by rakesh | Dec 25, 2009 | Health & Fitness
“People don’t realize you can get tremendous benefit from regular physical activity even if you never lose a pound,” he says. The benefits of increased physical activity include a reduced risk for heart disease, stroke, diabetes, colorectal cancer, breast cancer, bone and joint conditions, and sleep apnea.
Brubaker, who is the director of the healthy exercise and lifestyle programs (HELPS) at Wake Forest, offers several tips for how to increase daily physical activity:
— Set a goal of 30 minutes a day of physical activity. It doesn’t need
to be all at once. Five minutes here, 10 minutes there is fine. As
long as it is done at moderate intensity, you will get sufficient
health benefits.
— Walk. For most people, the easiest and most efficient activity is
simply walking.
— Wear a pedometer. Recent studies have shown that people wearing
pedometers increase their activity level by 25 percent.
— Build activity into your daily routine. Get up from your desk to
deliver a message. Take the stairs instead of the elevator. Add some
extra steps when you are doing household chores. Find small ways to
get moving.
— Record daily physical activity in a journal. Self-monitoring is
important when making a lifestyle change and journaling activity
levels can be good reinforcement.
— Don’t worry so much about weight loss. Realize if you are regularly
active you can get significant health benefits even if you never lose
a pound. People serious about weight loss should build in 60 minutes
per day of physical activity.
— Find activities you enjoy and feel good about doing. Try a variety of
activities. Variety is good for the body – and the mind.
— Get the support of friends and family. Challenge them to add 30
minutes of physical activity to their daily routine and you can hold
each other accountable.
— Set realistic expectations. There is a risk in building up
expectations that you’ll make a change Jan. 1. The biggest obstacle to
successful lifestyle change is expectation. People are unrealistic
about what they can achieve and how quickly they can achieve it. Any
time is a good time to make a commitment to change your life style.
by rakesh | Dec 25, 2009 | Env & Geography
Today, the U.S. is in a unique situation; no other nation has the same amount of power financially, politically and not least, military. The country has incredible influence over the world. Her national & international politics are of paramount importance to the entire world because it reflects upon her relationship with other countries.
Since 2001, U.S. has been embroiled in conflicts as well as tough & demanding situations straining her economy. She underwent a housing market correction, a sub-prime mortgage crisis and a declining dollar during 2008. On December 1, 2008, the NBER declared that U.S. was in recession. Recession in the U.S., is a very bad news for a lot of countries. With experts like former Federal Reserve Chairman Paul Volcker feeling that the economic growth will remain pretty sluggish, and a lot of people seeing U.S. as a fading superpower hobbled by the recession, let’s see what Ganesha has to say regarding the U.S. with the help of astrology (http://www.ganeshaspeaks.com); because her actions in next few years will decide much for the future.
Natal Horoscope (http://www.ganeshaspeaks.com ) of USA
3rd July, 1776
Philadelphia (Pennsylvania)
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Leo (http://www.ganeshaspeaks.com/horoscopes/leo.jsp), the rising sign is in the second quadrant of the constellation Purva Phalguni (The Fruit of the Tree). Sun, the lord of the rising sign is conjunct with Jupiter, Venus and Mars in Gemini (http://www.ganeshaspeaks.com/horoscopes/gemini.jsp), the 11th house of gains. Mercury, the lord of wealth & gains, is conjunct Rahu in Cancer (http://www.ganeshaspeaks.com/horoscopes/cancer.jsp), the 12th house of loss. USA was formed in the period of Mars-Mars-Mercury.
Presently, Ketu (South node) is transiting over natal Sun, Jupiter, Mars and Venus through Gemini, the 11th house of gains indicating negative impact on gains for a period of about one and a half years, while Rahu’s (North node) transit over the 5th house will cause unpredictable fluctuations in the stock market. Saturn’s transit over the 2nd house, of finance and economy will cause reduction and undue delay in the influx of funds.
She is undergoing the major period of Moon and sub-period of Ketu (South node). Moon, the Lord of 12th house is placed in the 7th house of War. Ketu (South node)is placed in the 6th house representing debts and hidden enemies. Moon placed in the constellation of Dhanistha (The Star of Symphony) presided over by Mars, indicates that she will be determined to fight and to tackle terrorism; a cause of concern ever since U.S. entered major period of Moon in August 2001. This means, an increased expenditure on defense & security, further impacting the economy.
