Steep power tariff hike in UP; domestic, rural consumers worst hit | ummid.com
Officials confirmed that the hike would come into effect in a week's time. The biggest hike has been effected in the rural sector, which would now have to pay 45 percent more for electricity; domestic tariff has been upped 35 percent.
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Friday, May 31, 2013
Nawaz Sharif expresses concern over US drone strikes | ummid.com
Nawaz Sharif expresses concern over US drone strikes | ummid.com
The drone strikes were not only violation of Pakistan's sovereignty but also against international laws and UN charter, reported Xinhua citing Sharif, the chief of Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N), in a statement.
The drone strikes were not only violation of Pakistan's sovereignty but also against international laws and UN charter, reported Xinhua citing Sharif, the chief of Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N), in a statement.
Israeli settlements are illegal: EU | ummid.com
Israeli settlements are illegal: EU | ummid.com
"Settlements are illegal under international law and threaten to make a two-state solution impossible," reported Xinhua citing Catherine Ashton, the foreign policy chief of EU, in a statement Friday.
"Settlements are illegal under international law and threaten to make a two-state solution impossible," reported Xinhua citing Catherine Ashton, the foreign policy chief of EU, in a statement Friday.
AMU says no to common system for all central universities | ummid.com
AMU says no to common system for all central universities | ummid.com
Aligarh Muslim University (AMU) has refused to be covered under the proposed unified administrative system governing all central universities and registered its protest officially against the Pathan committee.
Aligarh Muslim University (AMU) has refused to be covered under the proposed unified administrative system governing all central universities and registered its protest officially against the Pathan committee.
Aligarh Muslim University (AMU) has refused to be covered under the proposed unified administrative system governing all central universities and registered its protest officially against the Pathan committee. - See more at: http://www.ummid.com/news/2013/May/31.05.2013/amu_on_pathan_com.html#sthash.ReGO1zfj.dpuf
AMU says no to common system for all central universities | ummid.com
AMU says no to common system for all central universities | ummid.com
Aligarh Muslim University (AMU) has refused to be covered under the proposed unified administrative system governing all central universities and registered its protest officially against the Pathan committee.
Aligarh Muslim University (AMU) has refused to be covered under the proposed unified administrative system governing all central universities and registered its protest officially against the Pathan committee.
Aligarh Muslim University (AMU) has refused to be covered under the proposed unified administrative system governing all central universities and registered its protest officially against the Pathan committee. - See more at: http://www.ummid.com/news/2013/May/31.05.2013/amu_on_pathan_com.html#sthash.ReGO1zfj.dpuf
Task force to formulate blueprint of national testing agency | ummid.com
Task force to formulate blueprint of national testing agency | ummid.com
Sanjay Dhande, former director of the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) - Kanpur, will be the chairman of the seven-member task force that will prepare the blueprint for creating a National Testing Agency (NTA), a ministry official said.
Sanjay Dhande, former director of the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) - Kanpur, will be the chairman of the seven-member task force that will prepare the blueprint for creating a National Testing Agency (NTA), a ministry official said.
Software defined radio system inaugurated at HAL Hyderabad | ummid.com
Software defined radio system inaugurated at HAL Hyderabad | ummid.com
According to an official release, the minister experienced the communication between SDRs. He welcomed HAL's indigenous development of Softnet Radio for Airborne Communication and Net Centric Warfare and congratulated the company for manufacturing high-end tech-instruments.
According to an official release, the minister experienced the communication between SDRs. He welcomed HAL's indigenous development of Softnet Radio for Airborne Communication and Net Centric Warfare and congratulated the company for manufacturing high-end tech-instruments.
Congress dilemma: focus on Maoist insurgency or election? | ummid.com
Congress dilemma: focus on Maoist insurgency or election? | ummid.com
It follows therefore that the Congress join hands with Raman Singh, the BJP chief minister in Chhattisgarh, and hammer the Maoists. But on the eve of the assembly elections, the Congress sought to make tactical adjustments to the strategic vision and got hammered in Bastar.
It follows therefore that the Congress join hands with Raman Singh, the BJP chief minister in Chhattisgarh, and hammer the Maoists. But on the eve of the assembly elections, the Congress sought to make tactical adjustments to the strategic vision and got hammered in Bastar.
BJP hits back at prime minister over his remarks | ummid.com
BJP hits back at prime minister over his remarks | ummid.com
Hitting back at Prime Minister Manmohan Singh for his remark that the opposition was doubly disappointed with the UPA's return to power in 2009 and was obstructionist, the BJP Friday said his government had failed to deliver on promises.
Hitting back at Prime Minister Manmohan Singh for his remark that the opposition was doubly disappointed with the UPA's return to power in 2009 and was obstructionist, the BJP Friday said his government had failed to deliver on promises.
PM regrets bills stuck due to 'impatient' opposition | ummid.com
PM regrets bills stuck due to 'impatient' opposition | ummid.com
"The obstructionist role of the opposition increased in recent years. My great regret is that many important bills have not been passed (due to the opposition's attitude)," Singh told journalists on board his special aircraft while returning from a five-day official visit to Japan and Thailand.
"The obstructionist role of the opposition increased in recent years. My great regret is that many important bills have not been passed (due to the opposition's attitude)," Singh told journalists on board his special aircraft while returning from a five-day official visit to Japan and Thailand.
Ziaul Haq murders: Raja Bhaiyya's name missing from CBI chargesheet | ummid.com
Ziaul Haq murders: Raja Bhaiyya's name missing from CBI chargesheet | ummid.com
The chargesheet filed in a CBI court here has named five people in the murder case of deputy superintendent of police Zia-ul-Haq, gram pradhan Nanhe Yadav and his brother Suresh, who were killed in Balipur village of Kunda region in Pratapgarh.
The chargesheet filed in a CBI court here has named five people in the murder case of deputy superintendent of police Zia-ul-Haq, gram pradhan Nanhe Yadav and his brother Suresh, who were killed in Balipur village of Kunda region in Pratapgarh.
Muslims using Internet have favourable opinion of Western culture: Survey | ummid.com
Muslims using Internet have favourable opinion of Western culture: Survey | ummid.com
Around the world, Muslims who use the internet are much more likely than other Muslims to have a favorable opinion of Western movies, music and television and are somewhat more likely to see similarities between Islam and Christianity, according to an analysis of a recent Pew Research Center survey.
Around the world, Muslims who use the internet are much more likely than other Muslims to have a favorable opinion of Western movies, music and television and are somewhat more likely to see similarities between Islam and Christianity, according to an analysis of a recent Pew Research Center survey.
Ishrat killing: SC issues notice on ADG Pandey's arrest | ummid.com
Ishrat killing: SC issues notice on ADG Pandey's arrest | ummid.com
The petition by Pandey has sought the withdrawing the IPS officer Satish Verma from the investigating team as he allegedly nurtured professional rivalry and was was prejudiced to him. The petition contended that the inclusion of Verma in the investigating team rendered it "unfair and biased".
The petition by Pandey has sought the withdrawing the IPS officer Satish Verma from the investigating team as he allegedly nurtured professional rivalry and was was prejudiced to him. The petition contended that the inclusion of Verma in the investigating team rendered it "unfair and biased".
HRD ministry to provide funds to needy Class 10, 12 passouts | ummid.com
HRD ministry to provide funds to needy Class 10, 12 passouts | ummid.com
A statement from the HRD ministry said the assistance will be provided to students if their parent's income is less than Rs.5,000 per month.
A statement from the HRD ministry said the assistance will be provided to students if their parent's income is less than Rs.5,000 per month.
Now Kuwait tightens labour laws, 12 Indians return | ummid.com
Now Kuwait tightens labour laws, 12 Indians return | ummid.com
A sudden tightening of labour laws in Kuwait appears to have landed Indians in trouble, according to a few Keralites who landed in Delhi, a Kerala minister said here Friday. State Minister for Diaspora K.C. Joseph told IANS that they were caught unawares of the arrival of the Keralites from Kuwait.
A sudden tightening of labour laws in Kuwait appears to have landed Indians in trouble, according to a few Keralites who landed in Delhi, a Kerala minister said here Friday. State Minister for Diaspora K.C. Joseph told IANS that they were caught unawares of the arrival of the Keralites from Kuwait.
Akhilesh appoints Tauqueer Raza Khan advisor with MoS rank | ummid.com
Akhilesh appoints Tauqueer Raza Khan advisor with MoS rank | ummid.com
Prominent Barelvi aalim and chairman of Ittehad-e-Millat Council Tauqueer Raza Khan has been appointed as an dvisor in the handloom department with the status of a minister of state, according to official sources here.
Prominent Barelvi aalim and chairman of Ittehad-e-Millat Council Tauqueer Raza Khan has been appointed as an dvisor in the handloom department with the status of a minister of state, according to official sources here.
LPG-operated gas geysers cause health problems: Study | ummid.com
LPG-operated gas geysers cause health problems: Study | ummid.com
The two-year study was conducted after detailed documentation of signs and symptoms in 26 cases, where people reported unexplained bouts of fainting while bathing using hot water from gas geysers. It was found that the installation of the geysers often happened without complying with prescribed guidelines.
The two-year study was conducted after detailed documentation of signs and symptoms in 26 cases, where people reported unexplained bouts of fainting while bathing using hot water from gas geysers. It was found that the installation of the geysers often happened without complying with prescribed guidelines.
60-year old shot at in Mathura mosque, died | ummid.com
60-year old shot at in Mathura mosque, died | ummid.com
In a shocking incident which occured late in the night on Wednesday, a 60-year old man died after he was shot at while inside a local mosque allegedly by some policemen at Hatiya village of Barsana Tehsil in Mathura district.
In a shocking incident which occured late in the night on Wednesday, a 60-year old man died after he was shot at while inside a local mosque allegedly by some policemen at Hatiya village of Barsana Tehsil in Mathura district.
Indian-American wins 2013 spelling bee in the US | ummid.com
Indian-American wins 2013 spelling bee in the US | ummid.com
From Encyclopaedia Britannica, he got $2,000 of reference works including the Britannica Global Edition, 2013 Encyclopaedia Britannica Ultimate Reference Suite DVD-ROM, and a three-year membership to Britannica Online Premium.
From Encyclopaedia Britannica, he got $2,000 of reference works including the Britannica Global Edition, 2013 Encyclopaedia Britannica Ultimate Reference Suite DVD-ROM, and a three-year membership to Britannica Online Premium.
Monsoon could arrive in Kerala in four days: IMD | ummid.com
Monsoon could arrive in Kerala in four days: IMD | ummid.com
IMD officials monitor the rain starting May 10. If 60 percent of the stations or more record 2.5 mm of rain for two continuous days, then criteria for declaring that the monsoon has arrived are said to have been met. Wind strength is also measured as part of this exercise.
IMD officials monitor the rain starting May 10. If 60 percent of the stations or more record 2.5 mm of rain for two continuous days, then criteria for declaring that the monsoon has arrived are said to have been met. Wind strength is also measured as part of this exercise.
Astronomers' findings challenge theory on how stars' lives end | ummid.com
Astronomers' findings challenge theory on how stars' lives end | ummid.com
"The way in which stars evolve and end their lives was for many years considered to be well understood. Detailed computer models predicted that stars of a similar mass to the Sun would have a period toward the ends of their lives - called the asymptotic giant branch, or AGB - when they undergo a final burst of nuclear burning and puff off a lot of their mass in the form of gas and dust," the ESO said.
"The way in which stars evolve and end their lives was for many years considered to be well understood. Detailed computer models predicted that stars of a similar mass to the Sun would have a period toward the ends of their lives - called the asymptotic giant branch, or AGB - when they undergo a final burst of nuclear burning and puff off a lot of their mass in the form of gas and dust," the ESO said.
Thursday, May 30, 2013
Fake soul healer shocks Sufi oriented Valley | ummid.com
Fake soul healer shocks Sufi oriented Valley | ummid.com
Bhat had been running a sex racket in addition to abusing girls in his seminary, sources in the special investigating team (SIT) formed to probe the crime told IANS. He was believed to be supplying girls to people at resorts in the Valley besides inviting 'guests' to his seminary for sexual escapades.
Bhat had been running a sex racket in addition to abusing girls in his seminary, sources in the special investigating team (SIT) formed to probe the crime told IANS. He was believed to be supplying girls to people at resorts in the Valley besides inviting 'guests' to his seminary for sexual escapades.
Kerala welcomes its first seaplane | ummid.com
Kerala welcomes its first seaplane | ummid.com
Minister for Tourism A.P. Anil Kumar, accompanied by State Planning Board Vice Chairman K.M. Chandrasekhar and Tourism Secretary Suman Billa, formally received the aircraft as it touched down at the international airport here on its maiden flight to Kerala.
Minister for Tourism A.P. Anil Kumar, accompanied by State Planning Board Vice Chairman K.M. Chandrasekhar and Tourism Secretary Suman Billa, formally received the aircraft as it touched down at the international airport here on its maiden flight to Kerala.
Bride finds groom 'too dark', refuses to marry | ummid.com
Bride finds groom 'too dark', refuses to marry | ummid.com
The bride's family and other villagers gathered for the wedding were shocked by the woman's response, on seeing the man she was to marry for the first time. According to information available, the 'baraat' had come from Naseerabad Jamalpur Harayyiya village; all was well till the bride laid eyes on the groom just before the 'phere'. - See more at: http://www.ummid.com/news/2013/May/31.05.2013/bride_refuse_marriage.html#sthash.1B2GIhAg.dpuf
The bride's family and other villagers gathered for the wedding were shocked by the woman's response, on seeing the man she was to marry for the first time. According to information available, the 'baraat' had come from Naseerabad Jamalpur Harayyiya village; all was well till the bride laid eyes on the groom just before the 'phere'.
Indian embassy in Riyadh to process 12,000 more passes | ummid.com
Indian embassy in Riyadh to process 12,000 more passes | ummid.com
The Indian embassy in Riyadh will start the verification and delivery process of a third batch of 12,000 applications for emergency certificates sought by expatriate Indian workers in Saudi Arabia who want to leave that country for good.
The Indian embassy in Riyadh will start the verification and delivery process of a third batch of 12,000 applications for emergency certificates sought by expatriate Indian workers in Saudi Arabia who want to leave that country for good.
Congress hints at new alliance in Bihar | ummid.com
Congress hints at new alliance in Bihar | ummid.com
The statement from Shukla is bound to give sleepless nights to the Congress' long-time ally Rashtriya Janata Dal of Lalu Prasad. The announcement is likely to cause discomfiture even to the party's main rival at the national level, the Bharatiya Janata Party.
