Shiva - Adiyogi

God Shiva is one of the three top deities, who believed in Hindu mythology existed before the "Big Bang" or universe creation. The Three God Brahma, Vishnu and Shiva are tasked to create, maintain/protect and destroy (balance) the universe respectively.

God Shiva being responsible for balancing the universe (destroying when necessary), possessed and controlling the five elements - Fire (in the form of Third Eye), Water (Believed to be Ganga in top of his head), Earth (in the form of Ash on his body), Sky and Air. He controlled five elements and considered to be powerful among all Gods, as his son Ganesha is also the leader of God's Army and Shiva's wife Parvati, who is god of Strength.

But Not sure many know.... Shiva is actually the first saint who practiced the art of Yoga and responsible for parting the knowledge to all earthly human beings/ Gods. Though as people feel yoga as Aasanas and some twisting the body..but what shiva also taught on pranayam, dhyanam and reaching the ultimate happiness through Yoga.

He is also who is responsible for bringing the dance forms to the earth, hence people adore him as "Nataraja" and his famous dance form is known as "Tandava".

Shiva's life actually shows simplicity, he lives in Himalayas, always in dhyana mudra, snake around his neck and sitting on tiger skin. "Rudrakhas" are his ornaments, uses Three prong weapon called Trishula.

Shivs birthday is celebrated in India by fasting (or eating only advised diet, which healthy) and praying throughout the night. Hindus believe that post mid night the planet position creates lot of Positive energy, so whoever keeps awake and prays...would bring good health.

"Om Namashivaya"

Slumdog Millionaire

I watched yesterday Slumdog Millionaire Movie....Well I liked the movie bcz it is successful in bringing up exploitation of slum children in India and hopefully it helps for NGOs in gathering more funds for Slum development. Moreover, I expect Govt also does their bit in the fire.


The message is very clear...a Slum boy learns every bit of his answer to the question from the life...it is like just using your common sense and life lessons you can be a millionaire one day.



But coming back to the Oscars and whole movie....a bit I did not like the way movie is getting reviews and ratings...

By the time this is read by somebody...the movie might have got the OSCAR. Well the AR Rahaman is a great music director...but I did not find any thing special about Jai Ho... I personally admire ARR, but he has made many songs from Roja to Jodha Akbar and there are many songs far better than the Jai Ho.

Similarly, The movies which knocked the door from true Bollywood like Lagan and movies which mesmerized us "Tare Jameen par"....are much superior to this movie.

Not sure what helped...may be the language...but surely just an above average movie.

Indian Cuisine

Indian Cuisine is as diverse as India and influenced by its rich culture. Largely you can define this in to 4-5 segments.. 1. North Indian (which can cover all Hindi Speaking States) 2. West Indian (Gujarath, Maharashtra etc), 3.South Indian (all Southern States) 4. East Indian (Bengal etc.)

Well North Indian food is largely influenced by the last rulers of India, the Moghuls...it has lot of Tandoor and Grill Items. the Famous Kababs, Tandoor chicken, assorted breads are from this part of the world.

West Indians -Particularly Maharshatrian food varies with in its regions....the Goans food is more spicy than Marathas...Jowari Roti, Vada Pav,Bhel Puri etc...are famous out here.

But Gujarathi food is dominated by Sweets....you might find Jilebis first to eat than rotis..

Similarly South Indian food is dominated by Rice, Sambar, Idly, Dosa, Uttapam etc.... Hyderabad bit again differs because of Nizam influence... the moment you remember Hyderabad...you remember Hyd Biryani.

Well When comes to East India....Bengali food inspires every body from Fish curry, Rasagullas etc..

But Indian cuisine can be broadly divided in to three varieties ..One Main Course, Break Fast/Snacks and Sweets.

The Oil used also different from each state...like Bengalis favours Mustard Oil and Keralites prefer coconut Oil...But health freaks force sunflower oil to their homes.

The primary cooking style also changes from region to region.... Tandoor Style, Deep Fried style, Boiled style, Tawa style etc etc...

The Spices are also used widely in India.....adds to better digestion and health.

But end of the day like Indian culture its food also placed a special mark on this blule planet.

My Ambitions ??

A Few Flash backs....................

If I had not become an Engineer, I would have become an Air Force Pilot.... Very interesting turns and twists in my life...

Inspired by my father, I always wanted to become an electronic engineer, but some where I wanted to become a leader... My childhood favorites are Chatrapati Shivaji and Swami Vivekananda.... Shivaji is known for an aggressive leadership, Swamiji is known for his progressive thought leadership.

After 10th Std...I had got rank in JNTU Polytechnic in ECE, hailing from Nirmal, a small town in northern AP, it was like dream coming true. But you laugh, we could not reach on time for admission counseling, bcz of traffic jam.

It was a god sent....I had to try hard for Engineering....when we got our ranks close to 500...unbeleivable...lot of people in the town adored us study kings .....well from there life never looked back...

After completing engineering, I was looking for Jobs..however, inspired by NCC, I wanted to become a AF pilot....almost cleared the SSB...but fortunate or unfortunate..got a job in CMC and missed serving nation in the Air Force.

But This time also God helped me to be part of writing a new chapter, which helped my country.
I am proud to say today.... I was always lucky enough to be part of pioneering a private X.25 Network, First email in India and First Call Center in India.

Now I keep an ambition of getting to politics......despite...I hate this profession bcz of too much mud slinging on personnel issues, But somewhere, conscious tells...if we do not go...we ourselves helping to criminalize the politics. May be the time comes....god allows me to rewrite some other chapter in life.

God is invisible.....but keeping faith in his eternal energy...never disappoints you.

Hey Ram...Masha Allah.....Jesus....whoever you pray...keep faith my friend.

Focus for Year 2009

We are living in recessionary economy..not for India...for the rest of world, but definitely its gloomy for us, despite posting yoy 6-7% GDP growth. Well India poised to grow at least 6% in this current situation too just below the china. However, Indian consumption is increasing day by day. Despite more than a Billion people, US consumption is far higher than India, because of its value of $$. While Indian consumer market still has shine, but Industrial and services will definitely get a hit with this.

Every organization is focusing on cutting the costs, improving operational efficiencies and increasing the productivity. Need of hour is to completely live frugal life and abandon the lavish expenditure.

But also this the time for acquisitions /Investments in the business to strengthen the portfolios or expand the customer base. Help customers to cut costs, by consolidation etc. and improve margins, thus make them buy more. Focus should be developing the people, so that they can be more productive.

Hope this turns around by at least Q3/Q4 of this year... government pumped money, should yield some results.

But those will survive, who are the fittest.

One year completion in Symantec

11th Feb, 2009...I complete one year in Symantec... It was a pleasure working here.....12 months ago when I took over...lots of things to do...that gave the kick and challenge.

What I liked here is the Empowerment, Independence, Accountability....... Lot of things what I learnt in GE paved the way for success. Again....i keep saying here.. working for GE is nothing less than IIM, Wharton or Harvard. GE shapes people so brilliantly and develops thought leaders, 6 Sigma fuels this development.

Any way, My team supported me very well over here in Symantec.. I am sure, I won their Trust. The culture change we brought, will help us in sailing through high tides. Despite the economic situation, our team is doing fantastic job.

End of the day I thank my team.....and all My Gurus....