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Friday December 27, 2019 13 ENTERTAINMENT T iger Shroff is one of the most dynamic young stars, a perfect action star with a combination of athleti- cism and solid on-screen presence. The actor is cur- rently shooting in Serbia for Baaghi 3 and keeps sharing BTS glimpses for his followers. In a recent list of Star rankings, Tiger Shroff was ranked at 5th Position higher than his contemporaries and versatile like Varun Dhawan and Ranveer Singh. In every movie he's in, Tiger is striving to be the most dom- inant person on screen, even when it is a two-hero movie like War, where his acting and action broke all records and made him the youngest star of his league to enter the 300 crore club. Tiger pushes boundaries and experiments with his roles in a way most actors don't. He seems larger than life in both his charisma and razor focus. Tiger will next be seen in Ahmed Khan directorial, Baaghi 3 opposite Shraddha Kapoor, produced by Sajid Nadiadwala under his banner Nadiadwala Grandson Entertainment which is slated to release on 6th March 2020. G racing yet another prestigious list Deepika Padukone is the only Indian actress who tops it and for spreading men- tal health awareness she has won the 26th Annual Crystal Award. An internationally acclaimed actor, fashion icon and men- tal health ambassador, Deepika Padukone stands tall in this list. Talking about the importance of mental health awareness Deepika Padukone shares, "With more than 300 million people suffering with the illness, depression is the leading cause of ill health and disability in the world today and a major contributor to the over- all global burden of disease. It is therefore increasingly clear that, now more than ever before, we need to aggressively address what is an invisible and overlooked health and social burden. I am hum- bled and deeply honoured to be chosen for this year's Crystal Award and dedicate the award to the millions around the world who experience stress, anxiety and depression, and other forms of mental illness,`. Deepika Padukone runs The Live Love Laugh Foundation (TLLLF) since June 2015. The foundation's programs and initia- tives include nationwide public awareness and destigmatization campaigns, adolescent mental health programs, funding support for treatment in rural communities, training general physicians in common mental health disorders, research and an annual lecture series featuring the world's foremost thinkers and achievers. On the work front, the actress will be next seen in Meghna Gulzar's 'Chhapaak', a film based on the life of acid attack survivor Laxmi Agarwal. Deepika Padukone won the 26th Annual Crystal Award for raising mental health awareness Tiger Shroff holds 5th position in the star rankings, high above his contemporaries APSARA AUDI-1: 1. DABANGG 3 - 09:45 AM, 12:45 PM., 03:45 PM., 06.45 PM APSARA AUDI-2: 1. PATI PATNI AUR WOH - 09.15 AM, 12:30 PM, 03:30 PM, 06:30 PM. HARI THEATRE: MARJAVAAN - 9.45 AM, 12.30 PM, 3.30 PM, 6.30 PM. INDIRA AUDI-I: 1. 3D JUMANJI- THE (HIN) - 9.00 AM, 2. 3D (H) STAR WARS: THE RISE OF SKYWALKER - 11.20 AM, 3. DABANGG 3 (HIN) - 1.55 PM, 4. DABANGG 3 (HIN)- 4.50 PM, 5. PATI PATNI AUR WOH (HIN) - 7.50 PM, 6. MARDAANI 2 (HIN) - 10.15 PM. INDIRA AUDI-II: 1. DABANGG 3 (HIN)- 9.15 AM, 12.25 PM, 3.35 PM, 6.45 PM, 9.55 PM PLATINUM CINEMAS AUDI-1: 1. STAR WARS 3D (HIN) - 9.30 AM, 2. PATI PATNI AUR WOH - 12.05 PM, 3. JUMAN JI 3D (HIN) - 2.20 PM, 4. DABANGG 3 (HIN) - 4.40 PM, 5. DABANGG 3 (HIN) - 7.40 PM, 6. DABANGG 3 (HIN) - 10.30 PM. PLATINUM CINEMAS AUDI-2 : 1. PATI PATNI AUR WOH- 10:00 AM, 2. 3D (HIN) JUMAN JI - 12:30 PM, 3. PATI PATNI AUR WOH - 3:00 PM, 4. JUMAN JI 3D (HIN) - 5:30 PM, 5. MARDANI 2 (HIN) - 8:00 PM, 6. JUMAN JI 3D (ENG)- 10.00 P.M. PLATINUM CINEMAS AUDI -3: 1. DABANG 3 (HIN) - 09.55 AM, 12.40 PM, 3.30 PM, 6.30 PM, 09.30 PM. WAVE CINEMA-1. 1. DABANGG 3 (U/A) - 9.00 AM, 12.15 PM, 3.30 PM, 6.45 PM, 10.00 PM. WAVE CINEMA-2. 