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7 Inspiring Book That Will Change Your Life

Lifestyle

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June 28, 2019

7 Inspiring Book That Will Change Your Life

From time to time it is necessary to become philosophical and read the reflections of other people. Experiences, emotions, small glimpses of creativity and a thousand and one motivating phrases that can help us in our day to day are collected in hundreds of books. They are not self-help books, far from it, they are life guides full of different tips and visions that will help you on more than one occasion. Get rid of that idea of the head and fascinate yourself with the best motivating books that you will not get tired of reading again and again.

Good literature transports us to imaginary worlds or returns us a glance of the reality in which we had not noticed. It is the power of books, whose inspiring power transcends ideologies and generations. Next, we propose a selection of ten books whose influence is still palpable, a list, of course, incomplete, since each reader will always have their own set list to share.

1. It’s Not How Good You Are, It’s How Good You Want to Be

I discovered this book by Paul Arden some time ago and since then it has become one of my favourites. It is small, easy to read and most inspiring. It is a small bible written in an advertising key, in which the author does not hesitate to make the reader delve into his most hidden talent to get the best out of himself.

Is it better to make a mistake than to be right? Paul Arden thinks yes and in ” You can be all the good you want to be ” you will discover why.

2. ‘Creativity, Inc.’ by Ed Catmull

There is nobody who does not know Pixar, well, the co-founder and president of Disney and Pixar, Ed Catmull, develops the idea of creativity in one of the best-selling books in this field, ” Creativity Inc. “. Talking about toys without looking cheesy seemed like something from another world, but Pixar did it and in this book, he explains how, and according to Ed Catmull: creativity has no limits unless you impose them.

3. ‘The power of positive thinking’ by Norman Vincent Peale

Control over emotions, power over thoughts or clarity when making decisions are some of the guidelines that we will find among the pages of this bestseller.

“Get ready for tomorrow working well today” or ” The great secret to get what you want out of life is to know what you want , and to firmly believe that you can reach it” are some of the inspiring phrases that can be found in the book ” Power of positive thinking “by Norman Vincent Peale, writer and creator of the theory with the same name as his work.

4. ‘Never eat alone’ by Keith Ferrazzi

Relationships matter, they are necessary. Keith Ferrazzi finds in relationships the way to success, the motivation part of the good management of a well-designed network of contacts.

In his work, the author explains how to create that network of contacts, how to be shown to the rest of society and how to generate a person image that can be motivating for others.

Give for the sheer pleasure of helping is the author’s maxim, discover the rest in ” Never eat alone .”

5. ‘Diary of Anna Frank ‘

Few narrations have the descriptive authority accredited by Anna Frank, the 13-year-old girl who transcribed the concerns and dreams of a girl who is forced to hide, with her family, from the Nazi persecution of the Jews.

The words of Anna Frank are still moving for their struggle, articulated through a look, that despite the atrocities that surround it, believes in humanity and its good purposes.

6. The Monk who sold his Ferrari ‘ by Julian Mantle

Julian Mantle is an ambitious lawyer of success to whom a heart attack makes him see the existential void that dominates his life. The protagonist of this novel by Robin Sharma, a well-known Canadian author specialized in issues of emotional intelligence and leadership, travels to the Himalayas in search of the balance that will provide his stay among the monks of the monastery.

7. ‘Man’s Search for Meaning’

The Austrian psychiatrist of Jewish origin Viktor Frankl (1905-1997) survived the concentration camps of Auschwitz and Dachau. His wife and parents died there. Frankl decided to give testimony of the horror that had lived, but with positive lessons. One of them, the capacity of choice that survives in man even in the most desperate situations: “Man can be snatched everything except the last of human liberties, the choice of personal attitude before a set of circumstances, to decide his own path. “

Dreams, ideals and goals are not achieved if we do not take action, and this action must be driven by a driving force: the belief in your goals . “This desire must be transformed into a driving force for the actions to be carried out,” says Tony Robbins, who explains in ” Awakening the inner giant ” a motivating guide to achieve our goals.

The Top 14 Typical Indian Dishes That You Should Try in India

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The Top 14 Typical Indian Dishes That You Should Try in India

Nothing better than being transported by the aromas and the taste of Indian cuisine. Travelling is also eating, so we leave you with the 14 best dishes of Indian cuisine. The gastronomy of a country is a perfect way, not only to enjoy a good meal but also to know the culture and customs of the place you are travelling.

If you have arrived here, you are probably planning your trip to this fascinating country. So the first thing you have to know is that there are 14 dishes that you should not miss to try the best of this Rich cuisine.

But first of all, we want to explain what Indian cuisine is like and what kind of food you are going to try in this country. In India, the first thing that attracts attention is the taste of spices and condiments, always perfectly combined to enhance the delicious taste of the dishes.

Trevor James from Food Ranger on a DEEP Street Food TOUR in Amritsar PUNJAB — Trevor James (Food Ranger) on a DEEP Street Food Tour in Amritsar PUNJAB

Some of the most characteristic Indian flavours are cayenne, clove, ginger, cardamom or saffron. With a mixture of these and other spices, you get the famous garam masala or the curries that, after all, are the perfect blend of various condiments.

In Indian cuisine, you will find all kinds of stews and vegetables, rice and vegetables, always with curries or masalas. A truly exotic flavour that is sometimes accompanied by chai (tea), one of the country’s flagship drinks that is also served with spices and aromatic herbs.

Indian Starters or Snacks

1. Samosa

The samosas are a typical dish of India but also of other near countries like Pakistan or the Tibet. It is a dish that is also common in Indian restaurants in Europe. Inside the samosa, there is a potato filling accompanied by vegetables.

The texture of the outer dough is very crispy and served fried. Like many dishes in the country, it is a vegetarian snack.

2. Masala Dosa

The masala dosa is a kind of crêpe or galette rolled with potatoes, onion, curry, turmeric, cilantro, rice and lentils. It is a forceful dish since inside this crêpe there are many more ingredients hidden, accompanied by coconut chutney.

This dish is vegetarian and also has a spicy point — the famous dish from southern India known as South Indian Dosa.

