Priyanka Gulati Azizan Bai was a trailblazer who defied societal norms and expectations to fight for her country in the 1857 uprising. She was part of the procession when the flag was raised in Kanpur to celebrate the initial victory of Nana Saheb. Her courage and determination paved the way for future generations of women […]
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V N Ramamoorthy Ladies and Gentlemen “Affinity to Femininity augments Masculinity – in Bridge!” The game of Bridge is common to both genders. Your supremacy is based on how better and stronger you are in the mental faculty rather than any physical fitness. Brute strength, strong muscles and six packs have nothing to contribute on
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The news of death is always shattering but news of the sad demise of Ravindra Bhave has left every bridge lover in Pune shocked and stunned. Ravindra was one of the few in Pune who, nearly 40 years ago, selflessly dedicated himself for the good of Bridge. After graduation, he started his career at the
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V N Ramamoorthy Ladies and Gentlemen “A Beehive of Bridge Buddies on cloud nine!” Last weekend, I witnessed this scene of buzzing bridge buddies partaking in a live tourney at Kodaikanal 4 teams comprising a bevy of a dozen beautiful ladies and four men – all entering a live tourney for the first time with
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Kodaikanal Bridge Club conducted its annual bridge tournament after a gap of 3 years. I was somehow attracted to this event, primarily because I had never visited the hill station before. I also found in Raghu, who has slowly become a good friend of mine a great companion to share this journey with. We played
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V N Ramamoorthy Ladies and Gentlemen After a gap of two years (or is it 3?), the much sought after Kodai Bridge is back! Thanks to Dr Ravi Ramamurthy and the organising team of Kodai Club. They ensure you have nice ambience, quiet and enjoyable game, delectable gastronomic experience et al. As the altitude gains,
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V N Ramamoorthy Ladies and Gentlemen Whoever invented this game must have been a simpleton with a complex mind-set!. It is all about 2 colors, 3 gunas and 4 suits. Black & Red in pointed or rounded suits by a vast humanity classified into 3 Gunas – Sattva, Rajas and Tamas. What are these Gunas,
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V N Ramamoorthy Ladies and Gentlemen It is confirmed without a recourse to appeal. Yes, you are an addict alright, with no cure in sight 😢 It is like you are sitting on a Bar stool, trying to decipher which poison to choose from the shelf! There are pluses and minuses for both versions, obviously.
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Simon Stocken “I made this video around 3 years ago. Basically a promotion video to attract kids and younger people to the game. Trainers may consider using this as part of their ammunition to do so” https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DAikczU7vyw Disclaimer : All opinions are entirely those of the author and are no reflection of the views
V N Ramamoorthy Ladies and Gentlemen The sleepy little town of Alleppey suddenly woke up last weekend with a boat load of noisy Bridge players 🙂. The occasion? Golden Jubilee of the NC John memorial – 50th edition – sponsored, organised and facilitated by NCJ John ( pet name “Kuttappan” alias “Kuttappayi” – of late
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