Author: Pratiksha_Sutar

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A SMALL TOUR TO MAHARASHTRA

Hello readers in this article I will be taking you around some beautiful towns of my state Maharashtra.

Being the Arabian Sea on the western coast and the Sahyadri mountains around it, Maharashtra state is said to be heavenly mesmerising. From absolute, sand beach of white colour towns with classical and immemorial temples, to hill stations with greenery and free from pollution, here are some most beautiful towns gives you the reason to visit the second most populous state of India, Maharashtra.

Nighoj:

Nighoj a small village, which had been recovered near Kukadi river in one of the District of Maharashtra, Ahmednagar, has fascinated many geologists from all around the world because of its blissfully created region – or depressions – in the boulder made by the water of river. People who are less curious about the procedure behind its genesis, the spot is still a treat for eyes a glimpse not to miss. The Malganga temple located by the riverside is a worth to visit.

Ganpatipule:

The village situated facing the beach with one cleanest, white-sand beaches in the Maharashtra. The 400-year-old Ganpati temple situated at the beach and people living there mostly locals believe the Ganesha temple have sprung up from the soil. Even though the population is not more than 500, the village also have few resorts for the hospitality purpose for tourists and pilgrims seeking to visit the temple.

Matheran:

Matheran, is just a distance of two hours outside Mumbai, gives you the sight of one of the purest forms of nature, considering the town with no-engine vehicles and pollution free policy. The town’s iconic toy train, and the spots for hikes has attracted the attention of many tourists travelling there. It is observed as the best place for Mumbaikar’s to take break from the city life.

Diveagar:

Representing the unique beauty of Maharashtra, this small village is located adjacent to beach surrounded by orchards, showing the best combination of sea and nature. This town is also residence to the Roopnarayan Temple, were there is a 900-year-old idol temple of Lord Vishnu. The town is observed to be small, but lively, markets with eco-friendly products are also a sight to have a look.

Khandala:

Aurangabad:

This town will definitely make you to stop during your tour to have the glimpses of the historic Ajanta and Ellora caves, but the peculiar Mughal architecture and deep historical significance makes Aurangabad one of the most beautiful town offered by the Maharashtra. Bibi Ka Maqbara, built by Azam Shah, son of Mughal emperor Aurangzeb, in memory of his mother, Dilras Banu Begum these epic architects made Aurangabad the home of many historical monuments. The Maqbara – or mausoleum – is observed to be a replica to the Taj in Agra.

Rajmachi:

This small village nested in the Sahyadri mountains with not more than 300 population is the location to one of the most beautiful forts in Maharashtra. The Rajmachi fort – shows the importance in history of Maratha – is also well-known destination for trekking, particularly among Mumbaikars seeking a weekend holiday.

7 WONDERS OF THE WORLD

A campaign launched by Swiss Foundation in the year 2000 to determine New 7 wonders of world, selecting them out of 200 existing monuments around the world. Bernard Weber, a Canadian-Swiss and the New 7 Wonders Foundation (N7W) based in Zurich, Switzerland organized a poll via free Web-based voting and small amounts of telephone voting too. Around 100 million votes were recorded on internet or text message, and people around the world agreed with that. The closing decision was declared in the year 2007, appreciated with cheers as well as received some taunts too. But after all this we finally got our 7 wonders i.e., Great wall of China, Chichen Itza, Petra, Machu Picchu, Christ the Redeemer, Colosseum and Taj Mahal.

GREAT WALL OF CHINA

Must be thinking, what is there to talk about a wall? Great is just a small word for this wall build in China. One of the tremendous projects which gave us the longest building ever constructed. It is claimed that The Great Wall of China is 5,500 miles (8850 kms) long in length. The project began in 7th century and continued for 2000 years. Thought the wall was constructed parallelly to prevent raid and incursion but the wall couldn’t succeed to provide the security.

CHICHEN ITZA

Chichen Itza is situated in Mexico on Yucatan Peninsula in Mayan city. Developed in the 9th and 10th centuries CE. The steps of pyramid EI Castillo (the castle) which is 24 meters above the plaza. The total 365 steps feature the numbers of days in a year. During the spring and autumn season the setting sun throws the shadow on the pyramid gives the illusion of snake moving smoothly.

PETRA

Petra, the ancient city is in remote valley settle in the middle of the sandstone mountains and cliffs. In addition, there is a water system constructed only for gardening and farming. City began to turn down when trade direction shifted, it was also hit by an earthquake in 363 CE and Petra was slowly abandoned.

MACHU PICCHU

It is in Peru near Cuzco. Machu Picchu was discovered in the year 1911 by Hiram Bingham. He believed that it is a shelter to “virgins of the sun” women who gives their lives to God, and helps in preprint ritual food, weaving the garment use for rituals etc. Nearly in the year 2000 a crane was use for ad fell and left the monument cracked.

CHRIST THE REDEEMER

Christ the redeemer 98 feet tall, excluding the base which is about 26 feet high, and it’s expanded arms spreads about 92 feet. It is counted in world’s largest art sculpture. Redeemer is build-up of reinforced concrete and approx. six million tiles are used to cover it. In the year 2014 during the storm Redeemer’s right thumb got damaged.

