Nksagar-Sagar Media Inc: 20 June 2011 New Delhi:
The representatives of government and civil society, the two sides will meet on Monday its a Lokpal joint drafting committee the eighth meet in a last ditch attempt to resolve contentious issues and hammer out a consensus on the Lokpal Bill.On the eve of the meeting of the Lokpal joint drafting committee - the eighth since April 16, Senior ministers held discussions for nearly three hours on Sunday evening to finetune the Government's strategy.The deliberations, chaired by Finance Minister and panel chairman Pranab Mukherjee, were attended by Union ministers Kapil Sibal, Salman Khurshid and Veerappa Moily - all members of the committee.
Minister of State in PMO V Narayanaswamy also took part in the parleys. However, another member of the committee Home Minister P Chidambaram was not present as he was out of town.None of the ministers spoke to media after the meeting which lasted two hours and 45 minutes.Monday's deliberations could be the last meeting of the joint committee and another round will be held on Tuesday if the discussions for an anti-corruption watchdog are not concluded on Monday.
Karnataka Lokayukta Santosh Hegde, a member of the drafting committee, denied any split in the Anna Hazare camp and said he will attend the panel's meeting and backed the social activist's planned fast from August 16 after opposing it.
After his comments on Hazare's fast and inability to take part in the meeting in Delhi fuelled speculation of differences among civil society representatives, Hegde said he will be present on June 21 to show there is 'no rift'.
While the government has virtually ruled out bringing the post of the Prime Minister under the ambit of the anti-corruption watchdog, Congress core group has favoured convening an all-party meeting on the issue of inclusion of the PM. The Hazare camp is pressing for bringing the Prime Minister under Lokpal's purview.
HRD Minister Kapil Sibal, a member of the Joint Drafting Committee, said the view within the government is that Prime Minister should not be included within the ambit of Lokpal.He, however, said once the PM demits office, he should not be "exonerated" from prosecution.
Santosh Hegde however feels keeping the Prime Minister out of Lokpal till he demits office will not serve the purpose of having an effective investigation because there will not be any trail of any misconduct.A final view on the ticklish issue will be taken by the union cabinet once the draft bill reaches it after consultation with political parties, he said.
A government representative of the Committee said the inclusion of judiciary and conduct of MPs inside Parliament in the proposed legislation was "not possible" as it would amount to amending the Constitution."The Committee's mandate is clear and that is to enact a legislation. The members led by Anna Hazare are also clear about the mandate...it is in the notification," he said.But the member insisted that the government side will try its best to convince the civil society members about its "stand and compulsions".
However, the Anna Hazare team dubbed the argument to keep the Prime Minister out of Lokpal's ambit as "absurd"."There is no reason whatsoever to exclude the Prime Minister. Whatever arguments are being given seem to suggest that if the Prime Minister was subject to anti-corruption investigation then he would become dysfunctional," lawyer Prashant Bhushan, a team member, said.
He said the argument was "absurd" as the Prime Minister can be investigated by the CBI, which is under his control, but not an independent agency like Lokpal.If the two sides fail to settle their differences, a draft bill with points of agreements and disagreements will be prepared.The government and civil society are at loggerheads on the issues of inclusion of prime minister, judiciary and conduct of MPs inside Parliament.
Monday, June 20, 2011
Sunday, June 19, 2011
Sai Baba’s chambers - Is that all ?
Sai Baba's ultimate found is Rs 11 crore, 98 kg gold found at Sai Baba’s chambers - Is that all, initially Media reported 450 KG of Gold? Trust members said no ‘will’ of Baba recovered and incidentally Initially the Media said the will was recovered. A massive amount of wealth, including crores of rupees and heaps of gold and silver jewellery, was found at Yajurveda Mandir, the personal chambers of Sathya Sai Baba on Friday.
The tightly-guarded chambers, which were locked since March 28 when Sai Baba was admitted to hospital, were opened on Friday by members of the Sathya Sai Central Trust, one-and-a-half months after his death.
After counting of all the valuables inside the chambers, the Trust announced details of the wealth found in the Yajurveda. It includes Rs 11.56 crore in cash, 98 kg of gold and 307 kg of silver.
The details of the papers and other valuables were not known. Trust members clarified that they did not find any will of Baba in the chambers. Officials of the State Bank of India and the income tax department were also present when the chambers were unlocked. Why the media and police were kept at bay by the Trust.
According to the Trust, all valuables have been deposited with the SBI after inventory. Sources said a large quantity of foreign currency was also found with the ornaments, gifted to Baba by his devotees.
Apart from trust members PN Bhagwati, SV Giri, V Srinivasan and Baba’s nephew RJ Ratnakar, Baba’s personal assistant Satyajeet was also present during the 36-hour-long exercise, in which students of Sathya Sai institutions counted the money and other valuables.
Sources said many of the packets, containing gifts from devotees, were lying unopened since his death. These were opened and taken into account.
The tightly-guarded chambers, which were locked since March 28 when Sai Baba was admitted to hospital, were opened on Friday by members of the Sathya Sai Central Trust, one-and-a-half months after his death.
After counting of all the valuables inside the chambers, the Trust announced details of the wealth found in the Yajurveda. It includes Rs 11.56 crore in cash, 98 kg of gold and 307 kg of silver.
The details of the papers and other valuables were not known. Trust members clarified that they did not find any will of Baba in the chambers. Officials of the State Bank of India and the income tax department were also present when the chambers were unlocked. Why the media and police were kept at bay by the Trust.
According to the Trust, all valuables have been deposited with the SBI after inventory. Sources said a large quantity of foreign currency was also found with the ornaments, gifted to Baba by his devotees.
Apart from trust members PN Bhagwati, SV Giri, V Srinivasan and Baba’s nephew RJ Ratnakar, Baba’s personal assistant Satyajeet was also present during the 36-hour-long exercise, in which students of Sathya Sai institutions counted the money and other valuables.
Sources said many of the packets, containing gifts from devotees, were lying unopened since his death. These were opened and taken into account.
S. Chikkarangappa emerges as winner at Inter State Amateur Championship
S. Chikkarangappa emerges as winner at Inter State Amateur Championship:
17th June, Coimbatore: Bangalore’s S. Chikkarangappa capitalized on his second position at the end of Day three to card a one-under 71 on final day of Inter State Amateur Championship to lift the trophy. Chikkarangappa got a close fight from Chandigarh’s Abhijit Chadha who lost by two stroke.
Chikkarangappa played consistent the entire day as he made birdies on 5th, 13th and 17th holes to score one-under for the total of 71 (which was also the best score of the day) to clinch the trophy. 18-year-old Khalin Joshi carded three-over for the total of 304 to finish as 2nd runners up.
Title win for Chikkarangappa (77-79-72-71) and third position for Joshi (75-75-79-75) propelled Karnataka A to the team championship title for a total of 603. The runners-up team was Chandigarh with the pair of Abhijit Chadha (74-76-74-77) and H. S. Kang (79-81-73-75) for the team total of 609.
Chikkarangappa struggled big time on the first two days of the championship in Coimbatore, on a course, which played very tricky. It was only after a conversation with his mental conditioning coach Vinod Kumar that saw Chikkarangappa adopting a relaxed approach to the game. The results were so instant that despite being tied on the hole no. 16 the Karnataka –lad hit a birdie on 17thand hit the center of fairway on the last hole to take the elusive lead against Chaddha.
17-year-old Chikkarangappa said, “I wasn’t confident on the first two days about my game and whenever I was about to tee off, I used to be double minded about my approach. In fact I was standing too close to the ball, which distorted the shot’s trajectory and I very rarely hit the center of fairway. I managed to sort out my game on the third day at the driving range after taking some advices from my mental conditioning coach. I started my day very well today and when I hit a driver on left rough on the hole no. 17th, I was sure that the title is in my hands.”
The Closest to pin was given to Delhi’s Gagan Verma as he shot 11’ & 11” on hole no. 7 while Longest to drive was given to another Delhi’s lad Rahul Bajaj for the hole no. 18. Raghavender Naidu of Tamil Nadu has won the straight drive on hole 6.
17th June, Coimbatore: Bangalore’s S. Chikkarangappa capitalized on his second position at the end of Day three to card a one-under 71 on final day of Inter State Amateur Championship to lift the trophy. Chikkarangappa got a close fight from Chandigarh’s Abhijit Chadha who lost by two stroke.
Chikkarangappa played consistent the entire day as he made birdies on 5th, 13th and 17th holes to score one-under for the total of 71 (which was also the best score of the day) to clinch the trophy. 18-year-old Khalin Joshi carded three-over for the total of 304 to finish as 2nd runners up.
Title win for Chikkarangappa (77-79-72-71) and third position for Joshi (75-75-79-75) propelled Karnataka A to the team championship title for a total of 603. The runners-up team was Chandigarh with the pair of Abhijit Chadha (74-76-74-77) and H. S. Kang (79-81-73-75) for the team total of 609.
Chikkarangappa struggled big time on the first two days of the championship in Coimbatore, on a course, which played very tricky. It was only after a conversation with his mental conditioning coach Vinod Kumar that saw Chikkarangappa adopting a relaxed approach to the game. The results were so instant that despite being tied on the hole no. 16 the Karnataka –lad hit a birdie on 17thand hit the center of fairway on the last hole to take the elusive lead against Chaddha.
17-year-old Chikkarangappa said, “I wasn’t confident on the first two days about my game and whenever I was about to tee off, I used to be double minded about my approach. In fact I was standing too close to the ball, which distorted the shot’s trajectory and I very rarely hit the center of fairway. I managed to sort out my game on the third day at the driving range after taking some advices from my mental conditioning coach. I started my day very well today and when I hit a driver on left rough on the hole no. 17th, I was sure that the title is in my hands.”
