Seed the Sound with Sitali Siyolwe Huda Asfour 2011

Huda Asfour

Huda Asfour is a Palestinian oud and kanoun player, born in 1982 in Lebanon and raised in Tunisia and Gaza. Huda is currently a doctoral student at the George Washington University School of Engineering and Applied Sciences in Washington, D.C.

She has performed in Palestine, Lebanon, Egypt, and the D.C. metropolitan area. Huda reflects her journey as a Palestinian in her music while exploring different genres and styles.

Sitali Siyolwe

Sitali Siyolwe– singer, songwriter, and guitarist– spent his childhood crisscrossing the globe with stops in Egypt, Russia and England. At the age of 13, Sitali had his first recording session with veteran producer Glynn Johns of Led Zeppelin and Rolling Stones fame.

After stints in New York and Seattle, Sitali settled in Washington DC, where he formed the band christened with his name in 2005. Their latest release

About Huda TV

There are many satellite channels available to viewers around the world, but one in particular stands out in terms of quality programming, decency and commitment to the message of Islam. Huda has a team of hard-working people from all over the world. These people have vast knowledge in different aspects of life and Islamic practice and perceptions. The Muslim world is not confined to one particular area of the earth; there are now Muslims in every corner of the globe.

Life After Ramadan

Written by Sh. 'Abdul Muhsin Ibn Muhammad al-Qâsim

All praise is due to Allaah. We thank Him, we seek for His help and forgiveness. We also seek His refuge against the evils of our souls and that of our deeds. Whoever Allaah guides.

Eid Etiquette and Rulings for Muslims

Written by Muhammad Salih al-Munajjid

Praise be to Allaah, Lord of the Worlds, and peace and blessings be upon our Prophet Muhammad and upon all

End of Ramadan and Eid Al-Fitr Islamic Holiday

Written by Barbara Trejo

The end of Ramadan is marked by all Muslims going to Morning Prayer services and then the Islamic Holiday Eid Al-Fitr begins.

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Ganesh Chaturthi is one of the most popular of Hindu festivals 2011

LUDHIANA: This Ganesh Chaturthi the city would have something to trumpet about -- a 90 ft tall idol of Lord Ganesha, which has been in the making for the past two years. And it will be a gift to the city by Rajesh Rudra, a resident of Model Town and an ardent devotee of Lord Shiva. With the pedestal the idol stands 100 ft tall and is one of the tallest in the country.

Rudra, who owns a chain of schools in the city, had specially brought 10 artists from Orissa for the construction of the idol that is now all set for its pran pratishtha on Thursday on the eve of Ganesh Chaturthi. "I have spent Rs 25 lakh on the idol and am quite excited now that finishing touches are being given to it," he said.

Owing to his devotion and love for the deity Rudra, who in the daytime is busy in his schools' activities, spends his time in the evening sitting and watching the idol being made on National Highway No 1 outside his school. There are many more who stop by to watch it being made, as it is visible to all passers by even from a long distance because of its height and size.
Recollecting the time when he dreamt of getting such a huge idol made, Rudra said he was not such an ardent devotee of Lord Ganesha earlier and it was only on June 20, 1998, that he underwent a supernatural experience that brought him very close to the deity.

Rajesh Rudra said: "I was in Delhi and was really feeling exhausted as the project of my school had gone into a limbo because of certain hurdles and was virtually in a mindset where I could even have committed suicide. In the morning at around 4 I saw Ganesha. I was seated near his feet with my head on his thigh. I gained consciousness only when I received a call from my wife, who was also worried about me."

He said after this experience he felt very light, all his work got done and he decided about getting a big Ganesha idol made. "I did not have the resources at that time, but now I am quite comfortable and thus I did not delay it any further," he added.

Located at Lalbaug market, Lalbaugcha Raja is one of the oldest sarvajanik (public) Ganesh festivals of Mumbai established in 1934.

During the pre-Independence era, the festival was used as a platform by the prominent leaders to generate opinion against the British empire.

Lalbaugcha Raja is truly a King in all respects and it pays to seek his audience.

A mere glance of the deity which is labeled as mukh darshantakes about two-and-a-half-hours wait in the queue during weekdays and eight to nine hours during weekends.

