CIC Wajahat Habibullah to join World Bank body ummid.com
Chief Information Commissioner Wajahat Habibullah, whose term ends in September, will join the Access to Information Appeals Board, an independent body recently set up by World Bank for disclosure of information on the lines of India’s Right to Information Act.
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Saturday, July 31, 2010
Modi's statement just a drama: Congress | ummid.com
Modi's statement just a drama: Congress ummid.com
Congress dismissed as "drama" Chief Minister Narendra Modi's attack on the Centre over CBI's plea for seeking transfer of the Sohrabuddin fake encounter case from Gujarat.
Congress dismissed as "drama" Chief Minister Narendra Modi's attack on the Centre over CBI's plea for seeking transfer of the Sohrabuddin fake encounter case from Gujarat.
Disunity greatest enemy of Muslims: King Abdullah | ummid.com
Disunity greatest enemy of Muslims: King Abdullah ummid.com
Saudi Ruler and Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Abdullah on Saturday described disunity as "the greatest enemy" of Muslims and called upon Islamic scholars across the world to work for unity, reports Arab News correspondent Badea Abu Al-Naja from Makkah.
Saudi Ruler and Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Abdullah on Saturday described disunity as "the greatest enemy" of Muslims and called upon Islamic scholars across the world to work for unity, reports Arab News correspondent Badea Abu Al-Naja from Makkah.
Disunity greatest enemy of Muslims: King Abdullah | ummid.com
Disunity greatest enemy of Muslims: King Abdullah ummid.com
Saudi Ruler and Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Abdullah on Saturday described disunity as "the greatest enemy" of Muslims and called upon Islamic scholars across the world to work for unity, reports Arab News correspondent Badea Abu Al-Naja from Makkah.
Saudi Ruler and Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Abdullah on Saturday described disunity as "the greatest enemy" of Muslims and called upon Islamic scholars across the world to work for unity, reports Arab News correspondent Badea Abu Al-Naja from Makkah.
British city council bans mini skirts at work | ummid.com
British city council bans mini skirts at work ummid.com
It is not an Indian college or a Muslim organisation alone that has a dress code for their students or employees, a City Council in London too has come with a diktat saying women showing off their legs in mini skirts could be sent home from work.
It is not an Indian college or a Muslim organisation alone that has a dress code for their students or employees, a City Council in London too has come with a diktat saying women showing off their legs in mini skirts could be sent home from work.
Teenager killed in firing, protests rock Kashmir Valley | ummid.com
Teenager killed in firing, protests rock Kashmir Valley ummid.com
Violence gripped parts of Kashmir Valley on Saturday as protestors attacked a CRPF patrol party, tried to set a railway station on fire and clashed with security forces who fired to quell the mob, leaving a teenager dead and over 10 others injured.
Violence gripped parts of Kashmir Valley on Saturday as protestors attacked a CRPF patrol party, tried to set a railway station on fire and clashed with security forces who fired to quell the mob, leaving a teenager dead and over 10 others injured.
Jewish group opposes mosque near WTC site in US | ummid.com
Jewish group opposes mosque near WTC site in US ummid.com
A leading Jewish organisation in the US has opposed the much-debated construction of a mosque near the Ground Zero site where the twin towers of the World Trade Center collapsed on 9/11, saying it would cause unnecessary pain to some victims.
A leading Jewish organisation in the US has opposed the much-debated construction of a mosque near the Ground Zero site where the twin towers of the World Trade Center collapsed on 9/11, saying it would cause unnecessary pain to some victims.
Sibal wants 30% students to reach varsity level by 2020 | ummid.com
Sibal wants 30% students to reach varsity level by 2020 ummid.com
Stressing for collaborations in the field of education, Union Human Resources Development Minister Kapil Sibal today said he had set a target of 30 per cent students reaching university level in India by 2020.
Stressing for collaborations in the field of education, Union Human Resources Development Minister Kapil Sibal today said he had set a target of 30 per cent students reaching university level in India by 2020.
Rich musical tributes, commemorations for Mohammad Rafi | ummid.com
Rich musical tributes, commemorations for Mohammad Rafi ummid.com
Rich tributes were paid to legendary playback singer Mohd Rafi on his 30th death anniversary on Saturday.
Rich tributes were paid to legendary playback singer Mohd Rafi on his 30th death anniversary on Saturday.
Modi blasts Centre over Sohrabuddin fake encounter case | ummid.com
Modi blasts Centre over Sohrabuddin fake encounter case ummid.com
Hitting out at the Centre and the CBI, Chief Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday said the agency’s plea to the Supreme Court to shift the Sohrabuddin case outside Gujarat was an insult to the judicial system of the State.
Hitting out at the Centre and the CBI, Chief Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday said the agency’s plea to the Supreme Court to shift the Sohrabuddin case outside Gujarat was an insult to the judicial system of the State.
Osmania University tense after student commits suicide for Telangana | ummid.com
Osmania University tense after student commits suicide for Telangana ummid.com
A student of MCA burnt himself to death on the Osmania University campus late on Friday in support of Telangana State.
A student of MCA burnt himself to death on the Osmania University campus late on Friday in support of Telangana State.
PM's trade panel to come up with report to boost agriculture output | ummid.com
PM's trade panel to come up with report to boost agriculture output ummid.com
A sub-committee of the Prime Minister's Council on Trade and Industry on agriculture held its first meeting here on Friday.
A sub-committee of the Prime Minister's Council on Trade and Industry on agriculture held its first meeting here on Friday.
Curfew clamped in all major towns of Kashmir, protests continue | ummid.com
Curfew clamped in all major towns of Kashmir, protests continue ummid.com
Curfew was today clamped in all major towns of Kashmir Valley, including Srinagar, as protestors torched a railway station and clashed with security forces, who opened fire leaving one person dead and over 25 others injured, including several policemen.
Curfew was today clamped in all major towns of Kashmir Valley, including Srinagar, as protestors torched a railway station and clashed with security forces, who opened fire leaving one person dead and over 25 others injured, including several policemen.
Friday, July 30, 2010
Thursday, July 29, 2010
At 14, Delhi boy joins IIT Kanpur, to stay with mother while studying | ummid.com
At 14, Delhi boy joins IIT Kanpur, to stay with mother while studying ummid.com
Delhi boy Sahal Kaushik, who hogged the limelight when he cracked the IIT-JEE exam at the age of 14 this year, has taken admission in an undergraduate course at the IIT Kanpur.
Delhi boy Sahal Kaushik, who hogged the limelight when he cracked the IIT-JEE exam at the age of 14 this year, has taken admission in an undergraduate course at the IIT Kanpur.
1800 years old Roman bronze tweezers, manicure rasp found in Turkey | ummid.com
1800 years old Roman bronze tweezers, manicure rasp found in Turkey ummid.com
Archaeologists have uncovered an ancient Roman personal care set at Myra-Andriake in Antalya's district of Demre, Turkey.
Archaeologists have uncovered an ancient Roman personal care set at Myra-Andriake in Antalya's district of Demre, Turkey.
Wednesday, July 28, 2010
U.N. chief concerned over Kashmir situation; calls for peace | ummid.com
U.N. chief concerned over Kashmir situation; calls for peace ummid.com
U.N. Secretary General Ban Ki-moon has expressed concern over the unrest in Kashmir, which exploded last month claiming the lives of seventeen people.
U.N. Secretary General Ban Ki-moon has expressed concern over the unrest in Kashmir, which exploded last month claiming the lives of seventeen people.
Class IX student opens fire at schoolmate | ummid.com
Class IX student opens fire at schoolmate ummid.com
A clash between two groups of students in a south Delhi school today took an ugly turn when a Class IX student allegedly opened fire on a schoolmate, leaving him injured.
A clash between two groups of students in a south Delhi school today took an ugly turn when a Class IX student allegedly opened fire on a schoolmate, leaving him injured.
No survivors in Pakistan air crash | ummid.com
No survivors in Pakistan air crash ummid.com
All 152 people on board a Pakistani plane have been killed after the aircraft plunged into the Margalla Hills near the capital, Islamabad.
All 152 people on board a Pakistani plane have been killed after the aircraft plunged into the Margalla Hills near the capital, Islamabad.
Tuesday, July 27, 2010
Pentagon opens criminal probe into Afghan war file leaks | ummid.com
Pentagon opens criminal probe into Afghan war file leaks ummid.com
The U.S. Army has started a criminal probe into the leak of some 92,000 classified military files on the war in Afghanistan by Wikileaks, the Pentagon announced on Tuesday.
The U.S. Army has started a criminal probe into the leak of some 92,000 classified military files on the war in Afghanistan by Wikileaks, the Pentagon announced on Tuesday.
Kerala Minister admits there exist religious courts in the state | ummid.com
Kerala Minister admits there exist religious courts in the state ummid.com
Home Minister Kodiyeri Balakrishnan admitted that the police have information that religious courts named 'Darul Huda’ are functioning in the state.
Home Minister Kodiyeri Balakrishnan admitted that the police have information that religious courts named 'Darul Huda’ are functioning in the state.
Delhi HC directs Govt. on Haj Committee | ummid.com
Delhi HC directs Govt. on Haj Committee ummid.com
The Delhi High Court directed the Centre, to nominate a person except one who has taken part in the election for National Haj Committee to look into all works for 2010 Haj pilgrimage arrangements, on Tuesday, Jul 27.
The Delhi High Court directed the Centre, to nominate a person except one who has taken part in the election for National Haj Committee to look into all works for 2010 Haj pilgrimage arrangements, on Tuesday, Jul 27.
Muslim groups slam Kerala CM over Islamic byte | ummid.com
Muslim groups slam Kerala CM over Islamic byte ummid.com
Kerala Chief Minister V S Achuthanandan incurred the ire of Muslim organisations and political parties for stating that radical outfit Popular Front wanted to turn the state into a Muslim-majority through their communal and divisive activities.
Kerala Chief Minister V S Achuthanandan incurred the ire of Muslim organisations and political parties for stating that radical outfit Popular Front wanted to turn the state into a Muslim-majority through their communal and divisive activities.
Muslim groups slam Kerala CM over Islamic byte | ummid.com
Muslim groups slam Kerala CM over Islamic byte ummid.com
Kerala Chief Minister V S Achuthanandan incurred the ire of Muslim organisations and political parties for stating that radical outfit Popular Front wanted to turn the state into a Muslim-majority through their communal and divisive activities.
Kerala Chief Minister V S Achuthanandan incurred the ire of Muslim organisations and political parties for stating that radical outfit Popular Front wanted to turn the state into a Muslim-majority through their communal and divisive activities.
No plans to make voting compulsory: Moily | ummid.com
No plans to make voting compulsory: Moily ummid.com
Close on the heels of the Election Commission terming the idea as impractical, Government today said it has no plans to frame a law making voting compulsory.
Close on the heels of the Election Commission terming the idea as impractical, Government today said it has no plans to frame a law making voting compulsory.
March against caste-based census | ummid.com
March against caste-based census ummid.com
Eminent leaders and social activists today took out a march in the national capital demanding that caste should not be included in census.
Eminent leaders and social activists today took out a march in the national capital demanding that caste should not be included in census.
More Afghan military secrets set to go online | ummid.com
More Afghan military secrets set to go online ummid.com
The next 15,000 military documents to be published on whistleblower website wikileaks.org are "predominantly intelligence reports", its founder Julian Assange told Gulf News by telephone from London on Monday.
The next 15,000 military documents to be published on whistleblower website wikileaks.org are "predominantly intelligence reports", its founder Julian Assange told Gulf News by telephone from London on Monday.
Leaks show hidden Afghanistan war details | ummid.com
Leaks show hidden Afghanistan war details ummid.com
Two newspapers are reporting that 90,000 leaked US military records amount to a blow-by-blow account of six years of the Afghanistan war, including unreported killings of Afghan civilians as well as covert operations by special operations forces against Taliban figures.
Two newspapers are reporting that 90,000 leaked US military records amount to a blow-by-blow account of six years of the Afghanistan war, including unreported killings of Afghan civilians as well as covert operations by special operations forces against Taliban figures.
