[Goanet] Talking Photos: St. Inez, Ponda/Borim Church/Chapel
Talking Photos: St. Inez, Ponda/Borim Church/Chapel Mount Carmel Chapel (Ponda) http://www.flickr.com/photos/joegoauk15/3069672117/sizes/l/ SFX Chapel ( near new Borim bridge) http://www.flickr.com/photos/joegoauk15/3083557621/sizes/l/ St. Inez Church (with Tiatr board at the main entrance) http://www.flickr.com/photos/joegoauk15/3069671901/sizes/l/ [EMAIL PROTECTED] for Goa & NRI related info... http://in.groups.yahoo.com/group/GOAN-NRI/ For Goan Video Clips http://youtube.com/joeukgoa In Goa, Dial 1 0 8 For Hospital, Police, Fire etc
[Goanet] Check how 'dirty' Goa Police can be..
Check how dirty Goa Police can be.. Stealing or robbing? We have heard youngsters involved in such cases We have heard ladies involved in such cases We have heard ministers involved in such cases We have heard local MLAs/MPs//Sarpanch/Panch involved in such cases We have heard Church Priests involved in such cases We have heard Temple Prietes/Bhats etc involved in such cases We have heard outsiders involved in such cases We have heard house maids/servants involved is such cases We have heard sons/daughters involved in such cases Did you ever hear the Goa Police involved in stealing ? You may say, chet, how can a protector of law become a criminal? read this.. At Goa Dabolim International Airport, some unknown culprit entered into the Flamingo Duty Free Shop by digging a hole into the wall and attempted to steal Duty Free items worth about Rs. 3.5 lacs. Luckily, the stolen items were later found in the campus of the airport premises. Investigation revelaed that it was none other than a Police Constable Hemant Kankonkar who was actually involved in the burglary. Mr. Kankonkar was attached to the Police Outpost at Dabolim Airport. He was immediately suspended and later on dismissed after foolproof evidence was found against him by the Goa Police Dept. After the Bollywood movies like Shri 420, Aunty 420 etc How about now ‘Police 420’? Selling ‘Heroin’/Drugs in Goa. We have heard Goan involved in selling heroin and other drugs in Goa. We have heard outsiders selling drugs in Goa We have heard Foreigners selling drugs in Goa Ever heard of Goa Police selling drugs in Goa? Read this.. (Today’s TOI) Two Calangute constables caught selling ‘heroin’ Panaji: Two constables from Calangute police station were caught red-handed while trying to sell heroin worth about Rs 3 lakh at Calangute late Wednesday evening. Sources revealed that the the Anti-Narcotic Cell of the Goa police had set a trap for a drug dealer who had promised to deliver 1 kg of heroin. However, instead of the dealer, the two police constables, Rajendra Pednekar and Kalidas Shetye, arrived at the spot with 750 grams of heroin and handed it over to the decoy customer sent by the ANC. The duo were caught in the act. When contacted, senior SP V V Chowdhary said, “We are inquiring into the matter and will take appropriate action.” http://epaper.timesofindia.com/Daily/skins/TOI/navigator.asp?Daily=TOIGO&login=default GOEMCHEA MHOJEA POLICE MAMA KITEM GA TUMCHIM KARMA NA RE TUMKAM DEV OU BHAGVAN RAMA? [EMAIL PROTECTED] for Goa & NRI related info... http://in.groups.yahoo.com/group/GOAN-NRI/ For Goan Video Clips http://youtube.com/joeukgoa In Goa, Dial 1 0 8 For Hospital, Police, Fire etc
[Goanet] How to send a huge bomb or Explosive to Goa by Konkan Railways?
How to send a huge bomb or Explosive to Goa by Konkan Railways? Well, it is as simple as counting 1, 2, 3, 4…. Just put it in a huge barrel or a drum, sealed it and label it as: To GOA (Margao) That’s it. Yes, that’s all you have to do. You don’t even have to furnish the consignee’s or the consignor’s details such as Name. address, Contact number etc. And if it a bomb, it can also be timed to explode midway. Parcel’s contents can be something else too like dead human body etc Still don’t believe? Check yourself here http://oheraldo.in/pagedetails.asp?nid=13587&cid=2 Now, sing along.. Goa Goa Goa Meri hai Goa Goa Goa udar hai (soft to all) Goa Goa Goa funkott hai (free to all) Goa Goa Goa sabko kula hai (open to all) Come to Goa Stay in Goa Goa meri hai [EMAIL PROTECTED] for Goa & NRI related info... http://in.groups.yahoo.com/group/GOAN-NRI/ For Goan Video Clips http://youtube.com/joeukgoa In Goa, Dial 1 0 8 For Hospital, Police, Fire etc
[Goanet] Why should this not be the answer!!
Barad: But don't you all think its right time to hang Mohammad Afzal, also known as Afzal Guru, who was convicted of conspiracy in the December 2001 attack on the Indian Parliament and was sentenced to death by the Supreme Court of India in 2004. Don't you all think this should be the answer pending Mumbai blast outcome?Why is Congress Government feeding him at the cost of us the tax payers for past 3 years without hanging him? What is the hidden motive of Congress government? Response: Fortunately we are not living in a banana republic. There is such a thing called due process of law and justice. There are 26 mercy petitions pending before the President, of which Afzal Guru is the 26th. It would be a travesty of justice if someone is picked up out -of-turn just to fulfill the lust of some blood-thirsty citizens who want to use it as a political tool to secure votes. Incidentally, when the BJP was in power, it sat on the mercy petitions for over 6 years. Regards, Marshall
[Goanet] Why should this not be the answer!!
