tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20022401.comments2023-10-05T16:12:41.773+05:30A GudemUnknownnoreply@blogger.comBlogger133125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20022401.post-57874831501746039492013-10-28T02:53:22.778+05:302013-10-28T02:53:22.778+05:30Next time more info dudeNext time more info dudeAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20022401.post-77188277976188844032012-04-26T19:36:50.171+05:302012-04-26T19:36:50.171+05:30The "Alamo" mentioned here was originall...The "Alamo" mentioned here was originally known as Mission San Antonio de Valero, a former Roman Catholic mission and fortress compound, site of the Battle of the Alamo in 1836, and now a museum, in Downtown San Antonio, Texas. 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All recommend this program to effectively advertise on the Internet, this is the best program!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20022401.post-87212450001545971722009-09-20T05:23:29.401+05:302009-09-20T05:23:29.401+05:30sad or beautiful? both?sad or beautiful? both?alejandra fitzsimonsnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20022401.post-64603151600486721572009-08-18T15:42:36.645+05:302009-08-18T15:42:36.645+05:30Thanks Chandra for sharing.Happy Vinayaka Chavithi...Thanks Chandra for sharing.Happy Vinayaka Chavithi.<br /><br />Cheers!!<br /><a href="http://www.hyderabadbazaar.com/" rel="nofollow">Ganesh chaturthi Gifts to Hyderabad,flowers to hyderabad,Vinayaka chavithi gifts to hyderabad,Cakes,Presents at Hyderabadbazaar</a>|<a href="http://www.us2guntur.com/" rel="nofollow">Send special ganapathi sweets,Guntur,India at Us2guntur</a>Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20022401.post-20655404772535137112008-12-27T03:07:00.000+05:302008-12-27T03:07:00.000+05:30http://businessandstate.blogspot.com/It is importa...http://businessandstate.blogspot.com/<BR/><BR/>It is important to understand the stakes and strategies defining the current Indo-Pak confrontation. The two rivals have gone beyond the stage of negotiation, and are testing each others resolve. The next step may be a preemptive strike by one against the other, and from there-- war.<BR/><BR/><BR/>http://businessandstate.blogspot.com/<BR/><BR/>I write this with no levity-- there is a strong case to be made against a war in the subcontinent. There is, however, also a case to be made in favor of one. I'd make the two, and hope to read your comments and views on the topic.<BR/><BR/>The case against is indubitably fiercely strong and, long term interests given preeminence, a most incontrovertible one. I'd enunciate five "pillar" arguments in favor of Peace in the Indian subcontinent;<BR/><BR/>The two nations are nuclear-armed.<BR/>The countries are poor, and densely populated, making widespread misery inevitable.<BR/>A war will make matters much worse<BR/>External interference will increase after a war<BR/>Multinational entities and capital will leave the region in droves, and development and commerce will be set back a century.<BR/><BR/>However, as I said in the beginning, there is constrained logic that makes a hesitant case in favor of a war<BR/><BR/>India, maybe unwillingly and even unwittingly, has become one of the global fronts in the "Jihadists" war. <BR/><BR/>http://businessandstate.blogspot.com/<BR/><BR/>The core thesis I want to run by you is: "India cannot prosper inspite of Pakistan, and Pakistan can prosper because of India."<BR/><BR/>To expand on the statement above, there is no way India can be a flourishing democracy without being a growth-economy. To grow, India needs foreign investment, for which it needs security, which it cannot have if the current relations with Pakistan continue. I hope my words don't sound critical of Pakistan-- it is great country, and a greater nation, though a suffering state. But Pakistan has the potential to hold India back.<BR/><BR/>Equally, India has the potential to help Pakistan grow-- India, with it's mercantile success, experience with democracy and liberalism (I would unhesitatingly accept all specific criticisms of Hindu fundamentals,) and progress on property rights -- can help Pakistan build a stronger economy, fashion stronger institutions, reverse the politicization of the military, and reduce the exhausting spending on defence.<BR/><BR/>http://businessandstate.blogspot.com/Hersh Chaturvedihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12570382314060427474noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20022401.post-18132881219334275102008-12-24T05:41:00.000+05:302008-12-24T05:41:00.000+05:30Chandra,I think among the list 'Announce renegotia...Chandra,<BR/><BR/>I think among the list 'Announce renegotiations of the Indus Water Treaty as the terms unduly favour Pakistan.' is probably the most potent weapon. <BR/><BR/>However, instead of talking of renegotiations right away, it is probably a good idea to subvert the treaty, making the treaty useless all but in its name. If this doesn't work out, even withdrawing from it might be considered. <BR/><BR/>I wonder if a similar strategy towards Bangladesh would work - my doubts arise due to the China factor and geography of the place.Photonmanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17695894057640886434noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20022401.post-44394309253786467632008-12-17T21:26:00.000+05:302008-12-17T21:26:00.000+05:30True. But it's one for Pakiland to think about it....True. But it's one for Pakiland to think about it. And they have done these type of calculations all the time and seem to get away with it for decades.