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Hidden resorts in India that will blow up your Instagram

Travelling is fun, but visiting hidden and not-so-popular, but amazing places is a different feel altogether! Check out these hidden gems in India, the South India edition. 4 East Coast Home, Pondicherry First in our list is this most unique and quirky themed home in the bays of Pondicherry. If you ever happen to visit the locality, then this is a MUST try for you. It’s got the perfect ‘antiques meets modern’ vibes, and is filled with paintings in all its rooms. The house has six aesthetically pleasing and quirky rooms to cater to all your vividness, and is located just a few minutes from Auroville. This beautiful home, as they prefer to call it, comes with free WIFI, room cleaning AND breakfast! Book your vacation with them to embark the wonders of modern art and tradition today! Saffron Stays, Maharashtra If you’re a fan of The Lord of the Rings, then this magnificent, what looks like a cottage in New Zealand, is, in fact, a sweet Hobbit themed resort in Murbad, Maharashtra is just the perfect spot for you! This lovely resort comes with a cosy, private swimming pool and complimentary breakfast and stunning landscapes. White Musk Resort, Manali If Manali isn’t romantic enough for you, then you NEED to check out this beautiful, romantic and cosy resort with dramatic, filmy views. Imagine spending your vacation with your loved one in one of these dreamy domes, overlooking the beautiful hills of Manali. Book your stay today!

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Top 4 websites you Need to know!

Knowing shortcuts, hacks and tricks up your sleeve not just ease up your life, and make you look like a superstar in front of your friends! ILovePDF This website is just the one for all your documentation needs! Easy to use, free of cost AND extremely convenient, ILovePDF enables you to merge, split, compress, convert and edit your PDFs in just a matter of seconds. Print What You Like This brilliant website allows you to crop, edit and even remove ads from your snippets for free! Wolfram Alpha If you’re someone who struggles with Math, then this website is your buddy and life saver. We all know about the advancements of Artificial Intelligence, but this Computational Intelligence enables you to calculate any and every maths problem. Additionally, this website allows you to look up and calculate answers to questions in other disciplines like Science, Social Science, Arts and even everyday life! Jotti dot org Every individual in this digital era should and would be aware of the cyber security issues and the malware threats in the world. Jotti dot org helps you scan your mails before you open them for malwares and viruses and protects you from potential threats.

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3 Best places for Women to travel solo in India this summer

Wanna travel the country, but unable to convince your friends to join you? Worry not! Here, in this article, we have the list of beautiful landscapes and locations in India which is not just known for its beauty, but also for its safety, AND budget friendly fares! Pushkar, Rajasthan First in the list, we have the City of the Kings, Rajasthan. This lovely little town, Phuskar is located near the city of Ajmer, and is famous for the only temple for Lord Brahma on Earth! Apart from this, Phuskar is well known for its wonderful landscapes, lakes, hills and starry nights. A must try or do in this city of crimson red skies is to cable car from the top of the hills and get engulfed by the brilliance of nature. Jaipur Jaipur by itself is nothing but a city filled with love and eye-catching landscapes, with its majestic hills, and even more majestic forts, like the Amer Fort, the City Palace, the Jal Mahal and a lot more! Two to three days out of your travel schedule should be enough to immerse yourself in the breath-taking views of Jaipur. Jaisalmer, Rajasthan Rajasthan will just take the breath out of you with its diverse food palette, the rich cultures, and most important of all, its golden deserts and starry nights! Jaisalmer is one of the jewels in Rajasthan, where you get to ride Camels, go camping and enjoy the street foods and give your mouth a little celebration!

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Which Hairbrush suits your hair and what are its uses?

Having a Hair care routine can be confusing and figuring out which type of hair brush to use is just another puzzle to sort! In this article, we’ve explained the types of brushes and what their uses are so that your Hair care routine is made easy! Round Brush This one is infamous in your Hair Salons. The Round Brushes are used to curl and set your hair in place as you’re styling it. Teasing Brush The Teasing Brushes are used to part and style your hair and helps you add volume to your hair. Pad Brush The Pad Brush is used to detangle and smoothen out your hair to conveniently style it. Paddle Brush The Paddle Brushes are different from the Pad Brushes with their shape and the density of the bristles. The Paddle Brushes are also used to detangle your hair, and in addition, used for Rough Drying it. Vent Brush The Vent Brushes are used to dry your hair quicker and to ensure that there is no static in your hair as you detangle it and style it.

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3 MUST try juices for better and healthier hair growth!

