[Goanet] Amazing Goa's "The Parish Churches of Goa" - Brilliant!!
I have just received a copy of Jose Lourenco's book "The Parish Churches of Goa". All I can say about the book .. BRILLIANT !! My congratulations to Jose Lourenco & to Pantaleao Fernandes (who did the photography) I had difficulty securing it via the Mandovi Book Shop ( It was ordered but not yet received) but the cable guy (in Benaulim) did a good job of delivering the books. The book in vivid colour costs about US 11 dollars ( Rs 495). Trust me ...it is worth every red cent. Well done guys. Not only for the photography and the layout, but also for the print font and paper. I recommend this book to every Goan yes...every single Goan. Won't be surprised if this print edition runs out. I know that I am buying several more to use as gifts. jose colaco _ Express yourself instantly with MSN Messenger! Download today - it's FREE! http://messenger.msn.click-url.com/go/onm00200471ave/direct/01/
[Goanet] Goa features in 13-part serial on Portuguese RTPi
--- "Frederick Noronha (FN)" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > Goa features in 13-part serial on Portuguese RTPi > A Big Up to Captain Christopher and his team in the production and realization of Goa Contacto. Also thanks to RTPi for its broadcast around the world. Goa is shown in its reality and not half baked ads as depicted on the BBC. The presentation by Lisela and interviews conducted were superb. Wow Goa has hidden talent, fadista Sonia Xastri and guitarista Orlando Noronha. Via Goa Contacto one can see that Goans can do it. Well done! BC ___ How much free photo storage do you get? Store your holiday snaps for FREE with Yahoo! Photos http://uk.photos.yahoo.com
[Goanet] HELP ASAP!!!
Can you or someone help me with the following translations into Konkani??? 1. Congratulations! 2. Happy Engagment/Wedding or Best Wishes for this occasion. Thanks so much...I'm having a hard time finding an online dictionnary! Cheers, Vanessa in Calgary
[Goanet] Re: Goan expat social organizations
See response below which I received on this topic. Forwarding without comment. George ** The first big wave of migrants arrived in Britain in the 1960s & 70s (many of them forced to leave Africa from job loss or expulsion) and' found themselves in an assertive and barely tolerant society in the West where they had to build their lives from scratch. Lacking confidence, specialised skills and such, they felt the need to hang together for mutual support. The Goans expelled from Uganda in 1972 promptly replicated what they knew best - they set up a social club to meet, greet, sing, dance, celebrate their feasts. They just didn't know how to open up to the Brits around them or even to the other South Asians. But today, as George said, the next gen has come of age - many have been born and educated here and they know Brit values and quirks. So should they adapt and integrate? Integration is a 2-way process: the problem is that the Brits are hardly prepared to meet you halfway while the new gen of Asians is hardly impressed by Brit popular culture - fish&chips and pies, lots of beer, football, Christmas Panto. And as for higher culture, how many native Brits care for Shakespeare or classical music anyway? The Asians find their own culture pretty rich and don't have to give it up in favour of Brit 'values' whatever they are. In addition, as Asia is on the rise globally, Asians settled in the West are ever more convinced that their culture is here to stay. Where do the Goans fit into all this? - what culture do they have? Isn't most of it hybrid or in decay (devotion to SFX, a foreign saint; no saint of their own; a language (Konkani) that nobody cares to speak; fondness for western music & dance forms). In short there is nothing original except their cuisine perhaps but the Punjabis, Bengalis or Gujaratis have their language, history, literature, food etc. Yet the Goans won't cross over to South Asian values wholly. I suspect many younger Goans (under 40) though are prepared today to associate with other Asians or whites, especially in the workplace. They may not even care to identify themselves as Goan or feel an attachment to Goa. So what then is the point of a Goan org today? In health, education, financial advice, justice issues, social services for the disabled or elderly, why have one's own org when there are specialist groups around? Wouldn't it be more useful to link up with Asian or mainstream orgs (including the local Council) that specialise in these areas? I think the Goans need to open up to others for cultural exchange. In short, I think a Goan org is needed only in the cultural area - to remind those who still feel Goan about their roots, religion, history. - a weekly community-specific drop-in for the older lot where they meet and chat with and discuss special issues (age-related problems etc) - annual social gatherings to celebrate village feasts. Why not? But for the bigger issues, let's go for the established organisations.
[Goanet] IT park in State...What about infrastructure?
IT park in State...What about infrastructure? BY HERALD REPORTER PANJIM, JAN 30 - Quite a few parameters need to be in place before Goa can attract IT companies to set up base in the State. The two major IT projects as suggested by the Minister of IT, Dayanand Narvekar earlier include IT Habitat at Dona Paula covering an area of 70 acres and IT (knowledge) Park at Socorro which will cover approximately 300 acres. It is learnt that only IT software and BPO centres will be allowed to set base at the IT Habitat at Dona Paula. Hardware manufacturing units will not have room at Dona Paula keeping in mind that it is a residential area and manufacturing units would not be suitable because of noise pollution and other environment factors. While the IT Park proposed on Communidade land along Socorro-Salvador do Mundo ecologically fragile hill, would be open to all types of IT companies including IT software, BPO as well as hardware units. No doubt that after a long wait, the government took the initiative to put in place the IT policy in November 2005. However, the Info Tech Corporation of Goa (ITCG) which is in-charge of setting up the infrastructure at the IT Habitat, is not yet confident enough to mention how many IT companies have formally approached the ITCG to set up their base here. Manguirish Pai Raikar, treasurer of the Goa Chamber of Commerce and Industry (GCCI) opined that IT companies would not be interested only if they are shown land. It is the infrastructure that attracts the IT industry according to Raikar. However, sources from the ITCG were hesitant to mention the time it would take to set up the infrastructure. The Managing Director of the ITCG, S R Shet said that at present the ITCG is working on the cost of the infrastructure. Schemes have to be formulated and depending on the master plan details will be drawn according to Shet. According to Shet, infrastructure in terms of high quality power, which is stable, a high bandwidth communication as well as other factors such as water and sanitation, are required to be in place. "We have given the electricity department, water works department and also communication network agencies a time frame to provide their services", he said.
[Goanet] ROSARY'S NEW TIATRO IN KUWAIT
TIATRO - "GHOR BHANDLEM,GHORABO MODDLO" WRIT. & DIR. BY ROSARY FERNS. KUWAIT GOANS ASSOCIATION PRESENTS, renownwed playwright, composer, director, songster and history creator Konkani stage artiste Rosary Ferns Triatro in Kuwait GHOR BHANDLEM, GHORABO MODDLO. On 11th August 2006 at Hawally A/C Hall, starting at 4.00 pm. The visiting artistes from Bombay and Goa who will participate in this tiatro are: Tragedy Queen and senior artiste of Konkani Stage Ophelia, Babli, Antonette de Calangute, Comedian John DSilva and William de Curtorim while the local artistes are: Super Star Marcos Vaz, Hit Man Sylvester, Pillar of Konkani Stage Laurente Pereira, Laughing Machine of Konkani Stage Comedian Philip, Lokpriya Simon Gonsalves, Zoro, Michael DSilva, Manuel de Santa Cruz, Xavier Furtado, Bab Agnelo, Sanny de Quepem, Margareth, Clara. Alex de Consua, first time in Kuwait Pal Soares and Rosary Ferns. Musical score will be provided by all the ace and seasoned musicians, namely Philiph, Dennis, Faustino, Agnelo and troupe. Rosary Ferns needs no much reference since people know him as very good artiste excelling in writing and directing dramas, compsoing and singing beautiful songs. So far he has written and directed 19 dramas of which 9 have already been staged in Kuwait itself. He has already produced 12 Audio Cassettes and CDs. 1 DVD. Besides he carries unique record of producing and releasing first ever Konkani CD. More details will follow. A. Veronica Fernandes, Kuwait. _ Express yourself instantly with MSN Messenger! Download today it's FREE! http://messenger.msn.click-url.com/go/onm00200471ave/direct/01/
[Goanet] Pro-Mopa activist, Vishnu Desai dies of cardiac arrest
Pro-Mopa activist, Vishnu Desai dies of cardiac arrest NT Staff Reporter Panaji Jan 30: The 48-year old Vishnu Dessai, who compered the first massive meeting of the pro-Mopa international airport activists in Pernem town yesterday, collapsed after returning home at around 11 p.m. last night. He is survived by mother, wife, two daughters and a son. The former chairperson of Pernem municipality, Mr Dessai died of massive cardiac arrest, say the committee members of the Mopa Vimantaal Nirdhar Samiti. "Vishnu's health was not good during the last three days, but in spite of that, he attended the meeting, compered it and also organised the volunteers and crowd pouring in for the meeting." The Samiti members were shocked when they received information about his collapse at around 11.15 p.m. and all rushed to his residence. Ardent supporter of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) since last several years, Vishnu had cordial relations with the people from various political parties in Pernem taluka. Vishnu was looking confident and cool, while compering the meeting but he did not disclosed about the health condition to Samiti members and took exertion with an aim to fight for the completion of proposed international airport at Mopa. The North Goa MP, Mr Shripad Naik, former chief minister and leader of the opposition, Mr Manohar Parrikar, the convenor of the Samiti and Dhargali MLA, Mr Manohar Azgaonkar, co-convenor, Mr Apa Teli and others visited his residence and offered floral tributes. The mortal remains of the pro-Mopa activist was consigned to flames at Pernem, amidst presence of a large number of people from Pernem taluka and across the state.
