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Hindi Language Week: Community urged to
participate in government’s education conversations
¡¡ SANDEEP SINGH
T
he celebrations for the Hindi Language
Week organised by the Hindi Language
and Culture Trust kick-started with a
colourful cultural programme in Papatoetoe
High School on Friday, September 7, and
a plea by Minister for Ethnic Communities
to participate in government’s education
consultation.
The Minister for Ethnic Communities, and
Associate Minister for Education, Jenny Salesa
speaking on occasion urged all ethnic migrant
communities, and in particular, the Indian
community to engage with the government’s
currently ongoing education consultation
wherein views of ethnic communities are
being sought to improve New Zealand
education system.
“I am here not only as your local MP but
also as Minister for Ethnic Communities and
Associate Minister for Education.
“In May this year, the Education Minister
Chris Hipkins has launched Kōrero Mātauranga
- Education Conversation.
“The first summit was held in Christchurch
and the second one was held in Auckland.
“There is also an online survey which is
still open.
“It’s my plea to all students, parents,
guardians, teachers, and especially those
who want to see more Hindi language in NZ
curriculum to please participate in the survey.
“When we had those two summits earlier
this year then we had a very few online
submissions from both the Chinese and the
Indian community.
“I had made a commitment to myself and the
Minister for Education that as the Minister for
Ethnic Communities I will be going more often
to talk to our ethnic communities and engage in
conversations around education.
“One such education consultation will be
held tomorrow [Sunday, September 9] at
Wesley Community Centre, Sandringham and
I invite you all to come along and share your
views on how should we shape the future of
education in Aotearoa,” Ms Salesa said.
The other dignitaries who attended the
event were National Party MP Kanwaljit
Singh Bakshi, Labour Party MP Priyanca
Radhakrishnan, Judge AjitSwaran Singh,
President New Zealand Indian Central
Association, Bhikhu Bhana, members
of Fire service and New Zealand Police,
representatives of Fiji Girmit Foundation
New Zealand, Waitakere Hindi School, and
Telangana Association of New Zealand.
Colourful Cultural Programme
T
he cultural evening of Hindi Language
week celebrations was full of colourful
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“The core objective of the celebration is to
bring awareness for the importance of learning
and teaching of Hindi language.
“This year for the first time since we began
our celebrations, Hindi Language found a
mention in the Education Gazette of New
Zealand,” Mr Dutt Said.
The Education Gazette –Tukutuku Kōrero–
is produced by the Ministry of Education
for teachers, leaders and other education
professionals working in New Zealand.
On August 27, the Education Gazette editors
brought out a story Bringing mahi tahi into
Hindi Language Week which showcased
how a local school in Auckland, Royal Oak
and energetic performances from the school
Intermediate, is promoting Hindi language
going children. There were dances on popular
week celebrations.
Bollywood numbers, skits, and speeches which
“Hindi Language Week is one of many
entertained the captive audience.
opportunities schools have, to celebrate
The play, the speeches, and other
diversity. For Royal Oak Intermediate, it is also
performances were delivered in Hindi language
and reflected the Indian culture – the two a chance to further explore their schoolwide
primary objectives of the Hindi Language and
theme for the year,” the story in education
Culture Trust’s activities.
gazette said.
Toward the end of the event, dinner was
“The school’s theme for this year is mahi tahi,
served to all guests and members of the public
or working together as one. One of the ways in
attending the event.
which students are exploring this concept is by
Hindi Language Week learning about the different cultures within their
celebrations – A work in progress school and about different languages spoken by
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members of their school community,” the story
eanwhile speaking on the occasion the
in education gazette further added.
Satya Dutt, President, Hindi Language
Meanwhile, Mr Dutt also sought feedback
and Culture Trust reiterated that the celebration
of Hindi Language Week was a work from those attending the event about the dates of
in progress. next year’s Hindi language week celebrations,
“We had started this celebration in Aotearoa as the current dates also coincide with two other
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Global Peace March to Chance for ethnic communities to get

celebrate 150th birth
anniversary of Mahatma
their views heard on NZ education
¡¡ SANDEEP SINGH
Gandhi
T
he Minister of Ethnic Communities

T
he High and Associate Minister for Education
Jenny Salesa is hosting a series
of education conversations in Auckland
Commission as part of an initiative launched earlier
of India in by the Education Minister Chris Hipkins
New Zealand for shaping the future of education in
is inviting the New Zealand.
community to The first of the three conversations
participate in the proposed in Auckland was held at theWesley
‘Global March Community Centre, Sandringham, on
for Peace’ walk Saturday, September 8, with the next
on Sunday, two consultations scheduled in Flat
September 30 in Bush and North Shore in the month
Auckland. of September.
This walk is This is a chance for members of ethnic
to commemorate communities who wish their views to be
the 150th birth heard in the shaping of NZ education.
anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi and will be observed A flyer from the office of Associate
by Indians all over the world. The purpose of this Minister for Education said, “Jenny Salesa
march is to highlight Mahatma Gandhi’s philosophy of invites you to participate in these national
Peace and Non-Violence. conversations about building not just a better
The United Nations has declared October 2, education system, but the world’s best.
the actual birth date of Mahatma Gandhi as the “We invite you to contribute your ideas
International Day of Non-Violence and as an initiative and opinions about how we can build a
to spread the message of the immortal soul, this march better education system in Aotearoa New
is organised across the globe. Zealand.”
The Global Peace March will start at 10 a.m. on Earlier, the first of the conversations was
Sunday, September 30 from 80 Queen Street, next well received with an enthusiastic audience
different groups followed by brainstorming Tuesday, September 25, 2018
to BNZ Bank and reach Aotea Centre by 10:20 a.m. of more than eighty that turned up on a
on the ideas for shaping the future of education
which will be followed by a brief program. People are pleasant Saturday evening to make their Time – 6.00 – 8.00 pm
in NZ.
asked to report to the starting point at 9:45 a.m. voices heard. Venue – To be confirmed
The session was divided into two parts The next two education conversations
Members from all the communities are invited Members of public are encouraged
with the first dedicated to general speeches are scheduled as:
to participate in Global Peace March, and anyone to RSVP (acceptances only) by 5pm,
planning to carry placards and banners supporting the from Minister Salesa and officials from Friday, September 14, 2018, Monday 10 September by email to ethnic.
cause is welcomed. the Ministry of Education explaining the Time - 6.00pm – 8.00pm communities@dia.govt.nz. If an interpreter
This initiative can be spread on social media by rationale behind such forums.
Venue - Ormiston Junior College is required then please email prior to the
putting the hashtag #Bapuat150. The second part was a more interactive
Auditorium, 285 Ormiston Rd, event at ethnic.communities@dia.govt.nz
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Chance for youngster to be Youth

MP for Kanwaljit Singh Bakshi
¡¡ SANDEEP SINGH

N
ational Party List MP for Manukau
East Kanwaljit Singh Bakshi is
looking for a Youth MP to represent
him in 2019.
This was revealed in a press release from Mr
Bakshi’s office Tuesday, September 11, seeking
interest from a deserving candidate from
the community. 
“Would you like to be my list Youth MP for
2019? I am looking for an exceptional young
person to be the National List Youth MP,” the
press release said. 
Youth Parliament will be held on July 16
- 17, 2019 in Wellington and the Ministry
of Youth Development will cover the costs
including travel, accommodation and meals in
Wellington. 
This triennial event gives young people the
opportunity to understand and be a part of the
Parliamentary process. 
Mr Bakshi said that he is looking for
an exceptional young person to be the National
List Youth MP. 
 If you are:
• Aged 16 – 18 years old (inclusive) on 
19 October 2018 Mr Bakshi is encouraging all interested
• Active in the community applicants to contact his office  with a letter
• Able to attend Youth Parliament on 16 and or email setting out why you would be a great
17 July 2019 and commit to the Youth MP National List Youth MP and your thoughts on
tenure, from 1 March to 31 August 2019 the most important thing that parliament should
• Are passionate about youth issues, politics do to help young people
and/or social change Applications must be received in Mr
• Representative of the diversity of New Bakshi’s office at 1/131 Kolmar Road,
Zealand’s youth population Papatoetoe, Auckland or via email at Bakshi.
• And are able to seek the views, opinions and mp@parliament.govt.nz. 
ideas of their peers and represent them at If  any questions please contact his office
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Communities across the country
celebrate Ganesh Chaturthi
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G
anesh Chaturthi is one of the
major religious festivals of
Hindu community. It is a 10-
day long festival that ends on Ananta
Chaturdashi.
Temples across the country
have scheduled a special puja and
celebratory event to observe the
Ganesha Chaturthi. Some of the
temples have set five to ten days
special programmes and puja for
the community, especially during
the weekends and on evenings to
observe the joyous occasion.
Sri Ganesha Temple Group
in Christchurch has organised a
special puja on Saturday, September
15 to commemorate the day. The
programme will start at 9:30 a.m.
until 3 p.m. at the Templeton
Community Centre on 64 Kirk
Road, Templeton, Christchurch.
A small group of community
members in Christchurch have been
working together to establish the
first Hindu temple in the city.
“The vision to have a temple is
to unite the disparate communities
within the Hindu religion and
provide a common place for
worship; learn and teach ourselves
and our children about the Hindu
religion and to transcend boundaries
that pose as barriers with the various
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languages/dialects and celebrate our
festivals together as a big family,”
spokesperson from the temple group
said.
“As part of our fundraising efforts
(building), we will be offering 100
Yantras sourced from India for
a minimum price of $51. Upon
booking by completing a form and
paying $51, the Yantras will be
energised and blessed by a Pandit
and delivered to the devotees on the
Chaturthi day,” he added.
The temple will provide the
congenial atmosphere that is ideal
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for people to meditate upon their
chosen deities in an everlasting place
of worship for future generations
to understand Hinduism and the
Sanathan Dharma. This Temple will
also promote religious, moral, and
spiritual growth for children and
adults based on Hindu Scriptures
by celebrating Hindu Traditions and
preserving Indian Culture.
The Radha Krishna Temple on
145 New North Road, Eden Terrace
(Mahatma Gandhi Centre) also
hosted a special puja led by Acharya
Friday, September 14, 2018
Shri Dr Devrambhai Raval who
will also deliver the Ganesh Chaitra
Katha from Friday, September 14
until Sunday, September 16, 7:30
p.m. onwards.
Bhartiya Mandir on Balmoral
Road has organised a ten-day special
puja and programme celebrating
Ganesh Chaturthi. The temple will
host Saamuhik Aarti, Bhajan and
Satsang every day starting Thursday,
September 13 from 7:30 p.m. until
Saturday, September 22. The temple
has also organised a special Ganesh
Visarjan (Immersion) Yatra on
Sunday, September 23 to the ferry
terminal where bhajan kirtan will be
done by Bhartiya Mandir and Art of
Living group.
Auckland Council's
Guidelines on Ganesh
Visarjan (Immersion)
A
uckland Council has worked
with the Hindu Council to
develop recommendations on
how Ganesha idols and cultural
offerings can be immersed in
an eco-friendly manner. These
contemporary methods adapt to a
world of idols made out of inorganic
non-biodegradable material but
still complete the ritual. The same
idol can be worshipped again in the
following year.
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“As a board, we will continue to
balance the needs of our community
with our responsibility towards the
environment and our commitment
towards our bi-cultural heritage,”
Vinod Kumar, President of the Hindu
Council said in a media release.
Immersion in flowing
water, lakes or seas
I
dols made from a non-
biodegradable material like
plastic, plaster of paris or metal, can
be simply dipped in the sea and then
removed, rather than being set adrift,
which would see the idols flow back
to land and create pollution.
As per this practice, the main idol
made of metal or any other non-
biodegradable material need not be
immersed. A small figurine made of
turmeric or clay kept alongside the
main idol throughout the festival
can be immersed and set out to sea
instead.
Immersion at home
I
mmerse idols at home into a large
drum of water.
Idols can also be buried in your
garden if there is no natural water
body nearby. Items should only be
buried in approved areas, such as
in memorial gardens or on private
property.
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Celebrating Kiwi-Indian women in
the 125 anniversary year of Suffrage
¡¡ SANDEEP SINGH
th
T
he year 2018 marks the 125th
anniversary of women’s suffrage in
New Zealand. On September 19, 1893,
the Electoral Act 1893 was passed, giving all
women in New Zealand the right to vote. As a
result of this landmark legislation, New Zealand
became the first self-governing country in the
world in which all women had the right to vote
in parliamentary elections. In retrospect, the
fact that in most other democracies, including
Britain and the United States, women did not
win the right to vote until after the First World
War – is a source of immense pride. In fact
New Zealand’s world leadership in women’s
suffrage has become a central part of our image
as a trail-blazing social laboratory. However,
the achievement of suffrage rights for women
had not happened overnight. The achievement
was the result of years of effort by suffrage
campaigners, led by Kate Sheppard.
It is important to understand that the
suffrage movement was shaped by two main
themes: equal political rights for women and a
determination to use them for the wider moral
reform of the Kiwi society. There is an absolute
unanimity that the women’s suffrage had been
both – an agent and the product – of the positive
social change for women.
Ever since Kiwi women won the right to
vote, and subsequently stand for the New
Zealand parliament elections, the country has
taken tremendous strides in the progression of
the overall civic engagement and participation
in the national life. Such are the strides taken by
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our nation that in 2018 when we celebrate the
125th anniversary of women suffrage, we have
a woman Prime Minister who has successfully
delivered a baby while being in the office.
Indeed this year NZ has demolished another
barrier and perceived limitation attributed to
women’s ability to perform and lead the most
important offices of the country.
This year the entire nation is coming
together to celebrate the historic occasion
through a number of commemorative events,
publications and activities. Branding, social
media and web platforms are being developed
to facilitate connections and establish a
national programme of events to celebrate this
significant anniversary.
The achievement
of suffrage rights
for women had not
happened overnight.
The achievement was
the result of years
of effort by suffrage
campaigners, led by
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It would be perfectly befitting to put a special
focus on celebrating the spirit, the courage,
and the essence of our Kiwi-Indian women
in this issue. For being a Kiwi-Indian woman
– a woman in an ethnic minority migrant
community, which is trying to find its feet in a
new country – the challenges and the limitations
imposed, are enormous.
The stories of the women in our communities
are always extraordinary as it reflects the
incredible journey that our women have to take
in their everyday endeavours to be successful
in whatever they do, either for a living or just
for being responsible members of the society.
However, in this issue, we are choosing to
celebrate a few game-changing individuals
who are doing extraordinary things to create
positive social change for women and New
Zealand. The intention is to present their
incredible stories of endurance, their trysts with
equality issues, and their eventual success in
overcoming those challenges around equality
issues, which continues to restrict access to
opportunities, despite our collective efforts –
and inspire others.
The list of Kiwi-Indian women portrayed in
this special issue, neither claims to be exhaustive
nor selective in any manner conveying any
particular preference, rather there is complete
acknowledgement that the list is just a tip of
the iceberg when it comes to celebrating the
Kiwi-Indian women. The intention is to inspire
many others who are going through their own
respective journeys of pursuit of success.
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Beyond Bollywood dance

show gets rave reviews
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O
n Saturday, September 1 and Sunday,
September 2, members of the Monisha
Kumar Dance Company and guest
performers Slinky Aya, Radhika Rana and
Nuzhar Begum performed their two sold-out
free show called ‘Beyond Bollywood’ at two
prestige Performing Arts venues in Auckland
Town Hall and Bruce Mason Auditorium.
The group has achiever several choreographic
successes including two awards with Viva
La Bollywood at Tempo New Zealand Dance
Festival, TAPAC (2009), Colours of India,
Tempo, New Zealand Dance Festival Q Theatre
(2012), Tempo 10th Anniversary Gala, Namaste
Aotearoa for Tales of Tamaki at Auckland
Museum (2015) including a special mention in
the Encyclopaedia of New Zealand.
“It was no surprise that out of all dance The Monisha Kumar Dance Company was and Bhangra to Modern Hip Hop, Jazz, Auckland Town Hall, The Civic, Bruce Mason
schools and companies in New Zealand, established in 2006 to preserve Indian dance Contemporary, Jazz Funk and Acro. Centre and Queens Wharf are their stages
Monisha Kumar Dance Company (formerly and heritage in New Zealand. Popular with About Auckland Live: for presenting a programme of live arts and

