- Biman Bangladesh Airlines
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- Biman Bangladesh Airlines
In-flight magazine of Biman Bangladesh Airlines Nov - Dec 2013 Vol 1 Issue 2 The Ilish sutra Sumptuous Hilsa delicacy A spiritual connect Sufi music & God Yangon Magnificent A sense of old & new Coolest Place In The Town To Enjoy & Meet, Experience our executive lounge Explore the splendor of Ruposhi Bangla Hotel’s Hospitality at the Executive Lounge. The club floor lounge on the 7th floor of West Wing offers unparalleled luxury with an inviting, intimate atmosphere where our dedicated attendants would take care of your needs. We have designed this private lounge with the only purpose in mind to offers you a luxurious oasis of peace and relaxation. The following facilities are the ones that you can take for granted: 1. Complimentary Breakfast from 6.30 am to 10 am 2. Complimentary Tea/Coffee with assorted cookies from 7 am to 10 pm 3. Complimentary Snacks during lunchtime 4. Complementary happy hours and cocktails including alcoholic beverage from 7 pm to 9 pm 5. Complimentary local telephone call 6. Wi-Fi Internet RUPOSHI BANGLA HOTEL 1 Minto Road, Dhaka - 1000, Bangladesh Tel: +880 2 8330001,8358060; Fax: +880 2 8312915, 8312975; www.ruposhibanglahotel.com talking head Route Expansion and new Service Enhancement coming soon Kevin John Steele CEO & Managing Director Biman Bangladesh Airlines Dear Customer, wcÖq MÖvnK, Welcome to the second edition of our in-flight magazine, Bihanga. There are a lot of exciting things happening in Biman right now, and many more have been planned for the near future. All our efforts are towards making you, our valued customer, and your journey comfortable and enjoyable. Firstly, I hope that many of you must have noticed the dramatic improvement in our punctuality. There is still lots to be done, but this is encouraging for all of us here at Biman, and most importantly for you. Secondly, we will soon be launching a brand new in-flight ‘Duty Free Service’, offering a wide variety, selection and quality of products. We are also proud to announce that we are launching our full-blown ‘Frequent Flyer Scheme’! Please do visit our website www.biman-airlines.com for an enrolment form. We are also looking to expand our network. Firstly, this winter with a full domestic schedule, and also flights to Yangon, and secondly, next summer, with flights to New York, China, Germany and other places. This is being made possible by the arrival of two more brand new B777-300ERs in February and March 2014, as well as aircraft to replace our DC10s and turboprop aircraft for the domestic schedule. Finally, we are focussing on in-flight service quality and offerings like improved catering, a wider choice of in-flight entertainment, Business Class overnight amenity kits, and children’s activity packs, and a whole host more. So thank you for flying Biman and supporting us to be a truly a world class airline. If you have any comments on our service, please use the in-flight feedback form, or visit our website, or email to customerrelations@bdbiman.com. Your feedback is welcome. 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CHAIRMAN: Air Marshal (Retd.) Jamal Uddin Ahmed CEO & MANAGING DIRECTOR: Kevin John Steele (Editorial Board) DIRECTOR MARKETING & SALES: Mohammad Shah Newaz (Editorial Board) GM PUBLIC RELATIONS: Khan Musharraf Hussein (Editorial Board) MaXposure Media Group India Pvt. Ltd. COO & Publisher Vikas Johari CEO & Managing Director Prakash Johari CFO Kuldip Singh Executive Editor Sanjeev Bhar MaXposure Media Group India Pvt. Ltd | Head Office Unit No F2b ( Second Floor) Mira Corporate Suites, Plot No . 1 & 2 Ishwar Nagar, Mathura Road, New Delhi -110065Tel: +91.11.43011111 Fax: +91.11.43011199 West | Mumbai | Time Square Building, 3rd floor, Western Express Highway,,Andheri (E), Mumbai-400069 Tel: +91.22.61991111, Fax: +91.22.61991115 Ahmedabad | 4, Megabyte Business Centre, Navrang Building, Opp, Samsung Show room. 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Tel: 60.3.7781.7700 E-Mail: shallie.cheng@gmail.com Japan | Michiko Kawano | Pacific Business Inc | Akutagawa Bldg, 7-7 Nihonbashi Kabutocho, Chuo-ku USA West coast | Ralph Lockwood | Huson International Media | 1999 South Bascom Avenue Suite 450 Campbell, CA 95008, USA Tel: +1.408.879.6666, , Fax:1.408.879.6669 E-Mail: ralph.lockwood@husonmedia.com USA East coast | Francesco Lascari | Huson International Media | Huson International Media | 13-17 Laight Street | Suite 401, Box 7| New York, NY 10013 Tel: 212.268.3344 Mob: 646.407.6966 Email: francesco.lascari@husonmedia.com Bihanga is a bimonthly, bilingual (English & Bangla) in-flight magazine of Biman Bangladesh Airlines. It is published by MaXposure Media Group (I) Pvt. Ltd. (Mmgipl) for Biman Bangladesh Airlines at Unit no.- F2B, 2nd floor, Mira Corporate Suites, Plot no. 1&2, Ishwar Nagar, Mathura Road, New Delhi – 110065, India. This is a free copy for in-flight reading only. All rights reserved. The writing, artwork and/or photography contained herein may not be used or reproduced without the express written permission of mmgipl. Mmgipl/biman does not assume responsibility for loss or damage of unsolicited products, manuscripts, photographs, artwork, transparencies or other materials. The views expresed in the magazine are not necessarily those of the biman bangladesh airlines or mmgipl. All efforts have been made while compiling the content of this magazine, but we assume no responsibility for the effects arising there from. Mmgipl/biman bangladesh airlines does not assume any liability for services or products advertised herein. www.maxposure.in Simply scan this QR code from your smart phone which contains the URL of our website. 2 Nov - Dec 2013 M E M B E R Information: info@maxposure.in Advertising: sales@maxposure.in, nitin@maxposure.in Editorial: sanjeev@maxposure.in Careers: hr@maxposure.in E-mail: bihanga@maxposure.in Contents Biman Bangladesh Airlines November-December 2013 wegvb evsjv‡`k GqvijvBÝ b‡f¤^i-wW‡m¤^i 2013 20 In-flight magazine of Biman Bangladesh Airlines Nov - Dec 2013 Vol 1 Issue 2 The Ilish sutra Sumptuous Hilsa delicacy A spiritual connect Sufi music & God Yangon Magnificent A sense of old & new REGULARS / wbqwgZ 01. CEO & MD Note wmBI-GgwWÕi K_v 06. Travel Info ågY Z_¨ 68. Tarot fwel¨ØvYx 77. Biman offices wegvb Kvh©vjq 78. Maps gvbwPÎ 80. Fleet Guide wegvbeni wb‡`©wkKv The in-flight magazine of Biman Bangladesh Airlines For more details log onto www.biman-airlines.com Bihanga means a bird in Bangla, and is often used in literary writings. As Biman Bangladesh Airlines is being reborn, reinvented, and soaring to new heights, we felt this was the most symbolic name for Biman’s new inflight magazine, and so will our customers. 66 FEATURES / wdPvim 20. The city magnificent Yangon’s charm and attraction RgKv‡jv gnvbMi evsjv fvlvq wen½ cvwLi c«wZkã, GwU c«vqkB mvwn‡Z¨ e¨eüZ n‡q Avm‡Q| wegvb evsjv‡`k GqvijvBÝ beRb¥ ‡c‡q bZyb K‡i hvÎv ïiæ K‡i‡Q Ges bZyb GK D”PZv jvf K‡i‡Q, ZvB Avgiv Abyfe KiwQ wegv‡bi bZyb Bbd¬vBU g¨vMvwR‡bi Rb¨ GUvB ‡miv c«ZxKx bvg, Avi Avgiv wbwðZ Avgv‡`i M«vnKiv GwU c‡o Avb›` cv‡eb| 50 Bqv½‡bi †RŠjyl I AvKl©Y© 26. For a mystical sojourn Kathmandu’s distinct past in myriad layers GK AZxw›`ªq cvš’wbev‡mi Rb¨ KvVgvÛzi AZxZ ci‡Z ci‡Z 32. Dubai: a delight for shoppers Dubai in 2014’s shopping wish list `yevB: †µZvi AvKl©Y 2014'i ‡KbvKvUvi ågYZvwjKvq `yevB 36. The joy of victory ‘Victory Day’ is a special day for Bangladesh weR‡qi Djøvm evsjv‡`‡ki Rb¨ we‡kl GKwU w`b ÔweRq w`emÕ 40. Off the canvas New media art by new gen artists K¨vbfvm Qvwo‡q bZyb cÖR‡b¥i wPÎKjvi GK bZyb gva¨g 42. The Ilish sutra Ilish rules the Bangla palate Bwjk m~Î evsjvq ¯^v‡`i ZvwjKvi kx‡l© Av‡Q Bwjk gvQ 46. Uncork celebrations Champagne makes for an everlasting memory wQwcgy³ D`hvcb k¨v‡¤úb Avgv‡`i mgq‡K wPi¯§iYxq K‡i iv‡L 32 50. A spiritual connect Sufi music connects us all with the God GK Ava¨vwZ¥K ms‡hvM m«óvi m‡½ GKvZ¥ K‡i mywd m½xZ 54. Sound companions Innovatively designed earphones and speakers by BOSE kã m½x †evm-Gi wWRvBb Kiv Bqvi‡dvb Avi w¯úKvi 58. Adding grace Trench coats in the wardrobe ‡kvfv ea©b ‡cvkv‡Ki msMÖ‡n ‡U«Â ‡KvU 60. Smart watch Check out your smart watch ¯§vU© Nwo ‡e‡Q wbb wb‡Ri ¯§vU© Nwo 62. For divine blessings Eid-ul-Azha brings us closer to each other Hkx Kj¨v‡Yi Rb¨ C`-Dj-Avhnv Avgv‡`i mevB‡K AvcbR‡bi Kv‡Q G‡b ‡`q 66. A MUSICAL JOURNEY Runa Laila in conversation with ‘Bihanga’ my‡ii mdi wen½i m‡½ K_v e‡j‡Qb iæbv jvqjv 70. The inner strength The 1,000 years old art form of Tai Chi AšÍk©w³ nvRvi eQ‡ii HwZn¨evnx ZvB wP wdU‡bm PP©v 74. The playful numbers Our luck gets influenced by our numbers msL¨vi ‡Ljv msL¨v w`‡qB cÖfvweZ nq Avgv‡`i fvM¨ biman-airlines.com 5 launch TRAVEL INFO Bihanga takes off Wvbv †g‡j‡Q wen½ The ‘Cover Unveiling’ ceremony of Biman’s new in-flight magazine - ‘Bihanga’, was held on September 24, 2013 in Dhaka, Bangladesh. The Minister for Civil Aviation and Tourism, Muhammad Faruk Khan, MP graced the occasion as chief guest. Renowned cricketer Shakib Al Hasan and Maestro Runa Laila were also present at the glittering ceremony. 24 †m‡Þ¤^i 2013 Zvwi‡L evsjv‡`‡ki XvKvq AbywôZ nj wegvb evsjv‡`k GqvijvB‡Ýi Bb-d¬vBU g¨vMvwRb Ôwen½Õi cÖ”Q`-D‡b¥vPb Abyôvb| Abyôv‡b †emvgwiK wegvb PjvPj I ch©Ubgš¿x †gvnv¤§` dviæK Lvb cÖavb AwZw_ wQ‡jb| weL¨vZ wµ‡KU †L‡jvqvo mvwKe Avj nvmvb Ges weL¨vZ KÉwkíx iæbv jvqjv Abyôv‡b Dcw¯’Z wQ‡jb| 1 4 6 Nov - Dec 2013 2 3 5 7 6 1. Renowned cricketer Shakib Al Hasan 2. Kevin John Steele (CEO & MD, Biman Bangladesh Airlines) 3. Sasha Somya (Chief Manager, MaXposure Media Group) 4. Kevin John Steele joins Maestro Runa Laila during a musical soiree 5. Unveiling of the Bihanga cover 6. Holding the maiden Bihanga issue (from left) Abul Kashem Ahmed, Former First Vice President, FBCCI and Director, Biman Board of Directors; Kevin John Steele; Air Marshal (Retd.) Jamal Uddin Ahmed, Chairman, Biman Bangladesh Airlines; Shakib Al Hasan; Muhammad Faruk Khan, MP, Minister for Civil Aviation and Tourism, Bangladesh; Sasha Somya; Former Justice AFM Mesbahuddin, Senior Advocate, Supreme Court of Bangladesh and Director, Biman Board of Directors; Shah Md. Zakaria Bhuiyan, FCA Principal, SM Zakaria & co. Chartered Accountant and Director, Biman Board of Directors 7. Shakib Al Hasan unveiling the cover of Bihanga 8. Addressing the gathering, Air Marshal (Retd.) Jamal Uddin Ahmed and Muhammad Faruk Khan, MP 8 biman-airlines.com 7 bulletin Biman Loyalty Club Travel Info wegvb jqvwë K¬ve M B iman has launched its ‘Frequent Flyer Scheme’ on October 31, 2013. Titled as the Biman Loyalty Club, this elite membership of frequent travellers is open to all our guests and is free of charge. Various benefits and awards are given on enrollment and credit miles are added to your personal account for all Biman operated flights, which can be redeemed for free Biman flights (taxes & surcharges not included), excess luggage, lounge access or an upgrade to Business Class. These have been categorized into ‘Green’ ‘Silver’ and ‘Gold’ cards. Read more to know more… Lots of choices The new Biman Loyalty Club is looking for members! Most airlines are competing in the market today, now, have a loyalty program for their customers. However, virtually, no airline company has a ‘Club’ that is rewarding customers for their loyalty with such generosity as Biman Bangladesh Airlines is doing. Green Biman Loyalty Card Every customer can immediately apply for a Green Biman Loyalty Card to start earning miles as they travel. Enrollment is easy and fast which can be done by simply signing up online on the Biman website or by completing a printed enrollment form available on-board all Biman flights, in our ticket offices and in the Biman Business Class Lounge. Upon enrollment members will immediately receive benefits and can start saving miles for attractive awards. 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Payment for excess luggage, entrance to the Business Class Lounge in Dhaka or an upgrade from Economy to Business Class can also be done through using the accumulated miles. Once you have more miles in your account, free flights to all destinations become available to you. The more you fly Biman, the more benefits and recognition you are going to receive. Personal Silver or Gold cards as well as baggage cards will ensure everyone at Biman will know your status. Honouring past loyalty Biman is delighted to announce that it will honour past loyalty too. For all your flights from May 2013 onwards miles will be awarded retroactively at 50% of the award miles as per the new scheme. If you have flown 20 flights (10 round trips), we will immediately present you a Silver card. If you have flown 35 flights or more, a Gold card is ready for you! Silver and Gold cards will give you very attractive benefits. Biman has created a new team to manage its Biman Loyalty Club. You can contact the team by sending an e-mail to loyaltyclub@bdbiman.com for any inquiry or suggestion that you may have. Avcbvi AZxZ wek¦¯ÍZvi ¯^xK…wZ GKB m‡½ wegvb Avb‡›`i m‡½ AZx‡Zi wek¦¯ÍZvi ¯^xK…wZ †`evi K_v †NvlYv Ki‡Q| GB Kvh©µ‡gi Aax‡b 2013Õi †g †_‡K Avcbvi me d¬vB‡Ui †gvU gvB‡ji Rb¨ 50 kZvsk K‡i gvBj ¯^qswµqfv‡e Dcnvi wn‡m‡e †c‡q hv‡eb| Avcwb hw` 20wU d¬vB‡U (10wU ivDÛ wUªc) ågY K‡i _v‡Kb Zvn‡j Avgiv m‡½ m‡½ Avcbv‡K GKwU wmjfvi KvW© Dcnvi †`e| Avi Avcwb hw` 35 ev Zvi †P‡q †ewk d¬vB‡U ågY K‡ib Avcbvi Rb¨ †Mvì KvW© Dcnvi cÖ¯‘Z _vK‡e! wmjfvi Avi †Mvì KvW© Avcbv‡K A‡bK¸‡jv AvKl©Yxq myweav †`‡e| For more details, terms and conditions as well as an online enrollment form for the Loyalty Club, you can visit us on our website. Also, you can simply ask the flight attendant on service today for an enrollment form with a temporary card during this flight. wegvb jqvwë K¬v‡ei Kvh©µg e¨e¯’vcbvi Rb¨ wegvb GK bZzb Kg©x`j MVb K‡i‡Q| †h †Kvb Z_¨ ev civg‡k©i Rb¨ Avcwb loyaltyclub@bdbiman.com wVKvbvq B-‡gBj cvwV‡q Avgv‡`i Kg©x‡`i m‡½ mivmwi †hvMv‡hvM Ki‡Z cv‡ib| jqvwë K¬ve m¤c‡K© AviI Z_¨, wbqg-Kvbyb Ges kZ©, Avi AbjvBb Gb‡ivj‡g›U d‡g©i Rb¨ Avgv‡`i I‡qemvBU wfwRU Ki‡Z cv‡ib| GQvov, AvR‡KB GB d¬vBU PjvKv‡j GKRb d¬vBU A¨v‡Ub‡W‡›Ui KvQ †_‡K GKwU A¯’vqx KvW©mn GKwU Gb‡ivj‡g›U dg© msMÖn Ki‡Z cv‡ib| We wish to make your journey comfortable and memorable, every time you fly with us. We wish you a pleasant flight. Avgv‡`i m‡½ Avcbvi cÖwZev‡ii ågY †hb Avivg`vqK Avi ¯§iYxq nq Avgiv †mB Avkv KiwQ| Avgiv Avcbvi Dc‡fvM¨ d¬vBU cÖZ¨vkv Kwi| biman-airlines.com 9 bulletin Travel Info News Updates and facilities to make flying a pleasure &Views Lei I gZvgZ AvKvkågY Dc‡fvM¨ K‡i ‡Zvjvi Rb¨ Biman Loyalty Club As promised, Biman has launched its ‘Frequent Flyer Scheme’ on October 31, 2013 as the Biman Loyalty Club. Membership of this elite group of frequent travellers is open to all guests and free of charge. Upon enrollment you will receive various benefits and awards. It shall credit miles to your personal account for all Biman operated flights and you are able to redeem these miles for free Biman flights (taxes & surcharges not included), excess luggage, lounge access or an upgrade to Business Class. The more you fly Biman, the more benefits and recognition you will receive. Personal Silver or Gold cards will ensure everyone knowing your status. Biman is will honour past loyalty too. It shall credit all your flights from May 2013 onwards retroactively at 50% of the award miles as per the new scheme. If you have flown 20 flights (10 round trips), we will immediately present you a Silver card. If you have flown 35 flights or more, a Gold card is ready for you! 