1. DABANGG 3 (U/A) - 9.30 AM, 12.45 PM, 4.00 PM, 7.15 PM, 10.30 PM. WAVE CINEMA-3: 1. MARDAANI 2 (U/A) - 10.00 AM, 2. STAR WARS RISE OF SKYWALKER - 3D- HIN (U/A) - 12.10 PM, MARDAANI 2 (U/A) - 3.00 PM, PATI PATNI AUR WOH (U/A) - 5.10 PM, JUMANJI - THE NEXT LEVEL - 3D- HINDI (U/A) - 7.45 PM, STAR WARS: THE RISE OF SKYWALKER - 3D - ENG (U/A) - 10.20 PM. PVR KC (JAMMU) DABANGG -3 - 9.00 AM, 10.00 AM, 12.30 PM, 1.30 PM, 4.00 PM, 7.30 PM, 10.10 PM, 11.00 PM. PATI PATNI AUR WOH - 2.00 PM (3D) JUMANJI 2: THE NEXT LEVEL (HINDI) - 4.50 PM (3D) STAR WARS: THE RISE OF SKYWALKER - 7.35 PM Amitabh and Ayushmann's 'Gulabo - Sitabo' gets the new release date! A mitabh Bachchan and Ayushmann Khurrana, two Bollywood gems are soon going to be seen together in ace director Shoojit Sircar's upcoming comedy- drama film 'Gulabo-Sitabo'. Fans of both the stars are eager- ly waiting for the film thanks to Amitabh's look that has managed to create a lot of excitement among the fans. If you too are eagerly waiting to see the film then we have a new piece of news for you which you might not like at all, but the truth mostly tastes bitter. So the film has been post- poned, it was earlier scheduled to be released on February 28th, 2020 but now it will be hitting the screens on April 17th, 2020. Gulabo - Sitabo's production company Rising Sun Films announced the news. Both Ayushmann Khurrana and Amitabh Bachchan are working with Shoojit Sircar for the second time in 'Gulabo - Sitabo'. Ayushmann has worked with him in 'Vicky Donor' and Amitabh in 'Piku' for which he received the National Film Award for Best Actor for his role. Along with Ayushmann and Amitabh, the film also stars Nalneesh Neel and Tina Bhatia in important roles. Produced by Ronnie Lahiri and Sheel Kumar, Gulano - Sitabo film will be releasing in theaters on April 17th, 2020. General Knowledge Question Answers -Answers: 1. Godavari 2. 35 3. north of the Equator 4. the Palghat gap 5. I, II and IV 6. Hazaribag and Singbhum of Bihar 7. I, II and III 8. Brahmaputra 9. Chenab 10. Southern zone 11. 2.4 12. I, II, III and IV Q.1 The Paithan (Jayakwadi) Hydro-electric project, completed with the help of Japan, is on the river. (A) Ganga (B) Cauvery (C Godavari (D) Narmada Q.2 The percentage of irrigated land in India is about. (A) 45 (B) 65 (C) 35 (D) 25 Q.3 The southernmost point of peninsular India, that is, Kanyakumari, is (A) north of Tropic of Cancer (B) south of the Equator (C) south of the Capricorn (D) north of the Equator Q.4 The pass located at the southern end of the Nilgiri Hills in south India is called (A) the Palghat gap (B) the Bhorghat pass (C) the Thalgat pass (D) the Bolan pass 5. Which of the following factors are responsible for the rapid growth of sugar production in south India as compared to north India? I.Higher per acre field of sugarcane II.Higher sucrose content of sugarcane III.Lower labour cost IV.Longer crushing period (A) I and II (B) I, II and III (C) I, III and IV (D) I, II and IV 6.The principal copper deposits of India lie in which of the following places? (A) Hazaribag and Singbhum of Bihar (B) Khetri and Daribo areas of Rajasthan (C) Anantapur in Andhra Pradesh (D) Siwaliks in Uttar Pradesh and in Karnataka 7.Which of the following are true regarding Jhum cultivation in India? I.It is largely practiced in Assam II.It is referred to as 'slash and burn' technique III.In it, the fertility is exhausted in a few years (A) I, II and III (B) II and III (C) I and II (D) I and III 8.The Yarlung Zangbo River, in India, is known as (A) Ganga (B) Indus (C) Brahmaputra (D) Mahanadi 9.The Salal Project is on the river (A) Chenab (B) Jhelum (C) Ravi (D) Sutlej Q.10 The only zone in the country that produces gold is also rich in iron is (A) North-eastern zone (B) North-western zone (C) Southern zone (D) None of the above Q.11 The percentage of earth surface covered by India is (A) 2.4 (B) 3.4 (C) 4.4 (D) 5.4 Q.12 Which of the following is/are the major fac- tor/factors responsible for the monsoon type of cli- mate in India? I.Location II.Thermal contrast III.Upper air circulation IVInter-tropical convergence zone (A) I (B) II, III (C) II, III and IV (D) I, II, III and IV ASTRO SPEAK Ideas for creative projects may be flooding your mind, but they may be too general or vague to grasp. Make a list if you like, but don't feel you have to start anything today. You may need a few days to let the ideas churn around before settling on the best one to start. Be patient. Have you been