It seems that the BJP has not learnt its lesson from the tie-up with the JD (S) in the state of Karnataka. Now the CPI (M) has opened its door towards the BJP. It’s really interesting to see if this tie-up would click if the BJP government is elected to power during the upcoming polls. The tie up of CPI (M) with BJP won’t click as people have already witnessed what happened in the state of Karnataka with the JD(S) tying up with BJP.Why are the Indian citizens getting a raw deal by the most of the major parties?
The BJP should tread cautiously otherwise they would find themselves swimming in troubled waters! Is the BJP interested in working for the welfare of the people or in acquiring power on hand? They should indeed support the Nuclear Deal which would indeed be beneficial for our country. Mayawati could not make much waves in the state of Karnataka and she has a long way to go before becoming the PM of India as she needs to be elected by the people but would the citizens of India vote for her? Can she deliver the goods as she had miserably failed in making a mark in the state of Karnataka?
Sunday, July 20, 2008
Saturday, July 19, 2008
Hello !Could You Choose One- Which Way Please-Is it Towards 'India Shining' or 'India Rising'.
13 days of governance by the BJP which was followed by the slogan ‘India Shining’ which did create doubts among the Indian citizens, ultimately the party agreeing the slogan was wrong and it should have been replaced by ‘India Rising’? In which way was India rising at that time?
India is still faced with serious unemployment crisis, most of the people are unemployed, even if some of them are employed they don’t get the pay that they deserve, let’s think of the less fortunate ones who have to depend on a single meal, nor many do have the ‘Money’ to go to schools, the country is faced with acute water shortage infact, which country does have the privilege of seeing women carrying pots of water over their heads in the cities rather than in rural areas!!, power shortage, fuel shortage for which we have to depend on other countries indeed ,the bitter relationships that exist between China & Pakistan. Poverty & Child labour been rampant still in our country. Is this ‘India Rising’?
Yes within the four walls everyone can see that India is rising but the moment a crack develops on these walls we come to face with the real India. Yes, this ‘crack’ represents ‘India’ as a ‘Whole’!
The citizens should keep their eyes wide open while electing a government and they need to raise their voices higher to be heard and they ought to give a definite time frame for this government for solving the problems faced by the country and this can be only achieved by electing a ‘Single Majority Party to Power.’
We do need a 'Party' that looks into the 'Welfare of the People' on hand.
But is there any Party that can run the Distance? Neither the BJP nor the Congress but who then? Yes it is the youths of today but would they? But would they at least try? Never, because they are really scared of failures that would strike them but aren’t failures the stepping stones to success?? The youths should remember that they are indeed ‘Blessed’ to be born into this country as the country is offering them a ‘lot of Challenges’ and it is their duty to ‘serve’ their ‘Motherland’ as we all serve all our Mothers across the Universe!!
Are they indeed ‘Brave’ enough to take the plunge into the Political Arena and lead the Country too?
Only time…………. would tell!!!
India is still faced with serious unemployment crisis, most of the people are unemployed, even if some of them are employed they don’t get the pay that they deserve, let’s think of the less fortunate ones who have to depend on a single meal, nor many do have the ‘Money’ to go to schools, the country is faced with acute water shortage infact, which country does have the privilege of seeing women carrying pots of water over their heads in the cities rather than in rural areas!!, power shortage, fuel shortage for which we have to depend on other countries indeed ,the bitter relationships that exist between China & Pakistan. Poverty & Child labour been rampant still in our country. Is this ‘India Rising’?
Yes within the four walls everyone can see that India is rising but the moment a crack develops on these walls we come to face with the real India. Yes, this ‘crack’ represents ‘India’ as a ‘Whole’!
The citizens should keep their eyes wide open while electing a government and they need to raise their voices higher to be heard and they ought to give a definite time frame for this government for solving the problems faced by the country and this can be only achieved by electing a ‘Single Majority Party to Power.’
We do need a 'Party' that looks into the 'Welfare of the People' on hand.
But is there any Party that can run the Distance? Neither the BJP nor the Congress but who then? Yes it is the youths of today but would they? But would they at least try? Never, because they are really scared of failures that would strike them but aren’t failures the stepping stones to success?? The youths should remember that they are indeed ‘Blessed’ to be born into this country as the country is offering them a ‘lot of Challenges’ and it is their duty to ‘serve’ their ‘Motherland’ as we all serve all our Mothers across the Universe!!
Are they indeed ‘Brave’ enough to take the plunge into the Political Arena and lead the Country too?
Only time…………. would tell!!!
No Gurantee.!!
If the Congress party wins the trust vote, what would be the foremost duty or the primary duty of the party? Should the party continue in office or Dissolve the House & prepare for the upcoming elections? Why bother so much if the party faces a ‘defeat’ during the elections? The BJP government if elected during the elections won’t be able to last for its full term as we have already witnessed their way of functioning in the city of Bangalore & in the state of Karnataka.If the BJP is going to be elected during the upcoming Lok Sabha polls there is still no gurantee that the Party would rule for 5 years long.
Is it not high time that we have a political party that looks into the welfare of the people on hand and have the will to serve their Motherland as truely as we serve all of our Mothers around the universe, she is also indeed a Mother to us too!!
Is it not high time that we have a political party that looks into the welfare of the people on hand and have the will to serve their Motherland as truely as we serve all of our Mothers around the universe, she is also indeed a Mother to us too!!
Coconut Trees Indeed a Speciality of Bangalore Now
In the recent years overgrown coconut trees have become the speciality of Bangalore city. Since these overgrown coconut trees do have coconuts on them, it’s possible that these coconuts may fall down with such a force that it may injure the passer-bys, the two-wheeler riders and other vehicle users. Though it is the monsoon season, the wind is one of the factors that shake up these trees. As some people do employ some persons to take out the coconuts from these coconut trees, this is been done without any warning! Requesting the people to erect a board/banner in red that cautions people on such type of work undertaken. The people living in the city should take the necessary precautions such as they should never walk under these overgrown coconut trees & they should not park their vehicles under these trees and never stand under these trees.
Since IPL & Cricket has taken the ‘Centrestage’, the ‘Olympics’ has been relegated to the background. It’s seen that almost 2 pages of the newspaper are dedicated only to cricket and there is not much information on the Beijing Olympics of 2008. Most people have no idea of when the Olympic Games are scheduled and which are the countries that are going to participate in the Olympics? These information can be acquired only through the Internet. We also have no idea who are the players that are representing our own country-India?
Why do we give importance only to some sports? Is it because we don’t consider other games as important as cricket? As ‘Rugby’ in the United States or known as ‘football’ there, does get a vast coverage such vast coverage need to be given to other lesser sports as this will enable the young lads & the people who are interested to come forward in representing our country-India? We do have a lot of talent in our country and We need be recognised as a ‘Sports Nation’the Worldover.Media should not concentrate on cricket but should provide coverage through the Newspapers, TV's and the Radio too as lot of people do listen to the Radio still.
Why do we give importance only to some sports? Is it because we don’t consider other games as important as cricket? As ‘Rugby’ in the United States or known as ‘football’ there, does get a vast coverage such vast coverage need to be given to other lesser sports as this will enable the young lads & the people who are interested to come forward in representing our country-India? We do have a lot of talent in our country and We need be recognised as a ‘Sports Nation’the Worldover.Media should not concentrate on cricket but should provide coverage through the Newspapers, TV's and the Radio too as lot of people do listen to the Radio still.
Hurry Causes Worry
It’s seen that Most of the Provision Stores are taking it lightly of not putting up the Manufacturing Dates on their commodities and packages. Most of the packets which consist of ‘banana chips’, most of the ‘chips’ packets except for Lay’s, ‘kurkure’ and the ‘mixture’ packets are mostly supplied without the manufacturing dates. When people are in a great hurry to purchase some snacks for their children or for any other guests they forget or might not check on the packets for the manufacturing dates.This is to warn people. Don’t be in a great hurry and Please Do Check the Manufacturing Dates on the various commodities and packets before they are purchased.The concerned authorities need to keep their eyes open and conduct surprise checks on these stores across the country.
India Shining
If the Congress party comes to power once again during the Lok Sabha would Sonia Gandhi go in with Manmohan Singh as prime Minister or would she offer the Prime Ministership post to anyone else? If so whom would she offer it to ranging from Rahul Gandhi to Mulayam Singh Yadav, Chandrababu Naidu or to Amar Singh? Has BJP any leaders who could lead the country. We already have seen the party first during the 13 day rule later been followed by their own Slogan 'India Shining'.
Ties between Political Parties
It’s really strange that no political parties have openly discussed on the Nuclear deal on how it would benefit people. The CPI, the Congress and the BJP have kept silent on this issue. The SP too has several other plans up its sleeve, firstly to improve upon its performance in terms of the number of seats in UP as well as to launch a tirade against Madam Mayawati. In the upcoming elections the SP Party would get benefited than the Congress & the BJP. The SP is the Party to watch out for rather than the BSP.
If the Congress needs to make a mark in the upcoming elections then the Congress Party would have to make some seat adjustments between the Samajwadi Party & the JD (S) which won’t be a very easy task for the Congress Party and offer most seats to the Samajwadi Party than to the latter. The Congress Party should also extend its hand and open its doors towards the TDP- Chandrababu Naidu as there are no permanent foes in the political arena indeed as seen in the recent US elections between Hillary Clinton & Obama.
If the Congress needs to make a mark in the upcoming elections then the Congress Party would have to make some seat adjustments between the Samajwadi Party & the JD (S) which won’t be a very easy task for the Congress Party and offer most seats to the Samajwadi Party than to the latter. The Congress Party should also extend its hand and open its doors towards the TDP- Chandrababu Naidu as there are no permanent foes in the political arena indeed as seen in the recent US elections between Hillary Clinton & Obama.
Why so ?
The Britishers had given us the game of cricket but it’s really strange that the England team never had managed to pull out a World Cup Victory till now despite been one of the best and the strongest team in the cricketing arena. Yes, the England team did have batsmen like Gharam Gooch, David Gower, Hussain,Croft,Knight,Cork, Alec Stewart ,Mullally and several others.
