[Goanet]How Patel changed Indian skies
Excerpt on Airports from http://us.rediff.com/money/2005/jan/29spec.htm Grounded? If there is one thing that could ground Praful Patel's well-crafted plans it is the state of the country's airports. All the international airports are bursting at their seams, while the domestic airports are in no position to cope with additional flights. Patel says he is aware of the problem and is embarking on an ambitious Rs 50,000 crore (Rs 500 billion) project to upgrade the airport infrastructure in the country. The airport modernisation plan will start with the privatisation and upgradation of Delhi and Mumbai airports. In the second phase the other two metro airports -- Kolkata and Chennai -- will be upgraded through public-private participation. Simultaneously, he has kicked off an exercise to develop 23 non-metro airports. To generate funds for the development of these airports, the government will undertake commercial development of the city facing land of these airports. To this effect, the Airports Authority of India has shortlisted two consortiums, one led by Ernst Young and the other by UTI Bank, to come up with a detailed business plan for 10 airports within the next three months. AAI is expected to come out with another tender for the remaining 13 airports shortly. The consultants are required to ascertain how the land owned by these airports can be commercially utilised. Various possibilities like setting up shopping malls, multiplexes and hotels are likely to be considered. Some of these airports are known to own 80-100 acres of land, which can be developed for a range of commercial activities. Once this exercise is closed, another 30 airports will be taken up for upgradation. Besides, Patel also plans to develop greenfield airports with an investment of over Rs 6, 000 crore (Rs 60 billion) in Goa, Navi Mumbai, Pune, Kannur and the multi-modal international hub in Nagpur. [Note: Bangalore and Hyderabad greenfield airports are deemed to be already in process -- PST]
Re: [Goanet]RE: Goa's gold was taken away forcibly to Portugal....comes back
The bharati minister should be notified of this info provided by JC. The gold issue is another false allegations like the Parrakar VCD. B. Colaco Maybe we should think about the choice of our words. What u say Mr. P Chidambaram? But thenyou are just a politician. good wishes jc _ On the road to retirement? Check out MSN Life Events for advice on how to get there! http://lifeevents.msn.com/category.aspx?cid=Retirement ___ ALL-NEW Yahoo! Messenger - all new features - even more fun! http://uk.messenger.yahoo.com
[Goanet]AICHEA DISSAK CHINTOP (THOUGHT FOR TODAY) Jan 30, 2005!
Eke vatin dusre vatic pettoilear kainch tacho uzvadd padd zainam. (A candle loses none of its light by lighting another candle.) 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]JCT beat Salgaocar 3-1
JCT beat Salgaocar 3-1 January 29, 2005 20:38 IST JCT Mills beat Salgaocar Sports Club 3-1 in a National Football League match at Guru Nanak stadium in Ludhiana on Saturday. After a barren first half, JCT's Hardeep Gill opened the account in the 54th minute and 20 minutes later Sukhjinder increased the lead with an impressive goal from out side the box. Sukhjinder did not give any chance to Salgaocar's goalkeeper Juje Siddi to even reach near the ball. In the 86th minute, Salgaocar reduced the margin through Bernard Pires who scored from a penalty. JCT increased the lead further when Manjeet's powerful kick was well blocked by the Salgaocar custodian Siddi but the ball deflected off his gloves to Surjit who lobbed it over the goalkeeper's head. Both JCT and Salgaocar now have six points each but the Goans are at the fourth position, six places ahead of the Punjab outfit, on the points table. JCT, Punjab's premier soccer team, will next play another Goan side Vasco Sports Club at the same venue on February 2.
[Goanet]Mohun Bagan beat Churchill
Mohun Bagan beat Churchill January 29, 2005 21:01 IST Former champions Mohan Bagan rallied from behind to beat Churchill Brothers 2-1 in the fourth round of the 9th National Football League in Margao on Saturday. Bagan's Brazilian striker Robeto Mendes Silva scored the winner after substitute Sunil Chetri canceled Yusif Yakubu's strike in the first half. With this win, Bagan have collected seven points from four matches while Churchill, who suffered their third defeat, have one point from four matches. Defender Eduardo Chacon of Bagan was declared the man of the match. Churchill, knowing well that any slip up would further dent their morale played with determination. Vanlal Rova, who played his first match, was a perfect foil for Yakubu as they troubled the rival defence, took lead in the 19th minute. A combined move between Vanlal Rova and Roque Baretto from the middle which the latter put a forward pass that deflected rival defender and fell on the path of Yusif Yakubu who uncorked a right-footer that found the far end of the net to end his goal drought. Bagan, unperturbed by the set back regrouped and were all over the rival half but found stiff resistance from the defenders who thwarted their moves. Roberto Mendes Silva had two chances to equalise but first his try was well saved by keeper Vinay Singh and later his header went over the bar. The change of ends saw Bagan pressing more men in the attack as they brought in Sunil Chetri three minutes before the interval in place of Medio Jerry Zirsanga and was rewarded in the 51st minute when Sunil Chetri headed in a free kick taken by Dharam Jit Singh from the right. The goal enlivened the proceeding as both went into the attack. Bagan looked more menacing nearly took the lead five minutes later when Roberto Mendes' try off Noel Wilson's flag kick was saved on the goal line by Godwin Franco. Churchill bought in I M Vijayan in the closing stage in place of defender Sanjay Parte to break the dead lock but failed to guard their goal and Bagan punished them as Mehtab Hussein who found space on the left laid a pass to Roberto Mendes who controlled the ball before beating keeper Singh with a placement. Even as keeper got his hand to the ball he was not able to put the ball out of danger. Churchill went all out in the closing stage but their inability to convert chances caused their downfall. Yakubu failed to capitalise on two opportunities and then Vanlal Rova missed a sitter off a pass by I M Vijayan. Expressing happiness with the teams performance especially in the second half, Bagan coach Subrata said, We were down by one goal but rose to win the match. Roberto's goal was brilliant and it will lift the morale of the team and keep us in good stead to play against Dempo in our next match. We have almost finalised a deal to bring in defender Daba Lade from Nigeria who played for Nigeria in 1998 France World Cup, he added. On the other hand, Churchill's coach Shabir Ali was disappointed with his team's performance that failed to convert chances and conceded silly goals. The performances of the team have to be accessed with the team management, as it is the question of my reputation, Ali said.
[Goanet]Bad news for anti-Iraqis and anti-Americans
Quote of the day: On Sunday, the sun will rise on the land of Mesopotamia. I can't wait, the dream is becoming true and I will stand in front of the box to put my heart in it. -Mohammed (www.IraqTheModel.Blogspot.com)
[Goanet]RE: Goa's gold was taken away forcibly to Portugal....comes back
From: Gaspar AlmeidaGoa's Pride, www.goa-world.com Finance Minister, P Chidambaram said, When they bring these ornaments here, they don't have to pay customs duty. It will be very unfair of me to ask them to pay customs duty on their own ornaments, which were taken away forcibly to Portugal. Dear Gaspar, Thanks for that post. The above news item, I assume, refers to the gold held in safe-deposits and as collateral - at the Banco Nacional Ultramarino in Goa - then transfered to BNU- Lisbonlater Caixa Geral de Depósitos. I am struck by Mr. Chidabaram's choice of the words taken away forcibly to Portuga Is this a fair statement, I ask. Here are a few questions that I pose. Once again, I ask only because I do know the answers: 1. What was the gold doing in Banco Ultramarino, in Goa in the first place. 2. Did the Portuguese come into the homes of Goans and confiscate this gold? 3. Was the gold stored by clients at BNU in safe deposit ? 4. Was the gold used as collateral for LOANS obtained by Goans and Maharashtrians? 5. Have the safe deposit fees - until 1961 - ever been paid ? or have they been deducted? 6. Have the LOANS ever been paid back by the Goans Maharashtrians who borrowed the monies? 7. Has BNU claimed /collected / deducted any interest on the unpaid Loans? 8. What was BNU expected to do - with the gold - at the time of the 1961 invasion? Leave it? 9. WHO would be held responsible for the gold - had it been looted in the aftermath of 1961? 10. Was there any looting in Panjim on the days Dec 19 - 21, 1961? 11. What would the State Bank of India do in a similar situation - with SAFE DEPOSITS - in one of their branches (say in Fiji or in Port Blair) - if there was a chance that the Bank Officials had to leave town in a hurry? Maybe we should think about the choice of our words. What u say Mr. P Chidambaram? But thenyou are just a politician. good wishes jc _ On the road to retirement? Check out MSN Life Events for advice on how to get there! http://lifeevents.msn.com/category.aspx?cid=Retirement
[Goanet]NEWS ANALYSIS: JUGGLING MLAs PROVES PARRIKAR'S UNDOING