If you’re on a hectic schedule that keeps drilling into your mental health, then you’re sure to suffer hair fall problems. These 3 juices and smoothies will help you reduce hair fall and build a strong scalp in no time! CAGC It is famously known to us that Amla and Curry leaves are great Keratin boosters, but did you know that Cucumber and Ginger are important aspects of healthy hair growth? Whip up Cucumber, Amla, Ginger and Curry leaves and add in a dab of honey and you’re instant hair care remedy is ready to go! OCCG Add a few slices of oranges, carrots, a cup of fresh coconut water and a generous block of ginger to make this genius cure for your hair fall and consume everyday for better results! Berry Smoothie This Berry smoothie is not just for a healthy hair, but also for a shiny and nutritious body, that boosts up your metabolism and reduces unwanted fats!

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How to make your vacation memorable in Meghalaya this summer?

Taking a break from your mechanical schedule is one thing, but making it a memorable one is just a filmy dream. This checklist will help you visit all the best and beautiful places in the “Scotland of the East”, Meghalaya. Wari Chora Wari Chora is a beautiful, lushfilled, otherworldly landscape that is truly a breathtaking experience! Located just around the corners of Baghmara, this nature’s wonder is a must visit destination on your checklist. Umngot River Ever heard of unofficial borders between nations? If not, then this gem in Meghalaya is a must visit in your travel bucket list, because this beauty is the only river which has an unofficial border between Indian and Bangladesh with crystal clear waters and glassy waterfalls that take your Instagram on a different level! Cherrapunji Caves The Cherrapunji caves are one of THE longest and super mysterious caves to exist in India! The Cherrapunji caves are most certainly the bewitching wonders you would ever witness in your life. Check out the Land of Oranges’ underground wonders this summer

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What to do when your dirty dishes are STUBBORN?

Cooking is all fun and games until you have to clean up after the crazy, stubborn mess is a true nightmare. Try these simple hacks to reform your cleaning routine and flaunt a spotless kitchen! The Baking Soda solution For all your problematic dishes with a dark burnt bottom, there is one simple, yet effective solution. Add generous amounts of Baking soda with lemon juice and let it sit in warm vinegar for 30 mins and relax as the stains vanish! The Clean Cutting Board If you’re someone who cooks on a regular basis, then you definitely would’ve gone through the struggle of cleaning your cutting board. Scrub your board, plastic or wood, with lemon and baking soda and wash for a neat, brand-new looking and fresh cutting board! Clean your stove with Toothpaste with ease Cleaning your stove can be much easier with just a dab of your regular toothpaste! Watch your stove get cleaned in a matter of seconds with this little trick and save your day!

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4 websites you NEED to know to make your life easier!

Viralviews.co If you’re someone who’s into knowing the trends and virals, then Viralviews is just the right website for you. This website allows you to surf trending and viral contents, hashtags, audios and trends on various Social Media platforms, making this a daily need for any content creator or Instagram influencer. Papercup.com If you’re a content Podcaster or an Instagram Influencer, then Papercup.com or Papercup AI is an essential that you NEED to check out. This website helps you translate your content and dub them in multiple domestic and international languages for your podcast or video! Brows AI This website is the holy grail to all the brown and Asian parents out there, because this one of a kind website helps you watch and monitor data from any website. This feature comes in handy to chart out the price trends and identify the sale periods and the most feasible rates. Tome.app ppt AI May it be a student, or an employee or a professional, making presentations has become a well established notion these days. Tome AI enables you to make powerful presentations within minutes!

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Top 5 movies and TV series of February 2023

Bored and in the mood to binge something? Popcorn please! is an exclusive wall dedicated to list out movies and TV shows that will pique your interest in the big screens. Check out the Top 5 movies and TV series of February 2023. Black Panther: Wakanda Forever Starting off strong with this masterpiece of the Marvel Cinematic Universe, Wakanda Forever marks the closure of its Phase 4. After the unexpected death of Marvel’s Black Panther actor, Chadwick Boseman, the sequel to his solo movie is filled with strong Wakandan vibes and warm love for the late Chadwick. Watch this wonder-filled amusement on your devices, streaming exclusively on Disney + Hotstar today! Cocaine Bear If you’re someone who has a taste for thriller movies with a true story background, then Cocaine Bear is a must watch for you. This spine chilling movie is based on real events in 1985, USA, where a wild black bear overdosed on 34kgs of lost cocaine. Watch this seemingly innocent bear get full on raged up on your Netflix, Hulu and Amazon Prime. Knock at the Cabin A young girl and her parents are taken hostage by four armed strangers while on vacation at a remote cabin in the woods and forced to make an impossible decision to stop the end of the world. The family must choose what they believe before everything is gone since they are confused, afraid, and have little access to the outside world. This blood rushing thriller will most certainly curdle your stomach. Ginny and Georgia As Season 1 ended after the discovery of Ginny’s mother’s numerous lies, she grabs Austin and leaves the Massachusetts town of Wellsbury onto a new Season filled with twists and turns. Airing from this February, Ginny and Georgia has made the top cut in being one of the best TV shows this year! Stream now on Netflix and keep yourself updated on this dramedy. Last of Us While discussing the best TV shows of the month, how can someone miss out on this trending HBO series, “Last of Us”! This is an American drama phased on a post-apocalyptic world infected with a deadly, contagious virus that is sought out to have the rest of humanity for itself! Stream this drama exclusively on HBO max and Disney+ Hotstar today!