[Goanet] POLITICANS DO IT PROFESSIONALLY
Mumbai is not only India's financial capital but a hub for pickpocketers too. With surging crowds all over, picking pockets has become not only an organised crime but is emerging as an industry of sorts. Lawyers, as any other citizen, can be victims of this flourishing crime but it is an irony that they are vulnerable even in the temples of justice. Some of Mumbai courts being so overcrowded and with lawyers having to clutch files and books, they stand a very good chance of having their pockets picked. Having emptied my wallet in fighting for social causes over three decades there is nothing that a pickpocketer could get out of me. However, with pickpockets today also targeting mobile phones my cell phone is a concern and I keep it safe, close to my heart inspite of the common theory that its radiation could be harmful. I would rather not be heart broken at having my mobile picked. One has to look at the malaise of pickpocketing without a jaundiced eye. Our politicians by their acts and deeds are role models. When our Ministers and MLAs pocket lakhs if not crores in broad daylight and our MPs even unable to resist swallowing a slice of the MPLAD scheme scam, is it not unfair that only common man who pockets a comparatively microscopic denomination faces the rigors of law while the pick pocketing politicians are a law to themselves. Aires Rodrigues ___ Yahoo! Photos NEW, now offering a quality print service from just 8p a photo http://uk.photos.yahoo.com
[Goanet] AICHEA DISSAK CHINTOP - Janerachi 29vi, 2006!
Mogall Alfred-bab, Tukai chodd Dev borem korum. Prartonn kortam tujeo khonti unnem zavnk. Devacho axirvad sareporim tuje sovem assom; hem mojem khaltem magnnem. Moi-mogan, Domnic Fernandes Anjuna/Dhahran, KSA From : Alfred de Tavares <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Reply-To : "Goa's premiere mailing list, estb. 1994!" Sent : Sunday, January 29, 2006 1:45 PM To :goanet@goanet.org Subject : RE: [Goanet] AICHEA DISSAK CHINTOP - Janerachi 29vi, 2005! Mogal Domingo-bab, Chodd Dev tuka borem korum. Aichea Dissachea chintponin tuven maka muzo proxn "diagnose" korunk axirvadd dilo. Khontiponn ekdom choddar assa. Moi-mogan, Alfred From: "domnic fernandes" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Reply-To: "Goa's premiere mailing list, estb. 1994!" To: goanet@goanet.org Subject: [Goanet] AICHEA DISSAK CHINTOP - Janerachi 29vi, 2005! Date: Sun, 29 Jan 2006 01:55:38 +0300 Ek munis zantto nhoi jednam passun khonti sopnanchi svat gheinant. (A man is not old until regrets take the place of dreams) Moi-mogan, Domnic Fernandes Anjuna/Dhahran, KSA _ Express yourself instantly with MSN Messenger! Download today it's FREE! http://messenger.msn.click-url.com/go/onm00200471ave/direct/01/
[Goanet] Radio Mirchi, Indigo, Adlabs win bids for FM in Goa
http://www.asianage.com/main.asp?layout=2&cat1=7&cat2=206&newsid=205837&RF=DefaultMain Radio Mirchi, Indigo, Adlabs win bids for FM in Goa - By Our Special Correspondent Panaji, Jan. 30: The Times Group's Radio Mirchi, BPL's Indigo and Reliance's Adlabs have bagged the bids for the 24-hour private stereo FM channels that were up for grabs in the Goa region, during the second phase of FM licensing. With a strong listnership and a growing entertainment industry, the FM market in Goa is considered prestigious. The three new channels are expected to go on air by the end of this year, and is expected to expand the fledgling advertisement market here. ENIL (Times group, Radio Mirchi) bid Rs 1.71 crores, while Indigo (BPL) bid Rs 1.29 crores and Adlabs (Reliance) offered Rs 1.21 crores for the channels. Minimum annual guarantee fees are working out to just Rs 42,000 in addition to the one-time license fee bids made and payable over ten years, keeping the costs low for operators. Costs have worked out considerably lower than the Phase I bids in 2000. The first phase of licensing in 2000 has pitched payments higher and all the bidders backed off. The highest bids then were Rs 4.15 crores in 2000, and with a 15 per cent escalation each year would have cost Rs 14.60 crores by the tenth year, with the bidder paying a total of Rs 84.25 crores. While the industry is upbeat about the new channels — seeing employment and revenue flows coming from it — the transmitting technology will exclude a swathe of Goa's southern regions, also its strongest audience base, according to former radio jockey Cajetan Vaz. -- Salaam ali kum. Gabe Menezes. London, England
[Goanet] Remove scrapyard from the area, Raia-Manora residents
http://www.navhindtimes.com/stories.php?part=news&Story_ID=013130 Remove scrapyard from the area, Raia-Manora residents NT News Service Margao Jan 30: The villagers of Raia-Manora expressed displeasure over a scrapyard located amidst residential area and claimed that it poses threat to the locality. According to a press-note issued here by the Manora Citizen's Committee (MCC) secretary, Mr Judas Quadros, the issue of this alleged illegal scrapyard was brought to the notice of the South Goa collector, concerned police station, block development officer, Salcete, deputy director of panchayat, besides reporting the matter to local panchayat for necessary action, but efforts proved futile. Mr Quadros claimed that the said scrapyard is proving hazardous and is likely to disturb peace in and around the locality owing to noise pollution, generated at the yard. Mr Quadros revealed that the locals had informed the care-taker of the property about the misuse of the area by the inmates and urged him to clear the site as early as possible or else villagers would be forced to agitate. The caretaker of the property, where the scrapyard is located, had assured the 100-odd gathered locals that it would be removed before December 15, 2005. "However, nothing has been done," explained Mr Quadros. He also stated that none of the above authorities responded to the letters made by them. Mr Quadros, who claimed that due to the scrapyard activities, fields in the low-lying areas are affected, feared that since the scrapyards from city jurisdiction are being removed, people are now eyeing panchayats areas to set up the business. He further stated that the villagers have now decided to put the problem before the gram sabha scheduled to be held on February 5, 2006. -- Salaam ali kum. Gabe Menezes. London, England
[Goanet] Goan Voice UK. Daily Newsletter. Tuesday, 31 Jan. 2006
The Goan Voice UK Daily Newsletter can be accessed at 22:30 GMT daily at http://www.goanvoice.org.uk/ Lovelorn In Goa 6 Feb: India Today. Book Review of The Girl By Sonia Faleiro, Viking/Penguin Price: Rs 250. Excerpts: The Girl is unabashedly sentimental ... the real treat of this book: the dazzling and often strangely dark visual imagery ... what really engages here is the gloomy, monsoon-drenched richness in the descriptions of Goa, its Portuguese Catholic ethos ... 723 words. Read the reviews, hear the author, look at her photos, buy the book ... http://soniafaleiro.com/press.htm New Zealand: Lobbying for Asian voices on health 31 Jan: New Zealand Herald. Health experts are setting up a foundation to lobby for Asian health interests at Government level ... The trustees are Dr de Silva ... and Ruth de Souza, a nurse and researcher at the Centre for Asian and Migrant Health Research at Auckland University of Technology. Over the next two decades, New Zealand's Asian population is projected to increase from 270,000 people to 670,000. Most of this growth will be in Auckland. Dr de Silva said it was already known that Asian disease rates climb with acculturation. Asians with chronic disease tended to seek medical help late, she said, and women did not have mammograms and cervical screening tests at the rates of other population groups. 309 words. http://www.nzherald.co.nz/search/story.cfm?storyid=000C8647-D4B9-13DD-A59183027AF1010F For a photo of Ruth see http://www.goanvoice.org.uk/ President of Portugal to inaugurate St Francis Xavier Exhibition 30 Jan: Agência Ecclesia (Portuguese). The President of the Republic, Jorge Sampaio, will inaugurate on 1st Feb. an exhibition on "St Francis Xavier - his Life and Times" as part of programme to mark the 5th centenary of the birth of the Saint. The exhibition will run in Lisbon till 17 Apr. 2006 and will have 250 items. For the exhibition website see http://www.sfx.eventos.lisboa.ucp.pt/ For text of article see http://www.agencia.ecclesia.pt/noticia.asp?noticiaid=28012 Portugal Exports Beer to Goa 30 Jan: Agência Financeira (Portuguese). Sagres and Imperial Portuguese beers are to be marketed initially in Goa which has with a high consumption of beer per capita. It is hoped to widen distribution later to other parts of India. 308 words. http://www.agenciafinanceira.iol.pt/noticia.php?id=640667&div_id=1728 UK: ITV jets to India with new drama 30 Jan. Guardian (UK). ITV is to explore the perils backpacking in a new drama called Losing Gemma, in which two friends go to India and only one returns. Based on the first book by novelist Katy Gardner, Losing Gemma is set against a backdrop of India's top tourist destinations. Holby City actress Rachel Leskovac plays Gemma, a needy girl who is thrown together with hardened travelling partner Esther (Alice Eve) ... the two-part thriller will start a six-to-eight week location shoot in Goa, Delhi and Agra at the end of this month. 316 words. http://media.guardian.co.uk/broadcast/story/0,,1698382,00.html Mumbai to Goa by Kingfisher Airlines 29 Jan: Take Back the Times. Retired Journalist Ken Reich (L.A. Times for 39 years), writes about the Kingfisher Mumbai to Goa flight and of his experiences in Goa. 477 words. http://takebackthetimes.blogspot.com/2006/01/flying-to-old-portuguese-colony-of-goa.html UK: Sex for visas scandal 12 Jan: Croydon Guardian. Excerpts: Young girls working at the visa centre looking for a little bit of fun used to proposition Australian and New Zealand men and then talked about it casually in the tea room ... female asylum seekers threw themselves at staff in a bid for visas ... women paraded like contestants in a beauty pageant ... 471 words. http://www.croydonguardian.co.uk/search/display.var.671274.0.shock_new_claims_in_lunar_house_sex_for_visas_scandal.php Death 28 Jan: Siridao, Goa. INACIO PINTO: Husband of Cristalina, father of John Manuel/Joana (Paris), Francis Cruzinho/Maria Caitana, Agnelo /Filomena (Paris), Dr Isabel/Dr Gustavo (UK). Caring Grandfather of Jerillee/Raoul (UK), Cheryl, Lorettee, Ambika, Anita (UK), Gordon (Paris), Nash (Paris), Reuben (Paris) and Arlinda.
