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Aromatherapy recommended essential oils are an effective way of keeping the home environ clean in a natural way, says Sharmila Chand Aromatherapy, a wonderful therapy using essential plant and flower extracts to promote health and wellbe- ing, has been prevalent since time immemorial. These oils work in perfect harmony with our most powerful sense, i.e scent. Hence, we subconsciously seek to cre- ate good aroma around us. Can you resist the soothing smell of lavender or the citrus freshness of orange and lemon? Or the earthy, fruity scent of patchouli? It is a well known fact that when properly diffused, essential oils help in seeking relaxation, relieve tension, clear the mind, and improve concentration. Aromatic plant oils can stimulate, balance, uplift, soothe and calm. The very word 'essential oils' gives an idea of the pleasing scents but pure essential oils have remarkable cleaning properties too. If the basic principles of aro- matherapy can be applied to our everyday task - like cleaning, it helps us in many ways. They are known for their antibacterial, disinfectant, anti fungal and antiseptic cleaning properties. For example, the eucalyptus oil helps in keeping pests and insects away. Our day to day exposure to hazardous chemicals found in ordinary household products not only increase the toxic elements but these products also create tons of toxic waste which is disposed of in the environ- ment in the form of air and water pollution and solid toxic waste. Essential oils neu- tralise the unpleas- ant odour and air- borne bacte- ria that linger in our homes, cars, workplaces etc. Hence it is often referred to as "Nature's pharmacy" having the cleansing properties of the botanical origin. Many essential oils have been clinically proven to kill bacteria, viruses and fungi and help people stay healthy, avoid illness and boost the immune system. Oils that are best for cleaning are: Lemon, grapefruit, eucalyptus, pep- permint, tea tree, lavender, and rosemary. Tea Tree Oil is used in many cleansing formulas, it is a must-have in mop water or counter sprays. Likewise Pine oil is known for its deodorising effect. This oil is great to have in room sprays and air fresheners instead of the fragrant synthetic ones we often purchase. Blossom Kochhar, a well known expert on aromather- apy says, "Many of us have noticed that when we tackle our household chores, the smell from the chemicals of many products can be pretty overwhelming, and if we use them without proper ventilation we may end up making ourselves sick. Even the cleanest of kitchens are suscep- tible to unwanted visitors." Kochhar suggests a few of the most effective bacte- ria-killing essential oils to use for natural cleaning, and some recipes for making your own products. For Ants: Wipe cabinets with a damp sponge and 6 to 8 drops peppermint essential oil. Then place 3 to 5 drops of the same oil on windowsills, doorway cracks and in the cor- ners of cabinets under the kitchen sink. For Centipedes, earwigs, silverfish: Place drops of citronella essential oil in areas that col- lect moisture such as basements, garages and cabinets that house plumbing fixtures. For rats: Place sprigs of fresh peppermint between pantry items in your cabinets, or make a solution of 2 cups water and 3 teaspoons of peppermint essential oil and spray it wherever you find mouse droppings. Mites and weevils: Place a few whole nutmegs in flour containers. For Other insects: Place loose bay leaves in kitchen cabinets. Germs-be-gone toilet cleaner This antibacterial spray cleaner is specially formulat- ed for cleaning the general surface area of the toilet, and under and behind the seat. 2 cups water 1/4 cup liquid soap 1 tablespoon tea tree essential oil Combine all ingredients in a spray bottle and shake well. Spray on toilet surfaces and wipe clean with damp cloth or sponge. Herbal disinfectant: A super disinfectant formula that's incredibly easy to make 2 cups hot water 10 drops thyme essential oil 1/4 cup washing soda Combine all ingredients in a spray bottle and shake well. Spray on surfaces and wipe clean with a damp cloth or sponge. Sink Scrubber for stains For stubborn stains, allow this formula to rest on the stain for several minutes, then scrub and rinse with vinegar and hot water. 1/4 cup washing soda 1/4 cup baking soda 8 drops rosemary, eucalyptus 3/4 cup vinegar for rinsing Combine washing soda, baking soda and essential oil in an airtight container and shake well to blend. Sprinkle a small amount into the sink and scrub with a damp sponge. Rinse the sink with vinegar, then with hot water. Glass and mirror cleaner Take 1 cup Water, add 1 cup white vinegar and 10 drops lemon or lime oil. Combine ingredients in a spray bottle and shake well before every use. Spray on surface to be cleaned and wipe until dry with a soft cloth or crumpled newspaper. You will get a clean shiny surface. Treating pet urine stain and smell Essential oils also eliminate the smell of dog urine. Add five to 10 drops of essential oil to 1 cup of water and put it in a spray bottle. After blotting and rinsing away dog urine, shake the spray bottle and saturate the area with the solution. The oils will eliminate the dog urine odour and leave a pleasant scent behind. According to experts, some essential oils like eucalyptus or