New Year celebrated with glee in Mumbai ummid.com
Millions of fire-crackers, ringing of bells, hooting of ships’ sirens and loud cheers by Mumbaikars - from the slums of Dharavi to the highrises in the posh areas of the city - greeted the New Year 2010 on a dark, slightly chilly eclipse-struck night of Dec 31st here.
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Thursday, December 31, 2009
Israel trying to sabotage Palestinian achievements: Abbas | ummid.com
Israel trying to sabotage Palestinian achievements: Abbas ummid.com
Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas accused Israel Thursday of trying to sabotage Palestinian achievements - mainly the enforcement of law and order, stability and security in the West Bank - through its military incursions and killing of Palestinians.
Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas accused Israel Thursday of trying to sabotage Palestinian achievements - mainly the enforcement of law and order, stability and security in the West Bank - through its military incursions and killing of Palestinians.
Abu Asim Azmi's son to contest assembly by-election | ummid.com
Abu Asim Azmi's son to contest assembly by-election ummid.com
The Samajwadi Party (SP) today declared Farhan Azmi, son of the party's Maharashtra state president and sitting MLA Abu Azmi as its candidate for the January 20 by-election to Bhiwandi (East) Legislative Assembly seat.
The Samajwadi Party (SP) today declared Farhan Azmi, son of the party's Maharashtra state president and sitting MLA Abu Azmi as its candidate for the January 20 by-election to Bhiwandi (East) Legislative Assembly seat.
Dabbawallas to represent Maharashtra in Republic Day Parade | ummid.com
Dabbawallas to represent Maharashtra in Republic Day Parade ummid.com
The famed dabbawallas (lunchbox deliverymen) of Mumbai city, who deliver homemade lunch in tiffin boxes to thousands of office-goers with clockwork precision, have expressed their happiness at being selected to represent Maharashtra in the annual Republic Day Parade on January 26.
The famed dabbawallas (lunchbox deliverymen) of Mumbai city, who deliver homemade lunch in tiffin boxes to thousands of office-goers with clockwork precision, have expressed their happiness at being selected to represent Maharashtra in the annual Republic Day Parade on January 26.
Talks on Modern Economy in the Light of Qur’an and Sunnah | ummid.com
Talks on Modern Economy in the Light of Qur’an and Sunnah ummid.com
Mumbai based Markazul Ma’arif Education & Research Centre (MMERC) is organising a seminar in January on 'Modern Economy in the Light of Qur’an and Sunnah’, says Director of MMERC MB Qasmi.
Mumbai based Markazul Ma’arif Education & Research Centre (MMERC) is organising a seminar in January on 'Modern Economy in the Light of Qur’an and Sunnah’, says Director of MMERC MB Qasmi.
Americans blame Britain for rise of Islamic extremism | ummid.com
Americans blame Britain for rise of Islamic extremism ummid.com
The United States has accused Britain of being a “menace to the outside world” because of its perceived failure to tackle Islamic extremism. Senior policymakers in the United States said the attempted suicide bomb attack by Umar Farouk Abdulmutallab, who is thought to have become radicalised in London, was further evidence that one of the biggest threats to US security came from Britain, where the capital has been dubbed “Londonistan” by critics.
The United States has accused Britain of being a “menace to the outside world” because of its perceived failure to tackle Islamic extremism. Senior policymakers in the United States said the attempted suicide bomb attack by Umar Farouk Abdulmutallab, who is thought to have become radicalised in London, was further evidence that one of the biggest threats to US security came from Britain, where the capital has been dubbed “Londonistan” by critics.
Govt. working to devise mechanism and roadmap on Telangana: Chidambaram | ummid.com
Govt. working to devise mechanism and roadmap on Telangana: Chidambaram ummid.com
Dismissing the charge of backtracking on the Telangana issue, Home Minister P. Chidambaram said that the January 5 meeting of political parties from Andhra Pradesh is to devise a “mechanism and roadmap” on resolving the problem.
Dismissing the charge of backtracking on the Telangana issue, Home Minister P. Chidambaram said that the January 5 meeting of political parties from Andhra Pradesh is to devise a “mechanism and roadmap” on resolving the problem.
Empower yourself with a sense of purpose and knowledge: APJ Abdul Kalam | ummid.com
Empower yourself with a sense of purpose and knowledge: APJ Abdul Kalam ummid.com
“We need to empower ourselves with a sense of purpose and knowledge with righteousness at heart and imbibe the strength from the lives of many indomitable human beings, whether they are from science or arts or public service or any other field to make the development inclusive and sustainable in a democratic setup", The Hindu quoted former President A. P. J. Abdul Kalam as saying.
“We need to empower ourselves with a sense of purpose and knowledge with righteousness at heart and imbibe the strength from the lives of many indomitable human beings, whether they are from science or arts or public service or any other field to make the development inclusive and sustainable in a democratic setup", The Hindu quoted former President A. P. J. Abdul Kalam as saying.
2009: A year of swine flu and masks | ummid.com
2009: A year of swine flu and masks ummid.com
Year 2009 saw outbreak of swine flu, which took many lives across the country leaving the health authorities in a panicky situation and transforming Puneites into masked creatures.
Year 2009 saw outbreak of swine flu, which took many lives across the country leaving the health authorities in a panicky situation and transforming Puneites into masked creatures.
Wednesday, December 30, 2009
Pakistani artists bring ‘Truck Art’ to India | ummid.com
Pakistani artists bring ‘Truck Art’ to India ummid.com
Lanterns, mugs, cups, kettles and jugs painted in colourful floral patterns are just a few examples of Pakistan’s well-known Truck Art tradition that have been brought here by an NGO from the country that is participating in the ongoing annual Dastkari Haat Samiti festival.
Lanterns, mugs, cups, kettles and jugs painted in colourful floral patterns are just a few examples of Pakistan’s well-known Truck Art tradition that have been brought here by an NGO from the country that is participating in the ongoing annual Dastkari Haat Samiti festival.
Holy Kaaba to be washed on Saturday | ummid.com
Holy Kaaba to be washed on Saturday ummid.com
The Holy Kaaba in Makkah - the sacred town located in Saudi Arabia would be washed in the presence of dignitaries, diplomats and other guests this Saturday, reports Arab News.
The Holy Kaaba in Makkah - the sacred town located in Saudi Arabia would be washed in the presence of dignitaries, diplomats and other guests this Saturday, reports Arab News.
Partial Eclipse of Moon tonight | ummid.com
Partial Eclipse of Moon tonight ummid.com
A partial moon eclipse that can be viewed in and around India would be witnessed tonight, says a statement issued by Nehru Planetarium based in Mumbai.
A partial moon eclipse that can be viewed in and around India would be witnessed tonight, says a statement issued by Nehru Planetarium based in Mumbai.
'Urdu, a language of civilization which nurtures virtues to develop rich culture’ | ummid.com
'Urdu, a language of civilization which nurtures virtues to develop rich culture’ ummid.com
"Urdu is a language of civilization which nurtures politeness, courteousness, good-mannerism while socializing in a society to develop a rich culture ".
"Urdu is a language of civilization which nurtures politeness, courteousness, good-mannerism while socializing in a society to develop a rich culture ".
Activists against Gaza siege reject Egypt's offer | ummid.com
Activists against Gaza siege reject Egypt's offer ummid.com
Members of an international group gathered in Cairo to protest against the siege of Gaza have rejected an Egyptian offer to allow 100 of them entry into the Palestinian territory.
Members of an international group gathered in Cairo to protest against the siege of Gaza have rejected an Egyptian offer to allow 100 of them entry into the Palestinian territory.
The Indian politicians who were in the limelight in 2009 | ummid.com
The Indian politicians who were in the limelight in 2009 ummid.com
The Indian politicians who were in the limelight in 2009: Manmohan Singh: An unassuming leader who unleashed India's private
The Indian politicians who were in the limelight in 2009: Manmohan Singh: An unassuming leader who unleashed India's private
'Nepal church, mosque bombers funded by Indian groups, armed by ULFA' | ummid.com
'Nepal church, mosque bombers funded by Indian groups, armed by ULFA' ummid.com
Three months after being caught for masterminding attacks on churches and mosques in Nepal, the chief of an underground organisation that persecuted Christians and Muslims says he was funded by India's ultra-right organisations and armed by outlawed Indian militant group United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA).
Three months after being caught for masterminding attacks on churches and mosques in Nepal, the chief of an underground organisation that persecuted Christians and Muslims says he was funded by India's ultra-right organisations and armed by outlawed Indian militant group United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA).
AMU teacher receives Scientist of the Year Award-2009 | ummid.com
AMU teacher receives Scientist of the Year Award-2009 ummid.com
Riaz Ahmad, a teacher at the Aligarh Muslim University (AMU) has been conferred the Scientist of the Year Award-2009 by the National Environment Science Academy in New Delhi, an AMU spokesperson said Wednesday.
Riaz Ahmad, a teacher at the Aligarh Muslim University (AMU) has been conferred the Scientist of the Year Award-2009 by the National Environment Science Academy in New Delhi, an AMU spokesperson said Wednesday.
Popular Front of India to launch‘National Campaign for Muslim Reservation’ | ummid.com
Popular Front of India to launch‘National Campaign for Muslim Reservation’ ummid.com
Popular Front of India will launch a two months long “National Campaign for Muslim Reservation” during February and March 2010.
Popular Front of India will launch a two months long “National Campaign for Muslim Reservation” during February and March 2010.
Most loved and hated science stories of 2009 | ummid.com
Most loved and hated science stories of 2009 ummid.com
A recent article in Live Science has outlined the list of the most loved and hated science stories of the year 2009.
A recent article in Live Science has outlined the list of the most loved and hated science stories of the year 2009.
Seminal changes in Indian politics in 2009 | ummid.com
Seminal changes in Indian politics in 2009 ummid.com
The year 2009 saw a major turnaround in the Indian political scene which augurs well for the future.
The year 2009 saw a major turnaround in the Indian political scene which augurs well for the future.
“Once upon two blue moons” before 2009 ends | ummid.com
“Once upon two blue moons” before 2009 ends ummid.com
Before the year ends, sky gazers would have already witnessed the rare phenomenon of two full moons in just one month, which is also termed as “blue moon”.
Before the year ends, sky gazers would have already witnessed the rare phenomenon of two full moons in just one month, which is also termed as “blue moon”.
Tuesday, December 29, 2009
Telangana bandh in AP brings normal life to standstill | ummid.com
Telangana bandh in AP brings normal life to standstill ummid.com
The Telangana bandh called by the Joint Action Committee comprising major political parties and apolitical organisations to press the Centre to announce a specific time schedule for creating a separate Telangana state, began on a peaceful note this morning.
The Telangana bandh called by the Joint Action Committee comprising major political parties and apolitical organisations to press the Centre to announce a specific time schedule for creating a separate Telangana state, began on a peaceful note this morning.
Arab states urge Switzerland to reconsider minarets ban | ummid.com
Arab states urge Switzerland to reconsider minarets ban ummid.com
The League of Arab States has called on Switzerland to reconsider its decision on banning the construction of new minarets in the country.
The League of Arab States has called on Switzerland to reconsider its decision on banning the construction of new minarets in the country.
Godhra Court orders probe into police assault on women | ummid.com
Godhra Court orders probe into police assault on women ummid.com
A Godhra court Tuesday ordered an enquiry following complaints of police atrocities on women and children in a predominantly Muslim locality.
A Godhra court Tuesday ordered an enquiry following complaints of police atrocities on women and children in a predominantly Muslim locality.
BJP established a ‘record in immorality’ by joining hands with JMM:Govindacharya | ummid.com
BJP established a ‘record in immorality’ by joining hands with JMM:Govindacharya ummid.com
The rightist Bharatiya Janata Party, (BJP), has established a "record in immorality" and crossed the Rubicon line by deciding to join hands with Shibu Soren-led Jharkhand Mukti Morcha, (JMM), to form ministry in Jharkhand state.
The rightist Bharatiya Janata Party, (BJP), has established a "record in immorality" and crossed the Rubicon line by deciding to join hands with Shibu Soren-led Jharkhand Mukti Morcha, (JMM), to form ministry in Jharkhand state.
BJP established a ‘record in immorality’ by joining hands with JMM:Govindacharya | ummid.com
BJP established a ‘record in immorality’ by joining hands with JMM:Govindacharya ummid.com
The rightist Bharatiya Janata Party, (BJP), has established a "record in immorality" and crossed the Rubicon line by deciding to join hands with Shibu Soren-led Jharkhand Mukti Morcha, (JMM), to form ministry in Jharkhand state.
The rightist Bharatiya Janata Party, (BJP), has established a "record in immorality" and crossed the Rubicon line by deciding to join hands with Shibu Soren-led Jharkhand Mukti Morcha, (JMM), to form ministry in Jharkhand state.
2009: A year of commissions, little actions for Indian Muslims | ummid.com
2009: A year of commissions, little actions for Indian Muslims ummid.com
At this crucial time, however, if anyone came to its rescue it was the Indian Muslims. The beleaguered Muslims in India, though betrayed by the party for years came out of their homes in large numbers to cast their votes systematically in favour of the Congress party.
At this crucial time, however, if anyone came to its rescue it was the Indian Muslims. The beleaguered Muslims in India, though betrayed by the party for years came out of their homes in large numbers to cast their votes systematically in favour of the Congress party.
Jamia Millia wants to shed madrassa tag: Vice Chancellor | ummid.com
Jamia Millia wants to shed madrassa tag: Vice Chancellor ummid.com
Jamia Millia Islamia is trying to shed the widely perceived "superior madrassa" tag, says Vice Chancellor Najeeb Jung, asserting that his job is to position the 90-year-old university as a modern, secular institution of learning for one and all.
Jamia Millia Islamia is trying to shed the widely perceived "superior madrassa" tag, says Vice Chancellor Najeeb Jung, asserting that his job is to position the 90-year-old university as a modern, secular institution of learning for one and all.
If it wasn't for Ghalib, I wouldn't be a poet: Gulzar | ummid.com
If it wasn't for Ghalib, I wouldn't be a poet: Gulzar ummid.com
Remember the television serial on Mirza Ghalib that Gulzar made in 1988? Twenty years later the Urdu poet remains as strongly imprinted on the mind of the veteran Bollywood lyricist as ever.
Remember the television serial on Mirza Ghalib that Gulzar made in 1988? Twenty years later the Urdu poet remains as strongly imprinted on the mind of the veteran Bollywood lyricist as ever.
Monday, December 28, 2009
In Modi's Gujarat, Muslims assume Hindu names to find work | ummid.com
In Modi's Gujarat, Muslims assume Hindu names to find work ummid.com
In a shocking revelation the leading English daily Indian Express in its today's issue says that in Gujarat Muslims are assuming Hindu names just to get a job.
In a shocking revelation the leading English daily Indian Express in its today's issue says that in Gujarat Muslims are assuming Hindu names just to get a job.
21 yr old student develops cellphone mechanism to detect fake notes | ummid.com
21 yr old student develops cellphone mechanism to detect fake notes ummid.com
A 21-year-old engineering student Neha M, has developed a mechanism by which a cellphone can double up as a counterfeit note detector, and for this project, she won the Rs. 1 lakh prize at the Innovation Challenge, organized by Schneider Electric India, where Neha competed with 150 entries from engineering colleges across the country, reports Gayatri Nair of Bangalore Mirror.
A 21-year-old engineering student Neha M, has developed a mechanism by which a cellphone can double up as a counterfeit note detector, and for this project, she won the Rs. 1 lakh prize at the Innovation Challenge, organized by Schneider Electric India, where Neha competed with 150 entries from engineering colleges across the country, reports Gayatri Nair of Bangalore Mirror.
MPCC slams BJP for holding Sushma Swaraj’s welcome function in state hanger area | ummid.com
MPCC slams BJP for holding Sushma Swaraj’s welcome function in state hanger area ummid.com
Madhya Pradesh Congress Committee, (MPCC), has taken strong exception of the Bharatiya Janata Party, (BJP), ruled State Government of blatantly violating the security of Bhopal's Raja Bhoj airport by holding a function to welcome BJP leader Mrs. Sushma Swaraj, who is Leader of the Opposition in Lok Sabha, at the state hanger area here on Monday.
Madhya Pradesh Congress Committee, (MPCC), has taken strong exception of the Bharatiya Janata Party, (BJP), ruled State Government of blatantly violating the security of Bhopal's Raja Bhoj airport by holding a function to welcome BJP leader Mrs. Sushma Swaraj, who is Leader of the Opposition in Lok Sabha, at the state hanger area here on Monday.