[Goanet] Plastic bags ban: MMC asks other panchayats to join
http://www.navhindtimes.com/stories.php?part=news&Story_ID=013134 Plastic bags ban: MMC asks other panchayats to join NT News Service Vasco Jan 30: After the success achieved by the Mormugao Municipal Council (MMC) in its plastic carry bag ban which came into effect from January 26, within the jurisdiction of the council, the MMC today invited all the panchayats from Mormugao taluka to join the movement so that the entire taluka is free from the menace of plastic carry bags. The MMC chief officer, Mr Elvis Gomes, who is spearheading the movement, when contacted said, "People of the neighbouring panchayat areas have also hailed our action and that is why the MMC has decided to capitalise on the public sentiments which are strongly in favour of the MMC." Mr Gomes further stated that the MMC chairperson, Mr Sharad Chopdekar and all the councillors are actively involved in the movement and it is very essential to make the neighbouring villages to be a part of the movement. "Unless and until the panchayat bodies participate in the movement, it is very difficult to achieve 100 per cent success," observed Mr Gomes. He also informed that the MMC has requested all the sarpanchas to adopt resolutions to ban plastic bags in their jurisdiction. The MMC chief officer has also asked all the sarpanchas to assist the panchayats in whatever manner possible to ensure a garbage free Mormugao. The ban on plastic carry bags and PET bottles within the jurisdiction of MMC was notified in February 2004 due to the efforts of the chief officer, Mr Gomes during his earlier tenure but had remained unimplemented. However on his return as chief officer, Mr Gomes immediately set about completing the unfulfilled task of implementing the ban, which became a reality from January 26, this year. It is learnt that taking cue from the MMC, many local bodies in Goa are also willing to ban the plastic bags for environmental protection. -- Salaam ali kum. Gabe Menezes. London, England
[Goanet] AICHEA DISSAK CHINTOP - Janerachi 31vi, 2006!
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[Goanet] Goa Knowledge Commission website launched
-- Documented by Goa Desc Resource Centre Ph:2252660 Website: www.goadesc.org Email: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Press Clippings on the web: http://www.goadesc.org/mem/ -- - Goa Knowledge Commission website launched - Dear Goenkars, The Knowledge Commission has been recently constituted by the Government of Goa to prepare a Vision Document on education in Goa. Education has long since been a topic for hot debate and quite a few of us have found ourselves mulling over questions like, why are so many thousands of Goans unemployed or under-employed? Why do Goans lag behind in competitive exams? Why can't education in Goa be more job oriented? Why does Goa have so few opportunities such that all our bright students leave the state for foreign shores? etc. Quite a few of us have our own personal analysis and some answers too! The Goa Knowledge Commission hopes to take a critical look at education for its employment generating capacity. It wants to do this not without enlisting your thoughts, opinions, suggestions and ideas. For this it has set up a website www.knowledgeforgoa.com We know that you have often wished that policy formulators have a more democratic approach. We know you have often wished for a forum to express your thoughts. Here is your chance. Visit the bulletin board of the Knowledge Commission and post your inputs. We assure you your thoughts matter. With warm regards Professor Peter R. deSouza -- DELHI:Professor Peter R. deSouza, Centre for the Study of Developing Societies, 29 Rajpur Road, New Delhi 110 054 Tel: 11-23831290 Telefax: 011- 23891012 GOA:Dr Celsa Pinto, Member Secretary, Directorate of Education, 18 June Road, Panjim, Goa 403 001 Tel: (0832) 2223237 Fax: (0832) 2227874 Email: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Website: www.knowledgeforgoa.com - = GOA DESC RESOURCE CENTRE Documentation + Education + Solidarity 11 Liberty Apts., Feira Alta, Mapusa, Goa 403 507 mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] website: www.goadesc.org - Working On Issues Of Development & Democracy =
[Goanet] Empowering people - By Ethel da Costa
HEART TO HEART (Jan 29, 2006 - Herald) By Ethel Da Costa Stand up. Speak up. 'Reuse', 'Recycle'. 'Reduce', 'Segregate at Source'. 'Care for your city', 'Ban plastic bags', 'Compulsory composting'. 'Gag the bag', 'Do not litter', 'Compost wet waste', 'Empower your community'. These are the buzz words on my lips for February, as Panjim seeks the participation of her citizens to respond with responsibility. There is enough fire in our bellies to keep us going. But this is also about passion. And commitment. And responsibility. And education. And setting the right examples for the safekeeping of our cities. This is about taking stock as citizens, exercising our right to information, awareness and empowering the younger generation as responsible custodians of their community. Having launched the 'Mission Chaka Chak Panaji' campaign with great conviction and zeal as a whole-hearted civic and community effort to deal with Panjim's garbage crisis (after all, what you think is what you are), the campaign joins the collective efforts of civic bodies and citizens to prove that the only way to find solutions is to respond with action, instead of reconciling with adversity. 'Mission Chaka Chak Panaji' goes door-to-door, house to house, school to student and colleges educating communities that a healthy city can be built by only healthy thinking individuals, who are custodians of the safe-keeping of their neighbourhood, and in the larger picture, the safekeeping of Goa. It is only when we, the people, understand the significance of our roles in city building, can we ensure that vigilance and accountability accounts for self-growth. It is not about violating rules, disrespecting the law and believing that a phone call to a minister can absolve your responsibility as an errant citizen. No sir, it ain't gonna work no more! Because it's time for Goa and her citizens to stop walking with their tail between their legs. Take pride in yourselves and the land blessed bountifully by Nature. By our right to assertion, we will ensure that Goans are not an endangered species in our own homeland. It's also time to empower people with information - right from how to get a water connection, to addressing consumer issues, ration card paperwork to construction licenses. Each citizen must demand access to information -- if he learns where to go and assert this rights -- without bending over backwards paying his 'darshan' to the local MLA, and hence further feeding the chains of corruption that link politicians to power. Life is simple if we understand that politicians need us. It is we who elect them to represent us. It is we, the people, who are decision makers empowered with the power to the right to vote. 'We' must decide the fate of Goa and then get our elected representatives to chart this course into the corridors of power. But see how cunning has resulted in a role reversal. Sure, it's not easy to fight might. But this is where we need our youth to decide that it only takes intelligence and common sense to free our horse blinds, because too much back bending and kissing arse can result in a permanent hunch. There are too many arse kissers in Goa, we know that, and that's exactly what the 'system' wishes to encourage - create a crippled population dependent on petty politicking. If a revolution has to fire in our hearts, let it start with our minds. But first, take care of your own garbage! =
[Goanet] Goa wants international airport
The Financial Express Monday, January 30, 2006 Goa wants international airport P T I Panaji, January 30: Cutting across political affiliations, the political leaders from North Goa have strongly supported construction of an international airport at Mopa in North Goa. "Congress Chief Minister Pratap Singh Rane should go ahead with the Mopa airport and if his pro-Mopa stand shakes his chair, we (BJP) would support him to continue in the chair", remarked BJP's senior leader and Member of Parliament, Shripad Naik, addressing a rally in Pernem village of North Goa last evening. The rally was attended by Congress, BJP, NCP, Maharashtrawadi Gomantak Party (MGP) and Shiv Sena leaders. A faction in the Congress, led by South Goa Member of Parliament, Churchill Alemao, is opposing the airport and the state government, bowing to the pressures within the party, moving cautiously. "Opinion poll should be conducted in the state over Mopa airport and if people vote against Mopa I will resign as MP and if people favour Mopa, Churchill Alemao should relinquish his MP's chair," BJP leader Naik said at the meeting. URL: http://www.financialexpress.com/latest_full_story.php?content_id=116104 -- Salaam ali kum. Gabe Menezes. London, England
[Goanet] Five-minute talks... and a guest straight from the Dabolim airport
On January 28, 2006, the GNU/Linux user group meet at the Goa Science Centre (alongside the scenic Miramar beach) once again showed that the five-minute lightning talks series does work well. As we waited to battle the unpunctuality syndrome, the topic floated towards RHCE/RCHT, 64-bit systems, Skype, ETDC courses, and films from South Africa. By this time, we had a surprise guest. Samir Kelekar, who came in direct from Dabolim airport, after landing in from Bangalore. Samir is on the GoG's infotech council, and has been a long-time member of the group. To kick off, we saw some of the films from South Africa, made in a very interesting manner, with the goal of introducing FLOSS and computing concepts to young people (and others). There were brief reports on the Firefox browser, an articulate African lady offering introduction to some useful websites, and more. All done in a very user-friendly manner. And: there are 13 episodes focussing on these subjects! DVD copies available with Nelson if you need them, at a reasonable price that covers cost and possible raises a tiny fund for the SXC user-group. http://linuxdvdsale.tripod.com/ Engineer Bijon Shaha did his homework and was introducing the concept of the South African 'freedom toaster'. Pop in a CD, get out a distro. Sounds unrealistic? It's true. Shaha did a good job in introducing the subject. Damodar gave an interesting presentation on how to install GNU/Linux without any risk to a Windows partition. His tip: "When you're asked for the boot-loeader to be loaded, don't load your grub boot-loeader in the master boot record. Select the first boot partition, copy it on a floppy and restart the system with the floppy" Really nice to see our new LUGgers taking such an interest and even volunteering talks! Edgar was next with the five-minute slot, talking about his travails with getting his Acer 64-bit working with various distros -- Fedora Core 4, Mandriva 10.1 and Suse. His woes include Suse not properly recognising the ACPI status (battery status), the digicam not communicating properly with the camera, Suse not giving the option of multiple desktops, Postgres missing fro some distros, 3D games just crawling... Perhaps Edgar will post directly onto the list, so as to get advice from a wider pool. My (FN's) own modest presentation was a hurried sharing of some lessons picked up at Africa Source 2 in Uganda. It included mentioning of comics to teach GNU/Linux and IT concepts by Schoolnet Namibia, the Gadgets software seeking to integrate a whole lot of social software (wikis, mailing lists, blogs, etc), an encounter with billionaire Afronaut Mark Shuttleworth, the aim of Africa Source (taking FLOSS to non-profit organisations, and it's three tracks focussing on info management, migration for NGOs and migration for education), the Sahana software crafted as a Sri Lankan initiative to help cope with disasters, human rights FLOSS such as Martus software, the tectonic.co.za site focussing on FLOSS, Creative Commons, localisation of computing initiatives, etc. Samir, a longtime LUGger now on the Goa infotech council, made the point that policy planners and politicians sitting on official bodies are often in a "totally different world". He suggested the LUG could do something by pushing the official policy in a way where Goa benefits from the power of Free Software. "If I started on [GNU]Linux in the first year, it would mean I have something like three years of experience (by the time one starts working)," Samir said, pointing out that companies in Bangalore were spending huge resources to get their new employees familiarised with the tools of Free/Libre and Open Source Software. He pointed out that developing software on proprietorial software tools was also prohibitively costly, with say a set of MSD software tools costing Rs 100,000. Various ideas came up on how more students could be encouraged to venture into Free Software in Goa, how a more FLOSS-friendly policy could be made FLOSSible. Poorly trained engineering skills was a real problem, Samir indicated, pointing out that after graduation, some engineers were joining NIIT to learn Java for a year after they left college. "The whole future of my company depends on how good guys I get. It's difficult to find people," Samir Kelekar added. He stressed that those with GNU/Linux skills were paid far higher than those from the world of generic properietorial software. There was a long discussion, with suggestions coming in from Arvind Yadav, Ravi Deka, Edgar of Moira, Prof Janarthan (of the Botany Department, GU) and a whole lot of others. By the time we looked at our watches, it was past the time to close. We spoke to Goa Science Centre director Joshi, and he too
[Goanet] O Negative Blood donor required in South Goa
O Negative Blood donor required in South Goa O Negative Blood donor required for 6 bottles of blood as patient - Mr. Agenelo Fernandes has to undergo major operation at Dr. J V. D'Costa's Hospital, Fatorda. Donors may contact Dr. Sujay Das - Mobile 9326100484 Clara Fernandes - Mobile 9850458125 or Sr. Fatima Fernandes at Maria Bambina Convent, Cuncolim on Ph: 2763272 --- message from Cuncolim Civic & Consumer Forum --- -- GOA CIVIC AND CONSUMER ACTION NETWORK -- promoting civic and consumer rights in Goa -- GOACAN Post Box 187 Margao, Goa 403 601 GOACAN Post Box 78 Mapusa, Goa 403 507 Tel: 9822180182 mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] website: www.goacan.org --
[Goanet] Village Panchayat 'Panch' can also make big money: See how ?
