All set for the launch of a Muslim political party in Maharashtra | ummid.com
Sidelined by the mainstream political parties and encouraged by the impressive results Muslim votes brought first in Assam and Kerala, and later in the recently held Uttar Pradesh elections, Muslims in Maharashtra too have decided to launch today their own political party.
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Monday, April 30, 2012
In a first, a woman elected to the AMU teacher's association | ummid.com
In a first, a woman elected to the AMU teacher's association | ummid.com
After being in the news for alleged gender bias, the Aligarh Muslim University (AMU) has for the first time elected a woman to its influential teacher's association.
After being in the news for alleged gender bias, the Aligarh Muslim University (AMU) has for the first time elected a woman to its influential teacher's association.
Hope for baldness cure | ummid.com
Hope for baldness cure | ummid.com
New hopes of a cure for baldness have been sparked after Japanese researchers claimed to have successfully grown hair on hairless mice.
New hopes of a cure for baldness have been sparked after Japanese researchers claimed to have successfully grown hair on hairless mice.
Blocking protein could halt debilitating brain disease | ummid.com
Blocking protein could halt debilitating brain disease | ummid.com
Blocking a protein that contributes to acute nerve damage could halt the development of debilitating Multiple Sclerosis (MS), says a new study.
Blocking a protein that contributes to acute nerve damage could halt the development of debilitating Multiple Sclerosis (MS), says a new study.
Your card details could be 'robbed by radiowave' | ummid.com
Your card details could be 'robbed by radiowave' | ummid.com
Millions of credit and debit card users could be "robbed by radiowave" because of a new contactless technology.
Millions of credit and debit card users could be "robbed by radiowave" because of a new contactless technology.
Don't speculate on presidential poll, Mukherjee tells media | ummid.com
Don't speculate on presidential poll, Mukherjee tells media | ummid.com
As the Congress is holding a series of meetings with allies to build consensus over the next president, Finance Minister Pranab Mukherjee Monday cautioned against speculating on the issue.
As the Congress is holding a series of meetings with allies to build consensus over the next president, Finance Minister Pranab Mukherjee Monday cautioned against speculating on the issue.
Supreme court backs women tour operators on Haj quota | ummid.com
Supreme court backs women tour operators on Haj quota | ummid.com
Even as it reserved its verdict, the Supreme Court Monday asked the government to consider women private operators in the process for the allocation of Haj quota of pilgrims going to Makkah every year.
Even as it reserved its verdict, the Supreme Court Monday asked the government to consider women private operators in the process for the allocation of Haj quota of pilgrims going to Makkah every year.
Presidential Polls: BJP rules out backing Ansari; keeps Kalam option open | ummid.com
Presidential Polls: BJP rules out backing Ansari; keeps Kalam option open | ummid.com
Sushma Swaraj said BJP was gauging the mood of the UPA allies and pointed to possibility of a contest. "We will contest to win. We will work out an arithmetic," she said. Asked about Ansari, Swaraj said he "does not have the stature to be president".
Sushma Swaraj said BJP was gauging the mood of the UPA allies and pointed to possibility of a contest. "We will contest to win. We will work out an arithmetic," she said. Asked about Ansari, Swaraj said he "does not have the stature to be president".
NHRC summons Kerala's chief secretary | ummid.com
NHRC summons Kerala's chief secretary | ummid.com
The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has summoned Kerala's chief secretary over the state's failure to submit the compliance report of compensating people affected from the aerial spray of hazardous pesticide Endosulfan in Kasargod district.
The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has summoned Kerala's chief secretary over the state's failure to submit the compliance report of compensating people affected from the aerial spray of hazardous pesticide Endosulfan in Kasargod district.
India allows unrestricted exports of fresh cotton | ummid.com
India allows unrestricted exports of fresh cotton | ummid.com
Succumbing to political pressure, the government Monday revoked the ban on cotton exports and said fresh exports will be allowed without any quantitative restrictions.
Succumbing to political pressure, the government Monday revoked the ban on cotton exports and said fresh exports will be allowed without any quantitative restrictions.
Fake job racket, headed by Delhi Police constable, busted | ummid.com
Fake job racket, headed by Delhi Police constable, busted | ummid.com
A well-oiled, inter-state syndicate which duped jobless youth with offers of lucrative posts has been busted by Haryana Police with the arrest of its kingpin, a Delhi Police constable.
A well-oiled, inter-state syndicate which duped jobless youth with offers of lucrative posts has been busted by Haryana Police with the arrest of its kingpin, a Delhi Police constable.
Fortnightly edited by Indian-origin Azeez wins top British media award | ummid.com
Fortnightly edited by Indian-origin Azeez wins top British media award | ummid.com
Asian Lite, a fortnightly focussing on British Asian events and issues and edited by Indian-origin journalist Anasudin Azeez, has won the prestigious How-Do newspaper of the year award for 2012.
Asian Lite, a fortnightly focussing on British Asian events and issues and edited by Indian-origin journalist Anasudin Azeez, has won the prestigious How-Do newspaper of the year award for 2012.
Sensex up 131.47 points, IT stocks gain | ummid.com
Sensex up 131.47 points, IT stocks gain | ummid.com
A benchmark index for Indian equities markets Monday closed 131.47 points higher, helped by supportive global cues and good buying interest in information technology (IT) stocks.
A benchmark index for Indian equities markets Monday closed 131.47 points higher, helped by supportive global cues and good buying interest in information technology (IT) stocks.
Mayawati demands constitution amendment for SC/ST quota | ummid.com
Mayawati demands constitution amendment for SC/ST quota | ummid.com
Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP) chief Mayawati Monday demanded in the Rajya Sabha that the government bring a constitutional amendment bill during the current parliament session to ensure that Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes in Uttar Pradesh continue to get reservation benefits in promotions.
Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP) chief Mayawati Monday demanded in the Rajya Sabha that the government bring a constitutional amendment bill during the current parliament session to ensure that Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes in Uttar Pradesh continue to get reservation benefits in promotions.
Health of urban poor worse than rural poor: Parliamentary panel | ummid.com
Health of urban poor worse than rural poor: Parliamentary panel | ummid.com
Health indicators of the urban poor are worse than their rural counterparts, a parliamentary panel has said slamming the government for its failure to launch a key programme for the health of nine crore people who live in slums in big towns and cities.
Health indicators of the urban poor are worse than their rural counterparts, a parliamentary panel has said slamming the government for its failure to launch a key programme for the health of nine crore people who live in slums in big towns and cities.
AMU students to display world's largest envelop; eye Guinness records | ummid.com
AMU students to display world's largest envelop; eye Guinness records | ummid.com
The Students of Aligarh Muslim University are in the process of creating a history by producing the largest Envelope of the world to get the name of the prestigious institution in the “Guinness Book of World Records”.
The Students of Aligarh Muslim University are in the process of creating a history by producing the largest Envelope of the world to get the name of the prestigious institution in the “Guinness Book of World Records”.
Parliament passes IIT bill | ummid.com
Parliament passes IIT bill | ummid.com
Parliament Monday passed a bill which will make the six new Indian Institutes of Technology (IITs) capable of granting degrees to the engineers that pass out.
Parliament Monday passed a bill which will make the six new Indian Institutes of Technology (IITs) capable of granting degrees to the engineers that pass out.
Denied bank loan, Kerala nursing student ends life | ummid.com
Denied bank loan, Kerala nursing student ends life | ummid.com
A Kerala nursing student, who poisoned herself after failing to secure an education loan, died at a medical college here Monday.
A Kerala nursing student, who poisoned herself after failing to secure an education loan, died at a medical college here Monday.
Rahul Gandhi in Amethi to 're-motivate' Congress workers | ummid.com
Rahul Gandhi in Amethi to 're-motivate' Congress workers | ummid.com
Hoping to "re-motivate" party workers in his parliamentary constituency, Congress general secretary Rahul Gandhi arrived here Monday on a three-day visit, his first after the party's defeat in the state assembly elections.
Hoping to "re-motivate" party workers in his parliamentary constituency, Congress general secretary Rahul Gandhi arrived here Monday on a three-day visit, his first after the party's defeat in the state assembly elections.
Nupur Talwar surrenders, taken into CBI custody | ummid.com
Nupur Talwar surrenders, taken into CBI custody | ummid.com
Dentist Nupur Talwar was Monday taken into custody shortly after surrendering before a special court hearing the May 2008 twin murder case of her teenaged daughter Aarushi and their domestic help Hemraj.
Dentist Nupur Talwar was Monday taken into custody shortly after surrendering before a special court hearing the May 2008 twin murder case of her teenaged daughter Aarushi and their domestic help Hemraj.
British grandad to undergo sex swap at 80! | ummid.com
British grandad to undergo sex swap at 80! | ummid.com
A nearly 80-year-old man in Britain is all set to undergo a sex change with a 13,500 pounds (about $21,960) National Health Service operation.
A nearly 80-year-old man in Britain is all set to undergo a sex change with a 13,500 pounds (about $21,960) National Health Service operation.
Bangladeshi computer wiz kid eyes Guinness records | ummid.com
Bangladeshi computer wiz kid eyes Guinness records | ummid.com
A six-year-old boy from Bangladesh who began typing as a three year-old and knew how to programme and download games at the age of four, is hoping to become the world's youngest computer expert and get recognition from the Guinness World Records.
A six-year-old boy from Bangladesh who began typing as a three year-old and knew how to programme and download games at the age of four, is hoping to become the world's youngest computer expert and get recognition from the Guinness World Records.
Sunday, April 29, 2012
Omani man donates blood for 26 years | ummid.com
Omani man donates blood for 26 years | ummid.com
A 49-year-old man from Oman has been honoured by the ministry of health of the United Arab Emirates (UAE) for donating blood for 26 years.
A 49-year-old man from Oman has been honoured by the ministry of health of the United Arab Emirates (UAE) for donating blood for 26 years.
18 killed in Nigerian university attack | ummid.com
18 killed in Nigerian university attack | ummid.com
At least 18 people, including two university professors, were killed at a university in Nigeria's northern city of Kano during a church service, said witnesses and health workers.
At least 18 people, including two university professors, were killed at a university in Nigeria's northern city of Kano during a church service, said witnesses and health workers.
1mn appear in engineering entrance AIEEE | ummid.com
1mn appear in engineering entrance AIEEE | ummid.com
Around 10 lakh students Sunday appeared in the All India Engineering Entrance Examination (AIEEE) 2012 at 1,735 centres across the country.
Around 10 lakh students Sunday appeared in the All India Engineering Entrance Examination (AIEEE) 2012 at 1,735 centres across the country.
'Telecom towers kill 7mn birds in America every year' | ummid.com
'Telecom towers kill 7mn birds in America every year' | ummid.com
Telecom towers are killing nearly seven million birds every year as they migrate from the US and Canada to Central and South America, says a new study.
Telecom towers are killing nearly seven million birds every year as they migrate from the US and Canada to Central and South America, says a new study.
Bombs hurled at Bangladesh Secretariat | ummid.com
Bombs hurled at Bangladesh Secretariat | ummid.com
Unidentified attackers Sunday hurled two bombs at the Bangladesh Secretariat in Dhaka, one in front of the home ministry, but no one was injured in the incident, officials said.
Unidentified attackers Sunday hurled two bombs at the Bangladesh Secretariat in Dhaka, one in front of the home ministry, but no one was injured in the incident, officials said.
Nitish development claims non-existent: CPI-ML | ummid.com
Nitish development claims non-existent: CPI-ML | ummid.com
Hundreds of Communist Party of India- Marxist-Leninst (CPI-ML) cadres protested against the visit of Chief Minister Nitish Kumar to Kaimur district Sunday and rejected his "claims" of development and establishment of law and order in Bihar.
Hundreds of Communist Party of India- Marxist-Leninst (CPI-ML) cadres protested against the visit of Chief Minister Nitish Kumar to Kaimur district Sunday and rejected his "claims" of development and establishment of law and order in Bihar.
French Muslims mobilize to unseat Sarkozy | ummid.com
French Muslims mobilize to unseat Sarkozy | ummid.com
France’s Muslim community is mobilizing voters to reject President Nicolas Sarkozy in Sunday’s election to punish the conservative leader for his anti-immigrant and anti-Islam rhetoric.
France’s Muslim community is mobilizing voters to reject President Nicolas Sarkozy in Sunday’s election to punish the conservative leader for his anti-immigrant and anti-Islam rhetoric.
A white ribbon flutters towards safe motherhood in Rajasthan | ummid.com
A white ribbon flutters towards safe motherhood in Rajasthan | ummid.com
Will the baby live? Will the mother survive childbirth? Not very long ago, it was left to fate to decide how a pregnant woman and her unborn child would fare, but a slow change towards birth preparedness is taking place in some villages of Rajasthan's Jodhpur district.
Will the baby live? Will the mother survive childbirth? Not very long ago, it was left to fate to decide how a pregnant woman and her unborn child would fare, but a slow change towards birth preparedness is taking place in some villages of Rajasthan's Jodhpur district.
Assam's Guinness bid: 40,885 saplings planted in an hour | ummid.com
Assam's Guinness bid: 40,885 saplings planted in an hour | ummid.com
In a bid to enter the Guinness World Records, 100 people Sunday planted 40,885 saplings within an hour near the Chirang Reserve Forest in lower Assam.
In a bid to enter the Guinness World Records, 100 people Sunday planted 40,885 saplings within an hour near the Chirang Reserve Forest in lower Assam.
How did British PM's ex-girlfriend become a nun? | ummid.com
How did British PM's ex-girlfriend become a nun? | ummid.com
A former girlfriend of British Prime Minister David Cameron, who met her as a Conservative Party worker in the 1990s, left politics and worked in advertising but took to drinking and addiction before finally becoming a nun in the US.
A former girlfriend of British Prime Minister David Cameron, who met her as a Conservative Party worker in the 1990s, left politics and worked in advertising but took to drinking and addiction before finally becoming a nun in the US.
