Monday, March 27, 2006
In Praise Of Indian Athletes
Yesterday the 18th Commonwealth Games came to a close at Melbourne and it was great to know that India had been done proud by its athletes though there was an initial scandal created by a masseur. The shooting department came first in the medal tally followed by weight lifting and boxing. And in overall medal tally India came 4th which was good compared to past years, though hockey and long jump results were disastrous and it did let us down. Samsher Jung the best athlete of the games had showcased a magnificent performance and could have equaled Ian Thorpe’s record of 6 gold medals but was done by the faulty pistol in the last rounds. He finished with an overall impressive personal booty of five gold medals, and one each of silver and bronze medal! Next game is scheduled for 2010 at Delhi and I hope Indian athletes will continue doing India proud!
Friday, March 24, 2006
All 'bout Traffic N Helmets
The traffic conditions in Ahmedabad is in such a pathetic situation that people here seem to forget the use of the traffic circles which have been erected at busy cross-roads in order to streamline the flow of the heavy traffic. But alas the people of Ahmedabad are such slickers at breaking the rules for their own personal gains! During my recent commute through the city’s ever bursting at the seams traffic I keep running into all sorts of people who jump these aforesaid circles and when asked reply with aare maru cycle che, nitar hu thaki jaise or maru bike/car nu petrol vadare baadi jaye che! So all these people think I’m using a hybrid vehicle which uses fuel other than on the fossil fuel they are running on?
All these people rush in with such a hurry to reach their destinations that they do not mind breaking the rules and the cops here are of such an affording nature to let you off after you pay them for their chai ke rokada! And the most interesting thing is that just to circum-navigate a traffic circle these people keep tab of their valuable fuel, but at the same time they forget to turn off their vehicles will talking to their acquaintances while parking their vehicles in the middle of a busy road. Let the rest of the crowd keep honking their horns even though the sign says NO HONKING!
Plus the people here drive so rashly and keep breaking the traffic rules and regulations and then complain that their front room/front hall is literally littered with junk (read helmets) belonging to family members! So even go to the extent of getting some doctors to sign that they are liable to get collar injury owing to the weight of these helmets, some keep the helmets hanging on the bikes and only wear it on seeing the cops. Of all weird things some guys manage to wear helmets and still manage to talk on their flashy cells while zipping around! If these people had obeyed the laws then it would have allowed them to go around without flaunting a helmet. Most people make a fuss of being unable to lug around this junk while shopping, going to the office and all other places while they are happy to lug around their cell phones and make up kits (ladies please!). According to me, the real winners here are the lovers who can now zip away cheerfully under the very nose of their strict and doubting parents because you are wearing the Mask which is the license to love without getting caught! ;)
Happy reading…
All these people rush in with such a hurry to reach their destinations that they do not mind breaking the rules and the cops here are of such an affording nature to let you off after you pay them for their chai ke rokada! And the most interesting thing is that just to circum-navigate a traffic circle these people keep tab of their valuable fuel, but at the same time they forget to turn off their vehicles will talking to their acquaintances while parking their vehicles in the middle of a busy road. Let the rest of the crowd keep honking their horns even though the sign says NO HONKING!
