70 disabled Gaza men look towards a new life ummid.com
Life will perhaps be a lot better for them now. Seventy men, left disabled when Israel launched a military offensive in Gaza in December 2008, have tied the knot in a mass wedding organised by the ruling Hamas.
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Sunday, October 31, 2010
Obama visit to India: Past as reminder for future | ummid.com
Obama visit to India: Past as reminder for future ummid.com
US President Barack Obama embarks on his India 'yatra' in Mumbai Nov 6 to leave his impress on a complex, contradictory and asymmetric bilateral relationship between the world's oldest and largest democracies.
US President Barack Obama embarks on his India 'yatra' in Mumbai Nov 6 to leave his impress on a complex, contradictory and asymmetric bilateral relationship between the world's oldest and largest democracies.
Saturday, October 30, 2010
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Gujarat High Court seeks details of EVM, e-voters | ummid.com
Gujarat High Court seeks details of EVM, e-voters ummid.com
The Gujarat High Court, hearing a public interest litigation (PIL) against introduction of online voting in local self-government bodies polls, has sought details of voters who cast ballot through the electronic voting machines (EVMs) and e-voting.
The Gujarat High Court, hearing a public interest litigation (PIL) against introduction of online voting in local self-government bodies polls, has sought details of voters who cast ballot through the electronic voting machines (EVMs) and e-voting.
Bihar Polls: Test of governance, rule of law in phase three | ummid.com
Bihar Polls: Test of governance, rule of law in phase three ummid.com
Good governance, rule of law, development and a new caste arithmetic will be on test Thursday as 48 constituencies in Bihar's fertile belts vote in the third round of assembly polls, with the stakes perhaps highest for Chief Minister Nitish Kumar.
Good governance, rule of law, development and a new caste arithmetic will be on test Thursday as 48 constituencies in Bihar's fertile belts vote in the third round of assembly polls, with the stakes perhaps highest for Chief Minister Nitish Kumar.
Congress makes gains in Kerala local bodies polls | ummid.com
Congress makes gains in Kerala local bodies polls ummid.com
As counting of votes in the Kerala local bodies polls progressed Wednesday, the Congress-led opposition United Democratic Front (UDF) seemed to be making visible gains over the previous elections in 2005.
As counting of votes in the Kerala local bodies polls progressed Wednesday, the Congress-led opposition United Democratic Front (UDF) seemed to be making visible gains over the previous elections in 2005.
Cell phones edging out wrist watches in telling time | ummid.com
Cell phones edging out wrist watches in telling time ummid.com
Cell phones are edging out something as basic as wrist watches in telling time. One in seven people say they have "no reason" to wear a watch, according to a survey.
Cell phones are edging out something as basic as wrist watches in telling time. One in seven people say they have "no reason" to wear a watch, according to a survey.
Tuesday, October 26, 2010
Sky is the limit for ASEAN-India cooperation | ummid.com
Sky is the limit for ASEAN-India cooperation ummid.com
Prospects of more Southeast Asians working in India and skilled Indians -- techies and teachers, bankers and accountants, engineers and architects -- making their presence felt in key sectors in that region have brightened.
Prospects of more Southeast Asians working in India and skilled Indians -- techies and teachers, bankers and accountants, engineers and architects -- making their presence felt in key sectors in that region have brightened.
Counting under way for Kerala local bodies polls | ummid.com
Counting under way for Kerala local bodies polls ummid.com
Counting of votes in the Kerala local bodies elections was under way Wednesday, with poll officials saying the Congress-led opposition was ahead of the ruling Left Democratic Front (LDF) in municipalities and corporations.
Counting of votes in the Kerala local bodies elections was under way Wednesday, with poll officials saying the Congress-led opposition was ahead of the ruling Left Democratic Front (LDF) in municipalities and corporations.
Foreign policy not tilted towards US, is based on national interests: PM | ummid.com
Foreign policy not tilted towards US, is based on national interests: PM ummid.com
India is not tilting towards the US and its foreign policy is an expression of "enlightened national interests", Prime Minister Manmohan Singh has said.
India is not tilting towards the US and its foreign policy is an expression of "enlightened national interests", Prime Minister Manmohan Singh has said.
Monday, October 25, 2010
India's 'Look East' policy has strategic goals | ummid.com
India's 'Look East' policy has strategic goals ummid.com
Prime Minister Manmohan Singh's three-nation visit to Japan, Malaysia and Vietnam marks a reassertion of India's resolve to pursue its "Look East Policy" to achieve its strategic, geo-political and economic goals.
