"We must defend the values of pluralism, peaceful coexistence and the rule of law."* - Manmohan Singh

"The role of Pakistan-based terrorist groups cannot be minimized, but the involvement of local elements in recent blasts adds a new dimension to the terrorist threat," Prime Minister Manmohan Singh said this month after the New Delhi bombings.

When we talk of a resurgent Asia, people think of the great changes that have come about in Shanghai. I share this aspiration to transform Mumbai in the next five years in such a manner that people would forget about Shanghai and Mumbai will become a talking point.

"We cannot afford to lose this battle against the ideology of hatred, fanaticism and those who want to destroy our society."*