The statement from Shukla is bound to give sleepless nights to the Congress' long-time ally Rashtriya Janata Dal of Lalu Prasad. The announcement is likely to cause discomfiture even to the party's main rival at the national level, the Bharatiya Janata Party.
Manmohan Singh re-elected to Rajya Sabha | ummid.com
Manmohan Singh re-elected to Rajya Sabha | ummid.com
The AGP and BJP, who have nine and five legislators respectively in the present assembly, abstained from voting. After the decision of the AGP and BJP, the Congress needed only 38 votes each to win two seats.
The AGP and BJP, who have nine and five legislators respectively in the present assembly, abstained from voting. After the decision of the AGP and BJP, the Congress needed only 38 votes each to win two seats.
Government not serious about critical issues: Aruna Roy | ummid.com
Government not serious about critical issues: Aruna Roy | ummid.com
Roy, in her letter to NAC chairperson Sonia Gandhi, had said it was "extremely unfortunate" that the prime minister rejected NAC recommendations on payment of minimum wages to workers under the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Scheme (MGNREGS) and chose instead to appeal against the Karnataka High Court judgment ordering the payment of minimum wages to MGNREGS workers.
Roy, in her letter to NAC chairperson Sonia Gandhi, had said it was "extremely unfortunate" that the prime minister rejected NAC recommendations on payment of minimum wages to workers under the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Scheme (MGNREGS) and chose instead to appeal against the Karnataka High Court judgment ordering the payment of minimum wages to MGNREGS workers.
Improper touching of woman patient by doctor an offence: HC | ummid.com
Improper touching of woman patient by doctor an offence: HC | ummid.com
"Sexual advances or inappropriate touching of a patient by a medical practitioner is a grave breach of trust and an offence under Section 354 IPC of gravest form. Such a conduct from a medical practitioner is unacceptable and cannot be tolerated."
"Sexual advances or inappropriate touching of a patient by a medical practitioner is a grave breach of trust and an offence under Section 354 IPC of gravest form. Such a conduct from a medical practitioner is unacceptable and cannot be tolerated."
India, Thailand want FTA 'at the earliest' | ummid.com
India, Thailand want FTA 'at the earliest' | ummid.com
Stating that the trade and investment levels between both countries were yet to reach their full potential, Prime Minister Manmohan Singh, who is on his first bilateral visit to Thailand, said: "We have directed our ministers to quickly resolve the few outstanding issues to achieve a comprehensive and balanced India-Thailand Free Trade Agreement at the earliest." - See more at: http://www.ummid.com/news/2013/May/30.05.2013/india_thailand_fta.html#sthash.raC31Om7.dpuf
Stating that the trade and investment levels between both countries were yet to reach their full potential, Prime Minister Manmohan Singh, who is on his first bilateral visit to Thailand, said: "We have directed our ministers to quickly resolve the few outstanding issues to achieve a comprehensive and balanced India-Thailand Free Trade Agreement at the earliest."
After two decades, India, Thailand sign extradition treaty | ummid.com
After two decades, India, Thailand sign extradition treaty | ummid.com
With the signing of this treaty, India will push forward with its requests to Thailand for the extradition of criminals like fugitive Syed Musakir Mudassar Hussain alias Munna Zingada. Wanted in India for underworld activities, he is presently in a Thai prison for his involvement in the attack on underworld don Chhota Rajan here in 2001.
With the signing of this treaty, India will push forward with its requests to Thailand for the extradition of criminals like fugitive Syed Musakir Mudassar Hussain alias Munna Zingada. Wanted in India for underworld activities, he is presently in a Thai prison for his involvement in the attack on underworld don Chhota Rajan here in 2001.
Kagodu Thimmappa set to be new Karnataka speaker | ummid.com
Kagodu Thimmappa set to be new Karnataka speaker | ummid.com
The octogenarian, elected from Sagara in Shimoga district for the seventh term, submitted the papers to assembly secretary Omprakash in the presence of Chief Minister Siddaramaiah and Law and Parliamentary Affairs Minister T.B. Jayachandra. Sagara is about 350 km from Bangalore.
The octogenarian, elected from Sagara in Shimoga district for the seventh term, submitted the papers to assembly secretary Omprakash in the presence of Chief Minister Siddaramaiah and Law and Parliamentary Affairs Minister T.B. Jayachandra. Sagara is about 350 km from Bangalore.
Ban on bikini-clad mannequins: Mumbai civic body to decide Friday | ummid.com
Ban on bikini-clad mannequins: Mumbai civic body to decide Friday | ummid.com
Municipal Commissioner Sitaram Kunte is likely to announce the civic agency's policy on the issue Friday following recent demands by politicians to ban bikini-clad and other offensively attired mannequins, common all over Mumbai and other parts of the country.
Municipal Commissioner Sitaram Kunte is likely to announce the civic agency's policy on the issue Friday following recent demands by politicians to ban bikini-clad and other offensively attired mannequins, common all over Mumbai and other parts of the country.
Indian Bilal Habib among Unesco's young scientist award winners | ummid.com
Indian Bilal Habib among Unesco's young scientist award winners | ummid.com
The announcement was made by the International Co-coordinating Council of the Man and the Biosphere (MAB) Programme, which met at the Unesco headquarters May 27 to 30, Xinhua reported.
The announcement was made by the International Co-coordinating Council of the Man and the Biosphere (MAB) Programme, which met at the Unesco headquarters May 27 to 30, Xinhua reported.
CBSE results: Government schools outshine private schools in Delhi | ummid.com
CBSE results: Government schools outshine private schools in Delhi | ummid.com
The government schools had a pass percentage of 99.45 percent while the private and aided schools stood at 99.17 and 97.26 percent, respectively, a statement issued by the Delhi government said.
The government schools had a pass percentage of 99.45 percent while the private and aided schools stood at 99.17 and 97.26 percent, respectively, a statement issued by the Delhi government said.
Pioneer of women's studies Vina Mazumdar passes away | ummid.com
Pioneer of women's studies Vina Mazumdar passes away | ummid.com
Vina Mazumdar, chronicler of the Indian women's movement and pioneer of women's studies and one of the patrons of the India chapter of the international movement to campaign for academic and cultural boycott of Israel, passed away Thursday after a brief illness. She was 86.
Vina Mazumdar, chronicler of the Indian women's movement and pioneer of women's studies and one of the patrons of the India chapter of the international movement to campaign for academic and cultural boycott of Israel, passed away Thursday after a brief illness. She was 86.
Senior Congress leader joins TRS with two party MPs | ummid.com
Senior Congress leader joins TRS with two party MPs | ummid.com
Lok Sabha members G. Vivek and Manda Jagannatham and former Congress Working Committee (CWC) member K. Keshava Rao announced this after a meeting with TRS chief K. Chandrasekhara Rao here.
Lok Sabha members G. Vivek and Manda Jagannatham and former Congress Working Committee (CWC) member K. Keshava Rao announced this after a meeting with TRS chief K. Chandrasekhara Rao here.
Muslim girl students of Manipur to submit 'education charter' to centre | ummid.com
Muslim girl students of Manipur to submit 'education charter' to centre | ummid.com
Girl students of the minority Muslim community in strife-torn Manipur prepared a charter of education for their welfare and will be presenting it to central leaders for redressal in next two days.
Girl students of the minority Muslim community in strife-torn Manipur prepared a charter of education for their welfare and will be presenting it to central leaders for redressal in next two days.
Man dies after drinking three litres of cola a day | ummid.com
Man dies after drinking three litres of cola a day | ummid.com
According to the Daily Mail, Paul Inman of Haworth, West Yorkshire, would go out to buy the drink up to three times a day, and would also drink glasses of water to quench his thirst, the Bradford hearing was told.
According to the Daily Mail, Paul Inman of Haworth, West Yorkshire, would go out to buy the drink up to three times a day, and would also drink glasses of water to quench his thirst, the Bradford hearing was told.
CBSE Class 10 results out | ummid.com
CBSE Class 10 results out | ummid.com
The overall pass percentage in the Chennai region is 99.80, which is the highest among all regions in the country. Panchkula region ranks second with a pass percentage of 99.45 percent, followed by Ajmer with 99.38 percent, Bhubaneshwar with 99.37 percent, Patna with 99.30 percent, and Allahabad with 99.17 percent.
The overall pass percentage in the Chennai region is 99.80, which is the highest among all regions in the country. Panchkula region ranks second with a pass percentage of 99.45 percent, followed by Ajmer with 99.38 percent, Bhubaneshwar with 99.37 percent, Patna with 99.30 percent, and Allahabad with 99.17 percent.
Wednesday, May 29, 2013
Maharashtra HSC 2013 results today at 11.00 | ummid.com
Maharashtra HSC 2013 results today at 11.00 | ummid.com
Every thing is set today at the Maharashtra Board of Higher Secondary Education, Pune for the online declaration of the 2013 HSC exam results. About 1.5 million students from the 36 districts of the state had appeared for the Higher Secondary Certificate (class 12) or HSC exams held in February/March this year.
Every thing is set today at the Maharashtra Board of Higher Secondary Education, Pune for the online declaration of the 2013 HSC exam results. About 1.5 million students from the 36 districts of the state had appeared for the Higher Secondary Certificate (class 12) or HSC exams held in February/March this year.
Class 8 student gunned down in Lucknow | ummid.com
Class 8 student gunned down in Lucknow | ummid.com
Prima facie, police said this appeared to be a case of either mistaken identity or some family animosity. The 14-year-old Maaz lived with his two brothers, Faizan and Arzaan, at the house of his aunt Husna Bano at Faridinagar in Indiranagar. He was watching TV with the family when the gunmen knocked at the door. - See more at: http://www.ummid.com/news/2013/May/30.05.2013/class_8_stdnt_gunned_dwn.html#sthash.XXngSlVA.dpuf
Prima facie, police said this appeared to be a case of either mistaken identity or some family animosity. The 14-year-old Maaz lived with his two brothers, Faizan and Arzaan, at the house of his aunt Husna Bano at Faridinagar in Indiranagar. He was watching TV with the family when the gunmen knocked at the door.
India Post penalised for delaying Speed Post letter | ummid.com
India Post penalised for delaying Speed Post letter | ummid.com
The National Consumer Disputes Redressal Commission dismissed the pleas of head post master in Rajasthan's Alwar town and post master of Jaipur's Sitapura Industrial Area seeking a reduction in the Rs.20,000 penalty imposed on them and said: "We feel that Rs.20,000 can in no way compensate the respondent for the lost opportunity."
The National Consumer Disputes Redressal Commission dismissed the pleas of head post master in Rajasthan's Alwar town and post master of Jaipur's Sitapura Industrial Area seeking a reduction in the Rs.20,000 penalty imposed on them and said: "We feel that Rs.20,000 can in no way compensate the respondent for the lost opportunity."
Indian diaspora's painful past on a beautiful island | ummid.com
Indian diaspora's painful past on a beautiful island | ummid.com
The full IOC membership will meet for the 125th Session in Buenos Aires, Argentina from Sept 7-10 and will vote on which of the three sports to add to the 2020 Olympic programme in addition to the 25 core sports - plus golf and rugby sevens - proposed by the EB in February.
The full IOC membership will meet for the 125th Session in Buenos Aires, Argentina from Sept 7-10 and will vote on which of the three sports to add to the 2020 Olympic programme in addition to the 25 core sports - plus golf and rugby sevens - proposed by the EB in February.
Baseball, squash, wrestling shortlisted for 2020 Olympics | ummid.com
Baseball, squash, wrestling shortlisted for 2020 Olympics | ummid.com
The full IOC membership will meet for the 125th Session in Buenos Aires, Argentina from Sept 7-10 and will vote on which of the three sports to add to the 2020 Olympic programme in addition to the 25 core sports - plus golf and rugby sevens - proposed by the EB in February.
The full IOC membership will meet for the 125th Session in Buenos Aires, Argentina from Sept 7-10 and will vote on which of the three sports to add to the 2020 Olympic programme in addition to the 25 core sports - plus golf and rugby sevens - proposed by the EB in February.
On closer ties with India, Japan plays down China factor | ummid.com
On closer ties with India, Japan plays down China factor | ummid.com
Both countries have run into territorial difficulties with China. While Japan and China are locked in a stand-off on the ownership of the Senkaku (Diaoyu in Chinese) islands, India has territorial issues with China along its land border. Chinese troops had last month intruded 19 km inside Indian territory along the Line of Control (LOC) in the Ladakh sector.
Both countries have run into territorial difficulties with China. While Japan and China are locked in a stand-off on the ownership of the Senkaku (Diaoyu in Chinese) islands, India has territorial issues with China along its land border. Chinese troops had last month intruded 19 km inside Indian territory along the Line of Control (LOC) in the Ladakh sector.
Fresh violence in Myanmar; mosque, shops set on fire | ummid.com
Fresh violence in Myanmar; mosque, shops set on fire | ummid.com
Authorities imposed a curfew late on Tuesday in Lashio, about 700km northeast of Yangon, after a mob of 200 local residents surrounded a local police station demanding they hand over a Muslim detainee, Al Jazeera reported.
Authorities imposed a curfew late on Tuesday in Lashio, about 700km northeast of Yangon, after a mob of 200 local residents surrounded a local police station demanding they hand over a Muslim detainee, Al Jazeera reported.
British model has rare syndrome where she can't stand up | ummid.com
British model has rare syndrome where she can't stand up | ummid.com
Chelsey Reynolds, from Witham, Essex, who worked as a trainee nurse and part-time model, was diagnosed with Postural Tachycardia Syndrome (PoTS), which means that every time she stands up, her heart rate speeds up, causing her to pass out, the Daily Mail reported.
Chelsey Reynolds, from Witham, Essex, who worked as a trainee nurse and part-time model, was diagnosed with Postural Tachycardia Syndrome (PoTS), which means that every time she stands up, her heart rate speeds up, causing her to pass out, the Daily Mail reported.
God particle pioneers win Spanish award | ummid.com
God particle pioneers win Spanish award | ummid.com
Higgs, born in 1929, has a long and distinguished career as a physicist behind him and has won many awards, including the High Energy and Particle Physics Prizein 1997, the Wolf Prize in Physics in 2004 and the Nonino Prize in 2013. - See more at: http://www.ummid.com/news/2013/May/29.05.2013/god_particl_award.html#sthash.MgrNt4km.dpuf
Higgs, born in 1929, has a long and distinguished career as a physicist behind him and has won many awards, including the High Energy and Particle Physics Prizein 1997, the Wolf Prize in Physics in 2004 and the Nonino Prize in 2013.
