Coupons, cashback and bargain have become an integral part of my online shopping on daily basis.
Sunday, March 16, 2014
Online shopping dhamaal
Saturday, March 15, 2014
For shopaholics
As soon as I got to know about this BlogAdda contest, I visited the gopaisa.com site and found about this amazing deal for Axis bank customers on Flipkart. Sounds like a great idea, is it not!
Axis: 10% CashBack On Purchase Rs.7500+Expires on 16 Mar 2014
I told about it to my friend just now as he has been planning to buy a Samsung smartphone. And since he holds an Axis bank debit card, he was so happy to hear about this cashback. Though Flipkart never offers coupons, but it is much better than to bargain offline with a mobile phone seller. Customer is the winner here, and it was possible due to gopaisa.com.
Get Flat 10% Cashback on all purchases above Rs 7,500 with Axis Bank Debit & Credit Cards. No Coupon Code Required.
Gopaisa.com is a true website for shopaholics like me and my gang of friends. Hope to continue with other experiences ;)
Dream trip to Malaysia
Malaysia, truly Asia... this is the tagline of an ad deeply embedded in my psyche since the time this advertisement of Malaysia Tourism used to feature on national television of India. Therefore, when BlogAdda posted this contest where we have a chance to visit one of the best tourist places of Asia and world, I could not restrain myself to write a blogpost for the same
Malaysia as a country is a bubbling, bustling melting pot of races and religions and offers a range of delicacies making available a gastronomical paradise for the people. It is a warm home to hundreds of colourful festivals.
I would definitely like to visit the pristine beaches at Langkawi Island, Kedah or something more adventurous like visiting the Gunung Mulu National Park, Sarawak to experience the flora & fauna.
Malaysia is ranked as 9th among the most visited place in the world.
Top places I would like to visit:
1. Petronas Twin Towers
Ever since seeing these twin skyscrapers in the
movie Don: the chase begins (2007) directed by Farhan Akhtar mainly in Malaysia, this piece of architecture has held my attention. The marvellous doubledecker Skybridge connecting the twin towers on 41st floor is a classic feat of human accomplishment. This would, undoubtedly, be the first place in my to-visit places in Malaysia.
2. Langkawi Island: the jewel of Kedah
An archipelago of 100+ islands in the Andaman Sea, boasts of several pristine and picturesque beaches like Pantai Cenang, Pantai Tengah, Burau Bay, etc. It also houses the UNESCO Cultural Heritage site World Geopark whose main conversation areas are among the most popular tourist hotspots in Malaysia.
3. Gunung Mulu National Park
It is also a UNESCO World Heritage site that encompasses caves and karst formations in a mountainous equatorial rainforest setting. The park is famous for its caves and largest known natural chamber - Sarawak chamber, which is said to be so big that 40 Boeing 747s can be accomodated without overlapping their wings. Who will not want to visit such a natural wonder!
Furthermore, it is said that this region is also home to various kinds of flora and fauna. Even 27 different species of bats are seen to be reported there. Thus, this National Park forms the 3rd in my to be visited places if Malaysia calls me.
4. Putrajaya International Hot Air Balloon Fiesta
Would surely like to experience such a wonderful sight when hundreds of hot air colorful balloons will be soaring high into the air. Let's hope I get place to be in one of such hot air balloons, thus touching the bare sky with my hands.
5. Cameron Highlands
It is one of Malaysia's most extensive hill stations, of the size of Singapore. If time is there, I will keep it as my backup visiting place while in Malaysia. Home to several endangered flora and fauna species, this place also finds a place in my list.
P.S. -- I am participating in the MalaysiaJao Blogathon Contest in association with BlogAdda.com.
Malaysia as a country is a bubbling, bustling melting pot of races and religions and offers a range of delicacies making available a gastronomical paradise for the people. It is a warm home to hundreds of colourful festivals.
I would definitely like to visit the pristine beaches at Langkawi Island, Kedah or something more adventurous like visiting the Gunung Mulu National Park, Sarawak to experience the flora & fauna.
Malaysia is ranked as 9th among the most visited place in the world.
Top places I would like to visit:
1. Petronas Twin Towers
Ever since seeing these twin skyscrapers in the
movie Don: the chase begins (2007) directed by Farhan Akhtar mainly in Malaysia, this piece of architecture has held my attention. The marvellous doubledecker Skybridge connecting the twin towers on 41st floor is a classic feat of human accomplishment. This would, undoubtedly, be the first place in my to-visit places in Malaysia.
2. Langkawi Island: the jewel of Kedah
An archipelago of 100+ islands in the Andaman Sea, boasts of several pristine and picturesque beaches like Pantai Cenang, Pantai Tengah, Burau Bay, etc. It also houses the UNESCO Cultural Heritage site World Geopark whose main conversation areas are among the most popular tourist hotspots in Malaysia.
3. Gunung Mulu National Park
It is also a UNESCO World Heritage site that encompasses caves and karst formations in a mountainous equatorial rainforest setting. The park is famous for its caves and largest known natural chamber - Sarawak chamber, which is said to be so big that 40 Boeing 747s can be accomodated without overlapping their wings. Who will not want to visit such a natural wonder!
Furthermore, it is said that this region is also home to various kinds of flora and fauna. Even 27 different species of bats are seen to be reported there. Thus, this National Park forms the 3rd in my to be visited places if Malaysia calls me.
4. Putrajaya International Hot Air Balloon Fiesta
Would surely like to experience such a wonderful sight when hundreds of hot air colorful balloons will be soaring high into the air. Let's hope I get place to be in one of such hot air balloons, thus touching the bare sky with my hands.
