HRISHITA BHATT ON LAKHON MEIN EK on STAR Plus

Bollywood actress Hrishita Bhatt will soon be seen on STAR Plus⠼b>Lakhon Mein Ek. The talented actress who has shared the silver screens with most of the top notch Bollywood actors will be playing a very different role in the coming episode.
Hrishita will support the role of a paralytic patient from Kolkata who gets the zeal to live again because of her husbandⳠhard work and efforts. When asked Hrishita about why she chose to play this role she said, 㗨en I came to know the story I was very touched with the love that the husband and wife had. This is very touching that someone has actually gone ahead and made the life of his soul mate so beautiful. Initially I was not ready to do this but Hadi Ali Abrar, the director of the episode convinced me to do this role. I am so glad that I am part of this story and also very happy that STAR Plus is bringing stories of such heroes out to everyone.
Catch Hrishita Bhatt in Lakhon Mein Ek on Sunday, 21st September 2012 at 11 am only on STAR Plus!
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Using Information and Communications Technology
Washington, D.C.—-More than half of the world’s population lives in urban areas, and countries such as India and China are in need of hundreds of additional cities to accommodate growing populations. People in many cities suffer from inadequate transportation, sub-standard buildings, lack of sanitation, and poor public safety, highlighting the need for sustainable and livable urban planning. Information and communication technology (ICT) can be a useful tool in helping cities improve their safety, cleanliness, and sustainability, according to Diana Lind, contributing author to Worldwatch Institute’s State of the World 2012: Moving Toward Sustainable Prosperity.
ICT not only contributes to sustainable urban initiatives, but also encourages more environmentally conscious consumer choices. In Singapore, for example, commuters can use mobile phones to avoid hours in traffic by accessing data mapping tools that display traffic and provide alternate travel routes. Commuters can also plan trips on public transportation and be notified of delays or changes in service.
“As cities try to become more sustainable, some municipal governments are finding out just how useful ICT can be,” said Michael Renner, Worldwatch Senior Researcher and State of the World 2012 project co-director. “Cities can be run more intelligently with the help of digital infrastructure, such as motion-sensor street lamps and energy chips in transit passes that allow people to enter a subway or bus with the simple swipe of a card.”
In many cases, cities are partnering directly with businesses to boost urban sustainability. The Dutch city of Rotterdam, for example, is working with General Electric (GE) in an effort to reach the city’s goal of reducing carbon dioxide emissions by 50 percent compared with 1990 levels. GE will use data visualizations, smart meters, and other technologies to optimize energy efficiency and improve water management. The use of these ICTs will greatly reduce greenhouse gas emissions in Rotterdam, which emits as much carbon dioxide as New York City, while being only a tenth of its size.
“ICT can be an excellent tool, but it is not the silver bullet solution to greening cities,” said Lind, Executive Director and Editor in Chief of Next American City, a nonprofit that promotes socially and environmentally sustainable economic growth in cities in the United States. “To be effective, ICT must be used not only in mapping problems encountered across cities, but also to find sustainable solutions to those problems.”
In Lind’s State of the World 2012 chapter, “Information and Communications Technologies Creating Livable, Equitable, and Sustainable Cities,” she highlights three ways that communities can effectively use ICT to promote sustainability:
Open access to data. Improving data access is critical to creating sustainable cities. By sharing information, it is possible to make connections among seemingly disparate variables. The Spatial Information Design Lab at Columbia University in New York used data to establish the connection between crime and poor housing, education, and health care. By analyzing data from the criminal justice system, researchers found that a disproportionate number of felons were from specific neighborhoods in large U.S. cities. Similar research may help officials target policies around education and poverty reduction in these areas, which could help in preventing crime.
