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24 UGC Acclaimed, 273 AICTE Released List of Fake Universities in India

Posted: 27 Mar 2020 04:55 AM PDT

The University Grants Commission regularly researches to check if any Fake Universities in India are not recognized or awarded by them. The students who are looking for admissions must make sure to keep an eye on the list released by the UGC. This list is regularly updated on the official website of the UGC as the list of Fake Universities in India. The recent list was updated in 2019. This list will help you keep a track of all the quality and fake universities across the country. Make sure you go through the entire list of Fake Universities in India before you decide to join any college/ university.

24 UGC Acclaimed, 273 AICTE Released List of Fake Universities in India

Fake Universities in India 2019

A university can award degrees to the students studying in their institute only if they have been established under the Central Provincial or State Act as per the UGC Act 1956. The universities must be deemed under section 3 of the UGC Act. If the universities are not deemed as per the UGC Act, they can still grant degrees to the students if they are specifically empowered by an Act of the Parliament to confer degrees to students. Only the institutes that are established under the Central/ State/ Provincial Act as per Section 23 of the UGC Act can include the word “University” in their name.

There are many bogus universities in India that are functioning against the rules of UGC to cheat students and make a profit. In the 2019 official statement made by the University Grants Commission, it is said that strict action will be taken against all the Fake Universities in India. Below, we have given you the list of such universities. But before that, we need to understand what a fake university is.

What is meant by a Fake University?

Universities in India which are not approved by the UGC or the Government of the State Board are fake. They function just like any other university, provide Under Graduate (UG) and Post Graduate (PG) certificates to students for various courses offered. But these certificates are not approved by the University Grants Commission or the Indian Government Board. Many students in need of education fall into the trap of these fake institutions. All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE) also releases the list of Fake Universities in India on their website as well as in public newspapers. Go through the list released by UGC and AICTE before applying to any institute

Recent List of Fake Universities in India given by UGC in 2019

The University Grants Commission Board has recognized 24 of the Fake Universities in India which do not have any right to confer degrees to students. According to the UGC, Delhi has the highest number of fake universities – 8, followed by Uttar Pradesh – 7. Let’s see the list of India Fake Universities released by them.

 Name of the State Name of the University  Location of University
Delhi Vocational University  Delhi
Indian Institute of Science and Engineering New Delhi
Viswakarma Open University for Self Employment Sanjay Enclave, Opp Depot, Delhi
Commercial University Limited Daryganj, Delhi
ADR – Centric Juridical University Rajendra Place, New Delhi
Adhyatmik Vishwavidyala (Spiritual University) Vijay Vihar, Rithala, Delhi
United Nations University Delhi
Varanasi Sanskrit Vishwavidyalaya Varanasi/ Jagatpuri, Delhi
Uttar Pradesh Indraprastha Shiksha Parishad Khoda, Makanpur, Noida, Phase II
Maharana Partap Shiksha Niketan Vishwavidyala Pratapgarh
Netaji Subash Chandra Bose University (Open University) Achaltal, Aligarh
Gandhi Hindi Vidyapeeth Prayag, Allahabad
National University of Electro Complex Homeopathy Kanpur
Mahila Gram Vidhyapith/ Vishwavidhyalaya (Women’s University) Prayag, Allahabad
Uttar Pradesh Vishwavidyalaya Kosi Kalam, Mathura
Odisha Nababharat Shiksha Parishad Anupoorna Bhawan Shaktinagar, Rourkela
North Orissa University of Agriculture & Technology Odisha
West Bengal Indian Institute of Alternative Medicine Kolkata
Institute of Alternative Medicine and Research Kolkata
Puducherry Sree Bodhi Academy of Higher Education No. 186, Thilaspet, Vazhuthavoor Road
Bihar Maithali University/ Vishwavidyalaya Darbhanga, Bihar
Karnataka Badaganvi Sarkar World Open University Education Society Gokak, Belgaum, Karnataka
Kerala St. John’s University Kishanattam, Kerala
Maharashtra Raja Arabic University Nagpur, Maharashtra

LIST OF FAKE UNIVERSITIES IN INDIA AS GIVEN BY UGC


According to the UGC Act 1956, the University Grants Commission has released the above list of fake universities in India. We request all candidates to research well before they decide to join any university. From the Fake Universities List above, the Bharatiya Shiksha Parishad, Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh is subjudice before the Lucknow District Court currently.

How to find out if the University is Fake or not?

After seeing the various fake universities, most students are always scared to apply to any university as it becomes difficult to trust anyone. But you can follow one basic step to check the authenticity of the university. Visit the official website of the university you want to apply to. Check if it is accredited or recognized by the UGC or the State Government Board. You can also find this information in the certificate the university issues. Be careful when checking for these details. The fake universities use duplicate seal and wrong spellings. They also have grammatical mistakes. Original universities have certificates with seals that are either embossed or gold. One more way to check fake university certificates is seeing the text used. Fake universities in India always use Old English text on their certificates.

What happens if you fall in the trap of these Fake Universities in India?

I will share my personal experience with you. When I was looking for an institute, I was not sure which university to pick. I would just google my course and get a list of universities along with their fee structure. I had come across one university which claimed to number one university in India. It did not mention if it is accredited by UGC or AICTE or not. I was ready to fill the application form. But then I saw a few reviews of the college which said it is a fake university in India. I was a little scared of what to do. I called them up on the number they gave me and they assured me it is not a fake university. But I still had some doubts in my mind.

What I did next, is what all of you should do if you have any doubts. I called up UGC. They were so helpful and guided me through the process. The answered all my questions. After I told them about my concern, they told me that the university if false. I was so relieved that I called them up. I was saved from falling in the trap of another of these fake universities in India. Candidates can also report these universities to the UGC or  AICTE. In case you fall in the trap of these false institutes in India, your certificate will not be accepted anywhere. Your time and money will be wasted and your degree will not hold any value. That is why it is very important to make sure the university you select is not fake.

Recent List of Fake Universities in India given by AICTE in 2019

The All India Council for Technical Education, commonly known as AICTE, is a statutory body. It is a national-level council for technical education which falls under the Department of Higher Education, Ministry of Human Resource Development. According to AICTE, 279 technical institutions in India are fake. The board releases its list of Fake Universities in India on their official website and also publish it in the newspapers.

As per the AICTE, Karnataka tops the list with 23 fake universities. The states to follow are Uttar Pradesh with 22, Himachal Pradesh with 18, Bihar with 17, Maharashtra with 16 and Tamil Nadu with 11 false institutes. Uttarakhand and Rajasthan have three bogus universities each which stand the lowest.


LIST OF FAKE UNIVERSITIES IN INDIA AS GIVEN BY AICTE


Conclusion

Though the list of Fake universities in India is not limited to the list given above. It is the students’ duty to check if the university is fake or not. UGC and AICTE are boards that will help the students stay away from most of the bogus institutes running in the country. But, UGC and AICTE can’t find out all the institutes that fake. Many institutions do not use the word university but use various synonyms like college, institute, etc. UGC does not consider these when preparing the list of false universities. Candidates must always make sure to check the official website of the institute for UGC or AICTE accreditation. They must also check the certificate for the original seal, if possible. Stay safe and stay away from these bogus universities. Pick the right university and study well to land in a high-paying job in India.

SHS Bihar Previous Papers PDF for Executive Assistant, Accounts Officer, Accountant HERE!!

Posted: 27 Mar 2020 04:00 AM PDT

SHS Bihar Previous Papers Pdf is available for free download. Aspirants may check State Health Society Bihar Solved Papers. Download SHS Bihar Model Papers along with Answers. Also, get Study Material, Preparation tips in addition to SHS Bihar Old Question Papers. Here you will get the complete information of the Bihar State Health Society Previous Papers. Solving previous papers can help you to prepare well for the exams.SHS Bihar Previous Papers PDF for Executive Assistant, Accounts Officer, Accountant HERE!!

SHS Bihar Previous Papers with Answers

Download the State Health Society Bihar Old Question papers pdf from our site. We have provided the SHS Bihar Previous Papers in the Pdf format. Therefore, the applicants can download the SHS Bihar Exam Solved papers easily and quickly. Just click on the below links, to get the State Health Society Bihar Previous Papers PDF. Applicants can also check the SHS Bihar Exam Syllabus and Exam Pattern provided below. Therefore Applicants can refer to subject wise Solved Papers which are helpful to get your dream job.

SHS Bihar Previous Year Model Exam Papers Pdf

Interested candidates who have applied for SHS Bihar Recruitment can find all the model question papers here. The notification for this Executive Assistant, Accounts Officer, Accountant vacancy was released. Check out all the model papers and download them for free for SHS Bihar exam 2020. This will help you prepare well and score good marks in your exams. We have provided a list of previous year question papers for you to practice, as the more you practice the more you can prepare. It will also help you to understand the structure of the exam, important topics, types of questions asked and other details that are important from exam point of view. For more details, read the sections in this article. You can also visit the official portal of State Health Society Bihar.

SHS Bihar Exam Practice Papers – Details

Description Details
Organization Name State Health Society Bihar (SHS Bihar)
Posts Name Executive Assistant, Accounts Officer, Accountant (APO)
Category Previous Papers
SHS Bihar Exam Date 2020 Updated Soon
Job Location Kolkata
Official website www.statehealthsocietybihar.org

Selection Process:

  • Computer Based Test
  • Document Verification
  • Interview

State Health Society Bihar (SHS Bihar) Executive Assistant, Accounts Officer, Accountant Exam Pattern 2020

The entire details of the SHS Bihar exam 2020 is given under this topic. It includes details like Subject name, Number of Questions, Marks allotted etc.

SHS Bihar Exam Pattern

The SHS Bihar exam pattern is given in detail below. There will be a computer-based test conducted. The CBT will be conducted for 100 marks; 60 marks for general questions and 40 marks for technical questions. Candidates who have applied for SBI Bihar Executive Assistant Exam must participate in the Online Typing Speed Test. Check the details below for more information. The direct links for SHS Bihar sample papers are given below for you to download for free and prepare well.

SHS Bihar Syllabus for Computer Based Test

Name of the Post General Questions Technical/ Subject Matter Questions
Number of Questions – 60 Number of Questions – 20
Score – 1 mark for each Score – 2 marks for each
Executive Assistant, Accounts Officer, Accountant (APO) General Knowledge
Economics
Everyday Science
Indian Constitution
Indian Culture
Indian Geography
Indian History
Indian Politics
General HindiGeneral EnglishFundamental of ComputerBasic Concept of ComputerBasic Knowledge of MS OfficeBasic Knowledge of InternetBasic Knowledge of Computer Network
Reasoning
Arithmetic Reasoning
Decision Making
Problem Solving
Similarities
Space Visualization
Verbal and Figural Classification
Data Sufficiency
Figural Series Completion
Numerical Ability
Percentages
Time and Work
Simplication
Profit and Loss
Time and Distance
Averages
Problems on Ages

SHS Bihar Syllabus for Online Speed Typing Test

Name of the Post Typing Speed Test Qualifying Criteria
Executive Assistant (State)
Executive Assistant (District)
Hindi – Minimum 20 Words Per Minute
200 Words in 10 Minutes
80% Accuracy is a must
English – Minimum 25 Words Per Minute
250 Words in 10 Minutes

Download SHS Bihar Assistant Previous Year Question Papers Pdf

Here we have provided previous papers for candidates who want to prepare for SHS Bihar exam. By preparing well you can secure very good marks in the exam. You can find the direct link here to download the SHS Bihar Executive Assistant, Accounts Officer, Accountant model papers. These papers are as per the exam pattern making it easier for candidates to prepare. Download the subject wise old question papers of SHS Bihar exam below.

Subject Previous Paper
General Knowledge Get Here
Reasoning Get Here
Numerical Ability Get Here
General English Get Here
General Hindi Get Here
Fundamentals of Computer Get Here

Candidates, please remember that the papers that are given above for SHS Bihar Executive Assistant, Accounts Officer, Accountant are previous papers/ sample papers only. They are only for reference use.

MAPIT Recruitment 2020 – Apply Online for 166 DeGM, AeGM, Lead Trainer & Trainer Posts @ mapit.gov.in

Posted: 27 Mar 2020 12:36 AM PDT


MAPIT Recruitment 2020: Online Application for 166 AeGM, DeGM & Trainer Posts in Madhya Pradesh @ www.mapit.gov.in!! Madhya Pradesh Agency for Promotion of Information Technology has released the MAPIT notification. This is for the candidates who wish to apply for the posts like Assistant E-Governance Manager (AeGM), District E-Governance Manager (DeGM), Lead Trainer and Trainer posts. Currently, there are 166 MAPIT Vacancy that needs to be filled up. For this, the officials are inviting eligible candidates to apply online. All interested candidates can read the details to check their eligibility. Eligible candidates start to apply online from 27th March 2020. The last date to apply for MAPIT Recruitment is 20th April 2020. Selected candidates will be placed in Madhya Pradesh.

MAPIT Recruitment 2020   Apply Online for 166 DeGM, AeGM, Lead Trainer & Trainer Posts @ mapit.gov.in

Madhya Pradesh Agency for Promotion of Information Technology Recruitment 2020-21

Interested candidates can read the details given in the sections below. These details are from the MAPIT Notification. Read all the details carefully to check if you are eligible. You can also refer to the official notification for more information. Once you have confirmed that you are eligible for these MAPIT jobs, proceed to apply online. Follow the steps below to make sure your application is not rejected. Click on the MAPIT Apply Online link to start applying. If you wish to know more about the Madhya Pradesh Agency for Promotion of Information Technology, click on the official website link below or visit www.mapit.gov.in.

Overview of MAPIT Jobs 2020

Name of the Organization Madhya Pradesh Agency for Promotion of Information Technology
Number of Vacancies 166
Name of Post Assistant E-Governance Manager (AeGM), District E-Governance Manager (DeGM), Lead Trainer and Trainer posts
Starting date of application 27th March 2020
Closing date of application 20th April 2020
Job Category Madhya Pradesh Government Jobs
Job Location Madhya Pradesh
Application process Online Application
Official Website www.mapit.gov.in

Details of MAPIT Vacancy 2020-21:

The details of the vacancy as given in the MAPIT Recruitment 2020 is as below

Name of the Post Number of Posts
 Assistant E-Governance Manager (AeGM) 137
 District E-Governance Manager (DeGM) 10
 Lead Trainer 11
 Trainer 08
 Total 166

Eligibility Criteria for MAPIT Recruitment 2020

Candidates interested in MAPIT Jobs can check their eligibility with the details below to apply.

Academic Qualification:

  • Candidates must have completed BE/ BTech/ MSc/ MCA from a recognized university in India

Read the official notification for more details on MAPIT Careers.

Age Limit:

  • Maximum Age – 35 Years

For age limit as given in the MAPIT Recruitment 2020, refer to the official notification

Selection Process:

  • Written Test
  • Interview
  • Document Verification

Pay Scale for MAPIT Recruitment 2020:

Name of the Post Number of Posts
 Assistant E-Governance Manager (AeGM) Rs. 35,000/-
 District E-Governance Manager (DeGM) Rs. 35,000/-
 Lead Trainer Rs. 30,000/-
 Trainer Rs. 30,000/-

MAPIT Online Application Fee:

  • Candidates may read the official notification to get more details on MAPIT online application fees

How to apply for MAPIT Recruitment 2020?

  1. Open the official notification from the link given below
  2. Read the details given and check if you are eligible for the posts
  3. If eligible, click on the MAPIT Application Form Link provided below
  4. Enter all the required details in the MAPIT Online Application Form
  5. Pay the prescribed Application Fee (If Required)
  6. Scan & Upload all the required certificates along with Photograph (If Required)
  7. Finally, hit on Submit Button to Complete MAPIT Recruitment Process
  8. Take Printout of Application form for future use

Address:

Madhya Pradesh Agency for Promotion of Information Technology
Opposites Maida Mill, Arera Hills,
Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh – 462011

Important Dates for MAPIT Recruitment 2020-21:

Starting Date to Apply 27th March 2020
Last Date to Apply 20th April 2020

Important Links for MAPIT Recruitment 2020-21:

 Official Notification Pdf  Download Here
Apply Online Link Apply Here
Official Website Click Here

Other Important Madhya Pradesh Government Jobs:

Recruitment Board Apply Online & Last Date Jobs & Openings
Indian Council of Medical Research ICMR Recruitment
[27-05-2020]
150 – Fellowship
 Securities and Exchange Board of India  SEBI Recruitment
[30-04-2020]
 147 – Officer Grade A (Assistant Manager)
Housing Development Finance Corporation Bank HDFC Bank Recruitment
[30-04-2020]
 12000 – Future Bankers
Power Grid Corporation of India Limited  PGCIL Recruitment
[06-04-2020]
 25 – Executive Trainee
 Union Public Service Commission UPSC Recruitment
[02-04-2020]
 85 – Assistant Engineer, Chief Design Engineer & Other

 

Download South Eastern Railway Exam Syllabus & Exam Pattern Pdf Below

Posted: 26 Mar 2020 11:35 PM PDT

South Eastern Railway Syllabus

Post Name Link
ALP, Commercial Cum Ticket Clerk, Jr Clerk Cum Typist, Sr Commercial Cum Ticket Clerk, Sr Clerk Cum Typist, Jr Engineer Click Here
Apprentice Click Here

 

South Eastern Railway Syllabus 

South Eastern Railway Syllabus is available here. Candidates who are appearing for the South Eastern Railway Entrance Exam and searching for the Exam Details & Syllabus can get the information regarding South Eastern Railway Exam for Assistant Loco Pilot, Commercial Cum Ticket Clerk, Junior Clerk Cum Typist, Senior Commercial Cum Ticket Clerk, Senior Clerk Cum Typist, Junior Engineer here. We have updated the South Eastern Railway Syllabus Details for the reference of the applicants. Also, the applicants can check the South Eastern Railway Exam Pattern from the below section.Download South Eastern Railway Exam Syllabus & Exam Pattern Pdf Below

It is the ideal place to know about the exam pattern and syllabus for the South Eastern Railway Exam 2020. Check the South Eastern Railway Syllabus & Exam Pattern Details here and get ready to take part in the entrance test. For better preparation, we have provided the Syllabus topics along with the exam pattern here. With the provided South Eastern Railway Syllabus & Exam Pattern, you can score good marks in the Examination. So go through the given exam details regarding South Eastern Railway Recruitment.

South Eastern Railway Exam Syllabus 2020

Name of the Organization
RRC South Eastern Railway
Post Name Assistant Loco Pilot, Commercial Cum Ticket Clerk, Junior Clerk Cum Typist, Senior Commercial Cum Ticket Clerk, Senior Clerk Cum Typist, Junior Engineer
Exam Date  Updated Soon
 Category Syllabus
Job Location Kolkata
Official Website  rrcser.co.in

 

South Eastern Railway Assistant Loco Pilot Exam Pattern

Category Subject Name
Objective Type General Awareness
Arithmetic
General Intelligence
Reasoning

 

SER Jr Clerk cum Typist, Sr Commercial cum Ticket Clerk, Sr Clerk cum Typist Exam Pattern

Typing proficiency test of

  • 30 words per minute in English, or
  • 25 words per minute in Hindi

RRC South Eastern Railway Exam Syllabus

Check the South Eastern Railway Syllabus topics listed here. We have provided the syllabus for the Assistant Loco Pilot, Commercial Cum Ticket Clerk, Junior Clerk Cum Typist, Senior Commercial Cum Ticket Clerk, Senior Clerk Cum Typist, Junior Engineer Exam. Syllabus details given below are for reference use only. The RRC South Eastern Railway Exam Syllabus & Exam Pattern will help you to score good marks in the Examination. Before going to attend the Examination check the given details to get an idea of the Examination. Here, we have given the detailed subject-wise syllabus to make it easier for the candidates to prepare.
 SER ALP Syllabus for General Awareness 
  • National Dance
  • Music & Literature
  • Indian Culture
  • Scientific observations
  • Political Science
  • World organizations
  • Countries and Capitals
  • Famous Places in India
  • Books and Authors
  • Important Dates
  • About India and it's neighbouring countries
  • Science and innovations
  • New inventions
  • Economic problems in India
  • Geography of India
  • National and International current affairs

SER Assistant Loco Pilot Syllabus for Arithmetic

  • Time and Work Partnership
  • Ratio and Proportion
  • Boats and Streams
  • Simple Interest
  • Time and Distance
  • Problems on Trains
  • Areas
  • Races and Games
  • Numbers and Ages
  • Mixtures and Allegations
  • Mensuration
  • Permutations and Combinations
  • Problems on L.C.M and H.C.F
  • Pipes and Cisterns
  • Percentages
  • Simple Equations
  • Problems on Numbers
  • Averages
  • Indices and Surds
  • Compound Interest
  • Volumes
  • Odd Man Out
  • Quadratic Equations
  • Probability
  • Profit and Loss
  • Simplification and Approximation

SER Senior Commercial Syllabus for General Intelligence

  • Number Ranking
  • Figurative Classification
  • Classification
  • Blood Relations
  • Arrangements
  • Arithmetical Reasoning
  • Mathematical Operations
  • Venn diagrams
  • Number Series
  • Figural Pattern
  • Cubes and Dice
  • Analogies
  • Non-Verbal Series
  • Coding-Decoding
  • Logical Venn Diagrams
  • Directions
  • Number, Ranking & Time Sequence

SER Syllabus for Reasoning

  • Analogy
  • Series Completion
  • Verification of truth of the Statement
  • Situation Reaction Test
  • Direction Sense Test
  • Classification
  • Data Sufficiency
  • Alpha-Numeric Sequence Puzzle
  • Puzzle Test
  • Blood Relations
  • Coding-Decoding
  • Assertion and Reasoning
  • Arithmetical Reasoning
  • Operations of Mathematics
  • Venn Diagrams
  • Word Sequence
  • Missing Characters
  • Sequential Output training
  • Directions
  • Test on Alphabets
  • Eligibility Test
  • Dot Situation
  • Identical figure groupings
  • Forming figures and analysis
  • Construction of Squares and Triangles
  • Series
  • Analytical Reasoning
  • Paper Folding
  • Paper Cutting
  • Cubes and Dice
  • Water Images
  • Mirror Images
  • Figure Matrix
  • Completion Incomplete Pattern
  • Spotting embedded figures
  • Classification
  • Rules Detection

Candidates can download the RRC South Eastern Railway Syllabus and exam pattern by clicking on the download button below:

DOWNLOAD HERE


South Eastern Railway Syllabus 2020 

South Eastern Railway Syllabus 2020 – Are you searching for South Eastern Railway Apprentice Syllabus? Then you are in the right place. Here you can know the absolute overview of the South Eastern Railway Syllabus & Exam Pattern for the Apprentice Exam 2020. In this article, you can find the main topics of every subject of the written exam. Also, find the exam pattern details from the below section and prepare according to that.

 

Go through the details that we have given below and start your preparation for the South Eastern Railway Apprentice Exam 2020. By reading this page will get some idea about the exam. Put your full effort into preparing this exam and try to score the best score in the exam. Crack the exam and grab the best chance to join as an apprentice in South Eastern Railways. Also, we have given the direct link to download the South Eastern Railway Syllabus Pdf.

South Eastern Railway Apprentice Exam Syllabus 2020

Organization Name South Eastern Railway
Name of the Post Apprentice
 Category  Syllabus
Job Location  West Bengal
Official Website  www.ser.indianrailways.gov.in

South Eastern Railway Exam Pattern 2020 

Category No.of. Question Marks Exam Duration
General Knowledge 20 20 (90 Minutes)
General Awareness 25 25
General Science 25 25
Numerical Ability & Reasoning 30 30

South Eastern Railway Exam Syllabus 2020

 General Awareness

  • Current Affairs – International & National.
  • History & Culture of India.
  • Indian Polity.
  • Geography of India.
  • Indian Economic Scenario.
  • Indian Constitution.
  • Sports.
  • Science & Technology.
  • Issues related to India & Neighboring Countries etc.

General Intelligence & Reasoning

  • Analogies.
  • Space visualization.
  • Arithmetical reasoning.
  • Relationship concepts.
  • Problem-solving.
  • Visual memory.
  • Decision making.
  • Similarities & Differences.
  • Arithmetical Number Series.
  • Judgment.
  • Analysis.
  • Verbal and Figure Classification.
  • Non-verbal series etc.

Arithmetic

  • Simplification.
  • Profit and Loss.
  • Percentages.
  • Averages.
  • Ratios and Proportions.
  • Simple & Compound Interest.
  • Problems on Ages.
  • Time and Distances.
  • Time and Work etc.

General Science

  • Sources of food
  • Compounds
  • Acids, base, salt
  • Natural Resources
  • The structure of Atom
  • Cleaning food
  • Electric current and circuits
  • Molecule
  • Carbon
  • Food
  • Components of food
  • Metals & Nonmetals,
  • Materials
  • World of the Living organisms, microorganism, and diseases
  • Moving Things People and Ideas
  • Universe
  • Light
  • Work & Energy, Air, Water, Materials of daily use
  • Pedagogical issues
  • Environmental concerns
  • Effect of population growth & human activities in the environment
  • Motion
  • Force, Natural Phenomena
  • Regional & national
  • Magnets & magnetism,
  • Pollution
  • Change of matter, Soil, Food
  • Production & management
  • Sources of energy
  • Sound

General Knowledge

  • Current Affairs – Regional, National, and International
  • Economic and Social Development of India
  • Society, Culture, Heritage, Arts, and Literature
  • emphasis on Indian National Movement
  • Indian Constitution; Indian Political System
  • Socioeconomic, Political and Cultural History of Modern India with special
  • Governance and Public Policy
  • International Relations and Events
  • Political and Cultural History with particular emphasis on Statehood Policies
  • Movement and formation of the state
  • Socioeconomic
  • Social and Economic Geography, Physical and Demography
  • Physical, Social and Economic Geography of India
  • General Science: India's Achievements in Science and Technology
  • Environmental issues; Disaster Management- Prevention and Mitigation Strategies

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DMRC Result 2020 | Download for Assistant Manager & Others

Posted: 26 Mar 2020 11:30 PM PDT

DMRC Result 2020 (Released) @ delhimetrorail.com – Delhi Metro Rail Corporation is responsible for all DMRC Exams. The DMRC Board is conducting the various exam every year. Through this page, candidates will get the direct result link of all DMRC Exams. Along with that candidates will get the complete information about cut-off marks & merit list details from here. To get all the information about DMRC Result visit this page.

DMRC Result 2020 | Download for Assistant Manager & Others

DMRC Result 2020

Candidates who appeared for the Delhi Metro Rail Corporation exam for the Assistant Manager, Junior Engineer, Fire Inspector & various other posts on 17th, 21st, 23rd & 26th February 2020 can download the results from here. Therefore the board has released the result on today @ official website. From the below-given link applied aspirants can download DMRC Result PDF.

DMRC Ass Engineer, JE & Other Post Result 2020 – Overview

Description

Details

Organization Name Delhi Metro Rail Corporation Limited
Exam Name Assistant Manager, Junior Engineer, Fire Inspector, Customer Relations Assistant, Legal Assistant, Store Assistant, Office Assistant & Others
No of Vacancies 1493
Category Name Sarkari Results
Exam Date 17th, 21st, 23rd & 26th Feb 2020
Result Release Date Released
Selection Procedures Computer-Based Test, GD, Interview, Medical Exam
Job Location Delhi
Official Website delhimetrorail.com

Above all the information will give you a clear idea about this recruitment like post name, the number of vacancies, the exam date, result release date, selection process, job location, and the official webpage to check the DMRC Results. In this, the selection process consists of a computer-based test, group discussion, medical exam and interview. While checking the Result candidates must give the required details appeared on the screen. So that the aspirants can get the DMRC Result easily.

DMRC Exam Cut Off Marks 2020

Cut Off Marks is the minimum marks should be scored by the aspirants to get qualified in the examination. Each aspirant must check cut off marks to estimate their result status. All the aspirants can check DMRC Cut Off  Marks 2020 from the official website. The DMRC Board will decide the Cut Off Marks 2020 will be decided based on few factors like

  • The number of aspirants appeared for the examination.
  • The number of vacancies available.
  • Previous year cut off marks.
  • Candidates category

DMRC Exam Merit List 2020

In this section, we have mentioned the complete details about the Delhi Metro Rail Corporation Merit List 2020. The DMRC Merit List 2020 contains the names and register number of the candidates who score top marks in the exam. All the candidates must check the merit list to know whether they have got selected in the exam or not. Applicants whose names are placed in the merit list, they have a chance to go for the next level selection process. All the exam participates can check the DMRC Merit List on the official website @ delhimetrorail.com  Also, we have provided the direct link below to download the DMRC Merit List 2020.

How to Download the DMRC Result 2020?

  • Click the below-given result link.
  • On the home page, you can find the Latest Updates section.
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RBI Recruitment 2020 | Apply Online 39 Consultant, Administrator, Analyst & Other in Mumbai RBI Bank @ www.rbi.org.in

Posted: 26 Mar 2020 10:25 PM PDT


RBI Recruitment 2020: Online Application for 39 Consultant, Administrator, Analyst and Other Vacancies in Mumbai!! The Reserve Bank of India has released its RBI Notification to recruit candidates for various posts. The posts available are Consultant, Administrator, Analyst & Other. There are 39 RBI Vacancy that needs to be filled at the moment. Interested and eligible candidates are invited to apply online for these posts through the RBI Apply Online link below. Aspirants can read the notification and start to apply online from 09th April 2020. The last date to apply for RBI Recruitment is 29th April 2020. Selected candidates will be placed in the Mumbai Branch of the Reserve Bank of India.RBI Recruitment 2020 | Apply Online 39 Consultant, Administrator, Analyst & Other in Mumbai RBI Bank @ www.rbi.org.in

Reserve Bank of India Recruitment 2020-21

Interested candidates can find all the RBI Job details below. Read the details carefully to check if you are eligible. You can also refer to the RBI Notification for more information. Once you have confirmed your eligibility for these RBI Posts, you can proceed to apply online. Click on the RBI Online application link given below to start applying. Follow the instructions given to apply. If you want to know more about the Reserve Bank of India, click on the official website link given in the table below or visit www.rbi.org.in.

Overview of RBI Jobs 2020

Name of the Organization Reserve Bank of India (RBI)
Number of Vacancies 39
Name of Post Consultant, Administrator, Analyst & Other
Advertisement Number 3/2019-20
Date of Advertisement 27th March 2020
Starting date of application 9th April 2020
Closing date of application 29th April 2020
Job Category Bank Jobs
Job Location Mumbai
Application process Online Application
Official Website www.rbi.org.in

Details of RBI Vacancy 2020-21:

The details of the vacancy as given in the RBI Recruitment 2020 is as below

Name of the Post Number of Posts
 Consultant – Applied Mathematics 3
Consultants – Applied Econometrics 3
 Economist – Macroeconomic Modelling 1
Data Analyst/ MPD 1
Data Analyst/ (DoS – DNBS) 2
Data Analyst/ (DoR – DBR) 2
Risk Analyst/ (DoS – DNBS) 1
 Risk Analyst/ (DEIO) 2
IS Auditor 2
Specialist in Forensic Audit 1
 Accounts Specialist 1
System Administrator 9
Project Administrator 5
Network Administrator 6
Total 39

Eligibility Criteria for RBI Recruitment 2020

Candidates interested in RBI Jobs can check their eligibility with the details below to apply.

Academic Qualification:

  • Read the official notification for more details on RBI Careers

Age Limit:

  • For age limit as given in the RBI Recruitment 2020, refer to the official notification

Selection Process:

  • Written Test
  • Interview
  • Document Verification

Pay Scale for RBI Recruitment 2020:

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RBI Online Application Fee:

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How to apply for RBI Recruitment 2020?

  1. Open the notification from the link given below
  2. Read all the details carefully and check if you are eligible for the posts
  3. If eligible, click on the online application link
  4. Fill in all the details asked for
  5. Attach documents that are required
  6. Pay the application fee as necessary
  7. Submit the application form before the last date and take a print out for reference

Address:

Reserve Bank of India,
Mumbai Regional Office,
Shahid Bhagat Singh Road,
Fort, Mumbai – 400001

Important Dates for RBI Recruitment 2020-21:

Starting Date to Apply 09th April 2020
Last Date to Apply 29th April 2020

Important Links for RBI Recruitment 2020-21:

 Official Notification Pdf  Download Here
Apply Online Link Available on 9th April 2020
Official Website Click Here

Other Important Central Government Jobs:

Recruitment Board Post Name & Last Date Apply Online
 Securities and Exchange Board of India  147 – Officer Grade A (Assistant Manager)
[30-04-2020]
 SEBI Recruitment
Housing Development Finance Corporation Bank  12,000 – Future Bankers
[30-04-2020]
 HDFC Bank Recruitment
 Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Limited  72 – Engineer & Professionals
[24-04-2020]
 HPCL Recruitment
 Indian Post Office  3951 – Gramin Dak Sevak
[22-04-2020]
Indian Post Office Recruitment
 Food Safety and Standards Authority of India  83 – Director, Administrative Officer, Assistant & Other
[20-04-2020]
 FSSAI Recruitment
 Indian Oil Corporation Limited  404 – Apprentice
[10-04-2020]
 IOCL Recruitment

About Reserve Bank of India (RBI)
The Reserve Bank of India was established on April 1, 1935, under the provisions of the Reserve Bank of India Act of 1934. The central office of the reserve bank was established in Calcutta but was definitively transferred to Mumbai in 1937. The central office is the seat of the governor and politicians. Although it is privately owned since the nationalization in 1949, the Reserve Bank is wholly owned by the Government of India. The Reserve Bank of India performs this function under the direction of the Board for Financial Supervision (BFS). The Board of Directors was formed in November 1994 as a committee of the Central Board of the Reserve Bank of India.

The specific characteristics of the Indian economy, including its socioeconomic characteristics, force the Reserve Bank to operate with multiple objectives. The regulation, supervision and development of the financial system remain within the legitimate framework of monetary policy widely interpreted in India. The role of communication policy is, therefore, to articulate the hierarchy of objectives in a given context in a transparent manner, emphasizing a consultative approach, as well as the autonomy of political operations and harmony with other elements of macroeconomic policies.

Objectives of RBI:

The Reserve Bank of India Law of 1934 establishes the objectives of the Reserve Bank:

“Regulate the issuance of banknotes and the preservation of reserves to guarantee monetary stability in India and, in general, exploiting the country’s monetary and credit system to its benefit, having a modern monetary policy framework to face the challenge of an increasingly complex economy, to maintain price stability considering the growth objective. ” The formulation, framework and institutional architecture of monetary policy in India have evolved around these objectives: maintaining price stability, ensuring an adequate flow of credit to support growth dynamics and guarantee financial stability. The responsibility to ensure financial stability has involved the acquisition of extended powers and operational objectives of the Reserve Bank for the regulation and supervision of the financial system and its components, the money, debt and equity segments.

Exchange of financial markets and settlement system. The Reserve Bank has worked to build a solid, efficient and diversified financial system to anchor financial stability and facilitate the effective transmission of monetary policy. Besides, the Reserve Bank pursues operational objectives as part of its main function of issuing banknotes and currency management, as well as representation functions, such as the management of bank accounts (government/centre) and the management of public debt; Banker of the banking system, including the regulation of bank reserves and the lender of last resort.

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The real threat to our banking system is not the coronavirus

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MUMBAI: Indian banks will have to brace themselves for a prolonged period of lower profits resulting from a hit in revenues and almost zero new business due to disruptions induced by Covid-19. Experts see a sharp drop in transactional fee income, while disbursements are also expected to come to a standstill."If the last quarter is anything to go by, we expect banks will see a negative operating leverage due to less revenue because their costs will remain the same," said Rajiv Mehta, lead analyst, Yes Securities."They will see a significant dip in their fee income, and I don't expect banks to make much business in Q1 FY21. If the pandemic outlives the moratorium, we will have to see if the flexibility will be extended by the RBI."The Reserve Bank of India allowed deferral of interest/principal payments on term loans and working capital loans for a three month period but secured the banks interest by allowing them to accrue interest on these loans.As per the RBI directive, banks will be able to accrue income on these loans while auditing their accounts and only the payable date of these loans will change. Bankers put up a brave front and said that their profits would not be impacted by this move."Bank profitability will remain unchanged, because accrual of income or payment of interest on deposits does not stop, only the payable date gets changed," said Rajnish Kumar, chairman, State Bank of India."The other thing is you get dispensation on recovery. Some of the accounts which may have had to be classified as NPA in March and June get pushed, and to that extent there is relief."Banks also got a cheer from the RBI on asset quality and loan provisioning fronts, with the regulator allowing rescheduling of payment due dates. Banks are likely to benefit by delayed provisioning rules and deferment in norms to classify bad loans. Analysts said that it would effectively mean an asset classification leeway of nearly six months, starting April 1."The asset classification of term loans granted relief shall be determined on the basis of revised due dates and the revised repayment schedule," the RBI said in a circular.Indian banks are already in precarious asset quality and liquidity situations. With the outbreak of Covid-19, the banking sector might witness an adverse impact on credit delivery and asset quality, leading to pressure on capital adequacy.According to a CARE Ratings analysis of 38 listed banks, their bad loans increased to Rs 9.4 lakh crore at the end of December. Public sector banks alone contributed Rs 7.2 lakh crore to the bad loan pile.

The ugly side of Covid quarantine in India

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Priyaji, a primary school teacher who lives in Delhi's Mayur Vihar neighbourhood, is active on her society Whatsapp group. When she spotted an official posting a quarantine warning sticker at a neighbour's door recently, she promptly clicked a photo and circulated on the group, with the warning note: "Yeh saare positive honge. Bhool ke bhi inke ghar matt jana kabhi" (All of these must be positive cases. Don't ever make the mistake of visiting them). With a large number of people across India going under quarantine due to suspected exposure to SARS-CoV-2 virus, information about their identity is leaking or getting deliberately published through official channels or neighbourhood Whatsapp groups, raising concerns about breach of privacy and stigmatisation. On the flip side, authorities say such identification is necessary as many are not taking quarantining seriously, and are stepping out, potentially imperiling others. The problem is exacerbated because many are conflating those under with positive cases. There are also instances of Whatsapp messages going viral purportedly with identifying information of those who have tested positive. "Home quarantine is a precautionary measure. It does not mean that all inmates are COVID positive. In fact, looking at our records, in 80-90% cases, there are chances of them being negative," Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) director Dr Rajnikanth Srivastava told ET. On Thursday, a user-generated Google Map of Bengaluru's home-quarantined residents was doing the rounds. The map itself was based on data that was made public by the Karnataka government a few days ago, and circulated vigorously among WhatsApp groups belonging to the city's many resident welfare associations in apartment complexes. The details included home addresses of those quarantined. The move has not gone down well with those quarantined at home, with some expressing fear of ostracisation and harassment from other residents within their respective communities, as they try and complete their mandatory 14-day period. One person under quarantine told ET that making the data public was "unfair since it had addresses of those under home quarantine and observation". The Karnataka government, however, defends this practice saying the limited purpose of making the data public was to create social pressure on people. "We need to bring this discipline so that they (home quarantined people) take it seriously. These are perfectly healthy people who aren't cooperating with the quarantine," said an official from the Karnataka government, who spoke on the condition of anonymity. Those in the central government have taken a sterner view, saying this practice of making confidential patient data public must not be encouraged. "Such maps or data are meant for internal uses for the department, not for the general public to know. There are strict privacy guidelines in other instances," said an official from the ministry of electronics and information technology (Meity). "Public shaming should not be allowed." Sharing of such information will run afould of the law, Supreme Court senior advocate Menaka Guruswamy said. "The Delhi list which I received from my colony WhatsApp group has names, addresses, passport details, date of birth—it has everything... Such sensitive information being leaked is of concern due to data theft issues and vigilantism amongst others. Leaking it also violates privacy protections of the Constitution. Sharing sensitive information that exposes the owner to harm may also violate the Information Technology Act," In Delhi, DCP-North East Ved Prakash Surya says the police is not just sensitizing people under quarantine through regular announcements but also the neighbourhood. "While social stigmatisation of those under quarantined can't be ruled out, we are also getting complaints from neighbours about people under home quarantine stepping out at times," says Surya. "At the same time, everyone must understand that those under quarantine for 14 days are under a lot of stress and should not be seen as outcasts." "Public disclosure must not be made by pro-active disclosure on websites. This is putting people at grave risk to their personal safety, social ostracism which is impacting their ability to secure basic amenities and services," said Apar Gupta, executive director at Internet Freedom Foundation, an advocacy group that works on privacy, among other issues. "The Central government must urgently issue guidelines under section 2 of the Epidemics Disease Act to mitigate this as many state governments are in violation of the law. At the same time, you may notice the state government of Orissa has issued an order on March 21 to restrict such public disclosures."In Delhi, surveillance teams led by district magistrates are visiting houses where people have to be quarantined. They put a poster on the gate that mentions the name, address, number of persons, period of quarantine as well as a stern message in capital lettering: DO NOT VISIT. HOME UNDER QUARANTINE. In Delhi, such teams are visiting some 45,000 people with recent overseas travel history. "We not just paste the poster but also meet the neighbours and the local police station telling them to keep a watch on the house," Shashi Kaushal, District Commissioner (North-East), tells ET.There are 11such teams for 11districts of Delhi. "There is nothing wrong in writing that no one should visit this house, as this will stop the spread of the virus," says Kaushal, while adding that there is no question of their team members leaking the names of those tested positive. The problem was flagged by the WHO in a situation report early February. "In the case of COVID-19, there are an increasing number of reports of public stigmatization against people from areas affected by the epidemic. Unfortunately, this means that people are being labelled, stereotyped, separated, and/or experience loss of status and discrimination because of a potential negative affiliation with the disease."

