Sparking Ruminations

Center plans 43 new IT cities in India

2008-06-16T09:57:00.000-07:00

New Delhi: As rising cost of infrastructure and employees in big cities started threatening the Indian IT industry, the government has announced its plan to develop 43 new IT cities in the country, in order to tap the huge surge in demand for IT-enabled services over the next 10 years, while maintaining its cost effective appeal, reported The Economic Times.

The move comes when IT and BPO companies are losing their global cost advantage with the emergence of countries like Vietnam and the Philippines which offer similar services at cheaper rates and are threatening India's status as the world's back office.

The plan seeks to find a way out of the situation where companies find it difficult to recruit quality employees as the allure of BPO jobs dulls and attrition rates go up.

Infrastructure constraints in Bangalore, Gurgaon and elsewhere are other spanners in the work.

Source: SiliconIndia.com

It is felt that these new towns will provide a steady supply of workers besides being specifically geared towards the needs of the IT and BPO sectors. The proposal, suggested by a high-level group on service sector, has been cleared by the Planning Commission. "The modalities for the ambitious plan will be finalized very soon," sources said.

Indian inflation races to seven-year high

2008-06-15T03:44:00.000-07:00

India’s inflation rate hit its highest level in seven years at the end of May, prompting speculation that the central bank would be forced to increase interest rates for the second time in a matter of weeks to contain soaring prices.
In a surprise increase, inflation jumped to an annual rate of 8.75 per cent on May 31, up from 8.24 per cent a week earlier, with economists warning it was likely to breach 10 per cent in figures to be released next week that will reflect fuel price rises at the start of June.

“Headline inflation is about to reach double digit levels,” Morgan Stanley economist Chetan Ahya said. “The RBI will likely hike the policy rate again.”
Central banks across Asia are facing off against inflation as a surge in the price of oil beyond $130 is driving up the cost of basic goods in a region that imports most of its fuel.
India’s United Progressive Alliance, the ruling coalition led by the Congress party, has taken a series of administrative measures to contain prices, ranging from curbing exports of essential commodities to suspending futures trading in key food items.

But the moves have proven largely futile in quelling inflation. Friday’s surprise increase was partly the result of a rise in the cost of some edible oils, an item whose price the government had earlier sought to control through import duty cuts and the suspension of futures trading.
Another contributor to Friday’s sharper-than-expected increase in inflation was the textile sector, an industry that is heavily dependent on petrochemicals as a raw material.
With the central government measures faltering, the RBI was forced to take emergency action, announcing after market hours on Wednesday an emergency increase in its key “repo” lending rate by 25 basis points to 8 per cent, its highest level in more than five years.
Economists now expect the RBI to increase rates by a further 25 basis points on July 29, its next scheduled policy meeting, in an effort to send a strong signal on inflation and to support the rupee, which has depreciated 8 per cent against the dollar this year.
Economists say India’s policymakers are now making a priority of controlling inflation even at the expense of growth – the economy expanded 9 per cent in the fiscal year that ended in March.
But with inflation emerging as the number one political issue ahead of a general election that must be held by May next year, that is a price India’s government is happy to pay.
India’s hundreds of millions of poor voters are highly sensitive to even minor increases in the cost of living.
Sonal Varma, an economist with Lehman Brothers, said the inflation figures for the week ended June 7, to be released next Friday, would probably reflect a government increase in India’s retail fuel prices of an average of 10 per cent as well as potentially an increase in aircraft fuel prices.
It is also likely to be driven higher by the base effect of a year earlier, when inflation dipped during the same period.
“Everything seems to be bunched up in a week where you will already have fuel prices and will already be coming off a negative base. That’s the reason why we are looking at a step increase up to 10 per cent next week,” Ms Varma said.

Source: FT.com

India's Business Schools Need an Upgrade

2008-06-14T02:48:00.000-07:00

A business group study finds that most MBA programs need better faculty, texts, and certification
Business education is booming in India, but the bulk of rank-and-file programs in the country suffer from outdated textbooks, professors who don't keep up with economic trends, and narrow curriculums, according to a recently released report by an Indian business group.
The Business Barometer study was issued last month by the the Associated Chambers of Commerce & Industry of India (Assocham), the country's leading chamber of commerce organization. It found that beyond the top 30 institutions, most business school professors and lecturers in India's business schools are ignorant of the world's major economic trends and key developments, such as the subprime crisis in the U.S. Few read business publications.
The study's author, Jyoti Bhutani, called the findings "shocking," adding that Indian businesses are finding it difficult to get top-quality graduates. She said there is "a huge gap" between the pay packages offered to grads of top Indian business schools (BusinessWeek.com, 4/13/08) and those provided to grads of the lesser institutions.
Faculty Not Up to Par
The survey was done to assess the faculty's grasp on practical subject matter and general economic awareness at India's various MBA schools. The business school market in India has exploded in the past few years, with more than 1,600 business schools offering undergraduate business and MBA programs (BusinessWeek.com, 9/13/05). But their academic standards remain uneven: No single, independent regulator oversees the universities and colleges. As a result, the quality of many faculty members falls short, leaving students with a degree that is "devoid of any real value," said Bhutani, assistant director of Assocham's research bureau.
"While the top B-schools of India are increasingly getting recognized internationally, the remaining thousands of management institutes in the country have dismal standards of faculty," Bhutani said via e-mail.
The study found that only 6% of the 258 faculty members she surveyed read any business newspaper on a regular basis, with steady readership of business magazines "negligible." As a result, teachers are often unaware of key economic developments in India and the world. For example, 89% of the teachers did not know what India's gross domestic product growth rate was in 2006-07. Almost 92% weren't aware that the country's foreign exchange reserves have surpassed $300 billion. The study found that 91% of lecturers teaching a Business Environment class called did not know how to read financial documents, and 90% did not know that the U.S. might be in recession.
Additionally, most of the case studies or examples discussed in class are outdated because the library books used by lecturers are old. Many of the books are written by authors outside India, and teachers use case studies that lack Indian content.
A Patchwork of Certifying Agencies
"As the teachers themselves are ill-informed, even the students remain unaware of real-world developments," Bhutani said. "It has a direct bearing on the employability of the students."
Adding to the problem is a patchwork of more than a dozen accreditation agencies in India. The National Knowledge Commission, which serves as an advisory group to India's Prime Minister, criticized existing Indian regulators and accreditation bodies in a 2006 report.
"There are several instances where an engineering college or a business school is approved, promptly, in a small house of a metropolitan suburb without the requisite teachers, infrastructure, or facilities, but established universities experience difficulties in obtaining similar approvals," the commission wrote in the report.
M.S. Shyamsundar, deputy adviser for the government-run National Assessment & Accreditation Council, said his agency had accredited about 15 business schools, all of which adhered to his agency's strict criteria and guidelines. He acknowledged that the academic quality of business schools varies widely throughout the country. "I think we have different shades of quality institutions, ranging from very mediocre to very good," Shyamsundar said in a telephone interview.
Accreditation Must Be Improved
He said he hopes more business schools will come forward for accreditation in the next few years, a step that will go a long way to improve the reputation of these management institutions. "Quality is one of the pressing concerns," he said. "This is why we are asking them to come forward for accreditation. Once they do this, the schools can know their strengths and weaknesses."
John Fernandes, president of the U.S.-based Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business International (AACSB), said his agency is working with four or five of the top Indian business schools that are seeking AACSB accreditation. Most are members of the "elite" business school cadre in India, known as India Institute of Managements. None of the top Indian business schools has accreditation from AACSB, one of the leading business school accrediting agencies.
Setting a high standard for Indian business schools by satisfying a quality accrediting agency is an important step for Indian business schools, said Assocham's Bhutani. An improved accreditation process would have a ripple effect on all Indian business schools, he continued, forcing them to improve the quality of teachers, materials, and professional development.

Source: BusinessWeek

The iPhone 3G Unveiled

2008-06-14T02:21:00.000-07:00

Apple's new mobile device features improvements galore, not the least of which is a more attractive price tag that will likely ignite demand.

Almost a year after upending the mobile-phone world with its first wireless handset, the iPhone, Apple unveiled a souped-up second version of the device, the iPhone 3G.

Introduced by Apple (AAPL) CEO Steve Jobs in a June 9 keynote address in San Francisco, the iPhone 3G will sell for $199 for an 8GB version and $299 for a 16GB version. The new prices represent a departure from a year ago when the first devices sold for $599 on the upper end. The iPhone 3G will be available in 22 countries beginning July 11, and will eventually be sold in 70 countries in all.
The new phone derives its name from the faster Internet downloads available on advanced, or third-generation (3G), wireless networks. Jobs told the audience the new iPhone downloads Web pages as much as 36% faster than comparable phones from Nokia (NOK) and Palm (PALM). The new phone also sports a feature that lets users know their location using GPS satellites. Phones that run GPS technology are able to access an array of location-aware applications, including mapping within address books. Other improvements over the original device include improved audio quality on phone calls.
Juicing Demand
Improvements to the first version of the iPhone—the lower price in particular—will likely generate greater demand for one of Apple's most successful products to date. "If anyone needed proof that Apple was ready, willing, and able to go after lots of mobile-phone users, they got it today," says Gartner (IT) analyst Mike McGuire. "Apple is showing itself to be really serious about the phone market." Apple has sold 6 million units since the iPhone was introduced at the end of June, 2007. "More people desired to buy it, but they couldn't afford it," Apple Chief Operating Officer Tim Cook says.
Demand for the iPhone also stands to benefit the wireless carriers on whose networks the device runs—although Cook says the lower price reflects a subsidy that will be absorbed by the service providers. The official iPhone provider in the U.S. is AT&T (T). "The launch of 3G iPhone will be another opportunity for [Apple's] exclusive providers to boost [revenue per user] and market share gains, continuing what 2G iPhone started," UBS (UBS) analyst John Hodulik wrote in a research report.
Apple's stock dropped during the keynote, falling as much as $7.25, or nearly 4%, by 2 p.m. Eastern time, though it later recouped losses. Apple shares had slipped $4.03, or 2.2%, to 181.61 by the close of trading.
Apple also added features designed to make this version of the iPhone more attractive to business users. These include the ability to read documents from Microsoft Office (MSFT), including documents in Word, spreadsheets in Excel, and PowerPoint presentations. "We sort of checked the boxes on everything the enterprise wanted," Cook says.
Several New Features
Another new feature is a service called MobileMe, an expansion of Apple's existing .Mac Web service, which offers hosted e-mail, online storage, and other services for users of Apple's Macintosh computers. During the presentation, Apple Senior Vice-President Phil Schiller described the service as "Exchange for the rest of us," referring to Microsoft's widely used corporate e-mail, calendar, and contact-list tools.