Village Panchayat 'Panch' can also make big money: >From top central Goverment Ministers, MPs, Local Ministers, MLAs to Village >level Sarpanch, Panch etc etc. Yes, every one can make money and i am not talking about few hundred or thousand Rupess but Lakhs of Rupees. As a NRI, no wonder why sometimes I find in Goa, some items are expensive and others are not. Last month, while I was bargaining about 2kgs of fresh good sized prawns (my favourite, remember ?), a local unemployed 'panch' came and took them all. 'Ani hanv thondant bott galun poupakuch urlom' Above is just one example (a fact though), there are plenty others too. Look for example, Goan Police Inspectors, top Govt UDCs (upper division clerks) etc etc How much monthly salary they must be geting ? Rs.15,000 ? But almost all such people own very expensive cars costing not less than Rs. 9 lakhs, sometimes up to 3 cars, posh bungalows or flats etc etc. How it is possible ?? Well, every thing is possible now a day. ok, lets come to the point, 'Panch' making money making business. A village Panchayat is a small local elected body at each village level. It usually constitutes 5-9 elected members called 'Panch'. Amongst themselves they elect their leader who then becomes 'Sarpanch'. We all know how a 'sarpanch' can make money, typical of them being granting NOCs (no objection certificates), Construction licences/NOCs, conversion of illegally constructed houses into legal etc etc And panch ? how he can make money ? Well, ever heard 'No Confidence Motion against Sarpanch?', you read such things on local dailies on every other day. And this musical chair game for removing sarpanch(as) can be played every six months or perhaps, even less. Imagine, in a panchayat with just 5 members, how valuable a vote would be form each member/panch ? Note: A sms received by me from a relaible source Goa has inspired me to write this article, where the sms says.. An ex-sarpanch/panch paid Rs.3 lakhs to a panch for his vote to remove the present sarpanch from his chair. Ever heard ? 'MAIM-PAI KORTAI PAP ANI BHURGIM DITAI ZAP' Do we really care about our children ?? Then why make this type of money ? And we go to church regularly, what for ? Our conscious is clear from inside ? Note: No offence to any one but these are the facts. [EMAIL PROTECTED] for Goa & NRI related info... http://in.groups.yahoo.com/group/GOAN-NRI/ for Goa & Goa Flights info.. http://uk.groups.yahoo.com/group/LetsGotoGoa For info on Konkani VCDs etc ___ To help you stay safe and secure online, we've developed the all new Yahoo! Security Centre. http://uk.security.yahoo.com
[Goanet] what the AIFF is doing about it.? - Lyndon Miranda
AIFF: How do I get 'YOU' to get me Soccernetindia editor Lyndon Miranda gives us his views on the pathetic state of the game in the country and seeks to know what the AIFF is doing about it. The last time I put pen to paper and let my soccer thoughts flow, I spoke about how the game of soccer in India is managed unprofessionally. The article I wrote even won me acclaims from within the AIFF I believe. Otherwise how else would you explain the fact that they have postponed matches despite the fact that they came out with the schedule so late? Its obvious that they were trying to prove me right. Dont you think so? It is otherwise just impossible, unless you are really unprofessional and lack organizational ability, to keep changing the schedule despite the fact that it was barely released a few days prior to the kick off. On the 26th of December, the AIFF first announced that the NFL would commence on the 7th of January and the schedule was released. A few days later, the NFL was postponed to January 10th and new dates for matches were announced. After the first round, more changes were rung in as security was not available in Kolkata and all matches of the third round were postponed to the 25th of January. That was not all, they then decided to postpone the 8th round matches to a latter date and have only 7 rounds in the first phase instead of the 8 previously scheduled. What is wrong with you AIFF? It actually makes you wonder whether the AIFF can do anything right. It is beyond my comprehension how despite the fact that the schedule was released so late, the AIFF still couldnt get it right. Abroad, schedules are released more then a month in advance, and they still get it right. The reason being that there is a proper co-ordination between the concerned authorities, something that is lacking in the AIFF at the moment. It is very important that AIFF, Clubs involved, the local organizing committees, Police and ZEE sports and the National coach sit down together and come out with a schedule where all can commit to so that games wont be postponed at the rate it is being done at present. Also this should be done way in advance and not left to the last minute so that grounds can be booked well in advance and problems like the Mumbai teams faced may be avoided. The fact that the NFL is played in such a short time is another reason why if you postpone a round, the league falls into jeopardy. It is important that the AIFF fixes reserve days where matches that could not be played, be played on those days. The league should have one week breaks in between, so these matches can be played then. It is very important that we get the little things right first, only then we can build up. If the foundation is weak, the structure will crumble. Soccer enthusiasts have time and again pointed out to this but with the AIFFs level of understanding being so low; it seems an almost impossible task of getting through their thick skull. Another worrying thing about Indian football is the standard of officiating. Teams have time and again complained, but what is being done about it? Seminars? Is that the only answer? I feel that it is time the referees are graded and only those of the higher grade be allowed to officiate at the NFL. These grades may rise or fall based on their performances which should be evaluated by a committee. It is time that the referees are held accountable for their performances. If their performances are not going to be scrutinized, then what will motivate them to perform better? Isnt it time the AIFF does something about it? I totally back Mr. Peter Vaz, President of Sporting Clube De Goa, when he said that the AIFF is the reason for the drop of soccer in the country. Clubs spend so much money these days on players, some teams running with budgets of 2.5 crores per season, only to be left down by sub-standard officiating which very often changes the outcome of the game. What is the point of pumping in so much money into the game? On the top of it all, the AIFF has the cheek to ask clubs to invest in better foreigners? The AIFF doesnt even pay the players that represent India at the International level. Money is flowing in the AIFF coffers; they get money from ONGC, around 9 crores a season, 28 crores a year from Zee, around 2 crores a year from FIFA, plus money from small sponsors and grants from ruling bodies. Where is all this money going? The prize money of the NFL has been the same over the last many years. It is time the prize money for the NFL is increased and that Indian players representing the country get paid by the match. The AIFF cant blame clubs for refusing to release their players because after all, it is not the AIFF that is paying them. I wont be at all surprised if many players feign injuries so as to avoid playing for the country. The NFL kicked of on the 10th of January and yet the last article to be put up on the AIFF website (www.the-aiff.com) is the match report of t
[Goanet] The Churches of Bombay
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Re: [Goanet] Goa float bags second place
Hi Are any photographs available of the Goa Floats.? Thanks - Original Message - From: "D'Souza, Avelino" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: Cc: <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Sent: Monday, January 30, 2006 12:53 PM Subject: [Goanet] Goa float bags second place Goa float bags second place BY HERALD REPORTER PANJIM, JAN 29 - Goa's tableau entitled 'Festivals of Goa' depicting the State's cultural heritage presented at the Republic Day parade in New Delhi last week has bagged the second prize. The tableau was designed by Francisco Martins and consisted of around 80 members including the performers, artists, and others. The tableau depicted festivals of Goa in all its splendor and included the festivals of Bonderam, Zagor, Shigmo Mell, Sangod and Ghodde Moddni. The music for the float was composed by Goa's very own Oliver Sean and dance artists Jason and Silvia were also the main performers atop the float. The theme for the tableau was selected by a state level committee, which was headed by Chief Minister Pratapsingh Rane. The other members included Paresh Joshi former Vice Chairman of Kala Academy, Dr Pandurang Fhaldessai, Member Secretary of Kala Academy, D Harihar, former Principal of Art College, Deputy Chief Minister Dr Wilfred de Souza, GPCC Chief Ravi Naik and Ramesh Negi, Secretary Information. The Director of Information and Publicity, Menino Peres was the member secretary of the committee. Goa's tableau was one among the 24 States and 7 Union Territories who participated in the Republic Day float parade in Delhi on Thursday last. The awards were announced in the national capital today morning and were received by Additional Resident Commissioner of Goa Sadan, Chotelli Prabhakar on behalf of Goa. The contingent will be arriving in Goa by February 2 and will be felicitated at a function in the State.
