follow the movement. Both the young actors will be soon witnessed sharing the screen with Shah Rukh Khan and Kajol in their upcoming movie Dilwali.


    Humans have matched pace with time and evolved step by step, starting from the medieval period to the 21st century. However, we often forget that there exists a rather large bunch of people who are still devoid of basic human rights and freedom. And to especially help the cause of human trafficking, CNN International initiated the CNN Freedom Project back in 2011 that has been working tremendously for rescuing victims.

    CNN Freedom project is a humanitarian news media campaign that seeks to educate and advocate against modern slavery. The Diwale team came together in support of the cause urging everyone to join the movement. Take a look at the video.

    Let us all stand against Modern Slavery and turn this whimsical dream into reality #FlytoFreedom. When is your flight taking off?

  • #ProfileForPeace: India and Pakistan stand together like never before

    #ProfileForPeace: India and Pakistan stand together like never before

    Peace is the way forward for both India and Pakistan, two nations that are politically divided but habitually so united that the similarities never fail to amaze anybody. And to highlight the solidarity between the common people of both the countries, Mumbai-based Ram Subramanian started a campaign called Profile for Peace.  

    The 36-year old “artivist” as he calls himself, was startled when he heard about a renowned Pakistani artist being banned from performing in India by the Shiv Sena in Mumbai. To voice his opinion against these actions he resorted to social media and posted the following picture with the heart-touching note, urging people to change their profile pictures in support.

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    No prizes for guessing, the campaign went viral overnight on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram, with thousands of Indians and Pakistanis changing their profile pictures with the love note. Take a look at these pictures in support of the Profile for Peace campaign.

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  • 10 serious Diwali cards parties ’ commandments you should follow this season!

    10 serious Diwali cards parties ’ commandments you should follow this season!

    The best time of the year, we mean Diwali, is here and we just cannot hold the excitement in! Most of us have already started planning the Diwali cards parties we’d be hosting and attending through the next couple of weeks and are anticipating only fun! However to get the most out of these Diwali cards parties, there are some rules one must follow. Take a look at ten serious Diwali parties’ commandments you should follow this season!


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    1. Thou shalt dress up for the occasion.

    Be in your best Indian wear when you’re going for Diwali parties. It doesn’t matter if the party is at your best friend’s house or in your own den. It’s not every day you get to attend a festive gathering with your loved ones.

    2. Thou shalt not go empty handed to your mate’s house.

    Well, not like your friend who is the organiser is expecting his guests to get him goodies; but it’s just a bad thing to go to a house party empty handed. Take a bottle of wine or champagne. Or if you want to refrain from getting alcohol, simply get a box of sweets or chocolates and you’re sorted.

    3. Thou shalt reach on time for the party.

    Understand this – someone made all the efforts of organising a party. From setting up the place to arranging the food and drinks, they’ve done it all. In such a scenario, you just have to show up! The least you can do is appreciate his efforts and show up on time.

    4. Thou shalt hold your drinks.

    Yay! Who doesn’t like free alcohol? But remember, it’s a social gathering where your main motive should include celebrating the festive spirit with your loved ones (and of course winning some money at the end of the day). And for this reason, we’d advise you to hold your drinks and not be the first one to get hammered losing all control of your mind and body.

    5. Thou shalt be a sport (even if you don’t gamble).

    Don’t be a party pooper. If you don’t know how to play, it’s absolutely fine. Just make sure that you’re a part of the game in the right spirit and encourage people around you to play better.

    6. Thou shalt understand the rules of the game before placing your bet!

    Everybody makes rookie mistakes while playing especially when there’s alcohol involved. Play smart and play safe, which is all you need to concentrate on.

    7. Thou shalt (under no circumstances) play unfair.

    The easiest thing to do while playing Teen Patti (or any other game) is to be unfair to your mates. Peeping into their cards or being unfair with money should NOT be a part of your agenda for the night! That’s plain wrong! Period.

    8. Thou shalt not give up (even after losing multiple times).

    Everybody loses at some point in life. Then how’s playing cards any different? Keep going until you realise that luck isn’t in your favour for the night and you’ve probably ran out of all your money.

