Knife-wielding man walking on Interstate 10 in LA 'not a prank,' authorities say

California Highway Patrol officers responded this week after a man was seen wandering on Interstate 10 in Los Angeles. (iStock)

A knife-wielding man seen with bandages covering his face and wearing hospital scrubs seen wandering on a Los Angeles freeway this week was not playing a pre-Halloween prank, authorities said.

The unknown man was seen walking in the middle of traffic on Interstate 10 as passing vehicles slowed down around him. A motorist recorded video of the incident on her cell phone, FOX 11 Los Angeles reported.

"This is just a bizarre coincidence like walking dead scenario. This guy is in the middle of the highway - even if it is a prank, he is not mentally sound," driver Lisa Shields said. "Tape around the head. Bandaged head, bandaged left hand, and carrying something in his right hand which I got close enough to see was a knife."

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Shields said she pulled beside the man and saw that his eyes were closed. She called 911 soon after.

A spokesperson for the California Highway Patrol said the incident was not a prank, the Los Angeles Times reported.

Shields said she was told that the man was mentally ill and had been picked up by authorities and taken back to a hospital, the station reported.

"It was very intense. Height of traffic. People were honking - it was classic LA," Shields said.

The man was taken to a hospital on a 72-hour mental health hold, according to the Times.

His identity was not released.

'It's Time For Change': NJ GOP Senate Candidate Blasts Menendez, Says He's 'Corrupt'

New Jersey Senate candidate Bob Hugin (R) said Wednesday on Your World that his Democratic opponent, Sen. Bob Menendez, is "corrupt."

Hugin told Charles Payne that people in his state are realizing that change is possible and that they know "they can do better."

"The people of New Jersey are realizing there's really an opportunity for change here," he said. "Twenty-five years in Washington and the state's dead last, getting the least back from Washington, and you have a senator who has just been corrupt if you think about it."

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Hugin went on to say that his opponent "talks about things," but ultimately his state has "accomplished nothing."

"Now with the latest tax increases from the governor in the last year, seniors are leaving at accelerated rates. It's time for change," he said.

Hugin added that he doesn't think it's right for President Trump to try restricting birthright citizenship through an executive order.

"That deserves a much broader discussion and we should have a right process of doing that," he said.

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On National Ayurveda Day 2018, 5 easy ayurvedic substitutes for a healthy lifestyle

If you haven't started leading an ayurvedic way of life till now, today would be a good day to start. The thought of making a change in your lifestyle, even a small one may sound daunting, but once you start, you will be pleasantly surprised at the positive changes that you shall experience.

Here are some simple ayurvedic substitutes to begin living healthy.

1. Datoon: Mark any one day of the week as a no-toothbrush day. On this day, use neem twigs to brush your teeth. Neem is antibacterial and actively prevents plaque formation, bad breath and cavities. The bitter taste cleanses your pallet and improves the sensitivity of taste buds.

2. Copper water bottle: Substitute your plastic bottles with copper water bottles. Tamra jal boosts brain health, is helpful in strengthening heart functions, improves immunity, promotes healthy skin and is known to help in slowing down the effects of ageing.

3. Ayurvedic tea: Replace your regular tea that contains caffeine, with Ayurvedic tea. Ayurvedic teas are very versatile tonics for the heart, brain and liver. They are also rich in anti-oxidant properties, which is helpful in lowering cholesterol levels and warding off several diseases.

4. Sit on the ground: Substitute your dining table with a cot on the ground for your meals. Sitting on the ground has multiple benefits. It assists the process of digestion; improves circulation and overall body posture.

5. Herbs: Replace chemicals with herbal substitutes. Use homemade ubtans and leps. In place of liquefied paraffin wax in lotions, use natural sesame or almond oils to nourish your skin and hair.

Ayurveda recommends being close to nature to stay healthy. Whenever you have to make a choice, take it as an opportunity to introduce ayurveda in your life.

Dr. Partap Chauhan, Director of Jiva Ayurveda, is an author, public speaker, TV personality and Ayurvedacharya. Since 1992, he has dedicated himself to popularising Ayurveda across the world.

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Air Pollution: Ayurveda Concoction To Keep Scratchy Throat At Bay

The winter season is fast approaching and the smog in the air has started to appear. The air pollution has affected a lot of people in the past and is continuing to do so. There is no denying the fact that the pollution levels in the National Capital are at an alarming level. The polluted air that we inhale air can turn out to be quite dangerous for our overall health. It leads to respiratory issues and constant coughing and sneezing, which are, of course, not good for our health. Since controlling the air contamination is not entirely in our hands, a lot can be done at our end to minimise the effects of this toxic air that we are breathing. According to Ayurveda Expert, Dr. Ashutosh Gautam, "Ginger, tulsi, turmeric and black pepper can do wonders to keep scratchy throat at bay."

