[Goanet]Mosto Bhurgo
Here is an opportunity for the begginers in Konkani MOSTO BHURGO Ek Salesman aplea Customer-ak fon korta. Tanchea lhan bhurgean lohu avazan (low voice) mhollem Hello Saleman: Tuji mae ghora asa? Bhurgo: (in a low voice) Oi (yes) Salesman: Mhojean tiche kodden uloum ieta? Bhurgo: Ti busy asa Salesman: Tuzo Pae asa? Bhurgo: Oi Salesman: Mhojean tache kodden uloum ieta? Bhurgo: To-ui ocupado asa Salwsman: Ghorant anik kon tori asa? Bhurgo: (in a low voice) Fire Brigade-iche monis Salesman: Tanchea modlea konnai lagim mhojean uloum ieta? Bhurgo: Te occupado asa Salesma: Anik konn thori thoim asa? Bhurgo: Police hanche monis asa Salesman: Borem mhojean tantela eklea Policesa lagim tori uloum ieta? Bhurgo: Te vui ocupado asa Salesman: Maka hem kainch somzona. Hacher matxe tum uzvadd ghalxi? Tuji Mae, Tuzo Pae, Fire Brigae ani Police, he sogle tujea ghorant asat ane te sogle ocupado asat. Tor te kitem kortat? Bhurgo: (in a low voice) Te sogle mhaka sodtat Vasu (tumchea modlo) Want to chat instantly with your online friends? Get the FREE Yahoo! Messenger http://mail.messenger.yahoo.co.uk ## # Send submissions for Goanet to [EMAIL PROTECTED] # # PLEASE remember to stay on-topic (related to Goa), and avoid top-posts # # More details on Goanet at http://joingoanet.shorturl.com/ # # Please keep your discussion/tone polite, to reflect respect to others # ##
Re: [Goanet] Incredible Thoughts
In a message dated 11/12/2003 3:32:19 PM Central Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: What does the Bible teach? I would just like to say that the above post contains statements that are debatable. Science is not incompatible with faith and religion. I disagree. So do many other people. Science and faith are mutually exclusive. Science relies on evidence, not faith. They can coexist only in compartmentalized minds. The late Stephen Jay Gould, noted biologist, thinker and writer coined the term non-overlapping magisteria to describe this mutual exclusivity or incompatibility between science and religion. Empirical science does not exhaust the reality. Exhaustive empirical and theoretical science might. But science itself might be inexhaustible. Scientific truth is one parcel of Truth... How does one know that the other parcel is true? Let better reason prevail! For better reason to prevail we need better evidence - not more faith. Cheers, Santosh ## # Send submissions for Goanet to [EMAIL PROTECTED] # # PLEASE remember to stay on-topic (related to Goa), and avoid top-posts # # More details on Goanet at http://joingoanet.shorturl.com/ # # Please keep your discussion/tone polite, to reflect respect to others # ##
[Goanet]Birthdays from 14th - 16th Nov 2003
Wishing you all a very HAPPY BIRTHDAY on behalf of GoaNetters to 14-Nov Edwin Almeida Mapusa/ Dubai 15-Nov Jennifer Fernandes France 15-Nov Ruth D'Souza 16-Nov Lourdes de SouzaArpora, Goa 16-Nov Eugene Correia 16-Nov Noel Colaco SPECIAL B'DAY WISHES TO 14-NovEllynna Gomes - Loving wishes from parents Edgar Iona Gomes, brother Elron and sister Ioline from Sharjah. Thanks, Vincente. Please do notify if your e-mail address has been changed, for cc'ing B'day wished to your e-mail address. NOTE: Please send your Birthday's details for those who haven't done so far to the following e-mail address([EMAIL PROTECTED]) with subject as Birthday/Birthday details as per below format. Birth Day/Month NameBirth/Current Place _ Is your computer infected with a virus? Find out with a FREE computer virus scan from McAfee. Take the FreeScan now! http://clinic.mcafee.com/clinic/ibuy/campaign.asp?cid=3963 ## # Send submissions for Goanet to [EMAIL PROTECTED] # # PLEASE remember to stay on-topic (related to Goa), and avoid top-posts # # More details on Goanet at http://joingoanet.shorturl.com/ # # Please keep your discussion/tone polite, to reflect respect to others # ##
[Goanet]E-Governance or on-line gambling
Goa to set up NRI cell in Canada, says minister by Eugene Correia The Goa government will set up a Non-Resident Indian cell in Canada, according to Minister of Industries, Francisco D'Souza D'Souza, who also holds the portfolio of Law and Judiciary, said the cell would work to attract foreign investment in the state. He, however, did not disclose when the cell will be set up. He informed that within the next three years, there will be total e-governance in Goa. D'Souza and his colleague, Minister for Trade and Commerce, Art and Cutlure, and Social Welfare, Ramrao G. Dessai, were in Toronto on the last leg of their official visit to attend an IT meeting in Calgary. They visited Montreal and Ottawa meeting government officials before making their rounds in the government offices in Toronto The ministers, who were accompanied by Secretary, Information Technology, Bhupinder Bhalla and IT adviser, Dr. Anupam Saraf, were hosted to a private dinner by Ben Saldanha, of Saldanha Holidays, at his residence in Mississauga. Also present at the function was Ontario Minister for Transport, Hardinder Thakkar, who lives just down the street from Saldanha's house. D'Souza informed that the pace of development in the IT sector was impressive and that chief minister Manohar Parrikar, who is an IT-savvy person, has taken personal interest in the IT industry. The former mayor of Mapusa, a city in north Goa, said that the Parrikar government has proved to be efficient, clean and transparent. For this reason, the people voted the government back in power after three years of first forming the fgovernment he noted. Goa has a history of having new chief ministers very often, and at least twice within a year. He said the government is working hard to make effective changes at all levels of society and make Goa very progressive. Dessai reiterated his colleague's remarks by saying that the government has taken many social measures to improve the lot of the society as a whole. He informed that Goa is headed to become a pharma-state because of many pharmaceuticals setting up their manufacturing units in the state. The minister said the government has started a scheme through which students will get loans to further their studies. He disclosed that another program for seniors has been implement where those over 60 years would be given money as persion from the government funds. Single, unmarried women over 50 would also be covered under the program. There are 1.17 lakhs seniors in the state. He emphasized that artists from all disciplines would be encouraged with monetary incentives. The minister was receptive to the idea to send cultural artists to foreign countries to promote Goan culture. He said the surfacing of roads have been undertaken and Goa has taken further initiative in improving the infrastructure in the state. Secretary of IT, Bhupinder Bhalla, Goa is not keen in competiting with states such as Karnataka and Hyderabad in the IT industry but want to be the leader in e-governance. He said the Verna IT park is buzzing with activity with new companies such as D-Link and Central Net make their presence. Goa is more into the hardware sector unlike Karnataka and Hyderabad, he said, adding that some companies have shown interest in setting up call centres in the state. He noted that Goa has adopted the Singapore model in its IT program and that the government is more interested in quality than in quantity. Thakkar welcomed the ministers on behalf of the government and promised to help in any way possible. He also said he would make a point to visit Goa when he goes to India. __ Do you Yahoo!? Protect your identity with Yahoo! Mail AddressGuard http://antispam.yahoo.com/whatsnewfree ## # Send submissions for Goanet to [EMAIL PROTECTED] # # PLEASE remember to stay on-topic (related to Goa), and avoid top-posts # # More details on Goanet at http://joingoanet.shorturl.com/ # # Please keep your discussion/tone polite, to reflect respect to others # ##
[Goanet]Ramzan Mubarak
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Re: [Goanet]Fabian returns home.
That was a brief but touching account of a good and honest cop. I know from his batch mates that Fabian was held in very high esteem by colleagues on account of his several good qualities. Honesty was one. Miguel provided an insight into his family's circumstance. In appreciation of the departed man's virtues, I'm sure people may desire to chip in. May I request Miguel to kindly post the family's mailing address? Good wishes/Valmiki From: Miguel Braganza [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Wednesday, November 12, 2003 10:10 PM Fabian D'Souza was a relatively short man with a frail frame...yet he stood tall in the community of men. He was soft-spoken,kind,witty and a very pleasant person. I knew him for the last three years. I knew he worked at Goa Police HQ,but I never imagined that he was a cop! Actually he was an Inspector of Police...a designation that brings to mind visions of burly,foul-mouthed,rough men in Khaki. He was so far removed from such an image,that it was difficult to believe he was a cop, even at his funeral...except that the Police Brass Band and a large number of cops in uniform,mufti,and civvies were present at the chapel and the cemetery. I do hope the Goa Police will ensure likewise that his payments of gratuity,insurance and pension flow to his widow and little children as Fabian had ensured in his life time. Fabian is survided by his wife,Mary, and three little [one of them school going] children.One child is too small for school and the other may never go to a regular school.Aleron,Alston and Valiska need the support that the society can,and should give. An honest police officer does not leave behind a great deal of material wealth...specially when he dies young. Miguel ## # Send submissions for Goanet to [EMAIL PROTECTED] # # PLEASE remember to stay on-topic (related to Goa), and avoid top-posts # # More details on Goanet at http://joingoanet.shorturl.com/ # # Please keep your discussion/tone polite, to reflect respect to others # ##
[Goanet-news]13 NOV 2003: GOACOM DAILY NEWS CLIPPINGS