E-mail messages, calendar updates, and contacts are updated live via a wireless Internet connection, and data are synchronized between the iPhone and a Macintosh or Windows PC.
Google's (GOOG) map application has been integrated into contact lists. The service also lets users update their online photo albums directly from iPhones. Users will also be able to store up to 20GB of data from both their computers or their iPhones via an application called iDisk. The service will be available for $99 a year, and also available for a free 60-day trial starting in July.
Apple is able to make such a large price cut because wireless carriers including AT&T will subsidize about half the price of the new phone. Under existing arrangements, Apple takes a cut of the revenue collected by carriers for iPhone service plans. Analysts have speculated that Apple's share is as high as 30%, though precise deal terms have not been disclosed.
Under arrangements for the new iPhone, Apple is relinquishing the revenue-sharing arrangements in exchange for subsidies it hopes will move more phones off shelves. "Higher unit volumes will offset removal of carrier revenue share payments," Piper Jaffray (PJC) analyst Gene Munster wrote in a June 9 research note. AT&T said in a regulatory filing that its bottom line will take a hit as a result of the subsidies. Earnings will be cut 10¢ to 12¢ through the end of 2009, the company said. Owners of iPhones tend to generate double the monthly service revenue as owners of other devices, AT&T added.
Apple also introduced several new software applications created by third-party developers. Earlier this year, Apple made available a kit that makes it easier for software writers to create applications for the iPhone (BusinessWeek.com, 3/6/08).
New applications include an auction program from eBay (EBAY), a series of games from Sega and Pangea Software, a friend locator from wireless startup Loopt, and a pair of medical programs from Modality. The Associated Press, the global news organization, also demonstrated a service called the Mobile News Network, which gathers news content based on the phone's location, but also gives iPhone owners the ability to send photos and text to the AP when they see news happening. The blogging service TypePad also debuted an application for blogging directly from the iPhone.
Widespread Apps
Jobs said applications will be available from Apple's iTunes store and will be available in 62 countries. Small applications that require 10MB of memory or less will be downloadable over the air, while larger ones will require either a Wi-Fi connection or installation directly from iTunes. Developers who sell their software through iTunes will set the prices and will be allowed to keep 70% of the revenue from sales.
Corporate customers will be able to distribute applications to employees. Corporate technology managers will have the ability to authorize phones on their networks, and then create an approved list of applications that can run on those phones.

Source: BusinessWeek.

Why the Indian markets falling

2008-06-11T09:29:00.000-07:00

It all started with the US subprime problem and the global credit crunch, which led the BSE Sensex nosediving from its peak of 21,206 on January 10, 2008 to 14,677 on March 18. A part of the fall can also be attributed to the concerns pertaining to the increase in crude oil prices and its impact on India's economic growth.
Some of the early signs were also visible from rising inflation and the slowdown in domestic industrial production numbers. This further led to concerns over high interest rates, slowdown in GDP and thus, corporate earnings as well.
Sensing these developments, foreign institutional investors were the first ones to move out of the market, and they partly became the reason for the markets to fall.
End of the bloodbath?
If the global and domestic problems persist, experts predict the Sensex to fall to 12,000-14,500 levels. Though bold and unbelievable, there are few players who are predicting that the Sensex may touch the 9,000 levels.
While we are not predicting the Sensex levels, we jot down and bring certain factors that may determine the future course of the markets and what investors should do during these uncertain times.
Crude realities
No investor will be willing to invest in an asset headed for reporting lower profits and no asset can be profitable if costs are higher than realisations.
Crude oil is one such commodity, whether it is the economy (macro) or corporate profitability (micro), which is considered to be the source of most of the problems.
While crude oil prices had corrected to $125 levels, after crossing $135 a barrel mark, it again scaled a new peak of $139.12 a barrel last week. There are reports predicting that it will go to $150 to $200 a barrel.
There are several reasons attributed to the recent spike in the crude oil prices including increased financial investments and a marginal rise in costs of oil production.
Whether the crude oil price rises to such high levels or not, experts suggest that the good old days of cheap oil may be gone for a long time to come.
Bloating deficit
According to studies, a $10 increase in the crude oil prices may reduce India's GDP growth by about 0.3 percentage points and an increase in the consumer price index by 1.2 percentage points.
India imports about 70 per cent of its oil requirements, suggesting that at current levels, it will have to pay a significantly higher amount to meet demand. It has already led to a large trade deficit (over 7 per cent of the GDP).
How they compare
Fiscal deficit, which is currently at about 3 per cent of the GDP, could reach to 10 per cent levels if the fertiliser, food, farm and oil subsidies are added.
Hence, further rise in crude oil prices will only make things worse. Not only this, rising oil will have serious consequences on others things as well.
"If crude oil touches $150 levels and sustains there, it will be a crude awakening for the global as well as for India. India's annual import bill will touch to $140 billion against the $78 billion estimated for the FY08," says Devendra Nevgi, CEO and CIO, Quantum Mutual Fund.
High inflation
High crude oil prices would have a sweeping impact on the Indian economy.
To put forth some of them: Higher inflation rate, rupee depreciation, increasing trade account and fiscal deficit, and firm interest rates. The other side of an oil shock would probably the ensuing political instability and social unrest.
Sector fortunes
The inflation rate, which is already high at over 8 per cent, could emerge as a key concern. Economists share different views with regards to inflation reaching the double digit figure in the short term, and if not, it could range at about 7-8 per cent, especially after the recent hike in the petrol and diesel prices
Source : Business Standard

Lagi Aaj Sawan Ki Phir Wo Jhadi Hai --chandini

2008-02-25T02:25:00.001-08:00

jihale masti.....

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Lambi Judaai - Reshma - HERO

2008-02-25T02:08:00.000-08:00

Sathiya ye tune kya kiya --Love

2008-02-25T02:04:00.000-08:00

Ae zindagi gale laga le---Sadma

2008-02-25T02:02:00.000-08:00

Tare zameen par--Maa

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Dating Tips

2008-02-19T02:05:00.000-08:00

Lighten Up
We worry too much about dating. We worry about everything from talking too much to whether our boy/girlfriend really likes us. If you worry too much or have little confidence in your dating skills, lighten up!1) Be kind to everyone. This will create success because everyone likes being around kind people.2) Be upbeat! No one likes to be around someone who is constantly negative.3) If someone likes you, expect them to treat you with respect and warmth. If they don´t, don´t waste your precious dating years on someone who is going to abuse you.Remember, people are attracted to people who calm, centered and happy. And if you act that way, you will begin to feel that way!

Cleanliness and Attire
The impression you leave on a date begins the moment you see each other. Even before you speak your first words, your date has made judgments based on what he/she sees. That is why your appearance, cleanliness and clothing are so important on a date. Making a misstep in these three categories can negate any other positive thing you do during the remainder of the date. It is better to ensure that you have showered and are appropriately dressed than to hurry to avoid being late. If you need to, make a phone call and delay...but look nice for your date. It shows you care.

A Flower On The Second Date?
Bring a flower or two on a second date. It will show your date that you have been looking forward to it.
1) A couple of casual flowers, such as carnations or daisies would be great!
2) Try to stay away from red roses till you have seen each other for awhile.
3)You can even give one flower with some leaves and baby's breath with a ribbon!

Don´t Rush A Relationship
When you like someone, it's often tempting to rush in and shower him or her with affection, gifts, phone calls and all your time and attention. Unfortunately, this extreme focus can be too much too soon and might scare away the person. Rein in your enthusiasm and try to let the relationship grown and develop on its own. Don't try to do everything; let your dating partner initiate some things as well. You'll find it's rather nice to be on the receiving end of some of that attention and affection, too.

Being Attentive
The simplest way to convey interest on a date is listening. Listening is incredibly important for any successful dating experience. Not only will you actually learn something about the person you are dating, they will feel both desired and interesting. Listening goes way beyond merely "looking interested." You have to be attentive to what your date is saying. You should ask questions, and occasionally chime in with your own anecdotes. This way you will seem both attentive and interesting.

Beyond Attraction
Attraction is very important in every dating relationship; in fact, most individuals say that attraction is the reason they sought out their dating partner for the first date. But once attraction has been established, other key factors come into play. Consider the following questions. Does this person talk openly with me? Can I share my thoughts with him/her? Does he/she care about what I am doing? Does this person respect me and my desires? Does this person push me to do things I am uncomfortable with? Remember, attraction is only one of many elements of a successful relationship. Make sure your relationship has more than just attraction to survive.

ConversationHere are a few dating tips for conversation. Start small. You can't come charging into a date with both conversational barrels blazing – heavy topics like life and politics should come later in the conversation. Begin by simply asking about her or his day. Listen to what your date has to say, and take turns directing the conversation. The point of the date is to get to know the other person; don't try to rush anything. If in-depth topics come up, good; if they don't, don't worry. Hopefully they'll surface during another date. Remember, remain true to your opinions -- don't browbeat the person, but don't agree for the sake of agreeing either.

Advanced Planning
Spontaneity is a wonderful thing, but not always when you have a date on the calendar. A nice evening usually requires some preparation. When you ask out a date, it is a good idea to make plans. For example, if you are going out to eat, make reservations. Discuss your plans with your date before hand so he/she can prepare as well. It is good to tell a date what time you will pick them up and what time you expect to have them home. Even if you have been dating someone for a long period of time, you should still take the time to plan ahead. It shows you care and you will have more fun because you put more thought and caring into the process.

Don´t Lead Me On
It's surprising how much damage can be done by people who are trying to be nice. If you are dating someone who you like as a friend, and you know that person has much stronger feelings about you, don't think that the 'nice' thing to do is to continue to date them without explanation. That would be leading the person on -- intentionally or unintentionally. Always let the person know the extent of your feelings. You are not being nice when you pretend; you will both be better off when you are honest. Their time will not be wasted, and their feelings will be honored.

Dating Resolutions
Most people start the new year with a list of resolutions. It's a nice way to start fresh, to start anew. As you begin a new relationship, consider making some dating resolutions so that your new relationship can have a fresh start, too. Some resolutions to consider include:

1) I will listen more than I talk.
2) I will be more positive.
3) If I criticize my partner, I will show an increase in love afterwards.
4) I will be more patient.
5) I will be loyal to my partner.

Sex Should Be LastIt's the million dollar question: when should a couple have sex? The answer is probably a bit different for every couple. But at the 2001 Smart Marriage conference, Dr. John VanEpp recommended the following sequence of events, which applies to all couples considering a serious relationship.

1. Know--you must know someone before you get too serious with them. You must know about their family, their habits, their values and their lifestyle.

2. Trust--When you start knowing someone, you begin to trust them more. Trust is something that should be earned and not easily given.

3. Rely--Once you know someone and you trust them, you can start relying on them.

4. Commit--Once we know, trust, and rely on someone, we can then make a stronger commitment to them. That is why the marriage commitment is so important.

5. Sex--Finally, sex. If you start off with sex, you have started in the wrong place. In order for a relationship to be healthy, you MUST know each other, you must trust each other, you must rely upon each other, and you must be committed to each other. It is at this point, and only at this point, that sex is wise and healthy.

A Few Do´s & Don´ts
DO NOT call and ask for a date for the same day.

DO plan interactive activities on a first date to get to know the person better. (Translation: no movies).

DO NOT be late for a date.

DO plan dates in different environments to see how your partner responds to a variety of situations.

DO NOT talk about yourself the whole night--find out more about your date.

DO kiss on the first date if the feeling moves you! Be spontaneous.

Do NOT forget to give a tip to your waiter if you go out to eat.

summer skin care

2008-02-19T01:38:00.000-08:00

Summer is the season when you have to take special care of your skin. You may be surprised that your summer skin, which looked radiant throughout winter, suddenly looks dull, blemished and oily. This is because, in winter your skin's natural oils solidifies, whereas in summer it flows freely. It's estimated that 90 percent of wrinkles cause due to sun exposure. The sun's long- and short-wave ultraviolet rays, or UVA and UVB, penetrate the deepest layers of skin, damaging the collagen -- the spongy protein that gives skin it's structure, firmness, and elasticity. Fair skin wrinkles more readily than dark skin because it contains less pigment, which acts as a natural sunscreen, blocking some of the sun's damaging UVA and B rays. To prevent wrinkles caused due to sunrays stay out of the sun, especially between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when it's almost directly overhead and UV radiation is strongest. Stay in the shade as much as possible. And wear protective clothing and plenty of sunscreen. Strive to apply sunscreen 15 to 30 minutes before stepping outside. Sunscreen should always be reapplied after contact with water or after sweating. Sunscreen also should be worn year round--every time you leave the house. Shop for sunscreen that blocks against UVB and UVA rays both believed to induce skin cancer.

Moisturisation is the most important part of daily skin care. Your skin needs more water than anything else and moisturisers are more needed in summer when you lose most of your body salts by sweating. Buy a water-based moisturizer and use it without fail. Make it a habit to wash your face gently with water a number of times in a day (try and use mineral water). You can splash as many as 20 times as long as you don't use very hot or cold water on your skin (which can cause fine vein to appear on your face). Steam your face regularly to open the pores and clean your face of the dirt (five minutes for dry skin and 10 minutes if it is oily). Pat dry with tissue and moisturize.

