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Monday, June 30, 2014

Yamaha launches upgraded FZ and FZ-S bikes

 Japanese two-wheeler maker Yamaha launched upgraded variants of its 150 CC bikes - FZ
and FZ-S - priced up to Rs 78,250 (ex-showroom Delhi).

The company, which had first launched the FZ series in India in 2008, will start selling the two variants - FZ Version 2.0 and FZ-S Version 2.0 from tomorrow.

While the new FZ variant is priced at Rs 76,250, the FZ-S version would be retailed at Rs 78,250 (ex-showroom Delhi).

"With these new model introductions, we certainly hope to strengthen our foothold in the segment," Yamaha Motor India Sales Vice President- Sales & Marketing Roy Kurian told
reporters here.

 On the company's upcoming manufacturing plant in Chennai,
 The Chennai facility, on which the company is investing Rs 1,500 crore, will have a production capacity of 1.8 million.
Kurian said: "Construction at the plant is progressing well and production would begin from November".

Friday, June 27, 2014

"In search of Incredible" Smartphone

 Indian Smartphone Market is booming with everyday mobile giants launching new smartphones.
While thinking of buying new smartphone I got confused that which smartphone is more suitable for
me? Then I come to know about ZenFone-5 by ASUS.

 The Five Inches ZenFone-5 comes with 8 MP rear and 2 MPfront camera with Led flash, It is beautifully crafted smartphone with features like ASUS developed PixelMaster that gives Professional Photos.user can also take 360 degree panaromic view with ZenFone.

 ZenFone is loaded with 2110 mAh Lithium battery which gives Standby Time/353 hours(3G) and Talk Time/18.5 hours(3G)

It runs on Android JellyBean 4.3  with feature of update to 4.4 KitKat with ASUS ZenUI.

 It has 2.0 GHz Intel Multi-Core Z2580 Processor.


ZenFone-5 is good for 3D gaming. This dual sim smartphone comes with smart antenna which catches good signal even in Metro Trains. Zenfone 5 comes with five styling colours (Charcoal Black/Pearl White/Cherry Red/Twilight Purple/Champagne Gold) which suits the personality of the Users.

For Chatters ZenFone- 5 comes with 'Omlet Chat'.http://www.asus.com/Phones/ASUS_ZenFone_5/
Omlet Chat is a free, open-source information system that makes chatting with friends even more fun. No matter where you are, add a friend into a group chat, select open apps to increase functionality - including drawing, photographic filters and more.http://www.asus.com/campaign/zenfone/IN/

So I can say search for my smart phone comes to an end after seeing and feeling the features of ZenFone-5.

Fuel Cell Car from Toyota soon

Japanese auto giant Toyota will start selling its first fuel cell sedan this financial year, with a
price tag of around USD 70,000 around 42 lakh INR, the company announced today.

The vehicles will be rolled out by March and beyond the home market during the summer of 2015, it said, in a move that will see the environmentally friendly cars available in the United States and Europe.

"Hydrogen is a particularly promising alternative fuel since it can be produced using a wide variety of primary energy sources, including solar and wind power," the automaker
said in a statement.

This is the first time Toyota has given a specific timeframe for its fuel cell cars, which it had previously said would go on the market in 2015.

The price tag is also a nice surprise for potential customers - it had been widely expected that a fuel cell vehicle would cost around 10 million yen.

The company said it will initially start selling the model only in the regions "where hydrogen refuelling infrastructure is being developed".
 The price ranges for the US and European markets have not been decided, Toyota said.

Monday, June 23, 2014

"My Beautiful Food!" -Kathal Ki Biryani

Today I am going to tell you about a veg rice dish which after tasting you won't be able to differentiate it with non-veg biryani. The Dish is Kathal (JackFruit) ki Biryani.

Ingredients: 

For Kathal:

Kathal - 10 small pieces.



For Rice:
Basmati Rice - 1½cups, soaked in cold water for 30 minutes
Cloves - 3
Cardamom pods - 3
Cinnamon stick - 1" piece
Bay leaf - 1
Zeera - 1tsp
coriander leaves
Salt - to taste

For the Curry/ Masala:
Onion - 1 large, thinly sliced
Ginger + garlic paste - 1tsp
Red chili powder - 1tsp
Ground coriander - 1tsp
Garam Masala (recipe follows) - 1tsp
Salt - to taste


How to Make

 Fry Kathal pieces until it goes light brown in slow gas speed. Keep aside until ready to use.

