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Valentine’s Day is not about what happens between boy and girl

Different people have different perspectives about Valentine’s Day and in a way that is good. For the youngsters, it is all about love and for the elders, it is both about caring and loving. Irrespective of whether it is Valentine’s Day or any other day, one should make it a point to spread love in a world that needs more of it. It is a day that gives us an opportunity to thank our family members for being there. It is also a day to teach our kids the true meaning of love -- that it is not only a boy-girl thing. On Valentine’s Day, we could even visit an old-age home, where the elderly long to talk to someone. You could make the day very special for them by showing your love.    


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In a democracy, law must give justice and be applied equally

JOHN ERIC GOMES, Porvorim
Published Feb 14, 2021, 12:26 AM IST
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To prevent India from becoming a police state used by the government against the people like the British, the Supreme Court issued directives in 2006, one of which was on promotions and recruitment. The law must give justice and be applied equally, be you so high or low. No State implemented the directives in letter and spirit. Our politicians fought tooth and nail against it. Fourteen years back Goa did establish a PEB (Police Establishment Board) which had DGP as chairman…

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