Is usually served in two different sizes. It is a dish that is eaten with bare hands, and you can find it in street stalls as well as in restaurants.

3. Chole Bhature

When you are in Delhi, the capital of India, you can not miss the chole bhature. It is a fried bread that is swollen and eaten with chole, a paste of spicy chickpeas and spices. This combination is designed for you to dip the bread in the chole and enjoy a pleasant contrast between the milder flavour of the bread and the spiciness of the sauce.

This dish is originally from Punjab and is usually eaten as a quick meal or for breakfast. If you take it as breakfast you will see that it is often accompanied by lassi, a drink made with coconut, water, spices, yoghurt and, sometimes, fruit.

4. Bhelpuri

This snack is made with a base of chickpea flour noodles, puffed rice and tamarind sauce. Sometimes it is served in cone format with a teaspoon and can be taken while visiting the city.

It is usual to see it in Bombay, especially in the beach area, where people come to take this tasty snack.

5. Kati Roll

If you want to try an authentic kebab, sure the Kati rolls will enchant you: a dough of paratha bread rolled with vegetables inside.

It is also common to find Kati rolls with chicken meat. It is taken accompanied by a refreshing sauce, lime or lemon or chaat masala, a mixture of spices containing powdered mango.

6. Daulat ki Chaat

The Daulat ki chaat is a kind of soufflé – as the Indian food critic Pushpesh Pant calls it – made with milk, cream, sugar, pistachios and spices like saffron. It is especially prevalent in the city of Delhi, especially when the temperatures are pleasant since the heat undoes it.

Typical Main Indian Dishes

7. Kashmiri Aloo Dum

Kashmiri Aloo Dum is a vegetarian dish based on potatoes. It is a recipe that is part of the traditional culinary culture of the Kashmir region, in the state of Jammu and Kashmir, in the north of the country. Even so, this dish can be eaten throughout the country in different versions.

To prepare the Kashmiri Aloo Dum what they do is first fry the potatoes in oil and then slowly cook them in a unique spicy sauce that adds a touch of grace to the dish.

8. Tandoori Chicken

Tandoori chicken is a popular dish in Southeast Asian cuisine. It consists of a chicken roasted in the oven with spices. In fact, tandoor means clay oven and is cooked with wood and charcoal.

The mixture of species with which the chicken is cooked is called tandoori masala. This mixture can consist of coriander, cumin, garlic, cinnamon, cardamom, cayenne, pepper, ginger, clove and bay leaf, among others. But you must bear in mind that the proportions and number of species of the tandoori masala will vary according to the region of India in which you find yourself.

9. Chicken Tikka Masala

Chicken tikka masala has come to the West as one of the most international Indian recipes. Despite this, there is nothing like tasting an authentic tikka masala chicken in India, where you can try the real recipe of this favorite dish.

This dish is made up of chicken tikka – that is, chicken marinated with yoghurt and spices cooked in the oven – and masala sauce. Masala literally means ” mixture of spices “, so the dish has a very aromatic flavour. It is cooked, also, with tomato sauce and coconut milk.

Indian Sweets

10. Mithaa paan

In the north of India, especially in towns like Bombay, Agra or in the area of Rajasthan, you can find the mithaa paan. The paan is formed by a rolled betel leaf that contains other ingredients, customarily salted.

In the case of mithaa paan, the flavour is sweet (thanks to the fresh fennel, cardamom or coconut, depending on the recipe) and for this reason, it is exceptionally pleasant for adults.

There are some scriptures in the cookbook Nimmatnama-i Nasiruddin-Shahi that already describe paan recipes, so it is a kind of centennial dish that has lasted to this day.

11. Jalebi

When walking through an Indian city, you see a dessert in the shape of a flower or a spiral, and you will surely be in front of the well-known jalebi. These sweets are made with maida flour, sugar and oil and are bathed in a syrup with cardamom, saffron and lemon, which gives them a very characteristic flavour.

The jalebi is also known as zulbia and is popular in several Asian and North African countries. They are served cold and sometimes tempered, and when you bite them, you will notice the small sugar crystals inside. They are usually accompanied by lemon juice or rose water.

12. Falooda

And if what you are looking for is a refreshing drink, a perfect alternative is the falooda. This drink is made with milk, basil seeds, ice cream, vermicelli noodles, fruit and ice cream.

A mixture that may be curious for the traveller but is widespread in northern India or Myanmar. There are some variants of this drink that are accompanied by some type of syrup, such as rose water.

Typical Indian drinks

13. Masala chai

For breakfast or after dinner, an excellent option to finish the meal is with a good masala chai. The vendors of travelling tea sell it, especially during the evening when the workers return to their homes and take it on the way.

Masala chai is a tea that is boiled with water and milk accompanied by various spices, such as cardamom, cloves or pepper.

14. Chaas

Chaas is a typical drink throughout the country. It is characterized by being a drink made from yoghurt, which gives it a slightly creamy texture, cold water, salt and spices like cumin. The yoghurt can be of the day or yoghurt that is already a bit sour, which will give it a slightly stronger flavour.

In India, it is believed that this drink has digestive properties. Its flavour is refreshing, perfect for the hottest days in India. It is taken all year round, especially in summer, accompanied by ice.

So, Have you planned of travelling to India? Discover our itineraries and start preparing an unforgettable trip to India!

TDS Rate Higher Than Your Comfort? Ways to Reduce the TDS Rates

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June 26, 2019

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TDS Rate Higher Than Your Comfort? Ways to Reduce the TDS Rates

Is your TDS rate higher than your comfort? Ways to reduce the rates

According to the provision of Section 197 in the Income Tax Act 1961, facilities of giving low tax or zero deduction of TDS (which is known as TDS exemption). The balance between the requirement of cash by the taxpayer and realizing the Government dues is the main provision of this section.

Meaning of TDS?

The abbreviation of Tax Deducted At Source is TDS. According to the income tax act, after a certain threshold limit income, a minimum percentage prescribed by the government which will be deducted as tax from the income such as salaries, fees, commission, rent, etc.

