[Goanet] Parikar perfect

No politicians of Goan origin has occupied volumes of space in print media and social platform till this date. The social and electronic media is abuzz with curious details and anecdotes recalling his memory. His being on central Ministry of defence has added and enhanced his worth and

[Goanet] Cyclone kills in Beira

*Cyclone Idai might have killed more than 1,000 people in Mozambique, said the country's President, Filipe Nyusi.* One of the worst affected areas is the port city of Beira, which has been almost completely destroyed, according to the Red Cross. The official death toll, which stands at 84, is

Re: [Goanet] Mr Manohar Parrikar RIP.

He’s probably confused him with Rajanbab. Roland > On Mar 18, 2019, at 7:17 PM, Frederick Noronha > wrote: > > I do not believe Manohar Parrikar was "an occasional contributor to > postings on Goanet". Correct me if wrong. FN > > On Tue, 19 Mar 2019 at 04:02, MELVYN FERNANDES < >

[Goanet] Manohar Parrikar, last journey - Pics and video

Manohar Parrikar, goodbye Manohar Parrikar, Chief Minister of Goa died on 17.3.2019 , funeral took place on 18th March 2019 at Miramar beach next to Dayanand Bandodkar Samadhi or memorial. Chief Minister's mortal remains were kept at Kala Academy for public to pay last respect from

Re: [Goanet] Mr Manohar Parrikar RIP.

I do not believe Manohar Parrikar was "an occasional contributor to postings on Goanet". Correct me if wrong. FN On Tue, 19 Mar 2019 at 04:02, MELVYN FERNANDES < melvynfernan...@virginmedia.com> wrote: > > I was saddened to hear the news of Mr Parrikar Chief Minister of Goa and > former Defence

[Goanet] Chowkidar Chor Hain (The Gatekeeper is the Thief)

Why Narendra Modi's #MainBhiChowkidar Campaign Is Sheer Hypocrisy https://thewire.in/politics/narendra-modi-main-bhi-chowkidar-corruption Who said only the Congress Party was corrupt? Roland. Toronto.

[Goanet] Congress cries foul, hints at legal step

http://www.navhindtimes.in/congress-cries-foul-hints-at-legal-step/ -- DEV BOREM KORUM Gabe Menezes.

[Goanet] The Complicated Legacies of an Uncomplicated Man (Mint, 19/3/2019)

https://www.livemint.com/opinion/online-views/opinion-the-legacies-of-an-uncomplicated-manohar-parrikar-1552938370067.html Contradictions characterize the life story and political trajectory of Manohar Gopalkrishna Prabhu Parrikar, who was cremated yesterday with full state honours in Panjim, the

[Goanet-News] POST-MIDNIGHT DRAMA: Pramod Sawant takes oath as new Chief Minister of Goa, 11 ministers sworn-in [Indian Express]

Pramod Sawant takes oath as new Chief Minister of Goa, 11 ministers sworn-in New Goa CM Pramod Sawant Swearing-In LIVE Updates: Pramod Sawant is the new chief minister of the state following the death of Manohar Parrikar. By Express Web Desk |New Delhi | Updated: March 19, 2019 2:58:32 am 305

[Goanet] Hanna Remembers

An old Bene-Israel Jewish woman in Australia remembers her youth in Bombay. https://youtu.be/LrdG7O0UIO4 Roland. Toronto.

[Goanet] AYUSH, Shripad Naik and Narendra Modi...

These comments come by way of: Dr. Sumaiya Shaikh @Neurophysik Neuroscientist, PhD, Author | Research: Violent Aggression | LiU hospital, Sweden | Fact-checking @AltNewsScience Sweden, Australia, Gujarat sumaiyashaikh.com Mr

[Goanet] Mr Manohar Parrikar RIP.

Mr Manohar Parrikar RIP. I was saddened to hear the news of Mr Parrikar Chief Minister of Goa and former Defence Minister of India had passed away. He was also an occasional contributor to postings on Goanet. Condolences to his Family. A seven day official state mourning has been announced

[Goanet] The Evil Men Do Lives After Them

Biology of a carcinoma: Cataloguing the public sins of an arrogant public servant. https://m.facebook.com/16294586103/posts/2370256516527478/ Roland. Toronto.

