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Kingston has just released its 15GB DataTraveler 400 USB flash drive, and this model comes pre-loaded with MigoSync data synchronization software. You will be able to work with different computers simultaneously by directly synchronizing files, e-mail and Internet browser settings onto the drive. With 16GB of storage space, rest assured you won't run out of capacity anytime soon if all you deal with are regular office documents. Other features include the integrated SecureTraveler software that enables a Privacy Zone, where a password-protected area helps keep your data sae. Each $196 purchase is backed by a 5-year warranty and round the clock technical support.

Ratoc has released a new mini wireless audio amplifier known as the RAL-AMP01 for the PC.

It communicates using the 2.4GHz USB transmitter and has a data rate transfer of 4Mbps, tops.

Other features include :-

* Output power of 2x10 Watts

* Impedance of 8 O

* Frequency response of 20Hz~20kHz(-0.3dB)

* RCA input/output

* Speaker output terminal

* Mini output (3.5mm) jack

Pretty small despite packing in quite a decent performance,

the RAL-AMP01 will retail for approximately €240.

Vector Supercomputer SX-9: The world's fastest vector supercomputer with a peak processing performance of 839 TFLOPS*1. The SX-9 features the world's first CPU capable of a peak vector performance of 102.4 GFLOPS*2 per single core. In addition to the newly developed CPU, the SX-9 combines large-scale shared memory of up to 1TB and ultra high-speed interconnects achieving speeds up to 128GB/second. Through these enhanced features, the SX-9 closes in on the PFLOPS*3 range by realizing a processing performance of 839 TFLOPS. The SX-9 also achieves an approximate three-quarter reduction in space and power consumption over conventional models. This was achieved by applying advanced LSI design and high-density packaging technology.

1.Enhanced groundbreaking performance from ultra high-speed CPU

2. Reduced TCO via high-density packaging and energy-saving technology

3. User-friendly computing environment

Waking up on a cool morning can be pretty hard to do, even more so on a Monday when you know there is nothing but stress, obnoxious colleagues and a pile of work waiting for you at the office. With the Philips AJL305 clock radio, your task is made much easier since it features DAB radio that allows you to tune in to your favorite radio station while getting your internal engine going. In addition to entertaining you with radio programs, you can also roll out of bed easier by displaying the most menacing image of your boss on the integrated digital photo frame, forcing you to get out of bed as that's the face you'll be seeing if you go in late for the third time this month. Philips will offer the AJL305 clock radio for £69.99 fromthis September.

The Japanese watch importer Tokyoflash has announced some new stylish unisex analog timepieces in their popular Nekura series.

There are five new models. All designs feature a custom engraved, self-adjustable wristband seamlessly engineered from brushed stainless steel, a slimline polished silver case, are finished with a neatly designed clasp and are available with a black or clear strap.

Cabriolet (first image left) features a speedometer inspired dial with a contrasting avocado and black finish and comes with a stylish shaded effect on the lens, partly eclipsing the dial.

Transceiver (second image middle) has an innovative display, inspired by a classic radio tuning dial and features a modern black and grey check background, complemented perfectly by the engraved pattern on the strap.

Twilight (third image right) features a dark face with a circular dial, highlighted in bold tones of orange and blue creating an ambient presence.

This is A.R.Rahman at his early stage when he started composing his own Music
His original name is Dilip Kumar Shekhar


A.R.R's Father Mr.R.K.Shekhar

National Film Awards (India)

1993 - National Film Award for Best Music Direction - Roja

1997 - National Film Award for Best Music Direction - Minsaara Kanavu

2002 - National Film Award for Best Music Direction - Lagaan

2003 - National Film Award for Best Music Direction - Kannathil Muthamittal Filmfare Awards South (India)

1993 - Filmfare Best Music Direction - Roja

1994 - Filmfare Best Music Direction - Gentleman

1995 - Filmfare Best Music Direction - Kadhalan

1996 - Filmfare Best Music Direction - Bombay

1997 - Filmfare Best Music Direction - Kadhal Desam

1998 - Filmfare Best Music Direction - Minsaara Kanavu

1999 - Filmfare Best Music Direction - Jeans

2000 - Filmfare Best Music Direction - Mudhalvan

2001 - Filmfare Best Music Direction - Alaipayuthey

2006 - Filmfare Best Music Direction - Sillunu Oru Kadhal Filmfare Awards (India)

1995 - Filmfare Best Music Director Award - Rangeela

1998 - Filmfare Best Music Director Award - Dil Se

1999 - Filmfare Best Music Director Award - Taal

2001 - Filmfare Best Music Director Award - Lagaan

2002 - Filmfare Best Music Director Award - Saathiya

2002 - Filmfare Best Background Score - The Legend of Bhagat Singh

2004 - Filmfare Best Background Score - Swades

2006 - Filmfare Best Music Director Award - Rang de Basanti He also won a "Filmfare R D Burman Music Debutant Award" for Roja's dubbed Hindi version. Tamil Nadu State Film Awards

1993 - Best Music - Roja

1994 - Best Music - Gentleman

1995 - Best Music - Kadhalan

1996 - Best Music - Bombay

1997 - Best Music - Minsaara Kanavu

2000 - Best Music - Sangamam Zee Cine Awards (India)

2000 - ** 2002 - Zee Cine Award Best Music Director - Lagaan

2006 - Zee Cine Award Best Music Director - Rang De Basanti GIFA Awards (Malaysia)

