Eknath Khadse causes crores of losses to Government to favor ABIL

SEPTEMBER 23, 2016 | EDIT

An order by then revenue minister Shri Eknath Khadse about a prime land in the heart of the Pune city was bought to AAP’s notice. On probing further AAP has come in possession of a number of documents which point towards political clout being used to ignore proof and procedures resulting in windfall gains for ABIL.

A GR issued in 1951 (Attached) states to transfer the lease of Vijayanagar Cooperative Housing Society at S. No 132B, Bhamburde, Shivajinagar to anyone other than existing members, prior Government permission is required. The GR further states that it is Government policy to claim 50% of the profit in case of transfer of lease.

A deed of assignment / transfer was signed by Mr. Amit Bhosale and others on 29 Oct 2012  (Attached) without prior Government approval & without paying Government nazarana.

An NGO, Bhrastachar virodhi Gandhigiri Jan Andolan, had filed a case against Shri Avinash Bhosale (plot no 2) and Shri Sunil S Patil (plot no 15)  at the Additional Collector’s Court in 2014. An order was passed on 7/7/2015 (Attached) that prima facie the GR was not followed and the Upvibhagiya Adhikari was ordered to investigate the complete matter and initiate action for recovery of Government nazarana.

The NGO filed a caveat (attached) on 26/08/2016 at the Revenue Minister’s office stating that no order be passed in this matter without hearing them.

Even before the amount could be calculated by the Collector’s office, an appeal was filed at the Revenue Minister’s office by Shri Avinish Bhosale and Shri Sunil S Patil on  5/1/2016. Despite the caveat, the then Revenue Minister Shri Eknath Khadse called upon only Upper Ayukt and Upper Jilhadhikari to return back with  papers on this matter within 2 weeks. These two officers conveniently did not go back again and assuming that they have nothing to show on this matter, order was passed without hearing the NGO (Attached) staying the Additional Collectors order and in effect causing revenue losses for the Government of Maharashtra.

AAP states that the Additional Collector should be censured for not returning back to the Revenue Minister’s office within the given time. The Revenue Minister, despite a caveat being in place, did not call the NGO to present its case and passed an ex party order in favor of Shri Bhosale and Shri Patil raises serious questions on the order and the intentions of the Minister.

AAP demands that like in recent past, the CM had revoked many orders taken by Shri Eknath Khadse, this order should also be revoked, freshly investigated and Shri Avinash Bhosale and Shri Sunil S Patil be made to pay the Government the necessary dues. At the same time, a commission must be appointed to identify all the defaulters Vijayanagar Cooperative Housing Society at S. No 132B, Bhamburde, Shivajinagar and recover the monies due to the Government. If this is done, the state can easily earn its rightful dues which will amount to more than 1000 crores at today’s rates. 

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All American Rally for Trump in Philadelphia, PA Oct 8th, 2016, 1:30 PM

SEPTEMBER 23, 2016 | EDIT

All American Rally for Trump in Philadelphia, PA
Oct 8th, 2016,  1:30 PM

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

22 September 2016

ALL AMERICAN RALLY FOR TRUMP PLANNED IN PHILADELPHIA

In a potential game changer in the 2016 presidential election, activists from around the country have come together to organize a political rally supporting Donald Trump in the swing state of Pennsylvania.

The first ‘All American Rally for Trump’ will take place at 1:30 PM on October 8 at the People’s Plaza located near the Liberty Bell in Philadelphia. The rally is the creation of Indian Americans and African Americans who have come together and it will feature Indian Americans, African Americans, Hispanic Americans, Haitian Americans, Jewish Americans and other groups who wish to see Donald Trump win the election.

Bruce Carter who is the founder of Black Men for Bernie along with Hindu activists Satya Dosapati and Arvind Kumar are the main organizers of the rally.Over 1,500 people are expected to attend the rally which signifies the coming together of many people for their own reasons. Satya Dosapati, who is one of the organizers stated, “This is a very important election. It is the first time the voters have seen through the establishment’s manipulation of the electoral process and have decided to assert themselves.”

“The Clinton family and Bush family partner with each other to advance the agenda of corporate welfare and illegitimate wars. This is an opportunity to end the political fortunes of both families,” added Arvind Kumar.

Philadelphia has a large black population which has been let down by politicians who typically use them to further their careers. Elaborating on the reason for organizing this rally, Bruce Carter stated, “Black voters can no longer afford to be slaves to any party.”