Here Is An Ayurdeva Concoction To Keep Scratchy Throat At Bay:

Ingredients Required:

Water - 1 cupGinger - 1 small pieceTulsi- 4-5 leavesTurmeric - a pinchBlack Pepper - 5 seedsHoney - 1 teaspoonRock Salt - a pinch (optional)

Ayurveda Concoction For Sore Throat: Tulsi can do wonders for your health

How To Make This Ayurvedic Concoction:

1) To begin with, take a pan and add water to it. Heat it on high flame and allow it to boil. Once it starts boiling, add in ginger, tulsi leaves, a pinch of turmeric and black pepper seeds.

2) Now, boil the concoction on low flame till the water reduces to half a cup. Once this is done, remove it from the stove and pour it in a cup. Add one teaspoon of honey and your concoction is ready. You can add in rock salt if you have phlegm.

This Ayurveda home remedy for cough is all-natural. It can provide relief from scratchy throat. Honey will help soothe the irritation in throat.

So, what are you waiting for? Bring this Ayurveda recipe to your rescue and save throat from the air pollution.

Disclaimer: This content including advice provides generic information only. It is in no way a substitute for qualified medical opinion. Always consult a specialist or your own doctor for more information. NDTV does not claim responsibility for this information.

Sardar Patel : The maker of modern India

The first half of 1947 was a critical period in India's history. The end of colonial rule was certain and so was India's partition but what was uncertain was whether there would be more than one division. Prices were rising, food shortages were common but over and above everything else, the unity of India was under severe strain.

It was in these circumstances that the States Department came into being in the middle of 1947. Among the chief aims of this Department was to negotiate India's relationship with the over 550 Princely states, which were as diverse as they could get, be it in size, population, terrain or economic situation. No wonder Mahatma Gandhi remarked, "The problem of the states is so difficult that YOU alone can solve it."

The YOU in question is none other than Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel, whose Jayanti we are marking today and to whom we pay our tributes.

In vintage Sardar Patel style, he went about his work with precision, firmness and administrative efficiency. Time was less and the task was herculean…but this was no ordinary person, it was Sardar Patel, who was determined not to let his nation down. One by one, he and his team negotiated with the Princely states and ensured that they all became a part of free India.

It was due to the round the clock effort of Sardar Patel that the map of India is what it is today!

On August 15, 1947, we celebrated the dawn of a new destiny but the work of nation building was far from complete. As Independent India's first Home Minister, he set the stage for an administrative framework that continues to serve the nation be it in matters of day-to-day governance and protecting the interests of the people, particularly the poor and marginalised. Sardar Patel was a veteran administrator. His own experience in governance, particularly in the 1920s, when he served the Ahmedabad municipality, was extremely handy when he worked towards strengthening independent India's administrative framework.

Today, if India is known for a vibrant cooperative sector, a large part of the credit goes to Sardar Patel. The roots of Amul can be traced back to his vision for empowering local communities, particularly women. It was Sardar Patel who also popularised the idea of cooperative housing societies, thus ensuring dignity and shelter for many. Two traits synonymous with Sardar Patel are trust and integrity. The farmers of India had unparalleled faith in him. After all, he was a Kisan Putra, who led from the front during the Bardoli Satyagraha. The working class saw him as a ray of hope, a leader who would speak up for them. Traders and industrialists preferred to work with Sardar Patel because they felt here was a stalwart who had a vision for India's economic and industrial growth.

This year's Sardar Jayanti is even more special. With the blessings of 130 crore Indians, the 'Statue of Unity' is being inaugurated today. Situated on the banks of the Narmada, the 'Statue of Unity' is among the tallest in the world. 'Dharti Putra' Sardar Patel will stand tall in the skies, to guide us and inspire us.

I congratulate all those who have worked day and night to ensure that this grand statue in tribute of Sardar Patel becomes a reality. My mind goes back to October 31, 2013, when we laid the foundation stone for this ambitious project. In record time, a project of such scale has become ready and this should make every Indian proud. I urge you all to visit the 'Statue of Unity' in the times to come.

The 'Statue of Unity' is a symbol of both the unity of hearts and the geographical integrity of our motherland. It is a reminder that divided, we may not be even able to face ourselves. United, we can face the world and scale new heights of growth and glory.

