Manohar Parrikar vs Arvind Kejriwal: IIT alumni cross swords | ummid.com
Parrikar, a Bharatiya Janata Party politician serving as chief minister
for the third time and an IIT-Bombay graduate, had claimed that he was
embarrassed at being called an "IITian CM", after the Delhi "nautanki"
(farce).
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Friday, January 31, 2014
22 chargesheets filed in Muzaffarnagar riots | ummid.com
22 chargesheets filed in Muzaffarnagar riots | ummid.com
Allegations against 683 have been found to be correct and as many as 242 people have been jailed. The police is on the lookout for others who are absconding, while 47 have so far surrendered.
Allegations against 683 have been found to be correct and as many as 242 people have been jailed. The police is on the lookout for others who are absconding, while 47 have so far surrendered.
Cong ad girl Hasiba Amin disgusted at social media campaign against her | ummid.com
Cong ad girl Hasiba Amin disgusted at social media campaign against her | ummid.com
At a press conference in February 2012, Amin, then the state chief of the party's students wing National Students Union of India (NSUI), called for the suspension of member Sunil Kawthankar, who had filed a police complaint naming then home minister Ravi Naik and several police officers as part of a drug mafia nexus.
At a press conference in February 2012, Amin, then the state chief of the party's students wing National Students Union of India (NSUI), called for the suspension of member Sunil Kawthankar, who had filed a police complaint naming then home minister Ravi Naik and several police officers as part of a drug mafia nexus.
If not for 2014, is Rahul rebuilding Congress for 2019 or 2024? | ummid.com
If not for 2014, is Rahul rebuilding Congress for 2019 or 2024? | ummid.com
Arnab takes up 5,000 words to ask his questions, making it an interviewer-interviewee ratio of 40/60 percent. This near parity in wordage between Arnab and Rahul in what was billed to be a historic, super primetime interview must be a path breaking style in the annals of interviewing.
Arnab takes up 5,000 words to ask his questions, making it an interviewer-interviewee ratio of 40/60 percent. This near parity in wordage between Arnab and Rahul in what was billed to be a historic, super primetime interview must be a path breaking style in the annals of interviewing.
Majeed Memon, Hussain Dalwai among 37 elected unopposed to Rajya Sabha | ummid.com
Majeed Memon, Hussain Dalwai among 37 elected unopposed to Rajya Sabha | ummid.com
Sitting Rajya Sabha member from the Congress party Hussain Dalwai and leading criminal lawyer Majeed Memon of the Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) were among 37 candidates elected unopposed to the Rajya Sabha Friday after the deadline for withdrawing nominations in the biennial elections to the upper house ended.
Sitting Rajya Sabha member from the Congress party Hussain Dalwai and leading criminal lawyer Majeed Memon of the Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) were among 37 candidates elected unopposed to the Rajya Sabha Friday after the deadline for withdrawing nominations in the biennial elections to the upper house ended.
Complaint against Asad Owaisi for 'derogatory remarks' against Salman Khan | ummid.com
Complaint against Asad Owaisi for 'derogatory remarks' against Salman Khan | ummid.com
A local BJP leader on Friday registered a police complaint against Hyderabad MP Asaduddin Owaisi for provocative speech and making derogatory remarks against film star Salman Khan and Gujarat Chief Minister Narendra Modi.
A local BJP leader on Friday registered a police complaint against Hyderabad MP Asaduddin Owaisi for provocative speech and making derogatory remarks against film star Salman Khan and Gujarat Chief Minister Narendra Modi.
Kashmiri girl students of Punjab college develop Android app | ummid.com
Kashmiri girl students of Punjab college develop Android app | ummid.com
The girls, pursuing an engineering degree course in Aryans College of Engineering near here, said official notices and other communication meant for students can be accessed by students of the institution from the app instead of checking the paper notices.
The girls, pursuing an engineering degree course in Aryans College of Engineering near here, said official notices and other communication meant for students can be accessed by students of the institution from the app instead of checking the paper notices.
Modi, Rahul in Kejriwal's list of 'corrupts' spending crores to create brand | ummid.com
Modi, Rahul in Kejriwal's list of 'corrupts' spending crores to create brand | ummid.com
Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal Friday named over 20 top politicians including Congress leader Rahul Gandhi as "corrupt", and attacked him and BJP's Narendra Modi for spending crores on creating a "brand".
Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal Friday named over 20 top politicians including Congress leader Rahul Gandhi as "corrupt", and attacked him and BJP's Narendra Modi for spending crores on creating a "brand".
Mumbai Police chief quits, may join politics | ummid.com
Mumbai Police chief quits, may join politics | ummid.com
Singh, 59, told the media late Thursday that he has quit and is weighing future career options. These included a Lok Sabha ticket from either the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) or the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP), or an international professional assignment.
Singh, 59, told the media late Thursday that he has quit and is weighing future career options. These included a Lok Sabha ticket from either the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) or the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP), or an international professional assignment.
SC stays Bhullar's execution, issues notice to Centre | ummid.com
SC stays Bhullar's execution, issues notice to Centre | ummid.com
The apex court bench of Chief Justice P. Sathasivam, Justice R.M. Lodha, Justice H.L. Dattu and Justice Sudhansu Jyoti Mukhopadhaya, while staying the execution of Bhullar's death sentence, also issued notice to the Delhi government.
The apex court bench of Chief Justice P. Sathasivam, Justice R.M. Lodha, Justice H.L. Dattu and Justice Sudhansu Jyoti Mukhopadhaya, while staying the execution of Bhullar's death sentence, also issued notice to the Delhi government.
On 205th birthday, US lawmaker wants to mark Feb 12 as 'Darwin Day' | ummid.com
On 205th birthday, US lawmaker wants to mark Feb 12 as 'Darwin Day' | ummid.com
The Washington-based American Humanist Association, that worked with Holt on Darwin Day resolution, is in the process of sending copies of the resolution to all 535 members of Congress to garner support.
The Washington-based American Humanist Association, that worked with Holt on Darwin Day resolution, is in the process of sending copies of the resolution to all 535 members of Congress to garner support.
Thursday, January 30, 2014
Hyderabad-born Satya Nadella may be Microsoft's new CEO | ummid.com
Hyderabad-born Satya Nadella may be Microsoft's new CEO | ummid.com
The company's board of directors is also holding discussions to replace Chairman Bill Gates with lead independent director emerging as the prime candidate, Bloomberg News reported citing people briefed on the process.
The company's board of directors is also holding discussions to replace Chairman Bill Gates with lead independent director emerging as the prime candidate, Bloomberg News reported citing people briefed on the process.
83-yr-old Kandil among first to graduate from Australia's Islamic centre | ummid.com
83-yr-old Kandil among first to graduate from Australia's Islamic centre | ummid.com
The first group of Muslim students have completed masters in Islamic studies from Australia's Centre for Islamic Studies and Civilization of Charles Sturt University, expressing joy and excitement over the accomplishment.
The first group of Muslim students have completed masters in Islamic studies from Australia's Centre for Islamic Studies and Civilization of Charles Sturt University, expressing joy and excitement over the accomplishment.
In Syria's Yarmouk camp, starvation forcing refugees to eat dogs, cats | ummid.com
In Syria's Yarmouk camp, starvation forcing refugees to eat dogs, cats | ummid.com
When war spread to areas of Damascus in the summer of 2012, thousands of people from other parts of the capital fled to Yarmuk, swelling its population further. But Yarmuk soon became a war zone too, as Syrians taking up arms against President Bashar Al-Assad's regime moved into the camp.
When war spread to areas of Damascus in the summer of 2012, thousands of people from other parts of the capital fled to Yarmuk, swelling its population further. But Yarmuk soon became a war zone too, as Syrians taking up arms against President Bashar Al-Assad's regime moved into the camp.
Congress MLA Asif Muhammad accuses Kejriwal of betrayal on Batla house killing | ummid.com
Congress MLA Asif Muhammad accuses Kejriwal of betrayal on Batla house killing | ummid.com
A furious Khan also asked the Congress to take back its critical legislative support to the month-old AAP government for what he said was a "betrayal" of a promise made by Kejriwal to Muslims in his area.
A furious Khan also asked the Congress to take back its critical legislative support to the month-old AAP government for what he said was a "betrayal" of a promise made by Kejriwal to Muslims in his area.
AMU ranked fifth in presentation of doctoral theses | ummid.com
AMU ranked fifth in presentation of doctoral theses | ummid.com
INDCAT, which is supported by INFLIBNET, is a unified online library
catalogue of books, theses and journals available in major University
libraries in India. In the present study, the INDCAT has analyzed the
doctoral theses records of science, Arts and humanities.
INDCAT, which is supported by INFLIBNET, is a unified online library
catalogue of books, theses and journals available in major University
libraries in India. In the present study, the INDCAT has analyzed the
doctoral theses records of science, Arts and humanities.
For Badal, Gujarat riots were nothing if compared with 1984 anti-Sikh riots | ummid.com
For Badal, Gujarat riots were nothing if compared with 1984 anti-Sikh riots | ummid.com
Talking to media persons here, over 250 km from Chandigarh, Badal said the Gujarat violence in 2002 took place after the killing of people in Godhra town whereas the Sikhs' carnage in Delhi and other places in 1984 was at the behest of the then Congress government at the centre.
Talking to media persons here, over 250 km from Chandigarh, Badal said the Gujarat violence in 2002 took place after the killing of people in Godhra town whereas the Sikhs' carnage in Delhi and other places in 1984 was at the behest of the then Congress government at the centre.
Tuesday, January 28, 2014
National Waqf corporation launch function disrupted by protest | ummid.com
National Waqf corporation launch function disrupted by protest | ummid.com
A conference attended by Prime Minister Manmohan Singh and UPA chairperson Sonia Gandhi was disrupted here Wednesday by a man who said none of the government schemes for the minorities were reaching the beneficiaries.
A conference attended by Prime Minister Manmohan Singh and UPA chairperson Sonia Gandhi was disrupted here Wednesday by a man who said none of the government schemes for the minorities were reaching the beneficiaries.
Ukraine PM, cabinet resign amid unrest | ummid.com
Ukraine PM, cabinet resign amid unrest | ummid.com
Ukrainian Prime Minister Mykola Azarov and his cabinet resigned Tuesday, with the country's parliament scrapping draconian anti-protest moves in a bid to end a two-month standoff with demonstrators.
Ukrainian Prime Minister Mykola Azarov and his cabinet resigned Tuesday, with the country's parliament scrapping draconian anti-protest moves in a bid to end a two-month standoff with demonstrators.
Republic Day parade: West Bengal wins best tableau award | ummid.com
Republic Day parade: West Bengal wins best tableau award | ummid.com
West Bengal has won the best tableau award at this year's Republic Day Parade while Tamil Nadu and Assam came in second and third, it was announced here Tuesday.
West Bengal has won the best tableau award at this year's Republic Day Parade while Tamil Nadu and Assam came in second and third, it was announced here Tuesday.
Is Omar resignation 'threat' real or political posturing? | ummid.com
Is Omar resignation 'threat' real or political posturing? | ummid.com
Speculation mounted in political circles if Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah would go ahead with his threat to resign if the deadlock with ally Congress over new administrative units is not resolved. Congress leaders have dismissed it as a "political posturing".
Speculation mounted in political circles if Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah would go ahead with his threat to resign if the deadlock with ally Congress over new administrative units is not resolved. Congress leaders have dismissed it as a "political posturing".
SC dismisses plea to review homosexuality ruling | ummid.com
SC dismisses plea to review homosexuality ruling | ummid.com
The Supreme Court Tuesday dismissed a plea of the central government, NGO Naz Foundation and others for the review of its Dec 11, 2013, verdict holding homosexuality to be an offence.
The Supreme Court Tuesday dismissed a plea of the central government, NGO Naz Foundation and others for the review of its Dec 11, 2013, verdict holding homosexuality to be an offence.
Monday, January 27, 2014
First online Arabic etymological dictionary soon | ummid.com
First online Arabic etymological dictionary soon | ummid.com
"There has been a lot of etymological research on Arabic words but it has not been collected anywhere," said Stephan Guth, professor of Arabic at University of Oslo, Norway, who has taken the initiative to pursue this research project.
"There has been a lot of etymological research on Arabic words but it has not been collected anywhere," said Stephan Guth, professor of Arabic at University of Oslo, Norway, who has taken the initiative to pursue this research project.
AAP a month later: Some plaudits, some brickbats | ummid.com
AAP a month later: Some plaudits, some brickbats | ummid.com
The pluses and minuses notwithstanding, the AAP regime has gained both national and global attention. It has also altered political discourse in the country, making the one-year-old party a player of sorts ahead of the general election.
The pluses and minuses notwithstanding, the AAP regime has gained both national and global attention. It has also altered political discourse in the country, making the one-year-old party a player of sorts ahead of the general election.
UP government at cross-roads: Deliver or perish | ummid.com
UP government at cross-roads: Deliver or perish | ummid.com
The Aam Aadmi Party is now setting the benchmark in urban areas where the educated youth is restless, the free laptops only helping to sharpen the class differences. How close is the Samajwadi Party to usher in socialist goals and translate into reality the dreams of Ram Manohar Lohia?
The Aam Aadmi Party is now setting the benchmark in urban areas where the educated youth is restless, the free laptops only helping to sharpen the class differences. How close is the Samajwadi Party to usher in socialist goals and translate into reality the dreams of Ram Manohar Lohia?
Sunday, January 26, 2014
Delhi's Laxmi Nagar MLA Vinod Kumar Binny expelled from AAP | ummid.com
Delhi's Laxmi Nagar MLA Vinod Kumar Binny expelled from AAP | ummid.com
A party statement said the decision was taken by a disciplinary committee set up after Binny went to press with complaints against the Arvind Kejriwal government.
A party statement said the decision was taken by a disciplinary committee set up after Binny went to press with complaints against the Arvind Kejriwal government.
Boat with 43 tourists onboard capsizes off Andamans | ummid.com
Boat with 43 tourists onboard capsizes off Andamans | ummid.com
The statement said the Aqua Marine, with 43 tourists onboard, capsized between Ross Island and North Bay near Port Blair, capital of the Andaman and Nicobar islands.
The statement said the Aqua Marine, with 43 tourists onboard, capsized between Ross Island and North Bay near Port Blair, capital of the Andaman and Nicobar islands.
Casually dressed Arvind Kejriwal hogs limelight at President's R-Day reception | ummid.com
Casually dressed Arvind Kejriwal hogs limelight at President's R-Day reception | ummid.com
A crowd soon formed around Kejriwal, with people jostling to get closer and introduce themselves. Some foreign dignitaries too approached him to speak to the bureaucrat-turned-activist-turned-politician, whose every move makes news.
A crowd soon formed around Kejriwal, with people jostling to get closer and introduce themselves. Some foreign dignitaries too approached him to speak to the bureaucrat-turned-activist-turned-politician, whose every move makes news.
India celebrates 65th Republic Day | ummid.com
India celebrates 65th Republic Day | ummid.com
In New Delhi, India's powerful military punch and rich cultural heritage were showcased at the main Republic Day parade, with chief guest and Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe keenly watching the 90-minute event on Rajpath boulevard in the heart of the city.
In New Delhi, India's powerful military punch and rich cultural heritage were showcased at the main Republic Day parade, with chief guest and Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe keenly watching the 90-minute event on Rajpath boulevard in the heart of the city.
Nepali Congress elects Sushil Koirala its PM candidate | ummid.com
Nepali Congress elects Sushil Koirala its PM candidate | ummid.com
The Nepali Congress emerged as the largest political party in last year's Nov 19 polls for a new constituent assembly. But the new government could not yet be formed amid a row within the party over who should lead.
The Nepali Congress emerged as the largest political party in last year's Nov 19 polls for a new constituent assembly. But the new government could not yet be formed amid a row within the party over who should lead.
Reality television shows proving disastrous for new talent: Singer Pooja Gaitonde | ummid.com
Reality television shows proving disastrous for new talent: Singer Pooja Gaitonde | ummid.com
Says youngsters use them as short-cuts for immediate fame and stay away from 'riyaz' and hard work
An emerging young talent and classical singer Pooja Gaitonde warned the youngsters against running for television reality shows saying they might bring them immediate fame but are actually disastrous for a long-term and sustainable career.
