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Will Hyd get 5 acres to build a new Charminar?

Contrary to a widely held misconception, the monument has no religious overtones.

4 Dec 2019 2:59 AM IST

Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan (Photo: File)

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Here's why the Chinese model is unsuitable for Pakistan's govt

The second feature is the absence of rule of law, rather than its unequivocal application.

4 Dec 2019 2:56 AM IST

There is no doubt that this is a tough time for the Indian economy. Growth has slowed down to rates not seen since 2008-9. Consumption has fallen. Businesses have been pushed to the brink.

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If trust breaks down, a society cannot survive

As we know from our day-to-day experience, without a degree of trust, no economic transaction is possible.

4 Dec 2019 2:52 AM IST

A considerable part of Irans gas could be exported via the existing Turkmenistan-China gas pipeline and new oil pipelines can be constructed on the same route.

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What's happening in Iran?

Officially, Tehran accepts that 75 per cent of the population is vulnerable.

4 Dec 2019 2:37 AM IST

Hardev Mashru had abducted the child on Friday night from the citys 80-feet ring road and raped her near Bharatnagar locality. (Photo: Representational)

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Homilies, impotent rage hide the sickness within

The nation is shocked, and that was reflected as members across parties rose to speak their anguish of a young and...

4 Dec 2019 2:33 AM IST

It takes time to hone and propel a higher purpose in life, just as much it takes leisure to mature, or mellow.

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Mystic Mantra: Strive to be go-givers, not just go-getters

Trees give fruits, hens hatch eggs, animals give milk and the fields birth rich harvests.

3 Dec 2019 4:28 AM IST

Afghanistan President Ashraf Ghani (Photo: AP)

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Kowtowing to US, India at losing end in Afghan

New Delhi's considerable economic assistance has been seen by Afghans as being selfless.

3 Dec 2019 4:25 AM IST

Pakistani Prime Minister Imran Khan (Photo: AP)

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Who's behind Bajwa petition? Imran wanted him to stay on

No matter how small the minority that is expressing this view, it is making a point to ponder without doubt.

3 Dec 2019 4:22 AM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi greets Sri Lankan President Gotabaya Rajapaksa as President Ram Nath Kovind looks on during a ceremonial reception at Rashtrapati Bhavan in New Delhi on Friday. (Photo: Sondeep Shankar)

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Lanka: Pragmatism is key

New Delhi must be deft and practical if it is to play a moderating influence without appearing to meddle in Sri Lankan...

3 Dec 2019 4:19 AM IST

The truth, on the other hand, is that public confidence in the judiciary will be shaken if, faced with a prima facie case of his bias, the judge insists on deciding the case.

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New labour bill is a missed opportunity

Strikes will now be seen as mass casual leaves if engaged in without a 14-day notice.

3 Dec 2019 4:18 AM IST

In addition, the deepening of the Indo-US partnership on bilateral as well as Indo-Pacific fronts is poised to transform all aspects of bilateral relations.

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US, India need to work together on innovation for mutual prosperity

Today, the relationship is extremely friendly, thus expanding the scope for stronger cooperation across the spectrum,...

3 Dec 2019 2:08 AM IST

$US President Donald Trump plans to make a \major statement\ at the White House at 9 am EST (1300 GMT) on Sunday, White House spokesman Hogan Gidley said late on Saturday. (Photo: File)$ Opinion

US-China wrangling on HK just sound & fury?

Washington plays these games when it has problems with China that have nothing to do with Tibet.

3 Dec 2019 2:02 AM IST