Daily Jangs editor Zafar attacked by masked men | ummid.com
Unidentified masked men attacked resident editor of the Pakistani daily Jang and left him injured near Western Ford Colony in Multan, media reported Sunday.
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Saturday, May 31, 2014
Lose weight and liven up your sex life | ummid.com
Lose weight and liven up your sex life | ummid.com
Losing weight can help regulate one's hormones and also help improve circulation across the body - including to the genitals - which means improved sensation and greater arousal.
Losing weight can help regulate one's hormones and also help improve circulation across the body - including to the genitals - which means improved sensation and greater arousal.
Take action against attackers or face consequences, BJP tells Mamata | ummid.com
Take action against attackers or face consequences, BJP tells Mamata | ummid.com
A five-member team of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) led by party vice presidents S.S. Ahluwalia and Mukhtar Abbas Naqvi Saturday visited Sandeshkhali in North 24 Parganas district, where over two dozen party workers were injured after they were "fired upon by Trinamool patronised goons".
A five-member team of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) led by party vice presidents S.S. Ahluwalia and Mukhtar Abbas Naqvi Saturday visited Sandeshkhali in North 24 Parganas district, where over two dozen party workers were injured after they were "fired upon by Trinamool patronised goons".
Yogendra Yadav resigns from AAP Political Affairs Committee | ummid.com
Yogendra Yadav resigns from AAP Political Affairs Committee | ummid.com
Yogendra Yadav of the AAP Saturday resigned from the membership of the party's political affairs committee taking responsibility for the poor performance in Haryana in the Lok Sabha election, a member said.
Yogendra Yadav of the AAP Saturday resigned from the membership of the party's political affairs committee taking responsibility for the poor performance in Haryana in the Lok Sabha election, a member said.
Smriti Irani intervenes, DU VC denies suspending officials | ummid.com
Smriti Irani intervenes, DU VC denies suspending officials | ummid.com
Friday, DU joint dean of students's welfare and media coordinator Malay Neerav confirmed the report that five non-teaching staff below section officer level of the School of Open Learning (SOL) were suspended for leaking documents pertaining to the minister.
Friday, DU joint dean of students's welfare and media coordinator Malay Neerav confirmed the report that five non-teaching staff below section officer level of the School of Open Learning (SOL) were suspended for leaking documents pertaining to the minister.
Mother sells newborn in Bengal, child rescued | ummid.com
Mother sells newborn in Bengal, child rescued | ummid.com
"While the mother and the couple who bought the child have not been arrested, we have submitted a report about the incident to the district administration which may take suitable action," added the official.
"While the mother and the couple who bought the child have not been arrested, we have submitted a report about the incident to the district administration which may take suitable action," added the official.
Clamour for reform grows as Muslim panel meets in Jalgaon | ummid.com
Clamour for reform grows as Muslim panel meets in Jalgaon | ummid.com
As the All India Muslim Personal Law Board (AIMPLB) prepares to sit for a 2-day national convention beginning Saturday evening, activists especially those working for Muslim women, expressed hope that the high-level panel will realise its duties vis-à-vis the fast changing world scenario at least now and will seriously consider reviving and correcting its position on the contentious issues especially those relating to women.
As the All India Muslim Personal Law Board (AIMPLB) prepares to sit for a 2-day national convention beginning Saturday evening, activists especially those working for Muslim women, expressed hope that the high-level panel will realise its duties vis-à-vis the fast changing world scenario at least now and will seriously consider reviving and correcting its position on the contentious issues especially those relating to women.
Modi axes all GOMs, EGOMs for fast decisions, accountability | ummid.com
Modi axes all GOMs, EGOMs for fast decisions, accountability | ummid.com
There were nine empowered groups of ministers (EGOMs) and 21 groups of ministers (GOMs) in operation. They were to take decisions on various matters -- and several of them on matters seen as tricky -- before coming up before the cabinet for consideration.
There were nine empowered groups of ministers (EGOMs) and 21 groups of ministers (GOMs) in operation. They were to take decisions on various matters -- and several of them on matters seen as tricky -- before coming up before the cabinet for consideration.
Friday, May 30, 2014
Mayawati seeks central rule in UP after Dalit girls rape, murder | ummid.com
Mayawati seeks central rule in UP after Dalit girls rape, murder | ummid.com
Addressing a press conference here, the former chief minister said the law and order machinery in the state had collapsed and demanded immediate intervention from the BJP-led central government.
Addressing a press conference here, the former chief minister said the law and order machinery in the state had collapsed and demanded immediate intervention from the BJP-led central government.
Squall plays havoc in Delhi, transport disrupted, nine killed | ummid.com
Squall plays havoc in Delhi, transport disrupted, nine killed | ummid.com
A sudden squall Friday evening took Delhi residents by surprise disrupting road, rail and air traffic as well as Metro services and led to nine deaths. The dust storm accompanied by heavy showers led to a drop in the soaring temperature but not before it left in its wake broken tree branches, overturned cars, traffic jams and power outages.
A sudden squall Friday evening took Delhi residents by surprise disrupting road, rail and air traffic as well as Metro services and led to nine deaths. The dust storm accompanied by heavy showers led to a drop in the soaring temperature but not before it left in its wake broken tree branches, overturned cars, traffic jams and power outages.
Five DU officials suspended for leaking HRD Minister Smriti documents | ummid.com
Five DU officials suspended for leaking HRD Minister Smriti documents | ummid.com
"Five of the non-teaching staff of the school of open learning have been suspended for accessing the confidential file and then leaking it," Malay Neerav, DU joint dean of students's welfare and media coordinator, told reporters.
"Five of the non-teaching staff of the school of open learning have been suspended for accessing the confidential file and then leaking it," Malay Neerav, DU joint dean of students's welfare and media coordinator, told reporters.
Former IB chief Ajit Doval is new NSA | ummid.com
Former IB chief Ajit Doval is new NSA | ummid.com
Former Intelligence Bureau chief Ajit Doval was Friday appointed National Security Advisor, an official statement said, formalising a key appointment of the Narendra Modi government that was expected for some time.
Former Intelligence Bureau chief Ajit Doval was Friday appointed National Security Advisor, an official statement said, formalising a key appointment of the Narendra Modi government that was expected for some time.
Ansari picks 7 MPs to represent Telangana in Rajya Sabha | ummid.com
Ansari picks 7 MPs to represent Telangana in Rajya Sabha | ummid.com
Out of the 18 members originally representing the state in parliament's upper house, the remaining 11 members, including one seat which is vacant, will be deemed to have been elected from the new, residuary state of Andhra Pradesh.
Out of the 18 members originally representing the state in parliament's upper house, the remaining 11 members, including one seat which is vacant, will be deemed to have been elected from the new, residuary state of Andhra Pradesh.
Modi scored a sixer in SAARC invite, but this is not IPL | ummid.com
Modi scored a sixer in SAARC invite, but this is not IPL | ummid.com
Compared to former prime minister Manmohan Singh, Modi's style of communication with foreign leaders was "more direct and communicative", he said at a talk at the Indian Women's Press Corps on the subject of 'New Government and its Foreign Policy Initiatives'.
Compared to former prime minister Manmohan Singh, Modi's style of communication with foreign leaders was "more direct and communicative", he said at a talk at the Indian Women's Press Corps on the subject of 'New Government and its Foreign Policy Initiatives'.
Now a heritage scam in Chandigarh? | ummid.com
Now a heritage scam in Chandigarh? | ummid.com
With hundreds of "junked" heritage items from Chandigarh being disposed of by government departments finding their way to international auctions in New York, London, Chicago, Paris and other places, the taint of a scam is now brewing here.
With hundreds of "junked" heritage items from Chandigarh being disposed of by government departments finding their way to international auctions in New York, London, Chicago, Paris and other places, the taint of a scam is now brewing here.
First continent on earth formed like Iceland | ummid.com
First continent on earth formed like Iceland | ummid.com
The timing and mode of continental crust formation is a controversial topic but geochemical analysis of a newly discovered rock unit from Canada has shown that the first continent on earth may have formed in a way modern-day Iceland came into existence.
The timing and mode of continental crust formation is a controversial topic but geochemical analysis of a newly discovered rock unit from Canada has shown that the first continent on earth may have formed in a way modern-day Iceland came into existence.
Thursday, May 29, 2014
Indian-Americans Ansun sujoe, Sriram Hathwar are US Spelling Bee co-champs | ummid.com
Indian-Americans Ansun sujoe, Sriram Hathwar are US Spelling Bee co-champs | ummid.com
Two Indian American youngsters made history as Sriram Hathwar and Ansun Sujoen were declared co-champions in the Scripps National Spelling Bee contest for the first time in 52 years.
Two Indian American youngsters made history as Sriram Hathwar and Ansun Sujoen were declared co-champions in the Scripps National Spelling Bee contest for the first time in 52 years.
Indian-Americans Ansun sujoe, Sriram Hathwar are US Spelling Bee co-champs | ummid.com
Indian-Americans Ansun sujoe, Sriram Hathwar are US Spelling Bee co-champs | ummid.com
Two Indian American youngsters made history as Sriram Hathwar and Ansun Sujoen were declared co-champions in the Scripps National Spelling Bee contest for the first time in 52 years.
Two Indian American youngsters made history as Sriram Hathwar and Ansun Sujoen were declared co-champions in the Scripps National Spelling Bee contest for the first time in 52 years.
Modi focus on governance, asks ministers for 100-day timetable | ummid.com
Modi focus on governance, asks ministers for 100-day timetable | ummid.com
Taking steps to fulfil his avowed agenda of good governance, Prime Minister Narendra Modi Thursday asked his ministers to come up with a plan of action for the first 100 days, lay thrust on efficiency and delivery in their work and give quick response to representations from states and public representatives.
Taking steps to fulfil his avowed agenda of good governance, Prime Minister Narendra Modi Thursday asked his ministers to come up with a plan of action for the first 100 days, lay thrust on efficiency and delivery in their work and give quick response to representations from states and public representatives.
Maharashtra Board Class 12 HSC Results 2014 on on June 02 | ummid.com
Maharashtra Board Class 12 HSC Results 2014 on on June 02 | ummid.com
The Maharashtra State Board of Secondary and Higher Secondary Education (MSBSHSE) has confirmed that the class XII (class 12) or HSC results will be declared on Monday, June 2 at 01:00 in the afternoon.
The Maharashtra State Board of Secondary and Higher Secondary Education (MSBSHSE) has confirmed that the class XII (class 12) or HSC results will be declared on Monday, June 2 at 01:00 in the afternoon.
Shyama Prasad Mukherjee endorsed article 370: National Conference | ummid.com
Shyama Prasad Mukherjee endorsed article 370: National Conference | ummid.com
Article 370 was a bridge between Jammu and Kashmir and the rest of India, Rana said, following the union government's statement with regard to initiation of the process of scrapping this article.
Article 370 was a bridge between Jammu and Kashmir and the rest of India, Rana said, following the union government's statement with regard to initiation of the process of scrapping this article.
Harshita Arvind Kejriwal scores 96 percent in Class 12 | ummid.com
Harshita Arvind Kejriwal scores 96 percent in Class 12 | ummid.com
Girls have again outshone boys in the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) Class 12 examination, the results for which were declared Thursday.
Girls have again outshone boys in the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) Class 12 examination, the results for which were declared Thursday.
Girls outshine boys in CBSE class 12, Delhi government schools best | ummid.com
Girls outshine boys in CBSE class 12, Delhi government schools best | ummid.com
The girls recorded an overall pass percentage of 88.52 percent, while boys' pass percentage was 78.27 percent. The overall pass percentage for 2014 - 82.66 percent - recorded a marginal increase of 0.5 percent over last year's 82.10 percent.
The girls recorded an overall pass percentage of 88.52 percent, while boys' pass percentage was 78.27 percent. The overall pass percentage for 2014 - 82.66 percent - recorded a marginal increase of 0.5 percent over last year's 82.10 percent.
Stakeholders propose expert panel on Krishna-Godavari gas | ummid.com
Stakeholders propose expert panel on Krishna-Godavari gas | ummid.com
Reliance told the court that independent expert panel can determine whether its gas well is interconnected with ONGC and what was the quantum of gas drawn by it away from its entitlement, if any.
Reliance told the court that independent expert panel can determine whether its gas well is interconnected with ONGC and what was the quantum of gas drawn by it away from its entitlement, if any.
Bengal BJP leader threatens to behead Trinamool leader | ummid.com
Bengal BJP leader threatens to behead Trinamool leader | ummid.com
Anubrata, who enjoys the patronage of Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee, had during the 2013 rural polls in the state called his party worker to set ablaze rival party workers' houses and hurl bombs at police if they tried to prevent them.
Anubrata, who enjoys the patronage of Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee, had during the 2013 rural polls in the state called his party worker to set ablaze rival party workers' houses and hurl bombs at police if they tried to prevent them.
Sahara to sell assets in London, New York to raise money | ummid.com
Sahara to sell assets in London, New York to raise money | ummid.com
The court said Sahara would obtain a "confirmation from the Bank of China to the effect that the valuation reports prepared in respect of the three properties... by CBRE and JLL, have been prepared at the instance of the Bank of China and that the valuation reports have been accepted by the bank to be correct".
The court said Sahara would obtain a "confirmation from the Bank of China to the effect that the valuation reports prepared in respect of the three properties... by CBRE and JLL, have been prepared at the instance of the Bank of China and that the valuation reports have been accepted by the bank to be correct".
CBSE Class 12 exams: Maximum cheating cases registered in Delhi | ummid.com
CBSE Class 12 exams: Maximum cheating cases registered in Delhi | ummid.com
The damaged cable was paper cable, laid deep down the normal depth, and very old
The damaged cable was paper cable, laid deep down the normal depth, and very old
UP board 2014 class 10 results to be declared on May 30 | ummid.com
UP board 2014 class 10 results to be declared on May 30 | ummid.com
The Uttar Pradesh (UP) Class 10 board exam results are scheduled to be released tomorrow, i.e. May 30, at 12:30 pm. The exam was conducted by UPMSP in the month of March.
The Uttar Pradesh (UP) Class 10 board exam results are scheduled to be released tomorrow, i.e. May 30, at 12:30 pm. The exam was conducted by UPMSP in the month of March.
16th Lok Sabhas first session June 4-11 | ummid.com
16th Lok Sabhas first session June 4-11 | ummid.com
The 16th Lok Sabha will convene from June 4 to June 11 for its first session, Parliamentary Affairs Minister Venkaiah Naidu said here Thursday.
The 16th Lok Sabha will convene from June 4 to June 11 for its first session, Parliamentary Affairs Minister Venkaiah Naidu said here Thursday.
Wednesday, May 28, 2014
TRS sponsored shutdown in Telangana hits normal life | ummid.com
TRS sponsored shutdown in Telangana hits normal life | ummid.com
Buses of state-owned Road Transport Corporation (RTC) went off the roads in all 10 districts including Hyderabad. Shops, hotels and business establishments were also shutdown in many parts of Telangana.
Buses of state-owned Road Transport Corporation (RTC) went off the roads in all 10 districts including Hyderabad. Shops, hotels and business establishments were also shutdown in many parts of Telangana.
TRS sponsored shutdown in Telangana hits normal life | ummid.com
TRS sponsored shutdown in Telangana hits normal life | ummid.com
Buses of state-owned Road Transport Corporation (RTC) went off the roads in all 10 districts including Hyderabad. Shops, hotels and business establishments were also shutdown in many parts of Telangana.
Buses of state-owned Road Transport Corporation (RTC) went off the roads in all 10 districts including Hyderabad. Shops, hotels and business establishments were also shutdown in many parts of Telangana.
Indias supersonic Aakash missiles intercepts moving targets in test | ummid.com
Indias supersonic Aakash missiles intercepts moving targets in test | ummid.com
The missiles were launched from the Integrated Test Range (ITR) of Chandipur in the coastal Balasore district of Odisha, about 230 kms from Bhubaneswar, on towed body targets of Lakshya (pilot-less target aircraft) moving at "low altitude far boundary" and ripple mode missions.
The missiles were launched from the Integrated Test Range (ITR) of Chandipur in the coastal Balasore district of Odisha, about 230 kms from Bhubaneswar, on towed body targets of Lakshya (pilot-less target aircraft) moving at "low altitude far boundary" and ripple mode missions.
