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How could I have been so naive. I look at myself 2,3 years ago and think "wow what an annoying ,self centered, stupid kid". I sometimes look at the old myx audition video and think "Damn what a dumb ass". So I have no problem with people making fun of it cause it was stupid. Well I think I had good intentions but didn't really know how to perfect them. But don't get me wrong, I not once regretted that challenge. Ya it might be a joke now and I can totally laugh about it but that incident gave me some perspective of who I was and what I've become. So if I could go back I would not change a thing.
What's important is what I've made of that experience and who I have become now. Past is past. Now, if untill now I think of myself as someone great or feel to be in the center of attention,then we have a problem. I see people my age or older who still think everything is about them. Just want to say this,hope no one gets offended...
Calm yo tits and look here, I dont give a rats ass about your life. Does it look like I care about what you do at an everyday basis? NO. So stop assuming everything is about you. Cause its not
Ahhhh..Ok.. That felt good. This is in no way portraying to one individual. This is going out to ALL self obsessed brats. And if you feel like this is going out to you then take it like a man. Change for the better. Because no one is a saint. I probably am still self obsessed too but what I'm trying to get at is that I've become a little less of that than before. Baby steps. And you should take that step with me too.
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It's not that I'm selfish to share my ideas but I've been taken advantage by 1 of the girl of a group related to the sitcom you last worked with... and usually when I got those kinds of experiences, I always make sure that they will never happen again. It's just like in the lyrics of "Waiting On The World To Change":
"It's not that we don't care, we just know that the fight ain't fair."Damn the post was good. A lot of people live in a conceited outlook where they think its all about them. The cold hard truth is the sun will shine tomorrow whether they are here or not. This aint The Truman Show with a million hidden cameras. But what we do in the present will send ripples into our future. Just sayin'.
ReplyDeleteRepliesThats very true. Even if that person is a big shot not everyone cares about that individual. A somebody can always be a nobody to some.
DeleteTrue that.... In the movie Batman Begins it was said that "It's not who I am underneath, but what I do that defines me." Awesome blog btw. Great read so far and full of substance.
Bravo. That rant must have felt good. Write more crap like this and this one fan will love you even more.
ReplyDeleteMiss Jinri what you said is inspirational. Just remember your not alone and there are others who are in more trouble now than any one of us yet continue to be strong. And you are a Strong person I believe. and a very strong woman =)
ReplyDeleteIt's cool to hear your keeping it real...breaking the fourth wall and all...life can be rough at times and what you shared defines your unique (smart and sexy)...makes you tons more 'attractive' in my book to say the least...keep up the fight!...Himdeun geol!!!
ReplyDeleteEverything happens for a reason. I watched your myx audition. It not funny but fun. You were just starting back then now look at you now. So proud of you Jinri. Keep up with your writing. It a good read here.
ReplyDeleteDefinitely digging the message here. I'll admit I've had moments where i just wanted to only care about myself. And hopefully like you, I can make most experiences whether good or bad a lesson to keep and use for later.
ReplyDeletenot all people can admit or even stop and realize that they are doing something wrong. hands off to you, Jinri!
ReplyDeleteNow this I like. I used to think along the same line as well. I thought I was invincible, then life hits you hard. Made me realize I wasn't all that.
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The lessons are based on the following themes: "What do Baha'is believe?"; "Where and how do Baha'is practice their Faith?"; and "The history of the Baha'i Faith".
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The X-factor showed why Saturday. Ike Diogu got an opportunity to show the potential that had been much-discussed since he was traded from Golden State to the Indiana Pacers, leading a fourth-quarter comeback ...Join the discussion below, or Read more at The Indianapolis Star.
Feb 4, 2007
Well, that was a nice win in a back-to-back. Another team win with individual achievement that was overshadowed by the team concept.
Give Coach a bit of credit tonight. In a game where foul trouble prevailed, we did as well. Nice win, Rick and Team! 5 games over .500 and ALOT of home games this month. With some good breaks, we could gains some ground or lead the East by month's end. Wouldn't that be a treat? |
Feb 4, 2007
IN the past, this team would have mailed in the second game, but these guys fought through some double digit deficits.
Congrats. Isn't it now 6 out of the last 7 games? With GS coming to town? This should be fun to see Jackson give some up some easy points to the Pacers by complaining about no-calls. |
Feb 4, 2007
The Pacers played with a lot of heart because Memphis was hitting everything and parading to the line. I couldn't believe some of the prayers they were hitting. Nevertheless, the Pacers showed this team is for real. Ike was the man and gives this team some punch they didn't have with their previous lineup. This team is deep and talented and most importantly....COACHABLE. Tinsley was awesome...Jermaine was awesome...Granger..Dunleavy... even Harrison came back with some STRONG minutes. With all of these interchangeable parts the Pacers will WIN THE EAST.