I agree that Afzal Guru, who is pronounced to be hanged by the Supreme Court, should be hanged, however painful it may look. It is time the UPA govt. respects the law. regards, Samir
[Goanet] GOA State Police Authority - Chairman involved in accident
Accidents have a way of snatching lives, later reminding us that all lives are precious and noble. A few years ago when an entire family in Goa lost their lives in an accident, I mentioned that it is only when politicians loose one of their own that perhaps one may hope to see some change. After I had sent it out, I hoped that this would not happen; for a moment, I had forgotten my belief in the preciousness and sanctity of life. Another relationship has been shattered. This should not happen to anyone, and particularly these days when its simply a matter of implementing with rigor rules and regulations. In fact, this program should have been taken on by Doordharshan decades ago, almost like one of those reeducation programs if you will. Things like teaching people safety, civil behavior, driving etiquette, courtesy, etc., other than the obvious Hum Do Hamare Do (We Two, Our Two), or something on the lines of Hunda Deuu Naye Geuu Naye (Give Not Give Dowry, Nor Receive It. A lot of social education was left undone and unfinished. Perhaps we do not take to self-education too kindly. A related segway: In 2005-06, I was in Japan for three months, of which seven weeks were spent in Awajishima, Hyogo Prefecture. Nagasawa in Awajishima has a school with about ten students and I think four or five teachers. The facilities were simply excellent. The students would often walk home from school on an undulating road on which trucks carrying soil would come from somewhere in the hills at pretty high speed. But no matter what, the minute a driver saw the children --- walking single file, and usually by the edge of the road --- the truck immediately slowed down and kept slowing down till it would gently passed the students, mind you these were tough arsed characters as most Japanese in construction, trucking and a few other industries are. it was a joy to see the subtle choreography -- the juxtaposition of the truck and the children walking. There was no honking, no startling the children in anyway including sudden braking, yelling, leering, just, I presume a certain dignity towards them. That image has stayed with me. Some day I hope people are taught to look across classes and social positions -- taking into consideration their circumstances. So if a truck is coming out of a mining village, no matter what, the driver as well as the principles of the business and the police must see to it that the truck being driven on village roads or even in proximity to a village, even if the highway runs through a village must have certain responsibilities to its environment, and that the people matter. Of course the contexts are different from driving on a regular highway, and those distinctions have to be made in a country like India, otherwise we can talk about India Shining till we are constipated. I would think these are issues that the Governments Secretaries should be looking at. This is not rocket science we are talking about, and that too is pretty simple as shown by our earlier President. People matter dammit. This business of taking, taking, taking -- has to end someplace. My condolences to the family of Mr Eurico Santana Silva. May Thelma Pinto e Silva rest in peace. Venantius J Pinto > From: godfrey gonsalves <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> > Subject: [Goanet] GOA State Police Authority - Chairman involved in >accident > > In a tragic accident last night at 2220 hrs the official car No: > GA-03-G-8008 in which? Justice (Retd) Bombay High Court ,? Mr Eurico Santana > Silva currently the Chairman, of the State Police Authority,? Altinho, > Panaji , r/o Borda, Margao and his spouse Ms Thelma Pinto e Silva n/o > Candolim Bardez , were travelling on their return journey from Panaji after > attending a private function, collided with? an oncoming water tanker > GA-01-T-7272 just beyond the Titan junction on the NH 17? towards the > Cortalim? Margao road? as confirmed?to??this writer telephonically with the > Verna Police Station today.? The accident took place at a spot where there > is no? road divider according the police official . >
[Goanet] Option in voting not to vote for anyone and invalidate your vote?
I have heard that one can actively go to the polling booth and not vote for any candidate. If such votes exceed the number of votes of the leading candidate, then the election is automatically countermanded. It was an option during the paper ballot days to deliberately invalidate your vote. It is possible that this one though may be existing in law has been quietly removed when turning the voting process into an electronic one. With the current dissatisfaction against politicians but at the same time no alternative emerging, this is an option that people can exercise. Can someone who knows the constitution well confirm that such an option exists or at least existed during the paper voting times ? regards, Samir
[Goanet] Daily Grook #296
DAILY GROOK #296 _ PUN FUN _ by Francis Rodrigues no grook pretended to appear pun'itent, no pun is intended so...no punishment! _ puns & word-play of all kinds, if you read between the lines! _ http://2008goanconvention.com/nostalgia.php _
Re: [Goanet] Tribute to Karkare- Julio Ribeiro
--- On Thu, 12/4/08, Marshall Mendonza <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > > Response: This is convoluted logic at its best. Logic > turned upside down. The article on the blog is considered original >because > it suits Santosh. The goal posts are being shifted so that a goal >can be > scored. > Please note the continuation of the tendency to make deceptive claims above, even after being exposed as having engaged in deliberate deception. He is trying hard to make you forget the fact that I had pointed out two blatant instances of editing of the article in question in my very first post in this thread - sensationalization of the title and insertion of an extraneous paragraph with politically charged rhetoric that had very little to do with the offering a solemn tribute to Karkare. In addition to these changes, here are some examples of the editorial corrections made to the unedited non-sensational version of the article, which should have been obvious to anybody who read the two versions carefully: 1. The first instance of ATS has been spelled out as antiterrorist squad. 2. Quotation marks have been put around "in a politically motivated and unprofessional manner". 3. Pragya Singh has been changed to Pragya Thakur. 4. "Karkare was Maharashtra's one of the best police officers" has been corrected to "Hemant Karkare was one of Maharashtra's best police officers". 5. "Mujahiddin" has been changed to "Muhajideen", an alternative spelling and pronunciation that Times of India uses. For example, please see: http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/articleshow/msid-1794069,prtpage-1.cms 6. "political pressure" has been changed to "political machinations". Cheers, Santosh
[Goanet] Monster, that is Pakistan
Originally this monster was created by the British perfidy and in the end it has come to haunt not only the U.S. and its junior partner the U.K. but above all it threatens to engulf the whole of the Indian sub-continent in a giant conflagration of fire. To understand Pakistan we have to know the three layers on which this nation is based. At the bottom layer is the failed state of Pakistan run by the likes of Zardari, Gillani , Quereshi, etc. These pin striped gentlemen with smooth tongues have no control whatsoever over its second layer i.e. the rogue army which is well organized unlike the failed state of Somalia with no credible army to back it. The second layer in its turn too has no control over supra-national organizations like the Al Qaeda and Taliban on Pakistan's western border and Lashkar e Toiba and Jais e Mohamed on its eastern border. Today the U.S. cannot claim innocencefor they were responsible for the creation of Al Qaed and Taliban to fight the Soviet army in Afghanistan. Antonio
[Goanet] Wounded Mumbai Returns to Life - washingtonpost.com (RAMA LAKSHMI WaPo Foreign Service 4 Dec)
GOOD MORNING BOMBAY. http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2008/12/03/AR2008120303 633.html?sid=ST2008120400881&s_pos= rubygoes
Re: [Goanet] MUMBAI'S PRIDE
True. Just as Bernardo Colaco is the pride of Goa, Goanet and all things Goan! FN 2008/12/4 Bernado Colaco <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>: > I think Bombaim's pride is Shiv Sena, RSS, Bajrang > Dal. etc. As you can see they are famous for > changing names of roads, building or train terminals. > The rest who built these edifice's are mere slaves.
Re: [Goanet] Who speaks for us Hindus ?
