Creative Desk

Sound of Silence! By PRAMITA BOSE Silence speaks when black dots appear on chat screen  but no words get keyed in Silence speaks when a blue tick is visible but no reply is received Silence speaks when mail inbox remains empty for ages but no revert is seen from the sender’s end Silence speaks when I turn my head to look back but can only catch your flitting shadow on the wall Silence speaks when footsteps are heard at the doorway but none presses the bell The expected visitor to be precise! Silence speaks when tears roll down the cheeks and the lips are sealed but the look in the eyes says it all Silence speaks when there’s a lull after a storm but the squall in the heart refuses to subside.... *********************************************************************************************************************

  Into the nature… By PRAMITA BOSE I put my feet up in blue bliss As far as my eyes go in the eternity above I lie down on a grassy carpet to marvel at the cottony white clouds floating like boats across the sky Far below, in between the steep gray cliffs carved by nature's knife Flow the waters of the narrow ribbony inlets of the sea The surreal fjords Bearing the green reflection of a cluster of coniferous trees on the towering hills The gigantic searchlight standing tall skims the ocean surface with its bright beam A flight of lone wooden steps lazily juts out into a meandering river hemming a land of shrubbery The serene silence of the surroundings The gravity of a snow-capped mountain range at a distance All beckon my weary senses To unwind and find my lost soul Exhume my buried feelings Regain my true self Funnel my pent-up emotions into a vortex of creativity With the lens of love, brush of passion and the colours of my imagination The roving sight rediscovers the hidden p...

Glow With Marigold! Scoop up spoonsful of goodness from marigold as the flower serves up a menu of health benefits and a plate rich with nutrient-dense recipes. By PRAMITA BOSE Taking Care of Skin and Eyes Marigold helps brighten your skin and boost eye health. The lutein found in marigold is effective in shielding the eyes from toxic rays, lifting vision performance and decreasing the risk of age-related eye disease. The glycoproteins, nucleoproteins, antioxidants and vitamins in marigold increase skin moisture; promote healing from burns, wounds and rashes; and stimulate skin collagen formation, resulting in a stronger, healthier skin. The anti-inflammatory activities in marigolds are reported to lessen swelling and irritation. “Daily use of marigold in salads and teas or its topical applications contributes to a radiant skin as well as protects eye health in a natural way,” reasons Sonia Mehta, also the founder at Everbloom, a wellness company for senior citizens. Keeping...

Mantastic Makeover! Men are looking to spice up their wardrobes with funky prints, brilliant colours and exotic designs this festive season. Spot the beaux sashaying down the fashion street in style! By PRAMITA BOSE From ‘snapworthy’ airport looks for foreign vacays to flashy cover-page photo shoots, red-carpet appearances to eye-dazzling promos, Instagrammable launch parties to big-ticket release pressers — you name it and our out-and-about stars of the planet Bollywood are seen zipping through such hot spots of the town in outfits that set a fashion trend. Their funky styles, OG moves, groovy poses and inimitable swag act like a barometer of fluctuating fashion diktats in this gizmo-crazy, app-driven and social media-boosting world. Ergo tinselville icons are still calling the shots when it comes to aping all that’s à la mode. Male Fashion in the Spotlight  If you always thought that the beautiful fairer sex brigade’s fashion sensibility is a notch higher than the suave s...

  Malta Marvel! If you have dreamt of growing sunny oranges in your orchards, then pluck the Malta variety from your imaginary garden tree or buy it from the fruit-selling kiosks in the nearest bazaar to discover its multiple health and wellness benefits. By PRAMITA BOSE Nourishment and Calorie Count Malta oranges contain high-value nutrients and nourishing elements in terms of dietary supplements and calorie calculation. Per 100 gm of edible Malta, the calorie intake is tantamount to an approximate 47 kcal, carbohydrates (mainly natural fruit sugar) stand at a roughly 12 gm, fibre quantity is equivalent to nearly 2-2.5 gm, Vitamin C comes in at an estimated 60 mg (more than half the daily requirement), folate is reckoned at almost 30 mcg, while potassium equals to closely 180 mg. Other micronutrients consist of calcium, magnesium and B vitamins in limited doses. To conclude, Malta oranges are favoured as a low-calorie, nutrient-dense snack. Best Way to Ingest Malta One ...