Thursday 19 December 2013

GHOSTS





Newton’s law says, “Energy can neither be created nor be destroyed”

Is it true?? Absolutely.. It has to be true.. How can the great scientist Newton go wrong??

Well, even Human Beings possess some kind of energies but have you ever thought where these energies go after we die?? What happen when the dead bodies are burnt or buried ?? Do we go to heaven or do we get into the hell?? There are many such questions which are yet to be answered. In fact there are many such things which don’t have an exact answer; the answer will obviously vary from one person to other.

Here arises one question, Do GHOSTS exists?? Is there something called as evil spirits?? 

And the answer to this question is YES; they do exist. Even after we die, our body or the soul doesn’t lose all its energy. And these left over energies give birth to another soul, which may be good or bad. The good soul never harms any but the bad ones do try to complete their wishes which they had wished for during their living and for it they use the body of their near and dear ones. 
This may sound fascinating to the non-believers of ghost and evil spirits but those who have experienced any such thing would somewhat agree to my sayings.

Science and Spiritualism never compliments each other, it always runs parallel. And especially in a country like India where “GOD” is everything, people do believe in evil spirits; perhaps, it can also be called as their blind beliefs.

As per Science, there is nothing called as Ghosts; it is only the humans who assume their existence. Whereas as per the beliefs of humans, evil spirits do exists and we can feel and see them in the darks.

As per Science, nothing can possess a human body, it’s their hallucinations which seems like as they have been possessed by a spirit. Whereas as per the Beliefs, if you have an enmity with someone, you are more vulnerable to get possessed by him/her after his/her death.
Similarly there are many such things in which the Science and Human thinking gives an opposite answer to each other.




I am an Atheist still I do believe in the existence of evil spirits and the reason for my beliefs is;

1. My grandmother died on the day I was born. My mom says she was so happy that she got a heart attack which took her life. Coincidentally, my birth and her death happened on the same day and at the same hospital.
We live in town, far away from my dad’s village, so when I was around 3 years old we had gone to Dad’s village for spending the holidays. It was Day-2 of our visit, around 22:00; I called my elder sister as “Mankadi”. (Female of monkey in odia)
A kid who could hardly utter MAA, BAPA suddenly used a slang, isn’t that strange??? How could a 3years old kid scold someone?? How could a kid say something which he has never heard of??
Well, answers are still unknown; it lies somewhere between the thinking of Science and Humans.

2. My uncle (Mom’s elder brother) died on 18-06-1995 in a road accident where his scooter slipped and hit hard on the road. Same day, 15years later, 18-06-2010, Uncle’s elder son died in a road accident which was more or less the same as his father’s accident.
Science says it’s completely a coincidence whereas my maternal family thinks the opposite. Well, how such a coincidence can happen?? I mean the same date, same spot and nearly the same time. Strange but true !!!!

Many more things I have experienced which aren’t much scary but certainly makes a valid point to believe in the existence of evil spirits.

You may be laughing while reading this article but can you answer some questions of mine…

Why do dogs howl at night and not during the daytime??
Why do feel cold when we enter a dark place where light is less??
Haven’t you ever felt that someone is watching at you at nights??

Many questions, many answers, unknown, unclear…


Famous Haunted Places in India:



             

                                                
                                                            1. Bhangarh Fort, Rajasthan


The Indian Ghost Town of Bhangarh, Rajasthan is one of the scariest places in India to visit, in addition to being one of the most abandoned places in India. However, this tag has not perturbed visitors from making frequent trips to this ghost town.
Located near a famous forest in the area, this town is now slowly luring visitors from around the area, and country, to visit it. However, it should be noted that if you decide to visit the town after sunset, you will be not be allowed. In fact, there is a strict warning that it is out of bounds after the sun sets.
The story which this town is well-known for tells the tale of how a magician who was in love with the local princess of the area was forbidden to ever fall in love with her. Unhappy with the decision, he decided to cast a spell on her to make her surrender to him. However, the princess, who was also a disciple of the occult learned of his plans and found a way to kill him.
Even before his death, the magician cast a dark spell on the palace which caused its doom. Despite the story surrounding the ruins, it still is a fascinating place to visit. In fact, it has also been officially promoted as a tourist destination. However, once night falls, the place becomes deserted, leaving the darkness to engulf it once again till morning comes.




 2. Dumas Beach, Gujarat

Dumas Beach in Gujarat already has an ominous ring to its name. Therefore, it is not surprising that it is considered as one of the most haunted places in India. This beach is located very near Surat, one of the developed cities of the state. This particular beach draws countless visitors almost every day as legend has it that the winds which blow fiercely come along with whispers.
In fact, it is believed that there have been many people who have lost their lives here. Also, if you are a brave heart, you can test the waters yourself by taking a midnight stroll along the beach, if you have company. If the testimonies are anything to go by, then you will also be greeted by warnings asking you to not cross a certain line while on the beach.
It is also believed that this beach was for long used as a Hindu burial ground, therefore, being the resting place of tortured souls. There have also been reports of people disappearing mysteriously and having never been found again. However, if you still want to visit the beach to do some exploring of your own, then go ahead and do so if you have the stomach for it! You will find Dumas Beach one of the most mysterious places in India.




