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Very few relationships in the world are beyond the closeness of siblings - one minute you want to strangle them for stealing your clothes and the other you’re plotting on how to cover up for their mischievous shenanigans. And its this whimsical bond that makes the brother sister relationship so special. With the winter season around, here are five things you can do to spread the #MagicofWarmth and show your sibling how much you love them

1. Cooking up your all time favorite noodles

Yes, we all get a tad bit nostalgic when we remember our childhood, slurping on a bowl of instant noodles and fighting with our siblings for the last bite. Well cook up a storm of memories with your own signature recipe of noodles for your brother/sister. We’re thinking cheese noodles with a hint of peri peri! Sounds perfect in this cold weather. 

2. A good old head massage

For all those heated arguments and fights, reward your sibling by going a little old school and giving them a relaxing head massage. We recommend using the Parachute Advansed Hot Oil. Formulated with the goodness of Coconut Oil & Ayurvedic Warming oils, it’s the perfect winter hair oil! Be it relationships or dry hair there is nothing that the #MagicOfWarmth can’t repair.

3. Marathoning your favorite TV show

It’s pretty much an unsaid fact that most siblings have their first fight over the TV remote. Coming to a compromise wasn’t really an option then but now bury those bitter fights by choosing a show you both love (maybe Friends or The Big Bang Theory?) and marathoning it through a Sunday. Who wants to step out in this cold anyway!

4. Doing something special for your parents

Nothing brings two siblings together than the love for parents. You don’t really need a special occasion to celebrate how much they’ve done for you - now that you have your brother or sister by your side, spread the warmth by simply cooking them a special dinner while they relax!

5. Going shopping

Remember saving your pocket money for months to buy your sibling that special gift for their birthday. That’s what this bond is all about. Now that you are grown up, splurge a bit and take them shopping. With the end of season sales you can pamper your brother or sister with an array of things on a budget and ensure you put a smile on their face.

Even though the fights will continue forever, but you know that in good times or bad, your brother or sister will be standing next to you. Just watch this endearing video by Parachute which has so beautifully depicted the warmth of this relationship and we are sure you will be hugging your brother/sister by the end of it.

By Mowna Ravikumar

Is financial security the sole purpose of your insurance? Are you aware of the right order to validate your insurance claim when you need it? If you’ve believed that making an insurance claim or dealing with insurance companies can be stressful in the need of the hour, you’re about to change that thought because Easypolicy is here to walk you through the procedures. From knowing how to get your insurance claim filed to processing it and getting paid as quickly as possible, Easypolicy will guide you in the right order until you receive your claim.

Easypolicy introduces 7 easy ways to claim your insurance.

1. Everyone’s included

You don’t have to be registered as an Easypolicy customer to access their support to claim your insurance. Easypolicy works to ensure equal support to everyone in their hour of need. So, irrespective of your membership status with the insurance solutions provider, you are sure to get complete handholds, from making a claim to disbursement of the claim.

2. Support Desk

This is one of the unique services that Easypolicy provides. Easypolicy has a dedicated team that takes on the responsibility to guide you through the claim and query process smoothly. The support team will ensure to keep you updated on the progress at every stage of the claim journey until you receive the claim in your account. Easypolicy promptly processes every claim and service request. 

3. Technology 

With the assistance of latest technology, Easypolicy adheres to a systematic & automatic ticketing system that is user-friendly for everyone to access support and keep a track on the progress of the claim. Claim settlements can come across as one of the most grueling and time-taking tasks, especially when you need to claim your insurance in an emergency situation. But robust technology has now made it easier for users to make their claim. Easypolicy has also launched its mobile app also to impart various services like renewals, reaching Insurers directly, endorsements in your current policy, connecting to the service desk team directly etc.

4. Availability 

Easypolicy intends to serve its users at the appointed time on every claim or service request. With a turnaround time of 4 hours to respond for any e-mail received from users regarding claims and availability via phone (Toll Free) from Monday to Saturday between 09:30 am to 06:30 pm, Easypolicy aims to have a 24x7 support service and strive towards creating a world-class service for users.

