Commentary

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A Winning Formula for Hard Economic Times
http://www.nytimes.com/2010/07/24/world/asia/24iht-currents.html?_r=1&pagewanted
July 23, 2010 | By ANAND GIRIDHARADAS

MUMBAI — This is a tale of two Indian vehicles — the Jaguar and the jugaad.

The former is one of the world’s finest cars, once a strictly British product, now owned by Tata Motors of India. The XJL Supersport, which can cost upward of $100,000, comes with a 510-horsepower engine, massaging seats, mood lighting, a hard drive and electric rear blinds.

Gravity Shift: How Asia's New Economic Powerhouses Will Shape the Twenty-First Century by Wendy Dobson

Abstract
http://www.asiapacific.ca/canada-asia-agenda/gravity-shift-thinking-about-china-and-india-2030

Author Wendy Dobson argues that, while it is certain that the world’s centre of economic gravity in the coming decades will be pulled toward the Asian powerhouses, their roles in the world will be constrained by the need to rebalance significant distortions in their domestic economies.

Review from:
http://www.eastwestcenter.org

(Washington D.C.) April 8 – Though the economies of China and India have developed significantly, structural changes will be required in both countries in order to sustain current growth rates. In an East-West Center in Washington Asia Pacific Political Economy seminar, Dr. Wendy Dobson, professor and co-director of the Institute for International Business at the Rotman School of Management in the University of Toronto, and discussant Dr. Ellen Frost, visiting fellow at the Peterson Institute for International Economics and adjunct research fellow at the National Defense University’s Institute of National Strategic Studies, examined the economic development of China and India, detailing the opportunities and challenges inherent in their respective rise as economic powerhouses in Asia.

Places and Things

Selma Carvalho's Book 'Into the Diaspora Wilderness' Launched at the UK Goan Festival
Based on Article by Venkata Vemuri
http://in.news.yahoo.com/43/20100724/884/twl-book-on-goan-diaspora-readies-for-br.html
Ordering details at : http://selmacarvalho.squarespace.com/

Pic shows Selma Carvalho, with Mervyn Maciel, author of “Bwana Karani”

The Goan Festival in London saw the launch of a book on Goan diaspora experiences. And first-time author Selma Carvalho, who has lived in Dubai, the US and now Britain, insists she is simply 'a Goan'.

The Goan Michelangelo
http://www.navhindtimes.in/iexplore/goan-michelangelo
Published on: July 21, 2010 - 22:22 | By Vivek Menezes

The Goan monsoon arrives heaven-sent, a blessing from the divine. This year there’s more reason for gratitude - the rains have brought the return of Dr Jose Pereira to his homeland, carrying a stunningly beautiful new suite of artworks.

‘Epiphanies of the Hindu Gods’ will be on view at the XCHR in Porvorim from July 24. It is another singular contribution to our culture from a man who has given us his all for so many decades. Jose Pereira’s life confounds every stereotype and pigeonhole.

Escape from Uganda
www.cbc.ca/promisedland  
Promised Land with host Natasha Fatah.

In 1972, Ugandan Dictator Idi Amin announced that all Asians, regardless of their citizenship had to pack up and leave the country - and he gave them only ninety days to get out. Thousands of those of Asian Ugandans found refuge in Canada, including Anwer Omar. This year, nearly four decades, later Anwer and hundreds of other exiled Ugandans gather for a reunion picnic. Hear their stories on Escape from Uganda.

Top UN posting of Archbishop Francis Assisi Chullikatt ‘proves’ Church’s universality
http://www.ucanews.com/2010/07/19/top-un-posting-proves-churchs-universality/print/
Posted By editor On July 19, 2010 @ 5:54 pm In Countries, Daily Service, India, News

Archbishop Francis Assisi Chullikatt, the Vatican’s new Permanent Observer to the UN. Photo courtesy of www.cochindiocesanbulletin.org

Church officials in Kerala have hailed the appointment of an Indian as the Vatican’s top envoy to the United Nations, saying it demonstrates the Church’s multi-national character. The appointment of Archbishop Francis Assisi Chullikatt as the Vatican’s Permanent Observer to the UN is a “great recognition” of the Indian Church, said Syro-Malabar Church spokesperson Father Paul Thelakat.

