[Goanet] Goans and Zanzibar
Mervyn Lobo is incorrect in equating Zanzibar's formal 'Protectorate' status within the British Empire with that of a 'Colony' when he writes that " ... which is just a fancy way of saying they ruled through a puppet Sultan." Clearly, the British were dominant in administering Zanzibar through the British 'Resident' (note: not 'Governor") and an Executive Council comprising senior British Civil Servants and representatives of Zanzibar's racially diverse population (though, admittedly, the African majority was clearly significantly under represented). These terms - 'Protectorate' and 'Resident' were not mere differences in description but represented subtle nuanced differences in status and role to other colonies. Mervyn's description of Zanzibar's Sultan as a "puppet" is also intensely misleading and derogatory. He most definitely was no puppet. Whilst, clearly, the British were dominant in Zanzibar's administration, the British Resident conducted Government in close consultation with His Highness the Sultan in all matters, especially with regard to the role of Islam in Zanzibari society. Increasingly, over the decades of British dominance in Zanzibar - the then Sultan having opted to accept British "protection" upon the seizure of his mainland "possessions" by Britain (Kenya and Uganda) and Germany (Tanganyika) the Sultan's role developed more into one of 'Constitutional Monarch', which was eventually defined in the constitution of the independent State of Zanzibar (December 1963). So, the status and role of Zanzibar's Monarch would have been akin that of Britain's Monarch and no one, I do believe, would describe H. M. Queen Elizabeth as "a puppet", which clearly she is not. I do also believe that one ought to exercise due sensitivity and caution in the descriptions, often inadvisedly, we choose to ascribe to people and posts. In Zanzibar's colonial period, as in many other similar situations, there is a subtle nuanced interplay of roles and influences, which should not be over simplified into dominant and subservient. I would challenged anyone with sufficient knowledge on Zanzibar in colonial times to convince me that the British administration there was capable to taking any action or institute any measure that the Sultan objected to! That therefore is the measure of the Sultan's role and influence, given that a puppet, by definition would have no such power or influence. Mervyn also writes loosely about Zanzibar being "(re-)united with the mainland ..." after independence. The reality is that (The People's Republic of) Zanzibar formed a Union with independent Tanganyika four months after its Revolution. There was no unity with "the mainland" - i.e. with Kenya and Uganda, whose territories were all, at one time, claimed loosely as territories of the Sultan of Zanzibar (then, as it happens, an 'outpost' of Oman). Francis de Lima
[Goanet] Goan food from 'Goan Aswad' - Pics and video
Lokotsav 2013 Tisrio Rs.50 with pollo or roti http://www.flickr.com/photos/joegoauk67/8371825587/in/photostream/ http://www.flickr.com/photos/joegoauk67/8374183874/in/photostream/ Mannkio or squids Rs.150 with Roti or pollo http://www.flickr.com/photos/joegoauk67/8374188408/in/photostream/ http://www.flickr.com/photos/joegoauk67/8373117209/in/photostream/ Kulio Rs.50 with roti http://www.flickr.com/photos/joegoauk67/8374191780/in/photostream/ shougo / Shouvio http://www.flickr.com/photos/joegoauk67/8373131123/in/photostream/ http://www.flickr.com/photos/joegoauk66/8360016194/in/photostream/ San’nas Rs.10 each - Taste too good, I ate 4 http://www.flickr.com/photos/joegoauk67/8373112647/in/photostream/ Neurio Modak Dos http://www.flickr.com/photos/joegoauk67/8374186898/in/photostream/ Video http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=z3CMTAEYtDw more pics and videos http://joegoauk-pointofview.blogspot.in/2013/01/lokotsav-2013-folk-festival.html joego...@yahoo.co.uk 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] Social activists' worrying influence
I read the enclosed article with interest. Particularly since the author is a member of the National Advisory Council, whose chairperson is Sonia Gandhi. It is the other members of this august body that are pushing the programmes which the author says are harmful to the society. Best regards, U. G. Barad The power of populists and naysayers Author: NC Saxena Publication: The Indian Express Date: January 2, 2013 URL: http://www.indianexpress.com/news/the-power-of-populists-and-naysayers/10529 86/0 The growing influence on policy issues of activists who call themselves civil society is a worrying trend and needs to be objectively analysed. Two recent policy pronouncements will illustrate how government seems to be yielding to their pressure. It is well established that absenteeism of teachers and poor quality of outcomes in government schools is the main factor behind the popularity of private schools with poor infrastructure that cater to the needs of the underprivileged. The management pays pittance to the teachers but such schools are still attracting students because