[Goanet] Programme on Goa in Portuguese language RTPi.
Dear Netgaokars, Produced by Goans in Goa, the Portuguese language “Contacto Goa” is a unique thirteen part TV serial that follows the fascinating trail of the Portuguese language in India, a legacy that continues to survive even today, more than forty years after the end of the colonial rule in India. The series, which is mostly in the Portuguese language, can be watched on the RTP International (RTPi) channel available on select Indian cable networks, with an estimated viewership of twenty-four million people across the world . The series will features intriguing stories of people, institutions and events that continue to sustain the centuries old cultural ties between the two nations. Though the focus of the series would of course be Goa and Goans, it will also travel to other territories which have had a Portuguese presence, such as Daman, Diu, and Kerala. Each episode of Contacto Goa is of approximately twenty-five minutes duration and features three or four individual stories, covering subjects like art, music, food, cultural events etc. The first episode was broadcast on RTP International channel on Sunday, January 29, 2006 at 8:15pm IST and again on Monday, January 30, 2006, 10:00am IST. It featured the popular Goan fadista Sonia Shirsat, daughter of Dr. Shashi Shirsat of Ponda and Alice Pinho of Panaji. She also sings for Status-4 . The Monteiro family [ Fr.Chico and Dr.Gustavo Monteiro group of families.] of Candolim rendered their unique music to the first episode. Further episodes will be broadcast twice a month. Log on to www.rtp.pt for more details on the channel. The program will be part of the “Contacto” programming from RTPi (e.g. USA Contacto, Canada Contacto, etc.) that have already been running on RTPi for a few years, and features stories about (and by) Portuguese immigrant communities around the world. The uniqueness of “Contacto Goa” series is that, unlike the other “Contacto” programs, “Contacto Goa” will mainly feature Goans (Indians) and Portuguese visitors to Goa (India), rather than Portuguese immigrants to Goa, of whom there are not many anyway. The series is produced by Ultra Film and Video (UfaV), represented by a creative team based both in Mumbai and Goa, consisting of Christopher Rego, Desmond Nazareth and Nalini Elvino de Sousa. Much time and effort has gone into the research and shooting of the series, to provide viewers across the globe with a privileged glimpse into a world that still retains memories of a bygone, largely forgotten colonial era in the regions concerned. For further information, contact: Nalini Elvino de Sousa (09822586058; [EMAIL PROTECTED] ), or Desmond Nazareth (09850477789; [EMAIL PROTECTED] ), or Christopher Rego (09820426048; [EMAIL PROTECTED] ) I am fortunate to know Des and to be related to Nalini, both residents of Panaji-Goa. Viva Goa. Miguel
[Goanet] Goa's parallel economy - pilferage of petroleum hydrocarbons
-- Documented by Goa Desc Resource Centre Ph:2252660 Website: www.goadesc.org Email: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Press Clippings on the web: http://www.goadesc.org/mem/ -- -- The Pilferage of Petroleum Hydrocarbons -- by Nandkumar Kamat Goa is running a parallel economy worth hundreds of crores of rupees based on pilferage of petroleum hydrocarbons mostly motor spirits (petrol, diesel and kerosene), naptha and industrial solvents. Two years ago the Vasco harbour police had unearthed siphoning of petrol from the oil tanks. The ex-CM Mr Parrikar had personally visited the place and commented that the pilferage could be worth crores of rupees. Goa police, especially the crime branch and the newly formed Marine branch need to be complimented for exposing a diesel pilferage racket at Santo Estevam. Only the tip of this mafia has been revealed. The real kingpins with powerful political connections and enviable social patronage are yet to be traced and arrested. The arrests made by the Goa police at Akhado show that this clandestine activity was going on for years under the very nose of the captain of ports, the local police stations, the civil supplies department and the diesel suppliers. The economic dimensions of this racket are very serious and if we trust the statistics given by the Goa barge owners association (GBOA) then for the past eight years the loss to the barge owners had been to the tune of at least a hundred crore rupees. According to GBOA an estimated thirty-seven thousand litres of diesel is unaccounted every day. They run a fleet of 185 barges which transport the ore from various hinterland loading points to the Marmagoa port through the inland waterways. These waterways are Goas economic veins. The barge industry is the backbone of Goas mining industry and its smooth operations are extremely important for sustainable growth of Goas economy. Hundreds of workers are employed on the barges. They are doing an excellent job by transporting the ore. But some black sheep have entered this area. What the residents from Ghogol, Zuarinagar and Davorlim were doing at Akhado, a small historic and scenic island, full of traditional fishermens hamlets? The GBOA suspects that there are 22 diesel pilferage points along the Mandovi, Zuari waterways where the diesel supplied to the barges is pilfered and then sold in the local black market. In June 1984 a tragedy had struck Markaim village. An overloaded canoe transporting farm labourers from Markaim to Dongri had capsized in the river drowning 35 persons. The cause was traced to a barge anchored in the middle of the river. Apparently it was involved in pilferage of the diesel. The canoe was overturned when it struck the underwater rope. People and the government forgot the incident and after a few voices of concern were raised about the petroleum pilferage and adulteration mafia, emphatic and decisive action was not taken. The GBOA information points to the involvement of several villages along both the banks of the inland waterways. The crime branch need to gather field intelligence independently about the movement of tankers, canoes fitted with pumps and the locations to hide the pilfered petroleum products. This is a well oiled racket. Many years ago the villages surrounding the Bambolim military camp had become the dens of petroleum product pilferers. The heavy military trucks used to visit certain spots where diesel used to be pumped out. This used to be then sold at cheaper rates to prospective buyers. Unofficially along all the national and state highways of Goa and the district roads near the urban areas petrol and diesel adulterated with cheap industrial solvents is being sold liberally in plastic containers. Naturally the source can be traced to the black market. This is a very serious issue. GBOA needs to be congratulated for taking the initiative to study the trail of the alleged criminals who were involved in the pilferage of the diesel quota supplied to the ore transporting barges. GBOA has alleged that annually the pilferage cost them Rs 10-12 crores. This is a huge loss, several times the revenue contributed by the barge owners to the government by way of taxes and fees. Recently the mine owners have also been alarmed by the theft of the iron ore. The GBOA, the Marine wing of Goa Police and the captain of ports would have to come out with a full proof surveillance,monitoring and verification system to curtail the pilferage. The fisheries department would have to investigate the possibility of sale of the diesel pilfered from the barges to the mechanized fishing vessels. There is a very strong possibility of such a trade because the pilfer
[Goanet] K’taka, M’rashtra colleges to att end Career Info Fair
http://oheraldo.in/node/9116 K'taka, M'rashtra colleges to attend Career Info Fair HERALD CORRESPONDENT SANVORDEM, JAN 29 - About 100 educational institutions and organisations from Goa, Karnataka and Maharashtra are expected to participate in the three-day Career Information Fair 2006 from February 2 at the Government Sports Complex ground, Curchorem. Organised by the Taluka Level School Complex Committee (TLSCC), Quepem, the three-day fair is planned in different sessions like careers at different stages of education. President of Quepem TLSC Deepak Dessai informed reporters that the fair would benefit over 10,000 visitors, including the students and teachers from various secondary, higher secondary schools and colleges from Goa. "Prominent institutions like BITS Pilani, College of Home science, National Institute of Oceanography, colleges from Mangalore and Belgaum will be the attraction at the fair," said Mr Dessai. "The main objective of the fair is to acquaint the students from Quepem and neighbouring talukas with the various types of careers available in and out of Goa. It is a unique event in the school complex scheme of Goa," he added. A special attraction will be the art gallery, where professional art teachers from Quepem and others talukas will set up various stalls in screen printing, calligraphy, photography, painting in water colours and oil paints on canvas, clay modeling, sculpture, mural design, crafting, glass painting, fabric painting, audio visuals, crafting in wood, advertising, thermocol cutting and decoration, landscape and still life. The first day of the fair is catered to students of high schools. In the morning session, Tilroy Fernandes, Principal of Cuncolim United Higher Secondary School will speak on 'What and Why of careers', while the director of Technical Crafts and Training will speak on 'Careers before and after SSC'. On the second day, a special session on 'Careers at Sea' will be taken by National Maritime day Celebration Committee. Venktesh Prabhu Dessai will discuss common Entrance Exams (CET), while Mervyn D'Souza, Principal St Xavier Higher Secondary Mapusa, will discuss Careers After XII Science. In the second session of the day Bhaskar Naik, Principal of Government College arts, commerce and Science Quepem will speak on Changing World Scenario and Career options. Nagesh Sardessai of People's Higher Secondary School, Panjim, will take a session on Careers after XII Commerce. On the last day, P R Nadkarni, ex-Chairman of Goa Board and Raghunath Gawas, Principal of Vidyanand Higher Secondary School, Mayem, will discuss 'Careers after XII Arts'. Nagesh Sardessai of Peoples Higher Secondary School will discuss on 'Careers After Graduation'. The fair will also include spot rangoli and drawing contests. Further details of the three-day fair are available with Dr Uday Gaonkar, Headmaster of Holy Cross Institute, Quepem, on Ph: 9822587734 or Vaman Bhadri, Principal Chandrabaga Tukobha Naik Higher Secondary School, Curchorem on Ph: 9822981655 or 2650391. -- Salaam ali kum. Gabe Menezes. London, England
[Goanet] Velsao sarpanch voted out
