Suburban Railway, Mumbai

Mumbai Railway Network

Railways are the important mode of transport in Mumbai owing to its massive population and the development of business centres in the city. The Suburban Railway, Mumbai, belongs to the ‘Mumbai public transport system’. The Mumbai Suburban Railway system take over 6.9 million passengers regularly, which comprises more than Indian Railway’s capacity to carry daily commuters. Mumbai Railway system has one of the maximum commuter densities among any of the railway systems worldwide. The trains that ply on these routes are known as local trains or locals. Besides the Indian Railways, the suburban railway system, Mumbai is one of the 1^st railway systems to have been constructed by the British in the year 1853. It is also one of the oldest railways systems in Asia.

Mumbai Suburban Railway network sprawls over a route of 464 kms and functions on 1500 V DC / 25000 V AC power supply. Electrical Multiple Units serves the purpose of the suburban rail network. 171 rakes are used for running 2342 trains, carrying 6.94 million commuters daily.

There are 2 zonal Railways that looks after the operation of the Mumbai Suburban railways- the Western Railway (WR) and the Central Railway (CR),

The Western line comprises the stations like Churchgate, Charni Road, Grant Road, Marine Lines, Mumbai Central, Lower Parel, Elphinstone Road, Mahalaxmi, Dadar, Mahim Junction, Bandra, Khar Road, Matunga Road, Santacruz, Andheri, Jogeshwari, Goregaon, Malad, Vile Parle, Kandivali, Dahisar, Borivali within Mumbai and Mira Road, Bhayandar, Vasai Road, Nala Sopara, Naigaon, Virar, Saphale, Kelve Road, Vaitarna, Palghar, Boisar, Vangaon, Umroli, Dahanu Road outside Mumbai.

The Central line consists of Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus, Sandhurst Road, Byculla, Masjid Bunder, Chinchpokli, Parel, Dadar, Currey Road, Matunga, Sion, Vidyavihar, Ghatkopar, Kurla, Vikhroli, Bhandup, Nahur, Kanjurmarg, Mulund within Mumbai and Thane, Mumbra, Diwa, Kopar, Kalwa, Dombivli, Thakurli, Kalwa, Kalyan outside Mumbai.

The Harbour line belongs to the Central Railways and consists of Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus, Sandhurst Road, Dockyard Road, Masjid Bunder, Reay Road, Sewri, Wadala, Guru Tegh Bahadur Nagar, Cotton Green, Chunabhatti, Tilak Nagar, Chembur, Kurla, Govandi, Mankhurd within Mumbai and Vashi, Sanpada, Nerul, Seawoods-Darave, Juinagar, CBD Belapur, Mansarovar, Khandeshwar, Panvel, Kharghar, in Navi Mumbai.

On May 2010, 84 new trains have been already delivered to Suburban Railway, Mumbai. In order to cater to the increasing demands of the commuters, a body called “Mumbai Railway Vikas Corporation Ltd” (MRVC Ltd) was constituted by the joint envision of the Maharashtra Government and the Indian railway Ministry.

The huge increase in population of Mumbai and heavy inflow of people to the state is creating a threat to the safety concerns of the Mumbai Railways.  Over 3500 people die every year because of using unsafe means like crossing the rail tracks by foot, sitting on the roof of the trains, hanging from the train doors, etc. A metro and a monorail system are in the process of being constructed to improve the traveling conditions in the Mumbai trains and reduce the number of accidents. Further window bars and automatic doors will also be installed in the trains by 2016.

Suburban Railway, Kolkata

Kolkata Railway Network

The Suburban Railway, Kolkata is a rail system which connects the suburbs that surround Kolkata, the city of joy! These kinds of Railway networks are some of the major networks and hugely used infrastructure within the country.

There are several divisions of Indian Railways (IR) among which the South Eastern Railway and Eastern Railway have their headquarters located in Kolkata.  Howrah and Sealdah are the 2 important railway junctions in Kolkata. One more important terminal has been constructed at Chitpur and is named as “Kolkata”. Of late a terminal located at Shalimar near Howrah has also started functioning.

