[Goanet-News] Today: Seminar on Goa issues at Alto Porvorim, Sept 29-30, 2011...
Goa 2011 Seminar at XCHR, TSKK (At Alto Porvorim, the Xavier Centre of Historical Research and the Thomas Stephens Konknni Kendr) --- September 29, Thursday, Day 1 9.00 am Registration 9.30 am 10.30 am Inaugural Session Lighting the Lamp Welcome Address by Anthony Da Silva, Provincial Goa Jesuits Introducing the Seminar by Savio Abreu, Director, XCHR, Chief Guest, Dileep Deobagkar, VC Goa University, speaks. Key note Address by Peter D Souza, Director IIAS, Shimla 10.30 am-10.45 am Tea 10.45 am - 12.15 pm Session I: Social Movements, Identity and Culture Chair: Rowena Robinson, IIT, Bombay Savio Abreu, XCHR Civil Society movements in contemporary Goa: themes, issues and perspectives Sushila S. Mendes, Dept. of History, Govt. College, Quepem The students' movement in Goa in the early 1980's: An insiders view Victor Ferrao, Rachol Seminary Identity politics in post-colonial Goa: Achallenge to respond to the past in our present 12.15 pm-1.15 pm Session II: Journalism, Press and Politics Chair: Rudolf Heredia, Independent Researcher, Mumbai Maria Rodrigues, State Central Library, Panjim The role of 'O Heraldo' in the opinion poll of Goa Frederick Noronha, Post-1961 press in Goa, its politics and processes 1.15- 2.15 pm Lunch 2.15-3.15 pm session III: Experiences of Subaltern Groups and Communities Chair: Alito Sequeira, Dept. Of Sociology, Goa University Bernadette Gomes Sons of the mountains: the Goulys of Goa Sachin S. Moraes, Chowgule College, Margao Negotiating male migration: The experience of women in Goa 3.15 - 3.30 pm Tea 3.30 - 4.30 pm Session IV: Education and Research Chair: Majid Siddiqi, Dona Paula, retired CHS, JNU Richard Cabral, Education Department Elementary education during the colonial period and its impact on Goan society Agnelo P. Fernandes, Independent researcher, Merces History research in the state of Goa 4.30 - 5.15 pm Session V: Panel Discussion Rowena Robinson, IIT, Bombay (Chair) Rudolf Heredia, Independent Researcher, Mumbai Majid Siddiqi, Dona Paula, retired CHS, JNU Peter D'Souza, Director IIAS, Shimla 7.30 pm Dinner (paper presenters, moderators special invites) Goa 2011 Seminar at XCHR, TSKK September 30, Friday, Day 2 9.30 am 11.00 am Session VI: Development, Environment and Heritage Conservation Chair: Peter D'Souza, Director IIAS, Shimla Blanche Mascarenhas, Dept. of Economics, St. Xavier's College Mining in Goa: an economic activity with environmental harm Prajal Sakhardande, Dept. Of History, Dhempe College The Goa Ancient Monuments and Archaeological Sites and Remains Act, 1978, the Amendments to this Act, 2010 and the Role played by the Goa Heritage Action Group in preserving Goan Heritage since 2000 Sharmila P. Martins, Dept. of History, St. Xavier's College From Caminhao to Aviao: a study on the system of public transportation in Goa 11.00- 11.15 am Tea 11.15 am - 12.45 pm Session VII: Language, Culture and Identity Chair: Chandralekha, TSKK Vincy Quadros, Goa Konknni Akademi Rajbhaxechim 25 vorsam (25 years of state language) Parag Parobo, Dept. of History, Goa University and Alito Siqueria, Dept. of Sociology, Goa University Does Cultural Dominance Persist? Language and Culture in Post Colonial Goa Pratap Naik, TSKK Konknni: a language at the crossroads 12.45 - 1.45 pm Lunch 1.45 pm - 3.15 pm Session VIII: Young Scholars' Panel Chair: Remy Dias, Govt. College, Quepem Freda A. Tavares, Dept. of Sociology, Goa University Pinking of higher education Venisha Fernandes, Centre for Women's Studies, Goa University Curdi mhojo ganv: displacement, place and memory Priyanka Velip, Centre for Women's Studies, Goa University And the business goes on... The stigmatisation of the Velip in contemporary Goa 3.15 -3.30 pm Tea 3.30 pm - 4.30 pm Session IX: Legislation and Social Change Chair: Victor Ferrao, Rachol Seminary Alexandre M. Barbosa, Assistant Editor, The Times Of India Post-liberation legislation that changed Goa Remy Dias, Govt. College, Quepem. Land Reforms in Post-liberation Goa: 1961-75 4.30 pm - 5.30 pm Session X: Panel Discussion Summing Up Rudolf Heredia (Chair), Rowena Robinson, Majid Siddiqi, Peter D'Souza Vote of Thanks by Fr. Apollo Cardozo, Executive Director, TSKK-
[Goanet-News] Goa news for September 29, 2011
Goa News from Google News and Goanet.org Visit http://www.goanet.org/newslinks.php for the full stories. *** Goa mining scam: Ruling NCP demands thorough probe - Hindustan Times ed government in Goa, has demanded a thorough probe against officials allegedly involved in the state mining scam pegged at Rs10,000 crore by a Congress legislator. ... http://news.google.com/news/url?sa=tfd=Rusg=AFQjCNHsRN6HZHQc9UFGNjgLWKxlnK_gQgurl=http://www.hindustantimes.com/Goa-mining-scam-Ruling-NCP-demands-thorough-probe/Article1-749569.aspx *** Goa ban on dumps may hit iron ore supply - Business Standard ews/edit/9885-pristine-goa-ravaged.htmlPristine Goa ravaged http://news.google.com/news/url?sa=tfd=Rusg=AFQjCNE3PurqLlpNPcabMpESaUlgS_mZmwurl=http://www.business-standard.com/india/news/goa-bandumps-may-hit-iron-ore-supply/450798/ *** Red signal for Sesa Goa mine - Hindustan Times ancels-clearance-to-sesa-goas-pirna-iron-ore-mine/839107.htmlMoEF cancels clearance to Sesa Goa''s Pirna Iron ore mine http://news.google.com/news/url?sa=tfd=Rusg=AFQjCNGsBI2xN2bjIw92mL6PWirP7jZlxgurl=http://www.hindustantimes.com/Red-signal-for-Sesa-Goa-mine/Article1-751353.aspx *** Goa mining companies asked to purchase surface rights of affected areas - Daily News Analysis ily News AnalysisPlace: Panaji http://news.google.com/news/url?sa=tfd=Rusg=AFQjCNGLrqFQUCh18NHaAw8O2VMX4HUfFQurl=http://www.dnaindia.com/india/report_goa-mining-companies-asked-to-purchase-surface-rights-of-affected-areas_1592729 *** 'Let tourists encounter Goa's culture' - Times of India oa and CSJP, is seeking to set back the negative impacts of tourism, and promote healthy patterns of tourism. Tourists should be able to encounter the multiple dimensions of Goan ... http://news.google.com/news/url?sa=tfd=Rusg=AFQjCNFjeY2HV2OAb2QegcEBYRNDwRqZqwurl=http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/city/goa/Let-tourists-encounter-Goas-culture/articleshow/10147690.cms *** Tourism circuit on west coast - Times of India nd tourists, especially foreigners to Gujarat, Goa and Maharashtra are working to create a tourism circuit along the west coast. The circuit will cover tourist destinations situated in all these three states. ...a class= http://news.google.com/news/url?sa=tfd=Rusg=AFQjCNGMZY82QBgbmU3QVVEUsscjuhLnvgurl=http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/city/surat/Tourism-circuit-on-west-coast/articleshow/10162155.cms *** Goa travel mart to showcase State's 'hidden treasures' - Hindu Business Line ndu Business LineGoa Tourism wants to promote the State as one with hidden treasures in the upcoming Goa International Travel Mart (GITM) 2011 from October 21 to 23. Organised and jointly promoted by the Department of Tourism, the Government of Goa and Goa Tourism ...a class= http://news.google.com/news/url?sa=tfd=Rusg=AFQjCNFgOMfd0Y2LZFA2I8GL8iD84QS_1gurl=http://www.thehindubusinessline.com/industry-and-economy/marketing/article2487596.ece?ref=wl_industry-and-economy *** Sesa Goa may slip to Rs 180: Tulsian - Moneycontrol.com V18, Sesa Goa, the negative news are getting bunched for the company. The existing ban in Karnataka has been a dampener. This also will add more woes to the company and then the Q2 performance which we will be seeing which is always ...a class= http://news.google.com/news/url?sa=tfd=Rusg=AFQjCNFHhENHvnThSo3rTjGJmIMe_3gtawurl=http://www.moneycontrol.com/news/stocks-views/sesa-goa-may-slip-to-rs-180-tulsian_591690.html *** Goa Luxury Resort Celebrates the Joy of Giving Week With Charitable Contributions - MarketWatch (press release) Goa Marriott Resort Spa is proud to announce their participation in the Joy of Giving Week (JGW 2011) on October 2nd through October 8th. With the aim to prove that nothing is more satisfying ...a class= http://news.google.com/news/url?sa=tfd=Rusg=AFQjCNF3MTGEsWURzkjm5jHetYeGn5kT7wurl=http://www.marketwatch.com/story/goa-luxury-resort-celebrates-the-joy-of-giving-week-with-charitable-contributions-2011-09-28 *** Goa's Mickey Pacheco to visit Kuwait - Times of India ourism Minister was born in Panjim, Goa and is well known for several interest of the Goan community and Indian populace at large including social and cultural activities, sponsoring free education/books, ...a class= http://news.google.com/news/url?sa=tfd=Rusg=AFQjCNEEioC3kZ0NQrTb7Gk2p1SQt7-fAwurl=http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/nri/other-news/Goas-Mickey-Pacheco-to-visit-Kuwait/articleshow/10156071.cms Compiled by Goanet News Service http://www.goanet.org/newslinks.php