IMF confirms world's worst fear

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The world is in the face of a devastating impact due to the coronavirus pandemic and has clearly entered a recession, the International Monetary Fund said on Friday, but projected a recovery next year."We have reassessed the prospects for growth for 2020 and 2021. It is now clear that we have entered a recession as bad or worse than in 2009. We do project recovery in 2021," IMF Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva told reporters at a news conference.Georgieva was addressing the press after a meeting of governing body of the IMF, the International Monetary and Financial Committee. Representing 189 members, the body met virtually to discuss the unprecedented challenge posed to the world by COVID-19.The key to recovery in 2021, she said, is only if the international community succeeds in containing the virus everywhere and prevent liquidity problems from becoming a solvency issue."The US is in recession, as is the rest of the advanced economies of the world. And in a big chunk of developed and emerging markets in developing economies. How severe? We are working now on our projections for 2020," Georgieva said in response to a question.The new projections are expected in the next few weeks.Stressing that while containment is the main reason for the economy to stand still and get into a recession, she said containment is very necessary to come out of this period and step in to recovery. "Until the virus is not contained, it would be very difficult to go to the lives we love.""A key concern about a long-lasting impact of the sudden stop of the world economy is the risk of a wave of bankruptcies and layoffs that not only can undermine the recovery. But can erode the fabric of our societies," the IMF chief said.To avoid this from happening, many countries have taken far-reaching measures to address the health crisis and to cushion its impact on the economy, both on the monetary and on the fiscal side, she said.The IMF chief said 81 emergency financing requests, including 50 from lower-income countries, have been received. She said current estimate for the overall financial needs of emerging markets is 2.5 trillion dollars."We believe this is on the lower end. We do know that their own reserves and domestic resources will not be sufficient," she added.The G-20, a day earlier, reported fiscal measures totalling some 5 trillion dollars or over 6 per cent of the global GDP.Responding to another question, Georgieva said the IMF is projecting recession for 2020."We do expect it to be quite deep and we are very much urging countries to step up containment measures aggressively so we can shorten the duration of this period of time when the economy is in standstill," she said."And also to apply well-targeted measures, primarily focusing on the health system to absorb that enormous stress that comes from coronavirus. And on people, businesses and the financial system, I am very pleased to say that when we went through countries' responses, that sense of targeted fiscal measures is there and are also very impressive to see the size of these measures," she added."Countries are doing all they can on the fiscal and on the monetary front. We have heard from our members' very impressive decisions taken over the last days," the IMF chief said."We also want to caution that as we are responding now, we want to make the recession as possibly short and not too deep. We also want to think about what is going to follow the recovery and make sure that we are putting forward measures that can be supportive in this regard," she said.

RBI allow lenders to give 3-mnt moratorium on loans

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Mumbai: The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) sought to cushion both borrowers and lenders against the unprecedented disruption engendered by the Covid-19 outbreak, allowing companies a three-month grace period on loan repayments. It also gave banks the breathing space on default tagging in the event of customers skipping payments.All term loans, including agricultural term loans, retail and crop loans and working capital payments, will be covered by the three-month moratorium. Banks will now have discretion in deciding the limits on working capital, with RBI saying that no payment miss should be considered a default and reported to credit information companies."All commercial banks, NBFCs (nonbanking finance companies), all-India financial institutions are permitted to grant a moratorium of three months on payment of all instalments falling due between March 1, 2020, and May 31, 2020," the RBI said Friday.'Interest will Accrue'The measures came on the day the central bank slashed the benchmark repo rate to a record low to help spur demand when the nation of a billion-plus consumers is to end its Covid-19 lockdown by mid-April as per the current timetable."The repayment schedule for such loans as also the residual tenor will be shifted across the board by three months after the moratorium period," the central bank said. "Interest shall continue to accrue on the outstanding portion of the term loans during the moratorium period."According to State Bank of India (SBI) chairman Rajnish Kumar, customers wanting to avail of the benefit will have to opt for it."My understanding is that, across the board, all term loan payments will get automatically deferred by three months," Kumar said. "Banks will reassess working capital limits on a caseto-case basis and wherever relief is required will be given."OPTIONAL FOR BORROWERSKumar further explained that the scheme would only be applicable to those who cannot pay their dues on time. Customers who have given standing instructions to deduct equated monthly instalments (EMI) toward borrowings will also have to approach their banks to seek the benefit. "I also have a housing loan from the bank. I am not planning to change the outgo. It will be continued to recover from my salary — I am not seeking the deferral. There is a choice," he said.While NBFCs are prepared to pass on the deferral benefit to their retail borrowers, they are worried about whether banks will extend the same benefit to them."The RBI has left this to the discretion of the lenders. For us, a moratorium is a given for our retail borrowers because giving this on a case-tocase basis will be an operational nightmare," said Raman Agarwal, senior vice president, SREI Equipment Finance. "What worries me is whether banks will also allow a similar moratorium for us because it's a call they have to take." The rise in Covid-19 cases and the 21-day lockdown announced by the government are likely to cause large-scale disruption to businesses. The full impact from the virus outbreak on growth and delinquencies would be visible from Q1FY21, experts said. The lockdown began on March 25.EXPOSURE TO SECTORSAccording to RBI data at the end of January, banks have an outstanding exposure of Rs 11 lakh crore to the micro, small and medium enterprises (MSME) sector and Rs 7.37 lakh crore to the NBFC sector. Banks have also lent Rs 3.73 lakh crore to the manufacturing sector, Rs 2.27 lakh crore to the commercial real estate sector, Rs 1.41 lakh crore to the transport sector and over Rs 45,000 crore to the tourism and hotels segment.A Crisil review of 120 companies in the airline, hotel, tourism, mall, organised brickand-mortar retail, multiplex and restaurant sectors led to rating action on 81 companies — 22 were downgraded, 40 saw downward revision in rating outlook, and the remaining 19 were put on negative rating watch.

Covid-19 race for cure: Drugs on trial

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Drug companies and research organisations seeking a Covid-19 cure are turning to old molecules that are either out of production or those on which development work stopped due to lack of commercial viability. On Friday, India said it will join the global solidarity drug trial launched by the World Health Organisation (WHO), which means its patients will participate in trials for more than 20 or so molecules that may offer a way forward, reports DIVYA RAJAGOPAL in this week's update on the state of Covid-19 vaccine and drug development.BCG VACCINE —74856996 Netherlands, Australia: Dutch and Australian scientists will study whether one of the oldest vaccines in use has the potential to suppress the SARS-CoV2 virus. The University of Melbourne has said it will recruit 4,000 healthcare workers to study whether the vaccine can become a preventive measure for frontline healthcare workers dealing with Covid-19 patientsREMDESIVIR—US:74856998 A molecule developed by US drug maker Gilead for Ebola has been shown to treat Covid-19 patients. The drug is in phase 3 clinical trials. On Thursday, the company said it had asked the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to withdraw the orphan drug status that had been given to it. This means the company will be letting go of incentives that the US government gives for such drugs. Indian companies such as Cipla and BDR Pharma have said that they will be working on generic copies of the drug.ACETMRA/TOCILIZUMAB:74857002 Swiss drug maker Roche has said it is speeding up the development of this drug, which is already being used to treat rheumatoid arthritis. The drug is in phase 3 trials to determine its effectiveness on Covid-19 patients. The company said this week that it is working "urgently to expand the manufacturing capacity of the drug" for trials.

Coronavirus outbreak: Need for SITRA nod slows coveralls supply

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NEW DELHI: A mandatory requirement to get personal protective equipment (PPE) for medical purposes tested at a Coimbatore-based laboratory is crippling the ability of manufacturers to step up output in response to the pandemic in India.The Preventive Wear Manufacturers' Association of India (PWMAI) and the Association of Indian Medical Device Industry (AiMeD) have asked the government to allow them to self-attest products in the view of the shortage of coveralls for healthcare providers.The testing requirement, along with lack of air services and courier facilities will result in unnecessary further delays, the associations said.Samples of body coveralls — surgical gowns and drapes — have to be sent to South India Textile Research Association (SITRA) for testing and certification, as per specifications. "This is not practical, especially in view of the lockdown," said Rajiv Nath, forum coordinator, AiMeD. "We have asked them to give alternative laboratories or allow the manufacturers to self-attest to make PPE available without further delay."There is a shortage of vital equipment needed to protect healthcare staff from catching infection as the number of Covid-19 cases rises."It is not practical at this point in time to get the fabric tested from SITRA. Also, the specifications say that the coveralls should be taped at the seams to prevent fluid/droplets/ aerosol entry. We don't have a machine in India to tape at the seams," said Sanjiiiv Relhan, chairman, PWMAI.The World Health Organisation had called on industry and governments to increase manufacturing of PPE by 40% to meet rising global demand.According to the government's own documents, containment of a cluster — lasting a month or two in a population of 100,000 — may require 2 million triple layer masks, 200,000 gloves, 100,000 N-95 masks and about 50,000 PPE kits.While there is a crunch, government officials said a committee has been formed to "make available transport and other logistics services for Covid-19 related operations including air transport, road and rail transport," a senior health ministry official said. The committee will ensure that medical and other essential supplies are met without any delay, the official said

How RBI provided much-needed shot in the arm to corp debt mkt

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NEW DELHI/MUMBAI: The Reserve Bank of India on Friday provided the much-needed shot in the arm to the non-SLR market in terms of liquidity support. Market participants gave a thumbs up to the central bank's targeted LTROs (TLTROs), and said this will help in reducing the yield on corporate bonds, which have been reeling under pressure amid low volumes.The central bank said it will conduct auctions of targeted term repos of up to three-year tenor of appropriate sizes for a total amount of up to Rs 1 lakh crore at a floating rate linked to the policy repo rate.Liquidity availed under the scheme by banks has to be deployed in investment-grade corporate bonds, commercial papers and non-convertible debentures over and above the outstanding level of their investments in these bonds as on March 27, RBI said.R K Gurumurthy, Head of Treasury, Lakshmi Vilas Bank said: "RBI has this time announced a TLTRO, where the funds raised under the scheme will be allowed to have an end-use of buying corporate bonds and commercial papers. And these can be held under the Held-To-Maturity (HTM) category. This will provide the much needed shot-in-the-arm for the non-SLR market in terms of liquidity support."CARE Ratings in a note said the fresh liquidity injection into the banking system, when there exists ample liquidity at the overall level would help address the liquidity asymmetry to an extent.Investments made by banks under this facility will be classified as held to maturity (HTM) even in excess of 25 per cent of the total investment permitted to be included in the HTM portfolio. RBI said exposures under this facility will also not be reckoned under the large exposure framework.The first TLTRO auction of Rs 25,000 crore was held today.CARE also pointed out the condition that the liquidity created on account of TLTRO has to be deployed in corporate debt securities, is aimed at reducing the yields of these instruments, which in recent days have been pressured on account of large selloff along with low trading activity.This should help sectors such as NBFCs, which traditionally borrow from the market through bonds and commercial papers, the ratings agency said in a note.Overall, the Reserve Bank of India earlier in the day announced measures to inject Rs 3.74 lakh crore into the banking system through a slew of instruments, including the reduction in cash reserve ratio and interest rate cut.The other liquidity support measures included targeted long-term repo operation (TLTRO) and increasing the limit under the marginal standing facility (MSF) to 3 per cent from 2 per cent.These three measures relating to TLTRO, CRR and MSF will inject total liquidity of Rs 3.74 lakh crore into the system.Commenting on the measures announced by RBI, Lakshmi Iyer, CIO (Debt) & Head of Products, Kotak Mahindra Asset Management Company, said: "The policy measures announced are big moves by the central bank to address concerns on liquidity and facilitating flow of credit in the economy. This will ensure that adequate liquidity is available in the system to tide over the prevailing crisis period."While quoting a song from the movie 'Hera Pheri' – 'Dene Wala Jab bhi deta, Deta Chappar Phad Ke', Iyer said the central bank has adopted a 4-pronged approach to manage the financial system. A) Increased liquidity - Rs 3.74 lakh crore additional liquidity, B) Lower policy rate and likely leading to better transmission of the cut policy rate. 3) Provision of loan moratorium and asset classification forbearance and lastly managing forex situation.

Banks will cut MCLR by at least 50 bps in next few days: Shah

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The rates have been slashed, liquidity has been injected and moratorium has been given for term loans. As the Chairman of a group which lends to SMEs, has the RBI move been better than expected or slightly on the lower side? It is a good move. The government yesterday came out with the package and today RBI came out with this package. Investors have been waiting for the economic package because all countries in the world are fighting the virus from a health point of view and also fighting economic issues. The three most important announcements today are the repo cut, the 1% CRR cut which is going to infuse a lot of liquidity in the banking system as well as the three-month term loan moratorium as that will give a lot of people some leeway. The term loan moratorium is very important because there a fear that bank NPAs will go up. All those will get mitigated and also the credit history of borrowers will not get spoilt. My real fear was if something like this is not there, then the borrower's credit is free. If it is impaired, it takes a long time to repair. So, this will be good for the borrowers, the individuals and the SMEs and others so that their credit history is not impacted as a result of this. The two more important things I would look for is a) banks disbursing a lot more fresh loans aggressively because liquidity needs to come back into the system. The way our economy works, when RBI releases the liquidity, it goes into the banking system and from there, it flows downward. So, both interest rate and liquidity transmissions are very important. Even if you tell an SME customer that he need not pay his EMIs for the next three months, he still has to pay the salaries and other overheads to his employees. For all that, he will need cash flow. Giving fresh disbursements as quickly as possible is going to be very important in the next few months. Also the MCLRs have to come down so that this interest rate transmission also happens very quickly. All the boxes from your own wish list must have been ticked. Specifically, how will you bring down the cost of borrowing as an NBFC working with banks? Would you transmit that and how long will this entire procedure take?All banks in the next few days will start cutting MCLR and as that comes down, the rates will come down. I do expect that for most borrowers, banks will at least pass on at least 50 bps and hopefully entire 75 bps. As the cost of borrowing comes down, the quantum of borrowing should go up. I would say by next week or so, we should start seeing the rates starting to come down and we all will pass it on. We will have to make sure that businesses do not get impaired permanently because of the disruption in cash flow. Just allowing a three-month EMI moratorium and structuring it in a way so that even after three months, the businesses have the ability to pay the instalments. What about the SMEs, the midsized businesses which will avail this moratorium and deferment of interest also going forward? This comes as a breather for sure but you must have already already been approached by a lot of similar businesses you work with. Do you think the time period which the RBI has given is enough or do you think they may require some more help going forward?Three months is good enough because currently everybody is working on the hypothesis that the economy will return to normalcy in the next three months. Of course, the next four weeks are very critical because if we can stem the spread of the virus, then the human cost of this can be curtailed and the healthcare pressure can come down. Even with demonetisation, there were four-five weeks of disruption. The current hypothesis is that in three months things will return to normalcy. We are all keeping our fingers crossed. Given that there are lot of assumptions about India's ability to recover quickly, if that happens then three months is good enough. But as I said, not just three months' moratorium, businesses will need additional cash. I hope that banks step up disbursements. If you are a retail store or a hotel or an airline, you have no income coming on but your employees are still there and you still have to pay them salaries. You will need cash flow for that. What has happened to your stock price? It is a sound business and surely is going through a cyclical downturn. But after almost Rs 1,000 crore net profit, it is coming down pretty sharply. What are your thoughts on the exit by some big shareholders?When we do the annual reporting of the shareholders, we will file the shareholding report that will clearly give a view on who the shareholders are. It is always inappropriate to comment on stock prices because I have seen over the last 30 years that stocks rise and fall. Earnings as well as growth cycles are down now. We as an NBFC were always growing at 25-30%. That growth rate has come down, earnings have come down especially on the credit business. The advisory business or asset management, wealth management continues to grow well but overall, earnings for the firm have come down, as have growth rates. There has been a lot of upheaval over the last 18 months. The cost of funding, liquidity all have impacted earnings. The market keeps on correcting itself. We should all be patient. In the long term, the stock prices have always correlated to earnings and the growth trajectory, but in the long term. In the short term, it can be any buying, selling or liquidity related issues that impact a company stock.

Infosys sacks employee who encouraged others to spread coronavirus on social media

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Infosys on Friday said it has sacked an employee who has shared a social media post that sought to promote spreading the coronavirus."We believe that this is not a case of mistaken identity," Infosys said on its official Twitter handle."The social media post by the employee is against Infosys' code of conduct and its commitment to responsible social sharing. Infosys has a zero tolerance policy towards such acts and has accordingly, terminated the services of the employee," it said.On Thursday, there was social media outrage after the employee, a senior architect at Infosys, had put a post that promoted spreading the virus. Infosys had said it had begun a probe.The Bengaluru police has also lodged an FIR accusing him of creating alarm and fear among the public.

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ಕೊರೊನಾ ಪ್ರಭಾವ: ಕ್ರಿಕೆಟ್ ಮೈದಾನವಾದ ಪೆಟ್ರೋಲ್ ಬಂಕ್

Posted: 27 Mar 2020 07:33 PM PDT

ಕೊರೊನಾ ವೈರಸ್ ನ ಪ್ರಭಾವ ಏನೆಲ್ಲಾ ಮಾಡಿಸಿದೆ ಎಂಬುದಕ್ಕೆ ಇದೀಗ ಮತ್ತೊಂದು ಹೊಸ ನಿದರ್ಶನ ಸಿಕ್ಕಿದೆ.

ದೇಶದಲ್ಲಿ 21 ದಿನಗಳ ಲಾಕ್ ಡೌನ್ ಘೋಷಿಸಿರುವ ಪರಿಣಾಮ ಆಂಧ್ರಪ್ರದೇಶದ ವಿಶಾಖಪಟ್ಟಣದ ಪೆಟ್ರೋಲ್ ಬಂಕ್ ವೊಂದರಲ್ಲಿ ಅಲ್ಲಿನ ಉದ್ಯೋಗಿಗಳು ಕ್ರಿಕೆಟ್ ಆಡುತ್ತಿರುವ ದೃಶ್ಯಗಳು ಸಾಮಾಜಿಕ ಜಾಲತಾಣದಲ್ಲಿ ದೊಡ್ಡ ಪ್ರಮಾಣದಲ್ಲಿ ವೈರಲ್ ಆಗಿದೆ.

ಲಾಕ್ ಡೌನ್ ಎಲ್ಲ ಕ್ಷೇತ್ರಗಳ ಮೇಲೆ ಪ್ರಭಾವ ಬೀರಿದ್ದು ಜನ ಮನೆಯಿಂದ ಹೊರಬರದಂತೆ ನಿರ್ಬಂಧ ವಿಧಿಸಿರುವುದು ಪೆಟ್ರೋಲ್ ಬಂಕ್ ವ್ಯಾಪಾರದ ಮೇಲೆಯೂ ಪರಿಣಾಮ ಬೀರಿದೆ.

ಗ್ರಾಹಕರಿಲ್ಲದ ಕಾರಣ ಉದ್ಯೋಗಿಗಳು ಕ್ರಿಕೆಟ್ ಅಡುತ್ತಾ ಕಾಲಕಳೆಯುತ್ತಿರುವ ದೃಶ್ಯಗಳು ಜಾಲತಾಣದಲ್ಲಿ ವಿಭಿನ್ನ ಪ್ರತಿಕ್ರಿಯೆಗಳಿಗೆ ಸಾಕ್ಷಿಯಾಗಿವೆ.

ಮಾರ್ಚ್ 25 ರಂದು ಈ ವಿಡಿಯೋ ಪೋಸ್ಟ್ ಆಗಿದ್ದು 12ಸಾವಿರಕ್ಕೂ ಅಧಿಕ ಮಂದಿ ವೀಕ್ಷಿಸಿದ್ದಾರೆ. ಜತೆಗೆ ಬಹುಮಂದಿ ಈ ಚೆಂಡು ಮುಟ್ಟುವುದರಿಂದ ಕೊರೊನಾ ವೈರಸ್ ಸೋಂಕಿನ ಭೀತಿ ವ್ಯಕ್ತಪಡಿಸಿದ್ದಾರೆ.

ಛತ್ರಿ ಹಿಡಿದು ಗ್ರಾಹಕರ ಸೇವೆಗೆ ಮುಂದಾದ ಕೇಶ ವಿನ್ಯಾಸಕಿ…!

Posted: 27 Mar 2020 07:31 PM PDT

ಹಾಲೆಂಡ್‌: ಕರೋನಾ ವೈರಸ್ ಸಾವಿರಾರು ಮಂದಿಯ ಜೀವವನ್ನು ಬಲಿ ತೆಗೆದುಕೊಂಡಿದೆ. ಲಕ್ಷಾಂತರ ಮಂದಿಗೆ ಸೋಂಕು ತಗುಲಿದೆ. ಈ ಹಿನ್ನೆಲೆಯಲ್ಲಿ ಜನರಿಗೆ ಭಯವನ್ನು ಹುಟ್ಟುಹಾಕಿದೆ.

ಈಗ ಕೇಶ ವಿನ್ಯಾಸಕಿಯೊಬ್ಬರು ಹೊಸದೊಂದು ಐಡಿಯಾ ಮೂಲಕ ಪಾರ್ಲರ್ ನಲ್ಲಿ ಗ್ರಾಹಕರಿಗೆ ಸೇವೆ ನೀಡುತ್ತಿದ್ದಾರೆ. ಇದೀಗ ಸಾಮಾಜಿಕ ಜಾಲತಾಣದಲ್ಲಿ ಭರ್ಜರಿ ವೈರಲ್ ಆಗಿದೆ.

ಅವರು ಮುಖಕ್ಕೆ ಮಾಸ್ಕ್ ಹಾಕಿಕೊಂಡಿದ್ದಲ್ಲದೆ ಛತ್ರಿಯನ್ನು ರಕ್ಷಕ ಸಾಧನವನ್ನಾಗಿ ಮಾಡಿಕೊಂಡಿದ್ದಾರೆ. ಇದರಲ್ಲಿ 2 ಕಣ್ಣುಗಳು, ಜೊತೆಗೆ ಎರಡು ಕೈಗಳನ್ನು ಹೊರಗೆ ಕಾಣುವಂತೆ ವ್ಯವಸ್ಥೆ ಮಾಡಿಕೊಳ್ಳಲಾಗಿದೆ. ಈ ಮೂಲಕ ಕೇಶ ವಿನ್ಯಾಸವನ್ನು ಅವರು ಮಾಡುತ್ತಿದ್ದಾರೆ. ಇದು ಗ್ರಾಹಕರಿಗೂ ಹಿಡಿಸಿದೆ.

ಈಗ ಈ ವಿಡಿಯೋ ಭರ್ಜರಿ ವೈರಲ್ ಆಗಿದ್ದು, ಫೇಸ್ ಬುಕ್ ನಲ್ಲಿ ಈಗಾಗಲೇ 2.91 ಮಿಲಿಯನ್ ವೀಕ್ಷಣೆ ಕಂಡಿದೆ. ಅಲ್ಲದೇ ನೆಟ್ಟಿಗರಿಂದ ಭಾರೀ ಪ್ರತಿಕ್ರಿಯೆಗಳು ವ್ಯಕ್ತವಾಗಿವೆ. ಹಹ್ಹಾ ಗುಡ್ ಐಡಿಯಾ ಎಂದು ಒಬ್ಬರು ಕಾಮೆಂಟ್ ಹಾಕಿದ್ದರೆ , ಇದೆಂತಹ ಹುಚ್ಚುತನ ಎಂದು ಮಗದೊಬ್ಬರು ಹೇಳಿದ್ದಾರೆ.

Posted by Bella Rosa on Wednesday, March 18, 2020

ಕೊರೋನಾ ಸಂಕಷ್ಟದ ಸಂದರ್ಭದಲ್ಲಿ ಹೀಗೊಂದು ಮಹತ್ವದ ಅಭಿಯಾನ

Posted: 27 Mar 2020 07:29 PM PDT

ಕೊರೋನಾ ವೈರಸ್‌ ಸಂಬಂಧಿ ರೋಗಿಗಳು ದಿನೇ ದಿನೇ ಹೆಚ್ಚಾಗುತ್ತಿರುವ ಹಿನ್ನೆಲೆಯಲ್ಲಿ ಬ್ರಿಟನ್‌ನಲ್ಲಿ ಆಸ್ಪತ್ರೆಗಳು ತಮ್ಮ ಸಾಮರ್ಥ್ಯವನ್ನೂ ಮೀರಿ ತುಂಬಿ ತುಳುಕುತ್ತಿವೆ.

ಈ ವೈರಾಣುಗಳು ಯಾರಿಗೆ ಬೇಕಾದರೂ ಹಬ್ಬುವ ಸಾಧ್ಯತೆಗಳು ಇದ್ದು, ಅದರಲ್ಲೂ 60 ವರ್ಷ ದಾಟಿದ ವಯಸ್ಸಿನವರು ತಂತಮ್ಮ ಮನೆಗಳಲ್ಲೇ ಇರುವುದು ಉತ್ತಮ ಎಂದು ಅನೇಕ ಆರೋಗ್ಯ ತಜ್ಞರು ಸಲಹೆಗಳನ್ನು ಕೊಡುತ್ತಲೇ ಬಂದಿದ್ದಾರೆ.

ಇದೀಗ ಬ್ರಿಟನ್‌ನಲ್ಲಿರುವ ಸಿಎಚ್ ಡಿ ವೃದ್ಧ ಶಾಲೆಯೊಂದು, ತನ್ನಲ್ಲಿರುವ ವೃದ್ಧರಿಗೆ ಈ ಕ್ವಾರಂಟೈನ್ ದಿನಗಳಲ್ಲಿ ಕಂಪನಿ ಕೊಡಲು, ಅವರನ್ನು ದತ್ತು ಪಡೆದುಕೊಳ್ಳುವ ಅಭಿಯಾನವನ್ನು ಆರಂಭಿಸಿದೆ.

ಇವರನ್ನು ದತ್ತು ಪಡೆಯುವವರು ಡಿಜಿಟಲ್ ಮಾಧ್ಯಮಗಳ ಮೂಲಕ ಅವರೊಂದಿಗೆ ಬೆರೆತು, ಅವರ ಏಕಾತನತೆಯನ್ನು ಹೋಗಲಾಡಿಸಲು ನೆರವಾಗಬಹುದಾಗಿದೆ.

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ಆಲೂಗಡ್ಡೆ ಸಾಗಿಸುತ್ತಿದ್ದ ವ್ಯಾನ್ ಚಾಲಕನ ಮೇಲೆ ಗುಂಡು ಹಾರಿಸಿದ ಪೊಲೀಸ್

Posted: 27 Mar 2020 07:27 PM PDT

ಲಾಕ್‌ ಡೌನ್ ಆದ ಮೂರನೇ ದಿನದಂದೂ ಸಹ ಪೊಲೀಸರು ತಮ್ಮ ಕರ್ತವ್ಯ ನಿರ್ವಹಣೆಯಲ್ಲಿ ನಿರತರಾಗಿದ್ದಾರೆ. ಇದೇ ವೇಳೆ, ಅಲ್ಲಲ್ಲಿ ಕೆಲ ಪೊಲೀಸಪ್ಪಗಳು ತಮ್ಮ 'ಮಾಮೂಲಿ' ಬ್ಯುಸಿನೆಸ್ ಮಾಡುತ್ತಿರುವುದೂ ಸಹ ಕಂಡು/ಕೇಳಿ ಬರುತ್ತಿದೆ.

ಕೆಲವೊಂದು ಕಡೆಗಳಲ್ಲಿ ದಿನಸಿ ಖರೀದಿ ಮಾಡಲು ಹೋಗುತ್ತಿರುವವರ ಮೇಲೂ ಸಹ ಲಾಠಿ ಚಾರ್ಜ್ ಮಾಡುತ್ತಿರುವ ಘಟನೆಗಳು ನಡೆದಿವೆ.

ಇಂಡಿಯನ್ ಎಕ್ಸ್‌ಪ್ರೆಸ್ ವರದಿ ಪ್ರಕಾರ ಬಿಹಾರದ ದಾನಾಪುರ ಪಟ್ಟಣದಲ್ಲಿ ಆಲೂಗಡ್ಡೆ ಸಾಗಿಸುತ್ತಿದ್ದ ಸೋನು ಎಂಬ ವ್ಯಾನ್ ಚಾಲಕನ ಮೇಲೆ ಪೊಲೀಸರು ಮೂರು ಬಾರಿ ಗುಂಡು ಹಾರಿಸಿದ್ದಾರೆ.

“ಮೊದಲು ವಾಹನವನ್ನು ಪೊಲೀಸ್ ಠಾಣೆಗೆ ಕೊಂಡೊಯ್ಯಲು ನನಗೆ ಪೊಲೀಸರು ತಿಳಿಸಿದ್ದಾರೆ. ಆಮೇಲೆ ಹಿರಿಯ ಅಧಿಕಾರಿಗಳಿಗೆ 5,000 ರೂ.ಗಳನ್ನು ಪಾವತಿ ಮಾಡಿ ಎಲ್ಲವನ್ನೂ ಸೆಟಲ್ ಮಾಡಿಕೊಳ್ಳುವಂತೆ ಸೂಚಿಸಿದರು” ಎಂದು ಚಾಲಕ ಹೇಳಿರುವುದಾಗಿ ವರದಿಯಾಗಿದೆ. ಸುಲಿಗೆ ಹಾಗೂ ಕೊಲೆ ಯತ್ನದ ಮೇಲೆ ಈ ಮೂವರು ಪೊಲೀಸ್ ಸಿಬ್ಬಂದಿಯನ್ನು ಸದ್ಯಕ್ಕೆ ಬಂಧಿಸಲಾಗಿದೆ.

ಅಗತ್ಯ ಸಾಮಾಗ್ರಿಗಳನ್ನು ಸಾಗಿಸುತ್ತಿರುವ ಟ್ರಕ್ ಚಾಲಕರನ್ನು ಸಹ ಅಡ್ಡಗಟ್ಟಿ ಸುಲಿಗೆ ಮಾಡುತ್ತಿದ್ದಾರೆ ಎಂದು ಬಿಹಾರ ಟ್ರಕ್ ಚಾಲಕರ ಒಕ್ಕೂಟದ ಅಧ್ಯಕ್ಷ ಬಾನು ಶೇಖರ್‌ ಪ್ರಸಾದ್ ಸಿಂಗ್ ಆಪಾದನೆ ಮಾಡಿದ್ದಾರೆ.

ಮಹಿಳೆಯರಿಗೆ ಸಖತ್‌ ಐಡಿಯಾ ಕೊಟ್ಟ ಪಂಜಾಬ್ ಪೊಲೀಸ್

Posted: 27 Mar 2020 07:24 PM PDT

ಕಡಿದು ಕಟ್ಟೆ ಹಾಕುವಂಥದ್ದು ಏನೂ ಇಲ್ಲದೇ ಇದ್ದರೂ ಸಹ ಬೀದಿಗಳಿಗೆ ಸುಖಾ ಸುಮ್ಮನೇ ಬರುವ ಗಂಡಸರನ್ನು ನಿಯಂತ್ರಣಕ್ಕೆ ತರುವುದೇ ಪೊಲೀಸರಿಗೆ ದೊಡ್ಡ ಸಾಹಸವೆಂಬಂತೆ ಆಗಿಬಿಟ್ಟಿದೆ. ಇಂಥವರನ್ನು ನಿಯಂತ್ರಿಸಲು ಪೊಲೀಸರು 'ಪ್ರಸಾದʼ ವಿತರಣೆ ಜೊತೆಗೆ ಹೊಸ ಹೊಸ ಐಡಿಯಾಗಳನ್ನೆಲ್ಲಾ ಮಾಡುತ್ತಿದ್ದಾರೆ.

ಇವುಗಳ ನಡುವೆ, ಪಂಜಾಬ್ ಪೊಲೀಸ್ ಅಧಿಕಾರಿಯೊಬ್ಬರು ಮಹಿಳೆಯರಲ್ಲಿ ವಿನಂತಿಸಿಕೊಳ್ಳುತ್ತಾ, ತಂತಮ್ಮ ಮನೆಗಳಲ್ಲಿರುವ ಗಂಡಸರನ್ನು ಮನೆ ಕೆಲಸ ಮಾಡಿಸಲು ಮೈಕ್ ಮೂಲಕ ಕೋರುತ್ತಿರುವ ವಿಡಿಯೋವೊಂದು ವೈರಲ್ ಆಗಿದೆ.

“ಭಾರತದಲ್ಲಿ ಕೊರೋನಾ ವೈರಸ್‌ನ ಪರಿಸ್ಥಿತಿ ಏನು ಎಂದು ಪ್ರತಿಯೊಬ್ಬರಿಗೂ ತಿಳಿದಿದೆ. ಪ್ರಧಾನ ಮಂತ್ರಿ, ಮುಖ್ಯಮಂತ್ರಿಗಳೆಲ್ಲಾ ಈ ಬಗ್ಗೆ ಮಾತನಾಡುತ್ತಿದ್ದಾರೆ. ಹೀಗಾಗಿ, ಮನೆಗಳಲ್ಲೇ ಉಳಿಯುವುದು ಬಹಳ ಕಷ್ಟ ಎಂದು ಗಂಡಸರು ಏನಾದರೂ ಹೇಳಿದರೆ ಅವರಿಂದ ಮನೆ ಕೆಲಸ ಮಾಡಿಸಿ ಎಂದು ನಾನು ನನ್ನ ಎಲ್ಲ ಸಹೋದರಿಯರನ್ನು ಕೋರುತ್ತೇನೆ. ನಿಮ್ಮ ಮನೆಗಳು, ಛಾವಣಿಗಳನ್ನು ಸ್ವಚ್ಛಗೊಳಿಸಲು ತಿಳಿಸಿ. ಪಾತ್ರೆ-ಬಟ್ಟೆಗಳನ್ನು ತೊಳೆಯಲು ತಿಳಿಸಿ. ಮನೆಯೂ ಸ್ವಚ್ಛವಾಗುತ್ತದೆ, ಕೊರೋನಾ ವೈರಸ್ಸೂ ಸ್ವಚ್ಛವಾಗುತ್ತದೆ” ಎಂದು ಈ ಅಧಿಕಾರಿ ಹೇಳುತ್ತಿರುವುದನ್ನು ಕೇಳಲು ಬಲೇ ಮಜವಾಗಿದೆ.

“ಇದೇ 21 ದಿನಗಳ ಅವಧಿಯಲ್ಲಿ ಅವರು ಅಡುಗೆ ಮಾಡುವುದನ್ನೂ ಸಹ ಕಲಿಯುತ್ತಾರೆ. ಮಹಿಳೆಯರಿಗೆ ಅಡುಗೆ ಮಾಡುವ ಅಗತ್ಯವೂ ಬೀಳದು. ಮಹಿಳೆಯರು ಮನೆಯಲ್ಲಿ ಇಲ್ಲದ ವೇಳೆ ಗಂಡಸರು ಅಡುಗೆಯನ್ನೂ ಮಾಡಬಹುದು” ಎಂದು ಈ ಅಧಿಕಾರಿ ಸಖತ್‌ ಐಡಿಯಾ ಕೊಟ್ಟಿದ್ದಾರೆ.

ವೈದ್ಯಕೀಯ ಕೋರ್ಸ್ ನೀಟ್ ಪರೀಕ್ಷೆ: ವಿದ್ಯಾರ್ಥಿಗಳಿಗೆ ಇಲ್ಲಿದೆ ಮುಖ್ಯ ಮಾಹಿತಿ

Posted: 27 Mar 2020 07:17 PM PDT

ವೈದ್ಯಕೀಯ ಮತ್ತು ದಂತ ವೈದ್ಯಕೀಯ ಕೋರ್ಸ್ ಗಳ ಪ್ರವೇಶಕ್ಕೆ ನಡೆಯಬೇಕಿದ್ದ ನೀಟ್ ಪರೀಕ್ಷೆಯನ್ನು ಮುಂದೂಡಲಾಗಿದೆ.

ರಾಷ್ಟ್ರೀಯ ಪರೀಕ್ಷತಾ ಮಂಡಳಿಯ ಮೇ 3 ರಂದು ನಿಗದಿಯಾಗಿದ್ದ ನೀಟ್ ಪರೀಕ್ಷೆಯನ್ನು ಮುಂದೂಡಲಾಗಿದೆ ಕೋರೋನಾ ವೈರಸ್ ತಡೆಯಲು ಲಾಕ್ಡೌನ್ ಘೋಷಣೆ ಆಗಿರುವ ಹಿನ್ನೆಲೆಯಲ್ಲಿ ನೀಟ್ ಪರೀಕ್ಷೆಯನ್ನು ಮೇ ಕೊನೆಯ ವಾರದಲ್ಲಿ ನಡೆಸುವ ಕುರಿತು ಪ್ರವೇಶ ಪತ್ರಗಳ ಬಿಡುಗಡೆಗೆ ತೀರ್ಮಾನ ಕೈಗೊಳ್ಳಲಾಗುವುದು ಎಂದು ರಾಷ್ಟ್ರೀಯ ಪರೀಕ್ಷತಾ ಮಂಡಳಿ ನಿರ್ದೇಶಕ ಡಾ. ವಿನೀತ್ ಜೋಶಿ ಮಾಹಿತಿ ನೀಡಿದ್ದಾರೆ.

ರಾಜ್ಯಕ್ಕೆ ಕೇಂದ್ರ ಸರ್ಕಾರದಿಂದ ಮತ್ತೊಂದು ‘ಗುಡ್ ನ್ಯೂಸ್’

Posted: 27 Mar 2020 07:06 PM PDT

ನವದೆಹಲಿ: ರಾಜ್ಯಕ್ಕೆ ಕೇಂದ್ರ ಸರ್ಕಾರದಿಂದ 11.48 ಕೋಟಿ ರೂಪಾಯಿ ಬರ ಪರಿಹಾರ ಬಿಡುಗಡೆ ಮಾಡಲಾಗಿದೆ. 2018 -19 ನೇ ಸಾಲಿನ ಹಿಂಗಾರು ಹಂಗಾಮಿನ ಬರಪರಿಸ್ಥಿತಿ ಹಿನ್ನೆಲೆಯಲ್ಲಿ ಕೇಂದ್ರ ಸರ್ಕಾರ 11.48 ಕೋಟಿ ರೂಪಾಯಿ ಹೆಚ್ಚುವರಿ ಪರಿಹಾರವನ್ನು ಮಂಜೂರು ಮಾಡಿದೆ.

ಕೇಂದ್ರ ಗೃಹ ಖಾತೆ ಸಚಿವ ಅಮಿತ್ ಶಾ ನೇತೃತ್ವದಲ್ಲಿ ನಡೆದ ಉನ್ನತ ಮಟ್ಟದ ಸಮಿತಿ ಸಭೆಯಲ್ಲಿ ಪರಿಹಾರ ಮಂಜೂರು ಮಾಡಲು ತೀರ್ಮಾನ ಕೈಗೊಳ್ಳಲಾಗಿದೆ.