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Call Centre As part of Biman’s initiative to put the customer first, it is in the process of establishing a world class call centre. This service will offer its valued customers information relating to the flights (arrivals/departures), special offers, ability to change reservations via phone, capability to purchase tickets via phone and be informed of Biman’s ‘Frequent Flyer Programme’. 2. Kj †m›Uvi MÖvnK‡`i me©v‡MÖ ivLvi cÖqv‡mi Ask wn‡m‡e wegvb wek¦gv‡bi Kj †m›Uvi cÖwZôv Ki‡Z hv‡”Q| GB †mevwU Avgv‡`i m¤§vwbZ MÖvnK‡`i d¬vBU (AvMgb/ewnM©gb), we‡kl Advi, †dv‡bi gva¨‡g wiRv‡f©kb cwieZ©b Kiv, †dv‡bi gva¨‡g wUwKU †Kbvi myweav Ges wegv‡bi Ôwd«Ky‡q›U d¬vqvi ‡cÖvMÖvgÕ m¤ú‡K© Z_¨ jv‡fi my‡hvM Ki‡e| 10 Nov - Dec 2013 3 3. A¨vWfvÝW wmU wiRv‡f©kb Advanced Seat Reservation Biman is now offering Advance Seat Reservation (ASR) services to all members of the Biman Loyalty Club. This allows members to book a specific seat onboard the Biman aircraft either at the Biman sales desks or through the new Biman website prior to check-in at the airport. With the implementation of this system, members of the new Biman Loyalty Club will be able to save time during check-in at the time of departure and be guaranteed the seat of their choice. So whether you like an aisle or a window seat, wegvb GLb me wegvb jqvwë K¬v‡ei m`m¨‡`i A¨vWfvÝW wmU wiRv‡f©kb (GGmAvi) †mev w`‡”Q| GB †mevi Aax‡b m`m¨iv wegvbe›`‡i †PK-Bb Kivi Av‡M wegv‡bi †mjm †W¯‹ ev wegv‡bi bZyb I‡qemvB‡Ui gva¨‡g wegv‡bi D‡ovRvnv‡Ri Zv‡`i cQ›`gZ wbw`©ó wmU eyK Ki‡Z cvi‡eb| GB e¨e¯’v ev¯Íevq‡bi ga¨ w`‡q bZyb wegvb jqvwë K¬v‡ei m`m¨iv ewnM©g‡bi †¶‡Î †PK-Bb Kivi mgq euvPv‡Z cvi‡eb Ges Zv‡`i cQ‡›`i wmUwU wbwðZ Ki‡Z cvi‡eb| myZivs Avcwb AvB‡ji cv‡ki wmU Pvb ev Rvbvjvi cv‡ki, GLb †_‡K d¬vBU wWcvP©v‡ii Av‡M Lye mn‡RB Zv evQvB Ki‡Z cvi‡eb| Travel Agents Portal A truly exciting service has been made available for existing and new travel agents and it come in the form of the Travel Agency Portal (TAP). With this system, enrolled agents will have the opportunity to sell Biman tickets at the lowest price available. They will readily receive their commission as a discounted fare and have exclusive access to further discounted fares, the privilege which no other sales channel will enjoy. There are no prohibitive costs/set-up costs associated with the usage of the system and essentially it is a pay-as-you-go scheme. The TAP is a win-win-win service provided by Biman for the customer, airlines and the travel agents. To apply please go to http://www.Bimanairlines.com/travelagents 4. U«v‡fj G‡R›Um †cvU©vj we`¨gvb Avi bZyb U«v‡fj G‡R›U‡`i Rb¨ AZ¨šÍ AvKl©Yxq GKwU myweav mnRjf¨ Kiv n‡q‡Q Avi Zv nj U«v‡fj G‡RwÝ †cvU©vj (wUGwc)| GB myweavi Aax‡b ZvwjKvfy³ G‡R›Uiv cÖvc¨ me‡P‡q Kg `v‡g wegv‡bi wUwKU wewµ Ki‡Z cvi‡eb| Zviv m‡½ m‡½ n«vmK…Z fvov wn‡m‡e Zv‡`i Kwgkb †c‡q hv‡eb Ges Gi c‡ii n«vmK…Z fvovi myweav †bevi Rb¨ we‡kl my‡hvM cv‡eb, Ab¨ †Kvb †mjm P¨v‡bj GB we‡kl my‡hvMwU jvf Ki‡e bv| GB e¨e¯’vwU e¨envi Kivi Rb¨ †Kvb evav`vqK/m~Pbvg~jK g~j¨ mshy³ †bB Ges Avewk¨Kfv‡e GwU †c-A¨vR-BD-‡Mv avivi e¨e¯’v| MÖvnK, GqvijvBÝ Ges U«v‡fj G‡R›U‡`i Rb¨ GwU wegv‡bi GKwU cig jvfRbK †mev| Av‡e`b Kivi Rb¨ http://www.Biman-airlines.com/travelagents-G hvb| 4 5 Smart SMS Service No more lengthy delays without being informed! Biman’s valued customers will be updated via SMS for any delay more than 3 hours. Though continuing with its goal of offering punctual services, but unforeseen flight delays do occur and Biman will inform about delays in such cases. The service will be available to all customers that provide a valid and functional mobile number both domestically and internationally. In future, customers will be able to question about when flights are due, scheduled routes and available promotion fares. So next time while you make a booking through any Biman sales channel supply don’t forget to provide your mobile phone number. 5. ¯§vU© GmGgGm mvwf©m †Kvb iKg Z_¨ bv †R‡b `xN© mgq A‡c¶vi w`b †kl! GLb †_‡K †h †Kvb 3 NÈvi †ewk wej‡¤^i Rb¨ wegv‡bi m¤§vwbZ MÖvnK‡`i GmGgG‡mi gva¨‡g Rvbvb †`Iqv n‡e| mgqvbyeZ©x †mev cÖ`vb Ae¨vnZ _vK‡jI NUbvµ‡g AcÖZ¨vwkZ wej‡¤^i gZ Ae¯’vi m…wó n‡ZB cv‡i Avi wegvb Ggb Ae¯’vq wej¤^ m¤ú‡K© MÖvnK‡`i Z_¨ mieivn Ki‡e| mieivn Kiv †h †Kvb Kvh©Ki I mwµq †gvevBj †dvb b¤^‡ii gva¨‡g Af¨šÍixY Avi AvšÍR©vwZK †¶‡Î me MÖvnKB GB †mev jvf Ki‡Z cvi‡eb| A`~i fwel¨‡Z MÖvnKiv d¬vB‡Ui mgq, hvÎvc‡_i wkwWDj Ges we‡kl †cÖv‡gvkb fvov m¤ú‡K©I cÖkœ Ki‡Z cvi‡eb| myZivs c‡iievi Avcwb hLb wegv‡bi †mjm P¨v‡b‡ji gva¨‡g eywKs Ki‡eb ZLb Avcbvi †gvevBj †dvb b¤^iwU ZvwjKvfy³ Ki‡Z fyj‡eb bv| biman-airlines.com 11 bulletin Travel Info Leading edge systems Biman will be implementing three new leading edge systems during this quarter in the areas of Revenue Management, Revenue Integrity and Pricing. They will form the backbone of Biman’s newly created Commercial department and will provide it with extensive management information, increased profitability by optimising its inventory controls. It will help to deliver more attractive customer offerings. The increased profitability will support further investment by Biman in its product offerings which will be rolled out in the coming months. These combined systems will help Biman’s financial and operational performance and will also deliver many enhancements for its clients when making bookings. These will include increased seat availability, enhanced product offerings, more special offers providing lower fares when booking early which typically helps those passengers planning trips to visit friends and relatives and targeted promotions where Biman has identified opportunities in the coming months. 6. †miv e¨e¯’v GB ˆÎgvwmK cÖvwšÍ‡K wegvb †iwfwbD g¨v‡bR‡g›U, †iwfwbD B‡›UwMÖwU Ges cÖvBwms‡qi g‡Zv †¶Î¸‡jv‡Z kxl©¯’vbxq wZbwU bZyb e¨e¯’v ev¯Íevqb Ki‡e| G¸‡jv wegv‡bi bZyb MwVZ evwYwR¨K wefv‡Mi †giæ`Û wn‡m‡e KvR Ki‡e Ges G‡K we¯Í…Z e¨e¯’vcbv msµvšÍ Z_¨ mieivn Ki‡e| GwU gvjvgv‡ji ZvwjKv ZË¡veavb‡K myweb¨¯Í Kivi gva¨‡g gybvdv evov‡e| GwUi gva¨‡g MÖvnKiv AviI AvKl©Yxq my‡hvMmyweav AR©b Ki‡Z cvi‡e| evowZ gybvdvi myweav mvg‡bi gvm¸‡jv‡Z wegvb‡K AviI cY¨ Dcnvi †`Iqvi Rb¨ evowZ wewb‡qv‡Mi my‡hvM G‡b †`‡e| GB mgwš^Z e¨e¯’v wegv‡bi Avw_©K I cÖv‡qvwMK `¶Zv evov‡Z mvnvh¨ Ki‡e Ges MÖvnKiv hLb eywKs K‡ib ZLb A‡bK ai‡bi ewa©Z myweav †c‡Z cvi‡eb| G¸‡jvi g‡a¨ _vK‡e wm‡Ui A‡c¶vK…Z †ewk jf¨Zv, evowZ cY¨ Dcnvi, Av‡M eywKs Ki‡j Kg fvovmn AviI we‡kl Dcnvi hv AvZ¥xq I eÜyi m‡½ wgwjZ nevi Rb¨ hviv åg‡Yi cwiKíbv Ki‡Q Zv‡`i Rb¨ myweavRbK n‡e Ges j¶¨w¯’iK…Z Kvh©µgmg~n †h¸‡jv‡Z wegvb mvg‡bi gvm¸‡jv‡Z m¤¢vebv kbv³ K‡i‡Q| 6 12 Nov - Dec 2013 In-Flight Services Bb-d¬vBU ‡mevmg~n Biman has designed all menus to reflect the fresh, innovative cuisine of Bangladeshi culture with Western flare. Enjoy the comfort and service on-board your next flight. evsjv‡`‡ki cÖPwjZ Lvev‡ii m‡½ cvðv‡Z¨i Lvev‡ii bZyb D™¢vebx wg‡k‡j wegvb me ai‡bi ‡gby mvwR‡q‡Q| Avcbvi cieZ©x d¬vB‡U wegv‡b D‡V Gme Av‡qk Avi ‡mev Dc‡fvM Kiyb| Breakfast Menu A range of fresh fruit juice offered in addition to sodas, cheese omelette, sautéed mushroom, croissant, fresh roll, butter, jam, tea and coffee. Lunch Menu Garden salad with freshly picked seasonal vegetables. Main Course Chicken curry served with most unique fragrant rice from the nation’s own harvest, assorted seasonal vegetable sauteed, garnished with lemon and green chilli. Dessert Rice pudding flavoured with rose water and garnished with fresh scrambled nuts. Dinner Menu Salad Fruit salad with freshly picked seasonal fruit. Main Course Lamb curry served with fine grain rice cooked with moong dal, assorted seasonal vegetable sauteed, garnished with green chilli, butter-naan (in tandoor). Dessert Caramel custard garnished with canned peach. * Complementary beverage is served with all meals, and is available anytime on request. ‡e«Kdv÷ ‡gby ‡Kvgj cvbxq, wPR Ag‡jU, m‡Z Kiv gvkiæg, µqmu, UvUKv ‡ivj, gvLb, R¨vg, Pv I Kwdi m‡½ wewfbœ d‡ji ZvRv Rym| jv ‡gby m`¨ evMvb ‡_‡K msM«n Kiv ‡gŠmywg kvKmewRi m‡½ Mv‡W©b m¨vjvW| ‡gBb ‡Kvm© GB ‡`‡k Drcvw`Z me‡P‡q ¯^Kxq myMwÜ Pvj w`‡q ‰Zwi ivB‡mi m‡½ wP‡Kb Kvwi, wewfbœ ai‡bi ‡gŠmywg kvKmewRi fvwR, ‡jey Ges KvuPv gwiP| wgóvbœ (‡WRvU©) ev`vg w`‡q mvRv‡bv ‡MvjvcR‡ji myN«vYmg…× myMwÜ Pv‡j ‰Zwi cv‡qk| wWbvi ‡gby mvjv` m`¨ msM«n Kiv ‡gŠmywg d‡ji ˆZix d«yU mvjv`| ‡gBb ‡Kvm© wPKb Pv‡ji fv‡Zi m‡½ ‡fovi ‡Mv‡¯Íi Kvwi, gyM Wvj, wewfbœ ‡gŠmywg kvKmewRi fvwR, mvRv‡bvi Rb¨ KvuPv gwiP, evUvi-bvb (Z›`y‡i ‰Zwi Kiv)| wgóvbœ (‡WRvU©) wUbRvZ wcPd‡j mvRv‡bv K¨viv‡gj Kv÷vW©| * ‡h ‡Kvb ‡ejvi Lvev‡ii m‡½ ‡mŠRb¨g~jK cvbxq cwi‡ekb Kiv nq, Ges ‡h ‡Kvb mgq PvB‡jI cvIqv hvq| Biman Bangladesh Airlines provides quick & efficient check-in, advance check-in, lounge access, and handling facilities for unaccompanied minor. It provides cargo services worldwide, besides offering Ground Handling facilities to all the airports in Bangladesh. For duty free products, check the brochure available on the flight. wegvb evsjv‡`k GqvijvBÝ `ªæZ I `¶ ‡PK-Bb, AvMvg ‡PK-Bb, jvDÄ A¨vK‡mm Ges ågYm½xnxb Ac«vßeq¯‹‡`i Rb¨ we‡kl n¨vÛwjs‡qi gZ myweav w`‡q _v‡K| evsjv‡`‡ki me wegvbe›`‡i M«vDÛ n¨vÛwjs myweav QvovI GwU wek¦e¨vcx gvjvgvj cwien‡Yi ‡mev c«`vb K‡i _v‡K| wWDwU wd« c‡Y¨i wel‡q Z_¨ Rvbvi Rb¨ d¬vB‡U ‡h e«wkIi cvIqv hvq ‡mwU ‡`L‡Z cv‡ib| travel buzz Travel Info Happenings Some interesting facets to charm your travel experience Avcbvi ågY AwfÁZv‡K mg…× Kivi Rb¨ K‡qKwU AvKl©Yxq Z_¨ 2013 Abu Dhabi Art A popular art fair and a modern and contemporary art platform with public programmes will be held at 2013 Abu Dhabi Art event. It will bring together leading art galleries from across the world featuring a variety of works, from museum-quality pieces to those by emerging artists. The event is at the UAE Pavilion and Manarat Al Saadiyat on Saadiyat Island. Entry is free. Participants have to register and some areas have age restrictions. Workshops are charged. Venue: Manarat al Saadiyat When: Nov 20 - 23, 2013 14 Nov - Dec 2013 NUgvb 2013 Avey avwe AvU© 2013 Avey avwe AvU© Av‡qvR‡b wewfbœ AvbyôvwbKZvmn GKwU RbwcÖq wPÎKjv †gjv AbywôZ n‡e| GwU AvaywbK I mgmvgwqK wPÎKjv PP©vi GKwU cwiwPZ cøvUdg©| we‡k¦i kxl©¯’vbxq AvU© M¨vjvwi¸‡jvi msMÖn †_‡K Rv`yN‡i ivLvi g‡Zv wkíKg© †_‡K ïiæ K‡i bZyb D`xqgvb wkíx‡`i wewfbœ ai‡bi KvR GLv‡b R‡ov Kiv n‡e| BDGB c¨vwfwjqb Ges mvw`qvZ Øx‡c Aew¯’Z gvbvivZ Avj mvw`qv‡Z GB AvbyôvwbKZvi Av‡qvRb Kiv n‡q‡Q| cÖ‡ek wbLiPvq Db¥ y³, AskMÖnYKvix‡`i wbeÜb Ki‡Z nq Ges †Kvb †Kvb As‡k cÖ‡e‡ki Rb¨ eq‡mi eva¨evaKZv Av‡Q| IqvK©k‡c Ask wb‡Z cÖ‡ekg~j¨ †bqv nq| †fwbD : gvbvivZ Avj mvw`qvZ Kvj : b‡f¤^i 20 - 23, 2013 New attraction in Hong Kong Disneyland Hong Kong Disneyland will have a new themed area based on Iron Man. Guests on an epic adventure of a lifetime as they join Tony Stark in a battle against alien invaders across the city of Hong Kong. Tony Stark, known as Iron Man, has brought his Stark Expo to Tomorrowland in Hong Kong Disneyland where guests get to see firsthand the progression of Tony’s Iron Man suits and many other Stark innovations. The guests will go on an epic adventure that not surprisingly pits Iron Man, along with guests, against the forces of evil. This first-of-its kind, E-ticket attraction will include a storyline that takes place in the streets and skies of Hong Kong. Set to open in late 2016, the experience will also include an area where guests can meet and take photos with Iron Man, as well as a Marvel merchandise location. The Dylan Thomas Festival 2013 The 16th annual Dylan Thomas Festival returns to Swansea, Wales from October 27 to November 9, 2013. The festival highlights include the launch of a new centenary commission from Gillian Clarke and a day packed with talks, events, special guests, workshops and Daleks to celebrate Doctor Who’s 50th anniversary. The Dylan Thomas Centre presents an evening based on the fantastically popular Danish drama, The Killing, featuring two of the biggest names writing about it: crime and mystery novelist David Hewson, and actor, writer and television presenter Emma Kennedy. This year’s festival will be especially exciting as it leads up to Dylan Thomas’ centenary in 2014. nsKs wWRwbj¨v‡Û bZyb AvKl©Y nsKs wWRwbj¨v‡Û Avqib g¨vb w_‡gi Ici wfwË K‡i bZyb GKwU Ask hy³ n‡Z hv‡”Q, Af¨vMZiv ‡Uvwb ÷v‡K©i m‡½ mviv nsKs kni Ry‡o nvbv`vi Gwj‡qb‡`i ‡gvKv‡ejv Ki‡Z Ki‡Z mviv Rxe‡bi Rb¨ GK Awe¯§iYxq AwfÁZv AR©b Ki‡e| GLv‡b ‡hgb Dc¯’vcb Kiv n‡q‡Q, Avqib g¨vb Ii‡d ‡Uvwb ÷vK© nsKs wWRwbj¨v‡Ûi Uyg‡ivj¨vÛ As‡k Zvi ÷vK© G·‡cv wb‡q G‡m‡Q, GLv‡b Af¨vMZiv mivmwi ‡UvwbÕi Avqib g¨vb m¨y‡Ui µ‡gvbœqb Ges ÷v‡K©i AviI A‡bK D™¢vebv ‡`L‡Z cv‡e| G‡Z Af¨vMZiv GK AmvaviY A¨vW‡fÂv‡i Avqib g¨v‡bi m‡½ Doevi weij my‡hvM jvf Ki‡e| G mgq Af¨vMZiv Avqib g¨v‡bi m‡½ nvZ wgwj‡q Aïf kw³i weiæ‡× ‡ivgvÂKi hy‡× Ask ‡b‡e| GQvov GLv‡b cÖ_gev‡ii gZ B-wU‡KU bv‡gi AvKl©Y ‡hvM n‡Z hv‡”Q, Gi Mí-aviv Af¨vMZ‡`i nsKs‡qi Awj‡Z Mwj‡Z Avi AvKv‡k wb‡q hv‡e| GwU 2016 mv‡ji ‡kl w`‡K wegy³ n‡e, GB w_‡g Ggb GKwU RvqMv _vK‡e ‡hLv‡b Af¨vMZiv Avqib g¨v‡bi m‡½ Ges gvi‡f‡ji wewfbœ AvKl©Yxq KwíZ Ae¯’v‡b Qwe Zyj‡Z cvi‡e| wWjvb Ugvm Drme 2013 2013Õi 27 A‡±vei †_‡K 9 b‡f¤^i ch©šÍ I‡qj‡mi †mvqvbwR‡Z †lvok wWjvb Ugvm Drme wd‡i‡Q| Gev‡ii Drm‡ei ¸iæZ¡c~Y© w`K nj mvwnwZ¨‡Ki Rb¥kZevwl©Kxi †NvlYv Avi GB †NvlYv †`‡eb wRwjqvb K¬vK©| GB w`bwU Av‡jvPbv, Abyôvbvw`, we‡kl AwZw_, Kg©kvjv Avi mv‡qÝ wdKkb wmwiR ÔW±i ûÕi cÂvkZg evwl©Kx D`hvc‡bi g‡Zv Abyôv‡b Vvmv _vK‡e| wWjvb Ugvm †m›Uvi AZ¨šÍ RbwcÖq W¨vwbk W«vgv wmwiR Ô`¨ wKwjsÕ wb‡q GKwU mܨvi Av‡qvRb K‡i‡Q, GB AvbyôvwbKZvq †hvM †`‡eb `yRb gvbyl hviv GwU wb‡q wj‡L P‡j‡Qb, Avi Zviv n‡jb- inm¨ mvwnwZ¨K †WwfW wnDmb Avi Awf‡bÎx, †jLK Ges †Uwjwfkb Abyôvb Dc¯’vcK Ggv †K‡bwW| 2014 mvjwU wWjvb Ugv‡mi Rb¥kZevwl©Kxi eQi e‡j GB eQ‡ii DrmewU we‡kl ¸iæZ¡ enb Ki‡Q| biman-airlines.com 15 travel buzz Travel Info Iconic resort in the Great Barrier Reef Scheduled to be re-launched as One&Only Hayman Island in April 2014, the highly acclaimed luxury island resort will undergo a multi-million dollar renovation. Hayman is located in the very heart of Australia’s Great Barrier Reef, surrounded by an amazing natural ecosystem of pristine coral reef formations and diverse marine life. Showcasing the natural elements of the iconic location, One&Only will offer a variety of world-class cuisines overseen by internationally acclaimed chefs. The resort will also house an indulgent One&Only Health Spain incorporating the incredible natural environment by utilising elements that are represented in the surrounding botanical gardens. A new Beauty Salon concept along with a state-of-the-art fitness centre with expert personal training will be added. 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The company is donating the last DC10 (last passenger DC10 in the world) to a museum in Seattle, in February 2014when it takes delivery of the new B777300ER. A lot of interest has been generated among the aviation officianados around the world as the last DC10 flight schedule approaches. 