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Development vs Environment : Debate Continues

Andaman and Nicobar islands consist of around 800 plus islands in the Indian ocean. An union territory of India, Andaman Nicobar Islands have a population of aboriginal tribes – Great Andamanese, Jarwa, Onge, and Sentinel,  that have been continuing their hunter gatherer lifestyle for the past 10000 plus years. Geographically, Andaman Nicobar Islands sit 600 to 700 km north of Malacca Strait, a…

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End of an Era

Vinesh Phogat failed to qualify for Japan Asian Games. Many are projecting Vinesh Phogat as a fighter who stood up against the male dominated Wrestling Federation of India. So much so allegation if sexual harassment was levelled against WFI chief Brijbhushan including POCSO charge. POCSO allegation could have lead to immediate arrest. Many have said Vinesh was fighting against WFI alone. Nothing…

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Delhi Gymkhana : To Be or Not To Be

Spread over 27 acre, Delhi Gymkhana Club next to prime minister’s residence in Delhi has a history of more than 100 years. Club offers a lush outdoor, sporting facility and swimming pool, plus a well stocked library, few eatries and lounge cum bar for drinking and socialising. The club has a membership fee of 30 lac and 37 year waiting period. Present central government has decided to close…

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Shift of West Bengal to Bangladesh Halted

In West Bengal state of India, BJP has recently defeated ruling dispensation of TMC.  Win is considered significant because the ruling dispensation was lenient towards immigration from neighboring Bangladesh. This action has resulted in altered demography of Bengal. BJP had promised to work against infiltration and this intent has not gone down well with Bangladesh. A politician from Bangladesh…

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Exit vs. Exact Poll

With regular elections, exit polls have become an essential part of election process. From early days of Dr Prannay Roy and his team in early eighties, these days many groups do exit polls. Many posters are attached with TV channels and earn a lot of money. Among all polsters, Pradeep Gupta of Axis My India stands out for his mostly correct projection of not only the trend but on many occasions…

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Exit vs Exact Poll

With regular elections, exit polls have become an essential part of election process in India From early days of Dr Prannay Roy and his team of  early eighties, these days many groups do exit polls. Many posters are attached with TV channels and earn a lot of money. Among all polsters, Pradeep Gupta of Axis My India stands out for his mostly correct projection of not only the trend but on many…

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Diwali, AQI, and Delhi

Bursting fire crackers to celebrate Diwali has been a contentious issue for several years now. It has been argued that smoke in Diwali makes life difficult for people with respiratory disease. And, given our regular pollution in our city, many suffer from respiratory problems. It has also been argued that animals with sensitive hearing, like dogs, suffer during Diwali cracker bursting…

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India US Slugfest : Outcome

World’s oldest democracy and the largest democracy are not seeing eye to eye on several issues. Be it buying Russian oil or opening trade in agricultural sector, or recommending POTUS Trump for Nobel Peace Prize. US is obviously unhappy with Indian position. From verbal abuse to siding with Pakistan during brief skirmish between India and Pakistan, Trump has supported Pakistani position. India…

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India vs. Pakistan #Asia Cup 2025

I did not watch Asia Cup 2025 between India and Pakistan, being played in Dubai. I was certain India would lose. This morning, as I woke up my worst nightmare had come true. Pakistan had won the final. Mohsin Naqvi, chief of Asia Cricket Council and a favorite minister of Failed Marshal, had the trophy.  Even Failed Marshal Jarnail was cautious in his  congratulatory note. “Mohsin, people…

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Achillis Heel #BlogaberryDazzle

Achillis was the greatest fighter in Greek Army that invaded troy. When his mother Thetis dipped him in the river of immortality as an infant, she held him by one of his heels, leaving it untouched by the waters and thus his remained as the only vulnerable body part. This was the part of Achillis was attacked by Paris, the prince of Troy, and the mighty Achillis fell. Thus, the term Achillis Heel…

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Bangladesh : Tyrrany of the Unelected #BlogaberryDazzle

Sheikh Hasina was overthrown by a concerted effort of American State Department and CIA. Students were trained to protest and overthrow Sheikh Hasina government. A regime change operation was successfully executed in the month of Aug 2024. A non elected body with Mohammad Yunus as head, replaced an elected Sheikh Hasina, who was fifth time chief minister. Hasina was accused of being dictatorial…

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A Gifted Child! #BlogaberryDazzle

It is difficult to predict motivation underlying any decision, even if it is asked to a child. Each one of us dance to the tune of a different dancer. This blog post is my sixth post as  part of ‘Blogaberry Dazzle’ hosted by Cindy D’Silva and Noor Anand Chawla in collaboration with Dr. Preeti Chauhan. “Son what you want to be as you grow up?” Gentleman travelling in the same compartment as…

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Awe Inspiring Shrikanth Bolla #BlogaberryDazzle

“Blindness can stop one from seeing but not from dreaming”, thus spake Shrikanth Bolla. Not an exact quote, but the gist remains the same, as we talk about life of Shrikanth Bolla. Life of Shrikanth Bolla is an inspiring and eye opening story for most of us able bodied people who complain of lack of opportunity in life. One must learn from Shrikath Bolla, who was born blind that blindness can…

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Modern Day Battle/s of Plassey # BlogaberryDazzle

In the history books of India, 1757 remains a dark year. That year, defeat in the Battle of Plassey India, is considered begining of India losing her independence to British East India Company. Mir Jaffer remains a name remain synonymous with a traitor. This blog post is my fourth post as  part of ‘Blogaberry Dazzle’ hosted by Cindy D’Silva and Noor Anand Chawla in collaboration with Dr. Preeti…

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Romancing A Steam Loco #BlogaberryDazzle

Train travel in India undergoing a sea change. Gone are the days of steam locos hissing onto a platform. Modern air conditioned coaches, and powerful electric powered locomotives bring efficiency. But old memory still persists. This blog post is my third post as  part of ‘Blogaberry Dazzle’hosted by Cindy D’Silva and Noor Anand Chawlain collaboration with Dr. Preeti Chauhan. Akhil and his uncle…

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Cycle of Life #Blogaberryzdazzle

Once in a while, it dawns upon us that we are moving in a cycle, some in a smaller, others in a bigger one. This blog post is my second post as part of ‘Blogaberry Dazzle’hosted by Cindy D’Silva and Noor Anand Chawla in collaboration with Dr. Preeti Chauhan. “Sir, the school management would be honoured to have you as Chief Guest for our Annual Day Function”, the Principal of local senior…

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A Critical Review of IC 814 : The Kandahar Hijack #BlogaberryDazzle

A web series was  created to describe highjack of an Indian Airlines flight. The series has garnered a variety of response, some favorable and a few critical. This post is an attempt look at few points in the web series that I felt stood out. This blog post is my first post as part of ‘Blogaberry Dazzle’hosted by Cindy D’Silva and Noor Anand Chawla in collaboration with Dr. Preeti Chauhan. An…

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