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Being a highly spiritual country, festivals are at the heart of people’s lives in India. The numerous and varied festivals that are held throughout the year offer a unique way of seeing Indian culture at its best. Don't miss these following popular festivals in India.
1. Diwali
Diwali is a five day festival that honors the victory of good over evil and brightness over darkness. It celebrates Lord Ram and his wife Sita returning to their kingdom of Ayodhya, following Ram and monkey god Hanuman's defeat the demon King Ravana and rescue of Sita from his evil clutches. It's known as the "Festival of Lights" for all the fireworks, small clay lamps, and candles that are lit. The candlelight makes Diwali a very warm and atmospheric festival, and it's observed with much joy and happiness.
2. Ganesh Chaturthi
The spectacular eleven day Ganesh Chaturthi festival honors the birth of the beloved Hindu elephant-headed god, Lord GaneshaThe start of the festival sees huge, elaborately crafted statutes of Ganesha installed in homes and podiums, which have been especially constructed and beautifully decorated. At the end of the festival, the statutes are paraded through the streets, accompanied by much singing and dancing, and then submerged in the ocean
3. Holi
Holi is a two day festival that also celebrates the victory of good over evil, as well as the abundance of the spring harvest season. It's commonly referred to as the "Festival of Colors". People exuberantly throw colored powder and water all over each other, have parties, and dance under water sprinklers. Bhang (a paste made from cannabis plants) is also traditionally consumed during the celebrations. Holi is a very carefree festival that's great fun to participate in if you
4. Navaratri, Dussehra, and Durga Puja
The first nine days of this festival are known asNavaratri, and are filled with dance in honor of the Mother Goddess. The tenth day, called Dussehra, is devoted to celebrating the defeat of the demon king Ravana by Lord Ram It also coincides with the victory of the revered warrior Goddess Durga over the evil buffalo demon Mahishasura.
In eastern India, the festival is observed as Durga Puja. Huge statues of the Goddess are made and immersed in the holy Ganges River. The festival is an extremely social and theatrical event, with drama, dance, and cultural performances held throughout the country.
5. Onam
Onam is the biggest festival of the year in Kerala. This ten day harvest festival marks the homecoming of the mythical King Mahabali It’s a festival rich in culture and heritage. People strikingly decorate the ground in front of their houses with flowers arranged in beautiful patterns to welcome the King. The festival is also celebrated with new clothes, feasts served on banana leaves, dancing, sports, games, and snake boat races.
6. Krishna Janmashtami/Govinda
Krishna Janmashtami, also known as Govinda, commemorates the birthday of Lord Krishna An extremely fun part of the festival involves people climbing on each other and forming a human pyramid to try and reach and break open clay pots filled with curd, which have been strung up high from buildings.
7. Pushkar Camel Fair
An astonishing 50,000 camels converge on the tiny desert town of Pushkar, in India's state of Rajasthan for the Pushkar Camel Fair. For five days, the camels are dressed up, paraded, shaved, entered into beauty contests, raced, and of course traded. It's a great opportunity to witness an old, traditional style Indian festival.
8.Keral Temple Festivals
The south Indian state of Kerala is filled with temples that are renowned for their exotic temple festivals. The large processions of elephants, resplendent in ornaments, are the main attractions of these festivals. The processions are accompanied by colorful floats, drummers and other musicians
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Probationary Officer in JMG Scale I Jobs recruitment in Bank of Maharashtra Recruitment Cell - HUMAN RESOURCE MANGEMENT DEPARTMENT Bank
of Maharashtra, a leading nationalized Bank looking for young,
energetic, and innovative minds from qualified graduates who will be
appointed as Probationary Officer in JMG Scale I after successful completion of one year Post Graduate Diploma in Banking & Finance course specified from the training Institute Manipal
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Training Limited a pioneer academic & training institutions No. of Vacancies : 500 posts (SC-75, ST-37, OBC-135, Gen-253) Qualification (as on 01.07.2016): A graduate in any discipline from a recognized University. Note:1. The candidate must possess the requisite educational qualification as on 01.07.2016. 2. Degrees obtained from the recognised Universities or Institutes recognised by the Govt. of India only will be considered. 3.