Father of Malaysian hockey Sultan Azlan Shah dead | ummid.com
Father of Malaysian hockey Sultan Azlan Shah dead | ummid.com
Azlan Shah was the 34th ruler of the state of Perak and was a die-hard hockey lover. He started playing hockey during his school days and was also a former president of Malaysian Hockey Confederation (MHC).
Azlan Shah was the 34th ruler of the state of Perak and was a die-hard hockey lover. He started playing hockey during his school days and was also a former president of Malaysian Hockey Confederation (MHC).
Policeman dishonors The Holy Kaaba, faces punitive action | ummid.com
Policeman dishonors The Holy Kaaba, faces punitive action | ummid.com
Prince Mishaal instructed the police chief to hold special awareness programs for security, military and civilian officers working at the two holy mosques to respect the sacredness of these vicinities and to deal with pilgrims and visitors decently.
Prince Mishaal instructed the police chief to hold special awareness programs for security, military and civilian officers working at the two holy mosques to respect the sacredness of these vicinities and to deal with pilgrims and visitors decently.
Nripendra Mishra appointed Modis principal secretary | ummid.com
Nripendra Mishra appointed Modis principal secretary | ummid.com
Mishra, a 1967 batch Indian Administrative Service officer from the Uttar Pradesh cadre, has served in various administrative field positions.
Mishra, a 1967 batch Indian Administrative Service officer from the Uttar Pradesh cadre, has served in various administrative field positions.
Row over Article 370 escalates | ummid.com
Row over Article 370 escalates | ummid.com
Abdullah Wednesday asked the central government to come clean on the "stakeholders" it was talking to on the contentious issue of revocation of Article 370 of the Constitution that gives Jammu and Kashmr a special status within the Indian
Abdullah Wednesday asked the central government to come clean on the "stakeholders" it was talking to on the contentious issue of revocation of Article 370 of the Constitution that gives Jammu and Kashmr a special status within the Indian
Telangana CM-designate calls for shutdown Thursday | ummid.com
Telangana CM-designate calls for shutdown Thursday | ummid.com
Chandrasekhara Rao, also the Telangana Rashtra Samithi (TRS) chief, gave the shutdown call after the central government reportedly sent to President Pranab Mukherjee an ordinance to merge the villages with Andhra Pradesh.
Chandrasekhara Rao, also the Telangana Rashtra Samithi (TRS) chief, gave the shutdown call after the central government reportedly sent to President Pranab Mukherjee an ordinance to merge the villages with Andhra Pradesh.
Kerala Congress leader calls Rahul Gandhi joker | ummid.com
Kerala Congress leader calls Rahul Gandhi joker | ummid.com
Blaming Rahul Gandhi for the party's electoral reverses in the Lok Sabha election, a senior leader in Kerala Wednesday termed the Congress vice president a "joker" and demanded he be removed from his posts if he does not step down voluntarily.
Blaming Rahul Gandhi for the party's electoral reverses in the Lok Sabha election, a senior leader in Kerala Wednesday termed the Congress vice president a "joker" and demanded he be removed from his posts if he does not step down voluntarily.
Indias leadership crucial for SAARC, says Sri Lanka | ummid.com
Indias leadership crucial for SAARC, says Sri Lanka | ummid.com
During the two leaders' bilateral meeting in New Delhi Tuesday, Rajapaksa stated that India's leadership is crucial for the success of South Asian Association for Regional Cooperation's (SAARC) operations and the countries must focus on common issues that can benefit the region on a global platform, the Daily News reported.
During the two leaders' bilateral meeting in New Delhi Tuesday, Rajapaksa stated that India's leadership is crucial for the success of South Asian Association for Regional Cooperation's (SAARC) operations and the countries must focus on common issues that can benefit the region on a global platform, the Daily News reported.
Jammu and Kashmir integral part of India: RSS | ummid.com
Jammu and Kashmir integral part of India: RSS | ummid.com
"J&K won't be part of India? Is Omar thinking its his parental estate? (Article) 370 or no 370 J&K has been and will always be an integral part of India," RSS spokesman Ram Madhav wrote on his Twitter handle.
"J&K won't be part of India? Is Omar thinking its his parental estate? (Article) 370 or no 370 J&K has been and will always be an integral part of India," RSS spokesman Ram Madhav wrote on his Twitter handle.
Sharif-Modi meeting outcome better than expected: Sartaj Aziz | ummid.com
Sharif-Modi meeting outcome better than expected: Sartaj Aziz | ummid.com
The outcome of Pakistan Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif's meeting with new Indian Premier Narendra Modi in New Delhi Tuesday was better than expected, Sharif's National Security and Foreign Affairs Advisor Sartaj Aziz said Wednesday.
The outcome of Pakistan Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif's meeting with new Indian Premier Narendra Modi in New Delhi Tuesday was better than expected, Sharif's National Security and Foreign Affairs Advisor Sartaj Aziz said Wednesday.
Tuesday, May 27, 2014
US to leave 9,800 troops in Afghanistan after 2014 | ummid.com
US to leave 9,800 troops in Afghanistan after 2014 | ummid.com
The troops will be reduced by roughly half by the end of 2015 and draw down to a normal embassy presence in Kabul by the end of 2016, Xinhua quoted the US president as saying at the White House.
The troops will be reduced by roughly half by the end of 2015 and draw down to a normal embassy presence in Kabul by the end of 2016, Xinhua quoted the US president as saying at the White House.
In Modis dream cabinet, 30 percent ministers have declared criminal cases | ummid.com
In Modis dream cabinet, 30 percent ministers have declared criminal cases | ummid.com
National Election Watch (NEW) and Association for Democratic Reforms (ADR), which analysed affidavits of 44 of the 46 members in the union council of ministers that was sworn in Monday, said in a release that 91 percent of the new ministers were "crorepatis" (multi-millionaires).
National Election Watch (NEW) and Association for Democratic Reforms (ADR), which analysed affidavits of 44 of the 46 members in the union council of ministers that was sworn in Monday, said in a release that 91 percent of the new ministers were "crorepatis" (multi-millionaires).
Modi, Sharif discuss terrorism; hope for new page in ties | ummid.com
Modi, Sharif discuss terrorism; hope for new page in ties | ummid.com
The first meeting between Modi, who assumed charge earlier in the day Tuesday and Sharif was held at Hyderabad House here with the two sides agreeing that their foreign secretaries will be in touch to discuss the future roadmap for talks.
The first meeting between Modi, who assumed charge earlier in the day Tuesday and Sharif was held at Hyderabad House here with the two sides agreeing that their foreign secretaries will be in touch to discuss the future roadmap for talks.
2014 CBSE Class 12 results to be out May 28 | ummid.com
2014 CBSE Class 12 results to be out May 28 | ummid.com
Students of Ajmer, Allahabad, Bhubaneshwar, Panchkula, Patna and Guwahati will be able to check their results Wednesday.
Students of Ajmer, Allahabad, Bhubaneshwar, Panchkula, Patna and Guwahati will be able to check their results Wednesday.
Pak premier Nawaz Sharif visits Delhis Jama Masjid | ummid.com
Pak premier Nawaz Sharif visits Delhis Jama Masjid | ummid.com
Accompanied by Sartaj Aziz, adviser on national security and foreign affairs, and Foreign Secretary Aizaz Chaudhry, Sharif had a leisurely view of Old Delhi from the elevated Mughal-built mosque.
Accompanied by Sartaj Aziz, adviser on national security and foreign affairs, and Foreign Secretary Aizaz Chaudhry, Sharif had a leisurely view of Old Delhi from the elevated Mughal-built mosque.
Monday, May 26, 2014
Modi faces sea of expectations from diaspora, India-watchers | ummid.com
Modi faces sea of expectations from diaspora, India-watchers | ummid.com
Balesh Dhankhar, president of Overseas Friends of BJP (OFBJP)'s Australia chapter, says Modi's stunning victory had given the Indian diaspora "a hope of reforms".
Balesh Dhankhar, president of Overseas Friends of BJP (OFBJP)'s Australia chapter, says Modi's stunning victory had given the Indian diaspora "a hope of reforms".
Jaitley is big player after Modi; Rajnath gets home, Sushma foreign | ummid.com
Jaitley is big player after Modi; Rajnath gets home, Sushma foreign | ummid.com
Arun Jaitley has turned out to be the most important person in the new government after Prime Minister Narendra Modi, with three heavy portfolios of finance, defence and corporate affairs, it was announced Tuesday.
Arun Jaitley has turned out to be the most important person in the new government after Prime Minister Narendra Modi, with three heavy portfolios of finance, defence and corporate affairs, it was announced Tuesday.
Modi cabinet takes oath, portfolios not out till midnight | ummid.com
Modi cabinet takes oath, portfolios not out till midnight | ummid.com
Speculation continued throughout the day about the likely portfolios of cabinet ministers with news channels claiming that Rajnath Singh will be home minister, Arun Jaitley will get finance along with additional charge of defence and Sushma Swaraj will be the external affairs minister.
Speculation continued throughout the day about the likely portfolios of cabinet ministers with news channels claiming that Rajnath Singh will be home minister, Arun Jaitley will get finance along with additional charge of defence and Sushma Swaraj will be the external affairs minister.
Hindu-Muslim mobs clash in Ahmedabad ahead of Modis swearing-in | ummid.com
Hindu-Muslim mobs clash in Ahmedabad ahead of Modis swearing-in | ummid.com
Shashidhar said an investigation was under way into the clashes which appear to have started when two cars from the different communities crashed in an accident during a marriage procession.
Shashidhar said an investigation was under way into the clashes which appear to have started when two cars from the different communities crashed in an accident during a marriage procession.
Pope Francis makes landmark visit to Al Aqsa Mosque compound | ummid.com
Pope Francis makes landmark visit to Al Aqsa Mosque compound | ummid.com
The dome enshrines the rock where Muslims believe the Prophet ascended to heaven. The mosque complex, known to Muslims as the Noble Sanctuary and to Jews as the Temple Mount, is at the heart of the territorial and religious disputes between Israel and its Arab neighbors.
The dome enshrines the rock where Muslims believe the Prophet ascended to heaven. The mosque complex, known to Muslims as the Noble Sanctuary and to Jews as the Temple Mount, is at the heart of the territorial and religious disputes between Israel and its Arab neighbors.
European elections: Nigel Farages UKIP tops poll | ummid.com
European elections: Nigel Farages UKIP tops poll | ummid.com
With UK Independence Party (UKIP) scoring a stunning victory in the European Parliament elections Sunday night, it was clear that party chief Nigel Farage had inflicted another body blow to the three main political parties.
With UK Independence Party (UKIP) scoring a stunning victory in the European Parliament elections Sunday night, it was clear that party chief Nigel Farage had inflicted another body blow to the three main political parties.
Palestinians condemn Israeli plan to build West Bank settlement units | ummid.com
Palestinians condemn Israeli plan to build West Bank settlement units | ummid.com
The Palestinian presidency Monday condemned the Israeli government for its plan to build 50 housing units in the settlement of Har Homa, near the historic West Bank city of Bethlehem.
The Palestinian presidency Monday condemned the Israeli government for its plan to build 50 housing units in the settlement of Har Homa, near the historic West Bank city of Bethlehem.
Terming Nazrul Islam minority icon appalling: Mamata | ummid.com
Terming Nazrul Islam minority icon appalling: Mamata | ummid.com
Inaugurating the Nazrul Tirtha, a cultural and educational centre dedicated to the poet, in the satellite township of New Town, Banerjee asserted that greats like Islam and Nobel laureate poet Rabindranath Tagore were beyond any minority or majority labels.
Inaugurating the Nazrul Tirtha, a cultural and educational centre dedicated to the poet, in the satellite township of New Town, Banerjee asserted that greats like Islam and Nobel laureate poet Rabindranath Tagore were beyond any minority or majority labels.
Indias 14th PM, Modi promises strong, developed, inclusive nation | ummid.com
Indias 14th PM, Modi promises strong, developed, inclusive nation | ummid.com
With the setting sun forming a magnificent backdrop, India got a new prime minister Monday as Narendrabhai Damodardas Modi, 63, took oath Monday in a 90-minute, open-air, business-like ceremony in the forecourt of Rashtrapati Bhavan, the presidential palace, attended by leaders of eight neighbouring countries.
With the setting sun forming a magnificent backdrop, India got a new prime minister Monday as Narendrabhai Damodardas Modi, 63, took oath Monday in a 90-minute, open-air, business-like ceremony in the forecourt of Rashtrapati Bhavan, the presidential palace, attended by leaders of eight neighbouring countries.
Grand-niece of Maulana Azad Najma Heptullah lone Muslim in Modis cabinet | ummid.com
Grand-niece of Maulana Azad Najma Heptullah lone Muslim in Modis cabinet | ummid.com
Grand-niece of eminent freedom fighter Maulana Abdul Kalam Azad, Dr. Najma Heptullah, an eminent writer and former Dy Chairperson in the Rajya Sabha, is the lone Muslim face in the Narendra Modi Cabinet.
Grand-niece of eminent freedom fighter Maulana Abdul Kalam Azad, Dr. Najma Heptullah, an eminent writer and former Dy Chairperson in the Rajya Sabha, is the lone Muslim face in the Narendra Modi Cabinet.
From wannabe Miss India to cabinet minister - phenomenal rise of Smriti Irani | ummid.com
From wannabe Miss India to cabinet minister - phenomenal rise of Smriti Irani | ummid.com
She sent her application for the 1998 Miss India contest, which was won by Lymaraina D'Souza. She couldn't reach the finals of the contest but fate took her to Mumbai, the entertainment capital of the country, where she joined McDonald's Bandra outlet to support herself while auditioning for work in showbiz.
She sent her application for the 1998 Miss India contest, which was won by Lymaraina D'Souza. She couldn't reach the finals of the contest but fate took her to Mumbai, the entertainment capital of the country, where she joined McDonald's Bandra outlet to support herself while auditioning for work in showbiz.
Muslims acquitted in Akshardham terror case demand compensation | ummid.com
Muslims acquitted in Akshardham terror case demand compensation | ummid.com
Besides, there were other three other Ahmedabad residents - Mohammed Altaf, 30, a shopkeeper working in Saudi Arabia, who was given five years' sentence which he completed, Mohammed Salim, 37, a tailor also working in Saudi Arabia, and Maulvi Abdulla, 55, a cleric.
Besides, there were other three other Ahmedabad residents - Mohammed Altaf, 30, a shopkeeper working in Saudi Arabia, who was given five years' sentence which he completed, Mohammed Salim, 37, a tailor also working in Saudi Arabia, and Maulvi Abdulla, 55, a cleric.
Gorakhdham Express rams into goods train near Sant Kabir Nagar in UP, 25 killed | ummid.com
Gorakhdham Express rams into goods train near Sant Kabir Nagar in UP, 25 killed | ummid.com
The express train was headed to Gorakhpur from New Delhi. The first six coaches of the Gorakhdham train have been severely damaged. - See more at: http://www.ummid.com/news/2014/May/26.05.2014/up-train-collide.html
The express train was headed to Gorakhpur from New Delhi. The first six coaches of the Gorakhdham train have been severely damaged. - See more at: http://www.ummid.com/news/2014/May/26.05.2014/up-train-collide.html
Sunday, May 25, 2014
Poroshenko wins Ukrainian presidential election; Exit polls | ummid.com
Poroshenko wins Ukrainian presidential election; Exit polls | ummid.com
A third exit poll, conducted by sociologists of the Savik Shuster Studio, demonstrated similar figures, with Poroshenko winning 55.7 percent of the vote, Tymoshenko 12.9 percent and Lyashko 8.8 percent.
A third exit poll, conducted by sociologists of the Savik Shuster Studio, demonstrated similar figures, with Poroshenko winning 55.7 percent of the vote, Tymoshenko 12.9 percent and Lyashko 8.8 percent.
AAP to think small again: Focus on Delhi, may not contest Haryana | ummid.com
AAP to think small again: Focus on Delhi, may not contest Haryana | ummid.com
Some of its leaders feel the party needs to channelize its energy and scarce resources in home ground Delhi where it made an impressive debut in the December assembly election but failed to win any of the seven Lok Sabha seats on which it set a lot of store.
