Fight against climate change: US outdone by its own

America has all the technological know-how and resources to trigger a ‘renewable energy revolution’ and the world into the era of clean and affordable energy. But it must overcome its political inhibitions and start taking concrete steps at home..

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Will UN succeed in imposing sanctions against Mugabe?

Counting is still underway in the one-candidate presidential run-off elections in Zimbabwe. Meanwhile, Mugabe has vowed to attend an African Union summit in Egypt as Zimbabwe's President to rebut any criticism of the June 27 run-off election..

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NASA: Asparagus can be grown on Mars

The soil on Mars in very good for the growth of asparagus, these results were brought out by the American Phoenix Marx lander. What was found, was what appears to be the requirements of the nutrients to support life, past, present or future..

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Public apology demand from Paramount gathering storm

After a successful campaign against Hollywood movie, 'The Love Guru', acclaimed Hindu leader Rajan Zed has demanded a public apology by Paramount and is joined by leaders of various faiths and denominations for the cause..

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Gold mines in Myanmar flush with drugs

Use of drugs in the gold mining areas of Myanmar in Kachin state has hit an alarming high. Drug traffickers are aided and abetted by mine owners. Drug packed condoms are carried by women to smuggle it to miners. The nexus all around is entrenched..

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Myanmar: More than 50% of cyclone affected starving

Nearly two months after Cyclone Nargis devastated the southwestern coastal regions of Myanmar, more than half the survivors are starving, a post-cyclone assessment has revealed. This despite thousands of tonnes of aid sent from across the globe..

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Zimbabwe crisis: Tragic failure of leadership

Southern African Development Community has appealed to the Zimbabwean authorities to postpone the run-off for presidential elections scheduled on June 27, saying that the election could not be held in a free and fair manner..

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Indian 'havan', Hanuman for Obama

Priests at a temple in New Delhi offered prayers for the US Democrat hopeful, Barack Obama. The prayers were intended for his win in the next presidential elections. They offered Obama's Indian representative, Caroline SAUVAGE, a gold idol of Lord Hanuman.

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USCCB declares 'The Love Guru' as morally offensive

Catholic group have come out in support of the protest campaign against 'The Love Guru' by giving it their highest rating 'O', which describes it as morally offensive. Hindu leader heading the campaign has lauded their interfaith gesture..

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Bangladesh barge sinks in Hooghly

A barge from Bangladesh sank in the Hooghly River near Diamond Harbour in Bengal after hitting a sand bank and going into a spin. Twelve crew members and an Indian pilot guiding the barge along the channel were rescued by local fisherman..

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Drug trafficking: The menace in Afghanistan

In spite of the efforts made by the international community, narcotics trade in the war-torn country of Afghanistan is thriving. The proceeding go to the Taliban here. The Afghan government has been battling the menace but it still prevails..

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US Congress handout clashes with Constitution

A bi-partisan nexus, backing a giant foreclosure rescue in the US, beats back grand old party efforts to gut it. Administration officials oppose the inclusion of $ 4 billion to help states in buying and rehabilitating foreclosed properties.

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Nagaland rebel leader speaks out after arrest

Publicity secretary of DHD-Jewel faction, Paiprang Dimasa and one NSCN-IM rebel were arrested in Dimapur. The army raided the hotel. During the interrogation with the police, Dimasa made some startling revelations about the ceasefire in Nagaland..

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The Death of Republican and Democratic Party in USA

Is the Republican and Democratic Party in the USA dying a slow death? Being a US Citizen by birth and living in the USA, I think that this is happening. The article is a personal opinion of Roberto Carlos Alvarez-galloso..

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India and Syria cement trade, investment ties

Syrian president, Dr Bashar al-Assad applauded India for creating an environment full of opportunities for its people to compete and prosper in areas of energy production, mineral processing, IT, training and education. .

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Silk Route connecting bridge between Asia and Europe

Silk Route holds a special significance not only for economic and political scene in the countries of the region, but also on their security as an effective platform for resolution of ethnic, religious, interstate, and intra-regional conflicts..

