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Articles 14221 through 14320 of 21681:
- Opposition Targets Sonia, Walks Out From (Tribune, Anita Katyal, Dec 08, 2005)
Prime Minister Manmohan Singh today set the proverbial cat among the pigeons when he described the ongoing disruption of Parliament by the BJP as a drama and an attempt to deflect attention from its internal problems.
- Bjp Drama To Divert Attention, Says Pm (Tribune, Anita Katyal, Dec 08, 2005)
Prime Minister Manmohan Singh today set the proverbial cat among the pigeons when he described the ongoing disruption of Parliament by the BJP as a drama and an attempt to deflect attention from its internal problems.
- Let A Thousand Children Bloom (Telegraph, Editorial, The Telegraph, Dec 08, 2005)
The slow and limited international response to the HIV/ AIDS crisis has contributed directly to the deepening of global health inequalities.
- Poverty And Inflation (Dawn, Sultan Ahmed, Dec 08, 2005)
Pakistan's economic future is bright despite the setback caused by the October 8 earthquake, says a senior IMF official. In saying that he rhymes with the optimistic predictions of the World Bank and the Asian Development Bank, which have made intense
- That Soft, Steady Glow Of Democracy (Indian Express, Husain Haqqani, Dec 08, 2005)
What could be the link between a constitutional referendum in Kenya, the arrest of a former military dictator in Chile and the electoral defeat of a flawed populist in India’s Bihar state?
- Iraq ‘Conducive Environment’ For Terrorism: Musharraf (Daily Times, Correspondent or Reporter, Dec 08, 2005)
President Pervez Musharraf has said that deteriorating security situation in Iraq has escalated terrorism and warned that terrorism might spiral out of control there.
- The Controversy Goes On (Deccan Herald, M B NAQVI, Dec 08, 2005)
With Sind and Punjab arguing over the construction of the dam, it is now enmeshed in provincial politics
- Sena: The Tiger Whimpers (Deccan Herald, Venkat Krishnan, Dec 08, 2005)
The Shiv Sena is a party in trouble. Unless the party reinvents itself, it has no future.
- The Protege Who Came In From The Cold (Indian Express, Shiv Aroor, Dec 08, 2005)
The protege who came in from the cold
- Kashmir Violence Down Due To ‘Changed Attitude’ Of Pakistan (Daily Times, Iftikhar Gilani, Dec 08, 2005)
Indian Home Minister Shivraj Patil conceded on Wednesday that “the changed attitude of the neighbouring country” has contributed significantly to the reduction of violence in Indian-held Kashmir, but that Pakistan still has not disbanded . . .
- Us: India Very Close Ally In War On Terror (Deccan Herald, Correspondent or Reporter, Dec 08, 2005)
Describing India as a “very close partner” in the war against terror, the US has stressed the importance of sharing intelligence between the two countries to face the threat.
- Calendar Year Of Indian Navy (Pioneer, Anil Bhat, Dec 08, 2005)
Anil Bhat recapitulates the achievements of the wing of the armed forces that rules the waves.
- The Odd Couple (Dawn, F.S. Aijazuddin, Dec 08, 2005)
Nothing succeeds like success, however simulated, and at the moment two persons — President Pervez Musharraf and Prime Minister Shaukat Aziz — are savouring their own personal brand of success.
- The Wages Of Corruption (Pioneer, Hiranmay Karlekar, Dec 08, 2005)
Around 4.30 pm on Friday December 2, 2005, officials of the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) arrested Subhash Bhowmik, football coach of Kolkata's famous East Bengal Club and a former international footballer, on the charge of accepting a bribe . . .
- Iraq War & Arab Media (Dawn, Ameed Shah, Dec 08, 2005)
It seems that the Americans are realizing the costs and effects of the venture they decided to take in Iraq. The strategy, which Bush administration is presenting to achieve the victory in Iraq doesn’t seem to even impress his own party members.