5. Professionals 

There’s a good chance that you will come across several objections when you start the process of claiming insurance. And that’s the last thing you want to deal with when you are fighting a tough financial situation. Easypolicy has professional doctors and legal experts who challenge undue objections of claims to help expedite the process for users.

6. Mobile Application 

Keeping up with the advancements in mobile technology, Easypolicy has created a mobile app, Policy Manager, to serve the purpose of convenience to users. As a user, you will be able to launch your claim, raise endorsements, connect with the insurers directly, download the required forms, renew your policies, and gain access to other services.

7. Other Services

By WhatWhenWear

Engagement is an important occasion in ones life – it marks a new phase in your relationship where you begin the journey of togetherness with your loved one.  But of course you want it all to unfold in a truly perfect way that expresses the extent of your love for each other. Whether it’s finding the perfect ring that conveys just how special the other person is to you, to the way he pops the question and when you finally say yes. Each of these priceless moments are true to your sentiment and are the ones that you would cherish for eternity. And moments like these should be marked with something equally special.

While most brides yearn to have a diamond in their engagement rings, we believe that an engagement ring is much more than that. It’s not just a ring; it’s a symbol of your true love and devotion towards the other person, a constant reminder of your love and relationship and should convey just how valuable he/she is to you. And hence the metal you chose for the ring is as important as the stone: Enter Platinum

When selecting the rings, we almost always look for the best style, but choosing the right metal for your engagement ring is the most crucial. Here’s why we think that it’s the perfect metal to celebrate your moment of everlasting happiness & love.

1. It’s the purest metal on earth, as pure as your love

Platinum has long been established as a worldwide symbol for pure and eternal love that never dies or fades away. It embodies all the traits of true love: pure, rare and eternal. With 95% purity its strength symbolizes your relationship. Ensure that the Platinum jewelry you purchase carries the authentic Pt. 950 mark – the eternal mark of quality and purity.

2. The universal language of love

While we Indians favor gold when it comes to jewelry, globally Platinum is the metal that people say ‘I Do’ in. Why not make a choice that has a global appeal. Exchanging these beautiful platinum rings of eternal love reinstates the strength of your relationship and just like these elegant and classic bands your love will last forever.

3. Diamonds and Platinum are a perfect match, just like the two of you

Just how your love brings out the best in each other; a diamond set in platinum sparkles the best. We know women are suckers for diamond rings/solitaire rings and Platinum is the best metal to get them set in. Naturally white and at 95% purity, Platinum’s strength makes it the most secure setting for diamonds making Platinum and diamond, a perfect match. Don’t believe us? Check out the beautiful collection here.

4. If you have it, flaunt it! Great for daily wear

This naturally white and pure metal will ensure that there’s minimum wear and tear to your ring, since it’s one of those pieces that you’re going to wear on a regular basis. It’s wearability and adaptability to work across outfits from your closet is much higher compared to a gold accent - and to top it all off, it’s one of the most rare metals in the world!

5. Perfect choice for your partner

If you’re a fan of minimalistic and contemporary style in the modern day and age, there’s nothing that will stop this understated metal from becoming an obvious choice for your loved one’s engagement ring. Platinum jewelry is stylish & understated, perfect to suit the taste of a modern man. Platinum Love Bands™ come in designs that embody love, exquisitely crafted for modern day couples. 

By Diksha Dwivedi

Everyone thinks being a bride is all about looking glamorous; but it’s not as hunky-dory as it sounds. It’s also a lot of pressure when all eyes in the room are on you. At that point, it’s more about feeling comfortable on the inside than just looking gorgeous on the outside. To find a balance, it’s absolutely necessary to get your lingerie essentials right. And although many family members and friends would love to help you shop for your wedding trousseau, some things are more personal and best done yourself.

So, here are a few suggestions to can keep in mind when you shop for yourself before the big day:

1. A sheer white panty

Just like a little black dress, a little white panty is the answer to all your questions when in doubt. This bridal panty has a lace finish which makes it look gorgeous and classy. You can wear it for your pre-wedding functions like a bachelorette party or pack it up for your honeymoon.

2. An elegant T-shirt bra

This bra is must-have! Whether it’s for your mehendi outfit, or even while you practice dance moves for your sangeet, this comfy bra will be your best friend. To add an element of wedding sparkle, a T-shirt bra with glitter straps is your best bet!