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[Goanet] 2nd Edition of Gulf Goans Cup Dubai 2011
After a stupendous success in 2010 AVC Overseas Sports Cultural Association Kuwait in association with Festa Entertainment Dubai proudly announces the 2nd Edition of the Gulf Goans Cup 2011. The one day football tournament will be held on 4th November 2011 at the Dubai Club grounds. Await further news and updates on this forum.
Re: [Goanet] Wendell disappointing on NDTV 24/7
On Tue, 27 Sep 2011 13:37:40 -0700, Andrea Pereira, wrote: Wendell, I was just getting ready for dinner. I switched on the news and see a live telecast on Goa and mining. And now i cant seem to eat. I watched the chief minister talk the usual bullshit (after all he and the mining go hand in hand- I wouldn't expect anything better from him!) and was looking forward to you counteracting the argument. But i am highly disappointed- angry actually. You went on saying that mining is not the problem but illegal mining is something you don't support, and that mining is good for Goa. Wendell, legal or illegal the mining has got to stop! Unless one compromises on rape. You disappoint me! In sadness, Andrea Pereira COMMENT : Wendell, why only mining is good for Goa? Have you not seen that development, mega-constructions, deforestation, concrete jungles, maze of roadways crisscrossing all over Goa, Vasco-Dona Paula sea link, Sky Bus, Mono rail, etc. all are good for Goa? And may we know in what way each of these is good for Goa if not for a selected bunch to fill their coffers at the cost or the future of Goa and its inhabitants. And does Wendell want to hint at the Chief Minister to make all illegal mining legal so to propagate that there will be no further problems? As in the Cidade case? Why do people who are not thoroughly aware of the subject agree to interviews? Or was this whole episode another Hazare media engineered reality show? Dr. Ferdinando dos Reis Falcão.
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[Goanet] Wendell disappointing on NDTV 24/7
Why only voice disappointment over Wendell's remarks? Since November 2006 there have been many blasphemous remarks from celebrity TV activists of Goa who are conversant with any subject under the sky. The Gram Sabha was dubbed anarchist, whereas the same voice in the case of Anna Hazare has changed to 'people's power is supreme.' When it benefits someone it is a matter of jubilation, when it does not benefit another it is disappointment. Why are there no comments on Wendell's other more serious subjects like 'ethnocide' of the goan people? All hypocrites! -- Soter D'Souza Socorro,Goa 9890056616
[Goanet] Song for the day
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[Goanet] Re. Wendell on NDTV 24/7 (Arwin Mesquita)
I have not see the NDTV 24/7 but have communicated with Wendel today. I have confirmed the below message in his interview WENDELL message i was well aware that I should say that all illegal mining must stop and no new licenses issued. Then later we can ask them to phase out mining altogether over a period of five or ten years ARWIN's Views If this is what Wendell said the I agree with him. Mining is a very serious issue and there are extremely big stakeholders who will NOT let go easily. We all can understand the enormous positive implications for Goa (but highly negative for the Anti Goans) if Mining is controlled. However me must do this in a phased manner i,e, illegal out first and then work to put out mining out all together by reassuring the concerned people that they will actually win more; as surely we appreciate that our Politicians have cleverly put the Poison amongst many people making them believe that anti-mining activists are our to render them without an income (does not matter if their income is pittance vs. the lakhs/crores the Anti Goans rake in!!) We have to be united in this and not be divided; so also we need a clever approach as there is a risk we can lose the battle as our destructive mining lobby and their political god fathers can (as they were and are today) manipulate the people to get what they want and to save themselves.Also as the heats starts turning on them I and fully aware that these Anti Goans will resort to anything incl threats, intimidation and even murder. I personally faced these threats in Dubai from a Politicians Goons when I faced up to him, !! The need of the Hour is to stay united and not divide people who have the same agenda for Goa. -- 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] [Photo Blog by Rajan Parrikar] Take-off in the Fjord
Photo Blog by Rajan Parrikar has posted a new item, 'Take-off in the Fjord' The tiny settlement of Bíldudalur in the Westfjords region of Iceland is serviced by a small airline that connects it to the capital Reykjavík. The airstrip is laid out in the picturesque setting of the nearby fjord Fossfjörður. This sequence of the Jetstream 32 aircraft taking off was shot from the road that runs [...] You may view the latest post at http://www.parrikar.com/blog/2011/09/28/take-off-in-the-fjord/ Best regards, Rajan P. Parrikar parri...@yahoo.com
[Goanet] Family Politics In Goa
Family Politics In Goa It's only natural for the poor, to want to be rich and the rich to want to be richer; we also feel the same for our children and we often dream about it too, if not work towards it. Dreaming and wanting to be rich is neither a sin nor a transgression against God or anyone else, but when this want or dream becomes an infatuation or an obsession, to be rich at all cost or at everybody's cost, it becomes an evil; it leads to indulgence and sin. No, no ! This post is certainly not a Sunday homily on sin and indulgence but an illustration of our apathy at what's happening in and to our beloved Goa. The events in the political sphere, during the last couple of months in Goa reminds me of the age old tradition in supposedly respectable families, where parents would go scouting for prospective well to do grooms or brides respectively, as soon as their kids were of marriageable ages, the criteria most sought after were, riches, beauty and literacy, in random order with morals and virtues as leftovers or toppings. Not surprisingly, our politicians too have been doing the same, trying to find suitors for not just their come of age but aged as well, sprouts, siblings, even better halves legal or otherwise and some, for themselves as well, only with an eye on the prospect of a financial windfall, as virtues and morals are sacrificed on the alter greed. Initially they will be ready to pour out any amount of wealth for a license to kill and later on kill, they will, and now they are all set to thrust their kith and kin in to the jamboree called Goan politics. In Goa, the time of elections has always been a season for political marriages, divorces and remarriages, some even preferred livein relationships. Mostly these relationships are built on suspicion, deceit, selfishness, egos and a variegated collection of unethical