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E-mail from readers the world over'Let us hope this Bhishma of politics can deliver'Date Sent: Fri, 12 Nov 1999 10:33:33 EST
Once again Mr Vajpayee proves he is a class act and a cut above the others. Let us hope that this Bhishma of Indian politics with the strength of Bhima carries this unwieldy coalition through its full term and, more importantly, delivers on the economic front. Date Sent: Fri, 12 Nov 1999 14:21:03 -0500
Dear sir, Atalji was right when he said we don't have time. He has set a very right agenda -- for primary education, basic health and infrastructure. But the problem lies in delivering. Till now, he has yet to show something concrete. We don't have time and yet we must reach these goals. If we can give primary education to our people, 80 per cent of our problems will be over. Also he has to take hard decisions but they will pay off in long term. The People of Andhra Pradesh and Uttar Pradesh have shown how much importance development is for the people today. Regards Santosh Date Sent: Thu, 11 Nov 1999 15:20:23 -0600
Good column. Publish it in The Hindu or TOI for a wider audience. Acceptance of the equality of other religions is very necessary to avoid a backlash. One can ask the question why is the Pope not visiting China or Muslim countries with Christian populations? Is conversion only for Hindus? Pai Date Sent: Thu, 11 Nov 1999 18:46:48 -0600
I thoroughly enjoyed this piece; how heartening to hear some praise (and respectful caution) for Christians in India for a change. Thanks, Mr Nair. Paul Mathew Date Sent: Fri, 12 Nov 1999 11:26:59 +0800
Dear Anil Nair, I do not know whether you a Christian or not but you certainly are biased towards Christians, there is no doubt. Any Christian family is the neighbourhood is a nuisance. They are dirty, do not keep clean and are quarrelsome most of the time. Going to church on Sundays, confessing or just putting on ironed clothes and perfume in no way helps. What all you are talking about is Utopia, far from reality. Church is not poor or serving the poor. It has access to a large amount of money and definitely has ulterior motives for doing what it does. If we do not learn from history, then we should look around us to see what is going on: How conversion has destroyed counties, brought conflict to peaceful areas. Sowing or reaping, both are dangerous. Conversion is no answer to the shortcomings of the present social structure. We need to work to improve it rather than force an alien culture and beliefs on people. The converted are much more dangerous, ruthless, violent, not open to reason and blind followers than are the original believers. You know that. Regards Satya Date Sent: Fri, 12 Nov 1999 14:56:41 -0500
Thank you for running a balanced and critical article on things Indian and Christian at the present time. Amidst such nonsense on the subject of the Indian Catholic communion, how delightful to encounter opinion of an insightful kind that once prevailed in Indian discussions of Christianity, and Roman Catholicism in particular. Nair's sentiment is probably correct: The ICC stands to contribute far more through continuing its emphasis upon social service, education and of course, encouraging interfaith communication. I wish more Indians were aware of the theological advances studied elsewhere in the world which have emanated from India, its Roman Catholic establishment, and the ways in which the ICC has actively promoted this dialogue... Little accident that, for many years, Canadian Jesuits have so frequently been sent to India for a period of months as part of their training and formation. How strange that what is valued and respected abroad pertaining to the Indian Catholic Church seems often unknown among Indians who have a right to be proud of 'their Church', and whether or not they have any connection with it. As anyone knows, Indian Catholics are like Catholics nowhere else... In many parts of India and in many manifestations -- a dynamic, more mystical approach of which Christ would have very much approved! Cheers, Megan S Mills Date Sent: 12 Nov 1999 23:12:55 -0000
Dear Rediff, This is in reference in Anil Nair's 'Sowing Not Reaping: A Christian Journey'. I was happy to read one of the few columns that seem to have insight and knowledge when writing. You should be putting out more moderate articles like this one and not give vent to raving right-wingers like Rajeev Srinivasan. You, as a publishing media, has the responsibility of propagating views that are going to enhance communal harmony not destroy the nation which we all are proud of. Daphne Robert Date Sent: Fri, 12 Nov 1999 09:02:47 -0800