- Railway Link Discussed With Indian Envoy (Dawn, Correspondent or Reporter, Dec 08, 2005)
The Muttahida Qaumi Movement on Wednesday discussed Pakistan-India relations and other issues with the Indian High Commissioner here on Wednesday. According to a party press release, the MQM coordination committee hosted a luncheon meeting with Indian Hig
- Threat From East (Daily Excelsior, Editorial, Dailyexcelsior, Dec 08, 2005)
Often in the past we have expressed concern in these columns over the arrival of unauthorised immigrants from Bangladesh in this city. It is indeed surprising that they manage to travel from one end of the country to the other without being detected.
- Four Pakistani Soldiers Abducted Near Afghan Border (Press Trust of India, Correspondent or Reporter, Dec 08, 2005)
Unidentified men have abducted four Pakistani paramilitary soldiers in the country's South Waziristan tribal region bordering Afghanistan.
- India-Pakistan Shipping Talks From Tomorrow (Hindu, B. MURALIDHAR REDDY, Dec 07, 2005)
It enables ships of both countries to pick up cargo for a third country party
Talks are a follow up to the decision by the Joint Study Group
Shipping industry feels that if the protocol is amended cargo flow could rise manifold
- Madrasa Reforms (Statesman, Editorial, Statesman, Dec 07, 2005)
Will Bengal take leaf out of Musharraf’s book?
The ordinance promulgated by President Parvez Musharraf to regulate the functioning of 25,000 madrasas in Pakistan is a bold step that recognises realities.
- Indo-Russia Relationship Based On Political Consensus: Pm (Press Trust of India, Correspondent or Reporter, Dec 07, 2005)
Observing that there was no significant sector in India where it has not been benefited from Russia, Prime Minister Manmohan Singh tonight said the bilateral strategic relationship was based on political consensus in both the countries despite . . .
- Manmohan-Putin Summit (Daily Excelsior, Correspondent or Reporter, Dec 07, 2005)
Declaring the determination of India and Russia to jointly combat terrorism, President Vladimir Putin today expressed his country’s readiness to cooperate with New Delhi in the field of nuclear energy and said Moscow was also prepared to increase oil. . .
- The Farooq Show (Daily Excelsior, Correspondent or Reporter, Dec 07, 2005)
If ever an award is instituted for a political leader of the State employing tongue like a double-edged weapon it will certainly go to National Conference patriarch Farooq Abdullah.
- Bangladesh Scene: Cause For Concern (Daily Excelsior, M Rama Rao, Dec 07, 2005)
Anam Khan who is the Defence and Strategic Affairs editor of the Dhaka daily, The Daily Star, says it is time to come to grips with 'the frightening prospect of combating an ideologically motivated group, prepared to kill themselves for the sake . . .
- The Great Indian Political Circus (Business Line, Rasheeda Bhagat , Dec 07, 2005)
If the Congress party is going through troubled times amid the fallout of the Volcker report, the BJP has had its share of problems with the volatile Uma Bharti. A trying time for the country's two main parties.
- Pak Beats India To Lady Bank Boss (Telegraph, IMTIAZ GUL, Dec 07, 2005)
Musharraf picks accomplished Shamshad to take care of coffers
- Pakistan Government Has Allowed Import Of Mild Steel From India (India Daily, Correspondent or Reporter, Dec 07, 2005)
The Pakistan Government has allowed import of mild steel from India.
- India Rejects The Corrupt (Pakistan Observer, Editorial, Pakistan Observer, Dec 07, 2005)
The ruling Indian Congress Party has removed Natwar Singh from its Steering Committee, which oversees the party affairs for his involvement in oil for food scandal. Natwar Singh has already been suspended as Foreign Minister on the charge . . .
- Taken For A Ride (Dawn, Hafizur Rahman, Dec 07, 2005)
These are somewhat abnormal times. As a wag insists, it was the turn of martial law in Pakistan, but the present dispensation is neither here nor there, and, although on paper there is democracy in the country, the ruler is a general in uniform, ....
