Letter in BM on 1 Mar 20

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Letter Published in The National UAE on 1March 20Hindus and Muslims saved each others’lives in the Delhi riots  I write in ref er ence to Taniya Dutta’s ar ti cle New Delhi: Fam i lies grieve after more peo ple killed in es - ca lat ing vi o lence (Fe bru ary 27): while it seems fairly clear to me that the ri ots in Delhi were an an gry re ac tion to the protests against the Cit i zen ship Amend ment Act that was passed in In dia’s Par lia ment re cently, they were es sen tially car ried out by mis cre ants with a pre dis po si tion to vi o lent be hav iour. Lives were lost, Hindu-Mus lim ten sions were ex posed and In dia’s democ racy was made to look bad at a time when US Pres i dent Don ald Trump was vis it ing the coun try. Ul ti mately though, it was a re lief to dis cover sto ries of Hin dus sav ing the lives of Mus lims and vice versa. This just goes to prove that In di ans are still largely peace-lov ing peo ple – and therein lies a hope ful story when we talk about the fu ture of our coun try. K Ragavan, Ben galuru

Letter in BM on 29Feb 20.

Letter in BM on 28Feb 20

Letter in BM oN 27 fEB 20

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Letter Published in The National UAE on 26Feb 20 Justice served: HarveyWeinstein has had it coming for years  About the re port Har vey We in stein found guilty of rape and sex ual as sault (Fe bru ary 24): the former pro ducer is get ting what he de serves. The guilty have to ac cept what they have had com ing to them for years. The judge ment will give his vic tims some form of clo sure. Let’s hope this ver dict teaches peo ple to not abuse their po si tions of power. K Ra ga van, Ben galuru, In dia

Letter in BM on 26 Feb 20

Tribute to Editor Bhuvan Srinivasan 598

Today i remembered another interesting film personality from the south indian film industry is none other than Editor Bhuvan srinivasan.Before starting his career Bhuvan has worked with Stalwart Editor Srikar Prasad for five years and than started his first venture for the  Hindi film Delhi in a day
and later he has done many films.Tamil,Hindi and Malayalam is laudable.In his short span of eight years film career he has given few remarkable moviesis worth to be mentioned here.I have seen few films of this Editor.Those films are Arima Nambi,Kanithan ,Irumugan and few i could n't remember/
Actors viz,Vikram .Nayantara,VikramPrabhu Atharva and many worked with him.He is one of the upcoming Editor in the South Indian Film Industry.Today i am very happy to tribute this Editor.
K.Ragavan
See You Next Week,
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Letter in BM on 24Feb 20

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Letter Published in The National UAE on 24Feb 20 UAE’s initiative to help people who crate hope is a great move

With reference to the editorial Arab Hope makers Dubai backs the right causes (February 22): this was a meaningful and thought-provoking piece. The win by the Emirati gentleman, Mr Al Falasi who was awarded Dh 1million was heartening to read. That his hospital in Mombasa will undergo a transformation with the money awarded to him by the leadership of Dubai is very impressive. As is the fact that past winners have used their award money for noble causes. It is good for society that such philanthropic ideals are mooted by the country. The UAE has demonstrated its helping nature for the downtrodden on a global level.

K Ragavan, Bengaluru

Letter in BM on 23Feb 20

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Letter Published in The National UAE on 23Feb 20 May peace finally prevail in Afghanistan

With reference to Stefanie Glinski's report US-Taliban truce begins, paving the way for peace in Afghanistan: this was a good read. America's longest war in history could finally be coming to a close and the presence of US forces after almost two decades in Afghanistan might finally end. The Taliban caused terror across the country for too long. Let's hope now that the Afghan people now have a real shot at peace.

K Ragavan, Bengaluru

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Letter Published in BM on 22Feb 20 Easing their burden was long overdue K Ragavan writes, Your cover story was an interesting read. The exit plans of old broom by the Bruhat Bengaluru Mahanagar Palike and the new entry of vacuum cleaner machines to clean the city is a good move with a sizable cost for the civic body BBMP and .It may be easy for the pourakarmikas to clean. Many plans was planned and implemented by the Bruhat Bengaluru Mahanagr Palike for the cleaning of garbage earlier but could not yield results. How ever this concept sounds good should serve the purpose with a huge cost. Hope this should be the last attempt from BBMP to clean the city. The cost should not go further and this should be the last gamble of cleaning the city. Will the Bruhat Bengaluru Mahanagara Palike deliver on this issue?

Letter in BM on 21Feb 20

Letter in BM on 20Feb 20

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Letter Published in The National UAE on 20Feb 20  Sudan's troubles are far from over

With reference to the report Sudan could send ousted president Omar Al Bashir to The Hague (February 18): even though justice is being served by trying Bashir possibly at The Hague for the atrocities he has committed and for the long list of war crimes, Sudan's problems have not been fully solved. They need a good, committed administration for the development of the country and people. Only then will the country change.

K Ragavan, Benguluru

Letter in BM on 19Feb 20

Letter Published in BM on 18Feb 20.

