Loss of habitats irreplaceable, warn scientists | ummid.com
A team including researchers from (CEED) has advised governments worldwide to think twice before assuming an environment lost to development can easily be replaced elsewhere, the journal Biological Conservation reported.
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Tuesday, July 31, 2012
Indian Boxers shine at Olympics as tennis duo knocked out | ummid.com
Indian Boxers shine at Olympics as tennis duo knocked out | ummid.com
Boxers Laishram Devendro Singh and Manoj Kumar packed a lethal punch, while shuttler Parupalli Kashyap humbled a higher-ranked opponent to enter the pre-quarterfinals at the London Olympics here Tuesday.
Boxers Laishram Devendro Singh and Manoj Kumar packed a lethal punch, while shuttler Parupalli Kashyap humbled a higher-ranked opponent to enter the pre-quarterfinals at the London Olympics here Tuesday.
Electricity restored almost fully in all regions: Power Grid | ummid.com
Electricity restored almost fully in all regions: Power Grid | ummid.com
A day after the biggest blackout in the country, affecting half of India's population, the main distribution company Wednesday said nearly 100 percent of the demand had been restored in all five regions of the country.
A day after the biggest blackout in the country, affecting half of India's population, the main distribution company Wednesday said nearly 100 percent of the demand had been restored in all five regions of the country.
17 killed in clashes at Yemen’s interior ministry | ummid.com
17 killed in clashes at Yemen’s interior ministry | ummid.com
At least 17 people were killed and dozens of others wounded in clashes between the security forces and gunmen belonging to a group of army defectors at the Yemeni interior ministry Tuesday, said officials and medics.
At least 17 people were killed and dozens of others wounded in clashes between the security forces and gunmen belonging to a group of army defectors at the Yemeni interior ministry Tuesday, said officials and medics.
Clashes between Syrian army, opposition continue in Aleppo | ummid.com
Clashes between Syrian army, opposition continue in Aleppo | ummid.com
Some observers view the battle for Aleppo as a major watershed in the Syrian conflict which could decide the future of the armed uprising against President Bashar Al Assad.
Some observers view the battle for Aleppo as a major watershed in the Syrian conflict which could decide the future of the armed uprising against President Bashar Al Assad.
Uncertainty looms over PM's visit to Pakistan | ummid.com
Uncertainty looms over PM's visit to Pakistan | ummid.com
Days after Pakistans President Asif Ali Zardari formally invited him to visit Pakistan, Prime Minister Manmohan Singh has yet to respond, indicating uncertainty over the much-speculated trip.
Days after Pakistans President Asif Ali Zardari formally invited him to visit Pakistan, Prime Minister Manmohan Singh has yet to respond, indicating uncertainty over the much-speculated trip.
When do we turn adult - at 21 or 30? | ummid.com
When do we turn adult - at 21 or 30? | ummid.com
For many people it may remain a puzzle throughout their lifetime but Australian researchers feel the traditional belief of many individuals viewing age 21 to be the cusp of adulthood may not be true anymore.
For many people it may remain a puzzle throughout their lifetime but Australian researchers feel the traditional belief of many individuals viewing age 21 to be the cusp of adulthood may not be true anymore.
New treatment could halt arthritis spread | ummid.com
New treatment could halt arthritis spread | ummid.com
Researchers have developed a potential new approach to treat chronic diseases such as arthritis, which involves the inflammation of one or more bone joints.
Researchers have developed a potential new approach to treat chronic diseases such as arthritis, which involves the inflammation of one or more bone joints.
Gesture of US-based MP docs for medical university of the state | ummid.com
Gesture of US-based MP docs for medical university of the state | ummid.com
The doctors who have received medical education in Madhya Pradesh and have since settled in United States of America have shown a rare gesture towards Medical University established at Jabalpur.
The doctors who have received medical education in Madhya Pradesh and have since settled in United States of America have shown a rare gesture towards Medical University established at Jabalpur.
RBI keeps key rates unchanged, cuts SLR by 1 percent | ummid.com
RBI keeps key rates unchanged, cuts SLR by 1 percent | ummid.com
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) Tuesday kept key policy rates unchanged for the second time since June saying lowering them would raise inflationary pressure without necessarily stimulating growth.
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) Tuesday kept key policy rates unchanged for the second time since June saying lowering them would raise inflationary pressure without necessarily stimulating growth.
'Brain wired differently in autobiographical memory' | ummid.com
'Brain wired differently in autobiographical memory' | ummid.com
US scientists have discovered intriguing differences in the brains of an extraordinary group of people who can effortlessly recall every moment of their lives from 10 years onwards.
US scientists have discovered intriguing differences in the brains of an extraordinary group of people who can effortlessly recall every moment of their lives from 10 years onwards.
Power heads of five states face watchdog action | ummid.com
Power heads of five states face watchdog action | ummid.com
Those summoned for the Aug 14 hearing by the Central Electricity Regulatory Commission are Uttar Pradesh, Haryana, Punjab, Uttarakhand and Jammu and Kashmir.
Those summoned for the Aug 14 hearing by the Central Electricity Regulatory Commission are Uttar Pradesh, Haryana, Punjab, Uttarakhand and Jammu and Kashmir.
Kazmi, Iranians named suspects in Israeli embassy car blast | ummid.com
Kazmi, Iranians named suspects in Israeli embassy car blast | ummid.com
The Delhi Police Tuesday filed a chargesheet in a city court accusing journalist Syed Mohammad Kazmi of conspiring with foreigners for the Feb 13 Israeli embassy car blast.
The Delhi Police Tuesday filed a chargesheet in a city court accusing journalist Syed Mohammad Kazmi of conspiring with foreigners for the Feb 13 Israeli embassy car blast.
Chidambaram is finance minister, Sushilkumar Shinde gets home | ummid.com
Chidambaram is finance minister, Sushilkumar Shinde gets home | ummid.com
Home Minister P.Chidambaram is India's new finance minister, while his cabinet colleague Sushilkumar Shinde will take charge of the home ministry, a Rashtrapati Bhavan communique issued Tuesday said.
Home Minister P.Chidambaram is India's new finance minister, while his cabinet colleague Sushilkumar Shinde will take charge of the home ministry, a Rashtrapati Bhavan communique issued Tuesday said.
Australian universities woo students from India | ummid.com
Australian universities woo students from India | ummid.com
Tuition fees in the universities were between Australian $14,000 (over Rs.eight lakh) to $35,000 (over Rs.20 lakh) per year for under-graduate courses and between Australian $15,000 and $36,000 per year for post-graduate courses.
Tuition fees in the universities were between Australian $14,000 (over Rs.eight lakh) to $35,000 (over Rs.20 lakh) per year for under-graduate courses and between Australian $15,000 and $36,000 per year for post-graduate courses.
Myanmarese Muslims seek refuge in Hyderabad; MIM lend helping hand | ummid.com
Myanmarese Muslims seek refuge in Hyderabad; MIM lend helping hand | ummid.com
Majlis-e-Ittehadul Muslimeen (MIM), the powerful Muslim political party in Hyderabad, has also come forward with a helping hand. MIM legislator Ahmed Balala met the refugees and assured all help on behalf of the party.
Majlis-e-Ittehadul Muslimeen (MIM), the powerful Muslim political party in Hyderabad, has also come forward with a helping hand. MIM legislator Ahmed Balala met the refugees and assured all help on behalf of the party.
Power will return by 7-7:30 p.m.: Power Grid | ummid.com
Power will return by 7-7:30 p.m.: Power Grid | ummid.com
Most places affected by the failure of three power grids in the country will get back power by 7-7:30 p.m., Power Grid Corp of India chairman R.K. Nayak assured Tuesday, asking the public to have faith in the transmission system.
Most places affected by the failure of three power grids in the country will get back power by 7-7:30 p.m., Power Grid Corp of India chairman R.K. Nayak assured Tuesday, asking the public to have faith in the transmission system.
Power crisis now trips 19 states, 600 million people hit | ummid.com
Power crisis now trips 19 states, 600 million people hit | ummid.com
The power crisis that hit northern India turned into a larger blackout a day later Tuesday to affect as many as 19 states not just in the north but also in the east and northeast, paralysing essential services such as rail and metro operations, besides causing massive traffic snarls.
The power crisis that hit northern India turned into a larger blackout a day later Tuesday to affect as many as 19 states not just in the north but also in the east and northeast, paralysing essential services such as rail and metro operations, besides causing massive traffic snarls.
Peace hangs by a thread in ethnically-volatile Assam | ummid.com
Peace hangs by a thread in ethnically-volatile Assam | ummid.com
The recent ethnic flare-up in Assam that killed 58 and displaced hundreds of thousands of people not only shook the governments in both the state and the centre but revived the debate on why peace is so fragile in the northeastern state.
The recent ethnic flare-up in Assam that killed 58 and displaced hundreds of thousands of people not only shook the governments in both the state and the centre but revived the debate on why peace is so fragile in the northeastern state.
Strategy needed to tackle zoonotic diseases, say experts | ummid.com
Strategy needed to tackle zoonotic diseases, say experts | ummid.com
Zoonotic diseases, or diseases that transmit from animals to humans, like rabies, chikunguniya and Japanese Encephalitis, comprise a majority of the diseases afflicting humans today around the world, especially in South Asia, and a concerted strategy is needed to tackle such infections.
Zoonotic diseases, or diseases that transmit from animals to humans, like rabies, chikunguniya and Japanese Encephalitis, comprise a majority of the diseases afflicting humans today around the world, especially in South Asia, and a concerted strategy is needed to tackle such infections.
Even animals won't eat Mid-Day Meal served in Goa schools: Parrikar | ummid.com
Even animals won't eat Mid-Day Meal served in Goa schools: Parrikar | ummid.com
The food given to school children in Goa under the Mid-Day Meal Scheme is unfit even for animals, Chief Minister Manohar Parrikar told the legislative assembly Tuesday.
The food given to school children in Goa under the Mid-Day Meal Scheme is unfit even for animals, Chief Minister Manohar Parrikar told the legislative assembly Tuesday.
Iftar party: 2 kids dead, 400 hospitalised for food poisoning | ummid.com
Iftar party: 2 kids dead, 400 hospitalised for food poisoning | ummid.com
Two children died of food poisoning and over 400 people have been hospitalised after consuming food at an Iftar party in West Bengal, an official said Tuesday.
Two children died of food poisoning and over 400 people have been hospitalised after consuming food at an Iftar party in West Bengal, an official said Tuesday.
Powerless again, Northern and Eastern Grid break down | ummid.com
Powerless again, Northern and Eastern Grid break down | ummid.com
Large parts of north and east India went without power Tuesday as the Northern Grid and sections of the Eastern and Northeastern Grid broke down, affecting supply in 10 states and paralysing train traffic as well as essential services such as the Delhi Metro.
Large parts of north and east India went without power Tuesday as the Northern Grid and sections of the Eastern and Northeastern Grid broke down, affecting supply in 10 states and paralysing train traffic as well as essential services such as the Delhi Metro.
Modi's object lesson in political grandiosity | ummid.com
Modi's object lesson in political grandiosity | ummid.com
Somewhere along the lines Modi also appears to betray a martyr complex by raising his alleged failures to the level of a crime deserving of the capital punishment.
Somewhere along the lines Modi also appears to betray a martyr complex by raising his alleged failures to the level of a crime deserving of the capital punishment.
Frequencies that touch lives: India's growing community radio stations | ummid.com
Frequencies that touch lives: India's growing community radio stations | ummid.com
India today has 135 community radio stations and another 300 are in the process of being set up. The government is giving a major push to this medium by holding workshops across the country, offering content sharing platforms, making it economically viable for those running such stations and also linking up with them via Facebook.
India today has 135 community radio stations and another 300 are in the process of being set up. The government is giving a major push to this medium by holding workshops across the country, offering content sharing platforms, making it economically viable for those running such stations and also linking up with them via Facebook.
Mental illness behind her, but nowhere to go | ummid.com
Mental illness behind her, but nowhere to go | ummid.com
According to the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR), there are over 70 million people with some form of mental illness in the country and about a quarter of them are homeless.
According to the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR), there are over 70 million people with some form of mental illness in the country and about a quarter of them are homeless.
Army man killed, six injured in Assam blast | ummid.com
Army man killed, six injured in Assam blast | ummid.com
An army man was killed and six others were injured when suspected militants triggered a powerful bomb blast in Goalpara district of Assam Tuesday, said police.
An army man was killed and six others were injured when suspected militants triggered a powerful bomb blast in Goalpara district of Assam Tuesday, said police.
Monday, July 30, 2012
Maharashtra axes four SEZs after local opposition | ummid.com
Maharashtra axes four SEZs after local opposition | ummid.com
The SEZs - two in Pune and one in Raigad and Aurangabad each - were among the 238 proposed in Maharashtra and were expected to boost development and employment opportunities by pumping in huge investments in the projects.
The SEZs - two in Pune and one in Raigad and Aurangabad each - were among the 238 proposed in Maharashtra and were expected to boost development and employment opportunities by pumping in huge investments in the projects.
Congress members harming party prospects in Gujarat: Shastri | ummid.com
Congress members harming party prospects in Gujarat: Shastri | ummid.com
The veteran Congressman and working committee member, who is the son of former prime minister Lal Bahadur Shastri, in his comments on micro blogging site Twitter, slammed Congress leaders Shankersinh Vaghela and Vijay Darda for making the situation bad for the party in Gujarat.
The veteran Congressman and working committee member, who is the son of former prime minister Lal Bahadur Shastri, in his comments on micro blogging site Twitter, slammed Congress leaders Shankersinh Vaghela and Vijay Darda for making the situation bad for the party in Gujarat.
Emirati business woman wins international award | ummid.com
Emirati business woman wins international award | ummid.com
Emirati woman entreprenuer Faiza Al Sayed has been named as a recipient of The International Alliance for Women (TIAW) World of Difference 100 Awards.
Emirati woman entreprenuer Faiza Al Sayed has been named as a recipient of The International Alliance for Women (TIAW) World of Difference 100 Awards.
British scientists to study how cows make friends! | ummid.com
British scientists to study how cows make friends! | ummid.com
High-tech proximity collars have been fitted to cows on a farm in Cullompton, Devon county for the research's first stage. These collars use radio signals to determine how close one cow is to another, allowing scientists to map the animals' social interactions.
High-tech proximity collars have been fitted to cows on a farm in Cullompton, Devon county for the research's first stage. These collars use radio signals to determine how close one cow is to another, allowing scientists to map the animals' social interactions.
Israeli embassy car blast: Kazmi's plea to come up Oct 12 | ummid.com
Israeli embassy car blast: Kazmi's plea to come up Oct 12 | ummid.com
A Delhi court Monday refused to interfere with a magistrate's order giving more time to the police to probe the alleged role of journalist Syed Mohammad Kazmi in the Feb 13 Israeli embassy car blast. The case would next be heard Oct 12.
