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A Conversation between an IITian and an Aspirant

Posted on May 22, 2011 by indra

OP Khanna, my friend from Bangalore mailed me this story. On a Sunday, it makes a good reading. Many a times, we hardly realize the worth of the man with whom we happen to talk. You enjoy and have your … Continue reading →

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Mamata Miracle- Can She bring back Bengal’s old glory?

Posted on May 20, 2011 by indra

Mamata Banerjee fought as an indefatigable one-man army for three decade against huge and brute left, bruised physically and defeated many a times. But what a performance she gave in a memorable final assault that will be historic in every … Continue reading →

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Why is Corporate India Greedy for Land?

Posted on May 18, 2011 by indra

For me who was attached with Hindustan Motors for almost 36 years, any good news however small it is becomes exciting. I was very happy to read such a headline in Mint- ‘Hindustan Motors posts Rs75 lakh net profit in … Continue reading →

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Sashi Panja: HM’s own girl

Posted on May 17, 2011 by indra

Shashi Panja, 48 is the daughter of late PV Krishnaih who lived his whole life in Hind Motor colony, is the new MLA from Shyampukur. Mr. Krishnaih, then Chief Industrial Engineer was from the first batch of IIT, Kharagpur. I … Continue reading →

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Insensitive Government, Meek Middle Class

Posted on May 16, 2011 by indra

I was surprised when yesterday Mother Dairy boy announced an increase of Rs 2 on a litre of all types of milk. In the evening news I was shocked when I heard that petrol will be costlier by Rs 5 … Continue reading →

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Mamta and Nitish

Posted on May 15, 2011 by indra

I came across many columnists advising Mamta to take some lessons from Nitish and the way he focused on development politics that has made him win the assembly election second time. Nitish replaced Lalu’s clan with 15 years of indomitable … Continue reading →

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Corruption, Kautilya and Manmohan

Posted on May 12, 2011 by indra

It seems, Kautilya is relevant for India again today. I don’t understand why Manmohan though an economist doesn’t take note of some of his advices. There is one more unique aspect of his character- his transparent ruthlessness,that may not be … Continue reading →

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13 May: Unlucky for Some

Posted on May 10, 2011 by indra

Assembly election 2011 for West Bengal is over today. Voters of this most populous democracy have done a get job with percentage of voting going above distinction marks. Will the Paribortan (change) come in West Bengal after more than three … Continue reading →

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Mother Day- A Tribute to Mai

Posted on May 8, 2011 by indra

Mai-My Mother My mother’s name was Subhagi Devi, popularly addressed as Subhago Phua in Bodarhi. I adore my mother for the supreme sacrifices she made for me. I was the only child. I would have inherited pretty good share from … Continue reading →

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Bihar: Need of Urbanization

Posted on May 4, 2011 by indra

Bihar is much behind in the race of urbanization. Even Uttar Pradesh is better off than Bihar. Uttar Pradesh has the advantage of satellite urbanization because the nearness of the capital Delhi. Mayawati with project such as Yamuna Expressway is … Continue reading →

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