Dr. Chakraborty awarded 'Munshi Ghulam Mustafa Memorial Literary Award-2009' | ummid.com
Dr. Chakraborty awarded 'Munshi Ghulam Mustafa Memorial Literary Award-2009' ummid.com
Renowned writer, folk-lyrist, poet & critic Dr. T. B. Chakraborty, who is the former Chairman, Modern Indian Languages at Aligarh Muslim University, has been awarded prestigious “ Munshi Ghulam Mustafa Memorial Literary Award-2009".
Renowned writer, folk-lyrist, poet & critic Dr. T. B. Chakraborty, who is the former Chairman, Modern Indian Languages at Aligarh Muslim University, has been awarded prestigious “ Munshi Ghulam Mustafa Memorial Literary Award-2009".
Sushma Swaraj trashes Jus. Sagheer Ahmad's report, terms it a cruel joke | ummid.com
Sushma Swaraj trashes Jus. Sagheer Ahmad's report, terms it a cruel joke ummid.com
Bharatiya Janata Party, (BJP), senior leader and Opposition Leader in Lok Sabha Mrs. Sushma Swaraj has trashed the recommendations of the report of Prime Minister's 5th Working Group on State-Centre relation, headed by Justice (Retd.) Sagheer Ahmad, and termed it as a cruel joke with the integrity and national identity of India.
Bharatiya Janata Party, (BJP), senior leader and Opposition Leader in Lok Sabha Mrs. Sushma Swaraj has trashed the recommendations of the report of Prime Minister's 5th Working Group on State-Centre relation, headed by Justice (Retd.) Sagheer Ahmad, and termed it as a cruel joke with the integrity and national identity of India.
'Blue Moon’ eclipse on December 31 | ummid.com
'Blue Moon’ eclipse on December 31 ummid.com
Year 2009 is once in a “Blue Moon” with December having an extra full moon on the last day of the month.
Year 2009 is once in a “Blue Moon” with December having an extra full moon on the last day of the month.
APJ Kalam calls upon students to adopt habit of reading | ummid.com
APJ Kalam calls upon students to adopt habit of reading ummid.com
Former President A P J Abdul Kalam today called upon girl students to adopt habit of reading which will help them acquire knowlege.
Former President A P J Abdul Kalam today called upon girl students to adopt habit of reading which will help them acquire knowlege.
Chidambaram, Jihad and Congress politics | ummid.com
Chidambaram, Jihad and Congress politics ummid.com
By expressing his biased or uninformed views on Jihad, India’s Home Minister P Chidambaram seems to be deliberately playing a political game in order not to lose the votes of the mainstream Hindu masses. A few weeks ago, he had described the demolition of Babri Masjid as a terrorist act by the RSS-backed groups.
By expressing his biased or uninformed views on Jihad, India’s Home Minister P Chidambaram seems to be deliberately playing a political game in order not to lose the votes of the mainstream Hindu masses. A few weeks ago, he had described the demolition of Babri Masjid as a terrorist act by the RSS-backed groups.
Sonia omits Rao as she praises Congress PMs on anniversary | ummid.com
Sonia omits Rao as she praises Congress PMs on anniversary ummid.com
Congress president Sonia Gandhi Monday made it a point to ignore P.V. Narasimha Rao as she lavished praise on all the prime ministers it has produced while marking the start of the 125th anniversary celebrations of the country’s oldest political party.
Congress president Sonia Gandhi Monday made it a point to ignore P.V. Narasimha Rao as she lavished praise on all the prime ministers it has produced while marking the start of the 125th anniversary celebrations of the country’s oldest political party.
Congress has always stood for secular values: Sonia | ummid.com
Congress has always stood for secular values: Sonia ummid.com
Describing the Congress as a "national revolution", which led the country to Independence from Imperialist rule, its president Sonia Gandhi on Monday said the party always stood for secular values.
Describing the Congress as a "national revolution", which led the country to Independence from Imperialist rule, its president Sonia Gandhi on Monday said the party always stood for secular values.
Telangana tussle: Osmania varsity tense, fasting students arrested | ummid.com
Telangana tussle: Osmania varsity tense, fasting students arrested ummid.com
Tension prevailed at Osmania University here Monday as police arrested more students who had launched a hunger strike demanding that the central government immediately initiate the process for the formation of Telangana state by splitting Andhra Pradesh.
Tension prevailed at Osmania University here Monday as police arrested more students who had launched a hunger strike demanding that the central government immediately initiate the process for the formation of Telangana state by splitting Andhra Pradesh.
Sunday, December 27, 2009
Muslims will remain strong despite conspiracies: King Abdullah | ummid.com
Muslims will remain strong despite conspiracies: King Abdullah ummid.com
Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Abdullah said on Sunday that Islam and Muslims would remain strong despite enemy conspiracies, including those by Muslim extremists.
Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Abdullah said on Sunday that Islam and Muslims would remain strong despite enemy conspiracies, including those by Muslim extremists.
Arshad Madani commends Saudi Govt. for serving Islam and Muslims | ummid.com
Arshad Madani commends Saudi Govt. for serving Islam and Muslims ummid.com
Arshad Madani, president of Jamiat Ulema-e-Hind and professor of Hadith at Darul Uloom Deoband commended the efforts taken by the Saudi Arabian Government for the service of Islam and supporting the Muslim cause throughout the globe, reports Arab News.
Arshad Madani, president of Jamiat Ulema-e-Hind and professor of Hadith at Darul Uloom Deoband commended the efforts taken by the Saudi Arabian Government for the service of Islam and supporting the Muslim cause throughout the globe, reports Arab News.
2009 unfolds generational change in BJP | ummid.com
2009 unfolds generational change in BJP ummid.com
The year 2009 turned out to be a crucial year for the BJP which has effected generational change in the party and the Parliamentary leadership, virtually placing its octogenarian leader L K Advani in the fade out mode.
The year 2009 turned out to be a crucial year for the BJP which has effected generational change in the party and the Parliamentary leadership, virtually placing its octogenarian leader L K Advani in the fade out mode.
Ghalib still waiting for an 'ashiana' in Agra | ummid.com
Ghalib still waiting for an 'ashiana' in Agra ummid.com
Doyen of Urdu poetry Mirza Ghalib, whose 212th birth anniversary is being observed Sunday, still does not have a proper memorial, or a lane named after him in the city of his birth -- Agra.
Doyen of Urdu poetry Mirza Ghalib, whose 212th birth anniversary is being observed Sunday, still does not have a proper memorial, or a lane named after him in the city of his birth -- Agra.
The first anniversary of Gaza massacre | ummid.com
The first anniversary of Gaza massacre ummid.com
December 27th marks the first anniversary of Israeli assault on the besieged Gaza that left over 1,440 Palestinians dead, of whom 313 were children and 116 women. In the Israeli assault, called Operation Cast Lead, another 5,380 Palestinians were injured.
December 27th marks the first anniversary of Israeli assault on the besieged Gaza that left over 1,440 Palestinians dead, of whom 313 were children and 116 women. In the Israeli assault, called Operation Cast Lead, another 5,380 Palestinians were injured.
Gaza Killing: Palestinians vow retaliation | ummid.com
Gaza Killing: Palestinians vow retaliation ummid.com
An armed Palestinian group has threatened to respond to the killing of three of its members in an Israeli military raid on a home in the occupied West Bank city of Nablus, reports Al Jazeera.
An armed Palestinian group has threatened to respond to the killing of three of its members in an Israeli military raid on a home in the occupied West Bank city of Nablus, reports Al Jazeera.
Dozens arrested as protesters mark anniversary of Gaza conflict | ummid.com
Dozens arrested as protesters mark anniversary of Gaza conflict ummid.com
At least 20 demonstrators were arrested Sunday as they attempted to enter the Gaza Strip from Israel to mark the first anniversary of the three-week conflict.
At least 20 demonstrators were arrested Sunday as they attempted to enter the Gaza Strip from Israel to mark the first anniversary of the three-week conflict.
Pakistan, politically incorrect solution of a communal problem | ummid.com
Pakistan, politically incorrect solution of a communal problem ummid.com
"Muslims have every right to demand constitutional safeguards, but partition of India cannot promote their interests. The demand is the politically incorrect solution of a communal problem", said Maulana Abul Kalam Azad more than sixty years ago. It was the time when majority of Hindu and Muslim leaders in India were of the view that partition is the only solution to communal problem in India.
"Muslims have every right to demand constitutional safeguards, but partition of India cannot promote their interests. The demand is the politically incorrect solution of a communal problem", said Maulana Abul Kalam Azad more than sixty years ago. It was the time when majority of Hindu and Muslim leaders in India were of the view that partition is the only solution to communal problem in India.
2009: Landmark year for empowering women through panchayats | ummid.com
2009: Landmark year for empowering women through panchayats ummid.com
With Panchayati Raj institutions completing 50 years of inception, year 2009 which is also being observed as 'Year of the Gram Sabha', saw the Ministry of Panchayati Raj crossing several landmarks of which UPA-II rolling the red carpet to the process of further empowering women by initiating the process to offer them 50 per cent reservation.
With Panchayati Raj institutions completing 50 years of inception, year 2009 which is also being observed as 'Year of the Gram Sabha', saw the Ministry of Panchayati Raj crossing several landmarks of which UPA-II rolling the red carpet to the process of further empowering women by initiating the process to offer them 50 per cent reservation.
Delhi gets IGNOU's first City Centre in country | ummid.com
Delhi gets IGNOU's first City Centre in country ummid.com
The Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU) has set up a new City Centre at the heart of the national capital to facilitate easy access to information about the University and its various academic programmes.
The Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU) has set up a new City Centre at the heart of the national capital to facilitate easy access to information about the University and its various academic programmes.
IIT-Kharagpur best technology school in India: Survey | ummid.com
IIT-Kharagpur best technology school in India: Survey ummid.com
The premier Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Kharagpur is the best technology school in the country followed by IIT-Delhi, revealed a new survey released Sunday.
The premier Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Kharagpur is the best technology school in the country followed by IIT-Delhi, revealed a new survey released Sunday.
Jamia Millia vows to keep CWG deadline, hold meets in March | ummid.com
Jamia Millia vows to keep CWG deadline, hold meets in March ummid.com
When a majority of the sports complexes in Delhi are facing scrutiny over missing deadlines, the Jamia Millia Islamia promises to finish its task well ahead of schedule and even host a few inter-state competitions as dress rehersal well ahead of the Commonwealth Games Oct 3-14.
When a majority of the sports complexes in Delhi are facing scrutiny over missing deadlines, the Jamia Millia Islamia promises to finish its task well ahead of schedule and even host a few inter-state competitions as dress rehersal well ahead of the Commonwealth Games Oct 3-14.
Saturday, December 26, 2009
22 MA degrees, 5 PhDs, 3 D.Lits, professor learns on | ummid.com
22 MA degrees, 5 PhDs, 3 D.Lits, professor learns on ummid.com
Meet R.K. Rai, a scholar extraordinary. Over the years he has acquired MA degrees in 22 subjects, five PhDs and three D.Lits. But at the age of 65, he wants more.
Meet R.K. Rai, a scholar extraordinary. Over the years he has acquired MA degrees in 22 subjects, five PhDs and three D.Lits. But at the age of 65, he wants more.
Waqf Board officials to be trained for better management | ummid.com
Waqf Board officials to be trained for better management ummid.com
For the efficient management of Waqf properties and its activities, the Waqf Board officials of the states from all over India along with the officials of revenue and police department will also be imparted training.
For the efficient management of Waqf properties and its activities, the Waqf Board officials of the states from all over India along with the officials of revenue and police department will also be imparted training.
2009: An eventful year for Maharashtra | ummid.com
2009: An eventful year for Maharashtra ummid.com
2009 was a year of upheavals, controversies, rising and falling stars and fortunes, disasters and drama for Maharashtra. The year started on a sombre note as the effects of the Nov 26 terror attacks were yet to fully sink in the minds of the people and the government.
2009 was a year of upheavals, controversies, rising and falling stars and fortunes, disasters and drama for Maharashtra. The year started on a sombre note as the effects of the Nov 26 terror attacks were yet to fully sink in the minds of the people and the government.
Gaza aid convoy waiting permission from Egypt to proceed further | ummid.com
Gaza aid convoy waiting permission from Egypt to proceed further ummid.com
An aid convoy that has travelled over 3500km to deliver vital medical and food supplies to the Gaza Strip is currently stranded because of Egypt's refusal to grant it easy passage, reports the Al Jazeera.
An aid convoy that has travelled over 3500km to deliver vital medical and food supplies to the Gaza Strip is currently stranded because of Egypt's refusal to grant it easy passage, reports the Al Jazeera.
Shibu Soren stakes claim to form Jharkhand government | ummid.com
Shibu Soren stakes claim to form Jharkhand government ummid.com
Jharkhand Mukti Morcha (JMM) leader Shibu Soren Saturday staked claim to form the government in Jharkhand, with support from the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and the All Jharkhand Students Union (AJSU).
Jharkhand Mukti Morcha (JMM) leader Shibu Soren Saturday staked claim to form the government in Jharkhand, with support from the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and the All Jharkhand Students Union (AJSU).
Friday, December 25, 2009
US Muslim leaders try to counter radicals’ influence on their youths | ummid.com
US Muslim leaders try to counter radicals’ influence on their youths ummid.com
Mosques and Islamic organizations across the United States regularly issue statements rejecting violence and fringe ideologies, but after the arrests of five Americans in Sargodha, Pakistan, on terror-related charges, Muslim leaders in the country have been scrambling to fill what they describe as a gap in their connection with young people.
Mosques and Islamic organizations across the United States regularly issue statements rejecting violence and fringe ideologies, but after the arrests of five Americans in Sargodha, Pakistan, on terror-related charges, Muslim leaders in the country have been scrambling to fill what they describe as a gap in their connection with young people.
Muslim MLA strength in Jharkhand Assembly more than doubles | ummid.com
Muslim MLA strength in Jharkhand Assembly more than doubles ummid.com
The strength of the minority MLAs in the Jharkhand Assembly has more than doubled.
The strength of the minority MLAs in the Jharkhand Assembly has more than doubled.
US Muslim council calls on Chidambaram to clarify his remarks on Jihad | ummid.com
US Muslim council calls on Chidambaram to clarify his remarks on Jihad ummid.com
Indian Muslim Council-USA an advocacy group dedicated towards safeguarding India's pluralist and tolerant ethos, calls on Indian Home Minister Chidambaram to clarify his remarks on Jihad in his address to Intelligence Bureau on Wednesday the 23rd of December, 2009.
Indian Muslim Council-USA an advocacy group dedicated towards safeguarding India's pluralist and tolerant ethos, calls on Indian Home Minister Chidambaram to clarify his remarks on Jihad in his address to Intelligence Bureau on Wednesday the 23rd of December, 2009.
Mirza Ghalib to be remembered at unique two-day event | ummid.com
Mirza Ghalib to be remembered at unique two-day event ummid.com
When the kathak maestro Uma Sharma, writer-diplomat Pavan K Varma, heritage activist Firoz Bakht Ahmed, poet Gulzar Dehlvi, bureaucrat Abid Hussain and the couplets of Ghalib go together, the churning produces Yadgar-e-Ghalib - a two-day commemoration of Mirza Ghalib Dec 26-27 on the occasion of the inimitable poet’s 212th birth anniversary. Ghalib was born Dec 27, 1797.
When the kathak maestro Uma Sharma, writer-diplomat Pavan K Varma, heritage activist Firoz Bakht Ahmed, poet Gulzar Dehlvi, bureaucrat Abid Hussain and the couplets of Ghalib go together, the churning produces Yadgar-e-Ghalib - a two-day commemoration of Mirza Ghalib Dec 26-27 on the occasion of the inimitable poet’s 212th birth anniversary. Ghalib was born Dec 27, 1797.
MP Govt. promoted incompetent non-civil service officers to IAS key posts: Congress | ummid.com
MP Govt. promoted incompetent non-civil service officers to IAS key posts: Congress ummid.com
Madhya Pradesh Congress Committee, (MPCC), has charged the Bharatiya Janata Party ruled state government of nepotism and large-scale irregularities and corruption in the selection of “incompetent and ineligible” non-Civil Service Officers to be promoted to the Indian Administrative Service (selection quota) for three vacant posts.
Madhya Pradesh Congress Committee, (MPCC), has charged the Bharatiya Janata Party ruled state government of nepotism and large-scale irregularities and corruption in the selection of “incompetent and ineligible” non-Civil Service Officers to be promoted to the Indian Administrative Service (selection quota) for three vacant posts.
