Modi wants Japanese language teaching in Indian schools | ummid.com
While stressing on building language ties between the two nations, Prime Minister Narendra Modi Monday called on Japanese teachers to impart their language skills to Indian learners.
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Sunday, August 31, 2014
Shoe worker battered to death in Agra | ummid.com
Shoe worker battered to death in Agra | ummid.com
Suraj succumbed to the injuries after he was severely assaulted by criminals and history sheeters in Transport Nagar Sunday.
Suraj succumbed to the injuries after he was severely assaulted by criminals and history sheeters in Transport Nagar Sunday.
2014 UPSC Preliminary Exam results to be declared soon | ummid.com
2014 UPSC Preliminary Exam results to be declared soon | ummid.com
Though no official date has been announced by the examination authorities so far, sources revealed that the results of the civil services examination conducted by the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) will be declared soon.
Though no official date has been announced by the examination authorities so far, sources revealed that the results of the civil services examination conducted by the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) will be declared soon.
Israel announces West Bank land as state | ummid.com
Israel announces West Bank land as state | ummid.com
There is currently a settlement in the area of Gva'ot, near Gush Ezion in the West Bank, which is built without proper permits. While, with the announcement, the settlement will be turned into part of Israeli lands.
There is currently a settlement in the area of Gva'ot, near Gush Ezion in the West Bank, which is built without proper permits. While, with the announcement, the settlement will be turned into part of Israeli lands.
Saturday, August 30, 2014
Imran, Tahirul Qadri protests in Pakistan turn violent; Eight killed, 100 injured | ummid.com
Imran, Tahirul Qadri protests in Pakistan turn violent; Eight killed, 100 injured | ummid.com
The Pakistan Awami Tehrik (PAT) chief Tahir ul Qadri, the co-organiser of the protest, said his party's seven workers were killed and 75 others injured, while Imaran Khan, chairman of the Pakistan Tehrik-i-Insaf (PTI), said one of his workers was killed in clashes, Xinhua reported.
The Pakistan Awami Tehrik (PAT) chief Tahir ul Qadri, the co-organiser of the protest, said his party's seven workers were killed and 75 others injured, while Imaran Khan, chairman of the Pakistan Tehrik-i-Insaf (PTI), said one of his workers was killed in clashes, Xinhua reported.
Tight jeans saved my friend from rape: Dubai sex attack victim | ummid.com
Tight jeans saved my friend from rape: Dubai sex attack victim | ummid.com
A victim of a rape case involving three men, has told the Dubai Criminal Court that the tight jeans her friend was wearing saved her, but she was subjected to a sexual attack, local media reported Saturday.
A victim of a rape case involving three men, has told the Dubai Criminal Court that the tight jeans her friend was wearing saved her, but she was subjected to a sexual attack, local media reported Saturday.
Japan, India may launch security consultative framework | ummid.com
Japan, India may launch security consultative framework | ummid.com
Prime Minister Narendra Modi started a five-day official visit to Japan Saturday as the two governments seek to strengthen security ties in the face of China's rising territorial ambitions and military build up.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi started a five-day official visit to Japan Saturday as the two governments seek to strengthen security ties in the face of China's rising territorial ambitions and military build up.
Modi, Abe strike chord, India hopes ties reach full potential | ummid.com
Modi, Abe strike chord, India hopes ties reach full potential | ummid.com
Modi, who reached Kyoto Saturday at the beginning of his five-day visit to Japan, was accorded a warm welcome with the two prime ministers warmly hugging each other in a reflection of the warmth of their personal bonding.
Modi, who reached Kyoto Saturday at the beginning of his five-day visit to Japan, was accorded a warm welcome with the two prime ministers warmly hugging each other in a reflection of the warmth of their personal bonding.
Petrol cut by Rs.1.51 a litre, diesel hiked 50 paise | ummid.com
Petrol cut by Rs.1.51 a litre, diesel hiked 50 paise | ummid.com
Further, with effect from Monday, the sale price for domestic non-subsidised cooking gas cylinder will reduce by Rs.19 for a 14.2 kg cylinder, while for commercial cylinders of 19 kg, the cut will be Rs.32.50 in Delhi.
Further, with effect from Monday, the sale price for domestic non-subsidised cooking gas cylinder will reduce by Rs.19 for a 14.2 kg cylinder, while for commercial cylinders of 19 kg, the cut will be Rs.32.50 in Delhi.
Cases against Ram Gopal Varma for tweets on Hindu diety Ganesh | ummid.com
Cases against Ram Gopal Varma for tweets on Hindu diety Ganesh | ummid.com
Political and social activists Saturday filed police complaints against Bollywood filmmaker Ram Gopal Varma for his series of objectionable tweets on Hindu diety Ganesh, officials said.
Political and social activists Saturday filed police complaints against Bollywood filmmaker Ram Gopal Varma for his series of objectionable tweets on Hindu diety Ganesh, officials said.
Students boycott classes in over 70 Haryana colleges | ummid.com
Students boycott classes in over 70 Haryana colleges | ummid.com
"Our demands are: Safety for girl students in and outside the college premises, restoration of student union elections and change in the academic semester system," Satiah Judola, ABVP department coordinator told IANS.
"Our demands are: Safety for girl students in and outside the college premises, restoration of student union elections and change in the academic semester system," Satiah Judola, ABVP department coordinator told IANS.
Water ATMs bring smiles to faces of Rajasthan villagers | ummid.com
Water ATMs bring smiles to faces of Rajasthan villagers | ummid.com
"The project is a good example of a PPP model, where Cairn India has partnered with the Rajasthan government's Public Health Engineering Department (PHED), Tata Projects and the respective village panchayats to provide potable drinking water at the doorsteps of the local community," Cairn India CSR head Nilesh Jain told IANS.
"The project is a good example of a PPP model, where Cairn India has partnered with the Rajasthan government's Public Health Engineering Department (PHED), Tata Projects and the respective village panchayats to provide potable drinking water at the doorsteps of the local community," Cairn India CSR head Nilesh Jain told IANS.
Can't hold posts in religious groups, Kerala employees told | ummid.com
Can't hold posts in religious groups, Kerala employees told | ummid.com
The new order said a government servant shall within one month of his assuming charge as an office bearer of any scientific, literary or charitable society or of such trusts or organisation, inform the government.
The new order said a government servant shall within one month of his assuming charge as an office bearer of any scientific, literary or charitable society or of such trusts or organisation, inform the government.
JNU students union election to be held Sep 12 | ummid.com
JNU students union election to be held Sep 12 | ummid.com
The candidates will have to fill their nomination papers by Tuesday and the poll campaign will start from Wednesday, one of the members of the election body told IANS here.
The candidates will have to fill their nomination papers by Tuesday and the poll campaign will start from Wednesday, one of the members of the election body told IANS here.
'Love-Jihad being used to create disharmony' | ummid.com
'Love-Jihad being used to create disharmony' | ummid.com
Men and women from both the Hindu and Muslim communities have been marrying one another after falling in love for a long time, said Jasim Mohammed, member of the Forum of Muslim Studies and Analysis (FMSA).
Men and women from both the Hindu and Muslim communities have been marrying one another after falling in love for a long time, said Jasim Mohammed, member of the Forum of Muslim Studies and Analysis (FMSA).
BJP's Manoj Tiwari offered Vishwas Delhi CM post: AAP leader | ummid.com
BJP's Manoj Tiwari offered Vishwas Delhi CM post: AAP leader | ummid.com
"I have become the centre of AAP leaders' accusations since I won election from Delhi. Earlier, they used to tell people I am a celebrity and won't work for them and now this. If Sanjay Singh is taking my name, then it is a personal attack on me," Tiwari told a news channel.
"I have become the centre of AAP leaders' accusations since I won election from Delhi. Earlier, they used to tell people I am a celebrity and won't work for them and now this. If Sanjay Singh is taking my name, then it is a personal attack on me," Tiwari told a news channel.
Friday, August 29, 2014
Terrorism a diplomatic asset: Fair is foul, foul is fair | ummid.com
Terrorism a diplomatic asset: Fair is foul, foul is fair | ummid.com
Later that year, former Secretary of State, Madeleine Albright spoke on US foreign policy at New Delhi’s India International Centre. During Q and A, I cited Peck as an outstanding example of the liberal American conscience. Albright was not impressed. She mounted an effective endorsement of Ford.
Later that year, former Secretary of State, Madeleine Albright spoke on US foreign policy at New Delhi’s India International Centre. During Q and A, I cited Peck as an outstanding example of the liberal American conscience. Albright was not impressed. She mounted an effective endorsement of Ford.
Husband deserts teacher wife for attending Independence Day | ummid.com
Husband deserts teacher wife for attending Independence Day | ummid.com
Nazia Khatoon, a teacher in a government-run middle school in Begusarai, about 125 km from here, was driven out of the house along with her two minor sons by her husband Umar Khan, a police official posted in Chatra district in neighbouring Jharkhand.
Nazia Khatoon, a teacher in a government-run middle school in Begusarai, about 125 km from here, was driven out of the house along with her two minor sons by her husband Umar Khan, a police official posted in Chatra district in neighbouring Jharkhand.
Philippines mulls an 'anti-selfie' bill | ummid.com
Philippines mulls an 'anti-selfie' bill | ummid.com
House Bill 4807 or the "Protection against Personal Intrusion Act" defines "intrusion of personal privacy" as "any person who willfully intrudes into the personal privacy of another, without the consent of that person and with the intent to gain or profit therefrom, shall be civilly liable to the offended party".
House Bill 4807 or the "Protection against Personal Intrusion Act" defines "intrusion of personal privacy" as "any person who willfully intrudes into the personal privacy of another, without the consent of that person and with the intent to gain or profit therefrom, shall be civilly liable to the offended party".
Modi government selling off Indian assets: Mamata | ummid.com
Modi government selling off Indian assets: Mamata | ummid.com
Accusing the Narendra Modi led BJP government of selling out the country's assets by embracing FDI across sectors, West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee Friday warned that such policies would put Indian economy in grave crisis.
Accusing the Narendra Modi led BJP government of selling out the country's assets by embracing FDI across sectors, West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee Friday warned that such policies would put Indian economy in grave crisis.
Koi lauta de mere beete huye din, CPI-M reacts on Modi's 100 days | ummid.com
Koi lauta de mere beete huye din, CPI-M reacts on Modi's 100 days | ummid.com
"Koi lauta de mere beete huye din," this famous song of Kishore Kumar is being hummed on the streets by the people today after 100 days of Modi government, senior CPI(M) leader Sitaram Yechury said.
"Koi lauta de mere beete huye din," this famous song of Kishore Kumar is being hummed on the streets by the people today after 100 days of Modi government, senior CPI(M) leader Sitaram Yechury said.
In signs of revival, Indian economy expands 5.7 percent | ummid.com
In signs of revival, Indian economy expands 5.7 percent | ummid.com
The 5.7 percent growth in April-June quarter is also the highest since the 6 percent increase logged during October-December quarter of 2011-12, as per data compiled by the Central Statistics Office (CSO).
The 5.7 percent growth in April-June quarter is also the highest since the 6 percent increase logged during October-December quarter of 2011-12, as per data compiled by the Central Statistics Office (CSO).
Maithreyi Gowda rape case: Railway minister's son summoned for questioning | ummid.com
Maithreyi Gowda rape case: Railway minister's son summoned for questioning | ummid.com
"We have sent notice to Karthik's house in the city, asking him to appear before our investigation team soon in connection with the case booked against him under section 376 (rape) and 420 (cheating) of the Indian Penal Code (IPC)," a police official told IANS here.
"We have sent notice to Karthik's house in the city, asking him to appear before our investigation team soon in connection with the case booked against him under section 376 (rape) and 420 (cheating) of the Indian Penal Code (IPC)," a police official told IANS here.
Student loses vision in right eye after beating by teacher | ummid.com
Student loses vision in right eye after beating by teacher | ummid.com
Suddenly, Hindi teacher Virendra Nagar entered the class and asked him what he was doing. She said that Krishna innocently replied that he was completing his mathematics work since the Hindi teacher was not in class.
Suddenly, Hindi teacher Virendra Nagar entered the class and asked him what he was doing. She said that Krishna innocently replied that he was completing his mathematics work since the Hindi teacher was not in class.
Najma Heptullah lands in Hindi vs Hindu row | ummid.com
Najma Heptullah lands in Hindi vs Hindu row | ummid.com
Union Minority Affairs Minister Najma Hepatullah Friday clarified that she used the word 'Hindi' to describe all citizens of the country and not 'Hindu' that a media report quoted her as saying.
Union Minority Affairs Minister Najma Hepatullah Friday clarified that she used the word 'Hindi' to describe all citizens of the country and not 'Hindu' that a media report quoted her as saying.
Brazil's women-only town seeks eligible men but on its own terms | ummid.com
Brazil's women-only town seeks eligible men but on its own terms | ummid.com
Although some women are married with families, their husbands are made to work far away from home and allowed to return only on weekends, the report adds. And sons are also sent away when they turn 18 years.
Although some women are married with families, their husbands are made to work far away from home and allowed to return only on weekends, the report adds. And sons are also sent away when they turn 18 years.
Pakistan expo in Mumbai cancelled due to tension at LoC | ummid.com
Pakistan expo in Mumbai cancelled due to tension at LoC | ummid.com
In a terse statement, the organizers said: "We would like to inform you that due to the ongoing tension situation at the Line of Control (LOC) and on the advice from our partners 'World Trade Centre', we have 'postponed' the 2nd edition of MIPEM 2014.
In a terse statement, the organizers said: "We would like to inform you that due to the ongoing tension situation at the Line of Control (LOC) and on the advice from our partners 'World Trade Centre', we have 'postponed' the 2nd edition of MIPEM 2014.
Indians arrested in Kuwait to get consular assistance: Centre | ummid.com
Indians arrested in Kuwait to get consular assistance: Centre | ummid.com
"India's mission has taken up problems with the Kuwaiti authorities. Will provide necessary consular assistance (to those arrested). All need to abide by local laws," the ministry's spokesman Syed Akbaruddin said in a tweet.
"India's mission has taken up problems with the Kuwaiti authorities. Will provide necessary consular assistance (to those arrested). All need to abide by local laws," the ministry's spokesman Syed Akbaruddin said in a tweet.
Who is Imam Al-Bukhari? | ummid.com
Who is Imam Al-Bukhari? | ummid.com
Al-Bukhari sensed a need for compiling a book, which would encompass all of the authentic Hadith because up until his time, there was no such complete book. Some books on hadith contained a mix of authentic and weak Hadith, and most books contained some but not all of the authentic Hadith.
Al-Bukhari sensed a need for compiling a book, which would encompass all of the authentic Hadith because up until his time, there was no such complete book. Some books on hadith contained a mix of authentic and weak Hadith, and most books contained some but not all of the authentic Hadith.
Proposal date for Navi Mumbai airport extended | ummid.com
Proposal date for Navi Mumbai airport extended | ummid.com
The RFP, floated in February this year, was amended by the project management committee comprising officials of the central and state governments. The RFP outlines the bidding process and contract terms.
The RFP, floated in February this year, was amended by the project management committee comprising officials of the central and state governments. The RFP outlines the bidding process and contract terms.
Tom Alter performs play on Sahir Ludhianvi for school kids | ummid.com
Tom Alter performs play on Sahir Ludhianvi for school kids | ummid.com
Tom took to the stage at Genesis Global School, a day-cum-residential education facility, to expose and inspire students to theatre and appreciation of Urdu poetry. He is a member of the advisory board of the school.
Tom took to the stage at Genesis Global School, a day-cum-residential education facility, to expose and inspire students to theatre and appreciation of Urdu poetry. He is a member of the advisory board of the school.
Modi's 100 days: Has the 'acche din' hype boomeranged? | ummid.com
Modi's 100 days: Has the 'acche din' hype boomeranged? | ummid.com
The sombre mood was not quite what he might have expected at the start of his tenure. The prime minister and his party were then on a roll, having achieved what they could not have imagined in their wildest dreams before the general election - an absolute majority in the Lok Sabha.
