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Marble Rocks of Jabalpur in Madhya Pradesh, magnificient

Think of beauty immortalized in marble. The first picture that springs to your mind is probably that of the Taj Mahal of Agra. Instead think of a more natural setting where Nature has liberally used marble to create a captivating environ. It is Nature’s creativity unleashed over a river. The Marble Rocks of Jabalpur in Madhya Pradesh epitomizes a natural splendor that leaves you breathless and awed by its sheer grandeur. Even the legendary Raj Kapoor was mesmerized by this locale and he used it to ample advantage in one of his acclaimed movies.

We had come to Jabalpur, a city girdled on all sides by low-lying hills, to visit friends. On arrival we were surprised to see the still unmistakable impact that the British had left on the city. The leafy cantonment area, barracks and high roofed imposing residences were all quite reminiscent of the colonial times. After a day of catching up on all the news and refreshing old memories, our hosts suggested that they take us the next evening to visit Jabalpur’s famed Marble Rocks. They disclosed, that the rocks are not like the Makrana marble used in the Taj but a much softer version of the limestone deposits that result in marble from metamorphosis. This little fact did little to dampen our enthusiasm for the celebrated 'Marble Rocks' that rise on the either side of the holy river Narmada.

Our fascinating marble excursion actually began in the late afternoon. We first reached Bhedaghat, which is about 23 km from Jabalpur. The place apparently gets its name from the entire stretch of rocks, which from a distance resembles grazing ‘bhed’ or sheep. Bhedaghat, the town is actually quite small and quiet except for the continuous chiseling sounds made by the artisans carving the local marble and limestone into intricate and beautiful artifacts. Much as we were tempted to buy these, our friends advised us to postpone our purchases till the end of our trip, as these artifacts are quite fragile.

The flowing Narmada River bordering the rocks makes for a very charming sight. Most of the rocks have interesting names based on what they appear to look like. As kids we would look often look at the clouds in the sky and try to delineate shapes. Here too we found the tourist guide pointing to different rocks and spouting names of animals with stories et al. Some of the animal shapes we identified were those that resembled a deer and a cow. The shadows of the rocks are reflected in the waters of the river. There is a local legend that the monkey God of Hanuman actually set foot on one of these rocks on the way to Lanka. It is said that on a moonlit night the rocks dazzle in the celestial illumination. We were hard put to keep up with the prolific description of shapes our guide was telling us about with enthusiasm. All our imagination was put to good use as we tried conjuring up images in the rocks.

We next headed towards the Waterfall portion of the river. The beautiful Narmada River after winding its way through the Marble Rocks, narrows down and rushes forth with some force into a waterfall, several meters in height. Here the river forgets for a while its placid tunes and instead of flowing quietly makes its way forward with unbridled abandon. Dubbed "Dhuandhar", from the smoke-like mist that arises from the plunging waters, these natural waterfalls generate a roar that can be heard from quite a distance. The Dhuandhar Falls, showcasing the power of the cascading Narmada River turned out to be a truly unforgettable sight.

Experiencing the beauty of the marble rocks and the Dhuandhar Falls had left us wanting to see more of this marble marvel. The highlight of our trip therefore for us was the time we spent just boating along the Narmada. Our friends had told us that on weekends and on full moon nights the place was packed with tourists, as the marble appears even more stunning in the moonlight. For us though the scene even in daylight had us riveted. However on the insistence of our friends we decided that the expedition would be deemed incomplete without a moonlight jaunt on the river. As our boat began to glide over the river waters, we discovered that the Narmada River valley is the only place in the world where the river is dammed on both sides by marble rocks.


The sight of the marble cliffs rising on either side of the river was almost ethereal in beauty, with the last rays of sunshine flickering over the white cliffs rendering them with a unique glow. As our boat went forward, moving almost effortlessly due to the pace of the flowing river, we were awestruck. The rocks soared to a height of almost a hundred feet on either side of us. We were all lulled into a very pleasant feeling akin to being on another planet.

