....the festive mnth is finally over & Children r bracing up for Annual term exams slated for the imminent 1st week .....here in Maldives , its the traditional Jan to Nov pattern....as it was with us .....some how or the other I didn't appreciate the March to Feb session back in India .....& ....also the starting of the New fiscal in April.....why can't things be kept straight , easily to be followed .....also, in Maldives its 8am to 3.30 pm for the Children at their Pvt International school , though a few Pvt & most Govt funded r 7Am to 1pm....the Current pattern back home in India of most schools starting v early & finishing early too is not acceptable to me ....the severe winter mnths in the North & East , Foggy conditions , seems to be too stressful for the kids ....hence We r v Happy for the Kids here as the stress element is minimal here ....Here, the Govt schools r well funded with impressive infrastructure & fees for expats r v low ....in a way its advantageous for many an expat fmly .....but International schools r expensive at par with Delhi & NCR nd curriculum more exhaustive....at least thts my impression ....the IGCSE is well estd here.....but as Doel was complaining tht too much info is from UK in their Check point series books.....I sincerely feel IGCSE ,since, is taken thru out the world the books need to be regional oriented....Lucky, in thr school ,they r studying Hindi ,our National language & a host many Foreign Language is on the offer....despite the criticism , must say the Checkpoint books on various subjects r real good text books , the presentation & formatting an A +....wht I gathered , rather, was a blend , if we can establish , with our Indigenous NCERT books with our pvt efforts , will serve the Children better .....as thr is no winter here , its easy for the Children to get up early, bracing & buckling up for their exams ....!!!
.....Rojnamcha...!!! the Indian Ocean Diary having being initiated in 2010 is very close to Heart....journey of an Indian Doctor's service in a remote land...!!!
Tuesday, October 31, 2017
Sunday, October 29, 2017
......Tampering with History....
.....Tampering with History is favorite pastime now....as , thr is an urge for rediscovering facts & putting thm into current lite ....proving thm wrong .....the beliefs....putting thm in the rt perspective is the Urge .....The Taj in the North India & Tipu in the south .....Mughalsarai Station in the east ....& the List continues ....admitting tht Chroniclers over Centuries had various styles & Motives on writing their view points which they thought was suitable....handed over to generations , who believed it or not , lived with it .....21st Century India is different , with cutting edge technology , re discovering , dissecting old theories & beliefs.....Changing the name of an Old edifice, tampers History & the ethos surrounding it....snuffs out the Life within it .....Whts the fructification of a change if it lacks the spirit & flavor.....History Rightly depicted or wrongly portrayed is again a part of History....Historical blunders , don't we say? .....Whn Madras became Chennai, Bombay became Mumbai , Calcutta became Kolkata , it lost its old Colonial name & roots .....Delhi of the Raj is actually Dehli of the Mughals & Hastinapur during the Kauravas.....now which name do we adopt ...for Lutyen's Delhi ...??....admitted unpleasant Past is to be thrown out & best forgotten ....but whitewashing the past leads to rootlessness......Its unfortunate, tht , Political dispensation is at wrk in these Rethink & Redo.....whereas they r the least qualified formation to do so keeping in view their obvious leanings & Motives .....they r flawed , as in democracy the majority is right nd the minority a non entity , as unfortunately this is the portrayal of current day politics , with very little Concurrence.....as Democracy nd the Rule of majority is a necessary evil , but tht necessity doesn't warrant it to spk for all......here lies the fallacy of a Democratic system as it is being seen thru out the world ....hence , this best be kept aside & people accept their legacy Rt or wrong ....Its individual people who shud decide wht is wht , nd not be dictated , as enforcing dictation, for these changes is unethical , a herculean task sapping state energy , which otherwise is much needed for other sectors in Urgency ....Past & History be better be left for people to analyse in their own lite & Wisdom....!!!
Thursday, October 26, 2017
...."Arghya" of Our Hearts ....!!!!!
