[Goanet-News] Reopening, World Busk Day and Book Club
Hi everyone, Literati has reopened after our summer break. We start our events with the World Busk Day on June 16th. Please see details given below. Also for those interested in the Book Club we will be discussing Ravan Eddie. The date of the Book Club will be announced shortly. Warm Regards, Diviya -Original Message- From: Luis Dias [diasfl...@yahoo.com] Date: 06/05/2012 08:29 PM To: Luis Dias diasfl...@yahoo.com Subject: If it's June, it must be World Busk! Dear music lover, We at Child's Play (India) Foundation (www.childsplayindia.org) are proud to be associated with World Busk (http://www.worldbusk.org/) from its very beginning in 2009, and we have done so every year after that. Every June, musicians around the world busk (perform live music of all hues in public spaces) to raise money for the music charity Musequality and charities that they support in various countries around the world (India, Thailand, Uganda, South Africa, Ghana, Kenya). Join us at Literati Cafe and Bookshop, Calangute (poster attached) on 16 June, 5.30 pm onwards and join in the fun, either as audience or as participant. If you play a musical instrument /or sing and would like to be a part of World Busk, do get in touch by email or call 9011051950. Other forms of street performance like drama or juggling etc are also welcome. An update on Child's Play: Our kids are growing from strength to strength. We now have violin and recorder, and a few of our children studying recorder are ready to switch to transverse flute. Some of our string kids are getting introduced to viola and cello at the Kala Academy. We hope to have teachers from the Guildhall School of Music and Drama London come over for a long-term period to help us start up a brass section as well! Do spread the word! Looking forward to seeing you there on the 16th! RSVP here as well:https://www.facebook.com/events/293590864068754/ Best wishes, Luis _ Dr. Luis Francisco Dias Casa da Moeda Near Head Post Office Panaji, Goa - 403001 INDIA Tel: (+91) 9011051950 http://luisdias.wordpress.com http://www.childsplayindia.org
[Goanet-News] COMMENT: Two decisions on a manic Monday (Herald)
Two decisions on a manic Monday By choosing to unveil two crucial “decisions” on a single day — the day the SSC results were also declared — chief minister ManoharParrikar has demonstrated his penchant for strategy. Strategy is a politicians way out. As then leader of the opposition, Mr Parrikar was very much part of the BBSM that protested against the Congress decision to give grants to English medium schools. That he has had to implement the same decision in some measure, now that he is in a position of responsibility, is what gives the public its distaste for politics. It is another matter that the much awaited “decision” on the medium of instruction for primary schools, which was expected to be a policy of sorts, turned out to be a “non-decision”. The onus of a final “policy” is now before a committee of educationists. The Diocesan schools who switched to English last year, have a breather, but for how long, no one is quite sure. And that is the one question the CM did not answer clearly. Will the grants to these 127 schools continue beyond academic year 2012-13? That will be the “decision” the committee is left to take. Committees can swing either which way depending on their composition and a host of political and other factors. So the final call on the medium of instruction imbroglio has been deferred yet again. The uncertainty will continue for some more time, which cannot be a good thing. That same Monday, interestingly, Mr Parrikar also chose to have an internal order, not a gazette notification, but an internal order —- passed on his earlier decision to announce a freeze on RP 2021. The long and short of the order, is that the new BJP government which had expressed apprehensions about RP 2021, has in a round about manner effectively put the RP 2021 into use for the moment, until a new plan is in place. It effectively means people can construct, but within the restrictions of RP 2021 and RP 2001. The positive aspects of both plans will hold for the moment. This has naturally come as good news to the Goa Bachao Abhiyan who held that the RP 2021 —- without the later controversial amendments added on by the state level committee, of micro industrialzones, eco tourism zones and golf courses —- was a good plan. It does not really matter which government is in power, if a plan is good, it must be used. All amendments made that did not concur with the participatory process that the plan went through should be scrapped. It is not clear if this will happen under the new dispensation, and a lot of crucial factors that were put forward in the planning process have been left vague by the Parrikar government. What will be the fate of the MIZs and eco tourism zones that had been objected to? Section 16 and 16 A amendments to the Town and Country Planning Act, that carried exemptions for government and PPP projects continues to be in force, creating a gaping loophole. Governments may argue that it needs some leeway in planning processes to take forward development. But as the SEZ experiments have proved, citizens are justified in their need to constantly hold projects, even government fielded projects, to scrutiny. To do so, government must be transparent. Internal orders, that are vague, peppered with words like “etc” leave too much open to “negotiation” and throw a cloak of secrecy over government functioning. The current order makes it clear that it will apply only until “further orders” are passed. There is already a subtle closing up and clamping up of the systems of governance. Surely gazette notifications are a preferable means of communication. Internal orders that would translate into far reaching ground level changes must be accessible to the press and the people. A government that has proclaimed “zero-tolerance to corruption” is duty bound to ensure transparency in all its dealings. http://oheraldo.in/newscategory/Edit/15
[Goanet-News] Goa news for June 7, 2012
Goa News from Google News and Goanet.org Visit http://www.goanet.org/newslinks.php for the full stories. *** Parrikar backs regional languages in Goa schools - TwoCircles.net roposed policy on medium of instruction (MoI), Chief Minister Manohar Parrikar Wednesday said he would strongly back regional languages like Marathi and Konkani, as compared to English, in Goa's primary schools. http://news.google.com/news/url?sa=tfd=Rusg=AFQjCNFRIYEJJHCbLjO-4HiXBJiKTa8ATAurl=http://twocircles.net/2012jun06/parrikar_backs_regional_languages_goa_schools.html *** Goa SSC results: Pass percentage drops to 13% this year - Times of India oa-SSC-result-2012-Declared.htmlGoa SSC result 2012 Declared http://news.google.com/news/url?sa=tfd=Rusg=AFQjCNE06TDeaXTq4uWP1VPH7fKB3uNtkQurl=http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/home/education/board-exams/Goa-SSC-results-Pass-percentage-drops-to-13-this-year/articleshow/13830533.cms *** Dark clouds, thunder usher monsoon in Goa - Newstrack India est monsoon into Goa Wednesday. Goa Chief Meteorological Officer KV Singh said the monsoon had set in Goa and had advanced along the Konkan coast as far as the Harnai region of ... http://news.google.com/news/url?sa=tfd=Rusg=AFQjCNECL0cmmg74lYalUK3N5BuaQWNOtQurl=http://www.newstrackindia.com/newsdetails/2012/06/06/428--Dark-clouds-thunder-usher-monsoon-in-Goa-.html *** Gold Anomaly Limited (ASX:GOA) All Anomalous Gold and Copper Areas at Crater ... - MENAFN.COM nomaly-licence-application-could-treble-copper-and-gold-prospective-land-in-crater-mountain-29766.htmlGold Anomaly: Licence application could treble copper and gold prospective ... http://news.google.com/news/url?sa=tfd=Rusg=AFQjCNHU5RwLjyYsmLifDsTFZcXr-ybuAgurl=http://www.menafn.com/menafn/1093520420/-Gold-Anomaly-Limited-(ASXGOA)-All-Anomalous-Gold-and-Copper-Areas-at-Crater-To-Be-Secured-By-New-License-Application- *** NIA hunts for Goa blast suspects in South - The Hindu e HinduThe National Investigation Agency (NIA) has formed special teams to hunt for four suspects in the 2009 Goa blasts case. Following a specific input that the accused, including prime suspect Jayaprakash alias Jaianna alias JP, were hiding in Tamil Nadu, ...a class= http://news.google.com/news/url?sa=tfd=Rusg=AFQjCNGnQnor35g30RSHhOc8fbZOkOGNxAurl=http://www.thehindu.com/news/national/article3494389.ece *** Goa has 28 varieties of 'patentable' rice - Times of India