cinnamon will deter your dog from revisiting the spot to urinate on again. When you clean your home with natural aromathera- py products, you not only create a clean and healthy home, but you also contribute a little to clean environ. Taran Adarsh Exactly a decade back, even Rakesh Roshan would've never envisaged that KOI... MIL GAYA [2003] would cover such a long and prosperous distance, regaling audiences and winning hearts across the globe. The gargantuan suc- cess of KOI... MIL GAYA encouraged the Roshans to cre- ate one of the most lucrative franchises in India, resulting in KRRISH [2006]... and now KRRISH-3 [2013]. In retro- spect, the franchise only got bigger with the passage of time. The scale, the budget, the characters... everything seems like a giant leap than the predecessor. On a paral- lel track, the expectations attached to the franchise contin- ue to grow manifold. One of the most expensive films pro- duced in India, KRRISH-3 retains the story of noble versus sinful [the plot is con- nected with the prede- cessors], but Roshan Sr. makes sure he renews and revamps the latest installment -- adding the evil mutants to fight the superhero, garnishing the plot with loads of visual effects, et al -- attempting to match the super- hero flicks that arrive from Hollywood. The essence remains the same: the superhero has to save the planet from destructive forces. The difference lies in the fact that Roshan Sr. envelopes the typical Indian emotions with technology to tug at your heartstrings and win you over. Besides the superhero, another standout aspect of KRRISH-3 is, without a shred of doubt, the antagonist, who is extremely powerful and who has created an army of mutants, which is called maanvar [a combination of maanas/man and jaanwar/animal]. And it is this aspect -- half human-half animal -- that gives this superhero film an edge. The pack of villains [Chameleon Kaya, Rhinoman, Antman, Frogman, Cheetahwoman, Scorpionwoman] challenge the powers of the superhero and the duel that ensues reverberates in your memory much after the screening has concluded. After defeating the villainous Dr. Siddhant Arya [Naseeruddin Shah] and bringing his father Rohit [Hrithik Roshan] back from the dead, Krrish [Hrithik, again] contin- ued fighting against evil and saving innocent lives. Now Krishna [Hrithik] is living a happily married life with Priya [Priyanka Chopra], while Rohit is using his scientific bril- liance to benefit society. And Krrish is everyone's favorite superhero saviour. Unknown to them, a dark force is grow- ing in another part of the world. Kaal [Vivek Oberoi], an evil genius, is selfishly misusing his powers to spread fear, death and destruction. And he is being assisted by an army of very dangerous beings, which he has created himself. Not long after Kaal's plans are put into action, both Rohit and Krrish find themselves in front of a crisis of epic pro- portions, which only they can resolve, together. But when they finally cross paths with Kaal and his army, neither of them is prepared for what lies ahead. Kaal not only brings the world to the brink of disaster, he also puts the strength and love of Krishna and his fam- ily to test. And Krrish has to somehow find the power with- in to face an unbeatable foe. The greatest battle between good and wicked sets in motion... Rakesh Roshan has adapted himself to the fast-chang- ing times. His clutch on the emotional quotient is apparent in every venture, but in KRRISH-3, the marriage of content and VFX is the motivating force, its biggest USP, which sets it apart from his previous directorial ventures. The veteran knows with experience that mere VFX minus drama/emo- tions will fall flat on its face and at the same time, with Hol- lywood invading the marquee with technical marvels, one has to contend with global standards too. Roshan Sr. smart- ly assimilates the esteemed formula of good versus evil with the technical wizardry of today to create a visual spec- tacle that is sure to redefine the escapist cinema we are synonymous with. From the writing point of view, while the first half intro- duces us to the characters and the conflict sets in motion, it's the second hour that works like magic, holding you atten- tive till the last frame. Kangna's character is one of the strik- ing aspects, Vivek's villainy reaches its crescendo and the fight between good and evil, towards the second half, is the hallmark of the enterprise. Besides the VFX, the look of the characters catches your eye. The costumes, the makeup, the overall makeover of the characters is truly imaginative, with the director and those associated in the respective departments running their imagination wild to create an impression. Vivek Oberoi is in top form as the antagonist. The intensity, the voice and the makeover gives the term 'villain' an all-new meaning in KRRISH-3. Though the actor has portrayed negative characters in several endeavors, you're sure to see Vivek in a new light here. He gets to por- tray a layered character that is sinister, brutal and caustic. Vivek should finally get his due with this film. Priyanka Chopra is efficient enough, portraying her part very well. Note her sequences in the post-interval portions. She's truly fantastic! Kangna Ranaut is superb. She exhibits a lot of toughness in her personality, which gels well with her on-screen