Independence Day 15th August 2012

I-Day - Aug 15th 2012 - One of my nostalgic day :) 
It all happened just cos of my buddy Naren !!

Last 8 yrs I am in constant touch with Bharath University but neva have attended I- Day celebration. But this year got that oppotunity :) 

It was a bright sunny day & with fresh morn breeze, I went to college. All NCC Cadre were ready for the Go. NCC Head - Mr.Udaya Kumar and my buddies organized the whole event very well and were ready for the go. 

We all started by Honouring our National Flag by putting flowers to it. 

Like all Chief Guest our VC was late for the function. As soon as he came, Flag Hoisting and followed by March Past and Flag pinning. Man it was a matter of just 20 min but it was an epic and a true Nostalgia :) 

The day was more nostalgic mainly cos this happened in Bharath University. 
Man 8 years of bondage with Bharath Univ is just growing every year with some new developments. 

After that we guys were on for some photoshoots and Breakfast. 


Then came the last event --- Final Photoshoot. Really it was an honour for me when I sat with all the NCC group taking the front row in Chair :)  

It was real nostalgic moments, a pride moment in my very own college and with ma fellow mates. 

I have shared all the pictures in FB do watch it :) 

Once again Thnx to ma frnd Naren who made it happen this day a real Memorable one. 

SALT- a wonderful & versatile chemical!!

1.   If you drop a whole egg on the floor, pour salt all over the egg, let it sit for awhile, then use dustpan, the egg will come right up, without all that mess.

2.   Soak stained hankies in salt water before washing.

3.   Sprinkle salt on your shelves to keep ants away.

4.   Soak fish in salt water before descaling; the scales will come off easier.

5.   Put a few grains of rice in your saltshaker for easier pouring.

6.   Add salt to green salads to prevent wilting.

7.   Test the freshness of eggs in a cup of salt water; fresh eggs sink;bad ones float.

8.   Add a little salt to your boiling water when cooking eggs; a cracked egg will stay in its shell this way.

9.   A tiny pinch of salt with egg whites makes them beat up fluffier.

10.  Soak wrinkled apples in a mildly salted water solution to perk them up.

11.  Rub salt on your pancake griddle and your flapjacks won't stick.

12.  Soak toothbrushes in salt water before you first use them; they will last longer.

13.  Use salt to clean your discolored coffee pot.

14.  Mix salt with turpentine to whiten you bathtub and toilet bowl.

15.  Soak your nuts in salt brine overnight and they will crack out of their shells whole. Just tap the end of the shell with a hammer to break it open easily.

16.  Boil clothes pins in salt water before using them and they will last longer.

17.  Clean brass, copper and pewter with paste made of salt and vinegar, thickened with flour.

18.  Add a little salt to the water your cut flowers will stand in for a longer life.

19.  Pour a mound of salt on an ink spot on your carpet; let the salt soak up the stain.

20.  Clean your iron by rubbing some salt on the damp cloth on the ironing surface.

21.  Adding a little salt to the water when cooking foods in a double boiler will make the food cook faster.

22.  Use a mixture of salt and lemon juice to clean piano keys.

23.  To fill plaster holes in your walls, use equal parts of salt and starch, with just enough water to make stiff putty.

24.  Rinse a sore eye with a little salt water.

25.  Mildly salted water makes an effective mouthwash. Use it hot for a sore throat gargle.

26.  Dry salt sprinkled on your toothbrush makes a good tooth polisher.

27.  Use salt for killing weeds in your lawn.

28.  Eliminate excess suds with a sprinkle of salt.

29.  A dash of salt in warm milk makes a more relaxing beverage.

30.  Before using new glasses, soak them in warm salty water for a while.

31.  A dash of salt enhances the taste of tea.

32.  Salt improves the taste of cooking apples.

33.  Soak your clothesline in salt water to prevent your clothes from freezing to the line; likewise, use salt in your final rinse to prevent the clothes from freezing.