This is a classic Goanet thread!! Mired in a game of ping-pong until one of the participants blinks. Standby, this good go on for weeks!! A thread that involves Mario; could go on for weeks!! From: Samir Kelekar : Mario dont talk crap. Where did I talk of censoring or ostracizing? Mario responds: OK, but is it alright if I illustrate your crap? With the advent of the OCI, even the Indian government disagrees with Mr. Kelekar. I am only urging the public to note the above. RESPONSE: Why are you urging the public to note the above. Do you think the public cannot read and digest what they read? Do you think the public does not know where Rajan Parrikar or Samir Kelekar stand on issues related to Goa?? Is that why, perhaps, Samir Kelekar is right, above?? Or is that you must see your name in every Goanet Digest?? - Bosco
Re: [Goanet] Newspaper circulation and costs for advertising
Dear Addme, Some years ago (2003), when I was involved with this side of the profession, the circulations of Navhind Times and Herald were in the 30,000 to 33,000 copies per day range. Gomantak Times is probably around 10K or less. Advertising prices are quoted in column centimetre. A "col cm" or "column centimetre" is one column wide, and a centimetre high. We don't use inches much here now. In those days, the column used to be 4.5 cms wide, and there were eight columns to the page. Now, they've shifted to seven columns to the page but the page width has also shrunken a bit Depending on what subject you want to advertise, the rates vary. It's cheaper to advertise for tiatrs (entertainment-related info has some reader-value too) or obituary ads. It should cost anything between Rs 100 to 200 per column centimetre. If the advert you're talking about is roughly 10x2 col cm, it could cost upto Rs 2000 or more. If you pay a 15-25% extra, you could ask for a specific position in the paper. If you pay 100% extra, it could (subject to conditions) appear on the front page. These are very rough calculations. Check out with the office concerned. You could try emailing them. FN 2008/12/4 A Rodrigues <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>: > > I was wondering if members from the mailing list might have any idea > regarding total circulation for each of the major newspapers in Goa. > > Also, what is the projected unit cost for an advertisement with the > dimensions 2 inches by 4 inches. > > Does the advertiser have any say where that advertisement may appear in the > daily? > > Thank you very much for your assistance. > > Sincerely, > > A Rodrigues -- FN * Independent Journalist http://fn.goa-india.org M: +91-9822122436 P: +91-832-2409490
Re: [Goanet] christmas with mog
Hi guys i am sorry that you could not open there links. And thanks for all the guys who wrote to me i hope it will work now. mog from jane Hi guys i would love to wish you all a very merry Christmas and a happy new year. With mog from jjandson http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=stEjTFMb940 Silver Bells - Jim Reeves http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mWzUp2gUUqQ Jim Reeves - An Old Christmas Card http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3_GVOePLQiA Rockin' Around the Christmas Tree http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hZhoF9Isf0o Last Christmas - Wham http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=asq7TW4bRBU Mistletoe and Wine by Cliff Richard http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iF86nM8g8Jw Merry Xmas every1 http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UrZ5jzlkKhg Andy Williams - Silent night http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dX6bC71Zcos Christmas Music: "The First Noel", Andy Williams http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Zer86fEEhhk Its Beginning To Look Like Christmas - Perry Como http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_JvkqmTbZfo The Twelve Days Of Christmas - Perry Como http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8sAJsOJ6qXo The First Noelhttp://www.youtube.com/watch?v=buAETgktOoY O Little Town of Bethlehem http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YhRps_GjbFg Hark, the Herald Angels Sing http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Iv2RmGsd4Sk God Rest Ye, Merry Gentlemen http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RanA-Do25WY Away in a Manger -Christmas Carol - Maureen Hegarty
[Goanet] Goanet] Tukaram Omble --- link
YES WE SALUTE TUKARAM OMBLE. Message: 4Date: Wed, 3 Dec 2008 21:14:03 -0800 (PST)From: Samir Kelekar <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>Subject: [Goanet] Tukaram Omble --- linkTo: [EMAIL PROTECTED]: <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>Content-Type: text/plain; charset=iso-8859-1 The link did not appear in my last post. Here it is again, and the material. http://saravs.rediffiland.com/blogs/2008/12/02/Lets-Stand-up-and-Salute-ASI-Tukaram-Omble.html Lets Stand up and Salute ASI Tukaram Omble _ Explore the seven wonders of the world http://search.msn.com/results.aspx?q=7+wonders+world&mkt=en-US&form=QBRE
[Goanet] ALEXYZ Daily Cartoon (05Dec08)
PATRADEVI CHECK POST "Not taking Bribe...Unbelievable...It's a tradition followed by my Grandfather...Father...Me...Since Goa's Liberation!" To enjoy the visual cartoon please visit: www.alexyztoons.com Site sponsored by www.goasudharop.org
[Goanet] Goa news for December 5, 2008
Goa News from Google News and Goanet.org Visit http://www.goanet.org/newslinks.php for the full stories. *** TIMES VIEW tick with Goa http://news.google.com/news/url?sa=T&ct=us/9-0&fd=R&url=http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/Editorial/TIMES_VIEW__Stick_with_Goa/articleshow/3788990.cms&cid=1277225222&ei=C3Y4SdvWH5TANcv8_KkP&usg=AFQjCNHACjhRgMESCgccKf8VLA90GRP_-Q *** Terror attack takes toll on hotel business - Times of India [48 minutes ago] PANAJI: The ubiquitious Indian tourists that add colour to the palette of flavours in high season Goa are missing. No 'I Love Goa' T-shirt sporting tourists ... http://news.google.com/news/url?sa=T&ct=us/6-0&fd=R&url=http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/Goa/Terror_attack_takes_toll_on_hotel_business/articleshow/3794932.cms&cid=1277606028&ei=C3Y4SdvWH5TANcv8_KkP&usg=AFQjCNGX6x38bqoMMEGWW7KbtWYeQsqfzw *** Goa cracks down on foreigners who overstay - Economic Times [4 hours ago] PANAJI: The Goa government has launched a drive against foreigners who overstay and those residing without proper permits. The state police rounded up more ... http://news.google.com/news/url?sa=T&ct=us/2-0&fd=R&url=http://economictimes.indiatimes.com/News/PoliticsNation/Goa_cracks_down_on_foreigners_who_overstay/articleshow/3794486.cms&cid=1277461933&ei=C3Y4SdvWH5TANcv8_KkP&usg=AFQjCNHYkNRxUfQxxE85k5htnNdrVBh-7Q *** India in Mourning: My Week in Mumbai and Goa - Huffington Post [6 hours ago] We were spending the night in Mumbaion our way to Goa early the next morning, where I was being honored and Deborah was giving a Master Class at the ... http://news.google.com/news/url?sa=T&ct=us/0-0&fd=R&url=http://www.huffingtonpost.com/john-landis/india-in-mourning-my-week_b_148441.html&cid=1277504926&ei=C3Y4SdvWH5TANcv8_KkP&usg=AFQjCNFanJji4lF1y6mKWjZpDSCGnTYyqA *** Goa police step up security drive - Hindu [Dec 3, 2008] Safety concerns: A file picture of tourists at the Calangute beach in Goa. The tourism industry in the State is being bombarded with enquiries about safety ... http://news.google.com/news/url?sa=T&ct=us/4-0&fd=R&url=http://www.hindu.com/2008/12/04/stories/2008120455301000.htm&cid=1277276193&ei=C3Y4SdvWH5TANcv8_KkP&usg=AFQjCNHHUsmVWK5w5WkM_cYfenBzXM1C6A *** Goa Peoples Film Festival: Activism on celluloid - Merinews [7 hours ago] Goa's people are being corralled into a narrow and short-sighted set of beliefs about livelihoods. The government-industry combination advocates a limited ... http://news.google.com/news/url?sa=T&ct=us/8-0&fd=R&url=http://www.merinews.com/catFull.jsp?articleID=151532&cid=0&ei=C3Y4SdvWH5TANcv8_KkP&usg=AFQjCNEmMVH_mkO5hKT8QgsTS1Sl1VBmFA *** Scintillating coastline - The Statesman [3 hours ago] Instead of questioning what Goa has as "scenic beauty" one needs to ask what it doesnt have! Tostart with- obviously the sea. Then the beaches. ... http://news.google.com/news/url?sa=T&ct=us/7-0&fd=R&url=http://www.thestatesman.net/page.news.php?clid=18&theme=&usrsess=1&id=234398&cid=0&ei=C3Y4SdvWH5TANcv8_KkP&usg=AFQjCNHu1qP1e2y25Eg2Pj_SVE3h1lCA_g *** Hyderabad restrict Goa in Merchant trophy - Deepika [2 hours ago] Panaji, Dec 4 (UNI) A deadly bowling by GH Vihari and Vinay Rao enabled Hyderabad to restrict hosts Goa at the score of 187 for eight in 90 overs at close ... http://news.google.com/news/url?sa=T&ct=us/5-0&fd=R&url=http://www.deepikaglobal.com/ENG6_sub.asp?newscode=29381&catcode=ENG6&subcatcode=&cid=0&ei=C3Y4SdvWH5TANcv8_KkP&usg=AFQjCNGkXgN8ST8Htpp18p61mlmojAI6Iw *** GOA Announces New Operations Manager to Support Exhibitor - What They Think [22 hours ago] Adham reports to Sarah Patt-Pronek, Vice President and Trade Show General Manager for PAF/GOA. GOA 2009 is the 34th annual event being held February 26-28, ... http://news.google.com/news/url?sa=T&ct=us/3-0&fd=R&url=http://members.whattheythink.com/news/newslink.cfm?id=34839&cid=1277476970&ei=C3Y4SdvWH5TANcv8_KkP&usg=AFQjCNEQU8c_giWM2KzjShDZDhQqk4zyvA *** Commandos call on Goa hotels every hour - Times of India [48 minutes ago] PANAJI: Quick Reaction Teams (QRTs) of commandos are visiting five star hotels in Goa on an hourly basis. North Goa has three such teams, while South Goa ... http://news.google.com/news/url?sa=T&ct=us/1-0&fd=R&url=http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/Goa/Commandos_call_on_Goa_hotels_every_hour/articleshow/3794948.cms&cid=0&ei=C3Y4SdvWH5TANcv8_KkP&usg=AFQjCNG8yPPHW87dXW5Fpu_JwHClZ9JPYA Compiled by Goanet News Service http://www.goanet.org/newslinks.php
Re: [Goanet] Re ‘Possession’
JoeGoaUk wrote: > I am glad I received two comments so far. Quoted below. --- >> We heard the story that she was passing near the kitchen where all sodas, >> cold drinks and liqour was kept area. All of a sudden one soda bottle was >> opened by itself and she was afraid and thereby spirit came unto her body. >> Soon she started talking in different ways, dressed in different style and >>lots >> of changes that night with her. Folks, Why would a spirit be confined to a soda bottle? Why would it come out from a soda bottle if it is resting there? More importantly, why do people in Goa have all the fun with spirits? In North America our fun is restricted to keeping a look out for IFO's and aliens from other planets who are out to kidnap us. The nice thing about watching out for aliens is that the more one is in touch with er, spirits, the better is the chance of a reported encounter with aliens. Mervyn3.0 PS. If anyone is in touch with spirits, please tell them to come by and visit me. __ Yahoo! Canada Toolbar: Search from anywhere on the web, and bookmark your favourite sites. Download it now at http://ca.toolbar.yahoo.com.
[Goanet] Goa, Pune on hit list for Xmas-NY?
MIDDAY NEWS SERVICE 500 militants plan to enter India posing as fishermen By: J Dey Date: 2008-12-03 Mumbai: Fresh reports indicate that fidayeens are likely to carry out terror attacks in Goa and Pune on the eve of Christmas and New Year Mumbai police and the central intelligence agencies are questioning Azam Amir Kasab on the whereabouts of the 490-odd militants who were trained at the same camp in Pakistan as him. A copy of an intelligence report available with MiD DAY indicates that more than 500 terrorists plan to enter the country posing as fishermen. Kasab, the lone surviving terrorist in custody of the crime branch, has told the police that he is a Pakistani and had undergone training at a Lashkar camp in Pakistan. The questioning assumes significance in the wake of fresh reports that fidayeens plan to infiltrate Goa and Pune. A senior officer with the Anti-Terrorism Squad confirmed that Pune is on the hit list of the fidayeens because of the booming real estate in the city and its emergence as an IT hub. Goa was a terror target two years ago as well. The long coastline in Goa and the security loopholes there suit marine militants. Both Pune and Goa also have a large inflow of foreigners potential targets of the fidayeens. It is reported that the terrorists are likely to strike on the eve of Christmas and New Year. ISI training Interrogation of a few militants by the central intelligence agencies has revealed that the ISI along with the Navy is imparting training to LeT terrorists and other groups like the Hizbul Mujahideen and Jamait-e-Musalman. The fidayeens are taught to swim, handle large boats, lay mines in coastal zones and plant bombs under dams, bridges and ships. The final phase relates to training in navigational techniques, rescue operations, surveillance methods, concealment of explosives and underwater attacks on enemy targets and coastal vessels. Al-Qaeda threat in December '07 In December 2007, the al-Qaeda threatened to carry out terror attacks in Goa. Indian authorities decided to strengthen security in Goa after intelligence agencies warned of a 'Bali-like' attack, referring to the 2002 bombings that killed 202 people, many of them foreigners on vacation.Usually, tens of thousands of backpackers arrive in Goa in December to celebrate Christmas and New Year.