100,000 Christians killed every year, says Vatican official | ummid.com
100,000 Christians killed every year, says Vatican official | ummid.com
Mario Toso, secretary of the Pontifical Council for Justice and Peace in the Vatican, said recently that discrimination against Christians "should be countered in the same way as anti-Semitism and Islamophobia".
Mario Toso, secretary of the Pontifical Council for Justice and Peace in the Vatican, said recently that discrimination against Christians "should be countered in the same way as anti-Semitism and Islamophobia".
Hate Speech: UP files petition against Varun Gandhi's acquittal | ummid.com
Hate Speech: UP files petition against Varun Gandhi's acquittal | ummid.com
A petition filed by Congress candidate V.M. Singh was earlier rejected by the Allahabad High Court. Gandhi had to spend 20 days in jail before he was released on bail and later won his Lok Sabha election on a BJP ticket from Pilibhit.
A petition filed by Congress candidate V.M. Singh was earlier rejected by the Allahabad High Court. Gandhi had to spend 20 days in jail before he was released on bail and later won his Lok Sabha election on a BJP ticket from Pilibhit.
Consider blind students' plea, SC tells Delhi University | ummid.com
Consider blind students' plea, SC tells Delhi University | ummid.com
The apex court bench of Justice B.S. Chauhan and Justice Dipak Misra said this as petitioner organisation Sambhavana's counsel Pankaj Sinha told the court that an affidavit filed by the university did not address the students' grievances.
The apex court bench of Justice B.S. Chauhan and Justice Dipak Misra said this as petitioner organisation Sambhavana's counsel Pankaj Sinha told the court that an affidavit filed by the university did not address the students' grievances.
BJP, Maoists work together in Chhattisgarh: Congress | ummid.com
BJP, Maoists work together in Chhattisgarh: Congress | ummid.com
"The BJP and the Maoists are working together to serve each others' purpose. The BJP has not responded to questions raised by us. They are silent because they have a vested interest," Congress spokesperson Bhakta Charan Das told reporters.
"The BJP and the Maoists are working together to serve each others' purpose. The BJP has not responded to questions raised by us. They are silent because they have a vested interest," Congress spokesperson Bhakta Charan Das told reporters.
Sharad Pawar's name dropped from Class 10 text books | ummid.com
Sharad Pawar's name dropped from Class 10 text books | ummid.com
Besides, the name of Raj Thackeray as the founder of Maharashtra Navnirman Sena (in 2006) is given prominently, though it is a much younger party compared to the NCP, he added.
Besides, the name of Raj Thackeray as the founder of Maharashtra Navnirman Sena (in 2006) is given prominently, though it is a much younger party compared to the NCP, he added.
Mohammad Ali Jauhar University granted minority status | ummid.com
Mohammad Ali Jauhar University granted minority status | ummid.com
In the 17-page judgment dated May 28, 2013, a copy of which is available with ummid.com, Justice M.S.A. Siddiqui, Chairman of the National commission for Minority Educational Institution (NCMEI) while granting the university the minority institution status said, "The Mohammad Ali Jauhar University, Rampur is a minority educational Institution within the meaning of Section 2(g) of the National Commission for Minority Educational Institutions Act. A certificate be issued accordingly."
In the 17-page judgment dated May 28, 2013, a copy of which is available with ummid.com, Justice M.S.A. Siddiqui, Chairman of the National commission for Minority Educational Institution (NCMEI) while granting the university the minority institution status said, "The Mohammad Ali Jauhar University, Rampur is a minority educational Institution within the meaning of Section 2(g) of the National Commission for Minority Educational Institutions Act. A certificate be issued accordingly."
Indian student in Saudi Arabia commits suicide | ummid.com
Indian student in Saudi Arabia commits suicide | ummid.com
Mir Ameer Ansari, otherwise described as an intelligent student, just couldn't come to terms with the fact that he failed in mathematics and took his own life in the city of Dammam in Saudi Arabia's Eastern Province, the Arab News reported Wednesday.
Mir Ameer Ansari, otherwise described as an intelligent student, just couldn't come to terms with the fact that he failed in mathematics and took his own life in the city of Dammam in Saudi Arabia's Eastern Province, the Arab News reported Wednesday.
Embrace education for progress, vice president tells Muslims | ummid.com
Embrace education for progress, vice president tells Muslims | ummid.com
"Education is the most important socio-economic challenge for the Muslim community. Its deficit is the biggest impediment to its (the Muslim community's) progress, prosperity and empowerment," Ansari said while inaugurating a two-day Muslim Education Conference organised by Maulana Azad Vichar Manch (MAVM) here.
"Education is the most important socio-economic challenge for the Muslim community. Its deficit is the biggest impediment to its (the Muslim community's) progress, prosperity and empowerment," Ansari said while inaugurating a two-day Muslim Education Conference organised by Maulana Azad Vichar Manch (MAVM) here.
Digital village - Government at people's doorsteps | ummid.com
Digital village - Government at people's doorsteps | ummid.com
"I would get any official certificate or permit from my panchayat office itself instead of visiting the block office or the SDM's (sub-divisional magistrate's) office or any other offices," Das, a resident of the Panisagar block in northern Tripura, told IANS, adding that all the residents of the block would get the facilities through the National Optical Fiber Network (NOFN).
"I would get any official certificate or permit from my panchayat office itself instead of visiting the block office or the SDM's (sub-divisional magistrate's) office or any other offices," Das, a resident of the Panisagar block in northern Tripura, told IANS, adding that all the residents of the block would get the facilities through the National Optical Fiber Network (NOFN).
Make sure your next mobile isn't a health hazard | ummid.com
Make sure your next mobile isn't a health hazard | ummid.com
One key aspect of mobile phone safety that most people are unaware of is its SAR or Specific Absorption Rate value. It is a measure of the amount of energy absorbed by the body when exposed to radio frequency (RF) electromagnetic waves such as those emitted by mobile phones.
One key aspect of mobile phone safety that most people are unaware of is its SAR or Specific Absorption Rate value. It is a measure of the amount of energy absorbed by the body when exposed to radio frequency (RF) electromagnetic waves such as those emitted by mobile phones.
Tuesday, May 28, 2013
Maoist attack linked to leadership change? | ummid.com
Maoist attack linked to leadership change? | ummid.com
One needs to ask why so many leading political leaders were allowed to go to a known Maoist bastion without adequate security cover. It should also be asked why intelligence agencies with their latest gadgets could not get any clue about the such a large gathering of Maoists to conduct such a meticulous operation.
One needs to ask why so many leading political leaders were allowed to go to a known Maoist bastion without adequate security cover. It should also be asked why intelligence agencies with their latest gadgets could not get any clue about the such a large gathering of Maoists to conduct such a meticulous operation.
12 die as bus falls into Maharashtra river | ummid.com
12 die as bus falls into Maharashtra river | ummid.com
The accident occurred around 7 a.m. when the Ahmedabad-Mumbai tourist bus and a truck collided near Kasa village, around 110 km north of Mumbai, an official from Palghar police said.
The accident occurred around 7 a.m. when the Ahmedabad-Mumbai tourist bus and a truck collided near Kasa village, around 110 km north of Mumbai, an official from Palghar police said.
AGP slams Rahul Gandhi after WikiLeaks revelation | ummid.com
AGP slams Rahul Gandhi after WikiLeaks revelation | ummid.com
Addressing a press conference at the party headquarters in Guwahati, AGP secretary Durga Das Boro said that the party was contemplating legal action against Rahul Gandhi for making such a comment on the Assam's regional party, which formed the government in the state for three terms since 1986.
Addressing a press conference at the party headquarters in Guwahati, AGP secretary Durga Das Boro said that the party was contemplating legal action against Rahul Gandhi for making such a comment on the Assam's regional party, which formed the government in the state for three terms since 1986.
Asia's biggest cruise liner docks in Goa | ummid.com
Asia's biggest cruise liner docks in Goa | ummid.com
Speaking to the media here, Captain Rajesh Saigal, senior general manager of J.M. Baxi and Company, which manages the logistics of this cruise in India, said: "There are 2,947 passengers from different countries and about 1,197 crew members with 1,500 cabins in this 311-metre long ship."
Speaking to the media here, Captain Rajesh Saigal, senior general manager of J.M. Baxi and Company, which manages the logistics of this cruise in India, said: "There are 2,947 passengers from different countries and about 1,197 crew members with 1,500 cabins in this 311-metre long ship."
Japanese scholar gets Padma Shri from PM | ummid.com
Japanese scholar gets Padma Shri from PM | ummid.com
Karashima was named for Padma Shri, the state's fourth highest civilian recognition, by the government this year for his contribution to the field of literature and education. Due to health reasons, he could not be in New Delhi in April to get the award from President Pranab Mukherjee - See more at: http://www.ummid.com/news/2013/May/28.05.2013/japnese_schlr_padma_shri.html#sthash.Pv2TvvX0.dpuf
Karashima was named for Padma Shri, the state's fourth highest civilian recognition, by the government this year for his contribution to the field of literature and education. Due to health reasons, he could not be in New Delhi in April to get the award from President Pranab Mukherjee.
Rahul Gandhi assures aid for drought-hit in Maharashtra | ummid.com
Rahul Gandhi assures aid for drought-hit in Maharashtra | ummid.com
Accompanied by Chief Minister Prithviraj Chavan, state Congress chief Manikrao Thakre, several cabinet ministers and officials, Gandhi also inspected works being carried out under the MNREGS and spoke to labourers reeling under acute water scarcity in the areas.
Accompanied by Chief Minister Prithviraj Chavan, state Congress chief Manikrao Thakre, several cabinet ministers and officials, Gandhi also inspected works being carried out under the MNREGS and spoke to labourers reeling under acute water scarcity in the areas.
170,000 Tripura CPI-M protestors arrested | ummid.com
170,000 Tripura CPI-M protestors arrested | ummid.com
Over 170,000 Communist Party of India-Marxist (CPI-M) leaders, members and supporters were arrested from more than 50 places in the state after participating in the 'Gana Satyagraha' (mass picketing), a police official said. - See more at: http://www.ummid.com/news/2013/May/28.05.2013/tripura_cpim_prts.html#sthash.Gvk1V2Mc.dpuf
Over 170,000 Communist Party of India-Marxist (CPI-M) leaders, members and supporters were arrested from more than 50 places in the state after participating in the 'Gana Satyagraha' (mass picketing), a police official said.
Stop viewing Kashmiri students with suspicion: Omar Abdullah | ummid.com
Stop viewing Kashmiri students with suspicion: Omar Abdullah | ummid.com
"Dheir Ayed, Durust Ayed (It happened late, but it finally happened right). I was worried about the delay in the setting up of the central university. I thank the United Progressive Alliance (UPA) chairperson and the prime minister for giving us two central universities.
"Dheir Ayed, Durust Ayed (It happened late, but it finally happened right). I was worried about the delay in the setting up of the central university. I thank the United Progressive Alliance (UPA) chairperson and the prime minister for giving us two central universities.
Denied JEE chance, blind CBSE topper opts for US varsity | ummid.com
Denied JEE chance, blind CBSE topper opts for US varsity | ummid.com
"I would love to pursue my studies in my country, but the depressing guidelines of IIT-JEE last year have made it impossible for blind students to appear in the JEE (joint entrance exam)," Kartik Sawhney, who scored 479 out of 500 in the Class 12 exam conducted by the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE), told IANS.
"I would love to pursue my studies in my country, but the depressing guidelines of IIT-JEE last year have made it impossible for blind students to appear in the JEE (joint entrance exam)," Kartik Sawhney, who scored 479 out of 500 in the Class 12 exam conducted by the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE), told IANS.
India in race to host World Table Tennis Team cup | ummid.com
India in race to host World Table Tennis Team cup | ummid.com
Table Tennis Federation of India (TTFI) secretary general Dhanraj Choudhary told IANS that the sport's governing body ITTF has shortlisted India to stage the prestigious event, considered second only to the World Championships.
Table Tennis Federation of India (TTFI) secretary general Dhanraj Choudhary told IANS that the sport's governing body ITTF has shortlisted India to stage the prestigious event, considered second only to the World Championships.
India in race to host World Table Tennis Team cup | ummid.com
India in race to host World Table Tennis Team cup | ummid.com
Table Tennis Federation of India (TTFI) secretary general Dhanraj Choudhary told IANS that the sport's governing body ITTF has shortlisted India to stage the prestigious event, considered second only to the World Championships.
Table Tennis Federation of India (TTFI) secretary general Dhanraj Choudhary told IANS that the sport's governing body ITTF has shortlisted India to stage the prestigious event, considered second only to the World Championships.
Police must account for Malegaon probe | ummid.com
Police must account for Malegaon probe | ummid.com
Under MCOCA legal measures can be taken against officers in such cases, and they can receive up to three years of imprisonment. With the NIA investigation report submitted to the court, will the police officers and judicial officers who built up what appears a false case against the Muslim youths now face this action?
Under MCOCA legal measures can be taken against officers in such cases, and they can receive up to three years of imprisonment. With the NIA investigation report submitted to the court, will the police officers and judicial officers who built up what appears a false case against the Muslim youths now face this action?
Total ban on tobacco products' ads favoured | ummid.com
Total ban on tobacco products' ads favoured | ummid.com
The consultation was organised by HRIDAY (Health Related Information Dissemination Amongst Youth) and Voluntary Health Association of India (VHAI) in collaboration with the health and family welfare ministry and the WHO Country Office for India.
The consultation was organised by HRIDAY (Health Related Information Dissemination Amongst Youth) and Voluntary Health Association of India (VHAI) in collaboration with the health and family welfare ministry and the WHO Country Office for India.
Indian sentenced to death in UAE | ummid.com
Indian sentenced to death in UAE | ummid.com
The court of first instance in Dubai found the accused, an accountant by profession, guilty of killing the woman by slitting her throat in her house at Bur Dubai here and then decamping with jewellery, the Khaleej Times reported Tuesday.
The court of first instance in Dubai found the accused, an accountant by profession, guilty of killing the woman by slitting her throat in her house at Bur Dubai here and then decamping with jewellery, the Khaleej Times reported Tuesday.
Akhilesh seeks UPA's support for Muslim reservation | ummid.com
Akhilesh seeks UPA's support for Muslim reservation | ummid.com
Addressing a press conference along with union Minister for Minority Welfare K. Rahman Khan here, Yadav said if the Congress-led United Progressive Alliance government made an effort in this direction, the Samajwadi Party (SP) would support it.
Addressing a press conference along with union Minister for Minority Welfare K. Rahman Khan here, Yadav said if the Congress-led United Progressive Alliance government made an effort in this direction, the Samajwadi Party (SP) would support it.