dvocates-preserving-Goa-rsquo-s-traditional-rice-strains/60293.htmlStudy advocates preserving Goa's traditional rice strains http://news.google.com/news/url?sa=tfd=Rusg=AFQjCNFkc-YNC88COylmjhhpAxqPMCLGNwurl=http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/city/goa/Goa-has-28-varieties-of-patentable-rice/articleshow/13858497.cms *** Central nod to salary hike for Sarva Shiksha Abhiyan resource persons - Times of India rq8z4zjk2fg http://news.google.com/news/url?sa=tfd=Rusg=AFQjCNEBJ3MmSphKZMeItpGmXOgYzfg0Gwurl=http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/city/goa/Central-nod-to-salary-hike-for-Sarva-Shiksha-Abhiyan-resource-persons/articleshow/13878049.cms *** PWD apathy leaves Goans in a quandary - Times of India igging activity in the anticipation that all the subsequent road repair works in South Goa would be complete before the monsoon, South Goa residents are ...a class= http://news.google.com/news/url?sa=tfd=Rusg=AFQjCNFRhV1FMbD4o5eI6BOJk0S7PQjvLQurl=http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/city/goa/PWD-apathy-leaves-Goans-in-a-quandary/articleshow/13879047.cms *** Overcast conditions disappoint sky gazers keen to watch transit of Venus - Times of India 5YeVLCktMand more » http://news.google.com/news/url?sa=tfd=Rusg=AFQjCNF5iHi3LnSO1Sz0SPxSX9P0XCTwvQurl=http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/city/goa/Overcast-conditions-disappoint-sky-gazers-keen-to-watch-transit-of-Venus/articleshow/13864393.cms *** Goa moves apex court on Mhadei water dispute issue - Times of India mes of IndiaParrikar said, I am chief minister of Goa and not Karnataka, therefore I will do anything in the interest of the state. He added that he was not criticizing the Karnataka government. What they are doing is right because they are defending their ...a class= http://news.google.com/news/url?sa=tfd=Rusg=AFQjCNF5cWst3YBBUF2pZg_lyMD-Wx3Fawurl=http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/city/goa/Goa-moves-apex-court-on-Mhadei-water-dispute-issue/articleshow/13879197.cms Compiled by Goanet News Service http://www.goanet.org/newslinks.php
[Goanet] ALEXYZ Daily Cartoon (06Jun12)
A Wonder Full 'Environment Day' thanks to the Goa Govt. Hamlyn Trust, UK. Intact...Late Mario Miranda...Gerard da Cunha... others...for Resurrecting the 1493 Reis Magos Fort!! To enjoy the visual cartoon please visit: www.alexyztoons.com Site sponsored by www.goasudharop.org
[Goanet] Hind-Christian dialogue (was: Sanal Edamaruku trial)
In my message, I had said: QUOTE Marlon Meneses wrote: We catholics have our priorities right. We know that Protestants and other Christians have half a chance of attaining salvation. Cannot say the same about the non-christian heathens and migrants though! If Marlon was not saying the above in jest, then I would like ask him if he thinks that souls like that of Mahatma Gandhi are in hell. UNQUOTE Gabe Menezes says: QUOTE RESPONSE: Marlon never says anything in jest; what he writes is the Gospel truth! even though it may be deemed tongue in cheek...You have a small window of opportunity to move over - take it while you can! Souls like that of Mahatma Gandhi...is this proscribed in Hinduism? Forgive me I am not up to speed on this...kindly enlighten...What about reincarnation and what not? UNQUOTE In each religion, the belief of what happens to the soul is applicable to all. So, the Christian belief is that those who are Christians will achieve salvation, and those that do not will not achieve salvation. In the latter case, they would be in hell for eternity. In case of Hinduism, there is reincarnation for all, and eventually the soul would achieve salvation. And after some time, the soul comes back to earth, and its life cycle begins again. Hence, I would like to have Marlons opinion on what he has said. Best regards, U. G. Barad
[Goanet] Bye Bye River Princess
Bye Bye River Princess Any landmark, intentional or unintentional sooner or later becomes a point of direction; our ancient navigators used stars to navigate the deep sea and landmarks closer to the coast. Ornithology tells us that it is not just humans that depend on landmarks for navigation but even birds use objects to identify the surrounding or note directions. For the next few weeks a lot of birds will be at sea or even the fish and the snails too, with the disappearance of the mermaid called MV River Princess off the coast of Candolim, they will surely be confused as the 12 year long standing landmark finally vanishes for their familiar surrounding. It took the Goa government twelve unhealthy and ecologically damaging years to finally get rid of the massive aberration that lay half buried off the coast of, the once scenic beach of Candolim. Over the years, rudiments and the sediments of the decaying monster played havoc with our marine life as well as the coast itself with its deadly toxins and its equally potent byproducts harmful to our marine bio diversity and as well as the human skin. Even as the ashes of the River Princess are being scattered all along the coast of Candolim, one question still haunts Goans and all those who have been witnesses to the apathy of our past government towards our environment, why twelve long years for what took just a few months ? It surely baffles all logic and reason that our erstwhile luminaries allowed the degradation of our already fragile environment for twelve long years, but even then, though late, it's better than never. There is no doubt after playing havoc with our environment, the River Princess on it's last voyage to eternity has indeed played havoc with the tax payers money, as it has become public funded private undertaking. Most countries adhere to tough environment law and those flaunting these delicate laws are taken to task with very little leeway given to stature or the financial position of the offender but unfortunately in Goa it all depends on the stature and the financial power of the offender. In most countries the owner of the vessel would have been held financially responsible for the entire operation including the clearing and the cleaning, to reverse the quantum of damage that can be salvaged, over which a hefty fine for negligence would have been applied, it's just amazing how our irrational babus and our bureaucrats work in Goa, as the offender goes scot-free with the bulge in his pockets still intact while denting our public coffers. Any activity against the environment is a criminal activity as dangerous and as serious as murder because all life depends on our environment and without it we will perish and hence offenders against the environment should be dealt with severity, only then people trying to flaunt the environment laws, will have to think twice before playing with our environment. Our political and bureaucratic babus should make sure that issues and cases threatening our environment should dealt with swiftly, effectively and efficiently to avoid reoccurrence of an accident or incident like the MV River Princess. I am sure the residents of Condolim will now enjoy the joy of the sunset from their porticos instead of trying to strain their necks to look over the half buried monster. Bye bye River Princess, you had been a sore eye for twelve long years. Freddy Agnelo Fernandes # The content of this electronic communication is intended solely for the use of the individual or entity to whom it is addressed and any others who are specifically authorized to receive it. It may contain confidential or legally privileged information. If you are not the intended recipient you are hereby notified that any disclosure, copying, distribution or otherwise placing reliance on the contents of this information is prohibited and may be unlawful in certain legal jurisdictions. If you have received this communication in error please notify the sender immediately by responding to this email and then delete it from your system. #
Re: [Goanet] NEWS: Restored at 3.5 crore, Reis Magos fort opens
Yes, I've noticed that since 1962. From: Goanet News news.goa...@gmail.com To: Goa's premiere mailing list, estb. 1994! goanet@lists.goanet.org Sent: Wednesday, 6 June 2012 9:53 AM Subject: [Goanet] NEWS: Restored at 3.5 crore, Reis Magos fort opens The government is good at building, not maintaining, Parrikar acknowledged
[Goanet] Fwd: Song for the day
For All We Know Nat King Colehttp://www.youtube.com/artist/Nat_King_Cole?feature=watch_video_title http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rPf0DnmOw3Efeature=related g -- DEV BOREM KORUM Gabe Menezes.
