To Goanet -
http://www.parrikar.com/blog/2010/07/25/monsoon-bliss-in-chorao
Regards,
r
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*Into the Diaspora
DAILY GROOK #766
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SARCASM SPASM
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by Francis Rodrigues
whilst royal humour
tends to be caustic,
that of the emperor
is real czarcastic!
*GREAT ALL-OCCASION GIFT* http://www.KonkaniSongBook.com
http://www.tehelka.com/story_main46.asp?filename=Ne310710bullets.asp
Do watch the Slideshow. Remember these are NCC. In another situation they
could be our kids, enlisted to hammer villagers.
venantius j pinto
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IS YOURS one of the stories of Goans on board the S.S.
Dwarka, or at
Title: Who the bleep cares about Water-cooler boy?
By: Selma Carvalho
Source: Goan Voice UK Daily Newsletter 25 July 2010 at www.goanvoice.org.uk
As a child I was rather scrawny. Having inherited the thin gene from my
mother's side of the family, I was a sad collection of bones loosely knit
This query would have gone first to Selma Carvalho if she were not so
busy with her book launch of 'In the Diaspora Wilderness' in England.
But there may be others who know the answers to my questions about, as
I think maritime history is one of the favourite subjects of History
Ph. D scholars of
Maternal nephew of King Biset of Goa...buried on Table Mountain! Goans out
of Goa? A friend has chanced upon his grave on a visit to Table Mountain;
there is an inscription depicting him as a Prince of Goa
http://www.nuradeen.com/archives/Reflections/CapeTown/SheikhYusufOfMacassar.pdf
--
DEV
I had a look at one chapter of Selma's book when she wished me to
check it for any historical innacuracies that could have escaped her.
At another stage she wished to know how does an historian handle the
delicate issue of mentioning details that could upset someone still
liiving and with
--- On Fri, 7/23/10, Jim Fernandes amigo...@att.net wrote:
Let me repeat this once again, I have set you in my cross-wires as the next
target. You are messing with the wrong guy.
So what else is new? Instead of logic and reason, we have another instance of
the same senseless verbal exercise
Some more:-
*Name: Sheikh Yusuf*
Other names (also known as): Abadin Tadia Tjoessoep
Where: Macassar at Faure
Location/Directions:
From the N2 highway, take exit 33 (Baden Powell turn-off), turn left into
Macassar Road and proceed to Faure Kramat (follow directional signs).
Lifespan: 1626 -
So you took out one target. I assume even though you live in New York City,
you did not use Mafia tactics. May be what you did was neutralized / neutered
/
made miskut. Mercifully, you have spared us from knowing his name -
obviously tongue-in-cheek statement.:=)). I am fairly certain it is
Real fun watching Goan cyberspace's No. 1
Spam Hound (SH) squirm, with none of his
sneer-buddies backing up his false bluster!
Even more hilarious - neuro Helekar who
spent the better part of a year spitting
out authoritative quotes at poor Fr. Ivo,
now feebly quotes the widely-discredited
The Public Accounts Committee of the Goa Legislative Assembly should summon
Goa’s controversial Advocate General Mr. Subodh Kantak to seek his
explanation on the allegations of financial impropriety against him. The
Public Accounts Committee should enquire about the wasteful and illegal
payments
I think, the author of the article Lisa Miller is not saying that people
have converted to Hinduism in the formal sense. She is saying that the
philosophical aspects of Hinduism is being accepted by more and more people.
In any case, it may be useful to understand some of the things that are
Fr. Ivo in reply to above post, wrote on Sat, 24 Jul 2010 saying: .. In
short, Christian conversion is a birthright in the secular democracy. ...If
all Hindus and men of goodwill had thought in this way, India would be
really shining!...
Further to my earlier post of today on above subject I was
You are twisting my words here, Santosh. As is clear from the context,
I am specifically referring to the point of whether a supposedly
secular State should lay down bans on any particular food based on the
eating preferences of a section of the population.
Last words to you! FN
FN wrote:
How
Frederick Noronha wrote:
I am specifically referring to the point of whether a supposedly
secular State should lay down bans on any particular food based on the
eating preferences of a section of the population.