A company or an individual who makes payment of the deductible amount as tax to the government is called ‘Deductor’, on the other hand, receiving an end of the payment is called ‘Deductee’. Payment of tax can be in any mode, be it cash, cheque, or card.

Provision of 197 and 197a

Two sections of the Income Tax Act provide the ways to lower tax rate deduction exemption or even facility to file NIL. In any case at the time of filing return, the taxpayer thinks that the tax liability is significantly or considerably less than that of paid, then he/she claim the refund for the same amount. However, section 197 and 197A provides to file no TDS in any case taxpayer thinks his tax liability for a year is zero or nil.

For file at a low rate or nil filing, the taxpayer needs to submit an application along with form 13 to the Assessing officer of the income tax department. The taxpayer can claim a refund in their annual return in case he/she does not apply for a certificate.

Where One Can Avail No TDS

Selling of immovable property by a non-resident.
If a business is running in loss.
If the profit of a business is not up to taxable purview.
Deduction of profit u/s.10 eligibility.
Weighted deduction of expenditure eligibility.

Circumstances for a Lower TDS Allowed

Section 197 empowers the assessing officer to grant a certificate provided he is satisfied that the deduction of tax at a lower rate or no deduction should be made.

To concluding for such satisfaction a mechanism is provided under the rule 28AA of the income tax act 1962.

According to the rule 28AA, the officer assessing tax should be satisfied that tax liability of person whether existing or estimated tax is appropriately deducted at a lower rate or nil tax after deduction. Sub-rule 2 of the rule 28AA depicts the parameters and conditions for the assessing officer for determining the deduction.

How to Move to No TDS or Lower TDS?

Certain procedures are needed to be followed by Assessee they are:-

The deducted tax is at source under sections 192, 193,194, 194A, 194C, 194D, 194G, 194H, 194I, 194J, 194LA, 195.however assessing officer should be satisfied for no or lower tax deduction of TDS.
Submission of an application with form 13 for considering permission for no TDS or lower TDS.
Within 30days that application should be entertained and disposed of by the assessing officer.
At first instance, it is advisable to the taxpayers to file correct information. After being satisfied by the assessing office then he shall conclude by issuing a certificate under section 197.
After that one copy of that certificate attached along with the invoice raised for a lower tax deduction. That certificate is valid as long as AO cancels it. Under sections 194B, 194BB, 194DA, 194E, 194IA nil deduction or lower tax rate are not applicable.
The Deductor must have to validate the PAN details, current fiscal year and certificate number after receiving the certificate. Two flags ‘A’ and ‘B’ raised for a statement of certificate u/s 197 and certificate u/s 197A respectively.

Form 13

TDS u/s 197 - Income Tax Exemption Certificate — Form13 – TDS u/s 197 – Income Tax Exemption Certificate

It is a predefined format under which an application for lower or no TDS u/s 197 is made by a taxpayer. Following information are:

PAN and Name of applicant.
Refund purpose.
Certificate number.
Details of income for the last three years.
Current fiscal income.
Last three year of tax paid.
Current fiscal tax to be paid

Weekly Tech RoundUp! #5 (18 June To 23 June)

Technology

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June 24, 2019

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Hellooooo readers! I know I’m late. And I don’t have any excuse for that. I’m sorry. But better late than never. This Weekly Tech RoundUp! #5 includes an all-new cover story which from now on will be on all Weekly Tech RoundUps.

India to Build an IMEI Database for Lost or Stolen Smartphones!

As reported in The Indian Express, the Department of Telecom (DoT) is readying a one-of-its-kind ‘Central Equipment Identity Register’ (CEIR).
For those who don’t know what IMEI number is, it is a unique 15-digit number which is used to identify each and every phone. (To find the IMEI no. of your phone, open the dial pad and press *#06# works only on Android)
The idea for the IMEI database was proposed back in 2012 and it got approval in 2017.
The Telecom Ministry tested the database in Mumbai and its success there has now prompted for it to be made accessible nationwide.

”The primary objective of the CEIR is to help reduce mobile theft in India by a significant margin.”

Wondering how the database will work? Here’s it. A person who has lost his phone will have to first of all lodge a report with the police. After that, you can call a dedicated helpline and inform the DoT (Department of Telecom) about the loss/theft. The DoT will then blacklist the smartphone making it useless as it won’t be able to access cellular networks in the country.
Along with that, the database will be divided into three parts – white, grey and black. Smartphone labelled as white are those that aren’t lost or stolen. While the smartphone labelled as grey and black, will the ones that are lost or stolen respectively.

Xiaomi India to celebrate their 5th anniversary!

Mi fans! We’re turning 5 and we can’t KEEP CALM. Gear up for a month full of surprises, offers, & announcements. Let’s get the celebrations started! #MiTurns5
RT if you want to be a part of it. pic.twitter.com/RlSaOCdAsa
— Mi India (@XiaomiIndia) June 21, 2019

In a tweet, on 21st of this month, Xiaomi India’s MD Manu Kumar Jain announced that Xiaomi India is about to turn 5. He added that the first phone they launched was the Mi 3 in July 2019. With the first sale on 22nd July.

Manu also announced that they’ll be celebrating this anniversary with 5 weeks of celebrations. Where every week they’ll be they will have new surprises, offers and product launches. Some product launches that will take place in these 5 weeks are of the Redmi K20 Pro (confirmed), Mi Band 4 (expected), and Mi Trimmer (as it has been teased in a few tweets from @XiaomiIndia).

Facebook’s All-new Cryptocurrency Libra

Facebook is planning to launch its own cryptocurrency named Libra. It hopes that the currency will “transform the global economy.” Currently being developed by Facebook, but it seems that they will share control with a bunch of organisations including venture capital firms, credit card companies, and other tech giants.

Built on the top of its blockchain-based network, Libra will most probably be integrated in Facebook Messenger, and WhatsApp with a separate app too. With this Facebook will also launch a subsidiary company named Calibra which will develop products and services around Libra.

Super Mario Battle Royale is Out!

You can see the trend of Battle Royale games everywhere (even Tetris has an online mode). So, why is Super Mario behind? Well, no more. The Battle Royale version of the free browser game is out. Although it is not an official game from Nintendo, a company named InfernoPlus has developed the game.