character. She's deadly and gorgeous -- a lethal combo. The actress is sure to win laurels for the role. Naseeruddin Shah and Mohnish Bahl appear in cameos. Arif Zakaria and Rajpal Yadav are adequate. The actors por- traying the parts of the mutants register an impact. On the whole, KRRISH-3 has the ingredients that make a splendid superhero film, besides being Rakesh Roshan's most accomplished work so far. Besides a riveting plot, the film scores brownie points thanks to the strong undercur- rent of emotions, the clash between the protagonist and antagonist/mutants, the awe-inspiring visual effects, the larger-than-life entertainment and of course, Hrithik Roshan, who is matchless in this avtaar. It's a Diwali bonan- za for moviegoers across the globe and is sure to conclude the celebratory period on a high. BLOCKBUSTER. http://www.bollywoodhungama.com/ Dr. Amresh Jamwal Osteoarthritis : Osteoarthritis (OA) is the most common type of Arthritis and major cause of joint pains in the elderly. In India, Osteoarthritis of the knee is more common as compared to Osteoarthritis of other joints. Usually females are more effected than males. Osteoarthritis of the knee is often char- acterized by decreased joint space, joint pain, swelling, weakness and a lack of flexibility at the effected knee joint. Risk factors of Osteoarthritis of the knee include old age, obesity, Osteoporosis, previous injury, muscle weakness or dysfunction. Usually the inner side of the knee joint is more effected as compared to the outer side. Muscle weakness is associated with pain and loss of proper function and influ- ences the progression of the disease in patients with Osteoarthritis of the knee. Do's in Osteoarthritis: * If suffering from Osteoporosis along with Osteoarthri- tis, always consult your Doctor regarding which exercises should be done as Osteoporotic bones are prone to frac- tures even under normal stress. * Knee joint should be properly supported by using a knee band. * A walking stick should be used. When used it should be held in the hand opposite to the effected knee. * If overweight, reducing weight helps in reducing the effects of Osteoarthritis. Don't in Osteoarthritis: * Avoid sitting with both legs crossed. * Avoid sitting in low chairs or chairs without arm rest. * Avoid climbing stairs. If necessary, climb stairs using the good leg. * Prolonged walking should be avoided. * Avoid walking with heavy weights. * Avoid repeated standing from sitting. * Avoid over exercising. * Don't stop your medicines on your own. Always consult your Doctor before stopping your medicines. How exercises help in Osteoarthritis: Optimal management of patient with mild to moderate Osteoarthritis of the knee requires a combination of phar- macological and non-pharmacological therapies. The effects of high resistance strength training are not always greater than those of low resistance strength training in patients with OA of the knee. A combination of supervised exercises under a Physiotherapist and independent daily home-based exercises in addition to medicines should be provided to such patients. Guidance of a Physiotherapist is necessary because a Physiotherapist has knowledge as to which exercises are suitable for a patient of OA as some exercises can actually worsen OA. In addition to that a Phys- iotherapist has many techniques to improve joint mobility and suitable equipments such as Ultrasound and TENS which help in reducing pain and swelling around the knee joint. Effects of exercise in Osteoarthritis of knee: * It is effective in reducing pain. * It helps in maintaining normal walking pattern. * It improves blood circulation of the knee joint. * It helps in improving range of motion of the effected knee joint. * It strengthens the muscles around the knee thus improv- ing its ability to carry weight properly. * It improves flexibility of the muscles around the knee joint. * It also provides a psychological sense of well being to the patient. Common reasons of OA patients for failure to do exer- cise regularly: * Attitudes towards exercise: Most patients don't do exer- cise as they don't consider it as important as other activities they do daily and find it difficult to take out time for doing exercise. Hence they develop a non committed attitude towards exercise. * Perceived severity of Osteoarthritis: Patients who believe that OA is incurable find it hard to believe that doing exercise is going to help them and hence they develop a resigning attitude towards exercise. * Expecting extra ordinary results: Some patients believe they will get immediate results by doing exercises. They do exercise for few days and then quit doing exercises when they don't get results they thought they will get. * Age: Most elderly patients find it difficult to carry out exercises and hence they don't do exercise. * Increase in pain: This usually occurs because of doing exercises incorrectly. An important point to be noted is that most patients with Osteoarthritis of the knee demonstrate significant weakness of the hip musculature also. Therefore, not only the knee muscles but the hip joint muscles should also be exercised in order to maintain the effect of exercise on muscle strength in patients with Osteoarthritis of the knee. (The author is a Physiotherapist) Lalit Gupta Making her place at the mast of contemporary Indian art scene, the young