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A Local Area Network on LAN for short was first proposed sometime around the year 1993. It was not termed as Wireless Hotspot until much later, but there was an understanding of how this tech could go wireless. They just called it Wireless LAN. As an engineering student myself, I can\u2019t even begin listing how many times WLAN has come in handy for me. And I\u2019m sure it has come to the rescue of almost all students in general. Don\u2019t know what I\u2019m talking about?<\/p>
Ok let\u2019s begin by understanding how a WLAN or a hotspot actually works because most of you might start using it less after the 31st. At the risk of sounding like your run off the mill computer science nerd, I\u2019m going to talk about the infrastructure of these networks. Right off the bat, there are 3 main types of WLAN infrastructures, <\/p>
\n1)\tAd Hoc or P2P:<\/b> <\/p>
In this structure, a network has stations which communicate only peer to peer. In a Wi-Fi P2P group, the group owner operates as an access point and all other devices are clients. This usually works out when the devices are in close range of the transmitting network. <\/p>
2)\tBridge: <\/b><\/p>
A wireless Ethernet bridge allows the connection of devices on a wired Ethernet network to a wireless network. The bridge acts as the connection point to the Wireless LAN. <\/p>
3)\tWireless Distribution System:<\/b><\/p>
\nThis system allows wireless interconnection between various source providers. Connections between clients is made by using MAC addresses instead of IP assignments. This requires all the base stations to be tuned into the same radio frequency or channel and share a password if equipped. This system is usually used in router to router configurations where each base point works to amplify or extend the signal input. \n\n<\/p>
Still don\u2019t see how hotspots help you as a student? A few examples maybe will help, <\/p>
Notes are essential to any student life and realistically and not all students, let\u2019s say, are eager to write during a lecture. One revolutionary method our generation has taken up to bypass this note taking tradition is by taking pictures or scanned pdfs from the poor souls who are attentive enough. Yes, the time of the Xerox copies is a thing of the past. The future is now old man. But there\u2019s one tiny problem. The transfer of these files from person to person. Admittedly, we could still use services like a messenger to send or receive these images but, one way better alternative is to use applications on your mobile like Xender, ShareIt etc. which work on creating a local hotspot using your phones inbuilt tethering service to transfer files without ever using the internet. This mechanism allows for very high speeds which we all love. \n<\/p>
Let\u2019s be honest here, almost everyone of us has been guilty of asking that one friend with unlimited 4g data pack to just leave his WiFi-hotspot on for hours on end just so that we can have our Facebook feed popping all during the day. In the settings of your Android phone, you can actually set the no. of users that can connect to your tethered hotspot and also control the bandwidth. (2.4 GHz and 5 GHz)<\/p>
In our addiction to have competitive gaming possible at all possible time and place, game developers have built in certain mechanics to satisfy our need to assert dominance, however stupid that dominance might seem. Some common games which use a local hotspot to give competitive player vs player experience are Mini Militia, Badlands, Crossy Road and few arcade games like Chess and Checkers. And who can deny major league WLAN gaming like Dota2 and CounterStrike events which include hundreds of gamers to be on the same platform to improve the competitive atmosphere on the whole. <\/p>
Even the messaging apps have begun rolling out local texting, or offline chat as they like to call it, which pretty much uses the same concept of a local WLAN to allow transfer of everything from messages, pictures and movies right from your conversation screen. Although this might seem trivial, who wouldn\u2019t take up an opportunity to reduce on data usage once the free internet dies off. <\/p>"}]
Days pass<\/p>
Hours go by<\/p>
Nothing remains still. <\/p>
But certain things remain still. Amidst all one is \"non fitting\", when you don't fit in anywhere. A sudden fear, uninvited pain and cry. That drooping and glum face of mine terrifies certainly. <\/p>
I start thinking because its really thought-provoking. I try not to engage myself, but I push myself to be involved in it. Twist and turn, arrive. Weird feeling rises so, as uselessness. Unable to find anything. Jumping into conclusion at that moment is the silliest as ever. <\/p>
Reason? What are the reasons of my \"non fitting\" or why don't I fit anywhere and anything? No answers come out from anywhere. Everywhere just questions : Endless questions. It is as if I'm surrounded by \"Questions\"=\" Q\" not Air or Wind. Wind soothes me but not these Q's. It suffocates me instead. <\/p>
Remedy is one only - attempting something. Like \"try\", try to fit. Starting of different ways. Ah! Here starts my plight, human's plight. Unending unfathomable undeniable unavoidable. <\/p>
When nothing comes out, out of these tryings I stop the attempts and search of it. My mind starts fumbling and my thoughts take a place to sit calmly. They start panicking and sometimes they stop being melancholic. They just accept the reality so am I! <\/p>
And I finally understand that this is reality and going with it is the source of my happiness. Although there's no remedy for this because when you know \" When you don't fit anywhere\"<\/p>"}]
For as long as I can remember I\u2019ve had an overwhelming love for books and reading. The presence of fiction and storytelling in my life from an early age helped ignite my imagination and passion, and for that I will always be grateful.<\/p>
Now, here I am about to enter in my twenties and still just as obsessed with reading books. That\u2019s how you\u2019ll see me spending any scrap of free time I might have; with my face shoved into a book. I love the smell of the pages; I love the stories; I\u2019m just a book junkie.<\/p>
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There\u2019s nothing wrong with loving books and being passionate about stories. In fact, if you ask me there are several perks to being an avid reader:<\/p>
<\/p>
1. You\u2019ll Always Be Entertained<\/b><\/p>
I think one of my favourite things about reading is that I always have a way to entertain myself. Having a book handy is one of the easiest ways to alleviate boredom.\nIf you\u2019re stuck at the airport because of delays, you have a book.\nYou\u2019re waiting for the train or bus, you have a book.\nIt\u2019s a convenient, fun way to keep yourself busy.\n<\/p>"},{"type":"img","id":"img-uid-1488988286831","data":"58c028d2947b5"},{"type":"txt","id":"rich_1488987867161","data":"