....There is something now in the air , which is being felt here tucked remotely far across in the Laccadive Sea......the Great Indian Riverine belt is on the move today steeped in devotion to "Chhathh Maiyya" , as the Evening Sun will abt to set & the "Arghya" or Offerings will pour in on the Holy rivers by devotees.....as there will be footfalls far in excess now marching steadily to the hitherto placid Ghats (Banks) of these Rivers/Lakes/Ponds now ....surely there is a tumultous undercurrent of a Vibration which will multiply as the Evening is heralded....the Vibrations , the Vibes surely affecting us as the waves of the Laccadive Sea wud suggest, as if posting us with each breaker , news frm our Heartland ....!!!!....The Sun GOD duly saluted by us as He rises sprinkling a tinge of red over all of us early morning.....it is His Day today ....the Ultimate energy of Our Universe .....as He will ride triumphantly in his "Ratha" : (Chariot) frm East to West , His heart wud melt & Mellow as the Evening proceeds receiving Arghya & Adulation frm His stead fast devotees.... not to be Left behind ....we will hang on our Western Board , witnessing the Spectacle as the Deep Blu wud wait reverently accepting Him .....!!!!...not before , though , His Cursory glance , over our , helpless self , we will lap up , in devotion , rapt attention & adulation , pouring the "Arghya" of our Hearts ....!!!!!
Tuesday, October 24, 2017
.....Tribute to Sun .....Chhathh Festivity .....
...Tribute to Sun God is in the offing ....as North& East
India braces devoutly for Chhatth festivity which is imminent .....attributed both to the great epics of Ramayana & Mahabharatha......this festivity of Saluting The Sun is frm times immemorial .....the great rivers of the Northern & eastern plain of India & their Banks are a hub of feverish activity during this festivity spanning four days rt frm preparation to culmination .....Why we call Bharath Mata , its purely du2 her spirit ingrained deeply in all our Mother's & sisters ....the Spirit of indomitable courage .....the resilience & a Faith so deep ......unshakable ....!!!....as they will inflict self suffering , fasting , sacrificing , Praying for everyone's well being , an epitome of Courage , purity , & Grace .....the Golden tenets of Womanhood all reflecting , dazzling , & healing .....Offerings to the Setting Sun First in waste deep of water , of Prasadam & Arghya so very meticulously made .....followed by the same in Wee hrs at Sunrise , the October chill in the air notwithstanding .....thr is so much cleanliness around as all homes r geared to piety ....thr is something Electric & Ecclesiastical in the atmosphere .....as U bow , take the load of the Arghya on ur shoulders trudge a mile & reach the River Bank Ghats....inexplicable is the Joy of carrying this load of offerings as u trudge listening to the devotional songs ......thr is an element of a feel of self redemption , purification as U unite with the Elements of Nature , in Complete surrender ......!!!!
India braces devoutly for Chhatth festivity which is imminent .....attributed both to the great epics of Ramayana & Mahabharatha......this festivity of Saluting The Sun is frm times immemorial .....the great rivers of the Northern & eastern plain of India & their Banks are a hub of feverish activity during this festivity spanning four days rt frm preparation to culmination .....Why we call Bharath Mata , its purely du2 her spirit ingrained deeply in all our Mother's & sisters ....the Spirit of indomitable courage .....the resilience & a Faith so deep ......unshakable ....!!!....as they will inflict self suffering , fasting , sacrificing , Praying for everyone's well being , an epitome of Courage , purity , & Grace .....the Golden tenets of Womanhood all reflecting , dazzling , & healing .....Offerings to the Setting Sun First in waste deep of water , of Prasadam & Arghya so very meticulously made .....followed by the same in Wee hrs at Sunrise , the October chill in the air notwithstanding .....thr is so much cleanliness around as all homes r geared to piety ....thr is something Electric & Ecclesiastical in the atmosphere .....as U bow , take the load of the Arghya on ur shoulders trudge a mile & reach the River Bank Ghats....inexplicable is the Joy of carrying this load of offerings as u trudge listening to the devotional songs ......thr is an element of a feel of self redemption , purification as U unite with the Elements of Nature , in Complete surrender ......!!!!
