Awesome Rain Once Again

Monsoon has arrived once again. Its raining all around. Monsoon is there to rejuvenate every living things on the earth. Nature take best care of this lovely planet in this season which we normally miss to do. Nevertheless, its brings a lot of refreshment, fun and romance along with a gentle console over excruciating heat of summer. After every hot day there is a pray for a rainy day. For me, its a season which remains always exciting and I keep on waiting for it all round the year. The music of rainfall gives immense pleasure. 

Believe me, in this season  creativity is always there on its peak. You must have came across several poems, songs and beautiful paintings based on this awesome rainy season. I remember the soulful song by the ghazal maestro and the legend Late  Jagjit Singh, Wo Kagaz Ki Kashti, Wo Barish Ka Pani...

Once, Mr Amitabh Bachchan has also quoted, "Jaane kahan gayee wo ameeri hamari, Jab Barish ke pani mein hamaare bhi jahaaz chala kartey the". And, when it comes about the paper boats it really makes me nostalgic and takes me back to the days of childhood. Gone are the days, when we were thrilled just from the name of rain and had a lot of fun during the season.  

Paper Boat in Rain Water

Film makers in bollywood had greatly cherished the rainy season with their extreme level of imaginations. I am listing below few songs of bollywood which are great examples of an unique combination of hot and wet. I am sure, the steam of this combo will take you away into another world of ecstasy and joy. Who can forget the evergreen song of Aawara filmed on Raj Kapoor and Nargis "Pyaar Hua Iqraar Hua Hai, Pyaar Se Phir Kyun Darta Hai Dil".

Or, a great sensual yet seducing song "Ang Lag Jaa Baalama" in another Raj Kapoor movie "Mera Naam Joker" picturised on Raj Kapoor and Padmini, makes you feel the warmth of the steam coming out of these chilling droplets. Its seducing, its superb, its really very very hot.

"Rimjhim Gire Saawan, Sulag Sulag Jaaye Mann" the lyrics itself describes the romance and sensuousness about the rainy season and its impact. Romantic Amitabh and lovely Mausami featured this song and each word of the song is enough to turn you on and capable to let you feel the shower of lovely droplets on you.   

And when it comes to kindle the fire from the squirting rainy drops, Sridevi rules on the hearts while "Kaatey Nahin Katatey Ye Din Ye Raat" in Mr. India. This is the mighty power of rain which ignites the fire of love unanimously.  

Finally, I can't stop myself or can't conclude without mentioning the naughty yet romantic yet seducing act of sizzling Smita Patil along with amazing Amitabh Bachchan in Namak Halal while the song "Aaj Rapat Jaayen To Hamein Na Bachaiyo". Several years have gone to these movies and the songs but, whenever a rainy season comes people start humming these melodies spontaneously. 

Till now the charm for rains in bollywood is as alive as it was earlier. Still, rain songs are there in hindi movies and leaves the same impact. So, what's there in your mind. Which song are you humming now? Are you also getting naughty now?

Leave your comments....    

Indian Rail: Ideal platform for unlawful deeds

Continued.....from previous post 
Indian Rail: Travel to heaven or to hell.....................

Eventually, from the beginning of my life I had this opportunity to be around a railway station and it gave an opportunity to understand the lifestyle of nearby population. The biggest community dwelling besides a railway station is of beggars, as they look alike. But, are all of them beggars really? perhaps not. It is noticed quite often that there is a syndicate active around the railway stations in the semblance of a beggar and actually they are active with various other unlawful deeds like selling drugs and other intoxicating materials, theft, pic-pocket and even prostitution.

A professionally managed chain of pickpocket remains active with its very strong and stable network inside the railway area. Most of the time they are looking like a beggar or a pity trader of toxic commodities. Even, they may appear with some other faces also like your co-passenger or a coolie or any vendor. Because, at many railway stations coolies or vendors do not wear their assigned uniform also. Thus, it is difficult to recognize whether they are licensed coolies or vendors?   

A young girl begging in a train or at a railway station or a lady holding a kid on her hip and begging is not always like it as it appears. They are really beggars it cannot be claimed with confidence. Many times it is reported that these ladies are involved in theft, snatching or many other nasty activities. Many times these are not their own kids it is witnessed that different ladies holding the same kids at different times. Basically, they work in shifts and are a part of the network for which they work. However, it has always been a mystery that how and why the main culprit behind the curtain remains unnoticed.     

