Muslims at the bottom of healthcare: Kapil Sibal | ummid.com
Addressing the golden jubilee celebrations of J.N. Medical College at the Kennedy Auditorium, Azad announced that 19 medical colleges of the country including J.N. Medical College were being upgraded to the level of the All India Institute of Medical Sciences.
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Sunday, September 30, 2012
Pakistan cuts fuel prices | ummid.com
Pakistan cuts fuel prices | ummid.com
Petrol will now cost Rs.102.45 per litre, diesel Rs.113.16, kerosene Rs.101.23, light diesel Rs.96.22 per litre and CNG by about Rs.5 per kg.
Petrol will now cost Rs.102.45 per litre, diesel Rs.113.16, kerosene Rs.101.23, light diesel Rs.96.22 per litre and CNG by about Rs.5 per kg.
India beat Pakistan to stay in World T20 semis hunt | ummid.com
India beat Pakistan to stay in World T20 semis hunt | ummid.com
Virat Kohli struck a brilliant unbeaten half-century as India stayed in the hunt for a semi-final with a big eight-wicket win over arch-rivals Pakistan in the Super Eights match of the World Twenty20 at the Premedasa Stadium here Sunday.
Virat Kohli struck a brilliant unbeaten half-century as India stayed in the hunt for a semi-final with a big eight-wicket win over arch-rivals Pakistan in the Super Eights match of the World Twenty20 at the Premedasa Stadium here Sunday.
New hope for terminal heart patients | ummid.com
New hope for terminal heart patients | ummid.com
The Ventricular Assist Device (VAD), or Heartmate II, is surgically inserted between the chest and upper abdomen and is powered by a battery. The titanium device is connected to a monitor worn outside the body that controls the blood flow.
The Ventricular Assist Device (VAD), or Heartmate II, is surgically inserted between the chest and upper abdomen and is powered by a battery. The titanium device is connected to a monitor worn outside the body that controls the blood flow.
India is not a civic nation: Jaswant Singh | ummid.com
India is not a civic nation: Jaswant Singh | ummid.com
Twenty-first century India is no longer Nehru's India; it is confident, optimistic and on the move, says BJP heavyweight and former union minister Jaswant Singh, but questions whether "it is a civic nation".
Twenty-first century India is no longer Nehru's India; it is confident, optimistic and on the move, says BJP heavyweight and former union minister Jaswant Singh, but questions whether "it is a civic nation".
Protest in Bangladesh over Quran desecration | ummid.com
Protest in Bangladesh over Quran desecration | ummid.com
Hundreds of Muslims went on the rampage early Sunday in a Buddhist-majority village in Bangladesh over an alleged desecration of the Holy Quran on social networking site Facebook.
Hundreds of Muslims went on the rampage early Sunday in a Buddhist-majority village in Bangladesh over an alleged desecration of the Holy Quran on social networking site Facebook.
Haphazard attempts to shore up economies could weaken dollar: Qatar | ummid.com
Haphazard attempts to shore up economies could weaken dollar: Qatar | ummid.com
The gas-rich Gulf state has bought more than $5 billion or $6 billion of real estate assets over the last four to five months, mostly in the United States and Europe, Sheikh Hamad said. “If there is some good opportunity, why not,” he said of investing in crisis-hit Europe.
The gas-rich Gulf state has bought more than $5 billion or $6 billion of real estate assets over the last four to five months, mostly in the United States and Europe, Sheikh Hamad said. “If there is some good opportunity, why not,” he said of investing in crisis-hit Europe.
Get crime clearance if wanna watch kids playing: British schools | ummid.com
Get crime clearance if wanna watch kids playing: British schools | ummid.com
A child's father said he was shocked on being barred when he went to see his son, 12, play rugby.
A child's father said he was shocked on being barred when he went to see his son, 12, play rugby.
Watson brings Australia closer to World T20 semis | ummid.com
Watson brings Australia closer to World T20 semis | ummid.com
Watson smashed eight fours and two massive sixes in his breathtaking knock. He got to his fifty by pulling one off Wayne Parnell over deep square leg in the 10th over.
Watson smashed eight fours and two massive sixes in his breathtaking knock. He got to his fifty by pulling one off Wayne Parnell over deep square leg in the 10th over.
DMK won't nominate anyone for ministerial berth | ummid.com
DMK won't nominate anyone for ministerial berth | ummid.com
Ahead of the party's executive committee meeting Monday, he denied that the DMK would accept additional ministerial berths in the central government.
Ahead of the party's executive committee meeting Monday, he denied that the DMK would accept additional ministerial berths in the central government.
Man who breaks glasses with his voice | ummid.com
Man who breaks glasses with his voice | ummid.com
Jaime Vendera can break wine glasses with his raw voice, but the US-based vocal coach doesn't consider himself special and gives credit to years of hard work for achieving the unique skill.
Jaime Vendera can break wine glasses with his raw voice, but the US-based vocal coach doesn't consider himself special and gives credit to years of hard work for achieving the unique skill.
Mobile phones contributing to suicides in BSF | ummid.com
Mobile phones contributing to suicides in BSF | ummid.com
"You can't worry about something you don't know. That is what used to happen earlier when letters would take weeks to reach them. But with the advent of mobile they are now instantly aware of problems back home."
"You can't worry about something you don't know. That is what used to happen earlier when letters would take weeks to reach them. But with the advent of mobile they are now instantly aware of problems back home."
Organisation of Islamic Cooperation hails Pakistan-India talks | ummid.com
Organisation of Islamic Cooperation hails Pakistan-India talks | ummid.com
The 57-nation Organisation of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) has praised Pakistan for engaging with India to resolve their disputes, a media report said Sunday.
The 57-nation Organisation of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) has praised Pakistan for engaging with India to resolve their disputes, a media report said Sunday.
Saturday, September 29, 2012
SARS-like virus no cause for concern: China | ummid.com
SARS-like virus no cause for concern: China | ummid.com
People do not need to panic given because the previously unknown virus still needs probe, and it has not spread widely, the People's Daily Friday quoted the Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) as saying.
People do not need to panic given because the previously unknown virus still needs probe, and it has not spread widely, the People's Daily Friday quoted the Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) as saying.
You enjoy life at ages nine and 68! | ummid.com
You enjoy life at ages nine and 68! | ummid.com
Almost three quarters - 72 percent - of those in their 20s and 40s said having fun did not even register in importance compared to other priorities such as paying off debts and furthering careers.
Almost three quarters - 72 percent - of those in their 20s and 40s said having fun did not even register in importance compared to other priorities such as paying off debts and furthering careers.
UN misconduct often goes unpunished, reveals study | ummid.com
UN misconduct often goes unpunished, reveals study | ummid.com
When UN staffers on peacekeeping missions were accused of misconduct or corruption over the last couple of years, more than two-thirds of them were exonerated by the UN’s internal tribunal system, according to research provided to The Associated Press by a whistleblower-protection group.
When UN staffers on peacekeeping missions were accused of misconduct or corruption over the last couple of years, more than two-thirds of them were exonerated by the UN’s internal tribunal system, according to research provided to The Associated Press by a whistleblower-protection group.
Several trains cancelled ahead of Telangana march | ummid.com
Several trains cancelled ahead of Telangana march | ummid.com
In an attempt to prevent people from other districts of Telangana from reaching Hyderabad, the South Central Railway cancelled 12 express and 25 passenger trains. Another two express and five passenger trains have also been partially cancelled.
In an attempt to prevent people from other districts of Telangana from reaching Hyderabad, the South Central Railway cancelled 12 express and 25 passenger trains. Another two express and five passenger trains have also been partially cancelled.
Bengal government refuses to increase fares | ummid.com
Bengal government refuses to increase fares | ummid.com
As bus, minibus and taxi operators in West Bengal threatened an indefinite strike if fares were not immediately raised in the wake of the abrupt Rs.5 hike in diesel prices, state Transport Minister Madan Mitra Saturday remained non-committal about increasing the fares.
As bus, minibus and taxi operators in West Bengal threatened an indefinite strike if fares were not immediately raised in the wake of the abrupt Rs.5 hike in diesel prices, state Transport Minister Madan Mitra Saturday remained non-committal about increasing the fares.
Chief Justice Kabir - A quiet, firm jurist | ummid.com
Chief Justice Kabir - A quiet, firm jurist | ummid.com
Chief Justice Kabir was born July 19, 1948 in the illustrious political family of West Bengal. His uncle Humanyun Kabir - a close associate of Maulana Abul Kalam Azad - was an educationist, politician, writer and philosopher.
Chief Justice Kabir was born July 19, 1948 in the illustrious political family of West Bengal. His uncle Humanyun Kabir - a close associate of Maulana Abul Kalam Azad - was an educationist, politician, writer and philosopher.
Economic reforms not one-off process: PM | ummid.com
Economic reforms not one-off process: PM | ummid.com
Asked about Gujarat Chief Minister Narendra Modi's allegation that the FDI decision had been taken to please the US, the prime minister said India took decisions in its own interests.
Asked about Gujarat Chief Minister Narendra Modi's allegation that the FDI decision had been taken to please the US, the prime minister said India took decisions in its own interests.
Azad, Sibal at AMU for JNMC golden jubilee event | ummid.com
Azad, Sibal at AMU for JNMC golden jubilee event | ummid.com
Union Health Minister Ghulam Nabi Azad will Sunday inaugurate a diabetes and endocrinology centre on the eve of the golden jubilee celebrations of Jawaharlal Nehru Medical College at Aligarh Muslim University (AMU).
Union Health Minister Ghulam Nabi Azad will Sunday inaugurate a diabetes and endocrinology centre on the eve of the golden jubilee celebrations of Jawaharlal Nehru Medical College at Aligarh Muslim University (AMU).
CPI-M to observe 25th anniversary of 1988 Tripura massacre | ummid.com
CPI-M to observe 25th anniversary of 1988 Tripura massacre | ummid.com
Dhar said that during the Congress-led coalition's regime in 1988, 11 CPI-M members were murdered in the Birchandra Manu area, 85 km from here.
Dhar said that during the Congress-led coalition's regime in 1988, 11 CPI-M members were murdered in the Birchandra Manu area, 85 km from here.
New tea clone released for commercial production | ummid.com
New tea clone released for commercial production | ummid.com
The Tea Research Foundation (TRF) Saturday released for commercial production a new tea clone, which is superior in quality, has more leaves and can be harvested mechanically.
The Tea Research Foundation (TRF) Saturday released for commercial production a new tea clone, which is superior in quality, has more leaves and can be harvested mechanically.
Congress, Muslim League split over banning toddy in Kerala | ummid.com
Congress, Muslim League split over banning toddy in Kerala | ummid.com
The Congress party described the move as "unrealistic" while the Indian Union Muslim League (IUML) wants toddy to be banned. The Kerala High Court recently had asked the state government to take steps to end the sale of toddy.
The Congress party described the move as "unrealistic" while the Indian Union Muslim League (IUML) wants toddy to be banned. The Kerala High Court recently had asked the state government to take steps to end the sale of toddy.
Bihar opposition wants FIR against ex-legislator | ummid.com
Bihar opposition wants FIR against ex-legislator | ummid.com
Yadav, a former JD-U legislator, allegedly fired in the air Sep 27 to disperse contractual para teachers during a protest against Chief Minister Nitish Kumar in Khagaria.
Yadav, a former JD-U legislator, allegedly fired in the air Sep 27 to disperse contractual para teachers during a protest against Chief Minister Nitish Kumar in Khagaria.
13 starvation deaths in Bengal, groups demand reforms | ummid.com
13 starvation deaths in Bengal, groups demand reforms | ummid.com
Claiming there have been 13 starvation deaths in West Bengal in the past 14 months, a network of trade unions and NGOs Saturday demanded reforms in the public distribution system (PDS).
Claiming there have been 13 starvation deaths in West Bengal in the past 14 months, a network of trade unions and NGOs Saturday demanded reforms in the public distribution system (PDS).
UN chief gets prank call | ummid.com
UN chief gets prank call | ummid.com
UN Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon received a prank phone call from a person posing as Canadian Prime Minister Stephen Harper during the UN General Assembly annual debate, his spokesman said.
UN Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon received a prank phone call from a person posing as Canadian Prime Minister Stephen Harper during the UN General Assembly annual debate, his spokesman said.
Theatre Guru Ebrahim Alkazi awarded top French honour | ummid.com
Theatre Guru Ebrahim Alkazi awarded top French honour | ummid.com
Ebrahim Alkazi, one of the most influential Indian theatre directors and Drama teachers in 20th-century Indian theatre, has been conferred France's highest cultural award for his contribution in nurturing and presenting modern theatre in India and preserving the treasures of photography and other art forms for posterity.
Ebrahim Alkazi, one of the most influential Indian theatre directors and Drama teachers in 20th-century Indian theatre, has been conferred France's highest cultural award for his contribution in nurturing and presenting modern theatre in India and preserving the treasures of photography and other art forms for posterity.
India's heaviest communication satellite launched | ummid.com
India's heaviest communication satellite launched | ummid.com
A statement issued by the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) said the European Ariane-5 rocket injected the 3,400 kg GSAT-10 into an elliptical geosynchronous transfer orbit (GTO) 30 minutes and 45 seconds after the lift off.
A statement issued by the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) said the European Ariane-5 rocket injected the 3,400 kg GSAT-10 into an elliptical geosynchronous transfer orbit (GTO) 30 minutes and 45 seconds after the lift off.
Justice Altmas Kabir is new Chief Justice of India | ummid.com
Justice Altmas Kabir is new Chief Justice of India | ummid.com
Justice Altamas Kabir, the seniormost judge of the Supreme Court, was Saturday sworn in as the 39th Chief Justice of India. He was appointed Supreme Court judge on September 9, 2005.
Justice Altamas Kabir, the seniormost judge of the Supreme Court, was Saturday sworn in as the 39th Chief Justice of India. He was appointed Supreme Court judge on September 9, 2005.
Justice Altmas Kabir is new Chief Justice of India | ummid.com
Justice Altmas Kabir is new Chief Justice of India | ummid.com
Justice Altamas Kabir, the seniormost judge of the Supreme Court, was Saturday sworn in as the 39th Chief Justice of India. He was appointed Supreme Court judge on September 9, 2005.
Justice Altamas Kabir, the seniormost judge of the Supreme Court, was Saturday sworn in as the 39th Chief Justice of India. He was appointed Supreme Court judge on September 9, 2005.
