Automatic Baggage Checking at Indira Gandhi International Airport

As we all know that , Indira Gandhi International Airport is under renovation. We hope that soon inconvenience faced by the passengers will end. To start with, a spokesperson of the Delhi International Airport Limited (DIAL), the airport developer of the Delhi airport, told IANS that trial runs for an ‘inline baggage system’ have begun that would not only enable baggage to get checked and assigned automatically while passengers wait for their boarding passes but also do away with x-rays.

“This would ease overcrowding at the manual x-ray machines,” the official said, adding that the new system was expected to bring respite to passengers.

“Once we have the two rows for inline baggage system by July 1 and six others in the next three weeks, passengers can directly walk to the check-in counter and receive their boarding pass while the baggage gets checked and assigned automatically,” he explained.

The inline baggage system is a combination of conveyor belts, bar code readers and inline baggage sorters. The passenger also need not stand in a separate queue for X-ray screening of bags before checking in.When the passenger deposits his baggage at the check-in counter, a modular system weighs and transports the luggage to a conveyor belt. Once the baggage is assigned a position, it proceeds to a security checkpoint.

thats great news!! soon passengers will not have to spend hours in getting their baggage checked. lets hope the system funtions well. i m keeping my fingers crossed.

Good Furniturez for ur Home

It is rightly said " Home is where the Heart is!!" . So why not put all our heart in furnishing our home. I will list some of the best furniture markets and options in delhi:-

1. Pragati Furniture - C-8 / 562, Sector-8, Rohini
New Delhi - 110 085
Tel:+(91)-(11)-27941334, 55288571
They have a wide range of products for Living room, Bedroom and Dining room. The items are Sofa sets, Sofa cum Beds, Computer Workstation, Center Tables, Side Tables, Side Boards, Double Beds, Telephone Stands, Dining Sets, Wood Wares, Glass Wares, Brass Wares etc. http://www.pragtifurniture.com/

2. Usha Shriram Enterprises Pvt. Ltd. - Block A, DDA Commercial Complex
Ring Road, Naraina
New Delhi - 110 028
Tel:+(91)-(11)-25770955,25770990/1/2/3
It is a leading online furniture store in this area and very popular and powerful brand in furniture. They sell their products both within the country and in many other countries across the world. http://www.ushafurniture.com/

3. Style Spa Furniture Ltd - Arora Timber , Ground Floor, 2/79, W.H.S, Kirti Nagar
New Delhi - 110 005

Tel:+(91)-(11)-25110811/25110812

Style Spa is the largest retailer of furniture in India with over 90 exclusive showrooms spanning the length and breadth of the country. It has a widest collection of furnitures for bed room, living room, dinning room etc.

4. Jail Road Market, Hari Nagar- explore the place for nice n affordable Furniture.

5. Woodmart - C-152 Okhla Phase- 1,
New Delhi - 110 020

Tel:+(91)-(11)-41755247 , 40524800

http://www.woodmart.in/

Woodmart has an extensive collection for the living, dining and bed room and its range of furniture accessories that include television cabinets, bars, nest of tables, telephone settees, tea trolleys.

6. Kidstuf Furnitures and Interiors - 75, Link Road, Lajpat Nagar - 3,
New Delhi - 110 024

Tel:+(91)-(11)-29837363, 51551881

Started in 1990, it has one of the most innovative and best quality designers range of furniture. It has a collection of lovely kiddies type furnitures like beds, baby cribes, wardobes, dressers, table/chairs and study tables.

http://www.kidstufindia.com/

7. Diamond Foam & Furnitures - K-4, Lajpat Nagar-II,Nr Reliance Web World,
Basement, Lajpat Nagar
New Delhi - 110 024

Tel:+(91)-(11)-41725166

Located in South Delhi, they deal in all type of wooden furniture for residential and office purpose.

8. Kirti Nagar Furniture Market- explore this market for imported n latest furniture items both for office as well as for your home.

if you know some more markets u may update me.

Pandara Road Special

Pandara Road market is famous eat out place in delhi.
Here you can choose from whole bunch of Restaurents,from Chinese to Indian,Mughalai etc..The tourist bus usually stops her for lunch time . The evenings are pleasant n cool. People ususally relax at india gate n dine out in the evenings here. You can find sum of the nice food restaurants here :-

1. HAVE MORE 11-12 Pandara Market,NewDelhi-110003.
2. Gulati Restaurant 6, Pandara Road Market,New Delhi-110 003 (INDIA)
3. Chicken Inn 13-14-15, Pandara Road Market, Delhi
4. Pindi 16, Pandara Road Market, Delhi
5. Ichiban, Road No. 9, Pandara Road, Landmark: Near Delhi Grid Udyog

Kalakriti-2008, handicrafts event in West Delhi

25 july,2008

There is a good news for folks in west delhi. TDI Mall and SOS Care India is organising handicraft and consumer item exhibition at TDI Mall, Rajouri Garden,11.am to 10.00 pm.for the next week .
So here is a place for all the traditional handicrafts lovers, and it offers nice ambience to hangout with friends n dear ones topped with good eating out.
So wats the plan for the weekend!!

