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The article focuses on Vaspar Green Technologies, a Bangalore firm which produces honeycomb paper. Though used in the West for packaging, M. S. Naren created a cheaper machine which manufactures the product using manual labor. The result is a material that can be used for furniture and low-cost housing as well, when reinforced with other materials. The company already has contracts with local companies and even Walmart to supply cheaper packaging. Prototype houses are available in Amethi, Uttar Pradesh. Naren said all types of paper can be recycled.

The article covers various issues in India as of June 2009. Bodhi Art Gallery director Sharmishta Ray is showing the exhibition "Tracing Time," which features paperworks by Indian artists. Starting May 25, the young and committed dancers will perform at Unbound Beats of India festival at the Indian Habitat Centre. The Devarattam dance form is cited as one of the dance styles suffering from declining information and support.

A reprint of the article "Bihar: Leaked BSSC question papers were being sold for Rs 5 lakh apiece, shows probe" is presented.

A review is offered for the Haziq and Mohi Rare Book Suppliers Buyers and Exports shop in Hyderabad, India.

The article discusses documents released by India's military chief's on joint doctrine and subsequent criticism by military analysts.The critics say that the doctrine lacks clearly defined national security strategy and looses its effectiveness in the absence of implementation of key reforms that could help the ability of the army, air force and the navy to operate efficiently.Chief of Defence Staff is yet to be appointed which is a crucial problem for carrying out the agenda in the doctrine.

The author comments on the lack of toilet paper in India as pointed out by British travel writers in travel guidebooks. The author also points out that toilet paper was not included in the things necessary for a safe passage through India listed by a 19th century English traveler. A description of the personal hygiene of the Englishman is also presented.

The article focuses on the conducting of examination for the class 10th and 12th students by the Central Board of Secondary Examination in India. Topics discussed include recent paper leak which turned into a political issue, forcing all students to re-answer that examination, effect of discontinuing the multiple set question paper method, and challenge of weeding out unscrupulous elements such as insider complicity, and reconsidering the distribution, storage and collection of answer papers.

The article offers information on the media barons Mahendra Mohan and Sanjay Gupta from India.

The article reviews several Web sites of insurance companies in India including cholainsurance.com, hdfcergo.com and iffcotokio.co.in.

The article reports on the possibility that the heads of state of Uttar Pradesh are trying to hide documents related to the Babri Masjid proceedings in an attempt to mislead the Indian Supreme Court. It states that one of the documents contains a message from former prime minister Jawaharlal Nehru, urging someone to remove the statues of Lord Rama from the Ayodhya mosque. S.A. Siddiqui, who represents advocates of the mosque, believes that such documents were hidden, since they prove the site was originally a Moslem place of prayer, and not a Hindu one.

The article talks about the need for Indian taxpayers to have back-up documentation while preparing returns as its supports subsequent tax assessment. Topics discussed include the July 31, 2014 due date for filing tax returns for individuals, the emergence of electronic-filing of tax returns as mandatory procedure, and the documents needed by a salaried tax payer in support of his tax return including Form 16, Form 2AS, and statement of affairs.

The article discusses the process of managing insurance policies through online repositories in India. Topics mentioned include a list of repositories including Central Insurance Repository, SHCIL Projects, and CAMS Repository Services, the process of updating personal information such as a change of address, and how the increased efficiency of this system will lead to savings for the insurance firms.

The article reveals the truth about the funds sanctioned by the Centre, the Uttar Pradesh and Madhya Predesh governments in India, to states for drought relief in Bundelkhand region. According to the National Rainfed Area Authority (NRAA), the amount includes additional central assistance and central schemes. Minister of State for Parliamentary Affairs and Planning Ashwani Kumar mentions the lower spending of the state governments compared to what has been allocated to them.

