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GULF NEWS
Friday magazine (12 Sep 08)
Dominating influence
One
cannot simply ignore the influence of
the
internet in today's life ('Caught in the web?,
September 5-11).
It is
a known fact that modern offices are
quickly transforming themselves into a
paperless world today.
The
web makes their way easy and helps in fast retrieval
of archived records.
The
net has ample information available
on a
variety of topics which people
choose
according to their choice for debate
and
discussion, for either entertainment or educational
purposes.
Social
networking sites are helping people to
make
contact with individuals on different topics.
The
statistics of worldwide internet usage
indicate how extensively it has penetrated
the
life of millions.
Since
the internet is an unavoidable part of
life
today, individual usage needs to be
properly planned in order to avoid any sort of
adverse physical or emotional impact on health.
The
research done by Caithlin Mercer
is
noteworthy.
Ramachandran Nair, Ruwi, Oman
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Breathe easy
It was a good move by the authorities
to curb increasing costs, especially during
Ramadan ("Food outlets increasing prices during
Ramadan face closure", Gulf News, August 20).
While the general public reels under the
increasing cost of living and inflation, this
would perhaps allow residents to breathe easier
for a little while.
With the support of traders, the initiative
could be seen as a well thought out process to
help people enjoy Ramadan.
From Mr Ramachandran Nair
Ruwi, Oman
Gulf News Readers Club member
Laudable
initiative
As
the commercial hub of the country, Dubai has
taken a bold decision by imposing a ban on
smoking in public places ("Dubai bans cigarette
sales to under-20s as world marks No Tobacco
Day", Gulf News, June 1).
Smoking is classified as one of the causes of
cancer, a disease that is often diagnosed at a
very late stage but is very common among people
today. A large number of people around the world
are suffering from the disease and it has become
predominant in the younger generation as well.
In many countries, smoking is officially banned
from public places such as transport vehicles,
cinemas and public properties.
The authorities
in Dubai need to ensure that the smoking ban is
implemented and monitored effectively. Social
awareness could prevent spreading this habit to
some extent.
From Mr
Ramachandran Nair
Ruwi, Oman
Gulf News Readers Club member |
Read contribution in Khaleej
Times
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May they keep
smiling (September 26,
2008)
THE REAL-LIFE
story of Hannah Richardson helps us understand the true
value of life. It was unfortunate that Hannah had to
experience the depth of pain at an early age. She is
undoubtedly brave for her age.
Children try
to enjoy happy moments they have in the early days of their
lives. The academic stress is the only thing they need worry
about. They manage to keep all other worries away.
But Hannah was
exposed to a traumatic experience too early in life and
learnt about pain at the tender age of eight due to the
tragic incident. She was forced to surrender the joys of
childhood.
She is lucky
to have parents like Dr Richardson and Latha Richardson.
They have played a big role in her quick recovery, from the
shocking episode to their support throughout Hannah’s
treatment.
May the
Richardsons continue to keep smiling despite the agony life
has thrust upon them. Meanwhile, all of us can pray for this
family of four.
-Ramachandran Nair,
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September 2008 update |
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Safety measures |
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Involving people |
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Morale boost
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Zardari faces tough challenges |
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Foreign troops sustain instability |
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Rising school fees must be regulated |
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Rising
school fees must be regulated (01 Sept
08)
Spiralling school fees are alarming, and
another burden for parents who are
already dealing with an overall increase
in the cost of living, “School fees
skyrocket” (August 31).
The private school sector needs to
develop a proper system for increasing
fees, with Government approved
guidelines. Not only have school fees
gone up, but so have the cost of school
accessories.
The UAE is becoming too expensive, and
some in the middle class expatriate
community are facing difficult times.
Food, shelter, health and education are
the top priorities for any individual,
but they have all become expensive, and
not only in the UAE but in the rest of
the region as well.
If the increases continue, expatriates
might start to rethink their future in
the Gulf.
In Muscat, however, the Indian schools
have recently revised their fee
structure with a minimum increase – a
reasonable move.
Ramachandran Nair
Ruwi, Oman
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Involving
people (28 Aug 08)
The authority's
initiative to fight against corruption and bribery practices
needs support from people of all walks of life. This would
definitely help improve the level of services that people
enjoy in their day-to-day interactions with ministries and
offices. Corruption and malpractices in office routines
prompt people to do away with their self-integrity for the
sake of temporary benefits. In the UAE, there are several
social organisations that could help launch public
participation. Frequent awareness campaigns can help people
be sincere in their approach and work in an ethical manner.
Ramachandran Nair
Ruwi,
Oman
Safety
measures (30 Aug 08)
Fires seem to have become a common
occurrence these days. As far as the facility of workers is
concerned, there needs to be a better safety arrangement, in
order to avoid similar incidents in the future. It was quite
embarrassing to read that 500 people were housed in 30
rooms! Such accidents reveal the ignorance of most people
regarding the need to follow basic safety requirements in
residential and commercial buildings, particularly in labour
accommodations.
Ramachandran Nair
Ruwi,
Oman |
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OER - June
2008 |
OER -
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Oman’s
industrialization drive
The broad analysis on the
performance of top corporate houses in Oman in OER’s Top 20
issue last month was well received.
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Change
of guard
The cover
story of OER's July 2008 issue was focused on an impending
business concept. the enthusiasm shown by the responsible
younger generation is truly encouraging and promising.
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Morale boost
Gulf News
recently reported that Oman plans to improve literacy levels
in the country ("Oman plans to tackle illiteracy", Gulf
News, July 15). However, Omani youngsters have already
proven their mettle in education as well as in the
employment sector. Private companies employ a large number
of qualified Omanis and they are often encouraged to take up
jobs in both the public and private sectors. Hundreds of
Omanis graduate from universities every year and they are
well received in the job market. The new initiative will
further boost the morale of young Omanis.
From Mr Ramachandran Nair
Ruwi,
Oman |
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LETTERS
28 August 2008
19 August
2008
14 August
2008
10 August
2008
04 August
2008
Khaleej Times Weekend
Be Positive!
27 June 2008 |
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 Green
Beacon
"Study
nature, love nature, stay close to nature. It will never
fail you," said renowned American architect Frank Lloyd
Wright. It’s something all of us, across the world, would do
well to recall and Outlook’s is a welcome reiteration in
that direction (Poison Floe, Jun 16).
Read here
 Shocking
revelation
It was
shocking to read your cover story 'Mystery of the missing
children' (TSI May 19, 2008). I wonder how secure are the
children residing in the capital despite having the presence
of a state and central administrative apparatus including
the highest judiciary. The government involvement to curb
human trafficking is very limited, due to which the number
of parents who have lost their children are on the rise. In
case of some high profile family, the picture would have
been entirely different.
Man of letters gets
to grips with the
news
Published in
Gulf News - 19 Oct 2007
Muscat: A Gulf
News "addict" believes that print media will continue to
thrive despite the challenge of e-papers.
"There is
nothing better than holding a newspaper with its smell of
newsprint and reading it," Ramachandran Nair said.
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Gulf News
UNWIND
24 May 08
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 The
mirror protests in J&K have now attained a mass demographic
scale, but its genesis was political. The popular will
doesn’t seem to be the priority of any government at the
Centre. Why do the authorities always open their eyes only
after something goes wrong?
Ramachandran Nair, Ruwi, Oman
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Our
PM may look meek, but it was he who initiated liberalisation
in the ’90s and strengthened the economy to its present
level. The Left is now out to undo it all and take us back
to the stone age.
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