News Analysis - January 2006 @ whatisindia.com

Advanced Akash Tests Successful (Jan 31, 2006)
India test fired a surface-to-air missile that can target multiple targets simultaneously.<More>
Clemenceau to Wait Till Feb 12 (Jan 31, 2006)
The French Government is seeking an urgent court order to stop an independent verification on the asbestos content in the condemned aircraft carrier Clemenceau.<More>
Former PoK PM Welcomes Indian Offer (Jan 31, 2006)
Former Pakistan-Occupied Kashmir Prime Minister Sardar Abdul Qayoom said that the Pakistani Government should have accepted Indian help after the earthquake four months ago.<More>
Govt Promises Safety for Candidates (Jan 31, 2006)
Over 608 electoral candidates, fearing Maoist terrorists’ threats, pulled out of upcoming Nepal polls. King Gnanendra insists on going through elections for mayoral offices despite the boycott of 7 political parties and incessant violence from Maoist terrorists.<More>
US, EU Threaten to Stop Aid (Jan 31, 2006)
Striking an increasingly defiant tone, Hamas has rejected international demands that they recognize Israel’s right to exist and disarm.<More>
India Wants Detailed Study to understand Natanz “Research” (January. 30. 2006)
India has asked the US and the European Union (EU) not to be hasty to take Iran to the UNSC. It said as a signatory of the Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty, Iran has rights to develop, use, and source technologies for civilian purposes.<More>
260 m People below Poverty Line (Jan 30, 2006)
India's Social Development Report indicated that vast portions of the country, especially in the North remained illiterate, remains below the poverty line.<More>
Bollywood Promotes Smoking (Jan 30, 2006)
A World Health Organization (WHO) study has shown that the Hindi film industry’s support for smoking tobacco usage has increased.<More>
France Ready to Repatriate Asbestos (Jan 30, 2006)
The French Government indicated that it would be willing to repatriate the asbestos that is still remnant in the condemned aircraft carrier Clemenceau.<More>
Gujarat Villages Vow Dowry Fight (Jan 30, 2006)
Two villages in Gujarat have vowed not to accept dowry for their sons and to give dowry for their daughter.<More>
India, Saudi Sign 3 Accords (Jan 30, 2006)
The Saudi Arabian King Abdullah bin Abdul-Aziz al Saud completed his four-day state visit to India.<More>
Intl Community Asks Hamas to Disarm (Jan 30, 2006)
With a large majority in the recently concluded polls in Palestine territory, Hamas is set to form a Government that will surely not be recognized by many countries and likely seriously affect the peace process.<More>
Large Domestic Textile Growth (Jan 30, 2006)
The textile industry in India, which relied mostly on exports for high value income, is seeing a large growth in the home textile segment.<More>
Russia, US Compete for Lunar Helium-3 (Jan 30, 2006)
Russia & the US are in a new race to built permanent bases on the moon to begin an industrial-scale delivery of the rare isotope Helium-3 by 2020.<More>
US asks India Reconsider Syrian Investment (Jan 30, 2006)
The United States submitted an aide mémoire seeking India to reconsider its decision to invest in a Syrian oilfield.<More>
Buta Singh Resigns (Jan 28, 2006)
The Supreme Court (SC) indicted Bihar Governor Buta Singh resigned after taking the traditional Republic Day salute but refused to accept any blame.<More>
Clemenceau Owner Challenges Greenpeace (Jan 28, 2006)
The owner of the condemned French aircraft carrier Clemenceau has challenged the environmental group Green peace to prove its claims of level of asbestos in that ship.<More>
India Refutes Mulford’s Remarks (January 28, 2006)
The Indian foreign office summoned the United States Ambassador to tell him that his comments on the Indo-US nuclear deal and the Iran vote were “inappropriate and not conducive to building a strong partnership between our two independent democracies.” <More>
Hamas Wins Palestinian Elections (Jan 28, 2006)
The terrorist group Hamas won 76 of the 132 members Parliament making it eligible to form the Government. The ruling Fattah ended up with 43 seats and conceded defeat.<More>
Interpol Wants 15 Pak Accounts Frozen (Jan 28, 2006)