2. You can write<\/b><\/p>
Most writers read, and plenty of die-hard readers, write. Hanging with great literature is sure to up your own writing chops, and good writing has a way of working its way into your head.\n <\/p>"},{"type":"img","id":"img-uid-1488988298576","data":"58c028d469c20"},{"type":"txt","id":"rich_1488987896415","data":"
3. You\u2019re Constantly Learning<\/b><\/p>
Whether the book is fiction, fantasy or historical, you are always learning. The beauty of stories is that you are presented with a different plot, conflict and characters almost every time and it provides a great deal of insight. <\/p>
Instead of texting or mindlessly searching the Internet (even though it\u2019s incredibly entertaining) reading is a much more productive use of your time. Social media induces so much FOMO, but reading just generates a new way of thinking and understanding. There\u2019s really no down side.\n <\/p>"},{"type":"img","id":"img-uid-1488988322390","data":"58c028e74566a"},{"type":"txt","id":"rich_1488987916618","data":"
4. Reading Gives Perspective<\/b> <\/p>
In today\u2019s society it\u2019s too easy to be consumed by our own lives and stay in our sheltered bubbles. But, by reading I believe that we get the opportunity to live many lives in a sense through the words we devour and getting to see the stories of others. This helps us understand people by giving us the potential to put ourselves in someone else\u2019s shoes.\n <\/p>"},{"type":"img","id":"img-uid-1488988332123","data":"58c02909e97f1"},{"type":"txt","id":"rich_1488987944274","data":"
5. You Can Get In Touch With Your Creative Side<\/b> <\/p>
Reading is an awesome way to get in touch with your creative side. I\u2019m always complaining about how I wish I was artistic, my art skills are pretty pitiful, but this is a great alternative to being creative. <\/p>
You can completely immerse yourself in the characters shoes and understand their story from a perspective you may have never thought of. Rather than being physically creative, this is a way to be mentally creative.<\/p>
Who knows, maybe this could even encourage you to create your own book or stories.\n <\/p>"},{"type":"img","id":"img-uid-1488988368827","data":"58c0293bb9982"},{"type":"txt","id":"rich_1488987979188","data":"
6. You Understand People<\/b> <\/p>
Remember what I said about being able to place yourself in the character\u2019s shoes? This really gives you a better sense of other people\u2019s lives, decisions and feelings. Of course, you don\u2019t physically know the character but you definitely form a mental connection and this provides insight into another person\u2019s world. <\/p>
Just because they\u2019re a character in a book, does not mean that this same person does not exist elsewhere in the physical world. The stories you come to understand are ones that people all over the world have probably experienced. Take these stories to heart because it will end up helping you. <\/p>
The more you come to learn and see, the better you understand the world around you. Of course we might always not agree with someone\u2019s behavior or choices but being exposed to the stories allows us to comprehend the diversity of humans.\n <\/p>"},{"type":"img","id":"img-uid-1488988417393","data":"58c02a3689c7b"},{"type":"txt","id":"rich_1488988020141","data":"
7. Reading increases your vocabulary <\/b><\/p>
When you read a book aloud, you are more likely to pick up new words and learn to pronounce them properly. In a generation where we use so few of the many good words in the English language, adding more words to our vocab is never a bad thing! Of course, reading aloud has many other benefits. That\u2019s just one of them!\n <\/p>"},{"type":"img","id":"img-uid-1488988518115","data":"58c029e23c33b"},{"type":"txt","id":"rich_1488988037273","data":"
8. It\u2019s Relaxing <\/b><\/p>
I have also used reading as a way to relax. I\u2019ve found it really helpful for the times when falling asleep is difficult or if I\u2019m feeling a little anxious. There\u2019s something really soothing about curling up in your bed with a good book. I believe that reading takes your mind off any stress or problems you\u2019re experiencing in your life and helps you focus on something more positive. <\/p>
It\u2019s almost a way of just being present and enjoying the moment because all you\u2019re thinking about is the story. You\u2019re so caught up in what\u2019s happening to the character that it\u2019s pretty hard to think about things bothering you at work, or in your social life.\n <\/p>"},{"type":"img","id":"img-uid-1488988583805","data":"58c02a254fae2"},{"type":"txt","id":"rich_1488988059905","data":"
Reading is my first love. I don\u2019t remember a time in my life where it wasn\u2019t my favourite thing to do. I can spend hours on end lost in stories, with the world around me just disappearing. And truth be told, the fact that I\u2019m a bookworm is one of my favorite things about myself, thanks to these above mentioned reasons. <\/p>"}]
With a change in lifestyle over the past ten years there has been a shift in food choices, women often are subject to health issues like malnutrition and diabetes. In an attempt to spread awareness about proper diet practices and fitness, QuriosEATY - a quick service restaurant, organised the event 'QE Food Talks - Women On The Move This Women's Day.' The event had nutritionists, Dr.Janaki and Dr. Meghana Varma pitching about the importance of healthy diet albeit hectic schedules. The event had ICFAI - Bangalore students coordinating the event as a part of their internship program in Market research. <\/p>"},{"type":"img","id":"img-uid-1488972309979","data":"58bfea70e1012"},{"type":"txt","id":"rich_1488972185912","data":"
Young women and girls in this era are not conscious about their unhealthy food habits. While a majority of them starve themselves to put down weight, some of them are unable to take good care of themselves and their family because of their hectic schedules or ignorance. Addressing such prime problems, Dr. Janaki who is the founder and consultant at 'Diaita-Eat right Clinic' talked about the importance of having a balanced diet. \"Balanced\u200b \u200bdiet\u200b \u200bitself\u200b \u200bwill\u200b \u200bhelp\u200b \u200byou\u200b \u200bmaintain\u200b \u200bweight, you do not have to starve yourself to reduce weight,\"urged Dr. Janaki. <\/p>
According to her, Balanced diet is having the five food groups in your meal; cereals like rice and wheat, pulses like beans, vegetables, fruits and milk or milk products. This gives you the right amount of proteins, minerals, vitamins, carbohydrates and fats that your body will need to stay fit. <\/p>
