Dear friends, Lend me your ears;
I come to bury Saddam, not to praise him.
The evil that men do, lives on after them,
The good is often buried with their bones.
So let it be with Saddam.
The noble BushHas told you that Saddam was cruel;
If it were so, it was a grievous fault,
And greviously has Saddam answered it.
Here- under the leave of Bush and the rest-
For Bush is an honourable man;
So are they all, all honourable men-
Come I to speak in Saddam's funeral.
He was not just a dictator.
He was something more than that.
Saddam created a modern, secular republic.
In his Iraq, women wore skirts and worked in office
and men freely drank in the bars.
He never allowed Iraq's foreign policy to be guided by religion.
On the Kashmir issue, Iraq always backed India at the UN,
Nullifying Pakistan's Islamic card.
But you say Bush is an honourable man.
We now know that Saddam never sponsored terrorism,
no WMD's were found.
Maybe some day we will know
whether all those gory tales of his dictatorship are true or not.
Every man, no matter how evil, holds the right to a fair trial.
I mourn on the ruthless slaughter of Law, Justice, Fairness and Impartiality by USA
May Law's soul rest in Peace ॐ
Saturday, December 30, 2006
Friday, December 22, 2006
Why shouldnt Wal-Mart come to India?
(In response to the Anti-Wal Mart communities and blogs)
With Wal-Mart Stores, Inc. having been a force in the U.S. for well over two decades now, the company has earned a reputation for driving small family-owned businesses off the map. Its relentless drive to offer consumers the very lowest prices has altered the retail landscape dramatically, for better or worse. And now it wants to take the savings to India. Critics are saying that country, burgeoning middle-class and all, is not ready for the Wal-Mart experience. Unfortunately, I have to respond "welcome to the new global marketplace -- our turn."India is fighting Wal-Mart's announced plans to begin operations there in 2007. For many, the so-called "Wal-Mart Effect" is more than just a matter of losing shops in historic downtowns. With its huge population and growing middle class, India must be an attractive market to Wal-Mart. But will Wal-Mart's brand of Mom & Pop-killing retail fly in a country with nearly 40 million small shop owners? Not necessarily. Wal-Mart is pulling out of markets in South Korea and Germany. Still, no doubt the small business class in India is finding it harder to sleep at night. On the first appearance, the fragmented Indian retail sector looks like it may not offer serious challenge to the global giants. But the truth is far from it. Indian retailers are a resilient lot and will offer intense competition - against which the global giants will find it tough. It will be more like an army of ants bringing down an elephant.
To understand this consider the case of Metro - the German retail giant in India. Metro entered India in 2003 with a superstore format. Metro wanted to sell to other small shop owners/retailers on a cash-and-carry basis. Initially Metro was able to give a significant price discount when compared to other retailers - but soon that advantage disappeared. Local retailers are now able to beat Metro on price on most items.
And why shouldn't Wal-Mart try to open in India? Is it any different from the numerous Indian immigrants who own half the hotels(Potels) and convenienience stores in USA?
Lets stop this protectionism. If India has to become a Leader in this age, it has to accept Gloablism. It has to open up its sectors to competition.
C'mon,--- we're not babies anymore.
Also Read:
http://theoryofinfinity.blogspot.com/2006/12/top-reasons-why-wal-mart-founder-sam.html
With Wal-Mart Stores, Inc. having been a force in the U.S. for well over two decades now, the company has earned a reputation for driving small family-owned businesses off the map. Its relentless drive to offer consumers the very lowest prices has altered the retail landscape dramatically, for better or worse. And now it wants to take the savings to India. Critics are saying that country, burgeoning middle-class and all, is not ready for the Wal-Mart experience. Unfortunately, I have to respond "welcome to the new global marketplace -- our turn."India is fighting Wal-Mart's announced plans to begin operations there in 2007. For many, the so-called "Wal-Mart Effect" is more than just a matter of losing shops in historic downtowns. With its huge population and growing middle class, India must be an attractive market to Wal-Mart. But will Wal-Mart's brand of Mom & Pop-killing retail fly in a country with nearly 40 million small shop owners? Not necessarily. Wal-Mart is pulling out of markets in South Korea and Germany. Still, no doubt the small business class in India is finding it harder to sleep at night. On the first appearance, the fragmented Indian retail sector looks like it may not offer serious challenge to the global giants. But the truth is far from it. Indian retailers are a resilient lot and will offer intense competition - against which the global giants will find it tough. It will be more like an army of ants bringing down an elephant.
