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    Wednesday, December 08, 2010

    The Baggawad Gita Simplified

    Wednesday, December 08, 2010 0
    The Baggawad Gita Simplified

    THE BHAGAWAD GITA SIMPLIFIED

    The Bhagavad Gita, often referred to as the Gita, is a 700-verse Sanskrit scripture that is part of the Hindu epic Mahabharata. The Gita is set in a narrative framework of a dialogue between Pandava prince Arjuna and his guide and charioteer Krishna.

    The Bhagavad Gita often referred to as the Gita, is a 700-verse Sanskrit scripture that is part of the Hindu epic Mahabharata (chapters 23–40 of Bhishma Parva). 

    Religion‎: ‎Hinduism
    Language‎: ‎Sanskrit
    Author‎: ‎Vyasa
    Verses‎: ‎700


    THE BHAGAWAD GITA SIMPLIFIED

    Why do you worry without cause?


    Whom do you fear without reason?


    Who can kill you?


    The soul is neither born, nor does it die.


    Whatever happened,


    happened for the good;


    whatever is happening,


    is happening for the good;


    whatever will happen,


    will also happen for the good only.

    THE BHAGAWAD GITA SIMPLIFIED

    You need not have any regrets for the past.


    You need not worry for the future.


    The present is happening...


    What did you lose that you cry about?


    What did you bring with you,


    which you think you have lost?

    THE BHAGAWAD GITA SIMPLIFIED

    What did you produce,

    which you think got destroyed?

    You did not bring anything,

    whatever you have, you received from here.

    Whatever you have given, you have given only here.

    Whatever you took, you took from God.

    Whatever you gave, you gave to Him.

    You came empty handed,

    you will leave empty handed.

    THE BHAGAWAD GITA SIMPLIFIED

    What is yours today,


    belonged to someone else yesterday, and


    will belong to someone else the


    day after tomorrow.


    You are mistakenly enjoying the thought


    that this is yours.


    It is this false happiness that is


    the cause of your sorrows.

    THE BHAGAWAD GITA SIMPLIFIED

    Change is the law of the universe.


    What you think of as death,


    is indeed life.


    In one instance you can be


    a millionaire, and


    in the other instance you can


    be steeped


    in poverty.

    THE BHAGAWAD GITA SIMPLIFIED

    Yours and mine, big & small


    erase these ideas from your mind.


    Then everything is yours and


    you belong to everyone.


    This body is not yours,


    neither are you of the body.


    The body is made of fire, water, air, earth and


    ether, and will disappear into these elements.


    But the soul is permanent - so who are you?

    THE BHAGAWAD GITA SIMPLIFIED

    Dedicate your being to God.


    He is the one to be ultimately relied upon.


    Those who know of his support are forever


    free from fear, worry and sorrow.


    Whatever you do,


    do it as a dedication to God.


    This will bring you the


    tremendous experience of


    joy and life-freedom forever.

    Thanks for Reading

    and Honestly Trying to

    Implement the same,

    in your Day to Day Life.


    Please share this presentation with your friends.

    THE BHAGAWAD GITA SIMPLIFIED
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    Sunday, May 11, 2008

    Future: Alternate fuel

    Sunday, May 11, 2008 0
    Future: Alternate fuel

    Future: Alternate fuel



    BMW Hydrogen 7BMW Hydrogen 7


    BMW has announced the start of production of the new BMW Hydrogen 7, the world’s first hydrogen-powered luxury saloon car. Destined to make its first public appearance on 28 November at the Los Angeles Motor Show, the Hydrogen 7 will be built in limited numbers and offered to selected users. The BMW Hydrogen 7 is based on the existing 7 Series and comes equipped with an internal combustion engine capable of running on liquid hydrogen or petrol. In hydrogen mode the car emits nothing more than water vapor. Powered by a 260hp 12-cylinder engine, the Hydrogen 7 accelerates from zero to 62mph in 9.5 seconds before going on to an electronically limited 143mph top speed.



    With its unique dual power engine, the driver of a Hydrogen 7 can switch quickly and conveniently from hydrogen to conventional petrol power at the press of a steering wheel-mounted button. The dual power technology means the car has a cruising range in excess of 125 miles in the hydrogen mode with a further 300 miles under petrol power. To make this possible the BMW Hydrogen 7 comes with a conventional 74-litre petrol tank and an additional hydrogen fuel tank holding up to 8kgs of liquid hydrogen. Such flexibility means the driver of a BMW Hydrogen 7 is able to use the vehicle at all times, even when the nearest hydrogen filling station is out of range.


    remain exactly the same regardless of which fuel is in current use. The driver can switch between the two without any effect on driving behavior or performance. The car always gives priority to the use of hydrogen but, should this run out; it automatically switches to petrol power.