On the request of Interpol, Pakistan froze 15 bank accounts of Afghan trading houses that are suspected to have links with the Taliban.<More>
Iran Withdraws from LNG Deal (Jan 28, 2006)
Iran’s National Iranian Gas Export Corporation (NIGEC) has said it will reserve the right to withdraw supply of 2.5 million tons of Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) if the crude oil prices crosses USD $80 a barrel.<More>
IT & ITES to Bring USD 130B Revenue (Jan 28, 2006)
A Forrester Research study predicted that Indian and Information Technology (IT) and Business Process Outsourcing (BPO) would fetch the country USD 130 billion this year.<More>
Mush Wants Demilitarized Kashmir (Jan 28, 2006)
Pakistan President Pervez Musharraf urged the Indian Government to respond positively to his plan of demilitarization and "self-governance" in Jammu & Kashmir (J&K).<More>
Naxals Kills 1 RPF in Ranchi (Jan 28, 2006)
Indian Maoist Naxal terrorists killed a Railway Protection Force employee and derailed a goods train and blasted a small bridge disrupting traffic on a national highway near Ranchi, Jharkhand.<More>
Opposition Parties Call Bundh (Jan 28, 2006)
In response to a strike call by the 7-political-party alliance, Nepal was virtually shut down forcing it to defer its 57th Republic Day celebrations to Saturday.<More>
Coordinated Terrorist Attacks in Nepal (Jan 27, 2006)
Spreading panic, hundreds of Maoist terrorists launched multiple coordinated attacks in a key Midwestern town bordering India in Nepal.<More>
Israel Terms Hamas Victory a “Ticking Bomb” (Jan 27, 2006)
Over a million of the 3.5 million Palestinians voted to elect out of 700 plus candidates (with 80 odd women candidates) seeking a mandate fewer than 11 political parties and as independents for 132 Parliamentary seats.<More>
Post Chides Mush on Terrorism (Jan 27, 2006)
In a scathing editorial, the Washington Post has castigated the lack of progress in the war of terror because Pakistan wants to be “counted as a U.S. ally while avoiding an all-out campaign against the Islamic extremists in his country.”<More>
Saudi Will Invest 150B in Infrastructure (Jan 27, 2006)
With the historical visit of the Saudi Arabia King Abdullah bin Abdul-Aziz al Saud to India, the two countries are expected to sign three major agreements on terrorism, trade, and investments.<More>
Sri Lanka and LTTE Agree to Talk (Jan 27, 2006)
Sri Lankan Government and the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) seem to have agreed to resume direct unconditional talks next month in Switzerland.<More>
UPA in Trouble over SC Bihar Verdict (Jan 27, 2006)
The import of the Supreme Court verdict dawned on the nation when communist allies and right-of-center opposition came together to criticize the Government for its poor management of Bihar.<More>
NHRC Warns Against Child-Sex (Jan 26, 2006)
The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has reported that despite strong laws and political will, weak police implementation and overburdened judiciary has resulted in a USD 8 billion flesh trade in South Asia.<More>
Police Arrest 2 More LeT Men (Jan 26, 2006)
The Bangalore police two more suspected Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) operatives in the city and retrieved several bombs and "incriminating documents."<More>
Saudi Abdullah 4 Day Visit (Jan 26, 2006)
After a space of 51 years, Saudi Arabian King Abdullah bin Abdul-Aziz al Saud is visiting India for a 4-day visit.<More>
SC Criticizes Buta Singh Report (Jan 26, 2006)
In a far-reaching verdict, the Supreme Court has indicted Bihar Governor Buta Singh for his "undue haste" to recommend the "drastic and extreme" dissolution of the Bihar assembly.<More>
Solheim Restarts Lanka-LTTE Peace Process (Jan 26, 2006)
Norwegian Minister for International Development Erik Solheim met with Sri Lankan President Mahinda Rajapakse to bring the Government and the rebel Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam back to the peace process.<More>
SPA to Boycott Polls (Jan 26, 2006)
Despite heavy opposition and protests, Nepal’s King Gnanendra seems intent on his local elections scheduled for February 8.<More>
US Uses Systematic Torture (Jan 26, 2006)