Goa BJP government reduced to a minority FROM PAMELA D'MELLO Panaji, Jan 29: Juggling MLAs in and out of government has snowballed into a political crisis for the Manohar Parrikar government who was reduced to a minority on Saturday. Four BJP MLAs resigned from their assembly seats, while two coalition ministers resigned from cabinet,withdrawing support to the BJP led government. The Congress has staked its claim to form a government, with 19 MLAs in the reduced house of 36, including support from the NCP, two regional parties and an independent. The BJP has 17 MLAs, in the fluid numbers game that is unfolding here. No decision came from Governor S C Jamir's office which held meetings with opposition claimants and state officials through the day. Mr Jamir flew back from Kolkata via Mumbai this morning as political events escalated with a ministers demotion and resignation late Thursday night. Addressing a press conference this afternoon, Chief Minister Parrikar maintained he would prove his majority on the floor of the house and accused the Governor of playing a partisan role. A majority is decided only on the floor of the House and not on the lawns of the Raj Bhavan, a defiant Mr Parrikar said. Both camps have expectedly huddled their MLAs together, the Congress in a five star seaside resort outside Panaji, while the BJP camp were camped in the capital. Mr Parrikar's first serious challenge to his four and a half years in office, came when he demoted financier-politician Atanasio Monserrate, who resigned on Friday morning. Working on strategies chalked out over Friday, Mr Monserrate and three neo-BJP MLAs, including Francisco Micky Pacheco -- who joined the BJP only on Thursday -- Isidore Fernandes and transport minister Pandurang Madkaikar gave in their resignations to the Speakers office. All four BJP MLAs have resigned their assembly seats, to avoid disqualification under amended Anti Defection Laws, and are expected to seek re-election. Simulataneously, PWD minister Ramakrishna Dhavlikar and Water Resources minister Philip Neri Rodrigues, joined a Congress led delegation to Raj Bhavan, and submitted their resignations as ministers. Officer bearers of the regional MGP and UGDP parties have given letters of support to the Congress- NCP combine. Congress general secretary in charge of Goa affairs Ms Margaret Alva accompanied the delegation to the Raj Bhavan and flew back for consultations with the party high command in New Delhi. Ms Alva is expected to return tommorrow, even as CLP members left it to 10 Janpath to decide the leadership issue. Mr Parrikar's fate hinges to some extent on the UGDP tourism minister Mathany Saldanha who is currently in Spain to attend a tourism mart. The UGDP has pledged support to the Congress but Mr Parrikar said he enjoyed the support of Mr Saldanha, irrespective of his party stand. With four members resigning, the house strength stands at 36, with the Congress and allies claiming a total of 18, the BJP at 17 and Mr Saldanha still out of the country. In a crucial floor test, political watchers calculate the Congress has an edge of one, accounting for the jubiliation in their camp. The irony of the political farce being enacted here in Goa's theatre of the political absurb has not however been lost on some. BJP MLA Isidore Fernandes had in August 2004 resigned from the Congress and won a by-election on a BJP ticket a month later -- only to repeat the resignation drama today. Francisco Pacheco had on Thursdary merged his one man outfit with the BJP, and said it was tit for tat that he was walking out of the assembly precipitating a crisis for Mr Parrikar on Saturday. Assembly polls in May 2002 had given the BJP 17 to the Congress 16, while two regional parties the NCP and an independent had backed the BJP over the past two and a half years. Poaching MLAs from his coalition partners and shuffling support soured relations in the coalition, over time. (ends)
[Goanet]Do Goans deserve alleged most corrupt former Minister Mr Atanasio Monseratte as the new Chief Minister?
Man with a Needle The Navhind Times THE taking away of the town and country planning portfolio from Mr Atanasio Monseratte( which hurt him so much that he dashed off his resignation to the Chief Minister past midnight) came as a surprise not just to the go-getter minister but also to the members of the public. Why, it was less than three weeks ago that both the Chief Minister, Mr Manohar Parrikar and Mr Monseratte had dismissed reports of his resignation as rumours. Reiterating his support for Mr Parrikar, Mr Monserrate said at a press conference that there were absolutely no differences between him and Mr Parrikar. He went to the extent of attributing the rumours of his alleged rift with the Chief Minister as the concoction of vested interests. These statements from the Chief Minister and Mr Monserrate had come in the wake of rumours that the Congress had offered Mr Monserrate the office of the chief minister, and that he was walking out with two or three other ministers, and his friend, Mr Isidore Fernandes, whom he helped win the byelection to the Ponguinim Assembly constituency. So the question arises: what went wrong during the less than three weeks that Mr Parrikar thought it to be an urgent enough task to strip Mr Monserrate of the town and country planning portfolio without taking him into confidence? That this divestment is not the usual kind of reshuffle is obvious also from the fact that all other ministers have retained their portfolios. It is quite true that a reshuffle is the prerogative of the Chief Minister; he can assign any minister any portfolio, according to who he considers suitable or unsuitable for a particular area of governance. What was it after all that made Mr Parrikar decide that Mr Monserrate, who had run the town and country ministry from day one of coming into his ministry, had proved unsuited to the running of it? Did any disturbing evidence speaking of Mr Monserrates misgovernance in the ministry surface before him all of a sudden? Mr Parrikars statement that he was not satisfied with the performance of Mr Monserrate still leaves it unexplained why the bad performance was tolerated by a dynamic Chief Minister for so long. The circumstances under which it has happened do not suggest that it was a routine exercise of Chief Ministers discretionary powers. It had all the elements of an extraordinary act. Why did the divestment come when till only yesterday both the Chief Minister and Mr Monserrate were publicly reaffirming their confidence in each other? After all, Mr Parrikar included Mr Monserrate in the ministry, and gave him the town and country planning portfolio that he demanded. Despite a lot of opposition, Mr Parrikar allowed Taleigao to be cut out from the jurisdiction of the municipal corporation of Panaji, since it was what Mr Monserrate insisted upon. There were numerous occasions when there were differences of opinion between the local leaders of the BJP and Mr Monserrate in Taleigao, which once or twice reached a boiling point, but Mr Parrikar intervened and defused the crisis, usually by persuading his partymen to make adjustments with him keeping in view the larger interest of partys continuance in power. Then came a time when Mr Parrikar had Mr Monserrate leave his United Goans Democratic Party and join the BJP. What could be more comprehensive assurance of no trouble from Mr Monserrate than his being baptized as a Hindu holy warrior! But all the spraying of the blessed water and all the loud profession of loyalty to the cause of ensuring Goas rapid development with a stable government turned out to be of little significance when Mr Monserrates alleged courtship with some of the men in the opposition camp wouldnt stop. What would also not stop was the Mr Monserrates single-minded campaign to change the rules of the game in real estate development. Adding to the proof of his determination came the creation of planning and development authorities for several towns and inclusion of villages in them. The very fact that taking away of the town and country planning ministry from Mr Monserrate came with Mr Parrikars decision to exclude the villages that were included in the PDAs by Mr Monserrate provides some clue to the suddenness of Mr Parrikars action. Probably with the decision of Mr Monserrate to turn up certain village areas for real estate development the Chief Ministers cup of compromises was full. Cant take any more of it, he seems to have told himself, and decided to pierce a needle into the Big Bubble called Monserrate. The compulsion of seeking help from Mr Monserrate to stay in power eventually proved a bitter experience to Mr Parrikar. But will it be any better with Mr Micky Pacheco?
[Goanet]Goa Board query
Can you please forward me the website of Goa Board as i want to check the timetable of Xth Standard this year 2005. I am presently working in the gulf. Thanks Lavina Evy.
[Goanet]Re: GOANET ADMIN: ANNOUCEMENT of INITIATIVES
Way to go guys. All the very best for all your endevours Here's also wishing Joel the very best for the future Rgds Savio
[Goanet]Yahoo! India News - UK Hindus fight to reclaim swastika from Nazis
By Paul Majendie LONDON (Reuters) - Hindus have launched a campaign in Britain to reclaim the swastika from its Nazi past and reinstate the 5,000-year-old emblem as a symbol of good luck. They were stung into action when European parliamentarians called for a Europe-wide ban on Nazi insignia after Britain's Prince Harry provoked international outrage by wearing a swastika armband and Nazi costume at a party. What we have decided to do is to reclaim the swastika, said Ramesh Kallidai, secretary-general of the Hindu Forum representing 700,000 Hindus in multi-cultural Britain. He said of the Hindu religious symbol purloined by Adolf Hitler for his National Socialist Party: It has been used for 5,000 years to promote life. It brings good luck and wards off evil. Ever sensitive to the concerns of millions of Jews who suffered the horrors of the Nazi Holocaust, he told Reuters: For Hindus, the misuse of the swastika is as repulsive as it is to everyone else. It's like saying the Ku Klux Klan is burning crosses so let's ban the use of crosses worldwide. Pictures beamed worldwide of Queen Elizabeth's grandson wearing the Nazi uniform at a costume party prompted deputies in the European parliament to call for a ban on Nazi insignia, an idea that the European Commission said was worth considering. The Hindu Forum was inundated with calls over the proposed ban, said Kallidai. If it came into force, that would mean if Hindus use the swastika for religious purposes as they have done for 5,000 years, they risk breaking the law. First came a media campaign to put their case. Then Hindus pressed parliament to debate the issue and lobbied deputies both in London and Strasbourg to support them. Next comes a major conference in London and public awareness workshops across Britain. We have already spoken to the Board of Deputies of British Jews and want to have a dialogue with them. Everyone must understand that the swastika has nothing to do with hatred and is purely for worship. A spokesman for the Jewish Board told Reuters: We respect the Hindu Forum's desire to take back the Swastika but our line of caution is that Neo-Nazis and racists continue to use the Swastika as a potent symbol of hatred. To the millions who suffered in World War Two, the swastika is a loathed emblem of hatred, racism and xenophobia. But to Hindus, it is a revered symbol, derived from the Sanskrit svastika and meaning Good to be. In Gujarat, when a baby has its first haircut, a swastika is painted on the top of its head to ward off evil. You find it on the door of the house as a good luck charm. It appears on wedding cards and holy paintings, Kallidai said. But he fears it will be a tough battle eradicating the swastika's nightmare image. It is a very uphill climb because a 5,000-year-old symbol became associated 65 years ago with hatred, destruction and xenophobia, said Kallidai. This could take a number of years.
