Ticket inspector shot dead on train near Delhi | ummid.com
Hailing from Moradabad, the railway official was on duty on the Mahananda Express which runs between West Bengal and New Delhi. He was taken to the Guru Teg Bahadur hospital in New Delhi, where he died at around 10.30 p.m. due to excessive blood loss.
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Friday, November 30, 2012
Malaysia to work out solution to Maldives airport row | ummid.com
Malaysia to work out solution to Maldives airport row | ummid.com
Following the Maldives government's decision Tuesday to scrap the contract for the Ibrahim Nasir International Airport (INIA), the Malaysian foreign minister along with MAHB managing director Basir Ahmed arrived in the Maldives Friday afternoon.
Following the Maldives government's decision Tuesday to scrap the contract for the Ibrahim Nasir International Airport (INIA), the Malaysian foreign minister along with MAHB managing director Basir Ahmed arrived in the Maldives Friday afternoon.
Now you can request 'Aadhaar' profile updates online | ummid.com
Now you can request 'Aadhaar' profile updates online | ummid.com
This apart, residents can send their request for update on these five fields by post to any of the six regional offices of UIDAI based on the local language in which they were enrolled, the statement added.
This apart, residents can send their request for update on these five fields by post to any of the six regional offices of UIDAI based on the local language in which they were enrolled, the statement added.
Urdu university pays tributes to its first chancellor Gujral | ummid.com
Urdu university pays tributes to its first chancellor Gujral | ummid.com
Gujral was appointed as first chancellor of the university on May 24, 1999. He inaugurated the administrative block of the university campus here on Dec 28, 2002.
Gujral was appointed as first chancellor of the university on May 24, 1999. He inaugurated the administrative block of the university campus here on Dec 28, 2002.
Uproar over Maharashtra's white paper on irrigation | ummid.com
Uproar over Maharashtra's white paper on irrigation | ummid.com
Leader of Opposition in the legislative council Vinod Tawde accused Chief Minister Prithviraj Chavan of "grovelling" before the Congress' alliance partner, the Nationalist Congress Party (NCP), in order to "save his chair".
Leader of Opposition in the legislative council Vinod Tawde accused Chief Minister Prithviraj Chavan of "grovelling" before the Congress' alliance partner, the Nationalist Congress Party (NCP), in order to "save his chair".
Prevention of Terrorism Act to get more teeth | ummid.com
Prevention of Terrorism Act to get more teeth | ummid.com
Communist Party of India leader Prabodh Panda, Communist Party of India-Marxist leader Saidul Haque and Biju Janata Dal leader Bhartruhari Mahtab wanted the bill to be deferred so that it could be debated thoroughly.
Communist Party of India leader Prabodh Panda, Communist Party of India-Marxist leader Saidul Haque and Biju Janata Dal leader Bhartruhari Mahtab wanted the bill to be deferred so that it could be debated thoroughly.
BJP counts loss as Yeddyurappa quits party | ummid.com
BJP counts loss as Yeddyurappa quits party | ummid.com
Lacking a strong leader with an all-Karnataka appeal, the BJP stares at seeing its much-touted launch-pad to rule south India becoming the quicksand of its dreams.
Lacking a strong leader with an all-Karnataka appeal, the BJP stares at seeing its much-touted launch-pad to rule south India becoming the quicksand of its dreams.
Yeddyurappa: From rice mill clerk to BJP strongman-turned-albatross | ummid.com
Yeddyurappa: From rice mill clerk to BJP strongman-turned-albatross | ummid.com
He ended his 40-year association with RSS and the Jan Sangh, which later became the BJP, on a bitter note and is out to damage its prospects of retaining power in the assembly elections due next May.
He ended his 40-year association with RSS and the Jan Sangh, which later became the BJP, on a bitter note and is out to damage its prospects of retaining power in the assembly elections due next May.
Mysterious objects scare Pakistani villagers | ummid.com
Mysterious objects scare Pakistani villagers | ummid.com
Metallic fragments, believed to be pieces of an engine, and splinters of a satellite or missile, fell on Allah Jurio Lund, Pir Mashaikh, Shehak Rodnani and Khandhani villages in Dadu district of Sindh province, Dawn reported.
Metallic fragments, believed to be pieces of an engine, and splinters of a satellite or missile, fell on Allah Jurio Lund, Pir Mashaikh, Shehak Rodnani and Khandhani villages in Dadu district of Sindh province, Dawn reported.
Gujral: Gentleman politician who sought peace with neighbours | ummid.com
Gujral: Gentleman politician who sought peace with neighbours | ummid.com
Derided as a weak and conciliatory policy at the time when reciprocity was still the ruling mantra at South Block, the principle was nevertheless carried forward by successive governments. It helped change mindsets and improved India's ties with its neighbours through the years.
Derided as a weak and conciliatory policy at the time when reciprocity was still the ruling mantra at South Block, the principle was nevertheless carried forward by successive governments. It helped change mindsets and improved India's ties with its neighbours through the years.
Former prime minister I.K. Gujral is dead | ummid.com
Former prime minister I.K. Gujral is dead | ummid.com
He passed away at 3.27 p.m., Naresh Gujral, his son and a Rajya Sabha member from the Shiromani Akali Dal, told IANS.
He passed away at 3.27 p.m., Naresh Gujral, his son and a Rajya Sabha member from the Shiromani Akali Dal, told IANS.
Not a single foreign illegal settler detected in BTC till date: Assam Chief Minister | ummid.com
Not a single foreign illegal settler detected in BTC till date: Assam Chief Minister | ummid.com
He also said that 97 percent of the Assam-Bangladesh border fencing had been completed. Of the 224.69 km of border, 218.17 km had been completed.
He also said that 97 percent of the Assam-Bangladesh border fencing had been completed. Of the 224.69 km of border, 218.17 km had been completed.
Yeddyurappa quits BJP, to launch own party | ummid.com
Yeddyurappa quits BJP, to launch own party | ummid.com
The 69-year-old Yeddyurappa, credited with bringing the BJP to power for the first time in Karnataka and south India in 2008, is formally launching the Karnataka Janata Party Dec 9 in Haveri, 400 km north of Bangalore.
The 69-year-old Yeddyurappa, credited with bringing the BJP to power for the first time in Karnataka and south India in 2008, is formally launching the Karnataka Janata Party Dec 9 in Haveri, 400 km north of Bangalore.
Thursday, November 29, 2012
Palestinians win UN state recognition with huge margin | ummid.com
Palestinians win UN state recognition with huge margin | ummid.com
The vote, which was taken at a meeting of the body at its New York headquarter, represents a long-sought victory for the Palestinians but a diplomatic defeat for the US, with 138 countries voting in favour of the upgrade.
The vote, which was taken at a meeting of the body at its New York headquarter, represents a long-sought victory for the Palestinians but a diplomatic defeat for the US, with 138 countries voting in favour of the upgrade.
Indonesia students get a taste of Indian culture | ummid.com
Indonesia students get a taste of Indian culture | ummid.com
The "Slice of India" programme was held at the Atma Jaya University in Yogyakarta as part of efforts by the centre to reach out to different universities in Indonesia and showcase Indian culture to them.
The "Slice of India" programme was held at the Atma Jaya University in Yogyakarta as part of efforts by the centre to reach out to different universities in Indonesia and showcase Indian culture to them.
Sensex rises 329 points on upgrade of Indian equities | ummid.com
Sensex rises 329 points on upgrade of Indian equities | ummid.com
An upgrade of Indian stocks by Goldman Sachs and hopes that the government would tide over the opposition to foreign direct investment (FDI) in multi-brand retail in arliament saw a benchmark index for equities markets soaring 329 points Thursday.
An upgrade of Indian stocks by Goldman Sachs and hopes that the government would tide over the opposition to foreign direct investment (FDI) in multi-brand retail in arliament saw a benchmark index for equities markets soaring 329 points Thursday.
Shimla teacher gets jail for raping six disabled | ummid.com
Shimla teacher gets jail for raping six disabled | ummid.com
Public Prosecutor Ashwani Dhiman told IANS that Vinod Kumar was convicted under Section 376 (punishment for rape) of the Indian Penal Code. A fine of Rs.25,000 was also imposed on him.
Public Prosecutor Ashwani Dhiman told IANS that Vinod Kumar was convicted under Section 376 (punishment for rape) of the Indian Penal Code. A fine of Rs.25,000 was also imposed on him.
Vote to punish MP who burned Israeli flag in Bahrain parliament defeated | ummid.com
Vote to punish MP who burned Israeli flag in Bahrain parliament defeated | ummid.com
Bahrain’s parliament speaker, Khalifa Al Dhahrani, warned that the parliament was on its way towards negative practices, urging fellow MPs to take punitive action against Tamimi.
Bahrain’s parliament speaker, Khalifa Al Dhahrani, warned that the parliament was on its way towards negative practices, urging fellow MPs to take punitive action against Tamimi.
Case against Palghar girls will be closed: Dayal | ummid.com
Case against Palghar girls will be closed: Dayal | ummid.com
"No charge sheet will be filed in the case of arrest of two girls from Palghar. There will be a closure report," Director General of Police Sanjeev Dayal told reporters.
"No charge sheet will be filed in the case of arrest of two girls from Palghar. There will be a closure report," Director General of Police Sanjeev Dayal told reporters.
Flashing a smile gets men their way with women | ummid.com
Flashing a smile gets men their way with women | ummid.com
Body language expert Patti Wood said the findings were troubling but that it could be because women rely on body language more than men to make decisions.
Body language expert Patti Wood said the findings were troubling but that it could be because women rely on body language more than men to make decisions.
BJP under siege - from within | ummid.com
BJP under siege - from within | ummid.com
BJP sources said the party is stuck with a situation where, barring Advani, the top hierarchy now has a string of leaders considered "equal" in stature.
BJP sources said the party is stuck with a situation where, barring Advani, the top hierarchy now has a string of leaders considered "equal" in stature.
Karnataka refuses to release more water, Cauvery talks fail | ummid.com
Karnataka refuses to release more water, Cauvery talks fail | ummid.com
Disappointed over the failure to find an amicable solution, Jayalalithaa said her government counsel would inform the Supreme Court Friday about the outcome of the talks, which were held as suggested on Monday by the division bench of the apex court.
Disappointed over the failure to find an amicable solution, Jayalalithaa said her government counsel would inform the Supreme Court Friday about the outcome of the talks, which were held as suggested on Monday by the division bench of the apex court.
Maldives airport row: GMR employees' visas to be cancelled | ummid.com
Maldives airport row: GMR employees' visas to be cancelled | ummid.com
The immigration and emigration department informed that following the termination of the agreement between the Maldivian government and GMR, the work permits and visas of employees of GMR will be cancelled within seven days, reported sun.mv.
The immigration and emigration department informed that following the termination of the agreement between the Maldivian government and GMR, the work permits and visas of employees of GMR will be cancelled within seven days, reported sun.mv.
Headscarf ban in Turkey schools lifted | ummid.com
Headscarf ban in Turkey schools lifted | ummid.com
Stating that one should be allowed to dress as per his or her wish, Turkish Prime Minister Tayyip Erdogan on Tuesday announced to lift the ban on female students wearing headscarves in schools providing religious education.
Stating that one should be allowed to dress as per his or her wish, Turkish Prime Minister Tayyip Erdogan on Tuesday announced to lift the ban on female students wearing headscarves in schools providing religious education.
Twitter crazy mom names baby 'Hashtag' | ummid.com
Twitter crazy mom names baby 'Hashtag' | ummid.com
However, instead of taking to Twitter, which features the preface, the mother posted the announcement on Facebook.
However, instead of taking to Twitter, which features the preface, the mother posted the announcement on Facebook.
Curfew in parts of Srinagar after sectarian clashes | ummid.com
Curfew in parts of Srinagar after sectarian clashes | ummid.com
On Wednesday, some groups of Shia and Sunni Muslims clashed in the Hawal area of old city Srinagar. The rioters had also resorted to pelting stones on police who intervened to bring the situation under control.
On Wednesday, some groups of Shia and Sunni Muslims clashed in the Hawal area of old city Srinagar. The rioters had also resorted to pelting stones on police who intervened to bring the situation under control.
Facebook outrage: SC to examine validity of Section 66A of the IT Act | ummid.com
Facebook outrage: SC to examine validity of Section 66A of the IT Act | ummid.com
As senior counsel Mukul Rohtagi mentioned the matter before the court, the chief justice observed: "We were wondering why nobody has filed a petition on the issue. In fact we were considering taking suo motto cognizance of these incidents."
As senior counsel Mukul Rohtagi mentioned the matter before the court, the chief justice observed: "We were wondering why nobody has filed a petition on the issue. In fact we were considering taking suo motto cognizance of these incidents."
FDI debate with voting gets Speaker's nod | ummid.com
FDI debate with voting gets Speaker's nod | ummid.com
Leader of the Opposition Sushma Swaraj thanked the speaker for allowing BJP's motion and assured that the house will run smoothly.
Leader of the Opposition Sushma Swaraj thanked the speaker for allowing BJP's motion and assured that the house will run smoothly.
Wednesday, November 28, 2012
Palestinian president Abbas to claim elevated status at UN Thursday | ummid.com
Palestinian president Abbas to claim elevated status at UN Thursday | ummid.com
Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas will on Thursday put the Palestinian claim for elevated status to the 193-member UN General Assembly where he is certain to get an emphatic majority.
Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas will on Thursday put the Palestinian claim for elevated status to the 193-member UN General Assembly where he is certain to get an emphatic majority.
Nasheed terms government xenophobic, GMR says not leaving | ummid.com
Nasheed terms government xenophobic, GMR says not leaving | ummid.com
Former president Mohamed Nasheed Wednesday said the government of President Mohamed Waheed Hassan Manik used xenophobia, nationalism and religious extremism to attack GMR and annul the agreement.
Former president Mohamed Nasheed Wednesday said the government of President Mohamed Waheed Hassan Manik used xenophobia, nationalism and religious extremism to attack GMR and annul the agreement.
A 10-storey building in 48 hours? | ummid.com
A 10-storey building in 48 hours? | ummid.com
The whole building is pre-fabricated, manufactured at the factory. There are doors that are ready to be fitted in, floors, water supply and wiring components, all ready to be shifted.
The whole building is pre-fabricated, manufactured at the factory. There are doors that are ready to be fitted in, floors, water supply and wiring components, all ready to be shifted.
Murder accused Amit Shah gets BJP ticket | ummid.com
Murder accused Amit Shah gets BJP ticket | ummid.com
His name features in the second list of candidates released by the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) in the capital Wednesday.
His name features in the second list of candidates released by the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) in the capital Wednesday.
Palghar police does it again, this time for FB post against Raj Thackeray | ummid.com
Palghar police does it again, this time for FB post against Raj Thackeray | ummid.com
According to initial investigations, it was found that Vishwakarma was unable to operate Facebook and police suspected someone might have created his fake profile, pointing to hacking.