Says youngsters use them as short-cuts for immediate fame and stay away from 'riyaz' and hard work
An emerging young talent and classical singer Pooja Gaitonde warned the youngsters against running for television reality shows saying they might bring them immediate fame but are actually disastrous for a long-term and sustainable career.
Set your date with a rare exploding supernova | ummid.com
Set your date with a rare exploding supernova | ummid.com
In a thrilling discovery, a professor and his students at the University College London's teaching observatory have stumbled upon a new bright supernova at a mere 11.4 million light-years from earth - like next door in your neighbourhood in cosmic terms.
In a thrilling discovery, a professor and his students at the University College London's teaching observatory have stumbled upon a new bright supernova at a mere 11.4 million light-years from earth - like next door in your neighbourhood in cosmic terms.
Trivandrum International is Kerala's first IB World School | ummid.com
Trivandrum International is Kerala's first IB World School | ummid.com
The Trivandrum International School (TRINS) has become the first International Baccalaureate (IB) World School in Kerala and the only one offering IB programmes from kindergarten to Class 12.
The Trivandrum International School (TRINS) has become the first International Baccalaureate (IB) World School in Kerala and the only one offering IB programmes from kindergarten to Class 12.
Saturday, January 25, 2014
Same sex marriage - A dangerous phenomenon in Western society | ummid.com
Same sex marriage - A dangerous phenomenon in Western society | ummid.com
In America homosexual social groups and clubs formed political and lobbying pressure groups and started demanding that top political leaders publicly endorse same-sex marriage as an institution, just like marriage between a man and a woman.
In America homosexual social groups and clubs formed political and lobbying pressure groups and started demanding that top political leaders publicly endorse same-sex marriage as an institution, just like marriage between a man and a woman.
Palestinian in Syrian refugee camp 'can't remember' last time he ate | ummid.com
Palestinian in Syrian refugee camp 'can't remember' last time he ate | ummid.com
The 27-second footage showing his severe malnutrition went viral on social media, as it signaled the humanitarian disaster in the Palestinian refugee camp, which has been ongoing for months.
The 27-second footage showing his severe malnutrition went viral on social media, as it signaled the humanitarian disaster in the Palestinian refugee camp, which has been ongoing for months.
Thousands walk for Gaza in Britain | ummid.com
Thousands walk for Gaza in Britain | ummid.com
Thousands of British Muslims and non-Muslims answered the call of a British-based international relief and development NGO to walk for Gaza, demonstrating their support to the Palestinian cause and raising funds to help the war-stricken strip, OnIslam.net reported.
Thousands of British Muslims and non-Muslims answered the call of a British-based international relief and development NGO to walk for Gaza, demonstrating their support to the Palestinian cause and raising funds to help the war-stricken strip, OnIslam.net reported.
Indian-American Chiradeep Gupta gets 10 years jail for Medicare fraud | ummid.com
Indian-American Chiradeep Gupta gets 10 years jail for Medicare fraud | ummid.com
Gupta, who is also part-owner of All American, a Michigan home health care company, was found guilty Oct 26, 2012 on one count of conspiracy to commit health care fraud, one count of conspiracy to commit money laundering and three substantive counts of money laundering.
Gupta, who is also part-owner of All American, a Michigan home health care company, was found guilty Oct 26, 2012 on one count of conspiracy to commit health care fraud, one count of conspiracy to commit money laundering and three substantive counts of money laundering.
Populist anarchy cannot be substitute for governance: President | ummid.com
Populist anarchy cannot be substitute for governance: President | ummid.com
The president did not name any individual or party but his allusion to the week's political storm in the capital, during which Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal pompously declared "I'm an anarchist", was not lost on anyone.
The president did not name any individual or party but his allusion to the week's political storm in the capital, during which Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal pompously declared "I'm an anarchist", was not lost on anyone.
Kiran Reddy submits notice for sending back Telangana bill to president | ummid.com
Kiran Reddy submits notice for sending back Telangana bill to president | ummid.com
Earlier, taking an aggressive stand against bifurcation of the state, a defiant chief minister lashed out at the central government for sending the bill without following the constitutional and parliamentary procedures.
Earlier, taking an aggressive stand against bifurcation of the state, a defiant chief minister lashed out at the central government for sending the bill without following the constitutional and parliamentary procedures.
Hand-held device to replace stethoscope: Indian-origin doctor | ummid.com
Hand-held device to replace stethoscope: Indian-origin doctor | ummid.com
"With ultrasound devices, one can not only look at the heart, but all of the organs in the body," said Jagat Narula, professor of cardiology at Mount Sinai School of Medicine in New York and co-author of the paper.
"With ultrasound devices, one can not only look at the heart, but all of the organs in the body," said Jagat Narula, professor of cardiology at Mount Sinai School of Medicine in New York and co-author of the paper.
Jan Lokpal Bill almost ready, will be passed at Ramlila Maidan: Kejriwal | ummid.com
Jan Lokpal Bill almost ready, will be passed at Ramlila Maidan: Kejriwal | ummid.com
"I am not saying corruption has been eradicated from Delhi. But ever since we assumed power, I have heard, and people have told me, that there is now a sense of fear, and that is a good thing. I can now say that corruption has been reduced, at least by 20 to 30 percent," Kejriwal said as the crowd cheered him.
"I am not saying corruption has been eradicated from Delhi. But ever since we assumed power, I have heard, and people have told me, that there is now a sense of fear, and that is a good thing. I can now say that corruption has been reduced, at least by 20 to 30 percent," Kejriwal said as the crowd cheered him.
India deny New Zealand series win after dramatic tie | ummid.com
India deny New Zealand series win after dramatic tie | ummid.com
He, however, faltered in the 50th over of India's innings, conceding two wides, two fours and six which Jadeja hit off the penultimate ball. India, now needing a couple for the last ball, could only pick a single after Jadeja played a full delivery to the man at mid-off.
He, however, faltered in the 50th over of India's innings, conceding two wides, two fours and six which Jadeja hit off the penultimate ball. India, now needing a couple for the last ball, could only pick a single after Jadeja played a full delivery to the man at mid-off.
Friday, January 24, 2014
Terror threats ahead of 2014 Indian Elections | ummid.com
Terror threats ahead of 2014 Indian Elections | ummid.com
While some of this sounds like common sense analysis one needs to listen carefully when a statement on the subject is made by Narayanan, a vaunted member of the Indian 'deep state'. For we have no idea what murky role the likes of him really play in the unfolding of such terrible events that help achieve some larger goals for the global and domestic Establishment.
While some of this sounds like common sense analysis one needs to listen carefully when a statement on the subject is made by Narayanan, a vaunted member of the Indian 'deep state'. For we have no idea what murky role the likes of him really play in the unfolding of such terrible events that help achieve some larger goals for the global and domestic Establishment.
10 killed in clashes across Egypt | ummid.com
10 killed in clashes across Egypt | ummid.com
At least 10 people were killed and 41 others injured Friday during clashes between supporters of Egypt's ousted president Mohamed Morsi and the security forces, a government official said.
At least 10 people were killed and 41 others injured Friday during clashes between supporters of Egypt's ousted president Mohamed Morsi and the security forces, a government official said.
Fresh clashes uproot 140,000 people in Iraq: UN agency | ummid.com
Fresh clashes uproot 140,000 people in Iraq: UN agency | ummid.com
The displacement figures, provided by Iraq's ministry of displacement and migration, are the largest the country has witnessed since the sectarian violence of 2006-2008 and are a result of deadly clashes between Iraqi troops and Al Qaeda-linked fighters, Xinhua reported.
The displacement figures, provided by Iraq's ministry of displacement and migration, are the largest the country has witnessed since the sectarian violence of 2006-2008 and are a result of deadly clashes between Iraqi troops and Al Qaeda-linked fighters, Xinhua reported.
Gallop for NDA, wallop for Congress: LS poll survey | ummid.com
Gallop for NDA, wallop for Congress: LS poll survey | ummid.com
The CNN-IBN CSDS election tracker said the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP)-led National Democratic Alliance (NDA) would wrest 211-231 seats and the Congress-led United Progressive Alliance (UPA) would win 107-127 seats if elections were held today.
The CNN-IBN CSDS election tracker said the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP)-led National Democratic Alliance (NDA) would wrest 211-231 seats and the Congress-led United Progressive Alliance (UPA) would win 107-127 seats if elections were held today.
mKarnataka govt offers free Wi-Fi to access internet in Bangalore | ummid.com
Karnataka govt offers free Wi-Fi to access internet in Bangalore | ummid.com
Initiated by the state IT department and the state government's ICT (information and communications technologies) group, the facility will be extended to 10 other hotspots across the city later this year.
Initiated by the state IT department and the state government's ICT (information and communications technologies) group, the facility will be extended to 10 other hotspots across the city later this year.
One lakh Delhi contract workers to be regularized | ummid.com
One lakh Delhi contract workers to be regularized | ummid.com
Sisodia said that the Delhi Subordinate Service Selection Board (DSSB) officials told him that there were 18,000 vacant posts in government departments in 2008 and these had doubled to 36,000 within the past five years.
Sisodia said that the Delhi Subordinate Service Selection Board (DSSB) officials told him that there were 18,000 vacant posts in government departments in 2008 and these had doubled to 36,000 within the past five years.
India Grand Prix Gold: Saina, Sindhu, Srikanth make semis | ummid.com
India Grand Prix Gold: Saina, Sindhu, Srikanth make semis | ummid.com
Though the top two seeds of women's singles Saina and Sindhu scored straight-game victories, Srikanth had to fight it out against 11th seeded B. Sai Praneeth to win the men's singles tie 21-18, 20-22, 21-12 in a match lasting an hour and 12 minutes.
Though the top two seeds of women's singles Saina and Sindhu scored straight-game victories, Srikanth had to fight it out against 11th seeded B. Sai Praneeth to win the men's singles tie 21-18, 20-22, 21-12 in a match lasting an hour and 12 minutes.
mSamjhauta Express blast: Aseemanand, 3 others formally charged | ummid.com
Samjhauta Express blast: Aseemanand, 3 others formally charged | ummid.com
The NIA had questioned Aseemanand about his role in the Samjhauta Express train blasts Feb 18, 2007, at Diwana village near the industrial town of Panipat, 160 km from here, in Haryana. The suitcase bombing took place in two coaches of the train.
The NIA had questioned Aseemanand about his role in the Samjhauta Express train blasts Feb 18, 2007, at Diwana village near the industrial town of Panipat, 160 km from here, in Haryana. The suitcase bombing took place in two coaches of the train.
SC takes suo motu cognizance of tribal woman's gang rape in Bengal | ummid.com
SC takes suo motu cognizance of tribal woman's gang rape in Bengal | ummid.com
"The news item published in the Business & Financial News is taken on the file of this court. The district judge, Birbhum district, West Bengal, is directed to inspect the concerned place and submit a report to this court within a period of one week from today (Friday)," the court said.
"The news item published in the Business & Financial News is taken on the file of this court. The district judge, Birbhum district, West Bengal, is directed to inspect the concerned place and submit a report to this court within a period of one week from today (Friday)," the court said.
NCP opposes naming Goa stadium after Shyama Prasad Mookerjee | ummid.com
NCP opposes naming Goa stadium after Shyama Prasad Mookerjee | ummid.com
The Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) Friday submitted a memorandum to the North Goa district collector, claiming that naming the stadium after Mookerjee was an attempt to "secretly implement RSS (Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh) agenda and disturb the communal harmony of Goa".
The Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) Friday submitted a memorandum to the North Goa district collector, claiming that naming the stadium after Mookerjee was an attempt to "secretly implement RSS (Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh) agenda and disturb the communal harmony of Goa".
Father doubles marriage bounty for lesbian daughter | ummid.com
Father doubles marriage bounty for lesbian daughter | ummid.com
His daughter, who is an executive director of luxury property development company Cheuk Nang, said any amount of money offered would not be able to attract a man whom she would find attractive.
His daughter, who is an executive director of luxury property development company Cheuk Nang, said any amount of money offered would not be able to attract a man whom she would find attractive.
AAP, Congress, BJP or Delhi Police - Who won last week? | ummid.com
AAP, Congress, BJP or Delhi Police - Who won last week? | ummid.com
It is this somewhat confused set of people morphing into the tinsel middle class which did not know what to make of a chief minister at the pickets, who eventually retired for the night on a pavement, not far from parliament, under a thick flowered quilt. It was an astonishing spectacle.
It is this somewhat confused set of people morphing into the tinsel middle class which did not know what to make of a chief minister at the pickets, who eventually retired for the night on a pavement, not far from parliament, under a thick flowered quilt. It was an astonishing spectacle.
Forbes promising 100 has eight firms headed by Indian-Americans | ummid.com
Forbes promising 100 has eight firms headed by Indian-Americans | ummid.com
Topping the list of the eight Indian-American headed companies is WeddingWire, a Maryland-based technology company serving the over $100-billion wedding, corporate, and social events industry co-founded by Sonny Ganguly, in the 27th place.
Topping the list of the eight Indian-American headed companies is WeddingWire, a Maryland-based technology company serving the over $100-billion wedding, corporate, and social events industry co-founded by Sonny Ganguly, in the 27th place.
Sonia Gandhi to lay foundation stone of AMU Kishanganj Centre Jan 30 | ummid.com
Sonia Gandhi to lay foundation stone of AMU Kishanganj Centre Jan 30 | ummid.com
Mrs. Sonia Gandhi, Chairperson, UPA will lay the foundation stone of Aligarh Muslim University Centre, Kishanganj in Bihar on Thursday, 30 January, 2014 at 1.00 pm in village Chakla, Kishanganj.
Mrs. Sonia Gandhi, Chairperson, UPA will lay the foundation stone of Aligarh Muslim University Centre, Kishanganj in Bihar on Thursday, 30 January, 2014 at 1.00 pm in village Chakla, Kishanganj.
DMK president Karunanidhi's son Alagiri suspended from party | ummid.com
DMK president Karunanidhi's son Alagiri suspended from party | ummid.com
The "temporary suspension" comes ahead of the DMK's state conference in Tiruchirapalli next month. Political analyst Gnani, however, told IANS that this was "as good as a permanent expulsion".
The "temporary suspension" comes ahead of the DMK's state conference in Tiruchirapalli next month. Political analyst Gnani, however, told IANS that this was "as good as a permanent expulsion".
For Shiv Sena, Arvind Kejriwal is like an item girl, AAP a bunch of jokers | ummid.com
For Shiv Sena, Arvind Kejriwal is like an item girl, AAP a bunch of jokers | ummid.com
In a scathing editorial Friday in the party mouthpiece "Saamana", Thackeray said over the years, Indian politics has witnessed many "jokers"; starting with Raj Narain, later the antics of Lalu Prasad Yadav, and many others.
In a scathing editorial Friday in the party mouthpiece "Saamana", Thackeray said over the years, Indian politics has witnessed many "jokers"; starting with Raj Narain, later the antics of Lalu Prasad Yadav, and many others.
Jamia Millia Islamia students curate documentary fest | ummid.com
Jamia Millia Islamia students curate documentary fest | ummid.com
A reflection into society, each documentary featured in Ainaa fosters a thought and hopes to leave the audience with a lasting message. Ainaa holds a mirror to society, both to the good and the bad around us, a statement said.
A reflection into society, each documentary featured in Ainaa fosters a thought and hopes to leave the audience with a lasting message. Ainaa holds a mirror to society, both to the good and the bad around us, a statement said.
Thursday, January 23, 2014
Man kills six members of his family | ummid.com
Man kills six members of his family | ummid.com
The incident took place around midnight in Pilkhana village when the accused attacked his father, his brother, his brother's wife, their two children and another family member.
The incident took place around midnight in Pilkhana village when the accused attacked his father, his brother, his brother's wife, their two children and another family member.