Confessional can't become sauna, church rules
http://www.metronews.ca/toronto/life/article/582881--confessional-can-t-become-rules
The Associated Press | 20 July 2010 03:26

VIENNA - Some Catholics may well sweat in the confessional as they admit to things they shouldn't have done. But Vienna's archdiocese has ruled that the box-like structure where believers confess their sins cannot be turned into a sauna.

News Clips from Goa

Release of 'Song of Goa' in Panjim

This book launched on FRIDAY, JULY 30, 2010. Information from Fredrick Noronha.

Details of book:
Authors: Jose Pereira, Micael Martins (†) & António da Costa
Pp 497 Hb Rs 450 | Size: 8.5 x 5.5 inches | July 2010
Co-publishers: Goa,1556 and Broadway Publishing House

The book contains the score and lyrics of a number of traditional Goan mandos, together with an overview explaining the context (history, politics, etc) of Goa. There are lists of various forms of Goan song. It is a must-read for anyone interested in a deeper understanding of Goa, Goan song and the forces that shaped both.

News Clips from India

Indian Monsoon deficit up 24%, dry spell seen
http://economictimes.indiatimes.com/articleshow/6174528.cms?prtpage=1
16 Jul 2010, 0514 hrs IST,ET Bureau

NEW DELHI: The met department does not expect a significant resurgence in the monsoon next week, potentially damaging the sowing of soyabean and paddy and forcing farmers to replant.

55% of India's population poor: Report
http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/articleshow/6169549.cms?prtpage=1
Rukmini Shrinivasan, TNN, Jul 15, 2010,

NEW DELHI: India's abysmal track record at ensuring basic levels of nutrition is the greatest contributor to its poverty as measured by the new international Multi-dimensional Poverty Index (MPI). About 645 million people or 55% of India's population is poor as measured by this composite indicator made up of ten markers of education, health and standard of living achievement levels.

Least number of poor in Delhi, Kerala, Goa
http://www.hindustantimes.com/StoryPage/Print/572937.aspx
Press Trust Of India | London, July 15, 2010 | First Published: 23:56 IST(15/7/2010)

Amidst acute poverty across South Asia, the five states of Delhi, Kerala, Goa, Punjab and Himachal Pradesh have the least number of poor people in India, according to a new measure of global poverty developed at the University of Oxford for the UNDP.

India to soon surpass US in direct-to-home (DTH) subscribers base
http://biz.zeenews.com/news/news_content.aspx?newscatid=1&newsid=9847
Sunday, July 18, 2010, 13:42

Mumbai: The strongly growing domestic direct-to-home broadcast market (DTH) may soon catapult India into the number one position globally in terms of the country with largest DTH subscribers base, ahead of the US, an industry official said.

New Rupee Symbol of India -` How to use in Computers?
Courtesy: TOI | Posted: 25 Jul 2010 02:05 AM PDT

Download The Rupee Font
Install/save to “fonts” folder of your PC: Location: C:/Windows/Fonts

Open your word processor and select the “Rupee_forindian.
Just select “Rupee” font from the drop down list of your fonts in your application and press the key just above your tab button. It will display the new rupee symbol of India. Try it

India unveils prototype of $35 tablet computer
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ERIKA KINETZ, THE ASSOCIATED PRESS | July 23, 2010 3:43 p.m.

MUMBAI, India - It looks like an iPad, only it's 1/14th the cost: India has unveiled the prototype of a $35 basic touchscreen tablet aimed at students, which it hopes to bring into production by 2011.

If the government can find a manufacturer, the Linux operating system-based computer would be the latest in a string of "world's cheapest" innovations to hit the market out of India, which is home to the 100,000 rupee ($2,127) compact Nano car, the 749 rupees ($16) water purifier and the $2,000 open-heart surgery.

Announcements

Happy Birthday India - commemorating 63 years of freedom!
Message from G.O.A. Toronto | Posted: 27 Jul 2010 07:33 PM PDT

At midnight on Aug. 15, 1947, a new nation was born on a subcontinent ripped apart by a bloody partition. Independent India came into being as flames blazed across the land, corpse-laden trains crossed the new frontier with Pakistan, and weary refugees abandoned everything to seek a new life. A less favorable start for a new nation could hardly be imagined.