Some of its leaders feel the party needs to channelize its energy and scarce resources in home ground Delhi where it made an impressive debut in the December assembly election but failed to win any of the seven Lok Sabha seats on which it set a lot of store.
Six rapes everyday in Delhi, says police data | ummid.com
Six rapes everyday in Delhi, says police data | ummid.com
According to a recent compilation of data by the Delhi Police, a copy of which is available with IANS, 616 rapes and 1,336 molestation cases were registered in the period from Jan 1 till April 30 this year - a 36 percent increase in rape cases compared to around 450 cases registered in the same period last year.
According to a recent compilation of data by the Delhi Police, a copy of which is available with IANS, 616 rapes and 1,336 molestation cases were registered in the period from Jan 1 till April 30 this year - a 36 percent increase in rape cases compared to around 450 cases registered in the same period last year.
13 killed as storm hits east Uttar Pradesh | ummid.com
13 killed as storm hits east Uttar Pradesh | ummid.com
The storm killed people in Sonebhadra, Mirzapur and Bhadohi where many hutments collapsed and tin sheds were blown away in the wind. Over a dozen people were injured.
The storm killed people in Sonebhadra, Mirzapur and Bhadohi where many hutments collapsed and tin sheds were blown away in the wind. Over a dozen people were injured.
Modi oath one of the biggest functions in Rashtrapati Bhavan | ummid.com
Modi oath one of the biggest functions in Rashtrapati Bhavan | ummid.com
Modi's swearing-in ceremony will be an open air event at the forecourt of Rashtrapati Bhavan. A stage has been set up at the base of the steps, with hundreds of chairs placed in a semi-circle facing it for the ceremony, which shall be televised live.
Modi's swearing-in ceremony will be an open air event at the forecourt of Rashtrapati Bhavan. A stage has been set up at the base of the steps, with hundreds of chairs placed in a semi-circle facing it for the ceremony, which shall be televised live.
Ram Temple construction in Ayodhya not contentious issue: Heptulla | ummid.com
Ram Temple construction in Ayodhya not contentious issue: Heptulla | ummid.com
A three-judge bench of the Allahabad High Court ruled in 2010 that the disputed land should be divided into three parts -- with one part going to the Sunni Waqf Board, second part to the Nirmohi Akhara and the third to the party for "Ram Lalla."
A three-judge bench of the Allahabad High Court ruled in 2010 that the disputed land should be divided into three parts -- with one part going to the Sunni Waqf Board, second part to the Nirmohi Akhara and the third to the party for "Ram Lalla."
From 9 Ashoka Road to 7 Race Course Road: A PM-elects journey | ummid.com
From 9 Ashoka Road to 7 Race Course Road: A PM-elects journey | ummid.com
It was from an austere single room in an outhouse on Ashoka Road that Modi, who had just been made a party general secretary in 1995 because of his organisational qualities, operated and shared with another functionary, J.P. Nadda, now tipped to be party president.
It was from an austere single room in an outhouse on Ashoka Road that Modi, who had just been made a party general secretary in 1995 because of his organisational qualities, operated and shared with another functionary, J.P. Nadda, now tipped to be party president.
More Muslims voted for BJP this time: Naqvi | ummid.com
More Muslims voted for BJP this time: Naqvi | ummid.com
"According to our reports, the BJP received 14-15 percent of Muslim votes in the Lok Sabha election," Naqvi said after a meeting held to review the Bharatiya Janata Party's performance in garnering Muslim votes.
"According to our reports, the BJP received 14-15 percent of Muslim votes in the Lok Sabha election," Naqvi said after a meeting held to review the Bharatiya Janata Party's performance in garnering Muslim votes.
Secular parties have failed to transfer their votes to Muslim candidates | ummid.com
Secular parties have failed to transfer their votes to Muslim candidates | ummid.com
Writes MP Asaduddin Owaisi, says all Muslims should come under an umbrella of a single political party which represents them and defends minority rights
It is up to the country to ponder why an Imran Masood makes an incendiary speech and loses the elections and Giriraj Singh says the same and wins. You don't have a single Muslim MP in UP, which has 18 per cent Muslims.
Writes MP Asaduddin Owaisi, says all Muslims should come under an umbrella of a single political party which represents them and defends minority rights
It is up to the country to ponder why an Imran Masood makes an incendiary speech and loses the elections and Giriraj Singh says the same and wins. You don't have a single Muslim MP in UP, which has 18 per cent Muslims.
Saturday, May 24, 2014
Moroccan king congratulates Modi, pledges cooperation | ummid.com
Moroccan king congratulates Modi, pledges cooperation | ummid.com
He also welcomed the level of coordination and cooperation between the two countries on various international issues of common interest, welcoming the special place of India in its regional and international environment.
He also welcomed the level of coordination and cooperation between the two countries on various international issues of common interest, welcoming the special place of India in its regional and international environment.
Sonia asks partymen not to bicker in public, learn lessons from rout | ummid.com
Sonia asks partymen not to bicker in public, learn lessons from rout | ummid.com
Congress president Sonia Gandhi, re-elected chairperson of Congress Parliamentary Party (CPP) Saturday, asked party leaders not to indulge in "public acrimony" over the party's worst Lok Sabha results for which appropriate lessons need to be learnt.
Congress president Sonia Gandhi, re-elected chairperson of Congress Parliamentary Party (CPP) Saturday, asked party leaders not to indulge in "public acrimony" over the party's worst Lok Sabha results for which appropriate lessons need to be learnt.
Set up high-powered committee to resolve Muslim issues: Modi urged | ummid.com
Set up high-powered committee to resolve Muslim issues: Modi urged | ummid.com
While participating in a television show, various representatives from the Muslim community identified education and jobs as two top most priorities for alleviating the conditions of Muslims and urged Prime Minister-designate Narendra Modi to set up a single high-powered committee to resolve crucial issues relating to minorities.
While participating in a television show, various representatives from the Muslim community identified education and jobs as two top most priorities for alleviating the conditions of Muslims and urged Prime Minister-designate Narendra Modi to set up a single high-powered committee to resolve crucial issues relating to minorities.
From daughter to journos, Sharifs India visit gets support from everyone | ummid.com
From daughter to journos, Sharifs India visit gets support from everyone | ummid.com
The excitement had been building up ever since the formal invite was sent on May 21 to Pakistan Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif. Will he come, or won't he?Twitter was abuzz with speculation, and even exhortations to Sharif to accept the invite to attend Narendra Modi's oath-taking ceremony as the new Indian prime minister.
The excitement had been building up ever since the formal invite was sent on May 21 to Pakistan Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif. Will he come, or won't he?Twitter was abuzz with speculation, and even exhortations to Sharif to accept the invite to attend Narendra Modi's oath-taking ceremony as the new Indian prime minister.
Tea seller, 15, wants to attend Modis swearing-in | ummid.com
Tea seller, 15, wants to attend Modis swearing-in | ummid.com
Ritesh, who is a member of the federation of street children run by Childhood Enhancement through Training and Action (CHETNA), has already sent letters to the prime minister's office, BJP office and Gujarat Bhawan in this regard.
Ritesh, who is a member of the federation of street children run by Childhood Enhancement through Training and Action (CHETNA), has already sent letters to the prime minister's office, BJP office and Gujarat Bhawan in this regard.
AAP being run by crony clique, Shazia Ilmi says in farewell message | ummid.com
AAP being run by crony clique, Shazia Ilmi says in farewell message | ummid.com
Accusing the AAP of being run by a "crony clique" who take "impulsive decisions", journalist-turned-politician Shazia Ilmi Saturday quit the party citing lack of "inner-party democracy".
Accusing the AAP of being run by a "crony clique" who take "impulsive decisions", journalist-turned-politician Shazia Ilmi Saturday quit the party citing lack of "inner-party democracy".
Activists of BJPs student wing vandalise seminar venue in Patna | ummid.com
Activists of BJPs student wing vandalise seminar venue in Patna | ummid.com
Members of the Akhil Bharatiya Vidyarthi Parishad (ABVP) Saturday ransacked the venue of a seminar here, which was organised to discuss the arrest of a Delhi University professor for his alleged links with Maoists.
Members of the Akhil Bharatiya Vidyarthi Parishad (ABVP) Saturday ransacked the venue of a seminar here, which was organised to discuss the arrest of a Delhi University professor for his alleged links with Maoists.
Eight countries leaders to be at Modi swearing-in | ummid.com
Eight countries leaders to be at Modi swearing-in | ummid.com
Leaders from all eight countries, including Pakistan, who were invited to the swearing-in ceremony of prime minister-designate Narendra Modi have confirmed their participation, the external affairs ministry said Saturday.
Leaders from all eight countries, including Pakistan, who were invited to the swearing-in ceremony of prime minister-designate Narendra Modi have confirmed their participation, the external affairs ministry said Saturday.
Modis gestures: Willingness to make a new beginning | ummid.com
Modis gestures: Willingness to make a new beginning | ummid.com
What these initiatives show is that Modi will not let the grass grow under his feet when it comes to dealing with issues of national interest. In such cases, he is likely to brush aside objections from the provincial leaders which the earlier government was hesitant to do.
What these initiatives show is that Modi will not let the grass grow under his feet when it comes to dealing with issues of national interest. In such cases, he is likely to brush aside objections from the provincial leaders which the earlier government was hesitant to do.
To gain Muslim confidence, end media trials | ummid.com
To gain Muslim confidence, end media trials | ummid.com
One had to grow up in old Lucknow to know the difference. The best perfume manufacturers of Awadh were Asghar Ali - Mohammad Ali but the best tobacconist, particularly manufacturers of tobacco for the hukkah or hubble-bubble, were Mohammad Omar-Mohammad Siddiq. It is elementary that the first set of names are Shia and the rest, Sunni.
One had to grow up in old Lucknow to know the difference. The best perfume manufacturers of Awadh were Asghar Ali - Mohammad Ali but the best tobacconist, particularly manufacturers of tobacco for the hukkah or hubble-bubble, were Mohammad Omar-Mohammad Siddiq. It is elementary that the first set of names are Shia and the rest, Sunni.
Communal clash in UPs Gajadharpur village over bursting of fire crackers | ummid.com
Communal clash in UPs Gajadharpur village over bursting of fire crackers | ummid.com
Clashes took place in an Uttar Pradesh village following an argument over bursting of fire crackers during a marriage ceremony, police said Saturday.
Clashes took place in an Uttar Pradesh village following an argument over bursting of fire crackers during a marriage ceremony, police said Saturday.
Pak premier Nawaz Sharif to attend Modis swearing-in ceremony | ummid.com
Pak premier Nawaz Sharif to attend Modis swearing-in ceremony | ummid.com
The Pakistan Foreign Office had urged Sharif to attend the ceremony, saying that the bitterness towards Pakistan shown during the election campaign in India would subside after the formation of a new government in New Delhi.
The Pakistan Foreign Office had urged Sharif to attend the ceremony, saying that the bitterness towards Pakistan shown during the election campaign in India would subside after the formation of a new government in New Delhi.
Friday, May 23, 2014
Shazia Ilmi resigns, dissent within AAP grows | ummid.com
Shazia Ilmi resigns, dissent within AAP grows | ummid.com
Senior AAP leader and its Muslim face Shazia Ilmi has reportedly resigned from the party, marking the first casualty to AAP's disastrous Lok Sabha performance. It is learnt that she sent a letter to the Political Affairs Committee (PAC) giving her resignation.
Senior AAP leader and its Muslim face Shazia Ilmi has reportedly resigned from the party, marking the first casualty to AAP's disastrous Lok Sabha performance. It is learnt that she sent a letter to the Political Affairs Committee (PAC) giving her resignation.
Narendra Modis vision bodes well for a clean India | ummid.com
Narendra Modis vision bodes well for a clean India | ummid.com
Listening to PM-elect Narendra Modi's victory speech on the banks of the Ganga was a landmark experience in pursuit of cleanliness. His vision to make cleanliness as one of the top items on his agenda, and a promise to deliver a clean India by 2019, must be roundly applauded with all sincerity.
Listening to PM-elect Narendra Modi's victory speech on the banks of the Ganga was a landmark experience in pursuit of cleanliness. His vision to make cleanliness as one of the top items on his agenda, and a promise to deliver a clean India by 2019, must be roundly applauded with all sincerity.
Plastic banknotes to be released in Scotland in 2015 | ummid.com
Plastic banknotes to be released in Scotland in 2015 | ummid.com
In December last year, the Bank of England announced that it planned to issue plastic banknotes for the first time from 2016 when a new five pound note featuring Sir Winston Churchill will be introduced.
In December last year, the Bank of England announced that it planned to issue plastic banknotes for the first time from 2016 when a new five pound note featuring Sir Winston Churchill will be introduced.
India bans testing of animals for cosmetic products | ummid.com
India bans testing of animals for cosmetic products | ummid.com
"Effective today (Friday), the animal testing for cosmetic products and ingredients is outlawed throughout India. This is a huge victory for animals in laboratories," said Alokparna Sengupta, Humane Society International's Be Cruelty-Free India campaign manager.
"Effective today (Friday), the animal testing for cosmetic products and ingredients is outlawed throughout India. This is a huge victory for animals in laboratories," said Alokparna Sengupta, Humane Society International's Be Cruelty-Free India campaign manager.
Mamata not to attend Modis swearing-in, but send representatives | ummid.com
Mamata not to attend Modis swearing-in, but send representatives | ummid.com
Urban Development Minister Firhad Hakim said Finance Minister Amit Mitra and party's national general secretary and Rajya Sabha member Mukul Roy would grace the function at the Rashtrapati Bhavan for which Banerjee has been invited.
Urban Development Minister Firhad Hakim said Finance Minister Amit Mitra and party's national general secretary and Rajya Sabha member Mukul Roy would grace the function at the Rashtrapati Bhavan for which Banerjee has been invited.
Terror attack on Indian consulate in Afghanistan foiled, four gunmen killed | ummid.com
Terror attack on Indian consulate in Afghanistan foiled, four gunmen killed | ummid.com
The attack began at 3.15 a.m. when the four gunmen tried to break into the consulate, located 600 km from Kabul. The audacious attack came ahead of the May 26 swearing-in of Narendra Modi as India's next prime minister. Afghan President Hamid Karzai is to attend the oath-taking ceremony in New Delhi.
The attack began at 3.15 a.m. when the four gunmen tried to break into the consulate, located 600 km from Kabul. The audacious attack came ahead of the May 26 swearing-in of Narendra Modi as India's next prime minister. Afghan President Hamid Karzai is to attend the oath-taking ceremony in New Delhi.
Modi calls Afghan president, meets party leaders | ummid.com
Modi calls Afghan president, meets party leaders | ummid.com
Syed Akbaruddin, external affairs ministry spokesman, said in a tweet: "PM designate Narendra Modi following events related to attack on India's consulate in Herat. Speaks to Amb Sinha in Afghanistan. Bolsters morale of all staff in India's Missions in Afghanistan".
Syed Akbaruddin, external affairs ministry spokesman, said in a tweet: "PM designate Narendra Modi following events related to attack on India's consulate in Herat. Speaks to Amb Sinha in Afghanistan. Bolsters morale of all staff in India's Missions in Afghanistan".
Poonch curfew lifted, community leaders agree to keep peace | ummid.com
Poonch curfew lifted, community leaders agree to keep peace | ummid.com
Curfew was lifted from Jammu and Kashmir's Poonch town Friday evening and the army withdrawn after members of the two clashing communities, brought together by the administration, agreed to help restore peace, an official said.
Curfew was lifted from Jammu and Kashmir's Poonch town Friday evening and the army withdrawn after members of the two clashing communities, brought together by the administration, agreed to help restore peace, an official said.
Modis first foreign tour as PM will be to Bangladesh | ummid.com
Modis first foreign tour as PM will be to Bangladesh | ummid.com
India's external affairs ministry has already started the process to finalize the dates for the visit, Bhorer Kagoj newspaper quoted diplomatic sources as saying in New Delhi.
India's external affairs ministry has already started the process to finalize the dates for the visit, Bhorer Kagoj newspaper quoted diplomatic sources as saying in New Delhi.
