WHY CRICKET BOOM IN INDIA?

Cricket is undoubtedly the most famous sport famous sport in India. The boom of this game in the hearts of Indians was very rapid. Indian fields got transformed into cricket ground. Rather different from hockey which was once the greatest game in India, cricket was able to gain extreme popularity in every nook and corner of all Indian villages. The rules of this ‘bat and ball game’ are an essay able topic for every chap in this country.

Cricket is believed to have originated from the leisure time activities of Shepherds of northern England. As the time rolled out, there came a lot of rules and changes in the game and is now known as ‘The Cricket’. Cricket was introduced in India during the colonialization period of the British. Though the British showed footballing it couldn’t gain much popularity as that of cricket. Then what made cricket boom in India..?

The most important reason for the popularity of this sport is undoubtedly the winning of the 1983 cricket world cup by the Kapil’s Devils. The surprising victory of a below average team against the former world cup champions (West Indians) supercharged the spirit of Indian cricket. The dailies throughout the world enjoyed the incredible victory. People began to see India as a growing super power in cricket.

The formation of ‘Asian Cricket Board’ after the world cup victory also helped cricket in India. The Indian camp had to face many difficulties during the world cup tour. This triggered the then BCCI (Board for Control of Cricket in India) members to take an initiative to form the Asian Cricket Board. This united the cricket of Asian countries like India, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, Pakistan etc. The newly formed board enabled the Indian cricket to express their voice and acquire their rights.

The vast amount of money the BCCI made through advertizing also helped the growth of Indian cricket. The players got big salaries apart from the achievements they made individually and their standard of living was lifted to a higher level. Rather than becoming a sport cricket became a business as an effect of this.

The names such as Dawood Ibrahim was very important once in Indian cricket. Money flooded in the cricket fields like anything due to gambling and other third rated activities. Though this remains as a black mark, it helped in the growth of cricket up to a large fraction.

Another important reason is the coming up of world class cricketers like the Fabulous Five – Sachin Tendulkar, Saurav Ganguly, VVS Laxman, Rahul Dravid and Anil Kumble. These players of impeccable records are also among the top class cricketers of all time. They inspired the whole cricketing world and was always epitomes in field as well as in life.

The galleries which were once empty got filled up. The overpopulated audience also helped in the performance of players and also brought huge money.

Cricket academies like the National School of Cricket, MRF Pace foundation, Cricket India Academy etc, helped in developing good cricketers through high quality coaching and use of modern equipment and facilities. Rather than becoming a part time cricketer these institutions provided the talented, a career of vast opportunities.

Definitely the ‘Men in Blue’ has inspired as a lot during the last thirty years of cricketing. The game once played by the privileged class of the society has now become the game of all, the game of common man.

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PERSON OF THE DAY-JAN 21- SANTHANAM

We as malayalees have always found the Tamil comedies difficult to get digested.. But Santhanam was different.. He was unique in his style and attitude and has found a place in our hearts..

Santhanam (born 21 January 1980) is an Indian film actor who has predominantly appeared in Tamil films as a comedian. Beginning his career as a comedian on television shows, he rose to fame through his performances in Vijay TV's Lollu Sabhaenacting the lead role in spoofs of Tamil films.

 He was subsequently given a chance by actor Silambarasan to feature in a supporting role in Manmadhan (2004) and then was signed on to appear in a host of films, notably winning good reviews for his work in Sachien (2005) and Polladhavan (2007). He appeared in an one-off leading role in Shankar's production Arai En 305-il Kadavul (2008) and subsequently became a staple feature as a comedian in successful Tamil films during the period, with his market popularity helping stuck films find distributors. Santhanam has also had embarked on collaborations with directors including gaining positive reviews for his work in M. Rajesh's comic trilogy of Siva Manasula Sakthi (2009), Boss Engira Bhaskaran (2010) and Oru Kal Oru Kannadi (2012), winning the Vijay Award for Best Comedian for each one. He has also repeatedly collaborated in the films of A. L. Vijay, Siva and Sundar C as well as in films featuring Silambarasan, Arya and Udhayanidhi Stalin.