16 Nov - Dec 2013 2013Õi b‡f¤^‡ii †k‡l ev wW‡m¤^‡ii wegvb wWwm10 D‡ovRvnv‡Ri wbqwgZ cwiKwíZ d¬vBU †kl Ki‡Z hv‡”Q (GKwU ÷¨vÛevB wn‡m‡e †_‡K hv‡e)| 2014Õi †de«yqvwi‡Z bZyb †evwqs we777-300BAvi MÖnY Kivi mgq wegv‡bi c¶ †_‡K †kl hvÎxevnx wWwm10 D‡ovRvnvR wn‡m‡e †mwU‡K wm‡qUj Rv`yNi‡K Dcnvi †`Iqv n‡e| mviv `ywbqvi Gwf‡qkb DrmyKiv wecyj AvMÖn wb‡q wWwm10 D‡ovRvnvRwUi †kl cwiKwíZ d¬vB‡Ui A‡c¶vq Av‡Q| Welcome to Delhi’s Most Loved angladesh Fly er Special Offer or Biman Bang • F l ad rs lye * • For Bim a n B Rod Anker, Celebrity Hair Stylist Hair | Beauty | Spa | Makeup | Nail +91-11-42595959 Greater Kailash - II | South Extension - I | Rajouri Garden | Punjabi Bagh (W) | Connaught Place | Dwarka www.monsoonsalon.com *To avail discount, please present your Biman Bangladesh boarding pass. es lad g an Get 25% Off on any service hF es h Flyers* nB ma i B s* • F or Salon & Spa Chain! travel buzz Travel Info Cruise lingo Modern luxury now meets modern technology with innovative mobile app for guests in cruise. Modern luxury liner Celebrity Cruises has made it easy for vacationers to speak local languages with its new, industry-first app, ‘Cruise Lingo’. It is an interactive language and culture guide and a customised version of the award-winning mobile app from TripLingo. Cruise Lingo allows travellers an easy access to authentic local phrases and relevant information for destination experience. The free, new Cruise Lingo app can be downloaded onto Android and iOS smartphones and tablets from www. celebritycruises.com/mobile. Included in the free version of the app are 80 standard phrases in 11 languages, 56 cruise-specific phrases, 20 free uses of the voice translator and access to 2,000 dictionary words translated into all 11 languages. µyR wj‡½v †bŠ-ågYiZ ch©UK‡`i Rb¨ we‡klfv‡e ˆZwi D™¢vebx †gvevBj A¨v‡c AvaywbK wejvm AvaywbK c«hyw³i m‡½ GKvKvi n‡q †M‡Q| GB †¶‡Î c«_gev‡ii g‡Zv ˆZwi ÔµyR wj‡½vÕ A¨vcwUi gva¨‡g AvaywbK wejvmeûj jvBbvi †mwjwe«wU µyR AeKvk hvcbKvix‡`i Rb¨ †h †Kvb ¯’vbxq fvlvq K_v ejv mnR K‡i w`‡q‡Q| GwU GKwU B›UviA¨vw±f fvlvMZ I mvs¯‹…wZK wb‡`©wkKv Avi TripLingo GB cyi¯‹viRqx †gvevBj A¨v‡ci Kv‡÷vgvBR&W ms¯‹iYwU G‡b‡Q| µyR wj‡½vi gva¨‡g ågYKvixiv Lye mn‡R weï× ¯’vbxq fvlv ejvi c×wZ Rvb‡Z cvi‡eb Ges åg‡Yi MšÍe¨ m¤ú‡K©I cÖvmw½K Z_¨ cv‡eb| www.celebritycruises.com/mobile †_‡K bZyb GB µyR wj‡½v A¨vcwU A¨vÛ«‡qW, AvBIGm ¯§vU©‡dvb Ges U¨ve‡j‡U WvBb‡jvW Kiv hv‡e †Kvb LiP QvovB| webvg~‡j¨ c«vc¨ ms¯‹i‡Yi A¨vcwU‡Z 11wU fvlvq 80wU c«PwjZ evK¨, 56wU µyR-wba©vwiZ evK¨, f‡qm U«v݇jU‡ii 20 evi e¨envi Ges 11wU fvlv‡Z Abyev` Kiv 2,000 k‡ãi AvwfavwbK A_© Rvbvi myweav Av‡Q| Rickshaw tours The Taj Mahal Hotel, New Delhi, India has introduced ‘Leisurely Rickshaw Tours’ of the Walled City of Old Delhi. The hotel offers the Rickshaw Ride to experience the multi-faceted charms of Old Delhi in specially designed Rickshaws for comfort and style. It is the only organised tour of its kind with special brochures and audio aid. The Rickshaw Tour takes one 400 years back through the narrow lanes of Old Delhi. One can experience a fascinating tour of the historical sites and eloquent memorials - Red Fort, Jama Masjid and Fatehpuri Masjid that reminds of the glory and fame of the Mughal period, Digamber Jain Temple, Haveli Lounge and a stroll through Chawri Bazar, Kinari Bazar and Ajmeri Gate that are apt for shopping, art tours and spiritual learning. 18 Nov - Dec 2013 wiKkv ågY fvi‡Zi bqv w`jøx‡Z Aew¯’Z ZvRgnj †nv‡Uj †`qvj †Niv cyi‡bv w`jxø As‡k Ô‡jRviwj wiKk Uy¨imÕ ïiæ K‡i‡Q| we‡klfv‡e ˆZwi Avivg`vqK wiKkv‡Z P‡o cyivb w`jxøi wewea AvKl©Y Dc‡fvM Kivi Rb¨ †nv‡Uj GB wiKkv ivB‡Wi e‡›`ve¯Í K‡i‡Q| we‡kl e«wkIi Avi AwWI mnvqKmn GwU GB Nivbvi GKgvÎ mycwiKwíZ åg‡Yi e¨e¯’v| wiKkv Uy¨i cyi‡bv w`jøxi miæ Mwjc_ w`‡q ch©UK‡K G‡Kev‡i 400 eQ‡ii AZx‡Z wb‡q hv‡e| ågYKvix weL¨vZ HwZnvwmK ¯’vcbv Avi we¯§qKi ¯§…wZ‡mŠa cwi`k©‡bi GK g‡bvgy»Ki AwfÁZv AR©b Ki‡Z cvi‡eb| Gi g‡a¨ Av‡Qjvj ‡Kjøv, Rvgv gmwR` hv †gvMj Avg‡ji gwngv Avi kvbkIK‡Zi K_v g‡b Kwi‡q ‡`q, w`M¤^i gw›`i, nv‡ewj jvDÄ Avi PvIwi evRvi, wKbvwi evRvi Ges AvR‡gwi †M‡U wKQyUv nuvUvnuvwUi gv‡S †KbvKvUv Kiv †h‡Z cv‡i, wkíKjv m¤ú‡K© Ges Ava¨vwZ¥K wel‡q aviYv cvIqv hvq| cover story DESTINATION The city magnificent RgKv‡jv gnvbMi 20 Nov - Dec 2013 Although Yangon has lost its Capital status to Nay Pyi Taw, but its charm has remained for Myanmar visitors Bqv½b ivRavbx wn‡m‡e ‡bB wc U Gi ¯’jvwfwl³ n‡jI Gi ‡RŠjyl wKš‘ GKUyI K‡gwb, GLbI GwU wgqvbgv‡i ch©UK‡`i Rb¨ cÖavb AvKl©Y By: Alakananda Bhattacharya biman-airlines.com 21 cover story Images: Ministry of Hotels & Tourism, Myanmar DESTINATION 22 Nov - Dec 2013 Referred to as the ‘Garden City of the East’ for its idyllic lakes, shady parks, green tropical vegetation and the Zoological Gardens, the city displays an energetic wave of business activities. The scenic stretch of the Inya Lake is ideal for yachting and cross-the-lake swimming that can calm you down Y m angon, the gateway to Myanmar by sea and air, continues to grow in the minds of travellers for its subtle cultural ethos. Yangon means the ‘End of Strife’. Having been through the British colonisation, the city’s architecture reflects a distinct Victorian feel along with superb Myanmar motifs. gy`«c_ I wegvbc‡_ Bqv½b wgqvbgv‡ii cÖ‡ekØvi; wb¸p mvs¯‹…wZK HwZ‡n¨i A‡gvN AvKl©‡Y GB gnvbMi AvR‡KI mviv we‡k¦i ågYKvix‡`i gb Ry‡o Av‡Q| Bqv½b bvgwUi A_© nj Ôweev‡`i cwimgvwßÕ| weªwUk Jcwb‡ewkK kvm‡bi Kvi‡Y bMiwUi ¯’vcZ¨Kjvq PgrKvi wgqvbgvwi bKkvi m‡½ GRb¨B e¨vcKfv‡e wf‡±vixq hy‡Mi Abyf~wZ mgwš^Z †`Lv hvq| To put it simply the city is beautiful. A kingly feel runs through you as you stroll through the Cultural Museum. The Gems Museum shows the priceless world of jade, pearl and ruby. GK K_vq ej‡Z †M‡j Ac~e© GB kni| GB bM‡ii weL¨vZ KvjPvivj wgDwRqv‡g G‡j Avcbvi gv‡S GK Awbe©Pbxq ivRKxq Abyf~wZ mÂvi n‡e| wVK GKB Kvi‡Y †RW, gy³v Avi iæwei msMÖnmg„× †Rgm wgDwRqvg Avcbvi Rb¨ GK AmvaviY †eovevi MšÍe¨ n‡Z cv‡i | Referred to as the ‘Garden City of the East’ for its idyllic lakes, shady parks, green tropical vegetation and the Zoological Gardens, the city is electrifying. The scenic stretch of the Inya Lake is ideal for yachting and swimming. cÖkvšÍ n«`, Qvqv mywbweo cvK©, k¨vgj µvšÍxq eb Avi AMwYZ RyIjwRK¨vj Mv‡W©‡bi Rb¨ Bqv½b‡K ejv nq ÔMv‡W©b wmwU Ae `¨ B÷Õ| cvkvcvwk bMiwU‡Z e¨emvwqK e¨¯ÍZviI NvUwZ ‡bB| Avi Bqv½b wek¦we`¨vjq K¨v¤úv‡mi jv‡Mvqv cÖvK…wZK `… k¨gwÛZ Bwbqv †jK BqwUs Avi µm-`¨-‡jK muvZv‡ii Rb¨ GK Av`k© MšÍe¨| GLv‡b G‡j Avcbvi gb cÖkvšÍ n‡q hv‡e| essence Yangon presents a mixed charm of being an old and new city biman-airlines.com 23 cover story DESTINATION Spiritually inclined Yangon takes one through a spiritual journey. A display of lighting oil clay mud lamps and candles as part of a praying ritual at the Shwedagon Pagoda is a spellbound moment. Worshippers are seen dressed colourfully offering flowers, food, candles and water as a daily ritual by circling the shrine. The beautiful looking Shwedagon Pagoda atop Singuttara Hill is considered as the greatest and most impressive Buddhist pagoda in Myanmar and is a solid brick stupa that is completely covered with gold. It has become the face of the city. It was originally 8.2 metre tall. Now, it stands as 100 metre high which is a result of constant renovations. It is considered to be more than 2500 years old that enshrines strands of Buddha’s hair and other holy relics. One can have a look of the Maha Wizaya Pagoda on the Dhammarakkhita Hill facing the Shwedagon Pagoda. The King and Queen of Nepal had gifted an image of Buddha, which is enshrined within the pagoda. 24 Nov - Dec 2013 Ava¨vwZ¥KZvi Av‡gR Bqv½b ågY A‡b‡Ki Rb¨ GK Ava¨vwZ¥K hvÎvI n‡Z cv‡i| weL¨vZ †kv‡q`vMb c¨v‡MvWv‡Z wbqwgZ Dcvmbvi Ask wn‡m‡e †Zj-gvwUi cÖ`xc Ges †gvgevwZ R¡vjv‡bvi `…k¨ Avcbv‡K gš¿gy» K‡i ivL‡e| Avi Dcvmbvi Rb¨ AvMZ‡`i eY©gq †cvkvKI GLv‡b GK Rv`yKix Ave‡ni m…wó K‡i| AmsL¨ f³ GLv‡b c¨v‡MvWv cÖ`w¶‡Yi mgq ˆ`bw›`b ag©xq AvPv‡ii Ask wn‡m‡e dyj, Lvevi Avi cvwb AÄwj w`‡q _v‡K| wm½yËviv cvnv‡oi Ici †kv‡q`vMb c¨v‡MvWv‡K wgqvbgv‡ii me‡P‡q ¸iæZ¡c~Y© Ges wPËvKl©K †eŠ× gw›`i wn‡m‡e MY¨ Kiv nq| Gi kx‡l©i B‡U ˆZwi ¯Í~cwUi cy‡ivUvB LuvwU †mvbv w`‡q Av¯ÍiY Kiv n‡q‡Q| GwUB gnvbMiwUi cwiPqvnb Ki‡Q| GKmgq Gi D”PZv wQj 8.2 wgUvi| jvMvZvi ms®‹vi Avi cybtm®‹v‡ii ci GLb GwU 100 wgUv‡ii g‡Zv DuPy| ¯’vcbvwU AvovB nvRvi eQ‡ii cyi‡bv e‡j MY¨ Kiv nq| GLv‡b †MŠZg ey‡×i Py‡ji †MvQv Avi AviI wKQy cweÎ ¯§viK Av‡Q| Gi cvkvcvwk a¤§iw¶Z wn‡j Aew¯’Z †kv‡q`vMb c¨v‡MvWvi w`‡K gyL Kiv gnv weRqv c¨v‡MvWvwUI GKwU eo AvKl©Y| †bcv‡ji ivRv I ivbxi Dcnvi †`Iqv ey×i GKwU Qwe Av‡Q c¨v‡MvWvwU‡Z| Exploring Yangon The Karaweik Another facet of Yangon is Karaweik, which appears truly surreal. The mythological Karaweik, a water bird from the Indian prehistory, appears sitting on the Royal Lake is a 82 m long contemporary function space. The place is illuminated in the evening and people enjoy dance and classical Myanmar music. National Museum From the Myanmar script and alphabet of the Ratanapon Period to the Mandalay Regalia-majestic Lion Throne of the last Myanmar King, etc., can be witnessed at the National Museum. In a five-storey building having 14 halls, visitors can witness priceless ancient artefacts, works of art and historic memorabilia. Bogyoke Aung San Market Largest and liveliest of city’s markets in the downtown Yangon, it offers a diverse range of products to shop. The atmosphere is comparable to a flea market where you can barter, and to get the best price, be the first one to visit in the morning. Strand Hotel It cannot get better if you are staying in this 1901 built heritage structure. The Victorian elegance is evident through its architecture. The interesting elements are the teak floors and luxurious bathrooms takes one through the old world charm of the city. 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If want to feel lucky, try out Burmese Leaf Tea Salad or what is popularly known as Lahpet Thoke, which uses traditional Burmese fermented tea leaf. Biman connects Yangon and Dhaka with two flights per week biman-airlines.com 25 photo essay TRAVEL For a mystical sojourn GK AZxw›`ªq cvš’wbev‡mi Rb¨ Kathmandu offers myriad layers of surprises through its distinct past ¯^Zš¿ AZxZ BwZnvm †_‡K KvVgvÛzi ci‡Z ci‡Z AmsL¨ PgK jywK‡q Av‡Q 26 Sept -- Dec Nov Oct 2013 2013 Swayambhunath Temple is an ancient religious complex. This was constructed by King Pratap Malla in the 17th century. The stone pilgrim stairway climb to approach the temple is very attractive. It is also called the Monkey Temple as a lot of monkeys live here. ¯^q¤¢bz v_ gw›`i GKwU cÖvPxb ag©xq ¯’vcbv| ivRv cÖZvc gjø mß`k kZvãx‡Z GwU wbg©vY K‡iwQ‡jb| Zx_©hvÎx‡`i Rb¨ gw›`‡i DVevi cv_‡ii ˆZwi wmuwowU AZ¨šÍ AvKl©Yxq| GLv‡b AmsL¨ evbi evm K‡i e‡j G‡K gvw¼ †U¤cjI ejv n‡q _v‡K| Image: Susheel Shrestha biman-airlines.com biman-airlines.com 27 photo essay Image: Susheel Shrestha TRAVEL Market area near Swayambhunath Temple sells lots of artefacts, jewellery, etc., and is apt for buying souvenirs, while making a visit to the temple. 28 Nov - Dec 2013 ¯^q¤¢bz v_ gw›`‡ii Avkcv‡ki evRvi¸‡jv‡Z wewfbœ ai‡bi n¯ÍwkíRvZ mvgMÖx, Aj¼vi BZ¨vw` cvIqv hvq, gw›`i †`L‡Z Avmvi cvkvcvwk wewfbœ iKg ¯§viK wRwbmcÎ †Kbvi Rb¨I GwU Av`k© RvqMv| KvVgvÛzi HwZnvwmK As‡ki Avmvb PK Avi B›`ª P‡Ki cÖvYgq evRvi¸‡jv wcZj, †eªvÄ Avi Zvgvi †PvL auvav‡bv wRwbmcÎ †Kbvi Rb¨ GKwU `viæY RvqMv| AZx‡Zi ¯§„wZweRwoZ Gme Mwj‡Z bM‡ii cyi‡bv w`‡bi †mB Aven wd‡i cvIqv hvq| Image: Susheel Shrestha Bazaars of Asan Chowk and Indra Chowk in the historic parts of Kathmandu are lively that offer stunning wares of brass, bronze and copper. These memory lanes take one through the old charm of the city. biman-airlines.com 29 photo essay TRAVEL Image: Arjun Rai Architecture-wise Taleju Temple is simply magnificent. It was built in 1564 by Mahendra Malla dedicated to Taleju Bhawani - a goddess from the south of India, which became the royal goddess of the Malla kings in the 14th century. 30 Nov - Dec 2013 wbg©vY‰kjxi we‡ePbvq Zv‡jRy gw›`i GK K_vq Zzjbvnxb| Zv‡jRy fevbx bv‡g `w¶Y fvi‡Zi GK †`exi D‡Ï‡k g‡n›`ª gjø 1564 mv‡j GB gw›`i cÖwZôv K‡ib| Zv‡jRy fevbx PZz`k © kZvãx‡Z gjø es‡ki ivR‡`ex wn‡m‡e cÖwZwôZ n‡qwQj| Image: Om Yadav In 1667, King Pratap Malla built Rani Pokhari (a large fenced tank) to console his queen over the death of their son (who was trampled by an elephant). The pool was apparently used during the Malla era for trials by ordeal. nvwZi cv‡q wcó n‡q cy‡Îi g„Z¨z i ci ivbx‡K mvšÍb¦ v †`evi j‡¶¨ ivRv cÖZvc gjø 1667 mv‡j ivbx †cvLvwi (wekvj †eóbx †`Iqv w`wN) Lbb Kivb| e¯‘Z w`wNwU gjø kvmbvg‡j AwMœcix¶vi gva¨‡g m‡›`nfvRbiv Acivax wKbv Zv hvPvB‡qi Rb¨ e¨eüZ nZ| biman-airlines.com 31 shopping TRAVEL 32 Nov - Dec 2013 Dubai a delight for shoppers `yevB: ‡µZvi AvKl©Y Early in 2014 Dubai should be in your travel wish list if you love to shop Avcwb hw` †KbvKvUv Ki‡Z fvjev‡mb Zvn‡j 2014Õi cÖ_g fvM Avcbvi ågYZvwjKvq `yevB‡qi bvg _vKv DwPZ By: Alakananda Bhattacharya I f you are game enough to splurge big time, then Dubai Shopping Festival 2014 (DSF) is definitely something that you should visit. Starting from January 2, 2014 to February 2, 2014, this will be the 19th annual edition of this internationally acclaimed festival. Since 1996, DSF drew 47 million visitors who have spent over 114 billion Dirhams in shopping, hospitality and entertainment. The festival’s slogan - ‘One World. One Family. One Festival’ - paints Dubai into a festive spirit. Entertaining events and activities are lined up from international concerts, musical shows, sports to outdoor activities, fashion events, etc., reflecting the Arabian culture and tradition. So much to shop With over 70 malls and 6,000 shops throughout the city, there is a wide range of options to shop. DSF offers many chances to win big as there are numerous deals and discounts of up to 75% on a range of merchandise. Having the largest collection of international retail brands under one roof, low trade tariffs and plenty of tax-free shopping makes the city an attractive place to shop. The range of products is huge starting from jewellery, electronic products, cell phones to sports cars and many more. 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DSF offers many chances to win numerous deals and discounts of up to 75% biman-airlines.com 33 shopping TRAVEL stretching for many kilometres. The music and lights are synchronised which is spell-casting. But there are certain things that you would not like to miss during the festival period. Check out the following list to complete your shopping experience with leisure activities. Global Village - It is a perfect place to explore different cultures and cuisines of countries across the globe. One can also enjoy the performances from different countries. DSF opening ceremony is an enthralling event to watch that showcases spectacular fireworks stretching for many kilometres. The music and lights are synchronised which is spell-casting. Night Souqs - These are characterised by various cuisines and products from diverse cultures. One can explore a wide variety of items like handmade products to popular handicrafts, paintings, clothing materials, shawls, leather goods, scarves, etc. If you are lucky you might get good bargains on traditional artefacts. With special attractions for children, souqs are perfect for family outings. Al Rigga Street - It is ideal for family outings. Various packages are floated that allow you to check out street performances, night souqs, fun fair area tent and the Monte-Carlo International Circus Festival. DSF Desert Camp - The DSF Desert Camp is focused on the Emirati Heritage and Culture. 