Prime Minister Manmohan Singh's three-nation visit to Japan, Malaysia and Vietnam marks a reassertion of India's resolve to pursue its "Look East Policy" to achieve its strategic, geo-political and economic goals.
A laddoo king shapes academic careers in Punjab | ummid.com
A laddoo king shapes academic careers in Punjab ummid.com
The hands that once shaped laddoos are now shaping the academic careers of thousands of students. The Lovely group, which ruled in Punjab as the undisputed makers of the coveted celebratory sweet for decades, is now making a big name in the education sector.
The hands that once shaped laddoos are now shaping the academic careers of thousands of students. The Lovely group, which ruled in Punjab as the undisputed makers of the coveted celebratory sweet for decades, is now making a big name in the education sector.
US can do little for India's success or failure: Think tank | ummid.com
US can do little for India's success or failure: Think tank ummid.com
The US can contribute only marginally to India's success or failure, suggests a US think tank as it advised Washington to focus on global issues that will also affect India's longer-term interests.
The US can contribute only marginally to India's success or failure, suggests a US think tank as it advised Washington to focus on global issues that will also affect India's longer-term interests.
Six achievers in science bag Infosys Prize | ummid.com
Six achievers in science bag Infosys Prize ummid.com
Six achievers in the field of mathematical sciences, physical sciences, engineering and computer science, life sciences and social sciences Monday won the Infosys Prize of Rs.5 million each for their outstanding contribution to the field.
Six achievers in the field of mathematical sciences, physical sciences, engineering and computer science, life sciences and social sciences Monday won the Infosys Prize of Rs.5 million each for their outstanding contribution to the field.
394 UP students given Award for Academic Excellence | ummid.com
394 UP students given Award for Academic Excellence ummid.com
394 meritorious students belonging to Muslim minority community were given Award for Academic Excellence in an award distribution ceremony held at Baradari Qaisar Bagh, Lucknow.
394 meritorious students belonging to Muslim minority community were given Award for Academic Excellence in an award distribution ceremony held at Baradari Qaisar Bagh, Lucknow.
Sunday, October 24, 2010
Kerala Civic Elections: Brisk voting in second phase | ummid.com
Kerala Civic Elections: Brisk voting in second phase ummid.com
Seven districts of Kerala saw brisk and peaceful polling Monday in the second phase of elections to local bodies, officials said.
Seven districts of Kerala saw brisk and peaceful polling Monday in the second phase of elections to local bodies, officials said.
Saturday, October 23, 2010
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Wednesday, October 20, 2010
Indian's fight against child marriage in focus at Abu Dhabi fest | ummid.com
Indian's fight against child marriage in focus at Abu Dhabi fest ummid.com
The spotlight was once again on India at the Abu Dhabi Film Festival, courtesy a British filmmaker. Kim Longinotto in "Pink Saris" depicted the evils of child marriage and the caste conflict in the interiors of northern India - and a woman's fight to bring about change.
The spotlight was once again on India at the Abu Dhabi Film Festival, courtesy a British filmmaker. Kim Longinotto in "Pink Saris" depicted the evils of child marriage and the caste conflict in the interiors of northern India - and a woman's fight to bring about change.
VHP seers meet in Ayodhya to decide on road ahead | ummid.com
VHP seers meet in Ayodhya to decide on road ahead ummid.com
The Vishwa Hindu Parishad (VHP) has convened a meeting of leading seers here Wednesday to decide on the road ahead after the verdict on the Ramjanmabhoomi-Babri Masjid dispute
The Vishwa Hindu Parishad (VHP) has convened a meeting of leading seers here Wednesday to decide on the road ahead after the verdict on the Ramjanmabhoomi-Babri Masjid dispute
High court disposes of petition on CWG corruption | ummid.com
High court disposes of petition on CWG corruption ummid.com
The Delhi High Court Wednesday disposed of a petition seeking an inquiry into alleged corruption in the funding of the 2010 Commonwealth Games (CWG), and noted a government panel was already looking into it.
The Delhi High Court Wednesday disposed of a petition seeking an inquiry into alleged corruption in the funding of the 2010 Commonwealth Games (CWG), and noted a government panel was already looking into it.
Goa Police keep eye on Sanatan Sanstha ahead of Diwali | ummid.com
Goa Police keep eye on Sanatan Sanstha ahead of Diwali ummid.com
Goa Police will maintain vigil on the Sanatan Sanstha (SS) in the run-up to Diwali, especially as some office-bearers of the rightwing Hindu group have warned against "glorifying Narakasur", a mythical demon, in connection with the festival.
Goa Police will maintain vigil on the Sanatan Sanstha (SS) in the run-up to Diwali, especially as some office-bearers of the rightwing Hindu group have warned against "glorifying Narakasur", a mythical demon, in connection with the festival.