There are several “intercity express trains” also operating from Kolkata. The city of Kolkata and its districts are replete with an extensive system of suburban railways. Majority of the trains are Electric Multiple Unites i.e. This Kolkata railway network extends into South 24 Parganas, North 24 Parganas, Howrah, Hooghly, Nadia, Purba Medinipur, Bardhaman, and Paschim Medinipur.

The services at suburban railway, Kolkata are looked after by the Eastern Railway (ER) and South Eastern Railway (SER) while the Kolkata Metro Railways controls the underground Metro in the city. Further, there is a “Circular Railway corridor” in Kolkata which is also operated by ER.

In the year 2009, the Railway Minister, Ms Mamata Baneerjee announced that “Ladies Special Suburban Trains” will be introduced in the suburban section of Kolkata. Some of the routes on which these ladies trains will run are

• Sealdah – ranaghat
• Howrah – Kharagpur
• Sealdah – Canning
• Howrah – Bandel
• Sealdah – Bongaon
• Sealdah – Baruipur

The Circular Railway, Kolkata encloses the whole of Kolkata. It begins from Dum Dum Station in North and passing through Burrabazar, B.B.D.Bag, Chitpur, Prinsep Ghat, Kidderpore, Remount Road, Hastings, Majherhat, Park Circus, Sir Gurudas Banerjee Halt, Ballygunge, again returns to Dum Dum Junction. Plans are also there to construct more junctions in between Park Circus and Sir Gurudas Banerjee Halt, namely Tangra and Beliaghata Main Road correspondingly.

Commonwealth Games 2010 Queen’s Baton Reaches India

The Queens Baton Relay is one of the greatest traditions of the Commonwealth Games was started in 1958. The Queens Baton Relay symbolizes the gathering of people from across the Commonwealth at the four-yearly festival of sport and culture.

The 2010 Commonwealth Games Baton Relay was launched on 29th October 2009 at Buckingham Palace in London, with Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II handing the Baton to the Hon’ble President of India, Smt. Pratibha Devisingh Patil, who in turn passed it to Dr. M. S Gill and Mr. Suresh Kalmadi. Mr. Kalmadi then had the honour of passing the Baton to the first Baton bearer, Abhinav Bindra, the Olympic air rifle champion who began the Baton’s journey with a relay around the Queen Victoria Monument.

The first team of Baton bearers included: Lord Sebastian Coe, Kapil Dev, Sania Mirza, Milka Singh, Dame Kelly Holmes, Vijender Kumar and Susan Gilroy to name just a few.

The Queen’s Baton has traveled through all the Commonwealth countries and it has landed in India on 25th June 2010, where it will spend 100 days touring the 28 states. It will then be taken to its final destination, the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium for the Opening Ceremony of the XIX Commonwealth Games.

The Queen’s baton arrived at the Attari border on between India and Pakistan25th June 2010 .

Suresh Kalmadi, Indian Olympic Association (IOC) president and other leading sports personalities along with New Delhi’s chief minister Shiela Dikshit were present at the border outpost when the banton was handed over by Pakistan’s Olympic Association officials led by Lt. Gen Arif Hassan.

Finally the Metro Glory for Gurgaon!

Gurgaon Metro

Finally the Metro Glory for Gurgaon came on the 21^st of June, 2010 following a long wait by the residents and passengers for a well-organized transport facility that would help in uniting Gurgaon, the satellite city, to the National capital of Delhi. The 14.47 km stretch of Gurgaon Metro Railways that connects Gurgaon HUDA City Centre with the Qutub Minar was opened for the people on 21^st June from 8 am onwards.

Primarily DMRS started this Metro project with 5 trains that would interlink Guragaon to South Delhi. The trains will be available every 12 minutes. Later the trains shall be increased. Passengers availing the Gurgaon Metro will now need just 25 minutes to cover the entire route. The tickets are priced at Rs 18 (maximum) and Rs 8 (minimum). Every train is fitted with three coaches that have the capacity to carry 300 commuters in each coach while 30,000 commuters every 1 hour. The Gurgaon- Delhi metro will stop at 10 stations.

The other services of the Gurgaon Metro include 100 “Customer Facilitation” Agents in the metro stations in order to help the commuters with the platforms and also guide them with AFC Gates, lifts, and escalators. Special centres for taking care of the customers are also available at the stations.

