Re: [Goanet] Goa... weather and tides
Dear Fred As usual, an extremely useful website. Thanks. I also need to know how to go about changing my OS to Linux from windows. Cheers Pascal X. Pinto MDS FDSRCS(Eng) ORAL & MAXILLOFACIAL SURGEON PROF OMFS & IMPLANTOLOGY KLE UNIVERSITY
Re: [Goanet] Fr Vincent Catao
Dear All, It was with a saddened heart that I heard of Fr Catao's demise last weekend. Fr Catao was my English teacher and principal of our school St Britto's. A disciplinarian to boot he enforced the law with his "paddle" and 'lunch time music'. He did not tolerate fools and called a spade a spade. As Marshall pointed out he had an aristocratic demeanour and spoke English as it should be spoken. Despite this he was loved and respected by all his students. It may be because his classes were engaging and he was a committed and charismatic teacher with a strong sense of fair play, Heavens school will rejoice with the addition of Fr Catao coming so soon after Sir Ivan -another great teacher. These two teachers have inspired me and have helped me to become what I am. My sympathies to the bereaved families. Thank You Fred for keeping us informed. Pascal X. Pinto Class of '80 St Britto HS Mapuca
[Goanet] The Flying Visa Scam Goans duped in Israel
Dear All, The recent Outlook Mar 23 2009 has an interesting article on the plight of Indians and specifically of Goans caught in a flying Visa scam in Israel of all places. Pascal Pinto Indians come here to find that the job they came seeking was a well-orchestrated lie Mya Guarnieri | e-mail | one page format | feedback: send - read | The Flying Visa scam Israel's employment agencies obtain permits to hire foreign workers The permit allows them to secure employment and a work visa for a foreigner The Israel agency's partner in India takes huge sums of money from those wishing to work in Israel But once the Indian worker reaches Israel, he finds his employment, and therefore his visa, cancelled The guilty employment agency uses the permit to take out a visa for yet another Indian Those left stranded go into hiding, hoping to evade deportation. They work illegally to pay the loans they took to finance their journey to Israel. *** The Binding Arrangement Those working legally are also ripe for exploitation. Their work visa is valid as long as they have the job. Employers consequently compel, say a caregiver, to also double up as cooks, gardeners etc Wages are often far lower than promised originally NGOs suspect cases of sexual abuse. These are not reported because the victim fears his visa could be cancelled. Should the employer die, the visa stands cancelled. ***Indians In Israel The interior ministry says there are about 18,000 Indians in Israel Only 5,100 of them have a legal status. The rest are working illegally. Actual number is said to be much higher. Many who're pushed across the Egypt-Israel border don't figure in official estimates. People pay $8,000 to $10,000 for working in Israel Most Indians workers are employed as caregivers. The salary offered is $700 a month. _ So many new options, so little time. Windows Live Messenger. http://www.microsoft.com/india/windows/windowslive/messenger.aspx
[Goanet] Broadband in Goa
Hullo Vivian, Guess you are back in Goa and must be pretty let down after experiencing the blistering download speeds in the US. We have the broadband connection with a wireless modem at our office in Patto and the service is pretty decent. It should be considering we are only a block away from the BSNL HQ. However it being a wireless we tend to pick up the networks of neighbouring offices. Fred could note this one down in his listings of WiFi areas in Panaji :-)). Cheers Pascal
Re: [Goanet] Parking problems in Panaji
http://www.GOANET.org International Cuisine Conference on Traditional Asian Diet Panaji, Goa, September 2-5, 2007 - http://www.indologygoa.in Online Media Partner: http://www.goanet.org Dear all, Todays Navhind carries the CCP's solution to the parking problem in Panaji. The mayor Tony Rodrigues announced the green signal for three underground parking lots in the city one along AB road, another along MG road and the third one on 18th June Road. Which buildings would be razed/ parks would be dug up have not been notified. One can be sure however whatever is done will elicit storms of protest :-)). Selma's common sense suggestions of demolish and build would affront the heritage activists and are more suited to American towns. A more practical approach for Panaji would be the European model -to create pay and park facilities outside Panaji and have electric shuttles busing in people into pedestrianised areas in the conserved areas of the city.Difficult? I presumed organising the first IFFI would have been tougher. On a brighter note the underground parking for the Panjim Market has been commisioned from Sept 1 and the Reserve battalion of the Goa Police are being deployed on all the main streets of the city to prevent double parking, halting etc Pascal Pinto Orchids, H No 251, Morombi O Grande,Merces, Goa,INDIA
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--- http://www.GOANET.org --- The First Konkani E-Cinema BLACK Nhesop Atanchem Fashion Premiers at Masrah, Hawalli Auditorium, Kuwait on Aug 10, 2007 http://lists.goanet.org/pipermail/goanet-goanet.org/2007-August/060201.html --- The Union ministry is promoting branded home stay or B&B as an alternative to to budget hotels reports Outlook (6th August 07). This would be an affordable alternative to budget hotels. It aims to be economical, homely and give the visitors an Indian experience. The concept is catching on with NRI's,PIO's, corporates, foriegn tourists etc. India now needs 70,000 hotel rooms double that by 2010 to meet the target of 10 million overseas visitors annually. Goa had taken the first adminitrative initiative and has over 600 registered B&B's and service apartment clusters.Explains Pamela Masceranhas,deputy director, Goa's tourism department: "' We started it in 1985,from one room hutments to upmarket heritage homes. During Oct-March period, theres 60-70 percent occupancy". Of late other states especially Delhi and those of the South are following suit. Pascal Pinto Orchids, H No 251, Morombi O Grande,Merces, Goa,INDIA PS: I wonder whether the shacks rented out by the fisherfolk in Candolim-Calangute -Baga and where we spent our glorious summer holidays a forerunner to the Indian B&B?