Plus the people here drive so rashly and keep breaking the traffic rules and regulations and then complain that their front room/front hall is literally littered with junk (read helmets) belonging to family members! So even go to the extent of getting some doctors to sign that they are liable to get collar injury owing to the weight of these helmets, some keep the helmets hanging on the bikes and only wear it on seeing the cops. Of all weird things some guys manage to wear helmets and still manage to talk on their flashy cells while zipping around! If these people had obeyed the laws then it would have allowed them to go around without flaunting a helmet. Most people make a fuss of being unable to lug around this junk while shopping, going to the office and all other places while they are happy to lug around their cell phones and make up kits (ladies please!). According to me, the real winners here are the lovers who can now zip away cheerfully under the very nose of their strict and doubting parents because you are wearing the Mask which is the license to love without getting caught! ;)
Happy reading…
Sunday, March 19, 2006
PHISHING
The act of sending an e-mail to a user falsely claiming to be an established legitimate enterprise in an attempt to scam the user into surrendering private information that will be used for identity theft. The e-mail directs the user to visit a Web site where they are asked to update personal information, such as passwords and credit card, social security, and bank account numbers, that the legitimate organization already has. The Web site, however, is bogus and set up only to steal the user’s information. For example, 2003 saw the proliferation of a phishing scam in which users received e-mails supposedly from eBay claiming that the user’s account was about to be suspended unless he clicked on the provided link and updated the credit card information that the genuine eBay already had. Because it is relatively simple to make a Web site look like a legitimate organizations site by mimicking the HTML code, the scam counted on people being tricked into thinking they were actually being contacted by eBay and were subsequently going to eBay’s site to update their account information. By spamming large groups of people, the “phisher” counted on the e-mail being read by a percentage of people who actually had listed credit card numbers with eBay legitimately.
Phishing, also referred to as brand spoofing or carding, is a variation on “fishing,” the idea being that bait is thrown out with the hopes that while most will ignore the bait, some will be tempted into biting.
The damage caused by phishing ranges from loss of access to email to substantial financial loss. This style of identity theft is becoming more popular, because of the ease with which unsuspecting people often divulge personal information to phishers, including credit card numbers and social security numbers. Once this information is acquired, the phishers may use a person's details to create fake accounts in a victim's name, ruin a victim's credit, or even prevent victims from accessing their own accounts.
It is estimated that between May 2004 and May 2005, approximately 1.2 million computer users in the United States suffered losses caused by phishing, totaling approximately $929 million USD. U.S. businesses lose an estimated $2 billion USD a year as their clients become victims. The United Kingdom also suffers from the immense increase in phishing. In March 2005, the amount of money lost in the UK was approximately £12 million GBP.
Phishing, also referred to as brand spoofing or carding, is a variation on “fishing,” the idea being that bait is thrown out with the hopes that while most will ignore the bait, some will be tempted into biting.
The damage caused by phishing ranges from loss of access to email to substantial financial loss. This style of identity theft is becoming more popular, because of the ease with which unsuspecting people often divulge personal information to phishers, including credit card numbers and social security numbers. Once this information is acquired, the phishers may use a person's details to create fake accounts in a victim's name, ruin a victim's credit, or even prevent victims from accessing their own accounts.
It is estimated that between May 2004 and May 2005, approximately 1.2 million computer users in the United States suffered losses caused by phishing, totaling approximately $929 million USD. U.S. businesses lose an estimated $2 billion USD a year as their clients become victims. The United Kingdom also suffers from the immense increase in phishing. In March 2005, the amount of money lost in the UK was approximately £12 million GBP.
Saturday, March 18, 2006
CANCER Tx & INDIA
Cures for cancer are legion and it probably wouldn’t be stretching the truth to say there’s a new kind of treatment reported every week from all corners of the earth. One however which appears very promising has recently been reported by researchers form the Institute of Aerospace Medicine in Bangalore. It involves as indigenously developed computer-controlled device dubbed a “Cytotron” that produces electromagnetic beams and enables regeneration of cells degraded by the disease.
More precisely the machine generates quantum magnetic resonance beams from 288 specially designed guns that can be focused specifically on cancer cells. These beams then interfere with and alter the mechanisms of cell division and proliferation process causing malignant cells to self-destruct. Preliminary clinical trials conducted on some 40-odd terminally ill cancer patients who had finished all surgical and oncological means have been quite encouraging so far. With 60% still living, 90% have got at least symptomatic relief and 30% of those alive have been able to go back to normal life.