principles, with one common factor, they are all opportunists just waiting for a chance to upstage the other, they are rarely compatible but mostly cantankerous, deranged and oddest of alliances have been witnessed, with adultery and partner swapping at will, without any remorse or shame, as long as they get to climb the economically viable ladder of fortune. Goan politics is certainly devoid of all ethics, honesty, loyalty and integrity, as a result of which, politicians in Goa are easily bought and sold like hot cakes during the festive seasons. There are neither friends nor foes in Goan politics but just purposes to serve. As a result of which Goan politics is become a brothel, state your price and take the cake or whatever ! There is no doubt that politics in Goa is a money spinning mechanism and today all the degenerates just don't want to get out of it, so much so that they are now dragging their, siblings, sprouts, wives legal or otherwise, willingly or unwillingly for a share of the spoils of the Goa pie. The power of dynastic political rule in Goa was started by none other than the first CM of Goa, the reason behind the Opinion Poll the late Dayanand Bandodkar, as his sprout Shashikala took the reigns after his death, now after a long time in political wilderness, is terrorizing Goan parents, in the guise of Identity, I wonder where was the love for our Identity during the Opinion Poll. Probably the grass was greener on the other side of the fence ! Not to be undone another former CM Pratapsingh Rane, cunningly brought in his sprout on an independent ticket and into his very first term was blessed with a ministry and he has already reaped the harvest. Then we have the siblings, Dhavalikar and the Alemao brothers, all these luminaries, have already fortified themselves and now, the Alemao brothers are bringing in their sprouts, Ravi Naik his son, Anil Salgaocar his sons, Navekar his better half, Mamie her son and Mikky his aamm partner. It looks like its going to be one hell of a family election ! Anyone wants to guess the source of the funds that will be used for their campaign ? Yeh ! We Goans have been had for breakfast, lunch and dinner, Suckers ! Some heavyweights have already thundered that no matter what, their kith and kin will surely contest, form any other party, if not for theirs, that means in some constituencies they will fight against their very own party, Ah ! It's certainly a humdinger of the essence and the ethics of Goan politics and I am already looking forward to it, as it promises a carnival of sorts. No doubt it has happened before but certainly not at this scale and measure. My fellow Goans please do not get fooled with gifts, money and even empty promises, a lot is at stake, for the rogues as well as for us but in adverse situations. Goa loving Goans, we are already on the brink of disaster and a slip now will be perilous and extremely detrimental to the wellbeing of Goa and our Goan Identity. With elections just round the corner, be wise and vote wisely, to save Goa from the
[Goanet] The Cardiologist.
I can attest to the fact that cardiologist Tony has reached out to near destitute authors from his mansion atop the hill that fronts New York harbour: a beloved author to that fraternity. Writing on nights when he went hungry would undoubtedly propel Twain to literary plots of even deeper fancy. I will not speculate about Gomes, but I have noticed that a good meal gears our kitty to back wood hunts that are ever cunning and inventive. A skilled scientist and clinician whose thinking was clouded by life in two large Goa haciendas, Dr. Gomes provides much fodder to medical writers in North America. That is my touch of trivia, on a cloudy Atlantic day ! eric. From: lyrawmn lyra I am curious. Does the fact that the Goan author, Antonio Gomes, is a cardiologist make his literary suggestions valid, credible and true, and hence more acceptable? While I understand your noble intent - waving the flag for Goan achievers who all do Goa proud - omission of the author's specialty would have better served your purpose. The literary work should be judged on its own merits not clouded by unrelated trivia. The test of Samuel Clemens’ works do not rest on the fact that he worked as a printer’s apprentice, or that he declared bankruptcy. A hundred year after his death, Mark Twain remains a beloved author. Best I. Nunes **RE: Frederick Noronha, Goa’s debate that isn’t happening. OHeraldo online, Opinions 21st September 2011. http://www.heraldgoa.in/newpage.php?month=9day=21year=2011catid=14 As cardiologist Antonio Gomes suggests in his novel ---
[Goanet] WENDELL ON NDTV/24 X7
I think Wendell just spoke his mind out and we should accept it positively and for that matter no one should get worried at all , be true to yourself and move ahead . My message to one and all , get united and let's stop all the mess happening in Goa mining has not just started yesterday in GOA we have been hearing about this for many many years and as Goans we did nothing , i guess many did benefit from the mining industry . I had the opportunity to see a very Powerful , touching ,inspiring ,sad presentation by Carmen Miranda in UK on the devastation mining has brought about in Goa , for that i am worried and not worried on Wendell's remarks. Media needs coverage and their topics always start with Political Parties , we should not get entangled into that but focus ourselves in cleaning up the rot in Goa and this can happen only if we all think in the same direction and also in a true Goenkar spirit . Goan's should support each other in every way once we do this the rest will be a smooth ride to solve many problems unitedly. Bless you all!! Vivek
[Goanet] Conspiracy against P.Chidambaram ?
CONSPIRACY AGAINST P.CHIDAMBARAM Jayalalita is not to friendly with him. In fact she sees him as a rival to her grand plan, who can be thorn in her flesh and thwart close relations with Madame. The election petition in Tamil Nadu against P.C. is hanging like a Demoscles sword over his head Pranab Mukeerje. has been in the Govt/ Cabinet ever since, but without ever winning an election. He has the single distinction of back door entry through Raja Sabha . He has been christened as the trouble shooter of Madame and unofficially enjoys number two position in the cabinet hierarchy after the P.M. On the other hand P.C. has long been associated with Manmohan Singh , as a confidant in pushing forward liberalisation and economic reforms Naturally he is very close to the P.M. ,as can be judged by spontaneous reaction of trust and confidence.There appears to be a hidden motive to displace P.C in order to climb the ladder The Chairperson of UPA is too well aware of the equation between P.M.and P.C.and therefore her directions to defend him is politically logical P.M.minus P.C could be a dangerous concoction fraught with serious consequences At this juncture it is in the fluid stage with P.C. maintaining stoic silence, gauging the possible outcome Why did Pranab had to resort to this subterfuge against his own close colleague and then come out in self defense, that the truth was revealed by RTI Act ? Why he could not have taken him and others into confidence, before this innocuous, highly damaging observation ,appropriating the blame to P.C.? Was it a displacement strategy, securing safe position in the eventuality? It certainly smells fishy as all kings men are trying top put Humpty Dumpty back on the wall. How did the individual have pointed knowledge to seek the precise document? Was there a leak regarding its existence to sully the image of P.C and dethrone him.? P.C is always known to have a clean image and is far beyond public rebuke for corrupt practices in his glorious innings as the Finance Minister for many a term. Nelson Lopes Chinchinim 9850926276
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[Goanet] On Fred's column on Goa's debate.....