Cooking Rice: In a microwave safe Borosil bowl, add rice and all the whole garam masala listed above along with 1½cups of water and salt. Cook for 7-8 minutes or until all the water is evaporated and rice is 70% cooked through. http://www.myborosil.com/
 
Making Curry/ Masala: Heat 2tbsp ghee and 1tbsp oil in a saute pan; add onions and cook until lightly browned around the edges.
    Add ginger+garlic paste and cook for 1 minute.
    Add  red chili powder, garam masala and salt. Mix well and bring the mixture to a simmer. Next add the Kathal pieces. Let this mixture simmer for 5-7 minutes.
 
 Assembling Kathal Ki Biryani: Add a layer of the masala in the bottom of a borosil bowl; next add 1/3 of the rice, followed by half of the remaining masala, followed by 1/3 of the rice and rest of the masala. Finally add the remaining rice and top it coriander leaves.
     cook for 10 minutes.Your yummy Kathal Biryani is ready to eat in Borosil plates giving non veg ka mazaa in Veg dish.

Serve hot with raita,Chutney and papad.
Serves 3-4 people

Saturday, June 21, 2014

Idea launches 3G Smartphone

 Extending its portfolio of 3G smartphones to 16, Idea Cellular today launched another device
for Rs 4,999, which comes bundled with data benefits.
The country's third largest operator has already sold over 7 lakh devices from its earlier range of 3G smartphones.
 "Idea is the only mobile operator in the country to offer a vast array of affordable 3G devices which is targeted at upgrading 2G users to 3G. With the launch the new device, Idea's portfolio of 3G
range," Idea Cellular said in a statement.
smartphones has gone up to 16, and the company has already sold over 7 lakh devices from its earlier
 The device, which will be available in 11 circles, comes with a special offer for existing 3G users offering 3G data benefits of 1.6 GB and free Idea TV for three months, with a
pack priced at Rs 259.

For new users, 1.6 GB 3G data and free Idea TV for three months will be offered with a pack of Rs 261.
 "Our strategy of proliferating data services through the sale of affordable 3G smartphones has worked well for us, and hence we will continue to build on our devices portfolio,"
Idea Cellular Chief Marketing Officer Sashi Shankar said.
 The new device is based on Android Jelly Bean operating system, has a 4 inch screen and 3.2 megapixel camera. It will be available in Andhra Pradesh, Gujarat, Haryana, Himachal
Pradesh, Jammu and Kashmir, Kerala, Maharashtra and Goa, Madhya Pradesh and Chhattisgarh, Punjab, Uttar Pradesh (E) and Uttar Pradesh (W).

FORD Launches New Fiesta


 Ford India today launched the new version of its mid-sized sedan Fiesta, priced up to Rs 9.29
lakh (ex-showroom Delhi).

The 2014 Ford Fiesta will be available in three options ? Ambiente, Trend and Titanium, all powered by 1.5 litre diesel engine, the company said in a statement.

 The Ambiente will be available at Rs 7.69 lakh, while the Trend comes at Rs 8.56 lakh and the top-of-the-line Titanium is tagged at Rs 9.29 lakh (ex-showroom Delhi).

The company claimed the car delivers a fuel efficiency of 25.01 km/ltr as per ARAI test.Commenting on the launch, Ford India President Nigel Harris said the Fiesta has a very special role in the
company's product portfolio and the 2014 Fiesta with its attractive price makes it an "even more compelling option for discerning enthusiasts".

The new Fiesta is equipped with hands-free in-car technology to keep drivers safely connected while on the road.
 Ford India's models hatchback Figo and compact SUV EcoSport have seen robust response in the
units in May 2014.
market. The company had reported over two-fold increase in total sales at 12,288