Sardar Patel worked with astonishing speed to dismantle the history of imperialism and create the geography of unity with the spirit of nationalism. He saved India from Balkanisation and integrated even the weakest of limbs into the national framework.

Today, we, the 130 crore Indians are working shoulder to shoulder to build a New India that is strong, prosperous and inclusive. Every decision is being taken to ensure that the fruits of development reach the most vulnerable, without any corruption or favouritism, just as Sardar Patel would have wanted it.

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Uttar Pradesh, Uttarakhand sign agreement on new bus routes

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LUCKNOW: Uttar Pradesh and Uttarakhand on Monday made history by signing an agreement for plying of buses, which was pending for the past four decades.

In the presence of UP Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath and his Uttarakhand counterpart Trivendra Singh Rawat along with the transport ministers of both the states, the agreement was signed here which will enable UP State Road Transport Corporation (UPSRTC) buses to ply in additional 39,000 kms in 216 routes with making 2646 trips daily.

Similarly, Uttarakhand government buses would travel 2.52 lakh kms in UP on 335 routes with over 5000 trips daily.

Besides, 57 routes have been kept for the private buses too in both the states.

Both the CMs in their speech claimed that it is a historic day for both the states as now the people of UP and Uttarakhand would have facilities to travel to their destination more easier.

"Better coordination between both the states led to the agreement which was pending for the past four decades," the CMs said.

Yogi Adityanath said that his government was doing everything to provide facilities to the people and bus services are the vital part of it.

"Both UP and Uttarakhand governments are working for the people and taking decisions to benefit the people," he said while admitting that the agreement programme was scheduled to be held in Dehradun but as he was busy, Mr Rawat was kind enough to come to Lucknow.

"This agreement would facilitate the pilgrim from UP to reach directly to the char dham and other tourists spots in Uttarakhand," he said.

The UP CM, who also launched 51 new saffron buses to be used as shuttle during the Kumbh mela at Prayagraj next year, said that the pilgrims going to Kumbh would get better facilities this time and shuttle buses would ferry the passengers from the parking area to the main mela spot.

The government would be using 500 such saffron buses for Kumbh this time.

Uttarakhand CM Trivendra Singh Rawat said that after the Narendra Modi government came to power in the Centre, the development work in the entire country has accelerated.

"Both the BJP governments in UP and Uttarakhand are tirelessly working for the people and the agreement on the bus services are one of it," he said while claiming that the dispute over the agreement was sorted out in a day by both the governments.

UP Transport Minister Swantra Deo Singh in his address said that after making a profit of Rs 122 crores in 2017-18, the UPSRTC was purchasing 1350 buses, with 250 new buses being added in the fleet every month.

He said that UPSRTC has introduced pink bus service exclusively for women passengers and very soon 50 new pink buses would be introduced which will have women drivers and conductors.

He also said that 250 new CNG buses would also be purchased in which 3 CNG buses were launched today.

Uttarakhand sting operation takes political colour

The TV news channel sting conspiracy against Uttarakhand government led by Chief Minister Trivendra Rawat has taken a political colour.

The TV news channel sting operation against Chief Minister Trivendra Rawat government has taken a political colour.

Uttarakhand Congress has demanded making the videos of the sting operation public.

Incidentally, the channel was successful in making videos by using hidden camera of many persons known to be close to the Uttarakhand Chief Minister.

Acting on the complaint of Ayush Gaud, police arrested Umesh Kumar, the CEO and Editor-in-Chief of the channel. Kumar was sent to 10 days judicial remand on Monday.

In his interaction with the media, Gaud revealed that he conducted stings on additional chief secretary Omprakash and some close associates of Trivendra Rawat.

Uttarakhand Congress chief Pritam Singh said on Tuesday, "The state government should make the videos public. There are reports that the security of the CM will be increased. We don't understand the logic behind it as this will create hindrance to public in meeting the Chief Minister."

Uttarakhand BJP's media in-charge Dr Devendra Bhasin said, "The act of creating political instability by conducting sting operation is a serious issue. Police has started investigation in the case. The probe will bring truth before public."

Ex-Uttarakhand Chief Minister Harish Rawat, who was earlier rattled by a sting operation by Umesh Kumar earlier, has so far remained mum on the incident. It is assumed that the tv channel was successful in filming one close associate of Trivendra Rawat in some loose talk, but as the sting team performed the operation against an officer the situation turned alarming. Umesh Kumar was arrested and four others are co-accused in the case.

Gaud lodged a police complaint on 10 August and the cops acted after 79 days.

Most of the tapes are now with the police. The security of Chief Minister Trivendra Rawat is all set to be enhanced now.