The Closest to pin was given to Delhi’s Gagan Verma as he shot 11’ & 11” on hole no. 7 while Longest to drive was given to another Delhi’s lad Rahul Bajaj for the hole no. 18. Raghavender Naidu of Tamil Nadu has won the straight drive on hole 6.
Friday, June 17, 2011
India, Japan sign agreement for six projects
India and Japan today signed an agreement for six development projects in the fields of energy, power, transportation and forestation and Metro Rail Project in Bangalore. Under this,Tokyo will provide 7361 crore rupee as soft loan. The agreement was signed by India's Ambassador in Tokyo Alok Prasad and President of the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) Ms. Sadako Ogata in Tokyo. The agreement is meant to support India's quest for energy and its efforts to improve infrastructure necessary for rapid growth in economy. According to external affairs ministry, it will also help accelerate spread of new and renewable energy and energy conservation projects using Japanese experience.
Thursday, June 16, 2011
Nigamanand case: Fresh viscera test ordered
On allegations that Swami Nigamanand was poisoned, authorities on Thursday ordered a second viscera test of the seer who died after a four-month fast against quarrying in Ganga river bed.Haridwar District Magistrate Meenakshi Sundaram has decided that another sample of viscera of Nigamanand be taken after the founder head of Matri Sadan ashram and his guru, Shivanand, gave a written request in this regard, said Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) Kewal Khurana, a day after the Uttarakhand Government recommended a CBI probe into the circumstances of his death.
A panel of doctors will take the sample at Matri Sadan ashram, where the body of the 36-year-old seer has been kept.The DM also made it clear that it is not a second post mortem and that only viscera samples will suffice, officials said on Thursday.Uttarakhand Minister Madan Kaushik had on Wednesday said that the government is ready for a fresh viscera test if the ashram and his family members are not satisfied.
Though the post mortem report of Nigamanand had stated coma, septicaemia and degenerative brain disorder as the cause of death, Shivanand had alleged that Nigamanand died of poisoning after he was administered a lethal injection at the behest of quarrying mafia.The death of Nigamanand on 13th June has sparked intense criticism of the BJP government with opposition Congress on Thursday demanding resignation of Chief Minister Ramesh Pokhriyal Nishank alleging that the seer could not be saved due to negligence of the state government.
"The death of Nigamanand due to lack of proper medical care clearly shows that the BJP government has completely failed to discharge its duty," spokesman of Uttarakhand Congress Legislature Party Kishore Upadhyay said on Thursday.
"Chief Minister Ramesh Pokhriyal Nishank should immediately resign from the post," he said.
Meanwhile, a tussle broke out between the ashram and seer's family members over taking possession of the seer's body.
The family threatened to go on an indefinite fast if the body is not handed over to them for the last rites.
Nigamanand's father Subhash Chandra Jha and other family members, who reached the ashram at Haridwar, said they wanted to perform his last rites at his native place in Darbhanga district of Bihar, Superintendent of Police (City) K L Shah said.
However, their request has been turned down by the sadhus of the ashram who said that Swami was a sadhu and so he will be given 'Bhu samadhi' in the ashram itself, Shah said.
The administration is taking legal opinion on the issue following which a decision in this regard would be taken, Shah said.
Meanwhile, Nigamanand's family has threatened to sit on an indefinite fast outside the ashram if the body was not handed over to him.
Nigamanand's elder brother Satyam Kumar Ashish alleged that the seer had told him there was pressure on him from his guru to undertake a fast and continue it even when he was not in the condition to do so.
"Nobody is helping us.... we were allowed to see the body for not more that 10 minutes. We are helpless. We will go on a hunger strike and die, that's all," he said.The Congress alleged that proper medical care was not provided to Nigamanand as the state government is under pressure from quarrying mafia.Upadhyaya claimed that he and Union Minister of State for Agriculture Harish Rawat wrote a letter to Chief Minister that Nigamanand should be shifted to AIIMS in New Delhi but no attention was given to their concerns.
A panel of doctors will take the sample at Matri Sadan ashram, where the body of the 36-year-old seer has been kept.The DM also made it clear that it is not a second post mortem and that only viscera samples will suffice, officials said on Thursday.Uttarakhand Minister Madan Kaushik had on Wednesday said that the government is ready for a fresh viscera test if the ashram and his family members are not satisfied.
Though the post mortem report of Nigamanand had stated coma, septicaemia and degenerative brain disorder as the cause of death, Shivanand had alleged that Nigamanand died of poisoning after he was administered a lethal injection at the behest of quarrying mafia.The death of Nigamanand on 13th June has sparked intense criticism of the BJP government with opposition Congress on Thursday demanding resignation of Chief Minister Ramesh Pokhriyal Nishank alleging that the seer could not be saved due to negligence of the state government.
"The death of Nigamanand due to lack of proper medical care clearly shows that the BJP government has completely failed to discharge its duty," spokesman of Uttarakhand Congress Legislature Party Kishore Upadhyay said on Thursday.
"Chief Minister Ramesh Pokhriyal Nishank should immediately resign from the post," he said.
Meanwhile, a tussle broke out between the ashram and seer's family members over taking possession of the seer's body.
The family threatened to go on an indefinite fast if the body is not handed over to them for the last rites.
Nigamanand's father Subhash Chandra Jha and other family members, who reached the ashram at Haridwar, said they wanted to perform his last rites at his native place in Darbhanga district of Bihar, Superintendent of Police (City) K L Shah said.
However, their request has been turned down by the sadhus of the ashram who said that Swami was a sadhu and so he will be given 'Bhu samadhi' in the ashram itself, Shah said.
The administration is taking legal opinion on the issue following which a decision in this regard would be taken, Shah said.
Meanwhile, Nigamanand's family has threatened to sit on an indefinite fast outside the ashram if the body was not handed over to him.
Nigamanand's elder brother Satyam Kumar Ashish alleged that the seer had told him there was pressure on him from his guru to undertake a fast and continue it even when he was not in the condition to do so.
"Nobody is helping us.... we were allowed to see the body for not more that 10 minutes. We are helpless. We will go on a hunger strike and die, that's all," he said.The Congress alleged that proper medical care was not provided to Nigamanand as the state government is under pressure from quarrying mafia.Upadhyaya claimed that he and Union Minister of State for Agriculture Harish Rawat wrote a letter to Chief Minister that Nigamanand should be shifted to AIIMS in New Delhi but no attention was given to their concerns.
Father claim Nigamanand's dead body turn down
(PTI) The family of Swami Nigamanand today threatened to go on an indefinite fast if the seer's body is not handed over to them for the last rites.Swami Nigamanand's father Subhash Chandra Jha and other family members reached the ashram at Haridwar and claimed over his body saying they wanted to perform his last rites at his native place in Darbhanga district of Bihar, Superintendent of Police (City) K L Shah said.
However, their request has been turned down by the Sadhus of the ashram who said that Swami was a sadhu and so he will be given 'Bhu samadhi' in the ashram itself, Shah added.The administration is taking legal opinion on the issue following which any decision in this regard would be taken, Shah said.
However, their request has been turned down by the Sadhus of the ashram who said that Swami was a sadhu and so he will be given 'Bhu samadhi' in the ashram itself, Shah added.The administration is taking legal opinion on the issue following which any decision in this regard would be taken, Shah said.
India witness century unique lunar eclipse
Nksagar-Sagar Media Inc: New Delhi:
Moon's bright white glow turned crimson brick red when it delved into the dark centre of the Earth's shadow during the century's longest and darkest lunar eclipse.
The awesome spectacle of the moon being eclipsed was visible all over the country, including the national capital.The full moon appeared much dimmer than usual, but sunlight passing through the Earth's atmosphere gave the lunar surface a deep reddish hue.
This was the century's longest and darkest total lunar eclipse as the Moon immersed deeply inside the umbral (darker) shadow of the Earth, Nehru Planetarium Director N Rathnasree said.The total phase of the eclipse lasted 100 minutes. The last eclipse to exceed this duration was in July 2000.
The next such eclipse will only take place in 2141.
The penumbral lunar eclipse began at 22:54:34 IST and will end at 04:30:45 IST, she said.The total lunar eclipse began at 00:52:30 IST and ended at 02:32:42 IST. While the partial eclipse began at 23:52:56 IST and ended at 03:32:15 IST.
As the earth came in between the sun and the moon, its shadow first began sweeping across the moon blocking out much of its bright light and as the shadow descended gently, the moon's face turned red.A lunar eclipse occurs when the Earth in course of its orbit around the Sun, comes between the Moon and Sun in such a way that Moon is hidden in the shadow cast by Earth.This can occur only when the Sun, Earth, and Moon are aligned in a straight line, C B Devgun from Science Popularisation Association of Communicators and Educators (SPACE) said.
Moon's bright white glow turned crimson brick red when it delved into the dark centre of the Earth's shadow during the century's longest and darkest lunar eclipse.
The awesome spectacle of the moon being eclipsed was visible all over the country, including the national capital.The full moon appeared much dimmer than usual, but sunlight passing through the Earth's atmosphere gave the lunar surface a deep reddish hue.
This was the century's longest and darkest total lunar eclipse as the Moon immersed deeply inside the umbral (darker) shadow of the Earth, Nehru Planetarium Director N Rathnasree said.The total phase of the eclipse lasted 100 minutes. The last eclipse to exceed this duration was in July 2000.
The next such eclipse will only take place in 2141.
The penumbral lunar eclipse began at 22:54:34 IST and will end at 04:30:45 IST, she said.The total lunar eclipse began at 00:52:30 IST and ended at 02:32:42 IST. While the partial eclipse began at 23:52:56 IST and ended at 03:32:15 IST.
As the earth came in between the sun and the moon, its shadow first began sweeping across the moon blocking out much of its bright light and as the shadow descended gently, the moon's face turned red.A lunar eclipse occurs when the Earth in course of its orbit around the Sun, comes between the Moon and Sun in such a way that Moon is hidden in the shadow cast by Earth.This can occur only when the Sun, Earth, and Moon are aligned in a straight line, C B Devgun from Science Popularisation Association of Communicators and Educators (SPACE) said.