A few moisturisers you can make at home:

1. Take cucumber juice and watermelon juice in equal proportions and apply on face. You can cool it in the frig before use.

2. Rose water is also a good moisturiser and it can be sprayed on the face to tone and refresh it.

Beat the heat with a glow on your face Here are some face pack which makes ur skin Beautiful:

A facemask of egg white and honey gently removes the tan from your face.

Mix oats with honey, yogurt and ground almonds. Apply this in your face, leave it for five minutes and wash with lukewarm water.

Cucumber is a natural cleanser. Mix cucumber juice with milk and use it instead of a cleanser.

Take 1/3-cup cocoa, three teaspoons of heavy cream, 1/3-cup ripe papaya, 1/4-cup honey and three teaspoons of oatmeal powder. Mix it all together. Apply on your face. After 10 minutes, wash your face with warm water. This is best for oily skin

For oily skin, apply a mixture of grapes, lemon and egg white. Leave it for 20 minutes and rinse with warm water. While lemon acts as a natural cleanser, grapes will soften your skin and egg whites will tighten it. Don’t be alarmed if your skin tingles.

Cut the lemon and rub the wedge all over your face. Leave it for about 20 minutes, then rinse off with cold water. This will refresh your face. Avoid doing this if you have dry skin.

Mix honey, lemon and vegetable oil .This mixture is a good moisturiser for dry skin. Apply this mask for 10 minutes.

Apply the mixture of honey and milk on the face . This will make your skin glow.

Prepare a mask by mixing a slice of pumpkin with egg yolk and milk. Let this mask set on your face for 30 minutes for a glowing skin.

Mix half-a-cup honey to your bath water for soft and smooth skin.

For a soothing body pack, prepare a paste of mint leaves and almonds. Mix it with warm water and apply all over your body. Leave it till it dries and rinse with warm water.

Buttermilk dabbed on skin for 15 minutes will soak up oil from your skin without drying it.
Carrot juice applied daily fades blemishes.

For dark underarms and neck apply lemon juice mixed with cucumber juice and a pinch of turmeric daily. Leave this on for 20 minutes.

For removing facial hair.. Apply a sticky paste of egg white blended with sugar and corn flour. When it dries, gently peel it off. Repeat this three to four times a week.

Thin apple slices rubbed onto oily skin will help in controlling oily shine.

For supple skin, apply a ripe smashed banana on your face for 20 minutes daily.

Cauliflower juice applied on warts regularly will make them fall.

For a fair skin, try this natural bleach. Mix orange peels (sun dried and powdered) with milk. Apply this paste for 25 minutes and wash off.

Mix half teaspoon dried curry leaf powder with multani mitti (fullers earth) and apply on the face. Wash it after it gets dry.

Apply the mixture of tomato juice and honey on the face and neck , wash it after 15 minutes.

Apply the mixture of carrot juice and basin. Leave it till it dries and wash the face.

Add two teaspoon of tomato juice with 4 teaspoon of curd and apply on the face.

Add a pinch of yeast with 2 teaspoon of cabbage juice and apply.

Mix 1 table spoon of barley powder with half teaspoon of lime juice and 1 teaspoon of honey. Apply it on the face and wash after 20 minutes.

Mix pineapple juice and carrot juice together and apply it on the face and wash it after 15 minutes.

Mix vinegar and rose water in equal quantities and apply.

Mix curd and cucumber juice and apply it on the face.

Apply the mixture of coconut water and thick pineapple juice.

Make a paste with 1/2 teaspoon of milk powder, 1/4 teaspoon of egg white and 1/2 teaspoon of lemon juice and apply on the face.

For dry skin, Make a paste with egg yolk, olive oil and lemon juice. Apply it on the neck and face, wash it out after 10 minutes.

For oily skin, take a mixture of oatmeal and egg white and apply it on the neck and face

For glowing skin, use basin or green gram powder mixed with milk instead of soap.

Apply the mixture of raw turmeric and cream of milk on the face and wash it after 20 minutes. It will make your skin fair.

Apply the mixture of honey, basin, cream of milk and olive oil as a face pack.

Apply the paste of fenugreek with milk on the face and let it dry. Wash off with luke warm water.

Make a paste of red sandal wood and apply it on the face every day for glowing skin.

Make a paste with red sandal powder and coconut milk and apply on the face for soft skin.

IT tax sop scheme might extend beyond 2009

2008-02-14T07:45:00.000-08:00

The Indian government is likely to extend the tax-free software technology parks of India (STPI) scheme beyond 2009, a central minister said on Wednesday.

"The STPI scheme, initially brought out to develop IT industry in the country, might be extended so that IT industry continues to achieve its stupendous growth," said Communications and IT Minister A. Raja here.

He was addressing the India Leadership Forum 2008 organised by the National Association of Software and Services Companies (Nasscom).

The minister said his ministry was in complete sync with the demands of the STPI and special economic zone (SEZ) schemes for the industry and was pushing its case.

The STPI scheme, which is set to expire in 2009, provides a 10-year income tax exemption for units situated in software technology parks. Nasscom had Monday sought the extension of the STPI scheme.

While large companies could move over to SEZs, small and mid-sized companies were finding it difficult to follow suit owing to cost barriers. SEZs are mostly located in and around large cities.

Raja said his ministry is trying to extend the concessions currently available to SEZs.

He lauded the IT industry for achieving its targeted growth despite global recession and a strong rupee.

"I am deeply impressed that the IT industry is on par to reach $60 billion in revenues by 2008 and provide employment to two million people, an increase of 370,000 over the previous year."

Raja called upon the IT industry to come out with innovative products and services to help reach the rural India.

"Eighty per cent of the population is bereft of Internet connectivity and the IT industry should come with affordable products and services so that the fruits of IT revolution will reach the masses."

Raja also said the IT Ministry was planning to develop tier I and tier II cities into major IT hubs.

IT sector plagued with under-skilled staff

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Insufficient IT staff availability, service delivery issues, and difficulty in proving the value of information technology (IT) continue to plague executives at IT organizations around the world, says a new report by the nonprofit, independent IT Governance Institute (ITGI).

ITGI commissioned a global survey of 749 CEO / CIO level executives in 23 countries to determine their IT governance priorities and their organizations' IT-related problems. According to the IT Governance Global Status Report 2008, which is available as a complimentary download at www.itgi.org, 58 percent of respondents noted an insufficient number of staff, compared to 35 percent in 2005.

Also, 48 percent said that IT service delivery problems remain the second most common problem, and 38 percent point to problems relating to staff with inadequate skills. Thirty percent of respondents also reported problems anticipating the return on investment (ROI) for IT expenditures.

The study is a follow-up to ITGI's 2003 and 2005 surveys and tracks IT governance trends over the past four years. Several important business developments relating to IT are identified in the report, including.

For 93 percent of respondents, IT is somewhat very important to the overall corporate strategy, while 32 percent of respondents say that IT is always on the board agenda - up from 25 percent in 2005. IT department, according to 18 percent of respondents, informs the business about potential business opportunities, up from 14 percent in 2005.

Fifty percent of respondents were aware of the Control Objectives for Information and related Technology (COBIT) framework for IT governance, nearly doubling since 2005.

Alignment between IT strategy and corporate strategy is average, poor or very poor, feel 36 percent of respondents. According to the survey, the percentage of organizations that are in the process of implementing or have already implemented IT governance practices in different regions are: South America - 27 percent, Asia - 44 percent, Europe - 50 percent, and North America - 50 percent.

"The bottom line is that many organizations around the world are needlessly sacrificing money, productivity and competitive advantage by not implementing effective IT governance," said Lynn Lawton, International President of ITGI.

Look Gorgeous on Valentine Days By using Home Remedies

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Here is a small tip for natural glow, this will help you keep your skin glowing without a need to visit beauty parlour
-Mix one tbsp milk powder,
-two tbsps honey,
-the juice of half a lime and a pinch of turmeric.

Apply the paste on your face and neck.
Leave it on till it dries, and rinse.
Follow this beauty routine two to three times a week, and you will notice a difference in your complexion.

.Make a paste by adding wheat flour to milk and rub it well on your face. When the paste dries up, wash it off. The dirt and dust will come out along with the maida paste leaving the skin soft

.Blend equal quantities of strawberries, pear, grapes, apples and orange in a blender. Apply a thin film of honey on face and apply this deliciously good fruit mask. Let it stand for 30 minutes and rinse off with warm water

. For dry skin, use this regularly. Mix the yolk of one egg, two spoonfuls of orange juice, a few drops of sweet almond oil and half a spoon of lemon juice. Mix well, beat and apply. Keep it for half an hour before washing off.

. Make a paste of ground mustard seeds with either milk or water. Apply this paste on face and neck and leave on for ten minutes. Wash off with cold water.

Homemade face packs not only cleanses skin, but it also maintain the tautness of skin. Face packs removing wastes, impurities and dead skin cells. Some face packs you can make easily and use in minutes. There are many type of packs, you can make at your home.

Here are some Homemade Face Pack for Glowing n Beautiful skin:-

1.Mash up a ripe banana and add honey to make a pulp. Spread on face and remove with normal water.

2.Take 4-5 tablespoons of oatmeal and add to the juice of grapefruit. Make paste and apply over face.

3.Take 2 lettuce leaves and dip in olive oil. A few drops of lemon juice sprinkle on them. Now take it and place them on both sides of face, after that cover them with a towel dipped in mineral water. Wipe your face with cotton soaked in warm milk.At last rinse with warm water.

4.Half apple, peeled and sliced; one egg yolk, vinegar , two tablespoons oil, one table spoon of honey,one tablespoon of ascorbic acid. Put all ingredients into liquidizer and blend, make a paste. Apply it on the face and leave it some minutes. After dry the skin, wash with warm water.

5.Take 3 strawberry and rose water. Mash these strawberry and make a pulp. After take it appl y over the face and leave it for 10-15 minutes. Wash it with rose water. It leaves the skin glowing and shining.

6.Mix Fullers earth, one tablespoon glycerine ,2 tablespoon rose water, one spoon of tomato juice and make a mud. Mix all ingredients with liquid to form the paste . Apply the paste on face and let it dry. For washing the face milk is best instead of water. It makes the skin refreshing and smooth.

7.Take one teaspoon of fresh milk cream and a spoon of orange juice. Apply on the face ,keep it for 15 minutes and wash. It makes the skin soft and smooth.

8.Take 2 teaspoons of tomato juice and one teaspoonful of lemon juice. Mix them and apply on the face for 5-10 minutes. Wash with lukewarm water.

9. Take one tablespoon of fresh milk and 2 tablespoon of household starch. Make paste and apply on the face for smooth and firm skin.

10.Take one potato, then grate it and sqeeze it juice, mix half teaspoon of lemon juice. Apply this juice on the face with cotton wool. K eep for 5 minutes,this best for blemishes and dark spots.

CB Series - India Vs Australia 4th one day Highlights

2008-02-12T10:16:00.000-08:00

India Vs Australia CB Series - 4th one day : Indian batting highlights

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India 4th biggest loser among emerging markets in Jan: S&P

2008-02-12T10:08:00.000-08:00

A study by financial market data provider Standard and Poor's (S&P) says that India has become the fourth worst performer among all the emerging markets in the first month of 2008, with a loss of close to 16 percent. In 2007, the country emerged as one of the top performers in the equity markets.

"If investors thought the market could only go up, January's wake-up call pulled them back into reality," S&P said in its monthly update on world equity markets.

A bearish sentiment across both emerging and developed markets caused loss of a whopping $5.2 billion to the global stock markets, marking one of the worst ever starts to a new year, S&P said.