getting strange vibes from some- one close to you? Chances are this person isn't upset with you. He or she may be worried about upcoming changes in the professional environ- ment. All signs are that these worries are ground- less. Offer to take your friend out to lunch and just listen. You'll be able to lighten the load and provide some much-needed perspective. MAR 21 - APR 20 ARIES APR 21 - MAY 20 TAURUS A current or potential love partner may drop out of sight and not return your calls. You could panic, wondering if your friend has lost interest. Don't jump to conclusions. Your part- ner may be involved in other matters. Remember the old saying, "If you love some- thing, let it go." If you cling, it was never yours in the first place. A gathering of psychics, artists, and spiritually oriented people could take place in your home today. This may be a fascinating and stimulat- ing meeting, but there may be someone who likes to stir controversy and debate. Be aware of this possibility and short-circuit it if you can or this promising encounter could end with bat- tered egos and bruised feelings. MAY 21 - JUN 20 GEMINI JUN 22 - JUL 23 CANCER A class you've wanted to take may open up, and you'll want to register right away. You might have a few difficulties. If you try to sign up by phone, the line may be busy. If you enroll online, the web- site might crash. Don't get discouraged and give up. These are only temporary delays. You won't want to miss the class. Keep trying! JUL 24 - AUG 23 LEO Do you have a lot of money in investments? Even if you have only a savings account or home equity, you could be a bit disconcerted when the stock market takes a nosedive. A lot is going on behind the scenes that the general public doesn't know. The situation is temporary. The market should be back to normal before too long. AUG 24 - SEP 23 VIRGO A love partner may seem distracted. Don't jump to the conclusion that your friend has found someone else. The problem is more likely to cen- ter on obstacles that your partner has encoun- tered in achieving a cherished goal. When your friend decides to share this with you, you might be able to shed some light on the situation. Equipment could give you trouble today. You're probably good at working with it, but when it comes to troubleshooting, you might not know as much as you should. Don't make yourself crazy worrying about it. Get a friend or col- league to assist you, or better yet, call a profes- sional. You'll feel more confident and get a lot more done. SEP 24 - OCT 22 LIBRA OCT 23 - NOV 22 SCORPIO A friend's lack of communication and perhaps even shortness with you could bring up your insecurities and have you wondering if this per- son still cares about you. Don't worry. Your friend is upset, but not about you. He or she may be too caught up in difficulties to realize the problem. Hang in there and you'll be in touch again when they're ready. A member of your group may have gone away without telling anyone where he or she was going. This could be worrisome for the rest of you, but don't fret. Your friend is probably OK, but may just need to do some thinking alone. You have to accept that you won't hear from this person today. Have faith and don't worry. NOV 23 - DEC 22 SAGITTARIUS DEC 23 - JUL 20 CAPRICORN A strange, unexpected call or email could puzzle you. You may not know the caller, the information might not make sense, or it might bring news that doesn't feel right. Whatever you hear may be exaggerated if not false. If it's important to you, check out the facts before jumping to conclusions and before passing it on to others. JAN 21 - FEB 23 AQUARIUS Is your financial situation confusing? Are you start- ing to panic about it? You may be getting worked up over nothing. Get all your paperwork together, focus on the facts, and see what's really happening. Once you consult the actual figures and go over them a few times, you should find that you can handle the situation. FEB 20 - MAR 20 PISCES Delicious snacks to manage diabetes in winters W inters are here and we are all set with lay- ers of wool to keep warm. While accommo- dating seasonal activities in pour routine, it is essential to make those changes to our diet as well. Winters