[Goanet-News] Goanet Reader: Arabian Sea could turn into chimney for nitrous oxide (interview by Devika Sequeira, Deccan Herald)
http://www.GOANET.org International Cuisine Conference on Traditional Asian Diet Panaji, Goa, September 2-5, 2007 - http://www.indologygoa.in Online Media Partner: http://www.goanet.org Interview in Deccan Herald Sept 4, 2007 Arabian Sea could turn into chimney for nitrous oxide If the present warming trend continues, it would have far-reaching consequences on the ecosystem of the Arabian Sea, says biological oceanographer Joaquim Goes. The increasing meltdown of snow cover over the Himalayas and the warming of the Eurasian landmass have triggered rapid and profound changes in the Arabian Sea. Over the past seven years, the western half of the Arabian Sea has witnessed record increases in phytoplankton, which can cause oxygen depletion below the surface waters. If the present warming trend continues, it would have far-reaching consequences on the ecosystem of the Arabian Sea, says biological oceanographer Joaquim Goes. A senior researcher at the Bigelow Laboratory for Ocean Sciences, Maine, USA, Goa-born Goes is part of an eight-member research team from the US, India and Oman on the NASA-funded project Climate Change and its impact on the ecosystem of the Arabian Sea. On a cruise off the coast of Goa, Goes spoke to Devika Sequeira of Deccan Herald about the findings of the study so far. Excerpts: Melting snow cover in the Himalayas is altering the ocean food chain in the Arabian Sea. Can you explain the correlation? The Arabian Sea is a tropical ocean ecosystem, where phytoplankton photosynthesis and growth is largely dependent on the availability of adequate amount of nutrients. The nutrients are made available by oceanographic processes, which help churn the water column and transport nutrient rich water from the deep ocean to the upper sunlight layers where phytoplankton are usually found. In the Arabian Sea, this mixing of nutrient-rich waters is driven primarily by the monsoon winds, whose intensity is dependent on the pressure gradient that develops between the Arabian Sea and the Indian sub-continent. The development of this pressure gradient is largely regulated by the size of the snow caps over the Himalayan-Tibetan Plateau. Over the past few years the snow caps have been shrinking at a very alarming rate. There are now clear indications that the glaciers on the Himalayan-Tibetan mountain range are retreating at a very rapid rate, as a result of global warming, which is altering the pressure gradient between the sea and the land causing the monsoon winds to intensify. Your study shows that phytoplankton concentrations in the western Arabian Sea have increased by over 350 per cent over the past 7 years. Is there enough evidence to link this to large fish kills off the coast of Oman? Pollution, toxic algae or fish diseases are the common means that can cause massive fish die-offs in coastal ecosystems. At present we have no evidence to support the notion that any of these factors are responsible for fish mortality off Oman. On the other hand, the die-offs have consistently been observed in conjunction with the appearance of oxygen-poor seawater at the surface. Our hypothesis is that the dramatic increase in phytoplankton biomass in the Arabian Sea, witnessed over the past few years, is in excess of the amount that can be eaten by higher organisms in the food chain. Consequently, a large amount of organic matter, being produced by phytoplankton in the sunlit layers, sinks out of the water column into the deep unconsumed. Here bacterial breakdown of these sinking material results in a rapid reduction in oxygen to concentrations that will not allow fish to survive. The creation of nitrous oxide in the Arabian Sea could exacerbate climate change, your study says. What would be its effects on India? Nitrous oxide is a green house gas that is over 400 times more potent than carbon dioxide. If the biological productivity in the Arabian Sea continues to increase, the sea would start losing even more oxygen and its permanent oxygen minimum zone could start to spread. The Arabian Sea is one of the few oceans that have a permanent oxygen minimum zone. This zone is favourable to the formation of nitrous oxide (laughing gas). There is a possibility that the Arabian Sea could become a sort of a chimney for this gas that could exacerbate the warming trend and the melting of the Himalayan snow caps. Can you spell out the possible consequences of this? Since the Himalayan snow caps are integral to the Indian monsoon system, any further reduction in winter-time and increase in ambient temperatures would make our monsoons even more erratic. Each year floods and droughts will become more commonplace. Without doubt, cyclone
Re: [Goanet] Feni export
http://www.GOANET.org International Cuisine Conference on Traditional Asian Diet Panaji, Goa, September 2-5, 2007 - http://www.indologygoa.in Online Media Partner: http://www.goanet.org --- Eugene Correia [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: In 1988, the GOA tried to get some feni for the Goan International Convention on a special basis. The then Goa CM Proto Barbosa, who was visiting Toronto some months before the convention, promised to help. As expected the promise was never kept. Eugene, I think Barbosa was CM in 1990, not 1988. I could be wrong. George
Re: [Goanet] Quiz (monday-muse)
http://www.GOANET.org International Cuisine Conference on Traditional Asian Diet Panaji, Goa, September 2-5, 2007 - http://www.indologygoa.in Online Media Partner: http://www.goanet.org Was it Hamid Sayani the guy who compered the Binaca Hit Parade or his brother Amin Sayani who was a deejay-mc of equal fame... Roland. On 9/4/07, Bosco D'Mello [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: RESPONSE: Pravin, while Basu and O'Brien are visual personalities of contemporary times, do you or anybody recall the voice that made Cadbury Bournvita Quiz Contest synonymous on AIR-Mumbai - Sundays at 1:30pm in the 70s, 80s ? As always, your thought provoking Monday-musings on Sunday nights are errr.. thought-provoking!! Thank you.
[Goanet] Goa Sudharop: Half Marathon in California
http://www.GOANET.org International Cuisine Conference on Traditional Asian Diet Panaji, Goa, September 2-5, 2007 - http://www.indologygoa.in Online Media Partner: http://www.goanet.org Dear Friends and Well Wishers, I am writing to solicit your support for my race at the upcoming Rock Roll ½ marathon on October 14th, 2007 in San Jose, California. I have committed to run this event for worthy causes under the auspices of Goa Sudharop - a tax exempt charitable organization with 501c3 status, focused and dedicated towards the preservation of the environment and Goa's natural beauty, and the betterment of the unfortunate and underprivileged in the rural and village communities of Goa. Please visit www.goasudharop.org for more information. My personal goal at the time of registration was 120 minutes. But as Murphy would have it I find myself dogged by knee pains with just as many diagnosis - chondro-malacia, bursites, torn meniscus etc, as the physicians and therapist consulted. However the cause is too compelling and the need too dire and my challenge, as with everything else in life, is to find the right balance as I train to the finish line. Goa Sudharop has dedicated this year for the Environment. Many of us are painfully aware of the pillaging of land by corporations and corrupt politicians that threatens to forever tarnish this natural beauty and the myriad challenges faced on the environmental front. It cries out for grass roots level mobilization to thwart such gross violations of the law and the mindless greed of trusted custodians and the reckless and utter disregard to preservation of our environment. I am dedicating my run to Goa Sudharop's mission in general and also to Helping Hands a shelter in a remote village for the homeless, the destitute and impoverished fellow citizens. I was painfully aware of and had felt first hand the need to pursue this for quite sometime. But I found myself taking cover under good excuses of lack of time or the personal resolve to get it underway, until my visit to Goa this summer. I am greatly inspired and humbled by the selfless and admirable work of the members of Goa Sudharop as well as the pioneers of Helping Hands. I have firm conviction that with your support I will be able to surmount the obstacles and do the best I can towards these goals. I appreciate your help in any or all shape or form: - A tax deductible donation made out to Goa Sudharop for my run - Tips on training - Injury prevention / recovery. - Running strategy etc. I greatly appreciate your support and sincerely thank you all in advance. Please feel free to forward this on as you deem fit to anyone passionate about supporting the cause. I pledge to personally match every dollar upto $1000 that you pledge in support of my race. I will keep you posted on the outcome after the race on October 14th. Sincerely, Neufito P.S. Please make your Tax Deductible donation checks payable to Goa Sudharop, with my name on the memo line and mail them to the address below or hand them in person: Goa Sudharop c/o Acaria Almeida, Treasurer 18 Wimpole street Moraga, CA, 94556 Also please email Acaria at [EMAIL PROTECTED] so she can keep track of total donations (and cc [EMAIL PROTECTED])
Re: [Goanet] Vietnam shows how.
http://www.GOANET.org International Cuisine Conference on Traditional Asian Diet Panaji, Goa, September 2-5, 2007 - http://www.indologygoa.in Online Media Partner: http://www.goanet.org Eat your heart out !! CORNEL DACOSTA wrote: Hi Eric Try as we may, my friends and I can't figure out what message you are trying to convey in what seems to be a rather disjointed and incoherent post (retained in its entirety) below. However, as we are dying to understand you, please can you provide some clarification? Thanking you in anticipation Cornel DaCosta, Kunbi Vaddo, London, UK.
[Goanet] Favour requested from anyone from Tivim-Bodium?
