I do not have anything personal against Prez Bush or Americans.
But the American System is not conducive to India's progress.One of the aims of the USA is Global Domination and suppression of other nation's from progressing.
Americans are good at propaganda and think that they still enjoy soft-power,which is not the case.Eventhough the USA is the only nation to have nuked another nation(Japan) twice,they have a hypocritical attitude when it comes to other nations possessing the same and their ability to "control" themselves.America and the west also consider that they represent all that is good in the world,professing democracy,religious and individual freedoms,all the while misusing these to interfere in the internal affairs of other countries like China and Myanmar.
American system has also scant respect for human life, especially non-American ones,as indicated in Vietnam,Bhopal,Afghanistan and Iraq.In Iraq depleted Uranium-containing weapons have been used.
America also tries other world leaders like Milosevic,Saddam and others.In my opinion,Clinton,Bush and Blair should also be tried similarly for the cynical way in which they dupe the whole world and have been esponsible for the death of crores of HUMAN BEINGS.
America has always stood in the way of India's progress,like denying India the Cryogenic Engine for the latter's Space Programme.
America wants India's business.That's why she is wooing us.
BUT THE USA IS NOT A TRUSTWORTHY NATION.

If only it were possible to incorporate the West's major 'exports' , "democracy' and "freedom' into their Balance of Payments.

Rustom Roy

The main thing is that by and large Hindu India,
is pro west pro USA, never mind who the prseident is.

There are more then 2 million Indians in the USA
and they have been a bridge between the 2 countries, to the advantage of both .

Whats your strategy. A strategic alliance with Iran, Saudi Arabai and Bangladesh.

Rajnath:

You mean that ballless clown Nehru? He INVENTED wimpish anti-americanism !

In this hour of our 'triumph',as we pat ourselves on the back for having 'arrived', let us never forget that none of this would have been possible ,had it not been for the heroic struggles and the sacrifices of those who went on before us.To paraphrase Newton : if we see further it is because we stand on the shoulders of these giants

Shame on you for a wrong poll

Which fantasy land are these 66% Indians living in?
On my recent visit to India, barely a month ago, I sensed a different vibe.
Maybe the pollsters and their polling techniques need to be investigated.

It has been proven many times that America follow the ‘tissue paper foreign policy’ of use and throw. Indian government must be carefully handling them focusing the long term national interest.

I find it ironic that a poll in India says that 66% of Indians believe that Bush is a friend to their country, while a recent poll in America says that 66% of Americans believe that Bush is no friend to them. Perhaps you would be willing to take him off of our hands?

“Bush is like that Friend who would present you a Gun on your Birthday, but would test it on your Chest.”

"Bush's friendship to India is like that friend who removes the Ladder from beneath leaving the latter on the mercy of the Nail."

"1,632 interviews were conducted among a cross-section of the public comprising the lower middle class and above. The interviews were conducted face-to-face with the respondents at their home"

So, that's 66% of a ridiculously small and unrepresentative sample of "urban India". Does that "urban India" also include the thousands of homeless people, slum-dwellers and day labourers, without whom "urban India" would collapse?

Seeking political recognition on the global stage is one thing - it is what India should have been doing decades ago. Welcoming a man who through his position and political affiliations has caused suffering to thousands, has broken international laws and is directly responsible through his polices for an increase in Muslim terrorism makes India look desperate.

just 50%? its over 90% as a matter of truth for a choice

this news is definitly important...but did you not think it fit to put jessica lall case as one of the major headlines?
BTW, interesting to note that 50% of urbanites would like to settle in US..wow!

Outlook >>> Who’s closer to the US—Prime Minister Manmohan Singh or his predecessor, Atal Behari Vajpayee?
Manmohan Singh 42
A.B.Vajpayee 38


THE FUDGE SHOWS MR MEHTA!


Sorry to repeat, but

BJP made India Great and are therefore leaders....Congress at best the followers!

Outlook >>> Who’s closer to the US—Prime Minister Manmohan Singh or his predecessor, Atal Behari Vajpayee?
Manmohan Singh 42
A.B.Vajpayee 38


THE FUDGE SHOWS MR MEHTA!


