In Lord Rama merges the Mahatma

Barrister, servant of society, relentless toiler for the freedom of his people, non-violent crusader for amity and peace, and pillar of the Indian National Congress, Gandhiji had been working on a draft revised Constitution for the party almost ceaselessly. The work left the frail man of 107 pounds (with indomitable will and energy of a Titan) severely exhausted. On the January 29, 1948 he had told his associates, I am very tired. Yet I must finish this task.

He dictated, wrote carefully and precisely, and corrected meticulously his ideas on what the Congress should do. The major points he made for the party’’s programme in the post-Independence phase were,The Congress as a propaganda vehicle and parliamentary machine has outlived its use. India has to attain social, economic, and moral independence, in terms of its seven hundred thousand villages. The Congress must keep out of unhealthy competition with political parties and communal bodies. The AICC therefore resolves to disband the existing Congress organisation and to make it flower into a Lok Sevak Sangh with rules, and power to alter them as occasion may demand.
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Bloggers Mumbai Meetup

In conjunction with Scott Rafer, WINKsite , Metroblogging and Bloggers everywhere, Blogger Akshay has announced a meetup on Tuesday, 31st of January at 6 p.m. at the Carter Road - Cafe Coffee Day (Bandra West). So if you live/work in or around Mumbai or you intend to be in Mumbai on the 31st please do drop by.

Here is the full address.

Shop No. 14/15,
Gagangiri Premises Building,
Ground Floor,
Carter Road
Bandra
Mumbai-52

If you have any questions, or would like to confirm your attendance, leave a comment or fire off an email to akshaym [at] gmail[dot] com. Also, feel free to get in touch with Akshay at 9833230562

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The Great Monk of Modern India

How many of us Indians remember Swami Vivekanda? He was born this day in 1863 in Calcutta.

The valiant monk who proclaimed in America the greatness of Hinduism and of Indian culture at a time when the West regarded India as a land of barbarians. The beloved disciple of Sri Ramakrishna Paramahamsa.He was the living embodiment of sacrifice and dedicated his life to the country and yearned for the progress of the poor, the helpless and the downtrodden. He was the great thinker and mighty man of action whose ringing words galvanized the slumbering Indians. For ages to come he will be a source of inspiration.

Biography

He came to be known as Swami Vivekanda only when he became a sannyasi or monk. His parents called him Narendra. His father was Vishwantha Datta and his mother Bhuvaneshwari Devi. As a child he was very lively and naughty.
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Wounds Heal 25% Faster In Older Adults Who Exercise Regularly

Wounds Heal 25% Faster In Older Adults Who Exercise RegularlyThe body’s ability to heal even small skin wounds normally slows down as we age. But a new study in older adults finds that regular exercise may speed up the wound-healing process by as much as 25 percent. “This is the first time we’ve been able to document this kind of enhancement associated with exercise,” said Charles Emery, a professor of psychology and the lead author of the Ohio State University study. The faster that a wound heals, the less chance it will become infected.

The study included 28 healthy older adults ranging in age from 55 to 77 (average age was 61). The participants hadn’t exercised regularly for at least six months prior to the study. For the research, about half (13) of them exercised three times a week for three months. The other 15 participants served as controls and were asked not to change their physical activity habits during the study period.

Each subject received a small puncture wound on the back of the upper arm. Adults in the exercise group started working out about a month before the wound procedure; this gave their bodies enough time to adapt to a regular exercise program.
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Minipizzas [Quick Dish Recipe]

Here is a recipe for a quick Dish which any Bachelor or Spinster can easily try out :

Ingredients
1/2 cup baked beans
1 tbsp. tomato sauce
1tsp. chilli garlic sauce
1 onion finely chopped
1 capsicum finely chopped
1 tomato grated
salt to taste
6 round bread slices
1 tbsp. butter
1/2 cup grated processed or mozarrella cheese sliced onions, capsicums, olives (optional)

Method
Heat half butter in nonstick pan.
Add chopped onion,capsicum, stirfry 2 minutes.
Add tomato, baked beans, sauce,salt, mix well.
Keep mixture aside.
Apply remaining butter sparing on slices.
Arrange slices on a baking sheet or tray.
Divide mixture equally over slices.
Spread evenly till the edges, Top with sliced veggies.
Sprinkle cheese on top.
Preheat oven to 250C, place tray in oven.
Bake till cheese melts, and bread layer is crisp.
Serve hot with tomato sauce and crushed chillies.