[Goanet] Pictures of the Renovated Reis Magos Fort, Goa
*RENOVATED REIS MAGOS FORT, GOA:* *Built by Adil Shah as a smaller fort in 1497, the Reis Magos Fort was destroyed by the Portuguese in 1510. The Portuguese conquerors rebuilt it on a grander scale in 1543, particularly to ward off the Dutch invasion. Prominent Goan Architect, Gerard da Cunha, known for Natural Achitecture, was the force behind the restoration. The fort was converted into a jail in 1900 and several freedom fighters - three of whom were present on the occasion - were imprisoned in it. Gerard recalled the efforts of Goa's famed cartoonist, the late Mario Miranda, to restore the fort, supported by the UK-based Lady Hamlyn Trust. Restored at Rs.3.5 crore and rechristened Reis Magos Heritage Centre, the stupendous work is a pioneering endeavour in 'adaptive resuse' of the rich heritage structures in Goa. View three pictures at the following links:* *http://www.flickr.com/photos/52243088@N00/7158856555/in/photostream* *http://www.flickr.com/photos/52243088@N00/7158839873/in/photostream/* *http://www.flickr.com/photos/52243088@N00/7158839735/in/photostream/*http://www.flickr.com/photos/52243088@N00/7158839735/in/photostream/
[Goanet] Reis Magos fort
Yes under liberation we have built castles in the air. BC Parrikar, in his address, sought to remind the gathering that he had initiated an early effort to restore the fort in his first stint as chief minister. Parrikar said his late uncle was also jailed in the fort. We as a society should remember the past, said Parrikar, adding that if we don't, that society can't build defence for the future. Parrikar felt the fort would have to find a way to make itself commercially viable. The government is good at building, not maintaining, Parrikar acknowledged, adding that the restoration was privately funded.
[Goanet] The first slap to Catholics comes from Parrikar
Well, I had hoped against hope that it would be different this time. That somehow Parrikar would be reformed. That he would lead us greater glory. Such is the tenuous nature of hope that it clings desperately to any ray of sunlight that beams through the bleak landscape of despair. And despair has come to Goa, far sooner than we thought it would. http://oheraldo.in/News/Local%20News/Goa-to-host-meet-of-organisations-to-establish-Hindu-nation/60306.html Over 50 right wing organizations will be meeting in Goa in the second week of June, with the aim of working out a national plan for establishing a Hindu nation. Hindu Janajagruti Samiti (HJS) will be holding the five-day All India Convention of Hindu organization, beginning June 10 at Sanatan Saunstha’s ashram, Ramnathi, which will be attended by 175 leaders of various organizations. Shivprasad Joshi, a leader of Hindu Mahasabha, claimed that the convention could be held smoothly due to rule of BJP-led government in the state. “If it was government of some other party, they would have worked overtime to disrupt it,” he commented. If Parrikar is truly reformed, speak now or forever hold your peace. Stop this conference from taking place in Goa or at least tell us you don't support it. Like I said many times, leopards don't change their spots. Best, selma
[Goanet] Press Conference - 7 June 2012 - Hotel Mandovi
Dear Members of the Media, Press Conference with CII Chairman WR 2000hrs: (Thursday) 7 June 2012 : Senado Hall; Hotel Mandovi, Panaji - Goa Mr. Pradeep Bhargava, Chairman CII Western Region Director Cummins Generator Technologies India Ltd is visiting Goa to meet and interact with CII Members. The Chairman also intend to have a Press Conference and interact with Members of the Goan Media. A Press Conference followed by dinner has been scheduled at 2000 hrs on Thursday, 7 June 2012 at the Senado Hall of Hotel Mandovi. May I request you to kindly attend. Venue : Hotel Mandovi Date : 7 June 2012 (Thursday) Time: 2000 hrs - Press conference with Members of Media (Senado Hall) : 2030 hrs - Cocktails Dinner (Convention Hall) A line in reply confirming your attendance would be deeply appreciated. You may confirm your attendane by calling John Fernandes on 9822982979 or the numbers mentioned below. With warm regards N Venugopal Cmde. N Venugopal VSM IN (Retd) Advisor - Goa State Office Confederation of Indian Industry 502, Unitech City Center, M. G. Road, Panaji, Goa 403 001 Tel: 0832 - 2422790 / 2422796 / 9822123077 e-mail: ciig...@dataone.in ; Before printing, think about ENVIRONMENTAL responsibility. -- -- Disclaimer This message, including any files transmitted with it, is for the sole use of the intended recipient and may contain information that is confidential, legally privileged or exempt from disclosure under applicable law. If you are not the intended recipient, please note that any unauthorized use, review, storage, disclosure or distribution of this message and/or its contents in any form is strictly prohibited. If it appears that you are not the intended recipient or this message has been forwarded to you without appropriate authority, please immediately delete this message permanently from your records and notify the sender. CII makes no warranties as to the accuracy or completeness of the information in this message and accepts no liability for any damages, including without limitation, direct, indirect, incidental, consequential or punitive damages, arising out of or due to use of the information given in this message.
Re: [Goanet] The first slap to Catholics comes from Parrikar
If the Goa government is supporting this right-wing Hindu religious conference to revamp the secular constitution of India then it is a slap on all people of Goa, not just Catholics. No religion can be given special treatment in a secular democracy. Cheers, Santosh - Original Message - Carvalho elisabeth_...@yahoo.com Well, I had hoped against hope that it would be different this time. That somehow Parrikar would be reformed. That he would lead us greater glory. Such is the tenuous nature of hope that it clings desperately to any ray of sunlight that beams through the bleak landscape of despair. And despair has come to Goa, far sooner than we thought it would. http://oheraldo.in/News/Local%20News/Goa-to-host-meet-of-organisations-to-establish-Hindu-nation/60306.html ..