The sombre mood was not quite what he might have expected at the start of his tenure. The prime minister and his party were then on a roll, having achieved what they could not have imagined in their wildest dreams before the general election - an absolute majority in the Lok Sabha.
Thursday, August 28, 2014
Former American footballer O.J. Simpson set to revert to Islam | ummid.com
Former American footballer O.J. Simpson set to revert to Islam | ummid.com
Former American footballer, broadcaster, and movie star O.J Simpson, who is currently locked up in a Nevada prison since 2008 has turned to religion and is embracing Islam with plans to become a Muslim.
Former American footballer, broadcaster, and movie star O.J Simpson, who is currently locked up in a Nevada prison since 2008 has turned to religion and is embracing Islam with plans to become a Muslim.
Trainee IPS officer drowns in swimming pool at Hyderabad police academy | ummid.com
Trainee IPS officer drowns in swimming pool at Hyderabad police academy | ummid.com
Manu Mukt Manav, a trainee Indian Police Service (IPS) officer belonging to Haryana, drowned in the swimming pool during a party of trainee officers in the academy campus at Shivrampally.
Manu Mukt Manav, a trainee Indian Police Service (IPS) officer belonging to Haryana, drowned in the swimming pool during a party of trainee officers in the academy campus at Shivrampally.
World's longest garland honours India's Hindu spiritual guru in US | ummid.com
World's longest garland honours India's Hindu spiritual guru in US | ummid.com
Over 200 meditation students of Sri Chinmoy from 35 countries, including India, have set a new Guinness world record for the World's longest fresh flower garland to honour the India's Hindu spiritual leader.
Over 200 meditation students of Sri Chinmoy from 35 countries, including India, have set a new Guinness world record for the World's longest fresh flower garland to honour the India's Hindu spiritual leader.
286 candidates qualify Bihar PSC Judicial Service (Mains) exam | ummid.com
286 candidates qualify Bihar PSC Judicial Service (Mains) exam | ummid.com
Out of the total of 1,051 candidates who were selected to appear for the Judicial Services (Mains) examination, only 286 candidates have qualified the interview. The cutoff and merit list will be announced shortly.
Out of the total of 1,051 candidates who were selected to appear for the Judicial Services (Mains) examination, only 286 candidates have qualified the interview. The cutoff and merit list will be announced shortly.
Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu under fire over Gaza war | ummid.com
Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu under fire over Gaza war | ummid.com
Jerusalem: Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu faced strong criticism over engaging in a costly conflict with Palestinian fighters from which no clear victor had emerged, as an open-ended ceasefire was agreed on Wednesday.
Jerusalem: Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu faced strong criticism over engaging in a costly conflict with Palestinian fighters from which no clear victor had emerged, as an open-ended ceasefire was agreed on Wednesday.
Swami Aseemanand granted bail in Samjhauta blast case | ummid.com
Swami Aseemanand granted bail in Samjhauta blast case | ummid.com
Aseemanand was charged for his role in the Samjhauta Express link train blast Feb 18, 2007 at Diwana village near the industrial town of Panipat, 160 km from here, in Haryana.
Aseemanand was charged for his role in the Samjhauta Express link train blast Feb 18, 2007 at Diwana village near the industrial town of Panipat, 160 km from here, in Haryana.
4,000 Gaza fishermen go fishing in previously restricted areas | ummid.com
4,000 Gaza fishermen go fishing in previously restricted areas | ummid.com
Israel allowed fishermen to go fishing in an area of six miles, which will be nine miles by next week and will increase to 12 miles within next months according to the agreement reached in Egypt Tuesday.
Israel allowed fishermen to go fishing in an area of six miles, which will be nine miles by next week and will increase to 12 miles within next months according to the agreement reached in Egypt Tuesday.
With heavy investment, Maharashtra set to become global auto-hub | ummid.com
With heavy investment, Maharashtra set to become global auto-hub | ummid.com
The state government Thursday signed agreements with Tata Motors and Mahindra & Mahindra for investments of Rs.4,000 crore each, with Bajaj Auto for Rs.2,000 crore and Volkswagen for Rs.1,510 crore.
The state government Thursday signed agreements with Tata Motors and Mahindra & Mahindra for investments of Rs.4,000 crore each, with Bajaj Auto for Rs.2,000 crore and Volkswagen for Rs.1,510 crore.
With heavy investment, Maharashtra set to become global auto-hub | ummid.com
With heavy investment, Maharashtra set to become global auto-hub | ummid.com
The state government Thursday signed agreements with Tata Motors and Mahindra & Mahindra for investments of Rs.4,000 crore each, with Bajaj Auto for Rs.2,000 crore and Volkswagen for Rs.1,510 crore.
The state government Thursday signed agreements with Tata Motors and Mahindra & Mahindra for investments of Rs.4,000 crore each, with Bajaj Auto for Rs.2,000 crore and Volkswagen for Rs.1,510 crore.
Mamata Banerjee tears into 'arrogant, divisive' BJP | ummid.com
Mamata Banerjee tears into 'arrogant, divisive' BJP | ummid.com
"Some people think they can win over India with money power. BJP got only 29 percent votes. It was not a mandate. My advice to BJP is to shed its arrogance," Banerjee said at a rally of the Trinamool Congress Chhattra Parishad here.
"Some people think they can win over India with money power. BJP got only 29 percent votes. It was not a mandate. My advice to BJP is to shed its arrogance," Banerjee said at a rally of the Trinamool Congress Chhattra Parishad here.
Political crisis continues in Pakistan despite FIR against PM | ummid.com
Political crisis continues in Pakistan despite FIR against PM | ummid.com
PAT leader Qadri, who is protesting in Islamabad in a sit-in with his supporters, Thursday rejected the FIR filed against 21 people, including the prime minister and his brother and Punjab chief minister, saying the case had not been registered under sections of anti-terrorism act, Geo News reported.
PAT leader Qadri, who is protesting in Islamabad in a sit-in with his supporters, Thursday rejected the FIR filed against 21 people, including the prime minister and his brother and Punjab chief minister, saying the case had not been registered under sections of anti-terrorism act, Geo News reported.
Haryana Janhit Congress accuses BJP of betrayal, snaps alliance | ummid.com
Haryana Janhit Congress accuses BJP of betrayal, snaps alliance | ummid.com
"The BJP continued to betray me constantly. We tried to keep the alliance but (failed). We hoped they (the BJP) will change but they did not. We are pulling out of this alliance," Bishnoi, son of former chief minister and non-Jat strongman Bhajan Lal, said here.
"The BJP continued to betray me constantly. We tried to keep the alliance but (failed). We hoped they (the BJP) will change but they did not. We are pulling out of this alliance," Bishnoi, son of former chief minister and non-Jat strongman Bhajan Lal, said here.
Haj 2014 season begins with arrival of pilgrims from India, Bangladesh & Malaysia | ummid.com
Haj 2014 season begins with arrival of pilgrims from India, Bangladesh & Malaysia | ummid.com
Air India flight AI 5001 landed nearly four hours behind schedule. Senior officials from the Ministry of Haj, the General Authority of Civil Aviation and the Madinah airport were also present to welcome the pilgrims.
Air India flight AI 5001 landed nearly four hours behind schedule. Senior officials from the Ministry of Haj, the General Authority of Civil Aviation and the Madinah airport were also present to welcome the pilgrims.
Turkish Cargo launches freighter service on Hyderabad-Istanbul route | ummid.com
Turkish Cargo launches freighter service on Hyderabad-Istanbul route | ummid.com
This will connect Hyderabad and its catchment area to 260 destinations in Europe, North and Latin America, Africa & CIS (Commonwealth of Independent States) countries through the airline's global super hub located in Istanbul, said a statement by GMR Hyderabad International Airport Limited (GHIAL), which operates RGIA.
This will connect Hyderabad and its catchment area to 260 destinations in Europe, North and Latin America, Africa & CIS (Commonwealth of Independent States) countries through the airline's global super hub located in Istanbul, said a statement by GMR Hyderabad International Airport Limited (GHIAL), which operates RGIA.
Rapes will happen so long as Earth exists: Trinamool legislatorul route | ummid.com
Rapes will happen so long as Earth exists: Trinamool legislatorul route | ummid.com
The comments by Dipak Kumar Halder, Trinamool legislator from West Bengal's Diamond Harbour, has created an outrage, with people demanding his suspension from the party and the assembly.
The comments by Dipak Kumar Halder, Trinamool legislator from West Bengal's Diamond Harbour, has created an outrage, with people demanding his suspension from the party and the assembly.
'Pradhan Mantri Jan Dhan Yojana' Modi launch opens 15 million accounts | ummid.com
'Pradhan Mantri Jan Dhan Yojana' Modi launch opens 15 million accounts | ummid.com
"One-and-a-half crore (15 million) insurance policies on a single day, and 1.5 crore bank accounts opened in a day would never have happened before. This is a big record in banking and insurance history," Modi said. The figure is close to the population of the Netherlands.
"One-and-a-half crore (15 million) insurance policies on a single day, and 1.5 crore bank accounts opened in a day would never have happened before. This is a big record in banking and insurance history," Modi said. The figure is close to the population of the Netherlands.
Railway minister Sadananda Gowda's son Karthik booked in rape case | ummid.com
Railway minister Sadananda Gowda's son Karthik booked in rape case | ummid.com
Karthik, son of Railway Minister D.V. Sadananda Gowda, has been booked for sexually abusing and cheating a Kannada film actor, police said Thursday.
Karthik, son of Railway Minister D.V. Sadananda Gowda, has been booked for sexually abusing and cheating a Kannada film actor, police said Thursday.
Wednesday, August 27, 2014
'Identity Card' - Kashmir, raw and real | ummid.com
'Identity Card' - Kashmir, raw and real | ummid.com
Rahat Kazmi creates almost unbearable tension within the confines of the space where the three victims - a wannabe TV journalist (Tia Bajpai), her Kashmiri Hindu friend Ajay (Furqan Merchant) and a hapless local tourist Guide Raju (Shoib Kazmi, don't miss the tribute to Vijay Anand) are huddled in a hectic ritual of farcical interrogation.
Rahat Kazmi creates almost unbearable tension within the confines of the space where the three victims - a wannabe TV journalist (Tia Bajpai), her Kashmiri Hindu friend Ajay (Furqan Merchant) and a hapless local tourist Guide Raju (Shoib Kazmi, don't miss the tribute to Vijay Anand) are huddled in a hectic ritual of farcical interrogation.
12 injured in Punjab college clash over Pakistan match | ummid.com
12 injured in Punjab college clash over Pakistan match | ummid.com
Students present in the college hostel common room told the police that the students from Kashmir started shouting slogans in favour of Pakistan which was objected to by some other students. This led to heated arguments between both sides and a clash.
Students present in the college hostel common room told the police that the students from Kashmir started shouting slogans in favour of Pakistan which was objected to by some other students. This led to heated arguments between both sides and a clash.
Students
present in the college hostel common room told the police that the
students from Kashmir started shouting slogans in favour of Pakistan
which was objected to by some other students. This led to heated
arguments between both sides and a clash. - See more at:
http://www.ummid.com/news/2014/August/28.08.2014/punjab-college-clash.html#sthash.RwvAw6W6.dpuf
present in the college hostel common room told the police that the
students from Kashmir started shouting slogans in favour of Pakistan
which was objected to by some other students. This led to heated
arguments between both sides and a clash. - See more at:
http://www.ummid.com/news/2014/August/28.08.2014/punjab-college-clash.html#sthash.RwvAw6W6.dpuf
Students
present in the college hostel common room told the police that the
students from Kashmir started shouting slogans in favour of Pakistan
which was objected to by some other students. This led to heated
arguments between both sides and a clash. - See more at:
http://www.ummid.com/news/2014/August/28.08.2014/punjab-college-clash.html#sthash.RwvAw6W6.dpuf
present in the college hostel common room told the police that the
students from Kashmir started shouting slogans in favour of Pakistan
which was objected to by some other students. This led to heated
arguments between both sides and a clash. - See more at:
http://www.ummid.com/news/2014/August/28.08.2014/punjab-college-clash.html#sthash.RwvAw6W6.dpuf
US school expels toddler over mother's Facebook post | ummid.com
US school expels toddler over mother's Facebook post | ummid.com
Habat's post read: "Why is it that every single day there is something new I dislike about Will's school? Are my standards really too high or are people working in the education field really just that ignorant."
Habat's post read: "Why is it that every single day there is something new I dislike about Will's school? Are my standards really too high or are people working in the education field really just that ignorant."
What brightens up the universe? | ummid.com
What brightens up the universe? | ummid.com
"By studying how this light interacts with hydrogen gas on its journey to earth will reveal the main sources of illumination in the universe, even if those sources are not themselves quasars," explained cosmologist Dr Andrew Pontzen from UCL.
"By studying how this light interacts with hydrogen gas on its journey to earth will reveal the main sources of illumination in the universe, even if those sources are not themselves quasars," explained cosmologist Dr Andrew Pontzen from UCL.
SRK roped in as Interpol 'Turn Back Crime' ambassador | ummid.com
SRK roped in as Interpol 'Turn Back Crime' ambassador | ummid.com
SRK, said to be the first Indian to be made an ambassador for the global campaign, is lending his voice to help spread the message that all of society benefits when citizens respect law and fight crime.
SRK, said to be the first Indian to be made an ambassador for the global campaign, is lending his voice to help spread the message that all of society benefits when citizens respect law and fight crime.
Indo-Arab League to invite Modi for Palestine conference | ummid.com
Indo-Arab League to invite Modi for Palestine conference | ummid.com
Alleging that the previous United Progressive Alliance (UPA) government was "pro-Israel", he hoped the new government will adopt a policy which India followed on the Palestinian issue since the time of Mahatma Gandhi.
Alleging that the previous United Progressive Alliance (UPA) government was "pro-Israel", he hoped the new government will adopt a policy which India followed on the Palestinian issue since the time of Mahatma Gandhi.
Cabinet allows yearly quota of 12 LPG cylinders to be taken anytime | ummid.com
Cabinet allows yearly quota of 12 LPG cylinders to be taken anytime | ummid.com
Malti and Bhagwati Devi are just two of the thousands of people who have had to abandon their homes to take shelter on an embankment in flood-affected Bihar's Supaul district. Their main worry, however, is not hunger but the difficulties they face in going through their ablutions unlike men.
Malti and Bhagwati Devi are just two of the thousands of people who have had to abandon their homes to take shelter on an embankment in flood-affected Bihar's Supaul district. Their main worry, however, is not hunger but the difficulties they face in going through their ablutions unlike men.
Women fight shame in flood-hit Bihar | ummid.com
Women fight shame in flood-hit Bihar | ummid.com
Malti and Bhagwati Devi are just two of the thousands of people who have had to abandon their homes to take shelter on an embankment in flood-affected Bihar's Supaul district. Their main worry, however, is not hunger but the difficulties they face in going through their ablutions unlike men.
Malti and Bhagwati Devi are just two of the thousands of people who have had to abandon their homes to take shelter on an embankment in flood-affected Bihar's Supaul district. Their main worry, however, is not hunger but the difficulties they face in going through their ablutions unlike men.
Over 12 lakh hit by Assam floods, new embankments to be built | ummid.com
Over 12 lakh hit by Assam floods, new embankments to be built | ummid.com
Assam will set up an authority to strengthen the existing embankments and build new ones, Chief Minister Tarun Gogoi said Wednesday, as the mighty Brahmaputra and its tributaries continued to flow above the danger level, affecting over 12 lakh people in 16 districts.
Assam will set up an authority to strengthen the existing embankments and build new ones, Chief Minister Tarun Gogoi said Wednesday, as the mighty Brahmaputra and its tributaries continued to flow above the danger level, affecting over 12 lakh people in 16 districts.