GOACOM DAILY NEWS CLIPPINGS 13 Nov 2003 SPEEDING BUS KILLS FATHER, SON: A father and son lost their lives yesterday in a tragic accident when a speeding bus crushed them under its wheels at Dramapur junction on the NH 17. A scooterist also suffered minor injuries. Mathew Afonso, 42, a seaman by profession and his son Miran, 7, who were traveling home to Pazarconi on a scooter, were run over by the speeding bus. (GT) KERI MOTORCYCLIST KILLED IN MISHAP: A motorcyclist died on the spot at Cuncoliem-Kundaim, when he was struck by an oncoming tipper truck on November 12. Vasant Jalmi (35) of Keri-Ponda was proceeding from Mardol towards Kundaim on his motorcycle. (H) STUDENT KILLED IN MISHAP: Shelton Savio Monteiro, a 15-year-old college student from St Inez lost his life in a tragic accident at Miramar yesterday morning. Monteiro, a student of Dempo higher secondary school was riding a Bajaj Pulsar motorcycle towards Dona Paula, when he lost control of the vehicle when the vehicle hit a stone near the Goa Science Centre. (GT) IS HELMET TIME BACK ONCE AGAIN? Will the use of helmets (protective headgear) be made compulsory for riders once again? In an interesting development, the State government is intending to withdraw the exemptions granted for use of protective headgear for persons riding two-wheelers in the State. (H) PAY AND PARK FACILITY: The State government will implement the recommendations of a report on pay and park system for vehicles in Goa's municipal areas from January 1, next year. (NT) LARGEST CRUISE LINER TO DOCK AT MORMUGAO: MV AIDACAR, the third and the largest cruise liner to visit Goa this season, will dock at berth number 5 at Mormugao Harbour at 7 am today. (GT) TOURISTS GO AFLUTTER ON 'BUTTERFLY' BEACH: Long before it was overrun by tourists and chaos, Palolem was named Paradise beach by hippies. But now a little known 100-metre stretch nearby is bewitching a few discerning tourists and locals with its magic. Barely two kms south of Agonda beach as the crow flies, this strip of shimmering sands is amazingly framed by gigantic rocks on both sides. Ensconced in a small sylvan valley, this spot is slowly gaining popularity. Though locals refer to the beach as Roichi Voll, after the nearby spring flowing into the sea, tourists have named it Butterfly Beach. As one steps on the grass, one is bound to rouse tiny butterflies who look like a shower of petals in flight. (GT) VASCO SUICIDE VICTIM DEAD: A woman from Shantinagar, who attempted suicide last week, succumbed to injuries late Tuesday night at the Goa Medical College Hospital at Bambolim. Vasco police said Celine Furtado (40) doused herself in kerosene and set herself ablaze. (H) CELLPHONE BAN ON CAMPUSES: No cellphones in campus and classrooms please! This clarion call has now become an order in many and educational institution in Goa where the once luxurious item is now a 'little toy' that has found its way to educational campuses, causing much nuisance and disturbance.But MES HSS at Birla, Vasco, sees things differently, Here, cent per cent of the students, particularly form the science stream, are all proud owners of handsets. (H) EDC SEALS 4 HOTELS: Continuing its drive against defaulters, the Economic Development Corporation, Panaji, yesterday sealed four hotels and two industrial units. The hotels sealed were situated at Porvorim and Verna while the industrial units were situated at Kundaim and Cuncolim industrial estates. The EDC was supposed to recover a total amount of Rs.20 crore from these establishments. (GT) DUMP SITE AT BENDURDEM: Attempts by the Land Survey Department at Panjim to demarcate the proposed dumping site at Bendurdem in Balli on Wednesday were foiled by villagers for the second time. (H) TEACHER HELD FOR MOLESTING MINOR: Maloji Patil, 54, a resident of Malpan-Sattari and a teacher at the local primary school, was arrested by the police yesterday on the charge of having molested a minor girl. (GT) KTC'S LONG DISTANCE TOURS: The Kadamba Transport Corporation is all poised to provide its passengers a new dimension in long distance bus travel. It has equipped itself with four luxury coaches from Volvo to operate on Goa-Mumbai, Goa-Shirdi and Pune route to begin with. (GT) NATIONAL AWARD FOR FR AGNEL NIKETAN: Fr Agnel Niketan (Boys Home), Pilar, has been selected for the National Award 2002 under the institution category for its notable services in the development and welfare of children in Goa. Fr Thomas Gonsalves, SFX, who has a good record of 13 years of service as its director upto 2002, will accept the award at a presentation ceremony at National Bal Bhavan, New Delhi, on 14 November, 2003. The award carries a cash prize of Rs.3 lakh and a citation. (GT) KUWAIT GOANS MOURN: The Goan community in Kuwait mourned the death of Alfred Rose at a condolence meeting organised by the Kuwait Konknni Kendr recently. Those who spoke on the great deeds of Alfred Rose for the promotion of Konkani stage and
[Goanet]Re: PI Fabian
On Wed, 12 Nov 2003 04:23:37 +, glen d souza [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: It was indeed sad to learn of the passing away of PI Fabian D'Souza. I know Fabian as a hockey player. Not only was he a great sportsman, he was a perfect gentleman. May his soul rest in peace and my sincere condolances to his family. Glen ## # Send submissions for Goanet to [EMAIL PROTECTED] # # PLEASE remember to stay on-topic (related to Goa), and avoid top-posts # # More details on Goanet at http://joingoanet.shorturl.com/ # # Please keep your discussion/tone polite, to reflect respect to others # ##
[Goanet]Re(Goanet) Konknni language (I am going to GOA)
Chodd Deu borem korum tuca Sr.Teotonio Bab. 'I am going to GOA' = 'Hanv Goeam vetam' As far as my konknni knowledge is concerned, you are right. You deserve first prize (I also remember, you were the winner of my other posting on Goanet viz 'Kator re bhaji' Congratulations. Keep it up. Amche maim-bhaxen tujerui vodlem besanv galum. === Goenkar=Goemkar === Tum 'Goeam' vetai? zalear tum 'Goemkar'? Gibert, khuim re ganv tuzo 'Goeam'? Na re, hanv 'Bombaimkar'. == A small note to the Critics: By quoting or reposting somebody else's posts etc Let's not try to make the issue sensitive. It will only help others to guess what catagory of 'Goemkars' you belong to. Finally, any body interested in any more konkani lessons? (not on Goanet, offcourse, some people get offended). Thanks for your time. joe Quote: From: Teotonio R. de Souza [EMAIL PROTECTED] | To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: [Goanet]Re:Re (Goanet) konknni language Date: Wed, 12 Nov 2003 09:55:07 + (Hora padrão de Greenwich) Replying to Joe: Hanv Goeam vetam (= I am going to Goa) Hanv Goeam vochona (= I am not going to Goa). I see no need of using a final *m* after *na*. Jaime de Mello was doing a good job of teaching Konkani to Goans on web. I am glad Joe has taken up the task now! Konknni maim-bhas Joecher aplem besaum ghalum! Want to chat instantly with your online friends? Get the FREE Yahoo! Messenger http://mail.messenger.yahoo.co.uk ## # Send submissions for Goanet to [EMAIL PROTECTED] # # PLEASE remember to stay on-topic (related to Goa), and avoid top-posts # # More details on Goanet at http://joingoanet.shorturl.com/ # # Please keep your discussion/tone polite, to reflect respect to others # ##
Re: [Goanet]Interesting Matrimonial advert in Herald
Cecil Pinto [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: The advert below appeared on 9th November 2003 and again on 11th November 2003 --- G.R.C. Spinster 24 years 80kgs B.A. Graduate wants a life partner below 38 years offering Flat Cash and other items Write to ROSE, C/o Postbox 249, Margao. Cecil, Can you do me a favour? If Rose is no relation to you, can you drop her a note saying I am interested. Please mention that I am intrigued just because she does not claim to be God fearing or of wheat complexion. Other details you can add are: 1) I live in a flat, have cash and other items, all of which she can extract from me (surely opposites attract?) 2) Her's will be the most talked about wedding in Goa as everybody will hear about the floral arrangements (all paid for by me.) Also, I think you know me well enough by now to add any/all other embellishments so that the reply stands out. Thanks [EMAIL PROTECTED] __ Post your free ad now! http://personals.yahoo.ca ## # Send submissions for Goanet to [EMAIL PROTECTED] # # PLEASE remember to stay on-topic (related to Goa), and avoid top-posts # # More details on Goanet at http://joingoanet.shorturl.com/ # # Please keep your discussion/tone polite, to reflect respect to others # ##
[Goanet]Re: Goan and don't know Konkani?
Joe responds: Firstly, there seems to be a confusion.. '..you must be a bastard..' these are the exact words taken from the song by Alfred Rose. It was further explained (in the song) 'bastard' means a person without mother and father. The word is commonly used now a days even in the Indian movies (perhaps, in Goan Tiatr too). And at this side of the world, it is like a greeting word as in Hi, Hello etc. It seems, even Indians in India now are broad minded than Indians in western countries who are narrow minded? Reply from GL: By Gosh Joe! You are an embarrassment to Goans and perhaps to Alfred Rose. If you live in England, (as your e-mail address suggest) you should know that an individual who does not have a father and a mother is an orphan and not a B__ . You claim you are quoting Alfred Rose. But he did not say/ write this on the GoaNet web in 2003. So please be man enough to assume responsibility for your writings. You state that Indians are more broad minded than in western countries. So is it all right if I call you a moron? It is not a compliment or a greeting. If you do not know basic manners, you can stick your Konkani language skills in a place 'where the sun don't shine!' From a true and blue-blooded Goan and proud to say so. GL ## # Send submissions for Goanet to [EMAIL PROTECTED] # # PLEASE remember to stay on-topic (related to Goa), and avoid top-posts # # More details on Goanet at http://joingoanet.shorturl.com/ # # Please keep your discussion/tone polite, to reflect respect to others # ##
[Goanet]ADIM ani ATAM!