He has won numerous award as both comedian and supporting actor..

Won

Vijay Award for Best Comedian for Siva Manasula Sakthi (2009)
Vijay Award for Best Comedian for Boss Engira Bhaskaran (2010)
Edison Award for Best Comedian for Boss Engira Bhaskaran (2010)
Vijay Award for Best Comedian for Siruthai (2011)
SIIMA Award for Best Comedian for Vaanam (2011)
Vijay Award for Best Comedian for Oru Kal Oru Kannadi (2012)
Vijay Award for Best Comedian for Theeya Velai Seiyyanum Kumaru (2013)


Nominated

Filmfare Award for Best Supporting Actor – Tamil for Boss Engira Bhaskaran (2010)
Filmfare Award for Best Supporting Actor – Tamil for Siruthai (2011)
Filmfare Award for Best Supporting Actor – Tamil for Deiva Thirumagal (2011)
SIIMA Award for Best Comedian for Oru Kal Oru Kannadi 2012

He is a part of the latest hit I,staring Vikram.. We are expecting more from him... Lets hope he continue with his work and provide us with more good movies...

take care...

PERSON OF THE DAY-JAN 20-ZENOBE GRAMME

We thought of introducing this section to give tribute to famous personalities who have changed and are changing the coarse of world and to introduce those who are not known to a majority of our audience. So, today we thought of talking about Zenobe Gramme, a fantastic engineer of past(ourselves being enginnering). It was on this day in 1901,the great man had gone for ever.

Gramme was born at Jehay-Bodegnee on 4 April, 1826. He caught his place in the history through his famous invention The Gramme Machine(also known as Gramme ring, Gramme magneto or Gramme dynamo) which was an electric generator that produces direct current. It was the first generator to produce electricity on a commercial scale for industries.

Gramme Machine

WHY GO HOMOPHOBIC???

"BEING DIFFERENT IS NOT UNNATURAL"

Homosexual intercourse is a uni-sexual offense under the section 377 of the Indian Penal Code since 1860. Mental, physical emotional and  economic violence against LGBT (Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Trans) community in India prevails. In NAZ foundation v. Govt of NCT of Delhi in 2009, the Delhi High Court ruled section 377 and other legal prohibitions against private, adult, consensual and non commercial same-sex conduct to be in direct violation of fundamental rights provided by the Indian Constitution. However, the Supreme Court overturned the judgement on 11 December 2013 and upheld the primary of section 377.

According to the court, even if its consensual and done in private between adults, the 'crime' will attract a maximum punishment of life imprisonment.

The verdict ignites protests all over the country. Many human rights groups expressed worries that this would  render homosexual couples vulnerable to police harassment. They day that the SC's ruling is a disappointing setback to human dignity and the basic right to privacy and non-discrimination.

We have seen that various religious organisations have come forward to protest against the High Court verdict. Homosexuality is considered as a sin by most of the religions. But they fail to show any evidences to support their arguments. They couldn't find it in their religious text..

So my question here is,should we be homophobis? What is wrong in being a homo? Sexual desires differ from person to person.  LGBTs are just different from us. According to studies more than 1500 species shows homosexual behavior. In that case,how on the earth can it be unnatural??!!

Hindu views on homosexuality and in general LDBT issues are diverse and different Hindu groups have different opinions, There are various Hindu text or stories deals homosexuality and is portrayed as natural and acceptable. There are several Hindu temples which have carvings that depict both men and women engaging in homosex. Shikhandi plays an important role in Mahabharata. Hijras,alis etc.. are considered as a good omen by various people in India.

While talking about Christianity the condition is almost similar. Within Christianity there are a variety of views on the issues of sexual orientation and homosexuality. A few interpreters argue that the Bible condemn homosexuality pointing out the story of destruction of Sodom and Gomorroh(two cities believed to be destroyed by god due to homosexual behavior of it's people). But other interpreters however maintain that the bible does not condemn homosex.