A Delhi court Monday refused to interfere with a magistrate's order giving more time to the police to probe the alleged role of journalist Syed Mohammad Kazmi in the Feb 13 Israeli embassy car blast. The case would next be heard Oct 12.
Gunmen occupy Yemen ministry; kidnap Italian diplomat | ummid.com
Gunmen occupy Yemen ministry; kidnap Italian diplomat | ummid.com
Tribesmen briefly held interior ministry employees hostage. They freed the ministry personnel a few hours later but continued to occupy the building, a ministry official said.
Tribesmen briefly held interior ministry employees hostage. They freed the ministry personnel a few hours later but continued to occupy the building, a ministry official said.
ASI gets HC nod to remove construction at excavated mosque site | ummid.com
ASI gets HC nod to remove construction at excavated mosque site | ummid.com
According to the ASI, Subhash Park fell within the restricted zone of two protected heritage sites -- Sunehri Masjid and Red Fort -- and any construction in the area required permission from the National Monuments Authority.
According to the ASI, Subhash Park fell within the restricted zone of two protected heritage sites -- Sunehri Masjid and Red Fort -- and any construction in the area required permission from the National Monuments Authority.
Olympics of superstitions | ummid.com
Olympics of superstitions | ummid.com
Many Olympians may strongly believe in scientific methods of training, yet they are superstitious. They seem to think that some of their routine rituals are necessary to psyche them up ahead of a contest and also enhance their performance levels.
Many Olympians may strongly believe in scientific methods of training, yet they are superstitious. They seem to think that some of their routine rituals are necessary to psyche them up ahead of a contest and also enhance their performance levels.
Fifty detained outside Pawar's house, Team Anna denies role | ummid.com
Fifty detained outside Pawar's house, Team Anna denies role | ummid.com
A total of 50 people, claiming to be supporters of Anna Hazare, were detained Monday for protesting outside the house of union Agriculture Minister Sharad Pawar here.
A total of 50 people, claiming to be supporters of Anna Hazare, were detained Monday for protesting outside the house of union Agriculture Minister Sharad Pawar here.
Ayurveda centre opens at Indian mission in Trinidad | ummid.com
Ayurveda centre opens at Indian mission in Trinidad | ummid.com
Around 44 percent of Trinidad and Tobago's population has its genesis from India's Uttar Pradesh and Bihar states, who came during 1845 to 1917 to work in the agricultural sector after the freedom of African slaves.
Around 44 percent of Trinidad and Tobago's population has its genesis from India's Uttar Pradesh and Bihar states, who came during 1845 to 1917 to work in the agricultural sector after the freedom of African slaves.
Inflation, fiscal deficit leave little room for rate cut | ummid.com
Inflation, fiscal deficit leave little room for rate cut | ummid.com
The RBI is scheduled to announce the first quarter review of the monetary policy July 31. In the mid-quarter review announced last month, the central bank had left key policy rates unchanged after cutting the rates by 50 basis points in April.
The RBI is scheduled to announce the first quarter review of the monetary policy July 31. In the mid-quarter review announced last month, the central bank had left key policy rates unchanged after cutting the rates by 50 basis points in April.
Shooter Narang opens medal count for India, wins bronze | ummid.com
Shooter Narang opens medal count for India, wins bronze | ummid.com
It was the third time in row that Indian shooters had won medals at the Olympics. Double trap shooter Rajyavardhan Singh Rathore won the silver in 2004, Bindra gave India a historic gold in Beijing, and now Narang has bagged a bronze in London.
It was the third time in row that Indian shooters had won medals at the Olympics. Double trap shooter Rajyavardhan Singh Rathore won the silver in 2004, Bindra gave India a historic gold in Beijing, and now Narang has bagged a bronze in London.
Woman, 96, dies preparing for 70ft abseil | ummid.com
Woman, 96, dies preparing for 70ft abseil | ummid.com
A thrill-seeking 96-year-old British woman collapsed and died just ahead of taking part in a 70-feet abseil, the controlled descent down a rock face using a rope.
A thrill-seeking 96-year-old British woman collapsed and died just ahead of taking part in a 70-feet abseil, the controlled descent down a rock face using a rope.
273 of total 288 acres of land available to AMU to start campus: Mamata | ummid.com
273 of total 288 acres vailable to AMU to start campus: Mamata | ummid.com
Initially, during the Left Front regime, the Aligarh Muslim University was allotted 288 acres of land to set up its campus in Murshidabad district. But later on, problems cropped up over 15 acres of land within the allocated 288 acres over compensation and some political issues.
Initially, during the Left Front regime, the Aligarh Muslim University was allotted 288 acres of land to set up its campus in Murshidabad district. But later on, problems cropped up over 15 acres of land within the allocated 288 acres over compensation and some political issues.
Power trip hits seven states, millions suffer | ummid.com
Power trip hits seven states, millions suffer | ummid.com
Apart from the national capital Delhi, supplies were sharply affected in Punjab, Haryana, Himachal Pradesh, Uttar Pradesh, Rajasthan and Jammu and Kashmir, said V.V. Sharma, general manager of Power System Operation Corp Ltd.
Apart from the national capital Delhi, supplies were sharply affected in Punjab, Haryana, Himachal Pradesh, Uttar Pradesh, Rajasthan and Jammu and Kashmir, said V.V. Sharma, general manager of Power System Operation Corp Ltd.
Restore religious places damaged during riots, Gujarat ordered | ummid.com
Restore religious places damaged during riots, Gujarat ordered | ummid.com
The Supreme Court Monday declined to suspend the Gujarat High Court order directing the state government to pay for the repair of religious places damaged during 2002 riots.
The Supreme Court Monday declined to suspend the Gujarat High Court order directing the state government to pay for the repair of religious places damaged during 2002 riots.
Teachers rent out Pakistani school during vacation | ummid.com
Teachers rent out Pakistani school during vacation | ummid.com
Journalists saw at least eight tailors busy sewing inside empty classrooms of the Shah Muhammad Primary School in Larkana while some men were seen weaving mats in other rooms.
Journalists saw at least eight tailors busy sewing inside empty classrooms of the Shah Muhammad Primary School in Larkana while some men were seen weaving mats in other rooms.
School children work on 'designs for change' | ummid.com
School children work on 'designs for change' | ummid.com
This year, the DFC contest has spread to 34 countries. It will encompass 300,000 schools and will touch 25 million children with the "I Can" theme, fuelled by passion, belief and a compelling sense of purpose.
This year, the DFC contest has spread to 34 countries. It will encompass 300,000 schools and will touch 25 million children with the "I Can" theme, fuelled by passion, belief and a compelling sense of purpose.
Boys' impulsiveness linked to better math ability | ummid.com
Boys' impulsiveness linked to better math ability | ummid.com
Girls and boys start grade school with different approaches to arithmetic problems - girls favour a slow and accurate approach and boys a faster but more error-prone approach.
Girls and boys start grade school with different approaches to arithmetic problems - girls favour a slow and accurate approach and boys a faster but more error-prone approach.
Train fire: Majority of victims from Chennai | ummid.com
Train fire: Majority of victims from Chennai | ummid.com
Most of the victims of the train fire at Nellore in Andhra Pradesh early Monday were from Chennai, according to railway officials.
Most of the victims of the train fire at Nellore in Andhra Pradesh early Monday were from Chennai, according to railway officials.
35 burnt alive as Tamil Nadu Express catches fire | ummid.com
35 burnt alive as Tamil Nadu Express catches fire | ummid.com
The fire broke out between 4.30 a.m. and 4.45 a.m. in the S-11 compartment minutes after the Chennai-bound train left Nellore railway station in south coastal Andhra Pradesh, about 450 km from Hyderabad.
The fire broke out between 4.30 a.m. and 4.45 a.m. in the S-11 compartment minutes after the Chennai-bound train left Nellore railway station in south coastal Andhra Pradesh, about 450 km from Hyderabad.
Sunday, July 29, 2012
Olympics: Saina, Jai Bhagwan, Vijender add lustre to India's campaign | ummid.com
Olympics: Saina, Jai Bhagwan, Vijender add lustre to India's campaign | ummid.com
India's star shuttler Saina Nehwal eased out her opening match rival and boxer Jai Bhagwan joined his more illustrious team mate Vijender Singh in the round of 16 to raise India's hopes on a rain-truncated day at the London Olympic Games here Sunday.
India's star shuttler Saina Nehwal eased out her opening match rival and boxer Jai Bhagwan joined his more illustrious team mate Vijender Singh in the round of 16 to raise India's hopes on a rain-truncated day at the London Olympic Games here Sunday.
Five killed as train catches fire in Andhra Pradesh | ummid.com
Five killed as train catches fire in Andhra Pradesh | ummid.com
At least five people were killed and several others injured when the Delhi-Chennai Tamil Nadu Express caught fire near Nellore in the early hours of Monday, officials said.
At least five people were killed and several others injured when the Delhi-Chennai Tamil Nadu Express caught fire near Nellore in the early hours of Monday, officials said.
Congress takes dim view of party MP praising Modi | ummid.com
Congress takes dim view of party MP praising Modi | ummid.com
Modi seized the opportunity offered by Darda's remarks and took a dig at the Congress, saying the MP may have to pay price for calling him a lion and may be issued a show-cause notice by his party.
Modi seized the opportunity offered by Darda's remarks and took a dig at the Congress, saying the MP may have to pay price for calling him a lion and may be issued a show-cause notice by his party.
Special Police Officer shot dead by Maoists in Odisha | ummid.com
Special Police Officer shot dead by Maoists in Odisha | ummid.com
A special police officer (SPO) was killed and another injured Sunday after Maoists opened fire at them at a rural market in Odisha's Malkangiri district.
A special police officer (SPO) was killed and another injured Sunday after Maoists opened fire at them at a rural market in Odisha's Malkangiri district.
Power-short Punjab changes office timings, ban ACs use | ummid.com
Power-short Punjab changes office timings, ban ACs use | ummid.com
An acute shortage of power across the state has forced the Punjab government to announce Sunday that office timings in all government offices will be changed from Aug 1 (Wednesday).
An acute shortage of power across the state has forced the Punjab government to announce Sunday that office timings in all government offices will be changed from Aug 1 (Wednesday).
Public debate needed on future of Parliament House: Lok Sabha secretary general | ummid.com
Public debate needed on future of Parliament House: Lok Sabha secretary general | ummid.com
The parliament rotunda was designed by architects Sir Edwin Lutyens and Sir Herbert Baker who were responsible for the planning and construction of New Delhi after it was chosen as the site for the new capital of the British colonial rulers in 1911.
The parliament rotunda was designed by architects Sir Edwin Lutyens and Sir Herbert Baker who were responsible for the planning and construction of New Delhi after it was chosen as the site for the new capital of the British colonial rulers in 1911.
Eight held for 'Talibanising' in Karnataka | ummid.com
Eight held for 'Talibanising' in Karnataka | ummid.com
Eight activists of the Hindu Jagarana Vedike were arrested for allegedly beating over a dozen youths including girls at a weekend party on outskirts of this Karnataka city.
Eight activists of the Hindu Jagarana Vedike were arrested for allegedly beating over a dozen youths including girls at a weekend party on outskirts of this Karnataka city.
Hazare begins fast, demands passage of Jan Lokpal bill | ummid.com
Hazare begins fast, demands passage of Jan Lokpal bill | ummid.com
Hazare, 75, began his fast at 10.30 a.m. at the Jantar Mantar in the heart of the capital, very near the seat of the Indian government. It is his third indefinite fast in the capital in just over a year.
Hazare, 75, began his fast at 10.30 a.m. at the Jantar Mantar in the heart of the capital, very near the seat of the Indian government. It is his third indefinite fast in the capital in just over a year.
Iranian Artist boasts of smallest gold engraved Quran | ummid.com
Iranian Artist boasts of smallest gold engraved Quran | ummid.com
Following last year’s stupendous feat of confining the entire text of the book onto two 21cmX15cm pages of gold — creating a world record for the smallest gold engraved Quran — the eagle-eyed artist has articulated his craft onto a different precious metal.
Following last year’s stupendous feat of confining the entire text of the book onto two 21cmX15cm pages of gold — creating a world record for the smallest gold engraved Quran — the eagle-eyed artist has articulated his craft onto a different precious metal.
India-Saudi ties poised for upsurge after Jundal handover | ummid.com
India-Saudi ties poised for upsurge after Jundal handover | ummid.com
What has taken experts and Saudi-watchers by surprise is that Saudi Arabia, despite its close ties with Pakistan, handed over to India the prize catch that ended up exposing Islamabad and has infused a new momentum in New Delhi's quest for 26/11 justice.
What has taken experts and Saudi-watchers by surprise is that Saudi Arabia, despite its close ties with Pakistan, handed over to India the prize catch that ended up exposing Islamabad and has infused a new momentum in New Delhi's quest for 26/11 justice.
A robot that walks on water! | ummid.com
A robot that walks on water! | ummid.com
Qinmin Pan and colleagues from Harbin Institute of Technology and the National Natural Science Foundation of China, reported a number of advances toward tiny robots that can walk on water.
Qinmin Pan and colleagues from Harbin Institute of Technology and the National Natural Science Foundation of China, reported a number of advances toward tiny robots that can walk on water.
Governor among 18 killed in Afghanistan | ummid.com
Governor among 18 killed in Afghanistan | ummid.com
Mohammad Ismael Wafa, the governor of Chak district, some 30 from Kabul, was on his way to office when Taliban militants fired at his vehicle Sunday.
Mohammad Ismael Wafa, the governor of Chak district, some 30 from Kabul, was on his way to office when Taliban militants fired at his vehicle Sunday.
Kerala okays medical college | ummid.com
Kerala okays medical college | ummid.com
The Kerala government has okayed the setting up of a Rs.300 crore hospital and medical college in which the diaspora will be allowed to invest.
The Kerala government has okayed the setting up of a Rs.300 crore hospital and medical college in which the diaspora will be allowed to invest.
Amid monsoon worry, interest-free loan for Rajasthan farmers | ummid.com
Amid monsoon worry, interest-free loan for Rajasthan farmers | ummid.com
As possible monsoon failure looms large, the 26 million farmers in Rajasthan have unexpected help at hand. Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot has announced a far-reaching scheme that entitles them a loan of up to Rs.1 lakh each, interest-free.
As possible monsoon failure looms large, the 26 million farmers in Rajasthan have unexpected help at hand. Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot has announced a far-reaching scheme that entitles them a loan of up to Rs.1 lakh each, interest-free.
Morocco wants ties with India to go beyond food security | ummid.com
Morocco wants ties with India to go beyond food security | ummid.com
Morocco, which shared bilateral trade worth $1.6 billion with India last year, accounts for some 60 percent of the country's phosphatic needs, a mineral primarily used in the manufacture of di-ammonium phosphate, an important plant nutrient.