European Human Rights investigator and Swiss Senator Dick Marty said that the United States systematically used torture through third parties as a weapon against captured Taliban fighters and suspected terrorists.<More>
India Rejects Mulford Iran Link (January 25, 2006)
India firmly rejected United States (US) Ambassador to India David Mulford’s assertion that the Indo-US Nuclear deal is linked to how India votes in the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) against Iran.<More>
AAI Says Nepal Most Undemocratic (Jan 25, 2006)
The International Development Agency, Action Aid International has said that of the 42 countries it serves, Nepal is the most undemocratic nation.<More>
India, Saudi Strengthen Economic Ties (Jan 25, 2006)
Saudi Arabian King Abdullah bin Abdul-Aziz visited China and the two countries have signed a protocol on oil exploration, natural gas, and minerals.<More>
ISRO to Assist in Health (Jan 25, 2006)
The Federal Health Ministry and National Institute of Communicable Diseases in a tie-up with the Indian Space Research Organization (ISRO) will link 400 sites countrywide.<More>
ONGC Invests 250 m in Sudan (Jan 25, 2006)
ONGC Videsh Limited and Bharat Heavy Electricals Limited (BHEL) have teamed up to invest USD 350 million in a 500 megawatt (MW) project in Sudan.<More>
US Calls LTTE as "Reprehensible Terrorist Group" (Jan 25, 2006)
The United States Under-Secretary of State Nicholas Burns described the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam as a "reprehensible terrorist group" keeping Sri Lanka "on the edge of war.<More>
US,EU Oppose Hamas Victory (Jan 25, 2006)
The United States has said that it will not recognize a Hamas majority Government.<More>
France TrashesTechnopure Report (Jan 24, 2006)
Fearing the loss of business from increased environmental awareness and regulation, Alang ship breaking yard officials in Gujarat has sought French expertise to dismantle Clemenceau.<More>
H5N1 Researchers Find Virus Communicable to Humans (Jan 24, 2006)
Researchers performing autopsies of H5N1 virus infected cats have found that the virus can be transmitted through urine and faeces thus intensifying fears of a human pan endemic.<More>
HRC Chides Pak for racist Policy (Jan 24, 2006)
Bugti rebels attacked a Pakistani army base, telephone exchange, and Government offices in South Western Baloachistan province.<More>
Poll Predicts Hamas Victory (Jan 24, 2006)
Israel was on full alert today as two pre-poll surveys of Palestinian territories indicated a large Hamas victory.<More>
Rajasthan e-School Experiment (Jan 24, 2006)
The United Nation’s-funded Global e-Schools and Communities Initiative (GeSCI) signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Rajasthan to e-enable its education system.<More>
Speculation on Talks Location (Jan 24, 2006)
Sri Lanka is to propose names of 5 countries where it would be open to hold talks with the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE).<More>
Tea Workers Back LTTE (Jan 24, 2006)
Suspected Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) operatives ambushed a 10 member foot patrol in Sri Lanka. In the resulting battle near Batticaloa, four soldiers were injured.<More>
All Lanka Parties Want LTTE Talks (Jan 21, 2006)
An all party meeting called by Sri Lankan President Mahinda Rajapakse recommended the resumption of talk with the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE).<More>
Egypt Orders Separate Probe (Jan 21, 2006)
The Egyptian Parliament has ordered a separate probe to determine whether Clemenceau contains asbestos and if sending it India would be a violation of the 1989 Basel Convention.<More>
IFC Continue to Support Indian Infra Investments (Jan 21, 2006)
In a recent report, the International Finance Corporation (IFC), the private sector lending arm of the World Bank, has said that it will continue to support Indian investments in infrastructure.<More>
India, Saudi to Fight Terrorism (Jan 21, 2006)
India and Saudi Arabia will sign an agreement that will increase co-operation to fight crime and terrorism, avoid double taxation, and prevent tax evasion.<More>
Gnanendra Curbs Civil Rights (Jan 20, 2006)