From Hillary Clinton to Romney's dog, Obama pokes fun at all | ummid.com
From Hillary Clinton to Romney's dog, Obama pokes fun at all | ummid.com
President Barack Obama turned comic for a night to poke fun at everything, from the Secret Service scandal to his top diplomat Hillary Clinton, to his likely Republican rival Mitt Romney's dog.
President Barack Obama turned comic for a night to poke fun at everything, from the Secret Service scandal to his top diplomat Hillary Clinton, to his likely Republican rival Mitt Romney's dog.
Indian boy, grandparents freed from Bangladesh jail | ummid.com
Indian boy, grandparents freed from Bangladesh jail | ummid.com
In a gesture of goodwill, the Bangladesh authorities Sunday released a five-year-old Indian boy, Ariful Sheikh, who spent nearly a year in a Bangladesh jail along with his grandparents after they crossed the border to meet their ailing relatives.
In a gesture of goodwill, the Bangladesh authorities Sunday released a five-year-old Indian boy, Ariful Sheikh, who spent nearly a year in a Bangladesh jail along with his grandparents after they crossed the border to meet their ailing relatives.
Haj Committee receives more than 3 lakh applications for Haj 2012 | ummid.com
Haj Committee receives more than 3 lakh applications for Haj 2012 | ummid.com
Though the final figure will become clear in a day or two, Haj Committee of India on Saturday claimed that it had received more than 3 lakh applications from the people willing to go for Haj this year.
Though the final figure will become clear in a day or two, Haj Committee of India on Saturday claimed that it had received more than 3 lakh applications from the people willing to go for Haj this year.
Akhilesh government to roll out 'red carpet' for scribes | ummid.com
Akhilesh government to roll out 'red carpet' for scribes | ummid.com
How to create a media-friendly environment in government offices and make maximum information available to journalists? This is a key task for the Akhilesh Yadav government in Uttar Pradesh, which is working out measures to facilitate media persons, who had "not so good" a time during the previous Mayawati rule.
How to create a media-friendly environment in government offices and make maximum information available to journalists? This is a key task for the Akhilesh Yadav government in Uttar Pradesh, which is working out measures to facilitate media persons, who had "not so good" a time during the previous Mayawati rule.
'More women stepping out to write' | ummid.com
'More women stepping out to write' | ummid.com
An increasing number of women are now stepping out in the world of literature to shape up the voice of feminist authors, feel well-known women authors and publishers.
An increasing number of women are now stepping out in the world of literature to shape up the voice of feminist authors, feel well-known women authors and publishers.
Now, Mamata government targets woman professor? | ummid.com
Now, Mamata government targets woman professor? | ummid.com
A woman professor who dared to take on a Trinamool Congress leader for allegedly throwing a jug at her inside the teachers' staff room now finds her dispute with a tenant being made public by the West Bengal government - in what is being seen as a bid to show her in poor light.
A woman professor who dared to take on a Trinamool Congress leader for allegedly throwing a jug at her inside the teachers' staff room now finds her dispute with a tenant being made public by the West Bengal government - in what is being seen as a bid to show her in poor light.
Saturday, April 28, 2012
Can Siachen be an 'ice breaker' for India and Pakistan? | ummid.com
Can Siachen be an 'ice breaker' for India and Pakistan? | ummid.com
During his visit to India, Zardari urged Singh that India should now reciprocate by taking a meaningful step to please the Pakistanis who really want their government to improve relations with their neighbour through trade and other exchanges.
During his visit to India, Zardari urged Singh that India should now reciprocate by taking a meaningful step to please the Pakistanis who really want their government to improve relations with their neighbour through trade and other exchanges.
Head injury turns college dropout a maths genius! | ummid.com
Head injury turns college dropout a maths genius! | ummid.com
In an incident which appears be a perfect plot for any reality-based fiction work, an American college dropout after being brutally attacked by a group of street robbers has turned a mathematics genius.
In an incident which appears be a perfect plot for any reality-based fiction work, an American college dropout after being brutally attacked by a group of street robbers has turned a mathematics genius.
'Absconding' after salary cut, Hyderabad engineer clears loan from abroad | ummid.com
'Absconding' after salary cut, Hyderabad engineer clears loan from abroad | ummid.com
In a rarest of rare case, an Indian civil engineer, who left a trail of debts in Dubai in 2009 after his salary was cut drastically, sets example by clearing Dh300,000 in loans three years after absconding from Dubai.
In a rarest of rare case, an Indian civil engineer, who left a trail of debts in Dubai in 2009 after his salary was cut drastically, sets example by clearing Dh300,000 in loans three years after absconding from Dubai.
The legacy of Victorian England’s first Islamic convert | ummid.com
The legacy of Victorian England’s first Islamic convert | ummid.com
"Hundreds of guests had gathered in the Great Hall, in the Empire building, including foreign troops. When they saw him the whole regiment rose and offered him not the British military salute but the Islamic ‘Allah Akbar, Allah Akbar’. (God is great).”
"Hundreds of guests had gathered in the Great Hall, in the Empire building, including foreign troops. When they saw him the whole regiment rose and offered him not the British military salute but the Islamic ‘Allah Akbar, Allah Akbar’. (God is great).”
Hyderabad Riots: Hindu youths held for desecrating temple | ummid.com
Hyderabad Riots: Hindu youths held for desecrating temple | ummid.com
Four Hindu youths, who were allegedly involved in temple desecration at Kurmaguda in Madannapet police station limits which triggered clashes between two communities recently, were arrested by the Special Investigation Team of the Central Crime Station on Friday.
Four Hindu youths, who were allegedly involved in temple desecration at Kurmaguda in Madannapet police station limits which triggered clashes between two communities recently, were arrested by the Special Investigation Team of the Central Crime Station on Friday.
PM hints at fuel price hike, stresses energy security | ummid.com
PM hints at fuel price hike, stresses energy security | ummid.com
Prime Minister Manmohan Singh Saturday hinted at an impending hike in fuel prices saying that there is need for such an exercise to balance the effects of the spiralling oil import bill.
Prime Minister Manmohan Singh Saturday hinted at an impending hike in fuel prices saying that there is need for such an exercise to balance the effects of the spiralling oil import bill.
Woman forced to eat human excreta on witchcraft charge | ummid.com
Woman forced to eat human excreta on witchcraft charge | ummid.com
A woman in a village in Bihar's Sitamarhi district was forced by some people to eat human excreta and drink urine after being branded a witch, police said Saturday.
A woman in a village in Bihar's Sitamarhi district was forced by some people to eat human excreta and drink urine after being branded a witch, police said Saturday.
Shimla convent school allows students to wear turban | ummid.com
Shimla convent school allows students to wear turban | ummid.com
An over one-and-half-month old controversy over wearing of full-sized turban by Sikh students ended Saturday with a prominent boys' school here allowing them to wear the headgear, an official said.
An over one-and-half-month old controversy over wearing of full-sized turban by Sikh students ended Saturday with a prominent boys' school here allowing them to wear the headgear, an official said.
Apple founder Stew Jobs' unseen interview to be released | ummid.com
Apple founder Stew Jobs' unseen interview to be released | ummid.com
The former chief of Israel's domestic intelligence agency has accused the country's leadership of "misleading" the public on the merits of a possible military strike on Iran.
The former chief of Israel's domestic intelligence agency has accused the country's leadership of "misleading" the public on the merits of a possible military strike on Iran.
Israel leaders misleading public on Iran: Ex-security chief | ummid.com
Israel leaders misleading public on Iran: Ex-security chief | ummid.com
The former chief of Israel's domestic intelligence agency has accused the country's leadership of "misleading" the public on the merits of a possible military strike on Iran.
The former chief of Israel's domestic intelligence agency has accused the country's leadership of "misleading" the public on the merits of a possible military strike on Iran.
Maharashtra's largest tricolour unfurled in NDA | ummid.com
Maharashtra's largest tricolour unfurled in NDA | ummid.com
The largest tricolour in Maharashtra, measuring 30x20 feet and weighing nine kg was Saturday unfurled on a 100-ft pole at the prestigious National Defence Academy (NDA) here, an official said.
The largest tricolour in Maharashtra, measuring 30x20 feet and weighing nine kg was Saturday unfurled on a 100-ft pole at the prestigious National Defence Academy (NDA) here, an official said.
Unite to oppose gay marriage: Pope's envoy asks Muslims, Jews | ummid.com
Unite to oppose gay marriage: Pope's envoy asks Muslims, Jews | ummid.com
The pope's representative in Britain has urged Roman Catholics to form a "united front" with Muslims and Jews to oppose gay marriage, a media report said Saturday.
The pope's representative in Britain has urged Roman Catholics to form a "united front" with Muslims and Jews to oppose gay marriage, a media report said Saturday.
Azera Rehman's story wins award | ummid.com
Azera Rehman's story wins award | ummid.com
Azera Rehman, who reports for newswire Indo-Asian News Service has won the prestigious IWPC awards.
Azera Rehman, who reports for newswire Indo-Asian News Service has won the prestigious IWPC awards.
Jamia Millia Islamia to run 50-bed medical centre | ummid.com
Jamia Millia Islamia to run 50-bed medical centre | ummid.com
A 50-bed medical centre, named after King Abdullah of Saudi Arabia, has been inaugurated at Jamia Millia Islamia, officials said Saturday.
A 50-bed medical centre, named after King Abdullah of Saudi Arabia, has been inaugurated at Jamia Millia Islamia, officials said Saturday.
Third Gandhi visits Maharashtra, but drought continues... | ummid.com
Third Gandhi visits Maharashtra, but drought continues... | ummid.com
As Congress general secretary Rahul Gandhi began his one-day tour of drought-hit areas of Maharashtra's Satara district Saturday, he became the third Gandhi after his late father and former prime minister Rajiv Gandhi and mother Sonia Gandhi to visit the region, though little has changed there in all these decades.
As Congress general secretary Rahul Gandhi began his one-day tour of drought-hit areas of Maharashtra's Satara district Saturday, he became the third Gandhi after his late father and former prime minister Rajiv Gandhi and mother Sonia Gandhi to visit the region, though little has changed there in all these decades.
Jaffar Sharief, Dhawan for governor's posts? | ummid.com
Jaffar Sharief, Dhawan for governor's posts? | ummid.com
The Congress leadership is considering some senior leaders and retired officials for appointment as governors in view of Raj Bhavan vacancies in some states, party sources said Saturday.
The Congress leadership is considering some senior leaders and retired officials for appointment as governors in view of Raj Bhavan vacancies in some states, party sources said Saturday.
Bangaru Laxman sentenced to four years' jail | ummid.com
Bangaru Laxman sentenced to four years' jail | ummid.com
A Delhi court Saturday awarded four years' rigorous imprisonment to former Bharitya Janata Party (BJP) president Bangaru Laxman in a fake arms deal case. The court also slapped him with a fine of Rs.1 lakh.
A Delhi court Saturday awarded four years' rigorous imprisonment to former Bharitya Janata Party (BJP) president Bangaru Laxman in a fake arms deal case. The court also slapped him with a fine of Rs.1 lakh.
Friday, April 27, 2012
Kashmir's Barelvi, Ahle Hadith leaders deny sectarian tension | ummid.com
Kashmir's Barelvi, Ahle Hadith leaders deny sectarian tension | ummid.com
Amid talk of tension between Kashmir Valley's predominant Barelvi Muslims and the fast spreading Ahle Hadith school of thought, their leaders have dismissed it as "false propaganda" and say Kashmiris can ill afford sectarian strife after two decades of bloodbath.
Amid talk of tension between Kashmir Valley's predominant Barelvi Muslims and the fast spreading Ahle Hadith school of thought, their leaders have dismissed it as "false propaganda" and say Kashmiris can ill afford sectarian strife after two decades of bloodbath.
Polls in mind, Delhi decides to provide funds to Madarasas | ummid.com
Polls in mind, Delhi decides to provide funds to Madarasas | ummid.com
To reach out to minority votes ahead of the Delhi assembly elections in 2013, the Congress-led government Friday asked the state minority commission to facilitate the registration of eligible Madrasas which could be provided financial assistance for imparting "purposeful" education.
To reach out to minority votes ahead of the Delhi assembly elections in 2013, the Congress-led government Friday asked the state minority commission to facilitate the registration of eligible Madrasas which could be provided financial assistance for imparting "purposeful" education.
Migrants introduced farming in Europe 5,000 years ago: Study | ummid.com
Migrants introduced farming in Europe 5,000 years ago: Study | ummid.com
Migrants from the Mediterranean region brought agriculture to northern Europe some 5,000 years ago when its original inhabitants were nomadic hunter-gatherers living off plants and animals, says a new research.
Migrants from the Mediterranean region brought agriculture to northern Europe some 5,000 years ago when its original inhabitants were nomadic hunter-gatherers living off plants and animals, says a new research.
Church activists protest Moscow gay film fest | ummid.com
Church activists protest Moscow gay film fest | ummid.com
Activists from two fundamentalist Russian Orthodox organisations Friday protested before the opening ceremony of an international gay and lesbian film festival in Moscow.
Activists from two fundamentalist Russian Orthodox organisations Friday protested before the opening ceremony of an international gay and lesbian film festival in Moscow.
India's Dalveer Bhandari elected as World Court judge | ummid.com
India's Dalveer Bhandari elected as World Court judge | ummid.com
India's nominee, Justice Dalveer Bhandari, a sitting judge of the Supreme Court, has been elected to the International Court of Justice (ICJ), the first time an Indian has managed to get this key international post in over two decades.
India's nominee, Justice Dalveer Bhandari, a sitting judge of the Supreme Court, has been elected to the International Court of Justice (ICJ), the first time an Indian has managed to get this key international post in over two decades.
Mirwaiz Umer condemns efforts to trigger sectarian strife | ummid.com
Mirwaiz Umer condemns efforts to trigger sectarian strife | ummid.com
Mirwaiz Umer Farooq, chairman of the moderate Hurriyat group, Friday said his group would oppose and expose religious institutions being supported by the government to create sectarian strife among the Muslims in Kashmir.
Mirwaiz Umer Farooq, chairman of the moderate Hurriyat group, Friday said his group would oppose and expose religious institutions being supported by the government to create sectarian strife among the Muslims in Kashmir.
