Narendra Modi: Is he the chosen one?

Much water has flown in Narmada river before Modi came to power, much water has flown in Narmada even after he became Chief Minister of India's leading industrial state Gujarat. The difference is, this time he was able to divert the flow to those regions which need water and that's a big difference to a state that can't boast of any other river like Narmada. The predominantly arid state has long established itself as India's industrial hub, largely due to hardworking & entrepreneurial nature of Gujarat's people. But even they were not able to make much progress in agriculture, which is often touted to be backbone of India. Even in this age of technology & manufacturing, at least 50% of Indians depend on agriculture for a living. It's no wonder then Narendra Modi comes across as a great hope for many Indians, especially for farmers. He was able to show that impossible is possible, which is 10% growth in agriculture. Gujarat is able to sustain 10% growth in agriculture year after year, and that's something to be proud of for any Chief Minister, especially when you compare it to national average 3% or less. The question then is how did he manage to do that when none of the other states even with far better resources be it fertile land or year round supply of water were not able to achieve? Can others learn a thing or two from his success? Modi was successful in deploying a multi-pronged approach to uplift farmers. Uninterrupted electricity was provided by separating power lines to farmers & industries. Micro irrigation & check dams got a very big push to counter water scarcity. Contract farming proved to be a master stroke as farmers were able to sell their produce atleast an year before it reached the market. Krish Mahotsav, an exclusive event to promote networking & knowledge transfer among all the stake holders of agriculture is a massive hit. No wonder then Gujarati people want him to be their Chief Minister again and again.

Narendra Modi did't ignore industry either. Very few leaders or may be no one else in independent India was as successful promoting industry, when compared to Narendra Modi. The way he responded to Tata Nano's crisis is just an example of how fast he can react to an opportunity, and the result is Gujarat is on it's way to become a auto exports hub in the near future.

Administration skills aside, he is equally adept with politics. He knows how to get things moving. With his Sadbhavana yatra, he was able to successfully project himself as the tallest leader in BJP. Even Advani was side-lined, nobody even talks about Sushma Swaraj & Arun Jaitley now. Nitish Kumar, the Chief Minister Bihar did blow hot & cold for sometime, now. But at the moment even he seems to have realized that he can't stop Narendra Modi from becoming the top leader in BJP.

The big question everyone asking now is, Is Narendra Modi ready for the top job of this country. To Narendra Modi's fans, he looks like the chosen one, it's a nobrainer to them. But to his so-called secular dis-tractors  he is not acceptable to minorities. That's why Gujarat's elections assume lot of importance in the scene of national politics. Perhaps, this will be the most watched election in Indian politics. Both, Narendra Modi's fans & haters will be on edge. Result of this election will tell us if Narendra Modi is on his way to Delhi. Personally, I wish he is, coz I haven't seen an outstanding administrator like him in a long time.

Natural cure for Dengue fever

It could be a miracle cure for dengue. And the best part is you can make it at home.

The juice of the humble papaya leaf has been seen to arrest the destruction of platelets that has been the cause for so many deaths this dengue season. Ayurveda researchers have found that enzymes in the papaya leaf can fight a host of viral infections, not just dengue, and can help regenerate platelets and white

blood cells.

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Scores of patients have benefited from the papaya leaf juice, say doctors.

Papaya has always been known to be good for the digestive system. Due to its rich vitamin and mineral content, it is a health freak's favorite. But its dengue -fighting properties have only recently been discovered.

Cinnamon and Honey remedies for weight loss, Arthritis and other diseases

Cinnamon and Honey; Bet the drug companies won't like this one getting around.