Ranji Trophy 2018-19: After Rajasthan snub, Vineet Saxena hopes to make a mark with debutants Uttarakhand

Vineet Saxena played 105 first-class games for Rajasthan, scoring 6491 runs. (Image: Facebook)

Vineet Saxena was the one of the key members of Rajasthan's successful Ranji Trophy campaigns in 2010-11 and 2011-12 seasons, scoring 1515 first-class runs.

Rajasthan's glory years are a thing of past, however, and the state association's in-fighting and emphasis on breeding young talent has led to the unsavoury departures of veterans like Saxena and Pankaj Singh. The 37-year-old had progressed up the ranks from age group cricket in Rajasthan and went on to play 105 first-class games for the state, scoring 6491 runs at an average of 36.67, but was dropped for the entire last season.

Saxena has found a new home in Uttarakhand, one of nine teams added to the domestic fold  by the BCCI for the 2018-19 season, and is aiming to take the Plate Group team to new heights.

"Last year I didn't play for Rajasthan and the reasons are unknown to me even now. The way Rajasthan dealt with me wasn't fair," Saxena tells CricketCountry. "I was looking for the opportunity to play, and I got it from Uttarakhand so I accepted it. I am looking forward to play and score heavily. That is the real motivation for me and hopefully, the team could play in the Elite Group next year. That would be the icing on the cake for me."

Saxena, like many other domestic veterans, has been given a new start in his career. Similar to how Rajasthan's professional players – Hrishikesh Kanitkar, Rashmi Ranjan Parida and Aakash Chopra – mentored him during the team's back-to-back Ranji Trophy wins, Saxena hopes to impart his years of learning to the Uttarakhand squad.

"In my earlier days, Rajasthan hired professionals and we learned a lot from Parida, Kanitkar and Chopra," he says. "These guys were a great help to me there and those guys mentored me, and what I learned over the years, I am hope to pass on to these guys now."

Karanveer Kaushal is a promising batsman for Uttarakhand. (Image: Uttarakhand Cricket Association)

Uttarakhand, under the leadership of former Delhi allrounder Rajat Bhatia, finished second in the recent Vijay Hazare Trophy – losing only to eventual table-toppers Bihar – and Saxena feels that the team has the potential to do well in the Ranji Trophy too.

"These guys are really talented and are keen to do well," he says. "The BCCI has formed a committee to look after cricket here and we are fortunate to have a very good academy like the Abhimanyu Cricket Academy. They have got a good ground and good facilities which is not the case with most teams from the North East."

At a personal level, Saxena says that he wants to play cricket and score heavily. In the Vijay Hazare Trophy, he made 345 runs in eight matches at an average of 57.50. Uttarakhand will begin their campaign against Bihar in the first round and Saxena hopes that Vijay Hazare Trophy double-centurion Karanveer Kaushal can continue his good form.

"Kaushal will be the guy to look out for this season, and we have a good medium-pacer in Deepak Dhapola. I know he will be among the wickets," he says. "We also have a talented allrounder in Saurabh Rawat. He did reasonably well in the Vijay Hazare and am hopeful that he will do well in Ranji too."

Vineet Ramakrishnan, Assistant Editor at Cricketcountry, is a sports journalist since 2011. Ex-cricketnext/IBN Sports, gocricket,com, cricbuzz.com and The Times of India (Online)

Uttarakhand: IAF plans to set up firing range at Khalia Top; locals object

Pithoragarh (Ukd), Oct 22: The Indian Air Force (IAF) is planning to set up a firing range at Khalia Top, a popular tourist spot close to the India-China border near Munsiyari in this district of Uttarakhand. It will be the first major strategic infrastructure project to come up on the Indian side close to the border after the India-China war of 1962, officials associated with the proposal said. 

"The IAF needs a firing range in this area because of security reasons and Khalia Top near Munsiyari town fits the bill with its perfect altitude," Air Marshal Devender Singh Rawat said. Located at a height of 12,500 feet which is the standard parameter set for firing ranges, Khalia Top is the ideal site for the project, he said.

Rawat had visited the spot recently along with a team of IAF officers  to get the feedback of locals on the proposal.  The aerial distance between Khalia Top and the India-China border is around 41 km. Khalia Top, a meadow around 7 km from Munsiyari town, is the main attraction for tourists visiting the town. However, locals have opposed the proposed project as they feel an IAF firing range will destroy the popular tourist spot and render hundreds of local youths jobless besides harming the Himalayan flora and fauna. The locals, who met Rawat, said Khalia Top is the only  tourist attraction in Munsiyari town that attracts over 50,000 people every year. "Khalia Top is not just a tourist attraction, but home to over two dozen rare Himalayan animal and bird species," Ram Darmashaktu, resident of Munsiyari town, said.