Great win!! Let's keep it rolling. Coach |
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Feb 4, 2007
It's nice to see Pacer basketball again.
Feb 4, 2007
All who have red my post in the past know I am not a big Tinsley fan. But during the night about a week or two ago something mysterious happened in the Circle City.
I was in my backyard and observed a suspicous light coming from the sky, I gazed in amazement as the light seemed to focus in on a particular location of the city. For days I pondered this event and was affraid to even speak of it. The next night I settled in my easy chair to watch the Pacers play the Pistons. As the game progressed a player wearing Pacer uniform bearing the name Tinsley and starting at point gaurd was on the court. I knew he looked like Tinsley but something was different, this player was actually playing NBA caliber point gaurd and doing it for 3.5 quarters. And then it happened, two crucial turnovers in the clutch snapped me back to reality. Nope that really is Tinsley out their. I still pondered those 3.5 quaters and wondered if it was possible that this could be some sign. Then it happened, this Tinsley went on a multiple game streak of actually showing some NBA caliber talent. I was amazed baffled and actually a little excited (after all above all I am a Pacer Fan) I then recalled the strange light. I did some research and discovered the location of the light was very close to the location of Tinsley's Indiana residents. Could it be that beings from another planet came to Carlisle, Bird and Walshes rescue took Tinsley into their private vessel and instilled some talent? This is the only explanation possible. After years of watching the point gaurd position cost this team, It is the only plausible explanation. So I thank the beings of superior basketball talent for looking kindly on this long suffering franchise. And as long as it last it we will appreciate it. |
Feb 4, 2007
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Feb 4, 2007
So, do u guys miss Jackson and Artest?
Is it really like battered wife syndrome with new found freedom? |
Feb 4, 2007
Dunleavy will break your heart. Trust me on this. He can't shoot, plays no defense, doesn't rebound, is soft, and plays with a dumbfounded look on his face. Because of that look refs don't respect him.
I love Troy Murphy and miss him with the Warriors. Nelson never game him a chance but he is too slow for the Warriors running offense. Problem is, except for Andris Biedrins, the Warriors have no rebounding. You can't run if you don't have the ball. This is going to be called the Ike Diagu trade in the end. |
Feb 5, 2007
Oh, sure. We'll believe some kid like you who continually posts the same trash. Make a big change. Do something productive with you life. |
Feb 5, 2007
Oh Phil, thanks for calling me a kid. I'm 56.
Great first half tonight for Dunleavy. 1 for 7 shooting. |
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"True piracy of intellectual property is a big problem generated by criminals. We strongly believe in protecting intellectual property but not by demonizing ordinary consumers."
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Enjoy lake rights to a lovely sandy beach with off-shore float and separate boat launch area. Swim or fish in the pristine waters of this large private lake or use our 15-foot canoe or 3 kayaks to explore the winding shoreline and secluded bays. Take in breathtaking mountain views while being entertained by the lake's namesakes - the magnificent loons. Hiking trails abound and part of the lakeshore and surrounding woods is untouched forest.
The chalet is warmly decorated Adirondack style with knotty pine on the main floor and spacious loft. In addition to a fully equipped kitchen with new stove, new refrigerator and a dishwasher, the main floor has a full bath, master bedroom with king size bed (or two twins) and a second bedroom with queen size bed. The loft functions as a third bedroom providing separate sleeping with three twin beds. The living room boasts a fireplace and large picture window, satellite TV and DVD/VCR. A full screened in porch is a wonderful place for quiet reading, morning coffee or nighttime star gazing. You might even catch sight of a deer feeding at the edge of our large grassy lawn. A small, open deck off the screened in porch has a gas grill for your convenience or build a campfire in our fire ring and toast marshmallows. There is a picnic table and firewood is provided.
The lower level of the house can sleep 3-4 with a queen sofabed and a full sofa bed. These additional beds, along with a second full bath with shower, make this a very comfortable vacation home for up to 8 people (maximum). The spacious lower level is also a great "family room" with a large screen HDTV, DVD/VCR as well as a foosball table and a variety of games and movies.
Located 25 minutes north of the village of Saranac Lake, Loon Lake is only 35 minutes from the Olympic Village of Lake Placid. Here you can visit the Olympic Center and ski jumps, take a virtual ride on the bobsled and luge runs or hike along High Falls Gorge on the nearby Ausable River. A gondola ride up the world famous Whiteface Mountain is only a few minutes away. Golf, rock-climb, horseback ride or just relax and enjoy the incredible surroundings. And, if you are so inclined, there is shopping and dining galore.
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Our caretaker lives nearby to provide added peace of mind.