PM not expected to have ministers with criminal past: Supreme Court | ummid.com
PM not expected to have ministers with criminal past: Supreme Court | ummid.com
He is expected to act with constitutional responsibility, unwarranted elements facing charges in certain category of offences may thwart constitutional morality, says SC
A constitution bench said this in a majority verdict by Chief Justice R.M. Lodha, Justice Dipak Misra and Justice S.A. Bobde. Justice Madan B. Lokur and Justice Kurian Joseph gave separate judgments but concurred with the majority view.
He is expected to act with constitutional responsibility, unwarranted elements facing charges in certain category of offences may thwart constitutional morality, says SC
A constitution bench said this in a majority verdict by Chief Justice R.M. Lodha, Justice Dipak Misra and Justice S.A. Bobde. Justice Madan B. Lokur and Justice Kurian Joseph gave separate judgments but concurred with the majority view.
'Dead' RTI activist caught living with girlfriend, arrested | ummid.com
'Dead' RTI activist caught living with girlfriend, arrested | ummid.com
On her complaint, the police started investigation. During probe, it came to light that a girl in his neighbourhood was also missing from the same day when Sharma was found burnt in the car fire.
On her complaint, the police started investigation. During probe, it came to light that a girl in his neighbourhood was also missing from the same day when Sharma was found burnt in the car fire.
First group of Haj pilgrims from UP leaves | ummid.com
First group of Haj pilgrims from UP leaves | ummid.com
They were seen off by Chief Minister Akhilesh Yadav, Minority Welfare Minister Mohd. Azam Khan and other senior officials. Before flagging them off, Akhilesh Yadav urged the pilgrims to pray for betterment of society, the state and the nation.
They were seen off by Chief Minister Akhilesh Yadav, Minority Welfare Minister Mohd. Azam Khan and other senior officials. Before flagging them off, Akhilesh Yadav urged the pilgrims to pray for betterment of society, the state and the nation.
Haji Arafat quits MNS, says Raj Thackeray has lost mental balance | ummid.com
Haji Arafat quits MNS, says Raj Thackeray has lost mental balance | ummid.com
Haji Arafat Shaikh, Maharashtra Navnirman Sena (MNS) Vice-President and the Muslim face of the right-wing Hindu party, Tuesday quit the party and has also raised serious allegations against his former party chief Raj Thackeray.
Haji Arafat Shaikh, Maharashtra Navnirman Sena (MNS) Vice-President and the Muslim face of the right-wing Hindu party, Tuesday quit the party and has also raised serious allegations against his former party chief Raj Thackeray.
Reports that Rajnath's son not fielded in by-polls due to misconduct denied | ummid.com
Reports that Rajnath's son not fielded in by-polls due to misconduct denied | ummid.com
The home minister was reacting to reports which had said he was upset that Prime Minister Narendra Modi did not want the BJP to field Rajnath Singh's son Pankaj Singh from Noida in the by-election next month.
The home minister was reacting to reports which had said he was upset that Prime Minister Narendra Modi did not want the BJP to field Rajnath Singh's son Pankaj Singh from Noida in the by-election next month.
Palestinians rejoice as Israel agrees Gaza truce, to end blockade | ummid.com
Palestinians rejoice as Israel agrees Gaza truce, to end blockade | ummid.com
Hamas declares victory though truce terms fall far short of its’ demand that Israel and Egypt open Gaza’s borders
Thousands of Palestinians are celebrating in Gaza after Israel and Palestinian groups agreed an open-ended ceasefire to end seven weeks of fighting in Gaza.
Hamas declares victory though truce terms fall far short of its’ demand that Israel and Egypt open Gaza’s borders
Thousands of Palestinians are celebrating in Gaza after Israel and Palestinian groups agreed an open-ended ceasefire to end seven weeks of fighting in Gaza.
Tuesday, August 26, 2014
Now BJP regrets raking up 'Love Jihad' | ummid.com
Now BJP regrets raking up 'Love Jihad' | ummid.com
Several leaders now say that Uttar Pradesh party president Laxmikant Bajpayi went overboard in propagating the concept before the leadership in New Delhi gently pulled up the state unit. With byelections due Sep 13 to 11 assembly seats, the Bharatiya Janata Party was a divided house when its state executive met in Vrindavan.
Several leaders now say that Uttar Pradesh party president Laxmikant Bajpayi went overboard in propagating the concept before the leadership in New Delhi gently pulled up the state unit. With byelections due Sep 13 to 11 assembly seats, the Bharatiya Janata Party was a divided house when its state executive met in Vrindavan.
Tourist haven Goa caught in its bikini politics | ummid.com
Tourist haven Goa caught in its bikini politics | ummid.com
But judging by the goings-on over the last two months or so, the two-piece bathing accessory now appears to have come to haunt Parrikar's Bharatiya Janata Party-led coalition government. It may sound ridiculous, but the bikini controversy has triggered a churning and a split in the conservative end of Goa's political axis.
But judging by the goings-on over the last two months or so, the two-piece bathing accessory now appears to have come to haunt Parrikar's Bharatiya Janata Party-led coalition government. It may sound ridiculous, but the bikini controversy has triggered a churning and a split in the conservative end of Goa's political axis.
No place for Vajpayee, Advani, Joshi in BJP's top decision-making body | ummid.com
No place for Vajpayee, Advani, Joshi in BJP's top decision-making body | ummid.com
"It is a mookdarshak mandal (committee of silent watchers). It is like an old age home from where Advani and Joshi will witness the functioning of BJP like mutes. We were all aware that they are being sidelined," he told reporters.
"It is a mookdarshak mandal (committee of silent watchers). It is like an old age home from where Advani and Joshi will witness the functioning of BJP like mutes. We were all aware that they are being sidelined," he told reporters.
No place for Vajpayee, Advani, Joshi in BJP's top decision-making body | ummid.com
No place for Vajpayee, Advani, Joshi in BJP's top decision-making body | ummid.com
"It is a mookdarshak mandal (committee of silent watchers). It is like an old age home from where Advani and Joshi will witness the functioning of BJP like mutes. We were all aware that they are being sidelined," he told reporters.
"It is a mookdarshak mandal (committee of silent watchers). It is like an old age home from where Advani and Joshi will witness the functioning of BJP like mutes. We were all aware that they are being sidelined," he told reporters.
Washing Brains the ISIS Way? | ummid.com
Washing Brains the ISIS Way? | ummid.com
That was a barb totally out of the blue. Never before in all these years was I questioned this way. My little son had seen his mother rushing from work to home and vice versa, since he opened his eyes into the world and understood things. Trying not to lose my composure, I waited for him to make an elaboration.
That was a barb totally out of the blue. Never before in all these years was I questioned this way. My little son had seen his mother rushing from work to home and vice versa, since he opened his eyes into the world and understood things. Trying not to lose my composure, I waited for him to make an elaboration.
Now, Sikh shrine controversy in Maharashtra, Badal seeks PM's intervention | ummid.com
Now, Sikh shrine controversy in Maharashtra, Badal seeks PM's intervention | ummid.com
Punjab Chief Minister Parkash Singh Badal Tuesday sought the intervention of Prime Minister Narendra Modi to restrain the Congress government in Maharashtra from going ahead with its decision to reduce the Shiromani Gurdwara Parbandhak Committee (SGPC) representation in the Takht Hazur Sahib board.
Punjab Chief Minister Parkash Singh Badal Tuesday sought the intervention of Prime Minister Narendra Modi to restrain the Congress government in Maharashtra from going ahead with its decision to reduce the Shiromani Gurdwara Parbandhak Committee (SGPC) representation in the Takht Hazur Sahib board.
Rockets fired from Gaza hit Haifa, Tel Aviv | ummid.com
Rockets fired from Gaza hit Haifa, Tel Aviv | ummid.com
Al-Qassam said the rocket attacks came in reprisal for the Israeli bombing of Gaza multiple-story residential buildings. Israeli planes struck a 14-storey building in the Gaza Strip on Tuesday, in the latest attack targeting residential buildings in the blockaded coastal enclave.
Al-Qassam said the rocket attacks came in reprisal for the Israeli bombing of Gaza multiple-story residential buildings. Israeli planes struck a 14-storey building in the Gaza Strip on Tuesday, in the latest attack targeting residential buildings in the blockaded coastal enclave.
Z-plus security for Muzaffarnagar riot accused Sangeet Som stirs row | ummid.com
Z-plus security for Muzaffarnagar riot accused Sangeet Som stirs row | ummid.com
The central government's decision to give the highest level Z-plus security to BJP leader and Muzaffarnagar riot accused Sangeet Som stirred up a controversy Tuesday, even as BJP leaders defended it on the basis of threat perception.
The central government's decision to give the highest level Z-plus security to BJP leader and Muzaffarnagar riot accused Sangeet Som stirred up a controversy Tuesday, even as BJP leaders defended it on the basis of threat perception.
HC confirms death for three in Haryana gang rape, murder | ummid.com
HC confirms death for three in Haryana gang rape, murder | ummid.com
The girl was kidnapped by Rahul (27), Ravi (23) and Vinod (23) in a car near her house in Qutub Vihar, Chhawla (Delhi) on the night of Feb 9, 2012, when she, with three colleagues, was returning from her Gurgaon office.
The girl was kidnapped by Rahul (27), Ravi (23) and Vinod (23) in a car near her house in Qutub Vihar, Chhawla (Delhi) on the night of Feb 9, 2012, when she, with three colleagues, was returning from her Gurgaon office.
'India, Myanmar, Thailand should begin transit talks on highway' | ummid.com
'India, Myanmar, Thailand should begin transit talks on highway' | ummid.com
Anil Wadhwa, secretary (East) in the ministry of external affairs, addressing the ASEAN-India Network of Think Tanks meeting here, said the physical infrastructure of the connectivity corridors with Southeast Asia can be utilized "only if we also agree on the soft infrastructure necessary to permit movement of traffic and goods on these economic corridors".
Anil Wadhwa, secretary (East) in the ministry of external affairs, addressing the ASEAN-India Network of Think Tanks meeting here, said the physical infrastructure of the connectivity corridors with Southeast Asia can be utilized "only if we also agree on the soft infrastructure necessary to permit movement of traffic and goods on these economic corridors".
Was Nicki Minaj 'wardrobe malfunction' at MTV Awards fake? | ummid.com
Was Nicki Minaj 'wardrobe malfunction' at MTV Awards fake? | ummid.com
The two-hour show had its most shocking moment when Nicki Minaj was rump-shaking during her performance of "Anaconda" in the show's first minutes.
The two-hour show had its most shocking moment when Nicki Minaj was rump-shaking during her performance of "Anaconda" in the show's first minutes.
Monday, August 25, 2014
AAP loses way, deposit in Punjab | ummid.com
AAP loses way, deposit in Punjab | ummid.com
On both seats, the AAP even failed to put up a fight to the main contenders. The party and its candidates not only meekly surrendered but lost their security deposits too. This has put a big question mark on the political future of AAP in Punjab.
On both seats, the AAP even failed to put up a fight to the main contenders. The party and its candidates not only meekly surrendered but lost their security deposits too. This has put a big question mark on the political future of AAP in Punjab.
Ruckus in J&K assembly over amnesty to stone pelters | ummid.com
Ruckus in J&K assembly over amnesty to stone pelters | ummid.com
Speaker Mubarak Gul failed to restore order as the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) leaders stood on their seats asking him to allow the adjournment motion over amnesty to stone pelters against whom cases have been registered in the Valley.
Speaker Mubarak Gul failed to restore order as the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) leaders stood on their seats asking him to allow the adjournment motion over amnesty to stone pelters against whom cases have been registered in the Valley.
South Asian countries to send largest number of Hajis for Haj 2014 | ummid.com
South Asian countries to send largest number of Hajis for Haj 2014 | ummid.com
About 228,000 pilgrims will come from Southeast Asian countries including Indonesia and Malaysia, while Turkey and European countries will send 190,000, non-Arab African countries 170,000 and Iran 63,000, Arab News reported Tuesday.
About 228,000 pilgrims will come from Southeast Asian countries including Indonesia and Malaysia, while Turkey and European countries will send 190,000, non-Arab African countries 170,000 and Iran 63,000, Arab News reported Tuesday.
14 car makers including Tata motors fined by Competion Commission | ummid.com
14 car makers including Tata motors fined by Competion Commission | ummid.com
India's Tata Motors Ltd suffered the highest penalty of Rs.1,346.46 crore, followed by Maruti Suzuki (Rs.471.14 crore), Mahindra & Mahindra (Rs.292.25 crore) and General Motors (Rs.84.58 crore).
India's Tata Motors Ltd suffered the highest penalty of Rs.1,346.46 crore, followed by Maruti Suzuki (Rs.471.14 crore), Mahindra & Mahindra (Rs.292.25 crore) and General Motors (Rs.84.58 crore).
'Dust Bucket Challenge' launched to show Israeli destruction in Gaza | ummid.com
'Dust Bucket Challenge' launched to show Israeli destruction in Gaza | ummid.com
In an interesting contrast to the widely publicised ice-bucket challenge, a new initiative has been launched by a Palestinian journalist to garner support for Gaza, by pouring a bucket of dust to show solidarity with the Palestinian kids who are being buried under rubbles on a daily basis.
In an interesting contrast to the widely publicised ice-bucket challenge, a new initiative has been launched by a Palestinian journalist to garner support for Gaza, by pouring a bucket of dust to show solidarity with the Palestinian kids who are being buried under rubbles on a daily basis.
India's CBSE education system spreading wings in Vietnam | ummid.com
India's CBSE education system spreading wings in Vietnam | ummid.com
Kalia, who has been living in Vietnam for the past 15 years. He has introduced the CBSE teaching method in three subjects - Math, Science and English - in junior classes across 25 schools in major cities in Vietnam.
Kalia, who has been living in Vietnam for the past 15 years. He has introduced the CBSE teaching method in three subjects - Math, Science and English - in junior classes across 25 schools in major cities in Vietnam.
Sunday, August 24, 2014
American Canyon in Northern California rocked by powerful quake, many injured | ummid.com
American Canyon in Northern California rocked by powerful quake, many injured | ummid.com
A fire in a mobile home park destroyed at least three homes in Napa, where the quake caused widespread damage and filled some of the streets with bricks, broken windows and other wreckage, Becker said.
A fire in a mobile home park destroyed at least three homes in Napa, where the quake caused widespread damage and filled some of the streets with bricks, broken windows and other wreckage, Becker said.
Senior Hamas leader killed in Israeli airstrike | ummid.com
Senior Hamas leader killed in Israeli airstrike | ummid.com
Egypt had called on Israel and the Palestinians to ceasefire indefinitely and immediately resume talks in Cairo to reach a permanent ceasefire agreement that ends the ongoing fighting in the Gaza Strip.
Egypt had called on Israel and the Palestinians to ceasefire indefinitely and immediately resume talks in Cairo to reach a permanent ceasefire agreement that ends the ongoing fighting in the Gaza Strip.
Maharashtra Governor Sankaranarayanan quits post-transfer | ummid.com
Maharashtra Governor Sankaranarayanan quits post-transfer | ummid.com
Kohli, who arrived here in the afternoon, was sworn-in by Bombay High Court's Chief Justice Mohit S. Shah in the Raj Bhavan in the presence of Chief Minister Prithviraj Chavan, Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar, their cabinet colleagues, leaders of the opposition and other political parties, judges and other high-ranking dignitaries.
Kohli, who arrived here in the afternoon, was sworn-in by Bombay High Court's Chief Justice Mohit S. Shah in the Raj Bhavan in the presence of Chief Minister Prithviraj Chavan, Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar, their cabinet colleagues, leaders of the opposition and other political parties, judges and other high-ranking dignitaries.
Why should I organise a march against ISIS? | ummid.com
Why should I organise a march against ISIS? | ummid.com
The former head of the British Army says that the West should sit down and negotiate with Assad to get rid of ISIS, but what if ISIS was created by Assad and his ally Iran, which has members of the elite Republican Guard in parts of Syria?
