Cyclones wreak havoc in OZ 

Powerful Cyclone Marcia roared ashore Friday in a heavily-populated area of northeastern Australia as officials warned of a "calamity".

"Severe tropical cyclone Marcia, category 5, is currently crossing the coast near Shoalwater Bay north of Yeppoon," the Queensland Bureau of Meteorology tweeted

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Cyclones wreak havoc but "catastrophe" avoided in Queensland #TCMarcia http://bit.ly/1CPtjbs 

17th Bharat Rang Mahotsav comes to an end

19 02 2015

17^th Bharat Rang Mahotsav comes to an end with Aadirang- ​an ensemble of 130 tribal performers from 7 various states of India
New Delhi, February 18, 2015: The 17^th edition of Bharat Rang Mahotsav has come to an end on 18 February 2015 with Aadirang –​​
an ensemble of 130 tribal performers from 7 various states of India presented by National School of Drama & coordinated by Dr. Laique Hussain which was performed for the ‘First’ time in the history of Bharat Rang Mahotsav, following the valedictory ceremony of Bharat Rang Mahotsav.
The Chief Guest for the occasion was Shri Prakash Javadekar, Hon’ble Minister of State (Independent Charge), Environment, Forests and Climate Change, Govt. of India, and Guests of Honour were Shri Shekhar Sen, eminent theatre personality & chairman, Sangeet Natak Akademi, New Delhi and Shri Pankaj Kapur, renowned theatre and film personality.

Prof. Waman Kendre, Director, National School of Drama said, “It is our pleasure that this year with all the eminent alumni have come back to home and celebrated the festival with zeal. I am happy that they are back and have presented their wish to contribute to the school in any manner they can. I am thankful to at least 75000 audience who made the festival successful.”
Shri Shekhar Sen, Eminent Theatre Personality & Chairman, Sangeet Natak Akademi recalling an instancesaid, “In the past a theatre lover in Bengal was called as ‘Natak Pagala’. He also said that without madness and passion a theatre artist is incomplete.”
Shri Ratan Thiyam, Chairman, NSD Society said, “Bharat Rang Mahotsav 2015, has emerged out as one of the most powerful festivals of India with allied events such as, Tribute to Shombhu Mitra, Veenapani Chawla and Begum Akhtar, Breaking the borders and many more events including some brainstorming sessions; it has provided a ground for better understanding of theatre as a whole.”
Shri Pankaj Kapur, eminent film & theatre said, “I am glad to see the festival growing exponentially over the years in terms of quality productions and audience. For theatre to grow quality and quantity should go hand in hand. It makes me feel very rich that from traditions and folk art of the country, to modern thinking of the today’s youth to the intellectuals, everything has been put under the roof of this festival by National School of Drama. I think it is a great endeavour by NSD and I congratulate them.”
Shri Prakash Javadekar, Hon’ble Minister of State (Independent Charge), Environment, Forests and Climate Change, Govt. of India said, “Though I am not from the cultural ministry, I assure that I will work like a spokesperson of NSD and represent this institution of national eminence in the government so that it can be seen as one of the best theatre institution of international repute.”
With many first of its kind initiatives 17^th edition of Bharat Rang Mahotsav has been able to receive appreciation as the best festival so far. The theme for the Festival was ‘Breaking The Borders’ and the festival witnessed participation from around 12 countries of the world along with national participation from different regions of India. The Festival also travelled to various cities of the country, which included Agartala, Jabalpur, Goa and Aurangabad this time.
National School of Drama facilitated various colleges and institutes which performed at this year’s Bharat Rang Mahotsav. The idea behind the initiative was to connect the young generation with theatre. Several ambience performances comprising of folk performance, children’s theatre were also a part of this year’s festival.

This year, Theatre Bazar was also set up for the theatre lovers, enthusiasts and audience in general. In the Theatre Bazar products related to theatre were showcased. The entire NSD campus was transformed into a festival ground for entire 18 days where food, music, handloom & handicraft products were made available for audience. A huge 3D replica of NSD was also created which enhanced the ambience of the festival.
The festival also had allied activities like seminars, exhibitions and lecture demonstrations.World Theatre Forum which was one of the important events of Bharat Rang Mahotsav had sessions from Eminent Theatre Personalities.