COLOSSEUM

Vespasian order to build the Colosseum in Rome by a feat of engineering. The amphitheatre measures 620 by 513 feet with the capability of holding 50000 people, who can watch variety of events. Over 5,00,000 people died in Colosseum. Some of the animal species became extinct.

TAJ MAHAL

Taj Mahal is considered as one of the iconic monuments in the history. It was built by Emperor Shah Jahan in the memory of his wife Mumtaz Mahal. It took 20,000 workers and 22 years to construct this magnificent mahal. This mahal is made of white marble with floral pattern.

AMAZING HOME REMEDIES FOR SKIN.

Here are some amazing home remedies for skin which are listed below.

  • HONEY.
  • Moisturizer.

Honey is found in many beauty products because it deeply moisturises the skin.it also make your skin soft.

How to use: Take one spoon of honey and apply on your clean face, let it be for 15 to 20 mins and wash it with cold water.

  • Pore cleaner.

Honey helps to clean your pore deeply because it has antioxidant properties.

How to use: Take one tablespoon of honey with few drops of olive oil and massage it on your face for 15 min in circular motion and wash it with cold water.

  • Reduce scares.

Honey has antiseptic properties which helps to heal the scares and also makes your skin healthy.

How to use it: Take one tablespoon of honey with few drops of coconut oil and massage in the circular motion.

  • LEMON
  • Helps to fight acne.

Leomon have anti-microbial properties and acidic in nature which helps to fight against acne.

How to use it: take few drops of lemon and few drops of water, now take a cotton ball, and dap the mixture on your face leave it for 10 min and wash it with cold water.

  • Improve skin tone.

Lemon is a citric fruit which have natural bleaching properties it helps to reduces dark spots and pigmentation.

How to use it: Make a smooth paste of papaya, honey and lemon apply evenly on your face leave it for 25 min and wash your face with plain water.

  • Helps to prevent puffy eyes.

Puffy eyes make your skin look dull and life less lemon helps to reduce the puffiness of the eyes.

How to use it: make a mixture of tomato juice and lemon, dap it under the eyes and leave it for 10 min and wash it with water.

  • ALEO VERA
  • Helps to prevent acne.

Aleo vera has antibacterial properties which helps to prevent acne causing germs.

How to use it: Take one tablespoon of honey and 2 tablespoon of aloe vera and two pinch of cinnamon powder. Apply this mixture on your face and wash it after 15 to 20 mins.

  • Boosts skin cell.

Aloe vera helps to prevent over production of oil from the face which clog the pores.

How to use it: make an antibacterial spray using aloe vera, purified water and essential oil. Spray it on your face before going to bed.

  • Natural cleaners.

Aloe vera has acne fighting properties and antibacterial properties.

How to use: Take few drops of tea tree oil, plain water, and aloe vera, apply this mixture carefully leave it for 10 min and wash it with cold water.

  • TURMERIC
  • Skin tightening and anti-ageing.

Turmeric has antioxidant properties which helps to repair damage skin cells.

How to use: take a white part of egg, one teaspoon of turmeric and one teaspoon of olive oil, apply this mask your face and wash it after it dries up.

  • Exfoliate you skin.

Turmeric helps to clean your pores deeply which helps to prevent acne causing germs.

How to use: just apply smooth paste one teaspoon of turmeric and milk and gently scrub it on your face in circular motion.

  • Makes skin smooth

Turmeric has antioxidant properties which soothes the skin and helps to make your skin smooth.

How to use: take one teaspoon of turmeric, one tablespoon of yogurt apply this mixture on your face and wash it after 15 min with cold water.

FOUNDATION AND CONCEALER HACKS

FOUNDATION HACKS.

  • Many of us face the problem of dry patches, to avoid dry patches apply moisturizer on your face then apply your foundation, you will find a smooth and polish look.
  •  Most of the girls find it difficult to get the perfect shade of foundation, if by mistake you bought lighter shade than your skin then gets a 2 shade darker concealer. Mix both and you will get your desirable shade
  • Your foundation doesn’t last for long? Here is a little tip. Spray any setting spray on a beauty blender and dap it on your face, after that apply your foundation, it will last for many hours.
  • Having an oily face melts your foundation, to avoid oiliness, at the beginning apply loose powder on your face then apply your foundation. Powder will absorb the excessive oil and the foundation will not melt from your face.
  • Even after applying foundation, you can still see your pores, to avoid that rub a ice cube on your face for 2-3 min it will shrink your pores and foundation will not get set in pores.
  • Your face becomes cakey after applying foundation to get rid of this dip your beauty blender into water and remove the excessive water from the blender and dap it on your face then apply foundation.
  • You can also use your foundation as a concealer, just take your foundation and loose powder mix them well and here your concealer is ready.