Next the DMRC will finish 2 more metro lines prior to the commencement of the Commonwealth Games that will take place in October. These are New Delhi-Airport Express Line and Central Secretariat-Badarpur. The Qutub Minar-Central Secretariat metro will commence from July 2010.

The Gurgaon Metro is the foremost in India to have been owned and functioned privately and the 2^nd to be a ‘private-public partnership’ metro project just after Hyderabad Metro. This Gurgaon Metro line was originally tenderized in 2007 by Haryana Urban Development Authority as 3.2km linkage between the National Highway 8 and Sikanderpur. DLF, nevertheless, desired to expand this line so as to make the metro connectivity available to the Cyber City. So after Noida, the satellite city of Gurgaon is the 2nd to be replete with Metro facilities.

With this new metro route having entered the city, the residents are in a jubilant mood as this metro facility would help them immensely.

India: Explore the land of diversities!

Tourist Destinations in India

Engulfed by the impressive Himalayas, embellished with sunny beaches, verdant jungles and forests teeming with wildlife, every tourist who travels to the beautiful India is sure to be enthralled and mesmerized by the splendor and exquisiteness of India. Holidays are the time to relax. So when we speak of enjoying a holiday trip in India, it has to be a memorable one.

Trip down the enchanting palaces, monuments, temples, and villages if you wish to explore India- the land of diversities. Wane in the tranquil and attractive retreats and visit the romantic places. Discern the wonderful wildlife and incredible countryside by venturing in the sanctuaries. Lighten up in the backwaters, or relax on the golden beaches. If you are an adventure freak then enjoy the nature’s beauty amidst snowy glaciers, breathtaking mountainous ranges in the country, India, snow-peaked glaciers and mesmerizing valleys.

India is also a preferred location for the business persons. Numerous hotels incorporated with business amenities are there to look after your business needs if you are on a business tour to India. The important business centers in the country are Bangalore, Kolkata, Delhi, Hyderabad, Mumbai, etc.

If you are contemplating on luxury travel then India is the perfect stopover for you. Enjoy a ride on the different luxury trains Golden Chariot, Palace on Wheels, Deccan Odyssey and the Royal Rajasthan on Wheels. These trains would help you in exploring every corner of the country.

India is home to rich culture and heritage, natural rivers, sparkling glaciers, diverse wildlife, rolling pastures, gushing waterfalls, dense forests that are a treat to the eyes. The languages, religions, dance, customs, music, etc are varied in different corners of India but yet the fascinating feature is that there is a unity underlying these which binds India together.

Tourists who come down to India are bound to be captivated and fascinated by India Tourism. Tourist destinations in India are many and speckled all through the country. Each has a charisma that is distinct in itself.

Travel to this diverse land of India and explore the Indian states. Every state is exclusive in itself and dubbed with great possibilities of tourism which makes it interesting and exciting for the travelers to travel through out India. India has all the features that would make your visit perfect. So come to India and explore the land of diversities.

The Study of Architecture!

Schools of Architecture in India

Development and success of any economy, is reflected to a certain extent in its outward appearance. The industry that is bestowed with this responsibility has been the construction industry. Our focus and view towards life has changed with time and the evolving developments of the society. From the fundamental necessities of life i.e. shelter and housing, we now emphasize on luxury, comfort, and style. This has resulted in the cropping up of diverse avenues for those who are trying to set up a future in this construction sector and industry.

Construction has been among the fastest growing industries in India. It involves the tasks of both the constructors and the designers besides numerous other persons like architects, surveyors, contractors, designers, engineers, bricklayers, carpenters, masons, plumbers, electricians, etc without whose coordination, skill and support the task of building structures remains incomplete. Past few decades saw huge construction activities in the Indian economy whereby new structures and townships have emerged. This portrays the evident growth of the architectural sector.

Architecture is that discipline of study which focuses in planning and also designing of the structures and buildings. The practice of Architecture started from time immemorial in various parts of the globe. Victorian, Roman, Indian and Moslem architecture are some of the famous examples.

At present a completely different shape has been assumed by “architecture”. The rapid change in needs and demands of the society requires trained professional architects who should not only have the capability to adjust with varying times but must also be able to design and produce quality and environment friendly architectural constructions. Architecture, one of the multi-disciplinary and highly competitive professions, entails numerous tasks ranging from spatial design, safety management, aesthetics, material management etc. Good architect is one who can strike a balance between practicality and aesthetics. He is the blend of professional, artist, and businessperson.

