A wonderful second chance!

Last updated on: December 9, 2008 at 5:42 pm By Rev. Dr. Todd Littleton

A DYNAMIC SECOND CHANCE If it hadn't been to my brain stroke, I'd never 've realized the importance of the persue of our ideals and dreams. I wrongly assumed thar by fullfilling oue responasabilities and obligations would be enough.You're reading this because in spite of my shortcomings, health obstacles and English language limitations I dare to participate in the improvement of our society. I've also dared to invade apparently fields ruled by experts, for example the four A's: Anthropology, Astrology, Architecture and Archeology. Also Educational, scientific, Psychology and Universal History fields. Read more

US certain of Pakistan's role and the fake crack-down

Last updated on: December 9, 2008 at 11:08 am By Desh Kapoor

"Well, I think there's no doubt that Pakistani territory was used by probably non-state actors," Rice said. "I don't think that there is compelling evidence of involvement of Pakistani officials. But I do think that Pakistan has a responsibility to act, and it doesn't matter that they're non-state actors." That is the most definitive statement made by a top ranking US official about Mumbai Attacks. Meanwhile, Zardari carried on his thing about why India should "take a breath" and understand that Pakistan is also a victim of the same terror. Sure. But at the same time, its Foreign Minister, Mahmud Qureshi, also asserts that it will not hand over the criminals who were responsible for the attacks but try these criminals themselves! Well, if Pakistan's record of "handling the terrorists" was so great, then the world may take them on their word. Sheikh Sayeed, the killer of Daniel Pear and also the guy who wired $100k to Mohammad Atta was "arrested" and stands arrested... whatever that word means in Pakistan. What came out of that one may ask? NOTHING! Read more

Sajna Tere Bina..

Last updated on: December 7, 2008 at 6:05 am By Desh Kapoor

Very interesting video of a white guy - street singer singing "Sajna Tere Bina".. Read more

What is "Pakistan" and the Disease of Divinity

Last updated on: December 6, 2008 at 3:26 pm By Desh Kapoor

In a very interesting article, Economist.com raises the very important question on Pakistan based on the interview of Asif Ali Zardari with an Indian TV channel. What does a Pakistani politician (or a common man) mean when he/she talks of "Pakistan"? And then, of course, what does he/she mean by saying "Pakistan" is not involved? IT MAY have been a slip of the tongue. But there was something very revealing about a remark that Pakistan’s president, Asif Ali Zardari, made in an interview with an Indian television channel on November 30th. Asked about allegations that Pakistan was involved in the murderous onslaught on Mumbai, he promised, before the world, strict action “if any evidence points towards any individual or group in my part of the country”. The (perhaps unintended) implication that Mr Zardari is in control of only part of Pakistan is all too true. And that helps explain why it is so difficult for India to respond. The article then goes in to the point of India or the West should not "weaken" the politicians by looking to start a war. Fair enough, I agree. But then if this politician is "good for nothing".. and those who are the mischief makers are tireless in their hate and campaign... then, what is a non-Pakistani victim supposed to do? Wait endlessly till the time that this politician GETS the power?? Or take out the demons that the Army/Intelligence has sown themselves? Read more

World may be losing patience with Pakistani stance

Last updated on: December 6, 2008 at 2:27 pm By Desh Kapoor

Two more developments: 1. US says Pak Army and Intelligence Chiefs have effectively admitted that th terrorists who participated in the Mumbai attacks were Pakistani nationals and members of the LeT. Chairman of US Joint Chiefs of staff Admiral Michael Mullen related this to National Security Advisor MK Narayana and Defense Minister AK Anthony. 2. On the other hand Condi Rice has told Pakistani authorities that there is "irrefutable evidence" of involvement of elements in this country in the Mumbai terror attacks and it had no option but to act urgently "otherwise, the US will act." Meanwhile as the media - with necessary injection of hallucinatory controversies - in Pakistan continues to throw out more and more ridiculous theories by "Defense Analysts" whose only claim may be writing Harry Potter type stories, and make matters worse for itself. Read more

Just a few random thoughts!

Last updated on: December 6, 2008 at 12:29 pm By Jonathan Askonas

These are some of the thoughts that came to my mind in the wake of the recent terror attacks. They are not even remotely as practical as what you all have been discussing. Actually, its a dangerously romantic point of view. But then again, I guess, maybe that's something we all need too. The thoughts are all penned down in hindi so I dont know how many people will actually be able to read them here. Although I would ideally wish for all of you to read them. Keep reading. Keep smiling and most importantly, keep the faith. Read more

Salute to the Jawan…

Last updated on: December 6, 2008 at 4:34 am By Desh Kapoor

I have talked earlier also about the Indian Army. I know many pacifists want to talk of peace and have a certain contempt for war.. but they don't get the BASIC point of why they are ABLE to say such things in the first place. So, in this atmosphere where the politicians in India have lost all shame.. I wanted to at least acknowledge their self-less sacrifice. Read more

How life changes…

Last updated on: December 5, 2008 at 3:37 pm By Desh Kapoor

Found this somewhere ... thought it was rather interesting... At age 4, success is...not peeing in your pants. At age 12, success is...having friends. At age 16, success is...having a driver's license. At age 20, success is...having sex. At age 35, success is...having money. At age 50, success is...having money. At age 60, success is...having sex. At age 70, success is...having a driver's license. At age 75, success is...having friends. At age 90, success is...not peeing in your pants. Read more

Copy.. Paste

Last updated on: December 5, 2008 at 2:35 pm By Desh Kapoor

Something to smile about this weekend...maybe God too has been at it.. 🙂 Read more

What is the end game here??

Last updated on: December 5, 2008 at 7:18 am By MacKenzie Babb

From the way things are going, we will end up more deep in the hole. Look at how the odds are staked against us- we helped do that in the first place. The first knee jerk reaction was to ask for the ISI chief to be sent to India. Pakistan at the end of the day is a separate country- it was but obvious that with the finger pointing towards them, the domestic constituency including the general public and more importantly the defacto power centers- the army and the ISI could not let this happen. So India was snubbed, when Pakistan said it would not send the Che if. Read more