[Goanet] Introductory Lecture on VEDIC MATHEMATICS
Introductory Lecture on VEDIC MATHEMATICS Speaker: Dr. Debmalya Banerjee Dr. Banerjee, a trained Electrical Engineer and corporate forerunner dons many hats. A forerunner alumnus of B. P. Podar Institute of Management and Technology, is also the member of their Board of Governors. This musician from the Bengali folk band Jowar has currently shifted base to world music. In addition to being the youngest faculty at the "World Academy of Vedic Maths" and a columnist at The Telegraph has been travelling extensively over the past 3 & ½ years delivering lectures and conducting workshops on Vedic Maths. He is also a resource person with the NGO Institute of Indian Mother and Child which has 27 centres and runs two schools. Organisers: Sadhanalaya and The International Centre, Goa Venue: The International Centre, Goa - Dona Paula, Goa (Tel: 2452805-10) Date & Time: Friday, 5th December 2008 at 5:00 pm Goa Dialogues http://www.goadialogues.com www.GOANET.org
[Goanet] E-flyer for Indian performer Sugar Sammy in Toronto and Montreal
Dear members of Goan Overseas Association of Toronto and Montreal, As discussed a few weeks ago, we have announced that the Indian performer Sugar Sammy will be coming to Toronto on February 20, 2009, and to Montreal on March 12, 2009. Attached is a pre-sale opportunity for all members of Goan Association in Canada to buy tickets before they are officially on sale to the public on Monday, December 8. If you can send it out as soon as possible so that all your members may benefit from the advance on sale, that would be fantastic. Thanks very much for your support and please feel free to contact me should you have any questions. -- Melissa Vincelli Advertising Coordinator Just For Laughs Touring Projects (T) 450-926-2722 (F) 450-926-2575 (E) [EMAIL PROTECTED]
[Goanet] songs with mog
hi guys hope that you will enjoy this songs. thanks James i hope you will like this too. mog from jane http://uk.youtube.com/watch?v=EMmO1zlajYg&feature=related Bang Bang Korun http://uk.youtube.com/watch?v=wkuQ1UDUl0Q&feature=related mudi http://uk.youtube.com/watchv=nMKzpfraXCM&feature=related This song is dedicated to all the goans working abro... Burgeank lagonudi http://uk.youtube.com/watchv=waWXXQGlgs0&feature=related modgova prassacher http://uk.youtube.com/watch?v=cmk9dS1o8g0&feature=related Goenkar-ponn http://uk.youtube.com/watch?v=BCsMKG7qBL4&feature=related Goeanchi Pitolli http://uk.youtube.com/watch?v=La8zzGQ_FeY&feature=related sasupai combo -philip de orlim edited by sergio http://uk.youtube.com/watch?v=tk43dDGRCes&feature=related goan comedy http://uk.youtube.com/watch?v=xRSIAhN5Ovk&feature=channel Comedian Janet &Agustino http://uk.youtube.com/watch?v=LIeUFyVuRzU&feature=related Dont Miss Sunday - AGUSTINO http://uk.youtube.com/watch?v=SntB_pXvKtM&feature=related Axirvadd-goan song http://uk.youtube.com/watch?v=TSeyCW8qEpg&feature=related Holy Trinity Cross -Osvi Vegas http://uk.youtube.com/watch?v=0zW6EwF5tRI&feature=related Goan Popular Hit Song -Selvy & Janet http://uk.youtube.com/watch?v=x-j4noQt2xo&feature=related Janet in love with music man http://uk.youtube.com/watch?v=0YYRzIgLZx8&feature=related Mopa Airport coming soon in goa http://uk.youtube.com/watch?v=xwZfn4kQhZo&feature=related konkani jokes
[Goanet] India's 9/11? Not Exactly - Amitav Ghosh in The New York Times
At the very least a massive national insult that compares with the debacle with the Chinese in 1962. Same Congress dynasty.*** ***I am waiting to be congratulated on Goanet, for making this connection (stating it) by those sending me private emails questioning my motives, despite having known me on Goanet for so long. venantius > From: "Cecil Pinto" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> > India's 9/11? Not Exactly > By AMITAV GHOSH > Published: December 2, 2008 > > SINCE the terrorist assaults began in Mumbai last week, the metaphor > of the World Trade Center attacks has been repeatedly invoked. From > New Delhi to New York, pundits and TV commentators have insisted that > "this is India's 9/11" and should be treated as such.
[Goanet] Newspaper circulation and costs for advertising
I was wondering if members from the mailing list might have any idea regarding total circulation for each of the major newspapers in Goa. Also, what is the projected unit cost for an advertisement with the dimensions 2 inches by 4 inches. Does the advertiser have any say where that advertisement may appear in the daily? Thank you very much for your assistance. Sincerely, A Rodrigues
[Goanet] NRG Delegation - Signature Campaign for Goa
Dear Non Resident Goans (Any Part of the world). -Ref below email; a reminder to ask anyone wishing to join NRG delegation kindly revert to me. Dear UAE Goans; as informed earlier, -Ref below email; Just a reminder to ask if any one wishes to join NRG delegation, kindly revert to me. -For Abu Dhabi Signature forms, kindly co-ordinate with Mr. Santana Fernandes [EMAIL PROTECTED] -For Dubai & Sharjah signature forms, kindly co-ordinate with Mr. Mario Rodrigues [EMAIL PROTECTED] -We would request to have the above done, latest by Saturday 13th December. 26 November 2008 08:04 subjectSignature Campaign For Goa - Please support. (NRG Delegation) mailed-bygmail.com hide details 26 Nov (8 days ago) Reply Dear Non Resident Goans, Ref. my below mail; we are trying to set up meetings with the Chief Minister, Opposition Leader, NRI Commissioner & the Governor. The dates I suggest for the latter are either of 17th/18th/19th/22nd/23rd of December. We could also meet more MLA's; if time permits. At the meetings, we will hand over copies of the attached signature campaign & discuss its critical demands. If any of you "Non Resident Goans" from any part of the world, are in Goa during this time and wish to be part of this delegation; kindly contact me on my email address. Also, just to re-iterate, we are just co-ordinating a UAE campaign, you can co-ordinate the same in your respective regions & if possible, also give your copies at these meetings. Sincerely, Arwin Mesquita, UAE. Regards, Arwin -- Please post your comments on my Blog: http://goanidentity.blogspot.com/
[Goanet] Tribute to Karkare- Julio Ribeiro
*Santosh: *The above claim of lack of evidence is a deliberate deception. I have provided evidence for two versions of the article, claimed to be written by the same author, one of which (TOI version) is a cheap politicized version. Response: 1. Santosh is well aware that www.faithfreedom.org is a blog where articles are posted by readers and are therefore subject to amendments / changes/ deletions whereas Times of India is a national newspaper of over 100 years old standing and has a legal responsibility for the matter published therein. 2. The article was published in the ToI on the 28th Nov 2008 whereas it was posted on the blog on 29th Nov 2008. It is therefore very clear which is the original. 3. If Santosh is convinced that the article in ToI has been tampered with, he should have the courage of his convictions to write to .the editor of ToI and say so. The very fact that he does not do so, says it all. Santosh: Please note that one with "The Sad End of Hemant Karkare" as the title is likely to be the original version, despite appearing on the internet at a later date. This is because that version was in an unedited form with some minor grammatical errors and ambiguities Response: This is convoluted logic at its best. Logic turned upside down. The article on the blog is considered original because it suits Santosh. The goal posts are being shifted so that a goal can be scored. Regards, Marshall
[Goanet] GOA State Police Authority - Chairman involved in accident
In a tragic accident last night at 2220 hrs the official car No: GA-03-G-8008 in which Justice (Retd) Bombay High Court , Mr Eurico Santana Silva currently the Chairman, of the State Police Authority, Altinho, Panaji , r/o Borda, Margao and his spouse Ms Thelma Pinto e Silva n/o Candolim Bardez , were travelling on their return journey from Panaji after attending a private function, collided with an oncoming water tanker GA-01-T-7272 just beyond the Titan junction on the NH 17 towards the Cortalim Margao road as confirmed to this writer telephonically with the Verna Police Station today. The accident took place at a spot where there is no road divider according the police official . The accident resulted in the instant death of Ms Telma, whose body has been sent to the morgue, while Mr Silva is under observation at the Goa Medical College Hospital at Bambolim in CCU 124. “ He is unaware of the death of his spouse “ cautioned Dr Rajan Kuncolienkar Medical Superintendent of GMC who spoke to this writer telephonically this afternoon. According to some eyewitnesses who spoke to this writer but preferred to remain anonymous owing to the high profile of the accident victims , at the scene of the accident late evening the car was a total wreck, and there was blood all over when some passers-by tried to extricate the body of Ms Thelma . Mr Silva was believed to be in a state of shock Incidentally being a feast