3. A convenient convertible bra

On a day when you have a lot of dress changes to make, you can wear this bra without worry. Be it a backless dress or a sari blouse, you can fix the straps accordingly and switch from a strapless to a strappy back style in a jiffy!

4. A mermaid fit Saree Shapewear

Sarees, lehengas, gowns – no matter what you choose, get that perfect mermaid silhouette every time with the innovative Saree Shapewear. It acts as a replacement for the traditional saree petticoat and provides targeted compression at the thighs, stomach and rear to give you a slimmer look, instantly!

5. A lacy babydoll for the wedding night

For the D-night, a delicate and lacy babydoll is perfect to set the mood. Surprise your man with this sensual style and make your wedding night absolutely unforgettable!

A bride’s best kept secret is her gorgeous lingerie collection and she should have a style for every kind of wedding occasion – from the sangeet, bachelorette, to the wedding and beyond. If you’re a bride-to-be, Zivame Brides is what you should be looking at right now. With luxurious satin fabrics and sheer lace in 5 rich, celebratory colours — ruby red, mystic magenta, royal blue, mermaid blue and pearl white, there’s something for every bride.

By Diksha Dwivedi

You will be surprised to know how small steps towards a healthy lifestyle like staying active, eating better and being happy can improve your heart’s health by 50%*. It’s true that not everybody enjoys the idea of going to a gym or joining yoga classes to stay fit, but small activities in your everyday schedule could help in having a healthy heart. In fact it’s extremely simple. Just by staying active, eating better, and staying happy, you can get a healthy heart for life. Here are a few #ChhoteKadam you can introduce in your everyday life to stay active and happy in the long run:

1) Take a spin around your neighborhood

Get on that rusty cycle and remember what it was like to be young and carefree, it reduces body fat.

2) Laugh out loud

Laughter is the best medicine. More than just brightening up your day, sharing a good laugh can actually improve your health. The sound of laughter draws people together in ways that trigger healthy physical and emotional changes in the body. Start an impromptu pillow fight with your partner today and see the difference yourself.

3) Go for a stroll

Walking increases good cholesterol and it’s the easiest habit to pick up. You can walk at any point in the day — every time you get a phone call or right after lunch or just take a stroll with a friend in the evening. It’s a habit that’ll stay with your for life. And what’s more refreshing, than an evening walk with your loved one.

4) A small step by you but a giant leap for your heart

Climb up those stairs. Every time you climb up stairs, it improves your heart rate. Just because a building has an elevator doesn’t mean it’s a compulsion, get into a habit of taking the stairs instead, wherever you go.

5) Put on a swimsuit

Swimming helps every muscle in your body stay active and staying active is the key to a healthy heart. If you don’t know swimming, learn it, it’s a crucial life skill.

6) Eat healthy

We know staying away from all that tempting food is tough but healthy does not necessarily mean dieting. A good lifestyle change may be to reduce ordering food from restaurants and eating more home-cooked food. Eat timely, add more fiber and greens is your food and this is one of those few things that should put you right on the health track.

7) Smile, Giggle, Laugh

Happiness doesn’t have to show on your face, just indulging in activities that bring a smile to your face and heart every now and then is enough. Dance to your favorite tunes, join the kids in your society for a game of cricket, and laugh out loud. Staying happy and positive releases endorphins and reduces stress.

Taking the #ChhoteKadam mentioned above will make your heart healthier. If you still need more inspiration, watch this:

By WhatWhenWear

The festive season is just around the corner and incase you haven’t got your outfits in place, we know just how to help you. fbb’s new range of ethnic clothing is inspired by the different hues and cultures of India and has something for every taste. It’s so versatile that even the prettiest women in the country are wearing it! And we don’t mean celebrities, we mean normal girls like us who stand for the title of Miss India and represent the country across the globe. Each of them have found outfits to match their individual style and body type without much fuss, something that makes this collection beyond special.

