Muslims: New untouchables in the city | ummid.com
When Bollywood actors like SRK or Imran Hashmi are denied a flat at some of the " esteemed locations" of the city on account of their Muslim identity, it get news value and get celebrated by the news channels.
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Tuesday, December 31, 2013
India's business schools to oppose UGC bid to curb autonomy | ummid.com
India's business schools to oppose UGC bid to curb autonomy | ummid.com
Leading business schools are likely to oppose a move of the UGC to affiliate them with state-run universities, which will curtail their autonomy, a delegation of management institutions has said.
Leading business schools are likely to oppose a move of the UGC to affiliate them with state-run universities, which will curtail their autonomy, a delegation of management institutions has said.
2009 Goa blast: All six Sanatan Sanstha members acquitted | ummid.com
2009 Goa blast: All six Sanatan Sanstha members acquitted | ummid.com
A special court Tuesday acquitted all six members of the Hindu right-wing Sanatan Sanstha accused of carrying out an IED blast, which killed two, at a Diwali function in Goa in 2009.
A special court Tuesday acquitted all six members of the Hindu right-wing Sanatan Sanstha accused of carrying out an IED blast, which killed two, at a Diwali function in Goa in 2009.
Seelampur MLA Mateen Ahmed is Delhi's pro-tem speaker | ummid.com
Seelampur MLA Mateen Ahmed is Delhi's pro-tem speaker | ummid.com
The pro-tem speaker administers the oath to all newly-elected legislators and presides over the assembly until a new speaker is elected. - See more at: http://ummid.com/news/2013/December/31.12.2013/delhi-pro-term-speaker.html
The pro-tem speaker administers the oath to all newly-elected legislators and presides over the assembly until a new speaker is elected. - See more at: http://ummid.com/news/2013/December/31.12.2013/delhi-pro-term-speaker.html
Delhi power tariff: Kejriwal seeks CAG audit of Delhi discoms | ummid.com
Delhi power tariff: Kejriwal seeks CAG audit of Delhi discoms | ummid.com
""We have given notice to power companies for audit. Power companies have been asked to send their reply on why there shouldn't be an audit, by tomorrow (Wednesday)," the chief minister told reporters here after meeting CAG Shashi Kant Sharma to discuss the issue ahead of a meeting of the Delhi cabinet.
""We have given notice to power companies for audit. Power companies have been asked to send their reply on why there shouldn't be an audit, by tomorrow (Wednesday)," the chief minister told reporters here after meeting CAG Shashi Kant Sharma to discuss the issue ahead of a meeting of the Delhi cabinet.
Delhi power tariff: Kejriwal seeks CAG audit of Delhi discoms | ummid.com
Delhi power tariff: Kejriwal seeks CAG audit of Delhi discoms | ummid.com
""We have given notice to power companies for audit. Power companies have been asked to send their reply on why there shouldn't be an audit, by tomorrow (Wednesday)," the chief minister told reporters here after meeting CAG Shashi Kant Sharma to discuss the issue ahead of a meeting of the Delhi cabinet.
""We have given notice to power companies for audit. Power companies have been asked to send their reply on why there shouldn't be an audit, by tomorrow (Wednesday)," the chief minister told reporters here after meeting CAG Shashi Kant Sharma to discuss the issue ahead of a meeting of the Delhi cabinet.
Indian stocks among best performers; Sensex hits new high | ummid.com
Indian stocks among best performers; Sensex hits new high | ummid.com
Returns on India's major stocks have beaten equities in BRICS partner countries Brazil, Russia and China. The performance of the 30-share sensitive index (Sensex) of the Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE) was also among the best globally.
Returns on India's major stocks have beaten equities in BRICS partner countries Brazil, Russia and China. The performance of the 30-share sensitive index (Sensex) of the Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE) was also among the best globally.
Post-Sachar evaluation committee misses deadline | ummid.com
Post-Sachar evaluation committee misses deadline | ummid.com
The Post-Sachar evaluation committee formed to review implementation of Sachar Committee's recommendations made for empowerment of the Muslims in India is all set to miss the December deadline for submission of its preliminary report.
The Post-Sachar evaluation committee formed to review implementation of Sachar Committee's recommendations made for empowerment of the Muslims in India is all set to miss the December deadline for submission of its preliminary report.
After two decades, Kashmir receives heavy snowfall in early winter | ummid.com
After two decades, Kashmir receives heavy snowfall in early winter | ummid.com
One such machine stuck in the frozen snow on the road in Rainawari area of the city Tuesday afternoon was testimony to the efficacy of the administrative effort to have the roads cleared for vehicular passage in Srinagar and other major towns of the Valley.
One such machine stuck in the frozen snow on the road in Rainawari area of the city Tuesday afternoon was testimony to the efficacy of the administrative effort to have the roads cleared for vehicular passage in Srinagar and other major towns of the Valley.
Manish Tewari denies reports on PM resignation | ummid.com
Manish Tewari denies reports on PM resignation | ummid.com
Information and Broadcasting Minister Manish Tewari Tuesday denied reports of that Prime Minister Manmohan Singh would announce at a press conference scheduled for Friday that he was resigning.
Information and Broadcasting Minister Manish Tewari Tuesday denied reports of that Prime Minister Manmohan Singh would announce at a press conference scheduled for Friday that he was resigning.
Let's say you're in India and you make a friend in Pakistan over Facebook. And you call her a few times from your phone. What you discuss is irrelevant: the government snoops will just flag the pattern: several calls to one Pakistan number.Five ways you could be snooped on in 2014 | ummid.com
Five ways you could be snooped on in 2014 | ummid.com
Let's say you're in India and you make a friend in Pakistan over Facebook. And you call her a few times from your phone. What you discuss is irrelevant: the government snoops will just flag the pattern: several calls to one Pakistan number.
Let's say you're in India and you make a friend in Pakistan over Facebook. And you call her a few times from your phone. What you discuss is irrelevant: the government snoops will just flag the pattern: several calls to one Pakistan number.
Monday, December 30, 2013
Wrong habits may cause sleepless nights | ummid.com
Wrong habits may cause sleepless nights | ummid.com
You're an inconsistent eater: Studies show inconsistent eating habits can have a negative impact on sleep later in the day. If you have dinner later in the evening, it's okay as long as you stick with it, every day. If not, skip the unexpected dessert.
You're an inconsistent eater: Studies show inconsistent eating habits can have a negative impact on sleep later in the day. If you have dinner later in the evening, it's okay as long as you stick with it, every day. If not, skip the unexpected dessert.
Hasina's party fears Khaleda Zia will change Bangladesh's name | ummid.com
Hasina's party fears Khaleda Zia will change Bangladesh's name | ummid.com
The apprehension was expressed by the ruling Awami League (AL) party's publicity secretary Hassan Mahmud while participating in a human-chain and protest programme Monday at the capital city's Bangabandhu Avenue Monday, bdnews24.com reported.
The apprehension was expressed by the ruling Awami League (AL) party's publicity secretary Hassan Mahmud while participating in a human-chain and protest programme Monday at the capital city's Bangabandhu Avenue Monday, bdnews24.com reported.
Family, Bollywood celebs in tears at Farooque Sheikh's funeral | ummid.com
Family, Bollywood celebs in tears at Farooque Sheikh's funeral | ummid.com
Other Bollywood celebrities who attended the funeral included Javed Akhtar, Tabu, Farhan and Adhuna Akhtar, Shekhar Suman, Zoya Akhtar, Swara Bhaskar, Ila Arun, Rahul Bose and Sarikaa.
Other Bollywood celebrities who attended the funeral included Javed Akhtar, Tabu, Farhan and Adhuna Akhtar, Shekhar Suman, Zoya Akhtar, Swara Bhaskar, Ila Arun, Rahul Bose and Sarikaa.
Work on in Japan to make airports more Muslim friendly | ummid.com
Work on in Japan to make airports more Muslim friendly | ummid.com
Airports in Japan have begun earnest efforts at last to become friendly to Muslims, said Ken Fujita, head of a project at the ASEAN Promotion Center on Trade, Investment and Tourism in Tokyo to provide information on Islam to airports.
Airports in Japan have begun earnest efforts at last to become friendly to Muslims, said Ken Fujita, head of a project at the ASEAN Promotion Center on Trade, Investment and Tourism in Tokyo to provide information on Islam to airports.
Farooque Sheikh's last rites to take place Monday evening | ummid.com
Farooque Sheikh's last rites to take place Monday evening | ummid.com
Multi-faceted actor Farooque Sheikh, who died following cardiac arrest in Dubai, will be buried Monday evening, says actor and a close friend Satish Shah.
Multi-faceted actor Farooque Sheikh, who died following cardiac arrest in Dubai, will be buried Monday evening, says actor and a close friend Satish Shah.
IIT-KGP to set up research parks in Kolkata | ummid.com
IIT-KGP to set up research parks in Kolkata | ummid.com
Indian Institute of Technology-Kharagpur (IIT-KGP) will expand its base here through research and innovation parks, an official release said Monday.
Indian Institute of Technology-Kharagpur (IIT-KGP) will expand its base here through research and innovation parks, an official release said Monday.
South Africa beat India by 10 wickets, win series | ummid.com
South Africa beat India by 10 wickets, win series | ummid.com
South Africa won the two-match series 1-0 by triumphing in the second Test by 10 wickets against India at Kingsmead here Monday.
South Africa won the two-match series 1-0 by triumphing in the second Test by 10 wickets against India at Kingsmead here Monday.
700 litres free water daily for Delhi households | ummid.com
700 litres free water daily for Delhi households | ummid.com
The Delhi Jal Board (DJB) would provide 700 litres of free water per day to each and every household which has a regular water connection, a board member Monday said.
The Delhi Jal Board (DJB) would provide 700 litres of free water per day to each and every household which has a regular water connection, a board member Monday said.
AAP to pitch Yogendra Yadav as Haryana CM candidate: Vishwas Kumar | ummid.com
AAP to pitch Yogendra Yadav as Haryana CM candidate: Vishwas Kumar | ummid.com
According to Vishwas, Yadav, a well known psephologist and political scientist whose face is familiar to TV audiences and who is now a member of the AAP's key political affairs committee, has already started holding meetings with party volunteers in Haryana and meeting people.
According to Vishwas, Yadav, a well known psephologist and political scientist whose face is familiar to TV audiences and who is now a member of the AAP's key political affairs committee, has already started holding meetings with party volunteers in Haryana and meeting people.
AAP to pitch Yogendra Yadav as Haryana CM candidate: Vishwas Kumar - See more at: http://ummid.com/news/2013/December/30.12.2013/aap-yadav-haryana.html#sthash.HhcSneGz.dpuf
Another blast in Russia, 10 killed | ummid.com
Another blast in Russia, 10 killed | ummid.com
At least 10 people were killed and 10 injured early Monday when a blast ripped through an electric trolley bus in Russia's Volgograd city, the second such in two days, the authorities said.
At least 10 people were killed and 10 injured early Monday when a blast ripped through an electric trolley bus in Russia's Volgograd city, the second such in two days, the authorities said.
Sunday, December 29, 2013
Madni must pay price for the ride on Modi's car, demand Deoband clerics | ummid.com
Madni must pay price for the ride on Modi's car, demand Deoband clerics | ummid.com
Top Deoband clerics and senior staff members of the reputed Muslim seminary on Sunday flayed Mehmood Madni's hobnobbing with Chief Minister of Gujarat Narendra Modi, who is widely accused of presiding over the 2002 riot in the state, and demanded action against him.
Top Deoband clerics and senior staff members of the reputed Muslim seminary on Sunday flayed Mehmood Madni's hobnobbing with Chief Minister of Gujarat Narendra Modi, who is widely accused of presiding over the 2002 riot in the state, and demanded action against him.
An Indian doctor who devoted her lifetime to Ghana | ummid.com
An Indian doctor who devoted her lifetime to Ghana | ummid.com
Uma Sen, 80, popularly called "Mama", who has spent over half her life working as a specialist all over Ghana, is now being looked after by the staff of the Volta Regional Hospital at Ho, her last place of work.
Uma Sen, 80, popularly called "Mama", who has spent over half her life working as a specialist all over Ghana, is now being looked after by the staff of the Volta Regional Hospital at Ho, her last place of work.
Connaught Place returned to its pristine glory | ummid.com
Connaught Place returned to its pristine glory | ummid.com
The long-delayed renovation work, that seemed to drag on and on and left the much-loved shopping, eating and commercial plaza out of bounds for shoppers and inconvenienced those who work there, is finally over. Regular visitors are ecstatic that CP, as it has been popularly called, particularly by the young, can now once again become their favourite haunt.
The long-delayed renovation work, that seemed to drag on and on and left the much-loved shopping, eating and commercial plaza out of bounds for shoppers and inconvenienced those who work there, is finally over. Regular visitors are ecstatic that CP, as it has been popularly called, particularly by the young, can now once again become their favourite haunt.
Salaries of Kashmir engineers withheld for non-performance | ummid.com
Salaries of Kashmir engineers withheld for non-performance | ummid.com
Jammu and Kashmir Public Health Engineering (PHE) Minister Sham Lal Sharma Sunday ordered the immediate removal of a top engineer from his post and withheld salaries of other senior engineers for their "non-performance".
Jammu and Kashmir Public Health Engineering (PHE) Minister Sham Lal Sharma Sunday ordered the immediate removal of a top engineer from his post and withheld salaries of other senior engineers for their "non-performance".
Dubai doctors to perform surgeries in Indian villages | ummid.com
Dubai doctors to perform surgeries in Indian villages | ummid.com
A team led by an Indian-origin plastic surgeon from Dubai will perform free operations on children with cleft lips and acid burn victims in several villages in India next month.
A team led by an Indian-origin plastic surgeon from Dubai will perform free operations on children with cleft lips and acid burn victims in several villages in India next month.
AMU teachers flay UP government for forcibly evicting riot victims | ummid.com
AMU teachers flay UP government for forcibly evicting riot victims | ummid.com
AMUTA honorary secretary Aftab Alam Saturday said that instead of ensuring adequate rehabilitation to the victims living in extreme cold -- which has resulted in the death of around 100 children -- the state government is using force to evict the families.
AMUTA honorary secretary Aftab Alam Saturday said that instead of ensuring adequate rehabilitation to the victims living in extreme cold -- which has resulted in the death of around 100 children -- the state government is using force to evict the families.
Handling 'aam aadmi' will be Kejriwal's biggest challenge | ummid.com
Handling 'aam aadmi' will be Kejriwal's biggest challenge | ummid.com
A trap that could be, but for whom? Never before in Delhi politics since 1993, when the Delhi assembly came into being, has there been a politician who has had the mettle to divide both the political giants - the Congress and the BJP - with one single stroke. Kejriwal has done that.
A trap that could be, but for whom? Never before in Delhi politics since 1993, when the Delhi assembly came into being, has there been a politician who has had the mettle to divide both the political giants - the Congress and the BJP - with one single stroke. Kejriwal has done that.
One dead, many injured during opposition march in Dhaka | ummid.com
One dead, many injured during opposition march in Dhaka | ummid.com
Dozens of people, including activists of Jamaat, a key ally of former prime minister Khaleda Zia's Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP), and cops, were injured in the clashes.
Dozens of people, including activists of Jamaat, a key ally of former prime minister Khaleda Zia's Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP), and cops, were injured in the clashes.
Saturday, December 28, 2013
Mehmood Madni in Modi's car, Jamiat says for security reasons | ummid.com
Mehmood Madni in Modi's car, Jamiat says for security reasons | ummid.com
Jamiat-e-Ulema Hind Saturday strongly denounced the reports that the bulletproof car offered to Mehmood Modi during his visit to Gujarat capital on Thursday suggested the "understanding" or a "deal" between its high profile secretary, who is also a fomrer Rajya Sabha member, and the BJP's prime ministerial candidate, Narendra Modi ahead of the 2014 Lok Sabha polls.