day several people retuning from the Feast late evening too were at the spot assisting the police according to the eyewitnesses. Meanwhile according to some sources at the residence the family awaits the return from Portugal, of three of the four sons of Mr Eurico Silva, the other a judge in the trial court and his wife a medical practitioner were at the GMC Hospital, according to Hospital authorities. The driver of the car is also under treatment in the trauma unit, while the tanker driver has not been traced yet till the time of filing this report. The accident has sent shock waves among the legal fraternity and well meaning citizens of Goa. Incidentally Ms Thelma a pianist was tutoring students for their forthcoming exams at a prominent shop in Margao dealing with liturgical matters during the last two weeks . Today some children who were awaiting the arrival of their teacher were shocked to learn of the tragedy . She had an amiable disposition and was held in deep affection by those that encountered with her. The funeral date has not been announced thus far. According to some people in the vicinity they have stated that this road is prone to accidents and it is only the Almight that has saved the lives of many. They felt that the dividers should extend beyond the present junction to avert future tragedies . Ill illumination is also considered as a cause for such accidents as there are no proper road markings to guide the drivers unaware of the road terrain. from the Kessarval end at NH 17 GODFREY J. I. GONSALVES, BORDA, MARGAO, 403 602, GOA. (INDIA) +91 98221 58584 (24 HRS) [EMAIL PROTECTED] Add more friends to your messenger and enjoy! Go to http://messenger.yahoo.com/invite/
[Goanet] An open letter to the Chief Secretary, Government of Goa
An open letter to J. P. Singh - Chief Secretary, Government of Goa Sir, It makes me feel no end safe and secure now that the border check posts are liberated from the rapacious greed of the Goa Police. I find my self at a loss to find words of praise for the I. G. P Kishan Kumar who actually had to disguise himself, use his unofficial car and sleuth on bike and foot to film the corrupt border guards. That corruption is rampant in the police department is a well known fact and even a school child of average intelligence will tell you, Sir. If you do have the time please take the time to check the records of the Panaji Police Headquarters. You will find that some years ago a police officer on duty at the police station booked a complaint against a traffic constable who was on duty at the bus stand for depositing a bundle of cash at the Panaji Police station counter. This was widely reported in the news papers. There was no further development in the case so presumably it was swept under the counter (literally). It is a disgrace to read in the newspapers that the hafta is spread across the board from Ministerial level to constable level! The point I am trying to make is that will the I. G. P. show as much diligence in putting a stop to the hafta taking by the cops in all matters such as foreigners riding bikes, the buses at the major bus stands, the matka taking (how can one explain a stall having only a table and a chair manned by a guy with receipt books and nothing else?), the laxity in enforcing traffic rules against overcrowded buses, non issuance of tickets, police themselves breaking traffic rules, the illegal scrap yards, ? May we know what the vigilance department is doing? Do these guys read the local papers? Or watch television? Newspapers have reported that a police inspector has a house way beyond his known sources of income. So how come no action is taken? The ordinary citizen needs liberation from these acts of extortion In the aftermath of 26/11 when all brooms are sweeping clean, will the Goan brooms come out of the closet? -- тσηу Tony de Sa Ph: +91 832 2470 148 M: +91 9975162897 E: tonydesa at gmail dot com --- Things do not change; we change. - Henry David Thoreau
[Goanet] Why India needs Narendra Modi?
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[Goanet] Why should this not be the answer!!
Let the investigation about Mumbai blast continue to its logical or political conclusion? But don't you all think its right time to hang Mohammad Afzal, also known as Afzal Guru, who was convicted of conspiracy in the December 2001 attack on the Indian Parliament and was sentenced to death by the Supreme Court of India in 2004. Don't you all think this should be the answer pending Mumbai blast outcome? Why is Congress Government feeding him at the cost of us the tax payers for past 3 years without hanging him? What is the hidden motive of Congress government? Best regards, Dr. U. G. Barad
[Goanet] Who speaks for us Hindus ?
Mario wrote: > > As one who represents the spirit of reason, truth and peace on Goanet, I > have noticed that Samir seems to have embarked on yet another > contentious attempt on Goanet to censor some members and/or ostracize > them when one disapproves of their opinions and is unable to deal with > them in this open forum. Here we see that he has reserved his > opprobrium for "Some of these... > Date: Mon, 1 Dec 2008 21:00:14 -0800 (PST) From: Samir Kelekar <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Mario dont talk crap. Where did I talk of censoring or ostracizing? Mario responds: OK, but is it alright if I illustrate your crap? See if you can follow this: a) Samir Kelekar wrote, "Rajan Parrikar is a US Citizen (as he himself has stated here) and his political involvement in Goa has to been seen for what it is --- an involvement of a foreign citizen in the affairs of India." b) Samir Kelekar wrote, "He [Rajan Parrikar] was born an Indian citizen, and if he indeed wants to get deeply involved in Indian politics, it is time he changed back to Indian citizenship." c) Samir Kelekar wrote, "I am only urging the public to note the above." To begin with this line of reasoning by Mr. Kelekar had nothing to do with any political involvement in India by Mr. Parrikar, simply some robust opinions on the Indian scene on Goanet. The last time I checked, Mr. Parrikar has no intentions of running for political office in India, which is one of the few things he is not allowed to do as a foreign citizen. We clearly see Mr. Kelekar, while claiming he is not censoring or ostracizing a fellow-Goanetter, Rajan Parrikar, urging everyone on Goanet to note that said Rajan Parrikar does not have the proper credentials to get involved in Goan affairs because Mr. Kelekar claims the aforementioned Mr. Parrikar is an American citizen who must renounce his American citizenship and change back to his original Indian citizenship before anyone should allow him to be "deeply involved in Indian politics". Mr. Kelekar has also written, "Some of these (not all) who cast themselves as Hindus, are the height of hypocrisy. Having made their career in a "Christian" country, and probably even having taken the citizenship of that country, they are now trying to save their religion." Thus, according to Mr. Kelekar, Mr. Parrikar does not even have credentials as a Hindu since he ostensibly lives and works in a "Christian" country. [Memo to Mr. Kelekar: The USA is a secular, not a "Christian" country] In the learned opinion of Mr. Kelekar, Mr. Parrikar is null and void with regard to anything concerning Goa and Hinduism, and must therefore shut the heck up on these two subjects and confine himself to off-topic posts in this forum. Yet, Mr. Kelekar claims he is not censoring or ostracizing Mr. Parrikar. Of course not. Just reminding everyone, Mr. Parrikar is simply null and void. The aforementioned Mr. Kelekar, has also informed me as follows, "If you want to do something for Goa and you are born an Indian citizen, it is elementary that you shouldnt be taking up US citizenship. Otherwise, what are your priorities/commitment to Goa vis-a-vis US ?" Since I am a Christian living in what Mr. Kelekar falsely calls a "Christian" country, I am so relieved that he will not object to me opining on issues involving Christianity in India, like the Christians getting beaten up by extremist-Hindu mobs. I hope the British and Canadian Goanetters are closely following Mr. Kelekar's line of thinking, even though he has singled out only American Goanetters as unqualified to help Goa. If Mr. Kelekar would concern himself less with the credentials of his fellow-Goanetters and do some research on recent history, he would learn that the four countries where most foreign Goanetters come from, namely Australia, Britain, Canada and the USA have done more for other countries in terms of time, treasure and giving their very lives on behalf of others than what Indian citizens may have done for themselves since Independence. I think we "foreigners" have EARNED the right to help Goa and India and any other place we choose to without bothering about one frustrated Goanetter who thinks only citizens should be allowed to help a country, yet has been unable, as a citizen, to do so. With the advent of the OCI, even the Indian government disagrees with Mr. Kelekar. I am only urging the public to note the above.