Morocco, which shared bilateral trade worth $1.6 billion with India last year, accounts for some 60 percent of the country's phosphatic needs, a mineral primarily used in the manufacture of di-ammonium phosphate, an important plant nutrient.
Abducted woman untraceable, husband still in hospital | ummid.com
Abducted woman untraceable, husband still in hospital | ummid.com
An upper caste woman abducted in Bihar 12 days ago allegedly for marrying a Dalit against her family's wishes remains untraced.
An upper caste woman abducted in Bihar 12 days ago allegedly for marrying a Dalit against her family's wishes remains untraced.
Play with thy Neighbour: Indo-Pak Cricket Series | ummid.com
Play with thy Neighbour: Indo-Pak Cricket Series | ummid.com
The popular perception in India is that Pakistan is responsible for all acts of terror in India. While in Pakistan many things are attributed to the role of India, its interference in the Pakistan. In India one can see that with the mention of word Pakistan, there is an instant fright descending in the atmosphere.
The popular perception in India is that Pakistan is responsible for all acts of terror in India. While in Pakistan many things are attributed to the role of India, its interference in the Pakistan. In India one can see that with the mention of word Pakistan, there is an instant fright descending in the atmosphere.
Zardari to attend Makkah Summit of Muslim leaders | ummid.com
Zardari to attend Makkah Summit of Muslim leaders | ummid.com
Saudi king Abdullah bin Abdul Aziz has invited many Muslim leaders to attend the summit Aug 14-15, on the 27th day of the holy month of Ramadan.
Saudi king Abdullah bin Abdul Aziz has invited many Muslim leaders to attend the summit Aug 14-15, on the 27th day of the holy month of Ramadan.
Night shifts raise heart attack risk | ummid.com
Night shifts raise heart attack risk | ummid.com
People working shifts also have higher levels of unhealthy behaviours such as eating junk food, sleeping badly and not exercising, which are linked to heart problems.
People working shifts also have higher levels of unhealthy behaviours such as eating junk food, sleeping badly and not exercising, which are linked to heart problems.
British schools face space crunch | ummid.com
British schools face space crunch | ummid.com
Figures from the education department have shown the number of pupils in state schools is expected to rise to 7,950,000 by the end of the decade - 935,000 more than now.
Figures from the education department have shown the number of pupils in state schools is expected to rise to 7,950,000 by the end of the decade - 935,000 more than now.
Alcohol can triple original dose of medicine | ummid.com
Alcohol can triple original dose of medicine | ummid.com
Lab experiments have demonstrated how alcohol made several drugs up to three times more available to the body, effectively tripling the original dose, said Christel Bergstrom.
Lab experiments have demonstrated how alcohol made several drugs up to three times more available to the body, effectively tripling the original dose, said Christel Bergstrom.
Saturday, July 28, 2012
India successfully tests supersonic cruise missile | ummid.com
India successfully tests supersonic cruise missile | ummid.com
India Sunday successfully tested the supersonic cruise missile 'BrahMos' from a defence base in Odisha.
India Sunday successfully tested the supersonic cruise missile 'BrahMos' from a defence base in Odisha.
Olympics: Vijender, Kashyap and Ghosh keep India's spirits up | ummid.com
Olympics: Vijender, Kashyap and Ghosh keep India's spirits up | ummid.com
The country's lone Olympic boxing medallist Vijender Singh did well to subdue Kazakhstan's Danabek Sukhanov with some quick, hard punching to win 14-10 points to end the day on a bright note.
The country's lone Olympic boxing medallist Vijender Singh did well to subdue Kazakhstan's Danabek Sukhanov with some quick, hard punching to win 14-10 points to end the day on a bright note.
Girls 'Talibanised' at Karnataka's Mangalore for partying | ummid.com
Girls 'Talibanised' at Karnataka's Mangalore for partying | ummid.com
In a shocking incident of moral policing, young women attending a party at a resort in Karnataka's coastal city of Mangalore were Saturday slapped, pulled by their hair and pushed around by a group of people.
In a shocking incident of moral policing, young women attending a party at a resort in Karnataka's coastal city of Mangalore were Saturday slapped, pulled by their hair and pushed around by a group of people.
Tunnel from Pakistan found near border in Kashmir | ummid.com
Tunnel from Pakistan found near border in Kashmir | ummid.com
Khan said more details would be known after the matter was investigated by all agencies but prima facie it appears to be made "to facilitate infiltration and smuggle in arms and ammunition".
Khan said more details would be known after the matter was investigated by all agencies but prima facie it appears to be made "to facilitate infiltration and smuggle in arms and ammunition".
Three Ambedkar statues vandalised in UP | ummid.com
Three Ambedkar statues vandalised in UP | ummid.com
Two days after a statue of former Uttar Pradesh chief minister Mayawati was vandalised here, three statues of Dalit icon B.R. Ambedkar were damaged in Azamgarh district.
Two days after a statue of former Uttar Pradesh chief minister Mayawati was vandalised here, three statues of Dalit icon B.R. Ambedkar were damaged in Azamgarh district.
Hazare supporters protest outside PM's house, detained | ummid.com
Hazare supporters protest outside PM's house, detained | ummid.com
Team Anna's anti-graft protest Saturday reached near Prime Minister Manmohan Singh's heavily guarded residence here after more people joined the ongoing agitation at Jantar Mantar over the weekend.
Team Anna's anti-graft protest Saturday reached near Prime Minister Manmohan Singh's heavily guarded residence here after more people joined the ongoing agitation at Jantar Mantar over the weekend.
Muslims help in temple construction in Ramadan in Bihar | ummid.com
Muslims help in temple construction in Ramadan in Bihar | ummid.com
In an example of communal harmony in India, Muslims in the holy month of Ramadan have helped in the construction of a Jain temple in Bhagalpur town of Bihar.
In an example of communal harmony in India, Muslims in the holy month of Ramadan have helped in the construction of a Jain temple in Bhagalpur town of Bihar.
Short skirts cause women harassment: Trinamool lawmaker | ummid.com
Short skirts cause women harassment: Trinamool lawmaker | ummid.com
Bengali actor and Trinamool Congress legislator Chiranjeet aka Dipak Chakraborty Saturday contended that short dresses worn by women were one of the main reasons behind the increase in incidents of harassment of women.
Bengali actor and Trinamool Congress legislator Chiranjeet aka Dipak Chakraborty Saturday contended that short dresses worn by women were one of the main reasons behind the increase in incidents of harassment of women.
Olympic: Kashyap gives India winning start; Jwala-Diju lose | ummid.com
Olympic: Kashyap gives India winning start; Jwala-Diju lose | ummid.com
Parupalli Kashyap gave India its first win in badminton while the mixed doubles pair of V. Diju and Jwala Gutta went down in their opening group match of the London Olympics at the Wembley Arena here Saturday.
Parupalli Kashyap gave India its first win in badminton while the mixed doubles pair of V. Diju and Jwala Gutta went down in their opening group match of the London Olympics at the Wembley Arena here Saturday.
PM calls for end to Assam violence, assures proper probe | ummid.com
PM calls for end to Assam violence, assures proper probe | ummid.com
A delegation of the All India United Democratic Front (AIUDF) led by its chief Badaruddin Ajmal met the prime minister at the Lokapriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport and asked him to step up efforts for the safety and security of people in the district.
A delegation of the All India United Democratic Front (AIUDF) led by its chief Badaruddin Ajmal met the prime minister at the Lokapriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport and asked him to step up efforts for the safety and security of people in the district.
Al Hamad becomes first female Qatar Olympian | ummid.com
Al Hamad becomes first female Qatar Olympian | ummid.com
Qatar, along with Saudi Arabia and Brunei, were the only International Olympic Committee (IOC) countries to have never sent a female competitor to the Olympics but all have women participating in London.
Qatar, along with Saudi Arabia and Brunei, were the only International Olympic Committee (IOC) countries to have never sent a female competitor to the Olympics but all have women participating in London.
Blame social jet lag for that tired Monday feeling | ummid.com
Blame social jet lag for that tired Monday feeling | ummid.com
While travel-induced jet lag is something most of us only endure occasionally, social jet lag can make itself felt every week.
While travel-induced jet lag is something most of us only endure occasionally, social jet lag can make itself felt every week.
Tick bite turns red meat into nasty allergy | ummid.com
Tick bite turns red meat into nasty allergy | ummid.com
Waking up at midnight with breathing difficulties and in a state of shock could be due to a severe allergic reaction (delayed anaphylaxis) to red meat, warn researchers.
Waking up at midnight with breathing difficulties and in a state of shock could be due to a severe allergic reaction (delayed anaphylaxis) to red meat, warn researchers.
Modi's Urdu weekly interview: SP distances from editor Shahid Siddiqui | ummid.com
Modi's Urdu weekly interview: SP distances from editor Shahid Siddiqui | ummid.com
The Samajwadi Party (SP) Saturday clearly distanced itself from Shahid Siddiqui, saying he had long ago quit the party and was not even a primary member.
The Samajwadi Party (SP) Saturday clearly distanced itself from Shahid Siddiqui, saying he had long ago quit the party and was not even a primary member.
Malaysia’s pregnant shooter competing at Olympics | ummid.com
Malaysia’s pregnant shooter competing at Olympics | ummid.com
Malaysia’s Nur Suryani Mohammed Taibi, an eight-month pregnant markswoman, will be competing at the London Olympics in the 10-metre air rifle Saturday.
Malaysia’s Nur Suryani Mohammed Taibi, an eight-month pregnant markswoman, will be competing at the London Olympics in the 10-metre air rifle Saturday.
Pranab won't be rubber-stamp president | ummid.com
Pranab won't be rubber-stamp president | ummid.com
Mukherjee is a politician of considerable administrative experience and intuitive grasp over the functioning of the system. As such, he cannot be expected to sign on the dotted line, as Fakhruddin Ali Ahmed did during the 1975-77 Emergency.
Mukherjee is a politician of considerable administrative experience and intuitive grasp over the functioning of the system. As such, he cannot be expected to sign on the dotted line, as Fakhruddin Ali Ahmed did during the 1975-77 Emergency.
UN calls for independent inquiry into Myanmar riots | ummid.com
UN calls for independent inquiry into Myanmar riots | ummid.com
Navi Pillay said on Friday that an initial move by Myanmar security forces to quash violence in the restive Rakhine state has reportedly turned into a crackdown against Muslim minorities.
Navi Pillay said on Friday that an initial move by Myanmar security forces to quash violence in the restive Rakhine state has reportedly turned into a crackdown against Muslim minorities.
Friday, July 27, 2012
US defends rant against outsourcing jobs to India | ummid.com
US defends rant against outsourcing jobs to India | ummid.com
The US sees no contradiction in President Barack Obama's election year rhetoric against outsourcing of jobs to India and its efforts to forge a stronger strategic partnership with New Delhi.
The US sees no contradiction in President Barack Obama's election year rhetoric against outsourcing of jobs to India and its efforts to forge a stronger strategic partnership with New Delhi.
Spectacular, innovative opening to 2012 London Olympics | ummid.com
Spectacular, innovative opening to 2012 London Olympics | ummid.com
The ringing of the giant Olympic bell by cyclist Bradley Wiggins was the end of the introduction and the start of the ceremony proper. It began in a 'Green and Pleasant Land', a representation of the English landscape -- the land of sunshine, soft grass and white clouds.
The ringing of the giant Olympic bell by cyclist Bradley Wiggins was the end of the introduction and the start of the ceremony proper. It began in a 'Green and Pleasant Land', a representation of the English landscape -- the land of sunshine, soft grass and white clouds.
80,000 displaced in Myanmar unrest | ummid.com
80,000 displaced in Myanmar unrest | ummid.com
Violence erupted May 28 in Rakhine state between Buddhists and minority Rohingya Muslims after a Buddhist woman was raped and killed.
Violence erupted May 28 in Rakhine state between Buddhists and minority Rohingya Muslims after a Buddhist woman was raped and killed.
Turkish boxing referee found dead at London hotel | ummid.com
Turkish boxing referee found dead at London hotel | ummid.com
Bayram Altug, the head of the Turkish Boxing Federation, said a colleague found the 73-year-old Garip Erkuyumcu dead in his bed Thursday. A heart attack is the suspected cause.
Bayram Altug, the head of the Turkish Boxing Federation, said a colleague found the 73-year-old Garip Erkuyumcu dead in his bed Thursday. A heart attack is the suspected cause.
Saudi Arabia threatens to quit Olympics | ummid.com
Saudi Arabia threatens to quit Olympics | ummid.com
Saudi Arabia has threatened to withdraw from the Olympics unless a female judo athlete was allowed to wear her headscarf in competition.
Saudi Arabia has threatened to withdraw from the Olympics unless a female judo athlete was allowed to wear her headscarf in competition.
US varsity launches undergraduate certificate in India studies | ummid.com
US varsity launches undergraduate certificate in India studies | ummid.com
One of the highlights of the certificate is a study abroad component. Students can choose to substitute coursework with one of many study abroad programmes to India for six credits.
One of the highlights of the certificate is a study abroad component. Students can choose to substitute coursework with one of many study abroad programmes to India for six credits.
Olympic Countdown has begun. It is Day 0. | ummid.com
Olympic Countdown has begun. It is Day 0. | ummid.com
Abdul Qayyum, a Hyderabad-born Indian IT professional, despaired over his delay in reaching the ticket counter. He looked fatigued from the long Ramadan fasting and little sleep.
Abdul Qayyum, a Hyderabad-born Indian IT professional, despaired over his delay in reaching the ticket counter. He looked fatigued from the long Ramadan fasting and little sleep.
Delhi to have 94 more government schools | ummid.com
Delhi to have 94 more government schools | ummid.com
The Delhi government will open 94 new schools in the national capital in the current academic session, a Delhi minister said Friday.
The Delhi government will open 94 new schools in the national capital in the current academic session, a Delhi minister said Friday.
Dey murder: Jigna Vora gets bail | ummid.com
Dey murder: Jigna Vora gets bail | ummid.com
A special Mumbai court Friday granted bail to woman journalist Jigna Vora arrested in the murder of senior journalist Jyotirmoy Dey in June last year.
A special Mumbai court Friday granted bail to woman journalist Jigna Vora arrested in the murder of senior journalist Jyotirmoy Dey in June last year.
Dementia can drain words of meaning | ummid.com
Dementia can drain words of meaning | ummid.com
Sharpley Hsieh and colleagues from Neuroscience Research Australia (NRA) explored how people with different types of dementia comprehend words describing sentiments such as 'doubt' and 'hopeful'.
Sharpley Hsieh and colleagues from Neuroscience Research Australia (NRA) explored how people with different types of dementia comprehend words describing sentiments such as 'doubt' and 'hopeful'.
