Israeli warplanes strike militant facilities in Gaza Strip | ummid.com
Hamas security officials in Gaza said that Israeli warplanes, which hovered over the Palestinian enclave after midnight, carried out more than 25 airstrikes in less than 10 minutes on targets operated by Hamas and Islamic jihad, Xinhua reported.
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Monday, June 30, 2014
Brazilian couple embraces Islam during 2014 FIFA World Cup | ummid.com
Brazilian couple embraces Islam during 2014 FIFA World Cup | ummid.com
A local Brazilian couple accepted Islam after meeting the British Islamic Education and Research Academy (iERA) volunteers on the famous Copa Cabana beach in Rio de Janeiro during the 2014 FIFA World Cup.
A local Brazilian couple accepted Islam after meeting the British Islamic Education and Research Academy (iERA) volunteers on the famous Copa Cabana beach in Rio de Janeiro during the 2014 FIFA World Cup.
Bengal Governor Narayanan quits, state government 'deeply pained' | ummid.com
Bengal Governor Narayanan quits, state government 'deeply pained' | ummid.com
Confirming the development, Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee and state Parliamentary Affairs Minister Partha Chatterjee told the media that the 79-year-old Narayanan's last day at work will be Friday.
Confirming the development, Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee and state Parliamentary Affairs Minister Partha Chatterjee told the media that the 79-year-old Narayanan's last day at work will be Friday.
Suggest school syllabi to boost innovation: Smriti Irani to IITs | ummid.com
Suggest school syllabi to boost innovation: Smriti Irani to IITs | ummid.com
The day-long retreat focused on issues related to deepening research and technological innovation for meeting the national development agenda, enhancing industry-academia collaboration and expanding the massive open online courses (MOOCs).
The day-long retreat focused on issues related to deepening research and technological innovation for meeting the national development agenda, enhancing industry-academia collaboration and expanding the massive open online courses (MOOCs).
Little chance of Iraq strife disrupting oil supply | ummid.com
Little chance of Iraq strife disrupting oil supply | ummid.com
"Crude oil supplies to India come from Iraq's Basra oilfields, which are far from the conflict zone in the north-east of the country. Loading of tankers from the Basra oil terminal is continuing normally," the official added.
"Crude oil supplies to India come from Iraq's Basra oilfields, which are far from the conflict zone in the north-east of the country. Loading of tankers from the Basra oil terminal is continuing normally," the official added.
Sexting linked to risky sexual behaviour among kids | ummid.com
Sexting linked to risky sexual behaviour among kids | ummid.com
"These findings call attention to the need to train health educators, pediatricians and parents on how best to communicate with young adolescents about sexting in relation to sexual behaviour," said lead author Eric Rice, an assistant professor at University of Southern California in the US.
"These findings call attention to the need to train health educators, pediatricians and parents on how best to communicate with young adolescents about sexting in relation to sexual behaviour," said lead author Eric Rice, an assistant professor at University of Southern California in the US.
India intensifies efforts to evacuate citizens, warship on standby | ummid.com
India intensifies efforts to evacuate citizens, warship on standby | ummid.com
An Indian warship has been deployed in the Persian Gulf and kept on standby while the air force has also kept heavylift transport aircraft C17 and recently acquired C-130J Super Hercules on standby for any short notice evacuation operation.
An Indian warship has been deployed in the Persian Gulf and kept on standby while the air force has also kept heavylift transport aircraft C17 and recently acquired C-130J Super Hercules on standby for any short notice evacuation operation.
Indian scientists tap into geoinformatics for mapping natural hazards | ummid.com
Indian scientists tap into geoinformatics for mapping natural hazards | ummid.com
Geoinformatic tools (the application of technology to geographical sciences) such as remote sensing (RS) and geographic information system (GIS) were successfully put to use by researchers at the Jadavpur University's School of Oceanography here to scientifically analyse and prepare zonation maps of Bihar.
Geoinformatic tools (the application of technology to geographical sciences) such as remote sensing (RS) and geographic information system (GIS) were successfully put to use by researchers at the Jadavpur University's School of Oceanography here to scientifically analyse and prepare zonation maps of Bihar.
Saturday, June 28, 2014
On BJP website's MPs list, there is no Modi! | ummid.com
On BJP website's MPs list, there is no Modi! | ummid.com
Social media and internet interface may be the buzz words for Prime Minister Narendra Modi but the BJP seems to be caught up in some embarrassing time warp. Its official website's parliamentary sections have no mention of Modi being an MP.
Social media and internet interface may be the buzz words for Prime Minister Narendra Modi but the BJP seems to be caught up in some embarrassing time warp. Its official website's parliamentary sections have no mention of Modi being an MP.
AAP should not fight Haryana, Maharashtra polls: Kejriwal | ummid.com
AAP should not fight Haryana, Maharashtra polls: Kejriwal | ummid.com
In an interaction with party's Delhi volunteers on Google Hangout, Kejriwal said: "The Aam Aadmi Party should not fight Haryana and Maharashtra assembly elections. We should use all resources and volunteers in Delhi."
In an interaction with party's Delhi volunteers on Google Hangout, Kejriwal said: "The Aam Aadmi Party should not fight Haryana and Maharashtra assembly elections. We should use all resources and volunteers in Delhi."
Holy month of fasting Ramadan begins in India Monday June 30 | ummid.com
Holy month of fasting Ramadan begins in India Monday June 30 | ummid.com
The first day of Ramadan in entire India, except few places, will be Monday, June 30, the moon sighting committees in Delhi, Mumbai, Hyderabad and Lucknow announced Saturday.
The first day of Ramadan in entire India, except few places, will be Monday, June 30, the moon sighting committees in Delhi, Mumbai, Hyderabad and Lucknow announced Saturday.
Pune youth donates liver to save dying mom | ummid.com
Pune youth donates liver to save dying mom | ummid.com
A comatose Pune woman with a sudden and total liver failure got a new lease of life thanks to her son who promptly donated his liver. The operation was successful and both mother and son are recuperating at home after having been discharged from hospital, doctors said.
A comatose Pune woman with a sudden and total liver failure got a new lease of life thanks to her son who promptly donated his liver. The operation was successful and both mother and son are recuperating at home after having been discharged from hospital, doctors said.
Digvijaya questions Rahul's ability to rule | ummid.com
Digvijaya questions Rahul's ability to rule | ummid.com
In an interview Friday to a Goa television news channel, which was telecast Saturday, Digvijaya Singh, who is party in-charge of Goa and often touted as Gandhi's political guru, said Gandhi should have taken up the responsibility of leading the Congress in the Lok Sabha and taking on the National Democratic Alliance (NDA).
In an interview Friday to a Goa television news channel, which was telecast Saturday, Digvijaya Singh, who is party in-charge of Goa and often touted as Gandhi's political guru, said Gandhi should have taken up the responsibility of leading the Congress in the Lok Sabha and taking on the National Democratic Alliance (NDA).
Woman 'thrown out' of train in Bengal, railways rubbish claim | ummid.com
Woman 'thrown out' of train in Bengal, railways rubbish claim | ummid.com
The incident happened in Bagnan when the train was entering the station. Subsequently, angry passengers ransacked the station and assaulted two officials, including a female TTE, alleging a woman passenger was thrown out from the moving train.
The incident happened in Bagnan when the train was entering the station. Subsequently, angry passengers ransacked the station and assaulted two officials, including a female TTE, alleging a woman passenger was thrown out from the moving train.
Building collapses in North Delhi's Inderlok area, three killed | ummid.com
Building collapses in North Delhi's Inderlok area, three killed | ummid.com
"Three people have been killed in the incident. The rescue operation is still on to bring out those who are still trapped under the debris," North Delhi Municipal Council (NDMC) mayor Yogender Chandolia told IANS.
"Three people have been killed in the incident. The rescue operation is still on to bring out those who are still trapped under the debris," North Delhi Municipal Council (NDMC) mayor Yogender Chandolia told IANS.
Friday, June 27, 2014
Rs.25 lakh ex-gratia relief for GAIL blast victims | ummid.com
Rs.25 lakh ex-gratia relief for GAIL blast victims | ummid.com
Compensation for the injured was also announced after Petroleum Minister Dharmendra Pradhan visited the accident site along with Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu.
Compensation for the injured was also announced after Petroleum Minister Dharmendra Pradhan visited the accident site along with Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu.
GAIL gas pipeline blast: Death toll 15, over 30 injured | ummid.com
GAIL gas pipeline blast: Death toll 15, over 30 injured | ummid.com
Fifteen villagers were burnt to death and 30 injured Friday as a huge fire and deafening explosions caused by a suspected leak engulfed a GAIL gas pipeline in Andhra Pradesh, officials said. The central government ordered a probe and announced ex-gratia payment of Rs.2 lakh each to the next of kin of those killed.
Fifteen villagers were burnt to death and 30 injured Friday as a huge fire and deafening explosions caused by a suspected leak engulfed a GAIL gas pipeline in Andhra Pradesh, officials said. The central government ordered a probe and announced ex-gratia payment of Rs.2 lakh each to the next of kin of those killed.
Ramadan in Saudi Arabia, other Gulf states begins Sunday June 29 | ummid.com
Ramadan in Saudi Arabia, other Gulf states begins Sunday June 29 | ummid.com
The Holy month of Ramadan - the month of fasting, will begin in Saudi Arabia, UAE and other Gulf States on Sunday, June 29, the Royal Court of Saudi Arabia and various moon sighting committees of UAE officially announced Friday.
The Holy month of Ramadan - the month of fasting, will begin in Saudi Arabia, UAE and other Gulf States on Sunday, June 29, the Royal Court of Saudi Arabia and various moon sighting committees of UAE officially announced Friday.
Modi wants poor to stay away from trains: Buddhadeb | ummid.com
Modi wants poor to stay away from trains: Buddhadeb | ummid.com
"The railway fare, and freights have gone up. The strong man, the lion king now in power in Delhi has given his first dictum to the poor by steeply raising train fares. The dictum is the poor have to stay away from train rides," Bhattacharjee, also a CPI-M politburo member, said at a Left Front demonstration here.
"The railway fare, and freights have gone up. The strong man, the lion king now in power in Delhi has given his first dictum to the poor by steeply raising train fares. The dictum is the poor have to stay away from train rides," Bhattacharjee, also a CPI-M politburo member, said at a Left Front demonstration here.
Harsh Vardhan clarifies on sex education, slams UPA's 'crudity' | ummid.com
Harsh Vardhan clarifies on sex education, slams UPA's 'crudity' | ummid.com
Seeking to end an "unseemly controversy" kicked up by his views on sex education, Union Health Minister Harsh Vardhan Friday denied that he proposes a ban on sex education in schools, saying he supports "pedagogy that is scientific and culturally acceptable".
Seeking to end an "unseemly controversy" kicked up by his views on sex education, Union Health Minister Harsh Vardhan Friday denied that he proposes a ban on sex education in schools, saying he supports "pedagogy that is scientific and culturally acceptable".
Nizam's daughter-in-law Sahebzadi Faizunnisa Begum passes away | ummid.com
Nizam's daughter-in-law Sahebzadi Faizunnisa Begum passes away | ummid.com
She was married to Prince Nawab Hasham Jah Bahadur in 1935. The Nizam had attended the marriage and presented her two gold bangles. He had personally dropped the couple at their residence.
She was married to Prince Nawab Hasham Jah Bahadur in 1935. The Nizam had attended the marriage and presented her two gold bangles. He had personally dropped the couple at their residence.
Home ministry chalking out strategy to counter left wing terrorism | ummid.com
Home ministry chalking out strategy to counter left wing terrorism | ummid.com
"The home minister sought the cooperation of the DGPs (directors-general of police) and chief secretaries to root out left wing extremism," ministry spokesman Kuldeep Singh Dhatwalia told IANS.
"The home minister sought the cooperation of the DGPs (directors-general of police) and chief secretaries to root out left wing extremism," ministry spokesman Kuldeep Singh Dhatwalia told IANS.
UPSC aspirants protest against changes in exam pattern | ummid.com
UPSC aspirants protest against changes in exam pattern | ummid.com
Close to 1,000 civil service aspirants marched from Civil Lines area in north Delhi to Rajghat protesting against changes made by the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) and demanded that the Civil Services Aptitude Test (CSAT) pattern in the examination be scrapped.
Close to 1,000 civil service aspirants marched from Civil Lines area in north Delhi to Rajghat protesting against changes made by the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) and demanded that the Civil Services Aptitude Test (CSAT) pattern in the examination be scrapped.
Thursday, June 26, 2014
14 people burnt to death in Andhra gas pipeline blast | ummid.com
14 people burnt to death in Andhra gas pipeline blast | ummid.com
State Finance Minister Y. Ramakrishnudu told reporters that 14 people were killed and many others were injured when the fire broke out around 5.30 a.m. in Nagaram village in Mamidikuduru mandal of the coastal district.
State Finance Minister Y. Ramakrishnudu told reporters that 14 people were killed and many others were injured when the fire broke out around 5.30 a.m. in Nagaram village in Mamidikuduru mandal of the coastal district.
Twitter launches Ramadan 'hashflags', service to find imsak and iftar times | ummid.com
Twitter launches Ramadan 'hashflags', service to find imsak and iftar times | ummid.com
Users of the service tweeting #Ramadan or #Eid, in Arabic or English will see special icons – a crescent moon and Arabic calligraphy, respectively – next to the tags. - See more at: http://www.ummid.com/news/2014/June/26.06.2014/twitter-hashtag-ramadan.
Users of the service tweeting #Ramadan or #Eid, in Arabic or English will see special icons – a crescent moon and Arabic calligraphy, respectively – next to the tags. - See more at: http://www.ummid.com/news/2014/June/26.06.2014/twitter-hashtag-ramadan.
Modi urged to look into the issue of Muslims implicated in terror cases | ummid.com
Modi urged to look into the issue of Muslims implicated in terror cases | ummid.com
President of Delhi's India Islamic Cultural Centre Sirajuddin Qureshi in a meeting with Prime Minister Narendra Modi asked him to look into the issue of Muslim youths implicated in terror cases.
President of Delhi's India Islamic Cultural Centre Sirajuddin Qureshi in a meeting with Prime Minister Narendra Modi asked him to look into the issue of Muslim youths implicated in terror cases.
'Reservations for Marathas, Muslims historic step' | ummid.com
'Reservations for Marathas, Muslims historic step' | ummid.com
Chief Minister Prithviraj Chavan announced the government's decision to provide 16 percent reservations to Marathas and five percent to Muslims in jobs and education but apprehensions were raised in some quarters that it would violate certain legal provisions.
Chief Minister Prithviraj Chavan announced the government's decision to provide 16 percent reservations to Marathas and five percent to Muslims in jobs and education but apprehensions were raised in some quarters that it would violate certain legal provisions.
Can the Golden Temple please be insulated from Sikh politics? | ummid.com
Can the Golden Temple please be insulated from Sikh politics? | ummid.com
The footage of the June 6 incidents inside the shrine complex in which scores of Sikh men brandishing swords, spears and long sticks, chasing each other in a near-bloodbath situation, turbans flying and abusive language being openly used, was certainly not the image that anyone in the Sikh religion or outsiders would want to associate with.
The footage of the June 6 incidents inside the shrine complex in which scores of Sikh men brandishing swords, spears and long sticks, chasing each other in a near-bloodbath situation, turbans flying and abusive language being openly used, was certainly not the image that anyone in the Sikh religion or outsiders would want to associate with.
30 students detained after protest over university row | ummid.com
30 students detained after protest over university row | ummid.com
The students gathered at Central Secretariat and said they wanted to meet President Pranab Mukherjee to seek his intervention in the controversy that has halted this year's admission process in Delhi University.