- Bridging Digital Divide (Pakistan Observer, Editorial, Pakistan Observer, Dec 07, 2005)
Chairman Pakistan Telecom Authority (PTA) and President Asia Pacific Telecommunity (APT) Shahzada Alam Malik has urged technologically advanced nations of Asia Pacific region to provide assistance to the less developed countries in bridging the . . .
- Kashmir Solution To Promote Peace: Pm: Holistic Approach Against Terror Urged (Dawn, Correspondent or Reporter, Dec 07, 2005)
Prime Minister Shaukat Aziz said on Tuesday a just settlement of the Kashmir dispute was a fundamental aspect of the ongoing peace process with India. “Progress has been made in our composite dialogue process (with India) and we hope it will help in . . .
- ‘Uk To Keep Seeking Kashmir Settlement’ (Dawn, Correspondent or Reporter, Dec 07, 2005)
Britain will continue to urge Pakistan and India to find a permanent settlement of the Kashmir issue, said British Foreign and Commonwealth Office (FCO) here
- New Definitions Of Words Used In `War On Terror' (Hindu, Marina Hyde, Dec 07, 2005)
It can only be days before they start referring to white phosphorus as `freedom dust.'
- Is It Really Health For All? (Dawn, Zubeida Mustafa, Dec 07, 2005)
The Alma Ata message of ‘health for all’ has at long last reached the policy planners in Islamabad. Prime Minister Shaukat Aziz has said that the government’s health strategy was focused on the prevention and control of diseases, provision of maternal . .
- Values Endure As Traditions Fade (Tribune, John Daniszewski, Dec 07, 2005)
A normal family: four lives under one roof, intertwined, but each an individual. Immigrants from South Asia, Mohsin and Khawar have created a space for themselves and their children to develop and to find identities in a country and on a continent . . .
- Khaleda’S Agenda (Statesman, Correspondent or Reporter, Dec 07, 2005)
Handing over power to Islamists
The situation in Bangladesh is fast heading towards anarchy. Close on the heels of the killing of two district judges in a bomb attack in Barisal, suicide bombers struck Gazipur, neighbouring Dhaka, and Chittagong . . .
- War Of Coded Words In The Ongoing Trade Game (Business Line, D. Murali , Dec 07, 2005)
With only a week to go, the WTO Ministerial is much in the news. For instance, http://news.xinhuanet.com reports that despite anti-globalisation groups' warning to stage demonstrations, "Hong Kong is gearing up to hold a ministerial meeting of the . . .
- Kashmir Solution To Promote Peace: Pm: Holistic Approach Against Terror Urged (Dawn, Correspondent or Reporter, Dec 07, 2005)
Prime Minister Shaukat Aziz said on Tuesday a just settlement of the Kashmir dispute was a fundamental aspect of the ongoing peace process with India.
- Kashmir Solution To Promote Peace: Pm: Holistic Approach Against Terror Urged (Dawn, Correspondent or Reporter, Dec 07, 2005)
Britain will continue to urge Pakistan and India to find a permanent settlement of the Kashmir issue, said British Foreign and Commonwealth Office (FCO) here.
- Fighting Terror With Terror (Pioneer, Gautam Sen, Dec 07, 2005)
It is an extraordinary presumption that concession and compromise can defeat terrorism. Yet, this is precisely the implied rationale underlying New Delhi's policy towards terrorism. After each act of mass murder, politicians of all hues clamour . . .
- Vote-Bank Bill (Pioneer, Editorial, The Pioneer, Dec 07, 2005)
The United Progressive Alliance (UPA) Government, which scrapped the Prevention of Terrorism Act (POTA), has introduced the Communal Violence (Prevention, Control and Rehabilitation of Victims) Bill in the Rajya Sabha. The message this conveys is simple:
- Pm Gets Putin's Vote On N-Cooperation (Pioneer, Shobori Ganguli, Dec 07, 2005)
India's attempts to win friends in the influential Nuclear Suppliers' Group (NSG) received a sound boost on Tuesday when Russian President Vladimir Putin issued an all out assurance on this front, acknowledging that India had taken the necessary . . .
