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Articles 3021 through 3120 of 12768:
- 20 Militants Killed In N Waziristan: Ispr (News International, Correspondent or Reporter, Mar 25, 2006)
The Pakistan Army claimed killing 16 to 20 attackers in retaliatory action in the North Waziristan tribal agency early on Friday.
- Spanta Has Been Critical Of Pakistan’S Role In His Country (News International, Rahimullah Yusufzai, Mar 25, 2006)
Afghanistan’s new foreign minister Rangeen Dadfar Spanta belongs to a former Maoist group that gravitated to the pro-West nationalist camp in the aftermath of the changes in the international political situation.
- Pm To Flag Off Bus To Nankana Sahib Today (Tribune, Varinder Walia, Mar 24, 2006)
The unprecedented security umbrella on the eve of the visit of Prime Minister Manmohan Singh to his hometown here tomorrow has converted the holy city into a police . . .
- Pm Set To Flag Off Sikh Route To Pak (Deccan Herald, Correspondent or Reporter, Mar 24, 2006)
Ever since the Partition, the Sikhs have been praying to the almighty, saying, “ Gurdhama de darshan didar, jina to panth nu vichoriya giya hai (grant easy access to shrines from which the Sikhs have been separated or denied obeisance).”
- The Sri Lankan Knot (Deccan Herald, Kuldip Nayar, Mar 24, 2006)
A federal status may be acceptable to the Sinhalese if it would constitute a full and final settlement
- Protest Lodged With Kabul Over Killing Of Pak Civilians (News International, Mariana Baabar, Mar 24, 2006)
14 buried near Chaman; Afghan commander blamed for murders
- Pak Was Told Of N-Deal: Burns (Tribune, Correspondent or Reporter, Mar 24, 2006)
Firmly rebuffing Islamabad’s complaints on Indo-US nuclear deal, the US has said Pakistan was kept “very fully” informed as negotiations in this regard progressed and asserted the accord would cause no arms race in South Asia.
- Foreign Miscreants Must Leave Or Face Action: Musharraf (News International, Ziaullah Niazi, Mar 24, 2006)
Shaukat says PML needs to revive spirit of early 1940s; Shujaat says president will become party member
- A Terrorist Organisation Rises Again (Hindu, PRAVEEN SWAMI, Mar 24, 2006)
The Harkat-ul-Mujahideen's revival makes it clear that Pakistan's Islamist armies have no intention of joining in adétentewith India that promises them only their obliteration.
- Amritsar Turns Into Fortress As Pm Arrives (Times of India, Correspondent or Reporter, Mar 24, 2006)
Prime Minister Manmohan Singh on Thursday arrived here to flag off a historic Amritsar-Nankana Sahib bus service on Friday even as the Sikh holy city was turned into a security fortress for his visit.
- Pakistan Was Aware Of Indo-Us Nuke Deal: Burns (Indian Express, Correspondent or Reporter, Mar 24, 2006)
Firmly rebuffing Islamabad’s complaints on Indo-us nuclear deal, the us has said Pakistan was kept “very fully” informed as negotiations in this regard progressed, and asserted the accord will cause no arms race in South Asia.
- Quietly, India And Pak Closing Deal On Siachen (Indian Express, Pranab Dhal Samanta, Mar 24, 2006)
Pak in-principle OK to acknowledging Indian troop positions on the glacier India and Pakistan are inching closer to an understanding on withdrawal of troops from Siachen with Islamabad inclined “in-principle” to acknowledge current Indian troop . . .
- In The Eyes Of Storm (The Nation, Editorial, The Nation, Mar 24, 2006)
The Supreme Court of Pakistan completed 50 years of its existence on March 23. The apex court is the final arbiter of law and the Constitution, and is invested with the responsibility to maintain harmony between the legislature, executive and judiciary.
- 'Amend Atomic Energy Act To Formalise Indo-Us Nuke Deal' (Press Trust of India, Correspondent or Reporter, Mar 24, 2006)
A Republican Congressman has mooted a proposal to amend the US Atomic Energy Act, 1954 so that it could formalise the civilian nuclear deal reached between India and the United States early this month.
- Defenceless Defence Of Indo-Us N-Deal (Pakistan Observer, Editorial, Pakistan Observer, Mar 24, 2006)
Us ambassador in Pakistan Ryan C Crocker has said that Indo-US nuclear deal will enhance security and stability in South Asia. Talking to a selected group of journalists in Islamabad on Wednesday, he asserted that the agreement will not in any way . . .