Re: [Goanet] The first slap to Catholics comes from Parrikar
HERALD - June 6, 2012 Goa to host meet of organisations to establish Hindu nation [Safe in Goa - Shivprasad Joshi, a leader of Hindu Mahasabha, claimed that the convention could be held smoothly due to rule of BJP-led government in the State] Comments: As I opened my computer to do my 'GSRP's routine 'comments on vital issues reported in Goa's Newspapers' stint on this very subject, here comes Selma Carvalho with the first thunderbolt that has hit UK rather than mainland GOA as was expected. Whatever happened to the SECULAR CONSTITUTION OF INDIA? Whatever happened to the black-listing of this 'viper' communal Organization in GOA when it has been black-listed in neighbouring Maharashtra??? Congress would have worked overtime to disrupt it??. Thanks to the friendly BJP government in GOA??? Whow!! Three Cheers to Manohar Parrikar's BJP in Goa. Three Cheers to HJS of Ramnathi- Ponda Goa. Three Cheers to the MGP's Davalikar brothers who are the undying supporters of HJS in Goa. THREE CHEERS TO SUSCEGAD GOEMKARS for this SLAP in your faces. Incidentally, I am accused by none else than the most vocal institution of Goa, the CSJP, [Council for Social Peace and Justice] which operates from the backyard of the venerable Goa's Bishop's Palace, for having HIJACKED the movement 'GOEMCHEA RAKHONDARANCHO AWAZ'. Yes ! I am proud of the 'hijack' if it is in deed a 'hijack'. Sensible Goans should pat me on my back for this unique masterpiece. It is precisely because of the blue-eyed boy of the CSJP and the BJP in the person of the up-coming ADVOCATE and Charismatic young man Mr. Yatish Naik who was delivering this vital GOA'S MOVEMENT (unfortunately to say 'with late Matanhy Saldanha's unstinted support) into the lap of HJS, Bab Ramdev, and the GOA MERGERITES, that this was stopped and stopped at the right moment. What should never be happening to Goa has started happening unto GOA, with the 'communal vipers of the rest on INDIA honourably descending on Goa just like the oncoming monsoons. The weather in Goa is absolutely and completely suitable with the BJP of Manohar Parrikar in the driving seat.is GOANS who should not be saying 'this' to me have been saying it to me. Quote FLORIAN, you hate Manohar Parrikar because he is intelligent, an IIT and because he is a capable ADMINISTRATOR No I have said to them. I have always hated Manohar Parrikar since the day he was atop the Babri Masjid Dome with a Crow-bar in hand. It would be SHAME for Goa and Goans for such a man to be elevated to the Chair of GOA's CEO Unquote TODAY, my unstinted stand has been VINDICATED. Selma Carvalho has said it from the UK. Thank you Selma. My salaam to you. If GOANs are real GOANS, things should change drastically in '2017' when I shall be leading the pack of '30 plus' [possibly all forty, God Willing] to snatch OUR BELOVED GOA from the hands of invaders, occupiers, looters and plunderers and finally the COMMUNAL VIPERS since 1961 with GSRP's flag held high. Cheers floriano goasuraj 9890470896 www.goasu-raj.org - Original Message - From: Carvalho elisabeth_...@yahoo.com To: goanet@lists.goanet.org Sent: Wednesday, June 06, 2012 2:10 PM Subject: [Goanet] The first slap to Catholics comes from Parrikar Well, I had hoped against hope that it would be different this time. That somehow Parrikar would be reformed. That he would lead us greater glory. Such is the tenuous nature of hope that it clings desperately to any ray of sunlight that beams through the bleak landscape of despair. And despair has come to Goa, far sooner than we thought it would. http://oheraldo.in/News/Local%20News/Goa-to-host-meet-of-organisations-to-establish-Hindu-nation/60306.html Over 50 right wing organizations will be meeting in Goa in the second week of June, with the aim of working out a national plan for establishing a Hindu nation. Hindu Janajagruti Samiti (HJS) will be holding the five-day All India Convention of Hindu organization, beginning June 10 at Sanatan Saunstha’s ashram, Ramnathi, which will be attended by 175 leaders of various organizations. Shivprasad Joshi, a leader of Hindu Mahasabha, claimed that the convention could be held smoothly due to rule of BJP-led government in the state. “If it was government of some other party, they would have worked overtime to disrupt it,” he commented. If Parrikar is truly reformed, speak now or forever hold your peace. Stop this conference from taking place in Goa or at least tell us you don't support it. Like I said many times, leopards don't change their spots. Best, selma
Re: [Goanet] The first slap to Catholics comes from Parrikar
To Goanet - Selma Carvalho wrote: Well, I had hoped against hope that it would be different this time. That somehow Parrikar would be reformed. That he would lead us greater glory. Such is the tenuous nature of hope that it clings desperately to any ray of sunlight that beams through the bleak landscape of despair. And despair has come to Goa, far sooner than we thought it would. http://oheraldo.in/News/Local%20News/Goa-to-host-meet-of-organisations-to-establish-Hindu-nation/60306.html Over 50 right wing organizations will be meeting in Goa in the second week of June, with the aim of working out a national plan for establishing a Hindu nation. Hindu Janajagruti Samiti (HJS) will be holding the five-day All India Convention of Hindu organization, beginning June 10 at Sanatan Saunstha’s ashram, Ramnathi, which will be attended by 175 leaders of various organizations. Shivprasad Joshi, a leader of Hindu Mahasabha, claimed that the convention could be held smoothly due to rule of BJP-led government in the state. “If it was government of some other party, they would have worked overtime to disrupt it,” he commented. If Parrikar is truly reformed, speak now or forever hold your peace. Stop this conference from taking place in Goa or at least tell us you don't support it. Manohar-bab should do no such thing. Even fringe groups (whether they be Christian, Muslim, Martian, Andromedian) have every right to hold their meetings as long as they abide by the law of the land. Others also have the right to a peaceful protest. That is how a free civilized society works. The govt is not sponsoring the event. Manohar should have no business getting distracted from his real business of tending to Goa's urgent issues every time some folk decide to stir out of their cave. Like I said many times, leopards don't change their spots. Gee, finally an honest assessment by Selma Carvalho of herself. Some people have been so constipated since March 3 that I am pleased that the intestinal logjam is finally unclogging. Warm regards, r
[Goanet] Letter sent to Chief Minister Manohar Parrikar
Based on the two GOAN CITIZENS ACTION open forums held on March 31 May 19 in the San Francisco Bay Area, this letter was sent to Chief Minister Manohar Parrikar, see http://goasudharop.org/images/GSlettertoCMManoharParrikarMay262012.pdf The next open forum is Saturday, August 4. All invited. No membership required. Goa Sudharop www.goasudharop.org
Re: [Goanet] Please don't tell Aires
On 6 June 2012 06:35, anil desai anild...@gmail.com wrote: Dear Goanetters, Goebels again: This was reported in TOI today. http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/Planning-Commission-splurges-Rs-35-lakh-to-upgrade-2-toilets/articleshow/13859666.cms Anil Desai RESPONSE: Yes it stinks to high glory; Aires agenda is Goa and Goans, don't you think so?. Whatever happens extravagantly in Delhi, does not mean we should overlook misdemeanours in Goa? Correcto Mundo! -- DEV BOREM KORUM Gabe Menezes.