HC reserves verdict on Ayodhya title suits | ummid.com
HC reserves verdict on Ayodhya title suits ummid.com
Sixty years after the first suit in the matter was filed, the Allahabad High Court today reserved its verdict on the four Ayodhya title suits after conducting a detailed hearing.
Sixty years after the first suit in the matter was filed, the Allahabad High Court today reserved its verdict on the four Ayodhya title suits after conducting a detailed hearing.
Madrasa students in Gorakhpur miss midday meal | ummid.com
Madrasa students in Gorakhpur miss midday meal ummid.com
Students of 'madrasas' in Gorakhpur are not getting the benefits of the central government's Mid-Day Meal scheme.
Students of 'madrasas' in Gorakhpur are not getting the benefits of the central government's Mid-Day Meal scheme.
Kerala Govt to probe functioning religious courts | ummid.com
Kerala Govt to probe functioning religious courts ummid.com
Kerala Government today announced a probe into the activities of religious committees run by radical outfit, PFI, whose activists allegedly chopped off the hand of a college lecturer recently.
Kerala Government today announced a probe into the activities of religious committees run by radical outfit, PFI, whose activists allegedly chopped off the hand of a college lecturer recently.
Kerala against foreign varsities functioning in India | ummid.com
Kerala against foreign varsities functioning in India ummid.com
The CPI(M)-led LDF government in Kerala has decided to oppose the Center's proposal to allow foreign universities in the country, saying it will not improve the quality of education in any way.
The CPI(M)-led LDF government in Kerala has decided to oppose the Center's proposal to allow foreign universities in the country, saying it will not improve the quality of education in any way.
Monday, July 26, 2010
'Amit Shah had taken bribe from Ketan Parekh' | ummid.com
'Amit Shah had taken bribe from Ketan Parekh' ummid.com
Gujarat Congress leader Arjun Modhvadia alleged that former minister of state for home Amit Shah had allegedly received a bribe of Rs 2.5 crore from stock market scamster Ketan Parekh to help him in a bank fraud case.
Gujarat Congress leader Arjun Modhvadia alleged that former minister of state for home Amit Shah had allegedly received a bribe of Rs 2.5 crore from stock market scamster Ketan Parekh to help him in a bank fraud case.
Man with transplanted face appears on TV | ummid.com
Man with transplanted face appears on TV ummid.com
A Spanish man who underwent the world's first full face transplant appeared before television cameras on Monday, for the first time since his surgery in March.
A Spanish man who underwent the world's first full face transplant appeared before television cameras on Monday, for the first time since his surgery in March.
Man with transplanted face appears on TV | ummid.com
Man with transplanted face appears on TV ummid.com
A Spanish man who underwent the world's first full face transplant appeared before television cameras on Monday, for the first time since his surgery in March.
A Spanish man who underwent the world's first full face transplant appeared before television cameras on Monday, for the first time since his surgery in March.
No communal angle to death of cows in Malegaon: Maha Minister | ummid.com
No communal angle to death of cows in Malegaon: Maha Minister ummid.com
Few days after State Minority Commission Chairman Naseem Siddiquee dismissed opposition charges of conspiracy in recovery of the cow carcasses in Malegaon, it was the turn of the Maharashtra government to do the same.
Few days after State Minority Commission Chairman Naseem Siddiquee dismissed opposition charges of conspiracy in recovery of the cow carcasses in Malegaon, it was the turn of the Maharashtra government to do the same.
Islam stands for peace, brotherhood and prosperity: Salman Khurshid | ummid.com
Islam stands for peace, brotherhood and prosperity: Salman Khurshid ummid.com
Minister of State for Corporate and Minority Affairs Salman Khurshid on Monday said Islam stands for peace, brotherhood and prosperity.
Minister of State for Corporate and Minority Affairs Salman Khurshid on Monday said Islam stands for peace, brotherhood and prosperity.
Now Khurshid terms clerics' fears on RTE and Wakf Acts 'far-fetched' | ummid.com
Now Khurshid terms clerics' fears on RTE and Wakf Acts 'far-fetched' ummid.com
A day after HRD Minister Kapil Sibal allayed the fears of the Muslim clerics over Right to Education Act, Minority Affairs Minister Salman Khurshid described their apprehensions on the Act as 'the fear of the unknown'. He also termed their objections on the Waqf Amendment Bill 2010 as misplaced and misinformed.
A day after HRD Minister Kapil Sibal allayed the fears of the Muslim clerics over Right to Education Act, Minority Affairs Minister Salman Khurshid described their apprehensions on the Act as 'the fear of the unknown'. He also termed their objections on the Waqf Amendment Bill 2010 as misplaced and misinformed.
Amin likely to turn approver in Sohrab case, says lawyer | ummid.com
Amin likely to turn approver in Sohrab case, says lawyer ummid.com
In a shot in the arm for CBI, former Deputy Superintendent of Police N K Amin, an accused in the Sohrabuddin encounter case, is likely to file an application for becoming an approver, his lawyer said here today.
In a shot in the arm for CBI, former Deputy Superintendent of Police N K Amin, an accused in the Sohrabuddin encounter case, is likely to file an application for becoming an approver, his lawyer said here today.
Kapil Sibal allays clerics' fears on RTE Act; says no to Madrasa Board | ummid.com
Kapil Sibal allays clerics' fears on RTE Act; says no to Madrasa Board ummid.com
Union Human Resource Development Minister (HRD) Kapil Sibal clarified on Sunday that Madaris have been clearly kept out of the purview of the Right of Children to Free and Compulsory Education Act 2009 (RTE).
Union Human Resource Development Minister (HRD) Kapil Sibal clarified on Sunday that Madaris have been clearly kept out of the purview of the Right of Children to Free and Compulsory Education Act 2009 (RTE).
Mustafa Hashmi bags silver at International Biology Olympiad 2010 | ummid.com
Mustafa Hashmi bags silver at International Biology Olympiad 2010 ummid.com
Success is nothing new for Syed Mustafa Hashmi. But the recent one has brought the Hyderabad boy more fame than ever. Hashmi won a silver medal at the 21st International Biology Olympiad held in Changwon, Korea from July 11 to 15.
Success is nothing new for Syed Mustafa Hashmi. But the recent one has brought the Hyderabad boy more fame than ever. Hashmi won a silver medal at the 21st International Biology Olympiad held in Changwon, Korea from July 11 to 15.
Indian ship to join anti-Gaza blockade campaign | ummid.com
Indian ship to join anti-Gaza blockade campaign ummid.com
An Indian vessel is set to join a new international campaign named 'The Audacity of Hope' to press for an end to the Israeli blockade of the Gaza Strip, months after nine pro Palestinian activists were killed in an attack on an aid ship bound for Gaza.
An Indian vessel is set to join a new international campaign named 'The Audacity of Hope' to press for an end to the Israeli blockade of the Gaza Strip, months after nine pro Palestinian activists were killed in an attack on an aid ship bound for Gaza.
PM rejects BJP charge of Govt. misusing CBI in Sohrabuddin case | ummid.com
PM rejects BJP charge of Govt. misusing CBI in Sohrabuddin case ummid.com
Prime Minister Manmohan Singh today rejected the BJP charge of government misusing the CBI in the Sohrabuddin Sheikh fake encounter case and said the Centre had not tried to influence the investigation process in any way.
Prime Minister Manmohan Singh today rejected the BJP charge of government misusing the CBI in the Sohrabuddin Sheikh fake encounter case and said the Centre had not tried to influence the investigation process in any way.
Sunday, July 25, 2010
Opposition leaders misled Maharashtra Assembly: State Minority Commission | ummid.com
Opposition leaders misled Maharashtra Assembly: State Minority Commission ummid.com
Maharashtra Minority Commission Chairman Naseem Siddiquee came down heavily on the opposition parties, specially the Opposition leader in Maharashtra Assembly, Eknath Khadse, and said his observations made in the house about the dead cows found along the highway near Malegaon city were baseless, incorrect and intended to gain political mileage.
Maharashtra Minority Commission Chairman Naseem Siddiquee came down heavily on the opposition parties, specially the Opposition leader in Maharashtra Assembly, Eknath Khadse, and said his observations made in the house about the dead cows found along the highway near Malegaon city were baseless, incorrect and intended to gain political mileage.
Automobile buffs visit International auto show in Hyderabad | ummid.com
Automobile buffs visit International auto show in Hyderabad ummid.com
Hundreds of enthusiasts of automobiles made their presence here to get a sneak peek at sleek and classy cars during the second edition of the Hyderabad International Auto Show 2010.
Hundreds of enthusiasts of automobiles made their presence here to get a sneak peek at sleek and classy cars during the second edition of the Hyderabad International Auto Show 2010.
Parliament's Monsoon Session to begin on stormy note Monday | ummid.com
Parliament's Monsoon Session to begin on stormy note Monday ummid.com
Parliament's Monsoon Session will commence on Monday and is likely to be stormy with the combined Opposition attacking the UPA Government on issues such as the price rise, the recently held Indo-Pakistan talks in Islamabad and others.
Parliament's Monsoon Session will commence on Monday and is likely to be stormy with the combined Opposition attacking the UPA Government on issues such as the price rise, the recently held Indo-Pakistan talks in Islamabad and others.
Arundhati Roy, Indra Nooyi among 30 most inspiring women | ummid.com
Arundhati Roy, Indra Nooyi among 30 most inspiring women ummid.com
India-born head of PepsiCo Indra Nooyi and writer and activist Arundhati Roy have been named by Forbes among the world's 30 most inspiring women, a list that also features Mother Teresa, media mogul Oprah Winfrey and United States Secretary of State Hillary Clinton.
India-born head of PepsiCo Indra Nooyi and writer and activist Arundhati Roy have been named by Forbes among the world's 30 most inspiring women, a list that also features Mother Teresa, media mogul Oprah Winfrey and United States Secretary of State Hillary Clinton.
Amit Shah arrested by CBI in Sohrabuddin case | ummid.com
Amit Shah arrested by CBI in Sohrabuddin case ummid.com
The CBI on Sunday arrested former Gujarat minister Amit Shah in Sohrabuddin Sheikh fake encounter case after he appeared before the agency for questioning here.
The CBI on Sunday arrested former Gujarat minister Amit Shah in Sohrabuddin Sheikh fake encounter case after he appeared before the agency for questioning here.
Maharashtra to have Technological University soon | ummid.com
Maharashtra to have Technological University soon ummid.com
Maharashtra government is planning to set up a Technological University to bring all the engineering, technical, management, architectural and pharmacy colleges under one roof.
Maharashtra government is planning to set up a Technological University to bring all the engineering, technical, management, architectural and pharmacy colleges under one roof.
Universities on wakf land proposal makes some headway | ummid.com
Universities on wakf land proposal makes some headway ummid.com
An ambitious scheme for setting up three central universities on wakf land which got delayed due to legal constraints, has made a forward move with a cabinet note being prepared for the proposal.
An ambitious scheme for setting up three central universities on wakf land which got delayed due to legal constraints, has made a forward move with a cabinet note being prepared for the proposal.
Malegaon blasts: Sadhavi Pragya moves SC for bail | ummid.com
Malegaon blasts: Sadhavi Pragya moves SC for bail ummid.com
Sadhvi Pragya Singh Thakur, who is facing charges under MCOCA for her alleged involvement in the 2008 Malegaon bomb blast case, has moved the Supreme Court for bail. The petition is listed for hearing tomorrow before a bench comprising Justices J M Panchal and Gyan Sudha Mishra.
Sadhvi Pragya Singh Thakur, who is facing charges under MCOCA for her alleged involvement in the 2008 Malegaon bomb blast case, has moved the Supreme Court for bail. The petition is listed for hearing tomorrow before a bench comprising Justices J M Panchal and Gyan Sudha Mishra.
Amit Shah makes dramatic appearance before media | ummid.com
Amit Shah makes dramatic appearance before media ummid.com
After remaining untraceable for CBI since Thursday, former Gujarat minister Amit Shah on Sunday made a dramatic appearance before the press at the BJP state headquarters here and said he will present himself before the agency for questioning in the Sohrabuddin Sheikh fake encounter case.