Tween texting subverts grammar, language skills | ummid.com
Tween texting subverts grammar, language skills | ummid.com
When tweens write in techspeak, they often use shortcuts, such as homophones, omissions of non-essential letters and initials, to quickly and efficiently compose a text message.
When tweens write in techspeak, they often use shortcuts, such as homophones, omissions of non-essential letters and initials, to quickly and efficiently compose a text message.
New drug limits brain damage in stroke | ummid.com
New drug limits brain damage in stroke | ummid.com
Anakinra, a drug already used for rheumatoid arthritis, has shown promising results in stroke patients by dramatically limiting the amount of brain damage.
Anakinra, a drug already used for rheumatoid arthritis, has shown promising results in stroke patients by dramatically limiting the amount of brain damage.
India, Indonesia sign double tax avoidance pact, set $25 bn trade target | ummid.com
India, Indonesia sign double tax avoidance pact, set $25 bn trade target | ummid.com
Indonesia is the world's fourth most populous nation, the third largest democracy and the world's most populous Muslim nation which shares a civilisational heritage with India that dates back centuries.
Indonesia is the world's fourth most populous nation, the third largest democracy and the world's most populous Muslim nation which shares a civilisational heritage with India that dates back centuries.
N.D. Tiwari is Shekhar's biological father, rules court | ummid.com
N.D. Tiwari is Shekhar's biological father, rules court | ummid.com
Veteran Congress leader N.D. Tiwari is the biological father of Rohit Shekhar, the Delhi High Court said Friday after opening the DNA test report.
Veteran Congress leader N.D. Tiwari is the biological father of Rohit Shekhar, the Delhi High Court said Friday after opening the DNA test report.
UP government races to restore Mayawati statue | ummid.com
UP government races to restore Mayawati statue | ummid.com
A replica of the marble statue of the Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP) chief was found at the Sangeet Natak Academy (SNA) in Gomtinagar late Thursday and the administration got down to restoring it at 1.30 a.m. itself.
A replica of the marble statue of the Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP) chief was found at the Sangeet Natak Academy (SNA) in Gomtinagar late Thursday and the administration got down to restoring it at 1.30 a.m. itself.
Haj is not for making profits, says apex court | ummid.com
Haj is not for making profits, says apex court | ummid.com
"Haj is not for making profits," said the apex court bench of Justice Aftab Alam and Justice Ranjana Prakash Desai in the course of the hearing of a batch of petitions by PTOs, seeking to be registered for the allocation of Haj seats.
"Haj is not for making profits," said the apex court bench of Justice Aftab Alam and Justice Ranjana Prakash Desai in the course of the hearing of a batch of petitions by PTOs, seeking to be registered for the allocation of Haj seats.
Thin crowd on third day of Team Anna's fast | ummid.com
Thin crowd on third day of Team Anna's fast | ummid.com
There were only about 400 people at 12 noon, contrary to the thousands that had turned out at Team Anna's earlier agitations in Delhi. Veteran activist Anna Hazare, however, said Friday morning that size of the crowd did not matter.
There were only about 400 people at 12 noon, contrary to the thousands that had turned out at Team Anna's earlier agitations in Delhi. Veteran activist Anna Hazare, however, said Friday morning that size of the crowd did not matter.
Don't turn mosque row into Babri Masjid-2 | ummid.com
Don't turn mosque row into Babri Masjid-2 | ummid.com
Some smalltime politicians are trying to politicize the entire matter by instigating the masses at the site where foundations of a mosque were discovered while digging for Delhi Metro July 6. At the same time, motivated elements from Hindu communal groups are trying to create tensions.
Some smalltime politicians are trying to politicize the entire matter by instigating the masses at the site where foundations of a mosque were discovered while digging for Delhi Metro July 6. At the same time, motivated elements from Hindu communal groups are trying to create tensions.
Thursday, July 26, 2012
Google unveils new ultra-high speed internet | ummid.com
Google unveils new ultra-high speed internet | ummid.com
Offering an internet connectivity speed of one gigabit per second, Google said the service will be about 100 times faster than the speed most Americans have with current broadband connections
Offering an internet connectivity speed of one gigabit per second, Google said the service will be about 100 times faster than the speed most Americans have with current broadband connections
Now measure your sleep pattern with wireless | ummid.com
Now measure your sleep pattern with wireless | ummid.com
Unlike other devices, a person wouldn't have to wear any wires which often disrupt the natural sleep comfort. The new device can be attached with an iPod, iPad or iPhone.
Unlike other devices, a person wouldn't have to wear any wires which often disrupt the natural sleep comfort. The new device can be attached with an iPod, iPad or iPhone.
India is world's capital for open defecation, says Ramesh | ummid.com
India is world's capital for open defecation, says Ramesh | ummid.com
Ramesh said of 240,000 gram panchayats, only 28,000 had achieved the status of "nirmal gram" and his ministry intended that all panchayats achieve the status over the next 10 years.
Ramesh said of 240,000 gram panchayats, only 28,000 had achieved the status of "nirmal gram" and his ministry intended that all panchayats achieve the status over the next 10 years.
Sibal launches anti-ragging portal | ummid.com
Sibal launches anti-ragging portal | ummid.com
Human Resource Development Minister Kapil Sibal Thursday launched a round-the-clock anti-ragging website and helpline for reporting cases of ragging.
Human Resource Development Minister Kapil Sibal Thursday launched a round-the-clock anti-ragging website and helpline for reporting cases of ragging.
Student to launch $500 satellite | ummid.com
Student to launch $500 satellite | ummid.com
There's a long history of do-it-yourself satellites being launched by scientific groups, but Song said his is the first satellite designed and financed by an individual.
There's a long history of do-it-yourself satellites being launched by scientific groups, but Song said his is the first satellite designed and financed by an individual.
Dawn-to-dusk fasting challenges Muslims in Arctic | ummid.com
Dawn-to-dusk fasting challenges Muslims in Arctic | ummid.com
In Rovaniemi, a northern Finland town that straddles the Arctic Circle at 66 degrees north, the sun rises around 3:20 a.m. and sets about 11:20 p.m. That means Muslims who observe Ramadan could be required to go without food or drink for 20 hours.
In Rovaniemi, a northern Finland town that straddles the Arctic Circle at 66 degrees north, the sun rises around 3:20 a.m. and sets about 11:20 p.m. That means Muslims who observe Ramadan could be required to go without food or drink for 20 hours.
Ecstasy pills more harmful than earlier thought | ummid.com
Ecstasy pills more harmful than earlier thought | ummid.com
Taking ecstasy pills even in small amounts can damage memory, scientists have warned.
Taking ecstasy pills even in small amounts can damage memory, scientists have warned.
FDA approves personalized therapy for tough-to-treat colorectal cancer | ummid.com
FDA approves personalized therapy for tough-to-treat colorectal cancer | ummid.com
Colorectal cancer occurs when the disease has spread to at least one distant organ and tissues, such as the liver, lungs, lining of the abdomen or ovaries.
Colorectal cancer occurs when the disease has spread to at least one distant organ and tissues, such as the liver, lungs, lining of the abdomen or ovaries.
Panel suggests national media policy, regulation of media education | ummid.com
Panel suggests national media policy, regulation of media education | ummid.com
The Sectoral Innovation Council, which analysed the growth potential of the media and entertainment industry, submitted its recommendations on a roadmap for Innovation in I&B Sector to Information and Broadcasting Minister Ambika Soni.
The Sectoral Innovation Council, which analysed the growth potential of the media and entertainment industry, submitted its recommendations on a roadmap for Innovation in I&B Sector to Information and Broadcasting Minister Ambika Soni.
Cop suspended for not cooperating in Assam youth's death-probe | ummid.com
Cop suspended for not cooperating in Assam youth's death-probe | ummid.com
Bhattacharjee had gone missing after he began chasing four youth who had snatched his bag containing his original certificates and were trying to flee after the train stopped at Naugachia station.
Bhattacharjee had gone missing after he began chasing four youth who had snatched his bag containing his original certificates and were trying to flee after the train stopped at Naugachia station.
After Azam barb, disquiet in SP out in open | ummid.com
After Azam barb, disquiet in SP out in open | ummid.com
Only recently, Azam Khan, the urban development minister, had attacked Health and Family Welfare Minister Ahmad Hasan indirectly for not posting doctors at the district hospital in his constituency Rampur.
Only recently, Azam Khan, the urban development minister, had attacked Health and Family Welfare Minister Ahmad Hasan indirectly for not posting doctors at the district hospital in his constituency Rampur.
Compound likely to regenerate vision in humans | ummid.com
Compound likely to regenerate vision in humans | ummid.com
The chemical, called AAQ, acts by making the remaining, normally "blind" cells in the retina sensitive to light, said Richard Kramer, professor of molecular and cell biology at California, who led the study.
The chemical, called AAQ, acts by making the remaining, normally "blind" cells in the retina sensitive to light, said Richard Kramer, professor of molecular and cell biology at California, who led the study.
Arrogant bosses equated with poor performance | ummid.com
Arrogant bosses equated with poor performance | ummid.com
A new measure of arrogance, called the Workplace Arrogance Scale (WARS), developed by researchers of University of Akron and Michigan State University, can help organisations identify arrogant managers before they damage them.
A new measure of arrogance, called the Workplace Arrogance Scale (WARS), developed by researchers of University of Akron and Michigan State University, can help organisations identify arrogant managers before they damage them.
Artists condemn move to remove Gujarat riots video from China show | ummid.com
Artists condemn move to remove Gujarat riots video from China show | ummid.com
The video footage is by Tejal Shah, an artist from Mumbai, and is part of the exhibition, Indian Highway, currently on at the Ullens Centre for Contemporary Art in Beijing.
The video footage is by Tejal Shah, an artist from Mumbai, and is part of the exhibition, Indian Highway, currently on at the Ullens Centre for Contemporary Art in Beijing.
Revised SEZ policy in 3-4 weeks: Commerce secretary | ummid.com
Revised SEZ policy in 3-4 weeks: Commerce secretary | ummid.com
After the imposition of Minimum Alternative Tax and Dividend Distribution Tax on SEZs in 2010-11, investors started losing interest as tax incentives were the major attraction for setting up of these enclaves.
After the imposition of Minimum Alternative Tax and Dividend Distribution Tax on SEZs in 2010-11, investors started losing interest as tax incentives were the major attraction for setting up of these enclaves.
Mayawati's statue vandalised, BSP warns of consequences | ummid.com
Mayawati's statue vandalised, BSP warns of consequences | ummid.com
As the security guards tried to stop them, the youths pushed them aside and struck the statue with a hammer, breaking the hands, ripping off the head from the torso, and leaving many marks on the face.
As the security guards tried to stop them, the youths pushed them aside and struck the statue with a hammer, breaking the hands, ripping off the head from the torso, and leaving many marks on the face.
Modi's 'hang me' remark reprehensible, says minister | ummid.com
Modi's 'hang me' remark reprehensible, says minister | ummid.com
Modi, a Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader, has been accused of giving tacit support to the riots in which more than 1,000 Muslims were killed following the Feb 27, 2002, Godhra train burning incident in which 57 'kar sewaks' returning from Ayodhya were burnt alive.
Modi, a Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader, has been accused of giving tacit support to the riots in which more than 1,000 Muslims were killed following the Feb 27, 2002, Godhra train burning incident in which 57 'kar sewaks' returning from Ayodhya were burnt alive.
Slain Kashmir youth was militant, reiterates army | ummid.com
Slain Kashmir youth was militant, reiterates army | ummid.com
The young man killed in a Kashmir village two days ago was a militant from whom a weapon was recovered, a senior army officer said Thursday while his family maintained that he was innocent and shot dead while coming out of a mosque.
The young man killed in a Kashmir village two days ago was a militant from whom a weapon was recovered, a senior army officer said Thursday while his family maintained that he was innocent and shot dead while coming out of a mosque.
65 years on, these refugees still stateless in Jammu and Kashmir | ummid.com
65 years on, these refugees still stateless in Jammu and Kashmir | ummid.com
It's a trauma that has lingered for 65 years. Some 2,000-3,000 Hindu families had migrated to Jammu and Kashmir from West Pakistan when the sub-continent was partitioned in 1947.
It's a trauma that has lingered for 65 years. Some 2,000-3,000 Hindu families had migrated to Jammu and Kashmir from West Pakistan when the sub-continent was partitioned in 1947.
Latin America beckons: India must seize the moment | ummid.com
Latin America beckons: India must seize the moment | ummid.com
The Latin American and Caribbean (LAC) region comprises three principal sub-regions: the South American continent; Central or Meso-America from Mexico to Panama; and the Caribbean.
The Latin American and Caribbean (LAC) region comprises three principal sub-regions: the South American continent; Central or Meso-America from Mexico to Panama; and the Caribbean.
Beware: Fresh look of vegetables could be due to hazardous chemicals | ummid.com
Beware: Fresh look of vegetables could be due to hazardous chemicals | ummid.com
Chemicals such as copper sulfate, rhodamine oxide, malachite green and the deadly carbide are the ones most commonly used to accentuate coloration and freshness.
Chemicals such as copper sulfate, rhodamine oxide, malachite green and the deadly carbide are the ones most commonly used to accentuate coloration and freshness.
Beware: Fresh look of vegetables could be due to hazardous chemicals | ummid.com
Beware: Fresh look of vegetables could be due to hazardous chemicals | ummid.com
Chemicals such as copper sulfate, rhodamine oxide, malachite green and the deadly carbide are the ones most commonly used to accentuate coloration and freshness.
Chemicals such as copper sulfate, rhodamine oxide, malachite green and the deadly carbide are the ones most commonly used to accentuate coloration and freshness.
Pulses, edible oils may be subsidised to reduce prices: Food Minister | ummid.com
Pulses, edible oils may be subsidised to reduce prices: Food Minister | ummid.com
India produces around 17 million tonnes of pulses but also imports 4 to 5 million tonnes as the demand ranges between 21 and 22 million tonnes annually.
India produces around 17 million tonnes of pulses but also imports 4 to 5 million tonnes as the demand ranges between 21 and 22 million tonnes annually.
Uneasy calm in Assam, violence toll 40 | ummid.com
Uneasy calm in Assam, violence toll 40 | ummid.com
An uneasy calm settled over Assam's Kokrajhar and Chirang districts Thursday with no fresh incidents reported in the communal violence that has claimed 40 lives and affected more than 170,000 people.
An uneasy calm settled over Assam's Kokrajhar and Chirang districts Thursday with no fresh incidents reported in the communal violence that has claimed 40 lives and affected more than 170,000 people.
Wednesday, July 25, 2012
Miffed Azam Khan offers to quit UP cabinet | ummid.com
Miffed Azam Khan offers to quit UP cabinet | ummid.com
Miffed at his powers being curtailed, senior Uttar Pradesh minister Azam Khan has sent a terse letter to Chief Minister Akhilesh Yadav offering to quit the cabinet, leaving the four-month Samajwadi Party (SP) government to face its first political crisis.