The game pits 75 players against each other in a quick jaunt through classic stages fromSuper Mario Bros.andThe Lost Levels. You can play the game right here now live. But it seems that Nintendo will soon remove the game for making unauthorised mutation of its intellectual property.

Have a look at the Warmth Adjustable Display of the new Kindle Oasis!

This new 10th Gen Kindle Oasis features the largest ever display on a Kindle. The device has 7” 300 PPI using the latest e-ink technology and a sleek ergonomic design with page turn buttons, perfect for one-handed reading. For better reading experience in any lighting condition, the device is also equipped with adjustable arm light.

The Kindle Oasis is IPX8 rated for protection against immersion in water up to two meters of fresh water for up to 60 minutes. Most importantly, the price of the device is 21,000 INR and it will come on 19th next month. Details can be found on the device’s page in Amazon.

Mi Band 4 International Launch is Disappointing!

After releasing the Mi Band 4 in China, Xiaomi has launched it in the international markets. The device will be coming to India most probably in the upcoming 5 weeks. The most apparent upgrade in the Mi Band 4 from its previous band is the display.

The new band has a 0.85” colour AMOLED display without the physical button. The band has an upgraded 130 mAh battery. The thing that’s disappointing is that it won’t come with any AI assistant onboard. although it is worth noting that the band’s Chinese variant has Xiao AI which is Xiaomi’s AI assistant.

The Wizarding World Needs You!

Harry Potter’s AR Game Wizards Unite

If you are a Harry Potter fan, then you must have got it that I’m talking about the new AR game, Harry Potter: Wizards Unite. Niantic (the Pokemon company) and WB Games are developers behind this game. The game can be pre-registered in the App Store, Play Store and Samsung Galaxy Store. You can check out the trailer below. At the time of writing this article, the Play Store sent me a notification telling that the game is available to install. So, keep an eye at the mobisium.com site or subscribe to my mailing list. to get the very first hands-on of the app.

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Better Displays Coming to Macs and Ipads!

iPhones with OLED display — Samsung OLED on upcoming Macs and iPads

Upcoming Apple MacBooks and iPads will reportedly have better OLED displays. The reason behind so is not because Apple wants to make its displays better but because of a deal with Samsung of OLED displays.

The deal could not happen as Apple failed to buy enough screens for iPhones. And now for compensation, or you can say to satisfy the penalty, it’s making the deal. Anyways, We’re going to get better displays on Macs and iPads and that’s what matters.

Vivo’s 120w Flash Charge Can Charge a 4000 Mah Battery in 13 Mins!

Vivo to showcase its new 120W charger in MWC 2019 Shanghai alongside 5G phone

In the MWC 2019 Shanghai, Vivo will showcase its insanely fast 120W Flash Charger. The charger was previously announced by Vivo on Weibo revealing that it can charge a 4000 mAh battery fully in 13 mins and charge it till 50% in 5 mins. Xiaomi has also teased its fast charging tech on Weibo.

Microsoft’s All-new Windows Terminal is Now Available to Download for Windows 10!

Microsoft first showed off its new command line app, named Windows Terminal earlier this year in the company’s annual event Build 2019. In the new Windows Terminal app, you can access the traditional cmd line, PowerShell, and the Windows Subsystem for Linux (WSL). Developers have been using the Windows Terminal from the code available on GitHub. Microsoft has now released an easy installer through the Windows Store.

How to Install Different Versions of Apache Cassandra on Ubuntu 18.04?

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June 24, 2019

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How to Install Different Versions of Apache Cassandra on Ubuntu 18.04?

Apache Cassandra is an open-source, distributed NoSQL database developed at Facebook.Inc by the Avinash Lakshman and Prashant Malik and belongs to the Apache foundation. It aimed at powering Facebook’s search feature. It is a DBMS providing the ability to efficiently handle large amounts of data across the various commodity servers. NoSQL is an ideal choice for scalable applications.

It is available for almost all the major Linux distributions. Apache Cassandra can efficiently support and boost the capability of the applications that require the processing of a lot of data. It has a powerful resource manager that can effectively perform all the tedious tasks.

Others features of the Apache Cassandra is that it has not even a single point of failure. Each node of the arrangement contains different data, but, there is not the presence of a master node, and each node in the cluster can request any service.

Cassandra is being actively used at organizations like Hulu, eBay, Netflix, Reddit, GoDaddy, CERN, etc. Since the Apache Cassandra is decentralized, there is not even a single point of failure.

It has the capability of fault tolerance, meaning that it has the functionality of replication across several of the servers. NoSQL database management systems are safer than the traditional SQL servers in the sense that they are more sheltered from the frequent attacks like SQL injection, etc.

Different Versions of Apache Cassandra (right from its initial release)

The first public release of Apache Cassandra was on April 12, 2010. This release contains the support for Apache Hadoop MapReduce and integrated caching. The next version of the Apache Cassandra, i.e., 0.7, it was released on January 08, 2011. In this edition, it was allowed to change online schemas, and secondary indexes were added. In the next update, i.e., 0.8, the functionality of Cassandra Query Language (CQL) and support for zero-downtime upgrades and self-tuning tables were introduced.

Version 1.0 contains the improved read-performance, integrated compression, and levelled compaction. Version 1.1 was released on Apr 23, 2012. It includes row-level isolation and self-tuning caches. Version 1.2 was released on Jan 2, 2013, and provides request tracing, inter-node communication, and atomic batches.

Version 2.0 was released on September 4, 2013. It contains improved compactions, lightweight transactions, and triggers. In the successive releases, i.e., 2.1, 2.2, and 3.0, there were no significant changes made in them.

The odd numbered releases from 3.1 to 3.10, i.e., 3.1, 3.3, 3.5, 3.7 and 3.9 contained only bug fixes while the even numbered versions, i.e., 3.2, 3.4, 3.6, 3.8 and 3.10 contained both bug fixes and new functionalities and features. All these releases from 3.1 to 3.10 were monthly updates.

The latest addition in the Apache Cassandra is of the version 3.11 on February 11, 2019. Release 3.11 was equipped with critical bug fixes and the addition of new features in it.

