A homage to our favorite President... Dr.APJ Abdul Kalam

How does one go about defining a perfect role model? 

Does one carry a list of all humanly possible positive points and try to seek them in one person? Or do you define it as someone who has already tread the same path as you want to and been successful at doing so? 

Everyone has a different parameter to define her or his own role model. And then we can have endless debates about who fits the bill of a Perfect Role Model. It would be a tough exercise to do and even tougher to arrive at a conclusion. 

But, for me, one person made all these difficulties disappear. Dr APJ Abdul Kalam. 

His story is the quintessential stuff of Bollywood movies. And yet, we keep searching for good stories everywhere. He did not let setbacks or lack of opportunities affect him negatively. To have that kind of an optimism and maturity at a young age, is quite a rarity.

His career as a scientist and as a leader of his colleagues is already the stuff of legends. This lead to him ultimately being heralded as the Missile Man of India, on the back of which his popularity grew manifold. Like one of his quotes, his missiles too demanded that India respect itself, before it demanded that from the world. 

His rise to the chair of the President of India should serve as enough motivation to people who wish to work hard and earn their rightful share of success. His simplicity, despite being the President should serve as a lesson to all to remain humble through success. His zeal I hope one day permeates the leaders of this vast country and challenges them to shun all the negativity they have towards each other and work constructively towards building an India of Kalam sir's dreams. 

I had found my role model in APJ Abdul Kalam sir long ago. That he is a perfect role model or not, is something I let you decide for yourself. 

We leave you with one of the many famous Kalam sir's quote.

    

  

                                  

The Dogs and Cows Politics

All of a sudden, two animals seem to have ignited the pent up passions of the Bollywood folk. Cow and Dog. Both are being slaughtered for food. So while it is al-right to slaughter a cow according to most of them in India, it is cruel to kill dogs for food. 

Is this fair? Is it because dog is a more domestic animal than maybe a cow is? Is it because you and your kids can play with dogs and not with cows? Is it because in some social circles keeping a dog as a pet is more fashionable and the in thing than maybe donating some money to build a cow shed? 

Both are domestic animals. Yes, dog is definitely a man's best friend. Especially, when people these days do not trust their own loved ones; dogs have become confidantes of their owners or should I say friends. But does that mean, a cow can receive any less treatment? I agree you cannot keep a cow in the uber swanky homes of posh localities in the burgeoning metros of this country. But what gives you a right to treat a cow any less than a dog? Who will decide that a cow can be food but not a dog? And on what basis? Just because dogs are  oh cchhhoooo cuteee! Awwww!!!

So when Maharashtra government decided to ban beef, prominent people from the film fraternity were up in arms and termed it as a violation of human rights. Wow! I don't know if the same educated class are even aware that there are a lot of tribes in India, not far away from Mumbai, who do eat dogs for food. There are many states in India where it is a delicacy and a meat which is prepared for special occasions.

Why is there a double standard in this regard? The flashy matinee idols who pose nude for PETA, the people who compete for the title of the best vegan bodies of the country / world, how come killing cows is al-right with you guys? Food is like religion. No one can say, mine is better than yours. 

So I humbly urge the illustrious people who want to pseudo-run this country, STOP THE DOUBLE SPEAK. 

The season of double roles have returned...

Some beef humor

(Photo Courtesy: iDiva)

Also watch this video, which will make you think about cruelty against animal.(Warning: This video has some disturbing images. Please watch it at your own risk and kids under adult supervision)

https://www.facebook.com/gary.yourofsky/videos/825517227503527/

BFC vs MMB

It was the night of all nights on the 30th of May. 

A few dark clouds hung over the Bangalore sky making it a sweaty afternoon. Almost everyone who knows the city's weather would have known that rain was imminent. What was also imminent was the clash of the titans which would determine the champions of i-Legaue. The national football league in India. 

Going into this match were Bengaluru FC (BFC) and McDowell's Mohun Bagan (MMB). Two teams which by far had been the most consistent sides of the league. Bengaluru FC went in the final game 2 points behind the leaders MMB. BFC has well and truly captured the imagination of the city and the football fans in the city by winning the i-League in 2013/14. While MMB is one of the most decorated clubs in the country along with their cross town neighbors KingFisher East Bengal. This promised to be a treat night for the fans. And boy, did it live up to that billing. All MMB needed was a draw, while BFC had to win the game to be crowned champions. 

As we got closer to the kick off the rains gods decided to show up to an event of such magnitude too. Braving the rain 21786 fans trooped into the Sri Kanteerva stadium to support the home team BFC. West Block A was buzzing as usual, but the North Stand gave a good account of themselves too. 

BFC started the game on the front foot and created the openings in the meanest defense of the league so far. Rooney made runs which left the MMB central defence clueless at times. The finishing however did not come. Udanta and Robin ably supported him, but a slippery pitch is a footballer's nightmare and that did not help in sustained attacks. Just about when the fans were set to resign themselves to a goalless first half, BFC earned a corner from the left flank. As the ball curved towards the penalty spot, John Johnson rose above everyone else and headed home the opening goal. Sri Kanteerva exploded and so did Eddie the club mascot. He did a small jig just behind the MMB goalpost. All that effort of the season was paying off and BFC were one 'half' away from retaining the championship. 

It stayed 1-0 till the lemon break. 

Second half started and the rains gods took the matter into their own hands. It poured cats and dogs as MMB looked for an equaliser. Sony Norde and Katsumi Yusa gave Curtis Osano and Johnson a lot to think of. Osano in particular was awesome keeping MMB at bay. And when MMB managed to get through him they had Ralte to contend with. Ralte the BFC goalie made a stunning one handed save in the 85th minute to deny a spirited MMB effort again but the clearing failed and the result was a corner. In came the ball and like Johnson in the first half, Rasaq the MMB central defender beat his marker to slip the ball past Ralte. MMB fans, players, coaching staff were sent into a tizzy. Chettri came of the bench in a last bid effort to salvage a goal and retain the championship. But the goal that mattered did not arrive. 

MMB were crowned champions and BFC and BFC fans were left thinking of what could have been. 

There is a 6 month gap now before the 2015/16 season begins and the fans can get to see their stars in action again. But one thing for sure is come next season, BFC fans will be back supporting their team to the hilt shouting, "This is Bengaluru FC .. Ahou Ahou Ahou!"

You can know more about namma Bangalore Football Club at: http://www.bengalurufc.com/

Here are some pictures from the match.

Crowd from BFC stand-the sea of blue.

BFC vs MMB( i-league 2015)

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