Tuesday, October 19, 2010
Monday, October 18, 2010
Floods leave Pakistani textile firms in need of Indian cotton | ummid.com
Floods leave Pakistani textile firms in need of Indian cotton ummid.com
Pakistan's textile industry, hit by a record hike in cotton prices following a massive crop damage in the recent floods, has become dependent on the import of clothing material from India to sustain its order books, say experts.
Pakistan's textile industry, hit by a record hike in cotton prices following a massive crop damage in the recent floods, has become dependent on the import of clothing material from India to sustain its order books, say experts.
Sunday, October 17, 2010
India's oldest student at 100... still going strong | ummid.com
India's oldest student at 100... still going strong ummid.com
A teacher, a lawyer, a judge and now back to being a student - 100-year-old Bholaram Das has just enrolled for his doctorate, perhaps becoming India's oldest university student.
A teacher, a lawyer, a judge and now back to being a student - 100-year-old Bholaram Das has just enrolled for his doctorate, perhaps becoming India's oldest university student.
Saturday, October 16, 2010
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Monday, October 11, 2010
Pakistan to have Electronic Voting Machines | ummid.com
Pakistan to have Electronic Voting Machines ummid.com
Electronic Voting Machines (EVMs) will be introduced in Pakistan and some 200,000 EVMs would be procured before the general elections, authorities said.
Electronic Voting Machines (EVMs) will be introduced in Pakistan and some 200,000 EVMs would be procured before the general elections, authorities said.
Sunday, October 10, 2010
Yeddyurappa government wins trust vote amid chaos | ummid.com
Yeddyurappa government wins trust vote amid chaos ummid.com
The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) government in Karnataka led by B.S. Yeddyurappa Monday proved its majority by winning the confidence motion through a voice vote, assembly Speaker K.G. Bopaiah declared amid chaos here.
The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) government in Karnataka led by B.S. Yeddyurappa Monday proved its majority by winning the confidence motion through a voice vote, assembly Speaker K.G. Bopaiah declared amid chaos here.
Saturday, October 9, 2010
Friday, October 8, 2010
Thursday, October 7, 2010
'Delhi Games will be rated among the best' | ummid.com
'Delhi Games will be rated among the best' ummid.com
The Commonwealth Games in Delhi will be rated among the best sporting events in the world and India has already silenced critics with a spectacular opening ceremony, top representatives of participating countries have said.
The Commonwealth Games in Delhi will be rated among the best sporting events in the world and India has already silenced critics with a spectacular opening ceremony, top representatives of participating countries have said.
Wednesday, October 6, 2010
Ruckus in Kashmir assembly over Omar speech, BJP MLA injured | ummid.com
Ruckus in Kashmir assembly over Omar speech, BJP MLA injured ummid.com
There was chaos in the Jammu and Kashmir assembly Thursday as opposition Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and Panthers Party legislators tore papers and snatched mikes to protest Chief Minister Omar Abdullah's speech a day earlier.
There was chaos in the Jammu and Kashmir assembly Thursday as opposition Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and Panthers Party legislators tore papers and snatched mikes to protest Chief Minister Omar Abdullah's speech a day earlier.
Picture of actor as Gandhi in government office kicks up row | ummid.com
Picture of actor as Gandhi in government office kicks up row ummid.com
A picture of film actor Dilip Prabhavalkar as Mahatma Gandhi at a local government office in Warangal district of Andhra Pradesh has kicked up a row with the opposition seeking an apology for the alleged insult to father of the nation.
A picture of film actor Dilip Prabhavalkar as Mahatma Gandhi at a local government office in Warangal district of Andhra Pradesh has kicked up a row with the opposition seeking an apology for the alleged insult to father of the nation.
Lincoln document that freed slaves now on sale | ummid.com
Lincoln document that freed slaves now on sale ummid.com
One of the most important documents in US history - a proclamation that freed slaves in the secessionist South - will go under the hammer with a targeted sales range of $1-1.5 million, Sotheby's of New York said Wednesday.
One of the most important documents in US history - a proclamation that freed slaves in the secessionist South - will go under the hammer with a targeted sales range of $1-1.5 million, Sotheby's of New York said Wednesday.
Misunderstanding that Islamic banking is only for Muslims should be changed | ummid.com
Misunderstanding that Islamic banking is only for Muslims should be changed ummid.com
An international seminar on ‘Islamic Finance in India (Products, Institutions & Regulations)’ was inaugurated by Justice V R Krishna Iyer here on Monday.
An international seminar on ‘Islamic Finance in India (Products, Institutions & Regulations)’ was inaugurated by Justice V R Krishna Iyer here on Monday.
