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About the Centre
In the light of startling and staggering situations which the womenfolk faces within and outside family, The National University of Advanced Legal Studies proudly took the initiative to constitute a new Centre which could entail a broad area of women's issues by creating gender awareness and sensitiveness amongst. The Centre for Women and Family Studies is established at NUALS in the year 2014 as the eighth centre of study and research which pursue excellence by gathering momentum through its wide-ranging and tremendous extension activities. The institution of the Centre is also an initiative on the part of NUALS to comply with UGC recommendations based on Saksham Report 2013, prepared by the UGC Task Force to Review the Measures for Ensuring Safety of Women on Campuses and Programmes for Gender Sensitization.
Objectives of the Centre
The primary vision of the Centre is to encourage study and research in the field of law relating to women and family so that it could come out with valuable strategies and suggestions to purge various forms of discrimination which the women and girl children faces within and outside family and home. Simultaneously the centre intends to take justice to the reach of all by inculcating general awareness as to the existing legal measures ensuring protection to women and girl children. The spectrum of activities of the Centre include providing gender perspectives to students, researchers, fellow academics and policy makers and along with them equally important is the layman, for it is their view we need to change in order to bring out a woman friendly and viable atmosphere in the society. The Centre encompasses wide arena of activities such as instruction of specific courses relating to women and children, preparation of teaching materials and aids, organization and conducting of training programmes, seminars, awareness camps and conferences, providing orientation and refresher courses to key factions such as administrative officials, staff, teachers, students, self help groups, voluntary organizations, mahila organizations, local bodies and also general public. The Centre wishes to create and disseminate knowledge on various facets of women studies and assist the legislative and executive machinery in the process of formulation of laws and policies. It would also intend to undertake research and documentation work.
Motto of the Centre
1. To initiate gender perception in diverse domains in generation of knowledge, field of policy making and practice.
2. To promote a gender just attitude among the academic community, which is to be reflected in the attitudinal change and development of the students.
3. To promote and strengthen women's studies through teaching, research, dissemination of knowledge and field action.
4. To empower women and girls to face the emerging complexities and connectivity in the society.
5. To highlight the importance of legal awareness.
6. To encourage interaction with new legal aspects of social existence.
7. To initiate and promote gender sensitization through capacity building training and outreach, workshops, seminars, legal counselling and the like.
The inauguration of the Centre was done by Hon'ble Mr. Justice K.T. Thomas, Former Judge, Supreme Court of India on 31st July 2014 . Dr. Sheena Shukkur, Hon'ble Vice Chancellor (i/c) presided over the function. The event witnessed a special address from Ms. Rosakkuty K.K., Chairperson, Kerala Women's Commission. Prof. (Dr ) M. C. Valson, Honorary Director, CEL, Prof. (Dr) V. S. Sebastian, Dean, Faculty of Law, CUSAT, Prof. (Dr) V. R. Jayadevan , Honorary Director, CHLP felicitated the gathering.
The Director (i/c) of the Centre
Dr. Sheeba S. Dhar, Asst. Prof. , NUALS.
1. Training Programme on Legislative Measures Against Sexual Harassment in Educational Institutions on 31st July 2014.
In the eve of inauguration of the Centre, a One day Training Programme on "Legislative Measures against Sexual Harassment in Educational Institutions" in association with the Kerala Women's Commission was conducted as the initial activity of the Centre. The programme targeted the executive and academic heads of colleges in the District of Ernakulam. It is with the objective of gender sensitizing the target group thereby to ensure gender justice and prevent exploitation based on sex, promoting development of women and children and indirectly the development and healthy growth of the Country.
The training was attended by 50 delegates representing the higher educational institutions in Ernakulam. Technical sessions of the programme were chaired by eminent persons well versed in the field. The first session was on the 'Concept of Gender Justice-Human Rights of Women and Need for Special Protection' handled by Adv. V. P. Seemandini , Senior Advocate of High Court of Kerala and the President of Kerala Federation of Women Lawyers.
The Second session was on 'Evolution of Laws relating to Sexual Harassment in India and a Cross Sectional Analysis of the recently enacted statue, Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace (Prevention, Prohibition and Redressal) Act, 2013'. Dr Sonia K. Das, Asst. Prof., Govt. Law College, Thrissur and a person who had her specialization in the field of gender justice, women and law handled the class in such a way that it received appreciation and acknowledgment from all the participants.
The third session witnessed Ms. Lida Jacob, IAS an eminent administrator who had once served as the Director of Social Welfare Department, who had been the Commission for Right to Education Act and had taken colossal initiatives for the welfare of women and children, had profoundly discussed the implementation of legislative measures to tackle sexual harassment at workplaces especially in educational institutions.
As a follow up of this training programme all the participants were directed to constitute an Anti Harassment Committee in their respective institutions and to submit a report on the working of the Committee. They were also instructed to fill up the checklist provided to them in the training programme to be submitted along with the report to the Kerala Women's Commission on or before 31st August 2014. The follow up will also be undertaken in association with the Kerala Women's Commission.
2. Special Lecture on 'Gender Justice and Human Rights of Women on 14th October 2014- Prof. (Dr) Kalpana Kannabiran, Director, Council for Social Development, Hyderabad & Co-founder, Asmita Resource Centre for Women and Recipient of Amartya Sen Award for Distinguished Social Scientists for the year 2012 in the discipline of law.
3. National Seminar and Open Forum on 'Dimensions of Gender Justice v. Indian Cultural and Family Values' (February 2, 2015)
The National Seminar and Open Forum on 'Dimensions of Gender Justice v. Indian Cultural and Family Values' was organized by the Centre for Women and Family Studies (CWFS), NUALS on February 2,2015.The Programme was attended by 51 participants representing colleges within and outside State of Kerala. The Seminar begins with a welcome address by Dr Sheeba S. Dhar, Director (i/c) CWFS, NUALS. The Introductory Session was resourced by Key Speakers: Prof. (Dr)P. Nagabooshanam, Former Vice Chancellor, Tamil Nadu Dr Ambedkar Law University, Dr Sindhu Thulaseedharan, Asst. Prof., Department of Law, University of Kerala, Dr Gireesh Kumar J., Asst. Prof., Faculty of Law, University of Delhi and Prof.(Dr) M.C. Valson, NUALS. Following the introductory session, there was an academic session where paper presentations were carried out on themes highlighted for the Seminar. An Open forum headed by a Panel of members namely, Adv. Geena Kumari T., Family Court, Thiruvananthapuram, Dr Sindhu Thulaseedharan, Asst. Prof., Department of Law, University of Kerala and Ms. Rekha Venugopal, Guest Faculty, NUALS was also convened. The Session witnessed active discussion from the part of students, faculty and researchers. The Open Forum ended up at 4.00 p.m. with a vote of thanks by Ms. Joshitha Jyothi, LL.B. Student, NUALS.
4. Gender Sensitisation and Legal Awareness Programme at Chinmaya Vidyapeet, Ernakulam on 15 September 2015.
The Centre for Women and Family Studies (CWFS), NUALS organised a Gender Sensitization and Legal Awareness Programme at ChinmayaVidyapeet , Warriam Road, Ernakulam on 15th of September 2015.The Programme started with the Presidential Address of Shri. T. N. Ramakumar, Principal, ChinmayaVidyapeet. It was attended by60 students from Department of English, Commerce, Economics and the members of DIKSHA Women Empowerment Cell, ChinmayaVidyapeet. The subject was introduced to the participants with theScreening of a Short Film on 'Gender Issues'created by the Students Associates of the Centre.The themes highlighted in the Short Film was lucidly analysed and presented to the participants by Mr. Joel S. George, 3rd Sem. LL.B. Student, NUALS.It was followed by Tutorial Sessions on Facets of Gender Justice and Legislations pertaining to the protection of women and children, handled by Dr Sheeba S. Dhar, Director (i/c) CWFS. The Programme was introduced as aninitiative of the Centre for Women and Family Studies, NUALStospread legal awareness and to bring justice to the reach of all, which is envisaged as one of the objectives behind the establishment of the Centre in NUALS.
5. Short Film on Gender Issues (Created by Student Associates, CWFS).
The Associates of the Centre for Women and Family Studies, NUALS, as part of the extension and outreach activities created a Short Film on Gender Issues. The film highlighted the various modes of discrimination which a woman faces in different stages of her life on earth. Though in a subtle manner it has the potential to influence the community to raise their voice against gender related discriminations in the society and especially in the family which was earlier considered as the safest place for women: infact and unfortunately, it has become both the cradle and graveyard for womenfolk. The Film has been made as an initiative of the Associates of the Centre along with the technical support and assistance of Mr. AbhilashSudheesh, Student, Department of Mass Communication and Journalism, Kariavattom Campus, University of Kerala and Mr. AbhiramGopakumar, Student , Bachelor of Mass Communication, A.J. College , Thonnaikkal, Thiruvananthapuram. The guidance and opinion given by Mrs.RekhaVenugopal, Guest Faculty, NUALS is also acknowledged in this regard.
