Monthly Archives: September 2006

It’s The Time To Dandiya

Navratri is a festival of worship, dance and music celebrated over a period of nine nights. Gujaratis perform their traditional dances Garba and Dandiya-Raas during Navratri. The women-folk dance in a circle, singing ‘Garbas‘ or traditional songs, while Dandiya-Raas is … Continue reading

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‘Rang De Basanti’ Enters Oscars Race

It’s official. Rang De Basanti will represent India in Oscars. After Lagaan, this time around we have a good chance of winning the coveted trophy. Except for its idiotic end, everything else is superb in Rang De. With master lobbyists … Continue reading

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‘Kailpoldh’ Celebration

The Kodava community of Muscat joined hands for a get together on the occasion of ‘Kailpoldh’ yesterday. ‘Kailpoldh’ or ‘Kail Muhurtha’ is a festival celebrated by Kodavas in the first week of September every year. The event marks the end … Continue reading

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Oman’s Icon

Ali Al Habsi is the most popular sportsperson in Oman. Presently, the No. 2 goalkeeper at the English premiership club, Bolton, Al Habsi endorses successful brands like Oman Oil and Nawras. Somehow, I find some similarities between him and India’s … Continue reading

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Weekend Shift

While UAE and Bahrain have adopted a new weekend structure (Friday-Saturday), Qatar has gone one step further by contemplating a Saturday-Sunday weekend. Meanwhile, there are rumours abound of a change in Oman too. Personally, I would prefer a Saturday-Sunday weekend. … Continue reading

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Press Release Generator

It is that time of the year again. Ramadan is fast approaching, and so is the shopping season. From cars to consumer electronics to household products, every company tries to woo buyers by offering discounted prices, freebies, lucky coupons, etc. … Continue reading

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Lage Raho Rocks

Stressed out? Wanting to have a hearty laugh? The remedy is here — watch Lage Raho Munnabhai. Yesterday night we went to Ruwi cinema for the 9pm show, and believe me, I didn’t check my watch even for once from … Continue reading

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Golden Oryx: Truly Classic

I have been in Oman for almost 20 months old now, and Golden Oryx has been my favourite restaurant till date in Muscat. The place serves excellent Chinese, Thai and other Fat-East Asian cuisines. The staff is very courteous and … Continue reading

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Begging Does Pay Off

Beggars earn more than white-collar workers in China and Pakistan… …who said beggars can’t be choosers!!!

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