Personalised online shopping experience Trends

According to a Baynote Survey released in January 2012, the proportion of online shoppers who say that the personalisation of their shopping experience on smartphones or tablets did not meet their expectations during 2011 far exceeds those who felt that way about their experience on a traditional e-commerce site. In terms of overall shopping experience, e-commerce sites again led the way, with 93.3% of respondents saying that their shopping experience on this channel met or exceeded their expectations.

Current Trends
Shopping experience seen lagging on mobile devices
SHOPPERS PREFER E-COM. SITES

Ranking of INDIAN MOST POPULAR 25 WEBSITES

A comprehensive ranking of India’s most popular 25 websites after a thorough and comprehensive analysis with research inputs from primary as well as secondary sources is as follows.

1. GOOGLE
2. FACEBOOK
3. YOUTUBE
4. WIKIPEDIA
5. YAHOO
6. TWITTER
7. LINKEDIN
8. REDIFF
9. IRCTC
10. FLIPKART
11. IN.COM
12. CRICINFO
13. NAUKRI
14. INDIATIMES
15. IMDB
16. EBAY
17. SNAPDEAL
18. HDFCBANK
19. SHAADI.COM
20. BING
21. JUSTDIAL
22. OLX
23. ICICIBANK
24. MAKEMYTRIP
25. QUIKR

Quantitative or Qualitative Factors responsible for Effectiveness of an ad

Advertisements are not as qualitative as one thinks. Creativity of a campaign is directly proportional to its effectiveness. So, suppose the  objective of your campaign is to grab market share and if it does not fulfill its quantitative purpose, it did not justify itself on the creativity parameter. Similarly, if the purpose of such a campaign is to raise the awareness level of a brand, even then there are quantitative tools to measure the outcome of such campaign. So an ad campaign is as good as itfulfi ls its core purpose. A campaign has be effective first and creative next. This is exactly why the world's best ad agencies are associated with world's best brands or vice-versa.

HONDA BUYS SIEL

The long-term partnership between Honda Motor Corporation (HMC) and Sriram Industrial Enterprises Ltd (SIEL) has come to an end. Honda will buyout SIEL’s stake in its Indian subsidiary for Rs.180 crore, thus ending 16 years of partnership, which Usha International Ltd (UIL), Honda Siel Cars India Ltd and Honda Motor Company shared to develop the Honda Siel Cars India Ltd’s brand. As per the agreement, Honda Motor Co will buy out all of the 18 million shares, which UIL held in the joint venture. UIL, which had 3.16% stake in HSCI, had shown an interest in quitting from the joint venture in order to better focus and strategically invest and expand its own core business. Honda Siel Cars India will now be a 100% subsidiary of Honda Motors. The process of changing the company’s name and other formalities will take a few more months to come about. The decision came after much prolonged dilly-dallying between the two partners over the stake valuation of UIL. Honda, which commenced sales operations in India with flagship sedan City in 1998, has seen market share dip over the decade due to increased competition from global players and has been having a tough time in India. It will be interesting to see how as a single owner now it gets its act together.

Hyosung GT250R BIKE TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS REVIEW

Hyosung GT250R BIKE Review

 The Hyosung GT250R has big bike looks and is powered by a strong and powerful twocylinder, V-twin DOHC eightvalve 249 cc engine, which generates 27.6 Bhp at 10000rpm. It offers a super sports riding position, has a fairly muscular body and comes equipped with double disc front brakes. Then there are upside down forks, monoshock rear suspension and fat tyres. The instrument cluster is full of modern equipment and the bodywork flaunts a modern styling that is sure to set hearts afl utter in the 250cc bike segment.

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

250cc engine V twin-cylinder, oil-cooled 4-stroke engine delivering 27.6Bhp
Twin projector headlamps, upside down forks and adjustable rear seats
Three colour variants - White & Red, Silver & Red, Red & Black

 

RENAULT SCALA CAR TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS REVIEW

RENAULT SCALA REVIEW

If you are looking to go for an elegant yet dynamic sedan to take the pride of place in your garage, Renault’s latest launch “Scala” is the one that could fit your bill perfectly. It offers the best in class roominess with lots of cabin space. The interiors are impressive as well and it looks good on the outside too. The large headlights have a smoked look and the front bumper and grille are visually appealing. Scala is powered by 1.5-litre petrol and diesel engines and has 5-speed manual transmission.

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

1.5 L dCi K9K diesel engine and 1.5 XH2 petrol engine
Chrome radiator grill with smoke styled headlamps
Anti-pinch power window and speed sensing auto door lock

Titan latest ZOOP Watches TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS REVIEW

Titan ZOOP Watch Review

Titan’s latest ZOOP collection of watches comes in a gamut of designs and are especially designed for children. The collection is inspired from 3C’s viz cars, candy and crystals and is a perfect style statement for the wrist. The high on quality watches are available in non abrasive, long lasting polyurethane and certifi ed colours that are vibrant and clearly defi ne the fun and youthfulness of childhood. Shock resistant and drop test certifi ed, ZOOP is an ideal companion for all those young ones out there.

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

Made of non-abrasive, long lasting polyurethane and certified colors
Shock resistant, UV and drop test certifi ed watch
Non-allergic and water resistant

Wockhardt Hospital Healthcare Benefits

Wockhardt Hospital Core strengths & objectives

Wockhardt Hospitals will strive to set new benchmarks for clinical outcomes by providing the highest quality of care, deploying the best clinical talent (doctors) and highly trained nursing and paramedical staff, and offering the latest treatments across our specialties (cardiac care, orthopaedics, neuro, aesthetics, GI). Wockhardt Hospitals’ relationship with Harvard Medical International will drive clinical knowledge sharing and skill set development to bring the relevant and modern treatment options to patients in India. 

In 2010, Wockhardt had launched a new 160-bed multi-specialty hospital in Goa. This is ideally poised for medical value travel. Its core specialties are cardiac care, orthopaedics, aesthetics and urology. About 1,200 patients avail of medical advice and treatment at Wockhardt Hospitals on a daily basis from 200 super specialist doctors. The topline has almost doubled for existing Wockhardt Hospitals since 2010, i.e. a growth of almost 100%.

Cambridge will host NET 2012 conference

The NET 2012 International Conference, the leading annual conference for networking in healthcare education, will take place at Cambridge on September this year. NET 2012 is meant for everyone involved in healthcare education, especially educators, practitioners, researchers and students. NET 2012 is a unique opportunity to share innovative ideas and experiences with a wide range of participants from the UK and other countries. It is designed for those interested in the latest developments in healthcare education.

Professor Elizabeth Mary Chiarella, Professor of Sydney Nursing School and University of Sydney, Professor Hugh McKenna, Pro-Vice-Chancellor (Research and Innovation), University of Ulster, UK, will be the keynote speakers at the event. Online registration is open for the general public. The aim of NET 2012 is to encourage healthcare professionals to hold debates, reflect on healthcare issues, and focus on networking for those with shared interests and promote lifelong learning.

Berry Brainy Fruit Nutrition Food

Strawberries, blueberries, blackberries and other berry fruits have certain antioxidant properties that prevent cell damage and contribute to overall good health. Now, a new review suggests that berries can also help ward off the mental decline that comes with aging. After analyzing data from earlier studies, researchers concluded that the phytochemicals in berries offer antioxidant as well as anti-inflammatory protection to the brain. Inflammation in the brain can impair motors skills and cognition. Experts have yet to determine whether each type of berry provides all the compounds needed to maintain brain health or whether each berry offer its own unique benefits.

Fruit and nut Muffin Cook Book Recipe

Fruit and Nut Muffin
Ingredients

• 1 cup whole-wheat pastry flour
• ¾ cup all-purpose flour
• ¼ cup almond flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• ½ teaspoon baking soda
• ½ teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon orange zest
• ¾ cup dried fruit (black currants, raisins, chopped nuts)
• 2 eggs, large
• 1¼ cups low-fat (1%) buttermilk
• ½ cup brown sugar
• 6 tablespoons canola oil (or any neutral flavored oil)
• 1 tablespoon orange juice
• ½ teaspoon vanilla

Method

• Place the rack in the top third of the oven and preheat the oven to 2000C. Line muffin tins with paper liners.
• In a large mixing bowl, combine the flours, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and orange zest. Add black currantsetal and toss gently to coat the dried fruit in flour. This will help keep them suspended in the batter versus falling to the bottom.
• In a medium mixing bowl, lightly beat the eggs, then whisk in the buttermilk, brown sugar, oil, orange juice, and vanilla. Don’t be concerned if the mixture looks curdled or lumpy.
• Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until most of the flour is incorporated. The mixture can be slightly lumpy; don’t overmix. Divide the batter among the 18 prepared muffin cups. 
• Bake 12 to 14 minutes, or until the muffins are golden brown around the edges.

Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam inaugurates St. Thomas College Palai 62nd Foundation Day

St. Thomas College Pala's 62 nd Foundation Day was inaugurated by Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam, the former President of India.

You can go through Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam's address and interaction with the Students of St. Thomas College Palai from the following URL http://www.jeevan4u.com/news/DrAPJAbdulKalam-Address-FoundationDayCelebrations-StThomasCollegePalai.pdf

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KARBONN SMART TAB 1 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

KARBONN SMART TAB 1

Karbonn’s latest tablet offering takes the mobile tech revolution a step ahead. The Karbonn Smart Tab 1 comes loaded with the latest version of Android operating system and at an affordable price point. It runs on Android 4.0 operating system (Ice Cream Sandwich) and is equipped with 1.2 GHz processor, which ensures efficient multi-tasking experience. Other exciting multimedia features include a 7-inch screen, 3700 mAh battery, a 2 MP front camera, and pre-embedded applications such as Karbonn Smart Browser and Karbonn Smart Games.

KARBONN SMART TAB 1 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

• 17.8cm capacitive 5-point touch screen with 1.2GHz processor
• Ultra low-power MIPS-Based™ JZ4770 SoC from Ingenic
• Android 4.1 (Jelly Bean) platform

SONY BDV-N990W TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

SONY BDV-N990W

Sony’s sleekly designed 3D Blu-ray home theatre system is truly a next generation home entertainment device. The wifi -enabled design marvel allows you to stay connected via the internet. Its slender satellite speakers are equipped with Sony’s S-Master Full Digital Amplifi er that offer realistic 3D sound experience under Sony’s distinctive monolithic design. The piano finish surface system features four streamlined and elegant floor stand speakers that deliver distortion free surround sound with magnetic fluid technology.

SONY BDV-N990W TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

• Sony’s S-Master Full Digital Amplifier
• Wi-Fi connectivity for convenient access to Internet
• Compact and energy-efficient
• Magnetic Fluid Speakers

HTC DESIRE VC Dual SIM TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

HTC DESIRE VC

Offering a perfect blend of technology and style, HTC has launched a dual sim (CDMA + GSM) HTC Desire VC smartphone, with Android™ 4.0 version and packed with updated features that offer ease in switching between your personal and professional numbers. The latest addition in the Desire family serves a rich studio quality sound experience, sports an eye catchy design and has a 4-inch screen. You also get free online space of up to 25 GB so that you can store your valuable data, that too at an affordable price.

HTC DESIRE VC TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

• Qualcomm’s Snapdragon™ processor with dual sim (CDMA + GSM)
• 4 inch screen with HTC Sense 4.0 and Android™ 4.0
• 25 GB of free online space for data

Effective HR hiring function - Hiring team operating model

The essential for an effective HR hiring function is hiring team operating model. It is important to understand the business-sourcing needs to plan optimum operating model for hiring team. It can be structured on the basis of any business line hiring process-centric, channel-centric, regional or level-centric. It is important to understand the scale of demand, sources, complexity level of positions and the depth of business understanding before finalising an appropriate operating model.

I BUDDY 7” TABLET WITH ANDROID 4.0

The product IBUDDY 7” TABLET has 7“ capacitive touch screen, five-point touch, 480x800 pixels. Along with 0.3 mp front camera, mini-USB 2.0 port with OTG support to connect external USB drives, peripherals it offers builtin Wi-Fi (802.11 b/g/n). The device supports maximum video and audio formats. It has lithium-ion polymer battery, 2350 mAh. Application such as calculator, calendar, Angry Birds and Fruit Ninja are inbuilt.

Meditrina Hospital Thiruvananthapuram Angioplasty Centre

Meditrina Hospital Thiruvananthapuram

Meditrina Hospital, located at Pattom in Thiruvananthapuram district of Kerala, is a specialised centre for Angioplasty. Dr Prathap Kumar, a cardiologist famous for having attempted the first Open Heart Angioplasty in the world and the Managing Director of Meditrina Hospital, says he is driven by the social commitment to provide the common man the best healthcare services at affordable costs. The hospital has super-specialty departments in Cardiology, Urology, Orthopaedics, General Surgery, Radiology, Internal Medicine, Diabetology, Medical Gastroenterology, Dermatology, Pathology and ENT, other than an exclusive Varicose Vein Clinic and Diabetic Foot Clinic

NGIL contributions to healthcare sector

NGIL Nitta Gelatin India Ltd, one of the most successful Indo-Japanese industrial ventures, incorporated in 1975. While KSIDC is the local promoter, Nitta Gelatin Inc, Japan is backing us on the technical and marketing fronts. Quality wise, NGIL is among the best companies in the country. Through dedicated human resources and technological advancements, NGIL assures the best quality products. NGIL exercises stringent quality control not only in the selection of raw material, but also at every stage of production, until the product is finally delivered to the customer. The company is uniquely placed to draw on the vast resources of its collaborators and ensures that the products are consistently of high quality. In the pharma industry, Gelatin is mainly used for hard and soft gel capsules. Gelatin is a natural material. It has no side affects. It is highly digestible and serves as a natural protective coating for medicines. It is used in pharmaceutical applications. NGIL also produces Gelatin for blood plasma expander. 

Bhujangasana Yoga Asanas Benefits (Yoga postures)

Bhujangasana Yoga postures

Bhujangasana actually means the Snake Pose or Cobra Pose. This pose is famous for strengthening the abdominal muscles and back muscles. It is the seventh asana in the famous Suryanamaskara sequence.

Lay on the floor with face down; make the palms flat on the floor, next to the chest. Note that your elbows are close to your body. Make sure that the heels and toes are together. For beginners, it is good to place the nose or chin on the floor. Once you are comfortable, you have to place the forehead on the floor. Inhale slowly and stretch the entire body, and lift the head up and expand the chest forward. You have to roll upwards by using the back, neck and head. Then look upwards at 45 degrees. The elbows should be positioned right next to your body. The abdomen has to press down on the ground. Hold this position up to 15 or 30 seconds. While releasing, breathe out and slowly return to the original position.


Benefits of Yoga Bhujangasana

• Will strengthen abdomen muscles
• Very useful for diabetic patients
• Relieves from stress and helps maintain youthfulness
• Will improve the condition of heart

Adverse effects of Acupuncture

Serious adverse effects of Acupuncture include Pneumothorax, spinal lesions, and Hepatitis B transmission. Other possible side effects are  fainting during treatment, nausea and vomiting,  increased pain, diarrhea, local skin irritation, bruising, needle site bleeding, psychiatric disturbance, headaches, spinal cord injury, and punctured organs. Therefore, if you are planning to undergo Acupuncture, make sure that you consult only authorised and licensed practitioners.

Marketers view about Social media promotions

Everyone has realized the importance of social media. Now we can see social media stabilizing. For the first time, the reach hasn’t increased, but the time spent on social media has increased further. Marketers have understood the relevance and  importance of being present on social media, but they are not using it to its fullest. For example,marketers are focusing on their brand sites and hope that consumers will visit them. But our study clearly indicates that social sites are preferred to brand sites.

Indian most valuable brands 2012 starts with letter A

The list of 100 most valuable brands 2012 in India that strats with the letter 'A' are listed below.

