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Special: Why ammonium nitrate is favourite tool of terror

It is used in fertilisers and insecticides. Construction companies cannot do without it. But that's not what's made ammonium nitrate a household name. Rrishi Raote and Aabhas Sharma look at the......

Reactor explodes, Japan issues nuclear alert

A Japanese nuclear power plant exploded on Saturday, triggering a 'nationwide atomic alert' in the country already reeling under the impact of giant tidal waves caused by a massive earthquake......

The debate over Muslim separatism in the US

Some months ago, I recall a North Indian lady talking about the cultural differences she experienced when in South India. Visiting relatives posted in Kerala, she made a pilgrimage to the famed......

Nuclear pact gives US lever over India

There are times when a statesman's perception of the future is sharp; when he can foresee far into the future and identify what is best for his country. Late one night in October 1963, US President......

IRA ending long-time 'armed campaign'

The Irish Republican Army announced on Thursday that it will abandon its "armed campaign" and resume disarmament in an extraordinary declaration designed to revive Northern Ireland's peace......

2009: How it was for global biz

Clouds of economic recession and a stormy labour market had cast a dark shadow at the dawn of 2009. From thousands of job losses to historic bankruptcies to Dubai debt crisis, the year had more......

U2: Rockers-cum-diplomats

The famed social activism of Irish band U2 has taken on a new face: that of legendary 13th century Persian poet Rumi, who's oft-known as the smiling face of Islam. According to a recent Guardian......

Spielberg's Lincoln film!

In Spielberg We Trust' used to be a Hollywood mantra, but had lost footing as the director's recent projects did not match up to box-office expectations. His last film was the disappointing Tom......

McWilliams in hospital after crash in Jerez

Northern Irish rider Jeremy McWilliams suffered multiple injuries in a crash during testing at the MotoGP circuit in the southern Spanish city of Jerez on Thursday.The 42-year-old was taken to......

France face tough Irish test

Dismissed as outsiders before the rugby World Cup 2003 began, France should learn in Sunday's quarter-final against Ireland if they really could become the first northern hemisphere side to win the......

English FA rules out British men's team at Rio Olympics

Britain will not enter a men's football team for the Rio Olympic Games in 2016, English Football Association General Secretary Alex Horne said on Tuesday. Britain returned to the Olympic finals......

Ryder Cup: US stretch lead to 10-6 at Medinah

Though Tiger Woods lost for a third time this week, the United States tightened their grip on the 39th Ryder Cup by taking a commanding 10-6 lead over holders Europe at Medinah Country Club on......

Ryder Cup: US sizzle in sunshine to lead Europe 5-3

The United States, led by Phil Mickelson and Keegan Bradley, snatched a 5-3 lead over Europe on a gripping first day of the 39th Ryder Cup on Friday. Inspired by their brilliant young rookies, the......

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Q. All of we say earth is mother, then who is her mother?
: A. A mother goddess is a term used to refer to any goddess associated with motherhood, fertility, creation or the bountiful embodiment of the Earth....... more

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Q. Why Muslims are being branded as hardcore terrorist, whereas ULFA is largest terrorist group in India, IRA is largest in World, LTTE is most organised group of terrorists. There are many groups having a specific agenda, but todays sensationalism-savvy media is making mountain out of mole hill by quoting oft mis-quoted "All muslims are not terrorists, but all terrorist are muslims." Malegaon blast is quite eye opener, but the media this time is not mentioning Hindu terrorist, but "Malegaon suspects/involvment". Isn't this all politically motivated print.??
SHYAM NARVEKAR: A. Because ULFA s stated objective is a nation for Ahom community , LTTE is for Tamil nation and IRA for Northern Ireland , So they care called...... more

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Q. which city is the city of cosmic dance.
Sachin Sharma: A. The Magic CityHeliumMatadorThe newest offering from the Boston-based trio Helium reveals a more cheerful Mary Timony at the helm. While earlier...... more

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Q. Best Dog as pet.Why?
Sangeetha: A. catThe dog (Canis lupus familiaris) is a domesticated subspecies of the wolf, a mammal of the Canidae family of the order Carnivora. The term...... more

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Q. why is haloween celebrated in some of the western countries?
Chandra Singh: A. Hallowe'en, or Halloween, is a tradition celebrated on the night of October 31, most notably by children dressing in costumes and going...... more

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