[Goanet]Congrats
MR.Pratapsingh Rane New Chief Minister of Goa. Good News to all Congress Lovers.
[Goanet]Condition of the road.
Reading the topic of the Colva road ,it came to my mind the the strip of road near Mungul bridge.This has become so dangerous that people coming out from either side of the bridge have to think twice before they come to the main road.The vehicles travel at speeds which is unbelievable.I have seen so many near misses here that a speed breaker is the need of the hour.I hope not that a fatal accident will open the eyes of the concerned authority. Mike (Mungul)
[Goanet]Book 207 stories of Blessed Joseph Vaz released
A book 207 stories of Blessed Joseph Vaz written by Fr.Romualdo Robin Rodrigues (ex-rector ex-vice postulator of the cause of canonization of Bl. Joseph Vaz) was released by Emeritus Bishop Raul Gonsalves on the 16th January 2005 (the 294th death Anniversary of Bl.Joseph Vaz) after the Feast Mass at 10.00 a.m.at the Sanctuary of Bl. Joseph Vaz, Sancaole in the presence of Bishop Lumen Monteiro (Bishop of Agartala) Fr.Romualdo Robin Rodrigues (author), Fr.Eremito Rebello (Rector of the Sanctuary of Bl.Joseph Vaz) and many priests from the Archdiocese. This book is dedicated to Archbishop- Patriarch Felipe Neri Ferrao-Our Pastor. This is the first time that the book is written on Stories of Bl. Joseph Vaz. The author has compiled the stories from various books and sources in Goa, Kanara and Sri Lanka. The Author has also included Church Documents, articles written by him on the meaning of the picture of Bl. Joseph Vaz, 25 facts of Bl. Joseph Vaz, an article on the sanctuary of Bl. Joseph Vaz, a jumbo cross word puzzle on Bl. Joseph Vaz, lyrics composed and set to Age-old tune of Bl. Joseph Vaz and finally 14 letters of Bl. Joseph Vaz. The imprimatur is given by Archbishop-Patriarch Felipe Neri Ferrao. The Nihil Obstat for the book is given by Fr. Cosme Jose Costa. The Book includes Messages from the Archbishop-Patriarch Felipe Neri Ferrao, Bishop Vianney Fernando, (Bishop of Kandy, Sri lanka), Fr.James Fritz Patrick (Postulator), Fr.Alex Dassayanake (vice-postulator, Sri Lanka) and a foreword by Fr.Cosme Jose Costa (sfx). The book also includes 16 coloured pages of pictures of relics, monuments, paintings and places related to blessed Joseph Vaz from Goa, Kanara Sri Lanka. This Story Book includes pictures inserted from the Drama Goychem Noketr-Padre Zuze Vaz, a Drama written by Fr. Romualdo Robin Rodrigues and the Music set by Fr.Francisco Miranda. This book is must for children, youth, families, priests and nuns. The book is available in books stalls, Stella Maris Chapel, Miramar and the Sanctuary of Bl. Joseph Vaz, Sancaole. Price Rs. 50/- plus postage. For further details contact the author Fr. Romauldo Robin Rodrigues at [EMAIL PROTECTED]
[Goanet]Goa's gold comes back to Indian shores from Portugal
Goa's gold comes back to Indian shores After about 44 years, about 1,800 Goan families will get to see their family jewels. The jewellery travelled to Portugal after the liberation struggle and got stuck in the customs net. After about 44 years, about 1,800 Goan families will get to see their family jewels. The jewellery travelled to Portugal after the liberation struggle and got stuck in the customs net. CNBC-TV18 looks at the how this gold was finally liberated. This story dates back to 1961, when gold jewellery pawned by Goans left Indian shores to Lisbon in Portugal, after the liberation. Thirteen years back all the gold came back but 1,800 families ran out of luck as an amendment in the denied them access to the family treasure. Now the finance minister has stepped in to ensure that these families get their jewellery back. Finance Minister, P Chidambaram said, When they bring these ornaments here, they don't have to pay customs duty. It will be very unfair of me to ask them to pay customs duty on their own ornaments, which were taken away forcibly to Portugal. In 1992, PV Narasimha Rao's government negotiated the release of this gold with Lisbon and authorised SBI to import a total of 6,500 packets weighing 280 kgs. Families were exempted from paying any customs duty on this gold. About 4,700 families had paid up their loans and reclaimed their jewellery. But five years back, an amendment to the Customs Act robbed this benefit from those who didn't reclaim by then. Around 1,800 families still had gold stuck in the SBI vault in Goa. A mix of luck and perseverance took care of the rest. Another amendment to the Customs Act two years ago, gave the finance ministry, legal ground to reinstate the duty exemption. And persistent lobbying by affected parties with local Congressmen reached Chidambaram's ears last September. He obliged by passing the order three days ago. State Bank of India's officials expect only about 500 families to turn up to claim their bit of history. KGTS presents 'Konkani Machiek Noman' on 5/2/2005 in Kuwait at the Gulf-English School Auditorium, Rumeithiya featuring Goa's Nightingale Miss Lorna, with Comedian Domnic, Comedian John D'Silva Comedian Luis Bachan, together with Meena, Sabina, Menino Mario and Goa's ace trumpeter Agnelo Dias. __ Do you Yahoo!? Yahoo! Mail - Helps protect you from nasty viruses. http://promotions.yahoo.com/new_mail
[Goanet]29 JAN 2005: GOACOM DAILY NEWS CLIPPINGS
GOACOM DAILY NEWS CLIPPINGS 29 January, 2005 THOUGHT FOR THE DAY: Zonn ek utor jem tum uloita aikoteleak soeg dita sodun kaddunk tum kitlem subeij vo unnem zannam to. (Every word you speak gives someone a chance to find out how much or how little you know.)domnic fernandes [EMAIL PROTECTED] BJP GOVT PLUNGED INTO CRISIS IN GOA: The recent reshuffle of the ministry proved too costly for the BJP government led by Chief Minister Manohar Parrikar in Goa. In a surprising move, four BJP MLAs have resigned and reduced the BJP to a minority today. The Congress Party has appealed to Governor SC Jamir to dismiss the Parrikar government. The problem started when Parrikar relieved Babush Monserrate of the Town Country Planning portfolio on January 27. Monserrate considers this as an affront to his honour, while the Chief Minister justifies his decision to strip Monserrate for unsatisfactory performance. The other MLAs who have resigned include Monserrate's staunch pal Isidore Fernandes from Poinguinim, Mickky Pacheco from Benaulim and Transport Minister Madkaikar. Pacheco, a former Tourism Minister, had rejoined the BJP on January 27 after being dropped from the ministry six months ago. It is also understood that ministers Sudhin Dhavlikar, Filipe Neri Rodrigues and Matanhy Saldhana have withdrawn their support to Parrikar's ministry. The political situation is not yet clear in Goa. Some say that Dr Wilfred de Souza of the NCP is likely to be the new Chief Minister. (GoaNOW) CONGRESS DRAWS BATTLE LINES: In a day of rapid political developments, the opposition Congress on Friday (January 28) switched into a retaliatory mood by trying to get its act together and initiating an attempt to topple the BJP-led coalition government. All India Congress Committee general secretary incharge of Goa desk, Margaret Alva, airdashed to Goa and held a secret meeting of the Congress Legislature Party at a starred resort in South Goa. The meeting discussed in detail the proposal submitted by former Minister Atanasio Monserrate, who resigned around Thursday midnight after he was divested of the prestigious Town and Country Planning portfolio. (GT) TOWN AND COUNTRY PORTFOLIO: The Chief Minister Manohar Parrikar has stated that the Town and Country Planning portfolio would remain with him and that it would not be allocated to any of his ministerial colleagues. (H) CHIEF TOW N PLANNER REPLACED: A day after Babush Monserrate was stripped off the Town and Country Planning portfolio, the government replaced Chief Town Planner BK Surtaria with Morad Ahmed. (H) PACHECO MAY BE RE-INDUCTED AS CABINET MINISTER: Benaulim MLA Francisco alias Mickky Pacheco may be re-inducted as a cabinet minister as Chief Minister Manohar Parrikar is learnt to be keen to fill up the vacancy caused by the resignation of Town and Country Minister Atanasio Monserrate. (GT) BJP COALITION PARTNERS HOLD MEET: A meeting of ruling coalition partners was held in the Chief Minister's chamber at the new assembly complex on Friday evening. Former Minister Atanasio alias Babush Monserrate also attended the meeting. (GT) GERMAN FOUND DEAD AT VAGATOR: A German national, Mr Michael Schubb, was found dead by the police in the house where