• Aaj Tak
• Aashirvaad atta
• Aastha TV
• Absolut Vodka
• ACC
• Accenture
• ACE Construction
• Acer
• Action shoes
• Acuvue
• ADAG (Reliance)
• Add Gel
• Adidas
• Adobe
• After Eight
• Agencyfaqs
• AIIMS
• Aim Matchsticks
• AIR FM Rainbow
• 102.6
• Air India
• Aircel
• Airtel
• Akai Mobiles
• Alcott
• All Out
• Allahabad Bank
• Allen Solly
• Amar Ujala
• Amaron Batteries
• Ambi Pur
• Ambuja (Cement)
• AMD Athlon
• American Express
• American Tourister
• Amrutanjan
• Amul Butter
• Amul Chaach
• Amul Cool Café
• Amul Macho
• Amul Milk
• Amway
• Anandabazar Patrika
• Anchor (Toothpaste)
• Anchor Electricals
• AND
• Animal Planet
• Annapurna
• Anne French
• Ansal API
• Ansal Buildwell
• Antiquity
• Apollo Hospitals
• Apollo Munich Insurance
• Apollo Tyres
• Apple iPad
• Apple iPhone
• Apple Macbook
• Appy Fizz
• Apsara (Stationary)
• Aptech Computer Education
• Aquafi na
• Aquaguard
• Archies
• Ariel
• Aristocrat Luggage
• Armani
• Aroma Magic
• Arrow
• Art d’inox
• Arvind Mills
• Asahi India
• Ashok Leyland
• Ashoka (Hotel)
• Asian Cycles
• Asian Paints
• Asmi
• Asus
• Atlas Cycles
• Audi
• AutoCar India
• Autocop
• Aventis Pharma
• Aviva Life Insurance
• Avon (Beauty Care)

Asian Granito India Ltd AGIL ceramic company

Established in the year 2000, Asian Granito India Ltd. (AGIL) has emerged as a Rs.700 crore giant in the Indian space decor  industry and is moving forward as one of the fastest growing ceramic companies in the segment today. AGIL aims to “lead the change” through its first mover advantage. To capitalize on the same, the company last year launched ‘digital polished vitrified tiles in India, bringing a revolution to the market segment. The flooring accommodates digital printing and substitute natural marble by providing hassles free installation.

Uniglobe Keshav Travel Company

Technology is making travellers more informed than ever. They expect the very best wherever they go and whatever they do. Small surprise that the tour & travel industry is becoming more demanding by the day. And there are a few names, including Uniglobe Keshav Travel, which have been living up to these high consumer expectations. The decade old company, affiliated to the world’s largest single brand travel network Uniglobe Travel, boasts of a network comprising more than 700 locations worldwide. Focussed on savings and service, their tech-enabled service effi ciencies have given them a slew of happy clients - both corporate & leisure. 

NIKON D3200 Technical Specifications

NIKON D3200

The D3200 is an ultra lightweight DSLR. Weighing just 505 gm with the battery and memory card, this can be very handy for amateurs. However, professionals might find it a bit too light, especially while using the zoom lenses. There is a viewfinder as well as a threeinch LCD monitor, which you can use for live view and for shooting HD videos. The menu button is at the left of the LCD and is covers almost everything you want to do with the camera. But we would have liked one touch access to the ISO and White Balance - which you now have to select after clicking the Info button. We loved the fact that the LCD display changes orientation as you flip the camera around. However, we did not like the red body option, which has a very plasticky finish. The black body, of course, retains the traditional feel of a DSLR.

Technical Specifications

• 24.2 MP CMOS sensor; 
• 1.5x lens focal length; 
• 1/4,000 to 30 s; 
• f5.3 to f36; 
• ISO 6400; 
• Full HD; 
• SDHC & SDXC, 
• Live view.

CAPDASE POWER CRUIZER BATTERY PACK Review

CAPDASE POWER CRUIZER BATTERY PACK

The CapDase Power Cruizer has a pin for Apple devices as well as USB and miniUSB ports for the others. So this charger can lend power to any smartphone. It is also easy to carry around and comes with small LED indicators that light up while charging and show the battery status.

iBALL PORTABLE POWER BANK Review

iBALL PORTABLE POWER BANK

The iBall Power Bank isn’t a great looker. This rectangular piece of hardware looks similar to portable hard drives. It has a power key on the top with red LED indicators to display the stored charge. With a 5000 mAh battery, this portable power back has a wall charger along with multiple connecting ports for iPhone, miniUSB port, Samsung devices, etc. The company claims it takes close to six hours to fully charge. Also when not in use, it loses just 5 percent of its battery in a month. The bank can be charged and used over 500 times.

Water for Sale - Health

Water for Sale

An object that has become a matter of convenience to man and nuisance to nature - packaged drinking water. It is more convenient to buy ‘purified’ packaged drinking water than carry boiled water from home in a reusable bottle of stainless steel or glass when we are on the go. We consume bottled water thinking it is pure. But the reality is that the safety and purity of packaged water is still a questionable topic. Media has every now and then reported on scientific studies proving the presence of hazardous chemicals in popular brands of packaged water. But still some of us, who select our clothes and shoes after Water for Sale careful deliberations, do not pay much attention to something as basic as drinking water.

Most of the packaged water available in the market is not ISI certified. However, even an ISI mark on bottled water has lost its relevance as it does not guarantee the purity of water. If media reports are to be believed nearly 20-30% of the ISI-certified brands defy standards when checked after a year or so. Scientific tests have revealed that some of the brands contain pesticides, insecticides and bacteria. The long-term use of contaminated water can be the cause of a number of diseases, some even fatal.

NOKIA DC 16 Review

NOKIA DC 16

This one from Nokia is good looking and compact enough to slide into the corner of a laptop bag, camera bag or your shirt pocket. It comes with a 2200 mAh lithium-ion battery that can be used to charge any device using a USB cable. Nokia claims its can store power for up to three months. The device comes in vibrant colours and battery status indicators in the form of small dots that don’t scream at you.

Angry words Free Apps by Etermax

Angry words App

Similar to online scrabble in rules, the app gives you the option of playing a game with your Facebook and Twitter friends, or just creating a game to play with a random opponent online. You will need a decently fast connection to play the game, or the long waits for the opponent to come up with another word will pretty much kill you. On the plus side, you can chat with the other player.

KT GROUP into construction business

KT Group is into the construction business, but with an innovative approach. The company focuses on redeveloping old dilapidated buildings. Certainly, a great way to accommodate the country’s ever increasing population. Having said that, there is no doubt that the company has proven its mettle over the past decade in developing new projects. In this short span of time KT Group has earned a reputation of building prestigious homes with immaculate quality and timely delivery. The key for the company is its young and enthusiastic team which believes in delivering the best and living up to customer expectations

RENAULT DUSTER SUV segment

Renault’s much awaited model in the SUV segment ‘Duster’ has finally hit the Indian roads. With some striking looks and features of a premium luxury vehicle, the Duster is designed to serve mid size families aiming to have a bigger car. It is also loaded with 1.5L dCI engine delivering 110PS for a smoother ride yet it’s not a fuel guzzler. The petrol Duster delivers a mileage of 13.24kmpl while the 85PS diesel model is touted to return as much as 20.45kmpl. All in all it’s a complete power-packed package for both city drive and highway cruise.

Nokia 808 Pure View TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

Nokia 808 Pure View

Nokia 808 Pure View is offering a complete cinematic experience, the world’s first super camera phone is aligned with Dolby Digital Plus surround sound technology and 41MP sensor with Carl Zeiss optics technology as well. You can now sit back and enjoy full 1080 HD video recording with extraordinary Nokia Rich Recording. Phone camera enthusiasts can finally let their hair down.

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

• High resolution 41MP camera with Carl Zeiss optics
• Dolby Digital Plus 5.1 channel surround sound
• Full HD 1080 video recording with 4X loseless zoom
• Price: Rs.33,900

ENIGMA INTENSE E-BIKE Electronic Operating Bike

ENIGMA

If the ever rising fuel prices and high maintenance costs of your vehicle have been daunting you everyday, you surely must check out the electronically operating bikes from Enigma. Available in three different models and some alluring features, the bikes can travel upto 60 kms on an average on full battery charge with a maximum speed of 25kmph, thus redefining the way you commute. Also, with a near zero percent carbon emission, you can also contribute to a pollution free environment by using a ecofriendly mode of transport.

