The race for PFMI 2010 has begun and only few days are left for the D day. There are 18 beautiful contestants who have been competing with each other for the title of Pantaloons Femina Miss India 2010.

The race has become more aggressive for the finalists now and they have one more reason to work hard for the crown. The three winners will get a Fiat Linea each and this grand prize has simply added to their enthusiasm.

The pageant is scheduled for April 30, 2010.

Photo and release Femina Miss India 2010 finalists posing with the classy and elegant Fiat Linea

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April 28, 2010: What does it take for a Chartered Accountant to reach the Oscar red carpet? Why an established filmmaker in the west decides to make an offbeat film set in the slums of Mumbai? From commercial potboilers to critically acclaimed cinema, what goes on in the minds of the modern masters of cinema? FOX History & Entertainment in association with Indian Independent Filmmakers Worldwide (IIFW) proudly presents, MasterClass, a unique series about the lives and works of some of the Maverick filmmakers of modern times. 
 
Premiering April 29, Thursdays @ 10pm on FOX History & Entertainment, MasterClass takes an in-depth look at some of the greatest masters in contemporary cinema and learn all about their craft, inspiration and vision. Presented by noted filmmaker, Sudhir Mishra, the thirteen part series will feature directors like Shekhar Kapur, Danny Boyle, Mahesh Bhatt, Aparna Sen, Mira Nair, Shyam Benegal, Ramesh Sippy, Govind Nihalani to name a few. 

 
Speaking about the series, Sudha Sadhanand, Vice President – Programming, FOX History & Entertainment said, “MasterClass, unlike any other film based series, cuts out the glamour and the glitz and focuses on the craft of filmmaking. The USP of the series is the interaction between two filmmakers; being a fantastic director himself, Sudhir’s interaction with his guests is much more in-depth and extremely interesting. We are confident that the series will create a special space in the minds and the hearts of our film-loving viewers”.
 
 “At IIFW, we are dedicated to promote, support and nurture the spirit of independent cinema. We are happy to have conceptualized a series that encapsulates the journeys of these master filmmakers”, said, Ketan Mehta, President - Indian Independent Filmmakers Worldwide. 
 
MasterClass presenter, Sudhir Mishra, said, “I am proud to have been a part of the team that conceptualized this very exciting series. Having interviewed some of the greatest filmmakers for MasterClass, I have gained a lot of knowledge on their perspective on the art of filmmaking and in the process have made some very good friends”. 
 
The series explores the art of filmmaking with diverse directors, understanding the ever evolving, demanding audiences and the emerging need for meaningful cinema. Discovering their vision, sensibilities and techniques, MasterClass sheds light on both the process and the person, helping the viewers understand what makes each of these filmmakers and their films, unique. From stellar performances of actors that the Master drew, to working relationships and associations with members of the cast and crew, from the journey across various films to links in the professional and personal journey of the Master and her/his muses – all this and much more, only on MasterClass on FOX History & Entertainment.

Sudha Sadhanand, Ketan Mehta, Sudhir Mishra and Mahesh Bhatt at the launch of MasterClass

 
Don’t miss this unforgettable and inspirational experience of being present when a ‘Master’ filmmaker shares her/his life, craft and thoughts…
 
Thursday, April 29 @ 10:00PM: Shekhar Kapur: He was a CA who found his destiny in cinema instead. He started out as an actor but soon became an accomplished director with the sensitive, ‘Masoom’ and the highly entertaining, ‘Mr. India’. With ‘Bandit Queen’ however, he became one of the most sought after directors the world over and ‘Elizabeth’ put him in the league of Oscar worthy filmmakers. Watch the internationally acclaimed director, Shekhar Kapur, open his heart on this episode of MasterClass.
 
Thursday, May 6 @ 10:00PM: Danny Boyle: His most recent film has put India, rather Mumbai in particular on the world map. The film changed the destiny of all those involved with it. In this episode, watch Oscar winner, Danny Boyle talk about his biggest film ‘Slumdog Millionaire’ and others as well as his life so far. 
Thursday, May 13 @ 10:00PM: Mahesh Bhatt: On this episode of MasterClass, you get to know the story of Mahesh Bhatt, the filmmaker with strong opinions that he has expressed vociferously. He is the man behind some of the most critically acclaimed films like ‘Arth’, ‘Saaransh’ and ‘Janam’. He effortlessly also churned out some highly successful potboilers towards the later part of his career. Get to know how he managed to straddle both worlds so successfully.
 
