Letter.

 Letter Published in The National UAE On 31 Dec 20  2021: To better days and good health

This has not been a good year. Till February it was going relatively smoothly but March onwards, when WHO officially declared the coronavirus a pandemic, lockdowns began to effect how we lived our lives. Everything changed overnight and the virus put the brakes on countless plans. Who knew at the start of this year that we would read bleak statistics of death everyday?

Covid-19 also slowed down business, obstructed development and people across the world lost their livelihoods. In the global scenario, the US was most affected. This in itself was shocking to many.

I hope the new year will be better for all of us, for all countries, particularly those grappling hard with the virus – the US, the UK, Brazil and India. I wish especially the people who are dealing with unseen difficulties, a healthy, happy and peaceful new year.

K Ragavan, Bengaluru, India

My Letters ,Articles Published in Various Papers and Blogs in 2020.

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1.The New Indian Express   India   10 

Bangalore Mirror (Times of India GRoup) 110.

Deccan Herald Bengaluru                                2

The National UAE                           84.

Gulf News                         UAE     35.

KhaleejTimes   UAE                       3

Total                                244.

Due to Covid 19 Most of the papers reduced the  Letters Page and hence the above figures.

With Warm Regards,

K.Ragavan

31-12-2020.

Happy New Year.

 Advance Wishes to the entire Google Family A Very Happy and Healthy New Year.

K.Ragavan

Bengaluru

Rajinikanth 's Right Decision.

 The recent dramatic announcement from the Super star might have disappointed not only to Tamil Nadu people but also to millions of his fans but he has to take the right appropriate decision after seeing the latest health conditions.His decision is right and he will continue to help the needy which he is doing present. He should have a calm peaceful life because he is a Wonderful human being.

K.Ragavan

Good Gesture.

 The famous stanley hospital in Chennai Tamil Nadu is going to have the new multispeciality ward is laudable.The hospital has witnessed eminent specialists over decades now will have this additional facility is a good gesture.This will help the people in the city and other parts.

K.Ragavan

Tribute to Cinematographer S.Ramachandra 642.

Today i am going to pen another interesting film personality from the Kannada Film Industry is none other than Late Cinematographer  Shivaramaiah Ramachandra Aithal popularly known as S.Ramachandra.In his Three and half decades and more film career  he has given number of remarkable movies in Kannada and Hindi is worth to mention here.After finishing his Cinematography  course in the famous Films and Television institute Pune he started his career with Popular Cinematographer Shariff if i am right.After that he started his first Independent assignment as Cinematographer in the film Sankalpa is important .He has with all the leading directors and actors viz Late Girish Karnad,Shankar Nag and many present day actors is laudable.He has demonstrated one of the best Cinematographers in the Kannada film industry and earned a very good name decades back is laudable.He was bestowed many awards for his creative work.With out much advancement his frame work was superb both in indoor and outdoor.I have seen few films of this Doyen.Those  films ,Malgudi days and Swami and friends in Hindi T.V Serials and few remarkable Kannada movies,Vamsha Vriksha,Swami,Olave Baduku and few i could nt recollect.Today i thought of this wonderful Cinematographer who has mesmerized with his framework without much advancement.Even though he has departed a decade back his remarkable frame work is in front of us.Today i am very happy to tribute this talented versatile Cinematographer.

K.Ragavan

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28-12-20.

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More challenges for the new US Administration.

 Recent explosion in US Nashville downtown was sad to read.Though there are no casualties and seriousness of explosion police has admitted three people in the hospital for their safety is appreciable. On the one hand When the Country is facing the crisis of the deadly pandemic and on the other hand   shootings and explosions like this often witnessed by the administration is not a healthy sign.The newly elected team under the leadership of President Joe Biden and Kamala Harris  has not only solve the pandemic control but also the shootings and the gun culture which is there for decades to protect and safeguard not only the Americans but also the aspiring migrants .Will Joe Biden and Kamala Haris solve these tough tasks we have to wait and see?

K.Ragavan

Bengaluru

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India 3rd largest economy.

 India to become 3rd largest economy by 2030: Report

Possibilities are there.A decade more to achieve this object.India is a vast country with many languages and religion with talented people on all walks of life.

Above all the Secular nature with vision from the administration will certainly achieve this is my humble opinion.

K.Ragavan

Year 2020 at a Glance.

