CHANGING THE FACE OF POLICE

ARVIND K.PANDEY

It's strange that the Centre is reluctant in honouring the wishes of the Supreme Court ,which is determined to to change the face of Indian police . Needless to state that changes have become must to bridge the gulf between police and people . More so when police has turned into icons of brutality and demonic attributes . What makes the Centre remain indifferent to the pleas of the Supreme Court ? Is the Centre interested in making police slave to its " sharabi-kababi culture " ? Well, time has come to make police accountable to the human rights of ordinary citizens , enabling them to wipe out their image of police as agents of terror from their memories .

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PRIYANKA : THE POLICE NEED TO HAVE FAITH IN GANDHIGIRI INSTEAD OF BEING GUIDED BY DANDAGIRI ...MEOW..MEOW

TOMMY : YEHI HAI SAHI MEOW ..AHA ....BOW..BOW

EXPOLITING FARMERS

ARVIND K.PANDEY

(Published in BUSINESS ECONOMICS, MAY 31, 2007)

Considering the fact that policies aimed at large acquisition of lands have been formulated at par with interests of business czars ,the owners of these lands feel betrayed . It's surprising that the UPA government ,supported by the so-called saviours of workers, decided to go ahead with the creation of SEZs weighed heavily in the favour of those who are marred by the ills of suffice . The violent protests in Nandigram should make it clear to everybody ,associated with projects recquiring large possession of land , that owners need to be made part and parcel of such projects .How can their interests be dismissed without making substantial arrangements for their bread and butter ? Also, the government should eye barren lands instead of offering cultivable land to the capitalists .

CHECKING RAGGING

ARVIND K.PANDEY

The Supreme Court's verdict would certainly provide a sigh of relief to the freshers and their parents .It's a harsh reality that menace of ragging has brought an untimely end to the bright prospects of meritorious students , forcing them to either end their lives or turn them into victims of psychlogical disorders .The students who dared to oppose the bullying of seniors met with violent tit-for-tat counter attacks . One hopes that now such infamous episodes in medical and engineering colleges would become a thing of past . In fact , the Supreme Court has ensured measures , which make the trial courts adjudicate ragging cases in expeditious manner . In a more immediate sense , the onus now lies on the college administration to ensure that victims get a fair deal in such incidents if at all it comes to intercept such a case .

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TOMMY : NOW THE DADAGIRI OF SENIOR PRIYANKAS WILL BECOME A THING OF PAST ON THE COLLEGE CAMPUS ....BOW-BOW

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TIRED SOLDIERS

ARVIND K.PANDEY

Ultimately , the imperialist designs of America are beginning to spell doom for its warriors having sleepless nights in various parts of the world to turn wild dreams into a reality . Worse, the emergence of dangerous forces in Iraq is proving nightmarish for the American soldiers who are unable to check the menace of car bombers . It's time for the American defence officials to be in league with " ground realities " before camouflaging its selfish interests as missions for the sake of humanity .Or else , such vain ambitions could annihilate the well-being of American soldiers , trapping them in virtual death-traps forever.

IGNORING COMMON MAN

ARVIND K.PANDEY

(Published in NEWSWEEK ,MAY 28 , 2007 )

There is merit in Opposition's criticism that Chidambaram has ignored the interests of common man . It appears that in his eyes well-being of cats and dogs is of greater importance than bread and better concerns of an ordinary citizen .It's ironical that no substantial provisions have been made to control the price rise .It's time for him to realize that growth rate of 9% loses significance if it does not ensure a better standard of living for the masses . We want real progress instead of rosy picture expressed in terms of dry facts .

MOVING TOWARDS SAFFRONISATION

ARVIND K.PANDEY

If saffron " is a beautiful colour ,the colour of renunciation ,worn by monks and other of great and good character "( U.R. Anantha Murthy ) then what makes Leftists set roadblocks in the path of saffronisation ? Why they raise hue and cry over attempts of saffronisation ? In fact , the Leftists are guilty of ascribing wrong notions to dreams of saffronisation , being unable to rise above their pevert mindset . It's also necessary to probe the causes which make India's bond with 'iniversal consciousness ' appear very natural , making her to perceive whole world as her family . Honestly speaking , the ideals imparted by our Rishis have become part of our beings ,making it difficult for the Hindus to create complexities in the name of differences . I don't see any harm if certain organisations are working day and night to provide these ideals a dignified space in modern India . If some people are unable to digest the rise of these institutions ,it's because they have never bothered to understand their philosophy and ideas in a right way . Just like our Leftists friends , they are contend with sweeping conclusions about their purpose and beliefs .It's time for them to shatter limitations of their intellect so that they can see through ancient ideas the saffron way !

