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[12 Sep 2006 | One Comment | 85 views]

MInnesota is a very beautiful state. Even though it lacks a coastline and high mountains, there is still lot of natural beauty to be found. Part of the credit also goes to the way small attractions have been developed. Being a warm in the summer and extremely cold in the winter type of state, Minnesota has a lot to offer for everyone.
I would have never explored Minnesota if not for my parents 2 month long visit. I drove for about 4,000 miles in less than 2 months, to put it …

Economy, Life and Personal »

[6 Sep 2006 | No Comment | 64 views]

We’re all greedy. The difference lies in the degree, motivation, and area of our greed. Some people are greedy for success; some people are greedy for fame; some people are greedy for recognition; some people are greedy about money. There are a lot more things that make people greedy.
Nevertheless, I have found one common thread behind all sorts of greed. And, that is impatience. It is what makes us miserable in our own eyes, and in the eyes of everyone else who isn’t on the same level as us. …

Economy, India, Life and Personal, Tech and Culture »

[2 Sep 2006 | No Comment | 81 views]

Spotted on slashdot, the definition of an Entrepreneur:
Entreprenuer, n.: A high-rolling risk taker who would rather be a spectacular failure than a dismal success.

Economy, India, Tech and Culture »

[31 Aug 2006 | No Comment | 71 views]

Business 2.0 magazine has an article on the 12 best startup ideas for the present times. The ones I really like/find interesting are:

Become a biodiesel producer in Argentina.
Import fine wines to upscale restaurants – in India.

The first  idea is pretty interesting seeing the global demand for combustible energy resources. Also, Argentina serves as a central location for distribution to all the energy dependant economies.
The second idea is controversial in my opinion. Sure, the growing economy, coupled with added disposable incomes has made the Indian youth yearn for more expensive …

Life and Personal »

[29 Aug 2006 | No Comment | 80 views]

The above in Hindi basically means that the source of all sadness, enemosity, and worries is our inherent desire to revel in rights, while neglecting our duties all the time.
I find it so true.