Author: Varad Sandeep Vaichal

For Windies

Windies and England both the teams won 2 match each as in the 3^rd ODI match which was being played at Grenada was washed out due to intermittent rain and the Series got leveled up by 2-2. Chris Gayle was the leading run scorer in this ODI Series as he amassed 424 runs which included 2 centuries and 2 half centuries and it can be said that the self proclaimed “Universe Boss” is back and is firing all the cylinders. Chris Gayle looked like a man on mission as earlier he had taken rests and avoided national duty for the sake of playing leagues and gaining experience. Chris Gayle was a one man army in this ODI Series as he smashed England’s bowlers all round the park. Shimron Hetmyer scored 141 runs which included 1 Century. Apart from Chris Gayle other batsman failed to contribute which the reason why Windies didn’t won the ODI series. The batting line up of Windies looks threatening as the ‘Universe Boss” (Chris Gayle) is looking to dominate the bowlers blatantly and he is showing no mercy whatsoever but Windies would want each and every player to contribute to the team’s success

Oshane Thomas was the leading wicket take for Windies as he took 9 wickets which included 1 five wicket haul and he was well supported by Sheldon Cottrell as he took 7 Wickets which included 1 five wicket haul. The skipper Jason Holder was also effective and productive with the ball as he took 7 Wickets. The bowling line up of Windies looks attacking as they have got the bowlers who can bowl consistently at 140 km/hr and when Kemar Roach would be back from injury this Windies bowling line up would be a real force to deal with.

For England

England failed to maintain their winning streak as the series was drawn by 2-2. Eoin Morgan the skipper of England was the leading run scorer of England as he scored 256 runs which included 1 century and 2 half centuries. Jos Butler the attacking wicket keeper of England scored 211 runs which included 1 century and England’s consistent batsman Joe Root wasn’t in great form as he scored 144 runs which included 1 century. England have an habit of posting humongous totals on board and chasing any target but at the same time they should avoid batting collapses which are now happening often.

Adil Rashid was the joint leading wicket taker as he took 9 wickets which included 1 five wicket haul. In the pace department Mark Wood was the pick of the England’s fast bowlers as he took 7 wickets and he was hitting the deck hard. England’s bowlers were unable to stop the ‘Gayle Storm’ throughout the ODI Series. With World Cup being around the corner England have found a very good wrist spinner in the form of Adil Rashid who picks up wickets at regular intervals but the pace attack of England doesn’t look dominating.

For South Africa

South Africa won the ODI Series against Pakistan by a margin of 3-2. South Africa went through all the ups and downs in this ODI Series and they won the ODI Series from the jaws of defeat. Rassie Van der Dussen who was the debutant in this ODI Series was the leading run scorer of South Africa with 241 runs which included 3 half centuries and he was well accompanied by Hashim Amla as he scored 214 runs which included 1 century and 1 half century and finally it looks like Hashim Amla has found his form back. Reeza Hendricks scored 169 runs in this ODI Series which included 1 half century. South Africa’s skipper Faf Du Plessis had a moderate series with the bat as he scored only 155 runs which included 2 half centuries. The positives for South Africa in this ODI Series was that they have found a terrific middle order who are eager to score runs at a good strike rate too.

In the bowling department of South Africa Andile Phelukwayo was the leading wicket taker in this ODI Series as he took 8 wickets and he was well accompanied by the lethal fast bowler Kagiso Rabada as he took 5 wickets. Each and every bowler of South Africa contributed to the team’s success and this was the difference between the two teams. Whenever South Africa found them in a spot of bother someone stood up and took the responsibility of finishing the game for the team.

For Pakistan

Paksitan lost the ODI Series against South Africa by a margin of 2-3. Pakistan lost the ODI Series because they weren’t able to win the key moments of the game. Imam ul Haq was the leading run scorer of the ODI Series as he scored 271 runs which included 1 century and 2 half centuries and he was the pillar of Pakistan’s opening partnership and Fakhar Zaman scored 167 runs which included 1 half century. Babar Azam scored 195 runs which included 1 half century and he wasn’t able to finish the games for his team which was seen throughout the ODI Series. In the 3^rd ODI Sarfaraz Ahmed the skipper of Pakistan made racial comments on South Arica’s all rounder Anile Phelukwayo due to which Sarfaraz Ahmed was suspended for 4 International matches by the ICC (International cricket Council) and the only concern for Pakistan which was seen in this ODI Series was that they have a fragile middle order.