Rakhi Gifts- Gifting Ideas

25th july, 08

Hey!! if you all thoughts rakhi is all about giving gifts to your sisters..wait times are changing and the nice dear sisters give gifts to their brothers also. today, i will discuss about various gift options for sisters and brothers.

Gifts for Brothers

1. T-shirts, Shirts
2. Wallets
3. Watches
4. Chocolates
5. Pen Sets
6. DVDs
7. Music CDs collection
8. Movie tickets for 2 [;)]
9. Coffee Mugs
10. Gift hampers, Shopping Vouchers
11. I-pods
12. Key Chains with their names engraved.
13. Pendants
14. Secret Diaries from archies
15. Digital diaries
16. Their favourite writer's novel ( if they like to read)
17. Perfumes, n body spray
18. Lucky charms
19. Photoframes with pics of both of you
20. gold/ silver rakhi /pearl rakhi
21. if budget is not an issue then cell phone is a good idea

For your Sister

1. Earrings- gold , silver, gold plated, designer
2. Ring
3. Chain
4. Chocolates
5. Dress
6. Dress Material
7. Take her for dining out
8. Perfume
9. Watch
10. Bracelet
11. movie ticket for 2
12. Gift voucher
13. Cosmetics hamper
14. Purse / bag
15. Pendant
16. Pearl set
17. bangles
18. Coffee mugs + combinations of various items
19. Cell phone/diamonds if money is not an issue
20. Cash

I am sure with these items packed in beautiful designs will make ur rakhi special !! so enjoy
You can visit archies in your neighbourhood for more gift ideas, jewellar for jewellary, or shop online (i.e http://rakhi.storeguru.com/) to name just a few.

The Magic of Dilli haat

In the heart of Delhi is situated, Dilli haat which is well known for its traditional Crafts Bazaar and irresistable food. You can expect very good crowd in the evening as the weather is pleasant. The entry fee is reasonable. In order to have the best items one needs to be a good bargainer.


If you luv traditional n antiques- wall hangings, khadi kurtas, terricotta pieces, rosewood and sandalwood carvings, embellished camel hide footwear, sophisticated fabric and drapery, gems, beads, metal crafts, and silk and wool fabrics, then it is the best place for you.

Other best part of it is its easy accessibility, it is situated right to the left of the Safderjung- AIIMS flyover.Other Dilli Haat has also come up in Pitampura, near TV Tower. It is spread over an area of 3 hectares and offers good underground parking.The shops are ok n the there are less options in food as compared to the Dilli haat in INA . But it is drawing huge audiences from east n west delhi. Must Visit at least once.

Oriflame Products in Delhi

Oriflame is a cosmetics company that sells high-quality natural skincare and cosmetic products through an independent sales force, outside the traditional retail environment. Direct sales allows customers to get advice and inspiration from people they know and trust. Buying direct is reliable and convenient.
Oriflame Cosmetics is today one of the world's fastest-growing cosmetics companies. Oriflame is present in 59 countries and is one of the market leaders in over 30 countries. A sales force of 2.3 million independent Sales Consultants market a complete range of high quality skincare, fragrances and cosmetics.
you can view the online brochure by pasting the following link in ur IE
http://www.oriflame.co.in/prod/offers/CurrentBrochureFrontpage.jhtml

then u can contact any of the rep in delhi and place ur order. You can even write bak to me for more details.

Blogging WorkShop at IHC , Delhi

The Indian Blog & New Media Society is pleased to invite you to a 3-day Blogging workshop at the India Habitat Center, New Delhi.

The Schedule

The sessions will take place in the Gulmohar Hall, India Habitat Center, Lodhi Road, New Delhi from 6.30 - 8.30 pm on the dates given along with sessions below:

• Session I, Saturday, June 28: Blogging Technology: How To Set Up And Manage A Blog

Topics Covered : What is a blog? How to set it up on platforms like Blogger, WordPress etc? How do you get your own domain like www.myname.com? Hosting on your own servers. Custom options. Adding photos and videos. Adding subscriber sign up boxes. Using tools like LiveWriter. And more…

• Session II, Sunday, June 29: Marketing Your Blog

Topics Covered :How do you make your blog more visible? How do you generate greater traffic? How do you get comments on your blog? What is SEO? How do you generate advertising for your blog?

