[Goanet] Disappointing Manohar Parrikar
I am extremely disappointed with Manohar Parrikar's association with BBSM, for the recent Bandh on 6th June 11. I had some respect for Parrikar with regards to his high administrative/governing capabilities, when compared to many other tainted and extremely corrupt MLA's who are Smugglers, Pimps, Drug Lords, Land Sharks etc. But I am shocked that he aligned with the Shashikala's Group; who were not only known historically for being against Goa retaining its separate identity, but also who made communal/unfair statements. Also is the BBSM fight for Konkani or is it actually for Marathi? Why are there over whelming more Marathi Aided Government Schools in Goa today vs. Konkani, if Konkani is the official language of Goa? I would have had some understanding if Manohar, BBSM, UGDP and other hypocritical Konkani supporters were fighting for the exclusivity of Konkani, but this does not appear to be the case!! There are issues which are more serious in Goa today e.g. mining which is devastating Goa, Mega Project Menace, Crime, Severe Regional Plan in-consistencies, Demand for Special Status, Goa slowly going from the hands of Goans etc. Why can't Manohar Parrikar and the BJP protest with the similar enthusiasm more wisely against these more critial issues? If he did the latter then I am sure that many Goans would have stood with him and respected him. Arwin Mesquita, UAE Please post your comments on my Blog: http://goanidentity.blogspot.com/ Please also see below: 1. Benaulim Village Action Committee: http://www.bvacbenaulim.blogspot.com/ 2. "Rape of Goa" : http://www.parrikar.com/blog/the-rape-of-goa/ 3. MAND - an adivasi-rights resource centre : http://mandgoa.blogspot.com/ 4. EVERY GOAN SHOULD SEE THIS VIDEO: http://infochangeindia.org/Infochange-documentary.html 5. Goa's Identity Movement group on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com//#/group.php?gid=193497031686 6. Official Government Site NRI Office (GOA): http://www.globalgoans.org.in/
[Goanet] Navatara Goan owner Carlos Tavora stands up against bandh despite threats and shows the way to all Goans
Navatara stands up against bandh despite threats TEAM HERALD teamher...@herald-goa.com PANJIM: Navatara, a name popular with foodies in Panjim, Mapusa and Porvorim, lived up to its admirable reputation once again of keeping its restaurants open despite bandh call on Monday. The pure vegetarian restaurant which has received accolades for its quality food and hygiene, was the only outlet that stood up against the bandh, implicitly terming it as illegal. With complete police protection, service at all three restaurants went on smoothly. With no other place open for the famished, Navatara dished out its fare solace to tourists, Panjimites and those working. Navatara owner, Carlos Tavora, who runs this food chain for last 25 years, feels that is one of the ridiculous ways of raising your voice. As per the apex court, bandh is illegal and is unacceptable, he said adding that, ?time has come when more and more people need to stand up against such anti-social elements?. In last 25 years there has been not a single occasion, when Navatara has downed its shutters. It?s been now almost 16 years, since the food chain is operational at Mapusa and soon will be completing its first anniversary in Porvorim. I am a business man and my aim is to serve people. I am not a politician, Tavora said adding that since the restaurant was opened at Panjim, 25 years ago, he has not supported any bandh irrespective of who and why is it called. I live in a democracy, where nobody can force me to close down or stop serving. Everyone here has freedom and so do I, he added. When asked to throw light any troubles he may have faced during the agitations, in past, Tavora said that there are instances wherein his restaurants at Panjim and Mapusa were stoned. Once a mob had also threatened my staff, he said. Regarding the Monday bandh call, Tavora informed that on Saturday last, a group of 30 had marched into his Porvorim restaurant warning to close down on June 6. But he was not one to be given-in. All Goans salute you and you make us proud!!!
