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Vasant Valley Today// Page 127 FEB 2020VASANT VALLEYExcellence In Deed .‘तम?यकTODAYर ्मण ेNAMO’STE TRUMPIn reciprocation to the headline-making ‘Howdy Modi’ event in Houston last year, a grand itinerary was planned for President Trump’s ‘NamasteTrump’ Event on the 24th of february, 2020. No stone was left unturned in order to make this 3 hour Ahmedabad visit a memorable one. Directlyupon landing, the President was taken along a 22 km pre-spruced road, where every little detail had been made perfect.‘Atithi Devo Bhava’ is at the center of Indian existence, so why not spend 130crores for this ostentatious event?All roads going to the Motera stadium- which was being inaugurated at this grand event- were resurfaced.3.8 crores were spent on horticultural activities alone. New sidewalks were put into place, paan shops werecleared, and flights were diverted. Walls and highways in the area were repainted and even streetlampswere fixed. It looks like President Trump’s dream finally came true- a wall had been built for him alongthe ‘filthy, poverty-stricken’ slum areas near the scenic routes of India. After all, they are too lowly to beseen by the President. Would the whole of Dharavi have been covered if the event was in Mumbai? TheTaj Mahal was also being cleaned day and night before POTUS’ Agra visit following the Namaste Trumpevent. ‘Yuge’ crowds and people lined up along the roads, and stages were filled with cultural showsduring his journey. The crowds in America would surely seem small after this trip! President Donald Trump was probably more excited after thesemassive rallies than Charlie was after seeing Willy Wonka’s Factory. After all, his love for all things massive has often been reiterated in his speeches. However, one thing we do need to ask ourselves is whether some things will refuse to go away even after all this scrubbing and beautification India has to now pay a 260 million dollar tariff after being classified as a ‘developed’ country by the US President (being removed fromthe GSP exemptions), but this will certainly not affect the strong ‘Jay and Veeru’-like bond between the Prime Minister and PresidentTrump. After the bear hugs, back thumps, and high fives galore at this magnificent event, will anything come in between President Putin’s BFF relationship with the POTUS?-Advaita Sehgal, 10On the flip side.Donald John Trump- a firm, confident and competent leader. Once an actor on a TV show, the billionaire now holds one of the highest positionsin the world as the President of the United States. Having reshaped American politics and markets over the past four years, he is staying faithful tohis promise of making America great again. Mr. Trump was in India from 24th to 25th February. He visited New Delhi, the nations capitalSCHOOL WATCHEnglish Creative Writing CompetitionClass 61st- Arika Agarwal2nd- Suvir Gupta3rd- Kushaan KochharClass 71st-Kaavya MukherjeeSaha2nd - Ritika Panwar3rd - Shivantika Swarupand Avni GandhiClass 91st-Sara Jaykumar2nd- Myra Prasad andSaanya Anand3rd- Arjunveer Khera andSumaya BeriClass 101st - Shyla Upadhyay2nd - Mehek Anand3rd - Udhay Aman ChopraClass 12Class 81st- PM Sayee Leshya1st- Mannat Sikka2nd- Prakriti Mahajan2nd- Kyra Dhar3rd- Tanmay Singh3rd- Vaani Chopra andNoor SrivastavaSpeed Math, Class 6Winner- Kushaan Kochhar and Vedant Binani,and Ahemdabad, Prime Minister Modi’s hometown.He was welcomed by large crowds, and deliveredspeeches (much like the ‘Howdy Modi’ event thattook place in the United States). President Trump’svisit included discussions on the issues in Kashmir,where he even offered mediation. They also spokeabout the removal of India’s ‘developing nation’ tagand the issue of religios freedom. Mr. Trump hasrepeatedly praised our Prime Minister for his decisiveness and claims to enjoy Mr. Modi’s company.WHAT’S IN THIS ISSUE.Your typical House Characters.Page 2Meet your Prefects.Page 3Has our body temperature dropped? .Page 5The Great Coronavirus Plot.Page 6Movies to watch.Page 6Both Mr. Modi and Mr. Trump are right-wing politicians who frequently share their views onthe functioning of a country. Modi ji’s vision of ‘India first’ is strikingly similar to Trump’s‘America first’. Mr. Modi, like Mr. Trump, has consistently shown that he puts the needs ofIndian startups and businesses before those of a Multinational Company. Even though therehas been a decline in growth in recently, it is believed that India will resume its fast pace ingrowth soon. Mr.Modi has also shown that he would do anything for the security of ournation. Under him, a surgical strike and airstrike have been conducted, showing that India willretaliate against those who seek to undermine peace in our nation. India has always believedin treating guests as gods, and the preparations to welcome Mr. Trump did not deserve thecriticism they received. Warm relations between leaders like Modi ji and Mr. Trump can onlyprove to be beneficial for India.-Ruhan Chopra, 10