Its final, Maharashtra HSC results to be declared on May 30 | ummid.com
Its final, Maharashtra HSC results to be declared on May 30 | ummid.com
Providing a breather to about 1.5 million students, the Maharashtra state HSC board announced that the Higher Secondary Certificate (class 12) or HSC exam results will be declared on Thursday.
Providing a breather to about 1.5 million students, the Maharashtra state HSC board announced that the Higher Secondary Certificate (class 12) or HSC exam results will be declared on Thursday.
Rahul Gandhi visiting parched Maharashtra | ummid.com
Rahul Gandhi visiting parched Maharashtra | ummid.com
Gandhi was scheduled to visit the state Monday. However, his visit was postponed due to the Maoist attack on party leaders in Chhattisgarh Saturday in which about 30 people, including two senior leaders, were killed.
Gandhi was scheduled to visit the state Monday. However, his visit was postponed due to the Maoist attack on party leaders in Chhattisgarh Saturday in which about 30 people, including two senior leaders, were killed.
Maharashtra board yet to announce 2013 HSC results declaration date | ummid.com
Maharashtra board yet to announce 2013 HSC results declaration date | ummid.com
Even as about 1.5 million students who appeared for the Class 12 exams in February/March this year are anxiously waiting, the Maharashtra State Board of Secondary and Higher Secondary Education, Pune is completely silent on the exact date of the result announcement.
Even as about 1.5 million students who appeared for the Class 12 exams in February/March this year are anxiously waiting, the Maharashtra State Board of Secondary and Higher Secondary Education, Pune is completely silent on the exact date of the result announcement.
Australia named world's happiest nation | ummid.com
Australia named world's happiest nation | ummid.com
The OECD Better Life Index compares the well-being of 34 developed and emerging countries based on eleven categories including housing, income, jobs, education, life satisfaction and work-life balance, reported Xinhua.
The OECD Better Life Index compares the well-being of 34 developed and emerging countries based on eleven categories including housing, income, jobs, education, life satisfaction and work-life balance, reported Xinhua.
Monday, May 27, 2013
Plea in UP court on Ashwani Kumar, Bansal resignations | ummid.com
Plea in UP court on Ashwani Kumar, Bansal resignations | ummid.com
The explanation, he said, was needed because the removal of ministers was the sole prerogative of only the prime minister and the president. The claim that Congress president Sonia Gandhi was involved has led to a constitutional anomaly.
The explanation, he said, was needed because the removal of ministers was the sole prerogative of only the prime minister and the president. The claim that Congress president Sonia Gandhi was involved has led to a constitutional anomaly.
Fifty years after Nehru's death, his philosophy and family still govern India | ummid.com
Fifty years after Nehru's death, his philosophy and family still govern India | ummid.com
Since independence, two generations have gone by and now the third generation is hitting the threshold. The complexion of the country has changed radically. The population of the country has mushroomed five-folds; the number of states in India have more than doubled; so many political parties based on the castes and ethnicities and religious straits have mushroomed and even have significant following.
Since independence, two generations have gone by and now the third generation is hitting the threshold. The complexion of the country has changed radically. The population of the country has mushroomed five-folds; the number of states in India have more than doubled; so many political parties based on the castes and ethnicities and religious straits have mushroomed and even have significant following.
Microsoft challenge at Kochi Startup Village from May 29 | ummid.com
Microsoft challenge at Kochi Startup Village from May 29 | ummid.com
"Microsoft's choice of Startup Village as the host for the challenge is not just an acknowledgement of the tremendous strides we have made over the past one year, it also heralds the arrival of Kochi on India's entrepreneurial map," said Sijo Kuruvilla George, CEO of Startup Village.
"Microsoft's choice of Startup Village as the host for the challenge is not just an acknowledgement of the tremendous strides we have made over the past one year, it also heralds the arrival of Kochi on India's entrepreneurial map," said Sijo Kuruvilla George, CEO of Startup Village.
Reservation to Muslims after all legal hurdles removed: Maharashtra CM | ummid.com
Reservation to Muslims after all legal hurdles removed: Maharashtra CM | ummid.com
"We don't want our decision to be challenged as was done in the case of Andhra Pradesh and other states. We are committed to giving reservation to the Muslims. But a decision will be taken only after all legal hurdles are removed", Chavan said during a meeting with the delegation of Muslim Reservation Federation (MRF) at Varsha – his official residence, late in the evening on Monday.
"We don't want our decision to be challenged as was done in the case of Andhra Pradesh and other states. We are committed to giving reservation to the Muslims. But a decision will be taken only after all legal hurdles are removed", Chavan said during a meeting with the delegation of Muslim Reservation Federation (MRF) at Varsha – his official residence, late in the evening on Monday.
Pakistan's interim government to transfer power June 5 | ummid.com
Pakistan's interim government to transfer power June 5 | ummid.com
The elections for the speaker of National Assembly and deputy speaker will be held June 3 through secret ballot. Nizami said outgoing Speaker Dr. Fehmida Mirza will chair these sessions till the oath of the new Speaker of the House.
The elections for the speaker of National Assembly and deputy speaker will be held June 3 through secret ballot. Nizami said outgoing Speaker Dr. Fehmida Mirza will chair these sessions till the oath of the new Speaker of the House.
Kin of Indian girl with rare cancer in UAE needs money | ummid.com
Kin of Indian girl with rare cancer in UAE needs money | ummid.com
Martina Thomas, who will turn 12 June 4, started taking chemotharapy in Abu Dhabi a year ago after she was diagnosed with lymphoblastic leukemia, a form of childhood cancer symptomised by an abnormally high white blood-cell count, The National reported Monday.
Martina Thomas, who will turn 12 June 4, started taking chemotharapy in Abu Dhabi a year ago after she was diagnosed with lymphoblastic leukemia, a form of childhood cancer symptomised by an abnormally high white blood-cell count, The National reported Monday.
Chandy and Achuthanandan bat for UAE businessman Yusuf Ali | ummid.com
Chandy and Achuthanandan bat for UAE businessman Yusuf Ali | ummid.com
"The convention centre project land that he purchased was monitored by the centre and in between the high court also intervened and cleared it. The shopping mall also was a clean project. We will not allow him to withdraw from the project as it involves 4,000 new direct and 12,000 indirect jobs," Chandy said.
"The convention centre project land that he purchased was monitored by the centre and in between the high court also intervened and cleared it. The shopping mall also was a clean project. We will not allow him to withdraw from the project as it involves 4,000 new direct and 12,000 indirect jobs," Chandy said.
Two students commit suicide after getting low marks | ummid.com
Two students commit suicide after getting low marks | ummid.com
Two girls committed suicide by hanging themselves in their houses after they got low marks in their Class 12 exams Monday afternoon, police said.
Two girls committed suicide by hanging themselves in their houses after they got low marks in their Class 12 exams Monday afternoon, police said.
PM lands in Tokyo, says enormous potential for Indo-Japan relations | ummid.com
PM lands in Tokyo, says enormous potential for Indo-Japan relations | ummid.com
"India and Japan have a strategic and global partnership. There are enormous potentialities for further enriching our relationship, deepening it and brightening it in the economic relations, security relations, in all areas there is enormous potential for widening and strengthening our relationship with Japan," he told media after arriving at Tokyo's Haneda international airport Monday evening.
"India and Japan have a strategic and global partnership. There are enormous potentialities for further enriching our relationship, deepening it and brightening it in the economic relations, security relations, in all areas there is enormous potential for widening and strengthening our relationship with Japan," he told media after arriving at Tokyo's Haneda international airport Monday evening.
NIA probes Chhattisgarh attack, Antony rules out army role | ummid.com
NIA probes Chhattisgarh attack, Antony rules out army role | ummid.com
National Investigation Agency (NIA) members arrived in Chhattigarh's Sukma district and inspected the Dharbha Ghati Valley where the Maoists' attack on Congress leaders Saturday left nearly 30 people dead, including the party's state chief and the 'Salwa Judum' founder, an official said in Raipur.
National Investigation Agency (NIA) members arrived in Chhattigarh's Sukma district and inspected the Dharbha Ghati Valley where the Maoists' attack on Congress leaders Saturday left nearly 30 people dead, including the party's state chief and the 'Salwa Judum' founder, an official said in Raipur.
Khalid Mujahid's death and betrayal of Muslim politicians | ummid.com
Khalid Mujahid's death and betrayal of Muslim politicians | ummid.com
Moreover, the 70 elected Muslim MLAs of State and more than a dozen MPs (barring a few) are shamelessly hiding their faces. Their consciousness is totally dead, which is evident from the fact that none of the law makers have given any statement on this issue, what to talk about expressing solidarity with the deceased and his family and coming forward to speak for this just cause.
Moreover, the 70 elected Muslim MLAs of State and more than a dozen MPs (barring a few) are shamelessly hiding their faces. Their consciousness is totally dead, which is evident from the fact that none of the law makers have given any statement on this issue, what to talk about expressing solidarity with the deceased and his family and coming forward to speak for this just cause.
Paras Sharma of Delhi tops Class 12 CBSE exams | ummid.com
Paras Sharma of Delhi tops Class 12 CBSE exams | ummid.com
A student of commerce from Lancer Convent School, Rohini, north Delhi, Sharma scored a perfect 100 in mathematics, accountancy, economics and business studies and 95 in English. He scored 495 out of 500.
A student of commerce from Lancer Convent School, Rohini, north Delhi, Sharma scored a perfect 100 in mathematics, accountancy, economics and business studies and 95 in English. He scored 495 out of 500.
Uttar Pradesh govt's compensation to kin of Khalid Mujahid challenged | ummid.com
Uttar Pradesh govt's compensation to kin of Khalid Mujahid challenged | ummid.com
Challenging the ex-gratia payment by the state government, activist Nutan Thakur in her petition said that since Mujahid was an accused in terrorism-related offences, his family should not be granted compensation.
Challenging the ex-gratia payment by the state government, activist Nutan Thakur in her petition said that since Mujahid was an accused in terrorism-related offences, his family should not be granted compensation.
Uttar Pradesh govt's compensation to kin of Khalid Mujahid challenged | ummid.com
Uttar Pradesh govt's compensation to kin of Khalid Mujahid challenged | ummid.com
Challenging the ex-gratia payment by the state government, activist Nutan Thakur in her petition said that since Mujahid was an accused in terrorism-related offences, his family should not be granted compensation.
Challenging the ex-gratia payment by the state government, activist Nutan Thakur in her petition said that since Mujahid was an accused in terrorism-related offences, his family should not be granted compensation.
Students from abroad outperform Indians in CBSE Class XII exams | ummid.com
Students from abroad outperform Indians in CBSE Class XII exams | ummid.com
Students from abroad, including the Gulf region, have outperformed their India counterparts, recording a pass percentage of 95.18 in the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) exams for Class 12, the results for which were declared Monday.
Students from abroad, including the Gulf region, have outperformed their India counterparts, recording a pass percentage of 95.18 in the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) exams for Class 12, the results for which were declared Monday.
Maoist devils should be punished like Kasab, Afzal Guru: Thackeray | ummid.com
Maoist devils should be punished like Kasab, Afzal Guru: Thackeray | ummid.com
In an editorial piece in the party's mouthpiece Saamna, Thackeray condemned the Maoist attack in Chhattisgarh that virtually left the state Congress headless and said the treatment meted out to terrorists like Ajmal Amir Kasab and Afzal Guru should also extend to those responsible for Saturday's strike.
In an editorial piece in the party's mouthpiece Saamna, Thackeray condemned the Maoist attack in Chhattisgarh that virtually left the state Congress headless and said the treatment meted out to terrorists like Ajmal Amir Kasab and Afzal Guru should also extend to those responsible for Saturday's strike.
UP bus mishap: 19 bodies found, compensation announced | ummid.com
UP bus mishap: 19 bodies found, compensation announced | ummid.com
Meanwhile, the Uttar Pradesh State Transport Corporation (UPSRTC) has announced an ex-gratia payment of Rs.50,000 to those killed in the accident and Rs.5,000 each to those injured.
Meanwhile, the Uttar Pradesh State Transport Corporation (UPSRTC) has announced an ex-gratia payment of Rs.50,000 to those killed in the accident and Rs.5,000 each to those injured.
Sunday, May 26, 2013
Defining Terror: Why Oregon teen is not a terrorist? | ummid.com
Defining Terror: Why Oregon teen is not a terrorist? | ummid.com
If one should examine the mental health issues of any of these three alleged perpetrators, perhaps the two men who killed the soldier would provide better examples. One was lured into gang life and had a drug problem. He could be violent and spent time in a Kenyan prison cell where he was beaten and threatened with sexual abuse. The other also was tied to gangs and had nearly died after being stabbed in a robbery.
If one should examine the mental health issues of any of these three alleged perpetrators, perhaps the two men who killed the soldier would provide better examples. One was lured into gang life and had a drug problem. He could be violent and spent time in a Kenyan prison cell where he was beaten and threatened with sexual abuse. The other also was tied to gangs and had nearly died after being stabbed in a robbery.
Welfare Party's Andhra Pradesh unit launched | ummid.com
Welfare Party's Andhra Pradesh unit launched | ummid.com
Malik Mutasim Khan, president of Andhra Pradesh state unit of WPI, said the mainstream political parties should correct themselves, root out the evils plaguing the polity and serve people or should make way for other parties. - See more at: http://www.ummid.com/news/2013/May/26.05.2013/welfare_party_ap.html#sthash.tbwFw3aM.dpuf
Malik Mutasim Khan, president of Andhra Pradesh state unit of WPI, said the mainstream political parties should correct themselves, root out the evils plaguing the polity and serve people or should make way for other parties.
Maoist attack: India condemns rebels, resolves to combat extremism | ummid.com
Maoist attack: India condemns rebels, resolves to combat extremism | ummid.com
A shocked India Sunday condemned the attack on Congress leaders in Chhattisgarh that left nearly 30 people dead, including the party's state chief and the 'Salwa Judum' founder, and asserted that such attacks will not intimidate the country or affect its resolve to fight extremism.
A shocked India Sunday condemned the attack on Congress leaders in Chhattisgarh that left nearly 30 people dead, including the party's state chief and the 'Salwa Judum' founder, and asserted that such attacks will not intimidate the country or affect its resolve to fight extremism.
Arif Naseem denies 'sabotage', says in favour of Muslim reservation | ummid.com
Arif Naseem denies 'sabotage', says in favour of Muslim reservation | ummid.com
Maharashtra Minister of Minority Development Department Arif Naseem Khan Sunday vehemently denied any role in the banning of Muslim Reservation Federation's paidal-march to Mumbai's Azad Maidan.
