Vimal Raj

[Kamal Haasan @ikamalhaasan]

Mr. Musk, yes, no billionaire should dictate a nation’s policy - Indian or American.

India must welcome competition in satellite internet, from Indian and global providers, whoever offers the most practical and affordable last-mile solution for those in remote regions. In countries with lower per-capita incomes, satellite internet must be affordable too. High subscription fees and equipment costs risk putting it beyond the reach of ordinary households. Connectivity must bridge the digital divide, not create a new one.

India knows our networks and spectrum are strategic infrastructure, not merely commercial assets. India’s national security safeguards are non-negotiable.

Every country makes choices based on its own interests. Those in the West cannot preach free markets while practicing protectionism at home. USA imposed 100% tariffs on Chinese EVs to protect its domestic industry, just as India takes measures to protect its own domestic manufacturers. Both India and the US have restricted Huawei over security concerns. One cannot demand a level playing field from others only when it suits its own agenda.

Indians will internally debate, question and address our strengths and shortcomings as a democratic country.

Take BharatNet, India’s programme to bring broadband to village-level local bodies. We will question why, as the CAG’s 2026 audit report found, the programme is struggling to meet its original objectives. Why were only 33.2% of service-ready Gram Panchayats operational, despite ₹39,888 crore being spent? At the same time, we know to appreciate our telecom sector and regulations, which has made internet data among the world’s most affordable, bringing millions online.

India is a democracy, not a colony. We welcome the world, but we, the Indian people, will decide our own future - not Western vested interests, their double standards or any billionaire - Indian or American.

[THE SKIN DOCTOR @theskindoctor13]

Oracle fired 12,000 of its Indian workforce and is expected to sack more.

Another reminder of how fragile stability is in the private sector. One secures employment, income begins to flow, long-term plans take shape, home, car, loans, EMIs. And then, a single decision by the corporate to “rationalize” or “downsize,” and everything collapses overnight.

Unless you quickly re-enter the job market, fixed liabilities don’t pause; they compound stress and can upend an otherwise steady life.

While you earn, you must pay taxes. The moment you lose your job, you’re on your own. In fact, you even have to pay tax on the severance also.

Maybe it’s time to introduce reforms, such as mandating severance pay ranging from three months to one year based on an employee’s tenure, as is the norm in the West; allowing EMI pauses for a 3-6 months; and providing a time-bound monthly allowance from the govt for involuntary job losses.

If Ladla/Ladlis can get free money, free ration, free water, and electricity, without paying any income tax, why not support a worker who has been paying taxes and contributing?

[Vimal Raj @the_vimals]

@GovindIstSTH Majorly two for me:
1. Fight chase with Major Iqbal.
2. Interactions between Major Iqbal and his father.

[Vimal Raj @the_vimals]

@sahilbhadviya Damensch and Harfun shirts are too good 🤟

[THE SKIN DOCTOR @theskindoctor13]

Amazon is laying off 14,000 employees, including in India, as AI takes over their roles.

The cruel part is how fragile private sector “stability” is. You get a job, start earning, feel settled, plan a future, buy a house on EMI, and one fine morning the company decides to “downsize”. Suddenly, you’re jobless. If a new job doesn’t come quickly, those EMIs can destroy your peace and your life.

And the govt! While you earn, you must pay taxes. The moment you lose your job, you’re on your own. Farmers get compensation when crops fail, despite many paying zero income tax, but a taxpayer losing his job gets practically nothing.

Maybe it's time to introduce reforms like make EMI pauses for few months more liberal for those who lose their jobs, and providing a time-bound monthly allowance for few months from the govt, except for disciplinary cases of course. Ladla/Ladlis can get free money, free ration, free water and electricity, so why not support a worker who has been paying taxes and contributing?

[Vimal Raj @the_vimals]

@theskindoctor13 Ind vs Pak hype ≫ Match. Same one-sided snoozefest every time. Result jo bhi ho, humko ganta farak nahi padta. Boycott hi sahi — TRP ka free paisa kyu dena?

