While so much attention has been focused on the siege of Lalgarh, and there is
much joy in India's urban English-speaking militarist middle class at the
supposedly succeeding police and paramilitary action there, just why doesn't
anyone dare to talk about the utter failure of the State against
S Gurumurthy, 05 Jul 2009
Homosexuals displaced the Economic Survey for the year 2008-09 from the
headlines of most media on July 3, 2009. “Historic bench mark”; “Sexual
equality”; “Landmark Judgement”. This is how the media had headlined the Delhi
High Court judgment holding Sec 377 of the
My name is Manoj. It's not the name my parents gave me, but all my comrades
call me 'Manoj'. My father's name is Dhiren Murmu. I am his second
Inspired by Mao Zedong, Charu Majumdar and Kanu Sanyal of the CPI (Marxist)
develop a revolutionary opposition to the party.
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son and I am
June 17, 2009
India: USCIRF Regrets Absence of Visas for Visit to India
WASHINGTON, D.C. – The U.S. Commission on International Religious Freedom
(USCIRF) regrets that visas have not been issued by the Indian government for a
USCIRF visit to discuss religious freedom conditions with
*Bigotry alive for Christian Dalits**
*http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/south_asia/8090009.stm
The village came up around the parish church, Lady of the Rosary Parish
Centuries ago, as their forefathers faced social and economic deprivation,
many low-caste Hindus embraced Christianity.
But in one
MUMBAI: Catholic and Protestant churches in India will be demanding
the extension of Scheduled Caste (SC) reservations to Dalit Christians
from the Centre shortly.
The Catholic Bishops' Conference of India (CBCI) and the National
Council of Churches in India (NCCI), which comprises the main
Yes, I am an Indian
Kamna Arora
http://www.zeenews.com/blog/38/blog132.html
http://www.zeenews.com/blog/38/blog132.html
“You Indians are good in sweeping and mopping,” an Australian commented on
me while I was working part-time with a global fast-food joint in Brisbane.
The lady’s comment left
After having cited the Kandhmal riots as a reason for breaking with BJP, the
Naveen Patnaik government has strongly challenged a list of those killed in the
violence filed before Supreme Court alleging that some victims are still
alive and even RSS activists have been included. The
I think words like pogrom, genocide are tossed around so flippantly and
frivolously nowadays that they have become meaningless. In the case of the
aftermath of Indira Gandhi's killing, the more appropriate choice of words
would be violence against sikhs. There was not attempt to commit genocide
Kolkata, April 9 (ANI): World environmental concerns have come as a bonus for
the ailing jute industry in West Bengal.
The eco-friendly 'golden fibre' is finally finding its place in the limelight
with the growing popularity of diversified jute goods.
Earlier, jute was just associated with the
One of the most fascinating contests in this electoral season will be in West
Bengal. For the first time in three decades the Left looks seriously
vulnerable. If recent trends in panchayat elections are any indication, a
Congress-Trinamool alliance will give the Left a run for their money.
A Class 9 student was gunned down and then stabbed by Maoist guerrillas before
shocked teachers and fellow students as he came out of his school in
Chhattisgarh's Bastar region, police said Friday. Surju Nareti, 15, the son of
a special police officer who was killed last year, was shot dead
Bangalore (IANS): Slum-dwellers have suddenly become much sought after by
political parties of all hues with loads of cash to lure them to election
rallies. Many of the slum dwellers openly admitted that their vote would go to
those doling out more money.
With the general elections around the
Fri, Mar 6 10:27 AM
Bhopal, March 6 (IANS) Elopement is not frowned upon at this time of the year
among the Bhil tribals of Madhya Pradesh. The colourful seven-day Bhagoria
festival that precedes Holi is a celebration of romance during which young
people are encouraged to elope with their soul
A prominent womens college in the Steel City is all set to find a perfect
match for its students, the only condition being the girls have to complete
their graduation.
The Jamshedpur Womens College is in the process of opening a centre christened
Swayambar to help the students find their
HYDERABAD: With the exception of Andhra Pradesh where focused police
action has pushed the Maoists into a corner, the Maoist movement has
gradually shifted to Dandakaranya (DK), Andhra-Orissa Border (AOB),
Bihar-Jharkhand and Maharashtra regions.
Yet much as the Maoist central leadership claims
Lohardaga (Jharkhand) (PTI): For craftsmen of wooden toys at Lohardaga in
Jharkhand, the ban on Chinese ones has come too late.
Toy carts, dancing dolls, cars and toy musical instruments like drums and
flutes made of wood has become a dying industry.