Little difference between SIMI and RSS: Rahul Gandhi | ummid.com
Little difference between SIMI and RSS: Rahul Gandhi ummid.com
In unusually strident remarks, Rahul Gandhi October 06 described the RSS as "fanatical", saying it was no different from banned terror outfit SIMI and that both hold "fundamentalist" views.
In unusually strident remarks, Rahul Gandhi October 06 described the RSS as "fanatical", saying it was no different from banned terror outfit SIMI and that both hold "fundamentalist" views.
Arab publishers to join in Frankfurt Book Fair | ummid.com
Arab publishers to join in Frankfurt Book Fair ummid.com
The Arab book industry will participate at the Frankfurt Book Fair in Germany this week, it was announced Wednesday.
The Arab book industry will participate at the Frankfurt Book Fair in Germany this week, it was announced Wednesday.
Ram Lalla's 'tailor' stitches together a story in harmony | ummid.com
Ram Lalla's 'tailor' stitches together a story in harmony ummid.com
He heads no religious group or political party but his is the voice for peace struggling to be heard. Sadiq Ali, who has been stitching clothes for the Ram Lalla deity in Ayodhya for over a decade, says he is living proof that the entire dispute has nothing to do with religion.
He heads no religious group or political party but his is the voice for peace struggling to be heard. Sadiq Ali, who has been stitching clothes for the Ram Lalla deity in Ayodhya for over a decade, says he is living proof that the entire dispute has nothing to do with religion.
Women break male stranglehold over Pakistan politics | ummid.com
Women break male stranglehold over Pakistan politics ummid.com
Women are now making a mark in Pakistan's male-dominated political arena as seats have been reserved for them and candidates have to hold a graduation degree to contest polls.
Women are now making a mark in Pakistan's male-dominated political arena as seats have been reserved for them and candidates have to hold a graduation degree to contest polls.
India's first Super Hercules plane takes to the skies | ummid.com
India's first Super Hercules plane takes to the skies ummid.com
The first of India's six C-130J Super Hercules airlifters, considered the world's most advanced transport aircraft, has completed its maiden flight.
The first of India's six C-130J Super Hercules airlifters, considered the world's most advanced transport aircraft, has completed its maiden flight.
Tuesday, October 5, 2010
With tale of love, Mohammed Hanif escapes Pakistan's realities | ummid.com
With tale of love, Mohammed Hanif escapes Pakistan's realities ummid.com
It's not always easy to do so, but Pakistani journalist-writer Mohammed Hanif of "A Case of Exploding Mangoes" fame has turned his mind off from the grim truths confronting his country with a love story that touches on terror and trauma.
It's not always easy to do so, but Pakistani journalist-writer Mohammed Hanif of "A Case of Exploding Mangoes" fame has turned his mind off from the grim truths confronting his country with a love story that touches on terror and trauma.
Nirmohi Akhara ready for out-of-court settlement | ummid.com
Nirmohi Akhara ready for out-of-court settlement ummid.com
Close on the heels of the initiative taken by 90-year-old Hashim Ansari for a negotiated settlement on the Ayodhya issue, the Nirmohi Akhara too has expressed its inclination to talk and resolve the dispute once and for all.
Close on the heels of the initiative taken by 90-year-old Hashim Ansari for a negotiated settlement on the Ayodhya issue, the Nirmohi Akhara too has expressed its inclination to talk and resolve the dispute once and for all.
Top Congress committee discusses Ayodhya, CWG and Kashmir | ummid.com
Top Congress committee discusses Ayodhya, CWG and Kashmir ummid.com
The Congress Steering Committee, chaired by party president Sonia Gandhi, met here Tuesday and discussed the Ayodhya verdict and the successful inauguration of the Commonwealth Games, party sources said.
The Congress Steering Committee, chaired by party president Sonia Gandhi, met here Tuesday and discussed the Ayodhya verdict and the successful inauguration of the Commonwealth Games, party sources said.
Ayodhya verdict will set dangerous precedent: CPI-M | ummid.com
Ayodhya verdict will set dangerous precedent: CPI-M ummid.com
The Allahabad High Court verdict for a three way division of the land in Ayodhya was based on "faith and belief" and would set a dangerous precedent for the future, Communist Party of India-Marxist (CPI-M) general secretary Prakash Karat said Tuesday.
The Allahabad High Court verdict for a three way division of the land in Ayodhya was based on "faith and belief" and would set a dangerous precedent for the future, Communist Party of India-Marxist (CPI-M) general secretary Prakash Karat said Tuesday.