Re: [Goanet] Goanet Digest, Vol 2, Issue 660
* G * O * A * N * E * T C * L * A * S * S * I * F * I * E * D * S * GARCA BRANCA VACATION ACCOMMODATION LOUTULIM, SOUTH GOA. For R&R; modern/clean amenities; serene, healthy and wholesome location Visit http://www.garcabranca.com for details/booking/confirmation. Dear Beulah, As the original posting suggested with the entire polity corrupted getting permissions etc can be difficult especially if 'gray'areas are involved. However basic services such as obtaining Form 1& 14 etc and survey plans have become quiet straightforward and transparent especially after the GBA agitation. A Form I & IV can be obtained in minutes from a Mahiti Ghar or Collectors Office after providing the correct survey number and fee of Rs 10/-. A mutation/procedure (addn/deln of names) or permutation (division of property) would however take anywhere from 6 months to a couple of years. Cheers Pascal Pinto
[Goanet] US Goan Boosts Goan Football
http://www.GOANET.org This month's Goanet operations sponsored by an Anonymous Donor Dear All, Reproducing an article from the NT. US based footballer Elvis Goes returns to Goa to set up the YFO to promote football. Adidas League kicks off with 465 children NT Sports Reporter Panaji, April 15 Adidas Youth Football League, the first of its kind in India for kids belonging to U-7, U-9, U-11 and U-13 age groups, organised by Youth Football Organisation (YFO) in collaboration with Don Bosco College (Panaji) and promoted by Adidas - the most innovative sports brand - got underway at Don Bosco grounds, here, today. Replicated on the lines of American Youth Soccer Organisation's (AYSO) programme - which is involved in development of 5-12 year old soccer kids since 1960s - the Adidas Youth League, is the brainchild of former Goa state footballer Elvis Goes, who is also a certified United States Soccer Federation (USSF) 'B' and 'C' licensed coach. The league has been launched to promote the budding football talent that abounds in the soccer crazy state of Goa and also to provide them with an opportunity to enjoy and get acquainted with the sport at a young age, with their parents volunteering for them at the soccer field. With short-sided games being a part of the youth league, which will be spread over the next eight weeks, with games being organised only on Sundays, children from U-6 to U-13 will be allowed to enjoy their football under the guidance of coaches. The Adidas League will aim to train nearly 600 children, who will be coached using modern techniques and qualified coaches in the state, although there are plans to initiate and replicate the concept in major metros with Mumbai being the prime target owing to its huge populace. "The league programme will provide the impetus the sport needs to flourish in the state. I am confident that the league will benefit immensely from Adidas' involvement and we will hopefully see Indian footballers, possibly being produced from such programmes, make their presence felt on the international arena in the future," Elvis Goes, who is also the president of the YFO, asserted while speaking to The Navhind Times. Infact, the first day of the league itself evinced an overwhelming response with 465 children (70 still waiting to get registered)) in various age groups from different parts of the state showing up with their parents at Don Bosco grounds. The children played short-games with tremendous enthusiasm and energy, showing they were ready to soak into the friendly environment created by the organisers as a total of 32 games were held today as each age category was divided into A, B, C and D groups to accommodate the huge turn outs. "There will be no winners though, but it will be the spirit of participation that will be encouraged during the entire 8-week programme where kids will be allowed to enjoy, learn and grow in the sport," Elvis informed. "It is certainly a practical way to promote football among kids. All we need is a pair of boots and a jersey to get started. And the game just moves on with great enthusiasm, this a great concept," stated Mr Adhiraaj Singh, assistant manager-sports marketing, Adidas (Gurgaon). He also commended the efforts put in by YFO and the support extended by Don Bosco towards initiating the league . "It's such a novel concept of football promotion among kids and said Adidas is proud to be associated with the league," Mr Singh added. "In fact there is tremendous scope generated to promote the game in Goa and with such a large pool being generated on the first day itself, the league seems to be heading in the right direction," Mr Singh said. The parents too had their share of comments to offer with most giving a thumbs up for the Adidas League. Mr Roland Pereira