"The people of Kashmir hope that the Commonwealth can help India and Pakistan to transform the Kashmir dispute from being a bone of contention to a bridge of understanding for a lasting peace in South Asia."

"We won’t hear the fat lady sing until we see Douglas Feith, Paul Wolfowitz, Scooter Libby, Donald Rumsfeld and Dick Cheney testifying under oath about the OSP. When that day comes, the fat lady will sound a lot like George Bush."

"Kashmiris are proud of their national identity, which they uphold irrespective of their religion, for not all are Muslims. Rather, it has been the mighty Himalayas that shaped the distinctive character of Kashmiris. Sadly, these proud people have been both politically and economically exploited over the years and today they seek a way out of their poverty and isolation."

"A Media Syndicate report published in The Daily New Nation stated, "India has occupied 2000 square miles of Bangladesh's territory by constructing dams, barrages and other structures on rivers entering Bangladesh. India has constructed 25 dams and 40 structures on 25 rivers. These structures have caused loss of water in rivers. By putting up pillars and fences in dry areas India is claiming sovereignty, over 2,000 square miles of land that belongs to Bangladesh(New Nation: October 1, 1995)."

"Pro-Indian youngster with the help of BTV have enlisted themselves as intellectuals, whereas recognized and established scholars if they happen to be believers of Bangladeshi nationalism are totally ignored."

"The main sources of inspiration for the Indian Intelligence agencies and its foreign policy are ancient Hindu pundit and politician Koutillaya and his book 'Arthshastra' (Economy). Koutillaya is also known as Chanakya and Vishnugupta."

"Bob Woodward wasn’t grilled by Larry King. But the questions were vigorous enough to make America’s most renowned reporter seem evasive and self-absorbed."

"Whoever falls first— be it Sonia or Manmohan will have huge impact on Indian-American relations especially over Kashmir. Then it should come as no surprise as to why Musharraf a keen admirer of Manmohan is bending over backwards to ensure that a deal between the Pakistan and India over Kashmir is concluded quickly. Will Manmohan in his capacity as the foreign minister be able to strike a deal? The coming months will tell."