known as Monisha School of Dance) caught
the eye of Pure New Zealand with our unique
Maori Fusion Dance at Auckland City Diwali
and getting a special visit from Bollywood
actor Sidharth Malhotra in 2017 to especially
see this dance which featured in the NZ Herald
in 2008 and 2009,” says founder of the dance
company Monisha Kumar.
The group’s performance became a popular
choice to reflect Bollywood dance in New
Zealand for Auckland Live celebrating 10 Years
in New Zealand’s Pick and Mix programme
showcasing the popular dance style which has
taken New Zealand by storm; the show was
conceptualised and produced by Auckland’s
leading Indian Award-winning versatile dance
choreographer, Monisha Kumar.
Kiwis from all walks of life, the company
proved that creative people could successfully
enhance and unite communities through the joy
of performance and dance.
The cast consisting of Monisha Kumar along
with talented Anushree Sen Gupta, Nuzhar
Begum, Aya Al-Chalabi, Ali Al-Chalabi,
Trisha Kumar, Anshu Kumar, Rishika Aneja,
Razia Nisha, Rizma Pradhan, Hotanya Ragtah,
Dhanajay Sharma, Ambalika Dube, Bhaveesha
Kristel Chandra, Vayeshali Nandani, Vinamrata
Roopali Nandini, Tanoshrie Dixit, Ronika
Kumar, Shwetha Shetty and Radhika Rana
put on a colourful kaleidoscope ranging from
classical Kathak, Bharatnatyam, Oddissi to
Folk dances such as Ghoomar, Garba, Lavani
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By special invitation, Monisha Kumar is
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Is this what NZ
Businesses need?
Kanwaljit Singh Bakshi
National Party List MP
I Accounting and Taxes
have written earlier about the uncertainty
small and medium sized New Zealand
businesses face under the change proposed
by this Labour led coalition.
The Employment Relations Amendment
Bill is this Labour led coalition Governments
biggest economic mistake.
That is why the New Zealand National Party
will repel it once it returns back to Government.
The New Zealand National Party opposes
both the ideological basis of this Bill and the
specific legislative changes contained in it that
will destabilise the New Zealand industrial
relations landscape. As a result, the Bill reported
back to the House includes our dissenting view
as a Minority Report.
The total impact of changes to workplace
relations in this Bill will choke economic
growth, further hurt business confidence, stifle
job opportunities for vulnerable employees,
return us to 1970s-style adversarial union
activity and be bad for employees and
employers.
FOLLOW
Jag Sidhu
Director, M.Com, GCwNZIA
Immigration Matters NZ Ltd
Licensed Immigration Adviser No. 201400260
NEW ZEALAND 9
The Bill is once again like other Labour
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reinforces the political, historic and financial
relationships between the Union movement and
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BusinessNZ have termed the Bill as ‘harmful
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KiwiBuild in action: Re-igniting dream of

buying 3-bedroom house in Auckland for $579,000
¡¡ SANDEEP SINGH

H
ousing and Urban Development
Minister Phil Twyford is re-igniting, if
not restoring yet, the dream of buying
3-bedroom house in Auckland as first home for
a paltry $579,000.
Yes – $579,000 for 3-bedroom house is a
paltry amount in the current scenario, where
Auckland’s average price for a three bedroom
house is $920, 234, according to an update on
the website of Barfoot & Thompson.
While that average price mentioned on
Barfoot & Thompson website does not
accurately reflect the pricing for houses for
first home buyers, what it does effectively
is rationalise the expectations of many first
home buyers, who start looking at something
more modest in outer or the lesser-sought-after
suburbs in Auckland.
However, buying a 3-bedroom first-home
in Auckland for $579,000 is still a dream that
is being kindled by Phil Twyford’s recent
KiwiBuild announcements.
KiwiBuild is the government’s ambitious expectations, arguing that 100,000 houses for standalone homes in a new family friendly
community,” Prime Minister Jacinda
programme that aims to deliver 100,000 modest $2bn amounts to a ratio of $20,000 for a house.
Ardern said.
starter homes for first home-buyers over the However, till the time it is proven beyond
“These first houses represent the first step
next decade for $2 billion. Around 50,000 of doubt, either way, there is no denial of the fact
in restoring the dream of home ownership for
these homes will be in Auckland. that KiwiBuild announce-ments are kindling
families priced out of the market in Auckland
The main opposition National Party criticises some dreams, especially of being able to buy a
and around the country,” Mr Twyford said.
KiwiBuild for being a scam with unrealistic 3-bedroom first home for $579,000.
Housing Mt Roskill development plan
and Urban
Development
Minister Phil
E arlier, Housing Minister Mr Twyford was
joined by Mayor Phil Goff and Mt Roskill
MP Michael Wood on Sunday, September 9
Twyford has to announce a major development plan in Mt
put his foot on
Roskill that promises to deliver 10,000 houses
accelerator on
in the next 10 years.
KiwiBuild –
This Roskill housing development project is
an ambitious
worth $4 billion and would progress alongside
programme of
KiwiBuild and the Auckland Housing
government
Programme (ALP). The project envisages being
that aims
to deliver similar in scale to the Māngere development,
1 0 0 , 0 0 0 spread across 143 hectare area and will be built
modest starter over the next 10-15 years.
homes for first “This redevelopment will include more than
home buyers 2,400 modest, affordable KiwiBuild homes for
over the next first-home buyers, around 3,000 market homes,
decade – with and more than 3,000 new state homes,” Mr
three major Twyford said.
announce- However, these 10,000 new homes will
ments this replace about 3,000 existing homes, so bringing
week. about 7000 new houses in the market.
Ballot The Minister is hopeful that the proposed
light rail line between the CBD and the airport
for first
would further increase the attractiveness of
KiwiBuild
more intensive developments in the area.
homes
opened First KiwiBuild development off

T h e the plans in Onehunga

Government
has opened
T he first buying off plans – an initiative
which involves the
underwriting or purchasing new homes
government
the ballot for
the first block off the plans that the private sector are
of KiwiBuild making anyways – was inaugurated by the
homes on Housing Minister in Onehunga on Thursday,
M o n d a y, September 13.
September 10. According to this plan, 25 stylish apartments
The first
in Onehunga which include six studio
18 KiwiBuild
homes, 12 apartments priced from $380,000, 12 one-
three-bedroom bedroom apartments priced from $490,000,
and six four- and seven two-bedroom apartments priced at
b e d r o o m $600,000, would be made available to eligible
h o m e s , Kiwibuild buyers.
will sell for
$579,000 and The ballots for these houses are
$649,000 at opening next week.

O
the McLennan nly eligible, pre-qualified buyers can
development
enter the ballots for these apartments,
in Papakura.
and if successful in the ballot, buyers will be
“ T h e y
required to pay a deposit of 10 per cent of the
are warm,
purchase price, with the balance to be paid once
modern and
the apartments are completed.
architecturally
••
designed
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New talents come up nib active in community

at Youth Kirtan Darbar partnerships
¡¡ RIZWAN MOHAMMAD ¡¡ IWK BUREAU

T W
he Youth Kirtan Darbar
hosted at Shri Dashmesh
Darbar in Papatoetoe
was a grand success with full
hall participation by singers
and community members as the
audience. The purpose of the
Youth Kirtan was to celebrate
local and regional talent, and
non-professional Jathas (bands)
commemorate the greatest gift
granted by the Sikh gurus – to
be able to sing the praises of the
Akaal Purakh (God) in Sadh
Sangat (gathering).
“It was a bit different froma normal diwan
(programme) as a variety of musical instruments
and styles of music was incorporated which
gave a kind of fusion to the ancient Sikh way
of kirtan and the modern music, though all the
protocols were adhered to,” Navjot Gulati from
Sikh Youth NZ told The Indian Weekender.
“It was an enormous success this time too as
it attracted the millennials and provided a space
for them to connect to the message of Sikhism
through a modern and fresh lens,” he added.
There were almost 40 participants from all
over Auckland with a gathering of more than 150
people for the event. The most encouraging part
was that the parents and whanau participated in
the event, and it brought different generations
together.
“We were overwhelmed to get such an
enthusiastic response, especially from our
youngsters. In addition to this, we had separate
activities planned for the Kids under the
age of eight which included painting, craft
and drawing.
“We are extremely thankful to the committee
of Gurudwara Sri Dashamesh Darbar for their
support and feel fortunate to have been given
the opportunity to host this programme at the
gurudwara sahib,” he added.
Sikh Youth New Zealand, SYNZ aims is
to hold a youth kirtan event on a yearly basis
at various gurudwaras across Auckland to
collectively encourage the youth of Auckland
to connect with the Guru through the Kirtan.
Post diwan, a token of appreciation was
given to the participants, and langar was served
with a variety of delicious food to choose from.
The event started with Rehraas at the main
Darbar at 6 p.m. followed by Fusion Kirtan
Darbar, children’s activity in the conference
room, Anand Sahib and Sukhasan. Langar
was served to the attendees of the Gurudwara
throughout the programme.
The next event to be hosted by SYNZ is the
Family Camp in the last week of January 2019,
sports day for the youth and Turban Day, dates
of which will be confirmed soon.
hat do the
Kiwi Indian
Hall of Fame,
the Blues rugby team
and Ronald McDonald
House Charities have in
common?
They are all part of
a diverse network of
organisations supported
by nib, New Zealand’s
second largest health
insurer, as part of
their commitment
to helpingthe local nib Chief Executive Officer
community.
nib Chief Executive Officer Rob Hennin said Rob Hennin said this
this year’s platinum sponsor of the Kiwi Indian year’s platinum sponsor
Hall of Fame was designed to reinforce its links
with the Indian community. of the Kiwi Indian Hall of
“It was really exciting to join the premium Fame was designed to
event for the first time and celebrate the
reinforce its links with
wonderful achievements of Kiwi Indians
throughout the year,” Mr Hennin said.
the Indian community.
“We love being involved in these fabulous
community initiatives which give back to the Auckland on and off for more than two years,
community and support our philosophy of since Mason was diagnosed with kidney cancer
providing all Kiwis the ability to access and just before his first birthday.
afford healthcare when they need it,” he said.
As part of their unforgettable Father’s Day,
nib’s partnership with Ronald McDonald
the family enjoyed an exclusive experience at
House®was also celebrated last weekend with
Snow Planet, a scenic helicopter flight over
a magical Father’s Day experiencefor the Allan
Auckland, and a special video message from
family of Whangamata. The experiencesaw
son Mason (three), daughter Hope (eight) and fishing personality, Matt Watson, for fishing-
mum, Diane, given the opportunity to bring mad dad Matt.
to life their perfect day out in celebration of “I was blown away, it was a total surprise!
dad, Matt. Every Father’s Day is special as long as I’m
The Allans have been residents of New with my family, but this will definitely be one
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XR at an event in California on September 12.
The iPhone XS and iPhone XS Max will support dual SIM
and dual standby functionality.
The premium iPhone XS and XS Max come with upgraded
12MP + 12MP camera and 2x optical zoom. There is an
improved TrueTone quad-LED flash as well. Both the models
have a 7MP RGB camera sensor in the front with F/2.2 aperture
while the iPhone XR has a single 12MP camera at the rear.
The iPhone XS and iPhone XS Max would be available in
64GB, 256GB and 512GB storage variants in space grey, silver
and a new gold colour starting at approximately NZ$1899 and
NZ$2099, respectively.
The cheapest of the lot -- the iPhone XR -- has a starting price
of NZ$ 1399.
The premium iPhone XS is made with stainless surgical
grade steel with a new glass formulation and has edge-to-edge
screen, Apple said in a statement.
Both the iPhone XS and XS Max are fueled by Apple's latest
A12 Bionic chipset built on 7-nm design, which allows for 6.9
billion transistors on the chip. Also, there is a new neural engine
with an 8-core dedicated machine learning (ML) processor.
The iPhone X comes with a 5.8-inch OLED display while
the iPhone XS has 6.5-inch OLED screen -- the biggest ever on
an iPhone. Other than the size, both the models have 3D Touch
the iPhone-maker is now using a new dual-core 64-bit chipset,
and HDR.
custom designed to improve performance.
The Face ID in these models is said to work faster this time
"Apple Watch isn't just the number one smart watch, it is the
than last year's iPhone X.
number one watch in the world period," Tim Cook, CEO of
The affordable iPhone XR has a 6.1-inch LCD screen with
Apple said.
liquid Retina display and aluminium body instead of a steel one.
Apart from heartbeat data, the devices would now also track
The Cupertino-based company also unveiled its new Apple
heart rhythm and notify users.
Watch Series 4 with improved health features.
The new series has been approved by FDA for ECG recording
Its next generation of Apple Watch features edge-to-edge
as well but this feature would be limited to only US-based users
display with smaller bezels, which is 30 per cent bigger.
initially. The tech giant said it is working to introduce this
The device brings a design overhaul to the Apple Watch as
feature in other countries as well.

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“It is obvious when people are constantly
looking down and taking their eyes off the
road,” says Senior Sergeant Jared Kirk.
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Paresh Rawal’s Kishan

vs Kanhaiya Reloaded Kanwaljit Singh
Bakshi
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T
he organisers of Kishan vs
Kanhaiya Reloaded, a Hindi
comedy play featuring
Bollywood’s most versatile actor
Paresh Rawal scheduled for Friday,
National List MP based
September 28 at Victory Convention
Centre in Auckland is selling out
in Manukau East
faster than expected.
The show that sold 350 seats just
after launching tickets earlier in
July has seen a spike in ticket sales
with only two weeks into the main
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Thought of the week
"Feminism isn't about hating men. It's about
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boys and girls learn from childhood and carry
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Editorial
Artificial Intelligence Auckland Weather forecast for the week
September 14 – September 20, 2018
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A
decade ago, Artificial Intelligence (AI) was unknown to many of us mortals. Lately,
however, AI and related buzzwords like Machine Learning (ML) or Big Data Analytics
are more visible -- staring at us from clumsy signage boards hanging at the entrance of
educational institutes.
The bare fact is that this new category of intelligence is undoubtedly diversifying human Cloudy Morning Often Few Showers Fine. Partly
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banking, financial services and insurance (BFSI) sector - being the early adopter.
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Chatbots are slowly becoming the default customer support solution for most services and
Mumbai-based Haptik is one such AI-based platform -- building applications for consumers,
publishers and enterprises. This week in New Zealand’s history
Having grown 10 times in revenue in just one year, its partners and clients include Coca-Cola,
HDFC Life, Samsung, Edelweiss Tokio, Goibibo, Amazon Pay, ClubMahindra, ICICI Bank and
14 September 1938
Tata Docomo, among others. Social Security Act passed
According to Kartik Poddar, Business Head, Haptik, they are amazed as well as encouraged
by industry’s response and awareness regarding AI technologies in the country. T he cornerstone of the first Labour government’s welfare programme, the Social Security
Act overhauled the pension system and extended benefits for families, invalids and
the unemployed.
“The days of concept-selling are over and organisations are deploying AI tech for real use-
cases within their businesses, with substantial knowledge regarding its general capabilities and
purpose-oriented utility,” Mr Poddar told media. 15 September 1976
More than 50 per cent of Indian retail companies will be operating on AI by 2020, said Lyttelton-Wellington ferry service ends
PeopleStrong, a Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) HR technology and solutions company.
According to an Accenture analysis, AI has the potential to add $957 billion to India’s
economy in 2035.
T he last sailing of the Rangatira brought to an end more than 80 years of regular passenger
ferry services between Lyttelton and Wellington.