3. Shaniwar Wada Fort, Pune

The Shaniwarwada Fort in Pune is a historical delight in addition to being one of the ghostly places in India. In fact, there are many who are of the opinion that the story that is associated with this fort is one of the most chilling stories. Lauded for its architectural brilliance, this fort has witnessed various strange occurrences.
Legend has it that during a full moon, the level of supernatural activity increases. The mysterious story surrounding this fort talks about how a young prince was brutally murdered by one of his very own relatives in the fort. Therefore, his spirit still haunts the place and in the night, sounds of him shrieking almost violently can be heard. There are many locals who actually camp at night on the fort grounds just to hear that little boy’s scream for help.
However, most visitors prefer to visit the fort during the morning hours as it is desirable. In fact, the fort is deserted at night except for maybe a caretaker doing the rounds.




4. Ramoji Film City, Hyderabad

It is a big film city in Hyderabad,(like universal studios) the hotels in Ramoji film city are haunted. They say that the film city is built on war grounds of the Nizam sultans. Witnesses report the lights kept on top keep falling off, the light men- who sit with the lights on top have been pushed so many times and many have had grievous injuries.
The food left in rooms also gets scattered around the room and strange marks are left on the mirror, some script…. resembling Urdu…the language spoken by the sultans. Girls are the ghosts’ favorite to haunt. They trouble the girls so much, they tear their clothes, knock on the bathroom doors while the outside doors are locked. They create havoc. Many preventive measures have been taken to prevent hauntings……but of no use…they keep coming back after sometime.



5.The Vrindavan Society, Thane

The Vrindavan Society in Thane, considered as one of the most famous housing societies of Thane, is also the spot where many of its residents and night guards have experienced paranormal activity. However, this is perhaps the most unassuming place to be haunted as the society is beautifully constructed with spacious apartments, considered by many as a prime piece of real estate.
However, it has been reported that there was once a man who lived in the society who happened to commit suicide. Therefore, his spirit is presumed to haunt the society at night. In fact, the night guards have witnessed a lot of strange activities which have also included a guard getting slapped in the face with such force that he nearly toppled from his chair.
Even as the other guard patrolling the other side of the society came to his rescue, they both could not find anyone around. With this incident, the residents are careful not to enter the society too late in the night, lest they fall prey to the ghost’s wrath too.  However, the housing society still remains one of the best in the suburb of Thane.


Data Courtesy : Blog of Siji Menon in Native Planet and Wikipedia


Monday 16 December 2013

LOVE @ Social Networks


" SOCIAL NETWORKS:
               makes a platform for love "


“LOVE”

Isn’t it a common thing in today’s world. The society or the surrounding where we live is full of love birds. 
It won’t be wrong if I say 95 out of 100 people are committed to some or other. And the rest 5 are those unlucky guys who get rejected by the one they had proposed some time back.  

Ok, let me come to the point, we are living in a technology dominant era where Facebook, Twitter, WatsApp and BBM are a common thing. Having an account (Profile) in such social networks isn’t a very big deal. All you need is a laptop or a smartphone with a working and running internet package. 

Now some will say the world is developing at a faster rate and we need to get acquainted with these networking stuffs. Well, I don’t disagree either, we need to walk/run with the fast developing world.

Anyways, there are a lot of pros of it which I don’t think is required to discuss. But with the pros, these networking sites also have a lot of cons. And the main con of these networking stuff is, it provide a platform for love.

Yes you heard it right, PLATFORM!!!!

Many use these sites to get committed or it can be said many use these sites to make someone fall in love with them. To be precise, BOYS (not all but most) use Facebook or Twitter to make girls fall for them; trap an innocent girl by using their Casanova style of talks.

Let me describe it through an example….

Generally, it will start from a friend request. He (A Boy) will send friend requests to random girls on Facebook. Once She (A Girl) accepts his request, he will start chatting with casual “Hiees” and “Hellos”. He will then try to impress her with his sweet talks; he will show as if he truly likes her. After having some days and nights of random talks he will ask her number. Days later their Facebook chats will turn into mobile talks and so on.

Okay, till now everything is fine, nothing seems wrong.

Then the real game begins… If he is honest and truly likes her, he will keep her like princess; no doubt about it … but this happens very rarely…
In all the other cases, after a few days he will get bored of her and will repeat all the above written steps to trap another innocent girl…

Through this blog I just want to say to all the girls to get aware of such boys. Love happens at Facebook or Twitter but such true love stories are very rare. Think a thousand of times before accepting him as your partners. Don’t fall for his sweet talks, talk with him, get sure of his feelings first.

I would suggest Girls to ask for his password. Stalk at his profile for some days. If he really loves you he won’t hesitate to give you his password and if he don’t than you know better what to do.. Take Care :) 



Tuesday 3 December 2013

A Bee & The Lotus








"More or Less,
             we all need Love"






A young and handsome Bee was in search of flower-nectar for purpose of making honey. He was flying but none of flower attracted him. 

Suddenly a sprouted red lotus, blossoming in a pool of waste water distracted the Bee through its fragrance. 

