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Articles 6521 through 6620 of 23072:
- Unfit To Print (Pioneer, Editorial, The Pioneer, Jun 16, 2006)
---- The National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT) has notched one more medallion from its political master, the Human Resource Development Ministry.
- Be Affirmative (Indian Express, Editorial, Indian Express, Jun 16, 2006)
Study Sri Lanka and Malaysia to learn how quotas need not limit economic growth
- In Praise Of Citizen Kannagi (Hindu, Editorial, The Hindu, Jun 16, 2006)
Kannagi proved that even a non-native with no money and no family in sight can fight City Hall and win her case — that is inspiring.
- Kashmiris Should Be Involved In Talks: Icg (News International, Correspondent or Reporter, Jun 16, 2006)
India and Pakistan can earn Kashmiris goodwill if they involve them in talks because their participation would make the peace process meaningful, particularly in Confidence Building Measures (CBMs).
- Sino-Indian Trade Through Nathula To Begin On June 30 (Press Trust of India, Correspondent or Reporter, Jun 15, 2006)
The long awaited-resumption of border trade between India and China through Nathula in Sikkim has been finally set for june 30.
- Bjp Condemns Demolition Of Hindu Temple In Lahore (Pioneer, Correspondent or Reporter, Jun 15, 2006)
Opposition Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Wednesday strongly condemned the demolition of a Hindu temple in Lahore to make way for a commercial building in its place.
- Advani Condemns Demolition Of Krishna Temple At Lahore (Daily Excelsior, Correspondent or Reporter, Jun 15, 2006)
Leader of opposition in Lok Sabha and senior BJP leader L K Advani today condemned the demolition of Krishna Mandir to pave the way for a commercial building at Lahore, the capital of west Punjab province of Pakistan.
- Care For Health (Daily Excelsior, Editorial, Daily Excelsior, Jun 15, 2006)
The report of more than 100 people falling sick after consuming ice-cream at the outskirts of this city must have turned many stomachs upside down.
- Indian Agency To Facilitate Placement Of Saudi Students (Daily Excelsior, Correspondent or Reporter, Jun 15, 2006)
As a follow-up to HRD Minister Arjun Singh's visit to Saudi Arabia to strengthen academic ties between the two countries, a state-run educational consultancy agency has been asked to facilitate the placement of Saudi students in Indian universities.
- A Dissection Of A Flawed Society (Hindu, VAIJU NARAVANE, Jun 15, 2006)
The huge sales of Frenchman Francois de Closets'Plus Encore!, a sequel to his 1981 bestseller, might serve as a call to revolt to the have-nots.
- Dubious Gesture (Statesman, Editorial, Statesman, Jun 15, 2006)
A birthday gimmick from Lalu
Lalu Prasad, like many politicians, has never been known to look beyond his own interests.
- Tumbling After (Telegraph, Editorial, The Telegraph, Jun 15, 2006)
Politics is the gateway to omniscience — at least in India. Academics and specialists in children’s education are quite superfluous in the country.
- Pak Temple Demolition Irks Advani (Statesman, Correspondent or Reporter, Jun 15, 2006)
An officially cleared demolition of a Hindu temple, Krishna Mandir, in Lahore, reportedly at the behest of The Evacuee Trust Property Board (ETPB) in Pakistan has stirred a hornet’s nest here with the leader of the Opposition, Mr LK Advani, . . .
- Environment Panel Seeks Report On Pollution Due To Oil Spill (Hindu, Correspondent or Reporter, Jun 15, 2006)
No Minister visited Karwar after the accident, says committee
Criticism
Port authorities ill-equipped to meet emergency situations
Pumping of oil from the wrecked ship was not done systematically
- Whales Need More Protection (Hindu, Editorial, The Hindu, Jun 15, 2006)
The 20-year-old moratorium on commercial hunting of the world's magnificent range of whale species once again faces a challenge, as the member nations of the International Whaling Commission gather at St. Kitts and Nevis in the West Indies.