Sorry to repeat, but

BJP made India Great and are therefore leaders....Congress at best the followers!

this news is definitly important...but did you not think it fit to put jessica lall case as one of the major headlines?
BTW, interesting to note that 50% of urbanites would like to settle in US..wow!

just 50%? its over 90% as a matter of truth for a choice

"1,632 interviews were conducted among a cross-section of the public comprising the lower middle class and above. The interviews were conducted face-to-face with the respondents at their home"

So, that's 66% of a ridiculously small and unrepresentative sample of "urban India". Does that "urban India" also include the thousands of homeless people, slum-dwellers and day labourers, without whom "urban India" would collapse?

Seeking political recognition on the global stage is one thing - it is what India should have been doing decades ago. Welcoming a man who through his position and political affiliations has caused suffering to thousands, has broken international laws and is directly responsible through his polices for an increase in Muslim terrorism makes India look desperate.

"Bush's friendship to India is like that friend who removes the Ladder from beneath leaving the latter on the mercy of the Nail."

“Bush is like that Friend who would present you a Gun on your Birthday, but would test it on your Chest.”

I find it ironic that a poll in India says that 66% of Indians believe that Bush is a friend to their country, while a recent poll in America says that 66% of Americans believe that Bush is no friend to them. Perhaps you would be willing to take him off of our hands?

It has been proven many times that America follow the ‘tissue paper foreign policy’ of use and throw. Indian government must be carefully handling them focusing the long term national interest.

Which fantasy land are these 66% Indians living in?
On my recent visit to India, barely a month ago, I sensed a different vibe.
Maybe the pollsters and their polling techniques need to be investigated.

Shame on you for a wrong poll

In this hour of our 'triumph',as we pat ourselves on the back for having 'arrived', let us never forget that none of this would have been possible ,had it not been for the heroic struggles and the sacrifices of those who went on before us.To paraphrase Newton : if we see further it is because we stand on the shoulders of these giants

Rajnath:

You mean that ballless clown Nehru? He INVENTED wimpish anti-americanism !

Rustom Roy

The main thing is that by and large Hindu India,
is pro west pro USA, never mind who the prseident is.

There are more then 2 million Indians in the USA
and they have been a bridge between the 2 countries, to the advantage of both .

Whats your strategy. A strategic alliance with Iran, Saudi Arabai and Bangladesh.

If only it were possible to incorporate the West's major 'exports' , "democracy' and "freedom' into their Balance of Payments.

I do not have anything personal against Prez Bush or Americans.
But the American System is not conducive to India's progress.One of the aims of the USA is Global Domination and suppression of other nation's from progressing.
Americans are good at propaganda and think that they still enjoy soft-power,which is not the case.Eventhough the USA is the only nation to have nuked another nation(Japan) twice,they have a hypocritical attitude when it comes to other nations possessing the same and their ability to "control" themselves.America and the west also consider that they represent all that is good in the world,professing democracy,religious and individual freedoms,all the while misusing these to interfere in the internal affairs of other countries like China and Myanmar.
American system has also scant respect for human life, especially non-American ones,as indicated in Vietnam,Bhopal,Afghanistan and Iraq.In Iraq depleted Uranium-containing weapons have been used.
America also tries other world leaders like Milosevic,Saddam and others.In my opinion,Clinton,Bush and Blair should also be tried similarly for the cynical way in which they dupe the whole world and have been esponsible for the death of crores of HUMAN BEINGS.
America has always stood in the way of India's progress,like denying India the Cryogenic Engine for the latter's Space Programme.
America wants India's business.That's why she is wooing us.
BUT THE USA IS NOT A TRUSTWORTHY NATION.