- Ties Strengthened, Made More Meaningful (Dawn, Anwar Kemal, Mar 24, 2006)
Rarely if ever has such a major visit to Pakistan as that of President Bush taken place against a background so laden with negative overtones and a sense of foreboding.
- Cii’S Eminently Sensible Proposals (Daily Times, Editorial, Daily Times, Mar 24, 2006)
The Council of Islamic Ideology (CII) has come up with some significant observations. It says that acts of terrorism cannot be dubbed as jihad; all camps training militants or terrorists should be shut down immediately; the government should . . .
- Leave Pakistan Or Die, Musharraf Warns Militants (Reuters, Correspondent or Reporter, Mar 24, 2006)
Foreign militants hiding in Pakistan should either leave or face annihilation, President Pervez Musharraf said in a strongly worded speech on Thursday marking a national holiday.
- Interpreters Bridge Language Divide For Foreign Patients (Hindu, M. Dinesh Varma, Mar 24, 2006)
Hospitals in city either have in-house interpreters or commission someone from outside Hospitals in city have in-house interpreters or commission someone from outside Most visiting groups of foreign patients are accompanied by an English speaking . . .
- Back To The War Front (Telegraph, Kaushik Roy, Mar 24, 2006)
The institute for Defence Studies and Analyses is a premier institution in south Asia for strategic studies. It brings out two journals: Strategic Analysis (called IDSA Journal before 1987) and Strategic Digest.
- 2 Banks Up Efforts For Branches In India (Daily Times, Farhan Sharif, Mar 24, 2006)
The managements of National Bank of Pakistan and Habib Bank have intensified their efforts to open branches in India.
- U.S. Urges Suppliers To Back India Nuclear Deal (Reuters, Francois Murphy, Mar 24, 2006)
Washington on Thursday lobbied the world's top suppliers of nuclear technology to back a U.S.-India civilian nuclear energy deal that critics say threatens the global arms control regime, diplomats said.
- Punjab Has Come A Long Way Since The Years Of Turmoil (Hindu, Amit Baruah, Mar 24, 2006)
It's a sign of absolute normality. As a young reporter, this correspondent had gotten used to the ubiquitous AK-47s and self-loading rifles (SLRs) in the hands of the Punjab Police during the years of turmoil in the late 1980s and early 1990s.
- Afghanistan Killed Civilians: Pakistan (Hindu, B. MURALIDHAR REDDY, Mar 24, 2006)
They were Taliban militants, says Kabul
- Sc Reopens J&k Samba Spy Case (Deccan Herald, Correspondent or Reporter, Mar 24, 2006)
The High Court had exonerated the nine officers, holding that no material evidence of their involvement in spying for Pakistan was brought on record and asked the ministry to give them all the monetary benefits they would otherwise be due.
- India-B’Desh Train On Anvil (Tribune, Correspondent or Reporter, Mar 23, 2006)
As part of the confidence-building measures (CBMs), India and Pakistan have agreed to expedite the disposal of pending Interpol references in each others’ country, which included that of underworld don Dawood Ibrahim and setting up of Joint . . .
- Pugwash Message (Tribune, G. Parthasarathy, Mar 23, 2006)
It would have been inconceivable even a year ago to think of a gathering in which politicians and academics from both sides of the Line of Control in J&K would get together to discuss ways to address aspirations of the people of the state and foster . . .
- India, Pak To Expedite Disposal Of Pending Interpol References (Tribune, Correspondent or Reporter, Mar 23, 2006)
As part of the confidence-building measures (CBMs), India and Pakistan have agreed to expedite the disposal of pending Interpol references in each others’ country, which included that of underworld don Dawood Ibrahim and setting up of Joint Study . . .
- India, Pak. To Share Criminal Investigation Expertise (Hindu, Correspondent or Reporter, Mar 23, 2006)
Pending Interpol references to be disposed expeditiously
Group to look into human trafficking, counterfeit currency, illegal immigration
- Pakistan To Celebrate National Day Without Traditional Fanfare (Press Trust of India, Correspondent or Reporter, Mar 23, 2006)
Amid escalating violence in the tribal region, continuing clashes between troops and nationalist rebels in Balochistan and as a mark of respect for those who perished in the earthquake, Pakistan would observe its national day tomorrow sans the . . .