Bill and I grew up on Long Island, New York. We camped in the Adirondack Mountains from the time we were children and took our own children to the mountains when they were less than 2 months old. We both love this incredible area and owning this wonderful chalet was a lifelong dream, come true, for us.
It offers total privacy, yet so close to the lake! I can sit by the fireside and feel as if I am alone in the woods or walk down the hill to watch the sunset over the lake... with a glass of wine in hand...
Adults can sit serenely on the screened in porch or look out the picture window from the living room, listening to music (or the sounds of nature), while children play in the large family room downstairs...room for everyone to sleep, eat, and enjoy themselves!
This is the third summer we have spent at the Loon's Nest with our children and grandchildren. We love the seclusion of the cottage, yet easy access to the lake. The chalet is spacious with all the amenities of home, can comfortably fit 8, the private setting made for quiet evenings, and the screened in porch is great to relax on and listen to the animals. Our granddaughter calls it the mansion in the woods and loves "camping" in the loft. It's a short walk to the beach and having the canoe and kayaks let us explore Loon Lake and discover the rope swing. Lake Placid is an easy 30 minute drive and if you like to hike, many of the High Peaks are within range, including Mount Marcy. The owners are extremely easy to work with and provided directions and lots of information on the area. We had a great vacation, enjoyed the secluded setting, but were close enough to everything we wanted to experience in the Adirondacks.
My husband and I stayed for 7 nights and we thought we were in heaven. We were so impressed by Loon's Nest. It was beautifully decorated, very clean and well stocked with everything you would need. The renting process and easy and friendly and Linda was a joy to work with. Thank you for sharing your home with us. We would come back again.
The property feels like home the minute you walk in. It is very welcoming, clean and well maintained. It is very private and has a lovely yard for play catch, badminton and volley ball.
Loved sitting on the screened porch and listening to the loons at night, and watching the hummingbirds in the morning.
Bill and Linda are wonderful to speak with and were very informative about the area and the surroundings.
Yes we would recommend this home for your next vacation.
My family had a wonderful time in this spacious, adk style cabin. We were able to enjoy the peace and quiet while having cookouts and kayaking on gorgeous Loon Lake.
Our family felt like we died and went to heaven. We have never rented a house as beautifully decorated with Adirondack decor. Every room made you feel comfortable, and radiated warmth and charm.
Our teenage children found the place inviting with games, foosball table and their own private space in the loft and ground floor which included x-box, tons of videos for rainy days.
The lake was private and quiet ,with wonderful kayaks and a canoe which provided entertainment for our entire family. The fishing was greatl, we caught our first northern pike and large and small mouth bass. Swimming was great off of a sandy beach, which aloud us to use flotation devices. Nearby hiking offered beautiful views and solitude.
Memorable moments - included sitting around the fire pit at night , making s'mores, enjoying seeing shooting stars and watching international satellites move through the sky. The whispering of the pines and songs of the birds, added to the peacefulness and tranquility of this beautiful place by the lake.
The owners seem to take great pride in their impeccable home, with a beautiful fireplace if needed indoors, with wood provided and a great outdoor picnic table that sat all eight our family and friends.
This was a clean and wonderfully decorated place. It was private, yet not far from Lake Placid. There were great games, books and movies for rainy days. Lots of sleeping space. The best part was the canoe and kayaks on the private lake. Good fishing as well. No complaints.
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7 night minimum stay
Refundable damage deposit | $400 |
Mid June through Labor Day - $1200/week (Saturday - Saturday weekly rentals only)
No winter rentals.
Payment by personal or bank check in US dollars....1/2 to reserve and rest , along with damage deposit, 4 weeks prior to rental period.


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LONDON (AFP) - Belgian international striker Michy Batshuayi has joined Chelsea on a five-year deal from French club Marseille, the Premier League club confirmed on Sunday.
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Reports in France suggested the transfer fee was in the region of 40 million euro (£32.9m, $44.4m), although the Londoners are yet to confirm how much they paid.
Chelsea described the lightening quick striker as "powerful, fast and highly coveted and with a reputation as a fine finisher".
While he becomes the third Belgian international from the current Euro 2016 squad at the London club, he also follows in the footsteps of Chelsea legend Didier Drogba in switching Marseille for Stamford Bridge.
"Eden Hazard and Thibaut Courtois have told me many good things about the club," Batshuayi said of his compatriots.
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"This is a fantastic opportunity for myself and my family, I am looking forward to playing in the Premier League next season," said Batshuayi, whose parents come from the Democratic Republic of Congo.
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The 22-year-old was however part of the Belgium squad at Euro 2016 and netted with his first touch on his tournament debut, converting a cross from his new Chelsea team-mate Hazard in a 4-0 win over Hungary.
