Wednesday, 23 July 2014

[www.keralites.net] Showa Memorial Park ( Tokyo's Paradise Garden Park)

 

Showa Commemorative National Government Park  is a national government park in Akishima and Tachikawa, Tokyo, Japan.A paradise for families, this sprawling park was opened on the site of the old Tachikawa air base in 1983, to mark the golden jubilee of Emperor Showa. It charges an entrance fee (400 Yen for adults). It was established in 1983 as part of a project to commemorate the Golden Jubilee of the Shōwa emperor. Bicycles may be rented in the park, which has an 11 kilometer bike trail  with parking areas at all locations. There is also an outdoor barbecue area. In December the park has an illumination that features Christmas lighting. The best time to visit this Garden Park is during springtime (April to May).
Is there any proof needed further to state that the Japanese are the real Paradise Garden creators of the world?

 
The Rendezvous Plaza of Showa Kinen Park ( Springtime Photo)  
 

 
The Rendezvous Plaza of Showa Kinen Park ( Photo taken during Autumn)      Fun & Info @ Keralites.net
You have heard of the Tulips of Netherlands, but lo look at these Japanese Tulips.
 
Here are the colors of Autumn at the Park
Oh My ----- Only the Japanese can create such beautiful serpentine gardens
 

 
Beautiful Zen Garden Ponds                                                                                                                      Fun & Info @ Keralites.net
Ginkgo trees form a colorful autumn canopy when strolling across Showa Kinen Park!  
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Cherry Blossom Trees along the park's walkways
 

 

 

 
Great Bonsai at Showa-kinen Park in Tokyo
Bonsai Exhibit at Showa Kinen Koen (Park)

Rainbow Pool and Water Playland of the Park

Christmas lights display at the park in December
 

 

 
 
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[www.keralites.net] TRUST ME- I AM AN ENGINEER !!

 


Two engineering students were biking across a university campus when one said, "Where did you get such a great bike?"

The second engineer replied, "Well, I was walking along yesterday, minding my own business, when a beautiful woman rode up on this bike, threw it to the ground, took off all her clothes and said, "Take what you want."

The first engineer nodded approvingly and said, "Good choice: The clothes probably wouldn't have fit you anyway."

Understanding Engineers #2

To the optimist, the glass is half-full. To the pessimist, the glass is half-empty. To the engineer, the glass is twice as big as it needs to be.

Understanding Engineers #3

A priest, a doctor, and an engineer were waiting one morning for a particularly slow group of golfers.

The engineer fumed, "What's with those guys? We must have been waiting for fifteen minutes!"

The doctor chimed in, "I don't know, but I've never seen such inept golf!"

The priest said, "Here comes the greens-keeper. Let's have a word with him." He said, "Hello George, What's wrong with that group ahead of us? They're rather slow, aren't they?"

The greens-keeper replied, "Oh, yes. That's a group of blind firemen. They lost their sight saving our clubhouse from a fire last year, so we always let them play for free anytime!"

The group fell silent for a moment. The priest said, "That's so sad. I think I will say a special prayer for them tonight."

The doctor said, "Good idea. I'm going to contact my ophthalmologist colleague and see if there's anything she can do for them."

The engineer said, "Why can't they play at night?"

Understanding Engineers #4

What is the difference between mechanical engineers and civil engineers? Mechanical engineers build weapons.  Civil engineers build targets.

Understanding Engineers #5

The graduate with a science degree asks, "Why does it work?"

The graduate with an engineering degree asks, "How does it work?"
The graduate with an accounting degree asks, "How much will it cost?"

The graduate with an arts degree asks, "Do you want fries with that?"

Understanding Engineers #6

Three engineering students were gathered together discussing who must have designed the human body.

One said, "It was a mechanical engineer. Just look at all the joints."

Another said, "No, it was an electrical engineer. The nervous system has many thousands of electrical connections."

The last one said, "No, actually it had to have been a civil engineer. Who else would run a toxic waste pipeline through a recreational area?"

Understanding Engineers #7

Normal people believe that if it ain't broke, don't fix it. Engineers believe that if it ain't broke, it doesn't have enough features yet.

Understanding Engineers #8

An engineer was crossing a road one day, when a frog called out to him and said, "If you kiss me, I'll turn into a beautiful princess."

He bent over, picked up the frog, and put it in his pocket.

The frog spoke up again and said, "If you kiss me, I'll turn back into a beautiful princess and stay with you for one week."

The engineer took the frog out of his pocket, smiled at it and returned it to the pocket.

The frog then cried out, "If you kiss me and turn me back into a princess, I'll stay with you for one week and do anything you want."

Again, the engineer took the frog out, smiled at it and put it back into his pocket.

Finally, the frog asked, "What is the matter? I've told you I'm a beautiful princess and that I'll stay with you for one week and do anything you want. Why won't you kiss me?"

The engineer said, "Look, I'm an engineer. I don't have time for a girlfriend, but a talking frog - now that's cool."

