What can one do without a Godfather in India??? Nothing as is apparent from the arrest of Raj Thackeray from Ratnagiri.
Apart from sporadic incidents from small pockets in MNS controlled areas, the arrest of Raj Thackeray was byfar without incident. Even though he was arrested all the way from Ratnagiri and brought to Mumbai via road, there was no scope for violence or any bandh called by his members.
This can only mean one thing - the hand of the Godfather is no longer sheilding the young 'wanna-be' tiger. If Shri Bal Thackeray was infavour of Raj, and Raj was still in the SS, then there is no way in hell that the police convoy from Ratnagiri to Mumbai could come so easily. But alas, Raj has fallen out of favour from the Shiv Sena and importantly also fallen in the eyes of his head boss, Balasaheb.
By continually trying to upsurp the Shiv Sena and trying to break its ranks, the MNS Leader thought he'll get the same support as his Uncle, Balasaheb - but he fell short by a long way. Now he is isolated from his own people, the outsiders, his old party and everyone else who wants to live in Mumbai with dignity and pride.. not under fear and humility.
Now all he can bank on is his ragtag team of supporters, the sympathy of the Jet employees, the fleeting support of a few shiv sainiks empathic with his cause - Other than that, he is an ousted tiger even before claiming his pride!!!
Monday, October 20, 2008
Monday, October 6, 2008
WHAT WERE THEY THINKING???
This must be the question in everyone's mind after reading about the Bombay 72 Degree Fiasco!
How could these youngsters even think of attending a Rave Party in the heart of Mumbai City.. Their stupidity and brazeness has to be lauded.
Firstly - A big thanks to the NGO Duo.. They used their brains and got this thingy stopped. Which Club charges Rs.700 on a Sunday Night?? Most of the biggest clubs too have minimal attendance on Sunday nights and hence have free entry.. So if parents are going to defend their wards going for this party by saying that they weren't involved in this drug party - they are lying. Everyone there who paid the cover knew something was going on and hence it's good they been caught.
If the youngsters are so-called innocent - then why hide their faces and run like criminals.. Everyone has a right to party and should show their face openly if they aren't part of the drug brigade - But that's not the case with this Party.. they were all there to do what was advertised - DRUGS!
In days when even Smoking is banned everywhere, the organisers have some b**ls to have this party.. that also in such a open area.. i can understand Farms and Forts, but a Club - tsk tsk - talk about stupidity.
BTW - Isn't the word 'Bombay' banned?:-) Maybe the MNS should use this incident to break some windows and get the name changed. Anyways it won't matter - Bombay 72 Degree or Mumbai 72 Degree, this place is gonna be empty for a while.
How could these youngsters even think of attending a Rave Party in the heart of Mumbai City.. Their stupidity and brazeness has to be lauded.
Firstly - A big thanks to the NGO Duo.. They used their brains and got this thingy stopped. Which Club charges Rs.700 on a Sunday Night?? Most of the biggest clubs too have minimal attendance on Sunday nights and hence have free entry.. So if parents are going to defend their wards going for this party by saying that they weren't involved in this drug party - they are lying. Everyone there who paid the cover knew something was going on and hence it's good they been caught.
If the youngsters are so-called innocent - then why hide their faces and run like criminals.. Everyone has a right to party and should show their face openly if they aren't part of the drug brigade - But that's not the case with this Party.. they were all there to do what was advertised - DRUGS!
In days when even Smoking is banned everywhere, the organisers have some b**ls to have this party.. that also in such a open area.. i can understand Farms and Forts, but a Club - tsk tsk - talk about stupidity.
BTW - Isn't the word 'Bombay' banned?:-) Maybe the MNS should use this incident to break some windows and get the name changed. Anyways it won't matter - Bombay 72 Degree or Mumbai 72 Degree, this place is gonna be empty for a while.
Sunday, October 5, 2008
Wellness - Here I come!!
October has started good and hopefully it should continue till the end.
Got myself all focused and dedicated to Wellness and Health from this month onwards. Firstly its the gym that is gonna face the brunt of my determination. Secondly the ban on smoking couldn't come at a better time... We've joined the civilised world in respecting the rights of non-smokers.. plus part-time smokers now have the inclination not to smoke.
The heat is here in Mumbai.. and a guaranteed window seat in a First Class Compartment doesn't guarantee a good journey. I'm out of ideas to reach office non-sweaty!!!!
Weekends are going good nowadays - Started my long weekend with something I love doing - Going to the Movies: Watched HellBoy II @9.30am... must say that there are quite a few maddies like me who sacrifice morning sleep for a good movie. Spent the rest of the Day at Bashula Aunt's place where a very enjoyable session of cards was played.. I should have joined in seeing the competition :-) The night party welcoming our very own Sheikh Vernon was a fun-filled one.. Bashula Aunt's starters oriented dinner was a total yummy experience.
Sunday was laid back.. albeit Mom was again on her house-cleaning missions. Went for a early Lunch to Dad's place with an all fish menu spread... His place can be likened to Malwani Kalvan or Krishna - Fish rules all the way (Ofcourse thanks to Helen for the preparations)
Couldn't chat with Amanda since she's busy with her assignments so headed out for a dinner @ Ekta Woods. It was fun too and thus ended a eventful but enjoyable weekend.
Now its Monday and time to hit the workscene again... this week too we have midweek holiday on Thursday - Thank God for festivals :-)
Got myself all focused and dedicated to Wellness and Health from this month onwards. Firstly its the gym that is gonna face the brunt of my determination. Secondly the ban on smoking couldn't come at a better time... We've joined the civilised world in respecting the rights of non-smokers.. plus part-time smokers now have the inclination not to smoke.
The heat is here in Mumbai.. and a guaranteed window seat in a First Class Compartment doesn't guarantee a good journey. I'm out of ideas to reach office non-sweaty!!!!
Weekends are going good nowadays - Started my long weekend with something I love doing - Going to the Movies: Watched HellBoy II @9.30am... must say that there are quite a few maddies like me who sacrifice morning sleep for a good movie. Spent the rest of the Day at Bashula Aunt's place where a very enjoyable session of cards was played.. I should have joined in seeing the competition :-) The night party welcoming our very own Sheikh Vernon was a fun-filled one.. Bashula Aunt's starters oriented dinner was a total yummy experience.
Sunday was laid back.. albeit Mom was again on her house-cleaning missions. Went for a early Lunch to Dad's place with an all fish menu spread... His place can be likened to Malwani Kalvan or Krishna - Fish rules all the way (Ofcourse thanks to Helen for the preparations)
Couldn't chat with Amanda since she's busy with her assignments so headed out for a dinner @ Ekta Woods. It was fun too and thus ended a eventful but enjoyable weekend.
Now its Monday and time to hit the workscene again... this week too we have midweek holiday on Thursday - Thank God for festivals :-)
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