    9. Thou shalt not fight with your mates over petty issues in the game.

    Diwali card parties are all about celebrating the festive spirit. We bet it is the best time of the year for a lot of people and in the same spirit, do not….we repeat DO NOT create a scene at the party over petty issues. No one wants drama at an event that’s supposed to be fun and exciting.

    10. Thou shalt stay away from your mobile phones and other electronic items to enjoy the real party!

    Your social media updates can wait. Live the moment rather than being stuck to your cell phones and laptops.

    There! You’re now a pro when it comes to attending/hosting Diwali parties.

    And on this note, Team Trendspotters TV wishes all you beautiful people out there a very Happy festive season! Stay awesome.

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  • This dog has a request for all of us and its hard hitting!

    This dog has a request for all of us and its hard hitting!

    Hi, my name is courage. I look like a normal, happy and a healthy dog.

     

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    But I’m not.

     

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    I am one of those unfortunate living beings who were born on the streets and never had a chance to have a nice and loving family. They say I might be around 1.5 years old but I’ve lost the count of days where I had to go from street to street looking for food or a mere scratch on the back.

    Life for me was okay till the time a human car (on a fine day) didn’t spot me walking on the road without realising that the car has brakes (or maybe he did realise – that’s something I would never know). 

    Little did I know, that very moment would change my life forever. Yes, the car ran over my hind legs and the human inside it never looked back.

    This is exactly how he left me on the road.

     

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    You guessed it right! Those are my hind legs and I don’t feel them anymore.

    I suffered at one of the busiest junctions in New Delhi with my inability to walk. I even once fell into a drain only to realise that I can’t get out of it myself. But, there was a good human that spotted me and saw how miserable I was. He was an auto-rickshaw puller. The man did pull me out of the drain but again; the hustle-bustle around that junction didn’t allow my rear legs to drag the rest of my body to a safer place. There I was. Lying in the corner for 8 days straight. Some did try and threw leftover food at me and I somehow didn’t die (though there wasn’t any reason for me to live).

     

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    Here I am now.

     

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    I do agree, not all of them are bad. There was this human who saw me fighting for life on the road side and took me somewhere in his car (though I hated the fact that I was in one). I hate cars. I’m sure you guys have figured that out by now. But strangely, I still don’t hate humans. Every time one approaches me, with my gleaming eyes I try to wag my tail with happiness but unfortunately I can’t feel my tail either.

    I now live at a beautiful shelter with many other dogs (some of them are just like me) and a beautiful lady who took me in and cares for me.

     

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    I have a humble request for whoever’s reading this post. If you drive a car, please make sure that you apply brakes when you see one of us in the middle of the road. It’ll only delay your ride by 15 seconds but it will cost us our lives or put us in terrible pain for the rest of it. Give me a home? Somebody? I promise I’d love you forever!

     

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    So that’s my story. I’m a fighter. And I hope for a better tomorrow not just for me, but many others like me.

  • 12 lesser known music festivals in India you’ve got to attend!

    12 lesser known music festivals in India you’ve got to attend!

    Music makes the world go round; we all know that and many of us would travel for good music. And why not, travelling in itself is another pleasure that people seek. Now that you can get best of the both the worlds, who’d not want to travel? There are music festivals taking place all over the world but how many have you attended in India itself? Wait, how many music festivals in India are you aware of? That’s the real question. Festivals like Bacardi NH7 Weekender, Bacardi EVC or Sunburn have always managed to pull music lovers every year.

    Music is a very broad term, so many genres, so many artists that bring you different music that it’s never really enough for your ears. But the point here is to let you know about more music festivals than just the famous ones. So, check out our list of twelve lesser known music festivals in India you’ve got to attend.

    #1 Shiva Squad Festival

    Shiva Squad is a well-known three-day festival by the music lovers who fancy travelling to the hills. You get to witness some insane music from various genres like Rock, Fusion, Psy-Trance, Trance, Electronic, Hi-Tech, Jazz, R&B, Folk Music and Classical. SSF takes place at Morpheus Resort, Manali by the Beas River. So, you have a good view while you’re dancing to the music. What have you got to lose?