Candidates who are awaiting their results of the qualifying examination
OR who have not passed the qualifying examination on or before
01.07.2016 are not eligible. 4. In case the result
of a particular examination is posted on the website of the University /
Institute and web based certificate is issued then proper document /
certificate in original issued and signed by the appropriate authority
of the University / Institute indicating the date of passing properly
mentioned thereon will be reckoned for verification and further process. Age (as on 01.07.2016):
Minimum age 18 years & Maximum age 28 years [A candidate must have
been born not earlier than 02.07.1988 and not later than 01.07.1998
(both days inclusive)] Non Refundable Application Fee And Intimation Charges : Application Fees / Intimation Charges (Payable from 12.08.2016 to 06.09.2016 (both dates inclusive) Rs. 100/- for SC/ST/PWD candidates Rs. 600/- for all others Bank
Transaction charges / convenience charges for Online Payment of fees /
intimation charges will have to be borne by the candidate. Service Bond :
The candidate will have to execute a service Bond for serving a minimum
of two (2) years in the Bank from the date of their joining in Bank?s
service or else shall pay back to the Bank the full amount of stipend
received by him / her during the programme, a notional amount of Rs.
2.00 lakh towards the cost of on-thejob training as Bond amount and also
liquidate the entire educational loan outstanding inclusive of interest
at applicable. Selection Procedure : Online Test :
The selection will be made on the basis of performance in Online Test,
Personal Interview and/or GD. Merely satisfying the eligibility norms
does not entitle a candidate to be called for written test &
interview. On-line test will be conducted through IBPS/ or any other
examiner decided by the Bank and the mode of test will be decided by the
Bank. The details of the written test shall be communicated to the
candidates in advance. The Written test will be Objective type. a) Objective Tests- Total Questions- 200 Reasoning Ability- No of Question- 50, Maximum Marks – 50 marks Quantitative Aptitude- No of Question- 50, Maximum Marks – 50 marks English Language- No of Question- 50, Maximum Marks – 50 marks General Awareness (with special reference to Banking Industry)- No of Question- 50, Marks – 50 marks b) Personal Interview :
Candidates qualifying in the online test will be shortlisted and called
for Personal Interview / Group Discussion subject to the number of
intake in each category After Group Discussions/Personal Interview,
shortlisted candidates in order of merit in written test and Personal
Interview will have to undertake PGDBF in Banking from Bank Empanelled
Institute at their own expenses for 12 months, of which 3 months
INTERNSHIP in Bank branches with a monthly stipend of Rs.20000/- during
internship. Online Exam Centres:
The online test is proposed to be held at Hyderabad, Guwahati, Patna,
Chandigarh,Delhi, Ahmedabad, Shimla, Jammu,
Ranchi,Bangaluru,Thiruvananthapuram, Bhopal, Indore, Jabalpur,
Aurangabad, Kolhapur, Mumbai, Nagpur, Nasik, Pune, Bhubaneshwar,
Jaipur,Chennai, Lucknow, Dehradun, Kolkata.