17^th Bharat Rang Mahotsav, National School of Drama also started to organize Sessions with various Living Legends. Om Puri,Anupam Kher, Birju M

Launch of Hyundai New 4 S Fluidic Verna

19 02 2015

Hyundai Motor India Ltd, the country’s leading premium car manufacturer launched the all – new 4S Fluidic Verna.

Hyundai launches the All- New 4S Fluidic Verna- The World Sedan

 

 

§  New Verna 4S revolution of Speed, Style, Sophistication, Safety

§  Hyundai Verna sold globally in 66 countries caring for 2.3 million customers

New Delhi, February 18, 2015 - Hyundai Motor India Ltd, the country’s leading premium car manufacturer and the largest passenger car exporter launched the all- new 4S Fluidic Verna. First introduced in the year 2006, Hyundai Verna has spread customer delight in 66 countries caring for over 2.3 million customers across the world. The all- new 4S Fluidic Verna will set yet another benchmark in the mid high sedan segment.

The all- new 4S Fluidic Verna is a sophisticated, premium, stylish and safe World Sedan loved in the Indian car market. The 4S Fluidic Verna is a signature of Hyundai’s brand legacy and customer trust since its first launch in 2006. The Fluidic Verna launched in 2011 received customers’ applause for its world class “Fluidic Sculpture” design philosophy.

The all- new 4S Fluidic Verna embodies the best of Hyundai’s Modern-Premium brand power and delivers maximum driving pleasure and confidence. The sporty, premium design, best comfort and high fuel efficiency exceeds customer’s expectations.

The all- new 4S Fluidic Verna has established world class safety standards in the automobile industry and combines state-of-the-art technology and engineering with eternal fluidic design, the latest expression of all- new 4S is a perfect amalgamation of man, nature and machine with power and finesse.

Speaking on the launch of the all- new 4S Fluidic Verna, Mr. BS Seo, MD and CEO, HMIL said “The launch of the all- new 4S Fluidic Verna marks Hyundai’s success as a premium car manufacturer winning customers’ love and trust globally. We aim to be the most loved, trusted and caring car manufacturer in India offering class-leading Hyundai experience to the aspirational Indian customer. As the most caring brand, the new Verna is a result of human engineering to contribute to the brilliant moments of our customers’ life. Alongside its stunning fluidic design and technological finesse enhances driver and passenger comfort.”

The World Sedan

The new 4S Fluidic Verna is sold globally in over 66 countries. The Verna has been globally developed for markets worldwide. The R&D team in Korea conducted research and study to understand the customer needs for the road condition, climatic condition and driving habit to meet customers in various other markets as per the standard and expectations. The car has been tested in the harsh conditions of Death Valley- USA to freezing conditions in Russia, to treacherous conditions of China to Frozen Lake of Sweden. Qualifying the Global Safety Test, receiving high 5-star ratings from N-CAP worldwide, has made Verna the safest mid-size car. 4S Fluidic Verna has also been rated “Good” by US government insurance institute for Highway safety.

Powerful 4S Fluidic Verna

The new 4S fluidic Verna is equipped with the most powerful yet efficient powertrain and is available with a choice of 2 petrol (Gamma 1.4 & 1.6 MPI VTVT) & 2 Diesel (U2 1.4 CRDi & U2 1.6 CRDi VGT) engines. The engineering excellence is achieved by the adoption of technologies like VGT, VTVT, and electronic throttle control, piston with diamond coating making the powertrain powerful and efficient.

Powertrain	Petrol		Diesel
Displacement	1,396	1,591	1,396	1,582
Transmission	5MT	5MT/ 4AT	6MT	6MT/4AT
Power ps/rpm)	107/6300	123/6300	90/4000	128/4000
Torque (kgm)	13.8/5000	15.8/4200	22.4/1750~2750	26.5/ 1900~2750

 

Mileage (ARAI Certified Figures)

Fuel Mileage	Petrol		Diesel
Kmpl	17.4	17.01	24.8	23.9

Driving Performance

Enhanced driving dynamics and reduced NVH levels were priorities for the product development team. Extensive testing and tuning as per Indian road conditions has been set out to make handling of 4S fluidic Verna settled and planted, the rear shock absorber equipped with low velocity control valve ensures a smooth ride quality even at high speeds and bumpy road conditions.