Community mapping. Mapping all neighborhoods and regions of a city is vital to ensuring effective and sustainable urban planning. Kibera, the largest slum in Kenya’s capital, Nairobi, is home to approximately 1 million people. Yet Kibera has been excluded from city maps, discounting its thousands of residents. Recently, an independent team of researchers partnered with Kibera youth to create an interactive map of the slums. In 2009, the team succeeded in placing Kibera on official Nairobi maps, which resulted in a new project, Voice of Kibera, which helps citizens report the location of robberies or fires, and hold discussions by text message.
Community watch. ICTs can enhance community involvement and help authorities respond to local concerns. The Public Laboratory for Open Technology and Science, a grassroots-mapping community based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, uses low-tech materials, including helium balloons and digital cameras, to take aerial photos of areas that may endanger public health or be of environmental concern. These tools helped identify contaminated areas in the Gulf of Mexico after a major oil spill and an illegal dumping site in Brooklyn, New York. In addition, FixMyStreet in the United Kingdom or SeeClickFix in the United States are websites where people can report concerns, such as a burned out street light. Each problem is logged on the site, making it easier for local governments to respond to issues of importance to the community.
Using ICT helps cities achieve sustainability efficiently while connecting with local communities, to ensure that diverse perspectives are included in the city’s plans.
Worldwatch’s State of the World 2012, released in April 2012, focuses on the themes of inclusive sustainable development discussed at Rio+20, the 20-year follow-up to the historic Earth Summit of 1992, also held in Rio de Janeiro. The report presents a selection of innovative ideas and practices to achieve global environmental sustainability while meeting human needs and providing jobs and ensuring dignity for all.
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Naresh –
I’m only going to get to sit down to dinner with grassroots supporters on this campaign one last time.
It’s one of the most meaningful things we do, and represents exactly the kind of politics we believe in: All of us, at one table, together.
So if you’re someone who is helping to build this campaign, I want to meet you. I want to thank you in person. And I’d love to hear what’s on your mind.
If you haven’t participated in one of these before, now’s the time because this is our last opportunity to sit down together before the end of the campaign — I hope you’ll take me up on it.
Your donation of $5 or whatever you’re able to chip in will automatically enter you:
https://donate.barackobama.com/Dinner
Thanks.
Barack
P.S. — Flight and hotel are on us. All you have to do is come and eat.
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Take a peek into the world of fashion at Dreft Fashion Week Prague, September 2012 Prague has recently established itself as a fashion centre. This year the sees the return of an event to the Czech capital which no fashion enthusiast will want to miss. From September 17 until 23 the city of one hundred spires will turn into one giant catwalk with fashion shows, lectures on fashion and many other events taking place throughout the city during the Dreft Fashion Week.
The theme of this year´s Dreft Fashion Week is South America. Some of the leading South American fashion celebrities such as the supermodel Valerie Mazz and the Brazilian designer Alexandre Herchcovitch, who will introduce his spring/summer 2013 collection only a week after its official New York fashion week launch, will be there. Prague will be the first European city where the collection will be on show. Visitors to the festival can see the designer in person on Monday, September 17 at a public lecture at the Academy of Arts, Architecture and Design in Prague. Valerie Mazz will share her experiences from the world of top modelling and discuss the highlights of her career in a special “Fashion Talk” event on Friday, September 21. Mazz will be on hand to answer questions from the audience.
Dreft Fashion Week will highlight the work of young designers. The winner of last year´s Dreft Black Card Competition Jindra Jansova will introduce her latest collection at a professional fashion show. The winner of this year´s competition will also be announced and given the opportunity to introduce his or her collection for the next year. Young designers will also feature at the Academy of Arts, Architecture and Design Fashion Show on Friday, September 21 and Young Talents Show on Saturday, September 22. The Stefanel brand will introduce its new collection that day as well.
Other highlights from the world of fashion will be on show at numerous lectures and talks throughout the city. There will be a special lecture dedicated to the history of jeans taking place on Saturday, September 22 and on the same day there will be a workshop where visitors can bring their favourite accessory or piece of clothing and decorate it with studs. The Pop-Up Store located at the Academy of Arts, Architecture and Design will offer a unique opportunity to buy fashion items by young designers.