After remaining untraceable for CBI since Thursday, former Gujarat minister Amit Shah on Sunday made a dramatic appearance before the press at the BJP state headquarters here and said he will present himself before the agency for questioning in the Sohrabuddin Sheikh fake encounter case.
Saturday, July 24, 2010
U.S.aircraft carrier ups pressure on North Korea | ummid.com
U.S.aircraft carrier ups pressure on North Korea ummid.com
A massive nuclear-powered U.S. supercarrier began manoeuvres on Sunday with ally South Korea in a potent show of force that North Korea has threatened could lead to “sacred war.”
A massive nuclear-powered U.S. supercarrier began manoeuvres on Sunday with ally South Korea in a potent show of force that North Korea has threatened could lead to “sacred war.”
SC slams Govt for equating housewives with prostitutes/beggars | ummid.com
SC slams Govt for equating housewives with prostitutes/beggars ummid.com
The Supreme Court has slammed the Government for clubbing housewives with prostitutes, beggars and prisoners in the Census and describing them as economically non-productive workers.
The Supreme Court has slammed the Government for clubbing housewives with prostitutes, beggars and prisoners in the Census and describing them as economically non-productive workers.
President for strong school education system | ummid.com
President for strong school education system ummid.com
Observing that youths can play a vital role in making India one of the largest economics and the most influential nations, President Pratibha Patil today said there was a need for strong school education system.
Observing that youths can play a vital role in making India one of the largest economics and the most influential nations, President Pratibha Patil today said there was a need for strong school education system.
NDC to review mid term 11 five year plan today | ummid.com
NDC to review mid term 11 five year plan today ummid.com
The National Development Council (NDC) will meet here today for mid year review of the XIth five year plan.
The National Development Council (NDC) will meet here today for mid year review of the XIth five year plan.
MIG-27 crashes, pilot ejects out | ummid.com
MIG-27 crashes, pilot ejects out ummid.com
A MiG-27 fighter jet of the Indian Air Force on Saturday crashed near Hashimara in West Bengal with the pilot ejecting out of the aircraft.
A MiG-27 fighter jet of the Indian Air Force on Saturday crashed near Hashimara in West Bengal with the pilot ejecting out of the aircraft.
Nariman flays Gujarat Minister's decision not to appear before CBI | ummid.com
Nariman flays Gujarat Minister's decision not to appear before CBI ummid.com
Top jurist Fali S Nariman today termed as "unfortunate" Gujarat junior Home Minister Amit Shah's decision not to appear before the CBI and said he should answer the charges levelled against him. "It is unfortunate.
Top jurist Fali S Nariman today termed as "unfortunate" Gujarat junior Home Minister Amit Shah's decision not to appear before the CBI and said he should answer the charges levelled against him. "It is unfortunate.
Know US clubs in schools, colleges in South India | ummid.com
Know US clubs in schools, colleges in South India ummid.com
The US Consulate here will soon start ''Know US'' clubs in schools and colleges across south India in a bid to highlight the Indo-US relationship.
The US Consulate here will soon start ''Know US'' clubs in schools and colleges across south India in a bid to highlight the Indo-US relationship.
Friday, July 23, 2010
In CBI net, Gujarat Minister resigns | ummid.com
In CBI net, Gujarat Minister resigns ummid.com
Facing charges of murder, Gujarat Minister of State for Home Amit Shah, a close associate of Chief Minister Narendra Modi, on Saturday resigned from the state ministry.
Facing charges of murder, Gujarat Minister of State for Home Amit Shah, a close associate of Chief Minister Narendra Modi, on Saturday resigned from the state ministry.
Now, Google worth one billion page views a day | ummid.com
Now, Google worth one billion page views a day ummid.com
Now, Goolge is worth one billion page views a day as the new image searches can show upto 1,000 images per page. “This represents the largest image search engine by far,” BBC quoted Marissa Mayer, vice president of search, as saying.
Now, Goolge is worth one billion page views a day as the new image searches can show upto 1,000 images per page. “This represents the largest image search engine by far,” BBC quoted Marissa Mayer, vice president of search, as saying.
Allahabad HC issues notice to Haj committee | ummid.com
Allahabad HC issues notice to Haj committee ummid.com
The Allahabad High Court has issued a notice to the Haj Committee of India CEO and directed the central and state governments to file their replies within four weeks on a PIL seeking reimbursement to Hajis of the amount charged from them at the start of the pilgrimage but not utilized during the course of it.
The Allahabad High Court has issued a notice to the Haj Committee of India CEO and directed the central and state governments to file their replies within four weeks on a PIL seeking reimbursement to Hajis of the amount charged from them at the start of the pilgrimage but not utilized during the course of it.
CBI files chargesheet against Gujarat Minister, 14 others | ummid.com
CBI files chargesheet against Gujarat Minister, 14 others ummid.com
The CBI filed chargesheet against Gujarat Minister of State for Home Amit Shah, a close aide of Narendra Modi, and 14 others in connection with the fake encounter of Sohrabbuddin Sheikh and the 'brutual killing' of his wife, Kausarbi.
The CBI filed chargesheet against Gujarat Minister of State for Home Amit Shah, a close aide of Narendra Modi, and 14 others in connection with the fake encounter of Sohrabbuddin Sheikh and the 'brutual killing' of his wife, Kausarbi.
Rajasthan Govt urged to sack Waqf Board chairman | ummid.com
Rajasthan Govt urged to sack Waqf Board chairman ummid.com
The Rajasthan government has been urged to sack the state Waqf Board chairman and initiate action against the Board's CEO and the Jaipur District Collector for allegedly promoting encroachment on a piece of land used for religious purposes here.
The Rajasthan government has been urged to sack the state Waqf Board chairman and initiate action against the Board's CEO and the Jaipur District Collector for allegedly promoting encroachment on a piece of land used for religious purposes here.
Tom Alter, the perfect man for ''Ghalib'' role: director | ummid.com
Tom Alter, the perfect man for ''Ghalib'' role: director ummid.com
His impeccable command over Urdu and acting skills make Tom Alter the perfect choice for the director of play ''Ghalib'' for the role of the legendary poet. M Sayeed Alam, whose ''Ghalib'' has seen 33 productions across the country, says he chose Alter for the role for three reasons.
His impeccable command over Urdu and acting skills make Tom Alter the perfect choice for the director of play ''Ghalib'' for the role of the legendary poet. M Sayeed Alam, whose ''Ghalib'' has seen 33 productions across the country, says he chose Alter for the role for three reasons.
Taslima asked to leave India | ummid.com
Taslima asked to leave India ummid.com
Even as the government is yet to decide on her plea for residential permit, controversial Bangladeshi writer Taslima Nasrin may have to leave India soon and apply for a fresh visa because her travel document expires in the middle of next month.
Even as the government is yet to decide on her plea for residential permit, controversial Bangladeshi writer Taslima Nasrin may have to leave India soon and apply for a fresh visa because her travel document expires in the middle of next month.
CBI rejects Gujarat Minister's request for more time to appear | ummid.com
CBI rejects Gujarat Minister's request for more time to appear ummid.com
Gujarat's junior Home Minister Amit Shah, a close aide of Narendra Modi, today sought more time to appear before the CBI for questioning in connection with the Sohrabuddin Sheikh fake encounter case but his plea was turned down by the probe agency.
Gujarat's junior Home Minister Amit Shah, a close aide of Narendra Modi, today sought more time to appear before the CBI for questioning in connection with the Sohrabuddin Sheikh fake encounter case but his plea was turned down by the probe agency.
BJP boycotts Manmohan lunch to protest ’misuse’ of CBI | ummid.com
BJP boycotts Manmohan lunch to protest ’misuse’ of CBI ummid.com
The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Friday said its top leaders decided against attending the lunch hosted by Prime Minister Manmohan Singh to protest against “misuse” of CBI by summoning Gujarat Minister Amit Shah in connection with the Sohrabuddin Sheikh encounter case.
The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Friday said its top leaders decided against attending the lunch hosted by Prime Minister Manmohan Singh to protest against “misuse” of CBI by summoning Gujarat Minister Amit Shah in connection with the Sohrabuddin Sheikh encounter case.
NHRC issues notice to Centre on civilian deaths in J-K | ummid.com
NHRC issues notice to Centre on civilian deaths in J-K ummid.com
The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has sought a reply from the Centre on a complaint alleging that several civilians were recently killed by the CRPF in Jammu and Kashmir.
The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has sought a reply from the Centre on a complaint alleging that several civilians were recently killed by the CRPF in Jammu and Kashmir.
Thursday, July 22, 2010
Common CET for engineering courses under consideration | ummid.com
Common CET for engineering courses under consideration ummid.com
Union Minister for Human Resources Development D Purandeswari today said that a Common Entrance Test (CET) for engineering courses across the country was under consideration.
Union Minister for Human Resources Development D Purandeswari today said that a Common Entrance Test (CET) for engineering courses across the country was under consideration.
Urdu Media: Suffering in silence | ummid.com
Urdu Media: Suffering in silence ummid.com
The history of journalism in India goes back to 1790, when an Englishman James Augustus for the first time started a newspaper ‘Bengal Gazette’ from Sedampur, a village close to Kolkata.
The history of journalism in India goes back to 1790, when an Englishman James Augustus for the first time started a newspaper ‘Bengal Gazette’ from Sedampur, a village close to Kolkata.
International declared Kosovo's independence ‘legal’ | ummid.com
International declared Kosovo's independence ‘legal’ ummid.com
Kosovo won a major victory on the world stage Thursday as the United Nations' highest court said its 2008 declaration of independence from Serbia was legal.
Kosovo won a major victory on the world stage Thursday as the United Nations' highest court said its 2008 declaration of independence from Serbia was legal.
Mahatma Gandhi's long-forgotten diary recovered | ummid.com
Mahatma Gandhi's long-forgotten diary recovered ummid.com
Mahatma Gandhi's diary written during the year of Indian Independence and held till recently under private possession will soon be open for public viewing at the National Archives here.
Mahatma Gandhi's diary written during the year of Indian Independence and held till recently under private possession will soon be open for public viewing at the National Archives here.
'Why Centre so keen about CBI probe in Ishrat case?' | ummid.com
'Why Centre so keen about CBI probe in Ishrat case?' ummid.com
The Gujarat government on Thursday filed an affidavit in the Gujarat high court questioning the keenness of Central government for a CBI probe on Ishrat Jahan and three others encounter.
The Gujarat government on Thursday filed an affidavit in the Gujarat high court questioning the keenness of Central government for a CBI probe on Ishrat Jahan and three others encounter.
CBI summons Gujarat Home Minister in fake encounter case | ummid.com
CBI summons Gujarat Home Minister in fake encounter case ummid.com
Gujarat Home Minister Amit Shah has been summoned by the CBI to appear before it on Thursday in connection with the Sohrabuddin Sheikh fake encounter case.
Gujarat Home Minister Amit Shah has been summoned by the CBI to appear before it on Thursday in connection with the Sohrabuddin Sheikh fake encounter case.
Row over dead cows in Malegaon sparks ruckus in Maha Assembly | ummid.com
Row over dead cows in Malegaon sparks ruckus in Maha Assembly ummid.com
The issue of the dead cows found in Malegaon rocked the Maharashtra Legislative Assembly on Thursday with the Opposition threatening to prevent smooth functioning of the House till the accused were arrested.
The issue of the dead cows found in Malegaon rocked the Maharashtra Legislative Assembly on Thursday with the Opposition threatening to prevent smooth functioning of the House till the accused were arrested.
Wednesday, July 21, 2010
Christians, Muslims of SC origin demand reservation | ummid.com
Christians, Muslims of SC origin demand reservation ummid.com
Representatives from five organisations today demanded that Christians and Muslims of Scheduled Caste (SC) origin be accorded the SC status in accordance with the recommendation of Justice Ranganath Misra Commission.