http://oheraldo.in/node/9112 Velsao sarpanch voted out HERALD CORRESPONDENT CORTALIM, JAN 29 - Lawrence Rodrigues became the third sarpanch of Velsao-Pale-Issorcim panchayat during the current term of the panchayat body to be voted out of office. At a special meeting called on Wednesday to decide the no-trust motion, Rodrigues was voted out 4 votes in favour and 3 votes against the motion. The no-trust motion was moved after the former sarpanch Wilson Vaz changed sides. Others who voted against Rodrigues are Estevam Carvalho, Alga D'Souza and Agnelo Alcasoas. It is learnt that Alcasoas is tipped to be the next sarpanch of Velsao. The panchayats in the State are due for elections in less than a year. -- Salaam ali kum. Gabe Menezes. London, England
[Goanet] Penguin ‘ghost’ haunts Canacona loc als again
http://oheraldo.in/node/9110 Penguin 'ghost' haunts Canacona locals again BY FREDDY REBELLO POINGUINIM, JAN 29 - The Penguin Alcohol Pvt Ltd (PAPL), a company that produces liquor at the Canacona Industrial Estate, has always been in the news for the wrong reasons. It was ranked as one of the seven most polluting industries in Goa in 2001 and PAPL later shut down its operations. Two years later, PAPL has now returned to haunt the residents in the area. The foul odour and flies constantly buzzing in residential premises around the area has annoyed residents. "I don't feel like having lunch at home because the flies are constantly on the plates and food," remarked Adv Lalita Devida who lives in the close proximity to this unit. The residents of this region attribute the flies menace to the dumping of waste Fermented Molasses Solvent (FMS) into the open by PAPL and showed this correspondent the stinking site buzzing with flies. People are also reluctant to buy fish from the nearby Shristal market, as the large flies in huge numbers are seen squatting on the fish. While the general manager of PAPL was out of station and unavailable for comments, no other official of PAPL was willing to comment. However, an employee of PAPL divulged that the company has started production afresh and confirmed that the waste was being discharged in the open. "This place is fully infected with flies due to the stench," disclosed the employee. A letter from environmentalists requesting information under the 'Right to Information Act' was sent to State Pollution Control Board (GSPCB) a few weeks ago. The information desired was pertaining to the harmful effects of the pollutants dumped by PAPL and other related matters. But when the Member Secretary of GSPCB was contacted, he feigned ignorance pertaining to the letter and said that he would look into the matter. Meanwhile, it is learnt through sources that dumping of waste FMS solvent from PAPL through tankers is going on regularly and the people alleged that this dumping activity was being carried on with blessings from political bigwigs who are actively in harmony with this polluting industry. It is learnt that a different management is now running the administration of this plant. This plant began its operation in 1995 and as per the records available, the company in a three-year period manufactured 6,87,825 litres of alcohol and as per the statistics available, only 1,86,000 litres was sold by them, that was valued at Rs 35,56,947.50. The company has spent over Rs 7 crore in the initial stage itself and if the profits over the sales are taken, then the company is no position to pay the wages of its workers and also to keep the plant running. The people allege that the Excise Department, sales tax and other revenue collection bodies are in close harmony with this firm and helping them to evade taxes, that if collected, would have gone to the Government treasury. -- Salaam ali kum. Gabe Menezes. London, England
[Goanet] Holy Hour held at Bogmalo church
http://oheraldo.in/node/9115 Holy Hour held at Bogmalo church HERALD CORRESPONDENT CORTALIM, JAN 29 - A Holy Hour in reparation for the desecration of Holy Eucharist was held at the Bogmalo Church on Sunday evening. There were prayers, Bible reading and sermons and was attended by large number of devotees and sisters. Reference was also made during the sermon to the large number of thefts taking place in the churches and chapels and regretted the failure of the police in nabbing the culprits and also neglect on the part of the Government. Earlier, the Parish Priest of Bogmalo Church, Fr Emidio Braganza, Parish Priest of Sancoale Fr Roque D'Costa and the Rector of Blessed Joseph Vaz Sanctuary Fr Eremito Rebello led the congregation during the Holy Hour. It may be recalled that on early Friday morning, miscreants wrenched the sacred tabernacle off the altar at the St Cosme and Damian Church and flung it on a hillock behind the Church. -- Salaam ali kum. Gabe Menezes. London, England
[Goanet] Cong hasn’t learnt from BJP rule
http://oheraldo.in/node/9113 Cong hasn't learnt from BJP rule BY HERALD REPORTER PANJIM, JAN 29 — For the Congress, Babush Monserrate-led coup in January end last year was manna from heaven as it had been out of power since November 1999. The public as well as a section of the saffronites who wanted a change in Government for various reasons were delighted as the "autocratic regime" had come to an end. For, in the name of good governance, the regime executed several projects coupled with welfare schemes but ran the State with suppressive measures on the executive and the press besides pushing the agenda of Sangh Parivar overtly and covertly. Therefore, there were high expectations that the alternative Government would be better in every respect. But the Rane Government, which was installed on February 2 last year, could hardly make any headway before President's Rule was imposed on March 4. The by-elections, which were termed as a referendum on Parrikar rule, went against the BJP leading to a coalition Government led by Pratapsing Rane taking over the reins of the State in June 2005. Teething problems: The Government started disastrously so to say as, on one hand, NCP-led by Dr Wilfred de Souza threatened to pull out of the Government and on the other hand, discontentment over ministerial berths in the Rane ministry posed a serious threat to the Government. But NCP party supremo Sharad Pawar warned the local unit of hara-kiri and the clamour for berths and portfolios slowly died down. Pernem MLA Jitendra Deshprabhu, a strong ministerial contender who had reiterated that he would not accept any post other than what he deserved - ministership - ultimately accepted vice-chairmanship of Kala Academy quietly. The tirade against the Chief Minister from the stable of Mickky Pacheco continues even as the latter is lately engaged in an acrimonious war with Dr Willy. There was also dissatisfaction among the group of five who "sacrificed" their seats and returned as ministers in the Congress-led ministry. When they pulled down the Government, they had been assured by the High Command the same portfolios they held under Parrikar. Pandurang Madkaikar was given Transport but not Revenue. Similarly, Digambar Kamat No 2 in Parrikar Government was denied Urban Development though he was given Power. MGP's lone MLA Sudin Dhavlikar was the luckiest to not only retain the prized PWD but also got Co-operation - an important portfolio to reach out to the masses besides controlling co-operative banks. Mishandling: During the seven months' rule, the Rane Government has not been able to keep pace with Parrikar fast pace of functioning. Parrikar was a workaholic chief minister, who understood the psyche of the MLAs as well as the public. Rane took a beating first on IFFI. He took five months to initiate inquiry into irregularities of the BJP regime and after opposing IFFI last year, the Government got Goa declared as a permanent venue. One difference from Parrikarism is that the Rane Government has not understood the importance of maintaining a high image in the public eye. And has not countered the propaganda machinery of BJP. Rane also failed to handle two important issues - Statewide agitation over TCP Ordinance and Saleli and is currently caught in a major controversy over Mopa airport. The Government also doesn't have any major projects to its credit. Image Building: Not that the Government is not functioning. It is and many decisions are being taken and works undertaken though much more could have been achieved. But the public is not aware of them. The latest classical example is the release of water to Pernem taluka from Tillari irrigation project. Four years ago, BJP Government had announced with much fanfare but water was reportedly released from Tillari only on one day - Liberation Day! Parrikar knew how to reach the people through the media, many a times even before decisions were taken. He knew that they had to be made 'visible' to the people at large. In the present faction-ridden Congress, what the Government lacks is the strategy of image building and also dynamism in governance. -- Salaam ali kum. Gabe Menezes. London, England
[Goanet] Cortalim rally highlights plastic ills
http://oheraldo.in/node/9111 Cortalim rally highlights plastic ills HERALD CORRESPONDENT CORTALIM, JAN 29 - In an attempt to turn Cortalim into a plastic-free zone, a rally was organised on Thursday under the leadership of local doctor Suraj Kanekar. The rally, which started at the Cortalim junction wended through the Thana-Panchayat road, Loutolim Junction upto Sotrant and before culminating at the Cortalim fish market. Earlier, the Cortalim Sarpanch Cynthia D'Silva flagged off the rally, where over 300 villagers participated. Later, Dr Suraj Kanekar, Sunil Shet, Dr Kedar Phadte and MMC Chief Officer Elvis Gomes were among the speakers highlighting the ill effects of plastic. -- Salaam ali kum. Gabe Menezes. London, England
[Goanet] SAI Hostel holds Curtorim 1-1
SAI Hostel holds Curtorim 1-1 HERALD CORRESPONDENT DULER, JAN 29 - SAI Hostel, Mapusa down by a first half goal came back strongly on crossing over to hold Curtorim Gymkhana 1-1, in the GFA's Senior Women's League, played at Duler grounds. In the inaugural encounter both the teams played cautiously in the first 20 minutes of play. A fine effort by Daphene Rebello in the 22nd minute, who almost carried the ball right inside the Hostel territory, but failed to score with an open goal in front of her. However, Daphene made amends for the earlier blunder by setting up Remediana Noronha inside the box, who made no mistake in putting Curtorim ahead. While Curtorim dictated terms in the first session it was a different tail on crossing over, where SAI Hostel held the upper hand. Fainna Fernandes had a fine chance to level terms for Hostel, in the 57th minute but she shot into Curtorim keeper's hands. Hostel girls continued on their pressure and ultimately scored the equalizer in the 68th minute when Flavia Cardoz 35-yard free-kick lobbed inside the 18-yard box, which was beautifully directed into the nets with a firm header by Snehal Morajkar. A strike by Guilly Fernandes in the 76th minute, was handled by Curtorim defender Macrina Correia inside the danger zone prompting referee Tejas Nagvekar to award a penalty where unfortunately Sabina Carvalho shot over the crosspiece, to the dismay of her teammates. At Don Bosco ground, Panjim, Mangor Sports Club, Vasco came from a goal down to hold Sporting Clube de Goa 1-1.
