Restaurant for vultures in Nepal

Even as a restaurant provides safe food for vultures in Nepal, use of the banned Diclofenac drug continues. Gyp vultures in South Asia are rapidly facing extinction and spell disaster for the hygiene of our community.

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Geneva talks an ultimate failure

India, China and the US could not agree on the tariff threshold for such an event, due to which the Geneva talks on liberalising global trade ultimately collapsed. That could symbolise an end to multilateral trade agreements.

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US urban gardeners cramped by zoning laws

American urban gardeners are falling afoul of city zoning ordinances against livestock and gardening. Their less prescient neighbours are more interested in not smelling “livestock” than they are in keeping safe, cheap food on the table.. more on US urban gardeners cramped by zoning laws

North Korea battling famine threat

The United Nations has reported that hunger in North Korea has worsened since 1990s. It has urged Group-8 nations to help it to beat this crisis. This menace exacerbated due to last year's destructive flood and intense financial crisis too.. more on North Korea battling famine threat

India’s association with NASA

The teachers of Pune who had been to NASA rubbed shoulders with renowned American astronauts, Ed Buckbee, founder of the Space Camp and Story Musgrave, who has been into space for a record six times! Musgrave had designed the skylab 30 years ago.. more on India’s association with NASA

Political uncertainty continues in Nepal

The fundamental job of political parties, government and Constituent Assembly together is to write a new constitution, which requires a two-thirds majority in the assembly, which is not possible unless the three main political forces come together.

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Bush heading for Thailand to meet Myanmar activists

US President George W Bush, who brought in harsher economic and financial sanctions against the Myanmar military junta, will visit Thailand in early August. On his two-day trip with wife Laura he is likely to meet Myanmarese democracy activists

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Iran self-dependent in uranium enrichment now

Iran declared itself dependent in uranium enrichment on July 26. Neglecting all red-eyes, warnings and ban-notices, president Ahmadinejad vows to continue the wheel of uranium enrichment until Iran reaches the target of 54,000 centrifuges.. more on Iran self-dependent in uranium enrichment now

Role of media in promoting democracy

Media is a powerful instrument for promoting healthy democratic rights of people. In South Africa the Electoral Commission hosted a media summit on July 23-24 to discuss the vital role of media in promotion of healthy democratic elections. more on Role of media in promoting democracy

Why Qinghai-Tibet Railway is threat to India?

China plans to lay world's highest Qinghai-Tibet Railway's first branch line connecting Lhasa and Xigaze in Tibet. It's seen as a great asset for China's armed forces. India has a reason to be cautiously optimistic about this Railway. more on Why Qinghai-Tibet Railway is threat to India?

Trains to move seamlessly in SAARC: Pranab

The September 2008, SAARC transport ministers' meeting in Colombo is expected to ratify the draft regional motor vehicles and railway agreement proposed by India. The unthinkable journey from Kabul to Male seems a distinct possibility. more on Trains to move seamlessly in SAARC: Pranab

Maoist not to form government in Nepal

Maoists leader Prachanda, who led a bloody revolution to dethrone the Nepal monarch has decided not to form the government, but would rather sit in the opposition. This comes after his party lost the race for both PM and President in Nepal.. more on Maoist not to form government in Nepal

Washington: Leave Press TV alone

A US politician has introduced legislation to ban Press TV. As a citizen of America, I consider it surreal that the same USA that wants to export freedom and democracy represses it at home. Freedom means the right to dissent and listen.. more on Washington: Leave Press TV alone

Vision 2067 – women protect yourselves!

Vision 2067 for protecting and promoting women should be a two-pronged one. One for the local police to patrol their areas at night and watch out for suspects. The second would be for the women themselves to help the cause. more on Vision 2067 – women protect yourselves!

