Priya Kundal

Floriculture has now made its placein commercial world. Rose has a greatcommercial importance as there isgreat demand for fresh roses, petalsand by products like rose water, rosejam etc. not only in domestic marketbut also in exportmarket.

One of theimportant prod-ucts of rose isGULKAND.

Gulkand, alsoknown as Gulqand,is a sweet preserveof rose petals fromthe Indian subcon-tinent. "Gul”means "flower" inboth Persian andUrdu languagewhereas "Qand"means "sweet" inPersian. In Turkishit is known as GulReceli.

H o w e v e r ,Gulkand can beprepared from anyof rose variety orspecies. Almost allhave similar medici-nal value and uses. Rosa centifoliaand Rosa damascena is best for mak-ing Gulkand.

Benefits of Gulkand*Gulkand is an ayurvedic tonic. The

national institute of ayurvedic medi-cines provides a list of benefitsobtained from eating Gulkand.

*Gulkand has cooling properties;thus it is beneficial in alleviating allheat related problems like tiredness,

lethargy, itching, aches and pains.*Gulkand is a powerful antioxidant

and a very good rejuvenator.*Consuming 1-2 teaspoon of

Gulkand help to reduce acidity andstomach ulcer.

*Gulkand helps to treat mouthulcer, strengthens teeth and gums.

*It can be usedto treat dysmenor-rhoea and is effec-tive in relievingmenstrual pain inwomen.

*It is very gooddigestive tonic -helps to improveappetite, improvesdigestion and cor-rect digestiveproblems.

*Gulkand helpsto remove toxinsfrom the body andpurifies blood.Thus it helps ingiving a clear com-plexion and pre-vent the occur-rence of variousskin problems likeacne, boils, white-

heads etc.*Helps to reduce excessive perspi-

ration and foul body odour.*Having two teaspoon of Gulkand

before venturing outdoor can help toprevent sunstroke and controls nos-trils - bleeding.

*It has a calming effect on the nerv-ous system, thus helps in reducingstress.

Caution: since it contain sugar,those with diabetes should consulttheir doctor before consuming it.

Sukreet Gupta

Iwant to be a doctor. No-No I willbecome an engineer because myRahul Bhaiya (Assumed) is a Com-

puter Engineer. Or shall I become anArmy Officer because my friend Ashu( Assumed ) is joining NDA or shall I joinmy Dad's Business.

Oh God!! I am so confused, whatshould I do?

Every student faces the question of'what next' after class 12th and 10th. First-ly, to decide a stream, and then, to decidethe graduation course!

A helpless 16 year old is faced with thechoice of three streams - Humanities, Sci-ence and Commerce, and the only CareerGuidance he has is the opinion of his par-ents, his teachers judgment based on hismarks and the comments of his friendsand neighbors.

But is that much help sufficient for achild to base the foundation of his entirecareer?

All of us know that school days are themost important days of any student's edu-cational development and during thisphase, a student requires maximum ori-entation and guidance to understandhis/her abilities to pursue career inhis/her area of interest.

The most prelevant system now a dayis that a student chooses a course undermany factors like parents and peer pres-sure, social status, percentage, herd men-tality then he/she chooses a college thenjob and then he/she thinks about his/hercareer.

Due to which they found complaining.I don't have a jobI don't enjoy my workI don't seem to be in right career.But the ideal way is to choose a career

is to analyse Track Record + Ability +Marketing opportunity, then eligiblecourse, then eligible college and then job,it will surely lead to a successful career.

So this is the reason that there is a direneed for Career Counseling. But questionis who need this? When to do it? How todo it?

Career counsellors assist in discover-ing a student's potential and aptitude, andaccordingly suggest the right course ofstudy to enhance the student's careerprospects. They usually test students for3 three key factors - aptitude, interest andpersonality. These aspects help them indeciding the right career path for a stu-dent.

Why is Career Counselling Important?

