Thousands turn up to bid adieu to Ishmeet

LUDHIANA/PUNJAB: As the body of 19-year-old Ishmeet Singh made its last journey from his home to the cremation ground in Ludhiana on Thursday, commoners and celebrities turned up in force to bid a tearful farewell to the "Voice of India". Mystery still surrounds his death in the swimming pool of a Maldives hotel, but that he was much loved was evident from the presence of thousands of mourners, among them Bollywood singers and Punjab Chief Minister Parkash Singh Badal. Residents of this industrial city couldn't help but remember how they had turned out with drums, crackers and sweets to celebrate Ishmeet's ascent as the winner of the "Voice of India" show in November. "I cannot believe he is no more. His face had a look of satisfaction. I felt that he would just get up and start singing in his sweet voice again. God has not been fair in giving him so much in life and then snatching away the life in a second," said Rajbir Singh, a resident of Sarabha Nagar who had come to Ishmeet's modest home. Among the crowds were Gajendra Singh - the man behind most of the successful reality shows on various TV channels, singer Abhijeet - who treated Ishmeet like his son - and popular Punjabi singer Hans Raj Hans. Shops in the area remained closed for the second day to mark respect to Ishmeet.

18 bombs defused in Surat; 3 suspects detained

SURAT/AHMEDABAD: Terror clouds hung ominously over the diamond city of Surat as 18 bombs ticking in residential areas were defused by police which suspected a sinister design to spread panic in the state. ( Watch ) Three suspects - Abdul Qadir, Hasil Mohammad and Hussain Ibrahim - were detained near Limbi on Rajkot-Ahmedabad highway in Surendranagar district while they were leaving Ahmedabad soon after Saturday's synchronised blasts that took several lives and left over 145 injured. Their possible links with outlawed SIMI and 'Indian Mujahideen', which has warned of more terror strikes, are being investigated, police said. All the bombs were recovered in a span of four hours from different parts of Varacha area, housing most of Surat's diamond processing units, putting pressure on the city's bomb disposal squad. Three bombs were deactivated in the Mini Diamond Market area, three in Labeshwar, Santoshinagar and Matavadi localities and three under the Varacha-Kapodra flyover. The contents of the neutralised explosive devices have been sent for forensic analysis. "This seems to be an attempt to distract attention from Ahmedabad serial blasts or they are planning to strike somewhere else," a senior state government functionary claimed. A top police official felt the manner in which the bombs were placed indicated that the purpose was something else, possibly a "sinister" game plan aimed at spreading panic in the state. This view was shared by a government minister who contended that terrorists are not fools to allow people and police to trace the bombs in such large numbers. "We have found explosives from 18 places in Surat which have been defused by the police. I thank the people of Surat for their cooperation in these difficult times," Surat Police Commissioner R M S Brar told reporters. "There is no need to panic. I request you not to go to crowded places unnecessarily," he advised the people.
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BOLLYWOOD

Katrina upset with Salman, plans to go her separate way

Rumours are rife that one of the hottest couples in Bollywood, Salman Khan and Katrina Kaif, is heading for splitsville. The final blow to their relationship came in the form of the spat between Salman and Shah Rukh Khan on Katrina's birthday.After splitting from his former girlfriend Aishwarya Rai, Salman had finally cashed in all his emotions on Katrina, but he seems to have lost her too as she is quite upset with him. Industry sources said Katrina is no mood to forgive him for his behaviour with Shah Rukh on her birthday which attracted much media attention.The sources said that after the incident Salman and Katrina are not on talking terms.'Katrina is blaming Salman for the entire episode,' said a common friend.Katrina opined that Salman should have restrained himself as he was playing the host. 'But certain things are not in anyone's control and it is destined to happen,' Katrina told a leading TV channel in an interview.A close friend of Salman said: 'He is good at heart. He took initiative for the party to please Katrina. But everything went wrong.'Salman and Katrina's relationship was already going through a rough patch. Katrina's ambition is the reason for Salman's anguish. The British-born actress has long stopped taking his advice regarding her professional life, which irked the actor.Salman, who is known for his hot temper, had objections to Katrina's choice of films, her co stars and even the outfits she wore for some films

KANYAKUMARI TRAVEL

Kanniyakumari Travel
Kanniyakumari is famous for its spectacular sunrises and sunsets, especially on full moon days, The beach itself is a beautiful sight with lmuklti-colouted sand. There is a lightoused form where one can get a panoramic view. The Government museum offers a good collection of sculptural art crafts of Tamil Nadu. At the southern most tip of India, where the Arabian Sea, the Indian Ocean and the Bay of Bengal meet, liles Kanniyakumari, an important pilgrim centre.

Fairs & Festivals in Kanniya Kumari :
Chithra Pournami Festival-April /May.
Navarathri-Septemlber/October.
Annual Holy Festival of R.C.Church- Second week of December.
Skanda Shasti- Tiruchendur, Cape festival- Kanniyakumari
Katta Bomman Festival- Panchalamkurichi, Saral Festival- Courtallam.