<BR/><BR/>Also, because of our own no first use policy and no weapons on non-weapon state, Pakiland can do what ever it wants as long as there is some semblance of guarantee not only from US, but China too. If something like this deal remotely happens, Pakiland doesn't have to worry about talking heads in Bharat, but US itself. US will be free to act to do what it wants if weapons are removed. So, I think, the weapons are an insurance against US moves, more than against us.<BR/><BR/>One can't sell counter-insurance (or swap) to the insurer itself and expect insurance when in trouble.Chandrahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04763671243428875888noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20022401.post-88134813792180392982008-12-17T13:22:00.000+05:302008-12-17T13:22:00.000+05:30Chandra,I am not sure it will be easy for Pakistan...Chandra,<BR/><BR/>I am not sure it will be easy for Pakistan to get back nukes once it loses them - obviously this possibility will be factored into any strategy. <BR/><BR/>From Pakistan's point of view, I think a nuclear umbrella given by a sovereign nation is no substitute for having ownership of the real thing. Can Pakistan really force the US to use nukes on India to prevent Pakistan's dismemberment? What's more, their nukes allow the Pakis to freely export their jihad without any unwanted paybacks!Photonmanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17695894057640886434noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20022401.post-13670663524191925872008-12-04T11:21:00.000+05:302008-12-04T11:21:00.000+05:30I was reading in some story earlier that apparentl...I was reading in some story earlier that apparently John McCain sensed the bitterness when he was talking Manmohan.<BR/><BR/>I'd really be amazed if India send troops across the border. I think it would be better to make an open announcement that we'll target terror camps and start missile strikes - starting with LeT adda in Muzaffarabad, and hit various terror camps in PoJ&K and keep the option open that we'll strike if new ones come up. <BR/><BR/>In fact we should do that by asking US to start attacking the terror camps on LoPs western border, if Pakistan moves troops to the east. To me, that would be best outcome - we bomb the eastern camps, US takes out western camps and, who knows, may be capture Osama and others in the process.<BR/><BR/>That should be the joint squeeze to drastically reduce the menace for a few decades. Although I doubt US will go for it.Chandrahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04763671243428875888noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20022401.post-67872196988822626622008-12-04T10:59:00.000+05:302008-12-04T10:59:00.000+05:30Yes. I did mean Manmohan Singh/Pranab.'Although we...Yes. I did mean Manmohan Singh/Pranab.<BR/><BR/>'Although we complain bitterly, we always melt when American stake is involved.'<BR/><BR/>I agree this has happened all this while, and could happen this time as well. <BR/><BR/>But there are some factors that make the present time interesting: India's substantial presence in Afghanistan, changed Indian military strategy to fight limited conflicts ("cold start") and the US in the middle of a presidential transition, and along with Europe coping in a bad recession...Photonmanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17695894057640886434noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20022401.post-23803475478506390132008-12-04T10:41:00.000+05:302008-12-04T10:41:00.000+05:30By "these guys", do you mean to say Manmohan and M...By "these guys", do you mean to say Manmohan and Mukherjee?<BR/><BR/>I seriously doubt they will act. Although we complain bitterly, we always melt when American stake is involved.Chandrahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04763671243428875888noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20022401.post-3954577967986295122008-12-04T10:36:00.000+05:302008-12-04T10:36:00.000+05:30Indeed. Quite pathetic. But then even if punitive ...Indeed. Quite pathetic. <BR/><BR/>But then even if punitive action is being planned we can never expect to hear about it in public, at least not before the deed is done...<BR/><BR/>So how does one know what these guys are up to - *before* their act, that is? JMT...Photonmanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17695894057640886434noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20022401.post-64394633512926607282008-12-03T10:13:00.000+05:302008-12-03T10:13:00.000+05:30I completely agree with you! The mainstream media ...I completely agree with you! The mainstream media are just ridiculous! It is so obvious to me that they are just such CHICKENS to come out with the TRUTH! Terrorism is a real thing and we have to fight it not just hide our heads into the sand!Tanjahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00952469660844457090noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20022401.post-85541214727537597392008-12-02T00:22:00.000+05:302008-12-02T00:22:00.000+05:30Very well said! The Israelis will hunt down each a...Very well said! The Israelis will hunt down each and every terrorist organization who planned this and execute all of them. They executed a campaign for 20 years to kill every criminal involved in Munich Olympic carnage of Israelis players! 