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India.com
4 days ago
- Politics
- India.com
97, 94, 90...IAS Smita Sabharwal's class 12th marksheet goes viral, she obtained highest marks in…; lowest in…
Senior Indian Administrative Service (IAS) officer Smita Sabharwal is one of the most popular civil servants in India. Recently, she was transferred from her post for reposting an AI-generated Ghibli image on social media regarding the cutting of trees on a 400-acre land near Hyderabad Central University. IAS officer Smita Sabharwal is widely known as the 'people's officer.' Sabharwal was serving as Special Chief Secretary, Youth Advancement, Tourism & Culture (YAT&C) and Director, Archaeology when she was transferred and posted as Member Secretary, Telangana Finance Commission, a post she was holding before her transfer to YAT&C in November 2024. Born on June 19, 1977, in Darjeeling, West Bengal, Smita Sabharwal is the daughter of Army officer Colonel Pranab Das and Purabi Das. She made history by clearing the UPSC examination, becoming one of the youngest female IAS officers in India at just 23. While her educational qualification, Smita finished her schooling at St. Ann's High School in Secunderabad, Telangana. She has been serving as an inspirational figure for the youth and students. Recently, she shared her Class 12th marksheet. Want to know how much she scored? Read the story below. As per her CISCE Class 12th (ISC) marksheet, Smita Sabharwal obtained 94 out of 100 in both English and Hindi. Additionally, she scored 90 out of 100 in Economics in her CISCE Indian School Certificate Examination of 1995. She obtained 86 marks out of 100 in the Structure of Commerce subject. Furthermore, she got 97 out of 100 in Principles of Accounts. She was awarded an 'A' grade. Sabharwal cleared the UPSC exam in 2000, securing an impressive All India Rank (AIR) of 4.
SoraNews24
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- SoraNews24
Elegant ghostly Ghibli curtain captures the ungraspable form of No Face【Photos】
Clever design trick brings the Spirited Away star's otherworldly appearance into your real-world home. Spirited Away's No Face is one of the easiest characters to see through in any anime from Studio Ghibli. That might seem like an inaccurate description of a deeply complex figure who ends up as someone unimaginably different by the end of his character arc, but I'm not saying that No Face is thematically transparent, but that he's visually translucent. ▼ What's going on inside No Face is often obscured, but the stuff on the other side of him? Not all that hidden. This unique aspect of No Face's appearance can be hard to capture in plushies and figures, but the designers for Ghibli specialty shop Donguri Kyowakoku have come up with a clever way to preserve this ethereal aesthetic with a new No Face noren, a traditional Japanese doorway curtain. The curtain actually has a two-layer construction, and is made of a lacey material that allows a measure of light to pass through. That means that when the layers of fabric overlap, they still block enough light to function as curtains, but since No Face's features are only present on the front cloth, his silhouette appears indistinct and vaguely defined, just as it would to Chihiro and the other characters within the anime. The complete curtain measures 82 centimeters (32.3 inches) across and 90 centimeters in length. In classical Japanese interior design, noren can be used for both exterior and interior doorways, but Donguri Kyowakoku realizes that some fans might prefer to use this as a poster/wall scroll instead. Because of that, the noren comes with only a tiny cleft at its bottom, leaving it up to you as to how long a cut, if any, you want to make. The No Face Rainy Night Double-layer Noren is priced at 5,280 yen (US$36) and can be ordered through the Donguri Kyowakoku online store here. Source: Donguri Kyowakoku Top image: Donguri Kyowakoku Insert images: Studio Ghibli, Donguri Kyowakoku ● Want to hear about SoraNews24's latest articles as soon as they're published? Follow us on Facebook and Twitter!
Hype Malaysia
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- Hype Malaysia
Longines, Fenty Beauty, UNIQLO & More: New Fashion & Beauty Must-Haves To Keep You Snatched & Radiant!
