Discussing the issue of Mumbai attack with Pakistan with the hope that the culprits will be punished is a waste of time for the simple reason that Pakistan cann't punish its own established jihadis whom they use against India.  Instead India needs to be firm in dealing with Pakistan whether it is an issuance of visa, business or other issues at the United Nations.  Pakistan does not deserve to be treated with friendly gloves.  Pakistan is sounding little bit amenable in its rhetoric due to its deteriorating fiscal and overall weaker position in the world forums.  As far as Kashmir issue is concerned, it is an excuse on the part of Pakistani government to divert the attention of Pakistanis from its dismal economic picture and also to appease the Jihadi establishments.  We know that even the Kashmiris in  the POK area have expressed their opinion against becoming part of Pakistan.  We also know that Pakistan cannot control the existing territory, then one wonders the rationale of aspiring to acquire new lands.  Baluchis do not want to be part of Pakistan, Sindhis and other minority communities would like to migrate to some other destinations at heartbeat, Karachi is burning on a daily basis- thanks to Jihadis, there is no law and order situation in Pakistan and Judiciary has no saying in the operation of the governmental activities.  So one wonders the purpose of repeating the slogan of acquiring Kashmir.  Pakistan does not have the fiscal and military power along with the will of local Kashmiris to manage Kashmir.  It is, therefore an appropriate time for Pakistan to stop using Kashmir  as an excuse in the way of improving relations between India and Pakistan and rather divert its limited resources towards the welfare of its citizens viz-a-viz education, improvement of infrastructure and manufacturing operations.  ARE THE LEADERS OF PAKISTAN SENSIBLE ENOUGH TO THINK ABOUT THE WELFARE OF ITS CITIZENS, FAILING WHICH THE DOOMS DAY IS NOT TOO FAR FOR PAKISTAN.

It is a well known fact that the plight of non-Muslim minorities - Hindus, Christians and Sindis etc. in Pakistan is very sad, but to note a miserable treatment of Shites in Pakistan in the hands of Sunnis is equally shameful.The social and political trends being witnessed by the world in Pakistan lead one to infer that the country is gearing towards introducing laws promulgated in the Sharia.  Lack of enforcement of law, diminishing power of the judiciary, uncontrollable corruption, lack of education in general, poverty and insurmountable power in the hands of military/ISI and the jihadi groups are all symptoms of anarchy.  Needless to say that the minorities in Pakistan are the victims and this victimization is being enforced on  them by the petro dollars.  It is true that the civilized world is cognizant of this fact, but is turning a blind eye on the flow of petro dollars to perpetrate this victimization - either due to economic, political or diplomatic sensitiveness.  It may work in the short run, but in the long run if this merciless killing and torturing of minorities is not stopped by the Sunnis and jihadis, the civilized world will pay dearly at the end.  By not taking a note of this inhumane behavior, the world is strengthening the hands of militants not only in Pakistan but on a worldwide basis.  This writer holds the view that eventually these jihadis will become a time bomb waiting to be exploded in front of our eyes.  Is that the civilized world is waiting for? 

It is very interesting that after four years the Pakistani Government has finally accepted the fact that it was Pakistan's land where the Pakistani militant groups trained, abetted, financed and monitored the activities of the perpetrators of 26/11 attack on Mumbai.  It is better late than never.  It is also true that both the governments are trying to make the process of issuance of visas as well as the trades little bit more easier and manageable than before.  But this writer has some apprehension about this whole process of so-called an effort of improving relations between India and Pakistan.  This exercise of ameliorating relationship is not new.  It has been attempted before via. Smjauta train and trade agreements, and we all know that the expected results were never seen.  So what new one can expect this time - nothing in my opinion.  While initiating these actions, Pakistan is trying to appease its own people due to an impending election.  These are simply diplomatic and political moves without any intended fruitful results.  Hence, the Indian Government needs to be very cautious while issuing visas and caving in on other issues.  As the world knows, the puppet government in Islamabad cann't function on its free will without getting a nod from the nexus of ISI/Military and the outlawed groups.  This writer holds a firm view that the Indian government ought not to extend an olive branch to Pakistan unless the latter initiates some sincere and concrete actions to eradicate terror menace from its territory.  A SHEER EXERCISE OF HOLDING THESE SUMMIT MEETINGS WITH THE HOPE THAT THE RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN INDIA AND PAKISTAN WILL IMPROVE IS A WASTE OF TIME, ENERGY AND RESOURCES WHICH CAN BE DIVERTED TOWARDS OTHER IMPORTANT DOMESTIC AND FOREIGN ISSUES.