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The rules of online betting Malaysia
December 21, 2016
Malaysia has emerged as one of the most financially robust coutries in Southeast Asia since becoming a free nation in the late 1950s. Online betting is a tricky prospect in Malaysia, as the largely Muslim country has very strict betting laws that render gaming essentially illegal, although there are some choices to be found. The key markets and gameing kinds are in the country.
The legal landscape for online betting After the Gambling Act 1953, 'a popular gambling "is illegal in Malaysia, so anyone who acts like sports betting or gambling are found in a violation of law. However, , some form of betting is legal in the country – Lottery Act 1952 allows lotteries to be run, whilt racing Act 1961 permits gambling on horse racing, but only in a physical race. Other than that , the only other betting venues in the country legally as Genting Highlands Resort (more on that below). The Sharia law prevents Muslims from helding religious establishments.
The status of online gambling is less obvious Malaysia. There is no specific reference to online betting in betting law. No relevant amendments have yet been made, so the market is not regulated. That said, the state does not grant licenses to online casinos, and trying to hinder the citizens to foreign sites by instructing banks are not sanctioned for an online transfer in water out.
Internet cafés across the country have become hubs for illegal online and land-based betting venues, and calls for legalisation have become increasingly popular to combat the proliferation of such crime. Nevertheless, the ambiguous legislation around online betting site on the internet means that many Malaysians bet online without any trouble. Hence, some of the world's biggest online bookmakers and casinos happily accept gamblers from Malaysia.
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Badminton is probably the sport that Malaysia has had most well-known in. But football is the most common game in the country with people of all ages. Much of the money deposited at online bookmakers is on football tounaments in the country's domestic Super League. Beyond betting on football, legal gambling at horse races is also common among non-Muslim citizens. The only legal, land-based casino in Malaysia is the aforementioned Genting Highlands Casino, which houses the Casino de Genting. Created 6,100ft above sea in the Titiwangsa Mountain Range. The 'Fun City Above The Clouds' is far from the other casinos, and its unique setting makes it a must-see for those visiting the nation. Coaches from Kuala Lumpur can get everyone there within an hour. Hence it's not as out-of-the-way as it might initially seem, and the adjacent theme park and hotels mean that bettors won't get bored if they feel like taking a break from the games. Of course, not everybody can head to a mountain resort as they want to bet. And while there are no corporation operating from within Malaysia, there are other online betting choices based overseas.


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It has come to this: my obsession with fountain pens requires its own page.
I don't know when it began. From a very early age, I was fascinated with stationery, particularly office supplies. As a child, I learned calligraphy, so I must have owned my first fountain pen then. It didn't turn into a full-blown obsession until 2003, and I'm still not sure why.
Despite all this, I am not snooty about writing instruments; I appreciate any pen that provides a compelling tactile experience. I love to talk pens with anyone, so ask me anything.
My Collection (in order of daily use)
- Lamy 2000, Binderized XF nib
- Conklin All-American, tortoiseshell, 1.1mm italic nib
- Namiki Vanishing Point, 2008 LE purple, medium nib
- Cross Beverly, medium nib
- Esterbrook Dollar Pen, cobalt, broad nib (vintage)
- Pelikan Classic P205, black-silver
- Pelikan Classic M205, white-silver
- Pelikan Souverän Ruby Red M320
- Pelikan Souverän Tortoiseshell-White M400
- Pilot Metropolitan, fine nib
- Esterbrook M2, red, extra flexible extra fine nib (vintage)
- Faber-Castell Loom Piano, white, medium nib
- Lamy AL-Star, L29 dark purple
- Sheaffer Prelude, luminous purple with nickel-plate trim
- Lamy Studio, LE violet
- "Flighter" Parker 25 (vintage)
- Recife Baby Press Constellation, sparkly purple
- Visconti Van Gogh Midi, musk green
- Waterman Carène, royal violet
- Noodler's Nib Creaper [sic], orange-green
- Faber-Castell Ambition Birnbaum and matching mechanical pencil
- Retro 51 Tornado, indigo
- Lamy Logo, brushed steel
- Waterman Philéas, red
- Sensa Meridian, silver
- Rotring Core, blue
- Monteverde Olympia, blue
Stipula Ventiduehopelessly busted
"Grail" Pens
Useful Links
- Anderson Pens
- Fountain Pen Geeks & FPGeeks Forum
- The Fountain Pen Network Forum
- From the Pen Cup
- Glenn's Pens
- Goulet Pens' Ink Samples
- Ink Nouveau
- Pen Collectors of America
- Pendemonium: storefront and reviews (the ink facts are particularly illuminating)