In recent times could we forget Monty Panersar who always gives his heart out for his country always while playing against any other team, he does have lots of talents and with time he would improve and get better & better.
The England players do really have some players like Sajid Mahmood,Graeme Swann,Stuart Board, Dimitri Mascarenhas, Tim Ambrose, Ravi Bopara, Kevin Pietersen, Paul Collingwood, Michael Vaughan, Marcus Trescothick, Andrew Flintoff & Andrew Strauss who could really lift up the England Cricket Team and of course not forgetting Ian Bell who does need more & more exposure to International cricket.Can England create an upset during the next World Cup in 2011? Need to see England winning on the World Cup sometime in the near Future.
In recent times could we forget Monty Panersar who always gives his heart out for his country always while playing against any other team, he does have lots of talents and with time he would improve and get better & better.
The England players do really have some players like Sajid Mahmood,Graeme Swann,Stuart Board, Dimitri Mascarenhas, Tim Ambrose, Ravi Bopara, Kevin Pietersen, Paul Collingwood, Michael Vaughan, Marcus Trescothick, Andrew Flintoff & Andrew Strauss who could really lift up the England Cricket Team and of course not forgetting Ian Bell who does need more & more exposure to International cricket.Can England create an upset during the next World Cup in 2011? Need to see England winning on the World Cup sometime in the near Future.
Why Does the Indian Team Always Fail During the Finals
“Miles to go before I sleep, before I sleep” by Robert Frost. –It’s right to begin with this line for the Indian cricket team does have miles & miles to go before achieving success.
Strange was the day of 6-7-08 as the numericals fell in the correct order as 6 was followed by 7 and 7 was followed by 8 which was also followed by a 6-wicket haul by Ajantha Mendis.
The Indian team had lost 17 finals out of the 21 matches played where India had won only 2 while the other 2 were shared. Whether it is in the World Cup Final or in any other final the Indian team makes it to the finals but when the finals are played the Indian team tend to lose out. Gary Kirsten should look into this matter of the Indian cricket team frequently losing out in the finals and also keep all the players on equal par when SreeSanth & Harbhajan Singh returns as he will need to keep a check on these players within the conduct code for cricket and not to transgress beyond this which won’t be an easy task for the Indian Cricket Coach. Jaysuriya had proved that age is not a factor to count on for any cricketer. Every cricketer knows how long he could carry on as a cricketer.Age is No criteria for selection
The pitch in Karachi did have something in it for the bowlers and the Sri Lankan cricket team did get the advantage in the latter half and here the Indian cricket team had dearly missed the services of Harbhajan Singh. It was great to see such a lovely match on hand where both teams did have equal chances of winning.
Last but not the least the Australian players do follow a Rotation Policy and the Indian team should also have one on hand as this will give the players the rest they require and would give them the time to heal from the injuries that might have occurred during the matches played.
“Rotation Policy- Is No Joke For Certain”
Pakistan, Sri Lanka & South Africa are the strongest contenders for the 2011 World Cup while New Zealand & West Indies would be the Dark Horses to look out for where West Indies might be able to pull through as they do have the ability to “Win from Nowhere.”
Strange was the day of 6-7-08 as the numericals fell in the correct order as 6 was followed by 7 and 7 was followed by 8 which was also followed by a 6-wicket haul by Ajantha Mendis.
The Indian team had lost 17 finals out of the 21 matches played where India had won only 2 while the other 2 were shared. Whether it is in the World Cup Final or in any other final the Indian team makes it to the finals but when the finals are played the Indian team tend to lose out. Gary Kirsten should look into this matter of the Indian cricket team frequently losing out in the finals and also keep all the players on equal par when SreeSanth & Harbhajan Singh returns as he will need to keep a check on these players within the conduct code for cricket and not to transgress beyond this which won’t be an easy task for the Indian Cricket Coach. Jaysuriya had proved that age is not a factor to count on for any cricketer. Every cricketer knows how long he could carry on as a cricketer.Age is No criteria for selection
The pitch in Karachi did have something in it for the bowlers and the Sri Lankan cricket team did get the advantage in the latter half and here the Indian cricket team had dearly missed the services of Harbhajan Singh. It was great to see such a lovely match on hand where both teams did have equal chances of winning.
Last but not the least the Australian players do follow a Rotation Policy and the Indian team should also have one on hand as this will give the players the rest they require and would give them the time to heal from the injuries that might have occurred during the matches played.
“Rotation Policy- Is No Joke For Certain”
Pakistan, Sri Lanka & South Africa are the strongest contenders for the 2011 World Cup while New Zealand & West Indies would be the Dark Horses to look out for where West Indies might be able to pull through as they do have the ability to “Win from Nowhere.”
Stretchiing out the Hands
What would be the SP’s (Samajwadi Party's) demand if the party decides to join hands with the Congress? Would it be only Cabinet berths or more?
Sunday, July 6, 2008
Third Front-A Necessity
Do we need a Third Front currently as there are many serious issues that need to be discussed as there is a need to find some solutions to these issues? The Third Front could comprise of the experienced and the youths!!
Never Be Dictated By Others
Should we not follow our country's own 'Foreign Policy' rather than be dictated by other countries? Could you suggest some ideas on improving the Foreign Policy of our country?
Let's Know
There are many people who do suffer from 'Cancer'.McGrath's wife was affected with Cancer. I would like to have more information in this area as there are different types of 'Cancer' that do prevail & how could we do help such people who are suffering from Cancer?
Lost Out
Divya of House No.12 who lives in Thippasandra & near LIC Colony of Jeevan Bima Nagar had come across to me in the year 1998 as during this time she had been teasing about four other boys. As soon as she saw me she did infact turn her face away from me!! She came across me again in the year 2006 forgetting the fact that we had met each other during the year 1998. Divya has been a well known dancer throughout these areas thus speaks a lot of her intelligence. She is a lovely pretty girl, with a lovely soft spoken voice and quite well mannered.It was not her intelligence that mattered to me the most, nor the way she spoke, neither the way she did dress nor her beauty but it was her lovely conduct that really stunned me. As she had been busy most of the time as a dancer, Divya did find out some time for me which I do appreciate. Ultimately I had lost and she had won as she had won over me forever!!!
BTM Layout In Bangalore
Been travelling to various localities such as M.G.Road, Brigade Road, St. John's Road & Koramangala in Bangalore it was found that many cab drivers & auto rickshaw walls fall asleep while driving as due to the long hours & the long distance on hand. Since there are many roads been made into one-ways these could be made better by opening refreshment centres & medical camps on these roads. These would help the drivers & auto rickshaw wallas a lot. This will also employ the youth & would also save the girls from been eve-teased as they would be too preoccupied in serving their city & their country together!!!
Sleeping On Way
Been travelling to various localities such as M.G.Road, Brigade Road, St. John's Road & Koramangala in Bangalore it was found that many cab drivers & auto rickshaw walls fall asleep while driving as due to the long hours & the long distance on hand. Since there are many roads been made into one-ways these could be made better by opening refreshment centres & medical camps on these roads. These would help the drivers & auto rickshaw wallas a lot. This will also employ the youth & would also save the girls from been eve-teased as they would be too preoccupied in serving their city & their country together!!!
Coaching Camp
Been selected as a sports player for most of the sports. This was while I was studying in 6th Std. in St.Francis’College (with School) combined in Lucknow. We were divided into 4 Houses-St.Andrews, St. Patrick’s, St.George & St Francis’ House. I had to represent the St.Francis’ House. I will never forget the services of my Physical trainer PT Master Sir Parker who imparted a lot of his knowledge to make me into a sports person. Been transferred to Bangalore I had to miss his services on hand.
As we settled in Bangalore I had to attend cricket coaching camp organised by the school in which I was studying. We had to report in the sports field by 7:30 am latest by 7:40 am. Never later than this. We were then asked to run 6 rounds around this field and then this was followed by stretching exercises. Then we were imparted batting skills, fielding skills, bowling skills & wicket keeping skills. We were taught how to grip the bat as lightly as possible for stroking the ball. In the fielding department we had to run towards the ball thrown by the coach, collect it and throw at the stumps in one go!! No balls and wide balls were the main focus in the bowling department. As I do have long hands I was also imparted wicket-keeping skills. Not like the other wicket keepers of today I used to stand up and keep rather than sit and I was advised by the coach to collect the ball in my hands as it passed by the wickets and keep my legs together rather than apart while collecting the ball so that the ball does not pass through the legs. Our training used to finish by 9:30 am by which we had to report for our daily classes.
As we settled in Bangalore I had to attend cricket coaching camp organised by the school in which I was studying. We had to report in the sports field by 7:30 am latest by 7:40 am. Never later than this. We were then asked to run 6 rounds around this field and then this was followed by stretching exercises. Then we were imparted batting skills, fielding skills, bowling skills & wicket keeping skills. We were taught how to grip the bat as lightly as possible for stroking the ball. In the fielding department we had to run towards the ball thrown by the coach, collect it and throw at the stumps in one go!! No balls and wide balls were the main focus in the bowling department. As I do have long hands I was also imparted wicket-keeping skills. Not like the other wicket keepers of today I used to stand up and keep rather than sit and I was advised by the coach to collect the ball in my hands as it passed by the wickets and keep my legs together rather than apart while collecting the ball so that the ball does not pass through the legs. Our training used to finish by 9:30 am by which we had to report for our daily classes.
Hockey the Game
A visit to St. Joseph’s Indian High School at Museum Road I had witnessed hockey training organised here. I was really stunned by the immense talents the boys of this school had displayed & by the coaches imparting various skills of hockey to these young lads. I had really learnt a lot about Hockey only now. The scoop, how to aim at the goal from different angles and how to pass the ball while nearing the goal. The coaches’ advice to the goalkeepers was not to fall while saving a goal as this may prove to be an advantage for the opposing team. The goalkeepers were too good at their tasks. My best wishes for them and also for their future endeavours. We as spectators/audiences think it is very easy to play Hockey but today I did learn that been a hockey player is not an easy task at all. We do have lots of talents and we must give these young lads a lot of opportunities so that they could prove themselves in the years to come. There are some youths who believe in hard work and in serving the nation but there are other intelligent youths who believe mainly in accumulating more and more ‘ Money’ on hand and also believe in whiling away their time by indulging in a lot of mischievous deeds.