CONCEALER HACKS

  • Every girl has fine lines on her face, and of course nobody like that. Here you can use concealer to hide your fine lines
  • You can enhance the look of eyebrows. You just need to clean the area around your eyebrows which give them a perfect shape.
  • The toughest job for every girl is to make her winged eyeliner perfectly straight. No worries you can use concealer to fix your winged eyeliner and make it straight.
  •  You can turn your concealer as BB cream, you just need to add some primer and moisturizer
  •   You can use concealer as colour corrector, you can get concealer in many colours. It covers blemishes, dark circles, and redness of your face.
  •   If your concealer becomes cakey after some time. You can make it hydrate by adding eye cream and dap it with the sponge which will not make your concealer cakey.
  •  You can use concealer as highlighter, you just need to take two shade lighter than your skin tone. Apply your concealer under your eyes in triangular shape which will help to lift you face.
  •   You can use concealer to contour your face, you need two shade darker concealer than your face, apply it on cheek bones, on your nose and etc and blend it with brush and sponge.
  •  If your lips are dark, you can use concealer on your lips which helps to enhance your lips when you apply lipstick on concealed lips.
  • You can use concealer to fix the lip lines and give perfect shape to lips if by mistake your lipstick goes out of your lips you can fix it by applying concealer on it.

FESTIVALS OF INDIA

Hello readers as the festive season as arrived in India, let’s get to know about the festivals celebrated in India.

Festivals are the Indian culture that add spices to the Indian Cuisine, the most wonderful form of the celebration. The main reason is India is known for its diversity. And this line gives the reason to celebrate every festival with enthusiasm. Be it wearing Santa hats on Christmas or lighting the house with diya in Diwali, every festival is welcomed with great celebration and happiness.

Here are some festivals to witness celebrated by every India with great unanimous.

ONAM

It is a 7days long carnival celebrated on the land of God, Kerela. This brings people of Kerala together to perform in the crowded street, feasts, and boat race and more!  Celebrating Onam in Kerala gives you the unforgettable joy and experience.

Significance  

Onam is flourishing festival observed by Malayalis as they welcome the legendry King Mahabali.

HOLI

Holi is celebrated on the victory of good over evil. During this people apply colours on each other. Dry or wet no matter this festival is enjoyed by every individual in India. Holi is counted in one of the famous festivals celebrated. People arranges pool partis, dance and enjoy eating sweets.

Significance

The Holi festival is a symbol of victory over evil, according to the mythology it is said prince Prahlad killed Holika, sister of King Hiranyakaship. It is also beginning of spring season.

RAKSHABANDHAN

Raksha Bandhan is very popular festival celebrated in India. This festival is celebrated to highlight the relationship between sisters and brothers. This festival denotes that it is brother’s responsibility to take care of his siter during ups and downs.  The Rakhi signifies the promise made brother to his sister.

Significance

This festival is dedicated to all the brothers and sister’s bond.

GANESH CHATURTI

This festival is famous in Maharashtra state, it is also important in India too. The reason behind celebrating this festival is the birth of Lord Ganesh. This festival is witnessed for 5-11 days.

Significance

The birth of Lord Shiva and Parvati’s son, Ganesh with elephant head gave the reason for celebrating this enthusiastic festival.

CHRISTMAS

It is one of the most famous festival celebrated across the world. It is a festival where Christians welcome Lord Jesus. No doubt the Santa gets all the attention of children for dropping chocolates and gifts for them. It is believed that Santa fulfils all the wishes asked by children during Christmas.  Christmas is a day where people decorate their house with lights and even Christmas tree is decor.

Significance

Christmas is celebrated worldwide. On this day Lord Jesus Christ was born.

YOGA ASANAS AND THEIR BOON

Yoga poses or asanas are body position which are practiced for the benefit of body and mind. The concept of yoga is not something we are not aware of; our ancestors are practicing it for long time. And now many people realized the importance and benefits of yoga and started to perform. Studies have found that yoga asana benefits people’s body and soul. Also helps to increase flexibility, leads to weigh loss, and enhance mental peace.

Below is the list of yoga asana or poses that can help your body and mind healthy and fit.

1.     Sukhasana or Easy Pose

If you wish to practice yoga, you can start with this simple pose as it easy to do and gives you the comfort.

Technique  

Sit on mat legs tucked in the opposite thighs. Keep your back straight and both the hands should be placed on the knees and breath in and breath out calmly.

Benefits  

People with anxiety, stress and mental illness can practise these to reduce them.  

Sukhasana corrects the body posture and straighten chest and spine.

2.     Tadasana or Mountain Pose

It is a simple standing pose, which trains you the art of standing straight.

Technique  

Stand straight on your feet on a mat, take your arms up near your ears and it should be straight upwards. Then take long breath while doing this take your heels up and put all your weight on toes. Then slowly breath out and put you heels down. Repeat this for 10-15 minutes.

Benefits

Strengthen leg muscles

Helps in increasing the height of children

Eliminates leg pain

Correct body posture

3.     Dhanur Asana or Bow Pose

This asana helps to stretch the whole body. Helps to loss weight, improve digestion and blood flow. It is an effective asana in making back flexible.

Technique

Lay down on a mat on your belly. Fold your legs backward. Hold both legs with hand on ankles. Breath long and take your chest up as high as you can. To get the position of bow you need to stretch your body and hold as long as you can. Take back the initial position and repeat this 2-4 times.