Miffed at his powers being curtailed, senior Uttar Pradesh minister Azam Khan has sent a terse letter to Chief Minister Akhilesh Yadav offering to quit the cabinet, leaving the four-month Samajwadi Party (SP) government to face its first political crisis.
Indian wins Ramon Magasaysay Award | ummid.com
Indian wins Ramon Magasaysay Award | ummid.com
The other awardees are Chen Shu-Chu from Taiwan, Romulo Davide, Philippines, Syeda Rizwana Hasan, Bangladesh, Yang Saing Koma, Cambodia and Ambrosius Ruwindrijarto, Indonesia.
The other awardees are Chen Shu-Chu from Taiwan, Romulo Davide, Philippines, Syeda Rizwana Hasan, Bangladesh, Yang Saing Koma, Cambodia and Ambrosius Ruwindrijarto, Indonesia.
Indian scientist Javed Khilji redoes Albert Einstein's special theory of relativity | ummid.com
Indian scientist Javed Khilji redoes Albert Einstein's special theory of relativity | ummid.com
Khilji revealed that he was taken aback to notice as to how an stationary object can be said to be moving with real velocity no matter what the situation prevails, negative and positive only indicates the direction but with real velocity.
Khilji revealed that he was taken aback to notice as to how an stationary object can be said to be moving with real velocity no matter what the situation prevails, negative and positive only indicates the direction but with real velocity.
Assam violence: Army stages flag march, Chirang district tense | ummid.com
Assam violence: Army stages flag march, Chirang district tense | ummid.com
The army Wednesday staged a flag march in Assam's Bodoland Territorial Areas District (BTAD) as there was no let-up in tension with three more bodies recovered from Chirang district and five villages set on fire. Police claimed the situation had improved in Kokrajhar and Dhubri districts.
The army Wednesday staged a flag march in Assam's Bodoland Territorial Areas District (BTAD) as there was no let-up in tension with three more bodies recovered from Chirang district and five villages set on fire. Police claimed the situation had improved in Kokrajhar and Dhubri districts.
Team Anna begins indefinite fast for a stringent Lokpal | ummid.com
Team Anna begins indefinite fast for a stringent Lokpal | ummid.com
Team Anna members Wednesday began their indefinite fast at Jantar Mantar in the capital in support of a stringent Jan Lokpal bill and demanding an inquiry into allegations of corruption against two-dozen ministers, including President Pranab Mukherjee when he was the finance minister.
Team Anna members Wednesday began their indefinite fast at Jantar Mantar in the capital in support of a stringent Jan Lokpal bill and demanding an inquiry into allegations of corruption against two-dozen ministers, including President Pranab Mukherjee when he was the finance minister.
Ban construction at excavated site, ASI tells court | ummid.com
Ban construction at excavated site, ASI tells court | ummid.com
The Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) Wednesday asked the Delhi High Court not to allow any activity or construction at the purported excavated mosque site near Jama Masjid.
The Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) Wednesday asked the Delhi High Court not to allow any activity or construction at the purported excavated mosque site near Jama Masjid.
Right to Service becomes law in Kerala | ummid.com
Right to Service becomes law in Kerala | ummid.com
With the Kerala assembly Wednesday passing the Right to Service Bill, 2012, Chief Minister Oommen Chandy has kept his promise of making available services to the people within a specified time.
With the Kerala assembly Wednesday passing the Right to Service Bill, 2012, Chief Minister Oommen Chandy has kept his promise of making available services to the people within a specified time.
NCP declares truce, alliance to have more 'coordination' | ummid.com
NCP declares truce, alliance to have more 'coordination' | ummid.com
Declaring a truce with alliance partner Congress, the NCP Wednesday said a mechanism is being evolved to ensure more consultation between allies for "cohesive functioning" of the government.
Declaring a truce with alliance partner Congress, the NCP Wednesday said a mechanism is being evolved to ensure more consultation between allies for "cohesive functioning" of the government.
Syrian envoy to UAE defects after wife joins rebels | ummid.com
Syrian envoy to UAE defects after wife joins rebels | ummid.com
Syria's ambassador to the United Arab Emirates (UAE) defected Wednesday, a day after his wife, the Syrian envoy to Cyprus, announced she was joining the rebels.
Syria's ambassador to the United Arab Emirates (UAE) defected Wednesday, a day after his wife, the Syrian envoy to Cyprus, announced she was joining the rebels.
Dad cycles across six nations to see daughter graduate | ummid.com
Dad cycles across six nations to see daughter graduate | ummid.com
Jerzy Jablonska, a shopkeeper, left home in Starachowice, Poland, on a racing bike and cycled for 10 days
Jerzy Jablonska, a shopkeeper, left home in Starachowice, Poland, on a racing bike and cycled for 10 days
59 percent of Indian students to Britain fake: Report | ummid.com
59 percent of Indian students to Britain fake: Report | ummid.com
Of the total 63,000 students who could be potentially refused visa on credibility grounds, 61 percent were applying for privately funded colleges, 17 percent for a publicly funded college and 14 percent for a university.
Of the total 63,000 students who could be potentially refused visa on credibility grounds, 61 percent were applying for privately funded colleges, 17 percent for a publicly funded college and 14 percent for a university.
Chinese work 16 hours a day to make Olympic toys | ummid.com
Chinese work 16 hours a day to make Olympic toys | ummid.com
Workers in sweatshops across China who are making toys of London Olympic mascots Wenlock and Mandeville are toiling for up to 16 hours a day in hazardous conditions.
Workers in sweatshops across China who are making toys of London Olympic mascots Wenlock and Mandeville are toiling for up to 16 hours a day in hazardous conditions.
Role and power of India's president | ummid.com
Role and power of India's president | ummid.com
Three kinds of emergencies are envisaged by the constitution. Under national emergency powers, the president can declare a state of emergency after satisfying that the country's security is at peril, either from external aggression or armed rebellion within.
Three kinds of emergencies are envisaged by the constitution. Under national emergency powers, the president can declare a state of emergency after satisfying that the country's security is at peril, either from external aggression or armed rebellion within.
Pranab's swearing-in went like clockwork | ummid.com
Pranab's swearing-in went like clockwork | ummid.com
11.05 a.m.: Black limousine with Pranab Mukherjee and outgoing president Pratibha Patil leaves for Parliament House in a slow cavalcade, accompanied by the horse-mounted President Bodyguard
11.05 a.m.: Black limousine with Pranab Mukherjee and outgoing president Pratibha Patil leaves for Parliament House in a slow cavalcade, accompanied by the horse-mounted President Bodyguard
Tradition meets pomp as Pranab sworn in president | ummid.com
Tradition meets pomp as Pranab sworn in president | ummid.com
India Wednesday got its 13th president in seasoned politician Pranab Mukherjee in a function replete with traditional grandeur and ceremony. The country's first citizen swore to rise above partisan politics in the conduct of his high office.
India Wednesday got its 13th president in seasoned politician Pranab Mukherjee in a function replete with traditional grandeur and ceremony. The country's first citizen swore to rise above partisan politics in the conduct of his high office.
Will Congress commit mistake of using Modi as election mascot? | ummid.com
Will Congress commit mistake of using Modi as election mascot? | ummid.com
How can Narendra Modi’s candidature as PM-candidate be a blessing in disguise for Congress? Can somebody, in his wildest dreams, ever think of a situation where Narendra Modi will be the election mascot for Congress?
How can Narendra Modi’s candidature as PM-candidate be a blessing in disguise for Congress? Can somebody, in his wildest dreams, ever think of a situation where Narendra Modi will be the election mascot for Congress?
Tuesday, July 24, 2012
Ice age to interglacial period: Greatest climate change | ummid.com
Ice age to interglacial period: Greatest climate change | ummid.com
The greatest climate change ever recorded by the world over the last 100,000 years has been the transition from the ice age to the warm interglacial period.
The greatest climate change ever recorded by the world over the last 100,000 years has been the transition from the ice age to the warm interglacial period.
Now, a toolkit for dyslexic students in Indian schools | ummid.com
Now, a toolkit for dyslexic students in Indian schools | ummid.com
The psychologically screening test, Dyslexia Screening Test (DST), identifies children at risk for dyslexia - a neurological condition that affects 10 percent children in the country.
The psychologically screening test, Dyslexia Screening Test (DST), identifies children at risk for dyslexia - a neurological condition that affects 10 percent children in the country.
Egypt eases Palestinian border restrictions | ummid.com
Egypt eases Palestinian border restrictions | ummid.com
Egypt is allowing freer temporary entry for Palestinians into the country through the Rafah border crossing in an unprecedented move to ease long-imposed travel restrictions.
Egypt is allowing freer temporary entry for Palestinians into the country through the Rafah border crossing in an unprecedented move to ease long-imposed travel restrictions.
Hazare to go on fast from July 29 on corruption | ummid.com
Hazare to go on fast from July 29 on corruption | ummid.com
Brushing aside concerns over his poor health, Anna Hazare Tuesday announced that he will go on an indefinite fast from July 29 if the government fails to take immediate steps to check corruption in high places.
Brushing aside concerns over his poor health, Anna Hazare Tuesday announced that he will go on an indefinite fast from July 29 if the government fails to take immediate steps to check corruption in high places.
25,000 train passengers stranded in Assam | ummid.com
25,000 train passengers stranded in Assam | ummid.com
With communal violence in Assam leaving some 25,000 train passengers stranded, the central and Assam governments were Tuesday urged to provide security so that train services can resume.
With communal violence in Assam leaving some 25,000 train passengers stranded, the central and Assam governments were Tuesday urged to provide security so that train services can resume.
4,000 troopers rushed to violence-hit Assam, PM speaks to Gogoi | ummid.com
4,000 troopers rushed to violence-hit Assam, PM speaks to Gogoi | ummid.com
The central government Tuesday said nearly 4,000 paramilitary troopers have been rushed to three violence-hit Assam districts where communal clashes have left 28 people dead.
The central government Tuesday said nearly 4,000 paramilitary troopers have been rushed to three violence-hit Assam districts where communal clashes have left 28 people dead.
Assam burns, 32 dead, thousands homeless | ummid.com
Assam burns, 32 dead, thousands homeless | ummid.com
Sectarian strife raged in interior areas of Assam's three districts Tuesday even as security personnel shot dead four miscreants, taking the death toll in the region to 32.
Sectarian strife raged in interior areas of Assam's three districts Tuesday even as security personnel shot dead four miscreants, taking the death toll in the region to 32.
Jamia Millia open to students' union poll, court told | ummid.com
Jamia Millia open to students' union poll, court told | ummid.com
The Jamia Millia Islamia Tuesday informed the Delhi High Court that an experimental attempt could be made for holding elections to the students' union which was banned six years ago.
The Jamia Millia Islamia Tuesday informed the Delhi High Court that an experimental attempt could be made for holding elections to the students' union which was banned six years ago.
Facebook to host live science lesson | ummid.com
Facebook to host live science lesson | ummid.com
School pupils are set to be taught a science lesson live on Facebook from the Royal Albert Hall.
School pupils are set to be taught a science lesson live on Facebook from the Royal Albert Hall.
Einstein was right... higher you live, faster you age! | ummid.com
Einstein was right... higher you live, faster you age! | ummid.com
The true nature of Albert Einstein's theory that time is a relative concept and the higher you live above sea level, the faster you should age, has been demonstrated with the world's most accurate clock for the first time.
The true nature of Albert Einstein's theory that time is a relative concept and the higher you live above sea level, the faster you should age, has been demonstrated with the world's most accurate clock for the first time.
Delhi University gets court notice on Dalit admission | ummid.com
Delhi University gets court notice on Dalit admission | ummid.com
The Delhi High Court Tuesday issued notice to the Delhi University on a plea challenging the allegedly discriminatory policy adopted for admitting students from the Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes (SC/ST).
The Delhi High Court Tuesday issued notice to the Delhi University on a plea challenging the allegedly discriminatory policy adopted for admitting students from the Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes (SC/ST).
Government okays 14 FDI proposals worth Rs.1,584 crore | ummid.com
Government okays 14 FDI proposals worth Rs.1,584 crore | ummid.com
The government Tuesday announced it has approved 14 proposals of foreign direct investment (FDI) worth Rs.1,584.11 crore. Majority of the money flow will be in financial services.
The government Tuesday announced it has approved 14 proposals of foreign direct investment (FDI) worth Rs.1,584.11 crore. Majority of the money flow will be in financial services.
Rashtrapati Bhavan: Viceregal lodge to India's presidential abode | ummid.com
Rashtrapati Bhavan: Viceregal lodge to India's presidential abode | ummid.com
The magnificent 340-room Rashtrapati Bhavan, that once housed the British viceroy and now the Indian president, is a symbol of continuity from the colonial past and also of change in an evolving nation.
The magnificent 340-room Rashtrapati Bhavan, that once housed the British viceroy and now the Indian president, is a symbol of continuity from the colonial past and also of change in an evolving nation.
Now you can call an expert home for filing IT return | ummid.com
Now you can call an expert home for filing IT return | ummid.com
The government Tuesday announced a new scheme under which any tax payer can seek online help or call an expert home for a nominal fee to help file income tax returns.
The government Tuesday announced a new scheme under which any tax payer can seek online help or call an expert home for a nominal fee to help file income tax returns.
Punjab warns Thapar University over quota withdrawal | ummid.com
Punjab warns Thapar University over quota withdrawal | ummid.com
Punjab Chief Minister Parkash Singh Badal Tuesday asked the management of Thapar University in Patiala to continue with the existing norm to provide 50 percent quota for students hailing from the state.
Punjab Chief Minister Parkash Singh Badal Tuesday asked the management of Thapar University in Patiala to continue with the existing norm to provide 50 percent quota for students hailing from the state.
Tension at mosque site: Dikshit blames BJP led civic agency | ummid.com
Tension at mosque site: Dikshit blames BJP led civic agency | ummid.com
Delhi Chief Minister Sheila Dikshit has blamed the BJP-led municipal authority for the escalation of tension near a mosque at an excavated site near Jama Masjid, indicating that the civic agency should have "reacted better".
Delhi Chief Minister Sheila Dikshit has blamed the BJP-led municipal authority for the escalation of tension near a mosque at an excavated site near Jama Masjid, indicating that the civic agency should have "reacted better".
Assam: Violence escalates, death toll 25 | ummid.com
Assam: Violence escalates, death toll 25 | ummid.com
Security forces Tuesday shot dead four miscreants in Assam, taking the death toll in communal violence raging in two districts to 25, authorities said.
Security forces Tuesday shot dead four miscreants in Assam, taking the death toll in communal violence raging in two districts to 25, authorities said.