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FOX History & Entertainment presents history in an all new avatar! Committed towards bringing exciting historical content with more variety of programming, FOX History & Entertainment promotes interesting, relevant and entertaining aspects of World and Indian history through formats as diverse as documentaries, dramas, blockbuster movies etc.
 
About Indian Independent Filmmakers Worldwide (IIFW)
Indian Independent Filmmakers Worldwide (IIFW) is a global alliance of independent film makers who are dedicated to promote, support and nurture the spirit of Independent cinema. The objective of IIFW is to create a database of information essential for independent filmmaking, providing one-on-one infrastructural solutions and support to its members, and creating a platform to discuss, debate and voice concerns and aspirations of Indian independent filmmakers, by way of organizing workshops and seminars.

Mahesh Bhatt at the launch of MasterClass

Sudha Sadhanand, Ketan Mehta, Sudhir Mishra and Mahesh Bhatt

Speaking on the occasion, chairperson of the railway heritage and cultural committee Saoli Mitra said the objective of the Sankskriti Yatra is national integration. The event includes sale of handicrafts materials from various districts of the state. The handicraft stalls have been set up between platform numbers 7 and 8 at the CST.

Manjari Dev, a renowned artist from Maharashtra, inaugurated the exhibition. The exhibition showcases the culture and arts of all divisions of the CR. Exhibits can also be purchased at the stalls. 

Renowned artists and railway employees will perform at the event. Moreover, dance and theatre performances will also be conducted at the auditorium located on the fourth floor of the parcel office, CST. The highlight of the event is Jagdamba, a drama by renowned actress Rohini Hattangadi.

Mitra also informed that the railways will be showcasing the works of Tagore in a special five-coach train that will be flagged of from New Delhi on 9 May. This train will travel across the country through out the anniversary year.

Mumbai, Apr 26: Konkani devotional hymns CD containing golden old hymns and produced by JEDI Music Company, namely "Somyak Dinvasuiam" was released in a function organised at Sarker Corner, Veer Desai Road, Andheri East on Friday, 23rd May. The CD was released by George D'Souza Borivli president of Canara Konkani Association Borivli. A famous singer Fr. Baptist Pais, Parish Priest of Sacred Heart Church Andheri blessed the CD. During this same function MAHOORT of the new project FOREVER KONKANI HITS Vol-2 of JEDI was also launched by Mr. Clament Lobo, Chakala. The producer Julias Braganza, marketing manager Simson Braganza, project manager Charles D'Cunha Borivli, Mrs. Philomena Lobo were also present at the dais.

Speaking at the occasion Fr. Baptist Pais said that "It was a great opportunity to work with JEDI Music Company to share the talent give by the Lord to others. I am happy to be with the famous artist over here because of the goodwill of the producer Julias Braganza and the project manager Charles D'Cunha. Through such projects it is easy to reach out to the mass to spread His good words". Music Director Tony Dias said that explained the team spirit of the group to work in the late night to bring out a quality product. Famous composer Victor concesso wished the company to bring out many more such products. Mr. Charles D'Cunha compered the programme beautifully.

The CD contains 19 songs namely Somyak Dinvasuiam, Swikar Kor Hem Ful, Tujya Vinyak, Amchya Bapa Sorginchya, Sam Francis Savera, Tujya Hatant, Tuje Sorshim Deva, Gupit Mhojya Deva, Ballok Jezu, Kristacho Mog To, Jezu Borya Govllya, Noman Tuka Khursa, Sam Loresa, Kallza Ye Jezuchya, Kristachya Otmya,  Rakonn Bhoddvya Mhojya, Juze Doyall, Koxttatelyano yeyat.

The Singers and the Chorus are Fr. Baptist Pais, Ivan Sequeira, Nephie Pradhan, Charles D'Cunha, Victor Concesso, Antony Tauro, Milagreen, Dorin Pinto, Veronica DSouza. Music Directed by Tony Dias. Instrumentals by Tony Dias, Theo Alvares, Shyam Raj, Allen D'Costa, Mark Anthony, Ravi Jasraj. The CD is priced at Rs. 100/- only.

It is awailable at all leading stalls of Mangalore and Mumbai.

You may also contact from Phone: 23827382, Cell:9324208897

 Email: Jedimus@hotmail.com, marybrag@hotmail.com

ಕೊಂಕ್ಣಿ ಭಕ್ತಿಕ್ ಗಿತಾಂಚಿ ಕೊವ್ಳಿ "ಸೊಮ್ಯಾಕ್ ದೀನ್ವಾಸುಯಾಂ" ಉಗ್ತಾವಣ್ ಜಾಲಿ.

