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The dance floors are deserted and the bar counters are empty. Take a round of any of the hitherto happening pubs and discs in the city and you'll see what we mean. So why have all the parties dried up in the city? Well, the examination fever may be a reason, but there is one more cause that has silently put the lid on parties. [ABSTRACT FROM PUBLISHER]

The debate about live-in relationships ceases to end. Some feel that live-ins are a way of testing the water before marriage while for others the major impetus is convenience. But the one fact that everyone agrees on is that the decision depends entirely on individual choice. People feel that the new generation is open to live-ins and gradually the scenario is set to change in favour of such relationships. [ABSTRACT FROM PUBLISHER]

In the wake of Monday's theft at Punjab National Bank on Panch Batti, After Hrs decided to discuss city safety issues with Jaipur residents. Many of them feel that the law and order situation has gone out of hand and strong measures need to be taken. Despite having turned their houses into impregnable forts with the help of safety devices, we found that they still feel safer with the age-old chowkidar around.  [ABSTRACT FROM PUBLISHER]

A few years ago, Jaipur didn't have many malls, fastfood joints or takeaways. Pollution was not much heard of and children preferred playing outdoors instead of spending most of their waking hours in front of playstations and Xboxes. [ABSTRACT FROM PUBLISHER]

Missed out on that beautiful dress at the exhibition? Couldn't buy those jewel-studded earrings? Found a painting way too expensive to fit the budget? Blame it on the recession, but even festivals like Navratris or Gangaur have failed to enthuse city shopaholics. They are clutching onto their purses tightly. And if you don't believe us, you have only to talk to some of the exhibitors at the recent retail exhibitions. [ABSTRACT FROM PUBLISHER]

When a puppet show comes to  town, is your first reaction 'let me tell the kids to check it out'? "It is misconception that [ABSTRACT FROM PUBLISHER]

There are old pilots and there are bold pilots, but there are no old bold pilots, goes the saying. But we chanced upon some old (read experienced) pilots who turned out to be pretty bold too! We are talking about the pilots of the Indian Air Force formation aerobatic team, Suryakiran, who are here for their Rajasthan Day air show. [ABSTRACT FROM PUBLISHER]

Two years ago, Sydney blacked out for an hour! Last year, 400 cities across the world went dark! And these were no power cuts plunging world-class cities into darkness. It was the beginning of a revolution to save our only planet. It was Earth Hour and it's back to show that not only has this movement gained momentum, but that more than a billion people across 2,000 cities the world over will turn out the lights of their homes and offices to tell world leaders that they want something done. So, do not fret if you see the Pink City go dark between 8.30-9.30pm on March 28. [ABSTRACT FROM PUBLISHER]

The city is going to go on what can only be described as a fasting spree with Navratras from today. But that does not stop foodies from eating good food especially when the city has a new outlet dedicated to "fast" food. And we are not talking about a western food concept here. [ABSTRACT FROM PUBLISHER]

It is a blessing when an occasion is graced by grace personified. ANJALI KAPOOR was at Janhvi, the exhibition-cum-sale, [ABSTRACT FROM PUBLISHER]

This group of young people won't rest until the point they are trying to make gets through to their audience. The talented foursome is called Aawam and their aim is to stir the curiosity of the common man and urge him to question authorities whenever in doubt about a situation. [ABSTRACT FROM PUBLISHER]

Most men are wary of women drivers, but on Saturday, they had no option but to assist their WAGs (read wives and girlfriends) as they took charge of the wheel and [ABSTRACT FROM PUBLISHER]

It's nothing short of a high, pun quite intended. For when you're perched 300 ft above Jaipur at  Chulgiri, the crisp air mixing with an adrenalin rush and the creak of the rope and harness that's about to aid you to go over the mountainside, it's a heady feeling alright! [ABSTRACT FROM PUBLISHER]

Life is a box of chocolate. You never know what you gonna get." Do you remember the name of the film where this line is from? And do you recall the expressions on Mohammed's face in Colours of Paradise? [ABSTRACT FROM PUBLISHER]

Women of the city, rejoice! It is time to indulge heavily into something we all cannot do without. It's time to shop! [ABSTRACT FROM PUBLISHER]

What are the major health concerns in cities like Jaipur? [ABSTRACT FROM PUBLISHER]

In the age of drums, guitars and electronic music, getting to hear folk songs from the heartland is a rarity. A group of folk artists from different places came together on one platform to give everyone a delightful evening of folk music. [ABSTRACT FROM PUBLISHER]

It may be time to down some bhang and get a pichkari to attack the nearest person with a spray of colourful water. But for some, it is time to pack their bags and leave the city for a brief [ABSTRACT FROM PUBLISHER]

Don't turn off the lights... sang Enrique Iglesias. If he had to rework the song in 2009, he would certainly remove the word 'don't' from it. Why? Because on March 28, millions of people across the globe, including Jaipur, are going to turn off not just the lights but all unwanted electrical appliances between 8.30-9.30 pm to take a stand against global warming. [ABSTRACT FROM PUBLISHER]