Obviously these are still very early days of the procedure known as Rotational Field Quantum Magnetic Resonance (RFQMR). It was only started two years ago and a lot of further work is required before it gets approval by the Indian Council of Medical Research for widespread civilian use. But in the meantime what is really heartening to know is that the treatment is not only completely non-invasive but does not have any effect on surrounding healthy tissues. This could make it excellent way to remedy brain cancer for instance where the tumors habitually redevelop.
On the other hand more conventional methods of treatment prevalent today like chemotherapy are notoriously non-specific. This causes normal cells to stop multiplying along with the targeted malignant ones – leading to conditions like serious hair loss for one thing besides other severe side effects including nausea, vomiting and bone marrow suppression. If the RFQMR technique turns out to be as good as its initial promise India could suddenly find itself in the forefront of cancer management.
More precisely the machine generates quantum magnetic resonance beams from 288 specially designed guns that can be focused specifically on cancer cells. These beams then interfere with and alter the mechanisms of cell division and proliferation process causing malignant cells to self-destruct. Preliminary clinical trials conducted on some 40-odd terminally ill cancer patients who had finished all surgical and oncological means have been quite encouraging so far. With 60% still living, 90% have got at least symptomatic relief and 30% of those alive have been able to go back to normal life.
Obviously these are still very early days of the procedure known as Rotational Field Quantum Magnetic Resonance (RFQMR). It was only started two years ago and a lot of further work is required before it gets approval by the Indian Council of Medical Research for widespread civilian use. But in the meantime what is really heartening to know is that the treatment is not only completely non-invasive but does not have any effect on surrounding healthy tissues. This could make it excellent way to remedy brain cancer for instance where the tumors habitually redevelop.
On the other hand more conventional methods of treatment prevalent today like chemotherapy are notoriously non-specific. This causes normal cells to stop multiplying along with the targeted malignant ones – leading to conditions like serious hair loss for one thing besides other severe side effects including nausea, vomiting and bone marrow suppression. If the RFQMR technique turns out to be as good as its initial promise India could suddenly find itself in the forefront of cancer management.
Coffee Brews Trouble!
Well after centuries long debate that woman are the most confusing creations from God now we have the latest addition to this list and it’s called the very famous “Coffee.”
And the controversy is a bit like the Shakespearian dialogue “To drink or, Not to drink… Which is the question?” The US based study showed the world that this beverage can increase a woman’s libido! On the other hand, Canadian researchers state that excess coffee could possibly lead to increased risk of heart diseases in presence of the wrong gene! These new studies come in after a series of previous researches which state that coffee has a very potent anti-oxidant property (which reduce ageing).
According to some cardiologists both black coffee and black tea is rich in anti-oxidants but the problem is the addition of milk and sugar because they are rich in cholesterol. And recent medical research has shown that having coffee is good for some and bad for others depending on their genes. If the gene has the ability to break coffee then there will be no side-effects.
Plus the old adage still holds true in all cases “More of anything is disastrous.” Anything in excess like coffee, tea, beer and chocolates are bad depending upon the body’s temperament.
So currently till this controversy rages on the best thing is to have “An apple a day to keep the doctor away.” But do toss the apple away if the doctor is a gorgeous lady… ;)
And the controversy is a bit like the Shakespearian dialogue “To drink or, Not to drink… Which is the question?” The US based study showed the world that this beverage can increase a woman’s libido! On the other hand, Canadian researchers state that excess coffee could possibly lead to increased risk of heart diseases in presence of the wrong gene! These new studies come in after a series of previous researches which state that coffee has a very potent anti-oxidant property (which reduce ageing).
According to some cardiologists both black coffee and black tea is rich in anti-oxidants but the problem is the addition of milk and sugar because they are rich in cholesterol. And recent medical research has shown that having coffee is good for some and bad for others depending on their genes. If the gene has the ability to break coffee then there will be no side-effects.
Plus the old adage still holds true in all cases “More of anything is disastrous.” Anything in excess like coffee, tea, beer and chocolates are bad depending upon the body’s temperament.