“We are just scratching the surface of the possibilities and applications of AI in business. 17 September 1941
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interesting applications on,” informed Mr Poddar.
For Arun Gupta, Chief Executive Officer at MoMagic Technologies -- an AI and Big Data-
driven mobile tech firm -- India is currently witnessing an all-time high and growing online user
A s well as (temporarily) doing away with capital punishment for murder, the Crimes
Amendment Act 1941 abolished judicial provision for flogging and whipping.

base, especially the millennials. 19 September 1893

The abundance of data and increased need of its error-free analysis has forced companies to
Women win the right to vote
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turn towards technologies like AI, resulting in more and more start-ups diving into AI-driven
hen the governor, Lord Glasgow,
business offerings.
signed a new Electoral Act into law,
The digital wave is bringing in a behavioural change and technologies like AI and ML play a
New Zealand became the first self-governing
key role in analysing that change via the data captured
country in the world to grant all women the
In a country like India, with its huge population and vastly diverse demographic spread right to vote in parliamentary elections. As
and customers available on multiple connected devices, AI today presents a big opportunity women in most other democracies – including
for businesses across sectors,” Mr Gupta had recently opined in a media interview.The cost Britain and the United States – did not win the
of building AI-powered experiences has been reduced with disruptive technologies being right to vote until after the First World War,
democratised. The companies are mandated to work with innovative start-ups to develop and New Zealand’s world leadership in women’s
implement AI-driven solutions to meet specific business challenges. suffrage became a central part of our image as
Women’s suffrage memorial, Christchurch
“We have seen some really interesting AI applications in retail, e-commerce, healthcare, a trailblazing ‘social laboratory’. (Jock Phillips, Te Ara Encyclopedia of NZ)
travel and banking, etc. Even the government sector has warmed up to incorporating AI-driven
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SURGICAL TEAM FROM NZ TO TRAVEL TO FIJI TO

HELP BABIES AND CHILDREN WITH DAMAGED HEARTS
A
surgical team from New Finucane from Auckland’s Starship with heart defects that could be She said it was important to triage intervention that is supported by the
Zealand is preparing to hospital will head the team of 30 surgically repaired and completely the children who would receive the Friends of Fiji, the Heart Foundation
travel to Fiji this week to nurses and doctors who will operate cured adding that others with hearts most benefit from the surgery and and the Hearts for Kids charities has
repair the damaged hearts of 20 alongside local staff to improve the damaged by rheumatic fever had follow up from previous years’ work saved a lot of lives and had a huge
babies and children. lives of the children. more complex issues and were harder is also part of the programme. impact.
Cardiac surgeon Dr Kirsten She said some children were born to help with surgery alone. Dr Finucane said the team’s

This Fijian couple own a six figure

business. They arrived in NZ penniless
A
Fijian couple who refused
to let cruel thieves ruin
their dream of moving to
New Zealand now own a six-figure
business there and are celebrating a
personal milestone.
Biren and Swaran Kumar had been
left penniless when their home was
burgled just days before they were Biren and Swaran Kumar with their
long service awards.
due to leave Fiji.
They’d saved hard for a new life in sneaked back into their home and
New Zealand when all their money grabbed $10,000 in Fijian dollars.
was taken along with cash they’d just All their savings were taken,
made from a sale of their possessions. including money they had made from
They were heartbroken, the theft the sale.
shattering their hopes. Getting back up
A family member ended up paying Despite losing everything, Mr
Heart surgery being performed at the Colonial War Memorial Hospital on September 11, 2018 their air fares so they could travel to Kumar was determined to carry on,

Why Dr Nand has Fiji at heart

Auckland. But 10 years on from that telling his wife they should not let it
dark chapter and life has never been change their plans to emigrate.
better for the couple, whose story “Whatever has gone has gone,

R
eturning to Fiji to provide
and perform expensive
surgeries to Fijians for free
is what drives heart surgeon Dr
arma Nand.
Born in Labasa, Vanua Levu, Dr
Nand now lives in New Zealand, but
he has been returning to the country
with a team of specialists for the past
13 years to serve Fijians who could
not afford a heart surgery.
It is understood that the real
cost would be around $80,000
per surgery.
“I was able to get a medical team
like anaesthetics, perfusionists,
theatre nurses, intensivists and
physiotherapists,” he said.
“I worked in New Zealand for 30
years and I started this programme
in 2006 through Friends of Fiji
Heart Foundation.
“Cardiac surgery can be done in
Fiji, but it has to have a team because
it is not an individual based procedure
and my team has 70 people in it and
they are all specialists.”
Dr Nand and the team have
been here for the past two weeks
performing heart surgeries at the
Colonial war Memorial Hospital in
Suva. He said patients came from all
over the country and yesterday was
their last day.
The team performed 550 surgeries
including 250 open heart surgeries,
40 paediatric active enhanced
disease surveillance (PAEDS)
open heart, 75 angioplasty and 187
pacemaker.
“We mostly try to capture the
young people around the age of 13
to 15 years because these are the
kids who are highly likely to be
productive in the society,” he said.
“At the same time we try to select
younger patients then
"Saving
older patients because
a human life is
as the patient
something amazing
gets older the
and I worked really
surgery gets more
hard to where I am
complicated.
“The team will right now and I want
to give back."
leave when most
of the patients are
discharged, if one or two
are left we will hand over the care to
local doctors.”
He also said the patients were
grateful and thankful for the free
surgeries and excellent services.
The Associate of Trust and
Administration Operation for
Friends of Fiji Heart Foundation,
Jasmeen Mohammed said: “This
year has a greater penetration
of public awareness outside of
the hospital.”
Clinical Perfusionist in
Auckland City Hospital, Gaz Jabur,
said he had been involved with the
Friends of Fiji Heart Foundation for
the past seven years.
“Saving a human life is something
amazing and I worked really hard to
where I am right now and I want to
give back,” he said.
He also said they didn’t just come
here to do surgeries, but also to
educate because in the future Fiji
could have its own cardiac theatre
operated by Fijians.
is an extraordinary tale of faith and
determination overcoming adversity.
After moving to New Zealand in
2008, Biren and Swaran struggled to
overcome their financial setback but
they eventually purchased a small
cleaning franchise. They worked
tirelessly as cleaners to get ahead,
eventually tripling the size of their
Crest Clean franchise.
Clean business.
With a regular income, they
managed to buy a home for
themselves and their two children.
Their new life in Auckland is a
world away from how it was in Fiji
before they left.
“When you are successful you
have to look back to appreciate where
you’ve come from,” Mr Kumar says.
To mark their 10 years with Crest
Clean, the couple this week received
a long service award plus a NZ$2,500
(FJ$3,473.90) for a holiday.
Tragedy
It was in 2008 that Mr and Mrs
Kumar’s dream of moving to New
Zealand was dealt a cruel blow.
The couple and their two young
children were preparing to leave Fiji
when thieves struck less than a week
before they were due to fly out.
Following a garage sale, raiders
it won’t come back,” Mr Kumar
remembers saying.
In Auckland, the couple found
work on a production line at a
plastics factory. But with Mr Kumar
working days and Mrs Kumar on the
nightshift, there was precious little
family time left to spend with their
children.
The breakthrough came when a
family relative in Auckland, Rajju
Prasad, offered the couple some part-
time cleaning work.
Mr Kumar enjoyed the work and
Mr Prasad, who has a CrestClean
business, suggested he should buy a
cleaning franchise of his own.
He offered to be a guarantor for the
couple, paving the way for them to
secure a NZ$36,000 (FJ$50,024.18)
bank loan so they could purchase a
small franchise.
“I had a dream that one day I
will be a self-employed man. Today
I’ve achieved it and I am a business
owner and I’m so happy.” Mr Kumar,
who worked as salesman in Fiji, says
he loves being his own boss.
“I’m very proud to be a cleaner
because we are the ones who are
keeping New Zealand clean,” he
said. “We are giving our customers
a very clean environment. We are so
very proud to be part of Crest Clean.”

Labasa to host Fiji Day Celebrations

W
ith the successful hosting of National
Constitution Day at Subrail Park
in Labasa last Friday, the Fiji Day
celebrations will now be held in the Northern
Division.
Prime Minister Voreqe Bainimarama labelled
the Constitution Day celebration as one of the
best ever held in Fiji.
“In Labasa, we had Fijians from across the
North decked out in their best Fiji blue in a
show of unity, a show of patriotism and a show
of deep and abiding pride in our Constitution,”
Mr Bainimarama said. “We had some very
talented young students read their winning
essays where we heard some personal and
moving accounts of how the rights enshrined in
our Constitution have transformed the lives of
our citizens for the better.
“And I’d like to congratulate our secondary
school Essay Competition winner, Priya
Karan, and our other student essay competition
finalists, Joselyn Mani and Milika Soso.
And I can’t forget to congratulate Bethel
Primary and the Immaculate Conception
College for winning the Mufti Fiji Blue
Competition.
“All in all, last Friday was a day for the
history books.
"For me personally, I thought it was our best
Constitution Day yet and no, that’s not just
something I say every year,” he said.
Mr Bainimarama said it only took one look
at the sea of blue over SubrailPark to know
that people were raising a proudly patriotic
generation of Fijians.
“We know all of these young Fijians are
capable of greatness, but only if we bestow
upon them a Fiji that is worthy of their great
talent and potential,” he said.
“Only, if we work to realise the great promise
of our Constitution; that of a united Fiji, a
strong Fiji and a prosperous Fiji for every Fijian
family. The Fiji Day celebration will be held on
Wednesday, October 10, at Subrail Park.
16 NEW ZEALAND Friday, September 14, 2018 The Indian Weekender

Celebrating Kiwi-Indian Women in the

We need to ensure NZ keep its trailblazer status in women empowerment
Dr Parmjeet Parmar, National Party List MP

A s the first Indian born woman Member of Parliament in New Zealand, I am proud of the work that women before me did to make
a path for me to get elected. There are several interesting facts about New Zealand’s social journey since women got the vote
in 1893.
One hundred and twenty-five years ago this month when our Governor, Lord Glasgow, signed the new Electoral Act which allowed
women the vote, it was landmark legislation. Quite suddenly, the number of eligible voters in New Zealand doubled. When referring
to that breakthrough it’s important not to take anything away from the ‘Kiwi Suffragettes’, led by Kate Sheppard, who had presented
massive petitions to New Zealand’s Parliament calling on the leaders of the country to grant women the right to vote in Parliamentary
elections. It is fitting that Kate Sheppard’s momentous contribution to New Zealand’s history has been acknowledged for all to see
on our ten dollar note. 
New Zealand was an early innovator – and it’s fair to say that our world leadership in women’s suffrage became a central part of
our image as a trail-blazing ‘social laboratory’. Indeed, most other democracies did not move forward to the point New Zealand had
reached in social advancement for another thirty years. Britain and the United States did not grant women the right to vote until after
the First World War. For New Zealand women the journey has been long and interesting and being patient has definitely been a virtue
here. It was not until 1919 that women got the right to stand for Parliament. Interestingly three women contested the General Election
that year but all failed. Forty years after women got the vote our first woman MP entered our Parliament.
As part of New Zealand’s trail blazing in this area, both race and gender took prominence, but as the old proverb says ‘good things
take time’. I was very proud to be the first Indian born MP in New Zealand’s Parliament in the 2014 General Election.
A
All New Zealand women irrespective of their race or background can be proud to be part of such a progressive country, but 125
years on there is still work to be done in the area of gender equality. Pay parity and equal opportunities are just two areas of concern A
an
which as an MP I am keen to progress to ensure that New Zealand keeps that ‘trailblazer’ status which sets us apart on the world stage.
 Dr Parmjeet Parmar is the National List MP based in Mount Roskill.  She is the Opposition Spokesperson for Research, Science be
and Innovation, Opposition Associate Spokesperson for Economic Devolvement and the Chair of the Parliamentary Education and wo
ne
Workforce Select Committee.
on
In

We stand on the shoulders of those who have gone before us Tr

Priyanca Radhakrishnan, Labour Party List MP ad

I have been a feminist all my life and worked to advance the status of women field for most of it. I migrated to New Zealand partly because de
of Aotearoa’s reputation for being socially progressive particularly in the area of women’s rights. to
We proudly lay claim to the fact that in 1893, we became the first self-governing country in the world where women fought and won the W
right to vote. Forty years later in 1933, New Zealand had its first (Labour) woman Member of Parliament (MP) when Elizabeth McCombs
was elected the Member for Lyttelton. an
Today, 38 per cent of our House of Representatives is made up of women and I’m proud to be one of them. The Green Party and the lik
Labour Party have the highest percentage and number of women MPs respectively. fu
As at 2018, New Zealand has had three women Prime Ministers. We also have, for a second time, the trifecta of top positions in is
the country –Prime Minister (PM), Governor General and Chief Justice – being held by women. We have a PM and Minister for in
Women who have chosen motherhood and political office. Their partners are role modelling fulltime fatherhood. At a time when the fo
women’s rights movement continues the fight to advance the status of women in New Zealand and globally, they make a powerful in
statement against rigid gender norms and stereotypes. As we celebrate 125 years of suffrage in New Zealand, we must look back on our Ki
achievements with pride. We must pause to celebrate our successes, past and present. It is also an opportune time to acknowledge that
there is still more that needs to be done to advance the status of all women in New Zealand. We have a persistent gender pay gap, which
is currently 9.2 per cent.
The pay gap is worse for some women, including for Asian women. Women are still over-represented as victim/survivors of family
violence; under-represented on boards and other decision-making roles and perform the majority of unpaid, often unrecognised caring
work. Our demographics have changed dramatically. We have over 200 ethnicities represented in New Zealand, who collectively speak
over 160 languages. As an MP, I have mets ome amazing people whose paths I would not have otherwise crossed. Many of them are women
with incredible stories to tell. We have so many women who have fought – and continue to fight – for what they believe in and work to change
the structures that exclude ethnic women from various spheres.
As we celebrate 125 years of suffrage in New Zealand, I also pay tribute to women from ethnic communities in New Zealand who have fought to
break barriers, overcome challenges and pave the way for the next generation of ethnic women leaders.

We need to be observant of our attitudes toward women

Vanisa Dhiru, President, National Council of Women New Zealand 

I am a real believer of strength in diversity. As a younger, ethnic, female Kiwi-Indian, I’ve often been seen as different and diverse –
which is a strength or a weakness, depending on the situation and who is judging.
Today’s women in New Zealand are diverse. We are of different ages, sizes, colour, ethnicity, sexual identity, socio-economic
background and education status.
In this year, as we celebrate 125 years of Suffrage, we must ensure the lives of all women and girls are supported.
We must make sure this country supports everyone to have equal pay for work of equal value, for everyone be free from all forms of
violence - sexual, domestic, physical or emotional - to be empowered to study whatever they wish, and seek for whatever career they
want, and not be judged. Never judged for being a female. Never treated differently for being who you are in our society.
So, I hear you ask – what about men? Well, men and boys equally suffer from inequalities as well. We hold attitudes that suggest
men and boys are strong, must be fierce, fighters and protectors. That boy should not play with dolls. Or wear pink. Be the key decision
maker. These attitudes drive behaviours which are not helpful. They create a culture where masculinity is superior to femininity. By
encouraging this type of thinking, we elevate males to be superior to females. In today’s world that is not acceptable, and especially in
this country of Aotearoa New Zealand.
As the President of the National Council of Women New Zealand, the position Kate Sheppard held, we want everyone to be able to
do what they want - no matter their gender. And to do that, we all need to manage the intersecting issues of age, race, culture, religion,
ability, economic status, education level, sexual identity and gender.
We must consider as we learn at school, go to work, raise our children, be citizens of this country and serve our wider communities
in the work we do, to build a sense of belonging and participation for everyone - no matter the gender.
As Aotearoa changes in its demographic, the challenge for communities is how we can respond to this diversity. And that is a key
challenge for anyone fighting for equality today.
 The Indian Weekender Friday, September 14, 2018 NEW ZEALAND 17

e 125 anniversary year of suffrage

th
Dr Malvindar Singh-Bains
A Research Fellow at the University of Auckland’s Centre for Brain Research, Dr Bains is a reflection of Kiwi-Indian woman’s intellect and will to break
through the field of science and research – a predominantly white man’s forte in NZ even in this age and time. Currently focusing on brain inflammation
in conditions including Huntington’s and Alzheimer ’s disease, Dr Bains has been a top-three finalist in both 2015 and 2016 for the University of Auckland
Young New Zealander of the year award for her ongoing commitment to promoting brain health and awareness of neurodegenerative diseases including
Huntington’s and Alzheimer’s Disease.
Tryst with equality
"I think the science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) industries offer many job opportunities, but in New Zealand, only 28 per cent
of these roles are held by women. Interestingly, the field of brain research in New Zealand seems to attract more females. However, we still have a lack of
representation of women at higher levels, such as the level of Professorship. "
What does women’s suffrage mean to you?
"I am born in a country that was the first in the world to allow women the right to vote, however, if we reflect on our own history over 125 years since that
milestone, only 38 per cent of our current MPs are women – the highest it’s ever been. In so many professions, women continue to be paid less than men,
and are more likely to be unemployed or in unpaid work, and experience higher rates of violence and abuse. I still believe that we should be far more ahead
considering what our 19th-century suffragists have achieved. Today I think we can reflect on the many milestones our predecessors have accomplished, but
also work together with our modern trail-blazers to reach more milestones in the fight for women’s rights in all aspects of life."