Dogra woman painter Sunanda Khajuria, is one such gifted artist who has done Jammu proud and especially her native village Painthal near Katra. Her paintings in which she paints a world of fantasy, nos- talgia and utopias thus reiterating the gifts which empower us to dress up our otherwise drab environments with shim- mering lamps of dreams and recollections-have won acco- lades as brilliant creative expressions that seem to unlock certain truths that are within and part of most of us. Sunanda Khajuria's paintings are testimony to the fact that even in a pragmatic world sworn to factual truth, the assumption that fantasies are no longer necessary for dis- covering our true potential does not hold true. Though unre- al, dreams are life enhancing, inspiring courage. Born in a quaint village of Painthal and brought up in Jam- mu, Sunanda recognized and developed her passion for painting from an early age, where she began by transform- ing day to day experiences into pictorial narratives. Having graduated from the Institute of Music & Fine Arts, Jammu, she subsequently shifted to New Delhi to pursue her mas- ters at the Delhi Col- lege of Fine Arts. After completing her masters in fine arts, she was selected for various residency programmes over- seas and has trav- elled to Australia, Tanzania, Italy and Russia, Hong Kong. Her latest sojourn was China in connection with residency programs at the Red Gate Art Gallery in Beijing, China. One who was awarded 2010-12, Scholarship for Advance Research on Chinese Art, she has also the honour of receiving awards from AIFACS, New Delhi, National Scholarship, Ministry of H.R.D and Lalit Kala Research Grant. Today a much sought after women artist, the character- istic feature of her paintings is that while drawing heavily from beliefs and anecdotes that have dotted her past, she metic- ulously picked up motifs from memory, impregnating them with inferences from the present in a glorious coalition of past and present, rural and urban. Metaphors of the river, the mountains, the moon, and the number of three, are leitmo- tifs of a past that have re-surfaced only after having reced- ed far into distant memory, and getting compartmentalised as irretrievable. Wanting to see the world afresh she discards all the accepted notions and prejudices about flesh being pink and apples yellow or red and creates a pictorial world full of sym- bolic overtones. Whether critical or introspective, she delves into personal memory, transforming them in her work, her- self the protagonist, frequently the optical centre of a paint- ing. Exploring possibilities of forging links via the visual cul- tures of countries is to her a thrilling artistic challenge. Her works marked with bright colours and followed by the pictorial daring in her manner of composing are ornate and reminiscent of traditional art, are replete with a sense of cel- ebration in their very act of existence. Sunanda Khajuria sums up the process of creative jour- ney as following, "With systematic training in art, over the years I have become more interested in understanding the emotional and psychological states of human nature and explore the possibilities of its visualization in my work. This process generally begins with taking a queue from the mundane and trying to look into nature and constitution of human situations, desires and aspirations. As a culmina- tion of this complex and extend process, I understand, that my work ultimately attains a reality of its own. A reality that is a sum total of what I see, react to, think perceive, memo- rize, personalize and feel like externalizing as a visible man- ifestation.However, with whichever the resource I draw my imagination from or whatever the reasons stimulating me to start and evolve my work, I always try to stay within the parameters of decent, positive and socially acceptable aes- thetics. I strongly believe that in the name of creativity one does not drift into an attitude of selfish individualism that seeks only private joy". SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 3, 2013 (PAGE-4) A splendid superhero film Exercise and osteoarthritis of Knee HEALTHLINES MOVIE REVIEW Painting her dreams, recollections PERSONALITY LIFE STYLE Scented ways The aromatic way * Rose, ylang ylang, jasmine, geranium, and lavender for a calming and romantic environment in the bedroom. * Basil, rosemary, and lavender in officer for concentration. * Educalyptus for washing machine load. * Scent the pet pillow with flea deterring laven- der and peppermint. (TWS) HER WORKS MARKED WITH BRIGHT COLOURS AND FOLLOWED BY THE PICTORIAL DARING IN HER MANNER OF COMPOSING ARE ORNATE AND REMINISCENT OF TRADITIONAL ART , ARE REPLETE WITH A SENSE OF CELEBRATION IN THEIR VERY ACT OF EXISTENCE.
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Aromatherapy recommended essential oils are aneffective way of keeping the home environ clean in anatural way, says Sharmila Chand
Aromatherapy, a wonderful therapy using essentialplant and flower extracts to promote health and wellbe-ing, has been prevalent since time immemorial. Theseoils work in perfect harmony with our most powerfulsense, i.e scent. Hence, we subconsciously seek to cre-ate good aroma around us. Can you resist the soothingsmell of lavender or the citrus freshness of orange andlemon? Or the earthy, fruity scent of patchouli?