of better teacher attendance, personal attention to each student and testing of their homework by the teachers, faster scholastic learning, and in some places greater emphasis on English. Often they run under a banyan tree or in a dilapidated building. However, the Right to Education Act insists that such schools would be closed down if they do not have an all- weather building consisting of at least one classroom for every teacher and an office-cum-store-cum-head teachers room; barrier-free access; separate toilets for boys and girls; safe and adequate water facility to all children; kitchen for mid-day meals; playground; library; and qualified teachers. Shutting down private schools that do not meet the required norms and standards will place an additional burden on Sarva Shiksha Abhiyan (SSA) funds at a time when the overall demand for primary education is still greater than supply. This is particularly so in urban areas that cater to migrants and slum dwellers. At the very least, the answer lies in improving the quality of infrastructure and outcomes in government schools and not in shutting down the private schools, thereby denying access to education to the deprived sections. However, the lobby of fundamentalists in the education sector is so strong that these schools are under threat of being de-recognised under law. A more recent example of the civil society influence on drafting of laws can be seen in the Land Acquisition Bill. A close examination of its clauses would reveal that acquisition of even one acre of land would take at least two years and the proposal will have to pass through about a hundred hands. The delay is caused mainly because the bill seeks to establish several committees adorned by activists and experts. To begin with, Social Impact Assessment would be carried out by a committee, and its report would be vetted by an Expert Group. In addition, there would be an R&R Committee, of course a State Level Committee and a National Monitoring Committee to pontificate over the reports generated by the junior committees. As land cost is insignificant (between 1 to 5 per cent of the project cost), a simpler solution would have been to increase compensation several fold, and make land available to the project in a few months time. However, landowners cannot ask for more than the recorded price (it is common knowledge that it is often less than one-third of the actual price) in urban areas and not more than double in rural areas. The bill is anti-farmer and anti-growth, but certainly pro-civil society! Barring a few exceptions, many of these NGO activists think with their hearts and not with their brains. They are populists and cater to a constituency of habitual seminar participants. One can easily predict their stand on any development issue. For instance, they would never say that profits are legitimate or that industry is creating jobs, or that agriculture has shown vast improvements in Gujarat. They believe in development being a zero-sum game where the poor can benefit only when the rich are losing out. Both cannot win, according to them. Ramachandra Guha rightly called them the No No People. In the past, they criticised the Green Revolution, in the 1980s their target was farm forestry, and now their target is infrastructure, dams, power plants, direct cash transfer schemes, UID, PPP, etc. Reality for them is either black or white, never grey. Everywhere, they see a conspiracy engineered by the World Bank/ IMF or the neo-liberal state. They pick up facts selectively, or distort them. They are people in a hurry looking for quick-fix solutions. Like journalists who only write but do not read, they too only talk but have no time for comprehensive analyses of such facts that do not support their biased views. Their favourite pastime is to hog media space and run down government. No wond
Re: [Goanet] GOEMKAR TO TAKE ON PARRIKAR GOVERNMENT FOR WRONG POLICIES
Sad to note that SPECIAL STATUS FOR GOA does not figure in the scheme of things of GOEMKAR Cheers floriano goasuraj PS: It is funny to see that GOEMKAR is projected as 'non-political' when headed by a colourful POLITICIAN. - Original Message - From: "Aires Rodrigues" To: "goanet" Sent: Saturday, January 12, 2013 8:27 PM Subject: [Goanet] GOEMKAR TO TAKE ON PARRIKAR GOVERNMENT FOR WRONG POLICIES Fatorda Independent MLA Vijai Sardesai today announced the names of the members of the Steering Committee of “GOEMKAR”. He said that this committee, which had been formed at a meeting of like-minded Goemkars at Margao this week, was composed of members representing all sections of society and was drawn from all parts of Goa. Sardesai appealed to all Goemkars to cast aside all differences and to come together in this hour of need to ensure a better Goem for each and every Goemkar and that every true Goemkar should become part of this movement by ensuring a huge turnout at the Lohia Maidan meeting, so that the voice of Goemkars is heard loud and clear. * * Aires Rodrigues T1 - B30, Ribandar Retreat Ribandar - Goa - 403006 Mobile: 9822684372
[Goanet] G.O.A. U.K. New Year's function.