"There were few safe havens in January as 50 of the 52 global equity markets ended the month in negative territory, with 25 of them posting double-digit losses," S&P's Senior Index Analyst Howard Sliverblatt said.

While developed markets suffered a loss of 7.83 percent, the emerging markets registered a loss 12.44 percent during the month.

All the 26 developed markets posted negative returns, with 16 of them losing over 10 percent, reflecting a disappointing trend in emerging markets despite gains seen by Morocco (10.17 percent) and Jordan (3.11 percent).

Among emerging markets, Turkey was hit the hardest losing 22.70 percent followed by China at 21.40 percent. Russia lost 16.12 percent, while India lost close to 16 percent, S&P said.

Easy way to get Glowing Sking By Using Home Remedies

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Skin Type

Normal skin

~ Extract the juice of half an orange or tomato, mix with two teaspoons of curd. Lightly massage onto your face in an upward direction. Let it dry. Then, wash your face with cold water and wipe dry. This will give your skin a nice glow.

~ Rub the inner part of the skin of a papaya on your face. Let it dry. Then, wash your face with cold water and wipe dry. This will give your skin a nice glow.

Whenever you cut a papaya to eat, save a small portion of the peel for this purpose. You can store the peel in an airtight container for about two days in the fridge; however, it is preferable to use it fresh.

~ Grind 50 grams (around half a cup) of cabbage and extract the juice. Apply this on your face. After it dries, wash with cool water and wipe dry. This helps tighten your skin and prevents wrinkles.

~ Grind one small carrot and squeeze the pulp to remove the juice. Apply the juice on your face and let it dry. Then, wash with cold water and wipe your face dry. This helps to rejuvenate your skin.

~ Whenever eating an apple, do not discard the skin. Use it as a skin cleanser.

Just rub the inner side of the peel in an upward direction and let your face dry. Then, wash with cool water and pat dry. This helps tighten your skin.

~ Take an ice cube and rub on your face. Then, pat dry. This helps to improve blood circulation and keeps your skin healthy.
Variation: Boil some lemon grass in a small container of water and cool. Pour it in the ice tray and freeze. Later, rub the ice cube on your face.

~ Beat the white of one egg and apply on your face in an upward direction. Once it dries, wash with cold water. It helps tighten your skin and delays wrinkles.

Oily skin

~ Make a paste of 2 tbsp of wheat flour using as much water as needed. Apply on your face in an upward motion. Leave to dry. Then, wash with cool water and pat dry. This helps remove excess oil from your skin.

~ Mix two teaspoons of raw milk, around the same quantity of cucumber juice and few drops of lemon. With a cotton ball, apply the solution on your face and leave to dry. Then, wash with water and pat dry.

~Soak two to three teaspoons of methi (fenugreek) seeds overnight. Grind into a paste, then rub on your face. Once it dries, wash with cool water.

The granular effect helps remove blackheads. Methi also helps remove excess oil from your skin.

The excess paste can be stored in the refrigerator but should be used within a week.

~ Soak two to three teaspoons of whole masoor dal (red gram) overnight. Grind into a paste and apply on your face. Once it dries, wash your face with cold water and pat dry. It gives the same effect as methi.

The excess paste can be stored in the refrigerator but should be used within two days.

~ Grind half a cucumber and squeeze to remove the juice. Apply the juice on your face and leave to dry. Then wash with water and pat dry.

It helps refresh and tighten your skin.

For dry skin

~ Mash half a ripe banana, add a teaspoon of honey and make a paste. Apply on your face. Once it dries, wash with cold water and pat dry.

This acts as a moisturiser and helps in tighten your skin.

~ Soak khus khus (poppy seeds) overnight. Grind it with just enough milk to make a paste. Apply on your face. Once it dries, wash with cold water.

The natural oil present in khus khus helps to moisturise your skin.

~ Just before boiling milk, remove two tablespoons. Massage it lightly on your face in an upward motion. Leave to dry, then wash with water and pat dry.

This helps to keep your skin supple.

Variation: Add � teaspoon of salt to the raw milk and follow the same process. However, avoid doing this if you have pimples on your face.

~ Make a paste of 2-5 tablespoons of raw peanuts with milk. Add � teaspoon of honey to it. Apply on your face. Leave to dry. Then wash with cold water and pat dry.

The natural oils present in the peanuts help moisturise your skin.

~ Make a paste of one teaspoon of malai, a pinch of turmeric and four to five drops of olive oil. Apply on your face, leave to dry. Wash with cold water and pat dry.

Malai acts as a natural moisturiser and turmeric and olive oil helps rejuvenate your skin.

Combination skin

~ Mix 3-4 tablespoons of Multani mitti (Fuller's Earth) with 8-10 ground pudina (mint) leaves. Freeze the pack overnight.

Keep outside for 10-15 minutes and then apply on your face. After 10-15 minutes, wash off and pat dry. It helps in cooling and cleansing your skin.

~ Boil a handful of lemon grass leaves in one litre of water, until you get the aroma. Then, place in an ice tray and freeze.
After returning home from work or an outing, rub a lemon grass ice cube all over your face. It cleanses the dirt and grime accumulated in your skin's pores and shuts them.

Steps To Get Youthful Beautiful Skin

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A good daily skin care routine shouldn't take more than 10 minutes a day.A healthy complexion can transform your looks and your confidence. A great skincare regime can help but you need to do more to get truly glowing skin.

Step 1 - Cleansing
For the face, any type of soap works fine to remove dirt, but may not work as well to remove make-up. Instead, choose a facial cleansing agent in cream, water-based emulsion, lotion, or gel form that's formulated for your particular skin type. There are many different products on the market so you may want to try a few brands before you settle down on one that works best for you. Those with drier skin may want to choose cream or lotion products; those with oilier skin may want to use gel or water-based products. Those prone to breakouts may wish to use medicated soaps or lotions designed to reduce breakouts.

First, splash your face with warm water to open the pores. Apply your cleansing product to the skin in gentle upward strokes (to avoid stretching the skin and aggravating wrinkles), rinsing thoroughly with warm water for several minutes. If you use a product that must be applied with cotton balls or a cleansing towel, again, use gentle upward strokes and rinse thoroughly with warm water. Finish with a splash or two of cold water to close the pores.

This routine is same for the body. Cleanse your skin in the bath and shower with a cleansing product formulated for the body. Rinse with warm water and finish up with a dip or splash of cold.

Step 2 - Toning
Follow-up your cleansing routine with a facial toner, which removes any residual greasiness still left on the skin from your make-up or your cleansing product. It also closes the pores, stimulates circulation, and gives the skin a porcelain-like quality. There are a variety of toners on the market so try to choose one that's formulated for your skin type. Apply the toner with a cotton ball, using the same gentle, upward strokes that you used to apply your cleanser.

Only those with very oily skin need to use a toner on the body. If you have oily skin and breakouts on areas of your body, try using a toner formulated for use on the body. Otherwise, skip to moisturizing.

Step 3 - Moisturizing
All skin types, even oily skin, need a moisturizer everyday. But like toners and cleansers, there are different types of moisturizers for different types of skin. If you have dry skin you should choose a moisturizer containing oil (such as petrolatum); if you have oily skin you should choose water-based creams and oil-free formulations. You may also wish to choose different moisturizers for the face and body; facial moisturizers tend to be more expensive and complex for your most delicate skin.

Many moisturizing creams contain alpha-hydroxy acids (AHAs), which are fruit- and milk-based acids that help to remove the dull layer of surface skin and expose fresh skin below. AHAs can reduce the appearance of pores and fine wrinkles. If you have sensitive skin, you may wish to avoid these products since they can cause breakouts.

If you have sensitive skin you should look for hypo-allergenic products, which are usually free of perfumes and dyes that can cause skin irritation. If you go out in the sun daily, it's a good idea to choose a moisturizer containing a sunscreen.

The moisturizer should be applied to the face in upward strokes. Apply to the body in gentle strokes, applying the most moisturizer to your belly, chest, calves, thighs, and forearms.

Step 4 - Protection
The most important step you can take to protect your skin is to apply a sunscreen everyday. Use at least an SPF 10 to your face and exposed areas of your body whenever you are going to be out in the sun. Many moisturizers contain SPF 10-15 sunscreen, or you may wish apply a separate product that is specifically a sunscreen with a higher SPF level. Whichever option you choose, make sure you buy a sunscreen suitable for your skin type.

Origin of Valentine's Day

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Valentine's Day Origin
There are varying opinions as to the origin of Valentine's Day. Some experts state that it originated from St. Valentine, a Roman who was martyred for refusing to give up Christianity. He died on February 14, 269 A.D., the same day that had been devoted to love lotteries. Legend also says that St. Valentine left a farewell note for the jailer's daughter, who had become his friend, and signed it "From Your Valentine". Other aspects of the story say that Saint Valentine served as a priest at the temple during the reign of Emperor Claudius. Claudius then had Valentine jailed for defying him. In 496 A.D. Pope Gelasius set aside February 14 to honour St. Valentine.
Gradually, February 14 became the date for exchanging love messages and St. Valentine became the patron saint of lovers. The date was marked by sending poems and simple gifts such as flowers. There was often a social gathering or a ball.
In the United States, Miss Esther Howland is given credit for sending the first valentine cards. Commercial valentines were introduced in the 1800's and now the date is very commercialised. The town of Loveland, Colorado, does a large post office business around February 14. The spirit of good continues as valentines are sent out with sentimental verses and children exchange valentine cards at school.

The History of Saint Valentine's DayValentine's Day started in the time of the Roman Empire. In ancient Rome, February 14th was a holiday to honour Juno. Juno was the Queen of the Roman Gods and Goddesses. The Romans also knew her as the Goddess of women and marriage. The following day, February 15th, began the Feast of Lupercalia.
The lives of young boys and girls were strictly separate. However, one of the customs of the young people was name drawing. On the eve of the festival of Lupercalia the names of Roman girls were written on slips of paper and placed into jars. Each young man would draw a girl's name from the jar and would then be partners for the duration of the festival with the girl whom he chose. Sometimes the pairing of the children lasted an entire year, and often, they would fall in love and would later marry.
Under the rule of Emperor Claudius II Rome was involved in many bloody and unpopular campaigns. Claudius the Cruel was having a difficult time getting soldiers to join his military leagues. He believed that the reason was that roman men did not want to leave their loves or families. As a result, Claudius cancelled all marriages and engagements in Rome. The good Saint Valentine was a priest at Rome in the days of Claudius II. He and Saint Marius aided the Christian martyrs and secretly married couples, and for this kind deed Saint Valentine was apprehended and dragged before the Prefect of Rome, who condemned him to be beaten to death with clubs and to have his head cut off. He suffered martyrdom on the 14th day of February, about the year 270. At that time it was the custom in Rome, a very ancient custom, indeed, to celebrate in the month of February the Lupercalia, feasts in honour of a heathen god. On these occasions, amidst a variety of pagan ceremonies, the names of young women were placed in a box, from which they were drawn by the men as chance directed.
The pastors of the early Christian Church in Rome endeavoured to do away with the pagan element in these feasts by substituting the names of saints for those of maidens. And as the Lupercalia began about the middle of February, the pastors appear to have chosen Saint Valentine's Day for the celebration of this new feaSt. So it seems that the custom of young men choosing maidens for valentines, or saints as patrons for the coming year, arose in this way.

Most Awesome Video ever

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This is the awesome animated comic video, I have ever seens. Its worth watching this stuff

Australia Vs Sri lanka - 3rd ODI CB series - 2008 Highlights

2008-02-09T06:55:00.000-08:00

Australina Inning

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Links for CB Series 2008 India Australia Sri Lanka Tri Series Cricket - free live streaming

2008-02-09T06:14:00.000-08:00

Inspired by the meaty performance of Indian cricket team in the test series (Although we lost the series), I thought of putting live streaming links of India Australia Srilanka CB Series - 2008. The Traingular series dosen't started well as first 2 mathces were washed off due to rain.