Adim fokot don torimche tiatr zatalet - vhoddle tiatr, Bombaim-karamche, ani daktte tiatr urlelea tiatristanche, punn tem soglem somplelea Rosario Rodrigues-an boldun uddoilem, Non-Stop Khell-Tiatr machier haddun. Atam bhou thodde adle tiatrist urleat ani tiatrui bhou thodde zatat, punn Non-Stop Khell-Tiatr zobordostin choltat! Domnic Fernandes Dhahran, KSA _ Add photos to your e-mail with MSN 8. Get 2 months FREE*. http://join.msn.com/?page=features/featuredemail ## # Send submissions for Goanet to [EMAIL PROTECTED] # # PLEASE remember to stay on-topic (related to Goa), and avoid top-posts # # More details on Goanet at http://joingoanet.shorturl.com/ # # Please keep your discussion/tone polite, to reflect respect to others # ##
[Goanet]COMMENT: Enfranchising the citizen
Enfranchising the citizen http://oheraldteam.com Take a situation like this. You're told this is one of your last chances to make a voter identity card for yourself. But by 10.30 am, the team that is supposed to arrive hasn't yet come to your village. Next, about an hour later, the power supply has failed, so work can't be done. Surprisingly, the electricity department is located maybe fifty metres away. Just before lunch, and a third visit down the line. This time, the software of the computer is playing up. So, after a total of four visits in a single day, finally there's that valuable piece of laminated paper, called a voter I-card, available in your hands. And, this is not fiction. Goa, supposedly a literate and small -- thus manageable -- state, has long been struggling to give its citizens access to identity cards. In July this year, officials claimed a 61% coverage of the elector photo identity card, or EPIC. If elections are to be seen as fair and above board, carrying out this task effectively should be a top priority for the authorities. No doubt there are good intentions. But, things don't always work out as planned. What's worse, Goa's assembly constituencies are tiny in size. Many legislators have won with slender majorities. In the late nineties, there was a situation in which nearly 25% of the assembly had won on margins of five hundred votes or less, in each case. In the last assembly polls itself, which threw up a wafer-thin result, the rumour mill was agog with complaints that a number of names had been selectively deleted off the electoral rolls. One way or the other, this allegation remained only that: an allegation. If it is true, it is indeed a serious issue. If the charge is false, it's even more serious. It means that untrue insinuations are allowed to flourish, in a way that the citizen begins to wonder how things are really functioning. As could be expected, the politicians promptly forgot this issue after elections were done with, which they shouldn't if they were affected and really serious about it. Goa's elections, let's face it, tend to still unfortunately be fought on battlelines of religion and caste. This would imply that any dropping of names from the electoral rolls could have the potential of upsetting the applecart on one side or the other. It is perhaps no coincidence that politicians like the Congress former member of Parliament Shantaram Naik have raised the issue. But the follow-up has been clearly lacking. Other issues have also come up. Including the question of whether those working overseas in a heavily migration-oriented state have the right to be voters or not. Obviously, any decision on this would have political and possibly communal implications. At least one of our Herald staffers, from the Panjim constituency, believes that members of his family who have been abroad were systematically and selectively struck off the electoral rolls. In a Goa where a lot of intra-State migration has taken place, what happens to those voters who might be from North Goa and temporarily staying in the South, or vice versa? In such a context, the authorities need to maintain utmost transparency in undertaking this work. It would perhaps not be a bad idea to make the electoral rolls widely and publicly available, so that the citizens can see for themselves who's included and who's not. Access could be through public libraries; only politicians with a stake could be expected to otherwise buy copies of these bulky tomes. There are other issues too. We know of one case where an individual was unable to contest an election due to her name being wrongly entered. Politics needs to be open to the (wo)man on the road, not just to a narrow circle of professional politicians who know how to work the system. At the Central level, New Delhi has undertaken an interesting initiative. It has put out the electoral rolls of select cities on the Net. Goa, or any city or town here, is not among them. Why can't such an initiative be taken though? After all, as we are repeatedly told, this is a small and manageable state. Politicians and political parties in Goa have vitiated the functioning of democracy, and reduced it to merely marking a ballot paper once every five years. Or more frequently, if someone decides to dissolve assembly and go in for a mid-term poll, like Manohar Parrikar did in 2002. Most parties give their voters no say in deciding who runs their party machinery; inner-party democracy is dead. Apart from dividing the populace on the basis of religion, caste or ethnicity, many of our politicians are skilled at playing other games at election time. Splintering the other party's vote, pumping in money and resources, sponsoring 'friendly rivals', and match-fixing cricket-style are only some of these. In the Congress raj, the alleged dependence on bogus voting was also a concern; should we be going the other extreme now? Making sure that everyone has the right to vote is a
[Goanet]NEWS: Goa governor with a difference (Times of India)
http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/cms.dll/html/uncomp/articleshow?msid=280045 Goa governor with a difference SANJAY BANERJEE TIMES NEWS NETWORK[ WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 12, 2003 08:39:41 PM ] PANAJI: Dhoti Kurta and Hindi are not what Goans have been born with. The former Portuguese colony with considerable western influence, finds the Goa Governor Kidar Nath Sahani a trifle anachronistic yet making a quiet impact on the policy formulations of the IIT educated chief minister, Manohar Parrikar. It is not only the attire of the soft-spoken Mr Sahani, whose chaste Hindi makes him distinct in a gathering. His advocacy for taking up work of barber, carpenters, motor repair to the educated youth waiting for jobs, makes many twiddle their thumbs and twitch. With a literacy rate of 82.32 per cent and per capita income of Rs 61,301 per annum, the thrust is on variety jobs abroad, particularly the Gulf and the tourism industry. It is therefore only likely the aspirations of the youth may not match with the septuagenarian Mr Sahani, whose long haul in social life is a story of starting from scratch from undivided India (his birthplace now in Pakistan). But with a skewed income distribution, school and college drop outs and diploma holders waiting in the wings for a government job, the government has underscored the role of industrial training institutes, traditional art and craft, set up handicraft shops, krishi mela finding ways to indulge its people in agriculture. It is my experience in life that what I have been suggesting to the people of Goa is the solution for a long-term sustainable economy. It is a small population with vast resources and yet Goans are slow in picking up opportunities as there is absence of dignity of labour, the governor reiterated during an interaction with the media on completing one year in the gubernatorial post. The governor's insight into the economy gets reinstated by the Census 2001 figures for the state that notes an increase in urban population percentage at 49.77 to the total population. The Census attributes the sudden increase in urban population in the initial years to the liberation of Goa in 1961 resulting in heavy in-migration of labour force. The process since then, say social analysts, has not halted and the port towns of Vasco, Mormugao and commercial hub Margao in South Goa opening up vistas for a floating population that has stayed on. Having played a stellar role in increasing the milk production in Sikkim during his previous posting, the governor would like vast acres of land in Goa too to be developed for augmenting supplies. Says the acting managing director of Goa state cooperative milk producers union limited, Srikant Naik, The Goa dairy supplies 90,000 litres per day of which some 40,000 litres is procured from Maharashtra and Karnataka. There are 15 to 20 different brands supplying around 60,000 to 70,000 litres per day. There is scope for production of another one-lakh litre milk on a daily basis. The governor strongly feels there can still be more income generation and employment, if there is cheap infrastructure (hotels) catering to the domestic tourists around 13 lakh (almost equal to the states' population). With the foreign tourists at around three lakhs, a cross-section of the industry too thinks alike. ## # Send submissions for Goanet to [EMAIL PROTECTED] # # PLEASE remember to stay on-topic (related to Goa), and avoid top-posts # # More details on Goanet at http://joingoanet.shorturl.com/ # # Please keep your discussion/tone polite, to reflect respect to others # ##
[Goanet]Christmas sweet in Toronto (?)
Hi all, Does anyone know of a restaurant or individual in Toronto or 'burbs that I can order Christmas sweets from? I was thinking about stuff like: (not sure about spelling) Kulkuls Neuris Baath Rose Cookies Bebinca Wanted to serve these at some pre wedding social events this Christmas. Alot of the guests aren't Goan, so wanted them to get a taste of the good stuff. Thanks! Kevin ## # Send submissions for Goanet to [EMAIL PROTECTED] # # PLEASE remember to stay on-topic (related to Goa), and avoid top-posts # # More details on Goanet at http://joingoanet.shorturl.com/ # # Please keep your discussion/tone polite, to reflect respect to others # ##
[Goanet]Konkani Mother Tongue
Dear Cecil, Most Census enumerators are doing an additional job with very little additional remuneration. If they listen to the instructions,it is an achievement. If they actually apply them,it is a miracle. Two of these...and truly they would be saints! The standard pattern is: Enumerator: Mother tongue? Respondent: Kitem? Enumerator: Mai bhas tumchi? Respondent: Amchi ? Marathi. The enumerator records it faithfully in his census register sheet. Happy? Regarding the teaching of the State's Official Language[ call it Mother tongue twister], I would strongly recommend that the Karnataka pattern be followed: Single compulsory subject from Std.I to SSC,irrespective of the medium of instruction. When you pass SSC,you still know the language. In Goa you can forget all about it from Std.VIII by opting for Sanskrit,Portuguese,French or Latin as third language. The Board of studies for Konkani at Goa Board of S HS Education has to recommend the change to the Academic Council, the Academic Council to the Board and the Board to the Government. Last time it happened the other way round! The DSE and ABE went by the pedagogy of the mother tongue[which the official language was, and is, NOT ]while most of the schools supported the Action Committee on the Medium of Instruction [ ACMI ] by the back door by shutting down the school doors in support of the agitation in the early 1990s. I had a discussion with the Principal/Headmistress of the school in which my daughter was studying then on the morality of the school's action of having feet in two boats and selling the little students down the river. The poor nun had no courage to reply how the school was open when its doors were closed. The confusion continues. Have a Crackjack or 50.50 or a Coffee Bite! Viva Konkani. Miguel - Original Message - From: Cecil Pinto [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Monday, November 10, 2003 3:04 PM Subject: [aldona-net] Konkani Mother Tongue I must commend Miguel Braganza on his candidness in explaining his family connection with Konkani. Just would like to clarify a few points. MB The medium of instruction throughout my school days was English. Konkani is my Mai bhas...my mother tongue. CP Does anyone know the exact definition of 'mother tongue;' as applied by the Census Board? What are the census takers instructed to explain the term 'mother tongue' as being? My three children have studied texts,environmental science,history and geography in Konkani. At the end of the 'primary section' they are happy to be 'done with' the language. The yougest child is in the fourth standard and is looking forward to the end of his misery[of studying Konkani]. To him it is an oppressive language in an oppressive script. Very well said Miguel!! It is a fact. Almost all the school children I know just wait/waited to get past the fourth standard and this strange Konkani they are forced to study. What is the solution to this? A choice/change of script? Reverting to the 'normal' spoken Konkani with it's various dialects and unnecessarily borrowed words? Any suggestions? Cecil -- --- Outgoing mail is certified Virus Free. Checked by AVG anti-virus system (http://www.grisoft.com). Version: 6.0.530 / Virus Database: 325 - Release Date: 10/22/2003 ## # Send submissions for Goanet to [EMAIL PROTECTED] # # PLEASE remember to stay on-topic (related to Goa), and avoid top-posts # # More details on Goanet at http://joingoanet.shorturl.com/ # # Please keep your discussion/tone polite, to reflect respect to others # ##
[Goanet]CONDOLENCE MEETING IN KUWAIT