Benefits

Helps in making the spine flexible and decreases rigidity

Lessen obesity

Cure stomach-ache

Enhance lung power

Increase breathing process

 

4.     Bhujangasana Or Cobra Stretch

Bhujangasana is also consider as arc corrector and helps spine make more flexible. The bend posture of the asana massages the back muscles, spine, and nerves. It is a great asana for those who have back pain.

Technique

To do this asana you need to lay down on the ground on your belly. Keeping your hand near shoulders. Raise your chest up so that your hand gets straight and stretch your legs while doing this. Hold it of 2-3 minutes and take back the original position.

Benefits

Helps you to get flexible spine

Broaden the chest

Enhances blood flow

Helps to cure obesity

Decreases rigidity in the body and improve lung power.

DRUG ADDICTION

Addiction is a complex situation, a brain disease that may affect your behavior, when a person is used to drugs, one cannot hold out against taking them, even when we know what harm it causes to us. As soon as you get treated yourself from the drug addition the less you will step towards the destruction of your life.

Craving for drugs are not only about taking heroin, cocaine or other illegal drug. But you can also get used to alcohol, sleeping pills or anxiety medications.

During the starting days, one may feel taking drugs gives them never experience before feeling. Whereas some of may feel they know how often to use it. But the saddest part is when you realise the true colours of drugs by that time it gets so late that instead of you control the intake, it starts to control you. And leads to damaging behaviour.

How drug influence you brain?

Our brain functions amazingly which makes us to take the satisfactory experience again and again. Intake of drug may be addictive the brain system. This releases the chemical called dopamine in the brain that generates magnificent feeling. And you keep on taking the drug until you feel high.

By that time your brain gets addicted to the extra dopamine, which leads you to take more drug to feel good.

Using of drugs for long time can cause damage to brain system and circuit too. This can harm your: memory, decision making and thinking capacity.

Symptoms of addiction

  • Desire to take drugs many times a day of every time.
  • Carrying drug everywhere
  • Buying drugs even when you can barely afford it
  • Spending more alone time
  • Showing carelessness in grooming
  • Sickness when you feel like quitting it

Prevention from addiction

“Prevention is better than cure” is so true statement here. Following are some prevention measures to escape form addiction.

  • Avoid inappropriate peer influence

Every person knows his/her limits and have different personalities too. One should never get influenced by others to do what they are not supposed to. One should choose their peer wisely.

  • Medical help

Many highly qualified psychologists, psychia­trists can give you best advice to get rid of such addiction. Also rehab centres helps such people to overcome drug addiction. It just you need to be determined and focused.

  • Seek help from parents

No matter what parents are the true blessing you have, always ask help from parents, and share your problems with them. This can motivate young generation to share their feelings of anxiety and wrong doings.

  • Counselling and education

Educating and counselling children is very important to face any difficulties in their future. Making them aware about the effects of drugs and how it can harm, should be taught to them.

BLESSINGS OF YOGA

Many people misunderstand the YOGA considering it with just as a stretching exercise specially those who are unaware of the concept of yoga and its benefits. The importance of yoga asana can only understand when it is done practically and regularly. Yoga lessens mental fatigue and emotional disorder and makes you feel refreshed.

Goodness of yoga on health.

Practicing yoga daily has great emotional and physical impacts. Beside this it helps to grow body strength as well as flexibility. It also aids anxiety, depression, and stress.

Keep on reading to understand the significance of practising yoga daily which are even confirmed by scientist.  

Helps to attain peace

Better quality life minus the unnecessary stress that we all wish to attain. Scientific studies have proven that doing continue yoga for three months can actually reduce discharge the stress hormones. Doing meditation with breathing leads to achieve unmatched calmness and peace in your mind.

Assist from anxiety

Managing with anxiety daily can be exhausting. Many people who discovered anxiety disorder in them claimed that how regularly practicing certain yoga poses have diminished the symptoms of anxiety which were difficult to heal. The “Camel Pose” boosts blood circulation in the body which rejuvenate body and mind. “Bridge Pose” calms the mind where as the “Butterfly Pose” frees tension heads.

Improves sleep

Practicing yoga daily relax mind as well as reduces stress which leads to better sleep. It also upgrades sleeping pattern. People who practice yoga daily can see circadian rhythm stabilize.

Boost immunity

Yoga cures and improves every cell of body also helps your body to become more immune. Yoga stimulates lymphatic system which drains out bane. It enhances immunity system to work flawlessly.

Reduces blood pressure

Irregular lifestyle and stress in city life leads to high blood pressure. Hence doing yoga daily reduces high blood pressure. Breathing exercise helps to control blood pressure and eliminate high stress level. Good blood circulation enhances good functioning of heart. Improvement in blood flow increase oxygen level thus lower the blood pressure.

When you should avoid doing yoga.

Doing yoga regularly is considered good for well being however there are some circumstances you should avoid doing yoga :

When you are totally exhausted or feeling ill.

Women must skip doing yoga during their mensuration period.

One should avoid yoga asana when you are suffering from back pain or undergone with any surgery.

HAIR CARE TIPS FOR EVERY HAIR TYPE

Doesn’t matter if you have straight hair, curly hair or oily or thin hair type some of the hair tips are universal. To reshape your hair routine basic hair care is important. So continue reading to know more.