he was staying at Vagator, on January 28 morning. According to information provided by sources in the police department, the man was seen drinking heavily, last evening. (NT) WOMAN JUMPS INTO WELL, DIES: A 58-year-old woman, Minguelina Rebello, a resident of Cuncolim, committed suicide by jumping into a well, on January 278. The reason for the suicide is not known. (NT) NEED TO UNITE KONKANIS: The need to unite Konkani-speaking people from all over the world was felt at the Canara Konkani Catholic World Convention organised by the Catholic Sabha, an official lay orgnisation of Mangalore Diocese at late Bishop Basil D'Souza Nagar, Yenopoya Convention Grounds, Mangalore recently. More than 20,000 people who attended it passed a resolution urging that Roman script be adopted for Konkani to untie all Konkanis of the world in the computer age. In Canara, all the religious functions and matters related to the catholic religion will be only in Konkani and Catholic schools will teach Konkani to their students from textbooks specially prepared. (GT) MAN DUPES BANK OF OVER RS.5 LAKH: The Margao town police, on January 28, registered an offence against Rakesh Babubhai Dessai of Hyderabad for depositing forged and fake cheques and withdrawing cash amounting to Rs.5.63 lakh. (NT) NAVELIM PLAGUED BY WATER SHORTAGE: The villagers of Navelim have expressed concern over acute shortage of water supply in the village despite the fact that they have been paying their water bills regularly. (NT) CYBERAGE TO COVER 50,000 FAMILIES: Chief Minister Manohar Parrikar said that the Cyberage scheme in Goa was making huge strides and as many as 50,000 families would have computers by next year. (H) GOVT TO SCRAP PDA NOTIFICATION: The State government has finally
[Goanet]Goa government about to collapse; drama begins
Goa government about to collapse; drama begins Sunday January 30 2005 00:00 IST PANAJI: Goa slipped into that familiar mode of political uncertainty once again with the Manohar Parrikar-led BJP government tottering on the brink of collapse. Two days after he was sacked, former minister Antanasio `Babush' Monserrate sought his revenge by getting three other party MLAs to quit the BJP, reducing the government to a minority. The Opposition Congress, of course, lost no time in staking claim to form the government, triggering off speculation of horse-trading and bargains. Half way into its term, it's the first major crisis for the government in Goa while governments had changed thrice in the last term. Known for his money and muscle power, Monserrate roped in fellow party MLAs Isidore Fernandes, Pandurang Madkaikar and Mickey Pachecho in his revolt against Parrikar. A first-time MLA, Monserrate is reported to have interests in money-lending and construction. While relieving him of his Town and Country Planning ministry, Parrikar had cited charges of administrative corruption''. Besides, two other ministers, Public Works Department Minister Sudhin Dhavlikar of the Maharashtrawadi Gomantak Party and Water Resources Minister Philip Neri Rodrigues (Independent), who were lending outside support to the Parrikar government have also quit. They are now backing the Congress. The 40-member Goa Assembly has 21 BJP MLAs, 15 Congress, 1 NCP, 1 Maharashtrawadi Gomantak Party, 1 United Goans Democratic Party and 1 Independent. Now, the BJP is down to 17 MLAs, including Speaker Vishwas Sadarkar. Ironically, Pachecho had merged his United Goans Democratic Party (Secular) with the BJP only a couple of days back. Fernandes, on the other hand, had quit the Congress just three months back, contesting and winning his Poinguinium seat on a BJP ticket. Monserrate was reported to have deployed his finances and men in winning this Congress stronghold. Under the new anti-defection law, all four BJP rebels will have to seek re-election. We are confident that Monserrate will get us elected,'' said one of them. Interestingly, in a letter to Governor S C Jamir, Tourism Minister Matanhy Saldanha of the UGDP has decided to stay with Parrikar. But his party president, Radharao Gracias, said the UGDP would back the Congress. Staking its claim to form the government, the Congress paraded its 15 members as well as the four BJP rebels, the two ministers who withdrew their support, and the lone NCP MLA Wilfred de Souza. It is now the responsibility of the Congress party to form a secular government in Goa,'' said AICC general secretary in charge of Goa Margaret Alva, who accompanied the MLAs. But Parrikar promised to spring a few surprises on the floor of the Assembly. I have the support of a few Congress MLAs who will resign from the House,'' he told this websites newspaper. The Governor is playing partisan politics and trying to topple the government.'' And, indicating the horse-trading that is likely to follow, Dhavalikar said: Though I have resigned from Parrikar's Cabinet, it does not mean that I have withdrawn support to the BJP.'' This just one hour after accompanying the Congress MLAs to Raj Bhavan. http://www.newindpress.com/Newsitems.asp?ID=IEH20050129110520Title=Top+StoriesTopic=343
[Goanet]BJP Govt in Goa reduced to minority
BJP Govt in Goa reduced to minority By: PTI January 29, 2005 Panaji: The BJP government in Goa was today reduced to a minority with three of its 21 party MLAs resigning from the 40-member state assembly and an equal number withdrawing support to it in a sudden development that spurred opposition Congress into staking claim to form a Government. Atanasio Monserratte, who had resigned from the state Cabinet yesterday after being suddenly stripped off the Town and Country Planning portfolio, and two other ruling party legislators -- Isidore Fernandes and former Tourism Minister Micky Pacheko -- submitted their resignation letters to the Assembly Secretary, reducing the ruling BJP's strength from 21 to 18. Pacheko had only on Thursday merged his United Goa Democratic Party (Secular) with the BJP. MGP MLA Sudhin Dhavilkar and Independent Legislator Phillip Nery Rodrigues besides the UGDP, which were supporting the Parikkar Government, too submitted letters to state Governor S C Jamir withdrawing their support to the three-year-old BJP government. The UGDP MLA, who is a Minister, is on his way back from Spain. Meanwhile, leaders of the Congress, which has 15 MLAs and support of one NCP member, met the Governor and staked claim to form a government. Congress General Secretary In charge of Goa, Margaret Alva, who met the Governor separately, told reporters we have presented our support to him. We are the largest party and it is upto him to take a decision now. Monserratte, who resigned from the Assembly said, I have been humiliated in such a way that I thought it is better to go home. http://web.mid-day.com/news/nation/2005/january/102530.htm
RE: [Goanet]Goan catholics non twiceborn hindus
The case below is interesting and is also politically motivated. Although, the court says that the child is entitled to the fathers caste; it should not immediately follow that the court is insistent-- that the childs future, be determined by accepting the ruling prima facie. The courts way of approaching the case is also a way of saying that caste does play a role in ones life. This leads to all kinds of further questions. venantius See http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/articleshow/1004599.cms SC: Illegitimate child takes on father's caste TIMES NEWS NETWORK[ SATURDAY, JANUARY 29, 2005 02:46:13 AM ] NEW DELHI: Supreme Court has ruled that a child born out of wedlock is entitled to his or her father's lineage. By holding this in a petition involving the caste status of a legislator elected from a reserved constituency in Andhra Pradesh, a Bench of Chief Justice R C Lahoti, Justices G P Mathur and P K Balasubramanyan upheld an Andhra Pradesh High Court judgment which had set aside the election of TDP candidate Sobha Hymvathi Devi. She had contested the 1999 assembly election from the Sringavarapukota constituency reserved for Scheduled Tribes on the ground that her mother belonged to the Bagatha community, a notified ST community. Gangadhara Swamy, who lost to Sobha, had challenged her election on the ground that she did not belong to the Bagatha community. - QUESTION The children of Hindu parents, (one is Brahmin and the other is Sudra), what caste these children inherit? ... and why? Just curious, Cip Fernandes UK 664 West 163 Street, #57 New York, NY 10032-4527 USA PH/Fax: +1 212.928.3955
Re: [Goanet]Goa Politics; what next?