[THE SKIN DOCTOR @theskindoctor13]

In India, following these few survival skills could cut your chances of dying randomly by half :

Don't go to crowded places.

Follow defensive driving. Don't stare, abuse (even with closed glass), or argue with aggressors on the road.

Anticipate stray/pet dogs at any spot. Don't leave your kids out of sight.

Don't walk or drive under electrical wires, especially look for them in the streets before you enter.

Be a socio-political critic, but try not to hurt the ego of any politician, babu, cop, or religious fanatic personally.

Learn 8–10 common phrases of the local language in language-sensitive states if you are planning to stay there for long, or just carry a skull cap.

Anticipate open sewers and manholes, especially on roads you are not familiar with.

Don't stand under giant billboards or flyovers, especially during rains.

Try not to go out at night. If you have to, don't go alone. Especially women of your family, don't care if someone calls you a misogynist.

Avoid nightclubs where Scorpio/Thar-wale urban dehatis are allowed.

Avoid eating out as much as you can, especially street food.

Health insurance is almost a fraud, govt hospitals are in bad shape, and private ones are too costly. So better stay in shape and avoid frequent hospital visits. Run, exercise, eat healthy.

[Vimal Raj @the_vimals]

@Nikhil47614321 @CinemaMadness24 Oopiri ❤️

[THE SKIN DOCTOR @theskindoctor13]

How Indian spy movies are made:

Opens with villain destroying some Indian asset somewhere and challenging the Indian govt that he is coming for them.

Next scene, IB, RAW, ministers having a round table meeting about the villain while his 4K images play on the monitor. Intel chief tells the Defence Minister that the villain is ex-RAW or ex-Special Forces but turned against India because either he was abandoned on some mission, or didn’t get uchit samman, or was reprimanded for going against the rules.

Minister says, ab kya? Isko kaise rokenge? Everyone says, call the Army. Intel chief says, nahi, ye kaam sirf ek aadmi kar sakta hai. Hero. Then monologue in praise of the hero, background me hero ki slo-mo entry.

Hero ki help ke liye jayegi Special Agent Natasha. Kyu? Abhi to aapne kaha tha ye kaam woh akela kar sakta hai. Haan, lekin Natasha ka figure achha hai. Action scenes ke beech me gaane waane honge, usme bikini pehan kar ghoomegi. Isliye she is needed.

Then comes the mission. Cat and mouse game. Action scenes, beech me nanga naach, slow-motion explosions, unnecessary bike chases, and villain saying "You don’t know who I am!" every 20 minutes.

Then villain kills intel chief or someone big, preferably the one who believed in the hero. Hero gets serious. Sad montage. Flashbacks. Background score intensifies.

Again cat and mouse. Hero gets shot but still fights 20 men while bleeding. Hero wins. Villain dies, or escapes with a scar for sequel, or has change of heart and sacrifices himself "for the nation."

Heroine crying. Hero walking into the sunset. Everyone salutes. Background me PM ka voiceover: "Aaj desh ek aur baar bach gaya." Tricolour waving in 4K drone shot. Jai Hind. Fade out.

[THE SKIN DOCTOR @theskindoctor13]

India pumps billions into other countries as tourists, yet we attract only a fraction of that traffic despite immense potential. The same chronic issues, if seriously addressed, can trigger a tourism boom :

1. Fix basic infra : Clean, usable public toilets at all tourist spots. Maintain reliable roads, proper signage, and adequate parking. Ensure last-mile connectivity, easy transport from airports and stations to actual destinations.

2. Filter out chhapris : Introduce entry fees at major tourist spots, not for revenue, but to minimise the chhapri crowd and those who harass or loiter.

3. Strict cleanliness : Regular garbage collection, clean streets, and dustbins must be non-negotiable. Littering should invite instant lathicharge followed by heavy fines through body cam wearing special tourism police.

4. Crackdown on harassment & scams : Deploy tourism police in sensitive areas. Set up fast-response helplines or app-based complaint systems. Overcharging by guides, auto drivers, shopkeepers, and hotels must face strict penalties.