[Goanet] Chicalim VP bans plastic carry-bags
http://www.navhindtimes.com/stories.php?part=news&Story_ID=013040 Chicalim VP bans plastic carry-bags NT News Service Vasco, Jan 29: The Chicalim village panchayat today banned plastic carry-bags from its jurisdiction thus becoming the first panchayat in the state to do so. The decision to this effect was unanimously taken at the gram sabha which was called by the Chicalim panchayat sarpanch, Mr Raul D'Costa. The panchayat has taken a cue from the Mormugao municipal council which has also banned plastic carry-bags. The panchayat ban will come into force from March 1, this year. The panchayat will circulate notices to create awareness among the citizens, and thereafter implementation would be carried out strictly. The panchayat also unanimously resolved to oppose construction of the proposed shipyard by M/s Pinky Shipyard Pvt at Chicalim on khazan land, in the proximity of residential areas. It also decided not to grant permission neither for new shipyards nor extension of existing shipyards under its jurisdiction. The gram sabha also decided to keep a tab on noise pollution created by shipyards after 10 p.m. The sabha resolved to oppose the state government decision on inclusion of Chicalim village into the Mormugao Planning and Development Authority. The citizens, who attended the sabha, decided to meet the Chief Minister, Mr Pratapsing Rane and hand over a memorandum demanding exclusion of the village from the MPDA. The sabha was attended by the deputy sarpanch, Mr Francis Nunes, panch members, Ms Maria Mascarenhas, Ms Priya Kamat, Ms Antoneta Fernandes and Mr Menino Gama, besides a large number of citizens. -- Salaam ali kum. Gabe Menezes. London, England
[Goanet] RE: Pro-Mopa airport agitators issue ultimatum to govt
Here is what the HERALD said today about the same episode: Between the politicians and the media the people of Goa are being taken for a royal ride! "900 flights annually", "operating beyond 10 lakh capacity", "many technical reasons etc etc. And the people swallow all this whole. The politicians clearly dont want to sweat for the sake of the people. What's the big deal in pointing out to the centre that the Union Cabinet decision of 2000 is arbitrary and hasty and needs to be revoked so that Dabolim and Mopa can operate side by side? Why cant they "think" about the security function if any being performed by the military at Dabolim? Are they blocking civilian traffic there for security reasons or as someone said recently because "they're simply loving it" in Goa? Why cant they say that the present Mopa plan needs to be trashed and re-cast as a supplement to Dabolim and not a substitute for it? You get my drift, right? Let's hope better sense will prevail all round --- soon!
[Goanet] Goa float bags second place
Goa float bags second place BY HERALD REPORTER PANJIM, JAN 29 - Goa's tableau entitled 'Festivals of Goa' depicting the State's cultural heritage presented at the Republic Day parade in New Delhi last week has bagged the second prize. The tableau was designed by Francisco Martins and consisted of around 80 members including the performers, artists, and others. The tableau depicted festivals of Goa in all its splendor and included the festivals of Bonderam, Zagor, Shigmo Mell, Sangod and Ghodde Moddni. The music for the float was composed by Goa's very own Oliver Sean and dance artists Jason and Silvia were also the main performers atop the float. The theme for the tableau was selected by a state level committee, which was headed by Chief Minister Pratapsingh Rane. The other members included Paresh Joshi former Vice Chairman of Kala Academy, Dr Pandurang Fhaldessai, Member Secretary of Kala Academy, D Harihar, former Principal of Art College, Deputy Chief Minister Dr Wilfred de Souza, GPCC Chief Ravi Naik and Ramesh Negi, Secretary Information. The Director of Information and Publicity, Menino Peres was the member secretary of the committee. Goa's tableau was one among the 24 States and 7 Union Territories who participated in the Republic Day float parade in Delhi on Thursday last. The awards were announced in the national capital today morning and were received by Additional Resident Commissioner of Goa Sadan, Chotelli Prabhakar on behalf of Goa. The contingent will be arriving in Goa by February 2 and will be felicitated at a function in the State.
[Goanet] In Memoriam: Orlando da Costa (1929-2006)
ORLANDO DA COSTA (1929-2006)
>From the days I got to know Dr. Orlando da Costa in 1995, soon after my
settling down in Lisbon, we met quite regularly over lunches. He was
introduced to me by a common Goan friend, Nuno Gonçalves, to whom (along
with two other Goans in Lisbon) Dr. Orlando dedicated the re-edition of his
Sem Flores Nem Coroas (2003). Our last such academic lunch was at a Santa
Marta road restaurant in Lisbon, next to Santa Marta Hspital where I had to
go for a medical check-up about six months back. My last conversation with
Dr. Orlando was over the phone three weeks back. From a well sounding tone
of his voice I could hardly believe that the end was so near. I had been
just out of hospital after a week of internment, and Dr. Orlando seemed more
concerned about my state of health. He repeated a last time that he had
preserved for me the only surviving copy of the first edition of his O
Signo da Ira, a copy he had gifted to his mother and had recovered from her
when she died. He regarded it as a precious relic and wanted me to keep it
in his memory. I wonder now if this wish of Dr. Orlando will ever be
realized. I have a feeling that it will be.
I conveyed my condolences to his sons at the Basilica da Estrela where the
body of Dr. Orlando lay for public homage. More important for me was to bid
farewell to Dr. Orlando who had been a close friend and advisor. May his
soul rest in peace, and may his example continue to inspire indo-portuguese
heritage. Saibá, or O Lord in our native Konkani language is an
expression that occurs most frequently in the writings of Dr. Orlando da
Costa. It transmits well a feudal bond that characterized the Goan society
during the colonial times. Through novels and drama, Dr. Orlando da Costa
was able to convey to the Portuguese society in Portugal what it meant for
the Goans to live under the Portuguese dictatorship. Both, his first novel
O Signo da Ira (The Angry Spell) and his play Without flowers or wreaths
(Sem flores nem coroas) will need to be better anylised the grasp their
sociological and political implications for his concern for the Goan society
Bostu of his play is perhaps a representative of all Goans who had to live
in Goa as *poske* (adopted) in their own land until the day of Liberation.
The father in the play is the one who is most worried about the end of the
Portuguese rule. He is told bluntly by his own wife that for his funeral
there would be no flowers and no wreaths! Those would be reserved for his
sister who preferred to bear a life of humiliations and died in her own
land! I doubt if any in Portugal have been able or will be able to reach
these conclusions. From my many personal interactions with Dr Orlando da
Costa, I have no doubts that he was able to couch in literary and dramatic
terms and suavely the historical truths which we as historians find it
difficult, if not impossible, to do. Even so, his first novel had to face
the wrath of the Portuguese censorship. As conveyed to me personally by Dr
Orlando, it was an influential Goan (whose name I shall not disclose) who
provoked the situation by asking the concerned authorities if they were
blind ("se eram cegos") to let such a novel be published on the eve of the
fall of Goa!
Orlando *Saiba,* help us to resist oppression as you tried to do: without
rejecting our historical and cultural heritage. Therein lies your greatness.
We can see his example being successfully practised by his two sons,
prominent public figures in Portugal today, Babush and Babulo (Antonio and
Ricardo respectively ) as he referred to them affectionately during our
conversations.
For a glimpse of the first novel of Dr Orlando da Costa please read:
http://histheory.tripod.com/chsix.pdf
Teotonio R. de Souza
[Goanet] IOB wins all India v'ball
IOB wins all India v'ball HERALD SPORTS REPORTER PANJIM, JAN 29 - Volleyball, despite popular perception, is still a hugely popular game in Goa. Though the popularity is not as much as the highs of late seventies and eighties, Saturday night's game at Loutolim would have made any enthusiast think otherwise. A huge crowd sampled the thrill of each and every point as Indian Overseas Bank scored a thrilling 25-23, 25-22, 17-25, 14-25, 15-11 over Oil and Natural Gas Company, Dehradun to emerge champions in the Chowgule All India volleyball tournament, organised by Socio Sports and Cultural Club, Loutolim. ONGC started as favourites after their preliminary group win over their Chennai rivals, but IOB turned the corner with an inspired performance. Indian Overseas Bank, riding on the brilliance of J Nadarsan and H Arun Khan took the first two sets, struggling initially and recovering almost immediately. However, in the third set, IOB made the cardinal mistake of dropping guard allowing ONGC to claw their way back into the game. Tough cookies that they are, ONGC seized the opportunity with both hands and made IOB look like total novices. Most of the damage was being done by the lanky Rahul, whose back-court smashes, and centre-block was a cut above the rest. The winners were richer by Rs 25,000 for their winning efforts while ONGC had to settle for Rs 15,000. The following individual prizes were awarded: Best disciplined team - Muthoot Group (Kerala), Best smasher - Arun Khan (IOB), Most promising player - Rahul (ONGC), Best setter - P Sundaram (IOB). Panchayat Minister Subhash Shirodkar was the chief guest. Also present was Loutolim MLA Aleixo Sequeira, SAG Executive Director V M Prabhudessai, Goa Volleyball Association president Irwin Soares, GVA secretary Louis Pires and Beach Volleyball Council of India chairman Martin Sudhaker.
