........54 PsOW of 1971#VijayDiwas

For those who never returned............

At the entrance of the Dining Hall of NATIONAL DEFENCE ACADEMY (NDA) Asia's Largest Mess, There is a table set for one with chair tilted forward, set for Armed Forces Personnel Who are PsOW and forgotten. In honour of these soldiers, The army has kept the tradition Alive for the past 45 years.

Symbolic reason

Not Just one War, but many in tale,

Where Indian Army proved its mettle and never Failed!

Table Set is small,

Frailty of prisoners is its symbol!

Single rose displayed,

Reminding us of Family and loved ones of In Armed Comrades!

Candle Unlit, Symbol of their Unconquerable Spirit!

The slice of lemon and salt on the bread plate,

Reminding us of their bitter fate and Families' Tears as they wait!

The glass Inverted, As they cannot toast with us this night,

Salute to the braves, tribute to their Lives!!!

The Chair- It is Empty, for those who never returned!

Source- #NDAPune#Indiatimes

Blooming Bitcoins-When Market is Showing Enormous Energy,Know its Basic insight!!!

Bitcoins have always been subject matter of controversy and debate, right from the source of its generation to now its price speculation.

Not that bitcoins are trending in headlines for past few days as it has seen historic rise in its price, but it has always hit the news with major changes taking up in the country with regards to its trading. 

Bitcoin, an online currency produced (mined) using the cryptography program is catching people's fancy. As on 4th Jan, 2017 bitcoin was trading at nearly $1018.32 per unit. This could really convince the massive and sudden spike as it crossed $10,000 per unit in past 3 days. Incredible gain!!

Cryptocurrency traded at an all time high of $11,377.

How are these Generated?

Bitcoin is like gold in many ways. Bitcoins cannot be generated arbitrarily. It has to be mined via digital means. There are only 21 million bitcoins that can be mined in total. Sources say that closing up to 80% of the finite supply has been brought into circulation already. Its a mathematical calculation that approximately 7200 BTC is generated per day considering 50 BTC per block and each block takes nearly 10 min to solve in a day of 24 hrs. Most bitcoins are mined in china, which has emerged as the largest market.

How far India Recognises Bitcoins?

The RBI has Maintained that bitcoin is not a currency, however trading in bitcoins are not illegal in India.Bitcoin trading takes place through recognised exchanges, in india there are four bitcoin exchanges Zebpay, Unocoin, BTCX India and coinsecure.

Bitcoin like gold, has emerged as a tool to hedge dollar risks. Two big consumers India and China have started discouraging gold demand. Import and trading norms.Interest in India picked up after demonetisation and at one time in mid-November bitcoin was trading at 40% premium. 

http://www.forbesindia.com/article/startups/zebpay-and-its-big-bet-on-bitcoins/48473/1?utm_content=buffer387dc&utm_medium=social&utm_source=facebook.com&utm_campaign=buffer

 Getting versed with Blockchains.

Any currency requires universal recognition of its value and location and features that cannot be replicated. All these features were translated into the ledger for the bitcoins, known as distributed ledger in blockchain parlance.

In common currency, exchange of value takes place with physical exchange. In bitcoins, the exchange of value occurs as ownership information is instantly published everywhere in all connected blocks using cryptographic hash functions. Security feature in digital currency is monitored using unique hash value for each message of transaction. The technology ensures that this value tag cannot be duplicated and any tampering becomes immediately evident.

Basic features of blockchain as told by Mrutyunjay Mahapatra(Deputy Managing Director, SBI) are

1. Sharing Capabilities: It can be user defined, Peer to peer, Top down or bottom up.

2. Transactions are bitcoin origined.

3. Tamper proof ledger of record keeping.

4. Efficiency and Speed are the USPs of this technology.

5. Normal trading cycle comes down from 10 days to two.

Other markets remain highly critical about bitcoins, it has also been noted that, unless bitcoins are used for ordinary transactions, 'it could be just another fad'.

INSV TARINI- an empowerment of women in Indian Armed Forces

While Special group of people in India are busy Shaming other's body figure, dressing sense and an interview given with an open heart, there is this one Purest and beautiful act in the empowerment of women shaming all the taboos relating to their incapabilities.

