The precious time  of our life that is our college life . Everyone knows that the worlds of high school and college couldn’t be further apart. But, what parallels can be drawn between the two? From childhood to adulthood, high school allows you to gain a sense of what it will be like to be an adult. On the other hand, college allows you to fully take ownership of your time, responsibilities and who you want to become. life in college is incomplete without fest .

Being a Delhi university student,First three months of the years are the best because its the time when all the fest held in different colleges of  DU. Here is the list of top 10 fest of Delhi University which you wont be missing

• Mecca- Hindu college –The Annual Cultural Fest of Hindu comes to you this month from 25^th-28^th February. Mecca acts as a choir of various musical events, ranging from sufi to pop and rock-n-roll, literary events, fashion shows, etc. to name a few. The past years have seen the grand success of the fest because of the participation of mind boggling number of students.

• Crossroad-Shri Ram College of commerce-The largest cultural fest of DU that sees a footfall of over 10,000 people a day. With just a few weeks left for the fest, there is already a lot of conjecture around the campus as to which celebrity will burn the floor this time. The fests organised by SRCC have always been a part of the “Do Not Miss” list. With the huge variety of food and other events, this college does not fail to attract maximum attention towards itself.

• Renaissance-Kirori Mal college –The fest is scheduled to be held from February 23-25. Renaissance 2015 has a long list of events lined up. KMC’S fest is known for being one of the best in North Campus. It has a huge turnout, no restricted entry and amazing performances.

• Tempest -Miranda House -The annual fest of Miranda House is looked up to every year with a lot of excitement as it hosts the best star performances in campus. It caters to a wide variety of audience as well as participants from top institutes all over the country.Miranda House (being an all girls college) is a major attraction in North Campus, for obvious reasons. Despite that major advantage to up their entry ticket sales, they always have quality events and performance that are well organized.

• Confluence-Hansraj College -Confluence is all about the music. It really is. With performers such as RDB , DJ Barkha Kaul , Jazzy B , Jasleen Royal and singer Neeraj Shridhar it is much like a carnival of great tunes and rhythms. Two of their main attractions in terms of events is the DJ Wars and Solo Song.

• Ullas-Kamla Nehru College-Spanning over two days, the fest has a plethora of activities and competitions. It is a culturally active fest and all college societies’ work really hard together to take this show to another level.Caricature, Tattoo Making, T-shirt Making, English Debate ,Choreography , Indian Dance , Poster Making and Card Making… these are only some of the many events hosted by Kamla Nehru College.

• Nexus -Shri Venkateshwar College –long recognized as a premier cultural festival of Delhi University, continues to draw high levels of talent and participation from colleges and institutes across Delhi. The Battle of Bands and One Act Theatre event are highly appreciated and enjoyed immensely by all.From the variety of events hosted, the guests invited for performances and the amount of money and effort put into it, Nexus has a lot to boast about. 2013 saw a milieu of interactive events that students could participate in including some rather interesting ones such as Chocolate Eating , Karaoke , face painting , western music and Hindustani music.

• Reverie-Gargi college -After a series of back to back enthralling fests over the years, Gargi College presents its Annual Cultural Fest – Reverie 2k15, Labyrinth of Life. This time, experience the magic that makes life an illusion at Gargi College. One of the best fests of DU, Reverie establishes a yard stick for the rest. This ‘all girls’ college is a perfect example of how good organizers women are. Their fest this year had been remarkable and ‘in the talks’ for so long. The shows put up by their dramatics society were a treat to watch.
• Tarang-LSR-With events , activities , competitions and performances spanning over 3 days , Tarang is one of the festivals that highlight and exhibit aptitude and talent. With a number of literary , dance , music , photography and art competitions the gala attracts students from not only the colleges around LSR but also the colleges in North Campus and sometimes , even participants from Gurgaon

• Harmony-St.Stephens-Harmony, the annual cultural festival of St. Stephen’s College is a festival where students can let loose completely. Their events include Face Painting, Tug of War, Battle of Bands, Wall Climbing, Food Tasting Competition, Treasure Hunt, Karaoke Night, Scavenger Hunt, Pottery Workshop and Movie Screenings.

I guess people have realized this fact that, when we were teens, we were very desperate to have sex. Now don’t deny please, this is a fact. Having sex when we were teenagers is something like achieving a great success for us. But being a teenager, we barely have any idea about sex. So most of the teenage sex stories results in getting pregnant. So for all those teenage who are reluctant to share their problems, this is the solution for you. Before jumping into bed, make sure you are ready with prevention.

1. Male Condom

The male condom is a thin sheath of rubber that slips over the penis. It provides a barrier that prevents pregnancy and STDs by keeping semen from entering the vagina.

2. Female Condom

It is a pouch with two flexible rings, one fitting inside the vagina and the other on the outside. When it is inserted into the vagina, the closed end shields the cervix, the sheath lines the vaginal walls, and the ringed open end hangs outside the vagina to cover the labia.