The collection is full of bright and vibrant hues and divided into four sub-brands called Jal, Kesari Dhaga and Rajasi. Each of these categories represents a different element and colour palette. Here are our picks for this festive season:

Go for Cool and Contemporary

The outfits and designs in the Jal collection are inspired by the fluidity of water and the loose silhouettes and blue colour tones are easily wearable with light jewellery for a day out. They come across as casual, yet something that’s got just the right amount of embroidery and bling giving you the perfect cool contemporary looks. Team the flowy skirts with jackets, or just add a maang tikka and you are all set to make a statement.

Dress in Vibrant Hues

Kesari Dhaga is all about the vivid shades that will enrich your festivities. The collection has outfits that you could totally wear for a Diwali party. They’re easy to style with gold accents and even in line with your work dress code! Plus, the colour tones of rusts, oranges, reds and pinks are so bright that they will give your ethnic look a lively touch. Team this up with the right amount of bling and some heels to make your festive season sparkle.

The Royal Touch

You can indulge in a royal affair with the Rajasi collection. The collection is more on the aristocratic side, with rich colours like reds and electric blues that have always represented royalty. The fit and flare fits are very high fashion and super comfortable, despite their comparatively heavy look. Style these up with traditional jhumkas and bangles for an on point festive look that exudes elegance and class.

The collection has a lot to play around with for the festive season as a whole and really puts the celebratory feel into your wardrobe. Wear what Miss Indias are wearing and unveil your ethnic avatar.  The affordability, versatility and fashion forwardness of this collection make it the perfect mélange of characteristics for the festive season.

By WhatWhenWear

Putting your festive wardrobe in place normally involves a lot of runs to the tailor, innumerable fittings and finding the right outfit(s) for inspiration. But if you haven’t got the time on hands to go through that tedious process, there’s a brand new collection in town that offers ready festive wear by binding up the best traditional elements.

fbb’s new Ethnic Festive Collection boasts of a variety that suits everything you’ll need – from feminine trims such as laces, beads and sequins to embroideries ranging from the likes of the regal zardosi to on-trend mirror work.

The experts behind the creation of this collection have travelled across state borders to find the right design inspiration for the range of products. You’ll find a hint of aristocracy from the royal palaces of Jaipur and pops of colour from the streets of Delhi, and that’s just a small part of it! The brand has experimented with various combinations to bring something new to the table and has introduced four sub-varieties into their collection, each characterized by a different element and colour.  

‘Rajasi’ is inspired by the concept of feeling like a royal Indian princess, bringing together the traditional royal elements in the form of colours like cobalt and ruby, luxurious fabrics and embellishments into the collection. You’ll find a lot of drama and flare in the silhouettes for this one!

‘Kesari Dhaga’ is based on the holy thread used during religious ceremonies and hence has a warm palette of goldens and yellows, bright oranges and lush pinks. Graceful silhouettes that bring out femininity to the maximum complement the radiant glow from these colours.

‘Jal’ is inspired by water, which is the nectar of life. The outfits in this sub-collection are flowy and fluid, just like water bodies, and consist of blue in different tones.

‘Tana-Bana’ brings to life the artistic grace through woven fabrics like luxury Benarasi brocades on coloured silks. Traditional hand block prints and foil details help to add a modern touch to this festive collection.

We’re super pumped with the launch of a collection that’s so true to its roots, yet modern at the same time. The versatility and affordability at different price points are something that you wouldn’t find at most places. Make sure you check out this collection in stores, before the racks get empty! Find your nearest fbb store here: https://goo.gl/eImFMq

By Diksha Dwivedi

Imagine if you could change the look of your house on every occasion, without leaving any signs of evidence. Well, you don’t have to ‘imagine’ that beautiful scenario because it’s possible when you have washable walls in your house.

Decorating walls is the easiest way to revamp your home and sometimes, the fear of making a mistake and not being able to get the stains off holds us from getting our creative juices flowing. With Nerolac Pearls Emulsion washable paints, you can forget about the scare and go ahead with your ideas. So here are 5 simple DIY ideas to decorate your place in the most beautiful possible way in very little time:

1. Share your travel experiences

Use all the postcards you’ve collected over the years through your love for travel and the ones that have been gifted by friends to decorate your neat white walls.

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2. Wall stickers can be fun too

They can change the look of your room, if used ingeniously. 

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3. Create that extra space for storage

Create that extra space for your books, bathrooms storages, indoor plants, etc.