- Rhodia Drive: a blog dedicated to my favourite notebooks and other analog treats
- Penspotters: Rick Conner's "field guide to fountain pens"
- Pen Fetish Crafters on Ravelry: the intersection of two of my loves, knitting and pens
Inexpensive Fountain Pen Favorites
- Lamy Safari: recommended for beginners, both right- and left-handed
- Pelikan Future: cartridge only, steel nib
- Pilot Petit1: mini-sized, refillable, and only $5
- Pilot Varsity: disposable, fine and medium nibs, variety of colors (purple is my favorite)
Awesome (and Alphabetized) Ink
- Diamine Blue-Black: [view my ink test]
- Diamine Imperial Purple: vibrant violet
- Diamine Monaco Red: blood-red with a brown tinge
- Diamine Woodland Green: slightly darker than medium
- Levenger Amethyst: bright, rich purple
- Noodler's Air Corp Blue-Black: more of a teal-black, thick and wet
- Noodler's Black Swan in Australian Roses: [view my ink test]
- Noodler's Cayenne: [view my ink test]
- Noodler's FPN Dumas Tulipe Noire: [view my ink test]
- Noodler's La Reine Mauve: a serious dark purple, not to be trifled with
- Noodler's Red-Black [view my ink test]
- Pilot Iroshizuku Ku-Jaku: gorgeous peacock blue
- Pilot Iroshizuku Yama-Budo: burgundy with lots of shading
- Private Reserve Avocado: medium brownish green
- Private Reserve Burgundy Mist: syrah, really
- Private Reserve Ebony Purple: just as it sounds, lush and dark
- Private Reserve Tanzanite: deep bluish purple
- Rotring Ultramarine: bluish purple, brighter than PR Tanzanite
- Pelikan Blue-Black: blacker than blue
- Pelikan Edelstein Ink Collection: gorgeous gemstone colours
- Visconti Black: velvet and fast-drying
- Waterman Blue-Black: bluer than black
See Glenn's Pens for lots more.
Stationery & Notebooks
- G. Lalo "Verge de France" writing tablets and envelopes: my preferred stationery for correspondence
- Midori Traveler's Notebook: my journal and project notebook (that also happens to have a great Facebook group)
- Oberon Design journals: hand-made leather journal covers
- Quiver Pen Holders: fit on your notebook's spine or cover
- Rhodia notebooks: excellent notebook paper for fountain pen ink
Fountainless Pens
- Fisher Space Pen: the ballpoint that writes upside-down and through butter
- Uni-ball Signo 207: my favorite gel pen, now that the Papermate Gel-Writer is extinct
- Pilot G-2 0.7mm: another good gel alternative


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"Prayas", a reputed NGO, organised a two day National Conference on Regulation and Electricity Service to the Poor at Delhi on August 7-8, 2009. I had the occasion to chair the session on "Pro-Poor Measures, Role and Potential of Policy and Planning". Prior to this session, I could also participate in the session on "Role and Potential of Regulation" which was chaired by the Chairman of Central Electricity Regulatory Commission. The paper that had been prepared by me, with particular reference to the Legislation, Policies, Rules and Schemes which are in place, is reproduced below :
As we know, electricity sector, prior to the Electricity Act 2003, was governed and managed through, and on the basis of, two important legislations viz. Electricity Act 1910 and Electricity Supply Act 1946. As per the second Act, development of electricity sector was anticipated through State Electricity Boards. Though the Act did not provide any specific treatment for the poor, it is well known that political considerations prevailed through several decades, and it is these considerations which also addressed the issue of subsidy etc. As a result, the sector was never allowed to develop and grow on a commercial line and provide its service in a sustainable manner. In most cases, therefore, neither the poor got served well nor were those customers who had the ability to pay, and could pay, were properly serviced. Chaotic conditions created over a period of more than fifty years led to the realisation of the need for a radical restructuring of this sector. This recognition led to the enactment of Electricity Act 2003 and a number of accompanying statutory and other policies.
Electricity Act 2003 specifically provides for the much needed dispensation to solve the problem of power for the poor. Section (4) of the Act provides "The Central Government shall, after consultation with the State Governments, prepare and notify a national policy, permitting stand alone systems (including those based on renewable sources of energy and non-conventional sources of energy) for rural areas." Section (5) further states that "The Central Government shall also formulate a national policy, in consultation with the State Governments and the State Commissions, for rural electrification and for bulk purchase of power and management of local distribution in rural areas through Panchayat Institutions, user's associations, co-operative societies, non-government organisations or franchisees". Section (6) has made it obligatory for the appropriate Governments for supply of electricity in rural areas.