Where is Cricket Heading
Do you support the Banning of Zimbabwe by the ICC from International Cricket ? What is ICC going to achieve by banning Zimbabwe ? It will lose a huge amount of sponsorship and this would also create a social bloc with India,Pakistan Sri Lanka, Bangladesh & West Indies following suit and walking hand in hand while the other bloc would comprise of Australia,England,South Africa & New Zealand!!! Does the ICC want to organise two World Cups for these separate blocs?
Friends Forever
Friends are those who don’t cheat you but would always try to lend a helping hand and often support you through out all the odds that face you. Divya, the well known dancer around Thippasandra & Jeevan Bima Nagar, LIC Colony was known to me from the year 1998 through Ankushi & Mithaksi whose parents were transferred to Delhi. Ankushi & Mithakshi had undergone Dance training from Divya. They had also lent me a lot of support and did have a lot fun together. Now they must have grown up and I am really indebted to them for whatever they could do for me and for what I am today!
Ragging Was Fun
The first day as we entered into the Ist yr.degree of the College we were asked by our seniors to be prepared to be ragged. We were too scared about ragging but ultimately this turned out to be fun. They asked our names, asked some of the females to sing a song from a movie/film and I too was ragged as I had to talk to all the senior girls of the College and if I did not do so, I would have been teased by the seniors!!! I had to pick up some conversation with most of the girls of the College like their names, from where they come from, would you like to have a cup of tea with me, or shall we go to the canteen for a cup of tea or coffee? Most often the girls used to join me too either for a tea or coffee or just to pick up a conversation with me under the tall trees which grew in the College. Yes it was a mild form of ragging but we did enjoy it. It gave us a new outlook towards the world of today!
As we too entered the IIIrd yr. as seniors we also used to rag most of the students both boys & girls together. We used to ask the same things what our seniors had asked us before and told the freshers to do the same! We asked them which branch they had taken and we too requested them to join us at the hotels and restaurants, for which most of the girls agreed!
As we too entered the IIIrd yr. as seniors we also used to rag most of the students both boys & girls together. We used to ask the same things what our seniors had asked us before and told the freshers to do the same! We asked them which branch they had taken and we too requested them to join us at the hotels and restaurants, for which most of the girls agreed!
Park-improvement
What can we do for improving the plight of pedestrians crossing the busy roads? Are skywalks an answer and are these skywalks safe enough? Any other suggestions on the marking of the zebra crossing for making them more visible on hand?
Who will fare better
What would be the SP’s (Samajwadi Party's) demand if the party decides to join hands with the Congress if the CPI (M) pulls out? Would it be only Cabinet berths?
Thursday, June 19, 2008
Only cricket???
Anyone watching Euro,2008? Is it not interesting to watch this as we also see a lot of fouls committed ?Is it right to say that cricket is the only game that gets much attention?
Are we....????
Many people say that we Indians are invoking the Western customs and traditions? Is this true? What's your opinion on this account?
Male or Female dominated
Is Our Society a 'Male' Dominated Society or a 'Female' Dominated One ????
Turning to Page 3 of a leading newspaper it is mostly the male celebrities who break the headlines on Page 3 which brings us to the question whether our society is a male dominated society or a female dominated one? It is the 'mother' who installs the true values in the male child and instructs him to uphold these values!! She also makes the male child believe that he is on par with the female child and instructs him to shower the female child with lots of love,affection and also to protect her from all odds! Which does bring us back to the question whether our society is a 'male' dominated society or a 'female' dominated one? Whether it is in matter of sex towards her husband,the number of children that she wants and the time gap between the two children are the decisions entirely taken by her! It is in our society where the females make rules and the men have to abide by these rules.It is also his duty to protect her & provide her with a good living on the other hand! It's true that the man's both hands are tied in front of the females, neither one can say 'No' to his wife & to the mother too!
Thus the question that needs to be asked is "our society a male dominated society or a female dominated one......?????"............... but one thing is for certain that ........................................ she is indeed in the driver's seat !!!!
Turning to Page 3 of a leading newspaper it is mostly the male celebrities who break the headlines on Page 3 which brings us to the question whether our society is a male dominated society or a female dominated one? It is the 'mother' who installs the true values in the male child and instructs him to uphold these values!! She also makes the male child believe that he is on par with the female child and instructs him to shower the female child with lots of love,affection and also to protect her from all odds! Which does bring us back to the question whether our society is a 'male' dominated society or a 'female' dominated one? Whether it is in matter of sex towards her husband,the number of children that she wants and the time gap between the two children are the decisions entirely taken by her! It is in our society where the females make rules and the men have to abide by these rules.It is also his duty to protect her & provide her with a good living on the other hand! It's true that the man's both hands are tied in front of the females, neither one can say 'No' to his wife & to the mother too!
Thus the question that needs to be asked is "our society a male dominated society or a female dominated one......?????"............... but one thing is for certain that ........................................ she is indeed in the driver's seat !!!!
Debts of Life
In life ‘we’ sure are in debt to whoever comes across our path whether they be your parents, might be the teachers, the doctors, nurses, relatives, sisters, to some Samaritan, to the friends, to the wife/husband once you are married! But is ‘only one life’ enough to repay for these debts and can we repay these debts? Never and we will still be in debt 'forever' as we have got only 'one life' and that is precious!
Single Life.....
Been wondering why the word ‘debt’ existed? We often say that ‘he is in debt 'as this means that he is short of money. But is ‘debt ‘related to money only? Think over! We are in debt to our parents for providing us with the three basic necessities-food, clothing & shelter, we are in debt to the doctors during any emergencies, we are in debt to the nurses (here like to address them as sisters) who took care of us during umpteen times of trouble by standing beside us, to our relatives who lend a hand to us, to our sisters, to some Samaritan, to our friends and you are also in debt to your wife/husband if you are married as she/he stands by you forever. But how do we repay these back? Through money? No only through love, compassion & by serving mankind!
We are Indians Only
Does colour play a role in choosing a partner? According to the article in Times of India (dt.17th March, 08 it does as ‘men go for the fair skin & women for dark.’Totally disagree with the view of the Researchers in this direction. It’s the inner beauty and the personality in a partner that matters and not colour whether it be for a marriage or for a job undertaken! Should we distinguish people on the basis of Caste,Creed & Colour ?
Hoopla about Schools
Does it matter if a boy is admitted to a Co-educational school? A lot of fuss is brought about between co-educational school and single sex school where there are only boys. The main purpose is to impart education to all whether it is a 'male or a 'female' child, therefore co-education does not make a difference as I too studied in a co-educational school Stracey Memorial High School in Bangalore while doing my Xth Std. The girls in the school had helped me to prepare for the Board Exam by providing the important questions that were sure to come for this Exam. We used to prepare only these important questions which were provided by the girls. We were quite lucky enough to get these questions! Not only we used to discuss about academics but we did have lot of fun with each other! On every Raksha Bandhan day, the girls made it a point to tie 'Rakhis' on our hands! A sense of togetherness & belonginess prevailed too.
Co-educational school teaches us to respect 'each' & 'every' individual, whoever they might me whether it is a 'boy' or a 'girl', mix and talk with both the sexes and have fun too! We used to prepare together for the exams that were held in the school. It also brings about a sense of togetherness and belonginess to one and all!
Thanks to the teachers, not enough to tell ‘thanks’ but a big ‘Thank You’ is due to all the teachers who made me an' individual’ I am today. Below I am accounting for the lots of help I had received from the teachers:-
Calcutta, my birthplace, 16th August, 1974, within an hour of my birth pneumonia had struck me and one of my lungs had collapsed and this was my Journey into the new world and then on to Lucknow where I studied in St.Francis College cum School and was selected to play for sports for Francis’ House in the same institution by Mr. Parker our Physical Trainer (P.T.Master).The College had 5 Houses. But I could not pursue this as we had to move to Bangalore due to a transfer order.
Travelling from Lucknow to Bangalore the search for admission to the Xth standard had started. Just after two days of search, I got admission in Stracey Memorial High School in Bangalore. The classes were to start the next day. I felt nervous as how I would adjust to this new environment as I had been a very shy boy and would not talk to anyone at all. Stammering was one of my set backs.
The next day the classes began and a week had passed. Our English Madam had noticed that I was keeping away from others. The next day, she remarked in front of all the other students, “Manu, you are still in the egg shell, when are you going to jump out? It is time for you to break up from your shell and come out in the open as you may have seen the chicks hatching out from the eggs and are ready to face the world.” I was taken aback and shocked as inspite of teaching all of us which comprised about 70 students she had indeed observed each and everyone very carefully. This had helped me to break out of my shell and come out in the open to face the due challenges of the world. The teacher appointed Deepak to watch if I was mixing with everyone mostly with all the girls of the school. I still remember the Head Girl of Xth A coming towards me asking “Who do you consider as your best friend? To which I replied “Everyone.” After this we became great friends! After our farewell party she came towards me and touched my leg too. Just imagine just a student from the Xth Class!
Few months passed by and the school had decided to organize an exhibition on Saturday from which I did back out at first but the same English Madam did not allow me to do so and made me the Incharge of the Ice-Cream stall. I had to collect the paid coupons for the Ice-creams and then sell the ice-creams. The day came and I began selling the Ice creams. There was a large crowd for the ice-creams and as I was busy selling the ice-creams. As I had been selling them someone had placed the soft drink tray over the ice cream cart and as I just opened the cart the soft drink tray jumped out and the bottles broke spilling out the Pepsi on a teacher’s sari who was standing just beside me. Her sari had been spoilt. This matter came to the notice of the English teacher and I was forgiven. When the classes began on Monday, the English teacher remarked that all the ice creams had been sold on that day.
Looking over the joyful days in the Xth Std., whenever I look back I owe my thanks to the teacher who had helped me to overcome my shyness and face the world with confidence! If I was not to break open from my shell I would have remained a shy boy forever! If it were not so I would have remained aloof from the world. I had progressed further & had completed my PG Diploma in Journalism and become a Journalist infact.