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Bodyguard is a beautiful love story Bollywood Movie Salman Khan Kareena Kapoor 2011

Yes, Bodyguard is a remake but it's very different as far as characters are concerned. The only character that the director has retained is that of Bebo's. A lot has changed. The whole feel of the movie is altered. I had heard of the Bodyguard script

Any actor who thinks he is a sex symbol has got a serious problem. He's the Bandra lad whose good looks and deadpan delivery has made him one of Indian Film Industry's biggest and the most bankable star at the box office. Then there are those who take Salman seriously and those who don't. The truth is that he does the same - he takes you in for a ride or he leaves you midway stranded. Then there is his illness and the entire country praying for him. The truth is that he doesn't care and in his trademark style quotes, "I'm alright. I'm fine. It's just that I had some short circuit in my head". That's when you start to respect the man for not being a star but Salman Khan. He still has the noticeable 'bhai' burr and a slight roughness around the edges but everything else about him screams 'superstar'. I meet the actor at Mehboob studio just hours before he was supposed to travel to the U.S. for his treatment. With his black polo neck t-shirt with 'Bodyguard' printed on it and his favourite denim and black boots, Khan looked as if he cared the least about who is on the other side interviewing him. I come to know that because he stared at me with unnerving focus, and after a brief pause he smiles but doesn't make an eye contact with you. He then gets up, lights his cigarette, chats with few of his friends who've accompanied him at Mehboob while his bodyguards make sure that no stranger enters his domain. All said but beneath the shiny varnish of his fame and wealth and super power status, there is something appealing about Salman's belief that he could just as easily have turned out doing something altogether more normal. There goes his humour again, "I still haven't figured that out because I'm just normal". UK's Harrow Observer columnist and Bollywood Hungama's London correspondent brings you a quick Q n A with Salman Khan on pain, gain and Bodyguard.

"My earlier two films with Kareena didn't work so hope this time the chemistry changes"
I don't know how my chemistry with Kareena is. Actually she can tell you much better (laughs). But honestly, we've worked together on two films earlier Kyun Ki and Main Aur Mrs Khanna

"I had heard of the Bodyguard script when the film was in the making down South"
Yes, Bodyguard is a remake but it's very different as far as characters are concerned. The only character that the director has retained is that of Bebo's. A lot has changed. The whole feel of the movie is altered. I had heard of the Bodyguard script when the film was in the making down South. Atul narrated me the story and he wanted to take the rights.

"Bodyguard is a beautiful love story that I'm doing after a lot of action films that have kept me busy"
I don't believe that I am doing all the same kinds of movies. Wanted was different than Dabangg. Dabangg was different from Ready and so is Bodyguard different from all the ones I've mentioned. It's just that because the action is the same, people think that I do similar roles but it's not the truth. Bodyguard is a beautiful love story that I'm doing after a lot of action films that have kept me busy.

"Kareena has been promoting the film as this is my best love story since Hum Dil De Chuke Sanam"
Kareena has been promoting the film as this is my best love story since Hum Dil De Chuke Sanam. I'm surprised (laughs). I can't comment on that because it's her take. It's a compliment but I think this is way different than that. Kareena is one of the best actresses I've worked with. I've also enjoyed working with her sister Lolo who is a dear friend too.

"I like doing movies that I like to watch as an audience"
I like doing movies that I like to watch as an audience. I will never do a movie that someone else liked it and recommended me. The audience's reaction is all what matters to me. That's my award. Bodyguard was originally from the South but because I thought that I'd like to see this film from an audience's perspective. I always do and I will keep on doing just that.

"I've not asked Shera for any feedback on how I should do my role"
My character of Bodyguard was scripted and not researched. So why would I want Shera to inform me how to look and how to act. Tomorrow if I do a film called 'Driver' I will never ask my driver for tips. I follow scripts and that's it. If the director wishes to change anything then we talk it out and I give my inputs sometime. Like the idea of the bodyguard wearing a Bluetooth was mine. That's how today bodyguards look like, right?

"I'd like to believe that songs are the highlight of this movie too"
The songs are becoming a rage, especially the title track that people are dancing on. Kids too love the song. Then there is 'Teri Meri' that's a beautiful rendition. That's one of my favourites too. Yes, I'd like to believe that songs are the highlight of this movie too.

"I am perfectly fine. It's just that I had a short circuit in my nerve"
If I wasn't fine I wouldn't have been giving you this interview. Yes, I am going to get this treated and by that time my film would've released. I am that didn't do well at the box office. So hope the chemistry changes this time around (smiles). taking precautions and will soon get it cured, don't worry. No pain no gain as they say.

