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by chandrasekaran
19 Nov 2016 21:41
Forum: Science, Economics & Technology Forum
Topic: Currency Demonetisation and Future course of Indian Economy
Replies: 7884
Views: 1482843

Re: Currency Demonetisation and Future course of Indian Economy

Apologies for the double post here - I have posted the same to the judiciary thread as well. A hypothetical question to the legal gurus. What happens if the SC stays the de-monetization drive ? From the courtroom dealings, as reported by the press, its very clear that the arguments are focussed main...
by chandrasekaran
17 Nov 2016 19:03
Forum: Science, Economics & Technology Forum
Topic: Currency Demonetisation and Future course of Indian Economy
Replies: 7884
Views: 1482843

Re: Currency Demonetisation and Future course of Indian Economy

The risk that NM runs with this grand scheme is that even those who are supporting him will turn against him if liquidity crunch doesn't improve in next couple of weeks in the short run and if there is no impact of this exercise on common man in the long run like corruption going down, better gover...
by chandrasekaran
16 Nov 2016 16:46
Forum: Science, Economics & Technology Forum
Topic: Currency Demonetisation and Future course of Indian Economy
Replies: 7884
Views: 1482843

Re: Currency Demonetisation and Future course of Indian Economy

Just came back from my bank. Went there to withdraw cash for sundry items. ATM was not working. There was a small queue to deposit and 3 or 4 people like me, who were seated waiting for the teller to announce our name. Two members of the peaceful community, no bath, white pajama till ankle level, no...
by chandrasekaran
15 Nov 2016 19:01
Forum: Science, Economics & Technology Forum
Topic: Currency Demonetisation and Future course of Indian Economy
Replies: 7884
Views: 1482843

Re: Currency Demonetisation and Future course of Indian Economy

UP govt. can accept the stamp duty and registration fees in these notes, typically 8% of the transaction value, but the IT department can easily correlate the guideline value to the transaction value ?
by chandrasekaran
15 Nov 2016 14:10
Forum: Science, Economics & Technology Forum
Topic: Currency Demonetisation and Future course of Indian Economy
Replies: 7884
Views: 1482843

Re: Currency Demonetisation and Future course of Indian Economy

No Stay from SC. Posted the matter for further hearing on Nov 25. As expected kapil Sibal appeared for the petitioner :rotfl:
by chandrasekaran
10 Nov 2016 21:14
Forum: Science, Economics & Technology Forum
Topic: Currency Demonetisation and Future course of Indian Economy
Replies: 7884
Views: 1482843

Re: Currency Demonitisation and Future course of Indian Economy

In the mean while.. SC to hear plea against demonetisation next week Any clue on how this would end? Are there any legal routes like ordinances/acts which needs to be promulgated before de-notifying a denomination of currency? I don't think Modi & co have missed on these steps if I am to believ...
by chandrasekaran
10 Nov 2016 13:16
Forum: Science, Economics & Technology Forum
Topic: Currency Demonetisation and Future course of Indian Economy
Replies: 7884
Views: 1482843

Re: Currency Demonitisation and Future course of Indian Economy

I don't think prosecution is Modi's intent. Its simply impossible given the numbers involved. He would be quite happy and content with #1. The money coming into the banking system, which by itself is HUGE #2. Catch the biggest top 10 fishes (I am sure 7-8 will belong to Congoons + their coitre) and ...
by chandrasekaran
29 Sep 2016 17:54
Forum: Military Issues & History Forum
Topic: Army strikes terror camps in PoK
Replies: 2258
Views: 501993

Re: India's Retaliation Options to significant terrorist strikes

good to see politicians despite their differences coming together for once to support our nations security. they surely sensed public mood and fell in line. That's because of the operational success that has been achieved. Congi would have played a different tune, if God forbid, one of our boys got...
by chandrasekaran
29 Sep 2016 17:16
Forum: Military Issues & History Forum
Topic: Army strikes terror camps in PoK
Replies: 2258
Views: 501993

Re: India's Retaliation Options to significant terrorist strikes

My Apologies and shaashtanga pranams to Shri NaMo, Shri Manohar Parikkar and to this government.
by chandrasekaran
19 Sep 2016 15:15
Forum: Trash Can Archive
Topic: Terror Attack At Army Camp In Jammu And Kashmir's Uri
Replies: 666
Views: 144773