ಹ್ಯಾಚ್ ಎಪ್ರಿಲ್ ೨೩ವೆರ್ ಅಂಧೇರಿಚ್ಯಾ ಸರ್ಕೆರ್ ಕೊರ್ನರಾಂತ್ ಜೆಡಿ ಮ್ಯೂಸಿಕ್ ಹಾಚಿ ನವಿ ಕೊಂಕ್ಣಿ ಭಕ್ತಿಕ್ ಗಿತಾಂಚಿ ಸಿಡಿ "ಸೊಮ್ಯಾಕ್ ಧೀನ್ವಾಸುಯಾಂ" ಮೋಕ್ಳಿಕ್ ಜಾಲಿ. ಕೆನಾರಾ ಕೊಂಕಣಿ ಎಸೋಸಿಯೇಶನ್ ಬೊರಿವ್ಲಿಚೊ ಅಧ್ಯಕ್ಷ್ ಶ್ರೀ ಜೋರ್ಜ್ ಡಿ’ಸೋಜಾ ಹಾಣೆ ಸಿಡಿ ಮೋಕ್ಳಿಕ್ ಕರುನ್ ಕಾರ್ಬಾರ್žಯಾಂಕ್ ಬೊರೆಂ ಮಾಗ್ಲೆಂ. ಬಾಪ್ ಬ್ಯಾಪ್ಟಿಸ್ಟ್ ಪಾಯ್ಸ್ ಎಸ್�ವಿಡಿ ಹಾಣಿ ಸಿಡಿಚೆರ್ ಆಶೀರ್ವಾಚನ್ ಕರುನ್ ಹ್ಯಾ ಸಿಡಿಂತ್ ಗಾಂವ್ಚ್ಯಾಕ್ ಆವ್ಕಾಸ್ ಲಾಭ್ಲೊ ದೆಖುನ್ ದೆವಾನ್ ದಿಲ್ಲೆಂ ದೆಣೆ ಸಂಸಾರಾಕ್ ವಾಂಟುಂಕ್ ಆಪ್ಣಾಕ್ ಸಾಧ್ಯ್ ಜಾಲೆಂ ಮ್ಹಣ್ ಕಳಯ್ಲೆಂ. ಹ್ಯಾಚ್ ವೆಳಿ ಶ್ರೀ ಕ್ಲೇಮೆಂಟ್ ಲೋಬೊ ಹಾಣೆ ಜೆಡಿ ಮ್ಯೂಸಿಕ್ ಹಾಂಚಿ ಫುಡ್ಲಿ ಸಿಡಿ "ಫೊರೆವೆರ್ ಕೊಂಕಣಿ ಹಿಟ್ಸ್ - ೨" ಹಾಚೆಂ ಮಹೂರ್ತ್ ಕಾರ್ಯೆಂ ಚಲವ್ನ್ ವ್ಹೆಲೆಂ. ಕಾರ್ಯಾವೆಳಿಂ ನಿರ್ಮಾಪಕ್ ಜ್ಯೋಲಿಯಸ್ ಬ್ರಗಾಂಜಾ, ವಿಕ್ರಾವ್ಪಿ ಸಿಮ್ಸನ್ ಬ್ರಗಾಂಜಾ, ಸಂಗೀತ್ ನಿರ್ದೇಶಕ್ ಟೋನಿ ಡಾಯಸ್ ಆನಿ ಕಲಾಕರಾಂ ಚಾರ್ಲ್ಸ್ ಡಿ’ಕುನ್ಹಾ, ವಿಕ್ಟರ್ ಕೊನ್ಸೆ ಸೊ, ನೆಫಿ ಪ್ರದಾನ್, ಐವನ್ ಸಿಕ್ವೇರಾ, ಆಂಟನಿ ತಾವ್ರೊ, ಡೋರಿನ್ ಪಿಂಟೊ, ವೆರೊನಿಕಾ ಡಿ’ಸೋಜಾ ಆನಿ ಫಿಲೊಮೆನಾ ಲೋಬೊ ಹಾಜರ್ ಆಸ್�ಲ್ಲಿಂ. ಶ್ರೀ ಚಾರ್ಲ್ಸ್ ಡಿ’ಕುನ್ಹಾನ್
ಆಪುರ್ಭಾಯೆನ್ ಕಾರ್ಯೆಂ ಚಲವ್ನ್ ವ್ಹೆಲೆಂ.