The Pink City is flaunting a different hue these days. It's the hue of black on white and comes hardbound or in paperback. The heritage city is transforming into a major literary hub with literature festivals, reading sessions and book launches happening in quick succession. [ABSTRACT FROM PUBLISHER]

It's that time of the year when students have to spend long tedious hours bending over black and white that refuses to sink in, its boards for class 10 and 12. Board examinations not only trouble the students but their parents too. The anxiety levels during this period make students suffer from a lot of disorders, loss of appetite and upset stomach being the most common ones. DNA organised a cooking workshop to teach the ladies how to cook things that are light yet nutritious and healthy. Chef Sadhu Ram taught to make the perfect corn and coriander shorba, yogurt coleslaw, soya kathi rolls and chocolate munchies at Park Prime on Saturday. [ABSTRACT FROM PUBLISHER]

I have been watching the awards show on television and it is really a fabulous achievement as Indian creativity has been recognised. It is not the talking point whether the director is Indian or not, but the point is that people who really made it happen by and large were Indians. It was shot in India and its star cast was Indian. We should appreciate the effort that has brought India into limelight.-Piyush Pandey, ad guru [ABSTRACT FROM PUBLISHER]

The nation went mad with fury when terrorists caused havoc at our beloved Taj Mahal Hotel in Mumbai recently. People demonstrated their anger through candlelight vigils and protest rallies. The Sarojini Nagar blasts in Delhi a few years ago and the reactions that followed compelled author Mukul Deva to vent out his feelings in the form of his book, Lashkar. After having written short stories, self help and coffee table books military fiction has caught Deva's fantasy. [ABSTRACT FROM PUBLISHER]

Huge wrought iron gates with a watchman to swing them open, a pebbled driveway with never-ending lawns on each side leading straight to a palace-like house painted white, a carpeted entrance and classy interiors...That's the definition of a dream house for most of us! [ABSTRACT FROM PUBLISHER]

They say, love is difficult to confess and impossible to hide. But in reality, it is the gifts given in love that are difficult to conceal. [ABSTRACT FROM PUBLISHER]

Pssst... do you know, the special vehicle used by the US army to invade the hilly terrain of Afghanistan is in the city!? No, no, it's not tanks we are talking about but all-terrain vehicles (ATVs) that anyone can drive and a few can own too. Manufactured by Polaris, a company based in the US, these beautiful demons are distributed by Trans Asia [ABSTRACT FROM PUBLISHER]

The mere mention of five star hotels creates an image of plush interiors, discreet service and a certain standoffishness. But times, they are a changin' and city hotels are in the middle of this change. [ABSTRACT FROM PUBLISHER]

'Hey you...whatzzz upp?!!' [ABSTRACT FROM PUBLISHER]

'This car was owned by Maharaja...' 'I procured this car from His Excellency...' 'This car belonged to the Queen of...' A number of cars at the 11th vintage and car rally and exhibition belonged to erstwhile kings and queens of various states. AFTER HRS chanced upon two participants, who talked about three interesting-looking cars sans any royal connect. [ABSTRACT FROM PUBLISHER]

Rupendra & Jaishree Periwal [ABSTRACT FROM PUBLISHER]

Monday is certainly not the best day of the week for most of us, but with five rock bands performing on one platform, this Monday is sure to rock. For all those rockaholics in town, Ravindra Rang Manch is the place to be on February 9 at 6pm, to get high on rock music. A charity gig, 'Sonic Mantra' has been organised by DNA and rock band Glitch, the proceeds of which will go towards the treatment of a cancer patient. Bands Shlok, Oceans, Immortals, Scaremonger and Glitch will entrance you to the sound of rolling drums and guitars. [ABSTRACT FROM PUBLISHER]

So, you own a Mercedes, BMW and a Ferrari? Big deal! Those may be the hottest cars available, but the real queens of the road are the Bentleys, the Rolls Royces and the Jaguars from the 1920s and the '30s. Set to hit the streets in style on Sunday, these gleaming beauties can put to shame all those similar-looking owned-by-several people cars. "This year, the rally has about 91 cars from Pune, Jaipur and Delhi participating," says well-known vintage car collector Sudhir Kasliwal, vice president of the Rajputana Automotive Sports Car Club. [ABSTRACT FROM PUBLISHER]

Conserve forests. Protect the wild. Preserve nature. Slogans such as these were scribbled on the message board and discussed with conservationists on the second day of the DNA photography exhibition, Jungle Lore at Chaturdik Gallery, Jawahar Kala Kendra on Tuesday. [ABSTRACT FROM PUBLISHER]

It's eight pm and liquor shops have shut down. There's a 20 per cent VAT on IMFL liquor! If a woman enters a pub, she could get beaten up! [ABSTRACT FROM PUBLISHER]