Monday, October 23, 2017
...October....as it culminates....remembering MK Gandhi....
...Gandhiji went to South Africa after taking an assignment of a Brief for an Indian Firm involved in Litigation ....he sailed frm Bombay , his mind clouded with doubts ....he was definitely not thinking of a long term stay .....he handled the Money suit ably by dint of hard wrk & was successful.....tht was his first success abroad .....this followed repeated trips out of compulsion for a People's demand for him to stay ....People meant local South Africans of Indian Origin , Indentured Labourers of Indian Origin ...his practise of Law flourished modestly....nd he was able to practise the various beliefs he held .....be it Social , Educational , Health & Order .....his notable contribution as a Health care Volunteer in the Boer war & in Plague outbrks .....is outstanding....the Gandhiji of tht time was younger & abundant in Energy , the Energy level which persisted thruout his life....the South Africa sojourn was an eye opener for him....he framed ideas of solution to various problems afflicting the expat community thr & his Social responsibility yardstick stuck to him whn he arrived in India finally .....as Gandhiji repeatedly cruised over the Arabian & Indian Ocean, & Atlantic frm Bombay to Durban & London in Steam ships thr r so many episodes of his Experiences being accrued in formulating a Collossus in him straddling over the Indian freedom Movement ....as the Mnth of October is ending , 2nd October been his Birth day , Gandhijis Exploits r as relevant & Shining as ever .....!!!
Sunday, October 22, 2017
....Ishwar Allah Tero Naam .....
....Sabko sanmati de Bhagwan .....Raghupati Raghava Raja Ram , PatitPawan Sita Ram ......I am tired of Myopic Vision ....we gain something we r euphoric , shortlived , as human nature prevails .....never satisfied .....U always feel U demanded a Quarter U got an inch ....nd thn the craving for tht ever elusive quarter never ends ......I am rt Ur wrong .....wht I feel is Rt nd wht U feel is wrong.....the never ending saga of one upmanship......thr is no humility....thr is no acceptance , thr is no concurrence ......thr is no solution .....much of the current worldly bane is this sick self destructive approach ....But thn again we hv advanced by leaps nd bounds Scientifically .....but worsened on Spirituality .....Science shud hv helped attaining a higher level of the mind bereft of parochialism but thr is a terrible element in the Human Self : Selfishness.....this has flexed its muscle on the wings of advancement nd Supreme now .....I responded to my Group Discussion in Wtsapp of Classmates at war .....but now peacefully reconciled .....Quote...."......I personally feel....nd believe me personally tht all faith r stupendous , since they hv withstood the ravages of time ......held their ground purely du to the good teachings.....as the evolved reforms took place.....Religion is not democracy whr the majority is rt.....rather a deep individual faith.....firstly to be eligible to comment on other's deep faith u hv to practise it first.....Pl try it first....thn only u will be eligible to comment.....I live in a 100 p.c Sunni Muslim country.....my Pts r Muslim......people "Salam" me on the streets.....I respond with humility as "Walekum As salaam"....I see the 5 times Namaz in so many Mosques here....I put my hand on my heart whn I happen to cross.....I tell my children to switch off TV or music whn its prayer time.....bcos of sheer Respect for my neighbours Faith....the Ramadaan mnths how tough the people become .....Children too....We never sip a water outside respecting their faith....We Pray our faith privately at our homes....follow all rituals nd festivities ...Jesus dons the mantle here, by virtue of my school Carmel Convent nd St Xavier's .....Krishna dons the mantle by virtue of my lineage.....Allah is all around in my adopted land.....I am proud & deeply happy I am here tht I cud surrender myself to so many a faith.....aberrations & follies of few cannot shake any faith....Faith is unshakable....go thru each faith nd practise thn only U will be close to tranquility par excellence....."....Unquote.....
Saturday, October 21, 2017
....On Bhai Phota : Bhai Dooj ....