No link between Ayodhya verdict, Babri demolition: BJP | ummid.com
No link between Ayodhya verdict, Babri demolition: BJP ummid.com
The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) Tuesday said there was no need to link the Allahabad High Court verdict on the Ayodhya dispute to the Babri Masjid demolition in 1992.
The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) Tuesday said there was no need to link the Allahabad High Court verdict on the Ayodhya dispute to the Babri Masjid demolition in 1992.
Court ruling doesn't condone Babri demolition: Congress | ummid.com
Court ruling doesn't condone Babri demolition: Congress ummid.com
The Congress Tuesday said it respected the judicial process on the disputed Ayodhya site but the verdict by Allahabad High Court on the issue "in no way condones" the "shameful and criminal" demolition of the Babri mosque in 1992.
The Congress Tuesday said it respected the judicial process on the disputed Ayodhya site but the verdict by Allahabad High Court on the issue "in no way condones" the "shameful and criminal" demolition of the Babri mosque in 1992.
Aadil Hasan: An icon for the youth in Balrampur | ummid.com
Aadil Hasan: An icon for the youth in Balrampur ummid.com
What a 25 or 26-years-old boy generally thinks in India? Either to do a professional course or getting a job for securing the life. In fact, most of the parents and wards in our country have the same thinking about their children.
What a 25 or 26-years-old boy generally thinks in India? Either to do a professional course or getting a job for securing the life. In fact, most of the parents and wards in our country have the same thinking about their children.
Babri Masjid demolition case: Hearing deferred till Oct 26 | ummid.com
Babri Masjid demolition case: Hearing deferred till Oct 26 ummid.com
Hearing in the Babri mosque demolition case was today deferred as the notification for nomination of a judge is still to be issued by the Allahabad High Court.
Hearing in the Babri mosque demolition case was today deferred as the notification for nomination of a judge is still to be issued by the Allahabad High Court.
Monday, October 4, 2010
Games opener 'proud moment for India', says young dancer | ummid.com
Games opener 'proud moment for India', says young dancer ummid.com
She was only one of over 6,000 artistes who stole the thunder at the Commonwealth Games inaugural. But young Kuchipudi dancer Chitkala Balan will cherish the day for ever.
She was only one of over 6,000 artistes who stole the thunder at the Commonwealth Games inaugural. But young Kuchipudi dancer Chitkala Balan will cherish the day for ever.
Microsoft to launch Windows Phone 7 next week | ummid.com
Microsoft to launch Windows Phone 7 next week ummid.com
Microsoft is set to launch its first line of Windows Phone 7 products next week and announce which carriers and manufacturers will be making and selling handsets based on its next mobile operating system.
Microsoft is set to launch its first line of Windows Phone 7 products next week and announce which carriers and manufacturers will be making and selling handsets based on its next mobile operating system.
Western media salutes Commonwealth Games opener | ummid.com
Western media salutes Commonwealth Games opener ummid.com
The bright dancing lights, loud drums and the pageantry at the Commonwealth Games inaugural has dazzled the West, with its media speaking glowingly about the colourful extravaganza.
The bright dancing lights, loud drums and the pageantry at the Commonwealth Games inaugural has dazzled the West, with its media speaking glowingly about the colourful extravaganza.
Commonwealth Games: Lifters Soniya, Sandhya win India's first medals | ummid.com
Commonwealth Games: Lifters Soniya, Sandhya win India's first medals ummid.com
India's Soniya Chanu and Sandhya Rani Devi won India's first medals in the 2010 Commonwealth Games, picking up the silver and bronze respectively in the women's weightlifting 48kg category here Monday.
India's Soniya Chanu and Sandhya Rani Devi won India's first medals in the 2010 Commonwealth Games, picking up the silver and bronze respectively in the women's weightlifting 48kg category here Monday.
Malegaon blast: Apex court denies bail to armyman | ummid.com
Malegaon blast: Apex court denies bail to armyman ummid.com
The Supreme Court Monday declined to grant bail to the 2008 Malegaon bombings accused P.S. Purohit, a lieutenant colonel of the Indian Army.
The Supreme Court Monday declined to grant bail to the 2008 Malegaon bombings accused P.S. Purohit, a lieutenant colonel of the Indian Army.
Sunday, October 3, 2010
Haryana gears up to be education hub | ummid.com
Haryana gears up to be education hub ummid.com
Having attracted a lot of industrial investment in the last three decades, Haryana is charting a new course for itself - as an education hub that can boast of an Indian Institute of Management (IIM) and an All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) among other institutes.
Having attracted a lot of industrial investment in the last three decades, Haryana is charting a new course for itself - as an education hub that can boast of an Indian Institute of Management (IIM) and an All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) among other institutes.