Jamiat-e-Ulema Hind Saturday strongly denounced the reports that the bulletproof car offered to Mehmood Modi during his visit to Gujarat capital on Thursday suggested the "understanding" or a "deal" between its high profile secretary, who is also a fomrer Rajya Sabha member, and the BJP's prime ministerial candidate, Narendra Modi ahead of the 2014 Lok Sabha polls.
Painful Path to Justice: Travails of Zakia Jafri | ummid.com
Painful Path to Justice: Travails of Zakia Jafri | ummid.com
This was also the violence where the social activists took up the case of justice in a determined way leading to shifting of crucial cases outside of Gujarat as in the atmosphere of intimidation prevailing in Gujarat; the process of justice is difficult.
This was also the violence where the social activists took up the case of justice in a determined way leading to shifting of crucial cases outside of Gujarat as in the atmosphere of intimidation prevailing in Gujarat; the process of justice is difficult.
270 million copies of Qur'an distributed from Madinah Complex | ummid.com
270 million copies of Qur'an distributed from Madinah Complex | ummid.com
Last month, the complex distributed 2.83 million copies of the Holy Qur'an and translated versions of Islamic books through various government agencies and charity organizations, the statement said.
Last month, the complex distributed 2.83 million copies of the Holy Qur'an and translated versions of Islamic books through various government agencies and charity organizations, the statement said.
Political deadlock in Nepal over constitution drafting body meeting | ummid.com
Political deadlock in Nepal over constitution drafting body meeting | ummid.com
As per the constitutional provision, the prime minister would call the first meeting of CA but the president's office is saying that constitutional provisions should be amended to empower them to call the first meeting of CA.
As per the constitutional provision, the prime minister would call the first meeting of CA but the president's office is saying that constitutional provisions should be amended to empower them to call the first meeting of CA.
The Return of Hope | ummid.com
The Return of Hope | ummid.com
Hope, said one writer, is tomorrow's veneer over today's disappointment. And, in the reigning atmosphere of despondency about the future, no single event has done more to re-kindle hope in India's 'aam admi', or the common man, as the eponymous party has in these past weeks with its most unexpected victory and ride to power after the recent state elections.
Hope, said one writer, is tomorrow's veneer over today's disappointment. And, in the reigning atmosphere of despondency about the future, no single event has done more to re-kindle hope in India's 'aam admi', or the common man, as the eponymous party has in these past weeks with its most unexpected victory and ride to power after the recent state elections.
26 die in Bangalore-Nanded Express fire near Andhra town Puttaparthi | ummid.com
26 die in Bangalore-Nanded Express fire near Andhra town Puttaparthi | ummid.com
"Of the 65 passengers in the AC-3-tier B-1 coach, 39 escaped the blaze with injuries and 15 of them were admitted to hospitals at Anantapur and Puttaparthi for emergency treatment," South Western Railway spokesman S. Biswas told IANS.
"Of the 65 passengers in the AC-3-tier B-1 coach, 39 escaped the blaze with injuries and 15 of them were admitted to hospitals at Anantapur and Puttaparthi for emergency treatment," South Western Railway spokesman S. Biswas told IANS.
Kejriwal is Delhi CM, promises alternative politics | ummid.com
Kejriwal is Delhi CM, promises alternative politics | ummid.com
In a momentous day in Indian politics, Arvind Kejriwal, a 45-year-old Magsaysay Award-winning rights activist and vocal anti-corruption campaigner, became the seventh, and youngest, chief minister of Delhi state, capping an amazing run that saw him become not just a electoral giant-killer but a major political contender in next year's general election.
In a momentous day in Indian politics, Arvind Kejriwal, a 45-year-old Magsaysay Award-winning rights activist and vocal anti-corruption campaigner, became the seventh, and youngest, chief minister of Delhi state, capping an amazing run that saw him become not just a electoral giant-killer but a major political contender in next year's general election.
Friday, December 27, 2013
Arvind Kejriwal, cabinet to take oath Saturday in history-making event | ummid.com
Arvind Kejriwal, cabinet to take oath Saturday in history-making event | ummid.com
The sprawling Ramlila Maidan, lying between Old and New Delhi, that is been the venue of many a historic political rally in the past six decades, will provide the unlikely setting for Saturday afternoon's swearing-in ceremony that will see the activist-turned-political debutant storm into political power on the back of a campaign that became the cynosure of not just the country but the world.
The sprawling Ramlila Maidan, lying between Old and New Delhi, that is been the venue of many a historic political rally in the past six decades, will provide the unlikely setting for Saturday afternoon's swearing-in ceremony that will see the activist-turned-political debutant storm into political power on the back of a campaign that became the cynosure of not just the country but the world.
Timely intervention by police, NGO ensures peace in Mumbra | ummid.com
Timely intervention by police, NGO ensures peace in Mumbra | ummid.com
A timely intervention by police and Jamiat-e-Ulema's local unit on Friday averted a possible disruption of peace and harmony in Mumbra – a Muslim dominated city in Thane district some 35 kms from here.
A timely intervention by police and Jamiat-e-Ulema's local unit on Friday averted a possible disruption of peace and harmony in Mumbra – a Muslim dominated city in Thane district some 35 kms from here.
Reconsider Adarsh report, Rahul urges Maharashtra | ummid.com
Reconsider Adarsh report, Rahul urges Maharashtra | ummid.com
Congress vice president Rahul Gandhi Friday said the report on Adarsh society allotments should be reconsidered by the Maharashtra cabinet.
Congress vice president Rahul Gandhi Friday said the report on Adarsh society allotments should be reconsidered by the Maharashtra cabinet.
How Arvind Kejriwal upsets the Modi versus Rahul format | ummid.com
How Arvind Kejriwal upsets the Modi versus Rahul format | ummid.com
Delhi, where AAP has arisen, can be a mean city, with deeply entrenched interests. The rapturous applause with which south Delhi and the club set had received the results is giving way to caution, a cunning reserve, eyeing both sides of the street.
Delhi, where AAP has arisen, can be a mean city, with deeply entrenched interests. The rapturous applause with which south Delhi and the club set had received the results is giving way to caution, a cunning reserve, eyeing both sides of the street.
Mirza Ghalib celebrated, even as his Agra birthplace lies forgotten | ummid.com
Mirza Ghalib celebrated, even as his Agra birthplace lies forgotten | ummid.com
Ghalib is to Urdu literature what Shakespeare is to English. Born in 1797 in Agra, once the capital of Mughal rulers, he moved as a teenager to Delhi, where his poetic talent blossomed in the court of Bahadur Shah Zafar, Mughal emperor at the time.
Ghalib is to Urdu literature what Shakespeare is to English. Born in 1797 in Agra, once the capital of Mughal rulers, he moved as a teenager to Delhi, where his poetic talent blossomed in the court of Bahadur Shah Zafar, Mughal emperor at the time.
Shamli's Malakpur relief camp - Where a tarpaulin cover is home | ummid.com
Shamli's Malakpur relief camp - Where a tarpaulin cover is home | ummid.com
Children crowd together in Malakpur relief camp in Shamli district of western Uttar Pradesh, one of the largest of the dozen-odd for the victims of the riots that erupted in September, where teaching activity occurs too. - See more at: http://ummid.com/news/2013/December/27.12.2013/muzaffarnagar-riot-camps.html
Children crowd together in Malakpur relief camp in Shamli district of western Uttar Pradesh, one of the largest of the dozen-odd for the victims of the riots that erupted in September, where teaching activity occurs too. - See more at: http://ummid.com/news/2013/December/27.12.2013/muzaffarnagar-riot-camps.html
Shamli's Malakpur relief camp - Where a tarpaulin cover is home | ummid.com
Shamli's Malakpur relief camp - Where a tarpaulin cover is home | ummid.com
It's over three months after rioting in Muzaffarnagar and Shamli districts, just about 100 km from the national capital, displaced at least 50,000 people. The displaced, mostly Muslims, live under just plastic sheets held up with bamboo sticks.
It's over three months after rioting in Muzaffarnagar and Shamli districts, just about 100 km from the national capital, displaced at least 50,000 people. The displaced, mostly Muslims, live under just plastic sheets held up with bamboo sticks.
Indian Muslims and Aam Aadmi Party | ummid.com
Indian Muslims and Aam Aadmi Party | ummid.com
The emergence of AAP through a very strong anti-corruption movement lead by Gandhian Anna Hazare was never taken seriously by Muslim leadership although people from right to left, ranging from far left like AISA-CPI(ML) to right RSS was attracted by this movement and supported this movement in Ramlila Maidan.
The emergence of AAP through a very strong anti-corruption movement lead by Gandhian Anna Hazare was never taken seriously by Muslim leadership although people from right to left, ranging from far left like AISA-CPI(ML) to right RSS was attracted by this movement and supported this movement in Ramlila Maidan.
Foreign deals offer silver lining for loss-making Indian carriers | ummid.com
Foreign deals offer silver lining for loss-making Indian carriers | ummid.com
"This has been a flat year with minimum growth. However, with the intent of the Tatas and AirAsia on entering the Indian market has definitely paved the way for future growth in the sector," Ankur Bhatia, executive director, Bird Group, told IANS.
"This has been a flat year with minimum growth. However, with the intent of the Tatas and AirAsia on entering the Indian market has definitely paved the way for future growth in the sector," Ankur Bhatia, executive director, Bird Group, told IANS.
Thursday, December 26, 2013
Over 30,000 Ethiopian maids ran away in Saudi Arabia | ummid.com
Over 30,000 Ethiopian maids ran away in Saudi Arabia | ummid.com
According to official statistics from the Ministry of Labour, around 31,700 Ethiopian maids ran away from their jobs. Economists estimate that the citizens were left with a heavy financial burden as a result of these cases.
According to official statistics from the Ministry of Labour, around 31,700 Ethiopian maids ran away from their jobs. Economists estimate that the citizens were left with a heavy financial burden as a result of these cases.
'Wives of disappeared Kashmiri men can remarry after four years' | ummid.com
'Wives of disappeared Kashmiri men can remarry after four years' | ummid.com
A civil society initiative had organized a round of consultations among the local Islamic scholars to deliberate on the future of woman whose husbands had disappeared during the over 20-year old conflict in the state.
A civil society initiative had organized a round of consultations among the local Islamic scholars to deliberate on the future of woman whose husbands had disappeared during the over 20-year old conflict in the state.
Zakia Jafri vows to continue legal battle against Gujarat riot culprits | ummid.com
Zakia Jafri vows to continue legal battle against Gujarat riot culprits | ummid.com
Says, Narendra Modi can rest easy for 20 days, not more; We are disappointed but have not lost hope, says Tanvir Jafri
Reacting on the Gujarat court ruling that Narendra Modi would not face charges in the 2002 riots, 75-year-old Zakia Jafri, whose husband Ehsan Jafri was burnt alive by a mob, broke down but vowed to continue her long legal battle against those involved.
Says, Narendra Modi can rest easy for 20 days, not more; We are disappointed but have not lost hope, says Tanvir Jafri
Reacting on the Gujarat court ruling that Narendra Modi would not face charges in the 2002 riots, 75-year-old Zakia Jafri, whose husband Ehsan Jafri was burnt alive by a mob, broke down but vowed to continue her long legal battle against those involved.
TRS urges president to axe proposed restrictions on Hyderabad | ummid.com
TRS urges president to axe proposed restrictions on Hyderabad | ummid.com
The Telangana Rashtra Samithi (TRS) Thursday urged President Pranab Mukherjee to lift all the restrictions proposed on Hyderabad in the bill for formation of separate Telangana state.
The Telangana Rashtra Samithi (TRS) Thursday urged President Pranab Mukherjee to lift all the restrictions proposed on Hyderabad in the bill for formation of separate Telangana state.
Rights panel notice to UP over children's deaths in Muzaffarnagar camps | ummid.com
Rights panel notice to UP over children's deaths in Muzaffarnagar camps | ummid.com
The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) Thursday issued notice to the Uttar Pradesh chief secretary and district magistrates of Muzaffarnagar and Shamli on reports of children's death due to cold in relief camps.
The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) Thursday issued notice to the Uttar Pradesh chief secretary and district magistrates of Muzaffarnagar and Shamli on reports of children's death due to cold in relief camps.
Jamia Urdu to confer Dakhtur-e-Abad degree on Prime Minister Manmohan Singh | ummid.com
Jamia Urdu to confer Dakhtur-e-Abad degree on Prime Minister Manmohan Singh | ummid.com
He pointed out that the prime minister's well mannered cool behavior has established new milestones in Indian politics and so Daktur-e-Abad Degree should be presented to him in the forthcoming Convocation of Jamia Urdu Aligarh.
He pointed out that the prime minister's well mannered cool behavior has established new milestones in Indian politics and so Daktur-e-Abad Degree should be presented to him in the forthcoming Convocation of Jamia Urdu Aligarh.
Mulayam's remark on riot camps taken to minorities panel | ummid.com
Mulayam's remark on riot camps taken to minorities panel | ummid.com
The petitioner cited remarks made by Mulayam Singh while addressing a party gathering in Uttar Pradesh capital Lucknow Dec 23, on the occasion of the birth anniversary of late prime minister Chaudhary Charan Singh.
The petitioner cited remarks made by Mulayam Singh while addressing a party gathering in Uttar Pradesh capital Lucknow Dec 23, on the occasion of the birth anniversary of late prime minister Chaudhary Charan Singh.
Setback for Gujarat riot victims, Zakia Jafri's petition dismissed | ummid.com
Setback for Gujarat riot victims, Zakia Jafri's petition dismissed | ummid.com
A local court Thursday dismissed a petition filed by Zakia Jafri - Congress leader Ehsan Jafri's widow, challenging the closure report of a Special Investigation Team giving a clean chit to Gujarat Chief Minister Narendra Modi and 58 others in a case relating to the 2002 communal riots.
A local court Thursday dismissed a petition filed by Zakia Jafri - Congress leader Ehsan Jafri's widow, challenging the closure report of a Special Investigation Team giving a clean chit to Gujarat Chief Minister Narendra Modi and 58 others in a case relating to the 2002 communal riots.
Mamata inducts two in her cabinet | ummid.com
Mamata inducts two in her cabinet | ummid.com
Sashi Panja, MLA from Kolkata's Shyampukur, was sworn in as minister with independent charge and was allotted the women and child welfare portfolio. Panja was working as parliamentary secretary till now.
Sashi Panja, MLA from Kolkata's Shyampukur, was sworn in as minister with independent charge and was allotted the women and child welfare portfolio. Panja was working as parliamentary secretary till now.
Affection to defection: No room for run-of-the-mill TV shows | ummid.com
Affection to defection: No room for run-of-the-mill TV shows | ummid.com
And when the makers replaced Farhan with Anuj Sachdeva, it didn't help in pulling enough eyeballs. The show, which went on air March 25, finally closed down on Sep 19. Supriya Pathak featured as the traditional and dominating mother-in-law.
And when the makers replaced Farhan with Anuj Sachdeva, it didn't help in pulling enough eyeballs. The show, which went on air March 25, finally closed down on Sep 19. Supriya Pathak featured as the traditional and dominating mother-in-law.
Wednesday, December 25, 2013
Surgery may not be a solution for knee injury | ummid.com
Surgery may not be a solution for knee injury | ummid.com
Although the Finnish study does say that surgery helps, but it should be performed on younger patients and for tears from acute sports injuries. As nearly 80 percent of tears develop from wear and ageing, surgery in those cases should be significantly limited, it contended.