Re: Terror Attack At Army Camp In Jammu And Kashmir's Uri

within the limits of their financial and soft power, russians have been quite ruthless in defending their vital interests. creaky gear like old BMTC buses is delivering deadly strikes daily in syria. its india who is the perennial guy who punches way below our weight, completely risk averse and pro...
by chandrasekaran
18 Sep 2016 22:23
Forum: Trash Can Archive
Topic: Terror Attack At Army Camp In Jammu And Kashmir's Uri
Replies: 666
Views: 144773

Re: Terror Attack At Army Camp In Jammu And Kashmir's Uri

Is this guy for real ? The top most minister in the cabinet ? India will intensify efforts to isolate Pakistan internationally :eek: :oops: http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/India-will-intensify-efforts-to-isolate-Pakistan-internationally-says-Arun-Jaitley-after-Uri-attack/articleshow/5439481...
by chandrasekaran
18 Sep 2016 22:17
Forum: Trash Can Archive
Topic: Terror Attack At Army Camp In Jammu And Kashmir's Uri
Replies: 666
Views: 144773

Re: Terror Attack At Army Camp In Jammu And Kashmir's Uri

Singha wrote:24 hrs window is nearly over

Nothing as usual

I will lock this thread tomorrow after any stragglers have vented here
And I humbly request that the "Modi Achievements" thread be closed as well.
by chandrasekaran
18 Sep 2016 20:35
Forum: Trash Can Archive
Topic: Terror Attack At Army Camp In Jammu And Kashmir's Uri
Replies: 666
Views: 144773

Re: Terror Attack At Army Camp In Jammu And Kashmir's Uri

The tamasha has started... Give actionable intelligence! So I believe dossier is being prepared.

http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/indi ... 394359.cms
by chandrasekaran
18 Sep 2016 14:31
Forum: Trash Can Archive
Topic: Terror Attack At Army Camp In Jammu And Kashmir's Uri
Replies: 666
Views: 144773

Re: Terror Attack At Army Camp In Jammu And Kashmir's Uri

This is ALL OUT WAR and our response be for that. Damn with building deeper assets, Baloch etc. We need MASSIVE RETALIATION TODAY! We have very little window for a massive disproportionate retaliation before the big brothers restrain us. I hope NM lives up to this challenge
by chandrasekaran
14 Sep 2016 13:40
Forum: Science, Economics & Technology Forum
Topic: South India River Water Issues/Disputes
Replies: 1213
Views: 186866

Re: South India River Water Issues/Disputes

csubash wrote:From chetak, chandrasekaran, vina & yagnasri's post above , it looks as if the violence against TN & Tamils properties deserve this as TN seems to have exploited Cauvery & Karnataka from time immemorial
:roll: Please stop misrepresenting others.
by chandrasekaran
14 Sep 2016 08:16
Forum: Science, Economics & Technology Forum
Topic: South India River Water Issues/Disputes
Replies: 1213
Views: 186866

Re: South India River Water Issues/Disputes

TN in general is a recipient of natural resources, especially water. Their record when they are providers, of the same cauvery water to the farmers of Karaikal (Pondy) is dismal . IMHO violence on the TN side is less because at the end of the day they are getting the water they wanted. No one would ...
by chandrasekaran
09 Sep 2016 08:55
Forum: Trash Can Archive
Topic: Indian Economy News & Discussion - Aug 26 2015
Replies: 4573
Views: 1104054

Re: Indian Economy News & Discussion - Aug 26 2015

Hopefully GSTN will not hit a road block - Swamy has been raising a red flag on it for a while.
by chandrasekaran
29 Aug 2016 07:05
Forum: Military Issues & History Forum
Topic: Discussion on Indian Special Forces
Replies: 4246
Views: 1222001

Re: Discussion on Indian Special Forces

^^ Is a 100 km march really doable by a really determined human if he applies his mind? Am asking since in the video, all the trainees make it through the 100 km march without even 1 dropping out!! :eek: :eek: These are no ordinary humans :) Remember these guys finished a 36 hour non-stop stress co...
by chandrasekaran
24 Aug 2016 11:25
Forum: Science, Economics & Technology Forum
Topic: Indian Railways Thread (Dec 2015)
Replies: 4795
Views: 1563147

Re: Indian Railways Thread (Dec 2015)