Representatives from five organisations today demanded that Christians and Muslims of Scheduled Caste (SC) origin be accorded the SC status in accordance with the recommendation of Justice Ranganath Misra Commission.
Anhad demands immediate ban on RSS | ummid.com
Anhad demands immediate ban on RSS ummid.com
Condemning the recent attack on the head office of a leading TV news channel by the RSS workers, Anhad, today demanded an immediate ban on RSS and all its front organisations and wings.
Condemning the recent attack on the head office of a leading TV news channel by the RSS workers, Anhad, today demanded an immediate ban on RSS and all its front organisations and wings.
Separate law on honour killings not required, says NHRC | ummid.com
Separate law on honour killings not required, says NHRC ummid.com
Even as the government remains divided over the fate of proposed amendments to existing laws to tackle honour killings, former CJI and NHRC Chairman K G Balakrishnan on Tuesday said there was no need for a separate law as these were cases of “sheer murder”.
Even as the government remains divided over the fate of proposed amendments to existing laws to tackle honour killings, former CJI and NHRC Chairman K G Balakrishnan on Tuesday said there was no need for a separate law as these were cases of “sheer murder”.
Everwin's signature campaign to woo US Prez to visit Chennai | ummid.com
Everwin's signature campaign to woo US Prez to visit Chennai ummid.com
At a time when every State in the country was wooing US President Barack Obama to visit their respective States, students of a private school in the city outskirts today launched a signature campaign to invite him to come to Chennai when he visits India later this year.
At a time when every State in the country was wooing US President Barack Obama to visit their respective States, students of a private school in the city outskirts today launched a signature campaign to invite him to come to Chennai when he visits India later this year.
RTI activist Amit Jethwa shot dead in Gujarat, Family accuses BJP MP | ummid.com
RTI activist Amit Jethwa shot dead in Gujarat, Family accuses BJP MP ummid.com
Prominent Right to Information (RTI) activist Amit Jethwa was shot dead by unidentified assailants near the Gujarat High Court last night. Amit's family blamed a BJP MP for the incident.
Prominent Right to Information (RTI) activist Amit Jethwa was shot dead by unidentified assailants near the Gujarat High Court last night. Amit's family blamed a BJP MP for the incident.
Tuesday, July 20, 2010
Niqab ban report sparks debate in Syria | ummid.com
Niqab ban report sparks debate in Syria ummid.com
Contrary to what is being said on mainstream channels like the BBC and Al Jazeera, and to what has been carried by the wires over the last 48 hours, no law has been issued in Syria banning women wearing the niqab (veil) from entering university campuses.
Contrary to what is being said on mainstream channels like the BBC and Al Jazeera, and to what has been carried by the wires over the last 48 hours, no law has been issued in Syria banning women wearing the niqab (veil) from entering university campuses.
Spanish Parliament rejects proposal to ban burqa | ummid.com
Spanish Parliament rejects proposal to ban burqa ummid.com
Spain's Parliament has rejected a proposal to ban women from wearing in public places Islamic veils that reveal only the eyes.
Spain's Parliament has rejected a proposal to ban women from wearing in public places Islamic veils that reveal only the eyes.
'World's largest lake may hit record high temperature' | ummid.com
'World's largest lake may hit record high temperature' ummid.com
The world's largest lake, Lake Superior, is on its way to clocking record high temperatures this season, thanks to low ice cover last winter.
The world's largest lake, Lake Superior, is on its way to clocking record high temperatures this season, thanks to low ice cover last winter.
Opposition to take on Govt. on caste based census, inflation | ummid.com
Opposition to take on Govt. on caste based census, inflation ummid.com
Janata Dal (United) president Sharad Yadav today said the Opposition was united on the issue of inflation and caste census and would defeat the government's move to create confusion among its rank by raising contentious issues like Women Reservation Bill and Civil Nuclear Liability Bill during the monsoon session of Parliament.
Janata Dal (United) president Sharad Yadav today said the Opposition was united on the issue of inflation and caste census and would defeat the government's move to create confusion among its rank by raising contentious issues like Women Reservation Bill and Civil Nuclear Liability Bill during the monsoon session of Parliament.
Haj 2010: AP Wakf board selects volunteers | ummid.com
Haj 2010: AP Wakf board selects volunteers ummid.com
Andhra Pradesh Minister for Minorities Welfare Mohammed Ahmadullah announced the selection of 17 Khadimul-Hujjaj (Haj Volunteers) belonging to various State Government Departments through draw of lots after their interviews at the Haj House here yesterday.
Andhra Pradesh Minister for Minorities Welfare Mohammed Ahmadullah announced the selection of 17 Khadimul-Hujjaj (Haj Volunteers) belonging to various State Government Departments through draw of lots after their interviews at the Haj House here yesterday.
Police register sedition case against two PFI activists | ummid.com
Police register sedition case against two PFI activists ummid.com
The Special Investigation Team (SIT) today registered a case of sedition against two activists of Popular Front of India (PFI), who were allegedly involved in chopping off the hand of a lecturer for preparing a question paper having "derogatory" references to Prophet Mohammed.
The Special Investigation Team (SIT) today registered a case of sedition against two activists of Popular Front of India (PFI), who were allegedly involved in chopping off the hand of a lecturer for preparing a question paper having "derogatory" references to Prophet Mohammed.
Mumbai regains National Hockey Champion crown after 21 yrs | ummid.com
Mumbai regains National Hockey Champion crown after 21 yrs ummid.com
Mumbai were crowned Indian National Hockey Champion once again after 21 years when they defeated a spirited Haryana team 3-2 in the summit clash to lift coveted Rangaswamy Cup in the 63rd edition of the tournament played here under floodlights at the historical Aishbagh stadium on Sunday night.
Mumbai were crowned Indian National Hockey Champion once again after 21 years when they defeated a spirited Haryana team 3-2 in the summit clash to lift coveted Rangaswamy Cup in the 63rd edition of the tournament played here under floodlights at the historical Aishbagh stadium on Sunday night.
VHP leader kills wife, daughter-in-law, commits suicide | ummid.com
VHP leader kills wife, daughter-in-law, commits suicide ummid.com
A local Vishwa Hindu Parishad leader allegedly committed suicide after killing his wife and daughter-in-law in Kotwali area of Faizabad district, police said here today.
A local Vishwa Hindu Parishad leader allegedly committed suicide after killing his wife and daughter-in-law in Kotwali area of Faizabad district, police said here today.
Top Bangladeshi art filmmaker turns to Gandhi for inspiration | ummid.com
Top Bangladeshi art filmmaker turns to Gandhi for inspiration ummid.com
Tanvir Mokammel, one of the top directors of Bangladesh's struggling art cinema, has been as much of an artist as an activist taking up the cause of peasants in villages. But when it came to espousing his belief in non-violence as key component of democracy, he could not but turn to Mahatma Gandhi.
Tanvir Mokammel, one of the top directors of Bangladesh's struggling art cinema, has been as much of an artist as an activist taking up the cause of peasants in villages. But when it came to espousing his belief in non-violence as key component of democracy, he could not but turn to Mahatma Gandhi.
Monday, July 19, 2010
Syria bans full face veils at Universities | ummid.com
Syria bans full face veils at Universities ummid.com
Giving anti-Niqab brigade a timely shot in arm, Syria banned the face-covering veil from the country’s universities to prevent what it sees as a threat to its secular identity.
Giving anti-Niqab brigade a timely shot in arm, Syria banned the face-covering veil from the country’s universities to prevent what it sees as a threat to its secular identity.
Syria bans full face veils at Universities | ummid.com
Syria bans full face veils at Universities ummid.com
Giving anti-Niqab brigade a timely shot in arm, Syria banned the face-covering veil from the country’s universities to prevent what it sees as a threat to its secular identity.
Giving anti-Niqab brigade a timely shot in arm, Syria banned the face-covering veil from the country’s universities to prevent what it sees as a threat to its secular identity.
Ayodhya: Abode of Ram or Allah | ummid.com
Ayodhya: Abode of Ram or Allah ummid.com
On the tragic day of 6th December 1992 the Babri Mosque, a 450 years old archeological structure was demolished by the RSS combine, (RSS, BJP, VHP, Bajrang dal and other progeny of RSS).
On the tragic day of 6th December 1992 the Babri Mosque, a 450 years old archeological structure was demolished by the RSS combine, (RSS, BJP, VHP, Bajrang dal and other progeny of RSS).
Malegaon blast case: HC brings back MCOCA against Sadhvi Pragya | ummid.com
Malegaon blast case: HC brings back MCOCA against Sadhvi Pragya ummid.com
The Bombay High Court on Monday restored the application of the stringent Maharashtra Control of Organised Crime Act (MCOCA) in the 2008 Malegaon blast case against Sadhvi Pragya Singh Thakur and others.
The Bombay High Court on Monday restored the application of the stringent Maharashtra Control of Organised Crime Act (MCOCA) in the 2008 Malegaon blast case against Sadhvi Pragya Singh Thakur and others.
Sibal bats for democracy in classrooms | ummid.com
Sibal bats for democracy in classrooms ummid.com
Union HRD Minister Kapil Sibal today batted for "democracy" in the classrooms and said students should be allowed to follow their aspirations.
Union HRD Minister Kapil Sibal today batted for "democracy" in the classrooms and said students should be allowed to follow their aspirations.
Bishops' appeal to choose God-fearing candidates leaves Left fuming | ummid.com
Bishops' appeal to choose God-fearing candidates leaves Left fuming ummid.com
The ruling CPI (M) and powerful Catholic Church in Kerala are headed for a collision course once again with the apex body of bishops issuing a pastoral letter urging the Christian community to choose only "God-fearing" and "selfless" candidates in polls.
The ruling CPI (M) and powerful Catholic Church in Kerala are headed for a collision course once again with the apex body of bishops issuing a pastoral letter urging the Christian community to choose only "God-fearing" and "selfless" candidates in polls.
Sainthia train accident: Toll climbs to 60 | ummid.com
Sainthia train accident: Toll climbs to 60 ummid.com
At least 60 people were killed and over 90 passengers injured when a train in high speed tore through the rear of another at the Sainthia station in Bhirbhum district of West Bengal, after it apparently overshot the signal in the small hours of Monday.
At least 60 people were killed and over 90 passengers injured when a train in high speed tore through the rear of another at the Sainthia station in Bhirbhum district of West Bengal, after it apparently overshot the signal in the small hours of Monday.
Arabs reject direct talks with Israel without written guarantees | ummid.com
Arabs reject direct talks with Israel without written guarantees ummid.com
The head of the Arab League has said that Palestinians cannot move into direct peace talks with Israel unless "written guarantees" are given beforehand.
The head of the Arab League has said that Palestinians cannot move into direct peace talks with Israel unless "written guarantees" are given beforehand.
Martyr’s kin wait petrol pump allotment since 2005 with no avail | ummid.com
Martyr’s kin wait petrol pump allotment since 2005 with no avail ummid.com
BSF Jawan, Ejaz Ahmed Shah Alam was killed at Kashmir Border on August 12, 2005 while fighting for the country. The government following the military rules had promised to allot either petrol pump or gas agency to recognize his sacrifice.
BSF Jawan, Ejaz Ahmed Shah Alam was killed at Kashmir Border on August 12, 2005 while fighting for the country. The government following the military rules had promised to allot either petrol pump or gas agency to recognize his sacrifice.
Sunday, July 18, 2010
Khurhid shoots off letter to Nitish | ummid.com
Khurhid shoots off letter to Nitish ummid.com
Apparently countering Nitish Kumar's allegations that the Centre was not paying attention to the needs of minorities in poll-bound Bihar, Union Minister Salman Khurshid has shot off a letter to the Chief Minister claiming that a key minority scheme has suffered a "setback" due to lack of prompt action by his government.
Apparently countering Nitish Kumar's allegations that the Centre was not paying attention to the needs of minorities in poll-bound Bihar, Union Minister Salman Khurshid has shot off a letter to the Chief Minister claiming that a key minority scheme has suffered a "setback" due to lack of prompt action by his government.