\"Eating moderately in the right proportions and at the right time is important. One and a half hour after your wake is the ideal time for breakfast, your lunch should between twelve to one in the afternoon and your dinner before eight,\" said the nutritionist. <\/p>"},{"type":"img","id":"img-uid-1488972353378","data":"58bfea8894228"},{"type":"txt","id":"rich_1488972226483","data":"
Their were many questions from the audience regarding practicing western diet habits and substitutes for vitamins. \"Experimenting with food is good but only to a certain level, because we humans are highly adaptable to any climate or food but at a cost. We all thrive on the food that is grown in our vicinity,\" she said. <\/p>"},{"type":"txt","id":"rich_1488972250645","data":"
Another speaker at the event Dr. Suresh a physician turned nutritionist said \"On an average every Indian spends about 30 rupees on food which means 130 crore people in India spend about 16 lakh crore rupees to buy food. Most of it unhealthy and devoid of proper nutrition, everyday your body is formed afresh with new cells and if you are happy with burgers and pizza\u2019s in your meal think what you are building your body with; pure junk.\" <\/p>"},{"type":"img","id":"img-uid-1488972372997","data":"58bfea9cc932e"},{"type":"txt","id":"rich_1488972272206","data":"
In the modern day, women are a part of workforce in all fields. With a change in lifestyles and daily routines, the time spent by women in the kitchen has comedown directly affecting the quality of food. When the sugar level in your blood increases as result of eating junk or unhealthy food, it has an impact on all organs. <\/p>
Addressing real issues of working women or ambitious women, Dr. Meghana Varma spoke about what can be done to encounter such situations. \"One has to plan out for a week and buy groceries accordingly to ensure that the diet has all five food groups. Give priority to yourself, only when the woman in the house is healthy, the entire family stays fit, so make sure you carry along with you home-made food to your workplace. Eat nuts when your lunch is delayed for whatever reason, and 100 steps of walking after a meal will make a big difference,\" said Dr. Meghana. <\/p>"},{"type":"img","id":"img-uid-1488972388166","data":"58bfeaaaabe1b"}]
Harika Dronavalli, the 26 year old chess Grandmaster recently bagged the third slot at the World Chess Championship in Iran, just three days ago. The ace chess player has several international titles to her credit, including being among the top 10 female chess players across the world. Having started off winning national level championships in 2000, when she was just 10 years old, Harika has come a long way so far, including achieving the Grandmaster title in 2011.<\/p>
stuMagz got in touch with her for a quick chat, as a part of the women's day campaign and we spoke to her about the most common questions that students would want to ask her and here's what she has to say.<\/p>"},{"type":"img","id":"img-uid-1488973192246","data":"58bfedcdda29e"},{"type":"txt","id":"rich_1488972261075","data":"
When did you start playing chess?<\/b><\/p>
I started playing chess when I was seven years old and started playing in the national level a couple of years later.<\/p>
How does your typical day go?<\/b> What do you do when you have to prepare for a tournament?<\/b><\/p>
On a typical day, I exercise for an hour in the morning and later I work on chess the entire day. I do take a day off sometimes but physical fitness and chess practice is what I put emphasis on most of the time.<\/p>
What are the best moments of your chess career?<\/b><\/p>
There are many best moments in my career so far, every moment was special at that point of time, but if I have to pick a few, I would say the under-14 World Championship in 2004 is the most special on for me, because that was my first gold medal; and also, when I won the World Juniors in 2008, I was elated. Winning the bronze medal in the Asian games was also special for me but receiving the Arjuna Award was what made me feel as if I'm on top of the world!<\/p>
Has chess shaped how you see this world?<\/b> <\/p>
While chess hasn't directly changed or affected my worldview, the opportunity to travel that I got from Chess, has definitely changed my perspective. Chess made me travel across the world and explore different cultures and places and that, has contributed greatly towards making me the person that I am now.<\/p>
What do you do in your free time? Any hobbies in particular?<\/b><\/p>
I watch movies and serials, I love listening to music, I am into reading a lot of biographies. I also love cooking!<\/p>
Where do you see yourself in the next 5 years?<\/b><\/p>
I want to be the top ranking player in the world. I know it is a big thing but I am confident and will work towards it.<\/p>
To students who want to play chess, both professionally and casually, what would you tell them?<\/b><\/p>
In general I would suggest everyone to play chess as a brain-exercise and then they can decide for themselves whether to play professionally or just like hobby. I personally have experienced it and also seen it in others and it is also a proven fact that chess increases ones brain power and is also useful to perform well at studies.I suggest everyone to try chess and try working on it at some point of time and later decide about whether or not to take it up professionally.<\/p>"}]
Be bold for change, is the theme for this year's international women's day. A lot of women today stand as an inspiration in their chosen fields. On this positive and bright note, today we have covered 5 women who have been working in their chosen fields, in their own way to bring about a change, a positive one at that! They have been relentlessly working in their fields to not only make a mark in their fields but also contribute to making the world a better place, to the maximum of their capacities.<\/p>
There are numerous fields in which women have proven their mettle. Here today, we are covering women who we have seen do their bit with utmost perseverance and patience. <\/p>"},{"type":"txt","id":"rich_1488957342370","data":"
Music: <\/b><\/p>