20 years - can you believe the tenacity!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20022401.post-13421757639860586522008-11-26T21:50:00.000+05:302008-11-26T21:50:00.000+05:30Chandra,I agree that UN resolutions are a stick to...Chandra,<BR/><BR/>I agree that UN resolutions are a stick to beat us with. But what if we question the legality and the validity of these resolutions? In other words, we counter the 'legal' arguments of the adversary with equally 'legal' sounding arguments. I use quotes because I don't believe sovereign nations (if powerful enough) cannot be governed by laws. Otherwise they no longer remain truly sovereign!<BR/><BR/>No one takes up the Tibet issue precisely because it's just not worth spoiling relations with China for that. I believe we can use the same tactic for Kashmir.<BR/><BR/>Your point about Kristof is well taken. I think a fitting reply would be to question the premise of his arguments, and of course, pointing out that from his arguments Tibet should have been free as well, as you rightly point out. If I were the government and think this Kristof is influential enough, I wouldn't mind planting stories that question his motives and background :)Photonmanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17695894057640886434noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20022401.post-84634544720612387512008-11-26T09:13:00.000+05:302008-11-26T09:13:00.000+05:30Photonman,I agree with what you say. In fact, Sri ...Photonman,<BR/><BR/>I agree with what you say. In fact, Sri Jaswant Singh gave another reason, in the 90s, as to why we can't part with J&K - because it goes against the secular nature of our government.<BR/><BR/>The only claim that Pakistan has is that J&K is a Muslim majority state (or former princely kingdom). Surely, this is not legal claim. Our only problem really with legality is with the UN resolution, thanks, of course, to the great chacha Nehru.<BR/><BR/>My point about Tibet is not so much with regards to diplomatic dialogue but with regards to exchange with the media types like Kristof. In fact, it was pointedly for Kristof because he sides with China, ignoring the human rights issues that apparently concerns him so much, when it comes to Tibet. And the reason he offers for Tibet being better off as part of China is the high growth of economy and access to markets and what not. If there was ever an international legal case for separation, it is Tibet. But none of powers will take up the cause.Chandrahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04763671243428875888noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20022401.post-36690292629358779022008-11-26T03:27:00.000+05:302008-11-26T03:27:00.000+05:30Chandra,I quite agree your (and Nitin's) pointing ...Chandra,<BR/><BR/>I quite agree your (and Nitin's) pointing out the danger of Obama getting involved with Kashmir. However, let's wait and see what happens.<BR/><BR/>Meanwhile, I think the argument you offer with comparisons to Tibet will actually undermine our position if used by any diplomat!<BR/><BR/>I would go with a strictly legal/geopolitical argument - every country worth its salt does that. Bascially: 'The region of Kashmir is vital to our national interest. We believe its accession to India is legal as per international law. Therefore, we believe Kashmir is an integral part of the country. It is against our constitution (and hence illegal) to consider its separation.' <BR/><BR/>Except for the first line, what I said has been standard Indian position for the last 60 years - remember we stuck to this even while we were living on food dole outs from the US, and got away with it. I think that you are underestimating our international clout when you make an argument that is a de facto admission of guilt.Photonmanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17695894057640886434noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20022401.post-85232778458589328162008-11-11T00:57:00.000+05:302008-11-11T00:57:00.000+05:30Thanks for writing this.Thanks for writing this.