Although the Finnish study does say that surgery helps, but it should be performed on younger patients and for tears from acute sports injuries. As nearly 80 percent of tears develop from wear and ageing, surgery in those cases should be significantly limited, it contended.
Surgery may not be a solution for knee injury | ummid.com
Surgery may not be a solution for knee injury | ummid.com
Although the Finnish study does say that surgery helps, but it should be performed on younger patients and for tears from acute sports injuries. As nearly 80 percent of tears develop from wear and ageing, surgery in those cases should be significantly limited, it contended.
Although the Finnish study does say that surgery helps, but it should be performed on younger patients and for tears from acute sports injuries. As nearly 80 percent of tears develop from wear and ageing, surgery in those cases should be significantly limited, it contended.
Verdict on Zakia Jafri's petition against Narendra Modi today | ummid.com
Verdict on Zakia Jafri's petition against Narendra Modi today | ummid.com
In stark contrast to this, the Amicus Curiae senior advocate Raju Ramachandran looking at the same evidence collected by the SIT, came to a contrary conclusion, stating clearly that there was evidence enough to prosecute Narendra Modi.
In stark contrast to this, the Amicus Curiae senior advocate Raju Ramachandran looking at the same evidence collected by the SIT, came to a contrary conclusion, stating clearly that there was evidence enough to prosecute Narendra Modi.
Study reveals new strategy for treating pancreatic cancer | ummid.com
Study reveals new strategy for treating pancreatic cancer | ummid.com
Jason Bruce, from the Physiological Systems and Disease Research Group, who led the research, said: "Pancreatic cancer is one of the most aggressive and deadly cancers. Most patients develop symptoms after the tumour has spread to other organs.
Jason Bruce, from the Physiological Systems and Disease Research Group, who led the research, said: "Pancreatic cancer is one of the most aggressive and deadly cancers. Most patients develop symptoms after the tumour has spread to other organs.
Six armymen indicted for Kashmir staged shootout | ummid.com
Six armymen indicted for Kashmir staged shootout | ummid.com
A court of inquiry ordered by the army Wednesday indicted six army personnel, including a colonel, two majors and three other officers, for their involvement in a staged shootout in Jammu and Kashmir's Kupwara district in 2010.
A court of inquiry ordered by the army Wednesday indicted six army personnel, including a colonel, two majors and three other officers, for their involvement in a staged shootout in Jammu and Kashmir's Kupwara district in 2010.
Transparency and simplicity alone do not ensure effective governance | ummid.com
Transparency and simplicity alone do not ensure effective governance | ummid.com
There is nothing wrong if Aravind Kejrival becomes another Jayaprakash Narayanan, yet, he has to categorically demonstrate its economic policy and position on market economy. - See more at: http://ummid.com/news/2013/December/25.12.2013/aam-aadmi-party-a-hope.html
There is nothing wrong if Aravind Kejrival becomes another Jayaprakash Narayanan, yet, he has to categorically demonstrate its economic policy and position on market economy. - See more at: http://ummid.com/news/2013/December/25.12.2013/aam-aadmi-party-a-hope.html
Bahraini diplomat charged with assaulting woman in Mumbai | ummid.com
Bahraini diplomat charged with assaulting woman in Mumbai | ummid.com
The complainant, a 49-year-old woman, contended that the diplomat became angry when one of the building's lifts was not working Dec 9. Finding the lift shut for maintenance work, the diplomat banged on the lift doors.
The complainant, a 49-year-old woman, contended that the diplomat became angry when one of the building's lifts was not working Dec 9. Finding the lift shut for maintenance work, the diplomat banged on the lift doors.
Pope Francis urges aid for Syria in Christmas speech | ummid.com
Pope Francis urges aid for Syria in Christmas speech | ummid.com
The Pope, in his address at St. Peter's Square in the Vatican, asked people to pray for a peaceful end to violence in Syria and other conflict zones, BBC reported Wednesday.
The Pope, in his address at St. Peter's Square in the Vatican, asked people to pray for a peaceful end to violence in Syria and other conflict zones, BBC reported Wednesday.
Slashing electricity tariff by half, AAP govt's top priority in Delhi | ummid.com
Slashing electricity tariff by half, AAP govt's top priority in Delhi | ummid.com
Will completely overhaul the system, changes will be visible within two months, says 'soon to be a minister' Somnath Bharti
The 39-year-old Bharti further said that providing drinking water to each household in Delhi in addition to supplying 700 litres of free water daily -- another election promise -- was of vital importance.
Will completely overhaul the system, changes will be visible within two months, says 'soon to be a minister' Somnath Bharti
The 39-year-old Bharti further said that providing drinking water to each household in Delhi in addition to supplying 700 litres of free water daily -- another election promise -- was of vital importance.
The worst of times for Obama and India ties | ummid.com
The worst of times for Obama and India ties | ummid.com
Obama wouldn't admit that 2013 was the worst year of his presidency as he left for his annual Hawaii holiday with nothing ticked on his "to do list" from immigration reform to jobs to tax reform to gun control in the wake of the "massacre of innocents" in a Newtown school.
Obama wouldn't admit that 2013 was the worst year of his presidency as he left for his annual Hawaii holiday with nothing ticked on his "to do list" from immigration reform to jobs to tax reform to gun control in the wake of the "massacre of innocents" in a Newtown school.
Navadisha: Giving new direction to learning | ummid.com
Navadisha: Giving new direction to learning | ummid.com
Rukmini Ramachandran is a trailblazer in the field of Montessori Method of education in India. She holds an AMI Montessori Elementary diploma having completed her training at the Maria Montessori Institute in London.
Rukmini Ramachandran is a trailblazer in the field of Montessori Method of education in India. She holds an AMI Montessori Elementary diploma having completed her training at the Maria Montessori Institute in London.
Arvind Kejriwal, six others to take oath Saturday | ummid.com
Arvind Kejriwal, six others to take oath Saturday | ummid.com
In the elections, the AAP got 28 seats in the 70-member Delhi assembly, stunning friends and foes. The Congress was routed, winning only eight seats. The BJP finished with the maximum of 31 seats but did not form a government saying it lacked the numbers to govern.
In the elections, the AAP got 28 seats in the 70-member Delhi assembly, stunning friends and foes. The Congress was routed, winning only eight seats. The BJP finished with the maximum of 31 seats but did not form a government saying it lacked the numbers to govern.
Tuesday, December 24, 2013
New York man creates world record for largest collection of video games | ummid.com
New York man creates world record for largest collection of video games | ummid.com
Michael Thomasson of suburban Buffalo says he began collecting soon after receiving his first game, Cosmic Avenger, as a Christmas present from his grandparents when he was 12, news agency Associated Press reported.
Michael Thomasson of suburban Buffalo says he began collecting soon after receiving his first game, Cosmic Avenger, as a Christmas present from his grandparents when he was 12, news agency Associated Press reported.
Spacewalking astronauts complete repairs to station | ummid.com
Spacewalking astronauts complete repairs to station | ummid.com
Making their second spacewalk in four days, NASA astronauts Rick Mastracchio and Mike Hopkins Tuesday completed the replacement of a faulty cooling pump on the International Space Station.
Making their second spacewalk in four days, NASA astronauts Rick Mastracchio and Mike Hopkins Tuesday completed the replacement of a faulty cooling pump on the International Space Station.
Hyderabad MP Asaduddin Owaisi selected for 'Sansad Ratna Award 2014' | ummid.com
Hyderabad MP Asaduddin Owaisi selected for 'Sansad Ratna Award 2014' | ummid.com
Owaisi's name is being finalized along with seven other Lok Sabha members with a total tally of above 1000 (Debates +private bills + Questions) during the 5 years period.
Owaisi's name is being finalized along with seven other Lok Sabha members with a total tally of above 1000 (Debates +private bills + Questions) during the 5 years period.
India will be a house divided if Narendra Modi comes to power: Buddhadeb | ummid.com
India will be a house divided if Narendra Modi comes to power: Buddhadeb | ummid.com
"Not only Muslims are scared. Do you think Hindus are also not in their senses that they will bring Narendra Modi to power? The country will not remain united. It will be in flames," the Communist Party of India-Marxist politburo member said at a rally in Burdwan town, around 100 km from Kolkata.
"Not only Muslims are scared. Do you think Hindus are also not in their senses that they will bring Narendra Modi to power? The country will not remain united. It will be in flames," the Communist Party of India-Marxist politburo member said at a rally in Burdwan town, around 100 km from Kolkata.
Manish Sisodia, Rakhi Birla among ministers in AAP Delhi govt headed by Kejriwal | ummid.com
Manish Sisodia, Rakhi Birla among ministers in AAP Delhi govt headed by Kejriwal | ummid.com
The swearing-in may be held Dec 26, said party sources. However, the name of Laxmi Nagar MLA Vinod Kumar Binny, a strong probable for cabinet minister, was missing from the list, indicating there could be rift in the party. But AAP members denied it.
The swearing-in may be held Dec 26, said party sources. However, the name of Laxmi Nagar MLA Vinod Kumar Binny, a strong probable for cabinet minister, was missing from the list, indicating there could be rift in the party. But AAP members denied it.
India's 8.8 million households are in urban slums | ummid.com
India's 8.8 million households are in urban slums | ummid.com
Maharashtra, with an estimated 7,723 slums, accounted for about 23 percent of all slums in urban India, followed by Andhra Pradesh, accounting for 13.5 percent, and West Bengal, which had a share of about 12 percent, according to official data collected between July to December 2012.
Maharashtra, with an estimated 7,723 slums, accounted for about 23 percent of all slums in urban India, followed by Andhra Pradesh, accounting for 13.5 percent, and West Bengal, which had a share of about 12 percent, according to official data collected between July to December 2012.
Thank you, don't need security, Arvind Kejriwal says again | ummid.com
Thank you, don't need security, Arvind Kejriwal says again | ummid.com
Delhi's Special Commissioner of Police (Security) J.K. Sharma told IANS: "As Kejriwal lives in Kaushambi in Ghaziabad, we cannot provide him security there as per the norms of jurisdiction. So we wrote to Ghaziabad Police ... to offer security cover to Kejriwal."
Delhi's Special Commissioner of Police (Security) J.K. Sharma told IANS: "As Kejriwal lives in Kaushambi in Ghaziabad, we cannot provide him security there as per the norms of jurisdiction. So we wrote to Ghaziabad Police ... to offer security cover to Kejriwal."
66 years post-Independence, 59.4 percent rural Indians have no latrines | ummid.com
66 years post-Independence, 59.4 percent rural Indians have no latrines | ummid.com
Data released by the National Sample Survey Office (NSSO), under the Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation, showed "59.4 percent and 8.8 percent households in rural India and urban India, respectively, had no latrine facilities".
Data released by the National Sample Survey Office (NSSO), under the Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation, showed "59.4 percent and 8.8 percent households in rural India and urban India, respectively, had no latrine facilities".
Goa MLA's wife accuses CM Parrikar of masterminding attack on husband | ummid.com
Goa MLA's wife accuses CM Parrikar of masterminding attack on husband | ummid.com
Aruna, wife of assaulted legislator Vishnu Wagh, has accused Parrikar and BJP organising secretary Satish Dhond of giving out a 'supari' (contract) to have her husband attacked at a public meeting Monday.
Aruna, wife of assaulted legislator Vishnu Wagh, has accused Parrikar and BJP organising secretary Satish Dhond of giving out a 'supari' (contract) to have her husband attacked at a public meeting Monday.
Monday, December 23, 2013
Muslim Brotherhood officially declared as terrorist group | ummid.com
Muslim Brotherhood officially declared as terrorist group | ummid.com
The announcement came after a powerful explosion ripped through a security headquarters in Egypt's Nile Delta city of Mansoura early Tuesday, killing at least 14 people and injuring 130, reported Xinhua.
The announcement came after a powerful explosion ripped through a security headquarters in Egypt's Nile Delta city of Mansoura early Tuesday, killing at least 14 people and injuring 130, reported Xinhua.
Max institute to conduct emergency medicine exam | ummid.com
Max institute to conduct emergency medicine exam | ummid.com
The examination called Membership Examination of the College of Emergency Medicine (MCEM) tests the level of expertise necessary for entry into higher specialist training in emergency medicine.
The examination called Membership Examination of the College of Emergency Medicine (MCEM) tests the level of expertise necessary for entry into higher specialist training in emergency medicine.
Nepalis must decide on becoming Hindu state: BJP leader | ummid.com
Nepalis must decide on becoming Hindu state: BJP leader | ummid.com
After recent reports in Kathmandu that the Bharatiya Janata Party wants to see Nepal as a Hindu state, Koshiyari Monday said that Nepal cannot return to a Hindu state just because the BJP or its leaders like Narendra Modi, Rajnath Singh or himself want so.
After recent reports in Kathmandu that the Bharatiya Janata Party wants to see Nepal as a Hindu state, Koshiyari Monday said that Nepal cannot return to a Hindu state just because the BJP or its leaders like Narendra Modi, Rajnath Singh or himself want so.
Arvind Kejriwal: From activist to political tsunami | ummid.com
Arvind Kejriwal: From activist to political tsunami | ummid.com
Kejriwal initially wanted to be a doctor. But he rebelled against the family to enter the Indian Institute of Technology at Kharagpur, where he opted to study mechanical engineering. - See more at: http://ummid.com/news/2013/December/23.12.2013/about-arvind-kejriwal.html
Kejriwal initially wanted to be a doctor. But he rebelled against the family to enter the Indian Institute of Technology at Kharagpur, where he opted to study mechanical engineering. - See more at: http://ummid.com/news/2013/December/23.12.2013/about-arvind-kejriwal.html
Aamir Khan starrer 'Dhoom: 3' crosses Rs.100 crore in three days | ummid.com
Aamir Khan starrer 'Dhoom: 3' crosses Rs.100 crore in three days | ummid.com
Directed by Vijay Krishna Acharya, the third instalment of Yash Raj Films' popular "Dhoom" franchise opened to mixed reviews. The movie, which also features Abhishek Bachchan, Uday Chopra and Katrina Kaif, is expected to get more footfalls in the coming week, thanks to Christmas and New Year holidays.
Directed by Vijay Krishna Acharya, the third instalment of Yash Raj Films' popular "Dhoom" franchise opened to mixed reviews. The movie, which also features Abhishek Bachchan, Uday Chopra and Katrina Kaif, is expected to get more footfalls in the coming week, thanks to Christmas and New Year holidays.
Will Delhi see a new style of governance, administration and protocol? | ummid.com
Will Delhi see a new style of governance, administration and protocol? | ummid.com
AAP has made a slew of promises, which appear fresh and are in keeping with its thrust on empowerment of the common man. But the sheer number of promises and the changes they will entail in administrative mechanisms has also resulted in some scepticism about their implementation.
AAP has made a slew of promises, which appear fresh and are in keeping with its thrust on empowerment of the common man. But the sheer number of promises and the changes they will entail in administrative mechanisms has also resulted in some scepticism about their implementation.
Divorce Epidemic: 1,100 couples tie knot in Nigeria's mass wedding program | ummid.com
Divorce Epidemic: 1,100 couples tie knot in Nigeria's mass wedding program | ummid.com
The mass wedding program was launched last year by the state government and sharia police, or Hisbah, who enforce Islamic law, in response to what officials have described as a divorce epidemic, news agency AFP reported.
The mass wedding program was launched last year by the state government and sharia police, or Hisbah, who enforce Islamic law, in response to what officials have described as a divorce epidemic, news agency AFP reported.
India launches affordable device for cervical cancer tests | ummid.com
India launches affordable device for cervical cancer tests | ummid.com
It has been estimated that about 1,32,000 cases of cervical cancer are diagnosed every year and 74,000 deaths occur due to it every year.