Under pressure, president forgoes post-retirement Pune home | ummid.com
Under pressure, president forgoes post-retirement Pune home | ummid.com
Amid a raging controversy, President Pratibha Patil Friday voiced "pain" at being portrayed as insensitive to war widows and and announced that she will forgo her post-retirement accommodation in Pune as "misgivings" continue to persist "despite clarifications" on allegations of land grabbing.
Amid a raging controversy, President Pratibha Patil Friday voiced "pain" at being portrayed as insensitive to war widows and and announced that she will forgo her post-retirement accommodation in Pune as "misgivings" continue to persist "despite clarifications" on allegations of land grabbing.
Resolve Kashmir issue peacefully: UN chief | ummid.com
Resolve Kashmir issue peacefully: UN chief | ummid.com
Welcoming efforts by India and Pakistan to improve their relations, UN Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon Friday pressed for a peaceful resolution of the Kashmir issue sans violence and violations of human rights.
Welcoming efforts by India and Pakistan to improve their relations, UN Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon Friday pressed for a peaceful resolution of the Kashmir issue sans violence and violations of human rights.
Punjab imports cattle semen to improve milch breeds | ummid.com
Punjab imports cattle semen to improve milch breeds | ummid.com
The Punjab government has imported "high quality semen" from Canada to improve cattle breeds in the state and ensure higher milk yield, a minister said here Friday.
The Punjab government has imported "high quality semen" from Canada to improve cattle breeds in the state and ensure higher milk yield, a minister said here Friday.
Rajya Sabha passes amended central institutions act | ummid.com
Rajya Sabha passes amended central institutions act | ummid.com
The Rajya Sabha Friday passed amendments to the Central Educational Institutions (Reservation in Admissions) Act, 2006, exempting some central institutions from implementing the other backward castes (OBC) quota.
The Rajya Sabha Friday passed amendments to the Central Educational Institutions (Reservation in Admissions) Act, 2006, exempting some central institutions from implementing the other backward castes (OBC) quota.
'Fake barriers, bureaucracy posing hurdles in Indo-Bangla ties' | ummid.com
'Fake barriers, bureaucracy posing hurdles in Indo-Bangla ties' | ummid.com
Man-made obstacles and bureaucratic hassles are major hurdles in fostering relations between India and Bangladesh leading to distrust, underdevelopment and non-execution of a range of bilateral issues, international experts said here Friday.
Man-made obstacles and bureaucratic hassles are major hurdles in fostering relations between India and Bangladesh leading to distrust, underdevelopment and non-execution of a range of bilateral issues, international experts said here Friday.
Complaints against BBC for showing sex, violence | ummid.com
Complaints against BBC for showing sex, violence | ummid.com
The BBC has been hit with a flood of complaints after a crime drama showed a prison guard sexually assaulting a man and explicit images of a man's throat being slit.
The BBC has been hit with a flood of complaints after a crime drama showed a prison guard sexually assaulting a man and explicit images of a man's throat being slit.
Chandigarh residents splurge on VIP car numbers | ummid.com
Chandigarh residents splurge on VIP car numbers | ummid.com
With one car owner spending Rs.10 lakh in May 2010 on the number plate of his Toyota Fortuner SUV (priced at Rs.20 lakhs), the numbers game in the union territory has literally been on a high.
With one car owner spending Rs.10 lakh in May 2010 on the number plate of his Toyota Fortuner SUV (priced at Rs.20 lakhs), the numbers game in the union territory has literally been on a high.
Be a global citizen, Ban Ki-moon tells India's youth | ummid.com
Be a global citizen, Ban Ki-moon tells India's youth | ummid.com
Visiting UN Secretary General Ban Ki-moon Friday called upon India's youth to "have a big dream" and to "look beyond your country" to become "a global citizen".
Visiting UN Secretary General Ban Ki-moon Friday called upon India's youth to "have a big dream" and to "look beyond your country" to become "a global citizen".
Peace in Kashmir is fake, says Geelani | ummid.com
Peace in Kashmir is fake, says Geelani | ummid.com
Jammu and Kashmir may be calm since last year after three summers of unrest, but separatist leader Syed Ali Shah Geelani insists that the peace is fake.
Jammu and Kashmir may be calm since last year after three summers of unrest, but separatist leader Syed Ali Shah Geelani insists that the peace is fake.
Trinamool warns against mixing politics with profession | ummid.com
Trinamool warns against mixing politics with profession | ummid.com
The Trinamool Congress-led West Bengal government Friday warned the employees of institutions providing essential services against indulging in politics at the cost of their work.
The Trinamool Congress-led West Bengal government Friday warned the employees of institutions providing essential services against indulging in politics at the cost of their work.
Tiwari must give blood sample for DNA test, rules court | ummid.com
Tiwari must give blood sample for DNA test, rules court | ummid.com
Setting aside a previous order, the Delhi High Court Friday said Congress leader N.D. Tiwari must give his blood sample for a DNA test to decide a paternity suit and can even be forced to do so if he refuses.
Setting aside a previous order, the Delhi High Court Friday said Congress leader N.D. Tiwari must give his blood sample for a DNA test to decide a paternity suit and can even be forced to do so if he refuses.
Why are Palestinians paying for Germany’s sins? | ummid.com
Why are Palestinians paying for Germany’s sins? | ummid.com
No matter who you are, no matter what greatness you’ve achieved in your life or what gifts you’ve given to the rest of humanity, if you criticize Israel, you must expect to become persona non grata.
No matter who you are, no matter what greatness you’ve achieved in your life or what gifts you’ve given to the rest of humanity, if you criticize Israel, you must expect to become persona non grata.
Now opposition guns for Chidambaram, Lok Sabha disrupted | ummid.com
Now opposition guns for Chidambaram, Lok Sabha disrupted | ummid.com
Opposition Lok Sabha MPs Friday demanded the resignation of Home Minister P. Chidambaram who is alleged to have helped his son get financial benefits in a telecom deal when he was the finance minister in 2006.
Opposition Lok Sabha MPs Friday demanded the resignation of Home Minister P. Chidambaram who is alleged to have helped his son get financial benefits in a telecom deal when he was the finance minister in 2006.
http://www.ummid.com/news/2012/April/27.04.2012/ban_ki_moon_at_jamia.htmBan Ki-moon conferred D.Litt at Jamia Millia; says elated to be in India | ummid.com
Ban Ki-moon conferred D.Litt at Jamia Millia; says elated to be in India | ummid.com
Visiting UN Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon was Friday conferred an honorary degree of doctor of letters at Jamia Millia Islamia here and told his audience that "when I am in India, I am at home".
Visiting UN Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon was Friday conferred an honorary degree of doctor of letters at Jamia Millia Islamia here and told his audience that "when I am in India, I am at home".
Former BJP president Bangaru Laxman convicted for taking bribe | ummid.com
Former BJP president Bangaru Laxman convicted for taking bribe | ummid.com
Former Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) president Bangaru Laxman was convicted by a Delhi court Friday for accepting a bribe from a fake arms dealer in a 10-year-old graft case.
Former Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) president Bangaru Laxman was convicted by a Delhi court Friday for accepting a bribe from a fake arms dealer in a 10-year-old graft case.
Thursday, April 26, 2012
Ahmedabad slum children to spread Gandhi's message in US | ummid.com
Ahmedabad slum children to spread Gandhi's message in US | ummid.com
Sixteen children from the slums of Ahmedabad in Gujarat, will tour the United States from May 6 to June 16 to spread Mahatma Gandhi's message of "Oneness" through a 90 minute dance-drama.
Sixteen children from the slums of Ahmedabad in Gujarat, will tour the United States from May 6 to June 16 to spread Mahatma Gandhi's message of "Oneness" through a 90 minute dance-drama.
Empowering rural women to fight for their rights | ummid.com
Empowering rural women to fight for their rights | ummid.com
Seema Saroj, a resident of Pratapgarh district in Uttar Pradesh, was denied payment under the rural jobs scheme for months. She then joined Nari Sangh, a women's group working for the rights of people, and took on the authorities to get her pending dues.
Seema Saroj, a resident of Pratapgarh district in Uttar Pradesh, was denied payment under the rural jobs scheme for months. She then joined Nari Sangh, a women's group working for the rights of people, and took on the authorities to get her pending dues.
This official doesn't want hiked dearness allowance! | ummid.com
This official doesn't want hiked dearness allowance! | ummid.com
How often do you find a government employee who doesn't want a hike in dearness allowance (DA)? But Kolkata resident Hiralal Burman is an exception - he refuses to accept his increased allowance to protest the poor DA hike for workers under the 100-day rural jobs scheme.
How often do you find a government employee who doesn't want a hike in dearness allowance (DA)? But Kolkata resident Hiralal Burman is an exception - he refuses to accept his increased allowance to protest the poor DA hike for workers under the 100-day rural jobs scheme.
US House passes cybersecurity bill | ummid.com
US House passes cybersecurity bill | ummid.com
US House of Representatives Thursday approved a controversial cybersecurity legislation, which will make it easier for companies to share information with the government about threats their networks face.
US House of Representatives Thursday approved a controversial cybersecurity legislation, which will make it easier for companies to share information with the government about threats their networks face.
Daily aspirin cuts bowel cancer death risk | ummid.com
Daily aspirin cuts bowel cancer death risk | ummid.com
People suffering from bowel cancer who take aspirin daily could cut their chance of dying from the disease by about one-third, a decade-long study has said.
People suffering from bowel cancer who take aspirin daily could cut their chance of dying from the disease by about one-third, a decade-long study has said.
Allahabad University students clash with police, torch vehicles | ummid.com
Allahabad University students clash with police, torch vehicles | ummid.com
Protesting the order to vacate hostels, students of the Allahabad University Thursday fought pitched battles with police as they torched a police vehicle and two state transport buses as well damaging varsity property. Several students were injured in the clashes and taken to nearby medical facilities.
Protesting the order to vacate hostels, students of the Allahabad University Thursday fought pitched battles with police as they torched a police vehicle and two state transport buses as well damaging varsity property. Several students were injured in the clashes and taken to nearby medical facilities.
Rajasthan court summons Shah Rukh for smoking in public | ummid.com
Rajasthan court summons Shah Rukh for smoking in public | ummid.com
A court here Thursday summoned Bollywood actor Shahrukh Khan to appear before it May 26 in connection with a complaint against him for publicly smoking at the Sawai Man Singh Stadium during an Indian Premier League (IPL) match, a lawyer said.
A court here Thursday summoned Bollywood actor Shahrukh Khan to appear before it May 26 in connection with a complaint against him for publicly smoking at the Sawai Man Singh Stadium during an Indian Premier League (IPL) match, a lawyer said.
Parents fume over turban curbs in Shimla school | ummid.com
Parents fume over turban curbs in Shimla school | ummid.com
Vice President M. Hamid Ansari’s alma mater St. Edward’s School here has refused to allow Sikh students to wear full-sized turban, parents alleged Thursday. They were told to wear “patka” or “under-turban” only. The school denied imposing any restrictions.
Vice President M. Hamid Ansari’s alma mater St. Edward’s School here has refused to allow Sikh students to wear full-sized turban, parents alleged Thursday. They were told to wear “patka” or “under-turban” only. The school denied imposing any restrictions.
Journalists must know their limits: Apex court | ummid.com
Journalists must know their limits: Apex court | ummid.com
The Supreme Court Thursday said it wanted journalists to know their limits in reporting court proceedings even as the central government favoured framing of guidelines for the media, claiming that the right to freedom of speech and expression was for the benefit of people and not the press.
The Supreme Court Thursday said it wanted journalists to know their limits in reporting court proceedings even as the central government favoured framing of guidelines for the media, claiming that the right to freedom of speech and expression was for the benefit of people and not the press.
Journalists must know their limits: Apex court | ummid.com
Journalists must know their limits: Apex court | ummid.com
The Supreme Court Thursday said it wanted journalists to know their limits in reporting court proceedings even as the central government favoured framing of guidelines for the media, claiming that the right to freedom of speech and expression was for the benefit of people and not the press.
The Supreme Court Thursday said it wanted journalists to know their limits in reporting court proceedings even as the central government favoured framing of guidelines for the media, claiming that the right to freedom of speech and expression was for the benefit of people and not the press.
President approves nomination of Sachin, Rekha to Rajya Sabha | ummid.com
President approves nomination of Sachin, Rekha to Rajya Sabha | ummid.com
President Pratibha Patil Thursday approved the nominations of master blaster Sachin Tendulkar, yesteryears Bollywood actress Rekha and businesswoman and social worker Anu Aga to the Rajya Sabha.
President Pratibha Patil Thursday approved the nominations of master blaster Sachin Tendulkar, yesteryears Bollywood actress Rekha and businesswoman and social worker Anu Aga to the Rajya Sabha.
President approves nomination of Sachin, Rekha to Rajya Sabha | ummid.com
President approves nomination of Sachin, Rekha to Rajya Sabha | ummid.com
President Pratibha Patil Thursday approved the nominations of master blaster Sachin Tendulkar, yesteryears Bollywood actress Rekha and businesswoman and social worker Anu Aga to the Rajya Sabha.
President Pratibha Patil Thursday approved the nominations of master blaster Sachin Tendulkar, yesteryears Bollywood actress Rekha and businesswoman and social worker Anu Aga to the Rajya Sabha.
Aliah University VC, officials confined in office overnight | ummid.com
Aliah University VC, officials confined in office overnight | ummid.com
The vice-chancellor of the Aliah University and other officials had to spend the whole of Wednesday night confined in an office of the university's Salt lake campus as hundreds of students demanding upgradation of the existing infrastructure forcibly prevented their exit.
The vice-chancellor of the Aliah University and other officials had to spend the whole of Wednesday night confined in an office of the university's Salt lake campus as hundreds of students demanding upgradation of the existing infrastructure forcibly prevented their exit.