The students gathered at Central Secretariat and said they wanted to meet President Pranab Mukherjee to seek his intervention in the controversy that has halted this year's admission process in Delhi University.
Wednesday, June 25, 2014
Show faith in Malegaon weavers, they have potential to return back | ummid.com
Show faith in Malegaon weavers, they have potential to return back | ummid.com
Reiterating that the weavers of Malegaon are talented, skilled and hardworking, Additional Collector of Malegaon Raghunath Gawade Wednesday assured the buyers of profitable and speedy returns if they show faith in the local textile industry.
Reiterating that the weavers of Malegaon are talented, skilled and hardworking, Additional Collector of Malegaon Raghunath Gawade Wednesday assured the buyers of profitable and speedy returns if they show faith in the local textile industry.
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http://www.ummid.com/news/2014/June/26.06.2014/buyer-seller-meet-malegaon.html#sthash.u2o3Dng7.dpufReiterating that the weavers of Malegaon are talented, skilled and hardworking, Additional Collector of Malegaon Raghunath Gawade Wednesday assured the buyers of profitable and speedy returns if they show faith in the local textile industry.
Reverting to the Ummah: Who is the 'Angry Muslim' and why | ummid.com
Reverting to the Ummah: Who is the 'Angry Muslim' and why | ummid.com
With palpable nervousness, he asked a question that seemed completely extraneous to my lecture on the use of people history to understand protracted historical phenomena using Palestine as a model.
With palpable nervousness, he asked a question that seemed completely extraneous to my lecture on the use of people history to understand protracted historical phenomena using Palestine as a model.
Cabinet nod to China built industrial parks in India | ummid.com
Cabinet nod to China built industrial parks in India | ummid.com
China, which has established five industrial parks in ASEAN countries like Cambodia, Indonesia and Vietnam, is keen to set up similar industrial parks in India. The states being examined for the purpose include Uttar Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh and Haryana.
China, which has established five industrial parks in ASEAN countries like Cambodia, Indonesia and Vietnam, is keen to set up similar industrial parks in India. The states being examined for the purpose include Uttar Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh and Haryana.
System to download Quran in 72 languages at Makkah Grand Mosque | ummid.com
System to download Quran in 72 languages at Makkah Grand Mosque | ummid.com
Saudi Arabia has almost completed elaborate and comprehensive arrangements for Qur'an recitation at Makkah's Grand Mosque ahead of Ramadan. The Qur'an is now available in 72 different foreign languages.
Saudi Arabia has almost completed elaborate and comprehensive arrangements for Qur'an recitation at Makkah's Grand Mosque ahead of Ramadan. The Qur'an is now available in 72 different foreign languages.
Modi government a month on: Challenges mount after fresh beginning | ummid.com
Modi government a month on: Challenges mount after fresh beginning | ummid.com
The government's apparent intention to replace Congress appointees in gubernatorial and other institutional posts raised the political temperature. While the Congress protested, there were murmurs that this was one of Modi's methods to ensure lesser friction in decision-making and implementation.
The government's apparent intention to replace Congress appointees in gubernatorial and other institutional posts raised the political temperature. While the Congress protested, there were murmurs that this was one of Modi's methods to ensure lesser friction in decision-making and implementation.
UGC cracks whip on DU, asks colleges to begin admissions | ummid.com
UGC cracks whip on DU, asks colleges to begin admissions | ummid.com
A source in the University Grants Commission (UGC) told IANS that DU colleges have been told to begin the admission process, which was deferred by the colleges Monday in the absence of clarity on the question of rolling back the four-year undergraduate programme (FYUP) to the earlier three-year course.
A source in the University Grants Commission (UGC) told IANS that DU colleges have been told to begin the admission process, which was deferred by the colleges Monday in the absence of clarity on the question of rolling back the four-year undergraduate programme (FYUP) to the earlier three-year course.
Medha Patkar leads AAP protest against Narmada dam height | ummid.com
Medha Patkar leads AAP protest against Narmada dam height | ummid.com
"A total of 193 villages would be drowned if the height of the dam is raised. The Narendra Modi government is not concerned about the people who will be rendered homeless," Aam Aadmi Party leader Medha Patkar said.
"A total of 193 villages would be drowned if the height of the dam is raised. The Narendra Modi government is not concerned about the people who will be rendered homeless," Aam Aadmi Party leader Medha Patkar said.
Government defers gas price hike by 3 months | ummid.com
Government defers gas price hike by 3 months | ummid.com
Talking to reporters after the cabinet meeting, Pradhan said the government has decided to hold extensive consultations on the issue before taking the call on hiking price.
Talking to reporters after the cabinet meeting, Pradhan said the government has decided to hold extensive consultations on the issue before taking the call on hiking price.
Indian-Americans lobbying for US Congress invitation for Modi | ummid.com
Indian-Americans lobbying for US Congress invitation for Modi | ummid.com
The ball was set rolling last week with Ed Royce, Republican chairman of the House of Representatives Foreign Affairs Committee and a fellow House member George Holding writing to House Speaker John Boehner with the suggestion.
The ball was set rolling last week with Ed Royce, Republican chairman of the House of Representatives Foreign Affairs Committee and a fellow House member George Holding writing to House Speaker John Boehner with the suggestion.
Tuesday, June 24, 2014
Four killed as Delhi-Dibrugarh Rajdhani Express derails in Bihar | ummid.com
Four killed as Delhi-Dibrugarh Rajdhani Express derails in Bihar | ummid.com
At least four people were killed and eight injured after nine out of twelve bogies of Delhi-Dibrugarh Rajdhani Express train derailed in Bihar's Saran district early Wednesday, police said.
At least four people were killed and eight injured after nine out of twelve bogies of Delhi-Dibrugarh Rajdhani Express train derailed in Bihar's Saran district early Wednesday, police said.
Firing on plane kills woman, wounds two at Pakistan airport | ummid.com
Firing on plane kills woman, wounds two at Pakistan airport | ummid.com
The PIA Boeing PK-756 with 196 passengers onboard was fired upon while landing at the airport, The Dawn reported, adding that three people were injured of which one succumbed to her wounds.
The PIA Boeing PK-756 with 196 passengers onboard was fired upon while landing at the airport, The Dawn reported, adding that three people were injured of which one succumbed to her wounds.
Football fan Cesar reverts to Islam during 2014 FIFA World Cup in Brazil | ummid.com
Football fan Cesar reverts to Islam during 2014 FIFA World Cup in Brazil | ummid.com
A young football fan, Cesar, accepted Islam in Sao Paolo during the 2014 FIFA World Cup after meeting with the British Islamic Education and Research Academy (iERA) volunteers who are in the Brazilian capital to spread the teachings of Islam.
A young football fan, Cesar, accepted Islam in Sao Paolo during the 2014 FIFA World Cup after meeting with the British Islamic Education and Research Academy (iERA) volunteers who are in the Brazilian capital to spread the teachings of Islam.
ISIL led Sunni militants control Baiji refinery in Iraq | ummid.com
ISIL led Sunni militants control Baiji refinery in Iraq | ummid.com
Sunni militants led by the Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) have taken control of an important oil refinery and have offered Iraqi troops safe passage if they give up their weapons and leave, according to Al Jazeera.
Sunni militants led by the Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) have taken control of an important oil refinery and have offered Iraqi troops safe passage if they give up their weapons and leave, according to Al Jazeera.
Railway fare hike not for second class suburban journey | ummid.com
Railway fare hike not for second class suburban journey | ummid.com
"The new MST fares ranged 1.7 times to 3.5 times of the old MST fare.A Despite the fact that MSTs are highly subsidized, the ministry of railway has now decided to modify the fair revision circular and hence a decision has been taken to increase the cost of existing MST fare by only 14.2 percent," it said.
"The new MST fares ranged 1.7 times to 3.5 times of the old MST fare.A Despite the fact that MSTs are highly subsidized, the ministry of railway has now decided to modify the fair revision circular and hence a decision has been taken to increase the cost of existing MST fare by only 14.2 percent," it said.
While India plays politics, Beijing woos Dhaka | ummid.com
While India plays politics, Beijing woos Dhaka | ummid.com
India's ministry of external affairs (MEA) had come up with this proposal ahead of its minister Sushma Swaraj's visit to Dhaka beginning Wednesday. The proposal also sought visa-on-arrival for all other Bangladesh nationals - and visa-free entry for those below 10 or above 65 years.
India's ministry of external affairs (MEA) had come up with this proposal ahead of its minister Sushma Swaraj's visit to Dhaka beginning Wednesday. The proposal also sought visa-on-arrival for all other Bangladesh nationals - and visa-free entry for those below 10 or above 65 years.
Indian troops for Iraq? Won't speculate, says Jaitley | ummid.com
Indian troops for Iraq? Won't speculate, says Jaitley | ummid.com
Nearly 120 Indians are stranded and 39 have been abducted in Iraq in areas overrun by Sunni insurgents. There are more than 10,000 Indians in Iraq overall, according to the external affairs ministry.
Nearly 120 Indians are stranded and 39 have been abducted in Iraq in areas overrun by Sunni insurgents. There are more than 10,000 Indians in Iraq overall, according to the external affairs ministry.
Hotelier dies after Trinamool threat, BJP, Left blame Mamata | ummid.com
Hotelier dies after Trinamool threat, BJP, Left blame Mamata | ummid.com
Sumit Naha, who owned a lodge in Howrah, died following a heart attack at his residence at Baguiati in Kolkata's north eastern outskirts early Monday with his family alleging that he could not bear the incessant threats and intimidation by local Trinamool activists.
Sumit Naha, who owned a lodge in Howrah, died following a heart attack at his residence at Baguiati in Kolkata's north eastern outskirts early Monday with his family alleging that he could not bear the incessant threats and intimidation by local Trinamool activists.
Even out of office, Manmohan Singh remains busy | ummid.com
Even out of office, Manmohan Singh remains busy | ummid.com
Having occupied the country's most important executive post for a decade, Manmohan Singh was without doubt a busy man. A month after he stepped down following his party's election loss, the former prime minister is settling down to a busy routine of another kind.
Having occupied the country's most important executive post for a decade, Manmohan Singh was without doubt a busy man. A month after he stepped down following his party's election loss, the former prime minister is settling down to a busy routine of another kind.
Government moots single-window clearance for coal, steel, power | ummid.com
Government moots single-window clearance for coal, steel, power | ummid.com
"We all want single-window mechanism. We are working on that front. But it cannot happen overnight as rules for different departments are different," Steel and Mines Minister Narendra Singh Tomar said following an inter-ministerial coordination meeting with Coal and Power Minister Piyush Goyal and Environment Minister Prakash Javadekar.
"We all want single-window mechanism. We are working on that front. But it cannot happen overnight as rules for different departments are different," Steel and Mines Minister Narendra Singh Tomar said following an inter-ministerial coordination meeting with Coal and Power Minister Piyush Goyal and Environment Minister Prakash Javadekar.
Delhi University VC Dinesh Singh resigns, row over FYUP escalates | ummid.com
Delhi University VC Dinesh Singh resigns, row over FYUP escalates | ummid.com
The news of Singh's resignation led to immediate celebrations among the students unions and teachers' associations, who had opposed the course ever since it was introduced last year. Many distributed sweets, danced, waved flags and hugged each other in jubilation.
The news of Singh's resignation led to immediate celebrations among the students unions and teachers' associations, who had opposed the course ever since it was introduced last year. Many distributed sweets, danced, waved flags and hugged each other in jubilation.
Withdraw 20 per cent cut in India's Haj quota: Sushma Swaraj | ummid.com
Withdraw 20 per cent cut in India's Haj quota: Sushma Swaraj | ummid.com
Speaking in chaste Urdu and delivering a speech designed to charm the Muslims, External Affairs Minister Sushma Swaraj Monday promised a hassle-free haj and improved facilities, at the same time requested Saudi Arabia to withdraw the 20 per cent cut in India's quota for the annual pilgrimage.
Speaking in chaste Urdu and delivering a speech designed to charm the Muslims, External Affairs Minister Sushma Swaraj Monday promised a hassle-free haj and improved facilities, at the same time requested Saudi Arabia to withdraw the 20 per cent cut in India's quota for the annual pilgrimage.
Bihar cop Shamse Alam sentenced to death for fake gunbattle of students | ummid.com
Bihar cop Shamse Alam sentenced to death for fake gunbattle of students | ummid.com
According to the chargesheet, three students - Vikash Ranjan, Prashant Singh and Himanshu Shekhar - were killed in the fake shootout at a market near Ashiyana Nagar area on Dec 28, 2002 in Patna.
According to the chargesheet, three students - Vikash Ranjan, Prashant Singh and Himanshu Shekhar - were killed in the fake shootout at a market near Ashiyana Nagar area on Dec 28, 2002 in Patna.
Christians' bid for right to use word 'Allah' rejected by Malaysian court | ummid.com
Christians' bid for right to use word 'Allah' rejected by Malaysian court | ummid.com
The Catholic Church had been seeking to reverse a government ban on it referring to God by the Arabic word "Allah" in the local Malay-language edition of its Herald newspaper. But a seven-judge panel in the administrative capital Putrajaya ruled a lower court decision siding with the government stood.
The Catholic Church had been seeking to reverse a government ban on it referring to God by the Arabic word "Allah" in the local Malay-language edition of its Herald newspaper. But a seven-judge panel in the administrative capital Putrajaya ruled a lower court decision siding with the government stood.
Monday, June 23, 2014
Gaining education, 35 women plan to uplift their communities | ummid.com
Gaining education, 35 women plan to uplift their communities | ummid.com
The group of 35 young women from a cluster of villages in Rajasthan's Udaipur district is perhaps the first in their families who ever went to school, and are now preparing to give something back to their communities by getting trained as primary and high school teachers.
The group of 35 young women from a cluster of villages in Rajasthan's Udaipur district is perhaps the first in their families who ever went to school, and are now preparing to give something back to their communities by getting trained as primary and high school teachers.
Three-member committee to probe CPMT papers leak in Uttar Pradesh | ummid.com
Three-member committee to probe CPMT papers leak in Uttar Pradesh | ummid.com
The exam was scheduled to be conducted across 213 centres in 15 districts when minutes before the examination, boxes carrying the test papers were found to be tampered and the seals were broken.
The exam was scheduled to be conducted across 213 centres in 15 districts when minutes before the examination, boxes carrying the test papers were found to be tampered and the seals were broken.
Nawaz Sharif’s Visit to India | ummid.com
Nawaz Sharif’s Visit to India | ummid.com
Its ally Shiv Sena goes one step forward. It has regularly created ruckus on every occasion of Pakistan India interaction. It dug up the pitch on the cricket ground to prevent the match, programs of Pakistan artists are disrupted and even now when Nawaz Sharif decided to come, Shiv sena threatened to boycott the oath taking ceremony.
Its ally Shiv Sena goes one step forward. It has regularly created ruckus on every occasion of Pakistan India interaction. It dug up the pitch on the cricket ground to prevent the match, programs of Pakistan artists are disrupted and even now when Nawaz Sharif decided to come, Shiv sena threatened to boycott the oath taking ceremony.
Rs.185 lakh UGC grant to AMU for vocational training course | ummid.com
Rs.185 lakh UGC grant to AMU for vocational training course | ummid.com
UGC joint secretary K.P. Singh said the commission has established 102 community colleges to make higher education relevant to the learner and the community and to integrate relevant skills into the higher education system.
UGC joint secretary K.P. Singh said the commission has established 102 community colleges to make higher education relevant to the learner and the community and to integrate relevant skills into the higher education system.
UGC, DU standoff continues; colleges defer admissions | ummid.com
UGC, DU standoff continues; colleges defer admissions | ummid.com
Even as the University Grants Commission (UGC), a statutory body of the government to coordinate and maintain the standards of university education in India, ordered the DU to scrap the FYUP "without fail" by Monday, the university was tight-lipped over the issue.