Places of Worship :
Temple : Kumari Amman Temple, Suchilndrum Temple, Guganathasmy (Siva)Temple and Kumarakoil.
Church St. : Mary's Church.
Mosque : Jamiah Masjid.

Access : Air : The nearest Airport is at Thiruavananthapuram (87kms).
Rail : Kanniyakumari is well connected with all important cities.
Road : Kanniyakkumari is well connected bny road.
Local Transport : Town bus service, Tourist taxi and auto rickshaws are available.
Restaurent : Hotel Tamil Nadu and Restaurant at Vivekanandapuram.
Shopping : Poompuhar Handicrafts Emporium.

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MADHYA PRADESH TRAVEL

Top-Rated Attractions Ship Palace (Jahaz Mahal) Khajuraho Temples Buddhist Monuments at Sanchi Kandariya Mahadev Temple Lakshmana Temple Echo Point Rock Shelters of Bhimbetka Bandhavgarh National Park Bandhavgarh National Park Gwalior
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EXCITING JAIPUR - JAIPUR HOTELS

Jaipur is better known as the Pink City, owing to the distinctive pink shade that covers its houses and walls. Jaipur is credited with being one of the most well-planned cities, complete with majestic palaces, forts and temples. One of the most important structures of Jaipur is the City Palace, which houses within itself several beautiful palaces and temples. Jaipur's most recognised feature is the Jantar Mantar Observatory, which is one of the only functional observatories built by Sawai Jai Singh II. Also well-recognised in Jaipur is the red and pink sandstone Hawa Mahal or Palace of Winds. This palace was built to let the royal ladies watch the proceedings of the bazaars in the Jaipur city, without being seen themselves. Another important landmark in Jaipur is the Amber Fort, located on a hillock overlooking the Maota Lake. The huge gateways and temple inside are worth watching. Jaipur is known for its several havelis and you're sure to find at least one in every corner. Along with sightseeing, Jaipur is also popular for its Rajasthani cuisine, which includes both vegetarian and non-vegetarian delicacies. The markets of Jaipur are also interesting, and they offer a large variety of footwear, jewellery and Rajasthani handicrafts.

Rambagh Palace, Jaipur
Rs. 11,000

Owned and managed by the Taj Group of Hotels, the hotel is spread across 47 acres of garden. The hotel has 106 rooms, including 4 suites, all decorated in Rajasthani style. The hotel is located close to the main shopping areas and sightseeing options. more...


The Oberoi Rajvilas, Jaipur
Rs. 20,250

One of the most luxurious and preferred hotels, The Oberoi Rajvilas is set amidst finely landscaped gardens. Along with strikingly beautiful rooms, the hotel also has a choice of restaurants, health club, business centre and swimming pool. more...


Jai Mahal Palace, Jaipur
Rs. 9,000

Jai Mahal Palace is one of the most royal hotels in Jaipur. Built like a palace, the hotel is set in 18 acres of landscaped garden. The hotel is centrally located with easy access to major tourist attractions. more...


SMS Hotel, Jaipur
Rs. 4,500

A Taj Hotel property, the SMS Hotel is set amidst 4 acres of luxurious gardens. The hotel has 21-rooms and is situated close to the major business and shopping areas of Jaipur. more...


Ramgarh Lodge, Jaipur
Rs. 3,700

Located in the Aravalli Hills of Jaipur, this was once a hunting lodge of the Maharajas of Jaipur. It has several room types as well as a restaurant that serves Indian and continental delicacies. more...


Fortune Hotel Bella Casa, Jaipur
Rs. 3,150

Located in the city centre, Fortune Hotel Bella Casa is one of the most modern hotels in Jaipur. It has 56 spacious rooms including Standard and Fortune Club rooms, which are fitted with all amenities. more...


Trident Hilton, Jaipur
Rs. 4,700

Located against the Aravalli Hills and overlooking the Mansagar Lake, Trident Hilton is located in the city centre. The hotel has 138 rooms that offer amenities including television, telephone, health clubs and business centers. more...


Country Inn and Suites, Jaipur
Rs. 5,647

A smart hotel, Country Inn & Suites is a 4-star hotel in the hub of Jaipur. It has a total of 100 rooms, its own shopping mall and restaurants. The hotel is modern, stylish and contemporary, and is perfect for a holiday. more...


Hotel Mansingh, Jaipur
Rs. 6,000

Located close to the major tourist attractions, Hotel Mansingh offers 100 contemporary rooms, which offer a host of facilities. It also has a 24-hour coffee shop, a multi-cuisine restaurant, business facilities and swimming pool. more...


Mansingh Towers, Jaipur
Rs. 6,500

Designed to cater to the business traveller, Mansingh Towers has a choice of 8 suites and 45 rooms. In addition, it offers a fully-equipped business centre, direct dial telephone, 24-hour room service and restaurants serving authentic Rajasthani cuisine. more...

There are a wide range of hotels in Jaipur, all located at convenient distances from the prime attractions of the city. Most Jaipur hotels are havelis-turned heritage hotels, and are a particularly interesting accommodation option. The hotels in Jaipur incloude a number of features, like room service, meals and b