Shah Rukh shaken by accident, shooting cancelled on Friday | ummid.com
Shah Rukh shaken by accident, shooting cancelled on Friday | ummid.com
Says the eyewitness: "Shah Rukh was in a lot of pain. He is also become frail because of the repeated injuries and surgeries. The entire team went to the hospital with him. They were there for more than four hours. Thorough tests including CT scan and an MRI scans were done."
Says the eyewitness: "Shah Rukh was in a lot of pain. He is also become frail because of the repeated injuries and surgeries. The entire team went to the hospital with him. They were there for more than four hours. Thorough tests including CT scan and an MRI scans were done."
Gigantic Tricolour hoisted on tallest flag mast in Bangalore | ummid.com
Gigantic Tricolour hoisted on tallest flag mast in Bangalore | ummid.com
Models of weapon systems are on display at the 10,000 square feet underground motivation hall in the memorial park. The 700-tonne monolithic granite flagstaff is 70 feet high and has been named "Veeragullu" (brave stone), a traditional stone memorial installed for slain warriors.
Models of weapon systems are on display at the 10,000 square feet underground motivation hall in the memorial park. The 700-tonne monolithic granite flagstaff is 70 feet high and has been named "Veeragullu" (brave stone), a traditional stone memorial installed for slain warriors.
SC pulls up Gujarat minister Anandiben Patel for 'arrogance of power' | ummid.com
SC pulls up Gujarat minister Anandiben Patel for 'arrogance of power' | ummid.com
Noting Patel brushed aside the objections because of the letter from the chief minister's secretary, the court noted the company had written to Modi on June 18, 2009 without waiting for the reply of the Bhuj collector whom it had written two days earlier.
Noting Patel brushed aside the objections because of the letter from the chief minister's secretary, the court noted the company had written to Modi on June 18, 2009 without waiting for the reply of the Bhuj collector whom it had written two days earlier.
New US military rules allows beards, scarf for Muslim soldiers | ummid.com
New US military rules allows beards, scarf for Muslim soldiers | ummid.com
However, requests for wearing items of one's faith by way of religious accommodation will still be decided on a case by case basis, but will generally be denied only if the item poses a safety hazard, interferes with wearing a uniform, a helmet or other military gear or "impairs the accomplishment of the military mission", Pentagon said.
However, requests for wearing items of one's faith by way of religious accommodation will still be decided on a case by case basis, but will generally be denied only if the item poses a safety hazard, interferes with wearing a uniform, a helmet or other military gear or "impairs the accomplishment of the military mission", Pentagon said.
Under Nizam, Hyderabad was always a secular state, says family members | ummid.com
Under Nizam, Hyderabad was always a secular state, says family members | ummid.com
The Nizam Family Welfare Association, which represents family member of Nizam Mir Osman Ali Khan, the last ruler of Hyderabad State, said the leaders of some political parties made the remarks out of their bias and ignorance of history.
The Nizam Family Welfare Association, which represents family member of Nizam Mir Osman Ali Khan, the last ruler of Hyderabad State, said the leaders of some political parties made the remarks out of their bias and ignorance of history.
Indian woman may face death penalty for carrying banned drugs in Indonesia | ummid.com
Indian woman may face death penalty for carrying banned drugs in Indonesia | ummid.com
The woman, who was arrested Jan 19, was charged with trafficking more than a kilogram of drugs and under the nation's strict drug laws she could face the death penalty, the Jakarta Globe quoted an official as saying Thursday.
The woman, who was arrested Jan 19, was charged with trafficking more than a kilogram of drugs and under the nation's strict drug laws she could face the death penalty, the Jakarta Globe quoted an official as saying Thursday.
India rebuffs Pakistan demand for driver's release | ummid.com
India rebuffs Pakistan demand for driver's release | ummid.com
As cross-border trade continues to be hit following the arrest of a Pakistani truck driver for allegedly ferrying 100 kg of brown sugar to India, the Indian government Thursday rebuffed Pakistan's demand for release of the driver and said he would have to face the "full force of Indian law".
As cross-border trade continues to be hit following the arrest of a Pakistani truck driver for allegedly ferrying 100 kg of brown sugar to India, the Indian government Thursday rebuffed Pakistan's demand for release of the driver and said he would have to face the "full force of Indian law".
Bangladesh's current account balance maintains surplus | ummid.com
Bangladesh's current account balance maintains surplus | ummid.com
The Bangladesh Bank official said the current account balance showed a surplus of $1,384 million during the first five months in 2013-14 fiscal year against a surplus of $433 million during the corresponding period of the previous fiscal year (July 2012-June 2013), reported Xinhua.
The Bangladesh Bank official said the current account balance showed a surplus of $1,384 million during the first five months in 2013-14 fiscal year against a surplus of $433 million during the corresponding period of the previous fiscal year (July 2012-June 2013), reported Xinhua.
National Commission for Women calls Mamata irresponsible | ummid.com
National Commission for Women calls Mamata irresponsible | ummid.com
"Taking cognizance of the inhuman incident, we have decided to send a team to West Bengal next week, which will probe not only this incident but all such incidents of crime against women which have recently occurred in West Bengal," Sharma told IANS.
"Taking cognizance of the inhuman incident, we have decided to send a team to West Bengal next week, which will probe not only this incident but all such incidents of crime against women which have recently occurred in West Bengal," Sharma told IANS.
Decide on deemed varsity status of 44 institutions, SC to UGC | ummid.com
Decide on deemed varsity status of 44 institutions, SC to UGC | ummid.com
Noting that there were three reports - one by the Tandon committee, another by the UGC and still another by the committee of officers, the court said the UGC "had no occasion to examine" the Tandon report and the other report has not been placed before the UGC.
Noting that there were three reports - one by the Tandon committee, another by the UGC and still another by the committee of officers, the court said the UGC "had no occasion to examine" the Tandon report and the other report has not been placed before the UGC.
Ramzan Ali: A crusader of rural sanitation | ummid.com
Ramzan Ali: A crusader of rural sanitation | ummid.com
Ten years ago Ramzan's toilet set worth Rs. 300/- without pipes and other accessories. Presently his products cost Rs. 800/- to Rs. 900/-. With pipes and other accessories his entire set of sanitary toilet now costs Rs. 1100/-.
Ten years ago Ramzan's toilet set worth Rs. 300/- without pipes and other accessories. Presently his products cost Rs. 800/- to Rs. 900/-. With pipes and other accessories his entire set of sanitary toilet now costs Rs. 1100/-.
Real estate firm Supertech to invest Rs.750 crore in setting up university | ummid.com
Real estate firm Supertech to invest Rs.750 crore in setting up university | ummid.com
The new institution named Supertech University will offer graduate, post-graduate, doctorate and specialised courses in a large number of subjects, including engineering and technology, law, management, fashion design, liberal arts, humanities, medical and social sciences.
The new institution named Supertech University will offer graduate, post-graduate, doctorate and specialised courses in a large number of subjects, including engineering and technology, law, management, fashion design, liberal arts, humanities, medical and social sciences.
Chinese lawmaker given death sentence for taking bribes | ummid.com
Chinese lawmaker given death sentence for taking bribes | ummid.com
Zhou Jianhua, former chairman of the standing committee of the People's Congress of Xinyu City, was convicted of taking 99 bribes to further others' interests while abusing his power, Xinhua quoted Zhang Zhonghou, head of the Jiangxi Higher People's Court, as saying.
Zhou Jianhua, former chairman of the standing committee of the People's Congress of Xinyu City, was convicted of taking 99 bribes to further others' interests while abusing his power, Xinhua quoted Zhang Zhonghou, head of the Jiangxi Higher People's Court, as saying.
Narendra Modi's hands soaked in blood, says Mulayam Singh Yadav | ummid.com
Narendra Modi's hands soaked in blood, says Mulayam Singh Yadav | ummid.com
Saying that his son and Chief Minister Akhilesh Yadav was running an ideal government in Uttar Pradesh, he said the Samajwadi Party did not differentiate between people on caste and community lines.
Saying that his son and Chief Minister Akhilesh Yadav was running an ideal government in Uttar Pradesh, he said the Samajwadi Party did not differentiate between people on caste and community lines.
Wednesday, January 22, 2014
AAP's mob rule: A wake-up call for all Indians | ummid.com
AAP's mob rule: A wake-up call for all Indians | ummid.com
The attempt to justify the intellectual promiscuity of prominent AAP leaders as reflecting freedom of expression and internal party democracy borders on the absurd. Activist Kumar Vishwas apparently has a very poor view of women in general and those from a particular part of the country, in particular.
The attempt to justify the intellectual promiscuity of prominent AAP leaders as reflecting freedom of expression and internal party democracy borders on the absurd. Activist Kumar Vishwas apparently has a very poor view of women in general and those from a particular part of the country, in particular.
Indian-American scholar Rakesh Khurana named Harvard College dean | ummid.com
Indian-American scholar Rakesh Khurana named Harvard College dean | ummid.com
Khurana, who earned his PhD through a joint programme between HBS and Harvard's Graduate School of Arts and Sciences in 1998, is also professor of sociology in the Faculty of Arts and Sciences (FAS), and co-master of Cabot House
Khurana, who earned his PhD through a joint programme between HBS and Harvard's Graduate School of Arts and Sciences in 1998, is also professor of sociology in the Faculty of Arts and Sciences (FAS), and co-master of Cabot House
Pakistani clothing brand Huma Nassr sets up shop in India | ummid.com
Pakistani clothing brand Huma Nassr sets up shop in India | ummid.com
Braahtii, a known clothing brand in Pakistan and the brain child of designer Huma Nassr, has made its foray in India with first-ever outlet opening here.
Braahtii, a known clothing brand in Pakistan and the brain child of designer Huma Nassr, has made its foray in India with first-ever outlet opening here.
Modi's Caste and Hindutva Political Strategies | ummid.com
Modi's Caste and Hindutva Political Strategies | ummid.com
RSS was also opposed to the national movement, which recognized the need for transformation of caste hierarchy, towards the values of equality. At this point of time the Hindutva ideologues like Golwalkar, upheld the Hindu holy books which had caste equations ingrained in them.
RSS was also opposed to the national movement, which recognized the need for transformation of caste hierarchy, towards the values of equality. At this point of time the Hindutva ideologues like Golwalkar, upheld the Hindu holy books which had caste equations ingrained in them.
Police did nothing to nab people involved in rape, arson in Muzaffarnagar | ummid.com
Police did nothing to nab people involved in rape, arson in Muzaffarnagar | ummid.com
80 percent of the people named in over 600 FIRs lodged have not been arrested, Supreme Court told
Gonsalves, who appeared for NGO ANHAD, told the court that the state government's records show that the reported death of children and old people have been confirmed by the government's inquiry reports.
80 percent of the people named in over 600 FIRs lodged have not been arrested, Supreme Court told
Gonsalves, who appeared for NGO ANHAD, told the court that the state government's records show that the reported death of children and old people have been confirmed by the government's inquiry reports.
Neeraj Ghaywan wins 2014 Sundance Institute award | ummid.com
Neeraj Ghaywan wins 2014 Sundance Institute award | ummid.com
The awards were presented by Rohit Khattar, chairman, Mumbai Mantra, Michelle Satter, founding director, Feature Film Program, Sundance Institute and Paul Federbush, international director, Feature Film Program, Sundance Institute.
The awards were presented by Rohit Khattar, chairman, Mumbai Mantra, Michelle Satter, founding director, Feature Film Program, Sundance Institute and Paul Federbush, international director, Feature Film Program, Sundance Institute.
Opposing Telangana bill, Kiran Reddy bats for united Andhra in Assembly | ummid.com
Opposing Telangana bill, Kiran Reddy bats for united Andhra in Assembly | ummid.com
With a decision yet to be taken on the state government's request for four more weeks for the debate on Andhra Pradesh Reorganisation Bill 2013, the chief minister began his speech on the historic bill for formation of a separate Telangana state.
With a decision yet to be taken on the state government's request for four more weeks for the debate on Andhra Pradesh Reorganisation Bill 2013, the chief minister began his speech on the historic bill for formation of a separate Telangana state.
Currency notes issued before 2005 to be withdrawn: RBI | ummid.com
Currency notes issued before 2005 to be withdrawn: RBI | ummid.com
Currency notes issued before 2005 will be completely withdrawn from circulation by the end of the current financial year ending March 31, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) said Wednesday.
Currency notes issued before 2005 will be completely withdrawn from circulation by the end of the current financial year ending March 31, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) said Wednesday.
Indian-origin man takes NZ$100,000 catch | ummid.com
Indian-origin man takes NZ$100,000 catch | ummid.com
Jatinder Singh, 23, from Te Aroha in Hamilton, has become the second winner of the competition, after Michael Morton from the city won the prize in the fifth ODI against the West Indies earlier this month at Seddon Park cricket stadium, Fairfax New Zealand reported.
Jatinder Singh, 23, from Te Aroha in Hamilton, has become the second winner of the competition, after Michael Morton from the city won the prize in the fifth ODI against the West Indies earlier this month at Seddon Park cricket stadium, Fairfax New Zealand reported.
LPG connection portability scheme launched pan-India | ummid.com
LPG connection portability scheme launched pan-India | ummid.com
Petroleum Minister M. Veerappa Moily Wednesday launched an all-India cooking gas (LPG) connections portability scheme across oil marketing companies (OMCs) and distributors which will allow consumers a choice from among a cluster of LPG distributors.
Petroleum Minister M. Veerappa Moily Wednesday launched an all-India cooking gas (LPG) connections portability scheme across oil marketing companies (OMCs) and distributors which will allow consumers a choice from among a cluster of LPG distributors.
Curtains that open with flick of a light switch! | ummid.com
Curtains that open with flick of a light switch! | ummid.com
"Within no time, the nanotubes absorbed light, converted it into heat and transferred the heat to the polycarbonate membrane's surface," said Ali Javey, associate professor of electrical engineering and computer sciences.
"Within no time, the nanotubes absorbed light, converted it into heat and transferred the heat to the polycarbonate membrane's surface," said Ali Javey, associate professor of electrical engineering and computer sciences.
India lose second ODI and No.1 rankings | ummid.com
India lose second ODI and No.1 rankings | ummid.com
Set a rain-revised daunting target of 297 in 42 overs, India riding on some stellar show by Virat Kohli (78) and Mahendra Singh Dhoni (56) came tantalisingly close and reached 277/9 in 41.3 overs as rain interrupted again for the third time. Later, the victory margin was revised to 15 runs in favour of New Zealand.
Set a rain-revised daunting target of 297 in 42 overs, India riding on some stellar show by Virat Kohli (78) and Mahendra Singh Dhoni (56) came tantalisingly close and reached 277/9 in 41.3 overs as rain interrupted again for the third time. Later, the victory margin was revised to 15 runs in favour of New Zealand.
Tuesday, January 21, 2014
Najeeb concedes to AAP demand, Kejriwal vs police face-off ends | ummid.com
Najeeb concedes to AAP demand, Kejriwal vs police face-off ends | ummid.com
Delhi's activist-turned-Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal called off a dramatic 33-hour street protest Tuesday evening after Lt Governor Najeeb Jung intervened to defuse a major crisis for the central government ahead of Republic Day, acting partially on the AAP's demand for action against five policemen.
Delhi's activist-turned-Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal called off a dramatic 33-hour street protest Tuesday evening after Lt Governor Najeeb Jung intervened to defuse a major crisis for the central government ahead of Republic Day, acting partially on the AAP's demand for action against five policemen.
26/11 Probe: A Seismic Book on Mumbai Terror Attack investigation | ummid.com
26/11 Probe: A Seismic Book on Mumbai Terror Attack investigation | ummid.com
Before I descant upon the contents of this volatile book, I must say that this book is devoid of any communal prejudice, despite being painstakingly penned by a former top cop (S M Mushrif, ex-Inspector General of Police, Maharashtra), who happens to be a Muslim but is above religiosity.
Before I descant upon the contents of this volatile book, I must say that this book is devoid of any communal prejudice, despite being painstakingly penned by a former top cop (S M Mushrif, ex-Inspector General of Police, Maharashtra), who happens to be a Muslim but is above religiosity.