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Letter Published in Gulf News UAE on 18Feb 20

Saying goodbye

A couple of days ago, I got a message that a loving friend had died. I couldn’t believe it. I had seen him recovering from bad health, but despite the recovery, he was still taken away. In my few years of association, I have seen this banker, and hockey player’s activities. I used to live with him for three and half years, and even after moving away, we still met almost daily.

He retired from working at the Reserve Bank of India. Apart from his profession, he had an interest in hockey and that was remarkable. I think he was even instrumental in getting a stadium built in Akkithimmanahalli in Bangalore. He has participated in many matches and won medals. Even as a banker he had good, friendly relations with his colleagues. He was the motivating factor to reestablish his gated community into a beautiful space. He was friendly, charming and always smiling. He is no more, but his legacy will continue and his motivation will be remembered by everyone. I cannot console his family but all I can do is pray for them.

From Mr K. Ragavan

Bengaluru, India

Letter Published in The National UAE on 18Feb 20

The UAE is a champion of gender equality

With regards Patrick Ryan's article Global Women's Forum Dubai: Ivanka Trump says many Middle East women have 'half' the legal rights of men (February 16): Ivanka Trump's comments on gender equality were good. I especially liked what she said about how when women are free to succeed, families thrive, communities flourish and nations grow strong. And I agree with her that it is incredible that last year more than 70 per cent of university graduates in the UAE were women.

The UAE's push for gender equality in its policies is commendable. The rest of the world can learn something.

K Ragavan, Bengaluru

Tribute to Director Seenu Ramasamy 597.

Today i remembered another interesting film personality from the Tamil Film Industry is none other than Director SeenuRamasamy.He was the student of Popular Late Cinematographer BaluMahendra.
His first picture was Koodal Nagar if i am right.Few films he worked with the Up coming actor Vijay Sethu pathy is important.He has given few films to his credit in a short span of  12 Years film career .He won the NationalFilm Award for the best film for his ThenMerkuParuvakatru,He has worked with up coming actors Viz,Bharath,Vijay SethuPathy,Vishnuand Veteran Saranys is worth to be mentioned here.i have seen few films of this Director.Those films are KoodalNagar,Ner Paravai,and ThenmerkuParuvakatru.Good cinematography will be more visible in his movies with Cinematographers ,M.S.Prabhu,Balasubramanian and Chezlian.He is one of the Up coming Directors in the Tamil Film Industry..Today i am very happy totribute this Director.
K.Ragavan
See you Next Week
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Letter in BM on 17Feb 20.

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Letter Published in The National UAE on 17Feb 20 Burj Khalifa turning blue to support Angelman Syndrome is a nice thingWith reference to Nick Webster’s article Burj Khalifa lights up blue to put spotlight on rare genetic condition (February 15): this was a good read. It’s sad to know that 500,000 people around the globe suffer from this little-known genetic disorder. Dubai’s Burj Khalifa turning blue to mark International Angelman syndrome was laudable.K Ragavan, Bengaluru

Letter in BM on 16Feb 20

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Letter in BM 15 Feb 20

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Letter in BM on 14Feb 20

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Letter in BM on 13Feb 20.

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Letter Published in The National UAE on 13Feb 20 A victory in New Delhi to the party that worked hard and delivered on promisesKudos to Arvind Kejriwal. The recent victory shows that apart from his freebies to people, delivering electoral promises is very important. People have eradicated the old congress party. Now is the time for the ruling BJP to review their defeat.
K Ragavan, Bengaluru

Letter in BM on 11Feb 20

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Letter Published in Gulf News UAE On 11Feb 20

What about the senior citizens of India?

This is in reference to the recent Indian Budget delivered by the Indian Finance Minister Nirmala Sitaram on February 1. On one hand, I applaud the Bengaluru suburban rail project, which Sitaram mentioned in the budget. However, on the other hand, this year’s budget and taxes also neglected senior citizens and non-pensioners of the country who are getting meagre bank deposit interest to meet their needs. I think this is sad. The bank deposit interest rate is not correlated to the normal expenditure of interest rate. The government should reconsider this in light with the current inflation. Will the ministry rethink this important issue?

From Mr K. Ragavan

Bengaluru, India

Tribute to Late K.Parthasarathy Iyengar 596.

Today i am  going to pen another interesting   personality not only well established in his family circle

for his tall deeds but also in his  Wonderful Advertisement World is none other than Late K.Parthasarathy Iyengar and he is none other than my Uncle.When i heard from my people that he passed away on 5th Feb  i could n’t believe .His smiling face and soft  inquiring nature i have cherished for more than seven decades is worth to be mentioned here.  Incidently he only given my pet name to be called in the relative circle  which was a popular  film studio  name in those days  and still i am known through that magic name not only by relatives but also with my close friend circle which i can not forget in my life.He and my aunt are the leading  leaders of their  family siblings..He brought up sisters ,brothers and till his last breath all good and bad occasions he will attend.His good personality and nature not only attracted by many from our family but out siders also not a exaggerated one.He is a giant in his profession and earned a good name is worth to be mentioned here.Who ever comes to my uncle’s house he and my aunt never allow them  to go with out taking  either food or coffee .When ever i visit him as usual in his soft tone  with  my pet name he will ask how is Bengaluru and how is mrs children.This affectionate asking by him i now missed for ever..Last visit he came to know that i am contributing letters and articles on various issues both in domestic and international print media he was so happy and blessed.I learned one important thing from him  he never lost his temper if any of our relative done bad things or even good things.He is always well balanced and cool.His association in friend circle comprising  of  Advertisement Giants and other elite of the city. Soft spoken,Smiling ,Caring  Parthasarathy Iyengar is no more but his way of life ,helping  nature and above all his legacy will continue for ever from his Son and daughter .I missed a wonderful human  who stood for his deeds and caring his family members.I am not keeping my pet name suspense It was Gemini

Today i am very happy to tribute thisLegend.