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4. Paste your memories on your room walls

Have all your favourite people on that plain wall you see everyday. Get all the photos you have saved for so many years printed and paste them in any shape or order you like. Have a few fairy lights around them, your job is done!

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5. Exhibit your beliefs

Write or paste your favourite quotes on your wall, they are definitely the ‘feel good’ decor we all need in our lives.

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Simple! Now, go for for Nerolac Pearls Emulsion :)

By Diksha Dwivedi

Modern day weddings are nothing like ever before; they are less exhausting and more liberal. It’s a big day indeed for the couple that is taking an oath to spend the rest of their lives together but it’s also a crucial day for anyone close to the couple — the friends, family, colleagues, who’ve seen them grow together. This is where what you gift the bride or groom individually, or the couple together, becomes a million dollar question. Even if the couple has a registry set for their gifts, you want your present to stand out for many many years to come.

And we all know it’s much easier to buy gifts for a woman than man. So, if you’re from the bride’s side of friends or family, you’re lucky and here are all the things you can gift her to guarantee a smile on her face every time she thinks of you in the future:

1. A Wedding Day Emergency Kit

She’ll be hungry, keep small peanut sachets or chips packets, she’ll be stressed out and crying with her mascara running, keep wet tissues or make up cleaner in the kit and make her an independent bride. She’ll never forget this gesture for the rest of her life.

2. Get Her A Longines DolceVita

Weddings are hectic. Gift her a watch that looks the part while letting her stay on track! Glamour and grace, that is what this watch exhibits so beautifully. The combination of steel and gold in this particular watch makes it a timeless beauty and needless to say, a gift that’ll stay very close to her heart forever.

Going well with the meaning of its name, the Longines DolceVita is for every woman who knows how to find happiness in life’s smallest pleasures. There are different models and sizes available in this collection, there’s also one with a silver-coloured “flinque” dial adorned with painted Roman numerals. If she likes diamonds, get her the white mother-of-pearl dial enhanced with diamonds. Whatever you choose, it comes in a classy steel case featuring a solid gold crown fitted with a steel and gold cap bracelet; another version set with diamonds is also available. It’s her day; make her feel like a princess!

3. Plan A Solo Trip For Her

Soon, she’ll go from single to married, her to them. Why not take this opportunity to let her enjoy a single last hurrah? Let her take a photographer along to make it the most memorable single trip of hers.

4. Wads Of Cash

Weddings are expensive and if you’re not sure what the bride-to-be wants, let her decide!

5. Good-looking Sleepwear

No one wants to pull out a sexy piece of lingerie in front of their soon-to-be mother-in-law, but that doesn't mean the bride isn't hoping for some new pieces of fun sleepwear.

6. Gift Her Gold

Throughout the past year, headlines have focused on the tragic aspects of the refugee crisis in the Aegean and Mediterranean seas, where thousands took to the sea in search of a better future.

Amidst such a crisis, is the lesser told story of a handful of Greek islanders who opened their hearts to refugees and whose positivity drove them to rescue people from the sea, give shelter, and provide food and water.

Ode to Lesvos shines a light on Skala Sikamineas, an island with a population of just 150 people including fishermen Stratis Valamios, Thanassis Marmarinos and 85-year-old Aimilia Kamvisi who displayed uncompromising compassion towards half a million refugees who made the dangerous voyage across the Aegean Sea.

“Can you really ignore what’s in front of your eyes? Because tomorrow it could be me. I could be on a boat with my family and I would like to be helped,” says fisherman Stratis Valamios in Ode to Lesvos.

The uplifting support of three islanders whose uncompromising positivity in the worst of conditions has earned them a nomination for the coveted Nobel Peace Prize.

Watch this epic tale of true heroism, hope and human spirit and share its deeply inspiring message with #KeepWalking.

McDowell’s No1 Soda celebrates the bonds of true friendship in a unique and soul stirring video with MS Dhoni (Mahi) and his childhood friends (yaars),who have come together for the first time to show the world their #No1Yaari that has transcended through the years.

The trio from Ranchi, have been together through thick and thin, and never resist celebrating their asli yaari at every opportunity they receive. Mahi and his friends have seen each other through all the hardships and successes and have always stood by each other’s side.

