Shaunak's Universe - Politically Incorrect

Anna-giri

shaunak — Mon, 15 Aug 2011 05:17:01 +0000

de·moc·ra·cy - diˈmäkrəsē - Noun
A system of government by the whole population or all the eligible members of a state, typically through elected representatives.

au·toc·ra·cy - ôˈtäkrəsē - Noun
A system of government by one person with absolute power.

Perhaps I am having trouble comprehending the definitions, after all I am not a very clever person; But for the life of me, I fail to understand why one person's ideals is allowed to over rule elected representatives of a billion people, in an established executive system.

Ministry of External Affairs

shaunak — Sat, 30 Jul 2011 06:47:29 +0000

For the ongoing bilateral talks with India, Pakistan has put its best face forward, in form of their ravishing Foreign Minister, Ms Hina Rabbani Khar.

She will hold dialogue with her Indian counterpart, S.M. Krishna. For those whose memory needs a refresher, this is the same man who read out somebody else's speech at the United Nations.

On a complete side note - Now I know why we call it "Ministry of External Affairs" (Getit?)

Ramdev and the UPA

shaunak — Fri, 10 Jun 2011 17:29:20 +0000

The Ramdev-government ramayana continues with irrationality prevalent on both sides.

At first the government bent over its back with Sibal and Pranab heading to the airport to meet the Yogi. Followed by a midnight crackdown on his assemblage the very next night, from which the patriotic ascetic escaped in the grab of a woman.

The drama persists as Ramdev is hospitalized for excessive dieting.

Link: http://www.ndtv.com/video/player/news/ramdev-s-health-worsens-sri-sri-ap...

Pro-Corruption Rally

shaunak — Fri, 08 Apr 2011 16:26:12 +0000

As the government bows to the voices of the Anna Hazare led protesters, will someone spare a thought for the poor traffic constables?

What will happen to their bread and butter, if corruption does truly come to an end.

Link: Government Bows

Anna Hazare's Fast

shaunak — Thu, 07 Apr 2011 15:02:08 +0000

Activist Anna Hazare's fast enters its third day today. The veteran campaigner has stated that he will refuse all food and drink till the government doesn't enact a stringent anti-graft bill.

While the end result of this protest and the eventual effects of more anti-corruption legislation remains to be seen, one this is for certain. He's got the media's mind off cricket.

BBC: Indian activist Anna Hazare begins anti-graft fast

Change We Can Encash

shaunak — Thu, 04 Nov 2010 04:31:38 +0000

The president of the United States, his excellency, Mr. Barack Obama is on his way to Mumbai, India to rub his imperial shoulders with desi politicians.

The city governance is going out of its way to welcome him.

64th Independence Day

shaunak — Sun, 15 Aug 2010 03:18:05 +0000

Today, on the 15th of August 2010, India celebrates her 64th year of Independence, with a multitude of discount sales.

Un-Common Wealth

shaunak — Sat, 07 Aug 2010 04:13:50 +0000

The bright glare of the media has blown the cover off the shady underhand dealings of the commonwealth committee, the calumny and deceit of the organizers and has reaffirmed the nations belief in its 'corruption system'.

And yet in the face of undeniable evidence, chairman of the committee and the main perpetrator, Suresh Kalmadi stands unfazed, confident of his abilities of dodging the butterfingers of the law.

The Telegraph: http://bit.ly/aEQDOc

Medieval Age meets Marriage

shaunak — Sun, 27 Jun 2010 17:48:05 +0000

With medieval social organizations issuing parallel kangaroo court diktats, and our political leaders backing them, India is poised to re-enter into the medieval ages.

Hang Him Already

shaunak — Wed, 13 Jan 2010 09:58:03 +0000

Its been over a year since the brutal attacks on Mumbai. Yet the lone surviving terrorist Ajmal Kasab is comfortably housed inside Aurthur Road prison. And he continues to make a mockery of the system that simply refuses to punish him.

Student Suicide Spate

shaunak — Mon, 11 Jan 2010 05:49:56 +0000

The new year has begun on a very grim tone with a spate of suicides gripping the city. Sharply rising population, coupled with the sheer lack of infrastructure and opportunity are taking a toll on the innocent minds across the country who struggle to cope with the pressures of academics and the burden of expectations on them.
The toll has risen to 15 this past week. And how does the government respond? By watching movies.

TOI report: http://bit.ly/5MC7nS
DNA: http://bit.ly/6gY08K

Telangana Row

shaunak — Mon, 14 Dec 2009 06:00:54 +0000

At the end of the day, subdivision of states doesn't solve problems of electricity, water, overpopulation and corruption. It only adds to middle school geography syllabus.

Dubai Financial Crisis

shaunak — Tue, 01 Dec 2009 18:05:24 +0000

The center of a global real estate boom, Dubai is now reeling under the effects of a massive financial crisis.

So have Dubai's elaborate sand castles, been blown over by the wind?

News: http://bit.ly/6Fqyfx

Inflation

shaunak — Sat, 07 Nov 2009 06:37:33 +0000

The prices of essential commodities and foodstuff keep rising each day. As stocks falter and markets fluctuate, what could be a better investment in these difficult times?

Social Networking

shaunak — Fri, 06 Nov 2009 14:06:13 +0000

Social networks seem to be over-riding real relationships these days.

Modernized Halloween Costumes

shaunak — Sat, 31 Oct 2009 04:27:42 +0000

Headless Scepters and Goblins have become oh-so Scooby-Doo for kids these days.

Halloween get-ups have to evolve with time don't they if they still have to scare this generation. Don't they? So presenting, a new line of Politically Incorrect Halloween costumes.

Note: Guns and Booze cocktails sold separately.

Click on the image to enlarge it. Feel free to contact me for larger sizes.

Season's Greetings Dr.Mallya

shaunak — Tue, 13 Oct 2009 10:34:07 +0000

What do you do when you don't like a gift? Apparently if you are an MP, and a self appointed upholder of Indian culture, you rudely return it. Very classy.

Read all about it: http://bit.ly/zp979

With a $1.8-billion alcoholic drinks market in India, which 'Indian' culture are we talking of anyway?

ISRO Finds Water on the Moon, Mumbai Runs Dry

shaunak — Sat, 26 Sep 2009 12:30:00 +0000

ISRO's Chandrayaan moon mission struck water on the moon, as the Mumbai Municipal Corporation [BMC] announced a 30% water cut owing to the low water levels in Mumbai's major catchment lakes.

Height of Irony.