Even as the University Grants Commission (UGC), a statutory body of the government to coordinate and maintain the standards of university education in India, ordered the DU to scrap the FYUP "without fail" by Monday, the university was tight-lipped over the issue.
Sunday, June 22, 2014
AMU among Asia's top 100 universities | ummid.com
AMU among Asia's top 100 universities | ummid.com
The Aligarh Muslim University (AMU) has secured third position among Indian universities in the Asia Universities Ranking 2014 published by the Times Higher Education (THE), London, UK. The Punjab University, Chandigarh has topped the ranking among Indian institutions of higher learning.
The Aligarh Muslim University (AMU) has secured third position among Indian universities in the Asia Universities Ranking 2014 published by the Times Higher Education (THE), London, UK. The Punjab University, Chandigarh has topped the ranking among Indian institutions of higher learning.
Action against four Delhi Police officials for crime links | ummid.com
Action against four Delhi Police officials for crime links | ummid.com
A Delhi Police sub-inspector was suspended while three other policemen, including an inspector, were removed from active duty and sent to police lines for helping auto-thieves in committing their crime, police said Sunday.
A Delhi Police sub-inspector was suspended while three other policemen, including an inspector, were removed from active duty and sent to police lines for helping auto-thieves in committing their crime, police said Sunday.
India's Defense Preparedness on Top Gear | ummid.com
India's Defense Preparedness on Top Gear | ummid.com
Modi's planned visit to INS Vikramaditya also signifies ties with Russia that has seen many ups and downs. INS Vikramaditya is Russia's Kiev class Admiral Gorshkov which has been casting the dark shadow on the bilateral relations.
Modi's planned visit to INS Vikramaditya also signifies ties with Russia that has seen many ups and downs. INS Vikramaditya is Russia's Kiev class Admiral Gorshkov which has been casting the dark shadow on the bilateral relations.
'Phoren' dreams and big-buck hopes end in Iraq misery | ummid.com
'Phoren' dreams and big-buck hopes end in Iraq misery | ummid.com
With the number of people from Punjab and Haryana stuck in Iraq after the recent sectarian flare-up going up to nearly 700, the old story of failed "phoren (foreign) dreams" and lost big bucks is being retold.
With the number of people from Punjab and Haryana stuck in Iraq after the recent sectarian flare-up going up to nearly 700, the old story of failed "phoren (foreign) dreams" and lost big bucks is being retold.
Sunni militants seize more Iraqi cities near Syrian border | ummid.com
Sunni militants seize more Iraqi cities near Syrian border | ummid.com
Later Saturday night, Sunni gunmen, including those who are linked to the Islamic State in Iraq and Levant (ISIL), an Al Qaeda offshoot, took control of the city of Rutba, 370 km west of Baghdad, the source said.
Later Saturday night, Sunni gunmen, including those who are linked to the Islamic State in Iraq and Levant (ISIL), an Al Qaeda offshoot, took control of the city of Rutba, 370 km west of Baghdad, the source said.
Sunni militants seize more Iraqi cities near Syrian border | ummid.com
Sunni militants seize more Iraqi cities near Syrian border | ummid.com
Later Saturday night, Sunni gunmen, including those who are linked to the Islamic State in Iraq and Levant (ISIL), an Al Qaeda offshoot, took control of the city of Rutba, 370 km west of Baghdad, the source said.
Later Saturday night, Sunni gunmen, including those who are linked to the Islamic State in Iraq and Levant (ISIL), an Al Qaeda offshoot, took control of the city of Rutba, 370 km west of Baghdad, the source said.
Buddhists force festival to cancel film based anti-Muslim violence | ummid.com
Buddhists force festival to cancel film based anti-Muslim violence | ummid.com
A human rights film festival was forced to cancel screening of a documentary based on anti-Muslim violence in Myanmar's central town of Meiktila last year after Buddhist extremists threatened to burn down the cinema screened the documentary.
A human rights film festival was forced to cancel screening of a documentary based on anti-Muslim violence in Myanmar's central town of Meiktila last year after Buddhist extremists threatened to burn down the cinema screened the documentary.
Palestine to approach UN to stop Israeli crackdown | ummid.com
Palestine to approach UN to stop Israeli crackdown | ummid.com
The leadership, in a press statement Sunday, said it has made intensive contacts for the convening of an urgent session of the UN Security Council to discuss putting an end to what it described as 'Israel's ongoing brutal offensive' against the Palestinians, Xinhua reported.
The leadership, in a press statement Sunday, said it has made intensive contacts for the convening of an urgent session of the UN Security Council to discuss putting an end to what it described as 'Israel's ongoing brutal offensive' against the Palestinians, Xinhua reported.
DU's St Stephen's College defers FYUP admissions | ummid.com
DU's St Stephen's College defers FYUP admissions | ummid.com
The commission, in a notification, ordered the varsity that admissions for the 2014-15 academic year at the undergraduate level in general degree programmes, including honours programmes, shall be only for the three-year undergraduate programme.
The commission, in a notification, ordered the varsity that admissions for the 2014-15 academic year at the undergraduate level in general degree programmes, including honours programmes, shall be only for the three-year undergraduate programme.
IIT-JEE cracked, poor students now struggle for counselling fee | ummid.com
IIT-JEE cracked, poor students now struggle for counselling fee | ummid.com
Three days after the sons and daughters of a cobbler, daily wage labourers, vendors, security guards, and landless farmers, among others, cracked the highly-competitive exam, their parents are struggling to arrange the required fee.
Three days after the sons and daughters of a cobbler, daily wage labourers, vendors, security guards, and landless farmers, among others, cracked the highly-competitive exam, their parents are struggling to arrange the required fee.
Egypt: Clocks to go back one hour during Ramadan | ummid.com
Egypt: Clocks to go back one hour during Ramadan | ummid.com
Daylight saving time was first adopted in Egypt in 1988 as a way to reduce electricity consumption. The energy ministry later submitted a study to the cabinet showing the move had no impact on energy consumption.
Daylight saving time was first adopted in Egypt in 1988 as a way to reduce electricity consumption. The energy ministry later submitted a study to the cabinet showing the move had no impact on energy consumption.
Modi meets oil, finance ministers; new rate for domestic gas on card | ummid.com
Modi meets oil, finance ministers; new rate for domestic gas on card | ummid.com
An official source told IANS the new government is exploring whether modifications can be made in the implementation of the Rangarajan formula approved by the previous UPA government for pricing of all domestically produced natural gas.
An official source told IANS the new government is exploring whether modifications can be made in the implementation of the Rangarajan formula approved by the previous UPA government for pricing of all domestically produced natural gas.
Gujarat's Rani ki Vav now Unesco World Heritage site | ummid.com
Gujarat's Rani ki Vav now Unesco World Heritage site | ummid.com
"Rani ki Vav has been approved for inscription on the World Heritage list," said a statement of the ministry of culture, adding that the decision was taken by Unesco at the World Heritage Committee session currently on at Doha, Qatar.
"Rani ki Vav has been approved for inscription on the World Heritage list," said a statement of the ministry of culture, adding that the decision was taken by Unesco at the World Heritage Committee session currently on at Doha, Qatar.
Enroll in three-year undergraduate courses in DU: UGC | ummid.com
Enroll in three-year undergraduate courses in DU: UGC | ummid.com
The University Grants Commission (UGC) has urged students taking admission in Delhi University to enroll under the three-year undergraduate programme which was prevalent prior to the introduction of the four-year undergraduate programme (FYUP).
The University Grants Commission (UGC) has urged students taking admission in Delhi University to enroll under the three-year undergraduate programme which was prevalent prior to the introduction of the four-year undergraduate programme (FYUP).
Is Uttar Pradesh slipping out of Akhilesh's hands? | ummid.com
Is Uttar Pradesh slipping out of Akhilesh's hands? | ummid.com
Is Uttar Pradesh slipping out of Akhilesh Yadav's hands? Even as the beseiged 41-year-old chief minister firefights criticism in the aftermath of the Lok Sabha drubbing the Samajwadi Party (SP) received last month, the jury is out on his possible eclipse by his overbearing uncles and demanding father and party chief Mulayam Singh Yadav.
Is Uttar Pradesh slipping out of Akhilesh Yadav's hands? Even as the beseiged 41-year-old chief minister firefights criticism in the aftermath of the Lok Sabha drubbing the Samajwadi Party (SP) received last month, the jury is out on his possible eclipse by his overbearing uncles and demanding father and party chief Mulayam Singh Yadav.
Pre-medical test papers leaked in Ghaziabad, exam postponed | ummid.com
Pre-medical test papers leaked in Ghaziabad, exam postponed | ummid.com
The Uttar Pradesh Combined Pre-Medical Test (UPCPMT) that was scheduled to be held Sunday was postponed after sealed boxes containing question papers of the exam kept in high security locker of two banks here were found breached.
The Uttar Pradesh Combined Pre-Medical Test (UPCPMT) that was scheduled to be held Sunday was postponed after sealed boxes containing question papers of the exam kept in high security locker of two banks here were found breached.
NGO charity dinner to raise funds for 10,000 Indian widows | ummid.com
NGO charity dinner to raise funds for 10,000 Indian widows | ummid.com
The theme of the event organised Saturday evening was 'Justice for Widows - Corporate Social Responsibility' and it targeted the country's corporates to channelise two percent of their profits towards social causes such as empowering widows as per the new Companies Act 2013.
The theme of the event organised Saturday evening was 'Justice for Widows - Corporate Social Responsibility' and it targeted the country's corporates to channelise two percent of their profits towards social causes such as empowering widows as per the new Companies Act 2013.
Saturday, June 21, 2014
When saying 'no' empowered these women | ummid.com
When saying 'no' empowered these women | ummid.com
Things were slightly different for 35-year-old transgender Lakshmi Narayan Tripathi who was sexually abused by a close family member, and was being mocked for her feminine features. But the unconditional support of her family had kept her going all through, till she had the guts to say 'No' to her abuser.
Things were slightly different for 35-year-old transgender Lakshmi Narayan Tripathi who was sexually abused by a close family member, and was being mocked for her feminine features. But the unconditional support of her family had kept her going all through, till she had the guts to say 'No' to her abuser.
Need for institutional framework for appointing governors | ummid.com
Need for institutional framework for appointing governors | ummid.com
While two Governors - B.L.Joshi of Uttar Pradesh and Shekhar Dutt of Chhattisgarh - have resigned, others are resisting the pressure to voluntarily step down. Politically speaking, it has been a practice in India for the ruling party to rest the political left-outs or political baggage at the Raj Bhawans.
While two Governors - B.L.Joshi of Uttar Pradesh and Shekhar Dutt of Chhattisgarh - have resigned, others are resisting the pressure to voluntarily step down. Politically speaking, it has been a practice in India for the ruling party to rest the political left-outs or political baggage at the Raj Bhawans.
Iraq's Sunni Arab elites - In early Modern Period and Now | ummid.com
Iraq's Sunni Arab elites - In early Modern Period and Now | ummid.com
Abbas made the statement to reporters after meeting members of the Arab Journalists Union that held a conference in both Ramallah in the West Bank and in Gaza in solidarity with Jerusalem, Xinhua reported.
Abbas made the statement to reporters after meeting members of the Arab Journalists Union that held a conference in both Ramallah in the West Bank and in Gaza in solidarity with Jerusalem, Xinhua reported.
No proof of Hamas being behind Israeli teens' kidnapping: Abbas | ummid.com
No proof of Hamas being behind Israeli teens' kidnapping: Abbas | ummid.com
Abbas made the statement to reporters after meeting members of the Arab Journalists Union that held a conference in both Ramallah in the West Bank and in Gaza in solidarity with Jerusalem, Xinhua reported.
Abbas made the statement to reporters after meeting members of the Arab Journalists Union that held a conference in both Ramallah in the West Bank and in Gaza in solidarity with Jerusalem, Xinhua reported.
Fire guts Muslim shop in Sri Lanka, probe ordered | ummid.com
Fire guts Muslim shop in Sri Lanka, probe ordered | ummid.com
He said the fire at the "No Limit" clothing store in Panadura, 25 kilometres (16 miles) south of the capital Colombo, was the latest attack against Muslims, who account for about 10 percent of the 20 million population in the mainly-Buddhist country.
He said the fire at the "No Limit" clothing store in Panadura, 25 kilometres (16 miles) south of the capital Colombo, was the latest attack against Muslims, who account for about 10 percent of the 20 million population in the mainly-Buddhist country.
Saudi satellite Sat-4 put into orbit | ummid.com
Saudi satellite Sat-4 put into orbit | ummid.com
King Abdulaziz City for Science and Technology (KACST) announced Friday the successful launch of the 13th Saudi satellite (Saudi Sat-4) carried by the Russian-Ukrainian rocket named Dnepr.
King Abdulaziz City for Science and Technology (KACST) announced Friday the successful launch of the 13th Saudi satellite (Saudi Sat-4) carried by the Russian-Ukrainian rocket named Dnepr.
Govt to launch encephalitis immunization campaign Sunday | ummid.com
Govt to launch encephalitis immunization campaign Sunday | ummid.com
Health Minister Harsh Vardhan Saturday said the central government would provide all possible help to Bihar in controlling a suspected encephalitis outbreak that has claimed the lives of more than 130 children so far.
Health Minister Harsh Vardhan Saturday said the central government would provide all possible help to Bihar in controlling a suspected encephalitis outbreak that has claimed the lives of more than 130 children so far.
Indian student in UAE readies for NASA launch of experiments | ummid.com
Indian student in UAE readies for NASA launch of experiments | ummid.com
Prerna Pai, a seventh grade student in Sharjah, has got two of her experiments approved for launch into space June 26 under NASA's Cubes in Space (CIS) programme for budding young scientists, Gulf News reported Friday.
Prerna Pai, a seventh grade student in Sharjah, has got two of her experiments approved for launch into space June 26 under NASA's Cubes in Space (CIS) programme for budding young scientists, Gulf News reported Friday.
Samajwadi, BJP workers clash in Lucknow over railway fare hike | ummid.com
Samajwadi, BJP workers clash in Lucknow over railway fare hike | ummid.com
The incident took place outside the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) state headquarters, when hundreds of Samajwadi Party workers started protesting against the railway fare hike effected late Friday by the BJP-led union government.
The incident took place outside the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) state headquarters, when hundreds of Samajwadi Party workers started protesting against the railway fare hike effected late Friday by the BJP-led union government.
Palestinian leaders urge India to join 'Boycott Israel' campaign | ummid.com
Palestinian leaders urge India to join 'Boycott Israel' campaign | ummid.com
The grand mufti and the parliamentarian along with Palestine's Ambassador to India Adli Shaban Hassan Sadeq and Sudan's Ambassador to India Hassan E. El Talib were here to address a public meeting in support of the Palestinian cause organised by the Indo-Arab League.
The grand mufti and the parliamentarian along with Palestine's Ambassador to India Adli Shaban Hassan Sadeq and Sudan's Ambassador to India Hassan E. El Talib were here to address a public meeting in support of the Palestinian cause organised by the Indo-Arab League.
DU students injured during protest over four-year programme | ummid.com
DU students injured during protest over four-year programme | ummid.com
A protest by students against Delhi University's four-year undergraduate programme (FYUP) turned ugly Saturday with many students getting injured when police used water cannons against them.
A protest by students against Delhi University's four-year undergraduate programme (FYUP) turned ugly Saturday with many students getting injured when police used water cannons against them.
Mumbaikars hit by steep hike in suburban train fares | ummid.com
Mumbaikars hit by steep hike in suburban train fares | ummid.com
The hike was condemned by various political parties and organisations dependent on the city's lifeline, the suburban railways, like the eight million local commuters and of course, the famous dabbawalas.
