Thursday, May 5, 2011

quote

All grand thoughts come from the heart.
-Marquis De Vauvenargues

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The sweetest of all sounds is praise.
-Xenaphon

Events in history of india

4-May-1783

Tipu Sultan was enthroned as the ruler of Mysore after the death of Haider Ali in a simple ceremony at Bednur. He continued the Second Mysore War against the English. He defeated many EnglishGenerals like Brithwhite & Col. Bailey. Tipu Sultan signed the treaty at Mangalore on 11th March 1784 A.D. which was known as the Mangalore treaty.

4-May-1799

Tipu Sultan is killed in a battle against 5,000 British soldiers who stormed and razed his capital, Seringapatanam.

26-August-1303

Alauddin Khilji captured Chittorhgarh after defeating Rana Bhim Singh. Before the capture, Padmini, the beautiful queen along with several hundred females, had sacrificed herself in fire (Jouhar Pratha). This whole battle was fought due to Padmini.

Tuesday, May 3, 2011

quote

As long as we are persistence in our pursuit of our deepest destiny, we will continue to grow. We cannot choose the day or time when we will fully bloom. It happens in its own time.
-Denis Waitley

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I suppose leadership at one time meant muscles; but today it means getting along with people.
-Mohandas Gandhi

Sunday, May 1, 2011

CHARMING REGAL DIVAS


  1. The name of Maharani Gayatri Devi, Rajmata of Jaipur, was featured in Vogue's most beautiful women list. She was a woman of elan - known for her timeless and classic beauty.

2. Jordanian Queen Rania's charisma goes beyond her good looks. She is a strong woman who is dedicated to many causes - including educational reforms within her country and impoverished African countries. She is also an active campaigner of UNICEF.

3. Do we need to explain about late Princess Diana - fondly called the 'People's Princess'?. The shy lady won the hears of people with her charm, elegance and philanthropic deeds. Her turbulent life, hairstyle and fashion becoming the topic everyone wanted to talk about, copied by millions around the globe as they witnessed her life through photographs.

4. Grace Kelly - the charming screen goddess who became 'Her Serene Highness - The Princess of Monaco' after her marriage to Prince Rainier of Monaco, was another royal figure who caught the fancy of the world with her amazing grace and fashion sense.

5. Princess of the East - Crown Princess Masako - the wife of Japan's Crown Prince Naruhito, is a unique mix of beauty and brains. Prior to her royal status, she had a successful diplomatic career in the Japanese Ministry of Foreign Affairs.