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20022401.post-81471455718665760502008-11-10T06:00:00.000+05:302008-11-10T06:00:00.000+05:30I see where you're coming from, but please remembe...I see where you're coming from, but please remember that these guys are clever enough to cast their message using acceptable discourse. <BR/><BR/>Take the Islamists for example. It is easy for them to cite instances (real or imaginary) of Muslim oppression and discrimination. They can always disown the acts of terror. Given the propensity of ordinary Muslims - even well educated ones - to fall for such propaganda, giving them such unfettered access to mass media could be counter-productive. <BR/><BR/>Also, much as I would like to agree with you, psec politicos and journalists would love to get involved in the mess. <BR/><BR/>In any case, much as I respect your opinion, to me it looks like the cost of this initiative failing - or morphing into something more sinister - is simply too high.Photonmanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17695894057640886434noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20022401.post-320089262382238122008-11-09T09:22:00.000+05:302008-11-09T09:22:00.000+05:30photonman,That's precisely what we want. In fact, ...photonman,<BR/><BR/>That's precisely what we want. In fact, if the terrorists were truthful, it would put the psec media and political parties supporting them on the defensive. We already know most of these guys are middle class well to do people - so Sachar route may not work. Of course they can blame Modi or what not. That can be countered also with real facts about riots and how many people actually die and what was done to the perpetrator by who.<BR/><BR/>The point is, right now intermediation of what the terrorists want is being done by psec media and appeasement based parties like Congress I. A series of forums like this will show the lie of these groups.<BR/><BR/>It could also turn the plenty of normally sane Muslims against them because the terrorists have nothing to offer to them. I see little downside.Chandrahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04763671243428875888noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20022401.post-30068301512731710102008-11-09T01:38:00.000+05:302008-11-09T01:38:00.000+05:30Although this prescription looks good on paper, it...Although this prescription looks good on paper, it's difficult to follow it for ideology-driven terrorists, even at the national level.<BR/><BR/>As an example, what do you achieve by televising a live discussion with organizations whose raison d'ĂȘtre is to mold India using Islamic principles, using violence if necessary? <BR/><BR/>Clearly their core objective is not only unconstitutional but also unacceptable to the vast majority of us. Giving a patient listening and airtime will only result in propaganda. Even worse, it will only embolden all sorts of nutcases to take up arms to get their twisted message 'heard'. <BR/><BR/>Ahimsa is not always desirable to tackle Adharma.Photonmanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17695894057640886434noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20022401.post-24162235669203696032008-09-25T10:47:00.000+05:302008-09-25T10:47:00.000+05:30Tax payers are victim of terrors too. They are und...Tax payers are victim of terrors too. They are under no obligation to pay for the accused...<BR/><BR/>Indian Justice system takes care of those who can not defend selves in the court of law by providing them with legal assistance. Why has Jamia jumped the gun is not difficult to see through.<BR/><BR/>As I asked Rohit too, why does not the 'Human Right activists' many of them are lawyers too, fight for theses accused in courts- free of cost - and get justice? Why do these champions of Secularism shout in TV studios protesting against the convictions?<BR/><BR/>Jamia is setting up a dangerous trend and is solely responsible for blaming the whole Muslim community as terrorists by this single act.<BR/><BR/>And all this 'fighting both sides' is bloody Non-Sense. In war, your are either with us or against us. there are no middle grounds.<BR/><BR/>PI.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20022401.post-35703778288462698062008-08-10T06:24:00.000+05:302008-08-10T06:24:00.000+05:30Chandra,well said. HS Surjeet is among the many c...Chandra,<BR/><BR/>well said. HS Surjeet is among the many commies who betrayed the Quit India movement and became paid informers of the Brits at that time. Which is why the real revolutionaries of those WW2 years, the Socialists notably, JP and Achyut Patwardhan, treated the commies with great contempt. While the Congress leaders simply went to jail, quite a few socialists were bumped off or at best tortured. After independence the history of the commies is one long litany of betrayal, and stupidity for which India continues to pay a dear price. EMS carved out a Muslim majority district in Kerala setting the communalism ball rolling, the commies' bootlicking of the Chinese is too well known to be recounted. HSS loved the poor but kept his riches for himself. His grandson's wedding was celebrated in pomp and glory at the Mohali Stadium a few years ago. So then what's left to praise of this man?Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20022401.post-54261340705373152882008-08-05T11:10:00.000+05:302008-08-05T11:10:00.000+05:30Simple and blunt, I liked it.And, its not as if yo...Simple and blunt, I liked it.<BR/>And, its not as if you encouraged someone to get him killed.<BR/><BR/>Especially when people are expected to be politically right pussies. <BR/><BR/>Like some of these overzealous religious athletes, praising God when they win, but failing to mention a word about God when they lose.Hypocrites.<BR/><BR/>-ShankarShankar Srinivasanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02190589777003764146noreply@blogger.com