- Rescuing Modern Medicine From Its Traps (Hindu, Editorial, The Hindu, Jun 15, 2006)
Modern medicine desperately needs to rediscover the human touch. It needs to blend modern techniques with the art of compassionate healing.
- India To Back Tharoor For Un Sec General (Rediff on the Net, Sheela Bhatt, Jun 15, 2006)
India will support the candidature of United Nations Under Secretary General Shashi Tharoor as the next secretary general, senior government sources in New Delhi told rediff.com today. UN Secretary General Kofi Annan's term ends on December 31, 2006 . . .
- Rs. 2 Lakh To Develop Kolli Hills (Hindu, Correspondent or Reporter, Jun 15, 2006)
Focus on infrastructure; Seekuparai viewpoint to be spruced up
- Brewing Unrest In The Land Of Jewels (Pioneer, Anil Bhat, Jun 15, 2006)
It's strange that militants who raised their guns to allegedly protect 'their people' are today killing and raping them, says Anil Bhat.
- Secularists On A Sabbatical (Pioneer, Editorial, The Pioneer, Jun 15, 2006)
Why doesn't Government speak out against the ongoing minority bashing in Pakistan and Bangladesh, asks Anuradha Dutt.
- Why Don't We Protest? (Pioneer, Editorial, The Pioneer, Jun 15, 2006)
If there is anyone who is to be squarely blamed for the demolition of temples in India and its neighbourhood, it is Hindu leaders, says Prafull Goradia.
- Advani Flays Temple Demolition In Lahore (Tribune, Correspondent or Reporter, Jun 15, 2006)
Leader of the Opposition in the Lok Sabha and senior BJP leader L K Advani today condemned the demolition of Krishna Mandir to make the way for a commercial building at Lahore.
- Believing Barua (Indian Express, Editorial, Indian Express, Jun 15, 2006)
ULFA doesn’t have a peace plan and doesn’t plan to stop violence. Why’s the government talking?
- Not By Rice Alone (Indian Express, JAYA RAMANATHAN, Jun 15, 2006)
A friend once told us this apocryphal story. His father was asked by an American sociologist who travelled extensively in India, why was it that while the joint family was still intact in some parts of the country in other places it had come apart?
- Exit Tax Will Sink India (Indian Express, Editorial, Indian Express, Jun 15, 2006)
NRIs set up R&D ventures and participate in welfare contribution back home
- Vsnl's Cyber Cafes At Railway Stations (Hindu, Correspondent or Reporter, Jun 15, 2006)
In order to provide Internet access to travellers, Videsh Sanchar Nigam Ltd. (VSNL) on Wednesday said it would set up cyber cafes at 68 major railway stations across the country.
- Hu Firm On Anti-Terror Efforts (Hindu, Correspondent or Reporter, Jun 15, 2006)
China to promote cooperation with Uzbekistan in economy, trade and energy
- Rights Abuses ‘A Serious Problem’ In Pakistan: Us (Daily Times, Correspondent or Reporter, Jun 15, 2006)
Human rights abuses by Pakistani security agencies present a serious problem that the government of Pakistan acknowledges, the State Department said in a report to the US Congress.
- Economic Patriotism (Statesman, Editorial, Statesman, Jun 15, 2006)
One picture of relentless globalisation is that it creates a sort of level playing ground. It holds a lot of promise but, at the same time, strangely makes everybody unsure about the future.
- Kse Acts To Stem Market Decline: Biggest Single-Day Fall (Dawn, Correspondent or Reporter, Jun 15, 2006)
The Karachi Stock Exchange Index of 100 shares collapsed by 548 points on Wednesday, which represented the biggest ever single-day decline in the history of the exchange.
- Dgft Notifies Focus Markets (Hindu, Correspondent or Reporter, Jun 15, 2006)
Latin American, African countries covered
Aim of the scheme is to offset high freight cost
Diamonds, precious stones not eligible for Focus Market benefits
- Looking Backwards (Tribune, Darshan Singh Maini, Jun 15, 2006)
IN old age, one is prone to ponder the past, for the future is so uncertain, so unclear.