Gabe, Hopefully people will begin to realize the significance of voting for Goa Suraj -- as an alternative to their future. venantius _ Gabe wrote: Goa deserves better than either of the two main political parties. Both Congress and the BJP are unworthy of the Goan People's support. -- Cheers, Gabe. Wimbledon - London England. 664 West 163 Street, #57 New York, NY 10032-4527 USA PH/Fax: +1 212.928.3955
Re: [Goanet]Fr Jose Vaz
--- afra dias [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Hi, Reading the asticle about Fr Jose Vaz.It is because of Fr Jose Vaz that the Catholic faith is in existance in SriLanka.Only when the people stop going to church, that the vatican decides to make saints to attract crowds.. In recent years.. Afra Dias Comment:Could we get some Priest/someone who knows,to respond give an insight on this topic of 'Faith'. v.f. __ Do You Yahoo!? Tired of spam? Yahoo! Mail has the best spam protection around http://mail.yahoo.com
[Goanet]GOAN OBSERVER Online
Hello There!!! Came across the web page(GOAN OBSERVER Online).How come they intend to charge Rs1000/for a year's 'online subscription'? Does the content justify the amt? What is the frequency of the print edition? Can some one throw light on the subject? v.f. __ Do You Yahoo!? Tired of spam? Yahoo! Mail has the best spam protection around http://mail.yahoo.com
RE: [Goanet]Goan catholics non twiceborn hindus
See http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/articleshow/1004599.cms SC: Illegitimate child takes on father's caste TIMES NEWS NETWORK[ SATURDAY, JANUARY 29, 2005 02:46:13 AM ] NEW DELHI: Supreme Court has ruled that a child born out of wedlock is entitled to his or her father's lineage. By holding this in a petition involving the caste status of a legislator elected from a reserved constituency in Andhra Pradesh, a Bench of Chief Justice R C Lahoti, Justices G P Mathur and P K Balasubramanyan upheld an Andhra Pradesh High Court judgment which had set aside the election of TDP candidate Sobha Hymvathi Devi. She had contested the 1999 assembly election from the Sringavarapukota constituency reserved for Scheduled Tribes on the ground that her mother belonged to the Bagatha community, a notified ST community. Gangadhara Swamy, who lost to Sobha, had challenged her election on the ground that she did not belong to the Bagatha community. - QUESTION The children of Hindu parents, (one is Brahmin and the other is Sudra), what caste these children inherit? ... and why? Just curious, Cip Fernandes UK
[Goanet]RECEPTION TO BONAVENTURE DPIETRO
RECEPTION TO BONAVENTURE DPIETRO. On 21st of this month in Kuwait city with the attendance of selected invitees, well known Roman script Konkani writer Romansi boroinar Bonaventure DPietro was given a reception by the Konkani lovers in Kuwait. As informed earlier, Bonaventure DPietro was publicly honoured on 14th of this month by Konkani Heritage Kuwait during their Heritage Musical Show 05. While receiving the prestigious KHK Memento from the hands of KHK President Fidelis Fernandes, Bonaventure DPietro was overwhelmed by the kind gesture and the honour that was bestowed upon him by KHK. During the reception many speakers spoke in praise of Bonaventure and highlighted some of the aspects of his writings. All those who spoke during the function directly or indirectly touched upon the writings of DPietro. Fidelis Fernandes as a first speaker while delivering his speech eulogized in superlative terms the greatness of Bonaventures Romansi which Fidelis said he read. He also praised the caliber of Bonaventures musical skill by even indicating the places and pieces Bonaventure played. Renowned tiatrist Querobina Carvalho in her speech also made reference of Bonaventures writings and music. Luis Cardoso of Kuwait Konknni Kendr in his historical view compared Bonaventures writings to the novels written by some of the world renowned novelists and concluded that if Bonaventure had to write in English he would be one of the topmost writers in the world today. Mario Rebello yet another stalwart of KKK and staunch Konkani promoter in appreciation of Bonaventures good work on Konkani field presented a nice Mobile Phone to Bonaventure DPietro as his personal gift. Elvino Rodrigues the president of KKK while praising the enormous contribution of Bonaventure in the promotion of Konkani explained the genesis of Konkani movement in Kuwait and how, when and who started it. Young girl who is a new comer to Kuwait and while in Goa a member of musical troupe of Bonaventure DPietro, Marian Fernandes from Anjuna, Chinvar, in her beautiful speech elaborated the good work of her guru who was responsible for bringing her and her troupe some of the laurels thru the musical art. Rosary Ferns who has created for himself a special niche in the art of Tiatro by writing and producing best of dramas and singing best of songs and also producing first Konkani CD praised Bonaventure DPietro for what he achieved in life. Mr. Norman from Navelim who had great distinction of reading almost all the Romansi written by Bonaventure DPietro, in his researchful speech highlighted the wisdom of Bonaventure in writing so wonderfully. As a matter of interest, Bonaventure DPietro recently was awarded in Goa, Fr. Antonio Pereira Award for the excellence in Konkani promotion. It is an annual award given in memory of late Fr. Antonio Pereira a Jezuit who has written so exhaustively and extensively on so many subjects. A. Veronica Fernandes compeered the proceedings. While speaking A. Veronica Fernandes in the midst of the gathering asked Bonaventure to raise his voice thru his mighty pen on those people in Kuwait who are trying to commit a murder on the beautiful art of tiatro. As everyone is aware not only in Kuwait but all over the Konkani tiatro world that there is a gang sprung up in Kuwait to commit a crime against one tiatrist by killing his art; the phenomenon used in this murder campaign is To Aslear Aum Nachona which is blindly supported by all the yes men just like George Orwell depicted in his masterpiece Animal Farm with an statement if comrade Napolean says yes, it must be yes. And precisely because of this blind following to comrade Napolean, communism collapsed. Replying to this, Bonaventure DPietro said, it is not necessary to write more on this, whole world knows who is the author behind this crime on the promotion of tiatr and a tiatrist in Kuwait Those who are responsible for committing such a dastardly crimes they will receive their punishment ravon na pavon. Further, he went on saying that history is full of evidences of the miserable end of all those who committed crimes on the development of somebodys art. He also said that art is a God given blessing and if anyone one person or group of persons try to destroy this blessing of God then they will suffer, not only they but even their children and grand children. It is a pity that no right thinking and justice lovers are raising their voice on this hara-kiri. Those who talk of justice are become dumb and those who look for justice are become blind. Inspite of writing so many books in Roman script, Bonaventure DPietro is unable to get Sahitya Academy Award because this award is become the monopoly of Boarkars, Kelekars, Mauzos, Naiks and those few individuals who won the limelight due to the efforts of all the Romivadis. The books written by Nagrivadis are not even
[Goanet]Political drama!
Title: I can prove majority: CM SOURCE: http://www.goanews.com/ Author: By Sandesh Prabhudesai Date: 30 January 2005 Short description: With Saldhana continuing to support the government and three BJP legislators quitting the party, the strength of the BJP-led government is now 19, in the 37-memebr House. Related articles: http://www.goanews.com/30jan05.htm (Parrikar Govt on slippery grounds) http://www.goanews.com/30jan053.htm (Cong awaits Guv response) http://www.goanews.com/30jan052.htm (Micky quits BJP within 2 days) ~^~ Article: Quote: I am still the chief minister of Goa and I can prove my majority on the floor of the House any moment, said Goa chief minister Manohar Parrikar. Following the resignation drama of his party colleagues and supporting parties, Parrikar also produced a supporting fax letter sent by his tourism minister Mathany Saldhana, whose United Goans Democratic Party has withdrawn support to the government. According to Parrikar, neither any minister has submitted him a resignation letter nor he is aware of any MLA resigning from the BJP. There is no question of meeting the governor in this regard since I continue enjoying majority support, claimed Parrikar. In a letter faxed to the chief minister, Saldhana has stated that his support to the government is unconditional and unqualified. In a joint press conference held with the CM, the state BJP president Rajendra Arlekar termed the whole drama as the 10, Janapath conspiracy. He also alleged that Governor S C Jamir has joined hands with the Congress. Let the Congress prove their majority in the House, stated Arlekar. Meanwhile, Speaker Vishwas Satarkar told the reporters that he had not yet accepted BJP legislators resignation letters, which are being received by the legislator secretary. I have not attended the office since Saturday-Sunday are holidays, he quipped. With Saldhana continuing to support the government and three BJP legislators quitting the party, the strength of the BJP-led government is now 19, in the 37-memebr House. On the other hand, the 15-member Congress would get support of three legislators, one each from the Nationalist Congress Party, the Maharashtrawadi Gomantak Party and the Independent, making it 18. As the speaker is allowed to vote in case of a tie, the Parrikar government continues having edge in the Assembly, unless yet another member resigns from the ruling BJP. Congress observer Margaret Alva has already said that the fourth resignation is in the pipeline. Transport minister Pandurang Madkaikar was already seen in the Congress camp at a star hotel here. __ Do you Yahoo!? Yahoo! Mail - You care about security. So do we. http://promotions.yahoo.com/new_mail
[Goanet]Luxury tourist train to culminate in Goa.
http://news.newkerala.com/india-news/?action=fullnewsid=66151 Luxury tourist train in Karnataka soon: [India News]: Bangalore, Jan 28 : A luxury tourist train, 'Palace on Wheels', on the lines of the one in Rajasthan, had been proposed in Karnataka, state Minister for Tourism D T Jayakumar informed the Legislative Council today. The train will cover important places of tourist interest like Mysore, Shravanabelagola, Badami, Pattadakal, Aihole and culminate in Goa, he said responding to a question by N Manjunatah (Local Authorities Constituency). A Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) for the project was signed by the Karnataka government with the Ministry of Railways way back on December 20, 2002. The Tourism Ministry accorded sanction for the project at a cost of Rs 31.40 crore, Jayakumar said. To another question by Madegowda (Elected by Legislative Assembly), he said many important places of tourist interest had been selected in the state for strategic development. These include Mysore, Brindavanm Gardens, Srirangapatna, Kokkarebellur, Belur, Halebid, Shravanabelagola, Hampi, Chitradurga, Nandi Hills and Jog Falls. Building of a tourist guest house in Devala Ganagapura, a famous place of pilgrimage in Gulbarga district was being undertaken by the Muzrai department. However, in case there were any difficulties, tourism department itself will complete the project, he assured in reply to a question by Vittala (Elected by Legislative Assembly). PTI -- Cheers, Gabe. Wimbledon - London England.
[Goanet]BJP Govt in Goa in trouble.
http://www.newkerala.com/news-daily/news/features.php?action=fullnewsid=66385 BJP government in trouble in Goa: [India News]: Panaji, Jan 29 : At least three Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) legislators quit the party in Goa Saturday bringing down its strength in the assembly to 19 but Chief Minister Manohar Parrikar insisted he still enjoyed majority. The Congress party, however, claimed the BJP government had been reduced to a minority and staked its claim to forming a new government. But Parrikar told journalists that he very much enjoyed majority support and that the Congress would have to prove its support in the 40-member legislature. --Indo-Asian News Service -- Cheers, Gabe. Wimbledon - London England.
