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• 7 F1 Drivers Who Died On The Track
• 6 Indian Cities To Settle In After Retirement
• 10 Exercises To Boost Your Sex Stamina
• 8 Iconic Characters In The History Of Indian TV Shows
• 6 Sources Of Air Pollution Present In Your House
• 8 Must-Read Books Written By Indian Celebrities

7 F1 Drivers Who Died On The Track Posted: 07 Nov 2013 09:21 AM PST Formula 1 is the pinnacle of car racing and automotive technology. It is a matter of great honor for both drivers and constructors to win a Formula one race or championship. But with high speed entertainment come high level of risks. Many people have died at formula one events, especially in the early days of F1. Over the years the safety of drivers has improved and crashes are not as fatal as they used to be. Let’s look at some unfortunate F1 drivers who lost their lives on the track. 7. Roger Williamson In 1973 in Netherlands during the Dutch Grand Prix, British rider for the STP March Racing Team, Roger Williamson suffered a puncture which flipped his car over. The car caught fire and due to a lack of training the marshals didn’t know how to extinguish the fire. Fellow British racer David Purley, stopped his own car and tried to singlehandedly save his friend. But the fire was too hot and the extinguishers couldn’t put it out. Williamson died of asphyxiation. The sad thing about this incident was that if certain things had been done better, he probably would have been saved. 6. Ronnie Peterson Ronnie Peterson was the last Swedish racer to come close to winning the championship. In 1978 he could have won the championship if he hadn’t met his tragic death. In the Italian Grand Prix that year, there was a ten man crash right in the beginning because the race started before the cars had reached their respective positions at the grid. He was rescued from the fire by fellow drivers but he died in the hospital later that night due to a fat embolism caused by the bone marrow that leaked into his blood stream from his fractured bones. 5. Gilles Villeneuve Gilles Villeneuve was a famous French Canadian F1 driver but he never won the championship. In 1997 his son won the F1 championship which was an honor to his father’s name who died in 1982 during the qualifying session of the Belgian Grand Prix. Gilles touched the tires of Jochen Mass and his car went flying into the safety barrier. He was thrown out of the car and hit the barrier and later died due to a broken neck that he sustained on hitting the wire mesh barrier. 4. Tom Pryce Tom Pryce was a Welsh F1 driver who died in a fatal crash in South Africa in 1977. The crash’s video is one of the most horrific videos ever seen. What happened was that Renzo Zorzi’s car had stalled off the track on the main straight and two marshals ran across the straight with fire extinguishers to prevent his car from catching fire. But Pryce was blinded by the car in front of him and he hit 19 year old Jansen Van Vuuren at 170 mph. Van Vuuren flew many feet away and was so badly disfigured that his body could only be identified when all the marshals were gathered to see who was missing. Pryce also died when the extinguisher hit his head and almost decapitated him. 3. Wolfgang von Trips Wolfgang von Trips was on his way to become the first German F1 champion in 1961 when he died in one of the worst crashes in F1 history. This was the time before wings were introduced to keep the cars sticking to the road so when his car hit the back of Jim Clark’s car, he went flying into the audience and came back on to the track. He died in the crash along with 15 spectators. This is one of the worst F1 crashes in history. 2. Roland Ratzenberger Roland Ratzenberger was part of the worst weekend in F1 history also known as the Black weekend. On Friday, during practice Ruben Barrichello suffered a severe accident but luckily survived. Ayrton Senna died in the race on Sunday. And in the qualifying session on Saturday, the Austrian, Roland Ratzenberger crashed into a wall at 190 mph when his front wing broke and he couldn’t steer. His wing had broken in the previous lap but he decided to continue to get a good qualifying time in. He died due to a skull fracture caused by the whiplash of stopping so suddenly. 1. Ayrton Senna During the San Marino Grand Prix in 1994, which was known as the Black weekend, Ayrton Senna died just 24 hours after the death of Roland Ratzenberger during qualifying. The Brazilian also crashed into a wall at 135 mph when he couldn’t negotiate a corner. He died of head injuries just like Roland. They found an Austrian flag in the car that Senna was carrying to raise after his win in honor of Roland. These two deaths on the same weekend caused a major overhaul of safety regulations of F1 and since then there have been no driver fatalities in F1. The post 7 F1 Drivers Who Died On The Track appeared first on TopYaps.