A car with its own cinema projector | ummid.com
A car with its own cinema projector | ummid.com
The projector integrated in the front bonnet is operated via Bluetooth from an iPhone. A sound system with additional loudspeakers in the ventilation openings behind the doors also projects sound outside the car.
The projector integrated in the front bonnet is operated via Bluetooth from an iPhone. A sound system with additional loudspeakers in the ventilation openings behind the doors also projects sound outside the car.
Why BJP opposes foreign investment in retail | ummid.com
Why BJP opposes foreign investment in retail | ummid.com
Like all fundamentalists, the saffron brotherhood sees the Western world as a source of intellectual contamination, of which cosmopolitanism presents the most potent threat to the Hindutva group's insularity.
Like all fundamentalists, the saffron brotherhood sees the Western world as a source of intellectual contamination, of which cosmopolitanism presents the most potent threat to the Hindutva group's insularity.
'F----t' word tweeted 2.5 mn times since July | ummid.com
'F----t' word tweeted 2.5 mn times since July | ummid.com
In the first nine hours of its launch the site received 30,000 unique hits; 19,000 from Canada and nearly 500 from Australia. Thursday alone there were more than 23,000 Tweets containing the word "f----t".
In the first nine hours of its launch the site received 30,000 unique hits; 19,000 from Canada and nearly 500 from Australia. Thursday alone there were more than 23,000 Tweets containing the word "f----t".
Poor sanitation kills 1,600 children daily in India | ummid.com
Poor sanitation kills 1,600 children daily in India | ummid.com
'Squatting Rights', a research by philanthropic foundation Dasra, said that every year 30 percent of marginalised women who travel long distances to access public facilities were physically and sexually assaulted.
'Squatting Rights', a research by philanthropic foundation Dasra, said that every year 30 percent of marginalised women who travel long distances to access public facilities were physically and sexually assaulted.
Friday, September 28, 2012
Are wrist watches going out of fashion? | ummid.com
Are wrist watches going out of fashion? | ummid.com
The report, which surveyed 1,522 adults, found that in an office setting, using a watch to tell the time is seen as looking more professional, while taking out a mobile phone in a meeting was viewed as time wasting.
The report, which surveyed 1,522 adults, found that in an office setting, using a watch to tell the time is seen as looking more professional, while taking out a mobile phone in a meeting was viewed as time wasting.
Thursday, September 27, 2012
More women are now heart specialists: India's first woman cardiologist | ummid.com
More women are now heart specialists: India's first woman cardiologist | ummid.com
At 93, she still does the rounds of the hospital she founded. S.I. Padmavati, India's first woman cardiologist, says cardiology is a very demanding field that was keeping women away, but things are changing.
At 93, she still does the rounds of the hospital she founded. S.I. Padmavati, India's first woman cardiologist, says cardiology is a very demanding field that was keeping women away, but things are changing.
19 killed in Nepal plane crash | ummid.com
19 killed in Nepal plane crash | ummid.com
As many as 19 people, comprising 16 tourists and three crew members, were killed and three others badly injured in an air crash in Nepal's capital city of Kathmandu Friday morning, Xinhua reported.
As many as 19 people, comprising 16 tourists and three crew members, were killed and three others badly injured in an air crash in Nepal's capital city of Kathmandu Friday morning, Xinhua reported.
Nepal party restricts Indian movies, vehicles | ummid.com
Nepal party restricts Indian movies, vehicles | ummid.com
The party in a press statement Wednesday said it would prevent all Indian vehicles from entering Nepal and screening Hindi movies that were "against the sentiments of Nepali people and give promotion of vulgarity and cultural indecency".
The party in a press statement Wednesday said it would prevent all Indian vehicles from entering Nepal and screening Hindi movies that were "against the sentiments of Nepali people and give promotion of vulgarity and cultural indecency".
Government hikes taxes on railway fares | ummid.com
Government hikes taxes on railway fares | ummid.com
Fares of AC first class, executive class, AC-two tier, AC-three tier, AC chair car, AC economy class and first class would go up by 3.708 per cent from Oct 1, a statement said.
Fares of AC first class, executive class, AC-two tier, AC-three tier, AC chair car, AC economy class and first class would go up by 3.708 per cent from Oct 1, a statement said.
Nitish Kumar's rally marred by violence, police firing | ummid.com
Nitish Kumar's rally marred by violence, police firing | ummid.com
The chief minister was in Khagaria as part of his 'Adhikar Yatra' when protestors welcomed him with violent protest. They also set on fire police vehicles and a part of the Khagaria Collectrate building.
The chief minister was in Khagaria as part of his 'Adhikar Yatra' when protestors welcomed him with violent protest. They also set on fire police vehicles and a part of the Khagaria Collectrate building.
'British Asians in denial about Pakistani sex abuse rings' | ummid.com
'British Asians in denial about Pakistani sex abuse rings' | ummid.com
The alleged abuse follows a similar pattern -- involving grooming rings dominated by men from Pakistani backgrounds, who are often taxi drivers, and who pick up girls and take them to flats for sex with several men.
The alleged abuse follows a similar pattern -- involving grooming rings dominated by men from Pakistani backgrounds, who are often taxi drivers, and who pick up girls and take them to flats for sex with several men.
Angry mob confronts Iranian diplomat in New York | ummid.com
Angry mob confronts Iranian diplomat in New York | ummid.com
Deputy Foreign Ministry spokesman Ramin Mehmanparast was walking near the UN Wednesday when he was noticed and confronted by the angry mob on Second Avenue near East 48th Street in Manhattan.
Deputy Foreign Ministry spokesman Ramin Mehmanparast was walking near the UN Wednesday when he was noticed and confronted by the angry mob on Second Avenue near East 48th Street in Manhattan.
Naidu writes to PM on Telangana, invites colleagues' ire | ummid.com
Naidu writes to PM on Telangana, invites colleagues' ire | ummid.com
Byreddy, who recently went on hunger strike demanding separate statehood to Rayalaseema region in the event of division of Andhra Pradesh, found fault with Naidu for not mentioning Rayalaseema issue in the letter.
Byreddy, who recently went on hunger strike demanding separate statehood to Rayalaseema region in the event of division of Andhra Pradesh, found fault with Naidu for not mentioning Rayalaseema issue in the letter.
Maharashtra 'resignation' crisis subsides | ummid.com
Maharashtra 'resignation' crisis subsides | ummid.com
Sharad Pawar is expected to reach Mumbai Thursday night and scheduled to meet Chief Minister Prithviraj Chavan on the issue which has brought the Congress-Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) alliance virtually to the brink.
Sharad Pawar is expected to reach Mumbai Thursday night and scheduled to meet Chief Minister Prithviraj Chavan on the issue which has brought the Congress-Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) alliance virtually to the brink.
Anti-US rally in Kolkata turns violent | ummid.com
Anti-US rally in Kolkata turns violent | ummid.com
Gathered in thousands and belonging to various Muslim organisations, including the All-Bengal Minorities Youth Federation, the protestors were stopped some distance away from the American Center.
Gathered in thousands and belonging to various Muslim organisations, including the All-Bengal Minorities Youth Federation, the protestors were stopped some distance away from the American Center.
Lodge FIR against Raj Thackeray: Delhi court | ummid.com
Lodge FIR against Raj Thackeray: Delhi court | ummid.com
The complaint alleged that in a speech in Mumbai Aug 31, Thackeray termed Biharis in Mumbai as infiltrators and threatened that they would be pushed out of Maharashtra.
The complaint alleged that in a speech in Mumbai Aug 31, Thackeray termed Biharis in Mumbai as infiltrators and threatened that they would be pushed out of Maharashtra.
Auction not only method to disperse natural resources: SC | ummid.com
Auction not only method to disperse natural resources: SC | ummid.com
A five-judge bench headed by Chief Justice S.H. Kapadia said auction could be a better option where the aim is maximisation of revenue, but then "every method other than auction of natural resources cannot be shut down".
A five-judge bench headed by Chief Justice S.H. Kapadia said auction could be a better option where the aim is maximisation of revenue, but then "every method other than auction of natural resources cannot be shut down".
CBI begins probe in coal blocks allocations since 1993 | ummid.com
CBI begins probe in coal blocks allocations since 1993 | ummid.com
The agency, which is already probing coal blocks allocation during the period 2006-2009, registered the new preliminary enquiry on Central Vigilance Commission's (CVC) reference to check alleged irregularities in allotment of coal blocks from 1993 to 2004.
The agency, which is already probing coal blocks allocation during the period 2006-2009, registered the new preliminary enquiry on Central Vigilance Commission's (CVC) reference to check alleged irregularities in allotment of coal blocks from 1993 to 2004.
Kashmir grievances need speedy resolution: President | ummid.com
Kashmir grievances need speedy resolution: President | ummid.com
President Pranab Mukherjee said Thursday that people of Jammu and Kashmir did have "grievances" and these needed "deft handling and speedy resolution".
President Pranab Mukherjee said Thursday that people of Jammu and Kashmir did have "grievances" and these needed "deft handling and speedy resolution".
Medical negligence: Escorts Heart Institute to pay Rs.50,000 | ummid.com
Medical negligence: Escorts Heart Institute to pay Rs.50,000 | ummid.com
Taking a tough stand against medical negligence, the apex consumer court has slapped a Rs.50,000 penalty on the Delhi-based Fortis Escorts Heart Institute for an infected blood transfusion that left a patient afflicted with Hepatitis B within weeks of undergoing a bypass surgery in 1995.
Taking a tough stand against medical negligence, the apex consumer court has slapped a Rs.50,000 penalty on the Delhi-based Fortis Escorts Heart Institute for an infected blood transfusion that left a patient afflicted with Hepatitis B within weeks of undergoing a bypass surgery in 1995.
Two college buildings near Agra sealed for illegal construction | ummid.com
Two college buildings near Agra sealed for illegal construction | ummid.com
Deputy Wildlife Conservator Sujoy Banerjee told IANS that the Anand Engineering College had been given three weeks to move out of the buildings. The buildings had been sealed Monday.
Deputy Wildlife Conservator Sujoy Banerjee told IANS that the Anand Engineering College had been given three weeks to move out of the buildings. The buildings had been sealed Monday.
Sohrabuddin murder case shifted to Mumbai | ummid.com
Sohrabuddin murder case shifted to Mumbai | ummid.com
The court had earlier in the course of the hearing offered senior counsel Ram Jethmalani the choice between his client Shah coming back to Gujarat and the trial being transferred outside the state or he staying away and the trial continuing in the state.
The court had earlier in the course of the hearing offered senior counsel Ram Jethmalani the choice between his client Shah coming back to Gujarat and the trial being transferred outside the state or he staying away and the trial continuing in the state.
Wednesday, September 26, 2012
UN chief launches new education initiative | ummid.com
UN chief launches new education initiative | ummid.com
Education First initiative comprises three priorities -- putting every child in school, improving the quality of learning and fostering global citizenship, said UN officials.
Education First initiative comprises three priorities -- putting every child in school, improving the quality of learning and fostering global citizenship, said UN officials.
Canadian university gets first Muslim chaplain | ummid.com
Canadian university gets first Muslim chaplain | ummid.com
28-year old Amjad Tarsin from Michigan, U.S. is recently hired by the University of Toronto, Canada becoming the first Muslim chaplain of the university. Tarsin aims to be someone students can relate to.
28-year old Amjad Tarsin from Michigan, U.S. is recently hired by the University of Toronto, Canada becoming the first Muslim chaplain of the university. Tarsin aims to be someone students can relate to.
Synthetic drug shows promise in brain cancer | ummid.com
Synthetic drug shows promise in brain cancer | ummid.com
Additional research in Santosh Kesari's neuro-oncology lab at the University of California San Diego Moores Cancer Center, demonstrated the drug's anti-cancer effects in patient-derived brain cancer cell lines. Kesari is the principal study-investigator.
Additional research in Santosh Kesari's neuro-oncology lab at the University of California San Diego Moores Cancer Center, demonstrated the drug's anti-cancer effects in patient-derived brain cancer cell lines. Kesari is the principal study-investigator.
World's lowest roadworthy car is 45 cm tall | ummid.com
World's lowest roadworthy car is 45 cm tall | ummid.com
The record for the lowest car has been held in the past by British motor fanatic Andy Saunders, from Poole, Dorset, when he built a 21 inch (53 cm) version using a rusty 1989 Fiat 126.
The record for the lowest car has been held in the past by British motor fanatic Andy Saunders, from Poole, Dorset, when he built a 21 inch (53 cm) version using a rusty 1989 Fiat 126.
Catholics protest their portrayal in Bollywood films | ummid.com
Catholics protest their portrayal in Bollywood films | ummid.com
The protestors belonged to the Association of Concerned Catholics (AOCC), Catholic Secular Forum (CSF), Maharashtra Christian Youth Forum (MCYF), Catholic Residents Organisation for Social Services (CROSS) and Catholics for Preservation of Faith (CPF).
The protestors belonged to the Association of Concerned Catholics (AOCC), Catholic Secular Forum (CSF), Maharashtra Christian Youth Forum (MCYF), Catholic Residents Organisation for Social Services (CROSS) and Catholics for Preservation of Faith (CPF).
Google brain teasers test your job skills | ummid.com
Google brain teasers test your job skills | ummid.com
Want to work at Google? Brace yourself to answer perplexing trivia questions and riddles, claims a book that gives tips to increase the chances of getting hired.
Want to work at Google? Brace yourself to answer perplexing trivia questions and riddles, claims a book that gives tips to increase the chances of getting hired.
Your demands won't be met, Nitish tells teachers | ummid.com
Your demands won't be met, Nitish tells teachers | ummid.com
A fuming Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar declared Wednesday that the demands of "contractual para teachers" for parity of salaries with government teachers won't be met.
A fuming Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar declared Wednesday that the demands of "contractual para teachers" for parity of salaries with government teachers won't be met.
India's first private airport to come up in Kerala | ummid.com
India's first private airport to come up in Kerala | ummid.com
KGS Aranmula International Airport Ltd, which is developing India's first private airport at Aranmula, Pathanamthitta district, has received clearances for the project from the Airports Authority of India (AAI), according to the executive director of the developer.