Co-educational school teaches us to respect 'each' & 'every' individual, whoever they might me whether it is a 'boy' or a 'girl', mix and talk with both the sexes and have fun too! We used to prepare together for the exams that were held in the school. It also brings about a sense of togetherness and belonginess to one and all!
Thanks to the teachers, not enough to tell ‘thanks’ but a big ‘Thank You’ is due to all the teachers who made me an' individual’ I am today. Below I am accounting for the lots of help I had received from the teachers:-
Calcutta, my birthplace, 16th August, 1974, within an hour of my birth pneumonia had struck me and one of my lungs had collapsed and this was my Journey into the new world and then on to Lucknow where I studied in St.Francis College cum School and was selected to play for sports for Francis’ House in the same institution by Mr. Parker our Physical Trainer (P.T.Master).The College had 5 Houses. But I could not pursue this as we had to move to Bangalore due to a transfer order.
Travelling from Lucknow to Bangalore the search for admission to the Xth standard had started. Just after two days of search, I got admission in Stracey Memorial High School in Bangalore. The classes were to start the next day. I felt nervous as how I would adjust to this new environment as I had been a very shy boy and would not talk to anyone at all. Stammering was one of my set backs.
The next day the classes began and a week had passed. Our English Madam had noticed that I was keeping away from others. The next day, she remarked in front of all the other students, “Manu, you are still in the egg shell, when are you going to jump out? It is time for you to break up from your shell and come out in the open as you may have seen the chicks hatching out from the eggs and are ready to face the world.” I was taken aback and shocked as inspite of teaching all of us which comprised about 70 students she had indeed observed each and everyone very carefully. This had helped me to break out of my shell and come out in the open to face the due challenges of the world. The teacher appointed Deepak to watch if I was mixing with everyone mostly with all the girls of the school. I still remember the Head Girl of Xth A coming towards me asking “Who do you consider as your best friend? To which I replied “Everyone.” After this we became great friends! After our farewell party she came towards me and touched my leg too. Just imagine just a student from the Xth Class!
Few months passed by and the school had decided to organize an exhibition on Saturday from which I did back out at first but the same English Madam did not allow me to do so and made me the Incharge of the Ice-Cream stall. I had to collect the paid coupons for the Ice-creams and then sell the ice-creams. The day came and I began selling the Ice creams. There was a large crowd for the ice-creams and as I was busy selling the ice-creams. As I had been selling them someone had placed the soft drink tray over the ice cream cart and as I just opened the cart the soft drink tray jumped out and the bottles broke spilling out the Pepsi on a teacher’s sari who was standing just beside me. Her sari had been spoilt. This matter came to the notice of the English teacher and I was forgiven. When the classes began on Monday, the English teacher remarked that all the ice creams had been sold on that day.
Looking over the joyful days in the Xth Std., whenever I look back I owe my thanks to the teacher who had helped me to overcome my shyness and face the world with confidence! If I was not to break open from my shell I would have remained a shy boy forever! If it were not so I would have remained aloof from the world. I had progressed further & had completed my PG Diploma in Journalism and become a Journalist infact.
Wednesday, April 2, 2008
contoversies
Cricket is yet filled with another controversy-the Nel controversy with the South African team and our Indian cricket team is also not left far behind too as the former cricketers & the management had informed MS Dhoni to express his opinions carefully? Was it right for MS Dhoni to declare that Sachin Tendulkar wanted the seniors out of the team? Would these too affect the performance of the Indian team as a whole? This is the best time for South Africa to kick off the Nel controversy and for the team to win in India as the house is not in order as for the Indian cricket team.
for emergency purposes
Accidents can take place anywhere at anytime.It would be better if some buses are dedicated to carry first aid specially at the time of emergencies.
greater demand
There is a need for more Volvo buses for the citizens to commute from one place to the other in the city. Due to the pleasant weather in Bangalore, people coming from far away places are bound to settle in Bangalore due to this. Moreover the frequency of the Volvo buses (the timings) must be increased before it is too late
double decker
Double Decker buses were a rare sight in the city of Bangalore as most people used to go to the top of the bus for a better view of the city. But these Deckers seem to have vanished in thin air from the streets of Bangalore. Yes, as a person remarked jokingly:-‘There is no driver on the top of the bus!’
providing
It is often seen that rash driving has been prevalent in Bangalore but 'once in a bluemoon' you do find people obeying traffic rules as strictly as possible. Should not the traffic depatment offer some incentives for these people ?
poets
Which Indian Poet do you consider as the best - is it Rabindranath Tagore's?Any other Indian Poet?
metro not soon enough
In how many years would it take for the Metro rail to come up, 5 years (never) the work is progressing too slow, 10,15years at the most 20 years-hope so!5 years is too less a time for the metro rail to be completed in Bangalore.What's your opinion about Metro Rail and how long would it take to be completed? Guess! We need power (electricity) too. Bangalore has witnessed a lot of power shedding in almost all the parts of the city.Is the government going to borrow power, we are already in debt! By the way be ready to witness more traffic jams, an hour long traffic jam and one-way streets in the coming years.Get up early and complete your work in the office if you want to return home early. Quite true 'the early bird catches the worm.'
fanfare
Do you agree Marriage is an institution ? If so, should we have to celebrate it with much fanfare,pomp and show?
Children need attention
Rainy or sunny, a few minutes past eight, an autorickshaw draws up in front of Preeti's house. Her mother comes out and hands over a school bag and water bottle to the driver and bids goodbye to her daughter off to the school in chaste well-ironed uniform. Preeti is seven years and reads in Class Two in a fashionable school nearby, hardly twenty minutes away, so long, as two such others join her on the way to the same school. Raju is younger, five years old, lives on the other side of the street and is enrolled in an expensive international school, a good fifteen km away. He is picked up and dropped back home everyday by a sleek yellow bus which zooms through the morning traffic as if it were on an urgent mission to the rocket launching pad. Yes, the auto and the bus are on their way to launch children of some affluent parents into the future. Preeti's father is a software engineer and is rather content with his wife fully engaged in their home and looking after their only child. Raju's parents, both work twelve-hour days with multi- national companies while their aged parents take care of the young ones. Both Raju's and Preeti's families almost dote on the children and they are taken proper care of. Preeti and Raju had no material needs unfulfilled promptly. Preeti's father is too busy to have spent some time together with her and her mother, some occasions to play with, talk freely laugh loud and play those childish pranks are rare. Preeti's relation with her father is more factual than bound by emotion. Raju's world may be of a generation or two behind. Preeti and Raju may mature into able and well-groomed professionals one day, but, they will miss the finer bond of family relationships, cultural identity and emotional understanding of one another. Doubtful, if these children will make good social beings as they grow up.It is not enough for the parents to pay attention to the material needs alone of their children, but also need to take care of their emotional needs of caring and sharing of the joys and sorrows of the family life. Worst crimes and evils are committed by men and women with no emotional maturity and fellow feeling. Think of the less fortunate children whose parents are have-nots. Both parents are daily wage workers. No work, no pay. The parents have no material means to meet the basic needs of food, clothing and shelter for their children. Faced with lack of opportunities in life and frustration overtaking, those children can be drawn into social and class based tensions. They stare at those fortunate children in exquisite uniforms rushing to schools and back home and at other times playing games in the open. They also wonder at those parents driving past in gleaming automobiles. The poor children have to be in the footsteps of their parents, at most of their tender age, labouring hard in the rain and sun in the farms or in unhealthy factories to eke out a living. A school and the niceties of childhood life are beyond their reach. Yet, their parents do take care of them however half-fed they be as every parent dreams of a better living future for his or her child. Born into poverty and inferior social conditions these children easily fall victims of social evils like child abuse and other criminal activities. Parental directions are lost on them. Theirs is a struggle for existence by fair or unfair means. They have no hope for the future. The society punishes those children for every little aberration they make knowingly or unknowingly which drives them further into wrong doings. Despite adequate attention provided by the upper crest of the society to their children, a good many of them go astray and mature into the worst
possible enemies of the society. This is largely owing to the excessive greed and utter selfishness of the social circles to which their parents themselves belong. Some parents put undue pressure on their school going children to achieve higher ranks in the examinations. So much so, it becomes an obsession with the children and their parents. The Kerala Government has taken note of the unusual increase in the number of suicides amongst children soon after the announcement of public examination results, either for failure or for poor ranks in the examinations. The Government is thinking of replacing the marks card with a grading system, A, B, C, etc.The parents should refrain from exhibiting high expectations on their wards. Proper parental attention to child development is what makes the child grow into an able, self-esteemed, loving and caring adult, conscientious of his or her role in society. If we measure the parents' involvement with their children by the quality of the Indian youth, there remains much to be desired. Had the parents paid ample attention effectively to inculcate in their children good human qualities like love, affection, compassion, fellow feeling, caring for others and helping the needy, India would have had less poverty, deprivation and wants amongst its millions of citizens today.” All for my child, and, none for thine" is the motto gaining ground. Forget not, "Child is the father of man".
Are children getting proper attention from parents in the world of today? We can see this on a day to day basis on how children run across the road while crossing it, most of them stand on the footboards of the buses unaware of the dangers, drive their vehicles at top speed without wearing helmets especially in the case of two-wheeler riders. Some of them do exceed smoking and drinking limits too as the parents of these children maybe working full day or socializing with others mostly during the weekends like kitty parties,parties,etc. which tends to the children becoming neglected.
possible enemies of the society. This is largely owing to the excessive greed and utter selfishness of the social circles to which their parents themselves belong. Some parents put undue pressure on their school going children to achieve higher ranks in the examinations. So much so, it becomes an obsession with the children and their parents. The Kerala Government has taken note of the unusual increase in the number of suicides amongst children soon after the announcement of public examination results, either for failure or for poor ranks in the examinations. The Government is thinking of replacing the marks card with a grading system, A, B, C, etc.The parents should refrain from exhibiting high expectations on their wards. Proper parental attention to child development is what makes the child grow into an able, self-esteemed, loving and caring adult, conscientious of his or her role in society. If we measure the parents' involvement with their children by the quality of the Indian youth, there remains much to be desired. Had the parents paid ample attention effectively to inculcate in their children good human qualities like love, affection, compassion, fellow feeling, caring for others and helping the needy, India would have had less poverty, deprivation and wants amongst its millions of citizens today.” All for my child, and, none for thine" is the motto gaining ground. Forget not, "Child is the father of man".