The hike was condemned by various political parties and organisations dependent on the city's lifeline, the suburban railways, like the eight million local commuters and of course, the famous dabbawalas.
Hindustan Zinc to build 30,000 toilets in rural Rajasthan | ummid.com
Hindustan Zinc to build 30,000 toilets in rural Rajasthan | ummid.com
"This project has been undertaken by Hindustan Zinc to provide clean and hygienic household toilets to below poverty line (BPL) families and discourage and eventually eliminate the open defecation practice in villages," the company's corporate communication head Pavan Kaushik said in a statement.
"This project has been undertaken by Hindustan Zinc to provide clean and hygienic household toilets to below poverty line (BPL) families and discourage and eventually eliminate the open defecation practice in villages," the company's corporate communication head Pavan Kaushik said in a statement.
Friday, June 20, 2014
UP Polytechnic entrance Exam 2014 JEECUP results announced | ummid.com
UP Polytechnic entrance Exam 2014 JEECUP results announced | ummid.com
Joint Entrance Examination council of Uttar Pradesh (JEECUP) Thursday announced the results of UP Polytechnic entrance Exam which is now available online on the official website www.jeecup.org.
Joint Entrance Examination council of Uttar Pradesh (JEECUP) Thursday announced the results of UP Polytechnic entrance Exam which is now available online on the official website www.jeecup.org.
US lawmakers want Modi to address US Congress | ummid.com
US lawmakers want Modi to address US Congress | ummid.com
A suggestion to invite Modi to address a joint session of the House and Senate during his trip has gone to House Speaker John Boehner from Ed Royce, Republican chairman of the House of Representatives Foreign Affairs Committee.
A suggestion to invite Modi to address a joint session of the House and Senate during his trip has gone to House Speaker John Boehner from Ed Royce, Republican chairman of the House of Representatives Foreign Affairs Committee.
Monica Gill from US is Miss India Worldwide 2014 | ummid.com
Monica Gill from US is Miss India Worldwide 2014 | ummid.com
More than 40 contestants of Indian origin settled in various countries across the globe between the age of 17 years and 27 years, unmarried and citizens, residents, or born in the country they represent, participated in the Miss India Worldwide pageant.
More than 40 contestants of Indian origin settled in various countries across the globe between the age of 17 years and 27 years, unmarried and citizens, residents, or born in the country they represent, participated in the Miss India Worldwide pageant.
Saudi student stabbed to death on Essex footpath 'targeted for Muslim dress' | ummid.com
Saudi student stabbed to death on Essex footpath 'targeted for Muslim dress' | ummid.com
As officers continued to question the man in connection with the murder, detectives refused to rule out a connection between the university attack and the killing of James Attfield, 33, who was stabbed more than 100 times in nearby Colchester Castle park in March. The woman's body is expected to arrive in Al-Jouf on Saturday.
As officers continued to question the man in connection with the murder, detectives refused to rule out a connection between the university attack and the killing of James Attfield, 33, who was stabbed more than 100 times in nearby Colchester Castle park in March. The woman's body is expected to arrive in Al-Jouf on Saturday.
14-year-old son of a farmer cracks IIT JEE Advanced | ummid.com
14-year-old son of a farmer cracks IIT JEE Advanced | ummid.com
Shivanand, the son of a farmer, passed his class 12 exam this year with 93.4 percent, and got special permission to sit for the Indian Institute of Technology-Joint Entrance Examination (IIT JEE), the results of which were declared Thursday.
Shivanand, the son of a farmer, passed his class 12 exam this year with 93.4 percent, and got special permission to sit for the Indian Institute of Technology-Joint Entrance Examination (IIT JEE), the results of which were declared Thursday.
Trinamool seeks exemplary punishment for Madhya Pradesh rape | ummid.com
Trinamool seeks exemplary punishment for Madhya Pradesh rape | ummid.com
A five-member delegation of Trinamool MPs led by Rajya Sabha member Sukhendu Shekhar Roy visited Bhilai Kheda village in Khandwa district Wednesday where the mother of four was allegedly gang-raped, paraded naked and forced to drink urine by 10 men including her husband.
A five-member delegation of Trinamool MPs led by Rajya Sabha member Sukhendu Shekhar Roy visited Bhilai Kheda village in Khandwa district Wednesday where the mother of four was allegedly gang-raped, paraded naked and forced to drink urine by 10 men including her husband.
Nearly 300 from Punjab, Haryana stuck in Iraq | ummid.com
Nearly 300 from Punjab, Haryana stuck in Iraq | ummid.com
Those in the middle of war-like situation in Iraq, a few youths from Punjab working there, called up the control room set up by the state government here and gave details of their locations where they are stuck.
Those in the middle of war-like situation in Iraq, a few youths from Punjab working there, called up the control room set up by the state government here and gave details of their locations where they are stuck.
Shiv Sena unveils plan to develop, beautify Mumbai | ummid.com
Shiv Sena unveils plan to develop, beautify Mumbai | ummid.com
Unveiling the party's ambitious development agenda, Thackeray said that many of the projects can be easily implemented if the excess lands with the Mumbai Port Trust and other agencies are released.
Unveiling the party's ambitious development agenda, Thackeray said that many of the projects can be easily implemented if the excess lands with the Mumbai Port Trust and other agencies are released.
SC expresses concern over student politics breeding criminals | ummid.com
SC expresses concern over student politics breeding criminals | ummid.com
On June 13, 2014, a bench of Justice Jagdish Singh Khehar and Justice C. Nagappan, in another matter relating to another ABVP leader in the same varsity, Bhuvaneshwar, had taken exception to campus violence and expressed concern over the growing criminality in student politics.
On June 13, 2014, a bench of Justice Jagdish Singh Khehar and Justice C. Nagappan, in another matter relating to another ABVP leader in the same varsity, Bhuvaneshwar, had taken exception to campus violence and expressed concern over the growing criminality in student politics.
RJD, JD-U, CPI-M slam government over railway fare hike | ummid.com
RJD, JD-U, CPI-M slam government over railway fare hike | ummid.com
Janata Dal-United leader and former Bihar chief minister Nitish Kumar, who also served as railway minister in the Atal Bihari Vajpayee-led NDA government, said: "This is no ordinary hike, this is a huge hike. They (the government) are setting a wrong precedent by hiking fare when parliament session is coming."
Janata Dal-United leader and former Bihar chief minister Nitish Kumar, who also served as railway minister in the Atal Bihari Vajpayee-led NDA government, said: "This is no ordinary hike, this is a huge hike. They (the government) are setting a wrong precedent by hiking fare when parliament session is coming."
Railway passenger fares in all classes up by 14.2 percent | ummid.com
Railway passenger fares in all classes up by 14.2 percent | ummid.com
Second class monthly season ticket (MST) fares of suburban and non-suburban trains will be charged on the basis of 30 single journeys instead of approximately 15 single journeys. Fares of first class monthly Season Tickets will be charged at four times the second class MST fares as is done presently.
Second class monthly season ticket (MST) fares of suburban and non-suburban trains will be charged on the basis of 30 single journeys instead of approximately 15 single journeys. Fares of first class monthly Season Tickets will be charged at four times the second class MST fares as is done presently.
Speculations on first day of Ramadan without sighting of the moon flayed | ummid.com
Speculations on first day of Ramadan without sighting of the moon flayed | ummid.com
Even as wild speculations over the first day of the Holy month of Ramadan are on, especially in the Arab media, scholars and experts Friday said such announcements before sighting of the new moon were superfluous and were aimed at creating confusion.
Even as wild speculations over the first day of the Holy month of Ramadan are on, especially in the Arab media, scholars and experts Friday said such announcements before sighting of the new moon were superfluous and were aimed at creating confusion.
Campa Cola Society: Demolition squad, police beat retreat | ummid.com
Campa Cola Society: Demolition squad, police beat retreat | ummid.com
The dozen-strong civic demolition squad, in an attempt to force the residents to vacate the illegal flats, had earlier declared that they would cut off water and power supply before proceeding with the demolition.
The dozen-strong civic demolition squad, in an attempt to force the residents to vacate the illegal flats, had earlier declared that they would cut off water and power supply before proceeding with the demolition.
Maharashtra police bias, bystanders during riots: Minorities Commission chief | ummid.com
Maharashtra police bias, bystanders during riots: Minorities Commission chief | ummid.com
Maharashtra police was bias, sided with rioters and did not take action against the Hindu extremists who created havoc and attacked Muslims and their properties after the objectionable contents were posed on some social networking sites, State Minorities Commission chairman Munaf Hakim said in a report submitted to the government.
Maharashtra police was bias, sided with rioters and did not take action against the Hindu extremists who created havoc and attacked Muslims and their properties after the objectionable contents were posed on some social networking sites, State Minorities Commission chairman Munaf Hakim said in a report submitted to the government.
Prime Minister Modi must re-engage, shape historic changes in West Asia | ummid.com
Prime Minister Modi must re-engage, shape historic changes in West Asia | ummid.com
As leader of the non-aligned and the Afro-Asian bloc, Nehru was more equal than others, even above Gamal Abdel Nasser. The grouping consisted of 52 Muslim countries too. In all of these Nehru and India were respected a notch above the rest - Indian civilization trumped religious differences.
As leader of the non-aligned and the Afro-Asian bloc, Nehru was more equal than others, even above Gamal Abdel Nasser. The grouping consisted of 52 Muslim countries too. In all of these Nehru and India were respected a notch above the rest - Indian civilization trumped religious differences.
Mumbai cop's debut thriller narrates other side of story | ummid.com
Mumbai cop's debut thriller narrates other side of story | ummid.com
For someone who has been "always on duty" and pressed against "deadlines", taking out time to write "Quantum Siege" (Blue Salt, Rs. 250) came pretty easily. As Additional Commissioner of Police (North) Brijesh Singh puts it, "once I started writing the story, it took off on its own".
For someone who has been "always on duty" and pressed against "deadlines", taking out time to write "Quantum Siege" (Blue Salt, Rs. 250) came pretty easily. As Additional Commissioner of Police (North) Brijesh Singh puts it, "once I started writing the story, it took off on its own".
Thursday, June 19, 2014
US steps into Iraq, but no boots on the ground | ummid.com
US steps into Iraq, but no boots on the ground | ummid.com
Under pressure to come to the aid of the embattled Iraq government, Obama announced Thursday he was sending advisers to Iraq to "assess how we can best train, advise and support Iraqi security forces" in dealing with Islamic State in Iraq and Syria (ISIS) militants.
Under pressure to come to the aid of the embattled Iraq government, Obama announced Thursday he was sending advisers to Iraq to "assess how we can best train, advise and support Iraqi security forces" in dealing with Islamic State in Iraq and Syria (ISIS) militants.
Tension in old Lucknow after sectarian clashes over Iraq situation | ummid.com
Tension in old Lucknow after sectarian clashes over Iraq situation | ummid.com
The clashes occurred at the city's Sadatganj area when a group was praying and protesting against innocent people's killings in Iraq. A cleric had given a call to hold prayers for bringing an end to the violence in the west Asian country.
The clashes occurred at the city's Sadatganj area when a group was praying and protesting against innocent people's killings in Iraq. A cleric had given a call to hold prayers for bringing an end to the violence in the west Asian country.
Sunnis in Iraq caught between violent government and extremists | ummid.com
Sunnis in Iraq caught between violent government and extremists | ummid.com
Sunnis in Iraq fear reprisals against them by the Iraqi government and army, says Sabri, who is himself a member of the Sunni-dominated Iraqi Islamic Party. The Sunni community, he says, has been politically marginalized by the government of Prime Minister Nouri al-Maliki.
Sunnis in Iraq fear reprisals against them by the Iraqi government and army, says Sabri, who is himself a member of the Sunni-dominated Iraqi Islamic Party. The Sunni community, he says, has been politically marginalized by the government of Prime Minister Nouri al-Maliki.
Christian couple hacked to death, daughter's eye gouged out in Bengal | ummid.com
Christian couple hacked to death, daughter's eye gouged out in Bengal | ummid.com
The incident at the Geetdubling slum in remote Budhwar area, about two hours drive from Kalimpong town, Tuesday-Wednesday midnight, has left the young girl fighting in a serious condition first at Kalimpong Hospital, and now at north Bengal Medical College and Hospital.
The incident at the Geetdubling slum in remote Budhwar area, about two hours drive from Kalimpong town, Tuesday-Wednesday midnight, has left the young girl fighting in a serious condition first at Kalimpong Hospital, and now at north Bengal Medical College and Hospital.
Turkey's top preacher clinches contract worth 600,000 liras for Ramadan TV show | ummid.com
Turkey's top preacher clinches contract worth 600,000 liras for Ramadan TV show | ummid.com
A handful of Islamic preachers in Turkey will earn more than a million Turkish Liras with their special shows on Turkish TV screens throughout Ramadan this year, which will start June last week, Turkey's leading news source, HurriyetDailyNews, reported Tuesday.
A handful of Islamic preachers in Turkey will earn more than a million Turkish Liras with their special shows on Turkish TV screens throughout Ramadan this year, which will start June last week, Turkey's leading news source, HurriyetDailyNews, reported Tuesday.
UAE concerned about instability in Arab, Muslim countries | ummid.com
UAE concerned about instability in Arab, Muslim countries | ummid.com
It has been working harder to spread the culture of moderation, tolerance, spirit of love and peace, the minister said, adding that the UAE exerted efforts to fight terrorism, extremism and religious intolerance and excessive hatred.
It has been working harder to spread the culture of moderation, tolerance, spirit of love and peace, the minister said, adding that the UAE exerted efforts to fight terrorism, extremism and religious intolerance and excessive hatred.
Abducted Indians in Iraq safe, efforts on to free them | ummid.com
Abducted Indians in Iraq safe, efforts on to free them | ummid.com
Kerala Chief Minister Oommen Chandy Thursday asked Prime Minister Narendra Modi to ensure that all steps are taken for the safe return of all Keralites, including 46 nurses from the state in the Tikrit town, in the wake of the violence in Iraq.
Kerala Chief Minister Oommen Chandy Thursday asked Prime Minister Narendra Modi to ensure that all steps are taken for the safe return of all Keralites, including 46 nurses from the state in the Tikrit town, in the wake of the violence in Iraq.
NDMA members resign; NCW, NCPCR chiefs asked to go | ummid.com
NDMA members resign; NCW, NCPCR chiefs asked to go | ummid.com
The vice chairman and members of the disaster management panel resigned Thursday after the central government asked them to while the chiefs of the national women's panel and child rights panel have also been asked to quit, said informed sources.
The vice chairman and members of the disaster management panel resigned Thursday after the central government asked them to while the chiefs of the national women's panel and child rights panel have also been asked to quit, said informed sources.
Saudi ban on foreigners leading Ramadan prayers lifted | ummid.com
Saudi ban on foreigners leading Ramadan prayers lifted | ummid.com
Salman Al-Atawi, spokesman for the ministry in Tabuk, said the ministry has decided to allow expatriates to lead prayers during Ramadan on condition that they are employees of the Charitable Society for the Memorization of the Holy Qur'an, according to Arab News.
Salman Al-Atawi, spokesman for the ministry in Tabuk, said the ministry has decided to allow expatriates to lead prayers during Ramadan on condition that they are employees of the Charitable Society for the Memorization of the Holy Qur'an, according to Arab News.
Security tightened in Sri Lanka ahead of protests by Muslims | ummid.com
Security tightened in Sri Lanka ahead of protests by Muslims | ummid.com
Residents of Aluthgama and Beruwela say that the riots were too synchronised, and too organised to have been a random one. The police and the army have been criticised for not containing the rioters, who continued to attack and burn long after the curfew was imposed.