In the bowling department of Pakistan Shaheen Afridi was the leading wicket taker for Pakistan as he took 6 wickets but he didn’t got any critical support from the experienced Mohammed Aamir. Usman Shinwari and Shadab Khan both these bowlers took 5 wickets. The positive for Pakistan in the bowling department was the rise and the form of the tyro fast bowler Shaheen Afridi; but at the same time the senior bowlers the likes of Mohammed Aamir and Hassan Ali are not picking up wickets.

For New Zealand

New Zealand lost ODI Series against India by a huge margin of 4-1. New Zealand lost ODI Series against India in New Zealand after 10 Years. Ross Taylor was the leading run scorer for New Zealand as he scored 177 runs which included 1 half century but he lacked support from the other batsman. Kane Williamson the skipper scored 148 runs which included 1 half century and in this ODI Series it was seen that both Ross Taylor and Kane Williamson weren’t able to rotate the strike which created a lot of havoc in New Zealand’s middle order. New Zealand have a lot of issues to ponder over especially as their openers the likes of Martin Guptill and Colin Munro are not giving a decent start to the team and there is an enormous amount of pressure on the middle order.

In the pace department Trent Boult was the leading wicket taker in this ODI Series as he took 12 Wickets which included one fife wicket haul in the 4^th ODI match. New Zealand’s   bowling department looked below par throughout the ODI Series and as a result they lost the ODI Series.  New Zealand’s skipper Kane Williamson and the newly appointed coach Gary Stead should not separate the pair of New Zealand’s fast bowling which are Trent Boult and Tim Southee  because they are immensely experienced and in this ODI Series both the bowlers were played together in alternate matches.

For India

India won the ODI Series against New Zealand by a dominating margin of 4-1. India won the ODI Series in New Zealand after a span of 10 years; earlier in 2009 when MS Dhoni was the skipper India had won the ODI Series.  Ambati Rayudu was the leading run scorer of the ODI Series as he scored 190 runs which included 190 runs and now it looks like finally India has found their no.4 batsman in the form of Ambati Rayudu. Shikhar Dhawan the rampant opener scored 188 runs which included 2 half centuries and Rohit Sharma also had a good series where he scored 169 runs which included 2 half centuries.  With World cup being at the door step away India has an almost perfect batting line up who can score runs in any sort of conditions.

In the bowling department of India Mohammed Shami and Yuzvendra Chahal both these bowlers 9 wickets each. Kuldeep Yadav the left arm chinaman foxed New Zealand’s batsman with his cunning variations as he took 8 wickets and Bhuveneshwar Kumar the king of swing bowling also had a good outing in New Zealand as he took 7 wickets. India’s bowling line up looks flawless as the bowlers bowl immaculate line and lengths which is a distinctive and unique feature of team India.

For New Zealand

New Zealand won the ODI Series by a whopping margin of 3-0. Ross Taylor continued his classy form as he scored 281 runs which included 1 century and 2 half centuries. Ross Taylor was the pillar of New Zealand’s batting line up throughout the ODI Series. Henry Nicholls also made vital contributions as he scored 171 runs which included 1 Century and the way he batted he made sure that New Zealand’s lower batting line up can add invaluable contributions. The batting department of New Zealand looks a lot settled as in the middle order of New Zealand there is Ross Taylor who always takes the team out of the trouble as he rotates the strike on a consistent basis and finds an odd boundary which is nothing but ice on the cake for the team.