New launches just dropped and they are worth the hype. From bold beauty collabs to cool fashion finds and skincare staples, these fresh picks deserve a spot in your routine. Let's dive into what's new and trending. Fenty Beauty Rihanna is officially taking us to Smurf Village with the launch of the limited-edition Smurf Crew Collection, created in celebration of her upcoming role as Smurfette. This playful collaboration between Fenty Beauty, Fenty Skin, and Fenty Hair delivers everything from shimmering lip glosses and velvety liquid lipsticks to a daisy-shaped shimmer puff and Smurfberry-scented body cream. With vibrant hues, collector-worthy packaging, and fun add-ons like mushroom hair clips and disco ball keychain, the collection captures the sweet and bold spirit of Smurfette while staying true to Fenty's feel-good beauty philosophy. The Smurf Crew Collection is now available for a limited time only at Sephora, featuring lip gloss, liquid lipstick, shimmer puff, body cream and more in fun Smurfette-inspired packaging. UNIQLO UNIQLO returns with its third Studio Ghibli UT collection, My Dear, bringing the charm of beloved animations to life through wearable art. Launching as part of a long-running collaboration that began in 2022, this latest drop features 14 unique designs inspired by iconic Ghibli films and illustrations by Thai artist Kanyada Phatan and Studio Ghibli producer Toshio Suzuki. Whether you are drawn to the quiet magic of My Neighbor Totoro or the mystery of Spirited Away, the collection captures Ghibli's emotional storytelling in styles you can wear all season long. The My Dear UT Collection is available now at all UNIQLO stores in Malaysia and online, with prices starting from RM39.90 for kids and RM59.90 to RM129.90 for men's T-shirts and sweatshirts. Supergoop! Supergoop! just dropped two new glow-boosting SPF essentials. The Glowscreen Drops Mineral SPF 40 is a lightweight tinted sunscreen that hydrates, brightens and gives skin a soft, natural glow with ingredients like blue pea flower and strawberry oil. It suits all skin types and comes in two shades. For on-the-go radiance, try the Glowscreen Sunlighter Stick SPF 45. This tinted stick adds a sun-kissed finish while moisturising the skin with hyaluronic and turmeric. It is perfect for quick touch-ups or SPF reapplication anytime. The Glowscreen Drops Mineral SPF 40 and Glowscreen Sunlighter Stick SPF 45 are now available in two shades each at Sephora for a limited time only. PUMA A$AP Rocky teams up with PUMA once again to deliver his most expansive collection yet, packed with streetwear attitude and motorsport flair. The lineup includes reimagined sneaker icons like the Mostro Gabbia and Inhale Reflective, alongside bold pieces like cropped baby tees, dark denim shorts, and a statement-making toolbox bag. Reflective detailing and playful graphics bring Rocky's creative vision to life, fusing speed, style, and personality in every item. The A$AP Rocky x PUMA collection is available now with prices ranging from RM249 to RM1,119 at PUMA stores, online and selected PUMA retailers. Paula's Choice If your skincare routine feels overwhelming, this cult favourite might just be the only step you need. The Paula's Choice 2 percent BHA Liquid Exfoliant is a gentle leave-on treatment that unclogs pores, smooths rough texture, and reveals your skin's natural glow. Unlike gritty scrubs or harsh tools, it uses salicylic acid to sweep away dead skin cells and reduce breakouts, all without causing redness or irritation. Whether you are new to skincare or looking to upgrade your glow game, this single product delivers visible results fast. Paula's Choice 2 percent BHA Liquid Exfoliant (118ml) is priced at RM189 and available now at Paula's Choice. Get 10 percent off sitewide and gifts with any purchase of the 2 percent BHA until 27th July 2025, while stocks last. Longines The Longines Spirit Zulu Time 1925 is more than a timepiece. It is a celebration of 100 years of horological innovation and global connection. Inspired by the original 1925 dual time zone wristwatch, this anniversary edition features a 39 mm stainless steel case, a rotating bezel with a rose gold cap insert, and a sleek matt black dial with luminous rose-gold accents. Powered by the COCS-certified calibre L844.4, it offers precision, durability and the ability to track up to three time zones – perfect for the modern traveller who lives between cities and time zones. The Longines Spirit Zulu Time 1925 is available now with a stainless steel bracelet or black NATO strap at Longines boutiques and authorised retailers worldwide.