Facts on Honey and Cinnamon: It is found that a mixture of honey and Cinnamon cures most diseases. Honey is produced in most of the countries of the world. Scientists of today also accept honey as a 'Ram Ban' (very effective) medicine for all kinds of diseases. Honey can be used without side effects for any kind of dis

eases.
Today's science says that even though honey is sweet, when it is taken in the right dosage as a medicine, it does not harm even diabetic patients. Researched by western scientists:

HEART DISEASES: Make a paste of honey and cinnamon powder, apply it on bread instead of jelly and jam and eat it regularly for breakfast. It reduces the cholesterol in the arteries and saves the patient from heart attack. Also, those who have already had an attack, when they do this process daily, they are kept miles away from the next attack. Regular use of the above process relieves loss of breath and strengthens the heart beat. In America and Canada, various nursing homes have treated patients successfully and have found that as one ages the arteries and veins lose their flexibility and get clogged; honey and cinnamon revitalize the arteries and the veins.

ARTHRITIS: Arthritis patients may take daily (morning and night) one cup of hot water with two tablespoons of honey and one small teaspoon of cinnamon powder. When taken regularly even chronic arthritis can be cured. In a recent research conducted at the Copenhagen University, it was found that when the doctors treated their patients with a mixture of one tablespoon Honey and half teaspoon Cinnamon powder before breakfast, they found that within a week (out of the 200 people so treated) practically 73 patients were totally relieved of pain -- and within a month, most all the patients who could not walk or move around because of arthritis now started walking without pain.

BLADDER INFECTIONS: Take two tablespoons of cinnamon powder and one teaspoon of honey in a glass of lukewarm water and drink it. It destroys the germs in the bladder.

CHOLESTEROL: Two tablespoons of honey and three teaspoons of Cinnamon Powder mixed in 16 ounces of tea water given to a cholesterol patient was found to reduce the level of cholesterol in the blood by 10 percent within two hours. As mentioned for arthritic patients, when taken three times a day, any chronic cholesterol is cured. According to information received in the said Journal, pure honey taken with food daily relieves complaints of cholesterol.

COLDS: Those suffering from common or severe colds should take one tablespoon lukewarm honey with 1/4 spoon cinnamon powder daily for three days. This process will cure most chronic cough, cold, and, clear the sinuses.

UPSET STOMACH: Honey taken with cinnamon powder cures stomach ache and also clears stomach ulcers from its root.
GAS: According to the studies done in India and Japan, it is revealed that when Honey is taken with cinnamon powder the stomach is relieved of gas.

IMMUNE SYSTEM: Daily use of honey and cinnamon powder strengthens the immune system and protects the body from bacterial and viral attacks. Scientists have found that honey has various vitamins and iron in large amounts. Constant use of Honey strengthens the white blood corpuscles (where DNA is contained) to fight bacterial and viral diseases.

INDIGESTION: Cinnamon powder sprinkled on two tablespoons of honey taken before food is eaten relieves acidity and digests the heaviest of meals

INFLUENZA: A scientist in Spain has proved that honey contains a natural 'Ingredient' which kills the influenza germs and saves the patient from flu.

LONGEVITY: Tea made with honey and cinnamon powder, when taken regularly, arrests the ravages of old age. Use four teaspoons of honey, one teaspoon of cinnamon powder, and three cups of boiling water to make a tea. Drink 1/4 cup, three to four times a day. It keeps the skin fresh and soft and arrests old age. Life spans increase and even a 100 year old will start performing the chores of a 20-year-old.

RASPY OR SORE THROAT: When throat has a tickle or is raspy, take one tablespoon of honey and sip until gone. Repeat every three hours until throat is without symptoms.

PIMPLES: Three tablespoons of honey and one teaspoon of cinnamon powder paste. Apply this paste on the pimples before sleeping and wash it off the next morning with warm water. When done daily for two weeks, it removes all pimples from the root.

SKIN INFECTIONS:Applying honey and cinnamon powder in equal parts on the affected parts cures eczema, ringworm and all types of skin Infections.

WEIGHT LOSS:Daily in the morning one half hour before breakfast and on an empty stomach, and at night before sleeping, drink honey and cinnamon powder boiled in one cup of water. When taken regularly, it reduces the weight of even the most obese person. Also, drinking this mixture regularly does not allow the fat to accumulate in the body even though the person may eat a high calorie diet.

CANCER: Recent research in Japan and Australia has revealed that advanced cancer of the stomach and bones have been cured successfully. Patients suffering from these kinds of cancer should daily take one tablespoon of honey with one teaspoon of cinnamon powder three times a day for one month.