[Goanet] re.Viva Remo! You dared to say it
I also agree with Soter on Remo below. Well Done Remo!! Arwin Message: 11 Date: Thu, 9 Jun 2011 08:15:33 +0530 From: "SOTER" To: Subject: [Goanet] Viva Remo! You dared to say it. Message-ID: <003c01cc264f$52d93420$1901a8c0@user77948b9580> Content-Type: text/plain; charset="iso-8859-1" Remo in his typical bio-friendly style tickled the divisive forces hiding behind the banner of anti-corruption in Goa. He exposed these fraudsters who cannot tolerate others right to freedom of expression and opinion and therefore they were agitated over the dragging in of the MoI issue. The divisive intent behind campaigning for denial of grants to citizens prefering education in English is even worse than economic corruption. Goa is infested with such elements who wear many shirts each according to the occassion. There cannot be unity against corruption when the very campaigners do not respect every citizen's right to worship and education as per their choice. Remo rightly pointed out that the boot lickers of politicians will also jump of popular civil society campaigns like anti-corruption. they enjoy the cake on both sides of the fence. The duplicity of elements like the Naguesh, Shashikala, Satish,...need to be exposed if the peace, harmony and culture of Goa is to b e preserved. Long live Remo! -Soter D -- Please post your comments on my Blog: http://goanidentity.blogspot.com/ Please also see below: 1. Benaulim Village Action Committee: http://www.bvacbenaulim.blogspot.com/ 2. "Rape of Goa" : http://www.parrikar.com/blog/the-rape-of-goa/ 3. MAND - an adivasi-rights resource centre : http://mandgoa.blogspot.com/ 4. EVERY GOAN SHOULD SEE THIS VIDEO: http://infochangeindia.org/Infochange-documentary.html 5. Goa's Identity Movement group on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com//#/group.php?gid=193497031686 6. Official Government Site NRI Office (GOA): http://www.globalgoans.org.in/
[Goanet] Doha Goans sports club on twitter
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[Goanet] Cecil Pinto; now numero uno on face book!
Check it out http://www.independent.co.uk/news/media/online/facebook-recommend-full-page-2149191.html On today's Independent -- DEV BOREM KORUM Gabe Menezes.
[Goanet] Viva Remo! You dared to say it.
Remo in his typical bio-friendly style tickled the divisive forces hiding behind the banner of anti-corruption in Goa. He exposed these fraudsters who cannot tolerate others right to freedom of expression and opinion and therefore they were agitated over the dragging in of the MoI issue. The divisive intent behind campaigning for denial of grants to citizens prefering education in English is even worse than economic corruption. Goa is infested with such elements who wear many shirts each according to the occassion. There cannot be unity against corruption when the very campaigners do not respect every citizen's right to worship and education as per their choice. Remo rightly pointed out that the boot lickers of politicians will also jump of popular civil society campaigns like anti-corruption. they enjoy the cake on both sides of the fence. The duplicity of elements like the Naguesh, Shashikala, Satish,...need to be exposed if the peace, harmony and culture of Goa is to be preserved. Long live Remo! -Soter D
[Goanet] Just A Matter Of Tact (was about Temple Entry)
While it is common sense that one has to dress decently in places of worship one cannot expect people to do the right thing of their own accord. It is the responsibility of the Directorate of Tourism to ensure the message gets to tourists before they go to such places. There are several ways to do this which the Directorate would know. Once people are already there, a tactful solution to the problem would be to stop inappropriately dressed people and offer a wrap-around garment for rent with a deposit, as a requirement for entry. That way the people get to see what they have come for, respect is maintained and the message