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Articles 25321 through 25420 of 53943:
- The Army Mindset (Tribune, Brig A.C. Prem (retd), Jan 21, 2006)
Janowitz, a management guru, once remarked: “The contemporary military establishment has for some time tended more and more to display characteristics typical of any large-scale non-military bureaucracy”.
- Difficulties Ahead Of Nuclear Pact With India: U.S. (Reuters, Palash Kumar, Jan 21, 2006)
The United States said on Friday there were difficulties in realising a landmark agreement on cooperation in civil nuclear energy with India but it was hopeful of clinching the deal.
- Court & Parliament At Loggerheads (Dawn, Kuldip Nayar, Jan 21, 2006)
It is ironical that the biggest challenge to the Indian constitution has come in January, the month in which the country introduced it, as far back as 1950, to become a republic. Unfortunately, the challenge is developing into some sort of a . . .
- Shaukat Reflects Nation’S Anger (Pakistan Observer, Editorial, Pakistan Observer, Jan 21, 2006)
Prime Minister Shaukat Aziz has minced no words in telling his American audience that the recent attack in Bajaur is ‘regrettable and we have condemned it, and we cannot condone the loss of innocent lives.’ He once again reiterated that Pakistan . . .
- Centre Can Consider Corporatising The Iims (The Financial Express, YRK REDDY, Jan 21, 2006)
If the previous government’s move against the hike in fee was lambasted as being hawkish, intrusive and much more, the stand of the current government on IIM Bangalore’s move for an offshore facility has met a similar fate.
- Global Challenges, Local Solutions (Dawn, Syed Mohibullah Shah, Jan 21, 2006)
WHAT is the future for an economic system that is not an efficient producer of goods and services in the globalized economy?
- Looking Homeward (The Financial Express, Correspondent or Reporter, Jan 21, 2006)
The Securities and Exchange Board of India (Sebi) has been under pressure to simplify fund-raising by listed firms through follow-on issues.
- Royally Wrong (The Economic Times, Editorial, Economic Times, Jan 21, 2006)
The concern that New Delhi has expressed over the monarchy’s recent crackdown on pro-democracy forces in Nepal is very touching.
- Ingredients Of An Integrated Energy Policy (The Financial Express, NK SINGH, Jan 21, 2006)
Every now and then when oil prices are high, we wake up to emphasise on non-conventional energy. We also begin to realise the need for an integrated energy policy.
- Annan Urges Iran To Resume Talks With Eu (Daily Times, Correspondent or Reporter, Jan 21, 2006)
UN secretary general says Iran should stop fuel research
UN Secretary General Kofi Annan on Thursday urged Iran to scrap its controversial decision to resume nuclear-fuel research, then return to negotiations over its nuclear ambitions.
- Defreezing Accounts (Daily Excelsior, M L Kotru, Jan 21, 2006)
First it was the Law Minister Hansraj Bhardwaj, not strictly a man of law given his past track record in other capacities. A lawyer he may have been but he has always been a loyal servant of the Gandhi parivar.
- India Wishes Democracy In Nepal (Daily Excelsior, Krishna Pradhan, Jan 21, 2006)
The Indian ambassador to Nepal, Mr. Shiv Shankar Mukherjee, is in Delhi for consultations as the situation in the Himalayan Kingdom deteriorates day by day, and the Maoist violence against the government has increased and rallies . . .
- Iran Comparing Its Nuke Programme With India "Outrageous": Us (Press Trust of India, Correspondent or Reporter, Jan 21, 2006)
Terming as "outrageous" Iran's comparison of its nuclear programme with India, the US today said Tehran needs to face the "penalty" as it had crossed "so many international red lines."
- ‘The Kashmiri Shawl: From Jamavar To Paisley’: A Many Splendoured Thing (Daily Times, Mariam Mushtaq, Jan 21, 2006)
Sherry Rehman, politician cum author, holds Lahoris spellbound
Friday evening was one of those rare occasions in Lahore when the intelligentsia and the glitterati of the city came together under one roof.
- Boost In Exports (Pakistan Observer, Editorial, Pakistan Observer, Jan 21, 2006)
Pakistan's export of merchandise rose by 31.1 per cent in December 2005 and 23.8 per cent during the first half of the fiscal year 2005-06, over the same periods last year. The data released by the Commerce Ministry indicates that the country’s . . .
- Back To Realism? (Daily Excelsior, Editorial, Daily Excelsior, Jan 21, 2006)
The National Conference's initial euphoria over the change of Chief Minister in the State is gradually fading.