It is very interesting to note that the authorities in Pakistan are showing some interest to educate their children including females.  But it is very unfortunate to note that it took almost a life of Malala for the Pakistan government to realize the importance of education for the females.  However,one has to keep an eye on the type and quality of education provided under a Waseela-e-Taleem in Pakistan.  The other thing to watch is how Pakistan controls the threat of Talibans who are openly threatening to attack anyone who supports educating the females.  In fact the attacker of Malala is still in hiding or should one say that he is being hidden with the connivance of Pakistani leaders.  In any case, it is shameful that he is still at large and has not been brought to justice.  Pakistan is not the only country where no importance or thought is attached to the females' education.  There are so many other Muslim countries where there is absolutely no government provision to educate them.  I am sure you all know what I am insinuating.  How come the world is sleeping on the fate of those females.  Is educating them not equally important?  Why is there a discrimination on this issue?  I think it is disgusting and shame on the part of civilized community to ignore the fate of rest of the uneducated females in the Muslim world.  EDUCATING FEMALES IS ONE OF THE DRIVING FORCES TO STRENGTHEN THE NATIONS' ECONOMIC POWER - EDUCATED FEMALES EDUCATE THE FAMILY AND EVENTUALLY THE NATION BECOMES EDUCATED.

It is very interesting to note that the authorities in Pakistan are showing some interest to educate their children including females.  But it is very unfortunate to note that it took almost a life of Malala for the Pakistan government to realize the importance of education for the females.  However,one has to keep an eye on the type and quality of education provided under a Waseela-e-Taleem in Pakistan.  

Pakistan is not the only country where no importance or thought is attached to the females' education.  There are so many other Muslim countries where there is absolutely no government provision to educate them.  How come the world is sleeping on the fate of those females.  Is educating them not equally important?  Why is there a discrimination on this issue?  I think it is disgusting and shame on the part of civilized community to ignore the fate of rest of the uneducated females in the Muslim world.  EDUCATING FEMALES IS A DRIVING FORCE TO STRENGTHEN THE NATIONS' ECONOMIC POWER.

The veil comment of Gen. Keyani towards the judiciary shows that the Pakistani civilian rule may have a short life.  The military outfit in Pakistan has been under a tremendous pressure since the time Osama Bin Laden has been killed.  The whole world is judging the military establishment in Pakistan as an incompetent organization and/or an organization with whose connivance Mr. OBL was able to live near the military neighborhood for years.  One can infer that Mr. Keyani's harsh attitude towards the judiciary is a sign of frustration to cover the failing of his military outfit.  As the elections in Pakistan are going to take place soon, one can also conclude that the military establishment does not want the civilian government to take place again, and by showing an aggressive attitude towards the judiciary, Mr. Keyani is paving the way to sit on the throne of Islamabad.  Mr. Keyani as well as the whole world knows that the civilian government in Islamabad is a puppet government playing on the tune of military establishment anyway.  Therefore, this writer's assessment may not be out of line if a dictatorship prevails in Pakistan in the near future.  IS PAKISTAN READY FOR REPEAT OF DICTATORSHIP WHICH MEANS NO FREEDOM OF SPEECH, MAY BE EXPANSION OF JIHADI ELEMENTS AND MISERABLE LIFE OF THE MINORITIES IN PAKISTAN?

An introduction of J-31 fighter in the Chinese arsenal is another indication that China is on the move to flex its muscles which ought to be taken very seriously by its neighboring countries in the East China and South China sea.  If one looks at the competitive nature of air force and military strength of the neighboring countries, one can infer that China does not need the stealth fighters to defeat those small countries.  Hence, China is gearing up to face the security forces of Japan and India - the two major competitive forces in the region.  Therefore, the development of these stealth fighters ought to be of serious concern to both India and Japan.  As we know, China has an insatiable territorial expansion desire to establish its hegemonic status in that part of the world, and there is an urgent need to counter balance that power vacuum.  Of course, China wants to settle the score with Japan on the disputed Islands issue along with establishing its territorial rights on the natural oil and gas resources in that part of the sea.  In addition, China sees India a major hurdle in its way to becoming a super power in that region.  It is true that India has lot of joint defense ventures going on with the technical know-how of Russia, but in the event of a major military escalation between China and India, one is not sure which way the Russian government will show its tilt.  Although it is not fair to presume anything conclusively predicated on hypothesis, but India ought to have a 'Plan B' in case Russia does not support India with full military might against China.  Since the USA is also interested in counter-balancing the power vacuum in that part of the world, it is an opportune time to join hands with the USA and Japan to thwart any major threat from China.  INDIA NEEDS TO BE PROACTIVE AND WATCHFUL OF ALL THE MILITARY MOVES OF CHINA.