The video made by DDB Mudra, Bangalore captures them reminiscing their childhood and early years of friendship through photographs, a fun game of ‘gully cricket’ using tin cartons as the makeshift wickets and cracking jokes amongst each other while playing pranks on others.

Their #No1Yaari was not only about the difficulties but also about the silly moments they share with each other, inside jokes and laughter that radiates through each one of them when they are together.

“A lot has changed over the years but one thing that has remained constant and by my side is my true friendship. Even though we are not able to meet each other very often, but whenever we do, we start from where we last left. Over the years this bond of brotherhood has only become stronger. This video by McDowell’s No1 Soda rebuilds our priceless moments and makes me cherish my yaari even more,” says MS Dhoni.

Arun Pandey, a close friend, confidante and chairman of Rhiti Sports Management, the company that manages MS Dhoni said, "I always believe that true friendship gives you courage and confidence. We are very happy at how this fantastic Yaari video beautifully expresses the nuances of MS's deepest real life friendships. During the initial brainstorming session, my suggestion to include MS's childhood friends in the video (except me) was accepted unanimously. I am sure this video will always have a special place in the hearts of MS's fans and admirers worldwide."

McDowell’s No1 Soda is also running a contest where the lucky winners who comment on the video will get a once in a lifetime chance to meet the MS Dhoni with their No1 Yaars to celebrate their friendship.

Royal Challenge Sports Drink inspires people to be unafraid of consequences and make bold choices. Through the ‘Made of Bold’ video, Virat Kohli and Royal Challenge Sports Drink have come together to pay tribute to the bold journey of Indian athletes who play bold against all odds and need to be given the much deserved recognition and spotlight.

“Jis desh ki ragon mein khoon se zyada cricket daudta hai Wahan kuch ansune ankahe irrade bhi daudte hain, khamoshi se. Ansune anjaane par kisi se kum nahin”

These beautiful opening lines from the ‘Made of Bold’ video, narrated by Virat Kohli and written by Sonal Dabral, give a perspective on the behind-the-scenes challenges of Indian athletes, against all odds in a country that primarily worships cricket. They don’t have packed stadiums with screaming fans, but they still give it their all, every single day not for a tour, not for a tournament but for 4 years at a stretch and against all odds. Only because they are ‘made of bold’.

“Every successful athlete has a journey made up of a bold spirit, grit and mental strength. I took up cricket at an early age and today it has given me people’s love and respect. There are champions in the country who have taken up sports other than cricket but the fact is that their commitment and sacrifices are not known to many. They silently endure the test of times in their sporting journey putting a lot at stake and unafraid of consequences. They are indeed “Made of Bold”. This video is an attempt to give everyone a glimpse into the never-say-die spirit of these athletes.” says Indian star cricketer, Virat Kohli.

There is nothing more magical then being in love and knowing that this is your one true love. But like everything else in life, falling in love is a roller coaster ride with its fair share of ups and downs. It’s a process cemented by moments, memories, trials and tribulations. And anyone who has been in love knows that these moments need to be treasured. Scroll on as we give you six moments in a relationship that definitely deserve “platinum”.

1. You know that you have found the one 

After spending months and years learning all there is to know about each other, there comes a moment when you realize with absolute clarity that he/she is “the one” for you. It’s the start of a beautiful journey of togetherness, and the moment of realization is a feeling that’s truly priceless. Mark it with something equally special; Platinum, and create an everlasting memory.

2. When she finally bags that big promotion

Your admiration for her already has no boundaries, every little thing she does has you in awe of her. So when she bags that really difficult promotion, you know, the one she’s been working all those late hours for, show her how proud you are of her. She truly deserves the best of it all and what better than Platinum to make her feel at top of the world.

3. A dream that you two always shared!

Buying a house is a dream that you have shared with each other and have worked really hard to make it a reality. After all the planning and struggles, you finally have a place you call your home. It’s an important milestone, a place where you will nurture your life, and an occasion this special will always hold a place in your heart.

4. From being a couple to proud parents 

Few experiences in life can produce as much joy as having your first child. The journey from expecting your baby to holding your child in your arms is just unparalleled – celebrate this feeling with Platinum so that moments like these can be relived forever.

