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Lessons From The IPL

Posted on 27 May 2009

I’ve had a lot of fun watching both these leagues unfold over the last few months. If the ride up to these events was fun, the actual events and the end result was very heartening to see indeed. Here is my take on five big lessons learnt from these leagues:

The Other Side Of Indian Democracy

Posted on 08 May 2009

In the brief moment it takes me to press the button of my choice on the voting machine, I become the master of our rulers and that feeling is exhilarating, though only in fleeting. Democracy above all forms of government is the most natural and enduring because in principle, every individual citizen is counted and respected.

The IPL Woes of Mallya and Shahrukh Khan

Posted on 28 April 2009

The IPL-Season 2 has started on a wrong note for both RCB and KKR. Before the start of the new season, both Mallya and Shah Rukh made several changes to their franchises. Both were not happy with their respective team captains. Mallya sacked his captain, Rahul Dravid, and replaced him with Kevin Pietersen, whom Mallya bought for a whopping Rs.6.61 Crore.

The Boyles And The Underdogs

Posted on 24 April 2009

Consider this – At the time of writing this article, Susan Boyle-related videos have generated more than 100 million views in Youtube. As you are reading this, there must be thousands of viewers watching Susan Boyle’s videos.

Fifth Front–The Game Changer?

Posted on 23 April 2009

In my mind, the best alternative is the formation of the Fifth Front. This Front should bring together all the capable independents under one fold and have a set of common manifesto. The candidates themselves should have individual manifestos that touch upon the developmental issues pertaining to their constituency.

General Elections-Get Your Thoughts Published!

Posted on 04 April 2009

With elections around the corner, there would be many thoughts going through your mind. If you are willing to participate in this debate and want your articles to be published, just write your thoughts and opinions to editor@indiaspecial.net

The Importance Of Being Earnest In Politics

Posted on 03 April 2009

Pandia Rajan’s belief in giving back to society for what life has given him inspired him to create Ma Foi Foundation which works towards education for children, women empowerment, and capacity building for NGOs. Ma Foi Foundation, spear-headed by Mr.Pandia Rajan and his wife have made very good impact in several villages.

Meera Sanyal-The Hope For Mumbai

Posted on 31 March 2009

Meera Sanyal is contesting for Lok Sabha elections as an independent candidate from South Mumbai. Meera Sanyal is a professional banker with over 25 years of experience. Currently the Chairperson and Country Executive of the erstwhile ABN Amro Bank (now RBS). She probably one of the few corporate citizens to enter the electoral foray.

An Epitome Of Idiocy?

Posted on 30 March 2009

Many a times in life you’d have across some incidents that changes your perspective about certain way of living. Sometimes you defy the common, sometimes you follow the herd and sometimes you are in a world of your own.

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Tech

Stealth Bomber-The Invicible Aircraft

Posted on 02 March 2009

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The B-2 bomber named the B2 Spirit, commonly known as stealth bomber, is an aircraft nearly invisible to enemy sensors and could carry bombs across the globe in few hours unrefueled for nearly 11000 Kms.

Business

The R Word

Posted on 03 April 2009

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There is a difference between recession and slow down. The dictionary meaning of recession is two continuous quarters of negative growth where as during slowdown there is growth but it is slow. And who says India has negative growth? The RBI is still predicting a GDP growth of about 7%.

Entertainment

Rahman Did It !!!

Posted on 23 February 2009

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As always, life is not a game of luck. It should be attributed with tremendous hard and smart work which has been exemplified by Rahman.

Sports

Shame On You, Dildo!

Posted on 09 May 2009

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Here’s the point Dildo – Leadership is about staying the course when times are tough. You’ve got the take tough decisions when you have to and not be in sport for just the money. This is not your movie business where you can recover your losses from one flop with another hit. This is sport where only the committed can survive.

Gyaan

Is Impatience Really A Virtue Now?

Posted on 27 May 2009

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We do not want to wait at the traffic signals; we do not want to wait in the queues. We do not even wait for our salary (hail the credit cards, we can shop now and pay later) to buy what we want. Is impatience really a virtue?

Issues

The Boyles And The Underdogs

Posted on 24 April 2009

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Consider this – At the time of writing this article, Susan Boyle-related videos have generated more than 100 million views in Youtube. As you are reading this, there must be thousands of viewers watching Susan Boyle’s videos.

My India

Bringing Light to Millions

Posted on 24 February 2009

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The lenses of Silver’s “adaptive” spectacles are not made of glass; they are, in fact, small liquid-filled sacs covered by tough but transparent plastic. Their users can fine-tune the power of these lenses by using syringes that come attached to the frame.

Politics

The Battle For South Bangalore

Posted on 22 April 2009

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Explaining his rationale for going it alone, Capt Gopinath made it amply clear that he didn’t have a fascination to compete the elections for power or money. With assets to the tune of nearly 50 odd crores, Gopi’s clear that he is not in this for the money. Detailing his vision for the country, he’s got the educated elite of Bangalore rooting for him.

Poems

You’ve Come Too Far To Quit…

Posted on 22 March 2009

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You’ve come too far to quit.
Remember: A winner never quits
And a quitter never wins
You are not just to survive but thrive.
Hang on! stay strong. You will surely win

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