conveyed to all. I remember two incidents back in the day. The first was at the Catholic Gymkhana, a premier club in Bombay where Christmas and New Year dances were de rigeur for socially inclined Goans. I was in a group of friends of whom one had just come from Ratlam directly to the venue. He had no jacket on and they were checking at the gate. So we went in and told him to remain outside. Once inside, I took off my jacket and sent someone with it for the waiting friend, who was then able to enter. Inside, there was no checking. The other incident was at a Taj Mahal restaurant (don't remember the name). We were in a group and I had no jacket, just a tie. When I was held back, the group decided we should go elsewhere. Quickly, the greeter went to a side room and returned with a jacket for me to don. We had a good evening after that. Our money didn't matter to the Taj, but goodwill did. Who had more finesse? The Catholic Gym or the Taj? Roland. Toronto. "Vivian A. DSouza" wrote: About time people learn to respect the sanctity of places of worship, whether Hindu, Christian, Moslem or Sikh. Agnelo Fernandes in Calangute wrote: I was in Kerala (Kottakkal) with my wife for a month. My wife accompanied a friend she made there to one of the temples in the area. Although dressed in ankle length formal trousers and long sleeve kurta, she was denied entry at the temple because she was attired in trousers - only saree clad women folk were allowed in for worship. She was told - "Lady, Lady in pants, don't enter. Only Saree dress allowed." Sanctity preserved here. Go to our Old Goa churches and you see people in beach wear inside clicking pictures posing as honeymooners. I have seen this during my several visits. Maybe because our Old Goa churches are under ASI care and they don't care ?? Agnelo Fernandes Calangute, Goa
[Goanet] HC adjourns guv office plea in RTI matter
The Goa governor saying the RTI act doesn't apply to him needs a response that should discourage similar fraudulent claims from other public figures. This waste of the high court's time and public money should be made good from his salary in the same manner as public information officers are penalised when they delay giving information to applicants. For good measure, the governor's challenge should attract a fine similar to the one the Supreme Court levies on what it considers frivolous public interest litigation. Linken Fernandes
Re: [Goanet] When law gets enforced by Congress it is undemocratic?
On 8 June 2011 06:07, U. G. Barad wrote: > > Gabe Menezes wrote: Did someone say say he writes books on how to conduct > ones self? > > My comments: > > Englishmen please check what you have written. Is this English or > KATORBHAJI > > Best regards, > > U. G. Barad Englishmen is plural; I am at many places at the same time! -- DEV BOREM KORUM Gabe Menezes.
[Goanet] Check this please...
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Re: [Goanet] Taliban in the pipeline: Baba Ramdev to give arms training to 11, 000 young men
Wed, 08 Jun 2011 13:46:32 -0700, SOTER wrote: Baba Ramdev threatens to arm supporters Throwing a new challenge at the UPA government, yoga guru Baba Ramdev has announced that he would give arms training to 11,000 young men and women - for self-defence - if the government repeats the 'Ramlila Ground incident' in future. Addressing his supporters in Haridwar, the yoga guru, who entered fifth day of his fast on Wednesday, stressed that he does not favour an armed revolution but he would also not allow the repeat of what happened at the Ramilia Ground in the intervening night of June 4-5. Dedicated young men and women would be imparted both sashtra (Vedic education) and sastra (arms training), the Baba said. COMMENT : We do not have the notorious “TORA BORA” caves for establishing HQ. Yes, but we do have “BORRA” caves, in Visakhapatnam. If décor is needed we have other like the : Ajanta Ellora, Elephanta, Edakkal, Kanheri, Barabar, etc. Dr. Ferdinando dos Reis Falcão.