Astronomical observatory on moon in 2011

Scientists believe that sooner or later moon will be the second home of human kind. In a bid to extend human civilisation to the moon, an astronomical observatory is all set to be flown moon by 2011 by private commercial venture Odysey Moon Limited.. more on Astronomical observatory on moon in 2011

Nepal president's poll embarrasses Leftists

Ever since its emergence as largest elected party in the April elections this year, the CPN(M) was expected to lead the newest republic of world, but their failure to secure the president's post may create obstacles in forming the new Maoist Government. more on Nepal president's poll embarrasses Leftists

Agro-food technology station launched in Limpopo

The Limpopo LATS offer a wide range of scientific services to the small and medium enterprises, agricultural co-operatives and food industries in developing, enhancing and maintaining a safe, efficient and cost-effective food production. more on Agro-food technology station launched in Limpopo

James Reynold: Please Leave China Alone

James Reynolds of the BBC News Service wrote an article about China and the Olympics which leaves much to be desired. He deals with the so-called evictions that are occuring in Beijing in preparations for the Olympics. more on James Reynold: Please Leave China Alone

Indiana leads race in USA foreclosures

Indiana has arrived at first place in foreclosed homes in America. The solution is in the hands of Indiana by supporting the common sense policies of Andy Horning. If the people have any doubt, they should consult a lawyer or a legal service.
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Strict measures for smooth Olympic

A slew of measures to boost air quality have been implemented before the start of the Olympic Games on August 8. A bid to remove more than one million cars from the streets ahead of the games has been introduced by Beijing's traffic authorities.. more on Strict measures for smooth Olympic

Sweden-wide boycott call against The Love Guru

Advancing the boycott drive of the film The Love Guru to Sweden, Rajan Zed has exhorted the censor board of Sweden to give the film its highest rating. Zed says that we do not wish the Swedish children to grow up with a distorted image of Hindusim..

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Iraqis expect liberty, justice from Obama

During his political campaign, Obama had made it clear that he will pull out the troops in first six months from Iraq if he is elected as the president of country. Probably it was the chief reason, which made him win over his rivals..

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Iraqis expect liberty, justice from Obama

During his political campaign, Obama had made it clear that he will pull out the troops in first six months from Iraq if he is elected as the president of country. Probably it was the chief reason, which made him win over his rivals..

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Somnath may be world's first elected Marxist PM

Somnath Chatterjee could be celebrating his 79th birthday on July 25 as the prime minister of India. After all, he is the one leader acceptable to all Indian parties and can be expected to reclaim preeminent global status that Nehru lost..

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Sanskrit shlokas to open Nevada Regents Board meet

Sanskrit shlokas (hymns) from ancient Hindu scriptures will open the two-day meeting of Nevada's Board of Regents, which governs all public institutions of higher education in Nevada state America, enrolling over 105,000 students..

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History of Parsis: Parthians & Alexander- Part III

The history of Persia is replete with continuous military attacks and revival of their culture which flowered into classic literature. The invading Arabs tried hard to impose their language on Iranians, but failed.
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Time bound permission to violate law, by the law

If government brings in a law that allows a party to declare bandh from 6am-6pm, it is unconstitutional, time-bounded permission to violate law, and therefore will be the contempt of court. It is shame that justice Iyyer put forward this idea..
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Afghanistan suspends bilateral meetings with Pak

Afghanistan suspended its bilateral and multilateral meetings with Pakistan, accusing ISI for unrest in the country. Everyday in Afghanistan children, women, elderly, teachers and international partners fall victims at the hands of ISI elements..

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Bomb blast in Myanmar, guerrilla outfit active

The repressive Myanmar military junta needs to worry some with the re-emergence of an underground organisation the Vigorous Burmese Student Warriors. The group triggered an explosion in an office of junta sponsored outfit the USDA early this month..

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Miss Venezuela clinches Miss Universe 2008 crown

Miss Venezuela Dayana Mendoza has won this year's Miss Universe title. The 22-year-old beauty beats Miss Colombia, Miss Dominican Republic, Miss Russia and Miss Mexico to clinch the crown. Miss India couldn't make into last 15 semi-finalists list..

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Nine US soldiers killed in Afghanistan

Nine American soldiers were killed and 15 wounded on Sunday, after insurgents attacked a remote base in northeastern Kunar province near the Pakistani border. It was the deadliest attack against US forces in the country since 2005. More on Nine US soldiers killed in Afghanistan

Global warming breeds malaria

Experts say that global warming is also leading to the increase in the malaria breeding mosquitoes. Even the modest rise in temperature could lead to further increase in the cases of malaria in the coming areas. .