BHEL Bhopal unit bags CII EXIM Bank’s Commendation Certificate | ummid.com
BHEL Bhopal unit bags CII EXIM Bank’s Commendation Certificate ummid.com
India’s giant Public Sector Undertaking Bharat Heavy Electricals Limited, (BHEL), Bhopal unit has won Confederation of Indian Industry-Export-Import Bank (CII-EXIM Bank), 'Commendation Certificate for Significant Achievement' for its business excellence initiatives this year.
India’s giant Public Sector Undertaking Bharat Heavy Electricals Limited, (BHEL), Bhopal unit has won Confederation of Indian Industry-Export-Import Bank (CII-EXIM Bank), 'Commendation Certificate for Significant Achievement' for its business excellence initiatives this year.
Christmas Zeal in Malegaon | ummid.com
Christmas Zeal in Malegaon ummid.com
The central Indian state of Madhya Pradesh has been selected for World Bank's prestigious South Asia Vice-President Team Award for District Poverty Initiatives Programme (DPIP), project being implemented in the state.
The central Indian state of Madhya Pradesh has been selected for World Bank's prestigious South Asia Vice-President Team Award for District Poverty Initiatives Programme (DPIP), project being implemented in the state.
MP selected for World Bank's South Asia award | ummid.com
MP selected for World Bank's South Asia award ummid.com
The central Indian state of Madhya Pradesh has been selected for World Bank's prestigious South Asia Vice-President Team Award for District Poverty Initiatives Programme (DPIP), project being implemented in the state.
The central Indian state of Madhya Pradesh has been selected for World Bank's prestigious South Asia Vice-President Team Award for District Poverty Initiatives Programme (DPIP), project being implemented in the state.
Christmas Zeal in Malegaon | ummid.com
Christmas Zeal in Malegaon ummid.com
As Christmas fever takes 25 odd Christian families in Malegaon into its grips, newly painted walls of the St. Paul Church built in 1865, the only cathedral in Malegaon, greets people from a distance itself.
As Christmas fever takes 25 odd Christian families in Malegaon into its grips, newly painted walls of the St. Paul Church built in 1865, the only cathedral in Malegaon, greets people from a distance itself.
Wednesday, December 23, 2009
Street kids sell Christmas cheer on Bangalore roads | ummid.com
Street kids sell Christmas cheer on Bangalore roads ummid.com
Bangaloreans do not need a calendar to remind them of the Christmas season. Street kids in tattered clothes, selling Christmas goodies like Santa caps, masks, flowers and other knick knacks do that.
Bangaloreans do not need a calendar to remind them of the Christmas season. Street kids in tattered clothes, selling Christmas goodies like Santa caps, masks, flowers and other knick knacks do that.
An assessment of UPA through a Minority Budgeting Lens | ummid.com
An assessment of UPA through a Minority Budgeting Lens ummid.com
Since budgets reflect government's priorities, it is pertinent to ask where minorities featured in the priorities of United Progressive Alliance (UPA) government. And as the UPA begins another term, it is important that they consolidate their gains and at the same time do not repeat their mistakes.
Since budgets reflect government's priorities, it is pertinent to ask where minorities featured in the priorities of United Progressive Alliance (UPA) government. And as the UPA begins another term, it is important that they consolidate their gains and at the same time do not repeat their mistakes.
Government’s Telangana statement gets mixed reactions in Andhra | ummid.com
Government’s Telangana statement gets mixed reactions in Andhra ummid.com
The central government’s latest statement Wednesday on Telangana, stressing the need to hold consultations with all political parties on the formation of a separate state, evoked mixed reactions in Andhra Pradesh.
The central government’s latest statement Wednesday on Telangana, stressing the need to hold consultations with all political parties on the formation of a separate state, evoked mixed reactions in Andhra Pradesh.
National consensus would be built on reservation, PM to Muslim leaders | ummid.com
National consensus would be built on reservation, PM to Muslim leaders ummid.com
Prime Minister Manmohan Singh Wednesday told a group of Muslim MPs that a broad national consensus would be built on the issue of reservations before the government took any step but assured that it remained committed to the issues and concerns of the community.
Prime Minister Manmohan Singh Wednesday told a group of Muslim MPs that a broad national consensus would be built on the issue of reservations before the government took any step but assured that it remained committed to the issues and concerns of the community.
Bhopal to host training of all India Waqf CEOs on Dec. 26 | ummid.com
Bhopal to host training of all India Waqf CEOs on Dec. 26 ummid.com
The Central Waqf Council, (CWC), New Delhi is going to hold training programme in Waqf matters for the Chief Executive Officers, (CEOs), of all the 28 Waqf boards of India here in Bhopal, the capital of central Indian state of Madhya Pradesh, on December 26.
The Central Waqf Council, (CWC), New Delhi is going to hold training programme in Waqf matters for the Chief Executive Officers, (CEOs), of all the 28 Waqf boards of India here in Bhopal, the capital of central Indian state of Madhya Pradesh, on December 26.
Editors Guild condemns practice of paid news | ummid.com
Editors Guild condemns practice of paid news ummid.com
The Editors Guild of India Wednesday expressed concern over the increasing number of reports detailing the harmful practice of publishing ‘paid news’ by some newspapers and television channels, especially during recent elections.
The Editors Guild of India Wednesday expressed concern over the increasing number of reports detailing the harmful practice of publishing ‘paid news’ by some newspapers and television channels, especially during recent elections.
Jharkhand lurches towards political uncertainty, JMM holds key | ummid.com
Jharkhand lurches towards political uncertainty, JMM holds key ummid.com
Jharkhand was Wednesday headed towards political uncertainty with a messy, fractured electoral verdict that gave no clear leads to any grouping. Jharkhand Mukti Morcha (JMM) was pitchforked into the role of kingmaker in the 81-member assembly.
Jharkhand was Wednesday headed towards political uncertainty with a messy, fractured electoral verdict that gave no clear leads to any grouping. Jharkhand Mukti Morcha (JMM) was pitchforked into the role of kingmaker in the 81-member assembly.
300-year-old gold-leaf Quran to be displayed at museum | ummid.com
300-year-old gold-leaf Quran to be displayed at museum ummid.com
A 300-year-old ancestral 'Golden Quran', with its pages in the shape of gold leaves, the most prized possession of a Muslim family, may soon become the centrepiece of a national museum. But the family is not complaining about 'losing' the valuable document.
A 300-year-old ancestral 'Golden Quran', with its pages in the shape of gold leaves, the most prized possession of a Muslim family, may soon become the centrepiece of a national museum. But the family is not complaining about 'losing' the valuable document.
Tuesday, December 22, 2009
In the West Bank, a hotel with no name - and no guests | ummid.com
In the West Bank, a hotel with no name - and no guests ummid.com
The beds have been freshly made. In the lobby, the waiters have set the coffee tables nicely. In the kitchen, the cooks are preparing meat balls in a tomato sauce. At the reception desk, Fakhre Alame stands ready to welcome guests - even though the young man in the snow-white shirt knows that nobody is coming. Not today, not tomorrow, just as has been the case for the past 42 years.
The beds have been freshly made. In the lobby, the waiters have set the coffee tables nicely. In the kitchen, the cooks are preparing meat balls in a tomato sauce. At the reception desk, Fakhre Alame stands ready to welcome guests - even though the young man in the snow-white shirt knows that nobody is coming. Not today, not tomorrow, just as has been the case for the past 42 years.
Gujarat’s compulsory voting full of difficulties: EC | ummid.com
Gujarat’s compulsory voting full of difficulties: EC ummid.com
The Election Commission Tuesday termed the Gujarat government’s move to make voting compulsory in local body elections as “full of difficulties” even as the issue has evoked a larger national debate in the country.
The Election Commission Tuesday termed the Gujarat government’s move to make voting compulsory in local body elections as “full of difficulties” even as the issue has evoked a larger national debate in the country.
Govt. working on Equal Opportunity Commission | ummid.com
Govt. working on Equal Opportunity Commission ummid.com
Even as the government is yet to find a way to implement the recommendations made by the Ranganath Mishra Commissions on reservation, it is now planning to setup the Equal Opportunity Commission (EOC).
Even as the government is yet to find a way to implement the recommendations made by the Ranganath Mishra Commissions on reservation, it is now planning to setup the Equal Opportunity Commission (EOC).
MP Engg. Colleges sign MoU with Wipro for faculty empowerment | ummid.com
MP Engg. Colleges sign MoU with Wipro for faculty empowerment ummid.com
In the presence of Madhya Pradesh Technical Education Minister Laxmikant Sharma, a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was signed between Rajiv Gandhi Proudyogiki Vishwavidyalaya, Bhopal, and Wipro for improvement in the quality of teaching and training of teachers of technical colleges.
In the presence of Madhya Pradesh Technical Education Minister Laxmikant Sharma, a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was signed between Rajiv Gandhi Proudyogiki Vishwavidyalaya, Bhopal, and Wipro for improvement in the quality of teaching and training of teachers of technical colleges.
Delhi to commemorate Mohd. Rafi tomorrow in a big way | ummid.com
Delhi to commemorate Mohd. Rafi tomorrow in a big way ummid.com
A film on the life of legendary Bollywood singer Mohammad Rafi will be screened in the Capital tomorrow on the eve of his birth anniversary.
A film on the life of legendary Bollywood singer Mohammad Rafi will be screened in the Capital tomorrow on the eve of his birth anniversary.
Maharashtra Govt. to introduce Bill on milk adulteration | ummid.com
Maharashtra Govt. to introduce Bill on milk adulteration ummid.com
A film on the life of legendary Bollywood singer Mohammad Rafi will be screened in the Capital tomorrow on the eve of his birth anniversary.
A film on the life of legendary Bollywood singer Mohammad Rafi will be screened in the Capital tomorrow on the eve of his birth anniversary.
A.R. Rahman CNN-IBN Indian of the Year | ummid.com
A.R. Rahman CNN-IBN Indian of the Year ummid.com
Prime Minister Manmohan Singh on Monday described A. R. Rahman’s music as inspirational, saying when he heard his songs in the White House, he had a sense of joy and achievement.
Prime Minister Manmohan Singh on Monday described A. R. Rahman’s music as inspirational, saying when he heard his songs in the White House, he had a sense of joy and achievement.
Our women members being targeted: Sanatan Sanstha | ummid.com
Our women members being targeted: Sanatan Sanstha ummid.com
Sanatan Sanstha, a Hindu rightwing group whose members have been linked to the Diwali eve blast in Goa, Tuesday alleged harassment of its women members by people residing near its premises.
Sanatan Sanstha, a Hindu rightwing group whose members have been linked to the Diwali eve blast in Goa, Tuesday alleged harassment of its women members by people residing near its premises.
Monday, December 21, 2009
Violence against women is not a tenet of Islam | ummid.com
Violence against women is not a tenet of Islam ummid.com
Listening to the radio one day, I was shocked to hear the Office of the UN High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR) report on widespread occurrence of rape in Afghanistan. As a Muslim who knows that the core of her religion is about justice and mercy, I asked myself how the perpetrators of these acts could have strayed so far from the Muslim faith and from basic humane principles.
Listening to the radio one day, I was shocked to hear the Office of the UN High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR) report on widespread occurrence of rape in Afghanistan. As a Muslim who knows that the core of her religion is about justice and mercy, I asked myself how the perpetrators of these acts could have strayed so far from the Muslim faith and from basic humane principles.
MP Govt. to establish Atal Behari Public Administration Institute at Bhopal | ummid.com
MP Govt. to establish Atal Behari Public Administration Institute at Bhopal ummid.com
The Madhya Pradesh Government will establish Public Administration Institute at Bhopal which shall be christened as Atal Behari Lok Prashasan Sansthan.
The Madhya Pradesh Government will establish Public Administration Institute at Bhopal which shall be christened as Atal Behari Lok Prashasan Sansthan.
Madhya Pradesh's new Transport Policy endorsed | ummid.com
Madhya Pradesh's new Transport Policy endorsed ummid.com
The Madhya Pradesh's new Transport Policy was endorsed by the state Cabinet in a meeting presided over by the state Chief Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan here on Monday.
The Madhya Pradesh's new Transport Policy was endorsed by the state Cabinet in a meeting presided over by the state Chief Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan here on Monday.
Now police unsure about Goa blast links to Sadhvi, Purohit | ummid.com
Now police unsure about Goa blast links to Sadhvi, Purohit ummid.com
Police here Monday refused to acknowledge that the Diwali-eve blasts in Goa had any links with Sadhvi Pragya Singh and Col. Shrikant Purohit, accused in the September 2008 blast in Malegaon.
Police here Monday refused to acknowledge that the Diwali-eve blasts in Goa had any links with Sadhvi Pragya Singh and Col. Shrikant Purohit, accused in the September 2008 blast in Malegaon.
Implementing compulsory voting not easy: EC Chief | ummid.com
Implementing compulsory voting not easy: EC Chief ummid.com
Chief Election Commissioner Navin Chawla Monday said there were difficulties in making voting compulsory in the country due to the huge size of the electorate.
Chief Election Commissioner Navin Chawla Monday said there were difficulties in making voting compulsory in the country due to the huge size of the electorate.
Decision on Telangana by Tuesday, assures PM | ummid.com
Decision on Telangana by Tuesday, assures PM ummid.com
The Prime Minister Dr. Manmohan Singh, on Monday assured a delegation of Congress MPs from coastal Andhra and Rayalseema regions that a decision on initiating the formation of separate Telangana state could be taken by Tuesday.
The Prime Minister Dr. Manmohan Singh, on Monday assured a delegation of Congress MPs from coastal Andhra and Rayalseema regions that a decision on initiating the formation of separate Telangana state could be taken by Tuesday.
I have doubts about implementation of Misra Panel's recommendations: Salman Khursheed | ummid.com
I have doubts about implementation of Misra Panel's recommendations: Salman Khursheed ummid.com
Doubtful about implementing the minorities commission recommendations, Minority Affairs Minister Salman Khurhseed Monday said the government was considering quota for backward classes among Muslims within the existing 27 percent reservations for Other Backward Classes (OBC).
Doubtful about implementing the minorities commission recommendations, Minority Affairs Minister Salman Khurhseed Monday said the government was considering quota for backward classes among Muslims within the existing 27 percent reservations for Other Backward Classes (OBC).
Sunday, December 20, 2009
Minorities’ welfare and UPA government initiatives : An analysis | ummid.com
Minorities’ welfare and UPA government initiatives : An analysis ummid.com
For the welfare of minorities Late Prime Minister of India Mrs. Indira Gandhi had released a 20 Point Programme in 1970, in pursuance of which not a single programme was implemented. Then Prime Minister of India Rajiv Gandhi declared a 15 Point Programme among which seven points were to control the communal riots.
For the welfare of minorities Late Prime Minister of India Mrs. Indira Gandhi had released a 20 Point Programme in 1970, in pursuance of which not a single programme was implemented. Then Prime Minister of India Rajiv Gandhi declared a 15 Point Programme among which seven points were to control the communal riots.
Ram and Rahim as Good Neighbors | ummid.com
Ram and Rahim as Good Neighbors ummid.com
The leak and tabling of Liberhan Commission report has created a big turmoil in the country. While most of the sides have been shouting hoarse about their own position on the issue, not much has been talked about the future solution of this vexed problem.
The leak and tabling of Liberhan Commission report has created a big turmoil in the country. While most of the sides have been shouting hoarse about their own position on the issue, not much has been talked about the future solution of this vexed problem.
India’s services sector grew at faster pace in first seven months | ummid.com
India’s services sector grew at faster pace in first seven months ummid.com
India’s services sector expanded at a faster pace in the first seven months of the current fiscal year compared to the like period last year, says a survey conducted by a leading industry body.
India’s services sector expanded at a faster pace in the first seven months of the current fiscal year compared to the like period last year, says a survey conducted by a leading industry body.
'Scrap Presidential order discriminating SC/ST on basis of religion' | ummid.com
'Scrap Presidential order discriminating SC/ST on basis of religion' ummid.com
The Millat Bedari Muhim Committee, (MBMC), Aligarh, in a meeting held at Aligarh on Saturday has whole-heartedly welcomed the presentation of the Justice Ranganath Mishra Commission Report by the UPA Government on the last day of the current session of the Lok Sabha.
The Millat Bedari Muhim Committee, (MBMC), Aligarh, in a meeting held at Aligarh on Saturday has whole-heartedly welcomed the presentation of the Justice Ranganath Mishra Commission Report by the UPA Government on the last day of the current session of the Lok Sabha.