[Goanet]Goan Catholics non twice-born Hindus
Goan Catholics non twice-born Hindus Re: Caste, Conversion ani Confusao Antonio Menezes ( January 27, 2005) I thought it would be safer to use instead the words ''non-twice-born'' to describe this overwhelming majority of social class before their conversion to Christianity. Sachin Phadte (Jan 27, 2005) book with a longish article by TB Cunha on a topic somewhat linked to the subject.It seems to me that at least on the subject of use of religion by the Portuguese to harass the Hindus and try to force their conversion is correct. Gilbert Lawrence responds: (Jan 28, 2005) In fact your account debunks a whole myth that Hindus were forcible converted by militant Portuguese and their confrontational Catholic counterparts. It would appear from your account, the Christian conversion was the old fashion way - voluntary and a decision for personal (material and / or spiritual) gain. Jose Colaco: (Jan 28, 2005) It is interesting to review your post vis-à-vis that from Sachin. It is absolutely feasible (IS IT NOT) that the lower castes converted to Christianity to get away from the generation to generation subjugation by the higher castes? That after all is also the reason for them to convert from Hinduism to Buddhism, Sikhism and Islam. The horrible Caste based discrimination, and the flight of the oppressed is well known. That does not mean that conversions to Islam and Christianity were ALL voluntary. That, they were not. Gilbert Lawrence: (Jan 30, 2005) What Antonio Menezes writes and you re-emphasize about very many lower caste Hindus joining other religions voluntarily to improve their social and economic status is well established and documented. What Sachin Phadte writes is unfortunately a repetition of what many 'enlightened Goans' have written and continue to write. Who were the loudest detractors of the Inquisition in Goa? Ans: Many Goan Christaums. This was till we requested them to post the statistics. Then some of them wrote where THERE MAY BE some data but none that they could get their hands on. I look forward to Antonio Menezes for the actual documentation of his assertions. Regards.
[Goanet]goan catholics ......who are they ?
hello cip, thank you for taking time off to read my post. i think you and all other goanetters should not take this caste business seriously, which is in any case, in this modern electronic age , is nothing but arrant nonsense. interested, may be, for the sake of intellectual curiosity and may be, more for the entertainment it provides. the word twiceborn ( in sanskrit - dwija , actually meaning more than once ) is rather a misnomer. a soul (i.e. divine spark that escapes from god's energy) roams all over the universe having many many births, deaths, and rebirths not only as a human being but in animal form as well from an ant to an elephant. the divine spark rejoins god's ethereal form once it becomes free from all world impurities i.e. moksha. as to your other queries, i append below few quotations from manusmriti which are self explanatory in para 4 chapter10 : the brahmin (priest) , kshatriya ( ruler ), vaisya ( trader/farmer) are the three twice born castes, but the fourth caste the sudra has only on birth and there is no fifth caste. para 6 to 10 : children born out of mixed caste marriages 1) brahmin man and kshatriya woman 2) brahminvaisya 3) brahmi sudra 4)kshatriyavaisya 5)kshatriya sudra 6) vaisya sudra children begotten by these 6 marriages are traditionally regarded as outcasts which is the fifth class (not caste) para 11 to 13 then there is the sixth class that of untouchables.; these children are from marriages in the opposite casteist direction 1) vaisyaman and kshatriya woman 2) vaisya brahmin 3 kshatriyabrahmin children ( although technically untochables ) of these three marriages are treated rather delicately as they happen to be from the males of the higher castes. 4) sudra man and vaisya woman 5) sudra kshatriya 6) sudrabrahmin children of the ( 4-6 ) marriages are considered to be untouchables and the child of the sudra man and brahmin woman is considered to be the worst untouchable of them all. antonio ps. dear goanetters, please give some more time to answer your queries
[Goanet]Goa Politics; what next?
Goa deserves better than either of the two main political parties. Both Congress and the BJP are unworthy of the Goan People's support. -- Cheers, Gabe. Wimbledon - London England.
[Goanet]BJP led Manohar Parrikar Government - in Constitutional crisis
The Tsunami wave unleashed by Chief Minister Manohar Parrikar has as stated by this writer created a Tsunami wave of another kind for the Parrikar's BJP led Government (June 2002 ) this morning as events began pouring in from the Capital deserted otherwise being a non working day Saturday. While the damocles sword hung precariously on the disqualification petition in the High Court which could unseat two BJP MLAs Mr Rajendra Arlekar and Mr Dayanand Mandrekar and see the election of Jose Philip De Souza and Chandrakant Chodankar, its hearing has been postponed to 3rd February as the amendment to the original petition seeking disqualification was being contested by the Counsel for the respondents ( BJP MLAs) However as things stand at 1730 hrs IST on the desk of Governor Mr S C Jamirs ( who is now in deep consultation with Chief Secretary D S Negi IAS ) the implications over potential Constitutional crisis or legalities is being examined before giving sanction to yet another first of its kind post anti defection law to game plan of the incoming Government if allowed to take over the reigns of power. The plan that is likely to unfurl is to swear Mr Pratapsing Raoji Rane Chief Minister Mr Philip Neri Rodrigues Dy Chief Minister and other as Ministers Mr Atanasio (Babush) Monserrate Mr Francisco (Mickey ) Pacheco Mr Isidore Fernandes (now all these above 3 BJP MLAs who have resigned will have to seek re-elections as the amended Anti Defection law of Dec 2003 necessitates this conditions. Therefore to ensure continuity of the Government and avert a Presidential rule or holding the House in suspended animation until such time a stable Government can be put in place the idea contemplated is to swear the resigned MLAs as Ministers to ensure that they can continue in office until they seek re-election within six months this is a tall order ) But the idea is that come what may the Parrikar Government should go and with a INC alienated Governor and United Progressive Alliance of the Indian National Congress and its over 20 allied this seems to be the time opportune for the INC in Goa who have not tasted power since 24 October 2000 and the future seems uncertain for them until May 2007 as Parrikar went on consolidating his reign-- It seems to be a case of NOW or NEVER for the INC, in Goa Mr Ramkrishna Dhavalikar does not have this problem being the lone MGP MLA and if his defection is confirmed he too will be a Minister. But as of now there is certainity of atleast two of the three resignations viz; Mr Atanasio Babush Monserrate Mr Isidore Fernandes and Mr Francisco (Micky ) Pacheco who just merged his lone member UGDP secular party with the BJP less than 24 hours ago and now has decided to support the Indian National Congress, as the Speakers office has yet to confirm the same (today being a non working day Saturday) In June 2002 the elected representative were as under RULING PARTY Bharatiya Janata Party 01) Rajendra Arlekar 02) Dayanand Mandrekar 03) Manohar Parrikar 04) Digamber Kamat 05) Sadanand Shet 06) Manohar Ajgaonkar 07) Suresh Amonkar 08) Francisco De Souza 09) Ramrao G Desai 10) Vinay Tendulkar 11) Vishwas Satarkar 12) Narhari Haldankar 13) Damu G Naik 14) Vasudev M Gaonkar 15) V Pai Khot 16) R T Patnekar 17) L T Parsekar Independent 01) Filipe Neri Rodrigues allies of ruling party post election Maharashtrawadi Gomantak Party 1) Mr Ramakrishna Dhavalikar 2) Mr Pandurang Madkaikar (defected to BJP) United Goans Democratic Party 1) Mathany Saldanha 2) Atnasio Babush Monserate (defected to BJP) 3) Francisco (Micky) Pacheco (defected to BJP then formed UGDP (S) then back to BJP ) OPPOSITION PARTY 1) Pratapsing Raoji Rane 2) Luisinho Faleiro 3) Joaquim Braz Alemao 4) Jeetenda Deshprabhu 5) Agnelo Fernandes 6) Giovanni Karl Vaz\ 7) Dayanand Narvekar 8) Francisco Sardinha 9) Francisco Silveira 10 Chandrakant Kavlekar 11)Harish P Zantye 12)Subhash Shirodkar 13)Victoria Fernandes 14)Aleixo Sequeira 15)Ravi Sitaram Naik 16)Isidore Fernandes But from June 2002 till date they moved as under 1) Atnasio Babush Monserate (UGDP defected to BJP) 2) Francisco (Micky) Pacheco (UGDP defected to BJP then formed UGDP (S) then merged into BJP ) 3) Isidore Fernandes resigned from INC got re-elected on BJP 4) Mr Pandurang Madkaikar (MGP defected to BJP) However Mr Manohar Parrikar has been claiming that despite the resignations of the three BJP MLA's he says that the allies are still with him. While Mr Pandurang Madkaikar Minister for Transport (BJP) is in Mumbai his Minsister for Tourism Mr Mathany Saldhana UGDP is in Spain and until their resignations are confirmed the rumours could not be given cognizance too. Yet the same time he insists that the strenght of the ruling side be proved on the floor of the Assembly. Alternatively President's rule and fresh elections seems to be the answer is the common refrain of many as in any case seeing
[Goanet]cuncolim - patriots, freedom fighters, etc.,
i would not say that armstrong has used strong arm tactics but it is possible to look at cuncolim's past from an entirely different angle. to recapitulate: by the end of the 16th century, all arable lands of velhas conquistas were in the hands of christian gaumkares or comunidades which were also controlled by the same gaumkares. velhas conquistas were not heavily populated in the 16th century hence there was room for new farmers to move in as there was much surplus uncultivable land. the european missionaries who insisted that there was a place in the sun even for the dharmic lowest of the low, started pressurizing the gaumkares to part with the surplus paddyfields for the use of the impecunious neo christian farmers coming from the surrounding areas of the velhas conquistas. gaumkares from siolim in the north to cuncolim in the south had no other option but to meet the demands of the european missionaries. for they could not afford to disobey as they were surrounded on all sides by the portuguese troops, sea in the west and rivers in the east. but cuncolim was an exception. it is bordered by the jungles of quepem in the east and south and in the north they had river sal as a barrier. so the cuncolim gaumkares who enjoyed a sort of tactical advantage in military language could afford to vent their anger upon the hapless missionaries resulting in the shedding of blood of unarmed priests. antonio
[Goanet]Goa News
http://www.newkerala.com/news-daily/news/features.php?action=fullnewsid=66312 Enquiry ordered into affairs of PDAs: [India News]: Panaji, Jan 28 : Goa Chief Minister Manohar Parrikar today ordered an investigation by Anti-Corruption Bureau into reports that officials of the planning development authorities were indulging in corruption, a day after he stripped the town and country planning minister of his portfolio citing administrative corruption. Parrikar, who relieved Atanasio Monserratte of the ministry yesterday and issued a notification scrapping PDA's in rural areas, told PTI that he had ordered an investigation into reports that officials of the planning and development authorities were indulging in wide-scale corruption and making open demands for money. The Anti Corruption Bureau has been asked to look into these charges, as I was getting a lot of complaints that certain officials in the PDA were making direct demands for money, he said. PTI -- Cheers, Gabe. Wimbledon - London England.