One must have seen warning posters "Beware of Pic-pocket" or "Beware of intoxicating gangs". It means that railway administration is also aware about these activities. But, surprisingly nothing has been done as a corrective measure. Can anyone agree that posting some posters of beware are enough for the safety of passengers? It is even surprising that at many major railway stations in the name of security, passengers are allowed to enter the railway platform after crossing a metal detector and a vigorous security check. Then how these beggars or even so many unauthorized vendors do get their entry to the railway premises.

 

Who is not aware about the persecution of Eunuchs (The Hizda Gang) inside the train and railway premises. They are always found everywhere anywhere at a railway station or in a train snatching money forcefully from the innocent migrant passengers. Sometimes, their activities are so nasty and dreadful that paying to them seems only way to get rid of them. Normally it is understood that no action may been taken against these eunuch gangs. May god save from being victim of these gangs. Here also is a great mystery. Personally, I know a few those who are not the eunuchs, but have adopted the guise like an eunuch and have taken it as a profession since, its lucrative enough.

Children, running and roaming around the railway stations and inside the train also selling tobacco products are quite commonly seen inside the trains as well as the railway premises almost around every railway stations in India. Another, new trend has been emerged quite rapidly inside the train or entire railway premises everyone must have noticed children collecting used empty bottles of water. they collect the empty bottles and it is refilled with normal yet unhygienic water and being sold to the passengers. Sometimes, you may see a child sweeping the compartment and begging or collecting waste water bottles.   

It is well known fact that children begging or involved in all such unlawful activities are not doing it at their own choice, rather they are compelled to do so. Many of them are kidnapped and are forced to work as per willingness of the master of the gang. So, practically we come across the SLUM DOGS only but the real millionaires are always out of reach . Worst part of the story is that this entire activity is closely witnessed by the rail authorities and police and the government. But, none has taken any initiative to make any significant solution for the same.

It is true that the destiny of these poor children is playing cruel with them. But, what we are doing? What the Government is doing? Any answer???

Eat Healthy Stay Fit : This Summer (I)

As the summer season begins, it brings lots of harsh and unpleasant experiences. It is always associated with many diseases and discomfort. Nothing seems enough to offer relief and comfort. Even its quite troublesome to keep us healthy and fit on a day to day basis. Thank god, nature had to offer so many fruits this season which not only tasty to eat but, they give tremendous benefits in order to keep us healthy, refreshed and rejuvenated. One among this Precious and Power packed fruit is JAMUN (Syzygium Cumuni). It is always less whatever we praise about this fruit. The JAMUN tree is native to India, Nepal, Pakistan, Sri Lanka, Bangladesh and Indonesia. It was introduced in Florida, USA in 1911. However, Now it is grown in various countries like Surinam, Trinidad and Tobago also.
It has got several local names such as jambas, jamun, jambolan, rajaman, kala jamun, neredu, naval, nerale, jamali, java plum, black plum and black berry. 

JAMUN is a very rich source of Carotene, Iron, Folic Acid, Calcium, Potassium, Magnesium, Phosphorous and Sodium. JMAUN has a high level of Vitamin C also. 
Sugar in JAMUN is in the form of Glucose and Fructose which hydrates, cools and refreshes the heat stressed body. Thus JAMUN is a natural heat reliever in summer season. 
JAMUN is a rich source of antioxidants,and phytochemicals like anthocyanins, glucosides, oxalic acid, kaemferol etc. The seeds and leaves contains essential oils.

Nutritional Levels In Jamun/ Black Plum/ Java Plum

Java Plum, raw
Nutritional value per 100 g (3.5 oz)
Energy	251 kJ (60 kcal)
Carbohydrates	15.56 g
Fat	0.23 g
Protein	0.72 g
Water	83.13 g
Vitamin A	3 IU
Thiamine (vit. B1)	0.006 mg (1%)
Riboflavin (vit. B2)	0.012 mg (1%)
Niacin (vit. B3)	0.260 mg (2%)
Pantothenic acid (B5)	0.160 mg (3%)
Vitamin B6	0.038 mg (3%)
Vitamin C	14.3 mg (17%)
Calcium	19 mg (2%)
Iron	0.19 mg (1%)
Magnesium	15 mg (4%)
Phosphorus	17 mg (2%)
Potassium	79 mg (2%)
Sodium	14 mg (1%)
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Source: USDA Nutrient Database

Taste wise also JAMUN is quite favorite fruit of all age group. Specially, due to pink pigmentation of tongue children run after this wonder fruit. Sprinkling a bit of salt makes it more tasty.