Making Time : 30 minute
Makes : 6 slices
Serve As :
Shelf Life : Best fresh.

Check it out dudes!

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What is Sudoku

Sudoku (Japanese: 数独, sūdoku), sometimes spelled Su Doku, is a logic-based placement puzzle, also known as Number Place in the United States. The aim of the canonical puzzle is to enter a numerical digit from 1 through 9 in each cell of a 9×9 grid made up of 3×3 subgrids (called “regions”), starting with various digits given in some cells (the “givens”). Each row, column, and region must contain only one instance of each numeral. Completing the puzzle requires patience and logical ability. Although first published in a U. S. puzzle magazine in 1979, Sudoku initially caught on in Japan in 1986 and attained international popularity in 2005.

Rules and terminology

The puzzle is most frequently a 9×9 grid, made up of 3×3 subgrids called “regions” (other terms include “boxes”, “blocks”, and the like when referring to the standard variation). Some cells already contain numbers, known as “givens” (or sometimes as “clues”). The goal is to fill in the empty cells, one number in each, so that each column, row, and region contains the numbers 1–9 exactly once. Each number in the solution therefore occurs only once in each of three “directions”, hence the “single numbers” implied by the puzzle’s name.

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Memory Tip5 :: Long Term Memory

Long-term memory differs from Short-Term Memory in several ways. From a practical point of view, it is mostly permanent and has an almost unlimited capacity. The recollection of childhood memories through hypnosis or other methods shows the permanence and large capacity of long-term memory. Additionally, it cannot be disrupted by things that can affect short-term memory. From a biological point of view, each type of memory has a different nerve chemistry and is affected differently by various drugs and diseases.

There are three types of long-term memory. The first is called “Procedural Memory.” This is how you remember skills such as riding a bike or dialing a phone. The second type of memory is called “Semantic Memory.” It helps you remember facts such as the color of your hair or your mother’s name. The last type of memory is called “Episodic Memory.” This kind is how you remember personal memories such as your last birthday party.

Each type of memory can benefit from different memory techniques. Most students are interested in improving and using their semantic memory. Elderly people are frequently more interested in their episodic memories and babies are very active in using their procedural memories.

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How to stick to New Year Resolutions

Plan of action

If you haven’t stuck to your plan in the past, don’t give up. Be flexible and give yourself more time. It sometimes takes years to succeed.

Here are some tips to help you stick to your resolutions this year:

i. Take time out for yourself to look at all you’ve experienced — the good and bad of the previous year. Look at areas you have succeeded in and areas you haven’t. Think about how can you improve the good and avoid the bad.

ii. Don’t make too many resolutions. Anything between one and five is realistic. Also, try not to aim for the sky within a month.

iii. Avoid absolutes, because they are difficult to manage and you soon tend to revert to old habits. Pick a gradual process of change.

iv. Be very careful about including last year’s unresolved resolutions. Try and find out why you didn’t stick to them first.

v. Write your resolutions down somewhere visible. Maintaining a journal may be a good idea.

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New Year Message

Difference between Rich/Poor People?

One day, the father of a very wealthy family took his son on a trip to thecountry with the express purpose of showing him how poor people live. They spent a couple of days and nights on the farm of what would be considered a very poor family.

On their return from their trip, the father asked his son, “How was the trip?” “It was great, Dad.”
“Did you see how poor people live?” the father asked. “Oh yeah,” said the son.
“So, tell me, what you learned from the trip?” asked the father.

The son answered: “I saw that we have one dog and they had four.
We have a pool that reaches to the middle of our garden and they have a creek that has no end.
We have imported lanterns in our garden and they have the stars at night.
Our patio reaches to the front yard and they have the whole horizon.
We have a small piece of land to live on and they have fields that go beyond our sight.
We have servants who serve us, but they serve others.
We buy our food, but they grow theirs.
We have walls around our property to protect us; they have friends to protect them.”

The boy’s father was speechless. Then his son added, “Thanks, Dad, for showing me how poor we are.”

Isn’t perspective a wonderful thing?
Makes you wonder what would happen if we all gave thanks for everything we have, instead of worrying about what we don’t have.

Appreciate every single thing you have, especially your friends!

“Life is too short ; So Live Life as if there is no Tommorow “

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