....Both my sisters elder to me r in Madhupur , Jharkhand whr I spent my Childhood ....today is "Bhai Phota"......just after Deepawali .....the festivity of Brothers anointed by Tilaks frm sisters who pray for Eternal Long Life for their brothers .....thr is a chant which they will spell upon anointing the Tilak , suggesting tht Why the God of Death "Yama"is immortal since "Yamuna" the sister anoints her brother Yama with the Tilak of immortality , they will also do so on tht cue to pray for their brother's mortality....year after year we three brothers r subjected to this festivity .....as time nd distance separates us my two elder sisters puts these Tilak on their Puja room walls remembering us & praying for our well being ......as I called Ma right now , who was the chief organiser in her hey deys facilitating the sisters to perform the ritual , her voice string sharp nd enthusiasm no dim at all , as she narrates how the morning festivity was conducted on the walls by thm .....as my heart swells nd emotions choke , I offer my Pranams to thm , thanking thm for sustaining me over the years ..... keeping me anchored , steadfast & solidly attached......such is the power of our festivity ....Long Live my Sisters ....!!!!!
Thursday, October 19, 2017
.....Right to Priority ....
....Brking the Displayed "Q" Halim , gatecrashed into the Morn Clinic ....hvin misread the Voice call on the automated address system , politely I sent him back ....thr r 6 more people ahead of him , I gently reminded him .....leaden foot he chugged out ....upon his scheduled turn , on close observation I felt I knew him well.....his chr Low back issues.....my heart was full of compassion for him nd I regretted tht I shud hv seen him as a priority instead of keeping him waiting ....I apologised , which he responded by a grin , saying he ought to be sorry for gate crashing ......my change in heart ,which is rather professional , donning the white Coat , is attributed to the fact tht I recollected Halim is Professionally the "Grave digger", his combat with the Eternal soil with his pickaxe nd spade , digging a 3 foot trench for the dead , braving it out day in & day out , be it sun , Moon , rain , heat , Humidity & breeze.....till the point his back wud turn sore , needing urgent help ......hvin formulated a routine treatment for propping him up....I asked him of his fmly , frnds at home....I told him , his noble job , sets him aside frm the rest.....the soil the ultimate destiny for all of us....Halim is the facilitator of none other thn God acting at His behest , providing an eternally peaceful bed for the departed ....I reminded him of the nobility of his profession & the Blessings accrued ....In our mythology the "Samsan Bandhus " : the Pall bearers to the Cremation & the Funeral pier facilitator hold an Unique place of Service towards humanity ........Such people nd Halim hv the rt to priority .....!!!!!
....The Festival of Lights .....
.....Wishing all Fmly nd frnds a Very Happy Deepawali .....The Festival of Lights ....Lights lit frm within .....Lights of Wisdom .....lights of Prayers .....Lights of Compassion .....Lights of submission.....Lights of Humility .....Lights to Lit up our Soul .....far away frm the Indian Mainland , across the Laccadive sea , strewn thru out the Atolls here we lie lighting up our adopted homes , with our chin up as always , missing nothing but cherishing & celebrating whtever miniscule the Occasion demands ....the Sailor Avatar as he plays , Nanu is shaking a leg or two as his Concert is underway ....luckily today the brk gives him an opportunity to lit the lamps .....nd all decks r cleared for Pujan , which is all too important for us ....God Bless .....God be with ....Nothing....not even a leaf can shake without His blessings ....the vast sea in frnt ....day in & day out reminds us of our vulnerability ,...the starry fay post twilight is the Diwali of our Hearts here .....!!!!!
Monday, October 16, 2017
.....Maritime tales...

Thursday, October 12, 2017
....The Plateau of delight .....
....the cool chilled water cascading over the rocks , meandering downstream over the rounded pebbles whr I am seated with my hands & finger dug into the shallow gravel base of the stream....still can feel the ripples in the hands as water gushes past .....December is the mnth where these Santhal Pargana rivers wud feel ethereal ....as Winter vacation away frm Hostel & School giving an ample opportunity to probe the environment where we belonged....thr wud be some shiny fishes too , making their way....the Ajay River overlooking the plateau ......its brown gravely coarse sand ....the air a steady breeze ....December chill....making an entry to the lungs, as if detoxifying it frm the City dirt & germs .....the feet now in the river bed the coarse gravel nd the water current making a gud task of cleansing the feet, as I perch finally on a small boulder in the river....the clean air , the clean water is too irresistable , as I bend joining the palms in a crucible drinking the Mineral water....the taste unparalleled....the water bottle duly filled stashed away in the bag....re bending for a final sprinkle of the running water on the face , Neck & head, for the final return back home.....!!!!