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Interested candidates who fulfill the eligibility criteria may apply online during 12.08.2016to 06.09.2016 and no other mode of application will be accepted. Important Dates : Particulars Date Commence of date of on-line application -12.08.2016 Last Date of online application -06.09.2016
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Position:Senior Administration Officer Department: Corporate Legal Division:Property Management Salary:R 236 436 - R 306 900 per annum (plus benefits) Minimum Requirements:
Relevant National Diploma in Law, Property Management, Built Environment, Public Administration or equivalent (NQF 6)
Valid Driver's licence
Computer literacy
Negotiation, communication and interpersonal skills
Relevant experience
Preferred Requirements:
Relevant National Diploma or Degree in Law, Property Management, Built
Environment, Public Administration or equivalent (NQF 6)
Valid Driver's licence
Any specialized field related to Property Management course
Certificate in Estate Agency
Core Responsibilities:
Attend to all property functions related to disposals, leases,
expropriations, registration/cancellation of rights, encroachment of
services and ad-hoc duties assigned by the Manager
Attend development tribunals and other meetings of the Council's committees as well as Ward Committees
Assist the Manager with consultations with external organisations,
consultants, members of the public, provincial and government
departments, Councillors and other municipal departments; the granting
of consents to transfer erven with railway sidings; eviction of illegal
occupants; drafting, perusal and signature of agreements and documents
as approved by the Council for execution of property functions; risk
management; management and control of the Opex and Capex budget and
assist with purchasing of goods and services as well as management of
moveable and immovable assets of the Council
Draft and peruse confidential reports to obtain Council Resolutions and execution of such resolutions
Provide information to assist with compliance with legal obligations and procedures in terms of legislation
Obtain valuations for property transactions; conduct site inspections and act as Team Lead in his/her absence
Applications must be submitted to the following Human Resource Office:
Brakpan Civic Centre, Cnr. Elliot & Escombe Streets, Brakpan
No faxed and e-mailed applications will be accepted. Please quote reference number on application.
Applications will not be considered if the necessary copies of the
required qualifications, identity documents, driver’s license (if
applicable) and current professional registration (if applicable), are
not attached to the application / CV. Candidates may be requested to
submit proof of the NQF level applicable to the qualifications they have
obtained.
Should candidates not be informed of the outcome of the application
within six weeks of the closing date, it should be regarded as having
been unsuccessful. The Ekurhuleni Metropolitan Municipality subscribes
to the principles of the Employment Equity Act. Closing date:2016/08/23
The Industry Participation
Advocate (IPA) was established to maximise the economic benefit from
Government expenditure. To enhance the work of the IPA, two new
category managers are required to monitor and provide additional
knowledge of local industry sectors and prevailing business conditions
and provide guidance so that government agencies are aware of new,
innovative, value for money solutions proposed by SA businesses. The
Category Managers will provide support to subcontractors and suppliers
to ensure they get an adequate hearing from principal contractors and to
ensure they have the expertise to address tender requirements. These
roles will ensure the Industry Participation Plan benefits are being
realised and ways are identified to capture further economic value and
benefits throughout the life of the contract. The successful applicants
will display a sound knowledge of supply chain and procurement
processes coupled with the ability to successfully lead a high
performing team
Special conditions
There are two roles available
and they are temporary / term vacancies for up to 4 years. The roles
have an ASO7/ ASO8 classification dependent on relevant skills and
experience. Some out of hours work and Intra state and interstate travel
may be required. Applicants who applied for the same roles under
Vacancy Number: 2016-13325 will still be considered for this role.
Additional notes
To apply for this position
applicants are required to submit a 2-page cover letter, and CV
including 3 professional referees, outlining your relevant
qualifications and work experience in relation to the Selection Criteria
outlined in Section B of the Role Statement. Applications to Jodie
Rimmer- Office Coordinator at Jodie.rimmer@sa.gov.au
Essential qualifications
Tertiary qualifications are
essential in a field relevant to the position and/or substantial
relevant professional development and/or experience.
Diwali is a five day festival that honors the victory of good over evil and brightness over darkness. It celebrates Lord Ram and his wife Sita returning to their kingdom of Ayodhya, following Ram and monkey god Hanuman's defeat the demon King Ravana and rescue of Sita from his evil clutches. It's known as the "Festival of Lights" for all the fireworks, small clay lamps, and candles that are lit. The candlelight makes Diwali a very warm and atmospheric festival, and it's observed with much joy and happiness.