The Stylish World Sedan: Modern Exteriors

The all- new 4S Fluidic Verna represents Hyundai Motor Company’s Fluidic Design philosophy, heritage and ethos into its simplest, purest expression giving it sophisticated, premium, bold and aggressive look. The new 4S Fluidic Verna’s design philosophy makes it more masculine and sporty. The sleek dynamic fluidic lines create a futuristic look. The style and sophistication of the all- new 4S fluidic Verna is engineered to exhilarate.

·         Wing Shaped Radiator Grille with Chrome gives a premium appeal

·         Projector Headlamps and Boomerang shape Fog Lamps

·         Dynamic and Sporty R16” Diamond- cut Alloy  wheels

·         Concealed exhaust for modern looks

·         Elongated stylish wraparound tail lamp with LED effect

·         Sporty two tone rear bumper

The World of Opulence: Premium Interiors

The all- new 4S Fluidic Verna builds on the car’s characteristic levels of interior comfort, cabin versatility, practicality and boot capacity. Futuristically designed with utilizing cutting-edge driving technology, the 4S Fluidic Verna delivers outstanding comfort features. It features an ergonomic, attractive and practical organized space, decorated in various tones. 

·         Ergonomically designed, well contoured front and rear seats with good thigh support

·         Sliding console arm rest with storage

·         Height adjustable driver seat

·         Rear seat arm rest with cup holders

·         Tilt and Telescopic steering

·         Integrated 2 DIN Bluetooth Audio with 1 GB internal memory and 6 speakers

·         Multi-function steering wheel (Audio and Bluetooth control)

·         Spacious cabin with comfortable legroom

·         Ample shoulder room for comfortable seating of 5 passengers

·         Ergo lever

·         Spacious boot

Feature Rich Masterpiece

From the stylish exteriors to the hi-tech interiors, the new Fluidic 4S Verna boasts all the latest technologies and high quality features which will set a new standard.

·         Smart key with Push button start

·         Fully automatic temperature control (FATC) with cluster ionizer (Segment unique)

·         Rain- sensing wiper

·         Automatic headlamps

·         Escort function

·         Centre armrest with sliding storage function (Segment unique)

·         Cooled glove box (Segment unique)

·         Telescopic steering

·         Supervision cluster

·         Electrically adjustable and foldable outside mirrors

 

More power: More Safety: The Safest Sedan

Hyundai has always led the way when it comes to ensuring safety and security of passengers. Responding to the changing requirements of customers, all- new 4SFluidic Verna expands the already comprehensive list of available active and passive safety equipment by introducing new segment unique technologies. The body of the new 4S Fluidic Verna meets the most stringent requirements and, in combination with highly efficient restraint systems, ensures the maximum possible protection for vehicle occupants.

·         6 air-bags- driver, passenger and curtain (Segment unique)

·         Anti-lock braking system (ABS) with EBD

·         Speed sensing auto door lock

·         Impact sensing auto door unlock (Segment unique)

·         Reverse parking camera

·         Electro-chromic mirror with camera display

·         Rear parking sensors

·         Automatic headlamps

·         Driver safety window with anti-pinch

·         Rain sensing wipers

Verna will be available in 10 variants with choice of M/T and A/T and 5 variants in Diesel and 5 in Petrol. The 4S fluidic Verna will be available in 5 exciting colors.

EX Showroom Price Delhi		1.4	1.6 S	1.6 S (0)	1.6 (0) AT	1.6 SX	1.6 SX (AT)
	Petrol	773,903	884,939	938,217	1,011,378	1,015,505	-
	Diesel	894,910	999,900	1,059,241	-	1,146,581	1,219,720

About HMIL

Hyundai Motor India Limited (HMIL) is a wholly owned subsidiary of Hyundai Motor Company (HMC). HMIL is the largest passenger car exporter and the second largest car manufacturer in India. It currently has eight car models across segments – Eon, i10, Grand i10, Elite i20, Xcent, Verna, Elantra and Santa Fe. HMIL’s fully integrated state-of-the-art manufacturing plant near Chennai boasts advanced production, quality and testing capabilities.

HMIL forms a critical part of HMC’s global export hub. It currently exports to around 85 countries across Africa, Middle East, Latin America, Australia and the Asia Pacific. HMIL has been India’s number one exporter for the last 10 years consecutively. To support its growth and expansion plans, HMIL currently has 415 dealers and more than 1,100 service points across India. In its commitment to provide customers with cutting-edge global technology, Hyundai has a modern multi-million dollar R&D facility in Hyderabad. The R&D center endeavors to be a center of excellence in automobile engineering.