Hi, While your attempt to unearth the personal details of a husband of some Hindi film actress was interesting to read, I detest your portrayal of a struggling medico's financial plight. I am an engineer and have doctor friends. They struggle both in their careers and finances. They are doctors because they *want* to be doctors. In the US, medical training continues till one is in the early thirties. Plus, if he does not have a GC as yet, then another three years is spent in what we consider a poor locality. Yet they do it and for the *fun* of it. Indian doctors are held in high esteem as they either stand by the American under-privileged or become famous because of their own achievements. Also, a successful doctor will be far richer that one can ever imagine. (Isn't that true in India also) Kindly, be bold enough to accept this fact and withdraw this statement in your next article: "That would be quite a contrast from Dixit and her financial status in India." Take Care, Siddhartha Date Sent: Fri, 12 Nov 1999 11:27:37 -0700
Why don't you guys leave them alone? You guys are such jerks that you don't give them a private life at all. Date Sent: 12 Nov 1999 14:33:10 -0500
You have no business snooping into Dr Nene's life. You guys should leave him alone. Regards, Pradeep Date Sent: Fri, 12 Nov 1999 17:00:24 -0500
This article by Chabbra is obnoxious. Whether Mr Nene wants to give an interview or not is his prerogative. The nerve of Chabbra to page somebody at work is despicable. Imagine the person coming out of surgery to answer a nonsensical question! Who cares about who Madhuri married? I have a lot of respect for Rediff... Please do not degenerate to the level of a supermarket tabloid. Raja Subramaniam Date Sent: Fri, 12 Nov 1999 17:24:14 -0800
I don't see the point of this article. Haven't we learnt anything from the Diana episode? Sincerely, Arun Date Sent: Fri, 12 Nov 1999 23:52:30 -0500 (EST)
To be frank, this article on November 12 shows how people like Aseem Chhabra can misuse their tag as reporters to disturb people. The sad part is that Aseem happily explained how he bothered a doctor. To make it worse, he is analysing how much Dr Nene would be earning -- cheap journalism. I am disappointed to see such article in a decent site like Rediff. Regards, Balaji Subramanian Date Sent: Sat, 13 Nov 1999 00:33:49 -0800
Tell us what you think of this feature?? Well, I think you guys should learn what is meant by respecting individual privacy and quit checking up on a person who is in no mood to talk to the press. If you can't get a story, get a life. Amlan Chatterjee Date Sent: Fri, 12 Nov 1999 08:49:10 -0800
Dear Editor, What an accurate assessment of the upscale hotel industry in India. I have heard from many business travellers that the room rents are very high in India even for an average business traveller from US. The hotel industry seems to think that any traveller from west will be able to pay the exorbitant rates and stay there. May be they have no option because there are very few clean and inexpensive places in some metros in India. But is a typical businessman from US willing to spend that kind of money? I have heard of top executives, even presidents of companies, using payphones to save on exorbitant telephone charges if they use their room telephone. What about tourists? Which average tourist wants to pay over $ 100 per day per room? This is precisely why most of them give these hotels the go-by when it comes to visiting India. I have travelled fairly extensively with my family in the US and was able to stay in clean and comfortable hotel rooms for less than $ 70. If we learn to cater to such tourists we can earn a load of money. But, do the five star people care? Bhushan Date Sent: Fri, 12 Nov 1999 12:00:13 -0500
Hello, I am a regular reader of rediff.com. My husband and I live in Boston, USA. I read the article, 'Grease on ingernails, petrol on cheeks, business on mind'. Kudos to the girls who tried something different! I have always dreamed of a society in India where women would be competent to men in all fields. It is great to hear about women mechanics. Thanks! Sujatha Date Sent: Sat, 13 Nov 1999 08:45:39 EST
This is a very inspiring story for women in India who need such encouragement. Women should also join other work forces like this to stage a major revolution in the male-dominated labour force of India. One thing though: With a lousy judicial system in India, how are the women going to deal with sexual harassment at the workplace like a garage? Social organizations should look into this social malady too.
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