Though the color of JAMUN is Black but, a regular use of it entire the season gives tremendous   glow to your skin. It is not a hyperbolic statement if I say JAMUN a power house of health. Not just fruit but, the entire tree of JAMUN has been proved extremely beneficial for entire mankind. From ancient times Indian health practitioners (Vaidyas) have been most widely and commonly  using the bark, the leaves, the fruits and the seeds of JAMUN to treat various diseases. The studies from Indian Journal of Pharmacology, Biochemistry a division of Bhabha Atomic Research Centre and Central Drug Research Institute has recommended it as a Diabetic Fighter for its hypoglycemic properties(lowering the blood sugar level).  

Medicinal and Health benefits of JAMUN :
*         JAMUN is very effective for the treatment of Diabetes. Several studies provide enough evidences that JAMUN seed are rich in alkaloids which have great hypoglycemic effects with up to 30% reduction in blood sugar level.   
*       JAMUN is a great digestive which activates the Liver and Spleen. JAMUN juice is Carminative and Diuratic so gives a soothing effect to the Digestive System. It helps to promote the mucosal defensive factor thus, offers excellent anti-diarrhoeal effects and cures Peptic-Ulcers also. Hence, JAMUN is a proven Gastro Protective. 

*         JAMUN is found to be an excellent Blood Purifier and thus extremely effective in the treatment of ACNE and skin eruptions like Freckles. JAMUN helps cure Anemia also by increasing the Hemoglobin level. 
*          JAMUN fruit pulp with Sesame Oil is quite effective in lowering High Fevers.
*       JAMUN effectively relieves Throat Infections and Respiratory Diseases also. To maintain a healthy voice and relieve hoarseness, gargle with a concoction of JAMUN seeds boiled in water for some time and cooled. 
*           JAMUN is very much effective in removing Renal Stones if JAMUN seed powder is taken along with Yoghurt.    
*         JAMUN is such a fruit about which more you say lesser it would be. Nevertheless, another amazing and wonderful property of JAMUN is an excellent SEX STIMULANT. It is a wonderful Natural VIAGRA. It rejuvenates health, vigor and vitality in old ages even.     

Eating JAMUN with black salt and roasted cumin seed powder relieves Hyper acidity. The Juice of ripe JAMUN fruit is used to prepare sauces and beverages. For treating pimples, grind the dry seeds. Add some cow's milk and apply on the pimples while going to bed at night. Wash in the morning. A regular use ensures a bright, fair and glowing skin. The powder of JAMUN bark is effective to control bleeding. Juice of JAMUN or decoction of JAMUN vinegar offers significant relief from enlargement of spleen, chronic diarrhea and retention of urine. The extract of tender leaves of JAMUN and Mango helps control vomiting in Jaundice.

Much better aspect is that it is freely available everywhere in India and this amazing boon of nature is quite affordable so anyone may avail its benefit. Enjoy it this Summer and share your experiences. 

Amen......

Indian Rail : Book Your ticket on your Cell

Indian Railway is now all set to launch a new Ticket Reservation System which shall be operative through the Cell Phones. This is for the very first time in INDIA when a passenger will be able to book his tickets through Cell Phones.

According to the news the new scheme has been approved by the Railway Board and RBI has also given mandatory clearance for the same. It is considered that this scheme will be helpful for the passengers in order to get rid from the grip of booking agents or pimps. Officials of Railway Board had assured that necessary measures has been taken by making certain necessary modifications in the software for the prevention from misuse of it. It is said that this scheme will be proved simple for the Cell Phone users. However, a customer will have to download an application to book a journey ticket through his/her Cell Phone. One more limitation of the scheme is that it will not work on any ordinary Cell Phone, a Java enabled handset will be required to book tickets under this scheme.

Moreover, the system is same as e-ticket booking, though initiatives has been taken to make the project viable by setting up kiosks at different locations to help the customers. One may opt for delivery of ticket by a courier or those having e-mail id may get the same online also. According to an IRCTC source the passenger will receive a reservation message immediately after booking of the tickets with full details of the ticket including PNR No, Train No, Date of Journey, Class of Journey and other relevant details. This message shall be treated as good as the printout of e-ticket, popularly known as electronic reservation slip (ERSs).

