New Year, New Diplomacy, New Hope
Trump-Putin Jugalbandi in international peace orchestra
( tabalchi from Europe may join)
Trump-Putin Jugalbandi in international peace orchestra
( tabalchi from Europe may join)
Saturday 31 December 2016
Friday 30 December 2016
Vladimirovich Diplomacy : Not to get provoked by lame duck POTUS
"The Russian diplomats returning home will spend the New Year Holidays with their relatives and dear ones. At home. We will not create problems for US diplomats. We will not expel anybody," Putin said in a statement circulated by the Kremlin press service.
"The Russian diplomats returning home will spend the New Year Holidays with their relatives and dear ones. At home. We will not create problems for US diplomats. We will not expel anybody," Putin said in a statement circulated by the Kremlin press service.
India rejects Pakistan's attack on Hindu organisations like RSS
New Delhi. Dec 30. Indian Foreign Office spokesperson today reacted strongly to Pakistan's allegation against Indian Hindu Organisations closely connected with Modi government.
He said, "The Pakistan MoFA statement of yesterday is absurd even by their standards.
"Labelling bonafide Indian political parties and social and cultural organisations as terrorist organisations seems a desperate attempt to deflect international focus from Pakistan's own complicity in spawning internationally proscribed organisations like LeT, JuD and JeM, which continue to target Pakistan's neighbours from territory under Pakistan's control."
Terrorist Masood Azhar Issue
China should show more understanding of the danger posed to all by terrorism : India
New Delhi Dec 30 . Indian Foreign Office spokesperson today said, "We note with concern China’s decision to block the proposal to list Masood Azhar as a designated terrorist under the 1267 Sanctions Committee of the UN Security Council which had been presented nine months ago and had received the strong backing of all other members of the Committee.
"The international community is aware that the Pakistan-based Jaish-e-Mohammed which is proscribed by the United Nations, has been responsible for innumerable terrorist attacks on India including the Pathankot Air Base attack. The inability of the international community to list its leader Masood Azhar is an unfortunate blow to the concerted efforts to effectively counter all forms of terrorism, and confirms prevalence of double standards in the fight against terrorism.
"This decision by China is surprising as China herself has been affected by the scourge of terrorism and has declared opposition to all forms of terrorism. As a consequence of this decision, the UN Security Council has again been prevented from acting against the leader of a listed terrorist organization.
"We had expected China would have been more understanding of the danger posed to all by terrorism and would join India and others in fighting the common challenge of terrorism.
"On our part, we will continue to push forward with resolute determination through the use of all options available with us to bring perpetrators of terrorist violence to justice."
Wednesday 28 December 2016
Simhavalokan- 2016
Biggest News Story (World) - Donald Trump's victory in US presidential elections
Biggest News Story (India) - Demonetisation of high currency notes
Persons of the Year (M) - Donald trump
'Person of the Year' maker - Bernie Sanders
Endorser of the Year - Tulsi Gabbard
Person of the Year (F) - Melania Trump
Loser of the Year (World) - Hillary Clinton / Angela Merkel
Strategist of the Year - Valdimir Vladimirocih Putin
Hero of the Year - Social Media
Villian of the Year - Estabilisment Media
Person of the Year (India) - (again) Narendra Modi
Baby of the Year (India) - Taimur
Saturday 24 December 2016
Tuesday 13 December 2016
Friday 2 December 2016
Thursday 24 November 2016
Saturday 19 November 2016
Thursday 17 November 2016
Wednesday 16 November 2016
President-elect Donald Trump's “chief strategist” Steve Bannon on India and Narendra Modi
"And that center-right revolt is really a global revolt. I think you’re
going to see it in Latin America, I think you’re going to see it in
Asia, I think you’ve already seen it in India. (Narendra) Modi’s great victory( in 2014 elections) was
very much based on these Reaganesque principles, so I think this is a
global revolt, and we are very fortunate and proud to be the news site ( his news site Breitbart)
that is reporting that throughout the world." ( interview- summer of 2014)
Tuesday 15 November 2016
Saturday 15 October 2016
Joint Statement : India praises Russia's Syria policy
New Delhi . "Both Sides expressed concern over the continuing instability in South-Eastern Ukraine and supported a political and negotiated settlement of the issue through the complete implementation of the Package of Measures for the Implementation of Minsk Agreements of February 12, 2015.
"The two Sides are convinced that the conflict in Syria should be peacefully resolved through comprehensive and inclusive intra-Syrian dialogue based on the Geneva Communique of June 30, 2012, and relevant UN Security Council resolutions. Both Sides underlined the necessity of strengthening the cessation of hostilities, delivery of humanitarian aid to besieged areas, and the continuation of intra-Syrian dialogue under UN supervision. India recognized Russian Side's effort towards achieving a political and negotiated settlement of the situation in Syria."
New Delhi . "Both Sides expressed concern over the continuing instability in South-Eastern Ukraine and supported a political and negotiated settlement of the issue through the complete implementation of the Package of Measures for the Implementation of Minsk Agreements of February 12, 2015.
"The two Sides are convinced that the conflict in Syria should be peacefully resolved through comprehensive and inclusive intra-Syrian dialogue based on the Geneva Communique of June 30, 2012, and relevant UN Security Council resolutions. Both Sides underlined the necessity of strengthening the cessation of hostilities, delivery of humanitarian aid to besieged areas, and the continuation of intra-Syrian dialogue under UN supervision. India recognized Russian Side's effort towards achieving a political and negotiated settlement of the situation in Syria."
Joint Statement : Russia, India, China (RIC) cooperation
New Delhi. "Having stressed the importance of cooperation between Russia, India and China (RIC) the Leaders welcomed the outcomes of the RIC Ministerial Meeting in Moscow on 18 April, 2016 as a tangible contribution to deepening mutual trust and coordination on international and regional issues.
"Both Sides reaffirmed their desire to further strengthen interaction in the trilateral format in order to jointly counter new challenges and threats."
New Delhi. "Having stressed the importance of cooperation between Russia, India and China (RIC) the Leaders welcomed the outcomes of the RIC Ministerial Meeting in Moscow on 18 April, 2016 as a tangible contribution to deepening mutual trust and coordination on international and regional issues.
"Both Sides reaffirmed their desire to further strengthen interaction in the trilateral format in order to jointly counter new challenges and threats."
Joint Statement : Russia will remain India's major defence and strategic partner
New Delhi. "Prime Minister Modi reiterated that Russia will remain India's major defence and strategic partner, and the enduring partnership between them is an anchor of peace and stability in a changing world order.