Aliah University VC, officials confined in office overnight | ummid.com
Aliah University VC, officials confined in office overnight | ummid.com
The vice-chancellor of the Aliah University and other officials had to spend the whole of Wednesday night confined in an office of the university's Salt lake campus as hundreds of students demanding upgradation of the existing infrastructure forcibly prevented their exit.
The vice-chancellor of the Aliah University and other officials had to spend the whole of Wednesday night confined in an office of the university's Salt lake campus as hundreds of students demanding upgradation of the existing infrastructure forcibly prevented their exit.
Pistachios help growth of beneficial gut bugs | ummid.com
Pistachios help growth of beneficial gut bugs | ummid.com
Eating pistachio nuts may help the growth of potentially beneficial gut bugs and promote digestive health, says a new study.
Eating pistachio nuts may help the growth of potentially beneficial gut bugs and promote digestive health, says a new study.
Patna team to represent India at global tech competition in Sydney | ummid.com
Patna team to represent India at global tech competition in Sydney | ummid.com
A team from Patna's Birla Institute of Technology has won the right to represent India at the worldwide finals of a tech competition in Sydney with its solution for enhancing the learning abilities of school students suffering from dyslexia.
A team from Patna's Birla Institute of Technology has won the right to represent India at the worldwide finals of a tech competition in Sydney with its solution for enhancing the learning abilities of school students suffering from dyslexia.
Seven students to represent India at US science fair | ummid.com
Seven students to represent India at US science fair | ummid.com
Seven school students from across the country who excelled in a national science project will go to the US to compete with more than 1,600 others from over 60 countries at a global fair, officials said Thursday.
Seven school students from across the country who excelled in a national science project will go to the US to compete with more than 1,600 others from over 60 countries at a global fair, officials said Thursday.
Newspaper offices bombed in Nigeria, 37 dead | ummid.com
Newspaper offices bombed in Nigeria, 37 dead | ummid.com
At least 37 people were killed and 100 others injured Thursday when a powerful explosion hit the office of Thisday daily, a leading Nigerian national newspaper, in the capital city Abuja. A second office was bombed in Kaduna state.
At least 37 people were killed and 100 others injured Thursday when a powerful explosion hit the office of Thisday daily, a leading Nigerian national newspaper, in the capital city Abuja. A second office was bombed in Kaduna state.
Tendulkar meets Sonia amid possibility of Rajya Sabha nomination | ummid.com
Tendulkar meets Sonia amid possibility of Rajya Sabha nomination | ummid.com
Batting maestro Sachin Tendulkar met Congress president Sonia Gandhi Thursday amid speculation in party circles that he would be nominated to the Rajya Sabha.
Batting maestro Sachin Tendulkar met Congress president Sonia Gandhi Thursday amid speculation in party circles that he would be nominated to the Rajya Sabha.
Murdoch admits cover-up at News of the World | ummid.com
Murdoch admits cover-up at News of the World | ummid.com
Media mogul Rupert Murdoch has admitted that "a clever lawyer" at the now-defunct News of the World was involved in a "cover-up" over the phone hacking scandal, the Telegraph reported Thursday.
Media mogul Rupert Murdoch has admitted that "a clever lawyer" at the now-defunct News of the World was involved in a "cover-up" over the phone hacking scandal, the Telegraph reported Thursday.
IITs, IIMs to help MSMEs improve managerial skills | ummid.com
IITs, IIMs to help MSMEs improve managerial skills | ummid.com
The National Manufacturing Competitiveness Council (NMCC) is working on a mechanism that would enable experts from top educational institutes to help micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs) improve their managerial skills and unleash innovations.
The National Manufacturing Competitiveness Council (NMCC) is working on a mechanism that would enable experts from top educational institutes to help micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs) improve their managerial skills and unleash innovations.
Bofors saga: a new twist and a story retold | ummid.com
Bofors saga: a new twist and a story retold | ummid.com
A callow prime minister, a global superstar, shadowy international arms dealers, crafty middlemen and nosy journalists were the dramatis personae of a real life political thriller that played out in New Delhi, Stockholm, London and New York over a quarter century ago.
A callow prime minister, a global superstar, shadowy international arms dealers, crafty middlemen and nosy journalists were the dramatis personae of a real life political thriller that played out in New Delhi, Stockholm, London and New York over a quarter century ago.
Bofors storm rocks parliament, fresh probe demanded | ummid.com
Bofors storm rocks parliament, fresh probe demanded | ummid.com
Almost a quarter century after it surfaced, the Bofors payoff scandal created a storm again Thursday disrupting parliament, as the opposition vociferously demanded a fresh probe into the deal that has long haunted the Congress.
Almost a quarter century after it surfaced, the Bofors payoff scandal created a storm again Thursday disrupting parliament, as the opposition vociferously demanded a fresh probe into the deal that has long haunted the Congress.
Gilani convicted, opposition demands his ouster | ummid.com
Gilani convicted, opposition demands his ouster | ummid.com
Prime Minister Yousuf Raza Gilani was Thursday convicted for contempt of court and awarded a symbolic sentence of about 30 seconds by the Supreme Court, prompting shrill calls from the opposition for his ouster.
Prime Minister Yousuf Raza Gilani was Thursday convicted for contempt of court and awarded a symbolic sentence of about 30 seconds by the Supreme Court, prompting shrill calls from the opposition for his ouster.
'B' for bomb, 'ch' for chaku...in UP school books | ummid.com
'B' for bomb, 'ch' for chaku...in UP school books | ummid.com
Upside down pictures of India's national flag, chapters to teach the Hindi alphabet that say 'b' for 'bomb' and 'ch' for 'chaku' (knife)...These glaring anomalies have surfaced in two textbooks used in some Uttar Pradesh schools.
Upside down pictures of India's national flag, chapters to teach the Hindi alphabet that say 'b' for 'bomb' and 'ch' for 'chaku' (knife)...These glaring anomalies have surfaced in two textbooks used in some Uttar Pradesh schools.
India's second moon mission Chandrayaan-2 to wait | ummid.com
India's second moon mission Chandrayaan-2 to wait | ummid.com
India's second Moon mission Chandrayaan-2, slated for 2014, will have to wait till the country's space agency flies two of its heavy rocket - Geosynchronous Satellite Launch Vehicle (GSLV) - successfully, a top official said Thursday.
India's second Moon mission Chandrayaan-2, slated for 2014, will have to wait till the country's space agency flies two of its heavy rocket - Geosynchronous Satellite Launch Vehicle (GSLV) - successfully, a top official said Thursday.
Hafeez Contractor plans Dubai-like 'New Patna' on Ganges | ummid.com
Hafeez Contractor plans Dubai-like 'New Patna' on Ganges | ummid.com
Hafeez Contractor, one of India's best known architects, plans to develop a world city alongside the river Ganges here - on the lines of Dubai - that will boast of eco-friendly buildings and water sports facilities, officials here say.
Hafeez Contractor, one of India's best known architects, plans to develop a world city alongside the river Ganges here - on the lines of Dubai - that will boast of eco-friendly buildings and water sports facilities, officials here say.
Chinese automaker to develop electric car with US partner | ummid.com
Chinese automaker to develop electric car with US partner | ummid.com
One of China's major privately owned automakers, Great Wall Motors, will work with a US company to develop electric vehicles.
One of China's major privately owned automakers, Great Wall Motors, will work with a US company to develop electric vehicles.
Huge Indian investments create jobs in US: Survey | ummid.com
Huge Indian investments create jobs in US: Survey | ummid.com
Indian companies operating in 40 American states have invested over $820 million in manufacturing facilities in the US, creating thousands of jobs, according to the 2012 India Business Forum (IBF) survey.
Indian companies operating in 40 American states have invested over $820 million in manufacturing facilities in the US, creating thousands of jobs, according to the 2012 India Business Forum (IBF) survey.
An 'untouchable' sarpanch, she touches many lives | ummid.com
An 'untouchable' sarpanch, she touches many lives | ummid.com
She was born into a community once considered untouchable in the Indian caste hierarchy and was married off at the age of nine. But 55-year-old Babai Sathe, now a village head, has touched the lives of hundreds of people in Maharashtra.
She was born into a community once considered untouchable in the Indian caste hierarchy and was married off at the age of nine. But 55-year-old Babai Sathe, now a village head, has touched the lives of hundreds of people in Maharashtra.
Wednesday, April 25, 2012
Maoists release Odisha legislator Hikaka | ummid.com
Maoists release Odisha legislator Hikaka | ummid.com
Maoists Thursday released Odisha legislator Jhina Hikaka in the state's Koraput district after holding him in captivity for more than a month, sources said.
Maoists Thursday released Odisha legislator Jhina Hikaka in the state's Koraput district after holding him in captivity for more than a month, sources said.
Contempt case: SC to decide Gilani's fate today | ummid.com
Contempt case: SC to decide Gilani's fate today | ummid.com
It Is judgment day for Pakistan Prime Minister Yousuf Raza Gilani Thursday with the Supreme Court expected to give its verdict in a contempt of court against him.
It Is judgment day for Pakistan Prime Minister Yousuf Raza Gilani Thursday with the Supreme Court expected to give its verdict in a contempt of court against him.
Activists blame government, police for Hyderabad riots | ummid.com
Activists blame government, police for Hyderabad riots | ummid.com
Activists belonging to the Civil Liberties Monitoring Committee in a fact finding report blamed the state government and the police for the riots that spread in Hyderabad in second week of April. They also accused Hindutva brigade of provocation and instigating violence.
Activists belonging to the Civil Liberties Monitoring Committee in a fact finding report blamed the state government and the police for the riots that spread in Hyderabad in second week of April. They also accused Hindutva brigade of provocation and instigating violence.
Asteroids hit earth more frequently than thought | ummid.com
Asteroids hit earth more frequently than thought | ummid.com
Giant asteroids, similar or larger than the one believed to have killed the dinosaurs, hit Earth billions of years ago with more frequency than previously thought, US space agency NASA said Wednesday.
Giant asteroids, similar or larger than the one believed to have killed the dinosaurs, hit Earth billions of years ago with more frequency than previously thought, US space agency NASA said Wednesday.
Risat-1 launch successful, India hurled into a select group of nations | ummid.com
Risat-1 launch successful, India hurled into a select group of nations | ummid.com
On an early Thursday morning, an Indian rocket successfully launched into orbit a microwave Radar Imaging Satellite (Risat-1) from the spaceport here in Andhra Pradesh, some 80 km from Chennai. With the launch of Risat-1, India has now joined a select group of nations having such a technology.
On an early Thursday morning, an Indian rocket successfully launched into orbit a microwave Radar Imaging Satellite (Risat-1) from the spaceport here in Andhra Pradesh, some 80 km from Chennai. With the launch of Risat-1, India has now joined a select group of nations having such a technology.
CBSE gears up for all-India engineering entrance test | ummid.com
CBSE gears up for all-India engineering entrance test | ummid.com
The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has completed preparations for this year's All India Engineering Entrance Examination (AIEEE).
The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has completed preparations for this year's All India Engineering Entrance Examination (AIEEE).
60 years of India's Parliament to be observed May 13 | ummid.com
60 years of India's Parliament to be observed May 13 | ummid.com
The Indian Parliament will celebrate its 60th anniversary May 13, Parliamentary Affairs Minister Pawan Kumar Bansal said Wednesday.
The Indian Parliament will celebrate its 60th anniversary May 13, Parliamentary Affairs Minister Pawan Kumar Bansal said Wednesday.
'One MP per 27,000 people in Finland' | ummid.com
'One MP per 27,000 people in Finland' | ummid.com
There is one parliamentarian per 27,000 people in Finland which enables an MP to know a majority of his voters, speaker of the European country's parliament Eero Olavi Heinaluoma said here Wednesday.
There is one parliamentarian per 27,000 people in Finland which enables an MP to know a majority of his voters, speaker of the European country's parliament Eero Olavi Heinaluoma said here Wednesday.
With reforms under stress, India stares at ratings cut | ummid.com
With reforms under stress, India stares at ratings cut | ummid.com
In a firm warning that all is not well with the Indian economy, the country's outlook was lowered Wednesday to negative from stable by Standard and Poors' with the caveat that its credit rating may also be downgraded.
In a firm warning that all is not well with the Indian economy, the country's outlook was lowered Wednesday to negative from stable by Standard and Poors' with the caveat that its credit rating may also be downgraded.
All India Muslim Educational Society conference from May 5 in Jaipur | ummid.com
All India Muslim Educational Society conference from May 5 in Jaipur | ummid.com
The Pink City, is hosting a two-day ninth All India Muslim Conference on Education on May 5 and 6 at Birla Auditorium. It will be ninth conference organized by All India Muslim Educational Society.
The Pink City, is hosting a two-day ninth All India Muslim Conference on Education on May 5 and 6 at Birla Auditorium. It will be ninth conference organized by All India Muslim Educational Society.
Trinamool leader flung jug at me, says Bengal professor | ummid.com
Trinamool leader flung jug at me, says Bengal professor | ummid.com
A woman college professor's allegation that a former Trinamool Congress legislator flung a jug full of water at her following an altercation over teachers' association elections in West Bengal has created a flutter here.
A woman college professor's allegation that a former Trinamool Congress legislator flung a jug full of water at her following an altercation over teachers' association elections in West Bengal has created a flutter here.
Plea against special exam to recruit cops dismissed | ummid.com
Plea against special exam to recruit cops dismissed | ummid.com
The Delhi High Court Wednesday dismissed an NGO's petition challenging the government's decision to recruit an additional 1,400 Indian Police Service (IPS) officers through a special examination and refused to interfere with a policy decision.
The Delhi High Court Wednesday dismissed an NGO's petition challenging the government's decision to recruit an additional 1,400 Indian Police Service (IPS) officers through a special examination and refused to interfere with a policy decision.
‘Homes For All’ gathers dust in Maharashtra | ummid.com
‘Homes For All’ gathers dust in Maharashtra | ummid.com
An ambitious plan to construct 500,000 affordable homes in Mumbai, Thane and Raigad districts of Maharashtra is gathering dust due to “inaction and policy paralysis” on the part of the state government, a top realtors’ body alleged here Wednesday.