In a major crackdown to thwart opposition to February elections, Nepal arrested scores of activists, cut cell phone services, and placed under house arrest senior leaders.<More>
HRW Slams Musharraf for Anti-Women Violence (Jan 20, 2006)
The New York based Human Rights Watch (HRW) has said that the Pakistan President Pervez Musharraf was so interested in consolidating power that he had virtually ignored the plight of women in Pakistan.<More>
Indo-Pak Disagree on CBMs (Jan 20, 2006)
India and Pakistan started their third round of composite dialogue and called for continued conversation and confidence building measures (CBMs).<More>
Intl Donors Pledge USD 1.9B to Fight Bird Flu (Jan 20, 2006)
International donors meeting in Beijing have pledged USD 1.9 billion to fight the dreaded H5N1 bird flu virus.<More>
Militant Attacks Curtails Civil Liberties (Jan 20, 2006)
The United States Agency for International Aid (USAID) said that militant attacks are "significantly damaging" infrastructure in Iraq and widespread lawlessness is dramatically curtailing civil liberties.<More>
More Troops in Trinco (Jan 20, 2006)
Following the Improvised Explosive Device incident yesterday, Sri Lanka deployed more troops in the strategic port city Trincomalee.<More>
Netherlands Praises India's Economic Progress (Jan 20, 2006)
Speaking at the Indian Institute of Science (IISc), the Netherlands Prime Minister Jan Peter Balkenende said that India is well on its way to becoming a global economic and political power.<More>
SC Cracks Whip on Sexual Harrassment (Jan 20, 2006)
The Supreme Court has asked all Indian states and Union Territories to abide by its 1997 ruling on sexual harassment at the workplace.<More>
Bomb Explosion in Trincomalee (Jan 19, 2006)
An improvised explosive device (IED) placed in an abandoned push cart, exploded as a convoy carrying Sri Lankan navy men went by.<More>
India Denies Egypt Query (Jan 19, 2006)
National English newspaper The Hindu reported that Egyptian authorities did not contact the Indian Government to obtain latest documents regarding the acceptance of Clemenceau in India.<More>
Indo-Pak Dialogue Continues (Jan 19, 2006)
India and Pakistan met for the third time to continue its composite dialogue process.<More>
LeT Deep Inside J&K Admin (Jan 19, 2006)
The Jammu & Kashmir (J&K) police investigating the Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) plot to kill former J&K Chief Minister Mufti Mohammed Sayeed expressed disbelief to the extent of their penetration of the state apparatus.<More>
Musharraf Says India Fans Baloach Insurgency (Jan 19, 2006)
Pakistan President Pervez Musharraf restated his allegation about India's "involvement" the insurgency of Baloachistan.<More>
NCW Guidelines for Call Centers (Jan 19, 2006)
The National Commission for Women (NCW) has issued guidelines for call centers around the country regarding the safety of women coming and going to their place of work.<More>
NCW Wants Marriage Registration (Jan 19, 2006)
The Supreme Court in consultation with the National Commission for Women (NCW) will be requiring, irrespective of religious disposition, the mandatory registration of marriages.<More>
Nepal Crackdown on SPA (Jan 19, 2006)
Nepal initiated a crackdown on pro-democracy parties determine to boycott the municipal elections on February 8. Nepal arrested at least two dozen activists of a seven party alliance opposing the monarchy.<More>
Poor Elementary Education in Rural Districts (Jan 19, 2006)
A national study of 506 rural districts has revealed that over 14 million children still do not go to school. Bihar, Uttar Pradesh, Rajasthan, Andhra Pradesh, and Orissa account for 71.2% of this number.<More>
Govt Plans More Power Plants (Jan 18, 2006)
The Federal Power Ministry unveiled ambitious plans to create several ultra mega power plants that can generate 4000 mega watts (mw) at the cost of Rs.150 billion each.<More>
Karnataka Busts LeT Module (Jan 18, 2006)
Karnataka police busted a Lashkar-e-Toiba module in the state that meant to blow up economic targets such as reservoirs and power stations and cause maximum civilian damage.<More>
Nepal Slaps Curfew (Jan 18, 2006)
Nepal imposed curfew in Katmandu after Maoist terrorists attacked police outposts 10 kilometers from Katmandu.<More>