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There is also a shop which can be looked into for buying traditional artefacts. Street Carnival - One of the top attractions which is filled with live music, performances, fireworks, laser, etc. The glamour quotient gets added up with the presence of some famous personalities and celebrities. Look forward to the food and hospitality offered which is unmatched. Carpet and Arts Oasis - Annually held, this event draws thousands of tourists and visitors offering a treasure of carpets, with global traders offer a good value proposition. Covering 12,000 sq. m, it showcases 1,00,000 carpets from around the world, including products from Iran, Turkey, Pakistan, Afghanistan, China and East Europe. After your shopping, check out the music concerts, different small street plays and nightly fireworks displays that illuminate the nightlife of Dubai. 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The nine month long war was fought by the brave souls of the soil. Victory was finally achieved on the 16th of December 1971 at the cost of almost 3 million lives and damage caused to property. On this particular day, when Lieutenant General AK Niazi, the commanding officer of the attacking Pakistani force, with his 90,000 soldiers surrendered to Lieutenant General Jagjit Singh Aurora, the joint commander of the Bangladesh-India allied force, it not only marked the end of the war but symbolised the all out victory by the people of Bangladesh over the 24 year long Pakistani oppression. Therefore, this day has a special significance in the heart of all Bangladesh citizens. Inner significance Bangladesh, then known as East Pakistan, had been suffering the curse of subjection for quite a long time. Before the Pakistani regime it was under the British rule for almost 200 years. Even before the British came, this land was ruled by the descendants of Afghan and Turks. 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Ever since, the people of Bangladesh have been observing this day as the Victory Day, which is locally known as ‘Bijoy Dibos’. Quick Takes Special Day December 16 is celebrated not only to commemorate the great victory but it’s also observed to kindle the fire of the same patriotism in the heart of the young Bangladeshis, which once pushed the people of this land out of their comfort zone to save the motherland 38 Nov - Dec 2013 The day is celebrated not only to commemorate the great victory but it’s also observed to kindle the fire of the same patriotism in the heart of the young Bangladeshis, which once pushed the people of this land out of their comfort zone to save the motherland. The day is celebrated as a national holiday and is observed throughout the world by the Bangladeshi community no matter wherever they are. Cultural celebrations The official celebration of the Victory Day takes place with much formality, which involves special speech by the President and Prime Minister. A special military parade is held at the National Parade Ground and flowers are offered at the National Monument for Martyrs at Savar by the Head of State and Head of Government. The cultural celebration is much more colourful which people observe with deep emotion. The national flag is hoisted everywhere and important buildings are decorated with lighting. Different socio-cultural organisations arrange cultural programmes containing songs, dance performances, plays and poetry recitations, which depict the rich cultural heritage of the nation. It also reflect upon the sacrifice done by the martyrs during the war. By means of all these celebrations people, and specially the young generation, take a pledge to build a powerful, affluent, prosperous and happy Bangladesh for the future. 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Passion. craft melange a ng l a b r ama Off the canvas K¨vbfvm Qvwo‡q New gen artists are making life and nature their canvas bZyb cÖR‡b¥i wkíxiv Rxeb Avi cÖK…wZ‡K Zv‡`i K¨vbfvm evwb‡q cÖKvk Ki‡Qb U mv Shawon Akand, Artist and Chief Curator from Bangladesh, held the SM Sultan International Residency Programme in Narail, Bangladesh during 23-31 August, 2013 that brought artists evsjv‡`‡ki wkíx Avi c«avb wKD‡iUi kvIb AvK›` evsjv‡`‡ki bovB‡j GmGg myjZvb B›Uvib¨vkbvj ‡iwm‡WwÝ ‡c«vM«v‡gi Av‡qvRb K‡ib| 2013 mv‡ji 23 ‡_‡K 31 AvM‡÷ AbywôZ GB Kvh©µ‡g bZyb GB wkíaviv Abykxj‡bi By: Sanjeev Bhar essence Reflecting Sheikh Mohammed Sultan’s philosophy of projecting the day-to-day life of a city through city’s unique entities forming the canvas is emerging as a new media art. 40 Nov - Dec 2013 sually, artists try to capture myriad facets of life on a canvas and then try to draw a parallel to life. Interestingly, it is always a challenge for a viewer to interpret an artist’s expression. But, understanding life through life is easy. An artist, who is known for this philosophy in Bangladesh - SM Sultan, has inspired many to bring that to practice. aviYZ wkíxiv Rxe‡bi A¸bwZ w`K K¨vbfv‡m Zy‡j a‡i Ges Rxe‡bi m‡½ Zvi mvgÄm¨ NUvevi cÖqvm cvq| wkíxi Awfe¨w³ wb‡Ri g‡Zv K‡i ey‡S †bqv eiveiB `k©‡Ki Rb¨ eo GKwU P¨v‡jÄ| Z‡e, Rxe‡bi gvS w`‡q Rxeb‡K †evSv LyeB mnR| GB `k©‡bi Rb¨ †h wkíx evsjv‡`‡k mgwaK cwiwPZ wZwb Gm Gg myjZvb| Zvi GB `k©‡bi Aby‡cÖiYvq A‡b‡KB wkíPP©v Ki‡Qb| from Bangladesh, India and Nepal. He says, “Titled ‘Roots’, the art camp connected with the philosophy of the legendary artist SM Sultan. Village life and people were the basic theme of Sultan’s painting where he portrayed the simplicity of rural people. In our project, we did something new - create a new media art - related to his life and philosophy but with a new approach, focussing on local materials at the locations of Narail. I think, that will be contributing to the South Asian art form to an extent.” A new art form Another fellow curator in the camp was from India, Satadru Sovan Banduri, Fulbright Scholar, University of California. He says, “Our idea is to project the day-to-day life of Narail, Bangladesh through the city itself. We used the city as a canvas e.g., Chitra River bank, Victoria-college, Old Fare Ghat, Nishinath Tala, College ground, Shilpakala Academy, local road, etc.” In fact, this form is quite social in its approach, showcasing non-commercial art, as a daily discourse of life. The theme ‘Roots’explored the cultural roots through any means, medium and material to create interactive pieces involving the place and people, feels the young Indian artist, Nilanjana Nandy. She says, “While people of Narail are extremely aware of visual art in the form of painting, sculpture, etc., the new media work in the form of installations, performances, site specific sculptures, etc., created great enthusiasm.” Additionally, Nandy’s art theme, ‘The Human Imprint’ or ‘Chaap-e dhora maanush’(in Bangla) explored the tradition of unconscious writing/ doodling/scribbling on empty walls/surfaces especially, unsupervised. Since it was about going back to roots, artists chose materials like textile, seed, jute stick, jute rope, bucket, towel, fishingnet, clay, etc., to connect with the immediate life and environment. The new media artwork is showing how a city transformation depicts art through life which need not rely on a canvas to be appreciated. 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And Ilish is the fish that rules their palate gvQ Avi wgwói cÖwZ AvKl©Y ‡_‡KB GKRb Avmj evOvwji cwiPq cvIqv hvq| Avi Bwjk nj ‡mB gvQ ‡hwU evsjvq ¯^v‡`i ZvwjKvi kx‡l© By: Sameek Bhattacharya W hile the French pride on wine and caviar, Germans on beer and sausage, the English comes closer to Bengalis when they flaunt their fish and chips. But the entire cultural identity of the Bengalis reflects in their fetish for Ilish (Hilsa in Bangla). Their zeal makes it much more than just a delicacy adorning their tables during monsoons. It is, in fact, a deep-rooted socio-cultural phenomenon binding the Bengali fraternity. So much so that a ‘true Bengali’ is said to be one who takes in a mouthful of Hilsa and then sort out the bones from the flesh. A celebration concept essence Bengalis have always celebrated Hilsa through literature, songs, films and even football 42 Nov - Dec 2013 Bengalis have always celebrated Hilsa through literature, songs, films and even football. As far back as in the 1860s, Kaliprasanna Singha in his literary masterpiece Hootum Pyanchar Naksha wrote how Bengali babus would spend ‘two months’ salary to celebrate the arrival of Hilsa in the market’. The zeal continues even today. Without this ‘Queen of the Fishes’ it would be like celebrating Eid without the moon’s crescent or Durga Puja with lights for the Bengalis. Indeed monsoon remains incomplete without the deep romance of soaking in the flavours and aroma of the piping hot fried Hilsa. 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Their zeal makes it much more than just a delicacy adorning their tables during monsoons. It is, in fact, a deep-rooted socio-cultural phenomenon binding the Bengali fraternity biman-airlines.com 43 food feast melange right cuts, kind of mustard and spice required to cook it just right, etc. Quick Takes Fascinating relationship Bengalis have cemented the association of Hilsa with monsoon by naming the petite droplets, which follow the torrential rains, as Ilishey Guri - Hilsa droplets. 44 Nov - Dec 2013 Hilsa evokes a feeling of nostalgia even in West Bengal (in India) for those having their roots in Bangladesh. It has become the symbol of the soccer giant East Bengal named specifically after pre-partition eastern part of Bengal. Bangladesh, lovingly called Sonar Bangla or the Golden Bengal, for its rich agrarian resources and culture is hailed for its Hilsa, sharing the hall of fame with the iconic Royal Bengal Tiger, mangrove forests of the Sunderbans, the Dhaka saree and Rabindra Sangeet. A cherished treasure ‘Ilish’ is arguably Bangladesh’s most cherished treasure. A tropical fish of the genus Tenualosa Ilisa - Hilsa thrives in estuarine and riverine environments where it migrates for spawning. Rich in essential Omega-3 fatty acids, it is considered the most delicious panacea for coronary heart diseases, hypertension, diabetes, rheumatoid arthritis, brain development and depression. Ironically, the fish is fighting for its own survival now and steps are being taken to conserve it. Yet, this fish will remain a mainstay on a Bengali food platter forever evoking memories of friendly banter, auspicious days and nostalgic family meals. Hilsa evokes a feeling of nostalgia in West Bengal (India) for those having roots in Bangladesh. 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Be it winning the World Cup, a success party of a milestone achievement, an evening after a long tiring day or may be a getaway with your beloved, all of these become an indelible memory with the uncorking of a Champagne bottle. The bubbly drink oozes out to greet us, congratulate us. Originated in the Champagne region of France, its popularity has transcended many borders and cultures. It has been able to unite people across the globe with its style and élan. In fact, now, it is no longer a region centric drink; even other parts of the world are producing Champagne. Ruling royalty essence Champagne has been able to unite people across the globe with its style and élan. In fact, now, is no longer a region centric drink 46 Nov - Dec 2013 Between the 17th and 19th century, this drink was majorly associated with royalty and luxury. But with time it also tantalised other classes of the society during various occasions. Jackie Matai, Co-Founder, Aspri Spirits, says, “Perfect Champagne involves a lot of care and expert handling, whether handpicking the grapes, especially those, which are perfectly matured with the right acidity and sugar content and belonging to the Grand Cru areas.” Drink of all times There are three perfect blends of grapes – Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and Pinot Meunier, A wfRvZ, iæwPevb Ges weRqx gvby‡li Rb¨ k¨v‡¤úb Dchy³ cvbxq| †nvK Zv wek¦Kvc Rq, GK ¸iæZ¡c~Y© AR©‡bi mvd‡j¨i D‡Ï‡k cvwU©, mvivw`‡bi K¬vwšÍ †k‡l GKwU mܨvi AeKvk ev wcÖq gvbylwU‡K wb‡q Avb›`gyLi mgq, GKwU k¨v‡¤ú‡bi †evZ‡ji wQwc Ly‡jB Zv‡K GK Awe¯§iYxq ¯§…wZ‡Z cwiYZ Kiv hvq| GB †dwbj cvbxq †evZj †_‡K †ewi‡q Avgv‡`i ï‡f”Qv Avi Awfb›`b Rvbv‡Z| d«v‡Ýi k¨v‡¤úb A‡j DrcwË n‡jI, Gi RbwcÖqZv eû mxgvšÍ Avi ms¯‹…wZ‡K AwZµg K‡i mviv we‡k¦ Qwo‡q c‡o‡Q| wek¦e¨vcx gvbyl‡K Gi wbR¯^ ÷vBj Avi cÖv‡Yi D”QjZv w`‡q GK K‡i Avm‡Q| AvR k¨v‡¤úb Avi AÂjwfwËK cvbxq bq; c…w_exi Ab¨vb¨ RvqMvqI GB cvbxqwU Drcv`b Kiv n‡”Q| ivRKxq cvbxq mß`k ‡_‡K Ebwesk kZvãx Aew× GB cvbxqwU cÖavbZ ivRivRov Avi AvwfRv‡Z¨i m‡½ Nwbô m¤úK©hy³ wQj| Z‡e mg‡qi m‡½ m‡½ mgv‡Ri Ab¨ †kÖwYi gvbyl‡KI Zv‡`i AvbyôvwbKZv D`hvc‡b AvK…ó K‡i‡Q| A¨vw¯ú« w¯úwiUm-Gi mn-cÖwZôvZv R¨vwK gvUvB e‡jb, ÒLuvwU k¨v‡¤úb ˆZwii m‡½ cÖPyi hZœ Avi `¶ kÖg wb‡qvM Riæwi| AvOy‡ii g‡a¨ we‡kl K‡i MÖuv µy GjvKvq Drcbœ Rv‡Zi¸‡jv nv‡Z †e‡Q †e‡Q Zyj‡Z nq †h¸‡jv mwVK A¤øZv Avi wPwbmn wbLyuZfv‡e †c‡K‡Q|Ó me©Kvjxb cvbxq wbLyuZ k¨v‡¤úb ˆZwii Rb¨ cÖavbZ wZb ai‡bi AvOyi e¨envi Kiv nqÑkv‡`©v‡b, wc‡bv †bvqv Ges wc‡bv gqwb‡q| `xN©mgq a‡i GBR Kiv cvbxqwU cvb Ki‡j Zvi ¯^v` cvbKvixi g‡b `xN© mg‡qi Rb¨ Qvc ivL‡Z cv‡i| gvUvB‡qi g‡Z, Lye mZK©fv‡e m~² c×wZ Aej¤^b Ki‡jB GB RvZxq myivi h_ vh_ DòZv Avi †dwbj ˆewkó¨ wbwðZ Kiv hvq, Avi GUvB nj k¨v‡¤ú‡bi Abb¨ w`K| A‡c¶vK…Z †ewk wgwn Avi †ewk Between the 17th and 19th century, Champagne was majorly associated with royalty and luxury. But with time it also tantalised other classes of the society during various occasions. Three perfect blends of grapes are – Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and Pinot Meunier, which make for a perfect glass. biman-airlines.com 47 beverage melange which make for a perfect glass. A long aged drink will give the taste that will last on the mind of its drinker. According to Matai, careful riddling procedure enables to make sure that this wine gets the perfect toasty and yeasty characters, which is unique to Champagne. The finer and long lasting bubbles are definitely a vital need that comes from long ageing process. “If preserved correctly, champagnes can last easily for a good 20-30 years. The vintage Champagnes are the one where the grapes are not blended from the earlier vintage wines,” he adds. With time, wines have added to the choices. But Matai feels that Champagne’s taste and production technique is unique, though most of the producers from around the world are adopting the technique to produce the same quality of wine in a much reasonable price. Even after the economic slump and rising prices, consumers still want to have a glass of bubbly in their hands. Champagnes from brands like Champagne Lombard have managed to remain popular in spite of emergence of several different wine brands. For a perfect glass Though originated in the Champagne region of France, Champagne’s popularity has undoubtedly transcended many borders and cultures. It is now produced in many parts of the world. 