Ayodhya Muslim litigant visits seer to urge negotiated settlement | ummid.com
Ayodhya Muslim litigant visits seer to urge negotiated settlement ummid.com
In a major development, Mohammed Hashim Ansari - who has fought legal battles since 1961 for the land where the Babri Masjid stood - Sunday visited a prominent Hindu seer to urge him to jointly work out a negotiated settlement on the lines indicated in the Sep 30 verdict of the Allahabad High Court.
In a major development, Mohammed Hashim Ansari - who has fought legal battles since 1961 for the land where the Babri Masjid stood - Sunday visited a prominent Hindu seer to urge him to jointly work out a negotiated settlement on the lines indicated in the Sep 30 verdict of the Allahabad High Court.
Commonwealth Games gets off to breathtaking start | ummid.com
Commonwealth Games gets off to breathtaking start ummid.com
Watched by millions across the globe, the 19th Commonwealth Games got off to a spectacular start here Sunday evening amid traditional Indian music and a burst of colour at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium in the heart of the city.
Watched by millions across the globe, the 19th Commonwealth Games got off to a spectacular start here Sunday evening amid traditional Indian music and a burst of colour at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium in the heart of the city.
CWG opening ceremony pre-show a glittering affair | ummid.com
CWG opening ceremony pre-show a glittering affair ummid.com
Colourfully dressed dancers jived to foot-tapping music, songs were rehearsed and people cheered across the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium here - complete with the sound of vuvuzelas - at Sunday's pre-show of the opening ceremony of the 19th Commonwealth Games.
Colourfully dressed dancers jived to foot-tapping music, songs were rehearsed and people cheered across the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium here - complete with the sound of vuvuzelas - at Sunday's pre-show of the opening ceremony of the 19th Commonwealth Games.
CWG opening ceremony pre-show a glittering affair | ummid.com
CWG opening ceremony pre-show a glittering affair ummid.com
Colourfully dressed dancers jived to foot-tapping music, songs were rehearsed and people cheered across the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium here - complete with the sound of vuvuzelas - at Sunday's pre-show of the opening ceremony of the 19th Commonwealth Games.
Colourfully dressed dancers jived to foot-tapping music, songs were rehearsed and people cheered across the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium here - complete with the sound of vuvuzelas - at Sunday's pre-show of the opening ceremony of the 19th Commonwealth Games.
US envoy in Egypt to save Middle East talks | ummid.com
US envoy in Egypt to save Middle East talks ummid.com
The US' special envoy to the Middle East sounded a cautious discord Sunday after he met with Egyptian President Hosny Mubarak, saying that he has faced "difficulties and obstacles" in his bid to sustain peace talks between Israelis and Palestinians.
The US' special envoy to the Middle East sounded a cautious discord Sunday after he met with Egyptian President Hosny Mubarak, saying that he has faced "difficulties and obstacles" in his bid to sustain peace talks between Israelis and Palestinians.
Salman Khurshid lays foundation stone of India-Nigeria Friendship Hospital at Abuja | ummid.com
Salman Khurshid lays foundation stone of India-Nigeria Friendship Hospital at Abuja ummid.com
Salman Khurshid, Minister of State for Minority Affairs and Corporate Affairs October 2 unveiled the foundation stone of India-Nigeria Friendship Hospital Project in Nigeria Capital Abuja.
Salman Khurshid, Minister of State for Minority Affairs and Corporate Affairs October 2 unveiled the foundation stone of India-Nigeria Friendship Hospital Project in Nigeria Capital Abuja.
Ayodhya ruling recognises belief on Ram's birthplace: Advani | ummid.com
Ayodhya ruling recognises belief on Ram's birthplace: Advani ummid.com
Senior Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader L.K. Advani said Sunday that the Allahabad High Court judgment on the Ayodhya dispute has given judicial recognition to the belief of millions of Hindus that the makeshift temple where Ram idols are installed is the deity's birthplace.
Senior Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader L.K. Advani said Sunday that the Allahabad High Court judgment on the Ayodhya dispute has given judicial recognition to the belief of millions of Hindus that the makeshift temple where Ram idols are installed is the deity's birthplace.
Is disputed Ayodhya site the exact birthplace of Ram? | ummid.com
Is disputed Ayodhya site the exact birthplace of Ram? ummid.com
Does the 1,500 square yard piece of land where the disputed Babri Masjid once stood support the mansion of Queen Kaushalya, the mother of Hindu god Ram, and is it the exact place of his birth?
Does the 1,500 square yard piece of land where the disputed Babri Masjid once stood support the mansion of Queen Kaushalya, the mother of Hindu god Ram, and is it the exact place of his birth?