ಕಳೆದ ವರ್ಷ ಮುಂಗಾರು ಹಂಗಾಮಿನ ವೇಳೆ ಪ್ರವಾಹದಿಂದ ತತ್ತರಿಸಿದ್ದ ರಾಜ್ಯಗಳಿಗೂ ಹೆಚ್ಚುವರಿ ಪರಿಹಾರ ಘೋಷಿಸಲಾಗಿದೆ. ಅದೇ ರೀತಿ ಕೇಂದ್ರ ಸರ್ಕಾರದ ವತಿಯಿಂದ ಉದ್ಯೋಗ ಖಾತ್ರಿ ಯೋಜನೆಯ ಬಾಕಿ ಪಾವತಿಗೆ 4431 ಕೋಟಿ ರೂ. ಬಿಡುಗಡೆ ಮಾಡಲಾಗಿದೆ. ಏಪ್ರಿಲ್ 10 ರೊಳಗೆ ಉಳಿದ ಹಣ ಪಾವತಿಸಿ, ಕೂಲಿ ಕಾರ್ಮಿಕರ ಬ್ಯಾಂಕ್ ಖಾತೆಗೆ ಜಮಾ ಮಾಡಲಾಗುವುದು ಎಂದು ಹೇಳಲಾಗಿದೆ.

ಕೊರೋನಾ ಭೀತಿಯಿಂದ ಊರಿಗೆ ಬರುವಾಗಲೇ ಬಂದೆರಗಿದ ಜವರಾಯ: ಐವರು ಕಾರ್ಮಿಕರು ಸಾವು

Posted: 27 Mar 2020 06:50 PM PDT

ತೆಲಂಗಾಣದ ಶಂಷಾಬಾದ್ ಬಳಿ ಸಂಭವಿಸಿದ ಭೀಕರ ಅಪಘಾತದಲ್ಲಿ ರಾಜ್ಯಕ್ಕೆ ಬರುತ್ತಿದ್ದ 5 ಮಂದಿ ಕಾರ್ಮಿಕರು ಸಾವನ್ನಪ್ಪಿದ್ದಾರೆ.

ಸೂರ್ಯಪೇಟಾದಿಂದ ರಾಯಚೂರಿಗೆ ವಾಪಸಾಗುತ್ತಿದ್ದ ಕಾರ್ಮಿಕರು ಮೃತಪಟ್ಟಿದ್ದಾರೆ. ಮಿನಿ ಟ್ರಕ್ ನಲ್ಲಿ 30 ಕಾರ್ಮಿಕರು ಬರುವ ವೇಳೆ ಅಪಘಾತ ಸಂಭವಿಸಿದ್ದು ಐವರು ಸ್ಥಳದಲ್ಲೇ ಸಾವನ್ನಪ್ಪಿದ್ದಾರೆ.

ತಡರಾತ್ರಿ 1.30 ರ ಸುಮಾರಿಗೆ ಮಿನಿ ಟ್ರಕ್ ಮತ್ತು ಲಾರಿ ನಡುವೆ ಡಿಕ್ಕಿಯಾಗಿ ಅಪಘಾತ ಸಂಭವಿಸಿದೆ. ದೇಶಾದ್ಯಂತ ಲಾಕ್ಡೌನ್ ಜಾರಿ ಆಗಿರುವ ಹಿನ್ನೆಲೆಯಲ್ಲಿ ಕಾರ್ಮಿಕರು ಊರಿಗೆ ವಾಪಸಾಗುವ ವೇಳೆ ಅಪಘಾತ ಸಂಭವಿಸಿದೆ. ಮೃತರು ರಾಯಚೂರು ಜಿಲ್ಲೆ ಲಿಂಗಸಗೂರು ತಾಲ್ಲೂಕಿನವರು ಎಂದು ಹೇಳಲಾಗಿದೆ. ಅಪಘಾತದಲ್ಲಿ 5 ಮಂದಿಗೆ ಗಂಭೀರವಾದ ಗಾಯಗಳಾಗಿದ್ದು, ಆಸ್ಪತ್ರೆಗೆ ದಾಖಲಿಸಲಾಗಿದೆ. ಹೆಚ್ಚಿನ ಮಾಹಿತಿ ನಿರೀಕ್ಷಿಸಲಾಗಿದೆ.

ಜನ್ ಧನ್ ಖಾತೆದಾರರಿಗೆ ಮೋದಿ ಸರ್ಕಾರದಿಂದ ಭರ್ಜರಿ ‘ಗುಡ್ ನ್ಯೂಸ್’

Posted: 27 Mar 2020 06:38 PM PDT

ನವದೆಹಲಿ: ಜನ್ ಧನ್ ಖಾತೆ ಹೊಂದಿರುವ ಮಹಿಳೆಯರಿಗೆ 3 ತಿಂಗಳು 1,500 ರೂಪಾಯಿ ನೆರವು ನೀಡಲು ಕೇಂದ್ರ ಸರ್ಕಾರ ಕ್ರಮಕೈಗೊಂಡಿದೆ.

ದೇಶಾದ್ಯಂತ ಕೊರೋನಾ ವೈರಸ್ ತಡೆಯುವ ಉದ್ದೇಶದಿಂದ ಲಾಕ್ಡೌನ್ ಜಾರಿಗೊಳಿಸಿದ್ದು ಸಂಕಷ್ಟದಲ್ಲಿರುವ ಬಡವರ ನೆರವಿಗೆ ವಿವಿಧ ಕೊಡುಗೆ ಘೋಷಿಸಲಾಗಿದೆ. ಅದೇ ರೀತಿ ಜನ್ ಧನ್ ಖಾತೆ ಹೊಂದಿದ ಮಹಿಳೆಯರಿಗೆ ತಿಂಗಳಿಗೆ 500 ರೂಪಾಯಿ ಜಮಾ ಮಾಡಲಿದ್ದು, 20 ಕೋಟಿ ಫಲಾನುಭವಿಗಳು ಪ್ರಯೋಜನ ಪಡೆಯಲಿದ್ದಾರೆ.

ರೈತರಿಗೆ ಕಿಸಾನ್ ಸಮ್ಮಾನ್ ಯೋಜನೆಯಡಿ 2000 ರೂಪಾಯಿ ಜಮಾ ಮಾಡಲಾಗುವುದು. ವೃದ್ಧರು, ವಿಧವೆಯರು ವಿಕಲಚೇತನರಿಗೆ 1000 ರೂ. ನೀಡಲಾಗುವುದು. ಉಜ್ವಲ ಯೋಜನೆ ಫಲಾನುಭವಿಗಳಿಗೆ ಮೂರು ತಿಂಗಳವರೆಗೆ ಉಚಿತವಾಗಿ ಅಡುಗೆ ಅನಿಲ ವಿತರಿಸಲಾಗುವುದು. ಬಡವರಿಗೆ ಹೆಚ್ಚುವರಿಯಾಗಿ ತಿಂಗಳಿಗೆ 5 ಕೆಜಿ ಅಕ್ಕಿ ಅಥವಾ ಗೋಧಿ ಉಚಿತವಾಗಿ ನೀಡಲಾಗುವುದು.

ಇಂದಿರಾ ಕ್ಯಾಂಟೀನ್ ಅವಲಂಬಿತ ಬಡವರಿಗೆ ಯಡಿಯೂರಪ್ಪ ಸರ್ಕಾರದಿಂದ ಶುಭ ಸುದ್ದಿ

Posted: 27 Mar 2020 06:24 PM PDT

ಬೆಂಗಳೂರು: ಮಹಾಮಾರಿ ಕೊರೋನಾ ವೈರಸ್ ತಡೆಯುವ ಉದ್ದೇಶದಿಂದ ದೇಶಾದ್ಯಂತ ಲಾಕ್ ಡೌನ್ ಜಾರಿಯಲ್ಲಿದೆ.

ಈ ಸಂದರ್ಭದಲ್ಲಿ ಬಡವರಿಗೆ ಊಟ, ತಿಂಡಿಗೆ ಸಂಕಷ್ಟ ಎದುರಾಗಿರುವ ಹಿನ್ನೆಲೆಯಲ್ಲಿ ಇಂದಿರಾ ಕ್ಯಾಂಟೀನ್ ಮೂಲಕ ಆಹಾರ ವಿತರಿಸಲು ರಾಜ್ಯ ಸರ್ಕಾರ ಕ್ರಮಕೈಗೊಂಡಿದೆ.

ಲಾಕ್ ಡೌನ್ ನಿಂದ ಸಂಕಷ್ಟದಲ್ಲಿರುವ ಬಡವರಿಗೆ ಇಂದಿರಾ ಕ್ಯಾಂಟೀನ್ ನಲ್ಲಿ ಪ್ಯಾಕೆಟ್ ನಲ್ಲಿ ಆಹಾರ ವಿತರಿಸಲು ಮುಖ್ಯಮಂತ್ರಿ ಬಿ.ಎಸ್. ಯಡಿಯೂರಪ್ಪ ನೇತೃತ್ವದಲ್ಲಿ ನಡೆದ ಸಚಿವ ಸಂಪುಟ ಸಭೆಯಲ್ಲಿ ತೀರ್ಮಾನ ಕೈಗೊಳ್ಳಲಾಗಿದೆ. ಇಂದಿರಾ ಕ್ಯಾಂಟೀನ್ ಗಳಲ್ಲಿ ಪ್ಯಾಕೆಟ್ ಗಳಲ್ಲಿ ಆಹಾರ ನೀಡಲಾಗುವುದು ಎಂದು ಹೇಳಲಾಗಿದೆ.

BPL ಕಾರ್ಡ್ ದಾರರಿಗೆ ರಾಜ್ಯ ಸರ್ಕಾರದಿಂದ ಭರ್ಜರಿ ʼಗುಡ್ ನ್ಯೂಸ್ʼ

Posted: 27 Mar 2020 06:06 PM PDT

ಬೆಂಗಳೂರು: ಬಿಪಿಎಲ್ ಕಾರ್ಡ್ ದಾರರಿಗೆ ರಾಜ್ಯ ಸರ್ಕಾರದಿಂದ ಸಿಹಿಸುದ್ದಿ ನೀಡಲಾಗಿದೆ. ಕೋರೋನಾ ವೈರಸ್ ತಡೆಗಟ್ಟಲು ಲಾಕ್ ಡೌನ್ ಜಾರಿಯಲ್ಲಿರುವ ಹಿನ್ನೆಲೆಯಲ್ಲಿ ಜನ ಮನೆಯಿಂದ ಹೊರ ಬರುವಂತಿಲ್ಲ.

ಪಡಿತರದಾರರ ಮನೆಬಾಗಿಲಿಗೆ ಪಡಿತರ ಪೂರೈಕೆ ಮಾಡಲು ಬೆಂಗಳೂರು ಜಿಲ್ಲಾಡಳಿತ ಮುಂದಾಗಿದೆ. ಬೆಂಗಳೂರು ನಗರ ಜಿಲ್ಲೆ ವ್ಯಾಪ್ತಿಯಲ್ಲಿ ಪಡಿತರ ಚೀಟಿದಾರರ ಮಾಹಿತಿ ಕಲೆ ಹಾಕುತ್ತಿದ್ದು ತಹಶೀಲ್ದಾರ್ ಮತ್ತು ಬಿಬಿಎಂಪಿ ಅಧಿಕಾರಿಗಳಿಗೆ ಈ ಕುರಿತು ಸೂಚನೆ ನೀಡಲಾಗಿದೆ.

ಸರ್ಕಾರದಿಂದ ಅನುಮೋದನೆ ಪಡೆದು ಬಿಪಿಎಲ್ ಕಾರ್ಡ್ ದಾರರಿಗೆ ನಿಗದಿತ ಪ್ರಮಾಣದಲ್ಲಿ ಪಡಿತರವನ್ನು ಮನೆ ಬಾಗಿಲಿಗೆ ಪೂರೈಕೆ ಮಾಡಲು ಆಹಾರ ಇಲಾಖೆ ಅಧಿಕಾರಿಗಳು ಸಿದ್ಧತೆ ನಡೆಸಿದ್ದಾರೆ ಎಂದು ಹೇಳಲಾಗಿದೆ.

ವಿದ್ಯುತ್ ದರ: ಗ್ರಾಹಕರಿಗೆ ಇಲ್ಲಿದೆ ʼಗುಡ್ ನ್ಯೂಸ್ʼ

Posted: 27 Mar 2020 06:05 PM PDT

ಬೆಂಗಳೂರು: ಕೊರೋನಾ ಸೋಂಕು ಹರಡುವುದನ್ನು ತಡೆಗಟ್ಟುವ ಉದ್ದೇಶದಿಂದ ದೇಶದ್ಯಾಂತ ಲಾಕ್ ಡೌನ್ ಘೋಷಿಸಲಾಗಿದ್ದು ಇದರಿಂದ ವಿದ್ಯುತ್ ದರ ಪರಿಷ್ಕರಣೆ ಪ್ರಕ್ರಿಯೆ ಮುಂದೂಡಲಾಗಿದೆ ಎಂದು ಹೇಳಲಾಗಿದೆ.

ವಿದ್ಯುತ್ ಗ್ರಾಹಕರು ಸದ್ಯಕ್ಕೆ ನಿರಾಳರಾಗಿದ್ದಾರೆ. ದರ ಏರಿಕೆ ಕುರಿತಾಗಿ ಕರ್ನಾಟಕ ವಿದ್ಯುಚ್ಛಕ್ತಿ ನಿಯಂತ್ರಣ ಆಯೋಗ ಸಾರ್ವಜನಿಕರ ಅಹವಾಲು ಸ್ವೀಕರಿಸುವ ಪ್ರಕ್ರಿಯೆ ಪೂರ್ಣಗೊಂಡಿದೆ. ಏಪ್ರಿಲ್ ನಲ್ಲಿ ಹೊಸ ವಿದ್ಯುತ್ ದರ ಜಾರಿಗೆ ಬರಬೇಕಿತ್ತು. ಮಾರ್ಚ್ ಕೊನೆಯೊಳಗೆ ವಿದ್ಯುತ್ ದರ ಹೆಚ್ಚಳ ಆದೇಶ ಹೊರಡಿಸಬೇಕಿತ್ತು.

ಆದರೆ, ಕೊರೊನಾ ಪರಿಣಾಮ ದರ ಘೋಷಣೆಯಾಗದಿರುವುದರಿಂದ ಸದ್ಯಕ್ಕೆ ವಿದ್ಯುತ್ ದರ ಏರಿಕೆ ಪ್ರಕ್ರಿಯೆಯನ್ನು ಮುಂದೂಡಲಾಗಿದೆ ಎಂದು ಹೇಳಲಾಗಿದೆ.

ರೈತರಿಗೆ ʼಸಿಹಿ ಸುದ್ದಿʼ: ಸಾಲದ ಬಡ್ಡಿ ಮನ್ನಾ ಸೌಲಭ್ಯ ಜೂನ್ ಕೊನೆವರೆಗೆ ವಿಸ್ತರಣೆ

Posted: 27 Mar 2020 05:43 PM PDT

ಬೆಂಗಳೂರು: ಸಹಕಾರ ಸಂಘಗಳಲ್ಲಿ ರೈತರು ಪಡೆದುಕೊಂಡ ಸಾಲದ ಅಸಲು ಪಾವತಿಸಿದರೆ ಬಡ್ಡಿ ಮನ್ನಾ ಸೌಲಭ್ಯ ಪಡೆಯಲು ಇದ್ದ ಕೊನೆ ದಿನವನ್ನು ಜೂನ್ ವರೆಗೆ ವಿಸ್ತರಿಸಲಾಗಿದೆ.

ಮುಖ್ಯಮಂತ್ರಿ ಬಿ.ಎಸ್. ಯಡಿಯೂರಪ್ಪ ಅಧ್ಯಕ್ಷತೆಯಲ್ಲಿ ನಡೆದ ಸಚಿವ ಸಂಪುಟ ಸಭೆಯಲ್ಲಿ ಈ ಕುರಿತು ತೀರ್ಮಾನ ಕೈಗೊಳ್ಳಲಾಗಿದ್ದು, ಮಾರ್ಚ್ 31ಕ್ಕೆ ಸಾಲದ ಕಂತು ಪಾವತಿಸಿ ಸೌಲಭ್ಯ ಪಡೆಯುವ ಯೋಜನೆಯ ಕೊನೆಯ ದಿನವನ್ನು ಜೂನ್ ಅಂತ್ಯದವರೆಗೆ ವಿಸ್ತರಿಸಲಾಗಿದೆ.

ಕೋರೋನಾ ವೈರಸ್ ಹರಡುವುದನ್ನು ತಡೆಗಟ್ಟಲು ಲಾಕ್ ಡೌನ್ ಘೋಷಿಸಿದ್ದು ಈ ಹಿನ್ನೆಲೆಯಲ್ಲಿ ಕೊನೆ ದಿನವನ್ನು ವಿಸ್ತರಿಸಲಾಗಿದೆ.

ಮನೆ, ವಾಹನ ಸೇರಿ ಎಲ್ಲಾ ರೀತಿ ಸಾಲ ಪಡೆದವರಿಗೆ ಗುಡ್ ನ್ಯೂಸ್

Posted: 27 Mar 2020 05:42 PM PDT

ನವದೆಹಲಿ: ಕೊರೋನಾ ವೈರಸ್ ತಡೆಯುವ ಉದ್ದೇಶದಿಂದ ದೇಶಾದ್ಯಂತ ಲಾಕ್ ಡೌನ್ ಘೋಷಿಸಿದ್ದು ಸಾಲದ ಕಂತು ತೀರಿಸಲು ಸಂಕಷ್ಟದಲ್ಲಿರುವ ಸಾಲಗಾರರಿಗೆ ಸದ್ಯಕ್ಕೆ ವಿನಾಯಿತಿ ನೀಡಲಾಗಿದೆ.

ಮನೆ, ವಾಣಿಜ್ಯ, ವಾಹನ, ವೈಯಕ್ತಿಕ ಸಾಲ, ಶೈಕ್ಷಣಿಕ ಸಾಲ, ಕ್ರೆಡಿಟ್ ಕಾರ್ಡ್ ಇಎಂಐ ಪಾವತಿಗಳಿಗೆ ಮೂರು ತಿಂಗಳು ವಿನಾಯಿತಿ ನೀಡಲಾಗಿದೆ. ಎಲ್ಲಾ ಬ್ಯಾಂಕ್ ಗಳಲ್ಲಿ ಮೂರು ತಿಂಗಳು ಸಾಲದ ಇಎಂಐಗೆ ವಿನಾಯಿತಿ ನೀಡಿ ಭಾರತೀಯ ರಿಸರ್ವ್ ಬ್ಯಾಂಕ್ ಆದೇಶಿಸಿದೆ.

ಆರ್.ಬಿ.ಐ. ಸೂಚನೆ ಹಿನ್ನೆಲೆಯಲ್ಲಿ ಎಲ್ಲಾ ಬ್ಯಾಂಕುಗಳಲ್ಲಿ ಸಾಲ ಪಡೆದವರು ಮೂರು ತಿಂಗಳ ನಂತರ ಇಎಂಐ ಕಟ್ಟಬಹುದಾಗಿದೆ ಎಂದು ಹೇಳಲಾಗಿದೆ.

ಅಸಿಡಿಟಿಗೆ ಇಲ್ಲಿದೆ ಸೂಪರ್ ‘ಮನೆ ಮದ್ದು’

Posted: 27 Mar 2020 04:56 PM PDT

ಊಟದ ಬಳಿಕ ಹುಳಿ ತೇಗು ಬರುತ್ತಿದೆಯೇ, ಸರಿಯಾಗಿ ಹಸಿವಾಗುತ್ತಿಲ್ಲವೇ, ಹೊಟ್ಟೆ ಉಬ್ಬರಿಸಿದಂತಿದೆಯೇ, ತಲೆ ನೋವೇ ಸಂಶಯವೇ ಇಲ್ಲ, ಇದು ಆ್ಯಸಿಡಿಟಿಯ ಲಕ್ಷಣಗಳು. ಸರಿಯಾದ ಸಮಯಕ್ಕೆ ಸೂಕ್ತ ಚಿಕಿತ್ಸೆ ಕೊಡಿಸದೆ ಹೋದಲ್ಲಿ ಇದು ರೋಗವಾಗಿ ಕಾಡುವುದರಲ್ಲಿ ಸಂಶಯವಿಲ್ಲ. ಅಡುಗೆ ಮನೆಯಲ್ಲಿ ಇದಕ್ಕೆ ಮದ್ದಿದೆ ಎಂದರೆ ನೀವು ನಂಬುತ್ತೀರಾ?

ಕರಿದ ಹಾಗು ಖಾರವಾದ ವಸ್ತುಗಳಿಂದ ಸಾಧ್ಯವಾದಷ್ಟು ದೂರವಿರಿ. ಟೊಮೊಟೊ, ದ್ರಾಕ್ಷಿ, ಕಿತ್ತಳೆಯಲ್ಲಿ ಆಸಿಡಿಟಿ ಅಂಶ ಹೆಚ್ಚಿರುವುದರಿಂದ ಮೂರು ಹೊತ್ತು ಅದನ್ನು ತಿನ್ನದಿರಿ.

ಎರಡು ಎಲೆ ತುಳಸಿ, ಪುದಿನಾಗಳನ್ನು ತಣ್ಣಗಿನ ನೀರಿನಲ್ಲಿ ಎರಡು ಗಂಟೆ ಹೊತ್ತು ನೆನೆಸಿಡಿ. ಬಳಿಕ ಸೋಸಿ ಮುಂಜಾನೆ ಖಾಲಿ ಹೊಟ್ಟೆಗೆ ಸೇವಿಸಿ.

ಕೊತ್ತಂಬರಿ ನೀರನ್ನು ಕುದಿಸಿ ತುಂಡು ಬೆಲ್ಲ ಸೇರಿಸಿ ಕುಡಿದರೆ ಎದೆಯುರಿ ಸಮಸ್ಯೆ ಕಡಿಮೆಯಾಗುತ್ತದೆ. ಆಲ್ಕೋಹಾಲ್ ಸೇವನೆಯಿಂದಲೂ ಅಸಿಡಿಟಿ ಹೆಚ್ಚಬಹುದು. ಹಾಗಾಗಿ ಎಚ್ಚರವಾಗಿರಿ. ಒಂದು ಊಟದಿಂದ ಇನ್ನೊಂದು ಊಟದ ಮಧ್ಯೆ ಗ್ಯಾಪ್ ಇರಲಿ.

ರಾತ್ರಿ ಮಲಗುವ ಮುನ್ನ ತಣ್ಣಗಿನ ಒಂದು ಲೋಟ ಹಾಲು ಕುಡಿಯಿರಿ. ಇದು ಬಹು ಪಾಲು ಗ್ಯಾಸ್ಟಿಕ್ ಸಮಸ್ಯೆಗಳನ್ನು ನಿವಾರಿಸುತ್ತದೆ.

ಸುರ್ಯ ದೇವಸ್ಥಾನದ ವಿಶೇಷತೆ ಏನು ಗೊತ್ತಾ…?

Posted: 27 Mar 2020 04:47 PM PDT

ಧರ್ಮಸ್ಥಳದಿಂದ ಹನ್ನೆರಡು, ಉಜಿರೆಯಿಂದ ಮೂರು ಕಿ.ಮೀ.ದೂರದಲ್ಲಿರುವ ಸುರ್ಯ ದೇವಸ್ಥಾನ ಮಣ್ಣಿನ ಹರಕೆಯ ಕ್ಷೇತ್ರವೆಂದೇ ಪ್ರಸಿದ್ಧ. ಪ್ರಕೃತಿ ಸೌಂದರ್ಯದ ಮಧ್ಯ ಕಂಗೊಳಿಸುವ ಈ ದೇಗುಲದಲ್ಲಿ ಸದಾಶಿವ ರುದ್ರನೇ ಮುಖ್ಯ ದೇವರು.

ಭಕ್ತರು ತಮ್ಮ ಬೇಡಿಕೆ ಈಡೇರಿದ ಬಳಿಕ ಕ್ಷೇತ್ರಕ್ಕೆ ಭೇಟಿ ನೀಡಿ ಆಯಾ ರೂಪದ ಮಣ್ಣಿನ ಮೂರ್ತಿಗಳನ್ನು ಒಪ್ಪಿಸಿ ಹರಕೆ ತೀರಿಸಿಕೊಳ್ಳುತ್ತಾರೆ. ರಜಾ ದಿನಗಳಲ್ಲಿ ಇಲ್ಲಿ ಭಕ್ತ ಸಮೂಹವೇ ನೆರೆದಿರುತ್ತದೆ.

ಇಲ್ಲಿ ಹರಕೆ ಬನವೊಂದಿದ್ದು ಇಂದಿಗೂ ತನ್ನ ಮೂಲರೂಪವನ್ನು ಉಳಿಸಿಕೊಂಡಿದೆ. ಅದೆಷ್ಟೋ ವರ್ಷಗಳಿಂದ ಭಕ್ತರು ಹಾಕಿದ ಮಣ್ಣಿನ ಮೂರ್ತಿಗಳ ರಾಶಿಯೇ ಇದೆ. ದಿನಂಪ್ರತಿ ಇವುಗಳಿಗೆ ಪೂಜೆ ನಡೆಯುತ್ತದೆ. ಮಳೆಗಾಲದಲ್ಲಿ ಕರಗುವ ಮೂರ್ತಿಗಳು ನೀರಿನೊಂದಿಗೆ ಬೆರೆತು ಮತ್ತೆ ಮಣ್ಣಿಗೆ ಸೇರುತ್ತದೆ. ಇದೀಗ ದೇಗುಲದಲ್ಲಿ ಮಧ್ಯಾಹ್ನದ ಊಟದ ವ್ಯವಸ್ಥೆಯನ್ನು ಮಾಡಲಾಗಿದೆ.

ಹಿಂದೆ ಒಬ್ಬಾಕೆ ತನ್ನ ಮಗ ಸುರೆಯನ ಜೊತೆ ಈ ಪ್ರದೇಶದಲ್ಲಿದ್ದ ಕಾಡಿಗೆ ಸೊಪ್ಪು ತರಲೆಂದು ಹೋಗಿದ್ದಳಂತೆ. ಸೊಪ್ಪು ಕಡಿಯುವಾಗ ಸೊಪ್ಪಿನ ನಡುವೆ ಮರೆಯಾಗಿದ್ದ ಲಿಂಗರೂಪಿ ಶಿಲೆಗೆ ಕತ್ತಿ ತಾಗಿ ರಕ್ತ ಚಿಮ್ಮಿತಂತೆ. ಆಗ ಗಾಬರಿಗೊಂಡ ಆ ಮಹಿಳೆ ತನ್ನ ಮಗನನ್ನು “ಓ ಸುರೆಯ” ಎಂದು ಕರೆದಳು ಹಾಗೂ ಆ ಘಟನೆಯ ಬಳಿಕ ಕ್ಷೇತ್ರಕ್ಕೆ ಸುರೆಯ, ಸುರಿಯ, ;ಸುರ್ಯ’ ಎಂಬ ಹೆಸರು ಬಂತು ಎಂದು ಹೇಳಲಾಗುತ್ತಿದೆ.

ಅದೇ ರೀತಿ ಆ ಲಿಂಗರೂಪಿ ಶಿಲೆಗೆ ಪೂಜೆ ನಡೆಸಿ ದೇವಾಲಯ ನಿರ್ಮಾಣ ಮಾಡಲಾಯಿತು ಎಂಬುದು ಇಲ್ಲಿನ ಹಿನ್ನೆಲೆ. ಅದೇನೇ ಇದ್ದರೂ ಇಂದು ಸಾವಿರಾರು ಮಂದಿಯ ಅಭೀಷ್ಟಗಳನ್ನು ಈಡೇರಿಸುವ ನೆಚ್ಚಿನ ದೇವಾಲಯವಾಗಿದೆ.

ಇಲ್ಲಿದೆ ಹಿಮ್ಮಡಿಯ ಸೌಂದರ್ಯಕ್ಕೆ ಸರಳ ಮಾರ್ಗ

Posted: 27 Mar 2020 04:43 PM PDT

ತಮ್ಮ ಪಾದಗಳನ್ನು ಸುಂದರವಾಗಿಟ್ಟುಕೊಳ್ಳಬೇಕೆಂಬುದು ಎಲ್ಲರ ಬಯಕೆಯೂ ಹೌದು. ಅದರೆ ಬೇಸಿಗೆಯಲ್ಲಿ, ಚಳಿಗಾಲದಲ್ಲಿ ಪಾದದ ಹಿಮ್ಮಡಿ ಬಿರುಕುಬಿಟ್ಟು ಅಸಹ್ಯವಾಗಿ ಕಾಣುವುದು ಬಹು ಜನರ ಬಯಕೆಯೂ ಹೌದು.

ಇನ್ನು ಒಡೆದ ಹಿಮ್ಮಡಿಯನ್ನು ಮರೆಮಾಚಲು ಸಾಕ್ಸ್ ಧರಿಸಿ ಓಡಾಡಬೇಕಿಲ್ಲ. ಯಾಕೆಂದಿರಾ? ಇಲ್ಲಿದೆ ಸರಳ ಸುಲಭ ಸಲಹೆಗಳು:

ಮಾರುಕಟ್ಟೆಯಲ್ಲಿ ಸಿಗುವ ಪೆಟ್ರೋಲಿಯಂ ಜೆಲ್ ಗಳು, ಮಾಯಿಶ್ಚರೈಸರ್ ಗಳು ಉತ್ತಮ ಪ್ರಭಾವವನ್ನೇ ಬೀರುತ್ತವೆ. ಅವುಗಳನ್ನು ಬಳಸದೆಯೂ ಕಾಲಿನ ಒಡೆದ ಹಿಮ್ಮಡಿ ಸಮಸ್ಯೆಯಿಂದ ಬಚಾವಾಗಬಹುದು.

ಮಲಗುವ ಮುನ್ನ ಕಾಲಿನ ಹಿಮ್ಮಡಿಯನ್ನು ಸ್ವಚ್ಛವಾಗಿ ತೊಳೆದು ಬೆಣ್ಣೆಯನ್ನು ಹಚ್ಚಿ. ಮಲಗುವಾಗ ಬೆಡ್ ಶೀಟ್ ಗೆ ತಾಕದಂತೆ ಮಾಡಲು ಕಾಲು ಚೀಲ ಧರಿಸಿ ಇಲ್ಲವೇ, ಸ್ವಲ್ಪ ಹೊತ್ತು ಮೇಲೆತ್ತಿ ಇಟ್ಟುಕೊಳ್ಳಿ.

ಎರಡು ಚಮಚ ಅಕ್ಕಿಹಿಟ್ಟು, ಒಂದು ಚಮಚ ಜೇನು ಹಾಗೂ ವಿನೆಗರ್ ಸೇರಿಸಿ ಮಿಶ್ರಣ ತಯಾರಿಸಿ. ಕಾಲಿನ ಹಿಮ್ಮಡಿಗೆ ಹಚ್ಚಿ 20 ನಿಮಿಷಗಳ ಬಳಿಕ ಉಗುರುಬೆಚ್ಚಗಿನ ನೀರಿನಲ್ಲಿ ಕಾಲಿಟ್ಟು ಹತ್ತು ನಿಮಿಷಗಳ ಬಳಿಕ ಒಣಗಿದ ಬಟ್ಟೆಯಲ್ಲಿ ಒರೆಸಿ.

ಎರಡು ಬಾಳೆಹಣ್ಣನ್ನು ಕಿವುಚಿ ಪೇಸ್ಟ್ ತಯಾರಿಸಿ. ಕಾಲಿನ ಬೆರಳುಗಳೂ ಸೇರಿದಂತೆ ಸಂಪೂರ್ಣವಾಗಿ ಪೇಸ್ಟ್ ಅನ್ನು ಹಚ್ಚಿ. 20 ನಿಮಿಷಗಳ ಬಳಿಕ ಸ್ವಚ್ಛವಾದ ನೀರಿನಿಂದ ತೊಳೆಯಿರಿ.

ಜೇನನ್ನು ಹಿಂಗಾಲಿಗೆ ಸವರಿ ಮಲಗಿ. ಮರುದಿನ ಬೆಳಗ್ಗೆ ಉಗುರು ಬಿಸಿ ನೀರಿನಲ್ಲಿ ಕಾಲನ್ನು ತೊಳೆಯಿರಿ. ಹೀಗೆ ಮಾಡಿದರೆ ಕೆಲವೇ ದಿನಗಳಲ್ಲಿ ಹಿಮ್ಮಡಿಯ ಒಡೆಯುವಿಕೆ ಕಡಿಮೆಯಾಗಿ ಅಕರ್ಷಕ ಹಿಮ್ಮಡಿ ನಿಮ್ಮದಾಗುವುದು.

ನೀರ್ ಕಜ್ಜಾಯ ಮಾಡುವ ಸುಲಭ ವಿಧಾನ ಇಲ್ಲಿದೆ ನೋಡಿ

Posted: 27 Mar 2020 04:37 PM PDT

ಬಿಸಿ ಬಿಸಿ ಕಜ್ಜಾಯವೆಂದರೆ ಎಲ್ಲರ ಬಾಯಲ್ಲೂ ನೀರು ಬರುತ್ತದೆ. ಸರಿಯಾದ ಹದದಲ್ಲಿ ಮಾಡಿದರೆ ಮಾತ್ರ ಕಜ್ಜಾಯ ಚೆನ್ನಾಗಿ ಬರುತ್ತದೆ. ಆದರೆ ಈ ನೀರ್ ಕಜ್ಜಾಯ ಮಾಡುವುದಕ್ಕೆ ಅಷ್ಟೇನೋ ತಲೆಕೆಡಿಸಿಕೊಳ್ಳಬೇಕಿಲ್ಲ. ರುಚಿ ಕೂಡ ಸಖತ್ ಆಗಿರುತ್ತದೆ. ಮಾಡುವ ವಿಧಾನ ಇಲ್ಲಿದ ನೋಡಿ.

ಬೇಕಾಗುವ ಸಾಮಾಗ್ರಿಗಳು

2 ಲೋಟ ಅಕ್ಕಿ, 50- ಗ್ರಾಂ ಉದ್ದಿನಬೇಳೆ, 4 ಏಲಕ್ಕಿ, 1 ಕಪ್ ಬೆಲ್ಲ, ತೆಂಗಿನತುರಿ-1 ಕಪ್, ಕರಿಯಲು ಎಣ್ಣೆ.

ಮಾಡುವ ವಿಧಾನ:

ಮೊದಲಿಗೆ ಅಕ್ಕಿ, ಉದ್ದಿನ ಬೇಳೆಯನ್ನು ಚೆನ್ನಾಗಿ ತೊಳೆದು 3 ಗಂಟೆಗಳ ಕಾಲ ನೆನೆಸಿಡಿ. ನಂತರ ಮಿಕ್ಸಿ ಜಾರಿಗೆ ಅಕ್ಕಿಯನ್ನು ಹಾಕಿಕೊಂಡು ರುಬ್ಬಿ. ಇದು ಸ್ವಲ್ಪ ನಯವಾದಾಗ ತೆಂಗಿನ ತುರಿ ಹಾಗೂ ಬೆಲ್ಲ, ಏಲಕ್ಕಿಯನ್ನು ಹಾಕಿ ಚೆನ್ನಾಗಿ ರುಬ್ಬಿಕೊಳ್ಳಿ.

ಈ ಹಿಟ್ಟು ದೋಸೆ ಹಿಟ್ಟಿನ ಹದಕ್ಕೆ ಇರಲಿ. ನಂತರ ಗ್ಯಾಸ್ ಮೇಲೆ ಒಂದು ಬಾಣಲೆ ಇಟ್ಟು ಅದಕ್ಕೆ ಕರಿಯಲು ಎಷ್ಟು ಬೇಕೋ ಅಷ್ಟು ಎಣ್ಣೆ ಹಾಕಿ. ಒಂದು ಚಿಕ್ಕ ಸೌಟಿನ ಸಹಾಯದಿಂದ ಈ ಹಿಟ್ಟನ್ನು ತೆಗೆದುಕೊಂಡು ಸ್ವಲ್ಪ ಸ್ವಲ್ಪವೇ ಎಣ್ಣೆ ಬಾಣಲೆಗೆ ಹಾಕಿದರೆ ರುಚಿಕರವಾದ ನೀರ್ ಕಜ್ಜಾಯ ರೆಡಿಯಾಗುತ್ತದೆ.

ಸಖತ್ ರುಚಿಯಾಗಿರುತ್ತೆ ಕಲ್ಲಂಗಡಿ ಹಣ್ಣಿನ ಐಸ್ ಕ್ಯಾಂಡಿ

Posted: 27 Mar 2020 04:34 PM PDT

ಬೇಸಿಗೆ ಕಾಲದಲ್ಲಿ ಐಸ್ ಕ್ರೀಂಗೆ ಬೇಡಿಕೆ ಹೆಚ್ಚು. ಬಿಸಿಲಿನ ತಾಪಕ್ಕೆ ಏನಾದರೂ ತಂಪು ತಂಪಾಗಿರುವುದನ್ನು ತಿನ್ನಬೇಕು ಅನಿಸುತ್ತಿರುತ್ತದೆ.

ಹೊರಗಡೆಯಿಂದ ಐಸ್ ಕ್ರೀಂ ತಂದು ತಿನ್ನುವುದಕ್ಕಿಂತ ಮನೆಯಲ್ಲಿ ಸುಲಭವಾಗಿ ಕಲ್ಲಂಗಡಿ ಹಣ್ಣಿನ ಐಸ್ ಕ್ಯಾಂಡಿ ಮಾಡಿಕೊಂಡು ತಿನ್ನಬಹುದು.

ಮಕ್ಕಳಿಗೂ ತುಂಬಾ ಇಷ್ಟವಾಗುತ್ತದೆ.

ಬೇಕಾಗುವ ಸಾಮಾಗ್ರಿಗಳು: ಕಲ್ಲಂಗಡಿ ಹಣ್ಣು-1 ಕಪ್, ½ ಕಪ್ ಸಕ್ಕರೆ, ಲಿಂಬೆಹಣ್ಣಿನ ರಸ-1 ಟೇಬಲ್ ಸ್ಪೂನ್, ½ ಟೀ ಸ್ಪೂನ್ ಉಪ್ಪು, ಸ್ವಲ್ಪ ಏಲಕ್ಕಿ ಪುಡಿ, ಐಸ್ ಕ್ರೀಂ ಕಡ್ಡಿ.

ಮಾಡುವ ವಿಧಾನ:

ಒಂದು ಮಿಕ್ಸಿ ಜಾರಿಗೆ ಕತ್ತರಿಸಿಟ್ಟುಕೊಂಡ ಕಲ್ಲಂಗಡಿ ಹಣ್ಣಿನ ಹೋಳು, ಏಲಕ್ಕಿ ಪುಡಿ, ಸಕ್ಕರೆ, ಉಪ್ಪು, ಲಿಂಬೆ ಹಣ್ಣಿನ ರಸ, ಸ್ವಲ್ಪ ನೀರು ಹಾಕಿ ರುಬ್ಬಿಕೊಳ್ಳಿ. ನಂತರ ಇದನ್ನು ಒಂದು ಪಾತ್ರೆಗೆ ಸೋಸಿಕೊಳ್ಳಿ. ಆಮೇಲೆ ಐಸ್ ಕ್ಯಾಂಡಿ ಮೌಲ್ಡ್ ಗೆ ಹಾಕಿ ಫ್ರೀಜರ್ ನಲ್ಲಿ 8 ಗಂಟೆಗಳ ಕಾಲ ಇಡಿ. ನಂತರ ಇದನ್ನು ತೆಗೆದು ಮನೆಮಂದಿಯೆಲ್ಲಾ ಸವಿಯಿರಿ.

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Posted: 27 Mar 2020 04:26 PM PDT

ತಲೆ ತುಂಬಾ ಮುಡಿ ಇರಬೇಕೆಂಬುದು ಬಹುತೇಕ ಎಲ್ಲರ ಮಹಿಳೆಯರ ಹೆಬ್ಬಯಕೆ. ಹೊರಗಿನಿಂದ ವಸ್ತುಗಳನ್ನು ತರದೆ ಅಡುಗೆ ಮನೆಯ ಪದಾರ್ಥಗಳಿಂದಲೇ ನಿಮ್ಮ ಕೂದಲಿನ ಆರೋಗ್ಯವನ್ನು ವೃದ್ಧಿಸಬಹುದು. ಹೇಗೆಂದಿರಾ…

ಪರಿಶುದ್ಧ ತೆಂಗಿನ ಎಣ್ಣೆ: ಸ್ನಾನಕ್ಕೆ ೧೫ ನಿಮಿಷಗಳ ಮೊದಲು ತೆಂಗಿನೆಣ್ಣೆ ಹಚ್ಚಿ ಸರಿಯಾಗಿ ಮಸಾಜ್ ಮಾಡಿ. ದಾಸವಾಳದ ಎಲೆ, ಬೇವಿನ ಎಲೆಯನ್ನು ಸೇರಿಸಿ ತೆಂಗಿನೆಣ್ಣೆ ಬಿಸಿ ಮಾಡಿಕೊಂಡಿರಿ. ಒಮ್ಮೆ ತಯಾರಿಸಿದರೆ ಇದು ೬ ತಿಂಗಳವರೆಗೆ ಕೆಡದು.
ಸ್ನಾನಕ್ಕೆ ೨೫ ನಿಮಿಷಗಳ ಮೊದಲು ಎಣ್ಣೆಗೆ ನಿಂಬೆರಸ ಬೆರೆಸಿ ಹಚ್ಚಿಕೊಳ್ಳಿ. ಹದವಾದ ಬಿಸಿ ನೀರಿನಲ್ಲಿ ಸ್ನಾನ ಮಾಡಿ. ತಲೆಯ ಹೊಟ್ಟನ್ನು ಇದು ನಿವಾರಿಸುತ್ತದೆ.