2006 - GIFA Award for Best Music - Rang De Basanti

2006 - GIFA Award for Best Background Music - Rang De Basanti IIFA Awards (India)

2007 - IIFA Best Music Direction - Rang De Basanti

2002 - IIFA Best Music Direction - Lagaan

2003 - IIFA Best Music Direction - Saathiya

2000 - IIFA Best Music Direction - Taal Star Screen Awards

2002 - Best Background Music

2007 - Best Music Direction - Guru

Swaralaya Yesudas Award (India)

2006 - Swaralaya-Kairali-Yesudas Award for outstanding performance in music field

2000 - Padma Shri (India)

Screen-Videocon Awards Kadhal Desam (South - Tamil; 1997) Minsara Kanavu (South - Tamil; 1998)
Vande Mataram (Non-film; 1998) Taal (Hindi; 2000) Other Awards was nominated for Laurence Olivier Theatre Award (2003) (The Hilton Award) for "Best New Musical of 2002" - Bombay Dreams Musical

Sangeet Awards 2005 Best Music Director (Film music - Swades)

The Mahavir-Mahatma Award (Instituted by the Oneness Forum)

National Lata Mangeshkar awards for 2004-05 ( The awards instituted by Madhya Pradesh government )

Sangeet Awards 2004 Best Music Director (Film music - Yuva) Best music arranger (Critics award) for 'Yeh Rishta' - Meenakshi 2004 American India Awards R D Burman Award at the SuMu Music Awards (1993) Madras Telugu Academy Puraskar (1992 to 1994) Bommai Nagi Reddy Award (1995/96) Lux-Kumudam Award for Kadhalan (1995) Mauritius National Award (1995; for contribution to music) Malaysian Award (1996; for contribution to music) Sanskriti Award from Delhi based Sanskriti foundation (1994) Kalaimamani Award from Tamil Nadu Government (1995) Thangapillai Award Rajiv Gandhi Award 3rd Channel [V] Awards - Coca Cola Viewer's Choice Award 1998 The Channel [V]-IMI Award for Best Producer for Vandemataram 1998 Fanta Award in 1999 Stardust Cine Honours Taal (2000) Filmgoers's Award Taal (2000) First Bollywood Music Awards (Best Music Director and Best Song) Taal (2000) V Shantaram Award: Taal (2001), Best Music(Guru)2006-2007 Bollywood US Awards (2003) Best Music Director : Saathiya 8th Annual Planet-Bollywood Awards (People's Choice Awards! - Best of 2002) Best Music Direction : Saathiya, The Legend of Bhagat Singh Star Screen Award - Best Background Score - Rang De Basanti

Dinakaran Cine Awards Minsara Kanavu (1998) Jeans (1999) Mudalvan, Kadhalar Dhinam (2000)

MTV Awards MTV-VMA Award for Dil Se Re song from Dil Se.. 1999 MTV Asia Awards 2003 for Favourite Artist India MTV IMMIES 2003 - Best Music Composer - 'Saathiya' - Saathiya ( Hindi )

A. R. Rahman has been nominated for the following awards: Laurence Olivier Awards (UK)

2003 - Laurence Olivier Theatre Award for Best New Musical - Bombay Dreams Dora Mavor Moore Awards (Canada)

2006 - General Theatre Division - Outstanding Musical Direction - The Lord of the Rings musical

A year ago a footage emerged from a remote village in India . The video showed a young girl receiving surgery to separate her fingers, which were badly burned and fused together. Why did this operation make headlines around the world? The surgery was performed by a 7-year-old boy named Akrit Jaswal. Now 13 years old, Akrit has an IQ of 146 and is considered the smartest person his age in India -a country of more than a billion people. Before Akrit could even speak, his parents say they knew he was special. 'He learned very fast,' says Raksha, Akrit's mother. 'After learning the alphabet, we started to teach him joining of words, and he started writing as well. He was two.' At an age when most children are learning their ABCs, Akrit was reading Shakespeare and assembling a library of medical textbooks. When he was 5 years old, he enrolled in school. One year later, Akrit was teaching English and math classes. Akrit developed a passion for science and anatomy at an early age. Doctors at local hospitals took notice and started allowing him to observe surgeries when he was 6 years old. Inspired by what he saw, Akrit read everything he could on the topic. When an impoverished family heard about his amazing abilities, they asked if he would operate on their daughter for free. Her surgery was a success. After the surgery, Akrit was hailed as a medical genius in India . Neighbors and strangers flocked to him for advice and treatment. At age 11, Akrit was admitted to Punjab University .. He's the youngest student ever to attend an Indian university. That same year, he was also invited to London 's famed Imperial College to exchange ideas with scientists on the cutting edge of medical research. Akrit says he has millions of medical ideas, but he's currently focused on developing a cure for cancer. 'I've developed a concept called oral gene therapy on the basis of my research and my theories,' he says. 'I'm quite dedicated towards working on this mechanism.' Growing up, Akrit says he used to see cancer patients lying on the side of the road because they couldn't afford treatment or hospitals had no space for them. Now, he wants to use his intellect to ease their suffering. '[I've been] going to hospitals since the age of 6, so I have seen firsthand people suffering from pain,' he says. 'I get very sad, and so that's the main motive of my passion about medicine, my passion about cancer.' Currently, Akrit is working toward a bachelor's degrees in zoology, botany and chemistry. Someday, he hopes to continue his studies at Harvard University .

I feel proud that this guy is INDIAN