Saturday, December 19, 2009
Gujarat makes voting compulsory in civic elections | ummid.com
Gujarat makes voting compulsory in civic elections ummid.com
Gujarat Saturday became the first state in India to make voting compulsory in all local body elections, with Chief Minister Narendra Modi calling it a “move to strengthen democracy”.
Gujarat Saturday became the first state in India to make voting compulsory in all local body elections, with Chief Minister Narendra Modi calling it a “move to strengthen democracy”.
UK Muslims most patriotic in Europe | ummid.com
UK Muslims most patriotic in Europe ummid.com
The Muslim Council of Britain (MCB) welcomes and commends the excellent work carried out by the Open Society Institute in producing their report, Muslims in Europe: A Report on 11 EU Cities, says a statement issued by the council.
The Muslim Council of Britain (MCB) welcomes and commends the excellent work carried out by the Open Society Institute in producing their report, Muslims in Europe: A Report on 11 EU Cities, says a statement issued by the council.
Christian groups demand immediate implementation of Misra Commission Report | ummid.com
Christian groups demand immediate implementation of Misra Commission Report ummid.com
The Christians groups across the country have welcomed the Indian Union Government tabling the report of the Justice Rangnath Misra Commission in Parliament.
The Christians groups across the country have welcomed the Indian Union Government tabling the report of the Justice Rangnath Misra Commission in Parliament.
Reservation should not kill the competition | ummid.com
Reservation should not kill the competition ummid.com
The Ranganath Commission panel, which recommended reservation for Muslims and other minorities in government jobs, has said that it should not be used to "kill" competitive spirit and initiative.
The Ranganath Commission panel, which recommended reservation for Muslims and other minorities in government jobs, has said that it should not be used to "kill" competitive spirit and initiative.
2009: A year of triumph for Congress and MNS rise | ummid.com
2009: A year of triumph for Congress and MNS rise ummid.com
It was a 'double triumph' for Congress in Maharashtra in 2009 as it not only decimated the BJP-Shiv Sena combine in the Lok Sabha elections, but also won a third term in the state with its ally Nationalist Congress Party.
It was a 'double triumph' for Congress in Maharashtra in 2009 as it not only decimated the BJP-Shiv Sena combine in the Lok Sabha elections, but also won a third term in the state with its ally Nationalist Congress Party.
Mainstream schools to admit autistic children: Sibal | ummid.com
Mainstream schools to admit autistic children: Sibal ummid.com
Mainstream schools in the country may soon have to admit autistic children, Human Resource Development Minister Kapil Sibal said Saturday.
Mainstream schools in the country may soon have to admit autistic children, Human Resource Development Minister Kapil Sibal said Saturday.
Friday, December 18, 2009
Iranian forces cross into Iraq, take control of oil well | ummid.com
Iranian forces cross into Iraq, take control of oil well ummid.com
Iranian forces took control of a southern Iraqi oil well in a disputed section of the border on Friday, US and Iraqi officials told AFP.
Iranian forces took control of a southern Iraqi oil well in a disputed section of the border on Friday, US and Iraqi officials told AFP.
The side of Indian Muslims Sachar Committee missed in its Report | ummid.com
The side of Indian Muslims Sachar Committee missed in its Report ummid.com
“The Government is formulating various laws to combat increasing cases of abortion and deliberate killing of female fetus in womb. The practice has even resulted in gender imbalance. But fortunately for them and for the Government, there is no gender imbalance among Muslims.
“The Government is formulating various laws to combat increasing cases of abortion and deliberate killing of female fetus in womb. The practice has even resulted in gender imbalance. But fortunately for them and for the Government, there is no gender imbalance among Muslims.
Rangnath Commission Report tabled in Parliament VHP threatens stir | ummid.com
Rangnath Commission Report tabled in Parliament VHP threatens stir ummid.com
The report of the National Commission for Religious and Linguistic Minorities, headed by former Chief Justice of India Rangnath Mishra was tabled by Minority Affairs Minister Salman Khurshid in the Lok Sabha on Friday. The move has upset the VHP leadership.
The report of the National Commission for Religious and Linguistic Minorities, headed by former Chief Justice of India Rangnath Mishra was tabled by Minority Affairs Minister Salman Khurshid in the Lok Sabha on Friday. The move has upset the VHP leadership.
LinkedIn in CV? Be cautious, HRs may not like it | ummid.com
LinkedIn in CV? Be cautious, HRs may not like it ummid.com
When Yeshasvini Ramaswamy, Managing Director of E2E Practices, an HR consulting firm heard about candidates boldly boasting their connections by including their LinkedIn links in their resume, she was taken aback.
When Yeshasvini Ramaswamy, Managing Director of E2E Practices, an HR consulting firm heard about candidates boldly boasting their connections by including their LinkedIn links in their resume, she was taken aback.
Time to nail the Iraq lie | ummid.com
Time to nail the Iraq lie ummid.com
How right Edward Gibbon was when he said history is little more than the register of crimes, follies and misfortunes of mankind. But perhaps no register is enough to chronicle the crimes double-speaking and double-dealing politicians routinely commit against humanity.
How right Edward Gibbon was when he said history is little more than the register of crimes, follies and misfortunes of mankind. But perhaps no register is enough to chronicle the crimes double-speaking and double-dealing politicians routinely commit against humanity.
Factsheet: Winter session of Lok Sabha | ummid.com
Factsheet: Winter session of Lok Sabha ummid.com
Factfile showing some of the highlights of the third session of the 15th Lok Sabha:
Factfile showing some of the highlights of the third session of the 15th Lok Sabha:
Sufiya Madani sent to judicial custody | ummid.com
Sufiya Madani sent to judicial custody ummid.com
A Kerala court Friday sent Sufiya Madani, wife of People’s Democratic Party (PDP) chief Abdul Nazir Madani, to 14 days in judicial custody in a bus burning case of 2005.
A Kerala court Friday sent Sufiya Madani, wife of People’s Democratic Party (PDP) chief Abdul Nazir Madani, to 14 days in judicial custody in a bus burning case of 2005.
Thursday, December 17, 2009
Iraqi woman ‘researcher’ causes scare in Ahmedabad | ummid.com
Iraqi woman ‘researcher’ causes scare in Ahmedabad ummid.com
An Iraqi woman who came to Ahmedabad for academic purposes has vanished without a trace, giving the security establishment in Gujarat sleepless nights.
An Iraqi woman who came to Ahmedabad for academic purposes has vanished without a trace, giving the security establishment in Gujarat sleepless nights.
Fascist Mindset clear threat to Indian Secularism: Dammam IFF | ummid.com
Fascist Mindset clear threat to Indian Secularism: Dammam IFF ummid.com
The Saudi Arabia Dammam-based Executive Committee of India Fraternity Forum-Urdu Chapter, has commented that "Fascist Mindset" is a clear threat to Indian Secularism while holding a discussion over the Justice Liberhan's Commission Report and the Babri Masjid Issue.
The Saudi Arabia Dammam-based Executive Committee of India Fraternity Forum-Urdu Chapter, has commented that "Fascist Mindset" is a clear threat to Indian Secularism while holding a discussion over the Justice Liberhan's Commission Report and the Babri Masjid Issue.
Goa blast: Prime accused linked to two more Hindu groups | ummid.com
Goa blast: Prime accused linked to two more Hindu groups ummid.com
The Goa Home Ministry has said Malgonda Patil, prime accused in the Margao blast, was also a managing trustee of two more Hindu organisations besides his association with Sanatan Sanstha.
The Goa Home Ministry has said Malgonda Patil, prime accused in the Margao blast, was also a managing trustee of two more Hindu organisations besides his association with Sanatan Sanstha.
Sufiya Madani denied anticipatory bail, arrested | ummid.com
Sufiya Madani denied anticipatory bail, arrested ummid.com
The Kerala High Court Thursday refused to grant anticipatory bail to Sufiya Madani, wife of People's Democratic Party chief Abdul Nazir Madani, in a bus burning case of 2005. She was arrested shortly after the court's order.
The Kerala High Court Thursday refused to grant anticipatory bail to Sufiya Madani, wife of People's Democratic Party chief Abdul Nazir Madani, in a bus burning case of 2005. She was arrested shortly after the court's order.
Goa blast to be investigated by NIA | ummid.com
Goa blast to be investigated by NIA ummid.com
The Diwali eve blast in Goa that killed two people - reportedly on way to plant bomb - has been formally handed over to the National Investigation Agency (NIA), police here said Thursday.
The Diwali eve blast in Goa that killed two people - reportedly on way to plant bomb - has been formally handed over to the National Investigation Agency (NIA), police here said Thursday.
Wednesday, December 16, 2009
Maharashtra Govt. approves Legislators' Committee to monitor development of minorities | ummid.com
Maharashtra Govt. approves Legislators' Committee to monitor development of minorities ummid.com
Finally, Maharashtra assembly speaker on Monday gave nod to the formation of Legislators' committee to monitor the development work of the minorities.
Finally, Maharashtra assembly speaker on Monday gave nod to the formation of Legislators' committee to monitor the development work of the minorities.
'US backing to Israel reason for the Middle-East crisis' | ummid.com
'US backing to Israel reason for the Middle-East crisis' ummid.com
In an interview published in the International Herald Tribune on Wednesday, Prince Saud said: “Absolute US backing ... has made Israel see the option of living in the area without the acceptance of the people of the area. This has led to many years of conflict between Israel and the Palestinians.”
In an interview published in the International Herald Tribune on Wednesday, Prince Saud said: “Absolute US backing ... has made Israel see the option of living in the area without the acceptance of the people of the area. This has led to many years of conflict between Israel and the Palestinians.”
Delhi Sanskriti School pulled up for bias | ummid.com
Delhi Sanskriti School pulled up for bias ummid.com
Taking serious view of the fact that Sanskriti School in the capital was following discriminatory policies, the Delhi High Court asked the well known school to explain its criteria for admission.
Taking serious view of the fact that Sanskriti School in the capital was following discriminatory policies, the Delhi High Court asked the well known school to explain its criteria for admission.
NIT-Warangal signs MoU with Swedish university | ummid.com
NIT-Warangal signs MoU with Swedish university ummid.com
National Institute of Technology, Warangal (NIT-W), Wednesday signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Malardalen University (MDH), Sweden, to promote collaboration in innovation, design and engineering in embedded systems, real-time systems and software engineering.
National Institute of Technology, Warangal (NIT-W), Wednesday signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Malardalen University (MDH), Sweden, to promote collaboration in innovation, design and engineering in embedded systems, real-time systems and software engineering.
Indian professor Germany’s youngest university chief | ummid.com
Indian professor Germany’s youngest university chief ummid.com
Joybrato Mukherjee, a 36-year-old professor of English whose parents immigrated from India, became Germany’s youngest chief executive of a university Wednesday.
Joybrato Mukherjee, a 36-year-old professor of English whose parents immigrated from India, became Germany’s youngest chief executive of a university Wednesday.
HRD ministry to discuss the failed online CAT test | ummid.com
HRD ministry to discuss the failed online CAT test ummid.com
Displeased over thousands of students failing to write the Common Admission Test (CAT) on account of technical problems, the Human Resource Development (HRD) Ministry has today called for a meeting of all IIM directors to discuss the issue and express its concerns.
Displeased over thousands of students failing to write the Common Admission Test (CAT) on account of technical problems, the Human Resource Development (HRD) Ministry has today called for a meeting of all IIM directors to discuss the issue and express its concerns.
Tuesday, December 15, 2009
Ghettoes in the making | ummid.com
Ghettoes in the making ummid.com
per the report in a section of media recently (November 2009) UK based Muslim charities have warned the Muslims living in the relief colonies set up in the wake of Gujarat carnage, that they must abide with a code of conduct, no TV, no music, education only in Madrassa, particular type of cap and beard for men, hijab for women, etc.
per the report in a section of media recently (November 2009) UK based Muslim charities have warned the Muslims living in the relief colonies set up in the wake of Gujarat carnage, that they must abide with a code of conduct, no TV, no music, education only in Madrassa, particular type of cap and beard for men, hijab for women, etc.
How biases affect scenarios of moral dilemma | ummid.com
How biases affect scenarios of moral dilemma ummid.com
When it comes to situations involving moral dilemmas, an individual’s moral judgment is strongly guided by abstract moral principles. But, researchers of a study see a problem with this approach.
When it comes to situations involving moral dilemmas, an individual’s moral judgment is strongly guided by abstract moral principles. But, researchers of a study see a problem with this approach.
After LS and Assembly, Congress loses Mayor election in Malegaon | ummid.com
After LS and Assembly, Congress loses Mayor election in Malegaon ummid.com
Amid high drama and contrary to widely publicised speculations, the Indian National Congress (INC) candidate Ejaz Baig faced humiliating defeat in the mayor election for the Malegaon Municipal Corporation (MMC) that held today morning.
Amid high drama and contrary to widely publicised speculations, the Indian National Congress (INC) candidate Ejaz Baig faced humiliating defeat in the mayor election for the Malegaon Municipal Corporation (MMC) that held today morning.
Monday, December 14, 2009
IGNOU to set up 200 community colleges | ummid.com
IGNOU to set up 200 community colleges ummid.com
The Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU) will open 200 community colleges in the country, Vice-Chancellor V.N. Rajasekharan Pillai has said
The Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU) will open 200 community colleges in the country, Vice-Chancellor V.N. Rajasekharan Pillai has said
'Now time to create infra-structure & pool resources for Muslim students' | ummid.com
'Now time to create infra-structure & pool resources for Muslim students' ummid.com
There is no need of awareness towards education as Muslim Ummah in India is now well aware of its educational responsibilities and is eager to adorn itself with quality education. Now the time has come to create infra-structure facilities and to pool in resources to fulfill their educational dreams and aspirations.
There is no need of awareness towards education as Muslim Ummah in India is now well aware of its educational responsibilities and is eager to adorn itself with quality education. Now the time has come to create infra-structure facilities and to pool in resources to fulfill their educational dreams and aspirations.
Punjab government disaffiliates 187 schools | ummid.com
Punjab government disaffiliates 187 schools ummid.com
The future of thousands of students in schools across Punjab hangs in the balance with the Punjab School Education Board (PSEB) deciding to disaffiliate 187 schools in the state for not adhering to rules.
The future of thousands of students in schools across Punjab hangs in the balance with the Punjab School Education Board (PSEB) deciding to disaffiliate 187 schools in the state for not adhering to rules.
Tony Blair’s “sycophancy” towards Washington involved Britain in Iraq war | ummid.com
Tony Blair’s “sycophancy” towards Washington involved Britain in Iraq war ummid.com
Former British Prime Minister Tony Blair’s “sycophancy” towards Washington and the failure of the governing class to speak the truth were cited as key factors for Britain’s involvement in the second Gulf war against Iraq in 2003.
Former British Prime Minister Tony Blair’s “sycophancy” towards Washington and the failure of the governing class to speak the truth were cited as key factors for Britain’s involvement in the second Gulf war against Iraq in 2003.
Hyderabad Nizam's heiress saved from jail term by SC | ummid.com
Hyderabad Nizam's heiress saved from jail term by SC ummid.com
The Supreme Court Monday rescued Princess Fatima Fouzia, the 65-year-old grand-daughter of Hyderabad's seventh Nizam, Mir Osman Ali Khan, from a two-year jail term in a case of bouncing of a Rs.10.115 million cheque she issued in July 2007.
The Supreme Court Monday rescued Princess Fatima Fouzia, the 65-year-old grand-daughter of Hyderabad's seventh Nizam, Mir Osman Ali Khan, from a two-year jail term in a case of bouncing of a Rs.10.115 million cheque she issued in July 2007.
Young Muslim Beacon Awards 2009 – Tuesday 15 December 2009 | ummid.com
Young Muslim Beacon Awards 2009 – Tuesday 15 December 2009 ummid.com
Young Muslim Beacon Awards 2009 – Tuesday 15 December 2009
Young Muslim Beacon Awards 2009 – Tuesday 15 December 2009
Dubai gets $10bn from Abu Dhabi to control crisis | ummid.com
Dubai gets $10bn from Abu Dhabi to control crisis ummid.com
Dubai's government has said it has received $10bn from Abu Dhabi to help it repay an Islamic bond and fund the troubled property developer Dubai World.
Dubai's government has said it has received $10bn from Abu Dhabi to help it repay an Islamic bond and fund the troubled property developer Dubai World.
Pro-Vidarbha activists halt train near Nagpur | ummid.com
Pro-Vidarbha activists halt train near Nagpur ummid.com
The old demand for carving out a separate state of Vidarbha from Maharashtra was intensified Monday when some activists stopped the Vidarbha Express near here.
