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Missile Man -An Ordinary Scientist?
Entire world is paying tributes to India’s former president, Dr.APJ.Abdul Kalam, following his sudden demise couple of days back. India’s couldn’t digest the fact that its most lovable son, People’s President, its Missile Man was no more.
While many are hailing his achievements, contributions to the world and his peace loving nature, some sections insulted him saying Missle Man was an Ordinary Scientist.
People however need not worry as they are not from India but from neighboring Pakistan. Pakistan’s nuclear scientist AQ.Khan, father of Pakistan’s nuclear program in a shocker said Kalam was just an ordinary scientist.
Speaking to BBC, he said Kalam did not achieve anything noteworthy and India’s missile program under Kalam’s guidance was developed with the help of Russia. He accused that Kalam became President as the then NDA government led by Vajpayee wanted to get muslim votes.
Ironically AQ. Khan himself was accused of selling nuclear secrets to foreign countries and was put under house arrest. Finally he was declared free citizen in 2009.
Shocking Twist: Kattappa did not kill Baahubali?
This one question has been haunting the movie lovers and fans of the magnum opus Baahubali— The beginning and that is “Why did such a loyal person like Kattappa kill Baahubali?” There were many posts on the social media predicting the actual situation what happened that led Kattappa to kill Baahubali.
Few are just for fun while few stories may be the real ones. Amidst all these predictions, the story writer of Baahubali, V Vijayendra Prasad gave out statement that is creating many doubts. He said “Why do you think Kattappa killed Baahubali? He only stabbed him.”
So, what does Mr Prasad want to say? Is it like Kattappa did not kill Baahubali?However, we should all be waiting to watch the real twist! Rajamouli is planning to make improvements in the script and is all set to start the shoot in September.
Finally terrorist Yakub Memon hanged
Finally hard core terrorist Yakub Memon, mastermind of 1993 Mumbai blasts was hanged to death today morning at 6.43 AM after intense drama in the last few weeks.
Yakub Memon was hanged to death in the Nagpur Central prison. The death sentence by Supreme Court and rejection of Yakub’s numerous mercy petitions by President Pranab Mukherjee created lot of controversy.
Even as his death sentence was announced, Yakub’s wife aided by various social activities, political parties like MIM,Congress,Left sent petition after petition seeking mercy. MIM leader Asauddin Owaisi even tried to communalise the whole issue on religious grounds.
Victims of 1993 bomb blast which killed more than 250 people heaved sigh of relief. They felt justice has been done after 12 long years. They also demand hanging of Dawood Ibrahim and Tiger Memon who plotted these attacks.
‘Mahatma Kalam’: Rajini compares Kalam to Gandhi
It’s not too often that India’s biggest Superstar, Rajinikanth logs in to his Twitter page to greet his two million fans. The last time Rajini tweeted was in March, when the former Prime Minister of Singapore Lee Kuan Yew passed away. And now, after a few months of hibernation, Rajini again tweeted this evening on the passing away of Bharat Ratna Abdul Kalam.
Even bigger and a touching surprise was that Rajini compared Kalam with the Father of the Nation, Mahatma Gandhi, as he tweeted, “I did not have the privilege of seeing our mahatma Gandhiji, Kamaraj or Barathiyaar but was blessed enough to live admist mahatma Kalamji.”
Praising Kalam’s rise even after coming from a modest background, Rajini said, “From humble beginnings Abdul Kalam ji rose to great heights but continued to live humble and simple. He lived to inspire millions of people.”
The ‘Thalaiva’ finally paid his homage to the country’s most loved teacher and said, “He endeared himself to student community motivating them at all levels. God has embraced him silently with love. May his soul rest in peace.”
When Sreesanth contemplated Suicide
Every human being have a bad-phase at some point in their careers. While some of them stay strong despite all odds, Others ruin their lives with hasty decisions.
Even Cricketer S Sreesanth who is a member of India’s squad for 2011 World Cup had faced the toughest challenge of his life when his name figured in IPL 2013 spot-fixing scandal. He was arrested by Delhi police, sent to Tihar jail and a life ban was imposed on him by BCCI.
Few days ago, A Delhi Court has dropped all charges against all the 36 accused including Sreesanth in the spot-fixing scandal. This gave an opportunity for the former Indian cricketer to break his months-long silence.
Sreesanth reveals he contemplated on suicide while being in Tihar jail. He claims it’s his devotion to Lord Ettumanoorappan and support from family members helped him overcome suicidal tendencies. The flamboyant cricketer is now waiting for BCCI to lift life ban on him, so that he could play the sport he loves the most again.
Pouring water on his dreams, BCCI secretary Anurag Thakur on Wednesday ruled out any possibility of revoking the ban on Sreesanth and two other cricketers (Ankeet Chavan & Ajit Chandila). Clarifying that Disciplinary Actions & Criminal Proceedings are quite different, He said a life ban was imposed on these three cricketers due to their indiscipline and hence it would stay.
Telugu Films – They Are Not Comedy Pieces
Rape of Avantika and a Telugu girl’s lashing out at Telugu films and how directors treating the women, have created a new discussion altogether. Are Telugu films really insulting women all the time and they have nothing to boast about? Why does only negative qualities seen in an electron microscope, while positive aspects are not spoken even in grams and milligrams?
If we keep the portrayal of Avantika aside, there are films like Arundathi where a heroine played the central part. In the olden times we have many movies of Vijayasanthi and then there are some stunning roles performed by Soundarya and Ramya Krishna. All those films showed how determined a woman is. If we take the latest bunch of Telugu hits, we have movies like S/o Satyamurthy that have preached values.