The locals also told the IAF team that the tourism industry in Munsiyari was providing  employment  to over  3,000 persons from 41 nearby villages. The IAF officer, however, maintained that the project will not be harmful to the ecology as target practice with low-intensity dummy bombs, weighing only three kgs, will be carried out at the range for only two months (October-November) during the year. Smoke emanating from these dummy bombs dissipates within seconds and will cause no harm to the ecology, the IAF team said.  

"Only low-intensity dummy bombs are dropped during practice at such ranges  that make  noise  like crackers  and  their smoke stays only up to five seconds. This practice of the Air Force will take place only during the months of October and November," Air Marshal Rawat said. Sub Divisional Magistrate, Munsiyari, K N Goswami said the IAF's proposal and the opposition of locals is being forwarded to the state government for clearance.

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UP, Uttarakhand sign inter-state bus service pact

Uttar Pradesh and Uttarakhand signed a historic agreement for inter-state plying of buses, an issue which has been pending for the past several years.

On Monday, after the agreement was signed, Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath and his Uttarakhand counterpart Trivendra Singh Rawat hoped for better co-ordination between the two states.

The agreement will enable UP State Road Transport Corporation (UPSRTC) buses to ply an additional 39,000 km on 216 routes of Uttarakhand, making 2,646 trips daily. Similarly, the Uttarakhand government buses will travel 2.52 lakh kms in UP on 335 routes with over 5,000 trips every day.

Besides, 57 routes have been kept for private buses in both states.

In their addresses, Yogi and Rawat said that it was a historic day for both states as now the people of UP and Uttarakhand would have facilities to travel to their destinations faster and safer.

"Better co-ordination between both states led to the agreement, which was pending for the past several years," the Chief Ministers said in their respective addresses.

Yogi said that his government was doing everything to provide facilities to the people and the bus services were a vital link.

"Both UP and Uttarakhand governments are working for the benefit of the people. This function was scheduled at Dehradun but since I was busy, Rawatji was kind enough to come to Lucknow for the function," he said.

"This agreement will facilitate pilgrims from UP to reach 'char dham' directly and also other tourists spots in Uttarakhand," he said.

Yogi, who also launched  51 new saffron buses to be used as shuttle during Kumbh Mela at Prayagraj next year, said that pilgrims going to Kumbh would get better facilities this time and the shuttle buses would ferry them from the parking area to the Mela area.

The government will ply 500 saffron buses for the Kumbh this time.

Rawat said that after the Narendra Modi government came to power at the Centre, development work in the entire country had accelerated.

"Both the BJP governments in UP and Uttarakhand are tirelessly working for the people's welfare and the agreement on bus services is one of them. The dispute over the agreement was sorted out in a day by both the governments," he said.

In his address, Minister of State for Transport (Independent charge) Swatantradev Singh said that after making a profit of Rs 122 crore in 2017-18, the UPSRTC was purchasing 1,350 buses, with 250 new buses being added in the fleet every month.

He said that the UPSRTC had introduced pink bus service exclusively for women passengers and soon, 50 new pink buses would be introduced with women drivers and conductors. He also said that 250 new CNG buses were being purchased out of which three CNG buses were launched on Monday.

Ranji Trophy 2018-19: Rajat Bhatia honoured to be Uttarakhand's first captain

Former Delhi allrounder Rajat Bhatia is leading debutants Uttarakhand this season. (file photo)

After playing his last first-class game in 2016, Delhi stalwart Rajat Bhatia was all set to move on to the next phase of his life – that of donning the selector's hat for the DDCA. But then he was made aware of the BCCI rule that a player must be retired for five years to take up the job.

Believing that he had a few years of cricket left in him, the 38-year-old allrounder turned out in the Dhaka Premier League this year and led his corporate team Air India to the Gold Cup in Uttarakhand. However, little did he know that his first appearance in the nondescript tournament would revive his cricketing career.

With the BCCI announcing nine new teams for the 2018-19 domestic season, the new associations were on the lookout for domestic veterans. Like many others, Bhatia fit the bill. Moreover, Uttarakhand officials had him play in the Gold Cup and zeroed in on the vastly experienced allrounder.

"I never expected this whole thing to start. When I heard that nine teams are coming into the Ranji Trophy, I never thought Uttarakhand will be one of them," Bhatia tells CricketCountry. "I played a tournament here, the Gold Cup, and I did well. After coming back, Delhi wanted me to be a selector. I was completely in to it but some rule was there I could not be a selector as there needs to be a gap of five years after retirement, and I was still playing. Then I got a call to take charge [of Uttarkhand] and I said yes."