No, India is moving out of an era where works for women were prescribed and limited, but not yet moved out of some sensitive issues where society expects women to back off.

In India, Girls going out at night, partying with friends, Traveling solo would be considered as 'Characterless'. These things are not meant for girls, this is what our society thinks and they are not wrong as well (to certain extent). Issue is not being time,place or job specific, issue is being Gender specific, no matter what the job is.

Feminism is about an 'Action to be taken' and not about a 'Reaction to be given'. So in a move signalling the new era of women empowerment, Newly appointed  Defence Minister Nirmala Sitharam Flagged off an all-Women Navy team in Panaji attempting to Circumnavigate the Globe.

For the first time ever, an all-Women crew 'Navika Sagar Parikrama' of Indian Navy will embark on a global journey on an Indian sailing vessel INSV Tarini.

This is for girls who stay up all night,

for those who are willing to fight,

for hidden fears, hurt, pain &  tears,

under the smiles, laughs and giggles we hear

you throw, you pick up and fall,

Just tell the world, I'm Beautiful,

Because i am a girl!

             

                                        - Shahrukh Khan

Encounter with 'the Uniform'!

Maithli Pant(Fictional Name) is just like any other girl, like you and me.This is her story, story of a girl who like any other girl find 'Men in uniform' as the most handsome male species on this earth. 

I was getting ready in our dressing room in front of mirror. And then I saw 'The uniform',Right behind. Yes I had put it there just to ensure your presence. No, don't worry, I brush it everyday just like you would do. I remember, you used to say, for men in uniform, Country comes first, rest all are secondary!! It's their pride.

I was about to apply the eye liner, and one of those amongst the pretty memories flashed in. remember, once you  said, Girl, 'dreams are not those which we see with our closed eyes in a sound sleep, but dreams are seen with eyes open which never let's you sleep'.These were the words of Late Dr.Kalam whom you always followed.

I kept the liner down at the table and allowed all the memories to come in line, lowered my eyes and sat there for few seconds.

Remember the off duty days when you used to be home, you kept on telling the stories of your postings, what you did, how you did it ,which you had already  written in the letters you shared. But telling it again and again made you so proud, and you used to say, No life is better than the life serving for the country and our people.

Though I don't have much memories with you , I  do have yours preserved in the form of letters.

Your insecurity, your respect towards the uniform developed a sense of gratitude in me, you being my strength, my love. 

Today I am moving ahead and you are not here to hold my hand, to make me believe, i won't let anyone down. I miss you and I wish you were here, Papa!!

Tears rolling down my eyes prevented me to apply my eye liner. The only thing left now.

Had you been here, you would have seen how beautiful your daughter is looking. The day when I needed you the most. Never mind, you taught me enough to be as elegant as beautiful bride and at the same time as strong as you.

I gently applied the eye liner. Got up in the front of mirror, looked at his uniform behind, raising my hand in salutation and wishing if he was here to listen 

Capt.Mathili Rajeswar Pant reporting, Sir!!!!!

Yes, you were right, I didn't feel the worth of this uniform uptill today, when I own it.

Yes Papa, I did not  fall for man in uniform, I rather chose to be 'Women in it'

National capital on high alert!!NCR turns Into Internal Warzone!!!

Will a Tweet urging to maintain peace, work in India? Setting a train on fire in delhi's Anand Vihar, attacking buses, railway stations, power grid and petrol pumps in Haryana. Attacking civilians to death is a sign of intolerance. No doubt, It takes a great deal in handling internal issues in a country diversed with religion having different gods to worship, still instances of violence are deeply distressing.

Is it the failed law and order existing in the country , when even after imposing sec 144* in several parts of delhi, situation has not come under control or people tend not to care about the imposition?

*Sec 144 under criminal procedure code empowers a executive magistrate to prohibit the assembly of more than four people in an area. Maximum punishment for engaging in rioting situation is rigorous imprisonment with fine.

Many areas in north have been imposed with curfew and schools, colleges and offices to remain close. India is celebrating auspicious festival of Ganesh Chaturthi and people in NCR are getting distressed on their Godman been convicted for Rape case in 2002. Well, Justice too lately just to face internal chaos after 15 years.The fact no matter what, law does the justice, Right or wrong decision cannot be decided by creating havoc internally.

