Innovation in India? Oxymoron?

I came across an well written article which points out the obvious- lack of innovation coming from India and some suggestions to remedy it. A lot of it is common sense- energy, transportation, education etc. But one point made in a comment caught my eye. It talked about our religions and allow me to quote:
"...The concept of consumerism and materialism is foreign to Indian religions such as Vedism/Sanatam Dharma, Sikhism, Jainism, Buddhism. Where there is no want, there is no need to innovate or create."
Very interesting! Reminds me of "Greed is good" - Gordon Gekko. :)
But this stereotype is so common even in Bollywood- rich guy is greedy tyrant while poor has the ideals. City guy is slick, farmer is rustic and innocent. Time to get rid of these notions.
BTW the article is at: http://seekingalpha.com/article/76511-where-are-indias-innovative-companies-products-and-solutions

Inspiration! ... ?

For a while I was aware that RD's Mehbooba was a lift from some western/african number. It was actually not that hard to find. The artist is Demis Roussos. It is interesting that he had worked with Vangelis... more about him later. But anyway the song is Say You Love Me. Its got more of a Celtic touch with Egyptian vocals. But Mehbooba still rocks! with Helen being icing on the cake..hehe

Perhaps you know that Vangelis' most famous/commercial theme - Chariots of Fire has made it into Hindi. Remember Khoon Bhari Maang and "Tuu Meri Hai Janu"? Now that somehow did not work for me. We have the inspiring theme on one hand and then .. who was that.. Bijlee writhing away.. haphazardly at that song.. sheesh!

I also came across a very comprehensive post on all remakes in Hindi. Check this huge list of copycats

So where do I begin?...

I am at a loss of words to describe the dark ages that our banks operate in. The apathy towards clients is beyond apalling. I have been having such a tough time getting things going that I will be able to fill MBs of this blog with my woes. So bear with me as my cup of (banking) misery spilleth over your search...