Sirajuddin Qureshi welcomes Modi as PM, hopes a better govt | ummid.com
Sirajuddin Qureshi welcomes Modi as PM, hopes a better govt | ummid.com
"In Gujarat, people of the community say are better off now.. They say they have almost forgotten about 2002. They openly said they have voted for Modi in the three elections since. They said they are getting the same benefits that others (Hindus) are getting. There is no discrimination.. they are treated equally," he said.
"In Gujarat, people of the community say are better off now.. They say they have almost forgotten about 2002. They openly said they have voted for Modi in the three elections since. They said they are getting the same benefits that others (Hindus) are getting. There is no discrimination.. they are treated equally," he said.
Perfectly planned suicide finds space in medical journal | ummid.com
Perfectly planned suicide finds space in medical journal | ummid.com
Despite planning a "perfect suicide", a medical professional here was saved by doctors using an unusual medical technique and the report in this regard has found place in the Indian Journal of Critical Care Medicine (IJCCM).
Despite planning a "perfect suicide", a medical professional here was saved by doctors using an unusual medical technique and the report in this regard has found place in the Indian Journal of Critical Care Medicine (IJCCM).
BJP pinged 144 million Net users in latest election | ummid.com
BJP pinged 144 million Net users in latest election | ummid.com
"We were able to reach out to virtually every internet user in the country," said Vinit Goenka, national co-convenor of the BJP's information technology cell, who formulated the digital strategy for his party's star campaigners.
"We were able to reach out to virtually every internet user in the country," said Vinit Goenka, national co-convenor of the BJP's information technology cell, who formulated the digital strategy for his party's star campaigners.
Pak premier Nawaz Sharif urged to attend Modi swearing-in | ummid.com
Pak premier Nawaz Sharif urged to attend Modi swearing-in | ummid.com
Foreign Office spokesperson Tasneem Aslam said Thursday that the bitterness towards Pakistan shown during the election campaign in India would subside after the formation of a new government in New Delhi.
Foreign Office spokesperson Tasneem Aslam said Thursday that the bitterness towards Pakistan shown during the election campaign in India would subside after the formation of a new government in New Delhi.
Thursday, May 22, 2014
Fire in parliament house | ummid.com
Fire in parliament house | ummid.com
A minor fire broke out Friday morning on the third floor of parliament house here, an official said.
A minor fire broke out Friday morning on the third floor of parliament house here, an official said.
Kuwait to distribute 250,000 Quran during 2014 FIFA World Cup in Brazil | ummid.com
Kuwait to distribute 250,000 Quran during 2014 FIFA World Cup in Brazil | ummid.com
In an attempt to reach out to a wide range of people of different cultures and backgrounds, Kuwait's Awqaf Ministry plans to distribute 250,000 free copies of Qur'an translations in different languages during the FIFA World Cup to be held in Brazil.
In an attempt to reach out to a wide range of people of different cultures and backgrounds, Kuwait's Awqaf Ministry plans to distribute 250,000 free copies of Qur'an translations in different languages during the FIFA World Cup to be held in Brazil.
Criticism mounts in Congress at Team Rahul | ummid.com
Criticism mounts in Congress at Team Rahul | ummid.com
Former union minister Milind Deora, who said that Gandhi's advisers did not have their ears to the ground, stuck to his remarks Thursday but noted that his remarks were expressed out of "deep loyalty" and "pain".
Former union minister Milind Deora, who said that Gandhi's advisers did not have their ears to the ground, stuck to his remarks Thursday but noted that his remarks were expressed out of "deep loyalty" and "pain".
Modis invitation to Rajapaksa unfortunate: Jayalalithaa | ummid.com
Modis invitation to Rajapaksa unfortunate: Jayalalithaa | ummid.com
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister J. Jayalalithaa Thursday termed as "unfortunate" the invitation extended to Sri Lankan President Mahinda Rajapaksa to attend the swearing-in ceremony of India's new prime minister Narendra Modi.
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister J. Jayalalithaa Thursday termed as "unfortunate" the invitation extended to Sri Lankan President Mahinda Rajapaksa to attend the swearing-in ceremony of India's new prime minister Narendra Modi.
31 killed in China market car-bomb explosions | ummid.com
31 killed in China market car-bomb explosions | ummid.com
Two vehicles, without licence plates, broke through roadside fences and crashed into an open air market at Park North Street near Renmin Park at 7.50 a.m. and explosive devices were set off, said a statement issued by the Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region's publicity department.
Two vehicles, without licence plates, broke through roadside fences and crashed into an open air market at Park North Street near Renmin Park at 7.50 a.m. and explosive devices were set off, said a statement issued by the Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region's publicity department.
Saudi Arabian authorities delay Indian workers repatriation | ummid.com
Saudi Arabian authorities delay Indian workers repatriation | ummid.com
Absaruddin Abdul Bari Shaikh, a cleaner, has been bedridden with memory loss after being hit by a speeding car in south-western Saudi Arabia July 14 that left him with fatal injuries and brain concussion.
Absaruddin Abdul Bari Shaikh, a cleaner, has been bedridden with memory loss after being hit by a speeding car in south-western Saudi Arabia July 14 that left him with fatal injuries and brain concussion.
Asaduddin Owaisi rules out joining TRS government | ummid.com
Asaduddin Owaisi rules out joining TRS government | ummid.com
Asaduddin, who has been re-elected as Hyderabad MP for the third consecutive time, termed the meeting positive. He hoped that under Rao's leadership Telangana would become number one state in the country.
Asaduddin, who has been re-elected as Hyderabad MP for the third consecutive time, termed the meeting positive. He hoped that under Rao's leadership Telangana would become number one state in the country.
And now a Modi Doctrine? Proactive instead of reactive diplomacy | ummid.com
And now a Modi Doctrine? Proactive instead of reactive diplomacy | ummid.com
However, there are also opportunities in economic integration and strengthening of democratic institutions in some countries. Modi has come to power promising to fix the economy and understands the potential benefits of South Asian economic integration and the importance of trade and in catalyzing India's own economic growth.
However, there are also opportunities in economic integration and strengthening of democratic institutions in some countries. Modi has come to power promising to fix the economy and understands the potential benefits of South Asian economic integration and the importance of trade and in catalyzing India's own economic growth.
Challenges before Narendra Modi | ummid.com
Challenges before Narendra Modi | ummid.com
One factor that merits close attention in this context is the subsidy burden. Doing away with diesel subsidy should not be a problem now. However, scrapping fertiliser subsidy will be a challenge for which the requisite political courage needs to be mustered.
One factor that merits close attention in this context is the subsidy burden. Doing away with diesel subsidy should not be a problem now. However, scrapping fertiliser subsidy will be a challenge for which the requisite political courage needs to be mustered.
Wednesday, May 21, 2014
Explosions in China market; many feared dead, injured | ummid.com
Explosions in China market; many feared dead, injured | ummid.com
The blasts occurred at an open air morning market near Renmin Park in downtown Urumqi. Flames and heavy smoke were seen nearby while the area had been cordoned off after the blast.
The blasts occurred at an open air morning market near Renmin Park in downtown Urumqi. Flames and heavy smoke were seen nearby while the area had been cordoned off after the blast.
Magnitude-6 quake rocks India, tremors felt across country | ummid.com
Magnitude-6 quake rocks India, tremors felt across country | ummid.com
"The magnitude of the earthquake was 6.0 on the Richter scale and its epicentre was in the Bay of Bengal," said an official of the India Meteorological Department in Delhi. - See more at: http://www.ummid.com/news/2014/May/21.05.2014/quake-india.html
"The magnitude of the earthquake was 6.0 on the Richter scale and its epicentre was in the Bay of Bengal," said an official of the India Meteorological Department in Delhi. - See more at: http://www.ummid.com/news/2014/May/21.05.2014/quake-india.html
Expectations from Prime Minister Narendra Modi | ummid.com
Expectations from Prime Minister Narendra Modi | ummid.com
Next is the task of improving the infrastructure of the country. This has to be done through completion of the golden triangle roads, introduction of fast trains, and work on the connecting the entire India. All this has to be done in a firm timeline so to make the people see the difference.
Next is the task of improving the infrastructure of the country. This has to be done through completion of the golden triangle roads, introduction of fast trains, and work on the connecting the entire India. All this has to be done in a firm timeline so to make the people see the difference.
After poll debacle, Akhilesh cracks whip on bureaucracy | ummid.com
After poll debacle, Akhilesh cracks whip on bureaucracy | ummid.com
The development comes a day after 36 minister-level leaders of the party were given marching orders by Chief Minister Akhilesh Yadav. They were dismissed for failing to do enough for the party contestants during the Lok Sabha elections.
The development comes a day after 36 minister-level leaders of the party were given marching orders by Chief Minister Akhilesh Yadav. They were dismissed for failing to do enough for the party contestants during the Lok Sabha elections.
Modify order on SIT to probe black money: Centre urges SC | ummid.com
Modify order on SIT to probe black money: Centre urges SC | ummid.com
The central government Wednesday moved the Supreme Court seeking modification of its earlier orders on setting up a Special Investigation Team (SIT) to investigate the flight of black money to tax havens abroad and bringing it back.
The central government Wednesday moved the Supreme Court seeking modification of its earlier orders on setting up a Special Investigation Team (SIT) to investigate the flight of black money to tax havens abroad and bringing it back.
Anandiben Patel: Gujarats first woman CM | ummid.com
Anandiben Patel: Gujarats first woman CM | ummid.com
Some 25 years ago, without a second thought, a woman school teacher plunged into the Narmada river and rescued two young girl students who were drowning. The teacher was 47 years old then. Today, at age 73, Anandiben Patel is all set to become Gujarat's next and first woman chief minister, succeeding Narendra Modi.
Some 25 years ago, without a second thought, a woman school teacher plunged into the Narmada river and rescued two young girl students who were drowning. The teacher was 47 years old then. Today, at age 73, Anandiben Patel is all set to become Gujarat's next and first woman chief minister, succeeding Narendra Modi.
Four toppers in ICSE class 10 exam, girls outshine boys | ummid.com
Four toppers in ICSE class 10 exam, girls outshine boys | ummid.com
Shreyas Sudhaman from Kumaran Public School, Bangalore; Apoorva Narayanswamy from St. Paul's English School, Bangalore; Siddhartha Shankar Kahali from Little Flower School, Jamshedpur and Rishabh Raj from St. Paul's School, Rourkela are the highest scorers all over India.
Shreyas Sudhaman from Kumaran Public School, Bangalore; Apoorva Narayanswamy from St. Paul's English School, Bangalore; Siddhartha Shankar Kahali from Little Flower School, Jamshedpur and Rishabh Raj from St. Paul's School, Rourkela are the highest scorers all over India.
Maharashtra MPs with criminal past are all millionaires | ummid.com
Maharashtra MPs with criminal past are all millionaires | ummid.com
A majority -31- of the newly-elected 48 Lok Sabha members from Maharashtra have a criminal background and are also multi-millionaires with assets ranging from a minimum of Rs.99 lakh to Rs.66 crore.
A majority -31- of the newly-elected 48 Lok Sabha members from Maharashtra have a criminal background and are also multi-millionaires with assets ranging from a minimum of Rs.99 lakh to Rs.66 crore.
In a first, Modi invites Pakistan, other SAARC heads to swearing in | ummid.com
In a first, Modi invites Pakistan, other SAARC heads to swearing in | ummid.com
Modi will take oath as India's 14th prime minister at the ceremony that is expected to be attended by over 3,000 invited guests and will be telecast live. The swearing-in ceremony would be held in the open forecourt of Rashtrapati Bhavan, the presidential palace.
Modi will take oath as India's 14th prime minister at the ceremony that is expected to be attended by over 3,000 invited guests and will be telecast live. The swearing-in ceremony would be held in the open forecourt of Rashtrapati Bhavan, the presidential palace.
Arvind Kejriwal arrested, lodged in Tihar Jail | ummid.com
Arvind Kejriwal arrested, lodged in Tihar Jail | ummid.com
Former Delhi chief minister Arvind Kejriwal was sent to the Tihar Jail after a Delhi court Wednesday sent him to two-day judicial custody following his refusal to furnish a personal bail bond in a defamation case filed by BJP leader Nitin Gadkari.
Former Delhi chief minister Arvind Kejriwal was sent to the Tihar Jail after a Delhi court Wednesday sent him to two-day judicial custody following his refusal to furnish a personal bail bond in a defamation case filed by BJP leader Nitin Gadkari.
Tuesday, May 20, 2014
Wait and watch Modi perform, Indian Muslims advised | ummid.com
Wait and watch Modi perform, Indian Muslims advised | ummid.com
Muslims should wait and watch how Narendra Modi, BJP leader and India's next prime minister, uses this opportunity to change himself from a polarizing figure with divisive ideology to a leader with an inclusive approach, according to Manzoor Alam.
Muslims should wait and watch how Narendra Modi, BJP leader and India's next prime minister, uses this opportunity to change himself from a polarizing figure with divisive ideology to a leader with an inclusive approach, according to Manzoor Alam.
AAP says will form government in Delhi, asks LG not to dissolve house | ummid.com
AAP says will form government in Delhi, asks LG not to dissolve house | ummid.com
After the Lok Sabha polls, the Aam Aadmi Party and the Bharatiya Janata Party began exploring possibilities to form the government in Delhi, which has been under President's rule since Feb 17.
After the Lok Sabha polls, the Aam Aadmi Party and the Bharatiya Janata Party began exploring possibilities to form the government in Delhi, which has been under President's rule since Feb 17.
Urban Amritsar voted heavily against Jaitley | ummid.com
Urban Amritsar voted heavily against Jaitley | ummid.com
Jaitley, who is now facing the humiliation of being the only one among the topmost party leaders to have faced defeat at a time when the Narendra Modi-wave gave the Bharatiya Janata Party big gains in the entire north belt, suffered at the hands of Amritsar city voters.
Jaitley, who is now facing the humiliation of being the only one among the topmost party leaders to have faced defeat at a time when the Narendra Modi-wave gave the Bharatiya Janata Party big gains in the entire north belt, suffered at the hands of Amritsar city voters.
Pakistan court summons 16 politicians for having assets abroad | ummid.com
Pakistan court summons 16 politicians for having assets abroad | ummid.com
The court ordered the respondents, including former president Asif Ali Zardari and Pakistan Tehreek-i-Insaf chairman Imran Khan, to submit their written replies with all details of their assets inside the country and abroad, The News International reported.
The court ordered the respondents, including former president Asif Ali Zardari and Pakistan Tehreek-i-Insaf chairman Imran Khan, to submit their written replies with all details of their assets inside the country and abroad, The News International reported.
Modi to resign as Gujarat CM May 21, Anandiben to succeed him | ummid.com
Modi to resign as Gujarat CM May 21, Anandiben to succeed him | ummid.com
While the BJP has not made an official announcement about who will succeed Modi, party sources said that Anandiben Patel, the revenue minister, was set to be the next chief minister of the state.
While the BJP has not made an official announcement about who will succeed Modi, party sources said that Anandiben Patel, the revenue minister, was set to be the next chief minister of the state.
Egypt Presidential election: Sisi clear winner in early expat results | ummid.com
Egypt Presidential election: Sisi clear winner in early expat results | ummid.com
"According to the campaign, Sisi garnered 97 percent of valid votes in Australia (4,672 out of 4,816 and 33 invalid ballots), 93 percent in New Zealand (41 of 44 valid votes) and likewise in China's Shanghai (66 of 71 valid votes)," Egypt's Ahram newspaper reported.
"According to the campaign, Sisi garnered 97 percent of valid votes in Australia (4,672 out of 4,816 and 33 invalid ballots), 93 percent in New Zealand (41 of 44 valid votes) and likewise in China's Shanghai (66 of 71 valid votes)," Egypt's Ahram newspaper reported.
Egyptian president Adly Mansour congratulates Modi | ummid.com
Egyptian president Adly Mansour congratulates Modi | ummid.com
Egyptian President Adly Mansour has wished India's prime minister-designate Narendra Modi success in his new responsibility and expressed his desire to further develop strong bilateral relations.
Egyptian President Adly Mansour has wished India's prime minister-designate Narendra Modi success in his new responsibility and expressed his desire to further develop strong bilateral relations.
