Opinion Afghan options
It's time we considered the endgame in Afghanistan.
Afghan options
It’s time we considered the endgame in Afghanistan. Its unlikely Hamid Karzai can continue after the US withdrawal. The area north of the Hindukush is where India should concentrate by cooperating with Iran and other contiguous countries. As an IPKF veteran,I remember that India had backed the EPRLF party in northern Sri Lanka as a counter to the LTTE. When we vacated our areas,the LTTE took control in a matter of minutes. The same is likely to happen in Kabul when the Americans leave the Taliban,backed by Pakistan,will take over in short order.
R.R. Palsokar
Apple & i
I was shocked to know about the passing away of Apples visionary co-founder Steve Jobs (Icon of the digital age dies at 56,IE,October 7). The iPhone and the iPod are his endearing gifts to the world of technology. His appearance during the launch of Apple products,even when on medical leave,and his sensational words while stepping down as CEO were ample proof of his sincerity.
P.S. Saravanadurai
PSU debanking
THIS refers to the editorial Moodys alert (IE,October 7). The governments mollycoddling of public sector banks is the legacy of the socialistic fervour of the 1960s and 1970s. The idea then was to make banks reach the hitherto unserviced sections of the populace,without an eye on the profitability of operations. But now,post liberalisation,its time the government reconsidered its involvement in banking. It might as well privatise PSU banks so that their active control moves out of government hands. That will enable them to stand on their own feet.
Kishor Kulkarni
Pop a tab
AAKASH,a tablet priced around Rs 2,250 one-fourth of the lowest priced tablet available is nothing less than a miracle by any standard (We see the start of dream that has been realised,IE,October 6). This would benefit various sections of our society,especially students who couldnt hitherto think of owning such a device. That said,its now up to the government on how to market it.
Anchit Barnwal
New Delhi
HATS off to the creators of the worlds cheapest tablet computer,Aakash. This will definitely be of great help,especially to students as it will come at a very affordable price and they can use it to access government-backed e-learning initiatives.
R.K. Kapoor
Get out,not in
The India-Afghanistan treaty that has been signed during Afghan President Hamid Karzais recent visit needlessly draws us into the maelstrom of terror that perpetuates in Af-Pak. This is somewhat akin to the IPKF initiative in Sri Lanka. The Indian government has its plate full,let things be a little easier before more problems are added.
S. Kamat
Bardez
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