[Goanet] GBA welcomes protection of ecozones and low FAR from RP2021
4th June 2012 Press Releasee GBA welcomes the decision of the government to protect the eco sensitive zones marked in RP2021 as well as the lower FAR and VP1 and VP 2 status and views the order on this, as a move in the right direction. The government has issued an order superceeding the order of 20 March 2012 which had put all permissions under RP 2021 on hold. The order that was issued today by the TCP, while keeping the RP 2021 on hold will not permit land use contrary to RP2021 while using RP 2001 only as reference plan. The order effectively means that land use permitted is limited to what is common to both RP 2001 and RP 2021. Any settlement shown in RP2021 which was not in RP2001,its status needs to be clarified The clause on protection of ecosensitive zones means that, no development on eco sensitive zones will be allowed even if it is marked settlement in RP 2001. However, the order needs clarity on certain issues. GBA demands that no development should be permitted in areas marked as natural cover as the report of the two committees appointed for identification of forests have not been incorporated so far,. In RP 2021 natural cover is considered on par with orchard for the purpose of development. The order,while stating that RP2001 will be used as reference plan and some aspects of RP2021like FAR, Vp status etc will be protected. The GBA states that the etcetra should be spelt out as many controversial aspects like eco tourism ,MIZ ,marinas, golf courses without the consent of people were included in RP2021. The order also states that the approvals given prior to 9th April 2012 shall be allowed to be executed. GBA demands that if there has been an objection to these projects by the people they should be considered before giving blanket approval for execution. GBA reiterates that the process for hearing objections from the stake holders to rectify the plan should be spelt out clearly. The guidelines for accepting or rejecting suggestions should be clearly spelt out and made public.The timeline for completion of the plan should be notified. The mandate for participatory planning should be included in the Goa TCP Act. before any new plan is made Sabina martins Convenor GBA -- Visit www.savegoa.com -- Tel: +91-9767701245 Visit www.savegoa.com
[Goanet] Kuwait-Goa Tiatristanchi Sonvstha (KGTS) announces its Mega Konkani Tiatr
www.goa-world. com :::Sticks and stones may break my bones but words will never hurt me::: GULF-GOANS e-NEWSLETTER (since 1994) http://www.yahoogroups.com/group/gulf-goans/ www.colaco.net http://www.live365.com/index.live Kuwait-Goa Tiatristanchi Sonvstha (KGTS) announces its Mega Konkani Tiatr It’s now confirmed and Kuwait-Goa Tiatristanchi Sonvstha (KGTS), celebrating its 10thAnniversary, are all set to present a Konkani Drama (Tiatr) titled “Tiatristanchi Moladikh Kala” on Friday, 27thJuly 2012 at the Indian Community School Auditorium (Seniors -Building 1) in Salmiya, Kuwait at 4:00 p.m. Having successfully staged 5 (five) block-buster musical shows in Kuwait – “Tiatr ani Tiatrist”in 2004, “Konknni Machiek Noman” in 2005, “Ostad Tiatrist” in 2006, “Konknni Machiechi Ithias” in 2007, “Tiatristponn Devachem Dennem” in 2009 and the entire proceeds generously distributed amongst 24 (Twenty-four) Senior-most Konkani Stage Artists in Goa and Mumbai, KGTS this year will bring in the entertainment Konkani drama lovers wished for. For more details, email kgts...@hotmail.com or contact Tel: 66195019 / 99106617 / 69966507 / 97543113 / 90022487 / 99391452 / 66153265. Mui zaxi, sakor khaxi, vagh zaxi lakudd khaxi. http://www.tskk.org/index.php
[Goanet] FRIDAY BALCAO to focus on the need to promote a Green Economy for Goa.
-- Welcome to the FRIDAY BALCAO the fortnightly discussion event since 1999 --- Dear Cybergaonkars on Goanet, We continue with FRIDAY BALCAO on 8th June from 4pm. to 6pm. at Goa Desc Resource Centre No.11, Liberty Apartments, Feira Alta, Mapusa. TOPIC:Need to promote a Green Economy for Goa. http://www.unep.org/wed/greeneconomy/ http://www.unep.org/wed/theme/ SPEAKER: Open Discussion We invite you to express your viewpoint by attending the FRIDAY BALCAO. If you cannot attend, then please send your views and action plan suggestions by email to goad...@gmail.com best wishes, Roland Martins --- Don't miss out on the discussion. Information is power, Share it equitably. Lets make things happen in Goa !! --- GOA DESC RESOURCE CENTRE 11 Liberty Apts., Feira Alta, Mapusa, Goa 403 507 mail to: goad...@gmail.com
[Goanet] The power of the media
U G Barad wrote: Recently, I mentioned to a business friend of mine that NDTV and IBN have accumulated losses of Rs 300 crores each. As a businessman, he asked how these losses are financed. I told him that the balance sheets published by* *** them do not give a clear indication. The Outlook magazine has accumulated losses of Rs 100 crores, which is financed by unsecured loan from the promoters, namely the Rahejas of Mumbai. Tehelka magazine has accumulated losses of Rs 50 crores. It is being financed by increase in equity, at very high premiums. The source of the funds is not clear. ** ** Response: ** ** 1.Could you kindly share with us the source of this information? 2.Could you kindly inform us the financial status and source of funding of Tarun Bharat, Daily Pioneer, Organiser, Panchajanya, Kamal Sandesh, India TV ** ** Regards, ** ** Marshall ** **
[Goanet] yogic farming
Thank you for your comments Dr.Helekar. I understand your concerns...Could you simply ask the Brahma Kumari group in Goa for the rationale behind their proposal? My concerns are that some truths cannot be proven by the now available research methodologies. This of course does not mean that every proposal should be accepted based on faith. Some forms of yoga do have to do with concentrated thought .and hence my reference to meditation and thought processes, and the research on these. My reference to the Brahma Kumaris Hospital in Mount Abu was in context of the remark made about the Brahma Kumaris being a cult. Some of the research on consciousness is published in 'Noetic Sciences', a publication started by an US astronaut. Do let me know if you are interested in Spirituality and Health Carewould love to compare notes with a colleague. Celina Pereira
Re: [Goanet] yogic farming
