September 19, 2014

People’s climate march is being organized for Delhi’s youth on September 20^th 2014. The march is set up ahead of United Nations Summit on Climate change in New York on September 23 lead by UN Secretary General Mr. Ban Ki Moon. This march continues the global trend where in youth, considered as the change makers with their profound zeal and enthusiasm to march together and send across a message to Global Leaders for stronger and binding action on Climate Change, which continues to be a global environmental concern.

Focusing on issues such as using alternative and environment friendly resources with a global and practical perspective, this march also marks the youth’s concern for their upcoming generations, demanding legal and feasible solutions from their Diplomats.

There are 120 countries participating in the summit for a universal and meaningful climate agreement for the upcoming year on September 23. However, India does not mark its presence in the list of attendance. This march is also aimed for sending across a peaceful message to the concerned authorities that India being a developing country, leads in the usage of thermal power plants to keep up with their electricity requirements.

This is not only a global environmental concern but it also contributes to the hideous lifestyles and poor surviving conditions of the less fortunate living around these plants. Moreover, not having a future alternative for a Non-Renewable source of energy is an invitation for catastrophe both environmentally and economically for our country.

With Prominent speakers like Kavita Krishnan (All India Progressive Women’s Association) and Bulbul Dhar James (Human Rights Activist) alongside recent Jammu and Kashmir flood survivors amongst others, turning up the share their opinions on the issue, this event aims to reach out to masses, especially the youth. Many students from Delhi University colleges like Gargi and Ramjas have also been lending full support. From making handmade visuals and placards to dressing up as characters sending across strong messages, more than 2000 students across the city have volunteered for the event.

The march is scheduled to start at 9 am from Nepal Embassy (near Mandi House metro station) and will hault at Jantar Mantar, where it is scheduled to reach at 1pm. With self sponsored organizations such as 350.org, Avaaz.org, India Climate Justice Network and Pravah participating, this event wishes to reach out to DU students, who are welcome to lend support and be a part of this prominent environmental and social cause.

If you wish to participate or are looking for further details regarding the event, visit https://www.facebook.com/events/733434846721991/.

Amitoj Singh

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Sex Amma

Sex Amma: Not keen on trying the back door!

By Sex Amma September 19, 2014

Q: Dear Amma, my boyfriend watches too much porn and has been forcing me for anal sex. I’m simply not comfortable with it, but he doesn’t listen and sulks when I say no. We tried once and it hurt like hell, I don’t want to do it! It’s been months and he doesn’t seem to get it. He says his friend’s girlfriend doesn’t mind it and then I feel guilty for saying no.

A. Oh my poor idli! Amma doesn’t get it, why can’t you young machhis tell a firm no? Talk to your boyfriend and explain to him once and for all that he’s being an absolutely unreasonable arse (no pun intended). You should also clearly state that what he watches on porn sites should only be used as inspiration from time to time and not be used as a benchmark.

If he still keeps on being a pain in the ass (pun definitely intended), LEAVE THE GUY! Treading the backwaters of ‘love’ is not everybody’s forte. If you’re not comfortable with it, just say NO and leave the impatient dosa.

And Amma smells something fishy in the friend story. He’s might just be trying to get his way. Don’t give in. Ask him if he would agree to the behind bang. The answer would be…you guessed it!

Let’s just leave all this back-alley business to Nicki Minaj and her Anaconda. You don’t have to torture your buns, hon!

Note to the guy: Aiyyo! Practice what you preach and then talk.

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Features

Of rankings and casual talk: Rate-my-college.com

By Priyanka Kapoor September 19, 2014

“Not every college in North Campus is cool.”
Manav Kohli, the CEO of rate-my-college.com says that students are rather misguided by the aged rumors and categorization of colleges in an atmosphere where new rankings by different platforms such as TRA have been in news.
Rate-my-college.com, which celebrated its website launch at the Patel Chest Auditorium, North Campus aims at providing every college students with the very intricate details on their colleges by introducing features such as ‘College of the week’ and ‘Compare your college’ sections on their website. The website however is not limited to the campus or even to the University as it envisions its extension quite beyond DU.
“It is a platform where students can rate, compare and share their own ideas with us”, says Manav. He adds that he himself is a part of Delhi University as he is currently studying History Honours at Shaheed Bhagat Singh College, second year. The co-editor of the team, Jasleen Kaur, is also a part of DU and is enrolled in English honors at St. Stephen’s College.
Rate-my-college.com, as the team puts it, comprises of two parts.