Wednesday, June 15, 2011
Swami Nigamanand,dies in hospital
Nksagar-Sagar Mdia Inc: New Delhi/Dehradun
Swami Nigamanand,of Sadan Ashram, Haridwar was on fast from four months for the cause of Ganga's environment calling for immediate stopping of quarrying near Ganga asking to shift of Himalaya stone crusher from Kumbh mela area, has died in a hospital Himalayan Institute of Medical Sciences at Jolly Grant.
District Magistrate of Haridwar R Meenakshisundaram said Swami Nigamanand (36) died at the Himalayan Institute of Medical Sciences at Jolly Grant.
Uttarakhand government has ordered a CB-CID probe into the allegations that Swami Nigamananda, who was on fast for nearly four months to protest corruption, was poisoned leading to his death.Referring to the allegation of poisoning the seer and a named complaint against the then Chief Medical Superintendent of Haridwar district hospital Dr P K Bhatnagar and owner of Himalaya stone crusher Gyanesh Kumar in this regard, Urban Development Minister Madan Kaushik said the inquiry has been handed over to CB-CID said today.
The seer had protested quarrying near the Ganges in alleged violation of court order.Kaushik said the government had already issued an order in April banning quarrying in Ganga in Kumbh area.reports PTI
Nigamanand had begun his fast on February 19 and was in coma since May 2.
A postmortem of Swami Nigamanand would be conducted in view of the complaints of poisoning to him by his fellow sadhus of the ashram, the DM added.
The founder head of Matri Sadan Ashram Swami Shivanand had lodged a complaint against Chief Medical Superintendent (CMS) of Haridwar district hospital Dr P K Bhatnagar and owner of Himalaya Stone Crusher Gyanesh Kumar in Kotwali police station of Haridwar on May 11 alleging Swami Nigamanand was poisoned on April 30 during treatment, following which he went into coma on May 2.Nigamanand was admitted to Haridwar district hospital. On April 30, he was given an injection by a nurse after which he went into coma on May 2, Swami Shivanand alleged.Nigamanad was shifted to the hospital in Jolly Grant.
Swami Shivanand alleged Nigamanand was given “Organo phosphat” through injection which led to deterioration in his condition.Congress MLA from Tehri Kishore Upadhyay has accused Uttarakhand government of being responsible for the death of Nigamanand.Upadhyay charged the death of Nigamanand has “exposed” the double standards of BJP government in Uttarakhand. “While the Chief Minister did everything to break the fast of Ramdev, he did not go to see even once another sadhu who was also admitted in the same hospital for fighting corruption,” he said.
Upadhyay said he and Union Minister of State for Agriculture Harish Rawat had also written letters to chief minister Ramesh Pokhriyal Nishank requesting him to order an inquiry into the allegations of poisoning and send Nigamand to All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) for better treatment. “But nothing was done by the state government in this regard,” he added.
"If you know the enemy and know yourself, you need not fear the result of a hundred battles. If you know yourself, but not the enemy, for every victory gained you will also suffer a defeat. If you know neither the enemy nor yourself, you will succumb in every battle"
Swami Nigamanand,of Sadan Ashram, Haridwar was on fast from four months for the cause of Ganga's environment calling for immediate stopping of quarrying near Ganga asking to shift of Himalaya stone crusher from Kumbh mela area, has died in a hospital Himalayan Institute of Medical Sciences at Jolly Grant.
District Magistrate of Haridwar R Meenakshisundaram said Swami Nigamanand (36) died at the Himalayan Institute of Medical Sciences at Jolly Grant.
Uttarakhand government has ordered a CB-CID probe into the allegations that Swami Nigamananda, who was on fast for nearly four months to protest corruption, was poisoned leading to his death.Referring to the allegation of poisoning the seer and a named complaint against the then Chief Medical Superintendent of Haridwar district hospital Dr P K Bhatnagar and owner of Himalaya stone crusher Gyanesh Kumar in this regard, Urban Development Minister Madan Kaushik said the inquiry has been handed over to CB-CID said today.
The seer had protested quarrying near the Ganges in alleged violation of court order.Kaushik said the government had already issued an order in April banning quarrying in Ganga in Kumbh area.reports PTI
Nigamanand had begun his fast on February 19 and was in coma since May 2.
A postmortem of Swami Nigamanand would be conducted in view of the complaints of poisoning to him by his fellow sadhus of the ashram, the DM added.
The founder head of Matri Sadan Ashram Swami Shivanand had lodged a complaint against Chief Medical Superintendent (CMS) of Haridwar district hospital Dr P K Bhatnagar and owner of Himalaya Stone Crusher Gyanesh Kumar in Kotwali police station of Haridwar on May 11 alleging Swami Nigamanand was poisoned on April 30 during treatment, following which he went into coma on May 2.Nigamanand was admitted to Haridwar district hospital. On April 30, he was given an injection by a nurse after which he went into coma on May 2, Swami Shivanand alleged.Nigamanad was shifted to the hospital in Jolly Grant.
Swami Shivanand alleged Nigamanand was given “Organo phosphat” through injection which led to deterioration in his condition.Congress MLA from Tehri Kishore Upadhyay has accused Uttarakhand government of being responsible for the death of Nigamanand.Upadhyay charged the death of Nigamanand has “exposed” the double standards of BJP government in Uttarakhand. “While the Chief Minister did everything to break the fast of Ramdev, he did not go to see even once another sadhu who was also admitted in the same hospital for fighting corruption,” he said.
Upadhyay said he and Union Minister of State for Agriculture Harish Rawat had also written letters to chief minister Ramesh Pokhriyal Nishank requesting him to order an inquiry into the allegations of poisoning and send Nigamand to All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) for better treatment. “But nothing was done by the state government in this regard,” he added.
"If you know the enemy and know yourself, you need not fear the result of a hundred battles. If you know yourself, but not the enemy, for every victory gained you will also suffer a defeat. If you know neither the enemy nor yourself, you will succumb in every battle"
Sunday, June 12, 2011
Yoga guru Ramdev :Sunday broke his nine day old fast
Nksagar-Sagar Media Inc: New Delhi 12 June 2011:Ramdev, on his hunger strike to protest against corruption and black money issues, was in the Himalayan Institute of Medical Sciences in Dehradun from Friday after his condition deteriorated at his Patanjali Yogapeeth ashram in Haridwar.Sri Sri Ravishankar said "Ramdev broken his fast by taking juice. He ended the fast in the presence of various religious and spiritual leaders". Balakrishna said, "It is not a a matter of who wins or who loses. The aim was to wake up the nation against corruption and now people have woken up and the fight will continue."
Janata Party chief Subramanian Swamy said, "I was here when Ramdev took a glass of juice from Sri Sri Ravishankar and broke his fast. It is a matter of great satisfaction for the whole nation. Protests should be done in front of people who have a heart. Protests against corruption will continue. We all are with him."
Sri Sri Ravi Shankar, is in touch of Ramdev at the hospital to persuade him to end his fast unto death, Sri Sri Ravi Shankar reached Haridwar to immerse the ashes of his father who died recently and later joined Ramdev follow up for three day .
Dehradun, June 12 (PTI) Yoga guru Baba Ramdev today broke his nine-day-old fast that sparked a political slugfest heeding appeals of spiritual and religious leaders but vowed to continue his campaign against corruption.Spiritual leader Sri Sri Ravishankar, who met the 46-year-old yoga exponent for the third day at a Dehradun hospital to persuade him to give up his fast said, "Ramdev has broken his fast by taking juice."
"He ended the fast in the presence of various religious and spiritual leaders", The Art of Living Founder said.Doctors said he will be discharged from hospital in two-three days though his condition is "stable".The Congress and the BJP welcomed Ramdev's decision to end the fast.Ramdev, who went on his hunger strike to protest against corruption and black money issues, was admitted to the Himalayan Institute of Medical Sciences here on Friday after his condition deteriorated at his Patanjali Yogapeeth ashram in Haridwar. Vijay Dhasmana, hospital director, said, "I am thankful to everyone who came here and helped Ramdev to break his fast. His health is not such that he can be discharged on Sunday.The doctors in a medical bulletin said that Ramdev will be in hospital for two more days and will be discharged after that.Janata Party President Subramanian Swamy who was present in the hospital when Ramdev broke his fast.Ramdev's close aide Balkrishna said, "Baba Ramdev has ended his fast but the satyaghraha against corruption and black money is on." The BJP welcomed Ramdev's decision to end his fast. Welcoming the decision, BJP spokesperson Rajiv Pratap Rudy held the Congress responsible for the aggravated situation in the country. he said, "The Congress is trying to portray those who are fighting against corruption as enemies of the nation." Former Haryana Chief Minister Om Parkash Chautala and Punjab Chief Minister Parkash Singh Badal also paid him a visit in the hospital on Sunday. Parkash Singh Badal extended his support to Ramdev and said he is with the yoga guru in his fight.Doctors attending to him on Sunday said that his condition was stable and his vital signs are all normal.They advised Ramdev to end his fast.
Janata Party chief Subramanian Swamy said, "I was here when Ramdev took a glass of juice from Sri Sri Ravishankar and broke his fast. It is a matter of great satisfaction for the whole nation. Protests should be done in front of people who have a heart. Protests against corruption will continue. We all are with him."
Sri Sri Ravi Shankar, is in touch of Ramdev at the hospital to persuade him to end his fast unto death, Sri Sri Ravi Shankar reached Haridwar to immerse the ashes of his father who died recently and later joined Ramdev follow up for three day .