So what level of purity is right to be accepted? Maneka Gandhi has
some good
I am quite surprised by this debate (Goanet and Goa's Media) on reservation
to minorities Catholic’s. As (Frederick Noronha, rightly pointed out
this outburst is nothing but a political statement from Mr Parrikar to find
favour with Catholics voters circa 2012, so let’s not fall for his bait. I
To Goanet -
Frederick Noronha wrote:
JC, It is fashionable on Goanet these days specially to project
those we disagree with as fanatics, holding extremist views, while
believing that our own views are very centralist (as if that's not
a political position!) and unbiased.
I, on the other
It would be appropriate for Mr Kalmadi clarify why beef is banned for
Commonwealth Games 2010. Was it because of PETA or RSS? Is he suspecting
shortage of cows? Why was it was not banned when India hoisted Asian Games
(1951 and 1982)? By the way Qatar hosted 2006 games but pork was not
banned.
Dear Dr Jose,
I do not blame the organisers or the Govt. of the day; I know it is the RSS and
BJP and other saffron wallahs who are threatening disruption and possible
terror at the Games, if Beef or Cow meat is served; hence the decision.If the
nations withdraw from the Games, then it will
Fr. Ivo, after admiring his friend Dr. Santosh Helekar, wrote: .. In short,
Christian conversion is a birthright in the secular democracy. ...If all
Hindus and men of goodwill had thought in this way, India would be really
shining!...
After reading Fr. Ivo's 2nd sermon (which according to Fr. Ivo
Dear Members
Due to unforeseen circumstances, we, the board of directors, have come
to a decision to merge the QGA pageant and the St. Francis Xavier Feast
which will be held on Saturday, December 4, 2010. Please note that the
QGA pageant is not cancelled, just postponed to December 4, 2010.
No beef on menu during Commonwealth Games: Kalmadi
Why are we jumping to religious and political reasons?
It is a known fact that we, Indians, have been a failure at the Olympics
(and other major sporting events) as far as medals concerned. People
have always criticized us for failing to win
Dear Agnelo,
You have made my day Sir, with this choicest write-up.
Every single thing that you have pointed out is true.
But we Goans have become filled with flatulance and our insides are getting
bloated up so much that sooner than later we are going to explode and stink
our beautiful Goa.
HISTORY HOUR
XAVIER CENTRE OF HISTORICAL RESEARCH
Cordially invites you to a talk and discussion on
FOLK PLAYS OF SALCETE
by
Dr José Pereira
Xavier Centre of Historical Research
Alto Porvorim
Wednesday, 28 July 2010
5.30 pm
Tel: 2417772 ; 2414971
del...@dataone.in
Before I get to the more important aspect of this discussion (the take-off), I
would like to express my views on the topic of this thread. I concur with
the Indian govt.'s position, which is reasoned and well-balanced!
When one arrives at a host's house, it is important for the host to be
Dear Nascy,
I am glad you see the greater good which will be achieved by the non-sale of
beef dishes at the Games.
And, you have correctly assessed the possibility of the chaos which might
have resulted but for this ban. Let us never forget that politics is a
strange and complex game mastered by
It is indeed sad to know that Adv. Leo Velho, the Ex-MLA of Navelim is no
more, may the Lord bless his soul and grant him eternal Peace in Paradise.
Well I know him also in another but unfortunate way, I was one of his
election compaigner during those times and he knew me in that way too.
From The New York Times:
A Winning Formula for Hard Economic Times
By ANAND GIRIDHARADAS
More than frugal innovation, jugaad is a way of life in India that has
anticipated important movements of the 21st century, from open-source
technology to cultural fusion.
Hi all,
The Sunday Evening Quiz Club’s next quiz will be held on the 1st of
August 2010 at 5 pm at the CCP Hall in Panaji. The event is free and
open to all. For more details, log on to www.seqc.blogspot.com.
Regards,
Rajiv
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IS YOURS one of the stories of Goans on board the S.S.