48 Nov - Dec 2013 Having Champagne in a perfect manner is also pertinent for an avid drinker. It’s not only about the presentation of the drink but also about the taste. According to Maximilian J. Riedel, President, Riedel Crystal, glasses surely make a difference as it is truly shaped towards the DNA of grape wine. “A wine’s bouquet, taste, balance and finish are all affected by the shape of the glass it is consumed from. Wine displays completely different characteristics when served in different glasses,” he says. mgq ¯’vqx eyØy` Aek¨cÖ‡qvRbxq GK ˆewkó¨ Avi Zv cvIqv hvq `xN© mgq a‡i GBwRs Ki‡jB| wZwb AviI e‡jb, ÒwVK g‡Zv msi¶Y Ki‡j k¨v‡¤úb 20 †_‡K 30 eQi wU‡K _v‡K| wf‡›UR k¨v‡¤úb nj †mwUB hv ˆZwii mgq Gi †P‡qI cyi‡bv myivi m‡½ AvOy‡ii im †gkv‡bv nq bv|Ó mg‡qi m‡½ m‡½ iæwP Abyhvqx wewfbœ iK‡gi myivi mgš^q n‡q‡Q| mviv we‡k¦i AwaKvsk Drcv`Kiv gvb wVK †i‡L Kg `v‡g myiv mieiv‡ni Rb¨ bZyb bZyb Drcv`b c×wZ D™¢veb K‡i P‡j‡Q| gvUvB g‡b K‡ib Gi wecix‡Z k¨v‡¤ú‡bi ¯^v` Avi Drcv`b c×wZ Abb¨| Ggb A_©‰bwZK g›`v Avi D”Pg~‡j¨i evRv‡iI †µZviv GLbI Zv‡`i nv‡Z GK Møvm †dwbj k¨v‡¤úb †c‡Z Pvq| A‡bK weL¨vZ eª¨v‡Ûi myivi AvMgb nIqv m‡Ë¡I k¨v‡¤úb j¤^viW-Gi g‡Zv eª¨v‡Ûi k¨v‡¤úb AvRI Zvi RbwcÖqZv Avi L¨vwZ AÿzYœ ivL‡Z †c‡i‡Q| wbLyuZ Møv‡mi Rb¨ wbLyuZ †KZvq cvb KivUv GKRb g‡bv‡hvMx k¨v‡¤úb cvbKvixi †¶‡Î memgqB Riæwi| Z‡e cvbxqwU cwi‡ekbvi XOB me wKQy bq eis Gi ¯^v‡`i K_vI we‡ePbv Ki‡Z nq| wi‡Wj wµ÷v‡ji †cÖwm‡W›U g¨vw·wgwjqvb †R. wi‡W‡ji g‡Z cv‡bi †¶‡Î Møv‡miI eo f~wgKv Av‡Q KviY Zv AvOy‡i ˆZwi myivi wWGbGÕi AvK…wZ‡Z ˆZwi Kiv nq| wZwb AviI e‡jb, Ò†h MøvmwU †_‡K cvb Kiv nq †mwUi AvK…wZi Kvi‡Y myivi NªvY, ¯^v`, mylgZv cÖfvweZ nq| wfbœ wfbœ Møv‡m cwi‡ekb Ki‡j myivi wfbœ wfbœ ˆewkó¨ cÖKvk cvq|Ó Having Champagne in a perfect manner is also pertinent for an avid drinker. It’s not only about the presentation of the drink but also about the taste For leaners, Champagnes derived from Chardonnay, such as Blanc de Blanc, the Heart to Heart Riesling perform exceptionally well to develop but not overwhelm aromas within well-sized bowl. For richer champagnes derived from Pinot Noir and Pinot Meunier, the Vinum XL Pinor Noir is unbeatable for performance. Developing the aromatics, flavour and overall profile, Champagne outperformed all other glasses and flutes by a mile to show wonderful depth and character. This shows Champagne to be a deliciously complex wine, for drinking and enjoying, rather than just something for toasting at the start of an event. Generally, what and how we have our drink is a personal choice and the perfect way of having one will always remain debatable. Yet Riedel suggests, to enjoy the bubbly, especially if it is a ‘tête de cuvee’ or a super-premium bottle, is the tulip glass. So, the next time around when you hold a Champagne in your hand, don’t forget to sip it in the most perfect way like a professional does. Holding it chilled and enjoying its finer taste till the last drop in a perfect glass will give you the perfection for Champagne. eøuv `¨ eøuvÕi g‡Zv kv‡`©v‡b ˆZwi k¨v‡¤ú‡bi c~Y© ¯^v` Avi NªvY Dc‡fvM Kivi Rb¨ nvU© Uy nvU© wimwjs AZ¨šÍ Dc‡hvMx GKwU Møvm Avi Gi h_vh_ AvKv‡ii †evj †mŠif GKUy Pvcv bv covI wbwðZ K‡i| wc‡bv †bvqv Ges wc‡bv gqwb‡q †_‡K ˆZwi AviI DbœZ k¨v‡¤ú‡bi Rb¨ wfbyg G·Gj wc‡bv †bvqvi Zyjbxq Avi wKQy †bB| †mŠif †ewi‡q Avmv Ges ¯^v` Avi mvgwMÖK ˆewkó¨ cÖKv‡ki gva¨‡g k¨v‡¤ú‡bi AmvaviY MfxiZv Avi ˆewkó¨ cÖKv‡ki Rb¨ Ab¨vb¨ †h †Kvb Møvm Avi d¬y‡Ui Kvh©KvwiZv‡K eû`~i Qvwo‡q †h‡Z cv‡i GB ai‡bi IqvBb Møvm| G‡ZB †evSv hvq †h †Kvb GKwU Abyôv‡bi m~Pbv j‡Mœ †Kvb wel‡qi Ici †Uv÷ Kivi RvqMvq ïay cvb Avi Dc‡fvM Kivi Rb¨ k¨v‡¤úb KZUv my¯^v`y ai‡bi RwUj myiv| mvaviYfv‡e ejv hvq Avgiv Kx ev wKfv‡e cvb Kie Zv GKvšÍB Avgv‡`i wbR¯^ e¨vcvi| h_vh_fv‡e Kx K‡i cvb Ki‡Z n‡e Zv eiveiB weZ‡K©i welq n‡q i‡q hv‡e| Gi ciI hw` Zv we‡kl K‡i Ô†ZZ `¨ KywfÕ ev †miv gv‡bi †evZj nq Zvn‡j †dwbj cvbxqwUi cy‡iv MÜ Avi imv¯^v`b Kievi Rb¨ wUDwjc Møvm e¨env‡ii civgk© w`‡q‡Qb wi‡Wj| myZivs Gici Avcwb nv‡Z k¨v‡¤úb wb‡j G‡Kev‡i GKRb ‡ckv`v‡ii fw½‡Z me‡P‡q wbLyuZfv‡e PygyK w`‡Z wKš‘ fyj Ki‡eb bv| LyuZnxb h_vh_ GKwU Møvm ‡_‡K ‡kl ‡dvuUv ch©šÍ kxZj cvbxqwU Dc‡fvM Ki‡Z Ki‡ZB Avcwb k¨v‡¤ú‡bi cwic~Y©Zv Dcjwä Ki‡Z cvi‡eb| Quick Takes Complex Taste ● For leaners, Champagnes derived from Chardonnay, such as Blanc de Blanc, the Heart to Heart Riesling perform exceptionally well to develop but not overwhelm aromas within well-sized bowl. ● For richer champagnes derived from Pinot Noir and Pinot Meunier, the Vinum XL Pinor Noir is unbeatable for performance. biman-airlines.com 49 music melange A spiritual connect GK Ava¨vwZ¥K ms‡hvM Sufi music in its diverse forms connects us all eventually with the God wfbœ wfbœ avivi gva¨‡g mywd m½xZ GKmgq Avgv‡`i mevB‡K ¯ªóvi m‡½ GKvZ¥ K‡i By:Sanjeev Bhar 50 Nov - Dec 2013 gv ‡½ Lvb Avmbœ GK mvܨ Abyôv‡bi Rb¨ winvm©vj KiwQ‡jb| wZwb Zvi weL¨vZ ‡jvKMvb MvIqv ïiæ Kiv gvÎB Zvi kw³kvjx K‡Éi KviæKvR Avgvi ü`q ¯úk© Kij| Zvi K‡Éi IVvbvgv A‡bK `~i ‡_‡KB ¯úó Abyfe Kiv hvq| Zvi Mvb Pj‡Z _v‡K Avi Avwg wb‡Ri g‡a¨ GK Awbe©Pbxq k~b¨Zv Abyfe Ki‡Z _vwK| GB Abyf~wZ GKB m‡½ nvwi‡q hvevi Avevi Mfxi ‡cÖ‡gi| GB Mvb AZ¨šÍ cÖvYgq Avi m‡¤§vnbx| Avwg wb‡R‡K cÖkœ Kijvg, ÒwKš‘ GwU wK Avm‡jB mywd Mvb?Ó cvwicvwk¦©KZvi m‡½ Zvr¶wYKfv‡e wew”Qbœ n‡q †mB cig kw³i m‡½ wb‡R‡K hy³ Ki‡Z cvivUv‡ZB †eva nq mywd m½x‡Zi Avmj kw³ wbwnZ| Avi nu¨v, MvbwU Avgv‡K Avgvi ¯ªóvi m‡½ Lye mn‡RB hy³ Ki‡Z †c‡i‡Q| M MvbwU ‡kl Kivi ci Avwg Zvi m‡½ Avjv‡c emjvg| Zvi wb‡Ri g‡Z, Zvi Rb¥B n‡q‡Q m½x‡Zi Rb¨| e¯‘Z Zvi wgivwm m¤cÖ`vq m½xZ PP©vi Rb¨B weL¨vZ| HwZn¨MZfv‡e Giv gv½vwbqvi bv‡gB cwiwPZ, fvi‡Zi ivR¯’vb iv‡R¨i DËicwðg A‡ji m¤cÖ`vqwUi Rxebaviv Avi RxweKvi wfwËB n‡”Q m½xZ| wZwb ej‡jb, ÒAvgiv mywd m½xZ Avi †jvKMvb †M‡q _vwK|Ó Avwg †R‡b wew¯§Z njvg †h mywd m½x‡Zi mvi welqwU m¤ú‡K© m¤¢eZ Zvi †miKg †Kvb aviYv †bB| wZwb ïay Rv‡bb wZwb Zvi ü`q †_‡K Mvb MvB‡Qb Avi Zv Zv‡K ¯ªóvi m‡½ hy³ K‡i| essence For folk artistes, Sufi song rendition is not approached with restriction. There is no boundary for them; they choose to sing it in their own style angey Khan was rehearsing for an upcoming musical evening. The moment he started his folk rendition, the range and pitch speared through me. The sheer vibration of his vocal chords could be felt from a distance. As he was going through the song, I felt a vacuum; a feeling hard to put in words. A sense of being lost and yet very much in love. It was energetic and magical. “But wait, is it really a Sufi song,” I questioned myself. Creating a disconnect with the immediate surrounding and connecting with the only one up there is probably the power of Sufi music. And yes, the song did achieve so in connecting me with my God. As he completed the song, I interacted with him. According to him, music is what he is meant for. In fact, as a Merasi, his community is known for music. They are traditionally known as Manganiyars, who rely on music for their livelihood belonging to the northwest part of Rajasthan, India. He says, “We sing Sufi and folk songs.” It came to me as a surprise as he probably had no inkling of exact craft Sufi music is known for. He only knows the fact that he sings from his heart and it connects him with Him. biman-airlines.com 51 music melange Quick Takes Vital facets ● Qawwali is probably one of the most popular forms of Sufi music ● Various types of instruments are used for Sufi music ranging from Dholak, Harmonium, Tabla, Khartal, Kamanchas, Chimta, Ektara, etc. ● Clapping, other than in Qawwali, still remains one important element in rendering Sufi songs though in a restrictive manner. 52 Nov - Dec 2013 Regional Sufi folk On second thought, I wanted to know how Sufi stream of music is being treated by folk artistes and whether it is revered as authentic. Ravneet Kler, Director, Amarrass Records India who had invited me to have a chat session with him and to listen to Khan explained to me something that surprised me. He says, a Merasi never learns music traditionally or methodically. Therefore, Sufi music to them may not be something that has to have a boundary of a particular style or classical form. I felt because of this reason, authenticity cannot be debated. Merasis have their own perspective and a style AvÂwjK mywd I †jvK m½xZ m½xZ Dc‡fv‡Mi cvkvcvwk Avwg eivei Rvb‡Z †P‡q G‡mwQ †jvKm½xZ wkíxiv mywd avivi m½xZ‡K wKfv‡e MÖnY K‡i‡Qb Ges G‡K Zviv †gŠwjK aviv e‡j g‡b K‡i wKbv| Avgvivm †iKW©m Ae BwÛqvi cwiPvjK iebxZ †K¬i Avgvi m‡½ Zvi GKwU mv¶v‡Zi Avi Zvi K_v †kvbvi e¨e¯’v K‡i w`‡qwQ‡jb, Lvb Zvi wb‡Ri m¤ú‡K© hv e‡jb Zv Avgv‡K PgrK…Z K‡iwQj| wZwb e‡jb, GKRb †givwm KLbI cÖ_vMZ ev wbqgZvwš¿Kfv‡e Mvb †k‡L bv| myZivs, Zv‡`i Kv‡Q mywd m½x‡Zi A_© nq‡Zv Ggb †h Zv wbw`©ó ev cÖPwjZ †Kvb avivi †eovRv‡j Ave× _vKv bq| Avwg GKwU aviYv †cjvg †h GB Kvi‡YB GB aviv LuvwU Kx bq Zv wb‡q weZ‡K©i AeKvk †bB| †givwm‡`i wbR¯^ `…wófw½ Immersed in Sufi music one can sense being lost and yet very much in love with the Almighty God which is still Sufi to them, going by the fact that Sufi music is the devotional music of the Sufis. Kler says, “He is probably too naive to understand the nuances of words he sings. For almost 40 generations, music has been passed on as a legacy in this community and we want to revive that.” Thanks to Amarrass Records that discovered Khan from Ramsar village, Barmer, Rajasthan, he is now being recognised for his quality singing. It has earned him respect and popularity. Avi ¯^Kxq aviv Av‡Q hv Zv‡`i Kv‡Q mywdev`| Zviv Rv‡b mywd m½xZ nj mywd‡`i fw³g~jK Mv‡bi aviv| †K¬i e‡jb, ÒwZwb m¤¢eZ G‡ZvUvB mij †h Zvi Mv‡bi k‡ãi AšÍwb©wnZ A_©B Rv‡bb bv| cÖvq 40 cÖRb¥ a‡i DËivwaKvi wn‡m‡e GB m¤cÖ`v‡qi gv‡S m½xZ PP©v P‡j Avm‡Q Ges Avgiv G‡K cybiæ¾xweZ Ki‡Z PvB|Ó Avgvivm †iKW©mB ivR¯’vb iv‡R¨i evi‡gi GjvKvi ivgmvi MÖv‡g Lvb‡K Avwe®‹vi K‡iwQj, DuPy gv‡bi Mvb MvBevi Rb¨ GLb wZwb e¨vcKfv‡e cwiwPZ| GB Kvi‡YB wZwb e¨vcK RbwcÖqZv Avi m¤§vb jvf K‡i‡Qb| Folk artistes like Mangey Khan are too naive to understand the nuances of Sufi words that they sing. For almost 40 generations, music has been passed on as a legacy in their community. Amarrass Records is handpicking artistes to revive this style of singing which is getting lost Simple thoughts Recently, Khan’s popularity as a folk Sufi singer increased among the ardent followers of music as he was featured in the TV programme Coke Studio in India. He is now playing an instrumental role in promoting the folk music. He renders sufi songs with a simple approach that it should connect us to Almighty God. This is completely true to what this music has always been approached as. Music apart, the lyrical dimension of Sufism adds to the feeling of high energy that I drowned myself into while listening to Khan. mij fvebv m¤cÖwZ †KvK ÷ywWI Ae BwÛqv bv‡gi wUwf Abyôv‡b m½xZ cwi‡ekb Kivi ci g‡bv‡hvMx †kÖvZv‡`i Kv‡Q †jvK-m½xZwkíx wn‡m‡e Lv‡bi RbwcÖqZv wecyj nv‡i †e‡o‡Q| eZ©gv‡b wZwb †jvKm½x‡Zi cÖmv‡i ¸iæZ¡c~Y© f~wgKv cvjb Ki‡Qb| wZwb Ggb mij fw½‡Z mywd m½xZ cwi‡ekb K‡i _v‡Kb †h Zv Lye mn‡RB Avgv‡`i me©kw³gvb ¯ªóvi m‡½ hy³ K‡i| GB avivi m½xZ †hfv‡e PP©v Kiv n‡q _v‡K Zvi m‡½ GB fvewU cy‡ivcywi mvgÄm¨Zvc~Y©| ïay Lv‡bi m½x‡Zi K_v we‡ePbv Ki‡j, Mv‡bi cÖvYgqZvi m‡½ mywdevw` †h gvÎv †hvM n‡q‡Q Zv‡Z Avwg AwZ-mn‡RB wb‡R‡K ‡mB Amx‡g nvwi‡q †dwj| biman-airlines.com 53 gadgets melange Sound companions kã m½x Innovatively designed earphones and speakers by BOSE are profound way to approach music while travelling ågYiZ ev Ab¨ ‡h ‡Kvb Ae¯’vq ‡evm-Gi wWRvBb Kiv Bqvi‡dvb Avi w¯úKvi Mvb ‡kvbv‡K GK Abb¨ gvÎv w`‡q‡Q By: Sanjeev Bhar 54 Nov -Dec 2013 I have always believed that books are definitely the best friends one can have while travelling. And so is music. But noise is one thing that can keep us off the track to solace that these intend to provide. But not any longer. ose Corporation has come up with its signature approach to revolutionise music experience while travelling. As a traveller, I have always cared about my space where I wish to be on my own even in a crowded place or during transit. At times, I wished for something to simply play music without capping my ears and without caring about connecting wires and cables. Both these issues have been resolved by two different products. Let me share the experience of experiencing music through these two products. Music sans noises Justifying its name to the core, QuiteComfort 20 Acoustic Noise cancelling headphones are perfect for someone travelling and it becomes even more apparent when you fly in the sky. I have always felt the problem of aircraft noise disturbing the rhythm of music I am listening to. The headphones, here, simply cancel external noises with a touch of a button. The in-ear headphones, hence, improves the audio performance and comfort of a listener. One can also opt to listen it without this function to remain aware of any announcements and to stay alert. Weighing just 42 gram it is definitely a delight for on-the-move music lovers. Moreover, this also act as a great device if I wish to simply want to read a book in a crowded place without getting distracted by the sound, without playing music at all. On technical grounds, the microphones on each ear bud measures the internal and external sound. A digital electronic chip located in the Av wg wek¦vm Kwi åg‡Yi mgq eB‡qi †P‡q fvj eÜy Avi n‡Z cv‡i bv| m½xZ m¤ú‡K©I Avgvi GKB iKg wek¦vm| wKš‘ GB `ywU †_‡K Avgiv †mB gyn~‡Z© †hB cÖkvwšÍ †c‡Z cvwi Zv evbPvj Ki‡Z Avkcv‡ki †KvjvnjB h‡_ó| Z‡e GB `ywðšÍvi w`b †kl n‡q †M‡Q| åg‡Yi mgq Mvb †kvbvi AwfÁZv AR©‡b †evm K‡c©v‡ikb GK ˆecøweK cwieZ©b G‡b‡Q| GKRb ågYKvix wn‡m‡e Avwg eiveiB †hLvbUvq _vKe †mB welqUv Avgj w`‡q _vwK, †nvK Zv †Kvb RbvKxY© RvqMv ev U«vbwR‡Ui mgq| A‡bK mgq Avwg cÖZ¨vkv K‡iwQ Kvb¸‡jv bv †X‡K Avi Zvi bv jvwM‡qB hw` Mvb †kvbv †hZ! †ev‡mi Avjv`v `ywU c‡Y¨ wVK GB `ywU cÖZ¨vkv‡K c~iY Kiv n‡q‡Q| Pjyb, GB `ywU cY¨ w`‡q Avwg Mvb †kvbvi †h AwfÁZv AR©b K‡iwQ Zv‡Z Avcbv‡`i kwiK Kwi| ‡Kvjvnj ev‡` Mvb bv‡gB QuietComfort 20 Acoustic Noise Cancelling Headphones-Gi cwiPq| ågYKvixi Rb¨ GwU h_v_© Avi Avcwb hw` AvKvkc‡_ ågY K‡ib ZLb Gi Dc‡hvwMZvi AviI wbwðZ cÖgvY cv‡eb| Avwg Mvb ‡kvbvi mgq eiveiB Abyfe K‡iwQ wegv‡bi kã Mv‡bi wi`‡g Lye weNœ NUvq| ïay GKUv ‡evZvg wU‡cB GB †nW‡dv‡b evB‡ii ‡Kvjvnj evwZj K‡i ‡`qv hvq| Avi Gi d‡j GB Bb-Bqvi ai‡bi ‡nW‡dvb ‡Rvov ïay AwWIi gvbB evovq bv †kÖvZvi ¯^w¯ÍI evwo‡q ‡`q A‡bKUv| Mvb ‡kvbvi cvkvcvwk wegv‡bi essence Smart sound gadgets from BOSE have definitely added a new chapter to the music listening experience, while travelling and beyond biman-airlines.com 55 gadgets melange control module found on the headphone cord calculates an equal and opposite noise cancellation signal within a millisecond giving noiseless experience. A rechargeable battery provides about 16 hours of power and after that, or if I choose to turn the power off, the music plays on as usual. Not at all wired We are in an age of carrying data all the time and processing it to into valuable information. Mobile phones have evolved as a great music toolbox itself storing end number of songs. At times, while travelling I feel like enjoying song in my hotel room or in the outdoors without clogging my ears. Quick Takes Sound factors ● Bose headphones were made for comfort and performance. New proprietary StayHear ear tips passively block noise. • Bose SoundLink Mini is resistant of scratches and fingerprints. It is strong and durable enough for the rigours of everyday use. 56 Nov -Dec 2013 ‡fZ‡i ¸iæZ¡c~Y© ‡NvlYv ‡kvbvi B”Qv n‡j dvskbwU eÜI ivLv hvq| gvÎ 42 MÖvg IR‡bi GB ‡nW‡dvb ‡Rvov wbwðZ K‡i ‡h GwU ‡Kvb ågYiZ m½xZ‡c«gxi Rb¨ eo GKUv AvKl©Y| Av‡iv eo K_v, Avwg hw` ‡Kvb RbvKxY© RvqMvq ‡Kvjvn‡ji weiw³ Gwo‡q myw¯’i n‡q e‡m eB co‡Z PvB Zvn‡jI GwU ‡Kvb Mvb bv evwR‡qB Avgv‡K mvnvh¨ Ki‡Z m¶g| KvwiMwi w`K w`‡q we‡ePbv Ki‡j ‡`Lv hvq `ywU Bqviev‡WB evB‡ii I ‡fZ‡ii w`‡Ki kã gvcvi GKwU K‡i gvB‡µv‡dvb i‡q‡Q| ‡nW‡dvb K‡W© ‡h K‡›U«vj gwWDj Av‡Q Zv‡Z GKwU B‡jKU«wbK wPc i‡q‡Q ‡hwU GK wgwj‡m‡K‡Ûi g‡a¨ wnmve K‡i ‡Kvjvn‡ji mgvb Avi wecixZ kã Zi½ ‰Zwi K‡i ‡Kvjvn‡ji AvIqvR‡K evwZj K‡i ‡k«vZv‡K ‡Kvjvnjnxb Ae¯’vi AwfÁZv ‡`q| Gi m‡½ 16 NÈv Pjvi gZ GKwU wiPv‡R©ej e¨vUvwi hy³ Av‡Q †hwUi PvR© ‡kl n‡q ‡M‡j ev cvIqvi eÜ K‡i w`‡qI Ab¨ ‡h ‡Kvb ‡nW‡dv‡bi gZ K‡i Mvb kvbv †h‡Z cv‡i| Zvi wenxb Avgiv Ggb GK mg‡q evm KiwQ hLb c«wZwbqZ Avgv‡`i wewfbœ Z_¨-DcvË enb K‡i Zv g~j¨evb Z‡_¨ c«wµqvRvZ Ki‡Z nq| ‡gvevBj ‡dvb GLb Mvb ‡kvbvi gva¨‡g New headphones will allow one to enjoy music even in a crowded place by cancelling noise Fitting my palm, this 680 gram unique entity dazzles with its sound performance. Just turn on the bluetooth of the any smart device or tablet, and the speaker delivers an out-loud listening with an incredible bass that is seldom expected from such a small device. Don’t go by its size (5cm H x 18cm W x 5.8cm D). It offers balanced sound that can even give a new definition to your viewing experience on tablets. The SoundLink Mini speaker comes with a charging cradle and rechargeable lithium-ion battery for up to seven hours of listening. cwiYZ n‡q‡Q| Avi Zv‡Z AmsL¨ Mvb msi¶YI Kiv hvq| ågY Kivi mgq ‡nv‡U‡j _vwK Avi evB‡i, Avgvi KLbI KLbI Kv‡bi ‡fZi wKQy bv cy‡i Mvb ïb‡Z B”Qv K‡i| SoundLink Mini Bluetooth w¯úKvi nj Gi mgvavb| Avcwb ‡hLv‡b hvb ‡mLv‡bB wb‡q ‡h‡Z cv‡ib GB w¯úKvi‡K| gvÎ 680 M«vg IR‡bi Abb¨ w¯úKviwU nv‡Zi Zvjyi IciB ivLv hvq Lye mn‡R| ‡h ‡Kvb ¯§vU© wWfvBm ev U¨ve‡j‡Ui eøyUy_wU Pvjy K‡i w`b, Gi ci GB w¯úKvi ‡_‡K Awek¦vm¨ ‡emmn Ggb ‡Rviv‡jv AvIqv‡R Mvb ‡kvbv hv‡e hv G‡ZvUv ‡QvU w¯úKvi ‡_‡K Ac«Z¨vwkZ| AvKvi ‡`‡L G‡K hvPvB Ki‡eb bv| D‡jøL¨ Gi D”PZv, c«¯’ Avi cyiæZ¡ h_vµ‡g 5, 18 Avi 5.8 ‡mw›UwgUvi| GB w¯úKvi Ggb weï× Avi cwic~Y© AvIqvR m…wó K‡i ‡h U¨ve‡j‡U Avcbvi ‡Kvb wfwWI ‡`Lvi AwfÁZvq bZyb gvÎv ‡hvM n‡e| mvDÛwj¼ w¯úKv‡ii m‡½ GKwU PvR© Kivi ‡µWj Ges wiPv‡R©ej wjw_qvg-Avqb e¨vUvwi mieivn Kiv nq; e¨vUvwiwU GKevi Pv‡R© mvZ NÈv ch©šÍ Pj‡Z cv‡i| m‡e©vcwi, Avcwb åg‡Y _vKyb Avi bvB _vKyb Gme ¯§vU© mvDÛ M¨v‡RU¸‡jv ‡h Avcbvi Mvb ‡kvbvi AwfÁZvq bZyb GK Aa¨v‡qi m~Pbv K‡i‡Q Zv wbwðZ K‡i ejv hvq| style MELANGE g ‡kvfv ea©b race Addin One can have trench coats in the wardrobe which are quintessentially British but with a world appeal ‡h ‡KD Zvi ‡cvkv‡Ki msM«‡n ‡U«Â ‡KvU ‡hvM Ki‡Z cv‡ib, GB ‡cvkvKwU we«wUk n‡jI Gi wek¦‡Rvov Av‡e`b i‡q‡Q By: Meghna Sharma F ashion never goes out of time. It might rests for a while just to come back again and rule the hearts of fashionistas. Probably, the trench coat is one such facet in the fashion world. It is seen as a classic wardrobe. Adding grace to both men and women, it remains timeless and tailored. Probably, because of its depiction in detective series, it has always charmed all; from glamourous socialites to an average cosmopolitan heading for day’s work, for its style and statement and for the fact that any time is the right time to try it. Every season this classic resurfaces with updates, crafted in new fits, hues and shapes. While the staple trench is a piece of fashion iconography, we admittedly look forward to the fresh iterations. A lot of soft leather versions, edgier moto-silhouettes and an utterly feminine twist on the wardrobe are a must-have these days. Back in time British designer Thomas Burberry first invented the trench coat as a military garment at the beginning of the 20th century. Made in lightweight gabardine, another Burberry invention, the trench coat protected military men from rain. Transitional seasons like fall and spring are the best time to wear a trench coat. 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During fall or spring, add lightweight pieces like long-sleeved cotton t-shirts, cotton-wool blend sweaters, button down shirts and slacks or jeans for a layered look that provides additional warmth. Women can pair skirts with it and men can go for a trench jazzing up their office wear apart from being perfect for a night out. For elegant evenings It is an elegant option for evening, for both men and women. The belted trench coat defines your waist while the silhouette adds drama and flair. A khaki trench coat is appropriate anytime during the day and remain a glamorous option. Women should choose a coat in a heavy satin in a bold hue, or woven cotton with a subtle metallic finish. For men, it offers flexibility.; goes with jeans, V-neck or round sweaters, shirts, suits etc. All this reflects the versatility of the trench. Most common colours are black and grey, but the contours of informed choice are increased in many other colours, including notably red, burgundy or navy blue. 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From Casablanca to Breakfast at Tiffanys to The Matrix, the trench coat looms large in pop culture as a cinematic signifier of intrigue and romance. Toss on a trench coat whenever you feel like. G‡Zv Dc‡hvwMZvi Kvi‡YB bvUKxqZvi m‡½ Gi cÖZ¨ÿ m¤úK© i‡q‡Q| inm¨ Avi †ivgv‡Ýi wm‡bgvwUK Dc¯’vcbvq ÔK¨vmveøv¼vÕ †_‡K ïiæ K‡i Ô‡eªKdv÷ A¨vU wUd¨vwbRÕ Ges Ô‡gwU«·Õ Pjw”Pθ‡jvi gva¨‡g †U«Â †KvU cc KvjPv‡i Zvi Ae¯’vb D‡jøL‡hvM¨fv‡e cÖgvY K‡i‡Q| Avcbvi ˆ`bw›`b Rxe‡b GKUy in‡m¨i †Quvqv †hvM Kivi Rb¨ Avcbvi hLbB g‡b PvB‡e ZLbB †U«Â †KvU Mv‡q w`‡Z cv‡ib| Trends come and go but the classic trench coat continues to keep its place in fashion year after year! bZybaviv Av‡m Avi Zv cyi‡bv n‡q we`vq †bq| wKš‘ wPišÍb †U«Â †KvU eQ‡ii ci eQi a‡i d¨vkb RM‡Z Zvi Ae¯’vb eRvq †i‡L‡Q| Trench Coat is one facet in the fashion world, which is seen as a classic wardrobe adding grace to both men and women. It is a timeless and tailored attire apt for working days or social evenings. biman-airlines.com 59 innovation melange Samsung GALAXY Gear Samsung GALAXY Note 3 has added a smart companion GALAXY Gear. It notifies users with the incoming texts, emails and more coming from GALAXY Note 3. The Smart Relay feature will instantly reveal the full content on the screen. Also, when an incoming message requires more than a quick glance, the Smart Relay feature will instantly reveal the full content on the screen. Available with 32GB internal storage along with an additional microSD card slot for an additional storage of upto 64GB. Though, you have to be a Galaxy Note 3 user, as it must be paired via Bluetooth with your Samsung Galaxy devices running on Android 4.3. 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The information modules of iOS 7 - the clocks, stocks and compass, etc., have been created in anticipation of how they will out on a watch face (among other places of course). The kinds of apps that will work on the wrist might be kept at a minimal and simple. GB iOS ¯§vU© NwowU AvMvgx eQ‡ii cÖ_gw`‡K evRv‡i Avm‡e, Rvbv ‡M‡Q evuKv‡bv KvuPwewkó nvZNwoi gZ ‡`L‡Z n‡e GwU| Nwo, ÷K Ges K¤úv‡mi gZ iOS 7 Gi Z_¨ gwWDj¸‡jv GiB g‡a¨ ‰Zwi n‡q‡Q Ges Nwoi Ici (Ges Aek¨B Ab¨vb¨ RvqMvq) G¸‡jv ‡`L‡Z ‡Kgb ‡`Lv‡e Zv wb‡q AvMvg Avfvm ‡`qv n‡”Q| GB nvZNwoi A¨vc¸‡jv Lye ‡QvU Avi mij n‡e e‡j aviYv Kiv n‡”Q| evRv‡i AmsL¨ ¯§vU© Nwo cvIqv hv‡”Q ZvB wb‡RiwU Lye mZK©Zvi m‡½ ‡e‡Q wbb essence Smart watch has now become an integral part of lifestyle that compliments the smart phone users aptly. 60 Nov - Dec 2013 Sony Smartwatch 2 Sony Smartwatch 2Õi ‡¶‡Î In case of Sony Smartwatch 2, NFC connectivity allows you to connect it with your mobile phone (any device, Android 4.0 and up) via Bluetooth. Also, Sony’s SmartWatch allows for deeper reading of Gmail, Twitter, and Facebook messages than Galaxy Gear. Avcwb GbGdwm Kv‡bw±wfwU cÖhwy ³i gva¨‡g Avcbvi Android 4.0 ev Z`~aŸ© Acv‡iwUs wm‡÷‡gi ‡gvevBj ‡dv‡bi m‡½ eøUy _y w`‡q hy³ n‡Z cvi‡eb| GQvov Avcwb SonyÕi SmartWatch w`‡q Galaxy Gear ‡_‡KI fvj K‡i wR‡gBj, UyBUvi Ges ‡dBmey‡Ki ‡g‡mR co‡Z cvi‡eb| festival melange For divine blessings Hkx Kj¨v‡Yi Rb¨ Eid-ul-Azha brings us closer to our near and dear ones C`-Dj-Avhnv Avgv‡`i mevB‡K Avgv‡`i AvcbR‡bi Kv‡Q G‡b †`q By: Masud A. Khan 62 Nov - Dec 2013 E id-ul-Azha is the second largest religious festival of the Muslims. Recently, it was celebrated across the country on Wednesday, October 16, 2013. After offering prayers at Eid congregations in the morning, people offered sacrifice commemorating their devotion of Hazrat Ibrahim (AS) to Allah as illustrated by his readiness to give up his beloved son Hazrat Ismail (AS). Eid-ul-Azha is the name given to this great sacrifice in Islam. It is interesting to note about the origin of Eid Ul Azha or Qurbani. The act of ‘Udhiya’ is to commemorate the unparalleled sacrifice offered by the Prophet Ibrahim. When he in pursuance to a command of Allah Ta’ ala conveyed to him in a dream, prepared himself to slaughter his beloved son Ismail and actually did so. But Allah Almighty after testing him of his submission, sent down a ram and saved his son from the logical fate of slaughter. It is from that time onwards that the sacrifice of an animal became an obligatory duty to be performed by every well to do Muslim. Eid congregation The largest Eid congregation of Bangladesh was held at Sholakia Eidgah in Kishoreganj. Over one lakh devotees offered prayers there seeking divine blessings, peace and progress for the country. The main Eid congregation of Dhaka was held at the near the High Court early in the morning at 8:30 am. Mufti Muhibbullahil Baki Nadvi, pesh imam of the Baitul Mukarram National Mosque, conducted the prayer. 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The act of ‘Udhiya’ is to commemorate the unparalleled sacrifice offered by the Prophet Ibrahim biman-airlines.com 63 festival melange with their near and dear ones. As seen during the week days, with roads of Dhaka stuck with huge traffic, Eid also presents a different glimpse of the busy city that takes rest for some time. Nonetheless, the capital is decorated with miniature replicas of the national flag and banners reading ‘Eid Mubarak’. The streets, however, are free from the usual traffic congestion, it still reflects a festive mood. Children in colourful attires roam around the city. Many people, especially children, have been rushing to the parks and zoos to enjoy the day. Visiting friends and relatives was the order of the day. This year, the capital wore a festive yet deserted look. The state-run Bangladesh Television and Bangladesh Betar, and other private television and radio channels aired special programmes and the newspapers published special supplements to mark one of the biggest days on the Islamic calendar. Inclusive happiness The Eid congregation brings people from different places together to pray in unison. This is one aspect of the festivity that binds many together. The largest Eid congregation of Bangladesh was held at Sholakia Eidgah in Kishoreganj. 64 Nov - Dec 2013 Festivity is all about inclusion. Therefore, the hospitals, jails, government-owned children’s shelter homes, other welfare centres and shelter homes for the destitute served special food. Different law enforcement agencies took special security measures and intensified surveillance to ensure safety for all. The main Eid congregation in Chittagong was held at Jamiatul Falah Mosque ground while RvZxq cZvKv Avi ÔC` gyeviKÕ †jLv eû e¨vbvi w`‡q mvRv‡bv nq| ¯^vfvweKfv‡e †hgb hvbRU _v‡K C‡`i mgq Zv Abycw¯’Z _vK‡jI Drm‡ei Ave‡ni wKQy KgwZ _v‡K bv| wkï-wK‡kviiv iwOb †cvkvK c‡i knigq Ny‡i †eovq| w`bwU D`hvc‡bi Rb¨ wkïivmn A‡bK gvbyl cvK© Avi wPwoqvLvbvq wfo Rgvq| eÜyevÜe Avi AvZ¥xq cwiR‡bi evwo‡Z †eov‡Z hvIqv GB w`bwUi GKwU Aek¨cvjbxq KvR| gvby‡li wfo Kg _vK‡jI Gevi ivRavbx Drm‡ei mv‡R †m‡RwQj| Bmjvgx el©cÄx‡Z me‡P‡q ¸i“Z¡c~Y© GB w`bwU D`hvc‡bi Rb¨ ivó«xq `yB gva¨g evsjv‡`k †Uwjwfkb Ges evsjv‡`k †eZvi QvovI Ab¨vb¨ †emiKvwi †Uwjwfkb I †iwWI P¨v‡bj we‡kl Abyôvb m¤cÖPvi K‡i Ges msev`cθ‡jv we‡kl †µvocÎ c«Kvk K‡i| mevB‡K wb‡q Avb›` mevi AskMÖn‡YB Drm‡ei Avmj A_© wbwnZ| Avi G Rb¨B nvmcvZvj, KvivMvi, miKvwi GwZgLvbv, Ab¨vb¨ mgvRKj¨vY †K›`« Ges Avkªq †K‡›`« `wi`« I `yM©Z gvby‡li gv‡S we‡kl DbœZ Lvevi weZiY Kiv nq| mevi wbivcËv weav‡bi Rb¨ AvBb-k…•Ljv i¶vKvix evwnbx¸‡jv we‡kl e¨e¯’v M«nY K‡i Ges Unj †Rvi`vi K‡i| Quick Takes Special Treat the main Eid congregations in Khulna, Sylhet, Rajshahi, Barisal and Rangpur were held at Town Hall Mosque ground, Shahee Eidgah ground, Hazrat Shah Mokhdum (Rah) Central Mosque ground, Hemayet Uddin Eidgah ground and Collectorate Eidgah ground, respectively. In fact, the entire country was under a spell of happiness and laughter and shared their good feelings by exchanging gifts and praying for the well being of all. PÆM«v‡g cÖavb C‡`i RvgvZ AbywôZ n‡q‡Q RvwgqvZyj dvjvn gmwR‡`i gv‡V Avi Lyjbv, wm‡jU, ivRkvnx, ewikvj Ges iscy‡ii cÖavb C‡`i RvgvZ¸‡jv n‡q‡Q h_vµ‡g UvDb nj gmwR‡`i C`Mvn, kvnx C`Mvn gq`vb, nhiZ kvn gL`yg (in.) †K›`«xq gmwR‡`i gq`vb, †ngv‡qZ DwÏb C`Mvn gq`vb Ges Kv‡j±‡iU C`Mvn gq`v‡b| e¯‘Z, GB mgqUv‡Z cy‡iv †`kUvB wQj Avb›` Avi Drm‡ei Ave‡n D™¢vwmZ, †h hvi mva¨ g‡Zv ï‡f”Qvi wb`k©b wn‡m‡e Dcnvi wewbgq, `vb Ges A‡b¨i g½j †P‡q Bev`‡Zi ga¨ w`‡q mgqUv AwZevwnZ K‡i‡Q| In conclusion, we can say that with this great festivity, which brings so much happiness within us, we can surely establish peace and harmony not only among the Muslim community but also for the entire world. cwi‡k‡l ejv hvq, GB wecyj Drm‡ei gvS w`‡q Avgiv †hgb Avgv‡`i wb‡R‡`i g‡a¨ Avb›` fvMvfvwM K‡i wb‡qwQ wVK †mfv‡e Avgiv ïay gymjgvb‡`i gv‡SB bq, mviv `ywbqvq kvwšÍ Avi †mŠnv`© ¯’vc‡bI f~wgKv ivL‡Z cvie| This year, Dhaka wore a festive look. People got together to enjoy festive flavours like Biryani, etc., that ruled the palate of every people celebrating Eid. On the other hand, the staterun Bangladesh Television and Bangladesh Betar, and other private television and radio channels aired special Eid programmes. biman-airlines.com 65 Q&A people A musical journey my‡ii mdi At a tender age of six, she sang ‘Khayal’ to enthrall audience. Runa Laila speaks about her life and how she takes it. Qq eQi eq‡m cÖ_g ‡Lqvj ‡M‡q wZwb `k©K †kÖvZv‡`i gš¿gy» K‡iwQ‡jb| i“bv jvqjv wb‡Ri Rxeb Avi RxebUv‡K wKfv‡e g~j¨vqb K‡ib ‡m wel‡q wZwb K_v e‡j‡Qb| By: Sanjeev Bhar essence Born to a family of music lovers in Bangladesh, Runa Laila started learning classical music from Ustad Habibuddin Khan. Apart from being an accomplished singer, she also possesses a heart that beats for underprivileged people. Q. You were influenced by playback singer Ahmed Rushdi in your formative years. Please share your thoughts. A. Ahmed Rushdi was my first male coplayback singer. His experience in playback singing helped me to learn a lot. He was extremely helpful and always made me to understand the finer points of a particular song that we were singing. Q. Which aspect of Bangladesh’s rich music tradition influences the world music and also nurtures other music styles in the country? A. It is, culturally, very rich in music, and especially so in the folk genre. The folk music, I love Dhaka and enjoy travelling to Chittagong. My favourite place abroad is London. XvKv Avgvi Lye wcÖq Avi PÆM«v‡g ‡eov‡Z fvj jv‡M| we‡`‡k Avgvi wcÖq RvqMv jÛb| 66 Nov - Dec 2013 cÖkœ : m½x‡Z Avcbvi ‡Mvovi mgqUv‡Z Avcwb ‡cøe¨vK MvqK Avn‡g` iækw`i Øviv cÖfvweZ n‡qwQ‡jb| GB wel‡q Avcbvi fvebvi K_v ejyb| D. Avn‡g` iækw` wQ‡jb Avgvi cÖ_g cyiæl mn-wkíx| ‡cøe¨vK m½x‡Z Zvi AwfÁZv Avgv‡K wkL‡Z A‡bK mvnvh¨ K‡i‡Q| wZwb wQ‡jb LyeB mnvqZvcivqY Avi Avgiv MvBwQ Ggb ‡Kvb Mv‡bi m~² w`K¸‡jv ‡evSvi Rb¨ wZwb Avgv‡K Lye mvnvh¨ Ki‡Zb| cÖk : evsjv‡`kx m½x‡Zi ‡Kvb mg…× avivwU wek¦m½xZ‡K cÖfvweZ Ki‡Q Avi ‡`‡ki Ab¨vb¨ m½xZ aviv‡KI jvjb K‡i Avm‡Q? D. m½x‡Zi w`K w`‡q evsjv‡`k mvs¯‹w… ZKfv‡e AZ¨šÍ mg…×, we‡kl K‡i ‡jvKm½x‡Zi ‡¶‡Î| Avm‡j ‡jvKm½xZ eQ‡ii ci eQi a‡i ‡`kwU‡K mg…× K‡i‡Q Ges cvkvcvwk Gi AvšÍRv© wZK f~wgKvI Ae¨vnZ Av‡Q| Bihanga begins a new era for Biman Avgvi ‡Pv‡L wen½ nj wegv‡bi bZyb hvÎvi m~Pbv in fact, has enriched the nation over the years and continues