Thursday, June 12, 2014

"The CarConnect.in Experience!"-Nainital

Nainital is one of the beautiful hill station of Uttrakhand.It is well connected by Taxi and Bus.Nearest railway is Kathgodam. It takes around two hours to reach Nainital by Car from Kathgodam. As I reach Kathgodam I hired a Maruti Alto for Nainital. Driver charges 500 INR. After travelling through the mountains and cold waves I reached Nainital surrounded by Lake called Naini Lake.As I reached Nainital my tiredness went off after seeing the beauty of the lake city.The Lake city is not only famous among people as tourist place to visit but it is also a hot destination for Honeymoon Couples as well as among foreigners.  
Nainitalis has remarkable natural surroundings and the splendid weather to make the honeymoon trip or vacational trip of the newlyweds the most appreciated one. Thinking of Nainital visiting, we can say that we are starting a new life. Whether it is walking on the roads, shopping or going away for adventures like horse riding, canoeing, para-sailing or swing climbing, Naitital has got the whole thing to put together the romantic public holiday the most enjoyable one.
The best way to explore Nainital is by hiring Taxi as bus is not available on regular basis.Hiring Taxi is Negotiable as taxi drivers want as much as they can get from tourists.So I hired taxi after negotiating fare.http://www.carconnect.in/
Lakes and marvelous sceneries are the most important attractions of Nainital. Sun peeking from the superior mountains overlooking a calm river valley is quality to this place. A variety of considerable temples and monuments are present approximately this area. The rich wildlife and flower-patterned great quantity further glorifies this place as an overwhelming tourism treat. Bhimtal, Garhi, Ranikhet ans Khurpatal are the must-visit places in Nainital. After enjoying three days I again took hired car to Kathgodam and reaches back home after visiting memorable Lake Hill City Nainital.

Thursday, June 5, 2014

XUV 500 Sportz launched

Mahindra & Mahindra (M&M) today launched a special edition of its sports utility vehicle
XUV500, priced at Rs 13.68 lakh (ex-showroom Mumbai).

The special edition--XUV500 Sportz, which has been built upon the top end model of XUV500, comes with various external and internal features including rear-view camera and
leather-fabric seats.

"This new offering of 'XUV500 Sportz' aligns with our leadership position in Indian motor sports and rallying and reflects our sporty DNA very well," M&M Chief Marketing
Officer, Automotive Division, Vivek Nayer said in a statement.

The company believes that it will create a new benchmark
in exclusivity to further enhance the XUV500's appeal amongst
customers, he added.
 The model comes with various high end features like electronic stability programme (ESP) with rollover mitigation, airbags and hill hold control and hill descent control
functions. "XUV 500 has good acceptance in Punjab and Chandigarh
and people here have passion for vehicles. That is why we launched here from Chandigarh," company's Chief Sales and Customer Care Officer, Automotive Division, Arun Malhotra told
reporters in Chandigarh today.
 The company will also unveil XUV500 Sportz in Pune
today.
 The company would roll out 1,000 units of this limited
edition vehicle, he said.
 "This is the model we are launching is the top end model. And we are adding a lot of glamour to the vehicle.This is the limited edition for 1000 volumes. We believe that it
will create a new benchmark in exclusivity to further enhance the XUV500's appeal amongst customers," he further said.
 "With this launch, we want that image and brand identity of XUV 500 to be further reinforced," he
  Since the launch of XUV 500 in year 2011, Mahindra and Mahindra sold 75,000 units of this vehicle so far.
 "In next 4-5 months, we aim to achieve sale of 100,000 units of XUV 500," he further said.
 "We are the fastest vehicle company to cross 50,000 vehicles sale which is priced above Rs 10 lakh," he said.
  Several cities and states like Delhi, Chandigarh, Punjab, Gujarat, Hyderabad and Bangalore are the strong and potential markets for XUV 500, he said.
said.

'XUV500 Sportz' will be equipped with 140bhp (103Kw) mHawk engine with 330Nm torque and a 6-speed transmission.
It also comes with Electronic Stability Program (ESP) with rollover mitigation, 6 airbags (front, side and curtain) ABS with Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD), Hill Hold
Control & Hill Descent Control.

S Class Diesel Launched by Mercedes

German car-maker Mercedes Benz today rolled out the locally made diesel variant of its luxury sedan
S Class 350 priced at Rs 1.07 crore (ex-showroom Maharashtra).This is for the first time that Merc is
 Besides, the company also commenced generation from its 100-kw rooftop solar plant at the Chakan facility, which will produce 1.50 lakh units of power annually.


introducing the diesel variant of its popular S Class models.
"We are delighted to manufacture the new S Class 350 at the Chakan plant and offer the much-awaited diesel option,"

Mercedes Benz India managing director and chief executive Eberhard Kern told reporters here.
He said Mercedes had for the first time introduced body manufacturing for the S Class locally.