Commonwealth Games: Deora announces cash incentives for medal winners | ummid.com
Commonwealth Games: Deora announces cash incentives for medal winners ummid.com
Minister of Petroleum & Natural Gas and Patron of Petroleum Sports Promotion Board (PSPB) Murli Deora Sunday announced cash incentives to the Indian medal winners in the Commonwealth Games, 2010.
Minister of Petroleum & Natural Gas and Patron of Petroleum Sports Promotion Board (PSPB) Murli Deora Sunday announced cash incentives to the Indian medal winners in the Commonwealth Games, 2010.
Commonwealth Games to spur growth by nearly $5,000 over four years | ummid.com
Commonwealth Games to spur growth by nearly $5,000 over four years ummid.com
The 12-day Commonwealth Games opening Sunday would spur India's economic growth by around $4,940 million in the next four years and create close to 24.7 lakh jobs, says the Games Organising Committee.
The 12-day Commonwealth Games opening Sunday would spur India's economic growth by around $4,940 million in the next four years and create close to 24.7 lakh jobs, says the Games Organising Committee.
Prove the world wrong with CWG 2010: Jacob Zuma | ummid.com
Prove the world wrong with CWG 2010: Jacob Zuma ummid.com
Wishing India "good luck" for the Commonwealth Games, South African President Jacob Zuma has urged the country to "prove the world wrong like we did with our FIFA World Cup 2010".
Wishing India "good luck" for the Commonwealth Games, South African President Jacob Zuma has urged the country to "prove the world wrong like we did with our FIFA World Cup 2010".
15-year boy first to get robot heart transplant | ummid.com
15-year boy first to get robot heart transplant ummid.com
A 15-year-old boy has become the world's first child to be implanted with an artificial heart.
A 15-year-old boy has become the world's first child to be implanted with an artificial heart.
PM's daughter wins over readers at Kerala fest | ummid.com
PM's daughter wins over readers at Kerala fest ummid.com
Far from the dazzle of the Commonwealth Games opening ceremony in Delhi, Prime Minister Manmohan Singh's writer-daughter Daman Singh charted a different course as she interacted with a galaxy of writers, readers and the media in freewheeling chats at the Kovalam Literary Festival here Sunday.
Far from the dazzle of the Commonwealth Games opening ceremony in Delhi, Prime Minister Manmohan Singh's writer-daughter Daman Singh charted a different course as she interacted with a galaxy of writers, readers and the media in freewheeling chats at the Kovalam Literary Festival here Sunday.
Pune to host 1st ever summit of student council leaders | ummid.com
Pune to host 1st ever summit of student council leaders ummid.com
Former President A P J Abdul Kalam, spiritual guru Sri Sri Ravishankar, UIDAI chief Nandan Nilekani and actor Aamir Khan are among the host of prominent personalities who are scheduled to address the first 'Parliament of Student Council Leaders' to be held in Pune.
Former President A P J Abdul Kalam, spiritual guru Sri Sri Ravishankar, UIDAI chief Nandan Nilekani and actor Aamir Khan are among the host of prominent personalities who are scheduled to address the first 'Parliament of Student Council Leaders' to be held in Pune.
Solar 'charkhas' to produce 'green clothes' | ummid.com
Solar 'charkhas' to produce 'green clothes' ummid.com
The Khadi and Village Industries Commission (KVIC) is finalising a project to introduce solar "charkhas" (spinning wheels) across the country and produce "green clothes", a top official said here Saturday.
The Khadi and Village Industries Commission (KVIC) is finalising a project to introduce solar "charkhas" (spinning wheels) across the country and produce "green clothes", a top official said here Saturday.
Commit the crime and be rewarded: Ayodhya dispute verdict | ummid.com
Commit the crime and be rewarded: Ayodhya dispute verdict ummid.com
Nation heaved a sigh of relief following the three judges delivering the verdict on Ayodhya case (30th Sptember 2010). There was no violence anywhere, something which was feared very much.
Nation heaved a sigh of relief following the three judges delivering the verdict on Ayodhya case (30th Sptember 2010). There was no violence anywhere, something which was feared very much.
Bewildering Verdict, says Arab News. Suggests, time for Indian Muslims to move on | ummid.com
Bewildering Verdict, says Arab News. Suggests, time for Indian Muslims to move on ummid.com
Stating that the Allahabad High Court has shied away from settling a sensitive dispute, Arab News, the leading Saudi Arabian daily, in its editorial terms the Ayodhya judgment as a bewildering verdict. It, however, advised the Indian Muslims to refrain from any emotional response and suggested, it is time for them to move on.
