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Wednesday, July 29, 2009

Heavy Rains, Life Disrupts: What the Government is Doing?


Who kehte hai na…bhagwan jab deta hai toh chappar fad ke deta…Well! It rained heavily in Delhi day before yesterday. It rained cats and dogs throughout the entire evening. Thank god, we all are relieved of the heat finally! But, we also have suffered long traffic jams and water logging due to record overnight rains in many parts of the city. The situation was so bad that traffic was literally crawling and several busy intersections and roads were facing chaotic traffic jams. The first widespread monsoon rains have made the life cripple and helpless.

Delhi, the capital of the country, succumbed to rains. Everywhere jams and water logging. Are we a metropolitan city with almost every possible signs of development i.e. super metro connectivity that betrayed twice this month killing innocents workers who know nothing about designing faults. Sheila Dikshit, who is ruling the Delhi government for continuously third term, took a brave effort to come out and say this problem is so trivial. People should be careful enough to make their plans and schedule beforehand. Hmmmm…I just wonder, the CM ever thought twice before uttering this statement. Is she duped us by taking all our unconditional trust just to get her exact numbers to register a historic third term win?

Monsoon has just started here in Delhi. Dunno, when Delhiites have to face another rainy catastrophe once again…a free advice for all, since the government has taken back its support, start carrying all your water-proof package with you. You never know when you would have to face endless cries of the sky.t

Friday, July 24, 2009

What I feel About Life, Love and Seclusion....


“You…complete me!” He said. With dangling eyes, I met the reality that time. We glanced to rebound the history that we created and nurture the plans for the unseen future. “Am I ready?” I asked. With a gleaming smile, he held my hand and pointed to the horizon where I can see the eternity…

Seclusion is the best tonic to gather you. When you are alone, sitting alone with a confused mind; you are filled with negative energies. Medication, retrospection and self-realization work as an equalizer to keep your mind happy. A happy mind brings back you!

Be it a journey, game, ocean, challenge, or a mystery -- Life is a delight. A sea-saw of happiness and sadness, sorrow and joy, opportunities and threats, strength and weakness, assets and liabilities; you as an opportunist have to foresee the risks involved and figure out the best possible actions to face challenges…

Saturday, June 27, 2009

End of a Musical Era: Michael Jackson is Dead


Micheal Jackson, the king of pop or the Whacko Jacko is gone forever. On Thursday June 25, 2009 at 2:36pm he took his last breath and bid adieu to millions of fans, and followers. An epitome in the pop music, Jackson has lived a fairytale life. Born as a simple boy in Gary, Indiana, Jackson grew up to become the superstar of the pop music. He made impossible possible with his musical prodigy. Jackson started his musical career at the age of 4 as a founding member of the Jackson Five. He became the lead vocalist and frontman and modelled his impressive dance moves fearlessly. His variation in vocal styling also touched millions of hearts and they rose and jumped onto their feet with pleasure.

With the success of Thriller, his second album with Quincy Jones, the music producer, Jackson earned the highest reputation to become the unclaimed ruler of the pop world. "The Girl is Mine," and "Billie Jean," another most popular singles took Michael on the height of popularity and success at the tender age. By the time, he had one Grammy in his kitty. The videos of these songs proved Michael's ability to experiment with his dancing moves and he got standing ovation from the audiences. After that, there was no looking back and Jackson set forth to claim his position in the entertainment world.

Soon after, Michael treated his fans and music lovers with his some of the greatest masterpieces including "Beat It," "Thriller," "History," and others as a disco funk mixed with brilliance guitar tunes. The huge popularity of "Thriller" brought six Grammys to Jackson and he became the God of Pop, selling millions of music albums and LPs. Interestingly, Jackson is the only entertainment celebrity who has sold over 750 million copies of his albums and LPS worldwide, making him the most popular pop artist so far.

It is true that success and happiness come with lots of pain and suffering. In Jackson case, it is quite true. This quintessential superstar faced so many controversies such as financial crunch, child abuse cases and etc. It is believed that his much-talked about comeback on July 13 at London with his "This is It" tour series, Michael pledged to reform his financial situation. Unfortunately, he never get this chance and he passed away at the age of 50.

Michael Jackson, the name itself has become an important word in the history of pop music. He came, play, contribute and left some unforgettable memories in the hearts and the minds of uncountable fans and followers all over the world.