- Enhancing Literacy Rate (Pakistan Observer, Editorial, Pakistan Observer, Jan 21, 2006)
National Commission for Human Development through its Universal Primary Education Programme and adult literacy initiatives is aiming at realizing 85% literacy rate in the country by the year 2009, four year ahead of schedule. Stating this, . . .
- Iran Will Be Taught A Lesson: Burns (Daily Times, Iftikhar Gilani, Jan 21, 2006)
US undersecretary of state calls Iran ‘a world threat’
Calls Iran’s N-programme outrageous
Admits ‘complexities’ in India-US talks
- Insecurity In Waziristan (Dawn, Editorial, Dawn, Jan 21, 2006)
Reports from our correspondents that insecurity is forcing people in Waziristan to migrate are highly disturbing.
- Al Qaeda Warning: United States Will Not Beef Up Security (Daily Times, Correspondent or Reporter, Jan 21, 2006)
No credible intelligence indicating a looming terrorist attack’
- Peace Process Grinds On (Dawn, Afzaal Mahmood, Jan 21, 2006)
Some recent developments have dealt a hefty blow to the ongoing Pakistan-India peace process. If the decision makers in Islamabad and New Delhi do not act quickly to restore the health of bilateral relations, the peace process will soon find itself . . .
- Dharam Offers To Resign (Deccan Herald, Correspondent or Reporter, Jan 21, 2006)
Chief Minister N Dharam Singh on Friday sounded optimistic about saving the coalition with the support of Janata Dal (Secular) supremo H D Deve Gowda, but JD(S) working president H D Kumaraswamy ruled out any reversal of his plans to . . .
- Nuke Deal: India, Us Look Forward But Admit It’S Long Haul (Indian Express, Pranab Dhal Samanta, Jan 21, 2006)
Faced with a tight deadline before US President George W Bush arrives in early March, Indian and US negotiators on the nuclear deal parted on a positive note today agreeing that a lot needs to be done and aware that a political push on either side could s
- Sustained Dialogue (Deccan Herald, Correspondent or Reporter, Jan 21, 2006)
Both countries must take each other’s concerns seriously
The third round of the India-Pakistan composite dialogue has concluded with the two sides reiterating their commitment to dialogue as the means to resolve contentious issues.
- Target Al-Qaeda Misfires (Deccan Herald, Shyam Bhatia, Jan 21, 2006)
The US government’s refusal to accept formal responsibility for last Friday’s missile attack on the Pakistani village of Damadola is only one of the unexplained elements of the latest attempt to identify and kill the top echelons of Al-Qaeda hiding along
- Nuclear Agreement: India And Us Stick To Their Guns (Deccan Herald, Correspondent or Reporter, Jan 21, 2006)
An Indo-US understanding on the implementation of the July 18 bilateral civilian nuclear energy cooperation agreement eluded top negotiators from the two sides as New Delhi appeared determined to insulate its would-be military nuclear facilities . . .
- Reaping The Reserves (Indian Express, Correspondent or Reporter, Jan 21, 2006)
Saudi Arabia’s King Abdullah arrives in Delhi next week for the Republic Day parade. How much oil does his country really have, asks Leonardo Maugeri
- India For Consensus On Iran (Deccan Herald, K Subrahmanya, Jan 21, 2006)
With the Left partners breathing down its neck, the Manmohan Singh government on Friday said the international community should avoid a confrontationist course on Iran’s nuclear issue and favoured a broad international consensual approach to address....
- I’M Waiting For Nod To Exit: Dharam (Indian Express, JOHNSON T A, Jan 21, 2006)
UP against a daunting task to prove his majority in the Karnataka Legislative Assembly, Chief Minister Dharam Singh on Friday indicated he would relinquish his post before January 27, if the Congress high command gives its nod.
- India Takes Steps On To The World Stage (Times Online (UK), Edotorial, Times Online, Jan 20, 2006)
Trade delegations do not always return bearing much more than holiday souvenirs but the one currently in India is looking promising. The prospect of the country liberalising its approach to overseas retailers, as the Commerce Minister is . . .
- Pirates Threaten Lives Of Somalia's Poor (Hindu, Jeevan Vasagar, Jan 20, 2006)
The hijacking of cargo ships is on the increase, threatening trade and humanitarian aid.
The raiders striking increasingly further from the coastline
The number of attacks rose from 2 in 2004 to 35 in 2005
- Why Threats Against Iran Will Not Work (Hindu, Atul Aneja , Jan 20, 2006)
Threats to haul Iran to the Security Council on the nuclear issue could see Teheran harden its stand.