bring with them a lot of food items and vegetables that have high health benefits. There are a number of seasonal fruits and vegetables that we only come across in this season. Some of these treats are a host of benefits that can manage a number of health conditions like diabetes and hypertension. In India, millions of people are living with Diabetes to this date, it has become a common issue today. It is essential to pay attention to the health and nutrition when you have Diabetes. It is advised that diabetics should split their meals into multiple small meals and ensure that they eat nutritious while avoiding added sugars, refined food and processed junk. Roasted chana Chana, or chickpeas are rich in plant-based pro- teins and loaded with fibres. Fibres are known to induce a sense of repleteness, if you feel full then you will refrain from binging on other snacks. It has all the properties that will support blood sugar control. Beetroot salad Beetroot is another winter item that we love so much. They have exceptional nutritional value as beetroot contains folic acid, fibres, manganese and potassium, with other vitamins. The salad is a nutri- tious mix of beetroot, broccoli, walnuts, apples, cel- ery and roasted papad. It makes for a healthy evening snack, just don’t add sugar. Shakarkandi chaat Sweet potato or Shakarkandi can prove to be won- derful for managing your blood sugar. They come in a variety of sizes and colors, and are rich in vitamins, minerals, antioxidants, and fiber. All you need to do is boil them, cut into pieces and add lemon juice for a delicious sour taste. Srinkle chat masala and your Shakarkandi chaat is ready. Nuts Nuts are healthy and an intrinsic part of winter preparations in India. They are used in desserts such as gajar ka halwa and atta laddoo. These nuts are beneficial for you so use them to make your own nutty trail mix. A bit of almonds, flax, chia, pumpkin seeds, sunflower seeds, prunes and put them in a jar. Indulge in them when hunger pangs strike. Carrot sticks and hummus Carrots are known to lower blood cholesterol and reduce the risk of cancer. Packed with good fibres, they are low in carbs and calories too. Peel the juicy carrots, cut them, dip them in hummus (which is dip made from chickpeas), and eat the crunchy, juicy carrot sticks. F ruits are packed with vitamins, minerals and all the essential nutrients that can ensure clear, beautiful and glowing skin, say experts. “Do-it-yourself (DIY) fruit facials are not only cost-effective, but can also save your skin from the side effects of store-bought products that contain preservatives. Fruit masks provide intensive treatments that work quickly. You can apply these masks for 15-20 minutes and reap the benefits almost immediately. Banana and honey face mask: Mash one banana in a bowl. Add a tablespoon of honey and a little lemon juice to it. Apply it even- ly on your face and keep it for 15-20 minutes. Wash your face with luke- warm water. It works wonders for oily skin. Bananas are great for your skin, as they contain essential vitamins and nutrients that can calm inflamed skin and reduce acne outbreaks. Papaya and egg white to tighten your skin Mash half a cup of ripe papaya pieces. In a separate bowl, whisk one egg white. Mix the two and apply even- ly on your face. Rinse it after 15 min- utes. Use once a week to help tighten the skin. Papaya is good for your skin, as it is a rich source of vitamins A and C. It also contains a special enzyme, called papain, which can help reduce dark spots. Kiwi and banana to reduce fine lines Mash one kiwi and one banana in a bowl. Add one tablespoon of curd to it. Apply it on your face and keep it for 30 minutes and then rinse. It helps reduce fine lines. The anti-inflammatory properties of kiwi work in treating acne as well. Guava face mask to beat the winter woes Grate half a cup of guava and add one tablespoon oatmeal powder and one tablespoon honey to it. Apply it on your face and leave it on for 20 min- utes. Wash it off with cold water. Use it twice a week to solve your skin woes. Guavas are rich in vitamins A and C and its astringent qualities can keep your skin free from blemishes, acne and wrinkles. DIY fruit facials for glowing skin