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PRIYANKA :IT'S SAD THAT ANYTHING REMOTELY ASSOCIATED WITH HINDUISM IS PERCEIVED AS EXTENSION OF COMMUNALISM AND A BIG THREAT FOR SECULAR FABRIC OF INDIA ....MEOW..MEOW

TOMMY:THAT'S SO TRUE ....IT'S ALL THE HANDIWORK OF OUR SO-CALLED INTELLECTUALS BELONGING TO LEFT BRIGADE . THOUGH THEIR PHILOSOPHY HAS BEEN REJECTED BY MOST OF THE COUNTRIES , THEY HAVE REFUSED TO FALL IN THE LINE OF CHANGES WHICH HAVE HIT THE GLOBE ...BOW..BOW..BOW

BLASTS IN HYDERABAD

ARVIND K. PANDEY

The blasts in Hyderabad's Mecca Masjid were surely a treachereous attempt on the part of extremist forces to widen the gulf between the majority and minority . It's a strage coincidence that the blasts took place on day when Mumbai Court began sentencing in Mumbai blasts case . Anyway, the blasts have once again hinted at the growing network of dangerous elements .One hopes that government would take all steps to wipe out home-grown terrorists ,supported by the foreign powers .

FREEDOM OF CHOICE

ARVIND K.PANDEY

Let me say that "freedom of choice" means
nothing for people falling in lower realms of society .It's another weapon in hand of the priviligentisia , who use it often to further sharpen the difference between them and poverty-stricken souls . Long back ago our Rishis had talked about the age in which non-self will rule the roost .Certainly ,the gimmicks of elites confirm the arrival of age in which superficialty be the mantra to survive .Jeremy Seabrook right that wrongs which can be diluted have attianed a fatal permanence .Let's hope Sri Aurobindo's higher souls ,having connection with supramental forces , bring new light in the world in near future .

MAKERS OF NEW CINEMA

ARVIND K. PANDEY

(Published in GRAPHITI, THE TELEGRAPH, MAY 20,2007)

The emergence of multiplexes have allowed new-age directors to experiment with wild themes . It's indicative of not only their creative insights but also of their abilty to feel the pulse of viewers . Interestingly ,modern times has given rise to host of conflicting situations , which provide new directors enough masaala to revolve around .Let's not ignore the fact that hi-fi technology and creation of better space for the viewers have acted as catalyst for the creative instincts of these maverick directors .

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MOVIES BY THE NEW-AGE DIRECTORS IN RECENT PERIOD :

1. Honemoon Travels Private Ltd .
2. Swami
3.Ek Chaalis Ki Last Last Local
4. Metro
5.Bheja Fry

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TOMMY :TIME FOR PRIYANKA TO SPEND SOME TIME IN MULTIPLEXES WITH BOTTLE OF MILK .THIS WOULD KEEP HER FIT 'N' FINE .

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TAKING CARE OF HEART

ARVIND K.PANDEY

(Published In THE WEEK, MAY 27,2007)

The reason for increase in cardiac problems, quite simply , is that we have failed to curb lifestyle disorders . Though hospitals having state-of-the- art facilties have enabled the patients to have a new lease of life , the change in attitude towards the changes in modern world is the real way to check the heart related diseases . Let's not ignore the fact that most of the quality hospitals are situated in cities , which has left rural people at the mercy of Lord . It's ime to provide these people ray of hope by establishing quality hospitals in the rural belt , offering services in a cheaper way .

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TOMMY : TENSION NAHIN MANGTA ....IS PRIYANKA LISTENING ?...BOW.BOW

GROWING POPULATION OF ILLITERATES

ARVIND K.PANDEY

(Published In THE HINDU , MAY 20,2007)

I agree with Shashi Tharoor that lack of resources and poverty-related nightmares are the principle reasons ,which have made mockery of government's effort to provide oxygen to primary education . Worse , increase in population has given birth to new set of complexities .Ironically , the government is more interested in reservation politics in the education field than tackling problems chasing children -the future of nation . Not only the government has to make education a mean to create better job prospects but also ensure that all children turn literate in real sense .