• Session III, Monday, June 30

Topics Covered: Benefits Of Blogging For Executives, Businesses And Professionals; How to Make Money As A Blogger, Using blogs for personal and corporate branding. Engaging with stakeholders through blogs. Using blogs as a PR and communication tool.

Register

There is no attendance or registration fee. You can register on the spot, or in advance by sending a mail to ibnms.in@gmail.com. You may attend one or more sessions.

For further information, contact:

Ajay Jain, President, +91.99100 44476, ajay@ibnms.com
Abhishek Kant, General Secretary, +91.9899115375, abhishek@ibnms.com
Ashish Chopra, Director (Communication & PR), +91.9891977333, ashish@ibnms.com
Amit Gupta, Director (Technology), +91.9868445814, amit@ibnms.com

For all those who want to evolve as a successfull Blog writer, don't miss this oppurtunity.

Best Eating Options in Delhi

23rd July,2008

Delhi , is known as " Shopper's Paradise" . It is also the place for "Foodies". Today i will list out some of the best eating options in delhi which are quite affordable.

For spicy aloo Chat - food point near British Council, Connaught place, in front of Honey wool ways Tilak Nagar, North Campus, Kamal Nagar Market .

For Burgers : Mc Donalds are the best ( No match, affordable n too gud)

Golgappas : South Ex market, near mehrasons Jewellers , Odean Connaught Place, Jwala Heri market, Pashchim Vihar ( i don't remebemr shops name but its big, n quit noticeable), in front of Honey wool ways, Tilak Nagar, Lajpat Nagar Central Market.

Milk Shakes : Kaventers, Inner Circle Connaught Place

Pastries : Wengers-Connaught Place ( Inner Circle ), Nirulas, Muffins- janakpuri, hari nagar jail road, Unique-Pastry-Shop-IP-Extension-Delhi , Bengali Pastry Shop and Snack Bar, 34 to 37 Bengali Market, delhi , The Gourmet Shoppe, the oberoi, New delhi ( not very cheap)

Chinese : Taipan, the oberoi, new delhi, Bercos-Connaught place, Janak Puri, Kamla Nagar, Pitampura , Preet Vihar, Wok in the Clouds- Rajouri Garden, The golden Dragon-Lajpat Nagar, Rajouri Garden, Vasant Vihar,Panchsheel park, YO-China- Janak puri District Centre,18/14, East Patel Nagar, Patel Nagar, ,MGF Mall, Rajouri Garden, Goumet Gallery- South Ex., Nanking restaurant- opp. DPS, Vasant Kunj (bit costly).

South Indian : Sanskriti - Janak Puri District Centre , Sarvana Bhawan- connaught Place (opp Janpath), Sagar Ratna-Vikas Puri, Ashok Vihar Phase-2, Diplomatic Enclave Ashok Hotel, Chanakya Puri , Nandini, in Saket opposite the mall coming up on Press Enclave Road.

Coffee Shops : Barista, Coffee Home, Delhi Tourism, Madras Coffee House ( not so gud interiors), Enkay Coffee shop, Chanakya puri, Star beans Coffee shop, Connaught place, Le Café- Lajapat nagar ( Crowne plaza Surya Hotel).

Who is running India?? Money or principles

Yesterday, 22nd July,2008 will be remembered as an eventful day,where whole country witnessed sheer act of diplomacy which was driven by lust to be in power by the Congress.The parliament became a bargaining stage where money was distributed like nothing .
I have always hated politics, and after yesterday's poor show, i have decided to stay from it as far as possible. Sometimes , i feel what is India , as a country heading for. Who are the drivers?? The money minded politicians, greedy political parties who have only one aim of being in power..fill their always empty potbellies with money whose hunger never ends..The politics ' dirty face has come open in public, thanks to the increasing power of media.
Now, i have made up my mind of not supporting any party, though i support Nuclear Deal. I wish , that we have a saviour for our country who is willing to drive it by principles n not by money. But is it possible!! Can principles be more powerful than money!!

It's all about Nirulas!!