26 July#Respect to the Martrys on 17th KargilVijayDiwas!!!

'They allowed their Soul to Rest so that Country can live in Peace'  

527 Soldiers from Indian Armed Forces Sacrificed their lives during the War

Post India-Pakistan War of 1971, there had been a direct armed conflicts involving the military forces of these neighbors. In an attempt to control the escalating tensions and conflicts due to terror activities in kashmir, both the countries signed the Lahore declaration in February 1999. This was intended to provide peaceful and bilateral solution to the Kashmir Conflict.

However, infiltration of the pakistani armed forces and paramilitary forces into the territory of India beyond LOC(Line of control)  with an aim of forcing Indian military to withdraw from Siachen Glacier and  settle the Kashmir border dispute. This movement gave kashmir dispute an international look with a pressure to resolve it at the earliest.

Government of India, Vinal Sharma responded with operation Vijay and with the mobilisation of 2,00,000 Indian Troops, finally war outbroke which ended on 26 july,1999

This event is named after the success of 'Operation Vijay' on 26 July 1999 celebrated in the honour of Kargil War Heroes. War which was fought for more than 60 days took the toll of lives at both the ends. On this day, Prime Minister of India pays homage to the soldiers at Amar Jawan Jyoti at India Gate every year and it is also celebrated in the Kargil-Drass sector. 

Everyone by now are well aware about the Gallantry Awards offered to the Kargil War Heroes. While paying tribute and respect to all of them , lets Recall some of their sacrifices and salute their Bravery.

Aged 19, Grenadier Yogendra Singh Yadav, Youngest person to be awarded Param Vir Chakra, Highest Military Honour in India.

Captain Manoj Kumar Pandey

Captain Manoj Kumar Pandey 1/11 Gorkha Rifles awarded the highest military honour for his courage he showed at the crucial moment of attack on Jubar Top, Khalubar Hills. Considered as important due to its strategic location.

Captain Vikram Batra

Often Referred as 'Sher Shah', Captain Vikram Batra led the most toughest operation in mountain Warfare in Indian History, Awarded PVC (Param Vir Chakra).

Graduated from National Defense Academy (90th Course, Echo Squadron) Captain Anuj Nayyar Awarded Maha Vir Chakra, Second Highest Gallantry award.

Some of the few lesser known who gave India a decisive victory on one such battle fought for the capture of Tiger Hill.

Supreme Sacrifice by getting hit with Volley of bullets, ensuring the enemy suffered the major losses and helped minimise losses to his own forces Captain Jerry Prem Raj awarded with Vir Chakra.

Captain Jerry Prem Raj

In the crucial moment of company commander being injured and second in command fatally wounded, Captain Shashi Bhushan Ghidiyal, took the lead , guided the troop and prevented the enemy counter attack sustaining the gun shot wounds. Awarded Vir chakra.

Strategically important area Ledge was captured due to his heroics, Subedar Raghunath singh, Killed 2 intruders in Hand-to-Hand fight, and kept Firing on the fleeing enemy with utter disregard of personal safety, Awarded Vir Chakra.

Sustaining the Sever injury in the leg, continued to motivate his team and advanced towards the target, he himself fired sniper and LMG (Light Machine Gun) Killing the enemy. He refused to get evacuated knowing the fact that his evacuation would lead to mission failure due to reduced army strength.Showing utmost dedication to duty and self sacrifice ensured completion of the mission. Havildar Sis Ram Gill, Awarded Vir chakra.

'If death strikes before I prove my blood,I swear,I will kill death'- Captain Manoj Kumar Pandey PVC

Salute to those who live a life Less Ordinary!!!

If only Mental health was seen as clearly as physical health!!!!!

'Keep me in your memory leave out all the rest'

No i am not Chester Bennington's fan, nor do i follow his songs. Well he was surely the hearthrobe of many and  that,today his fanclub went Numb by his suicide, i thought of going through his wiki.

Well for those who belong to my clan of not knowing him, he was an American singer and song writer best known as Lead singer of the Famous Band 'Linking Park'. He was a drug Addict, Father of six and was Physically abused twice. Once at a tender age of 7 and then in a school. In an Interview once he said, 'I was knocked around like a Rag doll for being skinny and looking different'.