[Goanet] Doha Goans Sports Club on youtube
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[Goanet] Goa news for June 9, 2011
Goa News from Google News and Goanet.org Visit http://www.goanet.org/newslinks.php for the full stories. *** Goa temples ban western tourists in bikinis - Telegraph.co.uk hrough clothes and smooch within their sacred walls. By Dean Nelson, New Delhi Priests at the Mahalsa Narayani Temple in Mardol posted a sign ... http://news.google.com/news/url?sa=t&fd=R&usg=AFQjCNFyh4H5NGPuxlDJCvfsEwuXOF9q9A&url=http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/worldnews/asia/india/8561765/Goa-temples-ban-western-tourists-in-bikinis.html *** Panaji to model itself after French Riviera's tourist hub - Times of India 0Kc5acMxY-N5Bf2dAf3gQfA http://news.google.com/news/url?sa=t&fd=R&usg=AFQjCNGLK4GxTu6Z-ttYR5H49BvLOlvjaw&url=http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/city/goa/Panaji-to-model-itself-after-French-Rivieras-tourist-hub/articleshow/8767758.cms *** BMW arrives in Goa with a new Bavaria Motors sales and service center - Rush Lane 0Q9pSDwxq_CA http://news.google.com/news/url?sa=t&fd=R&usg=AFQjCNHUfyeOGvBOsqLz4ygBQPa9bqNf7A&url=http://www.rushlane.com/bmw-arrives-in-goa-with-a-new-bavaria-motors-sales-and-service-center-1215185.html *** 41 jubilant schools get 100% results - Times of India FcP7HqVgw http://news.google.com/news/url?sa=t&fd=R&usg=AFQjCNFkkkr-kKXrMpguh7oY8Qd56UhZIg&url=http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/city/goa/41-jubilant-schools-get-100-results/articleshow/8767979.cms *** Goa woman ends life after dowry harassment; Four arrested - IBNLive.com NLive.comPTI http://news.google.com/news/url?sa=t&fd=R&usg=AFQjCNHo7WS064K42TcD5nkJosL8yvX9Xg&url=http://ibnlive.in.com/generalnewsfeed/news/goa-woman-ends-life-after-dowry-harassment-four-arrested/718546.html *** Goa, all the way from Portugal - Hindustan Times nd-dance ... http://news.google.com/news/url?sa=t&fd=R&usg=AFQjCNEzXWJDDQEwMgHj9PQRSzsqFWUM2A&url=http://www.hindustantimes.com/Goa-all-the-way-from-Portugal/Article1-707123.aspx *** Kuwait: JP D'Mello Memorial Trophy - Goan teams to fight for top honors - Mangalorean.com 1 for the prestigious JP D'Mello Trophy. The Goan outfits popular Goa Maroons, ...http://news.google.com/news/url?sa=t&fd=R&usg=AFQjCNFE23APuwXDio6pkfaLgrVXHysQaw&url=http://mangalorean.com/news.php?newstype=broadcast&broadcastid=243483 *** NCP aims to tap 'non-Goan' vote bank with special cell - Times of India oan community cell with an objective of reaching out to all the people from outside the state living in Goa and bringing them all into the party fold. ...http://news.google.com/news/url?sa=t&fd=R&usg=AFQjCNH-tS5AYpoZwxQQyXFrbufB4XCwJQ&url=http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/city/goa/NCP-aims-to-tap-non-Goan-vote-bank-with-special-cell/articleshow/8767750.cms *** 'Land crunch could force Goa builders to look outside' - Economic Times onomic TimesPANAJI: Land crunch in Goa could force real estate developers in the state to look for better options elsewhere in the country, an investment advisory firm said on Wednesday. Speaking to reporters after announcing the opening of a Goa branch of the ...http://news.google.com/news/url?sa=t&fd=R&usg=AFQjCNGx6GZQVAWXWgM06JT6yzguaBmESA&url=http://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/real-estate/news-/land-crunch-could-force-goa-builders-to-look-outside/articleshow/8774122.cms *** Goa CM Completes Four Years in Chair Amidst Controversies - Daijiworld.com ijiworld.comPanaji, Jun 8: Goa Chief Minister Digambar Kamat completes four years in chair today amidst several accusations and controversies surrounding him. Kamat will enter fifth, and last year, of its current tenure on June 8. But his tenure is tattered with ...http://news.google.com/news/url?sa=t&fd=R&usg=AFQjCNEXb-H0vaDe38Nq8LrXaGsPYqciDg&url=http://www.daijiworld.com/news/news_disp.asp?n_id=104827&n_tit=Goa+CM+Completes+Four+Years+in+Chair+Amidst+Controversies Compiled by Goanet News Service http://www.goanet.org/newslinks.php
[Goanet] A for Anjuna Beach
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[Goanet] Samba de Goa video goes online
Pianist Joshua Costa's charbusting single 'Samba de Goa' can now be viewed onlive at the following youtube link: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=49oMxLqQABs Enjoy Goa's amazing music talent!