Liberalisation of the power sector through Electricity Act 2003 meant a number of reforms and restructuring deliverables including de-licensing of power generation, open access on transmission systems, open access on distribution networks, multiple licensees in the same area of supply, empowered regulatory institutions, subsidised supply of electricity only on payment by Government, re-organisation of Electricity Boards etc. While transmission, distribution and trading have been prescribed to be licensed activities, in order to encourage quicker power generation and distribution in rural areas, the Act specifically provides that power generation and distribution both will be de-licensed in rural areas. The proviso of Section (14) says "provided also that where a person intends to generate and distribute electricity in a rural area to be notified by the State Governments, such person shall not require any license for generation and distribution of electricity .............."
The National Electricity Policy notified in January 2005 not only reinforced these legal provisions, but also extensively elaborated what needs to be done for rural electricity distribution. This Policy puts at the top "rural electrification" among a dozen other issues which the Policy seeks to address (refer Para 4.0 - Issues to be Addressed). In Para 5.1.1 the Policy recognises that about 56% of rural households have not yet been electrified even though many of these households are willing to pay for electricity. Determined efforts should be made to ensure that the task for rural electrification for securing electricity access to all households and also ensuring that electricity reaches poor and marginal sections of the society at reasonable rates is completed within next five years.
Para 5.1.2 of the NEP provides that reliable rural electrification system will aim at creation of (a) Rural Electrification Distribution Backbone (REDB), (b) from REDB a feeder to distribution transformers in every village settlement, (c) household electrification, (d) wherever grid connectivity is not feasible, Decentralised Distributed Generation together with local distribution network, and (e) development of infrastructure to cater to the needs of agriculture and other economic activities. Para 5.1.3. Specifically requires household electrification in Dalit Basties, Tribal Areas and other weaker sections.
Particular care has been taken in the Policy for subsidised electricity supply for the poor. Para 5.5.2. of the NEP provides "a minimum level of support may be required to make the electricity affordable for consumers of very poor category. Consumers below poverty line who consume below a specified level, say 30 Units per month, may receive special support in terms of tariff which are cross-subsidised. Tariffs for such designated consumers will be atleast 50% of the average (overall) cost of supply. This provision will be further re-examined after five years."
These important provisions have been further reinforced with greater details in the Rural Electrification Policy issued by the Ministry of Power in August 2006 in compliance with Sections (4 & 5) of the Electricity Act 2003. This Policy brings out, in detail, the mechanism of involvement of local community in rural electrification. Financial assistance in rural electrification projects has been stipulated. Section (7.1) provides that "for attainment of the objective of providing all households with access to electricity by year 2009, it is necessary to seek least cost options after taking into account full life cycle costs and explicit as well as implicit subsidies in different delivery options and mechanisms."
A very important provision in this Policy obliges the State Governments for enabling Decentralised Distributed Generation in rural area. Para 8.8 stipulates "Special Enabling Dispensation would be put in place for stand alone systems of upto 1 MW which are based on cost effective proven technology and use locally available resource such as bio-mass. These projects would have automatic approval for land use change for area as per norms, pollution clearance if technology is proven, safety clearances on the basis of certification conveyed."
Thus, it may be seen that the Electricity Act, the National Electricity Policy and the Rural Electrification Policy, have not only duly recognised the need for special dispensation in the matter of electricity supply in rural areas specially for the poor, but specific line of actions have been suggested. If implemented with proper planning and committed execution, these provisions have the potential for fetching far reaching positive outcomes. Central Government, State Governments and Regulators - each one of them has definite role. So far as the Central Government is concerned, it formulated and notified a very powerful Scheme, Rajiv Gandhi Grameen Vidyutikaran Yojna which provides as much as 90% of the project cost as grant funding, and even the balance 10% is funded by way of loan to the State Government by Rural Electrification Corporation. On the Decentralised Distributed Generation upto 1 MW, a lot is required to be done, and can be done, by the State Governments and the State Regulators. This approach, if implemented, can transform the shape of rural electricity supply in India. The RGGVY also funds fully the electricity connectivity for all the BPL households. Based on experience, the Central Government would need to provide adequate and timely fund, and REC would need to closely monitor the outcomes.
The single most important issue for rural India, where most of poor people live, is the issue of availability of power itself. The problem of lack of connectivity (56% of rural households not having electricity connectivity as per Census 2000) is progressively getting mitigated under the Rajeev Gandhi Grameen Vidyutikaran Yojna. But, a bigger issue that may emerge is that after we have created the rural electricity distribution infrastructure good enough to provide household electrification, would there be power to supply. Obviously, in a situation of extreme shortage, urban India will continue to receive priority treatment, and power will be supplied to rural India only when there is balance after meeting the requirement of towns and cities. Normally, this should not happen, but in practice this is what happens and will happen. Therefore, we need to find alternative solutions. For the isolated villages and hamlets, decentralised generation and supply arrangements have been attempted over the years by the Ministry of Non-Conventional Energy Sources and parallel Departments in the State Governments. Technologies adopted generally have been PV Systems and in some cases Bio-mass and Micro- hydel. In both these cases, the applications have been rather limited. In the case of PV, though the lighting requirement in these far flung areas has been met except in rainy seasons, in any case, this cannot be a satisfactory arrangement for economic development activities. There is an urgent need for going in a big way on various forms of Decentralised Distributed Generation. This alone can meet the need of rural India not only for lighting but for the development of rural economy as a whole.