Cabbages and cauliflower aside, Ms Nunes, I'm wondering why you always refer to yourself in the third person. It somehow reminds me of Roman Emperors. - I, Claudious the Third, hereby decree that those filthy Goths are self-possessed journalists and celibate authoresses, and should be thrown to the lions. Best, selma
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Re: [Goanet] A gift... of Goan books to Karachi
Comment to Mr. Fernandes: Do you think anyone is surprised by the antics of the self-titled “authoress in waiting” Mistress Carvalho? As a self described journalist, her fact-checking is of note – that is lack of, which have often compelled retractions. Can the lack of integrity, and professionalism be surprising? That is along with cowardice. Cyprian Fernandes skip...@live.com.au wrote Selma wrote: However getting back to England, we have a lot of Goan bulbuls here known to flap their wings but seldom fly. Comment: Coward! Name them. Or don't make these cheap, throw-away one liners. Cyprian Date: Wed, 21 Sep 2011 10:34:04 -0700 From: elisabeth_...@yahoo.com To: goanet@lists.goanet.org Subject: [Goanet] A gift... of Goan books to Karachi Frederick dear, Far be it from me to get into a debate about the semantics of Marxism with you. I have and always will be a committed capitalist. There is no need to thank me for my practical help. In capitalism everything bears fruit in its own time. Capitalism has its own zen theory. However getting back to England, we have a lot of Goan bulbuls here known to flap their wings but seldom fly. Incidentally, your nostalgic rendering of life in Goa kudds might be coloured by your need to believe that there is such a thing as a free lunch in life. However, a closer analysis of these kudds will reveal that they reveled in the basic capitalistic principle of exploitation of labour. Cheap labour coming in from Goan villages was immediately funneled onto ships and factories. Nobody did this service for free. There were recruiting agents attached to every kudd, who exacted their pound of flesh. The idea that kudds created social capital without a cost is utterly and dismally misguided. Best, selma I. Nunes
[Goanet] BOMBAYs DEATH - 5000 ACRES of SALT PAN LANDS for BUILDERS LOBBY
Maharashtra CM has urged the Centre to openup 5000 acres of Saltpan lands in bombay for residential/commercial purpose. Next he will urge the centre, forestdept, etc to openup the Borivali national forests, byculla zoo, azad maidan, shivaji park, hanging gardens, playgrounds, powailake, mangroves, etc for residential/commercial purpose.The past/present/future CMs of Maharashtra have not done anything to improve infrastructure – industries – job opportunities in the backward regions districts of Marathwada - Khandesh – Vidharbha – Konkan THE only thing these CMs have been doing is giving more Land, FSIs, TDRs relaxation of CRZs to the builders lobby in bombay and in the process destroyed the ecology environment of bombay……….WHATEVER industrial development that you see in Bombay is because of the British – Parsis – Gujaratis………If Bombay is separated from Maharashtra the condition of Maharashtra will become worse than Bihar Uttar Pradesh…….An important feature of Maharashtra's economy is its pathetic dependence on Bombay…….Bombay accounts for 75 per cent of the industrial activity in Maharashtra and nearly 65 per cent of the factory workers in the State………It is because of Bombay that Maharashtra appears to be India 's most urbanished and industrially advanced State……..But excluding Bombay, even now, Maharashtra is not merely as backward as any other state in India but in certain respects indeed more backward than many other less industrialized states of the country……..The infrastructure of the economy of rural Maharashtra is not much developed, Villages in Maharashtra generally lack adequate means of transport and communication. Particularly road mileage in Maharashtra is found woefully inadequate when compared to that in many less industrialized states in India. Gujarat govt. during the last 20 years gave more importance to industrial development in different districts of Gujarat so everywhere in Gujarat there is industrial development – reliance oil refineries – pharmaceutical companies – tatananofactories – etc etc etc. Most of the political giants in Maharashtra are builders by default or are associated directly or indirectly with the builders lobby we all know it only the paper thin walls don’t know it.Approval letters for all aspects of building projects - layouts, water supply, drainage, firefighting, etc are known to be prepared in the builder's office and sent to the approving officers for their signatures, the price having been already paid. Bombay’s watersupply infrastructure publicutilities other resources is meant for 5 Million people but there are 20 Million people who are competing with each other for this watersupply infrastructure publicutilities other resources….With more and more skyscrapers, mhada buildings, sra buildings, govt. rental buildings coming up everywhere in bombay in the months years to come expect more more shortage of watersupply infrastructure publicutilities other resources.AND with the rampant broad-day-light encroachment of THE LAST FEW BITS of openspaces, mangroves, saltpanlands, gardens, playgrounds you have a serious environmental disaster waiting to happen in Bombay. Mukesh Ambani built his billion dollar 170 meter high taj mahal named Antillia located at Altamount Road, Cumbula Hill, south bombay Anil Ambani is also in the process of constructing his billion dollar 150 meter (presently permission is for 66 meter but applications have been moved for 150 meter) high Taj Mahal at Nargis Dutt road, Pali Hill, Bandra West, north bombay. In a country where 300 million people live on less than Rs.20/- a day how it is possible for some people to become billionaires is amazing and in a city like bombay where there is watershortage garbage opengutters inflatedelectricitybills trafficjams crowdedtrains oceanwindblockage airpollution the Ambanis, Lokhandwalas, Hiranandanis, etc etc etc should consider themselves fortunate to get permission for their large building-residential-commercial projects. Kickbacks commissions from defence deals govt. contracts. Free flats – free cars – election funds – foreign bank accounts – gold jewellery – etc in return for passing laws – acts – bills – FSIs – TDRs - in favour of builders lobby, corporate lobby, industrialist lobby, Mining Lobby, SEZ lobby, Landacquisition lobby. Breaking the spine of common man by frequently increasing the prices of gas-petrol-diesel-cng-lpg. Not doing anything to protect the last few bits of openspaces – mangroves – lakes – ponds – wells – gardens – playgrounds from being grabbed by slumlords, landmafia, builderslobby. Who is responsible for such behaviour of Politicians ? Before the next Lok Sabha elections, Assembly elections Muncipal elections begin Team Anna the people of India need to pressurize the current UPA govt to pass electoral reforms of right to recall right to reject AND clearance of the janlokpal bill. The Marathi migrants in Bombay got what they wanted.
[Goanet] Conspiracy against P.Chidambaram ?
That there exists a deep seated conspiracy to oust PC Chidambaram is obvious. But this politician, an agent of the mining cartel, does not deserve any sympathy. His launch of operation 'Green Hunt' to shoot down militant tribals to make way for the mining companies to enter the mioneral rich forests in the North East. The economic adventures of Montek Singh, Manmohan Singh and PC Chidambaram to furhter corporate interests has spelt doom for the ordinary citizens of this country. had it not been for Jairam Ramesh's stubborn bouts, the sell out would have been complete. The BJP is just chipping at the top brass of the UPA, rendering it headless and in the process driving a wedge between the politicians. It hopes that this will destablise the Government and usher in a mid-term poll. Soter D'souza Socorro, N. Goa 9890056616
[Goanet] Is the CAG also part of a political game plan?