 Year 2020 was not  a good year comparing to other years.Till February it was going smoothly and from march onwards started the pandemic effect imported from China.India  made the good decision of lockdowns in all the states and controlled to the maximum with all precautionary measures and  lab testing facilities is appreciable.The casualties  also less comparing to other nations on percentage vice.Later middle of the year the number of cases was jumping because of out side influence as well people not following the norms as per the advice.Majot Cities Viz,Mumbai,Delhi.Gujarat,Rajasthan ,Tamil Nadu recorded highest positive cases and later slowly coming down.Because of the Covid factor developments of exports and other activities are slow down.In the Global scenario US was most affected followed by european countries Viz Italy ,Spin and others.US purely because of the negligence from the administration people have suffered.Despite the hurdles India was able to over come the problem to a certain extent because of the able Leadership of the Prime Minister Narendra Modi is appreciable.The entire Globe the talk of the town was only Covid 19 and vaccines for controlling.The Pharma giant Pfizer Introduced the vaccine and US has approved as well UAE has started the campaign for their People.India many local pharma companies and Serum Institute  known for vaccines will be coming out with vaccines to cater the Indian population as well export to other countries.This is one part of the year's tragic story .The other part UK Is facing the tough time  along with France ,German  on covid 19 and in particular UK is facing economic  crisis and hope with the leadership  of Boris Johnson  will over come.On sports arena the famous IPL  T20 cricket match was organized  and Conducted very well by the UA E and taken care of the players  during the pandemic should be appreciable.The warnings from WHO ,and ICMR of India and the norms has been sincerely carried out from India should be mentioned here.The Question  is no researchers have predicted the longevity of this deadly virus and  people are living with fear especially senior citizens.How ever Indians prayers especially joint prayers  will certainly take a turn in 2021 is my strong belief.I appeal to my government make the vaccines availability to all the important centres at affordable tariff once vaccines introduced.The year made the daily bread winners,temporary labourers , entertainment industries Viz,fashion,events management and film industry  in particular in miserable condition.People depending film industry  of all categories viz,light men,make up artist,technicians,stunt group and many.Hope the new year will be a better year not only to India but also  to the entire globe particularly US ,UK and all european countries and other parts.This Pandemic was nicely handled by our Prime Minister and UAE Leadership.To my little knowledge i have covered the year's summary .I am wishing all  the people  A Very Happy and Healthy New Year.

With Warm Regards,

K.Ragavan.

26-12-20.

Letter.

 Letter Published in GulfNews UAE on 25Dec 20.

US economic relief

The US passed its second-biggest economic relief package ever (“ At $900b, US passes its second biggest economic relief package ever”, Gulf News, December 22). After seeing the real scenario of COVID-19 and its repercussions, the US Congress passed the most significant financial relief for the Americans. Even though this is not too late for the US to control the pandemic from not doing further damage, about 600 billion dollars will be used to relieve pandemic and remaining will be utilised for the development. Hope the new administration with its policies and strategies will win over the current crisis. The main cause for this heavy damage is the previous administration's negligence. Hopefully, it will be a better year ahead.

From Mr K Ragavan

Karnataka, India

Letter.

 Letter Published in The National UAE on 24Dec 20 News of the vaccine comes at a good time This is welcome news especially as countries like the UK have shut down again. Let's hope vaccines make it to all parts of the world soon and we can have some degree of normality back.

K Ragavan, Bengaluru, India

New Proposed US Bill.

 US politicians pass  giant spending bill of $900 bnof Covid 19 relief aid and government funding  Bloomberg article was a good read After seeing the real scenario of Covid 19 and its repercussions the  US passed the biggest economic relief  for the Americans is laudable. Even though this is not too late for US to control the pandemic from not  going further damage to Americans.About 600 b will be used for the relief  of pandemic and remaining will be utilized for the development is appreciable.Hope the new administration with its  policies and strategies to win over the virus crisis and make Americans safe in the coming days.The main attributing cause for this heavy damage is due to the negligence of the previous administration knowingly or unknowingly.However past is past and the coming days will be better for not  only Americans  but also other migrants.My advance wishes to the Americans and other migrants AVery Happy and Healthy X.MAS as well bright prosperous new year.

K.Ragavan

Bengaluru

2021 Challenge.

.Even though i am not belonging to any political party but i have been observing this soft spoken Leader of Tamil Nadu Edappadi Palani swamy who really takes care of the people and he has established his identity is no doubt.However ultimate decision is in the hands of Tamil Nadu people.One thing is sure the Single party majority days are gone.2021 will be a tough battle for tamil nadu.

