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Birth Centenary Tribute to Kala Guru Bishnu Prasad Rabha |
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Written by Purabi Sharma
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Monday, 01 June 2009 03:22 |
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Bishnu Prasad Rabha (1909-1969), popularly known as Kola guru, was a man of versatile personality. Rabha was an artiste, a writer, a dedicated researcher of art, culture and literature as well as an advocate of social reformation. He spoke for the liberation and unification of the exploited and downtrodden people belonging to diverse castes and communities. He was born in Dhaka, a part of undivided India, now in Bangladesh. He played an active rule as a freedom fighter for the independence of India. |
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How to select the best career for yourself |
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Written by Rhituparna Bhattacharyya
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Friday, 15 May 2009 06:03 |
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Deciding what is the best career option for you is one of the most essential tasks of your life. It is for you to decide in which direction you want to move. Just enervating yourself by contemplating on what others tell you to do , you will end up achieving nothing. It is much wiser to analyze your own skills and decide which career will take you to the acme of success. Always keep in mind that once you decide something and take a certain course, it will not be easy for you to reverse that course and start again with something new. So, it is always wiser to think and research on what you want to do and then start. Here are some tips, I found on a certain website which can help you decide if a certain career is right for you. |
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Written by Bimal Singha
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Friday, 24 April 2009 15:06 |
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I would like introduce with a little quote of the day as PLANT A LITTLE TREE OF LOVE EVERY DAY AND SEE THE MIRACLE, THIS WORLD IS YOURS!
Getting emotional is obvious but to come out strong positively is a big challenge. At work we come across various situations where we may feel frustrated. Particularly, I would like to discuss a situation where we face BAD BOSSES. Bad boss may be described as the bosses who ignores your ideas, talk down to you, bad mouthed and even ignore to talk to you. In that situation you may feel like leaving him/her/organisation and even tend to confront with him. If you leave him/her/organization for this reason you would have a bad taste and feel like looser; on the other hand if you confront him/her, thing would look ugly.
I have jolted down few points which I feel may be helpful to face BAD BOSSES; and come out victorious. The points are as follows -
- Do not respond in hurry: The reality is to be practical. Responding then and there may not be the correct thing to do, on the other hand it will turned out to be indiscipline from your part. In that case, a wise subordinate will wait and consume the heat; look at himself/herself and wait for the right time.
- Play the Game: If you feel your Boss is unfair to you, PLAY THE REAL GAME; don't let it get sour, still make a positive note and maintain a can-do attitude. Your perseverance would be noted and tried at various level!
- Organise and prepare yourself: Focus on your work and highlight the tangible results you have produced. Your performance should be always above projection. Collect recomendations and references from clients, peers, industry pros, etc. and develop a positive repo.
- Forge alliances: When you are in an organisation you need to open your eye and ear. Show your willingness to contribute in the areas where you can make a difference. Build a relationship with a mentor or your boss's own boss, too. They can provide direction, intelligence, and even a reference. Beyond that, get involved in corporate initiatives, such as community outreach or strategic planning. Stay visible and broaden your circle to counter that.
- Don't jump into Conclusion: Bottom line is "Management is often grueling and thankless. We all need someone to blame, but give your boss a little empathy. Don't mistake the person for the perception. They're usually far more complex than your caricature". And your boss may simply be unaware of his or her behavior and it's impact on you.
- Keep your boss in the loop: Train yourself to ask the right questions, clarify, and work through the details. This is perfect training for what's really important in business: anticipation, flexibility, relationship-building, collaboration, and execution (not to mention making your boss look good). Ask what traits or skills you need to develop to reach the next level. Ask for specifics; look at establishing benchmarks to measure your growth. What's more, become a true partner with your boss.
- Focus on the big picture: Absorb those daily humiliations, so you never become like your boss. Most important, don't write off the message because of the messenger. Your boss didn't reach this level by accident. Be open to criticisms and suggestions. You'll likely miss some valuable nuggets if you completely tune out your boss. Focus on gaining the right experience, building your interpersonal skills, and policing your attitude.
