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Surya is a pratyaksh-visible-deity. Surya's light and power also manifest
in the glory of the Hindu trinity: Brahma, Vishnu and Mahesh. It is believed
that worshippers of Surya are free of the negative influences of the planets.
The record label Dhadkan has brought out a new album, Surya Namaskar:
Chants and Mantras of Surya. It contains hymns, the Gayatri Mantra, Surya
Avahan, Surya Ashtakam and the Aditya Hridayam stotram. The mantras have
been chanted by Ajay Phonkar, the well-known vocalist from the Kirana
Gharana, and the music has been arranged by his son Abhijit. Each cassette
costs Rs 75. For more details log on to www.dhadkan.com.
 EXHIBITION
Glittering Return
Fifty years after the Nizam's jewels
were moved from Hyderabad to the vaults of the Hong Kong and Shanghai
Bank in Mumbai, the treasure is finally back to where it belongs. Except
that the display of the 173 exquisite pieces of jewellery will be on view
only till January 27 at the Salar Jung Museum. On sale will be a range
of souvenirs, including a replica of the Jacob diamond for Rs 400. Indians
to pay an entry fee of Rs 50 and foreigners Rs 500.
 LAW
ADVISER
Legal Ease
Consultation on aspects of Indian laws and taxes for drafting documents
and for supplementary services such as physical verification, registration,
filling and execution of documents and forms in India, can be had on www.myvakil.com.
Promoted by Karti Chidambaram, the site also lets users browse through
articles on current topics and chat with experts.
 ART
Little Wonders
Indian paintings rendered on small pieces of canvas and belonging to
the period extending from the 14th to 19th century are called miniatures.
Rajasthani, Mughal, Pahari and Deccani paintings were prominent among
the miniatures. The Marito Corporation has launched a CD-ROM on Indian
miniature paintings under the brand name Fotofine. It contains 51 A3-size
images of a very high resolution of 5200x3700 pixels. Marito's other titles
include Indian monuments and landmarks, flowers, etc. Each CD costs Rs
599. For more information log on to www.fotofine.com.
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ISSUE DEC 10, 2001
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