ಮನೆಯ ಹಿತ್ತಲಲ್ಲಿ ಅಲೋವೇರಾ ಇದ್ದರೆ ನಿಮ್ಮ ಕೆಲಸ ಇನ್ನೂ ಸಲೀಸು. ವಾರಕ್ಕೊಮ್ಮೆ ಇದರ ರಸವನ್ನು ಹಿಂಡಿ ತಲೆಗೆ ಹಚ್ಚಿಕೊಂಡರೆ ಕೂದಲು ಕಪ್ಪಾಗಿಯೂ, ಉದ್ದವಾಗಿಯೂ ಬೆಳೆಯುತ್ತದೆ.

ನೀರುಳ್ಳಿ ರಸ ಕೂದಲು ಬೆಳೆಯಲು ಸಹಕಾರಿ ಎಂಬುದನ್ನು ಸಂಶೋಧನೆಗಳು ತೋರಿಸಿಕೊಟ್ಟಿವೆ. ಇದು ಪೋಷಕಾಂಶದ ಜೊತೆಗೆ ರಕ್ತದ ಚಲನೆಯನ್ನು ಹೆಚ್ಚಿಸುತ್ತದೆ. ಇದನ್ನು ಹಚ್ಚಿ ೧೫ ನಿಮಿಷಗಳ ಬಳಿಕ ಸ್ನಾನ ಮಾಡಿ.

ಬೇಸಿಗೆಗೆ ಇರಲಿ ಈ ಬಗೆಯ ಕನ್ನಡಕಗಳು

Posted: 27 Mar 2020 04:22 PM PDT

ಇನ್ನೇನು ಬೇಸಿಗೆ ಬಂದಾಯ್ತು. ಬಿಸಿಲಿನ ಝಳಕ್ಕೆ ಬಾಡಿ ಹೋಗದವರಾರೂ ಇರಲಿಕ್ಕಿಲ್ಲ. ಶಾಪಿಂಗ್ ಗೆ ತೆರಳುವಾಗ ಅಥವಾ ದಿನನಿತ್ಯ ಉದ್ಯೋಗಕ್ಕೆ ತೆರಳುವಾಗ ನಿಮ್ಮ ಕಣ್ಣುಗಳನ್ನು ರಕ್ಷಿಸಿಕೊಳ್ಳುವುದು ಬಹಳ ಮುಖ್ಯ. ಅದಕ್ಕಾಗಿ ಯಾವ ರೀತಿಯ ಕನ್ನಡಕಗಳನ್ನು ಬಳಸಬಹುದು ಎಂಬ ಕುರಿತು ಸಲಹೆಗಳು ಇಲ್ಲಿವೆ.

ಯುವಿ ಪ್ರೊಟೆಕ್ಷನ್ ಇರುವ ಕನ್ನಡಕವನ್ನೇ ಧರಿಸಿ. ನಿಮ್ಮ ತ್ವಚೆಯನ್ನು ಮಾತ್ರ ರಕ್ಷಿಸಿಕೊಂಡರೆ ಸಾಲದು, ಕಣ್ಣಿನ ಆರೋಗ್ಯವೂ ಬಹಳ ಮುಖ್ಯ. ಯುವಿ ಕಿರಣಗಳಿಂದ ನಿಮ್ಮನ್ನು ಕಾಪಾಡಲು ಸನ್ ಗ್ಲಾಸ್ ಗಳನ್ನು ಬಳಸಿ.

ಸೂಕ್ತ ಪರಿಸ್ಥಿತಿಗೆ ಹೊಂದಿಕೊಳ್ಳುವಂತ ಗ್ಲಾಸಸ್ ಧರಿಸಿ: ಕಚೇರಿಗೆ ತೆರಳುವಾಗ ಫ್ಯಾನ್ಸಿ ಗ್ಲಾಸ್ ಧರಿಸುವುದು ಅಪಹಾಸ್ಯವಾಗಿ ಕಂಡೀತು. ಹೀಗಾಗಿ ಸೂಕ್ತ ಸನ್ನಿವೇಶಕ್ಕೆ ಹೊಂದಿಕೆಯಾಗುವ ಕನ್ನಡಕವನ್ನೇ ಧರಿಸಿ.

ಕೆಲವು ಸಂದರ್ಭಗಳಲ್ಲಿ ಗ್ಲಾಸ್ ಹಾಕಲು ಸಾಧ್ಯವಿಲ್ಲ ಎಂದಾದಾಗ ಕಣ್ಣಿನ ತನಕ ಮುಚ್ಚುವ ಹ್ಯಾಟ್ ಧರಿಸಿ, ಅದು ಕಣ್ಣಿಗೆ ಸ್ವಲ್ಪ ಮಟ್ಟಿನ ನಿರಾಳತೆ ನೀಡುತ್ತದೆ.

ಬಿಸಿಲಿಗೆ ಕಣ್ಣಿನ ಮೇಕಪ್ ಹಾಳಾಗದಂತೆ ತಡೆಯುವ ಗ್ಲಾಸ್ ಅನ್ನು ಮರೆಯದೆ ಧರಿಸಿ, ನಿಮ್ಮ ಕಣ್ಣಿನ ಸೌಂದರ್ಯ, ಆರೋಗ್ಯವನ್ನು ಕಾಪಾಡಿಕೊಳ್ಳಿ.

ತುಂಬಾ ರುಚಿಯಾಗಿರುತ್ತೆ ಈರುಳ್ಳಿ ಗೊಜ್ಜು

Posted: 27 Mar 2020 03:30 PM PDT

ದಿನ ತರಕಾರಿ ಸಾಂಬಾರು ತಿಂದು ಬೇಜಾರು ಆದವರು ಅಥವಾ ಮನೆಯಲ್ಲಿ ಮಾಡುವುದಕ್ಕೆ ಇವತ್ತೇನೂ ತರಕಾರಿ ಇಲ್ಲ ಎಂದುಕೊಳ್ಳುವವರಿಗೆ ಇಲ್ಲಿ ಸುಲಭವಾಗಿ ಈರುಳ್ಳಿ ಗೊಜ್ಜು ಮಾಡುವ ವಿಧಾನ ಇದೆ ನೋಡಿ. ಇದು ತಿನ್ನುವುದಕ್ಕೂ ರುಚಿಕರವಾಗಿರುತ್ತದೆ. ಚಪಾತಿ, ಅನ್ನ, ದೋಸೆಗೆ ಹೇಳಿ ಮಾಡಿಸಿದ್ದು ಈ ಗೊಜ್ಜು.

ಬೇಕಾಗುವ ಸಾಮಾಗ್ರಿಗಳು: ಈರುಳ್ಳಿ-2 ದೊಡ್ಡ ಗಾತ್ರದ್ದು , 1-ಟೊಮೆಟೊ, 3 ಎಸಳು-ಬೆಳ್ಳುಳ್ಳಿ, 2 ಹಸಿಮೆಣಸು, ಹುರಿಕಡಲೆ-1 ಟೇಬಲ್ ಸ್ಪೂನ್, ತೆಂಗಿನ ತುರಿ-2 ಟೇಬಲ್ ಸ್ಪೂನ್, ಜೀರಿಗೆ-1/2 ಟೀ ಸ್ಪೂನ್, ಸಾರಿನ ಪುಡಿ-1 ಟೇಬಲ್ ಸ್ಪೂನ್, ¼ ಟೇಬಲ್ ಸ್ಪೂನ್ ಸಾಸಿವೆ, ರುಚಿಗೆ ತಕ್ಕಷ್ಟು, ಉಪ್ಪು, ಎಣ್ಣೆ-2 ಟೇಬಲ್ ಸ್ಪೂನ್, ಉದ್ದಿನಬೇಳೆ-1 ಟೀ ಸ್ಪೂನ್, 1 ಟೇಬಲ್ ಸ್ಪೂನ್ ನಷ್ಟು-ಕಡಲೆಬೇಳೆ, ಹುಣಸೆಹಣ್ಣಿನ ರಸ-1 ಟೇಬಲ್ ಸ್ಪೂನ್ ನಷ್ಟು, ಕರಿಬೇವು-ಸ್ವಲ್ಪ, ನೀರು-ಅಗತ್ಯವಿರುವಷ್ಟು.

ಮಾಡುವ ವಿಧಾನ:

ಮೊದಲಿಗೆ ಗ್ಯಾಸ್ ಮೇಲೆ ಒಂದು ಬಾಣಲೆ ಇಟ್ಟು ಅದಕ್ಕೆ ಸ್ವಲ್ಪ ಎಣ್ಣೆ ಹಾಕಿ. ನಂತರ ಸಾಸಿವೆ ಹಾಕಿ, ಚಟಪಟ ಎಂದಾಗ ಕಡಲೆಬೇಳೆ, ಉದ್ದಿನಬೇಳೆ ಹಾಕಿ. ಇದು ಕೆಂಪಗಾದ ನಂತರ ಕತ್ತರಿಸಿಟ್ಟುಕೊಂಡ ಈರುಳ್ಳಿ ಹಾಕಿ ಕೈಯಾಡಿಸಿ. 5 ನಿಮಿಷ ಕಡಿಮೆ ಉರಿಯಲ್ಲಿ ಈರುಳ್ಳಿಯನ್ನು ಬೇಯಿಸಿಕೊಳ್ಳಿ.

ನಂತರ ಒಂದು ಮಿಕ್ಸಿ ಜಾರಿಗೆ ಹುರಿಕಡಲೆ, ಬೆಳ್ಳುಳ್ಳಿ, ಜೀರಿಗೆ, ಹಸಿಮೆಣಸು, ತೆಂಗಿನ ತುರಿ, ಸ್ವಲ್ಪ ನೀರು ಹಾಕಿ ರುಬ್ಬಿಕೊಳ್ಳಿ. ಈರುಳ್ಳಿ ಬೆಂದ ಕೂಡಲೇ ಅದಕ್ಕೆ ಕತ್ತರಿಸಿಟ್ಟುಕೊಂಡ ಟೊಮೆಟೊ ಹಾಕಿ.ಟೊಮೆಟೊ ಮೆತ್ತಗಾದ ನಂತರ ಹುಣಸೇ ಹಣ್ಣಿನ ನೀರು ಹಾಕಿ. ಅದಕ್ಕೆ ಅರಿಶಿನ, ಸಾರಿನಪುಡಿ, ರುಬ್ಬಿಕೊಂಡ ಮಿಶ್ರಣ, ½ ಕಪ್ ನಷ್ಟು ನೀರು ಸೇರಿಸಿ. ರುಚಿಗೆ ತಕ್ಕಷ್ಟು ಉಪ್ಪು ಹಾಕಿ ಚೆನ್ನಾಗಿ ಬೇಯಿಸಿಕೊಂಡರೆ ರುಚಿಕರವಾದ ಈರುಳ್ಳಿ ಗೊಜ್ಜು ರೆಡಿ.

ನವರಾತ್ರಿಯಲ್ಲಿ ತಾಯಿಯನ್ನು ಪ್ರಸನ್ನಗೊಳಿಸಲು ಹೀಗೆ ಮಾಡಿ

Posted: 27 Mar 2020 01:45 PM PDT

ಮಾರ್ಚ್ 25ರಿಂದ ನವರಾತ್ರಿ ಶುರುವಾಗಿದೆ. ಕೊರೊನಾ ವೈರಸ್ ಮಧ್ಯೆಯೇ ತಾಯಿ ಆರಾಧನೆಯನ್ನು ಭಕ್ತರು ಮಾಡ್ತಿದ್ದಾರೆ. ಕೆಲವರು ವೃತ ಮಾಡಿದ್ರೆ ಮತ್ತೆ ಕೆಲವರು ತಾಯಿ ಪೂಜೆ, ಆರಾಧನೆಯಲ್ಲಿ ನಿರತರಾಗಿದ್ದಾರೆ. ನವರಾತ್ರಿಯಲ್ಲಿ ತಾಯಿಯ ಮನಸ್ಸು ಗೆಲ್ಲಲು ಕೆಲವೊಂದು ಕೆಲಸಗಳನ್ನು ಅವಶ್ಯವಾಗಿ ಮಾಡಬೇಕು.

ನವರಾತ್ರಿ ವೃತ ಮಾಡುವವರು ಈ ದಿನಗಳಲ್ಲಿ ಕೆಲವು ನಿಯಮಗಳನ್ನು ಕಟ್ಟುನಿಟ್ಟಾಗಿ ಪಾಲನೆ ಮಾಡಬೇಕಾಗುತ್ತದೆ. ಕ್ಷೌರ ಮಾಡಬಾರದು. ಗಡ್ಡ ತೆಗೆಯಬಾರದು. ಹಾಗೆ ಉಗುರು ಕತ್ತರಿಸಬಾರದು. ಮಾಂಸ, ಮದ್ಯಪಾನ ಮಾಡಬಾರದು. ಇದಲ್ಲದೆ ನವರಾತ್ರಿಯ ಒಂಭತ್ತು ದಿನಗಳಲ್ಲಿ ಒಂದು ದಿನ ಈ ಎರಡರಲ್ಲಿ ಒಂದು ಕೆಲಸವನ್ನು ಅವಶ್ಯಕವಾಗಿ ಮಾಡಬೇಕು.

ನವರಾತ್ರಿಯಂದು ಕಮಲದ ಹೂವಿನ ಮೇಲೆ ಕುಳಿತ ಲಕ್ಷ್ಮಿ ದೇವಿಯ ಚಿತ್ರವನ್ನು ಪೂಜಿಸುವುದು ಬಹಳ ಶುಭ. ಹೀಗೆ ಮಾಡಿದ್ರೆ   ತಾಯಿ ಪ್ರಸನ್ನಳಾಗ್ತಾಳೆ. ಈ ನವರಾತ್ರಿ ತಾಯಿಯ ಅನುಗ್ರಹವನ್ನು ಪಡೆಯಲು ಕಮಲದ ಹೂವಿನ ಮೇಲೆ ಕುಳಿತ ಲಕ್ಷ್ಮಿ ದೇವಿಯ ಚಿತ್ರವನ್ನು ಪೂಜಿಸಿ.

ಕೆಂಪು ಬಣ್ಣವು ತಾಯಿಗೆ ತುಂಬಾ ಪ್ರಿಯವಾಗಿದೆ. ಇದನ್ನು ಸಂತೋಷ ಮತ್ತು ಸಮೃದ್ಧಿಯ ಸಂಕೇತವೆಂದು ಪರಿಗಣಿಸಲಾಗುತ್ತದೆ. ಹಾಗಾಗಿ ನವರಾತ್ರಿಯಲ್ಲಿ ಒಂದು ದಿನವಾದ್ರೂ ಕೆಂಪು ಹೂವನ್ನು ತಾಯಿಗೆ ಅರ್ಪಿಸಿ.

ನಿಮ್ಮ ಭವಿಷ್ಯ ತಿಳಿಯಲು ಸಂಪರ್ಕಿಸಿ:
ಪಂಡಿತ್ ಅನಂತ್ ಪ್ರಸಾದ್ ಶರ್ಮಾ
ಮೊಬೈಲ್:‌ 9845626805

ಶನಿವಾರದ ದಿನ ಭವಿಷ್ಯ ಹಾಗೂ ರಾಶಿ ಫಲ

Posted: 27 Mar 2020 12:52 PM PDT

ಮೇಷ ರಾಶಿ:

ನೀವು ನಿಮ್ಮ ಭಾವನೆಗಳನ್ನು ನಿಯಂತ್ರಿಸಬೇಕು ಮತ್ತು ನಿಮ್ಮ ಭಯವನ್ನು ಸಾಧ್ಯವಾದಷ್ಟೂ ಬೇಗ ತೊಡೆದುಹಾಕಬೇಕು ಏಕೆಂದರೆ ಇವು ತಕ್ಷಣವೇ ನಿಮ್ಮ ಆರೋಗ್ಯವನ್ನು ಬಾಧಿಸಬಹುದು ಮತ್ತು ಒಳ್ಳೆಯ ಆರೋಗ್ಯವನ್ನು ಅನುಭವಿಸುವ ನಿಮ್ಮ ಹಾದಿಯಲ್ಲಿ ಅಡ್ಡ ಬರಬಹುದು.

ದೀರ್ಘಕಾಲದ ದೃಷ್ಟಿಕೋನದಿಂದ ಹೂಡಿಕೆ ಮಾಡಬೇಕು. ಒಟ್ಟಾರೆ ಒಂದು ಲಾಭದಾಯಕ ದಿನವಾದರೂ ನೀವು ನಿರಾಸೆ ಭರವಸೆಯಿಡಬಹುದಾದ ಯಾರಾದರೂ ನಿಮ್ಮನ್ನು ನಿರಾಸೆಗೊಳಿಸುತ್ತಾರೆ.

ಅದೃಷ್ಟ ಸಂಖ್ಯೆ: 8

ಭವಿಷ್ಯ ಕುರಿತ ಹೆಚ್ಚಿನ ಮಾಹಿತಿಗಾಗಿ: ಪಂಡಿತ್ ಅನಂತ್ ಪ್ರಸಾದ್ ಶರ್ಮಾ 9845626805

ವೃಷಭ ರಾಶಿ:

ನೀವು ಪರಿಸ್ಥಿತಿಯ ನಿಯಂತ್ರಣ ಹೊಂದುತ್ತಿದ್ದಂತೆ ನಿಮ್ಮ ಆತಂಕ ಕಣ್ಮರೆಯಾಗುತ್ತದೆ. ಇದು ಧೈರ್ಯದ ಮೊದಲ ಸ್ಪರ್ಶದಲ್ಲಿ ಕುಸಿದುಹೋಗುವ ಸಾಬೂನಿನ ಗುಳ್ಳೆಯಷ್ಟೇ ಗಟ್ಟಿಯೆಂದು ನೀವು ಅರ್ಥ ಮಾಡಿಕೊಳ್ಳುತ್ತೀರಿ. ದೊಡ್ಡ ಗುಂಪಿನಲ್ಲಿ ನಿಮ್ಮನ್ನು ತೊಡಗಿಸಿಕೊಳ್ಳುವುದು ಅತ್ಯಂತ ಮನರಂಜನಾತ್ಮಕವಾಗಿರುತ್ತದೆ- ಆದರೆ ನಿಮ್ಮ ವೆಚ್ಚಗಳು ಹಚ್ಚಾಗುತ್ತವೆ.

ಒಟ್ಟಾರೆ ಒಂದು ಲಾಭದಾಯಕ ದಿನವಾದರೂ ನೀವು ನಿರಾಸೆ ಭರವಸೆಯಿಡಬಹುದಾದ ಯಾರಾದರೂ ನಿಮ್ಮನ್ನು ನಿರಾಸೆಗೊಳಿಸುತ್ತಾರೆ. ಪ್ರೀತಿ ಕೇವಲ ವಸಂತ; ಹೂಗಳು, ಗಾಳಿ, ಬಿಸಿಲು, ಚಿಟ್ಟೆಗಳು. ನೀವು ಇಂದು ಪ್ರಣಯದ ಕಚಗುಳಿಯನ್ನು ಅನುಭವಿಸುತ್ತೀರಿ.

ಅದೃಷ್ಟ ಸಂಖ್ಯೆ: 2

ಭವಿಷ್ಯ ಕುರಿತ ಹೆಚ್ಚಿನ ಮಾಹಿತಿಗಾಗಿ: ಪಂಡಿತ್ ಅನಂತ್ ಪ್ರಸಾದ್ ಶರ್ಮಾ 9845626805

ಮಿಥುನ ರಾಶಿ:

ನಿಮ್ಮ ಆರೋಗ್ಯದ ಬಗ್ಗೆ ಎಚ್ಚರ ವಹಿಸಿ. ಕಳೆದ ದಿನಗಳನ್ನು ಹೋಲಿಸಿದರೆ ಇಂದು ಆರ್ಥಿಕ ಉತ್ತಮವಾಗಲಿದೆ ಮತ್ತು ನೀವು ಹೆಚ್ಚಿನ ಹಣವನ್ನು ಪಡೆಯುತ್ತೀರಿ . ಯಾವುದಾದರೂ ಐತಿಹಾಸಿಕ ಸ್ಮಾರಕಕ್ಕೆ ಒಂದು ಸಣ್ಣ ಪ್ರಯಾಣವನ್ನು ಯೋಜಿಸಿ.

ಇದು ಮಕ್ಕಳು ಮತ್ತು ಕುಟುಂಬದವರಿಗೆ ಜೀವನದ ಸಾಮಾನ್ಯ ಸಮಸ್ಯೆಗಳಿಂದ ಒಂದು ಅಗತ್ಯವಾಗಿದ ಶಮನವನ್ನು ಒದಗಿಸುತ್ತದೆ. ಸಾಮಾಜಿಕ ಅಡೆತಡೆಗಳನ್ನು ದಾಟಲು ಸಾಧ್ಯವಾಗುವುದಿಲ್ಲ.

ಅದೃಷ್ಟ ಸಂಖ್ಯೆ: 9

ಭವಿಷ್ಯ ಕುರಿತ ಹೆಚ್ಚಿನ ಮಾಹಿತಿಗಾಗಿ: ಪಂಡಿತ್ ಅನಂತ್ ಪ್ರಸಾದ್ ಶರ್ಮಾ 9845626805

ಕಟಕ ರಾಶಿ:

ನಿಮಗೇನು ಒಳ್ಳೆಯದೆಂದು ನಿಮಗೆ ಮಾತ್ರ ಗೊತ್ತು – ಆದ್ದರಿಂದ ಧೃಢವಾಗಿರಿ ಮತ್ತು ಧೈರ್ಯಶಾಲಿಗಳಾಗಿರಿ ಮತ್ತು ತಕ್ಷಣದ ನಿರ್ಧಾರಗಳನ್ನು ತೆಗೆದುಕೊಳ್ಳಿ ಹಾಗೂ ಫಲಿತಾಂಶಗಳಿಗೆ ಸಿದ್ಧವಾಗಿರಿ. ರಿಯಲ್ ಎಸ್ಟೇಟ್ ನಲ್ಲಿ ಹೂಡಿಕೆ ಲಾಭದಾಯಕವಾಗಬಹುದು.

ನೀವು ಬಯಸುವಲ್ಲಾ ಗಮನವನ್ನೂ ನೀವು ಪಡೆಯುವ ಒಳ್ಳೆಯ ದಿನ – ನಿಮ್ಮ ಮನಸ್ಸಿನಲ್ಲಿ ಅನೇಕ ವಿಷಯಗಳಿರುತ್ತವೆ ಹಾಗೂ ನೀವು ಯಾವುದನ್ನು ಅನುಸರಿಸಬೇಕೆನ್ನುವ ಸಮಸ್ಯೆ ಹೊಂದಿರುತ್ತೀರಿ. ಪ್ರೇಮನಿವೇದನೆ ನಿಮ್ಮ ಹೊರೆಯನ್ನು ಇಳಿಸುವುದರಿಂದ ನಿಮಗೆ ಆನಂದವಾಗಬಹುದು.

ಅದೃಷ್ಟ ಸಂಖ್ಯೆ: 7

ಭವಿಷ್ಯ ಕುರಿತ ಹೆಚ್ಚಿನ ಮಾಹಿತಿಗಾಗಿ: ಪಂಡಿತ್ ಅನಂತ್ ಪ್ರಸಾದ್ ಶರ್ಮಾ 9845626805

ಸಿಂಹ ರಾಶಿ :

ವ್ಯಾಪಾರಿಗಳಿಗೆ ಇಂದು ವ್ಯಾಪಾರದಲ್ಲಿ ಹಾನಿ ಉಂಟಾಗಬಹುದು ಮತ್ತು ತಮ್ಮ ವ್ಯಾಪಾರವನ್ನು ಉತ್ತಮಗೊಳಿಸಲು ನೀವು ಹಣವನ್ನು ಖಾರುಚು ಮಾಡಬೇಕಾಗುತ್ತದೆ. ಸಂಬಂಧಿಕರು ಮತ್ತು ಸ್ನೇಹಿತರಿಂದ ಅನಿರೀಕ್ಷಿತ ಉಡುಗೊರೆಗಳು. ನಿಮ್ಮ ಶಾಶ್ವತವಾದ ಪ್ರೀತಿ ನಿಮ್ಮ ಪ್ರೀತಿಪಾತ್ರರಿಗೆ ಒಂದು ಸೆಲೆಯಾಗಿದೆ.

ನಿಮ್ಮ ಭಾರೀ ಆತ್ಮವಿಶ್ವಾಸದ ಲಾಭ ತೆಗೆದುಕೊಳ್ಳಿ ಮತ್ತು ಕೆಲವು ಹೊಸ ಗೆಳೆಯರು ಮತ್ತು ಸ್ನೇಹಿತರನ್ನು ಸಂಪಾದಿಸಿ. ನಿಮ್ಮ ಹೆತ್ತವರು ನಿಮ್ಮ ಸಂಗಾತಿಗೆ ಇಂದು ಒಂದು ಅದ್ಭುತವಾದ ಆಶೀರ್ವಾದ ನೀಡಬಹುದು ಹಾಗೂ ಅಂತಿಮವಾಗಿ ಇದು ನಿಮ್ಮ ವೈವಾಹಿಕ ಜೀವನವನ್ನು ವರ್ಧಿಸಬಹುದು.

ಅದೃಷ್ಟ ಸಂಖ್ಯೆ: 8

ಭವಿಷ್ಯ ಕುರಿತ ಹೆಚ್ಚಿನ ಮಾಹಿತಿಗಾಗಿ: ಪಂಡಿತ್ ಅನಂತ್ ಪ್ರಸಾದ್ ಶರ್ಮಾ 9845626805

ಕನ್ಯಾ ರಾಶಿ:

ಇಂದು, ನಿಮ್ಮ ಆರೋಗ್ಯವು ಆರೋಗ್ಯಕರವಾಗಿರುತ್ತದೆ ಎಂದು ನಿರೀಕ್ಷಿಸಲಾಗಿದೆ. ಆಲ್ಕೋಹಾಲ್ ಸಿಗರೇಟ್ ಮುಂತಾದವುಗಳಿಗೆ ಹಣವನ್ನು ಖರ್ಚು ಮಾಡಬಾರದು, ಎಂದು ನಿಮಗೆ ನನ್ನ ಸಲಹೆ ನೀಡಲಾಗಿದೆ, ಅದನ್ನು ಮಾಡುವುದು ನಿಮ್ಮ ಆರೋಗ್ಯವನ್ನು ಹದಗೆಡಿಸುತ್ತದೆ ಮತ್ತು ನಿಮ್ಮ ಆರ್ಥಿಕ ಪರಿಸ್ಥಿತಿಯನ್ನು ಸಹ ಹದಗೆಡಿಸುತ್ತದೆ.

ಮಕ್ಕಳ ಮೇಲೆ ನಿಮ್ಮ ಅಭಿಪ್ರಾಯ ಹೇರುವುದು ಅವರಿಗೆ ಕೋಪ ತರಿಸಬಹುದು. ಅವರು ಅದನ್ನು ಸ್ವೀಕರಿಸಬೇಕೆಂದಲ್ಲಿ ಅವರಿಗೆ ಅದನ್ನು ಅರ್ಥ ಮಾಡಿಸುವುದು ಒಳ್ಳೆಯದು. ಇಂದು ನಿಮ್ಮ ಪ್ರೀತಿಪಾತ್ರರು ತನ್ನ ಮನಸ್ಥಿತಿಯನ್ನು ನಿಮ್ಮ ಮುಂದೆ ಇಡಲು ಸಾಧ್ಯವಾಗುವುದಿಲ್ಲ ಇದರಿಂದಾಗಿ ನೀವು ಅಸಮಾಧಾನಗೊಳ್ಳಬಹುದು.

ಅದೃಷ್ಟ ಸಂಖ್ಯೆ: 1

ಭವಿಷ್ಯ ಕುರಿತ ಹೆಚ್ಚಿನ ಮಾಹಿತಿಗಾಗಿ: ಪಂಡಿತ್ ಅನಂತ್ ಪ್ರಸಾದ್ ಶರ್ಮಾ 9845626805

ತುಲಾ ರಾಶಿ:

ಇಂದು ನಿಮ್ಮ ವ್ಯಕ್ತಿತ್ವ ಒಂದು ಸುಗಂಧದಂತೆ ಕೆಲಸ ಮಾಡುತ್ತದೆ. ನಿಮ್ಮ ಮನೆಗೆ ಸಂಬಂಧಿಸಿದ ಹೂಡಿಕೆ ಲಾಭದಾಯಕವಾಗಿರುತ್ತದೆ. ಮನೆಯ ಸದಸ್ಯರೊಬ್ಬರ ವರ್ತನೆಯಿಂದ ನೀವು ತೊಂದರೆಗೊಳಗಾಗಬಹುದು.

ನೀವು ಅವರೊಂದಿಗೆ ಮಾತನಾಡುವ ಅಗತ್ಯವಿದೆ. ನಿಮ್ಮ ಪ್ರೀತಿಪಾತ್ರರು ಸ್ವಲ್ಪ ಕಿರಿಕಿರಿಗೊಂಡಂತೆ ತೋರುತ್ತದೆ – ಇದು ನಿಮ್ಮ ಮನಸ್ಸಿನ ಮೇಲೆ ಒತ್ತಡವನ್ನು ಹಚ್ಚಿಸುತ್ತದೆ. ನೀವು ದಿನವನ್ನು ಅತ್ಯುತ್ತಮವಾಗಿಸಲು ನಿಮ್ಮ ಗುಪ್ತ ಗುಣಗಳನ್ನು ಬಳಸುತ್ತೀರಿ.

ಅದೃಷ್ಟ ಸಂಖ್ಯೆ: 6

ಭವಿಷ್ಯ ಕುರಿತ ಹೆಚ್ಚಿನ ಮಾಹಿತಿಗಾಗಿ: ಪಂಡಿತ್ ಅನಂತ್ ಪ್ರಸಾದ್ ಶರ್ಮಾ 9845626805

ವೃಶ್ಚಿಕ ರಾಶಿ:

ನೀವು ಇತರರೊಡನೆ ನಿಮ್ಮ ಖುಷಿಯ ಕ್ಷಣಗಳನ್ನು ಹಂಚಿಕೊಳ್ಳುತ್ತಿದ್ದಂತೆ ನಿಮ್ಮ ಆರೋಗ್ಯ ಅರಳುತ್ತದೆ. ಆದರೆ ಇದನ್ನು ನಿರ್ಲಕ್ಷಿಸುವುದು ನಿಮಗೆ ತೊಂದರೆ ತರುತ್ತದೆ. ನೀವು ನಿಮ್ಮ ಇಂದಿನ ದಿನವನ್ನು ಉತ್ತಮಗೊಳಿಸಲು ಕಳೆದ ದಿನಗಳಲ್ಲಿ ಹಣವನ್ನು ಹೂಡಿಕೆ ಮಾಡಿದ್ದರೆ, ಅದರ ಪ್ರಯೋಜನವನ್ನು ಇಂದು ನೀವು ಪಡೆಯಬಹುದು.

ನೀವು ಬಯಸುವ ಲ್ಲಾ ಗಮನವನ್ನೂ ನೀವು ಪಡೆಯುವ ಒಳ್ಳೆಯ ದಿನ – ನಿಮ್ಮ ಮನಸ್ಸಿನಲ್ಲಿ ಅನೇಕ ವಿಷಯಗಳಿರುತ್ತವೆ ಹಾಗೂ ನೀವು ಯಾವುದನ್ನು ಅನುಸರಿಸಬೇಕೆನ್ನುವ ಸಮಸ್ಯೆ ಹೊಂದಿರುತ್ತೀರಿ.

ಅದೃಷ್ಟ ಸಂಖ್ಯೆ: 8

ಭವಿಷ್ಯ ಕುರಿತ ಹೆಚ್ಚಿನ ಮಾಹಿತಿಗಾಗಿ: ಪಂಡಿತ್ ಅನಂತ್ ಪ್ರಸಾದ್ ಶರ್ಮಾ 9845626805

ಧನುಸ್ಸು ರಾಶಿ:

ಖಂಡಿತವಾಗಿಯೂ ಆರೋಗ್ಯದ ಆರೈಕೆಯ ಅಗತ್ಯವಿದೆ. ಎಲ್ಲಾ ಬದ್ಧತೆಗಳು ಮತ್ತು ಆರ್ಥಿಕ ವ್ಯವಹಾರಗಳನ್ನು ಎಚ್ಚರಿಕೆಯಿಂದ ನಿರ್ವಹಿಸಬೇಕು. ಅಧ್ಯಯನಗಳನ್ನು ತಪ್ಪಿಸಿ ಹೊರಾಂಗಣ ಚಟುವಟಿಕೆಗಳಲ್ಲಿ ತೊಡಗಿಕೊಳ್ಳುವಿಕೆ ನಿಮ್ಮ ಪೋಷಕರಿಗೆ ಕೋಪ ಬರಿಸಬಹುದು.

ವೃತ್ತಿ ಯೋಜನೆ ಆಟಗಳಷ್ಟೇ ಮುಖ್ಯ. ನಿಮ್ಮ ಪೋಷಕರನ್ನು ಸಂತೋಷಗೊಳಿಸು ಎರಡನ್ನೂ ಸಂಭಾಳಿಸಬೇಕು. ಅನಿರೀಕ್ಷಿತ ಪ್ರಣಯ ಭಾವ. ಬಾಕಿಯಿರುವ ಸಮಸ್ಯೆಗಳನ್ನು ಶೀಘ್ರದಲ್ಲೇ ಪರಿಹರಿಸಬೇಕು ಮತ್ತು ನೀವು ಎಲ್ಲಾದರೂ ಆರಂಭಿಸಬೇಕೆಂದು ನಿಮಗೆ ತಿಳಿದಿದೆ – ಆದ್ದರಿಂದ ಸಕಾರಾತ್ಮಕವಾಗಿ ಅಲೋಚಿಸಿ ಮತ್ತು ಇಂದೇ ಪ್ರಯತ್ನಗಳನ್ನು ಆರಂಭಿಸಿ.

ಅದೃಷ್ಟ ಸಂಖ್ಯೆ: 9

ಭವಿಷ್ಯ ಕುರಿತ ಹೆಚ್ಚಿನ ಮಾಹಿತಿಗಾಗಿ: ಪಂಡಿತ್ ಅನಂತ್ ಪ್ರಸಾದ್ ಶರ್ಮಾ 9845626805

ಮಕರ ರಾಶಿ:

ನಿಮ್ಮ ಮಗುವಿನ ಸಾಧನೆ ನಿಮಗೆ ಅಪಾರ ಸಂತೋಷ ನೀಡಬಹುದು. ಇಂದು ನಿಮಗೆ ಹಣದ ಲಾಭವಾಗುವ ಪೂರ್ತಿ ಸಾಧ್ಯತೆ ಇದೆ, ಆದರೆ ಇದರೊಂದಿಗೆ ನೀವು ದಾನವನ್ನು ಸಹ ಮಾಡಬೇಕು ಏಕೆಂದರೆ ಇದರಿಂದ ನಿಮಗೆ ಮಾನಸಿಕ ಶಾಂತಿ ಸಿಗುತ್ತದೆ.

ಕುಟುಂಬದ ಸದಸ್ಯರು ನಿಮ್ಮ ಜೀವನದಲ್ಲಿ ಒಂದು ವಿಶೇಷ ಸ್ಥಾನವನ್ನು ಹೊಂದಿರುತ್ತಾರೆ. ನಿಮ್ಮ ಪ್ರೀತಿಪಾತ್ರರ ಸಂಗವಿಲ್ಲದೇ ನೀವು ಖಾಲಿತನವನ್ನು ಅನುಭವಿಸುತ್ತೀರಿ ಜೀವನದಲ್ಲಿ ನಡೆಯುತ್ತಿರುವ ಅಡಚಣೆಗಳ ನಡುವೆ ಇಂದು ನಿಮಗೆ ನಿಮಗಾಗಿ ಸಮಯ ಸಿಗುತ್ತದೆ ಮತ್ತು ನಿಮ್ಮ ನೆಚ್ಚಿನ ಕೆಲಸಗಳನ್ನು ಮಾಡಲು ನಿಮಗೆ ಸಾಧ್ಯವಾಗುತ್ತದೆ.

ಅದೃಷ್ಟ ಸಂಖ್ಯೆ: 3

ಭವಿಷ್ಯ ಕುರಿತ ಹೆಚ್ಚಿನ ಮಾಹಿತಿಗಾಗಿ: ಪಂಡಿತ್ ಅನಂತ್ ಪ್ರಸಾದ್ ಶರ್ಮಾ 9845626805

ಕುಂಭ ರಾಶಿ:

ಒತ್ತಡದ ಕೆಲಸದ ವೇಳಾಪಟ್ಟಿ ನಿಮ್ಮ ಸಹನೆಯನ್ನು ಕೆಣಕಬಹುದು. ವಿವಾಹಿತರು ಇಂದು ತಮ್ಮ ಮಕ್ಕಳ ಅಧ್ಯಯನದ ಮೇಲೆ ಹೆಚ್ಚು ಹಣವನ್ನು ಖರ್ಚು ಮಾಡಬೇಕಾಗುತ್ತದೆ. ನಿಮ್ಮ ಹಾಸ್ಯದ ಪ್ರಕೃತಿ ನಿಮ್ಮ ಸುತ್ತಮುತ್ತಲಿನ ಪರಿಸರವನ್ನು ಬೆಳಗಿಸುತ್ತದೆ.

ನಿಮ್ಮ ಪ್ರೇಮ ಜೀವನ ಶರದೃತುವಿನಲ್ಲಿನ ಮರದ ಎಲೆಯಂತಿರುತ್ತದೆ. ಇಂದು ನೀವು ಮನೆಯ ಕಿರಿಯ ಸದಸ್ಯರೊಂದಿಗೆ ಗಾಸಿಪ್ ಮಾಡುವ ಮೂಲಕ ನಿಮ್ಮ ಉಚಿತ ಸಮಯವನ್ನು ಚೆನ್ನಾಗಿ ಬಳಸಿಕೊಳ್ಳಬಹುದು.

ಅದೃಷ್ಟ ಸಂಖ್ಯೆ: 6

ಭವಿಷ್ಯ ಕುರಿತ ಹೆಚ್ಚಿನ ಮಾಹಿತಿಗಾಗಿ: ಪಂಡಿತ್ ಅನಂತ್ ಪ್ರಸಾದ್ ಶರ್ಮಾ 9845626805

ಮೀನ ರಾಶಿ:

ಇಂದು ನೀವು ಚೈತನ್ಯಯುಕ್ತವಾಗಿರುತ್ತೀರಿ – ನೀವೇನೇ ಮಾಡಿದರೂ ಸಾಮಾನ್ಯವಾಗಿ ನೀವು ತೆಗೆದುಕೊಳ್ಳುವ ಅರ್ಧ ಸಮಯದಲ್ಲಿ ಅದನ್ನು ಮಾಡಲು ನಿಮಗೆ ಸಾಧ್ಯವಾಗುತ್ತದೆ. ನಿಮ್ಮ ತಂದೆಯ ಯಾವುದೇ ಸಲಹೆ ಇಂದು ಕೆಲಸದ ಸ್ಥಳದಲ್ಲಿ ಇಂದು ನಿಮಗೆ ಹಣದ ಪ್ರಯೋಜನವನ್ನು ನೀಡುತ್ತದೆ.