Dear Dr. Pereira, I appreciate the fact that you understand my concerns, and that you have offered clarifications on your thoughts on this issue. My concerns have to do only with claims regarding scientific truths or truths about the natural world. I am not particularly concerned about what someone chooses to believe as part of his or her personal faith, unless, of course, if that belief is harmful to others. Nobody has ever demonstrated that scientific truths/truths about the natural world can be uncovered by any other method than the well-established method of science. I am aware of, and am deeply involved, as we speak, in research on consciousness. All of this research, conducted by scores of highly competent scientists, is published in standard scientific journals with strict peer review requirements - journals such as Consciousness and Cognition, Brain and Behavioral Sciences, Journal of Consciousness Studies, etc. There are hundreds of studies on yoga, meditation and spiritual activities published in these journals. Some of these studies show that they are perfectly good methods of physical exercise and mental relaxation having beneficial effects on the general physical and mental health of individuals. But not a single one of these properly conducted and replicated studies shows that there is anything extraordinary, inexplicable or supernatural going on when someone is engaged in these activities. Now as to whether Brahma Kumari Raja Yoga is a religious cult or not, I will leave that judgment up to you and others after reading what ex-members and ex-teachers of that organization have written in the following forum that they have created to inform the public about its beliefs and practices: http://www.brahmakumaris.info/ Cheers, Santosh From: Celina Pereira c...@uri.edu To: Santosh Helekar chimbel...@yahoo.com; submit article to goanet goanet@lists.goanet.org Sent: Wednesday, June 6, 2012 8:50 AM Subject: yogic farming Thank you for your comments Dr.Helekar. I understand your concerns...Could you simply ask the Brahma Kumari group in Goa for the rationale behind their proposal? My concerns are that some truths cannot be proven by the now available research methodologies. This of course does not mean that every proposal should be accepted based on faith. Some forms of yoga do have to do with concentrated thought .and hence my reference to meditation and thought processes, and the research on these. My reference to the Brahma Kumaris Hospital in Mount Abu was in context of the remark made about the Brahma Kumaris being a cult. Some of the research on consciousness is published in 'Noetic Sciences', a publication started by an US astronaut. Do let me know if you are interested in Spirituality and Health Carewould love to compare notes with a colleague. Celina Pereira
Re: [Goanet] Please don't tell Aires
Dear Mr. Gabe Menezes Please give credit to Anil Desai 1: He (probably) referred to himself as Herr Goebells 2: True to the Goebellian tradition, he attempted to divert the 'attencao' 3: He might just be suggesting that TWO wrongs make a Right. jc On 6 June 2012 06:35, anil desai anild...@gmail.com wrote: Dear Goanetters, Goebels again: This was reported in TOI today. http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/Planning-Commission-splurges-Rs-35-lakh-to-upgrade-2-toilets/articleshow/13859666.cms Anil Desai GABE MENEZES responded: Yes it stinks to high glory; Aires agenda is Goa and Goans, don't you think so?. Whatever happens extravagantly in Delhi, does not mean we should overlook misdemeanours in Goa? Correcto Mundo! -
Re: [Goanet] The power of the media
While I normally disagree with both the parties who are involved in this debate, I have the following points to make: 1: Marshall Mendonza has raised valid queries 2: I am almost certain that UG Barad will provide the requisite answers. 3: I am also nearly almost certain that UG Barad will NOT abuse me (or SoniaG) in his response. jc On Jun 6, 2012, at 10:25 AM, Marshall Mendonza mmendonz...@gmail.com wrote: U G Barad wrote: Recently, I mentioned to a business friend of mine that NDTV and IBN have accumulated losses of Rs 300 crores each. As a businessman, he asked how these losses are financed. I told him that the balance sheets published by* *** them do not give a clear indication. The Outlook magazine has accumulated losses of Rs 100 crores, which is financed by unsecured loan from the promoters, namely the Rahejas of Mumbai. Tehelka magazine has accumulated losses of Rs 50 crores. It is being financed by increase in equity, at very high premiums. The source of the funds is not clear. ** ** Response: ** ** 1.Could you kindly share with us the source of this information? 2.Could you kindly inform us the financial status and source of funding of Tarun Bharat, Daily Pioneer, Organiser, Panchajanya, Kamal Sandesh, India TV ** ** Regards, ** ** Marshall ** **
Re: [Goanet] Hind-Christian dialogue (was: Sanal Edamaruku trial)
But really, those interested in salvation at least of the Christian kind -- will LIVE a certain way. They will live a Christ-centered life, or do their best to do so. Basically no point in even talking about salvation. In an odd roundabout way many Hindus are expecting more from the Christian -- to live that Christ-like life, and they will remind you if you show lack. Most of us are lacing.. So all the turning the other cheek, and jowl stuff comes into play here. I feel that we Indians tend to get too attached to talking about Christian salvation. Seriously are people so out of it? It cannot be that people have taken to fear? As someone who sees myself as a Hindu Christian, I find it pathetic. Time will tell, or the perhaps the sword edge. Lets see what will it be. As far as I know, salvation is available to all, and it may be ignored and happily ridiculed, in which case it basically suggests an unmasking of ones being -- no matter what ones half-baked Christian neighbor, or even the zealous Christian neighbor may say. It is pointless that these angsts intermittently get interjected by the omni-potentates on Goanet, while questions that could bring people together, a hi here, a whatup there, a nod to someone's poetry, etc., (if that is the intent, and in the interest of knowledge) are ignored. Lord there is so much to do: read the Katha Upanishad, the Gospels, Junia (a Forgotten Apostle, and a woman), the Hadiths, disciplina arcani -- whatever and get a grip. Does anyone truly expect to get answers here?! But what do I know! People, give some respect to your minds and those of others. venantius j pinto
[Goanet] Goa news for June 7, 2012
Goa News from Google News and Goanet.org Visit http://www.goanet.org/newslinks.php for the full stories. *** Parrikar backs regional languages in Goa schools - TwoCircles.net roposed policy on medium of instruction (MoI), Chief Minister Manohar Parrikar Wednesday said he would strongly back regional languages like Marathi and Konkani, as compared to English, in Goa's primary schools. http://news.google.com/news/url?sa=tfd=Rusg=AFQjCNFRIYEJJHCbLjO-4HiXBJiKTa8ATAurl=http://twocircles.net/2012jun06/parrikar_backs_regional_languages_goa_schools.html *** Goa SSC results: Pass percentage drops to 13% this year - Times of India oa-SSC-result-2012-Declared.htmlGoa SSC result 2012 Declared http://news.google.com/news/url?sa=tfd=Rusg=AFQjCNE06TDeaXTq4uWP1VPH7fKB3uNtkQurl=http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/home/education/board-exams/Goa-SSC-results-Pass-percentage-drops-to-13-this-year/articleshow/13830533.cms *** Dark clouds, thunder usher monsoon in Goa - Newstrack India est monsoon into Goa Wednesday. Goa Chief Meteorological Officer KV Singh said the monsoon had set in Goa and had advanced along the Konkan coast as far as the Harnai region of ... http://news.google.com/news/url?sa=tfd=Rusg=AFQjCNECL0cmmg74lYalUK3N5BuaQWNOtQurl=http://www.newstrackindia.com/newsdetails/2012/06/06/428--Dark-clouds-thunder-usher-monsoon-in-Goa-.html *** Gold Anomaly Limited (ASX:GOA) All Anomalous Gold and Copper Areas at Crater ... - MENAFN.COM nomaly-licence-application-could-treble-copper-and-gold-prospective-land-in-crater-mountain-29766.htmlGold Anomaly: Licence application could treble copper and gold prospective ... http://news.google.com/news/url?sa=tfd=Rusg=AFQjCNHU5RwLjyYsmLifDsTFZcXr-ybuAgurl=http://www.menafn.com/menafn/1093520420/-Gold-Anomaly-Limited-(ASXGOA)-All-Anomalous-Gold-and-Copper-Areas-at-Crater-To-Be-Secured-By-New-License-Application- *** NIA hunts for Goa blast suspects in South - The Hindu e HinduThe National Investigation Agency (NIA) has formed