An ambitious plan to construct 500,000 affordable homes in Mumbai, Thane and Raigad districts of Maharashtra is gathering dust due to “inaction and policy paralysis” on the part of the state government, a top realtors’ body alleged here Wednesday.
Chronology: Bofors graft row over last 25 years | ummid.com
Chronology: Bofors graft row over last 25 years | ummid.com
The following is a chronology of events since the 1986 Bofors howitzer payoff scandal - one of the major corruption scandals in India in which then prime minister Rajiv Gandhi and many others were accused of receiving kickbacks from the Swedish gun manufacturer.
The following is a chronology of events since the 1986 Bofors howitzer payoff scandal - one of the major corruption scandals in India in which then prime minister Rajiv Gandhi and many others were accused of receiving kickbacks from the Swedish gun manufacturer.
Antony seeks report on pay-off in Italian chopper deal | ummid.com
Antony seeks report on pay-off in Italian chopper deal | ummid.com
Defence Minister A.K. Antony Wednesday called for a fresh report from the Indian embassy in Rome on alleged malpractice in the Indian procurement of 12 helicopters for VVIP transport worth Rs.3,546 crore ($788 million).
Defence Minister A.K. Antony Wednesday called for a fresh report from the Indian embassy in Rome on alleged malpractice in the Indian procurement of 12 helicopters for VVIP transport worth Rs.3,546 crore ($788 million).
BJP, Left want government's explanation on Bofors revelations | ummid.com
BJP, Left want government's explanation on Bofors revelations | ummid.com
The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and the Left Wednesday demanded an explanation from the government on former Swedish police chief Sten Lindstrom's revelations on the Bofors payoff scandal, including the safe passage to main accused Ottavio Quattrochchi.
The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and the Left Wednesday demanded an explanation from the government on former Swedish police chief Sten Lindstrom's revelations on the Bofors payoff scandal, including the safe passage to main accused Ottavio Quattrochchi.
Bofors resurrected, Congress on mat over Quattrochchi again | ummid.com
Bofors resurrected, Congress on mat over Quattrochchi again | ummid.com
The Bofors ghost returned to haunt the Congress Wednesday with former Swedish police chief Sten Lindstrom giving a clean chit to the late Rajiv Gandhi in the payoff scandal but also saying that he just "watched the massive cover-up" and the guilty, Italian Ottavio Quattrochchi, got away.
The Bofors ghost returned to haunt the Congress Wednesday with former Swedish police chief Sten Lindstrom giving a clean chit to the late Rajiv Gandhi in the payoff scandal but also saying that he just "watched the massive cover-up" and the guilty, Italian Ottavio Quattrochchi, got away.
'India should have single engineering entrance exam' | ummid.com
'India should have single engineering entrance exam' | ummid.com
With reforms in the IIT entrance tests being mulled, the founder of the prestigious Super 30 coaching institute, Anand Kumar, has suggested a single entrance exam for all engineering colleges in the country.
With reforms in the IIT entrance tests being mulled, the founder of the prestigious Super 30 coaching institute, Anand Kumar, has suggested a single entrance exam for all engineering colleges in the country.
After five-state sweep, Romney readies to battle Obama | ummid.com
After five-state sweep, Romney readies to battle Obama | ummid.com
Sweeping five Republican primaries to effectively clinch the Republican nomination, Mitt Romney prepared to challenge President Barack Obama in the November general election.
Sweeping five Republican primaries to effectively clinch the Republican nomination, Mitt Romney prepared to challenge President Barack Obama in the November general election.
India, Pakistan to sign 'liberalised' visa agreement | ummid.com
India, Pakistan to sign 'liberalised' visa agreement | ummid.com
Seeking closer ties through a sustained talks process and a step by step approach to solve outstanding issues, India and Pakistan are likely to sign a "liberalised visa agreement" when their home secretaries meet in Islamabad next month, External Affairs Minister S.M. Krishna said Wednesday.
Seeking closer ties through a sustained talks process and a step by step approach to solve outstanding issues, India and Pakistan are likely to sign a "liberalised visa agreement" when their home secretaries meet in Islamabad next month, External Affairs Minister S.M. Krishna said Wednesday.
30mn Indian school children have no access to toilets | ummid.com
30mn Indian school children have no access to toilets | ummid.com
Nearly 30 million school children in the country still have no access to toilets, even as schools have made significant progress in providing the facility in recent years, a study by UNICEF's Water, Sanitation, Hygiene (WASH) programme revealed Wednesday.
Nearly 30 million school children in the country still have no access to toilets, even as schools have made significant progress in providing the facility in recent years, a study by UNICEF's Water, Sanitation, Hygiene (WASH) programme revealed Wednesday.
Talk therapy for India's depressed | ummid.com
Talk therapy for India's depressed | ummid.com
It is early morning, and inside a single-storey building's basement, a man picks up one of four ringing telephones. He asks the caller in a deep baritone: "But what went wrong?" and steers the person towards an hour-long conversation.
It is early morning, and inside a single-storey building's basement, a man picks up one of four ringing telephones. He asks the caller in a deep baritone: "But what went wrong?" and steers the person towards an hour-long conversation.
Tuesday, April 24, 2012
Now, Pakistan tests nuclear-capable missile | ummid.com
Now, Pakistan tests nuclear-capable missile | ummid.com
Pakistan Wednesday successfully test-fired a nuclear-capable missile, less than a week after India tested a 5,000 km range missile that can reach deep inside China.
Pakistan Wednesday successfully test-fired a nuclear-capable missile, less than a week after India tested a 5,000 km range missile that can reach deep inside China.
US helping India to establish community colleges | ummid.com
US helping India to establish community colleges | ummid.com
The United States is working with India to flesh out an initiative to set up hundreds of community colleges in India on the American pattern, according to state department spokesperson Victoria Nuland.
The United States is working with India to flesh out an initiative to set up hundreds of community colleges in India on the American pattern, according to state department spokesperson Victoria Nuland.
Maoists to release Odisha legislator Thursday, says lawyer | ummid.com
Maoists to release Odisha legislator Thursday, says lawyer | ummid.com
Maoists have decided to release Odisha legislator Jhina Hikaka Thursday after he promised to resign from the assembly if the rebels' demands were not fulfilled, a lawyer said Wednesday.
Maoists have decided to release Odisha legislator Jhina Hikaka Thursday after he promised to resign from the assembly if the rebels' demands were not fulfilled, a lawyer said Wednesday.
Now, your vintage typewriters can look modern | ummid.com
Now, your vintage typewriters can look modern | ummid.com
Nearly obsolete typewriters can now be upgraded into modern-day equipment by including a USB portal which will enable the clatter-making machines to be used on a computer, laptop or tablet, including an iPad.
Nearly obsolete typewriters can now be upgraded into modern-day equipment by including a USB portal which will enable the clatter-making machines to be used on a computer, laptop or tablet, including an iPad.
Now, your vintage typewriters can look modern | ummid.com
Now, your vintage typewriters can look modern | ummid.com
Nearly obsolete typewriters can now be upgraded into modern-day equipment by including a USB portal which will enable the clatter-making machines to be used on a computer, laptop or tablet, including an iPad.
Nearly obsolete typewriters can now be upgraded into modern-day equipment by including a USB portal which will enable the clatter-making machines to be used on a computer, laptop or tablet, including an iPad.
Solar plane to make first cross-continent flight | ummid.com
Solar plane to make first cross-continent flight | ummid.com
The world's largest solar-powered plane, Swiss-made Solar Impulse, will take its first-ever cross-continent flight in May or June.
The world's largest solar-powered plane, Swiss-made Solar Impulse, will take its first-ever cross-continent flight in May or June.
Scientists find why we just can't say no | ummid.com
Scientists find why we just can't say no | ummid.com
US Scientists claim to have made a major breakthrough in understanding the brain's reward centre which could explain why many people find it literally impossible to resist temptation, be it food or sex.
US Scientists claim to have made a major breakthrough in understanding the brain's reward centre which could explain why many people find it literally impossible to resist temptation, be it food or sex.
Now a 7-inch tablet for Rs.5,399! | ummid.com
Now a 7-inch tablet for Rs.5,399! | ummid.com
Giving competition to the government's Aakash tablet, Telmoco Development Labs Pvt. has come out with a Tablet PC - Attitude Daksha - a 7-inch tablet variant for Rs.5,399 inclusive of all taxes.
Giving competition to the government's Aakash tablet, Telmoco Development Labs Pvt. has come out with a Tablet PC - Attitude Daksha - a 7-inch tablet variant for Rs.5,399 inclusive of all taxes.
Muslims in Europe face discrimination, says Amnesty report | ummid.com
Muslims in Europe face discrimination, says Amnesty report | ummid.com
Amnesty International says in a new report that Muslims in several European countries face discrimination in hiring and daily life because of rules targeting their customs.
Amnesty International says in a new report that Muslims in several European countries face discrimination in hiring and daily life because of rules targeting their customs.
Medicines rushed for abducted Menon amid uncertainty over talks | ummid.com
Medicines rushed for abducted Menon amid uncertainty over talks | ummid.com
Emergency medicines were rushed Tuesday for abducted Sukma district collector Alex Paul Menon, who is being held by Maoists in Chhattisgarh for the past three days, even as uncertainty prevailed over talks for his release.
Emergency medicines were rushed Tuesday for abducted Sukma district collector Alex Paul Menon, who is being held by Maoists in Chhattisgarh for the past three days, even as uncertainty prevailed over talks for his release.
US judge busted after sexting picture to colleague | ummid.com
US judge busted after sexting picture to colleague | ummid.com
A judge in the US has been busted for sending a nearly nude picture of himself to a married woman court official. He has also defiantly admitted sending the same picture to a string of other women.
A judge in the US has been busted for sending a nearly nude picture of himself to a married woman court official. He has also defiantly admitted sending the same picture to a string of other women.
Accused of cheating MBA student hangs herself | ummid.com
Accused of cheating MBA student hangs herself | ummid.com
A MBA student Tuesday committed suicide by hanging herself in her hostel room in the Amity University Pachgaon here after a teacher accused her of cheating and tore her exam paper, police said.
A MBA student Tuesday committed suicide by hanging herself in her hostel room in the Amity University Pachgaon here after a teacher accused her of cheating and tore her exam paper, police said.
Accused of cheating MBA student hangs herself | ummid.com
Accused of cheating MBA student hangs herself | ummid.com
A MBA student Tuesday committed suicide by hanging herself in her hostel room in the Amity University Pachgaon here after a teacher accused her of cheating and tore her exam paper, police said.
A MBA student Tuesday committed suicide by hanging herself in her hostel room in the Amity University Pachgaon here after a teacher accused her of cheating and tore her exam paper, police said.
Reshuffle in the air as Congress ministers offer to quit | ummid.com
Reshuffle in the air as Congress ministers offer to quit | ummid.com
Amid speculation of a rejig in both the party and the United Progressive Alliance government in order to gear up for the 2014 political battle, five Congress ministers have reportedly offered to quit to strengthen the party.
Amid speculation of a rejig in both the party and the United Progressive Alliance government in order to gear up for the 2014 political battle, five Congress ministers have reportedly offered to quit to strengthen the party.
Government to deregulate diesel prices | ummid.com
Government to deregulate diesel prices | ummid.com
The government has "in-principle" agreed to deregulate diesel prices, but there is no such proposal for cooking gas, Minister of State for Finance Namo Narain Meena said Tuesday.
The government has "in-principle" agreed to deregulate diesel prices, but there is no such proposal for cooking gas, Minister of State for Finance Namo Narain Meena said Tuesday.
Government to deregulate diesel prices | ummid.com
Government to deregulate diesel prices | ummid.com
The government has "in-principle" agreed to deregulate diesel prices, but there is no such proposal for cooking gas, Minister of State for Finance Namo Narain Meena said Tuesday.
The government has "in-principle" agreed to deregulate diesel prices, but there is no such proposal for cooking gas, Minister of State for Finance Namo Narain Meena said Tuesday.
India has spent Rs.55.22 crores on athletes for 2012 Olympics | ummid.com
India has spent Rs.55.22 crores on athletes for 2012 Olympics | ummid.com
The sports ministry said Tuesday that it has spent Rs.55.22 crore so far on the 46 medal prospects for this year's London Olympics.
The sports ministry said Tuesday that it has spent Rs.55.22 crore so far on the 46 medal prospects for this year's London Olympics.
India has spent Rs.55.22 crores on athletes for 2012 Olympics | ummid.com
India has spent Rs.55.22 crores on athletes for 2012 Olympics | ummid.com
The sports ministry said Tuesday that it has spent Rs.55.22 crore so far on the 46 medal prospects for this year's London Olympics.
The sports ministry said Tuesday that it has spent Rs.55.22 crore so far on the 46 medal prospects for this year's London Olympics.
A woman emerges kingmaker in France | ummid.com
A woman emerges kingmaker in France | ummid.com
Marine Le Pen, who stood third in the first round of the presidential polls in France, is spoilt for choice as she gets to decide who will live in the Palais de l'Élysee, the French president's official residence.
Marine Le Pen, who stood third in the first round of the presidential polls in France, is spoilt for choice as she gets to decide who will live in the Palais de l'Élysee, the French president's official residence.
200 ancient forts found in Chinese mountains | ummid.com
200 ancient forts found in Chinese mountains | ummid.com
In a discovery that has baffled Chinese archaeologists, more than 200 ancient fortresses have been found in a mountainous region in the northern part of the country.
In a discovery that has baffled Chinese archaeologists, more than 200 ancient fortresses have been found in a mountainous region in the northern part of the country.
Outrage in Rajya Sabha over fairness cream for private parts | ummid.com
Outrage in Rajya Sabha over fairness cream for private parts | ummid.com
An advertisement for a fairness cream for women's private parts sparked outrage in the Rajya Sabha Tuesday with a CPI-M member raising the issue and the presiding officer saying that the government should take note of her contention.
An advertisement for a fairness cream for women's private parts sparked outrage in the Rajya Sabha Tuesday with a CPI-M member raising the issue and the presiding officer saying that the government should take note of her contention.