In this article, we will be going to learn about the installation process of Apache Cassandra on Ubuntu 18.04.

Java Installation

Since Apache Cassandra is written in the Java Programming language, so the first thing to be kept in mind is to install the Oracle Java JDK. To install the latest version of OpenJDK, enter the below commands in your Ubuntu 18.04 terminal:

sudo apt update

sudo apt install OpenJDK-8-JDK

Install Apache Cassandra

You can either install the Cassandra from its.DEB file or add the official package repository of the Cassandra and make the installation and updating process of the Apache Cassandra a lot easier.

Adding the Official package repository

To install the Apache Cassandra easily, you can add the official repository of the Cassandra by entering the following commands into the terminal:

wget –q -0 – https://www.apache.org/dist/cassandra/KEYS | sudo apt -key add –

sudo sh –c ‘echo “deb http://www.apache.org/dist/cassandra/debian 311x main” > /etc/apt/sources.list.d/cassandra.sources.list’

The above lines will import the GPG key of the repository and add the repository of the Apache Cassandra into a file called cassandra.sources.list.

After running the above commands, run the below commands to install the Apache Cassandra:

sudo apt update

sudo apt install cassandra

Verifying installation

To confirm if everything is working fine, type the following command into the terminal:

nodetool status

Interacting with the Cassandra

One can interact with the Cassandra using the Cassandra Query Language (CQL). To interact with the Cassandra using the CQL, a command line utility named ‘CQLSH’ is required. Just type the below command in the command line to open the CQLSH:

cqlsh

Configuring the Apache Cassandra

Configuring something means arranging several small components in a particular manner to form a complete system.

Cassandra comes with a default configuration that is okay with a single system. But, if the Cassandra is going to be used within a cluster of computing systems, it is advisable to modify Cassandra’s configuration file accordingly.

This configuration file is situated at the /etc/cassandra/. To open the configuration file with the ‘nano’ text editor, type the below command:

sudo nano /etc/cassandra/cassandra.yaml

Modifications to do in the Configuration file

Changing the Cluster name

You can change the cluster name to whatever name you want. To change the cluster name, look out for the below parameter and do the desired changes:

Cluster_name: [some name]

Changing the default data storage port

To change the default data storage port, check for the below parameter, and do the desired changes:

Storage_port: [port_number]

Adding the IP of the nodes that make the cluster

To add the IP addresses of the nodes that make up the cluster, look for the ‘seed_provider’ parameter, and do the changes accordingly.

Seeds: [node 1], [node 2], ……… [node n]

Save & Reload the configuration file

After all the necessary modifications had been made to the configuration file, save and reload the configuration file by entering the following command line command:

sudo systemct1 reload cassandra

Conclusion

Apache Cassandra is a NoSQL database which is an ideal choice for the scalable applications and that require a large amount of data processing. It provides unbeatable results without compromising the performance. In this article, we have learned how to install and configure the Apache Cassandra correctly in Ubuntu 18.04.

What is the Right to Privacy and How It Actually Works?

Informative

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June 24, 2019

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What is the Right to Privacy and How It Actually Works?

Right to Privacy comes under Article 21 of the Constitution of India, which talks about Right to Life and Liberty. What privacy are we talking about here? This right to privacy ensures that if a person wants to remain silent about identity, they must have a right to do so, under certain restrictions. This question of the right to privacy arose when a person tried to challenge the validity of Aadhar Card, Unique Identification Code, saying that it harms the individual’s Right to Privacy.

History of Right To Privacy

Right to Privacy is not a new concept. It has been debated in India for as long as 60 years in India. The question which arose in the case of Maneka Gandhi v. Union of India has been talked over the years. But all the judgments regarding the right to privacy had been conflicting.

In 2015 the question arose as to whether the Aadhar framework is Unconstitutional, regarding the right to privacy, there was a three-judge bench which decided on this case. Although the Attorney General cleared that the right to privacy is a fundamental right under part III of the Constitution but later in the case of MP Sharma an 8 Judge bench gave judgment that Right to Privacy is not exclusively protected by the Constitution.

Thereafter, the five-judge bench referred to the constitutional question to an even larger bench of nine judges to pronounce authoritatively on the status of the right to privacy.

On 24th August 2017, a nine-judge bench of the Supreme Court in Justice K.S. Puttaswamy vs Union of India passed a historic judgment affirming the constitutional right to privacy. It declared privacy to be an integral component of Part III of the Constitution of

India, which lays down our fundamental rights, ranging from rights relating to equality (Articles 14 to 18); freedom of speech and expression (Article 19(1)(a)) freedom of movement (Article 19(1)(d)); protection of life and personal liberty (Article 21) and others. These fundamental rights cannot be given or taken away by law, and all laws and executive actions must abide by them.

Retired judge justice K.S Puttaswamy filed a petition challenging the constitutional validity of this Aadhar project contending that there was a violation of the right to privacy of the citizens since, the registration for Aadhar is made mandatory.

As a result of which all those who don’t even want to register themselves, are not left with an option. Moreover, there is a lack of data protection laws in India and hence, there are chances that the private information of the people may be leaked if proper care is not taken. This will lead to a violation of the right to privacy of the individuals.

How Right to Privacy Works

Right to Privacy of an individual extent as long as their privacy doesn’t affect the public at large. Before the rights included in Article 21 of the Constitution, maintaining social order and justice is the primary objective of the law. Fundamental rights cannot be granted, setting aside the norms set for maintaining social order. In Govind v. State of M.P 1975 SCC 148; the Court laid down the following observation

The court cannot completely rely on a right which is not expressly granted by the Constitution. If the Court did so then it would compel the citizens to question the judicial reliability.
Right to privacy cannot be an absolute right and it has to comply with the “state interest test”.
Surveillance cannot be said to be violating the right to life and also right to privacy because only those criminals who are suspected of committing a crime are put under surveillance. This step is necessary to prevent the commission of further crimes.

Why Right to Privacy is Important

Now it is in the Constitution that Right to Privacy is a fundamental right. The judgment of the Supreme Court is correct in all its sense which says that with the growing information technology, privacy needs to be a fundamental right. And if there arises a conflict between infringement of privacy rights and public interest, reasonable care should be taken to see what holds more Importance. After all individual interest cannot override public interest.