- General's Losing Battle (Pioneer, Wilson John, Dec 07, 2005)
Emerging coalition of religious, political and terrorist groups has serious implications for India and the world, says Wilson John
- To Russia With Love (Hindustan Times, Editorial, HindustanTimes, Dec 07, 2005)
The cold War years — or as we in India call it, the non-alignment era — have officially been declared to be over. No, not by the departure of Natwar Singh from the cabinet, but by Prime Minister Manmohan Singh urging students of the Moscow State Universit
- Khaleda’S Agenda (Statesman, Editorial, Statesman, Dec 06, 2005)
Handing over power to Islamists
The situation in Bangladesh is fast heading towards anarchy. Close on the heels of the killing of two district judges in a bomb attack in Barisal, suicide bombers struck
- Restore Ties (Greater Kashmir, Editorial, Greater Kashmir, Dec 06, 2005)
Restoration of telecommunication links with Pakistan administered Kashmir (PAK) is a long pending demand of Kashmiris.
- Madrasa Reforms (Statesman, Editorial, Statesman, Dec 06, 2005)
Will Bengal take leaf out of Musharraf’s book?
- Whither Commonwealth (Daily Excelsior, Atul Cowshish, Dec 06, 2005)
Commonwealth is often seen as a glorified talking shop or a 'club' because it carries little weight in international affairs despite the fact that it accounts for 20 percent of global trade and in its 53 member states live a third of the global population
- To Be Healthy, Wealthy And Wise (Telegraph, Correspondent or Reporter, Dec 06, 2005)
Gender inequalities continue to limit girls’ education. Even with the narrowing of gender gaps, girls can expect to receive one year less of education than boys in African and Arab states and two years less in south Asia.
- Follow The Leader (Telegraph, Malvika Singh, Dec 06, 2005)
With the next act of the Natwar Singh drama having unfolded and with the prime minister having taken off for a session with Putin, this week in parliament is going to be sheer chaos.
- Wahhabi Islam : A Misnomer (Greater Kashmir, Dr. Sheikh Muhammad Iqbal, Dec 06, 2005)
Dr. Sheikh Muhammad Iqbal writes about the contribution of Sheikh Muhammad ibn Abd al-Wahhab who rose in revolt against the socio-religious corruption prevalent during his times everywhere in Ottoman provinces
- Stay Of 4 Pok ‘Pm’ Relatives Extended (Daily Excelsior, Correspondent or Reporter, Dec 06, 2005)
Three civilians from Mendhar and Poonch, who had crossed over to Pakistan occupied Kashmir (PoK) on November 21 from this point in Poonch district, returned today after completing 15 days stay in PoK while four others stayed back as their stay was extende
- National Interest Or American Interest? (Hindu, Amit Baruah, Dec 06, 2005)
A U.S. official claims India has assured the Americans that energy deals with Iran are years away.
- Expelled, Bharti Hits Back At Advani (Deccan Herald, Correspondent or Reporter, Dec 06, 2005)
An unrepentant Uma Bharti was on Monday expelled from the primary membership of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) for indiscipline and anti-party activities....
- ``Advani Should Quit For Praising Jinnah'' (Hindu, Correspondent or Reporter, Dec 06, 2005)
After her dismissal from the Bharatiya Janata Party, the former Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister, Uma Bharti, demanded that BJP president L.K. Advani immediately resign as he ``disgraced'' the party by going to Pakistan and praising its founder Mohammad Ali
- Omar Abdullah To Discuss `Self-Rule' With Pervez Musharraf (Hindu, Shujaat Bukhari , Dec 06, 2005)
On the heels of Pakistan President Pervez Musharraf's statement suggesting "self-rule" for Kashmir, National Conference leader Omar Abdullah said he would discuss the issue with him and Prime Minster Showkat Aziz. He would present them a copy of the . . .