KGS Aranmula International Airport Ltd, which is developing India's first private airport at Aranmula, Pathanamthitta district, has received clearances for the project from the Airports Authority of India (AAI), according to the executive director of the developer.
Will back central, Maharashtra government: Pawar | ummid.com
Will back central, Maharashtra government: Pawar | ummid.com
The Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) will keep supporting the Congress-led governments both in New Delhi and Maharashtra, NCP chief Sharad Pawar said Wednesday.
The Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) will keep supporting the Congress-led governments both in New Delhi and Maharashtra, NCP chief Sharad Pawar said Wednesday.
8 students killed, 30 injured in train-bus crash | ummid.com
8 students killed, 30 injured in train-bus crash | ummid.com
Siwan Superintendent of Police Nitasha Gudia said the accident occurred at Chap Dhala railway crossing near Siwan railway station when the Howrah-Gorakhpur Bagh Express train rammed into a bus carrying 25 students of a local engineering college.
Siwan Superintendent of Police Nitasha Gudia said the accident occurred at Chap Dhala railway crossing near Siwan railway station when the Howrah-Gorakhpur Bagh Express train rammed into a bus carrying 25 students of a local engineering college.
Walmart to launch first Indian store in 18 months | ummid.com
Walmart to launch first Indian store in 18 months | ummid.com
Raj did not believe that they have to wait for other states to open retail for FDI. "I think there are enough (eight) states which have agreed. Big states like Maharashtra and Andhra Pradesh have expressed their willingness to allow FDI. I think these states are big enough to start our operations," he added.
Raj did not believe that they have to wait for other states to open retail for FDI. "I think there are enough (eight) states which have agreed. Big states like Maharashtra and Andhra Pradesh have expressed their willingness to allow FDI. I think these states are big enough to start our operations," he added.
Bharti Walmart to open six wholesale stores this fiscal | ummid.com
Bharti Walmart to open six wholesale stores this fiscal | ummid.com
Spread over 53,000 square feet, the Best Price store which has come up at Sivarampally on Rajiv Gandhi International Airport Road, is the first store in Hyderabad and the third in Andhra Pradesh.
Spread over 53,000 square feet, the Best Price store which has come up at Sivarampally on Rajiv Gandhi International Airport Road, is the first store in Hyderabad and the third in Andhra Pradesh.
Rolls-Royce to have showrooms in three more Indian cities | ummid.com
Rolls-Royce to have showrooms in three more Indian cities | ummid.com
The car is powered by V12 direct injection engine which improves fuel consumption by 10 percent on the combined cycle which as a result reduce carbon emissions from 388 to 347 grams per km. The luxury car also comes with a new eight-speed automatic gearbox and rear differential.
The car is powered by V12 direct injection engine which improves fuel consumption by 10 percent on the combined cycle which as a result reduce carbon emissions from 388 to 347 grams per km. The luxury car also comes with a new eight-speed automatic gearbox and rear differential.
Retired cops push for police reforms, launch movement | ummid.com
Retired cops push for police reforms, launch movement | ummid.com
Politicians and bureaucrats do not want police reforms. They do not want to give up their powers to appoint and transfer. They want these powers to extend patronage to police officers to earn their loyalty," Ribeiro, who headed one of the police reforms committees set up by the government 15 years ago, told IANS over the phone.
Politicians and bureaucrats do not want police reforms. They do not want to give up their powers to appoint and transfer. They want these powers to extend patronage to police officers to earn their loyalty," Ribeiro, who headed one of the police reforms committees set up by the government 15 years ago, told IANS over the phone.
Muslim world leaders reject Obama's free speech rhetoric at UN | ummid.com
Muslim world leaders reject Obama's free speech rhetoric at UN | ummid.com
Muslim leaders coming from across the world demanded international action to stop religious insults in a challenge to U.S. President Barack Obama’s defense of freedom of expression at the U.N. General Assembly.
Muslim leaders coming from across the world demanded international action to stop religious insults in a challenge to U.S. President Barack Obama’s defense of freedom of expression at the U.N. General Assembly.
UP to have anti-obscene call cell in each district | ummid.com
UP to have anti-obscene call cell in each district | ummid.com
With more than 161 complaints received in a month and 150 of them dealt with - either by issuing strict warning or penal action against callers - the pilot was considered to be a success.
With more than 161 complaints received in a month and 150 of them dealt with - either by issuing strict warning or penal action against callers - the pilot was considered to be a success.
Kashmir: Checks on students coming for Pranab's convocation address | ummid.com
Kashmir: Checks on students coming for Pranab's convocation address | ummid.com
Although no intelligence official agreed to go on record, many registered students said sleuths had visited their homes, asking questions about their family backgrounds and verifying other details.
Although no intelligence official agreed to go on record, many registered students said sleuths had visited their homes, asking questions about their family backgrounds and verifying other details.
Only barrier-free schools will retain recognition: Court | ummid.com
Only barrier-free schools will retain recognition: Court | ummid.com
The court, in a recent order, granted time till March 31, 2013 to the schools to make their premises barrier-free and asked them to appoint special educators within the next two years.
The court, in a recent order, granted time till March 31, 2013 to the schools to make their premises barrier-free and asked them to appoint special educators within the next two years.
Will India and China fight a war again? | ummid.com
Will India and China fight a war again? | ummid.com
At the time of the 1967 clash, India's 2 Grenadiers held Nathu La. This battalion was under the command of Lt Col (later Brigadier) Rai Singh. The battalion was under the Mountain Brigade commanded by Brig M.M.S. Bakshi, MVC.
At the time of the 1967 clash, India's 2 Grenadiers held Nathu La. This battalion was under the command of Lt Col (later Brigadier) Rai Singh. The battalion was under the Mountain Brigade commanded by Brig M.M.S. Bakshi, MVC.
Degrees out of reach for 150,000 distance education students | ummid.com
Degrees out of reach for 150,000 distance education students | ummid.com
According to official data, MDU had been running over 11,000 study centres. Of these, 1,168 centres were set up directly by the university, while nearly 10,000 were opened through its 10 global study centres across the nation.
According to official data, MDU had been running over 11,000 study centres. Of these, 1,168 centres were set up directly by the university, while nearly 10,000 were opened through its 10 global study centres across the nation.
Pro-Mamata intellectuals refuse to quit railway panels | ummid.com
Pro-Mamata intellectuals refuse to quit railway panels | ummid.com
Brushing aside criticism over their continuation on various railway panels, pro-Trinamool Congress intellectuals Tuesday said they will continue to be members till new panels are formed.
Brushing aside criticism over their continuation on various railway panels, pro-Trinamool Congress intellectuals Tuesday said they will continue to be members till new panels are formed.
Tuesday, September 25, 2012
Suriya Mandir 'comes' from Gwaliar to Malegaon | ummid.com
Suriya Mandir 'comes' from Gwaliar to Malegaon | ummid.com
The mandal famous for creating replicas of the prominent Mandirs of neighbourhood and popular ones from across the country, in its silver jubilee year, has come out with a model of Gwaliar’s Surya Mandir originally built by GD Birla with such an architectural precision that people from all across the region are thronging the venue since the day one of the 10-day Ganesh Festival to have at least a look.
The mandal famous for creating replicas of the prominent Mandirs of neighbourhood and popular ones from across the country, in its silver jubilee year, has come out with a model of Gwaliar’s Surya Mandir originally built by GD Birla with such an architectural precision that people from all across the region are thronging the venue since the day one of the 10-day Ganesh Festival to have at least a look.
Corruption: Ajit Pawar resigns from Maharashtra cabinet, ready for probe | ummid.com
Corruption: Ajit Pawar resigns from Maharashtra cabinet, ready for probe | ummid.com
Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar Tuesday resigned from the cabinet following allegations of involvement in an irrigation scam when he was water resources minister and said he was prepared for a CBI probe into the case.
Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar Tuesday resigned from the cabinet following allegations of involvement in an irrigation scam when he was water resources minister and said he was prepared for a CBI probe into the case.
Global economy still fraught with uncertainty: IMF chief | ummid.com
Global economy still fraught with uncertainty: IMF chief | ummid.com
The global economy is still fraught with uncertainty and still far from where it needs to be, Christine Lagarde, managing director of the International Monetary Fund (IMF), said here.
The global economy is still fraught with uncertainty and still far from where it needs to be, Christine Lagarde, managing director of the International Monetary Fund (IMF), said here.
Pakistani youth clean up violence-hit areas | ummid.com
Pakistani youth clean up violence-hit areas | ummid.com
"Even in this pall of night, there is light", a Pakistani daily said Tuesday after young men and women in Karachi, Lahore and Islamabad armed themselves with brooms, paint and brushes to clean up areas hit by clashes following protests over an anti-Islam film.
"Even in this pall of night, there is light", a Pakistani daily said Tuesday after young men and women in Karachi, Lahore and Islamabad armed themselves with brooms, paint and brushes to clean up areas hit by clashes following protests over an anti-Islam film.
Monday, September 24, 2012
Rs.2,300 crore annual pay, pension package for defence personnel | ummid.com
Rs.2,300 crore annual pay, pension package for defence personnel | ummid.com
Its remit also included ex-servicemen's issues such as OROP (that all retired officers of the same rank and service tenure should get the same pension), enhancement of family pension, dual family pension, and family pension for mentally and physically challenged children of armed forces personnel on marriage.
Its remit also included ex-servicemen's issues such as OROP (that all retired officers of the same rank and service tenure should get the same pension), enhancement of family pension, dual family pension, and family pension for mentally and physically challenged children of armed forces personnel on marriage.
World's smallest girl measures just 68 cm | ummid.com
World's smallest girl measures just 68 cm | ummid.com
The world's smallest girl is just 68 cm tall and weighs less than nine pounds or 4 kg, and is no bigger than a newborn and smaller than her favourite teddy, the Daily Mail reported Monday.
The world's smallest girl is just 68 cm tall and weighs less than nine pounds or 4 kg, and is no bigger than a newborn and smaller than her favourite teddy, the Daily Mail reported Monday.
CVC tells CBI to probe coal block allocations since 1993 | ummid.com
CVC tells CBI to probe coal block allocations since 1993 | ummid.com
The Central Vigilance Commission (CVC) Monday asked the CBI, probing coal block allocations made during 2006-09, to extend its investigations to cover all allocations since 1993, said agency sources.
The Central Vigilance Commission (CVC) Monday asked the CBI, probing coal block allocations made during 2006-09, to extend its investigations to cover all allocations since 1993, said agency sources.
Move to make groundwater community resource | ummid.com
Move to make groundwater community resource | ummid.com
Concerned over the declining water table across the country, the water resources ministry is working on an overarching law that will modify provisions that allow proprietary right to a land owner on groundwater and make it a community resource.
Concerned over the declining water table across the country, the water resources ministry is working on an overarching law that will modify provisions that allow proprietary right to a land owner on groundwater and make it a community resource.
Take care before reaching out to anti-ageing products | ummid.com
Take care before reaching out to anti-ageing products | ummid.com
Notwithstanding the fact that many such creams, gels and other products are medically proved to yield good results, doctors say that they should still be taken under medical supervision because sometimes the results can be disastrous - and one may actually invite a host of harmful side effects in the bargain.
Notwithstanding the fact that many such creams, gels and other products are medically proved to yield good results, doctors say that they should still be taken under medical supervision because sometimes the results can be disastrous - and one may actually invite a host of harmful side effects in the bargain.
India moving closer to joining NSG, US leads the charge | ummid.com
India moving closer to joining NSG, US leads the charge | ummid.com
Marking a spectacular turnaround in global attitudes, India, which was once seen as a pariah after it went nuclear in 1998, garnered the NSG approval for the India-US civil nuclear deal and global nuclear cooperation on Sept 6, 2008.
Marking a spectacular turnaround in global attitudes, India, which was once seen as a pariah after it went nuclear in 1998, garnered the NSG approval for the India-US civil nuclear deal and global nuclear cooperation on Sept 6, 2008.
Rape allegation against me mudslinging: Rahul Gandhi | ummid.com
Rape allegation against me mudslinging: Rahul Gandhi | ummid.com
The court was hearing a petition by Kishore Smrite who made allegations, based on a website report, that on Dec 3, 2006, while on a tour of his constituency in Uttar Pradesh, Gandhi along with his six friends committed rape of a woman and detained her illegally.
The court was hearing a petition by Kishore Smrite who made allegations, based on a website report, that on Dec 3, 2006, while on a tour of his constituency in Uttar Pradesh, Gandhi along with his six friends committed rape of a woman and detained her illegally.
Health ministry questioned on entrance tests for pathology courses | ummid.com
Health ministry questioned on entrance tests for pathology courses | ummid.com
The direction came on the plea filed by Dr. Shilpa Agarwal alleging that the NBE was not holding entrance tests for diploma and post-diploma pathology courses since January 2011 and this was arbitrary and illegal.
The direction came on the plea filed by Dr. Shilpa Agarwal alleging that the NBE was not holding entrance tests for diploma and post-diploma pathology courses since January 2011 and this was arbitrary and illegal.
Troopers to vacate Chhattisgarh schools | ummid.com
Troopers to vacate Chhattisgarh schools | ummid.com
In the absence of infrastructure in remote hamlets of Bastar, schools and hostels run by the tribal development department were used to accommodate the troopers.
In the absence of infrastructure in remote hamlets of Bastar, schools and hostels run by the tribal development department were used to accommodate the troopers.
Close to 10 lakh marooned in Assam | ummid.com
Close to 10 lakh marooned in Assam | ummid.com
A large portion of the the Dibru-Saikhowa National park, the Kaziranga National Park and the Pobitara Wildlife Sanctuary have got submerged, the sources said.
A large portion of the the Dibru-Saikhowa National park, the Kaziranga National Park and the Pobitara Wildlife Sanctuary have got submerged, the sources said.
No roaming charges from next year: Sibal | ummid.com
No roaming charges from next year: Sibal | ummid.com
Indian mobile subscribers will not have to pay roaming charges while travelling within the country from the next year, Minister for Communications and Information Technology Kapil Sibal said Monday.
Indian mobile subscribers will not have to pay roaming charges while travelling within the country from the next year, Minister for Communications and Information Technology Kapil Sibal said Monday.
Nine suffocate to death in a Jharkhand prayer hall | ummid.com
Nine suffocate to death in a Jharkhand prayer hall | ummid.com
Nearly 2.5 lakh people from Bihar, Odisha and Jharkhand were gathered for Saint Thakur Anukul Chand's 125th birth anniversary celebrations when the tragedy occurred during early morning prayers.