What would Maharaja Sawai Ram Singh II have done had the concept of fine-dining restaurants existed during his era? Well, he would have certainly blessed the Albert Hall with one. [ABSTRACT FROM PUBLISHER]

Babul mohe raja ke ghar na dijo, mohe raaj karna na aaye. Babul, mohe lohaar ke ghar de dijo, jo meri zanjire de pighlaye... deep soulful poetry, a book launch and a number of performances from across the world made up for the conclusion of the fourth day of the Jaipur Lit Fest at Diggi Palace on [ABSTRACT FROM PUBLISHER]

Chain ek pal nahi...aur koi hal nahi... the lyrics of the popular song by the Pakistan band, Junoon suits the Cold War-like situation between India and Pakistan. The founder of the band, Salman Ahmed was in the city to perform at the Jaipur Lit Fest on Thursday night  and enthralled the audience with Bulla ki jana mai kaun, Sayonee and Dama dam mast [ABSTRACT FROM PUBLISHER]

What inspired you to write this book? [ABSTRACT FROM PUBLISHER]

It happens like this. A group of 50 married couples renew their vows, Hindi soap opera ishtyle, on Tuesday afternoon. The venue of this 'romantic' milaap sequence is the SMS Convention Centre where the cast and crew of 'Yeh Rishta Kya Kehlata Hai,' a new soap on Star Plus, have gathered to promote the programme. [ABSTRACT FROM PUBLISHER]

While all sectors of industries seem to be getting affected by the ongoing recession in the world markets, the Indian book publishing market is going great guns. The book publishing market in India stands at approximately Rs7,000 crore and is growing at a rate of over 15 per cent every year. [ABSTRACT FROM PUBLISHER]

What is the connection between Jaipur, the Golden Globe Awards and Hollywood beauties Sandra Bullock, Megan Fox and Maria Menounos? Puzzled as to what was so Jaipur about the Golden Globe Awards? Well, it was the jewelry worn by these Hollywood A-listers at the event that did Jaipur proud. The jewelry is a part of the new collection of the Amrapali store, which has adorned many Hollywood celebrities in the past with the designs and colours of Jaipur. [ABSTRACT FROM PUBLISHER]

Step into the shoes of a tourist for a while. New to a place, you would want to experience all aspects of its art, culture and heritage and get a first hand feel of them all. Starting from the hotel you check in, you would expect your visit to leave you with lifetime memories. In a bid to give the guests a cherishable experience and break away from the monotony of similar hotels, Le Meridien Hotel has transformed the 'arrival experience.' [ABSTRACT FROM PUBLISHER]

Tell us something about your collection-The Garden of Un-earthly Desires. [ABSTRACT FROM PUBLISHER]

A historic haveli set at the foot of the Aravali hills with its royal grandeur is an unexpected site for an exhibition of a technicolour sculpture garden with cactus, densely-embroidered and crawling monstrous flesh-pink arthropods and dark, hirsute hybrids. [ABSTRACT FROM PUBLISHER]

Planning to buy furniture? Go visit an art gallery near you. You read right. Art gallery is correct, this is no typo. This advice is being handed out in wake of a unique painting-cum-furniture exhibition put up by painter Mukesh Salvi and furniture company, 91 Degree at the Samanvai art gallery. [ABSTRACT FROM PUBLISHER]

The sight of a large group of women in fine clothes, dripping jewelry and polished to perfection in the lobby of Hotel Clarks Amer could have been mistaken for a kitty party club. But these are the members of FICCI Ladies Organisation (FLO) gathered in Jaipur for their silver jubilee interstate meet. They have taken out time from their packed schedule to debate on serious issues concerning their businesses in these competitive days. From managing their homes to managing their business, they have been juggling responsibilities with élan. [ABSTRACT FROM PUBLISHER]

What are the major issues faced by women entrepreneurs? [ABSTRACT FROM PUBLISHER]

What is the difference between the haircut you got at a makeshift saloon under a peepal tree and the one you got at a reputed saloon? The difference is in the parameters kept in mind while giving you the haircut. A Ghajini look might suit Aamir Khan but not you and me. "Personality, height, complexion, age and profession are important factors to be kept in mind while styling a person's hair. A government servant's hairstyle cannot be same as that of college student's," says Jawed Habib, the man with the golden scissors, [ABSTRACT FROM PUBLISHER]

Move over Henri Fayol and Fredrick Taylor with your principals of management, pack your books, all you gyan gurus, for the commerce students of St Anselm's School, Malviya Nagar have a new way of polishing their management skills. [ABSTRACT FROM PUBLISHER]

The stall stands apart from the many other stalls at the Saras Craft Mela being held at JKK. While most stalls are selling crafts (as the mela's name suggests), the stall by the Infrastructure Leasing and Financial Services Cluster Development Initiative Limited (IL&FS-CDI) displays cotton shirts made by students during the training process under the brand name, 'Seam,' [ABSTRACT FROM PUBLISHER]