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by Vikas
18 Feb 2020 12:54
Forum: Trash Can Archive
Topic: 2020 Strategic and Political Analysis-1
Replies: 10196
Views: 2183464

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from Montek Ahluwali's book They worried about the political consequences of seeming to get too close to the US, because they feared loss of support from the Left and were also concerned that closeness to the US would alienate Muslim voters . At critical points, the PM had to mobilize political supp...
by Vikas
18 Feb 2020 10:18
Forum: Strategy, Politics & International Relations Forum
Topic: Indian Foreign Policy
Replies: 2499
Views: 534366

Re: Indian Foreign Policy

When watching S. Jaishankar, He comes across very erudite without being preachy with appropriate dash of humor.
Reminds me of Jassu bhai but doesn't complicate his narrative.
He seems to be turning out to be one of the best EAM we had in many years,
by Vikas
18 Feb 2020 10:08
Forum: Strategy, Politics & International Relations Forum
Topic: J&K Union Territory-2019
Replies: 4374
Views: 1438197

Re: J&K Union Territory-2019

Maybe but this is still a win for GOI, who can tout their participation in elections as acceptance of Aug5, 2019 action by a wide cross-section of Kashmir population and politicians. Every one is playing the other but for now GOI holds most of the cards by making J&K into a UT. next step: cutti...
by Vikas
18 Feb 2020 10:06
Forum: Strategy, Politics & International Relations Forum
Topic: J&K Union Territory-2019
Replies: 4374
Views: 1438197

Re: J&K Union Territory-2019

Never trust these freeloaders. It is another Taqiyyah !! Maybe but this is still a win for GOI, who can tout their participation in elections as acceptance of Aug5, 2019 action by a wide cross-section of Kashmir population and politicians. Every one is playing the other but for now GOI holds most o...
by Vikas
18 Feb 2020 10:04
Forum: Strategy, Politics & International Relations Forum
Topic: J&K Union Territory-2019
Replies: 4374
Views: 1438197

Re: J&K Union Territory-2019

^^The seats in J&K must be distributed as per the population and the formula that is employed all over the country.
Valley seats will come down if fair formula is employed.
by Vikas
17 Feb 2020 15:12
Forum: Trash Can Archive
Topic: 2020 Strategic and Political Analysis-1
Replies: 10196
Views: 2183464

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https://www.opindia.com/2020/02/delhi-elections-congress-aap-understanding-strategy-2024-here-is-how/amp/?__twitter_impression=true While leaders fight over Kejriwal, Congress may be working as per a well-crafted strategy to form govt in 2024: Here is how | Nupur J Sharma On February 17, 2020 | ---...
by Vikas
17 Feb 2020 15:02
Forum: Trash Can Archive
Topic: 2020 Strategic and Political Analysis-1
Replies: 10196
Views: 2183464

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Brit MP deported, She can keep writing more letters to Indian HC
NEW DELHI: Indian officials denied a British lawmaker entry ..
by Vikas
17 Feb 2020 13:11
Forum: Strategy, Politics & International Relations Forum
Topic: J&K Union Territory-2019
Replies: 4374
Views: 1438197

Re: J&K Union Territory-2019

https://twitter.com/timesofindia/status/1228970759084658690 Times of India @timesofindia #JUSTIN | NC decides to participate in Panchayat polls in Jammu and Kashmir next month but wants 'roadblocks' to be removed: Party (PTI) At least NC seems to be moving to align itself with the new reality now t...
by Vikas
17 Feb 2020 12:15
Forum: Strategy, Politics & International Relations Forum
Topic: Terroristan - November 11, 2019
Replies: 2848
Views: 950009

Re: Terroristan - November 11, 2019

^ Or that he is under R&R at fauji foundation.
by Vikas
17 Feb 2020 12:14
Forum: Trash Can Archive
Topic: 2020 Strategic and Political Analysis-1
Replies: 10196
Views: 2183464

Re: 2020 Strategic and Political Analysis-1

Another closet sanghi, Natwar Singh, outed! https://twitter.com/anantvijay/status/1228886173956706304 अनंत विजय/ Anant Vijay @anantvijay Natwar Singh wrote that Nehru Omitted the name of Patel from the first cabinet of Independent India . A handwritten list of ministers of Nehru is also published w...
by Vikas
17 Feb 2020 12:06
Forum: Trash Can Archive
Topic: 2020 Strategic and Political Analysis-1
Replies: 10196
Views: 2183464