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Page 1: ENTERTAINMENT December 27, 2019 - State TimesDec 27, 2019  · racing yet another prestigious list Deepika Padukone is the only Indian actress who tops it and for spreading men-tal

Friday December 27, 2019 13ENTERTAINMENT

Tiger Shroff is one of the most dynamic young stars,a perfect action star with a combination of athleti-cism and solid on-screen presence. The actor is cur-

rently shooting in Serbia for Baaghi 3 and keeps sharingBTS glimpses for his followers.

In a recent list of Star rankings, Tiger Shroff was rankedat 5th Position higher than his contemporaries and versatilelike Varun Dhawan and Ranveer Singh.

In every movie he's in, Tiger is striving to be the most dom-inant person on screen, even when it is a two-hero movie likeWar, where his acting and action broke all records and madehim the youngest star of his league to enter the 300 croreclub.

Tiger pushes boundaries and experiments with his roles ina way most actors don't. He seems larger than life in both hischarisma and razor focus.

Tiger will next be seen in Ahmed Khan directorial, Baaghi3 opposite Shraddha Kapoor, produced by Sajid Nadiadwalaunder his banner Nadiadwala Grandson Entertainmentwhich is slated to release on 6th March 2020.

Gracing yet another prestigious list Deepika Padukone isthe only Indian actress who tops it and for spreading men-tal health awareness she has won the 26th Annual Crystal

Award. An internationally acclaimed actor, fashion icon and men-tal health ambassador, Deepika Padukone stands tall in this list.Talking about the importance of mental health awareness DeepikaPadukone shares, "With more than 300 million people sufferingwith the illness, depression is the leading cause of ill health anddisability in the world today and a major contributor to the over-all global burden of disease. It is therefore increasingly clear that,now more than ever before, we need to aggressively address whatis an invisible and overlooked health and social burden. I am hum-bled and deeply honoured to be chosen for this year's CrystalAward and dedicate the award to the millions around the worldwho experience stress, anxiety and depression, and other forms ofmental illness,`.

Deepika Padukone runs The Live Love Laugh Foundation(TLLLF) since June 2015. The foundation's programs and initia-tives include nationwide public awareness and destigmatizationcampaigns, adolescent mental health programs, funding supportfor treatment in rural communities, training general physicians incommon mental health disorders, research and an annual lectureseries featuring the world's foremost thinkers and achievers.

On the work front, the actress will be next seen in MeghnaGulzar's 'Chhapaak', a film based on the life of acid attack survivorLaxmi Agarwal.

Deepika Padukone won the 26thAnnual Crystal Award for raising

mental health awareness

Tiger Shroff holds 5th position in the starrankings, high above his contemporaries

APSARA AUDI-1: 1. DABANGG 3 - 09:45 AM, 12:45 PM., 03:45 PM.,

06.45 PMAPSARA AUDI-2: 1. PATI PATNI AUR WOH - 09.15 AM, 12:30 PM, 03:30

PM, 06:30 PM.HARI THEATRE: MARJAVAAN - 9.45 AM, 12.30 PM, 3.30 PM, 6.30 PM.INDIRA AUDI-I: 1. 3D JUMANJI- THE (HIN) - 9.00 AM, 2. 3D (H)

STAR WARS: THE RISE OF SKYWALKER - 11.20 AM,3. DABANGG 3 (HIN) - 1.55 PM, 4. DABANGG 3 (HIN)-4.50 PM, 5. PATI PATNI AUR WOH (HIN) - 7.50 PM, 6.MARDAANI 2 (HIN) - 10.15 PM.

INDIRA AUDI-II: 1. DABANGG 3 (HIN)- 9.15 AM, 12.25 PM, 3.35 PM,

6.45 PM, 9.55 PM PLATINUM CINEMAS AUDI-1: 1.STAR WARS 3D (HIN) - 9.30 AM, 2. PATI PATNI AURWOH - 12.05 PM, 3. JUMAN JI 3D (HIN) - 2.20 PM, 4.DABANGG 3 (HIN) - 4.40 PM, 5. DABANGG 3 (HIN) -7.40 PM, 6. DABANGG 3 (HIN) - 10.30 PM.

PLATINUM CINEMAS AUDI-2 : 1. PATI PATNI AUR WOH- 10:00 AM, 2. 3D (HIN)

JUMAN JI - 12:30 PM, 3. PATI PATNI AUR WOH - 3:00PM, 4. JUMAN JI 3D (HIN) - 5:30 PM, 5. MARDANI 2(HIN) - 8:00 PM, 6. JUMAN JI 3D (ENG)- 10.00 P.M.