Homosexuality is considered as a punishable offense and a sin by Islam. Still, homo erotic themes were depicted in poems and other literature works by famous Muslim poets of medieval period. Homosexuality attracts death penalty in countries life Afghanistan, Brunei, Iran, Mauritanian, Nigeria, Saudi Arabia, Sudan and Yemen but is legal in 22 other Muslim majority nations like Albania, Chad, Bahrain, Iraq, Jordan etc..

I feel pity to say that its illegal in my country for two men or women to make love with each other. At the same time, a daughter is murdered in some rural village by her own parents for being with a man of other cast.

I feel pity to say that an Indian citizen is not free to chose his/her life partner.

I feel pity to say that the the judiciary or the administrative departments or the so called RULING SECTION has not taken any decision in regard with the safety and security of our gay brothers and lesbian sisters.

I would like to conclude this by pointing out my argument in this issue. I personally support homosexuality. First of all,I do think that a person has the right to chose with whom he should live. The Govt. or the police or the Judiciary should not be putting there head in to all those private stuffs.

Secondly,I believe homosexuality is necessary for the survival of human race. Because.. What do you think is the most challenging problem faced by us?? Poverty?? Terrorism?? Pollution?? I agree that all these are problems and definitely serious ones.. but the main villian is not any one of these.. Its OVER POPULATION. I believe Over population is the root cause of all the other problems..

When Europe was hit by the Black Death,almost 1/3rd of the population was gone. This was followed by renaissance. Yes.. There was food for everyone.. Shelter for all.. What happened? The population was checked.. I believe such a solution should be made.. And I believe homosexuality is one of the best. As Homo partners cannot reproduce.. A fraction of the total population go sterile.. Ultimately, the population can be controlled..

Nature has always found a solution for all the problems it face. Homosexuality was such a solution put forth by the mother nature herself so as to keep the population under controlled. So,homosexuality is not unnatural.. Its perhaps the best among natural ones...

So.. Guys.. They too are humans.. Accept them... They are our brothers and sisters...

Take care..

ARMIN VAN BUUREN

Armin Van Buuren, well known as Gaia is a Dutch musician and DJ. He was born on 25 December 1976 in Leiden, Netherlands. He is one of the top disco jockeys performing at present. He started his research in music at a very early age of fourteen and is now one of the most followed musicians across the globe. Proving that he is a maestro, he came up in the poll conducted by 'DJ Magazine' for a total of five years. He was also nominated for Grammy Awards for his work 'This is what it feels like'. Being a performer in the music festival Tomorrowland, he raised the number of his fans, followers and admirers.

He has done many award winning works. His top of the chart hits include;

Van Buuren performing at the Tomorrowland music festival.

• This is what it feels like
• Intense
• In and Out of Love
• Face to Face
• Youtopia
• Not giving up on love
• Beautiful life
• Imagine 
• Mirage
• Waiting for the might

Van Buuren is presently the host of weekly radioshow - A State of Trance. He is also popular as the co-founder of Armanda Music.

Van Burren married Erika Van Theil, his best friend, on 18 September 2009. He announced the birth of his son Remy, while performing at the Tomorrowland. The good news was a celebration in all top medias.

Following are the links to know more on him.

Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/arminvanbuuren?ref=ts&fref=ts

Official website of Van Buuren : http://www.arminvanbuuren.com/ 

 Twitter : https://twitter.com/arminvanbuuren

TECHNOLOGY, VIOLENCE AND PEACE

"Our world is one of terrible contradictions. Plenty of food, but one billion people go hungry. Lavish lifetsyles for a few, but poverty for too many others. Huge advances in medicine while mothers die every day in childbirth, and children die every day from drinking water. Billions spent om weapons to kill people instead of keeping them safe."