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    #2 Mood Indigo

    IIT Bombay’s Mood Indigo is an annual cultural fest is India’s biggest college music fest. From the biggest artists of India to Bands like Porcupine Tree, Karnivool and Simple Plan have performed there. Being Asia’s biggest festival, Mood Indigo is also the oldest one to make people jump out of their spots! It’s a four daylong event that manages to keep you on your toes and takes place by the end of December every year.

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    #3 Summer Storm

    This festival is for the all the metal fanatics out there in India. It’s the greatest metal event that India has ever come across.  Summer Storm had bands like Lamb of God, Opeth, Inner Sanctum and many more rocking out to the fans. The event attracts thousands of metalheads from all over India and outside every summer to Palace Grounds in Bangalore. If you’re a head-banger and want to engage in mosh pitting, crowd surfing, this is the place for you.

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    #4 Bacardi EVC – Enchanted Valley Carnival

    Just two years old and EVC has already got people going gaga over the festival. The event focuses on genres like, Trance, House, Techno, Fusion Indie and also experiments with music. It takes place at Aamby Valley City all over Asia. EVC has camping options and adventure activities that allow you to experience a great time altogether.

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    #5 Bacardi NH7 Weekender

    To put it in the simplest way, this is hands down the most amazing festival India has got to offer. NH7 Weekender kicked off in December 2010 and has got people coming back every year ever since. Weekender brings you artists from different genres from all over the world. It takes place in Delhi, Bangalore, Pune, and Kolkata and is also happening for the first time in Shillong this year. This three-day festival has got so much in store for you and one can still not get enough of it!

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    #6 Sunburn

    Sunburn takes place in the heavenly land of beaches, Goa. This dance music festival pulls crowd from all over the world. It has been listed number 9 on best dance festivals of the world list and is held over three days in December every year. Just because it’s held in Goa on a beach, it also gives you the time to explore the beautiful architecture and adventure.

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    #7 Gulmarg Winter Fest

    This fest is very different from others, all because it takes place in an area covered up with snow, for real! How many times have you done that?  Enjoy some great Classical, Jazz, Rock, Sufi, Folk, Fusion and Indie genres while you get to indulge into winter sports like, snowboarding, skiing, snow-biking and more. Not forgetting the fact that Gulmarg is a very well-known ski destination worldwide, this is one of the most important lesser known festivals in India you’ve got to attend.

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    #8 Holi Cow

    Holi is one of the biggest festivals India and if you get an event happening around that time, it’s like cherry on top of the cake. Just like the festival, Holi Cow takes place in Delhi at the same time, of course. The festival makes you enjoy your time with performance artists, visual artists which are a treat to your eyes. Talking of music, your ears get to enjoy some Dancehall, Hiphop, Raggae, Electronic Dance and Indie.

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    #9 Sula Fest

    Taking place at Sula vineyards in Nasik, you get to spend some great time with fashion, wine and beautiful music. The fest encourages music genres like, Raggae, Dubstep and Electronic music. Kicked off on Sula’s 10th harvest, the festival has got more and more recognition and has grown in terms of popularity. Sula Fest offers you a great time and is a pretty good getaway for Mumbaikars.

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    #10 Ragasthan

    Ragasthan as the name suggests is a festival of completely different genre that you have probably never attended. Taking place in the beautiful city of Jaisalmer, Rajasthan, it attracts a good amount of crowd and gives them the opportunity to camp in open areas where you enjoy the night sky lit with stars. Ragasthan is a three-day festival that offers different outdoor activities, local cuisines, art and great music.

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    #11 Parvati Peaking

    Parvati Peaking is just two years old in the list of festivals and is already on our list. It is considered to be one of the biggest and best Psy-Trance festivals taking place in India. It gets you the best of Psy-Trance artists and happenings and the location like Choch, Parvati Valley, Himachal Pradesh speaks for itself. This three-day festival gives you a good amount of time to explore the majestic hills.

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    #12 Hornbill Festival

    Hornbill festival is a massive 10 day long carnival that provides you with a really good dose of culture and music. It is known for tribal art, music and the ethnic cuisine. This is where the biggest rock contest of the country takes place. It gives you a chance to learn about the rich culture Nagaland has to offer. Taking place in Kohima, Nagaland it attracts a lot of travellers.

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