"President Putin reaffirmed Russia’s continued commitment to the Special and Privileged Strategic Partnership with India and noted the commonality of positions of both the countries on such issues as war on terrorism. Indian Side expressed its appreciation for Russia’s unequivocal condemnation of the terrorist attack on army base in Uri."
New Delhi. "Prime Minister Modi reiterated that Russia will remain India's major defence and strategic partner, and the enduring partnership between them is an anchor of peace and stability in a changing world order.
"President Putin reaffirmed Russia’s continued commitment to the Special and Privileged Strategic Partnership with India and noted the commonality of positions of both the countries on such issues as war on terrorism. Indian Side expressed its appreciation for Russia’s unequivocal condemnation of the terrorist attack on army base in Uri."
Joint Statement :India, Russia to ensure peace and stability in Asia Pacific region
New Delhi . "The Sides reiterated their commitment to further jointly promote coordination and cooperation aimed at maintaining lasting peace and stability in the Asia Pacific region.
"They supported the development of an open, inclusive and transparent security and cooperation architecture in the region on the basis of universally recognized principles of international law. In this regard they confirmed their commitment towards continued discussion on regional security architecture in the Asia Pacific under the framework of the East Asia Summit."
New Delhi . "The Sides reiterated their commitment to further jointly promote coordination and cooperation aimed at maintaining lasting peace and stability in the Asia Pacific region.
"They supported the development of an open, inclusive and transparent security and cooperation architecture in the region on the basis of universally recognized principles of international law. In this regard they confirmed their commitment towards continued discussion on regional security architecture in the Asia Pacific under the framework of the East Asia Summit."
Narendra Modi : Raj Kapoor of international diplomacy
A sentence in Russian speaks an epic
स्तारीय द्रुग लुछे नोविख़ द्वुख
[Means: An Old friend is better than two new friends.]
New Delhi. Narendra Modi knows how to win new friends. And more importantly he knows how to keep old friendship intact and cherish it.
India's Pro West elites and media till this morning were whispering among themselves and amidst gullible listeners about a shift in India's foreign policy. They overplayed the Russia-Pakistan anti-terrorism drills in KPK and tried to convince Indian people that Russia is changing its strategic priorities in view of India's changing strategic position in favour of US.
But in a single sentence Narendra Modi spoke an epic. In 1950s Russians sang Avaraa huun (आवारा हूँ) in the streets of Moscow ; Raj Kapoor was their icon .Modi proved himself as Raj Kapoor of international diplomacy.
A sentence in Russian speaks an epic
स्तारीय द्रुग लुछे नोविख़ द्वुख
[Means: An Old friend is better than two new friends.]
New Delhi. Narendra Modi knows how to win new friends. And more importantly he knows how to keep old friendship intact and cherish it.
India's Pro West elites and media till this morning were whispering among themselves and amidst gullible listeners about a shift in India's foreign policy. They overplayed the Russia-Pakistan anti-terrorism drills in KPK and tried to convince Indian people that Russia is changing its strategic priorities in view of India's changing strategic position in favour of US.
But in a single sentence Narendra Modi spoke an epic. In 1950s Russians sang Avaraa huun (आवारा हूँ) in the streets of Moscow ; Raj Kapoor was their icon .Modi proved himself as Raj Kapoor of international diplomacy.
Narendra Modi's press statement in 17th India-Russia summit
Your Excellency President Vladimir Putin,
Distinguished members of the Russian and Indian delegations,
Members of the media,
It gives me great pleasure to welcome President Putin, an old friend of India, here in Goa today.As they say in Russian:
स्तारीय द्रुग लुछे नोविख़ द्वुख
[Means: An Old friend is better than two new friends.]
Excellency Putin, I am aware of your deep affection for India. Your personal attention has been a source of strength in our relationship. And, in the complex and changing global context, your leadership has provided stability and substance to our strategic partnership. Ours is a truly privileged and unique relationship.
Friends,
Since the last two Annual Summits, the journey of our partnership has seen renewed focus and drive. President Putin and I have just concluded an extensive and useful conversation on the entire spectrum of our engagement. The highly productive outcomes of our meeting clearly establish the special and privileged nature of our strategic partnership.They also lay the foundations for deeper defence and economic ties in years ahead.The agreements on manufacturing of Kamov 226T helicopters; constructions of frigates; and acquisition and building of other defence platforms are in synergy with India’s technology and security priorities. They also help us achieve the objectives of Make in India. We have also agreed to work on an annual military industrial conference that will allow stakeholders on both sides to institute and push collaboration. These projects are new chapters in a long history of strong and diverse defence partnership that both sides can take much pride in. Just minutes ago, with dedication of Kudankulum 2 and laying of foundation concrete of Kundankulum 3 and 4, we saw the tangible results of India-Russia cooperation in the field of Civil Nuclear Energy. And, with proposed construction of another eight reactors, our wide ranging cooperation in nuclear energy is set to bring rich dividends for both of us. It also fits in with our needs of energy security, access to high technology and greater localization and manufacturing in India. Last year in Moscow, I had said that we would be enlarging our presence in Russia’s Hydrocarbon sector.In last four months alone, in a clear expression of our strong and deep engagement in the Hydrocarbon sector, Indian companies have invested close to US Dollars 5.5 billion in Russia’s Oil and Gas sector.And, with President Putin’s support, we are ready and willing to expand the scope of our engagement further. We are also undertaking a joint study of a gas pipeline route between our two countries. A combination of robust civil nuclear cooperation, LNG sourcing, partnership in the Oil and Gas sector, and engagement in renewables can construct a promising ‘Energy Bridge’ between our two countries.
Friends,
With an eye on the future, we also agreed to set up a Science and Technology Commission. Through this our societies will reap the benefits of joint development, transfer and sharing of cutting edge technologies in different fields. As with the last Summit, we also continue to expand, diversify and deepen our economic engagement.Businesses and Industry between our two countries is connected more deeply today. Trade and investment ties are on the upswing. And, with President Putin’s backing, we hope to fast track India’s association with Eurasian Economic Union Free Trade Agreement. The Green Corridor and the International North South Transport Corridor will serve to strengthen trade facilitation, logistical links and ensure better connectivity between our countries. Our efforts for early setting up of the Investment Fund of US Dollars 1 billion between National Investment and Infrastructure Fund (NIIF) and Russia Direct Investment Fund (RDIF) will help advance our infrastructure partnership. We also want our economic linkages to connect the regions and states in both countries.