CONDOLENCE MEETING IN KUWAIT 10th October 2003 was Goa Day organised by Goan Welfare Society. Santana John Fernandes along with his wife and tiny daughter attended this function and while coming home late in the evening he got massive heart attack. He was rushed to Adan Hospital at about 8.30 p.m. admitted to Intensive Care Unit but never recovered. Doctors did their best but everything failed. Dr. Cherian along with other doctors and nurses tried their best but nothing worked except the will of God which pronounced his death at about 12.45 midnight that is early in the morning on 11th October 2003. John fought against death for 4 hours and finally surrendered to the will of God. May his soul rest in peace and may God give strength and courage to his family to bear this colossal loss. The news of his death next day spread all over Kuwait amongst community members like wild fire saying A Goan attending Goa Day function died and so on and so on. Yesterday 11th of this month was a month completed since he died. In Goa his family offered a Requiem Mass at his village Church Vagator which was concelebrated by Johns friend Fr. Gabriel Dias. In Kuwait City a condolence meeting was held by his admirers, friends and colleagues. He was a great lover of Goa and Konkani so also a great lover of Goan musical art. Not a tiatrist himself performing on the stage yet he loved tiatro and songs. He has the best collection of Konkani Audio Cassettes from the inception till now. He was strong promoter of Konkani art and involved in helping those who approached him for help in promoting this art though silentely but strongly. With me he associated in almost all the activities for the cause of Goa and Konkani during the last one decade. He did so much from behind the curtain yet he never volunteered to take credit for what good job he did. A social worker he would help silently many of the social causes, for the cause of Mother Teresa Mission he was regular donor, yet again silently. He would shun publicity as he was shy of it. He worked for Kuwait Airways during the last 24 years. A very devoted Catholic, a very obedient son to his parents and a very faithful husband to his faithful wife. The condolence meeting was started with a prayer for the dead by Luis Cardoso and first addressed by Albino Fernandes (Church Circle) who in his few words described Johns good qualities in bringing people together by his good deeds towards others. Fidelis Fernandes the President of Konkani Heritage who was away in Goa during the time of Johns death with full of emotions described his and his familys closeness with John and his family. He said in his death he lost a great friend and supporter for the cause of Konkani, Goa and KHK. Fidelis in his eulogy described the funeral of John at Vagator which was attented by a huge crowd including some of the topmost Konkani Stage artistes namely Prince Jacob, Jessie Dias, C. DSilva, Querobina, Ben Evangelisto, Jane (Donalds wife) and others. He also described how Fr. Gabriel while preaching his homily wept and made the congregation also to weep while describing certain best human qualities of John. The finale of the funeral was delivered by Konkani Romansi writer and musician Bonaventure Pietro who while lowering the coffin of John into the grave played on his magnificent Saxaphone a touching melody for about 3 minutes that brought tears on those who attended the funeral said Fidelis. According to Fidelis he never heard so touching musical piece during his life time. The president of Kuwait Konknni Kendr Elvino Rodrigues in his touching but very philosophical speech described Johns contribution towards Konkani cause thru KKK. John was deeply associated with KKK for very long time and volunteered to do anything for it to promote Konkani. Elvino while concluding said it was the duty of all friends and colleagues, so also well wishers to comfort John's wife and daughter so that she can feel that there is somebody who think good of her and her daughter. Renowned actor, director, playwright and songster Rosary Ferns in his speech showed his close relationship with John for the Konkani activities and especially for Tiatro. He said John loved tiatro, John loved tiatrists for this reason he took care of them while many of them many times stayed at his place and did their rehearsals including musical rehearsals. While concluding in memory of John one beautiful Mando Janerak Kazar Mhonn Sangtaloi was rendered by Rosary-Jessie-Sanny whose voices John always admired the most. This Mando was very favourite of John and most of the time he was heard singing this Mando at home. A. Veronica Fernandes compered the proceedings. Those who attended the condolence meeting to pay their homage to John were: Cosme Coelho and his wife, Rosario Desouza his wife Faustina, Hilton Pinto, Luis Cardoso his wife Juliana,
[Goanet]Rape of the Innocents
It is unlikely that there has been a sudden spurt in child abuse this year. The influence of western concepts of sexual perversions through TV and video has been around since the mid 1980s. The good news is that it is getting reported and action is starting in the right direction. We have a long way to go. As the good old Chinese saying goes, A journey of a thousand miles begins with the first step. We have the Goa Children's Act,2003; we have a reconstituted Goa State Women's Commission, we have enlightened parents and NGOs; we do have a more responsive[ Call it 'communal' if you please, but it is more responsive all the same. I dare say that Dr.Celsa Pinto would have dithered, if she had been appointed the Director of Education, where Mr.Ashok Desai has taken a bold action in the instant case.] Government; we have a better administrationand the cases are at least getting registered in the police stations and in the public consciousness. Now is the time to act on the ACT. No,not emotions[ No screaming,Castrate the Rapists !], no press conferences. Just a plain and simple legal process through a 'fast track' children's court. Few quick convictions[ Even a sentence of 1 year simple imprisonment without parole or bail ,if handed down within 3 months of the crime, is better than a life term after 10 years of legal wrangles]. I do believe that the Rules under the Goa Children's Act,2003, will be framed and notified before the year end. We have an administration that can deliver. It must. A test of the strong is the defence of the weak and defenceless child. The Goa Administration cannot afford to fail us here.We want to host IFFI and erect a multiplex; not promote paedophilia and multiple sex. Viva Goa. Miguel Braganza Mapusa. Date: Wed, 12 Nov 2003 12:44:40 +0530 From: Goa Desc [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: [Goanet]Minor girls sexually abused by Goa Govt. primary school teacher. The state government has suspended a primary teacher attached to the Government Primary School at Malpem in Sattari taluka for allegedly sexually abusing girl students of the school in the classroom.The government, meanwhile, directed the Valpoi police to register a case against the teacher. The agitated parents have alleged that their children have informed them that the teacher was asking the boys to go out of the classroom for playing on the ground and thereafter forcing the girls to remove their underwear and touch their private parts. Mr Dessai said the government had put the teacher under suspension and further inquiries would be conducted to prepare a charge sheet against the teacher. - --- Outgoing mail is certified Virus Free. Checked by AVG anti-virus system (http://www.grisoft.com). Version: 6.0.530 / Virus Database: 325 - Release Date: 10/22/2003 ## # Send submissions for Goanet to [EMAIL PROTECTED] # # PLEASE remember to stay on-topic (related to Goa), and avoid top-posts # # More details on Goanet at http://joingoanet.shorturl.com/ # # Please keep your discussion/tone polite, to reflect respect to others # ##
[Goanet]Interesting Situation Vacant advert in Herald
The advert below appeared on 11th November 2003 --- PORTUGUESE passport holder lady required to work as house keeper Indian/ Gujrati family settled in Belgaum. Attractive wages/ perks. Kindly contact 2411985/2410776/Mobile: 09820074652 Belgaum? Huh? ## # Send submissions for Goanet to [EMAIL PROTECTED] # # PLEASE remember to stay on-topic (related to Goa), and avoid top-posts # # More details on Goanet at http://joingoanet.shorturl.com/ # # Please keep your discussion/tone polite, to reflect respect to others # ##
[Goanet]E-Governance or on-line gambling
Dear Eugene, That is interesting news. Our very own Industries Minister is known to be an industrious chap,you bet.If not ,try Super Lotto. No sweat about Ben hosting Babush; must be owing him quite a few favours from the Town Planning Ministry days. Ben has built quite a bit in Goa during the last decade. In the meanwhile, the Chairman of the Mapusa Municiapal Council [currently Babush's fiefdom] and its workers union executive is awaiting the return of Babush to decide whether to file a case against John D'Souza,the husband of Babush's friend-turned-foe-turned-friendbecause they do not know at which turn it now rests. Husbands of foes go to jail;others can be let off with an apology for assaulting a Municipal officer while discharging his official duties. Viva Goa. Miguel Date: Tue, 11 Nov 2003 18:54:18 -0800 (PST) From: Eugene Correia [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: [Goanet]Goa:Waiting for e-governance To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Reply-To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] sorry, it was Ramrao G. Dessai. Checked his visiting card. eugene --- Miguel Braganza [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Dear Eugene, Do you really mean Ramakant Desai or was it somebody else...with Bhupinder Singh Bhalla and Francis 'Babush' D'Souza? Viva Goa Miguel Date: Sun, 9 Nov 2003 20:34:20 -0800 (PST) From: Eugene Correia [EMAIL PROTECTED] E-governance was the subject of discussion during the visit of two Goa minsiters, Francisco D'Souza and Ramakant Desai. They attended some IT meet in Calgary. The ministers were hosted by Ben Saldanha of Saldanha Holidays and Kyle-Sal Resorts at his house. Present was the new minister in the Ontario cabinet, Harinder Thakkar, who heads the transport ministry. He is the first south asian or, more precisely, the first Canadian of Indian origin to be appointed a minister in Ontario. Accompanying the ministers were IT secretary Bhalla and advisor Saraf. Will file a big report later. Eugene Correia. --- Outgoing mail is certified Virus Free. Checked by AVG anti-virus system (http://www.grisoft.com). Version: 6.0.530 / Virus Database: 325 - Release Date: 10/22/2003 ## # Send submissions for Goanet to [EMAIL PROTECTED] # # PLEASE remember to stay on-topic (related to Goa), and avoid top-posts # # More details on Goanet at http://joingoanet.shorturl.com/ # # Please keep your discussion/tone polite, to reflect respect to others # ##
[Goanet]Interesting Matrimonial advert in Herald
The advert below appeared on 9th November 2003 and again on 11th November 2003 --- G.R.C. Spinster 24 years 80kgs B.A. Graduate wants a life partner below 38 years offering Flat Cash and other items Write to ROSE, C/o Postbox 249, Margao. Any comments? ## # Send submissions for Goanet to [EMAIL PROTECTED] # # PLEASE remember to stay on-topic (related to Goa), and avoid top-posts # # More details on Goanet at http://joingoanet.shorturl.com/ # # Please keep your discussion/tone polite, to reflect respect to others # ##
[Goanet]Amcho comedian Jacinto Vaz
You mean to say the song that he performed with his head immersed into a cardboard box designed to be a radio? Kor kor kor kor he attempts to tune up the 'Akaxvani' and sings a marathi? Vasu (tumchea modlo) Did you know that late Jacinto Vaz was the only natural comedian of his era the Goan stage produced? Hence, he was known as Charlie Chaplin of Goan stage! Did you also know that his songs were banned on Goa radio for a brief period because he sang a song on stage criticizing the then MGP government for airing more Marathi programs than Konkani? Domnic Fernandes Dhahran, KSA Want to chat instantly with your online friends? Get the FREE Yahoo! Messenger http://mail.messenger.yahoo.co.uk ## # Send submissions for Goanet to [EMAIL PROTECTED] # # PLEASE remember to stay on-topic (related to Goa), and avoid top-posts # # More details on Goanet at http://joingoanet.shorturl.com/ # # Please keep your discussion/tone polite, to reflect respect to others # ##
[Goanet]Re:Re (Goanet) konknni language
Replying to Joe: Hanv Goeam vetam (= I am going to Goa) Hanv Goeam vochona (= I am not going to Goa). I see no need of using a final *m* after *na*. Jaime de Mello was doing a good job of teaching Konkani to Goans on web. I am glad Joe has taken up the task now! Konknni maim-bhas Joecher aplem besaum ghalum! http://www.geocities.com/Athens/Forum/1503/teo_publ.html AVISO Esta mensagem (incluindo quaisquer anexos) pode conter informação confidencial para uso exclusivo do destinatário. Se não for o destinatário pretendido, não deverá usar, distribuir ou copiar este e-mail. Se recebeu esta mensagem por engano, por favor informe o emissor e elimine-o imediatamente. Obrigado. DISCLAIMER This e-mail (including any attachments) may contain confidential information for exclusive use of its recipient. If you are not the intended recipient you must not use, distribute or copy this e-mail. If you have received this e-mail in error please notify the sender and delete it immediately. Thank you. ## # Send submissions for Goanet to [EMAIL PROTECTED] # # PLEASE remember to stay on-topic (related to Goa), and avoid top-posts # # More details on Goanet at http://joingoanet.shorturl.com/ # # Please keep your discussion/tone polite, to reflect respect to others # ##
[Goanet]Fabian returns home.
