In this issue

She is talented, ravishing. Most importantly, she has that unbridled spunk to translate all her dreams into reality. Yes, we are talking about #ShaliniPandey, who features onour cover page this month. From the City of Destiny, we have Prof.G.Nageswara Rao, Vice-Chancellor, Andhra University. A name to reckon with in the education sector, he needs no special introduction. Want to be an expert in International Business and Global Entrepreneurship? Head to GITAM School of International Business (GSIB)! According to Dr.N.S.Raju, Managing Trustee of Age Care Foundation (ACF), palliative care is an integral part of treatment, particularly for those suffering from long-term illnesses. There are stories that prove that if our willpower is strong,the heart can always achieve what it desires. One such story is that of Pilot Snigdha. He had a concept and he worked hard. That is how Ashish, built a mighty kingdom called Sowbhagya.
One of the most reputed designers amongst fashion buffs, Keerthi Reddy, with an artistic mind and a flair for creativity, has developed a unique style of her own. Known for his flamboyant, ornate and innovative jewellery designs, Jibran Sharif uses the best materials and does not compromise on the finish. Think of authenticand luscious Andhra cuisine and the first name that comesto mind is Ulavachuru. Owners, Vijay and Vinay ensure that only the freshest ingredients go into oldest traditional delicacies. Creativity lies in the eyes of the discerning. Vikas is one of them. The young lad is not only a professional wedding photographer and owner of Pixel Army but also runs Chai Kahani-an exclusive tea outlet.

A Corner For Coffee

We will start with a fun coffee fact. Did you know that the bold, rich coffee Macchiato is basically an espresso with a small amount of foamed milk on top and served in a demitasse cup?

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Where The Flavour Inebriates You

Isn’t it a bit surprising that the city has not sprouted its own share of stand-alone tandoori restaurants?

1 min

Need A Must-have? They Have It

The festive season has kicked off and quite a few of you may be looking to upgrade your home entertainment systems or planning to purchase a brand new smart phone.

1 min

For That Sweet Indulgence

Diwali is just round the corner, setting the right tone for festivity.

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Doc With King Size Heart

Remember how Munna Bhai (Sanjay Dutt) brings happiness to those distressed with his Jadoo Ki Jhappi (magical hug) in the film Munna Bhai M.B.B.S. He defies convention to bring back a brain dead man to life. In yet another case, he fills the last moments of a cancer patient with joy. That is only one part of palliative care. To know what palliative care is all about, we spoke to Dr.N.S.Raju, Geriatrician, Palliative Care Physician and Managing Trustee of Age Care Foundation (ACF).

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Sky Is No Limit For Her

Pilot Snigdha is on Cloud Nine, not physically in the flying machine she handles with great elan, but in spirit and energy. Why not? At an age when many of her peers grope to keep their feet firmly on the ground, she has reached the enviable heights of success by logging in 20,000 hours of commercial flying. Right now she is at the threshold of a life-altering and ecstatic adventure. Yes, to be precise, she is shortly taking off into the wonderful world of motherhood. We catch the ‘hi-fly’ lady taking a short break and substituting air safety manuals with What to Expect When You're Expecting. The First Officer, Jet Airways, talks of her tryst with aviation in detail and explains at what altitude she is cruising right now. Her eloquent eyes and enchanting smile embellish her unassuming disposition and articulate narration.

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His Race To Glory

Fabric- an item to which the word enough does not apply. C’mon, let us admit that the joy of buying it never gets over. Have you ever come across a woman who doesn’t enjoy mixing-and-matching, playing with colours and trying out various blouse designs to team with saris? Offering all that that satisfies the feminine whims and wishes is Sowbhagya. The credit of building this mighty place goes to Y.Naga Ashish, who just in a short span of time, made the outlet a go-to-place for all those matching dilemmas. So, what’s his story? Read on...

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Her Fabric Speaks

After having dedicated over 20 years of her life to the fashion industry, Keerthi Reddy is obviously a known name in the circuit. She has been running her design studio Valka and recently opened The Deccan Story too. She knows exactly what she wants and is well equipped with perfect entrepreneurial skills, This makes the conversation with her real fun. We caught up with the lovely lady to know more about her journey, career and life...

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Gem Of An Entrepreneur

Following his passion for diamonds and jewellery, Jibran Sharif not only started his own line of fine jewellery, but also opened a store recently. A firm believer in the maxim-let the product do all the talking and publicity, this young man is known for his quality products and designs. His better half Maha is his pillar of support and in step with him in every endeavour. We went into the house hold of this couple to understand his work and their relationship better.

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Tea Tale That Really Clicked

After starting his career right from the first year of college, Vikas Reddy has always known what he wants from life and does not shy away from hard work. Owner of the photography and advertising firm Pixel Army and a tea brand Chai Kahani, this 24-year-old is a bundle of energy. He has learnt from his mistakes and experiences and is extremely proud of all of them. Currently working on both his babies, the young man took out some time to fill us with a few details about his life and career plans. Read on to know his story...

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