The majority of the fashion shows will take place in a purpose-built tent located at the Alsovo Embankment close to the Rudolfinum Concert Hall.
The detailed programme of the individual fashion shows and accompanying events is available at: www.dreftfashionweek.cz
For more information please contact
Jitka Šnobrová
Press Department Manager
ČCCR – CzechTourism
tel.: +40 221 580 485
e-mail: snobrova@czechtourism.cz
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HERO INDIAN OPEN FINDS A NEW HOME IN BENGALURU
EUROPEAN TOUR WINNERS PETER HANSON, RICHIE RAMSAY AND JAMES MORRISON IN THE STARCAST
LOCAL HERO ANIRBAN LAHIRI PLAYS HIS FIRST INDIAN OPEN ON HOME TURF; GAGANJEET BHULLAR AND SHIV KAPUR ADD TO INDIAN CHALLENGE
Bengaluru, September 18, 2012: Swede Peter Hanson and Richie Ramsay of Scotland, two of the hottest players on the European Tour over the last month, headline a star-studded field for the 49th edition of the Hero Indian Open golf which ventures into Southern India for the first time in its nearly half a century history.
The oldest-running sports event in India, and one of the flagship events on the Asian Tour, the US$1.25 million Hero India Open, will also feature England’s James Morrison, another European Tour winner along with many of Asia’s leading lights.
The elite field will also include the in-form Indian stars – Bengaluru’s very own Anirban Lahiri, Gaganjeet Bhullar and Shiv Kapur among others. Lahiri, a winner on the Asian Tour this season, also made the cut and registered a hole-in-one at the British Open, while Bhullar, a three-time winner on Asian Tour, was second at the Worldwide Holdings Selangor Masters in Malaysia two weeks’ ago and won in Taipei this week.
Mr. Pawan Munjal, Managing Director & Chief Executive Officer, Hero MotoCorp Ltd said, “Hero MotoCorp has supported golf for more than 15 years now. We have seen the game grow from humble beginnings to being a major sport in India. I have always believed that we have to take big-ticket golf to other cities for the game to attract more followers in the country. And I am indeed happy that this year’s edition is being played in Bengaluru. I know that golf is very popular in the Garden City and I am sure the Hero Indian Open will go a long way in drawing more youngsters to the game.”
“This year’s field already looks very exciting with some of the top names confirming their participation, and I am sure more marquee players will be sending in their consent in the coming weeks. I do look forward to be in Bengaluru in October to savor some top-class golfing action.”
The Hero Indian Open comes into Southern India for the first time, with the event scheduled to be held here from October 18 to 21, 2012. The event, which was held for the first time in 1964, has previously been held only in National Capital Region (Delhi Golf Club, Classic Golf resort and the DLF Golf and Country Club) and the Royal Calcutta Golf Club.
Hanson, 34, and Ramsay, 29, won in successive weeks earlier this month. While Hanson sank a monstrous 35-foot eagle to win the KLM Open in a spectacular manner in the Netherlands, Ramsay won the European Masters in Switzerland. A member of the 2010 Ryder Cup team, Hanson – ranked No. 8 in Europe and No. 23 in the world – is also likely to be a crucial player for the 2012 Ryder Cup to be held in the United States in October, just three weeks before the Hero Indian Open.
Ramsay – ranked 17th in Europe and 60th in the world – is also on a hot streak. He won the European Masters and then finished second to Hanson at the KLM Open.
More Indian and international names will be announced in the coming weeks.
With Bengaluru and the Karnataka Golf Association (KGA) Golf Course having produced numerous Indian golfing stars in recent times, including former Indian Open winner, C Muniyappa (2009) and Lahiri, it is only fitting that the event travels to the Garden City. Muniyappa, who grew up and learnt his golf in Bengaluru, is on a comeback trail and is expected to make a strong showing.