- Kashghar-Gilgit Bus Service Planned (Dawn, Correspondent or Reporter, Mar 23, 2006)
Pakistan and China will start a regular bus service between Gilgit and Kashgar from June 1, officials said on Wednesday.
- Afghan Army Claims Killing 20 Taliban Fighters (Dawn, Correspondent or Reporter, Mar 23, 2006)
Afghan government forces killed 16 Taliban insurgents after surrounding them in mountains near the border with Pakistan, an Afghan army officer said on Wednesday.
- Musharraf Open To Talks On Waziristan And Balochistan (Daily Times, Correspondent or Reporter, Mar 23, 2006)
President says govt won’t be blackmailed
* No challenge to state writ acceptable
* Musharraf and Aziz discuss cabinet reshuffle
- The Basha Dam Controversy (Daily Excelsior, Seema Shekhawat, Mar 23, 2006)
The proposed Basha dam to be built in the Northern Areas (which Pakistan calls Federally Administered Territories) has become a complicated problem.
- Engaging Dhaka (Hindustan Times, Editorial, HindustanTimes, Mar 23, 2006)
Considering how important Bangladesh is for India, the first bilateral visit of Prime Minister Khaleda Zia has been somewhat low-key.
- Mixed Signals About India? (Daily Times, Editorial, Daily Times, Mar 23, 2006)
Just as the Pak-India Peace Initiative organisation held its session in Lahore on Monday, underlining the need to carry forward the peace process between India and Pakistan, Pakistan test-fired its “Babur” Hatf-7 cruise missile capable of carrying . . .
- Sense Of Direction (Dawn, Editorial, Dawn, Mar 23, 2006)
It has become a ritual for newspapers to write editorials and publish supplements on March 23, the day the Pakistan Resolution was adopted in 1940;
- Pta’S Ham-Handed Action (Dawn, Editorial, Dawn, Mar 23, 2006)
In response to a petition filed in the Supreme Court, and acting on the court’s order, the telecom industry regulator, the Pakistan Telecommunication Authority, has blocked 12 websites which it says are hosting the blasphemous cartoons.
- Our Globe-Trotting Rulers (Dawn, Sardar Mumtaz Ali Bhutto, Mar 23, 2006)
China, if not already there, is well on its way to becoming a superpower.
- India, Pak To Expedite Disposal Of Pending Interpol References (Daily Excelsior, Correspondent or Reporter, Mar 23, 2006)
Taking another important step in building mutual trust, India and Pakistan today agreed to expedite disposal of pending Interpol references in each others’ country which included that of underworld don Dawood Ibrahim.
- Bangladesh Says Trade Gap, Militant Charges Hurt India Ties (Reuters, Kamil Zaheer, Mar 23, 2006)
Bangladesh urged India on Wednesday to cut its huge trade surplus with Dhaka and stop making "misleading charges" about hosting Indian militants to help improve edgy ties between the traditional friends.
- Solidarity With Iran (Pakistan Observer, Editorial, Pakistan Observer, Mar 23, 2006)
Pakistan has assured Iran of its continued support for peaceful resolution of its nuclear stand-off with the United States. Foreign Minister Khurshid Mehmud Kasuri, who met his Iranian counterpart Monuchehr Mottaki in Islamabad on Tuesday, reiterated . .
- Natural Allies ? (Daily Excelsior, Vinod Vedi, Mar 23, 2006)
India needs to be careful not to become euphoric over US President George Bush’s description of our new emerging relationship as being one among "natural allies". Because it has taken so long for the most powerful democracy in the world to . . .
- A Great Loss (The Nation, Editorial, The Nation, Mar 23, 2006)
Mr. h. r. Hashmi, who breathed his last on Monday at a Karachi hospital where he had been admitted for chronic respiratory disorder, was an extraordinary figure whose interests did not remain confined to the promotion of the country's advertising . . .
- Bush's Tame Excuse (The Nation, Editorial, The Nation, Mar 23, 2006)
DESPITE the obvious fact that the US invasion of Iraq has not paved the way for democracy in the beleaguered country, President Bush continues to delude himself with the belief that democracy is on the march there.
- Remembering Lahore Resolution (Pakistan Observer, Editorial, Pakistan Observer, Mar 23, 2006)
The nation is celebrating Pakistan Day today with traditional political fervour in remembrance of the adoption of Pakistan Resolution at the historic Manto Park in Lahore on this day in 1940 that led to the creation of Pakistan as independent and . . .