To fill the gap of good eating poine, Nirula's family came in existence in Delhi in 1928. In fact it was the first one to introduce espresso caffe and 'chinese restaurant' in 1950's in India. Today the Nirula's have made their presence in the market with their quality with the products they offer- mind bogglng icecreams, value meals, beverages, quick bites, snacks, pasteries. Here's the list of sum very good locations of Nirula's in Delhi ( if i miss sumthing remind me) :-
# Delhi University
Opposite Art Faculty, Probyn Road, University of Delhi.,
Delhi - 110007 (INDIA)
Ph :- 9953556506
Email :- del.0225@nirulas.com

# Connaught Place
K - 14, Outer Circle, Connaught Place.,
Delhi - 110001 (INDIA)
Ph :- 9953556523
Email :- del.0545@nirulas.com

# Connaught Place
N-64, Outer Circle, Connaught Place,
Delhi - 110001 (INDIA)
Ph :- 9953556524
Email :- del.0557@nirulas.com

# Delhi University
Opposite Art Faculty, Probyn Road, University of Delhi.,
Delhi - 110007 (INDIA)
Ph :- 9953556506
Email :- del.0225@nirulas.com

# Gole Market
53, Gole Market,
Delhi - 110001 (INDIA)
Ph :- 9953556512
Email :- del.0129@nirulas.com

# IGI Airport
Terminal 1 B, Secretary Hold Area,
Delhi (INDIA)
Ph :- 9953556519
Email :- del.0536@nirulas.com

# IOC Janak Puri
Virender Nagar, Near Bharti College, Janak Puri,
Delhi (INDIA)
Ph :- 9953556521
Email :- del.0415@nirulas.com

# Pitam Pura
Shop No. 118, First Floor, North Square Mall, Pitam Pura.,
Delhi (INDIA)
Ph :- 9953556529
Email :- del.0456@nirulas.com

# Rajendra Place
Behind Metro Station,Rajendra Place.,
Delhi (INDIA)
Ph :- 9953556531
Email :- del.0059@nirulas.com

# Vasant Kunj
B - 10, DDA Market,
Delhi - 110070 (INDIA)
Ph :- 9953556534
Email :- del.0058@nirulas.com

These are sum of the few good outlets more more details visit : http://shop.nirulas.com/outlet-locator.php?action=locator&sign=locator

The Mall Mania - New Face of Delhi

Just, within few years down the line, Delhi has developed a new Face. It is a face which is powdered all pink n white with the glow of rising malls n multiplexes. The malls have no doubt, added a class to lifestyles of the masses where these people spend majority of time loundering, relaxing and exploring the new air conditioned space provided by these malls with their friends n loved ones. This new class comes with an overhead of increased price in food courts n the products sold in the malls.
But our youngsters are liking every piece of it, for it offers them good hangout place with nice crowd n so called 'feel gud' atmosphere. Be it friendship day celebration, b'day celebration, pastime, dating or eating out you will find then hanging around the mall.
To bring the other side on front "what are we gaining out of the malls??" certainly the growing craze for branded stuff among the youth indicates improved lifestyle n also the desire to earn more so as to keep up with latest trendz . But then there are other local shop owners, who find their business affected by this mindset of today's youth. The local markets are failing to attract the young minds ,with well known brands going for affordable product lines which in every way outshines the local products.
I find its 'the name game' which will hamper our craze for local markets and in no time our youth will prefer only the mall stamped products. But will the malls be able to create the charizma of shopping down the lanes of local markets, those crazy sales!!, the rasta side eating while shopping, the lovely bargaining, the parking hassles ( which too becomes a gossip issue!!) .
Of course, in true sense of shopping ,my markets will always be dearer to me than those made up malls ,be it Rajouri garden mkt, Sarojini Nagar, Lajpat Nagar Central Mkt, Karol Bagh, Connaught Place to name a few..

Delhi at a Glance

The First word which comes to my mind on the mention of Delhi is " Dilli Dilwalon ki". It has place for everybody. It is like river Ganga accepting every Diety's offering. But as time passes on.. things are becoming differrent from travelling in rickshaw to Delhi Metro , unpredictable weather where scorching sun reminds us of punjab's summer n pleasant evenings that of hyderabad evenings. The people have turned true professionals which is visible in their level of friendship but one thing remains is the bonding between school friends, relatives, though it is coated with sugar n spice of Delhi's modern air.
The place has evolved as a hub for malls n is no doubt a shoppers paradise. It offers some of the best roadside food n nice restaurants . One thing which comes as a price to stay in this place is the rising prices of accommodation be it rented or owned. But there is ample space for everybody including improvement . Through this blog i would like to share my experiences of staying in delhi, best places to visit, new restaurants views, best shooping points, hangout places , best delhi contests n some issues like safety, pollution etc. hope to see u part of my discussions..