According to initial investigations, it was found that Vishwakarma was unable to operate Facebook and police suspected someone might have created his fake profile, pointing to hacking.
Speaker to decide on FDI debate rules, says a confident UPA | ummid.com
Speaker to decide on FDI debate rules, says a confident UPA | ummid.com
According to government sources, a debate on the issue could start by Monday (Dec 3), and the vote could be held Tuesday or Wednesday if the government agrees for a debate under rule 184.
According to government sources, a debate on the issue could start by Monday (Dec 3), and the vote could be held Tuesday or Wednesday if the government agrees for a debate under rule 184.
Zee journalists remanded to police custody, channel terms arrest illegal | ummid.com
Zee journalists remanded to police custody, channel terms arrest illegal | ummid.com
The police registered a case against both the journalists under Sections 384(extortion), 120 (b) (criminal conspiracy) and 511 (punishment for attempting to commit offences punishable with imprisonment for life or other imprisonment) of the Indian Penal Code (IPC).
The police registered a case against both the journalists under Sections 384(extortion), 120 (b) (criminal conspiracy) and 511 (punishment for attempting to commit offences punishable with imprisonment for life or other imprisonment) of the Indian Penal Code (IPC).
Former Oxford dictionary editor secretly deleted words | ummid.com
Former Oxford dictionary editor secretly deleted words | ummid.com
Deleted words include "balisaur", a badger-like animal from India, "Danchi", a Bengali plant and "boviander", the name in British Guyana for a person of mixed race living on the river banks, the Daily Mail reported Tuesday.
Deleted words include "balisaur", a badger-like animal from India, "Danchi", a Bengali plant and "boviander", the name in British Guyana for a person of mixed race living on the river banks, the Daily Mail reported Tuesday.
Mahabodhi temple plans hospital, medical college | ummid.com
Mahabodhi temple plans hospital, medical college | ummid.com
Dorjee told IANS over telephone that it will be first such development project in Bodh Gaya with the sole aim to serve poor and provide them best medical and health care.
Dorjee told IANS over telephone that it will be first such development project in Bodh Gaya with the sole aim to serve poor and provide them best medical and health care.
Soon, Hyderabadi biryani in London? | ummid.com
Soon, Hyderabadi biryani in London? | ummid.com
Like all the visitors to this historic city, the British businessmen could not resist the temptation of having the famous Hyderabadi biryani - made of finest variety of rice cooked with mutton or chicken along with generous mix of spices.
Like all the visitors to this historic city, the British businessmen could not resist the temptation of having the famous Hyderabadi biryani - made of finest variety of rice cooked with mutton or chicken along with generous mix of spices.
Tortured Kargil martyr's parents want justice for war crime | ummid.com
Tortured Kargil martyr's parents want justice for war crime | ummid.com
For over 13 years, the elderly couple has demanded justice for their son Capt. Saurabh and five other soldiers, whose mutilated bodies were handed over to the Indian authorities by Pakistan after weeks of gruesome torture.
For over 13 years, the elderly couple has demanded justice for their son Capt. Saurabh and five other soldiers, whose mutilated bodies were handed over to the Indian authorities by Pakistan after weeks of gruesome torture.
Three held for Bulandshahr 'honour' killing | ummid.com
Three held for Bulandshahr 'honour' killing | ummid.com
Those arrested are Gullu, Asif and Sarvar. Gullu is the uncle of Mehwish. Asif and Sarvar are also Mehwish's relatives. Police are interrogating Aslam, Mahwish's another uncle.
Those arrested are Gullu, Asif and Sarvar. Gullu is the uncle of Mehwish. Asif and Sarvar are also Mehwish's relatives. Police are interrogating Aslam, Mahwish's another uncle.
In Cold War, US planned to blow up the Moon | ummid.com
In Cold War, US planned to blow up the Moon | ummid.com
It would have given the US a much needed morale boost after the Russians successfully launched Sputnik in 1957, according to physicist Leonard Reiffel, who was involved in the project.
It would have given the US a much needed morale boost after the Russians successfully launched Sputnik in 1957, according to physicist Leonard Reiffel, who was involved in the project.
Maldives scraps GMR contract, India reacts sharply | ummid.com
Maldives scraps GMR contract, India reacts sharply | ummid.com
The Maldives cabinet Tuesday annulled the agreement made with GMR Group to operate the Ibrahim Nasir International Airport (INIA), at Hulhule Island nearby capital Male, Maldivian President's Press Secretary Masood Imad said.
The Maldives cabinet Tuesday annulled the agreement made with GMR Group to operate the Ibrahim Nasir International Airport (INIA), at Hulhule Island nearby capital Male, Maldivian President's Press Secretary Masood Imad said.
Tuesday, November 27, 2012
King Abdullah in good health, assures Prince Salman | ummid.com
King Abdullah in good health, assures Prince Salman | ummid.com
Dismissing the reports that Saudi King Abdullah had slipped into a coma and was on ventilator, Crown Prince Salman on Tuesday said that the King was "well and in good health" after undergoing a back surgery at King Abdul Aziz Medical City about 10 days ago.
Dismissing the reports that Saudi King Abdullah had slipped into a coma and was on ventilator, Crown Prince Salman on Tuesday said that the King was "well and in good health" after undergoing a back surgery at King Abdul Aziz Medical City about 10 days ago.
For Shiv Sena, Shivaji Park 'as holy as' Ram Janmabhoomi | ummid.com
For Shiv Sena, Shivaji Park 'as holy as' Ram Janmabhoomi | ummid.com
Reacting sharply to this, Nationalist Congress Party spokesperson Nawab Malik asked the Shiv Sena "not to capitalise or politicise" Thackeray's death.
Reacting sharply to this, Nationalist Congress Party spokesperson Nawab Malik asked the Shiv Sena "not to capitalise or politicise" Thackeray's death.
Jethmalani hits out at BJP bosses, says ready for expulsion | ummid.com
Jethmalani hits out at BJP bosses, says ready for expulsion | ummid.com
Referring to the controversy over appointment of Ranjit Sinha as the new Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) director, Jethmalani made veiled references to the alleged role of Jaitley in the litigation filed by his rival and Delhi Police Commissioner Neeraj Kumar.
Referring to the controversy over appointment of Ranjit Sinha as the new Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) director, Jethmalani made veiled references to the alleged role of Jaitley in the litigation filed by his rival and Delhi Police Commissioner Neeraj Kumar.
Congress hopes cash subsidy will be 2014 game changer | ummid.com
Congress hopes cash subsidy will be 2014 game changer | ummid.com
The significance of the move for the Congress can be gauged from the fact that the party's de facto number 2 Rahul Gandhi, who now heads the its poll coordination panel, would address a meeting of the Congress committees of the 51 districts where the scheme will begin.
The significance of the move for the Congress can be gauged from the fact that the party's de facto number 2 Rahul Gandhi, who now heads the its poll coordination panel, would address a meeting of the Congress committees of the 51 districts where the scheme will begin.
'17 percent of Indian working women face sexual harassment' | ummid.com
'17 percent of Indian working women face sexual harassment' | ummid.com
"About 17 percent of working women in India feel that they have experienced acts of sexual harassment at workplace, indicating a high incidence of sexual harassment among working women from both the organised and unorganised sectors," the survey found.
"About 17 percent of working women in India feel that they have experienced acts of sexual harassment at workplace, indicating a high incidence of sexual harassment among working women from both the organised and unorganised sectors," the survey found.
Five held in Sri Lanka for distributing LTTE posters | ummid.com
Five held in Sri Lanka for distributing LTTE posters | ummid.com
"Heroes Day" was organised every year to commemorate LTTE fighters killed in the three-decade civil war, and which the LTTE traditionally used to launch attacks on government forces and civilians.
"Heroes Day" was organised every year to commemorate LTTE fighters killed in the three-decade civil war, and which the LTTE traditionally used to launch attacks on government forces and civilians.
With numbers favouring, UPA confident of FDI debate | ummid.com
With numbers favouring, UPA confident of FDI debate | ummid.com
The government also said it was not averse to voting on the issue, something it was trying to avert till Monday. It has left it Speaker Meira Kumar to decide how the issue should be debated in the Lok Sabha.
The government also said it was not averse to voting on the issue, something it was trying to avert till Monday. It has left it Speaker Meira Kumar to decide how the issue should be debated in the Lok Sabha.
Saudi King Abdullah slips into coma: Report | ummid.com
Saudi King Abdullah slips into coma: Report | ummid.com
According to medics of the hospital, the king’s basic organs, particularly his heart, lungs and kidneys do not function and the doctors were forced to use electric shocks to stimulate his cardiac muscles several times.
According to medics of the hospital, the king’s basic organs, particularly his heart, lungs and kidneys do not function and the doctors were forced to use electric shocks to stimulate his cardiac muscles several times.
Aamir Khan saddened by Abdul Hakim's murder | ummid.com
Aamir Khan saddened by Abdul Hakim's murder | ummid.com
Hakim's wife Mahvish Monday alleged that her family was behind the murder of her husband, who was killed late Saturday in Bulandshahr. Hakim had married Mahvish despite resistance from their families.
Hakim's wife Mahvish Monday alleged that her family was behind the murder of her husband, who was killed late Saturday in Bulandshahr. Hakim had married Mahvish despite resistance from their families.
Sensex zooms 305 points up; bank, consumer durables rally | ummid.com
Sensex zooms 305 points up; bank, consumer durables rally | ummid.com
The 30-scrip sensitive index (Sensex) of the Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE), which opened at 18,616.55 points, was ruling at 18,842.08 points, up 305.07 points or 1.65 percent from its previous close at 18,537.01 points.
The 30-scrip sensitive index (Sensex) of the Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE), which opened at 18,616.55 points, was ruling at 18,842.08 points, up 305.07 points or 1.65 percent from its previous close at 18,537.01 points.
Palghar arrest: Two errant cops suspended | ummid.com
Palghar arrest: Two errant cops suspended | ummid.com
Two police officials involved in two girls' arrest for their Facebook comments on the Mumbai shutdown after Shiv Sena chief Bal Thackeray's death earlier this month were suspended and others warned, Maharashtra Home Minister R.R. Patil said Tuesday.
Two police officials involved in two girls' arrest for their Facebook comments on the Mumbai shutdown after Shiv Sena chief Bal Thackeray's death earlier this month were suspended and others warned, Maharashtra Home Minister R.R. Patil said Tuesday.
Ireland's special scholarship for Indian students | ummid.com
Ireland's special scholarship for Indian students | ummid.com
Cannon, with a team of representatives from different Irish universities, is visiting New Delhi, Bangalore and Mumbai, organising education fairs for students.
Cannon, with a team of representatives from different Irish universities, is visiting New Delhi, Bangalore and Mumbai, organising education fairs for students.
Facebook outrage: Magistrate, case transferred from Palghar | ummid.com
Facebook outrage: Magistrate, case transferred from Palghar | ummid.com
With the issue raising nationwide controversy, the case has been transferred to Boisar police station, about 15 km from Palghar, also in Thane, about 100 km from Mumbai. In an abrupt move, the Bombay High Court has also transferred the magistrate who released the girls on a bail of Rs.15,000 each.
With the issue raising nationwide controversy, the case has been transferred to Boisar police station, about 15 km from Palghar, also in Thane, about 100 km from Mumbai. In an abrupt move, the Bombay High Court has also transferred the magistrate who released the girls on a bail of Rs.15,000 each.
‘God’ failed, many changed religion! Time for Tendulkar to say Goodbye? | ummid.com
‘God’ failed, many changed religion! Time for Tendulkar to say Goodbye? | ummid.com
If we see the record book, Tendulkar’s last 10 Test innings have yielded just 153 runs at an average of 15.3 per inning. The figures obviously raise the calls for Sachin’s retirement and create doubts in his followers mind.
If we see the record book, Tendulkar’s last 10 Test innings have yielded just 153 runs at an average of 15.3 per inning. The figures obviously raise the calls for Sachin’s retirement and create doubts in his followers mind.
DMK to vote in favour of FDI | ummid.com
DMK to vote in favour of FDI | ummid.com
"There is no denying ... the possibility of the United Progressive Alliance (UPA) government falling if the debate on FDI in retail is taken under Rule 184 of parliament as demanded by BJP and other parties,"
"There is no denying ... the possibility of the United Progressive Alliance (UPA) government falling if the debate on FDI in retail is taken under Rule 184 of parliament as demanded by BJP and other parties,"
Rats bite twin babies in Pakistan hospital | ummid.com
Rats bite twin babies in Pakistan hospital | ummid.com
The babies were just a day old when they were bitten at the gynaecology ward of the Holy Family hospital Monday, Geo News reported. The rats bit the babies on the lips, cheeks, noses and fingers.
The babies were just a day old when they were bitten at the gynaecology ward of the Holy Family hospital Monday, Geo News reported. The rats bit the babies on the lips, cheeks, noses and fingers.
Monday, November 26, 2012
Nip and tuck: Face fixes for Facebook and the 'like' | ummid.com
Nip and tuck: Face fixes for Facebook and the 'like' | ummid.com
From rhinoplasty, a non-surgical nose job involving an injection, to botox, juvederm and laser treatments, youngsters are opting for them in a big way to correct the shape of their nose, eyebrows or lips.
From rhinoplasty, a non-surgical nose job involving an injection, to botox, juvederm and laser treatments, youngsters are opting for them in a big way to correct the shape of their nose, eyebrows or lips.
Active lifestyle helps slow dementia | ummid.com
Active lifestyle helps slow dementia | ummid.com
Researchers used magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) and a technique called voxel-based morphometry, "an advanced method that allows a computer to analyze an MR image and build a mathematical model that helps us understand the relationship between active lifestyle and gray matter volume," said Raji.
Researchers used magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) and a technique called voxel-based morphometry, "an advanced method that allows a computer to analyze an MR image and build a mathematical model that helps us understand the relationship between active lifestyle and gray matter volume," said Raji.
PM unveils direct cash transfer scheme, pitches for inclusion | ummid.com
PM unveils direct cash transfer scheme, pitches for inclusion | ummid.com
Manmohan Singh underlined the need for integrating the banking system with the post office network, especially in the rural parts of the country to move closer towards the goal of financial inclusion.
Manmohan Singh underlined the need for integrating the banking system with the post office network, especially in the rural parts of the country to move closer towards the goal of financial inclusion.
Investigators prepare to exhume Arafat’s body | ummid.com
Investigators prepare to exhume Arafat’s body | ummid.com
The team will open Arafat's grave tomorrow in order to test his body for radioactive polonium, according to Tawfiq al-Tirawi, the head of the Palestinian investigation committee.
The team will open Arafat's grave tomorrow in order to test his body for radioactive polonium, according to Tawfiq al-Tirawi, the head of the Palestinian investigation committee.