Rights of an Employee When Company Goes Bankrupt.

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June 21, 2019

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Rights of an Employee When Company Goes Bankrupt.

Employees are the most valuable asset of a company. But what happens when the company goes insolvent? What happens to the employees, their jobs and the money due to these employees?

Which is why the Government of India promulgated laws which state the rights of an employee when the company goes bankrupt. The Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code (the BCI) was enacted in order to promote the maximization of the value of assets in a time-bound manner. This code works towards effective protection and to put to Justice, the creditors against the unscrupulous debtors who may misuse the reason for insolvent in order to run away from their liabilities.

Under this code, the National Company Law Tribunal was enacted whereby the conductive and efficacious implementation of the IBC is being carried out, which has instilled confidence among the creditors for systematic and speedy reform. This remedy under the IBC is also available to the unpaid employees of the debtor which is now a growing concern and is being recognized by the judiciary as well.

The National Company Law Tribunal has in their recent case under IBC admitted a case of non-payment to the employees. As of the provisions of the IBC, employees are now considered as the operational creditors in respect of their pending salaries which would be considered as dues on the account of the employer.

Here Are Certain Rights Available to the Employees When the Company Goes Bankrupt

1. Employees to be Considered as Operational Creditors

Previously if a company went bankrupt, the employees were left jobless with dues in their salary. Such employees who support a big family and education of kids suffer when a company goes bankrupt and there is no recourse for their loss. But since the IBC was enacted, it gave the employees a chance to get paid off their unpaid hours and hard work in the company.

And hence now the National Company Law Tribunal under the provisions of the IBC, employees are now considered as the operational creditors in respect of their pending salaries which would be considered as dues on the account of the employer.

2. Speedy Trials for the Employees

Again previously the employees suffered years for their trials to come to conclusions and to get paid of their salaries. Some times the proceedings are stretched as long as 10-15 years, in which case most of the employees are already dead before the case came to a decision.

Hence under the IBC, the employees are now provided with rights for speedy trials. The employees of a number of companies including Zeal Global projects, Applied Electromagnetics Pvt. Ltd. and Phadnis Properties have initiated recovery proceedings under the IBC. A time limit of 180 days is been provided to come to a resolution which helps in early proceedings and conclusion which in turn restores the faith among employees in Justice.

3. Salaries to Innocent and Sincere Employees

With the advent of the IBC, there has been a shift in how employees feel about their jobs. Previously the employees used to be constantly scared of being terminated and thrown out of jobs with or without the reason of insolvency. But today this is changed, now the employees are provided Justice through the way of rights.

Where if they had been terminated innocent or the sincere employees who delivered their services during the tenure of their employment. These employees are provided with proper recourse when the employer tries to run away from his liabilities under the shield of insolvency.

4. Entitlement to Distribution of Sale Proceeds

Now under the laws of IBC, the employees are recognized are secured, creditors. Which means that the employer is liable to pay to his unpaid employees as he would to any other creditor. In the recent judgment, it has been stated that the employees acquire the standing of the secured creditors on and from the date of order of liquidation and become entitled to the distribution of sale proceeds.

This means that whenever the company is under liquidation the employees will be entitled to have their share in the distribution of sale of assets of the company. National Company Law Tribunal has made it rather easier for employees to get recourse and compensation for their damage.

Top 9 True Wireless Earphones Under 10000 Rupees

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June 21, 2019

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Top 9 True Wireless Earphones Under 10000 Rupees

In the era of technology where everything is getting wireless, When the wireless earphones were introduced, there was a certain level of panic and disparity between the consumers, mobile companies removing their headphones jacks and forcing us to use Type-C or wireless audio peripherals.

However, now with people becoming habitual, it has become easier for them to adapt to this technology more seamlessly. Wireless Headphones are quite the rage mostly because of the ease of movement provided to the user while talking on or listening to music over their phone. They are a boon for the people who are always on the move.

Easy voice assistance meticulously crafted to perfection.

The true wireless earphones do not have any cable or extension. The convenience offered by these earphones is the next level as they completely remove the need to detangle the wires every time. Once set up, it is easy to pair them again with the phone anytime via automatic syncing. The connectivity happens via Bluetooth and the frequencies emitted are thousand times lesser than those of a standard phone. Additionally, these earphones have the feature of noise cancellation and echo reduction which increases the clarity of the sound delivered.

There are a number of options available in the market at an increasingly competitive price. Further, we are listing down the five most famous and decently priced ones to help you make the best decision possible.

What is True Wireless Earphones?

“ Wireless “ is defined as there is a minimal wire which is connected to the earpiece while the “True Wireless” does not have any kind of wires connected. These are mostly called “Earbuds” which are very compact in design and are a size of a coin or so offers good audio quality. Here is the list of few True Wireless Earphones which might interest you.

1. Sony WF-SP700N

Pros:

Digital Noise Cancellation
Ambient Sound Mode
IPX4 Certified
Extra Bass
3 Hr Battery Backup

Cons:

Expensive
Big in size compared to normal

Price: Rs. 10,009

Available at Flipkart/Amazon

Get the most out of every workout with the truly wireless Sony WF-SP700N headphones. Has Noise Cancelling technology that blocks out distractions to keep you focused, while Ambient Sound Mode lets you enjoy your music and still hear your surrounding with an easy hands-free button you can receive any call with ease and can stay in your ear for long hours. Google assistant is enabled so you don’t have to take out your phone every time comes with a charging pouch which gives you an additional 6 hours of charge.

2. Skullcandy Push S2BBW-L638

Pros:

Great bass
Loud vocals
Decent battery life
Fast type C charging
Good range of physical button controls
Great fit

Cons:

Big charging case
Big sized pods (subjective)
Occasional lagging in connectivity
Average build quality

Price: Rs. 9,099

Available at Amazon

The true wireless earphones by Skullcandy are bold in colour and sleek in style. The user needs to double tap to control the audio features and helps increase or decrease the volume. Similar functionality is provided in case of controlling call feature as well. Additionally, your phone assistant can also be easily awakened by just tapping the button thrice.