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TOMMY : TIME FOR PRIYANKA TO ENSURE THAT PUPPIES AND KITTENS HAVE BRIGHT FUTURE ...BOW-BOW

ATTACKING SOMALIA

ARVIND K.PANDEY

It's ironical that hideouts of al-Qaeda in Somalia have provided US an opportunity to make it target of its air raids .What makes Islamic militants to turn poor countries into abode of evil in the eyes of US ? It's really tragic that US is inventing one pretext after another to trample the sovereignty of even the poorest nation . Only time will tell whether US is able to root out the menace of al-Qaeda in Somalia . But one thing is certain :Somalia is bound to lie in tatters once the war gets over . True , the fate of poor nation is to become poor further .

HELL CALLED HOME

ARVIND K.PANDEY

(Published in THE SUNDAY INDIAN , MAY 21-MAY 27,07 )

Its tragic that sexual predators camouflaged as near and dear ones are sowing seeds of psychological disorders for young children . Earlier their presence created atmosphere of mutual respect , leading to healthy cross-generational exchanges . However , things have taken U-turn in a wrong direction with emergence of distorted relationship with them .The only way to curb such happenings would be to make young minds distinguish between the right and wrong form of touch .The study is ,indeed, a sad commentary on the state of affairs prevalent in our homes , wherein the perverts close proximity with negative currents of time is scripting pages of doom for both boys and girls

CURIOUS WHEAT POLICY

ARVIND K.PANDEY

(Published in BUSINESS INDIA , MAY 20,07)

The wheat policy of the UPA government is marred by curious contradictions .On one hand , it has no time to heed to genuine demands of the wheat producers ,who have to sell their produce via middlemen to elicit better prices . On the other hand , the government is importing wheat at high rates from other countries . This bad economics and worse politics have taken toll on not only wheat production but also worsened the state of affairs of the wheat producers .Surprisingly , the benefits offered to the farmers after lot of hue and cry serves little purpose other than ensuring survival of political creatures . Today , most of the farmers are reeling under problems triggered by lack of irrigation facilties and erratic power supply .At least , the government should not ingnore its moral responsibilty of providing basic facilities to the farmers so that they can hope of better days .

MAYAVATI'S MAYA(ILLUSION) PREVAILS

ARVIND K. PANDEY

(Published In THE TELEGRAPH,MAY 18 ,2007)

Those who stand for nothing fall for anything "(Alexander Hamilton ). There is no other way to assess the verdict of electorates in recent UP elections other than to fall in the line of above-mentioned adage . Unfortunately , the diabolical caste-based politics , higlighted as social engineering by the poll analysts , has worked wonders for Mayavati . Ironically , the self-proclaimed guardians of Dalits ,the BSP, fought the elections without a formal election manifesto . What's more the upper-class which always remained at the vituperative end of BSP's think-tank has today helped Mayavati to remain in the driver's seat ! It remains to be seen how the new -found love for each other is going to change things in Uttar Pradesh . Let's hope Mayavati, rising above politics of vendetta , pulls the state out of goondaism and economic backwardness .

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PRIYANKA : THE SLOGAN OF BSP " TILAK, TARAJU AUR TALWAR, INKO MARO JOOTE CHAR " SHOULD NOW TURN INTO " TILAK ,TARAJU AUR TALWAR ,INKO KARO TUM NAMASKAR " ......MEOW..MEOW ...

TOMMY : WELL SAID , PRIYANKA . YOU ARE SOMETIMES REALLY LOADED WITH POLITICALLY CORRECT MEOWS .IS THIS TRANSFORMATION IN BSP'S APPRIACH A SORT OF POETIC JUSTICE ? ......BOW-BOW

TENDULKAR :FAR AWAY FROM TRUTH

ARVIND K.PANDEY

The verbal artillery from Sachin Tendulkar between Tendulkar and Chappell serves no purpose other than placing him in troubled waters . Surely ,even his most ardent admirer would find it difficult to reckon with merit of his argument . Does he want to suggest that Greg Chappell didn't enjoy power to unleash better sense of understanding in the team ? Do seniors enjoy certain priviliges which make them above the diktats of Coach ? Well, Sachin should realise that the Indian team has failed to rise above personal interests . They have taken themselves far too seriously with little regard for the fact that they are represntatives of the aspirations of Indians on the field . Needless to say , the Team India divided into small islands of mutiny has evoked fear , hate and anger in the minds of fans instead of giving rise to waves of sympathy for the players governed by prejudices . It's time to marginalise the players who don't develop the habit of playing for the nation in true professional manner .