Goan Extravaganza - Presidents Speech http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KnRfxCgYANE Credit to Ben De Souza, ex Zanzibar, Reuters London and band leader in London. @ 2.30 credit was given to a Bonny D"Souza who ostensibly was present at the inception of the G.O.A. UK. This is incorrect, as the man was not present at the meeting in 1966. I believe he arrived in England sometime around 1970. Please correct me if I am wrong. -- DEV BOREM KORUM Gabe Menezes.
Re: [Goanet] On Aires
1: Aires Rodrigues: I Am Ready To Lose My Life For Better Of Goa 2:,Eugene: I (thought) it should be "It would be better for Goa and politicians if I lose my life." (ha, ha, ha) COMMENT: Whether one agrees or disagrees with another or his/her views, Eugene's comment is out of order: even if it is made in jest. jc
Re: [Goanet] FOR A BETTER GOA
Cheers to GOANS. They even flock enmasse to put their entire savings in shaddy Financial Companies operating from hotel rooms to get walloping return only to realize that their money has vanished with the company finding themselves knocking at the doors of the police. Ah Goans. Now, a Congressman turned Independent for not getting Congress Ticket has become the Messiah and Saviour of Goa ! GOEMKAR in deed. Minus the COLSAUM. Airesbab. Can I get a lift? floriano PS: The man who invested in a colourful wardrope of identical shirts with shoulder flaps and Gandhi collar. - Original Message - From: "Nascy Caldeira" To: "Goa's premiere mailing list, estb. 1994!" ; "goanet" Sent: Saturday, January 12, 2013 7:43 PM Subject: Re: [Goanet] FOR A BETTER GOA Kudos to Vijay Sardesai. He is our man of the Hour! I know he will make a very able and matured leader and possibly Ch. Mantri for Goa in the near future. I would urge all Goans, Christian, Hindu and Muslim and other non believers etc. to start believing in Goa and put their trust in Vijay. First step is to attend the Rally and join up, and encourage the Man towards Goa's success in moving away from saffron Fascism and Corruption too. It is good that responsible persons like Aires Rodrigues is behind this important event. This is Goa's chance to redeem themselves from selfish bjp wallahs and congressmen too. Viva Goa. Goa Must WIN! Nascy Caldeira From: Aires Rodrigues To: goanet Sent: Saturday, 12 January 2013 6:44 AM Subject: [Goanet] FOR A BETTER GOA Fatorda Independent MLA Mr.Vijai Sardesai has taken a brave initiative to launch GOEMKAR. A platform to stand up and protect the interests of Goa and Goans. This was long overdue to ensure a better future for Goa from the current mess it is embroiled in. GOEMKAR will be officially launched at a public meeting to be held at Lohia Maidan on 15th January 2013 which is also the eve of the anniversary of the historic 1967 Opinion poll. Let us show our commitment to protect our Goa by being present on Tuesday 15th January at 5pm at Lohia Maidan. A meeting every Goan should not miss. Please pass on the message to your friends and family. Together for a better Goa. Aires Rodrigues T1 - B30, Ribandar Retreat Ribandar - Goa - 403006 Mobile: 9822684372
[Goanet] (no subject)
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Re: [Goanet] Goans forced to be bharatis
- Original Message - From: Jose Colaco > > Am I correct in understanding that (say in 1962) > > a: Goans already had Portuguese nationality > b: They have been 'decreed' to be Indian citizens > c: They are now given the choice ie Accept it OR Get Lost from your Home > (like > Fr. Chico) > d: Do neither and be imprisoned (like Fr. Chico) > It is my contention based on my knowledge of history that invaders conquer the land that they have invaded. The inhabitants of that land then become citizens of the invading country. In the case in question, the invaded people were given an opportunity to declare whether or not they wanted to register themselves as citizens of the old invading power instead of remaining default decreed citizens of the new invading power as is the historical norm. In my opinion, the new invading power, being a democracy, would have been forced to find a democratic solution if 50% + 1 of the invaded folk had chosen to register themselves as citizens of the old dominion. Regarding Fr. Chico, it is my opinion that special exception to the immigration and citizenship should have been made in his case. Of course, these are only my opinions, subject to be changed if persuasive counterarguments are made. So far I have seen none. Cheers, Santosh
[Goanet] Goans forced to be bharatis
Portugal and China had a contract over Macau. In 1975 Portugal already had intentions of handing over Macau, but China said to wait and that they would provide a proper date ie 1999. In case of Goa the illegal occupation continues since 1961 and we still have bharati apologists who are blind to what is happening since the event happened 5 decades ago. BC I had not jumped into this debate till now because this topic of Liberation/Annexation/Aggression has been a cyclical one. Since BC has proved himself to be a "liar" in his effort to defame me and has also proved to be "uncouth" for not having the b***s to apoologize for not being able to prove his charges, I left it's not worth the time and patience to counter his views. VRR has also proved that BC gets into convoluted logic. He doesn't know where he stands. If he's still in Macau, itself a Portuguese colony till 1999. I hope he lives to see what happens when the autonomy granted to it runs out in 2049.