[Goanet]Re: INOX statistics
From Joel's clippings: INOX PROVES SUCCESSFUL: The INOX draws an average of 3,000 viewers daily which goes upto 3,500 on weekends. For Goans, 24 shows are screened daily in the multiplex which has a capacity of 1,200 plus seats.At any given time, only 4 per cent of the total crowd comprises of tourists while the balance is overwhelmingly Goan. Judging the response so far, we are on the right track and our efforts will definitely turn successful, says Rajan Singh, the marketing manager. The daily collection at the multiplex is a whopping Rs.2 lakh. (GT --- Let's do some simple math. 24 shows 3000 viewers = 125 viewers per show 4 theatres with total 1,200 seats = 300 seats average per theatre So we have an average 42% capacity utilisation of seats. Is 42% considered 'successful' in the Movie Theatre Industry? (Of course every movie I have been for had less than 25% of the seats occupied but then maybe I went for the wrong shows -Cecil) Rs. 2,00,000/- is collected from 3,000 viewers every day. That means each viewer pays an average of Rs. 67/-. Strangely every show I have been for has been priced at above Rs. 100/-. But then again maybe I go for the wrong shows. [Cecil Pinto, Jan 27] Back-of-the-envelope number-crunching like the above is always interesting. But it could have been taken a step further. Why not try plugging in 2000 for the number of viewers instead of 3000? You will find that the yield per viewer goes up to Rs 100 and the utilisation rate goes down to 28%. Both seem to correspond with personal experience. The next question: Is the 3000 figure an inadvertent misprint or a deliberately misleading input? Also worth thinking about: Is the total daily take correct or is it something different?
[Goanet]Re: INOX statistics
So we have an average 42% capacity utilisation of seats. Is 42% considered 'successful' in the Movie Theatre Industry? (Of course every movie I have been for had less than 25% of the seats occupied but then maybe I went for the wrong shows -Cecil) Rs. 2,00,000/- is collected from 3,000 viewers every day. That means each viewer pays an average of Rs. 67/-. Strangely every show I have been for has been priced at above Rs. 100/-. But then again maybe I go for the wrong shows. [Cecil Pinto, Jan 27] What if there was a simple typo and it should read 2000 instead of 3000. Then, hey presto!, we would have Rs 100 per viewer and 28% capacity utilisation, both of which correspond with your personal experience!
Re: [Goanet] President Bush and I...
I was waiting to receive permission from Mr. Mario Goveia to share some of his private classified information with you, in my response to his latest post under this thread. Unfortunately, I have not received any response from him. Perhaps, that information is too classified to be shared with the public, or he is too busy defending the honor of George W. Bush and his righteous ideology in some other sector of cyberspace. I suspect that a significant portion of the cyberspace has been designated to be under his prosecutorial jurisdiction by an order from the highest levels of the U.S. government. Therefore, I can only provide you with a few brief insipid responses to some of his insightful comments. The spicy details of his crusade against liberals, leftists, psychopaths, islamofascists, terrorists, pigs, ignoramuses, etc will have to wait for another day, subject to his approval. --- Mario Goveia [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Cornel, look what you get me into. You try to pull my leg and the irascible Mr. Helekar takes the opportunity to jump into the deep end once again. Mr. Goveia is again very charitable to me here. What he really thinks of me is actually much worse than what is revealed in the above insulting remark, made jokingly. Now, in this post he continues to give us further examples of his world-class skill with the abusive adjective and adverb: As I told him privately, I must admit that the adjectives and adverbs I used, were carefully chosen to elicit an emotional outburst from him. The outburst could consist of one or more of the following: a) a nice selection of expletives; b) derogatory references such as terrorism supporter, Saddam supporter, Islamofascist, anti-liberation gang member, anti-semite, and anti-American; c) at least 5 repetitions of the words freedom and democracy, Iraq, Al Zarqawi, Haroon Siddiqui, and context and perspective; d) a sentence in capital letters; or e) a fresh new reproduction of quotes from one of my previous posts, especially one showing how I feel about him. Ladies and gentlemen, I believe the evidence points to the accused, one Santosh Helekar, who stands indicted by his own vicious verbiage. As you can see, besides being a ferocious defender of those who are with George W. Bush and a vilifier of the rest of the world, Mr. Goveia is a stern prosecutor. He indicts anyone who deviates from the blast-faxed or blast-emailed slogans and talking points of his righteous ideology. You have no idea how much behind the scene effort has been invested into his prosecutorial activities on Goanet. Unfortunately, I cannot reveal the details of this backbiting effort until Mr. Goveia gives me permission to do so. Considering the amount of courage and defiance that he has shown in this forum, I am confident that he will grant me that permission. I will try to show gentle persistence at making this request for permission every time I have a chance to respond to Mr. Goveia in the future. Cheers, Santosh
[Goanet]Goa govt on shaky ground - www.rediff.com
Goa govt on shaky ground Sandesh Prabhudesai, Panaji | January 29, 2005 12:38 IST http://in.rediff.com/news/2005/jan/29goa.htm The Bharatiya Janata Party-led Goa government on Saturday stood on shaky ground as two of its MLAs resigned from the party and two ministers quit the Cabinet. Congress member of Parliament Churchill Alemao, while confirming the news, told rediff.com that his party will topple the government in 24 hours. Babush Monserette, who was dropped from the council of ministers by Chief Minister Manohar Parrikar two days ago, resigned from the party early on Saturday along with party colleague Isidore Fernandes. Fernandes was elected on a BJP ticket just two months ago. Almost simultaneously, Public Works Minister Sudin Dhawalikar of the Maharashtrawadi Gomantak Party and Water Resources Minister Philip Neri Rodrigues, an Independent, withdrew their support to the government. Though Tourism Minister Mathany Saldhana, the third minister belonging to the United Goans Democratic Party, is away in Spain, his party functionaries have also submitted a letter to Governor S C Jamir withdrawing support to the Parrikar government. Jamir, who had left for Nagaland on Friday, cut short his trip and flew back to Goa from Mumbai on Saturday morning. Even after the resignation of two of its legislators, the BJP has 19 members in the 40-member House. However, with the MGP, the UGDP and an Independent withdrawing their support, there is a big question mark on its government. The 15-member Congress is supported by NCP legislator Dr Wilfred de Souza. The Congress' strength will rise to 18 if the two ministers who have quit the government join its camp. You just wait and see how we topple the government, said Alemao. - Forwarded by www.goa-world.com = Thought for Today:Don't trust the appearances, the bragging man can be a very poor and stupid fellow. Gulf Goans e-Newsletter yahoogroups.com/group/gulf-goans/ Moderator Gaspar Almeida /Presented by Uly Menezes www.goa-world.com/goa/ since 1994. Thanks for the continued support of the www.goa-world.com/goa/ team. __ Do you Yahoo!? The all-new My Yahoo! - Get yours free! http://my.yahoo.com
Re: [Goanet] U.S.A should be spreading freedom
By the way, I'm sorry for Mr. Hallums but he does not belong to the US armed forces. I understand he was in Iraq on his own as a civilian contractor, so Mr. Bush is not the one who pushed him into any hellhole. Seems like everytime the Americans are caught spying, they come running to Canada saying, Please help get us out of here. Note: They do not run to the American President, they turn to Canadians :-O It happened to a group of Americans in Iran. It happened to Terry Anderson in Lebanon. Mervyn2.0 Ps. Terry is your neighbour in Ohio. After he was released, the US admitted he was a former CIA official.. __ Post your free ad now! http://personals.yahoo.ca
[Goanet]Two BJP MLAs resign from Goa assembly
Two BJP MLAs resign from Goa assembly NDTV Correspondent Saturday, January 29, 2005 (Panaji): Two BJP MLAs, including former minister Atanasio Monserratte, today resigned from the Goa legislative assembly. Monserratte and Isidore Fernandes submitted their letters to the Legislative Secretary stating they were resigning from the House. I have been humiliated in such a way that I thought it is better to go home, said Monserratte. Monserratte had on Friday resigned from the state cabinet saying he did not have any moral duty to continue after Chief Minister Manohar Parrikar suddenly stripped him of the key portfolio of Town and Country Planning on Thursday. In an immediate response, Congress MLAs have gone to the Governor claiming that they have the numbers to form the government. In the 40-member House, 21 seats belong to the BJP while the Congress has 15 seats. Four seats belong to the Independents. The Congress says they have the support of the independents and some BJP MLAs. (With PTI inputs) - Forwarded by Gaspar Almeida, www.goa-world.com __ Do you Yahoo!? Yahoo! Mail - Helps protect you from nasty viruses. http://promotions.yahoo.com/new_mail
[Goanet]Konkani Drama 'Noora'
