The Big Whale

The Big Whale

The China-Pakistan Defense strike

"There is enough space in the world for both India and China to grow. India and China are two big Asian powers, and when two big powers sit together and meet, there are bound to be differences.":Nirupama Roy,Foreign secretary of India

Its a known fact that China and India have shared a bitter relation for the past many decades.Both these are growing Asian nations which have defined the world order .From initial tussle of Sino-Sikh War in 18th and 19th century to Sino-Indian war in 1962.From failure of Panchsheel to gearing Pakistan -China relation ,  the country across Himalayas has always clustered clouds of apprehension and doubts for India. The recent bitterness erupted when Northern army commander Lt. Gen. B.S. Jaswal, was denied visa by china on grounds that he was the commander of the conflicted area in Kashmir .


In coming weeks India and china are going to exchange various dialogues on economic as well as political front through various summits including East Asia Summit, BRIC(Brazil Russia India and China) summit and G 20 summit.

Chinas massive project at Hambantota In Srilanka

China has shown lot of interest in Pakistan occupied Kashmir,which has been very disturbing for India.It will be really interesting how these two countries will go about their relation through the upcoming summits.India has to keep an vigil eye on the mighty neighbor as our national security is at complete risk.China is spreading its power through naval activity in Gwadar,Pakistan and Hambantota in Srilanka-The massive naval project. Both these countries have given space to china to incept the naval basis.This is a really disturbing factor for India,though China is more concerned with its naval activity near Taiwan,to regain the erstwhile country but at the same time it has created bases around India which needs to be regulated.


China has been ambitious in its various projects whether it is sports,space programmes, Strengthening defense and moreover strengthening  ties with our soiled rival Pakistan through defense collaboration.To advance their progress in Pakistan they are constructing pathway in POK.


China is also tangled in border dispute of Aksai Chin and Arunachal Pradesh.Even the Issue of India with Nepal has to be treated in a protective way as China has an immense influence over Nepal-Nepal accepts Tibet as part of China where as India has given shelter to suffered Tibetans.There is a highway to be constructed by China  which will be been linked to Kathmandu. Moreover the Maoism influence in the region can jeopardize Indian security.


Though India says that it wants to work towards the betterment of the countrys relation but monday was embarked by the meeting between Prime Minister,Dr. Manmohan Singh and his Japanese counterpart where they discussed China again regarding China Japan maritime boundry dispute and for Indo-China Land dispute in Kashmir.Both countries called upon a concrete dialogue to engage china to clear the negativity and apprehensive approach.

Tibetan supporting India After Tibet crackdown

I really think dialogue is the only option for the stability of Asia and the world.But question arises can we trust china for its words.I would like to throw light on The123 Deal we had in 2008 was an achievement  to overcome a fear.A fear which everyone can sense.We do not have the mighty military strength as china,the suspicion activities by Chinese always leads to negative gravitation.Also India has provided Shelter To Tibetans.Thats another major concern area where China has acted as a brutal player in annexation in Tibet.The crackdown has perturbed millions across the globe.India has opened her gates to Tibetans which has upset China to a very large extent.




As far as if we see economic spectrum ,Chinese products have flushed in the markets but at the same time they lack the skill of global language-English, in which India has overshadowed  this country for using this global language to trap the economy.

It will be really interesting to see the dialogues progressing among these countries as both countries have a quest to fulfill its wish to emerge as global Power.At the same time I think India should spend more of her budget on strengthening her defense which will make the national security shield strong.Also India need to review its economy policy to garner more foreign investment.India should look towards the collective defense such as pacts with USSR Or USA,EU & Afro Nations and various strategies for its own National Security.At the same time the trade relation and exchange programmes between China and India may ripe off sour seeds.






Regards,
Nikhil

FREEDOM SUPPRESSED

FREEDOM SUPPRESSED 

"This is a major event in modern Chinese history. It offers the prospect of a significant new advance for Chinese society in its peaceful transition toward democracy and constitutional government"

(An open Letter written by activists to support The Noble prize recipient Xiaobo)

Liu Xiaobo

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                           


The clash between the Chinese and the West is an unexpected one all of a sudden.After the declaration of the Noble Peace Prize earlier this month to the chinese descendant Liu Xiaobo. 