Friends,
The success of this Summit shines a spotlight on the abiding strength of India-Russia strategic partnership. It also highlights our strong convergence of views and positions on pressing international and regional issues. Russia’s clear stand on the need to combat terrorism mirrors our own. We deeply appreciate Russia’s understanding and support of our actions to fight cross-border terrorism, that threatens our entire region.We both affirmed the need for zero tolerance in dealing with terrorists and their supporters. President Putin and I noted the similarity of our views on the situation in Afghanistan and turmoil in West Asia.We also agreed to work closely to respond to the challenges posed by the unsettled nature of the global economic and financial markets.Our close collaboration at the United Nations, BRICS, East Asia Summit, G-20, Shanghai Cooperation Organization makes our partnership truly global, both in its scope and coverage.
Excellency Putin,
As we approach the seventieth (70th) anniversary of the establishment of our diplomatic ties next year, India and Russia are celebrating and building on the achievements of our past. We are working to model a partnership that befits our common ambition and meets our shared goals for the twenty-first (21st) century. Our close friendship has given clear direction, fresh impulse, stronger momentum and rich content to our ties.In the emerging regional and global landscape, it has been a source of strength and substance, a driver of peace and a factor of stability.
As one would say it in Russian:
इंडियाई रस्सीया-रुका अब रुकु व स्वेतलोय बदूशीय
[India and Russia-together to a bright future.]
Thank you! Thank you very much.
Your Excellency President Vladimir Putin,
Distinguished members of the Russian and Indian delegations,
Members of the media,
It gives me great pleasure to welcome President Putin, an old friend of India, here in Goa today.As they say in Russian:
स्तारीय द्रुग लुछे नोविख़ द्वुख
[Means: An Old friend is better than two new friends.]
Excellency Putin, I am aware of your deep affection for India. Your personal attention has been a source of strength in our relationship. And, in the complex and changing global context, your leadership has provided stability and substance to our strategic partnership. Ours is a truly privileged and unique relationship.
Friends,
Since the last two Annual Summits, the journey of our partnership has seen renewed focus and drive. President Putin and I have just concluded an extensive and useful conversation on the entire spectrum of our engagement. The highly productive outcomes of our meeting clearly establish the special and privileged nature of our strategic partnership.They also lay the foundations for deeper defence and economic ties in years ahead.The agreements on manufacturing of Kamov 226T helicopters; constructions of frigates; and acquisition and building of other defence platforms are in synergy with India’s technology and security priorities. They also help us achieve the objectives of Make in India. We have also agreed to work on an annual military industrial conference that will allow stakeholders on both sides to institute and push collaboration. These projects are new chapters in a long history of strong and diverse defence partnership that both sides can take much pride in. Just minutes ago, with dedication of Kudankulum 2 and laying of foundation concrete of Kundankulum 3 and 4, we saw the tangible results of India-Russia cooperation in the field of Civil Nuclear Energy. And, with proposed construction of another eight reactors, our wide ranging cooperation in nuclear energy is set to bring rich dividends for both of us. It also fits in with our needs of energy security, access to high technology and greater localization and manufacturing in India. Last year in Moscow, I had said that we would be enlarging our presence in Russia’s Hydrocarbon sector.In last four months alone, in a clear expression of our strong and deep engagement in the Hydrocarbon sector, Indian companies have invested close to US Dollars 5.5 billion in Russia’s Oil and Gas sector.And, with President Putin’s support, we are ready and willing to expand the scope of our engagement further. We are also undertaking a joint study of a gas pipeline route between our two countries. A combination of robust civil nuclear cooperation, LNG sourcing, partnership in the Oil and Gas sector, and engagement in renewables can construct a promising ‘Energy Bridge’ between our two countries.
Friends,
With an eye on the future, we also agreed to set up a Science and Technology Commission. Through this our societies will reap the benefits of joint development, transfer and sharing of cutting edge technologies in different fields. As with the last Summit, we also continue to expand, diversify and deepen our economic engagement.Businesses and Industry between our two countries is connected more deeply today. Trade and investment ties are on the upswing. And, with President Putin’s backing, we hope to fast track India’s association with Eurasian Economic Union Free Trade Agreement. The Green Corridor and the International North South Transport Corridor will serve to strengthen trade facilitation, logistical links and ensure better connectivity between our countries. Our efforts for early setting up of the Investment Fund of US Dollars 1 billion between National Investment and Infrastructure Fund (NIIF) and Russia Direct Investment Fund (RDIF) will help advance our infrastructure partnership. We also want our economic linkages to connect the regions and states in both countries.
Friends,
The success of this Summit shines a spotlight on the abiding strength of India-Russia strategic partnership. It also highlights our strong convergence of views and positions on pressing international and regional issues. Russia’s clear stand on the need to combat terrorism mirrors our own. We deeply appreciate Russia’s understanding and support of our actions to fight cross-border terrorism, that threatens our entire region.We both affirmed the need for zero tolerance in dealing with terrorists and their supporters. President Putin and I noted the similarity of our views on the situation in Afghanistan and turmoil in West Asia.We also agreed to work closely to respond to the challenges posed by the unsettled nature of the global economic and financial markets.Our close collaboration at the United Nations, BRICS, East Asia Summit, G-20, Shanghai Cooperation Organization makes our partnership truly global, both in its scope and coverage.
Excellency Putin,
As we approach the seventieth (70th) anniversary of the establishment of our diplomatic ties next year, India and Russia are celebrating and building on the achievements of our past. We are working to model a partnership that befits our common ambition and meets our shared goals for the twenty-first (21st) century. Our close friendship has given clear direction, fresh impulse, stronger momentum and rich content to our ties.In the emerging regional and global landscape, it has been a source of strength and substance, a driver of peace and a factor of stability.
As one would say it in Russian:
इंडियाई रस्सीया-रुका अब रुकु व स्वेतलोय बदूशीय
[India and Russia-together to a bright future.]
Thank you! Thank you very much.
Friday 14 October 2016
| S-400 : Defence Minister Manohar Parrikar's Statement In Rajya Sabha in May 2016 New Delhi . Defence Minister Manohar Parrikar informed the Rajya Sabha that The five firing units of S-400 LRSAM system are planned for induction in Indian Air Force in 13th plan period (2017-2022). He said S-400 has better performance parameters compared to S-300 on account of (i) maximum and minimum target engagement range, (ii) minimum target engagement altitude, (iii) maximum speed of target engaged, (iv) number of targets engaged simultaneously, (v) maximum radar cross-section of targets engaged, and (vi) deployment time. He further said The Defence Acquisition Council has in its meeting held on 17th December, 2015, accorded approval for purchase of S-400 LRSAM system (Triumf Missile System) along with associated equipment and missiles from Russia. A contract has been signed for supply of five Full Mission Simulators for SU-30 MKI aircraft with a Russian firm during 2015-16. |
S-400 "Triumph" would make Indian skies safe and secure
New Delhi. S-400 in Syria deterred Western powers to obstruct Russian air campaign against terrorists . The most advanced anti-missile air defence system would provide India much needed "kavach".