The old demand for carving out a separate state of Vidarbha from Maharashtra was intensified Monday when some activists stopped the Vidarbha Express near here.
Sunday, December 13, 2009
Unrest in Andhra: No more hunger strike, police to Cong MP | ummid.com
Unrest in Andhra: No more hunger strike, police to Cong MP ummid.com
No permission has been given to Congress MP from Vijayawada L Rajagopal to observe his proposed hunger strike in Hyderabad from Monday for a unified Andhra Pradesh, police said.
No permission has been given to Congress MP from Vijayawada L Rajagopal to observe his proposed hunger strike in Hyderabad from Monday for a unified Andhra Pradesh, police said.
Unrest in Andhra: No more hunger strike, police to Cong MP | ummid.com
Unrest in Andhra: No more hunger strike, police to Cong MP ummid.com
No permission has been given to Congress MP from Vijayawada L Rajagopal to observe his proposed hunger strike in Hyderabad from Monday for a unified Andhra Pradesh, police said.
No permission has been given to Congress MP from Vijayawada L Rajagopal to observe his proposed hunger strike in Hyderabad from Monday for a unified Andhra Pradesh, police said.
A New Muslim identity emerging in different regions and social classes: VP | ummid.com
A New Muslim identity emerging in different regions and social classes: VP ummid.com
Suggesting ways for Muslim empowerment, advising the community to come out of 'sense of victim-hood', neglect of Urdu by the government, discrimination of Muslim women and the minority status of Aligarh Muslim University (AMU) everything found a clear mention when the Vice-President, Hamid Ansari took the stage to deliver Khuda Baksh Memorial Lecture at Patna, Bihar yesterday.
Suggesting ways for Muslim empowerment, advising the community to come out of 'sense of victim-hood', neglect of Urdu by the government, discrimination of Muslim women and the minority status of Aligarh Muslim University (AMU) everything found a clear mention when the Vice-President, Hamid Ansari took the stage to deliver Khuda Baksh Memorial Lecture at Patna, Bihar yesterday.
Saturday, December 12, 2009
'Political Islam and US imperialism need to be opposed strongly' | ummid.com
'Political Islam and US imperialism need to be opposed strongly' ummid.com
B. Ekbal, former Vice-Chancellor of the University of Kerala, has said that political Islam that advocates the religion’s capture of political power has to be seen as no less dangerous than the fascist Hindutva forces
B. Ekbal, former Vice-Chancellor of the University of Kerala, has said that political Islam that advocates the religion’s capture of political power has to be seen as no less dangerous than the fascist Hindutva forces
Grassroots media finds a voice | ummid.com
Grassroots media finds a voice ummid.com
It is not yet 5 p.m. but the light has started fading in Rampur-Mathura, a village of barely 5,000 people, in Sitapur district. A group of village elders settle down comfortably in wooden chairs around a small fire lit under a tree.
It is not yet 5 p.m. but the light has started fading in Rampur-Mathura, a village of barely 5,000 people, in Sitapur district. A group of village elders settle down comfortably in wooden chairs around a small fire lit under a tree.
Israel withholding remains of hundreds of Palestinians in secret cemeteries | ummid.com
Israel withholding remains of hundreds of Palestinians in secret cemeteries ummid.com
Palestinian Minister of Detainees and Ex-detainees Issa Qaraqi’ said Saturday that Israeli authorities have been withholding for years the remains of some 300 Palestinians killed in combat in secret cemeteries known as the “Cemeteries of Numbers”
Palestinian Minister of Detainees and Ex-detainees Issa Qaraqi’ said Saturday that Israeli authorities have been withholding for years the remains of some 300 Palestinians killed in combat in secret cemeteries known as the “Cemeteries of Numbers”
Kerala Govt. says NO to legislation against forced conversion | ummid.com
Kerala Govt. says NO to legislation against forced conversion ummid.com
The Kerala state government was not considering legislation against forced religious conversions said the state Law Minister M Vijayakumar. He explained that the government would consider all the related factors when the matter came to its consideration. He was talking to the mediapersons in Malappuram.
The Kerala state government was not considering legislation against forced religious conversions said the state Law Minister M Vijayakumar. He explained that the government would consider all the related factors when the matter came to its consideration. He was talking to the mediapersons in Malappuram.
Telangana and Muslims | ummid.com
Telangana and Muslims ummid.com
As the Telangana cauldron boils over moves are already afoot to paint the dispute in communal colors and make the region's Muslims the proverbial sacrificial lamb. The mainstream media has been a party in this mis-characterization of the entire Muslim community as opposed to the the separate state.
As the Telangana cauldron boils over moves are already afoot to paint the dispute in communal colors and make the region's Muslims the proverbial sacrificial lamb. The mainstream media has been a party in this mis-characterization of the entire Muslim community as opposed to the the separate state.
Friday, December 11, 2009
Sikh with Turban, unshorn hair taken back in US Army | ummid.com
Sikh with Turban, unshorn hair taken back in US Army ummid.com
A campaign by Sikhs in America has resulted in the US Army accepting another Sikh recruit for active duty with his religious identity intact. It will be for the first time in 23 years that Sikhs will serve in the US Army with their turbans and unshorn hair.
A campaign by Sikhs in America has resulted in the US Army accepting another Sikh recruit for active duty with his religious identity intact. It will be for the first time in 23 years that Sikhs will serve in the US Army with their turbans and unshorn hair.
Telangana Effect: Mayawati seeks separate Bundelkhand, West UP | ummid.com
Telangana Effect: Mayawati seeks separate Bundelkhand, West UP ummid.com
Even as the storm brewed after the center gave nod to creation of Telangana was still to cool down, experts had anticipated that the decision would open the Pandora' box. There apprehensions became a reality when Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Mayawati
Even as the storm brewed after the center gave nod to creation of Telangana was still to cool down, experts had anticipated that the decision would open the Pandora' box. There apprehensions became a reality when Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Mayawati
Pillai retracts says decision on Hyderabad will be with consensus | ummid.com
Pillai retracts says decision on Hyderabad will be with consensus ummid.com
Union Home Secretary G.K. Pillai on Friday retracted from his earlier stand that Hyderabad would be the capital of the proposed Telangana state, saying the decision will be taken with consensus by the Centre.
Union Home Secretary G.K. Pillai on Friday retracted from his earlier stand that Hyderabad would be the capital of the proposed Telangana state, saying the decision will be taken with consensus by the Centre.
Families of deceased kar sevaks slam RSS, Advani | ummid.com
Families of deceased kar sevaks slam RSS, Advani ummid.com
The families of kar sevaks killed during the Babri Mosque demolition in Ayodhya, today slammed the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) and senior Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader L K Advani for deserting them.
The families of kar sevaks killed during the Babri Mosque demolition in Ayodhya, today slammed the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) and senior Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader L K Advani for deserting them.
Britain, US talked of toppling Saddam in 2001 | ummid.com
Britain, US talked of toppling Saddam in 2001 ummid.com
Britain and the US were considering measures to bring down the Saddam Hussein regime in 2001, two years before the second Gulf War, the head of MI6 has said.
Britain and the US were considering measures to bring down the Saddam Hussein regime in 2001, two years before the second Gulf War, the head of MI6 has said.
Centre not for a hasty decision on Telangana: PM | ummid.com
Centre not for a hasty decision on Telangana: PM ummid.com
Prime Minister Manmohan Singh today assured lawmakers of coastal Andhra and Rayalaseema that the Central Government would not do anything in haste on the Telangana issue.
Prime Minister Manmohan Singh today assured lawmakers of coastal Andhra and Rayalaseema that the Central Government would not do anything in haste on the Telangana issue.
Thursday, December 10, 2009
Tortured Wipro techie takes bosses to court | ummid.com
Tortured Wipro techie takes bosses to court ummid.com
Accusing his bosses in Wipro of forcing him to resign from his job, an ex-Wipro employee filed a court case seeking an order for the police to investigate the matter. Ram Mohan had alleged that earlier the police did not look into his grievances. It was earlier reported that Mohan had complained to the police about the harassment, but he said that no action was taken by them .
Accusing his bosses in Wipro of forcing him to resign from his job, an ex-Wipro employee filed a court case seeking an order for the police to investigate the matter. Ram Mohan had alleged that earlier the police did not look into his grievances. It was earlier reported that Mohan had complained to the police about the harassment, but he said that no action was taken by them .
Massive protests in Andhra, Rayalseema over Telangana state | ummid.com
Massive protests in Andhra, Rayalseema over Telangana state ummid.com
Life in parts of Andhra and Rayalaseema regions were affected Friday in response to a daylong shutdown to protest the proposed division of Andhra Pradesh.
Life in parts of Andhra and Rayalaseema regions were affected Friday in response to a daylong shutdown to protest the proposed division of Andhra Pradesh.
Israel set to turn Aqsa museum into a synagogue | ummid.com
Israel set to turn Aqsa museum into a synagogue ummid.com
The head of the northern branch of the Islamic Movement in Israel, has claimed there are Israeli plans to empty the museum of Al-Aqsa Mosque and turn it into a synagogue, reports Arab News.
The head of the northern branch of the Islamic Movement in Israel, has claimed there are Israeli plans to empty the museum of Al-Aqsa Mosque and turn it into a synagogue, reports Arab News.
Barack Obama accepts the Nobel Peace Prize for 2009 | ummid.com
Barack Obama accepts the Nobel Peace Prize for 2009 ummid.com
In a star-studded ceremony in Oslo, the US President Barack Obama accepted the Nobel Peace Prize for 2009 for his endeavors in establishing peace in the world. The ceremony started with a conclave of cars that stopped at the auditorium and the huge limousine stopped just right at the red carpet and the illustrious recipient and the other dignitaries came forward and entered the hall amidst a gushing welcome.
In a star-studded ceremony in Oslo, the US President Barack Obama accepted the Nobel Peace Prize for 2009 for his endeavors in establishing peace in the world. The ceremony started with a conclave of cars that stopped at the auditorium and the huge limousine stopped just right at the red carpet and the illustrious recipient and the other dignitaries came forward and entered the hall amidst a gushing welcome.
University of Nebraska on mission to collaborate with Indian Universities | ummid.com
University of Nebraska on mission to collaborate with Indian Universities ummid.com
The University of Nebraska is eager to collaborate with Indian educational institutes and universities in the field of research and institute student exchange programmes President of the Nebraska University James B. Milliken was in India on a ten-day visit which concluded Wednesday
The University of Nebraska is eager to collaborate with Indian educational institutes and universities in the field of research and institute student exchange programmes President of the Nebraska University James B. Milliken was in India on a ten-day visit which concluded Wednesday
BJP driving country in wrong direction, says Congress | ummid.com
BJP driving country in wrong direction, says Congress ummid.com
Terming Bharatiya Janata Party's (BJP) position on demolition of the Babri mosque as a "national shame", the Congress said Thursday that the opposition party was taking the country in a wrong direction "in the name of Lord Ram".
Terming Bharatiya Janata Party's (BJP) position on demolition of the Babri mosque as a "national shame", the Congress said Thursday that the opposition party was taking the country in a wrong direction "in the name of Lord Ram".
‘Birth of Telangana can open Pandora’s box’ | ummid.com
‘Birth of Telangana can open Pandora’s box’ ummid.com
The government’s nod to a separate Telangana state while being a good thing democratically in meeting regional aspirations could also open a “Pandora’s box” of political problems, say experts and politicians.
The government’s nod to a separate Telangana state while being a good thing democratically in meeting regional aspirations could also open a “Pandora’s box” of political problems, say experts and politicians.
Thackeray’s sick mind unable to accept Muslim as PM of India: SDPI | ummid.com
Thackeray’s sick mind unable to accept Muslim as PM of India: SDPI ummid.com
The Social Democratic Party of India, (SDPI), has taken strong exception to the Shiv Sena chief Bal Thackeray's statement about Rahul Gandhi's remarks on a Muslim being elevated to the top post of Prime Minister of India.
The Social Democratic Party of India, (SDPI), has taken strong exception to the Shiv Sena chief Bal Thackeray's statement about Rahul Gandhi's remarks on a Muslim being elevated to the top post of Prime Minister of India.
Row over Telangana: Cong, TDP MLAs resign en masse | ummid.com
Row over Telangana: Cong, TDP MLAs resign en masse ummid.com
The Centre's decision to carve out a separate state of Telangana instead of dying down the issue created ripples in political parties in Andhra Pradesh today with as many as 60 legislators and three MLCs from the Congress, TDP and Praja Rajya Party submitting their resignation to the Speaker.
The Centre's decision to carve out a separate state of Telangana instead of dying down the issue created ripples in political parties in Andhra Pradesh today with as many as 60 legislators and three MLCs from the Congress, TDP and Praja Rajya Party submitting their resignation to the Speaker.
Islamic Banking more than Muslims beneficial for India: British Advisor | ummid.com
Islamic Banking more than Muslims beneficial for India: British Advisor ummid.com
The Islamic Banking and Finance system will benefit the development of India more than the Muslim community here, said Mufti Abdul Kadir Barkatullah, Islamic Shariah Advisor to several banks and financial institutions in Britain. He was interacting with media persons Wednesday at India Islamic Cultural Centre in New Delhi.
The Islamic Banking and Finance system will benefit the development of India more than the Muslim community here, said Mufti Abdul Kadir Barkatullah, Islamic Shariah Advisor to several banks and financial institutions in Britain. He was interacting with media persons Wednesday at India Islamic Cultural Centre in New Delhi.
Centre concedes demand for separate Telangana state | ummid.com
Centre concedes demand for separate Telangana state ummid.com
Buckling under pressure the Centre on Wednesday night conceded the demand for a separate Telangana State for which the process will be initiated and an appropriate resolution moved in the Andhra Pradesh Assembly.
Buckling under pressure the Centre on Wednesday night conceded the demand for a separate Telangana State for which the process will be initiated and an appropriate resolution moved in the Andhra Pradesh Assembly.
Wednesday, December 9, 2009
'Love Jihad' exists says Kerala HC, asks law to check it | ummid.com
'Love Jihad' exists says Kerala HC, asks law to check it ummid.com
The flip-flop on inter-caste marriages in Kerala that a section in the media terms as 'Love Jihad' or 'Forceful Conversion' took a new turn when Kerala High Court said it found traces of such acts.
The flip-flop on inter-caste marriages in Kerala that a section in the media terms as 'Love Jihad' or 'Forceful Conversion' took a new turn when Kerala High Court said it found traces of such acts.
Tuesday, December 8, 2009
'Decision to form Islamic Banking dangerous for India' | ummid.com
'Decision to form Islamic Banking dangerous for India' ummid.com
Janata Party president Subramanian Swamy on Tuesday criticised the LDF government’s decision to accord sanction for formation of an Islamic banking company by the Kerala State Industrial Development Corporation (KSIDC),
Janata Party president Subramanian Swamy on Tuesday criticised the LDF government’s decision to accord sanction for formation of an Islamic banking company by the Kerala State Industrial Development Corporation (KSIDC),
AMU invaluable intellectual treasure of the country, says Rahul Gandhi | ummid.com
AMU invaluable intellectual treasure of the country, says Rahul Gandhi ummid.com
“Democracy has been flourishing in the country but no political party pays heed to the concept of internal democracy”, said Rahul Gandhi, MP and General Secretary of the Congress while interacting with the students at Aligarh Muslim University, Aligarh.
“Democracy has been flourishing in the country but no political party pays heed to the concept of internal democracy”, said Rahul Gandhi, MP and General Secretary of the Congress while interacting with the students at Aligarh Muslim University, Aligarh.
Monday, December 7, 2009
IIT-Gandhinagar draws top NRI professors | ummid.com
IIT-Gandhinagar draws top NRI professors ummid.com
Nearly half of the 700-odd applications received by the newly opened Indian Institute of Technology (IIT)- Gandhinagar for faculty positions are from NRIs, teaching in premiere universities all over the world.
Nearly half of the 700-odd applications received by the newly opened Indian Institute of Technology (IIT)- Gandhinagar for faculty positions are from NRIs, teaching in premiere universities all over the world.
Tech Pioneers: 2 Indian-founded firms among giants in 2010 | ummid.com
Tech Pioneers: 2 Indian-founded firms among giants in 2010 ummid.com
Vihan Network, for developing a solar-powered GSM system, and Bloom Energy, for developing method to convert renewable and traditional fuels into electricity, have been recognized as Technology Pioneers in 2010 along with 26 other companies by the World Economic Forum.