Before making A/c coaches the default, IR should first ensure that only bonafide passengers board a coach. All the sleeper/second class sitting coaches have swathes of people sitting or standing everywhere including the (in)famous SRMU badged folks who consider its their birth right to board any coa...
by chandrasekaran
24 Jun 2016 12:05
Forum: Trash Can Archive
Topic: Indian Economy News & Discussion - Aug 26 2015
Replies: 4573
Views: 1104054

Re: Indian Economy News & Discussion - Aug 26 2015

http://economictimes.indiatimes.com/new ... 895918.cms

Doesn't read anything like what Vina has posted. Just wanted to call this out. Thats all.
by chandrasekaran
21 Jun 2016 15:02
Forum: Trash Can Archive
Topic: Indian Economy News & Discussion - Aug 26 2015
Replies: 4573
Views: 1104054

Re: Indian Economy News & Discussion - Aug 26 2015

What was RRR doing when the ED sent a letter asking for specific information on Nov 2014 ? If you sit tight no wonder "attack dog" pounce on you :)
by chandrasekaran
09 Mar 2016 15:58
Forum: Trash Can Archive
Topic: Indian Economy News & Discussion - Aug 26 2015
Replies: 4573
Views: 1104054

Re: Indian Economy News & Discussion - Aug 26 2015

Mallaya left India - for good ? Or is that a visiting trip ?

http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/busi ... 327881.cms
by chandrasekaran
02 Mar 2016 16:10
Forum: Science, Economics & Technology Forum
Topic: Budget 2016 - news & discussions
Replies: 251
Views: 39540

Re: Budget 2016 - news & discussions

Every one of that "innovative things in the name of CTC" is either covered by FBT or IT already. Middle class is at the paying end of "undocumented services" - for two reasons. The service tax burden is shifted to the "paying end" - No one says, I shall provide you serv...
by chandrasekaran
02 Mar 2016 15:40
Forum: Science, Economics & Technology Forum
Topic: Budget 2016 - news & discussions
Replies: 251
Views: 39540

Re: Budget 2016 - news & discussions

This so called "massive underhand dealings in the service sector via medical bills, LTA and inventive breakup of salary to hoodwink tax authorities." is peanuts compared to what Singha pointed out. Medical bills get a tax relief of 5k at best. Now compare what a neighborhood doctor charges...
by chandrasekaran
19 Jan 2016 11:26
Forum: Science, Economics & Technology Forum
Topic: Indian Tourism: News & Discussion
Replies: 379
Views: 127420

Re: Indian Tourism: News & Discussion

Visit Gangtok. Fly to Siliguri or to Calcutta and from there take a train (overnight). I went there 5 years back - but back then it wasn't too crowded but had all the facilities. I don't think there are enough places in Gangtok itself to justify a 5 day stay, but you can combine it with either Darje...
by chandrasekaran
06 Jan 2016 07:24
Forum: Military Issues & History Forum
Topic: Pathankot AirForce base under attack
Replies: 1213
Views: 177198

Re: Pathankot AirForce base under attack

http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/Pathankot-terror-attack-Jihadis-made-dry-runs-at-Pakistani-air-base-intelligence-sources-say/articleshow/50461180.cms <quote> The specific details came amid speculation that Indian security forces may have captured alive at least one of the fidayeen raider or...
by chandrasekaran
04 Jan 2016 06:31
Forum: Military Issues & History Forum
Topic: Pathankot AirForce base under attack
Replies: 1213
Views: 177198

Re: Pathankot AirForce base under attack

The need of the hour is overt military operation - not covert - which actually IS seen as act of war, both by the pigs and their western handlers
by chandrasekaran
03 Jan 2016 21:53
Forum: Military Issues & History Forum
Topic: Pathankot AirForce base under attack
Replies: 1213
Views: 177198

Re: Pathankot AirForce base under attack

Narendra Modi government has to retaliate and OVERTLY at that. Some thing just doesn't add up - Modi's public behavior on this is very confusing - first "enemies of humanity" or then talks about Yoga :eek: I for one expected him to cancel all public functions and return to Delhi asap. Quit...
by chandrasekaran
25 Sep 2015 21:32
Forum: Trash Can Archive
Topic: Indian Economy News & Discussion - Aug 26 2015
Replies: 4573
Views: 1104054

