#China Pakistan honeymoon is over

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Robert (Bob) was born January 23, 1928 in Oak Park, Illinois to David Palmer Livingston and Augusta Emilie Lucas, college sweethearts from Monmouth College. He was born with a clubfoot but had surgery at two and a cast on for a year. It never held him back. He was very athletic and played football, basketball and baseball. If you met him you would never know especially with his "can do" attitude. In seventh grade his family moved to Washington Iowa to run the family farm. After graduating from high school in 1946 he enlisted in the army and was sent to Korea.

His job in the army was morning clerk but really it was to play football and his division won the Far East Championship with Bob awarded MVP. He always laughed about that because as the littlest guy on the team he didn't know how he got the award.

After his service in 1948 he attended Iowa State University studying Animal Husbandry intending to go back and run the farm. He had a good time at ISU and joined A.T.O. Fraternity enjoying the parties, dances and social affairs. Bob loved to laugh and make others laugh. He was like his father David Livingston "America's Funniest Farmer" and Humorist. All the while he had a deepening emptiness searching for a deeper meaning in life. In the summer of 1950 his brother Dave led him to the Lord sitting on a bale of hay in the barn, as a result he transferred to Bob Jones University.

During his time at BJU he was challenged to return to Korea as a missionary, a place he said he would never go again. He met Claire Beckwith in candidate school for The Evangelical Alliance Mission (TEAM). She was single and a RN headed for Pakistan as a missionary. She was unable to get a visa and Bob had prayed and told God he would marry her if she came to Korea. Indeed she headed for Korea right after the Korean war ended and soon after they were married in Japan at the annual mission conference as all the hotels had been bombed out in Korea. With no family in attendance other then their "missionary family" they wed and honeymooned in Japan. They returned to Korea to continue language study and Bob was involved in Tent Evangelism. A year later their daughter Ruth was born in Seoul.

His brother Dave was also a missionary in Korea with the same mission and they headed to Kang Nung on the East Coast of Korea traveling on gravel roads and riverbeds. They built 2 houses there and continued with the tent evangelism and planting churches. Bob and Claire left for the West coast where he was Station Manager for HLKX Radio, broadcasting into Korea, China and Russia and in English to the servicemen in Korea. In between terms in Korea he attended Grace Theological Seminary in Winona Lake Indiana and received his Masters in Divinity. His son Stephen was born in Washington Iowa while they were home.

When he returned to Korea he had several positions including holding evangelistic meetings in high schools, working with Youth For Christ and teaching Bible. After their term was over they returned to the States via a summer in Europe in a Volkswagen Camper, traveling to Israel where he studied for his Masters in Old Testament at the American Institute of Holy Land Studies. Prompted to leave earlier then planned by the Israeli government due to the impending "6 Day" war they left in December 1966 and ended up in Wheaton, Illinois.

Bob worked in the main Headquarters for TEAM for 2 years as Purchasing Agent supporting 1,000 missionaries worldwide. He then worked as Executive Secretary for the American Institute of Holy Land Studies. From 1972 to 1979 He worked with his father for Diversified Resources as Vice President and Sales Manager.

He had originally been ordained in the Presbyterian Church and in 1979 was also ordained in the Christian Missionary Alliance. They moved to Salem Oregon where he was Pastor of Administration at Salem Alliance Church, during this time with the CMA Bob and Claire ran a CMA Guest House in Israel for 4 years and also served as Recording Secretary for the United Christian Council in Israel.

They returned to the States to care for his widowed mother and worked for Williams Water Systems in his hometown of Washington Iowa. When his mother passed away in 1993 he served as Associate Pastor at All Nations Baptist Church in Iowa City for several years with a predominately Korean congregation. Still wanting to minister and not ready to retire in 1999 he accepted a position at Christ Community Church in Omaha Nebraska as a Minister to Senior Adults. He was also studying for his DMin at Trinity Evangelical Divinity School during this time. Bob and Claire celebrated their 50th Anniversary with dear friends at Christ Community Church. Finally at 81 years old he retired and moved to Grace Village in Winona Lake Indiana where he and Claire were very active in the community and loved to get out and enjoy the local area. They were blessed to celebrate their 60th anniversary there with family, friends and even some missionary friends who had been in their wedding in Japan.