Dehradun, June 12 (PTI) Yoga guru Baba Ramdev today broke his nine-day-old fast that sparked a political slugfest heeding appeals of spiritual and religious leaders but vowed to continue his campaign against corruption.Spiritual leader Sri Sri Ravishankar, who met the 46-year-old yoga exponent for the third day at a Dehradun hospital to persuade him to give up his fast said, "Ramdev has broken his fast by taking juice."
"He ended the fast in the presence of various religious and spiritual leaders", The Art of Living Founder said.Doctors said he will be discharged from hospital in two-three days though his condition is "stable".The Congress and the BJP welcomed Ramdev's decision to end the fast.Ramdev, who went on his hunger strike to protest against corruption and black money issues, was admitted to the Himalayan Institute of Medical Sciences here on Friday after his condition deteriorated at his Patanjali Yogapeeth ashram in Haridwar. Vijay Dhasmana, hospital director, said, "I am thankful to everyone who came here and helped Ramdev to break his fast. His health is not such that he can be discharged on Sunday.The doctors in a medical bulletin said that Ramdev will be in hospital for two more days and will be discharged after that.Janata Party President Subramanian Swamy who was present in the hospital when Ramdev broke his fast.Ramdev's close aide Balkrishna said, "Baba Ramdev has ended his fast but the satyaghraha against corruption and black money is on." The BJP welcomed Ramdev's decision to end his fast. Welcoming the decision, BJP spokesperson Rajiv Pratap Rudy held the Congress responsible for the aggravated situation in the country. he said, "The Congress is trying to portray those who are fighting against corruption as enemies of the nation." Former Haryana Chief Minister Om Parkash Chautala and Punjab Chief Minister Parkash Singh Badal also paid him a visit in the hospital on Sunday. Parkash Singh Badal extended his support to Ramdev and said he is with the yoga guru in his fight.Doctors attending to him on Sunday said that his condition was stable and his vital signs are all normal.They advised Ramdev to end his fast.
Saturday, June 11, 2011
Revision of Base Year of All India Index of Industrial Production
Revision of Base Year of All India Index of Industrial Production
The Committee of Secretaries (COS) in its meeting held on 10th May, 2011 approved the release of the new series of Index of Industrial Production (IIP) with 2004-05 as its base and directed that the new series of IIP may be released for the month of April, 2011onwards. Accordingly IIP new series is released today i.e 10th June, 2011, which is the Quick Estimate (QE) of IIP for the month of April, 2011. The time series indices for the period of April, 2005 to March, 2011 are also released along with the QE of April, 2011 index. Though the Q.E. of the IIP pertaining to the old series of IIP (Base: 1993-94=100) is also made available through this Ministry’s website for comparison and academic purposes, the same will be discontinued from the month of September, 2011 onwards. In other words, the Q.E. of IIP pertaining to 1993-94 series will be provided only upto the month of August, 2011, which will be the Q.E. of IIP for the month of June, 2011.
The revision of base year of IIP was undertaken based on the recommendations of the Standing Committee on Industrial Statistics (SCIS), constituted by the Ministry of Statistics & PI. The SCIS includes members from concerned Ministries, and it is presently chaired by Dr. Biswanath Goldar, Professor, Institute of Economic Growth. The National Statistical Commission (NSC) also recommended revision of base year of IIP to 2004-05.
The Committee of Secretaries (COS) in its meeting held on 10th May, 2011 approved the release of the new series of Index of Industrial Production (IIP) with 2004-05 as its base and directed that the new series of IIP may be released for the month of April, 2011onwards. Accordingly IIP new series is released today i.e 10th June, 2011, which is the Quick Estimate (QE) of IIP for the month of April, 2011. The time series indices for the period of April, 2005 to March, 2011 are also released along with the QE of April, 2011 index. Though the Q.E. of the IIP pertaining to the old series of IIP (Base: 1993-94=100) is also made available through this Ministry’s website for comparison and academic purposes, the same will be discontinued from the month of September, 2011 onwards. In other words, the Q.E. of IIP pertaining to 1993-94 series will be provided only upto the month of August, 2011, which will be the Q.E. of IIP for the month of June, 2011.
The revision of base year of IIP was undertaken based on the recommendations of the Standing Committee on Industrial Statistics (SCIS), constituted by the Ministry of Statistics & PI. The SCIS includes members from concerned Ministries, and it is presently chaired by Dr. Biswanath Goldar, Professor, Institute of Economic Growth. The National Statistical Commission (NSC) also recommended revision of base year of IIP to 2004-05.
Ramdev, on an indefinite fast against corruption
Babas fast for the 8th consecutive day has brought attention of all segments of society and looks towards the UPA government for their actions to pursue the Yoga celebrity to end the fast.Veerappa Moily talks Sri Sri Ravishankar to convince Ramdev to give up his fast, Swami Agnivesh meeting the PM and FM is asked to do the needful to end fast.Yoga guru Ramdev, who is on an indefinite fast against corruption, black money here, today decided to take lemonade and honey after being persuaded by district administration officials. "He has accepted our request and has decided to take lemon water and honey so that his body gets glucose," Haridwar District Magistrate R Meenakshi Sundaram told reporters after meeting Ramdev here. Defence Minister A K Antony today said politicians, bureaucrats and others holding key positions are not ready for the "transition to transparency" and contended that this was creating problems. "Country is passing through a new era revolution-- the transparency revolution.
BJP core group tonight expressed concern at the health of Ramdev who was admitted to the ICU of a Dehra Dun hospital on the seventh day of his fast and said any untoward turn in the Yoga guru's condition will become a national issue.BJP leaders at the meeting discussed the Yoga guru's health and opined that any untowrd turn in his condition will become a national issue, party sources said. (PTI) The condition of yoga guru Ramdev, who was admitted to a hospital near here yesterday, was stable today, his close aides said.Ramdev, who was admitted to the Himalayan Institute of Medical Sciences last evening after his condition deteriorated on the seventh day of his fast against corruption, was administered saline and glucose.A spokesman of the hospital said a team of doctors would again monitor Ramdev's health in the morning and issue a medical bulletin later in the day."He is conscious. He spoke to his aides last night," sources said.
Ramdev was being administered intervenous fluid - glucose and normal saline - following which his condition improved, doctors said.The 46-year-old yoga exponent was admitted to the ICU immediately after he was brought to the hospital where doctors examined him.Chief Minister Ramesh Pokhriyal Nishank said government took the decision to hospitalise Baba Ramdev due to his falling health.
BJP core group tonight expressed concern at the health of Ramdev who was admitted to the ICU of a Dehra Dun hospital on the seventh day of his fast and said any untoward turn in the Yoga guru's condition will become a national issue.BJP leaders at the meeting discussed the Yoga guru's health and opined that any untowrd turn in his condition will become a national issue, party sources said. (PTI) The condition of yoga guru Ramdev, who was admitted to a hospital near here yesterday, was stable today, his close aides said.Ramdev, who was admitted to the Himalayan Institute of Medical Sciences last evening after his condition deteriorated on the seventh day of his fast against corruption, was administered saline and glucose.A spokesman of the hospital said a team of doctors would again monitor Ramdev's health in the morning and issue a medical bulletin later in the day."He is conscious. He spoke to his aides last night," sources said.
Ramdev was being administered intervenous fluid - glucose and normal saline - following which his condition improved, doctors said.The 46-year-old yoga exponent was admitted to the ICU immediately after he was brought to the hospital where doctors examined him.Chief Minister Ramesh Pokhriyal Nishank said government took the decision to hospitalise Baba Ramdev due to his falling health.
Thursday, June 9, 2011
Corruption, blackmoney in foreign banks: BJP on nationwide protest
Nksagar_Sagar Media Inc: New Delhi : 9 June 2011.When vital public issue takes dimension of national importance then public debate becomes necessary in the formation of bill to enact Law.Any slackness can create nation wide sir and topple of the government becomes imminent.
BJP today in its media meet,"It is useful to recall that just after imposing emergency by Congress in 1975 and scams of 1989 cost the congress fall as this year is repeat one" said Shri Ananth Kumar, National General Secretary,of BJP in New Delhi from their Ashok Road office.BJP today announced to organize four day protest and rallies across all states on corruption and black money stashed in foreign banks and to create awareness of Congress role of brutal attacks on children and women at Midnight at Ramlilla ground on Ramdev supporters beginning from June 23-26 which will continue further in Parliament in Moonsoon session.He further added Corruption has become the distinctive hallmark of the Congress UPA Government in which coalition partner suffer and congress leaders go Scot free needs BJP explain to the nation.
Accusing Congress-led Central government of demitting accountability, BJP today demanded apology from UPA chairperson Sonia Gandhi and Prime minister Manmohan Singh for the police action against Ramdev and his supporters at Delhi's Ram Lila ground on Saturday."Sonia Gandhi and Manmohan Singh owe an apology and explanation to the nation for the naked attempt to deny the basic and fundamental rights guaranteed by the Constitution of India,"BJP general secretary Vijay Goyel said during a press conference here.Public Accounts Committee in its draft report in April this year had questioned the role of the finance ministry, including then finance minister P Chidambaram, in the 2G spectrum scam."The former owner of Aircel has told CBI that Maran, who was earlier the telecome minister, had threatened to eliminate him. But Maran is still continuing as minister," Pradhan said.PTI reports
Law enacted sometime bring glory to the government and many times the undercurrent power to topple the government and many experts call this fall by various other terms. Parliament is final authority in making laws is true but the political experts say to understand the law drafted without inputs of civil society cannot be bill fit for Law and the law enacted and Law practiced are two different aspects and with change of time Law has its own intrinsic vale or currency and in case moods of the people gets rage on the draft of bill move to form the Law may bring change of government. Media reports that Facing Anna Hazare's threat to go on an indefinite fast from August 16, Government and the Congress today hardened its stand, making it clear to activists involved in the drafting the Lokpal Bill that Parliament is the final authority in making laws."I do not believe that four or five persons or a single NGO can claim to be better informed and be the sole repository of all knowledge," Information and Broadcasting Minister Ambika Soni told reporters here.
