One cann't deny the factual information which exists between India and China.  This information leads one to emphasize that China's economy is  much larger than India's, their military muscles are stronger than India's and more over their ambition for territorial expansion is insatiable versus India's non-existent desire to occupy territory of any other nation.  While Chinese President was visiting India and discussing with Mr. Modi some actions to be initiated to bring peace and tranquility in the region, Chinese forces were following the marching orders of their generals to move into the Indian territory in the Ladakh region. China cann't be trusted.  It is true that India has come a long way from its decrepit military situation since 1962, but it is still an uphill battle to match with what China has accomplished during the last about 20 years because of surge in their economy.  Therefore, to protect India's interest and security, it is an opportune time for Mr. Modi to streamline some programs with Washington.  Also, since President Obama's polls are down, it is a good opportunity for him too to show a sincere overtures towards India which will be a feather in his foreign policy cap.  Developing a long term sincere agreements with India in the fields of economy,technology and defense will provide the USA a sincere partner in the Asian continent to offset the balance against China.  India has been more or less successful in signing some important agreements with Japan, Vietnam and other nations in that part of the world, but an open and sincere backing from the United States will be conducive to maintaining peace and tranquility in Asia.   Right now, I think USA and India ought to ignore that hard feeling which caused due to some unavoidable circumstances in the past, and should start with a clean slate to move forward.  It will be a win-win situation, and Mr. Obama and Mr. Modi should not let this opportunity get lost due to past petty matters.