SC Asks for Clarification from Speaker (Jan 18, 2006)
The Supreme Court has issued notice to the Parliament Speaker Somnath Chatterjee seeking clarification on the Constitutionality of the expulsion of several Members of Parliament after a TV sting operation caught them on camera taking bribes.<More>
SC Demands Customs Report (Jan 18, 2006)
The Supreme Court on Monday instructed the company that owns Clemenceau, the condemned aircraft carrier with tons of asbestos, not to include the exclusive economic zone of 220 nautical miles.<More>
UK Plans FTA with India and EU (Jan 18, 2006)
To get a fair share of India's growing global trade engagement, Britain has mooted a plan to create a Free Trade Agreement between India and the European Union.<More>
Egypt Allows Clemenceau Departure (Jan 17, 2006)
Egyptian officials seem to have granted clearance to the French aircraft carrier Clemenceau after a tense standoff between the two Governments.<More>
Gnanendra Announces Polls Amid Violence (Jan 17, 2006)
In a massive attack using automatic weapons and various bombs over the weekend, Maoist terrorists in Nepal killed 11 policemen and wounding many other just 10 kilometers from Katmandu.<More>
IAF to Order More LCA (Jan 17, 2006)
The Aeronautical Development Agency (ADA) has revealed plans for a Medium Combat Aircraft which will succeed the indigenously designed and developed Light Combat Aircraft (LCA).<More>
Israel Seeks to Disallow Hamas (Jan 17, 2006)
The Israeli cabinet has approved the participation of East Jerusalem in the forthcoming Palestinian elections.<More>
ISRO Plans Satellite Launch Business (Jan 17, 2006)
The Indian Space Research Organization (ISRO) is planning to enter the lucrative satellite launch business and aiming to capture 10% of the market share over the next five years.<More>
KIOCL Stops Mining Western Ghats (Jan 17, 2006)
The Kudremukh Iron Ore Company Limited (KIOCL), a Federal Government-owned public sector company complied with Supreme Court orders and stopped mining ore in the environmentally sensitive Western Ghats.<More>
TRAI to Resurrect Convergence (Jan 17, 2006)
The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) is planning to resurrect an old plan to converge telecom, Internet, and broadcasting sectors.<More>
British Accuse Hamza (Jan 16, 2006)
The Anti-Terrorist Squad (ATS) of the Mumbai police arrested an 'Imam' for alleged links to the banned Lashkar-e-Toiba terrorist group.<More>
Corps Want Simple Taxation Structure (Jan 16, 2006)
Several economists encouraged the Government to maintain corporate taxation structure but simplify it.<More>
EC shocked over WB electoral fraud (Jan 16, 2006)
The 19-member Election Commission team cleaning the electoral rolls of West Bengal has expressed deep shock over the systematic mechanisms adopted in including thousands of bogus voters in 9 border districts.<More>
Govt Yields Decision to SCMC (Jan 16, 2006)
The Indian Government said that it would make its final decision on Clemenceau, the French warship on its way to Gujarat for dismantling, but detained in Egypt, on January 20, 2006.<More>
Increased NRI Remittance Contains Deficit (Jan 16, 2006)
A 15% increased inward remittances from expatriates have contained current account to about 2.5% of the USD 800 billion Indian economy.<More>
India and Japan Expects to Sign CEPA (Jan 16, 2006)
Indian and Japan are expected to sign a Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) by the end of the year.<More>
Jihadis Accept Kashmir UN Resolution is Impractical (Jan 16, 2006)
The Muttahid Jihad Council (MJC), a conglomerate of terrorist groups based in Pakistan, has for the first time said that the implementation United Nations resolutions are irrelevant.<More>
Naxals Forcing Women into Terrorism (Jan 16, 2006)
Maoist terrorists in India, called Naxalites, are increasingly hiring or forcing women into extremism.<More>
Norway Criticizes LTTE (Jan 16, 2006)
The Norwegian-led truce monitoring mission in Sri Lanka criticized the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam of violating the ceasefire that has cause 125 deaths since December 2005.<More>
ATS Arrests LeT's Man (Jan 14, 2006)