When inexpensive foreign toys hit the
actions.
Sri Venkat
There are nearly 52 Muslim countries. Show one Muslim country which provides
Haj subsidy
Show one Muslim country where Hindus are extended the special rights that
Muslims are accorded in India?
Show one country where the 85% majority craves for the indulgence
London 'Slumdog Millionaire' might have been criticised for portraying
India as third world dirty underbelly, but the success of the film
has bolstered the Mumbai's controversial slum tourism industry.
An increasing number of Westerners are shunning the beaches of Goa and
palaces of Rajasthan
It was Pongal with a difference for Ram Krishnan, an alumnus of the
Indian Institute of Technology - Madras, who spent it in Vilathikulam,
a village in Tamil Nadu.
Vilathikulam in Ramanathapuram district is one of the driest regions
in the state. On an average, it receives only nine days of
Vinod Bhanti
Almost all awards are given to such people, who are close to Power, except very
few who have really earned it.
sri venkat
What did I get it for, asks Sister Nirmala
http://www.tribuneindia.com/2009/20090126/nation.htm#16
Kolkata January 25
What did I get
Abdul Jaabar,
The question to be how can we have Islamic Madrassa education made
equal to secular CBSE education. This is secular India and not an
Islamic state and it indeed makes a travesty of all that we hold dear.
No we have personal muslim laws, haj subsidies, Madrassa education.. I
wonder
New Delhi, Jan 21 (IANS) Archery was known to be a popular sport in
ancient times in India, as well as the main battle weapon. But India's modern
day archers still have a fair distance to go to gain
international reckoning. However, the sport is on the upswing in the
country with more and more
Hi, film will be a great hit, with my life story to support you, its a film
that will run and run for ever, are you ready to take this challenge and be the
director of this film.
Barbara Thyab Ali.
Sri Venkat
To: Major US and Indian publications
We the undersigned find
Here is some information on what is taught in Pakistan schools.
Pak textbooks build hate culture against India
The empowerment of terror in Pakistan has not happened overnight. This
is the logical culmination of the politics and policies pursued by
Pakistan
for years now.
Terrorism in Pakistan
and brotherhood with other faiths then only violence ca n be
abetted.
Dr. Dhanakar Thakur
Sri Venkat
Dear Friends
Isn't is because of the naivety of Indians that we have suffered from
so much from terrorism and we still talk of peace and brotherhood with
Pakistan. What is the price we
The voters ignored boycott calls and sent a strong message through the
ballot box to separatists in JK and naxalites in Chhattisgarh.
In the recent Assembly elections in different States, millions of people
exercised their franchise. Yet, the verdict in two States, Jammu and
Kashmir and
for
terrorist purposes. We have to realize freedom does not come free.
Throughout history our brave ancestors have given up their lives in
the face of attacks.
there is no automatice peace. Peace is secured by our Jawans fighting out
enemies and not preaching about peace!!
sri venkat
Adivasi Contributions to Indian Culture and Civilization
http://india_resource.tripod.com/adivasi.html
Adivasi traditions and practices pervade all aspects of Indian culture
and civilization, yet this awareness is often lacking in popular
consciousness, and the extent and import of Adivasi
.
sri venkat (ahvenkitesh)
Dear friends
Not to pour a damper, but let us not get carried over. Here are a few
issues to consider. It is really very important to consider the
impact of Christ and his sayings in the real word and let us see what
is that impact
The author claims, god that Jesus
Congress MP RK Nayak is on run as CB starts chasing
http://www.odishatoday.com/orissa/Congress_MP_RK_Nayak_is_on_run_as_CB_starts_chasing_271208-4858174966.html
By Our Correspondent
Last updated: 12/28/2008
Bhubaneswar ( Orissa): If sources manning Police Headquarters in
Cuttack are to be
The Mumbai attacks were aimed at the very soul of India whereas Orissa
situation is internal problem. So it like comparing apples and
oranges.
This is similar to the WTC Sep 11 attacks and the Oklahoma bombing
which domestic terrorist attack on April 19, 1995 aimed at the U.S.
government in which
LONDON/HYDERABAD: An underground network of Islamic extremists has
recruited a new generation of Indian-born terrorists by exploiting
sectarian tensions in Hyderabad.
Authorities deny there is a homegrown terrorist threat to the country,
instead blaming Pakistan for allowing attacks including
sri venkat
Seems to be for good reason that TOI rejected this biased article.
The author justifies Islamic terror by using the infamous root cause
theory. But we should ask why he does not justify Hindu violence the
same way! What was the root cause for the Babri Masjid destruction?