The former head of the British Army says that the West should sit down and negotiate with Assad to get rid of ISIS, but what if ISIS was created by Assad and his ally Iran, which has members of the elite Republican Guard in parts of Syria?
Scrapping of Planning Commission, Is It a Sound Idea? | ummid.com
Scrapping of Planning Commission, Is It a Sound Idea? | ummid.com
Planning Commission was established in accordance with article 39 of the constitution which is a part of directive principles of state policy. Planning Commission does not derive its creation from either the Constitution or statute, but is an arm of the Central/Union Government. It reports directly to the Prime Minister of India.
Planning Commission was established in accordance with article 39 of the constitution which is a part of directive principles of state policy. Planning Commission does not derive its creation from either the Constitution or statute, but is an arm of the Central/Union Government. It reports directly to the Prime Minister of India.
Did Chavan's boycott of PM hasten governor's transfer? | ummid.com
Did Chavan's boycott of PM hasten governor's transfer? | ummid.com
The transfer order came barely three days after Maharashtra Chief Minister Prithviraj Chavan, Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar and other members of the ruling Congress-Nationalist Congress Party coalition boycotted functions attended by Prime Minister Narendra Modi in Nagpur.
The transfer order came barely three days after Maharashtra Chief Minister Prithviraj Chavan, Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar and other members of the ruling Congress-Nationalist Congress Party coalition boycotted functions attended by Prime Minister Narendra Modi in Nagpur.
President opens India's first IIEST, seeks industry-academia synergy | ummid.com
President opens India's first IIEST, seeks industry-academia synergy | ummid.com
The institute, formerly known as Bengal Engineering and Science University, also engages in the sectors of disaster management, clean coal technology, power electronics, remote-sensing and GIS, space technology, biochemical sensors, structural engineering, VLSI and embedded systems.
The institute, formerly known as Bengal Engineering and Science University, also engages in the sectors of disaster management, clean coal technology, power electronics, remote-sensing and GIS, space technology, biochemical sensors, structural engineering, VLSI and embedded systems.
Assam floods: Seven dead, situation grim in two districts | ummid.com
Assam floods: Seven dead, situation grim in two districts | ummid.com
Till now, seven people have died in the floods -- one each in Lakhimpur, Dhubri, Nalbari, Golaghat and Barpeta and two in Morigaon districts, officials said. They added that floodwaters have affected crops on 90,867 hectares across the state.
Till now, seven people have died in the floods -- one each in Lakhimpur, Dhubri, Nalbari, Golaghat and Barpeta and two in Morigaon districts, officials said. They added that floodwaters have affected crops on 90,867 hectares across the state.
Infosys co-founder Shibulal donates Rs.36 crore to charity | ummid.com
Infosys co-founder Shibulal donates Rs.36 crore to charity | ummid.com
"Compassion is something I have watched my mother practise when I was a little girl growing up in a village in Kerala. Someone would come to our house and ask for food. My mother would either share from her plate or starve to feed another. I made a promise to myself that I would do the same," Kumari said.
"Compassion is something I have watched my mother practise when I was a little girl growing up in a village in Kerala. Someone would come to our house and ask for food. My mother would either share from her plate or starve to feed another. I made a promise to myself that I would do the same," Kumari said.
Thousands join movement to 'save' Delhi's nightlife | ummid.com
Thousands join movement to 'save' Delhi's nightlife | ummid.com
The Save Delhi's Nightlife page on Facebook has over 6,000 likes while close to 1,500 people have signed the online petition which has been sent to President Pranab Mukherjee's secretary and Delhi Lt. Governor Najeeb Jung, as also parliamentarians and senior government officials.
The Save Delhi's Nightlife page on Facebook has over 6,000 likes while close to 1,500 people have signed the online petition which has been sent to President Pranab Mukherjee's secretary and Delhi Lt. Governor Najeeb Jung, as also parliamentarians and senior government officials.
Can Ebola strike India? | ummid.com
Can Ebola strike India? | ummid.com
Rajesh Kumar, Consultant Internal Medicine, Paras Hospital,Gurgaon, told IANS: "In India I am sure if there is just one case, it will multiply like anything." He claimed that most doctors in India were not even aware of the symptoms of the disease.
Rajesh Kumar, Consultant Internal Medicine, Paras Hospital,Gurgaon, told IANS: "In India I am sure if there is just one case, it will multiply like anything." He claimed that most doctors in India were not even aware of the symptoms of the disease.
UPSC prelims held across India | ummid.com
UPSC prelims held across India | ummid.com
A row erupted after aspirants staged violent protests demanding scrapping of the Civil Service Aptitude Test (CSAT) introduced in 2011 and postponement of the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) preliminary examination.
A row erupted after aspirants staged violent protests demanding scrapping of the Civil Service Aptitude Test (CSAT) introduced in 2011 and postponement of the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) preliminary examination.
Saturday, August 23, 2014
Saudi Muazzen dies just after finishing prayer call | ummid.com
Saudi Muazzen dies just after finishing prayer call | ummid.com
Muslims gathering for prayers were shocked when Sheikh Radad Al Zidani collapsed just as he walked down the podium and headed to lead them for the prayers at the mosque in the Western town of Taif on Friday, Sabq daily said.
Muslims gathering for prayers were shocked when Sheikh Radad Al Zidani collapsed just as he walked down the podium and headed to lead them for the prayers at the mosque in the Western town of Taif on Friday, Sabq daily said.
Now, Maharashtra governor transferred | ummid.com
Now, Maharashtra governor transferred | ummid.com
A press communique said Gujarat Governor Om Prakash Kohli "will discharge the functions of the governor of Maharashtra, in addition to his own duties, until regular arrangement for the office of the governor of Maharashtra are made".
A press communique said Gujarat Governor Om Prakash Kohli "will discharge the functions of the governor of Maharashtra, in addition to his own duties, until regular arrangement for the office of the governor of Maharashtra are made".
Complaint filed against Teesta Setalvad in Goa | ummid.com
Complaint filed against Teesta Setalvad in Goa | ummid.com
A police complaint was filed in Goa Friday against activist Teesta Setalvad for uploading an image of a Hindu goddess on a social networking site, which offends Hindu religion.
A police complaint was filed in Goa Friday against activist Teesta Setalvad for uploading an image of a Hindu goddess on a social networking site, which offends Hindu religion.
Why Indian Muslim English Newspapers fail? | ummid.com
Why Indian Muslim English Newspapers fail? | ummid.com
Typically Muslim community newspapers make very little effort to be in the mainstream of the Muslim community, to go beyond a culture of continual complaints of the depressed state of the Muslim community, injustice to Muslims, intense political rumours and machinations, desire to cater to Muslim clerics, and only miniscule focus on the success stories or brave mainstream efforts of fellow Muslim individuals and institutions.
Typically Muslim community newspapers make very little effort to be in the mainstream of the Muslim community, to go beyond a culture of continual complaints of the depressed state of the Muslim community, injustice to Muslims, intense political rumours and machinations, desire to cater to Muslim clerics, and only miniscule focus on the success stories or brave mainstream efforts of fellow Muslim individuals and institutions.
Syrian death toll crosses 191,000: United Nationsoes in West Asia | ummid.com
Syrian death toll crosses 191,000: United Nationsoes in West Asia | ummid.com
lashes out at "international paralysis" on nearly three-and-a-half year conflict; Urges world powers to "take serious measures to halt the fighting and deter the crimes"
The South African, who wraps up a six-year stint as head of the UN human rights commission at the end of this month, has criticised world leaders for their lethargy on a wide range of conflicts.
lashes out at "international paralysis" on nearly three-and-a-half year conflict; Urges world powers to "take serious measures to halt the fighting and deter the crimes"
The South African, who wraps up a six-year stint as head of the UN human rights commission at the end of this month, has criticised world leaders for their lethargy on a wide range of conflicts.
The difficult task of finding friends and foes in West Asia | ummid.com
The difficult task of finding friends and foes in West Asia | ummid.com
It therefore made practical sense that External Affairs Minister Sushma Swaraj restored the balance somewhat when she dwelt at length on traditional ties with the Arab world while opening an India-Arab media conference organized by her ministry and attended by media managers from the Arab world.
It therefore made practical sense that External Affairs Minister Sushma Swaraj restored the balance somewhat when she dwelt at length on traditional ties with the Arab world while opening an India-Arab media conference organized by her ministry and attended by media managers from the Arab world.
Lok Sabha Speaker defends decision on leader of opposition | ummid.com
Lok Sabha Speaker defends decision on leader of opposition | ummid.com
Terming the SP government as "incompetent and anti-people", Mishra asked workers to spread out in the state and inform people of the work initiated by the Narendra Modi-led central government and work to get back the lost glory of the party in UP. - See more at: http://ummid.com/news/2014/August/23.08.2014/bjp-love-jihad-up.html
Terming the SP government as "incompetent and anti-people", Mishra asked workers to spread out in the state and inform people of the work initiated by the Narendra Modi-led central government and work to get back the lost glory of the party in UP. - See more at: http://ummid.com/news/2014/August/23.08.2014/bjp-love-jihad-up.html
Lok Sabha Speaker defends decision on leader of opposition | ummid.com
Lok Sabha Speaker defends decision on leader of opposition | ummid.com
The Supreme Court had Friday questioned the central government over the issue of appointing a leader of opposition in Lok Sabha, and said it will give a larger interpretation to the concept of the opposition leader if the government failed to resolve the issue.
The Supreme Court had Friday questioned the central government over the issue of appointing a leader of opposition in Lok Sabha, and said it will give a larger interpretation to the concept of the opposition leader if the government failed to resolve the issue.
BJP accuses Samajwadi Party of promoting 'love jihad' in UP | ummid.com
BJP accuses Samajwadi Party of promoting 'love jihad' in UP | ummid.com
BJP president Amit Shah, who was scheduled to address the inaugural session of the convention, did not turn up owing to "pressing political engagements" in Delhi and was represented by union minister Kalraj Mishra.
BJP president Amit Shah, who was scheduled to address the inaugural session of the convention, did not turn up owing to "pressing political engagements" in Delhi and was represented by union minister Kalraj Mishra.
Inchoate images of Changing India –Tales from Here and There | ummid.com
Inchoate images of Changing India –Tales from Here and There | ummid.com
If at all the Sword theory comes into play its only in the 12th century AD, precisely after 1162 AD when Slauddin Gohri opened the flood gates of India to usher in the Muslim rule in India. There is no recorded history that the marching Muslim armies played any role in conversion of the local people to Islamic faith using the strong arm tactics of sword of Islam.
If at all the Sword theory comes into play its only in the 12th century AD, precisely after 1162 AD when Slauddin Gohri opened the flood gates of India to usher in the Muslim rule in India. There is no recorded history that the marching Muslim armies played any role in conversion of the local people to Islamic faith using the strong arm tactics of sword of Islam.
To each his own: Modus vivendi between Modi and RSS? | ummid.com
To each his own: Modus vivendi between Modi and RSS? | ummid.com
In fact, the RSS is even refraining from uttering the words, India or Bharat, which are used in the constitution to describe the country. Instead, the RSS uses the word Hindustan, the land of Hindus, presumably to facilitate the process of transition to the Hindu rashtra.
In fact, the RSS is even refraining from uttering the words, India or Bharat, which are used in the constitution to describe the country. Instead, the RSS uses the word Hindustan, the land of Hindus, presumably to facilitate the process of transition to the Hindu rashtra.
Friday, August 22, 2014
Asma Shirazi of Pakistan wins 2014 Peter Mackler journalism award | ummid.com
Asma Shirazi of Pakistan wins 2014 Peter Mackler journalism award | ummid.com
Shirazi's award pays "tribute to the courage of those who fight for freedom of information in Pakistan, where seven journalists were murdered in connection with their work in 2013," said Delphine Halgand, US director of media watchdog Reporters Without Borders.
Shirazi's award pays "tribute to the courage of those who fight for freedom of information in Pakistan, where seven journalists were murdered in connection with their work in 2013," said Delphine Halgand, US director of media watchdog Reporters Without Borders.
Bihar minister's son critical after a suspected ragging incident | ummid.com
Bihar minister's son critical after a suspected ragging incident | ummid.com
"My son's condition is critical. Right now I am not in a position to say anything. From whatever I have got to know from the local guardian in Gwalior, it seems that my son has become a victim of ragging," minister Jai Kumar Singh told IANS.
"My son's condition is critical. Right now I am not in a position to say anything. From whatever I have got to know from the local guardian in Gwalior, it seems that my son has become a victim of ragging," minister Jai Kumar Singh told IANS.
Dec 16 Delhi gangrape a small incident, says Jaitley; clarifies after backlash | ummid.com
Dec 16 Delhi gangrape a small incident, says Jaitley; clarifies after backlash | ummid.com
Attacking Jaitley, Mahila Congress president Shobha Oza said the Bharatiya Janata Party leader had made an irresponsible statement. "An idiotic and horrendous statement, he must apologise to women of nation," Oza said.
Attacking Jaitley, Mahila Congress president Shobha Oza said the Bharatiya Janata Party leader had made an irresponsible statement. "An idiotic and horrendous statement, he must apologise to women of nation," Oza said.
Irom Sharmila arrested again, taken to hospital | ummid.com
Irom Sharmila arrested again, taken to hospital | ummid.com
Manipur Deputy Chief Minister Gaikhangam, who also holds the home portfolio, said the government is taking care for her safety and health. - See more at: http://ummid.com/news/2014/August/22.08.2014/sharmila-arrested.html
Manipur Deputy Chief Minister Gaikhangam, who also holds the home portfolio, said the government is taking care for her safety and health. - See more at: http://ummid.com/news/2014/August/22.08.2014/sharmila-arrested.html
Thursday, August 21, 2014
KMAT 2014 results to be declared online Friday, Ausgust 22 | ummid.com
KMAT 2014 results to be declared online Friday, Ausgust 22 | ummid.com
The Karnataka Management Aptitude Test (KMAT) is conducted by the Karnataka Private Post Graduate Colleges Association for admission to MBA (Masters of Business Administration), PGDM (Post Graduate Diploma in Management) and MCA (Master of Computer Application) courses within the state.
The Karnataka Management Aptitude Test (KMAT) is conducted by the Karnataka Private Post Graduate Colleges Association for admission to MBA (Masters of Business Administration), PGDM (Post Graduate Diploma in Management) and MCA (Master of Computer Application) courses within the state.
Medical student held in Madhya Pradesh MBBS exam scam | ummid.com
Medical student held in Madhya Pradesh MBBS exam scam | ummid.com
A 31-year-old final year MBBS student has been arrested in connection with a scam related to medical college entrance examinations in Madhya Pradesh, police said Thursday.
A 31-year-old final year MBBS student has been arrested in connection with a scam related to medical college entrance examinations in Madhya Pradesh, police said Thursday.
Madras, now Chennai, to celebrate 375th anniversary Friday | ummid.com
Madras, now Chennai, to celebrate 375th anniversary Friday | ummid.com
It was on this day in 1639 that British administrator Francis Day along with his superior Andrew Cogan struck a deal with the Vijayanagar empire to acquire a stretch of no man's land, which went on to become Madras, today known as Chennai, the capital of Tamil Nadu.
It was on this day in 1639 that British administrator Francis Day along with his superior Andrew Cogan struck a deal with the Vijayanagar empire to acquire a stretch of no man's land, which went on to become Madras, today known as Chennai, the capital of Tamil Nadu.
Pak Parliament backs Sharif, Imran flays US at protest | ummid.com
Pak Parliament backs Sharif, Imran flays US at protest | ummid.com
Many thousands of opposition activists continued their protest in the heart of Islamabad for the seventh straight day demanding the resignation of Sharif, saying the 2013 election he won was rigged.
Many thousands of opposition activists continued their protest in the heart of Islamabad for the seventh straight day demanding the resignation of Sharif, saying the 2013 election he won was rigged.