http://www.GOANET.org International Cuisine Conference on Traditional Asian Diet Panaji, Goa, September 2-5, 2007 - http://www.indologygoa.in Online Media Partner: http://www.goanet.org Dear Goanetters, A friend of mine, Mr. Angelo Borges, Senior Vice Principal of St. Paul's High School, Karachi, Pakistan is trying to get in touch with his aunt and her family in Thivim-Bodium who he last met in 1961 while on a trip to Goa. Their names are Mrs. Emy Lobo, Aeermil Lobo and Anthony (Tony) Lobo. He believes that a Mrs. Romana Moraal (or Morai) ( Lorie) of Thivim-Bodium, Bardez Goa may know of them. He requests if someone could contact them and forward their Telephone No. and/or email address to the undersigned as letters have gone un-answered. Many thanks for your kindness. Michael Ali Karachi, Pakistan
[Goanet] Cousins Anton and Pedro get answers at IGO meeting of August 26th 2007
http://www.GOANET.org International Cuisine Conference on Traditional Asian Diet Panaji, Goa, September 2-5, 2007 - http://www.indologygoa.in Online Media Partner: http://www.goanet.org Hello All, Cousins Anton and Pedro get answers at IGO meeting Just under 100 people with a host of real estate, property management, and investment issues on their mind attended the International Goan Organization (IGO) of Ontario meeting on August 26, 2007. Cellie Gonsalves, Director of the IGO reviewed the Best of Both Worlds project which dealt with seven major issues facing Goans living in Canada, namely Land Property Disputes; Property Management; Buying, Selling Leasing Real Estate; Estate Taxation; Investing in India; Discrimination against Goans born in Pakistan and Grievances of NRGs and Information Center. Action taken in dealing with all these issues by the IGO and the Commissioner for NRI Affairs, Hon Minister Eduardo Faleiro in Goa was reviewed. Officials from the State Bank of India, Dr. Ajay Tandon Sr. Vice President Branch Head, State Bank of India (Canada), and Mr. Trevor Fernandes Chief Manager, State Bank of India, Goa shared their knowledge and expertise relating to banking, investing and taxation of capital gains in India. Cellie stated that there is commonality between concerns of Goans in Canada and those residing elsewhere in the world. She said that the IGO therefore believes that spearheading solutions to these concerns will ultimately serve all Goans, and in this way spark a heightened sense of solidarity and connectivity between Goans the world over...and our motherland. If you wish to be added to our mailing list for the next update meeting, email : [EMAIL PROTECTED] Al Mathias
[Goanet] Some light on the Blame Game pathology
http://www.GOANET.org International Cuisine Conference on Traditional Asian Diet Panaji, Goa, September 2-5, 2007 - http://www.indologygoa.in Online Media Partner: http://www.goanet.org Can soft-target terrorism be prevented? 5 Sep, 2007, 0128 hrs IST, Terrorist-aiding attitude makes us vulnerable The tendency to blame the police and intelligence agencies alone for the terror strike at Hyderabad is another indication of just how unwilling we are to develop a comprehensive, meaningful analysis of our problems. **We find it convenient to heap the blame on the failure at the last stage of the process rather than face the inconvenient truths that make that failure almost inevitable.** Social problems are blamed on the media that reveals them and terrorist incidents on the police that failed to anticipate them. What we refuse to acknowledge is the role that our attitudes play in making us particularly vulnerable, soft targets for terrorism. High on the list of our terrorist-aiding attitudes is our eagerness to link acts of individuals to larger communities. And this is not done only by those who are targeting a particular community. Even those who advocate improving conditions for a community in order to reduce the scope for terrorism are in fact reinforcing this link. While we must certainly do everything in our means to remove discrimination, the problem is the view that a feeling of being discriminated against is justification enough for violence. From larger national problems of terrorism and the Naxalite threat to local ones like road rage, Indians seem to believe that as long as each one of us as individuals feels victimised we are entitled to resort to violence. As each individual Indian decides, on the basis of convenience, that she is entitled to her share of violence, social norms tend to be thrown out of the window. And in an urban jungle where almost anything can provoke violence in anyone, it is each woman to herself. The last thing we want is to get embroiled in a problem that does not concern us. And the **best intelligence agencies cannot succeed in an environment where social threats are not anyone's problem until they, quite literally, blow up in their face.** Urban India is today reeling under a disease that has reduced it to a mass of millions of aggressive, violence-prone individuals whose only concern for society is the urge to dominate it. This is a sickness that has overpowered everyone from politicians to those who voted them to power. And the sick are always the softest targets. ( *National Institute of Advanced Studies ) http://economictimes.indiatimes.com/Can_soft-target_terrorism_be_prevented/a rticleshow/2338188.cms
[Goanet] Source of Info on Goa - for the busy NRI
http://www.GOANET.org International Cuisine Conference on Traditional Asian Diet Panaji, Goa, September 2-5, 2007 - http://www.indologygoa.in Online Media Partner: http://www.goanet.org http://www.goaholidayhomes.com/ Check out this comprehensive Goan website and pass it on to friends and family
[Goanet] Taking ownership - Hyderabad blasts
http://www.GOANET.org International Cuisine Conference on Traditional Asian Diet Panaji, Goa, September 2-5, 2007 - http://www.indologygoa.in Online Media Partner: http://www.goanet.org Dear Selma: Why are you giving Europes example? why not iraq,afghanistan or rwanda or somalia? by your extraordinary logic India should have allowed punjab to secede during the 80s and the north east a long time backalso hyderabad would be a free country too. I think the disconnect between our views is essentially because you lack patriotism and a sense of belonging to india... regards bhandare Ready for the edge of your seat? Check out tonight's top picks on Yahoo! TV. http://tv.yahoo.com/
[Goanet] Joke #8 - Honeymoon!
http://www.GOANET.org International Cuisine Conference on Traditional Asian Diet Panaji, Goa, September 2-5, 2007 - http://www.indologygoa.in Online Media Partner: http://www.goanet.org Although many newly weds nowadays would have landed on the moon and tasted honey much before marriage, honeymoon still remains a ritual to be performed with as much expense as possible. The word honeymoon has become so popular with newly weds that they will go even to the extent of borrowing money and celebrating it - we even have 'honeymoon' ice cream! Well-to-do couples travel outside their states/countries to celebrate honeymoon. In the past, the first wedding night was spent at home and honeymoon was celebrated on a xendri (mat) in the osro (hall), that too in the midst of other family members remember people lived in joint families then. Everything on the first wedding night happened naturally and the couple did not even know they had celebrated honeymoon. Let us see what comedienne Janet has to say to her husband about honeymoon in the following joke, which is in Salcete Konkani: Vokol: Arre muj ghova, tuko ankvar astonnam incharlom mure, honeymoon mhullllo kit kai mhunnu? Tedom tum mak sangtalo kazrodis sangtam mhunn. Magir tuko aem kazrodis hall-an nachta astonnam portun incharlem, honeymoon mhullllo kit kai mhunn. Tedom tum mak mhunno lagolo - matxem rav gho; sanj sangotam mhunn. Punn aiz ami honeymoon-a son eilear don dis zalet punn tuim mak azun pasun sanglo nam honeymoon mhullllo kit to! Novro: Agho! Tuka azun kollllo nam honeymoon mhullllo kit tem? Vokol: Nam re - khorem kollo nam! Novro: Ratiko amche bhitor kit zal num, tek honeymoon mhunnttai! Vokol: Ahm-m-m-m-m! Tek honeymoon mhunnttaii? A-a-avoi! Teso honeymoon hanv ankvar astonnam bokddeank ghevn voita astonnam kitu patti keleai! Moi-mogan, Domnic Fernandes Anjuna/Dhahran, KSA _ Get a FREE small business Web site and more from Microsoft® Office Live! http://clk.atdmt.com/MRT/go/aub0930003811mrt/direct/01/
[Goanet] Caste old topic revisited - to mervyn
http://www.GOANET.org International Cuisine Conference on Traditional Asian Diet Panaji, Goa, September 2-5, 2007 - http://www.indologygoa.in Online Media Partner: http://www.goanet.org Dear mervyn: you said: Islam DOES have its own brand of caste can you please elaborate what castes islam has ? You also said: The reservations are for those you have been systematically discriminated by the Hinda system for the past thousand years what about those systematically oppressed by capitalists and other market forces? do they need reservations too? just asking... bhandare Park yourself in front of a world of choices in alternative vehicles. Visit the Yahoo! Auto Green Center. http://autos.yahoo.com/green_center/
[Goanet] Goans debate if more casinos are ok
http://www.GOANET.org International Cuisine Conference on Traditional Asian Diet Panaji, Goa, September 2-5, 2007 - http://www.indologygoa.in Online Media Partner: http://www.goanet.org Goans debate if more casinos are ok Rupesh Samant Panaji, Sept 4 (PTI) Off-shore casinos, a gambling den onboard a ship, has sparked off a debate in Goa with different opinions being expressed for and against the new licenses. Goa, India's only state where off-shore casinos are permitted, already has a off-shore casino operational on a ship near Panaji city. The casino run by Advani group of hotels is a crowd puller especially on weekends and holidays. While this casino was accepted by the locals, the controversy erupted when a second such casino, planned by the Leela group, took shape in south Goa. The casino, feel the Cavelossim villagers, where it is anchored, is blocking the movement of fishing trawlers. Besides, the operation to dredge Sal river is also being objected as it affects the marine life. The movement which began on a small note has taken a larger proportion with the local Catholic Church chipping in with its support. The politicians have kept mum over the topic. Goa Chief Minister Digamber Kamat and chief secretary J P Singh, who visited the disputed site, too, have not given their stand on the controversy. It was the BJP which initially objected to setting up of casinos in the state last year. Then Chief Minister Pratapsingh Rane had advertised for six off-shore casinos in the state. The saffron political party had objected to such huge influx of casinos, which according to them, would roll out red carpet welcome to gamblers, money launderers, mafias and prostitution rackets in the peaceful state, which is frequented by 23 lakh tourists every year. PTI http://www.ptinews.com/pti%5Cptisite.nsf/0/624148844649BFCD6525734C00357 44C?OpenDocument ~(^^)~ Avelino
[Goanet] Moira associations
http://www.GOANET.org International Cuisine Conference on Traditional Asian Diet Panaji, Goa, September 2-5, 2007 - http://www.indologygoa.in Online Media Partner: http://www.goanet.org Could anyone give me a link to Moira associations in different areas, specially the Moira Village Association of Toronto? Is it active? FN -- Frederick Noronha Journalist http://fn.goa-india.org E: [EMAIL PROTECTED] or [EMAIL PROTECTED] P: +91-832-2409490 M: +91-9970157402
[Goanet] pedestrian killed at Dodamarg
http://www.GOANET.org International Cuisine Conference on Traditional Asian Diet Panaji, Goa, September 2-5, 2007 - http://www.indologygoa.in Online Media Partner: http://www.goanet.org -- Samir Umarye BICHOLIM SEPT 5: An unknown 35 year old pedestrian was today found dead after a hit and run case reported at Dodamarg Bicholim. According to the Bicholim police the incident occured at night when an unknown person was walking along the road at Dodamarg near the Sai mandir. Some truck crushed him and his body was noticed in the morning by the people. PSI, T P Walke conducted the panchanama and HC, Ganesh Raut is further investigating the case.