A triumph of Indian diplomacy. (Pro West Indian media would make headline : S-400 would deter China)
New Delhi. S-400 in Syria deterred Western powers to obstruct Russian air campaign against terrorists . The most advanced anti-missile air defence system would provide India much needed "kavach".
A triumph of Indian diplomacy. (Pro West Indian media would make headline : S-400 would deter China)
Thursday 13 October 2016
Vladimir Putin- Narendra Modi Summit-2016:
Russia ignored LEMOA as dud deal and India should ignore Russia-Pakistan military drill as a non-event
New Delhi. Brics-2016 provides Narendra Modi an opportunity to raise his international profile and clear up the perception that India is deviating from the path of NAM and strategic autonomy.
It is "Bandung Moment" for Modi to assert India's pivotal role in world affairs as a champion of equitable and just world system free form hegemony.
World awaits GOA Declaration with much hope. Time to re-arrange bricks to build a new world structure.
Russia ignored LEMOA as dud deal and India should ignore Russia-Pakistan military drill as a non-event
New Delhi. Brics-2016 provides Narendra Modi an opportunity to raise his international profile and clear up the perception that India is deviating from the path of NAM and strategic autonomy.
It is "Bandung Moment" for Modi to assert India's pivotal role in world affairs as a champion of equitable and just world system free form hegemony.
World awaits GOA Declaration with much hope. Time to re-arrange bricks to build a new world structure.
Monday 10 October 2016
Tuesday 12 July 2016
UNCLOS Award : Careful Study takes only few hours for MEA Officials
New Delhi/Varanasi. The MEA, after saying that it was carefully studying the UNCLOS Award, came out with a statement within couple of hours . The statement was short but it puts onus on China to normalize situation in South China Sea .
The MEA Says, " India has noted the Award of the Arbitral Tribunal constituted under Annex VII of the 1982 United Nations Convention on the Law of Sea (UNCLOS) in the matter concerning the Republic of the Philippines and the People’s Republic of China.
"India supports freedom of navigation and over flight, and unimpeded commerce, based on the principles of international law, as reflected notably in the UNCLOS. India believes that States should resolve disputes through peaceful means without threat or use of force and exercise self-restraint in the conduct of activities that could complicate or escalate disputes affecting peace and stability.
"Sea lanes of communication passing through the South China Sea are critical for peace, stability, prosperity and development. As a State Party to the UNCLOS, India urges all parties to show utmost respect for the UNCLOS, which establishes the international legal order of the seas and oceans."
New Delhi/Varanasi. The MEA, after saying that it was carefully studying the UNCLOS Award, came out with a statement within couple of hours . The statement was short but it puts onus on China to normalize situation in South China Sea .
The MEA Says, " India has noted the Award of the Arbitral Tribunal constituted under Annex VII of the 1982 United Nations Convention on the Law of Sea (UNCLOS) in the matter concerning the Republic of the Philippines and the People’s Republic of China.
"India supports freedom of navigation and over flight, and unimpeded commerce, based on the principles of international law, as reflected notably in the UNCLOS. India believes that States should resolve disputes through peaceful means without threat or use of force and exercise self-restraint in the conduct of activities that could complicate or escalate disputes affecting peace and stability.
"Sea lanes of communication passing through the South China Sea are critical for peace, stability, prosperity and development. As a State Party to the UNCLOS, India urges all parties to show utmost respect for the UNCLOS, which establishes the international legal order of the seas and oceans."
UNCLOS award : China rejects, East Asia welcomes and India "studying it carefully"
New Delhi/Varanasi. India , it appears, has overcome "only one country" ( opposition in NSG) mania and has adopted a cautious approach to the South China Sea (SCS) dispute. Typical to India, the MEA avoided using term SCS and only referred "matter concerning the Republic of the Philippines and the Peoples Republic of China."
And when MEA says that it is "studying it carefully", it means the matter hardly requires any studying . China, Himalayan sibling, should appreciate India's gesture.
New Delhi/Varanasi. India , it appears, has overcome "only one country" ( opposition in NSG) mania and has adopted a cautious approach to the South China Sea (SCS) dispute. Typical to India, the MEA avoided using term SCS and only referred "matter concerning the Republic of the Philippines and the Peoples Republic of China."
And when MEA says that it is "studying it carefully", it means the matter hardly requires any studying . China, Himalayan sibling, should appreciate India's gesture.
India's cautious response on UNCLOS award
New Delhi/Varanasi. MEA statement says, "India has noted the Award of the Arbitral Tribunal constituted under Annex VII of the 1982 United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS) in the matter concerning the Republic of the Philippines and the Peoples Republic of China and is studying it carefully."
Wednesday 6 July 2016
Narendra Modi's new Avatara : PPM (Pracharaka Prime Minister)
New Delhi/Varanasi . Now deal with Pracharaka Narendra Modi. Recent ministry expansion brings a sea change in the national politics as just in the mid way, Narendra Modi switches over to a new track- the track laid down by Hindu nationalist organisations/movements. It is an overt manifestation of new politics of Hindu centric governance .
Modi might not be the sole author of this whole script- some specific inputs must have come from RSS headquarters, though Modi did not need any such inputs, he has only to relive his Pracharaka past. He was an RSS pracharaka for decades and if he would not have jumped in the politics, he would be in the echelon of the organisation.
Modi's personality and image (especially is sartorial obsession) differ so much from a conventional pracharaka, but his world view, thought and language are distinctively have Pracharaka imprints. Pracharakas are 'whole timers' who lead bachelor life and devote time and energy to the cause of Hindu rejuvenation.
It is too early to predict what this would bring to India- good or bad.
New Delhi/Varanasi . Now deal with Pracharaka Narendra Modi. Recent ministry expansion brings a sea change in the national politics as just in the mid way, Narendra Modi switches over to a new track- the track laid down by Hindu nationalist organisations/movements. It is an overt manifestation of new politics of Hindu centric governance .