6 Indian Cities To Settle In After Retirement Posted: 07 Nov 2013 09:00 AM PST All of us want to make life after retirement secured and relaxed. In India, most retirees can't think of moving away from their fatherland and wish to live close to their family and children for the rest of their lives. But, whether that's the case or not, what's important is that each one of us keeps aside provisions for our retirement. And, if Budget permits, one can also settle in a new place that has always been fascinating. Most people prefer a place with a flexible weather, easy availability of quality healthcare facilities and immediacy to all basic amenities. Though the selection of desirable cities for retirement will depend upon the personal taste of the retiring individuals, there are some beautiful cities in India that make perfect setting for settlement after retirement. Mentioned below are top 6 Indian cities to settle in after retirement: 6. Dehradun: The center of some top educational institutions, Dehradun is a beautiful city located between the Ganges and the Yamuna, the two most sacred rivers in India. The city lies on the base of the great Himalayan ranges, offering good healthcare facilities and connectivity to all the top hill stations in Uttarakhand. It is because of its fascinating landscape, moderate climate and affordable costs of living that Dehradun has emerges as a popular retirement destination. 5. Pune: With a total population of more than 4 million, Pune is one of the largest cities in the state of Maharashtra. Several leading software and IT institutions and companies are based here. The population is diverse and its nearness to Mumbai is one of the various reasons for it being a highly chosen retirement destination in India. In fact, the place has already been known as one of the best and oldest retirement destinations around the country. Also, the living costs in the city are lower as compared to Mumbai and other metropolitan cities. And now, Pune offers retirees everything from ideal civic amenities and good healthcare facilities to affordable residential accommodations! 4. Coimbatore: Coimbatore is a beautiful city in Tamil Nadu, one of the southern states of India. The place has been an attraction for retires from all over India in past couple of years. This city is in the middle of fascinating mountain ranges including the Nilgiris, and its proximity to Ooty, the world-famous hill station makes it a greatly occupied after-retirement spots. For the past so many years, Coimbatore has been a popular destination for retired defence personnel from across the country. Apart from its scenic geography and naturally tranquil environment, Coimbatore now offers good medical and hospitality services. 3. Bangalore: Bangalore, India's IT capital, is a place where you find everybody around busy working most of the times. It's a city where people are willfully getting into frantic work schedules and cut-throat competition, trying their best to outdo others! Keeping work environment and competition aside, Bangalore helps retirees find lasting peace of mind and this is why most of them prefer to settle down here after retirement. Here they have best hospitals, finest roads and quick connectivity to most other metro cities. After all, the city is home to India's top software companies and offers way more than what one requires to just survive. 2. Chandigarh: Different from most urban locations in India, Chandigarh is one of the best places for the retirees to settle in. The place holds the reputation of being the first ever planned city of India. Chandigarh is capital of Punjab and Haryana, the two giant northern states, and has proximity to Himachal Pradesh, the state of beautiful hill stations having the best weather conditions. It has everything from finely designed roads, pedestrian plazas and streets to good sources of entertainment. Chandigarh offers best healthcare facilities and is well-connected to all major cities of the country. 1. Goa: Widely recognized for its cosmopolitan culture and fine climate, Goa is a highly preferred retirement destination for Indians as well as foreigners. Goa, the Portuguese colony earlier, is world famous for its beaches and is visited by countless domestic and international tourists every year. This is mainly because of its versatile climate and ideal location that the city is increasingly becoming home to retired Indians, NRIs and Europeans alike. The post 6 Indian Cities To Settle In After Retirement appeared first on TopYaps.