Australia is now high in spirits after bundling srilanka to around 125.

Watch this page for Live streaming links of CB series 2008 cricket trie series.

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Sexy banned commercial microsoft AD

2008-02-09T02:51:00.000-08:00

Such a creative Microsoft XP ad...

How Pregnancy happens

2008-02-09T02:22:00.000-08:00

This is really funny. Just have a look at it....

How to Enjoy Dating

2008-02-08T21:34:00.001-08:00

How to Enjoy Dating

Although dating is not rocket science, the experience sometimes feels like science fiction. Often, unrealistic expectations lead to needless dating drama. The following steps provide actual ways to make dating a pleasant experience for both of you.

Steps

Stop complaining. The good ones are not all taken. If they were, you would be sipping mai tais on a beach with your beloved right now.
Be less critical. Are super models breaking down your door begging you for attention? Are moguls whisking you away to Spain for tapas? No? Perhaps, it's time to accept a date simply because someone was lovely enough to ask you.
Use your manners. Please don't be rude. Saying please and thank you will make moms proud and endear you to your date. Promptly returning phone calls, whether or not you plan to accept an invitation, is appropriate and respectful. "Coy" is for the fish.
Step outside of your box. Insanity is doing the same thing twice and expecting a different result. In other words, every time you tick off your list of "must haves and can't dos" you limit yourself to dating similar people. Has that worked for you so far?
Have fun! Even if you're 10 minutes into the worst date ever, a sense of humor goes a long way. Every hideous detail can be used later to regale your friends with laughter.

Tips

Turning someone down with aplomb can happen if you remember three things, say thank you, be clear and use empathy.
Turning a first date into a second date can happen if you remember the following: say thank you; treat someone they way you would like to be treated; and smile.

Warnings

People can be creepy. Stepping out side of your box does not mean ignoring your gut. If a person or a situation doesn't feel right, trust your instinct and move on.

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How to Get a Girlfriend

2008-02-08T21:31:00.001-08:00

How to Get a Girlfriend

It is usually harder for guys to get a girlfriend than it is for girls to get a boyfriend. For all those who haven't been lucky in the love department, follow these steps to become someone.

Steps

Have good personal hygiene. You don't have to be Brad Pitt to get women. For the most part, just caring about how you look is enough. Wear new clothes that fit, and make sure that your body is clean (important).
Keep up a good posture, walk steadily and smile. Women do not like slouchers. Bad posture gives an air of lack of confidence. Smiling makes a guy more welcoming. A good walking style, (straight back, a hand in the pocket and taking well distanced strides) gives the impression of intelligence.
Adapt your appearance. Clean up for a high-class city girl. Dress down for the fun-loving motorbike chick.
Pick a location frequented by a significant number of girls where you feel fairly comfortable, perhaps a place that is conducive to a skill of yours: music, public speaking, or a private intimate conversation. Go out and have a good time. Guys who stare and walk around constantly looking for women immediately lower their value. Go out with your friends to a bar or club (or any public place, such as a bookstore, if you're more of the studious type) and start out by genuinely having a good time. The Internet does not count.
Be funny. If you're not naturally funny, don't try too hard around her. Pitch jokes to other people first and see how the jokes do with them. If you get no laughs there, just pray, because it's gonna be hard winning a girl without humor.#
"Plant some seeds". Flirt casually with waitresses. Make a passing comment and smile to a girl walking by. Toast a woman at the bar. Then go back to having a good time with your friends. In short time, you'll notice women slowly gravitating to you.
Qualify them. Don't be a jerk about it... but in a fun, playful way, make her prove her value to you. Something as simple as "Are you open-minded? Cool, because I like open-minded people."
Talk. Silence is uncomfortable. (On the other hand, women or men who do nothing but talk and never listen can be annoying.)
Connect with her. Find out what you have in common, and reward her with a smile and a story of your own if she tells you something unique about herself that you can relate to. WARNING: If she gives you something like "Oh, I like to go shopping", don't reward her for that. It's not unique. Instead, ask for more information and then connect with it.
Look and touch. Looking into a girl's eyes shows respect and interest. A firm handshake, a gentle pat on the back, a light touch of the hand and other subtle gestures allow the girl to feel connected with the guy.
Feel great. The feeling will radiate and affect the lady too.
Don't pretend to be someone you aren't, you may think you will win her over with like mindedness, but in the end she will find you out. Find a common interest, something you both like instead.
Show your interest. The best way to get out of the "friend trap" is to avoid it from the start. After finding common interests, make your intentions clear. "You know, I just realized it. Not only are you pretty, but you're fun to talk to."
Ask for her number. Give her your phone, tell her "Put your number in my phone and I'll call your phone so you'll have mine."
And once you establish that special, exclusive relationship of boyfriend and girlfriend do not--I repeat--do not stop the chivalry. Women are too special to only be waited on conditionally. The best way to show her you care is to continue to do the little things for her. You still need to open her car door, walk her home, kiss her goodnight. ALWAYS call her at night to bid her goodnight (it's best to wait a few hours after your date to do this, otherwise you'll seem a tad desperate.) Remember, show affection and respect and you'll get affection and respect.

Tips

- Put on great-smelling aftershave or cologne. Research the best-selling ones at department stores. Unless, that is, the girls you like tend to be more on the outdoors or tomboy side of things. Some girls detest the scent of cologne. Do not marinate yourself with scents. Ladies complain of too much cologne, not too little. Do not exceed the maximum of three sprays on the upper body. Especially if you wear cologne every day. It's the general problem where a person gradually become accustomed to the cologne levels in their own scent that they need more and more of the stuff to be able to smell it themselves. You might not be able to smell it, but it's there.
Guys do not need to look like Brad Pitt to find a girlfriend. Just keep hair, teeth and nails clean and neat. Ladies are quick to notice little details especially in the hands and faces.
Be a good conversationalist. Read up on the latest in politics, entertainment, arts and even sports news. Women love a well-informed man. It makes him look well-educated and, therefore, richer in every aspect. Or just actually be well-educated.
Do listen to the lady before responding. Women do not like to be cut off. They like to be considered and feel important.
Do pay on the first drink, first date, first taxi cab ride, etc. It makes a gentleman out of a man.
Very important - offer to walk or drive the lady home (or anywhere she wants to go). This makes the man seem sincerely concerned for her well-being.
Don't say things you need to explain, this is the biggest mood killer.
Be honest and forthright, but not aggressive. Girls appreciate you telling them how you feel.
Don't annoy your girl by texting her every night. If she texts you, reply but unless you have something to say then don't text. It gets annoying when someone keeps texting you saying "what r u doing?", so if you absolutely can't go without saying something everyday, at least correct your grammar. At the very minimum, spell words correctly.
Don't be afraid to display your affection in public.
Dress to match, Black and Whites, Browns and Blues, even if they don't say anything, girls notice.
Don't be afraid to touch her, if you find yourself flirting, lightly touch her arm or waist.
Be a gentleman! Open car doors for her and remember the "ladies first" rule
Be Yourself

Warnings

Do not attempt to stalk the lady! Know when she means no!
Do not ask out someone if you do not have somewhere to take her.
Do not ask out someone too young because they are probably not ready.
Grinning like the Cheshire cat is creepy. Unless she likes that, but hey it's your girl.
Taking over the entire conversation is over-bearing and rude.
Do not insist relentlessly on an offer when the lady has turned it down. It may be that she has no use for or does not feel good about the suggestion. Pushing her to accept will only increase the possibility of rejection.
Avoid being a close talker. Nobody likes that.
Don't make disgusting body jokes, or fart a lot. Girls hate that.
Don't make her feel like a sex object instead of a human being, unless you're trying to get a loose girl. Less promiscuous girls are turned off by such patronization and bigotry.

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How to Cut Credit Card Debt

2008-02-08T21:26:00.000-08:00

How to Cut Credit Card Debt

Most Americans have too much credit card debt. We've all heard that before, right? Only now it's gotten a bit personal... right again? You personally have too much credit card debt and it's about to drive you crazy. Reduce your debt now by following these steps.

Steps

Keep in mind that your creditor is probably very willing to work with you. It's in his or her best interest to have you making some payment versus no payment. So here are a couple of points to help you deal with your credit card debt.
Contact your creditor and explain your situation. Ask for a lower interest rate or a repayment plan.
Stop using your cards. Cut them up, freeze them in a tub of water, whatever you need to do to get them out of your wallet or purse, do it!
Pay off the cards with the highest interest rate first and work from there. How do you do that? Call the companies and pin down exactly what rate you are actually paying on each card.
Keep your chin up and have a good attitude. Millions of folks just like you have begun to cut their credit card debt by following the common sense steps outlined above. You can do it too. Good luck.

Tips

You might not have thought of it because you're just naturally so polite, but it's a very good strategy to be courteous at all times when negotiating with your creditor. Polite, but firm. Come across as one who knows what you're asking for and expect to get it.
If you're not sure what you're asking for in the first place you might consider a reputable credit counseling service. There are many honest organizations out there whose mission is to help you work things out with your creditors.
Avoid the temptation to keep adding to the problem by running your debt up any higher. This is actually one of the hardest parts of cutting your credit card debt. It's like you're addicted to spending money you don't have. So go cold turkey and drop the habit.

Warnings

Pay more than the minimum balance each month. The minimum is designed to keep you on the hook longer. The credit card companies are in this business to make a profit and want to have you paying them for years to come. Even a little extra each month makes a big difference in the long run and may cut years off your payments.

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How to Teach Teens About the Dangers of Credit Cards

2008-02-08T21:24:00.001-08:00

How to Teach Teens About the Dangers of Credit Cards

Credit card companies are increasing their marketing to teenagers. Many teens don't know much about credit card debt, but issuers sure do know a lot about them, and they want their business. As a result, teens are in serious financial danger. If you'd like to teach teenagers about the dangers of credit cards, then read on...

Steps

Do your research. Read up on credit card companies, the national debt average, and interest rates. Did you know credit card companies are allowed to visit many high schools and colleges? You may want to warn your teen. They will probably ask questions, so be prepared to answer them.
Talk to them sooner, rather than later. It's not unusual for parents to begin talking about credit cards to children as young as nine years of age. Why? Because kids these days are exposed to much more, and they may have questions for you already.
Share a personal story. So, you're $50,000 in debt, huh? Instead of being embarrassed, tell your teen the truth. Let them know how scary it is to be so close to losing everything. A personal story told from the heart works better than stories about strangers they don't know or care about.
Show them the figures. Let your teen know just how much money companies are making. Also show them the national debt average; millions of people are losing their hard-earned money to these companies. It's simply not fair, especially when it's so easy to be smart about your choices.
Use visual aids. A giant chart would be effective, yes, but also use literal aids. Let them check out a real credit card, and explain what all the numbers mean. Tell them what interest rates are best, perhaps on a sliding scale. Show them how interest charges can make a balance of $400 balloon to $2,000.
Give them a real-life lesson. Part of teaching teens the dangers of credit cards is also showing them how to use credit properly. Once you've thoroughly discussed credit cards, why not let your teen test drive one of their own? Credit cards can be a great learning tool before your teen enters the real world. You can co-sign on a secured credit card, and keep track of every cent your teen spends with the help of online banking. Work up to that final step with these stepping stones:
- First, make sure your teen has a job! In the real world, you must work to pay off your debts.
- Second, get them a checking or savings account. They first need to learn the basics about money management.
- Next let them use a debit card. Tied to the checking or savings account, this works just like a credit card--without the actual credit. Your teen will be spending their own money, so they'll be less likely to blow it all at once.
- Then set up a credit card under both of your names. Teach them how important it is to keep their card safe. Review the paperwork for the card with your teen, going over the interest rates, payments, and charges. Set a limit and monitor what they spend.
- If and when you feel they are ready for their own card, help them look for the best card possible. Be sure to stress the importance of good credit history--if they mess up too much, they may not be able to rent an apartment or get a vehicle. Also show your teen how to get their credit report, and teach them how to avoid identity theft.