So currently till this controversy rages on the best thing is to have “An apple a day to keep the doctor away.” But do toss the apple away if the doctor is a gorgeous lady… ;)
Wednesday, March 15, 2006
Unknown Character In A Love Story?
Do the hero and the heroine happen to make a Love Story? Wrong. Any love story is incomplete without the third person, who happens to be the best friend or best friends of the lovers. These people had been present in the hero and the heroine’s lives before they found each other and they were the ones who saw the puppy love blossom. They played the role of Cupid some times, the confidante or a shoulder to cry on at other times, depending on the stages the love story is unfolding through.
I myself have played this role in so many love stories, of which some were a flop show and others could have been a box office hit! I have seen my buddies falling in love, answered the “You really think she’s the one for me?” questions hundreds of times, jested at each encounter they had and been an unpaid critic telling them the best ideas to make these dates successful. Have made phone calls on friends’ behalf, acted as a pigeon conveying messages and helped resolve the Cold War when they had one. It has been my success to see the lovers unite and my failure when they didn’t. Have cried with my friends when their dreams shattered, lost hope in love with them and have floated through clouds when things went well…
I have also shouldered the responsibility of seeing that my friends did not get too hurt when they broke off. So I had the unfortunate job of tearing all the love letters. With my trembling hands and shaken faith I tore those letters full of emotions and promises, of commitment and abandonment. Can such a person who goes through so much from beginning to the end of the love story be of any less importance than the lovers themselves? Perhaps not I guess.
But, as most friends in a love story would have felt, I had felt neglected almost as many times as I had felt elated in all those love stories. Though I was genuinely happy for my friends, I almost felt a twinge of jealousy at being replaced each time. How many times have I planned something with my buddy only to be ditched at the last moment because “She wants to see that movie?” How many times have I sat all alone reminiscing of the times when I had someone to share my thoughts with? How many days have I gone along with them to be a silent spectator as they sat lost in each other? How many times, after being a part of every single turn in their love story, have I been told to mind my own business rather than meddle in theirs? Countless times, I suppose!
Had this put me off love stories? No, I am a die-hard romantic and a loyal friend. My support has been unconditional to all my friends who have fallen in love in the recent times. So has the support of all the friends in the love stories around the world. Without them, there would be love stories, but somewhat empty and lacking. So I decided long back that love and friendship can go together, as it was the matter of being more sensitive to both.
In search of someone who thinks the same….!!! Contacts anyone?
I myself have played this role in so many love stories, of which some were a flop show and others could have been a box office hit! I have seen my buddies falling in love, answered the “You really think she’s the one for me?” questions hundreds of times, jested at each encounter they had and been an unpaid critic telling them the best ideas to make these dates successful. Have made phone calls on friends’ behalf, acted as a pigeon conveying messages and helped resolve the Cold War when they had one. It has been my success to see the lovers unite and my failure when they didn’t. Have cried with my friends when their dreams shattered, lost hope in love with them and have floated through clouds when things went well…
I have also shouldered the responsibility of seeing that my friends did not get too hurt when they broke off. So I had the unfortunate job of tearing all the love letters. With my trembling hands and shaken faith I tore those letters full of emotions and promises, of commitment and abandonment. Can such a person who goes through so much from beginning to the end of the love story be of any less importance than the lovers themselves? Perhaps not I guess.
But, as most friends in a love story would have felt, I had felt neglected almost as many times as I had felt elated in all those love stories. Though I was genuinely happy for my friends, I almost felt a twinge of jealousy at being replaced each time. How many times have I planned something with my buddy only to be ditched at the last moment because “She wants to see that movie?” How many times have I sat all alone reminiscing of the times when I had someone to share my thoughts with? How many days have I gone along with them to be a silent spectator as they sat lost in each other? How many times, after being a part of every single turn in their love story, have I been told to mind my own business rather than meddle in theirs? Countless times, I suppose!