Nearly 2.5 lakh people from Bihar, Odisha and Jharkhand were gathered for Saint Thakur Anukul Chand's 125th birth anniversary celebrations when the tragedy occurred during early morning prayers.
Sunday, September 23, 2012
Israeli attack on Iran may erupt world war: Official | ummid.com
Israeli attack on Iran may erupt world war: Official | ummid.com
Brig. Gen. Amir-Ali Hajizadeh, commander of the Aerospace Division of Iran's Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC), told Press TV that in case of the eruption of such a war, the situation would be out of control.
Brig. Gen. Amir-Ali Hajizadeh, commander of the Aerospace Division of Iran's Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC), told Press TV that in case of the eruption of such a war, the situation would be out of control.
Hong Kong, Athens Muslims join worldwide protests against blasphemous film | ummid.com
Hong Kong, Athens Muslims join worldwide protests against blasphemous film | ummid.com
Thousands of Muslims in Hong Kong and the Greek Capital Athens on Sunday rallied against the blasphemous film that allegedly insults Islam, and briefly scuffled with policemen outside the US consulate when they tried to deliver a letter of protest.
Thousands of Muslims in Hong Kong and the Greek Capital Athens on Sunday rallied against the blasphemous film that allegedly insults Islam, and briefly scuffled with policemen outside the US consulate when they tried to deliver a letter of protest.
WorldT20: Harbhajan bowls India to victory | ummid.com
WorldT20: Harbhajan bowls India to victory | ummid.com
Harbhajan Singh scripted the perfect comeback story by bowling India to a convincing 90-run win over England in a Group A encounter at the R. Premadasa Stadium here Sunday night.
Harbhajan Singh scripted the perfect comeback story by bowling India to a convincing 90-run win over England in a Group A encounter at the R. Premadasa Stadium here Sunday night.
Hadia Tajik becomes first Muslim minister of Norway | ummid.com
Hadia Tajik becomes first Muslim minister of Norway | ummid.com
Hadia Tajik, a 29-year-old Muslim, was named Friday, September 22, a culture minister as part of a cabinet reshuffle.
Hadia Tajik, a 29-year-old Muslim, was named Friday, September 22, a culture minister as part of a cabinet reshuffle.
Australian church admits to 600 child abuse cases | ummid.com
Australian church admits to 600 child abuse cases | ummid.com
Australia's Roman Catholic Church has confirmed 620 children have been sexually abused by its priests since the 1930s in the state of Victoria. Campaigners, however, put the figure at 10,000 between 1960s to the 1980s only.
Australia's Roman Catholic Church has confirmed 620 children have been sexually abused by its priests since the 1930s in the state of Victoria. Campaigners, however, put the figure at 10,000 between 1960s to the 1980s only.
No talks with Mulayam on third front: Sukhbir Badal | ummid.com
No talks with Mulayam on third front: Sukhbir Badal | ummid.com
He reiterated that there was no question of a third front in the present political scenario as only the National Democratic Alliance (NDA) would form the next government at the centre after the Lok Sabha elections, whenever they are held.
He reiterated that there was no question of a third front in the present political scenario as only the National Democratic Alliance (NDA) would form the next government at the centre after the Lok Sabha elections, whenever they are held.
Lifesaving robodoc functions as virtual ICU | ummid.com
Lifesaving robodoc functions as virtual ICU | ummid.com
A lifesaving robodoc, working in a UK hospital, can take a patient's pulse, scan vital signs, take pictures and even read case notes and then inform a consultant who can advise medical staff on potentially life-saving actions.
A lifesaving robodoc, working in a UK hospital, can take a patient's pulse, scan vital signs, take pictures and even read case notes and then inform a consultant who can advise medical staff on potentially life-saving actions.
Backache? Blame your genes | ummid.com
Backache? Blame your genes | ummid.com
A team led by Frances Williams, genetic epidemiologist at King's College London, has found a new gene implicated in back degeneration called PARK2, which could potentially open the way to new treatments.
A team led by Frances Williams, genetic epidemiologist at King's College London, has found a new gene implicated in back degeneration called PARK2, which could potentially open the way to new treatments.
Actuaries institute to increase professionals | ummid.com
Actuaries institute to increase professionals | ummid.com
Actuaries are experts in assessing the financial impact of future events, which is of prime importance in the insurance business. They analyse the past and forecast the future and place the results in financial terms to help in decision-making.
Actuaries are experts in assessing the financial impact of future events, which is of prime importance in the insurance business. They analyse the past and forecast the future and place the results in financial terms to help in decision-making.
World T20: Pakistan defeat New Zealand by 13 runs | ummid.com
World T20: Pakistan defeat New Zealand by 13 runs | ummid.com
Earlier, the Pakistani top-order pummelled the Kiwi bowlers to get off to a flier. Openers Hafeez (43) and Imran Nazir's (25) opening partnership of 47 got the Asian country to a good start.
Earlier, the Pakistani top-order pummelled the Kiwi bowlers to get off to a flier. Openers Hafeez (43) and Imran Nazir's (25) opening partnership of 47 got the Asian country to a good start.
Para teachers protest at Nitish Kumar's public meeting | ummid.com
Para teachers protest at Nitish Kumar's public meeting | ummid.com
Some of them even showed their sandals to the chief minister in Madhubani during his ongoing Adhikar Yatra (Rights March), police said.
Some of them even showed their sandals to the chief minister in Madhubani during his ongoing Adhikar Yatra (Rights March), police said.
Eyeing 2014, Sonia wants government-party in unison | ummid.com
Eyeing 2014, Sonia wants government-party in unison | ummid.com
Gandhi also wants the party to start with a clean slate, leaving behind the scars of the various corruption charges - 2G spectrum, Commonwealth Games and coal mines allocation - against the party and the government and forge ahead with its development and social welfare agenda, top party leaders told IANS.
Gandhi also wants the party to start with a clean slate, leaving behind the scars of the various corruption charges - 2G spectrum, Commonwealth Games and coal mines allocation - against the party and the government and forge ahead with its development and social welfare agenda, top party leaders told IANS.
Gujjars want inclusion of Gojri in Eighth Schedule | ummid.com
Gujjars want inclusion of Gojri in Eighth Schedule | ummid.com
Dr. Javed Rahi, secretary of Tribal Research and Cultural Foundation, a frontal organisation of the Gujjars, appealed to the union home minister "to amend the list of official languages of India by including Gojri - the oldest tribal language - into it, during the forthcoming session of parliament."
Dr. Javed Rahi, secretary of Tribal Research and Cultural Foundation, a frontal organisation of the Gujjars, appealed to the union home minister "to amend the list of official languages of India by including Gojri - the oldest tribal language - into it, during the forthcoming session of parliament."
Mufti stresses on Kashmir-centric India-Pakistan dialogue | ummid.com
Mufti stresses on Kashmir-centric India-Pakistan dialogue | ummid.com
Addressing a civil society meeting in Jammu, which was discussing 'Jammu and Kashmir Towards Tranquilty', Mufti said that apart from other issues between the two countries, India and Pakistan should have a sustained Kashmir-centric dialogue.
Addressing a civil society meeting in Jammu, which was discussing 'Jammu and Kashmir Towards Tranquilty', Mufti said that apart from other issues between the two countries, India and Pakistan should have a sustained Kashmir-centric dialogue.
India wakes up to new Egypt, to invite Morsi | ummid.com
India wakes up to new Egypt, to invite Morsi | ummid.com
With Egypt trying to reclaim its pre-eminent position in the Arab world, India signalled its desire to build bridges with the Muslim Brotherhood dispensation in Cairo when Prime Minister Manmohan Singh met Morsi briefly on the sidelines of the NAM summit in Tehran Aug 30.
With Egypt trying to reclaim its pre-eminent position in the Arab world, India signalled its desire to build bridges with the Muslim Brotherhood dispensation in Cairo when Prime Minister Manmohan Singh met Morsi briefly on the sidelines of the NAM summit in Tehran Aug 30.
Punjab seeks greater border trade with Pakistan | ummid.com
Punjab seeks greater border trade with Pakistan | ummid.com
Punjab Chief Minister Parkash Singh Badal has also been batting for more trade through the Attari-Wagah land route, besides supporting opening of more trade routes like Hussainiwala and Fazilka and people-to-people exchange programmes.
Punjab Chief Minister Parkash Singh Badal has also been batting for more trade through the Attari-Wagah land route, besides supporting opening of more trade routes like Hussainiwala and Fazilka and people-to-people exchange programmes.
Flood situation grim in Assam, seven dead | ummid.com
Flood situation grim in Assam, seven dead | ummid.com
Officials said that seven people have died in floods in various places during the past one week. Over 700 villages have also been submerged in the affected areas, an official said.
Officials said that seven people have died in floods in various places during the past one week. Over 700 villages have also been submerged in the affected areas, an official said.
185 Pakistanis face trial for protests against blasphemous film | ummid.com
185 Pakistanis face trial for protests against blasphemous film | ummid.com
Courts in the cities of Rawalpindi, Karachi and Lahore granted remand of at least 185 people Saturday in cases pertaining to riots and arson attacks during the protests, Dawn reported.
Courts in the cities of Rawalpindi, Karachi and Lahore granted remand of at least 185 people Saturday in cases pertaining to riots and arson attacks during the protests, Dawn reported.
Saturday, September 22, 2012
'Why Holocaust deniers frowned upon and Islam bashers protected?' | ummid.com
'Why Holocaust deniers frowned upon and Islam bashers protected?' | ummid.com
The Sheikh also suspected that the enemies of Islam in the West are attempting to drive Muslim communities to violence so that right-wing parties in the West can justify their hostile acts against Muslims and stop the spread of Islam in their countries.
The Sheikh also suspected that the enemies of Islam in the West are attempting to drive Muslim communities to violence so that right-wing parties in the West can justify their hostile acts against Muslims and stop the spread of Islam in their countries.
Lucknow school is world's 'largest' | ummid.com
Lucknow school is world's 'largest' | ummid.com
The 57th and 2013 edition of the book says the City Montessori School (CMS) in Lucknow had a record enrolment of 39,437 pupils on Aug 9, 2010, for the 2010-11 academic year.
The 57th and 2013 edition of the book says the City Montessori School (CMS) in Lucknow had a record enrolment of 39,437 pupils on Aug 9, 2010, for the 2010-11 academic year.
Somali MP shot dead | ummid.com
Somali MP shot dead | ummid.com
According to the state radio, Mustaf Haji Mohamed was murdered as he left a mosque in Mogadishu's Waberi district Saturday.
According to the state radio, Mustaf Haji Mohamed was murdered as he left a mosque in Mogadishu's Waberi district Saturday.
Pakistani minister wants anti-Muslim filmmaker dead | ummid.com
Pakistani minister wants anti-Muslim filmmaker dead | ummid.com
"There is no other way to lodge a protest and instill fear among the blasphemers other than murder of the filmmaker," Bilor said at a press conference in Peshawar.
"There is no other way to lodge a protest and instill fear among the blasphemers other than murder of the filmmaker," Bilor said at a press conference in Peshawar.
Mamata's gains and losses | ummid.com
Mamata's gains and losses | ummid.com
On the flip side, if the Congress calls Banerjee's bluff and survives without its support, then the railways projects that Trianmool had announced for Bengal during her tenure at Rail Bhawan will die a natural death.
On the flip side, if the Congress calls Banerjee's bluff and survives without its support, then the railways projects that Trianmool had announced for Bengal during her tenure at Rail Bhawan will die a natural death.
Mystery behind cats, zebra stripes to be solved? | ummid.com
Mystery behind cats, zebra stripes to be solved? | ummid.com
The recently-found gene is one of several that collaborate to create the distinctive design of a cat's coat, and it's the first of the pattern genes to be identified, Daily Mail reported. The discovery could also solve the mystery about fur markings on cheetahs and zebras.
The recently-found gene is one of several that collaborate to create the distinctive design of a cat's coat, and it's the first of the pattern genes to be identified, Daily Mail reported. The discovery could also solve the mystery about fur markings on cheetahs and zebras.
Congress leaders from Andhra, Rayalseema oppose bifurcation | ummid.com
Congress leaders from Andhra, Rayalseema oppose bifurcation | ummid.com
Minister for Medical Education S. Sailajanath told reporters after the meeting that it was decided to oppose tooth and nail any move to bifurcate the state.
Minister for Medical Education S. Sailajanath told reporters after the meeting that it was decided to oppose tooth and nail any move to bifurcate the state.
No dearth of donors, but not enough eye bank staff in India: Experts | ummid.com
No dearth of donors, but not enough eye bank staff in India: Experts | ummid.com
With around 1.1 million people afflicted with bilateral blindness (loss of eyesight in both eyes) and around 5.6 million suffering from lack of vision in one eye, corneal transplant has become a necessity in India.
With around 1.1 million people afflicted with bilateral blindness (loss of eyesight in both eyes) and around 5.6 million suffering from lack of vision in one eye, corneal transplant has become a necessity in India.
Mumbai trust to provide guidance for higher studies in US | ummid.com
Mumbai trust to provide guidance for higher studies in US | ummid.com
The Narsee Monjee Educational Trust (NMET) will play the role of a connect centre of over 150 schools of higher education from the the City of Philadelphia and the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, a US state.
The Narsee Monjee Educational Trust (NMET) will play the role of a connect centre of over 150 schools of higher education from the the City of Philadelphia and the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, a US state.
Kerala may have over 2 lakh dementia patients by 2021 | ummid.com
Kerala may have over 2 lakh dementia patients by 2021 | ummid.com
Jacob Roy Kuriakose, chairman of Alzheimer's Disease International, which is the worldwide federation of Alzheimer associations, said the state was going through a period when communicable and non-communicable diseases were either emerging or re-emerging in the state.
Jacob Roy Kuriakose, chairman of Alzheimer's Disease International, which is the worldwide federation of Alzheimer associations, said the state was going through a period when communicable and non-communicable diseases were either emerging or re-emerging in the state.
'India must prepare for conventional wars with Pakistan, China' | ummid.com
'India must prepare for conventional wars with Pakistan, China' | ummid.com
India must prepare itself for future conventional wars with Pakistan and China since nuclear deterrence is not a panacea as demonstrated by the 1999 Kargil War, says a new report by a US think tank.