After 19 years, Belgian finds out his wife was a man | ummid.com
After 19 years, Belgian finds out his wife was a man | ummid.com
Jan said he and his wife had decided not to have children because he had two by his previous marriage and she fooled him by pretending to menstruate, using sanitary towels, "to conceal the truth".
Jan said he and his wife had decided not to have children because he had two by his previous marriage and she fooled him by pretending to menstruate, using sanitary towels, "to conceal the truth".
SC notice on plea for green levy on new diesel cars in Delhi | ummid.com
SC notice on plea for green levy on new diesel cars in Delhi | ummid.com
Besides this, the plea by amicus curiae Harish Salve has sought the levying of environment compensation charge respectively of 2 percent and 4 percent of the purchase value of all the existing petrol and diesel cars.
Besides this, the plea by amicus curiae Harish Salve has sought the levying of environment compensation charge respectively of 2 percent and 4 percent of the purchase value of all the existing petrol and diesel cars.
SAP woos students to promote entrepreneurship | ummid.com
SAP woos students to promote entrepreneurship | ummid.com
"The students were also exposed to latest technologies such as cloud computing, mobile computing, data, analytics, in-memory computing and first hand information in social media to give an insight into the requirements of the changing software market," Madakshira said.
"The students were also exposed to latest technologies such as cloud computing, mobile computing, data, analytics, in-memory computing and first hand information in social media to give an insight into the requirements of the changing software market," Madakshira said.
Row over letter to Modi: Shahabuddin apologises to Muslim NGO | ummid.com
Row over letter to Modi: Shahabuddin apologises to Muslim NGO | ummid.comEx-MP and IFS (Retd.) Syed Shahabuddin on Monday tendered unconditional apology to Joint Committee of Muslim Organizations for Empowerment (JCMOE) - an umbrella body of Indian Muslim organizations, saying that his letter addressed to Gujarat Chief Minister Narendra Modi was personal and by mistake issued on the organisation's letter-pad.
Malala sixth on 'global thinkers' list | ummid.com
Malala sixth on 'global thinkers' list | ummid.com
Other people of Indian origin in the list include Raj Chetty, a Harvard University economist, noted author Salman Rushdie, novelist Pankaj Mishra, Canadian Ricken Patel of the civic organization Avaaz, and entrepreneur Vivek Wadhwa.
Other people of Indian origin in the list include Raj Chetty, a Harvard University economist, noted author Salman Rushdie, novelist Pankaj Mishra, Canadian Ricken Patel of the civic organization Avaaz, and entrepreneur Vivek Wadhwa.
Kerala delegate steals IFFI director's laptop, arrested | ummid.com
Kerala delegate steals IFFI director's laptop, arrested | ummid.com
Superintendent of Police (North) Vijay Singh told reporters here that a delegate from Kerala M.K. Venu had stolen the laptop from Menon's cabin where there was no one around Friday.
Superintendent of Police (North) Vijay Singh told reporters here that a delegate from Kerala M.K. Venu had stolen the laptop from Menon's cabin where there was no one around Friday.
Former Prime Minister IK Gujral on ventilator, very critical | ummid.com
Former Prime Minister IK Gujral on ventilator, very critical | ummid.com
Gujral, 93, was admitted to the Medicity Medanta Hospital here with a lung infection on Nov 19, and is still on the ventilator.
Gujral, 93, was admitted to the Medicity Medanta Hospital here with a lung infection on Nov 19, and is still on the ventilator.
World's biggest sculpture to come up in Abu Dhabi | ummid.com
World's biggest sculpture to come up in Abu Dhabi | ummid.com
Inspired by the colourful sands of the desert, Bulgaria-born Christo, 74, and his late wife Jeanne-Claude first envisaged the project about 30 years ago. But its completion has been delayed by various conflicts in the region.
Inspired by the colourful sands of the desert, Bulgaria-born Christo, 74, and his late wife Jeanne-Claude first envisaged the project about 30 years ago. But its completion has been delayed by various conflicts in the region.
Indian garment workers exploited, says tribunal | ummid.com
Indian garment workers exploited, says tribunal | ummid.com
A six-member jury, headed by Italy-based Permanent People's Tribunal secretary-general Gianni Tognoni, said that besides low wages and non-payment for overtime, garment workers are denied statutory and social benefits, exploited with stiff production targets and its women workforce face sexual harassment and violence.
A six-member jury, headed by Italy-based Permanent People's Tribunal secretary-general Gianni Tognoni, said that besides low wages and non-payment for overtime, garment workers are denied statutory and social benefits, exploited with stiff production targets and its women workforce face sexual harassment and violence.
All-party meet on FDI fails to break parliament logjam | ummid.com
All-party meet on FDI fails to break parliament logjam | ummid.com
Samajwadi Party chief Mulayam Singh Yadav met Prime Minister Manmohan Singh Monday morning and indicated that his party was not in favour of debate with vote. The party supports the ruling United Progressive Alliance from outside.
Samajwadi Party chief Mulayam Singh Yadav met Prime Minister Manmohan Singh Monday morning and indicated that his party was not in favour of debate with vote. The party supports the ruling United Progressive Alliance from outside.
Karnataka BJP hit by another land grab scandal | ummid.com
Karnataka BJP hit by another land grab scandal | ummid.com
Legislator G. Madhusudan, who has accused Medical Education Minister S.A. Ramdas of trying to grab over 400 acres of land at the foothills of Chamundi hills in the city, is now facing charges of getting a civic amenities site illegally.
Legislator G. Madhusudan, who has accused Medical Education Minister S.A. Ramdas of trying to grab over 400 acres of land at the foothills of Chamundi hills in the city, is now facing charges of getting a civic amenities site illegally.
Bohras won't back Modi: Asghar Ali Engineer | ummid.com
Bohras won't back Modi: Asghar Ali Engineer | ummid.com
"For too long, the Bohra leadership and the Gujarat government have been in cahoots. And there is a reason for this. The Dai (supreme leader of the Bohras), Syedna Mohammed Burhanuddin, has high stakes in Gujarat from where he gets crores of rupees as income from Bohra religious and community centres. He cannot do this without political collusion", says Engineer
"For too long, the Bohra leadership and the Gujarat government have been in cahoots. And there is a reason for this. The Dai (supreme leader of the Bohras), Syedna Mohammed Burhanuddin, has high stakes in Gujarat from where he gets crores of rupees as income from Bohra religious and community centres. He cannot do this without political collusion", says Engineer
Parliament disrupted over FDI, cap on subsidised gas cylinders | ummid.com
Parliament disrupted over FDI, cap on subsidised gas cylinders | ummid.com
The Rajya Sabha and the Lok Sabha, which met at 12 noon after question hour was disrupted in the morning, witnessed noisy scenes as opposition parties raised slogans against the two key economic decisions of the government, taken two months ago.
The Rajya Sabha and the Lok Sabha, which met at 12 noon after question hour was disrupted in the morning, witnessed noisy scenes as opposition parties raised slogans against the two key economic decisions of the government, taken two months ago.
Sunday, November 25, 2012
Majority of 'disappeared persons' in Kashmir innocent: Study | ummid.com
Majority of 'disappeared persons' in Kashmir innocent: Study | ummid.com
The term 'DPs' is used to describe those people who were picked up from their homes or other places in the presence of witnesses, family members or friends, on suspicion of being militants by security forces or by separatists on suspicions of being police informers and were never seen again.
The term 'DPs' is used to describe those people who were picked up from their homes or other places in the presence of witnesses, family members or friends, on suspicion of being militants by security forces or by separatists on suspicions of being police informers and were never seen again.
Sharjah Islamic Bank to host 6th National Carnival | ummid.com
Sharjah Islamic Bank to host 6th National Carnival | ummid.com
The carnival, to be held between Nov 28 and 29, will take the form of a national village that will showcase an exhibition for families in collaboration with the Sharjah Economic Development Department.
The carnival, to be held between Nov 28 and 29, will take the form of a national village that will showcase an exhibition for families in collaboration with the Sharjah Economic Development Department.
Paramilitary deployed, Sirsa sealed after clashes | ummid.com
Paramilitary deployed, Sirsa sealed after clashes | ummid.com
Nearly 2,000 Dera Sacha Sauda followers have been booked for Saturday's violence, which left at least 12 people injured. Six vehicles were also set on fire. The clash took place at Valmiki Chowk in Sirsa town.
Nearly 2,000 Dera Sacha Sauda followers have been booked for Saturday's violence, which left at least 12 people injured. Six vehicles were also set on fire. The clash took place at Valmiki Chowk in Sirsa town.
Aftab Ansari seeks political prisoner status | ummid.com
Aftab Ansari seeks political prisoner status | ummid.com
Ansari based his argument on the petitions submitted by seven Maoists to the Calcutta High Court earlier this year seeking political prisoner status. The court granted them the status in August.
Ansari based his argument on the petitions submitted by seven Maoists to the Calcutta High Court earlier this year seeking political prisoner status. The court granted them the status in August.
Controversy rages over Thackeray memorial | ummid.com
Controversy rages over Thackeray memorial | ummid.com
"Manohar Joshi's threat of taking the law in his hands is deplorable, at least as a former speaker. This was not expected of him," a Congress spokesperson said in a statement Sunday evening.
"Manohar Joshi's threat of taking the law in his hands is deplorable, at least as a former speaker. This was not expected of him," a Congress spokesperson said in a statement Sunday evening.
BJP suspends Ram Jethmalani | ummid.com
BJP suspends Ram Jethmalani | ummid.com
The BJP has suspended from party its leader Ram Jethmalani, who had earlier demanded party chief Nitin Gadkari's removal and also spoken against the party's line on the appointment of the new CBI chief, sources said Sunday.
The BJP has suspended from party its leader Ram Jethmalani, who had earlier demanded party chief Nitin Gadkari's removal and also spoken against the party's line on the appointment of the new CBI chief, sources said Sunday.
Differences among UPA alliance partners over FDI persist | ummid.com
Differences among UPA alliance partners over FDI persist | ummid.com
The DMK, a constituent of the ruling United Progressive Alliance, wants another round of discussion within the coalition on allowing FDI in retail, union Health and Family Welfare Minister Ghulam Nabi Azad said here Sunday.
The DMK, a constituent of the ruling United Progressive Alliance, wants another round of discussion within the coalition on allowing FDI in retail, union Health and Family Welfare Minister Ghulam Nabi Azad said here Sunday.
Taj city student claims making world's biggest envelope | ummid.com
Taj city student claims making world's biggest envelope | ummid.com
The earlier record was held by Aligarh Muslim University students who last year made an envelope 11.02 metres long and 7.61 metres wide, Garima said.
The earlier record was held by Aligarh Muslim University students who last year made an envelope 11.02 metres long and 7.61 metres wide, Garima said.
Top British official held over child abuse images | ummid.com
Top British official held over child abuse images | ummid.com
After bowling out England for 413, who resumed the day at 178/2, India lost seven wickets in the last session of the day, finishing with a lead of 31 runs with three wickets in hand and two days of play left.
After bowling out England for 413, who resumed the day at 178/2, India lost seven wickets in the last session of the day, finishing with a lead of 31 runs with three wickets in hand and two days of play left.
Advantage England as India stagger at 117/7 | ummid.com
Advantage England as India stagger at 117/7 | ummid.com
After bowling out England for 413, who resumed the day at 178/2, India lost seven wickets in the last session of the day, finishing with a lead of 31 runs with three wickets in hand and two days of play left.
After bowling out England for 413, who resumed the day at 178/2, India lost seven wickets in the last session of the day, finishing with a lead of 31 runs with three wickets in hand and two days of play left.
SC raps Bihar for dragging teachers to courts | ummid.com
SC raps Bihar for dragging teachers to courts | ummid.com
Pronouncing the judgment, Justice Nijjar said: "They have to be treated honourably and given appropriate pay and chances of promotion. It is certainly not expected of the state government to drag them to the court in litigation for years together."
Pronouncing the judgment, Justice Nijjar said: "They have to be treated honourably and given appropriate pay and chances of promotion. It is certainly not expected of the state government to drag them to the court in litigation for years together."
Daydream to be like Einstein, Newton: Researchers | ummid.com
Daydream to be like Einstein, Newton: Researchers | ummid.com
Some of the most significant discoveries and breakthroughs ever made by Einstein, Newton and many others in scientific and creative fields occurred as their minds wandered, scientists found.
Some of the most significant discoveries and breakthroughs ever made by Einstein, Newton and many others in scientific and creative fields occurred as their minds wandered, scientists found.
Zoning of Western Ghats: Catholic Church up in arms over Madhav Gadgil report | ummid.com
Zoning of Western Ghats: Catholic Church up in arms over Madhav Gadgil report | ummid.com
He made it clear that most of the suggestions were impractical, and Kerala was opposed to the formation of a new Western Ghats Ecology Authority (WGEA), a key recommendation, as the state could ensure protection of its environment within the provisions of existing laws.
He made it clear that most of the suggestions were impractical, and Kerala was opposed to the formation of a new Western Ghats Ecology Authority (WGEA), a key recommendation, as the state could ensure protection of its environment within the provisions of existing laws.
Drug pricing: Which way will India go? | ummid.com
Drug pricing: Which way will India go? | ummid.com
The new pricing mechanism is expected to rely on "the simple average method" for determining the ceiling price of all the molecules (drugs) under a particular therapeutic area with over one percent market share, while the draft policy had capped the price by taking the "weighted average".
The new pricing mechanism is expected to rely on "the simple average method" for determining the ceiling price of all the molecules (drugs) under a particular therapeutic area with over one percent market share, while the draft policy had capped the price by taking the "weighted average".
124 dead in Bangladesh factory fire | ummid.com
124 dead in Bangladesh factory fire | ummid.com
The fire that started Saturday evening at Tazreen Fashion near the Dhaka Export Processing Zone in Ashulia was brought under control around 6 a.m. Sunday, the Daily Star quoted fire service officials as saying.
The fire that started Saturday evening at Tazreen Fashion near the Dhaka Export Processing Zone in Ashulia was brought under control around 6 a.m. Sunday, the Daily Star quoted fire service officials as saying.
Saturday, November 24, 2012
16-yr old becomes first Hijab wearing girl to speak in British parliament | ummid.com
16-yr old becomes first Hijab wearing girl to speak in British parliament | ummid.com
Sumaiya Karim, a biology, chemistry, history and maths student, was speaking as the Youth Parliament held its annual session in the lower house's chamber, where Britain's MPs gather, news agency AFP reported quoting from The Times.
Sumaiya Karim, a biology, chemistry, history and maths student, was speaking as the Youth Parliament held its annual session in the lower house's chamber, where Britain's MPs gather, news agency AFP reported quoting from The Times.
Russia to conduct surveillance flight over US | ummid.com
Russia to conduct surveillance flight over US | ummid.com
The Open Skies Treaty, which came into force Jan 1, 2002, establishes a regime of unarmed aerial observation flights over the territories of its 34 member states to promote openness and the transparency of military forces and activities.