[Goanet] Goans forced to be bharatis
Is it not Goans forced to be someone, other than what one is; Unjustified? Read here what the President said: http://www.dn.pt/inicio/opiniao/interior.aspx?content_id=1605529 Dr. Ferdinando dos Reis Falcão.
[Goanet] Special Status Goa
I am thrilled to know that many Gram Sabha's across Goa are now demanding(not requesting) for Special Status to preserve our prized identity. With real estate and land grabbed by the rest of India mainly via black money, the locals Goans are on the way to becoming irrelevant. Add to this the huge un-controlled migrant influx which could be reduced/controlled in many ways. Even un-democratic China had better ways to safeguard the identity of Hong Kong and Macao. The Government of Goa must go full throttle on this issue and genuine Goans will back it!! Arwin Mesquita.
[Goanet] Researcher wants to hear Bombay Goan migrants to Canada
West coast Catholics share a common culture and destiny. Our idiom is English, our cuisine identical, our parishes and schools common. We party together, marry each other, and and are buried together. Our immigrant experiences in Toronto would be identical. Roselle would broaden the Unversitie's horizon, along with her own, if she shared the experiences of folk from Mangalore, "East India" and "Anglo India" with her followers. eric. From: Eugene Correia eugene.corr...@gmail.com Roselle M. Gonsalves, a PhD candidate at the University of Calgary is writing her doctoral dissertation on Toronto's Goan Catholic immigrant community from Bombay (Mumbai). Her project focuses on the immigrant experiences of Goan Catholics in Toronto, and how this community forms its identity in the new place. If you emigrated to Canada from Bombay and would like to be a part of this conversation, Roselle would like to hear from you. She can be contacted by telephone at 403-978-6912, or by email at rgons...@ucalgary.ca. -
Re: [Goanet] FOR A BETTER GOA
Kudos to Vijay Sardesai. He is our man of the Hour! I know he will make a very able and matured leader and possibly Ch. Mantri for Goa in the near future. I would urge all Goans, Christian, Hindu and Muslim and other non believers etc. to start believing in Goa and put their trust in Vijay. First step is to attend the Rally and join up, and encourage the Man towards Goa's success in moving away from saffron Fascism and Corruption too. It is good that responsible persons like Aires Rodrigues is behind this important event. This is Goa's chance to redeem themselves from selfish bjp wallahs and congressmen too. Viva Goa. Goa Must WIN! Nascy Caldeira From: Aires Rodrigues To: goanet Sent: Saturday, 12 January 2013 6:44 AM Subject: [Goanet] FOR A BETTER GOA Fatorda Independent MLA Mr.Vijai Sardesai has taken a brave initiative to launch GOEMKAR. A platform to stand up and protect the interests of Goa and Goans. This was long overdue to ensure a better future for Goa from the current mess it is embroiled in. GOEMKAR will be officially launched at a public meeting to be held at Lohia Maidan on 15th January 2013 which is also the eve of the anniversary of the historic 1967 Opinion poll. Let us show our commitment to protect our Goa by being present on Tuesday 15th January at 5pm at Lohia Maidan. A meeting every Goan should not miss. Please pass on the message to your friends and family. Together for a better Goa. Aires Rodrigues T1 - B30, Ribandar Retreat Ribandar - Goa - 403006 Mobile: 9822684372
[Goanet] INDIAN or PORTUGUESE?