British prosecution officials accused jailed Egyptian priest Sheikh Abu Hamza of preaching terrorism and of possessing a "terror manual."<More>
Baloach Fighters Suspected for Explosion (Jan 14, 2006)
A powerful explosion ripped state-owned gas pipelines in southwestern Baloach province of Pakistan.<More>
Hamas Deletes Israel Destruction Vow? (Jan 14, 2006)
In a significant move that will bring it closer to mainstream politics in Palestine, the Islamist terrorist group Hamas has deleted a clause in its manifesto seeking the destruction of Israel.<More>
India, China Sign Oil and Gas Framework (Jan 14, 2006)
Federal Petroleum Minister Mani Shankar Aiyar said that India and China signed a framework that would allow state-owned oil and gas companies can evolve and submit joint bids for acquisition of assets overseas.<More>
India Divests 8% Maruti Stake (Jan 14, 2006)
The Indian Government divested 8% of its stake in Maruti Udyog Limited to raise Rs.15.67 billion.<More>
India, France Say No Basel Violation (Jan 14, 2006)
The Egyptian Government has halted the convoy tugging condemned French warship Clemenceau b efore it could enter the Suez Canal.<More>
Indo-Saudi Agreements Announced (Jan 14, 2006)
Information and Broadcasting Minister Priyaranjan Munshi stated announced that the Indian and Saudi Governments are signing a bilateral agreement on investment and protection.<More>
Lanka & LTTE Accuse Each other of violations (Jan 14, 2006)
Sri Lankan army officials say that they shot down a suspected Liberation Tiger of Tamil Eelam operative who threw a grenade into an army encampment.<More>
Maoist Break Ceasefire Again (Jan 14, 2006)
In the largest attack since Maoist terrorists broke their unilateral ceasefire, over 1000 armed men attacked Government buildings about 650 kilometer west of Katmandu.<More>
15 Bird Flu Deaths in Turkey (Jan 13, 2006)
Turkey struggled to cull its poultry population even as the dreaded H5N1 strain of the bird flu virus disease seen heading westwards into Europe.<More>
AMU Can’t Claim Minority Status (Jan 13, 2006)
The Federal Human Resources Minister Arjun Singh has said that the Federal Cabinet will proclaim an ordinance that the Aligarh Muslim University will be a minority institution.<More>
Baloach Calls Musharraf a Liar (Jan 13, 2006)
In an interview with The Hindu, Nawab Akhbar Khan Bugti, the Baloach tribal leader who is under siege by Pakistan troops and in rebellion against Pakistani rule, called Pakistani President Pervez Musharraf a liar.<More>
FM to Simplify FBT (Jan 13, 2006)
Indian Finance Minister P. Chidambaram has said that the Government will simplify the controversial Fringe Benefit Tax (FBT) but not withdraw it.<More>
Israel Allows Palestinians to Vote (Jan 13, 2006)
Under intense American pressure, Israel will allow Palestinians to vote in East Jerusalem under condition that representatives of Hamas will not participate.<More>
LTTE Demands Withdrawal of Sri Lankan Army (Jan 13, 2006)
The Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) has demanded the withdrawal of Sri Lankan army from the North and East of the country.<More>
Polluting Countries Set up Fund (Jan 13, 2006)
Six of the world's largest polluting countries will create a multi-million dollar fund to encourage mining and power industries to develop and use cleaner technologies to combat climate change.<More>
Abu Salem Confesses (Jan 12, 2006)
Extradited gangster Abu Salem's former driver has allegedly confessed to his role in the murder of Mumbai businessman Pradip Jain in 1995 over a real-estate dispute.<More>
Communal Violence Victims to get 7 lakhs (Jan 12, 2006)
The Federal Home Minister Shivraj Patil said that the Communal Violence (Prevention, Control and Rehabilitation of Victims) Bill is likely to be implemented in three months.<More>
EC to Fight Electoral Fraud in WB (Jan 12, 2006)
For the first time, the Communist party which has controlled politics in West Bengal for over 25 years has admitted the pervasive existence of false voter ID and ration cards.<More>
Elite Troops to Fight Terror (Jan 12, 2006)
The Federal Home Minister Shivaraj Patil announced plans to create 300 new battalions of special troops to fight terror.<More>
HRD Ministry Wants More Funds (Jan 12, 2006)