RIP Michael Jackson..we love you and keep celebrating your dance moves and beats till the day music dies...

Sunday, June 14, 2009

Women's Reservation Bill: Will it Change the Future?


Since its introduction in 1996, the Women's Reservation Bill is still struggling for its clearance from the Lok Sabha. After twelve years of its introduction, people who have established themselves as guards of politics still hesitant to give even 33% reservation to women in the Lok Sabha and state assemblies. Does this bill will ever see green light?

Women Reservation Bill is a perfect example of ugly politics stands in the country. Over the years, the governments have tried enough to get consensus on the matter but remain unsuccessful. Recently, in the common minimum program released by the UPA government, the bill is given a high priority. However, as always, the controversies and protests by women bodies and political parties, are making the proceedings difficult to continue.

This time the bill is on the floor of the Rajya Sabha. Hence, it becomes the duty of every responsible parliamentarian to gear up and make a common verdict on the fate of this bill. Thankfully, major parties are speaking in the same tune for the bill. Not to forget protest from other parties including JD, SP (especially Abu Azmi who tried to snatch the copy of the bill from H R Bhardwaj, the law and justice minister) and RJD. According to Laloo Yadav, the bill will benefit only women from elite class and widens the gap more. Does Mr. Yadav ever tried to minimize the gap or do anything for women empowerment?

The time has come for all parliamentarians to come forward and make a common verdict on this matter. This is a serious concern and should be taken given high priority. In addition, the bill is about women empowerment. It should not be mixed with caste, class and religion.

Encourage women to come out and contribute their best in building a better and happy future.



Tuesday, February 24, 2009

Rahman's Success at the Oscars: 'Jai Ho' for the Indian Entertainment World


It was indeed a special day for all of us seeing the whole world dancing on the tunes of 'Jai Ho,' from the biggest blockbuster hit ' Slumdog Millionaire.' With the success of his powerful musical composition, Rehman has created history by becoming the first Indian musician to get such an honor. This versatile musicians has earlier proved his talent by giving some of the evergreen tracks such as 'Chhoti is Asha (Roja), 'Chaiyya Chaiyya (Bombay)' and others. His recent music in Aamir Kham starrer Gajhni has done very well.

I congratulate Rehman on his victory and wish him all the best for creating wonderful music that reflects the sound of truth and happiness. This is a humble beginning for a person like Rehman, there is a lot more in store...we will be waiting for such lovely music...

Wednesday, February 11, 2009

The Pink Chaddi Campaign - What an idea?


A simple idea is powerful enough to bring in a revolution. It ignites minds and joins people to fight against injustice. The Pink Chaddi Campaign has proved that changes can be brought in by doing simplest thing as donating underwears to Promod Mutalik, the chief of self proclaimed cultural group called as "Sri Ram Sena on the Valentine Day.

'The Consortium of Pub-going, Loose and Forward women,' the group behind this idea has grabbed the national attention by encouraging free-spirited women to stand up for their rights and equally to enjoy their lives at par with their counterparts. With this campaign, women has given a clear message to so-called protectors of Indian culture to stop their actions immediately.

I wish the campaign to go far and far. This is not a campaign but a challenge to people who dare to tell what to do or not to do. Women deserve the best -- a happy, liberal, and rightful lives.

Go ahead..donate your underwears preferably in pinks to Mutalik and express your mind.

Friday, January 30, 2009

Is Yoga a threat to Islamic beliefs?


Muslims cannot practice yoga in its original form because it involves another religion”, says Harussani Zakaria, a controversial cleric from the northern Perak state of Malaysia.

Yet another sad news from Malaysia where practicing yoga is banned too too in a progressive country. This is the best example of a country's backwardness and inability to identity natural ways to improve the modern hectic lifestyle. The decision also indicates the power of government-backing Islamic organizations and their involvement in national decision-making.

Yoga is a form of exercise having roots in the ancient Hindu religion. It is a form of complete meditation wherein different aasanas are performed to get rid of many kinds of deadly illnesses and bodily injuries. This form of exercise is related to empower the inner power of a person to enjoy a happy and peaceful life. A regular practice of yoga helps in improving mental ability and leads to mind conscious and ability to understand and see things differently.

Regardless to its advantages, yoga is declared ban in Malaysia which is unfortunate and unreasonable. A ban on yoga is like ignoring a healthy way of living.