[Goanet] GOA NEWS IN BRIEF
http://www.GOANET.org International Cuisine Conference on Traditional Asian Diet Panaji, Goa, September 2-5, 2007 - http://www.indologygoa.in Online Media Partner: http://www.goanet.org Teachers to get interest-free loans for laptops NT Staff Reporter Panaji, Sept 4 In what could be described as the governments gift to the teachers on the occasion of Teachers Day, the state government accepted their long pending demands, like interest-free loans for purchase of laptops, grant of senior scale from the date of their appointment and assured career progression scheme. Addressing a press conference this evening the Chief Minister, Mr Digambar Kamat told reporters that the government would give a loan of Rs 40,000 to each of the teachers of secondary and higher secondary schools, as well as those in colleges, polytechnics and university for purchase of laptops. Mr Kamat, who also holds the education portfolio, also said that the loan amount would be recovered in100 monthly instalments from the salaries of the teachers. He also said that the loan would be disbursed through the Goa Educational Development Corporation. The Chief Minister further said that the government by another decision has approved the demand of the teachers with regards to grant of senior scale from the date of their initial appointment. Till now the senior scale was being granted to the teachers only after they acquired training qualification. He also said that the government has decided to implement the assured career progression scheme. This decision would benefit all the teachers, numbering around 11,500 in the state. Under this scheme all teachers, who have completed 24 years of service, would be eligible for second upgradation in their career. Till now 20 per cent of teachers were eligible for selection grade. Mr Kamat said that he has written personal letters to all the teachers in the state hailing their contribution in the progress of the state as well as urging them that they should deliver better to shape the future of the state and its people by providing quality education. Earlier today, the Chief Minister visited the Margao residence of Mr Damodar Kavlekar (75), his teacher and felicitated him. Mr Kamat was taught by Mr Kavlekar, while he was studying at Bhatikar Model English High School, Margao. Informally speaking, the Chief Minister said what he is today is because of his school teacher who moulded him properly to be a worthy citizen. This is the only way (felicitation) that he can best offer gurudakshina to his guru, the Chief Minister added. Victoria reaffirms her loyalty to Cong The St Cruz MLA, Ms Victoria Fernandes says to really work for the welfare of the people the only way is to become a minister. In an interview with Abdul Rauf Beig, senior reporter, she says Whatever she did, is doing and would do would be for the cause of Goa and Goans. Here are the excerpts: What have you to say about your recent political decisions? In my life whatever steps I took were for Goa and Goans, dating back to the days of Opinion Poll wherein I left no stone unturned to see that Goans kept their distinct identity. Whatever I did, am doing and would be doing would be for the cause of Goa and Goans, because I love my state and its people who may belong to whatever, caste creed or religion. I have shown my concern for the state and its people even at the cost of displeasing my party higher-ups and have suffered for showing the courage to stand against high and mighty, especially during the agitation for the rights of toddy tapers, ramponkars, jhopadpattiwallas, farmers, etc. I go by my conscience and it is god who has been giving me directions and guiding me, in whatever I do. I would like to say here that sometimes bad comes before anything good happens. Whatever I did was to satisfy my people and do well for them. I am not sorry for what I did. But dont you think that your decisions were against your own people? No, I dont think so. I have always fought for the cause of common Goan and was never afraid of taking to the streets for the cause of common man. I was told that if I decided to oppose now scrapped regional plan I would have to suffer and I would like to state here that I am still suffering for doing what I did right for the cause of Goans. But I would like to state here that all this would not stop me from fighting for my state and its people. I am 73 years old and dont have many more years left to live but I would not permit any one to destroy Goa. There might be few who may not have liked what I did but there are many who are still with me and have supported me. Here I would also state that I
[Goanet] Remo to perform at 'Incredible [EMAIL PROTECTED]'
http://www.GOANET.org International Cuisine Conference on Traditional Asian Diet Panaji, Goa, September 2-5, 2007 - http://www.indologygoa.in Online Media Partner: http://www.goanet.org Remo to perform at 'Incredible [EMAIL PROTECTED]' Panaji, Sept. 2 (PTI): India's pop sensation Remo Fernandes, who is invited to the Incredible [EMAIL PROTECTED] event in US, will dish out a surprise musical piece for this special occasion. I was asked to perform at the show because of the music I have already created and am known for, not for some new tunes which I might create for the show. However, having said that, I will be preparing one or two surprise pieces for this special occasion, Remo told PTI at his residence here. Remo and his band Remo The Microwave Papadums will perform in the four-day event organised by the Tourism Culture Ministry and the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII). The singer, however, preferred to keep his surprise in wraps. I do not wish to talk about them now, as my ideas have often been stolen before, he said. Expressing excitement in participating in such a event, he said, it is always exciting performing abroad, but it is more so when you're representing your country officially. There's that added feeling of patriotic pride and commitment. Remo-led band would be performing at three different places Bryant Park on September 24 and South Street Seaport on September 25 and 26. The idea is to portray and project an image of 'modern' India, not just the India of great classical of folk music, both of which will also be projected with all the importance and respect they deserve, he said. http://www.hindu.com/thehindu/holnus/009200709021920.htm ~(^^)~ Avelino
[Goanet] Goanet Reader: Arabian Sea could turn into chimney for nitrous oxide (interview by Devika Sequeira, Deccan Herald)
http://www.GOANET.org International Cuisine Conference on Traditional Asian Diet Panaji, Goa, September 2-5, 2007 - http://www.indologygoa.in Online Media Partner: http://www.goanet.org Interview in Deccan Herald Sept 4, 2007 Arabian Sea could turn into chimney for nitrous oxide If the present warming trend continues, it would have far-reaching consequences on the ecosystem of the Arabian Sea, says biological oceanographer Joaquim Goes. The increasing meltdown of snow cover over the Himalayas and the warming of the Eurasian landmass have triggered rapid and profound changes in the Arabian Sea. Over the past seven years, the western half of the Arabian Sea has witnessed record increases in phytoplankton, which can cause oxygen depletion below the surface waters. If the present warming trend continues, it would have far-reaching consequences on the ecosystem of the Arabian Sea, says biological oceanographer Joaquim Goes. A senior researcher at the Bigelow Laboratory for Ocean Sciences, Maine, USA, Goa-born Goes is part of an eight-member research team from the US, India and Oman on the NASA-funded project Climate Change and its impact on the ecosystem of the Arabian Sea. On a cruise off the coast of Goa, Goes spoke to Devika Sequeira of Deccan Herald about the findings of the study so far. Excerpts: Melting snow cover in the Himalayas is altering the ocean food chain in the Arabian Sea. Can you explain the correlation? The Arabian Sea is a tropical ocean ecosystem, where phytoplankton photosynthesis and growth is largely dependent on the availability of adequate amount of nutrients. The nutrients are made available by oceanographic processes, which help churn the water column and transport nutrient rich water from the deep ocean to the upper sunlight layers where phytoplankton are usually found. In the Arabian Sea, this mixing of nutrient-rich waters is driven primarily by the monsoon winds, whose intensity is dependent on the pressure gradient that develops between the Arabian Sea and the Indian sub-continent. The development of this pressure gradient is largely regulated by the size of the snow caps over the Himalayan-Tibetan Plateau. Over the past few years the snow caps have been shrinking at a very alarming rate. There are now clear indications that the glaciers on the Himalayan-Tibetan mountain range are retreating at a very rapid rate, as a result of global warming, which is altering the pressure gradient between the sea and the land causing the monsoon winds to intensify. Your study shows that phytoplankton concentrations in the western Arabian Sea have increased by over 350 per cent over the past 7 years. Is there enough evidence to link this to large fish kills off the coast of Oman? Pollution, toxic algae or fish diseases are the common means that can cause massive fish die-offs in coastal ecosystems. At present we have no evidence to support the notion that any of these factors are responsible for fish mortality off Oman. On the other hand, the die-offs have consistently been observed in conjunction with the appearance of oxygen-poor seawater at the surface. Our hypothesis is that the dramatic increase in phytoplankton biomass in the Arabian Sea, witnessed over the past few years, is in excess of the amount that can be eaten by higher organisms in the food chain. Consequently, a large amount of organic matter, being produced by phytoplankton in the sunlit layers, sinks out of the water column into the deep unconsumed. Here bacterial breakdown of these sinking material results in a rapid reduction in oxygen to concentrations that will not allow fish to survive. The creation of nitrous oxide in the Arabian Sea could exacerbate climate change, your study says. What would be its effects on India? Nitrous oxide is a green house gas that is over 400 times more potent than carbon dioxide. If the biological productivity in the Arabian Sea continues to increase, the sea would start losing even more oxygen and its permanent oxygen minimum zone could start to spread. The Arabian Sea is one of the few oceans that have a permanent oxygen minimum zone. This zone is favourable to the formation of nitrous oxide (laughing gas). There is a possibility that the Arabian Sea could become a sort of a chimney for this gas that could exacerbate the warming trend and the melting of the Himalayan snow caps. Can you spell out the possible consequences of this? Since the Himalayan snow caps are integral to the Indian monsoon system, any further reduction in winter-time and increase in ambient temperatures would make our monsoons even more erratic. Each year floods and droughts will become more commonplace. Without doubt, cyclone
[Goanet] Azim Premji
* G * O * A * N * E * T C * L * A * S * S * I * F * I * E * D * S * GARCA BRANCA VACATION ACCOMMODATION LOUTULIM, SOUTH GOA. For RR; modern/clean amenities; serene, healthy and wholesome location Visit http://www.garcabranca.com for details/booking/confirmation. THANKS 4 Reading TAKE CARE, with warm regards JP Brisbane (+61)412264083 How convincigly an intelligent man speaks out his heart at the no-sense move made by Indian politicians. Wipro chairman Mr. Azim Premji's comment on reservation: I think we should have job reservations in all the fields. I completely support the PM and all the politicians for promoting this. Let's start the reservation with our cricket team. We should have 10 percent reservation for Muslims. 30 percent for OBC, SC/ST like that. Cricket rules should be modified accordingly. The boundary circle should be reduced for an SC/ST player. The four hit by an OBC player should be considered as a six and a six hit by an OBC player should be counted as 8 runs. An OBC player scoring 60 runs should be declared as a century. We should influence ICC and make rules so that the pace bowlers like Shoaib Akhtar should not bowl fast balls to our OBC player. Bowlers should bowl maximum speed of 80 km/ hour to an OBC player. Any delivery above this speed should be made illegal. Also we should have reservation in Olympics. In the 100 meters race, an OBC player should be given a gold medal if he runs 80 meters. There can be reservation in Government jobs also. Let's recruit SC/ST and OBC pilots for aircrafts which are carrying the ministers and politicians (that can really help the country...) Ensure that only SC/ST and OBC doctors do the operations for the ministers and other politicians. (Another way of saving the country...) Let's be creative and think of ways and means to guide INDIA forward... Let's show the world that INDIA is a GREAT country. Let's be proud of being an INDIAN... May the good breed of politicians like ARJUN SINGH long live...This message was sent to you by jatin shanbhag. To see jatin's profile, click: http://www.orkut.com/Profile.aspx?uid=4447181561412417657 * * * To control notification emails, access your Account Settings: http://www.orkut.com/Settings.aspx If you are not an orkut user, you can block all orkut users from sending you email by visiting: http://www.orkut.com/Block.aspx Looking for a deal? Find great prices on flights and hotels with Yahoo! FareChase. http://farechase.yahoo.com/