5. It still feels like “we just got started!”

Whether you had an arranged marriage or a love marriage, if you’ve spent 10 years with each other you have seen it all. You have been through the ups and downs and know each other in & out. It’s been a decade of togetherness and your love is going to enter its teens! It’s only going to get more exciting, your first relationship milestone needs a celebration! 

6. And just to say thank you

A relationship is work in progress. Your partner has been there for you through the thick and thin of life. Now when you try to imagine life without each other, you realize you no longer can. Take a minute to thank them and there’s nothing more priceless than Platinum to capture this special moment and make your loved one feel truly special.

There will be many such timeless moments that you will come across in life. Make them count for your loved one with platinum. Now we’re not saying that it always takes a gift to express your love to your partner, but some moments that are precious do deserve something equally special & we feel there is nothing better than platinum, wouldn’t you agree? So what are you waiting for? Explore a range of Platinum Love Bands that start at Rs.15,000 here. Because true love is best expressed now.

By Diksha Dwivedi

The one season that keeps us going during Summers is the wait for the Monsoon season — the wind, petrichor, basically the pleasant change in the air and our mood, that is rains for you! The first rain of the season is a time everyone looks forward to, but this excitement dies down as soon as it comes, because it is accompanied with a lot many things and not all of them are pleasant. Then, it's just praying hard for the rains to end.

However, we all know rains have more advantages than disadvantages in each of our lives and so it’s better to have them around than to pray for them to end. What we can do is, turn our love-hate relationship with the rains into a love-love one by knowing exactly how to keep ourselves prepared for the monsoons.

So here are five must-haves for surviving these monsoons:

1. When you step out, put on your shortest pair of shorts to get through unexpected floods

2. Get yourself a classy pair of gumboots to keep your toes dry. Not all of them are boring looking these days! 

3. A raincoat can be your full-body saviour, especially if you're a 2-wheeler user

4. And of course, if you're a 4-wheeler owner, you can cover your car with tarpaulin

5. Finally, if you're a pedestrian, the larger your umbrella, the better your life cover

Well, you can use all of the above for yourself and your personal belongings but how do you protect your house? Can it survive the rains as easily or would it need an umbrella as well?

All it takes is Nerolac Excel and its weather defense formula to protect your house this monsoon season.

• International & national placements by Qatar Airways at Rs 20 Lakh, Hyatt Hotel USA at Rs 15 Lakh, Air India at Rs 8.50 Lakh; Practo Technologies at Rs 7.08 lakh; Josh Technology Rs 6.5 Lakh, LG Soft Rs 5.5 Lakh made LPU proud of its students • Cognizant once again set new record in North India by selecting 550 Engineering students in just 1 day this session too, followed by Tech Mahindra’s selection of 249, I Gate Global Solutions’ 73 and more • 200+ Campus placement drives were made by other global giants including  Amdocs, ITC Info-tech, Vodafone, Redington India, Indigo Airlines, Jubilant Chemsys, MRF Tyres and other • Be it Google, Microsoft, Apple, Amazon, Dell, Cisco, Oracle, Cadence or any other top-brand, LPU students can be seen there • LPU students are now working world over at packages of Rs One Crore

Jalandhar: Setting highest placement record in 2015-16 as well, Lovely Professional University is making new strides in placements of its students in top brands every year. International placements by Qatar Airways at highest salary package of Rs 20 Lakh and Hyatt Hotel USA at Rs 15 Lakh are highlights of the session up to now. Other top salary offering companies remained Air India (Rs 8.5 Lakh), Practo Technologies (Rs 7.08 Lakh), Josh Technology Rs 6.5 Lakh, LG Soft (Rs 5.5 Lakh) and many more. 200+ placement drives were made by top brands including 100+ drives for technology & sciences’ students and 60 for business administration students. Under these drives, LPU students have got placements in different sectors including Management, IT, Engineering, Banking, Agriculture, Consultancy, Architecture, Pharmaceuticals and other. By recruiting 550 students in a single drive, IT giant Cognizant once again remained top recruiter across all the sectors and clusters. Cognizant has set new record of consecutive selection in large number in North India, after selecting 610 students previously. It is followed by Tech Mahindra’s selection of 249 students, I Gate Global Solutions’ 73, and in similar number by many other companies.