Vihan Network, for developing a solar-powered GSM system, and Bloom Energy, for developing method to convert renewable and traditional fuels into electricity, have been recognized as Technology Pioneers in 2010 along with 26 other companies by the World Economic Forum.
Congress MPs criticise fielding Pal first in Liberhan debate | ummid.com
Congress MPs criticise fielding Pal first in Liberhan debate ummid.com
There was some discomfort among Congress MPs over the party's choice to field Jagadambika Pal, an MP from Uttar Pradesh, as its first speaker in the debate on the Liberhan report with a section feeling he should not have been chosen as his name figures in the panel report.
There was some discomfort among Congress MPs over the party's choice to field Jagadambika Pal, an MP from Uttar Pradesh, as its first speaker in the debate on the Liberhan report with a section feeling he should not have been chosen as his name figures in the panel report.
Babri debate: 'Liberhan Report baseless and biased' | ummid.com
Babri debate: 'Liberhan Report baseless and biased' ummid.com
The BJP on Monday said the demolition of the disputed structure at Ayodhya was a result of public anger and asserted that it would build a Ram temple at the same site for "national justice", as it slammed the Liberhan Commission report as "a political document" which is "biased".
The BJP on Monday said the demolition of the disputed structure at Ayodhya was a result of public anger and asserted that it would build a Ram temple at the same site for "national justice", as it slammed the Liberhan Commission report as "a political document" which is "biased".
Sunday, December 6, 2009
Liberhan Commission: Painful wait for Justice | ummid.com
Liberhan Commission: Painful wait for Justice ummid.com
Liberhan commission submitted its four volume report to the Government on 30 of June 2009. It might have been one of the longest times taken by any commission. Liberhan’s claim that the report got delayed due to non cooperation of leaders
Liberhan commission submitted its four volume report to the Government on 30 of June 2009. It might have been one of the longest times taken by any commission. Liberhan’s claim that the report got delayed due to non cooperation of leaders
Protests, celebrations mark 17th Anniversary of Babri Masjid | ummid.com
Protests, celebrations mark 17th Anniversary of Babri Masjid ummid.com
In a charged atmosphere in the wake of the Liberhan Commission's findings on the demolition of Babri Masjid, the 17th anniversary of the tragic incident was observed peacefully amid tight security in Ayodhya and other places in the country.
In a charged atmosphere in the wake of the Liberhan Commission's findings on the demolition of Babri Masjid, the 17th anniversary of the tragic incident was observed peacefully amid tight security in Ayodhya and other places in the country.
Lok Sabha to debate Liberhan report Monday, Tuesday | ummid.com
Lok Sabha to debate Liberhan report Monday, Tuesday ummid.com
Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) president Rajnath Singh and the deputy leader in Lok Sabha Sushma Swaraj will present the party’s view on the Liberhan Commission report and the Action Taken Report (ATR) as the house debates it Monday and Tuesday.
Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) president Rajnath Singh and the deputy leader in Lok Sabha Sushma Swaraj will present the party’s view on the Liberhan Commission report and the Action Taken Report (ATR) as the house debates it Monday and Tuesday.
Zoya Hassan, three others bag awards at Singapore Film Festival | ummid.com
Zoya Hassan, three others bag awards at Singapore Film Festival ummid.com
Debutant director Sona Jain’s feature film “For Real” has won four awards at the Asian Festival of First Films in Singapore.
Debutant director Sona Jain’s feature film “For Real” has won four awards at the Asian Festival of First Films in Singapore.
Goa blast accused carried trial runs before their plan targeting Diwali | ummid.com
Goa blast accused carried trial runs before their plan targeting Diwali ummid.com
About two months before they allegedly planned to explode bombs at Diwali celebrations in Goa on October 16, the Sanatan Sanstha members and their accomplices are believed to have conducted at least three successful trial runs in Goa and Maharashtra, reports Indian Express.
About two months before they allegedly planned to explode bombs at Diwali celebrations in Goa on October 16, the Sanatan Sanstha members and their accomplices are believed to have conducted at least three successful trial runs in Goa and Maharashtra, reports Indian Express.
Indian American Muslim group demands action against Babri accused | ummid.com
Indian American Muslim group demands action against Babri accused ummid.com
Indian Muslim Council-USA demands the Indian government to bring the people involved in the demolition of the Babri Mosque as identified in the Report of the Liberhan Commission to justice.
Indian Muslim Council-USA demands the Indian government to bring the people involved in the demolition of the Babri Mosque as identified in the Report of the Liberhan Commission to justice.
UK Indian Muslims urge British Govt. to declare Babri culprits persona non grata | ummid.com
UK Indian Muslims urge British Govt. to declare Babri culprits persona non grata ummid.com
British Indian Muslims have urged British Government to declare the 68 people found guilty by the Justice Liberhan Commission for the demolition of 16th centaury Babri Mosque on 6 December 1992 persona non grata.
British Indian Muslims have urged British Government to declare the 68 people found guilty by the Justice Liberhan Commission for the demolition of 16th centaury Babri Mosque on 6 December 1992 persona non grata.
Saturday, December 5, 2009
Nationwide protests demanding punishment to Babri Masjid demolition culprits | ummid.com
Nationwide protests demanding punishment to Babri Masjid demolition culprits ummid.com
Even as NGOs, Rights Activists and a vast majority of secular people in India join hands to demand rebuilding of the demolished mosque, Nationwide protests demanding punishment to the culprits involved in the demolition of the historic Babri Masjid on December 6 in 1992 are planned today.
Even as NGOs, Rights Activists and a vast majority of secular people in India join hands to demand rebuilding of the demolished mosque, Nationwide protests demanding punishment to the culprits involved in the demolition of the historic Babri Masjid on December 6 in 1992 are planned today.
Minaret message to Muslims in Europe | ummid.com
Minaret message to Muslims in Europe ummid.com
The Swiss people have voted: They do not want minarets in their landscape. The first reaction from the European establishment was condemnation and indignation, and then slowly, other voices are coming to the fore.
The Swiss people have voted: They do not want minarets in their landscape. The first reaction from the European establishment was condemnation and indignation, and then slowly, other voices are coming to the fore.
SC gives lifer to 6 for Dalit killings, urges to abolish caste system | ummid.com
SC gives lifer to 6 for Dalit killings, urges to abolish caste system ummid.com
While sentencing life imprisonment to the six accused from upper caste Thakurs in Uttar Pradesh involved in killing of eight Dalits thirty years ago, the Supreme Court (SC) December 5, 2009 said caste system should be abolished soon for ensuring rule of law and smooth functioning of democracy.
While sentencing life imprisonment to the six accused from upper caste Thakurs in Uttar Pradesh involved in killing of eight Dalits thirty years ago, the Supreme Court (SC) December 5, 2009 said caste system should be abolished soon for ensuring rule of law and smooth functioning of democracy.
Mausam Noor Cong MP from Malda weds classmate | ummid.com
Mausam Noor Cong MP from Malda weds classmate ummid.com
Resplendent in a green zardosi sari, Congress MP Mausam Benazir Noor, the niece of late central minister A.B.A. Ghani Khan Chowdhury, Saturday tied the knot with her long-time sweetheart Mirza Kayesh Begg at a glittering ceremony in this northern West Bengal town.
Resplendent in a green zardosi sari, Congress MP Mausam Benazir Noor, the niece of late central minister A.B.A. Ghani Khan Chowdhury, Saturday tied the knot with her long-time sweetheart Mirza Kayesh Begg at a glittering ceremony in this northern West Bengal town.
AFMI Sir Syed award for 2009 goes to Mumbarak Kapdi | ummid.com
AFMI Sir Syed award for 2009 goes to Mumbarak Kapdi ummid.com
The American Federation of Muslims of Indian Origin (AFMI) today announced the recipients of its Sir Syed and Meer Taqi Meer Awards for the year 2009, reports the official website of AFMI.
The American Federation of Muslims of Indian Origin (AFMI) today announced the recipients of its Sir Syed and Meer Taqi Meer Awards for the year 2009, reports the official website of AFMI.
Anti Riots Bill: Left cautious, BJP objects some provisions | ummid.com
Anti Riots Bill: Left cautious, BJP objects some provisions ummid.com
As the government prepared to table a bill to check communal violence in parliament, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) slammed some of the legislation's provisions while the Left parties said they would wait to see if their suggestions had been incorporated in the proposed law.
As the government prepared to table a bill to check communal violence in parliament, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) slammed some of the legislation's provisions while the Left parties said they would wait to see if their suggestions had been incorporated in the proposed law.
Babri Masjid demolition: High alerts in states on anniversary | ummid.com
Babri Masjid demolition: High alerts in states on anniversary ummid.com
The Home Ministry in India on Friday asked all states to remain on high alert on December 6 - the 17th anniversary of the Babri Masjid demolition. The Ministry also asked states to deploy security forces in sensitive places.
The Home Ministry in India on Friday asked all states to remain on high alert on December 6 - the 17th anniversary of the Babri Masjid demolition. The Ministry also asked states to deploy security forces in sensitive places.
No question of regret over Babri demolition: Mohan Bhagwat | ummid.com
No question of regret over Babri demolition: Mohan Bhagwat ummid.com
On the eve of the Babri Masjid demolition anniversary, Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) chief Mohan Bhagwat said Saturday that the Hindu group has “no regrets” about the razing of the mosque in Ayodhya 17 years ago.
On the eve of the Babri Masjid demolition anniversary, Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) chief Mohan Bhagwat said Saturday that the Hindu group has “no regrets” about the razing of the mosque in Ayodhya 17 years ago.
Thursday, December 3, 2009
Babri Anniversary: SP to observe Dec 6 as black day | ummid.com
Babri Anniversary: SP to observe Dec 6 as black day ummid.com
The Samajwadi Party (SP) Thursday said it would observe the anniversary of the Babri Mosque demolition Dec 6 as a "black day". It accused the Congress-led central government of giving a clean chit to former prime minister P.V. Narasimha Rao as an "expression of gratitude".
The Samajwadi Party (SP) Thursday said it would observe the anniversary of the Babri Mosque demolition Dec 6 as a "black day". It accused the Congress-led central government of giving a clean chit to former prime minister P.V. Narasimha Rao as an "expression of gratitude".
Katiyar to make 'revelations' about Babri demolition Dec 6 | ummid.com
Katiyar to make 'revelations' about Babri demolition Dec 6 ummid.com
Bhartiya Janata Party (BJP) leader Vinay Katiyar Thursday said he will make certain "startling revelations" about the razing of the Babri Mosque in Ayodhya Dec 6, 1992, on the 17th anniversary of the incident Sunday.
Bhartiya Janata Party (BJP) leader Vinay Katiyar Thursday said he will make certain "startling revelations" about the razing of the Babri Mosque in Ayodhya Dec 6, 1992, on the 17th anniversary of the incident Sunday.
Candle-light vigil torchlight rallies mark eve of 25th Anniversary of Bhopal Gas Tragedy | ummid.com
Candle-light vigil torchlight rallies mark eve of 25th Anniversary of Bhopal Gas Tragedy ummid.com
The Samajwadi Party (SP) Thursday said it would observe the anniversary of the Babri Mosque demolition Dec 6 as a "black day". It accused the Congress-led central government of giving a clean chit to former prime minister P.V. Narasimha Rao as an "expression of gratitude".
The Samajwadi Party (SP) Thursday said it would observe the anniversary of the Babri Mosque demolition Dec 6 as a "black day". It accused the Congress-led central government of giving a clean chit to former prime minister P.V. Narasimha Rao as an "expression of gratitude".
Chidambaram’s ‘Hindu Terrorist’ remark in RS irks BJP | ummid.com
Chidambaram’s ‘Hindu Terrorist’ remark in RS irks BJP ummid.com
For years indulging in hate campaign against Indian Muslim while taking political mileage out of the dirty propaganda about 'Jihadi Terrorism' , 'Muslim Terrorists' and targeting Islam and dragging the whole Muslim community for the ongoing terrorist activities in various parts of the world, BJP was irked when during the discussion on internal security Wednesday in Rajya Sabha (RS) Home Minister P. Chidambaram used the word 'Hindu Terrorists'.
For years indulging in hate campaign against Indian Muslim while taking political mileage out of the dirty propaganda about 'Jihadi Terrorism' , 'Muslim Terrorists' and targeting Islam and dragging the whole Muslim community for the ongoing terrorist activities in various parts of the world, BJP was irked when during the discussion on internal security Wednesday in Rajya Sabha (RS) Home Minister P. Chidambaram used the word 'Hindu Terrorists'.
Wednesday, December 2, 2009
Empty Swiss Bank accounts, Turkish minister urges Muslims | ummid.com
Empty Swiss Bank accounts, Turkish minister urges Muslims ummid.com
Muslims should consider withdrawing their money from Swiss bank accounts in response to the country’s ban on construction of minarets, a Turkish minister said.
Muslims should consider withdrawing their money from Swiss bank accounts in response to the country’s ban on construction of minarets, a Turkish minister said.
Listen To The Muslim Woman’s Voice | ummid.com
Listen To The Muslim Woman’s Voice ummid.com
India’s largest minority population lives in poverty and socio-economic exclusion even after 62 years of Independence. Muslims live in ghettos across the country with a persistent feeling of fear and insecurity.
India’s largest minority population lives in poverty and socio-economic exclusion even after 62 years of Independence. Muslims live in ghettos across the country with a persistent feeling of fear and insecurity.
Liberhan report, demolition anniversary…but Ayodhya remains silent | ummid.com
Liberhan report, demolition anniversary…but Ayodhya remains silent ummid.com
The Liberhan Commission report might be creating ripples in the corridors of power in New Delhi. And preparations for the 17th anniversary of the demolition of the Babri Mosque Dec 6 might also be in full swing. Yet, back on ground zero, all appears to be quiet.
The Liberhan Commission report might be creating ripples in the corridors of power in New Delhi. And preparations for the 17th anniversary of the demolition of the Babri Mosque Dec 6 might also be in full swing. Yet, back on ground zero, all appears to be quiet.
AMU off-campus centre in Maharashtra gets a new lease on life | ummid.com
AMU off-campus centre in Maharashtra gets a new lease on life ummid.com
With the new government in place after recently held assembly elections in Maharashtra, the land allocation process to establish the Aligarh Muslim University (AMU) facilitated off-campus centre in the state can have a new lease on life.
With the new government in place after recently held assembly elections in Maharashtra, the land allocation process to establish the Aligarh Muslim University (AMU) facilitated off-campus centre in the state can have a new lease on life.
Aligarh Muslim University resumes academic activities | ummid.com
Aligarh Muslim University resumes academic activities ummid.com
The Aligarh Muslim University (AMU), which was closed for an indefinite period October 30 following violent protests over the murder of a student, resumed the academic activities from yesterday December 1, 2009.
The Aligarh Muslim University (AMU), which was closed for an indefinite period October 30 following violent protests over the murder of a student, resumed the academic activities from yesterday December 1, 2009.
Tuesday, December 1, 2009
Swiss referendum on Minaret ban receiving widespread condemnation | ummid.com
Swiss referendum on Minaret ban receiving widespread condemnation ummid.comThe Swiss People's Party's referendum to ban the construction of Minaret in Switzerland that won the support from majority is receiving widespread condemnation from all corner of the world.
Parliament to discuss Liberhan report next week: Bansal | ummid.com
Parliament to discuss Liberhan report next week: Bansal ummid.com
The discussion on Liberhan Commission report in parliament, slated for Tuesday but postponed, will now be held next week, Parliamentary Affairs Minister Pawan Kumar Bansal said Tuesday.
The discussion on Liberhan Commission report in parliament, slated for Tuesday but postponed, will now be held next week, Parliamentary Affairs Minister Pawan Kumar Bansal said Tuesday.
Bhopal Gas-hit survivors still afflicted with birth-related defects and other disease | ummid.com
Bhopal Gas-hit survivors still afflicted with birth-related defects and other disease ummid.com
Despair and depression is writ large on the faces of the survivors of Bhopal Gas Tragedy, the world's worst industrial disaster, as they continue to suffer silently with death staring them in their faces.
Despair and depression is writ large on the faces of the survivors of Bhopal Gas Tragedy, the world's worst industrial disaster, as they continue to suffer silently with death staring them in their faces.
Bhopal Gas-hit survivors still afflicted with birth-related defects and other disease | ummid.com
Bhopal Gas-hit survivors still afflicted with birth-related defects and other disease ummid.com
Despair and depression is writ large on the faces of the survivors of Bhopal Gas Tragedy, the world's worst industrial disaster, as they continue to suffer silently with death staring them in their faces.