Fresh controversy is set to erupt over Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG) Vinod Rai's loss estimates on the 2G spectrum sale. CAG documents accessed through Right to Information Act (RTI) by accused show that CAG overruled its own auditor on 2G loss calculation. According to Director General Audit (Post Telecommunications) RP Singh the issue of Unified Access Service (UAS) licences and allotment of 2G spectrum caused a loss of Rs 2,645 crore, far lower than the CAG final report's presumptive loss of massive Rs 1.76 lakh crore. Joint Parliamentray Committee (JPC) members have questioned CAG's Rs 1,76,000 crore 2G spectrum loss figure. JPC members have sought details Of CAG's loss calculation process. The JPC is likely to summon key CAG officials involved in 2G Audit. CAG officials will be asked to appear before the JPC and tell about their intention of coming up with this figure. Internal CAG documents raise questions over CAG's loss estimate. CAG documents accessed through Right to Information Act (RTI) by accused show CAG overruled Auditor on losses. Lead 2G Auditor had calculated losses at Rs 2645 crore loss. JPC Member Tewari on Wednesday raised the issue of internal CAG differences at the JPC meet. He Wanted to know why CAG overruled its own officer. JPC will summon CAG Vinod Rai, Deputy CAG Rekha Gupta and Director General Audit (Post Telecommunications), RP Singh. Sources have told CNN-IBN that 17 accused facing trial in the 2G scam will Claim that that CAG report is biased and seek probe into it. They will also question the basis on which the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) filed the chargesheet against them. http://www.moneycontrol.com/news/business/cags-initial-2g-loss-figure-was-rs-2645-crore-rti_591721.html
[Goanet] Michael D'Sa RIP.
Mike passed away today in New York. He had played forward for the Uganda national hockey team. He was married to Stella Mascarenhas, formerly of Bombay. eric.
Re: [Goanet] The SS Gairsoppa
Very interesting line of thinking Ignatius. If anyone has a case, it would be the maharajah’s descendants and not the government of India, since it happened in 1941 which is before India’s independence. When I said “looted” from the rajahs, I did not mean brazenly snatched from them. It must have been given voluntarily though under much indirect duress. This means that although the British would have legal documents of ownership which would include signatures from the donee rajahs, a good lawyer would easily be able to prove “duress”. For example it would not be improbable to prove that the British Political Agent had told the rajah that if he did not give “x” amount of funds for the war effort, he would arrange to depose the ruler and give the throne to someone else. This happened all too often, though the colonial British government proved to be much more trustworthy than the succeeding one as any of the rajahs will aver. It is also contingent on documents being available with the rulers’ descendants and on the speed with which an injunction is requested in the UK courts. Don’t forget that once the silver is actually salvaged, the finders will walk away with 80%, sell off the silver and dissolve the company. Recovery will then be near impossible. Also there is the question of the affected rajahs uniting to do this and having the funds to pay for their lawyers. The India rajahs have been impoverished from the time that Indira Gandhi broke the India government’s agreement to pay them a yearly royalty and to protect their assets from seizure. Despite all this, my best wishes to the Indian maharajahs. They were a hundred times more concerned with the well-being of their subjects than Indian politicians will ever be. Roland. Toronto. From: Ignatius Fernandes [mailto:igg...@yahoo.co.uk] Sent: Wednesday, September 28, 2011 1:23 PM To: goa...@goanet.org Cc: roland.fran...@gmail.com Subject: The SS Gairsoppa Thank you Roland Francis for whetting my appetite about the SS.Gairsoppa and it's treasure of silver found at the bottom of the sea.. Apparently the finders get 80% of the treasure trove and the rest to the owners. Since the silver was looted from the maharajahs by the British, should not either the Government of India or the individual maharajahs make a claim. I very much doubt that Britain would part with anything they would hold on to it for dear life. Good example are the Elgin Marbles and the Koh-i-Noor diamond. Regards Ignatius Fernandes.
[Goanet] Lecture by Fr. Rui de Menezes SJ
As part of the Deepen Your Faith programme of Pedro Arrupe Institute, Raia and in view of the pastoral letter of the Bishop, there will be a public talk by Fr. Rui de Menezes SJ, the eminent scripture scholar, on the ecological concerns in the bible entitled “The Covenant between Humans and Creation” on Sunday, 2nd October from 5 to 6 pm in the Chapel of Loyola High School, Margao. The talk is open to the general public.
[Goanet] Today: Seminar on Goa issues at Alto Porvorim, Sept 29-30, 2011...
Goa 2011 Seminar at XCHR, TSKK (At Alto Porvorim, the Xavier Centre of Historical Research and the Thomas Stephens Konknni Kendr) --- September 29, Thursday, Day 1 9.00 am Registration 9.30 am 10.30 am Inaugural Session Lighting the Lamp Welcome Address by Anthony Da Silva, Provincial Goa Jesuits Introducing the Seminar by Savio Abreu, Director, XCHR, Chief Guest, Dileep Deobagkar, VC Goa University, speaks. Key note Address by Peter D Souza, Director IIAS, Shimla 10.30 am-10.45 am Tea 10.45 am - 12.15 pm Session I: Social Movements, Identity and Culture Chair: Rowena Robinson, IIT, Bombay Savio Abreu, XCHR Civil Society movements in contemporary Goa: themes, issues and perspectives Sushila S. Mendes, Dept. of History, Govt. College, Quepem The students' movement in Goa in the early 1980's: An insiders view Victor Ferrao, Rachol Seminary Identity politics in post-colonial Goa: Achallenge to respond to the past in our present 12.15 pm-1.15 pm Session II: Journalism, Press and Politics Chair: Rudolf Heredia, Independent Researcher, Mumbai Maria Rodrigues, State Central Library, Panjim The role of 'O Heraldo' in the opinion poll of Goa Frederick Noronha, Post-1961 press in Goa, its politics and processes 1.15- 2.15 pm Lunch 2.15-3.15 pm session III: Experiences of Subaltern Groups and Communities Chair: Alito Sequeira, Dept. Of Sociology, Goa University Bernadette Gomes Sons of the mountains: the Goulys of Goa Sachin S. Moraes, Chowgule College, Margao Negotiating male migration: The experience of women in Goa 3.15 - 3.30 pm Tea 3.30 - 4.30 pm Session IV: Education and Research Chair: Majid Siddiqi, Dona Paula, retired CHS, JNU Richard Cabral, Education Department Elementary education during the colonial period and its impact on Goan society Agnelo P. Fernandes, Independent researcher, Merces History research in the state of Goa 4.30 - 5.15 pm Session V: Panel Discussion Rowena Robinson, IIT, Bombay (Chair) Rudolf Heredia, Independent Researcher, Mumbai Majid Siddiqi, Dona Paula, retired CHS, JNU Peter D'Souza, Director IIAS, Shimla 7.30 pm Dinner (paper presenters, moderators special invites) Goa 2011 Seminar at XCHR, TSKK September 30, Friday, Day 2 9.30 am 11.00 am Session VI: Development, Environment and Heritage Conservation Chair: Peter D'Souza, Director IIAS, Shimla Blanche Mascarenhas, Dept. of Economics, St. Xavier's College Mining in Goa: an economic activity with environmental harm Prajal Sakhardande, Dept. Of History, Dhempe College The Goa Ancient Monuments and Archaeological Sites and Remains Act, 1978, the Amendments to this Act, 2010 and the Role played by the Goa Heritage Action Group in preserving Goan Heritage since 2000 Sharmila P. Martins, Dept. of History, St. Xavier's College From Caminhao to Aviao: a study on the system of public transportation in Goa 11.00- 11.15 am Tea 11.15 am - 12.45 pm Session VII: Language, Culture and Identity Chair: Chandralekha, TSKK Vincy Quadros, Goa Konknni Akademi Rajbhaxechim 25 vorsam (25 years of state language) Parag Parobo, Dept. of History, Goa University and Alito Siqueria, Dept. of Sociology, Goa University Does Cultural Dominance Persist? Language and Culture in Post Colonial Goa Pratap Naik, TSKK Konknni: a language at the crossroads 12.45 - 1.45 pm Lunch 1.45 pm - 3.15 pm Session VIII: Young Scholars' Panel Chair: Remy Dias, Govt. College, Quepem Freda A. Tavares, Dept. of Sociology, Goa University Pinking of higher education Venisha Fernandes, Centre for Women's Studies, Goa University Curdi mhojo ganv: displacement, place and memory Priyanka Velip, Centre for Women's Studies, Goa University And the business goes on... The stigmatisation of the Velip in contemporary Goa 3.15 -3.30 pm Tea 3.30 pm - 4.30 pm Session IX: Legislation and Social Change Chair: Victor Ferrao, Rachol Seminary Alexandre M. Barbosa, Assistant Editor, The Times Of India Post-liberation legislation that changed Goa Remy Dias, Govt. College, Quepem. Land Reforms in Post-liberation Goa: 1961-75 4.30 pm - 5.30 pm Session X: Panel Discussion Summing Up Rudolf Heredia (Chair), Rowena Robinson, Majid Siddiqi, Peter D'Souza Vote of Thanks by Fr. Apollo Cardozo, Executive Director, TSKK-