ICSE results to be declared on May 21 | ummid.com
ICSE results to be declared on May 21 | ummid.com
The CISCE is a non-governmental board of school education. It conducts two examinations - the Indian Certificate of Secondary Education (ICSE) and the Indian School Certificate (ISC).
The CISCE is a non-governmental board of school education. It conducts two examinations - the Indian Certificate of Secondary Education (ICSE) and the Indian School Certificate (ISC).
How BJPs online campaign proved vital for success | ummid.com
How BJPs online campaign proved vital for success | ummid.com
Asked whose baby the online campaign was, Pandey said he felt inspired by the Aam Aadmi Party's success in the 2013 Delhi assembly elections to turn the tables by getting non- partisan, self-motivated volunteers from the social media.
Asked whose baby the online campaign was, Pandey said he felt inspired by the Aam Aadmi Party's success in the 2013 Delhi assembly elections to turn the tables by getting non- partisan, self-motivated volunteers from the social media.
Modi meets president, swearing-in May 26 evening | ummid.com
Modi meets president, swearing-in May 26 evening | ummid.com
Narendra Modi Tuesday met President Pranab Mukherjee at Rashtrapati Bhavan here and was invited to be sworn-in May 26 as India's 14th prime minister.
Narendra Modi Tuesday met President Pranab Mukherjee at Rashtrapati Bhavan here and was invited to be sworn-in May 26 as India's 14th prime minister.
Monday, May 19, 2014
14 killed, 30 wounded in Kashmir road accident | ummid.com
14 killed, 30 wounded in Kashmir road accident | ummid.com
A senior police officer told IANS in winter capital Jammu that a bus carrying passengers from Jammu to Srinagar fell into a deep gorge after it went out of the driver's control at Digdol in Ramban district of Jammu region in the morning.
A senior police officer told IANS in winter capital Jammu that a bus carrying passengers from Jammu to Srinagar fell into a deep gorge after it went out of the driver's control at Digdol in Ramban district of Jammu region in the morning.
Death of a dynasty, birth of a leader: Spanish expert on Modi | ummid.com
Death of a dynasty, birth of a leader: Spanish expert on Modi | ummid.com
Celebrated writer on Hindu nationalism Eva Borreguero in her article titled "The death of a dynasty, the birth of a leader" in the leading Spanish newspaper El Pais, writes that Narendra Modi's victory has been significant in many ways.
Celebrated writer on Hindu nationalism Eva Borreguero in her article titled "The death of a dynasty, the birth of a leader" in the leading Spanish newspaper El Pais, writes that Narendra Modi's victory has been significant in many ways.
YSR Congress extends issue-based support to BJP | ummid.com
YSR Congress extends issue-based support to BJP | ummid.com
Asked if his party, which has nine MPs, would join the National Democratic Alliance, Reddy said: "BJP does not require the support of any political party. The fact is that they already have 282 MPs and they don't need the support of any of us."
Asked if his party, which has nine MPs, would join the National Democratic Alliance, Reddy said: "BJP does not require the support of any political party. The fact is that they already have 282 MPs and they don't need the support of any of us."
Jitan Ram Manjhi to be new Bihar CM | ummid.com
Jitan Ram Manjhi to be new Bihar CM | ummid.com
Nitish Kumar was authorised by the Janata Dal-United legislature party to elect a new leader after he refused to withdraw his resignation which he tendered following his party's debacle in the recent Lok Sabha polls.
Nitish Kumar was authorised by the Janata Dal-United legislature party to elect a new leader after he refused to withdraw his resignation which he tendered following his party's debacle in the recent Lok Sabha polls.
Modi may have smaller cabinet to keep tight control | ummid.com
Modi may have smaller cabinet to keep tight control | ummid.com
"He forms a system, makes transparent policies and ensures that everything is within a framework. It is this discipline that is his speciality," said the Gujarat minister who holds a number of portfolios including energy, finance, industries, petrochemicals, minerals and civil aviation.
"He forms a system, makes transparent policies and ensures that everything is within a framework. It is this discipline that is his speciality," said the Gujarat minister who holds a number of portfolios including energy, finance, industries, petrochemicals, minerals and civil aviation.
All Kerala MPs on other side of Modi divide | ummid.com
All Kerala MPs on other side of Modi divide | ummid.com
While the BJP was not able to open its account in the state in the recent election, the state returned eight Congressmen, five members of the Communist Party of India-Marxist (CPI-M), two Left-supported Independents and two from the India Union Muslim League, and one each from the Revolutionary Socialist Party (RSP), Kerala Congress (Mani) and the CPI.
While the BJP was not able to open its account in the state in the recent election, the state returned eight Congressmen, five members of the Communist Party of India-Marxist (CPI-M), two Left-supported Independents and two from the India Union Muslim League, and one each from the Revolutionary Socialist Party (RSP), Kerala Congress (Mani) and the CPI.
Narendra Modis victory signals rise of new India | ummid.com
Narendra Modis victory signals rise of new India | ummid.com
The cacophony in this regard has already started within the party. Not that everything is perfect with the BJP or it doesn't have dynasties, but it is the sheer dominance of one single family in the Congress party and the mind space it occupies is deeply concerning that rankles.
The cacophony in this regard has already started within the party. Not that everything is perfect with the BJP or it doesn't have dynasties, but it is the sheer dominance of one single family in the Congress party and the mind space it occupies is deeply concerning that rankles.
Israel eyes more cooperation with India after Modis victory, Arabs wary | ummid.com
Israel eyes more cooperation with India after Modis victory, Arabs wary | ummid.com
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has extended warm greetings to BJP's Prime Minister-elect, Narendra Modi, for steering his party to a historical win in the elections and hopes that with his government, the two countries will have more cooperation, according to The Peninsula.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has extended warm greetings to BJP's Prime Minister-elect, Narendra Modi, for steering his party to a historical win in the elections and hopes that with his government, the two countries will have more cooperation, according to The Peninsula.
Human civilisation may collapse earlier than thought | ummid.com
Human civilisation may collapse earlier than thought | ummid.com
Growing demands on the world's natural resources and extreme economic imbalances could spell a premature end for modern human civilisation, an alarming research partially funded by NASA's Goddard Space Flight Centre has revealed.
Growing demands on the world's natural resources and extreme economic imbalances could spell a premature end for modern human civilisation, an alarming research partially funded by NASA's Goddard Space Flight Centre has revealed.
Sunday, May 18, 2014
Maharashtra Board Class 12 HSC Results 2014 dates not yet decided | ummid.com
Maharashtra Board Class 12 HSC Results 2014 dates not yet decided | ummid.com
The Maharashtra State Board of Secondary & Higher Secondary Education (MSBSHSE) is yet to decide on the actual date to declare the Class 12 or HSC results, though sources in the board said students may expect their results to be declared in the last week of the ongoing month.
The Maharashtra State Board of Secondary & Higher Secondary Education (MSBSHSE) is yet to decide on the actual date to declare the Class 12 or HSC results, though sources in the board said students may expect their results to be declared in the last week of the ongoing month.
Australian researchers develop real-time emotion online tool | ummid.com
Australian researchers develop real-time emotion online tool | ummid.com
Australian researchers has developed a new online tool called "We Feel" which analyses words from millions of tweets to display a real-time view of our emotions, a statement from Australia's national science agency, the Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organisation (CSIRO), said Monday.
Australian researchers has developed a new online tool called "We Feel" which analyses words from millions of tweets to display a real-time view of our emotions, a statement from Australia's national science agency, the Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organisation (CSIRO), said Monday.
Someone hiding something in missing MH370 case: Mahathir Mohamad | ummid.com
Someone hiding something in missing MH370 case: Mahathir Mohamad | ummid.com
If terrorists attempt to gain control of the flight deck, the "uninterruptible" autopilot would be activated -- either by pilots, on board sensors or even by radio or satellite links by government agencies like the Central Intelligence Agency, he wrote, citing a John Croft bylined Flightglobal.com article from 2006.
If terrorists attempt to gain control of the flight deck, the "uninterruptible" autopilot would be activated -- either by pilots, on board sensors or even by radio or satellite links by government agencies like the Central Intelligence Agency, he wrote, citing a John Croft bylined Flightglobal.com article from 2006.
Modi meets Advani, steps up discussions over government formation | ummid.com
Modi meets Advani, steps up discussions over government formation | ummid.com
The meeting was apparently to signal that Advani was being kept informed of key decisions and his wishes would be ascertained about his role in the new government. The two had also met at the BJP's parliamentary board meeting Saturday.
The meeting was apparently to signal that Advani was being kept informed of key decisions and his wishes would be ascertained about his role in the new government. The two had also met at the BJP's parliamentary board meeting Saturday.
Health of Palestinian detainees on hunger strike worsens | ummid.com
Health of Palestinian detainees on hunger strike worsens | ummid.com
The minister pointed out that the Palestinian government has sent letters to the United Nations and the International Human Rights Council, urging them to intervene to put an end to Israel's administrative detention policies.
The minister pointed out that the Palestinian government has sent letters to the United Nations and the International Human Rights Council, urging them to intervene to put an end to Israel's administrative detention policies.
Raising workers morale among priorities for Congress | ummid.com
Raising workers morale among priorities for Congress | ummid.com
Raising the morale of party workers, ideological consolidation, policy revamp and a sustained grassroots campaign are among the measures being suggested by Congress leaders to revive the party's fortunes after its crushing defeat in the Lok Sabha polls.
Raising the morale of party workers, ideological consolidation, policy revamp and a sustained grassroots campaign are among the measures being suggested by Congress leaders to revive the party's fortunes after its crushing defeat in the Lok Sabha polls.
JD-U wants Nitish to continue as Bihar chief minister | ummid.com
JD-U wants Nitish to continue as Bihar chief minister | ummid.com
A JD-U leader, who attended the meeting at chief minister's official residence here, said that JD-U legislature party expressed its full faith in Nitish Kumar and decided to re-elect him as their leader.
A JD-U leader, who attended the meeting at chief minister's official residence here, said that JD-U legislature party expressed its full faith in Nitish Kumar and decided to re-elect him as their leader.
No role for RSS in government formation, say BJP, RSS | ummid.com
No role for RSS in government formation, say BJP, RSS | ummid.com
"We are swayamsevaks. We come here to the Sangh headquarters to meet our seniors. That is part of our life. There is nothing big about it. This is a task of the BJP, and its leadership is competent enough to take its decisions after consultations among themselves," he said after a meeting with RSS leaders at the organisation's office here.
"We are swayamsevaks. We come here to the Sangh headquarters to meet our seniors. That is part of our life. There is nothing big about it. This is a task of the BJP, and its leadership is competent enough to take its decisions after consultations among themselves," he said after a meeting with RSS leaders at the organisation's office here.
Every third newly elected MP has criminal background | ummid.com
Every third newly elected MP has criminal background | ummid.com
An analysis of 541 of the 543 winning candidates by National Election Watch (NEW) and Association for Democratic Reforms (ADR) shows that 186 or 34 percent newly elected MPs have in their election affidavits disclosed criminal cases against themselves.
An analysis of 541 of the 543 winning candidates by National Election Watch (NEW) and Association for Democratic Reforms (ADR) shows that 186 or 34 percent newly elected MPs have in their election affidavits disclosed criminal cases against themselves.
Narendra Modi racks up gains even in Muslim heartlands | ummid.com
Narendra Modi racks up gains even in Muslim heartlands | ummid.com
And yet, a Reuters analysis of Friday's sweeping election victory for Narendra Modi shows that many of India's Muslim voters appear to have put aside their fears and backed this Hindu nationalist Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), which has promised to bring jobs and a revival of the economy.
And yet, a Reuters analysis of Friday's sweeping election victory for Narendra Modi shows that many of India's Muslim voters appear to have put aside their fears and backed this Hindu nationalist Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), which has promised to bring jobs and a revival of the economy.
Ab ki baar… Nifty 8,000 | ummid.com
Ab ki baar… Nifty 8,000 | ummid.com
By end of 2014, investors would start looking at FY16 estimates. Based on their top-down expectation of 15 percent earnings growth in FY16, and 15x PE, a Nifty target for end-2014 at 8,000 seems highly probable.
By end of 2014, investors would start looking at FY16 estimates. Based on their top-down expectation of 15 percent earnings growth in FY16, and 15x PE, a Nifty target for end-2014 at 8,000 seems highly probable.
Saturday, May 17, 2014
Reach out to Muslims, leading National dailies urge Narendra Modi | ummid.com
Reach out to Muslims, leading National dailies urge Narendra Modi | ummid.com
The main newspapers however said it was vital for Modi to allay the fears of minorities who did not jump on his electoral bandwagon, particularly Muslims who remember how around 1,000 people died in communal riots in 2002 soon after he took over as chief minister of Gujarat state.
The main newspapers however said it was vital for Modi to allay the fears of minorities who did not jump on his electoral bandwagon, particularly Muslims who remember how around 1,000 people died in communal riots in 2002 soon after he took over as chief minister of Gujarat state.
Jharkhand boy tops ISC, girls outshine boys | ummid.com
Jharkhand boy tops ISC, girls outshine boys | ummid.com
With 99.25 percent, Ayush Banerjee from Jamshedpur in Jharkhand Saturday topped the Indian School Certificate (ISC) Class 12 examination, in which girls outshone boys across the country.
With 99.25 percent, Ayush Banerjee from Jamshedpur in Jharkhand Saturday topped the Indian School Certificate (ISC) Class 12 examination, in which girls outshone boys across the country.
Modi takes victory laps, taunts Congress on defeat | ummid.com
Modi takes victory laps, taunts Congress on defeat | ummid.com
A sea of supporters waved Bharatiya Janata Party flags, blew conches, beat drums, danced and shouted slogans as soon as the Gujurat chief minister stepped out of the Delhi airport after flying in from his state. The celebrations continued all through the long route to the party office.
A sea of supporters waved Bharatiya Janata Party flags, blew conches, beat drums, danced and shouted slogans as soon as the Gujurat chief minister stepped out of the Delhi airport after flying in from his state. The celebrations continued all through the long route to the party office.
India rejects but Muslims in Malegaon remain bonded with Congress | ummid.com
India rejects but Muslims in Malegaon remain bonded with Congress | ummid.com
Basit Khaleequi, a teacher and former president of Janata Dal (Secular) had said about a month before the polling day that he never voted for the Congress in his life. This time he was in a dilemma as his party had declared support for the Congress.
Basit Khaleequi, a teacher and former president of Janata Dal (Secular) had said about a month before the polling day that he never voted for the Congress in his life. This time he was in a dilemma as his party had declared support for the Congress.
75 percent of newly elected MPs are graduates | ummid.com
75 percent of newly elected MPs are graduates | ummid.com
Seventy-five percent of the people elected in the general election have at least a graduation degree, whereas 10 percent are matriculates, according to a report.
Seventy-five percent of the people elected in the general election have at least a graduation degree, whereas 10 percent are matriculates, according to a report.
In a first, UP sends no Muslim to Lok Sabha | ummid.com
In a first, UP sends no Muslim to Lok Sabha | ummid.com
In 2009, Uttar Pradesh elected seven Muslims to the Lok Sabha. These included Kadir Rana (BSP), Salman Khurshid (Congress), Zafar Ali Naqvi (Congress), Tabassum Hasan (BSP), Shafeek-ur-Rehman Virk (BSP), Qaiser Jahan (BSP) and Mohd Azaharuddin (Congress).
In 2009, Uttar Pradesh elected seven Muslims to the Lok Sabha. These included Kadir Rana (BSP), Salman Khurshid (Congress), Zafar Ali Naqvi (Congress), Tabassum Hasan (BSP), Shafeek-ur-Rehman Virk (BSP), Qaiser Jahan (BSP) and Mohd Azaharuddin (Congress).
AAP hits Akali Dal, Congress hard in Punjab | ummid.com
AAP hits Akali Dal, Congress hard in Punjab | ummid.com
Two AAP candidates, actor-comedian Bhagwant Mann (Sangrur) and Sadhu Singh (Faridkot) returned with the two highest margins among all candidates in the state. Mann won by over 2.11 lakh votes while Sadhu Singh won by more than 1.72 lakh votes.