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

• Travels 60km on an average per recharge
• Near zero carbon emission maximum speed of @25kmph
• Battery charging duration 6-8 hours
• Price: Rs. 28,600 - 31,900

DENTSU ACQUIRES AEGIS MEDIA

Japanese ad marketing giant Dentsu has surprised the advertising industry by announcing a whopping £ 3.2-billion takeover of the UK media planning firm Aegis. The news comes just a few months after Dentsu ended a long-standing relationship with Publicis. The proposed acquisition will allow Dentsu to create “a new global communications network for the digital age”. The move will also pitchfork the Tokyo-based company at the helm in the Asia-Pacific region and make it the second-largest advertising agency in western Europe. Being the biggest deal ever in the 111-year-long history of the company, it will help Dentsu to make significant gains from Aegis’ fast-growing digital business and its long established European network. From an analytical perspective, by acquiring Aegis which has a good presence in the US market as well, Dentsu will be looking to grow its business in northern America but it will have to contend with American biggies like Omnicom and WPP. As a combined group with a huge potential, Dentsu and Aegis will offer integrated solutions and enhanced quality services to its clients. The combination of Dentsu and Aegis will include at least 71 out of the top 100 marketers as clients on a combined basis.

AMAZON TO LAUNCH ITS OWN SMARTPHONE

A lot is being speculated about the possible entry of Amazon into the smartphone arena. The world’s biggest online retailer is all set to join hands for an Android based platform with Chinese company Foxconn (which incidentally is also the manufacturer for Apple Inc.’s iPhone). Amazon may not possess huge chunks of money as its competitors like Apple, Google and Microsoft have for developing a business that requires plenty of patents to protect its forte. However, it has the advantage of its 100 million plus customer base. The move will ensure a better presence for Amazon in a rapidly growing smartphone market. It also enjoys a strong distribution network, which is expected to stay receptive to the new endeavour. But it will have to create relevant retailing and branding strategies to match the bar with the rest, including Facebook. The company also needs to build its assets strategically to face the core competencies of leaders like Apple and Samsung. However, learning from the earlier mistakes of its rivals and trying not not repeat them may help the company. Nevertheless, competition in the smartphone space is set to get more intense as more players join the fray.

Kavya Dhalangal Music Album by Actress KAVYA MADHAVAN

The Debut Musical Audio Album "KAVYADALANGAL" of the famous malayalam movie actress KAVYA MADHAVAN has been released. The Kavya Dhalangal album details has been listed below.

• Author : KAVYA MADHAVAN
• Composer : KAVYA MADHAVAN, TWINZ TUNES
• Artists :  JYOLSNA, K S CHITRA, KAVYA MADHAVAN, RIMI TOMY, SUCHITH SURESAN, SUJATHA MOHAN, SWETHA MOHAN, VIDHU PRATHAP

KavyaDhalangal Album Song Titles

• ENNE ARINJUVO KRISHNA
• PARAYATHE PANDE
• MAZHA MAZHA
• ORU PONVEENAYAY
• MELLE MELLE
• CHANCHAKKAM
• ERINJENTE ULLIL NEE
• EN KHALBIL

SBI Education Loans for higher education

SBI Education Loans- Providing support for higher education

SBI Student Loan scheme is based on IBA Model Education loan scheme. Under this scheme, Education Loans are granted to Indian Nationals for pursuing higher education in India and abroad where admission has been secured. All regular Degree/ Diploma courses in India which are recognized by AICTE/UGC / Other Governing Councils like IMC, INC, DGCA etc. are considered for finance under the scheme. For studies abroad, loans are extended for job oriented Professional/Technical Degree and PG Diploma courses offered by reputed Universities for Undergraduate & Post-Graduate studies like MCA, MBA, MS etc.The maximum loan amount which can be availed under the scheme is Rs. 10 lacs for studies in India and Rs. 20 lacs for studies abroad. Repayment will commence one year after completion of course or 6 months after securing a job, whichever is earlier and the loan can be repaid in 5-7 years. No processing fee/ upfront charges are taken.

• 0.50% concession for girl students
• 1% concession if the interest is serviced promptly during moratorium period

Any student who is an Indian National and has secured admission to a recognized College/ University can avail of an education loan from our Bank. The student has to approach the nearest Branch with the required documents.

Garden City College affiliated to Bangalore University

Garden City College is an internationally acclaimed Institution that has focused on student centric programmes and evolved into a higher learning centre. It was established in the year 1994. It is one of the few institutions permanently affiliated to Bangalore University. It has excelled in the field of education with the introduction of job oriented competent courses that are relevant to the industry. The host of qualitative practices with the emphasis on life is the highlightr students world over opting for GCC. The professional courses are approved by AICTE (All India Council for Technical Education), New Delhi, Govt. of India. In the wake of adopting qualitative measures it has been certified by TUV Germany as an ISO 9001:2008 Institution. The prestigious NAAC (National Assessment and Accreditation Council) an autonomous body of the UGC, Govt. of India has re-accredited the College with ‘A’ grade. Students from 72 nations and from all the States and Union Territories of India have made Garden City College heir home for knowledge.

Dr. BV RAMAN Birth Centenary Year Celebrations

The Dr. B. V. Raman Centenary Year Celebrations event will be held at the MES College Premises, Malleswaram, Bangalore 560003 in association with Prof. M. P. L. Sastry Education Foundation’s Indological Research Centre and Astrological Institutes of Karnataka  on 5th August 2012.

There will be free consultations by expert consultants. Simultaneously there also have expert scholars speak on various relevant aspects of astrology in one's life such as Sade Sathi, Kuja Dosha, Kala Sarpa Dosha, Marital Problems, Education, Marriage, Remedial Measures, Foreign Travel, etc.

Kishor Satya honored with KALACHITHRA PURASKAR 2011

The young talented Malayalam Film Actor Mr. Kishor Satya is honored with KALACHITHRA PURASKAR 2011 on 14th July 2012 at ABAD PLAZA. This has been given away along with All Kerala Achievers Conference 2012 by Global Confederation of Pravasi Malayalees, New Delhi.

NMIMS Management Aptitude Test (NMAT) 2013.

For admission to 2013-15 batch in MBA & PGDM (at Hyderabad & Bengaluru) programs, NMAT 2013 is now open for registrations. It will be conducted across 18 cities between 11-Oct. & 21- Dec. 2012. NMAT is constructed by psychometricians with global experience in test designs and is the only admission test in the country that allows applicants to submit best of three scores with no negative marking. Last year over 56000 applicants registered for NMAT, from which only 700 students were selected, thus indicating the quality of the students at NMIMS.

Aviation Studies in Hindustan Group of Institutions

The Hindustan Group of Institutions has pioneered Aviation education in India. Since 1968, the Hindustan Group of Institutions has flown from one milestone to the next, creating a niche where one never existed in aviation education. In fact, its facilities were recognized as the best aviation facilities in Asia. The high flying years have seen the Institution carve a niche where none existed in Asia and grow to become a hallmark of quality, innovation and research in aviation.

The Institution’s growth was due to its belief in providing the best quality of education that was available to their students. Another aspect that Hindustan was, and is, very firm about is the relevance of the instruction they provided. They found that the skies provided employment to more than 50,000 engineers and technicians employed in the aviation industry – airlines and organizations – worldwide.

Hindustan University has signed an MOU with Korea Aerospace University to provide summer internship to Aviation Management students at Incheon International Airport and Korean Air MRO for world class exposure. The main idea of the MoU was for faculty and student exchanges to enhance cultural knowledge and research Hindustan Group of Institutions has integrated the demands of the aviation industry and has designed specialized courses.. As India leaps into becoming one of the hottest destinations for International Aviation companies, the fundamental need is to provide hands on training and education. And this is the focus of the institution.

Management Education in India

Management courses whether at an institute or online are in demand today given the boom in the economy and the increased demand for the discerning, talented and qualified new-age managers.

Management education in India is well-developed and there are a good number of institutes offering innumerable programs to cater to the rising demand for MBA degrees. One qualifies for these institutes through common entrance exams such as, CAT and subsequent GD. While CAT scores are crucial for the IIMs and Tier 1 institutes, there are also separate exams conducted by private management institutes.

Most MBA programs in premier institutes in India, offer similar foundation course packages in the first year. Specialization, projects and internships come into play in the second year. While finance, marketing and HR courses are traditionally big draws, many B-Schools today, advertise diverse academic disciplines. The aim is to create a perfect blend of ethical and commercially-viable decision-makers and managers in an increasingly interrelated world.