To understand this consider the case of Metro - the German retail giant in India. Metro entered India in 2003 with a superstore format. Metro wanted to sell to other small shop owners/retailers on a cash-and-carry basis. Initially Metro was able to give a significant price discount when compared to other retailers - but soon that advantage disappeared. Local retailers are now able to beat Metro on price on most items.
And why shouldn't Wal-Mart try to open in India? Is it any different from the numerous Indian immigrants who own half the hotels(Potels) and convenienience stores in USA?
Lets stop this protectionism. If India has to become a Leader in this age, it has to accept Gloablism. It has to open up its sectors to competition.
C'mon,--- we're not babies anymore.
Also Read:
http://theoryofinfinity.blogspot.com/2006/12/top-reasons-why-wal-mart-founder-sam.html
Sunday, December 3, 2006
Top Reasons why Wal-Mart Founder Sam Walton was a Gujju:
1) "Cheap! Cheap! Cheap!"
Just like the mannerisms of Gujjus(lol) so are the Products at Wal-Mart -> Cheap!
2) "Aagad Dukan, Paachad Makan" (Aage dukan, peeche makan)
Gujjus traditionally had their houses attached to their shops so that they are available 24x7
- Wal-Mart is open 24x7 (The top executive go to work at 6.30 in the morning and work till late evening)
3) "Simple Living, High Earning"
Even after becoming the World's biggest company, no one can guess that from their HeadQuarters at Bentonville. Just like all the Patels who are known by their Kanjoosi !
Well so the Monster of Bentonville is finally arriving to wage a War with
Silly-ance Cheatale (Reliance Retail)
Who is going to win?
I think its going to be neither.
Let us examine the current state of Retail in India:
Upon examining, I've observed,
1) Visiting a mall is associated with "entertainment" and not necessity
Example: "Hey I'm getting bored. Lets go hang out in a mall"
2) Home delivery is the most important aspect in Indian Retail Economics.
Example: We Indians tend to buy vegetables on a daily basis.
Most malls don't have home delivery service. If they do have, Like HLL's Sangam Direct, you have to place a minimum order, which is usually above Rs 250
Your local sabjiwalla on the other hand will come running to your house even for an order of Rs 10.
3) "Shopping" in our country is usally associated with Celebrations and festivals.
In my belief, The Great Indian Retail (TGIR) will divide the country into 3 groups:
1) Comprising of 5% of the population
Those who go to shopping at Wal-Mart, watch movies at Fame Adlabs, and shout "You Asshole!" during traffic-jams.
2) Comprising of 30% of the population
Those who buy stuff from mom-n-pop stores but occasionaly at Malls, watch movies in single-screens, and shout "Chutia" in local trains.
3) Comprising of the Remaining, although the Government will say 10% of the Population
Those who don't skip food 5 times a week, who watch movies after going to sleep in DreamLand, and shout...
Shout? LOL ! Who hears them anyways?
1) "Cheap! Cheap! Cheap!"
Just like the mannerisms of Gujjus(lol) so are the Products at Wal-Mart -> Cheap!
2) "Aagad Dukan, Paachad Makan" (Aage dukan, peeche makan)
Gujjus traditionally had their houses attached to their shops so that they are available 24x7
- Wal-Mart is open 24x7 (The top executive go to work at 6.30 in the morning and work till late evening)
3) "Simple Living, High Earning"
Even after becoming the World's biggest company, no one can guess that from their HeadQuarters at Bentonville. Just like all the Patels who are known by their Kanjoosi !
Well so the Monster of Bentonville is finally arriving to wage a War with
Silly-ance Cheatale (Reliance Retail)
Who is going to win?
I think its going to be neither.
Let us examine the current state of Retail in India:
Upon examining, I've observed,
1) Visiting a mall is associated with "entertainment" and not necessity
Example: "Hey I'm getting bored. Lets go hang out in a mall"
2) Home delivery is the most important aspect in Indian Retail Economics.
Example: We Indians tend to buy vegetables on a daily basis.
Most malls don't have home delivery service. If they do have, Like HLL's Sangam Direct, you have to place a minimum order, which is usually above Rs 250
Your local sabjiwalla on the other hand will come running to your house even for an order of Rs 10.
3) "Shopping" in our country is usally associated with Celebrations and festivals.
In my belief, The Great Indian Retail (TGIR) will divide the country into 3 groups:
1) Comprising of 5% of the population
Those who go to shopping at Wal-Mart, watch movies at Fame Adlabs, and shout "You Asshole!" during traffic-jams.