Congress spokesperson Jayanthi Natarajan also spoke in a similar vein."While the process of consultation is already on, I want to point out that suggestions arising out of this agitation finally will have to go to Cabinet and Parliament", Natarajan said when asked about Hazare's threat.She said, "Law can be made by legislature is the view of every political party
BJP today in its media meet,"It is useful to recall that just after imposing emergency by Congress in 1975 and scams of 1989 cost the congress fall as this year is repeat one" said Shri Ananth Kumar, National General Secretary,of BJP in New Delhi from their Ashok Road office.BJP today announced to organize four day protest and rallies across all states on corruption and black money stashed in foreign banks and to create awareness of Congress role of brutal attacks on children and women at Midnight at Ramlilla ground on Ramdev supporters beginning from June 23-26 which will continue further in Parliament in Moonsoon session.He further added Corruption has become the distinctive hallmark of the Congress UPA Government in which coalition partner suffer and congress leaders go Scot free needs BJP explain to the nation.
Accusing Congress-led Central government of demitting accountability, BJP today demanded apology from UPA chairperson Sonia Gandhi and Prime minister Manmohan Singh for the police action against Ramdev and his supporters at Delhi's Ram Lila ground on Saturday."Sonia Gandhi and Manmohan Singh owe an apology and explanation to the nation for the naked attempt to deny the basic and fundamental rights guaranteed by the Constitution of India,"BJP general secretary Vijay Goyel said during a press conference here.Public Accounts Committee in its draft report in April this year had questioned the role of the finance ministry, including then finance minister P Chidambaram, in the 2G spectrum scam."The former owner of Aircel has told CBI that Maran, who was earlier the telecome minister, had threatened to eliminate him. But Maran is still continuing as minister," Pradhan said.PTI reports
Law enacted sometime bring glory to the government and many times the undercurrent power to topple the government and many experts call this fall by various other terms. Parliament is final authority in making laws is true but the political experts say to understand the law drafted without inputs of civil society cannot be bill fit for Law and the law enacted and Law practiced are two different aspects and with change of time Law has its own intrinsic vale or currency and in case moods of the people gets rage on the draft of bill move to form the Law may bring change of government. Media reports that Facing Anna Hazare's threat to go on an indefinite fast from August 16, Government and the Congress today hardened its stand, making it clear to activists involved in the drafting the Lokpal Bill that Parliament is the final authority in making laws."I do not believe that four or five persons or a single NGO can claim to be better informed and be the sole repository of all knowledge," Information and Broadcasting Minister Ambika Soni told reporters here.
Congress spokesperson Jayanthi Natarajan also spoke in a similar vein."While the process of consultation is already on, I want to point out that suggestions arising out of this agitation finally will have to go to Cabinet and Parliament", Natarajan said when asked about Hazare's threat.She said, "Law can be made by legislature is the view of every political party
Civil society members can only give suggestions: Cong
Just ponder and feel that civil society members first choice women reservation bill has not seen the light.Land acquisition Act keeps the farmers in tenterhooks, corruptions laws fail to deliver,delivery mechanism of the government unable to bring desired results,nexus of various group gather easy money from the system and away from the system in their own convenience state.Corruption is not raised for the first time but has been the issue since 1975 by JP and 1985 Chandrasekhar- Janata Dal and by Congress in 2003-2004 but robust growth of corrupt people and officials give golden-shake hand. On a day when Anna Hazare sat on a fast protesting the crackdown on Ramdev's protest, Congress virtually declared redundancy of the Joint Committee to draft a strong Lokpal bill.Civil society members can only give suggestions: Congress is repeated many a times then the civil society members for definitely clash on their basic points and will raise hue and cry for not abiding to basics.
Party spokesperson Jayanti Natarajan on Wednesday said civil society representatives "could not be the alternate sources" for lawmaking including the key legislation.Political thinkers in their opinions say,But in democracy each civil society members has the rights to give his/her inputs as the government is always short of ground reality and holistic experiences.
Arun Jaitley thus has said in meeting at constitutions club that Congress leaders thinks to know much and behave in arrogance and is not in mood to listen even when they are in minority as the bill cannot be passed in Upper house if the opposition parties are not taken into confidence for their minority numerical.
Jayanti said further, "There is a constitutional scheme of things needed to be adhered to including taking the views of the Parliament while deciding on the legislation. Whatever they say could be suggestions for draft but it can't be the legislation. This is not a banana republic. We are working under the constitution of India," she said in New Delhi on Wednesday.Experts say to prove watchdog by civil society does not dilute the Constitution but strengthen.In the name of constitution adherence,government is unable to put off the corruption,unable to give accountability for public treasury money allocated,funds sent is not spent in proper way and bills pile up in lines for public welfare.
The Congress spokesperson side-stepped questions whether the Prime Minister should be under the proposed Lokpal bill, noting that the Constitution review committee under Justice M M Venkatachaliah had expressed itself against it.The remarks of Natarajan came a day after Hazare and other representatives of the civil society boycotted a scheduled meeting but made it clear that they would participate in future meetings.
Congress leader Pranab Mukherjee is the Chairman of the Committee and former Law Minister Shanti Bhushan is its co-chairman.Natarajan also tried to drive a wedge between Hazare and Ramdev, saying the Gandhian appears to be unaware of the call for armed rebellion given by the Yoga Guru.Natarajan dismissed as "unacceptable" Hazare's statement that what he was fighting the "second freedom struggle".
Party spokesperson Jayanti Natarajan on Wednesday said civil society representatives "could not be the alternate sources" for lawmaking including the key legislation.Political thinkers in their opinions say,But in democracy each civil society members has the rights to give his/her inputs as the government is always short of ground reality and holistic experiences.
Arun Jaitley thus has said in meeting at constitutions club that Congress leaders thinks to know much and behave in arrogance and is not in mood to listen even when they are in minority as the bill cannot be passed in Upper house if the opposition parties are not taken into confidence for their minority numerical.
Jayanti said further, "There is a constitutional scheme of things needed to be adhered to including taking the views of the Parliament while deciding on the legislation. Whatever they say could be suggestions for draft but it can't be the legislation. This is not a banana republic. We are working under the constitution of India," she said in New Delhi on Wednesday.Experts say to prove watchdog by civil society does not dilute the Constitution but strengthen.In the name of constitution adherence,government is unable to put off the corruption,unable to give accountability for public treasury money allocated,funds sent is not spent in proper way and bills pile up in lines for public welfare.
The Congress spokesperson side-stepped questions whether the Prime Minister should be under the proposed Lokpal bill, noting that the Constitution review committee under Justice M M Venkatachaliah had expressed itself against it.The remarks of Natarajan came a day after Hazare and other representatives of the civil society boycotted a scheduled meeting but made it clear that they would participate in future meetings.
Congress leader Pranab Mukherjee is the Chairman of the Committee and former Law Minister Shanti Bhushan is its co-chairman.Natarajan also tried to drive a wedge between Hazare and Ramdev, saying the Gandhian appears to be unaware of the call for armed rebellion given by the Yoga Guru.Natarajan dismissed as "unacceptable" Hazare's statement that what he was fighting the "second freedom struggle".
Tuesday, June 7, 2011
Lagarde Calls on Pranab Mukherjee
French Finance Minsiter, Ms. Christine Lagarde Calls on Union Finance Minister Pranab Mukherjee to Seek Support for her Candidature for the Post of MD, IMF:
The French Finance Minister, Ms. Christine Lagarde called on the Union Finance Minister Shri Pranab Mukherjee today as part of her effort to seek support for her candidature to the post of Managing Director, IMF.
During her talks, she outlined her vision for reforms that IMF needs to undertake and the role it can play in addressing the current challenges confronting the world economy including G-20 matters.Ms. Lagarde conveyed to the Finance Minister that her conviction is that the IMF should reflect current global economic realities and there is need for greater voice for the emerging market developing countries in all the significant issues that the world today confronts.
The Finance Minister Shri Pranab Mukherjee exchanged views with her on the above issues and also indicated India’s expectations from the IMF and its leadership. Describing her as an old friend of India and outlining our strong relationship with France, he wished her well in her efforts to gain support for her candidature.
The French Finance Minister, Ms. Christine Lagarde called on the Union Finance Minister Shri Pranab Mukherjee today as part of her effort to seek support for her candidature to the post of Managing Director, IMF.
During her talks, she outlined her vision for reforms that IMF needs to undertake and the role it can play in addressing the current challenges confronting the world economy including G-20 matters.Ms. Lagarde conveyed to the Finance Minister that her conviction is that the IMF should reflect current global economic realities and there is need for greater voice for the emerging market developing countries in all the significant issues that the world today confronts.
The Finance Minister Shri Pranab Mukherjee exchanged views with her on the above issues and also indicated India’s expectations from the IMF and its leadership. Describing her as an old friend of India and outlining our strong relationship with France, he wished her well in her efforts to gain support for her candidature.
Egyptian tourism see recovery in tourism
Nksagar Sagar Media Inc: New Delhi, June 6 2011:Egyptian tourism and Egypt Air see recovery in tourism and air traffic post political unrest.- increase baggage allowance to woo tourists - In order to woo tourists travel to Egypt post their democratic movement in January, 2011, Egypt-air has doubled its baggage allowance for its international and domestic passengers. With this, Egyptair becomes one of the very few airlines in the world to allow two checked in bags free of charge on both its international and domestic sectors.
This was announced by Mr Medhat Nabil, General Manager Egyptair and Mr Adel EL Masry, Director Egyptian Tourism Office in India following the decision taken by the airline in Egypt . Commenting on the development, Mr Adel El Masy said, “Egyptian tourism has taken a toll in the wake of the recent political turmoil in the country. However, everything is behind us now and we are making all possible efforts to ensure that the country that has more than 12% of its GDP from tourism alone, does not further face any problems and extends all comforts to the visiting guests. With the baggage allowance going up Egyptair has ensured that tourists enjoy even the shopping experience.”