10 Exercises To Boost Your Sex Stamina Posted: 07 Nov 2013 08:52 AM PST Sex is great fun but it is also a physically demanding task. Like it or not, if you are not physically fit you might not be able to enjoy sex fully. If there was ever a reason to get fit, then this is it. If you become super athletic, you’ll be able to pull off some mind blowing moves that you can’t even imagine right now. There are certain types of exercises that you need to do in order to improve your sexual performance. Here are the top 10 exercises that will give your sex stamina a huge boost. 10. Pumping Iron: Pumping iron is not limited to body builders and freaks who are addicted to steroids. Both men and women can benefit a lot by lifting weights. You won’t build muscles if you are not trying to. Lifting weights strengthens the bones, tones the muscles and improves overall strength. It also leads to an increase in testosterone levels which is good for performing sexually. 9. Stretching: Another important factor for a good sex life is flexibility. If you are not flexible you can’t do any special poses. Stretching is a good way to improve flexibility. Stretching should be a part of your warm up and cool down routine before and after daily exercise but if you are very inflexible you might want to focus more on stretching. 8. Squats and Lunges: Leg strength is important for many of the sexual poses. To build leg strength you need to do exercises such as squats and forward lunges. These exercises will build your leg strength and you’ll be able to perform better during sex. Leg strength is really a very important part of overall fitness. 7. Yoga: Another way to improve flexibility is to do yoga. Yoga will also help you calm and relax and cure any ailments that you might have. With a relaxed and flexible body you’ll be able to perform much better during sex. Yoga is a good way to relieve the stress that you accumulate everyday. 6. Cardio: To build stamina you need to do cardiovascular exercises. You can run, cycle, swim, speed walk etc. Many outdoor sports are also good cardio exercises. These exercises will build up your stamina and also strengthen the whole body. It will get your heart racing and clear out the arteries. It will also improve the efficiency of your lungs. 5. Push Ups: In some poses during sex you need considerable upper body strength to go for a long time. Push ups are one good exercise to build upper body strength. They work your arms, chest, shoulders, back and even your abdomen and lower back. As you’ll find yourself in the push up position during sex consider it a way to practice for that position. 4. Sit Ups: One of the most important parts of our body is the core. The abdomen and lower back is used in almost every physical movement. If you strengthen your core you’ll be able to increase strength and stamina of your whole body to a new level. To improve the core do sit ups and other similar exercises. 3. Kegel Exercises: Kegel exercises became famous for being sex exercises. The kegel exercises strengthen the PC muscle which comes in handy during sex. Women especially find a lot of benefit by doing these exercises but men too can reap good benefits by strengthening their PC muscles. These exercises will improve your sexual functions directly. 2. HIIT Sprints: One great way to increase stamina is to do HIIT sprints. In this exercise you do very short bursts of high intensity cardio exercises and then slow down for a while before doing more bursts. You can run at an even pace and then sprint for about 30 seconds and then slow down again. You can do this with any cardio exercise. This builds stamina faster than simple cardio exercises. 1. Pelvic Lifts: Pelvic lifts are great for sexual performance as you’ll find it useful during the woman on top sexual position. To do this exercise you need to lie on the floor with your knees bent and your feet flat on the floor. Raise your pelvis and hold for a few seconds. It improves lower back and abdomen strength and helps in improving sexual performance. The post 10 Exercises To Boost Your Sex Stamina appeared first on TopYaps.