The Open Skies Treaty, which came into force Jan 1, 2002, establishes a regime of unarmed aerial observation flights over the territories of its 34 member states to promote openness and the transparency of military forces and activities.
Latest opinion poll predicts sweeping victory for Narendra Modi | ummid.com
Latest opinion poll predicts sweeping victory for Narendra Modi | ummid.com
While the opinion poll brings cheers to the BJP and its supremo in Gujarat, Narendra Modi, it scales down the share of Congress seats to just 51. That is eight short of the 59 seats the party won in the last assembly elections.
While the opinion poll brings cheers to the BJP and its supremo in Gujarat, Narendra Modi, it scales down the share of Congress seats to just 51. That is eight short of the 59 seats the party won in the last assembly elections.
26 injured in Moharram clashes in UP | ummid.com
26 injured in Moharram clashes in UP | ummid.com
Since the 'Majlis', a religious congregation of Shias was underway, a group took umbrage to the beating of the drums and soon clashes erupted between the two sides.
Since the 'Majlis', a religious congregation of Shias was underway, a group took umbrage to the beating of the drums and soon clashes erupted between the two sides.
11 killed in Himachal road accident | ummid.com
11 killed in Himachal road accident | ummid.com
The injured were admitted to the Civil Hospital in Paonta Sahib. Some of the injured have been referred to Chandigarh's Post Graduate Institute of Medical Education & Research (PGIMER).
The injured were admitted to the Civil Hospital in Paonta Sahib. Some of the injured have been referred to Chandigarh's Post Graduate Institute of Medical Education & Research (PGIMER).
16 killed in bus accident in Jammu region | ummid.com
16 killed in bus accident in Jammu region | ummid.com
Twelve people were killed on the spot, while four others died of injuries, and 44 others, including the bridegroom, were injured. The police and Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) units immediately started the rescue operation.
Twelve people were killed on the spot, while four others died of injuries, and 44 others, including the bridegroom, were injured. The police and Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) units immediately started the rescue operation.
Rare identical triplets born to Malegaon couple | ummid.com
Rare identical triplets born to Malegaon couple | ummid.com
Surprisingly, till the last moment the happy parents Syyeda Perveen and Ziaurrehman (34) – an artist, playwright and one of the key members of the local film industry, thought they were having identical twin boys. It was only after the deliveries of twins that they got to know that they had been blessed with triplets.
Surprisingly, till the last moment the happy parents Syyeda Perveen and Ziaurrehman (34) – an artist, playwright and one of the key members of the local film industry, thought they were having identical twin boys. It was only after the deliveries of twins that they got to know that they had been blessed with triplets.
Palghar arrests: Maha Home Minister for strict action against guilty cops | ummid.com
Palghar arrests: Maha Home Minister for strict action against guilty cops | ummid.com
Patil promised strict action against the policemen involved in the arrest of the two young women if they were found guilty. The arrests raised a storm of protests across the state and the country.
Patil promised strict action against the policemen involved in the arrest of the two young women if they were found guilty. The arrests raised a storm of protests across the state and the country.
Bribes don't always work, says NRI academic | ummid.com
Bribes don't always work, says NRI academic | ummid.com
The research, by Raghavendra Rau, the Sir Evelyn de Rothschild Professor of Finance at the Cambridge Judge Business School, is one of the first studies in which documented bribery incidents between 1971 and 2007 have been analysed.
The research, by Raghavendra Rau, the Sir Evelyn de Rothschild Professor of Finance at the Cambridge Judge Business School, is one of the first studies in which documented bribery incidents between 1971 and 2007 have been analysed.
Rajasthan to train 35,000 workers in textile sector | ummid.com
Rajasthan to train 35,000 workers in textile sector | ummid.com
"Under the 12th Five Year Plan, from 2012-2017, ATDC-SMART plans to train 35,000 candidates with one SMART TOT Academy and a total of 25 ATDC-SMART centres," said Hari Kapoor, ATDC vice chairman, at the Vastra 2012 textile seminar held here.
"Under the 12th Five Year Plan, from 2012-2017, ATDC-SMART plans to train 35,000 candidates with one SMART TOT Academy and a total of 25 ATDC-SMART centres," said Hari Kapoor, ATDC vice chairman, at the Vastra 2012 textile seminar held here.
Bangalore boy aces US admission test | ummid.com
Bangalore boy aces US admission test | ummid.com
"Nischal, who is reading in Class 11 in our school, got 2400 out of 2400 in the Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT), a standardised test for college admissions in the US, by scoring 800 points each in Mathematics, Critical Reading and Writing subjects," the school said in a statement here.
"Nischal, who is reading in Class 11 in our school, got 2400 out of 2400 in the Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT), a standardised test for college admissions in the US, by scoring 800 points each in Mathematics, Critical Reading and Writing subjects," the school said in a statement here.
Gujarat's Dalits: Nobody's babies even in election time | ummid.com
Gujarat's Dalits: Nobody's babies even in election time | ummid.com
"The Narendra Modi government has not implemented any schemes for the welfare of the Scheduled Castes (SC) like educational scholarships, employment schemes, financial aid and reservation at the promotional level," said social activist Father William.
"The Narendra Modi government has not implemented any schemes for the welfare of the Scheduled Castes (SC) like educational scholarships, employment schemes, financial aid and reservation at the promotional level," said social activist Father William.
Potential game changer: Direct cash transfers set to begin | ummid.com
Potential game changer: Direct cash transfers set to begin | ummid.com
In preparation for the launch of the UPA government's direct cash transfer (DCT) of subsidies and welfare schemes to millions of people, Prime Minister Manmohan Singh will Monday hold the first meeting to roll out the ambitious project which it hopes would be a game changer for the government and the nation.
In preparation for the launch of the UPA government's direct cash transfer (DCT) of subsidies and welfare schemes to millions of people, Prime Minister Manmohan Singh will Monday hold the first meeting to roll out the ambitious project which it hopes would be a game changer for the government and the nation.
Cash transfer of subsidy from Jan 1: Chidambaram | ummid.com
Cash transfer of subsidy from Jan 1: Chidambaram | ummid.com
"We are going to launch the ambitious programme of payout of direct cash subsidy to people through the Aadhaar system in 51 districts across 15 states," Chidambaram said at a banking conference, "Bancon", here.
"We are going to launch the ambitious programme of payout of direct cash subsidy to people through the Aadhaar system in 51 districts across 15 states," Chidambaram said at a banking conference, "Bancon", here.
'Include haemophilia, thalassaemia in benchmark disabilities' | ummid.com
'Include haemophilia, thalassaemia in benchmark disabilities' | ummid.com
The bill, which will replace the Persons with Disabilities Act, 1995, has 18 disabilities including haemophilia and thalassaemia. But the two disorders have been excluded from the benchmark disabilities section, which promises the security of a government job.
The bill, which will replace the Persons with Disabilities Act, 1995, has 18 disabilities including haemophilia and thalassaemia. But the two disorders have been excluded from the benchmark disabilities section, which promises the security of a government job.
A 'Pakistan' where Kasab's hanging was celebrated | ummid.com
A 'Pakistan' where Kasab's hanging was celebrated | ummid.com
"People in Pakistan not only distributed sweets and burst crackers but also plan to organise a feast soon to celebrate the hanging of the terrorist," said a police officer in Purnea, about 350 km from the state capital.
"People in Pakistan not only distributed sweets and burst crackers but also plan to organise a feast soon to celebrate the hanging of the terrorist," said a police officer in Purnea, about 350 km from the state capital.
Is SP playing 'dangerous' politics with Muslims? | ummid.com
Is SP playing 'dangerous' politics with Muslims? | ummid.com
A bench of Justice R.K. Agarwal and Justice R.S.R. Maurya observed: "Today you are releasing them, tomorrow you may give them the Padma Bhushan." The court also said that whether one was accused or not was a matter to be decided by courts, not politicians.
A bench of Justice R.K. Agarwal and Justice R.S.R. Maurya observed: "Today you are releasing them, tomorrow you may give them the Padma Bhushan." The court also said that whether one was accused or not was a matter to be decided by courts, not politicians.
Suspected militants kill Assam cop | ummid.com
Suspected militants kill Assam cop | ummid.com
The police team was fired at in Lower Haflong in Dima Hasao district killing the constable on the spot, police said.
The police team was fired at in Lower Haflong in Dima Hasao district killing the constable on the spot, police said.
Friday, November 23, 2012
Nano particles protect brain from nerve disease | ummid.com
Nano particles protect brain from nerve disease | ummid.com
MS affects any area of the brain, optic nerve, and spinal cord, damaging the myelin sheath, which protects the nerve cells, slowing down or halting exchange of nerve signals. The symptoms vary from mild limb numbness to paralysis and blindness.
MS affects any area of the brain, optic nerve, and spinal cord, damaging the myelin sheath, which protects the nerve cells, slowing down or halting exchange of nerve signals. The symptoms vary from mild limb numbness to paralysis and blindness.
Two killed in Paris bar shooting | ummid.com
Two killed in Paris bar shooting | ummid.com
At least two people were killed and three injured in Paris Friday after two unidentified men opened fire at a bar, Xinhua reported.
At least two people were killed and three injured in Paris Friday after two unidentified men opened fire at a bar, Xinhua reported.
Sohrabuddin staged shootout: Nine remanded to judicial custody | ummid.com
Sohrabuddin staged shootout: Nine remanded to judicial custody | ummid.com
Nine of the 19 police officers accused in the case were brought to Mumbai Friday amid tight security, following which they were presented before the Additional Metropolitan Magistrate A.A. Khan, who remanded them to judicial custody till Dec 7.
Nine of the 19 police officers accused in the case were brought to Mumbai Friday amid tight security, following which they were presented before the Additional Metropolitan Magistrate A.A. Khan, who remanded them to judicial custody till Dec 7.
Another day lost as FDI logjam continues in parliament | ummid.com
Another day lost as FDI logjam continues in parliament | ummid.com
Both houses were adjourned till Monday as the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) along with the Communist Party of India-Marxist (CPI-M) and the Trinamool Congress continued their protest over the FDI issue. Thursday, which was the first day of the winter session, saw similar disruptions.
Both houses were adjourned till Monday as the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) along with the Communist Party of India-Marxist (CPI-M) and the Trinamool Congress continued their protest over the FDI issue. Thursday, which was the first day of the winter session, saw similar disruptions.
Joshi under attack on 2G report from ex-CAG official, Congress | ummid.com
Joshi under attack on 2G report from ex-CAG official, Congress | ummid.com
The day began with retired CAG director general R.P. Singh coming before the media to claim he only pegged the 2G loss at Rs.37,000 crore, but when the final report was brought to him for signing, it had the Rs.1.76 lakh crore as the loss figure.
The day began with retired CAG director general R.P. Singh coming before the media to claim he only pegged the 2G loss at Rs.37,000 crore, but when the final report was brought to him for signing, it had the Rs.1.76 lakh crore as the loss figure.
Fresh map row erupts between India and China | ummid.com
Fresh map row erupts between India and China | ummid.com
In a move bound to upset India, the Chinese government started issuing new e-passports carrying pages with watermark Chinese maps including Arunachal and Aksai Chin as part of its territory.
In a move bound to upset India, the Chinese government started issuing new e-passports carrying pages with watermark Chinese maps including Arunachal and Aksai Chin as part of its territory.
China readies world's highest-altitude airport | ummid.com
China readies world's highest-altitude airport | ummid.com
The Daocheng Yading airport, built at an altitude of 4,411 metres above the sea level in Sichuan province, is just 130 km from the scenic Yading nature reserve.
The Daocheng Yading airport, built at an altitude of 4,411 metres above the sea level in Sichuan province, is just 130 km from the scenic Yading nature reserve.
World's worst hotel is surely somewhere in Asia | ummid.com
World's worst hotel is surely somewhere in Asia | ummid.com
Frequent travellers in Asia (i.e., this columnist and his readers) are outraged that staff at the Hans Brinker Hotel of Amsterdam are now marketing their hostelry as "the world's worst hotel". How dare they? Hotels in Asia are WAY worse.
Frequent travellers in Asia (i.e., this columnist and his readers) are outraged that staff at the Hans Brinker Hotel of Amsterdam are now marketing their hostelry as "the world's worst hotel". How dare they? Hotels in Asia are WAY worse.
Salient features of Lokpal bill | ummid.com
Salient features of Lokpal bill | ummid.com
Lokpal will consist of a chairperson and maximum eight members, of which 50 percent shall be judicial members. Fifty percent members will be SC, ST or OBC, minorities and women. It will have an enquiry wing for preliminary inquiry and an independent prosecution wing.
Lokpal will consist of a chairperson and maximum eight members, of which 50 percent shall be judicial members. Fifty percent members will be SC, ST or OBC, minorities and women. It will have an enquiry wing for preliminary inquiry and an independent prosecution wing.
Lokpal report tabled in Rajya Sabha | ummid.com
Lokpal report tabled in Rajya Sabha | ummid.com
The bill was passed by the Lok Sabha at the end of the winter session last year. It was sent to the select committee in the budget session after several objections were raised on its present form.
The bill was passed by the Lok Sabha at the end of the winter session last year. It was sent to the select committee in the budget session after several objections were raised on its present form.
Jamia Millia Islamia honours cardiologist Ashok Seth | ummid.com
Jamia Millia Islamia honours cardiologist Ashok Seth | ummid.com
Lt. Gen. (retd) M.A. Zaki, Chancellor of Jamia, presented the honour to Seth, chairman of cardiovascular sciences and chief cardiologist and chairman of cardiology council at the Fortis Group of Hospitals.
Lt. Gen. (retd) M.A. Zaki, Chancellor of Jamia, presented the honour to Seth, chairman of cardiovascular sciences and chief cardiologist and chairman of cardiology council at the Fortis Group of Hospitals.
Thursday, November 22, 2012
Andhra teacher makes student drink urine? Probe begins | ummid.com
Andhra teacher makes student drink urine? Probe begins | ummid.com
He along with three of his class mates had urinated in a tumbler and kept it in a corner of their classroom. On learning about this, the teacher reprimanded the students, who put the blame on Anjaneya Reddy. The teacher then allegedly forced the boy to drink the urine. When he resisted, she asked the other students to hold him.
He along with three of his class mates had urinated in a tumbler and kept it in a corner of their classroom. On learning about this, the teacher reprimanded the students, who put the blame on Anjaneya Reddy. The teacher then allegedly forced the boy to drink the urine. When he resisted, she asked the other students to hold him.
Hundreds march to Parliament protesting arrests of Muslim youths | ummid.com
Hundreds march to Parliament protesting arrests of Muslim youths | ummid.com
"Infiltration of communal elements into police and intelligence agencies is responsible for all the agonies faced by innocent people in terror related cases. It is bringing shame to the law enforcement structure of the country while the real culprits of most terrorism related cases roam freely due to the self-deceiving approach of the concerned authorities", the protesters alleged.