Krishnam Vande Jagadgurum taught us about revolutionising the society when needed. Even a highly commercial movie like Attarintiki Daredi spoke about the need to maintain healthy relations with once own relatives. Films like Kerintha spoke about friendship, Malli Malli Idhi Rani Roju flaunted true love, while Kamal’s Uttama Villain explained the truth between drama and reality. All these films are not comedy pieces.
If there is 1% of negativity, say it false portrayal of woman, or bashing on elderly persons by younger, we could notice 99% of positivity too. At the same time, certain scenes are reflection of society itself, whether good or bad. So if we see at all these positive things, no doubt, we could beat the chest and say, Telugu films are not comedy pieces. With due respects to who criticised the negative aspects, its better if we take the positives from films first.
10 Things You would love to know about Abdul Kalam
There is a lot to know about APJ Abdul Kalam and every small detail about him so inspiring. He will always hold a special place in people’s heart as a great human being rather than just as a Missile Man or People’s President.
10 Things You would love to know about Abdul Kalam:
1) Kalam used to live in a single-room flat before becoming President of India.
2) All the three Childhood Friends of Kalam (namely Ramanadha Sastry, Aravindan and Sivapraksan) were Brahmins.
3) Pakshi Lakshmana Sastry, the highest-paid priest of Rameswaram temple, is a close friend of Kalam’s Father.
4) Kalam is a music lover, especially enjoys the work of Carnatic music’s undisputed exponent MS Subbalakshmi. Even the legendary vocalist have high regard for Kalam and she would often serve home-cooked food for him with her hands, that too in a most traditional manner…eating food on banana leaves while sitting on the floor.
5) Kalam is a fan of Idlis & Pakodas.
6) Even though there is a provision of free air tickets for the kin of nominated President, Kalam was never interested in such privileges and he himself paid for the 2nd AC Train Tickets for family members.
7) Kalam refused to sit in a chair that’s meant for him at convocation at BHU upon noticing that his chair is bigger in size than that of others on the stage.
8) Kalam is against placing broken glass on the wall of buildings for security reasons just because birds would get hurt.
9) While addressing 400-odd students once, There was a power-cut but that didn’t make Kalam end his speech in a hush-hush manner. He asked the students to surround him and delivered and inspiring speech as usual.
10) Kalam invited a roadside cobbler (who repairs chappals) and owner of a small hotel as ‘Presidential Guests’ during his first visit as President to Kerala’s Raj Bhavan.
NO, I’ve not fallen in love with any actor
Sultry Siren Shriya Saran is on a roll. After making a good comeback with Manam, Gopala Gopala in Telugu, Shriya returned to Bollywood for the Hindi remake of Drishyam where she will be seen as Ajay Devgn’s wife which was essayed by Meena in the original. Talking about her personal life, Shriya shared, “Basically, I’m a private person. What’s true about me has never come out. At the same time, what people have spoken about me is far from truth.”
Ask her has she dated anyone in the film industry? Pat comes reply. “NO, I’ve not fallen in love with any actor so far. Yes, I’ve been infatuated by almost all the co-stars I’ve worked with but love is not possible. I’m of the opinion that I can’t date an actor because half of the time he is looking at mirror just like I’m. I’d love to date a man who looks at me,” divulged Shriya.
Shriya is 32-year-old and has seen several highs in film industry. She acted alongside big stars like Rajinikanth, Chiranjeevi, Pawan Kalyan, Nagarjuna and the list goes on and on. Is she open to marriage? Is wedding on cards? Shriya replies, “Of course, I’d love to get married eventually. It’s not on cards at the moment. It will happen when it is bound to happen. I’d like to marry a man who could by my friend and who I can grow with mentally, spiritually and emotionally.”
Deepest Condolences To Indians From Americans
US President Barack Obama expressed his celestial condolences over the death of Bharat Ratna and former President of India Abdul Kalam. Obama praised Kalam’s magnanimity and called him as an inspiration for millions of Indians. Obama also said that Kalam was instrumental in strengthening of the Indo-US ties and as an advocate for space cooperation between both the countries.
In his statement that was released on Tuesday, Obama said, “A scientist and statesman, Kalam rose from humble beginnings to become one of India” most accomplished leaders, earning esteem at home and abroad,” lauding Kalam’s legacy. Obama also extended his “deepest condolences to the people of India” on behalf of the American people.
Talking about Kalam’s efforts as the President of India, Obama said, “Suitably named as the People’s President, his humility and dedication to public service served as an inspiration to millions of Indians and admirers around the world.” Even the American media lauded Kalam and praised his role in pioneering India’s space, nuclear and missile missions.
This Is Strictly Naidu’s Private Trip
After successfully organising 12-day-long Maha Pushkarams, Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu is contemplating to take a break. Mr Chandrababu has planned to go on a family vacation so that he could spend quality time with family. Naidu scheduled to go to Turkey from August 2 to August 8 along with wife Bhuvaneswari, son Nara Lokesh, daughter-in-law Brahmini and newly-born grandson Nara Devaansh.
This will be the first abroad trip of Nara Devaansh. Government sources confirmed that this is strictly Naidu’s private trip and it has nothing to do with the government.
Chandrababu Naidu has been working hard for the past few months. After wrapping up Japan visit, Naidu got busy with Pushkaram arrangements. He had camped in Rajahmundry and governed the state from there. It’s a 6-day holiday and Naidu will be returning on Aug 8.