And Finally

Two engineers???

Two engineers were standing at the base of a flagpole, looking at its top.

A woman walked by and asked what they were doing.

"We're supposed to find the height of this flagpole," said Sven, "but we don't have a ladder."

The woman took a wrench from her purse, loosened a couple of bolts, and laid the pole down on the ground. Then she took a tape measure from her pocketbook, took a measurement, announced, "Twenty one feet, six inches," and walked away.

One engineer shook his head and laughed, "A lot of good that does us. We ask for the height and she gives us the length!"

Both engineers have since quit their engineering jobs and are currently serving in the United States Congress.
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[www.keralites.net] Zakath RECIPIENTS OF ZAKAT

 

#Zakath

RECIPIENTS OF ZAKAT

Those who are eligible to receive zakat are mentioned in the Holy Qur'an.

"The alms are only for the poor, the needy, those who collect them, those whose hearts are to be reconciled, to free the captives and the debtors, for the cause of God, and for the travellers; a duty imposed by God. God is All-Knowing, AII-Wise." (9:6ql

It should be remembered that these categories of persons who are to be helped by zakat were laid down fourteen hundred years ago. They are equally applicable to our own time.

I. The poor: Those who does not have anything to support themselves .

2. The needy: Those people who have some income or earnings but it is not enough to provide them with basic needs.

3. Zakat collectors: The salaries of these workers may be paid from this fund.

4. Converts: Those people who have embraced Islam and . Attempts should be made to settle them in a normal life.

5. People who are not free: This category would include payment of ransom for freeing Muslim salves from slavery from their owners.

6. Debtors: People who are unable to pay debts incurred due to pressing lawful needs.

7. Wayfarers and travellers: Those people who are rendered helpless out side their city.

8. In the Cause of Allah
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[www.keralites.net] Savita Dole daughter of a scrap pickers has got MBA - Marketing

 

The youngest daughter of scrap pickers and MBA student, Savita Doke (22), has worked hard to pursue her higher education. On the home stretch, however, she is struggling to get a job that will help her pay the last instalment of her college fees, a considerable sum of Rs 25,000.

Savita’s mother, Leela Doke, has supported her to pursue higher education and is proud of her accomplishments. Pic/Amit Jadhav
Savita's mother, Leela Doke, has supported her to pursue higher education and is proud of her accomplishments. Pic/Amit Jadhav

Savita has been brought up in Khar, with her five siblings; two elder sisters and three brothers. She completed her SSC in 2006, in Marathi medium, from Bandra's Khairnagar Municipal Corporation School, scoring 62 per cent. Sensing her dedication and enthusiasm, her parents allowed her to continue her studies, but only if she could manage it on her own.

She took admission in Aniyog Junior College at Khar, and scored 70 per cent in her HSC exams. After which she took a break for a year to acquire funds and pursue further studies. She worked in a pizza outlet, earning Rs 4,500 per month. After saving up money, she completed her degree in Computer Application from LN Degree College, passing with 57 per cent.

Her savings may have dwindled, but Savita's thirst for education pushed her to go after an MBA degree as well. Savita's father goes door-to-door buying old pieces of cloth and her mother is a scrap picker in Kandivli. Between them, they barely earn Rs 120 per day. Her eldest sister works as a maid in a hospital. The second sister is a widow with two kids. Savita lives with her in Kandivli (East) and looks after her kids as well.

While both elder sisters could not complete their education, Savita's younger brother recently graduated, one is in HSC and the youngest is in class IX. Savita says that her family encouraged her to study hard and pursue further education. She said, "While most people go for arts, science or commerce, I decided to pursue my bachelor's degree in Computer Application.

After this, I felt I should get a master's degree that will help me get a better job. I researched and decided to pursue my MBA in marketing. I got a scholarship under SC quota, and I have to pay only half of the Rs 50,000 fees. I somehow managed to pay Rs 25,000 for the first year, but I still have to pay for my second year."

Savita feels helpless, as she has two months to pay the remaining fees, otherwise she won't be able to sit for her university exams. "My institute has been very encouraging. They allow students to pursue internships and I have given interviews in 3-4 companies. However, I haven't received any feedback as yet. I am proud of my parents and their profession and don't think that disclosing my family's background will be an obstacle in getting a job."

Leela Doke, Savita's mother, considers her an inspiration for her family. Speaking to MiD DAY, she said, "With no education, my husband and I have been working as scrap pickers for the past 25 years. We are happy that our youngest daughter has worked so hard for her education. Taking her example, my sons have also decided to continue their higher education. I hope she is able to change her life and future."

After this article in Mid-day she got the money and has completed her MBA in Marketing  news in another newspaper in July 2014.

- See more at: http://www.mid-day.com/articles/daughter-of-scrap-pickers-struggles-to-pay-mba-fees/15066028#sthash.u5JtaGkX.dpuf
 
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