The article discusses the black money white paper presented to the Indian Parliament. The author relates the attempt of Jaswant Singh to compare the white paper to a bikini, that if used properly could have been flattering for the white paper on black money. According to the author, the white paper does not reveal anything while concealing everything vital, unlike a bikini, a sign that Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) may continue to miss its target.

The article reports on the issuance of a concept paper by the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) which says distributors of financial products who call themselves investment advisors cannot accept any commission from financial companies. According to the capital markets regulator, investment advisors should instead charge a fee only from investors they are servicing. The article mentions that receiving commissions would lead distributors to favor investors that pay better.

The article offers information on various professions in India. It focuses on chartered accountancy, cost and works accountancy, and company secretariship. The author considers these professions as the legs of an accounting world's tripod. He provides backgrounds on these professions and their job functions. He also offers information on what students should do to be in those professions.

The article discusses the efforts by various organizations as of early August 2014 to call for reforms in the civil services examination in India that is being administered by the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC). The main proponent of the reform movement is the Akhil Bharatiya Vidyarthi Parishad (ABVP), the student wing party of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP). The opinions of Minister of State Jitendra Singh and Home Minister Rajnath Singh on the developments are also cited.

The article reports that Telengana education authorities in India has asked the Senior Secondary Certificate (SSC) board to permit five schools in the state to re-evaluate the papers of the students who were given zero marks in internal assessment exams. It mentions that 24 teachers were suspended by Telengana Chief Minister K. Chandrasekhar Rao. It mentions that SSC allotted 80 marks to written exam and 20 for internal assessment.

The article exhorts people to consume less, reuse and recycle as this reduces waste and emissions. Discarded packaging materials make up about one third of the waste clogging our landfills. Vast amounts of natural resources and fossil fuels are consumed each year to produce the paper, plastic, glass, aluminum and styrofoam that wrap our purchases. According to a report by the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB), India generates 5.6 million metric tons of plastic waste annually.

The article highlights some unfortunate events involving Congress Party of India candidate Raj Babbar in 2014, including keeping up with the date and time given to him by the family priest for filing his nomination papers, and a video recording of his confrontation with Ghaziabad policemen.

The article offers tips on how to prepare for engineering entrance examinations in India. Students who wish to pursue a career in engineering need to demonstrate hardwork in order to gain an admission to several Indian Institutes of Technology (IITs) in the country. They should start reviewing their knowledge in physics, chemistry, and mathematics and solve several quality problems. Recommended books for the examination are provided.

The article reports on a proposal made by the National Advisory Council (NAC) in India in 2011 concerning the need for legislative bills to go through public consultation prior to being presented before the Parliament. The proposal resulted from complaints received by the United Progressive Alliance (UPA) government from civil society groups over several bills including the Communal Violence Bill, Whistleblowers' Bill, and Lokpal Bill. The legislative process mentions the submission of a Green Paper on major bills and policy pronouncements.

The article provides information on how to pass an English test in India, and cites the fate of some who failed in school exams. It presents advice from one student who received a perfect score for an Elective English paper who recommends reading only the list provided by the course syllabus, adhering to instructions and writing legibly. It describes some students who committed suicide when they failed various tests, including Yashwardhan Pokhriyal and Shefali Bhan.

The article provides information on passing India's civil services exam. It states that these are conducted by the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC), and are divided into three sections, a preliminary test in May, the main one in October, and a personal interview in April or May of the following year. It reports that the exams are considered among the most difficult, and cover a vast range of topics. Those taking them are advised to start off with subjects they can master quickly, before moving on to those they find more difficult.

The article discusses the revised discussion paper on the Direct Taxes Code (DTC) in India. According to Rajesh Srinivasan of Deloitte, the government is likely to calibrate the tax slabs and rates to compensate for the potential revenue loss if the scrapping of the proposal to tax withdrawals from retirement funds is to be implemented. It also mentions that the modified draft clarifies how existing investments will be taxed.