Our silence was broken only by our involuntary exclamations of marvel at the splendor of the creamy white marble. Adding to its beauty the cliffs appeared to be underlined in places by green and black volcanic rock. Suddenly to our surprise the river narrowed down. This stretch of the river is popularly known as Bandarkudni, a literal translation of the fact that the river here narrows down to an ex tent that even a monkey can jump easily from one bank to the other.

Having seen the Marble Rocks in all their hues, tints, and moods, we were left wondering why we had not visited this place earlier. Captain J. Forsyth summed up the beauty and tranquility of the marble rock experience of Jabalpur best when he described it in the his Highlands of Central India: - “The eye never wearies of the ....effect produced by the broken and reflected sunlight now glancing from a pinnacle of snow-white marble reared against the deep blue of the sky as from a point of silver, touching here and there with bright lights the pominences of the middle heights and again losing itself in the soft bluish greys of their recesses..."

The boat ride over the beautiful Narmada River, the rays of the golden sun bouncing off the white rocks, and the gushing falls – The marble rocks of Jabalpur are inde ed a geological wonder.

Wood floors: More natural, more aesthetic wooden floor

Many homes sport wood floors these days.

A few summers ago, Ankit Verma holidayed with his family in Kashmir. The chalet style hotel that they stayed in at Pahalgam had a wood floor. Ankit was charmed. When he recently bought his own apartment, he was determined to install wood floors in all the rooms. A few years ago, his wish would have remained a pipedream. No more. A large number of firms are nowadays offering laminated wooden floors that are both affordable and tough. Many people are installing them in their homes now.

To elaborate, two types of wooden floors are available in the market - real or hard wood floors, and laminate floors. Hardwood floors are expensive. Their cost could range from Rs 350-700 per sqft, putting them beyond the budget of all but the very rich. At Rs 700 per sqft, for instance, installing a real wood floor in a 12x12 feet room would cost you about Rs 1 lakh. Real wood floors are also difficult to maintain. They damage easily - drop hot tea, or a stub of cigarette, and you ruin the plank, though some recent brands claim to be more resistant to damage.

Laminate floors (so called because they are made up of a thin, transparent upper crust that is resistant to wear and tear, and of high density fibreboard inside), on the other hand, cost less - Rs 80-260 per sqft. In addition, they are not ruined easily. It is this category that has caught on.

Wooden floors offer several advantages. One, they are aesthetically pleasing. Look at the wood and steel decor of some coffee shops or retail boutiques, and you will know. Two, they are easy to install. Your entire home can be done within 24 to 48 hours, unlike marble, stone, tiles etc., which take a lot of time. Three, laminate wooden floors are tougher, so much so that manufacturers today offer warranties ranging from 10 to 50 years.

Easy to dismantle

If you move out of one home, you can dismantle your floor and take it with you. No adhesive or nail is used these days to install the planks. Instead they come with a tongue and groove mechanism that makes them both easy to fit, and easy to dismantle. In the West, in fact, wooden floors are a DIY (do it yourself) product.
Steps in purchase decision

First, decide where the floor will be installed - in a heavy or light traffic area. Then determine your budget. These two decisions will narrow down your range of choices considerably. Next decide the shade: do you prefer a dark or a light shade? Darker shades make the room look cosy. They are, for instance, suited for the home entertainment zone. But they also shrink the space visually. Dark floors combined with steel furniture impart a Scandinavian look to your interiors.

Lighter shades go well with smaller spaces. They also create a neat effect. Many retail outlets use them. The market for wooden floors is growing at above 40 percent annually. But given the low penetration of this product, the marketers have barely scratched the surface. With builders too installing wooden floors in their premium range apartments nowadays, expect more wood beneath your feet in future.
Mind your step…
Here are some precautions you need to take while installing wooden flooring
Make sure you don't install residential grade flooring in a commercial setup where the floor needs to be tougher

Ensure that the company you're buying from has the service backup to be able to carry out repair work in case your floor gets damaged Water on your wood flooring is like the proverbial kiss death, specially if it stagnates for a while. But laminate floors can withstand the occasional spill.

Pench National Park: An experience with panther

Walking open fields we pass majestic mahua trees laden with buds which will soon open up into the succulent flowers so loved by bears. Once the flowers drop, the bears from the nearby forest will gorge themselves on these sweet fleshy fermenting petals and get drunk. They are at the most dangerous then. Fortunately, we see no bears as we enter the dry,
winding river bed that flanks the forest.