Punit Goenka, MD & CEO, ZEEL to deliver a keynote at the 19^thWharton India Economic Forum (WIEF)

Mumbai, February 18, 2015: Punit Goenka, MD & CEO, Zee Entertainment Enterprises Limited (ZEEL) will deliver a keynote at the 19^th Wharton India Economic Forum (WIEF) to be held at The Wharton School, University of Pennsylvania on Saturday, February 21, 2015. Speaking on the theme of the conference ‘India: Delivering the Dream’,Punit Goenka will address the changed business environment in India with initiatives by the new government and the current state of the media and entertainment industry in India. He will also discuss ZEEL’s journey over the past 20 years and the opportunities and challenges he foresees over the next few years.

The Wharton India Economic Forum (WIEF) is a student-led business conference to discuss the opportunities and challenges faced by India. Started in 1996, it is a leading India-focused business forum held annually at The Wharton School, University of Pennsylvania which is among the top 3 institutions in the world for business education. The WIEF attracts business leaders, policy-makers, professionals and students to engage in fruitful dialogue and is attended by over 400 delegates including Wharton MBA, Penn Graduate and Undergraduate students, Wharton alumni and industry representatives and professionals.

The other keynote speaker at the 19^th Wharton India Economic Forum is Mr. Hital Meswani from Reliance Industries Limited while some of the other confirmed speakers include Mr. Rehan A. Khan, Abbott India, Mr. Sanket Akerker, Microsoft and Mrs. V.R. Iyer, Bank of India.

Dear Naresh, "As you are reading this, mobile operators like Vodafone, Airtel, Idea are trying to pressurise the Indian government to regulate certain Apps and services like Whatsapp, Youtube, Skype etc. This means that we will be charged separately for using them even if we have paid for the internet data packs. Together we can stop this." says Sandeep who has started a petition demanding net neutrality in India. Sign Sandeep's petition.

.@rsprasad @TRAI Don't allow differential pricing of services & let consumers choose how they want to use Internet. #netneutrality SANDEEP PILLAI  Kollam (Quilon), Kerala Sign Sandeep's petition Until now, you and I could use the internet data we paid for, to do anything on the internet. If telephone companies get their way, they will dictate what, how and when to browse the internet. And this could happen very soon. This is really scary! As you are reading this, mobile operators like Vodafone, Airtel Idea are trying to pressurise the Indian government to regulate certain Apps and services like Whatsapp, Youtube, Skype etc. This means that we will be charged separately for using them even if we have paid for the internet data packs.Together we can stop this. Telecom Regulatory Authority (TRAI) is the only body which has the power to settle this issue once and for all. TRAI iscoming up with a consultation paper by the end of February that can decide the fate of internet usage in India. This is about the internet which has become such an integral part of our lives and its time to make our voices heard. I started this petition so that TRAI knows that you and I don’t want the internet to be controlled by these big corporates. I want TRAI to put people’s interest first. Sign my petition and ask TRAI to not allow differential pricing of services on the Internet and let the consumers choose how they want to use Internet. If thousands sign my petition, we will make waves in social media and media. This will ensure that TRAI knows that there is growing public pressure on this issue. We will also reach out to TRAI directly. Together,  I am sure we can make TRAI come up with strict guidelines that are customer friendly and impose them on all mobile phone operators. The big companies say they have invested a lot of money in setting up internet infrastructure and they must get a share of the earning that Internet firms like Facebook, WhatsApp etc generate. But the truth is that all of these companies have a huge profit margin that customers like you and I pay for.They must not charge us more for increasing their profit margins. Sign my petition and let TRAI know that we all stand together against these big corporate giants and their vested interests. Also share it with your family and friends so that we have thousands of Indians demand from TRAI to place  interest of the public first and NOT huge corporations. Sign Sandeep's petition