Mumbai, Apr 26 : A fleet of 26 international sailing yatches of the Vasco Da Gama Rally 2009-10, led by Dutch veteran yatchman, Lodewijik ''Lo'' Brust were flagged off by Minister of Tourism, Vijay Kumar Gavit, from the Mumbai harbour today.

They will head for the last leg of their journey Goa, after covering 5,266 nautical miles.

Talking to UNI, Mr Gavit said that international events like the Vasco Da Gama rally were excellent opportunities to put Maharashtra and India on the tourism map.

''We are building new facilities along Mumbai's coastal areas and Rs 250 crore has been allocated for developing the coastal line in the 12th annual plan. We should begin work within two-three months, and I personally am looking forward to try out sailing,'' he said.

With over 28000 international runs and 80 centuries, Sachin Tendulkar, The highest run getter in both Tests and ODIs, is the God of the religion called Cricket. His exploits on the field have brought hope and joy to million of fans, And yet like God he has his set of detractors always willing to remove him from the pedestal. In his book thre Author, who consider themselves fans and analysts in equal measure, follow the career of the cricketing demigod-his advent, his peak, his fall and his resurrection. Armed with irrefutable statistical data, which they contextualize and analyze with rigor, the author seek to end all debate on Tendulkar's status as the greatest cricketer of the modern era. They compare him with his peers in both forms of the game, and provide the viewpoint of experts, players and commentators, so that the reader can independently draw conclusion. And if you still don't believe that Sachin is God's gift to the world of cricket, well, God help you.

With a foreword by Harsha Bhogle.

Harsha Bhogle, Dilip Vegnsarkar at the 2nd Edition Launch.

HIGH COURT JUDGE JUSTICE B.V. PINTO HONOURED BY THE DIOCESE OF MANGALORE

The newly appointed Justice of the Karnataka High Court Justice Benedict Victor Pinto was honoured on the 26^th of April in the Bishop’s House on behalf of the Diocese of Mangalore by Most Rev. Dr Aloysius Paul D’Souza, the Bishop of the Diocese of Mangalore.

Responding to the honour he said: “I am chosen to impart justice to those who are in the darkness of injustice, especially  those who belong to our own community.  I cherish my initial associations with the Catholic Sabha in its initial stages. Then, Mr Blasius M. D’Souza had said once  that ‘there is always a vacancy at the top.’  This  original concept and the initial acquaintances with the Catholic Sabha has taken me from the little village of Kelmbet to the heights of the High  Court of  Karnataka.  I am aware of my responsibility, as today the justice has become the property of the rich alone. I cherish the inspiration given by number  of priests, leaders and institutions especially where I had my studies in undivided South Kanara. I will try my best to respond to the needs of our community with regard to the field of justice.  Bless me so that I may impart real justice to the people.”

Mr M. P. Noronha, one of the senior lawyers of the city and a Christian leader introduced Justice Pinto to the gathering.  He was born in Kelmbet in 1956. In 1980 he was the Joint Secretary of the Mangalore Catholic Sabha and later Vice President for 7 years.  In 1986 established Legal Assistance Cell.  From 1987 to 1990 was the member of the Diocesan Pastoral Council.  After moving to Bangalore in 1990, he still remained a community and Church oriented lawyer.  Till to this date he is the member of the Parish Pastoral Council of Madivala Church.  He was the founder Secretary of Konkani Catholic Sangh of Koramangala.  After practicing criminal law in Mangalore and Bangalore he was appointed the Additional Prosecutor and on the 12^th of March 2010 he took oath as the Judge of the High Court of Karnataka. In spite of his great position he still remains a person of simplicity.

The Bishop of the Diocese of Mangalore honoured him, prayed for the seven gifts of the Holy Spirit on him so that he may bestow real justice and wished that he would reach the Supreme Court in the years to come.  Representing the Diocese, the heads of the different Diocesan Institutions and Associations greeted the new Justice.

Sr Assumpta B.S. led the prayer service. Fr J.B. Crasta welcomed the gathering. Advocate Mr Ivan D’Souza proposed vote of thanks.  PRO Fr William Menezes compeer the programme.  Chancellor Fr Henry Sequeira and Mrs Maria pinto, wife of Justice B.V. Pinto were on the dais.