It has been estimated that about 1,32,000 cases of cervical cancer are diagnosed every year and 74,000 deaths occur due to it every year.
India launches affordable device for cervical cancer tests | ummid.com
India launches affordable device for cervical cancer tests | ummid.com
It has been estimated that about 1,32,000 cases of cervical cancer are diagnosed every year and 74,000 deaths occur due to it every year.
It has been estimated that about 1,32,000 cases of cervical cancer are diagnosed every year and 74,000 deaths occur due to it every year.
India tests n-capable Agni-III missile | ummid.com
India tests n-capable Agni-III missile | ummid.com
Agni-III is capable of carrying warheads weighing up to 1.5 tonnes. It is 16 metres in length and weighs 48 tonnes. The missile has a two-stage solid propellant system. It can re-enter the atmosphere with a very high velocity.
Agni-III is capable of carrying warheads weighing up to 1.5 tonnes. It is 16 metres in length and weighs 48 tonnes. The missile has a two-stage solid propellant system. It can re-enter the atmosphere with a very high velocity.
India's cosmetics industry may treble by 2020 | ummid.com
India's cosmetics industry may treble by 2020 | ummid.com
Massooma, Editor at New Age Salon & Spa magazine and knowledge partner for 'International Beauty Mart' (IBM) 2014, believes awareness in India of the latest global beauty trends and the numbers are prompting more international players to set up shop and increase their presence in India.
Massooma, Editor at New Age Salon & Spa magazine and knowledge partner for 'International Beauty Mart' (IBM) 2014, believes awareness in India of the latest global beauty trends and the numbers are prompting more international players to set up shop and increase their presence in India.
Construction waste needs to be reused, say experts | ummid.com
Construction waste needs to be reused, say experts | ummid.com
Surya Kakani, an architect from Ahmedabad, who has built buildings using rubble, fly ash and broken bricks, said: "If we can identify small areas in cities where rubble can be recycled, it would save time and energy and make such recycled products cost-effective."
Surya Kakani, an architect from Ahmedabad, who has built buildings using rubble, fly ash and broken bricks, said: "If we can identify small areas in cities where rubble can be recycled, it would save time and energy and make such recycled products cost-effective."
'Soon to be Delhi CM' Arvind Kejriwal turns down security cover | ummid.com
'Soon to be Delhi CM' Arvind Kejriwal turns down security cover | ummid.com
"We went to the Constitution Club where Arvind Kejriwal was attending a meeting with party MLAs (legislators) and offered him the security cover provided to a chief minister, but he denied it," said a police officer.
"We went to the Constitution Club where Arvind Kejriwal was attending a meeting with party MLAs (legislators) and offered him the security cover provided to a chief minister, but he denied it," said a police officer.
British-era Town Hall to relive history, become tourist attraction | ummid.com
British-era Town Hall to relive history, become tourist attraction | ummid.com
"This is why we have given it this tag line. As we feel, this will be the place where one can go with the family and spend an entire day there and indulge in many activities. Children would go back to playing old games like 'kancha' and 'gilli danda'," he added.
"This is why we have given it this tag line. As we feel, this will be the place where one can go with the family and spend an entire day there and indulge in many activities. Children would go back to playing old games like 'kancha' and 'gilli danda'," he added.
Eminent Kannada poet Shivarudrappa dead | ummid.com
Eminent Kannada poet Shivarudrappa dead | ummid.com
Born Feb 7, 1926 at Shikaripura in Shimoga district, about 300km from here, Shivarudrappa began his career as a Kannada lecturer in Maharaja College at Mysore and later became head of the Kannada department in Osmania University at Hyderabad and subsequently in Bangalore University.
Born Feb 7, 1926 at Shikaripura in Shimoga district, about 300km from here, Shivarudrappa began his career as a Kannada lecturer in Maharaja College at Mysore and later became head of the Kannada department in Osmania University at Hyderabad and subsequently in Bangalore University.
'SC ruling on homosexuality against Ambedkar's notion of constitutional morality' | ummid.com
'SC ruling on homosexuality against Ambedkar's notion of constitutional morality' | ummid.com
Expressing deep disappointment at the ruling, the Student Bar Association of the National Law School of India University here said in a statement that the judgment also clearly violates the principle of inclusiveness which has been articulated by Jawaharlal Nehru as "the heart of Indian Constitution".
Expressing deep disappointment at the ruling, the Student Bar Association of the National Law School of India University here said in a statement that the judgment also clearly violates the principle of inclusiveness which has been articulated by Jawaharlal Nehru as "the heart of Indian Constitution".
Rupee suffers reality check, speculation hits further | ummid.com
Rupee suffers reality check, speculation hits further | ummid.com
Sentiments were further boosted after the the US Federal Reserve announced in mid-September that it would keep intact its $85 billion monthly bond-buying programme, known as Quantitative Easing (QE).
Sentiments were further boosted after the the US Federal Reserve announced in mid-September that it would keep intact its $85 billion monthly bond-buying programme, known as Quantitative Easing (QE).
Sunday, December 22, 2013
Arvind Kejriwal to be Delhi's new Chief Minister | ummid.com
Arvind Kejriwal to be Delhi's new Chief Minister | ummid.com
Aam Aadmi Party's founder-leader Arvind Kejriwal will become the chief minister of Delhi, a party member said here Monday.
Aam Aadmi Party's founder-leader Arvind Kejriwal will become the chief minister of Delhi, a party member said here Monday.
'All actions of the West do not have merit to be imitated in India' | ummid.com
'All actions of the West do not have merit to be imitated in India' | ummid.com
Say leaders from various religious groups, warn government against legalizing homosexuality
Leaders from various religions while addressing a seminar held in Jaipur on Sunday welcomed the Supreme Court decision on Article 377 and warned the government against legalizing the homosexuality saying all acts in West should not be imitated.
Say leaders from various religious groups, warn government against legalizing homosexuality
Leaders from various religions while addressing a seminar held in Jaipur on Sunday welcomed the Supreme Court decision on Article 377 and warned the government against legalizing the homosexuality saying all acts in West should not be imitated.
India's Antarctica station at par with world: Geologist Sudipta Sengupta | ummid.com
India's Antarctica station at par with world: Geologist Sudipta Sengupta | ummid.com
Sengupta and marine biologist Aditi Pant were part of the Third Indian Expedition to Antarctica that ran from Dec 3, 1983, to March 25, 1984. Her pioneering work in the Schirmacher Hills of East Antarctica -- a line of low coastal hills -- boosted further study in the area.
Sengupta and marine biologist Aditi Pant were part of the Third Indian Expedition to Antarctica that ran from Dec 3, 1983, to March 25, 1984. Her pioneering work in the Schirmacher Hills of East Antarctica -- a line of low coastal hills -- boosted further study in the area.
India clinch thrilling draw against South Africa | ummid.com
India clinch thrilling draw against South Africa | ummid.com
Resuming the day at 138/2 while chasing 458, the hosts suffered a couple of hiccups in the morning but Faf du Plessis (134) and AB de Villiers (103) struck a 205-run fifth wicket partnership to almost take South Africa home.
Resuming the day at 138/2 while chasing 458, the hosts suffered a couple of hiccups in the morning but Faf du Plessis (134) and AB de Villiers (103) struck a 205-run fifth wicket partnership to almost take South Africa home.
Seemandhra leaders ask president to recall Telangana bill | ummid.com
Seemandhra leaders ask president to recall Telangana bill | ummid.com
The lawmakers told the president that the bill was prepared and approved by the union cabinet in a hasty manner. "The bill has no aims and objectives and there is no information on key issues including financial matters," Narendra said.
The lawmakers told the president that the bill was prepared and approved by the union cabinet in a hasty manner. "The bill has no aims and objectives and there is no information on key issues including financial matters," Narendra said.
American University of Sharjah sets up entrepreneurship fund for women | ummid.com
American University of Sharjah sets up entrepreneurship fund for women | ummid.com
The Peter Heath Women's Entrepreneurship Fund, supported by the Abraaj Group under its Strategic Stakeholder Engagement Track programme, will aid up to 10 students annually, according to the varsity.
The Peter Heath Women's Entrepreneurship Fund, supported by the Abraaj Group under its Strategic Stakeholder Engagement Track programme, will aid up to 10 students annually, according to the varsity.
222 couples tie the knot in Khalifa foundation's mass marriage program | ummid.com
222 couples tie the knot in Khalifa foundation's mass marriage program | ummid.com
Khalifa bin Ahmed Al-Dhahrani, chairman of the Bahraini parliament, and Mohammed Haji Khouri, director general of the Khalifa Bin Zayed Al Nahyan Foundation, attended the wedding along with a number of officials.
Khalifa bin Ahmed Al-Dhahrani, chairman of the Bahraini parliament, and Mohammed Haji Khouri, director general of the Khalifa Bin Zayed Al Nahyan Foundation, attended the wedding along with a number of officials.
Palestinian film 'Omar' shortlisted for Oscar | ummid.com
Palestinian film 'Omar' shortlisted for Oscar | ummid.com
The films were whittled down from a long list of 76 movies announced in October by the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences, which organizes Hollywood's biggest annual awards fest.
The films were whittled down from a long list of 76 movies announced in October by the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences, which organizes Hollywood's biggest annual awards fest.
Interacting with inmates at the relief camps in Malakpur area of Shamli, he said that by not returning to their homes and staying put in the relief camps set up by the state government they were inadvertently helping those who instigated the mob violence.Rahul urges Muzaffarnagar riot victims to return home but silent on their security | ummid.com
Rahul urges Muzaffarnagar riot victims to return home but silent on their security | ummid.com
Interacting with inmates at the relief camps in Malakpur area of Shamli, he said that by not returning to their homes and staying put in the relief camps set up by the state government they were inadvertently helping those who instigated the mob violence.
Interacting with inmates at the relief camps in Malakpur area of Shamli, he said that by not returning to their homes and staying put in the relief camps set up by the state government they were inadvertently helping those who instigated the mob violence.
Interacting with inmates at the relief camps in Malakpur area of Shamli, he said that by not returning to their homes and staying put in the relief camps set up by the state government they were inadvertently helping those who instigated the mob violence.Rahul urges Muzaffarnagar riot victims to return home but silent on their security | ummid.com
Rahul urges Muzaffarnagar riot victims to return home but silent on their security | ummid.com
Interacting with inmates at the relief camps in Malakpur area of Shamli, he said that by not returning to their homes and staying put in the relief camps set up by the state government they were inadvertently helping those who instigated the mob violence.
Interacting with inmates at the relief camps in Malakpur area of Shamli, he said that by not returning to their homes and staying put in the relief camps set up by the state government they were inadvertently helping those who instigated the mob violence.
New face of Congress? Case of too little too late? | ummid.com
New face of Congress? Case of too little too late? | ummid.com
While Sonia Gandhi said the party required deep introspection and that the party will name its prime ministerial candidate at an opportune time, Rahul Gandhi said the party will transform itself in ways that can't be imagined.
While Sonia Gandhi said the party required deep introspection and that the party will name its prime ministerial candidate at an opportune time, Rahul Gandhi said the party will transform itself in ways that can't be imagined.
2015 ICC World Cup: Ten teams vie for last two spots | ummid.com
2015 ICC World Cup: Ten teams vie for last two spots | ummid.com
With two places up for grabs at the 2015 ICC World Cup, 10 teams head into next month's World Cup Qualifier in New Zealand knowing that the tournament represents the final chance to qualify for the flagship event that will be staged in Australia and New Zealand from Feb 14 to March 29.
With two places up for grabs at the 2015 ICC World Cup, 10 teams head into next month's World Cup Qualifier in New Zealand knowing that the tournament represents the final chance to qualify for the flagship event that will be staged in Australia and New Zealand from Feb 14 to March 29.
Arvind Kejriwal to meet Najeeb Jung Monday, may stake claim to form govt | ummid.com
Arvind Kejriwal to meet Najeeb Jung Monday, may stake claim to form govt | ummid.com
The AAP has been engaged in a campaign to elicit a 'yes' or 'no' from people on government formation with Congress backing after it finished as the second largest party with 28 seats in the 70-member assembly.
The AAP has been engaged in a campaign to elicit a 'yes' or 'no' from people on government formation with Congress backing after it finished as the second largest party with 28 seats in the 70-member assembly.
Aligarh Muslim University ranked 50 among top 100 institutions in BRICS | ummid.com
Aligarh Muslim University ranked 50 among top 100 institutions in BRICS | ummid.com
The Aligarh Muslim University (AMU) has been ranked 50 among top 100 institutions of higher learning in BRICS (the group of newly developed and industrialized countries including Brazil, Russia, India, China and South Africa), while Jawaharlal Nehru University, New Delhi holds 57th position.
The Aligarh Muslim University (AMU) has been ranked 50 among top 100 institutions of higher learning in BRICS (the group of newly developed and industrialized countries including Brazil, Russia, India, China and South Africa), while Jawaharlal Nehru University, New Delhi holds 57th position.
Star rating for Manipal's Malaysia medical college | ummid.com
Star rating for Manipal's Malaysia medical college | ummid.com
MyQuest, the quality evaluation system for private colleges ratings was instituted in 2010 by the Malaysian ministry for higher education to measure performance of private institutions in the South Asian country biennially.
MyQuest, the quality evaluation system for private colleges ratings was instituted in 2010 by the Malaysian ministry for higher education to measure performance of private institutions in the South Asian country biennially.
Minor blemishes apart, gold still shines for Indians | ummid.com
Minor blemishes apart, gold still shines for Indians | ummid.com
"Gold will always remain an asset class in India. It will never fetch any negative return. Temporarily, there can be some reverses but in the long term it cannot fade away," Bachharaj Bamalwa, director, All India Gems and Jewellery Trade Federation, told IANS.
"Gold will always remain an asset class in India. It will never fetch any negative return. Temporarily, there can be some reverses but in the long term it cannot fade away," Bachharaj Bamalwa, director, All India Gems and Jewellery Trade Federation, told IANS.
US has two sets of laws, one for themselves one for others | ummid.com
US has two sets of laws, one for themselves one for others | ummid.com
Peter Van Buren, who blew the whistle on the State Department waste and mismanagement during Iraqi reconstruction in his first book, "We Meant Well", has in his blog lifted the lid on the cases of several other US diplomats who have gone scot free after various crimes.
Peter Van Buren, who blew the whistle on the State Department waste and mismanagement during Iraqi reconstruction in his first book, "We Meant Well", has in his blog lifted the lid on the cases of several other US diplomats who have gone scot free after various crimes.
Saturday, December 21, 2013
Mumbai dabbawalas immortalised in comic book | ummid.com
Mumbai dabbawalas immortalised in comic book | ummid.com
Pawan Agarwal, who did a doctoral research thesis on the dabbawalas, goes to Tina's school and explains to her everything about the dabbawalas - which forms the story of the comic book penned by him (Agarwal).
Pawan Agarwal, who did a doctoral research thesis on the dabbawalas, goes to Tina's school and explains to her everything about the dabbawalas - which forms the story of the comic book penned by him (Agarwal).
India finally flies indigenous fighter jet | ummid.com
India finally flies indigenous fighter jet | ummid.com
The ceremony at the Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) complex here saw Defence Minister A.K. Antony handing over the "service release documents" to IAF chief N.A.K. Browne following initial operational clearance (IOC-II) given by the Centre for Military Airworthiness and Certification, an establishment of the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO).
The ceremony at the Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) complex here saw Defence Minister A.K. Antony handing over the "service release documents" to IAF chief N.A.K. Browne following initial operational clearance (IOC-II) given by the Centre for Military Airworthiness and Certification, an establishment of the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO).