Investments in the construction sector records substantial increase every year. This makes it extremely important for more persons to take up the study of architecture which have great career prospects in the present business scenario. Numerous institutes and schools of architecture have also emerged in different parts of the world including India to cater to the needs of the construction sector. These colleges offer architectural education to the students thereby preparing the students for the construction market.

Employment scope for the architects is numerous both in the government and the private sector.  Young architects can avail lucrative job opportunities in various Government organisations like Public Works Department, Ministry of Defence, the Archaeological Department, Departments of Railways, Public Sector Undertakings, Post and Telegraphs, Town and Country Planning Organisation, National Building Organisation, National Institute of Urban Affairs, National Building Construction Corporation Ltd., Housing and Urban Development Corporation, City Development Authorities etc. Apart from these different other agencies such as the Housing Boards, State Departments, Local Bodies are also bestowed with the responsibility of various construction works for which purpose they recruit architects as well.

Openings in various private sectors like consultants and architecture firms also exist. Experienced architects can even develop their own business as contractors and consultants.

Medicine as a Career Option!

Medical Colleges in India

Selecting the right career for yourself is a tough decision to make. The completion of the class 12 final examination is followed by a crucial and critical stage whereby a student needs to take one of the most important decision- the selection of a proper and appropriate career from amongst numerous career options available. The decision can either break or make the life of the students. This makes it very important for the students to carefully consider, plan and carry out their aspirations in such a manner that would avoid confusion in future.

What type of future options charm you? Do you love to take up challenges, and an opportunity to make that small difference? Are you having a curious mind? Does Science interests you? Do you care about other people, their troubles, and their twinge and pain? Are you fascinated by the different ways how medicine can improve our lives and create miracles? If “yes” is the word that answers all your questions then “Medicine” is the career option that is perfect for you and will suit you the best.

Medicine or Medical Science is among the most sought after and a rewarding career. Over the past few decades, medical studies have been open to numerous developments, as a result of which diverse specializations in medicine are increasing and emerging over the days.  Medicine as a career option is gaining great scope and possibilities.

Some of the major and most preferred specializations include General Surgery, General Medicine, Paediatrics, Dermatology, Obstetrics & Gynaecology, Ophthalmology, ENT, Psychiatry, Anesthesiology etc. Besides these there are other super specializations like Neurosurgery, Plastic Surgery, Conito-urinary surgery, Cardio-thoracic surgery, Paediatric Surgery, Endocrinology, Gastroenterology, and Clinical Haematology.

The unfortunate increase in the rate of ailments and diseases is creating a tremendous demand for medical experts. The country is replete with numerous medical institutions, schools, colleges, hospitals, nursing homes, medical centres are in the country which also creates employment opportunities for the society besides treating the sick. This coupled with liberalization of the economy is bringing better opportunities and scope for the medical professionals in terms of research, working facilities and remuneration.

The major factors that have boosted the prospects of this bright medical profession are particularly the health diseases and health care that concerns all the nations in the world irrespective of their developmental status and the unparalleled technological and scientific developments in the area of medical science.

The profession of medical science, however, is more of a responsibility rather than privilege. It is about how much you can provide the community than how much you can benefit from it.

So if healing wounds, taking care of the sick and help them live their lives in full colors, serving the society is what you want and plan to do then the medical profession is awaiting you! Study Medical science in India, take the “Medical Entrance Test”, get yourself enrolled in a good medical institute, choose the correct medical programme and specialization, study medicine and brighten up your future.

Let Your Free Spirit Mix with the Rain!

Rains in India

“Rain Drops Keep Falling On My head “- Who doesn’t love rain and get wet in rain? Who doesn’t love the roaring thunderstorms? Every one of us loves the smell of the wet soil, watch at the dirt getting washed away by the downpour, see Mother Earth wrapped in immense beauty just before the first showers of rain, and trundle in the waterlogged streets.