- Latin America Veers Left (Hindu, Editorial, The Hindu, Jan 20, 2006)
The election of Michelle Bachelet as President of Chile is another important milestone in the advance of the Left in Latin American politics.
- Saran, Burns Hold Talks On Nuclear Deal (Hindu, Correspondent or Reporter, Jan 20, 2006)
Separation of nuclear facilities figures in discussions
Separation is an enormously difficult task, admits Burns
India shares concerns about the nature of Iran's nuclear programme, says German official
- Clemenceau: Media Interest In France (Hindu, VAIJU NARAVANE, Jan 20, 2006)
Egypt is determining whether the ship is in violation of the Basel Convention
- Rbi Quarterly Review — No Sparks Expected! (Business Line, A. Seshan, Jan 20, 2006)
There is obviously a tightening of liquidity in the banking system. Reverse repo transactions have come down considerably from past highs and the appetite for government securities has declined. While thishas implications for banks' asset-liability . . .
- Ongc, Shell Tie Up For Oil Exploration (Business Standard, Correspondent or Reporter, Jan 20, 2006)
ONGC Chairman Subir Raha is eyeing a stake in Sakhalin II through this deal.
- Iran Open To Compromise In Nuclear Standoff (Daily Times, Correspondent or Reporter, Jan 20, 2006)
Warns of oil crisis if referred to UNSC
Iran said it was open to compromise in the crisis over its disputed nuclear programme as the United States and European Union pushed for Tehran to be hauled before the UN Security Council.
- Another Round On Iran’S Nuclear Ambitions (Daily Times, Editorial, Daily Times, Jan 20, 2006)
The attempt by the EU-3 — Britain, France and Germany — to get the International Atomic Energy Agency’s 35-member board to convene an emergency meeting on February 2 or 3 and vote on a new draft that asks the IAEA to report Iran’s nuclear activities . . .
- Scrutiny Scuffles (The Financial Express, Editorial, Financial Express, Jan 20, 2006)
The E Sreedharan committee report which downgraded the Reliance Energy-ASA bid, thereby eliminating it from the race for the Delhi/Mumbai airports modernisation contract, created quite a furore at the empowered group of ministers’ last meeting.
- Bjp Boycotts Governor's Address, Wants Dharam Singh's Resignation (Hindu, Correspondent or Reporter, Jan 20, 2006)
Party leaders stage dharna in front of Raj Bhavan, express support to Kumaraswamy Party leaders stage dharna in front of Raj Bhavan, express support to Kumaraswamy
- Indian Named "Inventor Of The Year" (Hindu, Correspondent or Reporter, Jan 20, 2006)
An Indian-American scientist has been named "Inventor of the Year" for his pioneering work in developing a new system which utilises data to improve patient care and clinical decisions.
- U.K. "Kidnap'' Group Disbanded (Hindu, Hasan Suroor, Jan 20, 2006)
Fathers4Justice, the group which was alleged to have been behind a suspected "plot'' to kidnap Prime Minister Tony Blair's five-year-old son Leo, has been disbanded amid accusations that it had been hijacked by extremist elements whose actions were ...
- Sri Lankan Parties For Resumption Of Talks (Hindu, V.S. Sambandan, Jan 20, 2006)
An all-party meeting convened by Sri Lankan President Mahinda Rajapakse on Thursday evening unanimously decided that steps should be taken to resume "immediate talks" between the Government and the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE).
- Afghanistan: Qanooni's Moment Of Triumph (Hindu, M.K. Bhadrakumar, Jan 20, 2006)
With Yunus Qanooni's election as Parliament Speaker, a complex calculus of power is forming. Though they are seen as rivals, Mr. Qanooni's political platform is far from irreconcilable with that of President Hamid Karzai.
- India-Born Tellis Is Adviser To Burns (Hindu, Correspondent or Reporter, Jan 20, 2006)
Ahead of US President George W. Bush's visit to India in March, eminent South Asia expert Ashley J. Tellis has been appointed Senior Adviser to Under Secretary of State for Political Affairs R. Nicholas Burns in support of various State Department . . .
- Karnataka Crisis: Another D Company? Not Quite (Hindustan Times, Correspondent or Reporter, Jan 20, 2006)
That there has been no media hype surrounding the third round of talks between the Indian and Pakistani foreign secretaries this week in itself marks the distance the two nations have covered since the peace process was launched in January 2004.
- Just Talking (Indian Express, Editorial, Indian Express, Jan 20, 2006)
Quiet purpose defines Indo-Pak meets now. But beware of Pak noise on ‘ethnic self governance’
- Old New Year (Indian Express, Ruchi sharma, Jan 20, 2006)
The dawn of a New Year for me has invariably meant an unending list of resolutions. But the unwavering determination with which I begin the New Year wanes quickly. In 2006, it already has.
