'India's defining characteristic has been its ability to manage and sustain democratic governance through an accommodation of ethnic, linguistic, and religious diversity.'
'As long as we have such partners, Russia cannot be isolated.'
'Please don't think that Kashmiris have accepted the abrogation of Article 370.' 'Please don't misconstrue silence as acceptance.'
'It is a game of patience. We have to stand firm and tire them out, which we are doing.'
'By killing innocent people, they are using Sun Tzu's tactics of 'kill one, terrify thousands.'
'India's challenge is status quo ante. China's challenge is a face-saving exit'
'This, together with Chinese revisionism, will constitute the major test of the international system.'
'The distrust of traditional political parties in Punjab is an advantage for AAP.'
'After he died the phrase that struck me most about him was that 'Sam restored the izaat of the Army'.' Field Marshal Sam Manekshaw's grandson Raoul-Sam Daruwala remembers the man behind the uniform. Field Marshal Sam Manekshaw's grandson Raoul-Sam Daruwala remembers the man behind the uniform.
'Beyond the 'sir' and the 'salute', there was a man who cared about his soldiers and that's what made him a great leader.' Field Marshal Sam Manekshaw's grandson Jehan remembers the man who was the soldier's soldier.
'Even during the worst days during the 1990s, India was dealing with the Taliban.'
'We are seeing 50% fewer cases now.' 'It is primarily due to the lockdown.'
Akanksha Mary Balmuchu from Jharkhand's Ho tribe is starting a Master's programme in climate change in the UK. When she walks into campus, she fulfils not only her dream, but that of her grandmother.
'Over the years he has been getting a feeling of being sidelined by his uncle.'
'Anyone can come and anyone can go.' 'There is no ideology or vision that differentiates one party from another.'
Major Kuldip Singh Chandpuri was awarded the Mahavir Chakra, the second highest medal for gallantry for leading a small company of men against a massive Pakistani attack.
'Transformation of Ukraine into some kind of permanent strategic challenger, which Russia would have to contain and deter, spend a significant part of political and strategic resources on it.'
'The Congress is trying to cover up their anti-incumbency by highlighting the Dalit CM factor.'
'If the Congress wants to keep the ship afloat, it will have to bury the differences.'
'Entry and qualification must not be through concession and must be reserved for only those who meet the stringent standards of the institution'.
'There is dissatisfaction and disaffection for the BJP, but there is no anti-incumbency against the government in UP.'
'Once positions are hardened and troops start building defences, it is difficult for soldiers to step back.'
Having lost her job as a stage dancer for film award shows in the pandemic, Smita Soni learnt how to make organic bath and body products. Archana Masih/Rediff.com met her as she sold her handmade items from the boot of her car with baby on her hip.
'India has to prepare for future warfare where kinetic use of force at the border will be limited. War will take place in the realms beyond the border.'
'If the BJP continues with Nitish as CM, it will not consolidate its position further in future.'
'The BJP would like to capitalise on Yogi's tough image on criminals, law and order situation, and hands-on CM.' 'Modi will be an additional advantage, but it is primarily a contest between Yogi and Akhilesh.'
'As an actor he was surrounded in stardom, but as a politician he is humble'
'There is a sense of realism in the Pakistan army that if they needled India during the Ladakh standoff, they would have seen a strong retaliation.' 'Pakistan was hoping that India would come out looking weaker in the region and get embarrassed, but that obviously has not happened.'
'Throughout the nearly 20-year US-led war, State sponsorship from Pakistan has been a constant.'
'This week will be crucial and we are prepared.'
With his name or without, Jim Corbett continues to live on in his home in Uttarakahand's Kaladunghi and in the jungles he loved.
'Even if the government does not implement an all-India NRC before 2024, it will be part of the party's long-term project.'
'Since it was the last day of flights, the feeling was weird. There were hardly any aircraft on the ground or in the air.'
'The PLA has continued to do exercises and drills and recently carried out air exercises with fighter jets.'
'When the adversary has tasted what you can do, he is going to be more experienced in countering how the Indians think.' 'He will go back, rework and come back.'
'We've never really been in the situation of having a difficult time with the Chinese and an increasingly difficult time with the Russians along with a relationship with the Americans which is important.'
'After meeting the prime minister and Amit Shah, Yogi has come out with his position secure till the assembly election.'
'It indicates the grooming of the party's new leadership.' 'It is also a signal to the states that these ministers represent.'
'These ladies have sacrificed their husbands so that you can celebrate your birthday parties and anniversaries.' 'It is your moral duty to treat them right and with respect.' 'When they visit a bank or a hospital, they should not be made to stand in queue, but treated like Presidents or prime ministers.'
'It is not a matter of fixing the military problem up there in the Himalayas and the retreat of the two militaries.' 'India has to find a way to correct the racist and very patronising views of India in the Chinese mind.'
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