In the bowling department of New Zealand Ish Sodhi was the leading wicket taker of the ODI Series as he took 8 scalps. Lockie Ferguson and the flamboyant allrounder James Neesham both the fast bowlers took 6 wickets each. James Neesham has now given happy headaches to the selectors as he is playing breezy cameos and at the same time picking up wickets because new Zealand have more all-rounder present in the form of Corey Anderson and Colin De Grandhomme.

For Sri lanka                                                                        

Sri Lanka lost the ODI Series against New Zealand by 3-0. In this ODI Series Sri Lanka’s selectors gave the captaincy to the veteran fast bowler Lasith Malinga and earlier Dinesh Chandimal was the ODI Skipper for Sri Lanka VS England ODI Series. Thisara Perera was the leading run scorer for Sri Lanka as he scored 224 runs which included 1 century and 1 half century and he almost won the game for Sri Lanka in the 2^nd ODI single handedly but he didn’t got any kind of support from the other batsman. Kusal Perera the dashing batsman scored 149 runs which included 1 century but he wasn’t consistent. Sri Lanka lost this ODI Series because their middle order was weak and the openers were also not giving the team a decent start which was the difference from the 2 teams.

In the bowling department of Sri Lanka Lasith Malinga was the alone and noticeable wicket taking bowler as he took 7 wickets but didn’t have any support from his team mates. All the Sri Lanka’s bowlers were taken to the cleaners by New Zealand’s batting line up and Sri Lanka’s batsman weren’t following the basics at all due to which New Zealand were able to post humongous totals on the board. With the world cup being around the corner Sri Lanka don’t know who is the team’s best player to lead the team.

For New Zealand

New Zealand won the TEST Series against Sri Lanka by a margin of 1-0. Tom Latham was the leading runs scorer of the test series as he amassed 450 runs which included 2 centuries and he played marathon knocks throughout the TEST Series and his knocks proved to be crucial for team’s victory. Henry Nicholls the batsman who bats in the middle order scored 213 runs where he scored 1 century. Throughout the TEST Series it was a one man show in the batting department as Sri Lanka’s fast bowlers looked blatantly clueless against the gritty Tom Latham.

In the pace department of New Zealand Tim Southee was the leading wicket taker as he took 13 wickets and he was very well accompanied by Trent Boult who took 11 wickets. The pace attack of new Zealanbd throughout the TEST Series was lightning and threatening and it is often said that the team who takes 20 wickets win a TEST Series.

For Sri Lanka

Sri Lanka lost the TEST Series by a margin of 1-0. In the First TEST Match and in the 4^th Day Sri Lanka’s batsman created a record by not losing a single wicket in day’s play and the batsmen which were involved were the veteran Angelo Mathews and the young batsman Kusal Mendis. Angelo Mathews scored 258 runs which included 1 century and 1 half century and he played a role of senior batsman throughout the TEST Series. Kusal Mendis scored 213 runs which included 1 century and 1 half century and his form undoubtedly bodes well for Sri Lanka. Sri Lanka’s captain Dinesh Chandimal was in poor form throughout the TEST series.

In the pace department Lahiru Kumara took 9 wickets but he didn’t got ample support from the other team mates as the experienced veteran fast bowler Suranga Lakmal took only 6 wickets in the TEST Series. Sri Lanka at least need to show some sort of fight in the overseas TEST Series as they are losing series on a consistent basis which is a wakeup call for Dinesh Chandimal and his team

For Australia

Australia lost first bilateral series against India in Australia by a margin of 2-1. Shaun Marsh was the leading run scorer of the ODI Series with 234 runs where he scored 1 century and 1 half century. Peter Handscomb provided valuable contributions as he scored 151 runs where he scored 2 half centuries. The positive for Australia in the batting department was the form of Shaun Marsh as he is now scoring runs on a consistent basis in the middle order and when Steven Smith and David Warner would be back after their bans Australia have a fabulous top 4 batting line up in the form of David Warner, Aaron Finch, Steven Smith and Shaun Marsh.

