Sunday, September 09, 2012

SOS: India in a firm grip of corruption

India is in grave danger of turning into a rogue state in the near future.The pseudo socialism, crony capitalism and feudal history at work in public and national governance has taken India deeper into mess, which is too late to be cleansed from within.

The firm grip of politicos with criminal background over law enforcement, policy, welfare programmes, public finances amongst many others is beginning to show its manifestation through rampant large scale corruptions in sports, mining, telecom airwaves and even defence. The politicos at the helm are indulging in the worst form of governance via mud-slinging, character assasinations, unjustified and overt usage of power, unreasonable and senseless arguments and very recently, employment of lawyers and professionals to bend media and public opinion.

The media is in a worse state, its left with no choice but to side with those in power, as the government does not bat an eyelid before indulging in vendetta outbursts.The dependence of media on an overtly opaque bureaucracy and a system that functions on priciples of favouritism is there for all to see. What foreign media calls complete intellectual bankruptcy, the national media seem to state is only a passing "bad" phase of governance in an otherwise healthy government.

Indian politics itself is run on petty, shallow matters like caste, subsidies and black money plays a pivotal role in the selection of representatives. In the initial years after independence, this phenomenon was sprinkled with a fresh whiff of nationalism and pride of public service. However, the sudsequent governments have taken out most of the good politicos and have established a system which does not give any chance for well-intended genuine candidates. Why? Lets' look at the key reasons -
1. Corrupt and criminals have no deterrent. On the contrary, they have a strong purpose to be in power, as the judiciary - which has been kept purposely inefficient - takes way too long to deliver justice.
2. Lawlessness - be it in cities, villages or  any small towns - is rampant, and naturally leads to the dominance of those in power. In simpler terms - Laws of the Jungle still apply wholly in India.
3. Appeasement of religious and caste minorities, both abstract, unscientific, and terribly shallow concepts.
4. Creation of toothless bodies to oversee elections, law, public account and corruption.
5. Zero efforts at nationalism.

We should not forget that India represents 1/6th of humanity, and the few people that are entrusted with the well-being and governance of them are no less than a pack wolves preying on anything that has meat on it. Indian population welfare is in the interest of humanity, and this government is clearly detrimental to the welfare of 1/6th of world population. It should not only be removed, but ensured that it never finds it way into power anytime during the 21st century.

Manaswi joins Dr. Pillai Global Academy, Gorai

Mia started her school today - 13 June 2012 - a day me and Sony were both feared and longed for. The first step for our little daughter - away from us, towards the society that she will be part of. Happy tears, and heart filled with pride and hope that she takes a very different path in this journey than what was available for her parents, finds people that help her shape her personality positively, and above all makes her life complete in all respects. 

This has got  to be the most difficult time for us - parents - but at the same time I want her to know that I wish her the very best that life has to offer, and will always be there for her, no matter what life has in store for her. 
Go fly little bird, your wings will take you places.





Saturday, March 31, 2012

Would Tablet replace Laptops?

Unlikely.

The two devices will serve two clearly delineable area - casual everyday computing and serious business.I would never imagine doing any sort of serious code / design on the tablet nor would I probably be doing emails and photo-browsing on the laptop.

This is clearly an evolutionary step, I was missing seriously, but love the idea of being connected on the go hereafter!

Friday, March 30, 2012

My first blog post from a tablet

Today I managed to find the time to purchase a Samsung Galaxy Tab, v.750. Still evaluating though, but typing this blog entry is quite painful. But I will post a more detailed review of the tab.

Saturday, March 17, 2012

Ton-Tonna-Ton: Sachin Tendulkar > Cricket > BCCI

Sachin Ramesh Tendulkar. He is the last of its' kind, and there never shall be another one. Why? He represents that golden era of Mumbai's when the balance between open spaces and its' population was still undisturbed, when its' populace knew what Hard Work meant, where the ambitions were soaring, and the future was as bright as summerday sunshine.

Sachin Tendulkar was a product of a generation untouched by instant fame, instant money, and cricketers still believed in ensuring long careers. The "young" lot today from small towns and fringe villages are hardly inspiring to watch nor is their brand of cricket commercial. When the Dhoni's & Raina's become the face of Indian Cricket, start expecting chaddi-banian, gutka manufacturers to become primary sponsors of cricket matches, as that's the kind of crowd they are gonna pull. Dhoni, with his despicable batting style, and "smarter-than-god" demeanour looks set to sell a lot of MDH masale and Amul underwears.

The day Sachin retires, is when Cricket retires from our television, unless theres' a master class batsman that rises in India. Arjun Tendulkar is promising, but he's hardly middle-class, the dude is not gonna care rats' ass if he gets' selected or not.

I am particularly worried about the whole concept of Sports in India, where winner get celebrated, regardless of their performance. I remember a Davis Cup match in Kolkata, where the Indian crowd was so partisan that one Mr. Goran Ivanisovic was disgusted, and gave up fighting for victory out of the discouragement on offer.

Indian Cricket - be forewarned - the sport is neither amazing nor entertaining without the likes of Sachin or Sehwag. Start searching for the next Sachin, or be prepared to sell Amul underwears.

Lastly, my sincere thanks to Sachin Tendulkar, thank you very much, you gave us hope, happiness and the spirit that made us what we are. Confident, well-studied, aggresive and above all - successful.