Tips

Keep them in the conversation. Teens aren't willing to sit and listen to an hour lecture if they're not involved in the conversation.
Ask for their viewpoint. Do any of their friends have credit cards? How about checking accounts or savings accounts? Using their personal touchstones of experience is a great way to teach your teen about, well, anything!
This conversation will probably need to be repeated more than once. In fact, you should definitely keep the lines of communication open when it comes to credit. Use any opportunity you can to educate your teen. Did you get your monthly statement yet? Sit down with your teen and show them how it all works.

Warnings

Don't overload your teen with too much info! Keep it light and interesting, more of a conversation than a straight lecture.
Never let your teenager borrow or use your credit card without discussing credit with them. Would you give your teen the keys to your brand new Porsche and let them go joyriding with their friends? Didn't think so. The same goes for your credit card.

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How to Choose Your First Credit Card

2008-02-08T20:58:00.000-08:00

How to Choose Your First Credit Card

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If you need a credit card, proceed very carefully...after all, as Mark Twain said "a banker is a fellow who lends you his umbrella when the sun is shining, but wants it back the minute it begins to rain".

Steps

Look for a card that has good benefits. Good benefits may include low interest, promotional interest rates, no annual fee, no bank service charges, air travel bonus miles, credit points toward purchases, credit points toward long-distance phone calls, or credit points for gasoline.
If offered a promotional interest rate, find out the terms of payment and when the rate will expire. Most cards apply payments to lowest interest charges first, leaving your higher interest charges to collect interest until the entire amount is paid off.
Ask if there are fees and charges. There may be an annual fee, an application fee, an account service charge, an over-limit fee, a late-payment fee, a cash advance fee, and other miscellaneous fees. Compare these fees to other cards to see if they are trying to rip you off.
Check the interest rates. Some cards charge interest from the date of purchase. Some cards charge interest from the billing date. Pay all of your bills on time to avoid paying interest.
Find out if the card offers a standard monthly billing cycle. Some cards expect a payment every two weeks! Ask if there is a penalty for not using your card. Apply. There are usually three ways to apply: through the mail, over the phone and on the internet.
Activate the card when you receive it. Follow the activation instructions included with the card, usually this can only be done from your home phone. They will try to sell you several services over the phone. Say no. Sign the back of the card before you use it.

Tips

Spend your money wisely, and make your payments on time.
Pay off your entire bill each month (billing cycle). Set a budget on how much you can pay off in one month.
Use your card only within your budget. Do not purchase items that are too expensive, just because you have credit.
If you find you cannot make your monthly payment, stop using the card immediately. Cut the card in half and never use the number again. Cancel all automatic payments that charge to that card.
Banks that back credit cards will frequently ask questions on the application such as "What is your yearly income?" or "What is your current bank account balance?" These pieces of data are what are called "risk splitters." The banks use this information to decide what sort of credit line to assign you. Banks will commonly ask for proof of income as part of the approval process.

Warnings

Make sure that they do not charge any fee for the card, because if they do, they are ripping you off.

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How to Drive in India

2008-02-08T20:57:00.000-08:00

How to Drive in India

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Metros in India are extremely congested and the drivers can appear to be rough in their approach towards beating the traffic. In Delhi alone there are 2 million vehicles. The roads also play a part in making driving difficult. This article will give you tips for driving safely in India

Steps

Be careful while driving in any city. India is no exception.Remember that in India, just like the U.K. has a right hand/left side drive. So, if you rent a car make sure that you test drive it for a while in a open space before going on the main road
Remember to be super alert at all times. In most Indian cities, though there are lanes, people don't use them and may cut in front of you without warning. Animals or children may come in your way. Whenever your foot is not on the accelerator, it should be resting on the brake.
Acknowledge that insurance in India has various clauses in it such as depreciation charge on metal and plastic. So please read your insurance completely and understand it well. Remember that third party claims are rare in India and in most cases would need a copy of Police FIR. Avoid accidents at all costs.
Be aware that it is not uncommon to find drunk drivers after 8 PM, so be extra careful at nights. Do not tailgate any driver at a speed higher than 30 KM, if possible avoid it completely. People can turn without giving a signal or indicator
Remember that there are all sorts of vehicle on Indian roads such as bullock carts. cycles, rickshaw, three wheeler, cars, SUV, trucks, buses etc. There are no separate lanes for slower moving vehicles so be prepared to drive slowly using brakes very often. There are hardly any automatic transmission vehicles in India so be prepared for a manual transmission. If you rent a car ensure that its clutch pedal is light else you will end up building a stronger calf muscle.
Learn that a marriage party, minister or religious possessions are regular and can hold up traffic. Don't be shy in taking alternative routes in such situations , like driving on the side unpaved road (if its there) or cutting the traffic like others.
When driving to a small town or rural village, roads will be too thin for two lanes. Therefore, traffic coming in the other direction will have to travel on the same path as you. When a car is coming towards you, move to the LEFT so that you are only taking up half the road. It's ok if the left side of your car isn't on the road anymore. The guy coming towards you will do the same thing on his left side. After you have passed each other, come back onto the road.
Remember that case of an accident, if the situation gets out of hand then call the cops immediately. This will save you from getting a beating from the public. In case of an accident public involvement will surely happen and the guy with a smaller vehicle will get the sympathy. Avoid any such pandemonium and try to settle things quickly.

Tips

Keep all your car related papers such as registration, insurance and driver's license with you while driving
Make sure your brakes are working all the time
Keep your vehicle in good running condition all the time
Tires play a great role while turning and breaking speed so please ensure that they are in shape and have anti-skid feature
Blowing horn is not a bad thing and people do this to express all sorts of feeling or to keep the animals from coming in their way. Use horn in a generous manner
Best way to learn how to drive in India is to follow one of the taxi drivers. They have mastered the art of driving on pure instincts.
Visit http://driving-india.blogspot.com for a comprehensive review of defensive driving techniques.

Warnings

Some of the red lights may not work at odd hours, be careful when approaching such a crossroad
You may often see drivers breaking traffic rules (e.g. jumping red lights). DO NOT be tempted to follow their example - not only is it highly dangerous, but traffic police officers (especially in Delhi) are on the lookout for violators. Additionally, some traffic lights are now equipped with cameras to catch red-light jumpers.
Always look on both sides while turning, it is not uncommon to find drivers on the wrong side of the road

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Prepare for a Date

2008-02-08T20:45:00.002-08:00

How to Prepare for a Date

You've snagged a date with someone special, and now you've got the chance to make an impression. Preparing for a date can be nerve-wracking, but can be approached in a step-by-step manner that'll assure you make it to your date fully prepared. The rest is up to you.

Steps

Do some homework. In the days before a date, take time out to catch up with current events and hot topics. These are great conversation starters and you will be able to impress your date with your knowledge. Try to remember as much as you can about previous conversations together so you can follow up on them. Have a couple of funny stories or conversation pieces up your sleeve in case you need them.
Start looking and feeling good in advance. Set time aside for exercise in the days before the date, whether it's yoga or push ups. Eat well and get plenty of sleep.
Pick your clothes early. You should have several outfits laid out before the day of the date. This way you won't have any last minute panics when you realize you have a spaghetti stain down your favourite shirt. Plus, it will allow you to try on a few different looks on the day of the date and see which one fits your mood most comfortably at the time.
Clean up on the day of the date. Take a nice, long shower or bath. Ensure you have clean hair and nails. You should smell good, but not overpowering. Avoid heavy perfumes and aftershaves, especially if your date could be allergic. Ladies, go easy when applying make-up and aim for a natural but groomed look. If things go well he will eventually see you without make-up - and you will want him to recognize you at that point. Shortly before leaving for your date, floss and brush your teeth thoroughly.
Think positively. You're going out to enjoy yourself, after all. Don't start worrying about what disasters could happen, because that way they are far more likely to. If you are getting nervous, call a good friend, watch your favourite comedy show or listen to upbeat music. Loosen up. Focus on having fun and you inevitably will.
Be punctual. Give yourself plenty of time to get to your rendezvous. Keeping your date waiting will start things off on the wrong foot.

Tips

Relax, be yourself, and be confident. More specifically, in addition to "being confident," you should "know your success" (success breeds confidence). Instead of "being yourself," try "being your best self".
Sometimes even with the best preparation, your date might turn out awful. You may wish to have a "back out plan" in case this happens. Find a good friend you can call and then he/she can call you back in a few minutes so you can say you have some sort of crisis you need to attend to. You could also try being an honest person and say that you don't think it's working out, and that you need to leave early. Be prepared to contribute to the date and excuse yourself.
Bring a condom. Whether you plan to use it or not, it is better to be prepared than to end up with responsibilities you didn't want. But, remember that you don't have to have sex.

Warnings

Never put yourself in a compromising situation--most people are trustworthy, but "date rape" is unfortunately a real occurrence. Always have a first date in a public setting (restaurant, movie, club, mall, etc.) Only accept drinks served from a bottle or can opened by you or in front of you, or by a third party (like a bartender). Unfortunately, there are drugs ("date rape drugs") that can be added to ANY drink without any noticeable difference in taste. Some people use these drugs to put women (and sometimes men) in precarious situations. If you turn away from your drink, get into the habit of covering it with your hand, as it only takes a second to slip something into a drink. If you are suspicious, get a new drink.
If you feel something's wrong, trust your instincts and politely but firmly end the date.
Be sure to always have a cell phone and cash for a cab so that you never feel you have to rely on your date for a ride home.
Always be careful about alcoholic intake.
Don't Do Drugs

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How to Make Money Writing Blogs or Editing Wiki Pages

2008-02-08T20:39:00.000-08:00

How to Make Money Writing Blogs or Editing Wiki Pages

Showcases steps to make money by editing blogs or wiki pages.

Steps

Join a service to which you wish to contribute (such as sites which have arrangements for ad revenue sharing: e.g., Blogger for blogs, or AllYourIdeas for wikis). This step may also require a separate registration with the direct provider of ad revenue sharing (e.g., Google Adsense).
Configure your settings or preferences at the content provider to opt in to enable revenue sharing.
Add meaningful content to the blog or wiki.
Monitor your earnings (e.g., at http://google.com/adsense).

Tips

Make your content readable and interesting.
Consider that your work on the overall organization of the site may help your pages gain more attention.

Warnings

Do not click on your own ads in the hopes of gaining more money for yourself or you may be disqualified by the ad provider (e.g., Google).

Start your blog

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How to start a Blog

2008-02-08T20:34:00.000-08:00

How to Start a Blog

A "blog", abbreviated word for weblog, is a web-based journal in which people can publish their thoughts and opinions on the Internet. Anyone can start a blog. It's straight-forward and, in a lot of cases, free.