One of the things Bob loved to do was to lead tours to Israel, starting in the 70's he began organizing and leading tours to Israel. For 40 years he has taken dozens of groups to the Holy Land. He loved the land and people of Israel. He loved to see the Bible come alive for believers and has baptized many people in the Jordan River including both of his children and 2 of his grandchildren.

After enjoying Grace Village for 10 years they moved to Athens Alabama in 2019 where their daughter lived. Claire passed away in 2020 at 96 years old and Bob lived independently until his death. He was full of personality and always a jokester and very independent up till the end, he was still driving up until 3 months ago.

Everyone who met Bob loved him and he loved them and he told everyone about Jesus. He loved reading the Word and would fill many of his last days praying and reading his Bible. His sense of humor, his smile, his encouraging words and his beautiful prayers will be greatly missed. One word that would characterize him is GRATEFUL, he was always so thankful for everything. He loved his children and his grandchildren and was recently able to meet his great grandchildren. He was a godly man who lived a great life, who touched a lot of people and couldn't wait to go meet Jesus.

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Pearls of Wisdoms for Pakis

Beloved Janta of Pakistan,

I would also like to share a secret with you, which you might never apprehend from a person from any other country, especially from an Indian. We LOVE YOU, We are obsessed with you. We enjoy infatuation comparable to that of a 14-year boy who has one on a girl living in his neighborhood, like that teenager whose heart warms up with the girl's sight. Still, he tends to tease her or plays whimsical pranks on her. It is his way of showing his affection.

Accept it, my fellow former Countrymen, you guys are in deep love with us as well. I have felt it first-hand. You folks love watching our Movies and fantasy our starlets. Sing Bollywood songs while proposing to your love. Ache to enjoy Mumbai and Delhi's nightlife. Some of you would even love to reside permanently here for a better future. There is also constant discrimination in every viewpoint; it may be Cricket or politics; in all honesty, you think of our day and night.

Keeping this indefinable affection for each other aside for a while, there is a bitter revelation that you people will have to accept and even feed it in the brains of the future generations to come. I am sure that maximum people over your side of the border should by now have conceded that India will never ever surrender Kashmir in your Lap. It won't be possible in at least another century ahead.

You see, in the manner where India's GDP had expanded from 10 Thousand Crores in the 1950s to more than 10 Lacs Crores in 2019, our sentiment of Nationalism has additionally, grown in a comparable pattern. There was a phenomenal hike in this feeling after India's general elections 2014 onwards; the reason for such an increase is unknown to me. So, the moral is, with such a vast Nationalism level in the hearts of the Aam Janta here, I don't think so parting away an inch of land to anyone would be possible.

Won't it look dishonorable for us in the front of the entire world if we lose the land to you guys who are quite behind then us in all the aspects? You will have to accept that technically both our countries are 73 years old this year. Over this side of the border, we have gradually upgraded in all aspects a Nation has to grow. I could virtually challenge you in where you guys can prove to be better in any improvement zone. This is the land wherein the year 1981 Indian Actor Amitabh enacted on the evergreen song "Dekha Ek Khawab " and his Dame Rekha in the movie Silsila hence parting away with Kashmir is painful to us as it will not only hurt our Ego and furthermore offer grief to Amitji.  

Forget the BJP led NDA, Even the Congress-led UPA cannot think of such a gormless deal. The primary reason is that they want to come into power next term too to provide Public service. Now you people only tell which government will be such dimwits to kick their own rear and be signed on the history textbook of 10-year-old kids as the People who gave away Kashmir.