34.  Rub any wicker furniture you may have with salt water to prevent yellowing.

35.  Freshen sponges by soaking them in salt water.

36.  Add raw potatoes to stews and soups that are too salty.

37.  Soak enamel pans in salt water overnight and boil salt water in them next day to remove burned-on stains.

38.  Clean your greens in salt water for easier removal of dirt.

39.  Gelatin sets more quickly when a dash of salt is added.

40.  Fruits put in mildly salted water after peeling will not discolor.

41.  Fabric colors hold fast in salty water wash.

42.  Milk stays fresh longer when a little salt is added.

43.  Use equal parts of salt and soda for brushing your teeth.

44.  Sprinkle salt in your oven before scrubbing clean.

45.  Soaked discolored glass in a salt and vinegar solution to remove stains.

46.  Clean greasy pans with a paper towel and salt.

47.  Salty water boils faster when cooking eggs.

48.  Add a pinch of salt to whipping cream to make it whip more quickly.

49.  Sprinkle salt in milk-scorched pans to remove odour.

50.  A dash of salt improves the taste of coffee.

51.  Boil mismatched hose in salty water and they will come out matched.

52.  Salt and soda will sweeten the odor of your refrigerator.

53.  Cover wine-stained fabric with salt; rinse in cool water later.

54.  Remove offensive odours from stove with salt and cinnamon.

55.  A pinch of salt improves the flavor of cocoa.

56. To remove grease stains in clothing, mix one part salt to four parts alcohol.

57. Salt and lemon juice removes mildew.

58. Sprinkle salt between sidewalk bricks where you don't want grass growing.

59.  Polish your old kerosene lamp with salt for a brighter look. Remove odors from sink drainpipes with a strong, hot solution of salt water.

60.  If a pie bubbles over in your oven put a handful of salt on top of the spilled juice. The mess won't smell and will bake into a dry, light crust which will wipe off easily when the oven has cooled.

Know the Difference between Cold and Swine Flu Symptoms

Know the Difference between Cold and Swine Flu Symptoms

Symptom	Cold	Swine Flu
Fever	Fever is rare with a cold.	Fever is usually present with the flu in up to 80% of all flu cases. A temperature of 100°F or higher for 3 to 4 days is associated with the flu.
Coughing	A hacking, productive (mucus- producing) cough is often present with a cold.	A non-productive (non-mucus producing) cough is usually present with the flu (sometimes referred to as dry cough).
Aches	Slight body aches and pains can be part of a cold.	Severe aches and pains are common with the flu.
Stuffy Nose	Stuffy nose is commonly present with a cold and typically resolves spontaneously within a week.	Stuffy nose is not commonly present with the flu.
Chills	Chills are uncommon with a cold.	60% of people who have the flu experience chills.
Tiredness	Tiredness is fairly mild with a cold.	Tiredness is moderate to severe with the flu.
Sneezing	Sneezing is commonly present with a cold.	Sneezing is not common with the flu.
Sudden Symptoms	Cold symptoms tend to develop over a few days.	The flu has a rapid onset within 3-6 hours. The flu hits hard and includes sudden symptoms like high fever, aches and pains.
Headache	A headache is fairly uncommon with a cold.	A headache is very common with the flu, present in 80% of flu cases.
,Sore Throat	Sore throat is commonly present with a cold.	Sore throat is not commonly present with the flu.
Chest Discomfort	Chest discomfort is mild to moderate with a cold.	Chest discomfort is often severe with the flu.

Sources: Internet

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Swine Flu Campaign !!

“Few Basil a day, keeps the Swine Flu away “

Swineflu,is the latest pandemic to jolt the world and has triggered nightmare among the people especially in India. The promises that the hot and humid conditions of India would safeguard against the swine flu from outbreak has been given a big blow with the recent day stats .It has become a prejudice . From a 4 year old boy to doctors ,this flu has spread to all parts of India irrespective of the age by killing more than 25 with thousands of new infected cases getting added up daily and has made this issue a national importance.

Since it’s a pandemic of new flu virus,the vaccination program has it's own barriers ranging from the production of vaccines and immunization,the availability and the medical research for cure.The only breakthrough as of now are Tamilflu/ Relenza medicines administrated for swine flu but their dismal supply factor has led to a very big outbreak.

Simple way to be safe from the outbreak of Swine Flu

"Prevent and Treat Naturally"

Tulsi (Holy Basil) Ocimum tenuiflorum.

Tulsi can help to keep the Swine Flu away : Ayurvedic experts.

Wonder Tulsi can not only keep the Swine away but also helps in the fast recovery of an affliated person.

"The anti-flu property of Tulsi has been discovered by medical experts across the world quite recently. Tulsi improves the body's overall defence mechanism including its ability to fight viral diseases. It was successfully used in combating Japanese Encephalitis and the same theory applies to swine flu," Dr U K Tiwari, a herbal medicine practitioner says.