SCIENTISTS :TRAPPED IN SHORT CUTS

ARVIND K.PANDEY

It's strange but true that curse of globalisation has forced intellectual class to part away with virtuous mindset .What R.A. Mashelkar did( alleged charges of plagiarism ) should not come as a surprise since it's not an easy task to remain above unhealthy tendencies unleashed by the modern times . Even in the Western world scientists have been found involved in plagiarism .There is a great rush among the present-age achievers to attain a celebrity status compromising values which define an ideal persona . Perhaps everbody is interested in attaining a certain stature witout having patience to work hard for it . No wonder there is decline in standards in all creative fields right from science to music .

TIME TO RE-CREATE OBC QUOTA

ARVIND K.PANDEY

The Supreme Court has done the right by refusing to validate the OBC quota in its present form . True , the grounds for sustaining quota cannot spring from factual inaccuracies regarding their present strength . It should be clear that the extension of quota system should be guided by ground realities rather than being governed by narrow political concerns . It will be but fair to suggest that actualities be taken into consideration to frame a pragmatic policy for the welfare of OBCs . However , it's unfortunate that both the Congress and the UPA are trying to circumvent the Supreme Court's decision .Probably , they lack guts to rise above their

CHASED BY PROBLEMS YET SMILING

ARVIND K.PANDEY

Well, the religious beliefs have been the guardian spirits of the Indian people living amid host of coplex problems . One can't help but wonder over the Indian people capacity to strike a balance even in the most trying conditions .True , most of the instituitions in the country have been built by the Britishers which are today ,ironically , run by 'brown sahibs 'possesssing English temperament. It's the infinite patience of our people which has allowed the unholy nexus between netas , bureaucrats and goons to thrive , making mockery of not only the democratic principles but also destroying the ipmact generated by the glorious scientific achievements in all these years . It's time to give opportunity to real people to work in instituitions , which are not the extensions of foreign influence marked by greed and and suppression .

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TOMMY : I HAVE NO CASH , CATS ,HOME ,CARS YET I AM HAPPIER THAN MY BRITISH AND AMERRCAN COUNTERPARTS WHO ARE TROUBLED BY THE COPLEXTIES ARISING OUT OF AFFLUENCY .......BOW .BOW

PRIYANKA : WELL, IF I CAN CONTROL MY BASIC INSTINCTS, I WILL CERTAINLY BE LOT HAPPIER AND RELAXED ..MEOW..MEOW

SMUGGLING PEOPLE

ARVIND K.PANDEY

(Published In THE SUNDAY INDIAN, MAY 14-MAY 20,2007)

(Also Published In INDIA TODAY ,MAY 21,2007)

It's quite clear that organised crime cannot exist without support of political bigwigs like Babubhai Katara . It's shocking that our MPs are more intersted in being part and parcel of heinous crimes instead of working for the welfare of people .The business of human trafficking is indicative of the fact that the Indian government is unable to tackle the problem of enemployment , allowing the touts and travel agents to sell dreams of making moolah in distant lands . Apart from punishing the culprits , it's time for the government to create better space for unemployed youths in the nation to prevent them from being smuggled out of the country .

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TOMMY : LET'S HOPE SOMEONE DOSEN'T SMUGGLES PRIYANKA OUT OF THIS NATION .AFTER ALL, WE HAVE LEARNT TO LIVE AMIDST TROUBLES .....BOW..BOW

TIME TO TRAVEL

(Published in DASH ,MAY 2007 )

The scenic panoramas in distant lands have always haunted the Indians.Probably this is why Malaysia and Mauritius became the permanent home for many visiting Indians.Let me inform you that our movies have played a great role in showing direction to the 'travel bug'.First it was the beautiful landscape of Kashmir which enthralled us;next to follow on the silver screen was Switzerland.Today host of nations comprising of Africa , NewZeland ,Britain and etc. have become the most sought after places for our moviemakers.The travel agencies should be greatful to these unsung heroes for boom in their busuiness.Taking a cue from the Western nations ,let the Indian government take all measures to bring our natural sites on the world map.

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SOME SONGS PROMOTING TOURISM .

1.Ye Kashmir Hai ...(Movie :Bemisaal ;Music :RD Burman ) .

2. In Hawaoen Mein In Fizaoen Mein ..(Movie : Gumrah ;Music :Ravi;Lyrics :Sahir )

3.Ye Parvatoen Ke Dayerin Ye Shaam Ka Dhooan ......

4.Neelein Gagan Ke Talen ...(Movie :Hamraaz ; Music : Ravi ;Lyrics :Sahir ) .

5.Ye Waadiyan Ye Fizayein Bula Rahein Hai Tumhein ...