ಸಾಮಾಜಿಕ ಸಮಾರಂಭಗಳು ಪ್ರಭಾವಿ ಮತ್ತು ಪ್ರಮುಖ ಜನರೊಡನೆ ನಿಮ್ಮ ಬಾಂಧವ್ಯವನ್ನು ಸುಧಾರಿಸಲು ಒಂದು ಪರಿಪೂರ್ಣ ಅವಕಾಶವಾಗಿರುತ್ತದೆ. ಇಂದು ನಿಮ್ಮ ಪ್ರೀತಿಯ ಜೀವನದಲ್ಲಿ ಅದ್ಭುತ ದಿನವಾಗಿದೆ. ಇವತ್ತು ನಿಮಗೆ ಹೇಗೆನಿಸುತ್ತಿದೆಯೆಂದು ಇತರರಿಗೆ ತಿಳಿಸುವ ಉತ್ಸಾಹವನ್ನು ನಿಯಂತ್ರಿಸಿ.

ಅದೃಷ್ಟ ಸಂಖ್ಯೆ: 8

ಭವಿಷ್ಯ ಕುರಿತ ಹೆಚ್ಚಿನ ಮಾಹಿತಿಗಾಗಿ: ಪಂಡಿತ್ ಅನಂತ್ ಪ್ರಸಾದ್ ಶರ್ಮಾ 9845626805

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Posted: 27 Mar 2020 07:09 AM PDT

The Truth About Antioxidants |

ದೇಶದಲ್ಲಿ ಲಾಕ್ ಡೌನ್ ಘೋಷಣೆಯಾಗಿದೆ. ಲಾಕ್ ಡೌನ್ ಹೇಳ್ತಿದ್ದಂತೆ ಜನರು ಮುಗಿಬಿದ್ದು ತರಕಾರಿ, ದಿನಸಿ ಖರೀದಿ ಮಾಡಲು ಶುರು ಮಾಡಿದ್ದರು. ಈಗ್ಲೂ ಜನರಿಗೆ ಬುದ್ದಿ ಬಂದಂತೆ ಕಾಣ್ತಿಲ್ಲ. ಗುಂಪು ಗುಂಪಾಗಿ ತರಕಾರಿ, ದಿನಸಿಗಳನ್ನು ತೆಗೆದುಕೊಂಡು ಬರ್ತಿದ್ದಾರೆ. ಈ ಸಮಯದಲ್ಲಿ ತರಕಾರಿ, ದಿನಸಿ ಎಷ್ಟು ಸೇಫ್ ಎಂಬ ಪ್ರಶ್ನೆ ಕೂಡ ಉದ್ಭವವಾಗಿದೆ.

ಕೊರೊನಾ ವೈರಸ್ ಮನುಷ್ಯನ ಸೀನು, ಕೆಮ್ಮು ಹಾಗೂ ಸ್ಪರ್ಶದಿಂದ ಆಗುತ್ತದೆ ಎಂಬುದು ಗೊತ್ತು. ಆದ್ರೆ ತರಕಾರಿ ಹಾಗೂ ದಿನಸಿಯಿಂದಲೂ ವೈರಸ್ ಹರಡುತ್ತಾ ಎಂಬುದರ ಬಗ್ಗೆ ಸಂಶೋಧನೆ ನಡೆದಿಲ್ಲ. ಬಹುತೇಕರು ಇಲ್ಲ ಎಂಬ ಉತ್ತರ ನೀಡಿದ್ದಾರೆ. ತರಕಾರಿ ಹಾಗೂ ದಿನಸಿ ಖರೀದಿ ವೇಳೆ ಸಾಮಾಜಿಕ ಅಂತರ ಕಾಯ್ದುಕೊಳ್ಳದೆ ಹೋದಲ್ಲಿ ಸೋಂಕು ಹರಡುವ ಅಪಾಯವಿದೆ. ಆದ್ರೆ ತರಕಾರಿ ಹಾಗೂ ದಿನಸಿಯಲ್ಲಿ ವೈರಸ್ ಇರುವುದಿಲ್ಲ ಎನ್ನಲಾಗಿದೆ.

ಒಂದು ವೇಳೆ ಸೋಂಕಿತ ವ್ಯಕ್ತಿ ತರಕಾರಿ, ದಿನಸಿ ಸ್ಪರ್ಶಿಸಿದ್ದು, ನೀವು ಅದನ್ನು ಸ್ಪರ್ಶಿಸಿದ್ರೆ ನಿಮಗೆ ಸೋಂಕು ತಗಲುತ್ತದೆ. ಇದೇ ಕಾರಣಕ್ಕೆ ಮಾರುಕಟ್ಟೆಗೆ ಹೋಗಿ ಬರುವವರೆಗೂ ಕೈಗಳಿಂದ ಮುಖ ಮುಟ್ಟಿಕೊಳ್ಳಬಾರದು. ಕೈಯನ್ನು ಸ್ಯಾನಿಟೈಜರ್ ನಿಂದ ತೊಳೆದುಕೊಳ್ಳಬೇಕು.

ಅಡುಗೆ ಮಾಡುವಾಗ ಕೂಡ ಆಗಾಗ ಕೈ ತೊಳೆಯುತ್ತಿರಬೇಕು. ಸೋಂಕಿನ ಲಕ್ಷಣಗಳು ಕಂಡು ಬಂದಲ್ಲಿ ಅಡುಗೆ ಮಾಡಬಾರದು. ಅಡುಗೆ ಮನೆಯನ್ನು ಸ್ವಚ್ಛವಾಗಿಟ್ಟುಕೊಳ್ಳಬೇಕು. ಪ್ರತಿ ತರಕಾರಿಗಳನ್ನು ಚೆನ್ನಾಗಿ ಬೇಯಿಸಿ ತಿನ್ನಬೇಕು. ಮಾಂಸವನ್ನು ಹಸಿಯಾಗಿ ಸೇವಿಸಬಾರದು. ಹಾಗೆ ಅವಶ್ಯಕತೆಗಿಂತ ಹೆಚ್ಚು ದಿನಸಿಯನ್ನು ತಂದು ಹಾಳು ಮಾಡುವ ಬದಲು ಬೇಕಾದಷ್ಟನ್ನು ಮಾತ್ರ ತರಬೇಕು.

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Posted: 27 Mar 2020 07:08 AM PDT

ಕರೋನಾ ವೈರಸ್ ಭಯದಿಂದ ಎಲ್ಲರೂ ಮನೆ ಸೇರಿದ್ದಾರೆ. ಅಲ್ಲದೆ ದೇಶವೇ ಲಾಕ್ ಡೌನ್ ಆಗಿದೆ. ಈ ಸಂದರ್ಭದಲ್ಲಿ ಮನೆಯಲ್ಲಿ ಹೇಗಿರಬೇಕು? ಯಾವ ರೀತಿ ನಡೆದುಕೊಳ್ಳಬೇಕು? ಎಂಬ ಬಗ್ಗೆ ತನ್ನ ಮಕ್ಕಳಿಗೆ ತಾಯಿಯೊಬ್ಬರು ಕಠಿಣ ನೀತಿಗಳನ್ನು ರೂಪಿಸಿ ಪಾಂಪ್ಲೆಟ್ ಮಾಡಿದ್ದಾರೆ. ಅದೀಗ ಸಾಮಾಜಿಕ ಜಾಲತಾಣದಲ್ಲಿ ಭರ್ಜರಿ ವೈರಲ್ ಆಗಿದೆ.

ಯಾರೂ ಸಹ ನನ್ನನ್ನು ಕೇಳದೆ ಉಗ್ರಾಣಕ್ಕೆ ಪ್ರವೇಶಿಸಬಾರದು. ಅಲ್ಲಿ ನನ್ನ ಅನುಮತಿ ಇಲ್ಲದೆ ಸ್ನ್ಯಾಕ್ಸ್ ಸೇರಿದಂತೆ ಯಾವುದೇ ಪದಾರ್ಥವನ್ನು ಮುಟ್ಟಕೂಡದು. ಹಳೆ ಧಾನ್ಯಗಳ ಪೊಟ್ಟಣಗಳು ಖಾಲಿಯಾಗದೆ ಹೊಸ ಧಾನ್ಯಗಳ ಪೊಟ್ಟಣಗಳನ್ನು ಯಾವುದೇ ಕಾರಣಕ್ಕೂ ತೆರೆಯಬಾರದು.

ಹಣ್ಣು, ತರಕಾರಿಗಳನ್ನು ನೀವು ಕಡ್ಡಾಯವಾಗಿ ತಿನ್ನಲೇಬೇಕು. ಒಂದು ವೇಳೆ ನೀವು ಕ್ಯಾಡ್ಬರಿ ಎಗ್ಸ್ ಗಳನ್ನು ತಿಂದರೆ ಕರೋನಾ ಬಂದು ನೀವು ಸಾಯುತ್ತೀರಿ ಎಂಬ ಎಚ್ಚರಿಕೆಯನ್ನು ಕೊಟ್ಟಿದ್ದಾರೆ.

ಇದೀಗ ನೆಟ್ಟಿಗರ ಮನ ತಟ್ಟಿದ್ದಲ್ಲದೆ, ಭರಪೂರ ಕಮೆಂಟ್ ಗಳು ಲಭ್ಯವಾಗಿವೆ. ತಾಯಂದಿರು ಇಂತಹ ನಿಯಮಗಳನ್ನು ಮನೆಯಲ್ಲಿ ಜಾರಿಗೆ ತಂದರೆ ಮಕ್ಕಳಿಗೆ ಜಂಕ್ ಫುಡ್ ತಿನ್ನುವುದು ತಪ್ಪುತ್ತದೆ ಎಂದು ಒಬ್ಬರು ಕಾಮೆಂಟ್ ಮಾಡಿದ್ದಾರೆ. ಇನ್ನು ಹಲವರು ಹಾಡಿ ಹೊಗಳಿದ್ದಾರೆ.

ಕೊರೋನಾ ಸಂಕಷ್ಟಕ್ಕೆ ಮಿಡಿಯಲು ಮುಂದಾದ ಬಾಲಿವುಡ್ ದಿಗ್ಗಜರು

Posted: 27 Mar 2020 07:06 AM PDT

ಕೊರೋನಾ ವೈರಸ್‌ನಿಂದಾಗಿ ದೇಶಕ್ಕೆ ದೇಶವೇ ಆತಂಕದ ದಿನಗಳನ್ನು ದೂಡುತ್ತಿದೆ. ಇದೇ ವೇಳೆ ಎಲ್ಲಾ ಖಾಸಗಿ ಹಾಗೂ ಸರ್ಕಾರೀ ಉದ್ಯೋಗಿಗಳಿಗೂ ಸಹ ಮನೆಯಿಂದಲೇ ಕೆಲಸ ಮಾಡಲು ಅಥವಾ ಪಾವತಿಸ್ಪಟ್ಟ ರಜೆ ಮೇಲೆ ಕಳುಹಿಸಲಾಗಿದೆ.

ಇದೇ ವೇಳೆ ದಿನಗೂಲಿ ನೌಕರರಿಗೆ ಈ ಲಾಕ್‌ಡೌನ್‌ನಿಂದ ಬಹಳ ತೊಂದರೆಯಾಗುತ್ತಿದೆ. ಇದಕ್ಕೆಂದು ವಿಶೇಷವಾಗಿ ಕೇಂದ್ರ ಸರ್ಕಾರ 1.7 ಲಕ್ಷ ಕೋಟಿ ರೂಪಾಯಿಗಳ ಪ್ಯಾಕೇಜ್‌ ಘೋಷಣೆಯನ್ನೂ ಮಾಡಿದೆ.

ಇದೇ ಸಂದರ್ಭದಲ್ಲಿ ಸರ್ಕಾರದೊಂದಿಗೆ ಕ್ರೀಡೆ ಹಾಗೂ ಬಾಲಿವುಡ್‌ ಕ್ಷೇತ್ರದ ಅನೇಕ ಗಣ್ಯರು ಸಹ ತಂತಮ್ಮ ಕೊಡುಗೆಗಳನ್ನು ಕೊಡಲು ಮುಂದಾಗಿದ್ದಾರೆ.

ಬಿಸಿಸಿಐ ಅಧ್ಯಕ್ಷ ಸೌರವ್ ಗಂಗೂಲಿ 50 ಲಕ್ಷ ರೂ.ಗಳಷ್ಟು ಮೌಲ್ಯದ ಅಕ್ಕಿಯನ್ನು ಕೊಡಲು ಮುಂದೆ ಬಂದಿದ್ದಾರೆ. ಇದಕ್ಕೆಂದು ಅವರು ಸರ್ಕಾರಿ ಶಾಲೆಗಳಲ್ಲಿ ಆಶ್ರಯ ಪಡೆಯುತ್ತಿರುವ ಮಂದಿಗೆ ಅಕ್ಕಿ ವಿತರಣೆ ಮಾಡಲು ಸ್ಥಳೀಯ ಅಕ್ಕಿ ಬ್ರಾಂಡ್‌ನೊಂದಿಗೆ ಕೈಜೋಡಿಸಿದ್ದಾರೆ.

ಇದೇ ವೇಳೆ ಶಟ್ಲರ್‌ ಪಿ.ವಿ. ಸಿಂಧು 5 ಲಕ್ಷ ರೂ.ಗಳನ್ನು ಮುಖ್ಯಮಂತ್ರಿಗಳ ಪರಿಹಾರ ನಿಧಿಗೆ ದೇಣಿಗೆ ನೀಡಿದ್ದಾರೆ. ಕಾಮೆಡಿಯನ್ ಕಪಿಲ್ ಶರ್ಮಾ 50 ಲಕ್ಷ ರೂ.ಗಳನ್ನು ಪ್ರಧಾನ ಮಂತ್ರಿಗಳ ಪರಿಹಾರ ನಿಧಿಗೆ ದೇಣಿಗೆ ನೀಡಿದ್ದಾರೆ.

ದಕ್ಷಿಣ ಭಾರತದ ಸಿನೆಮಾ ರಂಗದ ದಿನಗೂಲಿ ನೌಕರರಿಗೆಂದು ಸೂಪರ್‌ಸ್ಟಾರ್‌ ರಜನಿಕಾಂತ್‌ 50 ಲಕ್ಷ ರೂ.ಗಳನ್ನು ದೇಣಿಗೆ ನೀಡಿದ್ದಾರೆ.

ಪತಿ ಹುಟ್ಟುಹಬ್ಬದ ಆಚರಣೆಗೆ ಪತ್ನಿ ಮಾಡಿದ್ಲು ಇಂತಹ ಪ್ಲಾನ್

Posted: 27 Mar 2020 07:04 AM PDT

ಕೊರೋನಾ ಕಾರಣ ಕ್ವಾರಂಟೈನ್‌ನಲ್ಲಿರುವ ಲಾಸ್‌ ಏಂಜಲೀಸ್‌ನ ಮಹಿಳೆಯೊಬ್ಬರು ತಮ್ಮ ಪತಿಯ 30ನೇ ವರ್ಷದ ಹುಟ್ಟುಹಬ್ಬವನ್ನು ಬಹಳ ಕ್ರಿಯೇಟಿವ್‌ ಆಗಿ ಆಚರಣೆ ಮಾಡಿಕೊಂಡಿದ್ದಾರೆ.

ಮನೆಯಲ್ಲೇ ಲಾಕ್ ಔಟ್ ಆಗಿದ್ದರೂ ಸಹ ಹನ್ನಾ ಚಗ್ ಎಂಬ ಈ ಮಹಿಳೆ ತನ್ನ ನೆರೆಹೊರೆಯವರಲ್ಲಿ ವಿನಂತಿಯೊಂದನ್ನು ಮಾಡಿ, ವಿಶೇಷ ನೋಟ್‌ಗಳನ್ನು ಬರೆದು, ಅವರೆಲ್ಲರ ಮನೆಗಳ ಬಾಗಿಲುಗಳ ಕೆಳಗಿನಿಂದ ಹಾಗೇ ಒಳಬಿಟ್ಟಿದ್ದಾರೆ.

ನಿಗದಿತ ಸಮಯದಲ್ಲಿ ಆ ಅಪಾರ್ಟ್‌‌ಮೆಂಟ್‌ನಲ್ಲಿದ್ದ ಮನೆಗಳ ಕಿಟಕಿಗಳು ಹಾಗೂ ಬಾಲ್ಕನಿಗಳ ಬಳಿ ನಿಂತ ಜನ, ಚಪ್ಪಾಳೆ ತಟ್ಟುವ ಮೂಲಕ ಆತನಿಗೆ ವಿಶ್ ಮಾಡುವ ಮೂಲಕ, ಸಕಾರಾತ್ಮಕ ಪರಿಸ್ಥಿತಿಗಳಲ್ಲಿಯೂ ಸಹ ಖುಷಿಯಾಗಿರಲು ಕಾರಣವೊಂದನ್ನು ಕೊಟ್ಟಿದ್ದಾರೆ.

ಶಾಕಿಂಗ್: ಕರ್ತವ್ಯ‌ ನಿರತ ಪೊಲೀಸರ ಮೇಲೆಯೇ ಉಗುಳಿದ ಯುವತಿ

Posted: 27 Mar 2020 07:03 AM PDT

ದೇಶಾದ್ಯಂತ ಕೊರೋನಾ ಮಹಾಮಾರಿಯಿಂದ ಜೀವಗಳನ್ನು ರಕ್ಷಿಸಲು ಪೊಲೀಸರು ಹಾಗೂ ಕಾನೂನು ಪಾಲನಾ ಸಂಸ್ಥೆಗಳು ದೊಡ್ಡ ಮಟ್ಟದಲ್ಲಿ ಪರಿಶ್ರಮ ಹಾಕುತ್ತಿವೆ. ಇಂಥ ಕಾಲಘಟ್ಟದಲ್ಲಿ ಅವರಿಗೆ ಗೌರವಿಸುವುದು ನಾಗರಿಕರ ಕರ್ತವ್ಯ.

ಕೋಲ್ಕತ್ತಾದಲ್ಲಿ ನಡೆದ ಘಟನೆಯೊಂದರಲ್ಲಿ, ಕರ್ತವ್ಯದ ಭಾಗವಾಗಿ ಪರಿಶೀಲಿಸಲೆಂದು ಕಾರೊಂದನ್ನು ಅಡ್ಡಗಟ್ಟಿದ ಪೊಲೀಸರು, ಚಾಲಕನನ್ನು ವಿಚಾರಣೆ ಮಾಡುತ್ತಿದ್ದ ವೇಳೆ ಹಿಂಬದಿ ಸೀಟಿನಲ್ಲಿ ಕುಳಿತಿದ್ದ ಯುವತಿಯೊಬ್ಬರು ಅನಾವಶ್ಯಕವಾಗಿ ಪೊಲೀಸರೊಂದಿಗೆ ವಾಗ್ವಾದಕ್ಕೆ ಇಳಿದಿದ್ದಾರೆ.

ಮಾತಿನ ಚಕಮಕಿಯ ಬಿಸಿಯಲ್ಲಿ ಪೊಲೀಸ್ ಅಧಿಕಾರಿಯೊಬ್ಬದ ಅಂಗಿ ಮೇಲೆ ಉಗುಳು ಸುರಿಸಿದ ಈಕೆ, ಈಗ ನಿಮಗೂ ಕೊರೋನಾ ಹರಡಲಿದೆ ಎಂದಿದ್ದಾರೆ.

ಯುವತಿಯ ಈ ವರ್ತನೆಯು ವಿಡಿಯೋದಲ್ಲಿ ರೆಕಾರ್ಡ್ ಆಗಿ ಸಾಮಾಜಿಕ ಜಾಲತಾಣದಲ್ಲಿ ವೈರಲ್ ಆಗಿದೆ. ಈಕೆ ಮೇಲೆ ಕಠಿಣ ಕ್ರಮ ತೆಗೆದುಕೊಳ್ಳಬೇಕೆಂದು ನೆಟ್ಟಿಗರೆಲ್ಲಾ ಆಗ್ರಹಿಸುತ್ತಿದ್ದಾರೆ.

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Posted: 27 Mar 2020 07:02 AM PDT

ನಾವೆಲ್ ಕೊರೋನಾ ವೈರಸ್‌ ಸದ್ದು ಮಾಡುತ್ತಿರುವ ಬೆನ್ನಲ್ಲೇ, ಎರಡು ವರ್ಷಗಳ ಹಿಂದಿನ ಕೊರಿಯನ್ ಡ್ರಾಮಾ ಸರಣಿಯೊಂದು ಅಂತರ್ಜಾಲದಲ್ಲಿ ಸದ್ದು ಮಾಡುತ್ತಿದ್ದು, ನೆಟ್ಟಿಗರನ್ನು ಚಕಿತಗೊಳಿಸಿದೆ.

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ಇದಾದ ಬಳಿಕ ಆಸ್ಪತ್ರೆಯ ಸೀನ್ ಒಂದರಲ್ಲಿ, ವೈದ್ಯರು ಕೊರೋನಾ ವೈರಾಣುಗಳ ಹೇಗೆ ಶ್ವಾಸಕೋಶಗಳ ಮೇಲೆ ದಾಳಿ ಮಾಡುತ್ತವೆ ಎಂದು ಮಹಿಳೆಯೊಬ್ಬರಿಗೆ ವಿವರಿಸುವುದನ್ನು ಕಾಣಬಹುದಾಗಿದೆ.

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How to of the Day

Posted: 27 Mar 2020 07:09 PM PDT

How to of the Day


How to Restore Cast Iron Pans

Posted: 27 Mar 2020 05:00 PM PDT

Cast iron pans are known for their longevity. They can last for generations, and vintage pans work just as well as as brand-new ones. But if you're buying an old cast iron pan, there's a good chance you'll need to restore it by removing two types of buildup. First, you'll need to strip away the old layers of seasoning. Then, you'll need to remove any rust that's built up on the metal. Depending on the state of your pan, you could soak it first in lye, then vinegar. You could also try electrolysis, which eliminates old seasoning and rust in one step.

[Edit]Steps

[Edit]Using Lye to Strip Seasoning

  1. Coat your pans with Easy-Off and seal them in bags for 24 hours. To restore cast iron pans, you can strip off the original seasoning using lye. If you are restoring just one or two pans, it is probably easiest to use an oven cleaner that sprays a lye-based foam, like Easy-Off. Spray the foam all over the pans you're restoring, seal them inside heavy-duty garbage bags, let them sit for 24 hours, then scrub with steel wool.[1]
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    • Depending on your pan, it may take multiple applications and scrubbing sessions to remove all the seasoning.
  2. Fill a bucket with lye solution and submerge the pans for faster results. If you have a lot of cast iron pans to restore—or if you just want to get the process over with more quickly—consider using a lye solution. Lye can be purchased at hardware stores, but be sure the product you purchase is pure lye.[2] To make lye solution, use a formula of of lye crystals per of water.[3]
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    • Be very, very careful with the lye—it is capable of causing bad chemical burns. Do not get it on your skin. Use heavy-duty rubber gloves and eye protection, and wear long sleeves and long pants to cover the rest of your skin.
    • Always add lye to water. Never pour water over lye, which causes it to boil up.
    • Lye does not affect plastic, so you can reuse old trash cans or plastic containers for this method. A bucket that holds works well for one or two pans, or try a larger size if you have many more cast iron pots to soak.
  3. Soak the pans for 24 hours in the lye solution, then scrub them. Put on heavy-duty gloves to remove the pans from the lye. Using a mildly abrasive sponge or brush, scrub the surface of the pan to remove the seasoning that's been loosened by the lye. If, after 24 hours, there is still seasoning on the cast iron, put the pans back in the bucket for a few more hours. The seasoning will appear as dark spots on the original gunmetal gray surface of the pan.[4]
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    • Lye won't harm the metal at all, so don't worry about leaving it in the solution for too long.
    • Always keep the bucket covered when you're not using it.

[Edit]Removing Rust with Vinegar

  1. Fill a 5-gallon (19 L) bucket with equal parts white vinegar and water. After you've removed old seasoning from your cast iron pans, you will then need to remove rust. Buy several jugs of cheap distilled white vinegar. Pour them into a large plastic bucket and mix with an equal amount of water.[5]
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    • You can also plug your sink and fill it with vinegar and water, if you don't have a bucket on hand.
  2. Soak the pans for up to 8 hours. Place the pans into the bucket or sink. Make sure there's enough of the vinegar-water mixture to completely cover your pans. Don't let the pans soak for more than 8 hours, since vinegar can erode and pit cast iron if it's exposed for too long.[6]
    Restore Cast Iron Pans Step 5.jpg
  3. Check the pans regularly as they soak. Each pan will need to soak for a different length of time, depending on the amount of rust that has built up. Check the pan roughly every 30 minutes by pulling it out of the water to see how much rust has dissolved. When the rust begins to flake away easily when scrubbed with a brush, take the pan out of the vinegar soak.[7]
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  4. Scrub off any remaining flakes of rust with a sponge. Using a mildly abrasive sponge or gentle scrub brush, wash the cast iron pans to remove any last flecks of rust. Rinse with warm water.[8]
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[Edit]Using Electrolysis to Remove Seasoning and Rust

  1. Purchase a manual car battery charger. You can buy these new at big box stores, or you can often find them at yard sales at lower prices. Double-check to make sure the label says "manual," or the charger features a switch that goes between manual and automatic.[9]
    Restore Cast Iron Pans Step 8.jpg
  2. Fill a large plastic tub with water and washing soda. Make sure your tub is big enough to hold enough water to cover the pot you're trying to clean—usually at least . Add washing soda, a laundry booster which is different than baking soda, to the water. Use roughly of laundry booster per gallon of water.[10]
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    • Do this outside or in a vented garage, since it produces hydrogen gas that is potentially flammable.[11]
    • Too much washing soda can can result in excessive current and issues with overheating.
  3. Place a piece of scrap metal into the tub. Cheap metal baking pans work well for this. Other low-cost options include rebar, used lawn mower blades, or large, flattened steel cans with the top and bottom removed. Pieces of metal with more surface area tend to be the most efficient. Make sure an inch or two of the metal sticks out of the water.[12]
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    • Test with a magnet to ensure the object is steel, not aluminum, which won't work.
    • You can use as many as four pieces of metal, which will speed the process along. These will need to be connected to each other by a metal wire to allow the current to pass through all of them.
  4. Put a piece of wood over the tub and hang the pot from it. Suspend the pan from the wooden plank using a piece of wire that's threaded through the hole in the pot handle on one end and wrapped several times around the wooden plank on the other. Besides the handle, the pan should be fully submerged in the water. Make sure that the pot does not touch the pieces of metal.[13]
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    • A coat hanger is an easy source of wire. Use a pair of pliers to bend it and cut it to size.
  5. Attach the charger's black clip to the pan and the red clip to the metal plate. The clips should be attached to the parts of the pan and metal plate that are sticking out of the water. Use a stainless steel scrubber or a wire brush to remove rust or other dirt from the spots where the connector clips attach. This allows for good electrical contact and produces better results.[14]
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    • If you are using multiple metal plates in your setup, the red clip only needs to be attached to one of them. The current will run through the connecting metal wire to the other plates.
  6. Plug in your charger and let it run for several hours. Your setup is working if the water begins to foam around the cast iron pan and your charger's amp meter shows it operating at the upper end of its scale. Let the pan sit for 3 or 4 hours.[15]
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    • Do not touch any part of the setup once the charger is on, to prevent electrocution.
  7. Flip the pan, then repeat the process. Unplug the battery charger before you touch anything in the setup. As soon as it has been switched off, you can pull the pan out of the water and scrape it to see its progress. Typically the side of the pan facing the metal piece will be cleaner, so you may have to flip your pan several times between soaks.[16]
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    • The pan is clean when the metal is bare and gray. Electrolysis can take can take up to 36 hours to remove rust and seasoning from a particularly dirty pan.

[Edit]Caring for Your Restored Pan

  1. Use a mild detergent and warm water to scrub away any remaining rust. Using a slightly abrasive sponge to clean away any final flakes or rust or seasoning that remain. Steel wool or green scrub pads work well—avoid copper scouring pads, which are too abrasive.[17]
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    • Do not put your pan in the dishwasher.
  2. Dry your pans immediately. A restored pan is very susceptible to rust. Make sure you dry it completely with a towel after it has been stripped of rust and seasoning. To make sure the pan is totally dry, you could even slide it in an oven set to warm for several minutes.[18]
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  3. Re-season your pans. Rub the entire cast iron pan down with a neutral oil, such as vegetable oil. Then, place the cast iron in the oven at . Let it bake for about an hour, then allow it to cool down for at least 45 minutes before you use it.[19]
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    • Each time you use the pan to cook, make sure you wipe it down with another layer of oil. This will build up a protective coat to guard against rust.

[Edit]Warnings

  1. Be very careful when handling liquid lye, which can burn your bare skin. Use protective measures including goggles and gloves.
  2. If you are using electrolysis to clean your pans, do not touch any part of the setup (other than the charger) once the electricity has been turned on.
  3. Don't use naval jelly to restore a pan. Although it can work for very small pieces of cast iron, most pans are too big to be fully submerged. Instead, it dries on the pan and becomes very hard to remove.[20]
  4. Also avoid sandblasting as a method to remove rust, which can permanently alter the original surface of the cast iron.[21]


[Edit]References

How to Be Diplomatic

Posted: 27 Mar 2020 09:00 AM PDT

Perhaps you are a manager looking to create a more positive work environment or maybe you are just looking to learn better conflict resolution skills. Diplomacy involves evaluating a situation before speaking or acting and taking the best course of action. While diplomacy can be difficult in certain situations, you can remain poised by being tactful, defusing difficult situations, and building relationships with others.

[Edit]Steps

[Edit]Communicating Effectively

  1. Choose your words carefully. Remember that though your intentions may be good, sometimes your words might hurt others. Before speaking about a sensitive topic, ask yourself if what you're about to say is true, helpful and kind. Use "I" statements to describe your own thoughts instead of guessing at what others think or feel.[1]
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    • For instance, you can say "I'm feeling uncomfortable with the decision made in today's meeting" instead of "You should be upset about that decision today."
    • Always make statements from your own point of view and perspective.
    • Avoid being defensive or blaming others.
    • If you need to discuss something serious with someone, practice your words beforehand.
  2. Adapt your communication style based on the situation. Always know your audience before delivering a message. This will help to ensure that it is well received and understood. Determine whether email or in-person communication works best or if news is best delivered in groups or in one-on-one settings.[2]
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    • For instance, perhaps you need to tell your staff that there will be budget cuts. In the past you may have used email to deliver sensitive information, but have found that caused confusion. Call a staff meeting instead and deliver the facts while providing time for questions.
    • Schedule individual meetings as necessary or requested.
  3. Be open to new ideas. Instead of always making decisions on your own, listen to the perspectives of others. Thank them for telling you how they feel so that they always feel comfortable doing so. Take time to consider others' opinions, but stand firm by your own decisions when you feel that you have made the best choice.[3]
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    • Say "Thank you for your honesty, Jason. I'll take what you said about universal healthcare into consideration and I'll do more research."
  4. Be assertive with your words and body language. When speaking to others, don't be aggressive, but do be confident. Speak slowly and deliberately. Sit with your legs and arms uncrossed and look people in the eye when they are speaking.[4]
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    • You should still acknowledge when you don't know something. For example, say, "I'm not sure about that subject and don't know the answer right now, but I'll be sure to look into it further."
  5. Use indirect language. Instead of being overly direct about your thoughts and feelings, add a bit of fluff. Make suggestions instead of telling people what to do. A diplomatic person does not bark out orders, but finds ways to inspire others to action instead.[5] Your goal should be to collaborate with your team and encourage them to do their best.
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    • For instance, if you are managing a conflict between your children, you might say "You two might want to consider a better way to divide up the space in your room so that you fight less."
    • You can say to an employee who's often late "Have you considered taking the interstate to work instead? It's a bit quicker in my experience." If you choose to say this, say it to someone who you have a good relationship with. It could be perceived as passive-aggressive in some contexts.
  6. Mind your manners. Having good manners is key to diplomacy. Wait your turn to speak and never interrupt others. Be encouraging and avoid hurling insults. Keep your voice at a natural and neutral level and avoid cursing or yelling.[6]
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  7. Control your emotions. Perhaps you have to work with people who you really don't like or whose actions you consider offensive. However, being diplomatic is not just for those you get along with. Practice deep-breathing techniques to calm you when others stress you out. If you feel that you are going to cry or yell, walk away for a moment to use the restroom.[7]
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    • Consider trying a meditation app such as Insight Timer to help you manage your emotions.
    • Alternatively, you could try grounding yourself in the moment. Focus your attention on how your feet feel against the floor or how your buttocks feels against your chair.

[Edit]Addressing Difficult Situations

  1. Pick a non-stressful time to talk. If you need to have a conversation with someone over something serious, do so when you are both calm. This will help ensure that you can have a reasonable conversation.[8]
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  2. Start with a positive comment when giving bad news. Before delivering upsetting information, ease the mood with some positive feedback or news. This will keep the other person calm and establish trust.[9]
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    • Perhaps you are declining a wedding invitation. Instead of just replying "no," send a card that says "Congrats on your upcoming wedding! I know it will be a beautiful day. Unfortunately, I have a work event, but I wish you nothing but the best and will mail my gift to you."
    • Be sure to do this when giving constructive criticism, as well.
  3. Focus on the facts of the situation. Before a major talk, consider the facts. You don't want to enter into conversation relying too much on emotion or opinion, but on reason and logic instead.[10] During your talk, avoid blaming others or becoming defensive. You should not take things personally.
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    • Perhaps your office is undergoing a restructure. Rather than going to your boss and saying "I don't like these changes" say "With our department having increased our sales by double in the last quarter, making cuts here will severely affect our ability to make a profit."
  4. Find ways to compromise with others. Determine both your goal and the goals of others. Think about what you desire to gain as well as what your counterpart wants and look for ways that these interests overlap.[11]
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    • For instance, perhaps your spouse wants to move so the kids can go to a better school. You might want to stay because it's close to your office. Consider private schools or moving just one town over.
  5. Express your likes and dislikes to create beneficial situations for everyone. Once you have spoken about each of your objectives, find ways to negotiate. Diplomacy often involves giving up some things so that you can have other things that you desire. Be willing to do so for the sake of compromise and progress.[12]
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    • Perhaps you are creating a chore list for you and your roommate. You may not mind doing the dishes but hate working outdoors. Perhaps your roommate has the opposite feeling. Offer to take on dish duty in the place of yard work.
  6. React calmly when given bad news. Perhaps your boss tells you that you are being fired or your spouse says they are leaving you. Instead of yelling, hurling insults, or having a meltdown, show maturity through remaining calm. Take several deep breaths in and out. Respond positively and step away as needed to collect yourself.
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    • For instance, to your boss you might say "I'm very sorry to hear this. Is there a particular reason and is this a final decision?"
    • Don't numb out your emotions or escape from them with things like drugs or alcohol. Instead, talk with a friend, engage in a fun activity, or get some exercise. If you are really struggling, see a therapist or counselor.
  7. Speak well of others. When others are gossiping, don't add fuel to the fire. You might work in a toxic environment where rumors are often spread, but don't be a part of that. Refraining from gossip shows to others that you have character and integrity.[13]
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  8. Be honest and show people your true self. A major element of being diplomatic is being real. When having these tough conversations, it's vital to be truthful with others. If not, you won't be able to get what you want and people won't be able to form genuine relationships with you.[14]
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    • Maybe you made an error on a project that has affected your team. Instead of shifting blame, say "I made an error on the report and that's why we've been getting so many calls today. I apologize and I'm working to fix it. Let me know if you all have questions or need help."
  9. Take a step back from the conversation. Avoid making difficult decisions on the spot. Instead of making decisions that you'll regret, walk away for a moment to think.[15]
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    • For instance, you might be a supervisor working with an employee who is asking to work from home one day a week. Before saying 'no' immediately, consider their needs and reasoning. Find a way to compromise if possible and offer this flexibility to other staff as well.

[Edit]Building Rapport with Others

  1. Make small talk to create comfort. A major part of diplomacy is helping others feel comfortable with you. Instead of jumping right into a serious talk, establish a level of friendliness with others. Talk about each other's weekends, spouses, kids or hobbies. Discuss the latest news or TV shows that you're watching. Help them feel at ease by showing your interest in their lives.[16]
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    • Inject humor where you can.
  2. Mirror their body language. Show empathy for them by mimicking their gestures and posture. If they are sitting with their hand resting under their chin, do the same. This shows that you are engaged in the conversation.[17]
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    • Smile at them when you see them at first, as well.
  3. Use their name in conversation. People often respond positively to the use of their own name. Every so often, use their name while you're talking.[18]
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    • It can be something simple like "Where would you like to have lunch, Kyle?" or something more serious like "Andrea, I'm so sorry to hear about your mother."
  4. Be an attentive listener. When having a talk with someone, avoid using your phone or daydreaming. Instead, actively listen to them so that you can understand their perspective. Relay back what they said to you to prove that you hear them.[19]
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    • For instance, you might say "It sounds like having to take care of your mother and your small child is really taking a toll on your health."
  5. Ask them questions. Show that you're listening to them by learning more about what they're discussing. Ask them open-ended questions that require thought and more than a 'yes' or 'no' answer.[20]
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    • Ask something like "Wow, you went to Greece? What made you decide to go there and what did you like best?"

[Edit]Expert Advice

Try this approach if you're clashing with someone on an issue

  • Thank them for their comments. If someone criticizes you, say something like, "Hey thanks for your feedback. You seem really passionate about this topic. You may be seeing something I'm not. Can you share your thoughts with me about this?"
  • Listen to what they have to say. When you ask the other person for their opinion, they may feel a sense of purpose or even righteousness. Even if you don't care for the person, hold it in for the sake of trying to understand the person and resolve the issue.
  • Recognize the person's input. After the other person shares their perspective, compliment them, even if you still disagree with them. Acknowledging them may help you both move on and work together more effectively in the future.
  • Ask for help if you can't resolve the problem on your own. Sometimes the only way to move past an issue at work is to reach out to a third party for mediation. If you work together, for instance, go to your supervisor or manager. However, try to frame it in a way that you're asking for help to come up with solutions, rather than judging the other person. That will show your boss that you're self-aware and proactive, and that while you need help, you aren't coming to them just to complain.

[Edit]Tips

  • Many great books offer tips on diplomacy. For instance, "How to Win Friends and Influence People," written by Dale Carnegie, offers a lot of excellent advice on this subject.

[Edit]Warnings

  • Be careful with the use of the word "No." You should try to listen well to others' point of view and agree that you understand their point of view, though not necessarily agreeing with what they said.

[Edit]Related wikiHows

[Edit]References

[Edit]Quick Summary

How to Care for a Fiddle Leaf Fig

Posted: 27 Mar 2020 01:00 AM PDT

The fiddle leaf fig tree, or ficus lyrate, is coveted for its large, glossy green leaves with contrasting pale green veining throughout. This hearty, disease-resistant houseplant can grow as tall as ! If you've recently purchased a fiddle leaf fig and want to make sure that it not only survives, but thrives, there are several things you can do to keep your plant healthy.

[Edit]Steps

[Edit]Providing Warmth and Light Indoors

  1. Place the plant in a spot that gets at least 4 hours of bright, direct sunlight. Placing the plant in a west or south-facing window will help to ensure that your fiddle leaf fig gets plenty of sunlight. For the rest of the day, place the plant in an area that's well-lit, either by natural sunlight or artificial lights. This is important so that the plant will get plenty of indirect light.[1]
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    • If the plant's leaves look pale, spotty, or dull after 2-3 weeks in its current location, move it to a brighter spot. This means that the plant is not getting enough sunlight.
  2. Keep the temperature in your home between . Check your thermostat daily to ensure that the temperature stays within this range. Adjust the temperature if needed to maintain it within this range, such as by turning up the heat in cold weather or using fans or air conditioning in hot weather.[2]
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  3. Rotate the pot 180 degrees once every 2 weeks. Grasp the pot and turn it as if you're turning a wheel. Rotate the pot until the opposite side of the plant is facing the window. This will help to ensure that all sides of the plant get adequate light.[3]
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  4. Seal off any drafts in your home to protect the plant from cold air. Caulk around the edges of your windows or cover drafty windows with thick plastic sheets meant for weatherizing your home and secure the sheets with a hammer and nails or a staple gun. Place rolled up towels in front of gaps at the bottom of drafty doors. Fiddle leaf figs are used to a hot, humid environment, so cold air drafts may harm them.[4]
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    • Make sure to do this before placing a fiddle leaf fig in front of a window in your home if you get it in the winter or fall.