The Tulsi can control swine flu and it should be taken in from fresh form. Juice or paste of atleast 20-25 medium sized leaves should be consumed twice a day on an empty stomach.

This increases the resistance of the body and, thereby, reduces the chances of inviting Swine Flu"

"Have Tulsi and keep the Swine Flu away"

“Eat right! Make sure you get your daily dose of fruits and veggies”

Take your vitamins and bump up your vitamin c.

Get plenty of exercise because exercise helps build your immune system.

A good dosage of Holy Basil will sum it all..............”

It’s now or never!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Jai ho!!!!!!!!!!

Regards:

• Joe Philip

B.Tech., MBA (pursuing)

• Ramli.T

Ceo.,Vibgyorstudios

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• Abilash Prabhu

Calsoft, Chennai.

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Swine Flu

contd: Swine Flu Campaign

What is Swine Flu H1N1?

Swine influenza (Swine flu) is a respiratory disease of pigs caused by Type A influenza viruses that causes regular outbreaks in pigs. Swine flu viruses have been reported to spread from person-to-person, but in the past, this transmission was limited and not sustained beyond three people.

What are the signs and symptoms of swine flu in people?

The symptoms of swine flu in people are similar to the symptoms of regular human flu and include fever, cough, sore throat, body aches, headache, chills and fatigue. It has also reported. Diarrhea and vomiting associated with swine flu. In the past, severe illness (pneumonia and respiratory failure) and deaths have been reported with swine flu infection in people.

How does swine flu spread?

Spread of this swine influenza A (H1N1) virus is thought to be happening in the same way that seasonal flu spreads. Flu viruses are spread mainly from person to person through coughing or sneezing of people with influenza. Sometimes people may become infected by touching something with live flu viruses on it and then touching their mouth or nose.

How can someone with the flu infect someone else?

Infected people may be able to infect others beginning 1 day before symptoms develop and up to 7 or more days after becoming sick. That means that you may be able to pass on the flu to someone else before you know you are sick, as well as while you are sick.

How long can an infected person spread swine flu to others?

People with swine influenza virus infection should be considered potentially contagious as long as they are symptomatic and possible for up to 7 days following illness onset. Children, especially younger children, might potentially be contagious for longer periods.

Are there medicines to treat swine flu?

Yes. The US CDC recommends the use of oseltamivir (Tamiflu®) or zanamivir (Relenza®) for the treatment and/or prevention of infection with these swine influenza viruses. Antiviral drugs are prescription medicines (pills, liquid or an inhaler) that fight against the flu by keeping flu viruses from reproducing in your body. If you get sick, antiviral drugs can make your illness milder and make you feel better faster. They may also prevent serious flu complications. For treatment, antiviral drugs work best if started soon after getting sick (within 2 days of symptoms).

How long can viruses live outside the body?

• We know that some viruses and bacteria can live 2 hours or longer on surfaces like cafeteria tables, doorknobs, and desks.

• Frequent hand washing will help you reduce the chance of getting contamination from these common surfaces.

What can I do to protect myself from getting sick?

Cover your nose and mouth with a tissue when you cough or sneeze. Throw the tissue in the trash after you use it. Wash your hands often with soap and water, especially after you cough or sneeze. Alcohol-based hand cleaners are also effective. Avoid touching your eyes, nose or mouth. The virus can spread this way. Try to avoid close contact with sick people.

What is the best technique for washing my hands to avoid getting the flu?

Washing your hands often will help protect you from germs. Wash with soap and water or clean with alcohol-based hand cleaner. When you wash your hands -- with soap and warm water -- that you wash for 15 to 20 seconds. When soap and water are not available, alcohol-based disposable hand wipes or gel sanitizers may be used. You can find them in most supermarkets and drugstores.

In adults, emergency warning signs that need urgent medical attention include

• Difficulty breathing or shortness of breath

• Pain or pressure in the chest or abdomen

• Sudden dizziness

• Confusion

• Severe or persistent vomiting

Regards:

• Joe Philip

B.Tech., MBA (pursuing)

• Ramli.T

Ceo., Vibgyourstudios.

www.vibgc.com

• Abilash Prabhu

Calsoft., Chennai.

abilash.prabhu@gmail.com

joephilip008@gmail.com