[Goanet] Taliban in the pipeline: Baba Ramdev to give arms training to 11, 000 young men
Baba Ramdev threatens to arm supporters Throwing a new challenge at the UPA government, yoga guru Baba Ramdev has announced that he would give arms training to 11,000 young men and women - for self-defence - if the government repeats the 'Ramlila Ground incident' in future. Addressing his supporters in Haridwar, the yoga guru, who entered fifth day of his fast on Wednesday, stressed that he does not favour an armed revolution but he would also not allow the repeat of what happened at the Ramilia Ground in the intervening night of June 4-5. Dedicated young men and women would be imparted both sashtra (Vedic education) and sastra (arms training), the Baba said. Strongly condemning the government's brutal crackdown on thousands of his supporters, he retreated that his fight against corruption and blackmoney will continue till his last breath. In a bid to clear allegations that he had a political motive behind his satyagraha, Baba Ramdev said he does not belong to any political party or endorse any ideology. Arguing that his agitation has received unconditional support from millions of people across, Ramdev said the situation is grave and all want a respite from the cancer of corruption. Ramdev further said that he has not sought any support from the RSS, but opined that there was no harm if the right-wing organization was supporting him. The main aim of his agitation was to force the government to bring back thousands of crores of blackmoney stashed abroad in tax heavens in foreign locations, he added. http://www.9newz.com/baba-ramdev-threatens-to-arm-supporters
[Goanet] State Ladies Chess Championship rescheduled
The "Tarcar Memorial" State Ladies Chess Championship, organised by JCI St. Inez in association with the Sports Authority of Goa and under the auspices of Goa Chess Association has been rescheduled. The Tournament will now be held from 12 to 14 June, at the SAG Conference Hall, Indoor Stadium, Campal Panaji, 9am onwards. Girls/ Ladies interested in participating must submit their entries latest by June 11 to any of the following: Dattaram R Pinge(9822157208), Swapnil Hoble(9881776689), Prassanna Swamy(9890218971), Avinash Malvankar(9850271759) or Sanjay Kavlekar(9823258711). yours sincerely Sandeep Heble Tournament Coordinator, JCI St. Inez 9326129171
[Goanet] Temples in Goa bar foreigners while others impose a dress code
On Tue, 7 Jun 2011 10:26:17 -0700 (PDT), "Vivian A. DSouza" wrote: About time people learn to respect the sanctity of places of worship, whether Hindu, Christian, Moslem or Sikh. Places of worship are exactly that,? and not a museum or entertainment center.? I hope that the dress code is more strictly applied at all places of worship, and not just a select few.??We Goans are a laid-back tolerant lot, but we have to draw the line somewhere.? Kudos to the temples who have imposed the dress code ! I was in Kerala (Kottakkal) with my wife for a month. My wife accompanied a friend she made there to one of the temples in the area. Although dressed in ankle length formal trousers and long sleeve kurta, she was denied entry at the temple because she was attired in trousers - only saree clad women folk were allowed in for worship. She was told - "Lady, Lady in pants, don't enter. Only Saree dress allowed." Sanctity preserved here. Go to our Old Goa churches and you see people in beach wear inside clicking pictures posing as honeymooners. I have seen this during my several visits. Maybe because our Old Goa churches are under ASI care and they don't care ?? Agnelo Fernandes Calangute, Goa
[Goanet] Action against bus operators who supported bandh
Action against bus operators who supported bandh Transport director Arun Desai said that strict action would be taken against those bus operators who extended support to the June 6 Goa Bandh, subject to the Regional Transport Authority (RTA)'s report on the matter. "In a day or two, the RTA will file a detailed report on the issue, and in particular, will investigate the circumstances under which buses did not ply on the designated routes on Monday," said Desai. He added that the RTA is the registration and licensing authority that issues permits to vehicles and also takes necessary action against vehicles found violating their permit. Incidentally on June 5, the directorate of transport had issued a warning that stated that permits of those buses that supported the bandh would either be suspended or cancelled subject to an investigation. [TOI] COMMENT: How could the buses operate when the Police did not offer protection? -- DEV BOREM KORUM Gabe Menezes.
[Goanet] Song for the day.