Student Associates (Making of Short Film)
1. Akshaya Suresh( 3rd Sem. LL.B Students, 2. Alan Sunny, 3. Amal P.K., 4. Amritha Mariam Jacob, 5. Ancy Varghese, 6. Ashwin Venu, 7. AswathyBabu, 8. AtlyYesudas, 9. DivyaMuralidharan, 10. Gautham Krishna S. Kumar ( 1st Sem. LL.B. Students), 11. George Mathai, 12. Harilal Vishnu S., 13. Jithin Pius Jose, 14. Joel S. George, 15. Kurian K. Jose, 16. LijeshRohin E., 17. Mamatha S. Anil Kumar, 18. Rintu Mariam Biju, 19. Rishi Joy, 20. Safna Salim, 21. Sharika R., 22. Sheena Fathima, 23. Suryakanth Roy, 24. Tony Johnson, 25. Trilok S, 26. Dona George.
6. Research Project of National Commission for Women on ' Protection Officers under Protection of Women from Domestic Violence Act,2005.
The Centre is Currently working on a Research Project of National Commission for Women on ' Protection Officers under Protection of Women from Domestic Violence Act,2005 - How far they are successful in providing solace to the Victims'. The Study is for a period of six month with an approved grant of Rs 2,05800/. Dr Sheeba S. Dhar is the Project Director of the study. Mr. D. Raveendra Kumar , Director(i/c) Centre for Economics and Law and Assistant Professor in Economics , NUALS is the Statistical Expert and Ms. Priya R., Research Associate, NUALS is the Project Co-ordinator of the Study.
7. One Day Workshop on 'Concept of Family- Changing Dimensions and Trends' on January 30, 2016.
The Centre for Women and Family Studies, NUALS organised a One Day Workshop on 'Concept of Family- Changing Dimensions and Trends' on January 30, 2016 .The Programme was primarily meant for the first year LL.B. students for it is mandatory under the UGC SAKSHAM Report on Measures for Ensuring the Safety of Women and Programmes for Gender Sensitization on Campuses. The ChiefGuest, Resource persons and all the participants were welcomed by Ms. Priya R., Research Associate, CWFS, NUALS. The Inauguration of the Workshop was done by Hon'ble Mrs. Justice AnuSivaraman, Judge , High Court of Kerala by lighting the lamp. Her goodself commented on shrinking family, its consequence and impact on exercise of individual rights in the family and society.The programme witnessed delivery of Presidential address by Dr. Mini S., Associate Professor, NUALS.Prof. Pauline Rose Matthai, Vice President, People's Council for Social Justice and Principal (Retd.) Govt. Law College, Ernakulam who felicitated the occasion reminds the gathering of the once existed Gandharvamarriage and its replica in the modern society and further mentions about the degrading moral values among the people especially youngsters. The Academic Sessions were resourced by DrBeena Job, Associate Professor, Department of English, St. Teresa's College, Ernakulam, who has pointed out the need for marriage in the present day society , highlighting the factors which helped to keep the institution of marriage and family intact in the past. She had infact urged the students to go by the words ofinner conscience and cautioned students about the society they are living and the realities they need to face in the days to come. She explained the concept of gender justice not in derogation to the concept of family but inside its framework; Dr SrilathaJuvva, Associate Professor, Centre for Disability Studies and Action School of Social Work, Tata Institute of Social Sciences, Mumbai dealt with Marital Relationships and Young Adults. Based on the knowledge gathered from clinical experiences, she explained the effects of marital discord on children and young adults. With the help of diagrams and chart she scored in her presentation and pointed out the ways and means to tackle the problem by giving emphasis to the responsibilities of spouses, children and young adults; Ms. RekhaVenugopal , Sociologist and Guest Faculty , NUALS had focussed on Family Relations in the Present Day Society . In her speech she has mentioned about the modern trend in marriages as going for extra- marital relationships with the consent of spouses like a silent relationship. Live- in- relationships are booming as if it is protected through law; Dr Parvathy Poornima, Independent Researcher, has given presentation based on her well done research work. She concentrated on Forced Marriages in India- Legal Recourse and Other Remedies. Her presentation projected the existence of varied types of forced marriages though its existence in suchmanner is not been recognised. From her experience in working with non-governmental organisations dealing with gender issues, shecompared the reality withwhat is there in mere black and white letters. The programme was attended by around 140 students within the state of Kerala. The Workshop came to an end at 4.00 p.m. withthe delivery of salutation and acknowledgment by Dr Sheeba S. Dhar, Director (i/c) CWFS, NUALS.
8. Special Discourse on 'Portrait of Women in Modern World- Need for Redefining the Province of Freedom' on March 8, 2016 (International Women's Day).
The Centre for Women and Family Studies, organized a Special Discourse on 'Portrait of Women in Modern World- Need for Redefining the Province of Freedom' on March 8, 2016 (International Women's Day) . The Chief Guests, Resource Persons and the Participants were welcomed by Dr. Sheeba S Dhar, Director (i/c) of the Centre. It is followed by a Presidential address by Dr. M. C. Valson, Professor, NUALS. He applauded the contributions made by Women Judges from the State of Kerala to the higher Judiciary simultaneously sharing his concern about increasing problems faced by women and the need for safeguarding them. The Programme was inaugurated by Honourable Mrs. Justice K. K. Usha, Former Chief Justice, High Court of Kerala by lighting the lamp. In her Inaugural address, she shared her experiences and highlighted various incidents suggesting ways to end discrimination against women. Her goodself concluded the speech with a slogan "react individually and collectively to end discrimination against women". The Inaugural ceremony also witnessed a Special Address by the Veteran Journalist, Ms. Leela Menon. She narrated various news reports on the abuse of women amd suggested the need for creating better awareness among women of their rights. The Centre for Women and Family Studies honoured Hon'ble Mrs. Justice K. K. Usha and Ms. Leela Menon with a 'Ponnada' as a tribute and accolade to the veterans in the field. On the occasion, Honourable Mrs. Justice K. K. Usha released the Book and Booklet titled 'Selected Instruments Relating to Women and Children: An Analysis' prepared by Dr. Sheeba S Dhar, Asst. Prof., NUALS. The First Edition of Newsletter of the Centre for Women and Family Studies is also released by the Justice and handed it over to Smt. Leela Menon. The Inaugural ceremony was concluded with Vote of thanks by Ms. Priya R, Research Associate, CWFS, NUALS. A Short Video depicting the problems of women along with possible solutions was played soon after the Inaugural ceremony. The Special Discourse on 'Province of Freedom' relating to the themes: Freedom of Religion and Religious Worship, Right to Dignified Life and Personhood, Right to Exercise Choice organized by the Centre on the same day was moderated by Dr. V.R Jayadevan, Professor, NUALS. The presence of eminent persons like Adv. A. Jayashankar, State President, Indian Association of Lawyers, Ms. Sreekumari Ramachandran, Novelist and Orator, Dr. P. S. Seema, Assistant Professor, SLS, CUSAT and Mr. Rahul Easwar , Author & Social Activist had enriched the debate with novel ideas on modern women and ther rights. Ms. Sreekumari Ramachandran spoke about the rich Indian culture and values. She followed a moderate path focusing on the rights and responsibilities of Women in the Modern World. Adv. A. Jayashanker shared his experiences in Court and discussed on various labour legislations dealing with the protection of women. Dr. P. S. Seema, Assistant Professor, School of Legal Studies, CUSAT dealt with Right of women to Religious Worship. She approached the topic in a scientific way and enumerated the reasons behind imposing restrictions on the rights of women to religious worships. Mr. Rahul Easwar examined the ideological, spiritual and legal aspects of right of women to religious worship in his speech. He expresses the need for redefining the concept of feminism, gender justice and equality among men and women and also mentioned about the rituals, customs and usages practiced in Sabarimala Temple. The Programme was attended by around 120 students and it came to an end by 6:00 pm. Hon'ble Mrs. Justice has appreciated the organizers for taking the effort on this memorable and remarkable day.
9. Release of the First Edition of CWFS's Annual Newsletter; Release of Book and Booklet on 'Selected Instruments Relating to Women and Children - An Analysis' on March 8,2016 - By Hon'ble Justice K.K. Usha and Smt. Leela Menon.
10. Workshop on ' Rights of Women and Children in Educational Institutions' organised by Centre for Women and Family Studies on July 16, 2016 at Vidyodaya School.
The Centre for Women and Family Studies, organized a workshop on 'Rights of Women and Children in Educational Institutions' on July 16, 2016 at Vidyodaya School,Thevakkal .Presidential address was delivered by Dr. P.Sreekumar,Executive Trustee,Vidyodaya School, Thevakkal. He authentically stated that the Educational Institutions play a significant role in safeguarding the rights of individuals and in sensitizing the society. He also enumerated education as the most powerful tool for empowerment.Prof.(Dr.) Rose Varghese, Vice Chancellor, NUALS inaugurated the Programme by lighting the lamp and delivered theinaugural address.Her magnificent thoughts regarding the rights of the students as well as the responsibilities of a good teacher were shared in the Address.FourTechnical Sessions were organized on the 'Rights of Women and Children in Educational Institutions'.First Session was handled by Smt. Lida Jacob, IAS,an eminent administrator who had tremendously deliberated about the 'Duties of Educational Institutions and Code of Professional Ethics of School Teachers'.The Second Session was handledby Dr. Sonia K. Das, Asst. Prof., Government Law College, Thrissur, on the topic 'Zero Tolerance to Sexual Abuses in Campuses- Special Reference to Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace(Prevention, Prohibition and Redressal) Act,2013. After the Second Session a short film titled 'Conscience' directed by students of NUALS was screened.The short film portrayed the need for awareness and consciousness regarding the present clutches of immoral trafficking and deceiving traps leading to it.The Third Session was expounded by Dr. Mary Venus Joseph, Dean & Former Vice Principal, Rajagiri School of Social Sciences and Dr. Mini S., Associate Professor, NUALS on 'Awareness and Practices of Child Rights- Special Reference to Protection of Children from Sexual Offences Act, 2002'. Dr. Mary Venus Joseph stunningly handled the session by showing the child awareness video 'Komal'. Dr. Mini S. gave a short description of the features of the POCSO Act and the mode of implementation of the Act.The Fourth Session was handled by Dr. P.S. Seema, Director, School of Legal Studies,CUSAT on 'Awareness and Implementation of Supreme Court Guidelines in Schools'. She has provided a comprehensive idea about the Supreme Court guidelines to be implemented in the Schools.The Centre for Women and Family Studies honored all the renowned resource persons with Mementoas a token of admiration. The Centre had also handed over the Book and Booklet, published by Dr. Sheeba S.Dhar, Director(i/c),CWFS, to the Librarian, Vidyodaya School.
