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A rticle Published in The Gulf Today Uae on 8Feb 14  (336)

Tot’s noble thought

A few days ago, I had occasion to pay a routine visit to a friend’s place. After a welcome cup of tea and the usual parleys, his grandson who had returned from school, entered the room we were seated in and dutifully greeted me.

He then went on to say to his grandfather: “Grandpa, I’ve given the books and pencils to that school.” I was keen to know why the lad was giving books to another school. My friend explained that his grandson had been saving a portion of his pocket money in a small box, and each time, after accumulating a decent sum, he was using the saved money to purchase books and pencils for distribution among needy children in a nearby government school. 

This he had been doing for a year or so. My friend went on to tell me what prompted his grandson to do what he was doing. “Our servant’s son is studying in that school and once, when he happened to visit that school, he was taken aback by the lack of proper infrastructure and facilities the children had to contend with.

 That day itself, he made up his mind to do something about it. Ever since, he has been contributing his mite to their cause. I was absolutely thrilled to learn of a student in only the third grade undertaking to do what many adults have never even thought of doing. As I took leave of my friend, I patted the boy and gave him my blessings for his noble act.
K. Ragavan

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Letter Published in The New Indian Express Bangalore India on 5Feb 14 City Express issue
MY CITY M Y TAKE
KEA OFFICER ISSUES ILLEGALNOTIFICATION
SAD STATE OF AFFAIRS
This incident is highly condemnable.People can not act like this with out any one's support.The authorities concerned should have vigilance on officers  as well students periodically.All these years education department was not involved in corruption.Now every where corruption reflects.This issue should be tackled immediately.
Ragavan Krishnamachary

Life is Beautiful 202.

Ram was  so happy to hear the sweet voice of Vasanthy.Many people have got the sweet voice and Modulation  irrespective of their age.Ram and Vasanthy has got this gifted voice is true.Both like the  voices of  actors Amitabbachan, Shatrugun Sinha,Om Puri, RazaMurad, and late Wonderful actor Amrish Puri.
Ram.Vasanthy i am Ram  wishing you a Very Happy and Healthy New year .
Vasanthy.Same to you.I hope this year  may change our life.
Ram.I also wish. How are you.
Vasanthy.I am fine. Kathambari  told me about your today's programme.Profession is first. In fact i wanted to call you and congratulate about your Company's ratings by Merc.To day morning i saw the news in The National.
Ram.What a coincide i wanted to tell Kathambari about this.That was the reason i called.
Vasanthy.Any way i am happy to hear your sweet voice.I remember our first meeting we  discussed few actors wonderful voice.
Ram.How can i forget those beautiful days.
Vasanthy.True.
By that time Kathambari came from the third floor.
Mummy,whois on the line.
Vasanthy.Ram wanted to convey to you  that your company has got best ratings from Merc.Iwill give it to you talk to him.
Kathambari.Is  it I am thrilled to hear this news on the new year.Did Atkinson knows this.
Ram.I tried to contact him but his mobile was switched off.
At that time Katham bari's phone was ringing
(to be continued)
K.Ragavan.
See You Next Week,
4-2-14.

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UAE is best place for building jobs

Arabtec in Dh22bn contract to build 37 new towers in Dubai and Abu Dhabi (February 23) was interesting to read.

It’s laudable that the capital will get 28 new towers, not just to improve its appearance but also to create jobs for 10,000 people.

This is a clear indication that the UAE has overcome the world financial crisis and will retain its position as the region’s best hub for international employment opportunities.

Kudos to Abu Dhabi.

K Ragavan, India

Tribute to CinematoGrapher RamaChandra Babu 284.

Today i am going to pen another interesting film personality from South is none other than Cinematographer Ramachandra Babu.Even though he hails from tamil nadu he worked with four languages films and won many awards from Malayalam film industry is highly Commandable.Studied in the famous Pune film institute for cinematography and worked with famous Directors like M.T.Vasudevan nair,  I.V.Sasi Mani Ratnam and many others.Known for his brilliant shots and made a big impact in Dweep his first Colur film  won the award for  Cinematography.Followed by this few more Malayalam movies he won awards is worth to be mentioned here.Apart from this four languages he worked in English and Arabic language is important.He has also worked   many prominent positions in various committees is important. Even though he has huge films to his credit i have seen few memorable  films of this Doyen.Those films are,Agraharathil Kazuthai,OreVanam Ore Bhoomi,Allavudinum Arputha Vilakum,Chamaram (Malayalam)Paadum Vanam Badi,Pagal Nilavu,and Mandira Punnagai.One of the few technicians with high back ground respected from the film fraternity. Incidently he studied from Layola College were many prominent personalities produced. Today i am very happy to tribute this Stalwart
K.Ragavan.
See You Next Week
3-2-14.
www.ragavan-creativity.blogspot.com

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Letter Published in The National Uae on 2Feb 14

Gandhi's remarks dis appointingI enjoyed reading the news report Rahul Gandhi presents a poor case for Congress in TV interview (January 28).

While answering questions to the anchor of the Times Now television channel, Rahul Gandhi said that the Gujarat government was responsible for 2002 riots and Narendra Modi’s administration did not do enough to end the communal violence.

He also said that the 1984 riots during the Congress’s reign was a natural consequence and no one can be blamed for it.

This is the first time Mr Gandhi has opened his mouth and when he did, he blamed Mr Modi, who has been given a clean chit by the court over the Gujarat riots. Mr Gandhi’s statements were of little help to the Congress.

K Ragavan, India

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Letter Published in The New Indian Express India on 1Feb 14
Akhilesh's Claim
Akhilesh's one year comparison with gujarat was nothing but a laughing fact.UP has seen only freebies,corruption and entertainment and above all  a couple of riots in one year.But Gujarat people have seen progress in infrastructure like roads,water ,electricity,and above all a good environment  for trade.From the beginning Gujarat has witnessed development.That UP has to go a long way is a fact.
K.Ragavan
Bangalore