It is a well known fact that when properly diffused,essential oils help in seeking relaxation, relieve tension,clear the mind, and improve concentration. Aromaticplant oils can stimulate, balance, uplift, soothe and calm.
The very word 'essential oils' gives an idea of thepleasing scents but pure essential oils have remarkablecleaning properties too. If the basic principles of aro-matherapy can be applied to our everyday task - likecleaning, it helps us in many ways. They are known fortheir antibacterial, disinfectant, anti fungal and antisepticcleaning properties. For example, the eucalyptus oil helpsin keeping pests and insects away.
Our day to day exposure to hazardous chemicalsfound in ordinary household products not only increasethe toxic elements but theseproducts also create tonsof toxic waste whichis disposed of inthe environ-ment in theform of airand waterpo l lu t ionand solidt o x i cw a s t e .Essentialoils neu-tralise theunpleas-ant odourand air-borne bacte-ria that linger inour homes, cars,workplaces etc.Hence it is oftenreferred to as "Nature'spharmacy" having the cleansingproperties of the botanical origin.
Many essential oils have been clinically proven to killbacteria, viruses and fungi and help people stay healthy,avoid illness and boost the immune system. Oils that arebest for cleaning are: Lemon, grapefruit, eucalyptus, pep-permint, tea tree, lavender, and rosemary.
Tea Tree Oil is used in many cleansing formulas, it isa must-have in mop water or counter sprays. LikewisePine oil is known for its deodorising effect. This oil is greatto have in room sprays and air fresheners instead of thefragrant synthetic ones we often purchase.
Blossom Kochhar, a well known expert on aromather-apy says, "Many of us have noticed that when we tackleour household chores, the smell from the chemicals ofmany products can be pretty overwhelming, and if we usethem without proper ventilation we may end up makingourselves sick. Even the cleanest of kitchens are suscep-tible to unwanted visitors."
Kochhar suggests a few of the most effective bacte-ria-killing essential oils to use for natural cleaning, andsome recipes for making your own products.
For Ants: Wipe cabinets with a damp sponge and 6 to 8 drops
peppermint essential oil. Then place 3 to 5 drops of thesame oil on windowsills, doorway cracks and in the cor-
ners of cabinets under the kitchen sink.For Centipedes, earwigs, silverfish: Place drops of citronella essential oil in areas that col-
lect moisture such as basements, garages and cabinetsthat house plumbing fixtures.
For rats:Place sprigs of fresh peppermint between pantry
items in your cabinets, or make a solution of 2 cups waterand 3 teaspoons of peppermint essential oil and spray itwherever you find mouse droppings.
Mites and weevils: Place a few whole nutmegs in flour containers.For Other insects: Place loose bay leaves in kitchen cabinets.Germs-be-gone toilet cleanerThis antibacterial spray cleaner is specially formulat-
ed for cleaning the general surface area of the toilet, andunder and behind the seat.
2 cups water 1/4 cup liquid soap
1 tablespoon tea tree essential oil Combine all ingredients in a spray bottle
and shake well. Spray on toilet surfaces andwipe clean with damp cloth or sponge.
Herbal disinfectant:A super disinfectant formula that's
incredibly easy to make2 cups hot water 10 drops thyme essential oil 1/4 cup washing sodaCombine all ingredients in a spray
bottle and shake well. Spray on surfacesand wipe clean with a damp cloth or
sponge.Sink Scrubber for stains
For stubborn stains, allow this formula torest on the stain for several minutes, then
scrub and rinse with vinegar and hot water.1/4 cup washing soda
1/4 cup baking soda 8 drops rosemary, eucalyptus3/4 cup vinegar for rinsing
Combine washing soda, baking soda and essential oil
in an airtight container and shake well to blend. Sprinkle
a small amount into the sink and scrub with a damp
sponge. Rinse the sink with vinegar, then with hot water.
Glass and mirror cleaner
Take 1 cup Water, add 1 cup white vinegar and 10
drops lemon or lime oil.
Combine ingredients in a spray bottle and shake well
before every use. Spray on surface to be cleaned and
wipe until dry with a soft cloth or crumpled newspaper.
You will get a clean shiny surface. Treating pet urine stain and smellEssential oils also eliminate the smell of dog urine.
Add five to 10 drops of essential oil to 1 cup of water andput it in a spray bottle. After blotting and rinsing away dogurine, shake the spray bottle and saturate the area withthe solution. The oils will eliminate the dog urine odourand leave a pleasant scent behind. According to experts,some essential oils like eucalyptus or cinnamon will deteryour dog from revisiting the spot to urinate on again.