The article discusses the historical documents in India that were missing or were prevented access by the authorities. Such documents include the records on Subhas Chandra Bose, particularly the 121 exhibits of the G. D. Khosla Commission, which investigated the controversy behind the death of the revolutionary leader. The other documents that were missing include the papers concerning the death of former Indian Prime Minister Lal Bahadur Shastri and the Henderson Brooks Committee report on the performance of the Army during the Sino-Indian War of 1962.

The article discusses the achievements of Samir and Vineet Jain, media barons from India whose flagship papers are "The Times of India," "The Economic Times," and "Mumbai Mirror." They also head three television channels, 32 radio stations, profitable websites, a public relations company, and an outdoor advertising company. Moreover, Samir misses having Haridwar getaways while Vineet recalls his disco days.

The article reports on the plan of the Central Bank of India to replace paper currency with polymer notes. The central bank plans to introduce one billion pieces of 10 polymer notes in Rupees (Rs) in response of the seizure of large quantities of fake Rs 1,000 and Rs 500 notes. It provides an overview of the global tender launched by the bank in line with the plans. It outlines the advantages of polymer notes over paper currency.

The article features several influential people in Delhi, India. Café Style, an amalgamation of food, fashion and vintage automobiles, is owned and ran by brothers Chetan Malik and Mohit Malik. Haathi Chaap, a recycling company which makes paper out of elephant manure, is started by recycling enthusiast Mahima Mehra. Graphic novelist Sarnath Banerjee, described as the creator of India's first graphic novel, has two well-received graphic novels, namely, "Corridor" and "The Barn Owl's Wondrous Capers."

The article offers a look at several card designers in India and the card styles that are ideal for weddings. JJ and Joy Cards has introduced a labor-intensive method of producing cards. The expertise of Shantilal & Sons is screen printing. The move made by Monarch Greetings & Stationeries Pvt. Ltd. to offer quality wedding cards is also noted.

The article focuses on the Department of Architecture and Planning, Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Roorkee, India. It refers to theconvergence of past and present converge at the institute to create an ideal environment for students. It highlights a comment by P.S. Chani, head of the department of architecture and planning regarding the campus of the Department.

Reviews are offered for several coaching centres in India including Allen Career Institute in Kota, Rajasthan, Vidyamandir Classes in Delhi and Vibrant Academy in Kota, Rajasthan.

A review is offered for several retail stores set up by Indian designer Noopur Anita Balia located in India including the Artisan's Cottage houses, Pop Houses and Kalamkhush store.

This section offers news briefs on social and cultural events in the Indian state of Gujarat as of April 29, 2013. Clay pottery artist Neelma is offering throwing, hand building, and glazing lessons at her studio Happy Potter in Ahmedabad. Eco-friendly projects at the Clay Club in Gota are described, including the development of paper textiles. The Hindi play "Chalta Phirta Bambai," written and directed by Abhinay Banker will be staged at Ahmedabad's Darpana Academy of Performing Arts.

The article offers information on the civil services examination conducted by the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) in India. Large population in the country are preparing for the exam to take advantage of the opportunity to land a job in several government agencies. There are three levels of the exam which include general awareness, analytical ability, and mental disposition. Changes in the civil services main examination initiated by UPSC are discussed.

This article explains the benefits of including rare coins and paper currencies in an investment portfolio in India. It advises to consider such an investment strategy because of its good returns. It also recommends coins and bank notes as ideal investments for the diversification of a portfolio. In addition, the article suggests investments in coins to supplement a traditional portfolio of stocks, bonds and mutual funds.

The article offers information on passing the Combined Admissions Test (CAT), which is required for those wishing to enter any of the Indian Institutes of Management's (IIM) schools. It states that the exams are not about cramming, but a form of mind game, requiring regular, consistent practice and proper time management skills. It advises examinees to keep up with current events, to read at least five to six diverse articles every day, and to learn 15 new words and idioms daily. It also advises taking regular mock tests, but cautions against burn out.