Konkani drama Noora After a gap of twenty-five years your favourite singer is presenting his silver jubilee hit drama Noora on Firday, April 8, 2005 at Hawally A/C Hall. Well known and famous stage artistes both from Goa and Kuwait will take part in this drama. This drama was released, produced and dircted by Micheal DSilva in 1980, and performed more than 25 shows within a short span of time in Goa. After a hiatus of 25 years. Noora has been revived and is coming to Kuwait with a new look, dialogues, songs and comedy. Watch out for more details and remember its Micheal DSilva production. Arab Times = http://www.goa-world.net/poems http://www.goa-world.net/poems/lino __ Do you Yahoo!? The all-new My Yahoo! - Get yours free! http://my.yahoo.com
[Goanet]The controversial VCD on Goa
Hello Gabe, It was not in good taste, to read the article Sachin wrote. And it shows his mentality. I was assuming him to be a well read, and educated person, and write a well researched article on the subject. but somehow it proved wrong. His support for a VCD, it shows his hatred for non Hindus, and I bet if he has seen the movie DEV of Amitab Baachan, than the role of the top Police guy, Om Puri, is a perfect role for him.As he has passed his judgement in the quality of the VCD. I wonder what would happen if this movie was a compulsary viewing in the Schools. Cheers Jerry Fernandes Date: Fri, 28 Jan 2005 13:18:01 + From: Gabe Menezes [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: goanet@goanet.org Subject: Re: [Goanet]The controversial VCD on Goa Reply-To: goanet@goanet.org On Thu, 27 Jan 2005 12:21:10 +0530, Sachin Phadte [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: It seems to me that at least on the subject of use of religion by the Portuguese to harass the Hindus and try to force their conversion is correct . On the subject of the article, the script of the film seems to be accurate. Sachin Phadte Dear Mr. Phadte, I have already written to inform, that what is in contention, is the fact that the Christian/Catholic Religion and icons as well as religious symbols are being denigrated and demonized in the VCD. What part of my previous post and this piece don't you understand?? Cheers. Gabe. _ FREE pop-up blocking with the new MSN Toolbar - get it now! http://toolbar.msn.click-url.com/go/onm00200415ave/direct/01/
Re: [Goanet] The meaning of solidarity
--- Mario Goveia [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Tariq does not understand how those opposing the liberation of Iraq are in solidarity with the brutal Iraqi insurgents and are providing them with support. He very nicely asks me to take the time to explain how this works and I will be glad to do so. Mario patiently tries to explain: I thought no one would ever ask how this works. It's all in the meaning of the word solidarity, yaar. The word means: A union of interests, purposes, or sympathies among members of a group; fellowship of responsibilities and interests. Haroon Siddiqui and you oppose the liberation of Iraq. Al Zarqawi opposes the liberation of Iraq. Ipso facto: A fellowship of interests is created. Eureka, You all have Solidarity!!! When did Haroon bhai or I say that we oppose the liberation of Iraq? We oppose the war in Iraq. In any case, using your analogy - You wanted George Bush elected, Osama bin Laden wanted George Bush elected. Therefore, Mario is a supporter of Osama bin Laden. -Tariq __ Do you Yahoo!? Yahoo! Mail - You care about security. So do we. http://promotions.yahoo.com/new_mail
[Goanet]Fahrenheit 9/11
We had the privilege of watching the movie last night on our local T.V. It was a real eye opener, took us back to when Al Gore was robbed of the Presidency, because not one single Senator would back the U.S. American blacks. Truly the House of Bush are one helluva formidable people. I can now see that it is futile to try and fight/argue with such a force - including their supporters. There were 42 members of the Bin Laden family in the U.S. at the time of the destruction of the twin towers. They were allowed to leave the U.S. without interrogation because of their connections to the Bush family. Next stop Tehran, unless Blair and the other European leaders can do something. How many youngsters joining the Armed Forces ? According to the Film there is a dearth of applications. -- Cheers, Gabe. Wimbledon - London England.
[Goanet]RE: [Goanet-news]GOANET ADMIN: ANNOUCEMENT of INITIATIVES
Dear Hernan, Feedback is vital for any organistion profit or nonprofit. I must say Goanet has grown strength to strength. The only reason i see is selfless dedication and a clear goal. Kudos to this positive minded and focused team. It would be sad to see JOEL parting may the good lord bless him in his future endeavour. It would be naive to suggest a few thoughts even before browsing l your website. However i would love to see a situations vacant column posted by NIZ GOAENKARS or GOA friends. This could be in GOA or any part of the world. Secondly some Goan HEROES who have left an indelible mark on society living or dead. This could be ENTRERENURES, MANAGERS, INTELECTUALS, SPORTSPERSON, WRITERS et al. Most importantly Goans who have made a mark in the mainstream, SERVICES, IAS Goanet has the means and potential to focus on these aspects, lest we excel in our comfort zones, indulge in efficent mediocrity and complacency. Viva Goa, Marsh. From: Herman Carneiro [EMAIL PROTECTED] Reply-To: goanet@goanet.org To: goanet@goanet.org, goanet-news@goanet.org Subject: [Goanet-news]GOANET ADMIN: ANNOUCEMENT of INITIATIVES Date: Thu, 27 Jan 2005 21:36:42 -0500 ## # Don't just read the news... discuss it. Learn more about Goa via Goanet# # Goanet is a 10-year-old network launched by Herman Carneiro in 1994. # # See all archives http://news.gmane.org/gmane.culture.region.india.goa/ # # To join, write to [EMAIL PROTECTED] and ask to join GoanetDigest. # ## Dear Goanet members, In connection with Goanet's 10th anniversary, and plans to become even more meaningful to our readers in cyberspace, we have been working on a number of ideas over the past few months. Over the past few years, we have launched the Cybermatrimonials network. It puts interested people in touch with each other, and builds links leveraging cyberspace. This, together with the 'birthdays/anniversaries initiative', has been well appreciated by our readership. In the coming weeks, we will be announcing some new initiatives. But the immediate one is the launch of Goanet News Service and a network called Goanet- Careers. We are currently finalising the launch of the Goanet News Service, which will bring in some special and exclusive coverage from, on and about Goa. We are specially looking at how we can go beyond the mainstream, newspaper- based news circuit in Goa. We see Goanet as contributing to play a positive role in creating more space for the average Goan (and friend of Goa) to express themselves. We also look forward to bringing out more content that would be relevant to Goanetters of diverse age groups, interests and nationalities. News has long been a vital input for Goanet. We recognise its importance in keeping the Goan diaspora connected with Goa, in helping them understand their roots, and in playing a more critical role in making a difference to Goa and the lives of the people of the region, wherever they may be currently living. We are in the process of revamping our news setup, and should have better options shortly in place. You can expect to see the impact of the changes within the next fortnight. In the meantime, we would like to thank Joel D'Souza (GoaCom) and wish him well, for the news-summaries he has been offering our readers. Joel has followed the footsteps of Vishwas Chavan and Frederick Noronha, and has been one who has sent out daily news to the members of Goanet. Joel moves on to pursue other endeavours. His last news clippings will be posted at the end of January. We appreciate his contribution! Goanet-Careers is oriented towards career-related issues for our readers. More information will follow. How you can help Goanet: * Be a volunteer to report news happenings in your Goan community. * Be a volunteer to draw Goanet's attention to breaking news in cyberspace. * Opt to volunteer as a 'Goanet Overseas Ambassador', a 'GOA' island wherever you're located, building links between Goanet and the wider community of Goans and people interested in Goa. * Give feedback and suggestions regarding Goanet and its content. * Forward copies of news and postings to non-Goanetters (family and friends), and suggest that they sign-up if they'd benefit from this service. It is important to us that you give us feedback during this process so that we can tailor our services to provide you with the information you want and to do it efficiently and effectively. Your feedback matters! Thank you Goanetters for your support in the past decade as we continue to undertake our innovative journey in unchartered cyberwaters. Yours sincerely, Herman Carneiro Chair Goanet Admin GOANET -- BUILDING SOCIAL CAPITAL SINCE 1994. Social capital refers to the collective value of all 'social networks' and the inclinations that arise from these networks to do things for
[Goanet]Hindi tutor needed from Feb
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[Goanet]AICHEA DISSAK CHINTOP (THOUGHT FOR TODAY) Jan 29, 2005!
Choddxeo amkam zai asleleo vostu marog punn barik chintlear amkam dhadoxi korteleo vostu funkott mevtat zoxe porim mog, sontos, somandan, hanso, famil ani ixttagot. (Most of the things we desire are expensive but come to think of it, the things that can satisfy us are free - love, joy, peace, laughter, family and friendship.) Moi-mogan, Domnic Fernandes Anjuna/Dhahran, KSA _ Don't just search. Find. Check out the new MSN Search! http://search.msn.com/