3. Birth Control Vaginal Ring

The birth control vaginal ring (NuvaRing), is a small flexible ring that a women put in her vagina for three weeks every month. It’s easy to obtain with a prescription and is very effective. It works by releasing progestin and estrogen, and therefore has many of the same benefits and side effects as the pill and the shot. It may also cause increased vaginal discharge, vaginal irritation or infection.

4. Birth Control Pills

Pills are one of the most popular forms of birth control because they are effective, convenient, safe to use and easy to obtain with a prescription. Girl take one pill each day, which delivers hormones that prevent eggs from leaving ovaries and make cervical mucus thicker, which keeps sperm from getting to the eggs.

5. Birth Control Shot

The birth control shot (Depo-Provera) is a good option for girls who aren’t good at remembering to take a pill every day, since the injection is once every three months. The shot contains the hormones progestin to help prevent against pregnancy by working in the same way that birth control pills do.

6. Contraceptive Implant

This is a thin, flexible plastic implant (about the size of a matchstick) that contains a hormone and is placed under the skin of the upper arm. But the implant doesn’t give protection against STDs. So I guess you need the condom too in this process. About 1 of every 100 girls using this method will get pregnant. So it is a highly reliable method I think.

7. Contraceptive Patch (Ortho Evra)

This method is a non harming way. This patch contains hormones that are absorbed through the skin and prevent the ovaries from releasing an egg. It needs to be replaced once a week for three weeks (basically that week is the period week). One demerit is it also doesn’t provide protection against STDs so condom should be used. The failure rate of this method is 9%.

8. Intrauterine Device (Iud)

In this process, a doctor inserts the small, flexible, T-shaped birth control device into the uterus. This process also doesn’t provide protection against STDs. Out of 1 in every 100 women using this process, will get pregnant so the failure rate is about 0.2%-0.8%.

Erzurum is the largest city of the Eastern Anatolian Region in Eastern Turkey. Situated 5766 feet above sea level, at the outskirts of Palandöken Mountain, the city has found great importance to be the hub of winter tourism in recent years. From rafting, to trekking, and skiing, The Rock can’t refrain people, from all over the world, from visiting the city. So, pack your bags and rush to engulf yourself into the adventures of Erzurum.

Things to do at Erzurum:

River Rafting:

The Coruh River, one of the top ten white water rivers in the world, serves as the perfect venue for adventure when it comes to river rafting, as the high volume of river water is fed by the melting snow from the eastern Black Sea Mountains in north-east Turkey. As it flows through the rugged mountains and the Turkish countryside untouched by people, let yourself get drowned in the peace and tranquillity of nature as you enjoy the adventure.

Trekking:

There are many mountains, hills, plateaus and valleys which have pathways offering the trekkers unique views of natural beauty. The trek with the trail going through thick pines, waits full of adrenaline to offer a visual feast of nature to the eyes. There are suitable  tracks for this kind of activities on the peak of Palandöken, in the towns of Uzundere  and İspir. There are many trekking paths passing among yellow pine forests, lake and waterfalls with deep valleys and plateaus on Uzundere Valley.The Kackar-Kavron Summit, at an altitude of 12,933 feet is the highest point in the Kackar Mountain range.

Mountain Biking:

The rugged and dramatic terrain of mountains surrounding Erzurum offers sure and exciting biking trails to the adventure lovers. The beauty of the countryside, flora and fauna and Turkish lifestyle is best experienced on a bike’s seat as you meander through lush green hills and dales. This is another sport that Erzurum boasts of and many have lured by the exiting thrills of this outdoor fun. There are routes with different difficulty levels in İspir, Tortum and Uzundere  which are ideal for Erzurum geography, including Ahlatlı-Zarnıç (hard), Uzundere  Yaylası (hard), Serdarlı – Pehlivanlı (hard), Derinpınar Yaylası – Serdarlı (hard), Engüzek  Castle (mid-level) and Yıkıklar (mid-level).

Skiing:

The Palandöken Mountains provide an excellent skiing experience owing to their great height which makes for long descents. Being one of the highest altitude positioned provinces of Turkey, Erzurum has the coldest of climates, remaining covered with snow for 4-5 months during winter. The vast open spaces, snow clad mountains and the height of skiing slopes are enough to pump up the adrenaline in any ski enthusiast. The Palandöken Ski Centre situated in southern Erzurum, lies in the east-west direction the summit at a height of 3185m.

Paragliding:

Ever imagined flying like a bird? And imagine you are flying, with the Turkish mountains in the backdrop. And as you fly high, the beauty of paragliding at Erzurum remains incomparable. The picturesque views of the rugged terrain, the valley and the mountains, and settlements give thrill and amusements with breath taking experience. As you look below, you will see the rows of local houses like tiny dots on the mountain landscapes, and if look along the horizon you can trace the coastline for hours. There are proper and specific points for paragliding around the city, particularly in and around Palandöken Mountain Ranges and Tortum Lake.

In the 21^st century the technology is so much advanced that everyone one of us is addicted to it. Most of the people now have smart phones as the have become an integral part of their lives. Let us have a look at the 10 must-have gadgets for every phone addict. For someone who never loses the sight of their phone these gadgets are a must.