Two AAP candidates, actor-comedian Bhagwant Mann (Sangrur) and Sadhu Singh (Faridkot) returned with the two highest margins among all candidates in the state. Mann won by over 2.11 lakh votes while Sadhu Singh won by more than 1.72 lakh votes.
Congress and caste parties decimated, whither Indian Muslims? | ummid.com
Congress and caste parties decimated, whither Indian Muslims? | ummid.com
By giving them frontline roles in communal conflicts, the Sangh Parivar has dignified Mochis, Khatiks (fruit sellers), Lohars (blacksmiths), Nayis (barbers), Valmikis (toilet cleaners), dhobis (laundry washers) in large numbers as Hindutva's foot soldiers. Amit Shah has been something of a genius who, by employing this new Hindu infantry, has altered UP's political sociology.
By giving them frontline roles in communal conflicts, the Sangh Parivar has dignified Mochis, Khatiks (fruit sellers), Lohars (blacksmiths), Nayis (barbers), Valmikis (toilet cleaners), dhobis (laundry washers) in large numbers as Hindutva's foot soldiers. Amit Shah has been something of a genius who, by employing this new Hindu infantry, has altered UP's political sociology.
Nitish Kumar quits as Bihar Chief Minister | ummid.com
Nitish Kumar quits as Bihar Chief Minister | ummid.com
This time, the BJP won 22 seats and its allies, the Lok Janshakti Party (LJP) won six and Rashtriya Lok Samata Party (RLSP) won three seats. The Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) won four, while its ally Congress bagged two and the Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) managed to win one seat.
This time, the BJP won 22 seats and its allies, the Lok Janshakti Party (LJP) won six and Rashtriya Lok Samata Party (RLSP) won three seats. The Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) won four, while its ally Congress bagged two and the Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) managed to win one seat.
Friday, May 16, 2014
US ends decade old boycott of Narendra Modi | ummid.com
US ends decade old boycott of Narendra Modi | ummid.com
Ending a decade long US boycott of Narendra Modi, President Barack Obama congratulated him on BJP's "success in India's historic election" and invited him to visit Washington "to further strengthen our bilateral relationship".
Ending a decade long US boycott of Narendra Modi, President Barack Obama congratulated him on BJP's "success in India's historic election" and invited him to visit Washington "to further strengthen our bilateral relationship".
Asaduddin Owaisi wins from Hyderabad by a margin of 1,97,000 votes | ummid.com
Asaduddin Owaisi wins from Hyderabad by a margin of 1,97,000 votes | ummid.com
Majlis-e-Ittehadul Muslimeen (MIM) chief Asaduddin Owaisi scored a hat-trick by retaining Hyderabad Lok Sabha seat.
Majlis-e-Ittehadul Muslimeen (MIM) chief Asaduddin Owaisi scored a hat-trick by retaining Hyderabad Lok Sabha seat.
BJP first party in 30 years to win parliamentary majority on its own | ummid.com
BJP first party in 30 years to win parliamentary majority on its own | ummid.com
The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) was Friday set to create an electoral record by becoming the first party in 30 years to win a majority on its own in the Lok Sabha.
The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) was Friday set to create an electoral record by becoming the first party in 30 years to win a majority on its own in the Lok Sabha.
Ghulam Nabi Azad, Nagma lose 2014 general elections | ummid.com
Ghulam Nabi Azad, Nagma lose 2014 general elections | ummid.com
Union minister Ghulam Nabi Azad Friday lost from the Udhampur Lok Sabha constituency in Jammu and Kashmir, officials said. Filmstar Nagma, who contested on Congress ticket from Meerut, Uttar Pradesh, also lost the election.
Union minister Ghulam Nabi Azad Friday lost from the Udhampur Lok Sabha constituency in Jammu and Kashmir, officials said. Filmstar Nagma, who contested on Congress ticket from Meerut, Uttar Pradesh, also lost the election.
Senior BJP leader Arun Jaitley loses in Amritsar | ummid.com
Senior BJP leader Arun Jaitley loses in Amritsar | ummid.com
The first popular electoral outing for senior BJP leader Arun Jaitley started on a wrong note as he lost from the Amritsar Lok Sabha seat to Congress candidate Amarinder Singh by nearly 90,000 votes.
The first popular electoral outing for senior BJP leader Arun Jaitley started on a wrong note as he lost from the Amritsar Lok Sabha seat to Congress candidate Amarinder Singh by nearly 90,000 votes.
Salman Khurshid loses Farrukhabad seat, pushed to 5th position | ummid.com
Salman Khurshid loses Farrukhabad seat, pushed to 5th position | ummid.com
In a major jolt to Congress in Uttar Pradesh, Union Minister and Muslim face of the party Salman Khurshid could not retain the Farrukhabad Lok Sabha seat and lost it to Samajwadi Party candidate Rameshwar Singh Yadav.
In a major jolt to Congress in Uttar Pradesh, Union Minister and Muslim face of the party Salman Khurshid could not retain the Farrukhabad Lok Sabha seat and lost it to Samajwadi Party candidate Rameshwar Singh Yadav.
BJPs Dr Subhash Bhamre defeats Amrish Patel by over 01.25 lakh votes | ummid.com
BJPs Dr Subhash Bhamre defeats Amrish Patel by over 01.25 lakh votes | ummid.com
Dr Subhash Bhamre of the Bhartiya Janata Party (BJP) defeated Amrish Patel of the Congress party by more than 01.25 lakh votes in North Maharashtra's Dhule-Malegaon Lok Sabha constituency.
Dr Subhash Bhamre of the Bhartiya Janata Party (BJP) defeated Amrish Patel of the Congress party by more than 01.25 lakh votes in North Maharashtra's Dhule-Malegaon Lok Sabha constituency.
Thursday, May 15, 2014
MIM President Asaduddin Owaisi leading in Hyderabad | ummid.com
MIM President Asaduddin Owaisi leading in Hyderabad | ummid.com
The All Indian Majlis-e-Ittehadul Muslimeen (AIMIM) president and sitting MP Asaduddin Owaisi is leading in Hyderabad, whereas Indian Union Muslim League's E Ahmed has already been declared as winner.
The All Indian Majlis-e-Ittehadul Muslimeen (AIMIM) president and sitting MP Asaduddin Owaisi is leading in Hyderabad, whereas Indian Union Muslim League's E Ahmed has already been declared as winner.
Bhujbal, Union Minister Shinde and MP Priya Dutt trailing | ummid.com
Bhujbal, Union Minister Shinde and MP Priya Dutt trailing | ummid.com
BJP candidates were leading in 17, Sena nominees in 13 seats. The notable BJP candidates leading included former party president Nitin Gadkari from Nagpur and the party's deputy leader in Lok Sabha Gopinath Munde, who is attempting to retain his Beed seat in Marathwada.
BJP candidates were leading in 17, Sena nominees in 13 seats. The notable BJP candidates leading included former party president Nitin Gadkari from Nagpur and the party's deputy leader in Lok Sabha Gopinath Munde, who is attempting to retain his Beed seat in Marathwada.
In
Bhiwandi, BJP was leading by 19,902 votes, in Kalyan, Shiv sena had
established a lead while in Thane, Shiv Sena's Rajan Vichare was leading
with 19,438 votes. - See more at:
http://www.ummid.com/news/2014/May/16.05.2014/bhujbal-shinde-trail.html#sthash.o5C7YzO9.dpuf
Bhiwandi, BJP was leading by 19,902 votes, in Kalyan, Shiv sena had
established a lead while in Thane, Shiv Sena's Rajan Vichare was leading
with 19,438 votes. - See more at:
http://www.ummid.com/news/2014/May/16.05.2014/bhujbal-shinde-trail.html#sthash.o5C7YzO9.dpuf
Bhujbal, Union Minister Shinde and MP Priya Dutt trailing | ummid.com
Bhujbal, Union Minister Shinde and MP Priya Dutt trailing | ummid.com
BJP candidates were leading in 17, Sena nominees in 13 seats. The notable BJP candidates leading included former party president Nitin Gadkari from Nagpur and the party's deputy leader in Lok Sabha Gopinath Munde, who is attempting to retain his Beed seat in Marathwada.
BJP candidates were leading in 17, Sena nominees in 13 seats. The notable BJP candidates leading included former party president Nitin Gadkari from Nagpur and the party's deputy leader in Lok Sabha Gopinath Munde, who is attempting to retain his Beed seat in Marathwada.
Gurgaon: Zakir Hussain of Cong leads, AAPs Yogendra Yadav trails | ummid.com
Gurgaon: Zakir Hussain of Cong leads, AAPs Yogendra Yadav trails | ummid.com
In Gurgaon, Zakir Hussain of the Congress party is ahead of his nearest rival of the BJP, as per the election commission data available till 09:30 a.m.
In Gurgaon, Zakir Hussain of the Congress party is ahead of his nearest rival of the BJP, as per the election commission data available till 09:30 a.m.
AAP leads in 03 Punjab LS seats, MIM in 02 | ummid.com
AAP leads in 03 Punjab LS seats, MIM in 02 | ummid.com
The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) is leading in three Punjab parliamentary seats, while the All India Majlis-e-Ittehadul Muslimeen (AIMIM) is leading in 02 seats in Hyderabad.
The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) is leading in three Punjab parliamentary seats, while the All India Majlis-e-Ittehadul Muslimeen (AIMIM) is leading in 02 seats in Hyderabad.
Indias general election vote count begins across country | ummid.com
Indias general election vote count begins across country | ummid.com
Tens of thousands of officials began the formal counting at 8 a.m. in 989 centres across the country, watched by agents of the candidates as well as security personnel.
Tens of thousands of officials began the formal counting at 8 a.m. in 989 centres across the country, watched by agents of the candidates as well as security personnel.
2014 Lok Sabha election: All set for counting of votes across India | ummid.com
2014 Lok Sabha election: All set for counting of votes across India | ummid.com
He said all data accruing from the nationwide counting process would be updated on the poll panel's web site after every five minutes. Around 66 percent of the 814 million electorate voted between April 7 and May 12 across the country to pick a new 543-member Lok Sabha.
He said all data accruing from the nationwide counting process would be updated on the poll panel's web site after every five minutes. Around 66 percent of the 814 million electorate voted between April 7 and May 12 across the country to pick a new 543-member Lok Sabha.
Shah Rukh Khan is Forbes top Indian Leader in Arab World | ummid.com
Shah Rukh Khan is Forbes top Indian Leader in Arab World | ummid.com
Around 170 individuals are listed in the top Indian leaders list, according to Emirates 24/7. The list was compiled after extensive and detailed research into Indian business people that are residing or operating their business in the Arab country.
Around 170 individuals are listed in the top Indian leaders list, according to Emirates 24/7. The list was compiled after extensive and detailed research into Indian business people that are residing or operating their business in the Arab country.
Court seeks response on Krishna-Godavari gas recovery | ummid.com
Court seeks response on Krishna-Godavari gas recovery | ummid.com
For the record, the fields owned by the Reliance-led consortium in the Krishna-Godavari basin in Andhra Pradesh, where the two rivers join the Bay of Bengal, and those by ONGC are contiguous.
For the record, the fields owned by the Reliance-led consortium in the Krishna-Godavari basin in Andhra Pradesh, where the two rivers join the Bay of Bengal, and those by ONGC are contiguous.
Tension in JD-U ahead of poll results | ummid.com
Tension in JD-U ahead of poll results | ummid.com
"Some ministers were busy in their respective areas for counting of votes and others have urgent personal work, Food Supply Minister Shayam Razak, who is considered close to Nitish Kumar, told media persons here.
"Some ministers were busy in their respective areas for counting of votes and others have urgent personal work, Food Supply Minister Shayam Razak, who is considered close to Nitish Kumar, told media persons here.
SC junks plea on hate speeches during election | ummid.com
SC junks plea on hate speeches during election | ummid.com
Dismissing the PIL, a bench of Justice Dipak Misra and Justice N.V. Ramana in their judgment said: "We are not persuaded, despite the adroit labour and vehement arguments by the petitioner-in-person to issue notice (to the Election Commission) and accordingly, the writ petition, stands dismissed in limine."
Dismissing the PIL, a bench of Justice Dipak Misra and Justice N.V. Ramana in their judgment said: "We are not persuaded, despite the adroit labour and vehement arguments by the petitioner-in-person to issue notice (to the Election Commission) and accordingly, the writ petition, stands dismissed in limine."
Teenager among two Palestinians killed by Israelis in Ramallah | ummid.com
Teenager among two Palestinians killed by Israelis in Ramallah | ummid.com
Earlier Thursday, a 22-year-old man died of injuries he sustained during confrontations between Israeli soldiers and Palestinian protestors near Israeli Ofer checkpoint close to Ramallah, according to medical sources.
Earlier Thursday, a 22-year-old man died of injuries he sustained during confrontations between Israeli soldiers and Palestinian protestors near Israeli Ofer checkpoint close to Ramallah, according to medical sources.
Eminent personalities call for secular government at Centre | ummid.com
Eminent personalities call for secular government at Centre | ummid.com
Some of the prominent signatories are: Kathak danseuse Aditi Mangaldas; documentary film-maker Anand Patwardhan; tabla maestro Aneesh Pradhan; writer and director Anusha Rizvi; Hansal Mehta, writer and director; activist Javed Anand; Zoya Hasan, professor at Jawaharlal Nehru University; and singer-musician Shubha Mudgal, among others.
Some of the prominent signatories are: Kathak danseuse Aditi Mangaldas; documentary film-maker Anand Patwardhan; tabla maestro Aneesh Pradhan; writer and director Anusha Rizvi; Hansal Mehta, writer and director; activist Javed Anand; Zoya Hasan, professor at Jawaharlal Nehru University; and singer-musician Shubha Mudgal, among others.
Built on Waqf land, Ambanis Antilia rated worlds most expensive property | ummid.com
Built on Waqf land, Ambanis Antilia rated worlds most expensive property | ummid.com
Reliance Industries Chairman Mukesh Ambani's skyscraper Mumbai home Antilia - named after a mythical island in the Atlantic - has been rated as the world's "most outrageously expensive property" by Forbes magazine.
Reliance Industries Chairman Mukesh Ambani's skyscraper Mumbai home Antilia - named after a mythical island in the Atlantic - has been rated as the world's "most outrageously expensive property" by Forbes magazine.
Manmohan Singhs legacy: A mixed bag for history to judge | ummid.com
Manmohan Singhs legacy: A mixed bag for history to judge | ummid.com
As he ends his decade-long tenure as head of two successive UPA governments, his stock as a middle class hero stood severely diminished due to a floundering economy, shrinking opportunities and the acts of omission and commission of colleagues in the government and party.
As he ends his decade-long tenure as head of two successive UPA governments, his stock as a middle class hero stood severely diminished due to a floundering economy, shrinking opportunities and the acts of omission and commission of colleagues in the government and party.
Anticipating victory, BJP prepares for big day | ummid.com
Anticipating victory, BJP prepares for big day | ummid.com
Jubilant even before the results of the Lok Sabha elections are declared Friday, the BJP office in Delhi was Thursday decked up and party workers got ready with fire crackers and sweets.
Jubilant even before the results of the Lok Sabha elections are declared Friday, the BJP office in Delhi was Thursday decked up and party workers got ready with fire crackers and sweets.
N.D. Tiwari marries his companion Ujjwala Sharma | ummid.com
N.D. Tiwari marries his companion Ujjwala Sharma | ummid.com
Veteran Congress leader and former Uttar Pradesh chief minister Narayan Dutt Tiwari married Ujjwala Sharma, retired lecturer and the woman whose son he recently accepted as his own, Ujjwala said Thursday.
Veteran Congress leader and former Uttar Pradesh chief minister Narayan Dutt Tiwari married Ujjwala Sharma, retired lecturer and the woman whose son he recently accepted as his own, Ujjwala said Thursday.
Wednesday, May 14, 2014
Hyderabad firing victims buried amid tight security | ummid.com
Hyderabad firing victims buried amid tight security | ummid.com
Local leaders allege security forces used modern weapons, fired with intention to kill; demand high level enquiry
Even as the local police claimed the stituation to be calm and under control, a pall of gloom prevailed in the riot affected areas of the Old City which witnessed violent clashes between Muslims and Sikhs Wednesday leaving three Muslims dead and many houses set on fire.