special teams to hunt for four suspects in the 2009 Goa blasts case. Following a specific input that the accused, including prime suspect Jayaprakash alias Jaianna alias JP, were hiding in Tamil Nadu, ...a class= http://news.google.com/news/url?sa=tfd=Rusg=AFQjCNGnQnor35g30RSHhOc8fbZOkOGNxAurl=http://www.thehindu.com/news/national/article3494389.ece *** Goa has 28 varieties of 'patentable' rice - Times of India dvocates-preserving-Goa-rsquo-s-traditional-rice-strains/60293.htmlStudy advocates preserving Goa's traditional rice strains http://news.google.com/news/url?sa=tfd=Rusg=AFQjCNFkc-YNC88COylmjhhpAxqPMCLGNwurl=http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/city/goa/Goa-has-28-varieties-of-patentable-rice/articleshow/13858497.cms *** Central nod to salary hike for Sarva Shiksha Abhiyan resource persons - Times of India rq8z4zjk2fg http://news.google.com/news/url?sa=tfd=Rusg=AFQjCNEBJ3MmSphKZMeItpGmXOgYzfg0Gwurl=http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/city/goa/Central-nod-to-salary-hike-for-Sarva-Shiksha-Abhiyan-resource-persons/articleshow/13878049.cms *** PWD apathy leaves Goans in a quandary - Times of India igging activity in the anticipation that all the subsequent road repair works in South Goa would be complete before the monsoon, South Goa residents are ...a class= http://news.google.com/news/url?sa=tfd=Rusg=AFQjCNFRhV1FMbD4o5eI6BOJk0S7PQjvLQurl=http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/city/goa/PWD-apathy-leaves-Goans-in-a-quandary/articleshow/13879047.cms *** Overcast conditions disappoint sky gazers keen to watch transit of Venus - Times of India 5YeVLCktMand more » http://news.google.com/news/url?sa=tfd=Rusg=AFQjCNF5iHi3LnSO1Sz0SPxSX9P0XCTwvQurl=http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/city/goa/Overcast-conditions-disappoint-sky-gazers-keen-to-watch-transit-of-Venus/articleshow/13864393.cms *** Goa moves apex court on Mhadei water dispute issue - Times of India mes of IndiaParrikar said, I am chief minister of Goa and not Karnataka, therefore I will do anything in the interest of the state. He added that he was not criticizing the Karnataka government. What they are doing is right because they are defending their ...a class= http://news.google.com/news/url?sa=tfd=Rusg=AFQjCNF5cWst3YBBUF2pZg_lyMD-Wx3Fawurl=http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/city/goa/Goa-moves-apex-court-on-Mhadei-water-dispute-issue/articleshow/13879197.cms Compiled by Goanet News Service http://www.goanet.org/newslinks.php
[Goanet] ALEXYZ Daily Cartoon (07Jun12)
If the Loot of Sand from our Beaches Rivers is not stopped They will soon be as Bare as the. Hippies To enjoy the visual cartoon please visit: www.alexyztoons.com Site sponsored by www.goasudharop.org
[Goanet] COMMENT: Two decisions on a manic Monday (Herald)
Two decisions on a manic Monday By choosing to unveil two crucial “decisions” on a single day — the day the SSC results were also declared — chief minister ManoharParrikar has demonstrated his penchant for strategy. Strategy is a politicians way out. As then leader of the opposition, Mr Parrikar was very much part of the BBSM that protested against the Congress decision to give grants to English medium schools. That he has had to implement the same decision in some measure, now that he is in a position of responsibility, is what gives the public its distaste for politics. It is another matter that the much awaited “decision” on the medium of instruction for primary schools, which was expected to be a policy of sorts, turned out to be a “non-decision”. The onus of a final “policy” is now before a committee of educationists. The Diocesan schools who switched to English last year, have a breather, but for how long, no one is quite sure. And that is the one question the CM did not answer clearly. Will the grants to these 127 schools continue beyond academic year 2012-13? That will be the “decision” the committee is left to take. Committees can swing either which way depending on their composition and a host of political and other factors. So the final call on the medium of instruction imbroglio has been deferred yet again. The uncertainty will continue for some more time, which cannot be a good thing. That same Monday, interestingly, Mr Parrikar also chose to have an internal order, not a gazette notification, but an internal order —- passed on his earlier decision to announce a freeze on RP 2021. The long and short of the order, is that the new BJP government which had expressed apprehensions about RP 2021, has in a round about manner effectively put the RP 2021 into use for the moment, until a new plan is in place. It effectively means people can construct, but within the restrictions of RP 2021 and RP 2001. The positive aspects of both plans will hold for the moment. This has naturally come as good news to the Goa Bachao Abhiyan who held that the RP 2021 —- without the later controversial amendments added on by the state level committee, of micro industrialzones, eco tourism zones and golf courses —- was a good plan. It does not really matter which government is in power, if a plan is good, it must be used. All amendments made that did not concur with the participatory process that the plan went through should be scrapped. It is not clear if this will happen under the new dispensation, and a lot of crucial factors that were put forward in the planning process have been left vague by the Parrikar government. What will be the fate of the MIZs and eco tourism zones that had been objected to? Section 16 and 16 A amendments to the Town and Country Planning Act, that carried exemptions for government and PPP projects continues to be in force, creating a gaping loophole. Governments may argue that it needs some leeway in planning processes to take forward development. But as the SEZ experiments have proved, citizens are justified in their need to constantly hold projects, even government fielded projects, to scrutiny. To do so, government must be transparent. Internal orders, that are vague, peppered with words like “etc” leave too much open to “negotiation” and throw a cloak of secrecy over government functioning. The current order makes it clear that it will apply only until “further orders” are passed. There is already a subtle closing up and clamping up of the systems of governance. Surely gazette notifications are a preferable means of communication. Internal orders that would translate into far reaching ground level changes must be accessible to the press and the people. A government that has proclaimed “zero-tolerance to corruption” is duty bound to ensure transparency in all its dealings. http://oheraldo.in/newscategory/Edit/15
[Goanet] World Busk on 11 16 June 2012
Child's Play (India) Foundation (http://childsplayindia.org/) is pleased to organise the Goa segment of World Busk (http://www.worldbusk.org/), on June 11, 2012 @ 5.30 pm at Gallery Gitanjali Fontainhas Panjim, and on June 16, 2012 @ 5.30 pm at Literati Bookshop and Cafe, Calangute. Join in the fun as all over the world, musicians busk (perform in public spaces) to entertain people and raise money for music projects in disadvantaged communities. The public is invited to participate, either as a performer or audience. All kinds of music are welcome! For more details, please email diasfl...@yahoo.com or call 9011051950 Goanet A-C-E! Arts ~ Culture ~ Entertainment
[Goanet] Is Goa going all Saffron clad or Iron Ore Red mud in the dumps scared ?