Had this put me off love stories? No, I am a die-hard romantic and a loyal friend. My support has been unconditional to all my friends who have fallen in love in the recent times. So has the support of all the friends in the love stories around the world. Without them, there would be love stories, but somewhat empty and lacking. So I decided long back that love and friendship can go together, as it was the matter of being more sensitive to both.
In search of someone who thinks the same….!!! Contacts anyone?
Tuesday, March 14, 2006
Kudos To Indian Muslims!
A special round of applause for the Indian Muslims, on issuing Fatwa against the terrorist organizations or the jehadis. They also demanded that these advocates of hatred stop naming their outfits after Allah and Prophet Mohammed. Several Muslim religious organizations also decided to launch a campaign to discourage Muslim youth from falling prey to such violent groups.
The fatwa is a message to rest of the population that Islam in no way supports violence, and the religion is being branded with terrorism just due to some people. It came in the wake of an unknown Islamic group calling itself Lashkar-e-Qahar (Army of the Subduer) claiming responsibility for the gruesome Varanasi blasts.
Islam is a religion of peace and using holy names against peace is disrespecting Islam, which does not even allow harming a tree or an animal cannot condone killing innocent people in the name of Jihad. To use the Prophet’s name for terrorist activities is sinful and un-Islamic and this is not Jihad. Not all fights are Jihad and terrorists are never jihadis.
According to the religious heads these terrorist organizations use the Prophet’s name just to attract religious-minded young people. Let these terrorists use other tactics and if they cannot drop the path of violence, then at least they must drop the Prophet’s names so that the entire Muslim community is not blamed.
The fatwa is a message to rest of the population that Islam in no way supports violence, and the religion is being branded with terrorism just due to some people. It came in the wake of an unknown Islamic group calling itself Lashkar-e-Qahar (Army of the Subduer) claiming responsibility for the gruesome Varanasi blasts.
Islam is a religion of peace and using holy names against peace is disrespecting Islam, which does not even allow harming a tree or an animal cannot condone killing innocent people in the name of Jihad. To use the Prophet’s name for terrorist activities is sinful and un-Islamic and this is not Jihad. Not all fights are Jihad and terrorists are never jihadis.
According to the religious heads these terrorist organizations use the Prophet’s name just to attract religious-minded young people. Let these terrorists use other tactics and if they cannot drop the path of violence, then at least they must drop the Prophet’s names so that the entire Muslim community is not blamed.
Monday, March 13, 2006
SMS IN TROUBLE
China has put in place a new law which states that those who indulge in sending indecent SMS jokes to friends are culpable for stringent actions. Now some people in India are contemplating if the same can be introduced here. How queer are some jerks in India!
First China is under Martial Law whereas India is a Democratic country, and secondly, the SMS here are sent between or forwarded between friends. And you always know your friends likes and dislikes, so even by mistake you are not going to hurt his/her sentiments. If China does not allow Text messaging, Freedom of Speech and if the Press in China is under the Government’s scanner can we copy all of this here in India? Then what kind of a Democracy is India having? Are we the Indians trying to copy from other countries or their stupid laws?
For those who are stating that these laws must be passed in India too, must keep away from cell phones and not indulge in Text messaging because they are the ones who are having problems and not the others who text message in lacs and generate huge incomes to the cell operators!
Well as a matter of fact what exactly is indecent or what is the exact demarcation between decent and indecent? What one may find decent the other person might feel offending or indecent? So the basic thing is that you should know the person at the receiving end of your text messaging but putting a law in place is not the best way. Though the MMS video clip circulation was a thing to be controlled and curbed, but according to an overview the most important thing to be curbed is the use of cell phones during meetings, live programmes and other places and educating people about mobile etiquettes!