Choosing a suitable career optioninfluences a student's course of life. Tak-ing informed decisions at the right timecould bring in wonderful opportunities asopposed to wrong ones, which could ruina student's future as these decisions areoften irreversible. In such a situation,

approaching a career counsellor would bea step in the right direction.

With an increase in the number anddiversity of openings in the market, theimportance of career counselling has alsoincreased manifold. People realize thefact that not all can become engineers ordoctors and have now started exploringother fields depending on their talent andinterest in alternate domains.

Benefits of Career CounsellingCareer Counselling helps in determin-

ing a student's true potential. Studentsare often confused about their careerpreferences. Aptitude tests and coun-selling sessions would help identify theirfield of specialization. This would indeedhelp a student in following the rightcourse of study for accomplishing hiscareer goal.

Secondly, despite having a clear ideaof their choice of career, students do nothave the requisite knowledge to plan theirhigher course of specialized study in orderto fulfill the eligibility for their chosenfield. In such a scenario, career coun-selling can help clear these doubts by giv-ing them clarity and vision regardingwhat they can expect from various educa-tional courses. Sometimes, students havepre-conceived ideas about certain fields.Counselling would help build in aware-ness by putting things in the right per-spective. Importance of Career Coun-selling

Students are often overwhelmed bythe prospect of change and the chain ofevents that lead to their eventual admis-

sion for higher studies. At such times, theessential support provided by the coun-sellor throughout the admission processcan boost their morale and give them theconfidence to face all odds. Counsellorsplay a crucial role in building the motiva-tional level of students, which is necessaryfor long term success. Career counsellingalso teaches students ways and means toexpand their network, which in turnenhances emotional support during theircourse of higher study. Importance ofCareer Counselling

While college truly is about overalldevelopment of a student's personality,counselling at an early stage could helpone gain the right perspective, especiallywith the number of new career optionscoming up every day, which would other-wise not be considered by students. Ear-ly counselling assists students in reflect-ing on their personalities and abilities,likes and dislikes, and how these wouldalign with various career paths. Thiswould help students have a focusedapproach in their search for a suitableUniversity for continuing their highereducation and realizing their career aspi-rations.

Choosing Right CareerCareer counselling helps students dis-

cover their true potential and interest invarious subjects in order to help themchoose the right career. Several institutes,including schools and colleges, todayoffer career counselling through a seriesof aptitude and IQ tests. The tests usual-ly have multiple-choice questions, which

don't need to be prepared for in any way.Guidance to students

Career counselling is the guidance giv-en to a student on the road he/she shouldtake to achieve his/her goals. The adviceand counselling provided is based onthree deciding factors - personality, apti-tude and interest.

RIGHT TIMEDifferent stages of life of a student

demands different guidance * When Student is in 8th Stan-

dard, he/she needs to know about the * Core potential of a child and

improvement area* Study Habit Improvement * Career Guidance

2. When student is in 10th Stan-dard, He /She needs to know about the

* Recommended stream with Sub-ject Group

* Aspiration fitment analysis* Core Potential of a child and

improvement Area* Study Habit Improvement * Career Guidance

3. When student is in 12th Stan-dard, He /She needs to know about the

* Recommended Career, Course andCollege

* Aspiration fitment analysis* Core Potential of a child and

improvement Area* Study Habit Improvement * Career Guidance

(The author is a Career Counsellor)

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THIS WEEK FOR YOU11th June to 17th June 2017