Samsung SDS upgrades Network with intelligent optical mesh technology

Samsung SDS, a subsidiary of Samsung Group and information and communications technology service provider has upgraded its network with intelligent optical mesh technology. It has deployed Ciena’s intelligent packet-optical switching, packetoptical transport, carrier ethernet (CES), and ON-center management suite solutions to create its own private network.This network will connect offices and employees across multiple locations globally.

RCom Partners with Bigflix - Video Streaming services to 3G Customers

RCom partnered with Bigflix to offer streaming video services to its 3G customers in the country. This offer would allow the customers to stream and watch full length movie for a price of `30 each. The operator would not charge anything for its data usage during the movie streaming, the company said in a statement. Unlike any other video streaming service, here the consumer pays only for the content and not for the data that has been used to view this content. This service is available across the Reliance network nationally but for the best experience, 3G handset with 3G data connection is desired.

THE Corporate Debt Restructuring CDR PROCESS

The Corporate Debt Restructuring CDR system is a three-tiered one in India. The first is the CDR Standing Forum, which includes lender and borrower representatives. It lays down policies for the process. A core group of the standing forum takes policy decisions. The second tier is the Empowered Group, made of top bank executives, which decides on individual cases and ensures policy execution.  The third is the CDR Cell. It helps the other two tiers prepare detailed rehabilitation proposals. The first step in the process consists of considering the proposal, brought to the CDR Cell by the leader in the lending consortium or the company. The process takes about 30 days, and all lenders agree to the terms. Next, the CDR Cell scrutinises the proposal, which also can take 30 days. Then there is a review presented to the Empowered Group (90-180 days). The review considers financial parameters such as return on capital and debt service coverage. Once okayed, the case goes into restructuring mode.

Telenor, Alcatel-Lucent Launch Digital Content Store in Serbia

Telenor is on an agreement with Alcatel-Lucent to launch Digital Media Store (DMS) in Serbia and to deliver personalized digital content to its subscribers in Europe and Asia. The store gives customers in Serbia, an access to a wide variety of personalized digital media services such as music, applications, games, e-books, and videos. Telenor will later deploy DMS solution on a country-by-country basis. As a part of the partnership, Alcatel- Lucent’s DMS enables Telenor to provide its customers with a rich blend of services and content and more from a single cloud based ‘entertainment hub’.

Wishtel to Invest 15 crore for Designing and Manufacturing

Wishtel is planning to invest 15 crore for ramping up its design, manufacturing, and software engineering capabilities. The ramped up capacity will help in meeting growing global demands for the company’s market leading tablet products and turnkey solution services. Wishtel has already shipped over 50,000 devices and expects to reach monthly volumes of 100 thousand per month in the second half of 2012. To meet this growing demand, Wishtel is expanding the capacity of its manufacturing facilities in Mumbai and Kandla, Gujarat.

Tata Comm Launches Low Latency Network

Tata Communications has launched a low latency network which can connect major financial capitals in Asia, the UK, and the United States to offer global connectivity scalability and flexibility with ethernet technology. This network is backed by 802.1ah, Provider Backbone Bridging (PBB) technology. It enables the customers to work with a single global supplier instead of multiple country-specific point-to-point network providers.

Intex Unveils Touch Screen Phone Intex Cola

Intex is all set to tap the touch screen portfolio and it intends to target 25% of revenue in mobile business from touch screen category in FY13. Intex has launched a dual-SIM touch screen phone - Intex Cola - priced at `2,190. Intex Cola comes with features such as 6.1 cm resistive and 2.4 inch wide screen, 1.3 mega pixel camera with flash. It also comes with mobile tracker, 3.5 mm jack for
audio output, expandable memory up to 8 GB and Li-Ion 1,000 mAh battery. It is available in black and white colors.

Indian School of Business (ISB) Largest Indian B School

With the addition of a new campus in Mohali, Indian School of Business (ISB) has become the largest premier B school in the country, with an annual intake of 767 students. This academic year onwards, lectures for ISB’s postgraduate programme in management (PGP) will be delivered in both the Mohali and Hyderabad campuses. The new campus has enabled ISB to increase the intake of women students. Around 28% of the students are women, while 63 students come from families with an entrepreneurial background. The class of 2013 has also seen a rise in students from tier I and II cities.

Manipal University plans to open Campus in CHINA

Manipal University is in talks with Chinese officials in connection with its plans to open its campus in China. If the talks come to fruition, this will be the first time for an Indian university to open a campus in China. The university is exploring a tieup with Tianjin University and Shanghai’s Tongji University for assistance in training in information technology and sciences. Manipal University already has overseas campuses in Dubai, Nepal, Antigua and Malaysia.

Salman Khan’s Six Collections of his last six Movie releases

 Salman Khan’s Six Collections of his last six Movie releases

• Wanted Movie
  First week: 30,80,14,337
  Total: 57,05,00,000
   
• Main Aur Mrs Khanna Movie
  First week: 6,44,92,629
  Total: 7,76,47,500
   
• London Dreams Movie
  First week: 22,45,95,018
  Total: 36,87,45,000
   
• Veer Movie
  First week: 33,68,21,834
  Total: 47,96,75,000
  
• Dabangg Movie
  First week: 79,41,82,921
  Total: 1,40,75,00,000
   
• Ready Movie (still running)
  First week: 67,98,52,267
  Total: 32,28,69,255

Singham Hindi Movie Review Ajay Devgn Kajal Aggarwal

Singham

Producers : Reliance Entertainment
DIRECTOR: Rohit Shetty
CAST : Ajay Devgn, Kajal Aggarwal, Prakash Raj, Sudhanshu Pandey

Singham Hindi Movie Story Review

Singham is a Hindi remake of the blockbuster of the same name. Director Rohit Shetty takes a break from comedy (the Golmaal series) and goes back to the genre he began with (action thriller Zameen).

In Shivgad, a small village on the border of Maharashtra and Goa, lives honest, diligent police inspector Bajirao Singham (Ajay Devgn). He is a one-man army fighting injustice and prejudice.

A Sudden stroke of destiny sets up Singham against the most feared and powerful criminal politician in Goa, Jaykant Shikre (Prakash Raj reprising his role original). Singham’s supportive
girlfriend Kavya (Kajal Aggarwal) and the family of the late Rakesh Kadam (Sudhanshu Pandey) make him realise the urgent need to purge the system by eradicating crooks like Jaykant Shikre, who has his finger in every unsavoury pie. From drugs to kidnapping, Shikre is involved in all of
 it until Singham decides to take him on by using the law, not breaking it.

MURDER TWO Review Emraan Hashmi Jacqueline Movie

MURDER TWO

DIRECTOR: Mohit Suri
CAST : Emraan Hashmi, Jacqueline Fernandez
SPECIAL APPEARANCE: Yana Gupta

Emraan Hashmi Jacqueline Fernandez - Murder Two Movie

 
MURDER TWO Movie Story Review

Arjun Bhagwat (Emraan Hashmi) is a Goan ex-cop who earns his bread doing odd jobs. For him money is all that matters. Arjun meets Sameer, a Goan gangster whose hookers, his source of livelihood, have been disappearing. He offers Arjun a huge sum to go on their trail and bring them back.

Model Priya (Jacqueline Fernandez) falls for Arjun but is hurt about playing second fi ddle to moolah which still tops his list. Arjun discovers that the missing girls are connected by one cell number. He decides that to catch the lion one must feed him the lamb. So he chooses Reshma, a college girl who’s in the ‘business’ to feed her family, as bait. She is sent to the owner of the cellphone number, Dheeraj Pandey (Prashant Narayanan). Turns out Dheeraj is a serial killer and a eunuch to boot, or so he says. What is certain is that he is a sex addict and brutally murders women.

Arjun gets into a tiff with Dheeraj and they both land up at the police station. Dheeraj being a sociopath admits to a crime so heinous that even the police are shocked.

Now it’s all up to Arjun Bhagwat. He has one night to fi nd specific proof that will keep Dheeraj in jail. He also needs to fi nd Reshma because he begins to feel guilty about sending her as bait. Things don’t go as planned and Dheeraj struts out of the police station a free bird due to lack of evidence. Scarily, the next name on his list turns out to
be Priya.

Arjun is at his wits’ end as he scrambles to gather the loose threads and form them into a noose to nab Dheeraj.