    For undiluted driver enjoyment, engine power and torque in the Hydrogen 7 Unlike many previous hydrogen concept cars showcased by rival manufacturers the BMW Hydrogen 7 heralds a milestone in the history of the car. It is a full production ready vehicle, which has met all the stringent processes and final sign-off criteria that every current BMW model undergoes. A total of 100 BMW Hydrogen 7s will be built in 2007. Details on pricing and the destinations of the 100 cars will be announced at a later date.


    Why hydrogen?


    The BMW Group has been committed to hydrogen technology as a means of reducing car emissions, in particular CO2 emissions, for over 20 years. When running in the hydrogen mode, the BMW Hydrogen 7 essentially emits nothing but water vapor. And, unlike fossil fuels and traditional petrol, hydrogen is available in virtually infinite supply when renewable energies such as solar, wind and wave power are used to produce the liquid hydrogen. Stored in a hi-tech tank which keeps the fuel at a pressure of 3-5 bar and a consistent temperature of -250C, liquid hydrogen offers significant advantages in energy density compared to other possible alternative fuel sources to enhance the cruising range of the car.


    BMW continues to develop ultra efficient, yet very dynamic petrol engines that significantly reduce fuel consumption and CO2 emissions. Together with clean performance diesel cars and the technologically advanced hybrid systems currently under development, the BMW Group has a clear strategy for sustainable mobility with hydrogen as the ultimate goal.



    Hydrogen Fuel Cell BicyclesHydrogen Fuel Cell Bicycles


    Several companies in the past have showcased their plans to use hydrogen fuel cell technology to power a bicycle. Recently, Chinese company Pearl Hydrogen became the latest company to showcase the idea, at a recent technology convention in Shanghaimart. The 20″ wheel prototype weighs 32kg and is powered by a PEM fuel cell and brushless electric motor. The top speed is 25km/hour and the 600L twin cylinder fuel cells have a maximum range of 100km. Some trial orders have already been placed for 20,000 Yuan (about US$2,650). The company is optimistic that their hydrogen bike will be successful enough to begin mass producing bikes for the mainstream Chinese market, for a more affordable 4,000 Yuan (US$530). There are no current plans to ship the fuel cell bicycles overseas.


    Do you think hydrogen is a viable fuel alternative?


    Of course there are still technical challenges to overcome, like where people will refill the fuel cells. At present there is no hydrogen refueling infrastructure in China, so customers will have to purchase refills from local suppliers. However, there is talk of expanding the fuel network in China to accommodate future hydrogen powered cars. The electric bicycle industry still has a long way to go in terms of battery technology and efficiency, so there are likely to be many electrical and mechanical flaws to discover and overcome as they produce more bikes. Bicycles take a beating, so the systems will have to be rugged enough to endure the daily commute.



    Portable fuel cell powered by water and aluminumPortable fuel cell powered by water and aluminum


    Hitachi Maxell announced the development of a fuel cell battery that relies on water and aluminum to generate electricity.


    Measuring 16 (H) x 10 (W) x 6 (D) cm (6 x 4 x 2.5 inches), the simple, low-cost device produces an average of 10 watts of power. The company claims to be working on developing it as a power source with up to 100 watts of power, and they hope to see the fuel cell use recycled aluminum scrap.


    The device is described as a type of proton-exchange membrane fuel cell that generates power by combining hydrogen with oxygen in the air. Separate cartridges contain aluminum and water, and hydrogen is generated as water is gradually added to the aluminum. With 20 grams (0.7 ounce) of aluminum, a laptop can be powered for 4 to 5 hours.



    Membrane Fuel Cells Membrane Fuel Cells


    A fuel cell is an electrochemical device which converts hydrogen directly into electricity. This contrasts with a conventional electrical-generation method whereby a fuel—such as oil, gasoline, natural gas, or coal—is burned in air and generates heat. The heat is used to heat a fluid, (typically water/steam), which is then used to rotate a device, such as a generator. It is the generator which actually produces the electricity. Fuel cells do not require a mechanical step (i.e., a rotating generator), and thus is inherently a more efficient process—meaning less fuel is required to generate the same amount of power. Environmentally, and from a natural resource perspective, this is desirable. An easy way to envision this technology is to equate it to a battery. A fuel cell and a battery are both electrochemical devices except that in the battery, the fuel and the oxidant (oxygen) are contained in a package (e.g., a “D” battery). In a fuel cell, the fuel and oxygen are allowed to be “fed” to the cell, thereby making it a continuously fed battery.