Arunima Dhingra
A runima Dhingra is a successful businesswoman and a known face in the community as
the director of an immigration law firm in Auckland and a vociferous voice on women
nd equality issues. Ms Dhingra started her Kiwi journey as a student at AUT and soon
ecame quite familiar with the issues experienced by international students in NZ. She
orked hard and alternated between the normal 9-5 job and supporting her father’s
ewly started immigration consultation firm. Her success in business, and strong voice
n immigration and women issues makes her a source of inspiration for many in Kiwi-
ndian community.
ryst with equality
"I have been fortunate enough to not face equality issues at work; however, I must
dd that being a professional, a mother, a wife, a daughter, a homemaker – striking that
elicate balance between all these commitments is quite tough. Often when you cater
o one facet, the other commitment suffers."
What does women's suffrage mean to you?
"Suffrage, according to me, is an evolving phenomenon. It’s not about voting
Aisha Duga Punga
nymore; it’s about the skewed perception society has of women being ‘less able’ – just
ke it prevailed in the 18th or 19th century. We all hear of women coming home after a
ull day at work and then engage in cooking, cleaning, looking after the children and there
A isha Duga Punga is the Chief Executive of Starship
Foundation and is a remarkable reflection on the value that a
Kiwi-Indian woman brings to the land of Aotearoa. Ms Punga has
natural expectation that has been passed on to families for generations. I believe that this been associated with different industries in her professional life
nequality in the perception of women’s roles within family is something as the next frontier from telecommunications, FMCG, Innovation Industries in sales,
or all suffrage-crusaders. We have to start demolishing age-old attitudes which perpetuates marketing, logistics, new ventures and general management. She
nequality in our society as the next level of commitment for the advancement of suffrage in has held governance roles for Life Education Trust, a charity for
iwi-life." the education and empowerment of children for over a decade and
had recently been appointed as the Chief Executive of Starship
Ashima Singh Foundation.

A shima Singh is the co-founder and partner at Legal Associates – a South Auckland based
specialised legal services firm. She specialises in Property Law, Commercial Law, Wills
& Trusts, Family Law and Employment Law. She was instrumental in starting ‘legal clinic’, an
initiative to provide free legal assistance to the needy every Saturday at its office.
Tryst with Equality
"Yes, in my early days as a lawyer I often faced traditional attitudes toward women
intellect and ability to excel in the legal world. Legal profession is infamous for a thriving
culture of misogynist attitude despite all our social progression in the last 125 years. To
succeed in this predominantly boy’s world one need to believe in one’s ability to do anything
they want. However, I am fortunate to have full support of my family, friends and loved ones
in overcoming challenges imposed on us for just being a woman.
What does women's suffrage mean to you?
Women’s suffrage is a privilege for all women for it allows us to voice our opinion about
who we are and what we are. We are no less than anyone; we are lovely daughters to father and
dearly wives to caring husbands. We are proud workers and successful businesswomen. We
can be whatever we chose in our minds to be. Suffrage is all about feeling of empowerment."
Tryst with equality
“What inspires me is that we as a nation have demonstrated that
we could lead the world not only in changing attitudes but changing
behaviours. It also reminds me of my ‘Dadimai’ (grandmother) –
and all those brave pioneering women who made the first trip from
India to Aotearoa, New Zealand. Both suggestive of stories that
celebrate, honour and appreciate the sacrifice of the women who
came before us,”
What does women's suffrage mean to you?
"I have been very fortunate to suffer little equality issues in
my life. I have been brought up in a family environment that
encouraged (and expected) me to believe that I could achieve
anything I wanted. My mum went to school with Benazir Bhutto,
and this was the testament to this philosophy. I often get comments
of 'it’s great to see women at the top, I have mixed emotions as
I appreciate the challenge that prevails for many but I also hope
(know) that I am the best person for the job."

Hansa Naran

C elebrating women’s suffrage is at the heart of Hansa Naran, who currently serves as Treasurer, New Zealand Indian Central
Association – New Zealand’s oldest Indian Association – whereby she had recently organised an event in Waiapua to commemorate
the launch of women suffrage petition.
Prior to this role, Ms Naran had been quietly engaged in work at the ground level for more than two decades, whereby connecting
with people, associations, and communities, and assisting them grow and deliver services to people.
She has been doing the ground work in organisations like Pukekohe Indian Association, Indian Association of New Zealand and
NZICA.
The issue of women empowerment is dear to her as she found early in life how women could be burdened with societal expectations
and responsibilities risking their progress in life when at 22 years she had to take care of her husband’s five siblings after losing her
in-laws. However, Ms Naran saw this as something which brought immense strength in her personality and motivating her permanently
to serve the wider community.
There is lot more to be achieved in bringing true equality for women in our society, especially in changing age-old attitudes.
18 NEW ZEALAND Friday, September 14, 2018 The Indian Weekender

Celebrating Kiwi-Indian Women in

the 125 anniversary year of suffrage
th
Nilima Venkat

N
ilima Venkat is a well-known name in the community support sector of South Asian communities. She is the General Manager
at Shanti Niwas Charitable Trust, a community organisation that provides social services to elderly and disables people of
Indian and South Asian descent.
She has been with Shanti Niwas since 1998, starting as a volunteer for two years and in the year 2000 was appointed as a service
coordinator and subsequently as a Social Worker. She was appointed as a Project Manager in 2012.
Mrs Venkat was awarded the Member of the New Zealand Order of Merit (MNZM) in 2013 new year’s honours list for her community
work. She is also a Justice of Peace of NZ
 She strongly advocates social change and is passionate about working for the betterment of the community.
Tryst with equality 
"I have been fortunate to be among people and sectors of society where I never faced any kind of discrimination because I was a
woman. Obviously, nothing in life comes easy. But the struggles I faced, might not have been different if I were a male."
 What does women suffrage mean to you?
"In my opinion, South-Asian communities are culturally biased toward male-dominated society. And the problem is that we bring
that culture with us wherever we go. We need to change that culture where women are not given equal importance. In our community
in New Zealand, you’ll find more men than women when it comes to important decision-making roles. The domestic violence and elder
abuse that our community members experience and where the victims are most of the times women, are the results of a biased society
where women have no value. Nevertheless, I can see this culture is changing, but slowly."

Ella Kumar
E lla Kumar holds the unique recognition of being
the first elected Kiwi-Indian woman representative
in a local council board. A New Zealand born first
generation Kiwi-Indian woman, Ms Kumar was elected
first to Puketapapa local board in 2013. Ms Kumar wears
different hats in public life alternating between being
an elected representative, being a physical fitness coach
and a professional Bollywood dance trainer. She loves
working with people, one who doesn’t like anything on a
silver platter and believes in hard work to get successful
outcomes.
You would often find her at various community
events wearing various hats of an event coordinator, or
a performer or a dance teacher. Her giving-back-to-the-
community attitude can be seen in her volunteer work for
some of the largest community festivals in Auckland such
as Diwali Festival or Lantern Festival. She carries with
Ranjna Patel her the energy and smile that never fades

R anjna Patel is a social entrepreneur of repute, who has developed a successful
healthcare business, built a temple, created a groundbreaking anti-domestic
violence programme, and continues to be a source of inspiration for many in the
community.
A third-generation Kiwi-Indian, Mrs Patel, along with her husband Dr Kanti Patel,
GP, has transformed a one-doctor clinic into New Zealand’s largest independently
owned healthcare business – Nirvana Health Group – which operates 35 clinics,
29 pharmacies and a call centre, employs 1060 staff including 300 doctors and
more than 200 nurses, and conducts 1.2 million consultations a year or up 4000
consultations a day. Ms Patel was awarded with the Queen Service Medal in 2009
and ONZM in 2017.
Among many key achievements of Mrs Patel, a few are – Deolitte Top 200
Visionary leader, inducted NZ Hall of Fame for Women Entrepreneurs, finalist for
2016 Ernst Young Entrepreneur of Year for 2015.
Tryst with Equality
"While I got fairly equal opportunities working in the community, I feel that being an Indian female did
have some reservations to hold me back from my elected position at the Local Board."
"In past, I feel that an agenda has played a role when it comes to giving equal opportunities to women in
leadership roles, which might be a result of cultural background. "
"The various decision-making committees in the community are mostly dominated by males. Although
New Zealand raised its voice long ago to give equal rights to women, I think our communities are still getting
there. The women in our community are stepping up. To break the barrier the current generations will have
to acknowledge that a balance is important to be maintained in males and females. The opportunities should
be given on the base of merit and not gender."
What does women’s suffrage mean to you?
"Suffrage acts as a great emancipator for women. Being an elected representative in the local board, I
am myself an example of what women can achieve by suffrage. However, as said earlier we as a country
have a lot to achieve. "

Jit Kaur
J it Kaur is one of the leading voices for women’s rights in New Zealand, especially within the Sikh community – a label that she politely
refuses – as she believes her work focuses on the wider spectrum of Kiwi-Indian women.
Notably, Ms Kaur had established the New Zealand Sikh Women’s Association (NZSWA) in 2002 after being encouraged by none other
than the former Prime Minister and friend - Helen Clark - something which she cherishes deep in her heart even today. A heart-breaking
case of murder-suicide involving an Indian mother and her child in South Auckland then was the main motivator behind this phenomenal
journey. Since then, Ms Kaur had dedicated her life to support the victims of domestic violence in a bid to be that friendly, reliable and a
non-judging face that any woman can talk to when in need or trouble. She works closely with Victim Support, Police and the Ministry of
Social Welfare to help the victims of abusive relationships through counselling and rehabilitation. Her organisation is also involved in the
cultural activities such as Ladies Cultural Night in order to give women in the community some me-time.
Tryst with Equality
"Yes, indeed I have faced many challenges, in fact, to an extent of strong opposition, when we first started NZSWA. People told me that
we were breaking their families and homes. They were ashamed of their personal matter (domestic violence) brought out in public because
of our culture. We were accused of not giving a fair hearing to men generating some threats as well. Because we were women fighting for
our rights and safety, that couldn’t stop us."
What does women's suffrage mean to you?
"Suffrage is the first step towards women empowerment. Our country has come a long way in having an elected woman Prime
Minister who delivered a baby while being in the office. However, we still need to keep going to achieve much more in the field of
women empowerment. "
 The Indian Weekender Friday, September 14, 2018 INDIA 19

Aadhaar can't be hacked, vested

MAHARASHTRA WELCOMES interests spreading lies: UIDAI
U
nique Identification

LORD GANESHA Authority of India (UIDAI)

on Tuesday
reports of hacking of Aadhaar
dismissed

M
aharashtra welcomed the
popular elephant-headed
god, Lord Ganesha,
during the 10-day long biggest
public festival which got underway
on Thursday, 13 September.
Around a million gigantic, big
and small idols of Lord Ganesha
shall adorn homes of commoners,
celebrities, industrialists and
politicians, housing complexes,
private and public companies,
besides the huge or gigantic ones
at public marquees organised by
Sarvajanik Ganeshotsav Mandals all
over the state.
Since the past few weeks,
specialists and artists have been
giving final touches to their Lord
Ganesha idols and delivering them
in trucks, tempos, cars, motorcycles,
bicycles, while some carry them on
their heads to their homes, amidst
chants of Ganpati Bappa Morya...
This year, Ganeshotsav coincides
with the Jain holy month of fasting
during Paryushan, the ongoing
week-long Mt. Mary Church
annual fair in Bandra while
Muslims will observe Muharram on
September 20.
Immersion of Ganesha idols will
be taken up in phases and the grand
send-off would be on September 23.
Now in its 126th year, the festival
was started on a modest note by
freedom fighter Lokmanya Bal
Gangadhar Tilak in 1893 to rally the
masses against the British rule.
This year, an estimated 300,000-
plus big and small idols of Lord
Ganesha shall be installed in
the city in private and public
venues and across Maharashtra,
said Naresh Dahibhavkar,
President of the Brihan Mumbai
Sarvajanik Ganeshotsav Samanvay
Samiti (BSGSS).
Special prayer ceremonies
shall be performed at various
Ganesha Temples, including the
Siddhivinayak Temple, Ganesh
Mandir in Goregaon and Borivali
and the Ashthavinayak Temples.
There are nearly 11,500 big-
Idols of Lord Ganesha being taken to their respective pandals ahead of Ganesh
Chaturthi, in Mumbai on Sept
ticket Ganeshotsav associations
with budgets of several crore or
equivalent to small civic bodies,
nearly 195,000 medium-scale with
budgets ranging from Rs 500,000 to
Rs 5 million, and lakhs of individual
households and other private
organisers with small budgets.
"This year we are cutting corners
without affecting the festivities. This
is due to the exorbitant petrol-diesel-
gas prices and spiralling inflation,"
Dahibhavkar told the media.
He said that the pillars of the
festival comprising flowers, sweets,
lights and decorations have become
far more expensive than last year
and tossed all budgets haywire.
"Flowers are five times costlier,
sweets especially 'modak' are more
than double, dry fruits cost even
higher, lighting and decorations are
also much expensive.
The GSB Seva Mandal, Kings
Circle, will unveil its 14.5 feet tall
idol adorned with over 68 kg of
22-carat gold and 327 kg silver,
besides expensive diamond-studded
jewelleries, including many articles
donated by devotees, which makes
it the richest Ganpati marquee in
the world.
enrolment software as "completely
incorrect and irresponsible" and
said some vested interests were
deliberately trying to create
confusion among people.
The denial came after an
investigation by Huff Post India security and fraud management
revealed that the Aadhaar database, system monitoring.
which contains the biometrics Earlier, a report by the HuffPost
and personal information of over said a software patch available
one billion Indians, "had been for as little as Rs 2,500 lets a user
compromised by a software patch bypass critical security features
which disables critical security such as biometric authentication
features of the software used to enrol of enrolment operators to generate
new Aadhaar users". unauthorised Aadhaar numbers.
According to the report, any It said the patch also disables the
unauthorized person from anywhere GPS security feature of the software
in the world can generate Aadhaar allowing anyone from any location
ID using the patch which is freely to enrol users.
available for Rs 2,500. UIDAI clarified that no operator
The UIDAI said the claims can make or update Aadhaar unless
about Aadhaar being vulnerable to resident himself gives his biometric.
tampering lacked substance and were "Any enrolment or update
totally baseless. request is processed only after
"Certain vested interests "Certain biometrics of the operator
are deliberately trying vested is authenticated and
to create confusion in interests are resident's biometrics is
the minds of people deliberately trying de-duplicated at the
which is completely to create confusion in backend of UIDAI
unwarranted," a the minds of people system," it said.
statement issued by which is completely It added that as part of
the organisation said. unwarranted." its "stringent" enrolment
It added that the and updation process,
UIDAI matches all the UIDAI checks enrolment
biometric (10 fingerprints and both operator's biometric and other
iris) of a resident enrolling for parameters before processing the
Aadhaar with the biometrics of all enrolment or updates and only after
Aadhaar holders before issuing the all checks are found to be successful,
unique ID. enrolment or update of resident is
"UIDAI has taken all necessary further processed.
safeguard measures spanning from "Therefore it is not possible to
providing standardized software introduce ghost entries into Aadhaar
that encrypts entire data even before database."
saving to any disk, protecting data UIDAI said that even in a
using tamper proofing, identifying hypothetical situation where a ghost
every one of the operators in every enrolment or update packet is sent to
enrolment, identifying every one of the UIDAI by some "manipulative
thousands of machines using a unique attempt", the same is identified by
machine registration process, which the robust back-end system and all
ensures every encrypted packet is such enrolment packets get rejected
tracked," the statement said. and no Aadhaar is generated.
It said all measures to ensure end- "Also, the concerned enrolment
to-end security of resident data were machines and the operators are
taken including full encryption of identified, blocked and blacklisted
resident data at the time of capture, permanently from the UIDAI
tamper resistance, physical security, system. In appropriate cases, police
access control, network security, complaints are also filed for such
stringent audit mechanism, 24x7 fraudulent attempts," it said.