Communal clash in UP's Faizabad, paramilitary deployed | ummid.com
Communal clash in UP's Faizabad, paramilitary deployed | ummid.com
District officials admitted that for the last one week discontent had been simmering following a dispute over the religious place and its use but the officials had failed to thrash out a solution.
District officials admitted that for the last one week discontent had been simmering following a dispute over the religious place and its use but the officials had failed to thrash out a solution.
'Bhopal Special Olympics' to protest Dow Chemical's Olympics sponsorship | ummid.com
'Bhopal Special Olympics' to protest Dow Chemical's Olympics sponsorship | ummid.com
Five NGOs (Non-Government Organizations) working for the welfare of the survivors of the 1984 Union Carbide gas disaster, the world’s worst industrial catastrophe, in Bhopal will jointly organize “Bhopal Special Olympics” on July 26, a day ahead of the London Olympics 2012 to oppose the sponsorship of the Olympic Games by Dow Chemical, the current owner of Union Carbide.
Five NGOs (Non-Government Organizations) working for the welfare of the survivors of the 1984 Union Carbide gas disaster, the world’s worst industrial catastrophe, in Bhopal will jointly organize “Bhopal Special Olympics” on July 26, a day ahead of the London Olympics 2012 to oppose the sponsorship of the Olympic Games by Dow Chemical, the current owner of Union Carbide.
Violence in riot hit Assam district continues; death toll 19 | ummid.com
Violence in riot hit Assam district continues; death toll 19 | ummid.com
Two Assam ministers Tuesday reached restive Kokrajhar district after communal violence in the region killed 19 people and forced thousands to flee their homes.
Two Assam ministers Tuesday reached restive Kokrajhar district after communal violence in the region killed 19 people and forced thousands to flee their homes.
Gati brings world famous Hyderabadi Haleem to your doorstep | ummid.com
Gati brings world famous Hyderabadi Haleem to your doorstep | ummid.com
Gati Ltd, India’s leader in Express Distribution and Supply Chain Solutions provider, joined hands with GI certified, Haleem maker Pista House to make Hyderabadi Haleem available for people across India.
Gati Ltd, India’s leader in Express Distribution and Supply Chain Solutions provider, joined hands with GI certified, Haleem maker Pista House to make Hyderabadi Haleem available for people across India.
First American woman in space dies of cancer | ummid.com
First American woman in space dies of cancer | ummid.com
After a 17-month battle with pancreatic cancer, Sally Ride, the first US female astronaut, died Monday in California. She was 61.
After a 17-month battle with pancreatic cancer, Sally Ride, the first US female astronaut, died Monday in California. She was 61.
Young Indian-American scientists honoured by Obama | ummid.com
Young Indian-American scientists honoured by Obama | ummid.com
Four Indian-American researchers figure among 96 named by President Barack Obama as recipients of the Presidential Early Career Awards for Scientists and Engineers, the highest US honour for young professionals.
Four Indian-American researchers figure among 96 named by President Barack Obama as recipients of the Presidential Early Career Awards for Scientists and Engineers, the highest US honour for young professionals.
Monday, July 23, 2012
Syrian chemical weapon: UN Chief worried; Obama warned Al-Assad | ummid.com
Syrian chemical weapon: UN Chief worried; Obama warned Al-Assad | ummid.com
"Given the regime's stockpiles of chemical weapons, we will continue to make it clear to Assad and those around him that the world is watching and that they will be held accountable by the international community and the United States should they make the tragic mistake of using those weapons," said Obama.
"Given the regime's stockpiles of chemical weapons, we will continue to make it clear to Assad and those around him that the world is watching and that they will be held accountable by the international community and the United States should they make the tragic mistake of using those weapons," said Obama.
Permanent dental implants for toothless available | ummid.com
Permanent dental implants for toothless available | ummid.com
Patients suffering from edentulism (missing all teeth in the jaw), on rise in India due to lack of hygiene and tobacco use, can now look forward to permanent dental implants which they do not have to rinse or take out before sleeping, said a renowned dentist Monday.
Patients suffering from edentulism (missing all teeth in the jaw), on rise in India due to lack of hygiene and tobacco use, can now look forward to permanent dental implants which they do not have to rinse or take out before sleeping, said a renowned dentist Monday.
Hazare to reach Delhi July 24, team gears up for agitation | ummid.com
Hazare to reach Delhi July 24, team gears up for agitation | ummid.com
Activist Anna Hazare will arrive in Delhi Tuesday to participate in the scheduled indefinite fast announced by his team from July 25 at Jantar Mantar, even though he will not be fasting due to ill health.
Activist Anna Hazare will arrive in Delhi Tuesday to participate in the scheduled indefinite fast announced by his team from July 25 at Jantar Mantar, even though he will not be fasting due to ill health.
SC reduces govt. Haj quota to 300 | ummid.com
SC reduces govt. Haj quota to 300 | ummid.com
The apex court bench of Justice Aftab Alam and Justice Ranjana Prakash Desai said that under the reduced quota, the Indian president can recommend 100 pilgrims, the vice-president 75, the prime minister 75 and the minister for external affairs 50.
The apex court bench of Justice Aftab Alam and Justice Ranjana Prakash Desai said that under the reduced quota, the Indian president can recommend 100 pilgrims, the vice-president 75, the prime minister 75 and the minister for external affairs 50.
NCP to stay with UPA, but skip functions: Praful Patel | ummid.com
NCP to stay with UPA, but skip functions: Praful Patel | ummid.com
The Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) Monday said it continues to be an integral part of the Congress-led UPA but will not participate in any government function till it takes a final decision on future of their alliance.
The Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) Monday said it continues to be an integral part of the Congress-led UPA but will not participate in any government function till it takes a final decision on future of their alliance.
Akbarabadi Mosque: LG urges people to exercise restraint | ummid.com
Akbarabadi Mosque: LG urges people to exercise restraint | ummid.com
Delhi Lieutenant Governor (LG) Tejinder Khanna Monday appealed to people to exercise restraint and respect the Delhi High court order on the purported excavated mosque site near Jama Masjid.
Delhi Lieutenant Governor (LG) Tejinder Khanna Monday appealed to people to exercise restraint and respect the Delhi High court order on the purported excavated mosque site near Jama Masjid.
Syrian army committing crimes against humanity: Italian minister | ummid.com
Syrian army committing crimes against humanity: Italian minister | ummid.com
The Syrian army is committing crimes against humanity as well as ethnic cleansing of the population in its bid to quell the revolt against President Bashar al-Assad, Italian Foreign Minister Giulio Terzi has said.
The Syrian army is committing crimes against humanity as well as ethnic cleansing of the population in its bid to quell the revolt against President Bashar al-Assad, Italian Foreign Minister Giulio Terzi has said.
Assam Communal Riots: Death toll rises to 18 | ummid.com
Assam Communal Riots: Death toll rises to 18 | ummid.com
Assam Forest Minister Rockybul Hussain and Food and Civil Supplies Minister Nazrul Islam visited some of the violence-affected areas of Kokrajhar district Monday and reviewed the law and order situation.
Assam Forest Minister Rockybul Hussain and Food and Civil Supplies Minister Nazrul Islam visited some of the violence-affected areas of Kokrajhar district Monday and reviewed the law and order situation.
Petrol prices to be hiked by 70 paise from midnight | ummid.com
Petrol prices to be hiked by 70 paise from midnight | ummid.com
India's oil marketing companies Monday announced a hike in petrol prices by 70 paise a litre, with effect from midnight, citing increasing international oil prices and decline in the rupee's value.
India's oil marketing companies Monday announced a hike in petrol prices by 70 paise a litre, with effect from midnight, citing increasing international oil prices and decline in the rupee's value.
Mosque case: Petitioner seeks action against MLA Shoaib Iqbal | ummid.com
Mosque case: Petitioner seeks action against MLA Shoaib Iqbal | ummid.com
A petitioner Monday moved the Delhi High Court seeking contempt of court proceedings against legislator Shoaib Iqbal, the central government and Delhi's police chief for allegedly allowing illegal construction at an excavated site near the Jama Masjid.
A petitioner Monday moved the Delhi High Court seeking contempt of court proceedings against legislator Shoaib Iqbal, the central government and Delhi's police chief for allegedly allowing illegal construction at an excavated site near the Jama Masjid.
Apex court asks Kerala to allow Mullaperiyar dam upkeep | ummid.com
Apex court asks Kerala to allow Mullaperiyar dam upkeep | ummid.com
The Supreme court Monday directed the Kerala government to permit Tamil Nadu to undertake maintenance and cleaning work at the Mullaperiyar dam.
The Supreme court Monday directed the Kerala government to permit Tamil Nadu to undertake maintenance and cleaning work at the Mullaperiyar dam.
Man claims hair growth pills turned him into woman | ummid.com
Man claims hair growth pills turned him into woman | ummid.com
While William McKee's hair failed to grow back, the father of one said he developed breasts and his hips began to widen.
While William McKee's hair failed to grow back, the father of one said he developed breasts and his hips began to widen.
Day one at DU: New students get a feel of campus | ummid.com
Day one at DU: New students get a feel of campus | ummid.com
Hordes of animated first-year students thronged the Delhi University colleges on the new academic session's first day Monday that was dominated by interactions with seniors, orientation programmes, mime shows and street plays.
Hordes of animated first-year students thronged the Delhi University colleges on the new academic session's first day Monday that was dominated by interactions with seniors, orientation programmes, mime shows and street plays.
Solar cells that convert windows into energy producers | ummid.com
Solar cells that convert windows into energy producers | ummid.com
Researchers have fashioned a new transparent solar cell that will not only permit windows at homes to generate power but also enable people to see outside.
Researchers have fashioned a new transparent solar cell that will not only permit windows at homes to generate power but also enable people to see outside.
Fearing recruitment, India restricts contacts with CIA | ummid.com
Fearing recruitment, India restricts contacts with CIA | ummid.com
The book, however, says infiltrating into jehadi networks has become nearly impossible because of the very low number of Muslims in the Indian intelligence. "The RAW does not have a single Muslim in its 10,000-strong manpower pool while the IB has a small number of Muslims.
The book, however, says infiltrating into jehadi networks has become nearly impossible because of the very low number of Muslims in the Indian intelligence. "The RAW does not have a single Muslim in its 10,000-strong manpower pool while the IB has a small number of Muslims.
Veteran freedom fighter Lakshmi Sehgal dead | ummid.com
Veteran freedom fighter Lakshmi Sehgal dead | ummid.com
Lakshmi Sehgal, a close associate of Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose and the first head of the women's wing of the Azad Hind Fauj, died around 11.20 a.m. Monday at a private hospital in Kanpur, her family said. She was 97.
Lakshmi Sehgal, a close associate of Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose and the first head of the women's wing of the Azad Hind Fauj, died around 11.20 a.m. Monday at a private hospital in Kanpur, her family said. She was 97.
Protest against mosque desecration in Kashmir | ummid.com
Protest against mosque desecration in Kashmir | ummid.com
A mosque in a Jammu and Kashmir village was torched, leading to a shutdown in the area Monday and street protests as locals demanded that the arsonists be brought to justice.
A mosque in a Jammu and Kashmir village was torched, leading to a shutdown in the area Monday and street protests as locals demanded that the arsonists be brought to justice.
A Pakistani train that broke down seven times | ummid.com
A Pakistani train that broke down seven times | ummid.com
The ill-health of Pakistan Railways was highlighted when a train broke down seven times and reached its destination a staggering 35 hours late.
The ill-health of Pakistan Railways was highlighted when a train broke down seven times and reached its destination a staggering 35 hours late.
One killed in Bareilly communal violence | ummid.com
One killed in Bareilly communal violence | ummid.com
Trouble erupted when some Muslims objected to music being played by the Kanwariyas or the Shiv devotees who were returning from Haridwar.Outraged, the Kanwariyas resorted to violence, vandalized shops and public property and set on fire many vehicles.
Trouble erupted when some Muslims objected to music being played by the Kanwariyas or the Shiv devotees who were returning from Haridwar.Outraged, the Kanwariyas resorted to violence, vandalized shops and public property and set on fire many vehicles.
One killed in Bareilly communal violence | ummid.com
One killed in Bareilly communal violence | ummid.com
Trouble erupted when some Muslims objected to music being played by the Kanwariyas or the Shiv devotees who were returning from Haridwar.Outraged, the Kanwariyas resorted to violence, vandalized shops and public property and set on fire many vehicles.
Trouble erupted when some Muslims objected to music being played by the Kanwariyas or the Shiv devotees who were returning from Haridwar.Outraged, the Kanwariyas resorted to violence, vandalized shops and public property and set on fire many vehicles.
Sunday, July 22, 2012
Caste council strips, beats woman, paramour in Rajasthan | ummid.com
Caste council strips, beats woman, paramour in Rajasthan | ummid.com
The members of a village caste council in Rajasthan's Udaipur district beat and stripped a married woman and her boyfriend publicly after tying them to a tree over their illicit relationship Sunday.
The members of a village caste council in Rajasthan's Udaipur district beat and stripped a married woman and her boyfriend publicly after tying them to a tree over their illicit relationship Sunday.
80 percent of Bangladeshi farmers own mobiles | ummid.com
80 percent of Bangladeshi farmers own mobiles | ummid.com
Around 80 percent of farmers in Bangladesh now own mobile phones which they use to estimate the market demand for their crops, the World Bank has said.
Around 80 percent of farmers in Bangladesh now own mobile phones which they use to estimate the market demand for their crops, the World Bank has said.
BJP stunned as Karnataka, Himachal, Jharkhand lawmakers cross-vote | ummid.com
BJP stunned as Karnataka, Himachal, Jharkhand lawmakers cross-vote | ummid.com
The Bharatiya Janata Party was stunned Sunday as around 16 of its legislators in the faction-ridden Karnataka unit and some in Himachal Pradesh and Jharkhand seem to have voted for UPA candidate Pranab Mukherjee in the presidential poll.
The Bharatiya Janata Party was stunned Sunday as around 16 of its legislators in the faction-ridden Karnataka unit and some in Himachal Pradesh and Jharkhand seem to have voted for UPA candidate Pranab Mukherjee in the presidential poll.
Makkah to host Islamic Solidarity Conference in August | ummid.com
Makkah to host Islamic Solidarity Conference in August | ummid.com
King Abdullah bin Abdul Aziz, the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques, has called for holding an extraordinary Islamic Solidarity Conference in Makkah next month.
King Abdullah bin Abdul Aziz, the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques, has called for holding an extraordinary Islamic Solidarity Conference in Makkah next month.
Four die in Pakistan from deadly amoebic infection | ummid.com
Four die in Pakistan from deadly amoebic infection | ummid.com
At least four people have died in the port city of Karachi due to an amoebic infection caused by a deadly waterborne organism called naegleria fowleri, the World Health Organisation (WHO) has said.