Corporate culture makes Google tick | ummid.com
Corporate culture makes Google tick | ummid.com
Google happens to be one of the world's most innovative companies thanks to its corporate culture and out-of-the-box thinking, a researcher says.
Google happens to be one of the world's most innovative companies thanks to its corporate culture and out-of-the-box thinking, a researcher says.
NRI children back home from Norway | ummid.com
NRI children back home from Norway | ummid.com
The two Non-Resident Indian (NRI) children in Norway who were taken into the custody by that country's Child Welfare Services on grounds of alleged negligence by their parents, returned to India Tuesday.
The two Non-Resident Indian (NRI) children in Norway who were taken into the custody by that country's Child Welfare Services on grounds of alleged negligence by their parents, returned to India Tuesday.
Congress moves to suspend eight MPs from Lok Sabha | ummid.com
Congress moves to suspend eight MPs from Lok Sabha | ummid.com
In an unprecedented move, the Lok Sabha Tuesday suspended eight Congress MPs from the Telangana region after the party itself moved a motion against them for causing repeated disruptions in the house over the issue of separate statehood to the region. The suspension is for four days.
In an unprecedented move, the Lok Sabha Tuesday suspended eight Congress MPs from the Telangana region after the party itself moved a motion against them for causing repeated disruptions in the house over the issue of separate statehood to the region. The suspension is for four days.
Presidential polls: Suggestions continue, parties keep mum | ummid.com
Presidential polls: Suggestions continue, parties keep mum | ummid.com
The churning continues for the presidential polls with various political leaders suggesting candidates even as their parties seek to gauge the mood and keep their cards to themselves.
The churning continues for the presidential polls with various political leaders suggesting candidates even as their parties seek to gauge the mood and keep their cards to themselves.
Rajya Sabha takes up bill to include disabled in RTE | ummid.com
Rajya Sabha takes up bill to include disabled in RTE | ummid.com
A bill to include children with disabilities in the ambit of the Right to Education (RTE) was taken up by the Rajya Sabha Tuesday.
A bill to include children with disabilities in the ambit of the Right to Education (RTE) was taken up by the Rajya Sabha Tuesday.
RJD pitches for Hamid Ansari as president | ummid.com
RJD pitches for Hamid Ansari as president | ummid.com
Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) chief Lalu Prasad Tuesday pitched for Vice President Hamid Ansari for the post of Indian president.
Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) chief Lalu Prasad Tuesday pitched for Vice President Hamid Ansari for the post of Indian president.
Communal face of Team Anna | ummid.com
Communal face of Team Anna | ummid.com
Qasmi maintains that he himself resigned as the team was turning anti-Muslims. One is surprised that only now could Maulana know this fact. The allegations of the kind leveled by Qasmi are as old as the anti-corruption movement led by Anna.
Qasmi maintains that he himself resigned as the team was turning anti-Muslims. One is surprised that only now could Maulana know this fact. The allegations of the kind leveled by Qasmi are as old as the anti-corruption movement led by Anna.
Storm over Telangana, price rise disrupts Lok Sabha | ummid.com
Storm over Telangana, price rise disrupts Lok Sabha | ummid.com
It was back to adjournments as the Lok Sabha met after a three-week break Tuesday with members from Telangana raising the issue of statehood to the region and Left parties demanding a discussion on spiralling prices.
It was back to adjournments as the Lok Sabha met after a three-week break Tuesday with members from Telangana raising the issue of statehood to the region and Left parties demanding a discussion on spiralling prices.
Monday, April 23, 2012
Bihar pledges to preserve Orwell's birthplace - again | ummid.com
Bihar pledges to preserve Orwell's birthplace - again | ummid.com
Big brother should have been watching out for it. But legendary British author George Orwell's birthplace in Bihar's Motihari town has been lying neglected for decades with Chief Minister Nitish Kumar the latest to pledge that it would be preserved for posterity.
Big brother should have been watching out for it. But legendary British author George Orwell's birthplace in Bihar's Motihari town has been lying neglected for decades with Chief Minister Nitish Kumar the latest to pledge that it would be preserved for posterity.
Kerala-born Yusuffali making waves in Gulf | ummid.com
Kerala-born Yusuffali making waves in Gulf | ummid.com
Kerala-born M. A. Yusuffali is today dubbed as one of the most influential Indians in the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC), a political and economic alliance of six Middle Eastern countries - Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, the United Arab Emirates, Qatar, Bahrain, and Oman.
Kerala-born M. A. Yusuffali is today dubbed as one of the most influential Indians in the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC), a political and economic alliance of six Middle Eastern countries - Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, the United Arab Emirates, Qatar, Bahrain, and Oman.
Nuclear scientist Mustafa found dead in his Kalpakkam quarters | ummid.com
Nuclear scientist Mustafa found dead in his Kalpakkam quarters | ummid.com
Nuclear scientist Mohammed Mustafa, 24, was found dead in his quarters at Kalpakkam, around 80 km from here, with his wrists slashed Monday evening, police said.
Nuclear scientist Mohammed Mustafa, 24, was found dead in his quarters at Kalpakkam, around 80 km from here, with his wrists slashed Monday evening, police said.
Open minded on suggestions for presidential candidate: Congress | ummid.com
Open minded on suggestions for presidential candidate: Congress | ummid.com
The Congress Monday said it was "open minded" about suggestions on choice of the next president and that it would consult its United Progressive Alliance partners on the issue.
The Congress Monday said it was "open minded" about suggestions on choice of the next president and that it would consult its United Progressive Alliance partners on the issue.
Nitish shown black flags by parateachers | ummid.com
Nitish shown black flags by parateachers | ummid.com
Protesting against non-payment of their salaries for nearly 11 months, hundreds of parateachers showed black flags to Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar Monday and shouted slogans against his government during his Sewa Yatra in East Champaran district, officials said.
Protesting against non-payment of their salaries for nearly 11 months, hundreds of parateachers showed black flags to Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar Monday and shouted slogans against his government during his Sewa Yatra in East Champaran district, officials said.
India, Kuwait to cooperate on healthcare | ummid.com
India, Kuwait to cooperate on healthcare | ummid.com
India and Kuwait Monday signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) on bilateral medical cooperation to boost healthcare, a government statement said.
India and Kuwait Monday signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) on bilateral medical cooperation to boost healthcare, a government statement said.
1984 riots: CBI blames Sajjan Kumar for inciting mob | ummid.com
1984 riots: CBI blames Sajjan Kumar for inciting mob | ummid.com
The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) Monday told a Delhi court hearing a case against Congress leader Sajjan Kumar related to the 1984 anti-Sikh riots that he was the main conspirator of inciting a mob
The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) Monday told a Delhi court hearing a case against Congress leader Sajjan Kumar related to the 1984 anti-Sikh riots that he was the main conspirator of inciting a mob
E-eye to keep a tab on tigers in Corbett | ummid.com
E-eye to keep a tab on tigers in Corbett | ummid.com
With poachers posing a massive threat to tigers in India, the National Tiger Conservation Authority (NTCA) has launched a pilot project in Uttarakhand's Corbett National Park for round-the-clock surveillance of the park using high definition cameras.
With poachers posing a massive threat to tigers in India, the National Tiger Conservation Authority (NTCA) has launched a pilot project in Uttarakhand's Corbett National Park for round-the-clock surveillance of the park using high definition cameras.
Singhvi quits as Congress spokesperson, parliamentary panel chief | ummid.com
Singhvi quits as Congress spokesperson, parliamentary panel chief | ummid.com
Congress MP Abhishek Manu Singhvi Monday resigned as chairman of the parliamentary standing committee on law and justice and as party spokesperson in the wake of a CD controversy surrounding him, saying that he had done so to prevent "even the slightest possible parliamentary disruption".
Congress MP Abhishek Manu Singhvi Monday resigned as chairman of the parliamentary standing committee on law and justice and as party spokesperson in the wake of a CD controversy surrounding him, saying that he had done so to prevent "even the slightest possible parliamentary disruption".
Mohibul Haque: The man taking Sir Syed's mission to North East | ummid.com
Mohibul Haque: The man taking Sir Syed's mission to North East | ummid.com
Let us meet a person, who is true believer in Sir Syed Ahmad Khan’s Vision for the community and nation. He is Mohibul Haque from the north-earthern state of Assam, the headquarters of ‘Sisters of Seven States’.
Let us meet a person, who is true believer in Sir Syed Ahmad Khan’s Vision for the community and nation. He is Mohibul Haque from the north-earthern state of Assam, the headquarters of ‘Sisters of Seven States’.
For 12 years, Kashmir widow hunts for missing son | ummid.com
For 12 years, Kashmir widow hunts for missing son | ummid.com
Twelve years after her son was allegedly arrested by the Nepal police, Zubeida, a 65-year-old Kashmiri widow, has said that she has been running from pillar to post to know his whereabouts.
Twelve years after her son was allegedly arrested by the Nepal police, Zubeida, a 65-year-old Kashmiri widow, has said that she has been running from pillar to post to know his whereabouts.
Tamil Nadu woman behind satellite launch Thursday | ummid.com
Tamil Nadu woman behind satellite launch Thursday | ummid.com
Tamil Nadu will have special reason to cheer Thursday when an Indian rocket puts Radar Imaging Satellite (Risat-1) into orbit and the remote sensing satellite starts performing, as a local woman is directing the project for India's heaviest microwave satellite.
Tamil Nadu will have special reason to cheer Thursday when an Indian rocket puts Radar Imaging Satellite (Risat-1) into orbit and the remote sensing satellite starts performing, as a local woman is directing the project for India's heaviest microwave satellite.
Government recognition a silver lining for Bengal's madrassas? | ummid.com
Government recognition a silver lining for Bengal's madrassas? | ummid.com
The announcement of recognition to a large number of madrassas by the West Bengal government has brought a glimmer of hope to thousands of Muslim students, including a growing number of girls, who were deprived of proper educational opportunities and teachers.
The announcement of recognition to a large number of madrassas by the West Bengal government has brought a glimmer of hope to thousands of Muslim students, including a growing number of girls, who were deprived of proper educational opportunities and teachers.
Chhattisgarh slows down anti-Maoist drive till Menon's release | ummid.com
Chhattisgarh slows down anti-Maoist drive till Menon's release | ummid.com
The Chhattisgarh government has virtually called a halt to its anti-Maoist offensive till Sukma District Collector Alex Paul Menon is released from captivity, official sources said Monday.
The Chhattisgarh government has virtually called a halt to its anti-Maoist offensive till Sukma District Collector Alex Paul Menon is released from captivity, official sources said Monday.
Chhattisgarh slows down anti-Maoist drive till Menon's release | ummid.com
Chhattisgarh slows down anti-Maoist drive till Menon's release | ummid.com
The Chhattisgarh government has virtually called a halt to its anti-Maoist offensive till Sukma District Collector Alex Paul Menon is released from captivity, official sources said Monday.
The Chhattisgarh government has virtually called a halt to its anti-Maoist offensive till Sukma District Collector Alex Paul Menon is released from captivity, official sources said Monday.
Sunday, April 22, 2012
Sea of humanity at All India Muslim Personal Law Board's Mumbai convention | ummid.com
Sea of humanity at All India Muslim Personal Law Board's Mumbai convention | ummid.com
The 22nd convention of All India Muslim Personal Law Board (AIMPLB) which began in Mumbai Friday, ended late in the evening on Sunday with a mammoth gathering at Azad Maidan pledging to sacrifice everything in order to save the constitutional rights of Muslims.
The 22nd convention of All India Muslim Personal Law Board (AIMPLB) which began in Mumbai Friday, ended late in the evening on Sunday with a mammoth gathering at Azad Maidan pledging to sacrifice everything in order to save the constitutional rights of Muslims.
French Elections: Hollande beats Sarkozy in first round | ummid.com
French Elections: Hollande beats Sarkozy in first round | ummid.com
Socialist challenger Francois Hollande stamped his authority on the French presidential race Sunday, beating Nicolas Sarkozy in the first round of polling in which the far right also made major gains.
Socialist challenger Francois Hollande stamped his authority on the French presidential race Sunday, beating Nicolas Sarkozy in the first round of polling in which the far right also made major gains.
Faulty gene spikes prostate cancer risk in men | ummid.com
Faulty gene spikes prostate cancer risk in men | ummid.com
A faulty gene that increases breast cancer risk in women also quadruples the chances of prostate cancer among men, says a recent study.
A faulty gene that increases breast cancer risk in women also quadruples the chances of prostate cancer among men, says a recent study.
Omega-3 fatty acids limit smoking damage | ummid.com
Omega-3 fatty acids limit smoking damage | ummid.com
Omega-3 polyunsaturated fatty acids, commonly found in marine and plant oils, could help limit damage caused by smoking, says a new study from Greece.
Omega-3 polyunsaturated fatty acids, commonly found in marine and plant oils, could help limit damage caused by smoking, says a new study from Greece.
Egypt terminates Israel gas deal | ummid.com
Egypt terminates Israel gas deal | ummid.com
Egypt has terminated a long-term gas deal with Israel because of violations of contractual obligations, Egypt's daily al-Ahram reported.
Egypt has terminated a long-term gas deal with Israel because of violations of contractual obligations, Egypt's daily al-Ahram reported.
Separate teachers cadre for Haryana's Mewat | ummid.com
Separate teachers cadre for Haryana's Mewat | ummid.com
Mewat legislator Aftab Ahmed said in a statement that 5,000 posts of teachers have been sanctioned for the area to improve the level of education there.
Mewat legislator Aftab Ahmed said in a statement that 5,000 posts of teachers have been sanctioned for the area to improve the level of education there.
Collector’s abduction: Maoists want eight cadres freed | ummid.com
Collector’s abduction: Maoists want eight cadres freed | ummid.com
The Maoist abductors of a Chhattisgarh district collector Sunday demanded the release of their eight jailed associates and a halt on security forces’ action against the rebels by April 25 in exchange for freeing the hostage, while police remained “totally clueless” about his whereabouts, an official said.