Goa CM apologies, but slams media over 'Negro' issue | ummid.com
Goa CM apologies, but slams media over 'Negro' issue | ummid.com
Parrikar told the legislative assembly that he pitied the media and expressed worry that national news channels will not survive if they pick on issues as petty as the unknown man being termed 'Negro', wrongly spelt as 'Nigro', in government documents tabled in the assembly Wednesday.
Parrikar told the legislative assembly that he pitied the media and expressed worry that national news channels will not survive if they pick on issues as petty as the unknown man being termed 'Negro', wrongly spelt as 'Nigro', in government documents tabled in the assembly Wednesday.
Congress attacks Modi over heckling of opposition CMs? | ummid.com
Congress attacks Modi over heckling of opposition CMs? | ummid.com
With Jharkhand Chief Minister Hemant Soren being heckled at a function attended by Narendra Modi, the Congress Thursday stepped up its attack on the prime minister with a party leader advising opposition chief ministers to avoid public functions attended by the premier.
With Jharkhand Chief Minister Hemant Soren being heckled at a function attended by Narendra Modi, the Congress Thursday stepped up its attack on the prime minister with a party leader advising opposition chief ministers to avoid public functions attended by the premier.
Wednesday, August 20, 2014
An unknown woman is world's selfie queen? | ummid.com
An unknown woman is world's selfie queen? | ummid.com
Forget Kim Kardashian, and rather meet a mysterious Thai woman who has posted over 12,000 selfies on various social media platforms and can be considered for the top post.
Forget Kim Kardashian, and rather meet a mysterious Thai woman who has posted over 12,000 selfies on various social media platforms and can be considered for the top post.
Peaceful ballotting in Bihar assembly by-polls | ummid.com
Peaceful ballotting in Bihar assembly by-polls | ummid.com
Additional Director General of Police Gupteshwar Pandey said elaborate security arrangements have made made and personnel of paramilitary forces were deployed as some areas were identified as Maoist-affected.
Additional Director General of Police Gupteshwar Pandey said elaborate security arrangements have made made and personnel of paramilitary forces were deployed as some areas were identified as Maoist-affected.
Tom Hanks' typewriter app No 1 on Apple iTunes | ummid.com
Tom Hanks' typewriter app No 1 on Apple iTunes | ummid.com
The bangs of key presses, hard returns and the chimes that sound when you reach the end of a new line are an enjoyable experience for users, Techcrunch reported.
The bangs of key presses, hard returns and the chimes that sound when you reach the end of a new line are an enjoyable experience for users, Techcrunch reported.
Peace? Sri Lanka is still at war -- within | ummid.com
Peace? Sri Lanka is still at war -- within | ummid.com
This is a powerful book, a strong indictment of those who preside over Sri Lanka today, seemingly willing to live in harmony with the Tamils but unable or unwilling to control the militarist Sinhalese nationalism that cares two hoots for Tamils or even Muslims. It doesn't matter that these two communities were themselves the greatest victims of the LTTE's multiple acts of terror.
This is a powerful book, a strong indictment of those who preside over Sri Lanka today, seemingly willing to live in harmony with the Tamils but unable or unwilling to control the militarist Sinhalese nationalism that cares two hoots for Tamils or even Muslims. It doesn't matter that these two communities were themselves the greatest victims of the LTTE's multiple acts of terror.
Burning Sands of International Relations | ummid.com
Burning Sands of International Relations | ummid.com
The world has never witnessed the crisis of order since the withering away of the bipolar world in the 1990. Many events have taken place since then, but the international situation has never been as alarming as it is now.
The world has never witnessed the crisis of order since the withering away of the bipolar world in the 1990. Many events have taken place since then, but the international situation has never been as alarming as it is now.
Fareed Zakaria faces fresh plagiarism charges | ummid.com
Fareed Zakaria faces fresh plagiarism charges | ummid.com
"Their findings cast doubt on the three news outlets -- Time Magazine, CNN and The Washington Post -- which claimed to have conducted reviews of Zakaria's work and found the so-called 'mistake' to be an isolated incident," said Politico, an influential news site.
"Their findings cast doubt on the three news outlets -- Time Magazine, CNN and The Washington Post -- which claimed to have conducted reviews of Zakaria's work and found the so-called 'mistake' to be an isolated incident," said Politico, an influential news site.
Irom Sharmila set free, says will continue struggle against AFSPA | ummid.com
Irom Sharmila set free, says will continue struggle against AFSPA | ummid.com
Sharmila has been on an indefinite hunger strike since Nov 4, 2000, demanding repeal of the Armed Forces (Special Powers) Act, 1958, (AFSPA) after killing of 10 civilians allegedly by the paramilitary Assam Rifles at Malom near Imphal Nov 2, 2000.
Sharmila has been on an indefinite hunger strike since Nov 4, 2000, demanding repeal of the Armed Forces (Special Powers) Act, 1958, (AFSPA) after killing of 10 civilians allegedly by the paramilitary Assam Rifles at Malom near Imphal Nov 2, 2000.
Plea over exclusion of English in civil service exam rejected | ummid.com
Plea over exclusion of English in civil service exam rejected | ummid.com
Dinesh Bhatia, a woman civil service aspirant, moved the court against the Aug 16 notification of the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) that the English comprehensive section will not have any bearing on the merit list due to non-evaluation.
Dinesh Bhatia, a woman civil service aspirant, moved the court against the Aug 16 notification of the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) that the English comprehensive section will not have any bearing on the merit list due to non-evaluation.
Police kill two near Assam-Nagaland border, judicial probe ordered | ummid.com
Police kill two near Assam-Nagaland border, judicial probe ordered | ummid.com
Two people were killed when police fired at protestors Wednesday in Assam near the border with Nagaland, leading to curfew in Golaghat district, officials said. Chief Minister Tarun Gogoi has ordered a judicial probe into the firing.
Two people were killed when police fired at protestors Wednesday in Assam near the border with Nagaland, leading to curfew in Golaghat district, officials said. Chief Minister Tarun Gogoi has ordered a judicial probe into the firing.
'India, Pakistan only two stakeholders in Kashmir issue' | ummid.com
'India, Pakistan only two stakeholders in Kashmir issue' | ummid.com
In a clear rebuff to Pakistan, India's external affairs ministry Wednesday said that following the Simla Agreement of 1972, India and Pakistan were the only two stakeholders on the issue of Jammu and Kashmir and "none else".
In a clear rebuff to Pakistan, India's external affairs ministry Wednesday said that following the Simla Agreement of 1972, India and Pakistan were the only two stakeholders on the issue of Jammu and Kashmir and "none else".
Pakistan SC issues notice to Imran, Qadri | ummid.com
Pakistan SC issues notice to Imran, Qadri | ummid.com
The apex court restrained the respondents from illegal and unlawful trespassing of prohibited zones including Constitution Avenue, offices of foreign missions, Pakistan secretariat and secretariat offices, the report said.
The apex court restrained the respondents from illegal and unlawful trespassing of prohibited zones including Constitution Avenue, offices of foreign missions, Pakistan secretariat and secretariat offices, the report said.
Tuesday, August 19, 2014
Write to Modi or Pranab, I don’t give a damn: SDM Malegaon to industrialists | ummid.com
Write to Modi or Pranab, I don’t give a damn: SDM Malegaon to industrialists | ummid.com
Industrialists scroll from one office to another with requests to stop illegal blasts carried in and around MIDC office but mining mafia given free run in exchange of huge money
As local industrialists stroll from one office to another with a plea to stop blasts carried by illegal mining mafia in and around the Maharashtra Industrial Development Corporation (MIDC) area, the local SDM shocked them by his arrogance and told them to approach President Pranab Mukherji, Prime Minister Narendra Modi or Chief Minister Prithviraj Chavan, he did not care.
Industrialists scroll from one office to another with requests to stop illegal blasts carried in and around MIDC office but mining mafia given free run in exchange of huge money
As local industrialists stroll from one office to another with a plea to stop blasts carried by illegal mining mafia in and around the Maharashtra Industrial Development Corporation (MIDC) area, the local SDM shocked them by his arrogance and told them to approach President Pranab Mukherji, Prime Minister Narendra Modi or Chief Minister Prithviraj Chavan, he did not care.
Where has Kashmir's golden meadow gone? | ummid.com
Where has Kashmir's golden meadow gone? | ummid.com
Situated 87 km from summer capital Srinagar in north Kashmir's Ganderbal district on the foothills of the Zojilla Pass, Sonamarg has been the ultimate destination for nature lovers, trekkers, whitewater rafters, anglers and Bollywood.
Situated 87 km from summer capital Srinagar in north Kashmir's Ganderbal district on the foothills of the Zojilla Pass, Sonamarg has been the ultimate destination for nature lovers, trekkers, whitewater rafters, anglers and Bollywood.
Gaza ceasefire talks collapsed: Palestinian negotiatorigher judiciary | ummid.com
Gaza ceasefire talks collapsed: Palestinian negotiatorigher judiciary | ummid.com
A temporary ceasefire in the Gaza Strip has "collapsed" after the 24-hour respite ended Tuesday midnight but no truce-extension agreement could be reached and Israel and Hamas renewed their hostilities, a Palestinian official said.
A temporary ceasefire in the Gaza Strip has "collapsed" after the 24-hour respite ended Tuesday midnight but no truce-extension agreement could be reached and Israel and Hamas renewed their hostilities, a Palestinian official said.
Blind civil service aspirants to get more time in exam | ummid.com
Blind civil service aspirants to get more time in exam | ummid.com
The Delhi High Court Tuesday granted 20 minutes additional time per hour to blind candidates to answer questions in both preliminary and main examinations for civil services conducted by the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC).
The Delhi High Court Tuesday granted 20 minutes additional time per hour to blind candidates to answer questions in both preliminary and main examinations for civil services conducted by the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC).
Uddhav Thackeray endorses RSS chief's view on Hindu nation | ummid.com
Uddhav Thackeray endorses RSS chief's view on Hindu nation | ummid.com
On Narendra Modi government's decision to call off foreign secretary-level talks with Pakistan after its envoy met Kashmiri separatists in New Delhi, Thackeray urged the government to handle the Pakistan issue seriously.
On Narendra Modi government's decision to call off foreign secretary-level talks with Pakistan after its envoy met Kashmiri separatists in New Delhi, Thackeray urged the government to handle the Pakistan issue seriously.
Speaker rejects Congress demand for Leader of Opposition | ummid.com
Speaker rejects Congress demand for Leader of Opposition | ummid.com
Lok Sabha Speaker Sumitra Mahajan Tuesday rejected the Congress demand that its leader in the house Mallikarjun Kharge be accorded the status of Leader of Opposition (LoP), official sources said.
Lok Sabha Speaker Sumitra Mahajan Tuesday rejected the Congress demand that its leader in the house Mallikarjun Kharge be accorded the status of Leader of Opposition (LoP), official sources said.
Does love know Religious boundaries? | ummid.com
Does love know Religious boundaries? | ummid.com
The word “love Jihad’ which played a major role in mobilizing the Hindu community for violence, has a strange history. As such the two components of this word Love and Jihad, who so ever manufactured it, have a very different meaning.
The word “love Jihad’ which played a major role in mobilizing the Hindu community for violence, has a strange history. As such the two components of this word Love and Jihad, who so ever manufactured it, have a very different meaning.
Telangana completes massive household survey in a single day | ummid.com
Telangana completes massive household survey in a single day | ummid.com
The chief minister told a news conference in the evening that the data would be compiled and computerized in 10 to 15 days and will be available from his office down to the office of a gram panchayat or a village.
The chief minister told a news conference in the evening that the data would be compiled and computerized in 10 to 15 days and will be available from his office down to the office of a gram panchayat or a village.
Hooda jeered in PM's presence, threatens boycott of Modi functions | ummid.com
Hooda jeered in PM's presence, threatens boycott of Modi functions | ummid.com
Hooda was continuously booed throughout his brief speech at a public function for the foundation stone-laying ceremony of a national highway connecting Haryana with Rajasthan in the presence of Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
Hooda was continuously booed throughout his brief speech at a public function for the foundation stone-laying ceremony of a national highway connecting Haryana with Rajasthan in the presence of Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
The man who would have made India the most powerful country | ummid.com
The man who would have made India the most powerful country | ummid.com
Gandhi's move to usher in a new international order for protecting the global environment for future generations and similar other proposals were unique as no one could envisage that the bipolar global order would collapse in a short time, creating opportunities for the birth of a world order which shared the concerns of everyone.
Gandhi's move to usher in a new international order for protecting the global environment for future generations and similar other proposals were unique as no one could envisage that the bipolar global order would collapse in a short time, creating opportunities for the birth of a world order which shared the concerns of everyone.
Hurriyat leader meets Pakistan envoy after talks called off | ummid.com
Hurriyat leader meets Pakistan envoy after talks called off | ummid.com
Hardline Hurriyat leader Syed Ali Shah Geelani arrived to meet the Pakistan high commissioner here Tuesday, a day after India called off the foreign secretary level talks with Pakistan over the latter's envoy holding talks with Kashmiri separatists.
Hardline Hurriyat leader Syed Ali Shah Geelani arrived to meet the Pakistan high commissioner here Tuesday, a day after India called off the foreign secretary level talks with Pakistan over the latter's envoy holding talks with Kashmiri separatists.
Diesel can be market-priced by September as crude goes under $100 | ummid.com
Diesel can be market-priced by September as crude goes under $100 | ummid.com
Meanwhile, international crude prices hovered near 14-month low of $100 a barrel as worries over conflict in Iraq eased, and as higher Libyan oil output added to ample supplies coupled with weak demand.
Meanwhile, international crude prices hovered near 14-month low of $100 a barrel as worries over conflict in Iraq eased, and as higher Libyan oil output added to ample supplies coupled with weak demand.
Monday, August 18, 2014
Saudi prince robbed of $335,000 at gunpoint in Paris | ummid.com
Saudi prince robbed of $335,000 at gunpoint in Paris | ummid.com
Kalashnikov-wielding robbers have attacked the motorcade of a Saudi prince in Paris, making off with 250,000 euros ($335,000) in cash and reportedly stealing “sensitive” documents, French police said Monday.
Kalashnikov-wielding robbers have attacked the motorcade of a Saudi prince in Paris, making off with 250,000 euros ($335,000) in cash and reportedly stealing “sensitive” documents, French police said Monday.
India's decision to call off talks setback to good ties: Pakistan | ummid.com
India's decision to call off talks setback to good ties: Pakistan | ummid.com
The statement also said that Pakistan Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif had "clearly articulated the vision of peace for developmenta and that it was in this spirit that he accepted the invitation of Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi to his swearing-in. The meeting between the two foreign secretaries was scheduled at the directive of the two prime ministers", it said.
The statement also said that Pakistan Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif had "clearly articulated the vision of peace for developmenta and that it was in this spirit that he accepted the invitation of Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi to his swearing-in. The meeting between the two foreign secretaries was scheduled at the directive of the two prime ministers", it said.
Bhagwat's Hindu nation remark dangerous indication of things to come: AAP | ummid.com
Bhagwat's Hindu nation remark dangerous indication of things to come: AAP | ummid.com
"Statement made by RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat that India is a Hindu nation and Hindutva can assimilate other religions into it, is a dangerous indication of things to come," said a statement from the AAP.
"Statement made by RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat that India is a Hindu nation and Hindutva can assimilate other religions into it, is a dangerous indication of things to come," said a statement from the AAP.
Deputy Mufti of North Ossetia in Russia shot dead | ummid.com
Deputy Mufti of North Ossetia in Russia shot dead | ummid.com
Interfax News Agency quoted, on Monday, the Russian Interior Ministry in North Ossetia as saying: “The Mufti was killed on his way home after he alighted from his car, where the killer approached him and shot him dead,” adding that investigation is underway at the scene.”
Interfax News Agency quoted, on Monday, the Russian Interior Ministry in North Ossetia as saying: “The Mufti was killed on his way home after he alighted from his car, where the killer approached him and shot him dead,” adding that investigation is underway at the scene.”