 In the bowling department of Australia Jhye Richardson the novice fast bowler was the only major positive for Australian team as he took 6 wickets; but none of the other bowlers supported him. Australian team’s selection committee’s decision to rest all their three fast main quick bowlers: Patrick Cummins, Mitchell Starc and Josh Hazlewood backfired as Australia lacked a lethal bowling attack. Australia has got them to blame as they dropped catches in the deciding 3^rd ODI match of the series due to which they lost their fortress.

For India

India registered first bilateral ODI Series victory against Australia by winning with a margin of 2-1. In this ODI Series India found the 2.0 Version of MS  Dhoni as he amassed 193 runs which included 3 half centuries and he was in sublime form and he made sure that he stayed till the end of the 50^th over and win the game for his team. Rohit Sharma the Vice Captain of Team India scored 185 runs which included 1 Century. The skipper of Team India who is often termed as the master of Run Chases scored 153 runs with 1 Century. India still hasn’t found their no.4 batsman as Ambati Rayudu failed but the way MS Dhoni batted it seems that India would try MS Dhoni at No.4 position.

In the bowling department of India Yuzwendra Chahal the leg spinner took a 6 wicket haul in the deciding 3^rd match of the ODI Series and he made a statement that he may not be a great turner of the ball but he has impeccable line and length bowling technique. India also found their 3^rd seamer in this ODI Series in the form of Mohammed Shami as he took 5 wickets. India have found the all boxes ticking up in the bowling department with the rise of Mohammed Shami  and it can be said that the Indian team is right on track with the World Cup being at the door steps away.

Goa is a state which is blatantly blessed with heartwarming environment and bucolic traditions and culture. Goa is the part of the Western and of the Southern India. Goa’s Capital is Panaji and Panaji in Portuguese language is called as Pangim and in English language it is called as Panjim.

• Miramar Beach Goa

Miramar Beach is located in Panjim. Miramar Beach and it is one of the most visited beaches in Goa. Miramar Beach is a 2-kilometer-long and length beach which has silvery sand in it.  The meaning of the word “Miramar” is viewing the sea. Miramar Beach is famous during the sunset and at the Miramar Beach there are a lot of eclectic food varieties and drinks available for the tourists. At the Miramar Beach migratory birds: “Gulls” & “Plovers” can be seen in the months from November and March. The tourists are seen delighted at Miramar Beach with the birds.

• Dona Paula

Dona Paula is a famous tourist destination which is located in Panjim. Dona Paula is a tranquil and beautiful tourist place during the monsoons.  At the Dona Paula Hindi movie’s shooting took place which were: Singham , Ek dujje ke liye and recently of Baaghi 2. Dona Paula is famous as both the Rivers Mandovi & Zuari meet and then they confluence with Arabian Sea. At Dona Paula there is a whitewashed statue sculpted in 1969 by Baroness Yrse Von Leistner and this statue depicts the figures of the Mother India and Young India.

• Mandovi River

Mandovi River is one of the primary rivers while the other river is Zuari River. Mandovi River has a length of about 77 kilometers, 29 kilometers in the Karnataka State and 52 kilometers in Goa state. Panjim and the old Goa both are situated on the left bank of the Mandovi River.

• Calangute Beach

Calangute Beach is a perfect destination for the tourists filled with souvenir, beer, prawns. At Calangute Beach there are showrooms which have a lot of handicrafts from Tibet, Kashmir, Rajasthan and even from Indonesia. Calangute Beach showcases the Goan Culture and it assures a splendid time with the loved ones.

• Dil Chahta Hai Fort

Chapora Fort is the original name of the Fort and it got the tagline of Dil Chahta Hai Fort as the shooting of Dil Chahta Hai Movie took place. Chapora Fort is the prime attraction of the tourists and also of the Goa people.  

• Aguada Fort and Aguada Lighthouse

Fort Aguada is an antique seventeenth century Portuguese Fort. Fort Aguada is located on the Aguada-Siolim Road in Sinquerim. The Aguada Lighthouse was constructed for guiding the ships into the safe harbor.  At the Aguada Lighthouse there is Aguada Jail but this Jail is being closed for public visits and The Aguada Jail is one of the largest jails in Goa.  