Are children getting proper attention from parents in the world of today? We can see this on a day to day basis on how children run across the road while crossing it, most of them stand on the footboards of the buses unaware of the dangers, drive their vehicles at top speed without wearing helmets especially in the case of two-wheeler riders. Some of them do exceed smoking and drinking limits too as the parents of these children maybe working full day or socializing with others mostly during the weekends like kitty parties,parties,etc. which tends to the children becoming neglected.
Live life the true way
We do need money for our living.But is money the only thing in our life ? In the process of acquiring more & more money we tend to forget about the beautiful world in which we live in, the gifts of nature, the nature itself, the wildlife, the babies, the kids and do we ever think of the unfortunate children-the disabled? Out of these which do you consider as the most important money,love,friendship,relationship or service to mankind by helping the poor,the needy, the elderly, the old, the sick and the unfortunate children?
High security number plates
Is the media fighting for justice for protecting the citizens of the country? If so why is Pratibha’s murder case taking such a long time? Rather than going after the Under-19 Cricketers and the Indian Cricket Team, is it not the duty of the media to seek justice first in the Pratibha’s murder case and punish the culprits? Is the media sheltering the rich and the wealthy people? They indeed need to learn a lesson from the media of the West that they did not even spare President Bill Clinton in the Monica-Lewinsky case! Few years back there was a major headline of high security number plates for all vehicles in Bangalore, a major headline in all the leading newspapers. But now this is not even heard of. Strolling down the roads of Bangalore, most vehicles have broken number plates or are in various shapes & sizes or are muddy too! There are also a number of vehicles with very dark tinted glass windows both in the front as well at the back which do not allow even the sun rays to pass through and it is difficult to identify the driver & the occupants inside. The high security number plate will definitely identify such vehicles which will surely help the traffic personnels.
solution
Have we yet found a solution for the street hawkers in Bangalore whom we are still depended upon for the fruits & vegetables they supply? How many vehicles more does the traffic department expect to ply on the roads of Bangalore? Most of the traffic signals in Bangalore are not synchronized properly too! Instead of dividers barricades are put up which makes it easy for all the vehicle drivers to cut from one side of the road to the other in quick time. Any answers for these unanswered problems of the city?
parties
Can any political party attain single majority? Or is it going to be a Coalition government again? Which do you favour Coalition government or Presidential rule?
people
In life somehow or the other we do meet people by chance it maybe during our stay in a particular place or during school & college days or at any other places. People such as Mr. Rajaram a Journalist, Mr. A.S. Rawat, Journalist again and Mr.Clifford Martis as a Journalist & Writer for Woman’s Era are the people that I had come across. They had played a very important role in my life which did change my life. All thanks to them.
Politics or Girl Child
What's the Greatest Challenge-'Politics' or 'Bringing up a girl child'? as of today?
club
Anyone interested in the English Premier league (soccer)?Is there any other club that would beat Chelsea ?Yes I love soccer and had lots of fun.
hockey-less
There are many websites for cricket but is there a website for hockey? What can the officials do to promote hockey-do they go for experienced players or look out for young legs, the youths I mean?
challenge
Is Politics really that bad? Is Anyone interested in joining the Political Field? Is it not the duty of the youths to rise up to this challenge and make our Motherland happier?
challenge
Is Politics really that bad? Is Anyone interested in joining the Political Field? Is it not the duty of the youths to rise up to this challenge and make our Motherland happier?
lassi
When I was a child about 10 years old, I had visited Jammu & Kashmir, Himachal Pradesh, Chandigarh & Kulu Manali by road and it was a nice trip to these places. The people were hospitable and nice towards us. They took great care of us. Just as we reached Chandigarh we were offered 'lassi' by the women living there dressed in their traditional attire.
I really miss these places and the lassi too. If I get a chance I would love to visit these places once again.
I really miss these places and the lassi too. If I get a chance I would love to visit these places once again.
hill station
Few years back we had to attend a marriage function at Kootar a hill station in Kerala. It was really fun as we travelled by a mini bus from Malam and were on our way to Kootar. My cousin sisters (sisters here) & cousin brothers sang Malayalam & Hindi songs too along the way. On reaching Kootar we were witness to the lovely Tea Gardens there and people working in these Tea Gardens including the women. On this day itself there was a call for a Kerala Bundh and the roads were closed with pillars, trees & logs of wood. Some of our relatives got down and removed them from the road and after our vehicle had passed they replaced the pillars, trees & logs of wood back to their original place.We had lot of fun .I was asked to watch one of my cousin sister as she was a baby by her mother.She was scared and ran down the slope and I had to follow her everywhere down the slopes, up the slopes and behind the trees. At this time the photographers were present too for the marriage function and caught me on camera and recorded all this. They made a CD out of this with the marriage function and we did have a very funny time.
Poor reading habits
Are we right in criticising children for their poor reading habits? Have not the books including educational books become costlier now?
Permanent Seat
Should the government go ahead with the nuclear deal or wait until India gets a permanent seat in the United Nations Security Council? The government of India should make it clear that India won’t sign the Nuclear Deal until the US offers a permanent seat in the United Nations Security Council! This agreement should be in written form by the US.
Saturday, March 15, 2008
Voting As a Fundamental Right
Is any party able to achieve single majority in the elections on way? Or is it Coalition Government all the way still? Is it not time to vote for a single party to power whichever party it may be? Let's all vote in the elections on hand!Voting is a right and have the right to use it. Can't we ever change politics? We need to try and try.
Electing the Right Leader!
Now that S.M. Krishna is back who do you think will have a major impact in Karnataka, will it be S.M. Krishna or Mayawati? Can Mayawati make some impact in the state?
"One and One Equals to One"-Indians
SC tells Raj Thackeray to shut up!’ A Newspaper report which runs in Bangalore Mirror, dt. 15th March, 08. This is a wise decision taken by the Supreme Court & did point out that Balkanisation of India should be controlled with an iron hand. India quite rightly cannot be divided on the basis of caste, creed & colour! We are ‘One’ and we will remain as one- Indians!
No Check!
Bangalore Mirror yet gives another report on ‘Stale Products’ dt. March, 15th ,08. This is not new as stale products are available in provision stores, shops & in bakeries too as the Health Inspectors do work with their eyes closed! It is a rare sight to watch the worms meaning live-worms feeding on these products as well as in fruits!
Good Cause
We must learn that teachers give as punishments so that we can be good citizens of our country in the future. Light punishments like going to the Detention Centre for an hour for late comers, standing outside the class for not doing homework, kneeling down on the floor, light canning are acceptable but not more than these. Having passed through these phases too where I had too received light canning, but I also did receive a lot of love and care from my teachers as they did gave me a lot of additional responsibilities like making me the Class Leader of Std.1 in St. Francis’ College cum School, Lucknow, for selecting me to play Sports for the same prestigious institution in Std. 6th as House Captain and while doing my Xth Std. in a school in Bangalore I was also made an Incharge of an Ice Cream Stall during an exhibition.
Attitude
In the ‘Times of India Newspaper’, March13th , 08, the headline reads “Girl dies while writing exam.” Is this not the callous attitude of the school authorities? Whenever an important exam is conducted is it not the duty of the school authorities and others to look into the welfare of the students concerned? Whenever I/we used to attend an important exam whether it is the 10th or the 12th Std., there usually would be a Doctor always at stand-by!
Power the Main Goal
Is it not true that Power & Money meaning Wealth corrupts all? When our hockey team the National Sport infact has failed to qualify for the Olympics,the Indian Hockey President KPS Gill still wants to stick to power! How long will Power & Wealth be the main deciding factors in fetching us results?Where are we heading to? We do want Results and not Excuses! The sport needs to be back and the Indian people are an impatient lot, they do want the hockey team to win gold in the Olympics held later! No Excuses More!
Snatch Them
As I have been a sports player during my school days and was chosen as House Captain to represent the House as our School cum College was divided into four Houses.I know that I had not done enough justice in this field as we were transferred from Lucknow to Bangalore.In Bangalore also I did not snatch at every opportunity given as I didn't stand in the Student Union Elections of the College which I regret often!
Therefore please snatch all the opportunities that may come your way. Seek and you shall receive but keep your eyes wide open!
Therefore please snatch all the opportunities that may come your way. Seek and you shall receive but keep your eyes wide open!
Gala over Cricket
Is it not a shame that our National Game 'Hockey' as lost to qualify in the Olympics? It is good to see that the coach has taken moral responsibility to accept the defeat & resign, but others do need power, they would stick to it and that too without owning moral responsibility! In a vast country like India, there is a lot of talent available but are the concerned authorities providing them with the proper facilities? Infact we go ga-ga all over cricket but do we give importance to other sports like soccer or ice sking? Recently in a magazine there was an article on Ice sking where there is a lot of talent available but without proper facilities.I too have been a sports player during my school days and was chosen as House Captain to represent the House as our School cum College was divided into four Houses!
Personality or Beauty
Is a person judged by his/her beauty, or his/her inner beauty of honesty, truthfulness and sincereness or by his/her good personality?
Saturday, March 8, 2008
Inspiration for the youth
The quality of singing and a great deal of humbleness goes a great deal in becoming successful and this is what Vani Jayram has proved from time and again despite being in the danger round for three times of Asianet Idea Star Singer! Failures are indeed part and parcel of life whether they are in academics, relationships or in any other fields.
Are the youths not inspired by the performance of Vani Jayram? Who doesn’t like to be ‘one like Vani Jayram?’ Vani Jayram is a child who gives 95% in whatever she does whether it is in singing, medical field, drawing or acting and the rest 5% in whatever way she wants to enjoy her life she is free to do so!
The youths of today instead of whiling away time and playing pranks on others, they should be inspired to be “One like Vani Jayram.”, and they should work towards it!