Re: [Goanet] Goanet's 13th Anniversary - A Wake-Up Call
* G * O * A * N * E * T C * L * A * S * S * I * F * I * E * D * S * GARCA BRANCA VACATION ACCOMMODATION LOUTULIM, SOUTH GOA. For RR; modern/clean amenities; serene, healthy and wholesome location Visit http://www.garcabranca.com for details/booking/confirmation. Eric, Age, unlike fine wine, does not seem to have made you any wiser, or more civil. Cornel likewise. I stand by my assertions, which have nothing to do with Herman, but GN's impotence. Goem is being raped, plundered, pillaged by the hour and put to the sword by all manner of brigands, and all you can titter about is whether you're really of Aryan descent and other inane joustings as the twin Selma and Secil's pre-occupation with bodily emissions, Albert's rants, and the vocal talents of the Goan pig! Utt Goenkara de GN!! Or, as a metamorphosing 'Elisabeth' once infamously questioned: Is GN just a bunch of embittered old men quaffing odious dregs to pen constipated lines? I'm not going to throw Carroll at you, Fr. William, but...do wake up! As always! LX eric pinto [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Dirven is an @$$#*!%. Enough said. Please wait another thirteen, to revisit. Eric. CORNEL DACOSTA wrote: Hi Dirven Your note to Herman suggests that you know Goanet well. Perhaps you read it with much interest like so many others but are inclined to pretend otherwise! Nevertheless, criticism is good when it is constructive but I missed this particular aspect of your critique. In my case, my congratulations to young Herman, as founder of Goanet, have no reservations. I am also most appreciative of all those behind the scenes who work on Goanet patiently and tirelessly. Like everything else, it is up to the rest of us to make it even better. Dirven Alexis wrote: Hey Hermie, 13 years! Well done!! Have you ever considered why:Goanet (GN) is simply just an old biddys' squabbling club -only 1-2 doz. geriatrics post and 9,990 groan in boredom... -after 13 years yr nos. are only 10,000 instead of 100,000?? -GN's made not an iota of difference to Goem or our diaspora? -GN's usefulness is dead in the water... _ Connect to the next generation of MSN Messenger http://imagine-msn.com/messenger/launch80/default.aspx?locale=en-ussource=wlmailtagline -- next part -- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: http://lists.goanet.org/pipermail/goanet-goanet.org/attachments/20070902/12caa41f/attachment.html
[Goanet] CONGRESS HAS PROMISED TICKET TO MY DAUGHTER, CHURCHILL TELLS PARTYMEN
* G * O * A * N * E * T C * L * A * S * S * I * F * I * E * D * S * GARCA BRANCA VACATION ACCOMMODATION LOUTULIM, SOUTH GOA. For RR; modern/clean amenities; serene, healthy and wholesome location Visit http://www.garcabranca.com for details/booking/confirmation. Cong has promised ticket to my daughter, Churchill tells partymen NT News Service Margao, Sept 4 The PWD Minister and Save Goa Front president, Mr Churchill Alemao told the Save Goa Front, central executive committee that Congress at Centre has in principle agreed to give the Congres ticket to his lawyer daughter, Ms Valanka Alemao for the ensuing parliamentary by-election in South Goa.Mr Churchill was addressing the central executive committee meeting of the Save Goa Front, held at Margao Residency today morning. This is the first meeting of the SGF, after it was duly recognised as a political party, by the Election Commission of India. Sources in the party disclosed that Mr Churchill told the party central executive committee members that the Congress High Command in Delhi had 90 per cent agreed, to give the Congress ticket to his daughter. According to a reliable source, the SGF general secretary, Mr Siddhanath Buyao opposed the idea of Ms Alemao contesting on a Congress ticket. He also said that the SGF will not support the Congress even if Ms Alemao gets that partys ticket, the source said. The party later decided to adopt a wait and watch policy, and left its options open to either field a candidate or not for the Mormugao parliamentary seat, which was recently vacated by Mr Churchill Alemao, the source further said. Mr Churchill had to face the ire of the party members for having spoken publicly on the Mopa issue without taking the party into confidence. The members asked Mr Churchill to take the party into confidence, before making any statements or taking any decisions. The party president, however handled the issue by stating that he was misquoted by the press on the Mopa issue. The SGF has decided to oppose Mopa airport and took a resolution to that effect. The party also decided to cement its claim to have only one airport in Goa, at Dabolim, the source said. During the deliberations the members arrived at a conclusion that the Congress governments decision to have two airports in the State was a total sham. Goa cannot sustain two airports in Goa, a senior party leader argued at the meeting and flayed the Congress tendency of trying to fool the people, the source informed. On the contentious casino vessel on river Sal, the party took an unanimous decision that the government should keep up to the offshore definition and push all casinos, including Caravela out of the rivers of Goa. The SGF has asked the PWD Minister to make the partys stand known to the government and to take an appropriate decision in the matter. The party was also unanimous in their decision to allow the dredging of river from Khareband to Mobor, after taking due care not to damage the rich resources in the river. The central executive committee members also discussed ways to strengthen the party and conduct a membership drive to enroll more members into the party. The party also decided to retain aeroplane as the symbol of the party. http://www.navhindtimes.com/articles.php?Story_ID=090537 Send instant messages to your online friends http://uk.messenger.yahoo.com
[Goanet] THE HIDDEN SIDE OF GOA
* G * O * A * N * E * T C * L * A * S * S * I * F * I * E * D * S * GARCA BRANCA VACATION ACCOMMODATION LOUTULIM, SOUTH GOA. For RR; modern/clean amenities; serene, healthy and wholesome location Visit http://www.garcabranca.com for details/booking/confirmation. The hidden side of Goa Wednesday, 05 Sep 2007 07:03 Goa, on the east cost of India, has a reputation as a hedonistic beach paradise. Around Christmas time revellers from all over the globe gather to celebrate under the palm trees of the state's warm beaches and enjoy the prestigious local cuisine. But beyond the bright lights of the developed, costal beaches there lies a beautiful and historic side to the region. Goa Velha, or Old Goa, is a collection of extraordinary churches, monuments and opulent buildings, well away from the commotion of the capital Panaji. Officially abandoned by the Portuguese in 1843 after a spate of malaria outbreaks, the town was formally the state capital and home to 200,000 people during the height of the colonial period. What remains today is one of the finest collections of colonial Portuguese architecture in India, if not the world. A collection of grand churches and cathedrals, originally built to assist the conversion of locals from Hinduism to Christianity, but still standing centuries later as a monument to the artistic and engineering ingenuity of its former inhabitants. The area was declared a UNESCO world heritage site in 1986 and today attracts only a fraction of the visitors its prestige deserves; making it a real hidden wonder. Chief among the buildings of interest in Goa Velha is the Basilica of Bom Jesus, which contained the relics of St. Francis Xavier, patron saint of Goa. Its imposing archways and columns create space for an exquisite 50 ft alter dedicated to the infant Jesus, which has become a key attraction of the area. Begun in 1594 the Corinthian style building was elevated to the status of Basilica in 1954 and remains a major draw for Christians from all over the world. The Tuscan St Catherines Cathedral is also an impressive sight. The building is the largest church in India and took 80 years to complete, finally finished in 1640. Magnificent in scale and detail, the interior is home to fifteen alters arranged around the walls with the ornate high-vaulted ceiling towering above. Another attraction is the Arch of the Viceroys, built in 1597 to commemorate the arrival of Vasco de Gama in India. The region's fantastic surroundings can be reached by bus from Panaji, taking around half an hour and costing only a few rupees, or alternatively by auto-rickshaw, which is quicker but costs a little more. Goa itself can be reached by a number of airlines, including Qatar Air and BA. For the best prices take a look at Opodo, or LastMinute.com. The statestourism website also has a host of local information designed to make a journey to Goa as effortless as possible. http://www.travelbite.co.uk/news/asia/india/the-hidden-side-goa-$477923.htm Send instant messages to your online friends http://uk.messenger.yahoo.com
[Goanet] OTHER HAPPENINGS IN GOA
* G * O * A * N * E * T C * L * A * S * S * I * F * I * E * D * S * GARCA BRANCA VACATION ACCOMMODATION LOUTULIM, SOUTH GOA. For RR; modern/clean amenities; serene, healthy and wholesome location Visit http://www.garcabranca.com for details/booking/confirmation. Landlords told to inform cops while renting premises BY HERALD REPORTER MARGAO, SEPT 4 In a bid to keep a check on anti-socials and terror suspects taking shelter in rented accommodation, the district Magistrate, South has directed all landlords to inform the nearest police station while leasing out their premises on rent. In an order issued under section 144 of the Cr P C, District Magistrate, G P Naik has diected all persons given houses or accomodation on rent to intimate the nearest police station with details and identity of the persons taking such premises on rent. The security measure is being taken following the terror attacks in Hyderabad last month. The district Magistrate told Herald that the checks are being taken to ensure that houses are not rented to persons who could be involved in anti-social and terrorist activites in the state. Sources in the know said the order has been issued following a recommendation from the police in order to tighten security measures to keep the anti-socials and terrorists at bay. Naik said his order would remain in force for a period of two months from Tuesday and any violation by any landlord would be dealt with under the provisions of the Indian Penal Code. Replying to a question, the district Magistrate said it is for the police to bring to his notice any violation of the order before he initiates action under the IPC. Clinics to submit sonography reports every month BY HERALD REPORTER PANJIM, SEPT 4 In an interesting development and a move to clamp down on abortions and pre-natal sex determination clinics, the district administrations have stepped in to act against erring clinics in the state. According to officials, the powers have been bestowed by the central government earlier this year following which the North Collectorate today began its new role under the Pre-conception and pre-natal diagnostic Technique Act. According to the Additional Collector Swapnil Naik, the North administration will inspect all such clinics numbering about 69 in North Goa and also conduct surprise checks on all such clinics operating in the district. Mr Naik said, The clinics will also have to submit to the collectorate on the 5th of every month a report of all sonographies conducted in the previous month which will indicate the kind of tests conducted. He also said that the clinics are required to display certain literature, signages in the clinics. The North administration today conducted an inspection of around five clinics in the taluka of Bicholim and it is learnt that action is proposed against one erring clinic. Vasco resident held for duping 10 youth HERALD REPORTER VASCO, SEPT 4 - Vasco police has arrested one Payal Vishnu Patel (23) of Pixem Dongri Vasco on charges of duping 10 youth from Vasco of about Rs 7.03 lakh, after promising them jobs at a shopping mall in Dubai. Anthony Peter along with Sameer M Shirgaokar, Hassan Abdul, Anand Pillai, Vinesh, Sayed Jallauddin, Mahendra Sarmalkar, Oscar Rosario, Narayan Dara and Mohammed Gouse Shaikh lodged their complaints against one Samar Dev of Chennai and Patel on Tuesday evening. Narrating their story, one youth stated that they were familiar with Patels husband, who introduced them to one agent, Samar Dev of Chennai, at Anapurna hotel Vasco in March. Dev reportedly told them that he had taken on rent a shopping mall Royal Falcon Trading LCC in Dubai and that he needed salesmen to work in the mall. He asked them deposit security an amount of about Rs 75000 each for visa as well as for the plane ticket and additional Rs 3000 for immigration. Some days later, Patel, collected Rs 10,000 from them and handed them photocopies of the original visa. The youth were then asked to deposit the remaining balance in Devs and Patels bank account. When the youth did not get their jobs as promised, they confronted Patel in August and she assured to return their money through Dev and she left for Chennai. On her return to Goa, Patel handed over three cheques of Rs 2 lakh each to the victims, but the cheques bounced due to insufficient bank balance. When the youth threatened to file a police complaint, Patel requested for more time and deposited her brothers passport at the Vasco police station besides giving a written statement that she would return their money on her return from her second trip to Chennai.