Local leaders allege security forces used modern weapons, fired with intention to kill; demand high level enquiry
Even as the local police claimed the stituation to be calm and under control, a pall of gloom prevailed in the riot affected areas of the Old City which witnessed violent clashes between Muslims and Sikhs Wednesday leaving three Muslims dead and many houses set on fire.
BJP-led NDA will get simple majority at 279: NDTV exit poll | ummid.com
BJP-led NDA will get simple majority at 279: NDTV exit poll | ummid.com
Arvind Kejriwal's Aam Aadmi Party will manage to win 31 percent vote share with two seats in Delhi, where the remaining five seats will go to the BJP. The AAP will get another two seats in Punjab.
Arvind Kejriwal's Aam Aadmi Party will manage to win 31 percent vote share with two seats in Delhi, where the remaining five seats will go to the BJP. The AAP will get another two seats in Punjab.
No plan B, say BJP-RSS | ummid.com
No plan B, say BJP-RSS | ummid.com
Some experts believe that BJP may in private be uncertain of a clear 272 for the NDA, but it is evading the possibility since any talk on assembling new allies - the Bahujan Samaj Party or the Trinamool Congress - would mean an inescapable debate on replacing the prime ministerial candidate.
Some experts believe that BJP may in private be uncertain of a clear 272 for the NDA, but it is evading the possibility since any talk on assembling new allies - the Bahujan Samaj Party or the Trinamool Congress - would mean an inescapable debate on replacing the prime ministerial candidate.
Death toll in Turkeys Soma mine disaster now 232 | ummid.com
Death toll in Turkeys Soma mine disaster now 232 | ummid.com
The disaster occurred in the privately-owned mine during a shift changeover Tuesday. The fire broke out 150 metres underground. - See more at: http://www.ummid.com/news/2014/May/14.05.2014/death-toll-in-turkey.html
The disaster occurred in the privately-owned mine during a shift changeover Tuesday. The fire broke out 150 metres underground. - See more at: http://www.ummid.com/news/2014/May/14.05.2014/death-toll-in-turkey.html
Reliance says new gas rates will still apply from April | ummid.com
Reliance says new gas rates will still apply from April | ummid.com
In 2007, the government had fixed the price for supply of gas from Krishna-Godavari basin (KG-D6) at $4.205 per mmbtu for the initial five years of production. The output started in April 2009, and thus the pricing formula expired in March 2014.
In 2007, the government had fixed the price for supply of gas from Krishna-Godavari basin (KG-D6) at $4.205 per mmbtu for the initial five years of production. The output started in April 2009, and thus the pricing formula expired in March 2014.
Google to introduce new features for live election results | ummid.com
Google to introduce new features for live election results | ummid.com
The Live Results Map will allow internet users to view both nationwide party results and constituency level results across all 543 constituencies as soon as they are declared through the day.
The Live Results Map will allow internet users to view both nationwide party results and constituency level results across all 543 constituencies as soon as they are declared through the day.
ZP Polls: TDP sweeps Seemandhra; TRS, Cong neck and neck in Telangana | ummid.com
ZP Polls: TDP sweeps Seemandhra; TRS, Cong neck and neck in Telangana | ummid.com
Out of 13 districts in Seemandhra, the TDP bagged power in nine local bodies while the YSR Congress Party (YSRCP) finished second with four Zilla Parishads. The Congress drew a blank, just like in the municipal elections.
Out of 13 districts in Seemandhra, the TDP bagged power in nine local bodies while the YSR Congress Party (YSRCP) finished second with four Zilla Parishads. The Congress drew a blank, just like in the municipal elections.
Violent communal clashes in Hyderabad, two killed in police firing | ummid.com
Violent communal clashes in Hyderabad, two killed in police firing | ummid.com
Trouble broke out after miscreants attacked houses and shops of a particular community following rumours that a religious flag was burnt. Police opened fire to disperse the clashing groups killing two people and injuring nine, a police spokesman of Cyberabad told IANS.
Trouble broke out after miscreants attacked houses and shops of a particular community following rumours that a religious flag was burnt. Police opened fire to disperse the clashing groups killing two people and injuring nine, a police spokesman of Cyberabad told IANS.
Poor Muslim numbers in Parliament, assemblies main reason for backwardness | ummid.com
Poor Muslim numbers in Parliament, assemblies main reason for backwardness | ummid.com
A host of major recommendations whose implementation would make the real difference still remain confined to the portals of these two landmark reports of recent Indian history. Though the 2014 parliamentary election manifestos of the Congress Party and Aam Aadmi Party did belatedly take note of some of these many remaining recommended steps.
A host of major recommendations whose implementation would make the real difference still remain confined to the portals of these two landmark reports of recent Indian history. Though the 2014 parliamentary election manifestos of the Congress Party and Aam Aadmi Party did belatedly take note of some of these many remaining recommended steps.
Tuesday, May 13, 2014
Over 200 killed, 400 others trapped in coal mine fire in Turkey's west | ummid.com
Over 200 killed, 400 others trapped in coal mine fire in Turkey's west | ummid.com
At least 80 rescued miners were injured, including four who were in a serious condition, Turkey's Energy Minister Taner Yildiz said at the scene as he oversaw rescue operation involving some 400 rescuers.
At least 80 rescued miners were injured, including four who were in a serious condition, Turkey's Energy Minister Taner Yildiz said at the scene as he oversaw rescue operation involving some 400 rescuers.
Indira Talwani becomes first South Asian judge in Massachusetts | ummid.com
Indira Talwani becomes first South Asian judge in Massachusetts | ummid.com
Indian American lawyer Indira Talwani has become the first Asian American federal judge in Massachusetts and the second female judge of South Asian descent nationwide with her confirmation by the US Senate.
Indian American lawyer Indira Talwani has become the first Asian American federal judge in Massachusetts and the second female judge of South Asian descent nationwide with her confirmation by the US Senate.
Former BSF officer: 2 to 6 crore Bangladeshi migrants in India | ummid.com
Former BSF officer: 2 to 6 crore Bangladeshi migrants in India | ummid.com
"Nobody can verify the trend of Bangladeshi migrants in India but our estimation is no less than 2 to 6 crore of them in India," former Border Security Force (BSF) additional director general P.K. Mishra said at the launch of his book "Bangladeshi Migrants - A threat to India."
"Nobody can verify the trend of Bangladeshi migrants in India but our estimation is no less than 2 to 6 crore of them in India," former Border Security Force (BSF) additional director general P.K. Mishra said at the launch of his book "Bangladeshi Migrants - A threat to India."
Another headscarfed woman to run for European Parliament elections | ummid.com
Another headscarfed woman to run for European Parliament elections | ummid.com
Faila Pasic Bisic, a women's rights activist, has been nominated by Solvenia to represent its Social Liberal Party in the upcoming European Parliament elections on May 25.
Faila Pasic Bisic, a women's rights activist, has been nominated by Solvenia to represent its Social Liberal Party in the upcoming European Parliament elections on May 25.
What has stopped Antarctica from warming | ummid.com
What has stopped Antarctica from warming | ummid.com
Rising levels of carbon dioxide in the atmosphere are strengthening the stormy Southern Ocean winds which deliver rain to southern Australia, but pushing them further south towards Antarctica, the findings showed.
Rising levels of carbon dioxide in the atmosphere are strengthening the stormy Southern Ocean winds which deliver rain to southern Australia, but pushing them further south towards Antarctica, the findings showed.
34 Saudi students barred from completing studies for using pirated software | ummid.com
34 Saudi students barred from completing studies for using pirated software | ummid.com
The US has barred 34 Saudi scholarship students from completing their studies at its universities and banned 40 Saudi tourists from entering its territories and returned them home for using unlicensed programs on their laptops, Makkah daily reported Monday quoting an official source.
The US has barred 34 Saudi scholarship students from completing their studies at its universities and banned 40 Saudi tourists from entering its territories and returned them home for using unlicensed programs on their laptops, Makkah daily reported Monday quoting an official source.
Lt. Gen. Suhag set to take over as new army chief | ummid.com
Lt. Gen. Suhag set to take over as new army chief | ummid.com
The decision was taken at the last working cabinet meeting of the Congress-led UPA government, which demits office on Saturday, a day after the Lok Sabha election results are announced.
The decision was taken at the last working cabinet meeting of the Congress-led UPA government, which demits office on Saturday, a day after the Lok Sabha election results are announced.
BJP led NDA to cross 300 mark, Congress to get a meager 66: Survey | ummid.com
BJP led NDA to cross 300 mark, Congress to get a meager 66: Survey | ummid.com
The BJP-led National Democratic Alliance (NDA) will win in all 303 seats, according to the LensOnNews survey conducted after each polling day during the 10-phase ballot, covering a total of 40,000 voters.
The BJP-led National Democratic Alliance (NDA) will win in all 303 seats, according to the LensOnNews survey conducted after each polling day during the 10-phase ballot, covering a total of 40,000 voters.
PMO staff give Manmohan Singh standing ovation | ummid.com
PMO staff give Manmohan Singh standing ovation | ummid.com
Prime Minister Manmohan Singh was given a standing ovation by his staff at South Block during a farewell they hosted for him Tuesday, a day after the general elections ended. It also saw some moist eyes.
Prime Minister Manmohan Singh was given a standing ovation by his staff at South Block during a farewell they hosted for him Tuesday, a day after the general elections ended. It also saw some moist eyes.
Minority welfare: UPA government faulted on poor implementation | ummid.com
Minority welfare: UPA government faulted on poor implementation | ummid.com
While commending the government for increasing the amount of scholarships for students belonging to minority communities, the report by the Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU) professor Amitabh Kundu-led committee points out a number of loopholes in their proper disbursal.
While commending the government for increasing the amount of scholarships for students belonging to minority communities, the report by the Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU) professor Amitabh Kundu-led committee points out a number of loopholes in their proper disbursal.
Sensex at 24,068 points - for the first time in historys | ummid.com
Sensex at 24,068 points - for the first time in historys | ummid.com
At 24,068.94 points, it was the highest mark so far, surpassing the previous record of 23,573 points hit Monday as the exit polls showed the Bharatiya Janata Party and its allies closing in on a majority in the just-ended country's general elections.
At 24,068.94 points, it was the highest mark so far, surpassing the previous record of 23,573 points hit Monday as the exit polls showed the Bharatiya Janata Party and its allies closing in on a majority in the just-ended country's general elections.
Monday, May 12, 2014
Kejriwal, AAP will have their share of glory, no matter who wins | ummid.com
Kejriwal, AAP will have their share of glory, no matter who wins | ummid.com
First, whether the two main, established, flushed with funds and state-power-wielding political parties, namely the Congress and the BJP, and the largely pliable media, agree or not, the 2014 elections ended up as a contest where the maverick AAP became the rule-setter in some of the intense battles.
First, whether the two main, established, flushed with funds and state-power-wielding political parties, namely the Congress and the BJP, and the largely pliable media, agree or not, the 2014 elections ended up as a contest where the maverick AAP became the rule-setter in some of the intense battles.
Police constable guns down five relatives in Odisha, kills self | ummid.com
Police constable guns down five relatives in Odisha, kills self | ummid.com
District Voluntary Force (DVF) constable Narendra Khandapan killed his father-in-law, mother-in-law, brother-in-law and two other relatives at his rented house in Koraput, about 500 km from here.
District Voluntary Force (DVF) constable Narendra Khandapan killed his father-in-law, mother-in-law, brother-in-law and two other relatives at his rented house in Koraput, about 500 km from here.
Search engine manipulation can swing votes: US study | ummid.com
Search engine manipulation can swing votes: US study | ummid.com
A senior research psychologist at the California-based American Institute for Behavioural Research and Technology, Epstein wanted to see if the higher ranking of a political candidate had a similar effect on voters as it does in the case of a product.
A senior research psychologist at the California-based American Institute for Behavioural Research and Technology, Epstein wanted to see if the higher ranking of a political candidate had a similar effect on voters as it does in the case of a product.
Indian Muslims in America mourn Mukul Sinha's passing away | ummid.com
Indian Muslims in America mourn Mukul Sinha's passing away | ummid.com
Stating that his contribution will always remain in the minds of countless social justice oriented people of India, the Indian Muslims in America mourned the sad demise of Mukul Sinha, the noted lawyer and activist who fought for the victims of the 2002 Gujarat riots.
Stating that his contribution will always remain in the minds of countless social justice oriented people of India, the Indian Muslims in America mourned the sad demise of Mukul Sinha, the noted lawyer and activist who fought for the victims of the 2002 Gujarat riots.
Indian Muslims in America mourn Mukul Sinha's passing away | ummid.com
Indian Muslims in America mourn Mukul Sinha's passing away | ummid.com
Stating that his contribution will always remain in the minds of countless social justice oriented people of India, the Indian Muslims in America mourned the sad demise of Mukul Sinha, the noted lawyer and activist who fought for the victims of the 2002 Gujarat riots.
Stating that his contribution will always remain in the minds of countless social justice oriented people of India, the Indian Muslims in America mourned the sad demise of Mukul Sinha, the noted lawyer and activist who fought for the victims of the 2002 Gujarat riots.
Lawyer, Gujarat riots activist Mukul Sinha dies at 63 | ummid.com
Lawyer, Gujarat riots activist Mukul Sinha dies at 63 | ummid.com
Noted human rights activist and lawyer Mukul Sinha, who fought for the cause of 2002 Gujarat riot victims and victims of fake encounters in Gujarat, on Monday died at a private hospital here at the age of 63.
Noted human rights activist and lawyer Mukul Sinha, who fought for the cause of 2002 Gujarat riot victims and victims of fake encounters in Gujarat, on Monday died at a private hospital here at the age of 63.
Give proper publicity before revising Maharashtra voters list, EC told | ummid.com
Give proper publicity before revising Maharashtra voters list, EC told | ummid.com
A division bench of Justice M.S.Sonak and Justice A.S.Oka gave the order while admitting several public interest litigations (PILs) pertaining to missing voters names in the April 17 elections in Pune, and later April 24 in Mumbai.
A division bench of Justice M.S.Sonak and Justice A.S.Oka gave the order while admitting several public interest litigations (PILs) pertaining to missing voters names in the April 17 elections in Pune, and later April 24 in Mumbai.
World's largest airport hub for low-cost carriers opens in Kuala Lumpur | ummid.com
World's largest airport hub for low-cost carriers opens in Kuala Lumpur | ummid.com
The facility is much larger and more comfortable than the old terminal. Dubbed KLIA2, the new terminal aims to capture the fast-growing volume of discount airline flights in Southeast Asia to become the hub for these carriers in the region.
The facility is much larger and more comfortable than the old terminal. Dubbed KLIA2, the new terminal aims to capture the fast-growing volume of discount airline flights in Southeast Asia to become the hub for these carriers in the region.
Exit polls give BJP led alliance edge over others | ummid.com
Exit polls give BJP led alliance edge over others | ummid.com
The India Today-CICERO exit poll said the Bharatiya Janata Party alliance could touch the magic figure of 272 seats, the half-way mark in the 543 elected seats, the Congress-led UPA 115 and other parties 156 seats.
The India Today-CICERO exit poll said the Bharatiya Janata Party alliance could touch the magic figure of 272 seats, the half-way mark in the 543 elected seats, the Congress-led UPA 115 and other parties 156 seats.
Lok Sabha election ends, India awaits verdict | ummid.com
Lok Sabha election ends, India awaits verdict | ummid.com
The Election Commission said the balloting ended in Uttar Pradesh (18 seats), West Bengal (17) and Bihar (six), marking the culmination of over five weeks of electoral process during which more than 500 million voters came out to elect a new 545-member Lok Sabha.
The Election Commission said the balloting ended in Uttar Pradesh (18 seats), West Bengal (17) and Bihar (six), marking the culmination of over five weeks of electoral process during which more than 500 million voters came out to elect a new 545-member Lok Sabha.