Kern said the company had received environmental clearances for its plans to double production capacity to 20,000 units annually at the Chakan plant by this year.

The S Class diesel is the fifth product launched by the German luxury car maker, which occupies the No. 2 slot in market share in the domestic market, this year.

"At the beginning of the year we had announced to launch 10 new products this calendar year. With the S Class diesel, we have already rolled out five new products so far,"
Kern said.
 Talking about the installation of its solar power plant, Kern said it reiterates Mercedes' commitment to achieve excellence in manufacturing by introducing environment-
friendly initiatives.

Sunny Leone is happy for getting noticed in Bollywood

Indo-Canadian adult film star Sunny Leone is happy for getting noticed but is not sure if she has
made her mark in Bollywood. Before making her Bollywood debut in 'Jism 2', Sunny had
participated in the fifth season of the reality show 'Bigg Boss'.

Sunny also did a special song in 'Shootout at Wadala' and was seen next in 'Jackpot' and 'Ragini MMS 2'.
 "I think I have been noticed and I am happy about it. I am happy where I have reached today. I don't know if I have made a mark for myself here. I want to do good work, have fun
and entertain people," Sunny told PTI in an exclusive interview here.
 "I have done only three films. I still have to work hard. I want more and more people to watch and enjoy my films.
It is a steady process. I think one should work hard and prove
oneself in dancing, acting and bringing in ticket sales (box
office)," she said.
Sunny is happy with the audience response to 'Ragini MMS
2'.
 "I wasn't expecting the film to do this well. I thank my fans for watching the film. I wonder how can one film change things," she added.
 Post the success of 'Ragini MMS 2', Sunny has been getting a lot of offers but she is in no hurry to do any film.

"Offers are coming in. I think people have realised I am not here just for five minutes (on screen), I love this world. I will continue to work hard and do amazing work. I am
sure acceptance will come," Sunny said.

Responding to a query that she was looking for an
image-makeover, Sunny said that she did not set any rules for
herself. "That is not true, I don't know where this came from. I
don't set any rules, limits for myself," the actress said.
Sunny revealed that she will be seen in desi avatar in
one of her upcoming films.
 "I don't know when the film will release. I can't talk
about it as I am bound by contract," she added.
 She will also host the seventh season of dating reality
show, 'Spiltsvilla', based on original American version
'Flavour of Love'. The show will be aired on MTV India.

"When I was doing promotion for 'Ragini MMS 2', I did few
episodes of MTV's show 'Haunted Nights with Sunny'. It was a
nice experience. They (MTV) approached me for Spiltsvilla and
I liked the concept and accepted the show. I wanted to host a
show and I am glad this offer came to me. I am extremely
excited about it as it is a way for me to connect with my
fans. The show has romance, drama, masti, emotions etc," Sunny
said.
 Splitsvilla revolves around young boys and girls trying to secure a place in a 'Villa'. It is a 'hunt for love' show where they compete in tasks to stay in the competition and
mingle with contestants to find love.
In the end, a boy and a girl are crowned the winners of
Splitsvilla (they are a couple.)
"I think it is obvious for the young generation to date.
Dating is more westernised today. It is about getting to know other person. It is a nice
 When asked to draw a comparison between hosting a show
and acting, the actress said, "Both are different from each other. For acting you have your lines and you give your shot.

concept," she said.
It is all in a controlled environment. Hosting is uncensored, uncontrolled."

Monday, June 2, 2014

TRESemmé Split Remedy Works

I have a dry with split hair problem.
I got suggestion from hair styler to use Tresemme  Split Remedy Shampoo and Conditioner pack.I use it thrice in a week in it really worked.

The shampoo has the perfect consistency and lathers up really well. Only a coin-sized amount is sufficient to cleanse hair effectively. Your hair starts to feel soft and silky even as you are washing off the shampoo. And the smell is an added bonus.

For the conditioner too, only a very small amount is needed. Since I have fine hair, I apply conditioner only to the extreme ends. And it works wonders.

My hair feels so smooth and silky.

It is a great product for people with Split hair as it controls splitting of hair quite brilliantly.

The fragrance of the shampoo is soothing that I like it very much. I must recommend it to those with Split Hair Problem.