 

Delhi Belly Review Imran Khan Shernaz Treasuryvala Movie

Delhi Belly Movie

PRODUCERS: Aamir Khan Productions, UTV Motion Pictures
DIRECTOR: Abhinay Deo
CAST : Imran Khan, Vir Das, Kunal Roy Kapoor, Shernaz Treasuryvala, Poorna

Vir Das, Imran Khan, Kunal Roy Kapoor

 Delhi Belly Movie Review
Three to tango again. This time the trio are fl atmates and buddies Tashi (Imran Khan), Arup (Vir Das) and Nitin (Kunal Roy Kapoor). Tashi is due to get married in a month but still doesn’t know if his fi ancé is ‘the one’. Arun can’t make up his mind who he wants to kill fi rst - his girlfriend who has just dumped him or his irksome boss whose idea of creativity is sketching a smiling banana. And Nitin is about to discover that eating yummy tandoori chicken from a street vendor is going to give him the worst case of Delhi Belly he’s ever known. Three regular blokes, living a regular life except for one small detail – they are on the hit list of one of the world’s deadliest crime syndicates. Will they be able to get away before the crap hits the roof and comes crashing down?

Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) in Business Class

Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) has already become an accepted concept and practice. Many business and industrial Commercial Classes (CC) are setting apart a part of their profit for various kinds of social, cultural and charitable activities Some have also established Foundations, which undertake innumerable cultural, social, educational and similar activities. It is obvious that CSR activities give CC a sense of participation in economic and social development of the country. Their public image also goes up,which indirectly helps CC in a variety of ways. They are able to attract good talent as employees and managers. Citizens trust them, and in appreciation buy their products. The Tata Group is a standing example of outstanding contribution as CSR. TIFR, TISS, IISc, Asia’s first Cancer Hospital and innumerable other R&D, cultural and educational institutions are  standing monument to the generosity of the Tata Group.

Kolkata’s Connection to Dickens

It is most likely for one to overlook the close connection Kolkata has with Dickens. The South Park Street Cemetery has a story to unravel. Lieutenant Walter Landor Dickens, Charles Dickens’s son arrived in India during the 1857 Sepoy Mutiny. He served as an officer in the British army till 1864. Upon his death, he was buried at the military cemetery. Unfortunately, Dickens received the news of his son’s death on his birthday in 1864.

The grave was brought into limelight when The New York Times published an article ‘Dickens’ soldier son’ on February 18, 1911. In 1987, a few students from Jadavpur University raised funds to move the tomb stone from the military cemetery in Bhowanipore to the South Park Street Cemetery. It was placed among the columns, cupolas and obelisks that honour some prominent Europeans who died in Kolkata.

Kerala Snake Boat Rowing in London Olympics 2012

Kerala is all set to showcase its hallmark sport ‘snake boat rowing’ in the London Olympics 2012. A team of nearly 120 men, including rowers, oarsmen and singers, will put up an elegant display in the River Thames, London on July 8, 2012 as part of a rehearsal for the inaugural ceremony of Olympics. Chundan Vallam, known to the world as Kerala snake boat, is indigenous to Kerala. Vallamkali or snake boat race is enjoyed by natives and tourists alike.

The Nehru Trophy Vallamkali held annually in Punnamada Lake near Alappuzha is the most celebrated boat race in Kerala. Keraleeyam, a cultural organisation based in Kerala, that took the initiative to organise the event in London, believes that the event will attract more tourists to this enchanting state in India.

How solar power is harnessed

Solar power is harnessed through solar photovoltaic (PV) cells. A PV cell is an electronic device that receives the sun’s light and converts it into electricity. The sun’s light frees the electrons in the PV cell; these electrons carry an electric charge as they move around in the cell. This electric charge is then passed to a battery.

Solar arrays or panels contain a series of PV cells. These panels can then be installed on the roof of a house or wherever you have a high chance of collecting sunlight. The PV cells together absorb a considerable amount of sunlight that is converted into and stored as electricity that can be used for lighting, cooking and many such household activities. The best thing about solar power is that there is no by-product that harms the environment.

India in London Olympics 2012

• India will participate in 13 sports and 55 events.
   
• The 13 sports are archery, athletics, badminton, boxing, field hockey, judo, rowing, shooting, swimming, table tennis, tennis, weightlifting and wrestling.
   
• India will send 60 male athletes and 21 female athletes to the Games.
   
• The most famous ones include Deepika Kumari (archery), Saina Nehwal (badminton), Vijender Singh (middleweight boxing), Abhinav Bindra (shooting), Leander Paes and Mahesh Bhupati (tennis) and Sushil Kumar (wrestling).

Top 10 BioSuppliers 2012 India Best BioSupplier Companies

Top 10 BioSupplier Companies 2012

The following list is the top 10 BioSupplier Companies in 2012

• Thermo Fisher Scientific
• Waters India
• Agilent Technologies
• HiMedia Laboratories
• Becton Dickenson
• Invitrogen Bioservices India
• RFCL (Avantor Performance Materials)
• Shimadzu Analytical India
• Sartorius India
• Imperial Life Sciences

Personal (desktop) NGS market

Personal (desktop) Next Generation Sequencing (NGS) market

There have been more interesting developments from the established NGS technologies such as the launch of personal benchtop NGS instruments like the new MiSeq from Illumina, which generates 2-7GB of data and is a direct challenge to Ion Torrent (10MB-1GB), as well as the Roche 454 Jr (35-40MB).

These desktop sequencers require less financial commitment and usually require only one grant to fund. In contrast, the big boxes require a massive financial commitment to purchase and operate.The best analogy would be the personal computer (PC) revolution largely replacing the need for mainframes.

Bioprocess Market growth in India

Growth in the Bioprocess Market in India

Bioreactors market is about $15-20 million. Investments, along with outsourcing activities and exports, are key drivers for growth in the bioprocess market.

Indian bioprocess sector is one of the fastest growing knowledgebased sector and is expected to play a vital role in shaping India’s rapidly developing economy. With numerous comparative advantages in terms of research and development (R&D) facilities, knowledge, skills, and cost effectiveness, the biotechnology industry in India has immense potential to emerge as a global key player.

The Indian biotech industry grew threefold in five years to report revenues of $4 billion during 2011-12, a rise of 18 percent over the previous year, according to the tenth annual survey conducted by BioSpectrum and the Association of Biotechnology-Led Enterprises (ABLE). Of this, nearly three-fifth of the total industry’s revenues is contributed by biopharma sector alone. The industry is expected to reach $10 billion mark by 2015.

Demand for UV-Vis-NIR Spectroscopy instruments in India

UV-Vis-NIR Spectroscopy instruments demand

The demand for UV-Vis-NIR Spectroscopy instruments in India is estimated at 2,000 units per annum and is valued around $18 million.

Spectroscopy is the study of interaction between matter and radiated energy. Ultraviolet-Visible (UV-Vis) spectroscopy is routinely used in analytical chemistry for the quantitative determination of different analytes such as transition metal ions, highly conjugated organic compounds and biological macromolecules. Near InfraRed (NIR) Spectroscopy is a spectroscopic method that uses the near infra red region of the electromagnetic spectrum (from around 800 nm - 2500 nm). Typical applications include pharmaceuticals, medical diagnostics, food and agrochemical quality control etc.

Today UV-Vis and UV-Vis-NIR spectrometers are used for a variety of applications. It can range from a simple purity or assay measurement to more complex applications related to biological research and material science applications. The leading manufacturers of UV-Vis and UV-Vis-NIR spectrophotometers have models ranging for the micro volume (single drop) models to the large sample size spectrophotometers for silicon wafers and flat panel displays.

The current demand for UV-Vis-NIR spectroscopy instruments in India is estimated at 2,000 units per annum and valued at $18 million. This includes a full range, from low-end visible spectrophotometers, spectrophotometers for water analysis to the high-end research based UV-Vis-NIR spectrohotometers and suppied by the Indian and imported brands. The UV spectroscopy market is expected to grow at 10 percent annually.