2) Comprising of 30% of the population
Those who buy stuff from mom-n-pop stores but occasionaly at Malls, watch movies in single-screens, and shout "Chutia" in local trains.
3) Comprising of the Remaining, although the Government will say 10% of the Population
Those who don't skip food 5 times a week, who watch movies after going to sleep in DreamLand, and shout...
Shout? LOL ! Who hears them anyways?
Thursday, November 30, 2006
This one's by Lakshmi Raman...
Worth the Wait
it's crazy i know
it's something i never expected
to love someone so deeply and purely
and then to be rejected
i hurt so much
my heart aches with sorrow
i keep hoping and praying
that you will call me tomorrow
i will love you always
i will cherish you forever
your the reason my heart beats
me hurt you? no never
true love happens once in a lifetime
it's a blessing, embrace it
life is full of risks, you know that
dont be scared or you'll miss it
i know you've been hurt in the past
i wish i could take that away
but since i can't my darling
i want to show you i'll stay
we are definitely soul mates
i feel that with all of my heart
i love you so much baby
and i have right from the start
i've been in love in the past
and know you've been too
but it doesn't compare
to the love i feel for you
life leads us down paths
all the journeys we go through
but i can't thank God enough
for the road that led me to you
i'll be here when your ready
don't ever think it's too late
my heart belongs to you forever
you are definitely worth the wait
Dedicated to................
Worth the Wait
it's crazy i know
it's something i never expected
to love someone so deeply and purely
and then to be rejected
i hurt so much
my heart aches with sorrow
i keep hoping and praying
that you will call me tomorrow
i will love you always
i will cherish you forever
your the reason my heart beats
me hurt you? no never
true love happens once in a lifetime
it's a blessing, embrace it
life is full of risks, you know that
dont be scared or you'll miss it
i know you've been hurt in the past
i wish i could take that away
but since i can't my darling
i want to show you i'll stay
we are definitely soul mates
i feel that with all of my heart
i love you so much baby
and i have right from the start
i've been in love in the past
and know you've been too
but it doesn't compare
to the love i feel for you
life leads us down paths
all the journeys we go through
but i can't thank God enough
for the road that led me to you
i'll be here when your ready
don't ever think it's too late
my heart belongs to you forever
you are definitely worth the wait
Dedicated to................
NM's Blacklist
NMTV 24x7
According to highly placed sources, 3 students having REALLY low attendance were called to the Principal's office.They were humiliated, and "whipped" 20 times on their back (No, not whipped with cream! Whipped with the chaabuk) because they were rude and backanswered.
The first student begged that his back be tied with a pillow so that the whips would hurt less.But you know... the pillow tore after 10 whips... and poor fellow had to bear the pain of 10 whips.
The second student begged that his back should be tied with 2 pillows. The Principal agreed, because he knew that the pillows would tear after 15 whips. And yes, poor student had to bear the pain of 5 whips.
The third student came forward and told the Principal that he regretted his mistake. He wanted a severe punishment. He begged the Whipper to whip him 100 times.
Everyone was surprised. What courage! Someone asked, "Dont you want a pillow or something to be tied to your back???"
"Yeah! Tie that bloody Principal to my back!" - came the answer!
---------------------
Jab dhoonda maine duur
Dikha sirf ek hi noor
Bas ab ho gaya mujhe pyaar
Kya yahi hain mera kasoor?
------------------------
Khoya hua hu main sapno ki duniya mein
Aur sapne se mujhe takat milti hain, Rahat milti hain
Khoya hua hu main sapno ki duniya mein
Kyunki sapno mein mujhe meri Chahat milti hain,....
----------------------------
Baatne se gham kam hota hain na?
According to highly placed sources, 3 students having REALLY low attendance were called to the Principal's office.They were humiliated, and "whipped" 20 times on their back (No, not whipped with cream! Whipped with the chaabuk) because they were rude and backanswered.
The first student begged that his back be tied with a pillow so that the whips would hurt less.But you know... the pillow tore after 10 whips... and poor fellow had to bear the pain of 10 whips.
The second student begged that his back should be tied with 2 pillows. The Principal agreed, because he knew that the pillows would tear after 15 whips. And yes, poor student had to bear the pain of 5 whips.
The third student came forward and told the Principal that he regretted his mistake. He wanted a severe punishment. He begged the Whipper to whip him 100 times.
Everyone was surprised. What courage! Someone asked, "Dont you want a pillow or something to be tied to your back???"
"Yeah! Tie that bloody Principal to my back!" - came the answer!