Depression Kills! yes it does. And many of us go through it at various stages in life. You never know when you get dragged down in the darkness. Its a slow poison and starts when you stop speaking out. Nothing to be shameful about a mental illness. Suffering a mental illness doesn't mean you need to be admitted to Mental Asylum. In today's time every single person out here is having some sort of frustration. Right from Teenage heartbreak, True love being ditched, Falling for one sided love, Work dissatisfaction, Professional Distress to  Marital and Family Issues. 

People who are Famous, Rich, Successful are not necessarily happy. It never takes a materialist thing to give you happiness, for me one cup of tea would serve best! What is for you?

Folks, Its not "lazy" when you cant appeal yourself to get out of your bed, because your busy mind kept you awake all night and you are too exhausted to face the day. Its not "Being antisocial" when at last minute you are not able to attend the event that's been planned for months now because your heart is racing and walls are closing in.

People battle it for years, and believe me you never understand looking at their silent face when they actually are yelling within. Lot more could be hidden behind that beautiful smile. a lot more remains like an untold story behind every silent breath that actually needs to come out in words. It takes over your life and by the time you feel you are alright, you get killed. Killed by your thoughts, your own action. You kill yourself when you disown "you".

There are blogs like 'Art of living with depression'. Hell you need to live with it. Why cant it be eradicated completely? 

13 Reasons why? the famous Netflix series on a girl who committed a suicide after suffering from demoralizing circumstances. It was trending for some time now amongst the youngsters. Great move to strongly portray the reasons for suicide, but did it affect the youngsters on a positive ground?

Its 13 reasons why, i killed myself. Why not, 13 Reasons why, i survived!!

Its not the first time when its been talked about. Well appreciated Deepika Padukone came foreward to share her story about her battle with depression. She said, She felt empty and directionless. So do we. She didn't backout to get the medication for her depression, why do we? 

For her, Angel to get her out was her mother. See one for yourself. Medication need not be in a tablet it can come in small packages generally know as parents, siblings, trusted friends, nature, travel, shopping, movies etc. You just need to speakout!!

Famous line in the best selling book 'the secret' conveys one beautiful message 'There is a truth deep down inside of you that has been waiting for you to discover it, and that truth is this: you deserve all good things life has to offer'-Rhonda Byrne.

No doubt life has to offer you death as well, But then everything has its right time!

I would Suggest Reading 'The Alchemist" life changing book by Paulo Coelho. If not the book then visit http://agrawalshivangi.blogspot.in/2016/03/pursuing-your-personal-legend_88.html.
He says, 'If you want something, entire universe conspires in helping you achieve it'. You just need to take a step ahead, ask for it.

Suicide is seen amongst all the age groups, Stop it at Tender age. Be "SAD"- Student Against Depression and don't be sad, We are there to help you.

Lets Talk - Period Perfect!!!

Yes, it is that Taboo that wont go away!!! Shocking to know that its a Taboo even amongst the women. Why such an embarrassment, awkwardness and shame around a natural bodily function.Stop worrying and learn to speak more openly about them.

Hiding a sanitary napkins in our handbag and cautiously moving to the loo, worrying if someone sees it, isn't it rediculous!!! As if the evidence that we are in our that time of the month is something to be ashamed of.

Yes, periods can be a pain in the uterus, but don't let it be a  pain in our head, Though in any case painful body is the new cool during those days and nothing can be done except craving for dark choclates!!

Firstly, stop calling it a problem! Having a proper menstrual cycle is not a problem, not having them is what should be your matter of concern Man!!

Don't make a girl uncomfortable because of her period. Atleast not by giving her the paid leaves, as if the same is something which is unusual. How will you manage the paid leave of every girl every month, Please rather go and manage your GST queries!!

It sometimes gets difficult for a girl herself to follow her track, yes sometimes it gets Offtrack dude. How will these corporates announcing  paid leaves for their day of the month manage, probably by taking out one more App.  

It isn't a rocket science to understand period pain. yes, its hell. but doesn't need super extra care. Had that been the case, girls wouldn't have come so ahead of men getting into every field, right from being a house wife to the pilot for the fighter Jet.