[Edit]Watering, Fertilizing, and Pruning

  1. Water your fiddle leaf fig generously 1-2 times per week. Place the plant on your patio or in your shower once or twice per week and soak it with water. Then, let the plant drain for about 1-2 hours before returning it to its usual spot. Let the soil dry out over the course of 1 week before watering the fiddle leaf fern again.[5]
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    • Avoid giving the plant small doses of water as it's used to copious rainfall in its natural habitat.
    • Your fiddle leaf fig will require more water in the spring and summer and less in the fall and winter. For example, if you're watering the plant once per week in the summer, then drop down to once every other week in the fall.
  2. Mist the leaves daily unless the weather is humid. Fill a spray bottle with plain tap water and use it to spray the plant's leaves once per day when the weather is hot, dry, or cold. This will help to prevent the leaves from drying out. If the weather is humid, don't mist the leaves.[6]
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  3. Cut off any leaves that look brown or discolored. Use a pair of gardening shears to cut off the leaves at the base of their stems. Dip the shears into rubbing alcohol or boiling hot water to disinfect them first. Then, cut straight across the stems to remove the dead leaves.[7]
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    • Disinfecting the garden shears is important to keep your plant healthy. Dirty shears may contaminate the plant with harmful bacteria or fungi.
    • Yellow and brown leaves are dead and they will not recover. Cutting them off will help to ensure that they do not take energy from the rest of the plant.
  4. Dust the leaves with a damp cloth once every 2 weeks. Moisten a clean cloth or paper towel with lukewarm water. Then, cup one of the leaves under the palm of your hand and wipe the leave from stem to tip with the damp cloth. Repeat this for each of the leaves on the plant that look dusty.[8]
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    • This will help to promote airflow and improve the appearance of your fiddle leaf fig.
  5. Check the leaves and stems for pests once per week. The fiddle leaf fig is prone to thrips (aka thunder flies), mealybugs, glasshouse red spider mites, and scale insects.[9] To control pests on your fiddle leaf fig, use an organic or synthetic pesticide spray once per month or as needed.[10]
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    • Make sure to follow the manufacturer's instructions for how to use the pesticide product you purchase.
    • The first sign of pests may be wilted or discolored leaves, so check your plant for pests if you notice a change in the foliage.
    • You can also place sticky traps near your fiddle leaf fig to help control pests.
  6. Fertilize the plant once in the spring and once per month in the summer. Choose a liquid fertilizer meant for indoor houseplants and dilute it to 1/4 strength using a 3:1 mixture of water and fertilizer. You can find a suitable fertilizer in a nursery or in the gardening section of a hardware store. Apply it to the roots of the plant once in the spring, then once per month during the summer. This will help to promote new growth in the fiddle leaf fig.[11]
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    • Don't apply the fertilizer to the plants leaves or stems. Only apply it to the soil at the base of the plant so it will sink down to the roots.
    • Make sure to follow the manufacturer's instructions for how to mix and apply the fertilizer.

[Edit]Repotting a Fiddle Leaf Fig Plant

  1. Repot the plant when you see roots coming out the bottom. Look at the bottom of the pot to check for spindly white fibers growing through the holes in the pot. If you spot any, this means that the fiddle leaf fig has outgrown its pot and needs a larger one.[12]
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  2. Select a pot that is larger in diameter than the old pot. Don't get a pot that is too much bigger than the old pot. Only go up to the next pot size each time you repot your fiddle leaf fig. This will allow you to add of new soil on all sides of the plant, which is ideal.[13]
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    • You can use any type of pot, such as clay or plastic, as long as it has drainage holes in the bottom.
  3. Fill the pot about 1/3 of the way full of potting mix. Choose a potting mix meant for indoor plants. Use your hands or a small gardening trowel to add the dirt to the pot. Move the dirt around to form a deep well in the center into which you can situate the plant's roots.[14]
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    • Don't pack down the dirt. Leave it loose in the pot to allow for airflow and drainage.
  4. Remove the fiddle leaf fig from its old pot and transfer it to the new one. Use 1 hand to hold onto the pot and grasp the stems of the fiddle leaf fig with the other hand. Wiggle the plant from side-to-side to release it from the old pot. Once you get the fiddle leaf fig out of the old pot, place the fiddle leaf fig in the well of soil in the new pot.[15]
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  5. Add more soil to completely cover the roots of the plant. Place extra soil on top of and around the fiddle leaf fig's roots using your hands or a garden trowel. Press the soil gently with your hands or the back of the trowel.[16]
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    • Don't pack down the soil. Keep it somewhat loose so that the plant's roots can breathe.
    • Water your fiddle leaf fig right after you repot it, and then let the soil drain for 1-2 hours outdoors or in a bathtub or sink. Place the fiddle leaf fig back in its usual spot after it drains. Place a plate under the pot to catch any excess water.

[Edit]Warnings

  • Fiddle leaf fig leaves are toxic to dogs and cats. If you have pets, keep your plant somewhere that your pets can't access it.[17]

[Edit]Things You'll Need

[Edit]Giving the Plant Warmth and Light

  • Plastic for covering windows
  • Hammer and nails or staple gun
  • Towels to prevent drafts

[Edit]Watering, Fertilizing, and Pruning

  • Liquid fertilizer
  • Cloth or paper towel
  • Pruning shears
  • Rubbing alcohol

[Edit]Repotting a Fiddle Leaf Fig Plant

  • New pot
  • Potting soil
  • Gardening gloves
  • Garden trowel (optional)

[Edit]References

How to Look Good at a Prom

Posted: 26 Mar 2020 05:00 PM PDT

Prom is one of the most special occasions of your teenage years and you will remember the night for the rest of your life. Naturally, you want to look your absolute best! However, all of the preparation and planning for prom can be a bit daunting. By using a systematic approach to prom planning and getting organized early, you will enjoy a stress-free experience and look better than ever for your big night.

[Edit]Steps

[Edit]Finding The Perfect Ensemble

  1. Build a scrapbook of ideas. Start looking for and collecting images of dresses or tuxedos you like at least 5 or 6 months in advance. Flip through fashion magazines and comb the internet for styles that really stand out to you. After you've scrapbooked for a while, you'll notice that a clear picture of what you really want your dress or tux to look like is beginning to form in your mind.
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    • Try to narrow things down as specifically as possible, even down to particular color choices.
    • Bring your scrapbook with you when you go shopping. It will help you stay focused on the look you're going for and make shopping a little easier.
  2. Start dress hunting early. Give yourself plenty of time to search for the right dress. This is not a choice that you want to rush! Start looking about 3 or 4 months in advance. Hit all of the stores in your area and if possible, have a parent take you shopping out of town, as well.
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    • Remember, all of the other girls are shopping just like you are. They are most likely going to the same shops and looking at the same gowns.
    • Shopping out of town will help you feel secure that whatever dress you choose, someone else won't be wearing it.
    • Don't forget to hunt for a dress online. It's not an ideal situation, since you won't be able to try it on before you buy it. However, if you find something that you really love online and it's still relatively early in the game, you can have it tailored to fit you perfectly once it arrives.
  3. Start tuxedo hunting early, as well. While tuxedos aren't quite as variable as dresses, there are still a lot of details you'll want to get just right. Start hunting for your tux about 3 or 4 months in advance.
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    • Prom is a black-tie affair, so you really want to go with either a tuxedo or a very dark and dapper suit.[1]Try to narrow down which one you want before you go out shopping, so that you can stay focused. At the very least, nail it down super early in your hunt.
    • Most choose to go with a tux, but there's no reason why you can't do your own thing!
    • You want to ensure that you are able to find your ideal tux in plenty of time to also have it tailored before prom. Tuxedos and suits, right off the rack, are generally cut to fit male model prototypes. Gender presentation, personal style or sexual orientation aren't usually addressed right off the rack.[2]
  4. Shop with a trustworthy friend or family member. Bring someone that you know will be completely honest with you. Whenever you find a dress or tux that you are definitely considering, don't just try it on alone in the dressing room. Come out and get their honest opinion.
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    • When you try on a gown or tux that you really like, ask your shopping companion to snap a picture of you wearing it with your phone. That way you'll have a mini-archive of everything that you really liked to reference later, when you're ready to start narrowing it down.
    • Don't make a snap decision. Try on lots of dresses or other ensembles and collect at least 10 to 15 pictures of possible choices for your mini-archive before even considering making your final decision.
  5. Choose what looks good on you. Avoid shopping for fads and choose a dress style and fit that suits your particular figure and coloring.[3] Not only will you look better, but you will ultimately feel more confident wearing a dress that you know suits you as an individual.
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    • Fads are great, but some gowns and styles are timeless and will always be beautiful.
    • When you look back at your prom pictures years later, you want to feel proud of the way you look, not slightly embarrassed because you're wearing a fad that passed quickly and didn't look good on you.
  6. Get the right size. If you find the absolute perfect dress but it's too small when you try it on, do not buy the dress with the intention of going on an intense crash diet. That is far too much pressure to put on yourself! And worse - if you fail, what will you wear instead? You'll have to rush to find a back-up at the last minute, which you definitely want to avoid.
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    • You look great the way you are right now and there are plenty of beautiful dresses out there that will fit you just right. Don't change yourself for a dress.
    • Find a tailor for your dress if you are genderqueer or in transition. This is because dresses, right off the rack, are made to fit a female model's silhouette. A tailor can make a few tweaks for you that will take your look to the next level.
    • Do not allow gender or sexual orientation to stop you from getting exactly want you want, whether that's a dress or a tux. You deserve the absolute best and there are tailors out there that specialize in custom fits.[4]
    • If you find a dress that you love but it's too big when you try it on, talk to a store associate about the possibility of tailoring it. Some gowns are made of materials that aren't suitable for tailoring, and others are just too fragile or stylized to be changed, so get a good, clear opinion from an expert.

[Edit]Choosing Accessories

  1. Coordinate with your dress. When it comes to choosing jewelry and shoes, base your selections around your dress. Not just the color of the dress – you want to go beyond that. Look for options that suit the style of your dress. A particular necklace may look gorgeous in the case, but clash with your dress.
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    • For instance, if you decide on a vintage-looking gown, you don't want to wear modern jewelry with it. You'll want to pick things that have a vintage flair, to coordinate with the dress style.
    • Focus on achieving an overall look, rather than finding individual pieces that you like that may or may not end up looking good together.
  2. Coordinate with your date. Traditionally, prom couples coordinate their ensembles by choosing matching and complimentary accessories to tie their look together as a unit. Find out the color of your date's dress in plenty of time to find your accessories.
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    • Choose a long tie, bow tie, and/or cummerbund that match your date's dress as closely as possible. You can also have your date provide her dress to a tailor, who can then dye your accessories to match hers almost exactly.
    • If you aren't able to match your date's dress, go with neutral choices that match your tux or suit.
    • Long tie or bow tie? The bow tie is the traditional choice, especially with a tuxedo.[5] If you go with a suit, opt for a long tie instead.
  3. Choose items that you really love. Don't accessorize with something that doesn't immediately make you feel pretty or handsome when you put it on. Accessories are meant to accent and highlight your ensemble and you. Select them with care and be very choosy.
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  4. Consider coordinating with your prom theme. If you're hitting your prom solo or just don't want to match your date, consider coordinating with your prom theme. This will visually tie your look and ensemble in with the whole night, rather than a particular person.
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    • If you are going with a group, consider coordinating your looks as a unit.
  5. Select shoes that you can walk in. Yes, your shoes should be totally awesome, but they also need to be relatively comfortable to wear. Prom isn't just standing around – you'll be dancing, getting in and out of cars, and navigating obstacles. If you choose your shoes based on looks alone, you may end up being miserable on prom night because you can't dance in them, or because they are squeezing your feet too tightly.
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    • Try them on before you buy them and walk around the store until you get a sense of how they'll perform on prom night.
    • Be honest with yourself! If you love them but it's obvious that the heels are too high for you, keep looking. You'll find the right pair eventually.
    • On prom night, when you're cutting a rug on the dancefloor and having a blast, you'll be glad you took the extra time to find the right shoes.
  6. Try something unusual. Don't be afraid to try something that you normally wouldn't wear. It's prom, so live the fantasy a little! For instance, maybe you find a breathtaking tiara that perfectly mirrors your dress and hairstyle. Or maybe it's an unusual set of cufflinks to go with your tux or suit. Ordinarily you'd never wear a tiara or those particular cufflinks, but it's prom night! If it looks good on you, then rock it.
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    • Make sure to get a few opinions before you commit to anything unusual. You want to stand out, but not for the wrong reasons.

[Edit]Determining Hair and Makeup

  1. Collect hair and makeup ideas. Start scrapbooking a few months in advance, just like you did for your dress. In fact, you can start matching makeup looks to dress styles as early as the scrapbooking stage!
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    • By the time you get to the hair and makeup part of your prom deliberations, you'll already have your dress and accessories picked out, as well as a book full of images to review. You can't go wrong when you prepare that well!
  2. Experiment but don't go overboard. Start experimenting with the looks you find very early to get a clear picture of what does and doesn't work for you. Don't be afraid to try a daring hair or makeup style! It might be absolutely perfect for your dress and suit you wonderfully. On the other hand, it may make you feel uncomfortable or anxious on prom night, and that's no fun.
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    • Experiment as much as you want, but when it comes down to it, make a solid choice that works for you.
    • Don't completely reinvent yourself for prom night – you want to look like yourself in your pictures and be recognizable to your date and friends!
    • Essentially, you want to look like the best version of your everyday self, with a little extra pizzazz thrown in.
  3. Practice your chosen look several times beforehand. After you've experimented with a few looks and you nail it down, practice recreating your hair and makeup look multiple times before the big night. You don't want to spend 3 hours on the afternoon of prom trying to perfect winged eyeliner or some other detail that you aren't used to creating - that will definitely stress you out.
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    • If you practice ahead of time you can perfect the look and when prom comes, you can recreate it without a hitch.
    • After applying your makeup, always set it with a translucent powder as your final step. This will help your makeup last through the night and also control any oil and shine, which will keep you looking fresh and matte for photographs.
  4. Style short hair in a way that coordinates stylistically with your ensemble. That could be anything from a dashing side part, slicked back completely, or even a messy, tousled 'do, depending on what kind of look you are going for.
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    • Get short hair cut or trimmed a day or two before prom, not the day of. If you want a straight razor shave, visit a barbershop on the morning of prom.
    • If you want to look really unique or do something very different from everyone else, consider dying your hair. You could even consider dying streaks into your hair that coordinate with your date's ensemble!
    • Don't be afraid to stand out or embrace a look that truly represents you.
  5. Enlist the help of a stylist. If you aren't that savvy with makeup or hairstyles, consult your hairstylist. Most stylists studied makeup along with hair when they were training at cosmetology school, so they are invaluable sources of information and can help you create the perfect look.
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    • Express to your stylist that you want your hair to look great, but you also want a fairly uncomplicated 'do that you can maintain easily on your own throughout the evening.
    • Don't get talked into something that you don't like by an over-zealous stylist.

[Edit]Taking Care of Yourself

  1. Get plenty of exercise. You want to look fit and feel good in your dress, and the number one way to achieve that is to exercise regularly. If you don't like cardio or if hitting the gym sounds like torture, try yoga instead.
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    • You can take yoga classes at your local gym or, if your prefer, you can watch instructional videos and practice yoga at home. Sometimes it's easier to embark on a new fitness routine starting at home, so that you can get used to it before doing it in front of other people.
    • No matter what exercise regimen you choose, the result will be a happier, healthier you.
  2. Eat well and stay hydrated. No crash diets! Eat sensibly and get enough vitamins and nutrients to keep you healthy and glowing. Drinking lots of water will keep you looking dewy and fresh and help you keep your complexion clear.
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    • Don't starve yourself before prom. You don't want to look malnourished and waif-thin on prom night. Malnourished isn't a good look for anyone.
    • Eating healthy and well will ensure that you have plenty of strength and energy for your big night.
    • Along with drinking plenty of water, make sure to use a good moisturizer on your skin every day.
  3. Start a skin care regimen several weeks in advance.
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    [6] Take care to address any acne issues that you are having on your face, and don't forget to treat breakouts on your back and chest. Prom dresses can be revealing, so you want to address these areas too.
    • If you are trying out any new skin care products, do so several weeks in advance in case your skin doesn't react well to them.
    • Make sure to exfoliate with a gentle product every few days. Don't overdo it! You don't need to exfoliate every day – that is too harsh on your skin.
    • Do any eyebrow plucking and waxing several days before prom, not the night before or the day of. Otherwise, you might end up having some unsightly skin irritation to cover up.[7]
  4. Calm down. Getting ready for prom can be stressful. There are so many decisions to be made and you want everything to be perfect, which is understandable. But don't take it too far! It's too much pressure to put on yourself. Yes, you want to look great, but you also want to have fun at prom.
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    • If you stress yourself out to the max, you'll do nothing on prom night except worry over little details that no one even notices except you. Prom should be a night to remember, and you can't make memories when you're worrying about everything the entire time.
    • Avoid hitting the bathroom every 15 minutes to adjust your dress, perfect your lipstick or fret in general. Get out there and have fun!
  5. Get enough sleep. In the weeks leading up to prom, make sure you get a full night of sleep every night. "Beauty sleep" isn't just a myth! During sleep, our bodies repair and heal. If you want to look your absolute best on prom night, make it a point to get plenty of rest beforehand.
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    • Not only will you look better well-rested, but you'll also feel better and have plenty of energy to enjoy the excitement of the night.

[Edit]Getting Ready That Day

  1. Start early. Wake up, have breakfast, and start your preparations. If you start early, you can take your time and enjoy a day of primping and pampering. It's never good to rush when you're getting ready for anything, especially prom!
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    • Wear a button down shirt or robe as you get ready, so that you can easily transition into your dress without messing up your hair and makeup.
  2. Play fun music to get you in the party mood. You're probably going to feel slightly nervous during the day, but also try to have some fun. Blast your favorite tunes and get yourself in the mood for a great night.
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    • Prom isn't all about looking great! You also want to have an amazing time and make wonderful memories. Listening to some fun music while you're getting ready will help keep you calm and get you looking forward to a night to remember.
  3. Stick to a schedule. Make sure you watch the clock as you get ready. Even though you're preparing early, it will start getting late before you know it! Make a schedule for yourself that morning when you're relaxing in the tub, and stick to it.
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    • Allot specific time slots for everything that you want to do. Give yourself 45 minutes for makeup, an hour for hair - whatever you need to make sure you get it done without rushing.
    • If you have appointments to keep with stylists or makeup artists, make sure that you arrive on time. Running behind on just one thing can throw off your entire day.
  4. Pamper yourself. Take a long hot bubble bath and relax. Eat healthy snacks throughout the day to keep your strength up. Drink some herbal tea and keep your mood light-hearted.
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How to Hang Pictures Without Nails

Posted: 26 Mar 2020 09:00 AM PDT

Hanging pictures is a great way to decorate and personalize a space. But there are many places where you may want to hang a picture but can't use nails, perhaps because you don't want to leave large holes in the wall, can't drill or hammer through the wall, or will be changing your pictures or their arrangement frequently. This is when it comes in handy to know how to hang pictures without nails, which you can do with tacks, various adhesive products, and other ingenious solutions. There are several methods to choose from, and you can decide what will work best for you depending on your supplies and circumstances.

[Edit]Steps

[Edit]Using Picture Hanging Strips

  1. Remove hanging hardware. Adhesive picture hanging strips need flat surfaces to work properly, so remove any protruding hanging hardware that has been installed on the back of the picture.[1] This includes nails, screws, wires, keyhole or sawtooth fasteners, or anything else that could make the back surface of the picture uneven.

    • Adhesive picture hanging strips (as well as adhesive nails and hooks) can be found in office supply stores, craft stores, hardware stores, and online.
  2. Clean your surfaces. Adhesive picture hanging strips require a clean surface to stick properly, so wipe down your picture and the wall where you're going to hang it with a clean cloth and isopropyl alcohol.[2]

    • Allow the surfaces to dry before applying the strips.
  3. Apply the strips. For each set of strips, press the two different sides together. One set at a time, remove one liner and press the adhesive to the back of the picture. Continue pressing for 30 seconds. Repeat until the required strips have been applied.

    • One set of strips will hold up to three pounds (1.36 kg), and most 8x10-inch (20x28 cm) pictures. If you only need a single set of strips, position it at the top center of the picture.
    • Two sets of strips will hold up to six pounds (2.7 kg), and most 11x17-inch (28x44 cm) pictures. Position one set of strips at each top corner of the picture.
    • Four sets of strips will hold up to twelve pounds (5.4 kg), and most 18x24-inch (46x61 cm) pictures. Position one set of strips at each top corner of the picture; position another set on each side of the picture, two-thirds of the way down from the top.[3]
  4. Affix the picture to the wall. First, remove the liner on the outside of the strips to reveal the adhesive. Then, press the picture against the wall. Slowly separate the strips on the picture from those on the wall by gently pulling on the bottom corners of the picture and lifting. With your fingers, press the strips against the wall for 30 seconds.[4]

  5. Wait one hour. This allows all the adhesive on the strips to set and dry. When the hour is up, replace the picture back onto the wall by lining up the strips.
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[Edit]Using Adhesive Hooks or Nails

  1. Clean your wall. Like picture hanging strips, adhesive hooks and nails require clean surfaces, so wipe down the wall with a clean cloth and isopropyl alcohol, then let it dry.

    • Adhesive hooks or nails have adhesive backings that stick to walls, so that you can mount pictures using the hanging hardware attached to the picture. Depending on the hardware on your picture, make sure you purchase the appropriate adhesive hanging equipment.
  2. Prepare the adhesive. Remove the liner from the adhesive strip and affix it to the hook or nail.

    • Some adhesive hooks come with the adhesive already affixed to the back. Skip this step and move on to the next if that's the case with the adhesive hook you have.
  3. Affix the adhesive hook or nail to the wall. First, remove the liner from the back of the adhesive that's attached to your hook or nail. In the place where you want your picture hung, firmly press the adhesive hook or nail against the wall for 30 seconds.[5]

  4. Wait an hour for the adhesive to dry. When the hour is up, hang your pictures normally based on the hanging hardware installed.

    • Make sure you know the weight of your picture before you purchase adhesive nails, as they generally only hold between five and eight pounds (2.26 and 3.6 kg), while smaller hooks may only hold one or two pounds (0.45 or 0.9 kg).
    • To hang a picture that's heavier than what your adhesive nails or hooks are rated for, use more than one. Ensure the weight gets distributed evenly by using a level during installation.

[Edit]Using Press-in Hooks

  1. Choose your hooks. There are several brands that make hooks that are designed to be inserted into drywall without hammers, nails, or any other tools. These include Hercules Hooks, Super Hooks, Monkey Hooks, and Gorilla Hooks.[6] They are made of different materials and rated to hold varying weights, but each one does require making a small hole in the wall. According to the manufacturers:
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    • A Hercules Hook can hold as much as 150 pounds (68 kg).
    • A Super Hook can hold up to 80 pounds (36.28 kg).
    • A Monkey Hook can hold up to 35 pounds (15.87 kg).
    • A Gorilla Hook can hold as much as 50 pounds (22.67 kg).
  2. Install your hooks. Push the long, curved (not kinked), tapered end of the hook through your drywall. Once you've pushed it most of the way in, position it so the small hook on the outside will be facing upright (so that you can hang things from it). Set it in place by pushing it in the rest of the way.[7]

  3. Hang your picture. Most press-in hooks come in packs of four or more. To hang heavier pictures using two hooks, measure the width of the picture and divide it into thirds. Place one hook at the one-third mark, and a second hook at the two-thirds mark. For even heavier pictures that require three hooks, measure the picture and divide it into quarters. Place one hook at the one-quarter mark, one hook in the center (two-quarters), and one hook at the three-quarter mark.

[Edit]Using Tape or Reusable Adhesive

  1. Select your adhesive. Double-sided tape will work to affix lightweight pictures to walls, though it's not necessarily designed for that job and may strip paint when it comes off. Reusable adhesive, also known as sticky tack or poster tack, is designed to affix lightweight pictures to walls, but it can get gummy over time and be difficult to remove.
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    • Reusable adhesives and tapes are strong enough to hold loose pictures or posters (not in a frame), but are not designed to hold much more than one pound (0.45 kg).
    • Single-sided tape can be converted into makeshift double-sided tape by taking a strip of tape, making it into a loop with the adhesive side out, and fastening the ends of the tape together to close the loop.
  2. Prepare the wall. Adhesives will work best with clean surfaces, so wipe down your wall with a clean cloth and isopropyl alcohol. While waiting for that to dry, wipe down the back of your poster or picture with a clean, dry cloth.

    • Wash your hands before handling reusable adhesive to prevent transferring dirt or oil onto it.
  3. Prepare your picture. Lay your picture face down on a flat surface. Press small balls of reusable adhesive or small squares of double-sided tape to the corners of your picture (on the back of the picture). If you're hanging a larger picture, frame the back outside edge with adhesive or tape.

  4. Mount your picture. Once you've got your tape or adhesive in place, pick up the picture, line it up on the wall, and press it against the wall to affix the adhesive or tape to the wall.

[Edit]Hanging a Picture String

  1. Find existing wall fixtures. Look for hooks, screws, vents, or knobs that are already in place and that could bear a few extra pounds. Note that this method will be most appropriate for lightweight pictures that aren't in frames.
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    • Look for wall features that are out of the way and that could have a string run between them without posing a strangulation risk.
  2. Tie on your string. Cut a length of string, twine, or wire that's long enough to span the distance between the two wall fixtures, plus some extra for tying knots. Tie each end of the string to a separate wall fixture. You can either pull the string taut or leave it slightly loose and droopy.
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    • A taut string will look more rigid and uniform, while a droopy string will look more relaxed and artistic. The choice between the two is a matter of aesthetic preference.
    • Wire will be harder to tie than string or twine (it will be easier to wrap it tightly around your fixture than tie it), will provide an industrial look, and will allow pictures to slide around for quick re-positioning. Wire is thin and strong, but doesn't lend itself to the droopy look.
    • Twine and string will be easy to tie, can be left droopy or pulled taut, and will provide a more rustic look.Twine will be thicker than wire or string, but stronger than string. String will be thinner than twine, but not as strong.
  3. Hang your pictures. Use clothespins or clips to affix your pictures to the string.[8] If your string begins to sag more than it's supposed to or the knots won't stay tied, you may have too much weight. Either use stronger twine or wire, or tie a second string to different fixtures for a second row of pictures.
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    • To distribute weight and pictures evenly, place your first picture in the center of the string using your eye or a tape measure. Using the first picture as the center point that separates two halves, divide those halves in half again, and place one picture at each center point. Continue dividing your spaces in half and using the center points as picture locations until all your pictures are hung.

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[Edit]Tips

  • A corkboard that's already in place or propped up against a wall or furniture can be used to display pictures.
  • Thumbtacks can be used to hang loose pictures, posters, or very lightweight framed pictures with wire hangers, as long as you can put small holes in the wall.
  • Framed or loose pictures can be displayed by being propped up against mantles, bookshelves, furniture, or other objects, or placed in standing frames.

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How to Make Rainbow Cupcakes

Posted: 26 Mar 2020 01:00 AM PDT

Rainbow cupcakes can add a colorful flair to any gathering or special occasion. Transform a simple vanilla cake batter with food coloring, and then carefully layer each different color of batter into a cupcake tin. Choose a combination of your favorite colors for the batter, or stick to the standard colors of the rainbow. Once baked, top the finished product with your choice of icing and sprinkles, and enjoy!

[Edit]Ingredients

Yields 12 cupcakes.

  • 1 3/4 cup (210 g) cake flour
  • 1 tsp (4 g) baking powder
  • 1/4 tsp (1.5 g) baking soda
  • 1/2 tsp (2.5 g) salt
  • whole milk
  • Zest from 1 lemon
  • pure vanilla extract
  • 12 tbsp (14.2 g) unsalted butter
  • 1 cup (200 g) granulated sugar
  • 3 large egg whites, or 2 large eggs
  • 4-6 different colors of food coloring
  • Frosting of your choosing—vanilla, buttercream, cool whip, or cream cheese
  • Cupcake toppings such as sprinkles, colored sugar, food coloring, etc. (optional)

[Edit]Steps

[Edit]Making Homemade Cupcake Batter

  1. Combine cake flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt into a mixing bowl. Pour in 1 3/4 cup (210 g) of cake flour into a medium-sized mixing bowl. Then, add in 1 tsp (4 g) of baking powder, 1/4 tsp (1.5 g) of baking soda, and 1/2 tsp (2.5 g) of salt. Use a spoon to stir the dry ingredients together until they are blended.[1]

    • Instead of making the cupcake batter from scratch, you can simplify the process by using a boxed white cake mix. This is a great alternative if you want to save time or are new to baking. Simply follow the mixing instructions outlined on your particular cake mix to prepare the batter. Then, begin coloring and baking the batter.[2]
  2. Whisk of whole milk with pure vanilla extract. Pour the milk into a small mixing bowl. Then, whisk in the vanilla extract until the ingredients are fully blended.[3]

    • Instead of whole milk, use an equal amount of soy milk as a substitute. The soy milk will create a nice thick batter for your cupcakes. You can alternatively use milk with a lower fat content, but know that your batter will not be as thick and may be difficult to work with when layering the colored batter.[4]
  3. Beat 1 cup (200 g) of granulated sugar with 12 tbsp (14.2 g) of unsalted butter. Use a hand mixer on a medium speed to beat together the sugar and butter. Continue to beat the ingredients for 30 seconds or until the mixture becomes fluffy.[5]

    • Before mixing the sugar and butter together, add the zest from 1 lemon to give your vanilla cupcakes a light, citrus flavor.
  4. Mix the egg whites from 3 large eggs into the bowl with the butter and sugar. Use the cracked eggshell or your hands to remove the yolks from 3 large eggs. Set your hand mixer to a low speed, and mix in the egg whites. Continue to gently beat the mixture for about 20-30 seconds or until it is blended.[6]

    • The egg whites will make your cupcakes lighter and lower the cholesterol within them. For a denser cupcake, use 2 whole large eggs instead.[7]
  5. Alternate adding the dry ingredients and the milk mixture to the sugar mixture. Set your hand mixer to a low speed as you add in the dry and wet ingredients. Add a spoonful of the dry ingredients and then a splash of the wet. This will keep the batter from becoming overly wet or dry when mixing. Continue to do this until all of the ingredients have been added.[8]

    • The length of time you spend mixing the batter greatly depends on how fast or slow you add the dry and wet ingredients to the bowl. The whole process may take about 1-2 minutes. When you are done mixing, you should have a smooth batter.

[Edit]Coloring and Baking the Cupcakes

  1. Preheat your oven to before you begin mixing the batter. Clear the oven of any baking pans or trays before heating the oven. Move the oven rack to the center rung so your cupcakes will cook evenly.[9]

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    • If you are using a boxed cake mix to create your cupcakes, then make sure to follow the preheating and cooking instructions given on the box.
  2. Place a white, paper cupcake liner into each well of a 12-cup muffin tin. Avoid using a colored or patterned liner for the rainbow cupcakes. The white liners will almost become transparent when baked and will show off the different colored cupcake layers.[10]

    • Use 2 smaller, 6-cup muffin tins if you do not have one that will support 12 cupcakes.
  3. Divide the cupcake batter into 4-6 bowls using a measuring spoon or cup. Only divide the batter up for as many food-coloring colors as you have. So if you only have 4 colors, then divide the batter up into 4 bowls. Don't worry if the amounts between each bowl aren't the same. Use your best visual judgment to do this.[11]

    • For a traditional rainbow (purple, blue, green, yellow, orange, and red) divide your batter into 6 bowls.
    • Alternatively divide the batter up into 2-3 bowls, and only use your favorite colors. For example, use red and green for a holiday cupcake or blue, green, and purple to represent your favorite color combination.
  4. Stir 3 drops of food coloring into each of the bowls filled with batter. For example, add 3 drops of red food coloring to one of the bowls, and 3 drops of blue food coloring to another bowl. Continue to do this until all of the bowls filled with batter have been colored.[12]

    • If needed, add additional drops of food coloring to make the colors of the batter more vibrant.
  5. Add 1-2 tsp (4.67 g) of 1 colored batter into each of the 12 muffin cups. Divide the first colored batter as evenly as you can between the 12 muffin cups. Use the back of a spoon to help smooth out the batter to create the bottom layer.[13]

    • Try to arrange your colors according to those found within a rainbow—purple, blue, green, yellow, orange, and red.
  6. Continue to add different layers of batter until the muffin cups are filled. Make sure to use the back of a clean spoon to carefully smooth out each layer before adding another color. When you are finished, each of the cupcake liners will be filled with batter.[14]

    • Do not stir the batter colors together, as this will muddy the colors and ruin the illusion of the different layers.
  7. Bake your cupcakes in the oven at for about 20 minutes. Gently poke the cupcakes with a cake tester or a fork to see if the batter is still gooey. If the centers of the cupcakes aren't cooked, allow them to continue baking for 1-2 minutes.[15]
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    • If you used a boxed cake mix to make the cupcake batter, follow the baking instructions for that particular cake mix.
  8. Let the cupcakes rest in the pan for 5 minutes and then put them on a rack. Once the cupcakes have rested, carefully place the cupcakes onto a baking rack to cool off at room temperature for 1-2 hours. This will make it easier to decorate the cupcakes, but it will also give the cupcakes a chance to firm.[16]
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    • Do not attempt to frost the cupcakes until they are completely cool. Otherwise, the icing will melt and slide off your cupcakes.
    • Speed up the process by placing your cupcakes in the refrigerator for approximately 30 minutes.

[Edit]Decorating Your Rainbow Cupcakes

  1. Create a cloud of white, vanilla icing on top of your rainbow cupcakes. Fill a sandwich bag with your vanilla icing, and cut one of the bottom corners off. Gently squeeze the icing onto the cupcake using a circular motion. Make the swirl of icing as large or as small as you want. The vibrant colors of the cupcakes will contrast nicely with the white frosting.[17]
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    • Make the icing swirl about for a dramatic topping, or make it thick for a more subtle look.
    • If you are feeling adventurous, consider making a homemade vanilla icing. Experiment by adding in some cool whip to give the icing a fluffy or cloud-like effect.
  2. Contrast the sweet cupcakes with a buttercream or cream cheese frosting. Spread about layer of either buttercream or cream cheese frosting onto each of your cupcakes. Add more if you want, but know that the taste of these dense icings may overpower the taste of the cupcake.[18]
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  3. Color your icing by stirring in drops of food coloring. Before piping the icing on top your cupcakes, add 1-3 drops of food coloring to give it a subtle or vibrant color that will complement the look of your cupcakes. Choose a color that is used in your cupcakes, or choose a color that you didn't get the chance to use.[19]
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    • Refrain from using too many different colors of icing on a single cupcake, as this may detract from the hard work you put into creating the colorful cupcake layers.
    • Alternatively, make your cupcakes look like a rainbow when presented together by using a single color of icing for each cupcake. Use red icing on 2 cupcakes, orange icing on another 2 cupcakes, and so on.
  4. Use sprinkles and colored sugar to add more color to your cupcakes. Use sprinkles or colored sugar to dress up the icing on each of your cupcakes. Use a rainbow of colors that reflect the colors used within your cupcake, or simply choose your favorite color to make it an accent.[20]
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    • Using blue sprinkles on top of a white cloud of icing will give the illusion of a blue sky.

[Edit]Warnings

  • Be careful not to stir together the different colors of the batter while layering them into the cupcake liners. Otherwise, your colors may look muddy once cooked.[21]

[Edit]Things You'll Need

  • 12-cup muffin tin
  • 12 white, paper cupcake liners
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • 1 large mixing bowl
  • 1 medium-sized mixing bowl
  • 1 small mixing bowl
  • 4-6 small bowls to divide the batter into
  • 4-6 spoons
  • Whisk
  • Standing mixer or hand mixer

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  1. https://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/food-network-kitchen/rainbow-cupcakes-3589733
  2. https://www.tasteofhome.com/recipes/rainbow-cupcakes/
  3. https://www.allrecipes.com/recipe/218044/rainbow-cupcakes/
  4. http://www.dianasdesserts.com/index.cfm/fuseaction/bakingtips.ingredientsubstitutions/IngredientSubstitutions.cfm
  5. https://www.allrecipes.com/recipe/218044/rainbow-cupcakes/
  6. https://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/food-network-kitchen/rainbow-cupcakes-3589733
  7. https://www.allrecipes.com/recipe/218044/rainbow-cupcakes/
  8. https://www.allrecipes.com/recipe/218044/rainbow-cupcakes/
  9. https://www.tasteofhome.com/recipes/rainbow-cupcakes/
  10. https://www.allrecipes.com/recipe/218044/rainbow-cupcakes/
  11. https://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/food-network-kitchen/rainbow-cupcakes-3589733
  12. https://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/food-network-kitchen/rainbow-cupcakes-3589733
  13. https://www.bbc.com/food/recipes/rainbow_cupcakes_36373
  14. https://www.bbc.com/food/recipes/rainbow_cupcakes_36373
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  17. https://www.the-girl-who-ate-everything.com/because-life-isnt-always-rainbows-and/
  18. https://www.bbc.com/food/recipes/rainbow_cupcakes_36373
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  20. https://amyinthekitchen.com/rainbow-marbled-cupcakes/
  21. https://www.bbc.com/food/recipes/rainbow_cupcakes_36373

How to Store a Bike

Posted: 25 Mar 2020 05:00 PM PDT

Whether you have an expensive bike that you use every day or a cheap bike that you take out occasionally, it's important to store it securely. Think about your storage needs to determine where to keep your bike when you're not using it. Then, choose a storage rack so your bike isn't leaning against a wall. With a little care and consideration, your bike will be safe and sound until you're ready to ride.

[Edit]Steps

[Edit]Choosing a Storage Location

  1. Use your garage to easily store multiple bikes. If you have space in your garage, it's a great way to store bikes so they're not in your way. A garage is more secure than storing your bike outside and you don't have to worry about bringing a wet bike into your home.[1]
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    • To make it easier to get your bike in and out of the garage, designate a bike-only space so it doesn't get blocked by storage containers, vehicles, or clutter.
  2. Designate a small shed for your bike if you don't have garage space. Clear space in an outdoor shed if you want to park 1 or more bikes. The shed protects the bike from extreme weather and you can lock the door to secure your bike.[2]
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    • If you don't have space in your yard, consider placing a bike shed on an unused parking space.
  3. Set up a bike tent for an inexpensive and portable storage option. If you don't have a small shed on your property but you have outdoor space, buy a lightweight bike tent. You can quickly set this up just like a standard tent, but it's designed to fit 1 or 2 bikes.[3]
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    • Keep in mind that although a bike tent protects your bike from rain or wind, it's not a secure way to store your bike for a long time.
  4. Keep your bike indoors if you don't have a garage or outdoor space. If you don't have a yard or garage, you'll probably need to get creative with storing your bike inside. If your house or apartment has stairs, try hiding it under them or devote a small workroom to storing the bike.[4]
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    • You can display your bike and make it part of your home's decor. Consider hanging it on the wall in one of your main living spaces. You can even buy or make a bike display shelf.

[Edit]Picking a Storage Rack

  1. Purchase a floor stand if you only want to store 1 bike. If you're looking for a simple storage solution that doesn't require you to lift or move the bike, buy a bike floor stand. This looks like a long metal bar that bends up at 1 end. To store your bike, roll the front or back wheel into the middle of the stand and it will stay in place.[5]
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    • Floor stands are a good option if you're storing the bike indoors, in a shed, or in a bike tent.
  2. Choose a vertical stand if you want to take up less storage space. Look for a bike stand that has a vertical pole and clamp near the top. Lift up the bike so you can clamp the seat post in place. This raises the bike up a little so only 1 tire is on the ground.[6]
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    • You can use a vertical bike stand indoors, in a bike shed or tent, or in the garage.
    • This is also a good option if you don't want to install a hook or mount to your wall or ceiling.
  3. Install a hook, hinge, or mount to the wall if you want to keep the bike off of the floor. If you don't have a lot of space and don't want your bike resting on the ground, buy a hook to screw into the wall. You could also purchase a hinge or horizontal wall mount that installs directly into the wall. Then, lift your bike by the frame or wheel so it hangs on the mount.[7]
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    • For example, if you use a horizontal wall mount, you'll lift the bike up so both ends are suspended by the mount. If you're using a hook, you'll probably need to hang just 1 of the tires by the hook so the bike dangles.
  4. Install a ceiling-mounted pulley if you want to maximize storage space. If you have limited space in your garage or entryway but want to store your bikes inside, buy a ceiling-mounted pulley. Hook a clamp attached to a rope to each end of your bike. Then, pull on the rope so the pulley raises the bike to the ceiling.[8]
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    • This is a good option if you want to be able to park cars in your garage without your bike getting in the way.