ARIES : Moon gets placed in sincere Capricorn, the

10th House from your Sign, as the weekbegins. This will prod you to re-alignyour work strategies and plan forfuture. You will also try and organize

some stuff. Influence of Mars will keepyou busier with work related activities for

most part of the week, foresees Ganesha. With Jupiterdirect in motion now, you can be assured of positive vibescoming your way. However, Jupiter's placement in the 7thHouse from your Sign may not do much for your work/trade success. Nonetheless, this is a great boon for yourlong-term romantic relationship or marital bond and busi-ness partnerships. Stuck issues on these fronts may movetowards resolution. People planning to conceive and starta family shall have Jupiter's blessings. However, retrogradeSaturn in Sagittarius, 9th House from your Sign may keepharping on your fortune. Things may be slower than youwould like. Saturn will keep reminding you of ground reali-ties and your limitations. Presence of Venus in its own SignTaurus, though, will make your financial position stronger.With regard to health, you must guard against lifestyle dis-eases. Diabetics and obese people need to take great care. TAURUS:

Stress decreases, thanks to Jupiter's directstance. You will get more opportunities,and things shall definitively get better onthe work front, assures Ganesha. Look

for bigger platforms to showcase yourinherent abilities. There will be challenges,

but nothing insurmountable. Jupiter's influence willprompt you to think bigger. However, Saturn's retrogres-sion in the 8th House from your Sign may continue to causeuncertainties and anxiety. You may also be unhappy orunsatisfied with a certain aspect of your life. Tendency tothink back in time may be blocking you from getting ahead.So, try and shun such defeatist feelings, and move ahead.Take care of your health. And, direct any discontent youmay be feeling now - towards more positive things. GEMINI :

Debilitated Mars posited in the House linkedwith finances will be in opposition toMoon stationed in the 8th House fromyour Sign - as the week begins. Keepingthis in view, you are advised to handle

matters related to finances and money verycarefully. Unless planned earlier, refrain from making anyfresh investments, says Ganesha. Retrograde Saturn, posit-ed in the 7th House does not spell well smooth day-to-dayfunctioning at work and home. There may be confusionsand conflicts in married life or among business partners/associates. Some past issues may also come to the fore,reminds Ganesha. Stay disciplined in your approach.Determination and focus will be must on the work and aca-demics front, otherwise don't expect much. Your seniorsand elders will rally for your support, so take advantage.Jupiter posited in the 5th House signals gainful times forcreative professionals, business persons and ones involvedin creative activities like dance, acting, writing etc.Unmarried folks may receive an interesting marriage pro-posal - maybe from a wealthy person. CANCER :

Jupiter pushes your material and work pur-suits now, bringing you opportunities andsuccess. You will be heading towards bet-ter times, on the work front. Your sense of

high commitment shall earn you apprecia-tion from your seniors. Business persons too

shall feel happy on getting good deals and more cus-tomers. The happy effects of the work sphere shall trans-late to your married life, making you more understandingand adjusting. You may be keen to resolve differences, ifany, with your spouse as well as family members. Respectthe views of your loved ones, in order to maintain peaceand harmony. Unmarried folks, however, may feel angry orhurt by the unbecoming behavior of their beloved. Keepyour wits about you, says Ganesha. Refrain from losingyour cool. Towards the weekend, you may incur somemajor domestic expenses. Health too needs care at thistime. Guard against respiratory infections. LEO :

Moon gets posited in responsible SignCapricorn, as the week opens. This will helpyou look inwards and re-assess some ofyour strategies. You may also take a longand hard look at some of your plans for

progress. The ongoing influence of debilitatedand combust Mars over Moon, however, may not let youwork to the best of your abilities. The slow pace of progressmay frustrate you, making you anxious and restless. Relax,as this is just a passing phase, says Ganesha. Importantplanets seem well positioned largely, and there isn't reallyanything to worry about the material realm. In personal life,however, you may have issues to handle. Married folks mayremain unhappy, owing to lack of harmony in their mar-riage. The best way to resolve a tricky situation would bekeep a calm and tactful stance. Avoid entering verbal squab-bles. Health may not bother you much, unless you havealready been suffering from chronic issues. VIRGO :