PM Modi likely to review state of economy

P
rime Minister Narendra Modi is
likely to hold a meeting to discuss
the country’s economy this weekend,
according to multiple reports on Wednesday
which triggered a sharp recovery in rupee
which has shed 12% of its value this year.
According to reports by news agencies
PTI and Newsrise, possible fiscal and
monetary steps will be discussed at the
meeting which will include the country’s
top finance officials. Both cited sources who
asked not to be named.
“Finance minister Arun Jaitley, NITI
Aayog vice-chairman Rajiv Kumar, Prime
Minister’s Economic Advisory Council
chairman Bibek Debroy and finance
secretary Hasmukh Adhia are among the
officials who are likely to attend the meeting
on Saturday”, PTI quoted officials as saying.
Fiscal and monetary measures cannot be
ruled out after the review meeting, nor a rate
hike by the central bank, television channels depreciate to the low levels of the previous
said earlier in the day, prompting a recovery session, Subhash Garg, the economic affairs
in rupee from record lows. Indeed, talk of secretary, wrote on social network Twitter.
an unscheduled increase in the rate (between “It (rupee fall) reflected overreaction of
two meetings of the Monetary Policy market operators. Government and RBI
Committee) has been doing the rounds for will do everything to ensure that rupee does
a few days. not slide to unreasonable levels. Today’s
The Rupee’s performance also has a correction seems to reflect that realisation.”
bearing on fuel prices, which have been Analysts are of the opinion that at least
rising to new highs since August 31, some of the currency’s fall has to do with
triggering fresh concerns of a price rise that sentiment.
may trickle down to essential commodities. While the structure of the meeting is
The trend has also widened India’s current not known, according to the media, it
account deficit, and led opposition could review macroeconomic
parties to organise a nationwide "Today’s indicators, government
strike on Monday which correction finances and
seems to reflect that
affected life in at least eight implementation of
realisation.” Analysts are of
states, though it was largely flagship financial
the opinion that at least some of
uneventful across the country. inclusion and
the currency’s fall has to do with
There was no fundamental other development
sentiment."
rationale for the rupee to schemes as well.
 20 INDIA ABROAD Friday, September 14, 2018 The Indian Weekender

Hindus don’t oppose anyone, don’t

aspire to dominate: RSS chief
A
sserting that Hindus neither
oppose anybody nor aspire
to dominate, Rashtriya
Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) chief
Mohan Bhagwat said the community
needs to unite to end its centuries of
sufferings. Speaking at the 2nd World

INDIAN-AMERICAN RESEARCHER Hindu Congress, Bhagwat said the

key to unite the world is to control

AWARDED $6.5M TO IDENTIFY

ego and accepting the consensus.
“We do not have any aspects of Hindu Congress is being held on
dominance. Hindus do not live to the occasion of 125th Anniversary

CANCER BIOMARKERS oppose anybody. We even allow the

pests to live. There are people who
may oppose us. You have to tackle
them without harming them,” said
of Swami Vivekananda’s historic
speech at the Parliament of World
Religions in 1893.  Talking about
uniting the world, Bhagwat cited

T
The award is part of a grant programme called R35 developed by the National Cancer Institute
he US National Cancer
Institute has give the
“Outstanding Investigator
Award” to Professor Arul Chinnaiyan,
from the University of Michigan, and
$6.5 million in funding over seven
years, to identify cancer biomarkers
to improve diagnosis and develop
new targeted therapies.
“The field of precision oncology
continues to evolve with the
overarching goal of providing cancer
patients with enhanced diagnostic
and prognostic capabilities and better
treatments,” Chinnaiyan, said in a
statement, late on Monday.  previously well-explored – long non-
“This grant will help us identify
new biomarkers and understand
their biological roles in cancer
progression,” he added.  lncRNAs may play a role in cancer
A pioneer in precision oncology, and that understanding them better Bhagwat addressing delegates from the example of Lord Krishna and
Chinnaiyan in 2010, launched the could lead to new potential targets across the globe. Yudhishthir from the Mahabharata,
Michigan Oncology Sequencing “Why are we suffering for 1000 who he said never contradicted each
for improving cancer diagnosis,
(Mi-ONCOSEQ) programme.  years? We had everything but we other.
prognosis or treatment. 
Mi-ONCOSEQ is a research forgot to practise values. We also “One of the key values to bring the
Chinnaiyan’s lab has also identified
protocol for sequencing the DNA forgot to work together. Hindu whole world into a team is to have
and explored several lncRNAs that
and RNA of metastatic cancers and society has largest number of controlled ego and learn to accept the
could be promising targets for future
normal tissue to identify alterations meritorious people in many sectors. consensus. 
therapy.  “It is time the Hindu society
that could help drive treatment.  But they never come together, stay
“We want to further characterise together. showcased its oneness to the world
The programme includes a
the dark matter of the genome. Some “Coming together of Hindus itself and went back to its ancient wisdom
precision medicine tumour board in
of these lncRNAs will certainly be was a difficult task. Earlier, when our and values,” Bhagwat said.
which experts discuss each case. 
Chinnaiyan’s lab has also analysed very useful as cancer biomarkers Swayamsevaks would try to organise He said that the negative influence
the global landscape of a portion and we think a subset are important people, they would say ‘a lion never of ego should always be avoided.
of the genome that has not been in biological processes,” Chinnaiyan walks in a group’, but even that lion “Of all the main characters,
noted. or a Royal Bengal tiger who is the Krishna never contradicted
coding RNAs (lncRNAs).  “We hope to make it commonplace king of the jungle... if he is alone, Yudhishthir and Yudhishthir never
Earlier, considered as the dark for patients to have a molecular wild dogs together can invade and disobeyed Krishna because it is
matter, new evidence suggests that blueprint of their tumour to guide destroy him...,” he said calling upon important to work unitedly, keeping
treatment choices.” Hindus to unite. The 2nd World your ego aside,” he added.

As proud Indians, we want to

bring the best to India: Consulting US award for Indian-born research scholar
A
n Indian-born woman research The Society will honour Rajalakshmi Madurai in Tamil Nadu. Rajalakshmi’s
perfumer Abdulla Ajmal scholar from the University of with the award on October 2 at Bologna, parents run a healthcare devices firm Ideal

D
ubai-based Indian perfumer Abdulla Ajmal, who is the Washington won the Paul Baran Italy. “Being recognised by the Marconi Diagnostics Ltd at Madurai, about 460 km
consulting perfumer to Ajmal India, says the label is Young Scholar Award for 2018 for using Society is humbling and motivates me to southwest of Chennai.
ready for its ghar wapsi to offer the best in the country. smartphones to detect life-threatening excel further in this field and to have a “My father was in the healthcare sector
Ajmal Perfumes, a homegrown brand in India, was founded by symptoms, the California-based Marconi much larger impact,” she said. when I grew up and spent a lot of time
Abdulla’s grandfather Haji Ajmal Ali in 1951. Society, which has instituted the Paul Baran (1926-2011), a Polish-born in these environments. The best part
The brand serves over three hundred award, said Jewish American engineer, was a pioneer of my work is seeing the people using
beautiful smells, with the most precious “Nandakumar Rajalakshmi is the winner in the development of computer networks. my technology and knowing that it
being the “Oudh”, which Abdulla of this year’s Young Scholar Award for her He won the Marconi Prize in 1991 for benefits their well-being. As a computer
describes as “liquid gold”. outstanding research work in detecting inventing packet switching technology, scientist, I find it very fulfilling,”
In a tete-a-tete with the media, life-threatening symptoms "Being used in data communications, recalled Rajalakshmi.
Abdulla, who is the first of the using smartphones,” the recognised worldwide. Before Rajalakshmi developed the
third generation in the family Society said. by the Marconi Set up in 1975 by ApneaApp, diagnosing sleep apnea was
business, said: “We are focusing Inspired by bats, which Society is humbling Marconi’s daughter Gioia an expensive polysomnography test that
on India. Being proud Indians, use sonar to navigate in the and motivates me to excel Marconi Braga through involved an overnight stay in a hospital
we want to bring the best to our dark by sending acoustic further in this field and an endowment, the or sleep clinic connected to a tangle of
own country... It (the perfume) signals and using reflections to have a much larger Society annually awards wires, or in-home systems
has always been a part of Indian to identify objects, impact." outstanding individuals with high failure rates
culture, otherwise Kannauj (a Rajalakshmi, 28, has turned a whose scope of work and due to the accidental
decades-old perfume manufacturing smartphone into an active sonar influence emulate the principle of detachment
industry) couldn’t have happened... system to detect physiological activity “creativity in service to humanity” that of sensors
People wouldn’t have indulged.” Abdulla like movement or respiration in a human inspired Marconi. during sleep.
said fragrance has always been integral to body by a remote device. The young scholars are selected W h e r e a s ,
Indians. “In the southern part, Indian women wear “gajras”. It “Rajalakshimi’s system works by by an international jury of engineers ApneaApp needs
is not only because of the beauty, it’s also for the smell... People transmitting inaudible sound signals from from leading universities and firms on no instrumentation
offer flowers to idols because it’s a sign of purity... That is there a smartphone’s speaker and tracking nomination from their academic advisers. of the individual and
in the largest religion in India.  their reflections off the human body. The The award consists of $5,000 (Rs can track a person’s
“It has been a part of our culture... It just got lost for a while, reflections are analysed by algorithms and 362,500) and expenses to attend the breathing remotely
but it’s coming back and I’ve termed it ‘ghar wapsi’,” he added. signal processing techniques,” the Society annual ceremony. from home.
Born in Mumbai, Abdulla moved with his family to the said in the e-statement. “More than the prize, Young Scholars
UAE in 1988. He later travelled to the UK where he completed The system is disrupting the sleep are offered mentoring and guidance by
his Bachelors in Marketing and subsequently an MBA with industry by creating a non-intrusive, low- the Society’s distinguished roster of
specialisation in International Relations from Huron University. cost application -- ApneaApp for detecting engineering greats,” added the statement.
Abdulla finds “great potential” in the India market, which is sleep apnea, a breathing disorder that A post-doctorate scholar in the
currently their biggest target audience. affects millions of people the world over University of Washington’s Paul G.
“But like any brand, we need to start and as we are growing, and yet remains undiagnosed. Allen School of Computer Science &
the culture has to come into play over a period of time. The “I wanted to find a way to detect Engineering at Seattle, Rajalakshmi went
first name (that comes to people’s mind) when they think of physiological signals, like pulse and to the US in 2013 after a two-year stint
fragrances should be Ajmal... That’s the whole idea,” he said. heart rate, which are used for healthcare as a research assistant at Microsoft India
Often, people only think of “attars” – fragrance oils – applications. When I found that many Research Centre in Bengaluru during
when talking about fragrances from the Middle-East. Abdulla consumer electronic devices have 2011-13.
dismissed it as a “mental block”. speakers and microphones, I decided She graduated in B.Tech from
“People have not been involved in this category, so everything to study if inaudible signals could Guindy College of Engineering
they think is the most basic. (It is also) because they never took help detect physiological movement,” in Chennai after studying at TVS
interest in knowing what all are there in fragrances.” Rajalakshmi said. Lakshmi School in the temple town of
 The Indian Weekender Friday, September 14, 2018
NEW YORK MARKS 17TH
ANNIVERSARY OF 9/11 ATTACKS
A
mericans on Tuesday marked the 17th anniversary of
the Sept. 11, 2001, terrorist attacks that killed almost
3,000 people in New York, Virginia and Pennsylvania.
President Donald Trump attended a ceremony at the 9/11
memorial in Shanksville, Pennsylvania, near where United
Airlines Flight 93 crashed after 40 passengers and crew
members retook control of the plane from al-Qaida-affiliated
hijackers.
“Your tears are not shed alone, for they are shared grief with
an entire nation,” Trump told an audience of family members of
Flight 93 passengers and first responders.
“We grieve together for every mother and father, sister and
brother, son and daughter who was stolen from us at the Twin
Towers, the Pentagon, and here, in this Pennsylvania field."
‘“Flight 93 crashed yards from where we stand, just 20
minutes flying time from the United States capital. Through
their sacrifice, the 40 saved the lives of countless Americans,
and they saved our capital from a devastating strike,” Trump
said. “This field is now a monument to American defiance. This
memorial is now a message to the world, America will never
ever submit to tyranny. Thank you.”
WORLD 21
Mourners hold photos at the 9/11 Memorial.
Just outside Washington,
Vice President Mike Pence and
Defense Secretary Jim Mattis
attended a ceremony at the
Pentagon for families of those
killed when a hijacked plane
crashed into the building.
“To the families of the fallen,
gathered here and all those looking
on, the cherished final moments you
shared with your loved ones no doubt Children play among U.S. national flags erected to honor the victims
seems like just yesterday – a goodbye kiss, of the September 11, 2001 attacks in New York, at the campus of
a tender embrace, or one last wave. Just know that your nation Pepperdine University in Malibu, the United States
understands, that while we all suffered loss that day, we know out loud during a solemn ceremony. The hijackings were carried
you bear a special burden. But we gather here in the shadow of out by 19 men affiliated with al-Qaida. The deadliest attack on
the building where your loved ones departed this life to say that American soil since Pearl Harbor in 1941, the events of Sept.
you do not bear that burden alone,” Pence said. 11 permanently changed America's perception of security and
And in New York, hundreds of survivors and family members prompted then-President George W. Bush to declare war on
of those killed gathered at Ground Zero, where the Twin Towers terrorism and invade Afghanistan.
of the World Trade Center stood before two hijacked commercial Almost two decades later, the anniversary remains a painful
flights brought them down. The names of the victims were read reminder for the families of those who died.
22 SPORTS Friday, September 14, 2018 The Indian Weekender

INDIA VS ENGLAND: 
4-1 SCORELINE
DOESN’T MEAN
WE WERE OUTPLAYED:
VIRAT KOHLI
Indian cricket team skipper Virat Kohli on Tuesday said
India played fearless cricket and the team has a lot of
character but lacked in experience. Virat Kohli kneels after fielding during
the fifth cricket test match between
India and England at the Oval

I
ndia captain Virat Kohli said that scoreline is a fair one as England
the final scoreline of 1-4 is not a played better than us but we were
true reflection not outplayed barring the Lord’s
of how his Test,” Kohli said at the post-match
team competed presentation ceremony.
in the five-Test “The kind of cricket we have
series which played might not show on the
concluded on scorecard. But both the teams know
Tuesday. this series has been a competitive
“ I one,” he added.
think Kohli said the series has
the 1-4 been a great advertisement
for Test cricket.
“This has been a great
advert for Test cricket. The
fans will come and watch if
both teams play for a win.
" The basic idea was to go
out there and play the cricket
we are supposed to do,” he said.
“England are a professional side
and we realised that the game could
change with in two-three overs,”
Kohli said.
“England also don’t go for draws
and they played fearless cricket and
so did we.
"That is why you won’t see draws
in these kind of series.”
The Indian skipper was full of
praise for two centurions KL Rahul
and Rishabh Pant, who raised visions
of an improbable victory for the
visitors on the final day.
“I think a lot of credit has to go
to the two young guys (Rahul and
Pant),” Kohli said.
“I am delighted for both the guys
and it speaks of India’s future. We
did not take our opportunities.”
Kohli had special words of praise
for Pant, who scored his maiden Test
century Tuesday.
“Pant showed a lot of grit and
character. We have character in
the team and we just need some
experience.
"When you get into a zone when
you are not thinking about the result,
things go your way,” he said.
Kohli said despite the series defeat
India can take a lot of positives from
the series.
“We can take a lot of heart from
this but we need to apply ourselves
better the next time around,” he said.
“There is a reason why we voted
Sam (Curran) to be the Man of the
series. It takes character to come in
and play like that. He put England
forward in the 1st and 4th Test
match.”
The Indian skipper vouched
for result-oriented pitches in Test
matches like this series has provided.
“There should be exciting pitches
all over. The crowd wants results and
its good for the game,” he said.
As a parting shot, the Indian
captain congratulated Alastair on
completing a glorious cricketing
career.
“Just one word for Cook. You have
had a great career. All the best for
all your future endeavours,” Kohli
signed off.