Overwhelming majority of Muslims lined in queue to vote in Varanasi | ummid.com
Overwhelming majority of Muslims lined in queue to vote in Varanasi | ummid.com
There were separate serpentine queues of men and women voters in areas like Peeli Kothi and Beniyabagh where most people are Muslims, officials and political activists said. - See more at: http://www.ummid.com/news/2014/May/12.05.2014/muslim-vote-in-varanasi.html
There were separate serpentine queues of men and women voters in areas like Peeli Kothi and Beniyabagh where most people are Muslims, officials and political activists said. - See more at: http://www.ummid.com/news/2014/May/12.05.2014/muslim-vote-in-varanasi.html
Millions vote in three states, spotlight on Varanasi | ummid.com
Millions vote in three states, spotlight on Varanasi | ummid.com
Long queues were seen at most of the 71,254 polling stations in Uttar Pradesh, Bihar and West Bengal, with some people in Varanasi -- which saw heavy balloting -- complaining that they had been waiting for four hours to vote.
Long queues were seen at most of the 71,254 polling stations in Uttar Pradesh, Bihar and West Bengal, with some people in Varanasi -- which saw heavy balloting -- complaining that they had been waiting for four hours to vote.
Congress ahead in Telangana, TDP in Seemandhra civic polls | ummid.com
Congress ahead in Telangana, TDP in Seemandhra civic polls | ummid.com
The Congress has bagged nine municipalities in Telangana while the Telangana Rashtra Samithi (TRS) has captured five. The Congress has also established lead in many other municipalities.
The Congress has bagged nine municipalities in Telangana while the Telangana Rashtra Samithi (TRS) has captured five. The Congress has also established lead in many other municipalities.
Sunday, May 11, 2014
Lithuanian president wins first round of election | ummid.com
Lithuanian president wins first round of election | ummid.com
Lithuanian incumbent President Dalia Grybauskaite won the first round of the presidential election and will face her top challenger in the runoff scheduled for May 25, the Central Electoral Commission said Monday.
Lithuanian incumbent President Dalia Grybauskaite won the first round of the presidential election and will face her top challenger in the runoff scheduled for May 25, the Central Electoral Commission said Monday.
South African government calls for unity after polls | ummid.com
South African government calls for unity after polls | ummid.com
All South Africans should unite behind a common goal of moving the country forward now that the divisive political battles have ended with the conclusion of the 2014 general elections, the government said Sunday.
All South Africans should unite behind a common goal of moving the country forward now that the divisive political battles have ended with the conclusion of the 2014 general elections, the government said Sunday.
Despite majority claims, BJP scours for allies | ummid.com
Despite majority claims, BJP scours for allies | ummid.com
BJP's prime ministerial candidate Narendra Modi has said that making disparaging remarks about governments run by regional parties in different states did not pre-empt the possibility of allying with them later.
BJP's prime ministerial candidate Narendra Modi has said that making disparaging remarks about governments run by regional parties in different states did not pre-empt the possibility of allying with them later.
Varanasi's top clerics appeal Muslims to vote for Arvind Kejriwal | ummid.com
Varanasi's top clerics appeal Muslims to vote for Arvind Kejriwal | ummid.com
A day before election in Varanasi, top clerics of the city Sunday followed the appeals issued by other Muslim groups and leaders, and extended total support to Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) candidate Arvind Kejriwal.
A day before election in Varanasi, top clerics of the city Sunday followed the appeals issued by other Muslim groups and leaders, and extended total support to Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) candidate Arvind Kejriwal.
Over 200 unidentified rioters booked for Meerut communal riot | ummid.com
Over 200 unidentified rioters booked for Meerut communal riot | ummid.com
A dozen criminal cases were filed Sunday against 200 unidentified rioters for violence here Saturday in which about 50 people, including a senior police officer and two media persons, were injured.
A dozen criminal cases were filed Sunday against 200 unidentified rioters for violence here Saturday in which about 50 people, including a senior police officer and two media persons, were injured.
100 cameras to spy on Berlin for 100 years! | ummid.com
100 cameras to spy on Berlin for 100 years! | ummid.com
It is part of the century camera project - an "unauthorised surveillance" system consisting of 100 ultra long exposure photographic devices deployed in and around Berlin that Keats plans to distribute next week May 16 to anyone who wants to participate.
It is part of the century camera project - an "unauthorised surveillance" system consisting of 100 ultra long exposure photographic devices deployed in and around Berlin that Keats plans to distribute next week May 16 to anyone who wants to participate.
In Varanasi, it's about weaver, river, poll fever | ummid.com
In Varanasi, it's about weaver, river, poll fever | ummid.com
The temple town, said to be perched atop a 'trishul' (trident) held by Lord Shiva, its reigning deity, is choked with people from Gujarat, Delhi and other parts of the country to witness an epic battle between BJP's prime ministerial aspirant Narendra Modi, AAP leader Arvind Kejriwal and Ajay Rai of the Congress.
The temple town, said to be perched atop a 'trishul' (trident) held by Lord Shiva, its reigning deity, is choked with people from Gujarat, Delhi and other parts of the country to witness an epic battle between BJP's prime ministerial aspirant Narendra Modi, AAP leader Arvind Kejriwal and Ajay Rai of the Congress.
Saturday, May 10, 2014
African National Congress declared winner in South African elections | ummid.com
African National Congress declared winner in South African elections | ummid.com
The African National Congress (ANC) has won a commanding victory in South Africa's general election with a majority of 249 seats in the National Assembly, the country's Independent Electoral Commission announced Saturday.
The African National Congress (ANC) has won a commanding victory in South Africa's general election with a majority of 249 seats in the National Assembly, the country's Independent Electoral Commission announced Saturday.
Will Antony do the unthinkable on army chief? | ummid.com
Will Antony do the unthinkable on army chief? | ummid.com
In that sense, Antony has his back covered except that the BJP will raise Cain. There is an element of hypocrisy in the BJP stance that the new government appoint the army chief. In 2004, in the dying days of the NDA, prime minister Vajpayee's government cleared Vice Admiral Arun Prakash for chief of staff.
In that sense, Antony has his back covered except that the BJP will raise Cain. There is an element of hypocrisy in the BJP stance that the new government appoint the army chief. In 2004, in the dying days of the NDA, prime minister Vajpayee's government cleared Vice Admiral Arun Prakash for chief of staff.
Liberal Democrats launch network to promote party among UK Muslims | ummid.com
Liberal Democrats launch network to promote party among UK Muslims | ummid.com
The key aims of the Network are to promote the party amongst Muslim communities across UK, provide a support mechanism for Muslim members within the Party, promote dialogue and greater understanding of Muslim communities in UK and promote interfaith dialogue, respect and understanding.
The key aims of the Network are to promote the party amongst Muslim communities across UK, provide a support mechanism for Muslim members within the Party, promote dialogue and greater understanding of Muslim communities in UK and promote interfaith dialogue, respect and understanding.
I will stop the Modi juggernaut: Lalu Prasad Yadav | ummid.com
I will stop the Modi juggernaut: Lalu Prasad Yadav | ummid.com
"I will stop the Modi juggernaut," Lalu Prasad said at election rallies in three places - East and West Champaran and Valmikinagar parliamentary constituencies - on the last day of campaigning for the Lok Sabha polls.
"I will stop the Modi juggernaut," Lalu Prasad said at election rallies in three places - East and West Champaran and Valmikinagar parliamentary constituencies - on the last day of campaigning for the Lok Sabha polls.
Violence erupts in Meerut after Jains oppose water facility near mosque | ummid.com
Violence erupts in Meerut after Jains oppose water facility near mosque | ummid.com
When police reached the spot to control the mob, Superintendent of Police (City) Om Prakash Singh was injured along with some other police personnel. Two camerapersons, who were trying to capture footage of the incident, were also injured. Their cameras were also damaged.
When police reached the spot to control the mob, Superintendent of Police (City) Om Prakash Singh was injured along with some other police personnel. Two camerapersons, who were trying to capture footage of the incident, were also injured. Their cameras were also damaged.
Politics: The new religion and business currency in Varanasi? | ummid.com
Politics: The new religion and business currency in Varanasi? | ummid.com
They want to get the feel of the Lok Sabha big battle between BJP's prime ministerial candidate Narendra Modi, AAP's Arvind Kejriwal, Congress' Ajai Rai and, to a minor extent, Kailash Chaurasiya of the Samajwadi Party.
They want to get the feel of the Lok Sabha big battle between BJP's prime ministerial candidate Narendra Modi, AAP's Arvind Kejriwal, Congress' Ajai Rai and, to a minor extent, Kailash Chaurasiya of the Samajwadi Party.
Rahul's no to Third Front: Ploughing a lonely furrow? | ummid.com
Rahul's no to Third Front: Ploughing a lonely furrow? | ummid.com
Rahul Gandhi, of course, has a different take on the matter. He has stated that he will prefer the Congress sitting in the opposition to making a grab for power. As is known, he has been emphasizing for quite some time the need to rebuild the 128-year-old party, even saying that he is surprised the Congress wins elections at all, given its organizational disarray.
Rahul Gandhi, of course, has a different take on the matter. He has stated that he will prefer the Congress sitting in the opposition to making a grab for power. As is known, he has been emphasizing for quite some time the need to rebuild the 128-year-old party, even saying that he is surprised the Congress wins elections at all, given its organizational disarray.
One Modi's fate is linked to another | ummid.com
One Modi's fate is linked to another | ummid.com
It must be said that Lalit Modi's proximity to Vasundhara has helped Rajasthan cricket. He has changed the face of the Sawai Man Singh Stadium and has put up an academy which, within a couple of years, has produced talented young cricketers who went on to make Rajasthan the Ranji Trophy champions, not once but twice in successive years.
It must be said that Lalit Modi's proximity to Vasundhara has helped Rajasthan cricket. He has changed the face of the Sawai Man Singh Stadium and has put up an academy which, within a couple of years, has produced talented young cricketers who went on to make Rajasthan the Ranji Trophy champions, not once but twice in successive years.
Rahul Gandhi storms Varanasi, holds roadshow, rally | ummid.com
Rahul Gandhi storms Varanasi, holds roadshow, rally | ummid.com
Two days after Modi held a mammoth roadshow and a day after AAP leader Arvind Kejriwal attracted thousands, Gandhi rode on an open vehicle through the heart of Varanasi, surrounded by slogan-shouting Congress activists.
Two days after Modi held a mammoth roadshow and a day after AAP leader Arvind Kejriwal attracted thousands, Gandhi rode on an open vehicle through the heart of Varanasi, surrounded by slogan-shouting Congress activists.
Friday, May 9, 2014
Media ad fuels new 'Marathi-Gujarati' row in Mumbai | ummid.com
Media ad fuels new 'Marathi-Gujarati' row in Mumbai | ummid.com
May 1, the Gujarati community was targeted in a sharp editorial in the Shiv Sena mouthpiece Saamana, but later top leaders of the party, including Subhash Desai, Uddhav Thackeray and Aditya Thackeray expressed regrets over it.
May 1, the Gujarati community was targeted in a sharp editorial in the Shiv Sena mouthpiece Saamana, but later top leaders of the party, including Subhash Desai, Uddhav Thackeray and Aditya Thackeray expressed regrets over it.
Gunmen clash with Yemeni security forces near presidential palace, nine killed | ummid.com
Gunmen clash with Yemeni security forces near presidential palace, nine killed | ummid.com
Earlier in the afternoon, Yemeni defence minister escaped an attack by suspected gunmen of the Yemen-based Al Qaeda branch on a highway linking restive southern provinces of Abyan and Shabwa.
Earlier in the afternoon, Yemeni defence minister escaped an attack by suspected gunmen of the Yemen-based Al Qaeda branch on a highway linking restive southern provinces of Abyan and Shabwa.
Jump of more than 950 crorepati candidates this election | ummid.com
Jump of more than 950 crorepati candidates this election | ummid.com
According to NEW and ADR that are working for poll reforms, of the 8,163 candidates analysed for the 2014 election, 2,208 (27 percent) are crorepatis (millionaires). In 2009, of the 7,810 candidates analysed, 1,249 (16 percent) candidates were crorepatis, the two organisations said in a press release.
According to NEW and ADR that are working for poll reforms, of the 8,163 candidates analysed for the 2014 election, 2,208 (27 percent) are crorepatis (millionaires). In 2009, of the 7,810 candidates analysed, 1,249 (16 percent) candidates were crorepatis, the two organisations said in a press release.
Will there be a surprise end to Modi's tale? | ummid.com
Will there be a surprise end to Modi's tale? | ummid.com
On Aug 15, Independence Day, while Manmohan Singh looked pale, weak and quite out of place at the Red Fort, Modi looked like an ad for vitality capsules as he stood in his designer kurta at the Lalan College in Bhuj. It was a wondrous show.
On Aug 15, Independence Day, while Manmohan Singh looked pale, weak and quite out of place at the Red Fort, Modi looked like an ad for vitality capsules as he stood in his designer kurta at the Lalan College in Bhuj. It was a wondrous show.
Thursday, May 8, 2014
Dubai dreams turn Goa horrors for 11-year-old | ummid.com
Dubai dreams turn Goa horrors for 11-year-old | ummid.com
With the help of the Central Industrial Security Force (CISF) and aided by Sameer, the police scanned nearly all the footage ranging from the time the boy claims he was dropped off till the flight to Dubai later in the afternoon.
With the help of the Central Industrial Security Force (CISF) and aided by Sameer, the police scanned nearly all the footage ranging from the time the boy claims he was dropped off till the flight to Dubai later in the afternoon.
Breaking Brahmin monopoly: Hindu temple to have women, lower-caste priests | ummid.com
Breaking Brahmin monopoly: Hindu temple to have women, lower-caste priests | ummid.com
Here's another traditional male bastion set to crumble. With a Supreme Court prod, the renowned 900-year old Vitthoba Temple in the pilgrim town of Pandharpur will script religious history when it appoints its first women priests as also priests from the backward classes as part of an inclusive mission.
Here's another traditional male bastion set to crumble. With a Supreme Court prod, the renowned 900-year old Vitthoba Temple in the pilgrim town of Pandharpur will script religious history when it appoints its first women priests as also priests from the backward classes as part of an inclusive mission.
Demand for clearer packaging as millions eat Halal food without knowing | ummid.com
Demand for clearer packaging as millions eat Halal food without knowing | ummid.com
Marks and Spencer, Tesco, Morrisons, Waitrose and the Co-op said their New Zealand lamb is slaughtered to halal standards, while Pizza Express has already revealed their chicken is killed according to Islamic tradition.
Marks and Spencer, Tesco, Morrisons, Waitrose and the Co-op said their New Zealand lamb is slaughtered to halal standards, while Pizza Express has already revealed their chicken is killed according to Islamic tradition.
SC dismisses Gujarat's plea for uniform policy on probing shootouts | ummid.com
SC dismisses Gujarat's plea for uniform policy on probing shootouts | ummid.com
As none of the states favoured the plea by Gujarat, the court said that none of the states are for such a policy and it was in a minority. - See more at: http://www.ummid.com/news/2014/May/08.05.2014/sc-on-shoot-out-probe.html
As none of the states favoured the plea by Gujarat, the court said that none of the states are for such a policy and it was in a minority. - See more at: http://www.ummid.com/news/2014/May/08.05.2014/sc-on-shoot-out-probe.html
Hearing on legality of Kejriwal probe into gas pricing Friday | ummid.com
Hearing on legality of Kejriwal probe into gas pricing Friday | ummid.com
The petition seeks to submit that the anti-graft wing has no jurisdiction to probe the subject given the limited constitutional powers afforded to the state government, while also wanting the charges filed with the police to be turned down accordingly.
The petition seeks to submit that the anti-graft wing has no jurisdiction to probe the subject given the limited constitutional powers afforded to the state government, while also wanting the charges filed with the police to be turned down accordingly.
Manmohan Singh to address nation on eve of demitting office | ummid.com
Manmohan Singh to address nation on eve of demitting office | ummid.com
Prime Minister Manmohan Singh would be demitting office on May 17, a day after the Lok Sabha elections results are announced. He had earlier this year announced his retirement, after a decade at the helm of two successive United Progressive Alliance (UPA) governments.
Prime Minister Manmohan Singh would be demitting office on May 17, a day after the Lok Sabha elections results are announced. He had earlier this year announced his retirement, after a decade at the helm of two successive United Progressive Alliance (UPA) governments.
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