With Jupiter transiting through Aquarius ( http://www.ganeshaspeaks.com/horoscopes/aquarius.jsp) after 19th of December, 2009 when it passes over her natal Moon, she will find strength to withstand this onslaught. However, the Saturn-Jupiter opposition will bring significant changes in U.S. and its position as a super power.
Thus Ganesha feels that the struggle for U.S. is far from being over, and economy will continue to remain limp for about an year and a half, till October 2011. In short, U.S. is on the verge of beginning of a whole new era and that might change the whole global political scenario in next couple of years.
Dharmesh Joshi & Tanmay K Thakar
The GaneshaSpeaks Team (http://www.ganeshaspeaks.com/gsteam.jsp)
Profile Of GaneshaSpeaks
GaneshaSpeaks was launched on 25th April 2003, with an idea that the astrology industry can be organized and its potential unlocked. Today, GaneshaSpeaks handles more than half a million visits on a monthly basis while its call centers with the help of 300 astrologers ( http://www.ganeshaspeaks.com/celebrity.jsp) handle more than 30,000 telephonic consultations daily. They specialize in mundane predictions, Cricket, Football, Tennis, stock market indices and have a record of more than 80% accuracy. Hemang Arun Pandeet, a techno-entreprenuer with an engineering degree in ‘Electronics and Communications’,and the MD & CEO is the driving force behind GaneshaSpeaks.
Contacts public – S.Balasubramanian (Head Corporate Communications), Tel: +91-79-65221416 Extn: 305, Email s.balasubramanian@ganeshaspeaks.com
Source: Siddhivinayak Astrology Services pvt. Limited
Contacts public – S.Balasubramanian (Head Corporate Communications), Tel: +91-79-65221416 Extn: 305, Email s.balasubramanian@ganeshaspeaks.com
by rakesh | Dec 25, 2009 | Business
BANGALORE, India and FREMONT, Calif., Dec. 23 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ — Infosys Technologies Limited (NASDAQ:INFY) , a world leader in consulting and information technology services, will announce results for its third quarter ending December 31, 2009 on Tuesday,...
by rakesh | Sep 10, 2009 | Business
Speaking about his win, Karambir Singh Kang, GM, The Taj Mahal Palace & Tower, Mumbai said, “This is indeed a humbling experience for me. I am very happy to have been awarded this prestigious honour for a job that I am so passionate about. I am also very thankful to Taj for having given me this opportunity. This award is testament to our hotel’s commitment to customer satisfaction and I would like to applaud every staff member and employee whose relentless efforts have resulted in this award.”
Applauding Karambir’s success, Mr. Raymond Bickson, Managing Director & Chief Executive Officer, Taj Hotels Resorts & Palaces said, “This is a very exciting moment for the entire Taj family. We congratulate Karambir and take pride in his honour. Karambir’s contribution to Taj has been unparalleled; he has exhibited great passion, resolve and strength and has contributed immensely to the success of The Taj Mahal Palace & Tower, Mumbai.”
Having started his career at the Taj Hotels, Karambir has spent more then 17 years in the group, exemplifying dedication and enthusiasm towards his work. Customer engagement and providing superior guest satisfaction have been the cornerstones of his illustrious career. The practices he has had the foresight to employ within the hotel are reflective of his leadership and managerial skills that epitomize the ideal General Manager.
Karambir’s leadership was put to the test when the iconic hotel was devastated by a terrorist attack on 26 November, 2008. Despite the considerable damage to the property, the grief due to the loss of lives of members of the Taj family and the personal upheaval faced, Karambir Singh Kang stood a pillar of strength and ensured that the hotel was reopened in just 23 days.
Under his leadership, The Taj Mahal Palace & Tower has won many awards and accolades such as Conde Nast Traveller – UK Reader’s Travel Awards 2008 For Best Overseas Business Hotel, USA Gold List 2009 For Best Places to Stay in the World. National Tourism Award – Atithi Devo Bhava: Pride of India for exemplary service going beyond the call of duty, Economic Times Special Corporate Citizen Award for its brave staff for putting service before self, for saving the lives of others at the risk of their own; Travel & Leisure 2009 – World’s best city hotels in Asia.