Realize this, Pakistani Government, Your Army and also ISI can't withhold the idea of getting the region of Kashmir in your Nation's Map, even they know that your national flag will never rise in Capital of Srinagar but since it was an Inaugural Political Agenda when your Country was created in where the principal objective of this agenda was to collect vote from you guys and funds from other countries in the name of Kashmir. It is their lollypop for you fellows that their respective parties if came in power, an ideal environment will be created where; a newly wedded couple from Lahore can drive to Srinagar for their honeymoon without a stamp on their Passport and enjoy a bite of Kashmiri Apple laying in the front deck of a Shikara in Dal Sarovar. It's All Fake, acknowledge it, and move on.

So to my Indian friends,

There was a massive inspiration for me to compose this article. It was shocking that it came from the other side of the border. In the great Indian lockdown of 2020, I who was ideally workless like many of us all, I went through many videos of this Pakistani Newsreader and Political Debate Show Host Dr. Fiza Akbar Khan on YouTube. By her venomous language, the passion for thrashing India and people over here and that high pitched voice made me think of another Indian Debate Show Host.  I am convinced that they are unquestionably biologically related to each other. So I should not have a problem with her blabbering rubbish towards my Country as her Bhaiya here likewise.  

But I have to admit that her language did hurt me because, unlike her Bhaiya over there who trashes Pakistan in the English language, she uses Urdu, which sounds quite similar to the Hindi language to illuminate unpleasant garbage, the reason is entirely psychological for me being hurt. For example, If somebody calls you a Motherfucker, you might not be offended in the same manner if you are called Madar***d (Pardon my Language).

This Pakistani Anchor goes on and on that How Poor, Uneducated, Physically and Mentally Weak, Shelterless, we Indians live in this Country where our economy is going into the drain. We are foolish people to elect Shri Modi as PM of our Country and that too twice. There is a vast level of discrimination on minorities over here. The world's biggest Democracy is over. In the distant future, if Kashmir is not given to them its freedom, then Islamabad will be the next capital of Pakistan and India.

Can you believe this, she has mentioned all this on her show and that too in a language which can easily pierce in our heart. Let's not get also angered about this and start calling her names. She is just doing her job. She is giving favored content to people of over there what her Bhaiya is doing over there.

As pragmatic as I can get about whatever she says on her show about us, I just can't accept it, I am too egoistic as an Indian to even reply or curse on her Video on YouTube comment section. Hence, I planned to dedicate this entire blog to Dr. Fiza Khan, whom I seriously don't mean to offend as Women, her Nation, and especially not her Religion and would like to give her some advice.

Avoid Echoing about Nukes: A round of applause towards Dr. Abdul Qadeer Khan for building Nuclear Weapons, a program from a stolen uranium centrifuge design and a network of grey-market suppliers. But stop jabbering in your show that Pakis can nuke India in case a War erupts between us. Even If Jinnah Sahab from Heaven above commands your Arm Force to it, they will effortlessly deny his orders and don't stress. We likewise won't squander our atomic weapon on you. These weapons are like those expensive Portraits which you can proudly hang in your Living Room, but can't take it out on a date. Stop even using the word Nuke in your show.

Comparison between the PMs: PM Imran Sahab seems to be a jolly good fellow who also appears to try to administrate better than any other PMs or Military leaders of your Country. Let me tell you bluntly that there is no comparison with his Counterpart over here; in fact, he even doesn't stand anywhere nearby India's previous Prime Minister.    

Paki's Diplomatic Policies Debacle: This is a typical miscue. You and many colleagues of you have repeatedly misguided your Citizens that Pakistan can easily use the benefit of its diplomatic relationship with a few First World Country and pressurize India on Kashmir Issue. Well, Honey, This is an open challenge to your PM, along with Mr. Qureshi Sahab go to any so-called super Power for assistance or call end numbers of meeting in OIC ( Organisation of Islamic Cooperation ). Nobody will be ready to intervene in the Valley issue for one of the main reason, Why would any country create enmity with the Country will more than 100 Million Population which is a significant business open doors for their corporates.