The first would be the main website and the second would be the blog which is, as Manav explains, is the masala to the recipe of their website. And while the main website deals with information varying from facilities to faculties, conditions of washrooms to cut-offs, the blog section deals with more lively gossips and secrets doing rounds of the campuses.

Although the website is still in its nascent stages, the idea behind it has been established quite well as it offers a lots of alumni secrets and at the same time it also aims at putting out a vision for solving more serious issues such as accommodation problems.

Image source: www.rate-my-college.com

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Interviews

In conversation with Hanita Bhambri: Delhi University’s rising singing star

By Raghav Chopra September 19, 2014

From starting out at 13 as a bathroom singer to being featured on Balconytv.com, Hanita is one of the few musicians who stand out in the herd. Listening to her play one of her self-composed tracks will leave you spell bound, to say the very least. This Business Studies student from Shaheed Sukhdev College of Business Studies is on a very high rising path to fame. I got to catch a glimpse of what she’s been up to and what’s in store for the millions of people who will undoubtedly, soon know about her talent and hard work.

Before we start, tell me little about yourself.

Hanita: I started singing at 13, and I was pathetic, but even back then I used to feel awesome (laughs). I did my schooling from Delhi Public School, Faridabad. I sang all through the later years of my school. Up until last year, I was a self-taught musician. I was of the belief that formal training kills the spontaneity of the relationship I have with my music. For me music is about self-expression. But after coming to college and meeting an amazing bunch of singers, I realized that formal training helps me channel my energy. I know what my music should sound. And training helps me do that.

Let’s talk about your journey into music. Where did it start?

Hanita: I don’t even remember! No, but that started when I was very young, around 6-7. I was always fascinated with singers. I used to think that they were superheroes. If one can sing, one can do anything. And that was the beginning of my journey. I wanted to be that. From then on, I’ve been living behind a mic.

You chose a business studies college, despite being sure of what you want to do. Why?

Hanita: Creativity is often seen as a different entity. A creative person can also be a million other things. But on a side note, a lot of times record labels interfere with their artists’ creativity. And studying business helps me understand the competitive landscape much better. I also plan to have my own independent label. So Business Studies sounds like an informed choice. Also, I genuinely like marketing and CBS has made me the person I am today.

You’re often touted as Adele of Delhi University. Who is your inspiration?

Hanita: (laughs) I like Adele but I don’t really follow her music. My first song was by Avril Lavigne. And people used to say I sounded like her. Then they called me the Cranberry Singer and then Adele. Now I’m finally my own singer. The people I’m really inspired by are Ben Howard, Grace Potter, Jack Savorreti and a host of other bands that are coming up here in Delhi.

What is the kind of music that appeals most to you?

Hanita: Folk music speaks to me the most. But I’m very open to everything. I have no qualms about getting out of my comfort zone.

Your genre is International Music, which is largely unrecognized in India. Plus there’s crazy competition in this field. Does that scare you?

Hanita: It is extremely competitive, which is scary. In a corporate setting, the milestones are laid out for you. You know where you’re going. In the music scene, it’s very confusing. In India, the good thing is the genre is very untapped. It’s up for grabs. It’s like being a big fish in a small pond.

You’ve achieved considerable milestones, even though there’s still a long way to go. What’s next?

Hanita: Like you said, I’ve just started. A lot’s yet to be accomplished. I’m working with a collective now. We’re competing at BalconyTV.com. So yes, I plan to keep doing my own thing and hopefully, light up a few faces with my music.

Listen to Hanita’s music here: https://soundcloud.com/hanitab

Raghav Chopra

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Image couresty: Balconytv.com

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