Though companies from multiple sectors have recruited LPU students but the top sector to recruit largest number of LPU students again remained engineering. LPU School of Hotel Management led the race illustratively by witnessing 100% placements of its students.  Management students are selected by globally giant companies including XL Dynamics (75), Think & Learn (33), Practo Technologies (32), MRF Tyres (13); engineering students by CSS Corporation (30), and so on. Pharmacy students are preferred in large number by prestigious companies including Torrent Pharmaceuticals, Abbot India, Jubilant Chemsys, Life-Cell International, Omics Group; Hotel Management students by ITC Hotels, Bercos, The Grand, Zuri Whitefields; Fashion Technology students by Tommy Hilfiger, Biba Apparels, Madura Fashions, Vardhman Polytex; and agriculture students by Zenesis Agro-science and more. Education and physical education students also got coveted placements by Leap Start, Akal Academies, Focus Academy, and Imperial Sports Academy, Kooh Sports, Decathalon and more.

By WhatWhenWear

There are very few women in the world who might say that they don’t enjoy curling, straightening, rebonding and styling their hair in more ways than one. Those few women are most probably lying to you. Why, you ask? Surveys show that most women enjoy looking different and styling their hair differently in the simplest ways. But they still sometimes avoid it as much because of the damage it causes to their tresses.

Here are six mistakes you could be making while working and reworking your hair to look different:

1. Not prepping: Before you expose your hair to a straightener, curler or any other form of styling equipment that releases intense heat on your hair and near your scalp, be careful to use a good hair prepping product. These products will not just help keep the quality of your hair intact, but also help your hair hold on to the style for longer hours.

2. “I’ll keep this look for another day”: Every girl has done this at least once, where her hair looks so good, she decides not to wash it and maintains the product in for another day (or two!). This is one of the worst things you can do to your hair, considering the additional product usage you’re exposing your hair and possibly, scalp to.

3. Too much product: A lot of women prefer using a fistful of shampoo and conditioner while washing their hair. The best way to optimize your shampoo is in fact by adding 1/3rd quantity water into the mix. Dove’s Intense Repair Shampoo, for example, is great with helping your hair recover from the exposure to various styling treatments, but using excess quantity won’t help in any way. Keeping this in mind, use only enough shampoo as the volume of your hair demands.

4. Washing your hair too often: Believe us when we tell you that excessive shampoo and conditioner on your scalp can wash away the natural oils which are needed to keep your hair looking and feeling healthy.

5. Brushing, blow drying and over touching: Constantly using a brush on your scalp, blow drying your hair after every single wash and fidgeting with your hair non stop are little, everyday actions that can result in your scalp becoming more greasy. This, in turn, results in most women over-washing their hair, too. Avoid these little things in your daily routine and you’ll spot the difference in your hair texture. Let your hair air dry every once in a while and try to keep your hands away from the strands as much as you can (unless of course you’re styling your hair).

6. Not selecting the right products: No matter how much care you take of your hair, unless you’re using the right products, the damage will win. Get your hands on the Dove Intense Repair Shampoo & Conditioner range that helps most hair types, and will not just control the existing damage, but also protect the exposure that is yet. Now you can style your hair without worrying about the damage.

So keep these pointers in mind and go ahead and play with your hair without worrying about the damage:

By Diksha Dwivedi

We all want to do different things in life and stand out in the crowd at a point of time, when our dreams seem bigger than reality. Unfortunately, not many of us have the courage or the chance to go ahead and live our dreams as much as we’d like to.

Sometimes all that’s needed is a ray of hope to spark the willingness in you to chase your dreams like there’s no tomorrow. This is where parents, mentors, godfathers, opportunities and your own determination come into play.

Here are a few real life stories you need to watch to witness how Amazon is influencing people’s determination and dreams everyday:

1. When Amazon made this princess believe in her world of magic

2. When Amazon reminded somebody of what he grew up with and where his passion lies

3. When Amazon helped this family start their life easily in a new city

4. When Amazon helped an athlete win against all odds