Farah Khatoon told to pray at Rajghat to repent 'sin' | ummid.com
Farah Khatoon told to pray at Rajghat to repent 'sin' | ummid.com
A division bench of Justice Kailash Gambhir and Justice Indermeet Kaur made the order Friday, refusing to accept the "unconditional apology" from Farah Khatoon, who sought leniency saying she was appearing in court for the first time and was not well versed with law.
A division bench of Justice Kailash Gambhir and Justice Indermeet Kaur made the order Friday, refusing to accept the "unconditional apology" from Farah Khatoon, who sought leniency saying she was appearing in court for the first time and was not well versed with law.
TDP demands Hyderabad as India's second capital | ummid.com
TDP demands Hyderabad as India's second capital | ummid.com
Addressing a press conference at the NTR Trust Bhavan here, Somireddy said that the idea of making Hyderabad the second capital of the country was originally mooted by Dr B R Ambedkar.
Addressing a press conference at the NTR Trust Bhavan here, Somireddy said that the idea of making Hyderabad the second capital of the country was originally mooted by Dr B R Ambedkar.
China's moon rover stable after 'nap' | ummid.com
China's moon rover stable after 'nap' | ummid.com
Real time telemetry updates showed that all sub-systems of the rover and lander were working and the rover has sent more than 500 instructions to the lander within the 24 hours after the nap.
Real time telemetry updates showed that all sub-systems of the rover and lander were working and the rover has sent more than 500 instructions to the lander within the 24 hours after the nap.
'Govt. must facilitate industries to produce halal pharmaceutical products' | ummid.com
'Govt. must facilitate industries to produce halal pharmaceutical products' | ummid.com
The MUI chairman added that the government must protest right of the Muslims to not consume haram medicines and vaccines, adding that consuming halal products was part of Muslims belief and faith.
The MUI chairman added that the government must protest right of the Muslims to not consume haram medicines and vaccines, adding that consuming halal products was part of Muslims belief and faith.
Congress, BJP conspired to prevent passage of anti-riot bill: Mushawerat | ummid.com
Congress, BJP conspired to prevent passage of anti-riot bill: Mushawerat | ummid.com
Says, BJP and Congress both have interest to let things continue as they benefit from outcome of communal riots
The Central Committee of the All India Muslim Majlis-e Mushawarat (AIMMM), an umbrella body of the Indian Muslim organisations and eminet personalities, in its second meeting of the year held Saturday accused the Congress and Bhartiya Janata Party (BJP) of conspiring to prevent the passage of the Communal Violence (Prevention) Bill in the truncated winter session.
Says, BJP and Congress both have interest to let things continue as they benefit from outcome of communal riots
The Central Committee of the All India Muslim Majlis-e Mushawarat (AIMMM), an umbrella body of the Indian Muslim organisations and eminet personalities, in its second meeting of the year held Saturday accused the Congress and Bhartiya Janata Party (BJP) of conspiring to prevent the passage of the Communal Violence (Prevention) Bill in the truncated winter session.
Truncated winter session leaves unanswered questions | ummid.com
Truncated winter session leaves unanswered questions | ummid.com
Minutes after Rahul Gandhi called for extending the winter session of parliament to pass all anti-graft bills, Lok Sabha Speaker Meira Kumar adjourned the house sine die leaving many questions unanswered even as the government hinted that the house may be reconvened in January.
Minutes after Rahul Gandhi called for extending the winter session of parliament to pass all anti-graft bills, Lok Sabha Speaker Meira Kumar adjourned the house sine die leaving many questions unanswered even as the government hinted that the house may be reconvened in January.
Rahul Gandhi: Will he won't he? | ummid.com
Rahul Gandhi: Will he won't he? | ummid.com
It is also a safe bet that the nominee will be Rahul Gandhi. Up to now, the party has shied away from formally choosing a candidate on the plea that the Indian elections are not a replication of the American presidential model. The party also underlined its practice of selecting the head of a legislature party only after the elections.
It is also a safe bet that the nominee will be Rahul Gandhi. Up to now, the party has shied away from formally choosing a candidate on the plea that the Indian elections are not a replication of the American presidential model. The party also underlined its practice of selecting the head of a legislature party only after the elections.
Friday, December 20, 2013
Gandhi Commission probing Kishtwar violence exonerates Kichloo | ummid.com
Gandhi Commission probing Kishtwar violence exonerates Kichloo | ummid.com
In its interim report submitted to the state government here Friday evening, the R.C. Gandhi commission has held that Kichloo had been a victim rather than an accused of the communal flare-up in Kishtwar.
In its interim report submitted to the state government here Friday evening, the R.C. Gandhi commission has held that Kichloo had been a victim rather than an accused of the communal flare-up in Kishtwar.
Maharashtra tables Adarsh scam report, rejects it | ummid.com
Maharashtra tables Adarsh scam report, rejects it | ummid.com
"The decision to reject the findings of the inquiry commission was taken by the cabinet in the interest of the people," Chief Minister Prithviraj Chavan told media persons later, but without giving details.
"The decision to reject the findings of the inquiry commission was taken by the cabinet in the interest of the people," Chief Minister Prithviraj Chavan told media persons later, but without giving details.
Pakistan, beyond the Indian media prism | ummid.com
Pakistan, beyond the Indian media prism | ummid.com
More so, the passport was in my hands within a few minutes. I imagine this can't the experience of everybody, but yet another confirmation of the fact that diplomats on both sides, if suitably empowered, can work miracles.
More so, the passport was in my hands within a few minutes. I imagine this can't the experience of everybody, but yet another confirmation of the fact that diplomats on both sides, if suitably empowered, can work miracles.
Actor Salman Khan booked for insulting religious sentiment of Muslims | ummid.com
Actor Salman Khan booked for insulting religious sentiment of Muslims | ummid.com
Police Commissioner Anurag Sharma told reporters that the case was booked on the direction of a city court after a petitioner, in his complaint, alleged that the religious sentiments of Muslims were hurt during the show.
Police Commissioner Anurag Sharma told reporters that the case was booked on the direction of a city court after a petitioner, in his complaint, alleged that the religious sentiments of Muslims were hurt during the show.
Now, Maldives to replace foreign workers with locals | ummid.com
Now, Maldives to replace foreign workers with locals | ummid.com
Speaking at a press conference Thursday, Abdullah Rifau, deputy youth minister, said the government's aim is to provide more jobs to locals rather than to expatriates, Haveeru Online reported.
Speaking at a press conference Thursday, Abdullah Rifau, deputy youth minister, said the government's aim is to provide more jobs to locals rather than to expatriates, Haveeru Online reported.
US action against Indian diplomat: Classic American double standards? | ummid.com
US action against Indian diplomat: Classic American double standards? | ummid.com
But the case against the Russians really takes the cake particularly since it took place in the very borough Manhattan's India-born US attorney Preet Bharara, who has brazenly defended his actions against Khobragade as based on the principle of equality before law.
But the case against the Russians really takes the cake particularly since it took place in the very borough Manhattan's India-born US attorney Preet Bharara, who has brazenly defended his actions against Khobragade as based on the principle of equality before law.
Will poets writing smut be jailed? | ummid.com
Will poets writing smut be jailed? | ummid.com
She will be in the US delegation at the opening ceremony of the Sochi Winter Olympics in Russia, not for having been a champion some decades ago but because she had the courage to announce her sexual orientation from that high point of eminence.
She will be in the US delegation at the opening ceremony of the Sochi Winter Olympics in Russia, not for having been a champion some decades ago but because she had the courage to announce her sexual orientation from that high point of eminence.
Inflation, jobs will drive further US taper | ummid.com
Inflation, jobs will drive further US taper | ummid.com
For bond and currency traders, it was all a matter of positioning and correctly timing their short bonds and long dollar trades. At some point, the market had to price in this withdrawal of easy liquidity and valuations had to be justified in a post-Quantitative Easing regime.
For bond and currency traders, it was all a matter of positioning and correctly timing their short bonds and long dollar trades. At some point, the market had to price in this withdrawal of easy liquidity and valuations had to be justified in a post-Quantitative Easing regime.
Thursday, December 19, 2013
How money and magic overlap in Asia | ummid.com
How money and magic overlap in Asia | ummid.com
But not always. An accountant friend said to me the other day that she had realized that her profession was actually a religion. "Of course!" I replied. "Stands to reason. Wow, look at the time. Shouldn't you be heading off to do something really important right now?"
But not always. An accountant friend said to me the other day that she had realized that her profession was actually a religion. "Of course!" I replied. "Stands to reason. Wow, look at the time. Shouldn't you be heading off to do something really important right now?"
Can ageing be reversed? Scientists say yes | ummid.com
Can ageing be reversed? Scientists say yes | ummid.com
Sinclair and his team primarily focused on a group of genes called sirtuins. Previous studies from his lab showed that one of these genes, SIRT1, was activated by the compound resveratrol, which is found in grapes, red wine and certain nuts.
Sinclair and his team primarily focused on a group of genes called sirtuins. Previous studies from his lab showed that one of these genes, SIRT1, was activated by the compound resveratrol, which is found in grapes, red wine and certain nuts.
US rejects India's demand to drop charges against diplomat | ummid.com
US rejects India's demand to drop charges against diplomat | ummid.com
Even as it described the relationship with India as "incredibly important" the US Thursday made clear that it has no plans to drop the charges of visa fraud against Devyani Khobragade, India's deputy consul general in New York, to deescalate the situation.
Even as it described the relationship with India as "incredibly important" the US Thursday made clear that it has no plans to drop the charges of visa fraud against Devyani Khobragade, India's deputy consul general in New York, to deescalate the situation.
Debate still on for sex education in Bengal schools | ummid.com
Debate still on for sex education in Bengal schools | ummid.com
"I have asked the expert committee few days back, to review and let me know what educationists and stakeholders in education have to say on this...then we will think about it and implement," Basu told reporters on the sidelines of an event here.
"I have asked the expert committee few days back, to review and let me know what educationists and stakeholders in education have to say on this...then we will think about it and implement," Basu told reporters on the sidelines of an event here.
Backward class panel to take call on adding Jats to OBC list | ummid.com
Backward class panel to take call on adding Jats to OBC list | ummid.com
The government Thursday asked the National Commission for Backward Classes (NCBC) to take a decision on the inclusion of the Jat community in the central list of Other Backward Classes (OBC).
The government Thursday asked the National Commission for Backward Classes (NCBC) to take a decision on the inclusion of the Jat community in the central list of Other Backward Classes (OBC).
'Homosexuality is a danger to public health' | ummid.com
'Homosexuality is a danger to public health' | ummid.com
Say religious leaders, warn government against decriminalising same gender consensual sexual relationships
A few Hindu, Muslim, Sikh and Christian leaders said at a conference here that homosexuality not only prevents the evolution process of humans but also destroys the family system and social relationships.
Say religious leaders, warn government against decriminalising same gender consensual sexual relationships
A few Hindu, Muslim, Sikh and Christian leaders said at a conference here that homosexuality not only prevents the evolution process of humans but also destroys the family system and social relationships.
Charges framed against Sanjay Nirupam for mocking Smriti Irani | ummid.com
Charges framed against Sanjay Nirupam for mocking Smriti Irani | ummid.com
While discussing the Gujarat and Himachal Pradesh assembly elections last year on a TV channel, Nirupam mocked Irani as a former dancer who had entered politics only some years ago.
While discussing the Gujarat and Himachal Pradesh assembly elections last year on a TV channel, Nirupam mocked Irani as a former dancer who had entered politics only some years ago.
MP HC CJ resolves to address concerns of canal affected farmers | ummid.com
MP HC CJ resolves to address concerns of canal affected farmers | ummid.com
The new Chief Justice of Madhya Pradesh High Court, Justice A.N. Khanvilkar, expressed an initiative to resolve all the outstanding issues of two public interest petitions on the Omkareshwar (OSP) and Indira Sagar Canals (ISP) within the framework of law.
The new Chief Justice of Madhya Pradesh High Court, Justice A.N. Khanvilkar, expressed an initiative to resolve all the outstanding issues of two public interest petitions on the Omkareshwar (OSP) and Indira Sagar Canals (ISP) within the framework of law.
Students protest outside US consulate in Kolkata over diplomat's strip search | ummid.com
Students protest outside US consulate in Kolkata over diplomat's strip search | ummid.com
"Instead of acting against the imperialist US, the state government has unleashed its police on hapless students by arresting over 100 students," said Mitra, claiming that over 1,000 SFI and DYFI members participated in the march. - See more at: http://ummid.com/news/2013/December/19.12.2013/students-arrested.html#sthash.1LgTxIpo.dpuf
"Instead of acting against the imperialist US, the state government has unleashed its police on hapless students by arresting over 100 students," said Mitra, claiming that over 1,000 SFI and DYFI members participated in the march.
Communal violence, Telangana bills later: Shinde | ummid.com
Communal violence, Telangana bills later: Shinde | ummid.com
The cabinet passed the Prevention of Communal and Targeted Violence (Access to Justice and Reparations) Bill, 2013, Dec 16. It was expected to be introduced in the winter session which ended Wednesday.
The cabinet passed the Prevention of Communal and Targeted Violence (Access to Justice and Reparations) Bill, 2013, Dec 16. It was expected to be introduced in the winter session which ended Wednesday.
Andhra assembly adjourned without debate on Telangana | ummid.com
Andhra assembly adjourned without debate on Telangana | ummid.com
Seemandhra TDP members wanted the speaker to send back the bill to the president without debate so that the state remains united. Their counterparts from the YSR Congress wanted the house to pass a resolution opposing the state's bifurcation.
Seemandhra TDP members wanted the speaker to send back the bill to the president without debate so that the state remains united. Their counterparts from the YSR Congress wanted the house to pass a resolution opposing the state's bifurcation.
Comedies reaped gold for southern cinema | ummid.com
Comedies reaped gold for southern cinema | ummid.com
The Tamil film industry saw nearly 200 releases this year, producing the maximum number of hit comedies including "Kanna Laddu Thinna Aasiya", "Kedi Billa Killadi Ranga", "Ethir Neechal", "Idharkuthane Aasaipattai Balakumara", "Varuthapadatha Valibar Sangam" and "Theeya Velai Seiyyanum Kumaru".
The Tamil film industry saw nearly 200 releases this year, producing the maximum number of hit comedies including "Kanna Laddu Thinna Aasiya", "Kedi Billa Killadi Ranga", "Ethir Neechal", "Idharkuthane Aasaipattai Balakumara", "Varuthapadatha Valibar Sangam" and "Theeya Velai Seiyyanum Kumaru".
Congress-DMK split, advantage AIADMK and BJP | ummid.com
Congress-DMK split, advantage AIADMK and BJP | ummid.com
At the party's general council meeting Sunday, DMK president and former chief minister M. Karunanidhi declared that his party would not align with the Congress to fight the Lok Sabha election.
At the party's general council meeting Sunday, DMK president and former chief minister M. Karunanidhi declared that his party would not align with the Congress to fight the Lok Sabha election.
Wednesday, December 18, 2013
No comparison between 2002 Gujarat and 1984 Delhi riots: Amartya Sen | ummid.com
No comparison between 2002 Gujarat and 1984 Delhi riots: Amartya Sen | ummid.com
Nobel laureate Amartya Sen while describing as "absolute shame" the fact that those responsible for the 1984 riots had not been brought to justice, sought to differentiate between the 1984 riots and the 2002 Gujarat riots under its Chief Minister Narendra Modi.
Nobel laureate Amartya Sen while describing as "absolute shame" the fact that those responsible for the 1984 riots had not been brought to justice, sought to differentiate between the 1984 riots and the 2002 Gujarat riots under its Chief Minister Narendra Modi.