11.Special Lecture on ' Legal Issues in Human Tissue Donation and Research : Limits of National Regulatory Framework' by Dr. Arathi P.M., Assistant Professor, Council for Social Development, New Delhi.
12.Submitted a Project Proposal to University Grant Commission under Minor Research Project for Teachers, XII Plan Guidelines (2012-2017) on 'Sexual Harassment against Women at Workplace: How far Internal Complaints Committee and Local Complaints Committee are successful in providing relief to the Victims', August 2016.
13.Conference on 'Rights of Women and Children in Educational Institutions' on September 3, 2016 at Vidyodaya.
The Centre has organised a Conference on Rights of Women and Children in Educational Institutions at Vidyodaya for the Principals , Heads and Administrators of the Sahodaya Group of Schools. The Programme was the second in the series of CWFS, NUALS and Vidyodaya Conglomeration. The Session was opened by Dr P. Sreekumar, Executive Trustee, Vidyodaya School, Thevakkal . The Technical Sessions were handled by Dr Anil R. Nair, Associate Professor & Director, Centre for Parliamentary Studies, NUALS and Dr Sonia K. Das, Assistant Professor, Government Law College, Thrissur . The Session was followed by a Panel Discussion,where Fr. Joye James, Rector and Manager, Loyola College of Social Sciences, Dr Sheeba S. Dhar , Assistant Professor & Director (i/c), CWFS, NUALS , Dr Sonia K. Das and Dr Anil R. Nair has taken up the theme for discussion and gave solutions to the various queries raised before the Panel. The Programme also witnessed the Launching of M- BRACE, Module on Boat Race and Child's Education designed by the Teachers of Vidyodaya and was released by Adv. T. P. M. Ibrahim Khan, State President, Central Board of Secondary Education & Former Additional Solicitor General in Kerala High Court .
14. Orientation Programme on 'Rights of Women and Protection against Sexual Harassment at Workplace' on October 22, 2016.
The Centre for Women and Family Studies, NUALS conducted an Orientation Programme on 'Rights of Women and Protection against Sexual Harassment at Workplace' in association with the Internal Complaints Committee, Government Medical College, Ernakulam at GC Hall , Government Medical College, Kalamassery on October 22, 2016. The Programme witnessed a welcome address from Dr Mercy Idikkula, Head of Department of Microbiology and Presiding Officer, Internal Complaints Committee, GMC. Presidential address was delivered by Dr R. Jayasree, Vice Principal, GMC. The Programme was inaugurated by Smt. Lida Jacob I.A.S. The technical session on Rights of Women and Laws relating to Protection of Women from Sexual Harassment was handled by Dr Sheeba S. Dhar, Director (i/c) CWFS and Member, Internal Complaints Committee, GMC. As part of the awareness and sensitization requirements, envisaged under Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace (Prevention, Prohibition and Redressal) Act, 2013 Postures on Harassment against women and redressal mechanisms were released on the day by the Chief Guest. The Posters were prepared by Ms. Krishna A.M, the Student Associate of the Centre for which she was honoured with a cash prize. The Draft Guidelines on Sexual Harassment against Women at Workplace' prepared by Dr Sheeba S. Dhar for Government Medical College, Ernakulum was also released by Smt. Lida Jacob I.A.S on the same day. The programme was attended by 50 delegates representing Doctors, PG and UG Medical students, Academic and Administrative Heads, Nurses, Nursing Students, Clinical and Non Clinical Staff of Government Medical College, Ernakulam.
15. Special Lectures on 'Awareness and Practices of Child Rights – With Special Reference to Protection of Children from Sexual Offences Act 2012 and Juvenile Justice Act, 2015 on November 4, 2016.
The Centre organised Special Lectures on 'Awareness and Practices of Child Rights at Bhavan's Mushi Vidyashram , Thiruvamkulam, Ernakulam on November 4, 2016 . The Sessions were attended by Parents of High School Students of Bhavan's. It was organised as an initiative of the PTA , Bhavan's. The programme commenced with a Welcome address by the Faculty Co-ordinator and Presidential address was delivered by Smt. Srikantha Kumari, Principal, Bhavan's Munshi Vidyashram. The Technical Sessions were handled by Smt. Fareetha, Vice Principal, Al-Ameen Law College, Kulapulli, Palakkad and Dr Sheeba S. Dhar, Director (i/c) CWFS, NUALS. The Sessions ended up with a Vote of Thanks from Mr. Balaram, Member, PTA , Bhavan's.
16. Workshop on 'Rights of Women and Children in Educational Institutions' on November 19, 2016.
The Centre organised a Workshop on 'Rights of Women and Children in Educational Institutions' at Bhavan's Adarsha Vidyalaya, Kakkanad on November 19, 2016. Followed by a Welcome address from the faculty co-ordinator , Presidential Address was delivered by Sri. E. Ramankutty, Director, Bhartiya Vidya Bhavan, Kochi Kendra. The first technical session was on 'Awareness and Practices of Child Rights- Anti- Ragging Measures in Schools' handled by Dr Anil R. Nair, Associate Professor and Director, Centre for Parliamentary Studies and Law Reforms, NUALS. The second session was on 'Awareness and Practices of Child Rights- Special Reference to Protection of Children from Sexual Offences Act, 2012 and Juvenile Justice (Care and Protection of Children) Act 2015'. The Session witnessed sharing of experience by the Resource Person who is also a Member of the Child Welfare Committee, Thrissur. Adv. Faritha J., Vice Principal, Al - Ameen Law College, Kulapully, Palakkad also explained the application of these laws and how teachers could extend support to students in cases of abuse. The third session was on 'Zero Tolerance to Sexual Abuses in Campuses - Special Reference to Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace (Prevention, Prohibition and Redressal) Act, 2013' handled by Dr Sonia K. Das, Asst. Prof., Government Law College, Thrissur. The Workshop was attended by the teachers of Bhavan's Adarsha Vidyalaya. The Programme was concluded with Vote of Thanks from Ms. Parvathy E., Vice Principal, Bhavan's.
17 . Presentation Of Project Study On January 4, 2017 before National Commission For Women, Delhi
Ms. Akhila Rani, Research Associate, CWFS had presented the Project Study carried out by the Centre on ' Protection Officers under Protection of Women from Domestic Violence Act,2005- How far they are successful in providing solace to the Victims', on January 4, 2017 before National Commission for Women, Delhi.
18 . Special Lecture on ' Child Rights and Justice to Children' at Bhavan's Munshi Vidyashram (January 6, 2017)
The Centre for Women and Family Studies, NUALS conducted a Special Lecture on 'Child Rights and Justice to Children' for the faculty of Bhavan's Munshi Vidyashram, Thiruvamkulam at Bhavan's Auditorium on January 6, 2017. The Lecture was delivered by Dr Sheeba S. Dhar, Director (i/c), CWFS, NUALS. Following the Lecture there was an Open Discussion on POCSO, Right to Education, Anti Ragging and Sexual Harassment at Workplaces.
19 . Orientation Programme On ' Family: Changing Relations And Values' On February 3, 2017
The Centre for Women and Family Studies organized an Orientation Programme on 'Family: Changing Relations And Values' for the First year LL.B. Students as part of implementing the UGC- SAKSHAM report on ' Measures for Ensuring the Safety of Women and Programmes for Gender Sensitization in Campuses'. Prof.(Dr.) Rose Varghese, Vice Chancellor, NUALS inaugurated the programme by lighting the lamp and delivered the inaugural address. Five Technical Sessions were organized. Dr. Deborah Hartman, Associate Director, Family Action Centre, University of New Castle, Australia handled the First Session. Her magnificent presentation on 'Advancing the Field of Family Studies Internationally' was inspiring. Second Session was handled by Prof.(Dr.) Kochurani Thomas, Head of Department of Economics, Bharata Mata College, Ernakulam. She dealt with 'Changing Marital Relations' in an interactive way. Prof. (Dr.) Mary Metilda, Former Principal, Maharaja's College, Ernakulam handled the third Session on ' Family & Gender Sensitisation'. Fourth Session was expounded by Ms.S.Sreeja, Assistant Professor, Chinmaya College of Arts, Science & Commerce, Kochi on 'Impact of Technology on Family Relations'. The Fifth Session on ' Changing Relations in the Family' was delivered by Ms. Rekha Venugopal, Guest Faculty, NUALS. Priya R., Research Associate, NUALS expressed gratitude towards all the Resource Persons on behalf of the Centre. Dr.Sheeba S.Dhar ,Director (i/c), CWFS honored all the eminent resource persons with Mementos as a token of admiration.