Most planets shall be aligned favourably foryou, as the week begins. However, youmay be frustrated by delays and setbacksin everything, despite everything seem-ingly going well. Blame it on Saturn, influ-

encing your Sign, the 10th House as well asthe 6th House from your Sign. This cosmic aspect

will cause hurdles in your professional as well as routineaffairs. Don't worry much. Instead take this time to reflectand analyze. Assess your shortcomings, and commit to cor-rect them, says Ganesha. Saturn, the mighty teacher, wantsyou to do just that! Mercury will help you to think analyti-cally, and Venus will keep you mind free of other worries.Financial stars remain stable. Keep your head cool andmind balanced. Matters of love and heart may not attractyou much, this week. Bone related deficiencies, injuries,muscle weaknesses, aches may assail you, if you fail to carewell for your health.

LIBRA :Over the last weekend, Jupiter became direct

in motion. This will ease pressure on manyfronts. You will be able to beat your rivalsand competitors. Ones looking to changetheir job may now start looking for fresh

avenues. Stars will be supportive, assuresGanesha. However, if you are fresh out of college,

you may still have to bide your time. Financial stars shinebrightly. Any new venture or plan may be envisaged now.You will have enough funds to undertake developmentalactivities in business or renovation at home. Well placedMercury shall inspire you, boosting your communicationand analytical abilities. Writers, orators, computer net-working professionals, teachers, and communication &advertising professionals will get new opportunities forgrowth. Health remains fine. However, if you suffer from achronic ailment, remain careful. SCORPIO :

Planning to travel? Plan well, down to everysingle detail, especially if this concerns workor business. Retrograde Saturn in the 2ndHouse from your Sign - is placed in opposi-

tion to the mighty Sun and strong Mercury.This planetary construction does not paint a

rosy picture for many aspects, especially finances and fam-ily affairs. Be careful, and tread cautiously. Refrain fromtaking any decision related to a major financial involve-ment or investment. While speaking to your elders, betactful and diplomatic. Steer clear of conflicts and dis-agreements with your father at home and boss at work-place. Domestic expenses will register an increase. Thisbattle between planets of starkly contradictory natures -Sun and Saturn - can also have an adverse effect on yourhealth. Be on guard, says Ganesha! SAGITTARIUS:

Finance and family related things shall beyour main concern, at the week's begin-ning. Saturn is ruler of the 2nd House fromyour Sign, affecting your finances and fam-ily. Saturn's retrogression in your Sign will

now remind you of the importance of boththese aspects in life. You may feel a cash

crunch, or may have to spend some time away from yourbeloved family. Don't worry, though, as these time testswill make you a better, stronger and more evolved person.You will learn to handle your finances better, and will cometo value the love and support of your family members, saysGanesha. At this time, don't get angry or irritated by yourloved ones' demands or needs. Be careful, as to not hurtsomeone who matters. Your Sign Lord Jupiter is direct now- this will translate to positive effects in your life. You willcome across gainful opportunities. However, you mustremain disciplined and strategic to take advantage ofthese. CAPRICORN:

Moon moves through your Sign in oppositionto the debilitated Mars. You shall critically

access your strategies. Looking for practi-cal ways to move ahead will remain yourpriority. Refrain from getting tempera-

mental. Remain level-headed, while han-dling difficult situations, says Ganesha.

Opposition of Sun and retrograde Saturn will further makethings challenging on the work front. Employed ones shallbe keen on getting right exposure and opportunities. Havepatience and do not push unnecessarily. Be diplomatic,while dealing with authority figures. You will need to keepcommunication alive with potential customers and associ-ates. Opposition of Sun and Saturn on 6/12 House fromyour Sign's axis also makes you prone to illnesses. Beextremely careful about your health and wellbeing, thus. AQUARIUS :