Here is what is trending today evening!! Nothing can be worse than having a paid leave for our periods. Man, we were very well planned with our chores, do at any point of the month, any of your work got a set back. okay, set back due to menstrual cycle?? No, i guess. Would you plan your monthly book closures following our monthly cycle??

"Sea of blood", "Mountain of Pain", "Snack Bar", 'Undue cravings and confused mood Swings'. Yes we go through all these, but our schedules cannot be planned looking at it, Right? would that be a case, i would rather ask the attacking country to attack after 3 days, as Our girl pilot is in those days of her month, won't be able to counter attack wont find a better replacement. Or ask Sindhu, Saina Nehwal, Sania Mirza to take a back and rest, lets not dream for a win, since we cant change the game schedule we can offer you a leave. Or to those 11 Girls cricket Squad who won recently. May be "N" number of examples.

Pain is just a part of life, not once in a while. We are blessed with it, because we are worth it. Don't just consider it as our weakness, Its the strength, which you men cant even imagine!!!

No doubt, going so bold and writing about it takes a great deal of courage, still i am doubtful of posting it to all the men in my list. This is again the effect of the Taboo, remove this not the fear of pain. We don't need rest, we need to talk!!

http://www.indiatimes.com/news/india/two-indian-companies-are-now-endorsing-paid-menstrual-leave-for-all-their-women-employees-325566.html

CASTE BASED RESERVATION- PHASE II

‘HINDI MEDIUM’  one of the best movie of 2017 so far depicting the true nature of Delhi's High class society towards Reservations.

‘Measuring merit, without equal schooling is incorrect’.

In Central Government funded higher education institutions,  22.5% seats are reserved for SC and ST which has now been proudly raised to 49.5% by welcoming 27% reservation for OBC’s.

Constitution prohibits the untouchability and promotes equality and this obligates to make special provision for their  betterment. Primary objective being the enhancement of the underprivileged communities and thus improve their lives. Or rather we have mistaken it. Reservations are protection against war of casteism. No definition of  the underprivileged has anything to do only with lower caste. It can so happen with open category, rather the deserved one having no sufficient source of income and a dire need of better education qualification. Who in the end has to fight first against the 50% reserved categories and then against the best coaching classes which they cannot afford. In other way, Jains although a minority are not  socially backward in india, many excel in various parameters.

Where on one side, IAS turns out to be the top most and most rewarded Examinations which actually has to be on merit but these categories of reservation make them tough nut to crack to those who cannot beat it by lesser margin. Be it Best law colleges, or IIT’s. This is a well discussed topic while taking CAT as well, but after that, everything becomes a matter of how well you perform.

She is from SC category, cutoff for SC was 94, had she been from general category, she would have not been able to write mains. Ankit Srivastav scored more than her in all aspects.

With no offence to the lower caste categories, some people take undue advantage of these reservations and without hurting the sentiments, manipulations in India is not a rocket science. Its a well understood fact and denying it is just ignorance of a loophole in the education system.

Many people argue for income based reservation. It would make little sense to replace caste based reservation with income based reservation. Well with that lookout, even an income based reservation system shall be subject matter of dispute. And Question arises, whether there should be any reservation or not? Quality education is itself a matter of question, if its not received by the lower caste people it might not be received by open category as well. When education is not bifurcated based on caste then, why there is reservation to get the same education.  Reservation and quality education are two different things dealing with same emotions.

Families already enjoying reservation for 2-3 generations, who are wealthy enough to provide quality education, shouldn’t they be exempted from this reservation? again a matter of litigation.

In its Sixth Ambedkar memorial lecture, 2016, PM Narendra Modi said ‘ Reservation is a right nobody can snatch’. Lets see how the reservations get 'MODIfied'.

India might need caste based reservation, but with no doubt present system needs some solid modifications to make sure the right people are benefited from it. 

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CASTE BASED RESERVATION PHASE I

ऊंच नीच  ज़ात कुछ कोणी होवे है 

काली गोरी गाए को  दूध  एक्सो होवे  है !!!