8 Iconic Characters In The History Of Indian TV Shows Posted: 07 Nov 2013 02:20 AM PST With the launch of Hum Log on 7th July, 1984, the saga of Indians with their regular soap operas began. When the director could have got away with anything as there was no competition back then, P. Kumar Vasudev came up with a wonderful drama that captivated the hearts of middle class Indians, as the story was about their daily struggles, their hopes and their ambitions. Since then, many characters have become a household name among the TV viewers. Comedians like Mungeri Lal, Wagle and many others have entertained families having them laughing hysterically with their antics. From the bold, the beautiful, super heroes to fumbling simpletons, there have been various characters that have climbed popularity charts. Here is the list of 8 such popular characters in the history of Indian TV shows. 8. Kalyani Singh (Udaan): Kalyani went on with her task of serving the public as every police officer should, while at the same time she was becoming a role model for aspiring young women. The first Indian television show on woman empowerment, the story is said to be inspired by the actor/director Kavita Choudhary's elder sister. Kavita Choudhary's direction and performance was applauded by viewers and she went on to become a name people trusted. 7. Lalloo (Hum Log): Though Hum Log had many characters portrayed by powerful performances, it was Lalit Prasad aka Lalloo- the unemployed, eldest son of the family who unsuccessfully searches for job who became very popular among audiences. Rajesh Puri shined as a fumbling jobless simpleton and walked away as a most popular character of the serial, even as Badki, Majli, Basesar, Bhagwanti, Nanhe, Chutki and others vied for the honor. 6. Swami or W.S. Swaminathan (Malgudi Days): Master Manjunath touched the hearts of TV viewers and became very popular within a short period of his presence on the small screen as Swami, a character created by none other than the famous R. K. Narayan.  Swami roams around Malgudi along with his friends; since he despises school, leading to situations that had the viewers entertained to the fullest. Directed by Kannada actor and director Shankar Nag the series starred many stars from Kannada film industry.  5. ACP Pradyuman (C.I.D.): Shivaji Satnam gained popularity as the stern faced and super intelligent ACP Pradyuman in the serial C.I.D.  His dialogues have been very popular and shared on social media very often. The popularity of ACP Pradyuman is shared almost equally by another endearing character by his associate Daya in the crime detective series that airs on Sony Entertainment Television. Launched in 1998 the series is very popular and still going strong. 4. Tulsi Virani (Kyunki Saas Bhi  Kabhi Bahu Thi): Smriti Zubin Irani was appreciated, recognized and loved for her role of Tulsi in the serial that ran for nearly 9 years, consisting 1833 episodes on star plus. She is the only actress to win 5 consecutive Indian Telivision Academy Awards so far. She lent a convincing and compelling presence on screen as an ideal daughter-in-law of Virani household. 3. Master Haveli Ram (Buniyaad): Even though Alok Nath has acted in many Bollywood films, he is still lovingly remembered as Master Haveli Ram or Masterji – an amiable and warm hearted man who faces the throes of partition. His love story with Lajjoji, his significant other half was wonderfully captured by Ramesh Sippy. The story spans from 27 – 80 years in the life of the leading character. 2. Budhai Ram (Neem Ka Ped): The genius Pankaj Kapur is, he had no difficulty in marvelously bringing to life the character of Budhai Ram which was created by famous writer Dr.Rahi Masoom Raza. Budhai Ram is a bonded laborer living with a Muslim Zamindar, towards whom he is very obedient and honest. He dreams of educating his only son. The story follows the character from pre-independence days, to post independent times in India. 1. Shaktimaan (Shaktimaan): Shaktimaan paved way for Indian superheroes. Mukesh Khanna carried the whole series comfortably on his broad and strong shoulders with ease. Extremely popular with children, Shaktimaan soon captured the attention of all generations of audiences. Mukesh Khanna came to be known as Amitabh Bacchan of small screen and went on to portray various roles on both the big and small screen after his popularity of Shaktimaan. The post 8 Iconic Characters In The History Of Indian TV Shows appeared first on TopYaps.