Microsoft’s new tab “Surface” Launch Microsoft Tablet

Microsoft’s new tab “Surface” Launch

Microsoft Corp has finally introduced its own line of tablet computers, marking a major strategic shift for the software giant in its 37-year history. The idea is clearly to take on rival Apple’s iPad and re-invent itself in a fast changing and hyper competitive technology space. Called Surface, the tablet includes a keyboard that doubles as a cover. It runs on the new Windows 8 operating system, and is scheduled to be available for the Christmas shopping season. The new software designed for Surface is the biggest overhaul of Windows in years, and features a new touch-friendly interface dubbed “Metro”. The device comes in two versions. The lighter, thinner version of the Surface tablet aimed at iPad, is built on Nvidia chip designed by ARM Holdings, and will feature Microsoft’s popular Office suite of applications. It has a 10.6 inch screen and comes in 32GB and 64GB memory sizes. The second is a heavier tablet aimed at taking on lightweight “ultrabooks”, which runs on traditional Intel chips, and comes in 64GB and 128GB models. That will be available about three months after the ARM version. The pricing details are not out yet, but Microsoft said it would be competitive. The devices will be retailed online and will be available in Microsoft’s new brick-and-mortar stores in the United States as well.

9 Reasons to choose MS Engineering College (MSEC) Bangalore

9 Reasons to choose MS Engineering College (MSEC) Bangalore

• Highly Experienced Faculty
• State-of-the-art Laboratories
• Comprehensive Library
• Industry- Academia Collaboration
• Excellent Placement Record
• Expert Personality Development Programmes
• Excellent Hostel & Transport Facilities
• Sports, Recreational & Cultural
• Activities for all-round development
• Located near Bangalore International Airport

Swagath restaurant at Hotel Janpath Connaught Place review

Swagath restaurant at Hotel Janpath, Connaught Place, is one of the best places to eat in Delhi. A restaurant-cum-bar, it has an extensive menu, with an interesting section on shakahari kebabs for vegetarians. However, it is best known for its authentic south Indian seafood. It is a fine-dining restaurant that specialises in Chettinad, Malabari and Goan delicacies. I relish the crab kuzambu. It is spicy and cooked in coconut gravy. It is a Tamilian preparation with the flavour of mint, mustard, khuskhus and curry leaves.

The 7 Joys of Life by Dr. Amit Nagpal - Review by Jeevan Nair

The book begins with a chapter on self-knowledge, which is so lacking in the modern society. We are so busy learning about objects and other people; we forget to make an attempt to know ourselves. We do not know our innermost desires, our deepest passions and what gives us intense joy or grief. We are not aware of the working of our mind and emotions. Often we don't like the way we are headed, yet we refuse to do what is required-going within. We rather search for answers here and there, not even aware of the treasure called human soul.

The best thing about the book is that it simplifies the complex concepts of spirituality and makes personal growth and meditation appear joyful to the reader. The 18 contributions from 6 countries across 4 continents add to the spice and flavor. The drawback in my view is that most of the contributions are from western part of the world and more contributions from eastern part could have provided a more balance and richness to the book.

Credits : Jeevan Nair, Author and Formerly Principal, Correspondent-Hindustan Times

Careers in Information Security and Ethical Hacking List

The following are the list of careers offered in in Information Security and Ethical Hacking.

• Network Security Systems Manager
• Network Security Systems Administrator
• Network Security Engineer
• Systems/Applications Security Executive
• Web Security Administrator
• Web Security Manager
• Security Auditor
• Ethical Hacker
• Data Security Specialist
• Chief Information Security Officer

Amir Khan Satyamev Jayate on Apps

Amir Khan’s latest television show - Satyamev Jayate is now available on an app. Available on iTunes, the app enables streaming songs and videos. One can also share these with friends and communities on a click of a button and follow the official Satyamev Jayate twitter timeline. With every episode, the app is also updated with the new song and video released on that episode. It is currently available on itunes. It
comes with original songs and videos at $1.99.

PORTRONICS LIMEBOX Technical Specifications

PORTRONICS LIMEBOX

The LimeBox smart TV box is what you need to buy if you find yourself stuck with a brand new TV that is dumb in all sense of the term. This Android-based box can make your TV smart and also link it to the Internet. It is easy to set up and needs no special skills. Setting up a wi-fi on this device is also easy. The interface is clean and easy to navigate and it has the usual Google apps like Search, Gmail and Skype. LimeBox plays any video and audio format thorough the USB . The only problem we faced was that it cannot remember the last played point of a video unless you add a bookmark. Plus, the device does not do much to increase the sound, especially if you are playing an HD file. The Internet TV section has YouTube and Metacafe apps (you can add more from Google Play). You will need a wireless keyboard to do anything serious on the browser. The remote does not have any alphabet keys and we could not find a virtual keyboard either. The games tab has angry birds, fruit ninja and fishing water already installed, but we could not play them using the remote.

LIMEBOX Technical Specifications

• Android 2.3
• 1.2 GHz Rockchip Processor
• DDR3 512MB
• 4GB NAND Flash
• Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n
• USB
• SD card reader
• HDMI
• DLNA

Reviews about Nikon D800, Sony W690, Canon 1100D Cameras

Nikon D800
The DSLR with the most megapixels in the world (36.3 MP) has the potential to change photography and HD videography forever. The camera has an improved 51-point auto focus system which ensures that every pixel in the image is sharp and crisp even in low light. With the shutter speed range of 30 seconds to 1/8000 and the maximum ISO range of 6400 ‘monumental images’would not be a problem with this camera.

Sony W690
The point-and-shoot features a 16.1 MP digital camera, 10 x optical zoom and has a gyro sensor onboard. The camera offers four picture effect modes, 360 degree sweep panorama, optical steady shot and intelligent auto mode packed into a small body. Now that is handy.

Canon 1100D
The Canon 1100D is a perfect DSLR camera for those who wish to try their hand at photography while looking beyond the pocket camera. It has got a 12.2 megapixel APS-C Size CMOS sensor and captures both RAW and JPEG images. The camera has a 2.7 inch display to view pictures and comes with a EF S18-55 IS II kit lens.

Nokia Bluetooth Stereo Headset BH 221 Review

Review about Nokia Bluetooth Stereo Headset BH 221

This unit can instantly connect with the smartphone using NFC or Bluetooth connectivity. Available in bold colours, the BH221 has an OLED display to display the caller ID, song title, radio station, etc. Used with the phones for calling and music, it also has an inbuilt FM radio. Nokia promises a music playback time of up to seven hours.

USHA HONEYWELL COOLER Features

USHA HONEYWELL COOLER

Usha International has launched a range of internationally designed evaporative room air coolers in collaboration with Honeywell International Inc. In 15, 25, 40 and 55 litre-water tank capacities, the coolers maximise cooling efficiency, utilizing a honeycomb design cooling medium in place of wood wool pads used in conventional room coolers. All models can run on inverters, and specified models come with LCD display and remote control.

BMW MINI COOPER Features and Specifications

BMW MINI COOPER

The world’s most popular premium small car has rolled into town. BMW’s legendary Mini Cooper Hatch, Convertible and Countryman are now available in India through dealerships in New Delhi and Mumbai. The modern Mini is as agile as it is fashionable, all with a focus on premium quality. The Convertible, meanwhile, blends the brand’s hallmark attributes with the refreshing feeling of openair motoring. The Countryman is the only four-door Mini and features a large tailgate and a variable- use interior capable of accommodating up to five people. Despite being the first Mini with a body over four metres in length, its advanced chassis technology and Electric Power Steering ensure the ‘Go-kart’ driving experience is preserved.

ENVENT 2.1 WOOD SPEAKERS Review Online

ENVENT 2.1 WOOD SPEAKERS - Ideal for soft music

In the 2.1 Wood Speaker, the woofer is made of wood. Envent says the satellite speakers are in a wooden casing, though it is not visible outside.

This stylishly designed set of speakers will fit easily with any PC set and take up very little space on the desktop. The really standout design element for us was the LED light on the volume dial which adds a new dimension to the speakers. However, at times you can get disappointed with the flimsy feel of the speakers, for instance with the cheaplooking pins.

The sound is soft and has a full bass without having any extra controls for the same. In other words, this is not something you should buy if your main purpose in life is to make life hell for your neighbour. But the set is ideal if you like to hear country songs
and blues. And, of course, movies. There is a on/off button at the back of the unit, which we thought would have been better at the sides or incorporated into the volume dial. The volume dial is smooth and increases volume without any of the noise you usually associate with 2.1 speakers.