5. Cameron Highlands
It is one of Malaysia's most extensive hill stations, of the size of Singapore. If time is there, I will keep it as my backup visiting place while in Malaysia. Home to several endangered flora and fauna species, this place also finds a place in my list.
P.S. -- I am participating in the MalaysiaJao Blogathon Contest in association with BlogAdda.com.
Tuesday, February 11, 2014
Wednesday, January 15, 2014
Book Review: 'The Moon Wants To Be Spotless White' by Priya Narayanan
Genre: Children's story book
Illustrations: Sunita Mitra
Blurb:
Illustrations: Sunita Mitra
Blurb:
The vain Moon is devastated when he finds out about the dirt patch on his otherwise pristine white self. He wants to be scrubbed and cleaned by Dhobi Kaka to regain his spotless beauty. The moon cunningly manipulates Mitu into helping him out in this mission.
But how will mitu get the moon down to be cleaned?
Will kaka be able to restore the moon s spotless beauty?
Will mitu be turned into an owl for not keeping her promise?
Join in the fun-filled adventure of the Moon, Mitu and Dhobi Kaka, as the trio set out on their mission to help the Moon become spotless.
Review:
This is my first children's book to review, and I am glad I read (and liked) it. As the blurb showcases, the story in the book revolves around three main characters - a little girl Mitu, the Moon, and Dhobi kaka. The story is simple but still exciting and binding while the characters are few in number, which is good from a child's point of view. Personification of the Moon could have been tricky, but the author manages to weave this character too with grace and vivid fancy. The language is breezy both for adults and their lower age counterparts. And the story moves at a good pace as it is beautifully accompanied by various creative illustrations which adds charm to the reading journey. All in all, quite a feel good story.
Also, this book doesn't offer any negative or gray shade character, but that is not at all necessary to be there in almost every book for kids justifying the victory of good over evil. That's why, I liked this book more.
But the beauty of this book is its powerful message, which is neither too preachy, nor light in morality, and is portrayed with elegance towards the end. Kids will surely love this book and apply the moral of the story in their real lives too.
Also, this book doesn't offer any negative or gray shade character, but that is not at all necessary to be there in almost every book for kids justifying the victory of good over evil. That's why, I liked this book more.
But the beauty of this book is its powerful message, which is neither too preachy, nor light in morality, and is portrayed with elegance towards the end. Kids will surely love this book and apply the moral of the story in their real lives too.
Likes:
Moral of the story is the best punch.
Simple and feel good story for kids.
Illustrations add a great impact to the imagination while reading.
Dislikes:
Just a few editing errors here and there.
Not a vast plot.
Not a vast plot.
My Rating: 3.25 out of 5 stars
Review Copy Source: Author
Sunday, January 12, 2014
My fav. off-beat cinema
There are some very thought provoking films made in Bollywood that win a lot of critical acclaim but when it comes to overall viewership, they are unable to compete with typical blockbusters. It is high time we rise above the present ‘Superhits’ to bridge the gap and come up with more movies that boast of quality.
Here I present my Top 5 off-beat Hindi films that are a must-watch for everyone:
Here I present my Top 5 off-beat Hindi films that are a must-watch for everyone:
1. YMI: Yeh Mera India
2. A Wednesday!
2. A Wednesday!
3. Paan Singh Tomar
4. Pinjar
5. Dasvidaniya
Others worth mentioning: 1971, Khuda Kay Liye, Bol
Upcoming: Miss Lovely
Watch the trailer: http://vimeo.com/82285130
Friday, January 3, 2014
Indian General Elections 2014 with social mobile apps
#VoteForIndia
P.S. -- This post is in association with IndiBlogger contest in addition with WeChat.
P.S. -- This post is in association with IndiBlogger contest in addition with WeChat.
Wednesday, January 1, 2014
Mobile Review: Micromax Canvas HD A116i
Original review posted at --> http://www.flipkart.com/reviews/RVRLGMT852MCDNKW5
My rating: 4 out of 5 stars
Bike Review: Yamaha SZ-RR
Review posted at --> http://www.mouthshut.com/review/Yamaha-SZ-RR-review-utpqlrnmur
This one seems to be one of the best mobikes launched by Yamaha in India. Giving me a good mileage of around 40 kmpl. Great riding and control and manoeuvring. MRF Zapper or tubeless tyres could have been a great value-addition but at increased cost. Pick-up and power is, of course, less than FZ, that’s why the price is less. The engine at first is super smooth but with time, it starts making grunting noise (which some like and some don’t, I am neutral). Bought it towards the end of July 2013; ridden 1000 km approx till now. Not many complaints.
This one seems to be one of the best mobikes launched by Yamaha in India. Giving me a good mileage of around 40 kmpl. Great riding and control and manoeuvring. MRF Zapper or tubeless tyres could have been a great value-addition but at increased cost. Pick-up and power is, of course, less than FZ, that’s why the price is less. The engine at first is super smooth but with time, it starts making grunting noise (which some like and some don’t, I am neutral). Bought it towards the end of July 2013; ridden 1000 km approx till now. Not many complaints.
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| Pros: | Superb riding and control |
| Cons: | TVS tyres (non-tubeless) |
All in all 5 out of 5 rating
Celebrations!
Celebrate life.
Moreover, I would like to tag my friends Ankita Singhal, Shiksha Sharma, Sahil Mahajan, Rohit Rajput, Bharadwas LS in this post.
Moreover, I would like to tag my friends Ankita Singhal, Shiksha Sharma, Sahil Mahajan, Rohit Rajput, Bharadwas LS in this post.
P.S. -- Protest Against Unclean Stubble Activity in association with BlogAdda.
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