PLATINUM CINEMAS AUDI -3: 1. DABANG 3 (HIN) - 09.55 AM, 12.40 PM, 3.30 PM,

6.30 PM, 09.30 PM.WAVE CINEMA-1.1. DABANGG 3 (U/A) - 9.00 AM, 12.15 PM, 3.30 PM,

6.45 PM, 10.00 PM.WAVE CINEMA-2. 1. DABANGG 3 (U/A) - 9.30 AM, 12.45 PM, 4.00 PM,

7.15 PM, 10.30 PM.WAVE CINEMA-3: 1. MARDAANI 2 (U/A) - 10.00 AM, 2. STAR WARS

RISE OF SKYWALKER - 3D- HIN (U/A) - 12.10 PM,MARDAANI 2 (U/A) - 3.00 PM, PATI PATNI AUR WOH(U/A) - 5.10 PM, JUMANJI - THE NEXT LEVEL - 3D-HINDI (U/A) - 7.45 PM, STAR WARS: THE RISE OFSKYWALKER - 3D - ENG (U/A) - 10.20 PM.

PVR KC (JAMMU)DABANGG -3 - 9.00 AM, 10.00 AM, 12.30 PM, 1.30 PM,

4.00 PM, 7.30 PM, 10.10 PM, 11.00 PM.PATI PATNI AUR WOH - 2.00 PM(3D) JUMANJI 2: THE NEXT LEVEL (HINDI) - 4.50

PM(3D) STAR WARS: THE RISE OF SKYWALKER - 7.35

PM

Amitabh and Ayushmann's 'Gulabo - Sitabo'gets the new release date!

Amitabh Bachchan and Ayushmann Khurrana, twoBollywood gems are soon going to be seen together inace director Shoojit Sircar's upcoming comedy-

drama film 'Gulabo-Sitabo'. Fans of both the stars are eager-ly waiting for the film thanks to Amitabh's look that hasmanaged to create a lot of excitement among the fans.

If you too are eagerly waiting to see the film then we havea new piece of news for you which you might not like at all,but the truth mostly tastes bitter. So the film has been post-poned, it was earlier scheduled to be released on February28th, 2020 but now it will be hitting the screens on April17th, 2020. Gulabo - Sitabo's production company RisingSun Films announced the news. Both Ayushmann Khurranaand Amitabh Bachchan are working with Shoojit Sircar forthe second time in 'Gulabo - Sitabo'. Ayushmann has workedwith him in 'Vicky Donor' and Amitabh in 'Piku' for which hereceived the National Film Award for Best Actor for his role.

Along with Ayushmann and Amitabh, the film also starsNalneesh Neel and Tina Bhatia in important roles. Producedby Ronnie Lahiri and Sheel Kumar, Gulano - Sitabo film will be releasing in theaters on April 17th, 2020.

General Knowledge Question Answers

-AAnswers: 1. Godavari2. 353. north of the Equator4. the Palghat gap

5. I, II and IV6. Hazaribag and Singbhum of Bihar7. I, II and III8. Brahmaputra9. Chenab

10. Southern zone11. 2.412. I, II, III and IV

Q.1 The Paithan (Jayakwadi) Hydro-eelectricproject, completed with the help of Japan, is on theriver.

(A) Ganga (B) Cauvery(C Godavari(D) Narmada

Q.2 The percentage of irrigated land in India isabout.

(A) 45(B) 65(C) 35(D) 25

Q.3 The southernmost point of peninsular India,that is, Kanyakumari, is

(A) north of Tropic of Cancer(B) south of the Equator(C) south of the Capricorn(D) north of the Equator

Q.4 The pass located at the southern end of theNilgiri Hills in south India is called

(A) the Palghat gap(B) the Bhorghat pass(C) the Thalgat pass(D) the Bolan pass

5. Which of the following factors are responsiblefor the rapid growth of sugar production in southIndia as compared to north India?

I.Higher per acre field of sugarcaneII.Higher sucrose content of sugarcaneIII.Lower labour costIV.Longer crushing period

(A) I and II(B) I, II and III(C) I, III and IV(D) I, II and IV

6.The principal copper deposits of India lie inwhich of the following places?

(A) Hazaribag and Singbhum of Bihar(B) Khetri and Daribo areas of Rajasthan(C) Anantapur in Andhra Pradesh(D) Siwaliks in Uttar Pradesh and in Karnataka

7.Which of the following are true regarding Jhumcultivation in India?

