BBC News - Belgian lawmakers pass burka ban

BBC News - Belgian lawmakers pass burka ban

Good one. Equality to be maintained in a free world. Amnesty and other human rights people, sometimes I find, are a bit extreme and come across as idiots. Right to freedom of expression, excellent, but not in public please. You have all the freedom in your privacy and that I 100% defend. But once you accept to live in world that has a different set of rules, well accept those rules.

I must say, India or Indian people should adopt to this clear, no ambiguous attitude. We have had many divisions within the society. Let's clean it all up once and for all.

New India or New Banana Republic : India : Shobhan Saxena : TOI Blogs

New India or New Banana Republic : India : Shobhan Saxena : TOI Blogs

Bravo! Absolutely hammering write up. Need more people like him to wake up the Indian masses. But questions is how many will read him and out that how many will do something.

BBC News - The virginity industry

BBC News - The virginity industry

Innovative but absolutely ridiculous. In this day and age, such orthodox beliefs are still do predominant, irrespective of religion or ethnicity. Some communities would even KILL ... GOD help this insane people. This is even worst then 'fair skin' mania. Where are the Lib women?

Is India a global trash can? - India - The Times of India

Is India a global trash can? - India - The Times of India

Disgusting. Utterly disgusting. I did rather blame both the parties, us Indians and as well those who have the audacity to practise these things.

BBC News - India's Chaplin-loving town

BBC News - India's Chaplin-loving town

I am touched. India fascinates me always. Truly incredible India.

Lalit Modi involved in betting, murky deals: I-T report - India - The Times of India

Lalit Modi involved in betting, murky deals: I-T report - India - The Times of India

Game of Gentlemen ? No more. Greed, lust and false ego has seen no boundaries. This is going too far. I hope some serious action is taken, even for name sake. Show an example. Just nail some big name. Confiscate all the assets and cash and use it for welfare. Do it.

BBC News - UK water use 'worsening global crisis'

BBC News - UK water use 'worsening global crisis'

It is a shame. It is a shame to the whole world. In year 2010, there is still this indirect form of slavery. The majority is exploited for 'way of life' of select few. So called biggest economies in the world are the worst in terms of over consumption, waste and drain on resources. I wonder when all this will end.

Our installations need security, not dumb security : India : Rajesh Kalra : TOI Blogs

Our installations need security, not dumb security : India : Rajesh Kalra : TOI Blogs

How bloody true. When some insignificant politicians get such massive security cover, more important establishments and sites are left to chance.

It is indeed sad to see such gross incompetence on part of Indian security, think tank, for not being able to graduate to modern times. Roughly speaking, we must be at least 3 to 4 decades behind, in matters of pro active, pre-emptive security measures. Most of the security measures I have seen in India, at the best can be described as 'Vintage'.

Irrespective of that, I am amazed at the effectiveness of these poorly trained personnel. They must be gifted, for sure. However, it is more than overdue to appreciate their talent and offer a rapid upgrade to their skills with help of more modern security protocols and procedures along with more up to date equipment.

I hope and pray that this is done soon.

Apr 15 launch to give India its GPS - The Times of India

Apr 15 launch to give India its GPS - The Times of India

Now Cryogenic rocket was news, no doubt. I remember, a few years ago, when Russia, under pressure from US, backed out on the deal to provide Cryogenic rocket technology to India. Indian scientists response was something I can never forget. They said 'We will make our own, but getting the technology would help us save time.' If I am not mistaken, former President of India, Dr. A P J Abdul Kalam was head of the scientific community in those days.

Coming to point, I was indeed excited to know about the launch of Cryogenic rocket, but didn't know India was developing GPS system of it's own. That is even more exciting. I look forward to successful launch. My best wishes and prayers go with Indian scientists.

BBC News - India to launch satellite using own cryogenic engine

BBC News - India to launch satellite using own cryogenic engine

Now this is what I call good news. Way to go India. If they don't share the know how, build your own. Salute to Indian scientists, engineers and technicians. Pride in India comes through such great achievements.

BBC News - India launches 'biometric' census

BBC News - India launches 'biometric' census

Everything about India is mind boggling. The size, just impossible. Still, amazing to simply read and awe about it.

This and the General Elections for Parliament, are the largest civilian operation on this earth. No compare.