Despair and depression is writ large on the faces of the survivors of Bhopal Gas Tragedy, the world's worst industrial disaster, as they continue to suffer silently with death staring them in their faces.
Bhopal Gas-hit survivors still afflicted with birth-related defects and other disease | ummid.com
Bhopal Gas-hit survivors still afflicted with birth-related defects and other disease ummid.com
Despair and depression is writ large on the faces of the survivors of Bhopal Gas Tragedy, the world's worst industrial disaster, as they continue to suffer silently with death staring them in their faces.
Despair and depression is writ large on the faces of the survivors of Bhopal Gas Tragedy, the world's worst industrial disaster, as they continue to suffer silently with death staring them in their faces.
Monday, November 30, 2009
NGOs appeal Parliament to take up cause of Bhopal Gas Tragedy victims | ummid.com
NGOs appeal Parliament to take up cause of Bhopal Gas Tragedy victims ummid.com
Two Non-Government Organizations, (NGOs), working for the welfare of survivors of Bhopal Gas Tragedy, the world's worst industrial disaster, have urged the Lok Sabha (Lower House) Speaker Meira Kumar and chairman of Rajya Sabha (Upper House)
Two Non-Government Organizations, (NGOs), working for the welfare of survivors of Bhopal Gas Tragedy, the world's worst industrial disaster, have urged the Lok Sabha (Lower House) Speaker Meira Kumar and chairman of Rajya Sabha (Upper House)
Only Muslim lady in Maharashtra cabinet at work to bring surprising turnaround | ummid.com
Only Muslim lady in Maharashtra cabinet at work to bring surprising turnaround ummid.com
Mrs. Fauzia Khan is the first Muslim lady who took the oath as a minister in Maharashtra Government. The portfolios she has been assigned include Minority Development, Primary & School Education, Labour, Right to Information combined with few other important portfolios.
Mrs. Fauzia Khan is the first Muslim lady who took the oath as a minister in Maharashtra Government. The portfolios she has been assigned include Minority Development, Primary & School Education, Labour, Right to Information combined with few other important portfolios.
Ishrat Killing: SC stays further proceedings in Gujarat HC | ummid.com
Ishrat Killing: SC stays further proceedings in Gujarat HC ummid.com
The Supreme Court (SC) on Monday stayed all further proceedings in the Ishrat Jahan case in the Gujarat High Court relating to the "fake encounter killing" of the alleged teenage extremist by the state anti-terror squad.
The Supreme Court (SC) on Monday stayed all further proceedings in the Ishrat Jahan case in the Gujarat High Court relating to the "fake encounter killing" of the alleged teenage extremist by the state anti-terror squad.
Celebrating Bakra Eid in Mumbai | ummid.com
Celebrating Bakra Eid in Mumbai ummid.com
In the city of Mumbai, where Muslims number about 3 million, in a total Metropolitan population of 13.6 million, the difficulties that Muslim face in carrying on their religious duties, is something the world is yet to know about. Though there is a general sense of calm within the community, the day to day discrimination that Muslim face borders sometime on absurdity.
In the city of Mumbai, where Muslims number about 3 million, in a total Metropolitan population of 13.6 million, the difficulties that Muslim face in carrying on their religious duties, is something the world is yet to know about. Though there is a general sense of calm within the community, the day to day discrimination that Muslim face borders sometime on absurdity.
Kerala expresses concern over crisis in Gulf | ummid.com
Kerala expresses concern over crisis in Gulf ummid.com
The Dubai financial crisis has fuelled fears among families of over two million migrants from Kerala working in the Gulf, with worries of massive job losses and its fallout on the state’s economy, heavily dependent on remittances.
The Dubai financial crisis has fuelled fears among families of over two million migrants from Kerala working in the Gulf, with worries of massive job losses and its fallout on the state’s economy, heavily dependent on remittances.
Jamiat’s Call for Muslim Girls’ Education: Is There More Than What Meets the Eye? | ummid.com
Jamiat’s Call for Muslim Girls’ Education: Is There More Than What Meets the Eye? ummid.com
At its recently-held 30th convention held at Deoband, the Jamiat ul-Ulema-e Hind passed a significant resolution on girls’ education which, surprisingly, received little attention in the media. The original Urdu version of the resolution calls upon Muslims to establish ‘non-residential institutions for providing religious
At its recently-held 30th convention held at Deoband, the Jamiat ul-Ulema-e Hind passed a significant resolution on girls’ education which, surprisingly, received little attention in the media. The original Urdu version of the resolution calls upon Muslims to establish ‘non-residential institutions for providing religious
A Vision for Muslim Empowerment | ummid.com
A Vision for Muslim Empowerment ummid.com
Having served for several years as the amir of the Jamaat-e Islami’s Kerala wing, Siddiq Hasan was appointed as the head of the Social Service Department at the Jamat’s national office in New Delhi.
Having served for several years as the amir of the Jamaat-e Islami’s Kerala wing, Siddiq Hasan was appointed as the head of the Social Service Department at the Jamat’s national office in New Delhi.
Minaret ban referendum wins Swiss support | ummid.com
Minaret ban referendum wins Swiss support ummid.com
Voters in Switzerland have approved a ban on the construction of minarets on mosques, official results show.
Voters in Switzerland have approved a ban on the construction of minarets on mosques, official results show.
Hajj rituals for this year ended without any major glitches | ummid.com
Hajj rituals for this year ended without any major glitches ummid.com
Over 2.5 Million pilgrims from around the globe performed the Hajj this year as all the rituals associated with the annual worship ended peacefully and without any major hiccup.
Over 2.5 Million pilgrims from around the globe performed the Hajj this year as all the rituals associated with the annual worship ended peacefully and without any major hiccup.
CAT computer glitch to be short-lived: IIM director | ummid.com
CAT computer glitch to be short-lived: IIM director ummid.com
The competitive Common Admission Test (CAT), which went online for the first time this year, finally got off to a smooth start Monday after two days of technical glitches and poor management affected hundreds of B-school aspirants across the country.
The competitive Common Admission Test (CAT), which went online for the first time this year, finally got off to a smooth start Monday after two days of technical glitches and poor management affected hundreds of B-school aspirants across the country.
Sunday, November 29, 2009
Role of Vajpayee in Babri Masjid demolition: civilised mukhauta of uncivil Sangh | ummid.com
Role of Vajpayee in Babri Masjid demolition: civilised mukhauta of uncivil Sangh ummid.com
Mr Atal Behari Vajpayee, the civilised mukhauta (mask) of the uncivil Sangh, has always had his way of hunting with the hound and running with the hare. He has, in the words of the late Kamlapati Tripathy, perfected the art of speaking with a forked tongue.
Mr Atal Behari Vajpayee, the civilised mukhauta (mask) of the uncivil Sangh, has always had his way of hunting with the hound and running with the hare. He has, in the words of the late Kamlapati Tripathy, perfected the art of speaking with a forked tongue.
Saturday, November 28, 2009
Infopark at Kochi to provide 50,000 jobs | ummid.com
Infopark at Kochi to provide 50,000 jobs ummid.com
Once completed by the year 2011, the Infopark at Kochi will offer a low cost plug, play the BPO part and provide over 50,000 jobs in the IT/ITES sector.
Once completed by the year 2011, the Infopark at Kochi will offer a low cost plug, play the BPO part and provide over 50,000 jobs in the IT/ITES sector.
Violence in Osmania University following TRS chief’s arrest | ummid.com
Violence in Osmania University following TRS chief’s arrest ummid.com
At least 10 students were injured Sunday as clashes broke out between police and students at Osmania University here following the arrest of Telangana Rashtra Samiti (TRS) president K. Chandrasekhara Rao in Karimnagar before he was to begin a ‘fast unto death’ demanding separate statehood for the Telangana region.
At least 10 students were injured Sunday as clashes broke out between police and students at Osmania University here following the arrest of Telangana Rashtra Samiti (TRS) president K. Chandrasekhara Rao in Karimnagar before he was to begin a ‘fast unto death’ demanding separate statehood for the Telangana region.
CAT computer glitch to be short-lived: IIM director | ummid.com
CAT computer glitch to be short-lived: IIM director ummid.com
Notwithstanding the hiccups faced by thousands of students on day one of the Common Admission Test (CAT), an Indian Institute of Management (IIM) director said the online examination is a "democratising process" and "all the problems will be sorted out quickly".
Notwithstanding the hiccups faced by thousands of students on day one of the Common Admission Test (CAT), an Indian Institute of Management (IIM) director said the online examination is a "democratising process" and "all the problems will be sorted out quickly".
Muslims celebrate Eid al Adha with gaiety | ummid.com
Muslims celebrate Eid al Adha with gaiety ummid.com
Millions of Muslims around the globe celebrated Eid al-Adha with gaiety. The day marks the sacrifices made to to Almighty Allah by the Biblical Prophets Ibrahim and Ismail (Peace be upon them).
Millions of Muslims around the globe celebrated Eid al-Adha with gaiety. The day marks the sacrifices made to to Almighty Allah by the Biblical Prophets Ibrahim and Ismail (Peace be upon them).
Online CAT exams kicks off all over India | ummid.com
Online CAT exams kicks off all over India ummid.com
The Common Admission Test (CAT) which is being conducted through computers for the first time, kicked off on Saturday.
The Common Admission Test (CAT) which is being conducted through computers for the first time, kicked off on Saturday.
Protest at Jama Masjid demanding arrest of guilty in Babri demolition case | ummid.com
Protest at Jama Masjid demanding arrest of guilty in Babri demolition case ummid.com
Hundreds of Muslim protesters gathered near the Jama Masjid Friday and burnt effigies of Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leaders L.K. Advani and Atal Bihari Vajpayee, who were indicted by the Liberhan commission for razing of the Babri Masjid. They demanded the arrest of those responsible for the 1992 demolition.
Hundreds of Muslim protesters gathered near the Jama Masjid Friday and burnt effigies of Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leaders L.K. Advani and Atal Bihari Vajpayee, who were indicted by the Liberhan commission for razing of the Babri Masjid. They demanded the arrest of those responsible for the 1992 demolition.
Mumbai Struggles to Recover from Trauma of 26/11 | ummid.com
Mumbai Struggles to Recover from Trauma of 26/11 ummid.com
Just a year ago, Mumbai witnessed worst of the terrorist attacks. 26/11 2008 will always be remembered for the wrong reasons. This was an operation planned meticulously by a group of jeans tee shirt wearing terrorists numbering nearly 10.
Just a year ago, Mumbai witnessed worst of the terrorist attacks. 26/11 2008 will always be remembered for the wrong reasons. This was an operation planned meticulously by a group of jeans tee shirt wearing terrorists numbering nearly 10.
Friday, November 27, 2009
Call against terrorism by Saudi Grand Mufti timely, Indian Muslims | ummid.com
Call against terrorism by Saudi Grand Mufti timely, Indian Muslims ummid.com
Muslim leaders in India Friday welcomed the “timely message” by Saudi grand mufti asking Muslims not to support terrorism and urging them to unite against suicide attacks.
Muslim leaders in India Friday welcomed the “timely message” by Saudi grand mufti asking Muslims not to support terrorism and urging them to unite against suicide attacks.
A Maulana Appeals For Madrasa Reform | ummid.com
A Maulana Appeals For Madrasa Reform ummid.com
Children studying in madrasas and training to become ulema fulfill the collective duty (farz-e kifaya) that is mentioned in the Quran in the following words:
Children studying in madrasas and training to become ulema fulfill the collective duty (farz-e kifaya) that is mentioned in the Quran in the following words:
26/11 fallout: Mumbai top cop Rakesh Maria wants to quit | ummid.com
26/11 fallout: Mumbai top cop Rakesh Maria wants to quit ummid.com
Mumbai's Crime Branch Chief, Rakesh Maria has said he is ready to quit from his post over allegations in a book that he didn't do enough to provide security cover for slain senior cops Hemant Karakare, Ashok Kamte and Vijay Salaskar.
Mumbai's Crime Branch Chief, Rakesh Maria has said he is ready to quit from his post over allegations in a book that he didn't do enough to provide security cover for slain senior cops Hemant Karakare, Ashok Kamte and Vijay Salaskar.
Ayodhya issue: I had three meetings with Narasimha Rao, says Singhal | ummid.com
Ayodhya issue: I had three meetings with Narasimha Rao, says Singhal ummid.com
Vishwa Hindu Parishad (VHP) International president Ashok Singhal revealed here on Friday that he had face to face meetings with former Prime Minister P.V. Narasimha Rao thrice to solve the Ramjanmabhoomi issue.
Vishwa Hindu Parishad (VHP) International president Ashok Singhal revealed here on Friday that he had face to face meetings with former Prime Minister P.V. Narasimha Rao thrice to solve the Ramjanmabhoomi issue.
Muslims prepare to celebrate Eid al-Adha | ummid.com
Muslims prepare to celebrate Eid al-Adha ummid.com
Millions of pilgrims performing Hajj in Saudi Arabia have begun the act of symbolically stoning the devil as Muslims around the world celebrate Eid al-Adha - the greater of two Muslim festivals.
Millions of pilgrims performing Hajj in Saudi Arabia have begun the act of symbolically stoning the devil as Muslims around the world celebrate Eid al-Adha - the greater of two Muslim festivals.
Muslims in Kerala celebrate Bakr Eid | ummid.com
Muslims in Kerala celebrate Bakr Eid ummid.com
Muslims across Kerala Friday gathered in mosques and special prayer centres to celebrate Eid-ul-Azha, or Bakr Eid, the festival of sacrifice.
Muslims across Kerala Friday gathered in mosques and special prayer centres to celebrate Eid-ul-Azha, or Bakr Eid, the festival of sacrifice.
Thursday, November 26, 2009
Hajj 2009: 'Suicide operations have become a curse of Muslim lands' | ummid.com
Hajj 2009: 'Suicide operations have become a curse of Muslim lands' ummid.com
Grand Mufti Sheikh Abdul Aziz Al-Asheikh exhorted Muslims the world over to adhere to the true principles of Islam in his address on the Arafat plain and warned them against becoming tools in the hands of their enemies.
Grand Mufti Sheikh Abdul Aziz Al-Asheikh exhorted Muslims the world over to adhere to the true principles of Islam in his address on the Arafat plain and warned them against becoming tools in the hands of their enemies.
Muslim group pays homage to martyr Hemant Karkare in New Delhi | ummid.com
Muslim group pays homage to martyr Hemant Karkare in New Delhi ummid.com
On the occasion of first anniversary of Mumbai terror attacks, the nation paid its homage to all those who lost their lives due to militant attacks besidesto the martyrs from the uniformed services for their brave efforts.
On the occasion of first anniversary of Mumbai terror attacks, the nation paid its homage to all those who lost their lives due to militant attacks besidesto the martyrs from the uniformed services for their brave efforts.
Terror relived: India unites in remembering 26/11 victims | ummid.com
Terror relived: India unites in remembering 26/11 victims ummid.com
There were official commemorations and private moments of grief, sombre reflections and avid debates - a speeding country paused in its tracks Thursday to remember the traumatic night of Nov 26 last year and the 60 hours of terror that followed.
There were official commemorations and private moments of grief, sombre reflections and avid debates - a speeding country paused in its tracks Thursday to remember the traumatic night of Nov 26 last year and the 60 hours of terror that followed.
Parliament, Nation observe the 26/11 anniversary | ummid.com
Parliament, Nation observe the 26/11 anniversary ummid.com
On the first anniversary of the 26/11 Mumbai attack, both houses of parliament on Thursday adopted a resolution, reiterating the nation’s firm commitment to fight the threat of terrorism and emerge victorious in against it.
On the first anniversary of the 26/11 Mumbai attack, both houses of parliament on Thursday adopted a resolution, reiterating the nation’s firm commitment to fight the threat of terrorism and emerge victorious in against it.
Jethmalani's outburst against Islam result of negative mentality | ummid.com
Jethmalani's outburst against Islam result of negative mentality ummid.com
Former Union Minister and self-confessed maverick legal hawk Ram Jethmalani's overture against Islam is receiving widespread condemnation from various circles.
Former Union Minister and self-confessed maverick legal hawk Ram Jethmalani's overture against Islam is receiving widespread condemnation from various circles.
Wednesday, November 25, 2009
Hajj 2009: Hajis refused to let heavy rain dampen their spirits | ummid.com
Hajj 2009: Hajis refused to let heavy rain dampen their spirits ummid.com
Millions of pilgrims spent the first day of this year’s Haj (Yaum Al-Tarwiyah) in prayers in Mina on Wednesday as rains soaked the faithful and flooded roads snarling traffic.