New Deal, Purana Qila And Some Comraderie
The nuclear deal will prove to have a long-lasting impact on Indo-US relations, scripting one of the most defining moments in the history of India (Cowboys ‘n Indians: Act Five). Therefore, it won’t be inappropriate to give a little more respect to Dubya.
Hul Khan, Hyderabad

Regional balance is one thing the US has been trying to maintain in its favour since a long time (Eastward The Tide). For this, it has been using Pakistan against India. The idea to counter China, a big threat to its sovereignty in the region, would have been in its agenda right from the start.However, Indo-US ties should be strengthened in order to fight terrorism together in a big way.
P.P.S. Chawla, Indore

Karl F. Inderfurth’s column reminds us that India, as an emerging global leader, should in fact prevent yet another incidence of high expectations and dismally low results while engaging with the US.
Ameet Bhuvan, Bhubaneshwar

"I have left India, but India has not left me" is what Jacqueline Lundquist says ( O India! The Memoirs of Jackie L). Hats off to this true nri. A far cry from the most Indian expats hankering for h1b visas, green cards et al.
Harsh Rai Puri, Bhopal

The nuclear deal may be beneficial for India, but one feels that a bird in hand is worth two with Mr Bush.
K.J. John, Baroda

New Deal, Purana Qila And Some Comraderie
George Bush being head of the most powerful nation doesn’t mean that we have to extend a royal welcome to him (Nuclear Family, Mar 6). How can we forget that his hands are soiled with all colours of human blood, his head cluttered with self-centred goals? Can such a man ever empathise with the travails of humanity? The peace he trumpets never comes by fighting needless wars and killing the innocent. His bullying tactics the world over only show lack of a humane approach.
Salil Gewali, Shillong

Whatever kind of a leader Bush be, it’s unnecessary to organise strikes and protests ahead of the visit of a dignitary like the US president. One wonders why members of the same community and political class kept mum when India faced graver threats like border incursions that led to the Kargil war.
V.S. Ganeshan, Bangalore

The greatness being thrust upon Bush is bewildering. Through his Fox News, the US president has managed to outfox his people and the world by donning a larger-than-life picture replete with lies and bluster. His attack on Iraq was in utter disregard to the sentiment of the UN and most nations of the world. Good if PM Manmohan Singh doesn’t yield to his tactics in the wake of the nuclear deal. Let’s not forget that the US is a master at going back on promises.
H.R. Bapu Satyanarayana, Mysore

I find it ironic that your poll says 66 per cent Indians believe the US president to be pally with their country (66% Say Bush India’s Friend). A similar exercise in the US recently said the same percentage of Americans believed Bush is no friend to them. Perhaps you would be willing to take him off our hands.
Byron G. Williams, Marysville, US

Well, somebody once said "when it comes to relations between different countries, there are no permanent friends or enemies, just permanent interests". Bush is, first and foremost, a friend of his compatriots. So, he would do things that are in the interest of the American people. As for his foreign policy, it would be guided by what is best vis-a-vis American interests in the long run.
Deepak Bhavnani, Mumbai

It has been proven several times that America follows a "tissue paper foreign policy"—use and throw. India must thus be careful while handling the US and focus on its long-term interests.
Kaunain Shahidi, Buraydah, Saudi Arabia

The high reputation that Bush holds among two-third Indians is amusing considering that the Washington Post and the New York Times are critical about New Delhi’s approach in separating its nuclear facilities into civil and military categories. They have even termed the July 2005 Indo-US joint statement a "misbegotten pact".
Raj Bharadwaj, Mumbai

I would have been happier if the headline specified it was 66 per cent of urban India that feels Bush is a friend of India. These should be people who have at least one foot on the US, or can have access to eating joints like Kentucky Fried Chicken. They have their ears filled with the niceties that the US has in store for them. And sorry to say that your survey cannot be termed nationwide for the obvious reason that it hasn’t covered voters from all states as claimed by you.
Himendu Roy, Hyderabad

Which fantasy land are these 66 per cent Indians living in? On my recent visit to India barely a month ago, I sensed a totalling contrasting vibe. One should have a thorough look at these pollsters and their techniques of estimation.
Deepak Sharma, Philadelphia, US

Don’t bother if you are expecting Muslims to understand how pathological it is to use the freedom non-Muslim countries provide to demonstrate viciously for retrograde Islamist causes, while offering nothing but ruthless Islamic tyranny in Muslim-majority countries (No Howdy Out Here). Anyway, I was out there in Delhi protesting against Bush most vociferously together with my Muslim brothers. It was my duty and surely my joy to do so. Forgive the mixed metaphor: "Pull no punches in nailing the retrograde aspects of Hinduism".
Rajiv Sandhu, Southall, UK