The first showers of rain bring with it great relief from the hot summers. The bright lightening glitters our eyes with joy. The multihued rainbow adds colors to the sky as if the painter has painted the sky with his own hands. The smell of the burning cashews makes us go mad. The rainy season brings with it a sight to behold.  Ladies’ coming out with the colorful umbrellas while men taking recourse to back big umbrellas, are the typical picture out at the streets.

The season of rain is a gala time for all specially the small kids who just wait for a chance to hide from their parents and get drenched in the rain. Breaking window panes with the balls, playing pebbles on the roadside while playing with the mud, catching fish and frogs from the rain water are unmatched experiences for the kids.

But as they say everything has a bad side to it and so does rain. Very often during the rainy season, the strong winds bring the trees down, thereby blocking the flow of traffic. Floods overflow the streets and houses. Water-logged houses and roads, cities and villages being knee dipped are the common sights during the rainy season.

But no matter what the hitches are Monsoon is the season of love that brings people close just over a small cup of steaming coffee or tea. It makes us remember and miss the special persons in our life. It’s always a great feeling to be with family at home and enjoy a sip of coffee, get soaked with our friends or go for a seaside walkway and blend with the rain while having a “bhutta”. Who wouldn’t like to enjoy these unparalled experiences? Every one of us will- isn’t it? So let’s come and get soaked this monsoon, let your free spirit mix with the rain!

Wildlife in India

Wildlife Sanctuaries Map

Wandering in the wildlife sanctuaries and watching the wildlife is an adventurous and fascinating experience. Whether a ride on the elephant’s back, a camel’s stride, waiting at the watch towers for the tigers to appear suddenly, thrilling enjoyment on spotting wild animals like elephants or deers, dancing with the peacocks etc is no doubt more exciting than watching any documentary on wildlife, on television. For a wildlife lover, India is the perfect place that bears a rich flora and fauna, that can hardly be traced in any other corner of the earth.

The unique diversity and richness of the Indian Wildlife, the national parks and the vegetation goes on to wow its tourists.  People from all across the globe, are magnetized by the diverse variety of wild life coupled with the endangered species of animals and birds in India.

With more than 500 wildlife sanctuaries and over 90 national parks, the diversity and range of wildlife in India is large and mesmerizing. Some popular wild life sanctuaries of the country include The Jim Corbett Tiger Reserve, Kanha National Park, Bandhavgarh National Park, Ranthambhor National Park, Gir National Park etc.

India is home to unparalled mixture of flora and fauna which makes India stand out from the rest of the world.  Tourists can plan and embark on a wildlife tour in India during any time. However, if you wish to experience the amazing migrating birds, leopard, tiger, barasingha and other such rare animals, then winter season is the best to visit the wild life sanctuaries and national parks in India. The tourists can also go for jungle safari in open jeeps although experience on the back of the elephants is irresistible.

Management Education: The Need of the Hour!

Mangement Institutions in India

The growing and chaotic global marketplace makes it extremely important for all of us to at least have an understanding of the fundamental connections among the environment, society and business. The role of business as a universal and international force is the need of the hour.

Growing complexity and interdependency needs new approaches. The companies require various management tools that would help in dealing with environmental and social concerns. Talented leaders and managers are required to integrate various business issues, put forward organizational goals, fulfill legal obligations, and most importantly deal with the impacts and potentials of the business in order for the society to develop.

Management Education helps the management aspirants to grow as efficient decision makers through managerial skills and knowledge in their fields. The management programmes are so designed that will broaden and develops interpersonal, conceptual and management alertness of the students for the implementation of different strategies. It trains the students to solve contradictory and incompatible business issues, develop decision making capabilities, understand the intricate business situation, take quick management decisions and also face the effects of such decisions and above all emerge as leaders for the organization and also the country.

Educational institutions help in shaping the outlooks and performance of the business leaders through education, management development programmes, research and training in the field of Business. Thus the academic institutions are capable of generating a positive change in the society thereby creating and ensuring a world that would help both the societies and the enterprises to flourish.

Over the past few decades a large number of management institutions have emerged all across the world including India. Like in other parts of the world so in India, the students now have the opportunity to select from a wide range of management institutions in India. In the area of management education, India boasts of more than 1500 institutions providing varied undergraduate and post-graduate programmes. A close look at the social scenario reveals that the unpredictable business situations definitely make the management education, the need of the hour.