Residents of Aluthgama and Beruwela say that the riots were too synchronised, and too organised to have been a random one. The police and the army have been criticised for not containing the rioters, who continued to attack and burn long after the curfew was imposed.
Cobbler, labourers' sons crack IIT exam with Super 30's help | ummid.com
Cobbler, labourers' sons crack IIT exam with Super 30's help | ummid.com
The sons and daughters of a cobbler, daily wage labourers and a landless farmer, among others, have cracked the highly-competitive IIT-JEE exam this year thanks to a free coaching centre for underprivileged students in Bihar.
The sons and daughters of a cobbler, daily wage labourers and a landless farmer, among others, have cracked the highly-competitive IIT-JEE exam this year thanks to a free coaching centre for underprivileged students in Bihar.
Project Islamic countries as homogenous force: Morocco | ummid.com
Project Islamic countries as homogenous force: Morocco | ummid.com
The Moroccan official, who was also speaking on behalf of the OIC's Arab group, also sought a pragmatic approach to implement decisions adopted by the pan-Islamic organisation, the Moroccan news agency Maghreb Arab Press (MAP) reported.
The Moroccan official, who was also speaking on behalf of the OIC's Arab group, also sought a pragmatic approach to implement decisions adopted by the pan-Islamic organisation, the Moroccan news agency Maghreb Arab Press (MAP) reported.
NHRC notice to Bihar over shortage of schools | ummid.com
NHRC notice to Bihar over shortage of schools | ummid.com
Taking suo motu cognizance of a media report that there was an acute shortage of elementary and middle-level schools in Bihar, the National Human Rights Commission Thursday sent notice to the state government.
Taking suo motu cognizance of a media report that there was an acute shortage of elementary and middle-level schools in Bihar, the National Human Rights Commission Thursday sent notice to the state government.
Chitraang Murdia of Rajasthan tops IIT JEE advance exams | ummid.com
Chitraang Murdia of Rajasthan tops IIT JEE advance exams | ummid.com
The rank in the examination can also be used to secure admission to the Rajiv Gandhi Institute of Petroleum Technology, Rae Bareli; Indian Institutes of Science Education and Research (IISER) Pune; Indian Institute of Space Science and Technology, Thiruvananthapuram and Indian Institute of Science, Bangalore.
The rank in the examination can also be used to secure admission to the Rajiv Gandhi Institute of Petroleum Technology, Rae Bareli; Indian Institutes of Science Education and Research (IISER) Pune; Indian Institute of Space Science and Technology, Thiruvananthapuram and Indian Institute of Science, Bangalore.
13 students of Rehmani 30 crack IIT JEE Advanced | ummid.com
13 students of Rehmani 30 crack IIT JEE Advanced | ummid.com
A total of 13 students of Rehmani - 30, a Patna based NGO established for poor Muslim students in line with Bihar's Super - 30 have cleared the IIT JEE Advanced 2014 results of which were declared today morning.
A total of 13 students of Rehmani - 30, a Patna based NGO established for poor Muslim students in line with Bihar's Super - 30 have cleared the IIT JEE Advanced 2014 results of which were declared today morning.
AMU's JN Medical College among top 15 medical colleges of India | ummid.com
AMU's JN Medical College among top 15 medical colleges of India | ummid.com
The Jawaharlal Nehru Medical College (JNMC) of Aligarh Muslim University (AMU) is among top colleges of India and is ranked 15 whereas the faculty of law is at number six, according to the latest ranking released by the India Today-Nielsen Ranking of Best Medical Colleges of India-2014 Wednesday.
The Jawaharlal Nehru Medical College (JNMC) of Aligarh Muslim University (AMU) is among top colleges of India and is ranked 15 whereas the faculty of law is at number six, according to the latest ranking released by the India Today-Nielsen Ranking of Best Medical Colleges of India-2014 Wednesday.
SC to hear plea against Lt. Gen. Suhag being named army chief | ummid.com
SC to hear plea against Lt. Gen. Suhag being named army chief | ummid.com
An apex court bench headed by Justice Vikramajit Sen directed that the plea of Lt. Gen. Ravi Dastane challenging the appointment of Lt. Gen. Suhag as the head of the Eastern Command, which made him eligible for the army chief's post, be heard next month.
An apex court bench headed by Justice Vikramajit Sen directed that the plea of Lt. Gen. Ravi Dastane challenging the appointment of Lt. Gen. Suhag as the head of the Eastern Command, which made him eligible for the army chief's post, be heard next month.
Robotic prosthetic limbs make life easier for amputees | ummid.com
Robotic prosthetic limbs make life easier for amputees | ummid.com
Take the case of 20-year-old Fredrick Verghese, a double hand amputee. He was miserable even after prosthetic hands were fixed to his elbow joints after he lost both his arms in a train mishap. Every time he felt thirsty or wanted to do any chores, a family member or a friend had to be around to provide him the help he needed.
Take the case of 20-year-old Fredrick Verghese, a double hand amputee. He was miserable even after prosthetic hands were fixed to his elbow joints after he lost both his arms in a train mishap. Every time he felt thirsty or wanted to do any chores, a family member or a friend had to be around to provide him the help he needed.
Google Play stares at serious security breach: Study | ummid.com
Google Play stares at serious security breach: Study | ummid.com
To unlock this, researchers developed PlayDrone, a tool that uses various hacking techniques to circumvent Google security to successfully download Google Play apps and recover their sources.
To unlock this, researchers developed PlayDrone, a tool that uses various hacking techniques to circumvent Google security to successfully download Google Play apps and recover their sources.
Iraq seeks US support 'to break the morale' of ISIL fighters | ummid.com
Iraq seeks US support 'to break the morale' of ISIL fighters | ummid.com
Also on Wednesday, Iraqi government forces claimed to have repelled an attack by rebels on the country's largest oil refinery at Baiji, about 250km north of Baghdad, according to Qassim al-Moussawi, the chief military spokesman.
Also on Wednesday, Iraqi government forces claimed to have repelled an attack by rebels on the country's largest oil refinery at Baiji, about 250km north of Baghdad, according to Qassim al-Moussawi, the chief military spokesman.
Appointment of top official in PMO cancelled in six days | ummid.com
Appointment of top official in PMO cancelled in six days | ummid.com
The Appointments Committee of the cabinet Wednesday approved the cancellation of order of appointment of Rajiv Nayan Choubey as additional secretary, Prime Minister's Office (PMO), less than a week after he was appointed to the post.
The Appointments Committee of the cabinet Wednesday approved the cancellation of order of appointment of Rajiv Nayan Choubey as additional secretary, Prime Minister's Office (PMO), less than a week after he was appointed to the post.
Wednesday, June 18, 2014
IIT JEE Advanced 2014 results declared; available online | ummid.com
IIT JEE Advanced 2014 results declared; available online | ummid.com
The results of IIT JEE Advanced 2014 - the tough entrance exam which enables students for admission to India's premiuim engineering institutes, have been declared and are now available online on the JEE (Advanced) website (www.jeeadv.iitd.ac.in).
The results of IIT JEE Advanced 2014 - the tough entrance exam which enables students for admission to India's premiuim engineering institutes, have been declared and are now available online on the JEE (Advanced) website (www.jeeadv.iitd.ac.in).
Indian plant scientist Sanjaya Rajaram wins World Food Prize | ummid.com
Indian plant scientist Sanjaya Rajaram wins World Food Prize | ummid.com
Rajaram, who is now settled in Mexico, is credited with increasing world wheat production by more than 200 million tons in the years following the Green Revolution, which has had a far-reaching impact in alleviating world hunger.
Rajaram, who is now settled in Mexico, is credited with increasing world wheat production by more than 200 million tons in the years following the Green Revolution, which has had a far-reaching impact in alleviating world hunger.
2014 IIT JEE-Advanced results to be declared Thursday June 19 | ummid.com
2014 IIT JEE-Advanced results to be declared Thursday June 19 | ummid.com
IIT JEE Advanced results are to be announced Thursday on June 19, as per an official notification on the website. As per the available official information, the candidates will need to insert their roll number in the given window on the JEE (Advanced) website (www.jeeadv.iitd.ac.in) to access the result.
IIT JEE Advanced results are to be announced Thursday on June 19, as per an official notification on the website. As per the available official information, the candidates will need to insert their roll number in the given window on the JEE (Advanced) website (www.jeeadv.iitd.ac.in) to access the result.
Let us first discuss what it means to be British today: UK Muslims | ummid.com
Let us first discuss what it means to be British today: UK Muslims | ummid.com
Talha Ahmad, chair of the membership committee at the MCB, said that – if Cameron was indeed specifically addressing Muslims – then his comments are "dangerous" as they reinforce an 'us-and-them' mentality.
Talha Ahmad, chair of the membership committee at the MCB, said that – if Cameron was indeed specifically addressing Muslims – then his comments are "dangerous" as they reinforce an 'us-and-them' mentality.
Railways freight revenue increases by 7.05 percent | ummid.com
Railways freight revenue increases by 7.05 percent | ummid.com
The Indian Railways Wednesday reported an increase of 7.05 percent in revenues at Rs.16,405.26 crore from ferrying 180.63 million tonnes of different commodities during April-May 2014.
The Indian Railways Wednesday reported an increase of 7.05 percent in revenues at Rs.16,405.26 crore from ferrying 180.63 million tonnes of different commodities during April-May 2014.
RIL to begin 4G service in 2015; plans $30 bn investment | ummid.com
RIL to begin 4G service in 2015; plans $30 bn investment | ummid.com
Addressing shareholders at the RIL's 40th Annual General Meeting, Ambani said the company has outlined expansion strategy across the businesses and aims to become a Fortune 50 firm in the next 2-3 years. RIL is currently ranked 135th on the Fortune 500 list of global companies.
Addressing shareholders at the RIL's 40th Annual General Meeting, Ambani said the company has outlined expansion strategy across the businesses and aims to become a Fortune 50 firm in the next 2-3 years. RIL is currently ranked 135th on the Fortune 500 list of global companies.
India's Abu Gharibs | ummid.com
India's Abu Gharibs | ummid.com
The custodial torture and death in Wadala Police Station is the latest to draw attention to the endemic practice of police torture
The government machinery is doing its job in the manner it likes to do. It has ordered a departmental enquiry against 12 policemen whose names have constantly appeared in the complaints. And the state CID is investigating into custodial death.
The custodial torture and death in Wadala Police Station is the latest to draw attention to the endemic practice of police torture
The government machinery is doing its job in the manner it likes to do. It has ordered a departmental enquiry against 12 policemen whose names have constantly appeared in the complaints. And the state CID is investigating into custodial death.
India's Abu Gharibs | ummid.com
India's Abu Gharibs | ummid.com
The custodial torture and death in Wadala Police Station is the latest to draw attention to the endemic practice of police torture
The government machinery is doing its job in the manner it likes to do. It has ordered a departmental enquiry against 12 policemen whose names have constantly appeared in the complaints. And the state CID is investigating into custodial death.
The custodial torture and death in Wadala Police Station is the latest to draw attention to the endemic practice of police torture
The government machinery is doing its job in the manner it likes to do. It has ordered a departmental enquiry against 12 policemen whose names have constantly appeared in the complaints. And the state CID is investigating into custodial death.
40 Indians abducted in violence-hit Iraq, no information on whereabouts | ummid.com
40 Indians abducted in violence-hit Iraq, no information on whereabouts | ummid.com
Earlier media reports blamed the abduction on the Sunni insurgents of the Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) who have seized the cities of Mosul and Tikrit and are advancing menacingly towards capital Baghdad.
Earlier media reports blamed the abduction on the Sunni insurgents of the Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) who have seized the cities of Mosul and Tikrit and are advancing menacingly towards capital Baghdad.
Muslims and Modi: Need of change in thinking | ummid.com
Muslims and Modi: Need of change in thinking | ummid.com
The Jamiat Ulema-e-Hind, a nationalist Muslim organization that has always talked of inclusion, has decided it will stop attacking the new prime minister over the past though it will continue to fight the cases against victims of the Gujarat riots in courts. This is a welcome decision.
The Jamiat Ulema-e-Hind, a nationalist Muslim organization that has always talked of inclusion, has decided it will stop attacking the new prime minister over the past though it will continue to fight the cases against victims of the Gujarat riots in courts. This is a welcome decision.
Parents of boy with rare disease to meet Harsh Vardhan | ummid.com
Parents of boy with rare disease to meet Harsh Vardhan | ummid.com
Besides palliative care, enzyme replacement therapy (ERT) through intravenous injections of the deficient enzyme - implicated in Hunter syndrome - is the only form of treatment for this disease. The enzymes are manufactured by an American company.
Besides palliative care, enzyme replacement therapy (ERT) through intravenous injections of the deficient enzyme - implicated in Hunter syndrome - is the only form of treatment for this disease. The enzymes are manufactured by an American company.
Tuesday, June 17, 2014
Buddhist attack on Muslims leaves over 3,500 homeless in Sri Lanka | ummid.com
Buddhist attack on Muslims leaves over 3,500 homeless in Sri Lanka | ummid.com
More deadly violence flared in Alutgama, the vibrant tourist beach destination in Western Sri Lanka where Buddhist hardliners set shops and homes alight for a second night running in defiance of a curfew, police and residents said on Tuesday.
More deadly violence flared in Alutgama, the vibrant tourist beach destination in Western Sri Lanka where Buddhist hardliners set shops and homes alight for a second night running in defiance of a curfew, police and residents said on Tuesday.
Govt to set up Equal Opportunity Commission soon: Dr Najma Heptullah | ummid.com
Govt to set up Equal Opportunity Commission soon: Dr Najma Heptullah | ummid.com
Union Minority Affairs Minister Dr Najma Heptuallah while meeting the UK High Commissioner to India Sir James Bevan Monday said the centre is planning to set up Equal Opportunities Commission – an initiative the BJP had opposed when in opposition.
Union Minority Affairs Minister Dr Najma Heptuallah while meeting the UK High Commissioner to India Sir James Bevan Monday said the centre is planning to set up Equal Opportunities Commission – an initiative the BJP had opposed when in opposition.
UP governor quits; BJP, Congress in row over gubernatorial changes | ummid.com
UP governor quits; BJP, Congress in row over gubernatorial changes | ummid.com
Uttar Pradesh Governor B.L. Joshi resigned Tuesday, as the Narendra Modi government's apparent move to nudge some UPA-appointed governors to step down turned into a political confrontation, with the Congress terming the move "dictatorial" and "political vendetta".
Uttar Pradesh Governor B.L. Joshi resigned Tuesday, as the Narendra Modi government's apparent move to nudge some UPA-appointed governors to step down turned into a political confrontation, with the Congress terming the move "dictatorial" and "political vendetta".
Iraq violence: Indians' evacuation from Mosul, Tikrit possible | ummid.com
Iraq violence: Indians' evacuation from Mosul, Tikrit possible | ummid.com
On Tuesday, Baquba - capital of Diyala province, 60 km from Baghdad - saw Sunni militants of the Islamic State in Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) take control of several districts before government troops and allied Shia militia regained control, according to reports.
On Tuesday, Baquba - capital of Diyala province, 60 km from Baghdad - saw Sunni militants of the Islamic State in Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) take control of several districts before government troops and allied Shia militia regained control, according to reports.
CBI registers case in Gopinath Munde's death | ummid.com
CBI registers case in Gopinath Munde's death | ummid.com
The Central Bureau of Investigation registered the case under Sections 279 (rash driving) and 304 A (causing death by negligence) of the Indian Penal Code against "unknown persons" relating to Munde's death in the accident here.
The Central Bureau of Investigation registered the case under Sections 279 (rash driving) and 304 A (causing death by negligence) of the Indian Penal Code against "unknown persons" relating to Munde's death in the accident here.