IIT-Kharagpur, American varsity to jointly design low-cost technologies | ummid.com
IIT-Kharagpur, American varsity to jointly design low-cost technologies | ummid.com
In addition to encouraging innovations and enhancing entrepreneurial skills, the University of California, San Diego (UCSD), headed by Indian-American Pradeep Khosla, an IIT-Kgp alumnus, will tie-up with the institute in medical sciences programmes too.
In addition to encouraging innovations and enhancing entrepreneurial skills, the University of California, San Diego (UCSD), headed by Indian-American Pradeep Khosla, an IIT-Kgp alumnus, will tie-up with the institute in medical sciences programmes too.
'Women seeking anti-ageing therapy to treat menopausal symptoms' | ummid.com
'Women seeking anti-ageing therapy to treat menopausal symptoms' | ummid.com
"Hormones became the panacea reported by the women. They felt that if the hormones were in order, they would be back on track," said Michael Flatt, a doctoral candidate in sociology at Case Western Reserve University.
"Hormones became the panacea reported by the women. They felt that if the hormones were in order, they would be back on track," said Michael Flatt, a doctoral candidate in sociology at Case Western Reserve University.
India calls off talks with Pakistan following envoy's meeting with separatists | ummid.com
India calls off talks with Pakistan following envoy's meeting with separatists | ummid.com
India Monday called off the foreign secretary level talks with Pakistan scheduled for Aug 25 after the latter's high commissioner Abdul Basit held talks with separatist Kashmiri leaders here.
India Monday called off the foreign secretary level talks with Pakistan scheduled for Aug 25 after the latter's high commissioner Abdul Basit held talks with separatist Kashmiri leaders here.
Backlash against US, Israeli products, Local brands reap dividends | ummid.com
Backlash against US, Israeli products, Local brands reap dividends | ummid.com
As the US and Israeli products, especially their beverages and food outlets of popular brands, face the heat following unprecedented boycott calls emanating from almost every corner of the world to protest the Zionist state’s brutal killings in Gaza, local Indian brands offering same range of products are not only registering huge gains at home but their export inquiries too are showing a surprise and pleasant rise.
As the US and Israeli products, especially their beverages and food outlets of popular brands, face the heat following unprecedented boycott calls emanating from almost every corner of the world to protest the Zionist state’s brutal killings in Gaza, local Indian brands offering same range of products are not only registering huge gains at home but their export inquiries too are showing a surprise and pleasant rise.
Competitive cities as fundamental drivers of prosperity | ummid.com
Competitive cities as fundamental drivers of prosperity | ummid.com
Cities have been the engines of growth and prosperity since time immemorial. In fact, it may be surprising to note that the rise of Europe before the industrial revolution was, in part, driven by port cities like Genoa and Venice which competed against other centers and amongst themselves for gaining competitive advantage.
Cities have been the engines of growth and prosperity since time immemorial. In fact, it may be surprising to note that the rise of Europe before the industrial revolution was, in part, driven by port cities like Genoa and Venice which competed against other centers and amongst themselves for gaining competitive advantage.
Bihar floods toll rises to nine, 11 lakh affected | ummid.com
Bihar floods toll rises to nine, 11 lakh affected | ummid.com
Sunil Kumar, an official of state disaster management department, said so far floods have claimed lives of nine people, of whom six have died in Nalanda district, which is among the worst-hit.
Sunil Kumar, an official of state disaster management department, said so far floods have claimed lives of nine people, of whom six have died in Nalanda district, which is among the worst-hit.
Six UP brides leave in-laws' homes over lack of toilets | ummid.com
Six UP brides leave in-laws' homes over lack of toilets | ummid.com
Taking their cue from Prime Minister Narendart Modi's call in his Independence Day address for a toilet in every household, especially in rural areas, the young brides protested to their husbands and in-laws over lack of such a facility.
Taking their cue from Prime Minister Narendart Modi's call in his Independence Day address for a toilet in every household, especially in rural areas, the young brides protested to their husbands and in-laws over lack of such a facility.
Tamil Nadu CM Jayalalithaa suggests two-tier tax machinery | ummid.com
Tamil Nadu CM Jayalalithaa suggests two-tier tax machinery | ummid.com
She said the central government tax machinery can focus on inter-state taxation while calling for a consensus on key and contentious issues like dual rate bonds, taxation threshold and others and setting up of independent compensation mechanism.
She said the central government tax machinery can focus on inter-state taxation while calling for a consensus on key and contentious issues like dual rate bonds, taxation threshold and others and setting up of independent compensation mechanism.
Sunday, August 17, 2014
Want glowing skin? Include vinegar in diet | ummid.com
Want glowing skin? Include vinegar in diet | ummid.com
Actress Megan Fox has said that because of her "really big sweet tooth", she'll sometimes cleanse with a combination of apple cider vinegar and water, claiming it "cleans out your system".
Actress Megan Fox has said that because of her "really big sweet tooth", she'll sometimes cleanse with a combination of apple cider vinegar and water, claiming it "cleans out your system".
English-Vinglish! | ummid.com
English-Vinglish! | ummid.com
#english#englishvinglish#sirsayyedahmedkhan#education#subhashbose#macaulay
Ladies and gentlemen, have you got over your Mid May crisis? I did. Holidays, books and mangoes, helped. So now? Ready to take the new flight?
#english#englishvinglish#sirsayyedahmedkhan#education#subhashbose#macaulay
Ladies and gentlemen, have you got over your Mid May crisis? I did. Holidays, books and mangoes, helped. So now? Ready to take the new flight?
Protesters shouting 'stop selling Israeli food' attack Tesco store in Britain | ummid.com
Protesters shouting 'stop selling Israeli food' attack Tesco store in Britain | ummid.com
The demonstrators, who wanted the supermarket to stop selling Israeli food, entered Tesco in Hodge Hill, Birmingham, Saturday and threw articles to the floor and shouted at staff and shoppers, The Telegragh reported.
The demonstrators, who wanted the supermarket to stop selling Israeli food, entered Tesco in Hodge Hill, Birmingham, Saturday and threw articles to the floor and shouted at staff and shoppers, The Telegragh reported.
Medical technology can be $50 bn industry by 2025: CII | ummid.com
Medical technology can be $50 bn industry by 2025: CII | ummid.com
"The medical technology industry in India, which is just $6.3 billion in size at present, has the potential to expand to $50 billion by 2025 if it receives the appropriate policy support from the government suggests a new report by CII," the chamber said in a statement Sunday.
"The medical technology industry in India, which is just $6.3 billion in size at present, has the potential to expand to $50 billion by 2025 if it receives the appropriate policy support from the government suggests a new report by CII," the chamber said in a statement Sunday.
Telangana launches 'Happening Hyderabad' campaign | ummid.com
Telangana launches 'Happening Hyderabad' campaign | ummid.com
The departments of tourism, information technology and industry have joined hands to launch a "Happening Hyderabad" campaign aimed at giving a fillip to "Brand Hyderabad" and enhance the quality of life of the citizens.
The departments of tourism, information technology and industry have joined hands to launch a "Happening Hyderabad" campaign aimed at giving a fillip to "Brand Hyderabad" and enhance the quality of life of the citizens.
Muslim-Jewish couple to tie knot despite threats from extremists | ummid.com
Muslim-Jewish couple to tie knot despite threats from extremists | ummid.com
An Israeli Arab man and his Jewish bride are preparing to tie the knot despite threats made in Israel against their union by the anti-Arab organization Lehava to disrupt the wedding celebration planned for Sunday night in Rishon Letzion.
An Israeli Arab man and his Jewish bride are preparing to tie the knot despite threats made in Israel against their union by the anti-Arab organization Lehava to disrupt the wedding celebration planned for Sunday night in Rishon Letzion.
Asgar Ali-Musthafa win Rally of Bangalore | ummid.com
Asgar Ali-Musthafa win Rally of Bangalore | ummid.com
S.K. Asgar Ali and his navigator M.K. Mohammad Musthafa with a total penalty of 27 seconds won the Rally of Bangalore, the third round of the FMSCI Indian National TSD Rally Championship here Sunday.
S.K. Asgar Ali and his navigator M.K. Mohammad Musthafa with a total penalty of 27 seconds won the Rally of Bangalore, the third round of the FMSCI Indian National TSD Rally Championship here Sunday.
Riot 'mastermind' says Muslims pose threat to Sri Lanka and India | ummid.com
Riot 'mastermind' says Muslims pose threat to Sri Lanka and India | ummid.com
Galagodaaththe Gnanasara Thero, General Secretary of Sri Lanka's extremist Buddhist organization Bodu Bala Sena (BBS), who is accused of being the mastermind of anti-Muslim riots, claimed that the Muslims in the island posed a threat not only to Sri Lanka but also to India.
Galagodaaththe Gnanasara Thero, General Secretary of Sri Lanka's extremist Buddhist organization Bodu Bala Sena (BBS), who is accused of being the mastermind of anti-Muslim riots, claimed that the Muslims in the island posed a threat not only to Sri Lanka but also to India.
Andhra, Telangana CMs agree to thrash out contentious issues | ummid.com
Andhra, Telangana CMs agree to thrash out contentious issues | ummid.com
Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu and his Telangana counterpart K. Chandrasekhar Rao decided to entrust the issue of bifurcation of employees to the chief secretaries of the two states.
Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu and his Telangana counterpart K. Chandrasekhar Rao decided to entrust the issue of bifurcation of employees to the chief secretaries of the two states.
BJP says Saharanpur riot report is 'politically motivated' | ummid.com
BJP says Saharanpur riot report is 'politically motivated' | ummid.com
"We do not know the veracity of this committee and its report. But the unfortunate incidents in Saharanpur could have been prevented if the administration and the state government had not shown a lackadaisical attitude," Bharatiya Janata Party's (BJP) Delhi unit spokesperson Sambit Patra told media.
"We do not know the veracity of this committee and its report. But the unfortunate incidents in Saharanpur could have been prevented if the administration and the state government had not shown a lackadaisical attitude," Bharatiya Janata Party's (BJP) Delhi unit spokesperson Sambit Patra told media.
Saturday, August 16, 2014
CNN picks UAE child prodigy among world's 8 medical whiz-kids | ummid.com
CNN picks UAE child prodigy among world's 8 medical whiz-kids | ummid.com
On the Dubai-based young mind, it said: ''It was a trip to the beach that sparked Adeeb Alblooshi's inventing career. When his father -- who had suffered from polio -- could not go swimming because of his prosthetic leg, Adeeb, then six, made him a waterproof alternative using an enhanced medical wax coating.
On the Dubai-based young mind, it said: ''It was a trip to the beach that sparked Adeeb Alblooshi's inventing career. When his father -- who had suffered from polio -- could not go swimming because of his prosthetic leg, Adeeb, then six, made him a waterproof alternative using an enhanced medical wax coating.
Makkah Clock Tower opens to tourists after Haj | ummid.com
Makkah Clock Tower opens to tourists after Haj | ummid.com
The gigantic Makkah Clock project was constructed on top of Tower No. 5 of the King Abdul Aziz Endowment Project, which consists of seven towers. The tower includes hotels on which the clock is situated.
The gigantic Makkah Clock project was constructed on top of Tower No. 5 of the King Abdul Aziz Endowment Project, which consists of seven towers. The tower includes hotels on which the clock is situated.
Plants 'talk' to each other via genes | ummid.com
Plants 'talk' to each other via genes | ummid.com
The finding by Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University (Virginia Tech) throws open the door to a new arena of science that explores how plants communicate with each other on a molecular level.
The finding by Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University (Virginia Tech) throws open the door to a new arena of science that explores how plants communicate with each other on a molecular level.
GATE 2015 online applications available from September 1 | ummid.com
GATE 2015 online applications available from September 1 | ummid.com
The application process for Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering (GATE) 2015, an all-India examination that primarily tests the comprehensive understanding of various undergraduate subjects in engineering and science, will be commencing from September 01.
The application process for Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering (GATE) 2015, an all-India examination that primarily tests the comprehensive understanding of various undergraduate subjects in engineering and science, will be commencing from September 01.
Missing sex, married women seeking affairs but not divorce | ummid.com
Missing sex, married women seeking affairs but not divorce | ummid.com
During the study, Anderson focused on 100 married females between ages 35 and 45 and their conversations with potential suitors on AshleyMadison.com, a popular website for those interested in having extra-marital affairs.
During the study, Anderson focused on 100 married females between ages 35 and 45 and their conversations with potential suitors on AshleyMadison.com, a popular website for those interested in having extra-marital affairs.
India's first skill development centre launched in Udaipur | ummid.com
India's first skill development centre launched in Udaipur | ummid.com
The chief minister said tourists who visit Rajasthan to see the splendid forts, palaces and the cultural heritage will also come to see the state's economic development and skill of the youth in future.
The chief minister said tourists who visit Rajasthan to see the splendid forts, palaces and the cultural heritage will also come to see the state's economic development and skill of the youth in future.
Muslim meat sellers beaten up in Gurgaon | ummid.com
Muslim meat sellers beaten up in Gurgaon | ummid.com
Barely a fortnight after some Muslim families were forced to flee to their natives places, two Muslims who were running a meat shop at Dundahera village were thrashed by a mob and beaten up, an incident police termed as a minor scuffle.
Barely a fortnight after some Muslim families were forced to flee to their natives places, two Muslims who were running a meat shop at Dundahera village were thrashed by a mob and beaten up, an incident police termed as a minor scuffle.
Delhi court orders attachment of Dawood's property | ummid.com
Delhi court orders attachment of Dawood's property | ummid.com
On July 30, 2013, Delhi Police filed a chargesheet in the case, alleging that Dawood Ibrahim and Chhota Shakeel, who have been controlling the betting racket in cricket in India, were behind the Indian Premier League (IPL) spot-fixing scandal.
On July 30, 2013, Delhi Police filed a chargesheet in the case, alleging that Dawood Ibrahim and Chhota Shakeel, who have been controlling the betting racket in cricket in India, were behind the Indian Premier League (IPL) spot-fixing scandal.
Wearing bikinis impedes India's becoming superpower: Goa MLA | ummid.com
Wearing bikinis impedes India's becoming superpower: Goa MLA | ummid.com
He was justifying the statement he made Thursday during the monsoon session of the state legislative assembly, when he demanded that bikinis should be worn only in specially earmarked private beaches with an entry fee of Rs 1000 to Rs 2000 and not on 'public' beaches.
He was justifying the statement he made Thursday during the monsoon session of the state legislative assembly, when he demanded that bikinis should be worn only in specially earmarked private beaches with an entry fee of Rs 1000 to Rs 2000 and not on 'public' beaches.
Maharashtra scraps escort fees levied by civic bodies | ummid.com
Maharashtra scraps escort fees levied by civic bodies | ummid.com
The escort fee - ranging from Rs.200-250 per goods vehicle - was levied by civic bodies to ensure that goods entering cities were not off-loaded within that municipal limit without paying up the requisite fees, he said.
The escort fee - ranging from Rs.200-250 per goods vehicle - was levied by civic bodies to ensure that goods entering cities were not off-loaded within that municipal limit without paying up the requisite fees, he said.
PM commissions INS Kolkata - India's largest indigenous warship | ummid.com
PM commissions INS Kolkata - India's largest indigenous warship | ummid.com
Now, India has the potential to export defence technology to the rest of the world, which is a matter of pride for the country, he added, lauding the contribution of Indian designers, engineers, technicians and strategists who worked to make the country's largest ever warship and strengthen the country's maritime defence capabilities.
Now, India has the potential to export defence technology to the rest of the world, which is a matter of pride for the country, he added, lauding the contribution of Indian designers, engineers, technicians and strategists who worked to make the country's largest ever warship and strengthen the country's maritime defence capabilities.