Steps

Find a decent blogging provider that appeals to you. Some may include MuseCrafters.com, Livejournal.com, JournalHome.com, Blogger.com, WordPress.com, TheDiary.org, Mindsay.com, Blog.com, Blogagotchi.com, Diaryland.com, Blogdrive.com, or Xanga.com. Most of these sites are pre-made with templates and push-button publishing that don't require much technical know-how.
Once you sign up, you'll have a gallery of ready-made templates to choose from. Select one and personalize it. Add your name, interests, images, etc.
Add blogging freebies like buttons, images, blog chalks, imoods, tagboards (for example, myshoutbox.com), guest maps, guestbooks, comment boxes for readers' input, etc.
Explore other blog sites that offer more features for a small fee, such as Typepad.com.
Decide on whether or not you want your blog to be private or personal: do you want any Internet visitor to be able to read your blog, or do you just want your friends and family to be able to read it? Most blog sites offer the ability to password-protect your published posts so only those who you approve of can view what you've written.
Decide on how you want your blog to look. You can pick a color scheme and layout. Most sites come with a set of predefined layouts and schemes that you can choose from, or you can edit your own.
After you've set up your blog, write a few posts to test it out, and make any adjustments to the layout or style that you see fit. At first, it will seem tough to figure out what to write, but once you get into a routine of daily blogging, you will find it addictive. Write about your day, your thoughts, events, ideas, fears, pleasures, the news, current affairs, art, or anything you are interested in!
Visit other blogs to build a blogging circle. When you leave comments, add your blogging address so they can visit you too.
If you want to make your blog look more attractive, there are some sites up that have many "skins" that might make it look better. One example is blogskins.com, which also comes with Photoshop and HTML tutorials.
Publish your blog by sending the URL to your friends or publish the URL on your website. Add the URL to posts you make on other blogs. Done

Tips

If you update your blog frequently, more people will return on a regular basis to read it. Establishing a reader base will motivate you to write more and in turn more people will read your posts.
Get into a routine of blogging. Make it part of your day. Soon, you will notice things during your day and think, "Hey, I'll blog this."
Personalize your blog. A pretty blog always catches the eye. Visit blogger.com for ideas; they have a list of their 10 most recently updated blogs.
You could Google for "blog California" or "blog Shakespeareans" (or anything else), depending on location, interests, etc. For instance, if you have a blog on lawns, you may want visit allaboutlawns.com's forum and other similar type blogs. Circles of interest are the essence of blogging, and it can start to develop you as an authority in the "blog-o-sphere" on lawns or whatever area of interest you choose.
Keep the posts interesting. Try to avoid focusing on things that most readers won't find worthwhile (such as "I went to the mall today and saw Kelly.") Write about things you noticed, thoughts you had, and feelings or ideas. Blog about a recent trip to Spain. Write about the chemical explosion during class.
Spell check your writing before posting.
Some sites allow you to make money off your blog by using an Amazon Associates ID or by placing Google AdSense advertisements. If popular enough, your blog could start to pay your bills.
Don't feel bogged down if no one visits your site for the first few months. As with communities this large, it will take some time for your blog to get noticed.
If you want a broad (international) readership, do not use too many abbreviations or slang terms that might not be easily understood by people who are not from your country/area.
Get interesting news from Yahoo Oddly Enough..., other Yahoo stories, Crayon.net and other websites that you frequently read.
Blog on a specific subject. You can't please everyone, so target a specific audience and go with it.
See also How to Write a Famous Blog

Warnings

Avoid posting anything on your blog that might be personal to other people if just anyone can read your blog (example: Your uncle might object that it's published on the Internet that he is an alcoholic). If something is personal, avoid using last names at the very least, or make up a name for that person. Be wary of unwarranted attention. Blogs are for the world to read. If you want a private blog just for friends, use Xanga or any other password-protected blogging site.
Xanga and MySpace are good for beginners, but for more public blogs, sites like Typepad and Blogger are much more "respected".
Be wary of unwarranted attention. Blog stalking is possible; don't give out too much personal information such as name, location, school, etc.
Read the small print. If you don't, your blog's content may be "owned" by the company that puts it on the web for you.
Don't make your blogs like MySpace bulletins (adding random posts to suck in friends) and don't include your friend's name or websites in them either.

Earn from you blog

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MuseCrafters.com
Blogger
JournalHome.com
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JournalHome.com
MySpace
Bravenet - Guestbooks
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Weblog Basics from the weekly podcast Simply Digital. A 30-minute audio overview of the basics of blogging.
www.fnrtop.com

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How to Get Pregnant

2008-02-08T20:07:00.000-08:00

How to Get Pregnant

For some people, avoiding pregnancy is difficult; but for others, conceiving a child can be elusive and frustrating. There are only six days per monthly cycle during which a woman can conceive[1] and there are many factors which can affect fertility and conception. Here's how to increase the likelihood of pregnancy.

Steps

Discontinue any form of birth control. Some birth control methods have a longer "readjustment" period after stopping than others, so the time it takes for a woman's body to be again ready to become pregnant varies. For example, women using Depo-Provera, an injectable contraceptive, usually do not get pregnant until 9-10 months after their last injection.[2] On the other hand, ceasing to use barrier methods has an immediate effect.
Make healthy lifestyle choices. Maintain a healthy weight, exercise regularly, eat healthy foods, and keep stress under control. Illness and stress can both affect the timing of ovulation, making it difficult to predict.[3]
- Both partners should eat a well-balanced diet, including foods high in anti-oxidants (e.g. fruits and vegetables) and vitamins, and consider eating less seafood, as it is associated with increasing blood levels of mercury, which has been linked to fertility problems.[4] Consumption of pesticides may also be linked to pregnancy difficulties[5] so now may be a good time for couples to choose organic foods. For women, taking folic acid (vitamin B9) supplements before trying to conceive to reduce the risk of spina bifida and other neural tube defects.[6]
- Visit a doctor for pre-conception planning to identify any necessary lifestyle changes, as well as to check if any of the medications either partner is taking can decrease chances of pregnancy or damage a developing fetus. There may also be vaccines needed to prevent illness or defects in an unborn child.
- Stop smoking. Tobacco affects cervical mucous in ways that may obstruct fertilization.[7] Smoking also reduces sperm count and sperm health.[8] Exposure to second-hand smoke can be just as counterproductive.[9]
- Sleep better. Sleep deprivation results in lower levels of the hormone leptin, without which ovulation may be affected.[10]
- Quit caffeine (or at least cut back). A recent study has shown that consuming more than 200 mg of caffeine (approximately two cups of coffee, but it can come from other sources like tea and soda as well) on a daily basis during the first trimester of pregnancy can significantly increase the likelihood of miscarriage.[11] Since you don't know instantly when you're pregnant, you may want to consider quitting caffeine or reducing your intake to, say, a single cup of coffee per day.
Record the first day and the length of menstruation every month.
- If menstruation consistently starts every 28 days, you can reasonably assume that ovulation occurs 14 days after the first day of menstruation.[12]
- If menstrual cycles are more than 28 days long but are consistent, subtract 18 from the average number of days in your cycles. For example, if menstruation begins reliably every 35 days, the difference is 17. On that day in the cycle is when ovulation can be expected to take place.[13]
- If cycles are short, irregular or unpredictable, this method won't work.[14] Move on to the next steps.
Record your basal body temperature (BBT) daily. BBT is your body's temperature when you're fully at rest and can be measured with a thermometer specifically labeled for basal temperature.
- Make a graph on graph paper or on the computer, with dates on the bottom and basal temperature on the side. You can find and print fertility charts online, as well as sign up for a fertility charting service.
- Look for a gradual or sudden rise in temperature (between 0.5 and 1.6 degrees F).[15] Fertility is highest during the two to three days before your basal temperature rises[16] so if you can observe any month-to-month patterns in when your temperature rises, you can predict the best time to conceive.
Observe changes in cervical mucus daily. At the beginning of a menstrual cycle, it's sparse, tacky, and dense; when ovulation is near, it starts becoming more slippery and plentiful, resembling raw egg white.[17] It gets like this in order to help the sperm reach the egg.[18] To check your cervical mucous, wash your hands, rub some toilet paper or your fingers over the opening of the vagina, examine the color and consistency of the mucous, and write it down.[19]
- Checking cervical mucous can reinforce observations about ovulation gathered in other steps. 22 out of 100 women practicing only this method for one year will get pregnant. It'll be less effective for women who naturally do produce very little mucous, or who use feminine hygiene products and douches.[20] Checking right after showering, bathing, swimming, or intercourse can also make this method less accurate.[21]
- If you're comfortable with it, you can also observe the position of your cervix to determine whether you are ovulating. Wash your hands, insert two fingers, and feel the end of the cervix. If it's hard and dry, like the tip of a nose, you haven't ovulated yet. During ovulation, the cervix will shift higher and feel softer and wetter.[22]
Test your urine with an ovulation monitoring kit. These can be purchased over the counter and work by detecting the surge in hormones that takes place right before ovulation. Follow the instructions that come with the kit carefully. This method can be expensive, and is best used after the previous steps have been followed (see Warnings below) but have the benefit of giving you advance notice.
Try to conceive based on predicted ovulation. Have intercourse at least once a day in the days leading up to and during ovulation.[23] Have intercourse at least 2-3 times per week when ovulation is not predicted, just in case.[24] Don't refrain from intercourse because of concerns over sperm counts being depleted. While sperm count may be lowered by increased frequency of intercourse, there is still statistically a better chance of pregnancy if the couple tries to conceive more often.[25] • Get in position. While it hasn't been scientifically proven, it's generally thought that positions which place the sperm close to the cervix are more conducive to pregnancy, specifically the "missionary position" with a pillow under the woman's hips. Remaining in bed for at least a half hour after intercourse may also increase the chances of sperm reaching the egg.[26]• Enjoy your time together. Trying too hard to get pregnant, especially by strictly following a schedule, can cause stress and reduce physical and emotional intimacy between you and your partner. Many couples recommend being creative with intercourse and keeping it lighthearted and fun.[27]
Take a pregnancy test if you miss a period. Wait at least 28 days from the day you were supposed to get your period before using a home pregnancy test, or else you may get a false negative result.[28] A blood test administered by a doctor, however, can be taken as soon as a period is missed without any sacrifices in accuracy. Consult a doctor if both partners are in their early 30s or younger and in good health have not conceived after a year[29] plus the expected recovery time from a birth control method. Those who are older, experience menstruation cycles that are longer than 35 days, or have reason to suspect fertility issues may wish to visit a doctor sooner.

Tips

Just because a previous child was conceived quickly doesn't mean any following pregnancies will be just as easy to come by. As a woman gets older, the likelihood of conception decreases.[30]
Avoid the following:[31]
- vaginal sprays and scented tampons can result in a pH imbalance in the vagina
- artificial lubricants, vegetable oils, and glycerin can kill off sperm
- douching alters the normal acidity of the vagina and may wash away the cervical mucus that is required to transport the sperm
Beware pregnancy myths:[32]
- Drinking coffee is not proven to decrease rates of conception. However, a recent study indicates that drinking too much caffeine during pregnancy may increase the risk of a miscarriage.[33]
- Cough medicine will not increase your chances of getting pregnant.
- A man can wear briefs without decreasing his sperm count. However, hot baths or whirlpools will cause a man's sperm to slow down and may reduce sperm count.

Warnings

Ovulation monitoring kits can be so specific about timing that you may miss the mark by concentrating your conception efforts into a very narrow time defined by the kit.[34] The pressure associated with using these kits can also result in stress, which will not help the chances of pregnancy.[35]
Make sure that you and your partner are disease and infection free before stopping any barrier methods of birth control.

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India Vs England - Twenty 20 Cricket world Cup - Super Eight Matches

2007-09-23T07:21:00.001-07:00

India V England - Yuvraj's 6 sixes in an over on Stuart Broad's bowling

India Innings Highlights:

India Vs South Africa - Twenty 20 Cricket world Cup - Super Eight Matches

2007-09-23T07:19:00.000-07:00

India V South Africa highlights

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2007-09-23T07:15:00.000-07:00

India V Australia highlights - SEMI FINALS:

Twenty 20 world cup cricket - free live streaming

2007-09-22T06:39:00.000-07:00

Inspired by the powerful performance of Indian cricket team, and some thrillig moments, I thought of putting live streming links of first Twenty20 Championship/World Cup.

Watch this page for INDIA V PAKISTAN ICC TWENTY20 WORLD CUP FINAL on 24-Sep-2007, AT 14:00 RSA Time, 12:00 GMT Time. Younus Pathan in.

Updates : India 175/5 in 20 overs.

Pakistan : 152/all out

Yes, India. You did it.

Before you try out the links, Make sure you have installed Sopcast and TVU PLayer in your PC.