[Goanet] Konkan Railway - Safety work update
Konkan Railway Corporation Limited (A Government of India Undertaking) www.konkanrailway.com 04th June, 2012 PRESS RELEASE – I / 06 / 2012 KONKAN RAILWAY CARRIES OUT VARIOUS GEO-SAFETY WORKS TO ENSURE SAFETY SECURITY OF PASSENGERS AS WELL AS PUNCTUALITY OF TRAINS DURING THE MONSOON SEASON Konkan Railway is always committed to the cause of Safety and Security of its Esteemed Passengers. In order to ensure safety measures before the onset of monsoon, as also to stabilize the cuttings and make the track safe to travel, KRCL has carried out various Geo-safety Works on its route as a pre-cautionary measure prior to on-set of monsoon this year. The intensity of rainfall is very high on KR region. The annual average rainfall is 3500 – 4500mm with intensity of rainfall frequently exceeding 80mm per hour. The lateritic rocks, with the lethomargic clay combinations is having constant geological change, and the experience has been that the deep cutting slopes become unstable under the heavy intense rainfall conditions. Since then efforts are being made to regularly inspect the vulnerable spots and stabilize them by various Geo-Safety works. Multi disciplinary Expert Committees had been appointed to address the issue. Based on the recommendations of the expert committees / teams, essential works have been identified and completed since the commissioning of Railway line. KRCL has continuously been executing the following Geo-tech safety works to stabilize the cuttings. The main Geo-tech safety works already done are: - Easing of slopes by providing berms and flattening of deep cuttings slopes. - Providing steel boulder netting as isolated boulder fall prevention measures in cuttings. - Shotcreting and rock bolting of tunnels. - Providing RCC retaining wall and Gabion wall. - Providing micro piling soil nailing. - Providing side drains and catch water drain lining.etc. The incidences of boulder fall/ soil slips have been reduced considerably after completing flattening of deep cutting slopes, rock bolting / shotcreting of tunnels, construction of lined catch water drains etc. As of now 74 nos. of cuttings have been completed. The total expenditure for the period from 1999 to April 2012 incurred towards the various Geo-Tech safety works on Konkan Railway is approximately 267.00 Crores. GROUND SETTLEMENT AT NIVSAR STATION YARD: KRCL has successfully tackled the problem of Ground settlement at Nivsar Station Yard which was a bottle neck in smooth running of traffic. KRCL had tackled the problem by providing a diversion line at Nivsar Station yard before monsoon 2011. Therefore, there was no unusual occurrence of ground settlement during the last year and the traffic has been running uninterrupted since then. POMENDI CUTTING: Pomendi cutting is one of the vulnerable cutting in Ratnagiri region. The depth of the cutting is more than 45 meters. KRCL approached Technical Expert Committees to help resolve the difficulties faced at Pomendi cutting. Accordingly as per the recommendations of the Expert Committees various Geo tech safety works were carried out which included widening of the deep cutting slopes by providing berms, concrete lined Catch water drains, Berm water drains, cross drains etc. for making the slopes stable. Approximately 3 lacs cum of Earthwork was executed and approximately 1200 cum of concrete lining is in progress. Landslides had occurred during monsoon 2011 on 17th June, 17th July and 30th August’ 2011. The traffic was interrupted for 2 days, 4 days and 1 day respectively during the above mentioned period. KRCL worked round the clock on war footing basis to handle the crisis and left no stone unturned in struggling to restore the traffic in the least time frame. This year all the requisite monsoon precautionary works have been executed to avoid any unusuals/ landslides at Pomendi Cutting. Other than the above, following additional safety precautions have been taken: - Patrolling of unlined portion of tunnels round the clock and throughout the year is being done. - Monsoon patrolling (block section to block section) is done during monsoons. - Watchmen are posted at vulnerable locations i.e in cuttings, bridges and embankments. - Adequate stock of reserve material has been made available for tackling monsoon emergencies. - One excavator mounted on BFR has been kept at Ratnagiri and Verna to attend to any cases of soil slippage/ boulder fall if any during monsoon for immediate restoration of traffic. - Necessary liaisoning is also maintained with the concerned State Govt. Authorities so that release of excess water from reservoirs / dams/ bunds do not affect the Railway Traffic. - Konkan Railway implements a monsoon time table on its route to ensure smooth train operations during rainy season. Konkan Railway has spent about 3 Cr for the precautionary pre-monsoon safety measures during the current year. It can thus be seen
Re: [Goanet] Hind-Christian dialogue (was: Sanal Edamaruku trial)
But really, those interested in salvation at least of the Christian kind -- will LIVE a certain way. They will live a Christ-centered life, or do their best to do so. Basically no point in even talking about salvation. In an odd roundabout way many Hindus are expecting more from the Christian -- to live that Christ-like life, and they will remind you if you show lack. Most of us are lacking.. So all the turning the other cheek, and jowl stuff comes into play here. I feel that we Indians tend to get too attached to talking about Christian salvation. Seriously are people so out of it? It cannot be that people have taken to fear? As someone who sees myself as a Hindu Christian, I find it pathetic. Time will tell, or the perhaps the sword edge. Lets see what will it be. As far as I know, salvation is available to all, and it may be ignored and happily ridiculed, in which case it basically suggests an unmasking of ones being -- no matter what ones half-baked Christian neighbor, or even the zealous Christian neighbor may say. It is pointless that these angsts intermittently get interjected by the omni-potentates on Goanet, while questions that could bring people together, a hi here, a whatup there, a nod to someones poetry, etc., (if that is the intent, and in the interest of knowledge) are ignored. Lord there is so much to do: read the Katha Upanishad, the Gospels, Junia (a Forgotten Apostle, and a woman), the Hadiths, disciplina arcani -- whatever and get a grip. Does anyone truly expect to get answers here?! But what do I know! People, give some respect to your minds and those of others. venantius j pinto
[Goanet] Remember these small Crawling velvety creatures?
Remember this Crawling velvety creatures – Rain Related Usually seen after first day of Rain I think we called them ‘Pausa Gorvam’ or ‘Devaghe Gorvam’ http://www.flickr.com/photos/joegoauk52/7161774733/in/photostream/ http://www.flickr.com/photos/joegoauk52/7161775903/in/photostream/ http://www.flickr.com/photos/joegoauk52/7161775401/in/photostream/ http://www.flickr.com/photos/joegoauk52/7346985222/in/photostream/ joego...@yahoo.co.uk for Goa NRI related info... http://in.groups.yahoo.com/group/GOAN-NRI/ For Goan Video Clips http://youtube.com/joeukgoa In Goa, Dial 1 0 8 For Hospital, Police, Fire etc
Re: [Goanet] Hind-Christian dialogue (was: Sanal Edamaruku trial)
Thoroughly agree with your statements. Indeed, no point in talking about salvation without taking the time and effort to look after the fellow travellers in this world of ours, and practicing restraint. From: Venantius J Pinto venantius.pi...@gmail.com To: goanet@lists.goanet.org Sent: Thursday, 7 June 2012 9:37 AM Subject: Re: [Goanet] Hind-Christian dialogue (was: Sanal Edamaruku trial) But really, those interested in salvation at least of the Christian kind -- will LIVE a certain way. They will live a Christ-centered life, or do their best to do so. Basically no point in even talking about salvation. In an odd roundabout way many Hindus are expecting more from the Christian -- to live that Christ-like life, and they will remind you if you show lack. Most of us are lacking.. So all the turning the other cheek, and jowl stuff comes into play here.
[Goanet] Talking Photos: Goa Rains - Day 3
6th June 2012 Near Curca / Batim http://www.flickr.com/photos/joegoauk52/7161772291/in/photostream http://www.flickr.com/photos/joegoauk52/7346981566/in/photostream/ http://www.flickr.com/photos/joegoauk52/7346982174/in/photostream/ http://www.flickr.com/photos/joegoauk52/7161845573/in/photostream Over Zuari river / bridge with plane http://www.flickr.com/photos/joegoauk52/7161773763/in/photostream/ http://www.flickr.com/photos/joegoauk52/7346982818/in/photostream/ http://www.flickr.com/photos/joegoauk52/7161776737/in/photostream/ over Mandovi bridges http://www.flickr.com/photos/joegoauk52/7161777023/in/photostream/ Opp Old Secretariat http://www.flickr.com/photos/joegoauk52/7346986056/in/photostream/ Panjim Market, Sunset, Rain Clouds water logging etc http://www.flickr.com/photos/joegoauk52/7346986796/in/photostream/ http://www.flickr.com/photos/joegoauk52/7346988432/in/photostream/ http://www.flickr.com/photos/dirtypanjim6/7347005624/in/photostream http://www.flickr.com/photos/dirtypanjim6/7161797893/in/photostream/ http://www.flickr.com/photos/dirtypanjim6/7161798781/in/photostream/ http://www.flickr.com/photos/dirtypanjim6/7347008646/in/photostream/ Gulmohar Tree that came crushing down, opp Inox http://www.flickr.com/photos/joegoauk52/7161780977/in/photostream/ joego...@yahoo.co.uk for Goa NRI related info... http://in.groups.yahoo.com/group/GOAN-NRI/ For Goan Video Clips http://youtube.com/joeukgoa In Goa, Dial 1 0 8 For Hospital, Police, Fire etc