20 . Special Lecture on 'Child Rights and Justice in Educational Institutions' was delivered by Dr.Sheeba S. Dhar for the Faculty of Bhavan's Vidya Mandir, Eroor on February 17,2017 .
21 . Short Film titled 'Ray of Hope'
he short film made by the student associates of the Centre throws light on the condescending attitude and lack of empathy towards a rape victim. Double standards of social activists are also dealt with. Themes are brought out through a story spanning 9 minutes. The crew was ably assisted by Abhilash Sudheesh and Abhiram Gopakumar who have worked with the Centre in its first initiative towards making a short film, to be used as a medium of dissemination of information and creating awareness among the general public.
List of Student Associates
1. Suryakanth Roy, 2. Atly Yesudas, 3. Jithin Pius Jose, 4. Rishi Joy, 5. Govind G Nair, 6.Sukanya Subramanian, 7. Megha Prasad, 8. Trilok Sudheesh, 9. Joel Saju George, 10. Amal Pk, 11. Saira Raffi 12. Nandu Chandran, 13. Renoy Vincent, 14. Nevin Joseph Paul, 15. Sara Fathima, 16. Akshaya Suresh, 17. Rintu Mariam Biju, 18. Siljo Samuel, 19. Abhinav Mathur, 20.Karan Jaffar, 21. Aishwarya Maria Manjooran, 22. Naina Mathew, 23. Lettisha LS
22. Talk on 'Gender Justice, Social Issues and Protective Legislations' in the 'Sport for Development Programme' organised by Kerala Football Association for the Football Coaches at Jawaharlal Nehru International Stadium, Kaloor, Ernakulam on March 25, 2017.
23. Consultancy Work done on 'Laws relating to protection of Women' for the Expert Committee constituted under the Administrative Reforms Commission (2016 ),State of Kerala in the month of June 2017.
24. Special Lectures on ' Child Rights – Awareness , Practise and Remedies' delivered as part of the Nursery MELA organised by Vidyodaya for All Kerala Kindergarten Teachers' Association at Vidyodaya on October 21, 2017. Lecture were delivered by Adv. Faritha J. and Dr Sheeba S. Dhar.
25. Workshop on ' Safe Practise of Technological Innovations in Educational Institutions' organised at Vidyodaya on November 4, 2017.
The Workshop was organised to meet the growing demands to ensure cyber safety education and safe online practices. In an age of information technology, where schools are using technology to deliver education and instruction, they have the responsibility to provide safe online environment and teach children how to use technology in positive and productive ways. The Workshop witnessed eminent resource persons from academia, legal profession and executive machinery of the state. Shri. Shanmugham D. Jayan, Advocate , High Court of Kerala, Shri. Binoy Joseph and Shri Pramod Y. T., Senior Civil Police Officers, Cyber Cell, Kochi City and Dr Sabu M. Thampi, Associate Professor, IIITM-K, Technopark Campus , Thiruvananthapuram enriched the participants with knowledge on Cyber laws, Cyber Crimes, its varied dimensions and the steps to be taken for handling and rooting out the menace hidden in the use of technological innovations. The Workshop was attended by 130 teachers from various schools in Kerala.
26. Orientation Programme on 'Gender Equality and Family Relationships' on March 6, 2018.
The Centre for Women and Family Studies, NUALS conducted an Orientation Programme on 'Gender Equality and Family Relationship' as envisaged under UGC SAKSHAM Report 2013 for the first year LL.B. students. The Programme was inaugurated by Prof. (Dr) Rose Varghese, Vice Chancellor, NUALS. The Academic sessions were enriched by Prof. Dr Neena Joseph, Former Professor, IMG and Trustee, Sakhi Resource Centre and Ms Parvati T, Psychologist and Writer.
27. Special Discourse on 'Gender Equality and Family Relationship- In the Age of Redefined Versions of Propriety and Liberty' on March 7, 2018.
A Special Discourse on 'Gender Equality and Family Relationship – In the Age of Redefined Versions of Propriety and Liberty' was organised by the Centre with Panel membersfrom wide arena . Prof. Dr Celine Scaria, Former Professorand Sociologist, St. Teresa's College, Mr. HarikrishnanDileep, Assistant Commissioner, Customs, Ms. Nina Nayar, Anthropologist & Gender Advisor and Ms. K.K. Shahina, Journalist enlightened the audience on various facets of freedom, the use of technological innovations and how it ensures freedom and security. The quest and cry for greater freedom and opportunities along with a reminder of balancing of interest was highlighted in the discussions.
28. International Women's Day Celebration on March 8, 2018
On International Women's Day, the Centre honouredtwo female dignitaries, Smt. Lida Jacob I.A.S and Smt . K. C. Rosakutty Teacher,Former Chairperson, Kerala Women's Commission who throughtheir vision and mission has contributed much towards the empowerment of womenand children. The dignitaries were honoured with 'Ponnada'by Professor (Dr) M. C. Valson along with the other faculty of NUALS. The Second Edition of CWFS's Newsletter was also released by Smt. Lida Jacob I.A.S. by handing it over to Smt. Rosakutty Teacher. Dr Mini S.,Mr. Raveendrakumar D. and Ms RekhaVenugopal spoke on the occasion. As an accolade to the dignitaries, a short document prepared by the Students Associates, Ms. T.O. Dharshana and Ms. ReshmaRajan of 4th Semester LL.B , depicting the contributions of the dignitaries were screened on the day. The formal function was followed by Screening of two Short Films titled 'Ray of Hope' and 'Conscience' produced by the Centre. A Review Competition based on the short film was conducted and Panel consisting of Dr. Mini S., Associate Professor, NUALS and Smt. RekhaVenugopal , Sociologist and Guest Faculty , NUALS evaluated the contestants. Ms. Sreelakshmi S. and Ms. AswathyBabu of 8th Semester LL.B won the First and the Second Prize respectively. Vote of Thanks was delivered by Mr. Jithin Pius Jose, Student Associate, CWFS, NUALS. The Centre has also got the opportunity to provide refreshments to the orphan children of Santhwanam, Charitable Society for Girls at Kalamassery on the day.
29. Blood Donation Camp on March 8,2018.
The Centre organised a Blood Donation Campin association with All Kerala Blood Donors' Society (KEBS). The Camp was inaugurated by Smt. Lida Jacob I.A.S who is the Chairman of KEBS. It was done in co-ordination with the Aluva Blood Bank. The Camp witnessed active participation of female students along with male students and staff of NUALS. There were around 40 donations. This infact was arranged as a mode of empowerment of women by way of getting maximum participation of girls in the field of donating blood, not just as donors but also to remind them that they are no longer fragile.
31. MCQ Competition on 'Laws relating to Women' for the PG and UG students of NUALS conducted under the aegis of National Commission for Women on November 15,2018.
32. Special Discourse on 'Gender Justice , Gender Equality and Human Rights of Women' on March 8,2019.
The Centre organised a Special Discourse on the theme, 'Gender Justice , Gender Equality and Human Rights of Women' which was inaugurated by Smt. Saleena V. G. Nair, Special Additional Chief Judicial Magistrate , Ernakulam . The Chief Guest ponder over the issues of violation of human rights of women and urge the younger generation to overcome the weakness and strive hard to stand as equal with the counterpart and do contribute to the well being of the nation. As a tribute and accolade to the veterans, the Centre on the International Women's Day 2019 saluted Hon'ble Justice Anna Chandy, the First Female High Court Judge of India, through the screening of major contributions of the Champion of Equal Rights over the years, especially in the 20th century when legal profession was largely male dominated. The document was prepared by Ms. Reshma Rajan and Ms. T.O. Dharshana ,Third Year LL.B. students of NUALS. Smt. Saraswathy Nagaraj, Deputy Editor, 'The Hindu' was the Guest of Honour. Academic Session was handled by Dr Shannu Narayan,Faculty , IIM Kozhikode. The programme was conducted in the Media Room, NUALS.
33. Speech Competition on 'Defending Rights of Women and Right to Religious Freedom' was conducted for the Post Graduate and Graduate students of NUALS on March 8,2019.
34. Release of CWFS' Newsletter 2019 by Smt. Saleena V. G. Nair, Special Additional Chief Judicial Magistrate , Ernakulam on March 8,2019.
35. Orientation Programme on 'Gender Equality and Gender Neutrality- Balancing of Rights within the Constitution' on March 14, 2019.
The Centre for Women and Family Studies, NUALS conducted an Orientation Programme on 'Gender Equality and Gender Neutrality- Balancing of Rights within the Constitution' as envisaged under UGC SAKSHAM Report 2013 for the first year LL.B. students. The programme was conducted in the Seminar Hall, NUALS. Dr Celine Sunny, Executive Director, Research Institute , Rajagiri College of Social Sciences , Dr Sonia K. Das, Assistant Professor, Government Law College, Thrissur, Adv. Faritha J. Principal, Ansar Women's College, Thrissur and Dr Devika J., Associate Professor, Centre for Development Studies, Thiruvananthapuram enriched the academic sessions with their insight and acumen in the field of expertise.