Ms Ivaturi Jagadamba, today stands proud as the principal of Vidyadhari School of Music which specializes in Carnatic classical music, Visakhapatnam. According to Ms Jagadamba, patience, perseverance and hard-work helped her stand where she is. Raised in Anakapalle, Jagadamba was interested in music from the tender age of 3 and her father encouraged her to learn. Soon, the years passed and she was enrolled in Bachelor of Arts in Music, and she firmly says that changed her life, for good. Along with learning music and pursuing her graduation, life gave her marriage and pregnancy along with which, there were some hardships financial and otherwise, which drove Jagadamba to a point of almost giving up. But, she relented on, and here she stands proud. She draws energy and inspiration from her maternal grandmother, who till the age of 60 knit woolen dolls, sweaters and caps and sold them to be able to afford gifts for Jagadamba and her cousins. In that generation, her grandmother served as the municipal counsellor and stood tall, literally and otherwise; she was 6-footer. Strength and independence were what Jagadamba learnt and inherited. Started on 14 October, 2013 by one of her students, today the school has 5 teachers and 110 students, the youngest of who is 3 years and can recognize and differentiate the various Raagas. Her only principle is to not hurt anyone. And one issue that bothers her is sexual harassment of women, across age groups. She believes the offenders shouldn\u2019t be excused, no matter what.<\/p>
And her mantra to a happy life: \u201cBalanced life, happiness and sadness are both a part of life, learn to accept and persevere and you will achieve your goals.\u201d<\/p>"},{"type":"img","id":"img-uid-1488958632076","data":"58bfb4fe781d4"},{"type":"txt","id":"rich_1488957419257","data":"
Social Development: <\/b><\/p>
Nandita Pradhan works in Participatory Research in Asia (PRIA), a Delhi based NGO which works on governance, water and sanitation, sexual harassment at workplace (SHW) and violence against women and girls. Nandita works on the gender team and is a strong woman driven by passion and motivation and works towards making workplaces safe for women. Sexual harassment at workplace is one of the most underreported forms of violence against women. In trying to battle this, Nandita firmly believes that they are trying to intervene at the societal level. Ultimately, those in a society are those who are a part of the workplace. Nandita says, \u201ca workplace can be a school, college, office, shopping mall or even our own homes are workplaces for our domestic helps.\u201d \u201cIn a formal setting, we have a law against SHW, but the main issue is the informal workspaces like construction workers, garment company workers, trade unions and so on.\u201d Only by initiating a dialogue and having a conversation, Nandita says can attitudes be influenced and changed. \u201cIt is attitudes which need to change.\u201d Nandita loves the conversations she has with men and women from various formal and informal settings. Nandita also says it is extremely important to talk to men and boys, women are already aware of the issues, men and boys need to be sensitized against these issues to be able to influence change and behavior. Identity she believes, is extremely important for women, not limited to wives, mothers, sisters and daughters. And her mantra, \u201cjust be and let be.\u201d <\/p>"},{"type":"img","id":"img-uid-1488958504795","data":"58bfb558561f9"},{"type":"txt","id":"rich_1488957558243","data":"
Dance: <\/b><\/p>
Sravya Manasa is a young dancer from the city of Hyderabad. Along with education, she pursued dance from the young age of 6. As a performer, she believes in presenting dance on the various issues rampant in the society. Some of the broad areas she worked on include child labour, sexual abuse and women empowerment. She believes that dance, when portrayed meaningfully will move the younger generation to think and ponder over these issues. Sravya is currently working on the theme of \u2018Panchabhoota\u2019 with English music to raise awareness on the World Environment Day. Schools and colleges will be involved in this program. She sees herself as a performer propagating the rich culture and heritage of Indian classical dance as well as teach. On the occasion of women\u2019s day, Sravya believes we need to celebrate the journey of equality and parity, along with understanding the current status to be able to work towards an equal and inclusive society. She believes in being #boldforchange. Dance to her is important and she believes the world is the dance floor. Her advice to young women, \u201cSpeak out. Speak out what you want. Do what you love. The change would definitely inspire many more women\u201d <\/p>"},{"type":"img","id":"img-uid-1488958759356","data":"58bfb56a0446a"},{"type":"txt","id":"rich_1488957622421","data":"
Writing: <\/b><\/p>
Vaikhari Aryat is a PhD Scholar at University of Hyderabad. A Dalit, queer woman, she stands proud of her identity, as a woman and as a writer. The journey was not an easy one, from being a young school girl bullied for writing to the social media jeers and other forms of bullying to today as a woman whose words at the time of Rohith Vemula struggle, have reached the Telangana State Assembly. Upon asking her why she writes, her answer is simple. She writes for the many women like her, to help establish an identity. She is not afraid of being judged, hated or bullied. She will continue to write and to represent. She firmly believes she could reach out to a lot of people within her community through her writing.Quoting her, \u201cToday, after about 6 years later, I see a growth in the percentage of Dalit, Bahujan, Adivasi, Muslim women who speak up on various issues, from various standpoints. I think that is the cue for better change. The way these voices being raised above all the violence they encounter on a daily basis is the sign of a better space evolving. It declares women are not a homogeneous category.She quotes Ambedkar for the younger fraternity, ''Educate, organize and agitate; have faith in yourself\u201d\u201d <\/p>"},{"type":"img","id":"img-uid-1488958776195","data":"58bfb57bab8ed"},{"type":"txt","id":"rich_1488957648250","data":"
Activism:<\/b><\/p>
Arpita Jaya, a PhD Scholar from University Of Hyderabad, is a well-known activist on the social issues of caste and gender. Having chosen to stand up and fight these issues right when she was a student, Arpita stands as an inspiration to a lot of younger women and girls in the university. Her own experience of being sexually harassed at a very young age left a mark on her and later when she joined the university, she realized many women share the same anger that she felt against discrimination and harassment. Having started her struggle for women and marginalized communities, Arpita sees herself continuing to stand up and fight for people\u2019s rights. \u2018\u2019There are countless women embedded in the pages of history who have fought relentlessly for the position we have in society today. It is our responsibility to take the torch and march ahead together to work towards bringing a revolutionary change in society,\u201d says the activist, and adds, \u201cRelentless struggle alone will break the existing systems of caste and patriarchy. The onus of the struggle to be bold for change does not lie on women alone. It is a collective responsibility, for a just and humane society. \u201d <\/p>