- Wait and Watch: If your boss really is a jerk, chances are the clock is ticking on him or her. Charm, connections, and reputation only give bosses so much rope. They'll inevitably drop their guard and slip up with someone higher up - and it won't be pretty. You have bigger things ahead of you. Believe it and carry on.
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Tips for a happy relationship |
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Written by Rhituparna Bhattacharyya
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Sunday, 03 May 2009 09:19 |
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In today’s date, relationship has become an impalpable term. Many people have become victim of splits Ville. In this fast age, people don’t have time to ponder over relationships. If there is even a minor difference in a certain issue, no one is ready compromise. Why do such things happen? Can’t we make our relationship sweet rather than bitter? Is it wrong if we compromise with our partner for a small issue in order to maintain our relationship? These are some questions whose answers rest within us. It depends on us as to how we nourish our relationship. Divorce and breakup are certainly not the first option for any issues. Here are some tips for all those who want to maintain a happy and healthy relationship. It's important to keep a light mood in a relationship. While trust and maturity are important to a relationship, it's important to be lighthearted. Relationships are supposed to make us happy; many of us often forget this simple fact and end up getting nothing but grief and stress. Be sure that you can joke with your partner, and that they can poke fun at you. Try your best not to focus on your differences. If the two of you are in disagreement on a topic, discuss it once and then try to avoid the issue if you're still in conflict. The more differentiation between the two individuals in a relationship, the more problems generally arise. For that reason, it's important to keep conflicts to a minimum. Keep things interesting. While routines can be simple to follow, it's important to think outside of the box in your relationship to keep an aspect of excitement present. Take a spontaneous trip, or pick up a new hobby with your loved one to help add a little touch of excitement to the relationship. It often works wonders in helping couples that have been going through the same motions for years and years. Be sure to forgive each other when problems arise. The more that you let a problem stew inside of you, the more likely you are to blow up when the issue comes up in conversation. That's not fair for your partner, so discuss things, as they need to be discussed, and then leave the issues in the past unless a future experience merits further discussion of it. If living together, or seeing each other altogether too often, it's important to get some time away from your loved one. Being apart for a little while shows you that the things that you may take for granted in your relationship may be more important than you realize. Being able to lead your own lives is important in a relationship, and it is not a factor that should be brushed to the side. |
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Rongali Bihu is here. It’s the time to make merry. |
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Written by Rhituparna Bhattacharyya
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Saturday, 18 April 2009 08:32 |
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“Bihu anondia, Bihu binondia
Bihur mou mitha hat
Bihur ba lagi bihua kokair e
Deu dhoni lagise gat.”
The breathtaking hills and valleys of Assam come alive with the sound of Rongali Bihu again this year. A festival that marks the change of season, Bihu is accompanied both by prayer and great rejoicing. One of the seven northeastern states of India (which are also known as the Seven Sisters), Assam is renowned for its picturesque landscape, exotic fauna and fun-loving people.
Origin of Festival
Originating in the pre-Aryan days around 3500 b.c., the festival of Bihu used to last for a whole month, though nowadays work pressure has reduced it to a week. A no holds barred dancing session is the most intriguing part of the festival and symbolizes the fertility rites of the original inhabitants of the hilly regions of the northeast in India. The farmers fancied that the erotic content of the songs would sexually arouse the earth’s body, leading to an abundant harvest.
Bohag Bihu or Rongali Bihu, the first of the three Bihus, is celebrated in the month of April on the dates coinciding with the sankranti, or baisakh (13, 14 and 15 April).
Festival Celebration During The Assamese New Year
According to the solar calendar that the Assamese follow, the New Year usually falls on 14th April. Brilliantly coloured flowers and luxuriant foliage dress the whole of Assam in all the hues of the rainbow during the month of April. An abundance of kopoful (orchids), mostly purple in colour, in unusual shapes and sizes adorn the trees, and the bhebel creepers are in full bloom creating an enchanting kaleidoscope of colours.