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Eid Mubarak SMS Mobile Funny sms Jokes 2011

EID MUBARAK
Eid Mubarak SMS;

Eid Mubarak
This comes to your way with
Warmest Thoughts and Happy Wishes too...
to hope your Eid Day will be
as Wonderful as you

May Allah fill your
Heart with Joy and your Home
with Good Cheer
Today and Always

Wishing you an EID that brings
with it the love and protection of Allah
to stay... always
Eid Mubarak

May Allah Accept your Good Deeds.
Forgive our Sins and ease the suffering of the
Muslims around the world
Eid Mubarak

May you get all Happiness and
Prosperity on this day of Qurbani
Eid Mubarak

I wish you a very Happy and Peaceful Eid.
May Allah accept your Good Deeds,
Forgive your Transgressions and
ease the suffering of all
People around the Globe
Wish you a Happy Eid

Heartfelt Wishes to You and your Family
On this Happy EID Festival

May Allah give you reward
For your prayers in this Holy Month
Eid Mubarak

May the Blessings of Allah Shine
on you Always
Happy EID

<(Mobile Funny sms Jokes)>

EID MUBARAK

May the guidance and blessing of ALLAH

be with you and your family.

Sending you Eid Wishes

May beautiful flowers keep you in a smiling

frame of Happiness on Eid Day…

—–

wishing you a very very

“Happy Eid Mubarak”

With love and best wishes.

May this Eid Day brings lots of happiness and joys in your life.

—–

E I D M U B A R A K

“Wishing you and your loved ones a blessed Eid!”

—–

Eid-ul-Fitar is upon us, Once again doors open to everyone,

while perfume fills the air a time to see the ones, we haven’t seen for a

Accomplishments are shared being generous to the ones that need it

having patience to withstand what life brings

Wish you a blessed Eid

—–

May this festival showers you with love, peace, goodness warmth and blessings of ALLAH

EID MUBARAK

—–

May the blessings

of Allah keep

your heart & home

happy & joyous!

Eid Mubarak!

—–

Eid Mubarak

May all happiness belongs to you.

Be happy in your whole life.

Happy Eid Day!

—–

Eid Mubarak

I will be with you till the end of time

or end of my life, whichever comes first.

—–

EID MUBARAK

Its more than just an Eid wish,

more than a message too.

For it comes with warm and loving thoughts

because it’s meant for YOU.

—–

May the choicest blessing of Allah

fill your life with peace!

joy and prosperity!

EID MUBARAK

—–

You are a blessing to the world & on this auspicious

Eid ul-Fitr

I pray or we pray may ALLAH’S blessing fill your heart

and home with happiness & peace.

Let’s celebrate the Eid in the Spirit of togetherness.

—–

God Bless You

On Eid Day

God gives us

special people to love

and special times

to let them know

how much we do…

—–

Your friendship is a blessing to me…

And on this auspicious Eid ul-Fitr,

I pray…

May Allah’s

blessing fill your heart and home

with happiness and peace…

Today and always!

Eid Mubarak…

—–

May this holy occasion

bring forth peace and happiness to your heart and home.

Warm Wishes On

Eid Ul Fitr

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U.S. Open 2011 Schedule For Monday Final Grand Slam Gets Underway 2011

The news that two-time defending champion Kim Clijsters would not be able to participate in the 2011 U.S. Open due to an abdominal injury surely brought sighs of relief throughout the women's bracket. Clijsters has won 21 consecutive matches in Flushing.

Then again, with Serena Williams again approaching her prime form, it's not like it's the field is totally wide open. After missing the 2010 Open, Serena appears to have regained her hard court form, looking healthy for perhaps the first time in 18 months. Another potential champ is 2006 winner Maria Sharapova, who has seen her play fluctuate for much of the season, but is more than capable, especially considering her recent win in Ohio.

Three other names to watch for are former U.S. Open and Wimbledon runner-up Vera Zvonareva, Victoria Azarenka (who just won in Miami on the hard court and could play Serena in the third round) and 2011 Wimbledon champion Petra Kvitova, who may be ready to assert herself as a legitimate top three player.

