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The L M Singhvi Chat

On the Rediff Chat, Dr Singhvi -- a constitutional lawyer of considerable distinction who is now India's longest-serving envoy to the Court of St James -- demonstrated his eloquence when he explained what Indians can expect from Tony Blair's government.

Babu Ismail (Fri May 16 1997 19:54 IST)

Is His Excellency in?

Dr Singhvi, Claire Short, the Labour MP who criticised Tony Blair, and is now the minister for overseas development has already attacked India on the child labour issue. Is this a sign of things to come? What is the Indian high commission doing to nip such things in the bud?

Singhvisaab, you have been high commissioner for almost seven years (is the longest by any Indian to the court of St James?), what would you reckon is your biggest achievement?

Mr Singhvi what do you think was the reason for the Labor party coming to power? What is their attitude towards India?

Hullo, doctor, I believe the Kashmiris are whooping in joy at the Lanbour win. Kaufman and company have always been on their side. Do we need to worry? Or are relations between India and Britain so good that we don't have to worry?

Hello all, and especially Mr Singhvi, sir I'm very curious about one aspect of Indians setttled abroad, Why do they become MORE Indian and conservative when they are out of India? While in India everyone is pining to ape the west, what is the reason that this tendency stems from?

Dr Singhvi, our assistant editor in London Amberish K Diwanji informs us, is expected in the next five minutes, so please stay logged in.

Dr. ji, What do you say about the recent changes there - politicial and business fronts

Hi everyone, Dr Singhvi in??

I am sure you have met Mr Blair. What impression have you gained of him? As a post-Raj kid, does he have any fondness for India?

Hey Babu, pal, don't shoot your guns like that! Give the guy a chance -- at least wait till he gets in! Right, folks?

Hi Maya.. Long time no hear?

Mr Singhvi: What are the different personalities traits between the two prime ministers, the old and the new one?

Hi Mr Nikhil! How are you? Remember me? We cybermet at the Shashi Tharoor chat.

Hi Nandini

Hi folks !!!

Hi Nandini ! Long time ... No Singhvi !!!

Hello, on behalf of Rediff On The NeT, I am cyberchatting from Dr Singhvi's office at India House, London. Dr Singhvi has apparently been caught in a traffic jam and should be with us shortly. Please stay on.

Hi Amberish

Sorry, but got royally booted.. and it was pretty painful on the back! *rubs* Is Mr Singhvi in? What's happening?

Dear Mr Singhvi, sir what do you see the future of monarchy in the UK?

Sorry for the delay. I was driving down from the Ealing town hall, and had no control over the time of the meeting and the traffic. I am delighted to be here now and interact with all of you.

use tiger balm to remove all back-aches and makes waiting more pleasant

Dr Singhvi, Welcome to the Rediff Chat. It is an honour to have you with us this evening.

Dr Singhvi, Sir do you forsee the new government taking initiatives to restore peace in Jammu & Kashmir?

Dr Singhvi, Claire Short, the Labour MP who criticised Tony Blair, and is now the minister for overseas development has already attacked India on the child labour issue. Is this a sign of things to come? What is the Indian high commission doing to nip such things in the bud?

Good evening Mr Singhvi, its a real pleasure. A few months back there was a lot of controversy about the Gandhi letters that were to be auctioned by Philips. Could you tell me what really happened and where are those letters now? Please reply.