[Edit]Protecting Your Bike from Damage

  1. Avoid leaning the bike against a wall. Always use a storage rack when you're not using your bike instead of propping it against a wall or immovable object. Propping the bike can damage the frame, gears, and seat over time. Your bike can also fall over since it's not secure.[9]
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    • Leaning the bike puts pressure on parts, which can cause them to loosen.
  2. Drape a tarp above the bike to protect it from dust and moisture. Hang a thin tarp over the bike so it's suspended above the bike. If you can, drape the tarp over something that's taller than the bike so it doesn't come into contact with the bike. Then, secure the bottom of the tarp in place with bungees, stakes, or rope.[10]
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    • If you completely encase the bike in a tarp, the material can trap moisture which causes the bike to rust.
  3. Put a full bike cover over your bike if you're storing it for a long time. Purchase a bike cover made of a stretchy elastic material that conforms to the shape of your bike. Cover the bike if you plan to store the bike outside or in your garage for the long term.[11]
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    • The cover prevents the bike from getting scratched, stained, or faded. Most are waterproof too, which prevents the bike from rusting.
  4. Use at least 1 type of lock to keep your bike secure. If you're storing your bike anywhere outside, it's a good idea to lock it with a heavy-duty lock. Buy a "U" or "D" shaped lock and thread it through the frame so you can lock it to an immovable object. To make it harder to steal, thread heavy chains or a cable lock through the wheels and secure them to the object.[12]
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    • Avoid using locks that are thin since these are easy to cut.
  5. Clean and prep the bike if you're storing outside for the long term. Take off any electronic parts that might stop working because of exposure to moisture or extreme cold. Then, clean your bike with water and dry it thoroughly. Spread a lubricant on parts of the bike that might rust, such as the bolts, drivetrain, or spokes.[13]
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    • You can also spray a rust-inhibitor if you have a steel-frame bike.
    • Remember to thoroughly clean the bike and pump up the tires before you plan on using it again.

[Edit]Tips

  • If you're still unsure about how to store your bike, check your local cycling center or bicycle club for ideas.

[Edit]References

How to Style a Poncho

Posted: 25 Mar 2020 09:00 AM PDT

Ponchos are flowy garments that usually only have a hole for your head and billow out over your arms. Styling ponchos can be difficult since they don't hold a shape well. If you have a poncho that you'd like to wear but you aren't sure how, try dressing it up with a mini-skirt or tights, keeping it casual with skinny jeans or wide-legged pants, and adding heels or tennis shoes to complete your look.

[Edit]Steps

[Edit]Dressing up Your Poncho

  1. Wear your closed, knee-length poncho as a dress for a fashion-forward outfit. If you really want to turn heads on the street, try throwing on your poncho over some tights to wear it as a dress. Make sure your poncho is about as long as a mini-dress to create this look.[1]
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    • You can also forego the tights if it is warm enough out.
  2. Choose a midi-dress or skirt for a layered look. Throw on your poncho over a midi-dress or skirt that hits you at the knees to show off the pattern of your other layer. Make sure the dress and the poncho complement each other in color or pattern so that your outfit doesn't clash.[2]
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    • Keep your dress solid-colored if you have a patterned poncho for an interesting effect.
    • This look can create a top-heavy effect, so use caution if you are trying to avoid that.
  3. Try a poncho over a maxi-dress to keep warm and look stylish. Ponchos are already pretty heavy and have a lot of fabric. Play up this look by putting one on over a full-length skirt or dress that reaches your ankles. This look can keep you warm in the winter while also showing off your style.[3]
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    • A gray or cream poncho pairs well with a light-colored or patterned maxi-dress.
    • You can use a poncho that opens at the front if you want to show off the top of your dress.
  4. Pair your poncho with trousers for a work-appropriate look. A solid-colored poncho is a great look over some pinstriped or dark-colored dress trousers. Wear a button-down shirt underneath your poncho to take it to the office and look both cool and professional.[4]
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    • A white or cream poncho looks great with navy or dark green trousers.
    • Throw on a purple or maroon poncho with some black pants for a nice contrast.

[Edit]Creating a Casual Look

  1. Show off your legs by wearing a poncho over a mini-dress or skirt. Ponchos generally hit just above or below the waist. You can emphasize your legs by throwing on a mini-dress or skirt that shows off some skin. If your poncho is longer, make sure it ends just above the hem of your dress or skirt.[5]
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    • A vibrant poncho over a neutral mini-skirt is a great contrasting look.
  2. Go for a retro look with some flared jeans. Ponchos are already a call-back to the era of bell-bottom jeans. Embrace this look with some light-wash flared bottoms and a plain top. Wear a shorter poncho with pants like this so that your outfit isn't too heavy.[6]
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    • Classic ponchos don't have an opening in the front, so wear one of those to call back to the classic style.
    • Brown ponchos look great over light-wash jeans.
    • Emphasize this look even more by wearing a pair of large sunglasses.
  3. Create a sleek silhouette by wearing a poncho with skinny jeans. Ponchos are top-heavy, so if you want to emphasize your shape underneath, throw on some skin-tight jeans or pants. This look creates a nice contrast between the heavy flow up top and the form-fitting bottoms.[7]
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    • Wear a fitted T-shirt or long-sleeve shirt with your poncho to enhance the form-fitting look.
  4. Embrace a fashion-forward look with wide, oversized pants. Ponchos are often worn on the runway with large trousers that play up the oversized look. Draw inspiration from high-fashion by pairing your poncho with wide-legged trousers that complement your poncho in either color or pattern.[8]
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    • Wear a flowy top to increase the oversized look.
    • This outfit is great for staying warm in the winter.
  5. Create a modern look with a poncho and distressed jeans. Since ponchos have been around for so long, you may want to modernize them with an updated style. Throw on some ripped or distressed jeans underneath of your poncho to show that you have an updated sense of fashion while combining it with a classic piece.[9]
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    • Put on a band T-shirt to modernize your outfit even more.
    • Light-wash distressed jeans create a nice balance with a darker colored poncho.
  6. Wear an open poncho over shorts for a contrasting outfit. Since ponchos are normally worn in the cold months, you can create an interesting look by putting one on over a pair of fitted shorts. Make sure your shorts hit above the knee and aren't too baggy in the waist. Open up the front of your poncho to show off your interesting outfit.[10]
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    • Wear a tank top underneath your poncho to embrace the summer vibe.

[Edit]Adding Shoes and Accessories

  1. Elevate your poncho with chunky heels. If you are wearing your poncho over a dress, you can add large heels or platform shoes to stick with the oversized look of the poncho. Match your shoes with the color of your other layers or stick with the color of your poncho for a cohesive outfit.[11]
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    • Chunky heels also go well with bell-bottom jeans or flared trousers.
  2. Stay comfortable and casual by wearing sneakers with your poncho. If you're wearing jeans or trousers with your poncho, you can stick with the casual look by wearing a pair of sneakers. Throw on some high-tops or some tennis shoes to stay comfortable throughout the day.[12]
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    • Skinny jeans, a poncho, and high-top sneakers make a classic outfit that can be worn almost anywhere.
  3. Wear tall boots to accentuate your legs and dress up your look. Since ponchos can be top-heavy, throw on some knee-high or thigh-high boots to call attention to the skin you are showing. Wear your boots with a mini-skirt or dress for a chic, sophisticated outfit.[13]
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    • You can also wear tall boots over tights if you are wearing your poncho as a dress.
  4. Keep your poncho casual with some strappy sandals. If you are wearing your poncho to a casual event, stick with that theme by wearing casual shoes. Strappy sandals or flip flops work great with a poncho over leggings. You can wear this outfit to the beach to keep you warm as the sun goes down or to an outdoor party.[14]
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    • Wool ponchos are great for keeping you warm in the summer months.
  5. Add thin heels to keep your poncho classy. If you are wearing your poncho over a mini-dress or some formal trousers, stick with the classy style of your outfit by throwing on some thin, stiletto heels. These shoes will elevate your poncho to make it more formal and sophisticated.[15]
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    • This look works great with a neutral, plain-colored poncho, like black or navy blue.
  6. Cinch your poncho at the waist with a belt to emphasize your curves. If you want to wear a poncho but you still want to accentuate your waist, throw on a belt that sits just above your hips. This will cinch the poncho inwards and give you more of an hourglass shape.[16]
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    • If your poncho has an opening at the front, you can use the belt to drape it open.

[Edit]Tips

  • Try on your outfits in front of a full-length mirror so you can see the entire look.

[Edit]References

How to Read CBD Oil Labels

Posted: 25 Mar 2020 01:00 AM PDT

Cannabidiol (CBD) is a chemical found in hemp and marijuana plants that can be extracted and used to ease pain, reduce stress or anxiety, and lower the chance of seizures without giving you a high. When you buy CBD oil, check the label on the packaging so you can see if it's good quality. Each package of CBD oil has a different potency, so make sure you know the strength of the oil you're taking. Continue reading the label to find out how the company manufactures the product to determine if it's safe to use. With a little bit of research, you'll be able to pick a CBD oil that works for you!

[Edit]Steps

[Edit]Determining the Potency

  1. Find the amount of CBD in the oil listed in milligrams. The amount of CBD will be clearly labeled on the front of the package so you can easily find it. Check next to the number to see if it's the amount in the entire package or per serving. If you're trying CBD for the first time, choose an oil with less CBD so you can get used to how it affects your body.[1]
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    • The amount of CBD in the package is not the same as the package size.
    • Some CBD oils may be mislabeled and could contain more or less CBD. Research the CBD oil's manufacturer and pick one that lists accurate amounts.[2]
  2. Compare the package's size to the amount of CBD to learn the concentration. Look near the bottom of the label to find the total amount of oil in the package. Divide the amount of CBD by the size of the package so you know the oil's potency. Compare the potencies of multiple oils so you can choose one that works best for you.[3]
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    • For example, if a 15 mL bottle contains 500 mg of CBD, then the equation would be 500/15 = 33.3 mg of CBD per mL.
    • CBD oil affects everyone differently. While it may only take you 1 dose of oil for you to feel it, another person may need multiple doses or a higher potency to feel the same effect.
  3. Make note of the serving size on the nutritional label. Check the supplement information listed on the back or side of the package to find the serving size. CBD oils usually have serving sizes of 0.5 or 1 mL, but it may vary depending on the product you're using. The label will also list how many servings are included in the package.[4]
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    • Don't use more than the serving size listed until you know how CBD oil affects your body.
    • Too much CBD can give you adverse reactions and make your conditions feel worse.
  4. Check if the CBD oil contains any THC. Since CBD oil is extracted from hemp or marijuana, it may contain trace amounts of tetrahydrocannabinol (THC), which is the chemical that gets you high. Look on the label near the amount of CBD or on the nutritional panel on the back of the package to find the amount of THC. Usually, high-quality CBD oils will have less than 0.3% THC and will not give you a high. If you can't find the amount of THC listed on the package, avoid getting the oil since it may be low-quality.[5]
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    • Check the laws and regulations on CBD in your area since they may vary.

[Edit]Checking the Manufacturing Process

  1. Look for full-spectrum or isolate to determine if the oil uses the whole plant. Full-spectrum oil contains other chemicals from hemp plants to help enhance the effects of the CBD. Isolate oils only use pure CBD from the plant, but they may be less effective. Check the front of the package or near the nutritional information to see what kind of CBD oil you have.[6]
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    • Some labels may say "whole-plant" instead of "full-spectrum."
    • Full-spectrum oils may contain trace amounts of THC while isolate oils will not. If you are drug-tested on a regular basis, choose an isolate oil instead.
  2. Check for the oil's extraction process to make sure it's safe to consume. There are multiple ways to extract CBD oil, but some of them use toxic chemicals that aren't safe to use. Check near the nutritional information to see if they list the extraction process on the package. If they list CO2 or ethanol as an extraction process, the oil will be safe for you to use. However, if they use a chemical like butane, then it may not be safe to use.[7]
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    • If you can't find the extraction process on the label, look on the product's website to see if it's listed there.
    • Don't buy CBD oil if you aren't able to find the extraction method.
  3. See if the label lists the percentages of each ingredient. Check on the nutritional panel for a list of the ingredients included in your CBD oil. If you have a good-quality oil, then each ingredient and their amounts should be on the package. If you don't see an ingredients list on the package, then there may be additives in the oil that could be harmful.[8]
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    • If you don't see cannabidiol in the ingredients or it only says "hemp oil," then there it may have a lower amount of CBD than what's listed on the package.
  4. Search for the batch number so you can check lab reports on the oil. Manufacturers usually have third-party labs test the CBD oil to check the purity and make sure it's safe to consume. Check for a batch number printed or stamped onto the package. Look up the product and the batch number online to see the lab results so you know what's in the CBD oil.[9]
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    • If you don't find a batch number or third-party lab testing listed on the package, then the CBD oil may be low-quality.
  5. Pay attention to the expiration date. The expiration date is usually printed on the side or bottom of the CBD oil package. If you're close to the expiration date, avoid getting or using the oil since it will start to lose its effectiveness. Only buy the CBD oil if you think you'll use all of it before the expiration date.[10]
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    • If you don't see an expiration date on the package, then don't use the CBD oil since you don't know if it's still effective.

[Edit]Expert Advice

Keep these warnings in mind when choosing a product:

  • Do not buy a CBD product from a company you don't know anything about, or any product that isn't sealed or labeled.
  • Smoking or vaping any substance, including CBD, will irritate your lungs and could result in the development of lesions or other respiratory issues.
  • Do not rely on CBD to treat significant psychiatric disorders like schizophrenia or bipolar. Instead, work with a licensed therapist who specializes in those conditions.

[Edit]Tips

  • Many CBD oils have customer service lines listed on the package so you can call a representative and ask any further questions you have.

[Edit]Warnings

  • Talk to your doctor before starting CBD oil since it could have negative interactions with other medications you take.[11]
  • Side effects of CBD oil may include, nausea, dry mouth, fatigue, and irritability.[12]

[Edit]References

[Edit]Quick Summary

How to Make a Sandwich

Posted: 24 Mar 2020 05:00 PM PDT

A sandwich is a quick meal that you can make easily with a variety of ingredients you have around your home. Sandwiches usually consist of meat, cheese, vegetables, and condiments in between 2 slices of bread. You can experiment with different ingredients in your sandwich or you can follow a recipe to make a well-known classic. Once you make your sandwich, enjoy it hot or cold with your favorite side!

[Edit]Steps

[Edit]Making Meat Sandwiches

  1. Use sliced meat and cheese for a classic lunch sandwich. Cold cut deli meat and cheese is standard in a lot of simple sandwiches since they're easy to assemble. Try different deli meats, such as ham, turkey, or roast beef, to see what you like the best and layer a few slices on your bread. Then pick your favorite type of cheese to put on top of the meat. Spread mayonnaise or mustard on one of your bread slices and assemble your sandwich.[1]
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    • Some classic combinations you can try are ham or turkey with Swiss cheese, or roast beef and Cheddar.
    • Toast the sandwich if you want to melt the cheese and heat the meat.
    • Layer multiple slices of meat, cheese, toast, and vegetables to make a club sandwich.
  2. Try a BLT for a tasty toasted sandwich. Cook 3-4 strips of bacon in a frying pan or in your oven until they're crispy and set them on a paper towel to absorb some of the grease. Lightly toast your bread so it's golden brown and crunchy. Place bacon, tomato, and lettuce on top one of the bread slices and put mayo on the top slice of your sandwich to finish your BLT.[2]
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    • Include avocado slices or use turkey bacon if you want to make your sandwich healthier.
    • Try different kinds of bacon, such as maple-infused or hickory smoked, to change the flavor of your BLT.
  3. Make a sandwich with egg and bacon for a breakfast option. Start by cooking the bacon in a frying pan or in your oven until the strips are crispy. Either fry your eggs or scramble them so it's easier to put on your sandwich. Toast your bread and layer the bacon and eggs on the bottom. Top your sandwich with cheese and mayonnaise to finish it so you can enjoy breakfast.[3]
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    • Put vegetables, like tomatoes, onions, or peppers, in your eggs to make your sandwich have a fresh flavor.
    • Use a biscuit or an English muffin instead of bread if you want your sandwich to feel more like a breakfast meal.
  4. Have a reuben for a salty and tangy sandwich. Cut 2 slices of rye or pumpernickel bread and spread butter on them. Set one of the slices buttered side down in a pan, and layer slices of corned beef and Swiss cheese on top of the slice. Spread sauerkraut and Russian dressing on top of the meat and cheese before topping it with the other slice of bread. Heat the sandwich over medium-low heat and flip it over when one side gets crispy.[4]
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    • Compress the sandwich with another skillet while it's cooking to flatten it and make it easier to eat.
    • Try having reubens with different meats, like roast beef or chicken, if you want to experiment with flavors.
    • Include pickles on your reuben if you want another sour, tangy flavor to go with the sauerkraut.
  5. Cook a tuna melt for a delicious fish sandwich. Drain a can of tuna so it doesn't have any liquid left. Mix the tuna with mayonnaise, salt, and pepper to give it some flavor before spreading it onto your slices of bread. Include slices of your favorite cheese and vegetables before toasting the bread in a pan over medium-low heat. Flip the sandwich once it's golden brown on one side and let it finish cooking.[5]
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    • Mix hot sauce into your tuna if you want to make your sandwich spicier.
    • Chop onions and peppers to mix in with your tuna if you want to add crunch to your sandwich.

[Edit]Making a Basic Sandwich

  1. Choose your favorite type of bread for the sandwich. Any type of bread will work for your sandwich, so pick the one that you like the most. If you want something healthier, look for whole grain or multigrain to get helpful nutrients and fibers. You can either used pre-sliced bread or buy an entire loaf to cut your own. Use 2 slices of the bread you choose and lay them flat on your plate so you can easily build your sandwich on top of them.[6]
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    • Look for different types of bread, like sourdough, pumpernickel, or rye, to see how they affect the overall flavor of your sandwich.
    • If you want to make a large sub sandwich, cut a baguette horizontally down the middle to use as the top and bottom pieces.
    • Try using buns or rolls instead of sliced bread if you want to make smaller sandwiches.
    • Look for pitas or tortillas if you'd rather have a wrap.
  2. Spread your condiments directly onto the bread. Try condiments like mayonnaise, mustard, ketchup, or a dressing to add more flavor to your sandwich. Spread a thin layer of the condiments on the bread with a knife so they cover the entire slice. Be careful not to use too much of a condiment or else it will drip out or spill easily when you try to eat the sandwich. You can put the condiments on both slices of bread or just one depending on how much you want to use.[7]

    • Experiment with different condiments to find new sandwich flavors. For example, you may use pesto, hummus, or Greek yogurt instead of a standard condiment.
    • You can also put a condiment directly on another component of your sandwich if you want the flavors to interact. For example, you may put hot sauce directly on meat to make it spicier.
  3. Put meats and cheeses on the bottom of the sandwich. Choose one of the bread slices to use as the bottom for your sandwich so you can start assembling it. Start layering thin slices of meat or cheese on the bottom slice bread so they're less likely to slip out while you're eating it. Look for low-sodium or low-calorie options if you want to make your sandwich healthier. Use at least 2-4 slices of meat and 1 piece of cheese so the bread isn't the dominant flavor.[8]

    • Common sandwich deli meats include turkey, ham, roast beef, or bologna.
    • Try different types of cheeses with your sandwich. Common choices are Swiss, American, Cheddar, Muenster, and Provolone.
    • You can also use whole pieces of meat, like chicken breast or piece of steak, to make a heartier sandwich.
    • If you're not using meat in your sandwich, then put heavier vegetables on the bottom, such as cucumbers or tomatoes.
  4. Add vegetables to your sandwich to add more texture. Classic sandwich vegetables include lettuce, tomato, and onions, but you can include whatever you want when you make your own. Layer the vegetables on top of the meat and cheese, keeping the heavier vegetables near the bottom and the lighter ones at the top. Try to include at least 1-2 vegetables in your sandwich so you can have a healthy meal and so you have different textures when you bite into it.[9]

    • If you want to add leafy greens, try using lettuce, spinach, arugula, or basil.
    • Add tomatoes, onions, and peppers to add fresh flavors to your sandwich. You can either sauté the vegetables or leave them raw.
    • Put avocado slices or alfalfa sprouts for different textures and flavors.
  5. Season the sandwich to enhance the flavor. Shake a small amount of salt and pepper onto the sandwich to make it taste better. Try different spices or herbs you may have, like basil, oregano, or cayenne pepper, if you want to give your sandwich an additional kick. Only use a tiny pinch of each spice so the flavors aren't too overwhelming.[10]
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  6. Toast the sandwich if you want it hot or crunchy. Heating up your sandwich can help make the bread crispy and make it more enjoyable to eat. Place your sandwich on a baking sheet and place it in an oven preheated to until the cheese is melted or the bread is golden brown. Take the sandwich out of the oven and put the slice of bread on top to finish your sandwich.[11]

    • You can also toast your sandwich in a pan over medium-low heat. Be sure to spray the pan with cooking oil or butter so the bread doesn't burn.
    • If you want to toast your bread, wait to put on vegetables like lettuce or tomatoes so you can have a fresh flavor.
  7. Cut your sandwich so it's easier for you to eat. Once your sandwich is completely assembled, press down on the top piece of bread to compress the sandwich so it's easier to cut. Use a serrated knife to cut through the sandwich so it doesn't fall apart. You can either cut the sandwich diagonally or into rectangles depending on what you prefer. After you cut the sandwich, eat it and enjoy your meal![12]
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    • You don't need to cut the sandwich if you don't want to.
    • If you want to save some of your sandwich for later, wrap it in foil or a plastic bag and keep it in the fridge to preserve it.

[Edit]Trying Vegetarian Sandwiches

  1. Make a peanut butter and jelly sandwich for a simple meal. Choose chunky or creamy peanut butter depending on what you prefer, and spread a thin layer of it on a slice of your bread. Then pick your favorite type of jelly and spread it on the other slice of bread. Assemble the sandwich and serve it.[13]
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    • Use jam or preserves if you want actual fruit pieces in your sandwich.
  2. Enjoy a grilled cheese if you want a classic sandwich. Choose a slice of your favorite cheese and place it between 2 slices of bread. Butter the outsides of the bread slices and put it on a pan over medium-low heat. Flip the sandwich once it's golden brown on one side and let the cheese melt completely before serving it.[14]
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    • Serve your grilled cheese with tomato soup so you can dip your sandwich.
    • Make a tomato and mozzarella sandwich for an Italian-style grilled cheese.
    • Include vegetables, like onions, peppers, or tomatoes, to make your sandwich healthier.
    • Put apples on your grilled cheese for a sweet and savory sandwich.
  3. Have a California veggie sandwich for a healthy, loaded option. Spread a thin layer of mashed avocado on one of the slices of bread to start. Layer vegetables like sliced cucumbers, lettuce, tomatoes, onions, and shredded carrots to add as many flavors as you want. Top your sandwich with Greek yogurt or goat cheese to add a different flavor to the sandwich before serving it.[15]
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    • Use pickled vegetables to add a sour flavor and a crunch when you bite into it.
    • If you want to have a creamy, earthy flavor on your sandwich, try spreading goat cheese on one of the bread slices.
  4. Eat an egg salad sandwich for a rich flavor. Chop hard-boiled eggs into small cubes and mix them with mayonnaise, lemon juice, mustard, green onions, and celery. Season your egg salad with salt, pepper, and any other spices you want before chilling it in your fridge for 1 hour. Put the egg salad on your slices of bread and top it with lettuce to finish your sandwich.[16]
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    • Try the egg salad in a lettuce wrap if you want a low-carb meal.
    • Mix cayenne pepper and paprika in your egg salad if you want to give it a kick.
  5. Make a hummus pita for a Mediterranian-style sandwich. Toss shredded carrots, radishes, and red onion in a bowl with parsley, lemon juice, and olive oil to dress the vegetables. Open a slice of pita bread and spread hummus on the inside before putting some of your vegetable mixture in. Add chopped tomatoes, avocado slices, and other herbs into the pita to finish your sandwich.[17]
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    • You can buy pita pockets to make it easier to enjoy your sandwich.
    • Try different flavors of hummus to change how your sandwich tastes.

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Posted: 27 Mar 2020 06:51 PM PDT

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As the U.S. shuts down, StockX’s business is booming, says its CEO

Posted: 27 Mar 2020 06:07 PM PDT

StockX, the high-flying resale marketplace that connects buyers and sellers of sneakers, streetwear, handbags and other collectible items who agree on pricing, has seen its fortune rise along with the $6 billion global sneaker resale market, which is part of the broader $100 billion sneaker category. In fact, the company, which was assigned a billion-dollar-plus valuation last year, says $1 billion worth of merchandise was sold through its platform last year.

The big question is whether StockX can maintain its momentum. Not only are other rivals biting at the heels of the five-year-old, Detroit-based outfit, which has raised roughly $160 million from investors, but some believe the streetwear "bubble" is on the verge of bursting. Add to the mix a pandemic that’s putting millions of people out of work (and in some cases jeopardizing the health of those still showing up), and you might assume that answer is no.

Yet in an online event earlier this week hosted by this editor and conducted by Erin Griffith of the New York Times, StockX CEO Scott Cutler insisted that the exact opposite is true. By his telling, business is booming. In fact, perhaps unsurprisingly, he argued that StockX looks more durable than the traditional public market right now, and he’s well-acquainted with the latter, having earlier spent nine years as an executive with the New York Stock Exchange. (Cutler was also formerly an executive at eBay and StubHub.)

Below is part of their talk, edited lightly for length.

Griffith kicked off the interview by giving Cutler a chance to describe in his own words how StockX works.

“So if you’re a buyer of sneakers, you’ve got choices as to where you want to do that you could go to Nike or Adidas, you could go to a retailer . . . There are other marketplaces like eBay, as an example, where one person has an item to sell, and you would match and try and find that one person [who will buy it at their price] and that would be a unique peer-to-peer-based experience.”

“The difference for Stock x is that typically those items that are the most sought-after things from a retailer or brand and are never available at that retailer or brand. They’re released online, or they’re released in a store, and they and they vanish immediately. . . So as a buyer, you come into the experience knowing largely that you want a particular product. And we give you the opportunity to either buy that at the lowest price somebody is willing to sell that for, or put a bid out and say, ‘This is what I’m interested in paying for this product.’

“If you’re a seller, you don’t have to create a seller rating. You don’t have to create a profile. You don’t have to create a listing. You simply have something to sell, it’s in our catalog. And you either sell it at the highest price that somebody is willing to bid . .  . or you ask and say, ‘This is what I’m willing to sell this item for.’ So it’s a very much a trading market much like oil and commodities and equities, but in sneakers and collectible items.”

She asked who is driving the marketplace and whether that might be a small number of power users.

“Seventy-five percent of our customers are under the age of 35. And that customer is a now a wide demographic, I would say two years ago, it was defined in sneakers as a “sneakerhead,” meaning somebody that collected sneakers and bought and sell sneakers specifically. But today, that demographic, if you looked at millennials and Gen Z, as an example, 40% of them would define themselves as sneakerheads, and so that’s male and female, and this demographic is around the world. We have customers in over 170 countries and territories.”

Cutler went on to say that StockX is very well-positioned because, unlike with a lot of goods that people might find through Amazon or a Google search and thus compete on some level with them, StockX is itself the “first” shopping destination for most of its customers.

“Even the brands can’t provide access to [what’s for sale at StockX].  So that consumer comes to us as a first destination; they don’t go to those brands to shop to shop . . . That means that we have an incredible opportunity then to deliver exactly what that customer wants at the beginning of the journey, which is very rare in e-commerce, to be that first point of destination.”

Naturally, Griffith asked how the virus has impacted StockX’s bottom line. Cutler said it’s been “great for our business and growth.”

“The recent events over the last couple of months has been a benefit to our business. We’ve had more and more traffic and buyers coming to our site because in some respects, traditional retail in some geographies is not available. We thought we’ve always been a marketplace of scarcity, but now you can’t actually go into a real retail location, so you’re coming to StockX. So on the one hand, it’s been great for our for our business and for our growth.”

Cutler also acknowledged that to accommodate that growth, StockX needs people in the warehouses where sellers send goods so that StockX can authenticate them before shipping out to buyers. He said that StockX has “people in those centers that are coming to work right now, even in places like New Jersey that are certainly impacted.” He called it a “balancing” act of trying to ensure its team members feel “safe” while continuing to operate its business at scale around the world.

As for how, exactly, StockX is ensuring these employees are safe, he said that StockX is “operating under all of the local rules and regulations that we have in all the different places where we operate.” As an added sweetener, he said the company recently gave a “spot bonus” and increased the salaries of employees at its authentication centers by 25%.

And what happens if the warehouses are ordered to shut down or employees begin showing up with the virus? Griffith asked what StockX’s backup plan entailed.

Here, Cutler noted the company’s multiple authentication centers, saying that “in the event that we have to reroute traffic from one authentication center to the other, we will do that. We’ve been operating that way.” (He also said that business continuity planning is currently a “stand-up every single day [wherein] we go through site safety and security and any incidents that come up and we’re making decisions as a team every day on some of that routing logic.”)

Not last, Griffith wondered what kinds of conversations StockX’s venture investors are having with the company given everyone’s focus right now on belt-tightening. ((StockX is backed by DST Global, General Atlantic, GGV Capital Battery Ventures, and GV, among others.)

Cutler acknowledged that the “future, in some respects, is uncertain for many of us, in that you don’t know how long this is going to last.” He said that as the company looks to the future, it’s trying to factor in “different scenarios of macro shifts in demand, macro shifts in the supply chains that we think are going to be actually quite short-lived.” He said that in China, for example, where many supply chain factories went down this winter, many are back up to 80% or 90% of their previous capacity, adding that “depedinng on how this plays out here in the U.S. and in Europe, it could either be a very quick recovery —  or we have to be prepared for scenario where this could be extended for some time.”

Asked if StockX is recession-proof should the downturn last (Griffith noted that some of the pricier sneakers on the platform are “selling for thousands of dollars”), Cutler suggested that he hopes so for the sake of the businesses run off its platform. 

Said Cutler, “For a lot of our sellers, you have to appreciate that our they depend on StockX for their livelihood. They actually may be running a very sophisticated business that is selling sometimes thousands of pairs of sneakers every single day to [maybe] a student who’s using StockX to fund their education. So it’s it is really important that we remain up and operational because we’re providing a livelihood for those for those individuals.”

Cutler then compared StockX to the public equities markets, insisting that they aren’t so different and that, to his mind, StockX might even be the safer bet right now.

“We actually have buyers who see this time as a market opportunity and see the price of a rare Jordan 1 [shoe] that’s maybe coming down, and they say, ‘Hey, this is short lived,’ much like somebody may say, ‘Hey, the market is off a little.’

“They’re putting their money in sneakers,” Cutler continued, adding: “My portfolio right now in sneakers is still up on the year. That’s more than I can say about the S&P.”

John Borthwick & Matt Hartman of betaworks discuss coronavirus adaptation strategies

Posted: 27 Mar 2020 03:17 PM PDT

Yesterday, I had the pleasure of hopping on Zoom with betaworks’ John Borthwick and Matt Hartman to discuss the tech world’s adaptation to this new locked-down world, the future of new media and answer questions from the audience.

We discussed whether new media companies can raise capital right now, and touched on emerging trends around audio, voice, AR, live events, travel-related companies and many other topics.

It was a delight, and I’m excited to do more of these in the future.

For those of you who missed the Zoom, here’s a rundown of what we discussed (audio embed below).

Rocket startup Skyrora shifts production to hand sanitizer and face masks for coronavirus response

Posted: 27 Mar 2020 02:49 PM PDT

One of the newer companies attempting to join the rarified group of private space launch startups actually flying payloads to orbit has redirected its entire UK-based manufacturing capacity towards COVID-19 response. Skyrora, which is based in Edinburgh, Scotland, is answering the call of the UK government and the NHS to manufacturers to do what they can to provide much-needed healthcare equipment for frontline responders amid the coronavirus crisis.

Skyrorary says that the entirety of its UK operations, including all human resources and its working capital are now dedicated to COVID-19 response. The startup, which was founded in 2017, had been working towards test flights of its first spacecraft, making progress including an early successful engine test using its experimental, more eco-friendly rocket fuel that was completed in February.

For now, though, Skyrora will be focusing full on building hand sanitizer, its first effort to support the COVID-19 response. The company has already produce their initial batch using WHO guidelines and requirements, and now aims to scale up its production efforts to the point where it can manufacture the sanitizer at a rate of over 10,000 250 ml bottles per week.

There’s actually a pretty close link between rocketry and hand sanitizer: Ethanol, the form of alcohol that provides the fundamental disinfecting ingredient for hand sanitizer, has been used in  early rocket fuel. Skyrora’s ‘Ecosene’ fuel is a type of kerosene, however, which is a much more common modern aviation and rocket fuel.

In addition to sanitizer, Skyrora is now in talks with the Scottish Government to see where 3D-printed protective face masks might have a beneficial impact on ensuring health worker safety. It’s testing initial prototypes now, and will look to mass produce the protective equipment after those tests verify its output.

Plenty of companies are pitching in where they can, including by shifting their production lines and manufacturing capacity towards areas of greatest need. It’s definitely an ‘all-hands-on-deck’ moment, but there’s definitely a question of what happens to businesses that shift their focus this dramatically once the emergency passes, especially for young startups in emerging industries.

Duke University uses vaporized hydrogen peroxide to clean N95 face masks for reuse

Posted: 27 Mar 2020 02:31 PM PDT

With shortages of N95 face masks persisting nationwide, healthcare facilities are scrambling to find ways to clean and treat the masks for reuse to protect doctors and nurses most at risk of exposure to COVID-19.

Duke University thinks it has found a solution using vaporized hydrogen peroxide to decontaminate the masks.

The process uses specialized equipment to vaporize hydrogen peroxide, which can then infuse all the layers of the mask to kill germs (including viruses) without degrading mask material.

"This is a decontamination technology and method we've used for years in our biocontainment laboratory," said Scott Alderman, associate director of the Duke Regional Biocontainment Laboratory, in a statement.

The university said it has proven effective and will begin using the technology at all three of its hospitals, according to Matthew Stiegel, the director of the Occupational and Environmental Safety Office at Duke.

Ideally, the hospitals would be able to use fresh masks and not need to try to decontaminate their masks, but these are not ideal times.

Duke’s decision to use hydrogen peroxide to decontaminate N95 masks is based on published studies conducted in 2016, but the practice wasn’t widespread, because the industry wasn’t facing shortages. Those earlier studies also didn’t include fit-testing — or the resizing of masks for individual wearers — after cleaning. Duke has now done that efficacy testing in the real world, the university said.

"The ability to reuse the crucial N95 masks will boost the hospitals' ability to protect front-line healthcare workers during this time of critical shortages of N95 masks," said Cameron Wolfe, MD, associate professor of medicine and infectious disease specialist.

Monte Brown, MD, vice president at Duke University Health System, said the Duke team is working to spread the word about the technique, making the protocols widely available. He said several health systems and many pharmaceutical companies already have the needed equipment, which is currently used in different ways, and could ramp up operations to come to the aid of their local hospitals.

"We could stand up in front of our staff and state with confidence that we are using a proven decontamination method," Brown said. "It has been a proven method for years. While this alone will not solve the problem, if we and others can reuse masks even once or twice, that would be a huge benefit given the current shortages."

Attract, engage and retain employees in the new remote-work era

Posted: 27 Mar 2020 02:25 PM PDT

When looking for answers, where do people first turn? For many, it's Google.

During the first half of March, we saw Google searches for "work from home" reach a 12-month high, garnering at least 50% more search interest than the anticipated peak, which usually occurs within the first week of January. This number will continue to grow as outside circumstances evolve.

This search behavior reflects the world around us. Today, employees and employers alike are grappling with the new norm — at least for the short-term — which is working remotely. While having a remote-ready model in place was once viewed as a competitive advantage to attract talent, it's now a must-have to keep organizations afloat.

With vacant positions costing organizations around $680 daily, the impact that interrupted recruiting efforts can have on a business' bottom line is jarring. As such, HR professionals were early adopters of successful remote communication practices, learning lessons that can be applied across the business to successfully make personal connections without being in-person. Employers are doing all they can to address their existing employee base at this critical time, while also working hard to maintain their hiring efforts.

Having the right technology in place to sustain work-from-home practices is more important now than ever before. There are four steps that employers can take to successfully integrate and adapt successful virtual hiring technologies into their business continuity plans, considering all outside circumstances, and without sacrificing their productivity and unique company culture.

Prepare and plan. Employers have an obligation to provide their people with clear direction in times of disruption.

Trump orders GM to start ventilator production for COVID-19 amid contract dispute

Posted: 27 Mar 2020 01:57 PM PDT

President Donald Trump signed Friday a presidential directive ordering GM to produce ventilators and to prioritize federal contracts, just hours after the automaker announced plans to manufacture the critical medical equipment needed for patients suffering from COVID-19, the disease caused by the coronavirus.

The order, made under the Defense Production Act, marks a sudden reversal by Trump, who has touted the efforts by GM and other manufacturers to try to ramp up production of ventilators and personal protective gear that is in short supply as COVID-19 cases continue to rise. The order came amid a dispute with GM over a contract to produce the ventilators.

GM and its partner Ventec Life Systems had already announced plans to start producing the ventilators “at cost,” despite the lack of a federal contract. The order would force GM to prioritize federal contracts, which would prevent the automaker from selling to states, or at least make it more difficult.

“Our negotiations with GM regarding its ability to supply ventilators have been productive, but our fight against the virus is too urgent to allow the give-and-take of the contracting process to continue to run its normal course. GM was wasting time. Today’s action will help ensure the quick production of ventilators that will save American lives,” Trump said in a statement.

GM responded Friday afternoon to Trump’s order noting that it has been “working around the clock” with Ventec and its supply base “to meet this urgent need.”

“Our commitment to build Ventec's high-quality critical care ventilator, VOCSN, has never wavered,” the GM statement continues. “The partnership between Ventec and GM combines global expertise in manufacturing quality and a joint commitment to safety to give medical professionals and patients access to life-saving technology as rapidly as possible. The entire GM team is proud to support this initiative.”

Earlier Friday, GM said it would start producing Ventec Life Systems ventilators even as a purchase order with the federal government remained in limbo. The companies said Friday that the ventilators will be produced at GM’s engine plant in Kokomo, Ind., using about 1,000 workers.

The GM and Ventec announcement followed sharp criticism by Trump via several tweets that blasted GM and its CEO and chairman Mary Barra via Twitter, accusing the company of falling short of its promised capacity and asking for “top dollar,” a term that seems to imply the automaker was trying to profit off of the contract.

GM, which is a contract supplier for Ventec, has said it is “donating its resources at cost,” a term that means it will not profit off of any sales of the masks and ventilators it produces. Whether the federal government would sign a purchase order with the companies has been a lingering question that looked less certain as talks unfolded, according to sources.

Efforts to set up tooling and manufacturing capacity at the factory are already underway to produce Ventec’s critical care ventilator, VOCSN, according to GM. The automaker said production will begin in the next seven to 14 days with the first shipments of the FDA-cleared ventilators scheduled to begin in April. Ventec is also trying to ramp up production at its manufacturing facility in Bothell, Wash.

Separately, GM also said it will start next week producing Level 1 surgical masks at its Warren, Mich. manufacturing facility. The automaker expect to ramp up mask production capacity to 50,000 masks per day within the next two weeks with the potential to increase to 100,000 per day.

Trump’s tweets came after The New York Times reported that U.S. government officials canceled a planned announcement outlining the GM and Ventec deal to produce as many as 80,000 ventilators for the Federal Emergency Management Agency. The announcement, which was supposed to happen Wednesday, was canceled after FEMA balked at the more than $1 billion price tag.

TechCrunch has independently confirmed that the federal government canceled the announcement because of reservations over the cost. FEMA and White House trade adviser Peter Navarro had balked at the cost, according to a source at GM.

Trump’s tweets attacking Barra and GM — as well as calling for the automaker to start production at an Ohio factory that the automaker no longer owns — lies in stark contrast from public comments the president made earlier in the week when he touted efforts by companies to mobilize their resources to help alleviate a shortage of medical supplies such as face masks and ventilators.

Trump has repeatedly said he does not need to use the Defense Production Act to compel companies to help in the effort to manufacture needed supplies. But that changed Friday when he said he would use it because of the GM ventilator purchase order.