The fitting of the earphones is comfortable and steady preventing them from falling off easily. The earphones boost a battery backup of 12 hours which is quite a lot. Additionally, one can listen to uninterrupted music for a total of 6 hours before needing another round of charge. The earphones come in a chargeable case which is easy to carry. The control freedom provided is quite intuitive and gives the user a wider range of activities to carry out simply on the tap of a button.

3. JBL Free

Pros:

IPX5 Certified
Integrated microphone
Single button for all controls
JBL Signature Sound
4 hours battery backup

Cons:

Average bass

Price: Rs.8990

Available at Flipkart/Amazon

JBL has never disappointed when it comes to the audio, JBL Free is one of them which are true wireless earphones for listening to music and attending calls. It automatically switches to mono when you receive a call and it comfortably sits in your ears without popping out. It has a charging case which gives 20 hours of charge.

4. Merlin Digital Wireless Ear Pods

Pros:

Noise Cancellation
Built-in Microphone
Easily Plugged into Ears
Good Sound Quality

Con:

Takes 2-3 hours for Charging Earbuds with case

Price: Rs. 3,489

Available at Amazon

Merlin digital has launched a really robust and frugal pair of true wireless earphone which is one of the smallest available in the market. Equipped with noise cancellation feature, these earphones provide a far superior quality of sound.

The immersive sound quality enables the user to enjoy music on the move, be it while jogging or a power workout at the gym. Earphones are quite steady thus providing a strong hold on the ears. The earphones have a total talk time of 7 hours and play capacity of 5 hours in a single charge. There is also a built-in microphone to enable shutting down the earphones easily.

5. BoAt Airdopes 211

Pros:

Light Weight
IPX 4 Certified
Charging case

Cons:

Average battery life of 2.5 hours

Price: Rs.3648

Available at Amazon

The boAt has gained a lot of boos in past years because of its audio products they offer that too in a very budget segment. boAt Airdopes 211 is their new earbuds offering a good comfort with a decent amount of audio quality and that bundled with the portable charging case which gives 5 hours extra power to the buds.

6. Anker Zolo AK-Z2010011

Pros:

Snug, comfortable fit
Decent sound quality
Large capacity charging case
Bluetooth 5.0 delivers solid connection

Cons:

No onboard volume controls
Buttons inconsistent with tactility
Latency issues apparent when streaming video
Not very stylish

Price: Rs.9,999

Available at Amazon

Manufactured by Zolo+ Liberty offers you a sublime experience and change your way of listening to music forever. The earphones are equipped with an incredible 48 hours playtime. Bluetooth 5 enables faster transfer of data and a better level of connectivity as well. The sound experience is next level due to effective noise cancellation.

This effectively blocks any outside noise. A single toggle awakens the assistance which makes it easy to carry out any tasks even with the mobile handset at a distance. The Fit Grip technology makes it possible to hold on to the earphones and tuck them securely in the ears while on move.

Once paired with the desired device, the simple push and go technology makes it easy for the user to connect without going through the hassles of pairing up again. The drivers are graphine coated which provides a superior quality of sound delivery.

7. Boult Audio Twinpods

Pros:

IPX5 Certified
6 hours of battery life
Design

Cons:

Average bass
Low calling audio
Average noise cancellation

Price: Rs.2349

Available at Amazon

Boult audio twin pods are decent enough to deliver the audio on the go with lots of features are packed with it. Siri and Google voice commands make it instead of pulling out your phone. Built-in woofer gives the extra edge to the audio quality and can be used for long hours because of the comfortable fit. Integrated microphone let you take any calls and only one bud will be active while you take any call. With 6 hours of battery life, you get an additional 12 hours of charge with the charging case making it last longer.

8. Chevron C165

Pros:

Good battery life
Design
Mic and call management
Powerbank
Competitive price

Con

Moderate sound quality

Price: Rs.2789

Available at Amazon

Chevron has taken the format of listening to music no strings attached to a different level altogether. The best quality of these true blue earphones is their ability to handle sweat since such accessories are mostly used during working out or exercising. The material used to make these earphones is sturdy but quite lightweight.

The earphones also have a built-in mic control which makes it easy to give instructions while keeping the phone at a comfortable distance. Also, a simple button has been provided which gives physical control over the basic functionalities such as attending a call, pausing the music, etc.

The Chevron Ultra earbuds offer a battery backup of seven hours. When in need of a recharge, there is a provision of a magnetic touch power-bank which provides quick charging up. The earbuds also come with a large, medium and small bud which makes it easy to be used by any user at ease.

9. Noise Shots X5

Pros:

Bluetooth 5.0
IPX5 certified
Google/Siri Assistant

Cons:

Low Bass
Stiffed Button

Price: Rs.4699

Available at Amazon

A comfortable and with good design, Noise Shots X5 looks very attractive. It has Bluetooth 5.0 technology with Google/ Siri voice assistant enabled. This earbud is packed with 5 hours of charge and can charge you bud up to 10 times making you earbud last long with the case and you can even charge your phone with it, the charging case itself has 2200 mah battery.

Out of the multiple options mentioned above the Skullcandy stands out easily owing to greater brand value. However, the battery backup provided by the Anker Zolo is incomparable placing it in an entirely different league. The ease of fitting with the Chevron Earbuds provide it with the capability of being usable by multiple people.

Suffice to say that the scope of True Wireless Earphones is vast in our lives. This is probably one of the reasons which have led to easy assimilation of this technology by the consumers.

Should Prisoners be given the Right to Vote?

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June 18, 2019

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Should Prisoners be given the Right to Vote?

Right to vote is a right which is given to all the citizens of the country. In India, this right is given to every person above the age of 18. But prisoners are left out of this right, why?

Recently three law students from Uttar Pradesh filed a petition challenging the constitutional validity of section 62(5) of The Representation of the People Act, 1951, which says prisoners, i.e., neither convicts nor undertrials, should be allowed to vote, “if he is confined in a prison, whether under a sentence of imprisonment or transportation or otherwise, or is in the lawful custody of the police.” It argued that a blanket ban on prisoners’ right to vote “is a violation of the spirit and soul of the constitution as well as the basic principle of equality.