First China is under Martial Law whereas India is a Democratic country, and secondly, the SMS here are sent between or forwarded between friends. And you always know your friends likes and dislikes, so even by mistake you are not going to hurt his/her sentiments. If China does not allow Text messaging, Freedom of Speech and if the Press in China is under the Government’s scanner can we copy all of this here in India? Then what kind of a Democracy is India having? Are we the Indians trying to copy from other countries or their stupid laws?
For those who are stating that these laws must be passed in India too, must keep away from cell phones and not indulge in Text messaging because they are the ones who are having problems and not the others who text message in lacs and generate huge incomes to the cell operators!
Well as a matter of fact what exactly is indecent or what is the exact demarcation between decent and indecent? What one may find decent the other person might feel offending or indecent? So the basic thing is that you should know the person at the receiving end of your text messaging but putting a law in place is not the best way. Though the MMS video clip circulation was a thing to be controlled and curbed, but according to an overview the most important thing to be curbed is the use of cell phones during meetings, live programmes and other places and educating people about mobile etiquettes!
Sunday, March 12, 2006
TVS APACHE: INDIAN HYABUSA
TVS APACHE
How much? Rs 52,498 (ex-showroom Chennai)
How big? Length: 1,976 mm Width: 743 mm Height: 1,100 mm
Ground clearance: 165 mm Wheelbase: 1,260 mm
Tank capacity: 16 liters
Engine 147.5 cc, 1-cylinder, four-stroke
Max power: 13.5 bhp @ 8500 rpm
Max torque: 1.25 kgm @ 6000 rpm
Performance 0-60 kph: 5.70 seconds
Top speed: 107 kph
Fuel efficiency: 51.5 kpl (overall)
Transmission 5-speed manual, 1-down-4-up shift
The Apache has all the prerequisites to acquire her own fan club. She has the looks, stunning performance, and good brakes to complement. She’s also a brilliant handler, not to mention her good ride quality, ergonomics and refinement levels that are on par with the best. Fuel efficiency isn’t too bad either.But the clincher, especially in the Indian context, is her price. At Rs 52,490 (ex-showroom Chennai) for disc brakes, electric start and those nice alloy wheels is a good Rs 3400 cheaper than the current best-seller Pulsar in similar trim. As we see it, Apache is not only a job well done by TVS, it is something the competition better we wary of!
Tuning is what begins to describe Apache’s looks. Though there are a few styling cues that remind us of the Pulsar. The black alloys wheels for instance, or even the muscular aura. But look closely and the differences are truly pronounced. Apache for starters, is a better integrated design. Nothing, and I mean nothing looks out of place on this bike, be it her proportions or the design lines. The latter gives the bike a flowing stance, that of being in motion even when standing still, especially in profile. Be it the tail piece, side panels or even the tank or front fairing, everything seems to be created with the purpose to achieve the same. Incorporation of red springs in the rear suspension for a red bike is a step forward too.
The front fairing, a combo of curves and sharp lines is not only novel but so well executed; it’s an absolute delight to the eyes. The headlamp too, where edges abound, and with the TVS logo sitting pretty towards the top, gives a distinct character to the bike. Add to it the chunky 90/90 front tire, and Apache comes across as one butch machine. The muscular, chiseled look is carried over to the tank, the side panels as well as the tailpiece. You have ridges running across the length of the tank and then on to the seat adding to the carved look, but the unique bit about the tank are the wide shoulders which give the bike a wider stance.
The low set handlebars and a lower seat helps the cause for the latter. Also in line with the sporty aura is the instrument cluster. A three-pod design houses the Speedo with a trip meter in the centre, the tacho, and fuel gauge and telltale lights on the sides, which are easy to read besides gelling well with the bike’s persona. You also get typical TVS economy and power mode indicators christened cruise and zoom. Fit and finish in the mean time is on par if not better than the best in the country; no yawning gaps, uneven paint finish or the like.