Provide scholarship on economic and merit criteria: BJP | ummid.com
Provide scholarship on economic and merit criteria: BJP ummid.com
Religion is becoming an "obstacle" for deserving poor students of the Hindu community to get scholarship to pursue their studies, BJP spokesperson Nirmala Sitaraman said today.
Religion is becoming an "obstacle" for deserving poor students of the Hindu community to get scholarship to pursue their studies, BJP spokesperson Nirmala Sitaraman said today.
'Britain not to ban Muslim women from wearing burqa' | ummid.com
'Britain not to ban Muslim women from wearing burqa' ummid.com
Britain has said that it would not follow France in banning Muslim women from wearing 'burqa' in public as such a move would run contrary to the conventions of a "tolerant and respectful society".
Britain has said that it would not follow France in banning Muslim women from wearing 'burqa' in public as such a move would run contrary to the conventions of a "tolerant and respectful society".
HRD Ministry plans to redraw Minority education roadmap | ummid.com
HRD Ministry plans to redraw Minority education roadmap ummid.com
The Human Resource Development (HRD) Ministry is redrawing the minority education roadmap to include new strategies after drawing repeated flak from prominent sections of the Muslim community over key policies in recent months, reports Hindustan Times.
The Human Resource Development (HRD) Ministry is redrawing the minority education roadmap to include new strategies after drawing repeated flak from prominent sections of the Muslim community over key policies in recent months, reports Hindustan Times.
Muslim support drifts towards MNS, sleepless nights for Congress | ummid.com
Muslim support drifts towards MNS, sleepless nights for Congress ummid.com
Congress which has set its eyes on wresting the Mumbai Municipal Corporation, Asia's largest civic body, from the Shiv Sena-BJP in the 2012 is alarmed by the possible Muslim support to Raj Thackeray-led MNS.
Congress which has set its eyes on wresting the Mumbai Municipal Corporation, Asia's largest civic body, from the Shiv Sena-BJP in the 2012 is alarmed by the possible Muslim support to Raj Thackeray-led MNS.
Will visit India only for meaningful dialogue, not for ‘leisure trip’: Qureshi | ummid.com
Will visit India only for meaningful dialogue, not for ‘leisure trip’: Qureshi ummid.com
Blaming India for ‘cherry picking’ issues during the foreign ministerial level talks earlier this week, Pakistan Foreign Minister Shah Mehmood Qureshi has said that he would visit New Delhi for the next level of talks only if agrees to have a ‘serious and meaningful dialogue’ on all contentious issues.
Blaming India for ‘cherry picking’ issues during the foreign ministerial level talks earlier this week, Pakistan Foreign Minister Shah Mehmood Qureshi has said that he would visit New Delhi for the next level of talks only if agrees to have a ‘serious and meaningful dialogue’ on all contentious issues.
Saturday, July 17, 2010
Imam of the Grand Mosque to the world: Don't be afraid of Islam | ummid.com
Imam of the Grand Mosque to the world: Don't be afraid of Islam ummid.com
The imam of the Grand Mosque in Makkah told the world not to be afraid of Islam and Muslims, adding that Islam represents a message of peace, goodness and tolerance, reports Arab News.
The imam of the Grand Mosque in Makkah told the world not to be afraid of Islam and Muslims, adding that Islam represents a message of peace, goodness and tolerance, reports Arab News.
Taj voted most popular Asian destination | ummid.com
Taj voted most popular Asian destination ummid.com
Taj Mahal, one of the Seven Wonders of the World, is grand winner of the voter's choice for most popular Asian destinations.
Taj Mahal, one of the Seven Wonders of the World, is grand winner of the voter's choice for most popular Asian destinations.
Friday, July 16, 2010
Protest near channel office, at the behest of VHP leaders: Report | ummid.com
Protest near channel office, at the behest of VHP leaders: Report ummid.com
A day after TV Channel office was vandalized after it exposed the sensational Hindutva plot to assassinate Indian Vice President Hamid Ansari, a VHP leader admitted that the protest outside the TV Channel office was staged at the behest of senior leaders.
A day after TV Channel office was vandalized after it exposed the sensational Hindutva plot to assassinate Indian Vice President Hamid Ansari, a VHP leader admitted that the protest outside the TV Channel office was staged at the behest of senior leaders.
Ishrat case: SIT submits probe summary report to HC | ummid.com
Ishrat case: SIT submits probe summary report to HC ummid.com
The special investigation team constituted to probe the alleged encounter of Ishrat Jahan and three others in 2004, on Friday submitted a summary of the work done by them to the Gujarat High Court.
The special investigation team constituted to probe the alleged encounter of Ishrat Jahan and three others in 2004, on Friday submitted a summary of the work done by them to the Gujarat High Court.
Thursday, July 15, 2010
Anti-democratic atrocities of Kerala Police against PFI condemned | ummid.com
Anti-democratic atrocities of Kerala Police against PFI condemned ummid.com
Popular Front of India, (PFI), Chairman Abdur Rahiman has condemned the discriminatory and anti-democratic atrocities of Kerala Police against the Organisation in the state.
Popular Front of India, (PFI), Chairman Abdur Rahiman has condemned the discriminatory and anti-democratic atrocities of Kerala Police against the Organisation in the state.
Govt. not in Muslim appeasement: Centre | ummid.com
Govt. not in Muslim appeasement: Centre ummid.com
The Centre has justified its policy of preferential treatment to the members of the Muslim community on the basis of Sachar Committee recommendation and said no special favour is being bestowed on them.
The Centre has justified its policy of preferential treatment to the members of the Muslim community on the basis of Sachar Committee recommendation and said no special favour is being bestowed on them.
Positive developments in Indo-Pak talks | ummid.com
Positive developments in Indo-Pak talks ummid.com
Talks between External Affairs Minister S M Krishna and his counterpart Shah Mahmood Qureshi were extended to another session later on Thursday with both sides indicating that there were some "positive developments".
Talks between External Affairs Minister S M Krishna and his counterpart Shah Mahmood Qureshi were extended to another session later on Thursday with both sides indicating that there were some "positive developments".
Wednesday, July 14, 2010
Makkah Masjid blast: Accused say no to polygraph, narco tests | ummid.com
Makkah Masjid blast: Accused say no to polygraph, narco tests ummid.com
Two accused in the 2007 Mecca Masjid bomb blast here today denied the CBI's claim that they had agreed to undergo polygraph and narco-analysis tests.
Two accused in the 2007 Mecca Masjid bomb blast here today denied the CBI's claim that they had agreed to undergo polygraph and narco-analysis tests.
SDPI flays raids in its offices | ummid.com
SDPI flays raids in its offices ummid.com
Expressing strong resentment against police raids on its offices and residences of activists, the Social Democratic Party of India (SDPI), the political arm of radical Muslim outfit Popular Front of India (PFI) in Kerala today said this was against freedom of expression.
Expressing strong resentment against police raids on its offices and residences of activists, the Social Democratic Party of India (SDPI), the political arm of radical Muslim outfit Popular Front of India (PFI) in Kerala today said this was against freedom of expression.
Mah Govt to move SC against HC's order in Khairlanji case: Shetty | ummid.com
Mah Govt to move SC against HC's order in Khairlanji case: Shetty ummid.com
The Maharashtra government will move the Supreme Court challenging the reduction of sentences from death to life term for six of the eight accused involved in the 2006 gruesome massacre of a Dalit family at Khairlanji village in Bhandara district of Maharashtra.
The Maharashtra government will move the Supreme Court challenging the reduction of sentences from death to life term for six of the eight accused involved in the 2006 gruesome massacre of a Dalit family at Khairlanji village in Bhandara district of Maharashtra.
Face veil ban gets nod from the French Parliament | ummid.com
Face veil ban gets nod from the French Parliament ummid.com
France's lower house of Parliament overhwelmingly approved a ban on burqa-like Islamic veils Tuesday, a move that is popular among French voters despite serious concerns from Muslim groups and human rights advocates.
France's lower house of Parliament overhwelmingly approved a ban on burqa-like Islamic veils Tuesday, a move that is popular among French voters despite serious concerns from Muslim groups and human rights advocates.
Khairlanji killings: HC commutes death penalty of 6 to life | ummid.com
Khairlanji killings: HC commutes death penalty of 6 to life ummid.com
The Bombay High Court on Wednesday commuted the death sentence of six convicts in the infamous Khairlanji Dalit killings case to 25 years imprisonment and fixed a similar sentence for two others serving life term.
The Bombay High Court on Wednesday commuted the death sentence of six convicts in the infamous Khairlanji Dalit killings case to 25 years imprisonment and fixed a similar sentence for two others serving life term.
Indo Pak Ties: Krishna, Nirupama Rao leave for Pakistan | ummid.com
Indo Pak Ties: Krishna, Nirupama Rao leave for Pakistan ummid.com
External affairs Minister S M Krishna, Foreign Secretary Nirupama Rao and other senior ministry officials left for Islamabad on Wednesday for reviving a dialogue between India and Pakistan since the Mumbai terror attack of 2008.
External affairs Minister S M Krishna, Foreign Secretary Nirupama Rao and other senior ministry officials left for Islamabad on Wednesday for reviving a dialogue between India and Pakistan since the Mumbai terror attack of 2008.
Bail to 13 convicted under POTA in Gujarat | ummid.com
Bail to 13 convicted under POTA in Gujarat ummid.com
Gujarat High Court today granted bail to 13 persons convicted under POTA in a case regarding an ISI backed terror conspiracy after the 2002 post-Godhra communal riots.
Gujarat High Court today granted bail to 13 persons convicted under POTA in a case regarding an ISI backed terror conspiracy after the 2002 post-Godhra communal riots.
Mumbai Chlorine gas leak: Three killed, over 50 hospitalised | ummid.com
Mumbai Chlorine gas leak: Three killed, over 50 hospitalised ummid.com
At least three people have been died and over 50 hospitalised of a suspected chlorine leak at the Mumbai Port Trust near Sewri on Wednesday.
At least three people have been died and over 50 hospitalised of a suspected chlorine leak at the Mumbai Port Trust near Sewri on Wednesday.
Tuesday, July 13, 2010
Hindus in Sindh attacked after boy drinks from mosque cooler | ummid.com
Hindus in Sindh attacked after boy drinks from mosque cooler ummid.com
Several members of the minority Hindu community were attacked and forced out of their homes in Pakistan's southern Sindh province after a boy drank water from a facility outside a mosque.
Several members of the minority Hindu community were attacked and forced out of their homes in Pakistan's southern Sindh province after a boy drank water from a facility outside a mosque.
Libyan Gaza aid ship diverted to Egypt | ummid.com
Libyan Gaza aid ship diverted to Egypt ummid.com
A Libyan aid ship originally bound for the Gaza Strip has been diverted to a port in Egypt after the Israeli navy warned the vessel against trying to break an Israeli blockade on the Palestinian coastal territory.
A Libyan aid ship originally bound for the Gaza Strip has been diverted to a port in Egypt after the Israeli navy warned the vessel against trying to break an Israeli blockade on the Palestinian coastal territory.
Chlorine gas leak in Mumbai, six in critical condition | ummid.com
Chlorine gas leak in Mumbai, six in critical condition ummid.com
Over 60 people were rushed to hospital - six of them are in a critical condition – after inhaling chlorine gas leaking from a cylinder near the Bombay Port Trust in Sewri area in the wee hours here on Wednesday.
Over 60 people were rushed to hospital - six of them are in a critical condition – after inhaling chlorine gas leaking from a cylinder near the Bombay Port Trust in Sewri area in the wee hours here on Wednesday.
Monday, July 12, 2010
SC permits Mah amendment application in Belgaum dispute case | ummid.com
SC permits Mah amendment application in Belgaum dispute case ummid.com
The Supreme Court today permitted Maharashtra Government to file an amendment application in Belgaum dispute case.
The Supreme Court today permitted Maharashtra Government to file an amendment application in Belgaum dispute case.