The Maoist abductors of a Chhattisgarh district collector Sunday demanded the release of their eight jailed associates and a halt on security forces’ action against the rebels by April 25 in exchange for freeing the hostage, while police remained “totally clueless” about his whereabouts, an official said.
Government staring at house trouble in budget session's second half | ummid.com
Government staring at house trouble in budget session's second half | ummid.com
The budget session of parliament is set to resume Tuesday with the government hoping to pass some key pending bills, but also staring at some house trouble over issues like uncontrolled inflation, corruption and setting up of an anti-terror intelligence hub.
The budget session of parliament is set to resume Tuesday with the government hoping to pass some key pending bills, but also staring at some house trouble over issues like uncontrolled inflation, corruption and setting up of an anti-terror intelligence hub.
'No leadership vacuum, India has a very powerful prime minister' | ummid.com
'No leadership vacuum, India has a very powerful prime minister' | ummid.com
Asserting that India has a "very powerful, strong and acceptable prime minister," Finance Minister Pranab Mukherjee Sunday rejected a suggestion from corporate America that a leadership "vacuum" was chipping away at India's investment climate.
Asserting that India has a "very powerful, strong and acceptable prime minister," Finance Minister Pranab Mukherjee Sunday rejected a suggestion from corporate America that a leadership "vacuum" was chipping away at India's investment climate.
Syria says it won't go the Libya way | ummid.com
Syria says it won't go the Libya way | ummid.com
Amid mounting international pressure, Syria Sunday asserted that it will not allow itself to be invaded like Libya and rubbished the opposition as a rag-tag collection of Al Qeada elements and rank criminals who are supported by the West in league with some powerful Arab nations.
Amid mounting international pressure, Syria Sunday asserted that it will not allow itself to be invaded like Libya and rubbished the opposition as a rag-tag collection of Al Qeada elements and rank criminals who are supported by the West in league with some powerful Arab nations.
Man buys island to be buried with wife | ummid.com
Man buys island to be buried with wife | ummid.com
A man in Britain has purchased a tiny island to ensure he and his wife have their final resting place.
A man in Britain has purchased a tiny island to ensure he and his wife have their final resting place.
Police, paramilitary athletes fall into dope trap | ummid.com
Police, paramilitary athletes fall into dope trap | ummid.com
Six athletes from paramilitary and police forces have tested positive ahead of the 2012 London Olympics and face a ban for one to two years. Caught before the sporting extravaganza could unfold, it has saved the country from a major embarrassment.
Six athletes from paramilitary and police forces have tested positive ahead of the 2012 London Olympics and face a ban for one to two years. Caught before the sporting extravaganza could unfold, it has saved the country from a major embarrassment.
100,000 women undergo genital mutilation in Britain | ummid.com
100,000 women undergo genital mutilation in Britain | ummid.com
About 100,000 women in Britain have undergone female genital mutilations, with some medics in the country offering to carry out the illegal procedure on girls as young as 10, it has been reported.
About 100,000 women in Britain have undergone female genital mutilations, with some medics in the country offering to carry out the illegal procedure on girls as young as 10, it has been reported.
Government hopeful of passing important education bills | ummid.com
Government hopeful of passing important education bills | ummid.com
With the budget session of parliament set to resume Tuesday, Human Resource Development (HRD) Minister Kapil Sibal and education officials are keeping their fingers crossed for a slew of critical but pending education bills that, among others, seeks to establish a body to oversee and standardise higher education in the country and include children with disabilities under the Right to Education.
With the budget session of parliament set to resume Tuesday, Human Resource Development (HRD) Minister Kapil Sibal and education officials are keeping their fingers crossed for a slew of critical but pending education bills that, among others, seeks to establish a body to oversee and standardise higher education in the country and include children with disabilities under the Right to Education.
10,000 students to campaign against smuggling, counterfeiting | ummid.com
10,000 students to campaign against smuggling, counterfeiting | ummid.com
Over 10,000 school students will participate in a five-day campaign in the national capital against smuggling and counterfeiting from April 30, industry body FICCI, its orgainser, said here Sunday.
Over 10,000 school students will participate in a five-day campaign in the national capital against smuggling and counterfeiting from April 30, industry body FICCI, its orgainser, said here Sunday.
Team Anna member asked to leave meet after found recording | ummid.com
Team Anna member asked to leave meet after found recording | ummid.com
A major rift emerged at a Team Anna core committee meeting in suburban Noida Sunday with one member being asked to stay away from the proceedings after he was reportedly found recording discussions on his mobile phone and transmitting it outside.
A major rift emerged at a Team Anna core committee meeting in suburban Noida Sunday with one member being asked to stay away from the proceedings after he was reportedly found recording discussions on his mobile phone and transmitting it outside.
Two UP Congress leaders hitch onto Samajwadi Party bicycle | ummid.com
Two UP Congress leaders hitch onto Samajwadi Party bicycle | ummid.com
Notwithstanding the bonhomie evident at the recent meeting between Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Akhilesh Yadav and Prime Minister Manmohan Singh, ties between the state's ruling Samajwadi Party (SP) and the Congress appear set to strain.
Notwithstanding the bonhomie evident at the recent meeting between Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Akhilesh Yadav and Prime Minister Manmohan Singh, ties between the state's ruling Samajwadi Party (SP) and the Congress appear set to strain.
Of toilets and Mamataspeak | ummid.com
Of toilets and Mamataspeak | ummid.com
Soon after taking over the reins of West Bengal, Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee had referred to the plight of travellers - particularly women - on the highways, which have a negligible number of public toilets. Eleven months into office, her government has embarked on a massive project to ease the problem.
Soon after taking over the reins of West Bengal, Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee had referred to the plight of travellers - particularly women - on the highways, which have a negligible number of public toilets. Eleven months into office, her government has embarked on a massive project to ease the problem.
France votes as Sarkozy's fate hangs in balance | ummid.com
France votes as Sarkozy's fate hangs in balance | ummid.com
Millions voted Sunday in the first round of presidential elections in France, a country bogged down by weak economy and high unemployment, issues that may spell trouble for incumbent Nicolas Sarkozy.
Millions voted Sunday in the first round of presidential elections in France, a country bogged down by weak economy and high unemployment, issues that may spell trouble for incumbent Nicolas Sarkozy.
Need law against Maoist kidnappings: Congress | ummid.com
Need law against Maoist kidnappings: Congress | ummid.com
A law must be enacted to prevent kidnappings such as that of the Chhattisgarh collector Alex Paul Menon by Maoists, Congress spokesperson Rashid Alvi said Sunday.
A law must be enacted to prevent kidnappings such as that of the Chhattisgarh collector Alex Paul Menon by Maoists, Congress spokesperson Rashid Alvi said Sunday.
Where Jesus' language Aramaic lives on in Syrian village | ummid.com
Where Jesus' language Aramaic lives on in Syrian village | ummid.com
Far from the sounds of gunfire and civil conflict that embroil Syria lurks an oasis of faith and miracles in this tiny village perched on the rugged mountains. It's one of the last places on earth where the Aramaic language Jesus Christ spoke still lives on the tongue of its inhabitants.
Far from the sounds of gunfire and civil conflict that embroil Syria lurks an oasis of faith and miracles in this tiny village perched on the rugged mountains. It's one of the last places on earth where the Aramaic language Jesus Christ spoke still lives on the tongue of its inhabitants.
After war, Iraqis tell their tales through films | ummid.com
After war, Iraqis tell their tales through films | ummid.com
The documentary by Kurdish Syrian filmmaker Akram Hidou highlights the agony of people after Saddam's poison gas attack in 1988 on Halabja, the Kurdish city near the border with Iran. Nearly 5,000 people lost their lives, while hundreds of children went missing.
The documentary by Kurdish Syrian filmmaker Akram Hidou highlights the agony of people after Saddam's poison gas attack in 1988 on Halabja, the Kurdish city near the border with Iran. Nearly 5,000 people lost their lives, while hundreds of children went missing.
Protect 'innocent bystanders' from global financial crisis: India | ummid.com
Protect 'innocent bystanders' from global financial crisis: India | ummid.com
As the International Monetary Fund (IMF) doubled its lending power with over $430 billion pledged to a reinforced safety net to bail out countries during global financial crises, India stressed that contributions should be voluntary and not linked with future voice or governance reform and should be able to bail out "innocent bystanders" affected by them.
As the International Monetary Fund (IMF) doubled its lending power with over $430 billion pledged to a reinforced safety net to bail out countries during global financial crises, India stressed that contributions should be voluntary and not linked with future voice or governance reform and should be able to bail out "innocent bystanders" affected by them.
Saturday, April 21, 2012
Battling maternal deaths, Assam upgrades health workers' skills | ummid.com
Battling maternal deaths, Assam upgrades health workers' skills | ummid.com
Assam, which has the highest maternal mortality rate (MMR) in the country at 390 per 1,000 live births, also faces a serious crunch of doctors. So the state is now rolling out rural health workers, upgrading skills and making it mandatory for medical students to practise in villages.
Assam, which has the highest maternal mortality rate (MMR) in the country at 390 per 1,000 live births, also faces a serious crunch of doctors. So the state is now rolling out rural health workers, upgrading skills and making it mandatory for medical students to practise in villages.
India's missile test is not bad news for the world | ummid.com
India's missile test is not bad news for the world | ummid.com
Former US president Ronald Reagan once commented on the right to bear arms in America with the memorable phrase, "Guns don't kill people. People kill people." The international games surrounding nuclear weapons and their delivery vehicles illustrate the point nicely.
Former US president Ronald Reagan once commented on the right to bear arms in America with the memorable phrase, "Guns don't kill people. People kill people." The international games surrounding nuclear weapons and their delivery vehicles illustrate the point nicely.
130 injured in Netherlands train collision | ummid.com
130 injured in Netherlands train collision | ummid.com
Around 130 people were injured when two passenger trains collided Saturday near the Netherlands' capital city Amsterdam, Xinhua reported.
Around 130 people were injured when two passenger trains collided Saturday near the Netherlands' capital city Amsterdam, Xinhua reported.
Hundreds of Myanmar nationals seek refugee status | ummid.com
Hundreds of Myanmar nationals seek refugee status | ummid.com
Making pavements as their homes, over 500 hundred Myanmar nationals, among them women and children, have camped for the past 12 days near the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) office here, demanding a refugee status.
Making pavements as their homes, over 500 hundred Myanmar nationals, among them women and children, have camped for the past 12 days near the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) office here, demanding a refugee status.
Six Rajasthan officials injured trying to stop child marriages | ummid.com
Six Rajasthan officials injured trying to stop child marriages | ummid.com
At least six police and administration officials were injured when they were attacked by a group of villagers who were carrying out child marriages in Rajasthan's Jhalawar district, police said Saturday.
At least six police and administration officials were injured when they were attacked by a group of villagers who were carrying out child marriages in Rajasthan's Jhalawar district, police said Saturday.
Trinamool workers display minister's hate speech on billboard | ummid.com
Trinamool workers display minister's hate speech on billboard | ummid.com
Days after West Bengal Minister Jyotipriyo Mullick's hate speech against Marxists, "inspired" Trinamool Congress workers have endorsed his call to socially boycott the Left party workers in a large hoarding which has come up in the city's northern suburb.
Days after West Bengal Minister Jyotipriyo Mullick's hate speech against Marxists, "inspired" Trinamool Congress workers have endorsed his call to socially boycott the Left party workers in a large hoarding which has come up in the city's northern suburb.
Mamata mulls state-owned news channel, magazine | ummid.com
Mamata mulls state-owned news channel, magazine | ummid.com
West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee Saturday said the government is thinking about launching a state-owned news channel and bringing out a magazine to highlight achievements of the officials.
West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee Saturday said the government is thinking about launching a state-owned news channel and bringing out a magazine to highlight achievements of the officials.
Social media a reality: Khurshid | ummid.com
Social media a reality: Khurshid | ummid.com
As the West Bengal police booked a university professor for forwarding a cartoon mail on Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee and the state CID asked Facebook to delete some morphed images of her, Union Law Minister Salman Khurshid Saturday said social media had become a reality and there were very restricted opportunities to impose constraints on that.
As the West Bengal police booked a university professor for forwarding a cartoon mail on Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee and the state CID asked Facebook to delete some morphed images of her, Union Law Minister Salman Khurshid Saturday said social media had become a reality and there were very restricted opportunities to impose constraints on that.
Indian Muslims cautioned to remain vigilant to safeguard Islamic Sharia | ummid.com
Indian Muslims cautioned to remain vigilant to safeguard Islamic Sharia | ummid.com
The above views were expressed by Maulana Syed Mohammad Rabey Hasani Nadvi, president of All India Muslim Personal Board, (AIMPLB), while delivering his presidential speech in the three-day 22nd convention of AIMPLB here at Hajj House on Saturday. Over 400 delegates from all over the country are participating in the convention.
The above views were expressed by Maulana Syed Mohammad Rabey Hasani Nadvi, president of All India Muslim Personal Board, (AIMPLB), while delivering his presidential speech in the three-day 22nd convention of AIMPLB here at Hajj House on Saturday. Over 400 delegates from all over the country are participating in the convention.
Montek to push for declaring tea as India's national drink | ummid.com
Montek to push for declaring tea as India's national drink | ummid.com
Deputy Chairman of the Planning Commission Montek Singh Ahluwalia Saturday assured the tea planters in Assam that he will take up the issue of declaring tea as India's national drink with the union ministry of commerce and industry.
Deputy Chairman of the Planning Commission Montek Singh Ahluwalia Saturday assured the tea planters in Assam that he will take up the issue of declaring tea as India's national drink with the union ministry of commerce and industry.
Chinese man buries son alive over homework | ummid.com
Chinese man buries son alive over homework | ummid.com
A man in China's Yunnan province has been detained for allegedly beating his son and burying him alive over daily quibbles, a media report said.
A man in China's Yunnan province has been detained for allegedly beating his son and burying him alive over daily quibbles, a media report said.