When you clean your home with natural aromathera-py products, you not only create a clean and healthyhome, but you also contribute a little to clean environ.
Taran Adarsh
Exactly a decade back, even Rakesh Roshan would'venever envisaged that KOI... MIL GAYA [2003] would coversuch a long and prosperous distance, regaling audiencesand winning hearts across the globe. The gargantuan suc-cess of KOI... MIL GAYA encouraged the Roshans to cre-ate one of the most lucrative franchises in India, resultingin KRRISH [2006]... and now KRRISH-3 [2013]. In retro-spect, the franchise only got bigger with the passage oftime. The scale, the budget, the characters... everythingseems like a giant leap than the predecessor. On a paral-lel track, the expectations attached to the franchise contin-ue to grow manifold.
One of the mostexpensive films pro-duced in India,KRRISH-3 retains thestory of noble versussinful [the plot is con-nected with the prede-cessors], but RoshanSr. makes sure herenews and revampsthe latest installment --adding the evil mutantsto fight the superhero,garnishing the plot with
loads of visual effects, et al -- attempting to match the super-hero flicks that arrive from Hollywood. The essenceremains the same: the superhero has to save the planetfrom destructive forces. The difference lies in the fact thatRoshan Sr. envelopes the typical Indian emotions withtechnology to tug at your heartstrings and win you over.
Besides the superhero, another standout aspect ofKRRISH-3 is, without a shred of doubt, the antagonist, whois extremely powerful and who has created an army ofmutants, which is called maanvar [a combination ofmaanas/man and jaanwar/animal]. And it is this aspect --half human-half animal -- that gives this superhero film anedge. The pack of villains [Chameleon Kaya, Rhinoman,Antman, Frogman, Cheetahwoman, Scorpionwoman]challenge the powers of the superhero and the duel thatensues reverberates in your memory much after thescreening has concluded.
After defeating the villainous Dr. Siddhant Arya[Naseeruddin Shah] and bringing his father Rohit [HrithikRoshan] back from the dead, Krrish [Hrithik, again] contin-ued fighting against evil and saving innocent lives. NowKrishna [Hrithik] is living a happily married life with Priya[Priyanka Chopra], while Rohit is using his scientific bril-liance to benefit society. And Krrish is everyone's favoritesuperhero saviour. Unknown to them, a dark force is grow-ing in another part of the world. Kaal [Vivek Oberoi], an evilgenius, is selfishly misusing his powers to spread fear,death and destruction. And he is being assisted by an armyof very dangerous beings, which he has created himself.Not long after Kaal's plans are put into action, both Rohitand Krrish find themselves in front of a crisis of epic pro-
portions, which only they can resolve, together. But whenthey finally cross paths with Kaal and his army, neither ofthem is prepared for what lies ahead.
Kaal not only brings the world to the brink of disaster,he also puts the strength and love of Krishna and his fam-ily to test. And Krrish has to somehow find the power with-in to face an unbeatable foe. The greatest battle betweengood and wicked sets in motion...
Rakesh Roshan has adapted himself to the fast-chang-ing times. His clutch on the emotional quotient is apparentin every venture, but in KRRISH-3, the marriage of contentand VFX is the motivating force, its biggest USP, which setsit apart from his previous directorial ventures. The veteranknows with experience that mere VFX minus drama/emo-tions will fall flat on its face and at the same time, with Hol-lywood invading the marquee with technical marvels, onehas to contend with global standards too. Roshan Sr. smart-ly assimilates the esteemed formula of good versus evilwith the technical wizardry of today to create a visual spec-tacle that is sure to redefine the escapist cinema we aresynonymous with.
From the writing point of view, while the first half intro-duces us to the characters and the conflict sets in motion,it's the second hour that works like magic, holding you atten-tive till the last frame. Kangna's character is one of the strik-ing aspects, Vivek's villainy reaches its crescendo and thefight between good and evil, towards the second half, is thehallmark of the enterprise. Besides the VFX, the look of thecharacters catches your eye. The costumes, the makeup,the overall makeover of the characters is truly imaginative,with the director and those associated in the respectivedepartments running their imagination wild to create animpression. Vivek Oberoi is in top form as the antagonist.The intensity, the voice and the makeover gives the term'villain' an all-new meaning in KRRISH-3. Though the actorhas portrayed negative characters in several endeavors,you're sure to see Vivek in a new light here. He gets to por-tray a layered character that is sinister, brutal and caustic.Vivek should finally get his due with this film.