Maharashtra Assembly revokes suspension of MNS legislators | ummid.com
Maharashtra Assembly revokes suspension of MNS legislators ummid.com
Maharashtra Legislative Assembly today revoked the suspension of four MNS legislators, who had allegedly assaulted Samajwadi Party MLA Abu Asim Azmi for defying their leader Raj Thackeray's diktat of taking oath as members in Marathi.
Maharashtra Legislative Assembly today revoked the suspension of four MNS legislators, who had allegedly assaulted Samajwadi Party MLA Abu Asim Azmi for defying their leader Raj Thackeray's diktat of taking oath as members in Marathi.
Babri demolition case hearing in special court on Aug 6 | ummid.com
Babri demolition case hearing in special court on Aug 6 ummid.com
A special court trying the Babri Mosque demolition case will resume hearing on August 6.
A special court trying the Babri Mosque demolition case will resume hearing on August 6.
Kashmir Crisis: All-party meet holds deliberations on local situation | ummid.com
Kashmir Crisis: All-party meet holds deliberations on local situation ummid.com
An all-party meeting convened by Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Monday held deliberations on the current situation in the Kashmir Valley, with main opposition PDP staying away from it.
An all-party meeting convened by Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Monday held deliberations on the current situation in the Kashmir Valley, with main opposition PDP staying away from it.
Sunday, July 11, 2010
Saturday, July 10, 2010
Friday, July 9, 2010
Thursday, July 8, 2010
Solar plane lands after completing 24-hour flight | ummid.com
Solar plane lands after completing 24-hour flight ummid.com
An experimental solar-powered plane landed safely on Thursday after completing its first 24-hour test flight, proving that the aircraft can collect enough energy from the sun during the day to stay aloft all night.
An experimental solar-powered plane landed safely on Thursday after completing its first 24-hour test flight, proving that the aircraft can collect enough energy from the sun during the day to stay aloft all night.
Cabinet approves presentation of Nalanda University Bill in Parliament | ummid.com
Cabinet approves presentation of Nalanda University Bill in Parliament ummid.com
The Union Cabinet on Thursday gave its approval for the presentation of the Nalanda University Bill 2010 in the Monsoon Session of Parliament likely to start on July 26.
The Union Cabinet on Thursday gave its approval for the presentation of the Nalanda University Bill 2010 in the Monsoon Session of Parliament likely to start on July 26.
Maharashtra claim on Belgaum: No change in Center's position | ummid.com
Maharashtra claim on Belgaum: No change in Center's position ummid.com
The Centre's stand in the Supreme Court on the Belgaum issue has been consistent and there has been no change in its position, official sources said today.
The Centre's stand in the Supreme Court on the Belgaum issue has been consistent and there has been no change in its position, official sources said today.
Honour killings: Govt. defers decision on Khap Bill, sets up GoM to deal with issue | ummid.com
Honour killings: Govt. defers decision on Khap Bill, sets up GoM to deal with issue ummid.com
With a spurt in incidents of honour killings across the country, the Government today decided to set up a Group of Ministers (GoM) to consider amendments to the law to deal with the issue and said the bill for that will be brought in the monsoon session of Parliament.
With a spurt in incidents of honour killings across the country, the Government today decided to set up a Group of Ministers (GoM) to consider amendments to the law to deal with the issue and said the bill for that will be brought in the monsoon session of Parliament.
Maoists attack Cong leader's house, 2 killed | ummid.com
Maoists attack Cong leader's house, 2 killed ummid.com
Maoists today attacked the house of a Congress leader in Chhattisgarh's Dantewada district killing two of his relatives while they blew up rail tracks in Jharkand on the second day of their two-day bandh.
Maoists today attacked the house of a Congress leader in Chhattisgarh's Dantewada district killing two of his relatives while they blew up rail tracks in Jharkand on the second day of their two-day bandh.
Wednesday, July 7, 2010
Health guidelines for Hajj 2010 to be outlined soon | ummid.com
Health guidelines for Hajj 2010 to be outlined soon ummid.com
The Health Ministry in Saudi Arabia is expected to issue a set of health conditions to be observed by pilgrims coming for this year’s Haj soon, reports Arab News.
The Health Ministry in Saudi Arabia is expected to issue a set of health conditions to be observed by pilgrims coming for this year’s Haj soon, reports Arab News.
Palestinian Authority rejects call for unconditional direct talks | ummid.com
Palestinian Authority rejects call for unconditional direct talks ummid.com
The Palestinian Authority (PA) on Wednesday rejected Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s call for direct peace talks, reports the Saudi English daily Arab News.
The Palestinian Authority (PA) on Wednesday rejected Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s call for direct peace talks, reports the Saudi English daily Arab News.
It's Spain vs. Netherlands in football World Cup final | ummid.com
It's Spain vs. Netherlands in football World Cup final ummid.com
Nearly a month, 62 matches and tens of thousands of vuvuzela bleats later, the World Cup is down to two title contenders: Spain and the Netherlands will meet in Sunday's final at Soccer City.
Nearly a month, 62 matches and tens of thousands of vuvuzela bleats later, the World Cup is down to two title contenders: Spain and the Netherlands will meet in Sunday's final at Soccer City.
Tuesday, July 6, 2010
Congress MP too declines to buy Salman Khurshid’s ‘Waqf Reforms’ | ummid.com
Congress MP too declines to buy Salman Khurshid’s ‘Waqf Reforms’ ummid.com
Already rattled by the strong opposition from the All India Muslim Personal Law Board (AIMPLB) over the Waqf Amendment Bill 2010 passed in the lower house, Minister of Awqaf Salman Khurshid is now facing an equally strong opposition from his own party MP.
Already rattled by the strong opposition from the All India Muslim Personal Law Board (AIMPLB) over the Waqf Amendment Bill 2010 passed in the lower house, Minister of Awqaf Salman Khurshid is now facing an equally strong opposition from his own party MP.
One thousand Mumbai students to interact with NASA astronaut Joan Higginbotham | ummid.com
One thousand Mumbai students to interact with NASA astronaut Joan Higginbotham ummid.com
At Nehru Auditorium of Nehru Centre, Dr. Annie Besant Road, Mumbai coming Friday July 9, 2010 at 11 in the morning, nearly one thousand students chosen from 103 schools of Mumbai on first-come-first-served basis will have a chance to meet and interact with the former NASA lady astronaut Joan Higginbotham.
At Nehru Auditorium of Nehru Centre, Dr. Annie Besant Road, Mumbai coming Friday July 9, 2010 at 11 in the morning, nearly one thousand students chosen from 103 schools of Mumbai on first-come-first-served basis will have a chance to meet and interact with the former NASA lady astronaut Joan Higginbotham.
MANUU Polytechnic Entrance on 8th July | ummid.com
MANUU Polytechnic Entrance on 8th July ummid.com
Maulana Azad National Urdu University 9MANUU), Polytechnic Entrance Test for Hyderabad, Darbhanga & Bangalore will be conducted on 8th July 2010 from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
Maulana Azad National Urdu University 9MANUU), Polytechnic Entrance Test for Hyderabad, Darbhanga & Bangalore will be conducted on 8th July 2010 from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
Saudi Arabia to sign agreement with ISRO for its space program | ummid.com
Saudi Arabia to sign agreement with ISRO for its space program ummid.com
A delegation of scientists from Saudi Arabia are set to visit India to ink an agreement with space agency ISRO for boosting cooperation that will help the country develop an indigenous space programme.
A delegation of scientists from Saudi Arabia are set to visit India to ink an agreement with space agency ISRO for boosting cooperation that will help the country develop an indigenous space programme.
Maoists blow up school building in Orissa | ummid.com
Maoists blow up school building in Orissa ummid.com
Armed Maoists blew up a school building in Orissa's Malkangiri district early today.
Armed Maoists blew up a school building in Orissa's Malkangiri district early today.
Monday, July 5, 2010
AMU Academic Council reviews status of off campus special centers | ummid.com
AMU Academic Council reviews status of off campus special centers ummid.com
A Special meeting of the Academic Council of the Aligarh Muslim University today reviewed the current status report of the action taken by the University with regard to the establishment of the Special Centers under Section 12(2) of the AMU Act 1981.
A Special meeting of the Academic Council of the Aligarh Muslim University today reviewed the current status report of the action taken by the University with regard to the establishment of the Special Centers under Section 12(2) of the AMU Act 1981.
Turkey Israel ties take a new low | ummid.com
Turkey Israel ties take a new low ummid.com
Turkey will cut ties with Israel unless it receives an apology over a deadly Israeli raid on a Turkish aid ship bound for Gaza, the Turkish foreign minister said, but Israel on Monday said it had no intention of doing so.
Turkey will cut ties with Israel unless it receives an apology over a deadly Israeli raid on a Turkish aid ship bound for Gaza, the Turkish foreign minister said, but Israel on Monday said it had no intention of doing so.
Saudi heritage exhibition to tour US, European capitals | ummid.com
Saudi heritage exhibition to tour US, European capitals ummid.com
Saudi Arabian King Abdullah has issued a royal decree for what is termed as a landmark Saudi heritage exhibition to tour a number of European capitals and US cities after the show at Paris’ Louvre museum, reports Arab News.
Saudi Arabian King Abdullah has issued a royal decree for what is termed as a landmark Saudi heritage exhibition to tour a number of European capitals and US cities after the show at Paris’ Louvre museum, reports Arab News.
Malaysian bikers traverse 11 countries to perform Umrah | ummid.com
Malaysian bikers traverse 11 countries to perform Umrah ummid.com
They were 11 in number and they traversed 11 countries, starting from Kuala Lumpur to reach Jeddah on motorcycles.
They were 11 in number and they traversed 11 countries, starting from Kuala Lumpur to reach Jeddah on motorcycles.
Ishrat's family refutes all charges, seeks clarification from PC | ummid.com
Ishrat's family refutes all charges, seeks clarification from PC ummid.com
The family of Ishrat Jahan, who was killed along with three alleged terrorists in 2004 in an encounter, yesterday repudiated media reports attributed to LeT operative David Headley that she was a 'fidayeen' and sought clarity on the issue from Home Minister P Chidambaram.
The family of Ishrat Jahan, who was killed along with three alleged terrorists in 2004 in an encounter, yesterday repudiated media reports attributed to LeT operative David Headley that she was a 'fidayeen' and sought clarity on the issue from Home Minister P Chidambaram.
Muslim girl from Bihar wins Fulbright Fellowship | ummid.com
Muslim girl from Bihar wins Fulbright Fellowship ummid.com
Bringing laurel to Bihar and her community, Zeeshan Ali has won Fulbright Fellowship from the United States-India Educational Foundation (USIEF). She will be the first Muslim girl from Bihar to have been awarded the prestigious fellowship.
Bringing laurel to Bihar and her community, Zeeshan Ali has won Fulbright Fellowship from the United States-India Educational Foundation (USIEF). She will be the first Muslim girl from Bihar to have been awarded the prestigious fellowship.
Cow in Contemporary Political Chessboard | ummid.com
Cow in Contemporary Political Chessboard ummid.com
Karnataka BJP Government has passed “Karnataka Prevention of Slaughter and Preservation of Cattle Bill 2010” (June 2010). There has been a strong opposition to this move from the civil society. Some of social activists point out that this piece of legislation is “communal in intent and anti-farmer in consequence”.
Karnataka BJP Government has passed “Karnataka Prevention of Slaughter and Preservation of Cattle Bill 2010” (June 2010). There has been a strong opposition to this move from the civil society. Some of social activists point out that this piece of legislation is “communal in intent and anti-farmer in consequence”.
MANUU B.Ed. entrance exams on July 6 | ummid.com
MANUU B.Ed. entrance exams on July 6 ummid.com
Maulana Azad National Urdu University (MANUU), B.Ed Entrance Test for Hyderabad, Darbhanga & Bhopal will be conducted on 6th July 2010 from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m.
Maulana Azad National Urdu University (MANUU), B.Ed Entrance Test for Hyderabad, Darbhanga & Bhopal will be conducted on 6th July 2010 from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m.