She extends her revolutionary greetings to women on this International Women\u2019s Day.<\/p>"},{"type":"img","id":"img-uid-1488958795861","data":"58bfb59389a16"}]
International Women's Day is a celebration of social, political, economic and cultural achievements of women. Despite of hardships and social concerns that pull down the morale of women who aspire to achieve great heights, these women have made us proud by setting examples for younger generations. So this women's day let us all do our bit make this world a women's world too. <\/p>
Here is the list of young achievers whose journey's have been incredibly inspiring. <\/p>"},{"type":"txt","id":"rich_1488872313186","data":"
1. Kovida Yalamanchi<\/a> <\/p>Kovida is a writer, Musician and a leader, but what is most interesting about Kovida is that she is in 12 standard. This multi-faceted teenager has penned a book 'The Window Seat', started an initiative 'Reading With The Tunes'; in addition to being associated with two NGOs - Asritha and Nachiket where she mentors girls on writing. <\/p>"},{"type":"img","id":"img-uid-1488889579018","data":"58bea72d2de69"},{"type":"txt","id":"rich_1488872354259","data":"2. Syeda Falak<\/a> <\/p>22 year old Syeda Falak is martial artist with over 16 international titles. Being the first martial artist from Telangana to represent India at the World Karate Championship in Germany she has certainly has exemplified courage and determination. She also is the first Telanganite to win the senior National Title. <\/p>"},{"type":"img","id":"img-uid-1488878995063","data":"58be7de00caba"},{"type":"txt","id":"rich_1488872410392","data":"3. Saara Qureshi<\/a><\/p>Have you heard of chess boxing? Chess Boxing is a unique that combines Chess and Boxing, wherein the boxers take part in alternating rounds of Chess and Boxing. Sara had to overcome many odds to be what she is; coming from a Muslim family establishing herself in sport like boxing is challenge by itself and we have Sara who emerged as a champion in a unique sport like chess boxing. <\/p>"},{"type":"img","id":"img-uid-1488879254540","data":"58be7edea4b51"},{"type":"txt","id":"rich_1488872568897","data":"4. Jaahnavi Sriperambuduru<\/a><\/p>The 15 year old Jaahnavi Sriperambuduru has broken all stereotypes and has been an inspiration to many young girls. She is on the mission seven; which is to scale all the highest peaks in the world completing four out of seven. Besides being a successful mountaineer she is also into social service. The Jaahnavi Foundation works on educating young girls in rural areas and help them become independent. <\/p>"},{"type":"img","id":"img-uid-1488889789199","data":"58bea80393a3f"},{"type":"txt","id":"rich_1488873197481","data":"5. Kiranmayee Madupu<\/a> <\/p>Kiranmayee is bharatnatyam student turned teacher, a choreographer and cultural entrepreneur. Her journey is truly motivating. She was taught by veteran Bharatanatyam performer and teacher Guru Hemamalini Arni, who is a student of Padmabhushan awardee Smt. T Balasaraswati, and Padmasri awardee Sri Vazhuvoor Ramaih Pillai. <\/p>"},{"type":"img","id":"img-uid-1488889758554","data":"58bea7e5856c3"},{"type":"txt","id":"rich_1488873238755","data":"6. Bhuvana Kalva<\/a> <\/p>Bhuvana Kalva is a young tennis sensation who is ranked 702 in the ITF rankings has many titles to her credit; from university tournaments to national level competitions she has gone a long way inspiring and setting high targets to the city girls. <\/p>"},{"type":"img","id":"img-uid-1488889682685","data":"58bea7d962b7b"}]
Kovida is a writer, Musician and a leader, but what is most interesting about Kovida is that she is in 12 standard. This multi-faceted teenager has penned a book 'The Window Seat', started an initiative 'Reading With The Tunes'; in addition to being associated with two NGOs - Asritha and Nachiket where she mentors girls on writing. <\/p>"},{"type":"img","id":"img-uid-1488889579018","data":"58bea72d2de69"},{"type":"txt","id":"rich_1488872354259","data":"
2. Syeda Falak<\/a> <\/p>22 year old Syeda Falak is martial artist with over 16 international titles. Being the first martial artist from Telangana to represent India at the World Karate Championship in Germany she has certainly has exemplified courage and determination. She also is the first Telanganite to win the senior National Title. <\/p>"},{"type":"img","id":"img-uid-1488878995063","data":"58be7de00caba"},{"type":"txt","id":"rich_1488872410392","data":"3. Saara Qureshi<\/a><\/p>Have you heard of chess boxing? Chess Boxing is a unique that combines Chess and Boxing, wherein the boxers take part in alternating rounds of Chess and Boxing. Sara had to overcome many odds to be what she is; coming from a Muslim family establishing herself in sport like boxing is challenge by itself and we have Sara who emerged as a champion in a unique sport like chess boxing. <\/p>"},{"type":"img","id":"img-uid-1488879254540","data":"58be7edea4b51"},{"type":"txt","id":"rich_1488872568897","data":"4. Jaahnavi Sriperambuduru<\/a><\/p>The 15 year old Jaahnavi Sriperambuduru has broken all stereotypes and has been an inspiration to many young girls. She is on the mission seven; which is to scale all the highest peaks in the world completing four out of seven. Besides being a successful mountaineer she is also into social service. The Jaahnavi Foundation works on educating young girls in rural areas and help them become independent. <\/p>"},{"type":"img","id":"img-uid-1488889789199","data":"58bea80393a3f"},{"type":"txt","id":"rich_1488873197481","data":"5. Kiranmayee Madupu<\/a> <\/p>Kiranmayee is bharatnatyam student turned teacher, a choreographer and cultural entrepreneur. Her journey is truly motivating. She was taught by veteran Bharatanatyam performer and teacher Guru Hemamalini Arni, who is a student of Padmabhushan awardee Smt. T Balasaraswati, and Padmasri awardee Sri Vazhuvoor Ramaih Pillai. <\/p>"},{"type":"img","id":"img-uid-1488889758554","data":"58bea7e5856c3"},{"type":"txt","id":"rich_1488873238755","data":"6. Bhuvana Kalva<\/a> <\/p>Bhuvana Kalva is a young tennis sensation who is ranked 702 in the ITF rankings has many titles to her credit; from university tournaments to national level competitions she has gone a long way inspiring and setting high targets to the city girls. <\/p>"},{"type":"img","id":"img-uid-1488889682685","data":"58bea7d962b7b"}]
22 year old Syeda Falak is martial artist with over 16 international titles. Being the first martial artist from Telangana to represent India at the World Karate Championship in Germany she has certainly has exemplified courage and determination. She also is the first Telanganite to win the senior National Title. <\/p>"},{"type":"img","id":"img-uid-1488878995063","data":"58be7de00caba"},{"type":"txt","id":"rich_1488872410392","data":"