Inside the camps for Muzaffarnagar riot victims | ummid.com
Inside the camps for Muzaffarnagar riot victims | ummid.com
We then proceeded towards the next camp Sanethi. Here we learnt that six small children have died due to cold-weather. Five of them died due to cold while one succumbed to snakebite. The DG and CMO both noted the names of the deceased and other relevant information.
We then proceeded towards the next camp Sanethi. Here we learnt that six small children have died due to cold-weather. Five of them died due to cold while one succumbed to snakebite. The DG and CMO both noted the names of the deceased and other relevant information.
Inside the camps for Muzaffarnagar riot victims | ummid.com
Inside the camps for Muzaffarnagar riot victims | ummid.com
We then proceeded towards the next camp Sanethi. Here we learnt that six small children have died due to cold-weather. Five of them died due to cold while one succumbed to snakebite. The DG and CMO both noted the names of the deceased and other relevant information.
We then proceeded towards the next camp Sanethi. Here we learnt that six small children have died due to cold-weather. Five of them died due to cold while one succumbed to snakebite. The DG and CMO both noted the names of the deceased and other relevant information.
Parliament's winter session washed out | ummid.com
Parliament's winter session washed out | ummid.com
Parliament's winter session washed out
Parliament's winter session washed out
Nelson Mandela, Sachin Tendulkar could be in Bengal school syllabus | ummid.com
Nelson Mandela, Sachin Tendulkar could be in Bengal school syllabus | ummid.com
West Bengal School Syllabus Revamp Committee chairman Aveek Majumdar said there was an informal discussion between him and Education Minister Bratya Basu on incorporating the luminaries in the syllabus.
West Bengal School Syllabus Revamp Committee chairman Aveek Majumdar said there was an informal discussion between him and Education Minister Bratya Basu on incorporating the luminaries in the syllabus.
65,661 cases pending in Supreme Court | ummid.com
65,661 cases pending in Supreme Court | ummid.com
He said the government had set up the National Mission for Justice Delivery and Legal Reforms to achieve the twin goals of increasing access to justice by reducing delays and arrears.
He said the government had set up the National Mission for Justice Delivery and Legal Reforms to achieve the twin goals of increasing access to justice by reducing delays and arrears.
Sharjah plans Friday sermons in five languages including one for deaf | ummid.com
Sharjah plans Friday sermons in five languages including one for deaf | ummid.com
The Sharjah mosques' initiative to serve deaf Muslims is not the first. Last June, a mosque in Moscow started offering courses for hearing-impaired people to translate the holy book into sign language, fulfilling the dream of deaf Muslims to read and understand the Noble Qur'an.
The Sharjah mosques' initiative to serve deaf Muslims is not the first. Last June, a mosque in Moscow started offering courses for hearing-impaired people to translate the holy book into sign language, fulfilling the dream of deaf Muslims to read and understand the Noble Qur'an.
NCPUL releases advanced Urdu language software tools | ummid.com
NCPUL releases advanced Urdu language software tools | ummid.com
Minister for Communications and Information Technology Kapil Sibal on Monday released an updated and advanced Urdu Language Software Tools CD, 'Bharat Operating System Solutions (BOSS 5.0)' and Urdu children stories for Android based Aakash Tablet in New Delhi.
Minister for Communications and Information Technology Kapil Sibal on Monday released an updated and advanced Urdu Language Software Tools CD, 'Bharat Operating System Solutions (BOSS 5.0)' and Urdu children stories for Android based Aakash Tablet in New Delhi.
Parliament adjourned sine die, may reconvene | ummid.com
Parliament adjourned sine die, may reconvene | ummid.com
Congress sources said this was done as an aggressive opposition was disrupting the business of the house since the winter session started Dec 5 and even the Lokpal bill was passed amid uproar.
Congress sources said this was done as an aggressive opposition was disrupting the business of the house since the winter session started Dec 5 and even the Lokpal bill was passed amid uproar.
Nitaqat Impact: Over 141,000 Indians returned from Saudi Arabia | ummid.com
Nitaqat Impact: Over 141,000 Indians returned from Saudi Arabia | ummid.com
Replying to a starred question in the Lok Sabha, Minister for Overseas Indian Affairs Vayalar Ravi said that over 1.4 million Indians availed of the concessions offered during the grace period that ran from April 6 to Nov 4 this year.
Replying to a starred question in the Lok Sabha, Minister for Overseas Indian Affairs Vayalar Ravi said that over 1.4 million Indians availed of the concessions offered during the grace period that ran from April 6 to Nov 4 this year.
Khyber Medical College student alleges harassment for wearing veil | ummid.com
Khyber Medical College student alleges harassment for wearing veil | ummid.com
Demanding strict action against the teacher, she said: "The action against the teacher, whose conduct is highly unbecoming, will help students get education in a harassment-free environment."
Demanding strict action against the teacher, she said: "The action against the teacher, whose conduct is highly unbecoming, will help students get education in a harassment-free environment."
Kolkata lawyers march to protest witch-hunt against Ganguly | ummid.com
Kolkata lawyers march to protest witch-hunt against Ganguly | ummid.com
Led by former Kolkata mayor and lawyer Bikash Ranjan Bhattacharya, over 100 lawyers took out the silent march outside the court premises to protest against the countrywide demand for Ganguly's resignation.
Led by former Kolkata mayor and lawyer Bikash Ranjan Bhattacharya, over 100 lawyers took out the silent march outside the court premises to protest against the countrywide demand for Ganguly's resignation.
Appalling conditions of Minorities Welfare Schemes in Maharashtra | ummid.com
Appalling conditions of Minorities Welfare Schemes in Maharashtra | ummid.com
PM's 15 point Programme , implementation on Sachar Committee Report recommendations and all the schemes are in a disarray. The irony is that government spends more on publicity and advertising of its minority welfare schemes than actually spending on them.
PM's 15 point Programme , implementation on Sachar Committee Report recommendations and all the schemes are in a disarray. The irony is that government spends more on publicity and advertising of its minority welfare schemes than actually spending on them.
Tuesday, December 17, 2013
A National outrage, Rajya Sabha told over diplomat's humiliation in US | ummid.com
A National outrage, Rajya Sabha told over diplomat's humiliation in US | ummid.com
While opposition leader Arun Jaitley called for a review of India's foreign policy, Commerce Minister Anand Sharma described it as a "national outrage" and said the government had taken a stern view of it.
While opposition leader Arun Jaitley called for a review of India's foreign policy, Commerce Minister Anand Sharma described it as a "national outrage" and said the government had taken a stern view of it.
US national gangrape: Himachal court convicts three Nepalese | ummid.com
US national gangrape: Himachal court convicts three Nepalese | ummid.com
The woman who reached Manali, some 500 km from the national capital Delhi, with three other women a day before the crime, alleged that she was repeatedly raped by the three men who offered her a lift in a vehicle early June 4 when she could not find a taxi on the outskirts of Manali.
The woman who reached Manali, some 500 km from the national capital Delhi, with three other women a day before the crime, alleged that she was repeatedly raped by the three men who offered her a lift in a vehicle early June 4 when she could not find a taxi on the outskirts of Manali.
Woman killed, 13 injured in Assam blast | ummid.com
Woman killed, 13 injured in Assam blast | ummid.com
The blast took place in the busy Amolapatty area, said Dibrugarh Superintendent of Police Rana Bhuyan. - See more at: http://www.ummid.com/news/2013/December/17.12.2013/woman-killed-in-assam-blast.html#sthash.MJ61CUjA.dpuf
The blast took place in the busy Amolapatty area, said Dibrugarh Superintendent of Police Rana Bhuyan.
Parliament lost over 1,000 hours due to disruptions: Report | ummid.com
Parliament lost over 1,000 hours due to disruptions: Report | ummid.com
The 7th Citizens' Report on Governance and Development 2013 by National Social Watch (NSW) said 152 parliamentarians (31 percent) in the Lok Sabha have criminal cases against them while a total of 17 percent of women parliamentarians have cases pending against them as well.
The 7th Citizens' Report on Governance and Development 2013 by National Social Watch (NSW) said 152 parliamentarians (31 percent) in the Lok Sabha have criminal cases against them while a total of 17 percent of women parliamentarians have cases pending against them as well.
Indian dies from heater fumes in Saudi Arabia | ummid.com
Indian dies from heater fumes in Saudi Arabia | ummid.com
While the Indian, 28, and the Sri Lankan, 34 died after inhaling the toxic fumes, another man, a Sri Lankan labourer, was critically injured, the Arab News reported Tuesday.
While the Indian, 28, and the Sri Lankan, 34 died after inhaling the toxic fumes, another man, a Sri Lankan labourer, was critically injured, the Arab News reported Tuesday.
Will India now act against gay US diplomats? | ummid.com
Will India now act against gay US diplomats? | ummid.com
With India threatening more actions against US diplomats until Washington renders an "unconditional apology" over the mistreatment of an Indian diplomatic official in New York, there is talk in official circles of invoking Section 377 of the IPC to book these diplomats and their partners under Indian laws, well informed sources confirmed to IANS.
With India threatening more actions against US diplomats until Washington renders an "unconditional apology" over the mistreatment of an Indian diplomatic official in New York, there is talk in official circles of invoking Section 377 of the IPC to book these diplomats and their partners under Indian laws, well informed sources confirmed to IANS.
'The 99' Superheroes are New Islamic Mascots | ummid.com
'The 99' Superheroes are New Islamic Mascots | ummid.com
The historical setting is in the thirteenth century, the sacking of Baghdad and the Spanish crusades. The action revolves around 99 individuals living in 99 different countries who upon possessing one of these gems become superheroes.
The historical setting is in the thirteenth century, the sacking of Baghdad and the Spanish crusades. The action revolves around 99 individuals living in 99 different countries who upon possessing one of these gems become superheroes.
Actor Aamir Khan to pay tribute to Maulana Azad at Kolkata fest | ummid.com
Actor Aamir Khan to pay tribute to Maulana Azad at Kolkata fest | ummid.com
The fest, organised by Apeejay Surrendra Group and Oxford Bookstores, will witness the participation of around 60 delegates including authors and panelists from Europe, Britain, Egypt, China, Ghana and neighbours Bangladesh, Pakistan and Nepal.
The fest, organised by Apeejay Surrendra Group and Oxford Bookstores, will witness the participation of around 60 delegates including authors and panelists from Europe, Britain, Egypt, China, Ghana and neighbours Bangladesh, Pakistan and Nepal.
Rajya Sabha passes Lokpal bill | ummid.com
Rajya Sabha passes Lokpal bill | ummid.com
The most prominent of the group of anti-graft bills on the anvil, the Lokpal bill establishes a Lokpal at the central level and asks states to establish Lokayuktas in a year's time from the date of notification of the law. The format of the Lokayukta will be left to the state assemblies to decide.
The most prominent of the group of anti-graft bills on the anvil, the Lokpal bill establishes a Lokpal at the central level and asks states to establish Lokayuktas in a year's time from the date of notification of the law. The format of the Lokayukta will be left to the state assemblies to decide.
The most prominent of the group of anti-graft bills on the anvil, the Lokpal bill establishes a Lokpal at the central level and asks states to establish Lokayuktas in a year's time from the date of notification of the law. The format of the Lokayukta will be left to the state assemblies to decide. - See more at: http://www.ummid.com/news/2013/December/17.12.2013/rajya-sabha-lokpal-bill.html#sthash.NUo4wSCN.dpuf
The most prominent of the group of anti-graft bills on the anvil, the Lokpal bill establishes a Lokpal at the central level and asks states to establish Lokayuktas in a year's time from the date of notification of the law. The format of the Lokayukta will be left to the state assemblies to decide. - See more at: http://www.ummid.com/news/2013/December/17.12.2013/rajya-sabha-lokpal-bill.html#sthash.NUo4wSCN.dpuf
Monday, December 16, 2013
Goa Chief Minister Parrikar likes to read in loo, be it even on Mahabharata | ummid.com
Goa Chief Minister Parrikar likes to read in loo, be it even on Mahabharata | ummid.com
"Those who have stacks of books in toilets are the ones who are really knowledgeable," quipped Parrikar, who is invariably seen poring over a book or government files while seated in the front seat of his official car and zipping around the state.
"Those who have stacks of books in toilets are the ones who are really knowledgeable," quipped Parrikar, who is invariably seen poring over a book or government files while seated in the front seat of his official car and zipping around the state.
Woman in Madhya Pradesh delivers 10 babies - all stillborn | ummid.com
Woman in Madhya Pradesh delivers 10 babies - all stillborn | ummid.com
Anju Kushwaha from Koti village in Satna district was being taken to the Sanjay Gandhi Memorial hospital, 125 km away in neighbouring Rewa district, after she went into labour but she delivered nine stillborn babies on the way.
Anju Kushwaha from Koti village in Satna district was being taken to the Sanjay Gandhi Memorial hospital, 125 km away in neighbouring Rewa district, after she went into labour but she delivered nine stillborn babies on the way.
'Al-Zahrawi was greatest Muslim surgeon, greater authority than even Galen' | ummid.com
'Al-Zahrawi was greatest Muslim surgeon, greater authority than even Galen' | ummid.com
It is clear from Al-Zahrawi's life history and from his writings that he devoted his entire life and genius to the advancement of medicine as a whole and surgery in particular. His monumental work At-Tasrif liman 'Ajiza 'an at-Ta'lif (The Method of Medicine). The complete meaning of the title of the book will be:
It is clear from Al-Zahrawi's life history and from his writings that he devoted his entire life and genius to the advancement of medicine as a whole and surgery in particular. His monumental work At-Tasrif liman 'Ajiza 'an at-Ta'lif (The Method of Medicine). The complete meaning of the title of the book will be:
Government sanction not needed to probe public servants: SC | ummid.com
Government sanction not needed to probe public servants: SC | ummid.com
The apex court order came on the plea by the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) contending that there was no need for prior government sanction to inquire a public servant in court-monitored cases.
The apex court order came on the plea by the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) contending that there was no need for prior government sanction to inquire a public servant in court-monitored cases.
Cabinet nod to anti-communal violence bill | ummid.com
Cabinet nod to anti-communal violence bill | ummid.com
According to the sources, the cabinet meeting chaired by Prime Minister Manmohan Singh approved the Prevention of Communal and Targeted Violence Bill after debating it for around two and half hours.
According to the sources, the cabinet meeting chaired by Prime Minister Manmohan Singh approved the Prevention of Communal and Targeted Violence Bill after debating it for around two and half hours.
Population, capacity should dictate size of state allocation: Jayalalithaa | ummid.com
Population, capacity should dictate size of state allocation: Jayalalithaa | ummid.com
She also urged the commission to reject outright the report of the Raghuram Rajan committee -- submitted before Rajan became governor of the Reserve Bank of India -- that formulated a new index for determining the backwardness of states for financial assistance.
She also urged the commission to reject outright the report of the Raghuram Rajan committee -- submitted before Rajan became governor of the Reserve Bank of India -- that formulated a new index for determining the backwardness of states for financial assistance.
Amid Delhi stalemate, Congress replies to AAP | ummid.com
Amid Delhi stalemate, Congress replies to AAP | ummid.com
Making light of the issues flagged by the Aam Aadmi Party, Congress general secretary Shakeel Ahmed said the letter addressed to party president Sonia Gandhi only betrayed AAP's political immaturity.
Making light of the issues flagged by the Aam Aadmi Party, Congress general secretary Shakeel Ahmed said the letter addressed to party president Sonia Gandhi only betrayed AAP's political immaturity.
Andhra lawmakers clash as Telangana bill tabled in assembly | ummid.com
Andhra lawmakers clash as Telangana bill tabled in assembly | ummid.com
The Andhra Pradesh Reorganisation Bill, 2013, sent by President Pranab Mukherjee, was moved in the assembly as well as the legislative council amid strong protests by lawmakers from Seemandhra (Rayalaseema and coastal Andhra).