Maharashtra Minister of Minority Development Department Arif Naseem Khan Sunday vehemently denied any role in the banning of Muslim Reservation Federation's paidal-march to Mumbai's Azad Maidan.
Turkmen capital enters Guinness World Records | ummid.com
Turkmen capital enters Guinness World Records | ummid.com
Earlier, the capital of Turkmenistan had at least four mentions in the Guinness World Records for the world's tallest flagpole (133 metres), largest fountain complex, largest architectural image of the star and the largest Ferris wheel in an enclosed architectural design. - See more at: http://www.ummid.com/news/2013/May/26.05.2013/turkmen_cap_in_gns_rcd.html#sthash.0L2avL9N.dpuf
Earlier, the capital of Turkmenistan had at least four mentions in the Guinness World Records for the world's tallest flagpole (133 metres), largest fountain complex, largest architectural image of the star and the largest Ferris wheel in an enclosed architectural design.
PM, Sonia meet Maoist attack victims in Chhattisgarh | ummid.com
PM, Sonia meet Maoist attack victims in Chhattisgarh | ummid.com
Prime Minister Manmohan Singh Sunday asserted that the Maoist attack on Congress leaders in Chhattisgarh will not weaken resolve to combat extremism as he and party chief Sonia Gandhi met the injured and families of the dead, which included two senior leaders.
Prime Minister Manmohan Singh Sunday asserted that the Maoist attack on Congress leaders in Chhattisgarh will not weaken resolve to combat extremism as he and party chief Sonia Gandhi met the injured and families of the dead, which included two senior leaders.
78-year-old Ummi Abdulla anchors Moplah food festival | ummid.com
78-year-old Ummi Abdulla anchors Moplah food festival | ummid.com
Offering a taster's portions of mouth watering starters -- arikadukka (mussels stuffed with seasoned rice mixture and cooked in shell), Malabar konchan porichathu (prawns marinated with traditional spices and deep fried), banana flower cutlet -- Abdulla said she learned professional cooking and started writing books only after her marriage and coming here from Kerala.
Offering a taster's portions of mouth watering starters -- arikadukka (mussels stuffed with seasoned rice mixture and cooked in shell), Malabar konchan porichathu (prawns marinated with traditional spices and deep fried), banana flower cutlet -- Abdulla said she learned professional cooking and started writing books only after her marriage and coming here from Kerala.
A Swedish varsity with over 100 Indian research tie-ups | ummid.com
A Swedish varsity with over 100 Indian research tie-ups | ummid.com
Cecilia Staalsby Lundborg, a professor who is coordinator for KI's collaboration with India, IANS: "The country is one of the world's most densely populated countries having one-sixth of the earth's population. It is undergoing a rapid economic development and is motivated by a robust innovative force...while large numbers continue to live in extreme poverty.
Cecilia Staalsby Lundborg, a professor who is coordinator for KI's collaboration with India, IANS: "The country is one of the world's most densely populated countries having one-sixth of the earth's population. It is undergoing a rapid economic development and is motivated by a robust innovative force...while large numbers continue to live in extreme poverty.
A Swedish varsity with over 100 Indian research tie-ups | ummid.com
A Swedish varsity with over 100 Indian research tie-ups | ummid.com
Cecilia Staalsby Lundborg, a professor who is coordinator for KI's collaboration with India, IANS: "The country is one of the world's most densely populated countries having one-sixth of the earth's population. It is undergoing a rapid economic development and is motivated by a robust innovative force...while large numbers continue to live in extreme poverty.
Cecilia Staalsby Lundborg, a professor who is coordinator for KI's collaboration with India, IANS: "The country is one of the world's most densely populated countries having one-sixth of the earth's population. It is undergoing a rapid economic development and is motivated by a robust innovative force...while large numbers continue to live in extreme poverty.
Bangalore College allows bearded student 'for now' | ummid.com
Bangalore College allows bearded student 'for now' | ummid.com
A city college which has created controversy last week by disallowing a student from attending classes becuase he was sporting a beard, bent after uproar by local community leaders, and allowed him to attend classes but 'temporary'. - See more at: http://www.ummid.com/news/2013/May/26.05.2013/bearded_stdnt_allowed_sdnt_fr_now.html#sthash.nfa6rKNd.dpuf
A city college which has created controversy last week by disallowing a student from attending classes becuase he was sporting a beard, bent after uproar by local community leaders, and allowed him to attend classes but 'temporary'.
Iraq may increase oil supply to India by 30 percent: Minister | ummid.com
Iraq may increase oil supply to India by 30 percent: Minister | ummid.com
"India has requested 80,000 barrels per day of additional crude oil supply. We will increase the supply depending on the availability," Iraq's Minister of Water Resources Mohanad Salman Alwan Al-Shaibani told IANS in an interview.
"India has requested 80,000 barrels per day of additional crude oil supply. We will increase the supply depending on the availability," Iraq's Minister of Water Resources Mohanad Salman Alwan Al-Shaibani told IANS in an interview.
"India has requested 80,000 barrels per day of additional crude oil supply. We will increase the supply depending on the availability," Iraq's Minister of Water Resources Mohanad Salman Alwan Al-Shaibani told IANS in an interview. - See more at: http://www.ummid.com/news/2013/May/26.05.2013/iraq_oil_to_india.html#sthash.UFhV1hSX.dpuf
Saturday, May 25, 2013
Maoists terror on Congress convoy: Death toll 16, party devastated | ummid.com
Maoists terror on Congress convoy: Death toll 16, party devastated | ummid.com
An over 100-strong group of Maoists Saturday attacked a Congress party convoy, carrying out a landmine blast and then opening fire, resulting in the death of 16 people, including two senior Congress leaders and injuries to 25 others.
An over 100-strong group of Maoists Saturday attacked a Congress party convoy, carrying out a landmine blast and then opening fire, resulting in the death of 16 people, including two senior Congress leaders and injuries to 25 others.
UAE minister ranked 67th among world's 100 powerful women | ummid.com
UAE minister ranked 67th among world's 100 powerful women | ummid.com
Sheikha Lubna bint Khalid Al Qasimi, the UAE's minister of development and international cooperation, has been ranked 67th among the world's powerful women in 2013 in an annual report by Forbes.
Sheikha Lubna bint Khalid Al Qasimi, the UAE's minister of development and international cooperation, has been ranked 67th among the world's powerful women in 2013 in an annual report by Forbes.
Maoists attack on Cong convoy leaves two killed, Shukla injured | ummid.com
Maoists attack on Cong convoy leaves two killed, Shukla injured | ummid.com
An over 100-strong group of Maoists Saturday attacked a Congress party convoy, carrying out a landmine blast and then opening fire, resulting in the death of two senior Congress leaders, including Mahendra Karma, and injuries to senior party leader V.C. Shukla.
An over 100-strong group of Maoists Saturday attacked a Congress party convoy, carrying out a landmine blast and then opening fire, resulting in the death of two senior Congress leaders, including Mahendra Karma, and injuries to senior party leader V.C. Shukla.
Myanmar imposes two child limit on Muslims, exempts Buddhists | ummid.com
Myanmar imposes two child limit on Muslims, exempts Buddhists | ummid.com
Authorities in Myanmar's western Rakhine state have imposed a two-child limit for Muslim Rohingya families, a policy that does not apply to Buddhists in the area, and comes amid accusations of ethnic cleansing in the aftermath of sectarian violence.
Authorities in Myanmar's western Rakhine state have imposed a two-child limit for Muslim Rohingya families, a policy that does not apply to Buddhists in the area, and comes amid accusations of ethnic cleansing in the aftermath of sectarian violence.
Killing of Khalid Mujahid and creeping police state | ummid.com
Killing of Khalid Mujahid and creeping police state | ummid.com
Where will all this end? Home Minister Shinde has talked of special courts to deal swiftly with such cases probably with an eye on 2014. But courts alone cannot sort out this issue. Sickness lies elsewhere. And it's not the problem of a community struggling on the margins of society. This creeping police state has emerged as the greatest threat to the idea of India.
Where will all this end? Home Minister Shinde has talked of special courts to deal swiftly with such cases probably with an eye on 2014. But courts alone cannot sort out this issue. Sickness lies elsewhere. And it's not the problem of a community struggling on the margins of society. This creeping police state has emerged as the greatest threat to the idea of India.
Religious structures, photos of deities in govt premises unconstitutional: HC told | ummid.com
Religious structures, photos of deities in govt premises unconstitutional: HC told | ummid.com
"Within the next six months, we need to bring out a workable research document for marketing space solar power to space-faring nations," Kalam said Friday at the 32nd International Space Development Conference (ISDC) in his acceptance speech on receiving the Wernher Von Braun Memorial Award in San Diego, USA.
"Within the next six months, we need to bring out a workable research document for marketing space solar power to space-faring nations," Kalam said Friday at the 32nd International Space Development Conference (ISDC) in his acceptance speech on receiving the Wernher Von Braun Memorial Award in San Diego, USA.
Abdul Kalam calls for space solar power research | ummid.com
Abdul Kalam calls for space solar power research | ummid.com
"Within the next six months, we need to bring out a workable research document for marketing space solar power to space-faring nations," Kalam said Friday at the 32nd International Space Development Conference (ISDC) in his acceptance speech on receiving the Wernher Von Braun Memorial Award in San Diego, USA.
"Within the next six months, we need to bring out a workable research document for marketing space solar power to space-faring nations," Kalam said Friday at the 32nd International Space Development Conference (ISDC) in his acceptance speech on receiving the Wernher Von Braun Memorial Award in San Diego, USA.
Vice President Hamid Ansari attends AU golden jubilee function | ummid.com
Vice President Hamid Ansari attends AU golden jubilee function | ummid.com
"India's relations with Africa are rooted in history... India's engagement with Africa has come a long way and today we have built a new template for partnership in the form of the India-Africa Forum Summit. Our partnership is guided by the vision and promise of our African partners of their priorities," an Indian ministry of external affairs official said ahead of the visit.
"India's relations with Africa are rooted in history... India's engagement with Africa has come a long way and today we have built a new template for partnership in the form of the India-Africa Forum Summit. Our partnership is guided by the vision and promise of our African partners of their priorities," an Indian ministry of external affairs official said ahead of the visit.
Foundation stone of National Inst of Design laid in Hyderabad | ummid.com
Foundation stone of National Inst of Design laid in Hyderabad | ummid.com
NID Hyderabad is one among the four NIDs being set up under the national design policy of 2007.
NID Hyderabad is one among the four NIDs being set up under the national design policy of 2007.
Helpline to be launched Sunday ahead of CBSE results | ummid.com
Helpline to be launched Sunday ahead of CBSE results | ummid.com
Available between from May 26 to June 2 between 10 a.m. to 7 p.m., 'Hopeline' -- 011- 65978181 has been launched by NGO Snehi. Students can also seek help online and the by sending their queries on hopeline98@gmail.com.
Available between from May 26 to June 2 between 10 a.m. to 7 p.m., 'Hopeline' -- 011- 65978181 has been launched by NGO Snehi. Students can also seek help online and the by sending their queries on hopeline98@gmail.com.
No decision on Modi as PM: BJP leader | ummid.com
No decision on Modi as PM: BJP leader | ummid.com
A decision on Gujarat Chief Minister Narendra Modi as the BJP's prime ministerial candidate will only be taken by the party's parliamentary board "when it is appropriate" and not when the national executive meets here next month, a BJP leader said Saturday. - See more at: http://www.ummid.com/news/2013/May/25.05.2013/bjp_on_modi_as_pm.html#sthash.JmBHfzwP.dpuf
A decision on Gujarat Chief Minister Narendra Modi as the BJP's prime ministerial candidate will only be taken by the party's parliamentary board "when it is appropriate" and not when the national executive meets here next month, a BJP leader said Saturday.
BJP demands halting of Nitaqat law in Saudi Arabia | ummid.com
BJP demands halting of Nitaqat law in Saudi Arabia | ummid.com
Jolly said: "The Indian government should have taken adequate steps well in advance to protect the Indian labour force working in Saudi Arabia the Foreign Ministry along with Ministry of Overseas Affairs has failed in its primary task."
Jolly said: "The Indian government should have taken adequate steps well in advance to protect the Indian labour force working in Saudi Arabia the Foreign Ministry along with Ministry of Overseas Affairs has failed in its primary task."
Omar confident of positive approach from new Pakistani leadership | ummid.com
Omar confident of positive approach from new Pakistani leadership | ummid.com
Addressing a public meeting at Chak Mohammad Yar, about 25 km west of Jammu, Abdullah said: "A healthy change in the mindset of politicians in Pakistan towards Kashmir issue and India-Pakistani relations has also been clearly observed during the recent electioneering process in that country." - See more at: http://www.ummid.com/news/2013/May/25.05.2013/omar_on_pak_ldrshp.html#sthash.sLXz0qgB.dpuf
Addressing a public meeting at Chak Mohammad Yar, about 25 km west of Jammu, Abdullah said: "A healthy change in the mindset of politicians in Pakistan towards Kashmir issue and India-Pakistani relations has also been clearly observed during the recent electioneering process in that country."
Scientists develop 'skin' for robots | ummid.com
Scientists develop 'skin' for robots | ummid.com
The European Union-funded project 'Skin-based technologies and capabilities for safe, autonomous and interactive robots' (ROBOSKIN) developed new sensor technologies and management systems which give robots an artificial sense of touch, until now an elusive quality in robotics. - See more at: http://www.ummid.com/news/2013/May/25.05.2013/sceintst_on_skin_rbt.html#sthash.R3jF78sx.dpuf
The new capabilities, and a production system for building touch-sensitivity into different robots, will improve the way robots work in unconstrained settings, as well as their ability to communicate and cooperate with each other and with humans, reports Science Daily.
Scramble to help Indians hit by Saudi work policy | ummid.com
Scramble to help Indians hit by Saudi work policy | ummid.com
The Indian minister's visit comes when the Indian Embassy in Riyadh and the consulate in Jeddah and other centres in Dammam and the Eastern Province have issued a second lot of 27,000 Emergency Certificates to enable Indian citizens to leave Saudi Arabia for home.
The Indian minister's visit comes when the Indian Embassy in Riyadh and the consulate in Jeddah and other centres in Dammam and the Eastern Province have issued a second lot of 27,000 Emergency Certificates to enable Indian citizens to leave Saudi Arabia for home.