Playing Second Fiddle: I initially watched your Debate show of earlier years. You always mentioned the US as your elder brother and will still stand next to you along with Saudi Arabia. These were the two countries which you saw as your personal ATM. Lately, these ATM machines stopped removing Cash and Kinds, which they earlier showered on your Country, so you bashed them and accused both these Super Power for adultery. These started leaning towards us. Then you went to China and become a Virtual Puppet who dances on their tunes. Now the problem arises that the entire world started forming against your elder brother and accused them as the creator of the Pandemic of 2020. So you began a rigid assembly against them as well, and now your nation is in an arrangement for another development with Malaysia and Turkey. Understand this dear Fiza ben that in distant future you will have to abuse these two countries also while your government will go and beg to some other countries, maybe North Korea.

Last but not least, which I have already mentioned why Kashmir will never be part of Pakistan earlier in the blog. Read repeatedly till the concept is glued by heart, and if possible, explain it to your people there.

Defense products will be purchased in the name of Kashmir. For Fiscal Year 20-21 Defense expenditure of Pakistan is 1,289 Billion Dollars. India's expenses on the same would be around 66 Billion Dollars. Can you believe these Figures? This Moolah could otherwise be used in Infrastructure and improving the lifestyle of citizens of the respective Country. Civilians and Soldiers' blood will be shed on the name of Kashmir. Approximately 120000 deaths have been registered since 1989, which also includes unsympathetic deaths of militants and terrorists. Television Media will go on with Live debates inviting aficionados and enthusiasts to increase their TRP on the name of Kashmir. Newspapers and magazines will publish viperous articles vocalizing each other's blame for being troublemakers on Kashmir's name. Many commercial Movies and Web Series will also be produced on Kashmir's name. Still, by endeavoring all means of Peace or War, this dream of some of yours will never be fulfilled.

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The northern part of India acts as both a wall and a crown to the country. Its beauty lies in the tall mountains, silent valleys, and green and long fields. The north of India has a history of great pride. It hosts the state of Punjab, Haryana, Jammu, and Kashmir, etc, all know for some great leaders and impeccable courage. The divine Ganges took her birth here, on the laps of the mighty Himalayas. This land is serene and full of astonishing beauty, innumerable species, and kind-hearted people. It is a place to visit and ranks on top in all Honeymoon Tour Packages in India.

 India’s Wildlife

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Neighboring Countries

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The Best Time for Touring

The Best time for touring in India can vary from region to region. Talking about the northern regions, the best time to visit would be from March - June. For the southern regions, where the climate is comparatively hot and humid, the best time to visit is from October - January. For the Eastern and Western Region the months of August - February is a good time to visit. A few places in these regions are hot and humid, while some are cool. So the spring, autumn and winter seasons are the best time to visit any place.

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Emirates and FlyDubai Evolve From Odd Couple to Best Buddies

When asked two years ago whether his Emirates airline and discount specialist FlyDubai would join forces, Tim Clark gave a withering look.

If ordered to do so by his bosses in Dubai then he would, Clark said, while making it abundantly clear that the process would be a painful one. Fast forward to the present day and the airlines are not just sister companies but partners — sharing more routes, schedules and costs than ever before.

What’s more, it’s been a resounding success, a reformed Clark said in interviews last month. “Focusing the network according to two carriers playing their role is working well,” he told Bloomberg TV. “We haven’t finished that exercise by any stretch of the imagination.”

To be fair to its president, Emirates hasn’t been in obvious need of help for most of its 33-year lifespan. The carrier evolved from a two-plane outfit into the world’s largest long-haul carrier, using Dubai’s amenable location to connect Europe and the U.S. with Asia, Africa and the rest of the Middle East. Last year, Emirates flew a record 58.8 million passengers from its exclusive terminal at Dubai International Airport, which includes a purpose-built facility for the Airbus SE A380 superjumbo.