Welcome back, Serena. Despite being seeded 28th, Williams appears to have overcome the foot injury and blood clot that caused her to miss 18 months of action. Her serve is once again consistent and powerful, her forehand is nearly unstoppable and her fitness is vastly improved. Poised to regain her status as the premier player in the women's game, she has already won tournaments on the hard court twice this summer, including a recent victory in Montreal. The three-time U.S. Open champ should have smooth sailing deep into the tournament with the exception of Victoria Azarenka.

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NTPC Ltd Scholarships for Engineering Students Last Date 12th September 2011

NEW DELHI: The Coal Ministry today informed Parliament that state-run power major NTPC and aluminium company NALCO were not supplied the full quantity of coal they contracted from state-run Coal India during the April-June, 2011 period.

"CIL has reported that during April-July, 2011, dispatches to NALCO's captive power plant... were 1.828 million tonnes (MT) against the pro-rata Annual Contract Quantity (ACQ) of 1.91 MT," Minister of State for Coal Pratik Prakashbapu Patil said in a written reply to a question in the Rajya Sabha.

"Dispatches to NTPC power stations were 36.622 MT, as against the pro-rata ACQ of 50.126 MT," Patil said.

The Coal Ministry had earlier ruled out any shortfalls in coal supply to power stations.

The minister also said that the coal stock with the power stations increased by 14 per cent to 13 million tonnes (MT) in July this year from 11.5 MT in the same month last year.

"The coal stock with power stations has increased from 11.517 million tonnes at the end of July, 2010, to 13.164 million tonnes at the end of July, 2011," Patil said.

For the current fiscal, the minister said, Coal India Ltd (CIL) has offered to supply 447 MT of coal to power utilities, subject to the availability of wagons from the Railways.

Earlier, the ministry had said CIL -- which accounts for more than 80 per cent of domestic coal production -- has been dispatching coal as per the targets fixed in its annual supply plan.

During the last three years, dispatches to power utilities amounted to 102 per cent, 96 per cent and 91 per cent, respectively, of targets, the Coal Ministry had said.
ELIGIBILITY

Students belonging to SC/ST/Physically Challenged categories (Visually Handicapped/ Hearing Handicapped/ Orthopaedically Handicapped) and pursuing 4 years full time degree course in Engineering in the disciplines of Electrical, Instrumentation, Mechanical, Computer Science, Electronics / Telecommunication from a college/ university/ institute recognized by the Govt. of India and should be in the 3rd Year in the session 2011-2012. Those who have successfully completed the 1st year degree course in 2010 & 2nd year in 2011 in the first attempt – only need apply. They should not be receiving any financial aid or assistance from any source.

SCHOLARSHIP AMOUNT
The scholarship is admissible from the second year of study till the final year subject to the condition that the student meets the minimum qualifying criterion for success in each year. The amount of scholarship is Rs.1500/- P.M. Total 35scholarships will be granted (20 SC, 10 ST and 05 PC).

The power project slated to come up at a remote backward region, Adra at Manpura village in Purulia district of West Bengal, was first announced by Mamata Banerjee at her Railway Budget speech for 2009-10 following which a memorandum of understanding was signed between the two parties in October 2010.

It is not likely to face any delay due to land acquisition as Indian Railways is already in possession of all the land required for it.

“The total land requirement for the project is about 1,000 acre. Land required for the main plant including ash pond is about 970 acre and for colony about 30 acre. As land for the project is already in the possession of the Ministry of Railways, there will be no displacement and hence no issues related to resettlement and rehabilitation,” said the report prepared for environmental clearance for the project.

“Land shall be acquired as per rules of West Bengal state government and suitable compensation/R&R measures shall be provided as per state government norms,” it said.

The JV partners are required to acquire only 155 acres for laying water pipeline.

The public Hearing for the project is scheduled to be held on September 6. The power project would be coal-based for which application for coal linkage to the plant has been submitted to the coal ministry.

"Approximately 7.42 million tonnes of coal per annum would be required for the proposed plant. Maximum of about 900 tonne per hour will be required to operate the proposed plant,” the report available with DNA said.

NTPC, which holds the majority 74% stake in Bharatiya Rail Bijlee, formed the joint venture in 2007 with Indian Railways, having the balance 26%, to generate power exclusively for running the large network of Electric Multiple Unit coaches in the country.

“Indian Railway avails power for traction supply for feeding electrical supply for running trains on electrified routes from distribution companies, power companies and state electricity boards. Its annual consumption of electricity for traction use at present is 13 billion units and average purchase cost is Rs4.46/kWh,” the report said.