“Because of the recent political movement, the airline had lost its business considerably. This move will help Egyptair attract more and more tourists from all over the world and not only India , as people, when they travel abroad, like to travel in their comfort zone with all their personal articles on them. This will be one incentive to travel to Egypt as not many airlines allow such baggage allowance”, said Mr. Medhat Nabil.
Egypt Air currently has three weekly flights from Mumbai to Cairo . “We will plan to increase the number of flights as well in the near future as soon as the number of passengers to Cairo starts increasing. “With increase in baggage allowance, we are hopeful to coming back to normalcy very soon”, said Mr. Hussein Massoud, EGYPTAIR HOLDING CHAIRMAN &CEO in Cairo . He further added “Even internally, people feel safer traveling. We expect internal tourism pick up as well as a result of this endeavor. In spite of the increase of operating costs because of the soaring oil prices, EGYPT AIR has launched this new policy to support the Egyptian customers and to encourage the tourism traffic into Egypt .”
The new baggage allowance enables the economy class customers on all international flights to carry 2 free bags, 23 kilos each, with a total of 46 kilos. On the other hand, business class customers can carry two free pieces of baggage with 32 kilos each; this is in addition to one hand bag accompanied onboard with a maximum weight of 7 kilos on all classes.
Moreover, customers flying to any domestic destination in Egypt can carry one baggage with a maximum of 23 kilos on economy, 32 kilos on business in addition to 7 kilos to be carried onboard. EGYPTAIR Plus frequent flyers can enjoy additional benefits, as the gold card holders can carry an additional baggage with a maximum of 23 kilos. Further, the silver card holders will enjoy a 50 % discount on the third piece; this is in addition to other benefits such as the upgrade to a higher class, redeeming the points with free tickets, using the lounges around the globe, priority check-in and priority baggage handling.
Attracting tourist needs a strategy which includes a combination of factors like frequent airline connectivity both domestic & international, reasonable air fare, and benefits for the travelers which EgyptAir is assertively taking into consideration to increase tourist traffic in places such as Cairo , Luxor , Sharm el-Sheikh, Alexandria , Aswan which had suffered a slowdown during the democratic movement.
More information about the new policy is available through www.egyptair.com or through calling 1717 from any mobile, 090070000 from any landline in Egypt .
About EgyptAir:
Egypt Air is the flag carrier airline of Egypt and a member of Star Alliance. The airline is based at Cairo International Airport, its main hub, operating scheduled passenger and freight services to more than 75 destinations in the Middle East, Europe, Africa, Asia, and the Americas. An extensive network of domestic services is focused on Cairo, Egypt 's capital. Egypt Air is Africa 's largest airline, joining Star Alliance on 11 July 2008. The company is headquartered in the EgyptAir Administrative Complex on the grounds of Cairo International Airport in Cairo
About Egypt :
· Bordered by the Mediterranean to the North, and the Red Sea to the South East, Egypt is a diverse country full of hidden treasures.
· Synonymous with the legends of the Pharaohs, Egypt offers a warm welcome by its friendly people and has a rich blend of culture and cuisine – combined with abundant coral reefs and luxurious beach resorts.
· Egypt provides the perfect backdrop for those seeking guaranteed year-round sunshine, value for money, and the highest standards of accommodation and service.
This was announced by Mr Medhat Nabil, General Manager Egyptair and Mr Adel EL Masry, Director Egyptian Tourism Office in India following the decision taken by the airline in Egypt . Commenting on the development, Mr Adel El Masy said, “Egyptian tourism has taken a toll in the wake of the recent political turmoil in the country. However, everything is behind us now and we are making all possible efforts to ensure that the country that has more than 12% of its GDP from tourism alone, does not further face any problems and extends all comforts to the visiting guests. With the baggage allowance going up Egyptair has ensured that tourists enjoy even the shopping experience.”
“Because of the recent political movement, the airline had lost its business considerably. This move will help Egyptair attract more and more tourists from all over the world and not only India , as people, when they travel abroad, like to travel in their comfort zone with all their personal articles on them. This will be one incentive to travel to Egypt as not many airlines allow such baggage allowance”, said Mr. Medhat Nabil.
Egypt Air currently has three weekly flights from Mumbai to Cairo . “We will plan to increase the number of flights as well in the near future as soon as the number of passengers to Cairo starts increasing. “With increase in baggage allowance, we are hopeful to coming back to normalcy very soon”, said Mr. Hussein Massoud, EGYPTAIR HOLDING CHAIRMAN &CEO in Cairo . He further added “Even internally, people feel safer traveling. We expect internal tourism pick up as well as a result of this endeavor. In spite of the increase of operating costs because of the soaring oil prices, EGYPT AIR has launched this new policy to support the Egyptian customers and to encourage the tourism traffic into Egypt .”
The new baggage allowance enables the economy class customers on all international flights to carry 2 free bags, 23 kilos each, with a total of 46 kilos. On the other hand, business class customers can carry two free pieces of baggage with 32 kilos each; this is in addition to one hand bag accompanied onboard with a maximum weight of 7 kilos on all classes.
Moreover, customers flying to any domestic destination in Egypt can carry one baggage with a maximum of 23 kilos on economy, 32 kilos on business in addition to 7 kilos to be carried onboard. EGYPTAIR Plus frequent flyers can enjoy additional benefits, as the gold card holders can carry an additional baggage with a maximum of 23 kilos. Further, the silver card holders will enjoy a 50 % discount on the third piece; this is in addition to other benefits such as the upgrade to a higher class, redeeming the points with free tickets, using the lounges around the globe, priority check-in and priority baggage handling.
Attracting tourist needs a strategy which includes a combination of factors like frequent airline connectivity both domestic & international, reasonable air fare, and benefits for the travelers which EgyptAir is assertively taking into consideration to increase tourist traffic in places such as Cairo , Luxor , Sharm el-Sheikh, Alexandria , Aswan which had suffered a slowdown during the democratic movement.
More information about the new policy is available through www.egyptair.com or through calling 1717 from any mobile, 090070000 from any landline in Egypt .
About EgyptAir:
Egypt Air is the flag carrier airline of Egypt and a member of Star Alliance. The airline is based at Cairo International Airport, its main hub, operating scheduled passenger and freight services to more than 75 destinations in the Middle East, Europe, Africa, Asia, and the Americas. An extensive network of domestic services is focused on Cairo, Egypt 's capital. Egypt Air is Africa 's largest airline, joining Star Alliance on 11 July 2008. The company is headquartered in the EgyptAir Administrative Complex on the grounds of Cairo International Airport in Cairo
About Egypt :
· Bordered by the Mediterranean to the North, and the Red Sea to the South East, Egypt is a diverse country full of hidden treasures.
· Synonymous with the legends of the Pharaohs, Egypt offers a warm welcome by its friendly people and has a rich blend of culture and cuisine – combined with abundant coral reefs and luxurious beach resorts.
· Egypt provides the perfect backdrop for those seeking guaranteed year-round sunshine, value for money, and the highest standards of accommodation and service.
Monday, June 6, 2011
Indian Politics on black money : Ramdev issue
2011-06-06 07:45:19 - Nksagar-Sagar Media Inc: New Delhi :
Supreme Court issues notice to Centre on the forceful eviction of yoga guru Ramdev and his followers from Ramlila Maidan.Indian Politics on black money : Ramdev issue (PTI) Undeterred by his forceful eviction from New Delhi, Baba Ramdev resumed his agitation at his ashram here, saying the 'satyagraha' will continue till his demands on curbing corruption and black money are met by the Centre.
Baba Ramdev sat on 'satygraha' along with his supporters and disciples at 'yagyashala' of his Patanjali Yogpeeth late last night, yogpeeth sources said today.The yoga guru, who was bundled out of the national capital after police crackdown on his followers, tried to resume his satyagrah in Noida yesterday but was not allowed to enter Uttar Pradesh.He was stopped on the
border of Muzaffarnagar district at Bhuraheri police check post where the administrative officials asked him to return to Uttarakhand.Later, Baba returned to Patanjali Yogpeeth last night and began his fast.
Government spokesperson on Sunday justified police action to end Ramdev's agitation saying the Yoga Guru had violated the undertaking for permission and had even backed out on his assurances.Union Minister Kapil Sibal, explained that there were apprehensions about law and order situation in Delhi as Ramdev had collected 50,000 people for "political aasan" (manoeuver) although he had sought permission for a yoga camp for a gathering of 5,000 only. "It was not a Yoga platform, but a political platform. The law and order had to be enforced in Delhi. We did not want any disruptions in that," he told reporters.To a question, he said the party and the government were united on the police action."Absolutely 100 per cent. No such action takes place without 100 per cent unity in the government and the party," the minister said.He rejected BJP's allegations that the crackdown was reminiscent of Emergency. Sibal alleged that Ramdev was in league with the RSS as he referred to the presence of Sadvi Ritambhara in his protest. Speaking in the same vein Union Minister Subodh Kant Sahay said that discussions were being held with Ram Dev for more than 20 days and the government's intentions were clear on tackling the issue of corruption and black money.The Union Minister Kail Sibal said Ramdev was not a trustworthy person as he had "cheated" the government and also his followers."He reached an agreement with the government but did not tell it to his followers," Sibal said.He said government and Ramdev had reached an understanding as per which the Yoga Guru was supposed to announce calling off his strike by Saturday afternoon, but he did not honour the commitment."Despite assurances he did not make the announcement. We were in touch with him over phone. We waited till 5 pm. When he did not give statement we decided to go to press. We told him that," Sibal explained, referring to making public the letter written by one of his close associate. "If he backs out, how will we trust him," the Minister questioned.Congress leader Digvijay Singh justified the action against Baba Ram Dev. Mr. Singh accused him of inciting people despite striking a deal with the government for ending his protest. Mr. Singh also demanded an inquiry into the thousands of crores of rupees of property owned by Ram Dev. Senior party leaders held a high level meeting sunday evening at the residence of party president Mrs. Sonia Gandhi.Briefing reporters after the meeting, party spokesperson, Mr. Janardan Dwivedi said in New Delhi that the party discussed the current situation and decided to direct all the party workers to make people aware about the works done by central and party led state governments for people's benefit, so that the strategy of opposition parties could be foiled.