Liu Xiabio has worked as co author for democratic reforms in one party china ad called for end it.He prepared Charter 08 which was put up on the internet and was signed by thousands.Liu Xiaobo is an intellectual writer who has raised his voice against communism through his writing.presently he is serving as political prisoner for 11 years on the grounds of inciting subversion of the government.he has been given noble peace prize for his long struggle for fundamental human rights in china.The Chinese has not accepted this gesture of the noble peace prize community.They have called Xiaobo a criminal and said if he is given the noble peace prize it will be a dark phase in peace arena.

Security guards outside Liu Xia house after her house arrest

I really think chinas behavior is inappropriate by lashing out at noble committee,it is a clear form of suppression of freedom .Even Chinese authorities has put Xiaobo's wife,Liu Xia under house arrest which is a disgrace on from humanitarian angle.Even foriegn news broadcaster particularly CNN and BBC were blocked when they were broadcasting the noble peace prize declaration.Freedom of press is curtailed heavily.I respect the fact of being communist, may be that way they are progressing but that doesn't mean that they block news channels or take away the rights of people and moreover put people under house arrest who are not at any fault.On other hand Xiaobo is first Chinese to get a noble peace prize and he has immense support back home also but no one is raising their voice because of authoritarian power.The declaration of prize will spread awareness among Chinese who are barred from knowing about the reforms which were raised by Xiaobo.

I believe the Noble Community has taken this decision after viewing thorough work of Xiabio or even if they are accused by Chinese to interfere in internal strata I welcome the decision of the Noble Community.Because at least it may carve way to release Xiaobo.Several calls prior to declaration have been called by international community to release Xiabio.May be this way the convicted may be released under international pressure yet again.China plays a big role in the world market.It has a vital position and has also garnered respect but it would be really interesting to see whether the valve which has been created  between West and China could alter any relation particularly on economy ground.Even US Attorney General has appealed china to release Liu Xiabio.But one reaction I was not amused to see at all was Pakistan support to  china against Noble Community.Their relation of course is going to strengthen over here too.

Many eminent writers have come ahead to support him through PEN,a platform for free expression and celebrating literature.I think  if he is not released today it will be a dark phase of the human rights.There has to be a way to release Xiaobo to support Humanity and prove the credibility of Noble Peace Prize which we have been believing since our childhood.

Lets hope Peace Path through which Xiaobo fought brings peace to his country and humanity.I believe that such recipients such as Liu Xiaobo will raise the bar of noble Peace Prize.

Regards

Nikhil

SUCCESS FOR LIFETIME

                  4 YEARS TO CELEBRATE SUCCESS AND A LIFETIME TO CHERISH IT

This October has been really special one for India .After completion of successful 19th commonwealth Games Delhi 2010 .Earlier I wrote blog on the Opening Ceremony and how India showcased its talent to the world.A new beginning was seen,the games brought many endeavors apart from spectacular ceremonies .For the first time India secured second position in  the medal tally which was really overwhelming.Everyone involved in the games really slogged themselves to fix each and every thing right. All the games were held on schedules.The volunteers made the games really a remarkable one after their sheer hard work of months.This games belonged to everyone.Even international players were really happy to see such arrangements.Mike Fennellwas also content and said that Delhi has delivered an exceptional games

I took several; interviews during the games. Vidya Kaur who was involved in selling the tickets at central secretariat bank, Official bank partner said that she has been busy in selling the tickets since 5 months and she is really happy to be the part of it. I am really glad to be the part of it ,I see so many enthusiast coming here to take tickets, it is really a pride of honor for me to serve my nation serve my city this way,On asking her weather she will see opening ceremony she said she want to sit home with a cup of tea and see the show though her children are going ,she laughs.

Similar story echoed when I took interview of one of the volunteers during games , Priyanka Sharma ,a 11th grade student from a school in Delhi. She said that nothing better than this can happen in her life than this event. They have learnt a lot at this age which she would be implementing for rest of her life. Further she said “i will miss all the fun once the games are over. I will miss all my friends and the excitement of a responsibility bestowed on them.These volunteers were given a tribute also as Marshall march during closing ceremony.