Wednesday, October 11, 2017
....Ecofrndly Deepawali....
...The Nobel Peace Prize to an Organization working towards a public Opinion on Nuclear disarmament is heartwarming .....Relevant & Encouraging ......as Smoking Kills , Nuclear arms decimates .......its high time now to ensure a positive campaign to achieve a Nuclear Arms free World ........the Human Story is tht of constant evolution for the good and not for the end of it .....not only Nuclear , as I had advocated earlier in this forum .....total ban of Lethal arms nd its industry is to be promoted as the Human beings r perishing on difft frnts whr there is strife ....21st century sees explosion of armoury of various kinds , all to be used against the Human race ......nd its easy availability & a booming arms industry need to be probed .....just for the sake of deterrence definitely its not a good idea as the world is sitting on powderkegs.....as the environment is harassed , not to spk of Lives lost , maimed ......a thoughtful approach of Course correction is mandatory .....as Delhi will Celebrate Diwali without Crackers on account of pollution ; a revolutionary step towards a Civilized society....
.....The Wimpy Kid .....
......its Fast track now on all frnts ......as younger ones r impatient .......the Wimpy kid is an impatient , intelligent kid .....both the parents r having a taste of it .....20th & 21st Century ......this is the moot point ......this the difference .....this is the root cause of all differences & din .....must say the Children r fast climbing up the ladder nd a fast one in tht .....as there r divergent views ......must respect their view points as they r different identity .......a part of evolution .....as humans evolve .....a first hand knowledge on home frnt ....thr r room though enough nd reasons galore to be flexible , negotiable , understanding nd even to the point of reasoning the unreasonable .....this is 21st Century ....Kids r bound to be difft .....Watch Out....!!!!!.....Long Live thr new world .....!!!!
Monday, October 2, 2017
2nd October ....the Tale of a Mahatma .....
...To my mind of all the books read recently ...."My Experiments with Truth" by MK Gandhi....was most gratifying.....books U read ....u enrich ....u satisfy ur hunger for infos .....tht satiated , U move on to the nxt level.....but a truthful book like "My Experiments with Truth " by the Father of the Indian Nation is here to stay ....indelible as it is frm memory which is notoriously short....speaks volumes of the contents in the pages therein.....tht MK Gandhi is well entrenched in the heart is purely du2 to the quality of narrative of Gandhiji ,as free flowing as the Ganga of Rishikesh/Haridwar/Benares ......Gandhiji was just like anyone of us ;fallible;.... nd how he wriggled out of the situation by solidly building a platform ,with ever learning , frm his numerous interactions & Experiences based on Truth only ....the whole truth .....& Only the Truth......as he left the Indian shores for greener pasture out of compulsion , wherever he went he tried to figure out the truth....being truthful in day to day life , uncompromising , unflinching , with , a heart loaded with sensitivity, care & affection for all.....such persons r born once in a millenia ...whose ..... concept abt Life is crystal clear .....for if u know & pursue the truth instead of running for the false things of Life , Ur life is more meaningful , satisfying .....We r so v lucky in having MK Gandhi as our Father of the Nation .....the benchmark set by him is a joy truly eternally attainable , if upon sincere emulation .....Gandhijis practises r truly relevant ever after.....
if one has to live happily ever after.....!!!!!.....Long Live The Father Of the Nation MK GANDHI ....!!!!
if one has to live happily ever after.....!!!!!.....Long Live The Father Of the Nation MK GANDHI ....!!!!
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A Sea & Lord Hanuman in between .....
Shubho NaboBorsho greetings to all !!! There is festivity in the air ...the brisk walk back to home post Clinic tells it all....
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