Tribute 702.

Tribute to My Late Friend Subramani. 702. Today i am going to pen another interesting personality who inspired me by his good qualities ,and soft nature is none other than my good old late friend Subramani ,known as BBS With his initial in our friend circle.It was a great shock for me when i got the message from his wife that he passed with massive heart attack last month Jan 22 at Bahrain where he was working.My family members can not for get him ,because of his nature and close association .I know him for more than 38 years from my mysore days when he was representing Serum Institute ,now known for Covishield vaccine.I have travelled with him many places and the trip we have gone along with another two friends to Baroda and Vijayawadastill in my memory.His humble and soft approach was admired me .In 2006 i visited along with our family to Muscat where he was working .The hospitality extended by him and his wife still in my memory. Last month Jan 12 he spoke to me from Mysore where he came on annual vacation .After few days he left for Bahrain and 22 he passed away .Great shock not only to our family members and his other friends.Before i conclude i Pray the almighty to give more strength and curageto his wife and only son to with stand this great shock. .Today i want to tribute this personality inspired me by his soft humble and helping nature. K.Ragavan. See You Next Week, 28-2-22. www.ragavan-creativity.blogspot.com write2ragavan.wordpress.com www,tumble.comCommonman Avatar common-man

Letter.

Ending the pandemic requires a patient public I write in reference to Patrick DeHahn's article Washington prepares for lorry convoy protest (February 23): there is undoubtedly a strong anti-government sentiment prevalent among millions of North Americans, particularly in the US but also in Canada. This sentiment has become even stronger due to Covid-19-related mandates enforced by the national governments in both countries. I can understand the frustration among many of them, for life has hardly been normal since the coronavirus outbreak in early 2020. A number of people have lost their jobs and livelihoods and are hurting very badly. That being said, everyone needs to be a little more patient as authorities slowly but surely contain the spread of the virus. Maybe it's just a matter of a few more months. In any case, I hope this particular convoy stages a peaceful protest – unlike the ones in Canada in recent weeks. K Ragavan, Bengaluru, India

Letter.

Letter Published in The National UAE on25 Feb 22 Ending the pandemic requires a patient public I write in reference to Patrick DeHahn's article Washington prepares for lorry convoy protest (February 23): there is undoubtedly a strong anti-government sentiment prevalent among millions of North Americans, particularly in the US but also in Canada. This sentiment has become even stronger due to Covid-19-related mandates enforced by the national governments in both countries. I can understand the frustration among many of them, for life has hardly been normal since the coronavirus outbreak in early 2020. A number of people have lost their jobs and livelihoods and are hurting very badly. That being said, everyone needs to be a little more patient as authorities slowly but surely contain the spread of the virus. Maybe it's just a matter of a few more months. In any case, I hope this particular convoy stages a peaceful protest – unlike the ones in Canada in recent weeks. K.Ragavan,Bengaluru,India

Ukraine attack.

The recent dramatic development of Russian President Vladimir Putin’s decision of attacking Ukraine not only condoned but also unacceptable.will the International community step in and solve the present crisis save the innocent civilians. k.Ragavan.

Tribute 701 .

Tribute to Director Puttanna Kanagal 701 Today i am going to pen another impressive Director who has created a Very big impact ,three decades back is none other then Director Puttanna Kanagal.All the four south Indian languages,Tamil,Telugu ,Kannada,Malayalam and Hindi films he has Directed is important.Today's top class actors from Kannada films was introduced by this stalwart.Late Vishnu Vardhan ,has highest regards to this Doyen.His story with social subjects,made revolution in those days is not a exaggerate one. He started his career with the Late Veteran B.R.Pantalu,and later has his own identity .Known for his Directorial touch in many films,with mass appeal.Ihave seen few films of this Doyen.Those memorable movies are ,Teacharamma,Sudarum Suravaliyum ,Irulum oliyum (Tamil),and NagaraHaavu,(kannada)Hum Paanch and Zahreela Insaan(Hindi)Are important.Crisp Dialoques,Lilting Music,and Good cinematography are more visible in his creations.Known for his creativity and presentation ,no one can deny.He hails from the place Kanagal,close to Konnanur Hassan District.Iused to pass kanagal ,when i was working in Mysore three decades back,a beautiful place.Even though this stalwart is not with us today ,his memorable movies and his smiling face is still with us.Karnataka can not for get this Gifted and talented Director.Today i am Happy to tribute this Stalwart. See You Next Week, K.Ragavan. 21-2-22

Memorable Saturday.

Memorable saturday event of Mukthafilms 60. I was happy to see all the patticipants on this 19 Saturday ,participated vey well . The subject was compatability with understanding.The Programme was organized by the old pioneer Film House Muktha films of Chennai who have completed Sixdecades was amazing. Welly organized by Maya Srinivasan, Thanga Rekha and others and this participation of me made happy . K.Ragavan. Linked In

Letter.

Letter Published in The National UAE on 18 Feb 22 Regarding Salam Al Amir's article Ajman Pupil dies after being run over by school bus (Feb 16): this was really tragic. The tiny emirate has seen much development over the decades. Traffic has increased too. It was heartbreaking to read that the bus driver drove forward without paying attention and ran over the 12-year-old. If only the driver had been a little more careful. Fleeting absent mindedness on the road can have the gravest consequences. Such incidents cannot always be anticipated but when the worst does happen, as in this case, the loss is unbearable, as in this case, for the family of little Sheikha Hassan. Whatever punishment is meted out to the driver, who could well be stricken with guilt and remorse, and regardless of compensation given to the victim's family, it won't bring the child back to her dear parents. I felt sad reading this. The emirate is where my office was situated, on a busy street, back in the days when I worked in the UAE. K Ragavan, Bengaluru, India

Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s confidence.