from Tivim, who has his son participating in the U-11 group said, "The league is a good project and being the first of its kind I think it will help the Goan kids to get themselves promoted into football. I just wonder whether an early start was advisable, considering that the kids were asked to play till noon time." The league was held from 10 a.m. to 1.30 p.m. Another parent Mr Alex Monserratte from Divar, who came with his 12-year-old son Alrich, said, the league was well timed as children could make use of the summer vacation to a good use. "It is a great concept. I love the way the kids are enjoying themselves. It's fun and one gets to learn as well," he said. Ms Margaret Fernandes of Siolim was also enthralled with the response. "There are so many kids playing today. The organisers have done a great job. I think I brought my son to the right place, he aspires to
[Goanet] FENI; Going Global??
http://www.GOANET.org This month's Goanet operations sponsored by Mrs. Daisy Faleiro Dear All, Enclosing a recent article which will bring some cheer to all Goenkars especially Cecil, Miguel,Mario and Carmo!! TOAST OF INDIA; FENI,VIDI,VICI Fenis fame abroad gives it lead over other drinks The Economic Times Mumbai 1st January 2007 M Padmakkshan Tourists who are increasing in number as India rapidly ascends the global economic scale,are demanding authentic Indian spirits.When in Mexico they ask for Tequila,in Jamaica it is the ubiquitous rum,scotch whisky in Britian,Bourbon in America,Vodka when in Russia,champagne and cognac in France. Italy has its grappa and Japan has the favourite sake. What has India to offer the world tipplers palate? Nothing for now. Because Indian liquor barons who have enjoyed totally monopoly here have never bothered to develop an international brand that can be described as an authentic local drink.As their counterparts in other parts of the world created strong local brands out of obscure local products through savvy marketing,Indian spirit barons stayed contentwithin the confines of the Indian market. But things may change; the signs are already obvious. Since the Indian market has been thrown open to the international competition, the spirit behemoths here can't sit on thir laurels of the past, and hence a brand from India seems to be logical outcome. India's potential in this category is phenomenal , only somebody with the will must lead the way. Feni, Goa's own drink, is an ideal candidate to become a global brand. Feni, made of cashew fruit or palm toddy, is made in many Goan houses for in house production as well as for sales. Feni has earned fame outside too, thanks to tourist who carry a bottle or two back home.In fact ,Feni has been lurking as a global brand for a long time. Goan entrepreneurs have been talking of patenting Feni s Goas own drink so that anything made outside Goa cannot be called feni, just like whisky made outside Scotland can't be called scotch whisky. United Breweries is now looking to take Feni from a country liquor label to the level of a premium classy drink for national and international markets. UB top brasses for the first time, are going into nuances of patenting geographical indication WTO regulations, etc. Senior professionals in the spirit industry rue the absence of a real global rum brand from India. India's strength in the rum category is believed to be unassailable, as molasses, the basic ingredient of rum, is available in plenty here. Molasses incidentally, is a product in the sugar production process. If the Caribbean islands could market their rum brands so successfully, can't we come out with similar brands? Arrack,a pan-India low-end country liquor is another possibility from India. A precedent is available from Sri Lanka where the largest selling branded spirit is arrack. Toddy the natural fermented liquid, tapped from coconut and palm trees, is discreetly supplied at high-end parties hosted by five star hotels and restaurants in Goa and Kerala, states where coconut and palm trees are in abundance. Entrepreneurs in Bali, who have successfully branded an array of liquers using a special jaggery made from toddy, already tap toddy's potential. Branding Feni and toddy have inherent problems. Both smell strong and therefore have many detest it. But the professionals in the spirit business say technology can tinker with the smell. Toddy has an additional problem. It cannot be preserved beyond a few hours of tapping. Here too technology provides the solutions. International spirit majors have invested in technology before converting obscure local products to global brands. Technology needs investment but when products are identified as potential global brands, investments are historically seen as following them.