We’re at the Bagh Van camp, at the very edge of the jungle at Pench, Madhya Pradesh, escaping from the dust, pollution and noise of urban life. Pench, 92 km from Nagpur, is a National Park opened to visitors a little over 2 years ago, and as a result unspoilt and unsullied by hordes of plastic littering city dwellers.

As we walk along the stream bed in a dark tunnel created by overhanging trees, I am conscious that tigers, panthers and other game walk on this same sandy soil after dark to get to the pool of water further on. I reassure myself that it is still another hour to sunset!

Entry into the forest is banned, but we cross over to a path along the periphery, past Teak, Saaja, Mahua, and Flame of the Forest trees. Young Garari trees line the path with their end of season leaves hanging like golden discs. This is early March and there is gold on the trees which have begun shedding their leaves to welcome spring with their fresh green offerings. We walk on a carpet of brown and amber and as we crunch the leaves underfoot, the slanting rays of the setting sun add their gold to the forest. The fragrance of
mango blossoms scents the air.

We startle a herd of chital who gracefully lope away into the trees. The air is still except for birdsong. I feel I have begun to live again. On our way back, as we approach the village, we hear cow bells and stand aside as a herd of cattle slowly make their way back in the mellow light of the dying sun.

It is dark now, but the half moon silvers the top of the forest trees as we sit by the campfire. The black forest broods around us. Suddenly we hear the alarm call of the sambhar across the dry river bed. It is repeated and then begins to come closer. The next call appears to come from the bushes just across us. The camp naturalist, grabs a flashlight and runs towards the river bed. I grab another one and run after him.

As we climb down the bank to the river bed, he whispers that a tiger or panther must be very close. Heart beating wildly, I follow him down the sandy bed towards the pool. We tread carefully in a vain attempt to avoid crackling leaves underfoot. We stop about 20 yards from the pool as the alarm call again rings out, seemingly only a few yards away on the left where the forest begins.

We wait in the dim moonlight, for any further sound. But, there is nothing more. The dark forest is eerily silent. I seem to feel the presence of something close by, my skin tingles, but I put it down to my over heated imagination. We finally make our way back to the security of the camp, and as we climb the river bank, I guiltily feel a sense of relief. A close encounter in a forest at night is wonderful to think about in retrospect, but at that time, fear is just a heartbeat away.

How close we were, became evident the next morning. The naturalist identified the fresh panther tracks very near where we had been standing. Whether they were made just before we
reached, or after we left, was not clear. If after, then the panther was but a few yards away as we stood on the river bank and, and waited for us to leave before going to the pool to drink. If before, then she (the naturalist felt it was a female) had finished drinking and hidden in the shrubs. Either way, she had not been far away, since the sambhar continued calling after we reached the spot.

The next evening we walk along a different route. As we reach the forest boundary, we hear chital alarm calls, which are very different from the honk of the sambhar the night before. But they are some distance away and we return to the camp in the gathering darkness. We barely sit down to a hot cup of tea when we hear the alarm call repeated – only much nearer now, coming from the forest on our right. The alarm call continues intermittently as I go back to our cottage to change into a long sleeved shirt against the evening chill.

By the time I return, the a l a r m calls have become more frequent and are moving from right to left in the forest across the river bed. I find to my disappointment that the naturalist has already gone down to the river bed accompanied by one of the camp staff. I grab a flashlight and go down to the edge of the river in the hope of being able to spot what is happening. I do not have the courage to go down on my own, and so miss the drama.

The naturalist and his companion return a little later – beaming. They had crept down the river bed to another pool, this time on the left of the camp, and stopped because they could smell a panther (those living in the forest apparently develop this sense of smell). Suddenly they saw a shape near the pool, but it melted into the darkness of the forest before they could use the flashlight.

The youngster accompanying the naturalist, a local familiar with wildlife, was very keen to go into the forest after it. But wiser counsel prevailed. If the panther had cubs with her, then following it could be hazardous. The next morning, tracks by the pool again confirmed a medium sized panther's presence.

