Operations continuing...

Rupee posts the biggest single session decline against the $ since February 2023. Are the currency markets telling us something about the India-Pak situation?

Interesting article. (Too bad I'm a teetotaller!)

Bill Gates: "I will give away virtually all my wealth through the Gates Foundation over the next 20 years to the cause of saving and improving lives around the world... I expect the foundation will spend more than $200 billion between now and 2045."

"I want to live happily in a world I don’t understand." - Nassim Nicholas Taleb

If what is going on was not so sad, it would have been incredibly funny! To summarize what has happened in the last few hours: 1. AajTak has destroyed Karachi Port. 2. Zee Media has destroyed Islamabad. 3. Republic TV has arrested Asim Munir. 4. Sudarshan has destroyed Pakistan.

Good profile. nytimes.com/2025/05/08/wor…

The tariffs seem to be working for U.S. manufacturing. They're even making Popes in America now!

A rather simple and accurate description of the Kashmir issue. A very interesting (and rather hilarious) discussion on Pakistan TV. Please hear from 58 second onwards.

Amul says it all once again! Love the topical and witty Amul ads!!!

Interesting article. forbes.com/sites/monicahu…

Very good interview of Sam Altman. on.ft.com/44xQEUg

India and Pakistan: Trends in defence sourcing. Very interesting chart.

"Philosophy is a luxury for the few, religion is a consolation for the many." - Will Durant

Some beautiful thoughts for the weekend...

The Trump administration is reportedly considering a $5,000 "baby bonus" to entice Americans to have more children. Interesting! cnn.com/2025/05/04/wor…

An ode to New York, my favourite city!

Interesting angle. cnn.com/2025/05/09/chi…

The art market may be in a slump, but the Eden Gallery in NYC is thriving by leaning into pop culture. Cool stuff! bloomberg.com/news/articles/…

I think Trump's Nobel Peace Prize for 2025 is near certain now!!!