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Fresh suicide attack in Kabul kills 20

A week after the Taliban militants carried out a suicide bombing in the Indian embassy in Kabul, another suicide bomber attacked a police van in southern Afghanistan on Sunday morning. At least 20 people have been killed and more than 35 injured.

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Pakistan battling the politico-economic demon

After six months of political restoration in Pakistan, economy is still battered due to inflation. In fact, the wrongs of General Musharraf can't be rectified so quickly. The Gilani government must bring in efficient ministers, economic advisors.

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Nothing new in protest by Indians in UAE

Minister Ravi says: “We cannot accept any kind of violence in the Gulf. I appeal to Indian workers in the Gulf not to resort to violence... we’re here to protect you. Please keep the honour of India.” Why only Gulf Indians and not Indian Indians? .

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G8 leaders seek freedom for Aung San Suu Kyi

World leaders are pretty much helpless in the face of fascist tendencies of the Myanmar junta. Yet, they make periodic demands that the rogue junta free Aung San Suu Kyi and other political prisoners. Leaders at the G8 summit made another such appeal.

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India-Africa meet to boost relations

A one-day conference on 'Building Bridges with Africa' will be held at Panaji, on Saturday, July 12, in which the major part of the discussion will be the role of Indians in Africa..
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Tibet celebrates Dalai Lama’s 75-th Tulku Day!

Post-communist China is looking for every means to compound its economic progress with finer aspects of life like spirituality to gain legitimacy in the world. It can benefit a lot in this respect by duly honouring a renowned figure like Dalai Lama..
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Suicide car-bombing near Indian Embassy in Kabul

Monday (July 7) morning witnessed a deadly suicide car attack in front of the Indian Embassy in Afghanistan. Afghanistan has witnessed a sharp rise in violence in recent months. Indian ambassador escaped unhurt in the attack. .

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America, not India, responsible for food crisis

American president's comments holding India and China responsible for the world's worst food crisis are incorrect. UN has come up with a statement that use of biofuel in the US is one of the major reasons for the crisis. .

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Mexico explores pyramid for its history

Archaeologists will open 1,500-year-old cave in Mexico to know details of one the most ancient civilizations' largest cities. Archaeologists hold that Teotihuacan is Mexico's most ancient archeological site..
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Global cooperation key to solving food crisis

UNGA president Srgjan Kerim while addressing the foreign policy committees of the Chamber of Deputies and the Senate of the Italian Parliament said the current food crisis requires a unified global response..
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Osama dying: So can we breathe now?

Two officials of the US intelligence agency CIA have claimed that Al-Qaida chief Osama bin Laden is on his deathbed as he is suffering from a terminal kidney disease, and may live only for few months. But a dying Osama will never make the world safe..
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US' new pact with Iraq to continue its occupation

US has proposed a security agreement with Iraq, which is about to be signed by the end of this month. For Iraqi people mere ouster of the US Republican leader would make less impact in their political scenario.. More on US' new pact with Iraq to continue its occupation

Zoroastrians invite Hindu leader Zed for Unity Walk

Extending a hand of friendship, the Zoroastrian community has invited Rajan Zed an acclaimed Hindu leader for a Unity Walk in Washington DC. The walk seeks to send out a message of tolerance, respect for 'the other' and peace and harmony..
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Lashkar-e-Islam commander held; missile hits NWFP

Amal Khan, a top commander of Lashkar-e-Islam, was arrested along with 7 to 8 accomplices in Pakistan's restive North West Frontier Province. This organisation was responsible for abduction of 16 Christians from Peshawar..
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100 years of SOS

The phrase SOS is now 100 years old. SOS is the acronym for Save Our Souls. It was adopted as an internationally accepted distress signal on July 1, 1908. It is a Morse code that goes dot-dot-dot-dash-dash-dash-dot-dot-dot. .
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Mugabe under pressure to form national unity govt

Robert Mugabe’s fellow African leaders in the African Union summit in Egypt on July 1 forced him to leave for Zimbabwe and form a national unity government. Earlier, AU approved him to negotiate with opposition leader Morgan Tsvangirai..
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Unique Gandhi festival in America

There is a renewed interest world over in Mahatma Gandhi and his ideas. To fire this spark of interest, a unique Gandhi fest will be organised in Nevada on July 26. The fest will boast of fire spinning, yoga shows and organic food demonstration..
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