Cellphone control: Device prevents drivers, not passengers, from using mobile | ummid.com
Cellphone control: Device prevents drivers, not passengers, from using mobile | ummid.com
"The distraction can come in different forms," Shabbeer told IANS on phone. "The driver may take his eyes off the road and his hands off the wheel while reaching for the cellphone, or his mind off the road (cognitive distraction) while speaking on the phone."
"The distraction can come in different forms," Shabbeer told IANS on phone. "The driver may take his eyes off the road and his hands off the wheel while reaching for the cellphone, or his mind off the road (cognitive distraction) while speaking on the phone."
Will my valley remain green? Many Kashmiris wonder | ummid.com
Will my valley remain green? Many Kashmiris wonder | ummid.com
South Kashmir's Anantnag district is known as the rice bowl of the Valley and rice is the staple diet of the locals. Large agricultural land holdings were done away with through the landmark land-to-tiller laws passed by the first government of the state after independence in 1947.
South Kashmir's Anantnag district is known as the rice bowl of the Valley and rice is the staple diet of the locals. Large agricultural land holdings were done away with through the landmark land-to-tiller laws passed by the first government of the state after independence in 1947.
Anees Bazmee felt like king in own village | ummid.com
Anees Bazmee felt like king in own village | ummid.com
Bazmee started his career in Bollywood as a dialogue writer in 1988 and then proceeded to script blockbusters such as "Swarg", "Aankhen" and "Raja Babu" before turning into a full-fledged director with "Hulchal" in 1995.
Bazmee started his career in Bollywood as a dialogue writer in 1988 and then proceeded to script blockbusters such as "Swarg", "Aankhen" and "Raja Babu" before turning into a full-fledged director with "Hulchal" in 1995.
'Smart' eye-embedded device can manage glaucoma better | ummid.com
'Smart' eye-embedded device can manage glaucoma better | ummid.com
"If you can fit this sensor into an intraocular lens implant during cataract surgery, it will not require any further surgery for patients," said Karl Bohringer, professor of electrical engineering and bioengineering at University of Washington.
"If you can fit this sensor into an intraocular lens implant during cataract surgery, it will not require any further surgery for patients," said Karl Bohringer, professor of electrical engineering and bioengineering at University of Washington.
Monday, June 16, 2014
Act against Buddhists involved in Muslim killing: United Nations | ummid.com
Act against Buddhists involved in Muslim killing: United Nations | ummid.com
UN human rights chief Navi Pillay Monday expressed concern that the religious riots could spread to other areas of Sri Lanka and demanded that Colombo immediately bring the perpetrators of attacks to justice.
UN human rights chief Navi Pillay Monday expressed concern that the religious riots could spread to other areas of Sri Lanka and demanded that Colombo immediately bring the perpetrators of attacks to justice.
Sikhs for Justice opposes immunity to Manmohan Singh | ummid.com
Sikhs for Justice opposes immunity to Manmohan Singh | ummid.com
The US Department of Justice in a May 2 submission asked the Washington federal court "to recognize Prime Minister Singh's immunity from this suit while in office" as determined by the US government.
The US Department of Justice in a May 2 submission asked the Washington federal court "to recognize Prime Minister Singh's immunity from this suit while in office" as determined by the US government.
Maharashtra board declares 2014 SSC Class X results today at 01 PM | ummid.com
Maharashtra board declares 2014 SSC Class X results today at 01 PM | ummid.com
The Maharashtra State Board of Secondary and Higher Secondary Education (MSBSHSE) is all set to declare SSC (class 10 or class X) results today in the afternoon at 01:00. The results will be online exactly at the scheduled time and students can have access to their scorecards by entering their exam seat numbers in the space provided for the purpose.
The Maharashtra State Board of Secondary and Higher Secondary Education (MSBSHSE) is all set to declare SSC (class 10 or class X) results today in the afternoon at 01:00. The results will be online exactly at the scheduled time and students can have access to their scorecards by entering their exam seat numbers in the space provided for the purpose.
Researchers find way to hasten heart cells' regeneration | ummid.com
Researchers find way to hasten heart cells' regeneration | ummid.com
The system involves modification of the genes of fibroblasts, a type of cells that play a very important role in healing and the production of collagen, a structural protein of the various connective tissues in animals, into cardiac muscles.
The system involves modification of the genes of fibroblasts, a type of cells that play a very important role in healing and the production of collagen, a structural protein of the various connective tissues in animals, into cardiac muscles.
Centre concerned over law and order in UP, says Rajnath | ummid.com
Centre concerned over law and order in UP, says Rajnath | ummid.com
Amid a spate of cases of violence against women and political leaders in Uttar Pradesh, union Home Minister Rajnath Singh Monday said the central government was concerned over the situation in the state.
Amid a spate of cases of violence against women and political leaders in Uttar Pradesh, union Home Minister Rajnath Singh Monday said the central government was concerned over the situation in the state.
Centre concerned over law and order in UP, says Rajnath | ummid.com
Centre concerned over law and order in UP, says Rajnath | ummid.com
Amid a spate of cases of violence against women and political leaders in Uttar Pradesh, union Home Minister Rajnath Singh Monday said the central government was concerned over the situation in the state.
Amid a spate of cases of violence against women and political leaders in Uttar Pradesh, union Home Minister Rajnath Singh Monday said the central government was concerned over the situation in the state.
Telangana to continue fee reimbursement scheme | ummid.com
Telangana to continue fee reimbursement scheme | ummid.com
It was in 2008 that then Y. S. Rajasekhara Reddy government in united Andhra Pradesh had started the scheme for reimbursing fee of the school and college students belonging to weaker sections of the society.
It was in 2008 that then Y. S. Rajasekhara Reddy government in united Andhra Pradesh had started the scheme for reimbursing fee of the school and college students belonging to weaker sections of the society.
Over 100,000 register online for Bahrain's international Qur'an competition | ummid.com
Over 100,000 register online for Bahrain's international Qur'an competition | ummid.com
Contestants are registering their names for the event through Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, Instagram, said Sheikh Abdullah Al-Amri, director of the department for Qur'an affairs at Bahrain's Ministry of Justice.
Contestants are registering their names for the event through Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, Instagram, said Sheikh Abdullah Al-Amri, director of the department for Qur'an affairs at Bahrain's Ministry of Justice.
Now, Trinamool team to visit BJP-ruled Madhya Pradesh | ummid.com
Now, Trinamool team to visit BJP-ruled Madhya Pradesh | ummid.com
A five-member Trinamool Congress delegation comprising Rajya Sabha members S.S. Roy and Nadimul Haque and Lok Sabha members Kakoli Ghosh Dastidar, Arpita Ghosh and Uma Soren will head to Khandwa, where a 30-year-old woman was gang-raped and paraded naked.
A five-member Trinamool Congress delegation comprising Rajya Sabha members S.S. Roy and Nadimul Haque and Lok Sabha members Kakoli Ghosh Dastidar, Arpita Ghosh and Uma Soren will head to Khandwa, where a 30-year-old woman was gang-raped and paraded naked.
South Asian drug racket: Punjab claims heroin supply-chain broken | ummid.com
South Asian drug racket: Punjab claims heroin supply-chain broken | ummid.com
The heroin seizure (till June 10) is valued at over Rs.1,510 crore in the international market. In 2013, Punjab Police had recovered an all-time high of nearly 417 kg heroin valued at over Rs.2,085 crore as against 279 kg in 2012 and 101 kg in 2011.
The heroin seizure (till June 10) is valued at over Rs.1,510 crore in the international market. In 2013, Punjab Police had recovered an all-time high of nearly 417 kg heroin valued at over Rs.2,085 crore as against 279 kg in 2012 and 101 kg in 2011.
Inflation soars to 6.01 percent on high food, fuel prices | ummid.com
Inflation soars to 6.01 percent on high food, fuel prices | ummid.com
Fuel and power inflation soared to 10.53 percent due to a 14.21 percent jump in diesel prices year-on-year during the month under review, according to data released by the ministry of commerce and industry. Petrol prices soared 12.28 percent.
Fuel and power inflation soared to 10.53 percent due to a 14.21 percent jump in diesel prices year-on-year during the month under review, according to data released by the ministry of commerce and industry. Petrol prices soared 12.28 percent.
Narendra Modi's faux pas continues, this time in Bhutan | ummid.com
Narendra Modi's faux pas continues, this time in Bhutan | ummid.com
The first slip came during the start of his address, when Modi referred to "Nepal" instead of Bhutan while greeting the Bhutanese royal family which was present in the National Assembly - the lower house where the joint session was held.
The first slip came during the start of his address, when Modi referred to "Nepal" instead of Bhutan while greeting the Bhutanese royal family which was present in the National Assembly - the lower house where the joint session was held.
Saradha scam kingpin, 5 others in CBI custody | ummid.com
Saradha scam kingpin, 5 others in CBI custody | ummid.com
Besides Saradha Group promoter Sen and Ghosh, the other accused include key aides and employees Debjani Mukherjee, Manoj Nagel, Somnath Dutta. They were sent to the custody of the CBI, which has taken over the probe of the multi-crore rupee scam.
Besides Saradha Group promoter Sen and Ghosh, the other accused include key aides and employees Debjani Mukherjee, Manoj Nagel, Somnath Dutta. They were sent to the custody of the CBI, which has taken over the probe of the multi-crore rupee scam.
Saradha scam kingpin, 5 others in CBI custody | ummid.com
Saradha scam kingpin, 5 others in CBI custody | ummid.com
Besides Saradha Group promoter Sen and Ghosh, the other accused include key aides and employees Debjani Mukherjee, Manoj Nagel, Somnath Dutta. They were sent to the custody of the CBI, which has taken over the probe of the multi-crore rupee scam.
Besides Saradha Group promoter Sen and Ghosh, the other accused include key aides and employees Debjani Mukherjee, Manoj Nagel, Somnath Dutta. They were sent to the custody of the CBI, which has taken over the probe of the multi-crore rupee scam.
Sunday, June 15, 2014
Hate Crimes and Communal Polarization | ummid.com
Hate Crimes and Communal Polarization | ummid.com
While in Maharashtra the Assembly elections are forthcoming, such acts will definitely be feeding in to the electoral calculations of communal forces. It is mandatory that state Government has to rise above its opportunist inactivity to take the divisive forces head on.
While in Maharashtra the Assembly elections are forthcoming, such acts will definitely be feeding in to the electoral calculations of communal forces. It is mandatory that state Government has to rise above its opportunist inactivity to take the divisive forces head on.
TDP legislator T. Prabhakar Rao dies of cardiac arrest in Andhra | ummid.com
TDP legislator T. Prabhakar Rao dies of cardiac arrest in Andhra | ummid.com
Rao, who was representing Nandigama assembly constituency in Krishna district, suffered the heart attack around midnight. He was shifted to a nearby hospital, where doctors declared him dead, TDP sources said.
Rao, who was representing Nandigama assembly constituency in Krishna district, suffered the heart attack around midnight. He was shifted to a nearby hospital, where doctors declared him dead, TDP sources said.
Fresh clashes between Buddhists and Muslims kill three in Sri Lanka | ummid.com
Fresh clashes between Buddhists and Muslims kill three in Sri Lanka | ummid.com
Eyewitnesses say that Buddhist hardliners pelted stones at the Mosque in Dharga town and mobs set fire to several shops owned by Muslims - See more at: http://www.ummid.com/news/2014/June/16.06.2014/sri-lanka-clashes.html
Eyewitnesses say that Buddhist hardliners pelted stones at the Mosque in Dharga town and mobs set fire to several shops owned by Muslims - See more at: http://www.ummid.com/news/2014/June/16.06.2014/sri-lanka-clashes.html
Arab League rejects interference in Iraq | ummid.com
Arab League rejects interference in Iraq | ummid.com
The Arab League (AL) Sunday strongly slammed the attacks committed by Jihadist-led militants in Iraq, but rejected any attempts of interference in the domestic affairs of the conflict-stricken country.
The Arab League (AL) Sunday strongly slammed the attacks committed by Jihadist-led militants in Iraq, but rejected any attempts of interference in the domestic affairs of the conflict-stricken country.
Reservation to Marathas ignoring Muslims will be a blunder: Congress MP | ummid.com
Reservation to Marathas ignoring Muslims will be a blunder: Congress MP | ummid.com
Hussain Dalwai's warning to the state government came a day after Narayan Rane said in the legislative council that the government will anoounce 20% reservation for Marathas after June 20, the last date of election code of conduct.
Hussain Dalwai's warning to the state government came a day after Narayan Rane said in the legislative council that the government will anoounce 20% reservation for Marathas after June 20, the last date of election code of conduct.
Refusing to accept British way of life not an option: Muslims told by Cameron | ummid.com
Refusing to accept British way of life not an option: Muslims told by Cameron | ummid.com
Cameron, in a powerful intervention clearly aimed at "preachers of hate", said in an article in Sunday Mail that the failure to stand up to such firebrands has "allowed extremism 'both the violent and non-violent kind' to flourish".
Cameron, in a powerful intervention clearly aimed at "preachers of hate", said in an article in Sunday Mail that the failure to stand up to such firebrands has "allowed extremism 'both the violent and non-violent kind' to flourish".
Hamas slams Palestine helping Israel locate missing teenagers | ummid.com
Hamas slams Palestine helping Israel locate missing teenagers | ummid.com
Al-Bardawil said a recently-signed reconciliation deal between the Hamas movement and Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas' Fatah does not prevent the movement from denouncing and rejecting the security coordination.
Al-Bardawil said a recently-signed reconciliation deal between the Hamas movement and Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas' Fatah does not prevent the movement from denouncing and rejecting the security coordination.
Sarika - A differently-abled Odisha girl clears civil service exam in first attempt | ummid.com
Sarika - A differently-abled Odisha girl clears civil service exam in first attempt | ummid.com
A native of Kantabanji, a small business town in the impoverished Bolangir district, about 400 km from here, Jain was ranked 527th among the 1,122 candidates who cleared the three-stage civil service examination-2013.
A native of Kantabanji, a small business town in the impoverished Bolangir district, about 400 km from here, Jain was ranked 527th among the 1,122 candidates who cleared the three-stage civil service examination-2013.
Known for its tea, Bengal forays into coffee cultivation | ummid.com
Known for its tea, Bengal forays into coffee cultivation | ummid.com
The brainchild of the West Bengal Comprehensive Area Development Corporation (WBCADC), with the IIT's Science and Technology Entrepreneurs Park (STEP) providing the technical knowhow, the pilot project envisages tea and coffee cultivation on the picturesque Ayodhya Hills in Purulia district.
The brainchild of the West Bengal Comprehensive Area Development Corporation (WBCADC), with the IIT's Science and Technology Entrepreneurs Park (STEP) providing the technical knowhow, the pilot project envisages tea and coffee cultivation on the picturesque Ayodhya Hills in Purulia district.
Four Trinamool activists killed, ex-minister named in FIR | ummid.com
Four Trinamool activists killed, ex-minister named in FIR | ummid.com
The incident happened in Khari village in Raidighi in the district Saturday night when some miscreants hurled bombs and opened fire at the activists, killing four of them and injuring three others when they had gathered together for a meeting.
The incident happened in Khari village in Raidighi in the district Saturday night when some miscreants hurled bombs and opened fire at the activists, killing four of them and injuring three others when they had gathered together for a meeting.
Know who is using your web data | ummid.com
Know who is using your web data | ummid.com
That could soon change as researchers are now developing a protocol they call "HTTP with Accountability", or HTTPA which will automatically monitor the transmission of private data and allow the data owner to examine how it is being used.
That could soon change as researchers are now developing a protocol they call "HTTP with Accountability", or HTTPA which will automatically monitor the transmission of private data and allow the data owner to examine how it is being used.