Another 'honour killing' in Delhi; woman, lover murdered | ummid.com
Another 'honour killing' in Delhi; woman, lover murdered ummid.com
In yet another case of "honour killing" in the capital, a class IV government employee and his lover were murdered allegedly by the woman's husband and cousins, her brother and one of her paramours.
In yet another case of "honour killing" in the capital, a class IV government employee and his lover were murdered allegedly by the woman's husband and cousins, her brother and one of her paramours.
'Bharat Bandh costs nation around Rs 10K Crores' | ummid.com
'Bharat Bandh costs nation around Rs 10K Crores' ummid.com
Stating that the national strike called by the Opposition against fuel price hike has cost the economy around Rs 10,000 crore, the industry today said the protest is "odd and absurd".
Stating that the national strike called by the Opposition against fuel price hike has cost the economy around Rs 10,000 crore, the industry today said the protest is "odd and absurd".
Muslims have to prove themselves more capable than non-Muslims | ummid.com
Muslims have to prove themselves more capable than non-Muslims ummid.com
Are Indian Muslims discriminated against? The question is always raised with claims against and in favour of the allegation. For Arfa Khanum Sherwani – a journalist and newly-elected Senior Vice President of the Aligarh Muslim University Old Boys’ Association – too the experience at workplaces is not totally healthy.
Are Indian Muslims discriminated against? The question is always raised with claims against and in favour of the allegation. For Arfa Khanum Sherwani – a journalist and newly-elected Senior Vice President of the Aligarh Muslim University Old Boys’ Association – too the experience at workplaces is not totally healthy.
Bring down the 'level of arrogance': Jaitley to UPA | ummid.com
Bring down the 'level of arrogance': Jaitley to UPA ummid.com
Claiming that the opposition-sponsored Bharat Bandh against price rise had been an "unprecedented" success, BJP leader Arun Jaitley on Monday asked the government to bring down the "level of arrogance" and realise the "misery of the common man".
Claiming that the opposition-sponsored Bharat Bandh against price rise had been an "unprecedented" success, BJP leader Arun Jaitley on Monday asked the government to bring down the "level of arrogance" and realise the "misery of the common man".
Sunday, July 4, 2010
TN Muslims stage protest for 10% exclusive quota | ummid.com
TN Muslims stage protest for 10% exclusive quota ummid.com
Urging the Union government to provide 10 per cent quota for Muslims in employment and educational opportunities, the Tamil Nadu Thowheedh Jamaath (TNTJ) led by its founder P Jainul Abideen took out a huge rally and held a conference here on Sunday.
Urging the Union government to provide 10 per cent quota for Muslims in employment and educational opportunities, the Tamil Nadu Thowheedh Jamaath (TNTJ) led by its founder P Jainul Abideen took out a huge rally and held a conference here on Sunday.
Shutdown Call disrupts normal life across the country | ummid.com
Shutdown Call disrupts normal life across the country ummid.com
The 12-hour "`Bharat Bandh" called by the National Democratic Alliance and the Left Parties have cripped normal life in many parts of the country, even as the bandh evoked a lukewarm response in Tamil Nadu today.
The 12-hour "`Bharat Bandh" called by the National Democratic Alliance and the Left Parties have cripped normal life in many parts of the country, even as the bandh evoked a lukewarm response in Tamil Nadu today.
Bharat Bandh called by opposition against fuel price hike begins | ummid.com
Bharat Bandh called by opposition against fuel price hike begins ummid.com
The Left and non-Congress parties have called for a 12-hour Bharat Bandh on Monday to protest against the hike in fuel prices but the government has ruled out reconsidering at its decision.
The Left and non-Congress parties have called for a 12-hour Bharat Bandh on Monday to protest against the hike in fuel prices but the government has ruled out reconsidering at its decision.
Nitish lambastes Congress for playing politics on AMU Bihar | ummid.com
Nitish lambastes Congress for playing politics on AMU Bihar ummid.com
Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar yesterday accused the Congress of playing politics on the promised Aligarh Muslim University (AMU) centre in Kishanganj.
Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar yesterday accused the Congress of playing politics on the promised Aligarh Muslim University (AMU) centre in Kishanganj.
'More than 1000 honour killings in India every year' | ummid.com
'More than 1000 honour killings in India every year' ummid.com
More than 1,000 young people in India have been done to death every year owing to 'Honour Killings' linked to forced marriages and the country needs to introduce stringent legislation to deal firmly with the heinous crime, two legal experts have claimed.
More than 1,000 young people in India have been done to death every year owing to 'Honour Killings' linked to forced marriages and the country needs to introduce stringent legislation to deal firmly with the heinous crime, two legal experts have claimed.
Abdus Samad Bhatkal released from jail | ummid.com
Abdus Samad Bhatkal released from jail ummid.com
Abdus Samad Bhatkal, arrested in a 2009 illegal arms seizure case, was released from the Arthur Road Jail here yesterday, officials said.
Abdus Samad Bhatkal, arrested in a 2009 illegal arms seizure case, was released from the Arthur Road Jail here yesterday, officials said.
Saturday, July 3, 2010
Germany beats Argentina 4-0 to reach WC semifinals | ummid.com
Germany beats Argentina 4-0 to reach WC semifinals ummid.com
Germany had an easier than expected 4-0 win over Argentina on Saturday, reaching the World Cup semifinals and sending both Lionel Messi and Diego Maradona home.
Germany had an easier than expected 4-0 win over Argentina on Saturday, reaching the World Cup semifinals and sending both Lionel Messi and Diego Maradona home.
Church opposes proposed bill on regulation of reproductive technologies | ummid.com
Church opposes proposed bill on regulation of reproductive technologies ummid.com
Syro-Malabar Church Major Archbishop Varkey Cardinal Vithayathil has come out in the open against the proposed Bill on regulation of reproductive technologies.
Syro-Malabar Church Major Archbishop Varkey Cardinal Vithayathil has come out in the open against the proposed Bill on regulation of reproductive technologies.
Govt invites AIMPLB legal team to discuss 'Waqf Reforms' | ummid.com
Govt invites AIMPLB legal team to discuss 'Waqf Reforms' ummid.com
Determined to go ahead with wakf reforms, Minority Affairs Ministry has decided to hold consultations with the All India Muslim Personal Law Board (AIMPLB), which recently raised objections against the government decision to register wakf properties.
Determined to go ahead with wakf reforms, Minority Affairs Ministry has decided to hold consultations with the All India Muslim Personal Law Board (AIMPLB), which recently raised objections against the government decision to register wakf properties.
Mirwaiz Umar Farooq: It's not Muslim Kashmir Vs Hindu India | ummid.com
Mirwaiz Umar Farooq: It's not Muslim Kashmir Vs Hindu India ummid.com
Chairman of moderate faction of Kashmiri’s main separatist alliance Mirwaiz Umar Farooq said Kashmir was a political issue not a fight between Muslim Kashmir and Hindu India.
Chairman of moderate faction of Kashmiri’s main separatist alliance Mirwaiz Umar Farooq said Kashmir was a political issue not a fight between Muslim Kashmir and Hindu India.
Mauritius PM hails India’s cooperation against high-sea pirates, terrorism | ummid.com
Mauritius PM hails India’s cooperation against high-sea pirates, terrorism ummid.com
Hailing India’s gesture to provide an off shore Patrol vessel to Mauritius, Prime Minister Navinchandra Ramgoolam here on Saturday appreciated India’s cooperation to his country in its fight against high-sea pirates and terrorism.
Hailing India’s gesture to provide an off shore Patrol vessel to Mauritius, Prime Minister Navinchandra Ramgoolam here on Saturday appreciated India’s cooperation to his country in its fight against high-sea pirates and terrorism.
Modernising textile technology must: Maran | ummid.com
Modernising textile technology must: Maran ummid.com
Modernising technology in production processes is necessary for protecting the environment as well as remaining competitive in the globalised textile industry, Union Textiles Minister Dayanidhi Maran said here today.
Modernising technology in production processes is necessary for protecting the environment as well as remaining competitive in the globalised textile industry, Union Textiles Minister Dayanidhi Maran said here today.
Boxing Champ Mike Tyson in Saudi Arabia for Umrah: report | ummid.com
Boxing Champ Mike Tyson in Saudi Arabia for Umrah: report ummid.com
Former boxing champion Mike Tyson, who converted to Islam while in jail in the 1990s, is visiting the Muslim holy cities of Makkah and Medina on pilgrimage, a Saudi daily reported on Saturday.
Former boxing champion Mike Tyson, who converted to Islam while in jail in the 1990s, is visiting the Muslim holy cities of Makkah and Medina on pilgrimage, a Saudi daily reported on Saturday.
UN sets up agency to promote women equality | ummid.com
UN sets up agency to promote women equality ummid.com
After intense negotiations stretching four years, the UN General Assembly has approved setting up of a single entity within the world body to promote equality for women at its plenary session chaired by Minister of State for External Affairs Preneet Kaur.
After intense negotiations stretching four years, the UN General Assembly has approved setting up of a single entity within the world body to promote equality for women at its plenary session chaired by Minister of State for External Affairs Preneet Kaur.
Honour killings wide spread phenomenon in UP: NGO | ummid.com
Honour killings wide spread phenomenon in UP: NGO ummid.com
Honour killings are wide-spread in Uttar Pradesh though reported just from the western districts of the state, an NGO in a report claimed here today.
Honour killings are wide-spread in Uttar Pradesh though reported just from the western districts of the state, an NGO in a report claimed here today.
Assam looking for AMU Campus, Educational Meet in Guwahati | ummid.com
Assam looking for AMU Campus, Educational Meet in Guwahati ummid.com
A meeting of around sixty prominent educationists and community leaders including MLAs and MP at Hotel Ambarish in Guwahati has decided to organize a National Conference on Minority Educational in Northeast under the aegis of AMU.
A meeting of around sixty prominent educationists and community leaders including MLAs and MP at Hotel Ambarish in Guwahati has decided to organize a National Conference on Minority Educational in Northeast under the aegis of AMU.
For Education of the Muslims - Muslims Must Take the Lead | ummid.com
For Education of the Muslims - Muslims Must Take the Lead ummid.com
Though the noble Qur’an professes the importance of education to the entire humanity, the irony is that beneath the lamp it is always dark. On actual count, due to some unfortunate course of action, Muslims are among the most educationally backward communities in India.
Though the noble Qur’an professes the importance of education to the entire humanity, the irony is that beneath the lamp it is always dark. On actual count, due to some unfortunate course of action, Muslims are among the most educationally backward communities in India.
Ayurveda doctors from Kerala selected for Commonwealth Games | ummid.com
Ayurveda doctors from Kerala selected for Commonwealth Games ummid.com
As many as 150 junior Ayurveda doctors have been selected as masseurs for the Commonwealth Games to be held during October in New Delhi.
As many as 150 junior Ayurveda doctors have been selected as masseurs for the Commonwealth Games to be held during October in New Delhi.
Pranab Mukherji: Centre to write to parties on caste in censust | ummid.com
Pranab Mukherji: Centre to write to parties on caste in censust ummid.com
In a bid to bring about consensus on inclusion of caste in census, the Centre will write to all political parties seeking their views on the issue, Union Finance Minister Pranab Mukherjee said on Saturday.
In a bid to bring about consensus on inclusion of caste in census, the Centre will write to all political parties seeking their views on the issue, Union Finance Minister Pranab Mukherjee said on Saturday.
Delhi gets new world-class airport | ummid.com
Delhi gets new world-class airport ummid.com
Delhi on Saturday got a spanking new world-class Rs. 9,000 crore airport that will integrate domestic and international operations and is expected to handle 34 million passengers annually.
Delhi on Saturday got a spanking new world-class Rs. 9,000 crore airport that will integrate domestic and international operations and is expected to handle 34 million passengers annually.
President to open one of Asia's largest hospitals in Mumbai on Sunday | ummid.com
President to open one of Asia's largest hospitals in Mumbai on Sunday ummid.com
Spread over 17 acres of land in suburban Andheri, one of Asia’s largest hospitals offering modern facilities and healthcare at an affordable cost will be inaugurated on Sunday by the President of India, Pratibha Patil.