Re: 2020 Strategic and Political Analysis-1

Can he be bypassed? Not going to happen. To be honest, we want SC who focusses on interpreting the Constitution and not re-writing it from the bench. Q For legal luminaries, Is CJI, a la MMS of SC but without the "gentle" guiding hand of Eyetelian Mafia or is the CJI, NM & AS rolled i...
by Vikas
17 Feb 2020 10:46
Forum: Strategy, Politics & International Relations Forum
Topic: Terroristan - November 11, 2019
Replies: 2848
Views: 950009

Re: Terroristan - November 11, 2019

No trade with India even if we have to eat Locusts, Kagaz nahin dikhayenge ISLAMABAD: As trade with India is under suspension for more than seven months, Pakistan is considering a one-time exemption for import of insecticides from India to fight ongoing locust attack on its agriculture. This will b...
by Vikas
17 Feb 2020 10:31
Forum: Trash Can Archive
Topic: 2020 Strategic and Political Analysis-1
Replies: 10196
Views: 2183464

Re: 2020 Strategic and Political Analysis-1

On Nehru, I don't believe he was a Manchurian candidate. He was simply born with right surname and was favored by original Gandhi, rest all was his own doings. If He was then Gandhi should be called as the original Manchurian candidate who foisted him upon CLP. I don't buy this argument that they we...
by Vikas
14 Feb 2020 10:25
Forum: Trash Can Archive
Topic: 2020 Strategic and Political Analysis-1
Replies: 10196
Views: 2183464

Re: 2020 Strategic and Political Analysis-1

what is happening at shaheen bagh these days? election results are over..love affairs have also blossomed there...all drama has happened..is it still happening there ...also are the anti CAA protests still happening in other cities? dont find much in news these days as expected.. Looks empty based ...
by Vikas
13 Feb 2020 15:48
Forum: Trash Can Archive
Topic: 2020 Strategic and Political Analysis-1
Replies: 10196
Views: 2183464

Re: 2020 Strategic and Political Analysis-1

Brihaspati ji on Delhi elections results: Twitter: dikgaj @dikgaj OK. everyone is teaching lessons to BJP over Delhi. But Delhi voting will only harden voting elsewhere and increase support for BJP. If ppl say "freebies" won election, then freebies can't be self-sustaining for long withou...
by Vikas
13 Feb 2020 13:52
Forum: Strategy, Politics & International Relations Forum
Topic: Terroristan - November 11, 2019
Replies: 2848
Views: 950009

Re: Terroristan - November 11, 2019

menon s wrote:Is it right that Bernie Sanders campaign manager is a pakistani called faiz?
Yes, He is an American of Paki origin.
by Vikas
13 Feb 2020 13:46
Forum: Trash Can Archive
Topic: 2020 Strategic and Political Analysis-1
Replies: 10196
Views: 2183464

Re: 2020 Strategic and Political Analysis-1

Am I getting this wrong, or is Deccan Herald the only news outlet still going on like a broken record on Anti-CAA protest? :lol: Infighting erupts in Congress after Delhi poll loss . Mean while the two "national" parties CPI and CPI(M) has now said that leave alone imperialists, colonlial...
by Vikas
13 Feb 2020 13:36
Forum: Trash Can Archive
Topic: 2020 Strategic and Political Analysis-1
Replies: 10196
Views: 2183464

Re: 2020 Strategic and Political Analysis-1

Interesting that Nehru could even think of omitting Patel from the cabinet despite the fact that Nehru was Pappu of his times and original Gandhi had foisted him on nation and Congress like Eyetalian mommy has done for 'Dear Son'. I grudge the fact that Patel showed more loyalty to Gandhi on this ma...
by Vikas
13 Feb 2020 11:17
Forum: Strategy, Politics & International Relations Forum
Topic: Understanding the US - Again
Replies: 7503
Views: 1751429

Re: Understanding the US - Again

So if Elephants have circled the wagon and Donkeys are well asses, There is no chance DT is not getting his second term unless some Black Swan hits the world in a damaging way.
Maybe Cheen will invade Taiwan to fight coronavirus outbreak sucking Eagle in the war with damaging consequences.
by Vikas
13 Feb 2020 11:14
Forum: Trash Can Archive
Topic: 2020 Strategic and Political Analysis-1
Replies: 10196
Views: 2183464

Re: 2020 Strategic and Political Analysis-1

But the Jihadidi has too many Jihadi fellows doing Jihad on Hindus on daily basis in WB even now. The ground level evil can not be whitewashed and unlike Delhi WB BJP and workers are fighting back and even sacrificing their life in many cases. The voters in WB are far more suppressed and suffering ...
by Vikas
13 Feb 2020 10:52
Forum: Trash Can Archive
Topic: 2020 Strategic and Political Analysis-1
Replies: 10196
Views: 2183464