UPA-II anniversary: No honest appraisal | ummid.com
UPA-II anniversary: No honest appraisal | ummid.com
The jury is out, however, on the question whether the poll surveys indicate a present-day urban bias against the Congress-led alliance rather than a genuine countrywide reality. Sonia Gandhi's comment to mediapersons during the celebrations - "you Dilliwalas know nothing about the feelings of the people" - underlines the divide.
The jury is out, however, on the question whether the poll surveys indicate a present-day urban bias against the Congress-led alliance rather than a genuine countrywide reality. Sonia Gandhi's comment to mediapersons during the celebrations - "you Dilliwalas know nothing about the feelings of the people" - underlines the divide.
Friction in Congress as Chandy, Chennithala camps spar | ummid.com
Friction in Congress as Chandy, Chennithala camps spar | ummid.com
The media hype has added to the speculation with nearly a dozen TV channels and others leading people to believe that Chennithala would be inducted into the cabinet once he finished his statewide campaign May 18, the second anniversary of the Congress-led government. Tension grew with talk that he wanted the home portfolio.
The media hype has added to the speculation with nearly a dozen TV channels and others leading people to believe that Chennithala would be inducted into the cabinet once he finished his statewide campaign May 18, the second anniversary of the Congress-led government. Tension grew with talk that he wanted the home portfolio.
15 Pakistani kids die in school van cylinder blast | ummid.com
15 Pakistani kids die in school van cylinder blast | ummid.com
Many vehicles in Pakistan are powered by compressed natural gas due to its cheap price. Due to poor manufacturing quality of gas cylinders, gas cylinder blasts frequently occur in the country.
Many vehicles in Pakistan are powered by compressed natural gas due to its cheap price. Due to poor manufacturing quality of gas cylinders, gas cylinder blasts frequently occur in the country.
Friday, May 24, 2013
'India's growth strategy has lessons for developing nations' | ummid.com
'India's growth strategy has lessons for developing nations' | ummid.com
In a new book, Jagdish Bhagwati senior fellow at Council on Foreign Relations (CFR) and Arvind Panagariya, Columbia University professor, demonstrate how growth was the strategy successfully deployed to reduce poverty in India.
In a new book, Jagdish Bhagwati senior fellow at Council on Foreign Relations (CFR) and Arvind Panagariya, Columbia University professor, demonstrate how growth was the strategy successfully deployed to reduce poverty in India.
Whose cat is beautiful: Chechen leader vs TV celebrity | ummid.com
Whose cat is beautiful: Chechen leader vs TV celebrity | ummid.com
"Tina Kandelaki is a friend, but the truth is more important. My cat is 100 times more beautiful," he said. Kandelaki, a TV celebrity, responded by asking her followers to vote on Instagram for her cat - Brazil.
"Tina Kandelaki is a friend, but the truth is more important. My cat is 100 times more beautiful," he said. Kandelaki, a TV celebrity, responded by asking her followers to vote on Instagram for her cat - Brazil.
Female bishops by 2015: Church of England | ummid.com
Female bishops by 2015: Church of England | ummid.com
The proposals, backed by both archbishops, offer a nearly complete victory for the female clergy and their supporters outraged by the failure of the earlier legislation, The Guardian reported.
The proposals, backed by both archbishops, offer a nearly complete victory for the female clergy and their supporters outraged by the failure of the earlier legislation, The Guardian reported.
Two held over Pakistani plane's mid-air alert | ummid.com
Two held over Pakistani plane's mid-air alert | ummid.com
According to a BBC correspondent, there was a suggestion that there had been threats on board during the flight, involving some sort of weapon or bomb - although this had not been confirmed.
According to a BBC correspondent, there was a suggestion that there had been threats on board during the flight, involving some sort of weapon or bomb - although this had not been confirmed.
NHRC issues notice to IP University for exam goof up | ummid.com
NHRC issues notice to IP University for exam goof up | ummid.com
The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) Friday issued notice to Delhi's Guru Govind Singh Indraprastha University for an anomaly in its admission exams in which aspirants were allotted an examination centre which had been shut for the past 10 years.
The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) Friday issued notice to Delhi's Guru Govind Singh Indraprastha University for an anomaly in its admission exams in which aspirants were allotted an examination centre which had been shut for the past 10 years.
Woolwich killing: BBC editor apologises for Muslim remark | ummid.com
Woolwich killing: BBC editor apologises for Muslim remark | ummid.com
Nick Robinson, the BBC's political editor, Friday apologised for directly quoting a Whitehall source who described the Woolwich killers as being "of Muslim appearance".
Nick Robinson, the BBC's political editor, Friday apologised for directly quoting a Whitehall source who described the Woolwich killers as being "of Muslim appearance".
Govt. plan to establish minority universities faces legal hurdles | ummid.com
Govt. plan to establish minority universities faces legal hurdles | ummid.com
The committee, headed by Indian Council of Social Science Research chairman Sukhadeo Thorat, has suggested that the institutions be set up as central universities with their focus on minorities, instead of minority institutions as proposed, The Telegraph said in a report Wednesday.
The committee, headed by Indian Council of Social Science Research chairman Sukhadeo Thorat, has suggested that the institutions be set up as central universities with their focus on minorities, instead of minority institutions as proposed, The Telegraph said in a report Wednesday.
CBSE Class 12 results Monday | ummid.com
CBSE Class 12 results Monday | ummid.com
The results will also be available through interactive voice response system (IVRS) at a charge of Re.0.30 per minute. The numbers will be available on CBSE website.
The results will also be available through interactive voice response system (IVRS) at a charge of Re.0.30 per minute. The numbers will be available on CBSE website.
Alcohol sales, ads further restricted in Turkey | ummid.com
Alcohol sales, ads further restricted in Turkey | ummid.com
The government says the law is aimed at protecting Turkey's youth from the harms of alcohol but secularist opponents accuse the Islamic-rooted ruling party of gradually imposing an Islamic agenda.
The government says the law is aimed at protecting Turkey's youth from the harms of alcohol but secularist opponents accuse the Islamic-rooted ruling party of gradually imposing an Islamic agenda.
India-China border issue a colonial heritage: Russian envoy | ummid.com
India-China border issue a colonial heritage: Russian envoy | ummid.com
"The border problem was not created by India. It is a heritage of colonial times when borders were not defined," Kadakin said, speaking of the recent standoff between the Indian armed forces and the Chinese People's Liberation Army, whose soldiers had erected tents deep inside Indian territory along the India-China border. - See more at: http://www.ummid.com/news/2013/May/24.05.2013/russia_on_india_china_brdr.html#sthash.uta9IpHZ.dpuf
"The border problem was not created by India. It is a heritage of colonial times when borders were not defined," Kadakin said, speaking of the recent standoff between the Indian armed forces and the Chinese People's Liberation Army, whose soldiers had erected tents deep inside Indian territory along the India-China border.
Saudi girl students win eight awards at Intel International tech fair | ummid.com
Saudi girl students win eight awards at Intel International tech fair | ummid.com
Saudi high school students have recently received eight awards at the annual Intel International Science and Engineering Fair, (Intel ISEF), in Phoenix, Arizona. The Saudi team ranked third globally behind the Canadian and American teams, attaining the same ranking as their Chinese counterparts, according to Arab News.
Saudi high school students have recently received eight awards at the annual Intel International Science and Engineering Fair, (Intel ISEF), in Phoenix, Arizona. The Saudi team ranked third globally behind the Canadian and American teams, attaining the same ranking as their Chinese counterparts, according to Arab News.
In heat-wave conditions, Punjab politics gets hotter | ummid.com
In heat-wave conditions, Punjab politics gets hotter | ummid.com
Mincing no words, Badal added: "The Congress is no longer a stakeholder in Punjab. We had always maintained that Amarinder Singh would do to the Congress in Punjab what Mr. Sidharath Shankar Ray had done to the Congress in West Bengal in the 1970s.
Mincing no words, Badal added: "The Congress is no longer a stakeholder in Punjab. We had always maintained that Amarinder Singh would do to the Congress in Punjab what Mr. Sidharath Shankar Ray had done to the Congress in West Bengal in the 1970s.
High hopes of CM and Congress making Bangalore better | ummid.com
High hopes of CM and Congress making Bangalore better | ummid.com
"If Bangalore degenerates, then Karnataka will be hurt and he will not be able to execute his ambitious programme for the state. Also let us remember there is a Lok Sabha election in 2014. The citizens of Bangalore are articulate, have high expectations and will not easily accept any more destruction of their city," Pai said.
"If Bangalore degenerates, then Karnataka will be hurt and he will not be able to execute his ambitious programme for the state. Also let us remember there is a Lok Sabha election in 2014. The citizens of Bangalore are articulate, have high expectations and will not easily accept any more destruction of their city," Pai said.
Khalid Mujahid: War on terror continues to terrorize | ummid.com
Khalid Mujahid: War on terror continues to terrorize | ummid.com
Good luck to the UPA as it attempts to put a positive spin on its nine years in power. But let me insert here a word of caution about the manner in which its war on terror is causing the world's second largest Muslim population to be dangerously alienated from the state.
Good luck to the UPA as it attempts to put a positive spin on its nine years in power. But let me insert here a word of caution about the manner in which its war on terror is causing the world's second largest Muslim population to be dangerously alienated from the state.
Free school for Sikhs approved in British city | ummid.com
Free school for Sikhs approved in British city | ummid.com
A free school to cater to members of the Sikh community has been approved in the British city of Leicester. Leicestershire's education department has approved a bid put forward by nine gurdwara leaders for a school especially for Sikh students, the Leicester Mercury reported.
A free school to cater to members of the Sikh community has been approved in the British city of Leicester. Leicestershire's education department has approved a bid put forward by nine gurdwara leaders for a school especially for Sikh students, the Leicester Mercury reported.
Thursday, May 23, 2013
Buying into Islamic Economy to combat Wesetern consumerism | ummid.com
Buying into Islamic Economy to combat Wesetern consumerism | ummid.com
They see Western consumerism as inextricably linked to a rash of imported social ills, from greater sexual promiscuity to increased alcohol consumption, and believe Islamic consumerism can be a counterweight. Successful Islamic products range from celebrity preachers raking in money with live shows to RomantISLAM, a text-message service that gives relationship advice with Koranic references.
They see Western consumerism as inextricably linked to a rash of imported social ills, from greater sexual promiscuity to increased alcohol consumption, and believe Islamic consumerism can be a counterweight. Successful Islamic products range from celebrity preachers raking in money with live shows to RomantISLAM, a text-message service that gives relationship advice with Koranic references.
Rare birth of mega-galaxy captured by space telescope | ummid.com
Rare birth of mega-galaxy captured by space telescope | ummid.com
Follow-up studies by other telescopes, including NASA's Hubble and Spitzer space telescopes, confirmed that two galaxies, "located about 11 billion light-years from Earth, during a time when our universe was about three billion years old", were "intertwined and furiously making stars" at a rate of about 2,000 stars a year, NASA said in a statement.
Follow-up studies by other telescopes, including NASA's Hubble and Spitzer space telescopes, confirmed that two galaxies, "located about 11 billion light-years from Earth, during a time when our universe was about three billion years old", were "intertwined and furiously making stars" at a rate of about 2,000 stars a year, NASA said in a statement.
Ecuadorian satellite escapes collision with Russian rocket | ummid.com
Ecuadorian satellite escapes collision with Russian rocket | ummid.com
The US-based Joint Space Operations Center, which had alerted EXA to the possible threat to Pegaso, informed the Ecuadorian agency Thursday that the Russian wreckage did not hit the satellite head-on.
The US-based Joint Space Operations Center, which had alerted EXA to the possible threat to Pegaso, informed the Ecuadorian agency Thursday that the Russian wreckage did not hit the satellite head-on.
'Trailblazer' 'Sri' Srinivasan creates history as top US judge | ummid.com
'Trailblazer' 'Sri' Srinivasan creates history as top US judge | ummid.com
Srinivasan, 46, currently principal deputy solicitor general of the US, was Thursday confirmed by the Senate by a 97 to 0 vote, as a judge on the US Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit, often called the nation's second-highest court. - See more at: http://www.ummid.com/news/2013/May/24.05.2013/srinvasan_cnfrd_as_us_judge.html#sthash.5EvuulaR.dpuf
Srinivasan, 46, currently principal deputy solicitor general of the US, was Thursday confirmed by the Senate by a 97 to 0 vote, as a judge on the US Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit, often called the nation's second-highest court
Cabinet approves classical language status for Malayalam | ummid.com
Cabinet approves classical language status for Malayalam | ummid.com
Filmed by director duo Jaydip Mukherjee and Aloke Banerjee, the documentary will focus on Shalom Israel, caretaker of the Jewish cemetery and the juniormost of the now remaining 26 Jews of the city.
Filmed by director duo Jaydip Mukherjee and Aloke Banerjee, the documentary will focus on Shalom Israel, caretaker of the Jewish cemetery and the juniormost of the now remaining 26 Jews of the city.
Anti-tax agitation called off in Maharashtra after Chavan's assurance | ummid.com
Anti-tax agitation called off in Maharashtra after Chavan's assurance | ummid.com
Following the assurances by the chief minister, all trade bodies officially withdrew their month-long agitation which was marked by processions, sit-ins, strike and shutdowns, across the state, including Mumbai. - See more at: http://www.ummid.com/news/2013/May/23.05.2013/anti_tax_prtst_in_maha.html#sthash.B38QLQGk.dpuf
Following the assurances by the chief minister, all trade bodies officially withdrew their month-long agitation which was marked by processions, sit-ins, strike and shutdowns, across the state, including Mumbai.
Amid exodus, Saudi company holds recruitment drive for Nitaqat-hit Indiansi | ummid.com
Amid exodus, Saudi company holds recruitment drive for Nitaqat-hit Indiansi | ummid.com
He said it was a good opportunity for Indian workers to legalise their residency status and change their sponsors after the Saudi government implemented the Nitaqat or Saudisation policy, which makes it mandatory for all Saudi companies to reserve 10 percent of jobs for Saudis.
He said it was a good opportunity for Indian workers to legalise their residency status and change their sponsors after the Saudi government implemented the Nitaqat or Saudisation policy, which makes it mandatory for all Saudi companies to reserve 10 percent of jobs for Saudis.
Varun Gandhi's acquittal in hate speech case worrisome: Akhilesh told in Mumbai | ummid.com
Varun Gandhi's acquittal in hate speech case worrisome: Akhilesh told in Mumbai | ummid.com
They also discussed with the visiting Chief Minister various issues concerning the Muslim community including recent death of Khalid Mujahid, brutal attack on Khalid Mujahid's counsel Advocate Mohammad Saleem, murder of ASP Ziaul Haq and a series of communal riots which took place in the state. - See more at: http://www.ummid.com/news/2013/May/23.05.2013/akhilesh_in_mumbai_muslims.html#sthash.X3fmppqH.dpuf
They also discussed with the visiting Chief Minister various issues concerning the Muslim community including recent death of Khalid Mujahid, brutal attack on Khalid Mujahid's counsel Advocate Mohammad Saleem, murder of ASP Ziaul Haq and a series of communal riots which took place in the state.