Air India offers 50 percent discount on all domestic routes beginning Wednesday | ummid.com
Air India offers 50 percent discount on all domestic routes beginning Wednesday | ummid.com
'The scheme is unique as the fares are inclusive of all applicable taxes. The move will stimulate demand and help us in gaining market share as pre-bookings by passengers will ensure a high load factor during the lean travel season', an Air India official told IANS.
'The scheme is unique as the fares are inclusive of all applicable taxes. The move will stimulate demand and help us in gaining market share as pre-bookings by passengers will ensure a high load factor during the lean travel season', an Air India official told IANS.
Emergency declared in Bangkok | ummid.com
Emergency declared in Bangkok | ummid.com
Deputy Prime Minister Surapong Tovichakchaikul said the enforcement of the Emergency decree would cover Bangkok and parts of Nonthburi, Pathum Thani and Samut Prakan provinces effective Wednesday, the Bangkok Post reported.
Deputy Prime Minister Surapong Tovichakchaikul said the enforcement of the Emergency decree would cover Bangkok and parts of Nonthburi, Pathum Thani and Samut Prakan provinces effective Wednesday, the Bangkok Post reported.
British teacher visits Kerala school after five decades | ummid.com
British teacher visits Kerala school after five decades | ummid.com
Pendred was 21 years old when he graduated from the University of
Cambridge. As part of the Graduate Volunteer Service Organisation, he
was posted in August 1966 to teach English at the Kerala school.
Pendred was 21 years old when he graduated from the University of
Cambridge. As part of the Graduate Volunteer Service Organisation, he
was posted in August 1966 to teach English at the Kerala school.
Rights body urges India to end violence against women, minorities | ummid.com
Rights body urges India to end violence against women, minorities | ummid.com
The civil society groups, which play a crucial advocacy role in addressing these problems through protests and free expression, were increasingly at risk due to misused sedition laws and financial regulations.
The civil society groups, which play a crucial advocacy role in addressing these problems through protests and free expression, were increasingly at risk due to misused sedition laws and financial regulations.
'Aam Aadmi CM' spends night sleeping on road, remains resolute | ummid.com
'Aam Aadmi CM' spends night sleeping on road, remains resolute | ummid.com
As the afternoon turned to dusk, the 45-year-old activist-turned-politician who led his Aam Aadmi Party to a surprising victory in the assembly elections, shared his food with other AAP leaders and the cabinet ministers.
As the afternoon turned to dusk, the 45-year-old activist-turned-politician who led his Aam Aadmi Party to a surprising victory in the assembly elections, shared his food with other AAP leaders and the cabinet ministers.
Supreme Court order allows Business-Schools to retain autonomy | ummid.com
Supreme Court order allows Business-Schools to retain autonomy | ummid.com
The apex court, in its Jan 16 order, was acting on an application filed in December last year by the Education Promotion Society of India (EPSI). The body represents over 500 institutions of higher education.
The apex court, in its Jan 16 order, was acting on an application filed in December last year by the Education Promotion Society of India (EPSI). The body represents over 500 institutions of higher education.
Monday, January 20, 2014
UN Chief withdraws invitation to Iran for Syria talks in Geneva | ummid.com
UN Chief withdraws invitation to Iran for Syria talks in Geneva | ummid.com
A turmoil erupted after Iran, a major backer of Syrian President Bashar al-Assad, was invited Sunday to the Montreux meeting, scheduled for Wednesday and a prelude to actual talks planned for Friday between the Syrian government and opposition delegations.
A turmoil erupted after Iran, a major backer of Syrian President Bashar al-Assad, was invited Sunday to the Montreux meeting, scheduled for Wednesday and a prelude to actual talks planned for Friday between the Syrian government and opposition delegations.
Indian-American Muslims to campaign, raise funds for Kejriwal led AAP | ummid.com
Indian-American Muslims to campaign, raise funds for Kejriwal led AAP | ummid.com
Association of Indian Muslims of America, a renowned NGO based in Washington, on Monday appealed all Muslims to support and vote for the Aam Aadmi Party and said the association members will visit India during election time to campaign for the party which has recently formed the government in Delhi after historic victory.
Association of Indian Muslims of America, a renowned NGO based in Washington, on Monday appealed all Muslims to support and vote for the Aam Aadmi Party and said the association members will visit India during election time to campaign for the party which has recently formed the government in Delhi after historic victory.
Central government grants minority status to Jains | ummid.com
Central government grants minority status to Jains | ummid.com
Once recognized as a minority, the around 50 lakh strong community would get a share in central funds earmarked for welfare programmes and scholarships for minorities. They can also manage and administer their own educational institutions.
Once recognized as a minority, the around 50 lakh strong community would get a share in central funds earmarked for welfare programmes and scholarships for minorities. They can also manage and administer their own educational institutions.
Geneva Peace Talks: Syria's opposition threatens to pull out over Iran | ummid.com
Geneva Peace Talks: Syria's opposition threatens to pull out over Iran | ummid.com
UN secretary-general Ban Ki-moon said on Sunday that he had invited Tehran, President Bashar al-Assad's main backer, to attend the first day of talks on January 22 in Montreux, Switzerland, after it pledged to play a "positive and constructive role" if it was asked to participate, Al Jazeera reported.
UN secretary-general Ban Ki-moon said on Sunday that he had invited Tehran, President Bashar al-Assad's main backer, to attend the first day of talks on January 22 in Montreux, Switzerland, after it pledged to play a "positive and constructive role" if it was asked to participate, Al Jazeera reported.
Goa clinch table tennis golds at Lusofonia Games | ummid.com
Goa clinch table tennis golds at Lusofonia Games | ummid.com
The Goa women's team, comprising Patkar Madhurika, Ankita Das and Shamini Kumaresan beat their Portuguese counterparts Joana Fins, Raquel Andrade and Joana Mota 3-0 to clinch the gold.
The Goa women's team, comprising Patkar Madhurika, Ankita Das and Shamini Kumaresan beat their Portuguese counterparts Joana Fins, Raquel Andrade and Joana Mota 3-0 to clinch the gold.
Nalanda University gets Rs.27 billion aid | ummid.com
Nalanda University gets Rs.27 billion aid | ummid.com
The central government Monday decided to provide financial assistance of Rs.27.2 billion ($440 million) to the revived Nalanda University in Bihar's Rajgir district.
The central government Monday decided to provide financial assistance of Rs.27.2 billion ($440 million) to the revived Nalanda University in Bihar's Rajgir district.
Minister demands CBI probe into Kashmiri students' deaths in other states | ummid.com
Minister demands CBI probe into Kashmiri students' deaths in other states | ummid.com
Roads and Buildings Minister Abdul Majid Wani made the demand while referring to youth Khalid Mantoo, from Doda district of Jammu region, who was found dead under suspicious circumstances in Punjab's Hoshiarpur where he was pursuing an engineering course.
Roads and Buildings Minister Abdul Majid Wani made the demand while referring to youth Khalid Mantoo, from Doda district of Jammu region, who was found dead under suspicious circumstances in Punjab's Hoshiarpur where he was pursuing an engineering course.
Six Shiv Sena MPs wanted our party tickets for 2014, says NCP | ummid.com
Six Shiv Sena MPs wanted our party tickets for 2014, says NCP | ummid.com
NCP's Maharashtra unit chief Bhaskar Jadhav, a former Shiv Sena leader, told media persons that the six SS MPs - whom he did not identify - also wanted the NCP to break its alliance with the Congress.
NCP's Maharashtra unit chief Bhaskar Jadhav, a former Shiv Sena leader, told media persons that the six SS MPs - whom he did not identify - also wanted the NCP to break its alliance with the Congress.
Mushawerat president Zafarul Islam Khan calls to revise Muslim Personal Law | ummid.com
Mushawerat president Zafarul Islam Khan calls to revise Muslim Personal Law | ummid.com
Stating that the current form has several lacunae, President of All India Majlise Mushawarat (AIMM) Zafarul Islam Khan on Sunday demanded that the Muslim Personal Law in the country be revised in accordance with the Islamic Shariat.
Stating that the current form has several lacunae, President of All India Majlise Mushawarat (AIMM) Zafarul Islam Khan on Sunday demanded that the Muslim Personal Law in the country be revised in accordance with the Islamic Shariat.
Maharashtra cuts power tariff by 20 percent across all sectors | ummid.com
Maharashtra cuts power tariff by 20 percent across all sectors | ummid.com
In a major pre-election initiative, the Maharashtra government Monday slashed power tariff by 20 percent across all sectors.
In a major pre-election initiative, the Maharashtra government Monday slashed power tariff by 20 percent across all sectors.
'Anarchist' Kejriwal turns protester, Shinde tells him to respect CM office | ummid.com
'Anarchist' Kejriwal turns protester, Shinde tells him to respect CM office | ummid.com
Home Minister Sushilkumar Shinde, who supervises Delhi Police, rejected the demand, saying police could not be put under the city government as Delhi was the national capital. He also gently asked Kejriwal to call off his protest keeping in mind the stature of the chief minister's office.
Home Minister Sushilkumar Shinde, who supervises Delhi Police, rejected the demand, saying police could not be put under the city government as Delhi was the national capital. He also gently asked Kejriwal to call off his protest keeping in mind the stature of the chief minister's office.
Human arm sensors are here | ummid.com
Human arm sensors are here | ummid.com
These unique arm sensors can 'read' a person's muscle movements - thus creating a movement that is more friendly to robots - and simultaneously making robots more intelligent, said a press release issued by Georgia Institute of Technology in the US.
These unique arm sensors can 'read' a person's muscle movements - thus creating a movement that is more friendly to robots - and simultaneously making robots more intelligent, said a press release issued by Georgia Institute of Technology in the US.
Saudi Arabia withdraws time-share concept for non-Saudis | ummid.com
Saudi Arabia withdraws time-share concept for non-Saudis | ummid.com
Makkah draws up to two million Muslims to the annual Haj pilgrimage, when they spend weeks in the holy city. This prompts increased demand for a variety of accommodation, from shared rooms in flats to luxury rooms in the city's upcoming five star hotels.
Makkah draws up to two million Muslims to the annual Haj pilgrimage, when they spend weeks in the holy city. This prompts increased demand for a variety of accommodation, from shared rooms in flats to luxury rooms in the city's upcoming five star hotels.
Computer application to reveal if your boss is an egoist! | ummid.com
Computer application to reveal if your boss is an egoist! | ummid.com
As part of the study, researchers used the programme to analyse nearly 1,800 publicly available transcripts of television interviews and conference calls with stock analysts, as well as print interviews from 150 CEOs from Fortune 100 companies.
As part of the study, researchers used the programme to analyse nearly 1,800 publicly available transcripts of television interviews and conference calls with stock analysts, as well as print interviews from 150 CEOs from Fortune 100 companies.
India tests n-capable, 4,000-km range missile | ummid.com
India tests n-capable, 4,000-km range missile | ummid.com
The 20-metre tall missile weighs 17 tonnes and has two stages of solid propulsion. Considered to be one of its kinds in the world, the missile's last test conducted from the same defence base Sep 19, 2012, was successful.
The 20-metre tall missile weighs 17 tonnes and has two stages of solid propulsion. Considered to be one of its kinds in the world, the missile's last test conducted from the same defence base Sep 19, 2012, was successful.
Sunday, January 19, 2014
Delhi Chief Minister Kejriwal stopped from reaching protest venue | ummid.com
Delhi Chief Minister Kejriwal stopped from reaching protest venue | ummid.com
A posse of police personnel was deployed and there was a double layer of barricading on Rafi Marg and Raisina Road, which leads to North Block where the union home ministry office is located.
A posse of police personnel was deployed and there was a double layer of barricading on Rafi Marg and Raisina Road, which leads to North Block where the union home ministry office is located.
Inspiring accounts of Dalits who became millionaires | ummid.com
Inspiring accounts of Dalits who became millionaires | ummid.com
Harish's remarkable success story is one of the 15 fascinating and moving accounts of Dalits who made it big - battling the greatest of odds. The stories are an eye opener on the struggles the Dalits wage even today, and the sheer determination amongst some to succeed but without deviating from the path of honesty.
Harish's remarkable success story is one of the 15 fascinating and moving accounts of Dalits who made it big - battling the greatest of odds. The stories are an eye opener on the struggles the Dalits wage even today, and the sheer determination amongst some to succeed but without deviating from the path of honesty.
'Unaware' she is pregnant, Nun gives birth to a boy in Italy | ummid.com
'Unaware' she is pregnant, Nun gives birth to a boy in Italy | ummid.com
All the other nuns at the convent were also unaware of the pregnancy and were "shocked" at the birth, the priest said.
All the other nuns at the convent were also unaware of the pregnancy and were "shocked" at the birth, the priest said.
Kejriwal to lead protest against Delhi police despite prohibitory orders | ummid.com
Kejriwal to lead protest against Delhi police despite prohibitory orders | ummid.com
The party has alleged that the policemen did not cooperate with Delhi Law Minister Somnath Bharti during his vigilante-style raid Wednesday night and on minister Rakhi Birla's complaint concerning "improper action" in a dowry case.
The party has alleged that the policemen did not cooperate with Delhi Law Minister Somnath Bharti during his vigilante-style raid Wednesday night and on minister Rakhi Birla's complaint concerning "improper action" in a dowry case.
OIC concerned over killing of Rohingya Muslims in Myanmar | ummid.com
OIC concerned over killing of Rohingya Muslims in Myanmar | ummid.com
"They also represent a grave violation of the Myanmar government's international commitments to protect civilians as well as breaking the statements signed between the OIC's ministerial contact group and Myanmar authorities during the group's visit from Nov 14-16, 2013," he added.
"They also represent a grave violation of the Myanmar government's international commitments to protect civilians as well as breaking the statements signed between the OIC's ministerial contact group and Myanmar authorities during the group's visit from Nov 14-16, 2013," he added.
'Regional powers could ensure stability in Afghanistan after US withdrawal' | ummid.com
'Regional powers could ensure stability in Afghanistan after US withdrawal' | ummid.com
There is uncertainty about Afghanistan after the scheduled withdrawal of US troops but the region is not the same as it was in 1989 when the Soviet military pulled out and the presence of responsible regional powers like India and China might help to ensure stability in the embattled nation, say experts.
There is uncertainty about Afghanistan after the scheduled withdrawal of US troops but the region is not the same as it was in 1989 when the Soviet military pulled out and the presence of responsible regional powers like India and China might help to ensure stability in the embattled nation, say experts.
Punjab Cong leaders on hunger strike seeking CBI probe in drugs racket | ummid.com
Punjab Cong leaders on hunger strike seeking CBI probe in drugs racket | ummid.com
State Congress president Pratap Singh Bajwa and other leaders sat on hunger strike at the Congress Bhawan here. Alleging that Punjab's Revenue Minister Bikram Singh Majithia was involved in the drugs racket, the protestors sought his dismissal from the government and his immediate arrest.
State Congress president Pratap Singh Bajwa and other leaders sat on hunger strike at the Congress Bhawan here. Alleging that Punjab's Revenue Minister Bikram Singh Majithia was involved in the drugs racket, the protestors sought his dismissal from the government and his immediate arrest.
Rights activists accuse Myanmar forces of killing, raping Rohingya Muslims | ummid.com
Rights activists accuse Myanmar forces of killing, raping Rohingya Muslims | ummid.com
Human rights activists have accused the Burmese police forces of killing at least 16 Rohingya Muslims and kidnapping 100 more in a village located in an isolated corner of Burma to cover-up a recent discovery of a mass grave, International Business Times UK reported.
Human rights activists have accused the Burmese police forces of killing at least 16 Rohingya Muslims and kidnapping 100 more in a village located in an isolated corner of Burma to cover-up a recent discovery of a mass grave, International Business Times UK reported.
India Vs New Zealand: India lose first One-Day International | ummid.com
India Vs New Zealand: India lose first One-Day International | ummid.com
Anderson bludgeoned his way to a half-century in just 30 balls. New Zealand benefited immensely as Anderson and Luke Ronchi (30 off 18 balls) combined well to rack up 50 runs off just five overs.
Anderson bludgeoned his way to a half-century in just 30 balls. New Zealand benefited immensely as Anderson and Luke Ronchi (30 off 18 balls) combined well to rack up 50 runs off just five overs.