[Goanet] Re ‘Possession’
Re ‘Possession’ I am glad I received two comments so far. Quoted below. = I Hi Joe, Yes I do believe you on the above subject cause exactly the same what you narrated below our grandmother had told us a couple of years back, especially about Miss Ana Francisca,( she was from Arrosim Banda, this is what our grandmother told us). Infact my grandmother was so scared even to take her name because she possessed even those people taking her name. We were told that she possessed a lot of people especially young girls and newly married people were her target. I can still recollect, whenever we went to Arrossim or Cansaulim, my grandmother made sure we returned back home before six in the evening by all means. Our grandmother also cautioned us never to pick up our handkerchief if it had to fall down. Miss Ana Francisca was very popular, for sure people from Utorda, Majorda,Arossim, Cansaulim & Velsao will still remember her. === II Yes Mr. Joe, I too heard about such stories and wirtnessed too. Once we went to a friend's wedding at Arossim. We return back home to the brides home( poltonem) we heard and saw too one girl became sick suddenly. She was bride's neighbour who did not come for wedding becqause she was mourning who accompanied back home with bride's old aunty that day. We heard the story that she was passing near the kitchen where all sodas, cold drinks and liqour was kept area. All of a sudden one soda bottle was opened by itself and she was afraid and thereby spirit came unto her body. Soon she started talking in different ways, dressed in different style and lots of changes that night with her. Everybody knew she has been possessed by a spirit. Next morning a strong man brought to frighten her and all started asking questions with her. She was a female spirit from that area too who had died some years before and we asked lots of questions with her she used to answer at once who knew everything of our area. She used to call of us with our names too, but she never told her name at once. Like this went on upto wednesday she told us who she was. Even I asked her why you were not telling us your name earlier. She said that she was afraid because her brother was there whom she don't want to disclose her name. I asked her why are you here she said for penance, where are you now she said outside world roaming around this is a punishment from God because I used to spoil bread, they had a bakery and feed for pigs which she used to raise at home and never give to the poor people. She died due to TB sickness and she never married and since she was a spinster, she came to fulfil her wish to see her friends wedding. That day was her friends wedding and she came to witness the wedding that was her wish. She even asked me 'boro nachlo mure kazarak' On wednesday she said she will go and she gave us time too and a group of us were standby with her to see when she is going and where. She exactly went to her own house and to her place where she used to sit before her death on a rocking chair and fell on her forehead and finished the end. Regards, === The post http://lists.goanet.org/pipermail/goanet-goanet.org/2008-December/084652.html [EMAIL PROTECTED] for Goa & NRI related info... http://in.groups.yahoo.com/group/GOAN-NRI/ For Goan Video Clips http://youtube.com/joeukgoa In Goa, Dial 1 0 8 For Hospital, Police, Fire etc
[Goanet] Country First: Candle Light Rally ??
[Goanet] Country First: Candle Light Rally "Country First", the Rally in Support of the terror Victims will commence near the St. Inez Municipal Quarters at 6 pm and then proceed towards 'Azad Maidan' == It looks like there were some candle light rallies that took place already elsewhere in the country. First such rally on 29th Nov Quote: Candlelight rally taken out Journalists belonging to the electronic and print media units of the APUWJ on Saturday took out a candlelight rally from Asilametta junction to condemn the terror attacks in Mumbai. Print media unit secretary K. Ramu, electronic media unit president Koteswara Rao and others were present. Second rally on 1st Dec See a pic and news report here http://www.thehindu.com/2008/12/02/stories/2008120259570500.htm == In Goa it's on 7th Dec starts at 6pm. Thanks [EMAIL PROTECTED] for Goa & NRI related info... http://in.groups.yahoo.com/group/GOAN-NRI/ For Goan Video Clips http://youtube.com/joeukgoa In Goa, Dial 1 0 8 For Hospital, Police, Fire etc
[Goanet] Country First: Candle Light Rally
Country First: Candle Light Rally Panjim Residents to show solidarity with Mumbai Terror Victims Residents of Panjim will come out on the streets of the city to participate in a "Candle- light Rally" on Sunday, the 7th of December 2008, to show their solidarity and pay homage to the victims of Mumbai terror attacks and the brave Jawans who fought with their lives. The solidarity Rally shall also highlight the need of the State to promote India's spirit of "unity in diversity", to take measures to ensure the safety of its citizens and to ensure that the perpetrators of every Act of Terrorism and Violence are brought to book Shri Yatin Parekh, Dy Mayor CCP has initiated this programme to mark the 12 day remembrance of the terror attacks on India's financial Capital and he will be supported by Social clubs from the city, namely St. Inez Sports and Cultural Club, Rudreshwar Panaji, Rudreshwar Yuvak Sangh, St. Inez Sanskrutik Mandal, JCI St. Inez and Panjim Gujrati Yuvak Mandal. "Country First", the Rally in Support of the terror Victims will commence near the St. Inez Municipal Quarters at 6 pm and then proceed towards 'Azad Maidan' before culminating back at the venue near the Municipal library at St. Inez, where a short patriotic programme will follow. Prominent Activists/ Speakers will also speak on the occasion. The organizers request the Public to join the solidarity Rally and also appeal to the school and college children to submit Posters, Poems, Essays, etc which shall prominently be displayed at the venue and certificates awarded to the participants. Yours sincerely Shri Yatin Parekh, Dy Mayor, CCP St. Inez Sports and Cultural Club Rudreshwar Panaji Rudreshwar Yuvak Sangh St. Inez Sanskrutik Mandal JCI St. Inez Panjim Gujrati Yuvak Mandal.