- Fatah Men On Rampage In West Bank (Deccan Herald, STEVEN ERLANGER, Jun 14, 2006)
Hundreds of Palestinian security personnel loyal to the Palestinian leader, Mahmoud Abbas, went on a rampage on Monday night in the West Bank town of Ramallah, attacking the parliament and cabinet buildings controlled by his rivals in the . . .
- Bhutan Through Political Reforms (Daily Excelsior, Sondip Bhattacharya, Jun 14, 2006)
Thirty-two years rule of King Jigme Singye Wangchuk has ushered in a new era of democracy.
- On Banning The Da Vinci Code (Hindu, N.L. Rajah, Jun 14, 2006)
To ban the film in India, reacting to demands from some, is grave constitutional impropriety, besides being imprudent.
- Russia, Georgia Pledge To Mend Ties (Hindustan Times, Correspondent or Reporter, Jun 14, 2006)
Russian President Vladimir Putin and his Georgian counterpart Mikhail Saakashvili on Wednesday voiced the need to mend fraying ties between Moscow and Tbilisi, though not without reservation.
- Shock To Peace (Telegraph, Editorial, The Telegraph, Jun 14, 2006)
The deaths in Assam once again show the tragic face of militancy in the North-east. The people who died in the explosion in a market in Guwahati had nothing to do with insurgency.
- 45 Killed As Truck Falls Into Gorge (Tribune, Correspondent or Reporter, Jun 14, 2006)
Forty-five people were killed and 17 injured when the truck they were travelling in fell into a gorge near Bhikiasein in Uttaranchal’s Almora district today, police said.
- Zarqawi Successor Named (Times of India, Correspondent or Reporter, Jun 14, 2006)
Al-Qaida in Iraq has named a little-known militant to succeed its slain leader Abu Musab al-Zarqawi, according to an Internet statement on Monday.
- Us To Enhance Ties With Indian Aviation, Tourism Sector (Press Trust of India, Correspondent or Reporter, Jun 14, 2006)
Targeting Indian business and tourist flow, a major business delegation from Houston city of the US today focussed on enhanced ties with Indian aviation and tourism sectors, besides cargo, to make India among its top partners.
- A Surface Encounter (OutLook, Swapan Dasgupta, Jun 14, 2006)
There is a view, forcefully articulated by a shrinking band of ex-colonials in London’s gentleman’s clubs, that Calcutta was created and lovingly nurtured by the . . .
- Lahore's Only Krishna Temple Demolished (Pioneer, PTI, Jun 14, 2006)
The only Hindu temple in Lahore has been demolished to pave the way for the construction of a multi-storied commercial building.
- Hindu Temple In Lahore Razed (Hindu, Correspondent or Reporter, Jun 14, 2006)
The only Hindu temple in Lahore has been demolished to construct a multi-storeyed commercial building, in violation of the managing Trust Board's laws.
- Rising To Our Potential (Deccan Herald, B G Verghese, Jun 14, 2006)
In a globalised world, India can't afford to shy away from its role as a key player
- Uproar In Na: Nadra Missing From Budget (Dawn, Raja Asghar, Jun 14, 2006)
An opposition eagle eye put the government in the spot during the budget debate in the National Assembly on Tuesday when it was found that no funds had been demanded for a key federal department and the finance minister did not know why it was so.
- The Lady With A Candid Camera (OutLook, SHYAM BENEGAL, Jun 14, 2006)
A scholarly coffee-tabler, meticulously tracing the intrepid odyssey of India's first lady photojournalist.
- Indo-Us N-Deal Faces ‘Testing’ Times (Daily Excelsior, V Mohan Narayan, Jun 14, 2006)
The hype over the agreement between India and the United States on cooperation in civil nuclear energy has subsided with reality checks in both countries.
- More Is Good (News International, Editorial, The News International, Jun 14, 2006)
In Quetta on Sunday, Saleem Saifullah Khan provided both an answer to many of the problems the provinces in Pakistan are faced with and a reason why this seemingly right answer cannot be applied.