Don't be overconfident, Advani cautions BJP | ummid.com
Don't be overconfident, Advani cautions BJP | ummid.com
Advani, who almost resigned from the party when Modi was made head of the BJP election campaign committee last year, said he has never seen the party brimming with such confidence.
Advani, who almost resigned from the party when Modi was made head of the BJP election campaign committee last year, said he has never seen the party brimming with such confidence.
India, UAE to cooperate for solar, wind energy | ummid.com
India, UAE to cooperate for solar, wind energy | ummid.com
India's Minister of New and Renewable Energy Farooq Abdullah and Sultan Ahmed Al Jaber, minister of state and the UAE's special envoy for energy and climate change, Saturday signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) for cooperation in these areas in Abu Dhabi.
India's Minister of New and Renewable Energy Farooq Abdullah and Sultan Ahmed Al Jaber, minister of state and the UAE's special envoy for energy and climate change, Saturday signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) for cooperation in these areas in Abu Dhabi.
AAP candidate against Ram Vilas Paswan will be a cobbler or rickshaw puller | ummid.com
AAP candidate against Ram Vilas Paswan will be a cobbler or rickshaw puller | ummid.com
The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) will field a cobbler or rickshaw puller against Lok Janshakti Party (LJP) leader Ram Vilas Paswan in the Lok Sabha election, a party leader said Sunday.
The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) will field a cobbler or rickshaw puller against Lok Janshakti Party (LJP) leader Ram Vilas Paswan in the Lok Sabha election, a party leader said Sunday.
Post 9/11, US has taken targeted killings to new high: Mark Mazzetti | ummid.com
Post 9/11, US has taken targeted killings to new high: Mark Mazzetti | ummid.com
"There has been no point when the American president had the power to decide about the life or death of an individual in a foreign land," Mazzetti, who is the national security correspondent with the New York Times, said in an interview to IANS at the Jaipur Literary Festival 2014 here.
"There has been no point when the American president had the power to decide about the life or death of an individual in a foreign land," Mazzetti, who is the national security correspondent with the New York Times, said in an interview to IANS at the Jaipur Literary Festival 2014 here.
AAP Effect: Winds of change sweep through Delhi Secretariat | ummid.com
AAP Effect: Winds of change sweep through Delhi Secretariat | ummid.com
Be it the issues related to inadequate water supplies, inflated electricity bills or even giving advice to Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal on how to run the government efficiently, people from all walks of life are heading to the secretariat in the heart of Delhi to get their concerns addressed.
Be it the issues related to inadequate water supplies, inflated electricity bills or even giving advice to Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal on how to run the government efficiently, people from all walks of life are heading to the secretariat in the heart of Delhi to get their concerns addressed.
Saturday, January 18, 2014
Brain captures vision, sound differently yet perfectly | ummid.com
Brain captures vision, sound differently yet perfectly | ummid.com
The new finding also opens up a mystery. If neurons respond differently to visual and auditory stimuli at similar locations in space, then the underlying mechanism of how vision captures sound is now somewhat uncertain, said the study published in the journal PLOS ONE.
The new finding also opens up a mystery. If neurons respond differently to visual and auditory stimuli at similar locations in space, then the underlying mechanism of how vision captures sound is now somewhat uncertain, said the study published in the journal PLOS ONE.
Indian-American Meera Chandrasekhar wins US Great Teaching award | ummid.com
Indian-American Meera Chandrasekhar wins US Great Teaching award | ummid.com
Chandrasekhar will receive the $250,000 award and an additional $25,000 for the physics department at the University of Missouri. She is expected to teach in residence at Baylor, a top Texas Christian University, during the spring 2015 semester.
Chandrasekhar will receive the $250,000 award and an additional $25,000 for the physics department at the University of Missouri. She is expected to teach in residence at Baylor, a top Texas Christian University, during the spring 2015 semester.
Iranian diplomat Ali Asghar Assadi killed in Yemen | ummid.com
Iranian diplomat Ali Asghar Assadi killed in Yemen | ummid.com
"The diplomat who is in charge of finance at the Iranian embassy in Sanaa was shot on Saturday afternoon by gunmen driving a car near a supermarket on the Hadda street in downtown the capital, about 100 metres north of the Iranian embassy," the official said requesting anonymity.
"The diplomat who is in charge of finance at the Iranian embassy in Sanaa was shot on Saturday afternoon by gunmen driving a car near a supermarket on the Hadda street in downtown the capital, about 100 metres north of the Iranian embassy," the official said requesting anonymity.
Dawoodi Bohra spiritual head laid to rest with full state honours | ummid.com
Dawoodi Bohra spiritual head laid to rest with full state honours | ummid.com
The funeral ceremonies, attended by lakhs of people from different communities, started around 10 a.m. in the morning against the backdrop of 18 mourners killed in a stampede a few hours before.
The funeral ceremonies, attended by lakhs of people from different communities, started around 10 a.m. in the morning against the backdrop of 18 mourners killed in a stampede a few hours before.
Tharoor's wife Sunanda Pushkar cremated, mystery surrounds her death | ummid.com
Tharoor's wife Sunanda Pushkar cremated, mystery surrounds her death | ummid.com
Tharoor, 57, who was himself admitted to the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) for 11 hours after he complained of chest pain Friday, broke down many times. He accompanied Pushkar's body in the ambulance to their residence at 97, Lodhi Estate and then later to the crematorium.
Tharoor, 57, who was himself admitted to the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) for 11 hours after he complained of chest pain Friday, broke down many times. He accompanied Pushkar's body in the ambulance to their residence at 97, Lodhi Estate and then later to the crematorium.
Government invites applications for Lokpal chairperson, members | ummid.com
Government invites applications for Lokpal chairperson, members | ummid.com
It said the government circulated these vacancies to the Supreme Court registrar, registrars of high court, chief secretaries of state governments and secretaries in the central government calling for nomination of eligible candidates.
It said the government circulated these vacancies to the Supreme Court registrar, registrars of high court, chief secretaries of state governments and secretaries in the central government calling for nomination of eligible candidates.
Congress is using AAP as 'mask' to stop BJP, says Rajnath Singh | ummid.com
Congress is using AAP as 'mask' to stop BJP, says Rajnath Singh | ummid.com
While the party appeared confident of coming to power and correcting the economy, the party president remarked that the Congress is using a "mask" to stop the BJP from coming to power, making an oblique reference to AAP.
While the party appeared confident of coming to power and correcting the economy, the party president remarked that the Congress is using a "mask" to stop the BJP from coming to power, making an oblique reference to AAP.
Ruling Samajwadi Party blamed for Muzaffarnagar riots | ummid.com
Ruling Samajwadi Party blamed for Muzaffarnagar riots | ummid.com
"The riot affected are not going back to villages because the Uttar Pradesh police has not registered cases against people who looted and burnt houses. If Mulayam Singh is so secular then why hasn't he visited the camps even once," Shehzad Poonawalla, an activist who has been working with the riot victims, said at a discussion on the media's role in Muzaffarnagar riots at the Press Club of India here.
"The riot affected are not going back to villages because the Uttar Pradesh police has not registered cases against people who looted and burnt houses. If Mulayam Singh is so secular then why hasn't he visited the camps even once," Shehzad Poonawalla, an activist who has been working with the riot victims, said at a discussion on the media's role in Muzaffarnagar riots at the Press Club of India here.
Cyrus Mistry wins DSC Prize for South Asian Literature | ummid.com
Cyrus Mistry wins DSC Prize for South Asian Literature | ummid.com
The other five nominated were: Mohsin Hamid's "How to Get Filthy Rich in Rising Asia", Sri Lankan Nayomi Munaweera's "Island of a Thousand Mirrors", Nadeem Aslam's "The Blind Man's Garden" and two translations - "Book of Destruction" by Anand and Benyamin's "Goat Days".
The other five nominated were: Mohsin Hamid's "How to Get Filthy Rich in Rising Asia", Sri Lankan Nayomi Munaweera's "Island of a Thousand Mirrors", Nadeem Aslam's "The Blind Man's Garden" and two translations - "Book of Destruction" by Anand and Benyamin's "Goat Days".
Sexual Harassment At Star – ABP News Ignored by all | ummid.com
Sexual Harassment At Star – ABP News Ignored by all | ummid.com
Sayema Sahar's Molestation Saga is Missed in the Glamour World
The 24×7 channels which keep crying for morality, truth and women's rights find hard to see their own faces in the mirror when someone shows them their distorted faces. There are several cases of on and off duty female journalists and off screen women being sexually harassed, abused and even physically attacked by their bosses or co-workers but these cases rarely come into the limelight.
Sayema Sahar's Molestation Saga is Missed in the Glamour World
The 24×7 channels which keep crying for morality, truth and women's rights find hard to see their own faces in the mirror when someone shows them their distorted faces. There are several cases of on and off duty female journalists and off screen women being sexually harassed, abused and even physically attacked by their bosses or co-workers but these cases rarely come into the limelight.
Actor Mithun Chakraborty nominted for Rajya Sabha | ummid.com
Actor Mithun Chakraborty nominted for Rajya Sabha | ummid.com
"In our state, five Rajya Sabha members will be elected this time. One of these seats will be given to Mithun Chakraborty from the All India Trinamool Congress. Chakraborty is a well-known film personality. He has devoted his life to the cause of cultural and social activities with great success," Banerjee said on her official Facebook page.
"In our state, five Rajya Sabha members will be elected this time. One of these seats will be given to Mithun Chakraborty from the All India Trinamool Congress. Chakraborty is a well-known film personality. He has devoted his life to the cause of cultural and social activities with great success," Banerjee said on her official Facebook page.
Religion, Peace and Violence | ummid.com
Religion, Peace and Violence | ummid.com
What has the moral teachings of religion to do with all this? Nothing whatsoever. Still the popular perceptions and propaganda of the religious nationalist groups has been so pernicious that a 'social common sense' has been created, which gives credence to the role of religion in this violence.
What has the moral teachings of religion to do with all this? Nothing whatsoever. Still the popular perceptions and propaganda of the religious nationalist groups has been so pernicious that a 'social common sense' has been created, which gives credence to the role of religion in this violence.
Clamour for Rahul to contest LS polls from Karnataka | ummid.com
Clamour for Rahul to contest LS polls from Karnataka | ummid.com
Speculation that Rahul Gandhi seems to be interested in entering the next Lok Sabha from Karnataka started in a section of the party's state unit about three months ago. However, no one gave any reason for starting such talk when there was no indication from Rahul Gandhi to that effect - for instance, frequent visits to the state.
Speculation that Rahul Gandhi seems to be interested in entering the next Lok Sabha from Karnataka started in a section of the party's state unit about three months ago. However, no one gave any reason for starting such talk when there was no indication from Rahul Gandhi to that effect - for instance, frequent visits to the state.
Friday, January 17, 2014
BJP, Cong creating insecurity among minorities for political gains, says Shazia Ilmi | ummid.com
BJP, Cong creating insecurity among minorities for political gains, says Shazia Ilmi | ummid.com
Aam Aadmi Party spokesperson Shazia Ilmi Friday accused the Congress and the BJP of creating insecurity among the minorities, especially the Muslims, for vested political interests and using them as mere 'vote bank'.
Aam Aadmi Party spokesperson Shazia Ilmi Friday accused the Congress and the BJP of creating insecurity among the minorities, especially the Muslims, for vested political interests and using them as mere 'vote bank'.
Narendra Modi is 'America's other India Problem', says Time magazine | ummid.com
Narendra Modi is 'America's other India Problem', says Time magazine | ummid.com
In 2005, the State Department revoked Modi's visa under an American law that bars a foreign official who "was responsible for or directly carried out ... particularly severe violations of religious freedom," Crowley recalled.
In 2005, the State Department revoked Modi's visa under an American law that bars a foreign official who "was responsible for or directly carried out ... particularly severe violations of religious freedom," Crowley recalled.
NHRC appreciates UP govt for post-riot rehabilitation of victims | ummid.com
NHRC appreciates UP govt for post-riot rehabilitation of victims | ummid.com
Facing flak over its handling of the post-riot rehabilitation of riot survivors in Muzaffarnagar and Shamli, the Uttar Pradesh government Friday got a back-handed pat from the National Human Rights Commission (NHRC).
Facing flak over its handling of the post-riot rehabilitation of riot survivors in Muzaffarnagar and Shamli, the Uttar Pradesh government Friday got a back-handed pat from the National Human Rights Commission (NHRC).
Rest in peace, Sunanda: Pakistani journalist | ummid.com
Rest in peace, Sunanda: Pakistani journalist | ummid.com
A Pakistani journalist accused of having an affair with Minister of State Shashi Tharoor Friday expressed shock over Sunanda Pushakar's mysterious death.
A Pakistani journalist accused of having an affair with Minister of State Shashi Tharoor Friday expressed shock over Sunanda Pushakar's mysterious death.
Shashi Tharoor's wife Sunanda Pushkar found dead in hotel | ummid.com
Shashi Tharoor's wife Sunanda Pushkar found dead in hotel | ummid.com
On Thursday, Tharoor and Pushkar issued a joint statement saying they were distressed by an "unseemly controversy" over some "unauthorized tweets" posted from their Twitter accounts and that both were "happily married and intend to remain that way".
On Thursday, Tharoor and Pushkar issued a joint statement saying they were distressed by an "unseemly controversy" over some "unauthorized tweets" posted from their Twitter accounts and that both were "happily married and intend to remain that way".
Prof. Zikrur Rahman conferred India's highest Arabic Scholar's Award | ummid.com
Prof. Zikrur Rahman conferred India's highest Arabic Scholar's Award | ummid.com
The award carries a Certificate of Honour, a citation and Rs.500,000. Rahman was among the eminent scholars of Sanskrit, Pali/Prakrit, Arabic and Persian and the Maharishi Badrayan Vyas Samman who were honoured by the president at a ceremony in the Durbar Hall of Rashtrapati Bhavan.
The award carries a Certificate of Honour, a citation and Rs.500,000. Rahman was among the eminent scholars of Sanskrit, Pali/Prakrit, Arabic and Persian and the Maharishi Badrayan Vyas Samman who were honoured by the president at a ceremony in the Durbar Hall of Rashtrapati Bhavan.
Rahul rules himself out as PM candidate, says MPs will decide | ummid.com
Rahul rules himself out as PM candidate, says MPs will decide | ummid.com
"If you read India's constitution, it is written there that the prime minister is chosen by Members of Parliament. We are a democratic party and take democratic decisions," he said at the Congress party plenary, the All India Congress Committee, meeting at the packed Talkatora Stadium here.
"If you read India's constitution, it is written there that the prime minister is chosen by Members of Parliament. We are a democratic party and take democratic decisions," he said at the Congress party plenary, the All India Congress Committee, meeting at the packed Talkatora Stadium here.
Armed with nuke certificate, Iran to enter Syria conference | ummid.com
Armed with nuke certificate, Iran to enter Syria conference | ummid.com
Coming Monday, the process of implementation of the agreement begins. This will be simultaneously accompanied by a "corresponding" lifting of sanctions. The six-month period has been divided into 180 days.
Coming Monday, the process of implementation of the agreement begins. This will be simultaneously accompanied by a "corresponding" lifting of sanctions. The six-month period has been divided into 180 days.
Narendra Modi poses great danger to India, says Ved Mehta | ummid.com
Narendra Modi poses great danger to India, says Ved Mehta | ummid.com
"He (Modi) will be a great danger to India because of his thinking differentiating between Hindus and Muslims," said the 80-year-old who has written several books despite losing his sight at the age of four.
"He (Modi) will be a great danger to India because of his thinking differentiating between Hindus and Muslims," said the 80-year-old who has written several books despite losing his sight at the age of four.