Turbulent Years

But the last two years have been turbulent ones. Oil prices plunged in 2016, disastrous for Middle East travel. Meanwhile, the dollar strengthened and competition has become stiffer, with China seeking to gatecrash the market and carriers such as Ethiopian Airlines Group on the rise. That’s led Emirates’s owners to begin to see how co-operating with low-cost sister airline FlyDubai could be positive for both sides.

In July 2017, the two carriers entered into an expanded code-share agreement intended to prepare the way for rationalizing networks and aligning schedules. There are 83 destinations currently available under the code-share, and that’s set to reach 240 by 2022. Meanwhile, both airlines have been eliminating overlapping routes and “wasteful resources,” Clark said.

There are still 30 destinations served by both Emirates and FlyDubai aircraft, but the partnership has enabled the carriers to reduce overlap. FlyDubai, which solely operates Boeing Co. 737 narrow-bodies, is now the only operator to Multan in Pakistan, for example. In return, the carrier has retreated from routes better suited to its long-haul sibling, including Thai capital Bangkok, Dhaka in Bangladesh and honeymoon favorite the Maldives.

No Merger

Flydubai will also take on the Dubai-Zagreb route for four months from December to better cope with the traditional drop in demand over the winter.

But despite the increased collaboration, Emirates and FlyDubai aren’t planning a full-blown merger, according to Clark. That’s because their mutual owner doesn’t yet see a need for it.

“It will take a while to figure if this relationship will work, because they are different airlines with different organizational structures and operational diameters,” said Mark Martin, chief executive officer at Dubai-based Martin Consulting LLC, which studies aviation markets. “ We just have to wait and watch.”

In the meantime, the prospect of a blockbuster tie-up between Emirates and unprofitable Abu Dhabi-based Etihad Airways looms large, with Bloomberg News reporting tentative talks in September. Emirates denies there have been takeover talks of any kind and says the pair are exploring only limited collaboration.

Read more: Emirates Is Said to Explore Etihad Deal to Forge Biggest Airline

Operationally, Emirates and FlyDubai reduced the minimum connection time of 120 minutes between their two terminals in Dubai. And starting from December, flights to 10 of FlyDubai’s destinations will operate from Emirates’ Terminal 3 to further speed changeovers.

“Now we have our commercial strategy, our network strategy and our fleet strategy are more synergized,” Clark said. “We think there is a much greater value proposition to the owner.”

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China-Pakistan's Honeymoon is Over.....CPEC and OBOR becomes China's biggest Liability

China-Pakistan’s Honeymoon is Over…..CPEC and OBOR becomes China’s biggest Liability

Pakistan’s honeymoon bubble seems to have burst over the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC). Criticism and questions over the terms of the project have gained strength. China will now need to effectively handle the public perception of CPEC, or face serious credibility issues for all of President Xi Jinping’s ambitious Belt and Road Initiative (BRI). CPEC is presently the only operational…

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A HASSLE-FREE JOURNEY TO THE HIMALAYAS

Filled with stunning natural beauty and unforgettable sights steeped in history, traversing the Himalayas has always been believed to be laborious. However, in recent years the growing infrastructure has paved well-connected routes that provide accessibility, making exploration of this once challenging mountain range much easier.

The Himalayas has always been known for its astounding beauty and imposing peaks. The thought of spending your vacation on the highest mountain range in the world may seem daunting, since the common misconception among most people is that this renowned destination is best experienced through hours of strenuous hiking and trekking. However, the improved infrastructure and extensive network of roads connecting to the surrounding regions has made Himalayas easily accessible by foot and by vehicle. The destination that once drew intrepid and adventurous travellers is now also becoming a vacation spot for visitors who would like a more slow-paced trip.Spanning thousands of miles across five countries: Nepal, Bhutan, China (Tibet), and Pakistan, the Himalayas can be divided, from the South to the North, into the Outer or Shivalik Himalayas, the Lower Himalayas, the High Himalayas and the Trans Himalayas. The Shivalik Himalayas consists of intriguing places such as Jammu, Dharamsala, and Shimla. Whereas the Lower Himalayan range includes the scenic valleys of Kashmir, Kullu-Manali Valley, and Kathmandu.