"Infiltration of communal elements into police and intelligence agencies is responsible for all the agonies faced by innocent people in terror related cases. It is bringing shame to the law enforcement structure of the country while the real culprits of most terrorism related cases roam freely due to the self-deceiving approach of the concerned authorities", the protesters alleged.
Australian varsity ties up with Indian institutes | ummid.com
Australian varsity ties up with Indian institutes | ummid.com
The Indian institutes are Jagadguru Sri Shivarathreeswara (JSS) University at Mysore, about 140 km from here, Maharashtra Institute of Technology (MIT) and Cummins College at Pune.
The Indian institutes are Jagadguru Sri Shivarathreeswara (JSS) University at Mysore, about 140 km from here, Maharashtra Institute of Technology (MIT) and Cummins College at Pune.
Why a military coup is impossible in Russia | ummid.com
Why a military coup is impossible in Russia | ummid.com
Analysts at the Institute of Globalization Studies and Social Movements, a Moscow-based think tank, recently published a report saying that has some of the prerequisites for a successful military coup scenario are present in Russia.
Analysts at the Institute of Globalization Studies and Social Movements, a Moscow-based think tank, recently published a report saying that has some of the prerequisites for a successful military coup scenario are present in Russia.
BJP releases first list, Narendra Modi to contest from Maninagar | ummid.com
BJP releases first list, Narendra Modi to contest from Maninagar | ummid.com
Modi, Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) president Nitin Gadkari, BJP parliamentary party chief L.K. Advani, Leader of the Opposition in Lok Sabha Sushma Swaraj and her Rajya Sabha counterpart Arun Jaitley discussed the list at the central election committee (CEC) meeting before releasing it.
Modi, Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) president Nitin Gadkari, BJP parliamentary party chief L.K. Advani, Leader of the Opposition in Lok Sabha Sushma Swaraj and her Rajya Sabha counterpart Arun Jaitley discussed the list at the central election committee (CEC) meeting before releasing it.
119 journalists killed in 2012: Report | ummid.com
119 journalists killed in 2012: Report | ummid.com
This is the highest toll since 1997 when the IPI started keeping track. In Syria alone, 36 journalists were killed this year, Xinhua reported.
This is the highest toll since 1997 when the IPI started keeping track. In Syria alone, 36 journalists were killed this year, Xinhua reported.
FDI row, BSP derail parliament | ummid.com
FDI row, BSP derail parliament | ummid.com
Both the BJP and the Communist Party of India-Marxist (CPI-M) urged Lok Sabha Speaker Meira Kumar to allow voting on their notices opposing foreign equity in multi-brand retail.
Both the BJP and the Communist Party of India-Marxist (CPI-M) urged Lok Sabha Speaker Meira Kumar to allow voting on their notices opposing foreign equity in multi-brand retail.
'Pakistan taking unprecedented steps for peace with India' | ummid.com
'Pakistan taking unprecedented steps for peace with India' | ummid.com
Addressing the Developing Eight, or D-8, conference here Thursday after taking over its chairmanship from Nigerian President Goodluck Jonathan for two years, Zardari spoke on a host of issues including terrorism, democracy and Israel-Palestine conflict, Geo News reported.
Addressing the Developing Eight, or D-8, conference here Thursday after taking over its chairmanship from Nigerian President Goodluck Jonathan for two years, Zardari spoke on a host of issues including terrorism, democracy and Israel-Palestine conflict, Geo News reported.
India says cricket ties fine but 26/11 justice core concern | ummid.com
India says cricket ties fine but 26/11 justice core concern | ummid.com
This was conveyed by Minister of State for External Affairs E. Ahamed to the Rajya Sabha (upper house) in response to questions on the subject. The statement came a day after the execution of Ajmal Kasab, the lone Pakistani terrorist captured alive during the Mumbai carnage.
This was conveyed by Minister of State for External Affairs E. Ahamed to the Rajya Sabha (upper house) in response to questions on the subject. The statement came a day after the execution of Ajmal Kasab, the lone Pakistani terrorist captured alive during the Mumbai carnage.
India probes Cadbury for Rs.213 crore tax evasion | ummid.com
India probes Cadbury for Rs.213 crore tax evasion | ummid.com
Cadbury is being probed for two cases of tax evasion. One case is related to service tax evasion involving an amount of Rs.13.43 crore and the other case is related to central excise duty evasion involving an amount of nearly Rs.200 crore.
Cadbury is being probed for two cases of tax evasion. One case is related to service tax evasion involving an amount of Rs.13.43 crore and the other case is related to central excise duty evasion involving an amount of nearly Rs.200 crore.
Did you take action against erring officers, activist asks Maharashtra top cop | ummid.com
Did you take action against erring officers, activist asks Maharashtra top cop | ummid.com
A local RTI activist Thursday asked Maharashtra Director General of Police Sanjive Dayal what action he had taken against the police officers who ordered and arrested the Palghar girls for questioning Mumbai shutdown by posting comments on Facebook.
A local RTI activist Thursday asked Maharashtra Director General of Police Sanjive Dayal what action he had taken against the police officers who ordered and arrested the Palghar girls for questioning Mumbai shutdown by posting comments on Facebook.
Unearthing history: Indian workers killed 110 years ago in Suriname | ummid.com
Unearthing history: Indian workers killed 110 years ago in Suriname | ummid.com
Archaeologist Benjamin Mitrasingh plans to excavate in the grounds of the Marienburg estate using modern technology to locate the mass graves. Dr Mitrasingh made it clear that he did not plan to exhume the bodies; he just wanted to locate the graves.
Archaeologist Benjamin Mitrasingh plans to excavate in the grounds of the Marienburg estate using modern technology to locate the mass graves. Dr Mitrasingh made it clear that he did not plan to exhume the bodies; he just wanted to locate the graves.
Gene keeps fat people happier than skinny ones | ummid.com
Gene keeps fat people happier than skinny ones | ummid.com
Results showed those with the previously identified fat gene FTO showed significantly less signs of depression. These findings were confirmed by analysing the genetic status of patients in three additional international studies.
Results showed those with the previously identified fat gene FTO showed significantly less signs of depression. These findings were confirmed by analysing the genetic status of patients in three additional international studies.
Asparagus can keep diabetes away | ummid.com
Asparagus can keep diabetes away | ummid.com
Once known as 'late onset' diabetes, since it only tended to strike from middle-age onwards, doctors are now beginning to see patients in their teens and twenties with the condition.
Once known as 'late onset' diabetes, since it only tended to strike from middle-age onwards, doctors are now beginning to see patients in their teens and twenties with the condition.
Experts suggest quota, policy and action for Muslims | ummid.com
Experts suggest quota, policy and action for Muslims | ummid.com
The seminar -- 'Round table on Muslims, inequity and the post-Millenium Development Goals framework' -- was organised by Oxfam India at the Constitution Club in the capital to emphasise the status of Indian Muslims in the context of the UN Millenium Development Goals (MDGs).
The seminar -- 'Round table on Muslims, inequity and the post-Millenium Development Goals framework' -- was organised by Oxfam India at the Constitution Club in the capital to emphasise the status of Indian Muslims in the context of the UN Millenium Development Goals (MDGs).
Court acquits two in 1996 Delhi blasts; slams police | ummid.com
Court acquits two in 1996 Delhi blasts; slams police | ummid.com
A division bench headed by Justice S. Ravindra Bhat also converted the death penalty given to the third convict, Mohd. Naushad, into life imprisonment.
A division bench headed by Justice S. Ravindra Bhat also converted the death penalty given to the third convict, Mohd. Naushad, into life imprisonment.
Assurance to parliament on FDI not violated: Anand Sharma | ummid.com
Assurance to parliament on FDI not violated: Anand Sharma | ummid.com
Commerce and Industry Minister Anand Sharma Thursday asserted that there was no violation of the government's earlier assurance to parliament that it would work for a consensus on FDI in multi-brand retail.
Commerce and Industry Minister Anand Sharma Thursday asserted that there was no violation of the government's earlier assurance to parliament that it would work for a consensus on FDI in multi-brand retail.
Trinamool's no-trust motion on FDI rejected | ummid.com
Trinamool's no-trust motion on FDI rejected | ummid.com
Sudeep Bandopadhyay of the Trinamool sought leave of the house to move the no-confidence motion against the government.
Sudeep Bandopadhyay of the Trinamool sought leave of the house to move the no-confidence motion against the government.
Wednesday, November 21, 2012
PM seeks cooperation of parties before winter session | ummid.com
PM seeks cooperation of parties before winter session | ummid.com
Expressing the hope that members of the Rajya Sabha and the Lok Sabha would "come together and address the issues and challenges that we face as a nation", Manmohan Singh said: "We are ready to discuss all issues on the floor of the both houses."
Expressing the hope that members of the Rajya Sabha and the Lok Sabha would "come together and address the issues and challenges that we face as a nation", Manmohan Singh said: "We are ready to discuss all issues on the floor of the both houses."
Mars rover team may reveal major discovery soon | ummid.com
Mars rover team may reveal major discovery soon | ummid.com
But Grotzinger, a geologist at the prestigious California Institute of Technology, added that NASA scientists are taking every precaution to verify the data collected by Curiosity, which was launched late last year and landed on Mars in August.
But Grotzinger, a geologist at the prestigious California Institute of Technology, added that NASA scientists are taking every precaution to verify the data collected by Curiosity, which was launched late last year and landed on Mars in August.
India to test ballistic missile interceptor Friday | ummid.com
India to test ballistic missile interceptor Friday | ummid.com
India is developing the interceptors which have been successfully tested several times in the past, to provide air-shield to important Indian cities against hostile attacks.
India is developing the interceptors which have been successfully tested several times in the past, to provide air-shield to important Indian cities against hostile attacks.
Meritorious Assam student Ratul Khan finally gets US visa | ummid.com
Meritorious Assam student Ratul Khan finally gets US visa | ummid.com
Ratul, who belongs to a poor family in Alikash village in Kamrup district, topped the Assam High Madrasa Examination and won the opportunity to visit the US for 14 days.
Ratul, who belongs to a poor family in Alikash village in Kamrup district, topped the Assam High Madrasa Examination and won the opportunity to visit the US for 14 days.
Mumbai Muslims welcome Kasab's execution | ummid.com
Mumbai Muslims welcome Kasab's execution | ummid.com
Gulzar Azmir, secretary of the legal cell of Jamait-ul-e-Hind, which has provided legal aid to two other terrorists, Fahim Ansari and Sabauddin Shaikh, said such people have no place in Islam.
Gulzar Azmir, secretary of the legal cell of Jamait-ul-e-Hind, which has provided legal aid to two other terrorists, Fahim Ansari and Sabauddin Shaikh, said such people have no place in Islam.
Four years after 26/11, Kasab hanged and buried in Pune jail | ummid.com
Four years after 26/11, Kasab hanged and buried in Pune jail | ummid.com
In a meticulously mounted operation kept completely under wraps, Kasab was hanged to death at 7.30 a.m. in Pune's Yerawada Jail, about 100 km from India's commercial centre Mumbai where he and nine other Pakistanis sneaked in on the night of Nov 26, 2008, to unleash 60 hours of mayhem.
In a meticulously mounted operation kept completely under wraps, Kasab was hanged to death at 7.30 a.m. in Pune's Yerawada Jail, about 100 km from India's commercial centre Mumbai where he and nine other Pakistanis sneaked in on the night of Nov 26, 2008, to unleash 60 hours of mayhem.
Stop arresting innocent Muslim youth, says SIO | ummid.com
Stop arresting innocent Muslim youth, says SIO | ummid.com
"These arrests are meant to suppress the morale of Muslim community and subject them to identity crisis," said Ismail. The SIO demanded that fast track courts be set up to try cases of illegal arrests so that the victims got speedy justice. It also sought rehabilitation of those acquitted by courts.
"These arrests are meant to suppress the morale of Muslim community and subject them to identity crisis," said Ismail. The SIO demanded that fast track courts be set up to try cases of illegal arrests so that the victims got speedy justice. It also sought rehabilitation of those acquitted by courts.
BJP promoting alcohol during IFFI: Women's group | ummid.com
BJP promoting alcohol during IFFI: Women's group | ummid.com
"We thought the Congress government alone was supportive of the sale of alcohol, but the BJP seems to love it even more. They have even made alcohol available from 9 a.m. instead of 11 a.m., which was the time set for earlier film festivals," Bailancho Saad convenor Sabina Martins said.
"We thought the Congress government alone was supportive of the sale of alcohol, but the BJP seems to love it even more. They have even made alcohol available from 9 a.m. instead of 11 a.m., which was the time set for earlier film festivals," Bailancho Saad convenor Sabina Martins said.
'J&K council polls big challenge for police' | ummid.com
'J&K council polls big challenge for police' | ummid.com
The polls are due Dec 3 for four seats of the Jammu and Kashmir legislative council. But 30 companies of the Central Reserve Police Force - 26 from Kashmir Valley and four from the Jammu region - were sent Nov 10 to Gujarat on election duty.
The polls are due Dec 3 for four seats of the Jammu and Kashmir legislative council. But 30 companies of the Central Reserve Police Force - 26 from Kashmir Valley and four from the Jammu region - were sent Nov 10 to Gujarat on election duty.
Court reserves order on Tendulkar's nomination to Rajya Sabha | ummid.com
Court reserves order on Tendulkar's nomination to Rajya Sabha | ummid.com
The petition, filed by Ram Gopal Singh Sisodia, a former Delhi legislator, claimed that Tendulkar did not possess the qualification prescribed under Article 80 of the constitution for a person with "special knowledge and practical experience" being nominated to the Rajya Sabha.
The petition, filed by Ram Gopal Singh Sisodia, a former Delhi legislator, claimed that Tendulkar did not possess the qualification prescribed under Article 80 of the constitution for a person with "special knowledge and practical experience" being nominated to the Rajya Sabha.
Israeli aggression raises anger in Arab world | ummid.com
Israeli aggression raises anger in Arab world | ummid.com
More than 500 Egyptian activists crossed into the Gaza Strip Sunday to show solidarity with Palestinians, something unthinkable under former president Hosni Mubarak, who kept Egypt’s border with Gaza closed during the bloodiest days of the 2008-2009 Israeli air raids and land invasion.
More than 500 Egyptian activists crossed into the Gaza Strip Sunday to show solidarity with Palestinians, something unthinkable under former president Hosni Mubarak, who kept Egypt’s border with Gaza closed during the bloodiest days of the 2008-2009 Israeli air raids and land invasion.
IIM-Trichy to offer short courses too at Chennai centre | ummid.com
IIM-Trichy to offer short courses too at Chennai centre | ummid.com
"We will also utilize the centre here to offer short-term executive education (Management Development Programme) and certification programme. The centre will also serve as a convenient platform to conduct placement-related activities," Suresh Paul Anthony, chairperson of PGPBM, told IANS.