My final Test script could not have been

written better: Alastair Cook
E
ngland batting all four results possible. It was a great advert for Test with England’s greatest cricketer, no disrespect to
great Alastair cricket,” Cook said at the post-match presentation. any other guys. But his (Anderson’s) skills to do it
Cook said that “It has been great moment, sad moments. The time and time again, you almost take it for granted,
the script of his last Test amount of hard work, the pressure and strain, I won’t that’s he’s going to hit a length. The game was a little
match could not have miss that. But you miss the highs and the rewards, bit tight, but he didn’t miss his length once.”
been written better as playing with this team, be great to see how they "It Anderson, on his part, said, “Happy
he bowed out with a develop. This week can’t be beaten, I can has been that Cooky was on the field to see
hundred against walk away with my head held high.” great moment, sad that wicket, it’s been a tough
India in London. Cook, who hit a 71 and 147 in the two moments. The amount week. When they were building
“Most amazing innings, described James Anderson, of hard work, the pressure the partnership it was looking
week, one you could not who became Test cricket’s highest and strain, I won’t miss that. like they would get close, my
h a v e scripted. Just been wicket-taking fast bowler, as England’s But you miss the highs and job was just to hold an end.
amazing, great to contribute to an best player of all time. the rewards, playing with “Thankfully we took the new
England win, and win the series 4-1. It “To see Jimmy pass Glenn McGrath’s this team, be great to see ball and gave me a chance to get
was also a great game of cricket, to go record was brilliant. That was the hardest how they develop." the wicket. Cook has been brilliant,
into the last session of the last day with bit, him and Broady are the ones I’ve played just being there all the time.”
the most with, England captain Joe Root admitted
to know I’ll never it was a tough series and said India played some
stand at slip and exceptional cricket.
drop another “Everyone watching would have been thrilled as
catch off them is well. India batted really well to get into that position
sad. We’ve lived in the final session,” Root said.
in each other’s Talking about Cook and Anderson, he said,
pickets for 12 “Alastair has been such an exceptional player for a
years,” said long time. He has been a huge part of our dressing
the 33-year-old room. Jimmy has a lot left I am sure. To achieve what
opener who retired he has is unbelievable.
with 12472 runs “He (Anderson) has been bowling as well as he
from 161 Tests in ever has. Hopefully, he can continue for many more
his name. years. We are growing all the time. Some young
“Been a guys have stood up and performed. We have a lot of
privilege to play learning to do.”
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A. Of course not! A good number of
our patients are older than 21. Not only can
braces align your bite and increases your
self-confidence, straightening your teeth
can significantly improve your oral health.
Adults are usually the best candidates for
aesthetic choices, such as ceramic braces and
Invisalign, so the treatment can be discreet.
Q. Will I feel pain when wearing
braces?
A. You should never feel real pain while
wearing braces. However, if you do, please
call us immediately.
When you first put on your braces and
after adjustments, your teeth may feel a bit
sensitive. This mild discomfort is easily
controlled with over-the-counter painkillers
and it disappears within a few days.
What our happy patients
have to say
Manisha Koushik is a practicing astrologer, tarot card reader, numerologist, vastu and fengshui
consultant based in India with a global presence through the online channels. She is available for
consultations online as well. E-mail her at support@askmanisha.com or contact
at +91-11-26449898 Mobile/Whatsapp: +91-9716145644 • www.askmanisha.com
Richard Kensington
In early 2017 I found Dr. Obli Raj’s Practice
located in what feels like a bank.
What a wonderful caring team from his
reception staff, dental assistants plus others
who have created a wonderful caring practice
which incorporates the latest technologies.
My teeth are a product of school dental
nurses in the 50’s and early 60’s who loved to
drill and install as much amalgam as possible.
During my many visits I have had teeth
repaired, some past preservation removed and
4 titanium implants and crowns installed.
His crowns fit first time which has not
been my prior experience. I enjoy my visits
– I value the professionalism and the care –
above all an honest practice which provides
value, care and an excellent level of skill. I
have more work to be done and I have no
hesitation in recommending Dr. Obli Raj and
his team.
Andrew Gordon
I have to thank Obli, Ravi, Manju and the
rest of the Classics Dental team for such a
phenomenal experience. I came to Classics
Dental just over 18months ago to obtain
braces to fix some crooked teeth.
As an adult this can seem like a daunting
experience, however, Obli was very
accommodating to my request, with his calm
and professional manner, making the process
seemingly effortless for my part.
He even went beyond what was expected
of him, in his time and experience, to gain the
perfect smile for me.
If you’re looking for a dental clinic that is;
efficient, highly professional, and cares for
their patients, the way they do, then this is the
place for you!
Sandra Watson
I have been with Dr Obli for about 3-4
years now. He is a total professional and very
focused on having his clients get precisely
what is needed at very affordable costs. I’ve
had a lot of dental work done and I would not
go to anyone else. I trust him completely with
my teeth. I highly recommend him and his
team.
For further question please contact
Ph: 09 636 0034 / reception@
classicsdental.co.nz
Address: 130 Onehunga mall road, Near
Onehunga Police station, Onehunga,
Auckland 106
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14 September to 20 September | By Manisha Koushik
ARIES (Mar 21-Apr 20)
Practice will make you perfect on the academic front. Be sensitive to the moods
of people around you. It is best not to discuss personal matters openly. Certain
things are best ignored, especially in the arena of love. You are likely to end up
paying more money for something that could have been bought for much less.
Improvement in health of those ailing will be slow, but steady. Lucky Number
: 1 / Lucky Colour : Cream
TAURUS (Apr 21-May 20)
You will need to do something special to celebrate a special event, so get started
right now. Clarify your position with superiors at work, before the blame game
gets to you. On the romantic front, the one you secretly admire is likely to warm
up to your attention. A car or a dream house is about to become a reality for some.
A drive to the countryside is likely to give you the thrills. Health front seems fine.
Lucky Number : 7 / Lucky Colour : Orange
GEMINI (May 21-Jun 21)
A problem on the professional front may beg your attention, so don’t ignore it.
Someone may appear rude and arrogant, but is loyal and trustworthy, so overlook
his or her shortcomings. Some new ideas may come to you regarding a venture
undertaken. Blessings of a family elder will be reserved for you for your helpful
nature. Create a serene and tranquil environment, if you want to retain focus on
your studies. Lucky Number : 22 / Lucky Colour : Electric Blue
CANCER (Jun 22-Jul 20)
You enjoy the week overall to the hilt. Several good options may face you on
the academic front, so be judicious in choosing. A property acquired by you may
start giving good returns. On the work front, don’t get be-fooled by a colleague,
who pretends what he or she is not. You may get a chance of meeting distant
relatives in a get-together. Lucky Number :4 / Lucky Colour : Dark Slate
Grey
LEO (Jul 21-Aug 22)
An issue regarding property may be taken up by you once again in the right
earnest. Don’t take any action without consulting the right people. You may
be invited over by someone you only had a passing acquaintance, so take your
call. Money poses no problems and will prompt you to become lavish in your
spending. On the fitness front, your efforts of coming back in shape succeed.
Lucky Number : 11 / Lucky Colour : Indigo
VIRGO (Aug 23-Sep 23)
You will find the going easy on the academic front. Your close associates may
seek your advice, before starting on a new venture. Don’t let paucity of time
deter you from continuing something that you have started. A marriage proposal
for the eligible may need to be weighed carefully. Give a serious thought to
getting back in shape. A change in programme is very likely, but it will suit you
better. Lucky Number : 5 / Lucky Colour : Turquoise
LIBRA (Sep 24-Oct 23)
Buying a piece of property is on the cards. Don’t let a situation get out of
hand, as it may not be in your favour. Encouragement to perform better will be
forthcoming on the academic front. Your plans for an outing with lover may get
postponed. Charting your career path will assume importance at this juncture.
A good night’s sleep is all that is required to bring your energy back. Lucky
Number : 3 / Lucky Colour : Lemon
SCORPIO (Oct 24-Nov 22)
Those with additional skills can hope to get a good break. Those in the rat race at
work may pip the rivals at the post to better their prospects. A new position in the
organisation may be given to you with additional responsibilities. You are likely
to get ready to organise a function or a wedding. Opting for a healthy diet will
be a step in the right direction. Your extrovert nature can click with an opposite
number. Lucky Number : 18 / Lucky Colour : Red
SAGITTARIUS (Nov 23-Dec 21)
Control your stubborn streak, as it can spell disaster in both personal and
professional spheres. Keep your ego under control at work, especially while
dealing with seniors. Guard against dubious investments, as loss is foreseen.
Your academic aspirations will get fulfilled only through legitimate means, so
don’t even think of shortcuts. Follow a regular routine to stay healthy. This week,
you may meet someone you like. Lucky Number : 9 / Lucky Colour : Rose
CAPRICORN (Dec 22-Jan 21)
A boost in efficiency can be expected, as you bring some more discipline in your
life. Becoming a bit harsh at work will be in order to prevent subordinates from
taking you for a ride. Your originality will win this week for you on the academic
front. Travelling to attend an important event is indicated. Body builders, boxers,
wrestlers and the like are certain to excel. A social function may find you under
the spotlight. Lucky Number : 8 / Lucky Colour : Electric Blue
AQUARIUS (Jan 22-Feb 19)
There is a fair chance of a flat or a plot getting allotted to you. Those feeling
stressed for the past few days may need to take things easy. Tensions prevailing
in your life will simply disappear. This week, it will be fun spending time with
someone close. You may need to curtail wasteful expenditure, if you want to go
in for something big. You may take up a fitness fad. Lucky Number : 11 / Lucky
Colour : Indigo
PISCES (Feb 20-Mar 20)
You may plan a get together. A deadline looms on the horizon, so tighten your
belt to meet it. Some professionals may feel stagnated and may not derive full
satisfaction in their present circumstances. You may have to motivate someone to
take your side through inducements. Don’t repose too much faith on a workplace
colleague or you may be let down. A good dose of relaxation will recharge you
completely. Lucky Number : 7 / Lucky Colour : Orange
 24 FEATURES
Fashion Style
These sarees will instantly make you look like a stunner
A
sk any Indian woman around the world what according to her is the classiest outfit and she’d instantly
answer, “Saree”. A saree is that six-yard of gorgeousness which instantly glams up a woman’s
charm and exudes elegance. Given India’s beautiful cultural diversity, there are way too many
varieties of sarees that are available and more so, different types of drape style. Be it the young or the old, a
party or a puja or a North-South-East-West Indian, a saree fits in perfectly for any occasion and any person.
Saree is that one thing that will never ever fade away. So keep on building your collection as you will never
have ‘too-many’ of these. Pick one from the styles that we have mentioned and bask in all the compliments
coming your way.
Chiffon Sarees
C hiffon sarees are forever classic. Who does
not remember Yash Chopra heroines clad in
chiffon sarees romancing their lovers in the snow
clad mountains?
This particular saree is not just classy but is
equally sexy. Indian royal women too have a
weakness for these and they are often seen pairing
their flowing fabric with pearl jewellery! We love!
 Handloom Sarees
T his type of saree is easily the one which
each woman treasures in her wardrobe. Our
handloom sarees oozes out rich ethnicity, blends
tradition and culture together and looks extremely
poise.
Each state has a speciality of their own which is
reflected in the saree which makes it so desirable.
Care for your nails
T
hands moisturised, coat the nails properly
and choose proper lacquer, suggest
experts.
• Practice good nail hygiene: Without
 Pastel Colour Sarees
P astel is the flavour of the season. It not just
soothes the eye but also looks gorgeous on each
and every individual. The softness of the colour
makes the entire look, look extremely pleasant.
Hues like soft pink, aqua blue, dusted yellow are
colours that always make a way into the heart. Team
it up with jadau jewellery and you’re super good
to go.
Printed Sarees
• Choose correct nail lacquer and nail
 Such a delight a printed saree is to the eyes. They
are weightless, they bring in character and look
extremely breezy. Let your saree be the hero of the
look, sso you can go easy with your accessories. Opt
for silver oxidized jadau jewellery or chandbalis
and wear a pair of strappy nude heels.
Friday, September 14, 2018
aking care of ones nails is very
important when it comes to
maintaining hygiene. Keep your
proper care, the nails become brittle
and thin and so, it is essential to have a
regular maintenance routine. Manicure
and pedicure help in keeping healthy
and shiny looking nails. Ensure that
you stick to salons that have technicians
who have undergone proper training.
Wear gloves for better nail care when
working with your hands, such as when
you are gardening or housecleaning, to
protect the polish and keep dirt out of
your nails.
care collection: Wearing nail polish
does not harm your healthy nails, but
many of your favourite nail polishes
and acrylics, are full of harsh chemicals
that cause nail brittleness, dryness, and
thinning. Ensure that you use products
that are paraben-free, sulfate-free,
formaldehyde-free, toxin-free, gluten-
free, cruelty-free and vegan.
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Pick a nail colour remover that treats
conditions that adversely affect nails and
cuticles, preferable something that has the
unique goodness of Vitamins A, C, and E.
• Hydrate your hands: It is advised to
wash the hands with lukewarm water
to help keep the hands and nails soft
and smooth. Also, apply a hand cream
frequently which is enriched with fruit
extracts. It will help in restoring and
make the hands look hydrated and
moisturised.
• Coat it up: Bottom and top coat may
seem unimportant, but they help to
keep our nails from chipping, splitting,
cracking and strengthen and protect
the nail from being stained. The coats
also do an awesome job smoothing
imperfections. Try and pick up a top
coat which has an external barrier harder
than traditional top coats, so it’s more
durable against wear and damage. Also
look for UV protection in the formula
to combat environmental damage to
include fading and yellowing.
• Nail extension: The nails are one of
the parts of the body that can say more
of a person. In fact, many people look
at the hands because they say a lot
about each other’s personality, the way
of life. Presentable nails are equally
important and if the nails do not grow
and are short, it’s beneficial to get nail
extension done.
Take care of your nail extensions. Make
sure that you fix the damaged nails as
soon as possible and keep an eye out for
dryness, redness and peeling of skin or
cuticles.
• Moisturise cuticles: Taking care of the
cuticles is a critical part for a healthy
growing nail. Dry, cracking cuticles not
only make nails look messy, they can
also cause hangnails and just plain hurt.
Cuticles are part of your skin and serve
the important purpose of acting as your
nail’s protective barrier. Moisturise and
massage with oils which have healing
properties such as Argan Oil to restore
moisture and repair damages.
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RECIPES
CHICKEN
CHICKEN DOPIAZA
Chicken cooked with tender onions in a tomato sauce
A
ccording to epicurean folklore, this • 1 tsp garam masala powder powder and coriander powder,
Ruby Dhillon India’s Most Wanted Recipies | 109

dish originated in the Mughal Emperor • 1 tsp cumin powder mix well. Add chicken and onion rings • L o w e r
Akbar’s royal kitchen. ‘Dopiaza’ is • 1 tsp coriander powder to the marinade, mix well to coat evenly. the heat; add
a Persian word that describes the traditional • 6 onions, thinly sliced into rings Cover and marinate in the refrigerator for at lemon juice and salt to the chicken, mix
method of adding onions twice to the • 2 Tbsp butter least 4 hours, preferably overnight. well.
preparation – in rings as well as in the gravy. In • 2 tsp garlic paste • Melt butter in a heavy-bottomed pan on • Cover and simmer until the chicken is
this contemporary version, the dish requires • 2 tsp ginger paste medium heat. Add garlic paste, stir, add cooked through and well coated with the
only the onion rings. It is particularly popular in • 3–4 green chillies, finely chopped ginger paste, stir and sauté for 1–2 minutes. onion masala (water can be added if the
the city of Hyderabad. • 3 tomatoes, roughly chopped 2 tsp lemon Add chopped green chillies, stir, then add gravy becomes too thick).
juice tomatoes, stir and cook for 2–3 minutes • Garnish with chopped coriander.
Preparation Time: 15 min • Salt, to taste until the tomatoes are soft and oil surfaces. • Serve hot with Roti or Butter Naan
Cooking Time: 25 min • 1/2 cup fresh coriander leaves chopped • Add chicken with it’s marinade to the
Serves: 8 / Tastes: Medium tomato masala, mix well. Stirring the Ruby's Tip: For the onion rings, slice the
METHOD: chicken occasionally, cook over a medium onions across the grain of the onion’s natural
INGREDIENTS: • Clean, wash and cut the chicken onto bite- to high heat without covering, as onions will layers (not vertically) and separate the onions
• 1 kg chicken boneless sized pieces, cover and keep aside. release their water and the chicken tends to rings with your fingers. You can also use
• 1 cup plain yoghurt • In a large bowl, whisk the yoghurt, add red cook in it’s water. vertically chopped onions instead of onion
• 1 tsp red chilli powder chilli powder, garam masala powder, cumin • This will take 6-8 minutes. rings.