Under Bhatia, who played 81 first-class matches for Delhi, Uttarakhand finished second in the Plate Group of the recent Vijay Hazare Trophy.

"I think I still have a lot of cricket in me, and I went in a with an open mind … so far so good. The boys here are very talented and things here have been very professional," says Bhatia, who took up the Uttarakhand captaincy but stresses that it was never about him.

"I wanted to take it as a challenge, my priority was to see cricket grow here," he says. "I have a place in Mussoorie since 1989 and I never thought I would be the first captain of Uttarakhand. That is a very big honour for me. I want cricketers here to know what kind of standards you need to have to play cricket at this level, the kind of discipline they need to follow. There are many things other than cricket they need to learn and I am here to show them that."

Karanveer Kaushal became the first batsman to score a double-hundred in the Vijay Hazare Trophy. (Image: UCA)

Uttarakhand made headlines in the Vijay Hazare Trophy when Karanveer Kaushal became the first Indian batsman to slam a double-century in a domestic List A fixture. Kaushal has shaped up as a key player for Uttarakhand in the Ranji Trophy, but his captain doesn't want to put extra pressure on the batsman.

"Honestly, I didn't have any expectations from him before the Vijay Hazare and I it will be the same going ahead," says Bhatia. "The only suggestion I have for him is to play the normal game. The game is the same, rules are the same and if you can score 200 in a one-day day game, you can do much better in a four-day game.

"We have good side, a talented side and we have been together for the past month. We played a very good Vijay Hazare, just lost one game against Bihar, after that we improved as a team and started doing well. Our plan will be to play according to the situation and everybody in this team is good and are capable for performing well."

Along with Bhatia, the two other professional players in the Uttarakhand team are two-time Ranji Trophy winner with Rajasthan, Vineet Saxena, and Tamil Nadu's Malolan Rangarajan.

"They are experienced guys," he says. "Saxena has played lot of cricket. He knows what it takes to reach the final, and win the final. He is a great performer and his experience has helped us. Malolan may not have played many first-class games, but there are lot of keys points young cricketers take from them and hope that it throughout the tournament."

Uttarakhand begin their Ranji Trophy campaign against Bihar at the Rajiv Gandhi International Cricket Stadium in Dehradun on November 1.

Vineet Ramakrishnan, Assistant Editor at Cricketcountry, is a sports journalist since 2011. Ex-cricketnext/IBN Sports, gocricket,com, cricbuzz.com and The Times of India (Online)

Beauty gets under the skin

Beauty is fabulously skin deep, as Pinterest and Instagram saves and likes show unapologetically. The three main factors in new skincare reflect the needs we live with: inclusivity, simplicity, au naturel and comprehensive oil solutions. With the winter months a few calendar clicks away, hydration is de reguer for skincare. Beauty companies are now offering new moisturisers for different types of skin—oily, dry and combination. Ask Kama, Forest Essentials and the umpteen neo-ayurvedic skin and beautycare experts for tips and they will tell you nothing glows better than skincare.

There is so much pollution in the air, food and drink that dehydrates and degrades the skin. Products to neutralise environmental "skin stressors" like air conditioning and heating, bacteria in closed spaces and the blue cathode light from computer screens are being launched. Cosmetics giants and smaller traditional boutiques have made cleansing a priority. Once cleansing agents would deplete the skin's natural oils. Now oily skin is treated with cleansing oils that give a clear, glowing, and hydrated skin by removing the "bad" facial oils and preserving natural moisture. No more worrying about pores. Early this year, Pinterest reported "cleansing oil" saves were up by 555 percent. The Day of the Oil is here: perfume oils have made a comeback since the fragrance lasts longer on the skin, which absorbs and radiates more than any aerosol mist. Perfume oil rollerballs are not yet a product craze for Indian cosmetics manufacturers like in Japan and the West. Face oils ma de the grade in 2017 with an oil for each skin type: oily, dry, flaky or acne breakouts. There even a oil to combat aging lines.

No beholder can ignore the role of facial rollers in visage engineering. Derma rolling aka micro-needling aerates the face by boring microscopic holes in the skin to promote collagen production. Result: wrinkles and other age-related signs, acne scars and dark spots will fade away considerably. Jade or quartz rollers are advised by beauty experts for plump, glowing skin and enhanced elasticity of skin. Pinterest grade: "derma roller"saves is up by 345 percent.