India must prepare itself for future conventional wars with Pakistan and China since nuclear deterrence is not a panacea as demonstrated by the 1999 Kargil War, says a new report by a US think tank.
Gujarat villagers expose mega housing scam using RTI | ummid.com
Gujarat villagers expose mega housing scam using RTI | ummid.com
While Narendra Modi’s Gujarat is portrayed as a sterling example of good governance, brazen corruption in the premier housing scheme, Indira Awaas Yojana meant for those below poverty line (BPL) has not led to action against corrupt officials who have been diverting housing funds meant for the poorest of the poor to the ‘rich’ and ‘influential’ of the village, as exposed through RTI (Right to Information).
While Narendra Modi’s Gujarat is portrayed as a sterling example of good governance, brazen corruption in the premier housing scheme, Indira Awaas Yojana meant for those below poverty line (BPL) has not led to action against corrupt officials who have been diverting housing funds meant for the poorest of the poor to the ‘rich’ and ‘influential’ of the village, as exposed through RTI (Right to Information).
Congress ministers resign from Mamata government | ummid.com
Congress ministers resign from Mamata government | ummid.com
All six Congress ministers in West Bengal Saturday resigned from the Mamata Banerjee government, a day after her Trinamool Congress pulled out of the centre's ruling United Progressive Alliance.
All six Congress ministers in West Bengal Saturday resigned from the Mamata Banerjee government, a day after her Trinamool Congress pulled out of the centre's ruling United Progressive Alliance.
Objectionable contents on websites: Court questions official | ummid.com
Objectionable contents on websites: Court questions official | ummid.com
Metropolitan Magistrate Jay Thareja sought the presence of union home ministry's Under Secretary Amar Chand Oct 9 in a case against 21 social networking sites and websites.
Metropolitan Magistrate Jay Thareja sought the presence of union home ministry's Under Secretary Amar Chand Oct 9 in a case against 21 social networking sites and websites.
Smartphone games a hit in Tokyo | ummid.com
Smartphone games a hit in Tokyo | ummid.com
The displays by leading social game company Gree Inc. and industry giant Sony Computer Entertainment Inc. are taking the centre stage, drawing a large crowd that tries some of the latest games.
The displays by leading social game company Gree Inc. and industry giant Sony Computer Entertainment Inc. are taking the centre stage, drawing a large crowd that tries some of the latest games.
Protestor heckles PM at conference | ummid.com
Protestor heckles PM at conference | ummid.com
Just before the prime minister rose to deliver his inaugural address in the main hall of the Vigyan Bhavan, a protestor started raising slogans, seeking the roll-back of the hike in diesel price. The protestor who took off his shirt was later taken away by the security personnel present in the hall.
Just before the prime minister rose to deliver his inaugural address in the main hall of the Vigyan Bhavan, a protestor started raising slogans, seeking the roll-back of the hike in diesel price. The protestor who took off his shirt was later taken away by the security personnel present in the hall.
All is not lost for the UPA | ummid.com
All is not lost for the UPA | ummid.com
The worst offender, however, is the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), which claims to be pro-reform. But an overwhelming desire to corner the Congress has made it turn against a measure like FDI in retail, which it had supported when in power.
The worst offender, however, is the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), which claims to be pro-reform. But an overwhelming desire to corner the Congress has made it turn against a measure like FDI in retail, which it had supported when in power.
All is not lost for the UPA | ummid.com
All is not lost for the UPA | ummid.com
The worst offender, however, is the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), which claims to be pro-reform. But an overwhelming desire to corner the Congress has made it turn against a measure like FDI in retail, which it had supported when in power.
The worst offender, however, is the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), which claims to be pro-reform. But an overwhelming desire to corner the Congress has made it turn against a measure like FDI in retail, which it had supported when in power.
Agra MP injured in mob attack | ummid.com
Agra MP injured in mob attack | ummid.com
Ramu, originally from Firozabad, was married to Sapna of Taj Ganj area only three months ago. His family members said the police had picked him up for gambling with some others. They accused the police of mercilessly beating Ramu, who subsequently died, and throwing his body in the wilderness.
Ramu, originally from Firozabad, was married to Sapna of Taj Ganj area only three months ago. His family members said the police had picked him up for gambling with some others. They accused the police of mercilessly beating Ramu, who subsequently died, and throwing his body in the wilderness.
Friday, September 21, 2012
Is Indian Muslim media serving its purpose? | ummid.com
Is Indian Muslim media serving its purpose? | ummid.com
India's Muslim English media has a special responsibility. They have to communicate with the modern educated non-Muslim Indians telling them that Muslims are like them, progress oriented and wanting to move into 21st century India.
India's Muslim English media has a special responsibility. They have to communicate with the modern educated non-Muslim Indians telling them that Muslims are like them, progress oriented and wanting to move into 21st century India.
Walmart hits a wall in New York | ummid.com
Walmart hits a wall in New York | ummid.com
Supporters of the Torcida Sandzak football club in Novi Pazar town Friday waved banners that read "Freedom for Palestine, Afghanistan and Libya" and "The Prophet is in my heart".
Supporters of the Torcida Sandzak football club in Novi Pazar town Friday waved banners that read "Freedom for Palestine, Afghanistan and Libya" and "The Prophet is in my heart".
Serbian Muslim football fans protest blasphemous US film | ummid.com
Serbian Muslim football fans protest blasphemous US film | ummid.com
Supporters of the Torcida Sandzak football club in Novi Pazar town Friday waved banners that read "Freedom for Palestine, Afghanistan and Libya" and "The Prophet is in my heart".
Supporters of the Torcida Sandzak football club in Novi Pazar town Friday waved banners that read "Freedom for Palestine, Afghanistan and Libya" and "The Prophet is in my heart".
Congress to pull out of Mamata Banerjee ministry | ummid.com
Congress to pull out of Mamata Banerjee ministry | ummid.com
Launching a scathing attack on Banerjee for her "dictatorial attitude", and claiming that the law and order situation in the state had been deteriorating, state Congress president Pradip Bhattacharya said his party would be "relieved" to leave the state cabinet.
Launching a scathing attack on Banerjee for her "dictatorial attitude", and claiming that the law and order situation in the state had been deteriorating, state Congress president Pradip Bhattacharya said his party would be "relieved" to leave the state cabinet.
PM defends reforms, says 'hard decisions' needed | ummid.com
PM defends reforms, says 'hard decisions' needed | ummid.com
Prime Minister Manmohan Singh Friday strongly defended his government's fresh economic reforms, saying "hard decisions" were needed to boost investor confidence domestically and globally.
Prime Minister Manmohan Singh Friday strongly defended his government's fresh economic reforms, saying "hard decisions" were needed to boost investor confidence domestically and globally.
19 dead in anti-Islam film riots in Pakistan | ummid.com
19 dead in anti-Islam film riots in Pakistan | ummid.com
Clashes between police and protesters were reported in several areas of Islamabad, as demonstrators entered the red zone and proceeded towards the US consulate. Police used tear gas to deter them.
Clashes between police and protesters were reported in several areas of Islamabad, as demonstrators entered the red zone and proceeded towards the US consulate. Police used tear gas to deter them.
Chocolates offer opium-like high! | ummid.com
Chocolates offer opium-like high! | ummid.com
Though not many may find it easy to avoid biting into a chocolate, a study has found chocolates cause an effect on the brain similar to that of opium.
Though not many may find it easy to avoid biting into a chocolate, a study has found chocolates cause an effect on the brain similar to that of opium.
3,500 geeks on 18-hour coding spree at Microsoft | ummid.com
3,500 geeks on 18-hour coding spree at Microsoft | ummid.com
About 3,500 young geeks Friday logged into the Windows 8 version of global software major Microsoft here on an 18-hour coding spree to develop a range of applications for the global community.
About 3,500 young geeks Friday logged into the Windows 8 version of global software major Microsoft here on an 18-hour coding spree to develop a range of applications for the global community.
Sri Lankan President Rajapaksa inaugurates university at Sanchi | ummid.com
Sri Lankan President Rajapaksa inaugurates university at Sanchi | ummid.com
Sri Lankan President Mahinda Rajapaksa Friday laid the foundation stone of a Buddhist university in Sanchi and called for tolerance and understanding in the world, saying it was of great relevance in view of the violence sparked due to religious causes.
Sri Lankan President Mahinda Rajapaksa Friday laid the foundation stone of a Buddhist university in Sanchi and called for tolerance and understanding in the world, saying it was of great relevance in view of the violence sparked due to religious causes.
Vicious cycle of Islamophobia | ummid.com
Vicious cycle of Islamophobia | ummid.com
The demonization of Islam and Muslims has a pattern and agenda. The cartons and films are the outcome of the deeper political processes, which aim to control the oil wells in West Asia.
The demonization of Islam and Muslims has a pattern and agenda. The cartons and films are the outcome of the deeper political processes, which aim to control the oil wells in West Asia.
Mamata pulls plug, reformist Manmohan breathes easy | ummid.com
Mamata pulls plug, reformist Manmohan breathes easy | ummid.com
Railway Minister Mukul Roy and five ministers of state called on the prime minister and handed over their resignations. The meeting barely lasted five minutes. They later went and submitted a letter to President Pranab Mukherjee withdrawing support to the UPA.
Railway Minister Mukul Roy and five ministers of state called on the prime minister and handed over their resignations. The meeting barely lasted five minutes. They later went and submitted a letter to President Pranab Mukherjee withdrawing support to the UPA.
Sensex at 14-month high, surging 404 points on reforms hopes | ummid.com
Sensex at 14-month high, surging 404 points on reforms hopes | ummid.com
The 30-scrip sensitive index (Sensex) of the Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE), which opened at 18,411.20 points, closed 18,752.83 points, 403.58 points or 2.20 percent up from its previous day's close at 18,349.25 points.
The 30-scrip sensitive index (Sensex) of the Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE), which opened at 18,411.20 points, closed 18,752.83 points, 403.58 points or 2.20 percent up from its previous day's close at 18,349.25 points.
India's Kashmir policy faulty: ex-governor Sinha | ummid.com
India's Kashmir policy faulty: ex-governor Sinha | ummid.com
In response to a question from a student, Sinha said the Armed Forces Act -- which gives sweeping powers to the military -- was the need of the hour in Jammu and Kashmir.
In response to a question from a student, Sinha said the Armed Forces Act -- which gives sweeping powers to the military -- was the need of the hour in Jammu and Kashmir.
World T20: McCullum's record century powers New Zealand to 59-run win | ummid.com
World T20: McCullum's record century powers New Zealand to 59-run win | ummid.com
Brendan's record knock surpassed South African Richard Levi's highest T20I score of 117 made earlier this year. The Kiwi wicketkeeper also became the only player to hit two centuries in Twenty20 internationals. He scored 116 against Australia in 2010.
Brendan's record knock surpassed South African Richard Levi's highest T20I score of 117 made earlier this year. The Kiwi wicketkeeper also became the only player to hit two centuries in Twenty20 internationals. He scored 116 against Australia in 2010.
Trinamool's exit revives railways hopes | ummid.com
Trinamool's exit revives railways hopes | ummid.com
Eyebrows have been raised about the Trinamool's handling of the ministry overseeing a network that carries 22 million passengers on 11,000 trains per day - under Mamata Banerjee and Mukul Roy, barring the short term of Dinesh Trivedi in UPA-II.
Eyebrows have been raised about the Trinamool's handling of the ministry overseeing a network that carries 22 million passengers on 11,000 trains per day - under Mamata Banerjee and Mukul Roy, barring the short term of Dinesh Trivedi in UPA-II.
Despite two peaceful summers, peace is fragile in Kashmir | ummid.com
Despite two peaceful summers, peace is fragile in Kashmir | ummid.com
In the predominantly Muslim majority Valley, discovery of some blasphemous pictures in a general knowledge book triggered massive protests in 1974, culminating in bloody clashes between protesters and the police in which four people died.
In the predominantly Muslim majority Valley, discovery of some blasphemous pictures in a general knowledge book triggered massive protests in 1974, culminating in bloody clashes between protesters and the police in which four people died.
'Jamia Millia Islamia can receive and spend foreign funds' | ummid.com
'Jamia Millia Islamia can receive and spend foreign funds' | ummid.com
Following reports in some sections of the media in August that the Foreign Contribution Regulation Act (FCRA) Registration of Jamia Millia Islamia along with many other organisations and NGOs had been cancelled, the university gave a report of its returns to the government, the statement said.
Following reports in some sections of the media in August that the Foreign Contribution Regulation Act (FCRA) Registration of Jamia Millia Islamia along with many other organisations and NGOs had been cancelled, the university gave a report of its returns to the government, the statement said.
India tests Agni-III missile | ummid.com
India tests Agni-III missile | ummid.com
The surface-to-surface missile, with a range of over 3,000 km, was fired from a launching complex of the Inner Wheeler Island near Dhamra in Bhadrak district, about 200 km from here.
The surface-to-surface missile, with a range of over 3,000 km, was fired from a launching complex of the Inner Wheeler Island near Dhamra in Bhadrak district, about 200 km from here.
Rajiv Gandhi Equity Scheme opened to investments through ETFs and MFs | ummid.com
Rajiv Gandhi Equity Scheme opened to investments through ETFs and MFs | ummid.com
The scheme which was announced in 2012 budget had allowed the tax benefits for investments in stocks. But, Finance Minister P. Chidambaram has now brought in exchange traded funds (ETFs) and mutual funds (MFs) under the scheme.
The scheme which was announced in 2012 budget had allowed the tax benefits for investments in stocks. But, Finance Minister P. Chidambaram has now brought in exchange traded funds (ETFs) and mutual funds (MFs) under the scheme.
Protests against blasphemous film grip Pakistan; one killed | ummid.com
Protests against blasphemous film grip Pakistan; one killed | ummid.com
One person was gunned down Friday when a demonstration against an anti-Islam film turned violent in Peshawar. Pakistan summoned a US diplomat to lodge an official protest and Prime Minister Raja Pervez Ashraf said freedom of expression must not be used to insult religions.
One person was gunned down Friday when a demonstration against an anti-Islam film turned violent in Peshawar. Pakistan summoned a US diplomat to lodge an official protest and Prime Minister Raja Pervez Ashraf said freedom of expression must not be used to insult religions.