Fabian D'Souza was a relatively short man with a frail frame...yet he stood tall in the community of men. He was soft-spoken,kind,witty and a very pleasant person. I knew him for the last three years. I knew he worked at Goa Police HQ,but I never imagined that he was a cop! Actually he was an Inspector of Police...a designation that brings to mind visions of burly,foul-mouthed,rough men in Khaki. He was so far removed from such an image,that it was difficult to believe he was a cop, even at his funeral...except that the Police Brass Band and a large number of cops in uniform,mufti,and civvies were present at the chapel and the cemetery. His schoolmate,collegemate and colleague in the Goa Police,Bosco, shared an anecdote from the Police Academy days. The puny little gentleman cadet Fabian volunteered to run the Marathon race--the whole 28 km. The coach asked him to stop fooling,it was not a race for him.Yet Fabian persisted. On the set day,he was at the starting line. Run he did,the whole hog,and breasted the tape at the finish line. His colleagues ran the last lap with him. Today he had finished another marathon... a marathon fight with cancer...and his colleagues were with him for the last lap. Neighbour,and successor in the post of President of the Sabnis Park Residents' Association,Adv.Ehlrich de Souza had kind words to say about Fabian. He was a good neighbour,a humourous person,a good organizer, a good team leader who kept his team mates with him. No one will dispute these simple facts about Fabian. I remember Fabian's phone calls. While most clients call to get additional jobs done, Fabian called if I had forgotten to collect my payment by the 5th day of the succeeding month. He got the work done,for that was his responsibility to the residents. He ensured that the payment came on time to me. I do hope the Goa Police will ensure likewise that his payments of gratuity,insurance and pension flow to his widow and little children as Fabian had ensured in his life time. Fabian is survided by his wife,Mary, and three little [one of them school going] children.One child is too small for school and the other may never go to a regular school.Aleron,Alston and Valiska need the support that the society can,and should give. An honest police officer does not leave behind a great deal of material wealth...specially when he dies young. Miguel original message. From: Joel. Goacom daily newsclippings PI FABIAN DIES YOUNG: Police Inspector Fabian D'Souza, in-charge of the State Crime Records Bureau, died on Monday, after a prolonged but brave battle against cancer. (H) --- Outgoing mail is certified Virus Free. Checked by AVG anti-virus system (http://www.grisoft.com). Version: 6.0.530 / Virus Database: 325 - Release Date: 10/22/2003 ## # Send submissions for Goanet to [EMAIL PROTECTED] # # PLEASE remember to stay on-topic (related to Goa), and avoid top-posts # # More details on Goanet at http://joingoanet.shorturl.com/ # # Please keep your discussion/tone polite, to reflect respect to others # ##
[Goanet]Football News: Constantine is AFC coach of the month
Constantine is AFC coach of the month November 12, 2003 15:31 IST India's football coach Stephen Constantine has been named Asian Football Confederation Coach of the Month for guiding the Indian team to the silver medal in the inaugural Afro-Asian Games. Iran's Ali Karimi was named October's AFC Player of the Month while Oman won the AFC Team of the Month award. Constantine, a 41-year-old British national, took charge of the Indian team in June 2002 and guided it to a historic triumph in the LG Cup in Vietnam last year. He also coached the India under-18 team, which won the Ian Rush Trophy in Wales in August this year. At the Busan Asian Games last year, India put up a creditable performance, missing a quarter-final berth on goal difference. At the Afro-Asian Games in Hyderabad, from October 24 to November 1, India beat Rwanda 3-1, Malaysia 2-0 and Zimbabwe 5-3 en route to the final before losing to Uzbekistan 0-1, the goal coming in the last minute of the match. Constantine, who has earlier trained the national teams of Cyprus and Nepal, is one of the youngest members of the FIFA Instructors' panel. This is second time an Indian coach has bagged the honour in recent years. Sukhwinder Singh won the award in April 2001 after India upset UAE in the Pre-World Cup qualifiers. PTI ## # Send submissions for Goanet to [EMAIL PROTECTED] # # PLEASE remember to stay on-topic (related to Goa), and avoid top-posts # # More details on Goanet at http://joingoanet.shorturl.com/ # # Please keep your discussion/tone polite, to reflect respect to others # ##
[Goanet]Reply to Noel Noronha
Reply to Noel Noronha Email: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Bab Noel, It was nice to read your posting on goanet, but you should shun away from getting deviated in your writings. Jokes apart, serious matters need serious responses. Your parable was astonishingly good. God bless you and I wish to thank you through this forum for your support and encouragement to me at KGTS. You have not only given me more courage to come out with truth and the only truth but boosted my morale. May God help us to always seek and speak the truth and walk the path of enlightenment. Our doors are always. You are more than welcome to join the Kuwait-Goa Tiatristanchi Sonstha (KGTS). Please contact me on Tel: 3917386, Mob: 9884681 or email: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Our ancestors (Goans tiatrists) are dead and gone. They have fervently prayed that all tiatrists and Goans to unite, but their cries fell on deaf ears. I hope and pray that all Goans throughout the world unit and specially the tiatrist faternity to archive a common platform and raise the Konkani stage to its full glory. I look forward to embrace you in the KGTS fold. Best regards. Francis de Verna President - KGTS __ Do you Yahoo!? Protect your identity with Yahoo! Mail AddressGuard http://antispam.yahoo.com/whatsnewfree ## # Send submissions for Goanet to [EMAIL PROTECTED] # # PLEASE remember to stay on-topic (related to Goa), and avoid top-posts # # More details on Goanet at http://joingoanet.shorturl.com/ # # Please keep your discussion/tone polite, to reflect respect to others # ##
[Goanet]ADIM ani ATAM - Mistake!
Bab Lino, Tuka chodd Deu borem korum tuvem moji chuk sampddaileleak. Moi-mogan, Domnic Fernandes Dhahran, KSA Bab Domnic, Tin Panam nhoim 'Don Panam' Lino/Q8 --- domnic fernandes [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Adim amkam, Bardez-chea Christaum-ank, kosloch vaitt kall eilear, bhavart aslo Sasttikaramcho adhar melltolo mhunnon, punn atam ami chintnanim buddleat, karann Sastticho choddso lok atam mauxi-bhavamchea mogan poddleat. Angasor maka ugddas eta Opinion Poll-acho. Mojean mhunnonk zata ki zori tor Sasttikaranim Tin-Panank moth diunk naslem, zalear aiz ghoddiek ami sezarnimchea tabean aspache. Bardez-an konknnom lok subeij asson eka Christaum umedvarak niullun eunk chodd kottin, vodik korun Siolim constituensin. Heach karannank lagon, Dr. Wildred DSouza, zo vortouta put Anjun-cho, tannem aplem thikannem Congotti korchem poddlelem; atam to Saligao thikannem korun assa! Sasttikarank oxem korunk naka; tannim assa thuimchoruch ravon niullun eunk zata! Tor, mauxi-bhavamche panguek kiteak? Domnic Fernandes Dhahran, KSA _ Protect your PC - get McAfee.com VirusScan Online http://clinic.mcafee.com/clinic/ibuy/campaign.asp?cid=3963 ## # Send submissions for Goanet to [EMAIL PROTECTED] # # PLEASE remember to stay on-topic (related to Goa), and avoid top-posts # # More details on Goanet at http://joingoanet.shorturl.com/ # # Please keep your discussion/tone polite, to reflect respect to others # ##
[Goanet]ADIM ani ATAM!
Adim ilhean (small) bhurgeank bhoroitanam (to feed) ani burghim jeinam zalear mhunim, 'baby eat fast that NONO will come' Atam tohem bhurgheank muntlear thim muntam 'let him come, I want to see him'. Vasu (tumchea modlo) Want to chat instantly with your online friends? Get the FREE Yahoo! Messenger http://mail.messenger.yahoo.co.uk ## # Send submissions for Goanet to [EMAIL PROTECTED] # # PLEASE remember to stay on-topic (related to Goa), and avoid top-posts # # More details on Goanet at http://joingoanet.shorturl.com/ # # Please keep your discussion/tone polite, to reflect respect to others # ##
[Goanet]opportunities for Goans!?