- Making Poverty History In Asia By 2015 (The Financial Express, SHANTAYANAN DEVARAJAN, Mar 23, 2006)
Asia is a puzzle. China, India and several other countries are enjoying rapid economic growth. Yet, some 600 million Asians—more than the entire population of Latin America—live on less than a dollar a day. But this puzzle is also an opportunity:
- Burns Trying A ‘Hard Sell’ On India-Us Nuclear Deal (Daily Times, Khalid Hasan, Mar 23, 2006)
US Undersecretary of State Nicholas Burns told a news conference on Wednesday that his country’s relationship with Pakistan was strong and that the nuclear deal with India would not affect the close ties between Washington and Islamabad.
- Common Heritage (Statesman, Editorial, Statesman, Mar 22, 2006)
Only token bilateral response was evoked by the earthquake that flattened villages on either side of the Line of Control in Jammu and Kashmir last year, but now there is opportunity to salvage something from that missed opportunity.
- Deal In Us Interest: Bush (Statesman, Correspondent or Reporter, Mar 22, 2006)
US President Mr George W Bush has said that it was in America’s interest to work out the civilian nuclear deal with India and develop the “important relationship” with New Delhi by setting aside cold-war era tensions.
- New Threats To Internal Security (Daily Excelsior, Vinod & Rao, Mar 22, 2006)
The serial bomb attack in Varanasi gives the impression that we have not learned very much from the attack on Parliament, on Akshardham as deep as Gujarat, Ayodhya, crowded markets in Delhi, ad nauseum. Given the truism that it is impossible . . .
- Pakistan Clamours For Same U.S. Nuclear Deal As India (Reuters, ZEESHAN HAIDER , Mar 22, 2006)
Stung by U.S. President George Bush's refusal to grant access to American nuclear know-how, Pakistan accused the United States of discriminating against it and of upsetting the balance of power in South Asia.
- Us Congress Must Approve N-Deal With India: Bush (Tribune, Ashish Kumar Sen, Mar 22, 2006)
Admitting his decision to broker a civilian nuclear agreement with India was a controversial one, President George W. Bush says he is comfortable recommending it to the US Congress for approval and believes the lawmakers ought to approve it.
- India, Pak Exploring New Ideas On (Tribune, Priscilla Huff, Mar 22, 2006)
The US has said that India and Pakistan are making good progress on the Kashmir issue.
- Another Claim About Osama’S Whereabouts (Daily Times, Khalid Hasan, Mar 22, 2006)
A new investigative report in a leading American magazine claims that the Pakistan Army and its intelligence service are critical sponsors in the resurging Taliban activity in Afghanistan.
- Scorpene Records Turn Gun On Nda (Telegraph, Correspondent or Reporter, Mar 22, 2006)
The NDA’s charge that there were payoffs from a French company to win the order for Scorpene submarines is being turned around on the Opposition alliance because the defence ministry has now dug out records to show the extent of negotiations and . . .
- A Sulking Pakistan (Tribune, K. Subrahmanyam, Mar 22, 2006)
Remains unreconciled to a changed world
- India, Pakistan Making Progress: Boucher (Hindu, Correspondent or Reporter, Mar 22, 2006)
"Kashmir is a bilateral issue that should be solved by Delhi and Islamabad only"
- Nuclear Deal Is In Our Interest: Bush (Hindu, Correspondent or Reporter, Mar 22, 2006)
``Use of safe nuclear power should be encouraged''
- A Flock To Indian Stocks (Christian Science Monitor, Sunil Jagtiani, Mar 22, 2006)
India may lag behind China economically, but the reverse holds true for their stock markets. India's has soared to a record high this week, driven by foreign investors pouring billions into the market.
- ‘Us-India Nuclear Deal Could Be Bad News For Kashmir’ (Daily Times, Correspondent or Reporter, Mar 22, 2006)
Nuclear cooperation between the United States and India could have severe implications for the Kashmir issue, lead to an arms race in South Asia and strategic regional instability, speakers at a public talk said.
- Demise Of Advertising Icon (Pakistan Observer, Editorial, Pakistan Observer, Mar 22, 2006)
MR S H Hashmi, founder of advertisement business in the country and Managing Director of leading advertisement company Orient McCann Ericson Pakistan Ltd, passed away on Monday evening in Karachi at the age of 71.
- India And Pakistan Consider Saarc Police (Daily Times, Iftikhar Gilani, Mar 22, 2006)
Top investigation officials of India and Pakistan began two-day’s of technical level talks here on Tuesday for the first time in 17 years.