The Andhra Pradesh Reorganisation Bill, 2013, sent by President Pranab Mukherjee, was moved in the assembly as well as the legislative council amid strong protests by lawmakers from Seemandhra (Rayalaseema and coastal Andhra).
'Pass grievance redressal and whistleblower protection bills' | ummid.com
'Pass grievance redressal and whistleblower protection bills' | ummid.com
The Grievance Redressal bill has been cleared by the cabinet and is in parliament awaiting passage while the Whistleblower Protection bill was passed in the Lok Sabha two years ago and has been under consideration in the Rajya Sabha since then.
The Grievance Redressal bill has been cleared by the cabinet and is in parliament awaiting passage while the Whistleblower Protection bill was passed in the Lok Sabha two years ago and has been under consideration in the Rajya Sabha since then.
Inflation up at 7.52 percent in November | ummid.com
Inflation up at 7.52 percent in November | ummid.com
The country's main inflation measure based on the wholesale price index (WPI) was at seven percent in the previous month and 7.24 percent in the corresponding month of last year, according to data released by the ministry of commerce and industry here.
The country's main inflation measure based on the wholesale price index (WPI) was at seven percent in the previous month and 7.24 percent in the corresponding month of last year, according to data released by the ministry of commerce and industry here.
NCP way ahead of rivals in Dhule Municipal Corporation elections | ummid.com
NCP way ahead of rivals in Dhule Municipal Corporation elections | ummid.com
Samajawadi Party opens account with 03 seats, Sixteen Muslims among the winners
The Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) emerged as the single largest party in Dhule Municpal Corporation by winning 34 seats in the election held on Sunday, ahead of the crucial state election scheduled for the next year.
Samajawadi Party opens account with 03 seats, Sixteen Muslims among the winners
The Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) emerged as the single largest party in Dhule Municpal Corporation by winning 34 seats in the election held on Sunday, ahead of the crucial state election scheduled for the next year.
Ahmednagar Municipal Elections: House hung, Independents hold the key | ummid.com
Ahmednagar Municipal Elections: House hung, Independents hold the key | ummid.com
In a dramatic result, the elction for the Ahmednagar Municipal Corporation threw up a hung house with the ruling Shiv-Sena and the opposition Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) both winning 16 seats each.
In a dramatic result, the elction for the Ahmednagar Municipal Corporation threw up a hung house with the ruling Shiv-Sena and the opposition Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) both winning 16 seats each.
Bengal cabinet ratifies rules for OBC reservation in education | ummid.com
Bengal cabinet ratifies rules for OBC reservation in education | ummid.com
As par the law, students constituting the creamy layer (to be specified by a directive later) will not get reservation benefits. The reservation will not surpass 50 percent of seats in any higher educational institution.
As par the law, students constituting the creamy layer (to be specified by a directive later) will not get reservation benefits. The reservation will not surpass 50 percent of seats in any higher educational institution.
Cabinet may take up anti-communal violence bill | ummid.com
Cabinet may take up anti-communal violence bill | ummid.com
The core group of the Congress, headed by party chief Sonia Gandhi, met and discussed the legislation. The meeting was attended by Prime Minister Manmohan Singh, Defence Minister A.K. Antony, Finance Minister P. Chidambaram and Home Minister Sushilkumar Shinde, sources said.
The core group of the Congress, headed by party chief Sonia Gandhi, met and discussed the legislation. The meeting was attended by Prime Minister Manmohan Singh, Defence Minister A.K. Antony, Finance Minister P. Chidambaram and Home Minister Sushilkumar Shinde, sources said.
Rape cases doubled in Delhi post Dec 16 | ummid.com
Rape cases doubled in Delhi post Dec 16 | ummid.com
"The extremely low conviction rates send out a signal to perpetrators that they are free to act with impunity and can deter women from reporting rape and other crimes of sexual violence," said Sehjo Singh, director of programmes and policy, ActionAid India.
"The extremely low conviction rates send out a signal to perpetrators that they are free to act with impunity and can deter women from reporting rape and other crimes of sexual violence," said Sehjo Singh, director of programmes and policy, ActionAid India.
Dhule Municipal Elections: NCP set to emerge as single largest party | ummid.com
Dhule Municipal Elections: NCP set to emerge as single largest party | ummid.com
The Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) is set to emerge as the single largest party in the Dhule Municpal Corporation elections where counting of votes began today morning amid tight security.
The Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) is set to emerge as the single largest party in the Dhule Municpal Corporation elections where counting of votes began today morning amid tight security.
NCP, Sena in neck-to-neck fight in Ahmednagar Municipal Corporation elections | ummid.com
NCP, Sena in neck-to-neck fight in Ahmednagar Municipal Corporation elections | ummid.com
Trends obtained by 02:00 pm showed that the Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) is leading on 18 seats whereas its rival Shiv-Sena is ahead on 17 seats. Congress is ahead on 11 seats, BJP on 09, Maharashtra Navnriman Sena (MNS) on 04 and inependents are leading on 09 seats.
Trends obtained by 02:00 pm showed that the Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) is leading on 18 seats whereas its rival Shiv-Sena is ahead on 17 seats. Congress is ahead on 11 seats, BJP on 09, Maharashtra Navnriman Sena (MNS) on 04 and inependents are leading on 09 seats.
Sunday, December 15, 2013
Early trends show NCP leading in Dhule Corporation elections | ummid.com
Early trends show NCP leading in Dhule Corporation elections | ummid.com
Early trends on Monday showed that Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) is ahead of its rivals Congress, Shiv-Sena/BJP alliance and Lok Sangram Party in the elction held for the 70-member Dhule Municpal Corporation elections.
Early trends on Monday showed that Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) is ahead of its rivals Congress, Shiv-Sena/BJP alliance and Lok Sangram Party in the elction held for the 70-member Dhule Municpal Corporation elections.
Titular Maharaja of Travancore dies | ummid.com
Titular Maharaja of Travancore dies | ummid.com
Though having no real administrative power, he held the prestigious post of the custodian of the Padmanabhaswamy Temple, billed as the richest temple in the country.
Though having no real administrative power, he held the prestigious post of the custodian of the Padmanabhaswamy Temple, billed as the richest temple in the country.
'Textbooks need to rewritten to present science properly' | ummid.com
'Textbooks need to rewritten to present science properly' | ummid.com
Stressing the need to rewrite text books so as to impart a deep knowledge of science, technology and society in the proper perspective, IIT-Kharagpur director Partha Pratim Chakrabarty Sunday said it was the only way to keep pace with the changing times.
Stressing the need to rewrite text books so as to impart a deep knowledge of science, technology and society in the proper perspective, IIT-Kharagpur director Partha Pratim Chakrabarty Sunday said it was the only way to keep pace with the changing times.
Punjab village showers affection on 'son' from Pakistan | ummid.com
Punjab village showers affection on 'son' from Pakistan | ummid.com
Sharif, the younger brother of Pakistani Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif, concluded his Punjab visit Sunday evening after spending time in this village in the border district of Tarn Taran where his grandfather and father had lived.
Sharif, the younger brother of Pakistani Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif, concluded his Punjab visit Sunday evening after spending time in this village in the border district of Tarn Taran where his grandfather and father had lived.
Habib Calculative and Focussed as Ever: Saviours Stirred | ummid.com
Habib Calculative and Focussed as Ever: Saviours Stirred | ummid.com
Few teachers in the name of AMUTA, retired teachers and old boys, who can be counted on finger tips, came in the open and challenged the evil and the treacherous Govt. Even, the traditional Student Union leaders betrayed: they confined these issues to manifestos to impress the common students and no more.
Few teachers in the name of AMUTA, retired teachers and old boys, who can be counted on finger tips, came in the open and challenged the evil and the treacherous Govt. Even, the traditional Student Union leaders betrayed: they confined these issues to manifestos to impress the common students and no more.
Seventy-three percent voting in Ahmednagar Municipal Corporation election | ummid.com
Seventy-three percent voting in Ahmednagar Municipal Corporation election | ummid.com
"Voting in Ahmednagar which began today morning at 07:30 was totally peaceful. A record 73% people cast their votes to elect the new body of the 68-member municipal corporation", Election Officer SB Tadvi said while talking to ummid.com.
"Voting in Ahmednagar which began today morning at 07:30 was totally peaceful. A record 73% people cast their votes to elect the new body of the 68-member municipal corporation", Election Officer SB Tadvi said while talking to ummid.com.
Fiesta Arabia begins at Ma'din Academy in Kerala | ummid.com
Fiesta Arabia begins at Ma'din Academy in Kerala | ummid.com
The UN declaration came as an attempt to celebrate multilingualism and cultural diversity, and promote equal use of all six of Unesco official working languages: Spanish, Russian, French, English, Chinese and Arabic.
The UN declaration came as an attempt to celebrate multilingualism and cultural diversity, and promote equal use of all six of Unesco official working languages: Spanish, Russian, French, English, Chinese and Arabic.
Anti-apartheid icon Nelson Mandela laid to rest | ummid.com
Anti-apartheid icon Nelson Mandela laid to rest | ummid.com
Once the family members and president were seated, military officials undraped the casket and the flag was ceremoniously folded and handed to Zuma, who handed it to Mandela's widow Graca Machel.
Once the family members and president were seated, military officials undraped the casket and the flag was ceremoniously folded and handed to Zuma, who handed it to Mandela's widow Graca Machel.
Maryam Nawaz Sharif: Rising star on Pakistan's political firmament | ummid.com
Maryam Nawaz Sharif: Rising star on Pakistan's political firmament | ummid.com
he'll work pro bono and ensure bankers and civil servants, one-and-a-half times her age, dispense loans worth Pakistani Rs.100 billion (Nearly $9.5 billion) in the next seven months to some 100,000 Pakistani entrepreneurs, 50 percent being women.
he'll work pro bono and ensure bankers and civil servants, one-and-a-half times her age, dispense loans worth Pakistani Rs.100 billion (Nearly $9.5 billion) in the next seven months to some 100,000 Pakistani entrepreneurs, 50 percent being women.
Saturday, December 14, 2013
Public-private partnership needed to remove illiteracy: Pallam Raju | ummid.com
Public-private partnership needed to remove illiteracy: Pallam Raju | ummid.com
Speaking on the occasion Rotarian Shekhar Mehta, Past Rotary International director and convenor, South Asia Literacy Summit, said: "Total literacy in South Asia is a dream and looking at the time frame, we have to work on a war footing to ensure 100 percent literacy by 2017."
Speaking on the occasion Rotarian Shekhar Mehta, Past Rotary International director and convenor, South Asia Literacy Summit, said: "Total literacy in South Asia is a dream and looking at the time frame, we have to work on a war footing to ensure 100 percent literacy by 2017."
Kerala waits for its Christmas chill | ummid.com
Kerala waits for its Christmas chill | ummid.com
Christmas is a keenly awaited festival in Kerala, and not just by its large number of Christians. About 22 percent of the state's 32 million people are Christian but even those of other faiths take part in the festivities - and await the Christmas chill.
Christmas is a keenly awaited festival in Kerala, and not just by its large number of Christians. About 22 percent of the state's 32 million people are Christian but even those of other faiths take part in the festivities - and await the Christmas chill.
Congress needs to understand people's yearning for change | ummid.com
Congress needs to understand people's yearning for change | ummid.com
Some leaders of the Congress and its allies are fighting graft charges in courts. When acts of malfeasance came to light, the UPA, instead of squarely facing the situation, reflexively went into denial mode and resorted to cover-up.
Some leaders of the Congress and its allies are fighting graft charges in courts. When acts of malfeasance came to light, the UPA, instead of squarely facing the situation, reflexively went into denial mode and resorted to cover-up.
Egypt to hold constitutional referendum Jan 14-15 | ummid.com
Egypt to hold constitutional referendum Jan 14-15 | ummid.com
The new constitution is an important pillar in the political transition roadmap drawn up by the army installed interim government July 3 after toppling Islamist president Mohamed Morsi.
The new constitution is an important pillar in the political transition roadmap drawn up by the army installed interim government July 3 after toppling Islamist president Mohamed Morsi.
India meet Pakistan in opening match of ICC U-19 World Cup | ummid.com
India meet Pakistan in opening match of ICC U-19 World Cup | ummid.com
The tournament will be staged across seven venues in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) from Feb 14 to March 1, and will also have teams from Afghanistan, Canada, Namibia, Papua New Guinea, Scotland and the UAE besides the 10 Full Members.
The tournament will be staged across seven venues in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) from Feb 14 to March 1, and will also have teams from Afghanistan, Canada, Namibia, Papua New Guinea, Scotland and the UAE besides the 10 Full Members.
Indian Political Trajectory for 2014 Polls | ummid.com
Indian Political Trajectory for 2014 Polls | ummid.com
The prospects of the BJP in the 2014 general election looks bright. With the victory in Rajasthan, Chatisgarh and Madhya Prdesh assembly elections, BJP is in a buoyed mood. The hype is being built that BJP will sweep the polls under the leadership of its Prime Ministerial candidate Narender Modi.
The prospects of the BJP in the 2014 general election looks bright. With the victory in Rajasthan, Chatisgarh and Madhya Prdesh assembly elections, BJP is in a buoyed mood. The hype is being built that BJP will sweep the polls under the leadership of its Prime Ministerial candidate Narender Modi.
Muslim scholars from around the world ratify fatwa against terrorism | ummid.com
Muslim scholars from around the world ratify fatwa against terrorism | ummid.com
Jamiat Ulama-I-Hind concludes World Peace Conference attended by prominent Ulemas and Muslim Scholars
Leading Indian Muslim organization Jamiat Ulama-I-Hind concluded the two day World Peace Conference at Deoband Saturday. Organized by the Sheikhul-Hind Educational Charitable Trust, the two day Conference is India's first initiative to establish a positive dialogue about world peace.
Jamiat Ulama-I-Hind concludes World Peace Conference attended by prominent Ulemas and Muslim Scholars
Leading Indian Muslim organization Jamiat Ulama-I-Hind concluded the two day World Peace Conference at Deoband Saturday. Organized by the Sheikhul-Hind Educational Charitable Trust, the two day Conference is India's first initiative to establish a positive dialogue about world peace.
Friday, December 13, 2013
Expert committee to review 13-year-old National Textile Policy | ummid.com
Expert committee to review 13-year-old National Textile Policy | ummid.com
The Government of India has constituted an Expert Committee to review the National Textile Policy 2000 and formulate the National Textile Policy 2013, Minister of State in the Ministry of Textiles Panabaaka Lakshmi said in the Rajya Sabha Thursday.
The Government of India has constituted an Expert Committee to review the National Textile Policy 2000 and formulate the National Textile Policy 2013, Minister of State in the Ministry of Textiles Panabaaka Lakshmi said in the Rajya Sabha Thursday.
Literacy rate among Muslims has registered a marked improvement: Govt | ummid.com
Literacy rate among Muslims has registered a marked improvement: Govt | ummid.com
Minister of State in the Ministry of Minority Affairs Ninong Ering Thursday said that the literacy rate among Muslims has registered a marked improvement and the unemployment rate among them has declined due to steps taken by the government based on the recommendations made by the Sachar Committee Report.
Minister of State in the Ministry of Minority Affairs Ninong Ering Thursday said that the literacy rate among Muslims has registered a marked improvement and the unemployment rate among them has declined due to steps taken by the government based on the recommendations made by the Sachar Committee Report.
Election results show Indians demand clean, better governance | ummid.com
Election results show Indians demand clean, better governance | ummid.com
The common man in India does not feel that he is part of the national concern or process. He feels he has no recourse or access to any authority to underscore the inconveniences faced by him. Our ministers and politicians have become the new "maharajas" of India.