[Goanet] Political activism and judiciary
Confrontation with Judiciary When S.C. formed SIT to probe money laundering by Hassan Ali. the UPA spokesperson warned the court not to cross Lakshiman Rekha.TamilNadu Assembly has passed path breaking , dangerous resolution , not to carry out the death sentence on the assassins of Rajiv Gandhi. The plot hatched outside the country and carried on by outside elements deserves no sympathy. Did our P.M.deserve to die such a tragic death at the promising young age.? Where are our priorities and sentiments for justice? Afsal Guru awaiting death sentence is finding strange friends to argue for him. The tweet by no less than an individual, Chief Minister Omar Abdulla cannot be construed as in individual capacity It will definitely encourage separatists and subversive elements The attack on temple of democracy, Parliament cannot be considered lightly. Fortunately on the defenders died to save our M.P.`s. Can their be a greater crime ? The fights in J.K. Assembly is a disgrace to the Nation ,on Afzal Guru clemency The petition itself has been preferred by his wife and the President has rejected it The courts go through a tedious process to arrive at a conclusion, giving every opportunity to the accused to plead his case. It is the duty of the state to carry out the sentence It cannot abdicate its responsibility, by injecting a new version of law and order problem. Death sentence is delivered according to the courts in the rarest of rear cases Is passing of such resolution by the states are not binding legally are meant to derail the judicial process? Is it not the Legislature encroaching on the preserve of the Judiciary ? Will the citizens have any respect for the LAW AND JUDICIARY? The line separating the Legislature and Judiciary is getting increasingly blurred and which is not good for the Democracy Best thing is to abolish death sentence and consequently the Mercy Petition Life sentence should mean until death in confinement and not 14 years as it is understood to day Retributive justice is fast fading into oblivion, as the stress is on reformative justice Death sentence may assure revenge and justice for those undergoing trauma of losing loved ones without any legal rights to live Will social order and security not be served by curtailing freedom of movement as the punishment ? Dead are important , but the living are more important and tit for tat or eye for an eye is primitive justice Many a condemned criminal has turned a new life more purposeful than before and so must be given an opportunity to reform and repent Populism and vote bank politics should not thread on Judiciary and judicial process arrived judiciously.Are we making mockery of our system to play to the gallery of opportunism? Recourse to law is the best hope for the aggrieved against any injustice as the time passes the intensity of the offence,empathy, sympathy and even the facts are forgotten Naturally the sympathy's towards to the accused for forgiveness Political activism against the Judiciary is a dangerous precedent to experiment. Nelson lopes chinchinim
[Goanet] Goa news for September 29, 2011
Goa News from Google News and Goanet.org Visit http://www.goanet.org/newslinks.php for the full stories. *** Goa mining scam: Ruling NCP demands thorough probe - Hindustan Times ed government in Goa, has demanded a thorough probe against officials allegedly involved in the state mining scam pegged at Rs10,000 crore by a Congress legislator. ... http://news.google.com/news/url?sa=tfd=Rusg=AFQjCNHsRN6HZHQc9UFGNjgLWKxlnK_gQgurl=http://www.hindustantimes.com/Goa-mining-scam-Ruling-NCP-demands-thorough-probe/Article1-749569.aspx *** Goa ban on dumps may hit iron ore supply - Business Standard ews/edit/9885-pristine-goa-ravaged.htmlPristine Goa ravaged http://news.google.com/news/url?sa=tfd=Rusg=AFQjCNE3PurqLlpNPcabMpESaUlgS_mZmwurl=http://www.business-standard.com/india/news/goa-bandumps-may-hit-iron-ore-supply/450798/ *** Red signal for Sesa Goa mine - Hindustan Times ancels-clearance-to-sesa-goas-pirna-iron-ore-mine/839107.htmlMoEF cancels clearance to Sesa Goa''s Pirna Iron ore mine http://news.google.com/news/url?sa=tfd=Rusg=AFQjCNGsBI2xN2bjIw92mL6PWirP7jZlxgurl=http://www.hindustantimes.com/Red-signal-for-Sesa-Goa-mine/Article1-751353.aspx *** Goa mining companies asked to purchase surface rights of affected areas - Daily News Analysis ily News AnalysisPlace: Panaji http://news.google.com/news/url?sa=tfd=Rusg=AFQjCNGLrqFQUCh18NHaAw8O2VMX4HUfFQurl=http://www.dnaindia.com/india/report_goa-mining-companies-asked-to-purchase-surface-rights-of-affected-areas_1592729 *** 'Let tourists encounter Goa's culture' - Times of India oa and CSJP, is seeking to set back the negative impacts of tourism, and promote healthy patterns of tourism. Tourists should be able to encounter the multiple dimensions of Goan ... http://news.google.com/news/url?sa=tfd=Rusg=AFQjCNFjeY2HV2OAb2QegcEBYRNDwRqZqwurl=http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/city/goa/Let-tourists-encounter-Goas-culture/articleshow/10147690.cms *** Tourism circuit on west coast - Times of India nd tourists, especially foreigners to Gujarat, Goa and Maharashtra are working to create a tourism circuit along the west coast. The circuit will cover tourist destinations situated in all these three states. ...a class= http://news.google.com/news/url?sa=tfd=Rusg=AFQjCNGMZY82QBgbmU3QVVEUsscjuhLnvgurl=http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/city/surat/Tourism-circuit-on-west-coast/articleshow/10162155.cms *** Goa travel mart to showcase State's 'hidden treasures' - Hindu Business Line ndu Business LineGoa Tourism wants to promote the State as one with hidden treasures in the upcoming Goa International Travel Mart (GITM) 2011 from October 21 to 23. Organised and jointly promoted by the Department of Tourism, the Government of Goa and Goa Tourism ...a class= http://news.google.com/news/url?sa=tfd=Rusg=AFQjCNFgOMfd0Y2LZFA2I8GL8iD84QS_1gurl=http://www.thehindubusinessline.com/industry-and-economy/marketing/article2487596.ece?ref=wl_industry-and-economy *** Sesa Goa may slip to Rs 180: Tulsian - Moneycontrol.com V18, Sesa Goa, the negative news are getting bunched for the company. The existing ban in Karnataka has been a dampener. This also will add more woes to the company and then the Q2 performance which we will be seeing which is always ...a class= http://news.google.com/news/url?sa=tfd=Rusg=AFQjCNFHhENHvnThSo3rTjGJmIMe_3gtawurl=http://www.moneycontrol.com/news/stocks-views/sesa-goa-may-slip-to-rs-180-tulsian_591690.html *** Goa Luxury Resort Celebrates the Joy of Giving Week With Charitable Contributions - MarketWatch (press release) Goa Marriott Resort Spa is proud to announce their participation in the Joy of Giving Week (JGW 2011) on October 2nd through October 8th. With the aim to prove that nothing is more satisfying ...a class= http://news.google.com/news/url?sa=tfd=Rusg=AFQjCNF3MTGEsWURzkjm5jHetYeGn5kT7wurl=http://www.marketwatch.com/story/goa-luxury-resort-celebrates-the-joy-of-giving-week-with-charitable-contributions-2011-09-28 *** Goa's Mickey Pacheco to visit Kuwait - Times of India ourism Minister was born in Panjim, Goa and is well known for several interest of the Goan community and Indian populace at large including social and cultural activities, sponsoring free education/books, ...a class= http://news.google.com/news/url?sa=tfd=Rusg=AFQjCNEEioC3kZ0NQrTb7Gk2p1SQt7-fAwurl=http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/nri/other-news/Goas-Mickey-Pacheco-to-visit-Kuwait/articleshow/10156071.cms Compiled by Goanet News Service http://www.goanet.org/newslinks.php
[Goanet] Today: Seminar on Goa issues at Alto Porvorim, Sept 29-30, 2011...
