We are what we are !!

  All the follg is a package aimed at Deterrence even though strict implementation is  viewed with skepticism as only "virtue signalling" laced with cynical comments: 1) IWT abeyance which today means that Pakistan will not have info on waterflow - flooding or lack of water; 2) Act of Terror=Act of War will give a signal that Pak cannot shirk it's responsibility saying non-state actors did that- when whole world has seen how Pak Army gave military salute to Terrorists killed in bombing and leading the prayer was US designated global Terrorist Hafiz Abdur Rauf in front of cameras i.e obviously Non-state actors are part of Pak military- but India has shown any Act of Terror by non-state Actors will have repercussions on State Actors whether military or otherwise paying their price with a pound of flesh;3)Handing over of PoK before talks- this is based on the relevant UN resolution on the matter and nothing new; 4) handing over designated Terrorists like Hafiz Sayid, Masood ...

 Value add in my own words is "that thought or action or deed that brings happiness or feelings of joy to anyone, without causing any harm or cost or expense to you or others which may fully offset the happiness or joy felt " This definition may sound peculiar.Let me give some simple examples of Life:Birth of a baby- is a value add because it brings happiness or joy to the parents etc. in a family. The opposite of it Death may cause sadness. If the baby born is still born or with physical challenges that may not be Value Add  that may be a Value Subtract with harm, cost or expenses as consequences that may bring misery.Be that as it may, let us look at Value Add in Life!  

  It is always true and fair to be reasonable with your third-party relationships but when it comes to life long relationships what bind them are love and affection only. Imagine what our mothers or fathers would have expected in return from us as her/his child when it knew nothing, except love and affection of its mother and father!Or think of a scenario where our mother or father having lost her or his spouse would have struggled to bring up their children with only love and affection without any reciprocal/transactional guarantees for quid pro quo from their children.

 The global economic landscape is rapidly evolving, with trade policy uncertainty emerging as the key driver of the near-term outlook. Recent US tariff announcements have stoked fears of a global trade war, with countries still working out their appropriate responses in this uncertain environment. Despite these external headwinds, the Indian economy has exhibited marked resilience. Although the weakening global economic outlook could impact overall growth through weaker external demand, India's domestic growth engines - consumption and investment - are relatively less susceptible to external pressures. Prospects for the farm sector have been boosted by the forecast of an above normal southwest monsoon for 2025, which could augment farm incomes and keep food prices under check. Headline inflation moderated to a 67-month low of 3.3% in March, mainly due to moderation in food prices. Global Economic Outlook: Trade Tensions and Market Volatility The global economic landscape is facing ...

  In FY25, India's Goods and Services Tax (GST) collections showed robust growth, with   gross collections reaching ₹22.08 lakh crore (a 9.4% increase) and net collections (after refunds) at ₹19.56 lakh crore (an 8.6% increase) .   Here's a more detailed breakdown:       Gross GST Collections: For FY25, the total gross GST collections reached ₹22.08 lakh crore, indicating a 9.4% year-on-year (YoY) increase.   Net GST Collections: After accounting for refunds, the net GST collections for FY25 stood at ₹19.56 lakh crore, representing an 8.6% increase from the previous financial year.   March 2025 Collections: In March 2025, gross GST collections rose 9.9% YoY to ₹1.96 lakh crore,  Refunds: GST refunds of ₹19,615 crore were given in March, and ₹2.52 trillion were given in the just-ended financial year.   Economic Activity: The continued rise in GST collections is seen as a positive sign of rising economic activity, better tax compliance, an...

  Reciprocal tariffs imposed by the U.S. are expected to lead to bilateral negotiations and a significant shift in supply chain models over the coming years. The global economy has long operated under a model of globalization, where production is based on cost efficiency and goods are sold where there is demand. However, the recent tariff changes are prompting a re-evaluation of this integrated supply chain system. It is acknowledged that altering this established model will not be quick or easy due to challenges such as talent management, sourcing, and the availability of raw materials. As a result, the underlying infrastructure of global supply chains will need time to adapt. It is unlikely that tariffs will revert to zero, as changes once implemented often remain in some form, meaning future trade relations may see tariffs settle at varied levels across different countries. Despite these challenges, there is optimism regarding India’s economic position, noting that there will co...