6 Sources Of Air Pollution Present In Your House Posted: 07 Nov 2013 01:42 AM PST It's a fact that most of us seek pollution only outside the doors of our homes, but surprisingly and without our knowledge there are a number of products we use in the house everyday, which are sources of air pollution. Chemicals, smoke, carbon monoxide and many other products that can cause headaches, flu-symptoms and other health problems are present throughout the house. For instance your cleaning products, varnishes and paints release organic chemicals on application and so on. There are many other potential sources of air pollution in the house, and here's a list of the 6 most common sources present in your house: 6. Air Purifiers: Companies selling air purifiers have always advocated the goodness of the presence of ozone. According to them, it is ozone that helps kill the bacteria and mold and thus purifying the air you breathe. But, if you ask health officials, ozone is a harmful air pollutant. It is the chief component of smog that can scar your lung tissues, cause coughing fits and also trigger asthma. Inhaling too much of ozone can also cause other permanent damage which may shorten your life. 5. Paint: So many of us enjoy the smell of paint in our homes, but remember inhaling it can lead to a number of health problems, especially if you inhale lead paint.  Although banned in many parts of the world, old homes with lead paint peeling off the walls can easily stick on the hands of children and get transferred to their mouth and stomach. New paint may not contain lead traces, but it does release volatile organic compounds that may affect the air you breathe, especially over a long period of time. The best way to avoid this problem is to look for low VOC or No-VOC paint. 4. Carpets: One obvious reason for carpets to feature in this list is that carpets are storehouses of dirt, dust, pet dander and also bacteria and fungus which can be harmful for the health of house inmates. Other than this, a less obvious but more dangerous impact carpets have on homes is the presence of formaldehyde. It's a chemical used in the manufacture carpets that can off gas and fill and entire room. The harmful effects of formaldehyde include irritation in the nose and the throat. It can also trigger asthma; lead to lung damage and more dangerously cause cancer. 3. Cleaning Products: With lesser time to clean homes, all of us are now using easy cleaning products including spray bottles and sponges that break up dirt from surfaces to keep them looking like new. But, these very cleaners release unhealthy compounds in the air. One thing which the most important to keep in mind is – never mix a chlorine based cleanser with ammonia or vinegar. Mixing these two compounds can result in the formation of chlorine gas, which if inhaled can also lead to death. Cleaners can also contain other toxic solvents, pesticides and other nasty chemicals. Instead of using these market products, the better way out is to use a mix of vinegar and baking soda that will work as effectively. 2. Cabinets and Furniture: The problem with cabinets and furniture, especially wooden furniture is the same as with carpets. The manufacturing of cabinets and furniture also involves the use of Formaldehyde. It is present in anything made from pressed wood, which includes your countertops, shelves, and other items in the house. The wooden layers are glued together using formaldehyde and over time it starts releasing gases in the air that can prove harmful for the health of the inmates, especially small children, elderly and people with a sensitive immune system. The best way to avoid them is to not buy any pressed wood furniture or cabinets for the house. Instead there are so many attractive environmentally friendly options today; you won't even miss the look and feel of wood anymore. 1. The Kitchen Stove: Just like ventilating the bathroom is essential to net let any mold and mildew accumulate over the walls and ceiling of the bathroom, it is also essential to keep the kitchen well ventilated. The simple act of cooking food on a gas stove is actually enough to pollute the air can introduce unsafe levels of nitrogen dioxide in it. The presence of nitrogen dioxide can trigger asthma and in the long run introduce other respiratory problems. In addition to this, the accumulation of the steam over the walls and ceilings of the kitchen can promote the growth of mold and mildew, which is harmful for the health of the inmates. All this in no way means you stop eating at home, it only means that you should install a proper chimney, exhausting fan and also have other provisions for keeping the kitchen properly ventilated. The post 6 Sources Of Air Pollution Present In Your House appeared first on TopYaps.