Can you Please provide me the detail address to participate in the seminar From: Goanet News Goa 2011 Seminar at XCHR, TSKK (At Alto Porvorim, the Xavier Centre of Historical Research and the Thomas Stephens Konknni Kendr) --- September 29, Thursday, Day 1 9.00 am Registration 9.30 am 10.30 am Inaugural Session Lighting the Lamp Read all Goanet messages at: http://lists.goanet.org/pipermail/goanet-goanet.org/
[Goanet] Three persons from Goa to attend OWC 2011 in Korea (Youtube link) | The CSF
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[Goanet] ALEXYZ Daily Cartoon (29Sep11)
Heard Leander Paes is giving up his Racket? Some Scam? No Tennis...'N' Putting his best foot forward for Football To enjoy the visual cartoon please visit: www.alexyztoons.com Site sponsored by www.goasudharop.org
[Goanet] The SS Gairsoppa
Thank you Roland Francis for whetting my appetite about the SS.Gairsoppa and it's treasure of silver found at the bottom of the sea.. Apparently the finders get 80% of the treasure trove and the rest to the owners. Since the silver was looted from the maharajahs by the British, should not either the Government of India or the individual maharajahs make a claim. I very much doubt that Britain would part with anything they would hold on to it for dear life. Good example are the Elgin Marbles and the Koh-i-Noor diamond. Regards Ignatius Fernandes.
Re: [Goanet] Michael D'Sa RIP.
Dear Eric, Thanks for the information on the passing away of Michael D'Sa. I am interested in international sportsmen of Goan origin. Hence... how do I find more about Mike... and even perhaps about the other Goans in the team? Regards. Joel D'Souza. On Thu, Sep 29, 2011 at 12:01 AM, eric pinto ericpin...@yahoo.com wrote: Mike passed away today in New York.
[Goanet] Research on needle craft in Goa :: Poonam Pandit
Recently, I came across Poonam Pandit pandit.poo...@gmail.com who is currently studying the methods and practice of traditional needlework embroidery in Goa, broadly categorized into lace work, crochet, cut work, patchwork, tatting and hand embroidery. Poonam is looking out for any relevant information on the history of Goan needle craft including the contribution of the Portuguese influence, its significance in religious and social practices and the indigenous or traditional knowledge of the practicing communities. She mentioned that she is also looking to photograph old designs or motifs and products, and is locating individual artisans or clusters to develop actual samples and study the needle craft techniques followed then and now. This data is being compiled under a Directorate, Commissioner (Handicrafts) endeavour to set up a design bank on embroidery through all states of India. If you have any pointers that could help, Poonam can be contacted via 9552994780 or pandit.poo...@gmail.com
[Goanet] When Art met Life
When Art met Life The festival that made Panjim feel cool about its heritage and its architectural vestige was undoubtedly the Fontainhas Festival of the Arts By Harshvardhan Bhatkuly News arrived that the deal for this year’s International Film Festival of India was inked out in Delhi. Many may assume that the city has begun to sport a spruced up look because of the IFFI. Although one cannot discount the fact that the IFFI did bring about a change in the way Panjim looks, but it surely was not where it all started. The festival that made Panjim feel cool about its heritage and its architectural vestige was undoubtedly the Fontainhas Festival of the Arts. By far the best time Panjim has had in one of its most charming locales. I was lucky to be a passive party to what could have become an important landmark in Goa’s tourism calendar. But fell prey to disinterest and later cynicism from the organizers, sponsors, residents and yes, the State. The first time round when the Fontainhas Festival was planned, it was as if the entire jigsaw was waiting to be pieced together. The organizers – Goa Heritage Action Group – was a group of very enthusiastic mix of professionals and heritage lovers. Goa had a ‘can-do, will-do’ Chief Minister in the form of Manohar Parrikar. The idea was simple – to focus on Panjim’s heritage by using Fontainhas as a backdrop. The draw was art and the medium were the houses of local residents. For the first time, people in Goa, or for that matter India, opened up their homes for other people to walk in. Art was hung and displayed in the living rooms of Fontainhas residents. People would walk in and appreciate the works, talk to artists and I can name at least a handful of artistic careers which have been the direct creation of this festival. That done, there would be music and live performances enacted in the public squares of Fontainhas. A brass band near Mary Immaculate High School, a ‘ divli naach’ near the fountain ( from which Fontainhas derives its name), Remo belting ‘ Maria Pitashe’ near Panjim Inn or Lorna singing ‘ Red Rose’ from the little ground opposite Antonio Sousa’s house. Add to all this, the essence of authentic Goan cuisine in the bylanes of Fontainhas. Mum’s Kitchen, Hotel Mandovi, Raanchikud and others would dish out mouthwatering wonders one after the other. It used to be a week full of art, music and good cheer. Where friends would meet in the evenings for a bite and a bit of music. Where children would get their poratraits in pencil drawn by students of the art college. Where decent deals for buying local art were cut, thus creating a whole new bunch of artistic pool in Goa. Was the festival successful? Hugely. Just go by how people have begun to restore old houses, not to mention the sudden demand for old ‘ Portuguese’ houses from cash- rich Delhiwallahs and their ilk. The objective of the Goa Heritage Action Group to disseminate information about our architectural and cultural heritage seemed to have been achieved. But then it was the job of the Tourism Department to latch on to such a wonderful property that could have ensured quality tourism for years to come. The one area where the organisers could have fared better was to create a bridge with the residents who not only had to open up their houses and literally compromise on their household privacy for a week or more, but who rightly or wrongly felt used by the authorities. What did they receive besides a fresh coat of paint? My gut feeling is that had they been offered centrestage to being trustees of the event, the Fontainhas Festival would have flourished and gone from strength to strength. This festival which was put together by the collective genius of a handful of people. Further testimony to a fact that the universe conspires to get things done when a few people have a larger interest of the society at heart. The Goa Heritage Action Group has always been blessed with people who mean well for Goa’s cultural and architectural heritage. Now the only missing link is the political will. Sure, the IFFI is a bigger event and draws the stars ( paid for, of course), but the Fontainhas Festival brought art and life of Panjim together. Could we have a once more?! (ENDS) http://www.epaperoheraldo.in/Details.aspx?id=1406boxid=32436468uid=dat=9/29/2011 Goanet A-C-E! Arts ~ Culture ~ Entertainment
[Goanet] [Photo Blog by Rajan Parrikar] Let Sleeping Dogs Lie
Photo Blog by Rajan Parrikar has posted a new item, 'Let Sleeping Dogs Lie' You may view the latest post at http://www.parrikar.com/blog/2011/09/29/let-sleeping-dogs-lie/ Best regards, Rajan P. Parrikar parri...@yahoo.com
[Goanet] Stoic defense of the Caju Feni!