Spiritual head of Dawoodi Bohras Mohammed Burhanuddin is dead | ummid.com
Spiritual head of Dawoodi Bohras Mohammed Burhanuddin is dead | ummid.com
searchSyedna Mohammed Burhanuddin dead, Syedna Mohammed Burhanuddin health, bohra spiritual leader dead
searchSyedna Mohammed Burhanuddin dead, Syedna Mohammed Burhanuddin health, bohra spiritual leader dead
Thursday, January 16, 2014
The AAP Revolution | ummid.com
The AAP Revolution | ummid.com
The unique feat that the AAP achieved in Delhi was that through their door to door campaign on the issue of inflated energy bills, promise of free water upto 700 litres per person per day, promise to halt demolition of slums until alternative accommodation was provided, and on anti-corruption plank, it could mobilize the middle class as well as the slum dwellers of Delhi to vote for it!
The unique feat that the AAP achieved in Delhi was that through their door to door campaign on the issue of inflated energy bills, promise of free water upto 700 litres per person per day, promise to halt demolition of slums until alternative accommodation was provided, and on anti-corruption plank, it could mobilize the middle class as well as the slum dwellers of Delhi to vote for it!
Poet Pradeep's family seeks apology from BJP minister | ummid.com
Poet Pradeep's family seeks apology from BJP minister | ummid.com
The late Pradeep's daughters - Mitul Pradeep and Sargam Thaker - asked Environment Minister Kailash Vijayvargiya to apologize for reportedly saying that the nationally revered poet "deserves to be slapped, boxed and kicked" for praising Mahatma Gandhi.
The late Pradeep's daughters - Mitul Pradeep and Sargam Thaker - asked Environment Minister Kailash Vijayvargiya to apologize for reportedly saying that the nationally revered poet "deserves to be slapped, boxed and kicked" for praising Mahatma Gandhi.
SanDisk's Sanjay Mehrotra named CEO of the Year | ummid.com
SanDisk's Sanjay Mehrotra named CEO of the Year | ummid.com
Sanjay Mehrotra, the Indian-American Chief Executive Officer of SanDisk, leading maker of flash memory devices, has been named the 2013 CEO of the Year by the Entrepreneurs' Foundation of the Silicon Valley Community Foundation (SVCF).
Sanjay Mehrotra, the Indian-American Chief Executive Officer of SanDisk, leading maker of flash memory devices, has been named the 2013 CEO of the Year by the Entrepreneurs' Foundation of the Silicon Valley Community Foundation (SVCF).
Wednesday, January 15, 2014
Hindutva proponent V.D. Savarkar and his 'Urdu poetry' | ummid.com
Hindutva proponent V.D. Savarkar and his 'Urdu poetry' | ummid.com
Fourth, he set about dividing the prisoners on religious and linguistic lines as soon as he arrived in Andamans. As many as ninety percent of prisoners used Urdu for their correspondence with relatives and jail authorities prior to Savarkar's arrival. Savarkar urged them to discard the use of Urdu and instead use Hindi or other regional language.
Fourth, he set about dividing the prisoners on religious and linguistic lines as soon as he arrived in Andamans. As many as ninety percent of prisoners used Urdu for their correspondence with relatives and jail authorities prior to Savarkar's arrival. Savarkar urged them to discard the use of Urdu and instead use Hindi or other regional language.
Danish woman gang raped, robbed in Delhi | ummid.com
Danish woman gang raped, robbed in Delhi | ummid.com
A 51-year-old Danish woman was robbed and raped by a group of men near the New Delhi railway station, police said Wednesday.
A 51-year-old Danish woman was robbed and raped by a group of men near the New Delhi railway station, police said Wednesday.
Tuesday, January 14, 2014
People behind the huge success of Malegaon Urdu Kitab Mela | ummid.com
People behind the huge success of Malegaon Urdu Kitab Mela | ummid.com
And when finally the Urdu Kitab Mela came to an end at around 11:00 pm on January 12, the Malegaonians had bought books worth Rs.87,48,757/- rupees – a record sale by any of the NCPUL's last 13 book fairs including the ones in Delhi, Mumbai, Bangalore and Lucknow.
And when finally the Urdu Kitab Mela came to an end at around 11:00 pm on January 12, the Malegaonians had bought books worth Rs.87,48,757/- rupees – a record sale by any of the NCPUL's last 13 book fairs including the ones in Delhi, Mumbai, Bangalore and Lucknow.
India, China ranked 'unfree' in Economic Freedom index | ummid.com
India, China ranked 'unfree' in Economic Freedom index | ummid.com
Asia's two economic giants, India and China, have been rated "unfree" and ranked 120th and 137th respectively, in the 2014 Index of Economic Freedom by US think tank Heritage Foundation and the Wall Street Journal.
Asia's two economic giants, India and China, have been rated "unfree" and ranked 120th and 137th respectively, in the 2014 Index of Economic Freedom by US think tank Heritage Foundation and the Wall Street Journal.
myEight with engineering background score 100 percentile in CAT 2013 | ummid.com
Eight with engineering background score 100 percentile in CAT 2013 | ummid.com
Eight students with engineering background have scored 100 percentile in the Common Admission Test (CAT) results declared Tuesday for admission to India's top B-schools, an official said.
Eight students with engineering background have scored 100 percentile in the Common Admission Test (CAT) results declared Tuesday for admission to India's top B-schools, an official said.
In Modi land, Salman Khan says God will decide on best man to become PM | ummid.com
In Modi land, Salman Khan says God will decide on best man to become PM | ummid.com
Bollywood superstar Salman Khan, who attended a kite flying festival here Tuesday alongwith Gujarat Chief Minister Narendra Modi, said god would decide who is the best man to become the prime minister.
Bollywood superstar Salman Khan, who attended a kite flying festival here Tuesday alongwith Gujarat Chief Minister Narendra Modi, said god would decide who is the best man to become the prime minister.
Online voting system at Presidency University | ummid.com
Online voting system at Presidency University | ummid.com
Bollywood superstar Salman Khan, who attended a kite flying festival here Tuesday alongwith Gujarat Chief Minister Narendra Modi, said god would decide who is the best man to become the prime minister.
Bollywood superstar Salman Khan, who attended a kite flying festival here Tuesday alongwith Gujarat Chief Minister Narendra Modi, said god would decide who is the best man to become the prime minister.
CAT 2013 results now available online | ummid.com
CAT 2013 results now available online | ummid.com
CAT 2013 was conducted in 76 test centres across 40 cities over a 20-day testing window from Oct 16 to Nov 11, 2013.
CAT 2013 was conducted in 76 test centres across 40 cities over a 20-day testing window from Oct 16 to Nov 11, 2013.
Monday, January 13, 2014
'Decide today to live The Prophet's Sunnah' | ummid.com
'Decide today to live The Prophet's Sunnah' | ummid.com
I believe that in the occasion of the Prophet's birthday we need to live his Sunnah (Prophet's way of life and morals) and follow in his footsteps. Living the Sunnah is part and parcel of the sound Islamic faith. Whoever looks for God's pleasure should follow the example of his Prophet (peace and blessings be on him).
I believe that in the occasion of the Prophet's birthday we need to live his Sunnah (Prophet's way of life and morals) and follow in his footsteps. Living the Sunnah is part and parcel of the sound Islamic faith. Whoever looks for God's pleasure should follow the example of his Prophet (peace and blessings be on him).
'Decide today to live The Prophet's Sunnah' | ummid.com
'Decide today to live The Prophet's Sunnah' | ummid.com
I believe that in the occasion of the Prophet's birthday we need to live his Sunnah (Prophet's way of life and morals) and follow in his footsteps. Living the Sunnah is part and parcel of the sound Islamic faith. Whoever looks for God's pleasure should follow the example of his Prophet (peace and blessings be on him).
I believe that in the occasion of the Prophet's birthday we need to live his Sunnah (Prophet's way of life and morals) and follow in his footsteps. Living the Sunnah is part and parcel of the sound Islamic faith. Whoever looks for God's pleasure should follow the example of his Prophet (peace and blessings be on him).
German diplomats survive attack in Saudi Arabia | ummid.com
German diplomats survive attack in Saudi Arabia | ummid.com
A vehicle owned by the German embassy was hit by gunfire from unknown assailants in Awwamiyya town, a police spokesman said. "The vehicle was burned, but the two German diplomats onboard survived the incident with the help of a Saudi citizen," Xinhua quoted him as saying.
A vehicle owned by the German embassy was hit by gunfire from unknown assailants in Awwamiyya town, a police spokesman said. "The vehicle was burned, but the two German diplomats onboard survived the incident with the help of a Saudi citizen," Xinhua quoted him as saying.
Arvind Kejriwal-led Delhi govt to reverse FDI in multi-brand retail | ummid.com
Arvind Kejriwal-led Delhi govt to reverse FDI in multi-brand retail | ummid.com
In a letter to the department of industrial policy and promotion (DIPP), the Delhi government asked the central government to remove Delhi from the list of the states that have allowed FDI in multi-brand retail.
In a letter to the department of industrial policy and promotion (DIPP), the Delhi government asked the central government to remove Delhi from the list of the states that have allowed FDI in multi-brand retail.
'All sold out' signs on most of stalls on last day of Malegaon Urdu book fair | ummid.com
'All sold out' signs on most of stalls on last day of Malegaon Urdu book fair | ummid.com
National Council for Promotion of Urdu Language's ten-day All India Urdu Book Fair in Malegaon ends with a new sale record of Rs.87,48,757
The Malegaonians continued to throng the JAT Complex on Sunday - the last day of the ten-day All India Urdu Book Fair organised by the National Council of Promotion for Urdu Language (NCPUL) in the city till past mid-night even as empty racks and 'All sold out' and 'No stock' signs greeted them at most of the stocks.
National Council for Promotion of Urdu Language's ten-day All India Urdu Book Fair in Malegaon ends with a new sale record of Rs.87,48,757
The Malegaonians continued to throng the JAT Complex on Sunday - the last day of the ten-day All India Urdu Book Fair organised by the National Council of Promotion for Urdu Language (NCPUL) in the city till past mid-night even as empty racks and 'All sold out' and 'No stock' signs greeted them at most of the stocks.
Government considering reservation for minorities | ummid.com
Government considering reservation for minorities | ummid.com
"The ministry is looking into recommendations of the Justice Ranganath Misra Commission for identification of socially and economically backward sections among religious and linguistic minorities and to recommend measures for welfare," Khan said, addressing the annual conference of the state minority commissions.
"The ministry is looking into recommendations of the Justice Ranganath Misra Commission for identification of socially and economically backward sections among religious and linguistic minorities and to recommend measures for welfare," Khan said, addressing the annual conference of the state minority commissions.
Sunday, January 12, 2014
Early puberty in children is worrying for parents | ummid.com
Early puberty in children is worrying for parents | ummid.com
"She started feeling ashamed of looking older than her age, developing breasts and attaining puberty at a very young age. Irritable, aggressive and extremely temperamental is how I would describe her," her mother told IANS.
"She started feeling ashamed of looking older than her age, developing breasts and attaining puberty at a very young age. Irritable, aggressive and extremely temperamental is how I would describe her," her mother told IANS.
Saturday, January 11, 2014
Most detainees in US run Bagram detention centre innocent: Afghanistan | ummid.com
Most detainees in US run Bagram detention centre innocent: Afghanistan | ummid.com
Majority of the inmates languishing in Bagram detention centre, 50 km from Kabul, are innocent and only 16 of them can be charged, reported Xinhua citing a Presidential Palace statement Saturday.
Majority of the inmates languishing in Bagram detention centre, 50 km from Kabul, are innocent and only 16 of them can be charged, reported Xinhua citing a Presidential Palace statement Saturday.
French court convicts young woman for wearing burqa | ummid.com
French court convicts young woman for wearing burqa | ummid.com
A French court Wednesday convicted a young woman for wearing a full-face Islamic veil in public and threw out her bid to have the country's controversial burqa ban declared unconstitutional.
A French court Wednesday convicted a young woman for wearing a full-face Islamic veil in public and threw out her bid to have the country's controversial burqa ban declared unconstitutional.
Now, a 'men-ifesto' for male rights | ummid.com
Now, a 'men-ifesto' for male rights | ummid.com
The National Coalition for Men (NCM) - a forum of 50 organisations fighting for male rights across the country - launched its own manifesto here expressing concern over the steady rate of "innocent men" falling victims to "gender biased" laws.
The National Coalition for Men (NCM) - a forum of 50 organisations fighting for male rights across the country - launched its own manifesto here expressing concern over the steady rate of "innocent men" falling victims to "gender biased" laws.
Now, a 'men-ifesto' for male rights | ummid.com
Now, a 'men-ifesto' for male rights | ummid.com
The National Coalition for Men (NCM) - a forum of 50 organisations fighting for male rights across the country - launched its own manifesto here expressing concern over the steady rate of "innocent men" falling victims to "gender biased" laws.
The National Coalition for Men (NCM) - a forum of 50 organisations fighting for male rights across the country - launched its own manifesto here expressing concern over the steady rate of "innocent men" falling victims to "gender biased" laws.
Shinde's letter on 'terror arrests' unconstitutional: Jaitley | ummid.com
Shinde's letter on 'terror arrests' unconstitutional: Jaitley | ummid.com
Referring to the home minister's letter to chief ministers to review cases of terrorism against "members of minority communities," Jaitley said: "Obviously, he has only religious minority and not linguistic minority in mind".
Referring to the home minister's letter to chief ministers to review cases of terrorism against "members of minority communities," Jaitley said: "Obviously, he has only religious minority and not linguistic minority in mind".
Egg thrown at AAP leader Kumar Vishwas, attacker held | ummid.com
Egg thrown at AAP leader Kumar Vishwas, attacker held | ummid.com
Zafri, who identified himself as a member of the Mulayam Youth Brigade, said he belonged to Bijnor in Uttar Pradesh and had attacked Vishwas over his reported comments on islam.
Zafri, who identified himself as a member of the Mulayam Youth Brigade, said he belonged to Bijnor in Uttar Pradesh and had attacked Vishwas over his reported comments on islam.
Former Israel PM Ariel Sharon passes away | ummid.com
Former Israel PM Ariel Sharon passes away | ummid.com
Sharon died at the Sheba Medical Centre in the city of Ramat Gan in Tel Aviv district of Israel after his condition deteriorated over the past two weeks.
Sharon died at the Sheba Medical Centre in the city of Ramat Gan in Tel Aviv district of Israel after his condition deteriorated over the past two weeks.
Kejriwal likely to attend IIT-Kharagpur alumni meet | ummid.com
Kejriwal likely to attend IIT-Kharagpur alumni meet | ummid.com
"This year, the 1989 batch will be celebrating its silver jubilee. We have sent a formal invitation. We are hopeful he would be coming to meet his batch mates arriving from across the country and even abroad," said Aditi Sharma, general secretary, Students' Alumni Cell.
"This year, the 1989 batch will be celebrating its silver jubilee. We have sent a formal invitation. We are hopeful he would be coming to meet his batch mates arriving from across the country and even abroad," said Aditi Sharma, general secretary, Students' Alumni Cell.
Congress needs a charismatic figure - and a Big Idea | ummid.com
Congress needs a charismatic figure - and a Big Idea | ummid.com
This time, however, she has apparently taken a more than usual interest in the party's affairs. Although Congressmen have been disinclined to speak about her latest initiatives, she is known to have met senior partymen with a spokesman claiming that she had been doing so on a regular basis.
This time, however, she has apparently taken a more than usual interest in the party's affairs. Although Congressmen have been disinclined to speak about her latest initiatives, she is known to have met senior partymen with a spokesman claiming that she had been doing so on a regular basis.
Friday, January 10, 2014
New cancer treatment to be available in Mumbai's Tata hospital | ummid.com
New cancer treatment to be available in Mumbai's Tata hospital | ummid.com
Lauding the TMCH in bringing cancer treatment within the reach of the poorest people, Manmohan Singh said the government has made cancer fighting and prevention a top priority in the national health sector.
Lauding the TMCH in bringing cancer treatment within the reach of the poorest people, Manmohan Singh said the government has made cancer fighting and prevention a top priority in the national health sector.
Student who prevented suicide attack gets Pakistan's highest civilian award | ummid.com
Student who prevented suicide attack gets Pakistan's highest civilian award | ummid.com
Aitizaz Hussain stopped a suicide bomber from entering his school in Hangu district of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province this week. The bomber exploded his bomb at the gate of the school, killing Aitzaz and himself at the scene. But no other student was hurt, Xinhua reported.