The article discusses the decision of the Indian government to continuously deny the public access to official documents. In 2009, various government ministries have denied requests for official documents on such issues as the Indian-Pakistani and India-China wars and the mole in the Prime Minister's Office (PMO) during Indira Gandhi's term. It reports that many ministries are also violating the law that requires files older than 25 years to be declassified.

The article reports on the plan of the Indian government to make changes to its civil service examinations. The current system is said to require applicants to go through processes, such as passing the preliminary and main exams, and then an interview. Starting in 2011, the Union Public Service Commission plans to replace the civil services exam with a civil service aptitude test (CSAT), which has an optional and a general studies paper. The plan is to make entrance a more level playing field for all candidates, but some have accused it of being biased.

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The article offers news briefs from India. Topics discussed include ban on the running of 15 years old vehicles in Delhi imposed by the National Green Tribunal (NGT), ban on the use of plastic bags, and ban on sales of loose cigarettes. It also mentions punishment to be given on burning plastics and leaves that add pollution according to NGT.

The article reports that the Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) issued its outcome report from its consultation paper on network neutrality. It mentions that TRAI's recommendations focus on direct forms of technical discrimination that telecom service providers could use to treat web content to favour their own monetary benefits over those of users. It presents information on initiatives taken by India for preventing rise of economic discrimination on the internet.

The article discusses the aim of Vardhman Mahavir Medical College and Safdarjung Hospital (VMMC-SJH) to advance the field of medical education in India. According to principal Jayshree Bhattacharjee, the faculty at VMMC-SJH try to integrate social values in students' overall education. Students have also participated in several medical conferences at the national and international levels.

The article features the Hoozinc lifestyle store in Hyderabad, India, the "Diva Green - A Vegetarian Cookbook" from Chef Ritu Dalmia, and the Hand-to-Mouth concept from Truffles Cafe also in Hyderabad.

The article discusses new documents which prove the complicity of yet more prominent Indian politicians in the 2G spectrum scandal as of October 2011. The "India Today" magazine claims the papers show that Union Home Minister Palaniappan Chidambaram acted with the help of others, and if proven, will require his resignation and jeopardize his United Progressive Alliance (UPA) party. A detailed bulletin of the scam's progression from 2008 till it unraveled in 2011, is presented.

The article identifies the tourist and commercial landmarks in Pondicherry, India, including the Dune Eco Village & Spa, the Government Museum, and the two-century old Botanical Gardens.

The article discusses artwork as lucrative investment in India. It cites several notable artwork sales, including the "Nude, Green Leaves and Bust" painting by Pablo Picasso and "The Saurashtra" painting by Syed Haider Raza. An overview of the Indian art market is provided, including works of various artists. Copal Arts chief mentor Ajay Seth advises first-time investor to take advice from experts and to buy artworks of renowned artists.

The article discusses the ongoing investigations by the Indian Central Bureau of Intelligence (CBI) against S Tel for its alleged involvement in the 2G scam as of May 2011. A telecommunications firm, S Tel is accused of buying illegal 2G bandwidth allotment, according to a paper trail linking it to several organizations which participated in the disbursement of spectrum allocations without government consent. It reports that S Tel originally tried to sue the government for threatening to cancel its services, but later withdrew its claims.

The article reports that YSR Congress chief Y.S. Jaganmohan Reddy is facing a major challenge in the bypoll for the Kadapa Lok Sabha constituency in India, as several candidates named Y. Jaganmohan Reddy have also filed nominations papers for the bypoll.

The article focuses on wallpapers which are gaining popularity in India. According to Marshalls Wallpapers chief executive officer Mona Menon, wallpapers give the vibe and warmth that a painted wall cannot replicate, and the ease of installation, the quality and durability make it work for Indian interiors. The company provides patrons with a wide range by stocking up on leading labels like Marburg and Rasch from Germany and Belgium's Grand Deco and Omexco.