Modi might not be the sole author of this whole script- some specific inputs must have come from RSS headquarters, though Modi did not need any such inputs, he has only to relive his Pracharaka past. He was an RSS pracharaka for decades and if he would not have jumped in the politics, he would be in the echelon of the organisation.
Modi's personality and image (especially is sartorial obsession) differ so much from a conventional pracharaka, but his world view, thought and language are distinctively have Pracharaka imprints. Pracharakas are 'whole timers' who lead bachelor life and devote time and energy to the cause of Hindu rejuvenation.
It is too early to predict what this would bring to India- good or bad.
Tuesday 28 June 2016
Narendra Modi's "Bagh Bakree" Diplomacy - some explanations
New Delhi/Varanasi. Narendra Modi must have known the "Bagh Bakree" (tiger-goat) term way back in his childhood when he used to sell tea at the platform of Vadnagar railway station, his native place. Father Damodardas, while preparing tea, might have used the "Bagh Bakree Tea", a famous 125 year old brand having roots in Gujarat.
The brand name is unique- India's most popular beverage has taste of two different kinds of animal traits and both can live in peace and harmony. Tiger is India's national animal and Bakree is Mahatma's little cow . The Mahatma preferred Bakree over holy cow for obvious reasons . Cow occasionally uses her horns and kicks and owner has to endure them to collect milk, only next to nectar. Goats are as harmless as the Mahatma himself. Most peaceful and Most violent people on earth, erected his statues world over.
Bal Narendra is now Prime Minister of world's largest democracy and the imprint of Bagh and Bakree is now taking a concrete shape in his foreign policy. He is confident that he can befriend both- tiger and goat simultaneously.
Shia-Sunni conflict or new cold war between US and Russia and US and China do not bother him. He, in an interview on Monday, said it is possible to keep friendly relations and do business with two mutually inimical countries. He was forthright in giving example of his successful engagement with Saudi Arabia and Qatar on one one hand and Iran on the other .
In his Post graduation Modi opted International Relations as one of the papers and we are told that he got 48/100 marks. Perhaps in examination he dwelt more on his Bagh- Bakree understanding of world affairs than Bismark and Hans Morgenthau.
Overall, his Bagh Bakree diplomacy is proving successful, despite a setback in NSG.
New Delhi/Varanasi. Narendra Modi must have known the "Bagh Bakree" (tiger-goat) term way back in his childhood when he used to sell tea at the platform of Vadnagar railway station, his native place. Father Damodardas, while preparing tea, might have used the "Bagh Bakree Tea", a famous 125 year old brand having roots in Gujarat.
The brand name is unique- India's most popular beverage has taste of two different kinds of animal traits and both can live in peace and harmony. Tiger is India's national animal and Bakree is Mahatma's little cow . The Mahatma preferred Bakree over holy cow for obvious reasons . Cow occasionally uses her horns and kicks and owner has to endure them to collect milk, only next to nectar. Goats are as harmless as the Mahatma himself. Most peaceful and Most violent people on earth, erected his statues world over.
Bal Narendra is now Prime Minister of world's largest democracy and the imprint of Bagh and Bakree is now taking a concrete shape in his foreign policy. He is confident that he can befriend both- tiger and goat simultaneously.
Shia-Sunni conflict or new cold war between US and Russia and US and China do not bother him. He, in an interview on Monday, said it is possible to keep friendly relations and do business with two mutually inimical countries. He was forthright in giving example of his successful engagement with Saudi Arabia and Qatar on one one hand and Iran on the other .
In his Post graduation Modi opted International Relations as one of the papers and we are told that he got 48/100 marks. Perhaps in examination he dwelt more on his Bagh- Bakree understanding of world affairs than Bismark and Hans Morgenthau.
Overall, his Bagh Bakree diplomacy is proving successful, despite a setback in NSG.
Saturday 11 June 2016
Narendra Modi's rendering of Virudaavali at Capitol Hill
His pronunciation saved the day "foolly"
Banarasis will not mind fool understanding, fool cooperation and fool partnership with United States.
His pronunciation saved the day "foolly"
Varanasi/New Delhi. Goddess Saraswati was listening to her prodigy son speaking before a packed hall at Capitol Hill. As a proud mother she was ignoring errors and faults here and there. She got annoyed when the son tried to revive lost medieval tradition of Bhaats and Chaarans rendering virudaavali of the rulers. She thought the son should at least have a sense of proportion. And as the son went on and went on she decided to intervene.
The Goddess descended on son's jihvaa (tongue). And audiences heard the Honorable Prime Minster of Republic of India uttering - "we will realise the "fool" promise of this extraordinary relationship".
Banarasis will not mind fool understanding, fool cooperation and fool partnership with United States.
Friday 10 June 2016
United States is in election mode and the best election speech is delivered by Narendra Modi at Capitol Hill
Varanasi/New Delhi . Narendra Modi whispered a gurumantra in the ears of his hardened detractors (after Capitol Hill address his admirers ) and they would chant the mantra for next one decade- The US is indispensable partner ! The US is indispensable partner !!
A clever political googly .
Varanasi/New Delhi . Narendra Modi whispered a gurumantra in the ears of his hardened detractors (after Capitol Hill address his admirers ) and they would chant the mantra for next one decade- The US is indispensable partner ! The US is indispensable partner !!
A clever political googly .
Thursday 9 June 2016
Narendra Modi's Address at Capitol Hill
Varanasi/New Delhi. Prime Minister Narendra Modi's address can be summarised in two sentences-
India is Heaven's Lower Chamber
United States is Heaven's Upper Chamber
Our Man in Parliament adhered to Vedic edict- Na Bruyat Satyam Apriyam ( one should not speak a bitter truth) . And he earned applauses and standing ovations. Banarasis were not impressed.
Varanasi/New Delhi. Prime Minister Narendra Modi's address can be summarised in two sentences-
India is Heaven's Lower Chamber
United States is Heaven's Upper Chamber
Our Man in Parliament adhered to Vedic edict- Na Bruyat Satyam Apriyam ( one should not speak a bitter truth) . And he earned applauses and standing ovations. Banarasis were not impressed.
Tuesday 7 June 2016
Narendra Modi at the Arlington Cemetery : An Indian Prime Minister in the land of Indians
Varanasi/New Delhi . Narendra Modi laid a wreath at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, at the Arlington Cemetery soon after his arrival in Washington DC on Monday afternoon. Dead, soldiers and martyrs deserve respect.
One wonders whether there exists any cemetery or memorial in honour or remembrance of native Indians who dwelled this land before the arrival of white settlers. Necostin Indians were plundered and butchered by the encroachers and were driven to forests and hills.