Freedom is a gift of democracy and our constitution has gifted it to us ‘We the people’. Well said, US has developed Economy far more better than Indian Economy because they hire the deserved one’s and Indians hire Reserved one’s. In the country where our constitution says that India is a secular state . Secularity, equality and integrity are the basis on which we have our strong preamble. World look at us as the strongest and youngest human resource with good number of them working in medical and technological field. India has lessened its human resource strength by limiting its outrage by the reservation, where india believe that it has given daily bread to the weaker section of the society however, harsh fact is that bread has been taken away from the open category and handed over to the reserved category.

Also known as positive discrimination, it is intended to favour historically disadvantaged castes and tribes. The basic objective is to enhance the social and educational status  of underprivileged communities with an aim of improving their lives.

Once Stepping stone for india before independence has now become one of the major roadblocks which has the effects as good as termites have in the woods. It is not only making the entire education system hallow but also limiting the scope of economic and financial growth.

Well deserved open category have to pay lakhs and the one belonging to the lower caste will reap the fruits with both, Reserved seats and lowers fees.

Reservation is dividing the society leading to discrimination and conflicts creating disparity and differences amongst the people. Fundamental right also has this one out of seven rights which states that every child shall have right to education. Yes, they do have with obviously pinch of reservation.

Gone were the days where the lower caste people had no money to survive and take  good education, however they had enough amount of talent  which couldn’t be left unrecognised. To remove castiesm and to bring them at Par with upper class people, reservation system came into picture. Reservations were made with an intention to bring equality however it left behind fundamental principle of justice. Equality is not justice.

Entire story of reservation can be understood from the diagram laid below

From the above picture its clear that Population belonging to open category comprises of 75% and seats available to them gets divided with a share of 51% and remaining 49% belongs to the reseverd category. Apart from this reservation hustle and bustle, private colleges have started their own reservation criteria which is further more disappointing. Unecessary increase in the competition without quality and custom being improved at the same pace is what is making students loose faith in the education system.

To be continued..................

Man of her Dreams!!

I was getting married that day. No, I was not excited. Trust me a Girl is excited only by the thought of getting married, on her marriage day she is just terrified. Okay, agreed!! I was terrified unlike other girls. 

Must agree, best thing about Indian culture is exquisiteness. My marriage was not just an occasion for my family members, for them it was that larger than life celebration they were longing for almost 24 years. I was happy seeing the satisfaction on their faces. And why I shouldn’t be? If my parents can dream of a happy marriage for me, I have also dreamt of them being more happy than me on my wedding day. And they were!!

Everyone who came inside my room had two emotions, First being ‘Amazed’, With smile on their face “ she grown out to be so beautiful, She grew up so fast!!” and the second being the “Heart break-skip a beat emotion” with tears in their eyes. “ she grown out to be so beautiful, She grew up so fast!!”

Well, Credit for my look must have gone to my beautician. She managed to make me look like the best bride on this earth that day. Exactly the way I had thought. Heavy embellished lehenga with embroidered silk and gold work. Jwellery stood equal in competition. Fingerlet, kundan neckpiece, gold nath etc. and all the important jewels elegantly loaded on me. I had my first look after I was done with my eye makeup. For me out of entire attire, this was the best jewel. Dreams filled in with elegance in those pretty eyes made me fall for myself. Those eyes also had many secrets hidden which made it look even more beautiful and more mature.

I was busy touching up everytime I found anything was going light, and then suddenly I received a message!! It was from him.

Yes, bride’s best passtime after she gets ready is going through the messages and feeling right there, that this is a last message as a Miss before becoming ‘Mrs’.I know its lame, but it is!!

Okay, so it’s him. 'I want to meet you. Right now!!.'

I asked him to come inside where I was getting ready, if it is possible. Well that was the only option he had.

He knocked the door, I asked everyone to give me a moment and they all left. I don’t know how he managed to come inside in such hustle bustle. Did anyone ask him, why he wants to meet me now? Or didn’t anyone stop him while yelling,"You are not allowed! Why are you going inside??" Etc etc…

While all these questions were taking over my mind I also had this weird kind of anxiety!! And that awkward feeling!! Looking at myself in the mirror and wondering if….and there he was…

He was left stunned!! Ofcourse! I looked that beautiful. He couldn’t take his eyes off me and he kept on starring while he moved ahead. I couldn’t bear the sight and I lowered my eyes. With a mixed feeling and my heart beating faster than ever before, I somehow gathered courage and tried to look up into his eyes trying to decode what he wanted to tell, what was so important he needed to tell me right before the marriage?