Aitizaz Hussain stopped a suicide bomber from entering his school in Hangu district of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province this week. The bomber exploded his bomb at the gate of the school, killing Aitzaz and himself at the scene. But no other student was hurt, Xinhua reported.
AAP volunteers assaulted during membership drive | ummid.com
AAP volunteers assaulted during membership drive | ummid.com
Two volunteers of the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) were Friday assaulted by unidentified assailants while they were engaged in a membership drive in south Delhi, police said.
Two volunteers of the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) were Friday assaulted by unidentified assailants while they were engaged in a membership drive in south Delhi, police said.
Khobragade faceoff - Throwback to a 1981 Indo-US diplomatic spat | ummid.com
Khobragade faceoff - Throwback to a 1981 Indo-US diplomatic spat | ummid.com
In September 1981, India had decided against accepting the diplomat, George G.B. Griffin, as political counsellor "after a careful evaluation of his activities during his various postings in India and the subcontinent".
In September 1981, India had decided against accepting the diplomat, George G.B. Griffin, as political counsellor "after a careful evaluation of his activities during his various postings in India and the subcontinent".
NRIs cannot vote from outside India, says minister | ummid.com
NRIs cannot vote from outside India, says minister | ummid.com
Non-Resident Indians (NRIs) can vote in Indian elections only if they are present in their constituencies, and it is not physically possible to allow them to vote from outside the country, Minister for Overseas Indian Affairs Vayalar Ravi said.
Non-Resident Indians (NRIs) can vote in Indian elections only if they are present in their constituencies, and it is not physically possible to allow them to vote from outside the country, Minister for Overseas Indian Affairs Vayalar Ravi said.
Chinese scholars announce discovery in HIV virus study | ummid.com
Chinese scholars announce discovery in HIV virus study | ummid.com
The researchers said they have made the breakthrough in the structural analysis of the viral infectivity factor (Vif) of the HIV virus, which will help in the development of new medications to treat or even cure the disease, Xinhua news agency reported.
The researchers said they have made the breakthrough in the structural analysis of the viral infectivity factor (Vif) of the HIV virus, which will help in the development of new medications to treat or even cure the disease, Xinhua news agency reported.
Thursday, January 9, 2014
Even Kashmiri separatist leaders wary of AAP | ummid.com
Even Kashmiri separatist leaders wary of AAP | ummid.com
Not only India's national political parties but some separatist leaders in Jammu and Kashmir also fear the emergence of the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) of anti-corruption crusader Arvind Kejriwal. They are afraid of the likely impact this party will have in the state. This is evident from the statements issued by one of the separatist leaders, Mohammad Yasin Malik.
Not only India's national political parties but some separatist leaders in Jammu and Kashmir also fear the emergence of the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) of anti-corruption crusader Arvind Kejriwal. They are afraid of the likely impact this party will have in the state. This is evident from the statements issued by one of the separatist leaders, Mohammad Yasin Malik.
What stops you, asks SC as centre mulls axing coal block allocations | ummid.com
What stops you, asks SC as centre mulls axing coal block allocations | ummid.com
Hearing a public interest litigation (PIL) seeking the cancellation of coal blocks allocated after 2006, the apex court had Wednesday asked the attorney general if the coal blocks that were in conflict with conditionalties in the Mines and Mineral (Development and Regulation) Act could be de-allocated.
Hearing a public interest litigation (PIL) seeking the cancellation of coal blocks allocated after 2006, the apex court had Wednesday asked the attorney general if the coal blocks that were in conflict with conditionalties in the Mines and Mineral (Development and Regulation) Act could be de-allocated.
Dr. Faizee AbdulWakeel second in merit list of Maha Public Health Dept exam | ummid.com
Dr. Faizee AbdulWakeel second in merit list of Maha Public Health Dept exam | ummid.com
In a remarkable achievement, local medical practitioner Dr. Faizee AbdulWakeel came second in the merit list (OBC General Category) of the successful candidates who had appeared for the Maharashtra Public Health Department Recruitment 2013 exams held in October last for the post of Medical Officer.
In a remarkable achievement, local medical practitioner Dr. Faizee AbdulWakeel came second in the merit list (OBC General Category) of the successful candidates who had appeared for the Maharashtra Public Health Department Recruitment 2013 exams held in October last for the post of Medical Officer.
10,000 more MBBS seats in India | ummid.com
10,000 more MBBS seats in India | ummid.com
The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs approved the health ministry's proposal related to the centrally-sponsored scheme for upgradation of existing state government/central government medical colleges to increase the Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) seats.
The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs approved the health ministry's proposal related to the centrally-sponsored scheme for upgradation of existing state government/central government medical colleges to increase the Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) seats.
India honours 10 diaspora members for enhancing image abroad | ummid.com
India honours 10 diaspora members for enhancing image abroad | ummid.com
Other awardees included Bahrain-based businessman Kurian Verghese, Canada-based entrepreneur and philanthropist Vasdev Chanchlani and France-based educationist Bikas Chandra Sanyal.
Other awardees included Bahrain-based businessman Kurian Verghese, Canada-based entrepreneur and philanthropist Vasdev Chanchlani and France-based educationist Bikas Chandra Sanyal.
Cabinet okays refund to BSNL, MTNL for 4G spectrum surrender | ummid.com
Cabinet okays refund to BSNL, MTNL for 4G spectrum surrender | ummid.com
"BSNL will be refunded Rs.6,724.51 crore and MTNL will be given Rs.4,533.97 crore in due course... it would be done in a staggered manner over a period of time," Manish Tewari, information and broadcasting minister, told reporters after a cabinet meeting here.
"BSNL will be refunded Rs.6,724.51 crore and MTNL will be given Rs.4,533.97 crore in due course... it would be done in a staggered manner over a period of time," Manish Tewari, information and broadcasting minister, told reporters after a cabinet meeting here.
New Saudi labour policy won't affect us: Indian expats | ummid.com
New Saudi labour policy won't affect us: Indian expats | ummid.com
Following the implementation of the policy from June 2011 onwards, Saudi authorities granted a six-month grace period last year for all expatriates to either rectify their residency status or leave the country.
Following the implementation of the policy from June 2011 onwards, Saudi authorities granted a six-month grace period last year for all expatriates to either rectify their residency status or leave the country.
Delhi Police trying to prove Rahul correct: LeT suspects' counsel | ummid.com
Delhi Police trying to prove Rahul correct: LeT suspects' counsel | ummid.com
Claiming that Delhi Police created a case against his clients to prove a statement by Congress vice president Rahul Gandhi as correct, the defence counsel of two Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT) suspects Thursday sent a letter to the home minister, asking for the transfer of the case to the NIA.
Claiming that Delhi Police created a case against his clients to prove a statement by Congress vice president Rahul Gandhi as correct, the defence counsel of two Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT) suspects Thursday sent a letter to the home minister, asking for the transfer of the case to the NIA.
Government planning higher diesel price | ummid.com
Government planning higher diesel price | ummid.com
The Kirit Parikh panel had recommended a Rs.5 hike in diesel prices, Rs.250 per LPG cylinder increase in the price of domestic cooking gas, and Rs.4 a litre in kerosene prices with immediate effect to cut the fuel subsidy bill by Rs.72,000 crore.
The Kirit Parikh panel had recommended a Rs.5 hike in diesel prices, Rs.250 per LPG cylinder increase in the price of domestic cooking gas, and Rs.4 a litre in kerosene prices with immediate effect to cut the fuel subsidy bill by Rs.72,000 crore.
Wednesday, January 8, 2014
Unveiled! Early galaxies that formed new stars | ummid.com
Unveiled! Early galaxies that formed new stars | ummid.com
"The bright galaxies we generally see represent the tip of the iceberg. We believe most of the stars forming in the early universe are occurring in galaxies we normally can't see at all. Now we have found those 'unseen' galaxies," added Siana.
"The bright galaxies we generally see represent the tip of the iceberg. We believe most of the stars forming in the early universe are occurring in galaxies we normally can't see at all. Now we have found those 'unseen' galaxies," added Siana.
Scientists find way to reduce biofuel production costs | ummid.com
Scientists find way to reduce biofuel production costs | ummid.com
Researchers at North Carolina State University have developed a simple and effective technique for removing lignin - nature's way of protecting plant cell walls - from the plant material used to make biofuels.
Researchers at North Carolina State University have developed a simple and effective technique for removing lignin - nature's way of protecting plant cell walls - from the plant material used to make biofuels.
Court restrains government on quota order for schools | ummid.com
Court restrains government on quota order for schools | ummid.com
St. Columba's, one of the capital's leading schools, moved the high court challenging the Dec 18 and Dec 30 notifications of Lt. Governor Najeeb Jung, saying the Supreme Court had excluded minority schools from the ambit of the Right to Education Act.
St. Columba's, one of the capital's leading schools, moved the high court challenging the Dec 18 and Dec 30 notifications of Lt. Governor Najeeb Jung, saying the Supreme Court had excluded minority schools from the ambit of the Right to Education Act.
PM tells NRIs not to despair about country's future | ummid.com
PM tells NRIs not to despair about country's future | ummid.com
India's growth level this fiscal will probably remain at 5 percent, as last year, and the country's economic situation will improve in the coming months, Prime Minister Manmohan Singh said Wednesday, telling a large gathering of non-resident Indians that "there is no reason to despair" about the country's present or worry about its future.
India's growth level this fiscal will probably remain at 5 percent, as last year, and the country's economic situation will improve in the coming months, Prime Minister Manmohan Singh said Wednesday, telling a large gathering of non-resident Indians that "there is no reason to despair" about the country's present or worry about its future.
Delhi Chief Minister Kejriwal announces helpline to trap the corrupt | ummid.com
Delhi Chief Minister Kejriwal announces helpline to trap the corrupt | ummid.com
Once the details of the complainant is taken down, the anti-corruption wing of the Delhi administration will explain how to do a sting operation vis-a-vis the corrupt using the recording device of one's mobile phone.
Once the details of the complainant is taken down, the anti-corruption wing of the Delhi administration will explain how to do a sting operation vis-a-vis the corrupt using the recording device of one's mobile phone.
Soon, desert safari with dinosaurs in Saudi Arabia? | ummid.com
Soon, desert safari with dinosaurs in Saudi Arabia? | ummid.com
"Dinosaur fossils are exceptionally rare in the Arabian Peninsula, with only a handful of highly fragmented bones documented this far," said lead author Benjamin Kear from Uppsala University in Sweden.
"Dinosaur fossils are exceptionally rare in the Arabian Peninsula, with only a handful of highly fragmented bones documented this far," said lead author Benjamin Kear from Uppsala University in Sweden.
Tuesday, January 7, 2014
Saudi Arabia may restrict foreigners' stay to eight years | ummid.com
Saudi Arabia may restrict foreigners' stay to eight years | ummid.com
The Saudi Arabian government is mulling over proposals to expand the Nitaqat system, a labour policy to create jobs for its nationals, in its bid to reduce the number of foreign workers and create more jobs with higher salaries for its citizens in the country.
The Saudi Arabian government is mulling over proposals to expand the Nitaqat system, a labour policy to create jobs for its nationals, in its bid to reduce the number of foreign workers and create more jobs with higher salaries for its citizens in the country.
Monday, January 6, 2014
When lions, tigers lived on trees | ummid.com
When lions, tigers lived on trees | ummid.com
New fossils found in Belgium suggest that the ancestors of lions, tigers, dogs and other carnivorous mammals of 'carnivoraforms' family were 'arboreal' - they lived and moved through trees nearly 55 million years ago.
New fossils found in Belgium suggest that the ancestors of lions, tigers, dogs and other carnivorous mammals of 'carnivoraforms' family were 'arboreal' - they lived and moved through trees nearly 55 million years ago.
SC declines to interfere with Right to Education law | ummid.com
SC declines to interfere with Right to Education law | ummid.com
Rejecting a plea by petitioner Abhishek Gupta seeking the stay of section 16 of the act, a bench of Justice H.L.Dattu and Justice S.A.Bobde asked him to be constructive and positive in his approach.
Rejecting a plea by petitioner Abhishek Gupta seeking the stay of section 16 of the act, a bench of Justice H.L.Dattu and Justice S.A.Bobde asked him to be constructive and positive in his approach.
Allana Sons sets up plant in Ethiopia | ummid.com
Allana Sons sets up plant in Ethiopia | ummid.com
The company signed an agreement Wednesday at the ministry of industry with ETG Designers and Consultants Plc, a local private firm, for establishing the modern meat processing and exporting plant. India's Ambassador to Ethiopia Sanjay Verma, who is concurrently accredited to Djibouti and the African Union, was present.
The company signed an agreement Wednesday at the ministry of industry with ETG Designers and Consultants Plc, a local private firm, for establishing the modern meat processing and exporting plant. India's Ambassador to Ethiopia Sanjay Verma, who is concurrently accredited to Djibouti and the African Union, was present.
Once labelled criminals, they now stand up against prostitution, trafficking | ummid.com
Once labelled criminals, they now stand up against prostitution, trafficking | ummid.com
Belonging to the Nat community, a denotified tribe that was labelled criminal by the British colonial rulers, they continue to face ridicule from society. Determined to change their own destiny and of others like them, they joined the NGO Apne Aap Women Worldwide that steers these "independent voices" into a more fruitful direction.
Belonging to the Nat community, a denotified tribe that was labelled criminal by the British colonial rulers, they continue to face ridicule from society. Determined to change their own destiny and of others like them, they joined the NGO Apne Aap Women Worldwide that steers these "independent voices" into a more fruitful direction.
No decision yet on withdrawal of riot cases against Muslim leaders: Akhilesh | ummid.com
No decision yet on withdrawal of riot cases against Muslim leaders: Akhilesh | ummid.com
Under heavy opposition fire on his government's move to withdraw cases against Muslim leaders for their alleged role in the Muzaffarnagar riots, Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Akhilesh Yadav Monday said a final decision would be taken only after a threadbare scrutiny of the cases.
Under heavy opposition fire on his government's move to withdraw cases against Muslim leaders for their alleged role in the Muzaffarnagar riots, Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Akhilesh Yadav Monday said a final decision would be taken only after a threadbare scrutiny of the cases.
Jamaat-e-Islami Hind asks Muslims to support Arvind Kejriwal's Aam Aadmi Party | ummid.com
Jamaat-e-Islami Hind asks Muslims to support Arvind Kejriwal's Aam Aadmi Party | ummid.com
The Jamaat-e-Islami Hind on Sunday endorsed the Arvind Kejriwal-led Aam Aadmi Party and appealed the Muslims to support the newly-born party which created a storm by forming the government in Delhi after winning the recent assembly election.
The Jamaat-e-Islami Hind on Sunday endorsed the Arvind Kejriwal-led Aam Aadmi Party and appealed the Muslims to support the newly-born party which created a storm by forming the government in Delhi after winning the recent assembly election.
Withdraw FIR against Setalvad, says CPI-M | ummid.com
Withdraw FIR against Setalvad, says CPI-M | ummid.com
"The FIR filed in an Ahmedabad police station is a most vindictive act by the (Narendra) Modi government designed as a form of punishment for her fight for justice on behalf of Zakia Jaffri and other victim families of the Gujarat violence in 2002," the party said in a statement.
"The FIR filed in an Ahmedabad police station is a most vindictive act by the (Narendra) Modi government designed as a form of punishment for her fight for justice on behalf of Zakia Jaffri and other victim families of the Gujarat violence in 2002," the party said in a statement.
Sunday, January 5, 2014
Vishwas apologised for Muharram joke: Arvind Kejriwal | ummid.com
Vishwas apologised for Muharram joke: Arvind Kejriwal | ummid.com
Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal Monday tried to put an end to the controversy over Aam Aadmi Party leader Kumar Vishwas's remarks on Muharram, saying he has apologised for it.
Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal Monday tried to put an end to the controversy over Aam Aadmi Party leader Kumar Vishwas's remarks on Muharram, saying he has apologised for it.