PM’s confidence. The confidence of Yogi Government come back to power by the Prime minister should be appreciable.Oneshould have confidence and not over confidence.PM is confident of the UP’s development and administrative developments by the CM Yogi Adityanath.No doubt voters verdict is final .Will the Delivery of Yogi Adityanath speaks in this poll? K.Ragavan. Twitter Linked in

Tribute 700.

Tribute to My Good Friend RaghuRaman. 700 Today i remembered another interesting personality whom i was associated with from 1995 till today is none other than RaghuRaman.He met me in Chennai when i was there for my holidays in september if i am right.Then he joined me as room mate from 1995 november till 1997 in Sharjah UAE where his office was situated.Before his association ,his father in law was my colleague in my pharma days at Madurai.He is not only a good friend,roommate knows my nature of keeping things ,made me more happy.He is soft ,friendly and above all very accommodative.Many of my friends coming to see me he will join with them and all liked him because of his friendly nature.Afterhis family joined with him often he invite for lunch and other occasions till my family joins in November 1997.We visited many places on holidays ,and movies which I still remember.Among the ship friendship can not be forgotten is true in my life.I have few friends of my UAE association still carries,and what ever i need there if i send message i will get prompt reply shows the value they give to me not only making more happy and still the bonding is getting stronger.Before i conclude wishing him ,his wife and Son who is studying abroad will have healthy and peaceful life in the coming days. He is one of the Successful professional executives in his company for more than two and half decades and also shows his dedication and involvement.. With Regards, K.Ragavan. See You Next Week, 14-2-22. www.ragavan-creativity.blogspot.com write2ragavan.wordpress.com www.tumblr.com Commonman

Letter.

Letter Published in The National UAE on 11 Feb 22 India needs more Adani-like stories I write in reference to Deepthi Nair's article Billionaire Gautam Adani overtakes Mukesh Ambani to become Asia’s richest person (February 8): there are those who admire him and there are those who don't, but one cannot deny that Gautam Adani is a self-made man who rose over the past three decades to head what is one of the most powerful groups of companies not just in India but, increasingly, around the world as well. For Mr Adani to become Asia’s richest man is a sign that success, irrespective of one's social and economic status, is possible in India – if one dreams big and works both hard and smart. Governments at all levels also have a role to play, by creating the incentives necessary for people to move up in life and, one day, write their own success stories. K Ragavan, Bengaluru, India

Good advice.

Good words and motive from Vice President.Tirumala temple will be receiving every day thousands of people and in holidays more .The devotee is allowed to have few seconds only ,because the temp;e authorities has to allow all.If VIP's are increasing difficult for devottees.The authorities will concentrate more on VIP's.As per the request of Vice President VIP's should visit once in a year will help the devotees . K.Ragavan.

Tribute 699.

Tribute to My Good FriendMadhuSudan699. Today I remembered another interesting personality ,whose association was more than two and half decades ago, none other than my good friend MadhuSudan .He was introduced by another good friend whom I have mentioned in last week's column By Profession he was an accountant and worked for many reputed establishments in the UAE and now settled in Bengaluru.Till today our friendship is going smoothly and he never misses any occasion in our family .Liked by all our family members and other friends Madhusudan and his wife along with his two sons and daughter in law has established a good bonding with my family is worth to mention.Apart from his knowledge in all subjects,he is more devotional to Lord Satyanarayana ,and does Poojas frequently and i was blessed to have few occasions in our home . with his discourse we can not forget..His wife was also nice and worked in a leading organization and now enjoys spending time with their grandkids.Knowledgeable,talented and acted in plays during cultural activities in the Emirates still i remember..Before i conclude wishing MadhuSudan and all family members AVery Happy and Healthy life in the coming days.Today i am very happy to tribute this Smiling,soft spoken personality. K.Ragavan See You Next Week 7-2-22 www.ragavan-creativity.blogspot.com write2ragavan.wordpress.com www.tumblr.com Commonman

Great loss.

The demise of the great versatile singer Lata Mangeshkar is a great loss to the music world. At her age of 92 the magical voice no one can deny .Millions of her fans will be missing this wonderful singer. Only on hearing her voice fans should be happy.RIP to great. Legend. K.Ragavan

Letter.

Letter Published in The National UAE on 4 Feb 22 India's budget focuses on long-term growth With regard to Rebecca Bundhun's piece India's growth-focused budget to boost economy as inflation rises (February 1): India’s budget delivered by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman received mixed reactions from industry leaders, political parties, particularly those in the opposition, and panelists in TV debates. The lack of agreement seemed to be one of the main outcomes of the budget. Salaried middle-class people’s tax slabs remain the same, which is both good and bad news. But it is regrettable that there won’t be a rise in bank interest rates for senior citizens this year either. As a senior citizen myself, I am sad about this apparent negligence towards pensioners. Countless retired people and pensioners have for decades contributed to the growth of the nation. That quibble apart, I applaud the thought given to the future of the country and its development across sectors. That the intention has been to make India a force to reckon with in the coming decades is laudable. K Ragavan, Bengaluru, India