FATIGUE: Recent studies have shown that the sugar content of honey is more helpful rather than being detrimental to the strength of the body. Senior citizens who take honey and cinnamon powder in equal parts are more alert and flexible. Dr. Milton, who has done research, says that a half tablespoon of honey taken in a glass of water and sprinkled with cinnamon powder, even when the vitality of the body starts to decrease, when taken daily after brushing and in the afternoon at about 3:00 P.M., the vitality of the body increases within a week.

BAD BREATH: People of South America, gargle with one teaspoon of honey and cinnamon powder mixed in hot water first thing in the morning so their breath stays fresh throughout the day.

HEARING LOSS: Daily morning and night honey and cinnamon powder, taken in equal parts restores hearing. Remember when we were kids? We had toast with real butter and cinnamon sprinkled on it!

India says welcome to Walmart, Tesco et al.

When the going gets tough, India just dishes out couple of reforms to disrupt the slowdown!!
 Yes, that's exactly what happened today. Indian govt. came out with a welcome note to MNC's like Walmart, Tesco to come and set up shop in India. The announcement of cabinet note, that allows 51% FDI in multi brand retail & 100% FDI in single brand retail means, MNC's like Walmart, Tesco stand a chance to compete for $450 billion retail market of India. That's not all, it's poised to double in just about a decade to $900 billion by 2020. I would say, the day is not far, when it would sound more like $2 trillion, hopefully by 2025. This is an excellent opportunity for MNC's who are struggling with slow down in their home markets.

India's growth story so far has been led by it's consumption. So, this move is very well thought out to attract FDI, which is going to help India build it's cold chain logistics, which will support farmers. It's going to result in a better deal to farmers, who are currently being squeezed by middle-men.

But, it appears that India missed a chance to time this move well. Had this been 2008, MNC's would have reacted exceptionally well to this announcement, but this is 2011. Eurozone crisis, talk of double dip recession in US, possible slow down in China and the possibility of property bubble in China do make them think long and hard before making a move. That means, even Indian markets would have to wait for a while before turning bullish on retail companies. All in all, there is a lot to cheer about this move.

Duke 200 to nuke the competition

Yes, you read it correctly. Duke 200, a product out of Bajaj's collaboration with KTM is going to say hello to Indian bikers this December. If it is specs you are after, then let me warn you they are incredible to say the least. Follow the jump:

http://www.ktm.com/gb/naked-bike/200-duke.html

With dry weight tipping the scales at 126kg and with loads of torque (20NM) coming early @ 6800 rpm, this sure is going to be lot of fun in corners. Looking at the combo 25bhp/20NM/126kg dry weight, competition better be worried. Indian market at the moment has only ZMR, R15 & CBR 250. To be frank Duke 200's specs look intimidating in the face of competition. ZMR clearly doesn't stand a chance with it's archaic engine coupled to FI. Even the impressive R15 will be outgunned by Duke 200's brute power, while CBR250 looks too heavy(almost 170kg) to keep up with Duke 200 from the specs. I'm beginning to wonder, are we looking at a true blue performance machine in the indian biking scene after RD350. Perhaps, Duke 200 will be as quick as RD350/Ninja 250 in quarter mile runs. That sounds like a mouthwatering prospect for indian bikers.

Working from Home??

Huh.. the great recession in United States of America was good for one thing!! surprised.. you get no points for guessing what the topic is. Of course it's working from home, now I don't know how real it is.. but i'm sure many of you would have already seen numerous links pointing to it. Some of them might be working.. some not so lucky!! why... the obvious hurdle of pay me so much to register before you proceed with the job, yeah that's right "there is no free lunch" remember :) These days i'm so curious to know how it works.. of course who wouldn't want to make a quick & easy buck!! but so far no luck.. besides being on a work visa in United states i'm afraid that i'm not eligible for these kind of jobs. So there goes my quest for easy buck..  fingers crossed, hope it works out. There might be a way after all :)