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US: Blacks should heed Obama’s advice

Obama’s speech should rate as the best ever by a black, even surpassing the one made by Martin Luther King Jr, for sheer forthrightness. It reminds us of some of our politicians who use casteism as a crutch to advance their political career..

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US ready to work till January 20 for nuke deal

With the Indo-US nuclear deal yet to take off, US said it would make all efforts to get the pact through Congress by January 20, when new president assumes office. UPA - Left will meet today regarding the signing of safeguards agreement with IAEA..

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Statue of Shivaji in the Arabian Sea

There are statues of Shivaji in different parts of Maharashtra as there are of Netaji in important locations of Kolkata. But, honoring Shivaji with an edifice of the proportions that is being contemplated will certainly gladden the hearts of Indians..

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Sherlock Holmes in the news room

TV channels these days play the role of Sherlock Holmes, but in the end, botch up every investigation under the sun. Moreover, in a rat race to gain high TRPs, news channel gives more coverage to trivial issues than other important news of the day..

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Meshri in Idaho University Alumni Hall of Fame

Dr Mesri, an Indian born scientist, was recently awarded a plaque from University of Idaho for his immense contribution to the field of industrialisation of fluorine chemistry. At present he heads 'Advanced research chemicals' in Catoosa.'.

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World day to combat desertification and drought

This year’s celebration of the world day is very important since the adoption of the 10-year strategic plan and framework to enhance the implementation of the Convention represents a turning point in the UNCCD process and curb desertification..

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World food crisis: WFP launches strategic plan

The United Nations World Food Programme has chalked out a strategic plan to solve the global good crisis. Under the plan, more than two billion dollars are going to be spent on food, transport and staff in the developing world..

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Hang Musharraf, demands Nawaz Sharif

As the lawyers' protest rally reached Islamabad from Lahore, the demonstration took the shape of a Pakistan Muslim League (PML) rally. Nawaz Sharif added fuel to the public ire by demanding that Musharraf be hanged for constitutional crimes..

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World day to combat desertification and drought

This year’s celebration of the world day is very important since the adoption of the 10-year strategic plan and framework to enhance the implementation of the Convention represents a turning point in the UNCCD process and curb desertification..

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Hindu leaders call for boycott of Paramount products

After many futile attempts to contact the presenters of the film 'The Love Guru', the Hindu protester being led by Indo-American leader Rajan Zed are considering calling a boycott of Paramount and Viacom products worldwide..

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Myanmar tops list in deforestation in world

The Myanmar junta needs to take lessons from Cyclone Nargis and seriously check massive deforestation in the country. With the junta turning a blind eye and even profiting from rampant illegal logging, the ecological balance is seriously impaired..

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Beliefnet ready to post protesting Hindus' viewpoint

Beliefnet, the largest spiritual website, has agreed to post the views of Hindus alongside the promotional trailers of the movie 'The Love Guru' on their website. Hindu leaders feel that this is in contradiction to the website's mission..

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Counselling to bus-crash-affected students

Three students – two from University of Limpopo and one from University of Venda – died in a bus crash in Giyane. Dr Msimeki, a psychologist at University of Limpopo turf loop campus, gave a counselling session to those affected by the bus accident..

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Counselling to bus-crash-affected students

Three students – two from University of Limpopo and one from University of Venda – died in a bus crash in Giyane. Dr Msimeki, a psychologist at University of Limpopo turf loop campus, gave a counselling session to those affected by the bus accident..

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The users of PERI increasing in Nepal

The users of Programme for Enhancement of Research Information have been increasing in Nepal. It provides online journals, research works to academic users, but does not cater to commercial interests. Its further promotion requires more financial aid..

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Choppers allowed into cyclone devastated Myanmar

The junta's reluctance in allowing helicopters to airlift relief supplies to the cyclone devastated areas in Irrawaddy Delta seems to have been overcome in hiccups. First one was allowed, then five and finally the last four today, while people died..