Set below is an article that I came across. On a similar note I suggest all Goans to master their Portuguese and lets get their CPR jobs down to Goa. Vasu (Tumchea Modlo) THE PARTY IS TRULY OVER NOW FOR THE WEST! If you live in a rich nation in the English-speaking world, and most of Your work involves a computer or a telephone, don't expect to have a job in Five years' time. Almost every large company which relies upon remote transactions is starting to dump its workers and hire a cheaper labour forceoverseas. All those concerned about economic justice and the distribution of wealth at home should despair. All those concerned about global justice and the distribution of wealth around the world should rejoice. As we are, by and large, the same people, we have a problem. Britain's industrialisation was secured by destroying the manufacturing capacity of India. In 1699, the British government banned the import of woollen cloth from Ireland, and in 1700 the import of cotton cloth (or calico) from India. 1 Both products were forbidden because they were superior to our own. As the industrial revolution was built on the textiles industry, we could not have achieved our global economic dominance if we had let them in. Throughout the 18th and 19th centuries, India was forced to supply raw materials to Britain's manufacturers, but forbidden to produce competing finished products. 2 We are rich because the Indians are poor. Now the jobs we stole 300 years ago are returning to India. Last week the Guardian revealed that the National Rail Enquiries service is likely to Move to Bangalore, in south-west India. Two days later, the HSBC bank Announced that it is cutting 4000 customer service jobs in Britain, and shifting Them to Asia. BT, British Airways, and six other companies have already Begun to move their call centres to India. The British workers at the end of The line are approaching the end of the line. There is a profound historical irony here. Indian workers can outcompete British workers today because Britain smashed their ability to compete in the past. Having destroyed India's own industries, the East India Company and the colonial authorities obliged its people to speak our language, adopt our working practices and surrender their labour to multinational corporations. Workers in call centres in Germany and Holland are less vulnerable than ours, as Germany and Holland were less successful colonists, with the result that fewer people in the poor world now speak their languages. The impact on British workers will be devastating. Service jobs of the Kind now being exported were supposed to make up for the loss of employment in the manufacturing industries which disappeared overseas in the 1980s and 1990s. The government handed out grants for cyber sweatshops in places whose industrial workforce had been crushed by the closure of mines, shipyards and steelworks. But the companies running the call centres appear to have been testing their systems at government expense before exporting them somewhere cheaper. It is not hard to see why almost all of them have chosen India. The wages Of workers in the service and technology industries there are roughly one Tenth of those of workers in the same sectors over here. Standards of education are high, and almost all educated Indians speak English. While British workers will take call centre jobs only when they have no choice, Indian workers see them as glamorous.3 One technical support company in Bangalore recently advertised 800 jobs. It received 87,000 applications.4 British call centres moving to India can choose the most charming, patient, biddable, intelligent workers the labour market has to offer. There is nothing new about multinational corporations forcing workers in distant parts of the world to undercut each other. What is new is the extent to which the labour forces of the poor nations are also beginning to threaten the security of our middle classes. In August, the Evening Standard came across some leaked consultancy documents suggesting that at least 30,000 executive positions in Britain's finance and insurance industries are likely to be transferred to India Over the next five years.5 In the same month, the American consultants Forrester Research predicted that the US will lose 3.3 million white collar jobs between now and 2015.6 Most of them will go to India. Just over half of these are menial back office jobs, such as taking calls and typing up data. The rest belong to managers, accountants, underwriters, computer programmers, IT consultants, biotechnicians, architects, designers and corporate lawyers.7 For the first time in history, the professional classes of Britain and America find themselves in direct competition with the professional Classes of another nation. Over the next few years, we can expect to encounter a lot less
[Goanet]Ontorraxttrik Kolakoranchea Disak (World Actors Day)
Kuwait-Goa Tiatristanchi Sonvstha korta noman soglea sonsvarachea odik korun Kuwait-Goenchea kolokarank aiz hea Ontorraxttrik Kolakoranchea Disak (Nov. 12) and anvdeta borem ies tanchea vaurak. Art Devachem ek moladik dennem, hem dennem borem vaurak uzar korum-ia. Viva. Kuwait-Goa Dramatists Association hails and salutes all, especially Kuwait-Goan Actors on this World Actors Day (Nov. 12) and wish them all success in their work. Art is a precious gift from God, let us use this gift for good work. Keep up the spirit. Kuwait-Goa Tiatristanchi Sonvstha _ Tired of spam? Get advanced junk mail protection with MSN 8. http://join.msn.com/?page=features/junkmail ## # Send submissions for Goanet to [EMAIL PROTECTED] # # PLEASE remember to stay on-topic (related to Goa), and avoid top-posts # # More details on Goanet at http://joingoanet.shorturl.com/ # # Please keep your discussion/tone polite, to reflect respect to others # ##
[Goanet]Tourists visiting Old Goa only interested in seeing Churches, laments Minister
-- Documented by Goa Desc Resource Centre Ph:2252660 Website: www.goadesc.org Email: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Press Clippings on the web: http://www.goadesc.org/mem/ -- -- Old Goa-Panaji belt to get a face-lift -- The state government has decided to give a major face-lift to the Old Goa -Panaji belt through a project costing around Rs 2 crore, in view of the exposition of St Francis Xavier and the holding of the International Film Festival of India, both of which would be held during the first week of December, next year. The Minister for Revenue, Mr Pandurang Madkaikar, who is the chairperson of the committee appointed to carry out the beautification of the region, along with raising of the necessary infrastructure, informed pressmen that the entire exercise would be carried out by the Goa State Infrastructure Development Corporation and would be completed by November, next year. The committee has the North Goa Collector as its member secretary, while the chief engineer of Public Works Department , a representative of the Department of Town Planning and an official of the Archaeological Department are the members on the panel. The government wants to promote the twin events and hence is interested in improving the surroundings of the Se Cathedral, Basilica of Bom Jesus and other religious houses in Old Goa, he said, pointing out that since most of the Old Goa village has been declared as the conservation zone and the heritage sites are under the jurisdiction of Archaeological Survey of India, developmental activities would be carried out by taking all these aspects into consideration. The work would begin at the Carambolim railway station and extend up to the Kadamba plateau, Mr Madkaikar stated, adding that raising of the infrastructure would include construction of a market complex, provision of parking facilities, upgradation of the existing tourist hotel, widening of roads, raising recreational facilities and conversion of the fish market into a modern structure. In addition, toilets and bathing facilities as well as canteen services would be provided for the devotees visiting the religious houses, during the exposition of St Francis Xavier. In fact, the tourists visiting Old Goa are only interested in seeing the churches and leave the place once the sightseeing is over. It has been observed that no visitor wants to do shopping or make an overnight stay in the village due to lack of facilities, he lamented. Mr Madkaikar also observed that the work of acquisition of land for construction of a by-pass road along the Kadamba plateau was already in progress and once the road is ready, the pressure on the present Old Goa-Panaji road would be greatly reduced. The heavy vehicles would be diverted to this by-pass road, he mentioned. The Chief Minister, Mr Manohar Parrikar recently visited Old Goa and visited different sites to learn about the requirements of the visitors to the place, he said. Mr Madkaikar further informed that the tendering work for repairs of the culvert along the Ribandar Patto has already begun and the actual work is expected to start shortly. The work would be carried out by the Public Works Department, he pointed out. The Navhind Times 12/11/03 page 5 === GOA DESC RESOURCE CENTRE Documentation + Education + Solidarity 11 Liberty Apts., Feira Alta, Mapusa, Goa 403 507 Tel: 2252660 mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] website: www.goadesc.org -- Working On Issues Of Development Democracy === ## # Send submissions for Goanet to [EMAIL PROTECTED] # # PLEASE remember to stay on-topic (related to Goa), and avoid top-posts # # More details on Goanet at http://joingoanet.shorturl.com/ # # Please keep your discussion/tone polite, to reflect respect to others # ##
[Goanet]On 14th Nov.Children's Day FRIDAY BALCAO to discuss child abuse.
- WELCOME TO FRIDAY BALCAO - Dear Cybergaokars on GoaNet, Friday Balcao the fortnightly discussion event to be held on 14th November Children's Day will feature the topic, Child Abuse in Goa: need for a citizens response. As part of a series on public interest issues Friday Balcao will focus on the increase in child abuse cases in Goa and the response of the citizens. The most recent child abuse cases that have been highlighted are those involving the Govt. Primary School students in Malpem, Sattari Taluka and of migrant children in Mapusa. The State now has a legislation, The Goa Children's Act 2003 for which the rules have yet to be framed. There has also been a demand for a State Commission for children. What should be the citizens response to child abuse at home, at school, at work and on the street? Is the apathy of the citizens due to the low level of awareness of children's rights and dignity ? What are the inadequacies of our law enforcing agencies, our educational institutions, our NGO's, our medical system, and also the media in dealing with child abuse cases ? Are religious leaders doing enough to promote sensitivity and respect for children's rights ? Is the easy access to pornographic sites and chat rooms on the Internet fueling child abuse cases? What lessons have been learnt from the Freddy Peats case and other cases registered in various parts of Goa ? Are the Police stations adequately staffed and equipped to handle child abuse cases? Is the Education system contributing positively to reduce such crimes ? Are School Managements, Principals and teachers sensitized enough about child abuse ? What role can citizens play as members of their respective Parents-Teachers Association (PTA's) ? The Balcao discussion will cover these various questions and also evolve an agenda for action by citizens. Those citizens wanting to contribute to the discussion at Friday Balcao are urged to attend the event while those who cannot attend the event may send their views and action plan suggestions by post to FRIDAY BALCAO Post Box 78, Mapusa 403 507 or by email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] Friday Balcao will be from 4pm to 6pm at the Goa Desc Resource Centre No.11 Liberty Apartments Feira Alta, Mapusa and is open to members of the public. Those citizens who would like to receive the regular invitation to Friday Balcao and a one page synopsis of the fortnightly session can subscribe for the same by sending Rs.80/- to cover printing and mailing costs. Interested citizens wanting more information on Friday Balcao can phone on 2252660 best wishes, Roland Martins === GOA DESC RESOURCE CENTRE Documentation + Education + Solidarity 11 Liberty Apts., Feira Alta, Mapusa, Goa 403 507 Tel: 252660 mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] website: www.goadesc.org -- Working On Issues Of Development Democracy === ## # Send submissions for Goanet to [EMAIL PROTECTED] # # PLEASE remember to stay on-topic (related to Goa), and avoid top-posts # # More details on Goanet at http://joingoanet.shorturl.com/ # # Please keep your discussion/tone polite, to reflect respect to others # ##
[Goanet]SNIPPETS: Congress claims govt tapping its office phones...
GOA Congress accuses govt of tapping its office phones Indian Express, India PANAJI, NOVEMBER 10: The ruling BJP and the Opposition Congress in Goa are once again at loggerheads with the Congress accusing the government of tapping its ... http://www.indianexpress.com/full_story.php?content_id=35091 ACC to set up readymix concrete plant in Goa Moneycontrol.com, India ACC has confirmed reports of it having decided to set up a readymix concrete plant at Ponda in Goa, reports bseindia.com. The company ... http://www.moneycontrol.com/news/highlights/newsdetail.php?filename=news2003144616.htm IT'S from Cong to Janta Party for D'mello Times of India, India PANAJI: Congress in Goa suffered a setback, when its State General Secretary Trajan D'mello quit the party to join MP Vijay Mallya-led Janata Party. ... http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/cms.dll/html/uncomp/articleshow?msid=278155 ## # Send submissions for Goanet to [EMAIL PROTECTED] # # PLEASE remember to stay on-topic (related to Goa), and avoid top-posts # # More details on Goanet at http://joingoanet.shorturl.com/ # # Please keep your discussion/tone polite, to reflect respect to others # ##
[Goanet]Did you know that late Jacinto Vaz ......