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Indian Railways new mechanism RailMadad is here to solve all your grievances at the click of a button

A s a socially responsible and accountable entity, Indian Railways considers redressal of passenger complaints as one of its Key Performance Indicators. To put in place an effective complaints monitoring system which would also provide a one stop solution to complaints, grievances, enquiry and also serve as a robust feedback mechanism, RAILMADAD was launched in 2019. Complaints and grievances lodged through different modes were brought into a single platform and channelized through this portal for time boundredressal. Receipt & Disposal of complaints in Southern Railway through RAILMADAD In Southern Railway, over 61% of the complaints are received through Rail Passenger Helpline 139, 21% through RailMadad website (railmadad.gov.in, railmadad.in), 10% through social media forums, 5% through RailMadad App and the remaining 3% through other means like SMS to 139, Email, CPGRAMS, etc. Southern Railway has been achieving 100% complaint disposal rate since 201920 and also maintains 37 minutes as average disposal time since April 2021. Southern Railway also maintains 8 minutes as the First response Time (FRT ). FRT is an indicator of efficiency in handling Medical and Security assistance during emergencies. Railways at all levels have taken concerted efforts in creating awareness about RailMadad amongst passengers. Faster and satisfactory resolution of grievances has resulted in restoring the faith of the passengers in the grievance redressal system which serves as an harbinger of hope during any inconvenience experienced by passengers during their train journey or while at railway premises. As a result lots of passengers have now started using the Railmadad complaints mechanism. The total no.75613 complaints have been resolved in the current financial year 202223 till date when compared to 31450 complaints resolved during the previous financial year 202122 (Apr-Mar). How RailMadad works? RailMadad, the unified customer interface for grievance, enquiry, suggestion and assistance, provides passengers Southern Railway has been achieving 100% complaint disposal rate since 201920 and also maintains 37 minutes as average disposal time since April 2021. Southern Railway also maintains 8 minutes as the First response Time (FRT). FRT is an indicator of efficiency in handling Medical and Security assistance during emergencies. the choice to access the portal through multiple channels, namely, Web, App, SMS, Social Media and Helpline number (139) during the journey for expeditious resolution of their complaints. On registration of a complaint, a unique complaint number is generated and the status of the grievance is continuously monitored. Passengers also have the facility to track the status of their complaints using the unique reference number. Depending on the complaint’s nature, urgency and complexity the maximum time limit within which a case has to be resolved is pre determined. As the name suggests, RailMadad has come to the rescue of thousands of passengers during emergencies offering first response and subsequently the required assistance in minimum possible time. While all the departments work in perfect coordination to resolve complaints, it is the Security, Mechanical and Commercial wings that deploy field personnel, play a very crucial role and rush to the passengers’ aid during emergencies arising during travel. Responding to onboard complaints is a very The total no. 75613 complaints have been resolved in the current financial year 202223 till date when compared to 31450 complaints resolved during the previous financial year 202122 (Apr-Mar). challenging task RailMadad handles this meticulously, as it is integrated with the National Train Enquiry System (NTE S) and other platforms like Integrated Coach Management System (IC MS). Thus, when an onboard complaint is registered both the Train Running Railway and Train Owning Railway is alerted and complaint is resolved within the earliest possible time. Suggestions module Further, the Suggestions module of RailMadad is an innovative tool through which suggestions from various stakeholders are received and forwarded to concerned branch officers, who could use them as a guide to make future decisions. RailMadad is also used as a managerial tool to measure the efficiency of the subordinate units. Each Division unit is committed to rectify the deficiencies in their system and offer quality service to the passengers. RailMadad mechanism sees increase in usage amidst improved awareness amongst passengers and owing to its reliability Telephonic call is the most preferred mode of grievance registration for passengers Southern Railway takes an average of 37 minutes to resolve greivances The First Response Time is 8 minutes for Medical & Security assistance Team RailMadad RailMadad portal is monitored round the clock by a dedicated and efficient team of Officers, Controllers, Inspectors at the Divisionallevel, Zonallevel, Railway Boardlevel and also by the Engineers at CRI S (Centre for Railway Information Systems). The consolidated Team effort is driving the RailMadad portal to the realm of success. It is noteworthy that RailMadad was awarded Silver under category II of National e governance Awards “for excellence in providing Citizen Centric Delivery” during the 23rd National Conference one governance held at Mumbai in February 2020.

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