These days GN has reached its lowest depths. But I was taken by the stoic defense of the Caju by xri Cecilio Pinto. This topic raised the heights of Goan Nationalism and our Goan pride vide the Caju. I hope one day we can strike the devil that enveloped us since 61even if takes to have a bottle of caju as a escudo. More on the caju : http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cashew. I think we all chukle in regard to the description of the fruit. BTW does xri Antonio Sá drink Tinto? BC
[Goanet] 37th tiatr Competition 2011 - DESVATT
37th tiatr Competition 2011 - DESVATT Most parents now a days very busy either making money or into so called social work. While men are busy after making more and more money the women folks seen busy with social activities including religious - NGOs be it ‘Balancho Awaz’ or ‘Bhailanchi Shokti or ‘Bailanchim Karma’ their dairies are full of appointments. They leave in the morning and come home very late thus give little or no time to their children. All they give to them is the Money (no limit) including latest electronic gadgets like mobile phones, video games. What the children really need from the parents is their time with them which they spend may be rebuilding other people’s broken homes ignoring their own. By the time they realise their mistake, it’s too late as their own homes completely collapsed and beyond any repairs. or visit here the skip the rest and for more updates including the tiatr video clip etc http://joegoauk-konkani-tiatr-vcds-films.blogspot.com/2011/09/37th-tiatr-competition-2011-desvatt.htmlSomething Something like this very beautifully brought out by Peter Vaz in his tiatr ‘DESVATT’ (Taleigao Dramtic Troupe) which was the 9th entry in the ongoing 37th Tiatr Competition organised by Kala Academy of Goa and supported by Tiatr Agademy of goa, TAG.Staged on 28th Sept. 2011-09-29. Today’s tiatr was opened at the hands ofDalgado Konknni Academy (DKA) Secretary and a welknown Konkani writer Shri Jose Salvador Fernandes. The tiatr had very strong and much need social message, particularly to parents. Father (Elves Sequeira) being abroad, mother (Carmen Barbosa e sequeira at her best) very busy with her social work. So busy that she does not even remember her teenage son’s birthday. However, there is a party in the house on the same day not a birthday party but to celebrate her promotion in the NGO organisation. Poor son mistook it as his party and even invited his friends.. Son, an introvert, role well played by Jozic D’Silva- Was really so natural, lot of hardwork there His sister was Candida D’Souza who did most of the Cant singing and the one sang at the time of her brother leaving the home to study out of state (much against his wish) was really touching , which brought tears in many eyes (includes our four). For most of us, one thing was so sure – The son will commit suicide in the hostel by hanging which is the No. 1 in Goa at present,followed by Ratol suicide.But no, the son did not commit suicide. Infact, hehas a lover, an African lover with whom he had bonding relationship of an alternate lifestyle.The son had girlfriend back home though. It’s too late now, son is dying.. Parents, particularly the mother to blame for the neglect and for not allowing him to do what he always wanted to do (career). The son suffered a lot mentally through out his life including ragging at the college/hostel which was forced upon him by his own parents who neither believed in him nor had time to be by his side when he needed them most - Third person ended up taking advantage of the situation.. The story well written taking into account the currents burning issues that affect the society. Peter Vaz gets full marks for that from JoeGoaUk for taking up this cause - Goa's alarming rate of suicide, is indeed a matter of concern. The house cook cum comedian role played by the Playwright himself (Peter Vaz). NGO secretary well played by Tassy Dias and a cameo role of tiatrist uncle played by Manuel Vaz who is a very familiar face at Kala Academy campus. Besides, there was a doctor (Armando Almeida) and the Son's friends in Goa Mr. Klaver Taveira, Myron Viegas and Josh D'Silva The tiatr has about 13 songs. Rich tribute paid to Chris Perry by Anthony and Suzie Fernandes (remember seeing Suzie crooning in Goan bands - Cascades?) Jr. Nelson (Thomas Afonso) paid tribute to Vasco Sports club footballer Late Andrew D’Souza and pleaded Vasco minister to honour him with a State award and Jose Gonsalves' tribute to tiatrist Jose Rod. Full Marks to all. Besides, Comedian Selvy’s comedy solo most loved by all, Betty D’Cunha, little Shayna Britto,Anvilly and Candida etc sang well. Quatet by Peter Vaz, Tassy Dias, Klaver and Myron was good too with Portuguese mix. Band by Agnelo Dias / Vitorin Araujo and group The tiatr was houseful Here are some stage pics http://www.flickr.com/photos/joegoauktiatr10/6192982838/in/photostream/ Liite Shayna Britto http://www.flickr.com/photos/joegoauktiatr10/6192467407/in/photostream/ Mother-father-Son http://www.flickr.com/photos/joegoauktiatr10/6192987054/in/photostream/ Husband-wife in real life http://www.flickr.com/photos/joegoauktiatr10/6192988930/in/photostream/Paying tribute to Chris Perry http://www.flickr.com/photos/joegoauktiatr10/6192991164/in/photostream/with tiatrist uncle M Vaz (KA Securityman)
[Goanet] Utorda locals wrestle against illegal kiosks
Utorda locals wrestle against illegal kiosks TEAM HERALD teamherald@ herald- goa. com CORTALIM: The issue of illegal kiosks and stalls has dogged residents of Utorda, with authorities remaining mute spectators to the menace despite residents petitioning for its removal. In a complaint to the sarpanch, about 200 residents have highlighted the illegal trade at Mollar- Utorda road junction in gross violation to the notification issued by South Goa district magistrate which prohibits any activity within 50 mtrs radius. Requesting the sarpanch to remove the illegal structures which are a public nuisance, residents have warned of necessary action if the panchayat fails to proceed as per the law. Assuring action against the structures, Majorda- Utorda- Calata Sarpanch Visitation D’Silva admitted receiving the complaint from the residents. “ I will place the complaint letter before the panchayat meeting on September 30 and the body will decide,” D’Silva said, adding that notices would later be issued to violators. “ Even otherwise, I had already decided to initiate action against them even before the complaint was made to the panchayat, as the body was in receipt of Magistrate’s letter in this regard,” D’Silva informed Herald. GULF-GOANS e-NEWSLETTER (since 1994) http://www.yahoogroups.com/group/gulf-goans/ www.colaco.net http://www.goa-world.com/goa/music/live.htm GREET YOUR LOVED ONES IN GOA http://www.goa-world.com/expressions/ LAST GASP: The UPA government has turned Anna Hazare into the last Gandhian standing - Gaspar Almeida, www.goa-world.com Gulf-Goans e-Newsletter presented by goa-world.com team http://www.yahoogroups.com/group/gulf-goans
