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Railway Station shortcomings: Train traveller's suggestions

India, Nov. 23 -- Sir, You have rightly pointed out that autos are affecting the movement of the public near the City Railway Station (Autos hijack bus bays in SOM dated Nov. 20). I frequently visit... Read More


That distinct taste: Why the world is toasting Indian spirits

New Delhi, Nov. 23 -- Few Indian consumer categories have brands that can claim to go global. Premium spirits, especially whisky, is one of them. Piccadily Distilleries' Indri single malt, launched in... Read More


Death toll due to adverse weather climbs to 09 across the island

Sri Lanka, Nov. 23 -- The Disaster Management Center (DMC) states that the death toll due to adverse weather conditions has risen to nine. Director of the DMC, Pradeep Kodippili said that the prevail... Read More


Exclusive | Aasif Sheikh fulfils long-held mannat with family Umrah pilgrimage; describes it as a 'divine experience'

India, Nov. 23 -- Actor Aasif Sheikh recently fulfilled a long-cherished wish by performing Umrah with his wife, Zeba Nigar, son Alyjah Sheikh and daughter Mariyam, completing his dream of visiting Me... Read More


Dhaka can't withstand major quake; 95% of its buildings unplanned: Experts

, Nov. 23 -- Dhaka, one of the world's most densely populated megacities, may face a catastrophic humanitarian disaster if struck by a major earthquake, leading geologists and engineers have warned. ... Read More


Transform the Doctoral System or Shut It Down

Srinagar, Nov. 23 -- "Too many PhD programmes are producing an excess of doctoral holders for available positions. Either close some down or transform the rest," argues Younus M Bhatt. India's doctor... Read More


Beyond Article 35A: Why Women's Property Rights in Kashmir Remained Unaltered

Srinagar, Nov. 23 -- Anyone who has spent time observing the social and legal landscape of property in Kashmir becomes familiar with a quiet but persistent truth. Women stand at the margins of land ow... Read More


Vice President CP Radhakrishnan graces the 44th Convocation of Sri Sathya Sai Institute of Higher Learning in Puttaparthi

New Delhi, Nov. 23 -- The Vice-President of India, CP Radhakrishnan, graced the 44th Convocation Ceremony of the Sri Sathya Sai Institute of Higher Learning at Prasanthi Nilayam, Puttaparthi, Andhra P... Read More


The future of banking in Bangladesh: Embracing the digital revolution

Dhaka, Nov. 23 -- Bangladesh's banking sector is on the brink of an exciting transformation, driven by rapid technological advances and a pressing need to modernize. The message from industry leaders... Read More


Quake in N'ganj Kills Infant, Injures 15 Cracks Found in Dozens of Buildings

Dhaka, Nov. 23 -- A ten-month-old child named Fatema has died after a wall collapsed during an earthquake in Narayanganj. The child's mother, Kulsum Begum (26), and a neighbor, Jesmin Begum (30), were... Read More