[Goanet] Traffic sets off alarm bells in Panjim
Traffic sets off alarm bells in Panjim City plays host to 34,000 vehicles daily: census BY HERALD REPORTER PANJIM, JAN 29 - The first ever traffic census for Panjim conducted by the Traffic police recently indicates that the capital is reeling under tremendous vehicular pressure with 34,500 vehicles entering this city on an average everyday. This is an alarming figure for experts and officials, considering the fact that on an average 40,000 new vehicles are introduced on Goan roads annually. While divulging data from the census report, Superintendent of Police, Traffic, Atmaram Deshpande said, "the census indicates that Panjim is witnessing nearly a 40 per cent increase in vehicular entry\exit compared to half a decade ago". The department, he said, is trying to chalk out an effective vehicle regulatory plan and "we felt it was necessary to look into the volume of vehicular movement in and out of the city," he explained. Although changes were introduced recently in traffic movement to and in the city, it is opined that the old Patto bridge can play an important role and plans are in the offing to reverse the movement of traffic on the Patto bridges. It is proposed to introduce the old Patto bridge as an exit route and utilise the new Patto bridge as a permanent entry route to Panjim. The SP Traffic opined that although the new Patto bridge is introduced as an entry route, 90 per cent vehicular movement continues to opt for the old Patto bridge and the new one is under-utilised. The proposals are at an initial stage and a final decision is expected to emerge shortly. It is pointed out that the new Patto bridge which is wider will facilitate smoother movement of traffic into the city while the old Patto bridge will also help in decongesting the city especially during peak hours for exiting the city. According to the census report 30,000 vehicles exit Panjim on an average everyday. Data further reveals that nearly 12,900 exit between 7-11 am, 4,500 between 12 noon to 2 pm and 13,000 between 4-7 pm. On an average, this includes 60 per cent two-wheelers, 3.5 per cent three-wheelers, 29.28 per cent cars and jeeps, 6.16 per cent light goods carriers and passenger vehicles and 0.52 per cent heavy goods vehicles and passenger vehicles. As far as entry of vehicles to Panjim, approximately 30,000 enter between 7-11 am, 2,800 between 12 noon to 2.00 pm and 6,000 between 4-7 pm. This includes 60 per cent two-wheelers, 32.5 per cent cars and jeeps, 3 per cent three-wheelers, 4 per cent light goods and passenger vehicles and 5 per cent heavy goods and passenger vehicles. The highest entry\exit of vehicles was noted on Friday followed by Monday. An equally hectic day noted was Sunday. Mr Deshpande speaking to Herald said that the department has received a mixed response to the recent changes and following the census report, it would now like to work out a plan convenient for the residents and the visitors to Panjim.
[Goanet] MESS NANMED LAND SURVEY: DWELLING IN THE PAST.
Whilst it is indeed appropriate that the new "digitised"(of maps prepared manually) survey be referred to as a mess, it is not desirable to wallow in the past. Its time we moved on.Let me give an example: Whilst even a young student knows that the Arabian Sea lies to the West of India. (Goa included) I was shocked to receive a Survey Map of a Property by the Coast which indicated the Chapora River in the WEST. The "designed discrepancy" is not far to unravel. The CRZ Regulations prohibit constructions within the NO DEVELOPMENT ZONE(NDZ 200 metres from the High Tide Line, and 100 metres from the River Bank) It is hideously obvious that the Construction Lobby have been "doctoring" documents for their own neferious purpose. When I threatened to initiate legal action in the Criminal Court under the procedure prescribed under the IPC for Govt Officer producing/procurring false document, where the penalty is LIFE IMPRISONMENT, the concerned Officer begged of me to relent and "corrected" his mistake. The Bombay High Court has in recent Judgements accepted Maps obtained from Global Positioning Systems as acceptable evidence in proceedings where the Indian Evidence Act is applicable, and has even ordered DEMOLITIONS in Mumbai on the basis of these Maps. ITS TIME CITIZENS CUT OUT THE TOMFOOLERY AND INSISTED ON MAPS OBTAINED BY REMOTE SENSING. THE AUTHORISED AGENCIES ARE ISRO AND THE SARABHAI INSTITITE OF SPACE RESEARCH. LETS CUT THE CARPING CRAP AND HARNESS MODERN TECHNOLOGY IN THE QUEST FOR ACCURACY AND TRUTH. Regards, Gerry. __ Do You Yahoo!? Tired of spam? Yahoo! Mail has the best spam protection around http://mail.yahoo.com
[Goanet] Remove barriers dividing Konkani movement: meet
Remove barriers dividing Konkani movement: meet BY HERALD REPORTER MARGAO, JAN 29 - The two-day 7th Yuva Konkani Sahitya Sammelan got underway at Rosary College, Navelim on Saturday with leading lights of the Konkani literary field calling for the removal of all barriers dividing the Konkani movement. In his inaugural address, Gulab Editor Fausta D'Costa said the scripts have brought hurdles in the way of the Konkani literary field and underlined the need to find a solution to bring the two groups together. "There is scope for a solution through the process of dialogue", he said and expressed confidence that young Konkani authors can help solve the differences. Saying that the sammelan is the best forum to find a solution to the script problem, D'Costa said young authors should learn and read all scripts. "This way Konkani readers will increase while young authors will gain experience", he added. Chairman of Goa Konkani Akademi, Pundalik Nayak said though the Akademi is a Government body working for Devanagri script, the Roman script will not be given step motherly treatment and promised to give the same facilities to Roman script as enjoyed by Devnagiri script. Sammelan Chairman Prakash Vazrekar said young authors should touch subjects such as social imbalance and environment problems as part of their social obligations. In his address, the Rosary College manager Fr Jose Antonio Costa said the scripts has created a wall amongst the Konkani movement. Lamenting that the Government has not provided adequate financial encouragement for budding authors, Fr Costa said that lack of Government support has kept away many a young Konkani author. Earlier, Principal Fr Walter D'Sa welcomed, while Working President Balchandra Gaonkar also spoke.
Re: [Goanet] Emirates Airlines will soon start its new services to thesecond city/Airport of Kerala- Trivendrum
Thank you for the DOTTED LINE info! It ALMOST made our day! - Original Message - From: "JoeGoaUk" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: Sent: Monday, January 30, 2006 5:26 AM Subject: [Goanet] Emirates Airlines will soon start its new services to thesecond city/Airport of Kerala- Trivendrum Emirates, one of the world's fastest growing international airlines, will start services between Dubai and India's Thiruvananthapuram International Airport from 1st February 2006. On the same day, the airline will also boost services to two other major Indian cities - Cochin and Chennai. The added flights will also benefit the large population of expatriates from India's southern states living and working in the U.A.E. Emirates, from next month will operates 57 non-stop flights a week between Dubai and India - 19 to Mumbai, seven to Delhi, 8 to Chennai, 7 to Cochin, 8 to Thiruvanantpuram (Trivandreum) and 8 to Hyderabad. --- As from April 1, 2006, it will start its new service to GOA its seventh Indian destination (2 being in Kerala alone). 3 times a week increasing to 7 by the end of the year. For inaugural offers etc (including 40kg baggage allowance), please contact me. If Emirates operates 57 non-stops flights a week between Dubai & India, how many such flights do you think it operates from UK ? The Answer is 91 (yes, 91 per week) 35 from 'Amghe tinga' i.e. London Heathrow LHR 21 from London Gatwick LGW 14 from Manchester MAN 14 from Birmingham BHX 7 from Glasgow GLA joe's Remarks: Every thing (abv) is True except the one between the 2 dotted lines. [EMAIL PROTECTED] for Goa & NRI related info... http://in.groups.yahoo.com/group/GOAN-NRI/ for Goa & Goa Flights info.. http://uk.groups.yahoo.com/group/LetsGotoGoa For info on Konkani VCDs etc ___ To help you stay safe and secure online, we've developed the all new Yahoo! Security Centre. http://uk.security.yahoo.com
[Goanet] BRIEF CASE: Airport Woes
BRIEF CASE: Airport Woes The Times of India Manju Vaish Our flight from Mumbai to Goa had been delayed by four hours. The grandchildren had started getting crotchety. "We will soon be in the plane", I assured them, "and then a pretty lady will give you all the candies you want". Four, five, six hours passed. Not even an announcement to say what was wrong; not a single official anywhere who could give us any answers as to the cause of the delay. Another two hours elapsed. By then all the passengers had got to know each other. We were one large miserable family, united in collective rage and helplessness. "Why don't you write about this?" fumed my husband. "What's so newsworthy in writing on something everyone knows about?" I countered. Had the airline, notorious for its cavalier attitude, kept us in the know of things, it would have been more noteworthy. We had almost resigned ourselves to a night at the airport when there was an announcement that the flight would finally take off. A good 10 hours behind schedule. The reason given finally: an ostensible shortage of planes. Five days of sun-drenched beaches, shimmering, azure blue sea, water sports of all sorts had put on the back burner our nasty experience at the airport. We were to return by a budget airline, no frills but at least it would be punctual, we were told. And punctual it was, to the minute. But at the Delhi airport five flights had arrived within minutes of each other, all five shared the same baggage carousel. That's when all hell broke loose. Jostling, pushing, elbowing strangers I went to get a trolley. There were just not enough to go around. "There is a mob out here, I am terrified", I heard a foreign gentleman exclaim behind me. I nodded in mute acquie-scence, too embarrassed to utter a word. Back in my snug little home, with the roses blooming on the terrace, it is tempting to let bygones be bygones, to dwell only on the pleasanter memories of our holiday. But every drop in the ocean counts, and hopefully if some conscientious person in the saddle gets to read this, a spark just might make the difference.
Re: [Goanet] State of field hockey in Goa
I think its more like no organization to promote the game or a defunct organization or even better a sleeping organization? - Original Message - From: "Bernado Colaco" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>; "Goa's premiere mailing list, estb. 1994!" Sent: Sunday, January 29, 2006 9:28 AM Subject: Re: [Goanet] State of field hockey in Goa > Good talent in the late seventies and early eighties. > Many boys from Monte de Guirim were good players > although playing and practising under harsh conditions > in Peddem. Maybe there is no system now. > > BC > --- George Pinto <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > > > Goan football (soccer) seems to be thriving but what > > is the current state of field hockey in Goa? > > > > > > > > ___ > Yahoo! Messenger - NEW crystal clear PC to PC calling worldwide with voicemail http://uk.messenger.yahoo.com >