Simplification is in: anti-frizz wipes, oil-blotting sheets for the scalp and foam dry shampoos are available for beauty in a hurry, borrowed from reinvented age-old Korean techniques. People have become more eco-conscious and aware of the dangers of chemical treatments. Vitamin C skincare has gained traction, being a strong antioxidant. Clean is the new demand: beware of products with silicone, paraben and sulfates like SLS. Au naturel wins over everyday heavy gloss: leave the psychedelics shades to catwalk models and yesterday's ladies. Less cake on foundation to show off natural features is the preference among today's girls. Liquid formulas could be the answer. Matching skin complexion is no more a teenage crisis; cosmetics scientists have created over 40-plus skin-tone shades for all types and races that go beyond the standard 10 to 15 sold on yesterday's shelves.

K versus J: Battle for Beauty

Just as the world beauty industry made hay from ancient Indian beauty techniques in the nineties and early noughties, this decade belongs to Korea. The war between K-Beauty and J-Beauty has begun and what will Olay say! Since last year K (read Korea)-Beauty's  novel skincare and makeup products like sheet masks infused with snail mucin and cactus, creamy compact cushions and hybrid essences are driving the "glass skin" trend that makes skin look glowingly translucent. Essences, ampoules and overnighters are the foundations of K-beauty. Western companies are playing K-copycats, incorporating fermented ingredients for better skin penetration while 'bad bacteria' is finished off with probiotics in the process. Read black tea, kombucha, and sugarcane ferments. All Western skin care is inspired by Asia and Egypt; the Koreans use essences in their many-step beauty regimes. Essences unlike skin toners provide moisture to the skin in concentrated liquid form. Cushion compact is one of Korea's cutting edge beauty inventions which are being aped by all big fashion companies. Another K-Magic Lamp is the powder exfoliator that works by getting water to activate cosmetic ingredients while making exfoliation gentler. No time? The Koreans have an answer for that too—gel-like sleeping masks that leave facial skin perfectly hydrated till morning. Beauty trend casters predict J-Beauty as the next big thing since the Japanese economy has shaken off its slide. They predict classical Japanese beauty aspects of simplicity (kanso), understated beauty (shibui) and calm (seijaku) will be reflected in the new Japanese products that are expected to take on K-Beauty next year.

These Beauty Products Boast Major Ayurvedic Benefits

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Ayurveda is an ancient practice derived from the notion that our mind, body, and spirit are all connected as one. And while many of the rituals are still practiced in a traditional sense, the essence of Ayurveda has become more mainstream through popular beauty and wellness trends. Coupled with a growing demand for self-care focused products, Ayurvedic beauty is a trend worth trying.

The beauty of Ayurveda's influence on skincare is that you don't have to make your own healing remedies to reap the benefits of its medicinal herbs and practices. Instead, you can achieve them through good ol' mainstream products.

Click through for our favorite beauty products enriched with the herbs and inspired by the rituals of Ayurvedic medicine.

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Kora Organics Brightening & Exfoliating Mask ($48): Rev up your beauty regimen with this rejuvenating face mask. The at-home treatment is made with turmeric, peppermint, papaya enzymes, rosehip seeds, and aspen bark to slough off dry skin buildup, improve texture, brighten the skin's natural tone, and combat acne-causing ailments such as clogged pores.

Ayurvedic Highlight: Turmeric Turmeric is more than a trendy herb used in beauty and wellness — it's an Ayurvedic superstar. "Turmeric is an antioxidant powerhouse that has a plethora of benefits for the skin," notes Shadoh Punnapuzha, founder of the Ayurvedic skincare line Taïla Skincare. "It is antibacterial, prevents and heals breakouts, improves the signs of aging, and brightens the skin."

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Girl Undiscovered Stars Aligning Crystals ($29): There's a reason estheticians and dermatologists swear by facial massaging. Not only does it feel amazing, but it also does magical things for your skin. Using these crystals to give yourself an at-home facial massage can promote glowing skin, better product absorption, and deliver a burst of energy. Thanks to an Ayurvedic method — and common skincare practice — known as lymphatic drainage, the massaging crystals help rid the complexion of toxins and other aggressors that get in the way of a radiant complexion.

Ayurvedic Highlight: Lymphatic Drainage "The lymphatic system is a [process] within our body that allows our organs to drain toxins and waste," says Alissia Zenhausern, a board-certified naturopathic physician in Scottsdale, Arizona. "Sometimes with lack of mov ement or stagnation, the lymph system can become clogged," she explains. With that in mind, Zenhausern says lymphatic massaging is "a simple but powerful tool to help move lymph through the body." And, with regular practice, your skin can better eliminate unwanted waste and toxins. As a result, it appears healthier, and sort of like you slapped on your favorite highlighter (only, you didn't).