Vasant Valley Today// Page 2TYPICAL HOUSE CHARACTERSIt’s a known fact around school that every House has some stereotypes associated with it- whether it’s the “sporty kids” or the “studious ones”. Let’s seeif you can guess which house these characters belong to!Recently gone through a makeover, she’s quite The passionate one with immense house spirit, he isthe charming and generous girl, always willing indeed a winner of hearts. He can be seen studyingto lend a helping hand. She’s sweet and bubbly with a book during nashta breaks, but his sportybut a little over-enthusiastic about pretty much side comes out on the field. Always bringing hiseverything. Shes extremely talented and is always A-game, you know you can count on him no matterlaughing. From studies to parties- she manages it what. His patience and understanding leave us all inall. Off late, her road map seems to be directed awe.He can often be seen hanging around Hawkersafter school.towards physical excellence too.WHICH HOUSE DOES SHE BELONG TO?Our own self appointed police, if you seesomeone bossing around you know it’s him. Heis always seen in the late line and loves passingaround biscuits in class. Sports is his middlename, and he’s surely on the football team.He’s quite the competitive one, so don’t get onhis wrong side. He’s also fiercely loyal, and willalways have your back. Strong, loyal, competitiveand passionate, he’s truly one of a kind.WHICH HOUSE DOES HE BELONG TO?WHICH HOUSE DOES HE BELONG TO?Whether it’s Inter House Western Music or Indian Music, this nightingale leaves us quite amazed.She’s musically inclined and naturally has a waywith words. She can be found sitting at the backof class, chatting with her friends. Whether it’sgossip or debate, she’s always going to be there.Quite the rebel, a tucked in salwar and foldedsocks accompany her everywhere. Often foundbunking in sister’s, watch out for this clever one.WHICH HOUSE DOES SHE BELONG TO?मातभृ ाषा दिवसREGEETEJALETSGOBLUELYEHLWA LAOWYELLAT?SHA LA LA �?रह#ह’,वहअपन"द ज?नतेतकनह#2।भ?ष?क*ज"ि तरखनेक े लि एस्ता रिय?ज?रह?ह’ि स ��उस ेज" ि तलि एअपन"म?तभ?ष?क?स2रक्ष णकरन?बहतद नि य?३म आजअ20‘ज़ी रे प्रध?नम2त्री ेस2र क्ष ३णम महत्व पत र्णक? र्य कि य?ेक?भ"यह#त?त्पर्य ह ’ कि हमअपन"म?तभ?ष?्व द ३ अ धि कसेअ धि क प्र य*ग३कर औरस2रक्षि ३तरख्म भत मि ढस ि रधच2ड ��?ष?क्या ह’ ��’। ड ि ि टलब*लब?ल?ह’।लेकिक*‘ ड ि ि उसेमहतक ्य Iकि ‘जन"जनWHICH HOUSE WILL WIN THE 30THTRACK AND FIELD MEET, ��ेम?तभ?ष?भ*जपर#३म सम?च?रपढ़ा।ल ेकि नम?तभ?ष?ह’ क्या औरम?तभ?ष?िवसक ्य कहल?त"ह’ ज*बच्चा अपनेप— ि व?र३म सनकरउस"भ?ष?३म ब*लन?करत?श ह’,वहउसबच्चे �तएकबहभ?ष"दे शह ’,जह?2२२भ?ष?ए1म?न्य त? था निय?गय?ह’।ि सक्षेम३रहत ेह ए ि सभ?ष?क?प्रय*गकरतेह ��हल?त"ह’।इससमयरपत े ि ‡३म ��ो न ेप्र ि व र्ष क?आदे शिय?।यहमन?य?ज?त?ह’ ि ‡३म भ?ष?ईएव2स?2स्कृ ि कि ि धत?क*औरबहभ? षि त?*क बढ़ाव?मि ल े।-Vedika Bagla, Prakriti Mahajan, Reana Soni, 12Illustrations by Sara Jay Kumar
Vasant Valley Today// Page 3Meet Your Prefects.While sitting in the joint assembly,deep down I really hoped to become aprefect. Ms. Krishnan started announcing the names of all the prefects andmy name wasn’t called out. “Oh no!”,I thought I’ve missed the boat. Butsuddenly my name was called out as the Head Girl.I couldn’t believe my ears and I sprinted up to thestage feeling over the moon! Avanti Chopra V - CWhen my name was announced as head boy, I wasboth surprised and happy. I was very nervous whenI went up on stage. I have been given a big responsibility by my teachers and I am grateful for their trust.Samarth Meattle V - BWhen my name was called out as the Sports Captain, I leaped with joy and dashed onto the stage.I was overjoyed and everyone congratulated me,it was a dream come true. I play a wide variety ofgames and enjoy sports thoroughly. I am really lookWhen I found out that I am the Head of Emo- ing forward to giving this adventure my best shot.tional Development, I was over theMaira Ghosh V - Bmoon. But I was also a little nerI was overwhelmed with joy when my name was anvous as I knew being a prefect wasnounced as the Blue House Captain. The