36. Legal Awareness Workshop on March 18,2019.
The Centre in association with the National Service Scheme Unit, NUALS organised a legal awareness workshop for the members of Community Development Society , Kudumbashree, Kalamassery. The Workshop covered major areas like Domestic Violence, Sexual Offences against Children, Sexual Harassment at Workplace, Unorganised Workers' Social Security and Maternity Benefit. Classes were taken by Ms. Neethu Krishnakumar, Amrith M.J., Nargees Basheer. , Darsana R. S. and Anagha Haridas of IVth Semester LL.B.,NUALS.
37. Release of a Booklet in Malayalam titled 'An Analysis of Legislations relating to Women and Children' on March 18, 2019.
The objective of this fifty pages booklet is to enable easily the common people to understand their rights and protective mechanisms which could be availed of in situations of urgency and when they feel completed deprived of their basic human rights. This is infact one of the mottos of the Centre to disseminate information on protective and welfare legislations and bring legal remedies to the door steps of ordinary people. Around 97 copies of booklet were distributed among the members of Kudumbashree. The booklet is an analysis of selected relevant legislations protecting women and children .
38. Launching of 'Road Safety Advocacy Programme' in association with Research Institute, Rajagiri College of Social Sciences, Kalamassery on April 10,2019.
The Centre for Women and Family Studies, NUALS in association with Research Institute, Rajagiri College of Social Sciences, Kalamassery organised the 'Road Safety Advocacy Programme' sponsored by Ministry of Road Transport and Highways, Government of India in the Seminar Hall, National University of Advanced Legal Studies on April 10th, 2019. The inaugural address was delivered by Prof (Dr.) K C Sunny, Vice Chancellor, NUALS. He highlighted the common road safety issues and commented that in each home vehicles outnumber the members in family. The programme was presided over by Dr. Celine Sunny, Executive Director, Research Institute, Rajagiri College of Social Sciences. She started off the seminar by briefing the statistics of road accidents as per the Kerala Police Records. She also mentioned about the theme of Union Ministry of Road Transport and Highway "Sadaq Sureksha Jeevan Raksha". The Key speaker of the programme was Mr. Sadaq Ali, Retired Regional Transport Officer, Ernakulam. He discussed some of the most important provisions of Motor Vehicles Act and Road Safety Rules. His power point presentation along with video clips of accidents had highly touched the young minds and he himself made the students to take an oath that they will drive carefully giving value to one's own and other's life on road. The Programme was attended by 150 students of NUALS. The Programme came to an end by 5.00p.m. with vote of thanks , delivered by Ms.Nargees Basheer, Second year LL.B. student of NUALS.
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Michael Barolet
New York / Washington DC
How does photography fit into your everyday life?
Photography is a huge part of my life. I carry a camera with me at all times. Even if I am not physically making photographs, I am looking at photos. I try to surround myself with it.
Some of your portraits remind of vintage nude portraits - I was thinking of Edwin Bower Hesser for instance - or even paintings from earlier epochs. Have you ever considered these as an inspirational input for your work?
Not really to be honest. I always found a lot of vintage nudes to be a bit over the top. As if the model was trying to yell "look at me!!! Im naked!!!" Many vintage nudes were nudes for the sake of being nudes. I am just as happy photographing someone with their clothes on as without. I do however prefer the nude simply because it strips the sitter of anything they can hide behind. I want the people in my photographs to be one hundred percent themselves.
My biggest influences for my portraits are Emmet Gowin, Sally Mann, Andrea Modica, Edward Weston, and Jock Sturges.
Although you shoot both in colour and black/white, your preference seems to be the last one. Is there a specific reason for this?
Yes and No. When I started shooting with the 8x10" camera I couldn't afford color sheet film that size. It was about fifty or sixty dollars for ten sheets. Then you had to have it processed, which cost about six dollars a sheet. For that reason I shot black and white and processed it myself. I do believe though that color can distract the viewer from the photograph. If you have to much going on in a photo, the viewer can get lost.
I have been shooting a series in color on medium format over the last few years which I show sometimes. But I am waiting to finish the project before I show it as a whole. Also, I shot a bit of 8x10" color this summer which I will be showing soon.
When choosing location(s) for a shoot, how do you go about deciding?
I don't. I currently live in a fairly secluded area in the suburbs of Washington DC. Most of the area surrounding me is (or was) farmland and woodland with lots of rivers and quarries. When my friends and models come out to shoot, I just ask them what they want to do. If they want to swim, we go to a quarry or river. If they want to hike or explore, we go in the woods.
I actually shoot very little when doing a "shoot". Most of the time is spent hanging out and spending time with each other. If I see a potential photo, I have whoever is in the photo freeze and I set up and make an exposure.
In your series "Finding solitude" one gets the impression of wandering quietly through nature oneself, as opposed to seeing portrayals of models doing so. In this way I felt the pictures were integrating the viewer into its vision to some degree and thus have an inclusive character - was this something you had set out to do?
That series was a fairly difficult project for me to work on. The project started out as me returning to and photographing areas where I had spent time with my recently deceased brother. After a while I found myself wandering away from the areas I had come to photograph and that I was taking photos of other areas. Soon, I ended up going out to shoot every afternoon right before sundown during the summer months. It was at this time that the humidity was especially thick and the sun would create soft rays through the trees.
I want the viewer to feel the solitude that I felt while making these photos. I can only hope that I succeeded.
Nature seems to play a big part in your work. Wherein lies your interest here?
I was raised with nature around me. It has a big impact on my work and my life. I always figured that because its already here, I might as well use it to my advantage.
If you were to radically break with your present body of work and try something completely new and different - what would that be?
I am getting ready to do just that. In the coming winter months I will be working on a new series of studio photographs. I will still be shooting on the 8x10" and it will be in black and white, but it will be like nothing I have ever done before, and like nothing anyone else has done before. I really hope to turn some heads with this project. I have been planning it out for some time now. Keep an eye on my website and I hope to have a small sampling of the work up by the end of winter.
Do you think that artists need 'sabbatical breaks' for inspirational regeneration?
I do. It is easy to get overwhelmed if you do something day in and day out for too long. I don't however, think that you should stop your craft all together. That's why I like to switch things up and have several different projects going at one time. If I get tired of one thing, I just work on something else. I find that by doing this, I am less likely to get lazy or give up on a project all together.
I still would like to return to my "Finding Solitude" series. I worked on it for three summers in a row and I needed a break from it. I do plan picking up where I left off at some point though.
In retrospect, people like to appoint cities as the capitals of certain art periods. If you could choose one city or region for the present days and art, which one would it be?
I believe that the current art capital as well as the cultural capital of the world is New York City. It's a central hub for so much in the art world. Because of this, I think it sees more different types of art then any other city. This is of course, my personal opinion.
In you opinion, is photography storytelling to some degree?
I do believe photography can tell a story. Several photographers whose work I have enjoyed over the years do a great job at telling stories with their photos. Francesca Woodman, Duane Michals, and Ralph Eugene Meatyard all created work that was funny, satirical and haunting. I highly recommend all three photographers.
Where do you see yourself in, let's say, 15 years, and where would you like to be?
I must be honest and say I don't know where I will be. I do know that 15 years ago, the last thing I ever thought I would be was a photographer.
I can only hope that people will enjoy looking at my work and that I can influence others. I would like to publish and show my work more widely between now and then. But if I concentrate too much on what will happen 15 years from now, that would mean that i'm not concentrating on what is going on in my life now.
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Freedman ND, et al. Association of coffee drinking with total and cause-specific mortality. New England Journal of Medicine, 2012.
In this study, 402,260 individuals between 50 and 71 years of age were asked about their coffee consumption.
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Literature as a mode of knowledge
Respess, John Russ
Mackey, Louis H.
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The claim that literature is a mode of knowledge meets with objections on two grounds. In the first place, Northrup Frye, a literary critic, maintains that the relation between literature and literary criticism parallels the relation between nature and the natural sciences. The result of the attitude is the removal of literature from the class of writing which can be considered true or false; as natural phenomena are data for the scientist, so works of literature are data for the critic. Since literature does not present a conceptualized view of the world, the claim is made that the knowledge of the world contained through it is a direct knowledge. The second objection deals with the application of the word "knowledge". It involves the notion that cases in which a knowledge of something is claimed must be cases in which there is a possibility of error. This situation does not exist in the case of knowledge through literature and therefore it cannot legitimately be called knowledge. This objection is met by showing that this view of knowledge leads ultimately to a point at which "knowledge" becomes meaningless. The remainder of the paper is a counter to Frye's objection. It is developed through a comparison of scientific writing and literature both as verbal structures and in their relation to the world and through an alternative statement of the function of criticism. With regard to the features of scientific writing and literature considered as verbal structures, three distinctions are made. The first distinction, which treats of causation, is that causation in scientific writing is proximate and testable whereas causation in literature is ultimate and non-testable. The second distinction is that the universe of a scientific treatise, is the objective universe, while the universe of a work of literature is in a sense discontinuous with that universe. The third distinction is that scientific writing is, objective (not from a particular point of view) while literature is subjective, i. e. the imitation of an action or an evaluation. It is shown how these views are related to the claim that literature is evaluative and science is not. With regard to their relation to the world it is shown that, because of its abstractness, scientific writing offers a clarification of the relationship of entities in the world., Literature, on the other hand, is concrete and particular and, rather than involving conceptual knowledge, involves knowledge through connaturality. Literature clarifies the world by structuring an experience. The particular and general levels of works of literature are discussed with a view to demonstrating the extent to which the experience of a work of literature is a cognitive one. The theory of criticism which follows from the proceeding is one in which explication plays the important role. By making explication the central critical act, the value judgment an the work is avoided. In addition, it is held that the critic should abstain frOM judgment on philosophical issues abstracted from the work and limit his consideration of these issues to showing how they are involved in the work. According to this theory of criticism, criticism and the direct experience of the work are integrally related. With regard to the science of criticism, a systematic body of knowledge about literature, it is suggested that if one is possible it need not involve the separation between the direct experience of literature and criticism which Frye advocates. In conclusion, a distinction is drawn between literature and philosophy on the basis of the latter's being, like science, conceptual knowledge.


