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.    

All efforts to ameliorate bilateral relationship between India and Pakistan are worthy to be admired.  As the past experience guides us, India has done its part already in this matter; for example, starting the Samjauta train, bus service, making easier the visa process to  visit India etc.  However, India ought to be very careful in accepting the suggestion of a Pakistani leader to have a common currency.  As we all know, the Pakistani leaders in Islamabad has no say in these matters.  It is the Jihadis who control the governmental machinery in Pakistan.  Since the election is going to take place in Pakistan next year, these leaders are just making political gestures and statements to appease the public in Pakistan.  Jihadis in Pakistan are hell bent to destroy India and its economy.  Therefore, unless Pakistani government can eradicate that segment of its society, it is a futile exercise to expect any fruitful results from any type of dialogues between New Delhi and Islamabad.  India and Pakistan have been exchanging dialogues since 1947 without any positive outcome.  Hence, this writer is fully convinced and agrees with those leaders in India who do not like to waste time, energy and resources on these summit and diplomatic meetings.  INDIA NEED NOT TO CAVE IN AND GET TRAPPED IN THESE TYPE OF FICTITIOUS BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT SUGGESTIONS.

Mr. Geelani is acting like he is the Chief Minister of the State of J & K., or at least he thinks that he is running a parallel government in the same State.  People like him believing in the separation rather rather than repairing the gaps in the understanding of people of the region need a severe blow to their selfish motive which is to gain political power by inciting people and representing the interest of the foes across the border.  Everybody understands the freedom of speech accorded under the democratic system, but when the tenets of very democracy are exploited to serve one's own selfish motive at the cost of national security, those voices ought to be controlled at the outset.  A very crystal clear sermon needs to be imparted to the so-called puppets of Pakistan residing in India to the effect that no anti-India behavior will be tolerated in the country.  Those who are Indian citizens living in India, they are Indians first; then they are Muslims, Sikhs and Tamils etc.   Mr. Geelani is voicing his opinion against the construction of a road to the Hindu religious shrine not because he is a lover of green environment, rather  he is evincing his anti-Hindu sentiments. This project is a good thought out project because it will eventually facilitate the journey of thousands of pilgrims visiting Lord Amarnath every year.  Mr. Geelani is threatening to demonstrate against this project which I believe is his right under the Indian constitution so long as it is a peaceful march.  The moment he starts inciting his rented people, there is a need at that time to arrest him and let him face the legal music.  Indian government has to become very clear and strong in taking harsh action against these type of traitors and puppets of foreign governments.  IT IS ABOUT TIME THAT INDIA SETS ASIDE THE IMAGE OF BEING A NOBEL AND PEACE LOVING COUNTRY AS FAR AS DEALING WITH THESE TYPE UNGRATEFUL AND FOREIGN AGENTS ARE CONCERNED.