The alarm calls continue for a little while after their return, but stop eventually. As we sit around the campfire with drinks, the talk is about other tiger and panther sightings close to the camp. It’s a moonlit night, but every rustle from the dark bushes around us seems pregnant with menace. Periodically we sweep the trees with a flashlight, because panthers are known to climb trees.

As we move inside for dinner, Wriggly slinks in and creeps under the table. This is totally unlike the spirited little pup who normally cannot be persuaded to come in. After dinner, on the way down the path to our cottage, only a few yards from the river bed, I again have the sense of discomfort I’d felt the day before.

Sweeping the flashlight over the adjoining bushes reveals nothing. But the eerie sense continues through out the night, and I keep waking up at the slightest sound outside. Is it my newly awakened sixth sense at work, sensing the presence of a predator? I’ll never know. But panthers have been known to hang around waiting to pounce on dogs.

I was reassured to see Wriggly safe and in good spirits the next morning. During the next couple of nights, Wriggly does not repeat the other night's behaviour, nor do I again have that creepy feeling. So maybe there had been something there that night... Who knows? The forest keeps its secrets.

All too soon, it was time to go back. The week had been enchanting and we felt restored in body and mind. We knew we would be back.

Image: India Wildlife

How to get more out of your budget

If your budget is tight, concentrate on artistic touches for that special look. When the budget is tight, doing up a living room is a challenge. A little imagination can do wonders. The idea is to spend less on the fixed elements and more on artistic alternatives. If you have a budget of Rs 50,000, paint the walls with any emulsion, which would cost between Rs 6 to Rs 14 per sqft. Wallpapers come in a range of Rs 20 to Rs 40 per sqft, and thus do not fit in this budget. Cheaper wallpapers are not of very good quality and are hence not advisable.

If the basic flooring is of a decent quality then it need not be ripped off. Most of the flooring is covered by furniture. Therefore, the uncovered floor can be covered with dhurries or carpets. They need not be expensive; sometimes one can get a good deal at some exhibitions or expos.

The trick on cutting cost on furniture is to stick with the bare necessities. Choose very few furniture pieces. Custom-made furniture is preferable. Do not compromise on quality or you may end up spending much more than planned before you know it. Reduce the size of your TV unit, as it will cut cost. Instead of sofas one can also go for low divans or other informal seating. This creates a warm atmosphere.

Instead of using fluorescent lights, lamps with interesting shades can be used in the living room. Now-adays lamps made of different materials like bamboo, paper and acrylic are available, in a wide range of designs and prices. If you use enough of them, the lamps can provide the right amount of brightness. Placing them near artifacts can also enhance the beauty of the space.

Upholstery is available in a wide range of fabrics, colours, designs and prices. You can also stay well within your budget by recycling materials that you already have in the house, and using it for decorative purposes.

Tenant eviction: Landlord needs proper reason

A landlord needs to have solid grounds to evict a tenant and regain possession of his property.

A major concern of landlords while renting out property is that of getting the property back as and when needed. The system has many loopholes which are used by tenants in case of disputes to avoid eviction. In order to prevent exploitation of tenants, various States in India have passed Rent Control Acts. These Acts have substantially added to the rights and obligations of landlords and tenants.

These Acts seek to:

Control the amount charged as rent

Lay down the rights and obligations of landlords and tenants

List out the reasons for which a landlord can ask a tenant to leave, i.e. the grounds for eviction
In the Rent Control Act of each State, the grounds for eviction are provided. In some Acts it is mentioned as 'bonafide requirement'. In some it is 'reasonable requirement', while in others, 'need', 'genuine need' or 'requires reasonably and in good faith' have been included.
The meaning of all these terms is virtually the same. The point has been well-debated at various levels. There are many judgements made on the matter. Now, almost every High Court has considered it in various cases and laid down some general principles.