•   Mangueshi Temple

Mangueshi Temple is located in the Ponda Taluka (South Goa) at a place which is known as Priol. At the Mangueshi Temple there is an incarnation of the Lord Shiva which is world widely famous for all the tourists.  Mangueshi Temple is a divine place where the people come from all the parts of India to get their wish fulfilled

• Shanta Durga Temple

Shanta Durga Temple is 30 kilometers away from Panjim at the hill of Kavalem Village in Ponda Taluka. Shanta Durga Temple is a temple which is completely dedicated to the Goddess Shanta Durga who meditates between Lord Vishnu and Lord Shiva.

•  Basilica of Bom Jesus Church

Basilica of Bom Jesus Church is the part of the Churches and convents of Goa UNESCO World Heritage Site. It is one of the oldest churches in the Goa. The church is located in the Old Goa which was the capital of Goa in the early days of the Portuguese rules. This church is famous globally as people come from world to worship.

• Church of St. Francis of Assisi

Church of St. Francis of Assisi was built in the 17^th century by the Portuguese. The main entrance of the church is decorated with the circular pilasters and with the rosette band.

These 10 places are a treat to watch a tourist which embarks and shows the tradition, culture and values of the Goa State. A tourist should never ever miss to visit these locations as these places are overwhelming and jaw dropping.

In temples there are bells before we reach or bow towards our God/Goddess; these bells have been created to generate a distinctive sound which synchronizes the left and the right brain of a human being. The function of the left brain is to control the entire right side of the body; another function of the left brain is to do all the work of logic whereas the function of the right brain is to control the left side of the body; another function of the right brain is to do the work related with creativity and the arts.  The bells when ringed by a person he/she blatantly gets into the environment which is spiritual and holy and he/she forgets all the problems with the mellifluous sound of the bells. The bells when ringed by an individual he/she announces his/her arrival to the God/Goddess with the sweet and melodious sound.

The main origin of the ritual bell comes from the Sanskrit Word “Ghanta”. The sound of the ritual bell is considered to be auspicious by the Saints. Whenever a student is going for an exam or an employee is going to present a Power-Point Presentation he/she rings the bell in front of the God/Goddess and bows and asks for the help for his/her work and this bell also acts as a  catalyst and give people the boost and confidence to carry out their tasks in the entire day with full of zeal and zest. In an Aarti or Puja the Bells carry huge importance and the bells are the backbone of all the religious ceremonies like Durga Puja, Ganapati Aarti etc.

Internet:

Internet has become an inseparable part of our life. With the help of internet we can get whatsoever information we desire for. Internet is a boon for those people who have steadfast aim. There is Wikipedia-The encyclopedia through which we can get all the prospects of a specific topic, a person’s biography, history of some institutes. There are some websites which are having concise information like Google. With the help of Google we can solve any type of conundrum.

There are some vulgar websites which ruin the career of a lot of youngsters. The youth doesn’t even know that they have become addicted and they become completely hypnotized. Such websites should be discarded and the student must despise it. A strict action should be taken to sort out this issue.

Nowadays each and every individual has a smart phone with him/her. Decades of years of ago the basic requirements were food, shelter and cloth but there is a revolution the 4^th requirement is of a smart phone. Smart phones are the basic fundamentals which carry a huge importance to us. By using a smart phone we have become advanced. Within a blink of eye we get veracious information.

 There are particular applications (apps) from which we could be highly educated and also a person down to earth like Current Affairs apps, G.K., Dictionary app, various entrance examination apps, news channels etc. It is only up to us whether to go for knowledge app or not. There is Whats app also the most frequently used app by the youth and also by people. Through what’s app we can discuss on current issue which are being held and also come to which people are talented

A new version has been launched and viewed by many people which is writing a Blog. The basic funda of internet is try to make the most use of it and represent yourselves in the best way you can.

Social Media/Websites:

Social Websites are having their hegemony from decades of years the websites are: Rediff, Yahoo, Orkut. These websites help us to send various documents to people residing in every parts of country. They are also helpful for a person to apply for a job through these social websites. They are used for a presentation purpose too.