BJP to meet Prez on Ramdev demand sp session of Parl on Baba's issue:
(PTI) Slamming the Congress for "attacking" Baba Ramdev last night, the BJP today said the government has put a blot on democracy in the country.
"Home Minister P Chidamabaram has replaced General Dyer, who had massacred peaceful agitators in Jallianwala Bagh during the freedom struggle," BJP president Nitin Gadkari told a dharna at the Raj Ghat here.
"Yesterday's incident has put a blot on the democracy in the country. Do people not have rights to agitate? Chidamabaram is the new Dyer in the country," he said.BJP President also accused the Home Minister of playing a key role in the 2G spectrum scam, saying "this man has made a lot of money.
BJPis holding peaceful protests across the country against the crackdown on Baba Ramdev's agitation and to meet President Pratibha Patil to demand convening of a special session of Parliament to discuss the issue."We would seek the intervention of the President. We would meet her this evening. L K Advani had yesterday said that the BJP will demand a special session of Parliament to discuss the issue," BJP chief spokesperson Ravishankar Prasad said.Advani, Gadkari, Sushma Swaraj, Arun Jaitley were among a host of leaders who were at the satyagraha site at Rajghat.The BJP on Sunday launched an agitation against the crackdown on Baba Ramdev's supporters and asked the government to bring back black money parked abroad.
Section 144 of CRPC in New Delhi district:
In an effort to pre-empt any protest by supporters of Baba Ramdev, Delhi Police on Sunday imposed prohibitory orders in New Delhi district where such agitations were apprehended."We have imposed section 144 of CRPC in New Delhi district," a senior police official said.The decision to impose prohibitory orders came in the backdrop of some followers of Ramdev camping at Jantar Mantar after they were ousted from the Ramlila Maidan where their congregation was disrupted by a mid-night police action. The official said police anticipated protest at India Gate, Boat Club or Jantar Mantar, places which fall in New Delhi district. With talks breaking down, police swooped down on Baba Ramdev a little past midnight and detained him after firing tear gas shells and resorting to lathicharge on his supporters. The dramatic police action came after government and the 46-year-old Yoga Guru had accused each other the previous night of betrayal on mutual assurances.
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#PTI: Supreme Court issues notice to Govt on forceful eviction of Ramdev
Supreme Court issues notice to Centre on the forceful eviction of yoga guru Ramdev and his followers from Ramlila Maidan.Indian Politics on black money : Ramdev issue (PTI) Undeterred by his forceful eviction from New Delhi, Baba Ramdev resumed his agitation at his ashram here, saying the 'satyagraha' will continue till his demands on curbing corruption and black money are met by the Centre.
Baba Ramdev sat on 'satygraha' along with his supporters and disciples at 'yagyashala' of his Patanjali Yogpeeth late last night, yogpeeth sources said today.The yoga guru, who was bundled out of the national capital after police crackdown on his followers, tried to resume his satyagrah in Noida yesterday but was not allowed to enter Uttar Pradesh.He was stopped on the
border of Muzaffarnagar district at Bhuraheri police check post where the administrative officials asked him to return to Uttarakhand.Later, Baba returned to Patanjali Yogpeeth last night and began his fast.
Government spokesperson on Sunday justified police action to end Ramdev's agitation saying the Yoga Guru had violated the undertaking for permission and had even backed out on his assurances.Union Minister Kapil Sibal, explained that there were apprehensions about law and order situation in Delhi as Ramdev had collected 50,000 people for "political aasan" (manoeuver) although he had sought permission for a yoga camp for a gathering of 5,000 only. "It was not a Yoga platform, but a political platform. The law and order had to be enforced in Delhi. We did not want any disruptions in that," he told reporters.To a question, he said the party and the government were united on the police action."Absolutely 100 per cent. No such action takes place without 100 per cent unity in the government and the party," the minister said.He rejected BJP's allegations that the crackdown was reminiscent of Emergency. Sibal alleged that Ramdev was in league with the RSS as he referred to the presence of Sadvi Ritambhara in his protest. Speaking in the same vein Union Minister Subodh Kant Sahay said that discussions were being held with Ram Dev for more than 20 days and the government's intentions were clear on tackling the issue of corruption and black money.The Union Minister Kail Sibal said Ramdev was not a trustworthy person as he had "cheated" the government and also his followers."He reached an agreement with the government but did not tell it to his followers," Sibal said.He said government and Ramdev had reached an understanding as per which the Yoga Guru was supposed to announce calling off his strike by Saturday afternoon, but he did not honour the commitment."Despite assurances he did not make the announcement. We were in touch with him over phone. We waited till 5 pm. When he did not give statement we decided to go to press. We told him that," Sibal explained, referring to making public the letter written by one of his close associate. "If he backs out, how will we trust him," the Minister questioned.Congress leader Digvijay Singh justified the action against Baba Ram Dev. Mr. Singh accused him of inciting people despite striking a deal with the government for ending his protest. Mr. Singh also demanded an inquiry into the thousands of crores of rupees of property owned by Ram Dev. Senior party leaders held a high level meeting sunday evening at the residence of party president Mrs. Sonia Gandhi.Briefing reporters after the meeting, party spokesperson, Mr. Janardan Dwivedi said in New Delhi that the party discussed the current situation and decided to direct all the party workers to make people aware about the works done by central and party led state governments for people's benefit, so that the strategy of opposition parties could be foiled.
BJP to meet Prez on Ramdev demand sp session of Parl on Baba's issue:
(PTI) Slamming the Congress for "attacking" Baba Ramdev last night, the BJP today said the government has put a blot on democracy in the country.
"Home Minister P Chidamabaram has replaced General Dyer, who had massacred peaceful agitators in Jallianwala Bagh during the freedom struggle," BJP president Nitin Gadkari told a dharna at the Raj Ghat here.
"Yesterday's incident has put a blot on the democracy in the country. Do people not have rights to agitate? Chidamabaram is the new Dyer in the country," he said.BJP President also accused the Home Minister of playing a key role in the 2G spectrum scam, saying "this man has made a lot of money.
BJPis holding peaceful protests across the country against the crackdown on Baba Ramdev's agitation and to meet President Pratibha Patil to demand convening of a special session of Parliament to discuss the issue."We would seek the intervention of the President. We would meet her this evening. L K Advani had yesterday said that the BJP will demand a special session of Parliament to discuss the issue," BJP chief spokesperson Ravishankar Prasad said.Advani, Gadkari, Sushma Swaraj, Arun Jaitley were among a host of leaders who were at the satyagraha site at Rajghat.The BJP on Sunday launched an agitation against the crackdown on Baba Ramdev's supporters and asked the government to bring back black money parked abroad.
Section 144 of CRPC in New Delhi district:
In an effort to pre-empt any protest by supporters of Baba Ramdev, Delhi Police on Sunday imposed prohibitory orders in New Delhi district where such agitations were apprehended."We have imposed section 144 of CRPC in New Delhi district," a senior police official said.The decision to impose prohibitory orders came in the backdrop of some followers of Ramdev camping at Jantar Mantar after they were ousted from the Ramlila Maidan where their congregation was disrupted by a mid-night police action. The official said police anticipated protest at India Gate, Boat Club or Jantar Mantar, places which fall in New Delhi district. With talks breaking down, police swooped down on Baba Ramdev a little past midnight and detained him after firing tear gas shells and resorting to lathicharge on his supporters. The dramatic police action came after government and the 46-year-old Yoga Guru had accused each other the previous night of betrayal on mutual assurances.
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#Peaceful demonstration is a citizen's fundamental right - Shanti Bhushan
#Supreme Court issues notice to Centre on the forceful eviction of Ramdev and his followers from Ramlila Maidan #ramdev
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#PTI: Supreme Court issues notice to Govt on forceful eviction of Ramdev
Sunday, June 5, 2011
A letter to Ramdev from Govt:
PTI Reports that Government tonight sent a written assurance to Baba Ramdev on enacting law on black money and declaring it as national asset for which a committee will be set up.Toursim Minister Subodh Kant Sahai told reporters that the letter has been sent to the yoga guru and expressed hope that he would call off the hunger strike which began here this morning."A letter will reach Ramdev in next 30 minutes. It has a written commitment (on the demands made by him) and a clarification on the draft given to him by the government," Sahai said.
Asked about the content of the letter, the Minister said that the letter provides for a commitment on his demands."One issue remained and that was government will announce black money as a national asset, people guilty of corruption will be given exemplary punishment.
Asked about the content of the letter, the Minister said that the letter provides for a commitment on his demands."One issue remained and that was government will announce black money as a national asset, people guilty of corruption will be given exemplary punishment.
Saturday, June 4, 2011
Baba Ramdev demands at glance
"Our agitation not against any political party or individual. We are neutral, not being sponsored by any party or organisation and people from all castes and religion are joining us. We appeal to all parties to join us. We are erecting a special stage where representatives from all parties can come to put forth their point of view," he said. Baba Ramdev announced of launch of his fast against corruption and to bring back black money stashed by Indians in foreign banks from June 4. Baba schedule of fast to start his fast from 7 AM on Saturday and continue till 9 PM."My fast will start from tomorrow (Saturday)," he told a huge gathering at the Ramlila ground in central Delhi."Corrupt people have no religion, they are demons. All corrupt ministers should be given the death sentence." He also claimed that his agitation was neither "politically motivated or communal" nor he has any "underground agenda" as was being portrayed by some sections.