Doesn’t matter if you have straight hair, curly hair, or oily or thin hair type some hair tips are universal. To reshape your hair routine, basic hair care is important. So continue reading to know more. For those dealing with hair thinning or pattern baldness, exploring options like a dutasteride prescription from Happy Head can also be beneficial. Dutasteride works by blocking DHT, the hormone largely responsible for hair loss, and Happy Head makes it accessible through a convenient online platform that connects users with licensed dermatologists for customized treatment plans.

1: WASH WITH LUKEWARM WATER

Sizzling hot shower can feel relaxing but if you are real with yourself then think twice that it is not worth it. Red-hot water can actually take away the essential oil from your hair and can make your hair look duller. So next time when you step to take shower adjust the temperature, Lukewarm water can help to get clean without being harsh on hair.

2: CONDITION CORRECTLY

Conditioning after shampoo is must to get smooth as silk hair, but are you sure you are doing it correctly? Roots are the part where you get the greasy glance at very first time but remember conditioner should be apply on certain sections on hair.  Always apply from the middle till end of the hair. Avoid apply it from root as it can lessen the volume of hair.

3: SHAMPOO DIRECT ON SCALP

In comparison to conditioner, shampoo should be concentrated on scalp, according to American Academy of Dermatology (AAD) applying it on mid length can dry and dull your hair. Scalp is the area needs cleansing; hence shampoo must be applied only on the scalp.

4: WASH THOROUGHLY

Almost done with shampoo and conditioner, its time to rising out any other remaining product. Make sure you wash out everything thoroughly, as leftover product can leave your scalp oily.

5:  DON’T USE TOWEL TO DRY

Using of towel to dry off or to remove excess water from hair seems to the easiest way, but it is not the best way. Squeeze your hair after the shower and use old cotton cloth to dry off your hair. It is gentler than towel.

6: STRAIGHT OR CURL ONLY ON DRY HAIRS

Have you ever seen a drop of water on a hot pan, consider the same happening to your hair? That’s why it is recommended to use straighter or curler when your hair dries off completely.

7: WIDE TOOTH COMB

It’s a fact, combing wet hairs breaks more easily than dry said by AAD. Because of this it is wise to comb on dry hair or comb with wide tooth on wet hair to detangle.

8: CHOP THE SPLIT ENDS

As much as you care to keep your hair healthy by following various hair care tips. Sometimes split ends are just unavoidable. Rather than sealing them or hiding you must book a hairdresser and chop them off as they stop the growth of hairs.

9: HEADS ON SLIK PILLOW

Cotton pillow can absorb the essential from the hair product and can be harsh on your strands. Shift to the silk pillow cover to maximise your hair care.

10: PROTECT YOUR HAIR FROM UV RAYS Another reason for hair damage you may not be aware of is?  The SUN. AAD recommends to cover the head whenever you step out specially on a hot weather.

FACTS ABOUT THE HEAVEN OF INDIA – KEDARNATH

Kedarnath is one of the most significant holy places in the Hindu Religion. Above the sea level beside the river Mandakini Kedarnath is located at an altitude of 3583mt near the Chorabari Glacier in Uttarakhand.

Kedarnath is counted in one of the 12 Jyotirlingas in India and has its importance from the time of the epic Mahabharat. Kedarnath is one of the major sites in Indian’s Chota Char Dham pilgrimage in northern Himalayas of Uttarakhand.

It not only holds the significant role in Hindu Religion, but it is also connected to the mythologies too. To know more keep on reading.

FACT 1- THE CREATION

Ancestors says that when Nar and Narayana the two avatars of Lord Vishnu present a sever act of austerity in the Badrikashraya of Bharat Khand, which led them to worship the Shiva lingam which appeared out of the earth ravishingly. Nar and Narayana then requested the Lord Shiva to live in here forever so that people who wish to worship Lord Shiva won’t be bind their self in hardship in the life anymore.

FACT 2- LEGENDS OF CREATION

In the way back in the time of Mahabharat, when the five sons of Pandu, Padavas went to seek blessing from Lord Shiva to get free from the sin of killing their cousin brother Kauravas. Lord Shiva impersonate himself as hump buffalo and kept hidden in Kashi. The Pandavas finally managed to determine the Lord Shiva who was hiding below the ground and Lord Shiva got impressed by them.

FACT 3- THE PROTECTION

The interesting fact about Kedarnath is with in very short distance Bhairav Nath Mandir is located which is guardian of Kedarnathji. During closing time of the Kedarnath, the Bhairav Nath guards the temple. There it is ceremonial to visit is before and after the closing of Kedarnath.

FACT 4- ABOUT

The Kedarnath temple is around 1000 years old temple. Himalayas around it is a heavenly treat for those who visit the temple. During the year 2013 Uttarakhand was hit by flood in which the whole town got destroyed but the temple was harmed less. A giant rock behind the temple helped it to protect from the flood, as this led to the diversion of flood coming toward the temple.

FACT 5- INSIDE THE TEMPLE

Kedarnath temple head priest is of Veerashaiva community also known as Raval. Although the rituals and puja are not done by the Raval, but they carry out the instruction to the priest perform the puja.