The common man in India does not feel that he is part of the national concern or process. He feels he has no recourse or access to any authority to underscore the inconveniences faced by him. Our ministers and politicians have become the new "maharajas" of India.
Seven killed in Mumbai's Kemps Corner tower blaze | ummid.com
Seven killed in Mumbai's Kemps Corner tower blaze | ummid.com
The fire is suspected to have started due to a short-circuit in a flat that was being renovated and spread as gas cylinders burst in other flats, but officials said the exact cause was being investigated.
The fire is suspected to have started due to a short-circuit in a flat that was being renovated and spread as gas cylinders burst in other flats, but officials said the exact cause was being investigated.
Congress offers unconditional support, AAP in huddle | ummid.com
Congress offers unconditional support, AAP in huddle | ummid.com
Senior leaders of the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) went into a huddle Friday night after the Congress told the Lt. Governor that they were prepared to give unconditional support to it to form a government in Delhi, party sources told IANS.
Senior leaders of the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) went into a huddle Friday night after the Congress told the Lt. Governor that they were prepared to give unconditional support to it to form a government in Delhi, party sources told IANS.
Shah Rukh Khan tops Forbes India celebrity list, again | ummid.com
Shah Rukh Khan tops Forbes India celebrity list, again | ummid.com
The superstar has retained his No.1 position in the list, which also has names like Bollywood biggies #Amitabh Bachchan, Salman Khan, Akshay Kumar, Ranbir Kapoor and Katrina Kaif along with cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar and India cricket captain Mahendra Singh Dhoni.
The superstar has retained his No.1 position in the list, which also has names like Bollywood biggies #Amitabh Bachchan, Salman Khan, Akshay Kumar, Ranbir Kapoor and Katrina Kaif along with cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar and India cricket captain Mahendra Singh Dhoni.
Thursday, December 12, 2013
Decoding Arvind Kejriwal: A servant-leader in the making | ummid.com
Decoding Arvind Kejriwal: A servant-leader in the making | ummid.com
Based on secondary research, watching his interviews and analysing his overall public persona, Kejriwal would be a Type 6 according to Enneagram personality type. This is in no way putting him inside a box but just an exploration into his inner psyche.
Based on secondary research, watching his interviews and analysing his overall public persona, Kejriwal would be a Type 6 according to Enneagram personality type. This is in no way putting him inside a box but just an exploration into his inner psyche.
Khaleda Zia asks India to respect majority's aspirations | ummid.com
Khaleda Zia asks India to respect majority's aspirations | ummid.com
Bangladesh's opposition parties led by Zia's Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) and the ruling Sheikh Hasina-led AL party are engaged in a political tussle whether to have a caretaker government during scheduled Jan 5 parliamentary polls or not.
Bangladesh's opposition parties led by Zia's Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) and the ruling Sheikh Hasina-led AL party are engaged in a political tussle whether to have a caretaker government during scheduled Jan 5 parliamentary polls or not.
Maid trouble lands Indian diplomat in New York in soup | ummid.com
Maid trouble lands Indian diplomat in New York in soup | ummid.com
The Indian Embassy in Washington reacted swiftly and conveyed its "strong concern to the US Government over the action taken against Khobragade." It also urged the US side "to resolve the matter with due sensitivity," taking into account a pending court case in India and the diplomatic status of Khobragade.
The Indian Embassy in Washington reacted swiftly and conveyed its "strong concern to the US Government over the action taken against Khobragade." It also urged the US side "to resolve the matter with due sensitivity," taking into account a pending court case in India and the diplomatic status of Khobragade.
Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami leader Abdul Quader Mollah hanged for war crimes | ummid.com
Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami leader Abdul Quader Mollah hanged for war crimes | ummid.com
The Jamaat-e-Islami leader had refused to seek presidential clemency following the Supreme Court's rejection of a review petition of his death sentence Thursday. The organisation's assistant secretary general was sentenced to death for crimes against humanity in the 1971 Liberation War.
The Jamaat-e-Islami leader had refused to seek presidential clemency following the Supreme Court's rejection of a review petition of his death sentence Thursday. The organisation's assistant secretary general was sentenced to death for crimes against humanity in the 1971 Liberation War.
The Jamaat-e-Islami leader had refused to seek presidential clemency following the Supreme Court's rejection of a review petition of his death sentence Thursday. The organisation's assistant secretary general was sentenced to death for crimes against humanity in the 1971 Liberation War. - See more at: http://ummid.com/news/2013/December/12.12.2013/moolah-hanged.html#sthash.sxTW3crm.dpuf
Court raps UP for withdrawing cases against Muslim terror accused | ummid.com
Court raps UP for withdrawing cases against Muslim terror accused | ummid.com
A bench of Justice Ashok Pal Singh, Justice Devi Prasad Singh and Justice Ajay Lamba, while hearing a public interest litigation (PIL) filed by a local advocate Ranjana Agnihotri, said the move can only be taken forward with the sanction of the union government.
A bench of Justice Ashok Pal Singh, Justice Devi Prasad Singh and Justice Ajay Lamba, while hearing a public interest litigation (PIL) filed by a local advocate Ranjana Agnihotri, said the move can only be taken forward with the sanction of the union government.
Telangana bill reaches Andhra Pradesh assembly | ummid.com
Telangana bill reaches Andhra Pradesh assembly | ummid.com
A senior official of the union home ministry reached Hyderabad along with the draft Andhra Pradesh Reorganisation Bill 2013 by a special aircraft, and handed over the bill to a senior legislature official as well as the also chief secretary.
A senior official of the union home ministry reached Hyderabad along with the draft Andhra Pradesh Reorganisation Bill 2013 by a special aircraft, and handed over the bill to a senior legislature official as well as the also chief secretary.
Disappointed with gay sex ruling, government exploring options | ummid.com
Disappointed with gay sex ruling, government exploring options | ummid.com
The government reaction came as gay activists and rights groups protested the Wednesday ruling upholding a law banning gay sex. The US too voiced concern while Human Rights Watch called it a setback to human dignity. - See more at: http://ummid.com/news/2013/December/12.12.2013/govnt-on-gay-sex.html#sthash.ptvwXObz.dpuf
The government reaction came as gay activists and rights groups protested the Wednesday ruling upholding a law banning gay sex. The US too voiced concern while Human Rights Watch called it a setback to human dignity.
Ironical joke in the land of Khajuraho, says filmmaker Onir on gay sex law | ummid.com
Ironical joke in the land of Khajuraho, says filmmaker Onir on gay sex law | ummid.com
In what is seen as a huge blow to the homosexual community, the Supreme Court's decision makes anal sex a punishable offence. Onir, who is the only filmmaker in Bollywood to have come out of the closet, was disappointed by the apex court's judgment.
In what is seen as a huge blow to the homosexual community, the Supreme Court's decision makes anal sex a punishable offence. Onir, who is the only filmmaker in Bollywood to have come out of the closet, was disappointed by the apex court's judgment.
Eleven MPs demand money for recommendation letter: Cobrapost | ummid.com
Eleven MPs demand money for recommendation letter: Cobrapost | ummid.com
They were identified as K. Sugumar and C. Rajendran (AIADMK), Lalu Bhai Patel, Ravindra Kumar Pandey and Hari Manjhi (BJP), Vishwa Mohan Kumar, Maheshwar Hazari and Bhudeo Chaudhary (JD-U), Khiladi Lal Bairwa and Vikrambhai Arjanbhai (Congress) and Kaiser Jahan (BSP).
They were identified as K. Sugumar and C. Rajendran (AIADMK), Lalu Bhai Patel, Ravindra Kumar Pandey and Hari Manjhi (BJP), Vishwa Mohan Kumar, Maheshwar Hazari and Bhudeo Chaudhary (JD-U), Khiladi Lal Bairwa and Vikrambhai Arjanbhai (Congress) and Kaiser Jahan (BSP).
They were identified as K. Sugumar and C. Rajendran (AIADMK), Lalu Bhai Patel, Ravindra Kumar Pandey and Hari Manjhi (BJP), Vishwa Mohan Kumar, Maheshwar Hazari and Bhudeo Chaudhary (JD-U), Khiladi Lal Bairwa and Vikrambhai Arjanbhai (Congress) and Kaiser Jahan (BSP). - See more at: http://ummid.com/news/2013/December/12.12.2013/cobrapost-on-mps-rupee.html#sthash.WxOwldEO.dpuf
Sexual harassment in workplace: Causes and remedies | ummid.com
Sexual harassment in workplace: Causes and remedies | ummid.com
Sexual harassment occurs in the workplace or in a work-related environment because of the unwelcome, unwanted, uninvited, action or behavior of a person that causes discomfort, humiliation, offence or distress to other. Majority of such cases are directed towards the opposite sex by men working high position in an organization. - See more at: http://ummid.com/news/2013/December/12.12.2013/workplace-harassment.html#sthash.kwQf2W6f.dpuf
Sexual harassment occurs in the workplace or in a work-related environment because of the unwelcome, unwanted, uninvited, action or behavior of a person that causes discomfort, humiliation, offence or distress to other. Majority of such cases are directed towards the opposite sex by men working high position in an organization.
MPs, activists push for passage of women's reservation bill | ummid.com
MPs, activists push for passage of women's reservation bill | ummid.com
Amid calls of an equal representation in the political sphere and a more inclusive governance, Ranjana Kumari said this is a nation-wide fight and a lot of women have come out to protest the delay in the passage of the bill.
Amid calls of an equal representation in the political sphere and a more inclusive governance, Ranjana Kumari said this is a nation-wide fight and a lot of women have come out to protest the delay in the passage of the bill.
Samajwadi Party warming up to Congress with 2014 in mind? | ummid.com
Samajwadi Party warming up to Congress with 2014 in mind? | ummid.com
Both parties share a common Muslim vote bank, and neither wants to be doing anything that might facilitate a Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) victory in the Lok Sabha battle with Narendra Modi at the helm.
Both parties share a common Muslim vote bank, and neither wants to be doing anything that might facilitate a Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) victory in the Lok Sabha battle with Narendra Modi at the helm.
Wednesday, December 11, 2013
Uncertainty continues over government formation in Delhi | ummid.com
Uncertainty continues over government formation in Delhi | ummid.com
AAP leader Arvind Kejriwal Wednesday said his party was ready for fresh elections, and chided the BJP for not forming the government despite being the largest party in the assembly.
AAP leader Arvind Kejriwal Wednesday said his party was ready for fresh elections, and chided the BJP for not forming the government despite being the largest party in the assembly.
Demand for recognising Koshali language grows | ummid.com
Demand for recognising Koshali language grows | ummid.com
Koshali is used by 1.5 crore people in Odisha, Chhattisgarh and Jharkhand. It must be accorded the status of second language in the state, Sambalpuri-Koshali Bhasa Pratisthan (SKBP) chairman Sriballav Panigrahi, who led the delegation, told reporters.
Koshali is used by 1.5 crore people in Odisha, Chhattisgarh and Jharkhand. It must be accorded the status of second language in the state, Sambalpuri-Koshali Bhasa Pratisthan (SKBP) chairman Sriballav Panigrahi, who led the delegation, told reporters.
Tuesday, December 10, 2013
AAP, BJP ready for fresh poll, Congress to back AAP? | ummid.com
AAP, BJP ready for fresh poll, Congress to back AAP? | ummid.com
As uncertainty over government formation continued after elections threw up a hung assembly, the Congress -- which won only eight seats -- appeared wary of another election which could devastate it further in the city.
As uncertainty over government formation continued after elections threw up a hung assembly, the Congress -- which won only eight seats -- appeared wary of another election which could devastate it further in the city.
45 deaths due to Japanese Encephalitis in UP, Bihar in 2013 | ummid.com
45 deaths due to Japanese Encephalitis in UP, Bihar in 2013 | ummid.com
Some of the aims of the programme were strengthening and expansion of JE vaccination in affected districts, strengthening of surveillance, vector control, access to safe drinking water and proper sanitation facilities to the target population in affected areas, he said.
Some of the aims of the programme were strengthening and expansion of JE vaccination in affected districts, strengthening of surveillance, vector control, access to safe drinking water and proper sanitation facilities to the target population in affected areas, he said.
Stop administering pentavalent vaccine: Achuthanandan | ummid.com
Stop administering pentavalent vaccine: Achuthanandan | ummid.com
"When this was introduced, the general impression given was that this was safe and had no side effects, but the first child to receive this vaccine at a state hospital here during the state wide launch of the vaccine died 20 hours after taking the vaccine," added Achuthanandan. - See more at: http://ummid.com/news/2013/December/10.12.2013/achutanandan-on-vaccine.html#sthash.mUcoFQtb.dpuf
"When this was introduced, the general impression given was that this was safe and had no side effects, but the first child to receive this vaccine at a state hospital here during the state wide launch of the vaccine died 20 hours after taking the vaccine," added Achuthanandan.
Centre to seek report on Muzaffarnagar riot victims | ummid.com
Centre to seek report on Muzaffarnagar riot victims | ummid.com
A group of civil society activists, who visited the riot-affected areas in Muzaffarnagar, last week said the Uttar Pradesh government should reopen relief camps for victims and reconsider giving Rs.5 lakh to those not wishing to return to the camps.
A group of civil society activists, who visited the riot-affected areas in Muzaffarnagar, last week said the Uttar Pradesh government should reopen relief camps for victims and reconsider giving Rs.5 lakh to those not wishing to return to the camps.
Monday, December 9, 2013
Jammu and Kashmir upper house summons V.K. Singh | ummid.com
Jammu and Kashmir upper house summons V.K. Singh | ummid.com
The privileges committee of the upper house of Jammu and Kashmir's bicameral legislature has asked Singh to appear before it in the legislature complex in winter capital Jammu Jan 9. - See more at: http://ummid.com/news/2013/December/10.12.2013/jk-assembly-on-vk-singh.html
The privileges committee of the upper house of Jammu and Kashmir's bicameral legislature has asked Singh to appear before it in the legislature complex in winter capital Jammu Jan 9. - See more at: http://ummid.com/news/2013/December/10.12.2013/jk-assembly-on-vk-singh.html
Will sit in opposition or go for re-poll, says Aam Aadmi Party | ummid.com
Will sit in opposition or go for re-poll, says Aam Aadmi Party | ummid.com
"We are ready to sit in the opposition or contest for the re-elections as we do not have the absolute majority to form the government," said AAP leader Manish Sisodia after coming out of the core group meeting held at party convenor Arvind Kejriwal's residence.
"We are ready to sit in the opposition or contest for the re-elections as we do not have the absolute majority to form the government," said AAP leader Manish Sisodia after coming out of the core group meeting held at party convenor Arvind Kejriwal's residence.
Sunday, December 8, 2013
New device helps in ovarian cancer treatment | ummid.com
New device helps in ovarian cancer treatment | ummid.com
The device, developed by #Massachusetts General Hospital (MGH) researchers, may greatly simplify the monitoring of patients' response to treatment for ovarian cancer - the most lethal form of gynaecologic cancer - and other malignancies.
The device, developed by #Massachusetts General Hospital (MGH) researchers, may greatly simplify the monitoring of patients' response to treatment for ovarian cancer - the most lethal form of gynaecologic cancer - and other malignancies.
Qasr al Hosn fest to be held in February | ummid.com
Qasr al Hosn fest to be held in February | ummid.com
The festival will be held Feb 20-March 1 under the patronage of #Abu Dhabi crown prince Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan. - See more at: http://ummid.com/news/2013/December/08.12.2013/qasr-al-hosn-fest.html#sthash.eSEaHKld.dpuf
The festival will be held Feb 20-March 1 under the patronage of #Abu Dhabi crown prince Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan.
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