UPA Report Card: Tenfold increase in minority welfare spending | ummid.com
UPA Report Card: Tenfold increase in minority welfare spending | ummid.com
The government spending on centrally sponsored schemes for minorities went up from Rs.143.53 crore in 2006-07 to Rs.1,593.23 crore in 2012-13, it said, adding that 15 percent of all priority sector lending from banks now reaches minorities to help them start and expand small businesses.
The government spending on centrally sponsored schemes for minorities went up from Rs.143.53 crore in 2006-07 to Rs.1,593.23 crore in 2012-13, it said, adding that 15 percent of all priority sector lending from banks now reaches minorities to help them start and expand small businesses.
The government spending on centrally sponsored schemes for minorities went up from Rs.143.53 crore in 2006-07 to Rs.1,593.23 crore in 2012-13, it said, adding that 15 percent of all priority sector lending from banks now reaches minorities to help them start and expand small businesses. - See more at: http://www.ummid.com/news/2013/May/23.05.2013/upa_on_minrty_schm.html#sthash.XQxQVFk7.dpuf
An Indian heart beats for Pakistani now | ummid.com
An Indian heart beats for Pakistani now | ummid.com
He was repeatedly admitted to several hospitals in Pakistan with breathing difficulty, poor urine output and swelling in the body, and doctors advised Ashmi's family that his only chance of survival was a heart transplant.
He was repeatedly admitted to several hospitals in Pakistan with breathing difficulty, poor urine output and swelling in the body, and doctors advised Ashmi's family that his only chance of survival was a heart transplant.
Over 55K Indians face deportation from Saudi Arabia: Khurshid | ummid.com
Over 55K Indians face deportation from Saudi Arabia: Khurshid | ummid.com
He said he is leaving on a two-day visit to Saudi Arabia to meet his counterpart Faisal Al Saud and other dignitaries and discuss various bilateral matters including problems of Indian workers due to the "Nitaqat" policy under which all companies are required to provide 10 percent of jobs to Saudi youth.
He said he is leaving on a two-day visit to Saudi Arabia to meet his counterpart Faisal Al Saud and other dignitaries and discuss various bilateral matters including problems of Indian workers due to the "Nitaqat" policy under which all companies are required to provide 10 percent of jobs to Saudi youth.
Adil, Tanvi enter junior tennis semis | ummid.com
Adil, Tanvi enter junior tennis semis | ummid.com
Kalyanpur, ranked 91 on the ATF list and the second seed, clinically demolished an error-prone S.M. Addhtiya of Tamil Nadu 6-3, 6-2 while Hattangadi with an ATF rankng of 19, proved too good for Megha Muthukumar (Tamil Nadu) while winning 6-1, 6-0. - See more at: http://www.ummid.com/news/2013/May/23.05.2013/adil_tanveer_in_semis.html#sthash.S5tYRz7f.dpuf
Kalyanpur, ranked 91 on the ATF list and the second seed, clinically demolished an error-prone S.M. Addhtiya of Tamil Nadu 6-3, 6-2 while Hattangadi with an ATF rankng of 19, proved too good for Megha Muthukumar (Tamil Nadu) while winning 6-1, 6-0.
Delhi's iconic Signature Bridge to be ready in 2014 | ummid.com
Delhi's iconic Signature Bridge to be ready in 2014 | ummid.com
The capital, which has so far basked in the glory of historic monuments and edifices built by the Mughals and Edward Lutyens, will boast of an iconic structure of its own in the form of the Signature Bridge - a cable-supported steel bridge spanning the Yamuna river - which is set to be ready by September 2014.
The capital, which has so far basked in the glory of historic monuments and edifices built by the Mughals and Edward Lutyens, will boast of an iconic structure of its own in the form of the Signature Bridge - a cable-supported steel bridge spanning the Yamuna river - which is set to be ready by September 2014.
Bihar to spend Rs.17 crore on 200 police dogs | ummid.com
Bihar to spend Rs.17 crore on 200 police dogs | ummid.com
All the dogs will be sent to train with the army, para military forces and police in various parts of the country.
All the dogs will be sent to train with the army, para military forces and police in various parts of the country.
Muslim Reservation March crosses halfway mark, 06 marchers fall ill | ummid.com
Muslim Reservation March crosses halfway mark, 06 marchers fall ill | ummid.com
Braving intense heat and soaring temperature the 'Muslim Reservation March' crossed the halfway mark to Mumbai and reached Kasara on Thursday. The 'Paidal March' which started from Malegaon last Friday has covered a distance of around 165 kms so far in seven days.
Braving intense heat and soaring temperature the 'Muslim Reservation March' crossed the halfway mark to Mumbai and reached Kasara on Thursday. The 'Paidal March' which started from Malegaon last Friday has covered a distance of around 165 kms so far in seven days.
For one under pressure, Manmohan is confidence personified | ummid.com
For one under pressure, Manmohan is confidence personified | ummid.com
Nothing in his body language betrayed the slightest indication that the 80-year-old economist-turned-politician may be feeling the heat of pressure cooker politics, with a bitter Lok Sabha battle barely a year away. Of course, Manmohan Singh is a poor communicator, and that came out in the way he read out his speech to mark nine years of UPA.
Nothing in his body language betrayed the slightest indication that the 80-year-old economist-turned-politician may be feeling the heat of pressure cooker politics, with a bitter Lok Sabha battle barely a year away. Of course, Manmohan Singh is a poor communicator, and that came out in the way he read out his speech to mark nine years of UPA.
Indian-origin boy wins 2013 National Geographic contest | ummid.com
Indian-origin boy wins 2013 National Geographic contest | ummid.com
A seventh grader from King Philip Regional Middle School in Norfolk, Massachusetts, in the US, he won the 25th edition of the bee in a heated final against 13-year-old Conrad Oberhaus of Lincolnshire, Illinois.
A seventh grader from King Philip Regional Middle School in Norfolk, Massachusetts, in the US, he won the 25th edition of the bee in a heated final against 13-year-old Conrad Oberhaus of Lincolnshire, Illinois.
Japanese climber, 80, becomes oldest atop Everest | ummid.com
Japanese climber, 80, becomes oldest atop Everest | ummid.com
"He climbed the world's highest mountain at 9.15 a.m. this morning securing a new title," said Gyanendra Shrestha, an official at mountaineering department of Nepal's ministry of tourism and civil aviation. - See more at: http://www.ummid.com/news/2013/May/23.05.2013/japanese_climbr_oldest.html#sthash.5eXWu8YL.dpuf
"He climbed the world's highest mountain at 9.15 a.m. this morning securing a new title," said Gyanendra Shrestha, an official at mountaineering department of Nepal's ministry of tourism and civil aviation.
Wednesday, May 22, 2013
Qaiser Shamim elected new Chairman of Central Haj Committee of India | ummid.com
Qaiser Shamim elected new Chairman of Central Haj Committee of India | ummid.com
Qaiser Shamim, a former IRS officer, has been elected new Chairman of the Central Haj Committee of India in a meeting of the Haj Committee members held at India Islamic Cultural Centre Wednesday. - See more at: http://www.ummid.com/news/2013/May/23.05.2013/qaiser_shamim_haj_com_chrmn.html#sthash.RB5V4R0S.dpuf
Qaiser Shamim, a former IRS officer, has been elected new Chairman of the Central Haj Committee of India in a meeting of the Haj Committee members held at India Islamic Cultural Centre Wednesday.
Bangladesh's Green Radio heralds new era of environment education | ummid.com
Bangladesh's Green Radio heralds new era of environment education | ummid.com
Targeted at the youth, the initiative relates environmental stories sans the jargon from 7.15 a.m. to 8 a.m. every day through its programmes Green Hour, which is research based, and Green News, a daily update on the environment. Broadcast from Dhaka, the programme is relayed by the other seven 89.6 FM stations to ensure country-wide coverage.
Targeted at the youth, the initiative relates environmental stories sans the jargon from 7.15 a.m. to 8 a.m. every day through its programmes Green Hour, which is research based, and Green News, a daily update on the environment. Broadcast from Dhaka, the programme is relayed by the other seven 89.6 FM stations to ensure country-wide coverage.
Punjab orders probe into 'vulgar' school books | ummid.com
Punjab orders probe into 'vulgar' school books | ummid.com
Punjab Education Minister S.S. Maluka inspected the books supplied to the schools in the state which have sparked a controversy due to the alleged vulgar content. He was accompanied by officers of the school education department. - See more at: http://www.ummid.com/news/2013/May/22.05.2013/punjab_on_vulgar_books.html#sthash.DrB9Sgla.dpuf
Punjab Education Minister S.S. Maluka inspected the books supplied to the schools in the state which have sparked a controversy due to the alleged vulgar content. He was accompanied by officers of the school education department.
Dikshit misused public money: Lokayukta | ummid.com
Dikshit misused public money: Lokayukta | ummid.com
Delhi Lokayukta Manmohan Sarin Wednesday came down heavily on Chief Minister Sheila Dikshit for misusing public money to "gain favour" for her and her political party ahead of the assembly polls in 2008.
Delhi Lokayukta Manmohan Sarin Wednesday came down heavily on Chief Minister Sheila Dikshit for misusing public money to "gain favour" for her and her political party ahead of the assembly polls in 2008.
Researchers identify anti-cancer amino acid fragment | ummid.com
Researchers identify anti-cancer amino acid fragment | ummid.com
By studying proteins thrombospondin-1 and prosaposin, a trans-Atlantic research team has identified a five-amino acid fragment of prosaposin that significantly reduces metastatic spread in mouse models of prostate, breast and lung cancer.
By studying proteins thrombospondin-1 and prosaposin, a trans-Atlantic research team has identified a five-amino acid fragment of prosaposin that significantly reduces metastatic spread in mouse models of prostate, breast and lung cancer.
M. Helaluddin tops Nagaland Board Exam 2013 | ummid.com
M. Helaluddin tops Nagaland Board Exam 2013 | ummid.com
Mohmmad Helaluddin Shah, a Muslim boy from Manipur created history by topping the High School Leaving Certificate (HSLC) Examination 2013 conducted by Nagaland Board of School Education.
Mohmmad Helaluddin Shah, a Muslim boy from Manipur created history by topping the High School Leaving Certificate (HSLC) Examination 2013 conducted by Nagaland Board of School Education.
With Sonia backing, PM vows to build better India | ummid.com
With Sonia backing, PM vows to build better India | ummid.com
Speaking at a function at his 7 Race Course Road residence, the prime minister was effusive in his praise of the Congress-led government since taking power in 2004 and sounded confident as he spoke of facing the Lok Sabha election due next year. - See more at: http://www.ummid.com/news/2013/May/22.05.2013/pm_on_anni_day.html#sthash.bwjYbiQi.dpuf
Speaking at a function at his 7 Race Course Road residence, the prime minister was effusive in his praise of the Congress-led government since taking power in 2004 and sounded confident as he spoke of facing the Lok Sabha election due next year.
Relieved Malegaonians demand action against guilty policemen | ummid.com
Relieved Malegaonians demand action against guilty policemen | ummid.com
Relieved by the National Investigation Agency (NIA) charge sheet which held four Hindu terrorists guilty of masterminding the 2006 blast inside the Qabristan mosque, the Kul Jamaati Tanzeem Tuesday demanded action against the guilty police officers and compensation for the nine Muslims who were wrongly arrested in the case.
Relieved by the National Investigation Agency (NIA) charge sheet which held four Hindu terrorists guilty of masterminding the 2006 blast inside the Qabristan mosque, the Kul Jamaati Tanzeem Tuesday demanded action against the guilty police officers and compensation for the nine Muslims who were wrongly arrested in the case.
Finally, Gujarat decides to implement Minority Scholarships | ummid.com
Finally, Gujarat decides to implement Minority Scholarships | ummid.com
Days after Supreme Court declined to stay an order of the Gujarat high court that had held the constitutional validity of the scheme, the state government decided to implement the minority scholarships. - See more at: http://www.ummid.com/news/2013/May/22.05.2013/guj_on_mnrty_schshp.html#sthash.owYly7gV.dpuf
Days after Supreme Court declined to stay an order of the Gujarat high court that had held the constitutional validity of the scheme, the state government decided to implement the minority scholarships.
SC warns against lapses in filling primary teaching jobs | ummid.com
SC warns against lapses in filling primary teaching jobs | ummid.com
"It is too serious a matter for us. We are concerned with the future of the country," said the apex court bench of Justice B.S. Chauhan and Justice Dipak Misra while hearing a petition by the Gujarat government on the appointment of Shiksha Sahayak (education assistants).
"It is too serious a matter for us. We are concerned with the future of the country," said the apex court bench of Justice B.S. Chauhan and Justice Dipak Misra while hearing a petition by the Gujarat government on the appointment of Shiksha Sahayak (education assistants).
2006 Malegaon blast: NIA files charge sheet, names four Hindu terrorists | ummid.com
2006 Malegaon blast: NIA files charge sheet, names four Hindu terrorists | ummid.com
The charge sheet, filed before Special Maharashtra Control of Organised Crime Act (MCOCA) Court Judge Prithviraj Chavan has named Lokesh Sharma, Dhan Singh, Rajendra Choudhary and Manohar Narwaria, who were arrested during the past one year, said an NIA source.
The charge sheet, filed before Special Maharashtra Control of Organised Crime Act (MCOCA) Court Judge Prithviraj Chavan has named Lokesh Sharma, Dhan Singh, Rajendra Choudhary and Manohar Narwaria, who were arrested during the past one year, said an NIA source.
Akali Dal-BJP sweep Punjab rural polls | ummid.com
Akali Dal-BJP sweep Punjab rural polls | ummid.com
The ruling Shiromani Akali Dal-Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) combine swept the zila parishad and panchayat samiti elections in Punjab, the state election commission announced Wednesday. - See more at: http://www.ummid.com/news/2013/May/22.05.2013/akali_dal_bjp_punjab_polls.html#sthash.Pz4YkwcD.dpuf
The ruling Shiromani Akali Dal-Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) combine swept the zila parishad and panchayat samiti elections in Punjab, the state election commission announced Wednesday.
