Einstein::An Inspiration

Einstein always appeared to have a clear view of the problems of physics and the determination to solve them. He had a strategy of his own and was able to visualize the main stages on the way to his goal. He regarded his major achievements as mere stepping-stones for the next advance.

At the start of his scientific work, Einstein realized the inadequacies of Newtonian mechanics and his special theory of relativity stemmed from an attempt to reconcile the laws of mechanics with the laws of the electromagnetic field. He dealt with classical problems of statistical mechanics and problems in which they were merged with quantum theory: this led to an explanation of the Brownian movement of molecules. He investigated the thermal properties of light with a low radiation density and his observations laid the foundation of the photon theory of light.

In his early days in Berlin, Einstein postulated that the correct interpretation of the special theory of relativity must also furnish a theory of gravitation and in 1916 he published his paper on the general theory of relativity. During this time he also contributed to the problems of the theory of radiation and statistical mechanics. In the 1920's, Einstein embarked on the construction of unified field theories, although he continued to work on the probabilistic interpretation of quantum theory, and he persevered with this work in America. He contributed to statistical mechanics by his development of the quantum theory of a monatomic gas and he has also accomplished valuable work in connection with atomic transition probabilities and relativistic cosmology.

After his retirement he continued to work towards the unification of the basic concepts of physics, taking the opposite approach, geometrisation, to the majority of physicists. Einstein's researches are, of course, well chronicled and his more important works include Special Theory of Relativity (1905), Relativity (English translations, 1920 and 1950), General Theory of Relativity (1916), Investigations on Theory of Brownian Movement (1926), and The Evolution of Physics (1938). Among his non-scientific works, About Zionism (1930), Why War? (1933), My Philosophy (1934), and Out of My Later Years (1950) are perhaps the most important.

Azim Premji::A Vision

A role model for young entrepreneurs across the world, Mr.Azim Premji has integrated the country's entrepreneurial tradition with professional management, based on sound values and uncompromising integrity.

Mr.Azim Premji's strength lies in bringing together and building charged teams of high potential-high performing people. His vision and pragmatism have helped Wipro Corporation to become the #2 most competitive and successful company in India as rated by Business Today, a leading business magazine in India Today, Wipro in terms of market capitalization is among the top 10 Corporations in India.

Mr. Premji very strongly believes that the most important contributors to Wipro's success have been the articulations and faithful adherence to core values, a shared vision for the future, identification and development of Wipro leaders through clearly defined Wipro Leaders' Qualities.

In View ::Dr. A. P. J. Abdul Kalam

Dr A.P.J. Abdul Kalam is the undisputed father of India's missile program. He has breathed life into ballistic missiles like the Agni and Prithvi, which put China and Pakistan well under India's missile range. It is too exhausting to track Dr Abdul Kalam's achievements to date.

In the '60s and '70s he was a trail blazer in the space department. In the '80s he transformed the moribund Defence Research and Development Laboratory in Hyderabad into a highly motivated team. By the '90s Kalam emerged as the czar of Indian science and technology and was awarded the Bharat Ratna. His life and mission is a vindication of what a determined person can achieve against extraordinary odds. Even at 71, he is indefatigable and dreams of making India into a technological superpower.

After completing his third year at MIT, Kalam joined Hindustan Aeronautics Limited(HAL), Bangalore as a trainee. Here, he worked on piston and turbine engines examining as part of a team.

During 1963-82, he served the Indian Space Research Organisation(ISRO) in various capacities. Here Kalam initiated Fibre Reinforced Plastics(FRP) activities, then after a stint with the aerodynamics and design group, he joined the satellite launch vehicle team at Thumba, near Trivandram and soon became Project Director for SLV-3. As Project Director, he was responsible for carrying out the design, development, qualification and flight testing of 44 major sub systems. The project managed to put Rohini, a scientific satellite, into orbit in July 1980. He was honoured with a Padma Bhushan in 1981.

He was Scientific Adviser to Defence Minister and Secretary, Department of Defence Research & Development from July 1992 to December 1999.

Dr. Kalam has served as the Principal Scientific Advisor to the Government of India, in the rank of Cabinet Minister, from November 1999 to November 2001. He was primarily responsible for evolving policies, strategies and missions for generation of innovations and support systems for multiple applications. Also, generating science and technology task in strategic, economic and social sectors in partnership with Government departments, institutions and industry. Dr. Kalam was also the Chairman, Ex-officio, of the Scientific Advisory Committee to the Cabinet (SAC-C).

Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam has been awarded Padma Bhushan in 1981, Padma Vibhushan in 1990 and BHARAT RATNA in 1997.

On July 25, 2002, Dr A.P.J. Abdul Kalam was sworn in as the 11th President of India by Chief Justice of India B.N. Kirpal in the Central Hall of Parliament.

For Standing Up....

Reasons Dates Have Given For Standing Someone Up ::

I showed up early and decided I just didn't feel like going out after all, so I went home before you arrived.

My dog died.

My neighbor's bird died, and I had to console my neighbor.

I figured that probably wasn't your real picture, so I didn't bother coming over.

I overslept.

I took the wrong freeway exit and got lost, and after 40 minutes, I gave up, turned around, and went home.

I know I said I'd be at home at 8:00 P.M., but I went out to a movie at 6:00 P.M. and had such a good time out after meeting some friends at the movie that I forgot all about our date and went out to dinner with them.

I had the address, but forgot which city you lived in.

Yesterday was the last day of my vacation, so I went two-stepping and ran into my ex there, and we fell in love again during a slow dance, so I can't date you any more, but I'd still like us to be friends.

My roommate overdosed and I had to take him to the emergency room.

• A guy noticed that his buddy was troubled and asked what was wrong.
  "Ohhh, it's my girlfriend."
  "Oh yeah? What's the problem?"
  "When I asked her if she could learn to love me," he said, "she asked me how much I was willing to spend on her education."

Jokes on Lawyer......

• "I have good news and bad news," a defence attorney told his client.

"First the bad news. The blood test came back, and your DNA is an exact match with that found at the crime scene.

"Oh, no!" cried the client. "What's the good news?" "Your cholesterol is down to 140."

• A man went to the Chamber of Commerce in a small town. Obviously distressed, he asked the man at the counter, 'Is there a criminal attorney in town?'

The man replied, 'Yes, but we can't prove it yet.'

• "You are a cheat!" shouted the attorney to his opponent.

"And you're a liar!" bellowed the opposition.

Banging his gavel loudly, the judge interjected, "Now that both attorneys have been identified for the record, let's get on with

• There was the cartoon showing two farmers fighting over the ownership of a cow. One was pulling the cow by the tail; the other was pulling on the horns. Underneath was a lawyer milking the cow.
  

• Walking into a lawyers office, a man asked what his rates were. "900 hundreds rupees for three questions," the lawyer stated. "Isn't that awfully expensive?" the man asked?" "Yes," replied the lawyer. "What's your third question

• Did you hear about the new microwave lawyer?

You spend eight minutes in his office and get billed as if you'd been there eight hours.

• What is the difference between a lawyer and a vampire?

A vampire only sucks blood at night.

• A housewife, an accountant and a lawyer were asked "How much is 2+2?"

The housewife replies: "Four!".

The accountant says: "I think it's either 3 or 4. Let me run those figures through my spreadsheet one more time.

"The lawyer pulls the drapes, dims the lights and asks in a hushed voice, "How much do you want it to be?"

Work Phrases

1. Thank you. We're all refreshed and challenged by your unique point of view.

2. I don't know what your problem is, but I'll bet it's hard to pronounce.

3. I have plenty of talent and vision. I just don't care.

4. I like you. You remind me of when I was young and stupid.

5. I'm not being rude. You're just insignificant.

6. I will always cherish the initial misconceptions I had about you.

7. How about never? Is never good for you?

8. I'm really easy to get along with once you people learn to worship me.

9. You sound reasonable...Time to up my medication.

10. I'll try being nicer if you'll try being smarter.

11. I'm out of my mind, but feel free to leave a message.

12. I don't work here. I'm a consultant.

13. It might look like I'm doing nothing, but at the cellular level I'm really quite busy.

14. At least I have a positive attitude about my destructive habits.

15. I see you've set aside this special time to humiliate yourself in public.

Laugh..........

• Marriage - a three ring circus: engagement ring, wedding ring, and suffering.

• Husband: "Your birthday is coming up, so I'd like some idea of what you'd like for your birthday."

Wife: "I want a divorce!"Pause.Husband: "I'm really sorry, but I hadn't planned to spend that much."

• A man was boasting to his friend, "You know, I am a well known collector of antiques."

His friend replied," Yes I know, I've seen your wife."

• A man's on his deathbed with his wife sitting near him.

He says "Dear wife, I must confess certain things to you before I die."

She says, "Hush now, husband, you're fading fast."

He says, "But this is really important, I must tell you so I can die with a clear conscience! I slept with your best friend, your sister, and your mother!"

She says, "I know, that's why I poisoned you."