- Musharraf To Be Re-Elected In Uniform: Wasi (Pakistan Observer, Correspondent or Reporter, Jun 14, 2006)
Federal Minister for Law Wasi Zaffar said Tuesday President Gen. Pervez Musharraf can retain both offices at a time and he would be re-elected as president for next five years.
- Sco A New Model Of Successful Tie-Up (News International, Vladimir V. Putin, Jun 14, 2006)
As the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO), one of the youngest international entities, is turning five on June 15 and preparing for the anniversary session of its Heads of State Council in Shanghai, I would like to share my thoughts and . . .
- Pressure To Shut Down Guantanamo (Pakistan Observer, Editorial, Pakistan Observer, Jun 14, 2006)
Relatives of two of the three Saudi detainees who died at Guantanamo Bay have said the men could not have committed suicide as the US military claims because they are strict Muslims.
- Galvanising Judicial System (Pakistan Observer, Editorial, Pakistan Observer, Jun 14, 2006)
Prime Minister Shaukat Aziz has said that the government is working to improve judicial system for ensuring speedy and fair justice to the people within the minimum possible time. Addressing the office bearers of Bar Associations from all over the . . .
- Death Of A Bigoted Militant (Dawn, Mahir Ali, Jun 14, 2006)
Two months ago, The Washington Post, citing “internal military documents and officers familiar with the programme”, reported:
- 'Dalits Have Not Benefited From Quotas' (Rediff on the Net, Correspondent or Reporter, Jun 14, 2006)
Professor P Radhakrishnan of the Madras Institute of Development Studies is a well-known social scientist. Some of the key areas of his research include affirmative action; agrarian problems; backward classes and reservations; backward class . . .
- Kulgam Massacre (Daily Excelsior, Editorial, Daily Excelsior, Jun 14, 2006)
It is a cause of acute discomfort that nine Nepalese and Bihari labourers have been shot in cold blood in Kulgam in the south of the Valley.
- Politics And Football: Bridgeable Divide? (Rediff on the Net, Vikram S Mehta, Jun 14, 2006)
More than any other public event, the ongoing world cup is witness to the brotherhood of merit.
- Of Gandhian Ideals (Deccan Herald, A J Thomas, Jun 14, 2006)
...and human relationships that have not really changed much in their essence.
- Bsf Jawan Killed In Bdr Firing (Hindu, Correspondent or Reporter, Jun 14, 2006)
Border Security Force (BSF) jawan was killed when personnel of the Bangladesh Rifles (BDR) fired on a BSF patrol pursuing cattle smugglers at Ghojadanga in West Bengal's North 24 Parganas district on Monday night.
- A Surface Encounter (OutLook, Swapan Dasgupta, Jun 14, 2006)
There is a view, forcefully articulated by a shrinking band of ex-colonials in London’s gentleman’s clubs, that Calcutta was created and lovingly nurtured by the . . .
- When Democracy Died... (Deccan Herald, PARSA VENKATESHWAR RAO JR, Jun 14, 2006)
The book is a personal journal, recording the Emergency as seen from an insider’s point of view.
- Putting The ‘He’Art Back Into Art (Deccan Herald, Correspondent or Reporter, Jun 14, 2006)
Lalitha Ubhayaker’s centre for the arts is a place where young people can nurture their talents. Githa U Badikillaya finds out more.
- A Crown Full Of Feathers! (Deccan Herald, Correspondent or Reporter, Jun 14, 2006)
The journal of Babur provides an insight into the life of an emperor and doubles as a record of history from the hand that made it!
- Taxman Cites The Law On Bachchan (Telegraph, Correspondent or Reporter, Jun 14, 2006)
The income-tax department today refused to confirm or deny if any fresh notices had been sent to Amitabh Bachchan and his family members, but said an “aggrieved” party could always approach the courts of law.
- Mujahir Named Zarqawi’S Successor (Tribune, Ashish Kumar Sen, Jun 14, 2006)
Al-Qaida in Iraq has named a successor to Abu Musab al-Zarqawi days after he was killed in a US airstrike and President George W. Bush on Monday warned that the new terrorist leader would face a similar fate.