Re: 2020 Strategic and Political Analysis-1

……….. . jehadi begum merely is hedging against the BJP cadres preventing her entry into dilli like her cadres have prevented the entry of BJP leaders into bengal. The way things are going, I wont be surprised if Jehadidi visits Kalighat and RK mission centers before elections in a saffron sari and ...
by Vikas
13 Feb 2020 10:49
Forum: Strategy, Politics & International Relations Forum
Topic: Terroristan - November 11, 2019
Replies: 2848
Views: 950009

Re: Terroristan - November 11, 2019

Breaking News Live: Pak court sentences Hafiz Saeed to jail in terror financing cases http://www.skyscrapercity.com/images/smilies/beer.gif A Monkey Asha crowd expected to follow shortly, ranting about how big bad India needs to now make concessions to Pak. Aren't Pakis known to hang all and sundry...
by Vikas
13 Feb 2020 10:41
Forum: Strategy, Politics & International Relations Forum
Topic: Understanding the US - Again
Replies: 7503
Views: 1751429

Re: Understanding the US - Again

Do sitting presidents also have to go thru primaries to get the nomination once again ?
I thought they are by default on the ticket and need not spend time on Primaries.

If Yes, then who is standing against Trump uncle ?
by Vikas
13 Feb 2020 10:35
Forum: Trash Can Archive
Topic: 2020 Strategic and Political Analysis-1
Replies: 10196
Views: 2183464

Re: 2020 Strategic and Political Analysis-1

… Delhi loss was a colossal setback to BJP IMO . Amit Shah and Co need to go back to the drawing board and stem the slide. Of course an improved economy is first step. Is Delhi 2020 loss as "colossal" as the 2015's? Then we have nothing to worry! Repeating "sky is falling" and t...
by Vikas
13 Feb 2020 10:29
Forum: Trash Can Archive
Topic: 2020 Strategic and Political Analysis-1
Replies: 10196
Views: 2183464

Re: 2020 Strategic and Political Analysis-1

https://twitter.com/CNNnews18/status/1227534900472864775 News18 @CNNnews18 #JustIn -- No state leader or chief ministers of other political parties will be invited for Arvind Kejriwal’s swearing-in ceremony . Only local Delhiites and AAP would be part of the ceremony on February 16, 2020: Sources #...
by Vikas
13 Feb 2020 10:26
Forum: Trash Can Archive
Topic: 2020 Strategic and Political Analysis-1
Replies: 10196
Views: 2183464

Re: 2020 Strategic and Political Analysis-1

Kejriwal's "Jai Hanuman" was only for elections. Lets not get fooled by it or any other Non-BJP party becoming Hindu loving right before elections. Indira used to visit Baba's all around before elections, heck even Lalu conducts havan before elections. Best is now DMK guys becoming overtly...
by Vikas
12 Feb 2020 14:23
Forum: Trash Can Archive
Topic: 2020 Strategic and Political Analysis-1
Replies: 10196
Views: 2183464

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h Soft Hindutva is the new seecooolar! Everyone seems to get it except out scared and fearful yinduvadis who go stone cold even at the hint of a fart. So the needle has moved more towards right and saffron is the new Red. But honestly do Hindus get influenced by someone doing temple runs right befo...
by Vikas
12 Feb 2020 14:21
Forum: Trash Can Archive
Topic: 2020 Strategic and Political Analysis-1
Replies: 10196
Views: 2183464

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Those who did not like the results of Delhi are hoping that govt will find it hard to fund it schemes within 6 months just like some have this wishful thinking of SS led govt crashing in 2 years time frame. Delhi and Maha situations are very different. Delhi is a 3/4 majority government where as Ma...
by Vikas
12 Feb 2020 14:14
Forum: Trash Can Archive
Topic: 2020 Strategic and Political Analysis-1
Replies: 10196
Views: 2183464

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An article in print.in that has some familiar anti-modi tropes, but does bring forth a point or two on how AAP did things very carefully [url=https://theprint.in/opinion/5-reasons-why-modi-shahs-bjp-lost-to-arvind-kejriwals-aap-in-delhi-election/362877/?fbclid=IwAR2XymxTZ4NjYInZeC7C6eNuFyvk_0uZvjZe...
by Vikas
12 Feb 2020 14:04
Forum: Trash Can Archive
Topic: 2020 Strategic and Political Analysis-1
Replies: 10196
Views: 2183464