Who would not like to be with her not for one day but forever?
Wishing her all the best for her future endeavours.
Are the youths not inspired by the performance of Vani Jayram? Who doesn’t like to be ‘one like Vani Jayram?’ Vani Jayram is a child who gives 95% in whatever she does whether it is in singing, medical field, drawing or acting and the rest 5% in whatever way she wants to enjoy her life she is free to do so!
The youths of today instead of whiling away time and playing pranks on others, they should be inspired to be “One like Vani Jayram.”, and they should work towards it!
Who would not like to be with her not for one day but forever?
Wishing her all the best for her future endeavours.
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HELMET- THE RIDERS' CONCERN
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Prakasha, admitted unconscious at NIMHANS with a head injury was pronounced dead a few days hence. He was well built, in his thirties, employed with the Govt. and liked by his colleagues. The helmet-rule was very much in force, the streets looked as if waves of commandos were on urgent missions. The traffic was thin, being the early hours of the day when Prakasha on his moped drew up at a wayside petrol pump, hung up his helmet on the handle bar, collected fuel and moved on. The moped tripped over the speed braker nearby, he fell headlong and that was the last his relation with the helmet that lay still fixed on to the bar. Somebody called it a freak accident, some others fate and yet others pondered 'Had he worn the helmet!'
Having made up his mind to dwell over the helmet-rule, the writer walked about for an hour on the main roads and the streets of a well laid-out part of the city to have a close look at the two-wheeler attributes. The pedestrians and other road users are taken for a ride. The first law that the speed of the vehicle must be controlled by its own condition, the condition of the road and the nature of traffic like the buses, trucks, cars, cattle and dogs, and pedestrians across is thrown to the wind. A good many of the two-wheelers ride zig-zag, do not keep to their own side of the roads at the junctions, some immediately cut from right to left or otherwise and also most of them try overtaking from the left. And, what distress that damsel is in to fly past so low, ground hugging with her dupatta fluttering in style and get caught in the wheel of a vehicle? It is almost by a whisker that others escape from rash riders. Hardly a few riders wear helmets. The pedestrians need helmets more, the way the two-wheelers navigate the streets. These observations are not meant an affront to the law-abiding, cautious many, older riders. Every invention, old or new is fraught with dangers, both to the owners and the public. Rules, regulations and conventions are set forth from experience of the use of these inventions to minimise, if not altogether avoid the possible dangers. Powered two-wheeler in general is an unstable rolling device which owes its temporal stability to speed within limits. Accidents happen because somebody in the complicated system of traffic does not go by the rulebook, need not necessarily be the rider. The rider must remember that he is the most vulnerable in the traffic system primarily because he rides on an unstable equilibrium. Pedestrians, quite a number of them illiterate and poor in a country like ours do not appreciate why they should abide by any rule of the road at all. More people are here on the road at any point of time compared to the advanced countries.
Accessibility by roads being generally poor in our country, more and more people throng to the available roadside to make a living. Road users are varied from cattle to modern high-speed limousines. Potholes, humps and channels (cut across the road) are constant sources of dangers for one and all. Unscientifically designed speed breakers (a host of them until recently on Bangalore streets) could easily off-balance a scooterist. Poorly lit roads at night and high beams of the on-coming traffic are irritants. Drunken driving and talking over the cellphone while in motion are other causes of accidents. Traffic signals are inadequate in numbers and in quality. Two-wheelers are seldom equipped with direction indicators to make known the rider's intentions to others. If all these drawbacks are taken care of, accidents can be reduced to a great extent.
Even in a scenario of minimum accidents taking place, the intensity of the suffering of the victims must be reduced. Head injury and consequent death or permanent disability is the worst that could happen to two-wheeler riders. Many scientific papers and statistical data have emerged from the work with NIMHANS that wearing helmets would lessen the intensity of brain damage. Overwhelming evidence and commonsense dictate the advisability of a hard protective cover over the head to save from possible brain damage in accidents. (Look, your favourite cricketer wears it too as it saves them from bouncers thrown at them).
Some people argue that the poor quality of helmet itself can cause brain injury in case of a fall or collision. True, but, the country is sufficiently advanced in material sciences and manufacturing technology to make safe helmets. Earthquakes do not kill people, but the buildings they live in do. People do not cease to live in houses on that count. Likewise, the use of helmets.
Wearing helmet is cumbersome, uncomfortable and uneasy for some. That is a valid point. Comfort and feel-good factor are essential to safe and relaxed riding. If the helmet is forced on their head they may have no alternative to abandoning the vehicle, once for all.
A mobike is a poor man's transport. Adding another thousand rupees compulsorily by way of a quality helmet to the galloping cost of the vehicle and its insurance cover is unfair to the consumers. Judging from the enormous number of two-wheelers on the street, a compulsory helmet-rule evidently favours the helmet industry. Should the Government promote such undue trade practices to help the producers squeeze out more money from the consumers? The law should at least look fair and even, and not again
another avenue for corruption.
Let the industry and the Government educate the rider on the benefit of wearing the helmet. Let the demand be controlled by the market forces and not by forcible intervention by the Government with other over-riding considerations.
If you want your life to be saved it is better to wear the helmet while riding a two-wheeler as there are the dare devils on the run and your life is most valuable! The traffic personnel need to impose heavy fines for the riders of two wheelers who do not wear helmets. Helmets are not a fashion to be worn by the motorcycles either on the handle bar or behind as to protect the number plates of the two wheelers as not to be noticeable by the traffic personnel. This is done on due purpose!
HELMET- THE RIDERS' CONCERN
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Prakasha, admitted unconscious at NIMHANS with a head injury was pronounced dead a few days hence. He was well built, in his thirties, employed with the Govt. and liked by his colleagues. The helmet-rule was very much in force, the streets looked as if waves of commandos were on urgent missions. The traffic was thin, being the early hours of the day when Prakasha on his moped drew up at a wayside petrol pump, hung up his helmet on the handle bar, collected fuel and moved on. The moped tripped over the speed braker nearby, he fell headlong and that was the last his relation with the helmet that lay still fixed on to the bar. Somebody called it a freak accident, some others fate and yet others pondered 'Had he worn the helmet!'
Having made up his mind to dwell over the helmet-rule, the writer walked about for an hour on the main roads and the streets of a well laid-out part of the city to have a close look at the two-wheeler attributes. The pedestrians and other road users are taken for a ride. The first law that the speed of the vehicle must be controlled by its own condition, the condition of the road and the nature of traffic like the buses, trucks, cars, cattle and dogs, and pedestrians across is thrown to the wind. A good many of the two-wheelers ride zig-zag, do not keep to their own side of the roads at the junctions, some immediately cut from right to left or otherwise and also most of them try overtaking from the left. And, what distress that damsel is in to fly past so low, ground hugging with her dupatta fluttering in style and get caught in the wheel of a vehicle? It is almost by a whisker that others escape from rash riders. Hardly a few riders wear helmets. The pedestrians need helmets more, the way the two-wheelers navigate the streets. These observations are not meant an affront to the law-abiding, cautious many, older riders. Every invention, old or new is fraught with dangers, both to the owners and the public. Rules, regulations and conventions are set forth from experience of the use of these inventions to minimise, if not altogether avoid the possible dangers. Powered two-wheeler in general is an unstable rolling device which owes its temporal stability to speed within limits. Accidents happen because somebody in the complicated system of traffic does not go by the rulebook, need not necessarily be the rider. The rider must remember that he is the most vulnerable in the traffic system primarily because he rides on an unstable equilibrium. Pedestrians, quite a number of them illiterate and poor in a country like ours do not appreciate why they should abide by any rule of the road at all. More people are here on the road at any point of time compared to the advanced countries.
Accessibility by roads being generally poor in our country, more and more people throng to the available roadside to make a living. Road users are varied from cattle to modern high-speed limousines. Potholes, humps and channels (cut across the road) are constant sources of dangers for one and all. Unscientifically designed speed breakers (a host of them until recently on Bangalore streets) could easily off-balance a scooterist. Poorly lit roads at night and high beams of the on-coming traffic are irritants. Drunken driving and talking over the cellphone while in motion are other causes of accidents. Traffic signals are inadequate in numbers and in quality. Two-wheelers are seldom equipped with direction indicators to make known the rider's intentions to others. If all these drawbacks are taken care of, accidents can be reduced to a great extent.
Even in a scenario of minimum accidents taking place, the intensity of the suffering of the victims must be reduced. Head injury and consequent death or permanent disability is the worst that could happen to two-wheeler riders. Many scientific papers and statistical data have emerged from the work with NIMHANS that wearing helmets would lessen the intensity of brain damage. Overwhelming evidence and commonsense dictate the advisability of a hard protective cover over the head to save from possible brain damage in accidents. (Look, your favourite cricketer wears it too as it saves them from bouncers thrown at them).
Some people argue that the poor quality of helmet itself can cause brain injury in case of a fall or collision. True, but, the country is sufficiently advanced in material sciences and manufacturing technology to make safe helmets. Earthquakes do not kill people, but the buildings they live in do. People do not cease to live in houses on that count. Likewise, the use of helmets.
Wearing helmet is cumbersome, uncomfortable and uneasy for some. That is a valid point. Comfort and feel-good factor are essential to safe and relaxed riding. If the helmet is forced on their head they may have no alternative to abandoning the vehicle, once for all.
A mobike is a poor man's transport. Adding another thousand rupees compulsorily by way of a quality helmet to the galloping cost of the vehicle and its insurance cover is unfair to the consumers. Judging from the enormous number of two-wheelers on the street, a compulsory helmet-rule evidently favours the helmet industry. Should the Government promote such undue trade practices to help the producers squeeze out more money from the consumers? The law should at least look fair and even, and not again
another avenue for corruption.
Let the industry and the Government educate the rider on the benefit of wearing the helmet. Let the demand be controlled by the market forces and not by forcible intervention by the Government with other over-riding considerations.