Mulayam comes to rescue of UPA Govt | ummid.com
Mulayam comes to rescue of UPA Govt | ummid.com
Samajwadi Party (SP) chief Mulayam Singh Yadav Friday came to the rescue of the ruling UPA coalition, which was reduced to a minority following the withdrawal of support by the Trinamool Congress, saying he would provide support to the central government to "keep communal forces at bay".
Samajwadi Party (SP) chief Mulayam Singh Yadav Friday came to the rescue of the ruling UPA coalition, which was reduced to a minority following the withdrawal of support by the Trinamool Congress, saying he would provide support to the central government to "keep communal forces at bay".
US judge refuses to order YouTube to take down anti-Muslim video | ummid.com
US judge refuses to order YouTube to take down anti-Muslim video | ummid.com
Los Angeles County Superior Court Judge Luis Lanvin ruled that Cindy Lee Garcia failed to show that she would likely prevail on the merits of her request, despite the actress's claim that she was tricked into appearing in the inflammatory film.
Los Angeles County Superior Court Judge Luis Lanvin ruled that Cindy Lee Garcia failed to show that she would likely prevail on the merits of her request, despite the actress's claim that she was tricked into appearing in the inflammatory film.
Thursday, September 20, 2012
Mumbai NGO, top experts join hands to train students for civil services exams | ummid.com
Mumbai NGO, top experts join hands to train students for civil services exams | ummid.com
In an important step towards giving the Indian civil services an inclusive look, a Mumbai based NGO and top experts of the filed are running a campaign to select talented students from the marginalized sections of the country so as to train them free of cost for the coveted exams.
In an important step towards giving the Indian civil services an inclusive look, a Mumbai based NGO and top experts of the filed are running a campaign to select talented students from the marginalized sections of the country so as to train them free of cost for the coveted exams.
Party drug damaging to memory? | ummid.com
Party drug damaging to memory? | ummid.com
A euphoric high delivered by party drug mephedrone not only makes it extremely addictive but also prompts users to quaff massive doses to maintain the kick, says a study.
A euphoric high delivered by party drug mephedrone not only makes it extremely addictive but also prompts users to quaff massive doses to maintain the kick, says a study.
South Asia: Hot spot for cross-border diseases | ummid.com
South Asia: Hot spot for cross-border diseases | ummid.com
Among the diseases spread by animals in South Asia are the plague, scrub typhus, leptospirosis and avian flu. Brucellosis causes abortions in bovines, and sheep and goat. In humans, the fever can be confused with typhoid.
Among the diseases spread by animals in South Asia are the plague, scrub typhus, leptospirosis and avian flu. Brucellosis causes abortions in bovines, and sheep and goat. In humans, the fever can be confused with typhoid.
Egypt’s Islamists demand French action on cartoons | ummid.com
Egypt’s Islamists demand French action on cartoons | ummid.com
Egypt’s influential Muslim Brotherhood demanded Thursday that France act against cartoons mocking the Prophet Mohammed in the same way as against the topless pictures of Prince William’s wife Catherine.
Egypt’s influential Muslim Brotherhood demanded Thursday that France act against cartoons mocking the Prophet Mohammed in the same way as against the topless pictures of Prince William’s wife Catherine.
World T20: South Africa send Zimbabwe packing | ummid.com
World T20: South Africa send Zimbabwe packing | ummid.com
South Africa cantered to a 10-wicket win over Zimbabwe, knocking them out of the World Twenty20 Championship, in a Group C encounter at the Mahinda Rajapaksa International Cricket Stadium here Thursday.
South Africa cantered to a 10-wicket win over Zimbabwe, knocking them out of the World Twenty20 Championship, in a Group C encounter at the Mahinda Rajapaksa International Cricket Stadium here Thursday.
Iranian students protest outside French embassy over cartoons | ummid.com
Iranian students protest outside French embassy over cartoons | ummid.com
The French weekly Charlie Hebdo published 'insulting' and 'vulgar' cartoons of Prophet Mohammad Wednesday.
The French weekly Charlie Hebdo published 'insulting' and 'vulgar' cartoons of Prophet Mohammad Wednesday.
France bans protest over anti-Islam movie | ummid.com
France bans protest over anti-Islam movie | ummid.com
According to news channel BFMTV, Paris police banned a planned protest outside Paris Mosque Saturday as a precautionary measure after calls circulated on social networks to protest over the movie.
According to news channel BFMTV, Paris police banned a planned protest outside Paris Mosque Saturday as a precautionary measure after calls circulated on social networks to protest over the movie.
Manmohan, Rajapaksa discuss Tamil situation, bilateral ties | ummid.com
Manmohan, Rajapaksa discuss Tamil situation, bilateral ties | ummid.com
Prime Minister Manmohan Singh Thursday met Sri Lanka President Mahinda Rajapaksa and pressed him for an early solution to the decades-long ethnic issue and stressed on the need to fast-track rehabilitation of displaced Tamils.
Prime Minister Manmohan Singh Thursday met Sri Lanka President Mahinda Rajapaksa and pressed him for an early solution to the decades-long ethnic issue and stressed on the need to fast-track rehabilitation of displaced Tamils.
Govt formally notifies FDI | ummid.com
Govt formally notifies FDI | ummid.com
The government Thursday issued a formal notification on foreign direct investment (FDI) in retail , civil aviation, broadcasting and power exchanges, giving effect to the cabinet decision taken last week.
The government Thursday issued a formal notification on foreign direct investment (FDI) in retail , civil aviation, broadcasting and power exchanges, giving effect to the cabinet decision taken last week.
Vodafone willing to pay Rs.8,000 crore tax to government | ummid.com
Vodafone willing to pay Rs.8,000 crore tax to government | ummid.com
The Income Tax department has sought over Rs.11,000 crore as tax and interest from Vodafone for acquiring Hutchison stake in Hutchison-Essar in 2007.
The Income Tax department has sought over Rs.11,000 crore as tax and interest from Vodafone for acquiring Hutchison stake in Hutchison-Essar in 2007.
Five Indian Americans among Forbes 400 richest | ummid.com
Five Indian Americans among Forbes 400 richest | ummid.com
The Indian-Americans' list is topped by Bharat Desai and family with a net worth of $2 billion in the 239th place. Kenya-born Bharat Desai started as a programmer for Tata Consultancy Services, only to leave the company four years later to start Syntel with his wife.
The Indian-Americans' list is topped by Bharat Desai and family with a net worth of $2 billion in the 239th place. Kenya-born Bharat Desai started as a programmer for Tata Consultancy Services, only to leave the company four years later to start Syntel with his wife.
Which way will Pakistan tilt? | ummid.com
Which way will Pakistan tilt? | ummid.com
The entry of the French cartoons into the already roiled anti-Islam waters is only likely to add to the prevailing turbulence and provide more fodder to those constituencies that seek to sow discord and bitterness between those of the Islamic faith and the "other" - currently symbolised by the US led "west".
The entry of the French cartoons into the already roiled anti-Islam waters is only likely to add to the prevailing turbulence and provide more fodder to those constituencies that seek to sow discord and bitterness between those of the Islamic faith and the "other" - currently symbolised by the US led "west".
25 injured in Islamabad protests over anti-Islam film | ummid.com
25 injured in Islamabad protests over anti-Islam film | ummid.com
Clashes broke out when thousands of university and college students from the neighbouring Rawalpindi city tried to force into the diplomatic enclave in Islamabad to register their protest at the US embassy over US film "Innocence of Muslims", reported Samma TV.
Clashes broke out when thousands of university and college students from the neighbouring Rawalpindi city tried to force into the diplomatic enclave in Islamabad to register their protest at the US embassy over US film "Innocence of Muslims", reported Samma TV.
Scientists design first ever brain atlas | ummid.com
Scientists design first ever brain atlas | ummid.com
The Allen Institute for Brain Science, Seattle, US, created the atlas as a kind of ready reckoner for researchers to compare and contrast their own findings from brain scans and genetic surveys, to unveil more secrets about psychiatric conditions.
The Allen Institute for Brain Science, Seattle, US, created the atlas as a kind of ready reckoner for researchers to compare and contrast their own findings from brain scans and genetic surveys, to unveil more secrets about psychiatric conditions.
Strike estimated to cause economic loss of over $2 billion | ummid.com
Strike estimated to cause economic loss of over $2 billion | ummid.com
The nation-wide strike against the government decision to allow foreign direct investment (FDI) in multi-brand retail and hike diesel prices is estimated to cause losses of Rs.12,500 crore (2.25 billion USD) to the Indian economy, the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) said Thursday.
The nation-wide strike against the government decision to allow foreign direct investment (FDI) in multi-brand retail and hike diesel prices is estimated to cause losses of Rs.12,500 crore (2.25 billion USD) to the Indian economy, the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) said Thursday.
Sensex closes 147 points down over political uncertainties | ummid.com
Sensex closes 147 points down over political uncertainties | ummid.com
A benchmark index of Indian equities markets Thursday closed 147 points lower amid political uncertainties arising out of the government's decision to hike diesel prices and allow overseas investments in multi-brand retail and on weak global cues.
A benchmark index of Indian equities markets Thursday closed 147 points lower amid political uncertainties arising out of the government's decision to hike diesel prices and allow overseas investments in multi-brand retail and on weak global cues.
Mixed response to anti-government protest | ummid.com
Mixed response to anti-government protest | ummid.com
A majority of traders across the country downed shutters against the central government's decision to allow FDI in retail sector, hike diesel prices and cap the number of cooking gas cylinders to families.
A majority of traders across the country downed shutters against the central government's decision to allow FDI in retail sector, hike diesel prices and cap the number of cooking gas cylinders to families.
Left, Right come together against FDI | ummid.com
Left, Right come together against FDI | ummid.com
In a rare show of unity, Communist and Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leaders came together here Thursday to denounce the decision to allow FDI in multi-brand retail trade.
In a rare show of unity, Communist and Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leaders came together here Thursday to denounce the decision to allow FDI in multi-brand retail trade.
Wednesday, September 19, 2012
Technology giants form new internet lobby group | ummid.com
Technology giants form new internet lobby group | ummid.com
The association now has 14 members -- Amazon.com, AOL, eBay, Expedia, Facebook, Google, IAC, LinkedIn, Monster, Rackspace, Salesforce.com, TripAdvisor, Yahoo and Zynga.
The association now has 14 members -- Amazon.com, AOL, eBay, Expedia, Facebook, Google, IAC, LinkedIn, Monster, Rackspace, Salesforce.com, TripAdvisor, Yahoo and Zynga.
Prophet's cartoon irresponsible sensationalism: Italy | ummid.com
Prophet's cartoon irresponsible sensationalism: Italy | ummid.com
Italian Foreign Minster Giulio Terzi Wednesday described a French weekly's ridiculing of Prophet Mohammed as "irresponsible sensationalism" which has fuelled anger in the Muslim world, Xinhua reported.
Italian Foreign Minster Giulio Terzi Wednesday described a French weekly's ridiculing of Prophet Mohammed as "irresponsible sensationalism" which has fuelled anger in the Muslim world, Xinhua reported.
Trinamool firm on quitting, Congress says UPA is safe | ummid.com
Trinamool firm on quitting, Congress says UPA is safe | ummid.com
The Congress-led government Wednesday refused to roll back its big ticket economic reforms, even as a belligerent Trinamool Congress remained adamant on quitting the ruling UPA.
The Congress-led government Wednesday refused to roll back its big ticket economic reforms, even as a belligerent Trinamool Congress remained adamant on quitting the ruling UPA.
65 percent Kerala LPG users use six units a year: Chandy | ummid.com
65 percent Kerala LPG users use six units a year: Chandy | ummid.com
Addressing a hurriedly called press conference here at his residence, Chandy who is indisposed due to a thigh injury said that he was surprised to see the figures of the usage of LPG in the state.
Addressing a hurriedly called press conference here at his residence, Chandy who is indisposed due to a thigh injury said that he was surprised to see the figures of the usage of LPG in the state.
India offers to build IT, educational infrastructure for Turkmenistan | ummid.com
India offers to build IT, educational infrastructure for Turkmenistan | ummid.com
Offering, the low cost tablet 'Aakash' to Turkmenistan students, Sibal said a joint venture between Indian and Turkmenistan companies can be formed which may manufacture the low cost tablets in India.
Offering, the low cost tablet 'Aakash' to Turkmenistan students, Sibal said a joint venture between Indian and Turkmenistan companies can be formed which may manufacture the low cost tablets in India.
Concerned over clashes within, Indian Army 'back to basics' | ummid.com
Concerned over clashes within, Indian Army 'back to basics' | ummid.com
Earlier this year, soldiers and officers of the 226 Field regiment clashed during a field firing training at Nyoma in Ladakh, very close to the Line of Actual Control with China.
Earlier this year, soldiers and officers of the 226 Field regiment clashed during a field firing training at Nyoma in Ladakh, very close to the Line of Actual Control with China.
Don't roll back reforms under pressure: India Inc | ummid.com
Don't roll back reforms under pressure: India Inc | ummid.com
Such a step, industry leaders said, would raise questions about the government's ability to take policy decisions and dampen business sentiments.
Such a step, industry leaders said, would raise questions about the government's ability to take policy decisions and dampen business sentiments.
Breakthrough in asthma research | ummid.com
Breakthrough in asthma research | ummid.com
Researchers from the Universities of California-San Francisco (UCSF), Johns Hopkins and Duke universities demonstrate that these two triggers for asthma are tied to a specific calcium-activated chloride channel, called TMEM16A.
Researchers from the Universities of California-San Francisco (UCSF), Johns Hopkins and Duke universities demonstrate that these two triggers for asthma are tied to a specific calcium-activated chloride channel, called TMEM16A.
Cat's nap at work? Put on these stickers | ummid.com
Cat's nap at work? Put on these stickers | ummid.com
Most buyers are college students and office workers who use the stickers while dozing off at work or in class time, reported Global Times citing Chongqing Commercial Daily.
Most buyers are college students and office workers who use the stickers while dozing off at work or in class time, reported Global Times citing Chongqing Commercial Daily.
'Leather could be grown in a lab' | ummid.com
'Leather could be grown in a lab' | ummid.com
The leather jacket that you have always fancied could actually be made with stuff grown in a lab, according to a firm backed by PayPal billionaire Peter Thiel.
The leather jacket that you have always fancied could actually be made with stuff grown in a lab, according to a firm backed by PayPal billionaire Peter Thiel.