Manmohan is leader neither of party nor country: BJP | ummid.com
Manmohan is leader neither of party nor country: BJP | ummid.com
Addressing a press conference on the fourth anniversary of the UPA-II government, Sushma Swaraj said its leadership was divided. "In the cabinet, the UPA allies sit with the prime minister but for any solution to their problems they look towards the UPA chairperson (Sonia Gandhi)." - See more at: http://www.ummid.com/news/2013/May/22.05.2013/bjp_on_manmohan.html#sthash.F4S8yIwc.dpuf
Addressing a press conference on the fourth anniversary of the UPA-II government, Sushma Swaraj said its leadership was divided. "In the cabinet, the UPA allies sit with the prime minister but for any solution to their problems they look towards the UPA chairperson (Sonia Gandhi)."
Tuesday, May 21, 2013
Muslims and Congress | ummid.com
Muslims and Congress | ummid.com
This was coupled with the tardy and sluggish probe and arrest of Hindutva terrorists even where there is no iota of doubt about their involvement (the community believes that almost all cases of terror blamed on the community are the handiwork of the umpteen Hindutva terror outfits which enjoy the support of elements in the Intelligence Bureau (IB), Police and umpteen other agencies created to fight terror).
This was coupled with the tardy and sluggish probe and arrest of Hindutva terrorists even where there is no iota of doubt about their involvement (the community believes that almost all cases of terror blamed on the community are the handiwork of the umpteen Hindutva terror outfits which enjoy the support of elements in the Intelligence Bureau (IB), Police and umpteen other agencies created to fight terror).
Camera rolling for documentary on Kolkata's Jews | ummid.com
Camera rolling for documentary on Kolkata's Jews | ummid.com
Filmed by director duo Jaydip Mukherjee and Aloke Banerjee, the documentary will focus on Shalom Israel, caretaker of the Jewish cemetery and the juniormost of the now remaining 26 Jews of the city.
Filmed by director duo Jaydip Mukherjee and Aloke Banerjee, the documentary will focus on Shalom Israel, caretaker of the Jewish cemetery and the juniormost of the now remaining 26 Jews of the city.
Breather for Delhi teacher on 'fake' caste certificate | ummid.com
Breather for Delhi teacher on 'fake' caste certificate | ummid.com
Principal Bench Chairman Syed Rafat Alam and Member Birendra Kumar Sinha allowed teacher Mithlesh Verma's application, opposing the education department's proceedings against her, and said: "The impugned departmental proceeding is hereby quashed." - See more at: http://www.ummid.com/news/2013/May/22.05.2013/delhi_techrs_fake_crt.html#sthash.usBpfkOR.dpuf
Principal Bench Chairman Syed Rafat Alam and Member Birendra Kumar Sinha allowed teacher Mithlesh Verma's application, opposing the education department's proceedings against her, and said: "The impugned departmental proceeding is hereby quashed."
Ten held in Saudi Arabia over spying for Iran | ummid.com
Ten held in Saudi Arabia over spying for Iran | ummid.com
"Following an initial investigation, the security forces arrested 10 more suspects over involvement in the espionage acts for an Iranian espionage cell, reported Xinhua citing a spokesperson for the ministry.
"Following an initial investigation, the security forces arrested 10 more suspects over involvement in the espionage acts for an Iranian espionage cell, reported Xinhua citing a spokesperson for the ministry.
India raised PoK construction activity with China: Khurshid | ummid.com
India raised PoK construction activity with China: Khurshid | ummid.com
"Chinese construction activity in PoK (Pakistan-occupied Kashmir) is a cause of concern for us. We raised the issue during talks... We flagged our concerns... We were assured they are development projects," Khurshid told reporters here on the sidelines of an event.
"Chinese construction activity in PoK (Pakistan-occupied Kashmir) is a cause of concern for us. We raised the issue during talks... We flagged our concerns... We were assured they are development projects," Khurshid told reporters here on the sidelines of an event.
Chinese premier to be conferred Pakistan's highest honour | ummid.com
Chinese premier to be conferred Pakistan's highest honour | ummid.com
The visit, taking place immediately after the elections in Pakistan, "will provide an opportunity to Premier Li to meet the new political leadership in Pakistan. The visit would also provide further impetus to Pakistan-China strategic cooperation. Friendly ties and friendship with China is the cornerstone of Pakistan's foreign policy", said a statement from the Pakistani ministry of foreign affairs.
The visit, taking place immediately after the elections in Pakistan, "will provide an opportunity to Premier Li to meet the new political leadership in Pakistan. The visit would also provide further impetus to Pakistan-China strategic cooperation. Friendly ties and friendship with China is the cornerstone of Pakistan's foreign policy", said a statement from the Pakistani ministry of foreign affairs.
Myanmar court sentences seven Muslims to jail for death of Buddhist monk | ummid.com
Myanmar court sentences seven Muslims to jail for death of Buddhist monk | ummid.com
Authorities arrested 87 people for participating in the violence. Three Buddhists were sentenced to prison last month. Myanmar's Muslim community, accounting for about 5 per cent of the 60 million population accepted Tuesday's verdict.
Authorities arrested 87 people for participating in the violence. Three Buddhists were sentenced to prison last month. Myanmar's Muslim community, accounting for about 5 per cent of the 60 million population accepted Tuesday's verdict.
Former DGP Vikram Singh boasts of arresting Khalid Mujahid | ummid.com
Former DGP Vikram Singh boasts of arresting Khalid Mujahid | ummid.com
Literally mocking the state government, Nimesh Commission, the Muslim community and a host of activists and NGOs, who questioned the arrest of Khalid Mujahid, former Director General of Police Vikram Singh on Tuesday said that he was proud of arresting him in the 2007 serial blast case. - See more at: http://www.ummid.com/news/2013/May/21.05.2013/rtrd_dg_on_khalid_mujahid.html#sthash.UoKJxwTZ.dpuf
Literally mocking the state government, Nimesh Commission, the Muslim community and a host of activists and NGOs, who questioned the arrest of Khalid Mujahid, former Director General of Police Vikram Singh on Tuesday said that he was proud of arresting him in the 2007 serial blast case.
Dhaka's rickshaw army - commuters' 'best option' | ummid.com
Dhaka's rickshaw army - commuters' 'best option' | ummid.com
Thousands of protesters, mostly youths, had been staging protests in the Shahbag area from Feb 5 demanding capital punishment for Jamaat-e-Islami leader Abdul Quader Mollah and all others charged by the International Crimes Tribunal with committing genocide, war crimes and crimes against humanity during the 1971 Liberation War.
Thousands of protesters, mostly youths, had been staging protests in the Shahbag area from Feb 5 demanding capital punishment for Jamaat-e-Islami leader Abdul Quader Mollah and all others charged by the International Crimes Tribunal with committing genocide, war crimes and crimes against humanity during the 1971 Liberation War.
Nine years as PM: What will be Manmohan Singh's legacy? | ummid.com
Nine years as PM: What will be Manmohan Singh's legacy? | ummid.com
Manmohan Singh, who played a key role in ushering path-breaking reforms as finance minister to open up the Indian economy in 1991, became prime minister in 2004 after Congress president Sonia Gandhi declined to head a United Progressive Alliance government and made him a surprise choice of the party. - See more at: http://www.ummid.com/news/2013/May/21.05.2013/manmohan_as_pm.html#sthash.r9mtdWQ9.dpuf
Manmohan Singh, who played a key role in ushering path-breaking reforms as finance minister to open up the Indian economy in 1991, became prime minister in 2004 after Congress president Sonia Gandhi declined to head a United Progressive Alliance government and made him a surprise choice of the party.
IAS officers politicking, will complain to PM: Goa Chief Minister | ummid.com
IAS officers politicking, will complain to PM: Goa Chief Minister | ummid.com
He was reacting to a question by the media persons whether the state government has responded to an officer of the union ministry for road, transport and highways who in a letter last week termed Goa's imposition of "entry fee" on other states' vehicles as illegal and demanded its withdrawal.
He was reacting to a question by the media persons whether the state government has responded to an officer of the union ministry for road, transport and highways who in a letter last week termed Goa's imposition of "entry fee" on other states' vehicles as illegal and demanded its withdrawal.
Arunima becomes world's first woman to scale Mt. Everest with prosthetic legs | ummid.com
Arunima becomes world's first woman to scale Mt. Everest with prosthetic legs | ummid.com
Groomed by the first Indian woman to scale Mt. Everest Bachendri Pal at the Tata Steel Adventure Foundation (TSAF) in Uttar Kashi, Arunima completed her expedition journey from Kathmandu to the top of the peak in 52 days.
Groomed by the first Indian woman to scale Mt. Everest Bachendri Pal at the Tata Steel Adventure Foundation (TSAF) in Uttar Kashi, Arunima completed her expedition journey from Kathmandu to the top of the peak in 52 days.
UP cops question SP's bid to 'appease' minorities | ummid.com
UP cops question SP's bid to 'appease' minorities | ummid.com
He cited the state government's recent decisions to withdraw cases against 15 terror accused, refer local cases to the Central Bureau of Intelligence (CBI) and slap cases of conspiracy and murder against 42 police officer, including a retired director general of police (DGP).
He cited the state government's recent decisions to withdraw cases against 15 terror accused, refer local cases to the Central Bureau of Intelligence (CBI) and slap cases of conspiracy and murder against 42 police officer, including a retired director general of police (DGP).
Shahzad Alam, suspended students' union president, expelled from AMU | ummid.com
Shahzad Alam, suspended students' union president, expelled from AMU | ummid.com
On the recommendations of the Discipline Committee, the Vice Chancellor of the Aligarh Muslim University ordered that the admission of Shahzad Alam, a PhD scholar and president of AMU students' union, be cancelled with immediate effect from the rolls of the University, a university official said.
On the recommendations of the Discipline Committee, the Vice Chancellor of the Aligarh Muslim University ordered that the admission of Shahzad Alam, a PhD scholar and president of AMU students' union, be cancelled with immediate effect from the rolls of the University, a university official said.
Khalid Mujahid's counsel attacked by lawyers | ummid.com
Khalid Mujahid's counsel attacked by lawyers | ummid.com
Ghufran Siddiqui, a local activist while talking to ummid.com on phone said the attack took place Tuesday soon after the Faizabad bar association reportedly passed a resolution against the lawyers who took part in a peaceful protest against the killing of Khalid Mujahid.
Ghufran Siddiqui, a local activist while talking to ummid.com on phone said the attack took place Tuesday soon after the Faizabad bar association reportedly passed a resolution against the lawyers who took part in a peaceful protest against the killing of Khalid Mujahid.
Indian student in Dubai ranked second in ISC exam | ummid.com
Indian student in Dubai ranked second in ISC exam | ummid.com
Kartik Kolachina of Gems Modern Academy scored 98.75 percent to be ranked second in the science stream, the Khaleej Times reported Tuesday.
Kartik Kolachina of Gems Modern Academy scored 98.75 percent to be ranked second in the science stream, the Khaleej Times reported Tuesday.
iGate sacks CEO Phaneesh Murthy for sexual abuse | ummid.com
iGate sacks CEO Phaneesh Murthy for sexual abuse | ummid.com
The 49-year-old tech wizard also resigned from Indian IT bellwether Infosys Ltd. over a decade ago on similar charges.
The 49-year-old tech wizard also resigned from Indian IT bellwether Infosys Ltd. over a decade ago on similar charges.
Monday, May 20, 2013
Afghanistan team evinces interest in DPIP projects' impacts in MP | ummid.com
Afghanistan team evinces interest in DPIP projects' impacts in MP | ummid.com
Led by Ms Naila Ahmad of World Bank, the study team from Afghanistan Rural Development Project currently on Madhya Pradesh visit comprises of Rahmatullah Khan, Mohammad Asif, Ghulam Nabi, M. Malikzai, Ahmad Masood, Sulaiman Sarwari, Mohammad Ashraf, Ahmad Zaki, Zaki Ahmad Rashish etc.
Led by Ms Naila Ahmad of World Bank, the study team from Afghanistan Rural Development Project currently on Madhya Pradesh visit comprises of Rahmatullah Khan, Mohammad Asif, Ghulam Nabi, M. Malikzai, Ahmad Masood, Sulaiman Sarwari, Mohammad Ashraf, Ahmad Zaki, Zaki Ahmad Rashish etc.
Governments failing to protect minorities, says US | ummid.com
Governments failing to protect minorities, says US | ummid.com
US Secretary of State John Kerry has expressed concern at global problems of discrimination and violence against religious groups, including Baha'is, Buddhists, Hindus, Jews, Christians, Muslims, and Sikhs besides increasing use of blasphemy and apostasy laws.
US Secretary of State John Kerry has expressed concern at global problems of discrimination and violence against religious groups, including Baha'is, Buddhists, Hindus, Jews, Christians, Muslims, and Sikhs besides increasing use of blasphemy and apostasy laws.
Indian think tanks need more institutional support | ummid.com
Indian think tanks need more institutional support | ummid.com
Numerous factors contribute to the high cost of policy research. First, for rigorous policy research, access to quality data is the most essential. Government departments are often reluctant to share data they collect. Though the Right to Information Act seeks to address this gap to some extent, it is still a reactive and time-consuming mechanism for obtaining data.
Numerous factors contribute to the high cost of policy research. First, for rigorous policy research, access to quality data is the most essential. Government departments are often reluctant to share data they collect. Though the Right to Information Act seeks to address this gap to some extent, it is still a reactive and time-consuming mechanism for obtaining data.
Mukherjee confers honorary degree on visiting Afghan President Karzai | ummid.com
Mukherjee confers honorary degree on visiting Afghan President Karzai | ummid.com
Addressing a gathering at the third convocation of the Lovely Professional University (LPU) near here, Mukherjee, who conferred an honorary degree of the varsity on Afghanistan President Hamid Karzai, said that India is adding 1.2 crore workforce each year and it was the universities' responsibility to convert this manpower into productive hands by imparting them vocational training to enhance their employability.
Addressing a gathering at the third convocation of the Lovely Professional University (LPU) near here, Mukherjee, who conferred an honorary degree of the varsity on Afghanistan President Hamid Karzai, said that India is adding 1.2 crore workforce each year and it was the universities' responsibility to convert this manpower into productive hands by imparting them vocational training to enhance their employability.
51 killed as powerful tornado slams Oklahoma City | ummid.com
51 killed as powerful tornado slams Oklahoma City | ummid.com
Footage from local television stations also showed a number of other levelled buildings and a funnel cloud stretching from the sky to the ground, kicking up debris.
Footage from local television stations also showed a number of other levelled buildings and a funnel cloud stretching from the sky to the ground, kicking up debris.
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