If you want your life to be saved it is better to wear the helmet while riding a two-wheeler as there are the dare devils on the run and your life is most valuable! The traffic personnel need to impose heavy fines for the riders of two wheelers who do not wear helmets. Helmets are not a fashion to be worn by the motorcycles either on the handle bar or behind as to protect the number plates of the two wheelers as not to be noticeable by the traffic personnel. This is done on due purpose!
Long hours
Power problem has been experienced in several areas in Bangalore. The most affected areas are near St.John’s Road, Jeevan Bima Nagar and utmost 36 hour power cut in Ramamurthy Nagar including Anandanagar in Hebbal, around Commercial Street ,frequently on St.John's Road near Lavayana theatre near Ulsoor lake & Thippasandra as this does affect most of the people as their work gets postponed.Can metro rail run?
India
India at 60:77% earns less than Rs.20 daily shows that India as a whole consists of Two worlds, one which belongs to the millionaires and other to the poor. These days the youth is not satisfied and in order to be utmost satisfied they go in for the search of new and modern gadgets, new automobiles like new bikes & new cars or go to the club, purchase drinks and have fun with most of the young girls.
The youth show understand this not the way to derive satisfaction, satisfaction comes about by serving other people, by doing good for them, by teaching and caring for the unfortunate and also looking after the old & elderly people and they should be satisfied with what they have and not what others have!
The youth show understand this not the way to derive satisfaction, satisfaction comes about by serving other people, by doing good for them, by teaching and caring for the unfortunate and also looking after the old & elderly people and they should be satisfied with what they have and not what others have!
Visibility Poorer
Where did the orange clothing go to which the traffic policemen used to wear during the night?As the city is covered with pollution from vehicles and construction of buildings there has been less visibility in the city! The traffic policemen are putting themselves at risk and also the other vehicle riders/drivers.
Jewel
A Girl Child is a Jewel Indeed!
Are we doing anything for the girl child of today?
Though there are the examples of Vani Jayram in Idea Star Singer & many others including the talented Bharatnatyam Dancer Saijana the question is are we doing anything for the girl child of today? The girl child needs to have equal rights over property matters, in almost every Wedding card and during any marriage celebration the male's name is preferred first over the female's, it's funny that they have no right over the pyre and this needs to be changed and they cannot become a priest.The attitude of people needs to be changed as sooner as possible & they need to have a border view.A girl child is a jewel indeed!
Are we doing anything for the girl child of today?
Though there are the examples of Vani Jayram in Idea Star Singer & many others including the talented Bharatnatyam Dancer Saijana the question is are we doing anything for the girl child of today? The girl child needs to have equal rights over property matters, in almost every Wedding card and during any marriage celebration the male's name is preferred first over the female's, it's funny that they have no right over the pyre and this needs to be changed and they cannot become a priest.The attitude of people needs to be changed as sooner as possible & they need to have a border view.A girl child is a jewel indeed!
seek the truth
Media
Is the media doing anything or sitting idly? Is the media fighting for justice for protecting the citizens of the country? If so why is Pratibha’s murder case taking such a long time? Rather than going after the Under-19 Cricketers and the Indian Cricket Team, is it not the duty of the media to seek justice first in the Pratibha’s murder case and punish the culprits? Is the media sheltering the rich and the wealthy people? They indeed need to learn a lesson from the media of the West that they did not even spare President Bill Clinton in the Monica-Lewinsky case!
Is the media doing anything or sitting idly? Is the media fighting for justice for protecting the citizens of the country? If so why is Pratibha’s murder case taking such a long time? Rather than going after the Under-19 Cricketers and the Indian Cricket Team, is it not the duty of the media to seek justice first in the Pratibha’s murder case and punish the culprits? Is the media sheltering the rich and the wealthy people? They indeed need to learn a lesson from the media of the West that they did not even spare President Bill Clinton in the Monica-Lewinsky case!
Monday, February 25, 2008
Inspiration- Look around
The quality of singing and a great deal of humbleness goes a great deal in becoming successful and this is what Vani Jayram has proved from time and again despite being in the danger round for three times of Asianet Idea Star Singer! Failures are indeed part and parcel of life whether they are in academics, relationships or in any other fields.
Are the youths not inspired by the performance of Vani Jayram? Who doesn’t like to be ‘one like Vani Jayram?’ Vani Jayram is a child who gives 95% in whatever she does whether it is in singing, medical field, drawing or acting and the rest 5% in whatever way she wants to enjoy her life she is free to do so!
The youths of today instead of whiling away time and playing pranks on others, they should be inspired to be “One like Vani Jayram.”, and they should work towards it!
Who would not like to be with her not for one day but forever?
Wishing her all the best for her future endeavours.
Are the youths not inspired by the performance of Vani Jayram? Who doesn’t like to be ‘one like Vani Jayram?’ Vani Jayram is a child who gives 95% in whatever she does whether it is in singing, medical field, drawing or acting and the rest 5% in whatever way she wants to enjoy her life she is free to do so!
The youths of today instead of whiling away time and playing pranks on others, they should be inspired to be “One like Vani Jayram.”, and they should work towards it!
Who would not like to be with her not for one day but forever?
Wishing her all the best for her future endeavours.
Not many audience on hand
Losing its Sheen
Is not cricket losing its sheen? There is a lot of cricket played these days ranging from the one-dayers, to the test matches, the 20-20’s and then the IPL and ICL? The IPL has been targeting Australian players to play for the IPL why so when there are other youths (youngsters) who are ready to play for the country who have done brilliantly in Domestic matches held? Learn from Australia, look at their bench strength, Chris Rogers, Adam Voges, James Hopes, Cameron White, Michael Clarke, Stuart Clark, Nathan Bracken and Stuart Macgill should be back in the place of Brad Hogg as he is one of the best spinner forever and also should be selected for the next World Cup in 2012. Do Miss him! He has still so much potential left in him as Monty Panesar of England. Has not cricket become now a different form of gambling? No wonder the Government of Karnataka has banned all forms of gambling remember the Playwin? But what about this form?
Is it not true that the BCCI is making hay while the sun shines? Fill in money in their coffers forever. It is true that bidding also takes place in soccer but this is quite different from the bidding that has taken the place of IPL.
Time to go for a test ride switch on to moto racing!
Is not cricket losing its sheen? There is a lot of cricket played these days ranging from the one-dayers, to the test matches, the 20-20’s and then the IPL and ICL? The IPL has been targeting Australian players to play for the IPL why so when there are other youths (youngsters) who are ready to play for the country who have done brilliantly in Domestic matches held? Learn from Australia, look at their bench strength, Chris Rogers, Adam Voges, James Hopes, Cameron White, Michael Clarke, Stuart Clark, Nathan Bracken and Stuart Macgill should be back in the place of Brad Hogg as he is one of the best spinner forever and also should be selected for the next World Cup in 2012. Do Miss him! He has still so much potential left in him as Monty Panesar of England. Has not cricket become now a different form of gambling? No wonder the Government of Karnataka has banned all forms of gambling remember the Playwin? But what about this form?
Is it not true that the BCCI is making hay while the sun shines? Fill in money in their coffers forever. It is true that bidding also takes place in soccer but this is quite different from the bidding that has taken the place of IPL.
Time to go for a test ride switch on to moto racing!
Sunday, February 24, 2008
Do have a SMS on Forever
KEEP THE SMS FLOWING
According to the Oxford dictionary a ‘smile’is defined as a facial expression indicating pleasure or amusement, with lips stretched and their ends upturned while according to the Webster’s Dictionary a smile is defined as to show pleasure, amusement, affection by an upward curving of the mouth.
What’s SMS?
SMS relating to mobile phones? No! SMS is go on smiling forever as a smile always make people attractive which also radiates warmth towards others. A smile is a true blessing that the Lord has given us. Use it as frequently as possible.
Whose smile is world famous? Quite right Mono Lisa’s smile is the world’s famous smile! Ever wondered who has a good smile?
Jennifer Lopez, Pamela Anderson, Halle Berry do have a good smile.
Smile denotes happiness or anger.Thais, Chinese, Koreans & Japanese smile as to express confusion, embarrassment or even sadness. In many countries including Sri Lanka, India and the Gulf states smiling at the opposite sex is taken as an invitation to flirt.
Ever wondered the different types of smile?
They are the usual smile, rape smile, broad smile, cold insincere smile, faked smile, real smile, the commissure smile, cuspid smile, complex smile, maxillary smile, maxillary & over 3 mm gingival smile, the mandibular smile, maxillary & mandibular & neither maxillary nor mandibular which does exists in babies only.
Do smile always as it comes without any charge, it’s free and can be given to whomever you choose, as often as possible, it needs no special equipment, it can be given to as many people as possible and that too at the same time, it travels around the world freely and it is truly appreciated by all.
A smile travels through four stages- Stage 1:- lips closed, Stage-2:-resting display, Stage-3:-natural smile (three quarters) & Stage 4:-expanded smile.
A Smile varies from the famous Sachin Tendulkar to Angelina Jolie, Sandra Bullock, Kate Hudson, Jamie Lee Curtis, Mel Gibson, Elvis Presley, Tiger Woods, Sharon Stone, Tom Cruise to Julia Roberts, Marilyn Monroe, Will Smith, and Orpah Winfrey.
A smile is also used to compliment others in whatever they do!
Therefore keep the SMS flowing forever as it is free and does not cost anything in relation to the SMS of the mobile! Keep smiling as it will do you good and it will be appreciated by all forever.
Ever wondered who smiles the most?
Surely it’s the Women who do Smile a lot than the men!
Therefore do have a SMS on but never grin !
According to the Oxford dictionary a ‘smile’is defined as a facial expression indicating pleasure or amusement, with lips stretched and their ends upturned while according to the Webster’s Dictionary a smile is defined as to show pleasure, amusement, affection by an upward curving of the mouth.
What’s SMS?
SMS relating to mobile phones? No! SMS is go on smiling forever as a smile always make people attractive which also radiates warmth towards others. A smile is a true blessing that the Lord has given us. Use it as frequently as possible.
Whose smile is world famous? Quite right Mono Lisa’s smile is the world’s famous smile! Ever wondered who has a good smile?
Jennifer Lopez, Pamela Anderson, Halle Berry do have a good smile.