Did you know that late Jacinto Vaz was the only natural comedian of his era the Goan stage produced? Hence, he was known as Charlie Chaplin of Goan stage! Did you also know that his songs were banned on Goa radio for a brief period because he sang a song on stage criticizing the then MGP government for airing more Marathi programs than Konkani? Domnic Fernandes Dhahran, KSA _ The new MSN 8: advanced junk mail protection and 2 months FREE* http://join.msn.com/?page=features/junkmail ## # Send submissions for Goanet to [EMAIL PROTECTED] # # PLEASE remember to stay on-topic (related to Goa), and avoid top-posts # # More details on Goanet at http://joingoanet.shorturl.com/ # # Please keep your discussion/tone polite, to reflect respect to others # ##
[Goanet]Goan Art on the Net - WebQuest column in Goa Today
Goan Art on the Internet The grand Fontainhas Heritage Festival (archived at www.goaheritage.org/events_fountainhasfest.htm ) has sparked off a renewed interest in Goan Art. Here's a synopisis of what's available for lovers of Goan Art on the Internet. Official Sites The Goa Tourism website (www.goatourism.nic.in/fcolart.htm) has this to say about Goan Art Goan art colourfully illustrates the unity in diversity of Goan heritage. Various art forms pertaining to different religious beliefs and life styles have mingled into one unique identity that has developed into Goan art. Thus we find Hindu artists chiseling out Christian images in villages and cities. Goan art, developed around religious requirements, represents this process of assimilation, interdependence and mutual acceptability. The official website of Kala Academy (www.kalaacademy.org) says The changing colors of history have left their multiple shades on the Goan life. And folk art has not been an exception to it. The traditional folk music and dances have continued uninterruptedly, while the influence of the Portuguese music and dance on the local culture has helped to evolve new forms. This happy blending and co-existence of cultural traditions gives Goa unique character. It is in this context that the Academy's aims, objects and activities are directed at fostering and developing dance, drama, music, literature and other arts and also promoting through them the cultural unity. The Goa State Museum is featured at http://goamuseum.nic.in/. The museum at present has the collection of about 8000 objects, which includes Stone Sculptures, Wooden objects, Bronzes, Paintings, Manuscripts, numismatic collection, anthropological objects, clay models etc. Many of these objects are viewable at the site though there is not much descriptive text. All time greats The historical development of Goa has dictated the predominance of different art forms and the diverse influence of Greco-Latin art and the indigenous Goan culture has found a combined expression in the paintings of contemporary artists from Goa. www.indiaprofile.com/art-crafts/goa-artists.htm has an interesting profile of two great Goan artists Laxaman Pai Francis Newton D'Souza. Pai is strongly attached to his environment. He finds in nature and its creation a perennial source of inspiration. Goa, its verdant landscapes, its joyful, fun-loving people, its culture of colorful festivals have probably spoken through his cheerful carefree style. He constantly returns to his native land for symbols of expression The influence of Goan culture has found its place in Souza's work in a number of ways. Natives of Goa, fisherwomen, children, priests have all been subjects in his paintings. The churches and homes of Goa in his landscapes. On a different plane, primitive Goan traditions and beliefs have been used as symbols to express a spiritual conflict. . A profile of Francis Newton D'Souza by by Joel D'Souza Alexyz can be found at www.goacom.com/goanow/2002/apr/greatgoa.html. Reminiscences of an interview by Ben Antao with D'Souza 40 years ago are archived at www.colaco.net/1/BenFN.htm Contemporary Art Collectives The Goan Art Forum - an artist collective, constituted of artists, art educators and art theoreticians - were perhaps the first to showcase their works on the Net (http://www.goenkar.com/com/gaf/). Consisting of some extremely talented Goan artists, The Goan Art Forum was very active in the promotion of Goan Art in the 1990's. Unfortunately one doesn't hear much about their activities now. Last year Cymroza Art Gallery in Mumbai had an exhibition of Goan Art. At www.cymroza.com/Goa/about.htm one can find small profiles of the artists who exhibited. Though some nitpickers may question the 'Goan-ness' of some of these artists it does have some big names from the Goan Contemporary Art world - Subodh Kerkar, Harshada Kerkar, Viraj Naik, Santosh Morajkar, Sonia Rodrigues Sabharwal, Sajal Sarkar, Chaitali Morajkar, Pradip Naik, Sonja Weder, Theodore Mariano Mesquita, Shireen Mody, Liesl Cotta De Souza Querozito De Souza. The notably well designed www.arthouse-india.com/htmpg/artists.htm features interesting profiles and works of many noteworthy Goan artists who have exhibited in the ArtHouse India gallery at Calangute. The concept is kept very simple: the exhibits are contemporary art... paintings, drawings, art photography, video art, installations and sculptures, mainly by Indian artists Individual pages Mario Miranda has been profiled by Wellington Dias at http://www.goa-world.net/cartoons/mariomiranda/. Mario Miranda, in my opinion, is a living legend and needs no introduction from me. One only wishes he would have a website of his own where we could all appreciate his genius. As in the print media, Mario's cartoons have been used to embellish many websites but rarely with his official permission. I spoke with
[Goanet]KITEM MHOZO FUDDAR? audio CD released in Kuwait
KITEM MHOZO FUDDAR? Another milestone in Konkani world Mario de Majorda has done it once again. His 3rd Konkani Audio Album titled KITEM MHOZO FUDDAR? released during the Goa Day celebrations at the Indian Arts Circle says it all. A masala mix of fun, frolic, emotions, and morals packed to the extreme with the soulful singing of the versatile artists of the Konkani Stage makes KITEM MHOZO FUDDAR? a package of mega-entertainment. The album produced by Manfa Music features topmost artists namely Jose Rod, Felcy, Roshan, Master Jonathan and Mario rendering 8 songs, while the cronies Comedian Domnic, Comedian Agostinho and Comedianne Janet dish out nut-cracking jokes. The musical score by Pravin Naik is par excellence adding glorifying effect to the album. The opening song Bhurguem sung by Super Star of Konkani Stage, Jose Rod, has a heart touching story. Jose Rod, an eminent personality of the Konkani Stage in his god-gifted unique style of singing has done full justice to both his songs Bhurguem and Ghorkarn. The indomitable Pearl of Konkani stage, Felcy, once again surpasses her previous credits with her duet Loz and Trio Serial. The doyen of trendy songs, Roshan has come up with all trumps with her solo Ghorkar. Niropradhi a solo sung by Mario de Majorda leaves you inspired with moralistic values in life. Comedian Domnic, at his usual best, with Master Jonathan portrays the effect of Internet on the young generation. But the gem of the whole album is the title song Kitem mhozo fuddar a classic narration of the fate of children of broken families. Brilliantly worded by Mario de Majorda, the song attacks the root causes corroding our society values and flays couples divorcing defying the institution of matrimony. Soulfully sung by Master Jonathan enthuses everyone demanding an answer for the question Kitem mhozo fuddar? Do you have time for little wit and humour? Comedian Domnic, Comedian Agostinho and Comedianne Janet are here just for that. Four intermediate nutty, witty, humourous and rib-tickling jokes leave you chuckling for more. Thats mega entertainment for you from KITEM MHOZO FUDDAR. A real paisa vasool. Augusto / Gracy / Adela / Gaynelle Ribandar-Goa (Kuwait) _ Add photos to your messages with MSN 8. Get 2 months FREE*. http://join.msn.com/?page=features/featuredemail ## # Send submissions for Goanet to [EMAIL PROTECTED] # # PLEASE remember to stay on-topic (related to Goa), and avoid top-posts # # More details on Goanet at http://joingoanet.shorturl.com/ # # Please keep your discussion/tone polite, to reflect respect to others # ##
[Goanet]AICHEA DISSAK CHINTOP!
Amchi jib zaun assa ekuch athiar zacho jitlo upeog zata, titli tachi dhar vaddtta Domnic Fernandes Dhahran, KSA _ MSN 8 with e-mail virus protection service: 2 months FREE* http://join.msn.com/?page=features/virus ## # Send submissions for Goanet to [EMAIL PROTECTED] # # PLEASE remember to stay on-topic (related to Goa), and avoid top-posts # # More details on Goanet at http://joingoanet.shorturl.com/ # # Please keep your discussion/tone polite, to reflect respect to others # ##
[Goanet]Re (Goanet) konknni language
Firstly, there seems to be a confusion.. '..you must be a bastard..' these are the exact words taken from the song by Alfred Rose. It was further explained (in the song) 'bastard' means a person without mother and father. The word is commonly used now a days even in the Indian movies (perhaps, in Goan Tiatr too). And at this side of the world, it is like a greeting word as in Hi, Hello etc. It seems, even Indians in India now are broad minded than Indians in western countries who are narrow minded? Above was one of the several postings of mine on konkani.. Secondly, it also appears that attempts are made to pin-point spelling mistakes. Romi Konkani is written differently by different persons, I guess, it is all acceptable so long as the reader knows what the writer trying to say. e.g. God = Dev, Deu, Deo etc all these word sound nearly same hence acceptable. In konkani, there are no silent letters as in H P etc in English. In konkani, when 2 letters (Consonant + Vowel) put together it must necessarily sound more or less the same. e.g. English: To = too, Do = doo but Go=go (and not goo). The same in konkani would become: To= to (as in THOrn), Do=do (as DO re mi fa) Go=go (as in GOssip or GOspel/ or just GO same in Eng.). But exact konkani pronunciation of the above Eng.word viz TO, DO GO would be TTU, DDU GO respectively.. Sometimes letter K is substituted by letter C or vice versa which means the same. e.g. konkani = Concanim Now coming to the word 'Goemkar' or 'Goenkar'. How one would translate 'Mother' into Konkani? will it be 'Mai' (= month of May in konkani?), will it be 'Main' (=MAIN moje filoz keleai goddache ?) or Maim? This is enough for today. Here is some home work for you.. Translate the foll. English line into Konkani: 'I AM GOING TO GOA' sounds very simple, is it? Please post you homework on to GOANET or mail me privately. Also read at home the Posting on 'THEY WALK THE TALK' page no 007017 Goanet Archive or click link below. http://www.goanet.org/pipermail/goanet/2003-November/007017.html Note: I am not a konkani scholar, I could be wrong too, let's leave it to the experts. Thanks for your time. joe Want to chat instantly with your online friends? Get the FREE Yahoo! Messenger http://mail.messenger.yahoo.co.uk ## # Send submissions for Goanet to [EMAIL PROTECTED] # # PLEASE remember to stay on-topic (related to Goa), and avoid top-posts # # More details on Goanet at http://joingoanet.shorturl.com/ # # Please keep your discussion/tone polite, to reflect respect to others # ##
[Goanet]Goa:Waiting for e-governance
sorry, it was Ramrao G. Dessai. Checked his visiting card. eugene --- Miguel Braganza [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Dear Eugene, Do you really mean Ramakant Desai or was it Khalap...before his fall from IT and Govt.? Or was it somebody else...with Bhupinder Singh Bhalla and Francis 'Babush' D'Souza? Viva Goa Miguel Date: Sun, 9 Nov 2003 20:34:20 -0800 (PST) From: Eugene Correia [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: [Goanet]Goa: Waiting for e-governance? Reply-To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] E-governance was the subject of discussion during the visit of two Goa minsiters, Francisco D'Souza and Ramakant Desai. Both were in Toronto after visiting Calgary, Montreal and Ottawa. They attened some IT meet in Calgary. The ministers were hosted by Ben Saldanha of Saldanha Holidays and Kyle-Sal Resorts at his house. Present was the new minister in the Ontario cabinet, Harinder Thakkar, who heads the transport ministry. He is the first south asian or, more precisely, the first Canadian of Indian origin to be appointed a minister in Ontario. Accompanying the ministers were IT secretary Bhalla and advisor Saraf. Will file a big report later. Eugene Correia. --- Outgoing mail is certified Virus Free. Checked by AVG anti-virus system (http://www.grisoft.com). Version: 6.0.530 / Virus Database: 325 - Release Date: 10/23/2003 ## # Send submissions for Goanet to [EMAIL PROTECTED] # # PLEASE remember to stay on-topic (related to Goa), and avoid top-posts # # More details on Goanet at http://joingoanet.shorturl.com/ # # Please keep your discussion/tone polite, to reflect respect to others # ## __ Do you Yahoo!? Protect your identity with Yahoo! Mail AddressGuard http://antispam.yahoo.com/whatsnewfree ## # Send submissions for Goanet to [EMAIL PROTECTED] # # PLEASE remember to stay on-topic (related to Goa), and avoid top-posts # # More details on Goanet at http://joingoanet.shorturl.com/ # # Please keep your discussion/tone polite, to reflect respect to others # ##