Bihar CM's son, woman cop in sex scandal; BJP alleges cover up | ummid.com
Bihar CM's son, woman cop in sex scandal; BJP alleges cover up | ummid.com
Praveen Manjhi along with a female cop in civil dress and his friends arrived at R.K Palace in Bodh Gaya on Tuesday evening, and booked deluxe suites for two-three hours, media reports said quoting their sources. - See more at: http://ummid.com/news/2014/August/16.08.2014/bihar-cm-son-sex-scandal.html
Praveen Manjhi along with a female cop in civil dress and his friends arrived at R.K Palace in Bodh Gaya on Tuesday evening, and booked deluxe suites for two-three hours, media reports said quoting their sources. - See more at: http://ummid.com/news/2014/August/16.08.2014/bihar-cm-son-sex-scandal.html
Friday, August 15, 2014
New drugs can dissolve kidney stones | ummid.com
New drugs can dissolve kidney stones | ummid.com
In the new study on mice, Hou and his colleagues showed that small doses of Vorinostat reduced calcium levels in the urine by more than 50 percent and magnesium levels by more than 40 percent.
In the new study on mice, Hou and his colleagues showed that small doses of Vorinostat reduced calcium levels in the urine by more than 50 percent and magnesium levels by more than 40 percent.
What controls sleep, wake up switches in brain | ummid.com
What controls sleep, wake up switches in brain | ummid.com
Know why do you feel drowsy after a bad night's sleep? The answer lies in a few nerve cells in you brain that may control the switch between internal thoughts and external distractions.
Know why do you feel drowsy after a bad night's sleep? The answer lies in a few nerve cells in you brain that may control the switch between internal thoughts and external distractions.
Anti-government marches enter Pakistan's capital | ummid.com
Anti-government marches enter Pakistan's capital | ummid.com
Cricketer-turned-politician and opposition leader Imran Khan, and religious cleric Tahir ul Qadri, who led the protesters, are later scheduled to address their supporters and express their specific demands, Xinhua reported.
Cricketer-turned-politician and opposition leader Imran Khan, and religious cleric Tahir ul Qadri, who led the protesters, are later scheduled to address their supporters and express their specific demands, Xinhua reported.
Imran Khan attacked during Pakistan anti-government march | ummid.com
Imran Khan attacked during Pakistan anti-government march | ummid.com
Khan said it was the fourth time that they were attacked by PML-N activists, adding that the Sharif brothers (Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif and Punjab Chief Minister Shahbaz Sharif) will be responsible if any untoward incident happened during the anti-government march to the capital Islamabad.
Khan said it was the fourth time that they were attacked by PML-N activists, adding that the Sharif brothers (Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif and Punjab Chief Minister Shahbaz Sharif) will be responsible if any untoward incident happened during the anti-government march to the capital Islamabad.
On Independence Day, Muslims pledge to make Mumbai drug-free | ummid.com
On Independence Day, Muslims pledge to make Mumbai drug-free | ummid.com
In a unique initiative, Muslim clerics, intellectuals and social activists Friday pledged to make Mumbai drug-free, especially the city's minority-dominated areas, on the occasion on India's 68th Independence Day.
In a unique initiative, Muslim clerics, intellectuals and social activists Friday pledged to make Mumbai drug-free, especially the city's minority-dominated areas, on the occasion on India's 68th Independence Day.
Is Narendra Modi a control-freak Prime Minister? | ummid.com
Is Narendra Modi a control-freak Prime Minister? | ummid.com
Rather, it seemed to have been done to send out a stern reminder by Narendra Modi to his own flock, lest they forgot the campaign slogan "Ab ki baar, Modi Sarkar"! (We all remember how Rajnath Singh during the campaign was quick to replace the "BJP Sarkar" poster with the "Modi Sarkar" one within just thirty minutes of posting it on twitter!)
Rather, it seemed to have been done to send out a stern reminder by Narendra Modi to his own flock, lest they forgot the campaign slogan "Ab ki baar, Modi Sarkar"! (We all remember how Rajnath Singh during the campaign was quick to replace the "BJP Sarkar" poster with the "Modi Sarkar" one within just thirty minutes of posting it on twitter!)
India's textile export up 12 percent in 2013 | ummid.com
India's textile export up 12 percent in 2013 | ummid.com
Figures obtained from Foreign Trade Statistics of India and Directorate General of Commercial Intelligence and Statistics (DGCI&S), Kolkata, the exports of clothing and textiles stood at $32.94 billion in 2011-12.
Figures obtained from Foreign Trade Statistics of India and Directorate General of Commercial Intelligence and Statistics (DGCI&S), Kolkata, the exports of clothing and textiles stood at $32.94 billion in 2011-12.
FDI in textile sector up 91 percent in 2013-14 | ummid.com
FDI in textile sector up 91 percent in 2013-14 | ummid.com
"The government is implementing various schemes to ensure the maximum utilisation of FDI in textile sector like technology upgradation fund scheme (TUFS), scheme for integrated textile parks (SITP), integrated skill development scheme (ISDS)," the ministry said.
"The government is implementing various schemes to ensure the maximum utilisation of FDI in textile sector like technology upgradation fund scheme (TUFS), scheme for integrated textile parks (SITP), integrated skill development scheme (ISDS)," the ministry said.
Muslims should reconsider attitude towards Modi government: IICC chief | ummid.com
Muslims should reconsider attitude towards Modi government: IICC chief | ummid.com
Sirajuddin Qureshi, president of the India Islamic Cultural Centre (IICC), in his address to community leaders on the occasion of the country's 68th Independence Day, referred to his recent meeting with Prime Minister Narendra Modi, a statement from the IICC said.
Sirajuddin Qureshi, president of the India Islamic Cultural Centre (IICC), in his address to community leaders on the occasion of the country's 68th Independence Day, referred to his recent meeting with Prime Minister Narendra Modi, a statement from the IICC said.
Will Modi's own camp accept his I-Day advice? | ummid.com
Will Modi's own camp accept his I-Day advice? | ummid.com
As it follows President Pranab Mukherjee's condemnation of the "poison-drips" of bigotry in his broadcast on the eve of Independence Day, it is evident that the government is focussing on the rising communal temperature, particularly in Uttar Pradesh, which has been discussed in parliament.
As it follows President Pranab Mukherjee's condemnation of the "poison-drips" of bigotry in his broadcast on the eve of Independence Day, it is evident that the government is focussing on the rising communal temperature, particularly in Uttar Pradesh, which has been discussed in parliament.
Impressive, but lets walk the talk: Delhiites on Modi speech | ummid.com
Impressive, but lets walk the talk: Delhiites on Modi speech | ummid.com
"Modi's speech was replete with contrasts, tripling and rhythmic power - that make speeches memorable. What was noteworthy is his striking a chord of unity throughout his address to the nation - a chord that can truly inspire nation building," Das, 40, told IANS.
"Modi's speech was replete with contrasts, tripling and rhythmic power - that make speeches memorable. What was noteworthy is his striking a chord of unity throughout his address to the nation - a chord that can truly inspire nation building," Das, 40, told IANS.
Thursday, August 14, 2014
Let's build a new India, Modi says in I-Day address | ummid.com
Let's build a new India, Modi says in I-Day address | ummid.com
Admits faults within, announces burial of Planning Commission; calls on neighbouring countries to team up with India to battle poverty
In his maiden Independence Day address, Prime Minister Narendra Modi urged people to work for a new and clean India by shedding the "poison" of communalism and making the country the world's manufacturing hub.
Admits faults within, announces burial of Planning Commission; calls on neighbouring countries to team up with India to battle poverty
In his maiden Independence Day address, Prime Minister Narendra Modi urged people to work for a new and clean India by shedding the "poison" of communalism and making the country the world's manufacturing hub.
Planning Commission will be axed, replaced: Modi | ummid.com
Planning Commission will be axed, replaced: Modi | ummid.com
Being a former chief minister himself who had to knock on the doors of the commission for money, Modi said the importance of federalism in India was increasing and institutions must address this reality.
Being a former chief minister himself who had to knock on the doors of the commission for money, Modi said the importance of federalism in India was increasing and institutions must address this reality.
Newborns' genetic 'tweet' can spot bacterial infections | ummid.com
Newborns' genetic 'tweet' can spot bacterial infections | ummid.com
Through meticulous code-breaking, the scientists were able to decipher with close to 100 percent accuracy the signals generated by an infant's genome that specifically tell that they are suffering from sepsis.
Through meticulous code-breaking, the scientists were able to decipher with close to 100 percent accuracy the signals generated by an infant's genome that specifically tell that they are suffering from sepsis.
Modi hoists tricolour at Red Fort, describes himself as 'Pradhan Sevak' | ummid.com
Modi hoists tricolour at Red Fort, describes himself as 'Pradhan Sevak' | ummid.com
Urges Indians to give up "poison" of casteism and communalism, and embrace unity for the country's progress
Prime Minister Narendra Modi Friday hoisted the tricolour at the Red Fort on 68th Independence Day. Delivering his first Independence Day speech at the Red Fort here, Prime Minister Narendra Modi described himself as the country's "Pradhan Sevak".
Urges Indians to give up "poison" of casteism and communalism, and embrace unity for the country's progress
Prime Minister Narendra Modi Friday hoisted the tricolour at the Red Fort on 68th Independence Day. Delivering his first Independence Day speech at the Red Fort here, Prime Minister Narendra Modi described himself as the country's "Pradhan Sevak".
Twitter premieres Michael Jackson's new video | ummid.com
Twitter premieres Michael Jackson's new video | ummid.com
"Music is the No. 1 most discussed subject on Twitter in the US, and 50 percent of all of our users follow at least one musician," Twitter spokesperson Shavone Charles was quoted as saying.
"Music is the No. 1 most discussed subject on Twitter in the US, and 50 percent of all of our users follow at least one musician," Twitter spokesperson Shavone Charles was quoted as saying.
Government to promote sales of electric vehicles | ummid.com
Government to promote sales of electric vehicles | ummid.com
According to Ministry of Heavy Industries and Public Enterprises, the union cabinet is looking at the National Electric Mobility Mission 2020 which has been proposed for expenditure finance committee (EFC).
According to Ministry of Heavy Industries and Public Enterprises, the union cabinet is looking at the National Electric Mobility Mission 2020 which has been proposed for expenditure finance committee (EFC).
Parliament passes constitution amendment bill to end collegium | ummid.com
Parliament passes constitution amendment bill to end collegium | ummid.com
The Rajya Sabha Thursday unanimously passed the Constitution (99th Amendment) Bill to do away with the collegium system of appointing Supreme Court and high court judges, a day after the Lok Sabha passed the bill.
The Rajya Sabha Thursday unanimously passed the Constitution (99th Amendment) Bill to do away with the collegium system of appointing Supreme Court and high court judges, a day after the Lok Sabha passed the bill.
Be ready to pay if your ATM withdrawals exceed five a month | ummid.com
Be ready to pay if your ATM withdrawals exceed five a month | ummid.com
"Taking into account the scope for cross-subsidisation and with a view to ensuring more transparency in pricing of such transactions, banks have been advised to provide their savings bank account holders with at least five free transactions per month at their own ATM," the apex bank said.
"Taking into account the scope for cross-subsidisation and with a view to ensuring more transparency in pricing of such transactions, banks have been advised to provide their savings bank account holders with at least five free transactions per month at their own ATM," the apex bank said.
Wednesday, August 13, 2014
Yuvan Shankar Raja: Had very special feelings after reading Quran | ummid.com
Yuvan Shankar Raja: Had very special feelings after reading Quran | ummid.com
Yuvan Shankar Raja, India's youngest composer, and the legend Ilaiyaraaja's younger son, who announced his conversion to Islam February this year, said he had a very special feelings after reading Quran for the first time.
Yuvan Shankar Raja, India's youngest composer, and the legend Ilaiyaraaja's younger son, who announced his conversion to Islam February this year, said he had a very special feelings after reading Quran for the first time.
'We have forgotten richness of India's plurality' | ummid.com
'We have forgotten richness of India's plurality' | ummid.com
The 88-year-old public intellectual was discussing his new book "Post Haste: Quintessential India"(Tranquebar; Rs. 1,295) at the India International Centre here Wednesday evening where his emphasised that "deliberate fortification of history" has made younger generation ignorant about our rich and vibrant past.
The 88-year-old public intellectual was discussing his new book "Post Haste: Quintessential India"(Tranquebar; Rs. 1,295) at the India International Centre here Wednesday evening where his emphasised that "deliberate fortification of history" has made younger generation ignorant about our rich and vibrant past.
Why do we miss typos in own writings | ummid.com
Why do we miss typos in own writings | ummid.com
As with all high-level tasks, your brain generalises simple, component parts (like turning letters into words and words into sentences) so it can focus on more complex tasks (like combining sentences into complex ideas).
As with all high-level tasks, your brain generalises simple, component parts (like turning letters into words and words into sentences) so it can focus on more complex tasks (like combining sentences into complex ideas).
AMU Engineering Hall for Girls renamed after Prophet Mohammad's daughter | ummid.com
AMU Engineering Hall for Girls renamed after Prophet Mohammad's daughter | ummid.com
In a touching tribute to Prophet Mohammad's daughter, and in an attempt to show her as role-model to girl students, the Aligarh Muslim University (AMU) Executive Council renamed the Engineering Hall for Girls as 'Bibi Fatima Hall'.
In a touching tribute to Prophet Mohammad's daughter, and in an attempt to show her as role-model to girl students, the Aligarh Muslim University (AMU) Executive Council renamed the Engineering Hall for Girls as 'Bibi Fatima Hall'.
Petrol rates cut by over Rs.2 per litre from Aug 15 | ummid.com
Petrol rates cut by over Rs.2 per litre from Aug 15 | ummid.com
Since the last price change, while international petrol prices have further declined, the rupee-US dollar exchange rate has significantly depreciated, all of which warranted a lowering of prices, Indian Oil said.
Since the last price change, while international petrol prices have further declined, the rupee-US dollar exchange rate has significantly depreciated, all of which warranted a lowering of prices, Indian Oil said.
India: Judges' collegium system on its way out | ummid.com
India: Judges' collegium system on its way out | ummid.com
The Lok Sabha passed the Constitution (99th Amendment) Bill and the National Judicial Appointment Commission (NJAC) Bill 2014 after Law and Justice Minister Ravi Shankar Prasad assured the members that the government does not have any intention of interfering in the functioning of the judiciary.
The Lok Sabha passed the Constitution (99th Amendment) Bill and the National Judicial Appointment Commission (NJAC) Bill 2014 after Law and Justice Minister Ravi Shankar Prasad assured the members that the government does not have any intention of interfering in the functioning of the judiciary.
Appeasing the Relatives: Article of Faith in Islam | ummid.com
Appeasing the Relatives: Article of Faith in Islam | ummid.com
Closer the relationship more intense is the obligation and bigger is the sin for pausing or laying off the relationship. As per divine scheme Zawil Arhaam has been made internally self-sufficient. In a kaleidoscope, turning around the cylinder in a circular motion shows different designs and colour combinations.
Closer the relationship more intense is the obligation and bigger is the sin for pausing or laying off the relationship. As per divine scheme Zawil Arhaam has been made internally self-sufficient. In a kaleidoscope, turning around the cylinder in a circular motion shows different designs and colour combinations.
In a Commonwealth first, Trinidad and Tobago votes for two-term PM | ummid.com
In a Commonwealth first, Trinidad and Tobago votes for two-term PM | ummid.com
"These are promises we kept and we are keeping the promises because they make for better governance and place more power in the hands of the people," she said while pointing out that there were four official government reports proposing constitutional reforms through successive administrations from 1974 to 2010.
"These are promises we kept and we are keeping the promises because they make for better governance and place more power in the hands of the people," she said while pointing out that there were four official government reports proposing constitutional reforms through successive administrations from 1974 to 2010.
Tuesday, August 12, 2014
'Indian Internet users to surpass US in 2014' | ummid.com
'Indian Internet users to surpass US in 2014' | ummid.com
He mentioned that it took the country 10 years to go from 10 million Internet users to 100 million Internet users. Now the country is adding five million new Internet users every month. India now has over 200 million Internet users.