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Accountability Initiative, Center for Policy Research is delighted to invite you to a talk on    “Right to Work?  Assessing India’s Employment Guarantee Scheme in Bihar” By:  Martin Ravallion The presentation is based on a book authored by Puja Dutta, Rinku Murgai, Martin Ravallion, Dominique van de Walle Discussant: S. M. Vijayanand, Special Secretary, Ministry of Rural Development Venue: Centre for Policy Research, Conference Hall II Date: February, 23, 2015 Time: 10 am -12 pm Abstract:  The authors study the impact of the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee (MGNREG) scheme in Bihar, drawing on a wide variety of methods, including subjective assessments by respondents, observational (econometric) and experimental methods, and qualitative field work.  The main source of data is a panel survey of 3000 households, representative of rural Bihar, fielded in 2009 and 2010. The presentation will focus on a range of issues:  are the conditions stipulated by the MGNREG Act met in practice?  What impact on poverty do the earnings from the program have?  Does the program meet its potential?  How can it do better? Full text of Right to Work?  Assessing India’s Employment Guarantee Scheme in Bihar is available at:  https://openknowledge.worldbank.org/handle/10986/17195   Bio:  Martin Ravallion holds the inaugural Edmond D. Villani Chair of Economics at Georgetown University. Prior to taking up this position in December 2012 he had been Director of the World Bank’s research department. He currently serves on the Editorial Boards of ten economics journals, is a Senior Fellow of the Bureau for Research in Economic Analysis of Development, a Founding Council Member and President (elect) of the Society for the Study of Economic Inequality and a Research Associate of the National Bureau of Economic Research, USA. Amongst various prizes and awards, in 2012 he was awarded the John Kenneth Galbraith Prize from the American Agricultural and Applied Economics Association. For more details, please get in touch with Papia Samajdar at psamajdar@accountabilityindia.org

Greek PM nominates conservative lawmaker Pavlopoulos as president

Greek PM nominates conservative lawmaker Pavlopoulos as president

GREEK PM NOMINATES CONSERVATIVE LAWMAKER PAVLOPOULOS AS PRESIDENT

Greek Prime Minister Alexis Tsipras nominated conservative lawmaker and former minister Prokopis Pavlopoulos on Tuesday for president, Reuters reported. Pavlopoulos was interior minister from 2004 to 2009 for the conservative New Democracy government. In December, the then-government failed to secure enough parliamentary support for its presidential candidate, which led to new elections.

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The world's largest solar power plant of 750 Megawatt under construction 

The world's largest solar power plant is underway in central India. When the 750-megawatt site starts operating in August, 2016, the project is set to overtake America's 550-megawatt ‘Desert Sunlight’ in California.

The world's largest solar power plant that will be generating 750MW of electricity had been recently commissioned in Rewa district of the Indian state of Madhya Pradesh.

The 40-billion-rupee ($643 million) project is close to acquisition of 1,500 hectares of land. By April government agencies are believed to start inviting tenders from developers. This joint venture of state-run PSU Urja Vikas Nigam with Solar Energy Corporation of India, and at least 20 percent of the energy generated by the plant will be used within the Madhya Pradesh state

We are planning to inaugurate the plant on August 15, 2016. The plant will be developed in three segments of 250 MW each. Land acquisition will be over by end of month and over 90 percent land for the project is owned by government,” additional chief secretary for new and renewable energy, SR Mohanty said.He added that, “No clearance from pollution control board is required for the project. We have to sign a joint venture agreement between state-run PSU Urja Vikas Nigam and Solar Energy Corporation of India and a detailed project report will be prepared. Preliminary reports are already prepared and we will complete formalities by April and we will be in a position to invite tenders.”

As the country embraces clean energy, India plans 25 solar parks and several major solar power projects in the states of Rajasthan, Gujarat, and Jammu and Kashmir. But the production of the Madhya Pradesh project is going to cost less than any other, at an estimated 5 rupees (US8 cents) per unit.

By 2022, India plans to install 100GW capacity of solar power. China aims to achieve the same goal by 2020.

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Crompton Greave wins Rs 119 cr order from state run NTPC 

Avantha Group Company, Crompton Greave  wins Rs 119 cr order from state run NTPC to supply generator step up transformers for its 800 MW Daripali plant.
Honoured to get this opportunity to help NTPC fulfil its vision through T&D systems and smart tech", tweeted L.Demortier.,CEO & MD'.
Crompton Greaves Ltd has informed BSE regarding a Press Release dated February 16, 2015, titled "CG wins INR 119 crore order from NTPC, India''s largest generation utility".

Indonesian contract win for manufacture and supply of 37 transformers in month of Jan 2015
Earlier tweet said, Transformers to be installed across 36 substations across Sumatra, Bali and Sulawesi Islands.Indonesian contract win for manufacture and supply of 37 transformers