Vijay Kumar and Gurpreet Singh winning gold 

I managed to get interview of Shooting Gold medalist Vijay Kumar, On asking about the games village,he said  he was happy to see the arrangements and he was happy that the opening ceremony which was a good cover up for all negative aspects we have been seeing. He really did icing on the cake after winning 3 gold medals. He said the competition was good and India pulled of really well.

The Sporting event did manage to take away interest from cricket and showed the Indian sports credibility.India can definitely become a sport hub nation seeing the trend of participation.An uplift is needed to expand this sporting culture.But I have this concern that India should keep cultivating such sports momentum for rest of her journey.Commonwealth Games has given new hope to the sinking sports membrane.Now as the latest sports facilities have been acquired it should be utilized fully to train home ground athletes.
This event will also make the event industry strong in India.The ceremonies gave the platform to the rural folk dancers and has shown the real talent of India..The experience for them is way beyond expression.The games catered employments to thousands.

The event also boosted tourism and people from various countries throng in Delhi to experience the city."Dilli haat" a popular destination of tourist was among the favorite place .Qutub festival and Old fort festival were also under full swing..Really the games changed many things for Delhi from tourism to infrastructure,from high level security provided,which I have never witnessed in my life before,  to neat roads and markets.

On other hand the world media which was really apprehensive about the games garner support from all angles later on .One of the journalist working in Reuters told me that they were really taken aback watching the Opening and the games which were executed so proficiently. He said India do have potential to host Olympics in near future.
But I must say media prior to games exposed the fault in the progression of the games but they really stretched it too much which could have been a restricted.I agree certain thing should have been exposed but not at the cost of country's image.Now the games are under an inquiry which has been set in to probe the matter of corruption and several accusation .The report is expected in 90 days.Even I hope that things should be fixed now but we have 4 years to celebrate our success till Glasgow 2014 and lifetime to cherish it..So embrace the moment and feel proud of it.and I believe we will get 2020 bid for Olympics.

India had been a wonderful host to rest 70 nations and territories and this has carved the way for a new beginning of relations.

Regards,
Nikhil

22 HOURS OF HUMANITY

22 HOURS OF HUMANITY

"Everyone suffered out here as we suffered down there"

Dario Sangovia,

Luis Urzua.last miner to come out after the recue operation and
beside him (right)President Pinera

Last Thursday I was glued to the television as I was seeing the unfolding story of the surviving miners who were trapped in San Jose gold and copper mine in Atacama desert after a tunnel collapsed on August 5th .The 33 miners were rescued after a well thought plan was initiated on 17th September and was executed for near a month.Every miner has a specialty with them and above all a story to tell.Family members and others gathered outside rescue operation site to support the rescue team and to welcome the defying miners.It was really over whelming and heart wrenching to see the whole rescue operation on television.There was also one rescue clock timer which was being displayed on one of the networks.With every miner surfacing to safety  President of the country Sebastian Pinera was welcoming them at the site by warm hug and wishes.He later said we did this united,we face it united.

17 days after the collapse of the tunnel when authorities came to know about survival of these miners,hope rekindled again and a bore hole was made through which food,water,medicine and clothes were sent deep down half a kilometer.Momentum was build up and millions worth rescue operation was executed at a massive scale.In this fierce battle not only rescue workers played a pivotal role,but doctors ,nutritionists and engineers played a very significant role in shaping up the success of the operation.Each miner was wearing a headset to talk to the rescue team. NASA prepared a 13 foot capsule called Phoenix which pulled up the miners and rescue workers.At last it was life which won the battle over death..It was the victory of mankind above all it was victory of Human Spirits .Truly seeing such an operation one can believe that nothing is impossible in life,given it a chance.

People outside the mine were singing patriotic song.People across nation of Chile were glued to television and burst out in joy after every miner was rescued.It was a historic day in life of every Chilean.Emotions flooded among everyone.one of the When the last miner Luis Urzua came out it was the moment to celebrate.