    In a fuel cell, molecular hydrogen is oxidized at the anode and converted to protons and electrons. The electrons are allowed to enter the “electrical” circuits of our homes, buildings, and the grid, thereby creating a source of electricity. The protons are allowed to pass through a separator; in many cases this may be a membrane, where it combines with oxygen from the air to form water. When the fuel cell is fed entirely by hydrogen, water and heat are the only by-products. The heat produced in the system may be used to heat your hot water, supplement building heat-systems, or can be used to “cool” a building via absorption cooling. Ultimately, this scenario is the cleanest and most environmentally benign prospect for a future renewable energy scheme. Currently, as we await the hydrogen infrastructure, H2 may be extracted from such fuels as natural gas (CH4), gasoline, and coal. In these cases, the extracted hydrogen is once again fed to the fuel cell but carbon dioxide is formed. This greenhouse gas will have to be sequestered eventually in order to maintain a stable ecosystem.



    ToshibaToshiba, 

    who wears the belt for world's smallest methanol fuel cell, has now developed two fuel-cell powered MP3 player prototypes. A flash-based player measuring 1.4 x 4.3 x 0.8-inches is said to run for 35 hours on a single 3.5ml charge of highly concentrated methanol while a hard drive based player swells to 2.6 x 4.9 x 1.1-inches and runs for about 60 hours on a single 10ml charge. Those dimensions are pretty sweet (the 60GB ipod is 2.4 x 4.1 x .75 inches by comparison) and will certainly get smaller once optimized for production.
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    Saturday, May 10, 2008

    Beware of land scams

    Saturday, May 10, 2008 0
    Beware of land scams

    Beware of land scams in Bangalore

    Beware of land scams
     
    Source: ChilliBreeze


    Today, Bangalore is the fastest growing Asian city when it comes to commercial and residential space. But is the procedure of buying land here above board? Or is there more to it than meets the eye? What are the factors you should consider before investing in a plot?

    Buying land in Bangalore can generate profitable returns in the short and long term as well. Those who bought plots at throwaway prices a few years ago are earning huge returns today. However there is a constant concern about the illegal aspects of these deals. Most people are paying property taxes in the absence of a clear title.

    BDA’s role

    While private layouts are licensed by the Bangalore Development Authority (BDA), plots outside the city get a sanction from the Bangalore Metropolitan Region Development Authority (BMRDA). The BDA is required to thoroughly check before sanctioning licenses to private layouts. According to its regulations 49% of the area should be formed sites, 15% reserved for parks and playgrounds, 10% for civic amenity sites and the rest for roads, drains and other infrastructure facilities.


    There have been cases of developers falsely claiming that their lands have BDA approval. Recently a developer converted a park and play area into a residential locality in Indiranagar, and disappeared after selling the property. Incidents of bogus land sale are increasing as well. A property in Whitefield was sold twice. It was an easy con as the land-grabbers produced General Power of Attorney papers (GPAs) executed by a person who had died 9 years ago.

    How do property owners get duped?

    Many land owners especially NRIs are falling prey to the land mafia. Since many who invest here are unable to visit the site, unscrupulous real estate agents take advantage and sell it illegally at a higher price.

    There are also instances where the fraudulent buyer or broker gets hold of copies of your documents and misuses them later. Some of them even change the value of the transaction.

    How to prevent such fraud

    There has been a demand for greater transparency in Indian real estate. The Delhi government has taken the initiative with the introduction of the Land Title Registration System to track property sales. This coding system enables online property verification and helps in preventing fraud.

    The BDA has issued show cause notices to all the unauthorized layouts as per the Karnataka Town and Country Planning Act. It has also brought out a list of unauthorized layouts to caution prospective buyers.

    In its effort to prevent land scams near the Bangalore international airport site, the Bangalore International Airport Area Planning Authority has set up a website – biaapa.in. This website lists out approved layouts and proposed land use.

    Some key points to remember:

    • Purchase the property only if the title is clear. Do not go by glossy advertisements. Look at the proven record of the developer.

    • Check the mother deed and the sale deed.

    • Try to get an approved layout plan. This will help in a hassle-free sale of your land in future.

    • Never sign any document without completely reading and understanding it.

    • It is always important to have the copies of the original title deed.

    • Make sure to visit your site occasionally to check on encroachments.

    • In case your presence is not possible, employ a caretaker.

    Acquiring property in India is always fraught with loopholes and possible illegalities. Despite the risks, NRIs consider it a worthwhile investment. Would you consider buying property in India? Why? If you have already done so, did you face any difficulties, or was it smooth sailing?
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