Good to know that Prakash Karat and his comrades have some nationalistic feelings in them (The Grizzly Bear Hug). Wonder where these sentiments vanish when it comes to China, or on a topic like the glory of India’s ancient civilisation.
Vineet Tandon, Lucknow

Karat’s piece is a classic example of the devil quoting the scriptures. Where did he get the statistics (except in West Bengal, Tripura and, perhaps, Kerala) to say that "more and more sections of society have come to share the Left’s concern" about the evolving Indo-US ties? His premise that the US wants India to be used as a counter-balance to China, and that it is responsible for an unholy alliance between India and Pakistan, must be the result of hallucination that periodically haunts the Communists. Also, by saying that India is a happy hunting ground for the capitalist sharks, Karat displays a pathetic paranoia typical of the Leftist mindset. In fact, it is in India’s interest to gather as much strength as possible from whatever source to ensure that the tragedy of 1962 is not replayed. For this, it could not perhaps look towards Cuba or North Korea. I feel that an independent foreign policy does not require India to be under a self-imposed quarantine.
G.R. Saha, Calcutta

Oh, so we abandon the US and enter into "strategic" alliances with North Korea, eh? Surely, ties with a ‘Communist paradise’ will be a great option for us.
Arvind Ramakrishnan, Kochi

Bush’s India visit may be in his country’s interest but then we should bargain for the benefit of our own nation. Thus the Left, which is supporting the present government, could have better made serious suggestions than embarrassing one’s own nation with protests that sometimes became violent. After all, Bush is not an autocrat or a ruler by coup. He heads a well-established democracy like India.
Biranchi Narayan Acharya, Cuttack

Communists and patriots! Now that’s obviously an oxymoron.
R. Rajeev, New Delhi

New Deal, Purana Qila And Some Comraderie
George Bush being head of the most powerful nation doesn’t mean that we have to extend a royal welcome to him (Nuclear Family, Mar 6). How can we forget that his hands are soiled with all colours of human blood, his head cluttered with self-centred goals? Can such a man ever empathise with the travails of humanity? The peace he trumpets never comes by fighting needless wars and killing the innocent. His bullying tactics the world over only show lack of a humane approach.
Salil Gewali, Shillong

Whatever kind of a leader Bush be, it’s unnecessary to organise strikes and protests ahead of the visit of a dignitary like the US president. One wonders why members of the same community and political class kept mum when India faced graver threats like border incursions that led to the Kargil war.
V.S. Ganeshan, Bangalore

The greatness being thrust upon Bush is bewildering. Through his Fox News, the US president has managed to outfox his people and the world by donning a larger-than-life picture replete with lies and bluster. His attack on Iraq was in utter disregard to the sentiment of the UN and most nations of the world. Good if PM Manmohan Singh doesn’t yield to his tactics in the wake of the nuclear deal. Let’s not forget that the US is a master at going back on promises.
H.R. Bapu Satyanarayana, Mysore

I find it ironic that your poll says 66 per cent Indians believe the US president to be pally with their country (66% Say Bush India’s Friend). A similar exercise in the US recently said the same percentage of Americans believed Bush is no friend to them. Perhaps you would be willing to take him off our hands.
Byron G. Williams, Marysville, US

Well, somebody once said "when it comes to relations between different countries, there are no permanent friends or enemies, just permanent interests". Bush is, first and foremost, a friend of his compatriots. So, he would do things that are in the interest of the American people. As for his foreign policy, it would be guided by what is best vis-a-vis American interests in the long run.
Deepak Bhavnani, Mumbai

It has been proven several times that America follows a "tissue paper foreign policy"—use and throw. India must thus be careful while handling the US and focus on its long-term interests.
Kaunain Shahidi, Buraydah, Saudi Arabia

The high reputation that Bush holds among two-third Indians is amusing considering that the Washington Post and the New York Times are critical about New Delhi’s approach in separating its nuclear facilities into civil and military categories. They have even termed the July 2005 Indo-US joint statement a "misbegotten pact".
Raj Bharadwaj, Mumbai