Masala Idli
M
asala Idli is a South Indian quick snack recipe • 2 tablespoon sesame oil
made with leftover idlis, tomatoes, curry leaves and • 2 teaspoon urad dal
mustard seeds. • 2 teaspoon mustard seeds
An easy-to-make and delicious snack recipe, your kids would • 1 handful curry leaves
love to have it in their breakfast. You can also prepare this For Garnishing
delicious yet little spicy dish as a tiffin recipe for your lunch • 1/2 teaspoon spice oregano
and even an evening snack. Masala Idli can also be served as
an appetizer before any meal and is a great way to make use of METHOD
those leftover idlis. You can also garnish this idli recipe with • A treat for those who love spicy yet tangy flavours, Masala
oregano seasoning and chilli flakes to make it spicier. Masala Idli is prepared by chopping the cooked idlis into small
Idli tastes best when paired with a cup of piping hot tea or filter pieces. But, if you are using mini idlis, then you can skip this
coffee. step. Then, take a frying pan and heat a little oil in it over a
Total Time: 20 Min moderate flame. Add the tempering ingredients and fry for
Preparation Time: 10 Min about 30 seconds.
• When these ingredients crackle, add the finely chopped
INGREDIENTS onions and saute for a minute or two. Saute the onions till
from time to time and add the chopped idli pieces or the mini
• 2 medium finely chopped onion they turn slightly pinkish in hue.
idlis and stir gently, so as not to break them. Once done,
• 2 pinches salt • After sauteing the onions, add the chopped tomatoes and
transfer the masala idlis to a serving bowl.
• 12 idli cook for about 2 minutes. Then, add red chilli powder and
• Garnish this idli pe with some oregano and serve with a hot
• 1 tablespoon red chilli powder salt in the pan. Mix all the ingredients well.
cup of tea.
• 2 medium chopped tomato • Pour about 1/2 cup of water and cook
For Tempering until the masala begins to thicken. Keep stirring the mixture

Stir-fried exotic oriental vegetables

S
tir-fried Exotic Oriental Vegetables • 30 gm mushroom • 1 teaspoon spring onions
is an easy and healthy recipe for your • 10 ml virgin olive oil • How to make Stir-fried Exotic Oriental
day-to-day nutrition needs. Stir-fry can • 10 gm garlic Vegetables
be your favourite pick when it comes to quick • 2 gm sugar • To begin with the cooking process heat oil
yet healthy dinners. This Chinese recipe is a • 30 gm Chinese cabbage in wok and add chopped garlic into it. Now
smart and tasty way to make your fussy kids • 20 gm asparagus saute for at least 30 seconds.
eat vegetables. • 20 gm zucchini • Add blanched vegetables into the wok.
• 20 gm carrot Then add oyster sauce, salt, broth powder,
Total Time: 15 min • 15 ml oyster sauce sugar and stock.
Preparation Time: 10 min • 30 ml veg stock • Stir cook for a minute. Finish this dish by
• 3 ml sesame oil pouring sesame oil.
INGREDIENTS • Serve hot in a plate and garnish with spring
• 30 gm bok choy METHOD onions.
• 30 gm broccoli For Garnishing
• 20 gm snow peas
 26 TIME OUT
CROSSWORD NO: 28
SUDOKU NO: 28
HITORI NO: 28
Hitori – a logic puzzle with very simple
rules and challenging solutions. Can
you eliminate numbers until there are
no duplicates in any row or column?
Objective / Rules
Eliminate numbers until there are
no duplicates in any row or column.
Eliminate numbers by marking
Friday, September 14, 2018 The Indian Weekender
QUIZ QUESTIONS NO: 28 ANSWERS TO LAST WEEK'S QUESTIONS
1. What is the name of the
Australian stick or toy that is
designed to come back to you
when thrown?
2. How many days are there in
June?
3. What was the name of the monk
in the Robin Hood legend?
4. What form of aerial transport
does a witch favour? The
Beatles music band featured
how many members?
5. True or false? Scarlet is a bright
red color.
6. What galaxy is Earth located
in?
7. What is the first element on the
periodic table of elements?
8. Who was created by Gepetto
the woodcarver?
9. What is the name of the Lion
in The Lion, The Witch and the
Wardrobe?
10. How many wives did Henry
VIII have?
11. Name the four main characters
from the cartoon series ‘Teenage
Mutant Ninja Turtles’.
12. What is the capital of Hawaii?
13. What is the name of the actor
who plays the character of
Harry Potter in the movie
series?
14. Who discovered rubber?
15. What is the name of the Greek
God of music?
16. Who painted the Mona Lisa?
17. Who was the first gymnast to be
awarded a perfect score of 10 at
the Olympics?
18. What was Mickey Mouse’s
original name?
19. In which year did the Titanic
sink?
Mortimer Mouse 20. In the year 1912
16. Apollo 17. Leonardo da Vinci 18. Nadia Comaneci 19.
13. Honolulu 14.Daniel Radcliffe 15. Charles Macintosh
11.6 12. Donatello, Leonardo, Raphael and Michael Angelo
True 7. The Milky Way 8. Hydrogen 9. Pinocchio 10. Aslan
1. Boomerang 2. 30 3.Friar Tuck 4. Broomstick 5. 4 6.
Send us stories,
drawings, poems and
other contributions by
your little ones along
with their photographs
for this page. E-mail
us at reporter@
indianweekender.co.nz
SPOT THE DIFFERENCE NO: 28
See how many differences you can find in the right or left photo.
them in Black.
You are not allowed to have two
Black squares touching horizontally
or vertically (diagonally is ok).
Any White square can be reached
from any other (i.e. they are
connected).
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One life, many lifetimes: Reincarnation explained

CHANDER PRAKASH SATIJA incarnate, however, Plato believed it would

B
end up in eternal damnation. The Western ideal
elief in reincarnation theory has been
of karma and the Christian one of Hell are
adhered to in the East as well in the West.
believed to have their origin here.
We look at the many manifestations of
Reincarnation also played a strong role in
reincarnation theology, how it relates to karma
the rich spiritual beliefs of many of the pagan
and most importantly, how it relates to you.
peoples of the Europe.
Kabir Sahib, a most revered Indian Saint
Greek and Roman writers were surprised
says:
to discover that the Druids, the Celtic priests
“O Kabir, the soul is a particle of God;
believed in reincarnation. Even Julius Caesar
Though it is in the body, it is never destroyed.”
wrote of the Celts: “They wish to inculcate this
Mary Wollstonecraft, a leading feminist
as one of the leading tenets, that soul do not
writer of the 19th  century, once wrote: “It
become extinct, but pass after death from one
appears to me impossible that I should cease
body to another and they think that men by this
to exist, or that this active, restless spirit,
tenet are in great degree stimulated to valour,
equally alive to joy and sorrow should be only
the fear of death being disregarded.”
organised dust – ready to fly abroad the moment
The Old testament provides a valuable source
the spring snaps or the spark goes out, which
of examples of karmic law with penalties
kept it together. Surely something resides in the
being exacted for harmful or devious actions.
heart that is not perishable – and life is more
Christ Himself talked openly about karmic law,
than a dream. 
though without using that term.
Ecclesiastes, a western mystic says,” What
His Sermon on the Mount being a perfect
has been will be again, What has been done
example. Here Jesus taught: “Judge not, lest
will be done again; There is nothing new under
you be judged…..Blessed are the merciful, for
the sun.”
they shall obtain mercy.”
Guru Arjan Dev calls the world the “field of
Later on, His capture by temple guards in
karmas.” The world is a vast field of actions and
the garden at Gethsemane, Jesus rebukes the
reactions. Cause and effect are truly its warp
apostle Peter to put his sword away: “He who
and woof. Whatever deeds good or bad, we do
lives by the sword, dies by the sword”.
in this world, we must bear their consequences.
Early Church father, the Saint Gregory
All go spinning as in a merry go round, in one
noted,”It is absolutely necessary that the
life after another. This is the cycle of lives, “the
soul shall be healed and purified, and if does
Wheel of Births and Deaths “or the wheel of
not take place in one life on earth it must be
eightyfour” i.e. 8.4 million species in which
accomplished in future earthly lives.”
all living beings have been imprisoned for
Some of the most vivid examples of past life
countless ages.
recall have come from children and this continue
Guru Arjan Dev ji further says: “For countless
to provide uncanny evidence of reincarnation
lives thou diverse forms didn't take of elephant,
among sceptics and non-believers. While
insect, fish or snake, of horse or deer, bird or
"spirit influence” can play a part in some of the
tree And thus were aeons passed by thee, Much
cases, it is by no means a clear cut solution and
time in misery has thou spent, Till thou a human
some children continue to stun their parents by
form were lent, In this form fortune brought to
mentioning incidents from the past
thee, By effort right thou God canst see.”
The human mind is incapable of visioning the Memories lost
vastness of this cosmic evolutionary cycle. The The Zohar of Kaballa implies we are given
“They
air around us is literally packed with minute only as much information as we need to help
wish to inculcate
microscopic creatures. us overcome karmic traps and obstacles in our
this as one of the
Every creature, even ants, flies and present existence. Only a chosen few will retain
leading tenets, that soul
mosquitos, it should again be emphasized some glimmer of their “light state” before
so difficult? Why do I do not become extinct, but Unlike the Hindus,
,possesses an immortal soul, according to incarnation and they will spend their mortal
struggle in this life, while pass after death from one body Buddhists deny the
the age old teachings of the Saints. To many lives trying to restore that state of being.
my neighbour seems to to another and they think that existence of permanent self
western people, this is an entirely new idea. The veil of forgetfulness is, in many cases,
be blessed with the best of men by this tenet are in great that reincarnates from one
But to those who live in the East, it has a blessing.
everything? degree stimulated to valour, lifetime to the next. Following
always been an accepted and unquestionable Mahatma Gandhi once described this “veil”
Why did I survive that car the fear of death being the dictates of karma, however
fact. Even vegetables and food grains as mercy. “Life,” he said, “would be a burden
accident when everyone else disregarded." something say the Buddhists has
have souls.               if we carried with such a tremendous load of
around me was injured or killed? to reincarnate and that “something”
Lord Krishna, one of the great religious memories.” I think he is right.
Why are some people rich, while is Karma and a mental body whatever
teachers of India, is said to have pointed A life interrupted by suicide is one of
others are at the brink of starvation? shape that body happens to take.
out to Udho, one of his disciples, that an ant the most challenging of karmic lessons to
While karma does not have to every single Most Buddhists believe passionately that
which Udho was looking at, had, during its be learned. Suicide is never an escape and
challenge we may ever experience in our lives, it’s extremely fortunate to be reborn as human
course of transmigration  been Indra, the Lord Buddhists believe the soul reincarnates almost
it can provide some very important answers, as being as bad deeds in one life time can lead to
of Paradise, and Brahma, the creator of the immediately. This makes euthanasia and
we shall see. a person being reborn in a lower life form such
physical universe. abortion particularly problematic.
The classic form of reincarnation doctrine as an animal.
If such gods can be incarnated as tiny ants,
was formulated in India when Brahmana In the West, however, the doctrine of Nature’s law never stop working.
there is no reason why humans beings should
writings were composed from original oral reincarnation was also being shaped. In the Laws of nature, of course, don’t care whether
believe that they are exempt from this law of
Vedic texts.  ancient cultures of the Mediterranean, Plato, you know about them or believe in them. They
Karmas. After death many souls, heavy with
Later, during the 7th  and 5th  centuries BC, Socrates and Pythagoras shared similar beliefs go on doing their job regardless.
burden of sins, sink to the lowest hells where
the Upanishads defined this concept even more on the transmigration of the soul that were The law of reincarnation is universal.it is
they stay for many ages.
clearly and it was about this time in history fundamentally different from eastern concepts. applicable to all living being on the earth planet,.
In many cases even after a soul has suffered
that the doctrine of reincarnation began to be In fact, the first definition of soul migration whether you believe in it or not. Problems come
untold agonies there, it is not permitted to enter
adopted by other eastern religions that had their actually came from Pythagoras, the Greek from us, not the cosmos.
a human body.
origins in India, namely Buddhism and Jainism. philosopher and mathematician who taught that To conclude, ‘Our life on earth is almost
But after a seemingly endless sojourn in
As Buddhism spread throughout Asia, soul is immortal and merely resides in the body, entirely a matter of balancing our karmic
inferior bodies, the soul will come back once
the idea of reincarnation was integrated into thus surviving bodily death. accounts.
again to the human body.
Chinese Taoism.  Pythagoras held that the soul undergoes a We are not able to enjoy our spiritual wealth
Thus Karma and reincarnation go hand in
Yet while the concepts of reincarnation series of rebirths and that after it has completed because we are so involved with paying the
hand for they tell us that our soul, as it journeys
and Karma shared many similarities among this cycle of rebirths, it is purified and can leave debts incurred by our wrong actions and
along the patterns of birth, maturation and
these various doctrines, there were various the transmigration or reincarnation cycle. receiving the rewards of our right actions. Even
death, has the renewed opportunity of rebirth
fundamental differences. The philosopher Plato, while sharing though it’s more pleasant to be a creditor than
and with it, the renewed  opportunity to grow
To this day, Hindus, for example, believe the similar views to those of Pythagoras on the a debtor, both parties are in pawn to the karmic
in goodness, to expand in love, to overcome
entire physical and mental complex a human eternal nature of the soul, claimed that the account books.’ Guru Nanak says as under:
the trials and tribulations of this lifetime.
being consists of is reconstructed at (re) birth soul could become impure during these bodily “The lord the scroll shall open, And will
Indeed, karma and reincarnation remind us that
according to Karma. inhabitations although minimal former life account demand.”
everything we do today we have been building
At this level, the newly shaped person knowledge remained.
towards for many many years. But they also do (Some of the excerpts for the above article
experiences the “fruits” of her or his action However, if through its journeying the soul
so much more. have been taken from Claire Porter
from previous lives and has to do his/ her best continues doing good and eliminates its bodily
They can help us, if we are really in tune with a, freelance journalist’s, article of the
to stop the vicious cycle of birth-death and impurities, it will return to its pre-existence same name in the Well being mysteries
things, to make sense out of the big questions
rebirth avidya-karma-samsara. state. If the soul continually deteriorates while magazine)
in our lives: Why are all my relationships
 28 ENTERTAINMENT Friday, September 14, 2018 The Indian Weekender

Kangana Ranaut is a staunch feminist. At an

event in Delhi, she was asked about how Deepika Padukone:
women of today are playing different If you’re looking at
roles and taking up new challenges a career in the long
K run, it’s important to
angana Ranaut has always fought and stood
up for herself. Every time she spoke
about her characters from Queen
to Tanu Weds Manu to Simran, the replenish emotionally
D
uring an interaction with a leading magazine,

KANGANA:
feminist within her came out loud
and clear. And she has been Deepika Padukone opened up about her brave
inspiring millions to be a decision of taking a sabbatical. The actor was
part of this movement. last seen in Padmaavat, released this year.