---------------------
Jab dhoonda maine duur
Dikha sirf ek hi noor
Bas ab ho gaya mujhe pyaar
Kya yahi hain mera kasoor?
------------------------
Khoya hua hu main sapno ki duniya mein
Aur sapne se mujhe takat milti hain, Rahat milti hain
Khoya hua hu main sapno ki duniya mein
Kyunki sapno mein mujhe meri Chahat milti hain,....
----------------------------
Baatne se gham kam hota hain na?
"I'm going to F*****g Kill Google"
It was just two years back that Microsoft CEO Steve Ballmer said this. Or was it 3 years? Ohh! Time flies by so fast !!
I was laughing on Ballmer then. Google's stock was the Iraqi oil of the 70s. Microsoft was failing in all of its ventures. Senior Microsoft employees were leaving for Google. Gmail had just come out.
But who knew what the future had in store ?
If you havent already, visit www.live.com . Its not Googlefast. But its going to leave you stunned
[Googlefast: adj. syn: lightning fast.
To be very quick, fast.
And then the Concorde touched the Speed of Sound and it seemed it was Googlefast]
You get a feeling of deja vu. Everything seems to be copied from Google.com
The clean clutter free interface, the Sponsored Links Section et al...
But hey! Dont jump to conclusions.
Just go and search for something. And compare the results with Google's.
Microsoft's Live.com is WAY better in terms of producing results!
Of course its a pain if your on a 64k connection like me lol.
I can see the future now. Its very clear.
Microsoft is going to push its weight around with Vista - Microsoft's next operating system. A sequel to Windows XP
[To quote: "We've embedded search in Vista at a totally new level"]
And by no means can Vista fail.
Mid 2004 i had read reports that Longhorn sucked. There were bad reviews for Vista Release Candidate 1 too. But go Google (or rather Live it) Vista now. The critics are in love with the latest Operating System from Microsoft
Microsoft has adapted to the new requirements. Satan is going to emerge as the winner it seems.
I guess Ballmer will be singing apna old hindi song - do aur do paanch
"Tu ne abhi dekha nahi
Dekha hain to jana nahi
Jana hain to mana nahi
Mujhe pechana nahi
Duniya deewani meri
Mere peeche peeche bhaage
Kis mein hain dum yahaan
Thair jo mere aage
Mere aage aana nahi
Dekho takra na nahi
Kisi se bhi haare nahi hum
Jo soche jo chahe woh kar ke dikha de
Hum woh hain jo do aur do paanch bana de
Jo soche jo chahe woh kar ke dikha de
Hum woh hain jo Google ko khatam kar dale"
hehehe
I was laughing on Ballmer then. Google's stock was the Iraqi oil of the 70s. Microsoft was failing in all of its ventures. Senior Microsoft employees were leaving for Google. Gmail had just come out.
But who knew what the future had in store ?
If you havent already, visit www.live.com . Its not Googlefast. But its going to leave you stunned
[Googlefast: adj. syn: lightning fast.
To be very quick, fast.
And then the Concorde touched the Speed of Sound and it seemed it was Googlefast]
You get a feeling of deja vu. Everything seems to be copied from Google.com
The clean clutter free interface, the Sponsored Links Section et al...
But hey! Dont jump to conclusions.
Just go and search for something. And compare the results with Google's.
Microsoft's Live.com is WAY better in terms of producing results!
Of course its a pain if your on a 64k connection like me lol.
I can see the future now. Its very clear.
Microsoft is going to push its weight around with Vista - Microsoft's next operating system. A sequel to Windows XP
[To quote: "We've embedded search in Vista at a totally new level"]
And by no means can Vista fail.
Mid 2004 i had read reports that Longhorn sucked. There were bad reviews for Vista Release Candidate 1 too. But go Google (or rather Live it) Vista now. The critics are in love with the latest Operating System from Microsoft
Microsoft has adapted to the new requirements. Satan is going to emerge as the winner it seems.
I guess Ballmer will be singing apna old hindi song - do aur do paanch
"Tu ne abhi dekha nahi
Dekha hain to jana nahi
Jana hain to mana nahi
Mujhe pechana nahi
Duniya deewani meri
Mere peeche peeche bhaage
Kis mein hain dum yahaan
Thair jo mere aage
Mere aage aana nahi
Dekho takra na nahi
Kisi se bhi haare nahi hum
Jo soche jo chahe woh kar ke dikha de
Hum woh hain jo do aur do paanch bana de
Jo soche jo chahe woh kar ke dikha de
Hum woh hain jo Google ko khatam kar dale"
hehehe
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