Basically, two non-internet systems had been developed by IRCTC which can be used with even simple feature phones. Tickets can be booked through a simple text messaging based facility or a menu based dialing service. It would be any time anywhere service and the bookings shall be done in a secure manner. Main advantage of this system is that there would be no need to log on to internet or to stand for hours in a queue at reservation counters. 

If you wish to know more about the scheme please visit the IRCTC link - https://www.irctc.co.in/beta_htmls/SMS_USSD.html

Perhaps, its time to say goodbye to old counter paper tickets. Though, it would be too early to predict the benefits of new system. Hope, waiting in a queue for getting a reserved ticket shall be a story of older days. 

Indian Rail : Travel to heaven or to hell

Indian Rail has been the one and foremost mode of travel which connects INDIA with its unique network since the days we thought to step out. Kids screaming out with delight while looking at a train has been a traditional truth. Every kid must had a toy train in their collection of toys during their growing age. Who can deny? 

Even if they don't had a toy train, kids playing train train by holding each other and running together in a straight direction, making noise like chhuk chhuk chhuk and whistling  coo coo coo who hasn't seen? Riding a train has always made us passionate since our childhood. Isn't it? 

In our hindi cinema also there are lots of glorious moments filmed on train. Films like The Train and The Burning Train are excellent examples of it. Who can forget these evergreen songs like Gaadi Bulaa Rahi Hai, Seeti Bazaa Rahi Hai... or a song like Mere Sapnon ki Raani Kab Aayegi tu.... 

Hai Apna Dil Toh Aawaara, Na jaane kis Pe Aayega.... singing Devanand in film "Solwa Saal" also picturised in a train and Shahrukh Khan dancing and singing Chal Chhaiyaa Chhaiyaa Chhaiyaa.... in "Dil Se" on the roof of a train are enough to glorify the importance of a train in the life of  common Indian man. We can say that the Indian Railway has got a very deeply spread roots in the heart and mind of Indians.

Moreover, may we forget it when the renowned poet and lyricist Kavi Pradeep tried to show the Glorious Glimpses of India in one of his all time great song "Aao Bachchon Tumhe Dikhaayen Jhaanki Hindustaan Ki" the mode of travel was a train only.

We can never forget that excitement which we had since our childhood in the name of a travel by train and hopefully anyone cannot forget the same. It was nestled in our veins since ever we had our senses. And, it has always been experienced as a journey with lots of adventure, fun and excitement for a long time.

In certain hilly areas  Indian Railways offers a service of toy trains which attracts lots of Indian as well as foreign tourists of all age group by virtue of its unique make and the fun, thrill and adventure associated with it.

These toy trains have been proved as a great source of revenue also for the government. Keeping in mind about the earning potential Indian railways has introduced various train services which are not only unique but, few are the unmatched worldwide. Maharaja Express and Palace on Wheels are the classical examples of Indian Art, Luxury and Hospitality.

As the name suggests Maharaja Express offers an unmatched and inexpressible amenities which are a paramount  example of Art, Craft and Luxury. 

Similarly, Palace on wheels also is a classical service of Indian Railways which is unique of it own Style, Luxury and Incredible Comfort. The State of the Art Amenities inside the train are awesome and offers heavenly peace and comfort blended with the great Indian Hospitality for which any Indian may feel proud. 

The glaring and dazzling interiors of these palaces depict the greatness of Indian Architecture, Sculpture and Art. These palaces are liked by both Indians and foreigners and have been proved as a great source of revenue as well as prestige earner for Indian Railways.      


On the cost of almost one lakh for a night a journey in Maharaja Express introduces with an excellent piece of Art and Workmanship. Undoubtedly, these trains are like jewels  of pride and glory in the crown of Indian Railways.

Further, there are trains like Rajdhani Express, which also offers a cozy and comfortable journeys to their passengers and is considered as prestigious trains which normally maintains its routine and schedule and connects the national capital with almost all major state capitals. Passengers do receive much better facilities and hospitality in Rajdhani Express trains compared to other long distance trains running throughout the country.

    
These red colored trains have been able to gain the confidence of passengers for being safe and secure in order to provide a scheduled and comfortable journey along with a tasty package of food.

