I am amazed at the responses we are getting on this.
Just my 2 cents isn't this the same Gentleman who was alleged to have performed Nikaah with a girl in Hyderabad, India while on a tour.
Russians have become quite mercenary about the arms deals. Gone are the days of soft loans and Rupee purchases. They now want US Dollars and that too upfront.
Dassaultmay be back in race for Indian defence order
It seems that Dassault has been brought back to keep a pressure on the other contenders. This seems to be the only reason otherwise within 3-4 months what improvements have they done that the aricraft is now technically acceptable...
I agree with you. Many things have happened in the past but we cannot always carry the baggage of history and let it disproportionately influence our future.
India for obvious reasons cannot contribute directly but IMO some public gesture has to be made by the GOI. Once the new Govt. forms...
Well Canada is a G8 member and an important contributor to IMF/World Bank. They have an important say in these forums and their word does count a lot.
It is smart to keep friends in your side, never know when they are required.
In a war situation accuracy in reporting is the first casualty. The report to a large extent depends on the access granted to the reporter by either of one side.
Secondly there always be an element of spin from both the sides.
Most important we have to remember that AQ and Taliban have...
Sir, I would request you to kindly read the previous posts before putting in your 2 cents.
This gentle mean is a Doctor and I persume he knows fully well what he is writing about.
The figure of US $ 100 Billion seems to be very big, but then in a battle for your country for the identity of your country then you have to arrange for the funds.
Sir,
PA has the means and the ability to fight this war and win it hands down.
The main task will be for the Govt. to work in tandem with the Army in restoring civilian rule, building necessary infrastructure like schools hospitals etc. The real battle will be winning the minds and hearts...
There is a retirement age in every job ( Unfortunately in Indian Politics, at 50 years you are considered young).
Mr.Thackeray has passed the age of superannuation and he may please retire to his Can of Heineken beer. India no longer want's his brand of politics anymore.:cheers:
Lets us not be too sure. This is a just an euphoric eaction to a stable govt.
In the days to come we shall see lots of profit booking from the big guys FIIs and MFs.
Also the fundamentals of the economy are not good. The fiscal deficit has to be addressed on a priority. Govt. does not have...
Gentlemen,
You seem to have not read this post from a Military Professional. All the armchair warriors/Generals SIT BACK and do not let not your ignorance lead you. Learn to listen to the words of Wisdom and experience.
http://www.indianexpress.com/news/with-dimsums-and-noodles-at-home-in-haryana/434721/0
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Here it seems that the Chinese Engineers have handled the local sensitivities very well.