SoraNews24
7 days ago
- Entertainment
- SoraNews24
Studio Ghibli specialty shop in Tokyo Station announces indefinite closure, for kindhearted reason
Every other store in Tokyo Character Street is open, but Donguri Kyowakoku says it's not time to shop. Earlier this month the Tokyo Skytree branch of Studio Ghibli specialty shop Donguri Kyowakoku held its grand reopening, welcoming guests to its enchanting forest-style interior. However, just a few weeks after gaining a place to find cool Ghibli stuff, fans are now losing one, though it's hard to imagine anyone getting too steamed over the logic behind the shutdown, which is itself an attempt to deal with some sweltering conditions. First Avenue Tokyo Station, or Tokyo Station Ichibangai as it's called in Japanese, is a shopping center attached to Tokyo Station. The most popular part of the complex is Tokyo Character Street, a section of specialty shop after specialty shop filled with merch for some of Japan's most popular characters from anime, manga, video games, and the sphere of adorable mascot characters, and one of those shops is Donguri Kyowakoku's, officially listed as its 'Tokyo Station branch.' First Avenue Tokyo Station's proximity to one of Japan's busiest rail hubs for both short and long-distance train and subway rides, plus being located outside the ticket gates so you don't even need a ticket to shop there, make Tokyo Character Street an extremely popular place to pick up souvenirs and presents. However, First Avenue Tokyo Station is an underground shopping center, which means there are no naturally cool breezes coming into its stores. As a matter of fact, cool breezes are in short supply right now in general in Japan, as the whole country, Tokyo included, is grappling with an intense heat wave, and things have gotten so hot that the Donguri Kyowakoku branch has announced it will be temporarily closing, for an undetermined amount of time, out of concern for the wellbeing of its workers and customers. 【東京駅店 臨時休業のお知らせ】日頃よりジブリがいっぱい どんぐり共和国をご利用頂きありがとうございます。この度どんぐり共和国 東京駅店は、誠に勝手ながら7月26日(土)より当面の間、臨時休業いたします。 下記詳細をご確認くださいませ。 — ジブリがいっぱい どんぐり共和国【公式】 (@ghibli_dongurep) July 23, 2025 The announcement was made through the Donguri Kyowakoku Twitter account and on the website of managing company Benelic. The statement says: 'Over this series of consecutive extremely hot days, it has become difficult to regulate the temperature in the facility, and we do not feel able to adequately provide the atmosphere of a place of comfort, warmth, and unfading smiles that our customers value.' First Avenue Tokyo Station is air-conditioned, but as a series of long, wide tunnels with hundreds of people moving through them at any given time, keeping the place cool isn't always easy, especially since Tokyo Character Street's shops have open storefronts when their shutters are open during business hours. Neither Donguri Kyowakoku nor First Avenue Tokyo Station have mentioned the facility's air conditioning system being outright broken, and there's been no order from the health department or other governmental authorities to suspend business operations within the center. Of the roughly 30 shops in Tokyo Character Street, Donguri Kyowakoku is the only one to have said they'll be shutting down indefinitely in response to the heat, so this really does seem to be a judgement call the store has made to protect it employees and would-be shoppers from the risk of dehydration, heat exhaustion, and other high-temperature maladies. It's an especially conscientious move considering that Japanese schools are currently on summer vacation, and it's also the high season for inbound foreign tourists as well, so Donguri Kyowakoku is leaving a lot of potential sales revenue on the table, but still feels that shutting down for the time being is the right choice. ▼ Calcifer was unavailable for comment regarding his possible culpability in the affair. The announcement apologizes to fans for the inconvenience, and directs them to the Donguri Kyowakoku branches elsewhere in Tokyo at the Skytree, Sunshine City shopping center in the Ikebukuro neighborhood, and the Diver City complex in Odaiba. Source: Benelic via Maido News via Yahoo! Japan News Top image: Studio Ghibli Insert image: Studio Ghibli ● Want to hear about SoraNews24's latest articles as soon as they're published? Follow us on Facebook and Twitter!
Hans India
23-07-2025
- Automotive
- Hans India
The Factory-Trained Expert Who Earned His Reputation as Sydney's Best Aston Martin Mechanic
Luigi Pacelli's weathered hands move with surgical precision across the engine bay of a pristine Aston Martin DB9, his fingertips reading the mechanical symphony like a maestro conducting an orchestra. The Aston Martin workshop at European Galleria in Artarmon hums with the quiet intensity of craftsmanship, where three decades of factory training meet the exacting demands of Sydney's most discerning supercar owners. Here, beneath fluorescent lights that illuminate every bolt and bearing, Pacelli has built something rare in Australia's automotive landscape: a reputation that transcends the usual boundaries between independent workshops and authorised dealerships. The numbers tell a compelling story of excellence. European Galleria maintains a 5 rating from 54 verified reviews on Google, a testament to the precision that defines Pacelli's work. Since establishing his independent practice in 2012, he has serviced an impressive roster of European marques, including Ferrari, Maserati, Lamborghini, Aston Martin, Porsche, McLaren, and Bentley. His workshop operates with factory diagnostic computers and OEM software, delivering what industry insiders describe as "dealership quality without dealership pricing." He is widely considered Sydney's best Aston Martin mechanic, for those looking for expertise without the OEM price tag. The Making of a Master Technician Pacelli's journey began with 20 years of factory roles at Ferrari and Maserati facilities, including direct training at