The Indian Human Resources Development Ministry has requested an increased allotment of Rs.8.8 billion to invest in engineering and management education.<More>
ISRO Successfully Tests Scramjet (Jan 12, 2006)
The Vikram Sarabhai Space Center of the Indian Space Research Organization (ISRO) announced the successful testing of indigenously designed and developed Supersonic Combustion Ramjet (Scramjet).<More>
More Bird Flu Infections in Vietnam (Jan 12, 2006)
A new study of 45000 humans in Vietnam has revealed that up to 750 cases of human infection of the dreaded H5N1 bird flu virus.<More>
Myanmar Pipeline Setback (Jan 12, 2006)
In a major blow to Indian plans procure gas and transport them through trans-national pipelines, Myanmar has spurned an Indian offer in favor of China.<More>
Board of Trade Discuss Decline in Exports (Jan 11, 2006)
Federal Commerce & Industry Minister Kamal Nath has called for a Board of Trade meeting to discuss the alarming decline in exports in November 2005.<More>
Budget to have Rural Bias (Jan 11, 2006)
The Indian Finance Minister P. Chidambaram met with business leaders for a pre-budget consultations and hinted that the budget will have a strong rural bias and emphasis.<More>
Clemenceau has less than .2% Asbestos (Jan 11, 2006)
French authorities have said that the retired French warship "Clemenceau" on its way to the Gujarat junkyard for dismantling has less than .2% of the toxic asbestos.<More>
EU Plans to Ban LTTE (Jan 11, 2006)
Sri Lankan President Mahinda Rajapakse accused the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) of "abusing" Colombo's "restraint."<More>
Khaleda to Visit India (Jan 11, 2006)
Bangladesh Prime Minister Begum Khaleda Zia is expected to visit India later this year to discuss major irritants in Indo-Bangla relations.<More>
LeT Responsible for IISc Attack (Jan 11, 2006)
Investigation of IISc terrorist incident showed that Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) operative Abdul Rehman, a resident of Saudi Arabia and arrested in Nalgonda had visited Bangalore, Mysore, and Kolar districts earlier.<More>
WHO Warns Bird Flu May Spread to Humans (Jan 11, 2006)
World Health Organization (WHO) said that five more people have been infected by the dreaded H5N1 strain of bird-flu virus in Turkey indicating that the disease is spreading.<More>
AU Opposes UNSC Expansion (Jan 10, 2006)
India, Germany, and Brazil have re-tabled their draft resolution on the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) expansion. <More>
Govt Approves New Oil Project (Jan 10, 2006)
The Government authorized the creation of a strategic oil reserve project under the control of the federal Oil Industry Development Board (OIDB).<More>
Govt Wants Ayurveda Certification (Jan 10, 2006)
Federal Health Minister Anbumani Ramadoss stated that companies manufacturing Ayurvedic drugs must certify that their products do not contain heavy metals.<More>
ISRO Expects to Earn 400 Million (Jan 10, 2006)
The Indian Space & Research Organization (ISRO) expects to earn Rs.400 million annually from the fourth generation indigenously designed and developed Insat4A.<More>
More Farmers Commit Suicide (Jan 10, 2006)
Indebtedness, crop failure, non-payment of expensive loans drove scores of farmers to suicide.<More>
MQM Objects Excessive Force in Baloachistan (Jan 10, 2006)
The Muttahida Qaumi Movement (MQM), a key ally of Pakistani President Pervez Musharraf has vocally protested against excessive use of force by the military to quell separatism in the Southwestern Baloach province.<More>
SC Agrees to Hear FBT (Jan 10, 2006)
The Supreme Court has agreed to hear several cases filed in High Courts against the controversial Fringe Benefit Tax (FBT).<More>
SC Cautions Against Bogus Cases (Jan 10, 2006)
IThe Supreme Court has directed all the courts in India not accept litigation against retired bureaucrats without a prior sanction from the Government.<More>
Survey Finds Fall in Sex Ratio (Jan 10, 2006)
A study published in the British medical journal "The Lancet" says that 10 million fetuses may have been aborted in India over the past 20 years because of ultrasound sex screening.<More>

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