Goan Welfare Society, Nairobi

Forthcoming Events

• Sunday 1st August 2010: Medical Insurance Briefing at the Goan Gymkhana from noon, in attendance - Madison Insurance and Resolution Health.

• Sunday 22nd August 2010: 10th World Goa Day celebrations at the Goan Institute - Holy Mass followed by a feast of our culture.

• September 10th - 12th 2010: East African Goan Convention - Mombasa.

Please confirm your attendance as soon as possible - for more enquiries please email gwsnews09@gmail.com.

We look forward to seeing you at all the events.

Mark November 6th on Your Calender - Toronto

Lend a helping hand… to Roseleen DeSouza

The Goan Overseas Association will be hosting Lend a Helping hand...to Roseleen DeSouza on November 6th, 2010 at Swagat Banquet Hall, Mississauga. This is our International Charitable event (replacing our World Goa Day Picnic). Funds collected at Lend a Helping hand...will be sent to Mombasa, Kenya to assist Ms. Roseleen DeSouza.

Message from Quebec Goan Association – World Goa Day Picnic - Montreal
A Special Invitation To All Goans And Their Friends
From: marysilveira@hotmail.com
Date: Sun, 25 Jul 2010 00:54:47 -0400

Dear Friends,
You are invited to the "World Goa Day" picnic on Sunday 15th. August at Parc Agrignon, Lasalle, Montreal starting at 9.00am. POT-LUCK LUNCH

Bring a dish [Goan cusine would be great]. Bring all your picnic stuff [chairs, umbrellas, sun-block, snacks, drinks, etc.].

"RAIN OR SHINE, V R GOAN 2 B CELEBRATING OUR TENTH PICNIC"
[2001 - 2010]; VIVA GOENCARS

Carlson Wagonlit Travel

Presents
The Best of Kenya and Tanzania
24 September to 05 October 2010 Flying With Emirates Airlines With Stopover in Dubai.
( Nairobi-Lake Manyara- Ngorongoro- Serengeti- Masai Mara).
Cost: Ca$ 4750.00 Includes All Meals & Game Drives & Taxes.
Please Join Us By Contacting Zen De Souza at 416-239-8202
or Leo Lopes at 905-609-5466.
Group Size 25. Seats Sold 20 !

Events

Asian women face marriage balancing act
By Virginia Saldanha | Article printed from ucanews.com: http://www.ucanews.com
Posted By pramual On July 20, 2010 @ 3:33 pm In Analysis & Opinion, Asia, Countries, Daily Service

Toward the end of the 20th century, after the UN’s 1995 World Conference on Women and Decade for Women (1976-1985), women the world over were becoming aware of their rights.

The middle class retirement income problem - The case for a voluntary pension plan
To see the Social Media Release, click here

CALGARY, July 22 /CNW/ - There is a looming shortfall of retirement income for lower middle and middle class Canadians, according to Prof. Norma Nielson, who has called on regulators to carefully consider the role of government in providing a new way for Canadians to save for retirement.

Lentils: The Canadian Advantage

CHICAGO, July 15 /CNW/ - Move aside deep dish pizza, Canadian lentils are making their way into the diets of North Americans. The health benefits of Canadian grown lentils as a nutritious, whole food ingredient are attracting attention this week in Chicago at the Institute of Food Technologists (IFT) Annual Meeting and Food Expo.

Don't Scream Over Ice Cream

The ODA has tips to treat sensitive teeth

TORONTO, July 23 /CNW/ - The Ontario Dental Association (ODA) wants to protect your sensitive teeth this summer. Ice cream headaches and tooth pain from cold treats can put a chill on summer fun.

Green up your cleanup with borax
Lindsay Coulter | From: CNW | 19 July 2010 09:00

Green cleaning recipes call for borax, but when my father was a pediatrician, he recalls diagnosing children with borax poisoning. Is borax safe?
Suzanne from Winnipeg, Manitoba