Gert Wilden und sein Orchester: Lisboa Antigua http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zMmzKt5kTog&feature=related -- DEV BOREM KORUM Gabe Menezes.
[Goanet] Daily Grook #967
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[Goanet] Goa bandh a success???!!!!
In response to Soter's and Freddy's below mails : Camilo Fernandes : The organisers of the Goa bandh against English, claim that it was a spontaneous success which is ridiculous. The real truth is and they too are fully aware that it was only violence, threats, intimidation and fear that made the common man remain at home. These leaders are just following the same violent tactics used by Shiv Sena in Mumbai where their bandhs are always total not due to the support but the fear of violence and retaliation that people remain at home and dont venture going out. Goans by and large are non violent, peaceful people and no matter which religion one belongs to they live in harmony celebrating one another's festivals collectively. During this bandh they had no choice due to fear of violence and may have not ventured out only due to this reason.As Soter mentioned again a true Goan businessman Carlos Tavaro - Navatarra owner refused to down his shutters despite threats. Navatara, a name popular with foodies in Panjim, Mapusa and Porvorim, lived up to its admirable reputation once again of keeping its restaurants open despite bandh call on Monday He proved that atleast one Goan had the spine to stand up to his principles no matter what the consequences are. Goans can proudly look at him with admiration and he is a source of inspiration to all Goans fighting for justice. The people of Goa have overwhelmingly supported English at the primary level and who are these leaders/political parties to force their own opinion on them. They are the same people who will oppose English yet on the quiet can afford and will send their children to the best English private schools maybe in India or in the States/UK/Canada or Australia and secretly migrate using Portuguese passports. All they are trying to do is take advantage and be in the limelight through the back door professing that they love Marathi and Konkanni. Goans by and large are non violent, peaceful people and no matter which religion one belongs they live in harmony celebrating one another's festivals collectively. These communal leaders are the ones who want to destroy this harmony for their own vested interests.They think Goans are fools and can be taken for granted. It is upto all Goans to remember how these communal parties want to destroy Goa and make sure that they never ever cast their valued votes in favour of these communal parties. Camilo Fernandes Soter wrote : "SOTER" To: Subject: [Goanet] Traders, Vendors, politicians, thugs, have no locus standi in the MoI controversy The Goa bandh called by the BBSM was a flop because the very educational institutions which should have been concerned with the MoI controversy remained open. Traders, vendors, politicians, thugs and communal elements have no locus standi in determining what is a purely educational issue. Baba Ramdevs, Togadias and Shashikalas have absolutely no business in imposing the language of instruction in education. The rightful stake holders are the PTAs and they alone can decide what is beneficial to them. A bunch of political and communal opportunists have not succeeded in their adventure and the parents have given a befitting reply by sending their children to school. What report does Digambar kamat want to send to new Delhi? That the Goa bandh called by divisive and disruptive mergerists miserably failed to master support from parents and therefore could only disrupt commerce. And once again a true Goan businessman refused to down his shutters despite threats. That the close aides of Digambar Kamat were in the forefront of the Bandh and burning effigies of Manmohan Singh. Shame, Shame Digambar! Freddy Agnelo Fernandes wrote : To: goanet@lists.goanet.org Goa?s Fear Psychosis The dreams and designs of the Marathi protagonists were defeated a long time ago, but today after years in hibernation and with the victory of the parents in the MOI issue, they have suddenly woken up to the reality that with grants for English medium, Marathi would be obsolete in Goa in the years to come and now in the name of protecting Konkani, are now trying their level best to protect Marathi. Konkani survived over 450 years of Portuguese rule and around two decades of Marathi protagonists? rule and, will not die even if English is made the MOI. Right to the medium of instruction is the prerogative of the parents and it should not be politicized. The government has only approved grants for English medium which is a fundamental right of choice of the parents. Konkani and Marathi schools have not been forcefully closed down. The people who oppose grants to English medium schools are free not send their children or grand children or even great grandchildren to Konkani or Marathi Medium schools, it will be their choice and nobody can force it on to them.