Sound of his footsteps coming close to me gave me goosebumps. I again looked down and pretended to be calm.

Suddenly, everytime spent together , every chat we had, everything we shared over the call, every little thing we cared for started flashing in front of my eyes. He stood in front of me, lifted up my face, his hand below my chin.

I couldn’t stop rolling out all my secrets. And him, witnessing them. There was  a moment of silence.

He leaned forward and with soft spoken voice in my ears I heard him saying,“ Today I woke up and realised that you were perfect!!! That Guy is lucky to know that already. You have got your man.” The hammering of his words so hard in my ears that he could have sensed it in my silent tears.

He had no further words to say but I could see it in his eyes, he had lot many things to say.

A knock on the door signified I had to leave for the ceremony. And I bid him a good bye which I never wanted to.

-Thankyou Shiwani Agrawal, Jyoti Lalwani and Pooja Shirke...

M S Dhoni- Leader like no other

As rightly said ‘Genius is one who knows when to stop.’

In 9 years of captaincy Mahendra Singh Dhoni has emerged as one of India’s most successful captain this cricket crazy country has seen.

BCCI chairman of selectors MSK Prasad today Praised the outgoing captain Mahendra Singh Dhoni at a press after announcing Indian ODI and T-20 International teams of the Series against England with Virat Kohli being made captain with return of Yuvraj Singh in the team. He Said ‘We know what Mahi is all about, he is a captain by nature, a leader from the front’. Virat who is all set to take over the captaincy across all formats paid Glowing tribute to his predecessor M S Dhoni for being an inspirational leader and terming him ‘ Captain forever’.

‘Captain cool’ as he is fondly called, has guided the team to numerous Victory including ICC world cup Twenty-20 in year 2007, CB series of 2007-2008, The Asia Cup in the year 2010, 2011 ICC cricket World Cup, 2013 ICC Champions Trophy along with many more in the line since his captaincy. The recipient of the India’s fourth highest civilian honour Padma Shri and still a Modest and Humble captain is a combination rarely seen.

Virat is doing an excellent job in test matches but the pressure of ODI captaincy is different. Sources say that MS Dhoni be around while Virat takes his first few steps as the limited-over captain.

Dhoni’s  decision though not surprising has left many fans in the country and around the world extremely emotional.

Ever since the announcement of his stepping down as the captain, Social media is flooded with people wishing Dhoni the best. India’s Cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar applauded Dhoni saying ‘It’s a day to celebrate his successful career and respect his decision’ and hailed him as a steady and a decisive leader.

Some of the best tweets from around the world and country clearly display MS Dhoni is Leader in a team and Ruler of hearts. The coolest and modest Captain buzzing and trending once again in the social media. Some of the mastertweets are as under:

1.  #DhoniFan :Between ‘who is this new player with long hair’ to #thankyoudhoni we grew up.
2.  #DhoniFan :You don’t learn Leadership quality in Institution. A two year dropout in a school and still a best leader.
3. @bhogleharsha :Many memories, many emotions. But typical of a man who never hogged the limelight; even as captain of a worldcup winning team. 
4. @itsSSR (Sushant Singh Rajput): There is no one like you. You are the reason for millions of smiles. Take a bow my captain. 
5. @saakshiSRawat (Sakshi Singh): there are no mountains high enough to stop you from climbing. Proud of you!!.
6.  @imVkohli: Thanks for always being the leader a youngster wants to have around him. You will always be my captain.

In an action packed captaincy of 9 years, Dhoni has seen many ups and downs and has also succeeded in all three formats of the game including IPL. As he slowly but surely walks into the sunset, Mahi is making sure that unlike the first part of his career , his later steps are well- rehearsed and well-timed.

Previous day has to end for a new dawn to break the silence. Virat Kohli Era Begins-Named Captain of England series and henceforth. All Eyes on the ODI against England to be played in Pune on 15 January 2017.