1. Wrist Strap

The modern day phones are all about selfies, and so this strap might come in handy for saving your phone when you perform dangerous stunts for capturing a cool selfies.

2. Chromecast

Chromecast is a line of digital media players developed by Google. These are designed as small dongles which play audio/video content on a high-definition television or home audio system by directly streaming it via Wi-Fi from the internet or a local network.

3. Phone Sanitizer

Your Smartphone has one unwanted function: it is a breeding ground for disease-causing bacteria and viruses. What’s more, holding that Petri dish of a device next to your mouth and nose creates a direct path for colds and flu. But this easy-to-use smart-phone sanitizer helps to zap most of those germs automatically.

4. A charging clutch.

There are some rare moments when we don’t carry the phone in our hands. For those, the phone may rest a while in this clutch and get charged at the same time.

5. Smart ring (NFC ring)

This smart ring basically helps in sending contact information and can even unlock your door. It can also manage your applications and can unlock your phone.

6. Sticky Notes

Guys every one of us have a knack of forgetting things regularly. These awesome pads for your iPhone 5 or 6 will keep all your hand-written notes as close to you as possible.

7. Charging Cable Bracelet

The Charging Cable Bracelet serves a dual purpose, combining the two worlds of technology and fashion. They are disguised in the form of a simple but stylish bracelet giving you the capability of charging your devices at the same time.

8. Touchscreen Paint

The screen of your phone often gets scratched due to frequent use and if you wear gloves while using your favourite device then certainly the touch of your phone is not as smooth as it should be. So now you can put on the gloves which are touch sensitive and at the same time will allow you to keep the screen clean.

9. Power Bank

Power Banks are highly essential as the smartphone batteries drain out a bit quickly. Power banks allow you to charge your phone at any instant whether you are in a meeting or you are in a flight. This has lot of practical application.

10. Notification Ring

Ringly is wearable technology that lets you know about many of your applications when you aren’t looking at your phone. Isn’t it cool? Off course it is.

“Is my training intense enough? Am I pushing my body hard enough and getting the most out of my training?” We have all fallen victim to the “more is better” mentality… If it’s easy it can’t be effective.  I have to give 110% all the time. Focus and drive have to be the backbone of my training period. I don’t know if that’s all true, but before we can say how important intensity is to our training, let’s define training intensity.

When I think of intensity, I think of drop sets, super sets, forced reps, any training technique that enables you to push past the point where you would normally stop. The goal is fatigue and consequently failure. I would definitely say that in order to reach failure, you need intensity. But what is failure?

I tend to think of muscle failure as the point in which your muscles can no longer contract. Why? From my understanding, your muscles fail because they run out of neurotransmitters and they can no longer fire or carry the signal to fire. To the best of my knowledge, and I’m certainly not a medical professional, muscle failure is directly related to your nervous system, just like over training.

I’ve heard people say that the main objective of training should be to “train” your nervous system. These people say that doing heavy compound movements such as squats will have a profound effect on your nervous system, and in turn your body will crank out a synergy of hormones such as testosterone, growth hormone, and IGF-1

Okay, so back to intensity. What I want to know is this – can training intensity exist even if you don’t do drop sets, super sets, giant sets or any of the other principles used to promote muscle failure? For example, I want you to think of the most intense triceps training routine you can imagine. Maybe it’s giant sets over and over, using tremendous focus and taking little time in between sets.

Now compare that to heavy squatting. Maybe you only do ten sets of squats and you rest five minutes between sets, whereas with the triceps routine you do upwards of twenty sets all together and you’re doing super sets with very little rest between sets.

Which is more intense? Off the bat, the triceps routine looks rough… But ten sets of squats is no picnic either. The one thing I can say for sure is that I would feel far more spent after the squat workout. There is nothing really that intense about it; it’s just ten straight sets with ample rest in between. However, I know for sure that my nervous system would be shot after the squats.

People tend to think that if you are to reach your full potential, you must subject yourself to the most painful and trying measures. I don’t believe that being the hardest working bodybuilder makes you the best or most successful. Bodybuilding is not simply about subjecting yourself to the greatest amount of pain and suffering possible.  Training eight hours a day won’t make you bigger and eating one meal a day won’t make you more ripped. Effectiveness is not solely dependent upon the level of challenge. To me, being a fitness enthusiast means knowing what to do, when to do it, and how much of it to do.

Sometimes parts two and three of the definition of intense say it all. On one hand, you can train with focus, determination, and zeal. I relate this to the crazy triceps workout with giant sets and drop sets and small rest intervals. On the other hand, there’s the part of the definition that refers to the strength of the feelings elicited. I relate this more to the squat workout and feeling nauseous and totally spent afterwards.
The bottom line is that training has to be a combination of different types of intensity. It has to be both squats and leg extensions. You have to pick your battles. Some days you’ll be stuck and some days you’ll break new ground. But if you are able to create the right type of balance by recognizing what is necessary, how much to do and when to do it, you’ll never have to question whether or not your training has enough intensity.