Smile denotes happiness or anger.Thais, Chinese, Koreans & Japanese smile as to express confusion, embarrassment or even sadness. In many countries including Sri Lanka, India and the Gulf states smiling at the opposite sex is taken as an invitation to flirt.
Ever wondered the different types of smile?
They are the usual smile, rape smile, broad smile, cold insincere smile, faked smile, real smile, the commissure smile, cuspid smile, complex smile, maxillary smile, maxillary & over 3 mm gingival smile, the mandibular smile, maxillary & mandibular & neither maxillary nor mandibular which does exists in babies only.
Do smile always as it comes without any charge, it’s free and can be given to whomever you choose, as often as possible, it needs no special equipment, it can be given to as many people as possible and that too at the same time, it travels around the world freely and it is truly appreciated by all.
A smile travels through four stages- Stage 1:- lips closed, Stage-2:-resting display, Stage-3:-natural smile (three quarters) & Stage 4:-expanded smile.
A Smile varies from the famous Sachin Tendulkar to Angelina Jolie, Sandra Bullock, Kate Hudson, Jamie Lee Curtis, Mel Gibson, Elvis Presley, Tiger Woods, Sharon Stone, Tom Cruise to Julia Roberts, Marilyn Monroe, Will Smith, and Orpah Winfrey.
A smile is also used to compliment others in whatever they do!
Therefore keep the SMS flowing forever as it is free and does not cost anything in relation to the SMS of the mobile! Keep smiling as it will do you good and it will be appreciated by all forever.
Ever wondered who smiles the most?
Surely it’s the Women who do Smile a lot than the men!
Therefore do have a SMS on but never grin !
Friday, February 22, 2008
Strange
As the Twenty Wonders had been selected by the leading Newspaper Times of India, a few months back how come the Red Fort which was listed on the UNESCO'S World Heritage list does not find a place in this Newspaper? Where did the ‘Mysore Palace’ which is also known as the ‘Tippu Sultan Palace go to ? Historical Places of our Paradise of India, that is Jammu & Kashmir have been skipped on like the Vaishnavdevi Temple, Hazratbal Shrine, Jamia Masjid & the Amarnath cave. Aren’t the Houseboats of Jammu & Kashmir and of Kerala a Wonder too?
Should there not be some element of surprise in it too!
Should there not be some element of surprise in it too!
noise-why?
Is it really necessary to create an unnecessary hue and cry about the Highest Civilian Award the ‘Bharat Ratna’ as there are other important issues to be dealt with and should this Highest Award be only awarded to bigwigs? Are there no other deserving candidates who excel in various fields like literacy, scientific, sports & musical & dance programs on stage?
best decision
Kudos for Mr M.P. Prakash for taking the right decision to resign from the JD (S) party. The Congress party should try their best to rein in Prakash if they need to make a comeback in KRK otherwise the BJP would have the cake and eat it too! S M Krishna, Siddharamaiah & Prakash are indeed the three musketeers for any party, therefore snatch the cake before others do so.
why deadline for clubs
The 11p.m deadline is quite embarrassing as the New Year Party begins only at 12:00 midnight and this day comes only once in a year too. Why are the authorities concerned, do they anticipate any problem in the city? The main task of the authorities is to protect the citizens.
Requesting the authorities to extent the deadline up to 1 a.m. and this needs to be strictly adhered to. Here are some suggestions to be incorporated during any New Year occasions. Place red colour telephones at the important places to contact the police department for prompt action and the blue ones for emergencies.
Requesting the authorities to extent the deadline up to 1 a.m. and this needs to be strictly adhered to. Here are some suggestions to be incorporated during any New Year occasions. Place red colour telephones at the important places to contact the police department for prompt action and the blue ones for emergencies.
why night shifts
Night Shift
A girl’s duty after her marriage is to look after her child therefore the girls should not work during night shifts as to see to it that the child is not neglected and also during this time there is not much security for the girls as we have already seen in Prahibha’s case.
The child needs to be given special attention especially from the mother to guide him/her in the right direction.
The re-think of women working in night shifts by the Cabinet is surely a waste of time and money as there are other matters that needs undue attention.
“Let there be no repeat on the Prathibha’s case again.”
People need to ask themselves are they ready to take responsibilities in providing security for the girls as some of them might be their own daughters.
A girl’s duty after her marriage is to look after her child therefore the girls should not work during night shifts as to see to it that the child is not neglected and also during this time there is not much security for the girls as we have already seen in Prahibha’s case.
The child needs to be given special attention especially from the mother to guide him/her in the right direction.
The re-think of women working in night shifts by the Cabinet is surely a waste of time and money as there are other matters that needs undue attention.
“Let there be no repeat on the Prathibha’s case again.”
People need to ask themselves are they ready to take responsibilities in providing security for the girls as some of them might be their own daughters.
give way
Dark ages!
An ever lasting sight witnessed in the city of Bangalore is the traffic jams that were visible on 6th June, 07. Is this the solution for the city? This has caused a lot of inconvenience to the people.
Imagine those people going for their jobs with a deadline to be completed on a particular day and also if any of the Ambulance was on an Emergency duty.
In these modern days when we use modern technology like radio and television why are we not using these in these types of emergencies? Where has the use of loudspeakers and speakers gone to? These are only used for election purposes and also for festivals why don’t we use them too which could be fixed on top of traffic police vehicles and police vehicles which could be used to announce emergencies of similar type
Are we still living in the Dark ages…..?
An ever lasting sight witnessed in the city of Bangalore is the traffic jams that were visible on 6th June, 07. Is this the solution for the city? This has caused a lot of inconvenience to the people.
Imagine those people going for their jobs with a deadline to be completed on a particular day and also if any of the Ambulance was on an Emergency duty.
In these modern days when we use modern technology like radio and television why are we not using these in these types of emergencies? Where has the use of loudspeakers and speakers gone to? These are only used for election purposes and also for festivals why don’t we use them too which could be fixed on top of traffic police vehicles and police vehicles which could be used to announce emergencies of similar type
Are we still living in the Dark ages…..?
Few people
It is good to see there are a lot of people who care for others by reading about Divya Dwivedi who averted an accident to save an 8 year old child. It is also often seen in the city that most vehicles try to overtake from the left putting other people into trouble while these people do escape somehow. Surveillance cameras and police on motorcycles should be posted at the busiest areas and also near the malls which have risen.
Most of the youths of today try to jump traffic signals by overspeeeding whether a traffic constable is posted there or not. These youths need to learn a lesson or two out of the leaves of Divya Dwivedi.
Instead of honouring bigwigs we should also honour people such as Divya Dwivedi by giving cash awards. There are only a few deserving people on line.
Most of the youths of today try to jump traffic signals by overspeeeding whether a traffic constable is posted there or not. These youths need to learn a lesson or two out of the leaves of Divya Dwivedi.
Instead of honouring bigwigs we should also honour people such as Divya Dwivedi by giving cash awards. There are only a few deserving people on line.
Sunday, February 17, 2008
SHORT...............CUTS
SHORTCUTS
Might be familiar with this topic, hope so! In order to complete our work faster and ahead of others we do use the short cut keys, don’t we? Therefore computers have made our work easier indeed.
Strolling down the street on a calm cool day, suddenly from somewhere there is a traffic jam across the street where the vehicles are moving at a snail pace. Immediately the advantageous two wheeler do take the shortcuts through the narrow gaps in front of other vehicles. Some of them pass on through the footpaths unaware of the fact that sometime they might be caught unaware of what lies in front of them. Copying in the exam is another shortcut which some students do employ as they are afraid that they may not be able to cope with others and they are also afraid that they would receive a good scolding from their parents. Bribing officials is another shortcut employed by many to complete their work faster.
In terms of achieving love and acquiring huge money people do use shortcuts which maybe through fair or unfair means to achieve what they had hoped for. Similarly a pack of cigarettes is a shortcut to cancer. Consumption of drinks, too much of which leads to is the shortcut to death.
Do we need these shortcuts in our daily life? Is there any shortcut to happiness? Never! Money and power does it bring in happiness? Love, affection, compassion and service to mankind leads to real happiness and which stays with you for long but not money!
When a baby enters into this world, he or she has an ‘innocent’ smile on her face unaware of the hurdles which lie in front of it. But afterwards this ‘smile’ vanishes. Is it not our duty to keep them smiling forever? Look around and you will find the people living below the poverty line are a happy lot come what may! We find in them a bright lit face and a smile always on their faces.
Money does not travel a long way but a smile does travel a long way. Therefore keep smiling everyday for it does not cost you anything it is free!
Might be familiar with this topic, hope so! In order to complete our work faster and ahead of others we do use the short cut keys, don’t we? Therefore computers have made our work easier indeed.
Strolling down the street on a calm cool day, suddenly from somewhere there is a traffic jam across the street where the vehicles are moving at a snail pace. Immediately the advantageous two wheeler do take the shortcuts through the narrow gaps in front of other vehicles. Some of them pass on through the footpaths unaware of the fact that sometime they might be caught unaware of what lies in front of them. Copying in the exam is another shortcut which some students do employ as they are afraid that they may not be able to cope with others and they are also afraid that they would receive a good scolding from their parents. Bribing officials is another shortcut employed by many to complete their work faster.
In terms of achieving love and acquiring huge money people do use shortcuts which maybe through fair or unfair means to achieve what they had hoped for. Similarly a pack of cigarettes is a shortcut to cancer. Consumption of drinks, too much of which leads to is the shortcut to death.
Do we need these shortcuts in our daily life? Is there any shortcut to happiness? Never! Money and power does it bring in happiness? Love, affection, compassion and service to mankind leads to real happiness and which stays with you for long but not money!
When a baby enters into this world, he or she has an ‘innocent’ smile on her face unaware of the hurdles which lie in front of it. But afterwards this ‘smile’ vanishes. Is it not our duty to keep them smiling forever? Look around and you will find the people living below the poverty line are a happy lot come what may! We find in them a bright lit face and a smile always on their faces.
Money does not travel a long way but a smile does travel a long way. Therefore keep smiling everyday for it does not cost you anything it is free!
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