The Shivalik Himalayas One of the most visited attractions in Jammu is the Bahu Fort. Located 5 km away from the city center, the fort stands prominently on a rock face on the left bank the river Tawi. Estimated to be 3000 years old, the Bahu Fort was built by Raja Bahu Lochan when he witnessed a tiger and a goat drinking water from the Tawi River. He believed that the non-aggression displayed by both creatures would inspire people to live peacefully with each other if the fort was build there. Dharamsala, a city in the Indian state of Himachal Pradesh is situated on the edge of the Himalayas and as such, is enclosed by lofty cedar trees and lush greenery. This exquisite Himalayan city is also the home to the Dalai Lama and Tibetans in exile. One of the most visited attractions in Dharamsala is the Shiva-Baijnath Temple, which was built in the 13th century. Shimla too has its fair share of major attractions and must-visit sites. The capital of Himachal Pradesh has retained its colonial heritage through the years. The Viceregal Lodge, for instance, not only stands as a testament to Shimla’s past-Shimla was the former summer capital of the British- but also reflects the impressive history and architecture of the city. The Viceregal Lodge, or Rashtrapati Niwas was once the residence of the British Viceroy of India.

The Lower Himalayan Range Cool summer air, alpine scenery, and placid lakes create an ambience of tranquillity and serenity for travellers visiting Kashmir. Dubbed “India’s Switzerland,” the region attracts tourists from near and far to discover and explore its enchanting sights. One of the most visited locations include Dal Lake in Srinagar, known as the Jewel in the Crown of Kashmir and Srinagar’s Jewel, this expansive and tranquil lake reflects the vibrantly coloured houseboats-also known as shikaras- floating on its surface with mirror-like clarity.

Numerous houseboats are embellished with intricate designs, and painted with striking hues of yellow, blue and green. These small yet durable shikaras carry up to four people at one time. However, travellers looking for a more immersive experience can board one of the many opulently fashioned deluxe houseboats, which are much bigger in size and include dining areas, bedrooms, and washrooms-basically a floating hotel that comes with all the conventional amenities. 

Much like the paradisal city of Kashmir, the Kullu Valley is an idyllic location cradled by the Pir Panjal Range to the north. Raging rivers, charming mountain villages and thick pine forests captivate travellers from near and far. Manali is a high-altitude Himalayan resort town and the gateway to Lahaul and Spiti. The town’s positioning makes it an ideal place for backpacking and is noted for being a romantic honeymoon destination. 

With a population of over a million people, Kathmandu -the capital city of Nepal- is the biggest metropolis in the Central Region. Some of its popular spots include, Pashupatinath Temple, National Museum of Nepal, and Kathmandu Durbar Square-a designated UNESCO World Heritage Site.

The High Himalayas The High Himalayas, also commonly referred to as the Tibetan Plateau, is notable for its snow-capped peaks and passes that reach up to 3200m in height. It comprises of regions such as Ladakh, Tibet as well as Spiti Valley, which are known for their natural beauty. Steeped in culture and folklore, these regions are home to a significant number of temples, monasteries and palaces. In addition to housing timeless and historic buildings, the region is also inhabited by various ethnic groups living in quaint villages. Tibet impresses travellers with the rich history, culture and tradition of the Tibetan people. Whereas places such as Ladakh and Spiti Valley boasts sweeping views of rugged terrains and dramatic, arid mountains that exude a kind of blissful remoteness that inspires quiet contemplation and introspection.  

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