The organizers plan to organize a series of rallies in other swing states. While Philadelphia will be the venue for the first rally, other rallies will be scheduled in the swing states of Florida, North Carolina and Ohio when sufficient funds are raised.

For media inquiries, email allamericanrally@gmail.com or contact Arvind Kumar at (646) 389-7622.

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Operation “Zarb e Azb” discussed in the United Nations

SEPTEMBER 23, 2016 | EDIT

On September 21, the International Forum for Rights of Pakistan hosted a seminar at the UNHRC in Geneva on the human rights violations caused by the Pakistani Army, under the garb of Operation Zarb-e-Azb. Speakers at the conference included Faiz Mohd Zaland, human rights activist from Afghanistan,  Jacek Wlocowicz, Member of the Senate of Polish Parliament, Paulo Casaca ,Executive Director, South Asia Democratic Forum, Tarek Fateh, Executive Director Baluchistan House and Mehran Marri, Baluch Representative at the UNHRC .

Dr. Faiz Modh Zaland, while speaking at the event, stated that the Pakistan Army and its intelligence agencies had victimized the Pashtuns who were living in North and South Waziristan. He stated that the military operation Zarb-e-Azb had only destroyed the homes of the local people and not the terrorists, unlike the claims of the Pakistani government. With UN agencies and the world media denied access to the areas of the operation, Dr Zaland said that the Pakistani government had ensured that these atrocities did not come out in the open.

Jacek Wlocowicz, in his speech, stated that though the Pakisatni Army had left no stone unturned to project that the operation was a success, this was actually one of the worst humanitarian crisis witnessed, forcing more than 2 million people from their homes. He added that what was more concerning was the Pakistani government’s statement that the offensive would not end till all terrorists were eliminated, thereby turning it into an indefinite process. He concluded that the Pakistani government was barely taking any concrete and substantial initiatives to rehabilitate refugees in the region, let alone acknowledge the lives lost in the humanitarian crisis that had engulfed the region.

While speaking on Operation Zarb-e-Azb, Mehran Marri stated that the operation had been launched to protect the Haqqani network and what Pakistan described as the good Taliban. He charged Pakistan of being linked to 75 per cent of the terror incidents in the world.

Tarek Fateh in his statement informed that the Pakistan Army had started the operation to kill its own citizens in order to ensure the smooth exit of nearly 2000 Central Asian and Chechen terrorists to move to Syria to join the ISIS. He warned that if not checked, Pakistan would become a threat to the citizens of Europe and America.

A 45-minute documentary on the humanitarian disaster caused by Op Zarb-e Azb, was also screened at the seminar.

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Grit, Guts and Glory – Hero MTB Himalaya is back

SEPTEMBER 23, 2016 | EDIT

                                                                    

Grit, Guts and Glory – Hero MTB Himalaya is back

The amazing cycle race, Hero MTB Himalaya, is here again!

New Delhi,23rd  September,2016: The 12th edition of the world famous cycle race, Hero MTB Himalaya 2016, is all set to begin from Shimla, Himachal Pradesh, on 25th September 2016. After covering 650 KM of Himalayan track in 8 days, the race will end at Dharamshala on October 3.

Considered to be one of the toughest races in the world, Hero MTB Himalaya is not for the faint hearted. A race that takes the riders through the untouched parts of the Himalayas, bustling towns and villages, across streams – all set amidst the beauty of the mighty Himalayas. With a total elevation gain of almost 50,000 feet in the previous edition, even the most experienced riders found the altitude challenging.

Hero MTB Himalaya is organised by the Himalayan Adventure Sports & Tourism Promotion Association (HASTPA). The Hero Action Team which is sponsoring the Indian team was conceptualised by HASTPA and Hero Cycles in 2014 with an objective to provide a platform and ecosystem for budding biking talent in the country.

The race will be done in 8 stages, and every day there will be a different base camp on the tricky track.

According to Mr Ashish Sood, HASTPA spokesperson, “This year, we are expecting 60 entries. Several world famous riders, including 7 woman riders, have confirmed their participation.”

Mr Pankaj Munjal, Chairman and MD Hero Cycles, added, “Mountain biking is a sport that requires a high degree of training, stamina and passion for biking in the high terrain. The sport has gained a encouraging following in recent years but we want to expand its reach to more youngsters in the country. At Hero Cycles, we believe in promoting sports and active lifestyles. Hero MTB Himalaya is an earnest initiative of Hero Cycles to promote adventure sports and mountain biking in India. We are looking forward to an exciting series of events in the coming 8 days of Hero MTB Himalaya.”