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AIDS no more a global threat: WHO

World Health Organisation (WHO) reveals that the threat posed by HIV/AIDS has finally disappeared among heterosexuals the world over. The study states that the deadly disease is mainly found in the sex workers or people having sex with them..

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Paramount backtracks on its word to Hindus

The presenters of 'The Love Guru' seem to have backtracked on their promise to pre-screen the movie. Attempts to reach the executives of Paramount Pictures have been futile. In light of this, Hindu groups are planning to hit the streets..

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Tokyo: Man stabs 7 to death

Tokyo witnessed one of the worst crimes on Sunday. A man stabbed seven pedestrians to death on a busy street leaving the whole nation shocked. The man foretold the violence of the crime through a series of phone messages posted on the internet..

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I am not resigning, announces Musharraf

Pervez Musharraf rubbished the reports, which said that he would resign soon. He remarked that he was a “constitutionally” elected president of the nation and was executing his duties & responsibilities uncompromisingly according to the Constitution..

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Radical Islamic in Netherlands

Netherlands have started feeling the toll of the short-sighted decision made by their politicians. The Turks and the Moroccans who were allowed to migrate into the country have started acting as radical Islamics against the same government..

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Myanmar Army general's son nabbed for drug trade

There is an alarming increase in drug intake across Myanmar. Illegal trade flourishes under the nose of the generals and not without their consent. Arrests are few and far between. Suddenly an army general's son has been nabbed for dealing in drugs..

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Three true Americans

The three true Americans viz, Andy Horning, Dr Michael Munger and Superdell are standing for the post of Governor from their respective states. It would be a crime and shame if these illustrious people were to be ignored by the media and the voters..

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CSI & Hindu leader Zed to work on interfaith actions

Acclaimed Hindu leader, Rajan Zed, has been invited at the Church of Scientology International to work with them on inter-faith issues. Scientology began in 1950 and its ultimate goal is true spiritual enlightenment and freedom for the individuals..

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Kick the carbon habit to save the planet: UNEP

The effects of global warming are quite evident in the form of earthquakes, flood, cyclone, etc, which we have witnessed in the recent past. On the eve of World Environment Day, UNEP appeals to the people to kick the carbon habit to save the planet..

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Obama secures Democratic nomination for president

Obama is the first African American presidential candidate in the history of United States. He crossed the magical figure of 2,118 delegates needed to clinch the presidential nomination. Obama's tally reached 2149.5 while Clinton's stood at 1925.5. .

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Myanmar junta withholds permission to choppers

Farce and the Myanmar military junta have become synonymous. A month after over a million people perished and 2.5 million were rendered homeless, the heartless regime withholds permission to airlift relief supplies by choppers to devastated areas..

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Myanmar junta withholds permission to choppers

Farce and the Myanmar military junta have become synonymous. A month after over a million people perished and 2.5 million were rendered homeless, the heartless regime withholds permission to airlift relief supplies by choppers to devastated areas..

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History beckons you at Guangzhou

Guangzhou, the Port city in China situated between the Baiyun Hills in the north and the Zhujiang Delta Plain in the south, is a must visit for tourists. With its longest history, Guangzhou is also known for its modern vibrancy and historic prestige..

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The USA loses its moral compass

The American elite has lost all of its moral authority in calling itself a Republic and Democracy much less exporting their so-called 'Democracy' to the world. The Democrats and Republicans should learn from Libertarians and follow their example..

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Pakistan keen on making peace with India

Pakistan is ready to tie a new band of friendship with India. Prime Minister Gilani hopes to eradicate terrorism from the country, while the two sides to can use their scarce resources in overcoming problems like poverty and disease..

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Myanmar: Media prevented from covering devastation

The Myanmar junta, infamous for its draconian censorship laws, has put a leash on the media in covering the devastation wrought by the cyclone, unmindful of the fact that coverage would have fetched it more in terms of aid from the world community..

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