"We will also utilize the centre here to offer short-term executive education (Management Development Programme) and certification programme. The centre will also serve as a convenient platform to conduct placement-related activities," Suresh Paul Anthony, chairperson of PGPBM, told IANS.
Applications open for Manmohan scholarship at Cambridge | ummid.com
Applications open for Manmohan scholarship at Cambridge | ummid.com
The scholarship was launched in 2007 in the name of India's prime minister, who studied and achieved a First in Economics at St John's College in the late 1950s. Three scholarships are awarded every year, each worth 35,000 pounds.
The scholarship was launched in 2007 in the name of India's prime minister, who studied and achieved a First in Economics at St John's College in the late 1950s. Three scholarships are awarded every year, each worth 35,000 pounds.
PUDR demands compensate for arrested Palghar women | ummid.com
PUDR demands compensate for arrested Palghar women | ummid.com
"The news media's uncritical representation of the Mumbai shutdown as a spontaneous one resulting from 'respect' is called into question by the severity of the police action against the two women," PUDR says.
"The news media's uncritical representation of the Mumbai shutdown as a spontaneous one resulting from 'respect' is called into question by the severity of the police action against the two women," PUDR says.
'Uncertainties killed innovation in Indian telecom' | ummid.com
'Uncertainties killed innovation in Indian telecom' | ummid.com
"There is absolutely no innovation in services. No new investment is coming into the sector. People are just talking about cutting costs," said Vsevolod Rozanov, president and chief executive officer of SSTL, which provides telecom services in India under the MTS brand.
"There is absolutely no innovation in services. No new investment is coming into the sector. People are just talking about cutting costs," said Vsevolod Rozanov, president and chief executive officer of SSTL, which provides telecom services in India under the MTS brand.
Tuesday, November 20, 2012
Telecom debacle: Caught between presumptive loss and affordable services | ummid.com
Telecom debacle: Caught between presumptive loss and affordable services | ummid.com
The question, naturally, being asked is: Where is that presumptive loss of Rs.1.76 lakh crore, or around $32 billion going by an exchange rate of 55 rupees to a dollar, which the Comptroller and Auditor General of India had so sensationally estimated?
The question, naturally, being asked is: Where is that presumptive loss of Rs.1.76 lakh crore, or around $32 billion going by an exchange rate of 55 rupees to a dollar, which the Comptroller and Auditor General of India had so sensationally estimated?
Powerloom weavers burn electricity bills, protest over tariff hike intensifies | ummid.com
Powerloom weavers burn electricity bills, protest over tariff hike intensifies | ummid.com
Demanding immediate rollback of the recent electricity tariff hike, hundreds of powerloom weavers on Tuesday gathered at Mushawerat Chowk at 12:00 noon and burned the electricity bills in protest against the Maharashtra Electricity Regulatory Commission (MMERC).
Demanding immediate rollback of the recent electricity tariff hike, hundreds of powerloom weavers on Tuesday gathered at Mushawerat Chowk at 12:00 noon and burned the electricity bills in protest against the Maharashtra Electricity Regulatory Commission (MMERC).
Two Hamas TV cameramen killed in Gaza strike | ummid.com
Two Hamas TV cameramen killed in Gaza strike | ummid.com
The Gaza-based channel said the two camera operators, Mohammed Al-Kumi and Hussam Salama, were killed Tuesday evening when a drone hit their car in al-Shifa street.
The Gaza-based channel said the two camera operators, Mohammed Al-Kumi and Hussam Salama, were killed Tuesday evening when a drone hit their car in al-Shifa street.
Kasab hanged in Pune jail | ummid.com
Kasab hanged in Pune jail | ummid.com
Kasab's mercy petition was rejected by President Pranab Mukherjee Tuesday night. Shortly thereafter, in the dead of the night, Kasab was shifted amid top secrecy and tight security to Pune's high-security Yerawada jail.
Kasab's mercy petition was rejected by President Pranab Mukherjee Tuesday night. Shortly thereafter, in the dead of the night, Kasab was shifted amid top secrecy and tight security to Pune's high-security Yerawada jail.
Indian scientists unravel secrets behind hospital infections | ummid.com
Indian scientists unravel secrets behind hospital infections | ummid.com
Researchers led by scientist Chitra Mandal have unravelled the sinister mechanism by which the bacteria that goes by the name of Pseudomonas aeruginosa, responsible for hospital-borne infections, invades the human body, eludes the neutrophils (immune cells responsible for defence) and establishes infection.
Researchers led by scientist Chitra Mandal have unravelled the sinister mechanism by which the bacteria that goes by the name of Pseudomonas aeruginosa, responsible for hospital-borne infections, invades the human body, eludes the neutrophils (immune cells responsible for defence) and establishes infection.
Israeli Gaza operation to end Tuesday: Egypt | ummid.com
Israeli Gaza operation to end Tuesday: Egypt | ummid.com
A decision on whether to launch a ground invasion of Gaza has been put off by at least a day to give the Egyptians time to broker a ceasefire with Hamas, Israeli's Haaretz reported earlier Tuesday.
A decision on whether to launch a ground invasion of Gaza has been put off by at least a day to give the Egyptians time to broker a ceasefire with Hamas, Israeli's Haaretz reported earlier Tuesday.
Israeli air raid on Gaza is state terrorism: Pakistan parliament | ummid.com
Israeli air raid on Gaza is state terrorism: Pakistan parliament | ummid.com
The National Assembly resolution described the attack as state terrorism and violation of international law, Xinhua reported.
The National Assembly resolution described the attack as state terrorism and violation of international law, Xinhua reported.
Israeli air raid on Gaza is state terrorism: Pakistan parliament | ummid.com
Israeli air raid on Gaza is state terrorism: Pakistan parliament | ummid.com
The National Assembly resolution described the attack as state terrorism and violation of international law, Xinhua reported.
The National Assembly resolution described the attack as state terrorism and violation of international law, Xinhua reported.
Nationwide protest, Parliament march to protest arrests of Muslim youths | ummid.com
Nationwide protest, Parliament march to protest arrests of Muslim youths | ummid.com
Backed by over a dozen NGOs and activists belonging to various student organisations, Students Islamic Organisation (SIO) is organising a nationwide protest and march to the parliament on Thursday to protest against indiscriminate arrest of Muslim youths in the name of fighting terror.
Backed by over a dozen NGOs and activists belonging to various student organisations, Students Islamic Organisation (SIO) is organising a nationwide protest and march to the parliament on Thursday to protest against indiscriminate arrest of Muslim youths in the name of fighting terror.
AIADMK to vote against FDI in retail | ummid.com
AIADMK to vote against FDI in retail | ummid.com
Speaking to reporters here, Jayalalithaa, the Tamil Nadu chief minister, said her party would vote against any motion that sought to bring FDI in retail since it was against the country's interests.
Speaking to reporters here, Jayalalithaa, the Tamil Nadu chief minister, said her party would vote against any motion that sought to bring FDI in retail since it was against the country's interests.
Speaker to decide on FDI debate: Kamal Nath | ummid.com
Speaker to decide on FDI debate: Kamal Nath | ummid.com
Both the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and Communist Party of India-Marxist (CPI-M) have said they will move separate resolutions on the issue in the winter session starting Nov 22 in order to corner the Congress-led United Progressive Alliance (UPA) government.
Both the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and Communist Party of India-Marxist (CPI-M) have said they will move separate resolutions on the issue in the winter session starting Nov 22 in order to corner the Congress-led United Progressive Alliance (UPA) government.
Would jailing official make you work, HC asks Bangalore civic body | ummid.com
Would jailing official make you work, HC asks Bangalore civic body | ummid.com
Slamming the Karnataka government and the civic administration, Chief Justice Vikramjit Sen warned that contempt of court proceedings would be initiated if the civic body and the state pollution control board failed to present a plan within two days.
Slamming the Karnataka government and the civic administration, Chief Justice Vikramjit Sen warned that contempt of court proceedings would be initiated if the civic body and the state pollution control board failed to present a plan within two days.
Would jailing official make you work, HC asks Bangalore civic body | ummid.com
Would jailing official make you work, HC asks Bangalore civic body | ummid.com
Slamming the Karnataka government and the civic administration, Chief Justice Vikramjit Sen warned that contempt of court proceedings would be initiated if the civic body and the state pollution control board failed to present a plan within two days.
Slamming the Karnataka government and the civic administration, Chief Justice Vikramjit Sen warned that contempt of court proceedings would be initiated if the civic body and the state pollution control board failed to present a plan within two days.
Free speech takes a back seat: Pro-Israel group demands Hamas tweet ban | ummid.com
Free speech takes a back seat: Pro-Israel group demands Hamas tweet ban | ummid.com
The group, Christians United for Israel (CUFI), hoped to drum up support from more than its 1 million members amid an ongoing deadly conflict between Israel and Palestinians, al Arabiya reported Tuesday.
The group, Christians United for Israel (CUFI), hoped to drum up support from more than its 1 million members amid an ongoing deadly conflict between Israel and Palestinians, al Arabiya reported Tuesday.
Congress, BJP in close contest for tribal votes in Gujarat | ummid.com
Congress, BJP in close contest for tribal votes in Gujarat | ummid.com
The tribal parts of the state, called Poorvi Patti (Eastern Belt), constitute 26 of Gujarat's 182 constituencies. Adivasis comprise 14-15 percent (five million) of Gujarat's population. There are 37 tribes in the state. The majority of these are Bhils, who in turn are subdivided into Vasavas and Rathwas. Other tribes include Dhodias, Chaudharys, Gamits and Halapatis.
The tribal parts of the state, called Poorvi Patti (Eastern Belt), constitute 26 of Gujarat's 182 constituencies. Adivasis comprise 14-15 percent (five million) of Gujarat's population. There are 37 tribes in the state. The majority of these are Bhils, who in turn are subdivided into Vasavas and Rathwas. Other tribes include Dhodias, Chaudharys, Gamits and Halapatis.
INDIA: State legitimise a hate propagandist | ummid.com
INDIA: State legitimise a hate propagandist | ummid.com
Often we hear from commentators that Thackerey was unambiguous and spoke what his heart wanted. Yes, that was a great quality but it is also a fact that those who believe in democratic voices and dissent can never speak like the fascists who damn care for anything and are ready to even kill people for dissenting with them. There was no space for dissent in Shiv Sena as party never really believed in democratic values, as its core values were absolutely fanatic and fascist.
Often we hear from commentators that Thackerey was unambiguous and spoke what his heart wanted. Yes, that was a great quality but it is also a fact that those who believe in democratic voices and dissent can never speak like the fascists who damn care for anything and are ready to even kill people for dissenting with them. There was no space for dissent in Shiv Sena as party never really believed in democratic values, as its core values were absolutely fanatic and fascist.
Nearly 71 percent of Indian elders compelled to work: Survey | ummid.com
Nearly 71 percent of Indian elders compelled to work: Survey | ummid.com
The survey, partnered with many other organisations, noted that 71 percent elderly work due to economic necessity and not by choice, and that there is a close link between current work participation and poverty and illiteracy.
The survey, partnered with many other organisations, noted that 71 percent elderly work due to economic necessity and not by choice, and that there is a close link between current work participation and poverty and illiteracy.
Bal Thackeray: Identity Politics to the Fore | ummid.com
Bal Thackeray: Identity Politics to the Fore | ummid.com
The massive turnout as his funeral is being read as that he was the voice of Marathi manoos. True a section of Marathi people adore him, but the larger section of poor peasants, the workers and dalits from Maharashtra know that Thackeray has been no representative of their aspirations.
The massive turnout as his funeral is being read as that he was the voice of Marathi manoos. True a section of Marathi people adore him, but the larger section of poor peasants, the workers and dalits from Maharashtra know that Thackeray has been no representative of their aspirations.
CPI-M blasts Shiv Sena, demands action against Palghar police officials | ummid.com
CPI-M blasts Shiv Sena, demands action against Palghar police officials | ummid.com
Criticising the arrests of two young women for posting anti-Sena remarks, the Communist Party of India-Marxist sought action against police officers who slapped cases against them.
Criticising the arrests of two young women for posting anti-Sena remarks, the Communist Party of India-Marxist sought action against police officers who slapped cases against them.
Action after Katju's reaction: 9 arrested for vandalising Palghar clinic | ummid.com
Action after Katju's reaction: 9 arrested for vandalising Palghar clinic | ummid.com
"Nine people were arrested late Monday night under various sections of the Indian Penal Code for rioting and vandalising... We are looking to make more arrests," said an official from Thane's Palghar police station near Mumbai where the clinic was vandalised.
"Nine people were arrested late Monday night under various sections of the Indian Penal Code for rioting and vandalising... We are looking to make more arrests," said an official from Thane's Palghar police station near Mumbai where the clinic was vandalised.
Monday, November 19, 2012
IBM, Brazil's richest man to be partners in chip factory | ummid.com
IBM, Brazil's richest man to be partners in chip factory | ummid.com
SIX Semiconductores will be the second semiconductor factory in Brazil and the most modern in Latin America, Minas Gerais state Gov. Antonio Anastasia said at the ceremony to launch the project.
SIX Semiconductores will be the second semiconductor factory in Brazil and the most modern in Latin America, Minas Gerais state Gov. Antonio Anastasia said at the ceremony to launch the project.
Bangladesh condemns Israeli 'atrocities' in Gaza | ummid.com
Bangladesh condemns Israeli 'atrocities' in Gaza | ummid.com
The ministry of foreign affairs said Dhaka strongly condemned the Israeli action and "calls for an immediate cessation of its atrocities on the civilian population in Gaza and to ensure a reversal to normality", Xinhua reported.
The ministry of foreign affairs said Dhaka strongly condemned the Israeli action and "calls for an immediate cessation of its atrocities on the civilian population in Gaza and to ensure a reversal to normality", Xinhua reported.
Girls' arrest for questioning Mumbai shutdown: Katju e-mail forces govt. to order probe | ummid.com
Girls' arrest for questioning Mumbai shutdown: Katju e-mail forces govt. to order probe | ummid.com
Katju said if no action was taken he would "deem it that you as chief minister are unable to run the state in a democratic manner as envisaged by the constitution to which you have taken oath, and then the legal consequences will follow".
Katju said if no action was taken he would "deem it that you as chief minister are unable to run the state in a democratic manner as envisaged by the constitution to which you have taken oath, and then the legal consequences will follow".
In Myanmar, Obama calls for end to Rakhine state violence | ummid.com
In Myanmar, Obama calls for end to Rakhine state violence | ummid.com
US President Barack Obama used a historic speech in Myanmar today to urge an end to sectarian unrest in the western state of Rakhine. “There was no excuse for violence against innocent people," he said while delivering a speech at Rangoon University.