Retrograde Saturn posited in the 11th Housefrom your Sign now comes in an oppositionaspect to Sun. This planetary position canput cracks in an important relationship orpartnership. This applies to your work

domain as much as it does to your personalone. Be careful, thus, while expressing your

opinions. Better still, keep quiet, and let this pass.Conflicting exchanges are likely with financial benefactors,financiers, bosses, authority figures, father or uncles. Try tokeep the whole deal as calm as possible. While dealing witha subordinate or a junior, take care to not hurt his/her sen-timents. Venus posited in its own Sign, traversing throughthe 4th House from your Sign, will induce you to worktowards a home renovation project. You may also buy agadget or an art-work. Mercury transiting through the 5thHouse from your Sign will inspire you to strengthen yourposition on the financial front. Go ahead, says Ganesha! PISCES :

With Mercury joining Sun posited in opposi-tion to the retrograde Saturn, you shall beable to think intelligently. Analytical andsmart resourceful solutions will let youease the pressure at work. There may be a

one-time sort of monetary gain comingyour way, early in the week. Enjoy! Just be

sharp and quick in responding to any such fleeting oppor-tunity, tips Ganesha. Professionals shall feel better, asJupiter's support will lift off uncertainty and anxiousness ofthe past few weeks. You may be offered a better designa-tion or a new job. Weigh the pros and cons carefully,though. However, There shall be no escape from a busyroutine that may compel you to work for long hours. Focuson enhancing your efficiency and cultivate self discipline tomeet the demands of work and home. Fitness matters too,so keep up with regular work-outs. Well placed Mercuryand Venus will boost romance, pleasure and creativity.Creative hobbies will be rejuvenating, and performing artsprofessionals shall be benefitted.

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INNER VOICE

Need of the Hour

My down cast sunken eyes enough to tell her, Where and where exactly lay my pain.Despite my repeated assurances that I was fine,She could still discern my agony and all My excuses went in vain.I came back from school in the afternoon,She was waiting for me to have her meal.Weariness invaded every corner of her eyesBut she kept awake just to express her feelings.That my craziest ways were appreciated, andThe silliest queries embraced.

She told me,'grow up and be a lady'.She made my roads clear and shady.Ailment has intruded her body but her Soul remainsas strong as ever.Seeing me helpless and blue, her heart sobs as ever.All my troubles and travails are known to Her and none other.No one in this whole world can take the place of my sweet mother.

Liza Bhatti

MY SWEET MOTHER

When things seem difficult miserableLife is turning away from youIntimidated and worn out you remainIn darkness at a corner you examineWatching the sky as it disappearsReminding the lost beloved onesHow beautiful and caring they wereVanishing without saying goodbyeShortening your long life spanAnd leaving you destitute and lonelyDeeply you wonderHow life can really be unfair To honest and good people like youBut all you let go offAnd focus to mend your lifeAnd strengthen your heart

With good and caring friends on your sideOpening the picture of brightnessKnowing GOD holds your handLeading you to your successStars embracing the whole skyAnd you know your journey has startedIn pursuit of your purposeSlowly matching from dusk to dawnWith smiles and determinationIn whispers you read your heartALWAYS STAND STRONG

Lokesh Dhar BE (CSE_Dachhan

Kishtwar

STAND STRONG

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Who I was and who I amIt is nothing less than a big scam;Those uncontrollable laughters,Of which we were the masters;Those endless talkings,That we kept stalking;The twinkinling eyes, the endless smileAll has lost its charm in the while;Each little thing made me excitedNow there is nothing about which I am delighted;It is me or the world which has changed,There is nothing to which i am engaged;Change is inevitable I know,It is a necessity as we grow;

I strech my arms to accept the reality,Because to me this is the real beauty;One thought can enlighten the day,One mind can have its say;One flower can define beauty ,One struggle can remind your duty;One candle can enlighten the room,One downfall can bring the gloom;One child can become an inspiration,One word can give the motivation;So love the change in you,Because how you take it, its up to you..

Surbhi AroraCA student

ITS UP TO YOU

Gulkand is an

ayurvedic tonic.

The national

institute of

ayurvedic medicines

provides a list of

benefits obtained

from eating

Gulkand.