entire daynot going to be so easy. However,was filled with excitement and I also got to know mywith the support of my friends andduties as a Captain. Also being a Captain means that Imy inspiring teachers I think I will be able towill have to be a role model. It also means that I havetake on this responsibility. Nikita Ahlawat V - B to be confident and make the right choices for my houWhen I was called up on stage as “SPORTS VICE se.Aisha Goyal V - ACAPTAIN”, I could not believe my ears!All my hard work focus and concentra- It was class five. There was much apprehension andtion on sports finally paid off. I hope to excitement in the air, both at home and in school. Ibe a good role model for my juniors. I would be lying if I said that I didn’t feel butterflies incannot wait for Track and Field Meet as my stomach whenever I thought about it. The day fiIwill get to represent the junior school nally arrived, the announcements were being made.Suddenly I heard my name being called out. I wasathletes.Darsh Prasad V- CRed House Captain. My head felt light and my heartOn the day we were called for the joint assembly,filled with joy.Anant Agarwal V - CI was having a number of thoughts.Will I be a prefect or maybe not. As my When my name was announced as the Cerebral Headfriends kept walking to the stage I was of Junior School I was surprised and elated. All I wantvery nervous. And then, when my name ed to do at that point of time was to call my motherwas called on stage I was shocked! I and share the good news. In 5 minutes my wish cametrue. After my initial excitement settled down I startwas the ‘Green House Captain’.ed thinking about how to make this year one of theVeda Menon V - Bbest for everyone.I am happy to be appointed as the HeadAnahita Rene Ganeshan V - Aof Social Development. I hope I set aIamreallyhappythatIamselectedas the Headgood example for my juniors to buildofPhysicalDevelopment.Iamhappyforthe otherpositive relationships with poShiv Vir Singh V- Bsition. I love my meetings with Ms. Datta. But I amIt was the day of prefect announcement and I was ex- very thankful to all the teachers who chose me as atremely nervous as I sat in the joint assem- prefect.Kartikey Gupta V - Bbly listening to Ms. Krishnan announcing When I found out, that I am the Yellow House Prethe names of the prefects. That’s when fect I was jumping with joy and was thrilled. I amMs. Krishnan said, Saanchi Bansal, Head of proud to have this opportunity. As a prefect, I willSpiritual Development. I couldn’t believe try my best to help anyone with any problem. I willmy ears. I was overjoyed and on cloud nine. also have my fingers crossed to make Yellow HouseSanchi Bansal V - Cwin a hattrick this year. Ishaan Narain Gupta V - ABecoming a Class Representative was a dream "The Head of the Cerebral Department is Anahitacome true for me. I couldn’t believe my ears when Rene Ganeshan!” I was a little disappointed as thismy name was called out in the alcove was the only position I thought I could get. After eatat lunch time. I was very excited and ing our breakfast, we voted for the two class reprecouldn’t wait to tell my parents. We were sentatives. The results were declared by Ms. Datta.told that we would be eating lunch with “The two class representatives are. . .” the alcove quiMs Datta and that made me a bit nervous etened down “Imaan Bakshi and Anhad Kashyap!” I wasbut also proud .Imaan Bakshi V - Bvery proud of myself at that moment.Anhad Kashyap V - CVS
“VVS- the best is yet to come”Jai KapoorSENIOR SCHOOLPREFECT COUNCIL 2020Vasant Valley Today//Page 4“I feel extremely honoured and I hope Ican give back to school”Meet your prefects: these ‘chosen ones’ are the formidable beings whose faces you shall be seeing first thing in the morning asthey lead you down for assembly or conduct microfiction. Get ready to hear constant shushing in class act, indignant demandsof changing your seats when your constant chattering fails to cease, and numerous lectures on the importance of participation invarious events from them. These are the people who might confiscate your tennis balls during the lunch break, but they are also theones whom you can always reach out to, for they will do everything in their power to help you.“I’m really grateful forgetting this position and it’s abig responsibility. I’m excitedand look forward to bringchanges to academics andhopefully make school moreproductive.”Siddhant Gandhi, CerebralHead“Truly a surreal feeli
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