India tests Agni-IV n-missile | ummid.com
India tests Agni-IV n-missile | ummid.com
The new generation missile, which has the capability to hit targets at about 3,500 km away, was tested from a facility off the coast near Dhamra in Bhadrak district, about 200 km from here.
The new generation missile, which has the capability to hit targets at about 3,500 km away, was tested from a facility off the coast near Dhamra in Bhadrak district, about 200 km from here.
Cooking gas and diesel hold the key to compromise? | ummid.com
Cooking gas and diesel hold the key to compromise? | ummid.com
Mamata said the Trinamool would reconsider its decision if the government took back its decision to allow foreign direct investment (FDI) in multi-brand retail, cut the hiked diesel prices by Rs.3, and raised the number of subsidised cooking gas cylinders each household can get in a year to 12.
Mamata said the Trinamool would reconsider its decision if the government took back its decision to allow foreign direct investment (FDI) in multi-brand retail, cut the hiked diesel prices by Rs.3, and raised the number of subsidised cooking gas cylinders each household can get in a year to 12.
Congress core group meets after Trinamool's quit decision | ummid.com
Congress core group meets after Trinamool's quit decision | ummid.com
The Congress Core Committee meeting was held at 7, Race Course Road, the residence of Prime Minister Manmohan Singh. Congress chief Sonia Gandhi was present at the meeting that began at 10 a.m.
The Congress Core Committee meeting was held at 7, Race Course Road, the residence of Prime Minister Manmohan Singh. Congress chief Sonia Gandhi was present at the meeting that began at 10 a.m.
SC declines review of right to education verdict | ummid.com
SC declines review of right to education verdict | ummid.com
An apex court bench of Chief Justice S.H. Kapadia, Justice K.S. Radhakrishnan and Justice Swatanter Kumar said: "The review petitions are dismissed." The order, passed the day before, was made available Wednesday.
An apex court bench of Chief Justice S.H. Kapadia, Justice K.S. Radhakrishnan and Justice Swatanter Kumar said: "The review petitions are dismissed." The order, passed the day before, was made available Wednesday.
Tuesday, September 18, 2012
Obama leads Romney nationally: Poll | ummid.com
Obama leads Romney nationally: Poll | ummid.com
Amid a political row caused by Mitt Romney's controversial remarks that 47 percent of Americans looked themselves as victims, a new poll showed President Barack Obama leading his Republican challenger nationally by 5 points.
Amid a political row caused by Mitt Romney's controversial remarks that 47 percent of Americans looked themselves as victims, a new poll showed President Barack Obama leading his Republican challenger nationally by 5 points.
Apple share tops $700 on iPhone 5 success | ummid.com
Apple share tops $700 on iPhone 5 success | ummid.com
It is now the world's most valuable company measured by market value if inflation is not considered, Xinhua reported.
It is now the world's most valuable company measured by market value if inflation is not considered, Xinhua reported.
Chinese school replaces books with iPads | ummid.com
Chinese school replaces books with iPads | ummid.com
Jinling High School in downtown Nanjing, capital of Jiangsu, has provided 30 students with the Apple tablets to reduce the burden of school bags from at least five kg to less than one kg while saving book expenses by thousands of yuan a year.
Jinling High School in downtown Nanjing, capital of Jiangsu, has provided 30 students with the Apple tablets to reduce the burden of school bags from at least five kg to less than one kg while saving book expenses by thousands of yuan a year.
French weekly to publish 'caricatures' of Prophet Mohammed | ummid.com
French weekly to publish 'caricatures' of Prophet Mohammed | ummid.com
The editor, originally a cartoonist who uses the name Charb, confirmed that its latest edition contains several cartoons which feature several images of the Prophet.
The editor, originally a cartoonist who uses the name Charb, confirmed that its latest edition contains several cartoons which feature several images of the Prophet.
Trinamool pullout increases Congress dependence on SP, BSP | ummid.com
Trinamool pullout increases Congress dependence on SP, BSP | ummid.com
The two parties have bailed out the government in tricky situations. The SP also came forward to support the UPA-I government when the Left withdrew support over the Indo-US nuclear deal.
The two parties have bailed out the government in tricky situations. The SP also came forward to support the UPA-I government when the Left withdrew support over the Indo-US nuclear deal.
Police baton charge anti-Islam film protesters in Chennai | ummid.com
Police baton charge anti-Islam film protesters in Chennai | ummid.com
According to police, a large number of Muslims gathered on the city's arterial Anna Salai shouting anti-US slogans and started proceeding towards the US consulate, around two km from the protest venue.
According to police, a large number of Muslims gathered on the city's arterial Anna Salai shouting anti-US slogans and started proceeding towards the US consulate, around two km from the protest venue.
Mixed classes in some subjects at Sharjah varsity | ummid.com
Mixed classes in some subjects at Sharjah varsity | ummid.com
Male and female students at the University of Sharjah's colleges of medicine, dentistry, pharmacy and fine art and design will not be divided into separate classes due to the nature of their studies, an official said.
Male and female students at the University of Sharjah's colleges of medicine, dentistry, pharmacy and fine art and design will not be divided into separate classes due to the nature of their studies, an official said.
UPA numbers game in Lok Sabha, minus Mamata | ummid.com
UPA numbers game in Lok Sabha, minus Mamata | ummid.com
With the half-way mark being 273, the UPA has 243 members: Congress 205, DMK 18, Nationalist Congress Party 9, Indian Union Muslim League 2, VCK 1, Rashtriya Lok Dal 4, National Conference 3 and Kerala Congress 1.
With the half-way mark being 273, the UPA has 243 members: Congress 205, DMK 18, Nationalist Congress Party 9, Indian Union Muslim League 2, VCK 1, Rashtriya Lok Dal 4, National Conference 3 and Kerala Congress 1.
At last, Mohammad Ali Jauhar University inaugurated | ummid.com
At last, Mohammad Ali Jauhar University inaugurated | ummid.com
The university was inaugurated by the chief minister in the presence of Samajwadi Party (SP) chief Mulayam Singh Yadav and several other ministers at Rampur, some 350 km from Lucknow.
The university was inaugurated by the chief minister in the presence of Samajwadi Party (SP) chief Mulayam Singh Yadav and several other ministers at Rampur, some 350 km from Lucknow.
Obama's Secret Service agent seen urinating in public view? | ummid.com
Obama's Secret Service agent seen urinating in public view? | ummid.com
According to the Daily Mail, the Secret Service agent was standing to the side of the stage where Obama was addressing his fans in Cincinnati in Ohio state. The man's action was clicked by a photographer from the Politico network.
According to the Daily Mail, the Secret Service agent was standing to the side of the stage where Obama was addressing his fans in Cincinnati in Ohio state. The man's action was clicked by a photographer from the Politico network.
Ban gutka or we will, high court tells Akhilesh government | ummid.com
Ban gutka or we will, high court tells Akhilesh government | ummid.com
The Allahabad High Court Tuesday directed the Akhilesh Yadav government to spell out its stand on banning gutka (tobacco pan masala) in Uttar Pradesh within two weeks, and warned if it failed to act, the court would itself slap a ban.
The Allahabad High Court Tuesday directed the Akhilesh Yadav government to spell out its stand on banning gutka (tobacco pan masala) in Uttar Pradesh within two weeks, and warned if it failed to act, the court would itself slap a ban.
Braveheart girl on Chandigarh cops' receiving end over FB comments | ummid.com
Braveheart girl on Chandigarh cops' receiving end over FB comments | ummid.com
Bakshi, 22, a resident of Panchkula town adjoining Chandigarh, is facing the heat from an over-zealous Chandigarh Police which has slapped a case against her under various sections of the Information Technology (IT) Act after she posted "abusive" and "objectionable" comments on police functioning in the city.
Bakshi, 22, a resident of Panchkula town adjoining Chandigarh, is facing the heat from an over-zealous Chandigarh Police which has slapped a case against her under various sections of the Information Technology (IT) Act after she posted "abusive" and "objectionable" comments on police functioning in the city.
Kuwait to appoint women as lawyers, judges | ummid.com
Kuwait to appoint women as lawyers, judges | ummid.com
In a breakthrough decision taken by Kuwait's High Judiciary Council, women in Kuwait will soon be appointed to the judiciary and would also be able to practice as lawyers.
In a breakthrough decision taken by Kuwait's High Judiciary Council, women in Kuwait will soon be appointed to the judiciary and would also be able to practice as lawyers.
Raj Thackeray backs FDI in retail, demands jobs only for locals | ummid.com
Raj Thackeray backs FDI in retail, demands jobs only for locals | ummid.com
The MNS chief also attacked the National Democratic Alliance (NDA) for calling a nationwide shutdown Thursday on grounds that it clashed with the 10-day Ganeshotsav festival starting all over Maharashtra the same day.
The MNS chief also attacked the National Democratic Alliance (NDA) for calling a nationwide shutdown Thursday on grounds that it clashed with the 10-day Ganeshotsav festival starting all over Maharashtra the same day.
EU asks Britain to stop using X-ray scanners | ummid.com
EU asks Britain to stop using X-ray scanners | ummid.com
An airport in Manchester, which was the only one in Britain to be using X-ray security scanners that reveal "nude" images of passengers, has been asked by the European Union (EU) to stop using them.
An airport in Manchester, which was the only one in Britain to be using X-ray security scanners that reveal "nude" images of passengers, has been asked by the European Union (EU) to stop using them.
States have prerogative not to allow FDI in multi-brand retail: Government | ummid.com
States have prerogative not to allow FDI in multi-brand retail: Government | ummid.com
The main opposition Bharatiya Janata Party had Monday accused the government of policy fraud, saying the states were not in a position to stop foreign retailers like Walmart and Carrefour from setting up their stores.
The main opposition Bharatiya Janata Party had Monday accused the government of policy fraud, saying the states were not in a position to stop foreign retailers like Walmart and Carrefour from setting up their stores.
BJP MPs walk out of 2G JPC meet, say no point in continuing | ummid.com
BJP MPs walk out of 2G JPC meet, say no point in continuing | ummid.com
BJP members of a parliamentary panel probing the 2G spectrum allocation walked out of a meeting Tuesday against the chairman's refusal to call Prime Minister Manmohan Singh to depose, saying they felt there was no point in continuing to be members of the committee.
BJP members of a parliamentary panel probing the 2G spectrum allocation walked out of a meeting Tuesday against the chairman's refusal to call Prime Minister Manmohan Singh to depose, saying they felt there was no point in continuing to be members of the committee.
Syrian rebels offer $25 mn bounty for Assad | ummid.com
Syrian rebels offer $25 mn bounty for Assad | ummid.com
The rebel Free Syrian Army (FSA) has offered a $25 million reward for the capture - dead or alive - of Syrian President Bashar al-Assad, Turkey's Anadolu news agency reported Tuesday.
The rebel Free Syrian Army (FSA) has offered a $25 million reward for the capture - dead or alive - of Syrian President Bashar al-Assad, Turkey's Anadolu news agency reported Tuesday.
Aseem Trivedi and nuggets of wisdom | ummid.com
Aseem Trivedi and nuggets of wisdom | ummid.com
In case of Aseem Trivedi, well who knew him before his arrest? He was unknown character till his arrest on the sedition charges. He became a national celebrity because his arrest centered on freedom of expression issue. This is an old age method adopted by crisis ridden personalities seeking publicity by courting controversies.
In case of Aseem Trivedi, well who knew him before his arrest? He was unknown character till his arrest on the sedition charges. He became a national celebrity because his arrest centered on freedom of expression issue. This is an old age method adopted by crisis ridden personalities seeking publicity by courting controversies.
Setback for Zardari: Letter closing graft cases to be withdrawn | ummid.com
Setback for Zardari: Letter closing graft cases to be withdrawn | ummid.com
Zardari and Bhutto were suspected of using Swiss accounts to launder about $12 million in alleged bribes paid by companies seeking customs inspection contracts in the 1990s.
Zardari and Bhutto were suspected of using Swiss accounts to launder about $12 million in alleged bribes paid by companies seeking customs inspection contracts in the 1990s.
Monday, September 17, 2012
iPhone 5 sets a 2 million sales record | ummid.com
iPhone 5 sets a 2 million sales record | ummid.com
Demand for iPhone 5 exceeds the initial supply and while the majority of pre-orders will be delivered to customers in the US Sep 21, many are scheduled to be delivered in October, Apple said.
Demand for iPhone 5 exceeds the initial supply and while the majority of pre-orders will be delivered to customers in the US Sep 21, many are scheduled to be delivered in October, Apple said.
India's tryst with Mars begins in November 2013 | ummid.com
India's tryst with Mars begins in November 2013 | ummid.com
The Rs.470-crore Mars mission will demonstrate India's capability to send a spacecraft 55 million km away from earth and look for life-sustaining elements 500 km away from the Martian surface.
The Rs.470-crore Mars mission will demonstrate India's capability to send a spacecraft 55 million km away from earth and look for life-sustaining elements 500 km away from the Martian surface.
Unhappy Hazare casts net wider to revive anti-graft crusade | ummid.com
Unhappy Hazare casts net wider to revive anti-graft crusade | ummid.com
Unhappy with the manner in which the anti-corruption movement has been floundering for the past few months, its chief proponent Anna Hazare has decided to take some drastic steps to put it back on track, an official said here Monday.
Unhappy with the manner in which the anti-corruption movement has been floundering for the past few months, its chief proponent Anna Hazare has decided to take some drastic steps to put it back on track, an official said here Monday.
Government promises more reforms, rules out rollback | ummid.com
Government promises more reforms, rules out rollback | ummid.com
The government Monday ruled out a roll back of its decisions to open up the retail industry and hike diesel prices even as some of its allies and an united opposition tested its resolve and promised more policy initiatives in the coming days.
The government Monday ruled out a roll back of its decisions to open up the retail industry and hike diesel prices even as some of its allies and an united opposition tested its resolve and promised more policy initiatives in the coming days.
Curfew relaxed in violence-hit Ghaziabad area | ummid.com
Curfew relaxed in violence-hit Ghaziabad area | ummid.com
Aslam Qureshi, father of victim Asif, and Vakil Ahmad, brother of Wasim, lodged a complaint with police alleging that they were shot dead by the police station in-charge. They demanded that a criminal case be registered against him.
