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How to activate WhatsApp Video Calling Feature

How to activate WhatsApp Video Calling Feature WhatsApp released its video calling feature (beta phase) long back however there are still a few who don't know or are not aware how to use/activate this feature. As of now, when you try calling someone using WhatsApp, its directly a voice call, isn't it? So here's a solution to activate your WhatsApp video calling: - Open your playstore on mobile & then search for "WhatsApp Messenger" - When you see the search result, click on WhatsApp messenger - This will show a page where it says "Uninstall & Open" - Don't click on any of the option. Just scroll down at the bottom of the page.  - Towards the end, you will see an option called, "Become a beta tester" with options like "Learn More & I'm in". - Click "I'm in" - Once you have clicked, it was ask for a confirmation, "Join beta program?", then click "Joi
Dedicated to all those Hindus who wants Mandir & Muslims who wants Masjid on        "The disputed land - Ayodhya" I happened to meet Mr.Balraj Upadhyay (63) & Mr.Tabrez Farooqui (64) at a restaurant in Kurla. What made me to interact with them was the language they were using to communicate with each other. Balraj was speaking in one of the purest form on Hindi & likewise, Tabrez was using the best of Urdu. I was amazed to hear that they are friends for more than 50 years. Balraj, a Brahmin by caste & a Retd. Mechanical Engineer by profession whereas Tabrez is an Urdu writer & at times preaches Islam to the youth. They both looked simple & down-to-earth & were enjoying their tea until I interfered. I asked them if I could join, a straight look on their face followed by a smile which I presumed as an acknowledgement. I don't generally prefer to disturb anyone's privacy however the situation over here was different. It was raini

Meaning and Benefits of Ramadan!

Meaning and Benefits of Ramadan! 5 Pillars of Islam! 1.        Shahadah – La ilaha illallah, Muhammadur rasool Allah 2.        Salah – 5 times namaz in a day 3.        Zakat – Charity 4.        Sawm – Fasting (Roza) during the month of Ramadan 5.        Hajj - For those Muslims who are physically and financially able to make the journey to Makkah, the   Hajj  is a once in a lifetime duty that is the peak of their religious life. Ramadan A name chosen by Allah (S.W.T) himself for the month of fasting. The rest of the names in the hijri calendar are chosen by the Arabs. It’s the only name of the month which is mentioned in the Holy Quran! Meaning: To burn (jala dena) ·         The sins that we have done in the last 324 or 325 days of the year (Hijri Calendar) starts to burn from the 1st day of Ramadan & as the 30 days of Ramadan is over, the person becomes as pure as a new born. Benefits: ·         Spiritual - 1:700 For every deed of yours,

Triple Talaq in Islam!

Triple Talaq in Islam! One of the most controversial topic of discussion as of today is about “ triple talaq ” in Islam! A husband, over social networking site said ‘talaq’ thrice & it was considered as a divorce, but is it that simple? Is Islam being bias towards men for allowing them only to use the word talaq to their women & not the other way around?  What if a woman needs a talaq from her husband? Many similar questions were raised on the similar grounds. Let’s try to simplify the confusion.   “The most hated thing before Allah is divorce” – Prophet Mohammad   What is Triple Talaq ? A man using the word talaq thrice for his wife over a period of time is considered as talaq as per Shariya rule. Steps of Triple Talaq There are lot of misconceptions when it comes to triple talaq. When a man says talaq thrice in one sitting, it is considered as one talaq. He can use the word thrice over a period of time (please check below for a detailed explanation). I

The Real Image

The Real Image in a virtual world! There was some event at my son’s school. Diyan was excited as this was the first time parents were invited to be a part of an event. Me & my wife sat on the second last row of the hall & soon, the show began. The event lasted for two hours which involved some group activities & drawing competition for the kids. Almost all the parents were cheering their kids except one. White short Gujrati kurta-pyjama, rumples on his face, thick glasses, a dark brown stick, trembling hands & barely able to stand on his feet but was trying his best to encourage almost every toddler. Thanks to those gossiping ladies through whom I came to know that Hemant bhai is seen in almost every fuction dedicated to children happening around the vicinity. No big deal, right? An old chap, nearly in his 80s, who might have nothing to do at that age, is trying to fritter away time. Couple of days later, I took Diyan for an evening walk at the near