[Goanet] [JudeSundayReflections] 23rd Sunday of the Year
* G * O * A * N * E * T C * L * A * S * S * I * F * I * E * D * S * GARCA BRANCA VACATION ACCOMMODATION LOUTULIM, SOUTH GOA. For RR; modern/clean amenities; serene, healthy and wholesome location Visit http://www.garcabranca.com for details/booking/confirmation. 02-Sep-2007 Dear Friend, When shopping or when going out to purchase some item we often look for bargains. We want to get the best of things paying a fair price or as cheaply as possible, yet we know that nothing is free in life, everything has a price tag. We dont believe advertisements that promise us anything free. In the spiritual life too there is a price to be paid for following Jesus. Are we ready for the cost? Have a joyful weekend making wise choices for God! Fr. Jude Sunday Reflections: Twenty-third Sunday Cost of Discipleship 9-Sep-07 Readings: Wisdom 9: 13-18; Philemon 9: 10.12.17; Luke 14: 25-33 The first reading from the book of Wisdom speaks of the glory and special place that wisdom should have in our lives. In particular it praises Solomon the wise, who was given an opportunity to have anything that he wished but chose wisdom instead as the thing he desired most. This wisdom is beyond mere mortals but is freely given by the Lord to those who desire it. The Truth sets us free An English lady traveling in Germany left a valuable fur coat in charge of a German woman in the carriage. When she returned the German was wearing the coat and said it belonged to her. The guard tried in vain to find out to which of the two it belonged and finally sent her to the consul. The consul asked to examine the coat, and brought it back a few moments later saying, This is a very serious affair; who so ever the coat belongs to has been smuggling cocaine. Here are the two packets I found in the coat. The German woman excused herself and bowed out of the room saying: Just my little joke. The English woman said: I cant understand how they could have got there. The Consul replied: Dont worry, it is only salt, that I put to find out whose coat it really was. John Arbuthnot in More Quotes and Anecdotes The second reading from Pauls letter to Philemon not only shows the early Christians attitude to the institution of slavery but also shows Pauls own attitude towards Onesimus, one who was a slave and was converted to Christ. Paul appeals to his friend Philemon not to treat Onesimus harshly as he deserves for having run away, but rather to treat him as a brother in the Lord. Both master and slave are bound by the same love and Onesimus needs to be treated with dignity due to his calling as a Christian. Faith goes beyond social customs and traditions. Leadership in Service The morning came, but my servant appeared not. Doors were all open, the water was not drawn from the well, my servant had been out all night. My morning meal was not ready; my clothes were all lying unfolded. As the hours passed by my anger grew, and I devised hard punishment for him. At last he came, late in the morning, and bowed low. I called out angrily: Go forth from my presence and never see my face again. He looked at me and remained silent, and then said in a low voice: My little daughter died last night. And without another word he went to his daily task. Rabindranath Tagore in Quotes and Anecdotes In todays Gospel Jesus speaks of the sense of detachment that we need to have if we are to follow Jesus Christ. The demands of the gospel are serious and far reaching and not to be taken lightly. Jesus demands exclusive loyalty from those who wish to follow him. They have to make choices which will clash with other loyalties. Any one who does not carry his cross and come after me cannot be my disciple. Jesus disciples must be ready to renounce their own personal and family relationships and commitments in following the Lord. Self renunciation and carrying the cross is rather painful, but that is the cost of being His disciple. The parables about intending to build a tower and about a king going to war are intended to drive the point home that following Jesus is not based on an impulse but is a well-thought out, considered decision based on reflection and readiness to face the consequences. Of course there are varying degrees of commitment to Jesus but all have their demands and call for some degree of sacrifice and renunciation. Hating father and mother Thomas Moore was Lord Chancellor when Henry VIII was king of England. He was a successful lawyer, a great linguist and a renowned spiritual and political writer. When he
[Goanet] Caste old topic revisited - to bandare
* G * O * A * N * E * T C * L * A * S * S * I * F * I * E * D * S * GARCA BRANCA VACATION ACCOMMODATION LOUTULIM, SOUTH GOA. For RR; modern/clean amenities; serene, healthy and wholesome location Visit http://www.garcabranca.com for details/booking/confirmation. Dear mervyn:you said: Islam DOES have its own brand ofcastecan you please elaborate what castes islam has ? == for example: Dalits in some parts of India have their own Gods. 'Ladies of Leasure' in India also have their own deity. These are caste system ORDER. Similarly in Islam, there are Shea who are hated by the Sunni. then there are Agha Khan (Hajji people). There are Sufi Muslims who sing and dance because they are converts from Hinduism. (True Muslim should not sing and dance or even laugh). How old are you bandare? Asking silly questions on goanet? Gilbert.
[Goanet] Goan Tamils assured govt support
* G * O * A * N * E * T C * L * A * S * S * I * F * I * E * D * S * GARCA BRANCA VACATION ACCOMMODATION LOUTULIM, SOUTH GOA. For RR; modern/clean amenities; serene, healthy and wholesome location Visit http://www.garcabranca.com for details/booking/confirmation. -- Samir Umarye BICHOLIM SEPT 5: The Health Minstister, Vishwajeet Rane talking about the broad minded Goan mentality assured the Tamils leaving in Goa that their government will always support them in every way possible. The Health Minister was speaking on the occasion of special programme organised by the Kalpaka cultural Association to mark the Onam festivities in the fully packed hall of Mahamaya at Bordem Bicholim. The Bicholim MLA, Rajesh Patnekar, President of the Association, K Bhaskaran; Secretary, Shridharan Gopal and treasurer, K K Prakashan were among others present on the occasion. It will be our endivour to make the people from other states to feel at home in Goa Rane stressed adding our government will always help the association in every possible manner. Speaking about the Goans he lauded the Goans for their unity and told that every goan is peace loving and celebrate the festivals even of other religion or state. People from other states have made Goa their home and even Goans have established a special bond and relation with them Rane maintained. Telling that he was unaware about the exsitance of such a large community of tamils in Goa he told that a get together of this kind only strengthens the relation and reminds one of their own hometown. Bicholim MLA, Rajesh Patnekar wished the community on the Onam and told that there are several people from other states leaving in Goa and their associations have done wonderful work for the state. The programme began in the morning at about 8 am. Several cultural programmes were held which included dance and drama. Prizes of the Rangoli competition made out of Flowers were given at the hands of the minister. Usha Prakashan and team begged the first prize while Johney Kutty Stephen's team and Saroj team got the second and the third prize respectivelly. In the begining the president of the association, K Bhaskaran welcomed the geathering while later the Treasurer, K K Prakashan proposed the vote of thanks.