[Goanet]Football News: India discard Rajat proves a point
India discard Rajat proves a point The Telegraph, Calcutta FROM A CORRESPONDENT New Delhi: An elated Salgaocar goalkeeper Rajat Ghosh Dastidar took a dig at national coach Stephen Constantine, whilst being lifted sky-high by his jubilant teammates after Mondays Durand Cup final. I dont know why I have been dropped from the national team. I am playing at my best at the moment. Later, he said: This is the second best moment of my life. The best was when we won the LG Cup in Vietnam. This is the second time Rajat has won the Durand Cup after the triumph with Mohun Bagan in 2000. I left Calcutta to continue my career and I am grateful to Salgaocar for giving me a chance and I am glad I could repay them. India midfielder Jatin Bisht, who shot over the third try for Salgaocar in the tie-breaker, said: When I missed I was jittery and felt we would lose. But I had confidence in Rajat and felt that my teammates would score and make up for my loss. Luckily everything went fine. Salgaocar coach Savio Madeira said: When Bisht missed, my hopes sunk and I said a quiet prayer. Talking about his plan, Savio said: Our aim was to block East Bengals thrust from the flanks. We did that, preventing attacks from either their wingers or their wing-backs. Commenting on the match, Madeira said it was an open game. East Bengal had the better chances but we held on and our plan clicked. Our midfield worked tirelessly and full marks must go to them for our success. Livid at the missed opportunities by his strikers, East Bengal coach Subash Bhowmick said: We did everything right but score. You cannot win matches if you do not score. He was criticised by some for listing Bhaichung Bhutia among the five shooters in the tie-breaker as the Indian skipper had missed a penalty in the Super League final play-off against Mohun Bagan. He retorted: Senior players have to take responsibility. Talking about his plan, Bhowmick said: All my plans worked. I used Debjit (Ghosh) as sweeper for the first time and he played well. Suley Musah and Sasthi Duley did their job as markers. We prevented Salgaocar from taking any serious tries at our goal and curbed their mobility in midfield. The only thing that we did not do properly was converting our chances. Overall I am happy with my teams performance. We did everything right, played according to plan, but did not convert the easy chances we got. Commenting on the free-kick conceded, Bhowmick said: It was a lack of concentration on part of Sur Kumar. He had two opportunities to clear the ball and needlessly fouled an opponent. The referee denied us a penalty, early in the match. Had we scored then, we would have won easily. In fact Rajat should have been shown the red card for bringing down Okoro in the box just as he was about to score. This was the turning point of the match. ## # Send submissions for Goanet to [EMAIL PROTECTED] # # PLEASE remember to stay on-topic (related to Goa), and avoid top-posts # # More details on Goanet at http://joingoanet.shorturl.com/ # # Please keep your discussion/tone polite, to reflect respect to others # ##
[Goanet]Golf News: Atwal chases American dream
Atwal chases American dream November 11, 2003 16:25 IST Arjun Atwal is shooting for more golf history. He hopes to become the first player from India to play full-time on the elite US PGA Tour. On Sunday, the Indian star claimed a thrilling one-stroke victory at the Hero Honda Masters on home soil to become the first player to surpass US$1 million in career earnings on the Asian PGA Tour. Atwal is exempted into Stage Two of the US Qualifying School and will tee off at St Augustine, Florida from November 19-22. The all-important final stage will be held from December 3-8. I've always wanted to play professional golf in America. That's where all the action is, said Atwal, who attended high school in New York and who still has a home in Long Island. I'm really happy with my game right now. I'm striking the ball well and winning on Sunday has given me a lot of confidence. I'll take that with me to America. Having achieved the milestone of becoming the first Asian to win a million dollars is nice but what matters more is the fact that I won, added the Indian, who has now accumulated US$1,016,352 on the Asian PGA circuit. The Hero Honda Masters victory, his sixth title on the Asian PGA circuit, was worth US$48,450 and raised his season's earnings to US$282,193. The Indian ace is now US$126,624 ahead of second-placed China's Zhang Lian-wei, who has a chance to narrow the gap at this week's Volvo China Open which Atwal is skipping. There are four events remaining on the Asian PGA Tour this season. Asian PGA Executive Director Ramlan Haron hailed Atwal's feat. It is a great achievement for Arjun which will go down as one of our great moments on Tour. It is also another endorsement of how the Asian PGA Tour has helped develop the careers of Asia's rising stars. Over the years, we have continuously provided players with a platform to launch their careers where they can now play in tournaments with good prize-money. It's a pleasure to welcome Arjun as the first member of the Asian PGA Tour Million Dollar Club. Topping the Asian PGA Tour money ranking this season will also help realize one of Atwal's ambitions of playing in a Major. I have not played in a Major, says Atwal. If I win the Order of Merit, I would get into the British Open and I'm hoping to do that. If he qualifies for the US Qualifying School Final Stage, Atwal will be available to play in only the season-ending Volvo Masters of Asia in Thailand from December 11-14. I'll definitely be at the Volvo event as I want to wrap up the merit title, he said. Last season, Atwal became the first Indian to win on the European Tour when he clinched victory in the Caltex Singapore Masters, presented by Carlsberg. He followed that up with an equally impressive triumph at the European Tour-sanctioned Carlsberg Malaysian Open in February where he held off South African Retief Goosen in the final round. He played regularly on the European Tour this season where he finished 63rd on the Order of Merit with approximately US$387,000 in winnings. But by next year, he hopes to be taking on the likes of Tiger Woods, Ernie Els and Vijay Singh on a weekly basis in America. Asian PGA Tour Order of Merit Top 20 POS PLAYER WINNINGS (US$) 1. Arjun Atwal (IND)282,193.58 2. Zhang Lian-Wei (CHN) 155,569.58 3. Thongchai Jaidee (THA) 138,786.69 4 Brad Kennedy (AUS)128,808.50 5. Chung Joon (KOR) 104,019.18 6. Thammanoon Srirot (THA) 97,077.59 7. Simon Yates (SCO) 93,356.19 8. Thaworn Wiratchant (THA) 87,765.87 9. Lin Wen-ko (TPE) 85,187.47 10. Rick Gibson (CAN)81,700.07 11. Shin Yong-jin (KOR) 74,613.00 12. Ted Purdy (USA) 72,580.00 13. Daniel Chopra (SWE) 69,793.45 14. Amandeep Johl (IND) 68,330.80 15. Prayad Marksaeng (THA) 67,030.71 16. Mike Cunning (USA) 61,753.57 17. Arjun Singh (IND)60,727.95 18. Ted Oh (KOR) 49,625.67 19. Chawalit Plaphol (THA) 47,975.31 20. Jyoti Randhawa (IND) 47,613.89 ## # Send submissions for Goanet to [EMAIL PROTECTED] # # PLEASE remember to stay on-topic (related to Goa), and avoid top-posts # # More details on Goanet at http://joingoanet.shorturl.com/ # # Please keep your discussion/tone polite, to reflect respect to others # ##
[Goanet]Goan and don't know Konkani?
Subject: [Goanet]Re (Goanet) Goan and dont know Konkani? Reply-To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Response to Joe from UK: Good Goans (who know or do not know konknni) are polite to know how to use civil words and carry on a well-mannered conversation. That's what Goan mothers teach their kids. Instead of providing lame excuses (entirely different context .) why don't you be gracious enough to apologize to the cyberGoans for your poor judgment! Is it too much to ask? You can even apologize in poetic Konknni or 'at least one line of Konknni'.:)) Joe from UK writes: When Goemkar's turn comes, he said 'I cant sing because I don't know konkani' (if you don't know your native language) then you must be a bastard said the others. RESPONSE: Way too harsh I believe. I haven't heard our Goan M.P. in the U.K. speak Konkani, for that matter the Present President of the Goan Association (U.K.) would hard presssed to say a few words in Konkani. This does not make them un-Goans. Cheers, Gabe Menezes. Response: Firstly, a reference is made to an entirely different context above. Secondly, I am sure they know at least one line of konkani song/s e.g. Dol mojea bai..., Undhir mojea mama...etc etc and that was all expected from the Goemkar at the get together (ref. Alfred Rose song). Who knows? Like many other Goemkars here, he too must felt ashamed to speak or sing in konkani. joe ## # Send submissions for Goanet to [EMAIL PROTECTED] # # PLEASE remember to stay on-topic (related to Goa), and avoid top-posts # # More details on Goanet at http://joingoanet.shorturl.com/ # # Please keep your discussion/tone polite, to reflect respect to others # ##
[Goanet]Minor girls sexually abused by Goa Govt. primary school teacher.
-- Documented by Goa Desc Resource Centre Ph:2252660 Website: www.goadesc.org Email: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Press Clippings on the web: http://www.goadesc.org/mem/ -- --- Sattari teacher suspended for sexually abusing minor girls --- The state government has suspended a primary teacher attached to the Government Primary School at Malpem in Sattari taluka for allegedly sexually abusing girl students of the school in the classroom.The government, meanwhile, directed the Valpoi police to register a case against the teacher. The education director, Mr Ashok Desai told The Navhind Times that he had conducted an inspection of the school and met parents and students in connection with the complaint from agitated parents. After ascertaining the facts, Mr Dessai said he had placed the teacher under suspension. Mr Desai said he had visited Sattari taluka to inaugurate the mid-day meal programme this morning and also visited the school to ascertain the facts behind the complaint. He said immediately after the inaugural function, a group of agitated parents and residents of Malpan, Sattari surrounded him and submitted a written complaint against the teacher. The Malpem residents in their complaint alleged that the teacher in question attached to the government primary school has been misbehaving with the female students studying under him. The agitated parents have alleged that their children have informed them that the teacher was asking the boys to go out of the classroom for playing on the ground and thereafter forcing the girls to remove their underwear and touch their private parts. Besides, the parents also alleged that the teacher was a maniac and was threatening to beat the girls if they complained against him to their parents. The whole incident came to light, Mr Dessai said, when a student of Class III refused to visit the teacher's residence on November 10. The girl had informed her parents that the teacher had called her at his residence and expressed the fear that the teacher would beat her. The little girl also refused to go to school and narrated the details about the teacher's misbehaviour with the girls.When persistently inquired by the parents the girl revealed that she was being sexually molested by the primary teacher regularly in the class. Mr Dessai said after conducting preliminary investigation into the alleged sexual harassment to the girl students, he found that the teacher involved was guilty of the heinous crime. Accordingly he said he had forwarded his report to the government. Mr Dessai said the government had put the teacher under suspension and further inquiries would be conducted to prepare a charge sheet against the teacher. --- The Navhind Times 12/11/03 page 1 --- === GOA DESC RESOURCE CENTRE Documentation + Education + Solidarity 11 Liberty Apts., Feira Alta, Mapusa, Goa 403 507 Tel: 2252660 mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] website: www.goadesc.org -- Working On Issues Of Development Democracy === ## # Send submissions for Goanet to [EMAIL PROTECTED] # # PLEASE remember to stay on-topic (related to Goa), and avoid top-posts # # More details on Goanet at http://joingoanet.shorturl.com/ # # Please keep your discussion/tone polite, to reflect respect to others # ##