At least four people have died in the port city of Karachi due to an amoebic infection caused by a deadly waterborne organism called naegleria fowleri, the World Health Organisation (WHO) has said.
Andhra college girl loses voice after ragging by seniors | ummid.com
Andhra college girl loses voice after ragging by seniors | ummid.com
The incident took place at the hostel of Gayatri Junior College at Gotlam in Vijayanagaram district on July 19 but came to light Sunday when she was shifted to Visakhapatnam for treatment.
The incident took place at the hostel of Gayatri Junior College at Gotlam in Vijayanagaram district on July 19 but came to light Sunday when she was shifted to Visakhapatnam for treatment.
Sangma's team keeps option of moving apex court open | ummid.com
Sangma's team keeps option of moving apex court open | ummid.com
After losing to Pranab Mukherjee by a huge margin, opposition candidate P.A. Sangma Sunday said his team had kept open the option to approach the Supreme Court against Mukherjee's election as the president.
After losing to Pranab Mukherjee by a huge margin, opposition candidate P.A. Sangma Sunday said his team had kept open the option to approach the Supreme Court against Mukherjee's election as the president.
Lt. Col Purohit: Acts of terror and finding escape route | ummid.com
Lt. Col Purohit: Acts of terror and finding escape route | ummid.com
During the inquiry what Col Purohit said is very revealing. Purohit claimed that he was part of the network as an infiltrator and was keeping his superiors in the loop, keeping them informed.
During the inquiry what Col Purohit said is very revealing. Purohit claimed that he was part of the network as an infiltrator and was keeping his superiors in the loop, keeping them informed.
Woman finds Statue of Liberty sexually fulfilling | ummid.com
Woman finds Statue of Liberty sexually fulfilling | ummid.com
A 27-year-old British woman has flown to New York four times to see the Statue of Liberty as she finds it "sexually fulfilling".
A 27-year-old British woman has flown to New York four times to see the Statue of Liberty as she finds it "sexually fulfilling".
Assam communal violence death toll 12; army called in | ummid.com
Assam communal violence death toll 12; army called in | ummid.com
According to official sources, violence started after gunmen attacked two student leaders -- Mohibul Islam and Abdul Siddique Sheikh -- in Magurbari Thursday night.
According to official sources, violence started after gunmen attacked two student leaders -- Mohibul Islam and Abdul Siddique Sheikh -- in Magurbari Thursday night.
'Urgent need to restore gender balance in J&K' | ummid.com
'Urgent need to restore gender balance in J&K' | ummid.com
Expressing concern over the "alarming decline" in Jammu and Kashmir's sex ratio - 883 females per 1,000 males - a minister said the government will continue to crackdown on illegal sex determination clinics.
Expressing concern over the "alarming decline" in Jammu and Kashmir's sex ratio - 883 females per 1,000 males - a minister said the government will continue to crackdown on illegal sex determination clinics.
Soft drinks make it harder to lose weight: Study | ummid.com
Soft drinks make it harder to lose weight: Study | ummid.com
These factors show that regular use of sugar sweetened soft drinks drives alterations in muscles similar to those found in people with obesity problems and type 2 diabetes.
These factors show that regular use of sugar sweetened soft drinks drives alterations in muscles similar to those found in people with obesity problems and type 2 diabetes.
Haryana farmers torch police station | ummid.com
Haryana farmers torch police station | ummid.com
Farmers torched a police station, held several policemen hostage and blocked the Delhi-Jaipur highway Sunday as police opened fire to control protests against land acquisition in Haryana's Rewari district
Farmers torched a police station, held several policemen hostage and blocked the Delhi-Jaipur highway Sunday as police opened fire to control protests against land acquisition in Haryana's Rewari district
Tension at Delhi mosque site after police, mob clash | ummid.com
Tension at Delhi mosque site after police, mob clash | ummid.com
A number of people have been arrested following the late Saturday night clash at an excavated site near the Jama Masjid when a mob pelted stones at policemen there on being refused entry, police said.
A number of people have been arrested following the late Saturday night clash at an excavated site near the Jama Masjid when a mob pelted stones at policemen there on being refused entry, police said.
Pranab Mukherjee: Government's No.2 is Nation's No.1 | ummid.com
Pranab Mukherjee: Government's No.2 is Nation's No.1 | ummid.com
Pranab was born into a middle-class family in Birbhum district of West Bengal in December 1935. His father, Kamada Kinkar Mukherjee, was a Congress politician. Politics came naturally to the young man.
Pranab was born into a middle-class family in Birbhum district of West Bengal in December 1935. His father, Kamada Kinkar Mukherjee, was a Congress politician. Politics came naturally to the young man.
Pranab Mukherjee is India's next president | ummid.com
Pranab Mukherjee is India's next president | ummid.com
Pranab Mukherjee will be India's 13th president. The former finance minister Sunday comfortably crossed the halfway mark with 558,000 votes to secure his journey to Rashtrapati Bhavan.
Pranab Mukherjee will be India's 13th president. The former finance minister Sunday comfortably crossed the halfway mark with 558,000 votes to secure his journey to Rashtrapati Bhavan.
Facebook: The new battlefield in Bengal politics | ummid.com
Facebook: The new battlefield in Bengal politics | ummid.com
With the Who's Who of West Bengal's politics swearing by the appeal of Facebook, it seems the social networking site is rapidly turning into a new platform to reach out to the masses without the fear of getting misquoted and being asked uncomfortable questions.
With the Who's Who of West Bengal's politics swearing by the appeal of Facebook, it seems the social networking site is rapidly turning into a new platform to reach out to the masses without the fear of getting misquoted and being asked uncomfortable questions.
Celebrations begin as Pranab set for victory | ummid.com
Celebrations begin as Pranab set for victory | ummid.com
The Congress began celebrating early Sunday as its candidate Pranab Mukherjee appeared set for a comfortable ride to the Rashtrapati Bhavan as India's 13 president, holding a clear winning edge over his rival P.A. Sangma.
The Congress began celebrating early Sunday as its candidate Pranab Mukherjee appeared set for a comfortable ride to the Rashtrapati Bhavan as India's 13 president, holding a clear winning edge over his rival P.A. Sangma.
2.5 million throng Two Holy Mosques on first day of Ramadan | ummid.com
2.5 million throng Two Holy Mosques on first day of Ramadan | ummid.com
More than 2.5 million people attended prayers at the Grand Mosque in Makkah and the Prophet’s Mosque in Madinah on Friday, the first day of Ramadan.
More than 2.5 million people attended prayers at the Grand Mosque in Makkah and the Prophet’s Mosque in Madinah on Friday, the first day of Ramadan.
World's first computer model of organism created | ummid.com
World's first computer model of organism created | ummid.com
A team led by Markus Covert, assistant professor of bioengineering at the Stanford University, used data from more than 900 scientific papers to account for every molecular interaction that takes place in the life cycle of Mycoplasma genitalium.
A team led by Markus Covert, assistant professor of bioengineering at the Stanford University, used data from more than 900 scientific papers to account for every molecular interaction that takes place in the life cycle of Mycoplasma genitalium.
Saturday, July 21, 2012
Severe flu doubles odds of developing Parkinson's | ummid.com
Severe flu doubles odds of developing Parkinson's | ummid.com
Anne Harris from UBC who led the study also examined whether occupational exposure to vibrations -- such as operating construction equipment -- had any effect on the risk of Parkinson's, according to an UBC statement.
Anne Harris from UBC who led the study also examined whether occupational exposure to vibrations -- such as operating construction equipment -- had any effect on the risk of Parkinson's, according to an UBC statement.
Rupert Murdoch resigns as News International director | ummid.com
Rupert Murdoch resigns as News International director | ummid.com
Murdoch stepped down from the boards of the News International Group, Times Newspaper Holdings and News Corp Investments in Britain last week.
Murdoch stepped down from the boards of the News International Group, Times Newspaper Holdings and News Corp Investments in Britain last week.
Counting of presidential poll votes begins | ummid.com
Counting of presidential poll votes begins | ummid.com
Counting of votes for the presidential poll began here Sunday with UPA candidate Pranab Mukherjee looking set to win.
Counting of votes for the presidential poll began here Sunday with UPA candidate Pranab Mukherjee looking set to win.
Algal oil answer to dwindling fuel reserves | ummid.com
Algal oil answer to dwindling fuel reserves | ummid.com
The research will help in the search for more productive strains of algae, which produce the oils and fatty acids that are required for each individual application.
The research will help in the search for more productive strains of algae, which produce the oils and fatty acids that are required for each individual application.
Muslims around world start Ramadan fasting | ummid.com
Muslims around world start Ramadan fasting | ummid.com
Muslims around the world have begun fasting, as the holy month of Ramadan started in most countries yesterday while the rest of the countries observing the obligatory ritual from today.
Muslims around the world have begun fasting, as the holy month of Ramadan started in most countries yesterday while the rest of the countries observing the obligatory ritual from today.
Egyptian channel with veiled women launches broadcast | ummid.com
Egyptian channel with veiled women launches broadcast | ummid.com
Female preacher El-Sheikha Safaa Refai, who heads Maria TV, said the channel's existence showed how far the country had come since the uprising that ousted president Hosni Mubarak.
Female preacher El-Sheikha Safaa Refai, who heads Maria TV, said the channel's existence showed how far the country had come since the uprising that ousted president Hosni Mubarak.
101-year-old Fauja Singh to run Olympic Torch relay | ummid.com
101-year-old Fauja Singh to run Olympic Torch relay | ummid.com
Fauja Singh, the world's oldest marathon runner at 101, will be running the Olympic Torch through the streets of east London later Saturday.
Fauja Singh, the world's oldest marathon runner at 101, will be running the Olympic Torch through the streets of east London later Saturday.
Assumed dead, man wakes up at burial ground in Odhisha | ummid.com
Assumed dead, man wakes up at burial ground in Odhisha | ummid.com
The burial of a 70-year-old man in Odisha turned into a celebration when he woke up hours after being assumed dead.
The burial of a 70-year-old man in Odisha turned into a celebration when he woke up hours after being assumed dead.
HRD ministry to preserve Kashmir's manuscripts, paintings | ummid.com
HRD ministry to preserve Kashmir's manuscripts, paintings | ummid.com
Human Resource Development Minister Kapil Sibal Saturday said that his ministry has decided to take up preservation of Kashmir's rich manuscript wealth under the national preservation mission.
Human Resource Development Minister Kapil Sibal Saturday said that his ministry has decided to take up preservation of Kashmir's rich manuscript wealth under the national preservation mission.
936 from St. Andre opted for Portuguese citizenship | ummid.com
936 from St. Andre opted for Portuguese citizenship | ummid.com
At least 936 Indian citizens from the St. Andre assembly constituency, 15 km from here, have opted for Portuguese nationality in the last five years, Goa Chief Minister Manohar Parrikar has said.
At least 936 Indian citizens from the St. Andre assembly constituency, 15 km from here, have opted for Portuguese nationality in the last five years, Goa Chief Minister Manohar Parrikar has said.
Woman minister gets wolf whistles in French parliament | ummid.com
Woman minister gets wolf whistles in French parliament | ummid.com
A 37-year-old woman minister, who wore a knee-length floral summery dress and high heels to parliament, faced a barrage of wolf-whistles from male MPs when she stood up to give a speech.
A 37-year-old woman minister, who wore a knee-length floral summery dress and high heels to parliament, faced a barrage of wolf-whistles from male MPs when she stood up to give a speech.
Mamata hints at ending Bengal alliance, Congress hits back | ummid.com
Mamata hints at ending Bengal alliance, Congress hits back | ummid.com
West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee Saturday indicated the end of her and Trinamool Congress's alliance with the Congress in the state, flatly asserting that her party was capable of going it alone. The Congress hit back, terming it a "betrayal", and said the people had voted for the alliance.
West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee Saturday indicated the end of her and Trinamool Congress's alliance with the Congress in the state, flatly asserting that her party was capable of going it alone. The Congress hit back, terming it a "betrayal", and said the people had voted for the alliance.
Presidential changeover with 'hazar salam', buggy ride | ummid.com
Presidential changeover with 'hazar salam', buggy ride | ummid.com
In the Forecourt, the president and the elect will be taken to the saluting dais with the secretary to the president, and aide-de-Camps among other officials following behind.
In the Forecourt, the president and the elect will be taken to the saluting dais with the secretary to the president, and aide-de-Camps among other officials following behind.
Heavy rains kill nine in Hyderabad, many colonies submerged | ummid.com
Heavy rains kill nine in Hyderabad, many colonies submerged | ummid.com
Nine people, including two women and three children, were killed in incidents of wall collapse in Hyderabad as heavy rains lashed the city since Friday night, throwing normal life out of gear and inundating over 50 colonies, officials said.
Nine people, including two women and three children, were killed in incidents of wall collapse in Hyderabad as heavy rains lashed the city since Friday night, throwing normal life out of gear and inundating over 50 colonies, officials said.
Rediscovered Delhi mosque site handed over to ASI | ummid.com
Rediscovered Delhi mosque site handed over to ASI | ummid.com
Hundreds of onlookers gathered near the site near Subhash Park around 10 a.m. No prayers were offered, unlike Friday when there arose chances of trouble with the Vishwa Hindu Parishad (VHP) activists lurking close to the area.
Hundreds of onlookers gathered near the site near Subhash Park around 10 a.m. No prayers were offered, unlike Friday when there arose chances of trouble with the Vishwa Hindu Parishad (VHP) activists lurking close to the area.
Assam joins Pearson Group for skill training in schools | ummid.com
Assam joins Pearson Group for skill training in schools | ummid.com
The Assam government and Pearson Group Saturday announced a joint initiative to provide vocational skills training for young people in schools in Assam.
The Assam government and Pearson Group Saturday announced a joint initiative to provide vocational skills training for young people in schools in Assam.
Exploring Ramadan | ummid.com
Exploring Ramadan | ummid.com
Understanding Ramadan is a special series on RAMADAN. It contains 07 videos of 20 minutes each giving complete details of Ramadan - right from sighting of the Ramadan moon to Eid al Fitr. It also gives all details of fasting and other special prayers offered during the month of Ramadan.
Understanding Ramadan is a special series on RAMADAN. It contains 07 videos of 20 minutes each giving complete details of Ramadan - right from sighting of the Ramadan moon to Eid al Fitr. It also gives all details of fasting and other special prayers offered during the month of Ramadan.
Three Tamil Nadu teachers suspended for beating student | ummid.com
Three Tamil Nadu teachers suspended for beating student | ummid.com
Three teachers of a private school in Tamil Nadu have been suspended for beating up a Class 9 student, the school's headmaster said Saturday.
Three teachers of a private school in Tamil Nadu have been suspended for beating up a Class 9 student, the school's headmaster said Saturday.