Revived Nalanda University to start functioning by February-end | ummid.com
Revived Nalanda University to start functioning by February-end | ummid.com
It was then destroyed by an invading Turkish army of Bakhtiyar Khilji, a general of Qutbuddin Aibak. It was set on fire by the invaders and the blaze in the huge library is believed to have raged for several days.
It was then destroyed by an invading Turkish army of Bakhtiyar Khilji, a general of Qutbuddin Aibak. It was set on fire by the invaders and the blaze in the huge library is believed to have raged for several days.
Sheikh Hasina set to form majority government in Bangladesh | ummid.com
Sheikh Hasina set to form majority government in Bangladesh | ummid.com
Jatiya Party won 13 seats, Workers Party got four seats and JaSaD seats, Twarikat Federation and BNF won one seat each, bdnews24.com reported citing results announced by the poll panel.
Jatiya Party won 13 seats, Workers Party got four seats and JaSaD seats, Twarikat Federation and BNF won one seat each, bdnews24.com reported citing results announced by the poll panel.
Now, an autobiography of Dubai! | ummid.com
Now, an autobiography of Dubai! | ummid.com
People are invited to contribute by using the hashtag #MyDubai, and will be able to introduce the unique values and culture of the emirate to the world through social media, which has become one of the most important channels through which the world observes Dubai.
People are invited to contribute by using the hashtag #MyDubai, and will be able to introduce the unique values and culture of the emirate to the world through social media, which has become one of the most important channels through which the world observes Dubai.
NCPUL's Urdu book fair in Malegaon breaks all previous sale records | ummid.com
NCPUL's Urdu book fair in Malegaon breaks all previous sale records | ummid.com
"The Malegaon book fair recorded the sale of Rs.04,65,194/- on Friday - the opening day. It was also a record", he added. - See more at: http://ummid.com/news/2014/January/05.01.2014/ncpul-malegaon-urdu-sales.html
"The Malegaon book fair recorded the sale of Rs.04,65,194/- on Friday - the opening day. It was also a record", he added. - See more at: http://ummid.com/news/2014/January/05.01.2014/ncpul-malegaon-urdu-sales.html
'Let's pray Maulana Azad's dream of united India becomes a reality' | ummid.com
'Let's pray Maulana Azad's dream of united India becomes a reality' | ummid.com
Says veteran British-Asian journalist Yavar Abbas as Tom Alter stages 'Maulana Azad' in front of a huge crowd in Malegaon
Veteran British-Asian filmmaker, writer, broadcaster and journalist Yavar Abbas on Saturday said the partition of pre-independent India proved disastrous for the sub-continent and urged a huge crowd gathered for Tom Alter's popular play 'Maulana Azad' to pray and work for the united India as envisioned by the great Indian leader.
Says veteran British-Asian journalist Yavar Abbas as Tom Alter stages 'Maulana Azad' in front of a huge crowd in Malegaon
Veteran British-Asian filmmaker, writer, broadcaster and journalist Yavar Abbas on Saturday said the partition of pre-independent India proved disastrous for the sub-continent and urged a huge crowd gathered for Tom Alter's popular play 'Maulana Azad' to pray and work for the united India as envisioned by the great Indian leader.
Saturday, January 4, 2014
History set to repeat itself in Bangladesh | ummid.com
History set to repeat itself in Bangladesh | ummid.com
Kabir points out that the genesis of today's crisis lies in 1996 when Sheikh Hasina, who is now in power, had launched a similar agitation against Begum Khaleda Zia's government which had pushed through a one-sided elections exactly like the Jan 5 polls.
Kabir points out that the genesis of today's crisis lies in 1996 when Sheikh Hasina, who is now in power, had launched a similar agitation against Begum Khaleda Zia's government which had pushed through a one-sided elections exactly like the Jan 5 polls.
MANUU invites applications from minorities, women for free IAS exam coaching | ummid.com
MANUU invites applications from minorities, women for free IAS exam coaching | ummid.com
According to a Press release issued by Prof. (Dr.) Wadud-ul-Huq Siddiqui, Principal of local College of Teacher Education, affiliated to MANUU, at a nominal fee of Rs.1,725/- for registration, library and health services and Rs.3,000/- (refundable deposit) will be charged.
According to a Press release issued by Prof. (Dr.) Wadud-ul-Huq Siddiqui, Principal of local College of Teacher Education, affiliated to MANUU, at a nominal fee of Rs.1,725/- for registration, library and health services and Rs.3,000/- (refundable deposit) will be charged.
Will Telangana emerge before general elections? | ummid.com
Will Telangana emerge before general elections? | ummid.com
Even three weeks after President Pranab Mukherjee referred the Andhra Pradesh Reorganisation Bill 2013 to the state assembly for its views under Article 3 of the constitution, things have not moved a bit.
Even three weeks after President Pranab Mukherjee referred the Andhra Pradesh Reorganisation Bill 2013 to the state assembly for its views under Article 3 of the constitution, things have not moved a bit.
14 workers killed, many trapped in Goa building collapse | ummid.com
14 workers killed, many trapped in Goa building collapse | ummid.com
At least 14 workers died, many were injured while more than a dozen are feared trapped under the debris of an under-construction building in Canacona town, 60 km from the state capital Panaji Saturday.
At least 14 workers died, many were injured while more than a dozen are feared trapped under the debris of an under-construction building in Canacona town, 60 km from the state capital Panaji Saturday.
Polish woman raped by cab driver | ummid.com
Polish woman raped by cab driver | ummid.com
A 33-year-old Polish woman was raped by a cab driver who had offered her a ride while she was on her way to Delhi along with her two year-old-daughter from Mathura in Uttar Pradesh, police said Saturday.
A 33-year-old Polish woman was raped by a cab driver who had offered her a ride while she was on her way to Delhi along with her two year-old-daughter from Mathura in Uttar Pradesh, police said Saturday.
Why is UPSC partial to English, asks Nitish Kumar | ummid.com
Why is UPSC partial to English, asks Nitish Kumar | ummid.com
Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar Saturday questioned the importance given to English in examinations conducted by the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC), as opposed to Indian languages.
Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar Saturday questioned the importance given to English in examinations conducted by the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC), as opposed to Indian languages.
Preventing peeing in the open with toffees a la Gandhigiri | ummid.com
Preventing peeing in the open with toffees a la Gandhigiri | ummid.com
The move was kick-started from Vijaynagar in the state capital, where the Burra Nullah (big drain) culvert had become an impossible place to drive through owing to the stench of urine and the sight of people defecating in open.
The move was kick-started from Vijaynagar in the state capital, where the Burra Nullah (big drain) culvert had become an impossible place to drive through owing to the stench of urine and the sight of people defecating in open.
Friday, January 3, 2014
Musharraf may need heart surgery, says media report | ummid.com
Musharraf may need heart surgery, says media report | ummid.com
After failing, for the second time in 10 days, to appear Wednesday in the special court formed to try him on charges of high treason, Musharraf was being taken to the court Thursday when he complained of a "heart problem" and was then shifted to the Armed Forces Institute of Cardiology (AFIC) in Rawalpindi.
After failing, for the second time in 10 days, to appear Wednesday in the special court formed to try him on charges of high treason, Musharraf was being taken to the court Thursday when he complained of a "heart problem" and was then shifted to the Armed Forces Institute of Cardiology (AFIC) in Rawalpindi.
Two killed in pro-Morsi protests in Egypt | ummid.com
Two killed in pro-Morsi protests in Egypt | ummid.com
At least two people were killed and nine others injured Friday in clashes across Egypt between supporters of ousted president Mohamed Morsi and security forces, the country's health ministry said.
At least two people were killed and nine others injured Friday in clashes across Egypt between supporters of ousted president Mohamed Morsi and security forces, the country's health ministry said.
Justice Ganguly quits as NUJS guest faculty | ummid.com
Justice Ganguly quits as NUJS guest faculty | ummid.com
Ganguly, currently chairman of the West Bengal Human Rights Commission, also suffered a big setback Thursday as the union cabinet cleared the home ministry's proposal for a presidential reference to the Supreme Court for a probe into the allegations.
Ganguly, currently chairman of the West Bengal Human Rights Commission, also suffered a big setback Thursday as the union cabinet cleared the home ministry's proposal for a presidential reference to the Supreme Court for a probe into the allegations.
There should be a campaign for primary education in Urdu: Rahman Khan | ummid.com
There should be a campaign for primary education in Urdu: Rahman Khan | ummid.com
Malegaon has created a history by making such a beautiful arrangement for NCPUL's ten-day Urdu book fair, he says in his inaugural address
Minister of Minority Affairs K Rahman Khan while inaugurating Friday the ten-day Urdu festival organised in Malegaon by the National Council for Promotion of Urdu Language (NCPUL) said there should be a campaign for demanding the primary education in the Urdu language.
Malegaon has created a history by making such a beautiful arrangement for NCPUL's ten-day Urdu book fair, he says in his inaugural address
Minister of Minority Affairs K Rahman Khan while inaugurating Friday the ten-day Urdu festival organised in Malegaon by the National Council for Promotion of Urdu Language (NCPUL) said there should be a campaign for demanding the primary education in the Urdu language.
Manmohan not to seek third term, says Modi as PM will be disastrous | ummid.com
Manmohan not to seek third term, says Modi as PM will be disastrous | ummid.com
In the same breath, the 81-year-old leader, who has been prime minister since 2004 at the head of a Congress-led UPA coalition, announced that "in a few months time, after the general election, I will hand the baton over to a new prime minister.
In the same breath, the 81-year-old leader, who has been prime minister since 2004 at the head of a Congress-led UPA coalition, announced that "in a few months time, after the general election, I will hand the baton over to a new prime minister.
Thursday, January 2, 2014
400,000 Indians corrected work status, says Saudi minister | ummid.com
400,000 Indians corrected work status, says Saudi minister | ummid.com
Overseas Indian Affairs Minister Vayalar Ravi thanked the Saudi government for "its humanitarian approach while adopting the Nitaqat programme" - Saudization of employment policy - and said most of the Indians have corrected their work status.
Overseas Indian Affairs Minister Vayalar Ravi thanked the Saudi government for "its humanitarian approach while adopting the Nitaqat programme" - Saudization of employment policy - and said most of the Indians have corrected their work status.
India, Saudi Arabia ink landmark accord on domestic workers | ummid.com
India, Saudi Arabia ink landmark accord on domestic workers | ummid.com
Ravi said the agreement on domestic workers' protection would help streamline the labour market. "This will go a long way in protecting the interests of workers..., and for that the Standard Employment Contract should also be finalised at the earliest," he said.
Ravi said the agreement on domestic workers' protection would help streamline the labour market. "This will go a long way in protecting the interests of workers..., and for that the Standard Employment Contract should also be finalised at the earliest," he said.
Bomb blasts near Khaleda Zia's house in Dhaka | ummid.com
Bomb blasts near Khaleda Zia's house in Dhaka | ummid.com
Elsewhere, in the capital's Mirpur area, at least two people sustained injuries when demonstrators set fire to a bus on the second day Thursday of the opposition-sponsored indefinite countrywide blockade to protest the Jan 5 parliamentary polls under the stewardship of the Awami League government.
Elsewhere, in the capital's Mirpur area, at least two people sustained injuries when demonstrators set fire to a bus on the second day Thursday of the opposition-sponsored indefinite countrywide blockade to protest the Jan 5 parliamentary polls under the stewardship of the Awami League government.
27 killed as bus plunges into Maharashtra ravine | ummid.com
27 killed as bus plunges into Maharashtra ravine | ummid.com
The accident occurred around 10.30 a.m. when the Thane-Ahmednagar bus of the Maharashtra State Road Transport Corporation (MSRTC) plunged into the ravine after the truck coming from the opposite direction hit it, an MSRTC spokesperson said.
The accident occurred around 10.30 a.m. when the Thane-Ahmednagar bus of the Maharashtra State Road Transport Corporation (MSRTC) plunged into the ravine after the truck coming from the opposite direction hit it, an MSRTC spokesperson said.
Guess who's in the next car? Delhi's CM | ummid.com
Guess who's in the next car? Delhi's CM | ummid.com
Travelling in his blue-coloured WagonR car, without any police escort vehicles, the car stopped at all the four traffic lights that fell on the 16 km journey from his home to the Vidhan Sabha in north Delhi to prove his government's majority in the house. The Aam Aadmi Party won the trust vote later.
Travelling in his blue-coloured WagonR car, without any police escort vehicles, the car stopped at all the four traffic lights that fell on the 16 km journey from his home to the Vidhan Sabha in north Delhi to prove his government's majority in the house. The Aam Aadmi Party won the trust vote later.
AAP wins trust vote in Delhi | ummid.com
AAP wins trust vote in Delhi | ummid.com
With only 28 legislators in the 70-member house, the AAP needed the backing of the Congress - whose 15-year rule ended in December - to remain in office.
With only 28 legislators in the 70-member house, the AAP needed the backing of the Congress - whose 15-year rule ended in December - to remain in office.
Wednesday, January 1, 2014
One dead, dozens injured in Bangladesh clashes | ummid.com
One dead, dozens injured in Bangladesh clashes | ummid.com
"Faruk Hossain Patowari, the youth wing activist of the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP), died of gun shot wound on way to hospital," a police official told Xinhua from Chandpur district, some 115 km from Dhaka.
"Faruk Hossain Patowari, the youth wing activist of the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP), died of gun shot wound on way to hospital," a police official told Xinhua from Chandpur district, some 115 km from Dhaka.
Outlook for 2014: Four-way contest in the offing | ummid.com
Outlook for 2014: Four-way contest in the offing | ummid.com
Hence his hint at a meeting of corporate honchos that the Amartya Sen-Jean Dreze model of welfare-first policies may no longer receive the kind of political backing as they have till now over the Jagdish Bhagwati-Arvind Panagariya version of a growth-first economy.
Hence his hint at a meeting of corporate honchos that the Amartya Sen-Jean Dreze model of welfare-first policies may no longer receive the kind of political backing as they have till now over the Jagdish Bhagwati-Arvind Panagariya version of a growth-first economy.
India scraps $770 mn AgustaWestland chopper deal | ummid.com
India scraps $770 mn AgustaWestland chopper deal | ummid.com
A defence ministry statement said that the government has "terminated with immediate effect" the agreement that was signed with AgustaWestland International Ltd. (AWIL) on Feb 8, 2010, for supply of 12 VVIP/VIP helicopters "on grounds of breach of pre-contract integrity pact and the agreement by AWIL".
A defence ministry statement said that the government has "terminated with immediate effect" the agreement that was signed with AgustaWestland International Ltd. (AWIL) on Feb 8, 2010, for supply of 12 VVIP/VIP helicopters "on grounds of breach of pre-contract integrity pact and the agreement by AWIL".
Palestinian ambassador to Czech Republic killed in blast | ummid.com
Palestinian ambassador to Czech Republic killed in blast | ummid.com
Bomb-disposal experts are searching a neighbouring house that is also owned by the Palestinian embassy, said police spokesperson Andrea Zoulova.
Bomb-disposal experts are searching a neighbouring house that is also owned by the Palestinian embassy, said police spokesperson Andrea Zoulova.
Bomb-disposal experts are searching a neighbouring house that is also owned by the Palestinian embassy, said police spokesperson Andrea Zoulova. - See more at: http://www.ummid.com/news/2014/January/01.01.2014/palestininian-envoy-killed.html#sthash.F4f1985f.dpuf
Bomb-disposal experts are searching a neighbouring house that is also owned by the Palestinian embassy, said police spokesperson Andrea Zoulova. - See more at: http://www.ummid.com/news/2014/January/01.01.2014/palestininian-envoy-killed.html#sthash.F4f1985f.dpuf
Bomb-disposal experts are searching a neighbouring house that is also owned by the Palestinian embassy, said police spokesperson Andrea Zoulova. - See more at: http://www.ummid.com/news/2014/January/01.01.2014/palestininian-envoy-killed.html#sthash.F4f1985f.dpuf
Bomb-disposal experts are searching a neighbouring house that is also owned by the Palestinian embassy, said police spokesperson Andrea Zoulova. - See more at: http://www.ummid.com/news/2014/January/01.01.2014/palestininian-envoy-killed.html#sthash.F4f1985f.dpuf
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