to do so internationally as well. Q. What do you have to say about Sufi music? A. Sufi music has transcended all boundaries and is popular all over the world now. I personally have a weakness for Sufi music and singing. I love drifting along with this form of music. Q. You started learning classical dance initially but drifted towards music to take it professionally. What made you to do so? A. I don’t know when and how I drifted into the world of music. I think it was largely due to my sister Dina Laila and my mother Amina Laila who inspired me. Later on, they supported me when I moved into the world of music and motivated me to take it seriously. Q. Who are your favourite singers from the Indian Subcontinent? A. In my musical journey I have met a lot of eminent singers who have influenced me over the years. Lata ji, Asha ji, Rafi Sahab and Kishore da in India influenced me a lot. Madam Nurjahan in Pakistan and Ferdausi Begum, Anjuman Ara Begum and Abdul Alim in Bangladesh have had a great role to play in my learning years to evolve me as a good singer. Q. Music keeps on changing with time. One thing you like and dislike about the music in the present times? A. I quite enjoy the music of today. The only thing that bothers me is the lack of use of acoustic instruments. It has become too mechanical. Q. What comes to your mind when you hear the phrase ‘Dama Dam Mast Qalandar’? You like singing... A. When I hear ‘Dama Dam Mast Qalandar’, I get transported into another world. I have a personal liking for semi-classical songs and enjoy them a lot. Q. What you like in food? A. My favourite food is prawns and I love it in any form of cooking. I am a terrible cook. cÖkœ : mywd m½xZ m¤ú‡K© Avcbvi Kx ejvi Av‡Q? D. mywd m½xZ me mxgvšÍ AwZµg K‡i Qwo‡q c‡o‡Q Ges mviv we‡k¦ RbwcÖqZv ‡c‡q‡Q| mywd m½xZ Avi GB avivi Mvb MvBevi cÖwZ Avgvi we‡kl `yej © Zv Av‡Q| Avwg GB avivi Mv‡bi m‡½ _vK‡Z PvB| cÖkœ : Avcwb cÖ_g w`‡K K¬vwmKvj bvP ‡kLv ïiæ K‡iwQ‡jb wKš‘ c‡i ‡ckvMZfv‡e Mv‡bi w`‡K Sy‡u K c‡ob| Ggb Ki‡Z nj ‡Kb? D. Avwg wVK Rvwbbv KLb Avwg Mv‡bi `ywbqvq P‡i Gjvg| Avgvi g‡b nq Avgvi ‡evb w`bv jvqjvi AKvjg… Zy¨i Rb¨B GUv N‡U‡Q, Avgvi gv Avwgbv jvqjv Avgv‡K Lye Aby‡cÖiYv w`‡q‡Qb| c‡i Avwg hLb m½x‡Z `ywbqvi c`vc©Y Kwi cwiev‡ii mevB Avgv‡K mg_©b ‡`q Ges Mvb‡K ¸iæ‡Z¡i m‡½ ‡bevi Rb¨ Zviv Avgv‡K DZ&mvn ‡`q| c«kœ : fviZ Dcgnv‡`‡k Avcbvi wcÖq m½xZwkíx Kviv? D. Avgvi mvsMxwZK hvÎvq A‡bK weL¨vZ m½xZwkíxi m‡½ Avgvi mv¶vr n‡q‡Q, eQ‡ii ci eQi a‡i Zviv Avgv‡K cÖfvweZ K‡i‡Qb| fvi‡Zi jZvwR, AvkvwR, iwd mv‡ne Ges wK‡kvi`v Avgv‡K Lye cÖfvweZ K‡i‡Qb| fvj m½xZwkíx wn‡m‡e cÖwZôv cvevi Av‡M Avgvi ‡kLvi mgqUv‡Z cvwK¯Ív‡bi b~iRvnvb g¨vWvg Ges evsjv‡`‡ki ‡di‡`Šwm ‡eMg, AvÄygvb Aviv ‡eMg Avi Ave`yj Avjxg wekvj f~wgKv cvjb K‡i‡Qb| cÖkœ : mg‡qi m‡½ ‡Zv m½xZI e`jv‡”Q| eZ©gvb mg‡qi m½x‡Zi ‡Kvb w`KwU Avcbvi fvj jv‡M Avi ‡KvbwU Avcbvi AcQ‡›`i? D. Avwg mvgwM«Kfv‡e AvR‡Ki m½xZ cQ›` Kwi| Z‡e A¨v‡Kvqvw÷K ev`¨h‡š¿i Kg e¨envi Avgv‡K Lye nZvk My goal is to continue singing for as long as I can and to work for the under privileged. K‡i| AvR‡Ki m½xZ Lye hvwš¿K n‡q c‡o‡Q| cÖkœ : Ô`vgv `vg gv¯Í Kvjv›`viÕ K_v¸‡jv ïb‡j Avcbvi g‡b Kx Abyfw~ Z nq? Avcbvi wcÖq m½xZ aviv... D. Ô`vgv `vg gv¯Í Kvjv›`viÕ K_v¸‡jv ïb‡j Avwg GK Ab¨ RM‡Z P‡j hvB| K¬vwmKvj-‡Nulv Mv‡bi cÖwZ Avgvi we‡kl Uvb Av‡Q Ges MvB‡ZI fvj jv‡M | cÖkœ : Kx ai‡bi Lvevi Avcbvi cQ›`? D. wPswo Avgvi fxlY wcÖq Avi ‡hfv‡eB ivbœv Kiv nq ZvB Avgvi fvj jv‡M| ivbœvq Avwg G‡Kev‡i hv‡”QZvB| biman-airlines.com 67 tarot etcetera aries ‡glivwk Gemini taurus wg_ybivwk e…livwk November Eight of cups December Ten of wands A group tour can help you network on the work front. Time to set yourself free to end up enriching your travel exposure. Time to splurge on a fabulous meal but approach amazing offers and lucrative deals with a little scepticism. November The Empress December The Devil Approach your trip creatively, fearlessly and try new things. Connect with others. Handle your travel documents carefully. Things could get a little thorny during mid December. Improve your travel karma by helping others. November Hermit December Nine of Cups Some ideas would seem like excess baggage. Try being a blank slate to absorb your trip. December will remain energetic. Travel will balance your restlessness and enhance your spirit. Serene lagoons or beaches ideal for you. Lucky colours - Red, Green; Lucky nos. 2, 5 Lucky colours - Yellow, Grey; Lucky nos. 1, 11 Lucky colours - White, Peach; Lucky nos. 2, 6 b‡f¤^i GBU Ae Kvc&m & wW‡m¤^i Uy Ae IqvÛ&m b‡f¤^i w` Gg‡c«m wW‡m¤^i `¨ ‡Wwfj b‡f¤^i nvwg©U wW‡m¤^i bvBb Ae Kvc&m & `j ‡eu‡a ‡Kv_vI ‡ewo‡q G‡j Kg©‡¶‡Î ‡hvMv‡hvM e…wׇZ mvnvh¨ Ki‡Z cv‡i| ågY AwfÁZvq mg…× nevi Rb¨ wb‡R gy³ K‡i ‡`qvi mgq GwU| GB mgqUv‡Z PgrKvi Lvev‡ii ‡cQ‡b c«Piy LiP Kivi we¯§qKi Advi Avi jvfRbK Av`vbc«`v‡bi c«¯vÍ e¸‡jvI Kg mskq wb‡q M«nY Kiæb| ïf is - jvj, meyR; ïf msL¨v 2, 5 wbf©‡q Avcbvi ågY m…RbkxjZvi mvnvh¨ wbb Ges bZyb my‡hvM ciL K‡i ‡`Lyb| Ab¨‡`i m‡½ ‡gjv‡gkvq wb‡R‡K e¨¯— ivLyb| Avcbvi ågYmsµvšÍ KvMRcθ‡jv i¶Yv‡e¶Y Kiæb| wW‡m¤^‡ii gvSvgvwS mgqUv Avcbvi Rb¨ msKUc~Y© n‡Z cv‡i| Ab¨‡`i mvnvh¨-mn‡hvwMZv K‡i Avcbvi ågYKvjxb Kg©dj Kwg‡q Avbyb| ïf is - njy`, a~mi; ïf msL¨v 1, 11 wKQy aviYv‡K Avcbvi Kv‡Q evowZ ‡evSvi gZ g‡b n‡e| åg‡Yi cy‡iv ¯^v` Dc‡fvM Kivi Rb¨ wb‡Ri gbUv‡K G‡Kev‡i ‡Lvjv ivLyb| wW‡m¤^‡i Avcwb c«vYkw³‡Z cwic~Y© _vK‡eb| ågY Avcbvi Aw¯’iZv Kgv‡e Ges c«vYkw³‡K Pv½v K‡i Zyj‡e| c«kvšÍ n«` wKsev mgy`« ‰mKZ Avcbvi ‡eovevi Rb¨ Av`k© RvqMv| ïf is - mv`v, wcP; ïf msL¨v 2, 6 On your cards... Tarot predictions for Nov-Dec 2013 cancer KK©Uivwk wmsnivwk virgo Kb¨vivwk November Four of Coins December Seven of Wands Enjoy green environment, small daily rituals and savour local delicacies. Regular meals and naps ideal for you. Work may need patience. Leisure plans may have to be postponed. There can be tangled equations at home. Avoid being workaholic. November The Heirophant December Ten of Cups Be innovative in your plans, enjoy nightlife, observe and interact. Discovering new hotspots, bars and little hidden secrets in a city well-travelled will make you cherish your trip. Enjoy local flavours and hospitality. Walk to remain healthy. November Three of Wands December The World New opportunities in professional space expected. Fresh creativity will be infused through new people. Love at home reaches a new level of bliss. Your business and leisure travel plans will materialise. Restrict interaction with strangers. Lucky colours: Lemon, Brown; Lucky nos. 2, 8 Lucky colours: Magenta, Light Blue; Lucky nos. 6, 3 Lucky colours: Orange, Golden; Lucky nos. 1, 9 b‡f¤^i ‡dvi Ae K‡qb&m wW‡m¤^i ‡m‡fb Ae IqvÛ&m b‡f¤^i `¨ nvqv‡ivd¨v›U wW‡m¤^i ‡Ub Ae Kvá b‡f¤^i w_« Ae IqvÛm wW‡m¤^i `¨ Iqvì meyR cwi‡ek Avi ‰`bw›`b KvRKg©¸‡jv Dc‡fvM Kiæb Ges ¯’vbxq my¯v^ `y Lvevi`vev‡ii ¯^v` wbb| mgqgZ Lvevi LvIqv Avi LvwbK Nywg‡q ‡bqv Avcbvi Rb¨ Av`k© KvR| Kv‡R ‰ah©aviY Kiv c«‡qvRb| AeKv‡k mgq KvUvevi cwiKíbv evwZj Ki‡Z n‡Z cv‡i| N‡ivqv cwi‡ek RwUj n‡q co‡Z cv‡i| ïf is : ‡jgb, ev`vgx; ïf msL¨v 2, 8 68 leo By: Manisha Koushik Nov - Dec 2013 cwiKíbvq D™¢vebx ¶gZv‡K Kv‡R jvMvb, iv‡Zi we‡bv`‡b Ask wbb, ‡PvL-Kvj ‡Lvjv ivLyb Ges fv‡ei Av`vbc«`vb Kiæb| eûevi ‡eov‡bv bM‡ii bZyb AvKl©Yxq RvqMv, cvbkvjv Ges ARvbv RvqMv¸‡jv Avwe®‹vi Kiv Avcbvi åg‡Yi AwfÁZv‡K mg…× Ki‡Z cv‡i| my¯Z ’ v eRvq ivLi Rb¨ nvuUvnvuwU Kiæb| ïf is : g¨v‡R›Uv, nvév bxj, ïf msL¨v 6, 3 Kg©‡¶‡Î bZyb my‡hvM c«Z¨vkv Ki‡Z cv‡ib| m`¨ cwiPq n‡q‡Q Ggb gvbyl‡`i w`‡q Avcwb UvUKv m…RbkxjZvq D¾xweZ n‡eb| evwo‡Z Avcbvi fvjevmv GK bZyb gvÎv cv‡e| Avcbvi e¨emvwqK I we‡bv`bg~jK åg‡Y Avcwb ‡eov‡bv Dc‡fvM Ki‡eb ïf is- Kgjv, ‡mvbvjx; ïf msL¨v 1, 9 libra Zyjvivwk scorpio e…wðKivwk sagittarius abyivwk November Seven of Swords December Six of Swords Your spirit will remain high. Time for some weekend getaways with family or friends to an exotic beach location. Kick off your worries about handling an important client presentation alone. A trip away from the city will be fruitful. Eat healthy. November Six of Swords December The Fool Good time to balance your personal and professional sphere. Try to slip away to a sleepy small town to enjoy nature at its best. Unwanted air of commotion and chaos is expected. Travel anywhere aiming rejuvenation. November Seven of Coins DecembeR Ace of Swords Expected to travel to new beach destinations. Countryside or long drives will prove to be exciting. Meet new people will support in your professional sphere. Keep your word, be honest in relationships and be clear about your desire and intent. Lucky colours - Green, White; Lucky nos. 3, 8) Lucky colours - Navy Blue, Purple; Lucky nos. 4, 7 Lucky colours - Sea Green, Turquoise; Lucky nos. 4, 5) b‡f¤^i ‡m‡fb Ae ‡mvW©m wW‡m¤^i wm· Ae ‡mvW©m b‡f¤^i wm· Ae ‡mvW©m wW‡m¤^i `¨ dyj b‡f¤^i ‡m‡fb Ae K‡qb&m & wW‡m¤^i GBm Ae ‡mvW©m Avcbvi c«vYkw³ Zy‡½ _vK‡e| mßvnv‡šÍ cwiev‡ii m`m¨‡`i ev eÜy‡`i wb‡q ‡Kvb ‰ewPΨc~Y© mgy`« ‰mK‡Z Ny‡i Avm‡Z cv‡ib| ¸iæZ¡cY~ © K¬v‡q‡›U ‡c«‡R‡›Ukb GKvB Ki‡Z n‡e e‡j ‡h `ywðšÍv Ki‡Qb Zv ‡S‡o ‡djyb| kn‡ii evB‡i ‡_‡K Ny‡i Avmv DcKv‡i Avm‡e| ¯^v¯’¨Ki Lvevi Lvb| ïf is - meyR, mv`v; ïf msL¨v 3, 8 Avcbvi GKvšÍ Avi ‡ckvMZ ejq‡K Avb›`-dywZ© ‡`‡q mylg K‡i Zyjby | c«Kw… Zi cy‡iv im Av¯^v`b Kivi Rb¨ ‡Kvb NygNyg kniZwj‡Z P‡j ‡h‡Z cv‡ib| AhvwPZ Sv‡gjv Avi ‡Kvjvn‡ji gv‡S c‡o hvevi Avk¼v Av‡Q| Avevi Pv½v n‡q DVevi K_v g‡b ‡i‡L ‡hLv‡b Lywk ågY Kiæb| ïf is - ‡bwf eø,y i³‡e¸bx; ïf msL¨v 4, 7 bZyb ‡Kvb mgy`« ‰mK‡Z åg‡Yi c«Z¨vkv Ki‡Z cv‡ib| kn‡ii evB‡i ‡eov‡bv ev jO W«vBf ‡ivgvÂKi n‡Z cv‡i| bZyb gvby‡li m‡½ mv¶vZ Avcbvi Kg©‡¶‡Îi Rb¨ AbyKj ~ n‡Z cv‡i| c«wZk«wy Z i¶v Kiæb, m¤ú‡Ki« ‡¶‡Î mr _vKyb Ges Avcbvi AvKv•ÿv I D‡Ï‡k¨i e¨vcv‡i AKcU _vKyb| ïf is- mvMi meyR, wd‡ivRv; ïf msL¨v 4, 5 b‡f¤^i-wW‡m¤^i 2013Õi Rb¨ U¨viU fwel¨ØvYx Predictions by: Manisha Koushik. She is an astrologer, Tarot card reader, Numerologist, Vastu & Fengshui consultant. She can be reached through e-mail at: support@askmanisha.com. Website: www.askmanisha.com Capricorn gKiivwk Aquarius Ky¤i¢ vwk Pisces gxbivwk November Ace of Coins December Ace of Wands Your decisive side gets highlighted and is set to bring more work coupled with good finances. relax is advisable. Friends and relatives will give you time and space to enjoy solitude. Professional resolutions will remain positive for December. November The High Priestess December The Death It will be a time to listen to your sixth sense and act accordingly. New people and new places will allow you to re-examine your life. Discussing career needs on projects with friends or loved ones will help. Hectic travel schedule is on cards. November Ten of Wands December Two of Coins You will remain motivated for a new exercise regime with friends. Chasing moonbeams and a former beloved is unwise. December gives a new start and creative liberation for enjoyment. Dig into street food this December. Lucky colours - Cream, Pink; Lucky nos. 3, 9 Lucky colours - Beige, Mauve; Lucky nos. 11, 5 Lucky colours - Mustard, Indigo; Lucky nos. 2, 7 b‡f¤^i GBm Ae K‡qb&m & wW‡m¤^i GBm Ae IqvÛ&m b‡f¤^i `¨ nvB wc«‡÷m wW‡m¤^i `¨ ‡W_ b‡f¤^i ‡Ub Ae IqvÛm wW‡m¤^i Uy Ae K‡qb&m & Avcbvi `…pmsKíe× w`KwU we‡kl AM«vwaKvi cv‡e Avi GB Rb¨ wewb‡qv‡Mi cvkvcvwk AviI Kv‡Ri my‡hvM Avm‡e| Av‡qk Kiv DwPr| eÜy Avi Avcbvi ¯^Rbiv Avcbv‡K Avcbvi wbtm½Zv Dc‡fvM Kivi Rb¨ mgq Avi my‡hvM ‡`‡e| ‡ckvMZ wm×všÍ¸‡jv wW‡m¤^‡i BwZevPK _vK‡e| ïf is - wN‡q, ‡Mvjvwc; ïf msL¨v 3, 9 Avcbvi lô Bw›`«q‡K Avgj w`b Ges ‡mB gZ KvR Kiæb| bZyb gvbyl Avi bZyb RvqMv Avcbv‡K Avcbvi RxebUv bZyb K‡i g~j¨vq‡b mvnvh¨ Ki‡e| eÜy ev wc«qRb‡`i m‡½ K¨vwiqvi wb‡q Av‡jvPbv DcKv‡i Avm‡e| ‡ckvMZ ågY Avcbv‡K fxlY K‡i e¨¯— ivLvi m¤¢vebv ‡`‡e| ïf is - wd‡K nj‡` ev`vgx, wd‡K jvj; ïf msL¨v 11, 5 eÜy‡`i m‡½ bZyb kixiPP©v Kvh©µg Kivi Rb¨ Avcwb mve©¶wYK D‡`¨vMx _vK‡eb| gixwPKvi Ges c«v³b ‡c«gv¯ú‡`i ‡cQ‡b ‡QvUv G‡Kev‡i AbywPZ n‡e| wW‡m¤^i G‡b ‡`‡e we‡bv`‡bi ‡¶‡Î bZyb m~Pbv Ges m… Rbkxj gyw³i my‡hvM| GB wW‡m¤^‡i c‡_i Lvev‡ii ¯^v` wb‡Z cv‡ib| ïf is - mwilv iO, BwÛ‡Mv; ïf msL¨v 2, 7 biman-airlines.com 69 fitness etcetera The inner strength AšÍk©w³ The 1,000 years old art form of Tai Chi can be a perfect start to your fitness regime Avcwb hw` Av‡M KLbI kixiPP©v bv K‡i _v‡Kb Zvn‡j nvRvi eQ‡ii HwZn¨evnx ZvB wP w`‡q wdU‡bm PP©v ïi“ æKi‡Z cv‡ib By: Khursheed Dinshaw 70 Nov - Dec 2013 T Zv ai Chi Chuan (or Tai Chi) literally translates as supreme ultimate fist and is a Chinese martial art form. Unlike other martial arts, it has both hard and soft forms. The hard form is meant for self-defence and was originally used for combat and warfare. Most of the techniques are targeted at the joints, nerves, internal organs and energy points. The soft form is a camouflaged version of the hard form. It exercises the body and mind and in the process raises ones spiritual level. B wP Pyqvb (ev ZvB wP) nj GKwU Pxbv gvk©vj AvU© aviv| Gi kvwãK A_© m‡e©v”P †miv gywó| Ab¨ me gvk©vj AvU©m aviv †_‡K Gi cÖavb cv_©K¨ nj, Gi KwVb I †Kvgj `ywU w`KB Av‡Q| KwVb kvLvwU AvZ¥i¶vi Rb¨ e¨envi Kiv nq Ges g~jZ hy‡× cÖ‡qvM Kiv n‡Zv| Gi AwaKvsk †KŠkj Aw¯’mwÜ, mœvqy, Af¨šÍixY A½ Ges GbvwR© c‡q›U¸‡jv‡K j¶¨ K‡i Abykxjb Kiv nq| †Kvgj kvLvwU Avm‡j KwVbwUiB cwiewZ©Z ms¯‹iY| G‡Z GKB m‡½ kixi Avi g‡bi PP©v nq Ges G‡Z PP©vKvixi Ava¨vwZ¥K D”PZv A‡bK †e‡o hvq| Although Tai Chi was originally a form of martial art, but it is widely practiced for good health and longevity. It was designed to work with your body’s energy systems, also known as meridians in Chinese medicine. For its slow and evenly paced movement like a flowing river, it is even described as a moving meditation, based on the principle that running water never stagnates. ZvB wP cÖavbZ gvk©vj AvU©‡mi GKwU aviv n‡jI my¯^v¯’¨ eRvq ivLv Ges Avqy evov‡bvi Rb¨B GB c×wZ †ewk Abykxjb Kiv nq| Pxbv wPwKrmv c×wZ‡Z †gwiwWqvb e‡j cwiwPZ kix‡ii GbvwR© wm‡÷‡gi m‡½ KvR Kivi Rb¨ GwU D™¢veb Kiv n‡qwQj| Gi g~j bxwZ nj engvb cvwb KLbI wbðj nq bv| b`xi †¯ªv‡Zi g‡Zv axi Avi mylg kixi mÂvjb Ki‡Z nq e‡j G‡K KLbI KLbI Pjgvb †gwW‡UkbI ejv nq| Chinese Yoga Many call this art form Chinese Yoga, as it combines physical exercise, breathing techniques and meditation. It is a form of exercise characterised by forms varying in sequence and postures, performed in a relaxed and conscious manner, creating vitality with calmness, balanced strength with flexibility, and controlled energy with awareness. There are five major styles of Pxbv ‡hvM e¨vqvg kix‡ii e¨vqvg, k¦vm-cÖk¦v‡mi †KŠkj Ges †gwW‡Ukb‡K G‡Z GK Kiv n‡q‡Q e‡j A‡b‡KB GB aviv‡K Pxbv †hvM e¨vqvg e‡j _v‡K| ch©vqµwgK aviv Ges †`nfw½i mve©¶wYK cwieZ©‡bi gv‡SB GB avivi kixi PP©vi ˆewkó¨ wbwnZ| cÖkvwšÍi ga¨ w`‡q Rxebxkw³ mÂvi, bgbxqZvi m‡½ AvbycvwZK kvixwiK kw³ Ges m‡PZbZvi m‡½ wbqwš¿Z cÖvYkw³ m…wói Rb¨ mvejxj Ges m‡PZb fw½‡Z GwU PP©v Kiv nq| c«avbZ cvuP ai‡bi ZvB wPi c«Pjb Av‡Q| G¸‡jvi g‡a¨ Bqvs me‡P‡q Rbwc«q, mviv we‡k¦ GB avivwU PP©v Kiv nq| essence Tai Chi not only calms the mind but also makes it alert to observe things around and absorb energies from the immediate surroundings Although Tai Chi was originally a form of martial art, but it is widely practiced for good health and longevity. It was designed to work with your body’s energy systems, also known as meridians in Chinese medicine. For its slow and evenly paced movement like a flowing river, it is even described as a moving meditation, based on the principle that running water never stagnates. biman-airlines.com 71 fitness etcetera Tai Chi for well being... Lowers high blood pressure Lessens incidence of falling Assists in labour during pregnancy by strengthening the pelvic muscles Quick Takes