I.It is largely practiced in AssamII.It is referred to as 'slash and burn' techniqueIII.In it, the fertility is exhausted in a few years

(A) I, II and III(B) II and III(C) I and II(D) I and III

8.The Yarlung Zangbo River, in India, is knownas

(A) Ganga(B) Indus(C) Brahmaputra(D) Mahanadi

9.The Salal Project is on the river

(A) Chenab(B) Jhelum(C) Ravi(D) Sutlej

Q.10 The only zone in the country that producesgold is also rich in iron is

(A) North-eastern zone(B) North-western zone(C) Southern zone(D) None of the above

Q.11 The percentage of earth surface covered byIndia is

(A) 2.4(B) 3.4(C) 4.4(D) 5.4

Q.12 Which of the following is/are the major fac-tor/factors responsible for the monsoon type of cli-mate in India?

I.LocationII.Thermal contrastIII.Upper air circulationIVInter-tropical convergence zone

(A) I(B) II, III(C) II, III and IV(D) I, II, III and IV

ASTRO SPEAKIdeas for creative projects may be floodingyour mind, but they may be too general orvague to grasp. Make a list if you like, but don'tfeel you have to start anything today. You mayneed a few days to let the ideas churn aroundbefore settling on the best one to start. Bepatient.

Have you been getting strange vibes from some-one close to you? Chances are this person isn'tupset with you. He or she may be worried aboutupcoming changes in the professional environ-ment. All signs are that these worries are ground-less. Offer to take your friend out to lunch andjust listen. You'll be able to lighten the load andprovide some much-needed perspective.

MAR 21 - APR 20

ARIES

APR 21 - MAY 20

TAURUS

A current or potential love partner may dropout of sight and not return your calls. Youcould panic, wondering if your friend has lostinterest. Don't jump to conclusions. Your part-ner may be involved in other matters.Remember the old saying, "If you love some-thing, let it go." If you cling, it was never yoursin the first place.

A gathering of psychics, artists, and spirituallyoriented people could take place in your hometoday. This may be a fascinating and stimulat-ing meeting, but there may be someone wholikes to stir controversy and debate. Be awareof this possibility and short-circuit it if you can orthis promising encounter could end with bat-tered egos and bruised feelings.

MAY 21 - JUN 20

GEMINI

JUN 22 - JUL 23

CANCER

A class you've wanted to take may open up, andyou'll want to register right away. You might havea few difficulties. If you try to sign up by phone,the line may be busy. If you enroll online, the web-site might crash. Don't get discouraged and giveup. These are only temporary delays. You won'twant to miss the class. Keep trying!

JUL 24 - AUG 23

LEO

Do you have a lot of money in investments?Even if you have only a savings account orhome equity, you could be a bit disconcertedwhen the stock market takes a nosedive. A lotis going on behind the scenes that the generalpublic doesn't know. The situation is temporary.The market should be back to normal beforetoo long.AUG 24 - SEP 23

VIRGO

A love partner may seem distracted. Don't jumpto the conclusion that your friend has foundsomeone else. The problem is more likely to cen-ter on obstacles that your partner has encoun-tered in achieving a cherished goal. When yourfriend decides to share this with you, you mightbe able to shed some light on the situation.

Equipment could give you trouble today. You'reprobably good at working with it, but when itcomes to troubleshooting, you might not knowas much as you should. Don't make yourselfcrazy worrying about it. Get a friend or col-league to assist you, or better yet, call a profes-sional. You'll feel more confident and get a lotmore done.

SEP 24 - OCT 22

LIBRA

OCT 23 - NOV 22

SCORPIO

A friend's lack of communication and perhapseven shortness with you could bring up yourinsecurities and have you wondering if this per-son still cares about you. Don't worry. Yourfriend is upset, but not about you. He or shemay be too caught up in difficulties to realize theproblem. Hang in there and you'll be in touchagain when they're ready.

A member of your group may have gone awaywithout telling anyone where he or she wasgoing. This could be worrisome for the rest ofyou, but don't fret. Your friend is probably OK,but may just need to do some thinking alone.You have to accept that you won't hear from thisperson today. Have faith and don't worry.

NOV 23 - DEC 22

SAGITTARIUS

DEC 23 - JUL 20

CAPRICORN

A strange, unexpected call or email could puzzleyou. You may not know the caller, the informationmight not make sense, or it might bring news thatdoesn't feel right. Whatever you hear may beexaggerated if not false. If it's important to you,check out the facts before jumping to conclusionsand before passing it on to others.

