A Comment on increasing trend of gold imports by India which is not good for our economy

My comment on an article "Gold imports likely to touch 1000 tonne this year, up 11%" published in the economictimes.com Dated 22/12/2015 at 11 pm.


"This is horrible. So much of gold imports means so much of funds outgoing from our country. 

If 1 kg. of gold is supposed to worth Rs.25 lacs, then imagine how much of money is going out. Hundreds of billions. What a horrible picture. 

There should be some measures to curb this. Running behind gold for all occasions should be restrained by people and use the money instead to invest in better options of income generating investments."

A Comment on the need to design buildings to facilitate easy accessibility for disabled persons

	Your comment on the article ''Revision of building code for the disabled to focus on accessibility'' is now displayed on timesofindia.com Dated 20/12/2015 at 12:20 pm.
	''It is a good thing to discuss all the circumstances that contribute to the safety and protection of disabled people. Buildings should be constructed in such a manner that they cater to the minutest needs of disabled person. All facilities should accommodate to their needs without risking their life. Suggestions should be sought from all experienced people who are suffering disability and find problems in their day-to-day life.''
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A comment on Paris climate talks and draft agreement

	Your comment on the article ''Five things you need to know about the Paris climate change draft agreement'' is now displayed on timesofindia.com Dated 13/12/2015 at 1:15 pm.
	''The climate deal is only to limit further temperature rises to well below 2C. It means the temperature levels already there will remain as they are and only further rises will be monitored for control. Even for this agreement, it is reported that a last minute telephonic call by Obama to Xi Jinping made it possible to reach at this agreement of bringing down further rises.''
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A Comment on Chennai rains and floods

My Comment on an article "Chennai rains: City turns island; road, rail, airlinks disrupted" published in the economictimes.com Dated 02/12/2015 at 10:45 pm. 


"Too much frightening atmosphere in Chennai. Rains have created a scary situation disturbing the lives of people. 

This kind of worst situation has never been witnessed since many decades in Chennai. It has become an island completely cut off from approach by even rescue providers. 

It has been more than one week since the Tamilians Diwali festival (Karthika pournami day) it is continuing like this. Added to that the devastating severe floods caused by the release of waters from canals and reservoirs due to incessant heavy rain on 01/12/2015 flooding the city completely.

Very sorry situation for the people of Chennai city and other neighbourhood places. May God help them in their distress. All those helping them either through social media or personally need to be appreciated and blessed with good wishes."

A Comment on Google spreadsheet and good samaritans helping Chennai flood victims

My Comment on an article "Chennai floods: Google spreadsheet comes to city's rescue" published in the economictimes.com Dated 02/12/2015 at 10:30 pm. 


"Very nice efforts are being done by these techies and good samaritans of Chennai in providing help to the flood victims. 

The rains are too severe this time flooding many places and rendering people homeless. Especially the continuous downpour on Tuesday and release of waters from all barrages has severed the conditions even more. Many localities have been flooded. Relief measures provided are not sufficient to meet their immediate requirements. 

So, the online crowd sourcing information and help offered would be of much help to those helpless victims in finding some refuge."

A Comment on Rains creating havoc in Chennai and MNCs accommodating their staff

	Your comment on the article ''Chennai rains leave Tech Inc marooned; firms like IBM, Cognizant, Infosys enforce contingency plans, relocate key staff'' is now displayed on timesofindia.com dated 25/11/2015 at 3:30 pm.
	''Very much alarming situation in Chennai and Tamil Nadu. Rains have created much havoc, unexpected and inexperienced previously. So, it is a good gesture of these MNCs to accommodate their staff in safer places along with their families. Companies should think of the welfare of their staff who render their services honestly for the benefit of their Company.''
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A Comment on How to plan and meet your financial goals and retire happily

My Comment on an article "How to meet your life's financial goals & retire happily" published in the economictimes.com Dated 25/11/2015 at 10:40 am.


"Very useful article. It deals with many financial goals of life like marriage, having children, buying a house,retirement plans, starting a business and many related issues. 

The author clearly detailed all possibilities and risks involved in each case with examples. It is a good guidance for all "

To buy a house, one should first save at least 20% for making down payment. So, save that much money in 2 or 3 years and then consider purchasing house. EMI should be not more than 50% of income. You should plan accordingly.

Possessing family requires similar planning. Your expenses will double or triple. So, you should be well prepared for it by increasing income and keeping an emergency fund in stock for meeting at least 6 months expenses and delivery expenses and you have to bear the expenses for child education for 21 years. All these require attention. 

China's economic slowdown and effects on India.

My Comment on an article "China's economic slowdown adversely affected India: Raghuram Rajan" published on economictimes.com Dated 21/11/2015 at 5:50 pm.


"True. China has been always our trade partner and any economic slowdown in China will definitely affect our economy also. 

We import so many goods from China which are sold in China Bazaars all over the country, mostly cheap electronic goods and other commodities. 

Saying that their economy does not affect us is absurd. We partner in science and technology also and all these areas get affected."

A Comment on 23.55% increase of pay to central government employees as per 7th Pay Commission

	Your comment on the article ''7th Pay Commission recommends 23.55% hike; OROP for civilians too'' is now displayed on timesofindia.com Dated 19/11/2015 at 11 pm.
	''Happy news for all central government employees. 23.55% increase in pay and accordingly corresponding increases in pension amounts are great welcome news. The link insurance contribution ranges and minimum contribution amounts have also been substantially increased now to cater to their retirement benefits and social security plans.''
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A Comment on Eating out and Telephony gets costlier from 16th November, 2015

My Comment on an article "Swachh Bharat Cess: Eating out, telephony gets costlier from today" published in the economictimes.com Dated 16/11/2015 at 1 pm.


"I think people can afford this much tax from their pockets. 

If you eat food for Rs.1,000 at any restaurant, the new service tax payable will be Rs.58 instead of Rs.56 previously charged till 14th November. So,you are paying only two rupees extra now on a Rs.1,000 bill. 

So, there should not be any grievance at all at this new Swachh Bharat tax."