[Goanet] mog songs
Hi guys Just thought that i will send you this hope you will enjoy it. mog from jjandson http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=B6QQBwBdyyQ old konkani love song http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lvvophW5Eog Solomon King - She Wears My Ring http://uk.youtube.com/watch?v=anC6y-2a93c http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fGSbnYDVfS4 Lionel Richie Penny Lover http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PY45DkaP9Ls Stevie Wonder - I just called to say I love you http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4hxdRva7lGo Engelbert Humperdinck - The Last Waltz http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DBHkn8_ApJw La Paloma http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IQd2kCuj5Nk Elvis Presley - Spanish Eyes http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2ql-g5XsLs8 Elvis ~ Help Me Make It Through The Night http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nW4HA7A6c3o Engelbert Humperdinck - There Goes My Everything http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QxRyPKYlIsc Ben E King - Stand By Me http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zV6WgRAN9FU The Drifters - Under The Boardwalk http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vqxWN05p4TQ Cliff Richard - Daddy's Home http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YrUfPGNX9AQ cliff richard and the shadows - when the girls in your arms http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3ujBjUriUjI From A Jack To A King - Jim Reeves http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=acPLCUVg0pU Shakin Stevens - Give Me Your Heart Tonight http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6BxlM-d6aWQ Elvis Presley - Are You Lonesome Tonight http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=J_pHQekIZxU Elvis Presley It's now or never http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UIUlWZHlXSc Roses Are Red (My Love) - BOBBY VINTON (1963 http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_Ek3eCbfqp0 The Tennessee Waltz - singer Patti Page 1950
[Goanet] One crore for Gold, 5 lacs for life.
An Ace shooter gets buuls eve and win GOLD. Gove gives him One Crore. Tukaram Omble, Police office shoots at terroist give his life to arrest a Terrorist LIVE. Govt Gives him Rs.5.00lacs. Is this tregedy of our System? Shrikant Vinayak Barve Add more friends to your messenger and enjoy! Go to http://messenger.yahoo.com/invite/
[Goanet] ANGER AND HATRED ABOUND
I do hope that you will find this topical for early publiction. Kindly acknowledge receipt. Best wishes. Averthanus _ ANGER AND HATRED ABOUND. Averthanus L. D'Souza. The dastardly and clinically executed attack on Mumbai (and on India) by a professionally trained and stone-hearted terrorist outfit has understandably outraged the citizens of this peace-loving and tolerant country.Media reports, particularly on national TV channels have outdone themselves in reporting the anger and the resentment which is felt by all citizens, without exception.In the aftermath of such a massive tragedy it is therapeutic for some people to vent their anger and frustration in public. Hopefully, this will also serve as a safety valve for the pent-up anger of those who can only vicariously give expression to the hurt and numbness which lies deep in their hearts. Under certain circumstances anger is a normal response. But under no circumstance should anger be allowed to determine the future course of action to cope with a tragedy. By interviewing people from all walks of life on TV and conducting "public discussions," the TV channels are, perhaps, carrying out their objective of disseminating the news as they see it,but there is a danger that these TV channels might lose their objectivity and become partisan as seems to have happened in the wake of the Mumbai blasts. The impression that one gathers from viewing the footage and the discussions is that some of our TV channels are being less than fair to the authorities who had to cope with a tragedy of unprecedented proportions. To blame them for being "unprepared" is accurate only up to a point. To condemn them is unfair. Urban terrorism is a new phenomenon for which even "advanced" countries have proved to be unequal. The attacks on the World Trade Centre in New York caught the American security system completely by surprise; as did the attack on the Pentagon, and the train bombings in Madrid, in London and in Tokyo. We seem to make comparisons with these events without acknowledging that those Governments and their Intelligence agencies were also caught completely unprepared. It was only after the attacks that those Governments began to upgrade their security apparatus. The Government of India could not have been expected to be any better prepared. It is only after a number of similar attacks that the Security Agencies are able to discern a pattern and to make reasonable projections about the nature of future attacks. It is indisputable that our Governments are totally unprepared to handle urban terrorist attacks. Multiplicity of agencies, lack of sharing of information, non-existence of coordination in the processing of intelligence reports are only some of the faults that have become evident from the analysis of recent attacks. A knowledgeable person who was interviewed on TV emphatically asserted that the handling of the Mumbai attacks could have been more effective had there been a clear "Command and Control" Centre in existence. We are always wiser in hindsight. The important lesson, however, to be learnt from the Mumbai experience is that urban terrorism is an activity for which "professionals" are rigorously trained for long periods of time. Let us not delude ourselves that every citizen who has suffered from the fall-out has a technical or organizational solution to offer. It is one thing to give vent to our anger and frustration, but it is quite another thing to proffer advice to the "professionals" on how they should do their job.A certain restraint seems to be called for in public airings by TV channels.Also to be borne in mind is the reality that the media (specially TV) has its own unique role to play; but this does not include becoming a platform for protest - specially when the protest is unfocussed, inadequately informed, diffused and vague. Unfortunately, our local/national TV channels did not distinguish themselves in the course of reporting the tragic attacks. One small example is the fact that a TV reporter repeatedly announced that she knew the number of casualties in the Taj Mahal Hotel, but that she was not going to share this information with the viewers.There might have been good reasons why the casualty figures should not have been disclosed; but it was inappropriate for her to repeatedly insist that she was not going to reveal these figures even thought they were made officially available by the Hotel and the Security authorities. Anger and frustration is understandable, but emotional outbursts do not contribute towards finding solutions to the problem. India's TV channels should refrain from becoming the platforms for protest, specially when these protests are incoherent and unfocussed. The Security Agencies should be allowed to make their assessments of the attacks and to identify their
[Goanet] Checkposts
Checkposts Goa border areas check posts, police really taking hafta from all vehicles? The answer is yes. And this is not something new or recent, it's been going on for a long time now. Did you know? They make upto Rs.30,000 per day by means of hafta collection. I am sure half of it goes to the SP and Dysp of that area/taluka. Who knows? Local ministers/MLA may get their cut too. Imagine making money upto Rs.9,30,000 per month. If half of it goes to higher up, the remaining half will be shared amongst the 3 or 4 at the check post. That means each will get about Rs.1,15,250 per month. And what will be their actual wages? It would around Rs.8,000 - 12,000 p.m. Recently, upon a tip off, GOA IGP raided the check post in North Goa-maharastra border (Patradevi) and he himself saw a man collecting Rs.10 each from each and evry 4 wheelers (light), heavy vehicle pays more. The area SP/IP and 2 others immediately placed under suspension. All it matter for them was the hafta and they let the vehicle go unchecked. And who said Goa has strict security policy ? It's a shame Goa police not taking it seriously even after the recent Bombay terror attack. I find it ever more strange to know that the Goa Police Higher ups including The IGPs did not know about the illegal hafta collection at the border check posts/entry points. Not just Goa Police but Maharastra Police taking hafta too. Recently, when we visited 'Amboli Falls' they would not let our Qualis go until and unless our driver pays Rs.20. It end up in arguments and in the end no money paid but we lost about 40 minutes of our limited time just for Rs.20. btw, halfta has become part of their job and offcourse, a major part of their dirty income. Shame on Goa Police CHECKPOSTS TO CHECK VEHICLES ENTRING GOA BUT WE NEED ANOTHER CHECKPOST ONLY TO CHECK CHECKPOSTS [EMAIL PROTECTED] for Goa & NRI related info... http://in.groups.yahoo.com/group/GOAN-NRI/ For Goan Video Clips http://youtube.com/joeukgoa In Goa, Dial 1 0 8 For Hospital, Police, Fire etc