Narendra Modi reaches Bhutan on first overseas visit as Prime Minister | ummid.com
Narendra Modi reaches Bhutan on first overseas visit as Prime Minister | ummid.com
Modi arrived at 11.40 a.m. local time (11.10 a.m. IST) to a red carpet welcome at the picturesque Paro International Airport, which is nestled amidst mountain ranges. He was greeted by Bhutanese Premier Tshering Tobgay, his cabinet ministers and senior government officials.
Modi arrived at 11.40 a.m. local time (11.10 a.m. IST) to a red carpet welcome at the picturesque Paro International Airport, which is nestled amidst mountain ranges. He was greeted by Bhutanese Premier Tshering Tobgay, his cabinet ministers and senior government officials.
U.S warship sent to Gulf as Obama explores military option in Iraq | ummid.com
U.S warship sent to Gulf as Obama explores military option in Iraq | ummid.com
Obama on Friday set the bar high for U.S. military involvement in Iraq, where a string of areas have fallen to militants belonging to the Islamic State of Iraq and Greater Syria, ruling out the possibility of putting U.S. troops on the ground in Iraq. But the U.S. leader did say he was considering a range of other options drawn up by the Pentagon.
Obama on Friday set the bar high for U.S. military involvement in Iraq, where a string of areas have fallen to militants belonging to the Islamic State of Iraq and Greater Syria, ruling out the possibility of putting U.S. troops on the ground in Iraq. But the U.S. leader did say he was considering a range of other options drawn up by the Pentagon.
Saturday, June 14, 2014
Ness Wadia booked over Preity Zinta's molestation charge | ummid.com
Ness Wadia booked over Preity Zinta's molestation charge | ummid.com
Meanwhile, a delegation of the Maharashtra State Women's Commission led by Chitra Wagh visited the police station Saturday afternoon to ascertain the probe status and action initiated by the police in the matter.
Meanwhile, a delegation of the Maharashtra State Women's Commission led by Chitra Wagh visited the police station Saturday afternoon to ascertain the probe status and action initiated by the police in the matter.
One injured in intensive Israeli airstrikes on Gaza | ummid.com
One injured in intensive Israeli airstrikes on Gaza | ummid.com
The officials said that the war jets fired one missile at a training facility that belongs to Islamic Jihad in the southern Gaza Strip town of Rafah, while two other missiles targeted areas used for launching rockets into southern Israel.
The officials said that the war jets fired one missile at a training facility that belongs to Islamic Jihad in the southern Gaza Strip town of Rafah, while two other missiles targeted areas used for launching rockets into southern Israel.
India's military preparedness: Crying out for modernisation and reforms | ummid.com
India's military preparedness: Crying out for modernisation and reforms | ummid.com
Building domestic capability by involving the private sector is an immediate necessity. There is also a requirement to revamp our Ordinance Factory Board and factories. Aspects of accountability and productivity require institutionalization in the entire defence production establishment.
Building domestic capability by involving the private sector is an immediate necessity. There is also a requirement to revamp our Ordinance Factory Board and factories. Aspects of accountability and productivity require institutionalization in the entire defence production establishment.
Friday, June 13, 2014
Actress Preity Zinta accuses ex-boyfriend Ness Wadia of molestation | ummid.com
Actress Preity Zinta accuses ex-boyfriend Ness Wadia of molestation | ummid.com
However, police may contemplate any action against Wadia after questioning witnesses and examining video clips of the IPL match in Mumbai a fortnight ago when the alleged incident of molestation took place.
However, police may contemplate any action against Wadia after questioning witnesses and examining video clips of the IPL match in Mumbai a fortnight ago when the alleged incident of molestation took place.
Is Indian electoral democracy deceptive? | ummid.com
Is Indian electoral democracy deceptive? | ummid.com
In a country of over billion people, millions exercising their franchise in an orderly way to elect a government is certainly an extraordinary feat. As an Indian we all are really proud of our ability to conduct such massive exercise probably the largest elections conducted in the world.
In a country of over billion people, millions exercising their franchise in an orderly way to elect a government is certainly an extraordinary feat. As an Indian we all are really proud of our ability to conduct such massive exercise probably the largest elections conducted in the world.
Over 2 lakh apply for 54,000 DU seats | ummid.com
Over 2 lakh apply for 54,000 DU seats | ummid.com
With online applications preferred over offline, 123,806 aspirants have
purchased and made payments on the DU portal while the university has
received 102,677 offline application forms from 18 centres across Delhi.
With online applications preferred over offline, 123,806 aspirants have
purchased and made payments on the DU portal while the university has
received 102,677 offline application forms from 18 centres across Delhi.
Congress MP Shantaram Naik criticises President for ignoring UPA feats | ummid.com
Congress MP Shantaram Naik criticises President for ignoring UPA feats | ummid.com
Goa's lone representative in the upper house, Shantaram Naik told a press conference here that Mukherjee should have used his discretionary powers to include achievements of the Congress-led UPA governments in his address to the joint sitting of both houses of parliament.
Goa's lone representative in the upper house, Shantaram Naik told a press conference here that Mukherjee should have used his discretionary powers to include achievements of the Congress-led UPA governments in his address to the joint sitting of both houses of parliament.
Congress MP Shantaram Naik criticises President for ignoring UPA feats | ummid.com
Congress MP Shantaram Naik criticises President for ignoring UPA feats | ummid.com
Goa's lone representative in the upper house, Shantaram Naik told a press conference here that Mukherjee should have used his discretionary powers to include achievements of the Congress-led UPA governments in his address to the joint sitting of both houses of parliament.
Goa's lone representative in the upper house, Shantaram Naik told a press conference here that Mukherjee should have used his discretionary powers to include achievements of the Congress-led UPA governments in his address to the joint sitting of both houses of parliament.
Thursday, June 12, 2014
2014 FIFA World Cup: Neymar, Oscar star in Brazil's opening day win | ummid.com
2014 FIFA World Cup: Neymar, Oscar star in Brazil's opening day win | ummid.com
Having already shielded the ball while on the ground he managed to retrieve possession after being dispossessed, scrap his way past a pair of Croatian challenges and squeeze the ball through to Neymar who picked his spot -- in off the post -- from 20 yards out.
Having already shielded the ball while on the ground he managed to retrieve possession after being dispossessed, scrap his way past a pair of Croatian challenges and squeeze the ball through to Neymar who picked his spot -- in off the post -- from 20 yards out.
Highest ever from Jammu and Kashmir crack UPSC exams 2013 | ummid.com
Highest ever from Jammu and Kashmir crack UPSC exams 2013 | ummid.com
Majority of those who made it to the final UPSC list from the state belong to Jammu region. The UPSC Thursday announced the result for civil services examination 2013, the test for which was conducted in December 2013 followed by interview during April-June 2014.
Majority of those who made it to the final UPSC list from the state belong to Jammu region. The UPSC Thursday announced the result for civil services examination 2013, the test for which was conducted in December 2013 followed by interview during April-June 2014.
Asaduddin Owaisi tears into PM Modi over Gujarat riots, Akshardham terror attack | ummid.com
Asaduddin Owaisi tears into PM Modi over Gujarat riots, Akshardham terror attack | ummid.com
Hyderabad Member of Parliament and president of Majlis-e-Ittehadul Muslimeen Asaduddin Owaisi Wednesday tore into Prime Minister Narendra Modi over Gujarat riots and Aksharham terror attack, and asked if he would apologise to innocent Muslims who languished in jail for years for no fault of theirs.
Hyderabad Member of Parliament and president of Majlis-e-Ittehadul Muslimeen Asaduddin Owaisi Wednesday tore into Prime Minister Narendra Modi over Gujarat riots and Aksharham terror attack, and asked if he would apologise to innocent Muslims who languished in jail for years for no fault of theirs.
Tata Sons refutes Swamy allegations on Air Asia India | ummid.com
Tata Sons refutes Swamy allegations on Air Asia India | ummid.com
In a statement, the company said that Air Asia India has received all permission from the Indian government and the DGCA to start operations and despite various application made, amongst others, by Swamy, no injunctions were ordered by any court on the issue.
In a statement, the company said that Air Asia India has received all permission from the Indian government and the DGCA to start operations and despite various application made, amongst others, by Swamy, no injunctions were ordered by any court on the issue.
Gujarat hails decision to raise Narmada dam height, activists protest | ummid.com
Gujarat hails decision to raise Narmada dam height, activists protest | ummid.com
The decision, touted to come as a boon to Gujarat, which regularly faces water crisis because of deficient or sparse rainfall, was bitterly criticised by Narmada Bachao Andolan (NBA), led by social activist Medha Patkar.
The decision, touted to come as a boon to Gujarat, which regularly faces water crisis because of deficient or sparse rainfall, was bitterly criticised by Narmada Bachao Andolan (NBA), led by social activist Medha Patkar.
Retail inflation falls to 3-month low of 8.28 percent in May | ummid.com
Retail inflation falls to 3-month low of 8.28 percent in May | ummid.com
For rural areas the retail inflation declined to 8.86 percent in May from 9.17 percent recorded in the previous month, while for urban areas CPI based inflation eased to 7.55 percent from 7.69 percent, according to data released by the Central Statistics Office (CSO).
For rural areas the retail inflation declined to 8.86 percent in May from 9.17 percent recorded in the previous month, while for urban areas CPI based inflation eased to 7.55 percent from 7.69 percent, according to data released by the Central Statistics Office (CSO).
Could not believe, says IAS exam topper Gaurav Agrawal | ummid.com
Could not believe, says IAS exam topper Gaurav Agrawal | ummid.com
"IAS is my first choice. It is a field job. You can meet people, understand their problems and then try to solve them," said Gaurav, whose father Suresh Chandra Gupta is a manager in Jaipur Dairy and mother Suman Gupta is a housewife.
"IAS is my first choice. It is a field job. You can meet people, understand their problems and then try to solve them," said Gaurav, whose father Suresh Chandra Gupta is a manager in Jaipur Dairy and mother Suman Gupta is a housewife.
34 Muslims among 1,122 who cracked the 2013 UPSC IAS Mains exams | ummid.com
34 Muslims among 1,122 who cracked the 2013 UPSC IAS Mains exams | ummid.com
The Union Public Service Commission Thursday declared the results of the Civil Service Examination 2013, naming 1,122 successful candidates inclduing 34 Muslims who had cleared the prestigious examination to join premier civil services including the Indian Administrative Service.
The Union Public Service Commission Thursday declared the results of the Civil Service Examination 2013, naming 1,122 successful candidates inclduing 34 Muslims who had cleared the prestigious examination to join premier civil services including the Indian Administrative Service.
Civil services examination results declared, four Muslims among top 100 | ummid.com
Civil services examination results declared, four Muslims among top 100 | ummid.com
The Union Public Service Commission Thursday declared the results of the Civil Service Examination 2013, naming 1,122 successful candidates who had cleared the prestigious examination to join premier civil services including the Indian Administrative Service.
The Union Public Service Commission Thursday declared the results of the Civil Service Examination 2013, naming 1,122 successful candidates who had cleared the prestigious examination to join premier civil services including the Indian Administrative Service.
2 MBAs, 5 engineers among fresh CBI graduates | ummid.com
2 MBAs, 5 engineers among fresh CBI graduates | ummid.com
Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) Director Ranjit Sinha was the chief guest at the ceremony as the 17th batch of 32 CBI sub-inspector cadets graduated.
Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) Director Ranjit Sinha was the chief guest at the ceremony as the 17th batch of 32 CBI sub-inspector cadets graduated.
Wednesday, June 11, 2014
Indian community paper in US wins ethnic media award | ummid.com
Indian community paper in US wins ethnic media award | ummid.com
Organized by the Centre for Community and Ethnic Media (CCEM) at the CUNY Journalism School, Ippies are the only awards that pay tribute to excellence in journalism in the ethnic and community press in the New York City area.
Organized by the Centre for Community and Ethnic Media (CCEM) at the CUNY Journalism School, Ippies are the only awards that pay tribute to excellence in journalism in the ethnic and community press in the New York City area.
Woman gang raped by four Uttar Pradesh cops inside police station | ummid.com
Woman gang raped by four Uttar Pradesh cops inside police station | ummid.com
Hamirpur Superintendent of Police Virendra Shekhar told IANS that following a complaint by the woman, a first information report was lodged and the station house officer (SHO) was arrested Wednesday.
Hamirpur Superintendent of Police Virendra Shekhar told IANS that following a complaint by the woman, a first information report was lodged and the station house officer (SHO) was arrested Wednesday.
Govt stands by Suhag's appointment as army chief, Cong wants VK Singh out | ummid.com
Govt stands by Suhag's appointment as army chief, Cong wants VK Singh out | ummid.com
Demanding a statement by the prime minister, Sharma said in the upper house: "If a serving minister is making such a statement, the government ought to remove this minister. The prime minister must clarify this issue. It is unacceptable. He cannot continue in the government, he cannot be a member of the Council of Ministers."
Demanding a statement by the prime minister, Sharma said in the upper house: "If a serving minister is making such a statement, the government ought to remove this minister. The prime minister must clarify this issue. It is unacceptable. He cannot continue in the government, he cannot be a member of the Council of Ministers."
AirAsia's launch flight takes off Thursday | ummid.com
AirAsia's launch flight takes off Thursday | ummid.com
The $30-million Indo-Malaysian joint venture of AirAsia Berhad (49 percent), Tata Sons (30 percent) and Telstra Tradeplace (21percent) is taking to skies a month after the regulator Director General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) granted permission May 7 to launch its budget operations across the country.
The $30-million Indo-Malaysian joint venture of AirAsia Berhad (49 percent), Tata Sons (30 percent) and Telstra Tradeplace (21percent) is taking to skies a month after the regulator Director General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) granted permission May 7 to launch its budget operations across the country.
Even cops in each home can't prevent rapes: Maharashtra minister | ummid.com
Even cops in each home can't prevent rapes: Maharashtra minister | ummid.com
"Many crimes against women take place within the confines of their own homes. Is it feasible to deploy a policeman in each household?" Patil asked, replying to a lively debate on crimes on women and atrocities on Dalits in the assembly Wednesday.
"Many crimes against women take place within the confines of their own homes. Is it feasible to deploy a policeman in each household?" Patil asked, replying to a lively debate on crimes on women and atrocities on Dalits in the assembly Wednesday.
Focused activity needed to improve condition of Muslims: Narendra Modi | ummid.com
Focused activity needed to improve condition of Muslims: Narendra Modi | ummid.com
The BJP has always accused the Congress of taking decisions aimed at "appeasement" of the main minority community while doing little to improve the condition of the community that is the world's third largest after Indonesia and Pakistan.
The BJP has always accused the Congress of taking decisions aimed at "appeasement" of the main minority community while doing little to improve the condition of the community that is the world's third largest after Indonesia and Pakistan.
Will Modi be able to motivate India's vast bureaucracy? | ummid.com
Will Modi be able to motivate India's vast bureaucracy? | ummid.com
Modi's separate meetings with ministers and secretaries last week - the first time a prime minister has interacted with secretaries, the top bureaucrats in any ministry, in recent times - has set the broad template of action for the new government that assumed office about two weeks back.
Modi's separate meetings with ministers and secretaries last week - the first time a prime minister has interacted with secretaries, the top bureaucrats in any ministry, in recent times - has set the broad template of action for the new government that assumed office about two weeks back.
Will Modi be able to motivate India's vast bureaucracy? | ummid.com
Will Modi be able to motivate India's vast bureaucracy? | ummid.com
Modi's separate meetings with ministers and secretaries last week - the first time a prime minister has interacted with secretaries, the top bureaucrats in any ministry, in recent times - has set the broad template of action for the new government that assumed office about two weeks back.