Mining is one of the most importance business which is carried out in this country and the San Jose mine was ignored as it was a small scale mining company..Even the miners were underpaid and they lacked basic amenities.
I personally believe there should be proper reforms for the mining industry in such a country for which it is a primary resource and President Pinera has promised also for a better future for the whole mining industry.He has accepted the faults and has assured  to fix them up.
From this incident lessons have been learnt and new standards have been achieved in the rescue field operation..The Chile mine rescue operation has set up an example to the world  but at the same time will be there a change in life of survived miners.That can be seen only in coming months.

"Three months from now, what will I be doing? Selling candy on the beach? Wondering what the government has done for us? Nothing," said Edison Pena. "I'm very afraid and I would like for things to change.

Regards
Nikhil

COMMONWEALTH-INDIA CELEBRATES WORLD

COMMONWEALTH GAMES

In the background more than ten different Indian dance troupes, each in different primary colours and dancing to different rhythms, completed the picture: A chaotic country teaming with individuals, united by an energy we in Britain no longer have-THE GREAT INDIAN JOURNEY

It was a great pleasure seeing the Magnum opus Opening Ceremony of the 19th Commonwealth Games Delhi 2010 live in Jawarlal Nehru Stadium.I have been a fortunate one to get the ticket and enjoy the games among sixty two thousand enthusiast present at the venue.


Exactly at 7 pm when the countdown started the enthralled audience made it clear that India is ready.Ready for a moment which India has been waitng for 8 years.Indeed the time has come.Everybody in the audience was eying on the controversial aerostat,which when went up stirred the whole stadium.It was clear that the worlds largest aerostat was going to be the biggest highlight of the show.With the drums creating sensation in all around the stadium,vibrant cultural extravaganza swept across the stadium and won hearts of thousands who were gathered there.Everybody were spellbound after seeing keshav, a seven year old playing tabla.The spirit of India was unfolding in front of spectators through the eye of Tree Knowledge,Yoga ,the Great Indian Journey by Indian Railways and A.R. Rehman performance.

Zealous Crowd

Being in the audience it gave me an immense pleasure in welcoming all our guest from 71 countries .It was spontaneous ,it was avid.Everybody in the audience was making noise,waving flags and were wearing the best commonwealth outfits and bands..I never had such a patriotic feeling before for my country.There was unity in the stadium to show the world that they want the games to be a huge hit.The backbone of the event was the audience, an audience who were there for a  cause despite accusations and criticism.A cause which signifies true spirit of Nationalism.India welcomed her guests with warm hearts and raised the spirit bar of other countries with thunderous applause.To the matter of fact every one was touched by the hospitality shown by India.Even I couldn't resist my hands waving at the teams passing by.Whether it was tremendous applause for Pakistan or the support for small island of Tuvalu,the support was uncomplaining.The audience screamed passionately when the Indian contingent entered. It was like a fan fair. Truly I consider this event as  "Avatar" among events-unimaginable.

 I couldn't resist my foot when the segment of the Great  Indian Story by Indian Railways was unveiled.It was unparalleled. Everybody was able to connect to this act because it had everything right from a milk churn to Indian coolie,it had cycle-men to ambassador car ,a marriage procession to bangles shop to dabbawalas.In such a complex India, though a miniature, I was seeing and was surprised how we were united despite so many differences or let me put in this way that "Diversification leads to unity".Celebration impulse was mounting with every step Delhi was taking..The negative clouds were being cleared as the show was reaching its climax.

It was clear from that evening that those 62000 people were there to support games and  to support people who were involved in its execution . They ignited the spirits of the people who had slogged months for this gala opening..3 billion people saw the event live across the globe and saw how India was celebrating the world.I should say Commonwealth Nations but I prefer using the term world because an answer to the world was being conveyed about the tremendous positivity and potential what India has to offer.

"The energy of 60000 people radiated to us",Bharat Bala,Director for the show.

Truly for me it was a lifetime experience which I will never forget till my last breath.

"We could actually feel the rhythm of joy,we could actually feel the vibes of celebrating life and above all one important work was being done by all the spectators -sending the message across India and to the globe-THIS IS INDIA ,EXPLORE WITH US"-Nikhil Bhushan