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Welcome to Between 2 Tanks! Uprising Meadworks is happy to kick off our weekly Thursday night open mic night. Signups start at 6 with performances from 630-830. We have a small PA that can accommodate singles and duos. Musicians, come share your talents with people in a welcoming, low-key atmosphere. Everyone else, come listen to some local live music while enjoying some mead!
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Death of Two Belugas at Vancouver Aquarium Heightens Debate about Ethics of Captivity
The recent deaths of the Vancouver Aquarium's last two beluga whales have caused notable backlash from animal activists across the country, who continue to challenge the permissibility of cetacean captivity. The aquarium's 30-year-old beluga, Aurora, died on November 25th after over a week of illness, with symptoms including abdominal cramping and a loss of appetite.1,2 Nine days prior, Aurora's calf, Qila, died following nearly identical symptoms.1,2 However, the cause surrounding the deaths is still unknown. "I know there's a lot of questions about what could have caused this double mortality," Lance Barrett, head of the cetacean research program stated. "I can't speculate on that."1
Dozens of animal welfare groups have responded to the incident, urging reconsideration of the policies permitting the captivity of marine animals. These groups, including PETA, have expressed concern over the aquarium's ability to safely and ethically care for marine animals.3 Lifeforce, an ecological awareness organization, issued a statement calling for a ban on capturing whales.2 Meanwhile, the Vancouver Humane Society urged for this ban to extend to all cetaceans, not just whales, suggesting the Vancouver Aquarium instead focus on rescue, rehabilitation, and release.2
Many Vancouverites have expressed views both for and against cetacean captivity. In response, the Vancouver Park Board chair, Sarah Kirby-Yung, proposed a city-wide referendum which would allow the public to vote on whether Vancouver should allow the captivity of whales.1 Still, in recent years, there has been an increased push to acknowledge the rights of animals held in captivity. "Public sentiment appears to be changing," said Ms. Kirby-Yung, "And I think it's important that we have a public dialogue about it."1
Despite the public controversy following the deaths of the belugas, the Vancouver Aquarium has defended its actions and mission in keeping cetaceans captive. In a public statement, the aquarium commented that its practices have inspired visitors and helped in numerous studies regarding the physiology and hearing capabilities of the animals.2 Additionally, the aquarium stated that its cetacean program has brought patrons educational value, thereby encouraging people to donate to research and protection efforts.4 Through the program, the aquarium claims it has played a significant and crucial role in conservation efforts.5
Despite these arguments, many animal rights groups remain unconvinced that the achievements of the aquarium's cetacean program outweigh its potential harm to wildlife. Cetaceans have complex needs, both socially and biologically, that some experts feel cannot be properly met in captivity. "We know that they are intensely social mammals with complex and lengthy migrations, and that they use a whole bunch of different habitats in different times of the year, and that they are acoustic communicators, reports Hal Whitehead, marine mammal expert at Dalhousie University.4 "There is no way even the best captive situation has even the slightest approximation to that."4
With growing evidence regarding the needs of cetaceans, many have raised concerns over putting the educational and entertainment purposes of cetacean exhibits ahead of the animals' overall wellbeing. In light of the incident at the Vancouver Aquarium, the Vancouver Humane Society and Zoocheck, a Canadian-based wildlife protection charity, published a report entitled "A Crumbling Case for Cetacean Captivity?" to determine how much of an impact the aquarium has had on research in the field.6 The groups determined that keeping marine animals in captivity as a means to learn about and conserve them was not a strong enough justification for removing the animals from their natural habitat.5 Additionally, the study concluded that most research can be completed without the need for captivity, as demonstrated through many scientific studies involving wild cetaceans, compared to 13 studies done in the past 30 years on cetaceans living at the Vancouver Aquarium.5
Jule Woodyer, Zoocheck campaigns director, responded to her own group's findings, noting, "Given that the biological and behavioural needs of whales and dolphins cannot be met in an aquarium and there is little, if any, value in the education or conservation programs associated with keeping cetaceans on exhibition, it is time to empty the tanks."6 Ms. Woodyer also emphasized that most data collected on captive cetaceans is not applied to their wild counterparts due to the differences in behavior and lifestyle between captive and wild animals.5 Further, the study found that there was no real way to measure if the aquarium's efforts actually aided in conservation.5 The findings of the study demonstrate the increased push from animal rights activists to place a full ban on the captivity of cetaceans.
While there remains debate about the benefits of keeping animals in captivity, recent years have seen an increased demand from the public, and from animal activist groups, to reform aquariums and serve the best interests of animals according to their biological nature. This shift in public opinion has been seen through recent changes in aquarium operations and governmental policy; according to marine mammal scientist Dr. Naomi Rose, in just the past few years alone, "Ontario banned the possession of orcas, the National Aquarium announced plans to retire its dolphins to a seaside sanctuary, [and] SeaWorld pledged to end the breeding of its captive orcas," among an array of other efforts.6
With the possibility of legislation changes to block the import of cetaceans and limit their captivity all together, the Vancouver Aquarium may soon follow suit.
"2nd beluga whale dies at Vancouver Aquarium in less than two weeks." CBC News. Published November 25, 2016. http://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/british-columbia/aurora-beluga-vancouver-aquarium-dies-1.3869241
Givetash, Linda. "Animal welfare groups criticize Vancouver Aquarium after second beluga whale death." The Globe and Mail. Published November 26, 2016. http://www.theglobeandmail.com/news/british-columbia/animal-welfare-groups-criticize-vancouver-aquarium-after-second-beluga-whale-death/article33058088/
Little, Simon. "PETA and dozens of groups call for ban on cetacean captivity at Vancouver Aquarium." News Talk 980 CKNW. Published December 7, 2016. http://www.cknw.com/2016/12/07/peta-and-dozens-of-groups-call-for-ban-on-cetacean-captivity-at-vancouver-aquarium/
Labchuk, Camille and Hooley, Dan. "The needs of smart and social animals cannot be met in captivity." The Globe and Mail. Published December 8, 2016. http://www.theglobeandmail.com/opinion/the-needs-of-smart-and-social-animals-cannot-be-met-in-captivity/article33278584/
Kretzel, Lasia. "Captive whale research doesn't increase wild conservation, study finds." News 1130. Published December 14, 2016. http://www.news1130.com/2016/12/14/captive-whale-research-doesnt-increase-wild-conservation-study/
"Report challenges claims that keeping whales and dolphins captive is justifiable." CNW. Published December 14, 2016. http://www.newswire.ca/news-releases/report-challenges-claims-that-keeping-whales-and-dolphins-captive-is-justifiable-606508426.html


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Making clinical diagnoses affordable
Nature Medicine
August 1, 2011
An inexpensive technology that would allow for early detection of infectious diseases in resource-limited and remote settings is presented in a new study published online this week in Nature Medicine.
A challenge for science and engineering is to develop technologies that improve human health in the poorest regions of the world, which may not have reliable access to lab areas for clinical testing.
Samuel Sia and his colleagues integrated new procedures for manufacturing, fluid handling and signal detection, into a single, economical, easy-to-use assay for infectious diseases — the "mChip" assay. The researchers tested the 'mChip' in Rwanda on hundreds of locally collected blood samples and found excellent performance in the diagnosis of HIV and syphilis using only one microliter of blood, with a sensitivity that rivals those of reference clinical assays performed in labs.


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November 25, 2014 In Memory of Marion Barry 0 Comment(s)
Early yesterday morning, Marion Barry, D.C. City Councilmember and former mayor, passed away at the age of 78.
We remember him with these archival highlights:
When JHSGW interviewed Barry in 2006 as part of an oral history project documenting the history of Giant Food, he spoke about the 1979 opening of the Giant store at Eighth & O Streets, NW, and its significance in rebuilding the city:
As you can imagine, the city had been devastated with the disorders of '68. Things were burned down, it was a shell of a city, people were depressed, and jobs had been lost from these establishments. So we were anxious to get some consumer goods...and my recollection, I don't even know where the closest Safeway was, but it certainly wasn't around that area of D.C. And we were very ecstatic about that store [Giant at Eighth & O] being opened.
These two items are from the collection of Janice Eichhorn, an activist for Washington, D.C.'s political rights. Eichhorn worked on Barry's staff starting with his 1978 mayorial campaign until 1992, when she retired from her position as a senior policy analyst.
Her papers were contributed to our archives by her sister in 2011.
In a 2010 oral history recorded by Glenn Richter, Ruth Newman, longtime leader of D.C.'s Soviet Jewry movement, recalled seeing Barry at the 1987 Freedom Sunday March for Soviet Jewry on the National Mall:
When we were...marching down Constitution Avenue, out of nowhere came the then Mayor of the City of Washington, Marion Barry. He said, "Washington," [upon seeing] our banner -- 'Washington Committee for Soviet Jewry.' He said, "That's where I belong," and all of a sudden he puts himself between those of us who were carrying the banner. He walked a couple of blocks with us and then he saw somebody else he knew and off he went.