Aslam Qureshi, father of victim Asif, and Vakil Ahmad, brother of Wasim, lodged a complaint with police alleging that they were shot dead by the police station in-charge. They demanded that a criminal case be registered against him.
Ex-militants in Kashmir feel betrayed | ummid.com
Ex-militants in Kashmir feel betrayed | ummid.com
Back home and jobless, many Kashmiri militants who returned from Pakistan following appeals from the Jammu and Kashmir government said Monday they are in the lurch.
Back home and jobless, many Kashmiri militants who returned from Pakistan following appeals from the Jammu and Kashmir government said Monday they are in the lurch.
Congress woos Mamata; Opposition set for shutdown | ummid.com
Congress woos Mamata; Opposition set for shutdown | ummid.com
There was little sign of consensus Monday as the Congress attempted to smoothen tensions with ally Trinamool Congress while the opposition dug in its heels and prepared for the Sep 20 shutdown against the big three issues -- foreign equity in multi-brand retail, hike in diesel prices and restricting subsidised gas cylinders.
There was little sign of consensus Monday as the Congress attempted to smoothen tensions with ally Trinamool Congress while the opposition dug in its heels and prepared for the Sep 20 shutdown against the big three issues -- foreign equity in multi-brand retail, hike in diesel prices and restricting subsidised gas cylinders.
'Centre undermining federalism in asking states to cut fuel taxes' | ummid.com
'Centre undermining federalism in asking states to cut fuel taxes' | ummid.com
The ministry said the state governments do not bear the subsidy burden and the record Rs.5 hike in diesel price per litre will yield states an additional revenue of Rs.8,200 crore per annum. Therefore, it argued, the states can forgo this additional revenue to provide relief to the common man by lowering state taxes.
The ministry said the state governments do not bear the subsidy burden and the record Rs.5 hike in diesel price per litre will yield states an additional revenue of Rs.8,200 crore per annum. Therefore, it argued, the states can forgo this additional revenue to provide relief to the common man by lowering state taxes.
Woman creates erotic website as antidote to porn | ummid.com
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Science congress begins in Srinagar under security blanket | ummid.com
Science congress begins in Srinagar under security blanket | ummid.com
The three-day congress was inaugurated by Vice President Mohammad Hamid Ansari, who underlined the enormous challenges that Jammu and Kashmir faces in making advances in science and technology.
The three-day congress was inaugurated by Vice President Mohammad Hamid Ansari, who underlined the enormous challenges that Jammu and Kashmir faces in making advances in science and technology.
Sensex closes 78 points up to touch 14-month high | ummid.com
Sensex closes 78 points up to touch 14-month high | ummid.com
The 30-scrip sensitive index (Sensex) of the Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE), which opened at 18,619.90 points, closed at 18,542.31 points, 78.04 points or 0.42 percent up from its previous day's close at 18,464.27 points.
The 30-scrip sensitive index (Sensex) of the Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE), which opened at 18,619.90 points, closed at 18,542.31 points, 78.04 points or 0.42 percent up from its previous day's close at 18,464.27 points.
Look who's enforcing dress code - A Mumbai mandal for Ganeshotsav | ummid.com
Look who's enforcing dress code - A Mumbai mandal for Ganeshotsav | ummid.com
"Any person above the age of 13, male or female, must come properly attired or he or she will be denied entry by our security personnel and mandal volunteers," Salian told IANS.
"Any person above the age of 13, male or female, must come properly attired or he or she will be denied entry by our security personnel and mandal volunteers," Salian told IANS.
SC orders release of Nupur Talwar on bail | ummid.com
SC orders release of Nupur Talwar on bail | ummid.com
The Supreme Court Monday directed the trial court hearing the Aarushi-Hemraj double murder case to release Nupur Talwar on bail Sep 25. The slain teenager's mother was taken into custody April 30.
The Supreme Court Monday directed the trial court hearing the Aarushi-Hemraj double murder case to release Nupur Talwar on bail Sep 25. The slain teenager's mother was taken into custody April 30.
RBI cuts CRR by 0.25 percent; repo rate unchanged | ummid.com
RBI cuts CRR by 0.25 percent; repo rate unchanged | ummid.com
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI), in a bid to increase liquidity in the system, Monday cut by 0.25 percent the cash reserve ratio (CRR), the proportion of money banks are required to keep with it.
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI), in a bid to increase liquidity in the system, Monday cut by 0.25 percent the cash reserve ratio (CRR), the proportion of money banks are required to keep with it.
Equal varsity reservation for disabled as SC/ST: Court | ummid.com
Equal varsity reservation for disabled as SC/ST: Court | ummid.com
The Delhi High Court has held that a university here has to provide equal reservation to disabled candidates in admission as available to scheduled caste and scheduled tribe candidates to avoid "discrimination".
The Delhi High Court has held that a university here has to provide equal reservation to disabled candidates in admission as available to scheduled caste and scheduled tribe candidates to avoid "discrimination".
Pakistan reduces diesel prices, hikes petrol | ummid.com
Pakistan reduces diesel prices, hikes petrol | ummid.com
The Pakistan government hiked the prices of petrol and compressed natural gas (CNG) but reduced diesel rates Monday, just days after protests in neighbour India where diesel tariff saw a sharp Rs.5 hike.
The Pakistan government hiked the prices of petrol and compressed natural gas (CNG) but reduced diesel rates Monday, just days after protests in neighbour India where diesel tariff saw a sharp Rs.5 hike.
When people turned a blind eye: Story of a Dalit woman | ummid.com
When people turned a blind eye: Story of a Dalit woman | ummid.com
Here is a true story of a dalit woman who was tied in a pole and was disrobed, severely beaten, her face painted black and her head tonsured, all done in full public view, but none come to her rescue. The poor lady begged for mercy, but the hatred and vengeance was all pervasive had she had to face the humiliation all alone.
Here is a true story of a dalit woman who was tied in a pole and was disrobed, severely beaten, her face painted black and her head tonsured, all done in full public view, but none come to her rescue. The poor lady begged for mercy, but the hatred and vengeance was all pervasive had she had to face the humiliation all alone.
Sunday, September 16, 2012
First batch of Indian Hajis leave from Srinagar | ummid.com
First batch of Indian Hajis leave from Srinagar | ummid.com
"There would be only one flight for the Haj pilgrims today (Monday) while Air India will operate two Haj flights daily from Srinagar to Madinah from Sep 25 to Oct 10 when the last Haj flight will leave from here," Haj officer of the state Haj committee told IANS here.
"There would be only one flight for the Haj pilgrims today (Monday) while Air India will operate two Haj flights daily from Srinagar to Madinah from Sep 25 to Oct 10 when the last Haj flight will leave from here," Haj officer of the state Haj committee told IANS here.
Dubai's food, rental prices among world's highest | ummid.com
Dubai's food, rental prices among world's highest | ummid.com
The average monthly rental prices in these cities are up to 100 percent above the global average, Xinhua quoted a study by Swiss bank UBS as saying.
The average monthly rental prices in these cities are up to 100 percent above the global average, Xinhua quoted a study by Swiss bank UBS as saying.
Iran foundation ups bounty on Salman Rushdie | ummid.com
Iran foundation ups bounty on Salman Rushdie | ummid.com
Rushdie, an Indian-born British writer, was condemned to death in 1989 by Iran's late religious leader Ayatollah Ruhollah Khomeini, over his novel "The Satanic Verses".
Rushdie, an Indian-born British writer, was condemned to death in 1989 by Iran's late religious leader Ayatollah Ruhollah Khomeini, over his novel "The Satanic Verses".
Ultrasound helps drugs get under your skin | ummid.com
Ultrasound helps drugs get under your skin | ummid.com
Ultrasound - sound waves with frequencies greater than the upper limit of human hearing - can increase skin permeability by lightly wearing away the top layer of the skin, an effect that is transient and pain-free.
Ultrasound - sound waves with frequencies greater than the upper limit of human hearing - can increase skin permeability by lightly wearing away the top layer of the skin, an effect that is transient and pain-free.
Job stress can lead to a heart attack | ummid.com
Job stress can lead to a heart attack | ummid.com
They said workers who feel over-pressured yet powerless are more at danger than counterparts who suffer less stress. Their findings are based on 200,000 workers, including civil servants to factory workers.
They said workers who feel over-pressured yet powerless are more at danger than counterparts who suffer less stress. Their findings are based on 200,000 workers, including civil servants to factory workers.
One killed, 10 injured in clash outside US consulate in Karachi | ummid.com
One killed, 10 injured in clash outside US consulate in Karachi | ummid.com
The peaceful protest turned out violent as police tried to stop the protesters from marching towards the US consulate on the Maulvi Tameezuddin Khan Road of the city.
The peaceful protest turned out violent as police tried to stop the protesters from marching towards the US consulate on the Maulvi Tameezuddin Khan Road of the city.
Chest pain? A non-surgical, leg massage may help | ummid.com
Chest pain? A non-surgical, leg massage may help | ummid.com
The enhanced external counter pulsation (EECP) therapy, commonly used in countries like China but yet to catch on in a big way in India, involves strapping large blood-pressure cuffs to legs and pulsing them in sync with a patient's heartbeat.
The enhanced external counter pulsation (EECP) therapy, commonly used in countries like China but yet to catch on in a big way in India, involves strapping large blood-pressure cuffs to legs and pulsing them in sync with a patient's heartbeat.
Anti-Islam film actress says maker duped her into taking role | ummid.com
Anti-Islam film actress says maker duped her into taking role | ummid.com
Nakoula is an Egyptian-born Coptic Christian. Now living in California, he is a convicted drug dealer and conman who was released from jail in June last year.
Nakoula is an Egyptian-born Coptic Christian. Now living in California, he is a convicted drug dealer and conman who was released from jail in June last year.
'FDI in retail to help improve supply chain, boost growth' | ummid.com
'FDI in retail to help improve supply chain, boost growth' | ummid.com
"In the next 12-24 months, international retailers will accelerate their entry strategy. As a result, the developers involved in shopping centre development, who were badly hit since 2008, will also get a tremendous boost and we will witness serious players expanding in this space," said Dutt.
"In the next 12-24 months, international retailers will accelerate their entry strategy. As a result, the developers involved in shopping centre development, who were badly hit since 2008, will also get a tremendous boost and we will witness serious players expanding in this space," said Dutt.
Opposition to Eco Reform: Mamata gives 72 hour ultimatum to UPA govt. | ummid.com
Opposition to Eco Reform: Mamata gives 72 hour ultimatum to UPA govt. | ummid.com
Cong hits back, says want Mamata in UPA, but no problem if she leaves
The Trinamool Congress Sunday said it would be forced to take a "hard decision" if the UPA government fails to change its decision on allowing FDI in retail and the hike in diesel price. However, West Bengal state Congress chief Pradip Bhattacharjee said that there would be no problem to stability of the government if Trinamool decides to quit.
Cong hits back, says want Mamata in UPA, but no problem if she leaves
The Trinamool Congress Sunday said it would be forced to take a "hard decision" if the UPA government fails to change its decision on allowing FDI in retail and the hike in diesel price. However, West Bengal state Congress chief Pradip Bhattacharjee said that there would be no problem to stability of the government if Trinamool decides to quit.
Delhi's monuments will be lit by solar energy | ummid.com
Delhi's monuments will be lit by solar energy | ummid.com
The 13th century Qutub Minar, the 17th century red sandstone Red Fort and the 16th century Humayun's Tomb - all declared UNESCO World Heritage Sites - are among the six sites where the Delhi government plans to install solar power plants to replace conventional sources of electricity.
The 13th century Qutub Minar, the 17th century red sandstone Red Fort and the 16th century Humayun's Tomb - all declared UNESCO World Heritage Sites - are among the six sites where the Delhi government plans to install solar power plants to replace conventional sources of electricity.
RBI may surprise markets with rate cuts after big-ticket reforms | ummid.com
RBI may surprise markets with rate cuts after big-ticket reforms | ummid.com
While some analysts say the central bank was not in a position to cut rates given the recent spike in inflation, majority of them feel the government might force the RBI to act for the sake of growth.
While some analysts say the central bank was not in a position to cut rates given the recent spike in inflation, majority of them feel the government might force the RBI to act for the sake of growth.
What's deterring foreign airlines holding stakes in Indian carriers? | ummid.com
What's deterring foreign airlines holding stakes in Indian carriers? | ummid.com
Analysts say that the foreign partner will focus on bringing in best practices like route planning, technology, operational and financial management to realise their long-term investments. International airline companies welcomed the move, but said there are no immediate plans of investing in India.
Analysts say that the foreign partner will focus on bringing in best practices like route planning, technology, operational and financial management to realise their long-term investments. International airline companies welcomed the move, but said there are no immediate plans of investing in India.
Radical Left party wins three posts in JNUSU poll | ummid.com
Radical Left party wins three posts in JNUSU poll | ummid.com
Radical Left All India Students Association (AISA) bagged three of the four posts in the Jawaharlal Nehru University Students Union (JNUSU) elections but lost the post of president to Students Federation of India-JNU (SFI-JNU), it was announced Sunday.
Radical Left All India Students Association (AISA) bagged three of the four posts in the Jawaharlal Nehru University Students Union (JNUSU) elections but lost the post of president to Students Federation of India-JNU (SFI-JNU), it was announced Sunday.
Don't demolish 200-year-old Hindu temple: Pakistani court | ummid.com
Don't demolish 200-year-old Hindu temple: Pakistani court | ummid.com
According to the Dawn newspaper, the Sindh High Court restrained the Karachi Port Trust (KPT) and other respondents from demolishing the Shri Laxmi Narayan Mandir at the Native Jetty Bridge.
According to the Dawn newspaper, the Sindh High Court restrained the Karachi Port Trust (KPT) and other respondents from demolishing the Shri Laxmi Narayan Mandir at the Native Jetty Bridge.
Ghaziabad violence: Two intelligence officials suspended | ummid.com
Ghaziabad violence: Two intelligence officials suspended | ummid.com
A senior sub-inspector (SSI) and a sub-inspector (SI) with the local intelligence unit (LIU) have been suspended, while suspension of circle officer-LIU has been recommended to the state government, a police official said.
A senior sub-inspector (SSI) and a sub-inspector (SI) with the local intelligence unit (LIU) have been suspended, while suspension of circle officer-LIU has been recommended to the state government, a police official said.
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