ABOUT THE TAJ MAHAL PALACE & TOWER, MUMBAI
Taj Hotels Resorts and Palaces is today recognized as one of Asia’s largest and finest group of hotels. Incorporated by the founder of the Tata Group, Mr. Jamsetji Nusserwanji Tata, the company opened its first hotel, The Taj Mahal Palace Hotel, Mumbai in 1903. The Taj, a symbol of Indian hospitality, completed its centenary year in 2003. It is renowned the world over as one of the legendary landmark hotels of the Orient. Overlooking the Gateway of India with a panoramic view of the bay, the hotel is situated minutes away from the central business districts of the city. For over a century it has set the benchmark for fine living in India with exquisite refinement, inventiveness and warmth it’s a perfect blend of unrivalled legendary richness and heritage coupled with state-of-the-art facilities.
Taj Hotels Resorts and Palaces is one of Asia’s largest and finest group of hotels, comprising 65 hotels in 45 locations across India with an additional 15 international hotels in the Maldives, Malaysia, Australia, UK, USA, Bhutan, Sri Lanka, Africa and the Middle East and South Africa. From world-renowned landmarks to modern business hotels, idyllic beach resorts to authentic Rajput palaces, each Taj hotel offers an unrivalled fusion of warm Indian hospitality, world-class service and modern luxury.
ABOUT VIRTUOSO (R)
Virtuoso(R) is the industry’s leading luxury travel network. This by-invitation-only organization comprises over 300 agencies with more than 6,000 elite travel specialists in 22 countries in North and South America, the Caribbean, Australia and New Zealand, as well as over 1,000 of the world’s best travel providers and premier destinations.
VIRTUOSO LIFE editors, in collaboration with Virtuoso’s member travel advisors, selected nominees representing the pinnacle of service, design and luxury in the industry. The 10 award categories ranged from “architecture and design” to “most innovative guest experience.” Winners were selected above other nominees as they were regarded as the very best in their category demonstrating innovation, dedication, social conscience and even courage.
The other winners were Hotel of the Year: Park Hyatt Shanghai, Shanghai China, Most innovative Guest Experience Six Senses Hideaway Zighy Bay, Musandam Peninsula, Oman, Best Culinary Experience Rossillinis, Palazo Sasso, Ravello, Italy.
by rakesh | Sep 10, 2009 | Science & Technology
KHARAGPUR, India, Sept. 8 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ — Synopsys Inc. (NASDAQ: SNPS) , a world leader in software and IP for semiconductor design, verification and manufacturing, today announced that the Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur (IITKGP) is the first institution of higher education in India to receive the Charles Babbage Grant from Synopsys. Through the grant, IITKGP receives licenses of Synopsys’ comprehensive electronic design automation (EDA) software and intellectual property. The grant also enables the Institute to purchase compute hardware for the planned Synopsys CAD Laboratory at IITKGP, which would focus exclusively on core EDA and CAD research. Although details are yet to be finalized, additional funding provided by Synopsys is planned to assist with the operational costs of the lab as Synopsys and IITKGP faculty collaborate on joint research goals and establish milestones to further expand VLSI education at the Institute. Synopsys also intends to provide support and training to the students working at the Synopsys CAD Laboratory to help them maximize their research efforts.
IIT Kharagpur and Synopsys have had strong and enriching research collaborations, especially related to verification methodologies, for close to a decade and a half. The two organizations have taken leading steps in fostering state-of-the-art education and research in the domain of VLSI and EDA. Synopsys was a co-founder in the Advanced VLSI (AVLSI) Design Laboratory at IIT Kharagpur and subsequently in the AVLSI Consortium, both being the first of their kind in India. The establishment of the Synopsys CAD Laboratory at IIT Kharagpur would further expand the collaboration between Synopsys and IIT Kharagpur, and extend the focus of their advanced and industry-relevant education and research beyond verification to other areas of core EDA.
“IIT Kharagpur and Synopsys have closely collaborated over the last decade to foster state-of-the-art research and education in the domains of VLSI and CAD,” said Dr. Partha P. Chakrabarti, professor in the Department of Computer Science & Engineering and Dean of the Sponsored Research & Industrial Consultancy at IIT Kharagpur. “We are further expanding this relationship by working to establish the Synopsys CAD Laboratory at IIT Kharagpur, which will be utilized for advanced, leading-edge research in the EDA space, including CAD. The Laboratory would not only serve as a platform for the creation of new methodologies and tools, but also allow students the opportunity to use the latest EDA technologies, thus helping to develop the next generation of industry leaders.” Dr. Chakrabarti continued, “At IIT Kharagpur, we greatly appreciate our time-tested, close collaboration with and support from Synopsys, and look forward to continuing to produce high-impact results with them.”