[Goanet] Goa news for September 6, 2007
* G * O * A * N * E * T C * L * A * S * S * I * F * I * E * D * S * GARCA BRANCA VACATION ACCOMMODATION LOUTULIM, SOUTH GOA. For RR; modern/clean amenities; serene, healthy and wholesome location Visit http://www.garcabranca.com for details/booking/confirmation. Goa News from Google News and Goanet.org Visit http://www.goanet.org/newslinks.php for the full stories. *** Sporting Clube De Goa knock out Army XI - Earthtimes.org [9 hours ago] Ludhiana, Sep 5 Kenyan Boniface Ambani scored the only goal as Sporting Clube De Goa sailed into the quarterfinals of the 29th Federation Cup football ... http://news.google.com/news/url?sa=Tct=us/2-0fd=Rurl=http://www.earthtimes.org/articles/show/102598.htmlcid=1120371330ei=BzzfRov8H4KcrQPzmOHOBw *** Watson Receives First FDA Approval for Manufacturing Product at ... - CNNMoney.com [Sep 4, 2007] By early 2008, the Goa facility is expected to be producing over 1 billion tablets and capsules annually for the US market. This approval represents a key ... http://news.google.com/news/url?sa=Tct=us/1-0fd=Rurl=http://money.cnn.com/news/newsfeeds/articles/prnewswire/AQTU09204092007-1.htmcid=1120326333ei=BzzfRov8H4KcrQPzmOHOBw *** Powering Goa - Navhind Times [Sep 4, 2007] At a time when Goa desperately needs adequate power to for its industrial, commercial and domestic needs, this will prove to be a major boost. ... http://news.google.com/news/url?sa=Tct=us/7-0fd=Rurl=http://www.navhindtimes.com/articles.php?Story_ID=090522cid=1120309699ei=BzzfRov8H4KcrQPzmOHOBw *** The hidden side of Goa - TravelBite.co.uk [23 hours ago] Goa, on the east cost of India, has a reputation as a hedonistic beach paradise. Around Christmas time revellers from all over the globe gather to celebrate ... http://news.google.com/news/url?sa=Tct=us/6-0fd=Rurl=http://www.travelbite.co.uk/news/asia/india/the-hidden-side-goa-$477923.htmcid=0ei=BzzfRov8H4KcrQPzmOHOBw *** Pergo laminate floors launched in Goa - Navhind Times [Sep 4, 2007] ... for functional Indian homes and Pergolaminate floors, was launched in Goa at the Goa International Centre, Dona Paula,recently, a press note said. ... http://news.google.com/news/url?sa=Tct=us/9-0fd=Rurl=http://www.navhindtimes.com/articles.php?Story_ID=09055cid=0ei=BzzfRov8H4KcrQPzmOHOBw *** SAG releases grant for Goa Jr athletics team - Navhind Times [Sep 4, 2007] Panaji, Sept 4 With the SAG releasing a cheque for Rs 64000 this evening, the Goa junior athletic team will ultimately participatein the west zone junior ... http://news.google.com/news/url?sa=Tct=us/8-0fd=Rurl=http://www.navhindtimes.com/articles.php?Story_ID=090531cid=0ei=BzzfRov8H4KcrQPzmOHOBw *** Goa port congestion means $27 mn loss for mining firms - Livemint [4 hours ago] At a time when iron ore export from India is booming, mining companies are having to bear the cost of congestion at Goas Mormugao port, which is the main ... http://news.google.com/news/url?sa=Tct=us/5-0fd=Rurl=http://www.livemint.com/2007/09/06001026/Goa-port-congestion-means-27.htmlcid=0ei=BzzfRov8H4KcrQPzmOHOBw *** Goa was a learning experience: Pandya - Mumbai Newsline [2 hours ago] Mumbai, September 05: Junior national champion Rishabh Pandya feels participating in the recently concluded World Under-21 Snooker Championship at Goa was a ... http://news.google.com/news/url?sa=Tct=us/4-0fd=Rurl=http://cities.expressindia.com/fullstory.php?newsid=254736cid=0ei=BzzfRov8H4KcrQPzmOHOBw *** Heavy rains forecast in Orissa, Kerala, Northeast, Goa - NewKerala.com [3 hours ago] Heavy rains have occurred at most places in Assam, Meghalaya, Sub-Himalayan West Bengal and Sikkim, Konkan, Goa, and Kerala, at many places in Arunachal ... http://news.google.com/news/url?sa=Tct=us/3-0fd=Rurl=http://www.newkerala.com/july.php?action=fullnewsid=57787cid=1120335017ei=BzzfRov8H4KcrQPzmOHOBw *** Port snag to hit iron ore exports from Goa - Sify [9 hours ago] New Delhi: Iron ore exports from western state of Goa are likely to drop in the coming months because of a faulty handling equipment ata key port adding to ... http://news.google.com/news/url?sa=Tct=us/0-0fd=Rurl=http://sify.com/finance/equity/fullstory.php?id=14522016cid=1120370748ei=BzzfRov8H4KcrQPzmOHOBw Compiled by Goanet News Service http://www.goanet.org/newslinks.php
[Goanet] SAG releases grant for Goa Jr athletics team
* G * O * A * N * E * T C * L * A * S * S * I * F * I * E * D * S * GARCA BRANCA VACATION ACCOMMODATION LOUTULIM, SOUTH GOA. For RR; modern/clean amenities; serene, healthy and wholesome location Visit http://www.garcabranca.com for details/booking/confirmation. SAG releases grant for Goa Jr athletics teamNT Sports Reporter Panaji, Sept 4 With the SAG releasing a cheque for Rs 64,000 this evening, the Goa junior athletic team will ultimately participate in the west zone junior athletic championship to be held in Vadodara, Gujarat, from September 7-9. Mr V M Prabhudesai, SAGs executive director, told The Navhind Times that despite Goa Athletic Associations (GAA) late submission of the proposal on August 26 and the hiccups threafter which prompted the GAA to drop the team, the participation grant was readied today. Mr Francisco Sardinha, president of the association and Congress president is learnt to have advanced the money. In fact, one of the association members was asked to meet him yesterday, but it was the failure on the part of this member to meet Mr Sardinha that things went haywire, leading to the cancellation. However, things got sorted out this morning after the sorry plight of the 24 boys and girls, who were told by GAA that they would not take part in the nationals despite having worked hard during the conditioning camp, was highlighted in The Navhind Times that the SAG agreed to release the grant, although at the beginning the GAA was told that it would not be possible to release the money due to some technical reasons from the accounts section. The team will now leave tommorow by train. Meanwhile, two sportsloving personalities - Mr C K Kamat from Margao and Mr Kishor Narvekar from Merces - in a spontaneous gesture came forward to advance the money to GAA after reading the news item in The Navhind Times so that the young athletes were not deprived the chance of participation for no fault of the boys and girls. Mr Paresh Kamat, jt secretary, GAA, told The Navhind Times that efforts were on to secure rail reservation from the VIP quota. http://www.navhindtimes.com/articles.php?Story_ID=090531 Send instant messages to your online friends http://uk.messenger.yahoo.com
[Goanet] Travelling in a ferry boat
* G * O * A * N * E * T C * L * A * S * S * I * F * I * E * D * S * GARCA BRANCA VACATION ACCOMMODATION LOUTULIM, SOUTH GOA. For RR; modern/clean amenities; serene, healthy and wholesome location Visit http://www.garcabranca.com for details/booking/confirmation. Hi Goans, When Saldana was chief minister and Porrikar took over when Saldanha was in Australia. He went to Australia he said on an educational tour. Didn't these politicians notice that - DURING PEAK HOURS there are certain restricitons? That means foot passengers are given preference duirng peak hours travel. These scooter people, dirty peoples clothes with the oil leaking from their engines and their front wheels hitting children. Sorry - will not do, will sorry wash my clothes? gilbert.
[Goanet] Saraswat Vidyalaya wins district level Badminton
* G * O * A * N * E * T C * L * A * S * S * I * F * I * E * D * S * GARCA BRANCA VACATION ACCOMMODATION LOUTULIM, SOUTH GOA. For RR; modern/clean amenities; serene, healthy and wholesome location Visit http://www.garcabranca.com for details/booking/confirmation. -- Samir Umarye BICHOLIM SEPT 5: The Saraswat Vidyalaya Khorlim Mapusa swept the District level Badminton tournament by winning U -17 boys girls as well as U- 14 boys. In Under - 17 boys tournament Saraswat defeted People's High School Panjim (2 - 1). In the first round Aniket Shenai defeted Prathemash by 21-10, 21-10. In the second round Akhil Shetye of Saraswat H S had to face defeat. In the late doubles final Akhil and Aniket defeated Abhijeet and Prathemash of People's H S. In Under - 17 girls Saraswat defeated Mushtifund HS Panjim (2-0). Vaibhavi Kalangutkar of Saraswat gain victory over Tanvi 21-11; 21-17. While Nikita Samant of Saraswat defeated Ankita 21-16; 21-12. Under - 14 boys Saraswat tasted victory agains Rosery HS Panjim. In the first match Sachin Pathak had to face defeat. Saraswat's Gautam Aamrekar defeated his rival 21-8,21-11 and maintained a tie. During the doubles final round Gautam and Shantanu Karnik defeated the Rosary boys 21-14, 21-18. The physical education teachers, Jayendra Nagvekar and Vinod Bilgoji had assisted and trained the students. Meanwhile, the Headmaster of Saraswat Vidyalaya, Sanjiv Dharwadkar has congratulated the players for their success.