7 WONDERS OF THE WORLD

A campaign launched by Swiss Foundation in the year 2000 to determine New 7 wonders of world, selecting them out of 200 existing monuments around the world. Bernard Weber, a Canadian-Swiss and the New 7 Wonders Foundation (N7W) based in Zurich, Switzerland organized a poll via free Web-based voting and small amounts of telephone voting too. Around 100 million votes were recorded on internet or text message, and people around the world agreed with that. The closing decision was declared in the year 2007, appreciated with cheers as well as received some taunts too. But after all this we finally got our 7 wonders i.e., Great wall of China, Chichen Itza, Petra, Machu Picchu, Christ the Redeemer, Colosseum and Taj Mahal.

GREAT WALL OF CHINA

Must be thinking, what is there to talk about a wall? Great is just a small word for this wall build in China. One of the tremendous projects which gave us the longest building ever constructed. It is claimed that The Great Wall of China is 5,500 miles (8850 kms) long in length. The project began in 7th century and continued for 2000 years. Thought the wall was constructed parallelly to prevent raid and incursion but the wall couldn’t succeed to provide the security.

CHICHEN ITZA

Chichen Itza is situated in Mexico on Yucatan Peninsula in Mayan city. Developed in the 9th and 10th centuries CE. The steps of pyramid EI Castillo (the castle) which is 24 meters above the plaza. The total 365 steps feature the numbers of days in a year. During the spring and autumn season the setting sun throws the shadow on the pyramid gives the illusion of snake moving smoothly.

PETRA

Petra, the ancient city is in remote valley settle in the middle of the sandstone mountains and cliffs. In addition, there is a water system constructed only for gardening and farming. City began to turn down when trade direction shifted, it was also hit by an earthquake in 363 CE and Petra was slowly abandoned.

MACHU PICCHU

It is in Peru near Cuzco. Machu Picchu was discovered in the year 1911 by Hiram Bingham. He believed that it is a shelter to “virgins of the sun” women who gives their lives to God, and helps in preprint ritual food, weaving the garment use for rituals etc. Nearly in the year 2000 a crane was use for ad fell and left the monument cracked.

CHRIST THE REDEEMER

Christ the redeemer 98 feet tall, excluding the base which is about 26 feet high, and it’s expanded arms spreads about 92 feet. It is counted in world’s largest art sculpture. Redeemer is build-up of reinforced concrete and approx. six million tiles are used to cover it. In the year 2014 during the storm Redeemer’s right thumb got damaged.

COLOSSEUM

Vespasian order to build the Colosseum in Rome by a feat of engineering. The amphitheatre measures 620 by 513 feet with the capability of holding 50000 people, who can watch variety of events. Over 5,00,000 people died in Colosseum. Some of the animal species became extinct.

TAJ MAHAL

Taj Mahal is considered as one of the iconic monuments in the history. It was built by Emperor Shah Jahan in the memory of his wife Mumtaz Mahal. It took 20,000 workers and 22 years to construct this magnificent mahal. This mahal is made of white marble with floral pattern.

WANT FLAWLESS MAKEUP? – SCROLL DOWN FOR TIPS

Accept it or not, there are a lot of factors that get involves into getting a flawless makeup look. From choosing a correct product to master the technique for the application of the products, getting an attractive look is an art. Want to be the game changer for transforming your look? Keep scrolling and continue reading the tips to enhance your skills one step ahead…

  • CLEAR AND HYDRATE YOUR SKIN ALWAYS

The first and very important step before applying any product on your face is to keep your skin cleansed and moisturised. A fresh. radiant skin makes your work much easier to get a flawless. So, keep on working on your skin care routine daily to prepare you skin for prefect makeup look.

  • PRIMER TIME

After prepping your skin, once your skin care routine is done, it’s time for primer. Using of primer does wonders to your skin, helps to get the perfect beauty look.

Applying primer gives your makeup settle evenly for long lasting look.

  • EYE MAKEUP BEFORE FOUNDATION

Whether you are going for smoking eye look or a casual eye look play it safe by doing the eye makeup before applying the foundation on your face. This is because while doing eye makeup there is always a chance of falling off your makeup on face, this prevent reapply of foundation again and again.

  • USE OF ADHESIVE TAPE

Adhesive tape? Yes, you heard it right, if you are not that skilled in the art of applying the liner, no need to fear. The adhesive tape is a life saver as well as saves time too.You just need to cut a small piece of tape and all you need to do is place the tape diagonally on the corner of your eyes and apply the liner according to it. Pull the tape once you are done. This will give you the perfect crispy finish.

  • PERFECT FOUNDATION SHADE

Foundation is an absolute game changer for a flawless look. Foundation with many shades and formulas available you just need to choose the perfect foundation. This means choose the foundation that matches your complexion and suits your skin tone.

  • CONCEALER UNDER EYES

Most essential product for under eye is concealer. Applying concealer under the eye can hide your dark circle. And if you wish to cover up any other imperfections, concealer can handle it too.

  • USE OF BRUSHES

Who don’t like pink cheeks? Using of correct brush for applying blush can give you a perfect pink cheek. There are many other brushes which can enhance the look of your face, contour, highlighter, and bronzer can help you to get a perfect face.