Delhi High Court sought the stand of the election commission on this topic. Over 400,000 people of India are housed in the jails across India, and there is no right to vote to this massive population.

Why No Right to Vote for Prisoners?

Law is the set of rules and regulations, bind according to the norms of the society and the people who don’t abide by these norms are convicted as criminals. Criminals are sought as a danger to society and hence are kept away from society. They are confined with barely any enjoyment of life in order to reintegrate them into civilized people of the society. They are given the right to education and are provided with types of entertainment like radio and CD players.

In India 33 out of every 100,000 people are criminals according to the Institute for Criminal Policy Research data which is way lesser than other countries. For example, there are 666 people out of every 100,000 people criminals in the USA. Compared to the six big countries in the South Asian Association for Regional Cooperation (SAARC), too, we have the least number of people in prison per 100,000 population.

But the right to vote is a civil right and denying a civil right is justifiable or not is the question? Denying the prisoners the right to vote is to undermine them of their civil right. It is true that the right to vote is not exactly on the top of the list of people who are not in the prison, and the same way, it won’t be for the people who are in prison.

The Indian justice system lacks where Article 21 of the Constitution of India clearly states for Speedy trials, the two third of the population of the criminal is under trial. Under which over 40% of the population is detained for six months and 25% for over a year only. People who have committed petty crimes are also denied the right to vote apart from the criminals who have committed heinous crimes like murder and sexual assault.

Why Prisoners should be given the Right to Vote

First of all, there is no difference between the people who have committed petty crimes and those who have committed heinous crimes. All of them altogether are denied the right to vote under section 62(5) of The Representation of the People Act, 1951. Hence people with even the most minor transgression are denied with this franchise.

Criminals of all categories i.e Convicts, Under trials and those who are in custody, are altogether considered as prisoners and are denied the right to vote.

Prisoners are denied to choose and elect the People who govern the criminal justice system and regulate the laws of the prison. While these changes in the laws governing the prison and the criminal justice system directly affect the prisoners.

It is also important to argue that when a person convicted is not denied of their citizenship, why should they be denied of their right to vote?. And lastly, if a criminal can contest in the election, why should they be not allowed to vote?

In the November 2018 election of USA, Florida favoured the right to vote to the incarcerated except serious felonies like sexual assault and murders. Countries like Europe, Switzerland, Finland, Norway, Denmark, Ireland, the Baltic States, and Spain also support the right to vote to prisoners.

Hence there needs to be a change in the Indian Criminal Justice system where at least felonies below conviction of five years should be allowed to vote, upholding the essence of democracy in the Indian constitution.

Uplay+: What Every Gamer Needs To Know!

Gaming

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June 17, 2019

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Ubisoft is joining the game subscription bandwagon as many different companies did with it’s all new Uplay+ subscription. What is the Uplay+ subscription? Will we get very Ubisoft game with it? When will it launch? Can we download it to play offline? Is it console-exclusive or will it come to PC? Are DLCs and premium content included? Any relation with Google Stadia? What’s the price? Is there any free trial? Get the answer to all these questions here.

The Uplay+ subscription — Uplay+ subscription includes more than 100 games

What is Uplay+ subscription?

Uplay+ is a game subscription service by Ubisoft with which you will get acmes to more 100 Ubisoft games including new and upcoming releases. As told by Brenda Panagrossi, VP of platform and product management, ”With Uplay+, gamers will have unlimited access to our large catalogue of games for the first time. Games like Prince of Persia, Splinter Cell, and Beyond Good & Evil and other Ubisoft titles and franchises are included. Subscribers will also get access to upcoming titles including Ghost Recon Breakpoint, Watch Dogs: Legion, and more. Alongside that, subscribers will automatically be included in all betas and early access programs.

We’re launching #UplayPlus our first subscription service for PC on September 3rd!

It gives you unlimited access to 100+ games, DLCs & new releases for $14.99 a month. Discover more >> https://t.co/bAndiVc32r || pic.twitter.com/DlV1PpSA8K

— #UbiE3 (@Ubisoft) June 10, 2019

Will we get every Ubisoft game with it?

Games you can have access to with Uplay+

With Uplay+ you will be able to play more than 100 games from Ubisoft including the Prince of Persia, Splinter Cell, and Beyond Good & Evil and much more. Plus, you’ll get access to upcoming games like Watch Dogs: Legion and Ghost Recon Breakpoint. You’ll also be included in all betas and early access of upcoming games like upcoming Ghost Recon Breakpoint beta on September 5, and early access release on October 1.

When will it launch?

September 3rd, this year. But you can sign up now to receive a free trial of Uplay+ from September 3 through September 30. Note that last date for sign up to receive free trial is 15th August. More details related to the free trial are given in the last question.

Is it console-exclusive or will it come to PC?

Notably, the Uplay+ subscription is not available for consoles and is only available for PC.

Are DLCs and premium content included?

With all the games you play or download from your Uplay+ subscription, you’ll also get the premium edition of them, all expansions and all DLCs.

Any relation with Google Stadia?

Uplay+ will be included in Google Stadia with 100+ Ubisoft Games — Uplay+ will be included in the Google Stadia

Ubisoft has also promised support for Google’s Stadia but you’ll have to buy the Google Stadia subscription separately for $9.99(~₹ 697).

Can we download it to play offline?

Yes, you can download games to play them offline with Uplay+. And if you ever want to cancel your subscription and then rejoin later, all your game data will be preserved.

What’s the price?

The Uplay+ subscription is priced at $14.99 (~₹1,046) per month.

Is there any free trial?

Yes, there is a free trial. The players who’ll sign up between now and 15th August will be able to get free access to Uplay+ from September 3 through September 30. Note that, only One free trial per Ubisoft Account is allowed. To begin the free trial, you must provide a valid credit or debit card. And you will be charged the full amount that is $15 on expire of the free trial on October 1 unless you cancel your Uplay+ subscription before September 30 at 11:59 PM PDT. To sign up for the free trial tap here.