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Meow Meow Tweet Face Mask ($28): This mask in particular is enhanced with chickpea flour, aloe vera, pink clay, and organic pumpkin for a spa-worthy deep clean. The combination of chickpea flour and pink clay enhances blood and lymph circulation (AKA, drainage) too.

Ayurvedic Highlight: Chickpea Flour According to Punnapuzha, chickpea flour is a must in the daily Ayurvedic ritual and can be used to "wash the face and massage the body before a bath," she notes. On top of that, it exfoliates, stimulates the lymphatic system, and can even treat breakouts.

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Envy Medical Dermal Balance ($60): This skin-balancing elixir made with lavender, peptides, and the brand's patented antioxidant technology can soothe skin, enhance renewal, hydrate, and protect against environmental aggressors.

Ayurvedic Highlight: Lavender The beauty and medicinal benefits of lavender are seemingly endless, which is why it's considered a must in herbal practices. "Lavender has been known to boost circulation and oxygen to the skin," notes Dendy Engelman, a board-certified dermatologist in New York City. "The conditioning properties of lavender oil help to condition the skin, ultimately providing calming and hydrating benefits that improve the appearance of new or old scars," she adds. On top of that, Engelman says lavender's anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties can promote speedy healing too.

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Omorovicza Copper Peel ($160): While it might not be your first choice — or the most well-known — copper makes for one hard-working skincare ingredient. And this at-home peel is an excellent source for it. The treatment combines a blue copper paste and lactic acid activator that work in tandem to rejuvenate the complexion, reduce the look of large pores, and improve the complexion's overall texture and tone.

Ayurvedic Highlight: Copper In Ayurvedic practices, Punnapuzha says copper is mostly used in conjunction with water. "When water is stored in a copper vessel, it [can] naturally ionize the water," she explains. As a result, the water turns alkaline which can help balance the body's pH levels, protect against harmful bacteria, boost the immune system, and even infuse the body with antioxidants.

When it comes to skin, "copper plays a key role in the synthesis of proteins within the skin," sa ys Carly Roman, a board-certified dermatologist at Modern Dermatology in Seattle, Washington. It can also help do away with oxidative stress, which can lead to premature aging. "Copper peptides added to skin [treatments] help the process of rebuilding new collagen and elastin into the skin," notes Jason Emer, a cosmetic dermatologist in Beverly Hills.

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EmerginC Lighten-Up Under Eye Circle Fighter ($67): Between work and our social lives, tired-looking eyes are hard to avoid. However, all it takes is a little herbal magic via this potent eye cream. Formulated with Ayurvedic ingredients like licorice root, aloe, and other active botanicals, the dark circle fighter is powerful enough to brighten the skin around the eyes, yet gentle enough to use on sensitive skin types.

Ayurvedic Highlight: Licorice Root As an Ayurvedic ingredient, licorice root comes with a host of medicinal uses. However, its skincare benefits are just as impactful. Because of its antioxidant makeup, licorice root is a shining ingredient in most skincare products, as it helps brighten the skin and alleviate signs of sun damage and hyperpigmentation, including dark circles.

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Taïla MUHKA Botanical Cleanser ($58): The herbal cleanser is enriched with turmeric and other Ayurvedic ingredients to lift away stubborn impurities while keeping acne-causing bacteria at bay. Not to mention: It leaves behind a natural-looking glow.

Ayurvedic Highlight: TurmericThere's a reason some skin cleansers are formulated with turmeric. "Curcumin, which is the active ingredient in turmeric, is an amazing herb used for its anti-inflammatory [and] antioxidant properties," says Zenhausern. "It can improve skin textures, as well as reduce active inflammatory acne [and] reduce acne scars," she adds.

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PureHeals Pore Clear Black Charcoal Peel-Off Pack ($26): Charcoal formulas know a thing or two about deep cleaning. And, this face mask is no different. In addition to the cleanser, the peel-off mask is enriched with red reishi, coffee, and other botanicals that work together to get rid of imperfections — including stubborn blackheads — and promote a more revitalized, youthful-looking tone.

Ayurvedic Highlight: Red Reishi Reishi mushrooms are the epitome of herbal medicine. And, when it comes to skincare, their benefits are endless. One of the most impressive things about this Ayurvedic herb? It can defend the skin against premature signs of aging. Thanks to properties that help boost the immune system and blood circulation, the mushroom can better protect the skin against wrinkle-causing free radicals and improve the skin's elasticity.

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