The Bee went near her and just when he was about to suck the nectar of the flower, Lotus closed herself. Bee got angry and with an annoying voice said, 
"You bitch, you are growing in waste. No one here cares about you. It is me who acknowledged your beauty, how dare you to close yourself ??"
Lotus very politely replied, "Dear Bee, in this world how could you get all for nothing. To get something, you must give or sacrifice something"
Bee replied angrily, "Ok don't blabber much just say what you want??"
The Lotus smiled and replied, "You have to find it yourself, come back to me when you are done."

The annoyed Bee flied. But his anger didn't allow him to forget the incidence. He was very much stubborn, he decided to do anything and everything in order to get nectar from Lotus.

He saw a Beetle flying, he went near him and asked, "Hello my friend, do you know what does the Lotus wants ??"
The Beetle replied, "How would I know, I never need Lotus for any of my work"

He then went to cloud and asked, "Hey beautiful cloud, do you know what Lotus wants ??"
Cloud replied, "Yes !!! She wants water"
Bee happily flied to Lotus and said, "I promise I will water you every day, now let me suck the nectar."
Lotus replied, "I get water from cloud, why would I take it from you, try again my dear Bee"

Confused Bee flied again, this time he went near sun and asked, “Hey Almighty, do you know what the Lotus wants”
The Sun dashingly replied, “Yes!!! She needs sleep” and thought *why would I help Bee, who is he to me??*

Bee happily flied to Lotus, “I promise I will sing for you and make you sleep.”
Lotus smiled and said, “Oh! My poor Bee the night makes me sleep calmly, why would I want that from you??”

Bee was helpless; he began crying and screamed all his heart out. 
A passing Sage heard his cry, he called Bee and said, “Every God’s creation needs love. Not only humans but even animals, flowers, birds all want love.”
The delighted Bee thanked the Sage and flied back to Lotus. 

He smiled and kissed her. The lotus smiled and opened her; the bee went in and stole the nectar…

[[ An English version of a Sanskrit story which I had read ]]

Its true this might be story but it tells us a number of things..


  • In this world, we all need love. A thing which is hard to be done through force or power can be easily done with Love...
  • Nobody wants to do anything without any favor. Here, to get anything we have to sacrifice something. Most in fact All are selfish here...
  • Nobody cares about you until and unless they have some work from you...
  • Last but certainly not the least, no one is a waste here, each and everyone are valuable in some or other manner....


Copyrighted: Santosh Panda

Monday 2 December 2013

The Diamond Ring







I was sleeping. 

My face carried an everlasting smile as I was returning back to my hometown after 10years of hard work in the city. I was dreaming of the days when my relatives and my cousins cursed me in every possible way and never hesitated to call me a ‘Loser.’

Well, someone who failed in his matriculation exam deserves to be called as such. My heart cried everyday but I never complained. I had no one to save me from them.

It’s not that I was an orphan but it won’t be wrong if I call myself a half orphan kid.
My father died even before I was born and my mom tried everything she could, for my upbringing. Since she hadn’t had any other source of income, she stayed with my maternal uncles. My maternal uncles never treated me different from their own kids but my result was enough for them to make shit out of me.
Except my mom, nobody had ever thought that I could achieve anything in my life.
Meanwhile, my sleep was disturbed as a female voice spoke on the speakerphone,
“All the passengers are requested to tighten their seal belt, as we are about to land”

I didn’t care her, I was sure nothing can touch me before I present my mom with the gift that I had bought for her. I checked the left pocket of the blazer that I was wearing. The gift was safely placed there without being disturbed. I had a sigh of relief and rested my back with a gentle smile.

The flight landed;
after the regular checkups I was out of the airport. A large number of people were waiting for the arrival of their loved ones. It would be very foolish of me if I start searching some familiar face. I shook my head,
how could there be any familiar face, do anyone even know I am back??

My Mind screamed with a big “NO”
My hometown was 120kms away from the Airport and there were no trains to that place. So rather than going in bus, I preferred to hire a taxi. After negotiating the rates I got myself seated in the rear seat. I didn’t have much luggage, just a bag pack of my favorite shirts and formals. I checked my pocket; the gift was safe getting the warmth of my black colored blazer.

I took it out and opened the top cover. A diamond pierced ring looked at me all smiling and glazing. It was for my mom; I searched every shop and had picked the best ring. It’s not that I was very rich but for my mother, I won’t mind spending all of my earnings.

The muddy and not so good road made my journey a little lengthier. I stopped the taxi near a flower vendor and took the best looking bouquet.

After 3hours I finally reached at my hometown. In these past years, many things had changed. The kachha houses were changed into pakka ones and market looks much bigger than it was 10years before.
After walking couple of miles, I reached the place where my mom lived; a grave.

She has died; died 10years back.

I placed the bouquet and the ring which I had bought for her on her grave. Tears rolled over my eyes and fall on her grave, her face was flashing all over my mind.

It had been 10years since her death. After her death there was no one whom I could have called mine so I run away from my house the day she died. It was my father who left me when I was born and it was my mother who left me when I was able to stand of my own….



Copyrighted: Santosh Panda