Ferrari's legendary headquarters, where the company's formula and GT cars are designed and constructed. This factory pedigree distinguishes him from countless mechanics who learned their trade through trial and error. Customer testimonials consistently highlight this difference. One satisfied client observed, "He would have to be one of Australia's leading Ferrari and Maserati mechanics. Open, honest, genuine - everything you want when dealing in such a position." The transition from factory floors to independent practice represents more than a career change; it reflects a fundamental shift in how exotic car maintenance operates in Australia. Traditional dealership networks, while maintaining manufacturer relationships, often lack the personalised attention that defines boutique workshops. Pacelli's European Galleria bridges this gap, offering factory-level expertise within a more intimate setting where each vehicle receives individual attention rather than assembly-line treatment. Factory training provides advantages that extend beyond technical knowledge. Pacelli possesses access to diagnostic tooling typically exclusive to authorised dealers, including specialised equipment covering multiple generations of Italian supercars. This includes the SD1 for Ghibli and Quattroporte models, SD2 for 3200 and 4200 series, and SD3 for contemporary vehicles. Such equipment represents a significant investment, but enables the precise diagnosis of complex electronic systems that frustrate less-equipped workshops. Mastering the Temperamental Machines Pacelli's specialisation in Maserati Biturbos addresses one of the most challenging areas in exotic car maintenance. The Biturbo series, produced from the 1980s, suffered from notorious reliability issues, including engine overheating, electrical problems, and complex turbocharger systems. Many official Maserati dealers lack practical knowledge of Biturbo-era vehicles, limiting their capabilities to later Ferrari-sourced engine models. European Galleria's mastery of these temperamental machines positions Pacelli among the few specialists capable of properly maintaining and restoring these challenging vehicles. The Biturbo's twin-turbocharged V6 engine, revolutionary for its time, created a maintenance nightmare that defeated countless mechanics. Oil pressure issues, electrical malfunctions, and rust-prone body panels required intimate knowledge of Italian engineering philosophy. Pacelli's factory training provided this understanding, enabling him to diagnose problems that leave other technicians baffled. One customer noted: "Luigi is true to his word, salt of the earth kind of guy. Honest to a fault and able to pinpoint exact problems and find the most effective, cost-efficient solution. Cars that dealers cannot fix, he does for a tenth of the price." European Galleria's comprehensive service portfolio covers routine maintenance, driveline repairs, brakes and suspension work, engine diagnostics and rebuilds, performance tuning, and ancillary services including air conditioning repair and electrical fault-finding. All services emphasise genuine parts and factory-approved procedures, maintaining vehicle integrity while preserving resale values. This meticulous attention to authenticity distinguishes European Galleria from workshops that prioritise cost savings over correctness. Beyond mechanical services, European Galleria participates actively in Sydney's enthusiast community, organising events such as "Supercar Sundays" that include scenic drives and collaborations with car clubs like the Lamborghini Club. These activities, promoted through social media channels including Instagram with approximately 2,500 followers, reinforce the workshop's connection to Sydney's supercar scene. Such community engagement builds relationships that transcend simple commercial transactions, creating loyalty based on shared passion for automotive excellence. The workshop's success reflects broader changes within Australia's exotic car market. Ferrari's Australian presence began in 1952 when Bill 'Pappy' Lowe became the first Ferrari agent outside Europe, importing the first Ferrari 212 Inter berlinetta. Distribution evolved significantly in 2005 when Neville Crichton's Ateco Group acquired Australian and New Zealand rights for Ferrari and Maserati. However, Ferrari established direct control through Ferrari Australasia in 2013, aligning with global strategies to maintain closer customer relationships. Maserati's Australian journey started in 1960 with the first car imports. Through vehicles like the Maserati 250F, driven by Sir Jack Brabham and Chris Amon, Maserati plays a significant role in local motorsport. European Automotive Imports continues as a distributor under Ateco Group ownership, experiencing remarkable growth, with sales increasing 200% following the introduction of Quattroporte and Ghibli luxury sedans. European Galleria's business model addresses key challenges facing exotic car owners. Single-technician dependency creates vulnerability, but Pacelli's unmatched expertise justifies this risk. Limited opening hours from Monday to Friday, 11 a.m. to 6 p.m., reflect the boutique nature of operations while maintaining a focus on quality over quantity. The evolving automotive landscape, particularly electric vehicle adoption, presents future challenges requiring continued investment in training and equipment. Pacelli's reputation extends beyond technical competence to encompass integrity that defines exceptional service providers. Customer feedback consistently emphasises honesty, diagnostic skill, and reasonable pricing for high-end vehicles. This reputation, built over more than three decades, represents invaluable business capital that cannot be replicated through marketing or advertising. European Galleria successfully translates elite factory know-how into an artisan workshop model, earning loyal clientele among Sydney's supercar owners while maintaining standards that rival authorised dealerships.