These include:

A landlord is the best judge of his requirements. He has complete freedom in the matter

He should live or prescribe for himself a standard of his living

Need of the landlord should be genuine and honest, conceived in good faith A landlord's desire for possession, however honest it might be, has inevitably a subjective element in it. For that desire to become a 'requirement' in the eyes of the law, it must have the objective element of a 'need'. It must also be such that the Court considers it reasonable, and therefore eligible to be granted
'Reasonable requirement' implies that there is an element of need as opposed to a mere desire or wish. The distinction between desire and need should be kept in mind, but not so as to make even a genuine need as nothing but a desire

These points clearly show that the move to evacuate a tenant should not be arbitrary. It needs to be substantiated by some solid grounds - genuine need or requirement of the landlord, or some other circumstances that necessitate the landlord regaining possession of his property. The desire to repossess the property must be backed by a genuine need so that it becomes a requirement in the eyes of the law. The landlord must act in good faith rather that having mala fide intentions. Further, it is the landlord who is the best judge of his needs and requirements, and the way he wants to live.

Coffee tables & Artifacts, Dimension, Colour, Weight, Location & Ambience

Coffee tables and artifacts, choose artifacts that blend with the rest of the ambience for your coffee table.

Most living room seating configurations have a coffee table in the center. This item of furniture forms the focal point of the space. Its design and fabrication material dictates its appeal. Apart from its utilitarian properties the look and visual appeal of a center table can be enhanced with the use of decorative artifacts.

Artifacts

A very common tabletop item is the ashtray. Though it has a functional role, its design often makes it attractive enough to become the adornment of the table. Statues in
various materials create interest. Groups of three or more figurines can be used to formulate a theme in one corner. A low profile fresh or dry flower arrangement gives the room ambience and fragrance. Multi-coloured pebbles, shells, decorative lamps, embroidered table runners, floating candles and flowers in containers, decorative pottery, musical timepieces etc are some of the variety of pieces that can be displayed on a table top.

Formal interiors can also use porcelain or silver tea sets as decor pieces, to be used when required. Since the sets are beautiful in their embellishments it adds to the aesthetics of the area. Delicate items are often arranged at a lower level where they can be viewed through the glass tabletop, which also acts as a protective layer on top.

Material

The artifacts to be used on the coffee table can be in a variety of materials. Whatever is used should complement the surrounding decor and enhance the ambience. A very popular choice is glass in its various forms like crystal, cut glass, coloured glass and stained glass. Since tabletops are often made of glass, these decor objects match the base on which they are placed. Metals such as brass, bronze, pewter and copper are often added for an ethnic look. Pieces with carving, etching, filigree work and embossing against a backdrop of silks and period furniture have a special old world charm. Stone and wood can be used to fashion many exquisite objects like statues, boxes, bowls, paperweights, picture frames etc that can beautify a space. Very often the tabletop is made from stained or etched glass or a carved wooden panel with intricate inlay work. At such times crowding the area with too many decor items distracts from the beauty of both the table and the pieces themselves.

Choose carefully

Since the coffee table is usually situated in the center of the living room it attracts immediate attention while entering a home. Just as a bare table can be monotonous, an overly crowded one can be too busy and unappealing.

Some basic factors to avoid confusion and preserve aesthetic appeal:

Dimension: The dimension of the table, room and overall volume of the space dictates the size of the artifacts that will suit the coffee table. Oversize statues are an example of not adhering to proportion between the items that form the ambience in a room.

Colour: This is a two dimensional tool that creates a suitable statement in a space. The decor items on the coffee table can be either of muted hues if meant to blend with the theme or in sharp contrast if focus is required. Too many colours on the surface will be distracting. Sometimes the colour of a decor piece like a figurine can match those running through the soft furnishings like drapes, carpets, upholstery and wall hangings, and tie the design theme together.

Weight: Some ceramic, stone and metal pieces can be very heavy. Adequate support is required to ensure that a fragile tabletop does not crack, splinter or break resulting in the loss of the table and probably expensive artifacts.

Location: Just as heavy items should be placed carefully, fragile pieces must be located in a safe place. They should not be in an area on the table where a careless nudge can dislodge it. Also, breakable items need to be out of reach of children who can be injured in any accidental damage.

Ambiance: Some items add a formal air while others create a casual atmosphere. Modern decor pieces may look awkward in an ethnic interior while heavy cut glass will not complement bamboo furniture. Finally, even a single judiciously chosen piece can beautify a coffee table instead of a jumble of knick-knacks.