[Goanet] Remembering the teachers today
* G * O * A * N * E * T C * L * A * S * S * I * F * I * E * D * S * GARCA BRANCA VACATION ACCOMMODATION LOUTULIM, SOUTH GOA. For RR; modern/clean amenities; serene, healthy and wholesome location Visit http://www.garcabranca.com for details/booking/confirmation. Remembering the teachers today A student learns more from the teacher's life, not teaching! It was TEACHERS' DAY in India earlier this week. It has been so since the truamatic year of 1962, with India gaining Goa from the Portuguese and losing a good part of the Himalayan regions of North East and Kashmir Ladakh to the Chinese. It marks the then President of India, Dr.Sarvapally Radhakrishnan's, birthday even in a generation that may turn around and ask Dr.Radhakrishnan who? It is not accidental that the day is always close to Gokul Ashtami, the birthday of lord Krishna, the giver of the Bhagawad Gita, who is variously known as Gopal, Gopalkrishna, Devkikrishna and Radhakrishna. Dr. Radhakrishna may have got his name from the festival the same way we have Noel or Noelaas the name for someone born on Christmas Day. Gokul Ashtami celebrates the mischief of the youth of the same person who gave the world the wisdom of the Gita. It is a good reminder to some of the teachers today who expect school children to behave like saints, right from Kindergarten to Ph.D ! I wonder what would have happened to the Makkhan chor , who reportedly chased the Gopis [milkmaids] during his youth, if he was to go through the present education system in India. Perhaps, he would have become a Computer Software Professional in Infosys or Reliance or whatever . or would have set up something like UNLEARNING UNLIMITED of my friend and guide, Architect Pravin Sabnis, now also of QUIZ QUEST fame. In the year itself, alumni of St.Britto High School, Mapusa, have lost four teachers. Madame Christina Pereira from Colvale was the first to go in April. She taught me French in the mid-1970s, after her family returned from Africa. When she entered the class she had to be greeted Bon jour, Madame and, thus, no person finished the year without knowing to say at least two words in French ! By the end of two years a few of us could even speak a little French. Incidentally, French was a language my mother taught in Janata High School, Mapusa, with her former student and the first MLA of Mapusa, Raghunath Anant Tople, as the Principal. Madame also taught English as did my mother, Gracinda. Madame knew her students by name and would sometimes call out when we were in Mapusa market, thirty years later! Edwin Saldanha was a teacher who found out who did what best, and guided him to do it better than he expected. He had a simple definition for excellence: ten percent better than the next person. He pushed everyone to their limit and at times we loved to hate him as the pushy Uncle Sali, a sobriquet that went well with both, his surname and his the village of his ancestors and his residence, Saligao. He started the Goa Bharat Scouts Guides state unit and pushed a dozen of us[4 boys and 8 girls, including Dr.Meenakshi Martins-Shukla, Dr. Marilyn Estibeiro and Annabelle Pinto do Rosario-Gracias who are still in Goa] to the top, as President's Scouts and Guides. More would follow. All of us remember him with pride. Of course, I did not learn much about drawing, his official subject in school. It did not matter to either of us, in class or in life beyond school !! Miss Joyce Lisboa looked pretty even in death. A former Miss Goa, she remained a spinster by choice. A wonderful French teacher, she taught in St.Britto HS in the late 1960s and till 1973 or so. Even now , she was teaching French at SFX Convent HS, Peddem-Mapusa. Olavo Xavier Mascarenhas was a proponent of the Mens sana et corporo sano [Latin for Healthy mind and a healthy body] and used the ancient regimen to achieve it. Like coffee, some like it hot and some like it not! It is , shall we say not their cup of tea? To me , he was a great teacher and sports coach. I admire him although I wish his ways of disciplining were not as close to the Jesuit regime as to be uncomfortable to the current education concepts. Times change and so must we. That is the lesson from the fate of the Dinosaurs and the Dodos. No, not all teachers of my generation are dead. Narayan S.Bhadti is still teaching and has his former student, Shantaram Halarnkar, as his colleague. My very first Scout Master, Shrikant Hegde, is still teaching in the same school. Other teachers have retired on super-annuation, VRS and even on not-so-voluntary retirement but under the VRS package just the same. It
[Goanet] Teacher's Day - School and physical education teachers
* G * O * A * N * E * T C * L * A * S * S * I * F * I * E * D * S * GARCA BRANCA VACATION ACCOMMODATION LOUTULIM, SOUTH GOA. For RR; modern/clean amenities; serene, healthy and wholesome location Visit http://www.garcabranca.com for details/booking/confirmation. School and physical education teachers - the fountain head for a sporting culture Armstrong Augusto Vaz Fading photographs of school days remind me of the fading memories of school as we go down the memory lane. A trip where one delves deep into the brain cells to get memories on paper. School musing are sweet musings. An institution, which prepares for an entire life ahead. Going back nostalgically to the school days is the best bet one can lay hands on. School teachers in my school days were fortunately affectionate to a batch of students who at best could be described as good in studies, punctual and epithet of discipline. In school sports- games and sports - took a back seat thanks to our physical education teacher. A teacher who lectured us on the rules of the games, which we were both mentally and physically not prepared for. Mind you it was not just football but a half a dozen rules of different games, which we never played in our life, were thrust upon us. That was the start of the academic year when we had to stay indoors. So naturally in the rainy season PT period was the worst period. Thus a mental block had developed. But two things which clearly ring in my mind is his advice, to be physically tough on the field and not to get frightened of the opponents looking at the size of the opponent's body and to lose the battle, even before it is won. Unfortunately, he was too immersed in his own world, that he hardly took interest in fielding the school team in inter school competitions. Thus his mental toughness theory remained at the back of our minds, but with no chance to implement the same for us on the play field. Sunny days saw us back to the school ground besides the church now covered with a tar surface, where the boys still play football, cricket unmindful of the serious damage they will be doing to the knee joints, playing on the hard turf surface. The volley ball court had escaped the sword of the so called development fad. Sports was not certainly PE teacher's cup of tea. He said he was pole vaulter a la Sergei Bukka, but alas, he could not give tips or glimpses of the shade of brilliance he had in him in his younger days, dangling the pole vault. Thus we ended up a big zero on the pole vault front. In football his apt repeated word came ringing back to my mind kick the ball high up in the air. In spite of him hailing from God's own country, he did precious little to encourage football or for that matter any other sport, among his students. We till date regret missing the nitty-gritty of the sports and the basic training in football, cricket and volleyball, which we got latter in life at the College level. Thanks to very cooperative physical education teachers. Teachers who were at a more personal level friends to us and still dangled the stick of discipline before us. We never knew what is warm up and cool down, the advantages of warming and cooling before any game. Those were alien words in school and playing for the college cricket team was a big learning graph. The experiences which we are carrying gamily in our everyday life and implementing on the sports field time and again. Some of friends had to bear the brunt of the attack of the school PT teacher for not being able to do the exercises of the mass physical exercises to perfection. Thus physical exercises were thrust open the young lads. There was no choice. The advent of television in Goa in the 1982 Asian games did not make a defiant change in the out look of the PT teacher. The cricket fever just got a grip voer my schoolmates and the school bunch themselves saw that they arranged cricket matches with the neighboring schools. A generation which grew up idolizing Kapil Dev, Sunil Gavaskar, Imran Khan, Zaheer Abbas, G R Vishwanath, had many opportunities to display the talent. We got a chance to play on turf wickets only when we turned out to play for in the inter collegiate tournaments. Having played on matting wickets and unprepared pitches with uneven bounce and having made to dance to the music with pace. It was different lesson bowling on the well prepared pitches. Tennis ball cricket is the emergence of the early 90's.As a generation of the mid 80's we faced hostile bowling on unprepared pitches without any helmet with no fear in the mind in the Diwali and summer school holidays.
Re: [Goanet] Vietnam shows how.
* G * O * A * N * E * T C * L * A * S * S * I * F * I * E * D * S * GARCA BRANCA VACATION ACCOMMODATION LOUTULIM, SOUTH GOA. For RR; modern/clean amenities; serene, healthy and wholesome location Visit http://www.garcabranca.com for details/booking/confirmation. Hi Eric Thanks, but clearly your response seems even less helpful and useful than before! Sad that, this is the limit of what you seem to be able to offer to a genuine question on our esteemed Goanet? Minimally however, I do hope that, you have noted the difference (as pointed out), in using it's and its. Cornel DaCosta, Kunbi Vaddo, London, UK. eric pinto wrote: Eat your heart out !! CORNEL DACOSTA wrote: Hi Eric Try as we may, my friends and I can't figure out what message you are trying to convey in what seems to be a rather disjointed and incoherent post (retained in its entirety) below. However, as we are dying to understand you, please can you provide some clarification? Thanking you in anticipation Cornel DaCosta, Kunbi Vaddo, London, UK.
[Goanet] Mumbai’s litter cops
* G * O * A * N * E * T C * L * A * S * S * I * F * I * E * D * S * GARCA BRANCA VACATION ACCOMMODATION LOUTULIM, SOUTH GOA. For RR; modern/clean amenities; serene, healthy and wholesome location Visit http://www.garcabranca.com for details/booking/confirmation. http://www.mumbaimirror.com/net/mmpaper.aspx?page=articlesectid=15contentid=2007090420070904023611125a3296044 = Why not a similar scheme in Panjim?
Re: [Goanet] Goans in America - Seeking the American Dream - a response to Armstrong
* G * O * A * N * E * T C * L * A * S * S * I * F * I * E * D * S * GARCA BRANCA VACATION ACCOMMODATION LOUTULIM, SOUTH GOA. For RR; modern/clean amenities; serene, healthy and wholesome location Visit http://www.garcabranca.com for details/booking/confirmation. Armstrong Augusto Vaz wrote (and I have summarised into points): 1: The duo come under increasingly eager Goans who jumped ship 2: 'For the Goans the first job in the US is working at a Gas station (petrol pump) or in a motel, for emergency purposes until a 'gaubhau' can find a job within a month,' says Travasso. 3: Goans working in Indian restaurants owned by the Indian owners have got their green cards through an amnesty from Bill Clinton in 1999 4: The cooks are paid mostly on a weekly basis ranging from $500 to 800 per week. 5: In downtown New Orleans waiters are offered $150 per week plus tips and business is brisk and hotels are short staffed, and so waiters can make up to $1000, informed some Goans who have been working there. 6: The Goan network of Americans is gradually growing and increasing with every passing month. == jc's response == My dear Armstrong, Whenever I read articles like the one you posted, I wonder if what Nehru and the mainstream Indian press said about Goans - was true. There has been a stereotype within which Goans have been 'dismissed' i.e. WHAT do they know ...after all they are just Cooks and Butlers. The article posted by you, albeit unintentionally, strengthens that view point. I wish the Article relating to 'Goans in America - Seeking the American Dream' and 'The Goan network of Americans' had also included atleast one sentence about the intellectual and Professional Goans who have made America their 'Dream' and their 'Home'. If it had - it would have stated that MANY Goans are holding significant positions and making significant contributions in the fields of Education, the Arts, Engineering, Medicine, Accounting, Information Technology, Pharmacology, Research, Law and Banking ...just to name a few fields. For our general information - we may wish to know that for the past 100+ years, Goans have made quite a name for themselves abroad; a good name - not only in the food service industry but also in the professions listed immediately above. They may not be beating their chests like Tarzan or Churchill - but they are all over the place giving an excellent account of themselves. good wishes as always jc