Augurs good health ● Tai Chi lessens the incidence of falling, improves muscle tone and flexibility ● Calms anxiety, feelings of stress and increases immune system ● Reduces pain levels in the body ● Lowers high blood pressure and assists in labour during pregnancy by helping to strengthen the pelvic muscles. Improves muscle tone and flexibility Calms anxiety, feelings of stress and increases immune system Tai Chi and Yang style is the most popular and widely practiced around the world. In the authentic Yang Style Tai Chi, the spine remains straight, the movements are rhythmic and gentle. The pulse rate does not go up, breathing remains the same but you sweat like any other form of exercise. Avmj Bqvs avivi ZvB wPÕ‡Z †giæ`Û †mvRv ivL‡Z nq Avi A½mÂvjb n‡q _v‡K Q›`gq Ges g…`y| bvoxi MwZ evo‡e bv, k¦vm cÖk¦vmI GKB iKg _vK‡e wKš‘ †h †Kvb e¨vqv‡gi mgq †hgb Nvg S‡i †Zgwb GB †¶‡ÎI Si‡e| cÖwZevi Avcbvi ZvB wP PP©vi †mkb †k‡l Avcwb evowZ cÖvYkw³ Abyfe Ki‡eb| Initially one tends to focus only on the movement but then the grace and joy of doing Tai Chi steps in. Learning new movements helps in brain synchronisation. It is so gentle and safe that it is recommended for all trimesters of pregnancy and also, for the elderly because it is the only fitness programme where you meditate while exercising. cÖv_wgKfv‡e PP©vKvix ïay A½mÂvj‡bi IciB g‡bvwb‡ek K‡i _v‡K| Z‡e wKQyw`b ciB ZvB wPÕi Avmj DcKvwiZv Avi †mŠ›`h© cÖKvk †c‡Z ïiæ K‡i| bZyb ai‡bi A½mÂvjb †kLv gw¯Í‡®‹i Rb¨ we‡kl mnvqK| KviY G‡Z gw¯Í®‹ Lvc LvB‡q wb‡Z cv‡i| ZvB wP GZUvB g…`y Avi wbivc` †h AšÍtmË¡vKvjxb Ae¯’vi †h †Kvb ch©v‡q GwU Abykxjb Kiv hvq| e‡qv‡R¨ô‡`i Rb¨I GwU AZ¨šÍ Dc‡hvMx| GwU †mB Abb¨ kixiPP©vi c×wZ †hwU Abykxj‡bi m‡½ m‡½ †gwW‡UkbI Kiv hvq| Achieving calmness Emotionally, Tai Chi can help calm your mind and alleviate the feelings of stress and worry associated with the changes in life. Because it teaches you deep breathing and meditation techniques, it helps you relax and feel more balanced and centered. People who practice the exercise experience feeling peaceful inside themselves. Over time, they respond to stressful situations differently and feel more in control of their thoughts and reactions. Tai Chi is quite safe. Its slow movement greatly reduce any chance for injury. It is not time consuming either, as one needs to set aside just 21 minutes a day for it and it can be easily grasped. Any loose clothing and comfortable shoes are suitable for practicing Tai Chi, early morning or early evening is the best time to do it. Tai Chi is a Chinese cultural art form and requires years of training under an actual Tai Chi Master, including philosophical study of the Tao Te Ching by Lao Tzu and the I Ching in order to truly understand Tai Chi and be able to teach it effectively. It is a philosophy that teaches the essence of life through balance, moderation and respect for nature. 72 Nov - Dec 2013 Tai Chi teaches deep breathing and meditation techniques helping one to feel completely relaxed c«kvwšÍ AR©b Av‡eMMZ w`K we‡ePbv Ki‡j ejv hvq ZvB wP Avcbvi gb‡K cÖkvšÍ Ki‡Z mvnvh¨ Ki‡Z cv‡i| GQvov Rxe‡b †Kvb cwieZ©b G‡j †h gvbwmK Pvc Avi D‡Ø‡Mi m…wó nq Zv Kgv‡Z cv‡i| Mfxifv‡e k¦vm-cÖk¦v‡mi cÖwµqv Ges †gwW‡Uk‡bi †KŠkj †kLv‡bv nq e‡j ZvB wP Avcbv‡K wkw_jvq‡b mvnvh¨ Ki‡e Ges Gi d‡j Avcwb AviI fvimvg¨ Avi wbweóZv Abyfe Ki‡eb| hviv GB c×wZ Abykxjb K‡ib Zviv wb‡Ri gv‡S wecyj cÖkvwšÍ Abyfe K‡i _v‡Kb| hZB mgq †h‡Z _v‡K Zviv msKURbK cwiw¯’wZ¸‡jv‡K Ab¨fv‡e †gvKv‡ejv K‡ib Ges wb‡R‡`i fvebv Avi Kg©Kv‡Ê Ici Zv‡`i evowZ wbqš¿Y _v‡K| ZvB wP Lye wbivc`| G‡Z Lye ax‡i A½mÂvjb Ki‡Z nq e‡j AvNvZ cvevi SyuwK A‡bK Kg| mgqI †h Lye †ewk †bq ZvI ejv hv‡e bv| w`‡b gvÎ 21 wgwbU mgq wb‡jB nq| GwU AvqË KivI Lye mnR| ZvB wP Abykxj‡bi Rb¨ †Xvjv †cvkvK Avi Avivg`vqK RyZv n‡jB P‡j, mKvj ev mܨv GwU PP©vi m‡e©vrK…ó mgq| ZvB wP Px‡bi GKwU mvs¯‹…wZK wkíaviv| ZvI †Z wPs Ges AvB wPs-Gi `vk©wbK gZev` †kLvi Rb¨ Ges Kvh©Kifv‡e Zv wk¶v †`evi Rb¨ GKRb Avmj ZvB wP wk¶‡Ki Kv‡Q cÖwk¶Y †bqvUv Riæwi| fvimvg¨, mshg Ges cÖK…wZi cÖwZ mkÖ× g‡bvfve jvjb Kivi ga¨ w`‡q Rxe‡bi cÖK…Z A_© Rvbvi `k©bB nj ZvB wP| journey Abeginsnew at Biman Bangladesh Airlines (Awarded ‘Asia’s Most Promising Brand’ for 2012-13 by HCRC backed by KPMG) Advertise with us! Bihanga - the ENGLISH-BANGLA bimonthly IN-FLIGHT magazine is born!! Bihanga boasts... 3,10,000 international readers travelling to over 20 destinations at one go For Advertising Sales, contact: Nitin Sengar - nitin@maxposure.in MaXposure Media Group (I) Pvt. Ltd. Unit F2B (Second floor), Mira Corporate Suites, Plot No. 1&2, Ishwar Nagar, Mathura Road, New Delhi-110065 +91-11-43011111, info@maxposure.in, Web: www.maxposure.in reflection etcetera Either destiny or the celestial conspiracy makes us what we are and takes us to places. Our luck and stars get influenced by our own numbers wbqwZ ev gnvRvMwZK PvjB Avgv‡`i c«‡Z¨K‡K msÁvwqZ K‡i Ges Avgiv ‡Kv_vq _vKe Zv wba©viY K‡i| Avgv‡`i fvM¨ Avi ivwkdj me mgq Av‡`i wb‡R‡`i msL¨v w`‡qB c«fvweZ nq By: Suchitra Chanda msL¨vi ‡Ljv The playful numbers 74 Nov - Dec 2013 W hat if you come to know that it is you who is at the centre of everything around you and influencing your fortunes and otherwise! Surprised? Don’t be. It is easy to find out how numbers you are born and reared with, play with you and cosmos of your life. Numerology, a branch of predictive science, is much simpler than astrology and does not require complicated mathematical calculations. Even with little practice anyone can predict the basic attributes of a person. Many believe that numerology is an exact science as it is based on definite details of an individual viz., the numerical value of the name and total birth information (date, month and year). There are only nine numbers from which all calculations of the material world are made. All numbers beyond nine can be reduced to a single whole number like, 23 is 5. Each individual is influenced by three numbers viz., psychic, name and destiny. The influences of these numbers are distinct from the nine planets in the astrological houses of an individual’s birth chart and zodiac sign. Psychic number A person’s psychic number determines the way he/she looks at oneself. The psychic number plays an important role in one’s preferences of food, friendship, marriage, ambitions and desires. It can be calculated by making a whole of the date of birth. For example, 12th of a month will be calculated as 1+2 = 3. Name number The name number is calculated by adding the numerical value given to the letters of the full name. For example, according to Unit System, AFREEN AHMAD will have a number 8 (Calculation: 26+18 = 44 = 8). This number plays a key role in one’s social and married life. Hence, a lot of emphasis is given on changing names so that one can have harmony and advantage with the new name too. Care should be taken while add- G Kw`b hw` Rvb‡Z cv‡ib Avm‡j AvcbB mewKQyi †K‡›`« Av‡Qb Avi AvcwbI Avcbvi fvM¨ Avi mewKQy‡K cÖfvweZ Ki‡Qb! 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All numbers beyond nine can be reduced to a single whole number GB e¯‘wbf©i `ywbqvi me wnmve gvÎ bqwU msL¨vi Ici wfwË K‡i Ki‡Z nq| b‡qi †ewk msL¨v¸‡jv‡KI Kwg‡q GKwU GK AsK wewkó msL¨vq cwiYZ Kiv nq, †hgb 23 n‡q hvq 5| cÖwZwU gvbyl wZbwU msL¨v Øviv wbqwš¿Z nq, †hgb mvBwKK (AvwZ¥K), bvg Ges wbqwZ msµvšÍ msL¨v| GB msL¨v¸‡jvi cÖfve wKš‘ †R¨vwZwe©`¨vq GKRb gvby‡li Rb¥ bKkvi N‡ii Ges ivwk cwiPvqK bqwU MÖ‡ni †_‡K Avjv`v Avi ¯^Kxq| mvBwKK msL¨v GKRb gvby‡li mvBwKK msL¨v †m Zv‡K wKfv‡e g~j¨vqb K‡i Zv wba©viY K‡i| GKRb gvbyl †Kvb ai‡bi Lvevi cQ›` K‡i, eÜyZ¡, we‡q, Rxe‡bi j¶¨ Ges AvKv•ÿvi g‡Zv welq¸‡jvi Ici ¸iæZ¡c~Y© f~wgKv cvjb K‡i| Rb¥ Zvwi‡Li AsK¸‡jvi †hvMd‡ji Ici wfwË K‡i GwU wbY©q Kiv nq| D`vniY¯^iƒc, 12Zg gvmwU wnmve Kiv n‡e 1 + 2 = 3 w`‡q| bvg msL¨v essence our actions define us and redefine our numbers. But there is no harm in knowing your compatibility with a new person in your life or people around using numbers, bvg msL¨vwU wbY©q Kiv nq cy‡iv Bs‡iwR bv‡gi A¶i¸‡jvi biman-airlines.com 75 reflection etcetera Numerology, a branch of predictive science, is much simpler than astrology and does not require complicated mathematical calculations. It is based on definite details of an individual viz., the numerical value of the name and total birth information (date, month and year) Quick Takes Numbers for alphabets According to the Unit System, the value of each alphabet will correspond to a definite number, which is as follows: AIJQY = 1 BCKR = 2 GLS = 3 DMT = 4 NE= 5 UVWX = 6 OZ = 7 FHP = 8 ing or deleting alphabets in one’s name as it should not change the number to an incompatible one, which may lead to problems in social and business relationships. Destiny number The single whole number obtained from the addition of the date, month and year of birth is called the destiny number (For example, 12 August 1972 will be calculated as 1+2 +8+1+9+7+2= 30 = 3). It is generally believed that destiny number is more important than psychic or name number because the psyche is free to think, expect and desire, but the destiny brings only what one deserves, as it is related to one’s past life deeds. In conclusion The knowledge of numerology helps us to act with proper understanding of the moment. It is Numerology is a tool to understand and not to prejudice and categorise because no single number is superior to other and all numbers have their positives and negatives a tool to understand and not to prejudice and categorise because no single number is superior to other and all numbers have their positives and negatives. So, it would be foolish to be judgmental on anything or anyone. After all, our actions define us and redefine our numbers. But there is no harm in knowing your compatibility with a new person in your life or people around using numbers, and get surprised to simply laugh it out. 76 Nov - Dec 2013 mvswL¨K gv‡bi †hvMdj †_‡K| †hgb, GKK c×wZ Abyhvqx AFREEN AHMAD bvgwUi gvb n‡e 8 (wnmve = 26 + 18 = 44 = 8) GB msL¨vwU gvby‡li mvgvwRK I `v¤úZ¨Rxe‡b cÖavb f~wgKv cvjb K‡i| A‡b‡K ZvB bv‡gi evbvb e`‡j _v‡Kb hv‡Z bZyb bvg wb‡q Rxe‡b Zvj wdwi‡q Avb‡Z Avi evowZ myweav jvf Ki‡Z cv‡i| bv‡g A¶i †hvM Kiv ev ev` †`qvi e¨vcv‡i Lye mZK© _vK‡Z n‡e KviY h_vh_ bv n‡j mvswL¨K gvb cwieZ©b n‡e bv, Avi Gi d‡j mvgvwRK Avi e¨emvwqK m¤ú‡K©i †¶‡Î RwUjZv †`Lv w`‡Z cv‡i| wbqwZ msL¨v Rb¥MÖn‡Yi ZvwiL, gvm Avi eQ‡ii msL¨v¸‡jv‡K †h GK As‡Ki msL¨vwU cvIqv hvq †mwUB nj †Ww÷wb ev wbqwZ msL¨v (†hgb GB †¶‡Î 12 AvM÷ 1972 wnmve Ki‡Z n‡e = 1 + 2 + 8 + 1 + 9 + 7 + 2 = 30 = 3) mvaviYZ wek¦vm Kiv nq wbqwZ msL¨vwU bvg msL¨v Ges AvwZ¥K msL¨v †_‡KI †ewk ¸iæZ¡c~Y© KviY AvZ¥v fvevfvwe Kiv, cÖZ¨vkv Kiv Avi AvKv•ÿv Kivi Rb¨ Db¥y³| c¶všÍ‡i, wbqwZ ZvB wb‡q Avm‡e hv GKR‡bi Rb¨ wba©vwiZ ev hvi Rb¨ †m Dchy³, KviY AZxZ Rxe‡bi K‡g©i IciB GwU wbf©ikxj| cwi‡k‡l msL¨vweÁv‡bi Ávb GKwU †h †Kvb gyn~‡Z©i h_vh_ g~j¨vqb K‡i KvR Kivq Avgv‡`i mvnvh¨ Ki‡Z cv‡i| GB c×wZwU‡K cÖ_‡g eyS‡Z n‡e, G‡K wb‡q †Kvb iKg ms¯‹vi ivLv ev G‡K †kÖwYe× Ki‡j Pj‡e bv| KviY memgq g‡b ivL‡Z n‡e †Kvb GKwU msL¨v Ab¨ Av‡iKwU msL¨v †_‡K †kÖq bq Ges cÖwZwU msL¨viB ïf I Aïf w`K Av‡Q| myZivs †Kvb wKQyi Ici ev KvD‡K wb‡q Pig wm×všÍ †bqv DwPZ bq| me mgq g‡b ivL‡Z n‡e, Avgv‡`i K…Z Kg©B Avgv‡`i fwel¨r wba©viY K‡i Avgv‡`i msL¨v‡K cybtwba©viY K‡i| Z‡e Avcbvi Rxe‡b Avmv bZyb gvbyl A_ev Avkcv‡k hviv msL¨vweÁvb e¨envi K‡ib Zv‡`i m‡½ Avcbvi wgj-Awgj hvPvB K‡i PgrK…Z n‡Z ev ïay gvÎ Avb›` cvevi gv‡S †Kvb ¶wZ †bB| offices Biman Bangladesh Airlines (domestic) Chittagong (CGP (GMT +6) 88031, Biman bhaban, 1/2, CDA Avenue, Sholosohar, Chittagong-4203 +88-031-650671 to 75, +88-031-650982 to 84 +88-031- 651890 to 91 Shah Amanat International Airport, Chitagong +88-031-2500990 to 95, +88-031-2500941 to 50 Cox’ Bazar (CXB) (GMT +6) (0341), Motel Upal, Parjatan Holyday Complex , Cox’s Bazar Sylhet (ZYL) (GMT +6) Airport road, Majumdari, Sylhet-3100 +88-0821-717026 to 28, +88-0821-717411-717421 Airport office Osmani international airport, Sylhet. 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Box No-23, Singapore 819642 +65-65420067 Fax: +65-65426787 Mobile: +65-96323207 E-mail: sinkk@bdbiman.com Head Office : Balaka, Kumitola, Dhaka-1229, Bangladesh, Tel: +88-02-8901600, +88-02-8901730-44 biman-airlines.com 77 globe track International wegv‡bi ‡bUIqvK© AvšÍR©vwZK Domestic wegv‡bi ‡bUIqvK© Avf¨šÍixY Sylhet wm‡jU Dhaka XvKv Chittagong PÆM«vg Wherever you fly, Western Union flies with you. Send money to Bangladesh from more than 200 countries and territories of the world. 78 Nov - Dec 2013 Middle East ga¨c«vP¨ Ky‡qZ Kuwait Dammam Wvgvg Riyadh Jeddah wiqv` ‡`vnv Doha `yevB Dubai Abu Dhabi Avey avwe Muscat gv¯‹vU ‡RÏv London jÛb Rome ‡ivg Ky‡qZ Kuwait Wvgvg Kathmandu Dammam Doha ‡`vnv KvVgvÛy Delhi wiqv`Riyadh Dubai `yevB w`jøx Dhaka Abu Dhabi Hong Kong Muscat XvKv Avey avwe gv¯‹vU nsKs Jeddah Kolkata ‡RÏv Bangkok ‡KvjKvZv e¨vsKK Yangon Bqv½b Kuala Lumpur Kyqvjvjvgcyi Singapore wm½vcyi This map is for illustrative purposes and does not imply the expression of any opinion on the part of the publisher or their sponsors concerning the legal status of any country or territory or concerning the delimitation of frontiers or boundaries. Aj¼i‡Yi gva¨‡g Ae¯’vb †evSvevi Rb¨ GB gvbwPÎ e¨envi Kiv n‡q‡Q, Gi gva¨‡g †Kv‡bvfv‡eB †Kv‡bv †`k ev A‡ji AvBwb Ae¯’v A_ev mxgvšÍ ev AvÂwjK mxgvbvi g‡Zv welq wb‡q cÖKvkK ev Zv‡`i c…ô‡cvlK‡`i `…wófw½ ev gZvgZ cÖwZdwjZ nqwb| Map not to scale Cartographers: ttk maps gvbwP‡Î `~i‡Z¡i AbycvZ e¨envi Kiv nqwb biman-airlines.com 79 fleet Biman Bangladesh fleet Biman Bangladesh airlines ltd. Central Engineering Department Interior Arrangement of Boeing 777-300ER (35J+384Y = 419 PAX) Entry/ Exit Entry/ Exit Interior Arrangement of Boeing 737-800 (12J+150Y=162 PAX) Entry/ Exit Emergency Exit Entry/ Exit Entry/ Exit Entry/ Exit Emergency Exit Entry/ Exit Entry/ Exit Emergency Exit(02nos.) Entry/ Exit Entry/ Exit Emergency Exit(02nos.) Rows 1-52 (Row No. 13 are omitted.) Entry/ Exit Emergency Exit Entry/ Exit Entry/ Exit Emergency Exit Entry/ Exit Rows 1-28 Interior Arrangement of DC10-30 (314Y PAX) Entry/ Exit Entry/ Exit Interior Arrangement of Airbus A310 (27J+198Y=225 PAX) Entry/ Exit Entry/ Exit Entry/ Exit Emergency Exit Entry/ Exit Entry/ Exit Emergency Exit Entry/ Exit Rows 1-40 Row 1-34 (Rows No. 8, 13 are omitted.) S2-ADK = Rows 1-34 (Rows No. 5, 6, 7, 13 are omitted) S2-ADF = Rows 1-36 (Rows No. 5, 6, 7, 8, 13 are omitted) Biman Bangladesh Airlines Fleet Data TECHNICAL DETAILS AIRCRAFT 777-300ER DC10-30 A310-300 737-800 Passengers 35 J+ 384 Y 314 Y 25 J+196 Y 12 J+150 Y Engines (maximum thrust) GE90-100 (115,300 lbs.) CF6-50 (50,000 lbs.) PW4000 (56,000 lbs.) CFM56-7 (26,300 lbs.) Maximum Fuel Capacity 181,300 liters 140,707 liters 61,630 liters 26,025 liters Maximum Takeoff Weight 755,000 lbs 572,000 lbs 361,600 lbs 70,987 kg Maximum Range 7,825 NM (14,490 km) 9,493 km 9,600 km 5,665 km Typical Cruise Speed 905 km/h 908 km/h 850 km/h 828 km/h Wing span 212 ft. 7 in (64.8 m) 165 ft. 5 in (50.42 m) 144 ft. 0.4 in (43.9m) 112 ft. 7in (34.315 m) With winglets n/a n/a n/a 117 ft. 5 in (35.8 m) Overall Length 242 ft. 4 in (73.86 m) 181 ft. 7 in (55.35 m) 153 ft. 0.9 in (46.66 m) 129 ft. 6 in (39.472 m) Tail Height 60 ft. 8 in (18.49 m) 58 ft. 7 in (17.86 m) 51 ft. 10 in (15.81 m) 40 ft. 10.5 in (12.459 m) Interior Cabin Width 20 ft. 4 in (6.2 m) 19 ft. 9 in (6.02 m) 18 ft. 6 in (5.64 m) 12 ft. 4 in (3.7592 m) BASIC DIMENSIONS Note: Interior arrangement of S2-ADK has shown in figure. 80 Nov - Dec 2013