IF FEMININE
At an event in Delhi, Deepika Padukone was last seen in Padmaavat earlier
she was asked about this year.
how women of The actor was all set to be seen in Vishal Bhardwaj’s

CEASES TO
directorial, a biopic based on gangster Sapna Didi
today are playing
alongside Irrfan Khan. But as the Karwaan actor was
different roles and
diagnosed with a neuroendocrine tumour, the project
taking up new
was put in a backburner.

EXIST THEN
challenges.
However, from a very long time, there were several
Replying to reports making the rounds about Deepika’s next project
that Kangana but nothing has been confirmed as of yet. During an

THE WORLD
said, “Everybody interaction with ELLE India magazine, the actor was
knows their own asked about her sabbatical.
challenges every When Deepika was quizzed if this brave decision was
day.

WILL BECOME
Like A housewife
sometimes has more
challenges than an
actress on a set.
So, I really don't have a
specific advice. But people
a deliberate move, she replied, “Yeah, because I feel like
— and I like the word you used, brave — there always
seems to be this pressure on women, especially in f i l m ,
to do everything now, make hay while
ABSOLUTELY the sun shines…” Deepika further
said, “And I think, somewhere, I
got fed up with people telling me

UGLY
who are working, now the that. I don’t look at my career like
roles have changed drastically and that.” Deepika went on to add, “The
women who are in the position of power perception that it is short-lived, so
they find very hard to manoeuvre around men because you have to make the most of it.
they are not used to seeing women in power.” If you’re looking at a career in the
She went on to add that women of power in workplaces often get bullied or harassed and even long run, it’s important to replenish
emotionally, and that’s why this break
taken for a ride.
is important.” 
“Somebody who is much inferior, very much junior to them can answer back and say things
Meanwhile, on the personal
which are downright nasty and horrible.
front, Deepika is all set
So, women in a position of power are very vulnerable these days and it is very unfortunate that
to tie the knot with her
some of us are succumbing to be very masculine and absolutely macho, which is not the right way longtime beau and
to go. I feel that women are absolutely beautiful and if feminine ceases to exist then the world will actor Ranveer Singh.
become absolutely ugly.” However, during
“Even though it is very hard to be receptive, feminine, genteel, beautiful and getting things done, an interaction
we need a lot of support and cooperation for feminine to continue in workplaces. We are going to make with the media,
work look more beautiful and prettier,” shared Kangana. Deepika kept
Meanwhile, Kangana Ranaut's much controversial movie Manikarnika: The Queen of Jhansi might mum about
be giving sleepless nights to Ranaut but the actor is adamant to make it a worthwhile experience for her rela-
the audience. tionship
The movie is releasing next year in January but Ranaut will be launching the teaser and did
"Even not speak
for the war drama on October 2, 2018. The makers are planning to release the trailer
though it is very about it.
by November.
hard to be receptive, But
Kangana has taken the charge for the movie in the absence of director Krish
feminine, genteel, beautiful when she
who is busy helming another project and is currently making sure to reshoot a
and getting things done, we was asked
few portions
need a lot of support about her plans
Kangana is also keen to give the movie her own touches with help from
and cooperation for for immediate fu-
action director Nick Powell.
feminine to continue ture, the dimpled
Kangana was recently spotted with blood stains on her face after they shot
in workplaces." beauty quipped,
for an action sequence for the film. In the picture, she is seen sporting a warrior's
“You’ll know soon.”
outfit with a sword in her hand.

Fatima Sana Shaikh in lead roles. It is written a sequel which stars Tiger Shroff, Ananya
Manikarnika: The Queen Sui Dhaaga
UP COMING MOVIES

and directed by Vijay Krishna Acharya and Panday and Tara Sutaria in lead roles.
of Jhansi produced by Aditya Chopra under Yash Raj Student Of The Year 2 Release Date:
23rd November, 2018
Films production.

Zero
I t is the most anticipated movie of the year.
Shah Rukh Khan will be playing a dwarf
in the film while Katrina Kaif is playing

S tarring Kangana Ranaut, Sonu Sood and

Ankita Lokhande, Manikarnika: The
Queen of Jhansi is an Indian biographical
S tarring Varun Dhawan and Anushka
Sharma, Sui Dhaaga is a film based
an alcoholic diva. Much about Anushka
Sharma’s character hasn’t been revealed.
Zero Release Date 2018: 21st December
on government of India’s Make in India
film based on the life of Rani Laxmibai of 2018
initiative. It is helmed by Sharat Katariya
Jhansi. Actress Kangana Ranaut will be
and produced by Yash Raj Films. Thugs of Hindostan Release Date:
playing the titular role of Rani Laxmibai
Sui Dhaaga Release Date: 28th Diwali 2018
while Ankita Lokhande is essaying the role
September, 2018
of Jhalkari Bai. The movie is helmed by Student Of The Year 2
Thugs of Hindostan
I
National Award-winning director Krish.
t is the sequel of popular 2012 film

T
Manikarnika: The Queen of Jhansi
hugs of Hindostan has Aamir Khan, Student Of The Year helmed by Karan
Release Date: Not yet decided
Katrina Kaif, Amitabh Bachchan and Johar. The franchise is being revived with
 The Indian Weekender Friday, September 14, 2018 ENTERTAINMENT 29

TALENT, HARD WORK, PERSEVERANCE NEEDED

TO MAKE NAME IN ANY CINEMA: R. MADHAVAN
R
. Madhavan, who began his acting their families, but also through research and “I was confident of getting back on
career on the small screen and went on analysis by experts. Appealing to the common screen. I love what I do, and work keeps
to make his name in both the southern man’s aspirations, the show delves on the life me going,” he said. He is confident
and Hindi film industry, says a combination of of celebrities from different walks of life. The that “Mega Icons” will inspire many
talent, hard work and perseverance is needed list includes cricketer Virat Kohli, politician lives.
to cement one’s space in cinema anywhere in and actor Kamal Haasan, former President “What is really interesting
the world. Asked about his take on whether A.P.J. Abdul Kalam, spiritual leader and Nobel is that the show is bringing
laureate Dalai Lama, and social activist and together some of the most
actors from southern India face any problem
India’s first women IPS officer Kiran Bedi. inspiring personalities,
being accepted in Bollywood, "If selected carefully from varied
Madhavan said over phone: “I Madhavan is excited.
you’re talented walks of life; and I believe
don’t think that’s the case.” “When we look at these personalities,
and hardworking, you every story will reveal
“If you’re talented and will get what you deserve, we wonder whether they were born answers to many questions
hardworking, you will eventually. It also depends to be great, and their success defined we have always wondered
get what you deserve, from day one – or if their journey about geniuses,” said the
on what actors want to do
eventually. It also and what makes them happy. through life, their experiences and actor. On the work front,
depends on what actors hard work, really shaped them into Madhavan also did a web
There are actors who are
want to do and what the giants we revere. series “Breathe”, which had
sticking to one genre
makes them happy. There “The show will not only discuss the received a positive response.
and are happy."
are actors who are sticking to journey of these icons, but will also help Any plans to do more web
one genre and are happy. There are shaping the actions of millions in the country series?
also people who are doing multiple genres, and who aspire to make it big,” he said. “Yes, that is an interesting
they are happy too. As Kamal Haasan is one of the personalities space and, of course, if there is
“Having said that, you need to have on the show, Madhavan said: “I’ve grown up an exciting script, I’d love to take
a combination of talent, hard work and watching his films. I’ve admired his acting and it up,” he said. The digital world
perseverance to make a name in any cinema him as a person ever since I’ve got into cinema. is a great platform for young blood,
you enter.” He is a powerhouse of knowledge, whose who are full of talent and energy. With
Known for films like Rehnaa Hai Terre Dil commitment to cinema is unbeatable. so much content being produced in a
Mein, 3 Idiots, Rang De Basanti, Tanu Weds “I have learnt from him that you need to be short span of time, it’s a great platform
Manu and its sequel Tanu Weds Manu Returns your character when you enact in front of the for some newcomers to shine. “Of course,
and Saala Khadoos, the actor will be soon camera. Whenever I meet him, I feel like the there are experienced people as well working
seen hosting National Geographic’s new series same 16-year-old boy, with utmost admiration for the digital business, which also gives a
Mega Icons, premiering on September 24. for him.” Madhavan is also someone who is chance for the newcomers to work and learn
Each episode would be a journey into the admired by fans all over. And his fan following with them. I think we are already seeing some
great talents who are doing great on the digital traditional
life of an iconic personality, with help of not increased when he came back fit and in form
platform, and then they are also bagging roles in cinema,”
only intimate interviews of the icons and after a sabbatical due to a shoulder injury.
added the actor.

Dia Mirza: Desire to pen book on My struggle story in Bollywood

might inspire many: Govinda
India’s unsung conservation heroes
B
ollywood actor Govinda,

A
ctor-environmentalist Dia
Mirza, who could soon pen
a new book on the “unsung”
foot soldiers of conservation in India,
said here that her literary tastes have
evolved over the past years.
Speaking at the launch of a poetry
collection here, Dia said that she has
“a deep desire to write a book on the
unsung heroes of India, who are on
the frontier of, or are the foot soldiers
of, conservation”.
“The book will be about those
heroes who put their life at risk to
protect nature and wildlife, the planet
and all of us,” she said.
The UN Environment’s Goodwill
Ambassador for India also said
preparations for the book are already
underway.
“I’ve done my research; I know
who exactly I want to write about. It’s
only a matter of taking the time out
and sitting down to write it,” shared
Dia, who is one of Bollywood’s
most active spokespersons on
environmental issues.
What’s more is that the book could
be expected within the next year.
On the acting front, Dia, who
was last seen in Sanju (2018) as
Maanayata Dutt, is all set to play
the character of Khanzada Begum
-- Mughal ruler Babur’s sister -- in
Nikkhil Advani’s Moghuls.
The historical show, also starring
actors Ronit Roy and Shabana
Azmi, has been adapted from Alex
Rutherford’s six-volume historic
fiction novel “Empire of the
Moghul”.
Asked if she has read the complete
novel, the “Rehna Hai Terre Dil
Mein” star responded that she had to. who is coming up with a new
She added that when approached comedy film Fryday says,
with Khanzada’s role, she realised though he is not in a mood to watch
“the character hadn’t cropped up in a bio-pic on his life soon, his journey
any of the history books” that she
as an outsider who achieved success,
had read.
would be inspirational for many
Explaining her motivation behind
budding artistes.
the read, the actor said it helped
During the trailer launch of
her “understand the circumstances
that the person lived in; and to Fryday, on Saturday, while asked
embody the time, the emotion, and about his interest in bio-pic on his
the understanding of the world as it life, Govinda said: “I do not think
existed that time.” that making a bio-pic on my life at
The former Miss Asia Pacific, who this point of my career is a good idea
has recently finished reading The Silk – I am working on films. But I think
Road, said her literary tastes have starting from zero, in a film industry
evolved over the years, but history that does not give any newcomers a
"I
books are her current favourites. chance easily, to make it to the
am working
Dia also named Shashi top is surely an interesting
on films. But I think
Tharoor and Romila Thapar journey of my life; that is
starting from zero, in a
as two of her favourite Indian inspirational.”
authors, terming them as film industry that does not
He said: “While in
“incredibly engaging and give any newcomers a chance
poverty, people tend to
insightful” writers. easily, to make it to the top
get depressed it is wise
“I think so much is surely an interesting
to accept the situation Remembering
of your evolution is journey of my life; that
and win over it (that I did). one of his early
determined by which is inspirational."
So that will be an interesting days, he said: “A
literary works you
watch,” added the Saajan Chale film becomes hit with
expose your mind
Sasural famed actor. the equal participation of every
and heart to,” she
The occasion was graced by the actors and crew members. When I
said, adding that
cast and crew of the film Fryday, was doing Shola Aur Shabnam, I was
she wouldn’t be
half the person including Varun Sharma, Vijendra so amazed to watch Anupam Kher-
she is, had she Kale, director Abhishek Dogra ji, that I couldn’t deliver dialogues
not read the among others. properly. The same happened with
works she has. The story of the film revolves Kader Khan saab. After ages, I
The actor also lis te d around two character played by met the actor Vijendra Kale who
Hitchhiker’s Guide To The Varun and Govinda. amazed me to that level with his
Galaxy, Tuesdays with Morrie and Praising his co-star, Govinda said, performance. I am so glad to work
Other Worlds of Isaac Asimov “Varun is too good in the film, he with these talented people.”
as books that had “an indelible performed fantastically. I kept telling Fryday is directed by Abhishek
impression on her mind”. Varun that if he and I reduce a few Dogra, featuring Govinda and Varun
kilos, we are superstars!” and is releasing on October 12.
30 FEATURES Friday, September 14, 2018 The Indian Weekender

Date: Sunday, September 23 and musical performances, Indian food stalls

CAB New Lynn Bharatanatyam
Date: Saturday, September 15
Time: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Extravaganza 2
Venue: English Language Partners, Level 1, Date: Sunday, September 16 presents a wonderful opportunity for the two
3091 Great North Road, New Lynn Time: 6 p.m. to 10 p.m.
CAB New Lynn is holding a free information Venue: Gallaghar Academy of Performing
session for newcomers on Finding Employment Arts, Gate 2b, Knighton Road, Hamilton
in New Zealand, Session1. Join our Finding Sutra Academy’s Bharatanatyam Extravaganza
Employment Information Series and learn 2, Live International Musicians Led by Dr
Preparing for working in New Zealand. The Suresh Ramachandra; Artistic Director: Melanie
Jeyakumar; Hamilton Dance Students (School
process of finding job in New Zealand, Your
employment Rights, Facilitated by Adon Kumar, Students and Adults), Indian Classical Dance.
And also listen to our guest speaker from Adult tickets: $20/-, Kids (5-12 years) $10/-,
Migrant Aotearoa New Zealand on avoiding Family Ticket (2 Adults and 2 kids) $50/-. Please
Migrant Exploitation. Lunch provided. To register contact: Melanie-0212387287, Jeya- 021815427
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Time: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Venue: Ashbury Park, Timaru
Hosted by Dunedin Tamil
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In another first, the Canterbury TAMIL Society
and Dunedin Tamil-Society will come together
for a friendly T20 cricket game in Timaru, which
is halfway between Dunedin and Christchurch,
in September 2018. In addition to being able
to play and view some great cricket, this also
Tamil communities to get-together, make
connections and build friendships. This may
pave the way for future collaborations between
the two societies. Please see details of the
event below. It is likely to be a potluck/picnic
event with more specific details to follow once
attendee numbers are known. Please contact
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Dekh Dhamala Pendiyan
Date: Saturday, September 22 English trasnlation will be available
Time: 6 p.m. onwards
Venue: Vodafone Event Centre, 770 Great
South Road, Manukau
Organised by Pal Productions. Bhangra
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Diwali
Date: Saturday & Sunday, October 20 & 21
Time: 12 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Venue: Aotea Centre, Auckland CBD
Celebrate Auckland’s vibrant Indian culture at the
annual Diwali Festival. Aotea Square will come to
life with the sights, sounds and flavours of India
this Labour weekend on Saturday 20 & Sunday
21 October, from 12-9pm daily. The festival is
free to attend and features a variety of dance
and art & craft displays celebrating Indian culture
and Auckland’s diversity. It’s the perfect event to
head along to with family and friends. 
Festival highlights include:
- Street food stalls showcasing delicious &
authentic vegetarian Indian cuisine
- Traditional and contemporary dance and music
- The Rangoli Chalk Art Competition on Freyberg
Square
- Ellen Melville Centre (Mokaa exhibition,
Technology hub, DIY henna workshop and much
more.)
- A grand fireworks display at 8:50 pm on
Sunday night
Find out more at aucklandnz.com/diwali- Note:
This is an alcohol and smoke-free event.
Seminar & Gnanvidhi
Date: 21st & 22nd September 2018
Time: 7.30pm to 9.30pm
Venue: Sri Shridi Saibaba Samsthan Hall, 12-
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To Realize ones true self and attain permanent
happiness a special ceremony is kept to know
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Date: 21st & 22nd September 2018
Time: 7.30pm to 9.30pm
Venue: Sri Shridi Saibaba Samsthan Hall, 12-
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To Realize ones true self and attain permanent
happiness a special ceremony is kept to know
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English trasnlation will be available
Please contact on 09-948 6119 and 021
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Prior registration is open now. Registration
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