Millions of pilgrims spent the first day of this year’s Haj (Yaum Al-Tarwiyah) in prayers in Mina on Wednesday as rains soaked the faithful and flooded roads snarling traffic.
Liberhan alleges attempts to scuttle Babri probe | ummid.com
Liberhan alleges attempts to scuttle Babri probe ummid.com
Justice M.S. Liberhan, who headed the commission that inquired into the Babri Masjid demolition, says that attempts were made to scuttle his probe that lasted 17 long years.
Justice M.S. Liberhan, who headed the commission that inquired into the Babri Masjid demolition, says that attempts were made to scuttle his probe that lasted 17 long years.
Mayawati sees Congress-BJP conspiracy behind Liberhan leakage | ummid.com
Mayawati sees Congress-BJP conspiracy behind Liberhan leakage ummid.com
Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Mayawati Wednesday alleged a Congress-Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) “conspiracy” behind what she termed as a “systematic leakage” of the Liberhan Commission report that probed the 1992 demolition of the Babri mosque.
Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Mayawati Wednesday alleged a Congress-Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) “conspiracy” behind what she termed as a “systematic leakage” of the Liberhan Commission report that probed the 1992 demolition of the Babri mosque.
Britain initially was against the 'unlawful’ Iraq invasion | ummid.com
Britain initially was against the 'unlawful’ Iraq invasion ummid.com
That the invasion of Iraq by George Bush led US military was illegal and deliberately designed on the pretext of Weapons of Mass Destruction and Saddam's links with al-Qaida came to the fore once again. This time it is after the disclosures made by Sir William Patey then head of the Middle East department at the British Foreign Office.
That the invasion of Iraq by George Bush led US military was illegal and deliberately designed on the pretext of Weapons of Mass Destruction and Saddam's links with al-Qaida came to the fore once again. This time it is after the disclosures made by Sir William Patey then head of the Middle East department at the British Foreign Office.
R.R. Patil refused to step out of his home during 26/11, says Bhujbal | ummid.com
R.R. Patil refused to step out of his home during 26/11, says Bhujbal ummid.com
After Mumbai top cop Hasan Gafoor, it is now the turn of Maharashtra Dy Chief Minister Chhagan Bhujbal to make stunning disclosures over the events that followed in the government circles after the deadly terror attack in Mumbai on 26/11.
After Mumbai top cop Hasan Gafoor, it is now the turn of Maharashtra Dy Chief Minister Chhagan Bhujbal to make stunning disclosures over the events that followed in the government circles after the deadly terror attack in Mumbai on 26/11.
Maharashtra Govt. for Legislators' Committee to monitor Development of Minorities | ummid.com
Maharashtra Govt. for Legislators' Committee to monitor Development of Minorities ummid.com
Irked by the deadlock vis-Ã -vis the schemes meant for development of the minorities in the state Maharashtra government decided to form a legislators' committee to monitor their implementation.
Irked by the deadlock vis-Ã -vis the schemes meant for development of the minorities in the state Maharashtra government decided to form a legislators' committee to monitor their implementation.
Tuesday, November 24, 2009
Police, officials executors of Sangh Parivar designs: Babri panel | ummid.com
Police, officials executors of Sangh Parivar designs: Babri panel ummid.com
Bureaucrats and police officers in Uttar Pradesh remained “deaf, dumb and blind” in the run up to the demolition of the Babri Masjid, the Liberhan Commission has said in its report.
Bureaucrats and police officers in Uttar Pradesh remained “deaf, dumb and blind” in the run up to the demolition of the Babri Masjid, the Liberhan Commission has said in its report.
Kalyan Singh lived up the expectations of the Parivar: Liberhan report| ummid.com
Kalyan Singh lived up the expectations of the Parivar: Liberhan report ummid.com
The Liberhan Commission probing the demolition of the Babri Masjid has hit out at then Uttar Pradesh chief minister Kalyan Singh for embarking on a “pogrom leading up to the events of December 6th 1992″ as soon he entered office.
The Liberhan Commission probing the demolition of the Babri Masjid has hit out at then Uttar Pradesh chief minister Kalyan Singh for embarking on a “pogrom leading up to the events of December 6th 1992″ as soon he entered office.
Uma Bharti reiterates moral responsibility of Babri Masjid demolition | ummid.com
Uma Bharti reiterates moral responsibility of Babri Masjid demolition ummid.com
Former Bharatiya Janata Party, (BJP), leader and chief of Bharatiya Janshakti Party, Uma Bharti has reiterated her old stand of taking moral responsibility of the demolition of Babri Masjid at Ayodhya in the eastern Indian state of Uttar Pradesh.
Former Bharatiya Janata Party, (BJP), leader and chief of Bharatiya Janshakti Party, Uma Bharti has reiterated her old stand of taking moral responsibility of the demolition of Babri Masjid at Ayodhya in the eastern Indian state of Uttar Pradesh.
Uma Bharti reiterates moral responsibility of Babri Masjid demolition | ummid.com
Uma Bharti reiterates moral responsibility of Babri Masjid demolition ummid.com
Former Bharatiya Janata Party, (BJP), leader and chief of Bharatiya Janshakti Party, Uma Bharti has reiterated her old stand of taking moral responsibility of the demolition of Babri Masjid at Ayodhya in the eastern Indian state of Uttar Pradesh.
Former Bharatiya Janata Party, (BJP), leader and chief of Bharatiya Janshakti Party, Uma Bharti has reiterated her old stand of taking moral responsibility of the demolition of Babri Masjid at Ayodhya in the eastern Indian state of Uttar Pradesh.
Uproar in the House as Govt. tabled Liberhan Commission Report | ummid.com
Uproar in the House as Govt. tabled Liberhan Commission Report ummid.com
An unseemly brawl over a religious slogan disrupted the Rajya Sabha after Home Minister P. Chidambaram tabled the report of the Liberhan Commission that probed the 1992 demolition of the Babri Masjid.
An unseemly brawl over a religious slogan disrupted the Rajya Sabha after Home Minister P. Chidambaram tabled the report of the Liberhan Commission that probed the 1992 demolition of the Babri Masjid.
Sunday, November 22, 2009
Punish Raj Thackeray for humiliating lingua franca: VHP | ummid.com
Punish Raj Thackeray for humiliating lingua franca: VHP ummid.com
Vishwa Hindu Parishad (VHP) on Sunday demanded action against MNS chief Raj Thackeray for trying to divide the country in the name of language and humiliating the lingua franca.
Vishwa Hindu Parishad (VHP) on Sunday demanded action against MNS chief Raj Thackeray for trying to divide the country in the name of language and humiliating the lingua franca.
Palestinians injured in Israeli air raids on Gaza Strip | ummid.com
Palestinians injured in Israeli air raids on Gaza Strip ummid.com
At least seven Palestinians have been injured in a round of Israeli air raids on the Gaza Strip, Palestinian witnesses say.
At least seven Palestinians have been injured in a round of Israeli air raids on the Gaza Strip, Palestinian witnesses say.
Goa fully ready to host IFFI from Monday | ummid.com
Goa fully ready to host IFFI from Monday ummid.com
Popular tourist hub Goa is all set to host the 40th International Film Festival of India from Monday.
Popular tourist hub Goa is all set to host the 40th International Film Festival of India from Monday.
Saturday, November 21, 2009
Jamiat ul-Ulema Calls for Modern Muslim Schools—But Why? | ummid.com
Jamiat ul-Ulema Calls for Modern Muslim Schools—But Why? ummid.com
Blotted out by the din raked up by the media over a statement about the Vande Mataram song issued by the Jamiat ul-Ulema-e Hind at its recently-held convention at Deoband was a significant resolution passed at the same meeting of leading Deobandi clerics dealing with modern education among Muslims.
Blotted out by the din raked up by the media over a statement about the Vande Mataram song issued by the Jamiat ul-Ulema-e Hind at its recently-held convention at Deoband was a significant resolution passed at the same meeting of leading Deobandi clerics dealing with modern education among Muslims.
BHEL, MPPGCL join hands to setup Supercritical Thermal Power Project in MP | ummid.com
BHEL, MPPGCL join hands to setup Supercritical Thermal Power Project in MP ummid.com
India's giant Public Sector Undertaking Bharat Heavy Electricals Limited, (BHEL), and Madhya Pradesh Power Generation Company Limited, (MPPGCL), have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) for setting up a Joint Venture Company (JVC) to Build, Own and Operate a 2x800 MW Thermal Power Plant with Supercritical parameters at Khandwa, in the central Indian state of Madhya Pradesh.
India's giant Public Sector Undertaking Bharat Heavy Electricals Limited, (BHEL), and Madhya Pradesh Power Generation Company Limited, (MPPGCL), have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) for setting up a Joint Venture Company (JVC) to Build, Own and Operate a 2x800 MW Thermal Power Plant with Supercritical parameters at Khandwa, in the central Indian state of Madhya Pradesh.
Two Indian maids caught in abuse trap | ummid.com
Two Indian maids caught in abuse trap ummid.com
The abuse of foreign maids shows no signs of abating, especially with the emergence of another case involving two Indian maids
The abuse of foreign maids shows no signs of abating, especially with the emergence of another case involving two Indian maids
What's in 'A' name? Everything, say numerologists | ummid.com
What's in 'A' name? Everything, say numerologists ummid.com
Numerologists' bug seems to have bitten this famous firecracker hub, housing about 8,000 factories and producing 90 per cent of the total fireworks output, with the local body deciding to add one more 'a' to its name so that the town is spelt as 'Sivakaasi' to ward off 'the evil eye responsible for many fatal accidents in the units and bring prosperity.'
Numerologists' bug seems to have bitten this famous firecracker hub, housing about 8,000 factories and producing 90 per cent of the total fireworks output, with the local body deciding to add one more 'a' to its name so that the town is spelt as 'Sivakaasi' to ward off 'the evil eye responsible for many fatal accidents in the units and bring prosperity.'
Maverick Jethmalani creates row at International Conference on Terrorism | ummid.com
Maverick Jethmalani creates row at International Conference on Terrorism ummid.com
Former union law minister Ram Jethmalani Saturday kicked up a row at an international conference on terrorism asking, if Islam's jehadi doctrine does not virtually render "god a brothel keeper".
Former union law minister Ram Jethmalani Saturday kicked up a row at an international conference on terrorism asking, if Islam's jehadi doctrine does not virtually render "god a brothel keeper".
Chavan assures journalists of action against attackers on IBN office | ummid.com
Chavan assures journalists of action against attackers on IBN office ummid.com
Maharashtra Chief Minister Ashok Chavan on Saturday assured the journalists delegation that strict actions will be initiated against the attackers of IBN Lokmat offices in Mumbai and Pune.
Maharashtra Chief Minister Ashok Chavan on Saturday assured the journalists delegation that strict actions will be initiated against the attackers of IBN Lokmat offices in Mumbai and Pune.
Vande Matram controversy to the fore again | ummid.com
Vande Matram controversy to the fore again ummid.com
Jamiat-Ulema-eHind on 2nd Nov 2009 passed a resolution asking Muslims not to recite Vande Mataram on the ground that some verses of the national song are against the tenets of Islam.
Jamiat-Ulema-eHind on 2nd Nov 2009 passed a resolution asking Muslims not to recite Vande Mataram on the ground that some verses of the national song are against the tenets of Islam.
Friday, November 20, 2009
Goa blast case team’s investigative skills under cloud | ummid.com
Goa blast case team’s investigative skills under cloud ummid.com
The chief of the Special Investigating Team (SIT) probing the Diwali-eve blast in Goa has come under a cloud with a court picking holes in his crime investigation skills in a 2000 blast in Vasco allegedly carried out by Islamic militant outfit Deendar Anjuman (DA).
The chief of the Special Investigating Team (SIT) probing the Diwali-eve blast in Goa has come under a cloud with a court picking holes in his crime investigation skills in a 2000 blast in Vasco allegedly carried out by Islamic militant outfit Deendar Anjuman (DA).
After Osian’s Cinefan Film Festival, Malegaon ka superman ready to hit IFFI | ummid.com
After Osian’s Cinefan Film Festival, Malegaon ka superman ready to hit IFFI ummid.com
After stealing the show at Ocian’s Cinefan film festival recently held in New Delhi Mollywood – as the remake film industry in Malegaon is popularly known as - is ready to hit the International Film Festival of India (IFFI) to be inaugurated on November 23 in Goa.
After stealing the show at Ocian’s Cinefan film festival recently held in New Delhi Mollywood – as the remake film industry in Malegaon is popularly known as - is ready to hit the International Film Festival of India (IFFI) to be inaugurated on November 23 in Goa.
Malegaon Film Industry attracts Global Media | ummid.com
Malegaon Film Industry attracts Global Media ummid.com
After making the news in print and electronic media over the years at National level, the emerging film industry in Malegaon, popularly known as MOLLYWOOD in accordance with Hollywood and Bollywood, is now all set to hit the International headlines.
After making the news in print and electronic media over the years at National level, the emerging film industry in Malegaon, popularly known as MOLLYWOOD in accordance with Hollywood and Bollywood, is now all set to hit the International headlines.
Maulana Azad left a lasting impression on the life of every Indian | ummid.com
Maulana Azad left a lasting impression on the life of every Indian ummid.com
“Maulana Abul Kalam Azad, India's first Education Minister, was among the top intellectuals of the first half of the 20th century who left a lasting impression on the life of Indians irrespective of caste, creed or religion.
“Maulana Abul Kalam Azad, India's first Education Minister, was among the top intellectuals of the first half of the 20th century who left a lasting impression on the life of Indians irrespective of caste, creed or religion.
Shiv Sainiks attacked IBN Network offices in Mumbai, Pune | ummid.com
Shiv Sainiks attacked IBN Network offices in Mumbai, Pune ummid.com
Goons reportedly belonging to Shiv Sena (SS) - the right wing Hindu party in Maharashtra - ransacked the IBN-CNN office in Mumbai today afternoon. Barging in the IBN's Mumbai office and smashing the furniture, glass windows and computers, the goons also tried to attack senior journalist and IBN Marathi's Editor Nikhil Wagale.
Goons reportedly belonging to Shiv Sena (SS) - the right wing Hindu party in Maharashtra - ransacked the IBN-CNN office in Mumbai today afternoon. Barging in the IBN's Mumbai office and smashing the furniture, glass windows and computers, the goons also tried to attack senior journalist and IBN Marathi's Editor Nikhil Wagale.
Thursday, November 19, 2009
Islam Phobia in US: More than half Americans fear rise of Muslim extremism | ummid.com
Islam Phobia in US: More than half Americans fear rise of Muslim extremism ummid.com
How Islam Phobia is rampant in United States can once again be gauged from a survey taken after the shooting at the Fort Hood Army base in Texas earlier this month. If the findings of survey conducted by Pew Research Centre are to be believed, they show that more than half of Americans fear the rise of Islamic extremism.
How Islam Phobia is rampant in United States can once again be gauged from a survey taken after the shooting at the Fort Hood Army base in Texas earlier this month. If the findings of survey conducted by Pew Research Centre are to be believed, they show that more than half of Americans fear the rise of Islamic extremism.
India stands among world's most corrupt nations | ummid.com
India stands among world's most corrupt nations ummid.com
India is still perceived to be one of the most corrupt countries by Transparency International in its annual corruption perceptions. The country ranks 84th in the list of 'World's most corrupt nations' due to high public-sector corruption.
India is still perceived to be one of the most corrupt countries by Transparency International in its annual corruption perceptions. The country ranks 84th in the list of 'World's most corrupt nations' due to high public-sector corruption.
Elegant MPs drip style as parliament reopens | ummid.com
Elegant MPs drip style as parliament reopens ummid.com
They weren’t fashion models, but when MPs young and old walked in on the first day of the winter session of parliament Thursday, they sure made heads turn with their fine silks, starched cottons and bright woollens.
They weren’t fashion models, but when MPs young and old walked in on the first day of the winter session of parliament Thursday, they sure made heads turn with their fine silks, starched cottons and bright woollens.
Case for treason against Raj Thackeray and his MLAs | ummid.com
Case for treason against Raj Thackeray and his MLAs ummid.com
A case for treason was lodged here today against Maharashtra Navnirman Sena (MNS) president Raj Thackeray and party's four MLAs for manhandling Samajwadi Party MLA Abu Asim Azmi in the Maharashtra assembly.
A case for treason was lodged here today against Maharashtra Navnirman Sena (MNS) president Raj Thackeray and party's four MLAs for manhandling Samajwadi Party MLA Abu Asim Azmi in the Maharashtra assembly.
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