INDIAN or PORTUGUESE? José Constancio Mendes is a 5th generation descendant of a Hindu family that migrated from Rajasthan to Goa during the Portuguese rule and was converted to Christianity. That puts him in a perplexing situation. Mr. Mendes is 70 years old, a bachelor and lives in Goa. He never obtained a voting card or any other card, does not have a bank account and has never travelled abroad, therefore never obtained a passport. He is a self-employed tailor. 1) Is he today an Indian because he is a native of Rajasthan by origin; or Portuguese because he was born in ‘Estado da India Portuguesa’? 2) Of course, now he has the freedom of choice of religion and if he chooses to stay as Christian because he was baptised as one, may he also be called a Portuguese national because his birth certificate says he was born in Portuguese Goa? 3) He says he is Indian citizen, but a Portuguese national. Is he wrong? Bennet Paes
[Goanet] Invitation - CII Green Practices Conference on "Riding the Next Wave of Green Practices" - 19 Jan 2013 Goa Marriott Panaji
Dear Esteemed Member of the Media, CII Conference on "Riding the Next Wave of Green Practices" 0900-1800 Hrs: 19 January 2013 : Ballroom ; Goa Marriott Resort : Panaji Goa Invitation - Print & Electronic Media Kindly Register in Advance Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) Goa Chapter has taken the initiative to advance the Green Practices in Goa through the involvement of stakeholders of the industry. CII sensitizes key stakeholders to embrace Green practices and facilitates market transformation, paving way for India to become one of the global leaders in Green businesses. Towards this the Government of Goa and CII Goa Chapter is organising a one-day conference on "Riding the Next Wave of Green Practices" on 19 January 2013 at the Goa Marriott Resort at Panaji Goa. The Conference on 19 January 2013 will be attended by prominent speakers and top CEOs and brands like GE, Siemens, HUL, GMR, Tata, Cummins, UTC etc from across the nation would be speaking at the conference. Mr. Dilip Paulekar, Hon'ble Minister for Tourism, Govt of Goa, Mr. Nikhil Desai, Director Tourism, Mr. R K Verma, Secretary Tourism, Mr. P Mathew, Secretary Nonconventional Energy, Mr. S T Puttaraju, Chief Town Planner would also speak at the conference. Focus & Coverage: Green Manufacturing, Green/Eco Tourism, Green/Alternate Energy, Green Infrastructure: Corporate & Residential arena. Objective of the Conference: · To mainstream the green movement and enable the State of Goa to emerge as a major player in green revolution for a major transformation. in Green practices / concepts in the Manufacturing, Service, Infrastructure and Hospitality Industry · Showcase innovative Green Technologies / Green Products / Equipment / Services · Expose the participants to the latest global trends, concepts & techniques in Green Businesses · Provide a platform for networking, · Facilitate exploring new business opportunities · Enable market transformation of green products and equipment Conference Features: · One-day Conference · Opportunity to display green products / technologies / concepts parallel to the conference. Who can attend: The Programme will be found relevant and useful for all those working in the areas of: · Manufacturing Sector: Green Technologies, Green Product Manufacturers and suppliers · Service Sector: Soft Technology Companies, Hospitality, Consultant & Professionals · Construction Sector: Builders, Developers, Architects, Engineers, Interior Designers · Government: Ministers, Bureaucrats, Government officials, Depts / Agencies, Policy / Decision makers · Exhibitors: Manufacturer, Material suppliers and Service Providers. · Media: Print & Electronic I am writing to invite you to the conference on Friday 19 January 2013 and also cover the event in yoru esteemed print and News channels. May I request you to kindly fill the registration form (enclosed) and email it at the earliest to john.fernan...@cii.in. For more details you may contact Mr. John Fernandes on 9822982979. With warm regards, Moushmi - Moushmi Kamat Deputy Director & Head Goa State Office Confederation of Indian Industry 502, Unitech City Center, M. G. Road, Panaji, Goa 403 001 Tel: 0832 - 2422790 / 2422796 / 9881255660 e-mail: ciig...@dataone.in ; moushmi.ka...@cii.in - -- -- Disclaimer This message, including any files transmitted with it, is for the sole use of the intended recipient and may contain information that is confidential, legally privileged or exempt from disclosure under applicable law. If you are not the intended recipient, please note that any unauthorized use, review, storage, disclosure or distribution of this message and/or its contents in any form is strictly prohibited. If it appears that you are not the intended recipient or this message has been forwarded to you without appropriate authority, please immediately delete this message permanently from your records and notify the sender. CII makes no warranties as to the accuracy or completeness of the information in this message and accepts no liability for any damages, including without limitation, direct, indirect, incidental, consequential or punitive damages, arising out of or due to use of the information given in this message.
[Goanet] Kunbi dance
Kunnbi gauddi dance http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XalXy4JuLX8 For Goan Video Clips http://youtube.com/joeukgoa In Goa, Dial 1 0 8 For Hospital, Police, Fire etc