Various Decentralised Distributed Generation Technologies do not appear cost effective if we attempt to compare cost of power generation with other conventional systems. State Distribution Utilities, however, need to recognise the total cost concept which would include the cost starting from large power stations right upto the rural consumers, and should also take into account the losses in transmission and distribution systems. If this is properly accounted for there will be an element of support which will make the non-conventional distributed generation commercially acceptable. This approach will obviously require and orchestrated integration of inputs from various agencies and a commitment and belief that these systems alone can provide an effective answer to rural electricity supply problems.
In the Rajeev Gandhi Grameen Vidyutikaran Yojna, not only rural electricity distribution infrastructure has been planned and almost fully grant funded, but also the funding covers connectivity right upto households for families below poverty line (BPL). At one stage we were seriously considering, in the Ministry of Power and REC, whether this could be integrated with provision of CFL to these families within the funding already provided, so that the burden of excess electricity consumption is minimised. This approach needs to be pursued with required fine tuning.
Under the Electricity Act 2003, as already mentioned above, rural areas have been given special attention. State Governments were advised by the Ministry of Power and in almost all the cases, the rural areas have been notified for this purpose. The role of State Regulatory Commissions would be very crucial. Using the liberal provision of the Act, co-ordinating with the State distribution companies for estimating the savings on account of substantial reduction in the distribution loss, when decentralised generation facilities are set up, and declaring a price at which the development agencies could supply power, a comprehensive Scheme could be worked out suited to the specific needs of different rural clusters. The role of Regulator is relevant because distribution companies on their own would not be able to factor in the savings they would achieve. This has to form part of their annual revenue requirements. It is this saving which can support somewhat higher cost of power from new technologies in the distributed generation. In absence of this, this may remain a non-starter.
Revenue sustainability of rural electricity supply has always been a matter of concern. Technical losses due to the long LT Lines have inevitably been high. Coupled with these have also been the problems of metering, billing, bill collection in these scattered areas. Rajeev Gandhi Grameen Vidyutikaran Yojna has an important requirement of putting in place Franchisees which will take care of both technical and commercial responsibilities in rural electricity supply. Whether it is grid connected power supply or supply through DDG route, the Scheme of Franchisees appears to be the best alternative. State Utilities as well as Regulatory Commissions have definite roles to make this happen.
Another important aspect which, no doubt, has been noticed but has not received due attention is the pattern of energy consumption in rural area. Government does support heavy subsidy on account of kerosene oil lamps and also use of kerosene in cooking by rural poor. But when it comes to subsidising, in a significant way, rural electricity through new and innovative methods which will replace consumption of kerosene oil, but which are definitely costlier, it becomes a big problem to decide. This mind set has to change. Once the present pattern of subsidy, huge distribution losses of distribution companies, long haul transmission loss and transmission cost are all duly integrated an accounted for, the economics of distributed generation would automatically fall in place.
NGO's have also not been active in this field. In the context of Franchisee Scheme, in the Rural Electrification Policy of the Ministry of Power, we provided that NGO's can also take up this role. In a few States, such as West Bengal and Uttarakhand we did get a few such groups interested, but considering the magnitude of this problem, the response from NGO's has been disproportionately low. Specific provision (Section 6) of the Electricity Act stipulates a role for NGO's in the matter of bulk purchase of power and management of local distribution in rural areas. This is one area which needs to be acted upon. Role of State Governments and Central Government may be by way of capacity building in this regard. Large NGO's of the country may themselves come forward and also help in creating new NGO's and guiding the existing NGO's. It is relevant to mention that even in U.S.A. the rural electricity is largely managed through co-operatives, an initiative which was started in thirties and continued to get strengthened through sixties. The support of the Government was substantial.
Our Prime Minister has been emphasising on an inclusive growth, and various initiatives of the Government, including Bharat Nirman, vindicate this approach. An 8 to 9% growth of economy will be meaningful only if its benefits percolates down and permeates through the entire cross-section of the society. Policies and Schemes in general are on these considerations. What is important is the proper implementation of these Schemes. It is here where the shoe pinches. The weak link is the governance systems, particularly in States which need these Schemes most. An awareness is visible now but the process to tone up the administration and improve governance is rather slow. Silver lining, however, is the public pressure and exposure by the media. This gives a great hope that things will change and will change faster for the better.