Priyanka Chopra is efficient enough, portraying her partvery well. Note her sequences in the post-interval portions.She's truly fantastic! Kangna Ranaut is superb. She exhibitsa lot of toughness in her personality, which gels well withher on-screen character. She's deadly and gorgeous -- alethal combo. The actress is sure to win laurels for the role.Naseeruddin Shah and Mohnish Bahl appear in cameos.Arif Zakaria and Rajpal Yadav are adequate. The actors por-traying the parts of the mutants register an impact.
On the whole, KRRISH-3 has the ingredients that makea splendid superhero film, besides being Rakesh Roshan'smost accomplished work so far. Besides a riveting plot, thefilm scores brownie points thanks to the strong undercur-rent of emotions, the clash between the protagonist andantagonist/mutants, the awe-inspiring visual effects, thelarger-than-life entertainment and of course, HrithikRoshan, who is matchless in this avtaar. It's a Diwali bonan-za for moviegoers across the globe and is sure to concludethe celebratory period on a high. BLOCKBUSTER.
http://www.bollywoodhungama.com/
Dr. Amresh Jamwal
Osteoarthritis :Osteoarthritis (OA) is the most common type of Arthritis
and major cause of joint pains in the elderly. In India,Osteoarthritis of the knee is more common as compared toOsteoarthritis of other joints. Usually females are moreeffected than males. Osteoarthritis of the knee is often char-acterized by decreased joint space, joint pain, swelling,weakness and a lack of flexibility at the effected knee joint.Risk factors of Osteoarthritis of the knee include old age,obesity, Osteoporosis, previous injury, muscle weakness ordysfunction. Usually the inner side of the knee joint is moreeffected as compared to the outer side. Muscle weaknessis associated with pain and loss of proper function and influ-ences the progression of the disease in patients withOsteoarthritis of the knee.
Do's in Osteoarthritis:* If suffering from Osteoporosis along with Osteoarthri-
tis, always consult your Doctor regarding which exercisesshould be done as Osteoporotic bones are prone to frac-tures even under normalstress.
* Knee joint should beproperly supported byusing a knee band.
* A walking stick shouldbe used. When used itshould be held in the handopposite to the effectedknee.
* If overweight, reducingweight helps in reducing theeffects of Osteoarthritis.
Don't in Osteoarthritis:* Avoid sitting with both
legs crossed.* Avoid sitting in low
chairs or chairs without armrest.
* Avoid climbing stairs. Ifnecessary, climb stairsusing the good leg.
* Prolonged walkingshould be avoided.
* Avoid walking with heavy weights.* Avoid repeated standing from sitting.* Avoid over exercising.* Don't stop your medicines on your own. Always consult
your Doctor before stopping your medicines.How exercises help in Osteoarthritis:Optimal management of patient with mild to moderate
Osteoarthritis of the knee requires a combination of phar-macological and non-pharmacological therapies. Theeffects of high resistance strength training are not alwaysgreater than those of low resistance strength training inpatients with OA of the knee. A combination of supervisedexercises under a Physiotherapist and independent dailyhome-based exercises in addition to medicines should beprovided to such patients. Guidance of a Physiotherapist isnecessary because a Physiotherapist has knowledge as towhich exercises are suitable for a patient of OA as someexercises can actually worsen OA. In addition to that a Phys-iotherapist has many techniques to improve joint mobilityand suitable equipments such as Ultrasound and TENS
which help in reducing pain and swelling around the kneejoint.
Effects of exercise in Osteoarthritis of knee:* It is effective in reducing pain.* It helps in maintaining normal walking pattern.* It improves blood circulation of the knee joint.* It helps in improving range of motion of the effected
knee joint.* It strengthens the muscles around the knee thus improv-
ing its ability to carry weight properly.* It improves flexibility of the muscles around the knee
joint.* It also provides a psychological sense of well being to
the patient.Common reasons of OA patients for failure to do exer-
cise regularly:* Attitudes towards exercise: Most patients don't do exer-
cise as they don't consider it as important as other activitiesthey do daily and find it difficult to take out time for doingexercise. Hence they develop a non committed attitude
towards exercise.* Perceived severity of Osteoarthritis: Patients who
believe that OA is incurable find it hard to believe that doingexercise is going to help them and hence they develop aresigning attitude towards exercise.
* Expecting extra ordinary results: Some patients believethey will get immediate results by doing exercises. They doexercise for few days and then quit doing exercises whenthey don't get results they thought they will get.
* Age: Most elderly patients find it difficult to carry outexercises and hence they don't do exercise.
* Increase in pain: This usually occurs because of doingexercises incorrectly.