- It Takes Two To Hold Back (Dawn, Shahid Javed Burki, Dec 06, 2005)
This long essay — it has already appeared in three parts, this is the fourth — is about the latest incursion of the military in Pakistan’s political affairs. It started out with the assertion, which immediately drew disagreement from several readers,
- Abdullah Will Take Musharraf’S Peace Message To India (Dawn, Jawed Naqvi, Dec 06, 2005)
For the first time in 50 years, a Saudi king will visit India next month, but not without bringing with him a message of peace from Pakistan’s President Gen Pervez Musharraf and from Kashmir’s Hurriyat Conference, informed sources said on Monday.
- Kazakhstan Polls (Pakistan Observer, Editorial, Pakistan Observer, Dec 06, 2005)
Voters in Kazakhstan have voted President Nursultan Nazarbayev into another seven-year stint of power in national elections held on Sunday. The Kazakh President has termed the elections as ‘more democratic than ever before’. Opposition has, however, ...
- Al-Qaeda Suffers Another Dent (Pakistan Observer, Editorial, Pakistan Observer, Dec 06, 2005)
President Musharraf has said that Egyptian Hamza Rabia, head of operations for Al-Qaeda network is dead. ‘This is 500 per cent confirmed’, he told the Kuwait News Agency (KUNA) in an interview in Kuwait on Sunday. Rabia was reportedly killed . . .
- Kbd: Musharraf Sounds Positive (Pakistan Observer, Editorial, Pakistan Observer, Dec 06, 2005)
President Gen Pervez Musharraf has said that Pakistan is in dire need of major water reservoirs to sustain its agricultural and industrial growth. Addressing overseas Pakistanis in Kuwait on Sunday, he said that he will soon address the nation on this....
- India’S ‘Terror Watch’ Advice To Afghans (Dawn, Correspondent or Reporter, Dec 06, 2005)
India has told Afghanistan to be wary of “terrorism” originating in Pakistan, an official Indian statement from Kabul said on Monday. It quoted Indian Minister of State for External Affairs E. Ahamed as telling a three-day . . . .
- India Is Not Flexible: Omar Abdullah (News International, Mariana Baabar, Dec 06, 2005)
In what is construed as a conciliatory note, Omar Abdullah, President National Conference in occupied Kashmir and son of former chief minister Farooq Abdullah said on Monday that his views on Pakistan had changed and he was cautiously optimistic . . .
- Oic: Challenges Ahead (Dawn, Tayyab Siddiqui, Dec 06, 2005)
could be a significant date in the political calendar of Islamic countries as 57 leaders of member-states of the Organization of the Islamic Conference (OIC) would be converging on the holy city of Makkah to review the situation of the Muslim world, . . .
- War In Waziristan (Dawn, Editorial, Dawn, Dec 06, 2005)
THE Pakistan Army’s war on terror in the tribal agency of Waziristan is nowhere near an end. Every few weeks the military authorities claim ‘major successes’
- Nato's Withdrawal Schedule Subdues Opposition (News International, Tariq Butt, Dec 06, 2005)
The opposition's onslaught against the government for inviting North Atlantic Treaty Organisation (NATO) troops for relief assistance in the earthquake-stricken areas seems to have considerably subsided after a firm official commitment about their . . .
- Energy Security Is Not About Gas And Oil Only (The Financial Express, BIKASH C BORA, Dec 06, 2005)
The current levels of self-sufficiency in energy, coupled with the projected growth in the economy, have understandably created serious concerns in the minds of everyone on the important issue of energy security.
- Message To Hm (Daily Excelsior, Editorial, Dailyexcelsior, Dec 06, 2005)
One hopes that at least the European Union's decision to impose ban persuades Hizbul Mujahideen to mend its ways. The powerful EU has added the HM to its list of terrorist organisations.