He mentioned that it took the country 10 years to go from 10 million Internet users to 100 million Internet users. Now the country is adding five million new Internet users every month. India now has over 200 million Internet users.
Barcode scanning app being used to boycott Israel | ummid.com
Barcode scanning app being used to boycott Israel | ummid.com
Accepting to the boycott Israel calls to protest its offensive against the Palestinians, people are using 'Buycott' - an application that allows users to identify the source of products instantly so that purchases do not conflict with their beliefs.
Accepting to the boycott Israel calls to protest its offensive against the Palestinians, people are using 'Buycott' - an application that allows users to identify the source of products instantly so that purchases do not conflict with their beliefs.
Government bats for parliament's supremacy, Congress to seek amendment | ummid.com
Government bats for parliament's supremacy, Congress to seek amendment | ummid.com
Congress spokesperson Abhishek Manu Singhvi told the media: "We are going to seek some amendments. We are not against the basic bill. We are not against the object sought to be achieved and we are not against the spirit. All those three things are ours but remember there are two or three significant substantive changes in the clauses."
Congress spokesperson Abhishek Manu Singhvi told the media: "We are going to seek some amendments. We are not against the basic bill. We are not against the object sought to be achieved and we are not against the spirit. All those three things are ours but remember there are two or three significant substantive changes in the clauses."
SC summons anti-cervical cancer vaccine nod records | ummid.com
SC summons anti-cervical cancer vaccine nod records | ummid.com
The court further asked that the questions that cause concern are whether before vaccine for cervical cancer was accepted as a drug in India, did Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) and Director General Drug Controller (DGDC) followed the procedure for its introduction.
The court further asked that the questions that cause concern are whether before vaccine for cervical cancer was accepted as a drug in India, did Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) and Director General Drug Controller (DGDC) followed the procedure for its introduction.
Modi attacks Pakistan, says it's waging proxy war | ummid.com
Modi attacks Pakistan, says it's waging proxy war | ummid.com
Addressing about 6,000 people at Kargil, Modi paid compliments to the region, the site of a India-Pakistan conflict in 1999. "Today I am hearing the sound of claps. When I came earlier, we heard the sound of guns."
Addressing about 6,000 people at Kargil, Modi paid compliments to the region, the site of a India-Pakistan conflict in 1999. "Today I am hearing the sound of claps. When I came earlier, we heard the sound of guns."
Vidarbha woman hurls slipper at Maharashtra Dy CM Ajit Pawar, misses | ummid.com
Vidarbha woman hurls slipper at Maharashtra Dy CM Ajit Pawar, misses | ummid.com
Pawar did not react to the incident. Later, he commented that the demand for a separate Vidarbha state is not being raised by people of the region, for which the state government had allocated huge developmental funds.
Pawar did not react to the incident. Later, he commented that the demand for a separate Vidarbha state is not being raised by people of the region, for which the state government had allocated huge developmental funds.
Is ‘Hindu’ our National Identity? | ummid.com
Is ‘Hindu’ our National Identity? | ummid.com
The RSS Supremo Mohan Bhagwat went on the reiterate that "The entire world recognizes Indians as Hindus therefore India is a Hindu state. This is a very simple thing, if inhabitants of England are English, those of Germany are Germans and USA is Americans, all those who live in Hindustan are known as Hindus."
The RSS Supremo Mohan Bhagwat went on the reiterate that "The entire world recognizes Indians as Hindus therefore India is a Hindu state. This is a very simple thing, if inhabitants of England are English, those of Germany are Germans and USA is Americans, all those who live in Hindustan are known as Hindus."
A campaign in UAE to bring Indians, Pakistanis closer | ummid.com
A campaign in UAE to bring Indians, Pakistanis closer | ummid.com
Tanya Daud, whose father is from India and mother from Pakistan, has launched 'Baat Karain' or 'Let's Talk' to help expats from India and shatter myths about each other's community through communication, The National reported Monday.
Tanya Daud, whose father is from India and mother from Pakistan, has launched 'Baat Karain' or 'Let's Talk' to help expats from India and shatter myths about each other's community through communication, The National reported Monday.
Recent Maharashtra, UP riots were staged: Sonia Gandhi | ummid.com
Recent Maharashtra, UP riots were staged: Sonia Gandhi | ummid.com
"Nothing less than 600 incidents of communal violence in UP and perhaps as many in Maharashtra... These indeed are created deliberately to divide our society along religious lines, so we should do our bit to create a pluralistic society," said Gandhi, while addressing party leaders at the state Congress headquarters here.
"Nothing less than 600 incidents of communal violence in UP and perhaps as many in Maharashtra... These indeed are created deliberately to divide our society along religious lines, so we should do our bit to create a pluralistic society," said Gandhi, while addressing party leaders at the state Congress headquarters here.
Monday, August 11, 2014
Why this 'sarkari' fetish for Turkish towels? | ummid.com
Why this 'sarkari' fetish for Turkish towels? | ummid.com
The chair in question can be among the most cozy ones with expensive Italian leather as part of its upholstery or the heavy iron ones with inter-woven plastic cane for the backrest and the seat. But none seems complete without that Turkish bathroom towel.
The chair in question can be among the most cozy ones with expensive Italian leather as part of its upholstery or the heavy iron ones with inter-woven plastic cane for the backrest and the seat. But none seems complete without that Turkish bathroom towel.
Abadi to be new Iraq PM; Maliki vows to fix nomination mistake | ummid.com
Abadi to be new Iraq PM; Maliki vows to fix nomination mistake | ummid.com
Iraqi President Fuad Masoum Monday asked Deputy Speaker Haidar al-Abadi to form the next government but the politicians allied to outgoing Prime Minister Nuri al-Maliki rejected the premier-designate, raising concerns about a political struggle in the country facing insurgency from Sunni jihadists.
Iraqi President Fuad Masoum Monday asked Deputy Speaker Haidar al-Abadi to form the next government but the politicians allied to outgoing Prime Minister Nuri al-Maliki rejected the premier-designate, raising concerns about a political struggle in the country facing insurgency from Sunni jihadists.
Gaza war tweets bring social media fame to Palestinian teen | ummid.com
Gaza war tweets bring social media fame to Palestinian teen | ummid.com
The 16-year-old's prolific posts on Twitter have made her a social media sensation through the month-old conflict. Once a little known high school athlete, Baker's following on the Web site has jumped from a mere 800 to a whopping 166,000.
The 16-year-old's prolific posts on Twitter have made her a social media sensation through the month-old conflict. Once a little known high school athlete, Baker's following on the Web site has jumped from a mere 800 to a whopping 166,000.
Pesticides in Indian tea, says Greenpeace; Tea Board denies | ummid.com
Pesticides in Indian tea, says Greenpeace; Tea Board denies | ummid.com
Between June 2013 and May 2014, Greenpeace India said it tested samples of 49 branded packaged teas from eight of the top 11 companies that dominate the branded tea market in India and which also export to countries like Russia, Britain, the US, the UAE and Iran.
Between June 2013 and May 2014, Greenpeace India said it tested samples of 49 branded packaged teas from eight of the top 11 companies that dominate the branded tea market in India and which also export to countries like Russia, Britain, the US, the UAE and Iran.
Sedition charges against TRS MP for J&K, Hyderabad accession remarks | ummid.com
Sedition charges against TRS MP for J&K, Hyderabad accession remarks | ummid.com
Kavitha has been booked under charges of sedition, promoting enmity between different groups and doing acts prejudicial maintenance of harmony, for statements conducing to public mischief, under various sections of the Indian Penal Code.
Kavitha has been booked under charges of sedition, promoting enmity between different groups and doing acts prejudicial maintenance of harmony, for statements conducing to public mischief, under various sections of the Indian Penal Code.
Don't run down collegium system: Chief Justice Lodha | ummid.com
Don't run down collegium system: Chief Justice Lodha | ummid.com
Defending the collegium system, Chief Justice Lodha said that he was the first of the judges to be appointed under the collegium system and at present all the judges of the supreme court and the high courts are the products of the collegium system.
Defending the collegium system, Chief Justice Lodha said that he was the first of the judges to be appointed under the collegium system and at present all the judges of the supreme court and the high courts are the products of the collegium system.
Government introduces bill in LS to scrap collegium system | ummid.com
Government introduces bill in LS to scrap collegium system | ummid.com
The judicial appointments commission bill seeks to regulate the procedure to be followed for recommending people for appointment as Chief Justice of India and other judges of the Supreme Court as well as the high courts and their transfer.
The judicial appointments commission bill seeks to regulate the procedure to be followed for recommending people for appointment as Chief Justice of India and other judges of the Supreme Court as well as the high courts and their transfer.
Rajya Sabha disrupted over WTO statements | ummid.com
Rajya Sabha disrupted over WTO statements | ummid.com
Leader of Opposition Ghulam Nabi Azad said the stand that India took at the 2013 Ninth WTO Ministerial Conference in Bali, Indonesia, was appreciated across the world on the issue of food security and stocking food for that.
Leader of Opposition Ghulam Nabi Azad said the stand that India took at the 2013 Ninth WTO Ministerial Conference in Bali, Indonesia, was appreciated across the world on the issue of food security and stocking food for that.
'Sponge' plastic to soak up CO2, reduce pollution | ummid.com
'Sponge' plastic to soak up CO2, reduce pollution | ummid.com
The material, which is a brown, sand-like powder, is made by linking together many small carbon-based molecules into a network and the idea to use this structure was inspired by polystyrene, a plastic used in styrofoam and other packaging material.
The material, which is a brown, sand-like powder, is made by linking together many small carbon-based molecules into a network and the idea to use this structure was inspired by polystyrene, a plastic used in styrofoam and other packaging material.
British politics in turmoil over Gaza | ummid.com
British politics in turmoil over Gaza | ummid.com
Baroness Warsi is asking the Cameron government to recognise Palestine as a state and impose an arms embargo on Israel. "Our approach and language during the current crisis in Gaza is morally indefensible," she said. "It is not in Britain's national interest and will have a long term detrimental impact on our reputation internationally and domestically."
Baroness Warsi is asking the Cameron government to recognise Palestine as a state and impose an arms embargo on Israel. "Our approach and language during the current crisis in Gaza is morally indefensible," she said. "It is not in Britain's national interest and will have a long term detrimental impact on our reputation internationally and domestically."
Sunday, August 10, 2014
Petrol pumps in Maharashtra go on strike | ummid.com
Petrol pumps in Maharashtra go on strike | ummid.com
The Federation of All Maharashtra Petrol Dealers' Association (FAMPEDA) is strongly opposed to various taxes, including octroi, local body tax (LBT) and others which hike the petrol-diesel prices in the state by around Rs.5-7 per litre.l
The Federation of All Maharashtra Petrol Dealers' Association (FAMPEDA) is strongly opposed to various taxes, including octroi, local body tax (LBT) and others which hike the petrol-diesel prices in the state by around Rs.5-7 per litre.l
Body found at ex-minister Kumari Selja's Delhi home | ummid.com
Body found at ex-minister Kumari Selja's Delhi home | ummid.com
The body of a 42-year-old man was found at Congress leader and a former minister Kumari Selja's house here Monday, police said.
The body of a 42-year-old man was found at Congress leader and a former minister Kumari Selja's house here Monday, police said.
Muzaffar Ali gives sneak peak into new film via ramp show | ummid.com
Muzaffar Ali gives sneak peak into new film via ramp show | ummid.com
As part of their show at IBFW Sunday night, they amalgamated the best of the brand's past collections over the last five years. The ensembles were then evolved and detailed to the next level of refinement and perfection.
As part of their show at IBFW Sunday night, they amalgamated the best of the brand's past collections over the last five years. The ensembles were then evolved and detailed to the next level of refinement and perfection.
Tayyip Erdogan Erdogan elected 12th president of Turkey | ummid.com
Tayyip Erdogan Erdogan elected 12th president of Turkey | ummid.com
Turkey's Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdogan elected 12th president of Turkey in first presidential poll decided by popular vote, local news agency Anadolu Agecny reported.
Turkey's Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdogan elected 12th president of Turkey in first presidential poll decided by popular vote, local news agency Anadolu Agecny reported.
Tayyip Erdogan leading in Turkey presidential poll | ummid.com
Tayyip Erdogan leading in Turkey presidential poll | ummid.com
Turkey's Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdogan has surged into the lead in the country's first direct presidential election, early vote counts suggest. After almost half of the votes were counted, Erdogan got 56 percent of the votes, MENA news agency cited Turkish media as saying.
Turkey's Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdogan has surged into the lead in the country's first direct presidential election, early vote counts suggest. After almost half of the votes were counted, Erdogan got 56 percent of the votes, MENA news agency cited Turkish media as saying.
Online registration for Common Admission Test (CAT 2014) begins | ummid.com
Online registration for Common Admission Test (CAT 2014) begins | ummid.com
The online registrations for Common Admission Test (CAT), conducted for admissions to MBA programmes at Indian Institutes of Management (IIMs) and other institutes across the country has begun, officials said.
The online registrations for Common Admission Test (CAT), conducted for admissions to MBA programmes at Indian Institutes of Management (IIMs) and other institutes across the country has begun, officials said.
Money matters: Students caught in Telangana-Andhra crossfire | ummid.com
Money matters: Students caught in Telangana-Andhra crossfire | ummid.com
While the Supreme Court's direction early this week to complete admissions in engineering colleges by Aug 31 came as a relief to the students, the lack of clarity over fee reimbursement is still causing anxiety to thousands who passed Engineering, Agriculture and Medical Common Entrance Test (EAMCET).
While the Supreme Court's direction early this week to complete admissions in engineering colleges by Aug 31 came as a relief to the students, the lack of clarity over fee reimbursement is still causing anxiety to thousands who passed Engineering, Agriculture and Medical Common Entrance Test (EAMCET).
Money matters: Students caught in Telangana-Andhra crossfire | ummid.com
Money matters: Students caught in Telangana-Andhra crossfire | ummid.com
While the Supreme Court's direction early this week to complete admissions in engineering colleges by Aug 31 came as a relief to the students, the lack of clarity over fee reimbursement is still causing anxiety to thousands who passed Engineering, Agriculture and Medical Common Entrance Test (EAMCET).
While the Supreme Court's direction early this week to complete admissions in engineering colleges by Aug 31 came as a relief to the students, the lack of clarity over fee reimbursement is still causing anxiety to thousands who passed Engineering, Agriculture and Medical Common Entrance Test (EAMCET).
Tension after prisoners-police clash, jail official transferred | ummid.com
Tension after prisoners-police clash, jail official transferred | ummid.com
The trouble started when jail officials tried to disperse a group of angry prisoners who were protesting against shifting of former Maoists Santosh Jha and Samrat Choudhary from the prison.
The trouble started when jail officials tried to disperse a group of angry prisoners who were protesting against shifting of former Maoists Santosh Jha and Samrat Choudhary from the prison.
Muslim named as new Central African Republic Prime Minister | ummid.com
Muslim named as new Central African Republic Prime Minister | ummid.com
Mahamat Kamoun, previously a special adviser to President Catherine Samba-Panza, a Christian, will lead a transitional government after being nominated by presidential decree. - See more at: http://ummid.com/news/2014/August/10.08.2014/muslim-named-as-car-pm.html
Mahamat Kamoun, previously a special adviser to President Catherine Samba-Panza, a Christian, will lead a transitional government after being nominated by presidential decree. - See more at: http://ummid.com/news/2014/August/10.08.2014/muslim-named-as-car-pm.html
Kolkata policewoman dance with Shahrukh Khan, draws flak | ummid.com
Kolkata policewoman dance with Shahrukh Khan, draws flak | ummid.com
With a bevy of actors and actresses being a regular feature of government and Trinamool Congress-organised programmes, BJP state president Rahul Sinha said Banerjee's entry into politics was a mistake.
With a bevy of actors and actresses being a regular feature of government and Trinamool Congress-organised programmes, BJP state president Rahul Sinha said Banerjee's entry into politics was a mistake.
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