Recently social websites like whats app, facebook, twitter, Quora keep us up to date with all the affairs being held all over the globe. They are frequently used by the youth and the young generation most of the time uses it for their entertainment. These websites are used for communication and for acquiring general knowledge. Social websites are the best source for a student who has a firm determination to towards his/ her goal.

The young generation has been obsessed towards this social websites and they don’t even recognize that their precious time has been wasted. The teenagers should use this websites for discussing about a particular issue and should sort out their problems rather than chatting in a rubbish manner.

Television:

Television has become the best source to represent yourself by performing in a dance show, reality show, daily soaps, and comedy shows. People come to know about you with the help of television and also by a person/anchor who describes you in a relevant manner. On television you have 100s of channels which give you an elaborated knowledge of a particular subject in which you are in search of.

There are a lot of entertainment channels on television which keeps you engage in various activities. There are geographic channels, Discovery channels, History channels which not only give you knowledge but also history of a specific species. There are a lot of Hollywood shows or movies which improve your vocabulary and also thought process. But this television programs or movies are not followed by the youth consistently.

Television is an appropriate medium for the news channels to display news which are not known by the people. There are motivational shows which encourages us to come out from difficult situations. There are a comedy shows which makes us laugh boisterously and our tension is also being reduced without being known.

While watching television we are very concerned towards sports. Sports also teach us a lot of things like team work, leadership, and to be sangfroid sports person in daily life. Especially the young generation is addicted towards cricket and football. The kids only watch cricket but not try to gain the main extract which are the principles like discipline, sincerity, determination, dedication and an inexorable attitude which they don’t follow at all

Entertainment is a humongous medium for all the teenagers and established actresses and actors to represent themselves. The people are crazy about their favorite celebrity lifestyle and are doing anything to meet them. These celebrities have a big impact on the people because of their gesture and politeness. The youth try to copy their style in front of their parents and speak vaguely each point. Entertainment should not ruin a student’s career life which parents should be vary of.

Newspapers:

Newspapers are extant even in this globalized world. Newspapers provide you with precise knowledge and details of specific news. They are the best source to gain knowledge; because the news items and articles are written by highly experienced reporters.

Newspapers are a medium for all the fledgling reporters and photographers to express themselves and to establish their name in media. They give you all the details such as history of a previous incident, time, and place and most importantly the opinions put-forth by politicians, celebrities and of sports experts.

Newspapers also have varieties in them such as columns for international news, local news, entertainment, business news, sports. They are also used by the company to tell people that they are in need of an employment.

Newspapers have been the backbone for people to easily acquire any information without any electronic gadget.

Movies are a  humongous medium for all the directors, producers and actors, actresses to convey their message to the public in this global modern generation. Movies are the work of creative imagination which is out of this practical world which should be taken into notice by this generation and these movies should only be watched for entertainment only;  before a movie is started there is disclaimer which expresses the film’s main objective: “The characters and incidents portrayed in this movie is a work of fiction and it does not resembles to any person or community and even when found same scenario should be considered as a co-incidence” this disclaimer is completely ignored by the audience and they believe the fantasy shown in the movie is real in this world and they put themselves in the place of the character in the film and do any sort of absurd thing in their daily life which is dangerous for their life and family.

The most common type of the films which are coming in this modern generation : ‘Romantic Movies and a  True Based story Movie’ these sort of movies should be ostracized from the censor board and the reason behind this is : These Movies are not factual and they have altered some important facts which is the main reason & these movies lead to the havoc in a person’s life where he/she doesn’t know when the movie enticed themselves to ruin their life with their own hands. These movies are viewed by the youth most of the times and they think that they are playing the role of hero or actress in this world and the hero or heroine who is shown in the movie is fake hero, heroine or a fantasy based hero. In a real world youngsters try to replicate the scenes in the real world and make a fool out of themselves. If such drama continues in film industry, the youth is on the verge of macabre. These movies have radically the thinking process of youth where they have been completely proselytize or hypnotized by the movie and they have created an unstoppable type of obsession towards the movies.