- Talking To Daily Times: ‘Indian Consulates (Daily Times, Correspondent or Reporter, Mar 22, 2006)
The Indian consulates located in Afghanistan are the main cause of the trouble in Balochistan.
- Welcome Consensus On Worrisome Issues (Pakistan Observer, Editorial, Pakistan Observer, Mar 22, 2006)
SENATORS belonging to the Opposition and Treasury Benches have by consensus called for an end to the ongoing operations in Waziristan and Balochistan as well as renewed reconciliation efforts through dialogue.
- A Great Loss (The Nation, Editorial, The Nation, Mar 22, 2006)
MR S.H. Hashmi, who breathed his last on Monday at a Karachi hospital where he had been admitted for chronic respiratory disorder, was an extraordinary figure whose interests did not remain confined to the promotion of the country's advertising . . .
- Stalemate In Palestine (Dawn, Editorial, Dawn, Mar 22, 2006)
It would be unfortunate for the Palestinian cause if Hamas and other parties fail to form a coalition government.
- Anp’S Bold Stand On South Waziristan (Daily Times, Editorial, Daily Times, Mar 22, 2006)
Asfandyar Wali, parliamentary leader of the Awami National Party (ANP), said in a debate on the Balochistan and Waziristan issues in the Senate on Monday that Afghan interference in North and South Waziristan was to blame for the deteriorating law . . .
- Charges Baseless, Says Pakistan (Hindu, B. MURALIDHAR REDDY, Mar 21, 2006)
Pakistan on Monday described National Security Adviser M.K. Narayanan's comment that it was breeding a new form of jehadi terror aimed at fanning communal tensions within India as "baseless."
- India In Us Eyes (Tribune, Anita Inder Singh, Mar 21, 2006)
The us has surprised the world by admitting India into the nuclear club although India is not a signatory to the Non-Proliferation Treaty.
- Azad Skeptical On Kashmiris’ Return (Daily Excelsior, Correspondent or Reporter, Mar 21, 2006)
Chief Minister Ghulam Nabi Azad today said the Government will have to verify whether the Kashmiris, who have reportedly expressed their willingness to return from Pakistan occupied Kashmir (PoK), have undergone change of hearts or were trying to . . .
- India Urged Not To ‘Lose’ Musharraf (Daily Times, Iftikhar Gilani, Mar 21, 2006)
Politicians returning from the Islamabad-hosted Pugwash Conference on Kashmir, urged India this week to respond to positively to the “bold” proposals put forward by Pakistani president, General Pervez Musharraf.
- Babbar Khalsa Militants Captured In Delhi (Hindu, Correspondent or Reporter, Mar 21, 2006)
RDX among explosives seized; Pak hand alleged behind operations
- Pml On Reconciliation Course (Pakistan Observer, Editorial, Pakistan Observer, Mar 21, 2006)
Pml Secretary General Mushahid Hussain has called for release of all detained politicians prior to the 2007 general elections and said that it will be a step in the right direction for future of democracy in the country.
- Unspent Funds (Dawn, Editorial, Dawn, Mar 21, 2006)
The disturbingly slow pace of utilization of the federal Public Sector Development Programme (PSDP) budget in the first six months of the current fiscal year as recorded in a recent analysis by the Planning Commission once again highlights the marked fail
- Mr Narayanan’S Statement Bodes Ill For Peace Process (Daily Times, Editorial, Daily Times, Mar 21, 2006)
Mr Narayanan’s statement bodes ill for peace process
- Bangladeshi Prime Minister Arrives In India (Daily Times, Correspondent or Reporter, Mar 21, 2006)
Trade, terror to top Khaleda Zia’s visit
- India, B'desh Set For Talks As Border Issues Loom (Reuters, Correspondent or Reporter, Mar 21, 2006)
Neighbours India and Bangladesh begin talks on Tuesday that are expected to focus on New Delhi's concerns over illegal immigration and Islamic militants operating from Bangladeshi soil.
- Economic Interests And Foreign Policy (Business Line, Bhanoji Rao, Mar 21, 2006)
Foreign policy, like monetary or fiscal policy, should be seen as the means to ensure jobs for the millions.
- Security Concerns (The Nation, Editorial, The Nation, Mar 21, 2006)
The D.I. Khan blasts that killed six security men and one passer-by and wounded five people are rightly being seen as an angry militant reaction to the ongoing military operation in Waziristan.
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