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10/23/07 00:45 - tsubba[flickr-photo:id=557958975,size=m][flickr-photo:id=544277379,size=m] "One of the most pressing problems of urban living is the disposal of garbage. Although much is being debated about the methods of disposal in view of global warming, a small section of the poor who depend on these large dump yards as the sole means of livelihood seldom gets attention. These workers collect scrap iron, plastic, glass bottles and sell them to dealers through whom it reaches recycling plants. Their daily earnings are between Rs. 150-250 (US $ 3-5) a day." Dr Vivek M's captures of the life of some of Bangalore's scavengers. person tsubba's post | forum 2 Comments | Read More
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Benniganahalli to KR Puram Maze 10/19/07 13:02 - tsubbajiggy3s @ youtube on the KR Puram Bridge. This is the supermaze of all. Mayhem is not even close to describe the traffic chaos that happens here every day between 8 am and 9 pm. turn your speakers on. read more... person tsubba's post | forum 14 Comments | Read More
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Dealing with in car condensation 10/19/07 09:09 - asjVideo 17: Dealing with in car condensation Though weather changes are minimal in India, this does happen in winters and monsoon. Often this causes in-car condensation affecting the windscreen and visibility. Often drivers use a cloth when there are simpler ways. Last in the series, this video ends with some sundry rules all drivers must remember. person asj's post | Read More |
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10/19/07 09:07 - asjVideo 16: Give Cyclists the Respect of a car Cycling in Indian cities like Pune, Nagupur and others was once an important mode of transport. Considered unsafe amidst increasingly unruly motorised vehicles, cycling is on decline. This video emphasises the need to give the cyclist the respect of a car. person asj's post | Read More |
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10/19/07 09:05 - asjVideo 15: Parallel parking (reverse parking). Indian drivers often park inappropriately. This may be either due to lack of consideration to others or poor training. Presuming its the latter, this video shows how parallel or reverse parking can be as easy as adding 2 + 2. Simply practice the steps explained on the video. person asj's post | forum 2 Comments | Read More
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10/19/07 09:03 - asjVideo 14: Low beams or high beams? कौनसे लाईट को कब इस्तमाल करे? One feature of travelling in India at dusk or later is the lack of understanding amongst drivers on when to use the vehicles headlights. Often drivers don't use any lights even when it is dark, on other hand, some use the high beam even in built up urban areas. This short film hopefully will help create awareness amongst drivers. This is vital as correct use of lights can avert accidents. person asj's post | forum 3 Comments | Read More
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Lane discipline and overtaking 10/19/07 07:47 - asjVideo13: Lane discipline and overtaking The driving test in India at best expects learner drivers to manage the clutch and accelerator. Given that there is no theory test, drivers have little understanding of blind-spots, principle of mirrors signal and manoeuvre. Both these concepts are vital to effectively manage changing lanes and overtaking safely. This video hopes to bring these principles to fore. person asj's post | forum 1 Comment | Read More |
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Speed limits, stopping distances and 2 second rule 10/19/07 07:42 - asjVideo 12: Speed limits, stopping distances and 2 second rule Travelling on Indian roads involves enduring indisciplined traffic. Over and above this, lack of training and information means few if any of the drivers are aware of speed limits, stopping distances and the rather useful 2 seconds rule. This video makes this vital information available to all drivers. person asj's post | Read More |
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10/19/07 07:40 - asjHow to deal with roundabouts? राउंड-अबाउट को कैसे ज्हेले? Roundabouts are one of the most cost-effective traffic regulation measures. Unfortunately much like driving on wrong side of the road, often drivers go in front rather than around the roundabout. This short video shows how following five easy rules helps deal with roundabouts effectively. person asj's post | forum 1 Comment | Read More |
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10/19/07 07:30 - asjVideo 10: Show Courtesy on roads क्या रास्तों पे गांधिगिरी का उपयोग हो सकता है? person asj's post | Read More |
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