A few hundred surviving Indians live in reserves. And their land now houses military and administrative establishment of the Empire.
Modi is known for doing his home work about the places and people , to be visited, to be engaged with. But United States' Indian ethos is too much for him.
Modi is to address US Congress at Capitol Hill on June 8. The temple of US democracy was build on land of Anacostian Indians . The soil is soaked with their blood and bones.
At Capitol Hill Modi should pay homage to Indians and recite one of their poems as if reciting a Vedic richa-
Oh Great Spirit
Of the Indian People
Hear my words
For they are words that come
From the heart, soul and mind.
Oh Great Spirit
Be my eyes,
Be my ears,
Be my heart,
Be my soul,
So that I may walk
With dignity and pride.
Oh Great Spirit
Of the Indian People
Know of me.
For I am of your people.
I am Indian,
An Indian of the Circle of Life
A prisoner of war
In my own land!
Time to remember fellow Indians, who once blessed the land
Varanasi/New Delhi . Narendra Modi laid a wreath at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, at the Arlington Cemetery soon after his arrival in Washington DC on Monday afternoon. Dead, soldiers and martyrs deserve respect.
One wonders whether there exists any cemetery or memorial in honour or remembrance of native Indians who dwelled this land before the arrival of white settlers. Necostin Indians were plundered and butchered by the encroachers and were driven to forests and hills.
A few hundred surviving Indians live in reserves. And their land now houses military and administrative establishment of the Empire.
Modi is known for doing his home work about the places and people , to be visited, to be engaged with. But United States' Indian ethos is too much for him.
Modi is to address US Congress at Capitol Hill on June 8. The temple of US democracy was build on land of Anacostian Indians . The soil is soaked with their blood and bones.
At Capitol Hill Modi should pay homage to Indians and recite one of their poems as if reciting a Vedic richa-
Oh Great Spirit
Of the Indian People
Hear my words
For they are words that come
From the heart, soul and mind.
Oh Great Spirit
Be my eyes,
Be my ears,
Be my heart,
Be my soul,
So that I may walk
With dignity and pride.
Oh Great Spirit
Of the Indian People
Know of me.
For I am of your people.
I am Indian,
An Indian of the Circle of Life
A prisoner of war
In my own land!
Sunday 5 June 2016
Fire on South China Sea : Narendra Modi should act as a peace broker between US- China
Capitol Hill address should focus on an international Panchsheel.
Parrikar said in Shangri-La Dialogue, "The way forward here is for the parties to these disputes to renounce the threat or use of force against other states......While we do not take a position on territorial disputes, which should be resolved peacefully without the threat or use of force, we firmly uphold freedom of navigation and overflight in accordance with international law, in particular the UN Convention on the Law of the Sea."
Interventionist outsiders should not be allowed to kill Asian Story. Civilizational siblings, India and China should act in tandem .
Capitol Hill address should focus on an international Panchsheel.
" No fear of trouble" is really troubling
Varanasi/New Delhi . Narendra Modi's Defence Minister, Manohar Parrikar sounds a voice of sanity and moderation at Shangri-La Dialogue. He made some suggestions to defuse tension in South-China sea. Now, Modi should present an international Panchsheel charter at Capitol Hill.Parrikar said in Shangri-La Dialogue, "The way forward here is for the parties to these disputes to renounce the threat or use of force against other states......While we do not take a position on territorial disputes, which should be resolved peacefully without the threat or use of force, we firmly uphold freedom of navigation and overflight in accordance with international law, in particular the UN Convention on the Law of the Sea."
Interventionist outsiders should not be allowed to kill Asian Story. Civilizational siblings, India and China should act in tandem .
Friday 3 June 2016
Narendra Modi's address (Man Ki Baat) at Capitol Hill : too many inputs From Tulsi Gabbard, Rojario Dawson and Susan Sarandon
Varanasi/ New Delhi . Our Man in Parliament has just concluded 20th edition of Man Ki Baat in India. He invites, before the every episode, suggestions from common people, to be included in the conversation. Now he has got an opportunity to bring his Man Ki Baat to Capitol Hill.
Lalbujhakkads of Foreign Office here are busy in preparing the speech of Our Man Parliament to be delivered at the Capitol Hill, the joint sitting of the Congress. The man still not invited suggestion from Indian people. Perhaps Lalbujhakkads think that common Indians lack any understanding of complex world of foreign relations and diplomacy. But how ignorant they are. An ordinary Banarasi contemplates on the universe leave alone the planet earth.
Nevertheless, Narendra Modi is lucky that he already has plenty of suggestions in hand. He can conclude his speech with the quotes from Sanyasi rebel Bernie Sanders. And before that he is at liberty to include inputs from the speeches made by our own Tulsi Gabbard, Rosario Dawson and Susan Sarandon. Are they from Hollywood or MIT?
Rock star Modi will shake the Establishment from the ground zero.
Varanasi/ New Delhi . Our Man in Parliament has just concluded 20th edition of Man Ki Baat in India. He invites, before the every episode, suggestions from common people, to be included in the conversation. Now he has got an opportunity to bring his Man Ki Baat to Capitol Hill.
Lalbujhakkads of Foreign Office here are busy in preparing the speech of Our Man Parliament to be delivered at the Capitol Hill, the joint sitting of the Congress. The man still not invited suggestion from Indian people. Perhaps Lalbujhakkads think that common Indians lack any understanding of complex world of foreign relations and diplomacy. But how ignorant they are. An ordinary Banarasi contemplates on the universe leave alone the planet earth.
Nevertheless, Narendra Modi is lucky that he already has plenty of suggestions in hand. He can conclude his speech with the quotes from Sanyasi rebel Bernie Sanders. And before that he is at liberty to include inputs from the speeches made by our own Tulsi Gabbard, Rosario Dawson and Susan Sarandon. Are they from Hollywood or MIT?
Rock star Modi will shake the Establishment from the ground zero.
Our Man in Parliament at Capitol Hill
Varanasi/ New Delhi . Our Man in Parliament at Capitol Hill. Where will he stand , on the podium of the joint sitting of the Congress or in dock during hearing of Senate committee on human rights .
Varanasi/ New Delhi . Our Man in Parliament at Capitol Hill. Where will he stand , on the podium of the joint sitting of the Congress or in dock during hearing of Senate committee on human rights .
Either way, he should read out a similar text, just throw Senator Bernie Sanders speech on the face of high priests of a so-called democracy. He should gather some courage to emulate Bernie, and let the corporate slaves feel the burn.