- Nepal Crackdown Cause For Grave Concern, Says India (Indian Express, Correspondent or Reporter, Jan 20, 2006)
King Gyanendra’s latest attempt to restrict political activity in Nepal has drawn a strong reaction from India, which today expressed ‘‘grave concern’’ and felt this was a setback to all efforts to get the monarchy to work together with . . .
- Indian Scientist Named ‘Inventor Of The Year’ (Indian Express, Correspondent or Reporter, Jan 20, 2006)
An Indian-American scientist has been named ‘Inventor of the Year’ for his pioneering work in developing a new system which utilises data to improve patient care and clinical decisions. R Bharat Rao, senior director of Engineering Research Development, ..
- Osama Vows More Attacks On Us (Hindustan Times, Correspondent or Reporter, Jan 20, 2006)
In an audiotape broadcast by Al-Jazeera, Al-Qaeda chief Osama bin Laden has said that the outfit is preparing for attacks in the United States.
- Housekeeping Tips (Indian Express, Sudhir Vohra, Jan 20, 2006)
The Delhi High Court’s observations on the issues confronting the Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD) — especially the latest Wednesday’s order to go after the “big fish” violating building bylaws
- Iim-B To Discuss Centre’S Stand (Deccan Herald, Correspondent or Reporter, Jan 20, 2006)
The Indian Institute of Management Bangalore (IIM-B) Board of Governors on Friday will discuss the outcome of the HRD ministry’s move of spiking the institute’s proposal to set up an overseas campus in Singapore.
- India, Ireland Sign Three Agreements (Hindu, Correspondent or Reporter, Jan 20, 2006)
Ahern meets President, Prime Minister
India and Ireland signed three agreements on cultural, scientific and technological cooperation on Thursday.
- Short Selling Is No Manipulation (The Economic Times, SANDEEP PAREKH, Jan 20, 2006)
Shorting keeps manipulators in check. A promoter planning to inflate his company’s shares would think twice before doing so, fearing a short sale by people ready to puncture the bubble created by him
- A Govt’S Death (Deccan Herald, Editorial, The Deccan Herald, Jan 20, 2006)
The likely demise of the Dharam Singh government in Karnataka may not cause much grief to the people of the state, just as the possibility of the formation of a new government, to be headed by Mr H D Kumaraswamy, with the BJP as a partner, cannot . . .
- Why Iranians Don’T Smile (Indian Express, SUDHEENDRA KULKARNI , Jan 20, 2006)
Iran is in the news again, and for reasons that don’t bring much cheer to the world. Sudheendra Kulkarni looks to a new book—Christopher de Bellaigue’s In the Rose Garden of the Martyrs—for some insights into why grieving seems to be the leitmotif . . .
- Blowing Own Trumpet (Indian Express, Editorial, Indian Express, Jan 20, 2006)
The Left Front rally at the Brigade Parade ground expectedly forms the lead story in this week’s People’s Democracy.
- Nepal Imposes Curfew Ahead Of Anti-King Rally (Reuters, Gopal Sharma, Jan 20, 2006)
Nepal's royalist government said it would impose a curfew on Friday after seven political parties said they would defy a ban on protests and organise a rally against the king in the capital.
- Should Iims Go Global? (The Economic Times, Editorial, Economic Times, Jan 20, 2006)
India can be proud of the eminent educational institutions it has produced. IITians rule the world. IIM is not far behind and campus interviews have become a byword for the clients that they attract. When education is such a hot, salable commodity, . . .
- India-Us Hold Talks On Implementing Civilian Nuclear Deal (Press Trust of India, Correspondent or Reporter, Jan 20, 2006)
Seeking to implement the landmark nuclear deal ahead of American President George W Bush's visit here expected in March, India and the US today held talks on the roadmap for completing the process.
- India, Us Hold Talks On N-Cooperation (Hindustan Times, Correspondent or Reporter, Jan 20, 2006)
Seeking to implement the landmark nuclear deal ahead of American President George W Bush's visit expected in March, India and the US on Thursday held talks on the roadmap for completing the process.
- Usual Rhetoric On Kashmir (Pakistan Observer, Editorial, Pakistan Observer, Jan 20, 2006)
India and Pakistan have agreed to implement fresh measures to lower tensions over Kashmir and reaffirmed their commitment to keep the stuttering Pak-India peace process on track. A joint statement issued at the end of the two-day Foreign Secretaries’ ....