3. Saara Qureshi<\/a><\/p>Have you heard of chess boxing? Chess Boxing is a unique that combines Chess and Boxing, wherein the boxers take part in alternating rounds of Chess and Boxing. Sara had to overcome many odds to be what she is; coming from a Muslim family establishing herself in sport like boxing is challenge by itself and we have Sara who emerged as a champion in a unique sport like chess boxing. <\/p>"},{"type":"img","id":"img-uid-1488879254540","data":"58be7edea4b51"},{"type":"txt","id":"rich_1488872568897","data":"4. Jaahnavi Sriperambuduru<\/a><\/p>The 15 year old Jaahnavi Sriperambuduru has broken all stereotypes and has been an inspiration to many young girls. She is on the mission seven; which is to scale all the highest peaks in the world completing four out of seven. Besides being a successful mountaineer she is also into social service. The Jaahnavi Foundation works on educating young girls in rural areas and help them become independent. <\/p>"},{"type":"img","id":"img-uid-1488889789199","data":"58bea80393a3f"},{"type":"txt","id":"rich_1488873197481","data":"5. Kiranmayee Madupu<\/a> <\/p>Kiranmayee is bharatnatyam student turned teacher, a choreographer and cultural entrepreneur. Her journey is truly motivating. She was taught by veteran Bharatanatyam performer and teacher Guru Hemamalini Arni, who is a student of Padmabhushan awardee Smt. T Balasaraswati, and Padmasri awardee Sri Vazhuvoor Ramaih Pillai. <\/p>"},{"type":"img","id":"img-uid-1488889758554","data":"58bea7e5856c3"},{"type":"txt","id":"rich_1488873238755","data":"6. Bhuvana Kalva<\/a> <\/p>Bhuvana Kalva is a young tennis sensation who is ranked 702 in the ITF rankings has many titles to her credit; from university tournaments to national level competitions she has gone a long way inspiring and setting high targets to the city girls. <\/p>"},{"type":"img","id":"img-uid-1488889682685","data":"58bea7d962b7b"}]
Have you heard of chess boxing? Chess Boxing is a unique that combines Chess and Boxing, wherein the boxers take part in alternating rounds of Chess and Boxing. Sara had to overcome many odds to be what she is; coming from a Muslim family establishing herself in sport like boxing is challenge by itself and we have Sara who emerged as a champion in a unique sport like chess boxing. <\/p>"},{"type":"img","id":"img-uid-1488879254540","data":"58be7edea4b51"},{"type":"txt","id":"rich_1488872568897","data":"
4. Jaahnavi Sriperambuduru<\/a><\/p>The 15 year old Jaahnavi Sriperambuduru has broken all stereotypes and has been an inspiration to many young girls. She is on the mission seven; which is to scale all the highest peaks in the world completing four out of seven. Besides being a successful mountaineer she is also into social service. The Jaahnavi Foundation works on educating young girls in rural areas and help them become independent. <\/p>"},{"type":"img","id":"img-uid-1488889789199","data":"58bea80393a3f"},{"type":"txt","id":"rich_1488873197481","data":"5. Kiranmayee Madupu<\/a> <\/p>Kiranmayee is bharatnatyam student turned teacher, a choreographer and cultural entrepreneur. Her journey is truly motivating. She was taught by veteran Bharatanatyam performer and teacher Guru Hemamalini Arni, who is a student of Padmabhushan awardee Smt. T Balasaraswati, and Padmasri awardee Sri Vazhuvoor Ramaih Pillai. <\/p>"},{"type":"img","id":"img-uid-1488889758554","data":"58bea7e5856c3"},{"type":"txt","id":"rich_1488873238755","data":"6. Bhuvana Kalva<\/a> <\/p>Bhuvana Kalva is a young tennis sensation who is ranked 702 in the ITF rankings has many titles to her credit; from university tournaments to national level competitions she has gone a long way inspiring and setting high targets to the city girls. <\/p>"},{"type":"img","id":"img-uid-1488889682685","data":"58bea7d962b7b"}]
The 15 year old Jaahnavi Sriperambuduru has broken all stereotypes and has been an inspiration to many young girls. She is on the mission seven; which is to scale all the highest peaks in the world completing four out of seven. Besides being a successful mountaineer she is also into social service. The Jaahnavi Foundation works on educating young girls in rural areas and help them become independent. <\/p>"},{"type":"img","id":"img-uid-1488889789199","data":"58bea80393a3f"},{"type":"txt","id":"rich_1488873197481","data":"
5. Kiranmayee Madupu<\/a> <\/p>Kiranmayee is bharatnatyam student turned teacher, a choreographer and cultural entrepreneur. Her journey is truly motivating. She was taught by veteran Bharatanatyam performer and teacher Guru Hemamalini Arni, who is a student of Padmabhushan awardee Smt. T Balasaraswati, and Padmasri awardee Sri Vazhuvoor Ramaih Pillai. <\/p>"},{"type":"img","id":"img-uid-1488889758554","data":"58bea7e5856c3"},{"type":"txt","id":"rich_1488873238755","data":"6. Bhuvana Kalva<\/a> <\/p>Bhuvana Kalva is a young tennis sensation who is ranked 702 in the ITF rankings has many titles to her credit; from university tournaments to national level competitions she has gone a long way inspiring and setting high targets to the city girls. <\/p>"},{"type":"img","id":"img-uid-1488889682685","data":"58bea7d962b7b"}]
Kiranmayee is bharatnatyam student turned teacher, a choreographer and cultural entrepreneur. Her journey is truly motivating. She was taught by veteran Bharatanatyam performer and teacher Guru Hemamalini Arni, who is a student of Padmabhushan awardee Smt. T Balasaraswati, and Padmasri awardee Sri Vazhuvoor Ramaih Pillai. <\/p>"},{"type":"img","id":"img-uid-1488889758554","data":"58bea7e5856c3"},{"type":"txt","id":"rich_1488873238755","data":"
6. Bhuvana Kalva<\/a> <\/p>Bhuvana Kalva is a young tennis sensation who is ranked 702 in the ITF rankings has many titles to her credit; from university tournaments to national level competitions she has gone a long way inspiring and setting high targets to the city girls. <\/p>"},{"type":"img","id":"img-uid-1488889682685","data":"58bea7d962b7b"}]
Bhuvana Kalva is a young tennis sensation who is ranked 702 in the ITF rankings has many titles to her credit; from university tournaments to national level competitions she has gone a long way inspiring and setting high targets to the city girls. <\/p>"},{"type":"img","id":"img-uid-1488889682685","data":"58bea7d962b7b"}]
When it comes to women, often to chase their dreams, they have to break stereotypes and fight off societal expectations and gender roles set for them by faceless entities who's suggestions are followed blindly without consideration. This story is common for nearly every woman who choses the road less traveled. <\/p>
On the surface, it would appear that in a cricket crazy nation like ours, even the women's Cricket team would get widespread fame and recognition, however ask anyone who the current captain of wicketkeeper of the Indian Cricket Team is, chances are you'll get your reply in a snap. The same can't be said for the Women's Cricket Team.<\/p>