LOGITECH MINI BOOMBOX Review Online

LOGITECH MINI BOOMBOX with good hardware, quality sound, unreasonable price

The Mini Boombox is so compact and lightweight that it can be easily carried in a handbag. The music controls are placed on the top with a mini-USB port for charging, auxiliary port and an on/off key at the back. Once charged, you can enjoy a wirefree music experience for up to nine hours. Designed to boost the sound of smartphones, tablets and laptops, it seamlessly paired with our iPod Touch. The sound output was loud, a bit of a surprise considering the size of the unit. At full volume, the sound is clear, making this an ideal speaker for a terrace or a garden party.

The Mini Boombox also has an inbuilt mic that can be used for answering the calls when paired with a phone. With an incoming call, the music is automatically muted.

HOW TO KEEP YOUR PHONE SAFE

When mobile phones were used only for calls and text messages, the only fear we had was about losing the phone and contacts. But as more and more features are being added to smartphones, there is a lot more confidential data at risk. And it is not only hackers who are eying your smartphones for sensitive data, there are also others spying on you. Here are some tips to help you in keep your smartphone safe:

Don’t ever leave your phone unattended, especially at public places. Letting it lie in the open gives others an opportunity to access your data. Always carry your phone in the pocket or in the handbag.

Even if you don’t have any sensitive data on your phone, password protection is a must. While in Apple iPhone, BlackBerry and Windows Phone, you can have PIN password, Google’s Android smartphone offers you a host of options—PIN, pattern, face, face and voice recognition (depending on the handset and OS version). Never use your name, birth date, address, car number plate, etc, as the password. In certain devices, there is the option to wipe the phone clean after a defined number of wrong password attempts.

Recently there have been reports about malware attacks targeted at Android phones. This indicates that you should actually consider installing an antivirus software that will scan each and every document, image, web links and even apps and keep the phone protected from unwanted virus attacks. Most of the antivirus softwareavailable on the App Stores are paid ones and offer full protection. Some software also have the option of a remote wipe to remove all data in case the phone is lost.

HOW TO BE SAFE ON SOCIAL NETWORKING WEBSITE

Norton from Symantec recommends the following for users’ safety online:

• DON’T talk to, or accept friend invitations from unknown senders on social networks, IM, online forums.
• DON’T post your home address, phone number, pictures or other personal details about yourself on public sites—the information you post will live on these sites forever and can also make you an easier target for creeps and bad guys.
• DO make sure you have a strong password (See “How to set a safe password”)
• DO create groups of friends, relatives or other special sub-groups of friends on these social networking platforms and share photos, video and comments to the restricted group.
• DO limit the access to your profile from search options and make sure you remove unwanted applications or limit their access to your information.
• DO make sure you select the most secure (i.e. https) settings whenever they are offered, and notifications of account access from new devices.
• DO maintain an up-to-date browser and OS. Browsers and OS usually improve their security settings and you can benefit from it by updating to the latest ones. Not updating can leave you vulnerable to attacks and could lead to private information being lost or stolen.
• DO use free online tools such as Norton Safe Web Lite which warns of dangerous websites right in your search results.

Make GOOGLE DRIVE in PC, Android tablets, Smartphone

Google Drive, the new software-cum-service lets you store, access and sync 5GB of files not just online, but also offline. So you can keep them just about anywhere, across multiple computing devices. Be it your office or home PC, Mac, laptop, mobile device - or even online on someone else’s PC. All auto-synced to the most recent version. For a more detail overview, head to https://drive.google.com .

To get going, login to your Gmail or Google account. If you don’t have an account, you’ll have to create one to use Google Drive. Incidentally, Google is providing the Drive feature to account holders in a phased manner. You can check your Google Drive access status at http://drive.google.com/start.

If you have been granted access, go ahead and install the Google Drive for your Mac/PC application by clicking on the Download Google Drive link that you’ll find in the left column of the screen. Copy or move some files into Google Drive. And then once you’ve installed the application on some other devices you’ll see how simple it is to keep data accessible and up-to-date everywhere. You can make changes to a file on a computer, mobile device or the web and find the changed reflected wherever Google Drive is installed. And why just talk of working alone.

Google Drive makes sharing files and collaborative working also much simpler. For example, instead of uploading and attaching files to your mail, you can simply share a file that’s in your Google Drive. You can also install the Google Drive app on your Android tablets and smartphone. An iPad and iPhone/ iPod app of Drive is in the offing.

MAKING GOOGLE DRIVE A DEFAULT DOCUMENTS FOLDER

To make this really effective and ease your workflow, it is best to make Google Drive your default documents folder. This way, whatever documents you are working on automatically get saved to
the Drive.

To make Google Drive your prime save location for all new documents, rightclick on your Windows Documents folder and choose Properties. Select Include a folder… and then find your way to your Google Drive folder. Here, select Google Drive from the list and click on Set save location followed by Apply.

ADD CHROME APPS TO GOOGLE DRIVE

To add garnish to the Google Drive dish, it has launched with support as many as 18 useful third party apps. These range from photo editing to graphical calculations to mind mapping to floor planning to faxing and more. This in effect means that you are not constrained to using Google’s word processor, spreadsheet editor, and presentation app and can deploy web apps developed by other companies within Drive as well. Apart from Chrome, you can also install them on Opera and Firefox.

To get a handle on these free apps, go to: 

https://chrome.google.com/webstore/category/collection/drive_apps

If you want, you can make an the default for its is compatible file type. So, for example, you can have the Chrome app, Pixlr Editor to open all JPEG files in Google Drive. For this, go the Settings menu and select Manage apps. Here, tick the check box next to “Make [App Name] the default for files it can open” and hit Done.

Dr. C.V. Raman University CVRU by AISECT Chhattisgarh

Dr. C.V. Raman University CVRU

The Dr. C.V. Raman University  CVRU, established by India’s most reputed Education and Training Group - AISECT in 2006, in Chhattisgarh, in the tribal area of Kota-Bilaspur, has transformed the region’s access to higher education. Students need not travel out of the state for quality industry-oriented education. For the first time the tribal region has a premium institute at par with global standards of both education and infrastructure.

The organisation, AISECT in the past 27 years has grown, in terms of providing focussed education and employment as well as taking other initiatives aimed at empowering the people of rural India. With the establishment of CVRU, AISECT took its first step into the area of providing formal education.

The emphasis of the courses now lies in evolving the skills and craftsmanship needed to meet the higher degree of knowledge and excellence required in the professional world. The University focuses on Science and Technology Education and runs Bachelor of Engineering (B.E) programmes in Electronics and Communication, Computer Science, Information Technology and Electrical and Electronics Engineering approved by AICTE. Considering local demands, the University has also set up the Faculty of Education which conducts B.Ed., B.P.Ed. and M.Ed. programmes approved by NCTE.

In a short span of six years, CVRU has succeeded in carving a niche for itself. The University has gained a lot of goodwill on account of continuous emphasis on academic excellence and the successful placement of its students in some of the top companies in India.

MERCEDES BENZ M-CLASS CDI SPECIFICATIONS

MERCEDES BENZ M-CLASS CDI

The German automaker has introduced the M-Class Luxury SUV in India. While the company claims it has bettered all previous benchmarks set in terms of engine and suspension quality, the offering that makes headlines is the ‘attention assist system’ that keeps the driver alert on long drives. Starting at Rs.66 lakh (on-road, Delhi; ML 350 CDI), we could take this as yet another declaration from Merc that it desires to go the quality way, Indian roads or not.

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

• 3.5 litre V6 engine generating 302 bhp
• Attention assist for long drives
• Airmatic Air suspension & designo leather interiors

ASUS G75VW NOTEBOOK TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

ASUS G75VW NOTEBOOK

An enlarged touchpad, a full-HD nonglare 3D Panel, loaded with ASUS proprietary SonicMaster sound technology to provide you a life enhancing gaming experience... and many more features that are different from offerings that are widely available in the market. The gadget’s core design concept (called ‘Premium Perception’) is made to deliver the ultimate computing experience to games, music lovers and facebookers alike! The G75VW model is worth the price tag.

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

• 17.3” Full HD non-glare 3D Panel Windows7
• Intel Core i7-3610QM Quad Core
• 16GB RAM with Blu Ray Comb drive