Re: [Goanet] Caste and your neighbours
* G * O * A * N * E * T C * L * A * S * S * I * F * I * E * D * S * GARCA BRANCA VACATION ACCOMMODATION LOUTULIM, SOUTH GOA. For RR; modern/clean amenities; serene, healthy and wholesome location Visit http://www.garcabranca.com for details/booking/confirmation. Bhandare [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: you said: Islam DOES have its own brand of caste can you please elaborate what castes islam has ? Bhandare/Bhandari et all, It is really sad when you find out that there are characters in this world who have not interacted with their neighbours. It is even sadder when you find out that some characters are clueless of the customs and traditions of their neighbours. Saddest of all, is when you find characters who insulate themselves to the extent that they do not have a clue about the wonderful human diversity in their midst. If you have not yet made contact with any of your Muslim neighbours, the next time you see one, ask them to tell you something about the strengths of their religion. You can also ask them about Conchi zaat and Niichi zaat. You also said: The reservations are for those you have been systematically discriminated by the Hinda system for the past thousand years what about those systematically oppressed by capitalists and other market forces? do they need reservations too? Capitalism is based on the premise that cream will rise to the top. You are expected to enter into the work force like everyone else, serving fries. Then you prove what you are made of and rise to your competence level. The US, however, has its own idea of capitalism. George W. is president only because a reservation was made for him. I call him, Dear Leader. Yes, dear as in the costs are high. He has since ruined the forces i.e. the economy, dollar and military. Lastly, the US invented the reservation system. They perpetuate the system because it serves their needs. Maybe those who you claim are oppressed will get Indian consultants to fine tune the reservations system. Mervyn D'saffron. BTW, I think you should ditch your handler. You are much more smarter than she is. Be smarter than spam. See how smart SpamGuard is at giving junk email the boot with the All-new Yahoo! Mail at http://mrd.mail.yahoo.com/try_beta?.intl=ca
Re: [Goanet] Azim Premji
* G * O * A * N * E * T C * L * A * S * S * I * F * I * E * D * S * GARCA BRANCA VACATION ACCOMMODATION LOUTULIM, SOUTH GOA. For RR; modern/clean amenities; serene, healthy and wholesome location Visit http://www.garcabranca.com for details/booking/confirmation. Premji, if the comment is correctly attributed to him, makes a point, but I do not support a generalization against Scheduled Castes and Other Backward Castes and Tribes. There are many learned, well educated and well integrated members of these castes who achieved their success without needing the reservations policy. They completed their educational pursuits with good marks and worked hard in their professions which includes pilots and doctors even if these were generally in minority. Therefore to say: Let's recruit SC/ST and OBC pilots for aircrafts which are carrying the ministers and politicians (that can really help the country...) and Ensure that only SC/ST and OBC doctors do the operations for the ministers and other politicians. (Another way of saving the country...) is both insulting and insensitive. Roland. On 9/3/07, Jyotiba Patil [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: THANKS 4 Reading TAKE CARE, with warm regards JP Brisbane (+61)412264083 How convincigly an intelligent man speaks out his heart at the no-sense move made by Indian politicians. Wipro chairman Mr. Azim Premji's comment on reservation:
[Goanet] MEGA Educational Exhibition on 8th September 2007 at Hotel FIDALGO Panjim - Goa
* G * O * A * N * E * T C * L * A * S * S * I * F * I * E * D * S * GARCA BRANCA VACATION ACCOMMODATION LOUTULIM, SOUTH GOA. For RR; modern/clean amenities; serene, healthy and wholesome location Visit http://www.garcabranca.com for details/booking/confirmation. STUDY IN AUSTRALIA VIEC- EDUCATION EXIHIBITION IN GOA. VIEC, with its head office in Delhi and Australian office in Sydney is organizing their MEGA Educational Exhibition on 8th September 2007 at Hotel FIDALGO Panjim - Goa. VIEC is well known for its efficient and effective services provided in the field of education for more than 11 years. VIEC is headed by its Managing Director Ms .VIVIENNE PORTER.Ms Porter has an experience of over 27 long years at the International Level as a Teacher, Former Director and Dy. Director of various Australian universities such as of University of Western Sydney, Griffith University Northern Territory University etc. The services provided by VIEC enable the students to reach Australia, UK, USA, Canada, New Zealand and Singapore without much difficulty. The other services provided by VIEC to students are Counseling, Admission, VISA Documentation, Travel Accommodation, Bank loan and any other facilities related to foreign university admission. So far VIEC has successfully placed over 11,000 plus students at various Universities across the globe. VIEC has a wide network of offices spread through out INDIA and offices in New Zealand and Australia. The VIEC GOA branch was started in the year 2006 to give study facilities and opportunities to Goan educated youth to pursue their education career at foreign universities and colleges. So far VIEC GOA branch has placed over 100 students in different universities. VIEC GOA branch gives excellent career oriented solutions to the students aspiring to obtain an International Education Degree under able Area Manager Mr. Ivory Joao, who has vast knowledge and experience in the field of education as a teacher and lecturer in the higher secondary school in Goa. The Goa branch is also registered as the member of AAERI (Association of Education Representative in India) which as approved by AHC (Australia High Commission) To obtain a foreign degree is a pathway to successful career and successful jobs worldwide. The courses offered are Diploma, Degree, Post graduation and Research at university level, such as Diploma in Hospitality Management, IT, Engineering, Computer etc. the other facilities at the Goa branch are FREE IELTS coaching classes, Personalized Guidance and quick Offer letters. The forthcoming Educational Exhibition approaching on the 8th September 2007 at Hotel Fidalgo-Panjim - Goa will enable the aspirants to meet and have a one to one interaction with admission officers of various universities, such as UNIVERSITY OF TASMANIA, JAMES COOK UNIVESITY, CURTIN UNIVERSITY OF TECHNOLOGY, HOLMES INSTITUTE, UNIVERSITY OF SOUTHERN QUEENSLAND, QUT, LATROBE UNIVERSITY, AUSTALIAN CATHOLIC UNIVERSITY, CHISHOLM INSTITUTE and many more. Students will have a chance to address any queries and concerns about foreign study system syllabus that they may have. This will be a new horizon for the Goan students who want to explore the professional education career to enhance their career prospects worldwide and for better job placement. Sd/- Mr. IVORY JOAO (Area Manager) VIEC GOA BRANCH Office No 111, 1st Floor, SUPREME BOMBI PLAZA, COMBA MARGAO GOA. Phone: 2730763, 2734277, 9422447454. SMS: VIECGOA 5050
[Goanet] Going Nuts !
* G * O * A * N * E * T C * L * A * S * S * I * F * I * E * D * S * GARCA BRANCA VACATION ACCOMMODATION LOUTULIM, SOUTH GOA. For RR; modern/clean amenities; serene, healthy and wholesome location Visit http://www.garcabranca.com for details/booking/confirmation. Never a bean off our sole coffee tree in Goa, the birds got the little buds at sundown ! Thanks to Ven for intervening, and the 'scan' on my mental gyrations. You did try, Venni, but I am not able to give our friend in Britain the time i cannot spare, and i am not the windmill that confronts his lance. The last time around, our 'Sancho' diverted a very busy Santoshbab into working on his epic, of which we am very proud, but Sant probably wants to pound me for the provocation. Piety went to school when it was headed by Ildeafonso, and the Farias and Nobays probably revive unpleasant memories, but his campaign today can be compaired to Russian/Polish anti-semitism -- there are no Jews left to villify ! For better or for worse, few Brahmin priests, bhatcars or overseers survive today, and sadly, their daughters are being filched by caucasians. I was numbed when i saw the Vietnam figures on Goanet. Some of it reflects the activities of their people who have returned home after a stint in the West. I believe the same phenomenon is at visible in India. Mozambique, with its Durban based Parsee and Gujarathi planters, was once synonymous with cashew nut production. The Quilon family are Pillai, their face to us was Rajan Pillai, the London based prodigal son. He further cemented the seventy year ties with Planters-National Biscuit ( Nabisco-US ), and was, shall we say trustee, to a one hundred million dollar Ross Johnson stash in Singapore. Ross was the RJR honcho, and the 'barbarian' of the bestselling 'Barbarian at the Gates'. The Britannia acquisition was a joint deal, but PIllai double crossed, and Ross bought a fraud conviction, in Sigapore. Rajan fled to India, only to become a bigger target: seized when he refused to play, it is believed the political price was fifty million, he was allowed to die in a prison sell of a mysterious bleed - who can forget the pictures that were published in Delhi. Venn, your buddy Stan had a role there, write me direct ! Eric.
Re: [Goanet] Today's Refections- God and you
* G * O * A * N * E * T C * L * A * S * S * I * F * I * E * D * S * GARCA BRANCA VACATION ACCOMMODATION LOUTULIM, SOUTH GOA. For RR; modern/clean amenities; serene, healthy and wholesome location Visit http://www.garcabranca.com for details/booking/confirmation. Hi Albert Can you please tell me what makes you so certain about what you write about God? Does doubt enter your consciousness at all? Just asking Cornel Albert Desouza wrote: Abba means father is a very nice yet powerful word because it refers to God .Abba is a powerful God, loving God and merciful God.
Re: [Goanet] Vietnam shows how_About will
* G * O * A * N * E * T C * L * A * S * S * I * F * I * E * D * S * GARCA BRANCA VACATION ACCOMMODATION LOUTULIM, SOUTH GOA. For RR; modern/clean amenities; serene, healthy and wholesome location Visit http://www.garcabranca.com for details/booking/confirmation. Hi Venantius Many thanks for you interpretation of Eric's piece. I understood you clearly and well. It seems a pity that Eric couldn't be as lucid as you. Most certainly, a couple of my friends and I laboured over his prose and ended up being pretty mystified and confused as to what on earth he meant. I had no idea that Eric carried a stethoscope. No wonder, his written word is a bit like a doctor's prescription---illegible to most! Thankfully, prescriptions are now generally word processed. However, one thought has just crossed my mind and I say this constructively. It is possible to speak into a non-too-expensive small computer and have the words appear in print without using a keyboard. Sometimes some can speak better than they can write coherently and this may be the answer to Eric's little difficulty. Of course, he could always use an amanuensis to help avoid discombobulation in the thought and written process. Regards and thanks again Cornel Venantius Pinto wrote: Cornel, Eric Pinto is very unique in his formulation of word relationships, as well as in making analogies in thought and ideas. I enjoy his postings which can appear to be cryptic, containing nuggets of thought seemingly tangential but indeed do hold together. He would rate very high on the MAT test. I hope you do not mind my attempting an interpretation. I am not validating any opinions though, but presenting my reading. Of course Eric will auscultate my head (perhaps clobber with a stethoscope) if I have caused violence to his text!
[Goanet] Upcoming Events in Kuwait - KGTS' 5th Annual Show
* G * O * A * N * E * T C * L * A * S * S * I * F * I * E * D * S * GARCA BRANCA VACATION ACCOMMODATION LOUTULIM, SOUTH GOA. For RR; modern/clean amenities; serene, healthy and wholesome location Visit http://www.garcabranca.com for details/booking/confirmation. KGTS 5th Annual Show: Kuwait-Goa Tiatristanchi Sonvstha (KGTS) working towards the betterment of Konkani stage and artistes, will present its annual show in February 2008 - A surprise item for Konkani lovers. Watch out for more details about the venue, date, etc. in your favourite newspapers and Goa's internet media. It's a presentation by KGTS - the largest premiere organization of Konkani stage artistes, musicians, stage technicians and singers. Info source: KGTS / 2007MC Your heard it first at www.goa-world.com
