Political News – Newsletter for December 1, 2010
Wednesday, December 1, 2010
US diplomats doubt Pakistan will ever fight anti-India groups: WikiLeaks
WASHINGTON – A new set of leaked State Department cables portray US diplomats’ “deep scepticism that Pakistan will ever cooperate fully in fighting the full panoply of extremist groups,” as an insurance against India, according to the New York Times.
“This is partly because Pakistan sees some of the strongest militant groups as insurance for …. Source article : US diplomats doubt Pakistan will ever fight anti-India groups: WikiLeaks.
AP Cabinet Sworn Today
HYDERABAD, INDIA (GaeaTimes.com)- The new ministry of Andhra Pradesh took over the charge of the state on Wednesday at Raj Bhavan in Hyderabad. Chief Minister N Kiran Kumar Reddy has sworn with his team of 39 AP cabinet members.
As expected by many people resigned leader YS Jaganmohan Reddy’s uncle, YS Vivekananda, is now part …. Read the original article : here.
Sarkozy to address ISRO scientists
BANGALORE – Indian space agency ISRO is gearing up to host French President Nicolas Sarkozy and his wife Carla Bruni at its headquarters here Saturday and will interact with top scientists.
According to Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) officials, Sarkozy will be at ISRO office between 12.30 p.m. and 1.40 p.m. Saturday.
He will be … Read : Sarkozy to address ISRO scientists.
Maoists burn CPI-M activist’s house in Jhargram
JHARGRAM – Maoists burnt down the house of Harish Mahato, a leader of Communist Party of India (Marxist), in Jhargram near West Bengal’s West Midnapore district on Tuesday.
According to eye witnesses, a group of Maoists forcibly entered the house of Harish Mahato, and forced his relatives to leave before they set the house on fire.
“Some … Read more : Maoists burn CPI-M activist’s house in Jhargram.
Andhra Chief Minister Kiran Kumar assumes office
HYDERABAD – A week after taking oath, Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Nallari Kiran Kumar Reddy assumed office Wednesday and the first file he signed was related to a welfare scheme.
At 9.52 a.m., the time fixed by his astrologers, he entered his chief ministerial chamber at the state secretariat.
In an indication that he was … Read more >>>.
Top Chandigarh finance official in golfing controversy
CHANDIGARH – Even before he could tee-off with a new lifetime membership of a premier golf club, a top bureaucrat in the Chandigarh administration is likely to face ouster after it was found that he had allegedly tampered with official documents.
Chandigarh’s Finance Secretary Sanjay Kumar, a senior Punjab cadre Indian Administrative Service officer, has … Read more >>>.
Nitish Kumar’s move to curb corruption, red-tapism lauded
Patna, Dec 1 IANS) A day after Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar announced that a bill giving the right to service to the people will be introduced, the move was lauded by the people who are fed up with rampant corruption and red-tapism in the state.
Nitish Kumar’s first move after he became the chief …. Read the original article : Nitish Kumar’s move to curb corruption, red-tapism lauded.
I am continuing as chief vigilance commissioner: Thomas
NEW DELHI – Embattled Chief Vigilance Commissioner P.J. Thomas Wednesday said he would continue as the top corruption watchdog, despite the Supreme Court expressing its reservations about him as a fair investigator into the 2G spectrum scam.
“The government appointed me as CVC. I am continuing as CVC,” Thomas told reporters here.
Solicitor General Gopal …. Original article on Gaea Times at : I am continuing as chief vigilance commissioner: Thomas.
Parliament adjourned, but Lok Sabha passes appropriation bills (Second Lead)
NEW DELHI – Parliament was adjourned for the 14th consecutive day Wednesday, but the Lok Sabha managed to pass the appropriation bills by a voice vote amid slogan shouting by opposition members for a parliamentary probe into the 2G spectrum allotment of 2008.
After the Lok Sabha met at 12 noon following an adjournment … Read more >>>.
Taj Mahal being spruced up for Sarkozy visit
AGRA – The Taj Mahal and Fatehpur Sikri are being spruced up for French President Nicolas Sarkozy and his wife Carla Bruni’s visit Sunday.
A French official delegation visited Fatehpur Sikri Wednesday to see the arrangements, in particular the Sheikh Salim Chisti’s tomb and the Archaeological Survey of India’s guest house.
The advance team … Original source on Gaea Times at : Taj Mahal being spruced up for Sarkozy visit.
YSR’s brother among 39 Andhra ministers sworn in
HYDERABAD – The family of the late Andhra Pradesh chief minister Y.S. Rajasekhara Reddy stood vertically split Wednesday with his brother Y.S. Vivekananda Reddy joining the state cabinet, ignoring the appeals of his sister-in-law Vijayalaxmi and nephew Y.S. Jaganmohan Reddy who resigned from the Congress this week.
Vivekananda, a member of legislative council, was … Original article on : YSR’s brother among 39 Andhra ministers sworn in.
Parliament adjourned for 14th day over JPC demand
NEW DELHI – Both houses of parliament were again adjourned till noon Wednesday with the opposition sticking to its demand for a parliamentary probe into the 2G spectrum allotment of 2008 and ensuring that question hour was not held for the 14th consecutive day.
In the Lok Sabha, proceedings began with Speaker Meira Kumar reading …. Original source : Parliament adjourned for 14th day over JPC demand.
Parliament adjourned till 12 noon
NEW DELHI – Both houses of parliament were adjourned till 12 noon Wednesday as the opposition persisted with its demand for a joint parliamentary committee (JPC) probe into the 2G spectrum controversy for the 14th successive day.
… Read this article on Gaea Times at : Parliament adjourned till 12 noon.
BJP youth wing to continue protests against Mirwaiz
NEW DELHI – Activists of the Bharatiya Janata Party’s (BJP) youth wing vowed to continue their protest against Mirwaiz Umar Farooq Wednesday, a day after they tried to attack the separatist Kashmiri leader in the capital.
“We will continue to hold demonstrations against him whenever and wherever he goes. Our members in all the …. Source : Gaea News Network.
India’s leadership unknown to much of world: Gallup poll
WASHINGTON – As India seeks to cement its place as a world leader with its bid for a permanent seat on the UN Security Council, Gallup surveys find India’s leadership has work to do on its global image. Its leadership remains unknown to large parts of the world.
Nearly half of the world’s residents … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : India’s leadership unknown to much of world: Gallup poll.
Presidential Proclamation???Critical Infrastructure Protection Month
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CRITICAL INFRASTRUCTURE PROTECTION MONTH, 2010
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BY THE PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
A PROCLAMATION
During Critical Infrastructure Protection … Original source on Gaea Times at : Presidential Proclamation–Critical Infrastructure Protection Month.
Presidential Proclamation???Helsinki Human Rights Day
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HELSINKI HUMAN RIGHTS DAY, 2010
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BY THE PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
A PROCLAMATION
This year marks the … Read more : Presidential Proclamation–Helsinki Human Rights Day.
Presidential Proclamation???World AIDS Day
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WORLD AIDS DAY, 2010
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BY THE PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
A PROCLAMATION
On this World AIDS Day, …. Source : Gaea News Network.
Statement by the Press Secretary
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On Tuesday, November 30, 2010, the President signed into law:
H.R. 5712, “The Physician Payment and Therapy Relief Act of 2010,” which provides for a …. Original source : Statement by the Press Secretary.
Letter from the President Regarding an Alternative Pay Plan
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TO THE CONGRESS OF THE UNITED STATES:
The law authorizes me to implement an alternative pay plan for locality pay increases for civilian Federal … Original source on Gaea Times at : Letter from the President Regarding an Alternative Pay Plan.