[Goanet] POST-MIDNIGHT DRAMA: Pramod Sawant takes oath as new Chief Minister of Goa, 11 ministers sworn-in [Indian Express]

Pramod Sawant takes oath as new Chief Minister of Goa, 11 ministers sworn-in New Goa CM Pramod Sawant Swearing-In LIVE Updates: Pramod Sawant is the new chief minister of the state following the death of Manohar Parrikar. By Express Web Desk |New Delhi | Updated: March 19, 2019 2:58:32 am 305

[Goanet] A Papiya Group

I indulge your patience. Am fascinated by the “Papiya” phenomenon. Here is a group praying in front of a roadside cross, an icon common in East Indian Catholic villages in Bombay. Leaving aside political correctness, East Indian men love the bottle, like their Goan and Mangalorean

[Goanet-News] Darryl, the editor who didn't want to be called Sir (Olav Albuquerque, for Goanet Reader)

Darryl, the editor who didn't want to be called Sir Olav Albuquerque dro...@rediffmail.com The funerals of Darryl D’Monte and Manohar Parrikar followed each other in quick succession. I had the privilege of working under D'Monte and meeting Parrikar on four occasions. But Darryl never met

[Goanet] Darryl, the editor who didn't want to be called Sir (Olav Albuquerque, for Goanet Reader)

Darryl, the editor who didn't want to be called Sir Olav Albuquerque dro...@rediffmail.com The funerals of Darryl D’Monte and Manohar Parrikar followed each other in quick succession. I had the privilege of working under D'Monte and meeting Parrikar on four occasions. But Darryl never met

[Goanet] CCR TV Schedule for 19th March 2019

CCR TV GOA Cable Channel of God's love Kindly pass around the word to your friends and relatives in any part of the globe that they can keep track of all the CCR TV output (including our archives) via the simple-to-use, free-to download CCR TV app from the Google Playstore.

[Goanet] (no subject)

The next C.M of Goa The aspirations of Sudin , MGP were scuttled by Vijay Sardessai, who had none of it with all his plans A B C etc Neither anybody would vote for Vijay for that matter The choice had to be from BJP and strong the party with its connection at the centre. The threat of time

[Goanet] GOODBYE PARRIKAR

The body of CM  late Mr Manohar Gopalkrishna Prabhu Parrikar  a gaud Saraswat Brahman  lying in state at the Kala Academy Campal Panaji this afternoon for the public veneration. )see picture) Parrikar  a widower  with two sons was also an ex student of Loyola High School, Margao in the early

[Goanet] The Papiyas of Bombay’s Suburbs

You will find them in groups in the East Indian villages of Vasai (Bassein), Manori, Gorai, Borivli, Amboli, Vakola and Thana. Papiyas – Special Prayers and Hymns at Lenten time 11th Mar 2018bonasoares *Papiya is a Marathi word which means Penitents. *Papiyas or Devaats as they are called, are a

[Goanet] Childhood nursery rhyme

Humpty Dumpty sat on a wall, Humpty Dumpty had a great fall; All the king's horses and all the king's men Couldn't put Humpty together again. BC

[Goanet] Mango, India's natioal fruit

I am delightfully enlightened to read Roland Francis's information about the origin of the Mango, my favorite fruit.I had heard that  Potatoes  and Cashews came from the Americas.  I am not an authority on this.  But RolandFrancis makes a convincing argument about the origin of the Mango.

[Goanet] ALONGSIDE THE BRICKBATS GOA POLICE DESERVE OUR CONCERN TOO

The current pathetic and very appalling working conditions of the police constabulary in particular is an issue that needs to be dealt on a priority by Goa’s new Director General of Police Pranab Nanda. The policemen are made to work long hours which needless to say is taking a toll on their

Re: [Goanet] Goanet Digest, Vol 14, Issue 97 GOAN SAINT

On Saturday, March 16, 2019, 5:31:57 p.m. CDT, Adolfo Mascarenhas wrote: I appreciate your point about The Ugandan Saints...yes they should be less busy. Must tell my friends in Uganda...to pray hard that they be spared from Their Chief Minister now in his sixth term...that also means  prayers

Re: [Goanet] Goan Saints

Filomena Giese (my Goan friend, not wife), is one of the people primarily responsible for Saint Joseph Vaz's canonization. My role was minor. Please read "A Man, a Woman and their Tryst with Destiny", see  https://josephnaikvaz.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/A.pdf Regards, George Pinto

[Goanet] The Story of Mango, India's National Fruit

Thanks for bringing this to the forefront for discussion Adolfo. The Portuguese-Jesuit-Brazilian-Goan/Indian connection could be merely the stuff of Goan urban legend. You are correct in saying that the mango is an old Indian fruit. This article says it goes back to millions of years. After

[Goanet] Politicians are a special breed

Every politician wants to remain in saddle, Once having tasted power , it is like addiction to opium , seek it no matter what.Politicians stick to power and position like limpets .They vouch for sacrifices to the general public at immense personal costs to their personal life and family

[Goanet] Fwd: Song for the day....Thumbelina Dance, Thumbelina Sing

Who remembers this when we were very young? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OvnNVVP8ijM G -- DEV BOREM KORUM Gabe Menezes.