K.Ragavan

See You Next Week

10-2-20

Letter in BM on 10Feb 20

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Letter Published in The National UAE ON 10Feb 20 Another shooting, another reminder of life’s fleeting nature

In reference to your report Thailand: soldier reportedly dead after killing at least 26 people in shopping mall (February 8): the motive of the soldier should be probed. There are no guarantees in life. One can’t know what might happen from one second to the next and this tragedy is another example. I pray for the families of the departed.

K Ragavan, Bengaluru

Letter in BM on 9Feb 20

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Letter in BM on 9Feb 20

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Letter Published in BM on 8Feb 20Buying a home is tough and tricky too

K Ragavan writes the story ‘Bank’s distress sale has put home buyers in stress’ was sad to read. Syndicate bank’s auctioning of apartments has shattered the dreams of six persons. How such a reputed bank such as the Syndicate Bank could have failed to look into the apartments’ litigation issues, raises questions. I request the authorities to probe this incident and ensure that the buyers are given their flats or that their money is refunded. Today buying a property is not only tough but also tricky as no one knows if it is genuine. Government must intervene to protect people’s hard-earned mone

Letter in BM on 8Feb 20

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Letter in BM on 7Feb 20

Letter Published in BM on 7Feb 20

Ragavan krishnamachary writes, the Russell Market undergoing a hygiene intervention is a good development. (Russell Market undergoes a hygiene intervention). Authorities should place more dustbins and install more CCTVS in the area. The old clock tower in the market has become a landmark and should not be demolished. The intervention will certainly bring back the old fame of the market

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Letter in BM on 6Feb 20

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Letter in BM on 5Feb 20

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Letter Published in The National UAE on 5Feb 20 Kenya school stampede: one life lost is too manyWith regards to Kenya school stampede: at least 14 children killed (February 4): it was sad to read about the 14 school children who died in a stampede in a school. This should be condemned. The cause for the pupil's panicking should be probed and the guilty should not be spared. I pray for the innocent school children and their grieving family members. K Ragavan, Bengaluru

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Letter Publihed in BM on 4Feb 20

K Ragavan
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The suburban rail project has been on the anvil for a long time. This project is the need of the hour and will help solve the city’s traffic problem.

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Letter Published in The National UAE on 4Feb 20Some Indian pensioners feel they have been ignored by New Delhi

With reference to Ramola Talwar Badam’s report Indians in the UAE will not pay income tax, clarifies New Delhi (February 2): it is sad that senior citizens and pensioners have been largely neglected. In any case, we get meager interest from banks. The government should consider that the interest is not enough to keep up with inflation.

K Ragavan, Bengaluru

It should be Some Indian Non pensioners by oversight non was removed 

Tribute to Late Hockey Coach, Player M.R.Kumar 595.

Today i am going to pen another interesting personality  not only established his name in the good old Indian national sport's  Hockey but also touched with his good deeds is none other than my friend Late M.R.Kumar.Couple of days back i got the message that my loving friend is no more i could n't believe.As i have been seeing his recovery from his health but above all god decided to take with him.In my few years of association  of more than seven and half years i have seen this banker,and player's activities.I lived in his castle known as Kumar Castles for three and half years even after i departed from the castles still we meet almost daily  and interact with various topics.. He was  retired from ReserveBank of India and apart from profession his second involvement and dedication for Hockey is remarkable.He had his own days and served as Vice President of the Karnataka state and established his identity was amazing.He was also one of the main instrumental person to got the present place of Hockey stadium situated in Akkithimmanahalli  if i am right.He has participated in many matches and won medals.Even as a Banker he is very knowledgeable to his work and good friendly relation ship with colleagues.He was the motivating factor to reestablish  his gated community Palm Grove Enclave in a beautiful manner which every resident of PGE will accept.His meeting with Government officials for the improvement of his Community is laudable.When ever he meets he used to tell me  sir,you write very nicely ,i like your way of writing which is still ringing in my ears.Pleasant,friendly,Charming  Smiling Kumar is not with us.But his Legacy will continue and his motivation will be remembered by every one.As a friend in a short span of Seven and half years i observed from this Stalwart.I can not console his Mother,Wife and two lovely Sons and their family
but only praying god should give more strength and courage  for them to with stand  this irrecoverable loss.To day i am  happy to tribute  this legend.
K.Ragavan
See You Next Week
3-2-20
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