- Hindu Temple In Lahore Demolished (Tribune, Correspondent or Reporter, Jun 14, 2006)
The only Hindu temple in Lahore has been demolished to pave the way for the construction of a multi-storied commercial building.
- Of Connecting Global Notes (Deccan Herald, Correspondent or Reporter, Jun 14, 2006)
The musical odyssey of Prem Joshua touches all genres, including remixes. His music is one that comes straight from the soul, says Utpal Borpujari
- Azad Kashmir: Longing For Normality (Dawn, Correspondent or Reporter, Jun 14, 2006)
Most visitors to the earthquake-devastated areas in Azad Kashmir come away with a distinct impression that while the victims are showing great courage and resilience in rebuilding their shattered lives and broken houses brick by . . .
- Bush’S Surprise Visit To Baghdad (Indian Express, Correspondent or Reporter, Jun 14, 2006)
US president George W. Bush assured Iraqis in a surprise visit to Baghdad on Tuesday that the United States stands with them and their new government.
- In Quota’S Defence (Indian Express, Editorial, Indian Express, Jun 14, 2006)
There are no fewer than five pieces on reservations in the latest issue of People’s Democracy including one on ‘the dark world of the media’ that focuses on the ‘upper caste domination in the media’.
- A Lot Like Che (Indian Express, Editorial, Indian Express, Jun 14, 2006)
On a visit to Cuba last month, I stayed in an apartment complex the floor above Camilo Guevara, Ernesto “Che” Guevara’s eldest son, and his children.
- A `Temple Of Learning' Inaugurated (Hindu, Correspondent or Reporter, Jun 13, 2006)
Sri Jnanakshi Vidyaniketan gets a new building
- Tourists Keep Aptdc's Cash Registers Ringing (Hindu, G.V. Prasada Sarma, Jun 13, 2006)
Number of visitors to destinations in and around Vizag on the rise
Picturesque Araku draws more tourists
Package tours record growth of 31 per cent
Peak tourist season is from September to January
- Tourism Minister Inspects Farmers' Market (Hindu, Correspondent or Reporter, Jun 13, 2006)
Tourism Minister N.Suresh Rajan and Collector Sunil Paliwal inspected the functioning of farmer's market at Vadaserry on Monday.
- Lessons For The League (Pioneer, K Govindan Kutty , Jun 13, 2006)
Iuml's defeat in the Kerala Assembly election reflects its alienation from the poor masses who form its social base ---- Mr E Ahamad, the Minister of State for External Affairs, remains in office not because he has no reason to resign.
- Fo Terms Kashmir Core Issue Between Pakistan, India (Dawn, Qudssia Akhlaque, Jun 13, 2006)
The Foreign Office on Monday emphatically declared that it considered Kashmir dispute the core issue between Pakistan and India and said it had been acknowledged in the Simla and Tashkent agreements.
- J&k's Summer Of Death And Grief (Pioneer, Anil Narendra, Jun 13, 2006)
UPA Government's soft approach towards terrorism has only encouraged the jihadis to strike with greater venom and ferocity, says Anil Narendra
- Imam's Call To Party (Pioneer, Editorial, The Pioneer, Jun 13, 2006)
Bukhari dreams of Muslim votes----Shahi Imam Syed Ahmed Bukhari of Delhi's Jama Masjid is being truthful when he says that 'secular' parties have treated India's Muslims as nothing more than a vote-bank to be tapped at the time of elections through . . .
- Ten Killed In Two Militant Attacks In J&k (Hindu, Correspondent or Reporter, Jun 13, 2006)
Picking on soft targets, militants on Monday killed 10 persons, including seven Nepalese labourers, and injured four Amarnath Yatra pilgrims, in two major strikes in Jammu and Kashmir.
- "Harness Atomic Energy For Food Security" (Hindu, T.S. Subramanian, Jun 13, 2006)
Swaminathan's call at BARC golden jubilee
- Greek To Us (Times of India, Editorial, The Times of India, Jun 13, 2006)
A shoebox-sized metallic device retrieved from a 2,000-year-old shipwreck in 1900 that had baffled scientists for years has now been established as the world's oldest surviving astronomical computer.
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