Speech By Thomas Friedman Of The New York Times ....

When we were young kids growing up in America, we were told to eat our vegetables at dinner and not leave them. Mothers said, "think of the starving children in India and finish the dinner." And now I tell my children: "Finish your math homework. Think of the children in India who would make you starve if you don't."

Dear Sreenivasan Dude,

"When we were young kids growing up in America, we were told to eat our vegetables at dinner and not leave them. Mothers said, 'Think of the starving children in India and finish the dinner.' And now I tell my children: 'Finish your maths homework. Think of the children in India who would make you starve if you don't.'" THESE ARE THE GOLDEN WORDS...WHICH MAKE ME PROUD....

Sunaina, Ajmal & Thysthink, there is under-stated humour in that. Did you get it? 😂

LET'S SAY HAIL INDIA.... Keep it up dude.

Regards,
Vishal

Hi Vishal,

This is said by Thomas Friedman in The New York Times - Americans talking about their situation.

Dear Sreenivasan,

"Sunaina, Ajmal & Thysthink there is understated humor in that. Did you get it?"

That's the reason I used the above-said phrase, which meant that the humor is there because it was said by an American. What do you say?

Regards,
Vishal

Hi Vishal,

Yes, I'm sure that if you don't study, an Indian will surely get that job. That means Indians are very intelligent. Just that... If I am right or wrong, Vishal, tell me.

Hi Vishal, yup, and it makes me proud too while reading the ET, the globalization takeover page makes me really proud. But I wish something could be done about corruption. Chuck... let's not discuss this here.

Hi Vishal and Sunayna,

Yes, I feel proud to be Indian, and I have posted something today stating the same thing.

Hi Sreenivasan,

It took a lot of time to understand what you wanted to say, but eventually got it. Maybe I am a bit slow at understanding the English language.

Hi Sunaina,

What can be done about corruption? Until people stop bribing, corruption will continue. I have a good example where Wipro refused to corrupt government officials. Although their project was delayed for about a year, it was eventually approved as the government had no choice. Corruption has spread everywhere, even in HR. Recently, a Delhi BPO employee was caught leaking business information to foreigners for just 300 pounds (approximately Rs. 21,000). It's frustrating to hear about these incidents.

Regards,
Scare_Crow

Hi Vishal,

You cannot do anything about that since the structure and politics people have to change. Only then can we think about it. As a corporate, we can try to do your work better without any corruption. If you are an employee, you may be forced from the top to give money to another person. But if you do not do that, then it will be a pro for you or me. So, it depends on the situation. Okay, see you. Bye. Have a nice time.

For Information



CORRUPTION INDEX [As published by Times of India, Bangalore]

1. Bihar

2. Jammu and Kashmir

3. Madhya Pradesh

4. Karnataka

5. Rajasthan

6. Assam

7. Jharkhand

8. Haryana

9. Tamil Nadu

10. Delhi

11. Uttar Pradesh

12. Orissa

13. West Bengal

14. Punjab

15. Chhattisgrah

16. Maharashtra

17. Andhra Pradesh

18. Gujarat

19. Himachal Pradesh

20. Kerala



The solution as suggested... by



Former chief secretary A. Ravindra: There are two worlds here in Bangalore — the world of technology and the world of misery. Corruption levels seem to be high especially at the service level. So, greater transparency, in the operations of municipal bodies for instance, will help. Also, people must know that they should not bribe. Besides, within government, if the levels of hierarchy (to get anything done) come down, so will corruption. And, once, the quality of services improves — if we get better water and power supply, for example — the tendency to pay more for good quality services will also reduce. Initiatives like the selfassessment of property tax, which I introduced, will also help. So, yes, corruption will come down, provided we put these measures in place.



Former chief minister M. Veerappa Moily: E-governance can check in bringing down corruption. This ensures transparency. As chairman of the Revenue Reforms Commission, I had emphasised on this aspect. For example, e-governance or computerisation can check the outgo of liquor right from the point of its manufacture at the distilleries. Just like fiscal accountability, I recommend political responsibility Act. Besides, politicians earlier never used to make use of bureaucrats to collect money, but it is rampant now



Some of the tainted politicians and beureocrates also commented on the same.... and they are the ones who are going to formulate and implement the strategy for fighting the corruption [blick chances...]





So guys and gals, close your eyes [like ostrichs do] and let whatever is happening to happen.....



or else fight.... it

Hi Ajmal,

The best way to fight corruption is not to encourage it. If everybody turns a blind eye, how will the situation change? In other countries, people take bribes to provide favors outside their line of duty. Unfortunately, in India, people take bribes to perform their regular work. What a sad scene. What do you say?

Regards,
Vishal

Hi there, this is appalling. See, this is exactly what I am talking about. You know, today's ET, there is a letter to the editor saying "the annual cost of corruption in India is 21068 crores." And I'm sure there must be some loophole in this figure as well. Hi Ajmal, see, you have the facts and figures in place again :) ... you rule the net. You know how a tiny individual like you and me can make a difference:
- Not paying a bribe
- Not accepting it either

I think it will make a difference, but... is it easily said than done? What say?

There is an interesting article/report on corruption at the following web address: http://www.globalcorruptionreport.org/download.html

Detailed report at the global level.

On the subject of corruption, I don't particularly like the American practice of giving "tips" for service. I feel that a standard of service for a set fee should be expected. Tips work against those in lower income brackets. The practice of tipping is becoming more prevalent in Australia, but I would be much happier if it didn't take off.

PROGRESS ENTERPRISE
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In line with corruption, it reminds me of a joke I read:

At the height of a political corruption trial, the prosecuting attorney attacked a witness. "Isn't it true," he bellowed, "that you accepted five thousand dollars to compromise this case?" The witness stared out the window, as though he hadn't heard the question. "Isn't it true that you accepted five thousand dollars to compromise this case?" the lawyer repeated. The witness still did not respond. Finally, the judge leaned over and said, "Sir, please answer the question." "Oh," the startled witness said, "I thought he was talking to you."

Gayathri