K.Ragavan

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Tribute to Mr Kalaimani 641.

 Today i am going to pen another interesting personality whom i know for more than two decades who is a  popular  professional in insurance sector is none other than my good friend Kalaimani.I know him through profession turned a good friend liked my write ups.Ever since i met him  two decades back in the beautiful emirates still continue our friendship  through mails almost every day .He  reads my letters  whenever published as well my blogs which i am mailing every day.His motivation made me to deliver better and till today i enjoy his  friendship.Known for his knowledge in Insurance as a technical person with his vast experience and handling is laudable.I met him a decade back  in 2011 when i visited UAE after i departed in 2009 after spending 16 years in the glorious risk management field as a marketing professional.We spent few hours and exchanged our ideas and thoughts.After that till date i have been sending my mails regularly .He writes to me immediately and appreciate my letters  which i always remember.Even though i departed from the UAE still my friendship with good friends like him and my association with the leading papers viz,GulfNews,The National,KhaleejTimes and The Gulf Today.Today i am very happy to tribute this  Soft spoken ,Knowledgeable and memorable Insurance stalwart.

K.Ragavan

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21-12-20

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Unacceptable.

 

RecentChinese troops entering in to Ladakh border  in civilian dress is not only condemned but also highly unacceptable.LOC ethics should be followed. India should act on this unethical practice of China.Recent months India had tough time with China  was sad.

K.Ragavan

 Bengaluru 

Tamil Nadu should produce PM.

 In India all the states has good back ground and many talented people were created in all walks of life is very true.Tamil Nadu known for it's cultural ,heritage and many talented people of all walks of life demonstrated their talents .In Political scenario many stalwarts ruled in both parties Congress and DMK,ADMK.President was also ruled from TamilNadu and now appealing to Produce to PM from the ruling party Secretary is quite logical.How ever People of India is more clever will determine their Leader for the nation.Good appeal.

K.Ragavan

Letter.

 Letter Published in Gulf News UAE on 18Dec 20

Mourning the loss of best-selling spy novelist John le Carré

This letter is regarding the demise of the 89-year-old British author, David Cornwell, who is popularly known as John le Carré (“ British spy thriller author John le Carre dies aged 89”, Gulf News, December 14). His passing is a great loss to the literary world. His most famous works spanned some six decades and included "The Spy Who Came In Form the Cold," which was published in 1963 and made le Carré the most famous spy writer in the world. His passing is an irrecoverable loss, and millions of his readers will miss him. His name will be remembered forever. May his soul rest in peace.

From Mr K Ragavan

Bengaluru, India

Letter from my good friend on my nine years association with Linked in.

 Dear Sir

 

It is simply great.  You have been rendering wonderful service to the Community and the Community enjoys Your services and too highly respects You; Of Course it equally applies to Your 9 Years’ Association with the Professional Net Work of Linkedin.  God Bless You and Your Family.

 

Best  Wishes & Regards,

Kalaimani

Letter.

 Letter Published in The National UAE on 17Dec20 John le Carre leaves a rich legacy for readers

Regarding the editorial John le Carre shone light on murky worlds (December 15): this was an enlightening read. The demise of 89-year-old David Cornwell is a great loss to the literary world. Fans of spy fiction will no doubt find themselves returning to his novels such as Absolute Friends, The Spy Who Came in From the Cold, A Most Wanted Man and Tinker, Tailor, Soldier, Spy . The news of his death might even have created new readers of his work.

K Ragavan, Bengaluru, India

Amazing Nine years.

 I have completed Nine years of association with Linked in as per notification on 12-6-2011 i joined this Professional site and acquired wonderful friends of all walks of life 'Thanks to Linked In and all friends for the happy association.

With Warm Regards,

K.Ragavan

Great Loss

 The demise of 89 year old David Cornwell  popularly known as author John le carre is a great loss to  the  literary  world on spy fiction stories who has created a big impact in his six decades career was amazing.Known for his spy fiction stories different from Ian Fleming James bond stories As the American novelist rightly said 2020 was a great loss of literary giant  with humanitarian values.His departure is a irrecoverable loss and millions of his readers miss him.May his soul rest in peace.

K.Ragavan

Tribute to Make up Artist R.Sundaramoorthy 640.