In this category another train is Sahatabdi Express. Which runs for shorter distances compared to Rajdhani Express. Since, these trains are for shorter distances so mostly there are chair cars only in these trains but, other comfort, facilities and hospitality remains same as Rajdhani Express and have received almost same reputation and prestige also. 

All the trains mentioned above are there to cite different stories of Glory, Pride and Prestige of Indian Railways and are meant for Special Class of passengers. Trains like Maharaja Express and Palace on Wheels are meant for the very high class people and a common man can never ever think of to experience the luxury and hospitality of these trains. 

Yet, a common man sometimes dares to avail a journey of a Rajdhani Express or Shatabdi Express. Of course quite seldom and with a heavy heart. Since its not so affordable. So, either they prefer to travel in these trains in such extreme situations where there is no option left behind or, sometimes when it comes to fulfill their desire at least once in lifetime. 

Yes, travelling with a Toy Train is not such costly affair as these trains run for a quite shorter distances, but that too is not in the reach of every common Indian since, very few of them do visit there to spend their holidays on such hill stations.

India travels on local trains or passenger trains. Almost 70 - 80 percent Indian passengers depend on these local trains for their shorter journeys and when they have to travel for any long distances their choices are either super fast trains or express trains. Here comes the true story that how these common men are destined to travel.

Since, no. of trains are always lesser than the number of passengers so a heavy crowd is quite a normal situation for every local trains. But, in this situation also it could have been a less painful journey if there would have at least some basic facilities inside the train. One may never find a clean and comfortable compartment with clean and hygienic toilets. The condition of Indian train's toilets are so horrible that one will prefer to avoid to use it instead of using it with a fear of physical or hygienic accident.

The floor and walls of these toilets seems to invite such unpleasant situations most of the times. How may one be assured that it is safe to use these toilets. It comes the most drastic situation when you don't find even water there in the toilets. Broken window glass is another common most situation which you come across while entering in these train toilets. How may you consider it suitable and safe specially for female passengers.  

Roaming Rats, Cockroaches and Mosquitoes through out the train and toilets are so common that it could be easily seen everywhere in any such trains. If you have got a seat or berth in a train near the toilets believe it, you are about to experience a living in hell through out your journey due to the disgusting stench all around.

And, what will you say about this person who is destined to travel while sitting in the toilet of a train?

Your comments are sincerely solicited. Please comment your experiences also. Do you believe that the common man is treated humanly in Indian Railways?

To be continued..... 

Bihar School Examination Board : Unique 10 of Class 10th Result 2013

Much awaited result of Class 10th of Bihar School Examination Board announced on 5th June 2013 afternoon. Here is the glimpse of some funny yet ridiculous findings while trying to get the result online. Given below are screenshots of various search results when an attempts were made to get the result of candidates.

While clicking to a link claiming check results, the given below page opened With a prominent ad of a matrimony site. It was enough to laugh or to be surprised what these 13 to 15 years old children will do with this matrimony site and how it will be of any use for them. 

Nevertheless, link available at this site was quite helpless to provide results for those poor students. Again, after taking another attempt almost same experience repeated with another matrimonial ad. Amazed.....what these advertisers do think.....and what the logic behind it.....

Here, also students were quite unable to view their results, as non of the links found working here too in order to meet the expectation of the students. Yes, beautiful faces inviting for matrimony were there. 

Examples of search results were funny, dramatic yet pathetic since, none of the students were able to find their desired results.

Import Cinese Products, the prominent ad was there, but again results O My God.....being desperate....with no benefit.

See, at the bottom of this Bihar Board Matric Results 2013, me along with others unable to understand whats purpose of the pic there with the link??? Help, with a suitable reason...if anyone. 

Another example offering marriage proposals but not the results of 10th for which all these exercises are being done. Pity...isn't it? 

Moreover, every links as displayed in screenshots shown above were diverting to the official website of Bihar School Examination Board i.e. www.biharboard.net or www.biharonline.gov.in. See, the pitiable situation of the official site now.

Hundreds or more attempts to reach to the official site yielded with this unpleasant yet frustrating message "SERVER IS TOO BUSY". 

Felt fortunate when ultimately this page opened, it appeared as a pleasure to be discovered. But, alas......

Getting results were not destined today......Poor Students.....Helpless Parents.....and Senseless Government.....

What would you say?????