  • THE LIP COLOR

Nothing can ruin your makeup than feathered lips. To keep your lip color on place, simply put a tissue on your lips apply another coat of lipstick and bolt again. Dust a little translucent powder on your lips. Remove the tissue and you are perfect to go.

  • SET YOUR MAKEUP

And here we are on the last step. To lock your flawless perfect makeup look, setting spray is a must. Always apply the spray in “X” or “T” motion.

A PIECE OF HEAVEN ON EARTH- ANDAMAN AND NICOBAR ISLAND.

In this article, I am going to take you to the middle of the sea. Wondering where? The island which is very famous because of our freedom fighters where they had to spend years behind the bars. Yes, you are guessing right, I am talking about Andaman and Nicobar Island. This place is heaven on the earth if you haven’t visited yet after reading this blog about Andaman and Nicobar Island, I am sure that you all will be going to book your tickets now! So, let’s start our online trip to Andaman and Nicobar.

I am going to talk about the places where I had visited in Andaman and Nicobar.

  1. Havelock
  2. Neil island
  3. Cellular Jail
  4. Ross Island

Havelock is the spotlight of the Andaman and Nicobar tourism, it is very famous for the beaches and greenery, in short, it is the feast for the eyes. Clyster clear water, white sand will definitely soothe your eyes. In 2018 our prime minister Narendra Modi has changed the name of havelock to swaraj deep. Yes I know you all want to know how to reach there, you have to book ferries and it will take 90 min to reach there. Places to visit in havelock are:

  1. RADHA NAGAR BEACH:

Radha Nagar beach is one of the most well-known beaches in Andaman and Nicobar and  the best beach in Asian  described by the Time magazine. sky blue sea with crystal clear water and white sand where you and enjoy your day you can play in the water you can swim in the water you can also take sun-bath there. There are large numbers of huts, benches and wooden chairs where you can sit and relax there and can enjoy the beauty of nature.

They also provide you with changing rooms where you can change you wet cloths.

  1. ELEPHANT BEACH 

Don’t judge this place by its name, you might be thinking that there must be many elephants but it is not like that. Elephant beach is very famous for water sports, it gives you numerous water activities. Let’s discuss in more details about water sports.

  • SCUBA DIVING : 

In scuba diving, you are taken under-water where you can see the breath-taking view of aquatic life. You can see untouched coral reefs, vibrant fishes, under-water vegetation and under-water ecosystem.

  • SNORKELING :

Snorkelling is little bit same as scuba diving but it doesn’t allow you to go deep inside the water, you can only go to the surface of the water and can see through your goggles, and also can swim.

  • SEA WALKING: 

Yes, you heard right you can walk under the sea, sea walking is most unique and very adventurous. Diving and swimming are okay but have you ever imagined walking under the sea. Once you reached the bottom of the sea you will see that you will get surrounded by hoards of fishes you can actually feed them, isn’t it really exciting?

It is another island full of beaches, this island is for those who want to be far from noise, disturbance as you can find a smaller number of vehicles, market and less population. Here also you can find water sports activities like jet skiing and a glass bottom boat ride. Let me make you more clear about these water sports.

  • JET SKIING:

Jet skiing is one of the most enjoyable water sports activity as it can be enjoyed by anyone and it is available at Bharatpur Beach in Neil. It will give you a unique feeling that you are riding a bike on water. Timing for this activity is from 9AM to 4PM. I personally advise you to book jet ski as it is always available and t is cheaper than other water sports activities.

  • GLASS BOTTOM BOAT RIDE:

this activity is appropriate for those who don’t want to get wet or doesn’t want to go into the water. By the name itself, it is clear that you will be travelling on a boat which will have a see-through glass from which you can see the underwater life, you can see fishes, corals and many more.

Cellular jail is one of the most historic monuments in Andaman and Nicobar, also known as kaala Pani, it will definitely give you goosebumps while exploring the jail. Every wall of the jail will tell you the story of our soldiers. There you will see how much sacrifice has been done by our freedom fighters. Britishers used to send the soldiers in this whenever they try to protest against them. You can visit the jail at 9AM to 12:30PM and 1:00PM to 5PM (except on Mondays and on national holiday)

Cellular jail will provide you light and sound show, in this you will get narrated the whole story of how freedom fighters lived there how they survived there and how has been treated there. It is a must-watch show. The show is in both Hindi language and in the English language. You can enjoy this show at 6PM    (Hindi) and 7:15PM (English).

The one who is a nature lover, Ross island is a perfect place to visit. There you are surrounded by nature. There you can see animals and the best part is that they are not caged they will roam here and there. You will see rabbits, deer, peacocks roaming here and there and you can experience the beauty of the nature. You can sit there for hours in cool breeze and can also enjoy the beach view. In 2018 our Prime Minister Narender Modi has changed the name of RossIsland to Netaji Shubhas Chandra Bose island.

Next question you all will get that how one can reach there?

You can get a boat from phoenix bay jetty and it will help you to reach in 15 mins, the people over there will provide you with a life jacket also or else you can choose a helicopter tour. 

Yes, this is the short and adventurous trip of mine to Andaman and Nicobar, I am sure that after reading this article and you will definitely plan your future trip to Andaman and Nicobar. I personally suggest you to visit Andaman and Nicobar during summer months. 