How much? Rs 52,498 (ex-showroom Chennai)
How big? Length: 1,976 mm Width: 743 mm Height: 1,100 mm
Ground clearance: 165 mm Wheelbase: 1,260 mm
Tank capacity: 16 liters
Engine 147.5 cc, 1-cylinder, four-stroke
Max power: 13.5 bhp @ 8500 rpm
Max torque: 1.25 kgm @ 6000 rpm
Performance 0-60 kph: 5.70 seconds
Top speed: 107 kph
Fuel efficiency: 51.5 kpl (overall)
Transmission 5-speed manual, 1-down-4-up shift
The Apache has all the prerequisites to acquire her own fan club. She has the looks, stunning performance, and good brakes to complement. She’s also a brilliant handler, not to mention her good ride quality, ergonomics and refinement levels that are on par with the best. Fuel efficiency isn’t too bad either.But the clincher, especially in the Indian context, is her price. At Rs 52,490 (ex-showroom Chennai) for disc brakes, electric start and those nice alloy wheels is a good Rs 3400 cheaper than the current best-seller Pulsar in similar trim. As we see it, Apache is not only a job well done by TVS, it is something the competition better we wary of!
Tuning is what begins to describe Apache’s looks. Though there are a few styling cues that remind us of the Pulsar. The black alloys wheels for instance, or even the muscular aura. But look closely and the differences are truly pronounced. Apache for starters, is a better integrated design. Nothing, and I mean nothing looks out of place on this bike, be it her proportions or the design lines. The latter gives the bike a flowing stance, that of being in motion even when standing still, especially in profile. Be it the tail piece, side panels or even the tank or front fairing, everything seems to be created with the purpose to achieve the same. Incorporation of red springs in the rear suspension for a red bike is a step forward too.
The front fairing, a combo of curves and sharp lines is not only novel but so well executed; it’s an absolute delight to the eyes. The headlamp too, where edges abound, and with the TVS logo sitting pretty towards the top, gives a distinct character to the bike. Add to it the chunky 90/90 front tire, and Apache comes across as one butch machine. The muscular, chiseled look is carried over to the tank, the side panels as well as the tailpiece. You have ridges running across the length of the tank and then on to the seat adding to the carved look, but the unique bit about the tank are the wide shoulders which give the bike a wider stance.
The low set handlebars and a lower seat helps the cause for the latter. Also in line with the sporty aura is the instrument cluster. A three-pod design houses the Speedo with a trip meter in the centre, the tacho, and fuel gauge and telltale lights on the sides, which are easy to read besides gelling well with the bike’s persona. You also get typical TVS economy and power mode indicators christened cruise and zoom. Fit and finish in the mean time is on par if not better than the best in the country; no yawning gaps, uneven paint finish or the like.
AHMEDABAD'S HISTORY
Ahmedabad or Ahmadabad is the largest city in Gujarat and the sixth largest city in India with a population of almost 5 million. The city is also sometimes called Karnavati, an older name and as Amdavad in colloquial Gujarati. Ahmedabad is the administrative center of Ahmedabad District, and was the former capital of Gujarat State from 1960 to 1970, when Gandhinagar replaced it.
The city was founded in the 15th century by Sultan Ahmed Shah on the Sabarmati River, and served as capital of the Sultanate of Gujarat. The historic center of Ahmedabad is presently a thriving business district. Ahmedabad is mainly divided in two parts, the old city, and new city. The old city has developed rather haphazardly, and most of the roads are narrow and crowded during business hours. The new city has well-structured, wide roads. A wide variety of shops and businesses exist in the city.
In addition to its role as a commercial center, Ahmedabad is also an important industrial center, with chemical and textile industries. Ahmedabad is often described as the Manchester of the East, because of its once-booming textile industry. Ahmedabad is a very beautiful city.
In 1915, Mahatma Gandhi came from South Africa and established an ashram on the banks of Sabarmati. He started the salt Satyagraha in 1930. He and many followers marched from his ashram to the coastal village of Dandi, Gujarat, to protest against the British imposing a tax on salt. Before he left the ashram, he vowed not to return to the ashram until India became independent.