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TOMMY : LET'S TRAVEL ..BOW-BOW

PRIYANKA : HOW CAN I DO SO WHEN YOU CAN'T AFFORD MILK FOR ME ...MEOW ..MEOW

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NANDIGRAM ON FIRE

(Published in HARDNEWS, MAY 2007)

Though the Prime Minister Manmohan Singh is determined to go ahead with the formation of SEZs , the growing resentment among people is bound to give rise to many Nandigrams . It's unfortunate that fear psychosis is being generated among the farmers , who are not willing to accept cock and bull theory about the benefits of SEZs . First , they are asked to strip off their rights and , on refusal , they find themselves at the receiving end of brutalities of the State machinery including police . Is this the way to tackle grievances of poor people ? Why do the State governments love to crack whip on people , who come to voice their differences in a strong way ? Remember , the killings have taken place in a state governed by the ' champions of poor '. The murder of innocent people has exposed that difference between the Leftists and the agents of globalisation has vanished .You are right there are crocodile's tears from the one's who ,till this very moment, were vociferously championing the cause of capitalists .Unless we wipe out the wolve in the garb of sheep ,it won't be easy to provide better days for the weaker souls .

SHARING WATER OF CAUVERY

(Published In DOWN TO EARTH ,MAY 15,2007)

The CWDT's verdict seems to have set the records straight in the heart of actuality . However , Karnataka feels let down since there is an emotive angle as well which on its part has not been taken into consideration to arrive at the decision . Karnataka should not further complicate the whole issue by challenging the award in the Supreme Court . Not only it would hurt the interest of states involved but also add more years already wasted in eliciting the final decision .Most problems in this nation arise out of shortsightedness of the netas than emanating out of the ground realities .

THE SOCIOLOGY OF SUICIDE

( Published In BUSINESS ECONOMICS ,MAY 15,2007 )

The irony is that adhering to higher values is viewed as an obstacle in attainment of the cherished dreams. The previous generations were successfully able to rise above the complexities of life because of its deep faith in the religious beliefs. Since this generation has been fed on ‘borrowed ideals’ it has come to imbibe mercurial tendencies, those that often invite unpleasant consequences; to say the least. The worse part of this whole affair is that any attempt of restoration of these age old values comes to be labeled as ‘saffronisation’ by the psuedo -intellectuals who as usual come to resist it. This pathetic situation, invloving the suicides by bright students, which has come to hit metros should be an eye –opener for those who are unable to find any thing worth for emulation in our culture. At least they should now refrain themselves from engaging in mindless criticism. It’s really sad and unfortunate that the deserving souls always find themselves in pool of troubles. Even when India is apparently shining some are compelled ,like the farmers of Vidharba , to end their lives. Let’s hope this government does something to improve their condition.

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DEATH OF WOOLMER

(Also published in BUSINESS ECONOMICS ,MAY 15, 2007)

The unnatural death of Bob Woolmer is a shocking news for the cricket fans across the globe .His death reveals that cricket is in the grip of wrong people , who are dictating the course of game to suit their vested interest .It's surprising that the cricket's most premier tournament ,too, has turned into haven for the bookies influential and powerful enough to eliminate a high-profile coach in a brutal manner .Well, his death not only exposes glaring lapses in security arrangements but also brings in open the dark shades enveloping the Pakistan Cricket Board .No need to state that he did not enjoy a good relationship with some Pakistani players . In nutshell , the excessive commercialisation of cricket is root cause of most of the problems . The equations governed by money have robbed off the better aspects of game , making it part of our lives for all the wrong reasons . At present ,the bookies are creating twists and turns in the game than breath-taking performances !

KILLING STUDENTS

(Published In The FRONTLINE, MAY 18,2007)

The gunning down of innocent students at Virginia Tech by Cho Seung-Hui is a window to the American society dominated by guilt complexes borne out of suppressed feelings . True , hunt for 'snapping moment ' in mass murderers serves no purpose in the wake of complex emotions possessing them for a long period .Anyway , the guys like Cho Seung -Hui are victim of negative emotions emanating from fast-paced lifestyle which has no scope for humane considerations .It's not surprising that a society which compels the individuals to be on the razor's edge all the time acts as catalyst for such tragic episodes . The only way to prevent students from falling prey to psychosis is to provide young people abundant opportunities to uneash their potential in a fair manner .

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PRIYANKA & TOMMY : LET THERE BE NO REPETITION OF SUCH CRUEL ACTS ....MEOW..MEOW..BOW-BOW

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