JAN 21 - FEB 23

AQUARIUS

Is your financial situation confusing? Are you start-ing to panic about it? You may be getting worked upover nothing. Get all your paperwork together, focuson the facts, and see what's really happening. Onceyou consult the actual figures and go over them afew times, you should find that you can handle thesituation.

FEB 20 - MAR 20

PISCES

Delicious snacks to manage diabetes in winters

Winters are here and we are all set with lay-ers of wool to keep warm. While accommo-dating seasonal activities in pour routine,

it is essential to make those changes to our diet aswell. Winters bring with them a lot of food items andvegetables that have high health benefits. There area number of seasonal fruits and vegetables that weonly come across in this season. Some of these treatsare a host of benefits that can manage a number ofhealth conditions like diabetes and hypertension. InIndia, millions of people are living with Diabetes tothis date, it has become a common issue today. It isessential to pay attention to the health and nutritionwhen you have Diabetes. It is advised that diabeticsshould split their meals into multiple small mealsand ensure that they eat nutritious while avoidingadded sugars, refined food and processed junk.

Roasted chanaChana, or chickpeas are rich in plant-based pro-

teins and loaded with fibres. Fibres are known toinduce a sense of repleteness, if you feel full then you

will refrain from binging on other snacks. It has allthe properties that will support blood sugar control.

Beetroot saladBeetroot is another winter item that we love so

much. They have exceptional nutritional value asbeetroot contains folic acid, fibres, manganese andpotassium, with other vitamins. The salad is a nutri-tious mix of beetroot, broccoli, walnuts, apples, cel-ery and roasted papad. It makes for a healthyevening snack, just don’t add sugar.

Shakarkandi chaatSweet potato or Shakarkandi can prove to be won-

derful for managing your blood sugar. They come ina variety of sizes and colors, and are rich in vitamins,minerals, antioxidants, and fiber. All you need to dois boil them, cut into pieces and add lemon juice fora delicious sour taste. Srinkle chat masala and yourShakarkandi chaat is ready.

NutsNuts are healthy and an intrinsic part of winter

preparations in India. They are used in desserts suchas gajar ka halwa and atta laddoo. These nuts arebeneficial for you so use them to make your ownnutty trail mix. A bit of almonds, flax, chia, pumpkinseeds, sunflower seeds, prunes and put them in a jar.Indulge in them when hunger pangs strike.

Carrot sticks and hummusCarrots are known to lower blood cholesterol and

reduce the risk of cancer. Packed with good fibres,they are low in carbs and calories too. Peel the juicycarrots, cut them, dip them in hummus (which is dipmade from chickpeas), and eat the crunchy, juicycarrot sticks.

Fruits are packed with vitamins,minerals and all the essentialnutrients that can ensure

clear, beautiful and glowing skin, sayexperts. “Do-it-yourself (DIY) fruitfacials are not only cost-effective, butcan also save your skin from the sideeffects of store-bought products thatcontain preservatives. Fruit masksprovide intensive treatments that workquickly. You can apply these masks for15-20 minutes and reap the benefitsalmost immediately. Banana andhoney face mask: Mash one banana ina bowl. Add a tablespoon of honey anda little lemon juice to it. Apply it even-ly on your face and keep it for 15-20minutes. Wash your face with luke-warm water. It works wonders for oilyskin. Bananas are great for your skin,as they contain essential vitamins and

nutrients that can calm inflamed skinand reduce acne outbreaks.

Papaya and egg white to tighten yourskin Mash half a cup of ripe papayapieces. In a separate bowl, whisk oneegg white. Mix the two and apply even-ly on your face. Rinse it after 15 min-utes. Use once a week to help tightenthe skin. Papaya is good for your skin,as it is a rich source of vitamins A andC. It also contains a special enzyme,called papain, which can help reducedark spots.

Kiwi and banana to reduce fine linesMash one kiwi and one banana in a

bowl. Add one tablespoon of curd to it.Apply it on your face and keep it for 30minutes and then rinse. It helps reducefine lines. The anti-inflammatoryproperties of kiwi work in treatingacne as well.

Guava face mask to beat the winterwoes

Grate half a cup of guava and addone tablespoon oatmeal powder andone tablespoon honey to it. Apply it onyour face and leave it on for 20 min-utes. Wash it off with cold water. Use ittwice a week to solve your skin woes.Guavas are rich in vitamins A and Cand its astringent qualities can keepyour skin free from blemishes, acneand wrinkles.

DIY fruit facials for glowing skin