[Goanet] The Congress in Goa- Keeping Out of Controversy
2006 * * * Y E A R * * * O F * * * T H E * * * S E N I O R Goa Sudharop Annual Awards on November 20, 2006 @ Mandovi Hotel @ 4:30pm Chief Guest: Dr. Asha Vishwanath Sawardekar A series of essays as a tribute to Goan Seniors can be found at: http://www.goanet.org/index.php?name=News&file=article&sid=524 Dear All, It was amusing to read about the most recent decision of the Congress Legislature Party to keep away from "'controversial '' issues. Given that it is the election year and that our spineless representatives have really no issues with which to engage the electorate , it would be interesting to determine what their election plank would be. As the press statement suggested the twin issues of Mopa and the Expressway would be put on the backburner.(Have you ever heard of an expressway that just crosses a district?). Baiguinim and all other garbage related issues would be binned (pun intended). Ditto for the language issue. Marathi and Devnagiri Konkanni would continue to be the Official language while Romi Lipi would be the language of the tiatrist and the padri and English lets face it -the facilitator language. IFFI will be discussed in a jiffy. The tourism and educational policies, the Regional Plan 2011 are all embroiled in controversy. The sites for the National Games stadium (campal), vetinary hospital (chicalim), retirement home (guirdolim), tourist nite bazaar (assagao), IT park (succorro) face local opposition. Our power situation remains uncertian with the confusion about thermal plants. So what has the Congress have to offer to us gullible goenkars? A monorail in the sky? A bridge too far on the Zuari? Some electronic gizmos or free bicycles/raincoats for our school children would suffice or perhaps a larger DSS check. And if that fails Save the Mandovi (Mhadei)!! Dr.Pascal & Sherryl Pinto Panaji.GOA Ph:5642066,2437398 ___ Goanet mailing list Goanet@lists.goanet.org http://lists.goanet.org/listinfo.cgi/goanet-goanet.org
[Goanet] Changing the World One Smile at A Time- The Goan Involvement
Dear All, SMILE TRAIN is a New York based charity committed to providing free treatment to the poor children who have cleft lip and palate. Unlike other NGO's they fund local hospitals and train local doctors to treat these patients. Goa had the opportunity to host one of their first international conferences on cleft and craniofacial anomalies in 2001 (which FN covered). To date the unit The KLES Cleft and Craniofacial Center Belgaum Karnataka (to which the undersigned is attached as a visiting cleft surgeon) has performed over 3000 FREE cleft lip and palate surgeries. The unit has apart from cleft surgeons, -plastic,pediatric, maxillofacial also has speech therapist and an orthodontist all providing FREE treatment in one center. A significant number of Goans flock to Belgaum to avail of this treatment. Recently the undersigned Dr Pascal Pinto Maxillofacial Surgeon from Goa and Dr Primo Carneiro Pediatric Surgeon Dar es Salaam Tanzania were awarded SMILE TRAIN NY scholarships to attend the Chang Gung Forum 2006 at Taiwan. SMILE TRAIN has funded over 18,000 surgeries world wide till date and operates in over 40 countries. Anyone who knows of anyone who needs life changing cleft surgery or associated treatment could contact the undersigned or dr Primo Carneiro. Dr.Pascal Pinto ___ Goanet mailing list Goanet@lists.goanet.org http://lists.goanet.org/listinfo.cgi/goanet-goanet.org
Re: [Goanet] Medical Info required; Goanet Digest, Vol 1, Issue 206
Dear Mr Mendes, Apollo Hospitals Margao do have a good laparoscopic surgeon Dr Misra who will do the job with key hole surgery. There are other hospitals in and around Goa including Dr AV Costa hospital Margao, Vintage Panaji and KLE (Belgaum) Hospital who also have good surgeons and facilities. Dr.Pascal PintoMDS;FDSRCS(Eng) Visiting Consultant Apollo Victor Hospitals,Vintage & Vrundhavan Hospitals Goa and KLES Hospital Belgaum Karnataka. PINTO DENTAL MultiDisciplinary Dental & Implant Clinic BRITESMILE Affiliate 315 Kamat Towers,EDC Plaza, Behind KTC Bus Terminus, Patto,Panaji.GOA Ph:5642066,2437398 ___ Goanet mailing list Goanet@lists.goanet.org http://lists.goanet.org/listinfo.cgi/goanet-goanet.org