Re: Indian Economy News & Discussion - Aug 26 2015

Divesting BSNL has no link to the points you made. It can be done tomorrow if GOI is up to it... ..at which point it will probably go belly up the next day.... And pray tell me what would happen the day after ? You can't complain about the pace at which things are moving while completely ignoring t...
by chandrasekaran
25 Sep 2015 18:33
Forum: Trash Can Archive
Topic: Indian Economy News & Discussion - Aug 26 2015
Replies: 4573
Views: 1104054

Re: Indian Economy News & Discussion - Aug 26 2015

I am no economic expert, but I still believe the government is trying to do its best *given* the circumstances. To recap #1. Parties which just have 44 or 18 MP's call the shots today and openly proclaim that they would not let any legislation to pass. #2. Banking sector burdened with lakhs of crore...
by chandrasekaran
28 Jul 2015 07:15
Forum: History & Current Affairs Archive
Topic: Abdul Kalam passes away Oct 15, 1931 - July 27, 2015
Replies: 222
Views: 87554

Re: Abdul Kalam passes away Oct 15, 1931 - July 27, 2015

Please watch this, preferably with your children - though this is in Tamil, has very nice sub-titles. Can assure that its one of the best 25 minutes you will spend. Striking simplicity and humility
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WY_oMRu-tIE
by chandrasekaran
27 Jul 2015 20:15
Forum: History & Current Affairs Archive
Topic: Abdul Kalam passes away Oct 15, 1931 - July 27, 2015
Replies: 222
Views: 87554

Re: Abdul Kalam passes away Oct 15, 1931 - July 27, 2015

I want a befitting memorial to be made right at the heart of Delhi!
by chandrasekaran
05 Jul 2015 11:12
Forum: Trash Can Archive
Topic: Indian Railways Thread
Replies: 3937
Views: 738527

Re: Indian Railways Thread

it has to butt-brains that would build under-passes without proper drainage system. I recall the time when there was a cyclone in Madras. I was driving a scooter and needed to get to the other side of the railway line at the Loyola college subway in Numgambakkam. Stranded on this for the whole nigh...
by chandrasekaran
26 Jun 2014 21:02
Forum: Trash Can Archive
Topic: Phone, Tablet and Gizmo Thread #0x02
Replies: 8048
Views: 757036

Re: Phone, Tablet and Gizmo Thread #0x02

:rotfl: Any YumBeeAye with his ear to the ground would also know that Sammy has been slowly but surely creating its own services and app store ecosystem for the past couple of years. I can't speak for others, but had a samsung phone and have used their app store. Its a poor me too effort, pathetic ...
by chandrasekaran
26 Jun 2014 20:42
Forum: Trash Can Archive
Topic: Phone, Tablet and Gizmo Thread #0x02
Replies: 8048
Views: 757036

Re: Phone, Tablet and Gizmo Thread #0x02

I think its not about google making money out of Android. Google monetizes the treasure trove of data about everything under the planet. For this to continue, they will need more and more of this to keep flowing in and the ability to feed this back effectively to the end user. Both Android and Chrom...
by chandrasekaran
26 Jun 2014 19:44
Forum: Trash Can Archive
Topic: Phone, Tablet and Gizmo Thread #0x02
Replies: 8048
Views: 757036

Re: Phone, Tablet and Gizmo Thread #0x02

Well you could say that. I shall eventually use what I believe makes my life easier :)
by chandrasekaran
26 Jun 2014 17:23
Forum: Trash Can Archive
Topic: Phone, Tablet and Gizmo Thread #0x02
Replies: 8048
Views: 757036

Re: Phone, Tablet and Gizmo Thread #0x02

Search, location services, email, Navigation/maps, online storage, office apps, Google+. What I like about Google is they try to provide use all these , consolidate and push information to you that makes a lot of sense at a particular point in time (hence the "now"]. Examples: I bought a b...
by chandrasekaran
26 Jun 2014 16:19
Forum: Trash Can Archive
Topic: Phone, Tablet and Gizmo Thread #0x02
Replies: 8048
Views: 757036

Re: Phone, Tablet and Gizmo Thread #0x02

If Amazon had considered WebOS earlier, we might have seen a grand alliance of Amazon, LG, HP, and finally, Sammy by now. Considered and dropped. Guess what, they'll have to figure out the alternative. And my guess is GB will also be part of this cabal. Might be WAYYYYYY off, but there is a big big...