- Iran N-Issue: Eu Seeks India's Support (Hindustan Times, Correspondent or Reporter, Jan 20, 2006)
Keen to get Iran back for talks on the controversial nuclear issue, the EU-3 on Thursday said it was not looking at sanctions and saw an "important" role for India to help find a way to end the current impasse.
- Change In Bengaluru (Hindustan Times, Editorial, HindustanTimes, Jan 20, 2006)
If the Dharam Singh government saw the approaching train wreck, it surely didn’t seem to do much to get out of the way.
- India Voices 'Grave Concern' Over Nepal Crackdown (Press Trust of India, Correspondent or Reporter, Jan 20, 2006)
As Nepal's royal government launched a crackdown on political leaders and activists ahead of tomorrow's anti-King rally, India today voiced "grave concern" over the developments.
- Sowing Seeds Of Prosperity - Ii (Greater Kashmir, Dr. M P Gupta, Jan 20, 2006)
Dr. M P Gupta writes on the effect of WTO on Indian Agriculture
Extension System
Admittedly, agriculture development having direct bearing on improvement in living conditions of farmers is attained through robust extension system.
- Cong-Jds Govt Fate To Be Decided On Jan 27 (Daily Excelsior, Correspondent or Reporter, Jan 20, 2006)
The beleaguered Congress-JDS coalition Ministry in Karnataka, pushed to the brink by JD(S) rebels, today got a breather with Governor T N Chaturvedi giving a week’s time to Chief Minister Dharam Singh, who decided to prove his majority in the . . .
- Down Sizing Govt Is The Answer (Daily Excelsior, S. V. Vaidyanathan, Jan 20, 2006)
The 35 lakh Government employees in employment with the Centre, the railways, public sector banks, and other sensitive establishments have threatened to go on an indefinite strike with effect from March 1 if a new salary formula is not worked out . . .
- Remember Dabhol? (Telegraph, ASHOK MITRA , Jan 20, 2006)
A gentleman, whose identity better remain undisclosed, had spent a term in one of the houses of parliament.
- Initial Fraud (Telegraph, Editorial, The Telegraph, Jan 20, 2006)
The initial public offering scam now seems to be far wider than it was initially thought to be. It is increasingly becoming clear that the scam is not limited to one or two IPOs, and the market regulator is now investigating the allotment processes....
- Tackling Musharraf (Tribune, Editorial, The Tribune, Jan 20, 2006)
His ‘out of box’ cures are dangerous
The India-Pakistan Foreign Secretary-level talks in New Delhi ended with the composite dialogue process showing some forward movement despite terrorism continuing to pose a serious threat to it.
- Gambols And Gambits In Kashmir (Tribune, B.G.Verghese, Jan 20, 2006)
The India-Pakistan peace process has slowed down since the earthquake that devastated parts of J&K last year.
- Elections In West Bengal (Tribune, V. Eshwar Anand, Jan 20, 2006)
Close on the heels of its spectacular success in Bihar, the Election Commission has geared up to hold free and fair elections in five states — West Bengal, Tamil Nadu, Kerala, Assam and Pondicherry. Of these, the commission will perhaps face . . .
- Diplomats Finetune N-Template (Statesman, Correspondent or Reporter, Jan 20, 2006)
Seeking to implement the landmark nuclear deal on 18 July, ahead of American President Mr George W Bush’s visit here expected in March, India and the US today held talks on the roadmap for completing the process.
- Progress On Kashmir Imp For Success Of Dialogue, Says Aziz (Press Trust of India, DHARAM SHOURIE, Jan 20, 2006)
Pakistan has said "meaningful progress" towards a final settlement of Kashmir issue is "essential for the sustainability and eventual success" of the composite dialogue process between New Delhi and Islamabad.
- Warrantless Wiretappings (Statesman, Bibhuti Bhusan Nandy, Jan 20, 2006)
In his fight against global terrorism, President Bush invaded and captured Iraq in what was an outrageously illegal and immoral war. Driven by his unbridled machismo,
- Pak Still Searching For Consulate Premises (Statesman, Correspondent or Reporter, Jan 20, 2006)
The search for suitable premises for its consulate in Mumbai appears to be a daunting task for Pakistan. Two years after the peace process gathered momentum in 2004, Pakistan found a commercial space in Mittal Towers at Nariman Point . . .
- The Dam Controversy (Dawn, Shahid M. Amin, Jan 20, 2006)
In any mature society, national issues are discussed in a rational manner, keeping in view the supreme interests of the country as a whole. Unfortunately, in our country, the building of a dam has been converted into an emotionally charged issue, ...
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