Re: 2020 Strategic and Political Analysis-1

Those who did not like the results of Delhi are hoping that govt will find it hard to fund it schemes within 6 months just like some have this wishful thinking of SS led govt crashing in 2 years time frame.
by Vikas
12 Feb 2020 14:02
Forum: Trash Can Archive
Topic: 2020 Strategic and Political Analysis-1
Replies: 10196
Views: 2183464

Re: 2020 Strategic and Political Analysis-1

Post by Sri Sri Ravi Shankar Congratulations to Arvind Kejriwal for a landslide victory. He has done remarkable work in education & healthcare and won the hearts of people amidst big challenges. I wish him good health and success in his future endeavors. Is he also a AAP supporter ? Is he also a...
by Vikas
12 Feb 2020 11:05
Forum: Strategy, Politics & International Relations Forum
Topic: Understanding the US - Again
Replies: 7503
Views: 1751429

Re: Understanding the US - Again

Arrey, Where is that one sixteenth Indian (Columbus wale) in the race ?
Has She dropped out ?
by Vikas
12 Feb 2020 10:56
Forum: Trash Can Archive
Topic: 2020 Strategic and Political Analysis-1
Replies: 10196
Views: 2183464

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Are there any statistics to show that more Muslims participate in electoral process than Hindus. How can one find voting percentage of Hindus vs Muslims ?
by Vikas
11 Feb 2020 22:15
Forum: Trash Can Archive
Topic: 2020 Strategic and Political Analysis-1
Replies: 10196
Views: 2183464

Re: 2020 Strategic and Political Analysis-1

The simplc truth.Good governance pays off and pays off better when the rival's alternative manifesto is nationalism, extreme in some cases. Nationalism can't feed hungry bellies and aspirations of the aam admi. The people of India across the land want a better future for hhemselves and their famili...
by Vikas
11 Feb 2020 22:11
Forum: Trash Can Archive
Topic: 2020 Strategic and Political Analysis-1
Replies: 10196
Views: 2183464

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..I also expect some WP/NYT op-eds by both Indians and whites claiming that USA is making a bad bet by backing ModiJi, and the grand colonial condescension that a white bahadur should not bless ModiJi because his "Hindu majoritarian agenda" is not in US interests, and Indian economy in sh...
by Vikas
11 Feb 2020 17:10
Forum: Trash Can Archive
Topic: 2020 Strategic and Political Analysis-1
Replies: 10196
Views: 2183464

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I have spoken with many in Delhi and there is a general consensus that Kejriwal has done a decent job with governance once he stopped blaming Modi govt. Lot of folks are especially happy with Schools, water and electricity bills and health facilities. Surprise surprise, Lot of folks also were apprec...
by Vikas
11 Feb 2020 15:35
Forum: Trash Can Archive
Topic: 2020 Strategic and Political Analysis-1
Replies: 10196
Views: 2183464

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BMC is difficult but can be done. I wonder if SS rule will continue till that time. There is almost two years for BMC elections. I don't see UT going anywhere in next 2 years. The battle for BMC will be interesting though. A lot would depend upon Raj T and how much traction he gets among disgruntle...
by Vikas
11 Feb 2020 15:33
Forum: Trash Can Archive
Topic: 2020 Strategic and Political Analysis-1
Replies: 10196
Views: 2183464

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If congress would have won even a single seat in Delhi elections, Darbari presstituts would have gone to the town calling it congress revival and how Rahul and Priyanka are rewriting the rules of elections with Gen-Y and taking family heritage forward.
by Vikas
11 Feb 2020 13:12
Forum: Strategy, Politics & International Relations Forum
Topic: Terroristan - November 11, 2019
Replies: 2848
Views: 950009

Re: Terroristan - November 11, 2019

https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/city/amritsar/kabaddi-world-cup-2020-indian-players-adjusted-in-other-teams-in-pakistan/articleshow/74073130.cms The players, estimated to be 45 in number and accompanied by by a group of some 12 officials and coaches, are in the neighbouring country without any o...
by Vikas
11 Feb 2020 13:08
Forum: Trash Can Archive
Topic: 2020 Strategic and Political Analysis-1
Replies: 10196
Views: 2183464

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Aditya_V wrote:But having cast doubts over the EC I think the moral thing for AAP to do will be to resign and go for fresh elections woundnt or at least public ally apologise
AAP was born with slender, fraud and tuchapan. This is their DNA.