Can
Instead of talking in generalities, it will be helpful to forum
members if professor Sadagopal can and elaborate on the subtle hate
campaign'
I would like to specifically see reports and instances of the tribals
themselves protesting against ekal vidyalayas.
As happened recently when a
their life and shattered their sweet dreams
and denied their share of happiness.
-Manoj Padhi
sri venkat
There is nothing called Hindu terrorism. But yes there are frustrated
Hindus who are retaliating now. Root causes, we often hear about it
when it comes to Islamic terrorism.
Let us
to serve them for ever.
Sri Venkat wrote:
It may be true tribals are not Hindus
But it is also true there is proper definition for a Hindu
And finally, it is also true both tribals and the Hindus share a lot
similar beliefs, ethos, are are children of the land of India and
products of the Indian
Joy
Agreed education is important.
But there are countless tribals in Christian countries in Africa,
South America etc living in poverty, squalor and illiteracy. Why is
Christianity not helping them.
So the question is does education have to do with religion.
The only thing it has to do is
*RSS, Bajrang Dal are not terrorist groups: Britain*
19 Nov 2008, 1021 hrs IST, IANS
http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/RSS_Bajrang_Dal_not_terrorist_groups_Britain/articleshow/3730887.cms
LONDON: The British government has said neither the Rashtriya Swayamsevak
Sangh (RSS) nor the Bajrang Dal
wins.
sri venkat
These unfortunate situation of tribals would never have resulted had
the government checked on the root cause of the problem.
Conversions in currency
http://www.hindustantimes.com/StoryPage/StoryPage.aspx?sectionName=HomePageid=486f4afa-a139-44e4-8086-b2e14efaff1dHeadline=Conversions+in+currency
There was a justified media outcry over a nun's rape in Kandhamal.
But what is happening in Kerala where nun's are abused, raped,
abortions, limitless affairs is shocking to the core. But the pseudo
secular media Indian media prefers to turns a blind eye. Where is the
media outcry?? Where are
Is that why 1000 dalit christians came back to hinduism
http://chinaaid.org/2008/05/17/india-1000-dalit-christians-reconvert-to-hinduism/
India: 1,000 Dalit Christians Reconvert to HinduismPosted May 17 2008
India: 1,000 Dalit Christians Reconvert to Hinduism
Ethan Cole
Gospel Herald
*Jharkhand village turns barren land into lush field through cooperative
farming *
http://www.thaindian.com/newsportal/india-news/jharkhand-village-turns-barren-land-into-lush-field-through-cooperative-farming_100115926.html
Gumla (Jharkhand), Nov.6 (ANI): Farmers in Brinda village in Jharkhand's
sri venkat
It is critical terrorist sympathetic hoodlums are not allowed in any
forums. At the very least out of respect for the victims of the
regular terror attacks.
Khajan Singh
Dear Friends...
We and our organisation Bhartiya Samanvaya Sangthan (Lakshay)condemn the
episode done
their traditional
language, they have English as their state language. What a pity.
sri venkat
Water wrote
I feel very sad to see what is India becoming. What our
forefathers thought India would become and what it is turning to. You
see the Babri Masjid being destroyed, then the carnage in Gujurat,
then the Missionary Graham Staines and his two sons burnt alive. Which
is not enough we have
*Why has it become so cool to hate India?*
By- Arindam Banerji
http://www.gatewayforindia.com/articles/cool_to_hate_india.htmhttp://www.gatewayforindia.com/articles/cool_to_hate_india.htm
Saturday morning, last week was a bad one for me ?the first thing I read,
was an article from Dilip D'Souza.
Very good thoughts.
Ultimately everything will be localised. Today we are living under the
maya of oil. Once oil is gone, things will change tremendously.
Francois Gautier was saying .. when they were at school, they were
taught France was the greatest country and civilization.
We in India are
Ajay
Why should I use the terms dalit? Even the Supreme court has
forbidden its usage. Only vested interests use it. Even the SCs do
not use it. They go by their traditional names.
Govt bans word 'Dalit'
http://www.tribuneindia.com/2008/20080131/haryana.htm#11
Tribune News Service
Chandigarh,
Mahatma Gandhi on conversions
stephen-knapp.com/mahatma_gandhi_on_conversion.htm
sri venkat
Social service done by the missionaries is laudable.
But why do you have to convert? Why does one have to sell one's soul?
Is that ethical? And what if we do not convert? Are we are deprived
of social services?