I would have been happier if the headline specified it was 66 per cent of urban India that feels Bush is a friend of India. These should be people who have at least one foot on the US, or can have access to eating joints like Kentucky Fried Chicken. They have their ears filled with the niceties that the US has in store for them. And sorry to say that your survey cannot be termed nationwide for the obvious reason that it hasn’t covered voters from all states as claimed by you.
Himendu Roy, Hyderabad

Which fantasy land are these 66 per cent Indians living in? On my recent visit to India barely a month ago, I sensed a totalling contrasting vibe. One should have a thorough look at these pollsters and their techniques of estimation.
Deepak Sharma, Philadelphia, US

Don’t bother if you are expecting Muslims to understand how pathological it is to use the freedom non-Muslim countries provide to demonstrate viciously for retrograde Islamist causes, while offering nothing but ruthless Islamic tyranny in Muslim-majority countries (No Howdy Out Here). Anyway, I was out there in Delhi protesting against Bush most vociferously together with my Muslim brothers. It was my duty and surely my joy to do so. Forgive the mixed metaphor: "Pull no punches in nailing the retrograde aspects of Hinduism".
Rajiv Sandhu, Southall, UK

Good to know that Prakash Karat and his comrades have some nationalistic feelings in them (The Grizzly Bear Hug). Wonder where these sentiments vanish when it comes to China, or on a topic like the glory of India’s ancient civilisation.
Vineet Tandon, Lucknow

Karat’s piece is a classic example of the devil quoting the scriptures. Where did he get the statistics (except in West Bengal, Tripura and, perhaps, Kerala) to say that "more and more sections of society have come to share the Left’s concern" about the evolving Indo-US ties? His premise that the US wants India to be used as a counter-balance to China, and that it is responsible for an unholy alliance between India and Pakistan, must be the result of hallucination that periodically haunts the Communists. Also, by saying that India is a happy hunting ground for the capitalist sharks, Karat displays a pathetic paranoia typical of the Leftist mindset. In fact, it is in India’s interest to gather as much strength as possible from whatever source to ensure that the tragedy of 1962 is not replayed. For this, it could not perhaps look towards Cuba or North Korea. I feel that an independent foreign policy does not require India to be under a self-imposed quarantine.
G.R. Saha, Calcutta

Oh, so we abandon the US and enter into "strategic" alliances with North Korea, eh? Surely, ties with a ‘Communist paradise’ will be a great option for us.
Arvind Ramakrishnan, Kochi

Bush’s India visit may be in his country’s interest but then we should bargain for the benefit of our own nation. Thus the Left, which is supporting the present government, could have better made serious suggestions than embarrassing one’s own nation with protests that sometimes became violent. After all, Bush is not an autocrat or a ruler by coup. He heads a well-established democracy like India.
Biranchi Narayan Acharya, Cuttack

Communists and patriots! Now that’s obviously an oxymoron.
R. Rajeev, New Delhi

New Deal, Purana Qila And Some Comraderie
The nuclear deal will prove to have a long-lasting impact on Indo-US relations, scripting one of the most defining moments in the history of India (Cowboys ‘n Indians: Act Five). Therefore, it won’t be inappropriate to give a little more respect to Dubya.
Hul Khan, Hyderabad

Regional balance is one thing the US has been trying to maintain in its favour since a long time (Eastward The Tide). For this, it has been using Pakistan against India. The idea to counter China, a big threat to its sovereignty in the region, would have been in its agenda right from the start.However, Indo-US ties should be strengthened in order to fight terrorism together in a big way.
P.P.S. Chawla, Indore

Karl F. Inderfurth’s column reminds us that India, as an emerging global leader, should in fact prevent yet another incidence of high expectations and dismally low results while engaging with the US.
Ameet Bhuvan, Bhubaneshwar

"I have left India, but India has not left me" is what Jacqueline Lundquist says ( O India! The Memoirs of Jackie L). Hats off to this true nri. A far cry from the most Indian expats hankering for h1b visas, green cards et al.
Harsh Rai Puri, Bhopal

The nuclear deal may be beneficial for India, but one feels that a bird in hand is worth two with Mr Bush.
K.J. John, Baroda