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SEEING BALTIMORE THROUGH THE LENS OF AN $11 CAMERA Photo Book Available
Ages 16-29
Fall 2016, Creative Alliance, Patterson Park
This photography workshop will put to the test the supposed inferiority of a cheap drugstore camera. On the streets of Baltimore student fellows will simultaneously discover and document their lives and those of the greater community via the once novel and now antiquated technology of the disposable camera. The fellows' 4x6 photographs--both color and black and white--will be shared with the public in various ways: collaged into postcards and sent into the world on a 34-cent stamp; through personal journals illustrated with photographs cropped by kiddie scissors; through a public exhibition; and in a photo book with captions written by the fellows and an introduction written by the instructor. The accomplishments will be tangible, both internally and externally. Students will absorb the world they see while sharing it with others, many of whom they did not know or care to know before taking the class. And by the close of the workshop, students will see permanence in what others view as trivial. Limited to 12 student fellows.
For nearly 40 years, Rafael Alvarez has been writing about Baltimore while taking thousands of pictures of his hometown with disposable cameras. A former City Desk reporter for The Baltimore Sun, Alvarez wrote for the HBO drama The Wire, and has published ten books. Educated in Catholic schools, he is a lifelong resident of Baltimore.
Les Gray studies Cinematic Arts at the University of Maryland, Baltimore County and hopes to inspire the community that inspired her.


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While foodies across North America were thrilled to watch Olympic coverage with the rest of the world over the past 2 weeks, they have been quietly gearing up for the big event of the summer: the celebration of Julia Child's 100th birthday this Wednesday, August 15th. In kitchens around the country the smell of great French cooking is filling the air. Continue reading


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Enterprise mobility
Mobility is changing the way we communicate and use applications for personal and business productivity. Telsyte's enterprise mobility research brings together insights to help navigate the rapid pace of mobility technology change with coverage that spans enhancing productivity, MDM and security.
Coverage areas include:
- How organisations procure mobile devices
- How the post-PC device market is changing
- The size of the enterprise mobility market and what is it forecast to reach in 2020
- What is the market split between mobile devices, software and services?
- The market penetration for mobile device management
- How organisations use MDM to manage and secure mobile devices and apps
- What is the state of bring your own device (BYOD) and bring your own apps (BYOA)?
- How people work outside the office, including in remote locations
- Are organisations adopting wearable computers and how are they viewed by CIOs?
- How mobility impacts sales and operations
- Is the CIO losing control of enterprise mobility?
The Telsyte Enterprise Mobility Market Study is for:
- Mobile service provider strategy and marketing professionals
- Business IT leaders delivering strategy presentations
- Handset vendor marketing directors requiring content for campaigns
- MDM and mobile software vendors and service providers
- Market insight professionals performing market intelligence
- PR and marketing professionals looking to maximise their clients' exposure
The study is produced by Telsyte using primary and secondary research:
- Telsyte's ICT decision maker survey 248 senior IT executive respondents
- Financial reports released by vendors and cloud service providers
- Interviews conducted with executives from operators, equipment vendors and software partners
In addition, Telsyte analysts conduct ongoing desk and media secondary research to monitor developments across vendors and geographies.


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A report from the U.S. Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has accused Google of knowingly collecting households' Wi-Fi data, a practice the search giant has long argued happened by mistake during the design of its Street View service.
The FCC's 17-month investigation found that Google supervisors and Street View engineers had known about the plan to collect so-called payload data. The uncensored report raises questions about Google's version of history, which painted the decision as a mistake by a lone engineer (who refused to speak to the FCC by invoking the Fifth Amendment). As Google posted in 2010:
So how did this happen? Quite simply, it was a mistake. In 2006 an engineer working on an experimental WiFi project wrote a piece of code that sampled all categories of publicly broadcast WiFi data. A year later, when our mobile team started a project to collect basic WiFi network data like SSID information and MAC addresses using Google's Street View cars, they included that code in their software—although the project leaders did not want, and had no intention of using, payload data.
As soon as we became aware of this problem, we grounded our Street View cars and segregated the data on our network, which we then disconnected to make it inaccessible. We want to delete this data as soon as possible, and are currently reaching out to regulators in the relevant countries about how to quickly dispose of it.
However, the FCC report cited a feasibility study into Street View by an unnamed Google engineer.
"A typical concern might be that we are logging user traffic along with sufficient data to precisely triangulate their position at a given time, along with information about what they are doing," the engineer had warned.
His report also concluded that privacy discussions were needed with Google's product council. "That never happened," the FCC reported.
The FCC report concluded that Google had not breached U.S. wiretapping laws but sharply criticized the company for obstructing its investigations, fining it $25,000 in the process. In a response, Google accused the FCC of causing delays in the investigation as well.
The data collection occurred during Google's efforts to supplement its map service with shots taken by its fleet of Street View cars.
Google believed it would be possible to offer location services to its users by mapping local area networks and Wi-Fi hot spots, by a process known as "wardriving".
"We decided to voluntarily make the entire document available except for the names of individuals," a Google spokeswoman told the Los Angeles Times. "While we disagree with some of the statements made in the document, we agree with the FCC's conclusion that we did not break the law. We hope that we can now put this matter behind us."
This article was originally published on V3.
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Reading and writing are skills that play a pivotal role in formatting and shaping our everyday experiences. These skills affect everything we do and accomplish in life. Studies have shown that children with a strong literacy foundation become lifelong learners, perform better in schools, develop a strong sense of self and well-being and are more likely to succeed. Researchers are finding that the groundwork for literacy begins as early as day one–from birth.
At Jin-A Child Care Center, we believe in the importance of working together with families to nurture and shape the developing brain. This partnership between caregivers and families offers the best environment for a healthy head start in each child.
On Wednesday, October 19th, Nicole DeNude, professor and mother of 2 Jin-A students, led the workshop on Home School Literacy Link, Part 1. Nicole presented 7 steps of literacy development process, starting from the early stages of life. In this particular class she focused on the first 3 steps including vocabulary, oral language and comprehension.
"Car rides are a great place to practice literacy," said Nicole. Rhyming games, making up stories, and playing I Spy With My Little Eyes, are all effective to enhance vocabulary, oral language, and comprehension.
The grocery store is another excellent time to support literacy development. Parents can use the grocery list to introduce the sounds of different letters and familiarize their children with spelling. Parents can ask engaging questions like: What color is the apple? Where do you think the apples come from? Is the apple big or small? How many apples are in the bag? etc.
Nicole introduced and demonstrated to the parents a research based method of reading called Dialogic reading, which engages children during reading time. Parents can ask probing questions to determine if the content is understood by the child. Parents can ask questions such as: What do you think will happen next? How do you think the character feels? and expand on the child's response. Studies have shown that this technique of reading reinforces language and literacy in the developmental processes of the brain. Diagloic reading cultivates confident readers, enhances comprehension abilities and advances the child's social skills in the future.
The workshop was filled with rich content, involving proven ways children learn. The workshop provided parents with great techniques, tools, and materials to foster literacy in their children. Each family was gifted with a book and games to promote a love of reading in the children at home.
"November 16th is already marked on my Calendar for Part 2!" exclaimed a parent. The general feed back from the parents who attended, expressed how they gained insight and value from the class. Childcare and refreshments will be provided for Part 2, Home School Literacy Link. Again, save the date for November 16th, from 5pm to 6pm. We truly appreciate everyone's time and hope that we can continue providing great resources to support families to advance each child to their full potential. See you there!
Source: Article by National Geographic in their Baby Brain Section called, The First Year. National Geographic, The First Year


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LucidBeings wants to work with you! If you have an awesome idea or way that we can work together, please get in contact with us! Below are just a few examples of ways we can engage.
Workshops, Master Classes and Residencies
Franki and Jeanna teach dancers of all ages and abilities in various school, studio, and university settings throughout the DMV area. In particular, Franki's passion and experience teaching dance in the public school system provides a great platform for engagement with the company as she holds her K-12 Dance Education certification for the State of Maryland and has worked with underprivileged student populations for the past 5 years. As a team, Franki and Jeanna enjoy leading partnering sessions but are happy to customize a class based on the unique needs of your dancers!
Commissioned Choreography
Franki and Jeanna both love to meet new people and learn more about the members of their dance community! The two have a unique way to engage with the creative process that is both organic and dynamic, and they love being able to share the creative process with new groups. Their creative work together tends to highlight relationships among people and emphasize authenticity. Their work can be commissioned for your next concert or performance!
Students with Special Needs
Jeanna has 11 years of experience as a Behavioral Therapist for children, teenagers and adults with special needs, with a certification in Applied Behavioral Analysis and Autism Movement Therapy. She enjoys running adaptive workshops and classes for the special needs population as a way to engage and inspire students through dance.


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A boss tells a blonde applicant, "I'll give you $8 an hour, starting today, and in three months, I'll raise it to $10 an hour. So when would you like to start?" She replies, "In three months."
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It's Q&A time again!
One of our customer asked "How can I add a design flare and make my dinning room brighter and larger?"
We looked no further than Houzz.com for a reference article and our past experience in custom framing mirrors. The solution? Similar to the following Houzz image, we framed a large horizontal mirror in a wonderful contemporary black and silver moulding that worked perfectly with the decor and accent colors. We brought in a 1.5" beveled mirror with an overall size of 72" horizontal by 36" vertical.