The vivid attire of the Assamese youth and the colourful accessories like kopoful adorning the hair of the young lasses blend with the hues of nature, spreading joy and good cheer. The day is marked with dancing.
Gamocha Weaving for Dance
Assamese women are experts at weaving the gamocha, a towel with intricately woven designs, ceremonially presented as any bihu (bihu presents) to the men of the family. A young girl too may gift these beautiful souvenirs to her beau as a token of love. Young lads love to flaunt their prizes by tying them around their waist or as headbands while dancing. But things start warming up as the Bihu Dals approach. Now a few words about the bihu dals. They are wandering minstrels who come visiting through the week, dancing and singing devotional songs (husori) in praise of Lord Krishna (the black god of the Hindus), invoking his blessings for health, wealth and happiness. They sing to the accompaniment of an eclectic collection of musical instruments like the dhol (drum), pepa (made of buffalo horn), gogona (made from bamboo and held between the teeth) and small cymbals. Bihu dals along with other groups gather in open grounds called bihu tolis where dancing competitions and beauty pageants are held, and the winners get to see their names in print in the local newspapers.
Goru Bihu
The first day or goru bihu also called uruka falls on the day of sankranti and is devoted to the cow that is considered to be a sacred animal in India. The rationale behind the worshipping of cows is very simple. They are the greatest assets of a farmer because not only do they produce milk but also help plough fields, transport men, crop and so on. A lot of tender, loving care is showered on cows on this day, starting with bathing them in the pond. The horns and hooves are brushed with whisks made from deegholoti or makheati (lilsoca salocrfolea). A mixture of twigs, turmeric and moong dal (pulses) acts as a disinfectant, and is applied as a paste. A hearty meal of gourd and brinjal is fed to the cows after which their foreheads are marked with vermilion. As the night falls, the tired but satiated cows are led back to their sheds and thoroughly cleansed. Only then does the household sit down for a sumptuous meal of assorted preparations of chirwa (flat rice) and a mind-boggling array of sweets.
The following day is welcomed as manuhor bihu or the bihu of human beings. The Assamese celebrate their New Year on this day. A lavish feast called bihu khabo loi is laid out for the day and married daughters along with other relatives are invited to partake of the meal. On this day, delicacies such as pitha (made from rice and coconut), laddoo (made from shredded coconut) and til laddoo (made from sesame seed) are prepared. Of course, no festival in India is complete without buying new clothes and Bihu is no exception. Everyone receives gamochas as presents from the ladies of the house. Women look very graceful in their new mekhela chadar, woven with the golden-coloured muga silk that is indigenous to Assam. The chic look is completed with the accessories like gumkharu made from an alloy of silver and gold nuggets found in the rivers.
Gabhoru Bihu
Gabhoru bihu falls on the third day of the festival and is earmarked as the day for young ladies. The fair maidens of Assam look gorgeous in their muga silk wear and ornate gumkharu. The orchids adorning the hair of the ladies add a whimsical touch to the formality of the outfit. Swaying to the beat of the toka (drum) and gogona (made from bamboo held between the teeth), the women dance the night away under the gentle breeze of banyan trees. Couplets are created spontaneously. Starting with a slow tempo, the rhythm builds up to a crescendo. Once the merrymaking is over, it is customary to present fermented betel leaves over a gamocha to the dancers. On the final day, the festivities end on a religious note wherein families inscribe a mantra (religious hymn of the Hindus) on the leaves of nahar pat (Indian ironwood tree). Through this mantra, Lord Shiva (the Destroyer in the Holy Hindu Trinity of Creator-Preserver-Destroyer) is invoked to protect everyone against disease, storms and rain, and to bring peace and prosperity in the forthcoming year. Reference –www.indiasite.com |
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