Click here to download Sopcast
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Following are the links:

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** ESPN Link 1 open in RealPlayer or Windows Media Player

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Twenty 20 Cricket World Cup Schedule

2007-09-19T06:42:00.000-07:00

Date	Match	Venue
Sep-11-2007	South Africa Vs West Indies	Johannesburg
Sep-12-2007	New Zealand Vs Kenya	Durban
Sep-12-2007	Pakistan Vs Scotland	Durban
Sep-12-2007	Australia Vs Zimbabwe	Cape town
Sep-13-2007	West Indies Vs Bangladesh	Wanderers
Sep-13-2007	Zimbabwe Vs England	Newlands
Sep-13-2007	India Vs Scotland	Kingsmead
Sep-14-2007	Australia Vs England	Newlands
Sep-14-2007	India Vs Pakistan	Kingsmead
Sep-14-2007	Sri Lanka Vs Kenya	Wanderers
Sep-15-2007	Sri Lanka Vs New Zealand	Wanderers
Sep-15-2007	South Africa Vs Bangladesh	Newlands
Super 8
Sep-16-2007	India v New Zealand	Johannesburg
Sep-16-2007	Australia v Bangladesh	Cape Town
Sep-16-2007	South Africa v England	Cape Town
Sep-17-2007	Pakistan v Sri Lanka	Johannesburg
Sep-18-2007	England v New Zealand	Durban
Sep-18-2007	Australia v Pakistan	Johannesburg
Sep-18-2007	Bangladesh v Sri Lanka	Johannesburg
Sep-19-2007	South Africa v New Zealand	Durban
Sep-19-2007	England v India	Durban
Sep-20-2007	Australia v Sri Lanka	Cape Town
Sep-20-2007	Bangladesh v Pakistan	Cape Town
Sep-20-2007	South Africa v India	Durban
Semi final
Sep-22-2007	New Zealand Vs Pakistan	Cape Town
Sep-22-2007	India Vs Australia	Durban
Sep-24-2007	Final - India Vs Pakistan (see live streaming)	Johannesburg

New 7 wonders declared

2007-07-07T18:34:00.000-07:00

A glittering ceremony was held at Lisbon on Saturday to present the New Seven Wonders of the World. The 21 finalists were voted by a massive online and SMS campaign conducted across the world. And the winners are :

1. Chichen Itza, Yucatan, Mexico (before 800 A.D.) Worship and Knowledge

2. Statue of Christ Redeemer, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil (1931) Welcoming and Openness

3. Great Wall, China (220 BC and 1368-1644 AD) Perseverance&Persistence

4. Machu Picchu, Cuzco, Peru (1460-1470) Community and Dedication

5. Petra, Jordan (9 B.C. - 40 A.D.) Engineering and Protection

6. Colosseum, Rome, Italy (70 - 82 A.D.) Joy and Suffering

7. Taj Mahal, Agra, India (1630 A.D.) Love and Passion

2 days to go : Keep voting for Taj

2007-07-04T20:01:00.000-07:00

According to the New7Wonders, the last ranking in alphabetical order were issued on June 7. There will be no further ranking lists released prior to the Declaration of the New 7 Wonders of the World in Lisbon, Portugal on July 7, Viering said.

However, the countdown has begun and the Agra's Taj Mahal "still has a long way to go to make it to the acclaimed list."

"The candidate ranking is extremely volatile, since votes are pouring in from every corner of the world throughout each day.

"The Taj Mahal, a priceless historical monument, needs the support of each and every Indian to make it to the new 7 wonders list as currently the odds are not exactly in India's favour."

So, Keep voting for Taj and lets bring it to the top slot.

Remember guys, Its less than 2 days now, when the new 7 wonders will be announced in Benfica Stadium in Lisbon, Portugal in the presence of glitterati, celebrities from Hollywood and other dignitaries.

4 days left: Vote for Taj now.....

2007-07-02T18:36:00.000-07:00

ONLY 4 DAYS LEFT.........
TO CHOOSE THE NEW 7 WONDERS OF THE WORLD!

Keep voting for TAJ And Increase The Vote%. Lets bring it to the top position.

THREE WAYS TO CAST YOUR VOTE IN FAVOUR OF TAJ

1. SMS: type TAJ and send to 4567

2. BSNL land line: call 125 5545

3. WEB: Log on to http://www.new7wonders.com/index.php

If you have already voted, than forward this to as many people as possible.

About Taj Mahal

2007-07-01T20:16:00.000-07:00

click here to know how to vote for Taj

For centuries, the Taj Mahal has inspired poets, painters and musicians to try and capture its elusive magic in word, colour and song. It is one of the most flawless architectural creations of the world. Since the 17th century, travellers have crossed continents to come and see this ultimate memorial to love, and few have been unmoved by its incomparable beauty.

Taj Mahal stands in the city of Agra, in the northern Indian state of Uttar Pradesh, on the banks of the Yamuna River. It was built in the memory of the beautiful Arjumand Bano Begum, who won the heart of a Mughal prince. She was married at 21 to Emperor Jahangir’s third son Prince Khurram and stayed loyally by his side through good times and bad: in the luxurious royal palaces of Agra as well as the transient tents of war camps.

In AD 1628, Khurram became king after a bloody battle of succession: he took the name Shahjahan or “King of the World” and showered his beloved begum with the highest titles. She became Mumtaz Mahal, the exalted of the palace and Mumtaz-ul-Zamani, the exalted of the Age. But Mumtaz Mahal was not destined to be queen for long.

In 1631, Shahjahan went on an expedition to the south and, as always, Mumtaz Mahal accompanied him. But she died in childbirth at Burhanpur. She had borne Shahjahan fourteen children, of whom four sons and three daughters survived. When Mumtaz Mahal died, she was just 39 years old. Shahjahan was inconsolable and contemporary chronicles tell of the royal court mourning for two years. there was no music, no feasting, and no celebration of any kind.

Epitome Of Love -Taj Mahal
Shahjahan, who was a passionate builder, now decided to erect a memorial to his queen in pristine marble that the world would never forget. The site selected for the tomb was a garden by the Yamuna river, unshadowed by any other structure. The garden had been laid by Raja Man Singh of Amber and now belonged to his grndson, Raja Jai Singh. By a royal firman, Shahjahan gave Jai Singh four havelis in exchange for the garden. The site was also chosen because it was located on a bend in the river, and so could be seen from Shahjahan’s personal palace in Agra Fort, further upstream.

Construction Of The Mausoleum - Taj Mahal
Work on the mausoleum began in 1633 and 20,000 workers laboured for 17 years to build it. The most skilled architects, inlay craftsmen, calligraphers, stone-carvers and masons came from all across Indian and lands as distant as Persia and Turkey. The master mason was from Baghdab, an expert in building the double dome from Persia, and an inlay specialist from Delhi.

Yemen sent agates, the corals came from Arabia, the garnets from Bundelkhand, onyx and amethyst from Persia. Mumtaz Mahal’s final resting-place was ornamented like a queen’s jewel-box.

The Taj Mahal (sometimes called "The Taj") is generally considered the finest example of Mughal architecture, a style that combines elements of Persian, Turkish, Indian, and Islamic architectural styles. While the white domed marble mausoleum is the most familiar part of the monument, the Taj Mahal is actually an integrated complex of structures. It was listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1983 when it was described as a "universally admired masterpiece of the world's heritage."

ONLY 5 DAYS LEFT.........
TO CHOOSE THE NEW 7 WONDERS OF THE WORLD!

TAJ Is Pride Of India. Keep voting for TAJ And Increase The Vote%, So That Our TAJ Get Place In 7 Wonders.

THREE WAYS TO CAST YOUR VOTE IN FAVOUR OF TAJ

1. SMS: type TAJ and send to 4567

2. BSNL land line: call 125 5545

3. WEB: Log on to http://www.new7wonders.com/index.php

If you have already voted, than forward this to as many people as possible.

Lets make it a mission to wake up indians, and bring Taj Mahal back to 7 wonders of world.

You still have questions........?
Click here to access FAQs

Wake up India : Vote for TAJ

2007-06-30T05:04:00.000-07:00

Is India Sleeping????

Hello Every One.................

ONLY 6 DAYS LEFT.........
TO CHOOSE THE NEW 7 WONDERS OF THE WORLD!

Race heated with votes pouring in every second—more than 50 million to date.
For the first time ever, millions of global citizens are joining their voices to choose the New 7 Wonders of the World. This is the first time that we will, on all continents and in all cultures, regardless of language, religion and the color of our skin, create global memory.

There are only 6 days left to choose these 7 symbols bringing our world together. Competition from all over the world is increasing and the race is still open. Some 50 million votes have been cast so far in this world-shaking, history-making campaign.

Have YOU voted yet?
Are you doing your part so you can celebrate with humanity on July 7, 2007, when the
New 7 Wonders of the World will be revealed in a spectacular event in Lisbon, Portugal?

As of June 7,2007 the ranking is as follows (each group in alphabetical order):

Top 10, alphabetically:
1. Acropolis, Athens, Greece (450 - 330 B.C.) Civilization and Democracy

2. Chichen Itza, Yucatan, Mexico (before 800 A.D.) Worship and Knowledge

3. Colosseum, Rome, Italy (70 - 82 A.D.) Joy and Suffering

4. Eiffel Tower, Paris, France (1887 - 89) Challenge and Progress

5. Great Wall, China (220 BC and 1368-1644 AD) Perseverance&Persistence

6. Machu Picchu, Cuzco, Peru (1460-1470) Community and Dedication

7. Petra, Jordan (9 B.C. - 40 A.D.) Engineering and Protection

8. Statue of Christ Redeemer, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil (1931) Welcoming and Openness

9. Statues of Easter Island, Chile (10th - 16th Century) Mystery and Awe

10. Taj Mahal, Agra, India (1630 A.D.) Love and Passion

Bottom 10, alphabetically:
1. Alhambra, Granada, Spain (12th century) Dignity and Dialog

2. Angkor, Cambodia (12th century) Beauty and Sanctity

3. Hagia Sophia, Istanbul, Turkey (532 - 537 A.D.) Faith and Respect

4. Kiyomizu Temple, Kyoto, Japan (749 - 1855) Clarity and Serenity

5. Kremlin/St.Basil's, Moscow, Russia (1156 - 1850) Fortitude and Symbolism

6. Neuschwanstein Castle, Fussen, Germany (1869 -1884) Fantasy and Imagination

7. Statue of Liberty, New York, USA (1886) Generosity and Hope

8. Stonehenge, Amesbury, UK (3000 BC - 1600 BC) Intrigue and Endurance

9. Sydney Opera House, Australia (1954 - 73) Abstraction and Creativity

10. Timbuktu, Mali (12th century) Intellect and Mysticism

The vote is organized by a non-profit Swiss foundation called New7Wonders which specializes in the preservation, restoration and promotion of monuments, and the results will be announced on July 7, 2007 - 07.07.07, in Lisbon, Portugal, considered a neutral venue as the country has no contending landmark of its own.

Believe me, there is still a long way to go, and these rankings are changing every second.

TAJ Is Pride Of India. I Want you to vote for TAJ And Increase The Vote%, So That Our TAJ Get Place In 7 Wonders.

THREE WAYS TO CAST YOUR VOTE IN FAVOUR OF TAJ

1. SMS: type TAJ and send to 4567

2. BSNL land line: call 125 5545

3. WEB: Log on to http://www.new7wonders.com/index.php

If you have already voted, than forward this to as many people as possible.

Lets make it a mission to wake up indians, and bring Taj Mahal back to 7 wonders of world.

You still have questions........?
Click here to access FAQs

Online, phone and SMS voting ends at midnight GMT on July 6th (the night between July 6th and 7th). The Authorities may close the phone and SMS voting earlier in order to be able to collect the data on time.

So, what are you waiting for...
Vote now.....

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