Mr U. G. Barad seems to have only negatives to discuss. The only agenda of
your debate is to belittle the Catholics... I bless you! We need good
people like you to guide us. But, One request go and read (if your are
Hindu then I presume you have) the Vedic Literature which shows us at least
Not really in my view. There are many an athletes who are vegetarian
and winners.
The winning Kenyans may not have been vegetarian but were winners
likely on limited food and came from improvised backgrounds (Kipchoge
'Kip' Keino). Brazilian footballers don't exactly come from homes with
three
Ekta Kapoor can , Wilmix-Sharon cannot
Renowned Goan entertainers Wilmix and Sharon have finally been granted
the censor certificate for their upcoming Konkani film, ‘Tum Kitem
Kortolo Aslo ?” but not without amendments. Having completed the
shooting of this film by the beginning of this
Respected Editor,
Re:Messagge no.11.
Fr Ivo has really taken pains to explain what religions mean.In fact
In no ancient literature records,there is no mention of the word Hindu.
Vedas,Upanishads,Ramayana Mahabharata or any other ancient literature,the
word Hindu is not seen.What the
For those on the list interested on the issues relating to the burqa can
read the enclosed three articles.
Best regards,
U. G. Barad
The burka empowering women? You must be mad, minister
Author: Yasmin Alibhai-brown
Publication: Daily Mail
Date: July 21, 2010
URL:
CONGRATULATIONS
The Chairman, President, Managing Committee and Members of the Goan
Cultural Centre-Kuwait takes pride in congratulating the Indian Football
Referees Association (IFRA's) new managing committee
and wish them well.
Carmo Santos
Hon. President
Goan Cultural Centre-Kuwait
While photographing a monsoon stream in our campus ( it feeds our Bondval
lake) , this spinning vortex, a dynamic nursery of bubbles was noticed and
on the spot as I tried to hold the Sony cybershot camera steady, came out a
poem spontaneously as I was transfixed by the rotating motion and the
Herald Correspondent
Porvorim, July 24
[MMC in the course of years has allowed new shops, hawkers, stalls and fruit
vendors to occupy all these lanes in the market, which has caused congestion
and chaos in the market.]
The Mapusa Nagrikancho Ekvott has filed a contempt petition in the High
Dear Goanetters
It is with disgust that I write... that finally I am enjoying someone like
JF who I do not even know personally.
not even SH. but this I am the last word episode series must end.
If someone says enough..give him breathing space.
Do not always try to prove I am the last word.
Dear All,
Thank you so very much to all those who wrote in to wish me well, who bought
the
book, who spread the word, who assisted in every way possible in bringing this
book to fruition. Quite frankly I'm lost for words as to how amazingly
supportive the Goan community has been. I leave you
Goenkars
WORLD ALLIANCE OF GOAN ASSOCIATIONS - AFRICA
22nd August, 2010
Proudly presents :
WORLD GOA DAY - NAIROBI - KENYA
http://worldgoaday2010.blogspot.com/2010/07/world-goa-day-2010-nairobi.html
rene barreto
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WORLD GOA DAY
Here's another oldie to start your week!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Jc2IamynZms
--
DEV BOREM KORUM
Gabe Menezes.
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Goa News from Google News and Goanet.org
Visit http://www.goanet.org/newslinks.php for the full stories.
*** Goa to be an International Arbitration centre - Moily -
digITal Goa
re-some-aberrations-in-judiciary-admits-Veerappa-Moily/articleshow/6215633.cmsThere
are some aberrations in judiciary,
In the following Gilbert resorts to demonization, instead of sticking to a
sober rational discussion. Here is his quote:
QUOTE
To the second issue on this thread, Santosh's terminology and practice as
stated below is from one end of the spectrum. It is identical to the same
approach from the
Please identify this place
http://www.flickr.com/photos/joegoaukchurches2/4799891607/
Clue:
We did talk about the place recenlty
Ok, it's not in the South
joego...@yahoo.co.uk
for Goa NRI related info...
http://in.groups.yahoo.com/group/GOAN-NRI/
For Goan Video Clips
25 July 2010. UK Goan Festival. Those who could not walk, came and others
began reading it eagerly as they walked away ... For a photo, see
http://www.flickr.com/photos/90182...@n00/4828558514/
25 July 2010, Selma Carvalho writes: The Gods decided to bless us with one
of those rare days in
Dr Lawrence,
My family and I were away on a weekend getaway checking out the great mansions
and enjoying the ambience of Newport, Rhode Island. We just got back a little
while ago and decided to go through my inbox.
