'NAMESAKE'

Just saw Namesake last weekend.

It's a movie which should be termed as a classic by all standards.

One of the best movie i've seen which is simply perfect from all aspect with it's subtle emotions,humour,storyline and some great acting.

Barclays and ABN AMRO merger talks

There looks to be some exciting times awaited in life due to some changes expected in my workplace ABN AMRO in next few days.....

A press release will reveal the present state of affairs......

Press release: Barclays and ABN AMRO outline of preliminary discussions 20-03-2007 Barclays and ABN AMRO announce outline of preliminary discussions

Further to the announcement of 19 March 2007, Barclays PLC (“Barclays”) and ABN AMRO Holding N.V. (“ABN AMRO”) confirm that they are in exclusive preliminary discussions with regard to a potential combination of the two organisations that would create value for both sets of shareholders. These talks are at an early and exploratory stage and there can be no certainty that they will lead to a transaction or the form it will take. Barclays and ABN AMRO have agreed to engage in discussions that seek to incorporate the following broad objectives: The holding company of the combined entity would be a UK incorporated company (PLC) with a primary listing on the London Stock Exchange and secondary listing on Euronext Amsterdam. The new entity would have a UK unitary Board and clear governance and management structures. The first Chairman would be nominated by ABN AMRO and the first Chief Executive Officer would be nominated by Barclays. The head office for the combined entity would be located in Amsterdam. Discussions have been initiated with the UK, Dutch and other relevant regulators as regards seeking the Dutch Central Bank (DNB) to act as lead regulator for the combined entity. The ultimate outcome of these discussions generally, and in regard to these specific objectives, will depend on the consultation with and the approvals of the multiple regulators and other stakeholders in the various jurisdictions. Further announcements will be made in due course.

Pia turns One and half years

On 5th March Pia turned 1 and 1/2 yrs and started uttering her own name.

There was not much of celebration except cake cutting but we all could feel she has suddenly grown quite a bit.

Pia-WILL ALWAYS

I will always open the door to explore the World
I will always open the door to dream the impossible
I will always open the door to think the unthinkable
I will always open the door to know the unknown
I will always open the door to visualise the invisible
I will always open the door to speakout the unspeakable
I will always open the door to see the unseen
I will always open the door to hear the unheard
I will always open the door to walk into the road less travelled
I will always open the door to smile your life away
I will make you a Woman of substance

Welcome Guruji!

Went to the Airport to Welcome Guruji on his arrival to Delhi for his onward journey to Rishikesh.

It was midnight and we had a great darshan.

Pia was showered with his loving ashirwad and i got a pinch on my cheek.

Back to Badminton

I'm back into playing Badminton...a game which used to be my life in early School days.

Got hold of a group who practice on everyday basis and it was awesome holding the racket after so many years.

The best part was i've not lost my touch yet.