Thursday 2 June 2016
Wednesday 25 May 2016
What is common between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Senator Bernie Sanders : both are victims of corporate media
Varanasi/ New Delhi . Our Man in Parliament neutralized corporate media in India with the help of the masses and Bernie Sanders is doing same thing with the help of youth power. On June 7, Modi will land on the East Coast and Bernie tornado makes a landfall on the West Coast at California.
One hopes, Modi's friend Nancy Pelosi will arrange a meeting of these two phenomenons. Nancy Pelosi is perhaps only woman on the globe whom Our Man in Parliament hugged (in public).
Banarasis are particularly happy about the Bernie's stand on use of marijuana . In Varanasi bhang (cannabis) is legalized and any one can buy his (or her ) goli or gola from a licensed shop .Unfortunately a few years ago, government prohibited sale of ganja (marijuana) . Nevertheless , ganja can also be obtained from bhang shops. Our logic is simple when the presiding god of our holy city, Shiva is fond of these herbs how can you deprive the devotees of the Lord of his prasad.
Varanasi/ New Delhi . Our Man in Parliament neutralized corporate media in India with the help of the masses and Bernie Sanders is doing same thing with the help of youth power. On June 7, Modi will land on the East Coast and Bernie tornado makes a landfall on the West Coast at California.
One hopes, Modi's friend Nancy Pelosi will arrange a meeting of these two phenomenons. Nancy Pelosi is perhaps only woman on the globe whom Our Man in Parliament hugged (in public).
Banarasis are particularly happy about the Bernie's stand on use of marijuana . In Varanasi bhang (cannabis) is legalized and any one can buy his (or her ) goli or gola from a licensed shop .Unfortunately a few years ago, government prohibited sale of ganja (marijuana) . Nevertheless , ganja can also be obtained from bhang shops. Our logic is simple when the presiding god of our holy city, Shiva is fond of these herbs how can you deprive the devotees of the Lord of his prasad.
Sunday 22 May 2016
Friday 20 May 2016
Drought in India : Narendra modi on US visit
Varanasi/New Delhi . Our Man in Parliament has his own priorities. As the almost entire country is reeling under severe drought he prefers to visits Washington to meet lame duck President . For what? To strengthen the India-US bilateral strategic partnership !
The MEA release says- 'At the invitation of the US President H.E. Mr. Barack Obama, Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi will visit Washington DC on June 7-8, 2016.
"The India-US bilateral strategic partnership has developed strongly, particularly during the last two years under the leadership of Prime Minister Modi and President Obama. The main objective of the forthcoming visit of Prime Minister would be to consolidate the progress made in diverse areas such as economy, energy, environment, defence and security, and to intensify cooperation for the future.
"Prime Minister has also been invited by the Speaker of the US House of Representative, H.E. Mr. Paul Ryan, to address a Joint Meeting of the US Congress which he has accepted. He will be the first foreign leader to be given this honour in 2016. The US Congress has been a source of strength for the India-US strategic partnership and the India Congressional Caucus is the largest such group in the US Congress.
"During the visit, Prime Minster will have interaction with CEOs of major US companies. Realization of the full potential of our economic partnership has been a key priority for both the countries and the progress achieved in this regard is reflected in the increased investment flows."
Narendra Modi to address US Congress
Official release says- "Prime Minister has also been invited by the Speaker of the US House of Representative, H.E. Mr. Paul Ryan, to address a Joint Meeting of the US Congress which he has accepted."
He will be the first foreign leader to be given this honour in 2016.
Sunday 15 May 2016
"I am Bernie Sanders among the candidates"- thus spake Tulsi Gabbard's Lord
"But don't emulate my Ranchhordas form"- he added
Varanasi/New Delhi. The Lord is not only for good, he also represents human weaknesses and foolishness. So, the Indians, especially Gujaratis worship Krishna in Ranchhordas form. Ranchhordas means person who fled the battlefield. In an episode of Mahabharata, Krishna fled (chhor) the battlefield (ran) of Kurukshetra to escape the shower of Bhishma Pitamah's deadly arrows. So, the Lord survived.
Now in United States, the establishment want that Bernie Sanders should withdraw from the primaries in favor of Hillary. What a suggestion! In fact it is an admission of defeat on their part . For Bernie Sanders, it is time to declare , " I am not Ranchhordas". Hopefully, the devotee Tulsi Gabbard will not mind .
"But don't emulate my Ranchhordas form"- he added
Varanasi/New Delhi. The Lord is not only for good, he also represents human weaknesses and foolishness. So, the Indians, especially Gujaratis worship Krishna in Ranchhordas form. Ranchhordas means person who fled the battlefield. In an episode of Mahabharata, Krishna fled (chhor) the battlefield (ran) of Kurukshetra to escape the shower of Bhishma Pitamah's deadly arrows. So, the Lord survived.
Now in United States, the establishment want that Bernie Sanders should withdraw from the primaries in favor of Hillary. What a suggestion! In fact it is an admission of defeat on their part . For Bernie Sanders, it is time to declare , " I am not Ranchhordas". Hopefully, the devotee Tulsi Gabbard will not mind .
Thursday 12 May 2016
" I am Bernie Sanders among the candidates"- thus spake Tulsi Gabbard's Lord
Varanasi/ New Delhi . Her personal copy of Bhagavad Gita is with Prime Minister Narendra Modi but with the message of the Lord' Song in heart, the Veteran is putting all her energy to safeguard hope and belief in mankind, in the battlefield of the Primaries. And her Lord said,
I am Sun among the lights and radiance;
I am Himalayas among the unmovable things;
Among the Rivers I am Ganga (Ganges)
I am the silence among secret things and of the wise I am the wisdom
On the other side of the globe, it is fascinating to watch Tulsi Gabbard introducing a rajarshi to voters. As the Primaries are about to conclude, the world awaits with anxiety the final fixture. Trump vs Hillary or Trump vs Bernie.
The very presence of Bernie Sanders in the race is reassuring, all is yet not lost in this messy world . Here is a sage like politician, who represents hopes and aspirations of two generation younger voters.
Anyone can feel a spark of divinity in the gentle, soft and iron-willed speaker making a point to the citizens. As if we were listening an akashvani -" Among the candidates, I am Bernie Sanders".
The US presidential election , perhaps, never witnessed such contrasting personalities. Trump or Hillary, is no choice. They are same, if not one. It is vote for Bernie or NOTA or as Americans are saying "Bernie or Bust".
Why should a Banarasi sitting thousands miles away from California anxiously awaits the result of most crucial round scheduled there?