US President Barack Obama used a historic speech in Myanmar today to urge an end to sectarian unrest in the western state of Rakhine. “There was no excuse for violence against innocent people," he said while delivering a speech at Rangoon University.
Bhopal Gas survivors to knock on PM’s door on 28th anniversary | ummid.com
Bhopal Gas survivors to knock on PM’s door on 28th anniversary | ummid.com
The organizations said that they would raise issues of adequate compensation for all gas victims, punishment of the corporations and its officials and medical, social and environmental rehabilitation of the survivors in their meeting with the Prime Minister.
The organizations said that they would raise issues of adequate compensation for all gas victims, punishment of the corporations and its officials and medical, social and environmental rehabilitation of the survivors in their meeting with the Prime Minister.
SC slams centre over 2G auction | ummid.com
SC slams centre over 2G auction | ummid.com
The court directed the telecom secretary to file an affidavit as to why there was no total compliance of its Feb 2 order, directing the allocation of spectrum in 2G band by way of auction.
The court directed the telecom secretary to file an affidavit as to why there was no total compliance of its Feb 2 order, directing the allocation of spectrum in 2G band by way of auction.
Education reforms necessary to develop quality system: Narayanasamy | ummid.com
Education reforms necessary to develop quality system: Narayanasamy | ummid.com
The Foreign Educational Institutions (Regulation of Entry and Operations) Bill, which aims to regulate entry and operation of foreign educational institutions in India, is still pending in the parliament.
The Foreign Educational Institutions (Regulation of Entry and Operations) Bill, which aims to regulate entry and operation of foreign educational institutions in India, is still pending in the parliament.
Stampede during Chhath festival in Patna, 18 killed | ummid.com
Stampede during Chhath festival in Patna, 18 killed | ummid.com
"This shocking incident took place after a temporary bridge made of bamboo collapsed due to heavy rush of people, mainly devotees and their family members," a police official said.
"This shocking incident took place after a temporary bridge made of bamboo collapsed due to heavy rush of people, mainly devotees and their family members," a police official said.
Mamata's no-confidence move not useful: Karat | ummid.com
Mamata's no-confidence move not useful: Karat | ummid.com
"There is general consensus among the opposition parties that a no-confidence motion against the UPA will not be useful at this stage as the government has the numbers," the CPI-M general secretary told reporters during an interaction at the Indian Women's Press Corp here.
"There is general consensus among the opposition parties that a no-confidence motion against the UPA will not be useful at this stage as the government has the numbers," the CPI-M general secretary told reporters during an interaction at the Indian Women's Press Corp here.
Congress ridicules Mamata over no-trust move | ummid.com
Congress ridicules Mamata over no-trust move | ummid.com
"This is a peculiar situation that in the history of parliament a 19-member party is talking of a no-confidence motion," Information and Broadcasting Minister Manish Tewari told reporters here.
"This is a peculiar situation that in the history of parliament a 19-member party is talking of a no-confidence motion," Information and Broadcasting Minister Manish Tewari told reporters here.
Man overcomes drug addiction, reclaims $10 mn fortune | ummid.com
Man overcomes drug addiction, reclaims $10 mn fortune | ummid.com
Troubled toff Jamie Blandford, who has had three spells in prison, was cut off from the rest of his family by his father, the 11th Duke of Marlborough, in 1994, The Sun reported.
Troubled toff Jamie Blandford, who has had three spells in prison, was cut off from the rest of his family by his father, the 11th Duke of Marlborough, in 1994, The Sun reported.
Scientists working on thought-controlled cursors | ummid.com
Scientists working on thought-controlled cursors | ummid.com
Despite neurological injury or disease that has severed the pathway between brain and muscle, the region where the signals originate remains intact and functional.
Despite neurological injury or disease that has severed the pathway between brain and muscle, the region where the signals originate remains intact and functional.
Chhath stoves are Muslim women's handiwork | ummid.com
Chhath stoves are Muslim women's handiwork | ummid.com
Shahina Bano, Nurjahan Khatoon, Rukhsana and Tarannum Khatoon have one thing in common: they have been busy making the special 'mitti ka chulha' or earthen stoves used to cook the offering for Chhath puja, a festival of Hindus in Bihar. It matters little that the women are Muslim.
Shahina Bano, Nurjahan Khatoon, Rukhsana and Tarannum Khatoon have one thing in common: they have been busy making the special 'mitti ka chulha' or earthen stoves used to cook the offering for Chhath puja, a festival of Hindus in Bihar. It matters little that the women are Muslim.
Sunita Willams returns from space with new record | ummid.com
Sunita Willams returns from space with new record | ummid.com
Williams, who was commander of Expedition 33 on the International Space Station returned home with two space-going colleagues aboard a Russian Soyuz capsule that landed at 8:56 p.m. Sunday night northeast of Arkalyk in the steppes of Kazakhstan, according to US space agency NASA.
Williams, who was commander of Expedition 33 on the International Space Station returned home with two space-going colleagues aboard a Russian Soyuz capsule that landed at 8:56 p.m. Sunday night northeast of Arkalyk in the steppes of Kazakhstan, according to US space agency NASA.
Israeli aggression continues, Gaza death toll 91 | ummid.com
Israeli aggression continues, Gaza death toll 91 | ummid.com
The victims included Abdullah Abu Khater, 30, and his brother Mahmoud who were killed after their motorbike was hit by an Israeli drone missile in Khan Younis town, said witnesses.
The victims included Abdullah Abu Khater, 30, and his brother Mahmoud who were killed after their motorbike was hit by an Israeli drone missile in Khan Younis town, said witnesses.
India draw first blood in series against England | ummid.com
India draw first blood in series against England | ummid.com
Needing 77 for a win, India raced to the target in 15.3 overs due largely to Virender Sehwag (25) and the first-innings double centurion Cheteshwar Pujara (41 not out), who opened in place of Gautam Gambhir. Gambhir had to return to Delhi following his grandmother's death.
Needing 77 for a win, India raced to the target in 15.3 overs due largely to Virender Sehwag (25) and the first-innings double centurion Cheteshwar Pujara (41 not out), who opened in place of Gautam Gambhir. Gambhir had to return to Delhi following his grandmother's death.
Sunday, November 18, 2012
Thousands protest across France against gay marriage | ummid.com
Thousands protest across France against gay marriage | ummid.com
Some 70,000 people joined the Paris rally on Saturday, police said, though organisers put the figure at 200,000, with more than 30,000 others holding similar protests in towns around the country.
Some 70,000 people joined the Paris rally on Saturday, police said, though organisers put the figure at 200,000, with more than 30,000 others holding similar protests in towns around the country.
Nine members of family killed in Israeli airstrike: Medic | ummid.com
Nine members of family killed in Israeli airstrike: Medic | ummid.com
Hamas Prime Minister Ismail Haniyeh called the airstrike "an ugly massacre". Sixty-four people, over 20 of them children, have been killed in Gaza during Israel's ongoing military campaign, Gaza's health ministry said Sunday.
Hamas Prime Minister Ismail Haniyeh called the airstrike "an ugly massacre". Sixty-four people, over 20 of them children, have been killed in Gaza during Israel's ongoing military campaign, Gaza's health ministry said Sunday.
CPI-M undecided over Trinamool's no-confidence move | ummid.com
CPI-M undecided over Trinamool's no-confidence move | ummid.com
Acharia, however, said the outcome of a no-confidence motion was likely to depend on the stance of the Samajwadi Party (SP) and Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP) - two of the parties supporting the United Progressive Alliance government from outside.
Acharia, however, said the outcome of a no-confidence motion was likely to depend on the stance of the Samajwadi Party (SP) and Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP) - two of the parties supporting the United Progressive Alliance government from outside.
Will it be another unproductive parliament session? | ummid.com
Will it be another unproductive parliament session? | ummid.com
Among the important bills being pushed by Finance Minister P. Chidambaram are amendments to the Insurance Laws Bill to raise the foreign equity cap to 49 percent from 26 percent, the Banking Regulation Amendment Bill and the Direct Taxes Code Bill.
Among the important bills being pushed by Finance Minister P. Chidambaram are amendments to the Insurance Laws Bill to raise the foreign equity cap to 49 percent from 26 percent, the Banking Regulation Amendment Bill and the Direct Taxes Code Bill.
India joins talks to create world's biggest free trade market | ummid.com
India joins talks to create world's biggest free trade market | ummid.com
ASEAN leaders have pledged to create the Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership (RCEP) comprising their 10 member-nations and six partner countries: China, India, Japan, South Korea, Australia and New Zealand.
ASEAN leaders have pledged to create the Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership (RCEP) comprising their 10 member-nations and six partner countries: China, India, Japan, South Korea, Australia and New Zealand.
Aviation growth to touch small cities soon: Ajit Singh | ummid.com
Aviation growth to touch small cities soon: Ajit Singh | ummid.com
According to the minister, even though India's overall economic growth slumped to around seven percent in the past few years, the domestic commercial aviation business continued to log a robust growth of over 15 percent, notwithstanding a dip in the past eight months.
According to the minister, even though India's overall economic growth slumped to around seven percent in the past few years, the domestic commercial aviation business continued to log a robust growth of over 15 percent, notwithstanding a dip in the past eight months.
Bal Thackeray cremated | ummid.com
Bal Thackeray cremated | ummid.com
Thackeray's personal physician Jalil Parkar was present during his last rites all throughout. It was a rare honour for this Muslim doctor who had come to be an important fixture of the Thackeray family. Parkar has been the personal physician of the family since the last four years.
Thackeray's personal physician Jalil Parkar was present during his last rites all throughout. It was a rare honour for this Muslim doctor who had come to be an important fixture of the Thackeray family. Parkar has been the personal physician of the family since the last four years.
Allegations against Walmart being probed: Anand Sharma | ummid.com
Allegations against Walmart being probed: Anand Sharma | ummid.com
Speaking to newspersons accompanying Prime Minister Manmohan Singh to the Asean summit in Phnom Penh, Sharma said he did not want to comment on allegations of violations of the Foreign Exchange Management Act against Walmart.
Speaking to newspersons accompanying Prime Minister Manmohan Singh to the Asean summit in Phnom Penh, Sharma said he did not want to comment on allegations of violations of the Foreign Exchange Management Act against Walmart.
Thackeray shared strong bond with his Muslim physician | ummid.com
Thackeray shared strong bond with his Muslim physician | ummid.com
In 2009, when Thackeray had severe breathing difficulty, it was this doctor, trained in the United States, who came to his aid and over a period of time became a permanent visitor to Matoshri -- the Thackeray residence.
In 2009, when Thackeray had severe breathing difficulty, it was this doctor, trained in the United States, who came to his aid and over a period of time became a permanent visitor to Matoshri -- the Thackeray residence.
BJP's poll poser - how to net Gujarat's Muslim vote | ummid.com
BJP's poll poser - how to net Gujarat's Muslim vote | ummid.com
As Chief Minister Narendra Modi makes a third bid for power, the BJP at the national and state levels acknowledges the importance of getting the Muslim vote. But party leaders are evasive when asked what was being done to woo the Muslim vote.
As Chief Minister Narendra Modi makes a third bid for power, the BJP at the national and state levels acknowledges the importance of getting the Muslim vote. But party leaders are evasive when asked what was being done to woo the Muslim vote.
11 dead in Dhaka slum fire | ummid.com
11 dead in Dhaka slum fire | ummid.com
The blaze, which was doused later, broke out in a slum in the city's Hazaribagh residential area at around 3 a.m., killing 11 people, reported Xinhua quoting Ataur Rahman, a fire service official. The number of injured was yet to be confirmed.
The blaze, which was doused later, broke out in a slum in the city's Hazaribagh residential area at around 3 a.m., killing 11 people, reported Xinhua quoting Ataur Rahman, a fire service official. The number of injured was yet to be confirmed.
Saturday, November 17, 2012
India's first disabled skydiver now heads to Antarctica | ummid.com
India's first disabled skydiver now heads to Antarctica | ummid.com
Sai will become the first Indian with a disability to travel to the icy continent. In his 20s, Sai said he had an extra growth in his spinal cord and a surgery to remove it left him disabled.
Sai will become the first Indian with a disability to travel to the icy continent. In his 20s, Sai said he had an extra growth in his spinal cord and a surgery to remove it left him disabled.
Did Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose end up in Russia? | ummid.com
Did Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose end up in Russia? | ummid.com
In the book, Dhar claims: "Despite there being several reports alluding to Netaji's presence in Russia, the (Indian) government never asked the Soviets to state facts, much less applied diplomatic pressure to extract the truth."
In the book, Dhar claims: "Despite there being several reports alluding to Netaji's presence in Russia, the (Indian) government never asked the Soviets to state facts, much less applied diplomatic pressure to extract the truth."
Arab leaders to visit Gaza Sunday | ummid.com
Arab leaders to visit Gaza Sunday | ummid.com
Arab League secretary-general Nabil Al-Arabi and several Arab foreign ministers will visit the coastal enclave Sunday, the Palestinian National Authority said.
Arab League secretary-general Nabil Al-Arabi and several Arab foreign ministers will visit the coastal enclave Sunday, the Palestinian National Authority said.
Excavation starts at Yasser Arafat's tomb | ummid.com
Excavation starts at Yasser Arafat's tomb | ummid.com
French and Swiss experts are overseeing the work in Arafat's grave in the West Bank city of Ramallah. The investigation aims at verifying whether his death at a French hospital near Paris in 2004 occurred due to poison, Xinhua reported.
French and Swiss experts are overseeing the work in Arafat's grave in the West Bank city of Ramallah. The investigation aims at verifying whether his death at a French hospital near Paris in 2004 occurred due to poison, Xinhua reported.
Hamas headquarters destroyed in Israeli air raids | ummid.com
Hamas headquarters destroyed in Israeli air raids | ummid.com
Witness reports said extensive damage was done to the building, in which Hamas Prime Minister Ismail Haniye received Egypt's Prime Minister Hisham Qandil during a visit Friday.
Witness reports said extensive damage was done to the building, in which Hamas Prime Minister Ismail Haniye received Egypt's Prime Minister Hisham Qandil during a visit Friday.
Pakistan Army wants peace, India should take lead: Musharraf | ummid.com
Pakistan Army wants peace, India should take lead: Musharraf | ummid.com
Pushing for a new beginning in relations with India, Musharraf, who now shuttles between Dubai and London, stressed that resolving the disputes over the Siachen Glacier and Sir Creek marshlands, were "doable" and added that the right niyat (intention) was needed to solve these issues.
Pushing for a new beginning in relations with India, Musharraf, who now shuttles between Dubai and London, stressed that resolving the disputes over the Siachen Glacier and Sir Creek marshlands, were "doable" and added that the right niyat (intention) was needed to solve these issues.