- Pak's Energy Reqd To Fructify Ipi Gas Pipeline Project: Aiyar (Press Trust of India, Correspondent or Reporter, Dec 06, 2005)
Expressing confidence that the proposed India-Pakistan-Iran gas pipeline will fructify, Petroleum and Natural Gas minister Mani Shankar Aiyar today said Pakistan's burgeoning energy need would act as a catalyst to make the project a success.
- Congress, Bjp In A Bind (Tribune, A N Sudarsan Rao , Dec 06, 2005)
In one of his more perceptive comments, Bharatiya Janata Party leader L.K. Advani had declared some time ago that he would be concerned if the Congress party were to disintegrate. In a similar vein, he had urged voters in the lead-up to an . . .
- Abdullahs Back Musharraf’S Self-Rule Proposal (Daily Times, Iftikhar Gilani, Dec 06, 2005)
The opposition in the National Conference in held Jammu and Kashmir on Monday Praised President General Pervez Musharraf’s proposal for self rule.
- Abdullah Asks Centre To Clarify On Self-Rule (Tribune, Correspondent or Reporter, Dec 06, 2005)
Dr Farooq Abdullah, former Chief Minister, today urged the Centre to clarify its stand on the proposal of the Pakistan President, Gen Pervez Musharraf, for “self-rule” in Kashmir.
- Suicide Squads Being Formed To Kill Shias In Nas (Daily Times, Shahzad Malik, Dec 06, 2005)
Intelligence agencies have uncovered a plot by two banned militant groups to kill Shia members of the legislative council of the Northern Areas, sources said on Monday.
- Omar Wants To Discuss Autonomy With Pervez (Tribune, Correspondent or Reporter, Dec 06, 2005)
The National Conference President, Mr Omar Abdullah, today said its 50-year-old demand for internal autonomy in Jammu and Kashmir was the only possible solution to Kashmir problem.
- Historical Blunder (Pioneer, KR Phanda, Dec 06, 2005)
With a defiant Mr Natwar Singh deciding to dig in and several key figures in the Iraq oil vouchers scam suddenly choosing to play their own little discordant notes, the Congress party's gameplan to make Mr Singh a scapegoat and insulate . . .
- Sinister Stockpiles (Pioneer, Editorial, The Pioneer, Dec 06, 2005)
It has been known for quite some time that terrorist organisations like the Laskhar-e-Toiba (LeT), Jaish-e-Mohammad (JeM) and Hizbul Mujahideen (HM) have used the devastation caused by the earthquake on October 8, 2005, to escalate infiltration . . .
- India, Pakistan Trying To Reconcile Geelani And Mirwaiz? (Daily Times, Iftikhar Gilani, Dec 06, 2005)
Rival Hurriyat Conference leaders Syed Ali Shah Geelani and Mirwaiz Umar Farooq are travelling to Saudi Arabia this week in an alleged attempt by the Indian and Pakistani governments to bring about a reconciliation between the two.
- B. R. Ambedkar, The Economist (Business Line, R. C. Rajamani, Dec 06, 2005)
As the nation observers his 49th death anniversary today (December 6), it may surprise many to know that Dr Bhim Rao Ambedkar, celebrated as the "Father of Indian Constitution," found economics closest to his heart and got his doctorate for a thesis . . .
- Indo-Pak Peace Debates End (Daily Times, Correspondent or Reporter, Dec 05, 2005)
Debating Society of Pakistan’s three-day India-Pakistan peace debates concluded at Government College University (GCU) on Sunday. The society had arranged three debates and three seminars as a peace gesture following similar debates in New Delhi . . .
- Bjp, Uma May Part Ways (Hindu, NEENA VYAS , Dec 05, 2005)
Replies to notice; may soon announce formation of political outfit
The BJP is mine and the flag belongs to me
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