In the city of burning ghats we know value of life lived.
Varanasi/ New Delhi . Her personal copy of Bhagavad Gita is with Prime Minister Narendra Modi but with the message of the Lord' Song in heart, the Veteran is putting all her energy to safeguard hope and belief in mankind, in the battlefield of the Primaries. And her Lord said,
I am Sun among the lights and radiance;
I am Himalayas among the unmovable things;
Among the Rivers I am Ganga (Ganges)
I am the silence among secret things and of the wise I am the wisdom
On the other side of the globe, it is fascinating to watch Tulsi Gabbard introducing a rajarshi to voters. As the Primaries are about to conclude, the world awaits with anxiety the final fixture. Trump vs Hillary or Trump vs Bernie.
The very presence of Bernie Sanders in the race is reassuring, all is yet not lost in this messy world . Here is a sage like politician, who represents hopes and aspirations of two generation younger voters.
Anyone can feel a spark of divinity in the gentle, soft and iron-willed speaker making a point to the citizens. As if we were listening an akashvani -" Among the candidates, I am Bernie Sanders".
The US presidential election , perhaps, never witnessed such contrasting personalities. Trump or Hillary, is no choice. They are same, if not one. It is vote for Bernie or NOTA or as Americans are saying "Bernie or Bust".
Why should a Banarasi sitting thousands miles away from California anxiously awaits the result of most crucial round scheduled there?
In the city of burning ghats we know value of life lived.
Tuesday 10 May 2016
| Defence Minister Manohar Parrikar clears the air about LEMOA |
Finally there is some clarity about controversial LEMOA : it is not a Defence Agreement on unrestricted accessing military bases
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| New Delhi. Defence Minister Manohar Parrikar informed the Rajya Sabha today (May10) that During the visit of US Secretary of Defence to India from 10-13 April 2016, it was agreed, in-principle, to conclude a Logistics Exchange Memorandum Agreement. He said the proposed Agreement envisages a framework for logistic support for activities such as joint exercises, training or humanitarian assistance and disaster relief, on a case by case basis, on mutual consent of both countries. But much more caution is needed as an old Arabian proverb says If the camel once gets his nose in the tent, his body will soon follow. | ||
Indian skies soon have Russian Kavach (Shield) with S 400 Triumf missile
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New Delhi. If anybody has any doubt about depth and scope of Indo-Russian time tested relationship then here is a news . India would soon be equipped with S-400 air defence system and our skies would be safe. Defence Minister Manohar Parrikar informed the Rajya sabha that The five firing units of S-400 LRSAM system are planned for induction in Indian Air Force in 13th plan period (2017-2022). He said S-400 has better performance parameters compared to S-300 on account of (i) maximum and minimum target engagement range, (ii) minimum target engagement altitude, (iii) maximum speed of target engaged, (iv) number of targets engaged simultaneously, (v) maximum radar cross-section of targets engaged, and (vi) deployment time. He further said The Defence Acquisition Council has in its meeting held on 17th December, 2015, accorded approval for purchase of S-400 LRSAM system (Triumf Missile System) along with associated equipment and missiles from Russia. A contract has been signed for supply of five Full Mission Simulators for SU-30 MKI aircraft with a Russian firm during 2015-16. | ||
| Logistics Exchange Memorandum of Agreement (LEMOA) : "No such Memorandum / Agreement was signed"- Manohar Parrikar informed Rajya Sabha New Delhi . Defence Minister Manohar Parrikar today (May 10 ) informed the Rajya Sabha that India and United States agreed in principle to conclude a Logistics Exchange Memorandum of Agreement to commence navy to navy discussions on submarine safety and anti-submarine warfare, launch a bilateral maritime security dialogue, and initiate new joint technology projects | t | |
| In a written reply to a question asked by Shiv Sena's Sanjay Raut he said No such Memorandum / Agreement was signed. He said Delegation level talks were held between Raksha Mantri and US Secretary of Defence on 12th April 2016 in New Delhi. Both the Ministers reviewed bilateral defence cooperation and agreed on measures to further strengthen the same. | ||
Monday 9 May 2016
Narendra Modi under siege : Smear campaign reaches its peak
New Delhi. Conspirators are desperate; plot is thickening and Prime Minster Narendra Modi is all but derailed from his agenda . Last week three developments took place apparently disconnected but inherently well connected with a sole aim of weakening authority of the PM and breaking his morale.
First- United States report declared him complicit in Gujarat riots
Second- A well known Hindu ideologue Arun Shourie termed him a "dark triad"personality
Third- A serving Chief Minister of national capital state of Delhi, Arvind Kejriwal challenged veracity of Modi's Bachelor and Masters degree.
As far as "United States commission on International Religious Freedom" report is concerned Anti- Modi media is in full agreement with its observations and findings . Media downplayed the report, some leading newspapers even did not mention neither the report nor the Indian Foreign Office's rebuttal. The reason - not any favour to Modi. Media was following foreign demarche not to vitiate the atmosphere of Modi's forthcoming US visit, where LSA is on table.
Modi has only one kavach (shield) to save himself and India of his dream- support of people of India. He must not lose it. Can he undertake a month long tour to drought hit regions of the country to show solidarity with suffering masses. As said earlier- digging pits for water conservation in drought affected regions is many times more fruitful than applause at Capitol Hill or any public reception.
New Delhi. Conspirators are desperate; plot is thickening and Prime Minster Narendra Modi is all but derailed from his agenda . Last week three developments took place apparently disconnected but inherently well connected with a sole aim of weakening authority of the PM and breaking his morale.
First- United States report declared him complicit in Gujarat riots
Second- A well known Hindu ideologue Arun Shourie termed him a "dark triad"personality
Third- A serving Chief Minister of national capital state of Delhi, Arvind Kejriwal challenged veracity of Modi's Bachelor and Masters degree.
As far as "United States commission on International Religious Freedom" report is concerned Anti- Modi media is in full agreement with its observations and findings . Media downplayed the report, some leading newspapers even did not mention neither the report nor the Indian Foreign Office's rebuttal. The reason - not any favour to Modi. Media was following foreign demarche not to vitiate the atmosphere of Modi's forthcoming US visit, where LSA is on table.
Modi has only one kavach (shield) to save himself and India of his dream- support of people of India. He must not lose it. Can he undertake a month long tour to drought hit regions of the country to show solidarity with suffering masses. As said earlier- digging pits for water conservation in drought affected regions is many times more fruitful than applause at Capitol Hill or any public reception.
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