Access to industrial design tools for advanced research and microelectronic design is a common challenge facing universities today. Synopsys helps resolve this issue through initiatives like the Charles Babbage Grant and its Worldwide University Program, which provide select universities with design software for modern electronic design flows and leading IC fabrication processes. Previous grant recipients in the USA include Case Western Reserve University, North Carolina State University, Purdue University, San Jose State University, Southern Methodist University and Syracuse University. Other recipients include the Chinese Academy of Sciences in China, Moscow Institute of Electronic Technology in Russia and Southampton University in the United Kingdom.
Chi-Foon Chan, president and COO at Synopsys, formally opened the Synopsys CAD Laboratory during a September 8th ceremony at IIT Kharagpur and delivered an invited Institute Lecture to students and faculty.
“Many of the early EDA pioneering efforts in India were carried out by a handful of technologists, many of whom have their roots at IIT Kharagpur. Synopsys has been working very closely with IIT Kharagpur for longer than a decade on verification-related challenges,” commented Manoj Gandhi, senior vice president and general manager of the Verification Group at Synopsys. “Through the Charles Babbage Grant and our expanded scope of collaboration, Synopsys will help enable the university to further its reputation as a leading academic institution and give its students access to the latest EDA tools and equipment.”
“Synopsys India has been actively associated with IIT Kharagpur through the inception of the Advanced VLSI Laboratory, Advanced VLSI Consortium and now the Synopsys CAD Laboratory,” added Pradip Dutta, corporate vice president and managing director of Synopsys India. “We intend to use this grant to help carry out research in multiple areas of EDA tools and also enable IIT Kharagpur to enhance its reach in the field of VLSI education.”
About the Charles Babbage Grant
The Charles Babbage Grant provides select universities worldwide with state-of-the-art EDA tools, training, support and technology. It enables institutions of higher education to enhance their expertise in microelectronics circuits and system design. Use of the Synopsys tools on modern, powerful computers from the grant helps universities to better prepare their graduates for the future by providing hands-on experience with current industry practices, modern design techniques, and actual design tools and compute hardware. This enhances their understanding of how learning applies to the real world of IC design. The grant is named after British mathematician and inventor Charles Babbage, who designed and built mechanical computing machines on principles that anticipated the modern electronic computers of today over 150 years ago. For more information about the Synopsys Worldwide University Program, visit us at http://www.synopsys.com/Community/UniversityProgram/Pages/default.aspx.
About Synopsys
Synopsys, Inc. (NASDAQ:SNPS) is a world leader in electronic design automation (EDA), supplying the global electronics market with the software, intellectual property (IP) and services used in semiconductor design, verification and manufacturing. Synopsys’ comprehensive, integrated portfolio of implementation, verification, IP, manufacturing and field-programmable gate array (FPGA) solutions helps address the key challenges designers and manufacturers face today, such as power and yield management, software-to-silicon verification and time to results. These technology leading solutions help give Synopsys customers a competitive edge in bringing the best products to market quickly while reducing costs and schedule risk. Synopsys is headquartered in Mountain View, California, and has more than 65 offices located throughout North America, Europe, Japan, Asia and India. Visit Synopsys online at http://www.synopsys.com/.
About the Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur
Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur was set up by an Act of Parliament and was formally inaugurated in the year 1951. As the oldest and most diversified among the IITs, this institute is synonymous with the world famous “IIT System.” Today, IIT Kharagpur has come a long way to its present position of pre-eminence with nineteen departments, seven centres, seven schools of excellence and several sophisticated laboratories and central facilities. The institute has the student strength of about 8,000, faculty strength of more than 500 and a large base of supporting staff. In the recent convocation the institute awarded more than 1,600 degrees including about 600 Bachelor’s degrees, 800 Master’s degrees and 228 Ph.D degrees. Recently it has ventured into intellectual property law and medical science and technology. It has carried out sponsored research worth more than Rs.171 crores in the last financial year.
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