Modi's separate meetings with ministers and secretaries last week - the first time a prime minister has interacted with secretaries, the top bureaucrats in any ministry, in recent times - has set the broad template of action for the new government that assumed office about two weeks back.
Peace on earth an elusive dream? | ummid.com
Peace on earth an elusive dream? | ummid.com
Witness the conflict in the Ukraine. Indeed, there are suggestions that the world could be seeing the beginning of a new Cold War, with a senior US official warning that an attack on a NATO country - read Latvia - would make a response incumbent on the other 27 members.
Witness the conflict in the Ukraine. Indeed, there are suggestions that the world could be seeing the beginning of a new Cold War, with a senior US official warning that an attack on a NATO country - read Latvia - would make a response incumbent on the other 27 members.
State sits on new school proposal for 19 years then asks to apply afresh | ummid.com
State sits on new school proposal for 19 years then asks to apply afresh | ummid.com
With a dream of getting approval for a primary school he envisioned in his early career, 43-year-old Naeem Shaheen, a teacher, had made numerous visits to Mantralay in the past 19 years. From 1995 to 2014, he always left the state secretariat with renewed hope and anticipation, and always rushed for the next available train to be back in Malegaon so as to prepare for expectantly the final and fruitful trip to the Mantralay.
With a dream of getting approval for a primary school he envisioned in his early career, 43-year-old Naeem Shaheen, a teacher, had made numerous visits to Mantralay in the past 19 years. From 1995 to 2014, he always left the state secretariat with renewed hope and anticipation, and always rushed for the next available train to be back in Malegaon so as to prepare for expectantly the final and fruitful trip to the Mantralay.
US court dismisses 1984 case against Sonia Gandhi | ummid.com
US court dismisses 1984 case against Sonia Gandhi | ummid.com
US district judge Brian M. Cogan Monday granted Gandhi's motion to dismiss the case filed by New York based Sikhs For Justice (SFJ) for lack of subject matter jurisdiction and failure to state a claim.
US district judge Brian M. Cogan Monday granted Gandhi's motion to dismiss the case filed by New York based Sikhs For Justice (SFJ) for lack of subject matter jurisdiction and failure to state a claim.
Tuesday, June 10, 2014
China, Bangladesh pledge to build economic corridor | ummid.com
China, Bangladesh pledge to build economic corridor | ummid.com
Chinese President Xi Jinping met Bangladeshi Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina Wajed here Tuesday and both pledged to make joint efforts to build an economic corridor linking Bangladesh, China, India, and Myanmar.
Chinese President Xi Jinping met Bangladeshi Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina Wajed here Tuesday and both pledged to make joint efforts to build an economic corridor linking Bangladesh, China, India, and Myanmar.
Kerala college magazine puts Modi in list of most cruel people; booked | ummid.com
Kerala college magazine puts Modi in list of most cruel people; booked | ummid.com
A case was registered against those responsible for editing the magazine at the Government Polytechnic Kunnamkulam for placing Modi's picture among the world's most cruel people list in the magazine, a police official from the Kunnamkulam police station told IANS here.
A case was registered against those responsible for editing the magazine at the Government Polytechnic Kunnamkulam for placing Modi's picture among the world's most cruel people list in the magazine, a police official from the Kunnamkulam police station told IANS here.
Challenges before the nation | ummid.com
Challenges before the nation | ummid.com
With the rightward shift in the polity, people of India have elected a self proclaimed Hindu Nationalist as the PM of the country in the hope of development and jobs. Will their hopes be fulfilled?
With the rightward shift in the polity, people of India have elected a self proclaimed Hindu Nationalist as the PM of the country in the hope of development and jobs. Will their hopes be fulfilled?
Berlin prayer house unites Jews, Christians and Muslims | ummid.com
Berlin prayer house unites Jews, Christians and Muslims | ummid.com
Not a church, nor a synagogue, or a mosque as such, but a bit of all three, the center known currently as a "House of Prayer and Learning" will be unlike any other religious venue in the world, its initiators say.
Not a church, nor a synagogue, or a mosque as such, but a bit of all three, the center known currently as a "House of Prayer and Learning" will be unlike any other religious venue in the world, its initiators say.
African students want to study Hindi, Sanskrit in DU | ummid.com
African students want to study Hindi, Sanskrit in DU | ummid.com
"As we were getting a lot of queries from foreign students this time, we gave an extension twice, and so today (Tuesday) was the last day for both undergraduate and postgraduate programmes," said Amrit Kaur Basra, head of foreign registry office at DU.
"As we were getting a lot of queries from foreign students this time, we gave an extension twice, and so today (Tuesday) was the last day for both undergraduate and postgraduate programmes," said Amrit Kaur Basra, head of foreign registry office at DU.
Now, forensic sciences course in DU | ummid.com
Now, forensic sciences course in DU | ummid.com
"The course has been introduced by the vice chancellor after he was told that there is dearth of forensic scientists and experts in para-military forces in the country," Malay Neerav, Delhi University joint dean of students welfare and media co-ordinator, said at a press conference.
"The course has been introduced by the vice chancellor after he was told that there is dearth of forensic scientists and experts in para-military forces in the country," Malay Neerav, Delhi University joint dean of students welfare and media co-ordinator, said at a press conference.
President's address compilation of BJP poll slogans: CPI-M | ummid.com
President's address compilation of BJP poll slogans: CPI-M | ummid.com
"The president's speech is a compilation of all slogans of BJP's election campaign. You can also rehash the election manifesto, but how would you achieve what has been promised? That has been missing," the Communist Party of India-Marxist said during a discussion in the Rajya Sabha on the motion of thanks to the president's address.
"The president's speech is a compilation of all slogans of BJP's election campaign. You can also rehash the election manifesto, but how would you achieve what has been promised? That has been missing," the Communist Party of India-Marxist said during a discussion in the Rajya Sabha on the motion of thanks to the president's address.
Badaun rapes lead to uproar in Rajya Sabha | ummid.com
Badaun rapes lead to uproar in Rajya Sabha | ummid.com
The protest, led by Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP) chief Mayawati in the upper house, saw members from her party rush near the chairman's podium, demanding dismissal of the Samajwadi Party government.
The protest, led by Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP) chief Mayawati in the upper house, saw members from her party rush near the chairman's podium, demanding dismissal of the Samajwadi Party government.
Made in Munger: A Bihar 'cottage industry' trusted by criminals | ummid.com
Made in Munger: A Bihar 'cottage industry' trusted by criminals | ummid.com
Fine craftsmanship, attention to detail and the ability to produce exact imitations have made the illegal firearms industry of eastern Bihar's Munger district, a revered - if it can be called that - name in the world of crime. The clientele includes criminals from at least nine Indian states and even a terrorist organisation, police aver.
Fine craftsmanship, attention to detail and the ability to produce exact imitations have made the illegal firearms industry of eastern Bihar's Munger district, a revered - if it can be called that - name in the world of crime. The clientele includes criminals from at least nine Indian states and even a terrorist organisation, police aver.
BJP, Congress exchange barbs over Modi govt's agenda | ummid.com
BJP, Congress exchange barbs over Modi govt's agenda | ummid.com
The BJP Tuesday taunted the Congress over not being able to qualify for Leader of Opposition status in the Lok Sabha due to its low strength and hailed the leadership of Narendra Modi during the debate on the motion of thanks on the president's address.
The BJP Tuesday taunted the Congress over not being able to qualify for Leader of Opposition status in the Lok Sabha due to its low strength and hailed the leadership of Narendra Modi during the debate on the motion of thanks on the president's address.
Ramadan fasting days to be longest, hottest in many parts of the world | ummid.com
Ramadan fasting days to be longest, hottest in many parts of the world | ummid.com
Ramadan is just around three weeks ahead and many parts of the world including the Indian sub-continent and the Arab world, the holy days will be longes and hottest, according to a global Ramadan fasting map released by the Abu Dhabi-based International Astronomy Centre.
Ramadan is just around three weeks ahead and many parts of the world including the Indian sub-continent and the Arab world, the holy days will be longes and hottest, according to a global Ramadan fasting map released by the Abu Dhabi-based International Astronomy Centre.
How Egypt's generals sidelined Washington | ummid.com
How Egypt's generals sidelined Washington | ummid.com
Already, there had been a sign that Uncle Sam's mild criticism was being diluted. A day earlier, National Security Council spokeswoman Caitlin Hayden stated that reports that all military assistance to Egypt would be halted were 'false.'
Already, there had been a sign that Uncle Sam's mild criticism was being diluted. A day earlier, National Security Council spokeswoman Caitlin Hayden stated that reports that all military assistance to Egypt would be halted were 'false.'
Curfew continues in Haryana's Tauru town after communal violence | ummid.com
Curfew continues in Haryana's Tauru town after communal violence | ummid.com
The curfew imposed in Haryana's Tauru town following communal violence after a road accident continued for the third day Tuesday but was relaxed for three hours, officials said
The curfew imposed in Haryana's Tauru town following communal violence after a road accident continued for the third day Tuesday but was relaxed for three hours, officials said
Three Indians arrested in Riyadh for giving private tuitions | ummid.com
Three Indians arrested in Riyadh for giving private tuitions | ummid.com
Police raided the house of three Indian teachers, employed with the International Indian School, Riyadh (IISR), and found them with students gathered for private tuitions, the Arab News reported Tuesday.
Police raided the house of three Indian teachers, employed with the International Indian School, Riyadh (IISR), and found them with students gathered for private tuitions, the Arab News reported Tuesday.
Maharashtra board delays 2014 SSC Class X results, likely after June 15 | ummid.com
Maharashtra board delays 2014 SSC Class X results, likely after June 15 | ummid.com
The Maharashtra State Board of Secondary and Higher Secondary Education (MSBSHSE) could not declare the Class X (class 10) or SSC results today on June 10 as announced earlier, and is still non-committal when the results will be actually declared, though some officials said it would be in mid-June.
The Maharashtra State Board of Secondary and Higher Secondary Education (MSBSHSE) could not declare the Class X (class 10) or SSC results today on June 10 as announced earlier, and is still non-committal when the results will be actually declared, though some officials said it would be in mid-June.
Monday, June 9, 2014
Bollywood icons get together to launch Dilip Kumars autobiography | ummid.com
Bollywood icons get together to launch Dilip Kumars autobiography | ummid.com
The stage glittered as Hindi cinema icons like Amitabh Bachchan, Dharmendra and Aamir Khan, along with veteran actress Saira Banu and author Udaya Tara Nayar, launched thespian Dilip Kumar's long-awaited autobiography "The Substance and The Shadow" in his presence here Monday evening.
The stage glittered as Hindi cinema icons like Amitabh Bachchan, Dharmendra and Aamir Khan, along with veteran actress Saira Banu and author Udaya Tara Nayar, launched thespian Dilip Kumar's long-awaited autobiography "The Substance and The Shadow" in his presence here Monday evening.
Powerlifter Mohammad Azharuddin dies of thirst in train | ummid.com
Powerlifter Mohammad Azharuddin dies of thirst in train | ummid.com
The incident took place Sunday in the Jammu-Tatanagar Muri Express in coach S-7 where sportsman Mohd Azharuddin died of thirst. The tragedy happened between Allahabad and Mirzapur railway stations, said a railway official.
The incident took place Sunday in the Jammu-Tatanagar Muri Express in coach S-7 where sportsman Mohd Azharuddin died of thirst. The tragedy happened between Allahabad and Mirzapur railway stations, said a railway official.
Modi holds Rahuls hand amid bonhomie in Central Hall | ummid.com
Modi holds Rahuls hand amid bonhomie in Central Hall | ummid.com
It is perhaps the first occasion when Modi exchanged greetings and held Rahul's hand after the Lok Sabha election. Modi and Rahul had exchanged barbs during the general elections with the Bharatiya Janata Party leader particularly hard-hitting the Congress vice president, often describing him "shehzada" (prince).
It is perhaps the first occasion when Modi exchanged greetings and held Rahul's hand after the Lok Sabha election. Modi and Rahul had exchanged barbs during the general elections with the Bharatiya Janata Party leader particularly hard-hitting the Congress vice president, often describing him "shehzada" (prince).
UK probe team finds no proof of Islamist plot at Birmingham schools | ummid.com
UK probe team finds no proof of Islamist plot at Birmingham schools | ummid.com
There is no proof of an alleged Islamist plot to take over schools in Birmingham, the U.K.'s second-largest city, according to reports to be published by Britain's main educational authority Monday.
There is no proof of an alleged Islamist plot to take over schools in Birmingham, the U.K.'s second-largest city, according to reports to be published by Britain's main educational authority Monday.
Two new Punjab ministers have controversial past, Congress attacks | ummid.com
Two new Punjab ministers have controversial past, Congress attacks | ummid.com
Bajwa claimed Tota Singh was forced to resign as agriculture minister from the Badal government May 2012 just two months after being sworn-in after a court in Mohali convicted him in a case of misusing official machinery.
Bajwa claimed Tota Singh was forced to resign as agriculture minister from the Badal government May 2012 just two months after being sworn-in after a court in Mohali convicted him in a case of misusing official machinery.
Curfew relaxed in Haryanas Tauru town after communal clash | ummid.com
Curfew relaxed in Haryanas Tauru town after communal clash | ummid.com
Curfew was imposed after violence erupted Sunday morning in Tauru town in Mewat district, some 40 km from Gurgaon, after a truck mowed down two men on a bike, killing one of them on the spot.
Curfew was imposed after violence erupted Sunday morning in Tauru town in Mewat district, some 40 km from Gurgaon, after a truck mowed down two men on a bike, killing one of them on the spot.
Brahmos missile test-fired from new warship | ummid.com
Brahmos missile test-fired from new warship | ummid.com
"Brahmos' representatives successfully conducted the installation test-firing of the cruise missile from the launcher in coordination with the Mumbai-based Mazagon Dockyard Ltd, which built the warship," a senior naval official told IANS here, about 500 km from Bangalore and 660 km from Mumbai.
"Brahmos' representatives successfully conducted the installation test-firing of the cruise missile from the launcher in coordination with the Mumbai-based Mazagon Dockyard Ltd, which built the warship," a senior naval official told IANS here, about 500 km from Bangalore and 660 km from Mumbai.
Palestinian unity government gets UN, EU support | ummid.com
Palestinian unity government gets UN, EU support | ummid.com
Israel seized east Jerusalem during the 1967 Six-Day War and later annexed it in a move never recognized by the international community. The Palestinians claim Arab east Jerusalem as the capital of their promised state. The international community views all Israeli construction on land seized in 1967, including the West Bank, as illegal and a major obstacle to a negotiated peace agreement.
Israel seized east Jerusalem during the 1967 Six-Day War and later annexed it in a move never recognized by the international community. The Palestinians claim Arab east Jerusalem as the capital of their promised state. The international community views all Israeli construction on land seized in 1967, including the West Bank, as illegal and a major obstacle to a negotiated peace agreement.
Goa minor lured with Rs.10 note, raped; UP man held | ummid.com
Goa minor lured with Rs.10 note, raped; UP man held | ummid.com
Yadav was booked under relevant sections of the Indian Penal Code as well as the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences Act, 2012, officials said.
Yadav was booked under relevant sections of the Indian Penal Code as well as the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences Act, 2012, officials said.
Maharashtra Congress jolted as senior leader Datta Meghe joins BJP | ummid.com
Maharashtra Congress jolted as senior leader Datta Meghe joins BJP | ummid.com
A four-time legislator in Maharashtra, a four-time Lok Sabha MP and one-time Rajya Sabha member, Meghe has been at the forefront of a movement for creation of a separate state of Vidarbha.
A four-time legislator in Maharashtra, a four-time Lok Sabha MP and one-time Rajya Sabha member, Meghe has been at the forefront of a movement for creation of a separate state of Vidarbha.
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