I think it is high time all Christians put their thinking caps and
realize how much social disharmony is aggressive proselytization
doing.
They created the problem in the first place and only they can solve it.
Personally I have absolutely no tolerant for intolerant belief systems
which want to
It is quite interesting how mainstream newspapers are reacting to
this. After years of blame Hindutva, now they are changing their
opionion. Better later than never.
Orissa: Here, clashes are not one-sided
2 Sep 2008, 0235 hrs IST, Sandeep Mishra,TNN
Trauma in ashram, schoolgirls witnessed Swami's murder
Ravik BhattacharyaPosted online: Friday, August 29, 2008
http://www.indianexpress.com/story/354813.html
Jelaspota (Orissa), August 28: While violence rages across Kandhamal
district, in the ashram, where its spark was lit when Swami
This is refreshing, coming from a mainstream newspaper. It also
reflects that majority Indians are well aware of the harm that
Christian missionaries are causing to Indian society.
We certainly do not wish to be enslaved, impoverished, decimated and
pushed to the margins like the natives of
Rai
President, Lok Sangharsh Morcha
--- On Wed, 8/27/08, sri venkat [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote:
From: sri venkat [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Subject: Re: Re: Re: secularistic approach
To: Jharkhand@yahoogroups.co.in
Date: Wednesday, August 27, 2008, 4:14 PM
How can a mobilized mob do attack on 'Anath
Check out how Souza of All India Christian Council spits venom on Swami
'Souza said Saraswati piloted the Christmas communal violence and had
carried out a vicious campaign against the Christians.
*
Indian state erupts in violence after Hindu shot - CNN.com*
making a
egalitarian indian society and modern country free from exploitation. Why we
are making sapace for dirty and inhuman politics and organizations?
regards,
Ambarish Rai
Lok Sangharsh Morcha
--- On Wed, 8/27/08, sri venkat [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote:
From: sri venkat [EMAIL PROTECTED
and Constitutional knowledge should help the misguided to see the
reason.
Girish Mishra
Sri Venkat,
Sorry for your distortions. I have not been looking at the problem from
communal angle. In fact, even the following statement of yours has a
communal tinge. You imply that Muslims' connection
Maybe its because they have a correspondent in Orissa who knows what is
happening on the ground, but a non partisan report from NDTV is surprising
indeed, especially the last line of the article.*
Kandhmal sitting on communal tinderbox*
Dear Moderator
Keep up the excellent work. Members subscribing/unsubscribing always
happen, many also loudly announce their unhappiness and quit. It
happens in all the groups.
It is a normal thing and we have to move on. Nobody is indispensable
and for a group to do well it should always adhere
How long we have to put up with Mishra-ji's leftist rants and twisted
perceptions,
First secularism is a western product which was meant to curb the
interference of religion in the public sphere. This was because there
was a lot of intolerance amongst various religions.
In India Hinduism is
Dear Friends
I came across this IBNlive poll regarding the recent murder and
violence in Khandamal.
Blind faith? Fragile peace blown to bits in Orissa
A MATTER OF FAITH: CNN-IBN panelists debate if conversions pitting Hindus
against Christians.
Religion has split Orissa and the divide is
I think, as one article pointed out, many housing societies have their
preferences, be it parsee, christian, muslim, or vegetarian. I think
people have their right to decide whom to let out their property to.
Girish Mishra is wrong in looking at it as a communal context.
Shabani Azmi was
Ritual of getting bitten by snakes
Sat, Aug 23 10:05 AM
http://in.news.yahoo.com/139/20080823/824/tnl-ritual-of-getting-bitten-by-snakes.html
Mohulia Sol (Jharkhand), Aug 23 (ANI): Tribals in Jharkhand celebrated their
traditional festival during which the devotees practice a unique ritual of
William
I will not interfere, not influence beliefs of anybody . That is central to
Hindu pluralism and accomodation. The only caveat is they do not cause harm
to others or try to destroy their way life (read semitic beliefs)
With specific regards to your query, I believe traditional ways of
all whichever God you believe
and worship and may this forum continue to grow
without any religious dysharmony.
Doctor William Kisku
( Not Father William Kisku )
--- sri venkat [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote:
William
I will not interfere, not influence beliefs of
anybody
humanely.
How do we tackle this issue in real life situation??
I
am sure PEOPLE will come out WITH SUGGESTIONS AND
SOLUTIONS as well during the discussion.
William Kisku
--- sri venkat ahvenkitesh@ gmail.com wrote:
Ritual of getting bitten by snakes
Sat, Aug 23 10:05 AM
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