Lt. General AKS Chandele (Retd.), Vice-President, Indian Golf Union said, “The Hero Indian Open is Indian golf’s signature tournament. Its history and popularity is indicative of the pride of place it enjoys in Indian golfing annals. With the growing popularity of golf in Bengaluru, it was just the right time for the tournament to come here. The Indian Golf Union is grateful to Hero MotoCorp for their continued support in sponsoring the tournament,” he further added. “We have seen a lot of big names coming for the Indian Open each year and I am sure the likes of Peter Hanson, Richie Ramsay and James Morison will add to that glitter.”
Mr. Yannick Colaco, COO, Nimbus Sport said, “Our investments in golf has been a well-thought out step towards our long term commitment to develop the commercial value of the sport in India and across Asia. In our second year of association with the Hero Indian Open, we have been able to give a new location to one of the most prestigious golf events in Asia and ensure a strong playing field. We would also like to thank Hero MotoCorp for their continued patronage to the tournament and the sport.”
Announcing the launch of the tournament Mr. Sumit Rathor, President, KGA said “We are thrilled to host the Hero Indian Open and would like to thank the IGU for giving us this opportunity. The KGA has had a rich history of playing host to some of India’s premiere golf tournaments and the Hero Indian Open will definitely be the jewel in our crown. The KGA is one of the finest courses in the country and I am confident that the pros will have great experience here.”
Mr. Mike Kerr, Chief Executive Officer of the Asian Tour, said, “We at the Asian Tour believe the prospect for the growth of professional golf in India is healthy and the quality of golfers produced by India have proven to be some of the very best in Asia. This is very much due to the strong support of great sponsors such as Hero MotoCorp and I am sure the upcoming edition of the Indian Open will set a new benchmark and take Indian golf to the next level.”
As usual, the Hero Indian Open has attracted a lot of high-profile sponsors, with out whom this tournament would never be possible at this level. The sponsors include, Hero, Incredible India, Rolex, Matthan Hotel, Ballantine’s and TaylorMade and many others are contributing to the success of the tournament and Indian golf.
About the Indian Golf Union
The Indian Golf Union is recognized by the Government of India as the National Federation for both Amateur as well as Professional Golf in India. Among the objectives of the Union is the promotion of the game of golf, select team of Golfers to represent India in International Championships, prescribe and interpret the rules of golf, assist in the layout and upkeep of Golf Courses and in maintaining a standard system of handicapping. The Indian Golf Union has over 200 Golf Course affiliated to it along with numerous State Golf Associations. The National Golf Academy of India located at Chandigarh functions directly under the Indian Golf Union and is responsible for training the coaches.
About Nimbus Sport
Nimbus Sport, a subsidiary of media conglomerate Nimbus Communications Limited, is a leading full service sports rights management and marketing company providing a complete range of solutions in sport, from on-ground to on-air. Nimbus has acquired and manages certain rights with respect to sports federations, including the Asian Cricket Council, Indian Golf Union, Indian Hockey Federation, and Singapore Cricket Association. Nimbus Sport is also a leading producer of the World Feed for LIVE sports events and has, over the last few years, produced over 4,000 hours of LIVE content for sports events.
ut the Asian Tour
As the official sanctioning body for professional golf in Asia, the Asian Tour leads the development of golf across the region, enhancing the careers of its members while maintaining a commitment to the integrity of the game. The Asian Tour, through its membership of the International Federation of PGA Tours, is the only recognised pan-Asian professional golf tour in Asia. This unique feature positions the Asian Tour at the pinnacle of professional golf in Asia; providing its events with Official World Ranking status. Tour Partners include Rolex (Official Timekeeper), Starwood Hotels and Resorts (Official Hotels and Resorts), Abacus (Official Apparel Partner), Cityneon (Official Event Overlay Partner), Inetol Headwear (Official Headwear Supplier), Singha Beer (Official Beer), BlackBerry (Official Communications Partner) and Srixon (Official Ball). The Asian Tour has offices in Kuala Lumpur and Singapore.