                                                         -Ban Ki-moon.

Where to seek shelter from the nuclear bombs ? Where to escape from the ‘one million bullets of a Metal Storm’? Technology has long been used as  tools for violence, from clubs and swords to cluster bombs and precision-guided missiles. All what man seeks is ‘peace’ and nothing more… But with innovation of newer  technology and its development what man brings is nothing but total disharmony.

Though technology is developed to bring peace, safety and security, it always inflicts violence. All forms of technology, from a paper weight to modern sensors, everything is made to make the life easier and lifestyle better. But the negative notions of man changes a paper weight to a mere stone and a sensor to be used in a fully automatic machine gun. Man used bows and arrows to hunt their food. But it later became the instruments used for fighting each other. Fire once used as a necessity for baking was later used to power up the gunpowder. Wheels initially used in bullock carts were later redesigned to use in army tanks and trucks..Ships were first built just to conquer the sea, but later it was developed into its newer derivatives- submarines and aircraft carriers.. Wright brothers meant airplanes just as a faster medium of transportation, but time converted it into supersonic jet bombers.. Microchips, which made computing cushy, were successfully employed in precision-guided missiles and automatic rifles. Nuclear resources once used for electricity generation is now primarily used for the production of deadliest bombs…When the land and oceans become unsafe for them to store the nuclear weapons, they even make use of the outer space to store them securely. As per the investigations by some private agencies there is enough weapons built ready for use to fire up the entire earth more than ten times.  Now the greedy is trying to conquer the speed of light – for the inacceptable innovations..

In a most general way technology as a weapon can be divided into three.

• The nuclear weapons or atomic weapons in which the energy required is generated by the fission or fusion reactions of atomic nuclei. Their effects include heat, blast and radiation. People of Hiroshima and Nagasaki is still striving for their life though this is the seventieth year of bombing.
• Chemical weapons in which chemicals such as napalm and sarin are used. This can wound or kill the person with a direct contact. They are usually developed to use with an artillery shell or missiles.
• The third category includes the rifles and conventional explosives. A.K 47 is said to be the weapon used in the most number of killings. But with newer technology, automatic machine guns such as the Metal Storm is able to deliver a firing rate of one million bullets per minute.

Today the world super powers and terrorist groups focus on a newer but yet powerful weapons – the biological weapons. Man has always strived to find a solution to cure up the various maladies. An epitome is the Black Plague which took away half of the population of Europe continent. But he is now interested in developing new toxins or infectious agents such as bacteria, viruses and fungi with the intent to kill or incapacitate humans, animals or plants as an act of war. Ease of production and the broad availability of biological agents and technical know-how have led to a further spread of biological weapons and an increased desire among developing countries to have them. The threat of bio-terrorism is real and significant, it is neither in the realm of science fiction nor confined to our nation.

"Peace is not merely an absence of war, but the nurture of human life."

                                                                                 - Jane Addams.

Peace is a celebration of our co-existence, a necessity in our collective struggle to survive and flourish, and an acknowledgement of our inter-connections and mutual needs. Where one can find peace in the present world? Where can be it found when there is a missile ready to be projected at the verge of a finger press? Today many believe peace to be a nice but impossible idea. To achieve world peace one need hard work, flexibility and a great deal of open-mindedness. These things are in very short supply in this world. Our educational system and way of living must change in the world. The world has become a place of selfishness. A man never sees words like peace, love, share and care after his tenth grade studies.Sitting in front of a laptop or smart phone, his world get narrower. Things must change to  make us redefined.

"I know not with what weapons world war III will be fought, but world war IV will be fought with sticks and stones" 

                                                                                      -Albert Einstein.

The reality of war and violence is completely different. It is cruel and filthy and filled with sadness and misery. All we need to bring world peace is change our on mentality. We should throw up all our negative notions and thoughts. Though divided by countries, language, color, cast and creed we must develop an entity that  would unite us all. Then there would be peace in our land, peace in our heart.