Bharatiya Rail Bijlee is currently executing another project of 1000mw capacity at Nabinagar in Bihar at an investment of Rs5,352 crore.

The work on the project, conceived way back in 2002 during Lalu Prasad Yadav’s tenure as the railway minister, had suffered inordinate delays primarily because of the nature of the joint venture.

Following series of meetings, the railways and NTPC agreed upon the specifics including the beneficiaries of the project and equity stake each partner will own. The Railway department has now accepted that out of total power generated, 10% would be earmarked to other users to be identified by NTPC.

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Central Railway Station Chennai Now and Then Classic Photography 2011

Central Railway Station, Chennai – Now and Then – Classic Photography

Central Railway Station, Chennai - Now and Then - Classic Photography

Both the Central and Western Railway services were affected by the heavy downpour, as tracks were submerged under water in many areas. Central Railway suspended operations on both the main and harbour lines for a few hours, while Western Railway
The most water-logged railway stations were Sion, Kurla, Chunabhatti and Kalyan. Thane was cut off from Mumbai for nearly four hours, from 6.30am to 10.30am. The Central Railway cancelled 630 of 1573 services. When services resumed, trains were running

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ICAR scientists to work with Andhra Farmers 2011

I-CAR, the Inter-Industry Conference on Auto Collision Repair, in collaboration with the General Motors Corvette team has announced that it will offer a three and a half day hands-on Chevrolet Corvette ZR1 training course beginning September 13 and running through September 30, with additional dates being added in October and November. The training will be held at the I-CAR Tech Centre in Appleton, Wisconsin. Jason Bartanen, I-CAR Technical Director said, “Vehicle makers are continually looking for ways to lighten vehicle structures and there is a strong likelihood that the industry will see more aluminum-intensive vehicles. The I-CAR Corvette ZR1 course offers a tremendous opportunity for repairers to receive a premier training experience, as well as earn credit toward the I-CAR Platinum Individual® designation.” This unique opportunity will provide individuals with the same world class training that Corvette ZR1 certified collision repair technicians receive and is open to the general public on a first-come, first-served basis. The Corvette ZR1 training will allow individuals to enhance their knowledge and skills in aluminum vehicle repair through performing hands-on welding and riveting repairs on Corvette ZR1 space frames. Individuals will also be able to perform sectioning activities, following General Motors repair procedures. A recent student from the Corvette ZR1 course stated, “When I started the class, I knew nothing about aluminum welding. I now know how to confidently weld aluminum and section frames. This is one of the most informative courses that I have ever attended,” the student continued, “With the hands-on training and excellent guidance from the instructors, I would not have a second thought about sectioning or replacing a frame rail on a Corvette. Recognizing Business Achievements The I-CAR Gold Class Professionals® designation is among the highest recognitions for training available to businesses in the collision repair inter-industry and is designed to help the collision industry meet its changing needs. Businesses who have earned this designation not only achieve a high level of training for each employee, but also maintain annual training to provide their customers with efficient, safe, and high-quality services. Be Recognized as an I-CAR Gold Class Professionals® Business For a collision repair business to qualify for the I-CAR Gold Class Professionals® designation, it must declare a minimum of one I-CAR Platinum Individual® as a Role Representative in each of the following four roles: Please Note- An employee may represent more than one role; however training will be required for each role they have declared. Role Representative designation may be completed online within the I-CAR Training Manager tool. Access the I-CAR Training Manager Guide for assistance. I-CAR Customer Care Representatives are available to answer your questions Monday through Friday from 7:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. CST. Call 800.422.7872, All other employees who have not been declared as Role Representatives will only be required to complete a minimum of two points of role-relevant training for their declared role in order to qualify; this training must be completed within a 12 month time-frame of the business applying for its designation. Click here to learn more about the I-CAR Gold Class Professionals® requirements for a collision repair business. Insurers and Other Businesses Insurer or non-collision repair businesses can continue to qualify for the I-CAR Gold Class Professionals® designation under the former “5&2” rule through December, 2011. Information about a new program tailored specifically for businesses not directly involved with the physical repair will be available in the future. Like the program for collision repairers, it will recognize professional development training relevant to the declared role, therefore it is suggested that any new training taken be within the role-specific menu of courses.

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