Government says it is sincereon Lokpal bill
New Delhi – The government is taking “sincere steps” to pass the Lokpal bill but the opposition is not letting parliament to function, Minister of State V. Narayanasamy said Wednesday. “The government is taking all sincere steps to pass the Lokpal bill. I have given a notice... read more »
MiG-21 FL flies into air force history
Kalaikunda (West Bengal) – Two pairs of MiG-21 FLs – India’s first supersonic jet – took off with a deafening roar from the runway of the Kalaikunda air base here at 9.45 a.m. for one last time Wednesday, and flew into the history of the Indian Air Force after 50 years of... read more »
Nelson Mandela’s body arrives for viewing in South Africa
The casket of anti-apartheid icon Nelson Mandela, draped in the multi-coloured South African flag, arrived on Wednesday at the seat of power in the country’s capital for public viewing. Motorcycle-riding police officers escorted the casket from 1 Military Hospital outside of Pretoria to the Union... read more »
States must act strictly with hoarders, profiteers: Chidambaram
New Delhi – Finance Minister P Chidambaram has criticised states for not acting against profiteers and hoarders to check inflation. Addressing the Delhi Economics Conclave in New Delhi today, Chidambaram asked them to deal strictly with hoarding and profiteering. “There is also a need... read more »
Tips to excel at work for introverts!
Melbourne – Modern workplaces make it difficult for introverts to feel like they can truly thrive at work. Here are certain things that introverts can do to still make their mark and... read more »
Pak high court dismisses Musharaf’s petition challenging special court for high treason
Islamabad – Islamabad High Court (IHC) has dismissed a petition challenging the special court for treason trial of former President General Pervez Musharraf under Article 6 of the... read more »
Resolving Mumbai attack case would be in Pak’s interest: Hina
Islamabad – Former Pakistani foreign minister Hina Rabbani Khar has said it would be in Islamabad’s interest to solve the Mumbai attacks case, saying that she also disagrees with... read more »
Choir singing can boost mental health
London – A new study has revealed that singing in a choir can be beneficial for the mind. An online survey of 375 people, which was carried on solo singers, choir singers and team... read more »
Omar challenges Modi to debate on Article 370
Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Thursday threw a challenge to BJP’s prime ministerial candidate Narendra Modi, saying he was ready for a debate on Article 370 “anytime,... read more »