Geography
Ahmedabad is Gujarat's largest city and the headquarters of Ahmedabad district. It is located on the banks of the River Sabarmati at an elevation of 55 meters (180 ft). It has a dry climate. Its highest recorded temperature is 48°C and lowest is 5°C
Transport
The city was founded in the 15th century by Sultan Ahmed Shah on the Sabarmati River, and served as capital of the Sultanate of Gujarat. The historic center of Ahmedabad is presently a thriving business district. Ahmedabad is mainly divided in two parts, the old city, and new city. The old city has developed rather haphazardly, and most of the roads are narrow and crowded during business hours. The new city has well-structured, wide roads. A wide variety of shops and businesses exist in the city.
In addition to its role as a commercial center, Ahmedabad is also an important industrial center, with chemical and textile industries. Ahmedabad is often described as the Manchester of the East, because of its once-booming textile industry. Ahmedabad is a very beautiful city.
In 1915, Mahatma Gandhi came from South Africa and established an ashram on the banks of Sabarmati. He started the salt Satyagraha in 1930. He and many followers marched from his ashram to the coastal village of Dandi, Gujarat, to protest against the British imposing a tax on salt. Before he left the ashram, he vowed not to return to the ashram until India became independent.
Geography
Ahmedabad is Gujarat's largest city and the headquarters of Ahmedabad district. It is located on the banks of the River Sabarmati at an elevation of 55 meters (180 ft). It has a dry climate. Its highest recorded temperature is 48°C and lowest is 5°C
Transport
- Domestic and International Airport: Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport
- Ahmedabad is well connected with rails and roads. The Ahmedabad railway station holds as a junction with railway lines emerging towards Mumbai, Delhi, Saurashtra and Kutch.
- As far as roads are concerned, Ahmedabad is an important station on the National Highway 8 which connects Delhi to Mumbai. The recent completion of the 6-laned Express Highway from Ahmedabad to Baroda, part of the Golden Quadrilateral Project, has boosted trade between the two industrial hubs by reducing transport time by several notches.
Thursday, March 09, 2006
KASHMIR PROBLEM
Just the other day I had the chance to overhear a debate on “HOW TO OVERCOME TERRORISM IN KASHMIR” and I was surprised that more than 75% people wanted war to be the solution of this 55 year problem. And what was more surprising is that these people were literate and were well aware of the adverse effects of war.
The people are so much distressed on this Kashmir Issue which has bothered them and their forefathers and cause the death of hundreds of innocent citizens on both the sides of the border. Their version was that we should destroy Pakistan but these people forget that it will lead to further complicate the matters and can also lead to the beginning of the Third World War and the total annihilation of the human race because all the nations have nuclear arsenal at their disposal and if it comes in the wrong hands then no one can help us all.
I think the solution of this problem is Peaceful negotiations on all the fronts but at the same time stringent action should be melted on the insurgents who penetrate the borders and try to derail the peace process between the two countries. The insurgents are persons with vested interests and can do well to no one. They are better done to death than cause the destruction of the human race.
If any one else has a better solution on this problem then they are most welcome to post their ideas and comments here.
The people are so much distressed on this Kashmir Issue which has bothered them and their forefathers and cause the death of hundreds of innocent citizens on both the sides of the border. Their version was that we should destroy Pakistan but these people forget that it will lead to further complicate the matters and can also lead to the beginning of the Third World War and the total annihilation of the human race because all the nations have nuclear arsenal at their disposal and if it comes in the wrong hands then no one can help us all.
I think the solution of this problem is Peaceful negotiations on all the fronts but at the same time stringent action should be melted on the insurgents who penetrate the borders and try to derail the peace process between the two countries. The insurgents are persons with vested interests and can do well to no one. They are better done to death than cause the destruction of the human race.
If any one else has a better solution on this problem then they are most welcome to post their ideas and comments here.
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