5. Safety : Take strict action against harassment, molestation, theft, or public misconduct. People approaching foreigners for selfies, pranks, or reels should be lathicharged, then fined or jailed, period. Safety is the foundation of tourism.

6. Preserve what tourists actually come for : Protect monuments from encroachment, vandalism, and pollution. Don’t ruin authenticity with plastic stalls, laser lights, new construction.

7. Create a central app for booking tickets, hiring certified guides, planning transport, and accessing safety info. Every major monument and tourist service should be available through one smooth digital interface.

8. Develop hidden gems : India has gems beyond the Taj. Market lesser-known destinations like Hampi, Chanderi, and Mawlynnong. Offer incentives to states that promote and maintain such spots. Support homestays, eco-tourism, and cultural tourism in these areas.

9. Ditch slogans, run real campaigns : "Atithi Devo Bhava” needs to be visible on the ground, not just on glossy posters. Showcase India through authentic traveler stories, grassroots influencers, and actual experiences, not over-polished govt videos.

10. Build a feedback loop : Encourage honest tourist reviews, both Indian and foreign. Use this data to pinpoint and fix real issues. Reward regions that show visible improvement.

[Ministry of Defence, Government of India @SpokespersonMoD]

All media channels, digital platforms and individuals are advised to refrain from live coverage or real-time reporting of defence operations and movement of security forces. Disclosure of such sensitive or source-based information may jeopardize operational effectiveness and endanger lives. Past incidents like the #KargilWar, 26/11 attacks, and the #Kandahar hijacking underscore the risks of premature reporting. As per clause 6(1)(p) of the Cable Television Networks (Amendment) Rules, 2021, only periodic briefings by designated officials are permitted during anti-terror operations. All stakeholders are urged to exercise vigilance, sensitivity, and responsibility in coverage, upholding the highest standards in the service of the nation. 🇮🇳

Read more: https://t.co/bHscgUBMEV

#MediaAdvisory #NationalSecurity #MIBIndia #ResponsibleReporting

@rajnathsingh
@DefenceMinIndia
@SethSanjayMP
@HQ_IDS_India
@adgpi
@indiannavy
@IAF_MCC
@PIB_India

[Vimal Raj @the_vimals]

@TimesAlgebraIND Liked the idea, but how does it save money?

[Vimal Raj @the_vimals]

@Pvt_insaann Orange 👌

[Vimal Raj @the_vimals]

@JohanSalomon W: H6F8
B: D6E6
W: C1C6

[JCI Buddhapurnima Hyderabad @jci_bph]

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[Madhu Sudhan @murthymadhu]

@KTRTRS ,@KTRoffice @CommissionrGHMC ,@DC_Malkajgiri ,@mynampallyh situation in Shirdi Nagar Colony, East Anandbagh. Banda Cheruvu naala work pending for years. None accountable. Our miseries increase by the day everytime it rains.

[Vimal Raj @the_vimals]

(2) India has spoken. Loud and Clear.

Just one request to the opposition @INCIndia. Please please, spend the next 5 years improving yourselves rather than hating Modi.
#NotABhakth #ElectionResults2019

[Vimal Raj @the_vimals]

India has spoken. Loud and Clear.

Congratulations to @narendramodi Ji for a phenomenal victory! Let's continue and accelerate the reform process to take India ahead, as now you know, India is with you! #ElectionResults2019

[Vimal Raj @the_vimals]

Hey, @cricbuzz please give us "Score readout" feature. If Ads are the problem then in that case, you can play ads in between the overs, but please give us this feature ASAP. #feedback Thank you.
#IPLT20 #IPL #CricketLive

[Vimal Raj @the_vimals]

Why there is a Sudden strike of @tsrtc busus in hyderabad? @KTRTRS @TelanganaCMO @GHMCOnline @HarishRao_TRS why you are not able to stop this.
@TV9Telugu @NtvteluguHD @Abnandhrajyothi @ntdailyonline @V6News #tsrtcstrike