Spread over 17 acres of land in suburban Andheri, one of Asia’s largest hospitals offering modern facilities and healthcare at an affordable cost will be inaugurated on Sunday by the President of India, Pratibha Patil.
Madhya Pradesh minister involved in murder controversy resigns | ummid.com
Madhya Pradesh minister involved in murder controversy resigns ummid.com
The Bharatiya Janata Party ruled Madhya Pradesh’s Health Minister Anoop Mishra resigned on Friday morning after being charged with the allegations that some of his close relatives were involved in the killing of a youth over a land dispute near his home town Gwalior.
The Bharatiya Janata Party ruled Madhya Pradesh’s Health Minister Anoop Mishra resigned on Friday morning after being charged with the allegations that some of his close relatives were involved in the killing of a youth over a land dispute near his home town Gwalior.
Friday, July 2, 2010
Govt. neglected lives in India, experts say | ummid.com
Govt. neglected lives in India, experts say ummid.com
The governments in India have neglected number of lives in and the attitude itself is erroneous, renowned Nuclear scientist and activist Surendra Gadekar alleged.
The governments in India have neglected number of lives in and the attitude itself is erroneous, renowned Nuclear scientist and activist Surendra Gadekar alleged.
Maharashtra to seek legal opinion on opposition shutdown call | ummid.com
Maharashtra to seek legal opinion on opposition shutdown call ummid.com
The Maharashtra Government has decided to seek legal opinion on restraining Opposition parties on going ahead with the 'Bharat Bandh' on July 5 to protest the hike in petroleum products.
The Maharashtra Government has decided to seek legal opinion on restraining Opposition parties on going ahead with the 'Bharat Bandh' on July 5 to protest the hike in petroleum products.
Thousands join hands against Karnataka cow slaughter bill | ummid.com
Thousands join hands against Karnataka cow slaughter bill ummid.com
A massive protest was organized by various political parties, several Dalit NGO's and Muslims at Chota Maidan in Shivajinagar here, demanding the state government to withdraw the Anti-Cattle Slaughter bill, which was passed in the Karnataka Assembly.
A massive protest was organized by various political parties, several Dalit NGO's and Muslims at Chota Maidan in Shivajinagar here, demanding the state government to withdraw the Anti-Cattle Slaughter bill, which was passed in the Karnataka Assembly.
People want to know from PM reform secrets: JD(U) | ummid.com
People want to know from PM reform secrets: JD(U) ummid.com
JD(U) today slammed the Manmohan Singh government for the move to free the price of diesel from government control and wondered what type of reforms the Centre was carrying out.
JD(U) today slammed the Manmohan Singh government for the move to free the price of diesel from government control and wondered what type of reforms the Centre was carrying out.
All convicts in Bhopal Gas Tragedy get bail | ummid.com
All convicts in Bhopal Gas Tragedy get bail ummid.com
A day after a session court granted bail to Keshub Mahindra, a convict in the 26-year-old Bhopal gas tragedy case, the remaining six accused were released today on a bond of Rs one lakh each.
A day after a session court granted bail to Keshub Mahindra, a convict in the 26-year-old Bhopal gas tragedy case, the remaining six accused were released today on a bond of Rs one lakh each.
Cong complains to CEC about irregularities in Guj voters list | ummid.com
Cong complains to CEC about irregularities in Guj voters list ummid.com
The Congress today complained to the Election Commission about the large scale irregularities in the Voters list in Gujarat and demanded an inquiry into the matter pending which all elections in the state be postponed.
The Congress today complained to the Election Commission about the large scale irregularities in the Voters list in Gujarat and demanded an inquiry into the matter pending which all elections in the state be postponed.
Kishanganj: Bihar’s most backward district in quest for AMU centre | ummid.com
Kishanganj: Bihar’s most backward district in quest for AMU centre ummid.com
“Agar firdaus bar ru-e zamin ast, Hami ast o-hami ast o-hami ast” (If there is paradise on Earth it is this, it is this, it is this), the couplets was used by the Mughal Emperor, Jehangir to describe the beauty of Kashmir.
“Agar firdaus bar ru-e zamin ast, Hami ast o-hami ast o-hami ast” (If there is paradise on Earth it is this, it is this, it is this), the couplets was used by the Mughal Emperor, Jehangir to describe the beauty of Kashmir.
CRPF troops fighting Naxals face lack of food, water | ummid.com
CRPF troops fighting Naxals face lack of food, water ummid.com
The CRPF jawans fighting the left-wing extremists face the challenges of lack of basic food items and water while operating on the ground, a top official of the specialised anti-Naxal unit of the force has said.
The CRPF jawans fighting the left-wing extremists face the challenges of lack of basic food items and water while operating on the ground, a top official of the specialised anti-Naxal unit of the force has said.
Jamia Millia becomes first Indian varsity to introduce e-file tracking | ummid.com
Jamia Millia becomes first Indian varsity to introduce e-file tracking ummid.com
Jamia Millia Islamia - the premier Muslim Institution in New Delhi is now all set to introduce electronic file tracking system in its various departments. The move is first of its kind by any university in India.
Jamia Millia Islamia - the premier Muslim Institution in New Delhi is now all set to introduce electronic file tracking system in its various departments. The move is first of its kind by any university in India.
Former AP minister Shabbir Ali expresses desire to contest election | ummid.com
Former AP minister Shabbir Ali expresses desire to contest election ummid.com
Former AP minister and senior Congress leader Mohammed Ali Shabbir on Thursday threw his proverbial hat in the ring by announcing that he remains in contention of an Assembly seat.
Former AP minister and senior Congress leader Mohammed Ali Shabbir on Thursday threw his proverbial hat in the ring by announcing that he remains in contention of an Assembly seat.
IIT-Kanpur to honour PM with doctorate | ummid.com
IIT-Kanpur to honour PM with doctorate ummid.com
Prime Minister Manmohan Singh will be honoured with the degree of Doctor of Science by IIT-Kanpur when he visits the institute tomorrow.
Prime Minister Manmohan Singh will be honoured with the degree of Doctor of Science by IIT-Kanpur when he visits the institute tomorrow.
Mumbai police to probe allegations by the 'bearded' Muslim | ummid.com
Mumbai police to probe allegations by the 'bearded' Muslim ummid.com
A day after a 42-year-old Muslim engineer was reportedly picked up near the Israeli Consulate at Nariman Point and questioned by the Marine Drive police just because he was sporting a beard, the Mumbai Police said they would probe if there was any basis to the allegations.
A day after a 42-year-old Muslim engineer was reportedly picked up near the Israeli Consulate at Nariman Point and questioned by the Marine Drive police just because he was sporting a beard, the Mumbai Police said they would probe if there was any basis to the allegations.
Adamant BJP invites Modi to campaign in Bihar | ummid.com
Adamant BJP invites Modi to campaign in Bihar ummid.com
The BJP on Friday invited Gujarat Chief Minister Narendra Modi to campaign in Bihar, a move that is sure to be a red rag to the JD(U) and may revive a bitter clash between the two coalition partners ahead of Assembly elections.
The BJP on Friday invited Gujarat Chief Minister Narendra Modi to campaign in Bihar, a move that is sure to be a red rag to the JD(U) and may revive a bitter clash between the two coalition partners ahead of Assembly elections.
Obama nominates Indo-American to USAID post | ummid.com
Obama nominates Indo-American to USAID post ummid.com
The US President Barack Obama has nominated Indian-American Nisha Desai Biswal as Assistant Administrator for Asia in the United States Agency for International Development (USAID).
The US President Barack Obama has nominated Indian-American Nisha Desai Biswal as Assistant Administrator for Asia in the United States Agency for International Development (USAID).
No prayers in historic Jamia Masjid, other main mosques in Kashmir | ummid.com
No prayers in historic Jamia Masjid, other main mosques in Kashmir ummid.com
No Friday prayers could be offered in the historic Jamia Masjid and other mosques located on main roads in the curfew bound areas in the Kashmir valley.
No Friday prayers could be offered in the historic Jamia Masjid and other mosques located on main roads in the curfew bound areas in the Kashmir valley.
Petroleum Price: Deora slams Opposition for 'misleading' people | ummid.com
Petroleum Price: Deora slams Opposition for 'misleading' people ummid.com
Oil Minister Murli Deora on Friday indicated there would be no rollback in fuel price hike and hit out at Opposition for "misleading" people on the impact of the rise.
Oil Minister Murli Deora on Friday indicated there would be no rollback in fuel price hike and hit out at Opposition for "misleading" people on the impact of the rise.
Thursday, July 1, 2010
Plans on to land scientific lab on moon named after Prophet Mohammad | ummid.com
Plans on to land scientific lab on moon named after Prophet Mohammad ummid.com
"The station will be called Mohammad after the Prophet [PBUH] and it is our scientific response for the negative stereotyping against the prophet [PBUH]," Radhouane Fakir, a Canadian scientist of Moroccan descent, was reported as saying on Saturday.
"The station will be called Mohammad after the Prophet [PBUH] and it is our scientific response for the negative stereotyping against the prophet [PBUH]," Radhouane Fakir, a Canadian scientist of Moroccan descent, was reported as saying on Saturday.
Jannat Husain named Andhra Pradesh CIC | ummid.com
Jannat Husain named Andhra Pradesh CIC ummid.com
The Andhra Pradesh government today decided to appoint Jannat Husain, an IAS officer of the rank of special chief secretary as the next Chief Information Commissioner of the state.
The Andhra Pradesh government today decided to appoint Jannat Husain, an IAS officer of the rank of special chief secretary as the next Chief Information Commissioner of the state.
German with Hitler mobile ringtone faces jail term | ummid.com
German with Hitler mobile ringtone faces jail term ummid.com
A German man who had a speech by Adolf Hitler as his ringtone and a picture of the Nazi dictator in front of a swastika on his mobile phone could face up to three years in jail, police said on Thursday.
A German man who had a speech by Adolf Hitler as his ringtone and a picture of the Nazi dictator in front of a swastika on his mobile phone could face up to three years in jail, police said on Thursday.
Makkah Masjid blast accused remanded to CBI custody | ummid.com
Makkah Masjid blast accused remanded to CBI custody ummid.com
A local court today remanded Mecca Masjid blast case accused Devendra Gupta in CBI custody for seven days.
A local court today remanded Mecca Masjid blast case accused Devendra Gupta in CBI custody for seven days.
Now, MF Husain, Raza on carpets | ummid.com
Now, MF Husain, Raza on carpets ummid.com
Select artworks by top selling Indian art masters S H Raza, M F Husain are now available as hand woven designer carpets in limited editions that would be sold to raise funds for building two new animal hospitals.
Select artworks by top selling Indian art masters S H Raza, M F Husain are now available as hand woven designer carpets in limited editions that would be sold to raise funds for building two new animal hospitals.
Naxals slit CRPF men's throats, smashed heads | ummid.com
Naxals slit CRPF men's throats, smashed heads ummid.com
The brutal face of Naxals who killed 27 Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) personnel in Narayanpur district of Chhattisgarh on Tuesday came out when they slit open throats and smashed the heads of some of the security men.
The brutal face of Naxals who killed 27 Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) personnel in Narayanpur district of Chhattisgarh on Tuesday came out when they slit open throats and smashed the heads of some of the security men.
Indian women to be significant economic actors by 2020 | ummid.com
Indian women to be significant economic actors by 2020 ummid.com
Women are entering the mainstream for the first time after contributing at a subsistence level, they are prepared to take the challenges in domains ranging from manufacturing to medicine to education to information technology.
Women are entering the mainstream for the first time after contributing at a subsistence level, they are prepared to take the challenges in domains ranging from manufacturing to medicine to education to information technology.
Second marriage no more a taboo for 50+ women | ummid.com
Second marriage no more a taboo for 50+ women ummid.com
For them life begins at 50! Braving taboos and social ethos, the middle-aged Indian women are following their heart when it comes to marrying late or tying the knot the second time.
For them life begins at 50! Braving taboos and social ethos, the middle-aged Indian women are following their heart when it comes to marrying late or tying the knot the second time.
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