Sudan against holding talks with Juba over oil | ummid.com
Sudan against holding talks with Juba over oil | ummid.com
Sudanese President Omar al-Bashir has vowed neither to hold any talks with South Sudan over the oil issue nor allow the latter to transport oil through Sudanese territory, media reported Saturday.
Sudanese President Omar al-Bashir has vowed neither to hold any talks with South Sudan over the oil issue nor allow the latter to transport oil through Sudanese territory, media reported Saturday.
Under flak, Chavan meets Sonia, PM | ummid.com
Under flak, Chavan meets Sonia, PM | ummid.com
Maharashtra Chief Minister Prithviraj Chavan Saturday met Congress president Sonia Gandhi to apprise her of the political situation in the state in the face of criticism of his government over its "slow" decision-making and the CAG report on land deals.
Maharashtra Chief Minister Prithviraj Chavan Saturday met Congress president Sonia Gandhi to apprise her of the political situation in the state in the face of criticism of his government over its "slow" decision-making and the CAG report on land deals.
Spirituality, drama and women...Read on | ummid.com
Spirituality, drama and women...Read on | ummid.com
The bookshelf this week talks of the spiritual journey into the dilemmas of existentialism and life's realities. Here's a peek.
The bookshelf this week talks of the spiritual journey into the dilemmas of existentialism and life's realities. Here's a peek.
Coming up, a pocketbook on Akhilesh - in 10 languages | ummid.com
Coming up, a pocketbook on Akhilesh - in 10 languages | ummid.com
If you're curious about Uttar Pradesh's new, youngest chief minister, wait till a 200-page multi-language pocketbook on Akhilesh Yadav hits the stands next week.
If you're curious about Uttar Pradesh's new, youngest chief minister, wait till a 200-page multi-language pocketbook on Akhilesh Yadav hits the stands next week.
Delhi woman poisoned for giving birth to girl dies | ummid.com
Delhi woman poisoned for giving birth to girl dies | ummid.com
A 30-year-old woman, who was allegedly poisoned by her husband as she had given birth to a girl child, died here early Saturday morning, police said.
A 30-year-old woman, who was allegedly poisoned by her husband as she had given birth to a girl child, died here early Saturday morning, police said.
Maoists abduct Chhattisgarh collector | ummid.com
Maoists abduct Chhattisgarh collector | ummid.com
The Maoists Saturday abducted the Sukma district collector in Chhattisgarh, police said.
The Maoists Saturday abducted the Sukma district collector in Chhattisgarh, police said.
Woman wins case for injuries during sex while on duty | ummid.com
Woman wins case for injuries during sex while on duty | ummid.com
An Australian woman has won a court battle to seek workers' compensation after being injured while having sex in a motel room when a light fitting fell on her head. The woman was on a work-related tour.
An Australian woman has won a court battle to seek workers' compensation after being injured while having sex in a motel room when a light fitting fell on her head. The woman was on a work-related tour.
World Heart Federation gets first ever Indian president | ummid.com
World Heart Federation gets first ever Indian president | ummid.com
The World Heart Federation (WHF), a global NGO dedicated to prevention of heart diseases in low- and middle-income countries, elected its first ever Indian president, a federation statement said Saturday.
The World Heart Federation (WHF), a global NGO dedicated to prevention of heart diseases in low- and middle-income countries, elected its first ever Indian president, a federation statement said Saturday.
Mamata gives Centre 15-day ultimatum on tax moratorium | ummid.com
Mamata gives Centre 15-day ultimatum on tax moratorium | ummid.com
Reiterating her demand for an interest moratorium for the cash-strapped West Bengal government, Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee Saturday gave the central government a 15-day ultimatum and warned that its "indifferent attitude" could become a "big issue".
Reiterating her demand for an interest moratorium for the cash-strapped West Bengal government, Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee Saturday gave the central government a 15-day ultimatum and warned that its "indifferent attitude" could become a "big issue".
Friday, April 20, 2012
No witch hunt, PM assures civil servants | ummid.com
No witch hunt, PM assures civil servants | ummid.com
Asking civil servants to take bold decisions, Prime Minister Manmohan Singh Saturday said the government would not indulge in "witch hunting" against them in the name of fighting corruption.
Asking civil servants to take bold decisions, Prime Minister Manmohan Singh Saturday said the government would not indulge in "witch hunting" against them in the name of fighting corruption.
All on board dead in Pakistan plane crash | ummid.com
All on board dead in Pakistan plane crash | ummid.com
All 127 people on board the Bhoja Airlines flight that crashed near here have died and their bodies have been shifted to a hospital for identification, Pakistan's Interior Minister Rehman Malik confirmed Saturday.
All 127 people on board the Bhoja Airlines flight that crashed near here have died and their bodies have been shifted to a hospital for identification, Pakistan's Interior Minister Rehman Malik confirmed Saturday.
OIC plans TV to counter Islamophobia, stereotypes against Muslims | ummid.com
OIC plans TV to counter Islamophobia, stereotypes against Muslims | ummid.com
The 57-member Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) announced on April 19 its plan to establish a satellite channel and promote investment in the media to fight Islamophobia and enhance exchange of information among the member states.
The 57-member Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) announced on April 19 its plan to establish a satellite channel and promote investment in the media to fight Islamophobia and enhance exchange of information among the member states.
Allama Iqbal - The Greatest Poet of the East | ummid.com
Allama Iqbal - The Greatest Poet of the East | ummid.com
“Let the Muslims proclaim a million times that Iqbal is theirs. But I declare that Iqbal belongs to everyone of us. In fact, confining Iqbal to a particular religion or community is injustice to this one of the greatest poets in the world”, said a professor at a function held at Mysore University.
“Let the Muslims proclaim a million times that Iqbal is theirs. But I declare that Iqbal belongs to everyone of us. In fact, confining Iqbal to a particular religion or community is injustice to this one of the greatest poets in the world”, said a professor at a function held at Mysore University.
Indian-origin woman burns hubby in US | ummid.com
Indian-origin woman burns hubby in US | ummid.com
Shriya Biman Patel,25, has been arrested on charges of first-degree felony aggravated assault and arson and booked into the Travis County Jail in Austin, Texas.
Shriya Biman Patel,25, has been arrested on charges of first-degree felony aggravated assault and arson and booked into the Travis County Jail in Austin, Texas.
Britain slams Ahmedinejad's visit to Abu Musa | ummid.com
Britain slams Ahmedinejad's visit to Abu Musa | ummid.com
Britain has described the recent visit by Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmedinejad to the disputed island of Abu Musa as "highly unfortunate".
Britain has described the recent visit by Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmedinejad to the disputed island of Abu Musa as "highly unfortunate".
Is there a 'God spot' in the brain? | ummid.com
Is there a 'God spot' in the brain? | ummid.com
Scientists have long speculated on a 'God spot,' a distinct area of the human brain responsible for spirituality, but actually multiple areas of the organ may be linked with such experiences, says a study.
Scientists have long speculated on a 'God spot,' a distinct area of the human brain responsible for spirituality, but actually multiple areas of the organ may be linked with such experiences, says a study.
Cancer rising among India's youth | ummid.com
Cancer rising among India's youth | ummid.com
More youngsters are developing cancer in India, doctors said at a conference here Thursday. However, most of those affected by the disease remain ignorant about it, which leads to delays in diagnosis and treatment, they said.
More youngsters are developing cancer in India, doctors said at a conference here Thursday. However, most of those affected by the disease remain ignorant about it, which leads to delays in diagnosis and treatment, they said.
Obese women face higher risk of vein clots | ummid.com
Obese women face higher risk of vein clots | ummid.com
Overweight and obese middle-aged women are more likely to develop potentially fatal blood clots within leg veins than their normal weight counterparts, says a study.
Overweight and obese middle-aged women are more likely to develop potentially fatal blood clots within leg veins than their normal weight counterparts, says a study.
Time not yet ripe for third front: CPI | ummid.com
Time not yet ripe for third front: CPI | ummid.com
The Communist Party of India (CPI) Friday said the time was not yet ripe for giving call for a third alternative comprising non-Congress and non-BJP parties, but predicted a realignment of forces with some of the regional parties leaving the two leading coalitions.
The Communist Party of India (CPI) Friday said the time was not yet ripe for giving call for a third alternative comprising non-Congress and non-BJP parties, but predicted a realignment of forces with some of the regional parties leaving the two leading coalitions.
Plane carrying 127 passengers crashes in Pakistan | ummid.com
Plane carrying 127 passengers crashes in Pakistan | ummid.com
A Pakistani airliner with 127 passengers on board reportedly crashed near Chaklala airbase in the garrison town of Rawalpindi Friday, Geo News reported.
A Pakistani airliner with 127 passengers on board reportedly crashed near Chaklala airbase in the garrison town of Rawalpindi Friday, Geo News reported.
Muslims urged to participate in 'Save Ganga' efforts | ummid.com
Muslims urged to participate in 'Save Ganga' efforts | ummid.com
In a first, Muslims of Uttar Pradesh have been asked to participate in the cleaning up operations of the river Ganga, revered by millions across India.
In a first, Muslims of Uttar Pradesh have been asked to participate in the cleaning up operations of the river Ganga, revered by millions across India.
Comment on reforms not linked to 2014 election: Kaushik Basu | ummid.com
Comment on reforms not linked to 2014 election: Kaushik Basu | ummid.com
Government's chief economic advisor Kaushik Basu Friday clarified that his comments on economic reforms getting a push after 2014 was not linked to India's general election but to a "possible European crisis".
Government's chief economic advisor Kaushik Basu Friday clarified that his comments on economic reforms getting a push after 2014 was not linked to India's general election but to a "possible European crisis".
Thousands converge on Cairo's Tahrir Square | ummid.com
Thousands converge on Cairo's Tahrir Square | ummid.com
Cairo's Tahrir Square, symbol of Egypt's pro-democracy revolution, witnessed a massive gathering of protesters Friday in one of the largest demonstrations since last year's 18-day revolt that ousted then president Hosni Mubarak and changed country's political future.
Cairo's Tahrir Square, symbol of Egypt's pro-democracy revolution, witnessed a massive gathering of protesters Friday in one of the largest demonstrations since last year's 18-day revolt that ousted then president Hosni Mubarak and changed country's political future.
Who grounded Tata bid to start an airline? | ummid.com
Who grounded Tata bid to start an airline? | ummid.com
In 1997, then civil aviation minister C.M. Ibrahim acted under pressure from Jet Airways to thwart the Tata group's bid to start an airline in India in association with Singapore Airlines, a former top bureaucrat has said in a tell-all book.
In 1997, then civil aviation minister C.M. Ibrahim acted under pressure from Jet Airways to thwart the Tata group's bid to start an airline in India in association with Singapore Airlines, a former top bureaucrat has said in a tell-all book.
Delhi woman poisoned by husband for giving birth to girl | ummid.com
Delhi woman poisoned by husband for giving birth to girl | ummid.com
Ishak Parveen, a resident of central Delhi's Lahori Gate, was admitted to Lok Nayak Jai Prakash Narayan hospital Thursday night by her husband, Javed Tariq who informed authorities that she had consumed a poisonous substance.
Ishak Parveen, a resident of central Delhi's Lahori Gate, was admitted to Lok Nayak Jai Prakash Narayan hospital Thursday night by her husband, Javed Tariq who informed authorities that she had consumed a poisonous substance.
Sam Pitroda to Hamid Ansari - Who will be India's next president? | ummid.com
Sam Pitroda to Hamid Ansari - Who will be India's next president? | ummid.com
With less than three months to go before President Pratibha Patil's term ends, a slew of possible successors are doing the rounds. But with the ruling Congress doing poorly in recent state elections, regional parties may hold the key to selecting the nation's 13th president.
With less than three months to go before President Pratibha Patil's term ends, a slew of possible successors are doing the rounds. But with the ruling Congress doing poorly in recent state elections, regional parties may hold the key to selecting the nation's 13th president.
Hazare, Ramdev join hands, to hold fast June 3 | ummid.com
Hazare, Ramdev join hands, to hold fast June 3 | ummid.com
Anti-corruption activist Anna Hazare and yoga guru Baba Ramdev will jointly sit on a day's token fast in Delhi June 3 to press for a strong Lokpal bill and to mobilise opinion against black money.
Anti-corruption activist Anna Hazare and yoga guru Baba Ramdev will jointly sit on a day's token fast in Delhi June 3 to press for a strong Lokpal bill and to mobilise opinion against black money.
CBI questions army chief over bribe offer claim | ummid.com
CBI questions army chief over bribe offer claim | ummid.com
The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) Friday recorded Indian Army chief General V.K. Singh's statement at his South Block office following the allegation that a retired officer had tried to bribe him in 2010 to clear a tranche of substandard vehicles.
The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) Friday recorded Indian Army chief General V.K. Singh's statement at his South Block office following the allegation that a retired officer had tried to bribe him in 2010 to clear a tranche of substandard vehicles.
Madrassas help students make sense of the world | ummid.com
Madrassas help students make sense of the world | ummid.com
I knew, as a historian, that the Darul Uloom at Deoband and the Mohammedan Anglo-Oriental (MAO) College at Aligarh, the precursor of the Aligarh Muslim University, had been founded inside ten years of each other in the late 19th century; despite that knowledge, the madrasah at Deoband was, for me, a medieval seminary, while AMU was a great modern university.
I knew, as a historian, that the Darul Uloom at Deoband and the Mohammedan Anglo-Oriental (MAO) College at Aligarh, the precursor of the Aligarh Muslim University, had been founded inside ten years of each other in the late 19th century; despite that knowledge, the madrasah at Deoband was, for me, a medieval seminary, while AMU was a great modern university.
Ex-army officer gets life term for killing Chennai boy | ummid.com
Ex-army officer gets life term for killing Chennai boy | ummid.com
Retired army officer K. Ramaraj was sentenced to life imprisonment by a fast track court here Friday for last year's killing of a 13-year-old boy who had entered his residential premises to pick almonds.
Retired army officer K. Ramaraj was sentenced to life imprisonment by a fast track court here Friday for last year's killing of a 13-year-old boy who had entered his residential premises to pick almonds.
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