The mirror was a hit and exceeded our clients expectations.
Installation was a snap and her dinning room was brighter, "wider" and the contemporary design of the custom mirror was just the thing for her room and decor.
Want more inspiration? Erika Ward, Owner and Principal Designer of Erika Ward Interiors has a great article at Houzz found here: Small-Space Secret: A Great Big Mirror
We have to agree with her article:
"Mirrors in home decor, especially oversized mirrors, are assets when positioned to accentuate your home's best features. Framed or unframed, mounted or free-standing, mirrors are hardworking and can double your decorating dollar. You may live in only 500 square feet, but the right mirror can make it appear much larger."
"When placed in a dark room, an oversized mirror eagerly exposes any bit of light and radiates it throughout the entire room."
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Soon after three weeks of consecutive interactions with all forms of Kiwis, we decided that we wouldn't contain our excitement anymore but to begin part two of our trip-to travel. Besides, most of our friends had or planned to move on already so we thought might as well lift the light spirit higher and have fun all together! Our route were slightly more complex than general backpackers in NZ because we were accommodating to a couple other friend's travel dates so that we could travel together. Time is of an essence... So I wouldn't advice anybody to follow the sequence of my travel and please pardon the messy sequence.
Firstly, we headed to Mt Manganui and then was the start of our buffet craze but i'll come back to that again. We met a pair of loving Malaysians outside a restaurant and started a conversation until the end of dinner. We felt welcome on our first day and thought that the night couldn't get any better with their company. The pair shared with us lots of personal life stories that were engaging and even offered to bring us around in their car the next day. For the next few days S & P brought us on a mini tour around tauranga, invited us to their house and brought us to visit their newly bought section at welcome bay. Even until today, i'm still marveled at the kind of relationship we've forged, they treated us like their grandchildren and they called/texted every there and then until our last day in NZ. They even pre-invited our families over to their place to stay the next time we visit. The pair of old folks were so precious, they certainly were a great part of my great wonders in NZ.
Not forgetting our hike up the perfect scenery Mt Managanui, we stayed up there the whole afternoon to enjoy our mini picnic, spend some therapeutic time writing postcards to our loved ones and relax at the tip top of the mount with our story books until winter got colder in the evening. It was a perfect Sunday being in awe of His wonders.
1.Sunrise 2.Sea shells picking at the beach 3.Aging couples watching the scenery 4.Almost the peak of Mt M. 5.Golden Kiwis for picnic 6.Brunch at Cafe Eighty Eight
Next, the bus brought us to the place that smells like fart. It has intimidating geothermal activities, relaxing hot spring to soak in, 16 lakes and a city rich in the Maori culture. O and it seems like a pretty good place for buffets too! In ten days we had 4 buffets-Indian, Mongolian, Chinese and Hangi. We were staffed to almost death but i'm proud to say that we have such adaptable tastebuds and invincible elastic stomachs. I rank that week best, including the activities we did like the 7m(highest commercialize)White Water Rafting, Maori Tour, Hells Gate(Mud spa), Waikite Valley Thermal Pools, hiked The Redwoods, hitch hiked around and visited the Musuem at the Government's Garden. Besides, we even experienced working for accommodation which was pretty good considering that Rotorua has the best YHA. Soon enough, we fell in love with that city despite of the occasional pungent.
But we knew that there were more waiting for us to venture to, so we left Rotorua with all good and fun experiences locked in our memories, as we travelled down to Napier the Art Deco City then to Wellington the Capital-which i will continue in the next post.
Blogging about NZ is always so amazing, memories are so vivid, it's as though i've been teleported back to the country full of lovely people and sceneries all over again... As for now, it's bed time because school has officially began. Have a great day, we're half way through the working week! Cheers!
1.Lake Rotorua 2.Government's Garden 3.Maori Village Tour 4.Hangi Meal 5.Latin American food at Sabroso Restaurant
Photos by HuiZhen & Myself


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This has to be biggest controversy Kapil Sharma is facing after his spat with Colors. But unlike last time when we saw his show's entire team standing by his side, things are a little different now. This time, the conflict is within his own onscreen family, and Kapil is at the receiving end. Kapil's open fight with Sunil Grover is only gaining pitch with every new tweet the two are sharing.
Tuesday began with Kapil Sharma's clarification and apology on allegedly physically and verbally assaulting Sunil Grover aboard a flight from Australia while being drunk. Soon, Sunil also broke his silence and shared a long post, obviously sounding deeply hurt. Taking to social media and mentioning Kapil, Sunil wrote, "Just one advice start respecting human beings also apart from animals. All are not as successful as you are. All are not as talented as you are. But if they all are talented like you, who will value you. So, have some gratitude towards their existence." It seems the breach between Sunil and Kapil is final and Kapil Sharma's Show Dr Mashoor Gulati may not return.
Earlier, Kapil Sharma followed his clarification on Facebook with a heartfelt apology on Twitter, "Paji @WhoSunilGrover sry if I hurt u unintentionally.u knw vry well how much I luv u. M also upset .love n regards always:)." Sunil's tweet came early on Tuesday morning, and captioned it, "From a friend, with love @KapilSharmaK9."
Also read | Why Kapil Sharma assaulted Sunil Grover: Here's a break-up of what went wrong between the comic duo
Kapil had physically and verbally attacked Sunil on flight from Melbourne in an inebriated condition. He is reported to have said, "Teri aukaat kya hai jo tu mujhko aisa bole?" In his reply, Sunil wrote, "Bha hi! Yes, You hurt me deeply. We with you has been a learning experience. Just one advice start respecting human beings also apart from animals. All are not as successful as you are. All are not as talented as you are. But if they all are talented like you, who will value you. So, have some gratitude towards their existence. And also, If someone is correcting you, don't abuse that person. Refrain from using foul language In front of women who had nothing to do with the stardom you carry, they are by chance just traveling with you. Thanks for making me realise it was your show and you have power to throw out anybody, anytime. You are the wittiest, and the best in your field. But don't act like a 'God'. Take good care of yourself. Wish you lot more success and fame."
See both Kapil Sharma and Sunil Grover's latest Twitter posts here:
Paji @WhoSunilGrover sry if I hurt u unintentionally.u knw vry well how much I luv u. M also upset .love n regards always:)
— KAPIL (@KapilSharmaK9) March 20, 2017
From a friend, with love @KapilSharmaK9 pic.twitter.com/2c7uQ5jqH5
— Sunil Grover (@WhoSunilGrover) March 21, 2017
But, Kapil seems to be 'impressed' by Sunil's advice to him. He wen on to share a few more posts, one of which reads, "@WhoSunilGrover paji dil jitt liya tusi.. now I love u more n more n more .. hun bada mazaa aan wala a.. akal aan to baad.. I love u."
While Sunil's tweet strongly hints that he is done with Kapil's show, he did not even show up for its shoot on Monday evening. Kapil later also shared the updates from the show's shooting by writing, "@WhoSunilGrover today packed up at 6 am after so long n I missed so many things.. love u .. see u in evening at ur home ." Now, we are wondering how Sunil is going to react to this 'invitation.'
See latest tweets of Kapil Sharma for Sunil Grover:
@WhoSunilGrover paji dil jitt liya tusi.. now I love u more n more n more .. hun bada mazaa aan wala a.. akal aan to baad.. I love u.
— KAPIL (@KapilSharmaK9) March 21, 2017
@WhoSunilGrover today packed up at 6 am after so long n I missed so many things.. love u .. see u in evening at ur home
— KAPIL (@KapilSharmaK9) March 21, 2017
Also read earlier post shared by Kapil Sharma on his fight with Sunil Grover:
On Monday night, the whole cast of The Kapil Sharma Show were seen at the sets along with Naam Shabana stars Taapsee Pannu and Manoj Bajpayee, but Sunil was not here. This is strange because Sunil is hardly ever missing from Kapil Sharma Show.
See latest pics from The Kapil Sharma Show sets, as they shoot with Naam Shabama stars Taapsee Pannu and Manoj Bajpayee:
And this just happened :)
Watch out this weekend 🤡 #NaamShabana pic.twitter.com/4sKSqQNf6r
— taapsee pannu (@taapsee) March 20, 2017
Sunil, who plays the popular character of Dr Mashoor Gulati and Rinku Bhabhi in the show, is definitely a character who adds a lot of fun and pizzazz to the show. Sources in Kapil's camp are still insisting that Sunil will join the shooting later this week but it seems the truth will only be revealed with time.
Read what actually happened between Kapil Sharma and Sunil Grover:
A source is said to have told media, "Sunil is numbed by the way Kapil assaulted him during a flight from Melbourne, where they did a stage show. He was merely trying to calm down Kapil, who was drunk and hurling abuses at another team member, Chandan (Prabhakar)."
Kapil allegedly also took a swipe at a comedy show, Mad in India, that Sunil had launched after parting ways with him after their first fall-out in 2014. "A female passenger asked Kapil to keep quiet, so Sunil told him, 'Paaji tussi gaali mat do'. But, this angered Kapil further and he started abusing him. Sunil also lost his temper but was stopped by the other members of the team. He then walked to the economy class but Kapil followed him and hit him," the same report said.
Sources also added that Kapil even hurled abuses at colleagues Ali Asgar aka Naani and Kiku Sharda aka Bumper Lottery, calling them "per day artistes" or daily wage earners, according to Spotboye. He even threatened to end their acts on his show.