I found your note rather amusing. No, I didn't have to use any of my boys
After Gilbert and Marshall, now another member with personal issues is
discharging his puerile potshots at me again. Speaking of backing up, it
appears that all the backing up is being done by the now defunct FCA Rodriquez
and Company. Most of these characters who have never shown any ability
hi guys i hope u guys are fine and i hope you will like theres songs pls have a
nice day and always stay blessed with mog from jjaneson
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SS9-B2DUOlQ Konkani Song - Ekvott Sambavcho
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7LfFN02CMM8 KONKANI MOG TUZO KITLO
this person u g barad is clearly a saffron propagandist. his posts are
abominable.
From: U. G. Barad
Further to my earlier post of today on above subject I was taken aback
when I opened 9th page of Times of India - Goa addition. This page takes
detailed stock of how Italian catholic church
*** Rains Lash Goa ***
** Water shortage in some Parts **
Heavy Rains...many Rivers...yet water shortage...Why?
Shortage of Good Governance
To enjoy the visual cartoon please visit: www.alexyztoons.com
Site sponsored by www.goasudharop.org
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Still following me around, I see!
Down, Lobo, sit! There...go, fetch!
Yes, Lobo, fetch and post that incriminating email of
mine apparently spamming you, AND your complaint to
my email provider (sic), lol! C'mon, we're calling your
bluff, dude - 14,000 thirsty Goanetters await thy revelation.
Great poem and recital by NK, maybe there should a sequel to Sholay. Kitne aam
admi teh'?
BC
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Dwarka, or at the Strait of Hormuz, Basra or Bahrain, Dubai,
Swindon, Mombasa, Poona or Rangoon? Selma Carvalho's new book
*Into
Senhore Helekar,
This is my last email to you on this thread - unless circumstances change that
would warrant me to write back again.
I haven't yet exercized the full potential of my retaliation. I am definitely
not going to reveal to you what I got in my arsenal. In military terms - its
--- On Sun, 7/25/10, Jose Da Gama Pais dagamap...@gmail.com wrote:
we all go six feet deep don't we..??
I am sorry, but I am never going to go six feet deep.
In addition to not knowing this fact, JDGP appears to be confused about how
discussions end on Goanet. It is also unusual to see
Domnic Fernandes wrote:
Why are we jumping to religious and political reasons?
Domnic,
Here on Goanet, it seems people take positions for two reasons;
1) Because they know the truth from birth
2) So as to have a position directly opposing those they have grown to hate.
Maybe the Indian
MONDAY MUSE (26 July 2010)
WEALTH
Na biwi na baccha, naa baap bada na bhaiya...
The whole thing is that sabse bada rupaiya!
(not wife, not child, not father, not brother...
The whole thing is that the most important is money)
-Old Hindi song by actor-filmmaker, Mehmood
Wealth makes
The subject thread and related threads will be closed:
Monday, Jul 26, 2010 - 6pm EST
Goanet subscribers will be allowed ONLY one further post on the above
threads.
Thank you
Goanet Admin
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IS YOURS one of the stories of Goans on board the S.S.
Dwarka, or at the Strait of Hormuz, Basra
At this moment i cant SAY that the writer is of good motives.
If wilson is clean let him call a meeting of all goans and I wil surely attend.
Can we revive the the dead?
Crooks cannot be SAINTS.
Date: Sun, 18 Jul 2010 06:06:30 -0700
From: alui_f...@yahoo.com
To: goa...@goanet.org;
This article is from the blog res gestae (www.rajivndesai.blogspot.com
http://www.rajivndesai.blogspot.com/ )
you can reach the person managing the list at i...@comma.in
Thursday, July 15, 2010
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