India vs England 1st test day 3: England follow-on, trail India by 219 runs | ummid.com
India vs England 1st test day 3: England follow-on, trail India by 219 runs | ummid.com
England though fought back valiantly in their second and ended the day at 111 for none, but still 219 runs adrift of India's first innings total of 521 for eight declared.
England though fought back valiantly in their second and ended the day at 111 for none, but still 219 runs adrift of India's first innings total of 521 for eight declared.
AGP condemns Congress over Bodoland violence | ummid.com
AGP condemns Congress over Bodoland violence | ummid.com
"The arrest of an executive member of the Bodoland Territorial Council (BTC) Mono Kumar Brahma, who belongs to Bodoland Peoples Front (BPF) - a party partner with the Congress government in Dispur, for possessing illegal arms and ammunition is a clear indication that Congress is involved in the conspiracy behind the violence in the Kokrajhar," Bora said.
"The arrest of an executive member of the Bodoland Territorial Council (BTC) Mono Kumar Brahma, who belongs to Bodoland Peoples Front (BPF) - a party partner with the Congress government in Dispur, for possessing illegal arms and ammunition is a clear indication that Congress is involved in the conspiracy behind the violence in the Kokrajhar," Bora said.
He 'exempted' me from the riots: An encounter with Bal Thackeray | ummid.com
He 'exempted' me from the riots: An encounter with Bal Thackeray | ummid.com
Raikar immediately assured to help out and he in turn called up Matoshri and spoke to Thackeray and his aides. Thackeray asked Raikar my name and caste and Raikar said he is a Dawoodi Bohra apparently, Thackeray shot back, saying Dawoodi Bohras are 'exempted' from the riots!
Raikar immediately assured to help out and he in turn called up Matoshri and spoke to Thackeray and his aides. Thackeray asked Raikar my name and caste and Raikar said he is a Dawoodi Bohra apparently, Thackeray shot back, saying Dawoodi Bohras are 'exempted' from the riots!
People expect a lot from civil servants: President | ummid.com
People expect a lot from civil servants: President | ummid.com
A group of 36 Officers undergoing the 112th Induction Training Programme for State Civil Service Officers, promoted to the IAS, called on President Mukherjee at Rashtrapati Bhavan.
A group of 36 Officers undergoing the 112th Induction Training Programme for State Civil Service Officers, promoted to the IAS, called on President Mukherjee at Rashtrapati Bhavan.
Digvijaya summoned in court over Gadkari's defamation complaint | ummid.com
Digvijaya summoned in court over Gadkari's defamation complaint | ummid.com
Gadkari in his complaint said the Congress leader dragged his name into alleged irregularities in the allocation of coal blocks. The BJP leader recorded his statement in the court that he was "not responsible for any coal block allocation to anybody".
Gadkari in his complaint said the Congress leader dragged his name into alleged irregularities in the allocation of coal blocks. The BJP leader recorded his statement in the court that he was "not responsible for any coal block allocation to anybody".
Over 45 including 40 kids dead in Egypt train-bus collision | ummid.com
Over 45 including 40 kids dead in Egypt train-bus collision | ummid.com
Asyut Governor Yahya Kishk offered his condolences to the families of the victims. He said the government would provide compensation to the injured and the dead. He also ordered an investigation.
Asyut Governor Yahya Kishk offered his condolences to the families of the victims. He said the government would provide compensation to the injured and the dead. He also ordered an investigation.
Pakistani people want peaceful relation with India: Nitish | ummid.com
Pakistani people want peaceful relation with India: Nitish | ummid.com
The chief minister said he urged India and Pakistan to put up a joint fight against poverty and hunger in his address at the Government College University in Lahore.
The chief minister said he urged India and Pakistan to put up a joint fight against poverty and hunger in his address at the Government College University in Lahore.
Trinamool to bring no-trust motion against government | ummid.com
Trinamool to bring no-trust motion against government | ummid.com
Trinamool Congress chief and West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee Saturday said her party will bring a no-confidence motion against the Congress-led "minority" UPA government in the winter session of parliament.
Trinamool Congress chief and West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee Saturday said her party will bring a no-confidence motion against the Congress-led "minority" UPA government in the winter session of parliament.
Shiv Sena chief Bal Thackeray is dead | ummid.com
Shiv Sena chief Bal Thackeray is dead | ummid.com
His supporters massed outside his residence as his death was announced at 4.55 p.m. to a shocked Maharashtra, whose political stage he dominated for over four decades with his hard, rightwing political views that often rocked the entire nation.
His supporters massed outside his residence as his death was announced at 4.55 p.m. to a shocked Maharashtra, whose political stage he dominated for over four decades with his hard, rightwing political views that often rocked the entire nation.
Thackeray's parochial brand of politics | ummid.com
Thackeray's parochial brand of politics | ummid.com
What this obsessive parochialism, which has been accepted as a creed by Balasaheb's son Uddhav and nephew Raj, means is that Thackeray has never acquired the kind of political respectability which other provincial leaders like the DMK's M. Karunanidhi or the AIADMK's J. Jayalalitha have secured, enabling them to forge alliances with pan-Indian parties.
What this obsessive parochialism, which has been accepted as a creed by Balasaheb's son Uddhav and nephew Raj, means is that Thackeray has never acquired the kind of political respectability which other provincial leaders like the DMK's M. Karunanidhi or the AIADMK's J. Jayalalitha have secured, enabling them to forge alliances with pan-Indian parties.
Four killed in fresh Assam violene, death toll 11 | ummid.com
Four killed in fresh Assam violene, death toll 11 | ummid.com
"A group of armed men sprayed bullets at the house of one Abbas Ali around 11 pm Friday, killing four people on the spot. Another minor boy received bullet injuries on his hand," said the police.
"A group of armed men sprayed bullets at the house of one Abbas Ali around 11 pm Friday, killing four people on the spot. Another minor boy received bullet injuries on his hand," said the police.
Friday, November 16, 2012
Chemical laced Mehndi may cause serious side effects, say doctors | ummid.com
Chemical laced Mehndi may cause serious side effects, say doctors | ummid.com
Skin infections due to mehndi cause swelling, itching and redness. Batra said that as soon as people notice such symptoms, they should visit a doctor to avoid any serious consequences. He added that mehndi agents do not use plain henna but add harsh chemicals to make it darker.
Skin infections due to mehndi cause swelling, itching and redness. Batra said that as soon as people notice such symptoms, they should visit a doctor to avoid any serious consequences. He added that mehndi agents do not use plain henna but add harsh chemicals to make it darker.
Israel intensifies Gaza airstrikes; Morsi warns of consequences | ummid.com
Israel intensifies Gaza airstrikes; Morsi warns of consequences | ummid.com
Palestinians retaliate with rockets; some reach Jerusalem, Tel Aviv
Even as the Egyptian President, Mohamed Morsi, warned Israel against the continuation of its military operation in Gaza, saying it will have to pay "a heavy price", Israel Friday intensified its air strikes on targets in the Gaza Strip taking the death toll to 30.
Palestinians retaliate with rockets; some reach Jerusalem, Tel Aviv
Even as the Egyptian President, Mohamed Morsi, warned Israel against the continuation of its military operation in Gaza, saying it will have to pay "a heavy price", Israel Friday intensified its air strikes on targets in the Gaza Strip taking the death toll to 30.
Old Hyderabad tense after fresh violence | ummid.com
Old Hyderabad tense after fresh violence | ummid.com
Member of Parliament from Hyderabad and Majlis-e-Ittehadul Muslimeen (MIM) president Asaduddin Owaisi, who visited Mecca Masjid in the evening, blamed Chief Minister Kiran Kumar Reddy for the violence. He accused police of committing excesses and demanded immediate release of innocent Muslim youths.
http://ummid.com/news/2012/November/17.11.2012/hyderabad_tense.htm
Member of Parliament from Hyderabad and Majlis-e-Ittehadul Muslimeen (MIM) president Asaduddin Owaisi, who visited Mecca Masjid in the evening, blamed Chief Minister Kiran Kumar Reddy for the violence. He accused police of committing excesses and demanded immediate release of innocent Muslim youths.
http://ummid.com/news/2012/November/17.11.2012/hyderabad_tense.htm
India/England 1st test day 2: Pujara smashes double century; England 41/3, trail by 480 | ummid.com
India/England 1st test day 2: Pujara smashes double century; England 41/3, trail by 480 | ummid.com
Cheteshwar Pujara smashed his maiden double century to enable India declare at 521 for eight and by the close of play on the second day of the first cricket Test England lost three wickets for 41 runs at the Sardar Patel Stadium here Friday.
Cheteshwar Pujara smashed his maiden double century to enable India declare at 521 for eight and by the close of play on the second day of the first cricket Test England lost three wickets for 41 runs at the Sardar Patel Stadium here Friday.
2G auction results not surprising: Frost & Sullivan | ummid.com
2G auction results not surprising: Frost & Sullivan | ummid.com
Referring to the union government's plan to hold another round of auctioning for the leading circles that were not picked, Chauhan said: "The probability of garnering significant revenues looks a bit low amidst current circumstances."
Referring to the union government's plan to hold another round of auctioning for the leading circles that were not picked, Chauhan said: "The probability of garnering significant revenues looks a bit low amidst current circumstances."
Delhi gurdwara clash: Badal urges PM to intervene | ummid.com
Delhi gurdwara clash: Badal urges PM to intervene | ummid.com
In a letter to the prime minister, Badal urged him to ensure that elections to the Delhi Sikh Gurdwara Management Committee (DSGMC) are held in accordance with the letter and spirit of directions earlier issued by the Supreme Court.
In a letter to the prime minister, Badal urged him to ensure that elections to the Delhi Sikh Gurdwara Management Committee (DSGMC) are held in accordance with the letter and spirit of directions earlier issued by the Supreme Court.
Is Mulayam gearing up to 'divorce' UPA? | ummid.com
Is Mulayam gearing up to 'divorce' UPA? | ummid.com
What also set the cat among the pigeons is Ram Gopal's statement that he did not rule out fielding candidates against Congress president Sonia Gandhi and her son Rahul Gandhi, both MPs from Uttar Pradesh.
What also set the cat among the pigeons is Ram Gopal's statement that he did not rule out fielding candidates against Congress president Sonia Gandhi and her son Rahul Gandhi, both MPs from Uttar Pradesh.
Dhaka tops list of cities facing highest climate change risk | ummid.com
Dhaka tops list of cities facing highest climate change risk | ummid.com
A further 19 cities were classed as facing "high risk". These include Lagos, Nigeria (10); Johannesburg, South Africa (13); Rio de Janeiro, Brazil (21); Hong Kong (14), Guangzhou (18), Shenzhen (19), Wuhan (23) and Shanghai in China (24).
A further 19 cities were classed as facing "high risk". These include Lagos, Nigeria (10); Johannesburg, South Africa (13); Rio de Janeiro, Brazil (21); Hong Kong (14), Guangzhou (18), Shenzhen (19), Wuhan (23) and Shanghai in China (24).
Jayalalithaa urges PM to 'correct' textbook | ummid.com
Jayalalithaa urges PM to 'correct' textbook | ummid.com
In a narrative compressed into five paragraphs, the textbook also holds that the Nadar women, like the Shanar caste women, only gained the right to cover their torsos after a prolonged struggle. These are references that the Tamil Nadu chief minister has taken umbrage to.
In a narrative compressed into five paragraphs, the textbook also holds that the Nadar women, like the Shanar caste women, only gained the right to cover their torsos after a prolonged struggle. These are references that the Tamil Nadu chief minister has taken umbrage to.
Left to seek debate, voting on FDI in retail | ummid.com
Left to seek debate, voting on FDI in retail | ummid.com
"We want the session to function, we want that this should not be a repeat of last session which was washed out," he said adding that the washout was due to a "match fixing" between ruling Congress and main opposition Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP).
"We want the session to function, we want that this should not be a repeat of last session which was washed out," he said adding that the washout was due to a "match fixing" between ruling Congress and main opposition Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP).
Violence breaks out in old Hyderabad again | ummid.com
Violence breaks out in old Hyderabad again | ummid.com
Trouble broke out soon after Friday prayers at the historic Mecca Masjid when a large number of people coming out of the mosque tried to proceed towards Charminar to offer 'salam' at a religious symbol abutting the monument.
Trouble broke out soon after Friday prayers at the historic Mecca Masjid when a large number of people coming out of the mosque tried to proceed towards Charminar to offer 'salam' at a religious symbol abutting the monument.
Samajwadi Party names 55 candidates for Lok Sabha polls | ummid.com
Samajwadi Party names 55 candidates for Lok Sabha polls | ummid.com
Party general secretary Ram Gopal Yadav announced 55 candidates for the 80 Lok Sabha seats from Uttar Pradesh at the party headquarters in the state. While SP chief Mulayam Singh Yadav will again contest from Mainpuri, 16 other MPs have been repeated.
Party general secretary Ram Gopal Yadav announced 55 candidates for the 80 Lok Sabha seats from Uttar Pradesh at the party headquarters in the state. While SP chief Mulayam Singh Yadav will again contest from Mainpuri, 16 other MPs have been repeated.
Ami Bera repeats history to enter US Congress | ummid.com
Ami Bera repeats history to enter US Congress | ummid.com
Democrat Bera's victory Thursday over sitting Republican Dan Lungren nine days after the election makes the son of Indian immigrants just the third Indian American elected to the House of Representatives, after Saund in 1952 and Louisiana Governor Bobby Jindal, who won a House seat in 2004.
Democrat Bera's victory Thursday over sitting Republican Dan Lungren nine days after the election makes the son of Indian immigrants just the third Indian American elected to the House of Representatives, after Saund in 1952 and Louisiana Governor Bobby Jindal, who won a House seat in 2004.
Thursday, November 15, 2012
A huge international tragedy, says Suu Kyi about Rohingya massacre | ummid.com
A huge international tragedy, says Suu Kyi about Rohingya massacre | ummid.com
Suu Kyi, on a visit to neighboring India, said she had declined to speak out on behalf of stateless Rohingya Muslims who live on both sides of the border because she wanted to promote reconciliation after recent bloodshed.
Suu Kyi, on a visit to neighboring India, said she had declined to speak out on behalf of stateless Rohingya Muslims who live on both sides of the border because she wanted to promote reconciliation after recent bloodshed.
We're getting stupid: Here's proof | ummid.com
We're getting stupid: Here's proof | ummid.com
Also a few days ago, a famous UK store called Debenhams revealed that customers couldn't understand modern coffee terms. So they changed "venti cappuccino" to "Big Frothy Coffee", and "cafe latte" to "Very Very Milky Coffee" and so on. Presumably staff will tell buyers: "After buying, insert into mouth."
Also a few days ago, a famous UK store called Debenhams revealed that customers couldn't understand modern coffee terms. So they changed "venti cappuccino" to "Big Frothy Coffee", and "cafe latte" to "Very Very Milky Coffee" and so on. Presumably staff will tell buyers: "After buying, insert into mouth."
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