Meet Ravi Kalpana, a 20 year old woman from Vijayawada who happens to be the Indian Women's Cricket Team's Wicket Keeper. Coming from a humble background, Kalpana speaks with stuMagz about her roots and her journey as a cricketer.<\/p>"},{"type":"img","id":"img-uid-1488952435087","data":"58bf9d74a4d3a"},{"type":"txt","id":"rich_1488952644145","data":"
\"I've always been interested in sports and games, but never really got an opportunity to actually play all that much,\" says Ravi Kalpana, \"I remember it was in Class 7, on Children's Day, we had many sports events in our school. There was the 100 to 200 meter dash, in which I finished first.\"<\/p>
\"Eventually, someone came around and asked if anyone in the class would be interested in playing Cricket, and I'm thinking, hey, I enjoy sports so why not raise my hand, and I did. There was no turning back after that\" she smiles.<\/p>
Since then, Ravi Kalpana has played for in South Zone division for the Under 16 team, the Under 19 team in 2011 when she played a One Day match for the first time, then in 2012, for India Green Team, to Senior South Zone team in 2014, before finally being selected for the Indian Women's Cricket Team in 2015. This fantastic journey, however, was not without difficulties. <\/p>
\"There was a time I stopped playing altogether, because we couldn't afford to. Buying kits was not cheap, since my father is an auto driver,\" she says, \"But I've had to support of my wonderful coaches throughout my career. Coach Srinivas Reddy convinced my family to let me continue playing and to not worry about the expenses.\" <\/p>"},{"type":"img","id":"img-uid-1488953283966","data":"58bfa00868f87"},{"type":"txt","id":"rich_1488953548689","data":"
Ravi Kalpana is pursuing her B.Com from Nalanda Degree College in Vijayawada, and is of the first generation of her family to be educated. \"I'm always playing a sport or a game all the time, I don't really sit idle,\" she says, \"most of the friends I have right now are the friends I made playing cricket, so when we get together to talk, we're mostly talking about cricket, games and how a match went. My parents feel really happy about this, however. It still feels amazing when someone comes up to my parents and says, hey isn't that your girl who's playing for India, and it makes them happy. I'm glad I have an opportunity to represent my country through Cricket\" she concludes.<\/p>
Ravi Kalpana is one such story from a country full of stories about women breaking out of the mould and making a name for themselves. Here's to many more years and trophies to the Indian Women's Cricket Team, for setting an example and being exceptionally skilled at this game the whole country stands still to watch. <\/p>"}]
Guerrilla Games is, by now, famous among the gaming community for developing the Killzone games for Sony Computer Entertainment. While the Killzone games might not be everyone's cup of tea, Horizon: Zero Dawn seems to have hit all the right notes with sufficient hype generated around the game, both the positive and negative kind. <\/p>"},{"type":"img","id":"img-uid-1488802324976","data":"58bd54f9e0f4c"},{"type":"txt","id":"rich_1488802327886","data":"
Sadly, we haven't exactly got our hands on the game yet (the India release has been delayed slightly), but the reason for this write-up is because it is one of the few games that features a female protagonist. Gamers will argue that the gender of the protagonist may not make much of an impact, but in times like these, when representation matters and women need heroes to look up to (lets face it, men have everyone from Master Chief to John Marston to look up to), having a protagonist like Aloy, a machine hunter who uses traps, crafted weapons and her wits to hunt down monsters many times her size, is quite important. <\/p>"},{"type":"img","id":"img-uid-1488802604354","data":"58bd5502761f0"},{"type":"txt","id":"rich_1488802606615","data":"
The world of Horizon: Zero Dawn is set far into the future when technology takes over, with cities going to waste and monsters made of metal and wires roam the land. In essence it is a futuristic monster\/dinosaur hunting game where resources are everything, and humans are the most extinct species on Planet Earth. This is also Sony's first heavy hitter of a console exclusive this year, with more to come in the coming months. <\/p>"},{"type":"img","id":"img-uid-1488802756928","data":"58bd55096de9d"},{"type":"txt","id":"rich_1488802759862","data":"
In next week's segment of Video Game of the Week, a series that redefined the Sci-Fi genre in Video Games will be discussed and in the coming weeks, more on female protagonist and games that changed the face of the industry, until then, like and share this article so I get to write more about video games, and that's like my jam! <\/p>
Oh, and if you have a PlayStation 4, now is the time to go pick up Horizon: Zero Dawn from the store near you or order it online. If you're the online ordering type, you can click here to buy!<\/a><\/p>If you still are on the fence, look no further than this trailer below! <\/p>"},{"type":"youtube","id":"vid-url-1488803229406","data":"T5Xx3MdqdgM"}]
If you still are on the fence, look no further than this trailer below! <\/p>"},{"type":"youtube","id":"vid-url-1488803229406","data":"T5Xx3MdqdgM"}]
Be it whatever field women are making their mark equally despite the fact that we all live in a world where women have been persistently fighting for equal rights. These women decided to become winners, come what may. On the occasion of Women's Entrepreneurship Day here is a list of achievers who found their niche at the right time and emerged successful in their chosen fields. Take a look at all of these inspiring women who embarked their career while they were students. <\/p>"},{"type":"txt","id":"rich_1542442130472","data":"1. Sania Mirza
The achievements list of Sania Mirza-the tennis ace is a popular story. The world number one in women's doubles ranking embarked her professional career as student when she was studying at Nasr Shool. She graduated from St. Mary's college and balanced both her education and tennis career beautifully. <\/p>"},{"type":"img","id":"img-uid-1542442130473","data":"58bd2ab227076"},{"type":"txt","id":"rich_1542442130474","data":"2. Saina Nehwal
The 16-year old Saina was studying in St. Ann's College, Mehedipatnam in the year 2006 when she became the first Indian woman and the youngest player from Asia to win a 4-star tournament \u2013 the Philippines Open. That's how she began her inspirational career, she is the first Indian woman to reach the quarter finals at the Olympic Games. <\/p>"},{"type":"img","id":"img-uid-1542442130475","data":"58bd2b23efc6d"},{"type":"txt","id":"rich_1542442130476","data":"3. Anjum Moudgil