 Today i remembered another interesting film personality from South Indian Film Industry is none other than makeup artist R.Sundara moorthy.Make up artists also playing an important role in the filmindustry.They create King,Minister,and many characters by their make up art is not an exaggerated one.R.Sundaramoorthy in his four decades active career worked with all the leading actors in the film industry and  directors and created  a big pact is worth to mention here.He was associated with Kamal Hassan ,Rajinikanth movies and with Late Director K.Balachander movies if i am right.I have seen few movies of this doyen.Those films are ThamaraiNenjam,Poova Thalaya,ApoorvaRagangal,Irukodugal,Vellivizha,MoondruMudichu,Avargal,Ek DhujeKeliye,Dil Se,Bombay ,Padaiyappa,ChandraMukhi few i could n't recollect.He was bestowed  award for his work in Padaiappa as Best make up artist. and also Kalai Ma Mani Award .Apart from make up he has also acted in few films. Liked by one and all from the film fraternity.Make up artists can create a person  in any manner viz hero,and others.Today i am very happy to tribute this Stalwart who contributed his part in Indian Cinema.

K.Ragavan

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Looters Should be booked.

 The recent Violence and the looting of Apple assembling  factory in Karnataka state  Kolar made heavy damage  to the tune of 440 crores was condemned.Expensive loot.Police should investigate and the criminals should be punished severely.The Peace loving Karnataka due to this incident lost it's image.

Criminals and looters are the main attributing factors for this incident.

K.Ragavan

Rash driving should be averted.

 After the lockdowns now the traffic has become as usual in the city and the good old rash driving has come back to the IT City Bengaluru was sad.People should be careful to drive in peak hours in peak areas and no need of rushing for their own safety.Cops should not loose their temper because of rash driving.I do agree their responsible and people should go slow in busy traffic areas.Ultimately tension and stress should be avoided.

K.Ragavan

Hunger should be eradicated.

 The recent hunger  revelation  even after Covid 19  is not palatable.Hunger issue should be eradicated.People should not suffer for food. Hunger may leads so many health related diseases.This issue should be taken care.Many NGOs are doing their best on this is appreciable.

K.Ragavan

Letter.

 Letter Published in The National UAE on 10 Dec 20 In the wait for a vaccine, patience will pay off

Regarding HA Hellyer's op-ed The Covid-19 vaccines will not be the only good to have come out of 2020 (December 8): this was a good read. The author put it nicely – there may be some change in the behaviour of people in 2021 after the arrival of the vaccines but nothing will happen overnight and we must continue to be patient even if it takes many more months. People will have their turn but priority should rightfully be given to the millions of healthcare workers and the ones most vulnerable.

K Ragavan, Bengaluru, India

Garbage Segregation.

 Segregation is important.Residents also should keep in two separate bins when BBMP comes for collection it will be easy for them.The menace of garbage should be eradicated as early as possible for better look to the Beautiful garden city.Hope BBMP will speed up this issue and already they are doing this job.

K.Ragavan

Unacceptable.

 This  is with reference to the recent Shooting incident of an employer in Qatar to his employee Haider Ali    is not only condemnable but also highly unacceptable.  Asking for leave he was punished and admitted to hospital  not able to visit his family in India.Indian embassy should act on this issue to Qatar government justice for Haider Ali as well protection for Indian workers in the future. Migrant workers in any country of all categories should be protected.People are sacrificing leaving their families to earn for their commitment should not be treated like this.To my knowledge this the first shooting incident witnessed.

Sad state of affairs in deed.

K.Ragavan

Vision of S.Gurumurthy.Political analyst.

 Stalwart and Political ,economical analyst S.Guru Murthy's prediction ,and vision may be correct in Rajinikanth's political entry.Tamil Nadu people has real affection and love for their Super hero Thalaivar action but also in real life wanted to see his action for good governance.But in politics any thing may happen even if the calculation is right.Ultimately the people have to decide next year.

K.Ragavan.

Tribute to actor Director J.K.Srinivasa Murthy 639.

