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CNBC-TV18 and Taxsmile.com is introducing “Taxpertise”, an expert’s perspective on tax planning and filing on June 20, 10 a.m. onwards at Mother Tekla Auditorium, No. 10 Brunton Road.

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Bangalore Film Society is screening Mike Leigh’s “Naked” on June 20, 6.15 p.m. and Henning Carlsen’s “Hunger” on June 21, 6.30 p.m. at Ashirvad, No. 30, St. Mark’s Road cross, opposite State Bank of India. Call 25493705/9886213516. Non-members are requested to register 15 minutes prior to the film screenings.

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Raj Pavilion at the ITC Windsor is celebrating Father’s Day where you could treat your father to lunch or dinner. For reservations, call 22269898.

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Reliance TimeOut presents a special Father’s Day Fun Carnival this weekend for fathers and their children till June 21. On June 20, there will be a drawing contest and on June 21, a quiz contest. Both events are from 5 to 7 p.m. at Reliance TimeOut, Cunningham Road. Call 41286025.

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Mudrika Foundation of Indian Performing Arts is hosting a solo Bharatanatya performance by Sulekha Nair.

Date: June 21, 6 p.m.

Venue: ADA Rangamandira, opposite Ravindra Kalakshetra, No. 109 J.C. Road

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It’s better to make music than war. And making live music and listening to it is thoroughly energising. Listen up, because tomorrow is World Music Day

Photo: Sampath Kumar g.p.FOR THE LOVE OF MUSIC Rock on

Traditionally, Fete De La Musique aka World Music Day falls on June 21, marking the summer solstice. With the festival’s roots in France, free concerts are held all over the world, uniting several genres under one roof. People take to the streets, making merry music or should we say music merry? Most importantly, the young and old, musicians — amateur and professional, are meant to give their time for free without the pressures of playing for money’s worth.The quintessential question

So do we really need a day to celebrate music? It is probably most relevant where live music culture is restricted by laws and cut-off timings that don’t let the daylight sink in. Gone are the days when one could be feathered by sound from dusk to dawn. The show starts and ends at a specific time, revolving in extreme punctuality, often leaving the performing artists with no time for a proper sound check, or even getting a tolerable mix on stage.

Live music. Why does it tick? In a beautiful moment, the artist and listener become one. Personal boundaries melt, feet start tapping, and people hold hands to sing in harmony. Dancing begins. Ryan, a full-time musician says: “Since it’s a gathering of people, there is an exchange of energy. If you do it for the right reasons, you can make a difference in someone’s life. And because you’re having a good time yourself, it’s a real celebration.”

Before copyrights hit you in the face, pre-amplifiers, pre-electric guitars and pre-hair do’s-to-suit-the-occasion, there was just music, right? Ronald, a regular concert goer says, “I like going for live gigs simply to get entertained. Not to sit down and…More

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Mocha is presenting “Rain Splash”, a sale of boxers, hot pants, shorts and capris by “En”, flip flops and accessories, spa therapy, nail art and tattoos.

Date: June 21, 11 a.m. to 8 p.m.

Venue: Mocha, 25/2, Lavelle road

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The Hindu : y>Mother-daughter duo designers Chandra and Neeta make saris attractive for the younger generation, finds SHILPA SEBASTIAN R.

Photo: Sampath Kumar G. P.DARING DESIGNS Giving saris a new twist

Chandra and her daughter Neeta are like the two sides of a coin. The two not only breathe and design saris but also drape themselves in their own designs. They have a flair for combining the traditional with the modern and get younger women to try the sari.

While the mother is the creative head, the daughter takes care of all the marketing and publicity. They seem to have a perfect understanding. Even while speaking, if one gets stuck at a point, the other will come to the rescue and complete the sentence. Together, they are a big hit, and so is their boutique – Sakhi by Chandras – in Indiranagar.The beginning

“Though this boutique is four years old, my mother started the Chandra’s collection at home 10 years ago,” starts Neeta.

“I only designed saris, for they are interesting. Initially, I would make my own saris. One day while I was shopping, a lady followed me for almost half an hour before she came up and asked me where I bought my sari. That made me feel good and I started creating something for family and friends,” recalls Chandra.

Though they are now based in Bangalore the design story has its beginnings in Delhi. “We would come down here once a year and I remember mom would create something exclusive for all her friends and relatives here. She would meticulously prepare all her gifts. It was remarkable to see the amount of time and energy she would invest into every gift. Our coming to Bangalore would be more like a ritual and there would be something exclusive for everyone,” recalls Neeta.

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Indiranagar Sangeetha Sabha is presenting a concert with A. Kanyakumari and M. Rajeev on the violin, Patri Satishkumar on mrudanga and Sukanya Ramgopal on ghata.

Date: June 20, 6 p.m.

Venue: Purandara Bhavana, 8th Main Road, HAL 2nd Stage, Indiranagar

Contact: 25215525

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Serves 2Ingredients

Sole fillet: 400 gm

Garlic: 20 gm

Chilli paste: 30 gm

Tomato sauce: 20 gm

Sweet chilli sauce: 20 gm

Plum sauce: 20 gm

Fish sauce: 20 ml

Lemon grass: 10 gm

Corn flour: 30 gm

Oil: 100 ml

Salt: To taste

Chef Vijay Tahpliayal is an Executive Sous Chef with The Lalit Ashok and is heading the Oko kitchen. He handles Chinese, Japanese, Thai, Vietnamese, Indonesian and Malayasian cuisines at the restaurant. He specializes in Teppanyaki and Japanese cuisine Chef Vijay was earlier with Hyatt Regency and the Leela palace, Bangalore and is also an expert in Lebanese cuisine.

Method

Marinate the fish with egg, corn flour, deep fry and keep aside.

Heat oil in a wok add garlic, chilli paste, tomato sauce, sweet chilli sauce, plum sauce, fish sauce, lemon grass.

Add fish and seasoning.

Check the seasoning and serve hot.

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Hippocampus is organising “Hoo’s the Artist”, art workshops for children with a personalised school-year calendar-making workshop for children aged from seven to 10, mentored by Padmavathi Rao.

Date: June 20 & 27, 5.30 to 6.30 p.m.

Venue: No. 525 16th Main, Koramangala

Contact: 25630206

Fees: Rs. 300 for members, Rs. 400 for non-members

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Bangalore Central is celebrating ‘Youthopia’, with a Battle of the Bands on June 20 at 5.30 p.m.

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Navakarnataka Publications is starting its 50th anniversary celebrations with the launch of “Mahila Chintana Maale”, a series of women-oriented books in Kannada and translated from other languages.

The books will be launched by writer Dr. Vijaya on Sunday at Nayana Sabhangana, Kannada Bhavan, J.C. Road, at 10 a.m. Mail: navakarnataka@data one.inevents

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Kingfisher Premium is presenting Comedy Nights with Aggy Uncle, a hilarious look at men, dating and relationships.

Date: June 20 & 21, 7.30 p.m.

Venue: Kyra Theatre, Katti-ma Complex, 100 Feet Road, Indiranagar

Tickets: Rs. 500

Contact: 9632203333, 43419999

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