Mr. Girish Pradhan, the Additional Secretary, Ministry of Power, emphasised that Rajiv Gandhi Grameen Vidyutikaran Yojna is a very important initiative of the Government of India to take electricity not only to all the villages but to also households. The families below poverty line, under this Scheme, get connectivity right upto their houses free of cost. He did, however, mention that the role of State Government in the implementation of the Scheme, which is fully funded by the Government of India including as much as 90% grant funding, is very crucial for the success of this initiative. If the project reports are not properly prepared and if serious attention is not given during implementation for quality of work and for timely completion, the desired objectives will obviously be difficult to achieve. Ground level monitoring, including quality of execution needs to improve. State Utilities and State Governments have to take this Scheme as their project and provide the required inputs with seriousness and commitments. Another important element of this Scheme is the introduction of Franchisees. So far, about 90,000 villages have been covered. This needs to be intensified.
Mr. Kwawu Gaba, Lead Energy Specialist, World Bank, in its Presentation, highlighted that right Policies are in place. In terms of implementation, however, there are gaps. Estimates of expenditure required also need to be revisited. They appear to be on the lower side. The time target seems to be tough to meet. Systematic monitoring needs to be strengthened.
Mr. Prabir Purkayastha (DSF), highlighted that supply constraints had become worse, capacity additions have been meager dependence on BHEL alone for the manufacturing capacity has proved ineffective because we should have had much larger manufacturing capacity in respect of power plant equipment like in China. Rural Electrification even in U.S.A. was largely supported by the Government. He expressed a view whether decentralised small generation units were the right answer and preferred that rural area should also get grid power supply.
Take aways from this session could be summarised as below:
Inadequacy of power is the real issue. Though it should not happen, but it will happen, rural India will continue to get last priority in the situation of shortage.
Decentralised generation, but grid connected, could be one of the most effective solutions. It could also draw power from the grid when made available, but also give excess power to the grid. There is a need for the Government of India to come out with a comprehensive policy on small generation facility for rural area. This Policy could address issues of automatic clearances, State Government making land available, free use of distribution network, commercial arrangement like Franchisees etc. The Regulatory Commission could factor in the financial support in view of the likely savings in transmission and distribution losses and in transmission cost in the existing grid connected power supply.
Solar system could prove effective and they need to be fully supported.


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Recently I shared a story of my cat Willow who had disappeared for a month in the Alaskan Bush. I wish he could tell me the stories of everything he went through. I'm sure some of it was very traumatic because he panics in small spaces. Nevertheless he's eating large amounts and getting those bones covered with a layer of flesh again. I appreciate the help various people gave me on his behalf so he could see the vet. He says thank you.
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UPDATE: Willow has now seen the vet, and is eating like a hungry bear in spring. Thank you to those who helped!!
Original Facebook post about Willow coming back: "It's a miracle!!! My missing cat Willow, who came to Alaska with me but disappeared about a month ago, showed up at about 3:15 am! I had woken up and open the window to feel the fresh air, and there was a sad loud meow. When I opened the door, in jumped my very starved and skinny cat. He probably ate a full can of cat food and part of a bowl of dry food. I fell to my knees in a prayer of thankfulness and tears while he ate, and then I held him close for a long long time in my arms. now we are cuddled up on the bed and I'll say good night with a happy heart. #myheartishappy #thankyougod #mycatisback
After being gone for a month in the wilds of Alaska Bush, he is now skin and bones and starving 😿🤒😭but I'm getting him fed and warm and he's purring in my arms. ❤❤He's maybe half his original weight from a month ago. He will be staying inside now while we're still in Alaska 😀❤💕😍.
However I am very concerned about his fragile body right now and I think he needs to go to the vet possibly for rehydration and other check up. I'm staying with friends in Alaska for another month and have no income. My friends helped me a lot but they've already done so much. Many of you have followed this saga of missing Willow and were thrilled as I was that he showed up. If any of you feel like donating to a vet fund it would be an incredible gift.
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10/13/16 I have spoken to the vets office who suggest since he is eating a little and keeping it down that I just watch him for a couple days and see if he starts getting stronger on his own. I have used donation money to get him special foods and ensure, and he has been eating more today and moving around more. I will still take him into the vet to get a check up but they advised it might be to Traumatic to go right away after just getting home in such a mess. So I'm making him very comfortable and petting him a lot.
Here he is as i write. Thank you for any help you can give.
Previous photos of Willow. He has been my little buddy since he was 8 weeks oldDiscovering Alaska (from last month. )
The rest of these pictures are taken over the last several years. Willow is about 12 years old