An important point to be noted is that most patients withOsteoarthritis of the knee demonstrate significant weaknessof the hip musculature also. Therefore, not only the kneemuscles but the hip joint muscles should also be exercisedin order to maintain the effect of exercise on muscle strengthin patients with Osteoarthritis of the knee.
(The author is a Physiotherapist)
Lalit Gupta
Making her place at the mast of contemporary Indian artscene, the young Dogra woman painter Sunanda Khajuria,is one such gifted artist who has done Jammu proud andespecially her native village Painthal near Katra.
Her paintings in which she paints a world of fantasy, nos-talgia and utopias thus reiterating the gifts which empowerus to dress up our otherwise drab environments with shim-mering lamps of dreams and recollections-have won acco-lades as brilliant creative expressions that seem to unlockcertain truths that are within and part of most of us.
Sunanda Khajuria's paintings are testimony to the factthat even in a pragmatic world sworn to factual truth, theassumption that fantasies are no longer necessary for dis-covering our true potential does not hold true. Though unre-al, dreams are life enhancing, inspiring courage.
Born in a quaint village of Painthal and brought up in Jam-mu, Sunanda recognized and developed her passion forpainting from an early age, where she began by transform-ing day to day experiences into pictorial narratives. Havinggraduated from the Institute of Music & Fine Arts, Jammu,she subsequentlyshifted to New Delhito pursue her mas-ters at the Delhi Col-lege of Fine Arts.After completing hermasters in fine arts,she was selected forvarious residencyprogrammes over-seas and has trav-elled to Australia,Tanzania, Italy andRussia, Hong Kong.
Her latestsojourn was Chinain connection withresidency programsat the Red Gate ArtGallery in Beijing,China. One whowas awarded 2010-12, Scholarship for Advance Researchon Chinese Art, she has also the honour of receiving awardsfrom AIFACS, New Delhi, National Scholarship, Ministry ofH.R.D and Lalit Kala Research Grant.
Today a much sought after women artist, the character-istic feature of her paintings is that while drawing heavily frombeliefs and anecdotes that have dotted her past, she metic-ulously picked up motifs from memory, impregnating themwith inferences from the present in a glorious coalition of pastand present, rural and urban. Metaphors of the river, themountains, the moon, and the number of three, are leitmo-tifs of a past that have re-surfaced only after having reced-ed far into distant memory, and getting compartmentalisedas irretrievable.
Wanting to see the world afresh she discards all theaccepted notions and prejudices about flesh being pink andapples yellow or red and creates a pictorial world full of sym-bolic overtones. Whether critical or introspective, she delvesinto personal memory, transforming them in her work, her-self the protagonist, frequently the optical centre of a paint-
ing. Exploring possibilities of forging links via the visual cul-tures of countries is to her a thrilling artistic challenge.
Her works marked with bright colours and followed by thepictorial daring in her manner of composing are ornate and
reminiscent of traditional art, are replete with a sense of cel-ebration in their very act of existence.
Sunanda Khajuria sums up the process of creative jour-ney as following, "With systematic training in art, over theyears I have become more interested in understanding theemotional and psychological states of human nature andexplore the possibilities of its visualization in my work.
This process generally begins with taking a queue fromthe mundane and trying to look into nature and constitutionof human situations, desires and aspirations. As a culmina-tion of this complex and extend process, I understand, thatmy work ultimately attains a reality of its own. A reality thatis a sum total of what I see, react to, think perceive, memo-rize, personalize and feel like externalizing as a visible man-ifestation.However, with whichever the resource I draw myimagination from or whatever the reasons stimulating me tostart and evolve my work, I always try to stay within theparameters of decent, positive and socially acceptable aes-thetics. I strongly believe that in the name of creativity onedoes not drift into an attitude of selfish individualism thatseeks only private joy".
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A splendid superhero film
Exercise and osteoarthritis of Knee
HEALTHLINES
MOVIE REVIEW
Painting her dreams, recollections
PERSONALITY
LIFE STYLE
Scented waysThe aromatic way
* Rose, ylang ylang, jasmine, geranium, and
lavender for a calming and romantic
environment in the bedroom.
* Basil, rosemary, and lavender in officer for
concentration.
* Educalyptus for washing machine load.
* Scent the pet pillow with flea deterring laven-
der and peppermint.(TWS)
HER WORKS MARKED WITH BRIGHT
COLOURS AND FOLLOWED BY THE
PICTORIAL DARING IN HER MANNER
OF COMPOSING ARE ORNATE AND
REMINISCENT OF TRADITIONAL ART,
ARE REPLETE WITH A SENSE OF
CELEBRATION IN THEIR VERY
ACT OF EXISTENCE.