Anjum Moudgil is a 20 year old Chandigarh based rifle shooter. She started competitive shooting in 2009 and competes in three events being 10m Air Rifle, 50m 3 Position and 50m Prone. Anjum has been a part of the Indian Shooting Team since 2010. She has represented India in more than 10 international competitions and bagged 7 medals. In a span of 5 years, she has won 50 medals at the national level. <\/p>"},{"type":"img","id":"img-uid-1542442130477","data":"58bd17c987049"},{"type":"txt","id":"rich_1542442130478","data":"
4. Anchal Thakur<\/b><\/p>
Inspired from her brother Himanshu, Anchal at the age of 17 represented India in the Youth Olympics, She was also a part of the Indian skiing team for the 2015 World Championship.<\/p>"},{"type":"img","id":"img-uid-1542442130479","data":"58bd1929382a2"},{"type":"txt","id":"rich_1542442130480","data":"5. P. V. Sindhu
P. V. Sindhu or Pusarla Venkata Sindhu is an ace shuttler and silver medalist at 2016 Rio Summer Olympics. She was honoured with Rajiv Gandhi Khel Ratna, highest sporting honour of India in 2016. She began her career when she was 13 years old, she was on the way to reach the pinnacle of her career while she was still studying in St. Ann's College for women. <\/p>"},{"type":"img","id":"img-uid-1542442130481","data":"58bd37f6542df"},{"type":"txt","id":"rich_1542442130482","data":"6. Priyanka Chopra:
Priyanka Chopra was thirteen years old when she participated in several theater productions and studied Western classical music, choral singing and Kathak dance. She was was studying in Army Public School when she took part in Femina Miss India contest of 2000 where she finished second winning the Femina Miss India World title. Chopra then went on to the Miss World pageant, where she was crowned Miss World 2000. The multi talented PC is now making India proud globally with her TV series Quantico and Hollywood debut Baywatch. <\/p>"},{"type":"img","id":"img-uid-1542442130483","data":"58bd37635d4cd"},{"type":"txt","id":"rich_1542442130484","data":"7. Nikita Singh
Nikita Singh is a very young novelist who signed a contract with Penguin Books India in 2011 and also joined Grapevine India. She wrote her first book Love @ Facebook when she was 19 years old and was studying pharmacy. She received a Live India Young Achievers Award in 2013.
Neerja was a purser for the airline Pan American World Airways, she is the youngest recipient of India's highest peacetime award for bravery, the Ashok Chakra Award for saving 359 people among 379 and was shot while helping passengers escape from the emergency exits. She started her modelling career when she was study St.Xavier's College, Mumbia. She died at the age of 22 in Pakistan.<\/p>"},{"type":"img","id":"img-uid-1542442130487","data":"58bd40b0afad7"},{"type":"txt","id":"rich_1542442130488","data":"9. Shreya Ghoshal:
The famous playback singer Shreya Ghoshal has many national awards to her credit. At the age of sixteen, she was noticed by film-maker Sanjay Leela Bhansali when she entered and won the television singing reality show Sa Re Ga Ma Pa and that is how she made entry into the industry. <\/p>"},{"type":"img","id":"img-uid-1542442130492","data":"5befcf4a81a12"},{"type":"txt","id":"rich_1542442130490","data":"10. Anushree Reddy
Anushree Reddy is one of the successful and popular fashion designers in the country who established herself in the industry at a very young age. She started off when she was studying MBA in Cardiff University - Wales, UK. <\/p>"},{"type":"img","id":"img-uid-1542442130491","data":"58bd52673d0ac"}]
Ananya Chouhan seems like just another bubbly, chirpy teenager but she's one of the top sailors of the country and she's just 17 years old. Having placed 7th in the Senior National Sailing Championship conducted by Yachting Association of India in December 2016, this class student from P Obul Reddy Public School now has her eyes set on taking part in the Asian Games and Olympic Games in 2019 and 2020 respectively.<\/p>"},{"type":"img","id":"img-uid-1488884917511","data":"58be950e3c4b4"},{"type":"txt","id":"rich_1488884659124","data":"
Her sailing journey started when she was just 12 years old; having been inspired by her father\u2019s friend Cdr Dilip Donde, the naval officer who was the first Indian to circumnavigate the globe on a sailboat. Just four months after starting sailing with the EME Sailing Club, she took part in her first National level sailing championship in December 2012 and since then, there has been no going back for her. In the same championship \u2013National Inland Optimist Championship\u2013 the following year, she bagged the 1st position in the girls\u2019 category and was also awarded the Best Girl Sailor Award; in addition to winning similar awards in other National level and International championships.<\/p>"},{"type":"img","id":"img-uid-1488885000577","data":"58be957c01d58"},{"type":"txt","id":"rich_1488883644240","data":"
Ananya, who is a part of the Indian squad (appointed by the Yachting Association of India), loves sailing and says one gets to learn a lot of life skills in that sport. \"It is a very challenging sport, both mentally and physically. You need to have good decision making skills and the fact that you have to rely only on your skill if you have to get back to the shore, makes you very strong mentally,\" says the girl who bagged the top slot in the last international event that she took part in; the Sail Qatar 2016, where she secured the first position among girls and third position overall, in the Laser 4.7 category.<\/p>
\"Right now as my focus is mainly on studies, I am not taking part in sailing competitions much but I still plan on taking part in at least a couple of national and a couple of international events this year,\" says Ananya.<\/p>
About her future goals and aspirations, she says she wants to take part in the 2020 Olympics. \"I want to win a gold at the Olympics and I also want to be the first Indian girl to do a solo circumnavigation of the globe on a sailboat,\" she says, adding \"I want to take part in the double handed boat category in the Olympics, as my height and weight are not sufficient in single category. That is the reason I am searching for a sailing partner, which is proving to be difficult as most are not willing to give the level of commitment that is needed for this.\"<\/p>"},{"type":"img","id":"img-uid-1488884977602","data":"58be953f407ad"},{"type":"txt","id":"rich_1488884623961","data":"
On being asked how she manages to handle both school and her sport, she says \"I never miss school. It is difficult but I like topping in my studies so I never miss school. I got 96% in my 10th boards! I used to train after school every day till I was in 10th but now I train on weekends. The only time I miss school is when I go to competitions.\"<\/p>
stuMagz wishes her the best and hopes to see her secure a podium finish in the Olympics! <\/p>"}]
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