The cost of ventilators

As COVID-19 spread and health and government officials grew increasingly concerned about a shortage of ventilators and personal protective equipment, a number of manufacturers announced plans to ramp up production capacity or donate any existing supplies. GM was among that group.

On March 20, GM and Ventec announced plans to work to increase production of respiratory care products, a partnership that grew out of  StopTheSpread.org, a coordinated effort of private companies to respond to COVID-19.

Before that announcement was made, GM investigated the feasibility of sourcing the more than 700 components needed to build up to 200,000 of Ventec’s critical care ventilators called VOCSN. Ventec describes these VOCSN devices as multi-function ventilators that were cleared in 2017 by the FDA.

GM identified the Indiana plant as the likely location and determined it would need to build a new clean room within the factory that was large enough to produce the ventilators, according to the source. GM estimated it would cost about $750 million, a price that included retrofitting a portion of the engine plant, purchasing materials to make the ventilators and paying the 1,000 workers needed to scale up production, the source said. The remaining $250,000 of estimated costs came from Ventec.

GM estimated that it could ramp up production in time to deliver ventilators by mid-April, a time when states are expected to be dealing with a surge of COVID-19 cases. The companies said they are poised to deliver the first ventilators next month and ramp up to a capacity of more than 10,000 critical care ventilators per month with the infrastructure and capability to scale further.

We’ve come full rectangle: Polaroid is reborn out of The Impossible Project

Posted: 27 Mar 2020 01:22 PM PDT

More than a decade after announcing that it would keep Polaroid’s abandoned instant film alive, The Impossible Project has done the… improbable: It has officially become the brand it set out to save. And to commemorate the occasion, there’s a new camera, the Polaroid Now.

The convergence of the two brands has been in the works for years, and in fact Impossible Project products were already Polaroid-branded. But this marks a final and satisfying shift in one of the stranger relationships in startups or photography.

I first wrote about The Impossible Project in early 2009 (and apparently thought it was a good idea to Photoshop a Bionic Commando screenshot as the lead image), when the company announced its acquisition of some Polaroid instant film manufacturing assets.

Polaroid at the time was little more than a shell. Having declined since the ’80s and more or less shuttered in 2001, the company was relaunched as a digital brand and film sales were phased out. This was unsuccessful, and in 2008 Polaroid was filing for bankruptcy again.

This time, however, it was getting rid of its film production factories, and a handful of Dutch entrepreneurs and Polaroid experts took over the lease as The Impossible Project. But although the machinery was there, the patents and other IP for the famed Polaroid instant film were not. So they basically had to reinvent the process from scratch — and the early results were pretty rough.

But they persevered, aided by a passionate community of Polaroid owners, continuously augmented by the film-curious who want something more than a Fujifilm Instax but less than a 35mm SLR. In time the process matured and Impossible developed new films and distribution partners, growing more successful even as Polaroid continued applying its brand to random, never particularly good photography-adjacent products. They even hired Lady Gaga as “Creative Director,” but the devices she hyped at CES never really materialized.

Gaga was extremely late to the announcement, but seeing the GL30 prototype was worth it

In 2017, the student became the master as Impossible’s CEO purchased the Polaroid brand name and IP. They relaunched Impossible as “Polaroid Originals” and released the OneStep 2 camera using a new “i-Type” film process that more closely resembled old Polaroids (while avoiding the expensive cartridge battery).

Polaroid continued releasing new products in the meantime — presumably projects that were under contract or in development under the brand before its acquisition. While the quality has increased from the early days of rebranded point-and-shoots, none of the products has ever really caught on, and digital instant printing (Polaroid’s last redoubt) has been eclipsed by a wave of nostalgia for real film, Instax Mini in particular.

But at last the merger dance is complete and Polaroid, Polaroid Originals and The Impossible Project are finally one and the same. All devices and film will be released under the Polaroid name, though there may be new sub-brands like i-Type and the new Polaroid Now camera.

Speaking of which, the Now is not a complete reinvention of the camera by far — it’s a “friendlier” redesign that takes after the popular OneStep but adds improved autofocus, a flash-adjusting light sensor, better battery and a few other nips and tucks. At $100 it’s not too hard on the wallet, but remember that film is going to run you about $2 per shot. That’s how they get you.

It’s been a long, strange trip to watch, but ultimately a satisfying one: Impossible made a bet on the fundamental value of instant film photography, while a series of owners bet on the Polaroid brand name to sell anything they put it on. The riskier long-term play won out in the end (though many got rich running Polaroid into the ground over and over), and now with a little luck the brand that started it all will continue its success.

Attorney Sophie Alcorn answers readers’ immigration questions

Posted: 27 Mar 2020 01:09 PM PDT

We had a great time hosting noted immigration attorney Sophie Alcorn on a live conference call with Extra Crunch members earlier this week.

Sophie writes our "Dear Sophie" column, where she answers questions about immigration status, particularly for founders and others in the tech ecosystem who want to work in the United States.

In our conference call, we talked about the changes happening to H-1B visas, what COVID-19 is doing to the immigration system and some of the top concerns of founders in these perilous times. Below the jump, you’ll find an edited transcript, or you can listen to the call in its entirety.

As with all legal advice, always speak with your own retained attorney about specific details regarding your own cases as illustrative examples may or may not apply to your own unique situation.

The FDA just okayed multiple 15-minute blood tests to screen for coronavirus, but there are caveats

Posted: 27 Mar 2020 01:08 PM PDT

On Thursday, the FDA amended their emergency policy around diagnostic testing for SARS-CoV-2, the novel coronavirus that causes COVID-19. Following on a change made March 16, the agency opened the door for a number of specific private entities and labs to develop and distribute tests that can provide results on the spot in as little as 15 minutes — but there are some pretty big caveats to keep in mind as you hear about more of these coming to market.

The tests, which are “serological,” meaning they identify the presence of antibodies in a person’s blood, differ considerably from the molecular testing that is currently in use under Emergency Use Authorization (EUA) by FDA-approved labs and drive-through testing sites. The serological tests show that a person has developed antibodies to SARS-CoV-2, which means they very likely came into contact with it (and either have it, or have already recovered from having it). The molecular tests actually detect the presence of viral DNA in the blood stream, which is a much more definitive indicator that they currently have an active infection (at least at the time the swab was taken).

Serological tests have still been used widely in countries where the response to the COVID-19 pandemic has been shown to be effective, including in China, Taiwan and Singapore. They’ve also been used in different communities in the U.S., based on earlier guidelines around private lab diagnostics. But on March 26, the FDA named 29 entities that provided notification to the agency as required and are now therefore able to distribute their tests.

It’s important to note that these tests have not been reviewed or validated by the FDA, unlike those molecular tests that are included in the organization’s emergency use category. Instead, the FDA “does not intend to object to the development and distribution by commercial manufacturers” of these tests, provided they meet a number of criteria, including qualifying the results of their reported test results with the following information:

  • This test has not been reviewed by the FDA.
  • Negative results do not rule out SARS-CoV-2 infection, particularly in those who have been in contact with the virus. Follow-up testing with a molecular diagnostic should be considered to rule out infection in these individuals.
  • Results from antibody testing should not be used as the sole basis to diagnose or exclude SARS-CoV-2 infection or to inform infection status.
  • Positive results may be due to past or present infection with non-SARS-CoV-2 coronavirus strains, such as coronavirus HKU1, NL63, OC43, or 229E.

The FDA specifically notes in its emergency use FAQ that these entities have reported their own validation of these tests, and that they won’t be pursuing Emergency Use Authorization. That said, there’s now nothing stopping the entities on this list from distributing their tests, which means they will be able to be put to use in testing Americans and painting a larger picture of the potential spread of the novel coronavirus — with the caveat noted above that the FDA doesn’t consider these tests used alone to be positive confirmation of a definite SARS-CoV-2 case, or conversely, a sure indicator that someone doesn’t have the virus.

Still, in the absence of better options like expanded availability of the tests that are approved under the EUA, these serological tests (many of which can provide on-site results with just a pinprick of blood) will be useful in painting a more accurate picture of the overall spread and reach of the coronavirus, especially for smaller clinics, GP clinics and local labs that don’t have priority access to the equipment and supplies needed for the molecular testing efforts.

For instance, one test on this list, the Healgen Scientific COVID-19 IgG/IgM (Whole Blood/Serum/Plasma) Rapid Test Device, requires no instrumentation and can provide results in just 15 minutes. Distributor Ideal Rehab Care is working with its legal representation Fox Rothschild to begin importing the tests from Singapore for use “as soon as possible.”

The FDA updating its website with Healgen as one of the entities that have notified it of intent to use its serological test is what unlocked the ability for the company to begin distribution: It’s still illegal for anyone not on this list to do so, and the FDA still also specifically prohibits the use of at-home serological tests on its official guidelines.

It looks like Brandon Middaugh is heading up the $1B Microsoft climate fund

Posted: 27 Mar 2020 12:14 PM PDT

Earlier this year, Microsoft made waves in the corporate community by coming out with one of the most ambitious and wide-ranging strategies to reduce carbon emissions from the company’s operations.

Part of that plan was a $1 billion fund that would invest in climate change mitigation technologies — specifically focused on decarbonization. At the time, details were scarce, but it looks like the strategy is becoming a little more clear, with details beginning to emerge about who will be running the show.

According to sources — and a LinkedIn profile search — it appears that Brandon Middaugh is taking point on the investment fund.

Middaugh has been at Microsoft for more than four years and worked as one of the architects of the company’s climate strategy during her tenure at the company. In her previous role as part of the company’s Cloud Energy and Sustainability team, Middaugh led the distributed energy strategy and was a part of the partnership Microsoft initiated with the East Coast regional transmission organization, the PJM — which manages the power grid for a large swath of the Northeastern and Mid-Atlantic region of the U.S.

It appears that Middaugh is going to be taking point on the deployment of that $1 billion fund Microsoft announced in January, according to people who have discussed the company’s investments.

At the January event, Microsoft committed to going “carbon negative” by 2030 and said that it would remove by 2050 the equivalent of all the carbon it had emitted into the atmosphere since its founding in 1975. Those commitments are far more aggressive than any made by any other corporation in any industry.

Part of the plan involves expanding the carbon fee the company has imposed internally on its direct emission across its supply and value chains. The $1 billion fund is part of that effort to reduce emissions from suppliers and customers by financing projects and technologies that can reduce emissions with new generation or efficiency technologies, or capture and remove carbon from the atmosphere.

Equity and debt investments have to meet four criteria, including: the ability to drive meaningful decarbonization, climate resilience or other sustainability-related goals; have additional market impacts for future climate solutions; can address Microsoft’s own climate debt; and have implications for the unequal distribution of climate impacts.

Late last year, Amazon committed that it would move to 100% renewable energy powering its operations by 2030 and that it would achieve net zero carbon emissions by 2040. Meanwhile, Alphabet has been developing renewable energy projects under its moonshot division and has long been an investor in climate mitigation technologies, including the use of renewables to power its operations.

All of these efforts will need to be met by additional work from corporations and financial institutions across every industry if the world is to reduce the most dire effects of dramatic climate change. Already forest fires, flooding and other climate-related catastrophes have led financial investors and insurers to push for better mitigation strategies and to bring climate impacts front and center within corporate strategies.

Microsoft had not replied to a request for comment by the time of publication.

When is it time to stop fundraising?

Posted: 27 Mar 2020 12:04 PM PDT

No one wants to prepare for their fundraising round to fail. Many founders spend months (or even years) getting their businesses to a point where they're ready to pitch investors. But there are times when, no matter how hard you try, you're just not going to be able to close a deal.

With the current COVID-19 pandemic, the entire VC community is in a state of uncertainty, and there is no clear answer when it comes to the question, "can I still raise funds for my company?" However, there's hope for early-stage startups. We used the 2020 DocSend Startup Index to track Pitch Deck Interest among investors and found that last week, despite seismic changes across the country, pitch deck interest has only been 11.6% lower than the same week in 2019 so far.

We will be monitoring the Pitch Deck Interest Metric in the coming weeks, but if you're an early-stage startup and you were planning to raise, there is still opportunity to come away with a term sheet. But if things don't go as planned, how do you know if it's time to give up or if you just need to push through?

According to recent DocSend data, you'll know pretty quickly if it's time to call it quits. While the average founder who was successful in fundraising contacted 63 investors during their process, startups that weren't able to raise funds stopped at 27. Why stop? Because the founder listened to the feedback they were getting. If you hear the same concern or piece of feedback twice you should take it to heart, but if you hear it three times you probably need to stop and rethink things.

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The Pitch Deck Interest Metric declined 11.6% compared to the same week in 2019

According to our study on the fundraising process of pre-seed startups, founders who were unsuccessful in raising had just nine meetings. That should give you enough feedback to know if you have a deal breaker in your deck.

But negative feedback doesn't mean all is lost. In fact, of startups studied in the 2020 DocSend Startup Index, 86% reported that they were going to try to fundraise again after addressing the feedback they'd received.

Now might be the perfect time to rethink your fundraising approach

Posted: 27 Mar 2020 12:04 PM PDT

Many founders will have kicked off the new year with a new fundraising round. According to the data we shared last year, March, October and November were the months when VCs were reviewing the most decks.

But the COVID-19 pandemic has ground to a halt many industries, and there are even warnings that this will affect the next two quarters in regards to fundraising.

We've reviewed the data in our 2020 DocSend Startup Index and we've begun tracking the Pitch Deck Interest Metric. With San Francisco under a shelter-in-place order and many VCs scrambling to adjust their processes to an all-remote world, we saw pitch deck interest drop 11.6% when compared to the same week in 2019. While there has been a drop in interest so far, there is still a lot of activity, and VCs seem to still be reading pitch decks.

We will be monitoring the Pitch Deck Interest Metric in the coming weeks, but if you're an early-stage startup and are in the middle of your fundraise, or are about to fundraise, there are some things you can do to help insure your startup is ready for funding before you meet with any (more) investors.

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The Pitch Deck Interest Metric declined 11.6% compared to the same week in 2019

Expectations have shifted and will continue to do so

If you were about to kick off a fundraising round, you should have been prepared to contact 50 or more investors, have 20-30 meetings and spend somewhere around 20 weeks before you signed your term sheet. That's a lot of time and energy to invest, especially when the economy is poised for a downturn and you're most likely needed in other parts of your business.

If you've already started your round and are wondering if you should push through, I've written a piece on knowing when to quit and recalibrate versus when to push through (Extra Crunch membership required).

Many factors play into navigating a successful fundraising round, and the expectations of investors are constantly changing — specifically when it comes to the pre-seed round.

Investors are now looking for market-ready products and want to see pitch decks that feature the content they’re expecting. We expect to see this focus intensify over the coming months as VCs have more time to spend not just to review pitch decks, but on due diligence for companies in which they plan to invest. Our new report outlines advice for pre-seed startups that are looking to adjust their fundraising strategy.

Focus on an MVP, not just a great PowerPoint

Our analysis reveals a shift in the level of readiness required by institutional investment to receive pre-seed funding. In the past, pre-seed startups could get by with just an MVPP (Minimum Viable PowerPoint). But now, investors are placing their bets on pre-seed startups that have already entered the market and developed an alpha, beta or shipping product.

In fact, 92% of companies with successful pitch decks had either an alpha, beta or shipping product, where only 68% of companies with unsuccessful pitch decks presented the same type of product readiness.

stage of product development mvp vs mvpp

As the economy moves closer to a downturn we can expect VCs to be more cautious with their investments. The current data already shows a preference for companies that have live products; it's worth the time and effort to be product-ready coming into a pre-seed round or if you're a startup ready to tackle the round again with a fresh perspective.

Rethink your deck

That said, even if you do have an MVP, rethinking your pitch deck may be something else to consider. Here's a good test. Using your pitch deck, spend three to four minutes (that's all the time you'll get from a VC) to pitch your business to a friend or family member who knows nothing about your business. Afterward, ask them for a one-sentence description of your company. If they're not clearly describing what your company does and the problem it's trying to solve, you probably need to rethink your pitch deck.

According to our recent report, a "less is more" attitude toward creating a compelling pitch deck for meetings could mean more success in pre-seed fundraising.

Your pitch deck will be your main calling card right now. As community events are being replaced with online gatherings during the COVID-19 pandemic, we can expect to see less one-to-one engagement at these events. So pitching a VC in person is not likely to happen anytime soon. Whether you're sending them a cold email, or getting a warm intro from a portfolio company, you're going to need to lead with your pitch deck.

Despite the product taking a more prominent role in the fundraising round, the pitch deck is still a focal point and should be tailored to tell your story in the most effective way, as investors are spending less time evaluating them. On average, investors are spending just 3 minutes and 21 seconds on the pitch deck and the average deck is just 20 slides.

If you are in the process of reevaluating your pitch deck, it could be helpful to make sure your slides feature the right content in the right order. Investors spend nearly 50% more time on the product slides in successful pitch decks and over 18% longer on the business model in unsuccessful pitch decks. Additionally, investors spent more time on solution slides in successful decks than unsuccessful decks.

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It's a numbers game… to a certain extent

Another area that could benefit from reevaluation is the number of investors contacted, meetings held and the number of weeks spent in a funding round. Generally speaking, the average amount of investors contacted for successful fundraising rounds is 56, resulting in 26 meetings. On average, successful pre-seed startups will spend 20.5 weeks on fundraising.

When it comes to fundraising, there are diminishing returns for investor outreach. You shouldn't need to send your deck to more than 60-70 investors and have more than 20-30 meetings. If you're doing more than that, the ROI on your time just isn't worth it. Because the current crisis is affecting VCs’ willingness to invest, you're better off finding a small list of investors who are active and targeting your pitch to them. If you've reached out to more than 70 investors, but you're still faced with a wall of "nos" you're better off pausing your fundraising and addressing the feedback you've received so far. For more on when you should quit and reevaluate versus push through you can read my article here (Extra Crunch membership required).

how long does a pre seed round take

Another area pre-seed startups should evaluate is the number of founders of a company. Our data shows investors still prefer teams of two-three founders, though our data shows that being a solo founder is preferable to having too many founders. For teams of five founders, they averaged earning $195,085 while founding teams of three garnered $511,522.

This may be the right time to find a co-founder. With many people working from home or out of work, this could be the opportunity to take your idea and bring on the technical founder you need. There are online groups and events popping up everywhere in response to social distancing. If you're worried being a solo founder is going to hold you back, you may want to invest time in those new communities.

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Get some perspective

For many startups, especially if you are not in Silicon Valley where a substantial amount of funding happens, the process of fundraising can be very opaque. DocSend's purpose in analyzing this data is to bring some transparency to the process. This in turn provides perspective.

But what founders should do, if they haven't done so already, is to get some additional perspective. Talk to experts outside your immediate circle of influence. Don't have a mentor or advisors? Find them. Get a different take on your product idea or the market conditions. Especially now that community events are going virtual, location doesn't have to hold you back from joining the startup community and finding people to offer feedback on your product or company.

Fundraising is both an art and science. Combining the insights from our data with the benefit of your own community can help you get back on your feet and pitching your company with hopefully a better outcome.

SpaceX to deliver cargo to NASA’s lunar Gateway station using a new ‘Dragon XL’ spacecraft

Posted: 27 Mar 2020 11:34 AM PDT

NASA has tapped SpaceX as the first provider of space-based logistics to deliver experiment materials, cargo and supplies to its lunar Gateway, the agency announced on Friday. This means SpaceX will be among the companies that NASA can turn to when it needs things shuttled via spaceship between Earth and this forthcoming platform, which will orbit the Moon and provide a staging ground for future crewed Moon missions.

The contract means that SpaceX will play a key role in not only NASA’s forthcoming Artemis Moon missions, which will eventually seek to establish a permanent scientific human lunar presence, but that it also will be involved as NASA begins to work toward extending its reach to Mars, as well. NASA plans to launch multiple cargo supply missions to the Gateway, which has yet to be constructed, with spacecraft designed to go to the station and remain there for between six and 12 months at a time.

The total value of these contracts will top out at a maximum of $7 billion for the entire contract, with a guaranteed minimum of two missions per provider. Other providers will likely be selected, but SpaceX is the first company to be signed by NASA under the agreement. SpaceX is already contracted by NASA to deliver regular supply runs to the International Space Station in Earth orbit using its Dragon cargo spacecraft.

SpaceX is going to be launching a new variant of its Dragon spacecraft called the “Dragon XL” in order to support these missions, and they will be able to carry more than five metric tons to the Moon-orbiting station. They’ll use SpaceX’s existing Falcon Heavy craft to launch from Earth for the trip.

In terms of timing, we’ll likely have to wait a while for the first of these missions to actually take off: While the current plan is to launch the first module for the station as early as 2022, it’ll likely only be a few years after that that the station is in any shape to receive regular cargo runs.

Daily Crunch: Clearstep’s chatbot offers in-depth COVID-19 screening

Posted: 27 Mar 2020 11:26 AM PDT

We look at an in-depth screener app for COVID-19, U.S. stocks take another tumble and Apple extends its free trial for Final Cut Pro and Logic Pro. Here’s your Daily Crunch for March 27, 2020.

Stay safe and socially distanced this weekend!

1. Clearstep's COVID-19 chat-based screener goes in-depth to preserve healthcare resources

There are a growing number of symptom checker and screening tools that you can use at home if you suspect you might have contracted the new coronavirus that is causing the global COVID-19 pandemic. Most of these are relatively simple, including three or four questions that cover the top reported symptoms experienced by anyone who has confirmed to have had the disease.

In contrast, chatbot-based symptom checking software startup Clearstep has created its own COVID-19 screener, which goes more in-depth to combine symptom checking with screening for potential exposure to the virus.

2. Stocks fall sharply Friday morning as the mid-week recovery falls short

The major American stock market indices are down sharply this morning at the open, with stocks falling after a multi-day rally helped shave some losses off their calendar-year results.

3. Apple extends free trials for its pro creative apps

Apple announced today that they are temporarily extending the free trials on Final Cut Pro X and Logic Pro X from 30 days to 90 days, giving potential customers stuck at home a longer window of time to try out the software. With this announcement, Apple joins a number of other software companies extending the free trials of their products in the midst of the COVID-19 crisis.

4. Yelp pauses GoFundMe Covid-19 fundraising after opt-out outcry

A fundraising program that Yelp and GoFundMe put in place this week to help local businesses impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic has been paused after public outcry over how it was rolled out — specifically, controversy over how the two provided no easy and quick way to opt out of the fundraising.

5. Smart telescope startups vie to fix astronomy's satellite challenge

The stakes involved are high, with projects like Starlink (the satellite branch of SpaceX) potentially being central to the future of global internet coverage, especially as new infrastructure implements 5G and edge computing. At the same time, satellite clusters — whether from Starlink or national militaries — could threaten the foundations of astronomical research. (Extra Crunch membership required.)

6. Notarize to add 1,000 online notaries to address demand for remote transactions

The startup is partnering with the National Notary Association to verify notaries have been screened and have the necessary insurance or bonding. The service is available to Americans in all 50 states or abroad, but notaries must be physically located in Florida, Nevada, Texas or Virginia to join the platform.

7. Social Bluebook was hacked, exposing 217,000 influencers' accounts

Social Bluebook, a Los Angeles-based company, allows advertisers to pay social media "influencers" for posts that promote their products and services. The company claims it has some 300,000 influencers on its books, but in October 2019, its entire backend database was stolen in a data breach.

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Bird lays off about 30% of workforce amid COVID-19 pandemic

Posted: 27 Mar 2020 11:26 AM PDT

Bird is the latest startup hit by the COVID-19 pandemic. Today, Bird laid off about 30% of its employees amid the uncertainty caused by the coronavirus, TechCrunch has learned.

“The unprecedented COVID-19 crisis has forced our leadership team and the board of directors to make many extremely difficult and painful decisions relating to some of your teammates,” Bird CEO Travis VanderZanden wrote to staffers in a memo, obtained by TechCrunch, today. “As you know, we've had to pause many markets around the world and drastically cut spending. Due to the financial and operational impact of the ongoing COVID-19 crisis, we are saying goodbye to about 30% of our team.”

Bird has confirmed the layoffs and says it is providing four weeks of pay, three months of health coverage* and an extended time frame of 12 months to exercise their stock options. According to a source, Bird’s balance sheet is strong but it needed to reduce burn in order to extend its runway into 2021.

Bird’s layoffs come shortly after news broke that Lime is looking for a funding round that would cut its valuation from $2.4 billion to $400 million.

Last week Bird and Lime suspended their respective services in response to the pandemic.

Bird is not the only startup forced to have layoffs amid the crisis. As The Information reported earlier this week, layoffs are accelerating across Silicon Valley. Meanwhile, Lime is reportedly considering laying off up to 70 people in the San Francisco Bay Area.

Here’s the full memo VanderZanden sent this morning:

We've watched the COVID-19 pandemic radically and quickly transform our lives, the world, and our business in less than a month. This once in a decade black swan event presents one of the greatest challenges in history because of the viral impact it has not just on our health, but also on our lives—our families, friends, communities, finances, work, emotions—the list goes on.

The unprecedented COVID-19 crisis has forced our leadership team and the board of directors to make many extremely difficult and painful decisions relating to some of your teammates. As you know, we've had to pause many markets around the world and drastically cut spending. Due to the financial and operational impact of the ongoing COVID-19 crisis, we are saying goodbye to about 30% of our team.

In business, I feel like every challenge is surmountable with the right team. And I believe Bird has been building the right team these past few years. Until today, there wasn't a problem we couldn't solve together. That's what makes this such a painful situation. To say goodbye to some of the most incredible, intelligent, scrappy, funny, loving, dedicated members of our Bird Family for reasons totally outside our control, hurts deeply.

I recognize and sympathize that this situation adds to an already difficult time. As you know, we strive to be community-focused at Bird—we always try to care deeply about the people we serve. The impacted individuals are an important part of this community and I hope that our commitment to caring and supporting them during this transition by providing severance pay, extended health insurance, and an extended window to exercise options makes a positive impact during this crisis.

We looked at many different options and scenarios and took as many preventive measures as possible to reduce the impact of the virus. Given the unknown timeline and current economic situation, we were forced to cut back in this way to elongate the trajectory of Bird and our mission.  As you know, we just raised hundreds of millions from investors, but given all the uncertainty, we needed to ensure a cash runway to last through the end of 2021.

Moving forward, together

As we all know: yes, the world has changed and continues to change. This will be a difficult season, but we continue to work around the clock to move us forward as a team. As mentioned last week, we're aggressively shoring up resources and protecting our existing assets. We've curbed all spending company-wide that is not directly related to helping us weather this storm together. We appreciate all your help identifying unnecessary spend during this down time.

History also tells us something important: micromobility, especially scooters, will very likely have an important role to play as communities begin to get moving again in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic.

This is not the first time that a public health crisis has had a direct impact on the micromobility industry. When the SARS outbreak was sweeping through China, e-bike sales surged as riders looked for more personalized alternatives to public transit.

History suggests that people will demand a large scale mobility option that still allows for personal distancing. And Bird will be there, working hand in hand with cities to help communities heal, and help riders regain mobility, in the wake of the most serious global pandemic in recent memory.

I just want to give a heartfelt thank you to everyone who has rallied to keep up with such a rapidly changing situation. We'll try to keep everyone informed as it relates to changing priorities and business impact. We've had successes that allow businesses to persevere in times of uncertainty and, with your trust, patience and determination, we will overcome the challenges we face today as well.

Lean on each other. Over communicate. Support each other. Reach out to your teammates and managers to understand what you can do to keep us moving forward.

*An earlier version of this story said three weeks of health insurance instead of three months. We apologize for the error.

Google sets aside $800M in ads and loans to help in COVID-19 fight

Posted: 27 Mar 2020 10:55 AM PDT

Google CEO Sundar Pichai announced Friday that his company would be donating more than $800 million in ad credits and loans to help government orgs and small businesses respond to the COVID-19 crisis.

The announcement gives a full breakdown of the deployment, the bulk of which is in credits for Google services:

  • Google will be giving $250 million worth of ad grants to more than 100 government orgs across the globe, including the World Health Organization.
  • They will also be seeding $340 million in ad credits to small businesses with accounts that have been active in the past year. The credits are good through the end of the year.
  • They’ll be giving away $20 million worth of Google Cloud credits to academic institutions and researchers that are tackling COVID-19.
  • $200 million will go to an investment fund for nonprofits and financial institutions to provide small businesses with loans.
  • Google further reiterated they will continue to invest in helping suppliers scale up production of face masks and other personal protective equipment.

COVID-19 is a global crisis and big tech companies like Google have strong global networks that are important to leverage. The global economy is undoubtedly being stressed by the pandemic, with small businesses especially being affected, and Google signal-boosting the World Health Organization and other government orgs with information to disseminate is a good move that more companies should follow.

As with any donation from a big tech company, it’s healthy to look at what recipients are getting and what the institution itself is earning.

Google’s ad business has taken a major pandemic hit as businesses that have temporarily closed up shop or reduced operations have also stopped advertising their services. Giving away hundreds of millions of dollars’ worth of ads gets some of these businesses back to their advertising dashboards, lets Google boost the throughput of the competitive ad ecosystem and lands the company some solid goodwill in the process. Giving ads away to government orgs boosts goodwill that could be useful for future lobbying efforts, and bringing academics into the fold with Google Cloud credits could entice those institutions away from AWS or Azure.

NYU makes face shield design for healthcare workers that can be built in under a minute available to all

Posted: 27 Mar 2020 10:40 AM PDT

New York University is among the many academic, private and public institutions doing what it can to address the need for personal protective equipment (PPE) among healthcare workers across the world. The school worked quickly to develop an open-source face-shield design, and is now offering that design freely to any and all in order to help scale manufacturing to meet needs.

Face shields are a key piece of equipment for front-line healthcare workers operating in close contact with COVID-19 patients. They’re essentially plastic, transparent masks that extend fully to cover a wearer’s face. These are to be used in tandem with N95 and surgical masks, and can protect a healthcare professional from exposure to droplets containing the virus expelled by patients when they cough or sneeze.

The NYU project is one of many attempts to scale production of face masks, but many others rely on 3D printing. This has the advantage of allowing even very small commercial 3D-print operations and individuals to contribute, but 3D printing takes a lot of time — roughly 30 minutes to an hour per print. NYU’s design requires only basic materials, including two pieces of clear, flexible plastic and an elastic band, and it can be manufactured in less than a minute by essentially any production facility that includes equipment for producing flat products (whole punches, laser cutters, etc.).

This was designed in collaboration with clinicians, and over 100 of them have already been distributed to emergency rooms. NYU’s team plans to ramp production of up to 300,000 of these once they have materials in hand at the factories of production partners they’re working with, which include Daedalus Design and Production, PRG Scenic Technologies and Showman Fabricators.

Now, the team is putting the design out there for pubic use, including a downloadable tool kit so that other organizations can hopefully replicate what they’ve done and get more into circulation. They’re also welcoming inbound contact from manufacturers who can help scale additional production capacity.

Other initiatives are working on different aspects of the PPE shortage, including efforts to build ventilators and extend their use to as many patients as possible. It’s a great example of what’s possible when smart people and organizations collaborate and make their efforts available to the community, and there are bound to be plenty more examples like this as the COVID-19 crisis deepens.

Instacart shoppers are planning a nationwide strike to demand better safety protections and pay amid COVID-19

Posted: 27 Mar 2020 10:37 AM PDT

Instacart shoppers, led by the folks over at Gig Workers Collective, are planning a nationwide strike in protest of the company’s practices amid the COVID-19 pandemic, Vice first reported. Shoppers, who are responsible for grocery shopping and deliveries, say they have urged Instacart to take proper safety precautions, such as providing hand sanitizer and disinfectant products, but “have been ignored,” Gig Workers Collective wrote in a post today.

On March 30, shoppers will strike and not return to work until their demands are met. Shoppers are demanding Instacart provide personal protective equipment at no cost to workers and hazard pay of $5 extra per order, change the default tip to 10%, extend the sick pay policy to those who have a doctor’s note for a pre-existing condition that may make them more susceptible to contracting the virus and extend the deadline to qualify for those benefits beyond April 8th.

“The health and safety of our entire community — shoppers, customers, and employees — is our first priority,” an Instacart spokesperson said in a statement to TechCrunch. “Our goal is to offer a safe and flexible earnings opportunity to shoppers, while also proactively taking the appropriate precautionary measures to operate safely. We want to underscore that we absolutely respect the rights of shoppers to provide us feedback and voice their concerns. It's a valuable way for us to continuously make improvements to the shopper experience and we're committed to supporting this important community during this critical time."

Shortly after their demands went public, Instacart outlined its plans to extend its financial assistance through May 8, 2020. The company says it is also extending contactless deliveries to alcohol so that shoppers will no longer need to collect signatures from customers unless it’s explicitly required by the state or retailer. While Instacart has addressed some of the demands, the company has not met all of them.

This all comes after Instacart announced it would bring on another 300,000 independent contractors to keep up with the demand that has resulted from many Americans staying at home during the pandemic.

“Instacart has a well established history of exploiting its Shoppers, one that extends years back before our current crisis,” the shoppers wrote. “Now, its mistreatment of Shoppers has stooped to an all-time low. They are profiting astronomically off of us literally risking our lives, all while refusing to provide us with effective protection, meaningful pay, and meaningful benefits.”

Amid the coronavirus outbreak, Instacart has offered sick pay for in-store shoppers and extended pay for independent contractors. The company has also implemented contactless deliveries, but shoppers say these efforts fall short. In fact, shoppers say Instacart has failed to honor its promise of paying shoppers up to 14 days of pay if diagnosed or placed in quarantine.

It’s now widely understood that gig workers are providing essential services during these times, as many cities have enacted shelter-in-place ordinances and as vulnerable people are remaining at home in order to reduce their risk of exposure to the virus. In San Francisco, legislators are pushing for more gig worker protections while the House of Representatives is currently reviewing the $2 trillion stimulus package that would provide gig workers with unemployment insurance.

House passes historic $2 trillion coronavirus economic rescue bill

Posted: 27 Mar 2020 10:27 AM PDT

A massive bipartisan effort to provide relief to a U.S. economy on ice just leapt over its last major hurdle. On Friday, the House of Representatives passed a historic stimulus package known as the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security or “CARES” act, which contains an unprecedented $2.2 trillion in total financial relief for businesses, public institutions and individuals hit hard by the COVID-19 pandemic.

The bill passed the House today after Rep. Thomas Massie (R-KY) took the unpopular step of blocking a voice vote that House members could conduct remotely. House lawmakers quickly returned to Washington to appear in person Friday, where they spread out in the galleries above the House floor for safety. The bill passed with a quorum of more than 216 members of the House present.

“The aid must be robust, rapid and resilient, just like its recipients,” House Minority Leader Kevin McCarthy (R-CA) said during proceedings Friday. “We are going to help Americans through this. We are going to do it together.”

“Whatever concerns we may have and whatever we want to do next, right now we’re going to pass this legislation,” House Speaker Nancy Pelosi (D-CA) said in her speech on the floor.

To get to a place of fast bipartisan consensus, the bill, shepherded by Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin, came together through addition rather than subtraction. The result is a sprawling 880-page piece of legislation stuffed with concessions for members of both parties — but one that can provide for Americans quickly. Here are some of the key relief measures targeted toward small businesses, big industry players and a gutted American workforce reeling from job losses.

Expanded unemployment benefits

After Democrats negotiated their own priorities into the bill, it now includes greatly boosted unemployment benefits that will reach workers usually left out in the cold. Under the new legislation, gig workers, contract workers and freelancers will be now eligible for unemployment benefits — a huge boon for anyone not employed full-time.

The bill also includes a substantial additional $600 per week on top of existing state benefits to help the jobless navigate the crisis. Nearly one in five Americans had lost work as of mid-March — a number that’s likely going up.

Those benefits will last four months, in spite of objections from Republican Senator Lindsey Graham who claimed the enhanced unemployment provisions could actually give some workers more money than they were making previously, a fact he said “incentivized people not to go back to work.” Democratic presidential candidate Bernie Sanders slammed those objections in a passionate speech on the Senate floor Wednesday night.

“Somebody who’s making 12 bucks an hour now like the rest of us faces an unprecedented economic crisis with 600 bucks on top of their regular unemployment check might be making a few bucks more for four months,” Sanders said. “Oh my word, will the universe survive? How absurd and wrong is that?”

Business loans

Small businesses can expect some relief. The bill sets aside $350 billion for small business loans up to $10 million, with priority given to women-owned businesses, new businesses and those run by anyone “socially and economically disadvantaged.” A separate $10 billion in emergency small business grants of up to $10,000 is also set aside — an unprecedented measure from the Small Business Administration.

A separate $500 billion pool of money is set aside for bailing out larger businesses hurt by the crisis with emergency loans — a provision of the bill key to its Republican support. In recent days, Democrats were able to work in some oversight measures for how that money gets allocated, provisioning for an inspector general to oversee the process.

The hard-hit airline industry will receive $58 billion from that pool of money, half in loans and half in grants for worker pay. The loans come with some strings attached — to accept them, airlines will have to agree not to lay off workers through the end of September. The package forbids stock buybacks and issuing dividends to shareholders for a year after paying off one of the loans.

The bill also sets aside $100 billion for hospitals and health providers as they struggle to meet the challenge of COVID-19 amid widespread shortages of personal protective equipment and depleted staffs.

In an effort to get companies to spend the money on workers rather than self-enrichment, the bill includes a ban on companies buying back their own stock while receiving help from the federal government and for one year afterward.

Cash payments

One of the most surprising parts of the package is the bipartisan decision to include direct cash payments to Americans, a generally strongly Democratic idea with its roots in universal basic income proposals. The stimulus will include direct cash payments of $1,200 for adults and $500 for children in a move likely to include up to 94% of all tax filers. Above an adjusted gross income of $75,000 for single filers and $150,000 for couples filing jointly the payment phases out by $5 for every $100 in extra income. Single filers without children making $99,000 and couples without children making $198,000 would receive no benefit.

In spite of some Democrats pushing for recurring payments, the benefit is a one-time payout, though some in Congress expect additional payments to be discussed in the near-future bills. House Speaker Nancy Pelosi said she didn’t think Congress has “seen the end of direct payments.”

The payment will go directly to anyone who received a tax refund through direct deposit in recent years. For everyone else, the government will be sending a check — a process that’s expected to take longer. Some critics of the final bill wanted the direct payments to circumvent the notoriously difficult-to-navigate U.S. tax system, but this is how they ended up.


We’ll be sorting through the finer print in the coming days and looking for ways the stimulus will affect workers, startups and tech giants. To comb through yourself, the full text of the bill is embedded below.

OneWeb to file for bankruptcy as effort to secure funding, including from investor SoftBank, falls through

Posted: 27 Mar 2020 10:10 AM PDT

Broadband constellation satellite operator OneWeb will file for bankruptcy protection in the U.S., likely some time Friday, after attempts to secure new funding, including from existing investor SoftBank, fell through, TechCrunch has learned. The Financial Times also reported on the failure of its funding attempt on Friday, based on its own separate sources. The company will be laying off most of its staff, with a team remaining in place to continue to operate its existing satellites in space, according to our sources.

OneWeb, founded in 2012 as WorldVu Satellites, had been seeking to build out a constellation of broadband internet satellites that would operate in low Earth orbit, providing low-cost connections to customers on the ground with coverage that extends into more remote and hard-to reach areas that are not addressed by current ground-based networks.

Earlier this month, Bloomberg reported that OneWeb had been considering a bankruptcy protection filing, while also weighing other options. One of those other options was a new funding round targeting a raise of around $2 billion. The company had previously raised $3 billion over multiple rounds, including a $1.3 billion and $1.2 billion round in 2019 and 2016 respectively, both of which had SoftBank as lead investor.

OneWeb also just completed a launch earlier in March, bringing the total number of its satellites in orbit to 74. The company then reduced its headcount by as much as 10% through layoffs we reported last week.

This latest step essentially means that OneWeb had exercised all other options for continued cash to stay afloat, and it required considerable reserves in order to continue its planned rapid pace of launches, with the ultimate aim of putting more than 650 satellites in orbit in order to provide its service globally. SoftBank backing away as an investor leaves a big hole that’s difficult to fill in terms of scale and depth of pockets among the rest of the VC field, and the company has been stepping away from a number of its more high-profile investments since encountering difficulties of its own in terms of returning value on the biggest checks its cut, including for WeWork .

OneWeb’s funding situation can’t have been helped by the current global climate, rocked as it has been by the ongoing coronavirus pandemic. Reports suggest that at least some investors are taking a more conservative approach, suggesting that traditional routes to securing more investment may have proven more difficult to unlock than usual.

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