8 Must-Read Books Written By Indian Celebrities Posted: 06 Nov 2013 11:45 PM PST Apart from mainstream Indian writers who have won accolades globally, once in awhile Indian celebrities come up with books that catch our attention. Many famous celebrities whom we idolize and admire have often been through their own struggles in life, which at times can not only shock but inspire many of their fans. Often celebrities share their life stories, struggles and their final success through speeches, interviews and books. Here is a list of 8 must-read books written by Indian celebrities which should not be missed by book lovers. 8. The Race of My Life: Athlete Milkha Singh’s Autobiography: Authored By: Milkha Singh, Sonia Sanwalka Rupa publications brought the autobiography of Milkha Singh in August 2013. The book is the inspiring story of the greatest athlete India has seen, who missed an Olympic medal by a difference of just 0.1 second, a feat which still remains to be equaled by any other Indian athlete. Popularly called 'The Flying Sikh', Milkha Singh's story beats every fairy tale we have read. He was an orphan who first ran for a glass of milk and then rose to fame as genius and natural runner who is fondly remembered by every sport loving Indian. 7. Sunny Days: Authored By: Sunil Gavaskar Sunny Days is a fluently written fascinating book about the life and career of India's greatest Test Batsman, who set innumerable records on cricket field. Like his flawless batting, his book is written with the same grace which lets the readers into the world of the Little Master. It covers up his life story, beginning with the enthralling incident when he was switched after birth, his growing up days, his career which began to take shape from school and finally his Cricket Test debut. Known for his subtle sense of humor, Gavaskar has come up with the best book ever written by a cricketer. 6. Quiver (Tarkash in Hindi): Authored By: Javed Akhtar Javed Akthar, the mesmerizing lyricist, poet and scriptwriter of Bollywood has come up with the Quiver full of arrows that will pierce your heart.  Along with poetry and ghazals, Javed Akthar shares his experiences, struggle in life, misery, joys and accomplishments, in his own unique colloquial style. His small autobiography is an inspiration to many upcoming or struggling artists.  The emotional intensity of the book will have the readers quivering as they surf through the pages. 5. Romancing With Life: Authored By: Dev Anand Finally in 2011 the evergreen star Dev Anand came up with his autobiography which takes readers through his life story spanning over six decades. Like his own personality, the book itself is written with his characteristic abandonment, without making much hue and cry about his failures, instead focusing on his achievements with pride. Dev Anand talks about his heroines, his fascination with some stars like Zeenat Aman, as he portrays himself as an eternal romantic who never gave up his quest for love and romance. The book is worth reading as it gives us a peek into an enigma called Dev Anand. 4. The Test of My Life from Cricket to Cancer and Back: Authored By: Yuvaraj Singh, Sharda Ugra & Nishant Jeet Arora Called 'Pure Inspiration' by none other than Sachin Tendulkar, the book 'The Test of My Life from Cricket to Cancer and Back' is a touching experience of star cricketer Yuvraj Singh's battle with rare type cancer. Being a highly active sportsperson, the diagnosis of cancer came as a shock to Yuvraj Singh. In the book he recollects his traumatic experience, his struggle to accept the fact that he has cancer and finally his rise from the ashes like a phoenix. 3. Show Business: Authored By: Shashi Tharoor Shashi Tharoor, the Indian Minister of State for Human Resource Development and Member of Parliament (MP) from the Thiruvananthapuram of Kerala, has come up with a fictional work which is  a Parody, Satirical, Postmodern novel with elements of Roman à clef; all blended together in proper proportions. The lead character Ashok Banjara has strong resemblance to superstar Amitabh Bacchan of Bollywood. The intricate narrative structure in the inimitable style of Shashi Tharoor catches reader's attention. 2. I Dare: Authored By: Kiran Bedi, Parmesh Dangwal The biography of Kiran Bedi has been hailed as 'Biography of the Decade' by India Today. Kiran Bedi herself has come a long way since her biography was published in 1995 and at present is on deputation with the United Nations as a 'Civilian Police Adviser'. The book which was translated into 6 languages, reveals the struggles Kiran Bedi faced in her career and personal life and the bravery with which she overcame each hurdle in her own indomitable style. She was a brave Indian Police officer who fought corruption head on and shattered every attempt of her foes to sabotage her plans. Amazingly she still stands strong and continues to fight for justice. 1. Indomitable Spirit: Authored By: A. P.J. Abdul Kalam Former president of India and renowned scientist A.P.J. Abdul Kalam is the man who left an indelible mark on the post of presidency in India. He is the winner of the Padma Bhushan in 1981, Padma Vibhushan in 1991 and Bharat Ratna in 1997. The book attempts to present the ideological thoughts and true persona of the great man in a simple form. The book includes his lectures on innovation and creativity, leadership of the nation, importance of science, spirituality, women empowerment, enlightenment of citizens and many other topics close to the heart of Kalam. The book along with his other books 'Wings of Fire' and 'India 2020: A Vision for the New Millennium' is a must read for all generations of Indians. The post 8 Must-Read Books Written By Indian Celebrities appeared first on TopYaps.

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