THE MOST TERRIBLE VARIANT TILL TODAY- THE DELTA PLUS VARIANT OF COVID-19

With the decrease in the number of the corona cases in India, we the people of India started to experience that the devastation has finally came to an end. But sadly, the moment we started to go out again, the new variant of virus had emerged – the Delta Plus Variant, which gave another shock to the people of India.

The muted variety of Delta Variant- Delta Plus Variant has spread widely across the country, Indian.

THE SPREAD

49 cases of Delta+ variant had been recorded by 12 states of India till date. Maharashtra been one of the states again got hit badly with highest number of cases.

The Delta+ variant has already broadened in 85 countries around the world and South Africa is the reason behind the spread of this infection.

REASON TO BE CONCERN ABOUT DELTA+ VARIANT

Delta+ variant a.k.a AY.1, it is 60% more infectious when compared to previous version. Considerably it is more threatening for the lungs of patients who are already facing problems with their lungs.

The Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) declared that these mutations have raised the capacity of transmission and with this the spread from one person to other has become easy. This mutation made the virus job easy to get into the cells of the patients.

The reason to be concern about the variant is that the specialist of epidemiology and communicable diseases stated that Delta+ variant is dangerous variation of corona virus till date.

HOW TO TRACE

The Delta+ variant shows both the symptoms of delta variant as well as beta variant. And the symptoms are:

Headache, Chest pain, Fever, Cough, Skin rash, Shortness of breath and Diarrhoea.

PREVENTION

The World Health Organization (WHO) has already warned that the Delta variant of corona virus is one of the reasons to be extra caution about it. Maintain social distancing is one of the essential while going out.

And other measures to be taken are:

Going out when it is really an emergency, wearing of mask every time you out, maintain 6 feet distance in crowd, use of sanitizer is a must, wash hands every time you come back home and the last but most important get yourself vaccinate as soon as possible.

TREATMENT

Till now there is no such way to treat the Delta Plus variant infection. Antibodies are the only way till now to treat this as per doctors. Get vaccine to ensure the safety of your as well as your family. Till now there is no such treatment found by doctors or scientist to cure this variant as of now.

TAKEAWAY

With is spread of Delta+ variant across India, again have to face the uncomfortable situation where we again got to lock up ourselves in 2 walled room, facing lockdown for months again and the worst was the shortage of beds at hospitals, oxygen cylinder and lifesaving medication. If we do not want to get in this trouble again lets, follow the instructions and protocol established by the government. Let’s pledge will not show our careless behaviour and ensure the safety of ourselves and others.

DIGITAL MARKETING!

DIGITAL MARKETING is a part of marketing that is done by using internet and online based digital media such as mobile, laptops, computers, and other digital media platforms to promote goods and services. During 1990s and 2000s digital marketing made a huge difference for the brands and businesses for promotion of their products and services. In the era of 21st century the digital platforms have indulged into all marketing plans and everyday life. Many people use digital devices instead of visiting the places or shops physically, digital marketing has become a new trend in today’s world. With the use of digital marketing, it helps to connect the brand with potential customer.

POV, if marketing campaign contains digital communication, it is DIGITAL MARKETING.

CHANNELS OF DIGITAL MARKETING

WEBSITE MARKETING

Website marketing is a master of all digital marketing activities. Beside this it is consider as one of the most dynamic way of marketing. The objective is to pull off the attention of people who may be interested in product or services of a company. More the traffic to a site more the opportunities for company to put the value proposition toward the potential customer. A website should represent a brand, product, or service in a crystal-clear way. It should be swift, easy to use and mobile friendly.

PAY-PER-CLICK ADVERTISING (PPC)

PPC is paying when every time a person clicks on the ad posted by you on the digital flatform. Marketer can setup their PPC campaign on Google, Bing, LinkedIn, Pinterest, and Facebook any many more to display the ad to potential customer who are in search of similar term linked with product and services. Campaign under PPC can segment users according to their demographic attribute (like age or gender) or even can target specific interest or location.

CONTENT MARKETING

The objective of content marketer is to reach the potential customer through the use of content. Website in which content are posted and then promotion is done through social media, email marketing, SEO, or even PPC campaigns.

Bolgs, ebook, podcaste and webinar are the tools of content marketing.

EMAIL MARKETING

One of best effective marketing channel is also an email marketing. Email marketing one of method to get in touch with the potential customer or the people interested your brand. Digital marketers use email to add their leads in the email and then through email marketing, they produce customer acquisition funnels and then convert these leads into customer.

SOCIAL MEDIA MARKETING

It is process of creating brand awareness by engaging people in online discussion Facebook, Twitter and Instagram are most popular flatform for social media marketing.

AFFILIATE MARKETING  

One of the oldest forms of marketing is affiliate marketing. And the internet has brought a new life to this old form of marketing. Through affiliate marketing influencer promote products of other people and get commission when every sale is made or when a lead is generated.

SEARCH ENGINE OPTIMIZATION (SEO)

It is a process of enhancing the quality and quantity of website traffic for a website or web page. SEO particularly concentrate on unpaid traffic (organic marketing) rather than paid or direct traffic.