 Today i am going to pen another interesting film personality from the South Indian Kannada Film Industry is none other than actor,director J.K.Srinivasa Murthy.In his forty three years  film career he has acted nearly three fundred kannada  films if i am right.I have been seeing his films from 1983 when i was working in Mysore.He directed many T.VSerials with good subjects   mainly connected withKannada poets and Philosophers is laudable.He was  introduced by late director S.Siddalingaiah if i remember correct in his movie Hemavati. Later he acted in inportant roles then acted hero with leading actors and directors is worth to mention here.He suits for any role and his dialoque delivery was very rich and impressive.I have seen few films of this stalwart,.Those films are,Keralida Simha,Hosa Belaku,Parajitha,Mane Mane Ramayana,Valmiki,Sardaara,Shivam,Kavirathna Kalidasa, Appu, and few i could n't remember.He is one of the versatile actor who made a good impact in the kannada film industry  and has his own identity.He was also bestowed few awards and Dr RajKumar  Life Time Achievement award  is  appreciable.Dedicated in Theater ,T.V.and Film Industry his journey is continuing and it should continue is my wish.I was very much admire his negative role in Sardaara,and King Bhoja along with late Doyen Rajkumar in Kavirathna Kalidasa.From 93-2009 i missed his films because i was away..Today i am very happy to tribute this Legend  not only  liked by  his fans  but also from the film fraternity.Again i am mentioning this column i am writing to my little knowledge if any error is found kindly ignore.

K.Ragavan

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Hindi word Accha is now in Cambridge dictionary.

 The Hindi Word Accha was made now in cambridge dictionary is a good news for Indians.National language word was incorporated in the dictionary is appreciable.

K.Ragavan

Corona virus India is Biggest buyerof Covid 19 Vaccines research The Hindu 6Dec

 No doubt on that.A Vast country like india needs that much for catering the needs .Despite manufacturing in India.However price structure should not be too expensive and it should be affordable for all.As Covid 19 has no discrimination for rich or poor.
K.Ragavan

India is Worth Partner.

 With all the hurdles during Covid 19 and even now India is doing it's best to manage the positive cases and safety measures in all the states is appreciable.As the Prime Minister indicated that Vaccines will come in few weeks and In the global scenario India's stand as trustworthy partner is laudable.

K.Ragavan

Super Star Rajinikanth'sDecision.

This is with reference to the recent announcement of Super star RajiniKanth    At last after much speculations the Superstar Rajini kanth is going to announce his party name and ideology soon  for the next year assembly elections in the Indian state tamil nadu is  the latest dramatic development .This time he should not disappoint his fans as well the people of tamilnadu.2021 may be his earlier desired month for plunging in to politics. His entry may take a turn in to the good old dravidian politics for decades .Whether he will join with others or himself should be cleared without further delay. This election tamil nadu  people  have to decide their administration. The ball is in Superstar's court for spelling his ambition.
K.Ragavan  

Vaccine should come early.

 Every day in Print media Vaccines are going to come shortly news was really a good one.It should come as early as possible with a affordable price structure to all.Some states shown some improvement on reduced numbers and some increasing.Vaccine is the only remedy and it should be made available as early as possible.

K.Ragavan

Letter.

 Letter Published in The National UAE On 3Dec 20 UAE is a role model for the rest of the worldIwrite in reference to the National Editorial A National Day to remember (December 2): it was heartening to read about the Government's recent announcement to introduce reforms to the Commercial Companies' law and expand its 10-year golden visa programme. They will no doubt have come as good news to existing companies, as well as to the many investors looking to enter the UAE market.These changes, along with a host of others in recent times, speak to the long-term vision of the UAE's leaders, as the country navigates choppy waters in a time of the Covid-19 pandemic. Over the years, the government has enacted important reforms but the recent changes are going to be far-reaching.As someone who once lived in the UAE, I firmly believe that this country gives you everything that is most needed for a good life. I am also of the conviction that it is a country fit to be a role model for others around the world.I wish everyone a Happy National Day.K Ragavan, Bengaluru

Letter.

 Letter Published in Gulf News UAE On 2Dec 20  On UAE NaTIONAL DAY dEC 2

UAE: The best place for business start ups

After the recent announcement of Golden Visa to 10 categories, now the UAE has announced 100 per cent ownership for the foreign nationalities (“UAE allows 100% ownership of businesses for foreign nationals from December 1, 2020”, Gulf News, November 23). It is very evident that UAE is moving ahead of times and the long term vision of its leaders is what makes the country remarkable. The existing companies will be happy with this new rule, and also many investors will enter UAE hoping to be a part of it. The country has seen drastic developments over the years, and now this new concept will also bring change. The UAE gives you everything that is most needed for a good life. This country is an idol for success and chance. In less than 50 years, the country transformed from just dunes of sands, to what it is now.

From Mr K Ragavan

Bengaluru, India