Stating that the Allahabad High Court has shied away from settling a sensitive dispute, Arab News, the leading Saudi Arabian daily, in its editorial terms the Ayodhya judgment as a bewildering verdict. It, however, advised the Indian Muslims to refrain from any emotional response and suggested, it is time for them to move on.
Gulf News praises Ayodhya Verdict, terms it as the only logical way out | ummid.com
Gulf News praises Ayodhya Verdict, terms it as the only logical way out ummid.com
Dividing the Ayodhya disputed site among litigants was the only logical way out, said a United Arab Emirates (UAE) newspaper Friday, commending the judgment by an Indian court.
Dividing the Ayodhya disputed site among litigants was the only logical way out, said a United Arab Emirates (UAE) newspaper Friday, commending the judgment by an Indian court.
Indians have moved on, now leaders must: Indian media | ummid.com
Indians have moved on, now leaders must: Indian media ummid.com
Gauging the mood and maturity of citizens after one of the most important judgments in independent India on the emotive Ayodhya dispute, the country's media has given its verdict: People have moved on, now leaders must.
Gauging the mood and maturity of citizens after one of the most important judgments in independent India on the emotive Ayodhya dispute, the country's media has given its verdict: People have moved on, now leaders must.
Compromise, judicial mediation - experts react to Ayodhya verdict | ummid.com
Compromise, judicial mediation - experts react to Ayodhya verdict ummid.com
Theology mixed with law and faith, an attempted compromise, an exercise in judicial mediation... The Allahabad High Court verdict dividing the disputed Ayodhya site between three parties and ruling that the Babri Masjid was built on the birthplace of Lord Ram provoked varied reactions from experts Friday.
Theology mixed with law and faith, an attempted compromise, an exercise in judicial mediation... The Allahabad High Court verdict dividing the disputed Ayodhya site between three parties and ruling that the Babri Masjid was built on the birthplace of Lord Ram provoked varied reactions from experts Friday.
Force of faith trumps law and reason in Ayodhya case | ummid.com
Force of faith trumps law and reason in Ayodhya case ummid.com
The Lucknow Bench of the Allahabad High Court has made judicial history by deciding a long pending legal dispute over a piece of property in Ayodhya on the basis of an unverified and unsubstantiated reference to the “faith and belief of Hindus.”
The Lucknow Bench of the Allahabad High Court has made judicial history by deciding a long pending legal dispute over a piece of property in Ayodhya on the basis of an unverified and unsubstantiated reference to the “faith and belief of Hindus.”
Ayodhya Verdict: Mixed response from Indian Muslims | ummid.com
Ayodhya Verdict: Mixed response from Indian Muslims ummid.com
A day after a court ruled in favour of a Ram temple at the site of the razed Babri mosque in Ayodhya, many Muslims across India were clearly unhappy. Others felt it was time to move on.
A day after a court ruled in favour of a Ram temple at the site of the razed Babri mosque in Ayodhya, many Muslims across India were clearly unhappy. Others felt it was time to move on.
Horses, vintage cars lead CWG baton relay | ummid.com
Horses, vintage cars lead CWG baton relay ummid.com
White horses, vintage and classic cars, nagada (kettle drum) players and Nihang warriors Saturday led the Queen’s Baton Relay which is on its home stretch in the capital ahead of Sunday’s opening ceremony of the Commonwealth Games.
White horses, vintage and classic cars, nagada (kettle drum) players and Nihang warriors Saturday led the Queen’s Baton Relay which is on its home stretch in the capital ahead of Sunday’s opening ceremony of the Commonwealth Games.
Jiyo.... Delhi all set to host the Commonwealth Games | ummid.com
Jiyo.... Delhi all set to host the Commonwealth Games ummid.com
A cleaner and spruced up Indian capital is all set to host the 19th Commonwealth Games with a gala opening Sunday with a display of music and dance involving thousands of young and experienced artists.
A cleaner and spruced up Indian capital is all set to host the 19th Commonwealth Games with a gala opening Sunday with a display of music and dance involving thousands of young and experienced artists.
BJP serves cyber fraud notice to Congress | ummid.com
BJP serves cyber fraud notice to Congress ummid.com
It is a minor political war in cyber space. An angry Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has alleged that the Congress party "bought" a website mimicking the BJP's own which re-directed all hits to the All India Congress Committee (AICC) site. The BJP has served a legal notice, an official said Sunday.
It is a minor political war in cyber space. An angry Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has alleged that the Congress party "bought" a website mimicking the BJP's own which re-directed all hits to the All India Congress Committee (AICC) site. The BJP has served a legal notice, an official said Sunday.
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