M.A. Yusuf Ali resigns from Air India board | ummid.com
M.A. Yusuf Ali resigns from Air India board | ummid.com
Speaking to reporters Saturday, Ali said that in the past two years since he became a member of the board of directors of Air India, he had been unable to do anything for the Keralites working in the Middle East when the fares were going up.
Speaking to reporters Saturday, Ali said that in the past two years since he became a member of the board of directors of Air India, he had been unable to do anything for the Keralites working in the Middle East when the fares were going up.
BJP’S falling stock | ummid.com
BJP’S falling stock | ummid.com
Credit goes to Sadananda Gowda who had been extremely dignified in the face of months of rebellion and being publicly humiliated by Yeddyurappa's supporters. He did not murmur a single word against his opponents while stepping down.
Credit goes to Sadananda Gowda who had been extremely dignified in the face of months of rebellion and being publicly humiliated by Yeddyurappa's supporters. He did not murmur a single word against his opponents while stepping down.
Rahul will need to deliver - and fast | ummid.com
Rahul will need to deliver - and fast | ummid.com
Despite being a member of parliament since 2004 and one of the general secretaries of the Congress since 2008, Rahul Gandhi's overall performance in the Lok Sabha and elsewhere has been below par.
Despite being a member of parliament since 2004 and one of the general secretaries of the Congress since 2008, Rahul Gandhi's overall performance in the Lok Sabha and elsewhere has been below par.
Friday, July 20, 2012
Kolkata to host global conference of sex workers | ummid.com
Kolkata to host global conference of sex workers | ummid.com
The conference will aim to generate new directions and dimensions needed for regional and global AIDS control programs.
The conference will aim to generate new directions and dimensions needed for regional and global AIDS control programs.
Nintendo Wii helps stroke patients recover | ummid.com
Nintendo Wii helps stroke patients recover | ummid.com
Stroke patients considered too far gone to regain use of affected limbs are now showing signs of recovery because of a new therapy that utilises the Nintendo Wii.
Stroke patients considered too far gone to regain use of affected limbs are now showing signs of recovery because of a new therapy that utilises the Nintendo Wii.
Barring Mumbai, Ahmadabad Ramadan in India to start Saturday | ummid.com
Barring Mumbai, Ahmadabad Ramadan in India to start Saturday | ummid.com
Mumbai, Malegaon and part of Maharashtra and Ahmedabad in Gujarat, however, have declared that the holy month of fasting would commence from Sunday.
Mumbai, Malegaon and part of Maharashtra and Ahmedabad in Gujarat, however, have declared that the holy month of fasting would commence from Sunday.
Violence rising against women for using right to choose partner | ummid.com
Violence rising against women for using right to choose partner | ummid.com
Incidents of violence against women for love marriages or entering into relationships are increasing in the country, a feminist legal group said Friday.
Incidents of violence against women for love marriages or entering into relationships are increasing in the country, a feminist legal group said Friday.
Emotional toll make patients out of doctors | ummid.com
Emotional toll make patients out of doctors | ummid.com
This is probably why sometimes doctors, despite knowing it all, take to smoking and even get addicted to it and alcohol, which in turn leads to other health complications, experts say.
This is probably why sometimes doctors, despite knowing it all, take to smoking and even get addicted to it and alcohol, which in turn leads to other health complications, experts say.
Thousands offer Friday prayers at rediscovered Delhi mosque | ummid.com
Thousands offer Friday prayers at rediscovered Delhi mosque | ummid.com
Built by Bibi Akbarabadi, one of the wives of then Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan, the mosque is considered the twin of Fatehpuri Masjid in Chandni Chowk.
Built by Bibi Akbarabadi, one of the wives of then Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan, the mosque is considered the twin of Fatehpuri Masjid in Chandni Chowk.
British women shortest in Europe, wear highest heels | ummid.com
British women shortest in Europe, wear highest heels | ummid.com
Women in Britain are the shortest in Europe but wear the highest heels - up to 3.3 inches - to compensate, says a new study.
Women in Britain are the shortest in Europe but wear the highest heels - up to 3.3 inches - to compensate, says a new study.
Ex-news channel journalist arrested in Guwahati molestation case | ummid.com
Ex-news channel journalist arrested in Guwahati molestation case | ummid.com
Right to Information (RTI) activist Akhil Gogoi had alleged that Neog, who was present during the molestation of a teenage girl by a group of youth outside a pub on the busy G.S. Road, had instigated the crowd to strip the girl in public.
Right to Information (RTI) activist Akhil Gogoi had alleged that Neog, who was present during the molestation of a teenage girl by a group of youth outside a pub on the busy G.S. Road, had instigated the crowd to strip the girl in public.
Government to raise Rs.4,000 crore by selling stake in SAIL | ummid.com
Government to raise Rs.4,000 crore by selling stake in SAIL | ummid.com
The government has decided to sell through auction 10.82 percent stake in the Steel Authority of India Limited (SAIL), which is estimated to fetch over Rs.4,000 crore to the exchequer, at current market prices.
The government has decided to sell through auction 10.82 percent stake in the Steel Authority of India Limited (SAIL), which is estimated to fetch over Rs.4,000 crore to the exchequer, at current market prices.
Court stays construction of mosque near Jama Masjid | ummid.com
Court stays construction of mosque near Jama Masjid | ummid.com
The Delhi High Court Friday stayed the construction of a mosque near the proposed Jama Masjid Metro station and told the municipal corporation to hand over the site to the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI).
The Delhi High Court Friday stayed the construction of a mosque near the proposed Jama Masjid Metro station and told the municipal corporation to hand over the site to the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI).
Employees earning up to Rs.5 lakh annually exempt from filing tax return | ummid.com
Employees earning up to Rs.5 lakh annually exempt from filing tax return | ummid.com
Employees with annual income up to Rs.5 lakh are not required to file tax return from the assessment year 2012-13, if there is no other income and his/her salary is from one employer, the finance ministry said Friday.
Employees with annual income up to Rs.5 lakh are not required to file tax return from the assessment year 2012-13, if there is no other income and his/her salary is from one employer, the finance ministry said Friday.
14 shot dead at US theatre screening Batman film | ummid.com
14 shot dead at US theatre screening Batman film | ummid.com
At least 14 people were killed and 50 injured Friday in Denver at a cinema hall showing the new Batman movie "The Dark Knight Rises", a movie about a terrorist leader who overwhelms Gotham's finest.
At least 14 people were killed and 50 injured Friday in Denver at a cinema hall showing the new Batman movie "The Dark Knight Rises", a movie about a terrorist leader who overwhelms Gotham's finest.
Praful denies resignation, NCP stays with UPA | ummid.com
Praful denies resignation, NCP stays with UPA | ummid.com
The NCP was unhappy with the way the government was run but there was no question of quitting the cabinet, Heavy Industries Minister Praful Patel said Friday, dismissing speculation that he and Agriculture Minister and party chief Sharad Pawar had quit.
The NCP was unhappy with the way the government was run but there was no question of quitting the cabinet, Heavy Industries Minister Praful Patel said Friday, dismissing speculation that he and Agriculture Minister and party chief Sharad Pawar had quit.
125,000 pilgrims to 'benefit' from Haj subsidy | ummid.com
125,000 pilgrims to 'benefit' from Haj subsidy | ummid.com
There is a dispute among the Muslim community on who actually benefit from this huge amount. While critics term it a case of Muslim appeasement, independent analysts are of the view that the amount is actually used to bail out Air India - the government carrier from losses.
There is a dispute among the Muslim community on who actually benefit from this huge amount. While critics term it a case of Muslim appeasement, independent analysts are of the view that the amount is actually used to bail out Air India - the government carrier from losses.
Thursday, July 19, 2012
Nizam's heirs seek Pakistani intervention to unfreeze bank account | ummid.com
Nizam's heirs seek Pakistani intervention to unfreeze bank account | ummid.com
The Nizam's heirs want the foreign ministers of both India and Pakistan to initiate a dialogue to resolve the issue at their meeting scheduled in September in Islamabad.
The Nizam's heirs want the foreign ministers of both India and Pakistan to initiate a dialogue to resolve the issue at their meeting scheduled in September in Islamabad.
US hit by worst drought since 1950s | ummid.com
US hit by worst drought since 1950s | ummid.com
The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) said Thursday that the continental US is facing the worst drought since December 1956.
The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) said Thursday that the continental US is facing the worst drought since December 1956.
One killed in Maharashtra train accident, probe ordered | ummid.com
One killed in Maharashtra train accident, probe ordered | ummid.com
A 65-year-old woman has been killed, while 14 others have been injured after the speeding Vidarbha Express rammed into 11 derailed coaches of a Mumbai suburban train in Maharashtra's Thane district late Thursday.
A 65-year-old woman has been killed, while 14 others have been injured after the speeding Vidarbha Express rammed into 11 derailed coaches of a Mumbai suburban train in Maharashtra's Thane district late Thursday.
Russia, China veto UN draft resolution on Syria third time | ummid.com
Russia, China veto UN draft resolution on Syria third time | ummid.com
Russia and China Thursday vetoed a Western-backed UN resolution on Syria over fears that it could lead to foreign military intervention in the violence-wracked Middle East country.
Russia and China Thursday vetoed a Western-backed UN resolution on Syria over fears that it could lead to foreign military intervention in the violence-wracked Middle East country.
FDI in retail on hold till CMs respond, says Anand Sharma | ummid.com
FDI in retail on hold till CMs respond, says Anand Sharma | ummid.com
Union Commerce Minister Anand Sharma Thursday said that the proposal to allow foreign direct investment (FDI) in the retail sector has been kept in abeyance for the time being till all the chief ministers' response is received.
Union Commerce Minister Anand Sharma Thursday said that the proposal to allow foreign direct investment (FDI) in the retail sector has been kept in abeyance for the time being till all the chief ministers' response is received.
Unhappy Pawar, Patel offer to quit | ummid.com
Unhappy Pawar, Patel offer to quit | ummid.com
The unhappiness of the ally was rumoured to be over Agriculture Minister Pawar not being given the number two slot following the exit of Pranab Mukherjee.
The unhappiness of the ally was rumoured to be over Agriculture Minister Pawar not being given the number two slot following the exit of Pranab Mukherjee.
UAE group to launch Iftar Project in 50 countries | ummid.com
UAE group to launch Iftar Project in 50 countries | ummid.com
At least 12 Arab, 14 Asian, 13 African and nine European countries in addition to Australia and Argentina will benefit from the project.
At least 12 Arab, 14 Asian, 13 African and nine European countries in addition to Australia and Argentina will benefit from the project.
Ramadan to start in Saudi Arabia, UAE Friday | ummid.com
Ramadan to start in Saudi Arabia, UAE Friday | ummid.com
Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirate (UAE), Kuwait and the neighboring Gulf Nations will start Ramadan - the holy month of fasting from Friday.
Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirate (UAE), Kuwait and the neighboring Gulf Nations will start Ramadan - the holy month of fasting from Friday.
Olympic Ramadan Iftar project launched | ummid.com
Olympic Ramadan Iftar project launched | ummid.com
Shaukat Warraich, Director of the project and Chief Executive of Faith Associates, said the program offers Olympic visitors a chance to experience Ramadan with local British Muslim communities.
Shaukat Warraich, Director of the project and Chief Executive of Faith Associates, said the program offers Olympic visitors a chance to experience Ramadan with local British Muslim communities.
US soldier accused of smuggling drugs into South Korea | ummid.com
US soldier accused of smuggling drugs into South Korea | ummid.com
The soldier, from the 2nd Infantry Division based in South Korea, smuggled in about 3,400 grams of synthetic marijuana - also known as spice - through international mail from Hungary and the US since last year.
The soldier, from the 2nd Infantry Division based in South Korea, smuggled in about 3,400 grams of synthetic marijuana - also known as spice - through international mail from Hungary and the US since last year.
Rahul ready for bigger role, to be No 2 in party | ummid.com
Rahul ready for bigger role, to be No 2 in party | ummid.com
Widely seen as a possible future prime minister of India, Rahul Gandhi said in parliament house that a decision about his proactive role had been taken and the timing was left to the Congress leadership.
Widely seen as a possible future prime minister of India, Rahul Gandhi said in parliament house that a decision about his proactive role had been taken and the timing was left to the Congress leadership.
Israeli embassy car bombing has foreign links: Police | ummid.com
Israeli embassy car bombing has foreign links: Police | ummid.com
Police claimed Irani was in contact with apprehended journalist Syed Mohammad Kazmi and had links to a similar blast in an official Israeli vehicle in Tbilisi in Georgia that also took place Feb 13.
Police claimed Irani was in contact with apprehended journalist Syed Mohammad Kazmi and had links to a similar blast in an official Israeli vehicle in Tbilisi in Georgia that also took place Feb 13.
Britain returns stolen artefacts to Afghanistan | ummid.com
Britain returns stolen artefacts to Afghanistan | ummid.com
Historical artefacts dating back to the Bronze Age (3500 to 1200 BC) that were stolen from Afghanistan and smuggled to Britain have been returned by the British armed forces.
Historical artefacts dating back to the Bronze Age (3500 to 1200 BC) that were stolen from Afghanistan and smuggled to Britain have been returned by the British armed forces.
'Eggs healthier, safer than 30 years ago' | ummid.com
'Eggs healthier, safer than 30 years ago' | ummid.com
Eggs today are healthier, safer and more nutritious than they were 30 years ago because the feed given to hens has changed over the years, leading to less cholesterol and saturated fat in them.
Eggs today are healthier, safer and more nutritious than they were 30 years ago because the feed given to hens has changed over the years, leading to less cholesterol and saturated fat in them.
Halal India launches online restaurant guide | ummid.com
Halal India launches online restaurant guide | ummid.com
India, with a population of over 170 million Muslims, gets its first online restaurant guide. In an event encouraged with the presence of Chennai City Health Officer Dr. Kuganantham, Director of Indonesian Trade consulate, Chennai ksamil Khair and many other noted dignitaries, the website was launched officially.
India, with a population of over 170 million Muslims, gets its first online restaurant guide. In an event encouraged with the presence of Chennai City Health Officer Dr. Kuganantham, Director of Indonesian Trade consulate, Chennai ksamil Khair and many other noted dignitaries, the website was launched officially.
BRICS nations working to facilitate intra-grouping trade | ummid.com
BRICS nations working to facilitate intra-grouping trade | ummid.com
The BRICS (Brazil, Russia, India, China and South Africa) countries command a gross domestic product of $13.7 trillion and the New Delhi Leaders' Summit in March this year asked the countries to strive to achieve an intra-grouping trade of $500 billion by 2015.
The BRICS (Brazil, Russia, India, China and South Africa) countries command a gross domestic product of $13.7 trillion and the New Delhi Leaders' Summit in March this year asked the countries to strive to achieve an intra-grouping trade of $500 billion by 2015.
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