The following are some of the well-known riders participating in MTB Himalaya 2016:

1. Sarah Appelt, 26, in the Open Women Solo category from Germany. She is the winner of 1st Hero MTB Shimla 2016 and 1st Hell Race     2015(female category)

2. Akash Sherpa, 18, Youngest Indian in the Open Men Solo Category. He stood 3rd in the MTB Shimla 2016

3.Sandeep Madaan, 24, in the Open Men Solo category from India who stood 2nd in the MTB Shimla, 2015 and 3rd in MTB Shimla, 2016.      He came 2nd in the Hell Race, and 2nd in the Manali 2015-16, and 3rd in the Firstrom 2016.

4.Ruben Chirino, 53, Swiss-Venezuelan, in the Grand Masters category. He is winner of several races in Chile and Indonesia.

5.Ms Monika Eggert, 32, German, in the Team of Two category. She is the winner of Night on Bike 16 h, 2016, Jilhava 12 h 2016, Stuttgart    24 h 2015, Alfsee 24 h, 2015 and 3rd place holder in Beskidy Trophy Stagerace 2016.

6. John Jack Funk,60, Canadian. He is participating in the Grand Masters category. His top wins include 7 podiums out of 8 races in the         Bow 80 Near Death Division, 2nd place in the LIMBC Horizon Years 2014 and 2nd place in Boja Epic old boys.

Ashish said, “Identifying talent right at the school level, training them and taking them to world stage has been a dream we have pursued   with relentless zeal for the last couple of years. We are grateful to Hero Cycles for being our partner in this endeavor. Whether it’s the     team’s training, travel, nutrition, or equipment Hero Cycles has not stinted on anything, providing them the very best.”

According to Ashish, the race will also be including the regular school programs conducted at the camps along the entire route. “A race that is bound to test your strength and will power, apart from your riding skills will leave an impeccable and breath-taking experience in your mind and heart. Well, we don’t say that but the riders do.”

For more information, please login at: http://www.mtbhimalaya.com/

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India Fastest or Snail Economy, Exports to US $45b, China $483b

SEPTEMBER 23, 2016 | EDIT

September23, 2016 (C) Ravinder Singh progressindia2015@gmail.com

Instead of critically analyzing our deficiencies we overlook the hard
facts – India is a SNAIL Economy.

When in 9 years post 2005 opening of world trade – India to US Exports
grew by $23b – China recorded $195b Growth. China’s exports growth was
8 Times than India.

In Per Capita Terms India’s Growth in Exports to US was $2 Annually,
China $17 Annually.

    China 2015 Computer & Semiconductor Exports to US $82b – India $124m.
    China 2006 Exported $38b of above to US – India then was $248m.
    CHINA MORE THAN DOUBLED – INDIA HALVED.
    Telecom Equip – $169m to China $27,090m
    Mobiles – India $302m to China $64,646m.
    Footwear Exports by India to US 2015 $398m – China $14,181m.
    Furniture Exports by India to US $481m – China $17,876m.
    TOYS Exports by India $153m to China $27,572m.
    India Exports of Apparels Plus $6b – China $46b
    Auto Parts India $1,002m – China $14,869m,
    Household Appliances India $46m to China $14,229m,
    Television India $97m – China $10,656m,
    Cookware,– India $295m to China $6,712m
    Camping Gear India $284m to China $5,599m
    Stereo Equipment  India $1m to China $4,217m,
    Art Works India $177m, China $1,953m,
    Jewelry India $1679m, China $2518m, India Lost out to China
    Plastic Materials India Exports Slight negative $182m, China Double $1040m,
    Musical Instruments India $3m – China $703m,

Two Classes where India has EDGE over China in Manufacture are

    Gems India $7,371m – China $205m – Roughs are Imported India
Contributing Labor.
    Pharmaceuticals – India $6,587m to China $2080m. Indian Companies
contribute Low Price Off Patent Generics – Multinationals Export High
Value Patented Products.

https://www.census.gov/foreign-trade/Press-Release/current_press_release/ft900.pdf
Complete Data of US World Trade is released for July2016 on Sep02 or 32 days.

Jan-July2016 Indian Exports to USA is $26,468m Was $27,148m in 2015
for same period. China figures $251,734m & $269,162m
US Data is Easily Accessible & Fast and Accurate – India Bad.

Ravinder Singh, Inventor & Consultant, INNOVATIVE TECHNOLOGIES AND PROJECTS
Y-77, Hauz Khas, New Delhi-110016, India. Ph; 091- 9871056471,