His demands with details are:
Baba said to the Centre on the issue of land acquisition and claimed that he had already demanded that the Government amend the Land Acquisition Act, 1894.
Demanding that education in Indian languages be given priority so that the poor and maginalised sections of the society also benefit is encouraged then it will help the poor and the marginalised gain access to good schools and colleges. They will also be able to get quality education.
He also asked the Government to set up the National Farmers Commission and to ensure that organic farming and the usage of bio fertilizers are encouraged.
Baba Ramdev said that the judiciary was burdened with crores of cases and so would not be able to handle corruption and black money related cases.
"Our courts have a backlog of 3.5 crore cases and corruption and black money cases are being heard by the same courts. We should have separate courts to deal with corruption cases and exemplary punishment should be meted to the culprits. They should be given death sentence. They should be hanged to death," he said while addressing a mammoth gathering at Delhi's Ram Lila Ground on Friday.
"The issue of corruption is not a small one. If the entire black money is brought back to the country, then poverty will be abolished and India will prosper. Indian currency will be stronger than the dollar and pound. India was once the leader in every sphere of the world. It was economically most strong and had rulers who were virtuous. India taught the world about science, mathematics, geography and the universe. Now our country is at the bottom of every development index and at the top of corruption, population explosion, poverty and crime. This country is number one in corruption, lack of education, faltering health care facilities," said the yoga guru.He called people like Hasan Ali Khan who have stashed black money worth several crores in foreign bank as the enemy of the country.
Ramdev said that the slogan of his movement is: "Remove corruption, bring back black money." "There is a movement against corruption in the entire country and the entire country is joining hands. Our agenda is to bring back the black money and the country be saved from corruption. People inspired by this movement are fasting tomorrow. It is our constitutional right," said Ramdev.
“Today in this country, a troop of 10 crore people are directly connected with me. They are connected not because of any religious leaning, but because I have made them aware of the reality. I have been fighting against this corruption for the last five years. I have come here after walking one lakh kilometres. Ramdev has not dropped suddenly from the sky. He lives on the ground and has worked his way up from the grassroots level”, said Baba Ramdev.
He added, “According to my calculation, around Rs 400 lakh crore black money is stashed outside the country. Our country should get the money back. This is no small amount. It’s not just my opinion; it’s also the opinion of those who study the economy… Whenever people adopt the path of truth, others call them mad. At least people are not calling me mad. And what I’m saying will be proved right. You’ll see in the coming days that people who have committed these sins and have betrayed the nation will be exposed.”
Digvijay Singh said, “Baba Ramdev is a business man and not a sanyasi.” He added audaciously, “If Congress was scared, Ramdev would have been put behind bars. There is no fear; that is why he is out in the open and there are discussions with him”. This is not the first time Singh has tried to belittle the Yoga Guru. A Christian Congress MP from Arunachal Pradesh called Baba a ‘Bloody Indian’. Then, Rashid Alvi attempted to insult Baba Ramdev by commenting on the huge preparations going on at the fast venue.
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His demands with details are:
Baba said to the Centre on the issue of land acquisition and claimed that he had already demanded that the Government amend the Land Acquisition Act, 1894.
Demanding that education in Indian languages be given priority so that the poor and maginalised sections of the society also benefit is encouraged then it will help the poor and the marginalised gain access to good schools and colleges. They will also be able to get quality education.
He also asked the Government to set up the National Farmers Commission and to ensure that organic farming and the usage of bio fertilizers are encouraged.
Baba Ramdev said that the judiciary was burdened with crores of cases and so would not be able to handle corruption and black money related cases.
"Our courts have a backlog of 3.5 crore cases and corruption and black money cases are being heard by the same courts. We should have separate courts to deal with corruption cases and exemplary punishment should be meted to the culprits. They should be given death sentence. They should be hanged to death," he said while addressing a mammoth gathering at Delhi's Ram Lila Ground on Friday.
"The issue of corruption is not a small one. If the entire black money is brought back to the country, then poverty will be abolished and India will prosper. Indian currency will be stronger than the dollar and pound. India was once the leader in every sphere of the world. It was economically most strong and had rulers who were virtuous. India taught the world about science, mathematics, geography and the universe. Now our country is at the bottom of every development index and at the top of corruption, population explosion, poverty and crime. This country is number one in corruption, lack of education, faltering health care facilities," said the yoga guru.He called people like Hasan Ali Khan who have stashed black money worth several crores in foreign bank as the enemy of the country.
Ramdev said that the slogan of his movement is: "Remove corruption, bring back black money." "There is a movement against corruption in the entire country and the entire country is joining hands. Our agenda is to bring back the black money and the country be saved from corruption. People inspired by this movement are fasting tomorrow. It is our constitutional right," said Ramdev.
“Today in this country, a troop of 10 crore people are directly connected with me. They are connected not because of any religious leaning, but because I have made them aware of the reality. I have been fighting against this corruption for the last five years. I have come here after walking one lakh kilometres. Ramdev has not dropped suddenly from the sky. He lives on the ground and has worked his way up from the grassroots level”, said Baba Ramdev.
He added, “According to my calculation, around Rs 400 lakh crore black money is stashed outside the country. Our country should get the money back. This is no small amount. It’s not just my opinion; it’s also the opinion of those who study the economy… Whenever people adopt the path of truth, others call them mad. At least people are not calling me mad. And what I’m saying will be proved right. You’ll see in the coming days that people who have committed these sins and have betrayed the nation will be exposed.”
Digvijay Singh said, “Baba Ramdev is a business man and not a sanyasi.” He added audaciously, “If Congress was scared, Ramdev would have been put behind bars. There is no fear; that is why he is out in the open and there are discussions with him”. This is not the first time Singh has tried to belittle the Yoga Guru. A Christian Congress MP from Arunachal Pradesh called Baba a ‘Bloody Indian’. Then, Rashid Alvi attempted to insult Baba Ramdev by commenting on the huge preparations going on at the fast venue.
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Foreign Tourist Arrivals and Foreign Exchange Earnings in May 2011
Foreign Tourist Arrivals and Foreign Exchange Earnings in May 2011
Foreign Tourist Arrivals (FTAs) during the Month of May 2011 was 3.69 lakh as compared to FTAs of 3.45 lakh during the month of May 2010 and 3.05 lakh in May 2009. There has been a growth of 7.0 % in May 2011 over May 2010 as compared to a growth of 13.0 % registered in May 2010 over May 2009. FTAs during the period January-May 2011 were 25.23 lakh with a growth of 11.5 %, as compared to the FTAs of 22.63 lakh with a growth of 9.5 % during January-May 2010 over the corresponding period of 2009.
Foreign Exchange Earnings (FEE) during the month of May 2011 were Rs. 5047 crore as compared to Rs. 4358 crore in May 2010 and Rs. 3249 crore in May 2009. The growth rate in FEE in Rupee terms in May 2011 over May 2010 was 15.8 % as compared to 34.1 % in May 2010 over May 2009. FEE from tourism in rupee terms during January-May 2011 were Rs. 29723 crore with a growth of 11.6 %, as compared to the FEE of Rs. 26622 crore with a growth of 27.4 % during January-May 2010 over the corresponding period of 2009. FEE in US$ terms during the month of May 2011 were US$ 1124 million as compared to FEE of US$ 951 million during the month of May 2010 and US$ 669 million in May 2009. The growth rate in FEE in US$ terms in May 2011 over May 2010 was 18.2 % as compared to the growth of 42.2 % in May 2010 over May 2009. FEE from tourism in terms of US$ during January-May 2011 were US$ 6598 million with a growth of 13.3 %, as compared to US$ 5822 million with a growth of 38.3 % during January-May 2010 over the corresponding period of 2009.
Foreign Tourist Arrivals (FTAs) during the Month of May 2011 was 3.69 lakh as compared to FTAs of 3.45 lakh during the month of May 2010 and 3.05 lakh in May 2009. There has been a growth of 7.0 % in May 2011 over May 2010 as compared to a growth of 13.0 % registered in May 2010 over May 2009. FTAs during the period January-May 2011 were 25.23 lakh with a growth of 11.5 %, as compared to the FTAs of 22.63 lakh with a growth of 9.5 % during January-May 2010 over the corresponding period of 2009.
Foreign Exchange Earnings (FEE) during the month of May 2011 were Rs. 5047 crore as compared to Rs. 4358 crore in May 2010 and Rs. 3249 crore in May 2009. The growth rate in FEE in Rupee terms in May 2011 over May 2010 was 15.8 % as compared to 34.1 % in May 2010 over May 2009. FEE from tourism in rupee terms during January-May 2011 were Rs. 29723 crore with a growth of 11.6 %, as compared to the FEE of Rs. 26622 crore with a growth of 27.4 % during January-May 2010 over the corresponding period of 2009. FEE in US$ terms during the month of May 2011 were US$ 1124 million as compared to FEE of US$ 951 million during the month of May 2010 and US$ 669 million in May 2009. The growth rate in FEE in US$ terms in May 2011 over May 2010 was 18.2 % as compared to the growth of 42.2 % in May 2010 over May 2009. FEE from tourism in terms of US$ during January-May 2011 were US$ 6598 million with a growth of 13.3 %, as compared to US$ 5822 million with a growth of 38.3 % during January-May 2010 over the corresponding period of 2009.
Friday, June 3, 2011
Mayawati announces new land acquisition policy
Nksagar-Sagar Media Inc: New Delhi:
Mayawati Government in UP on farmers' agitation, on Thursday announced a new land acquisition policy under which its role in acquiring land for private developers would only be that of a facilitator.The chief minister, who held a farmers' Panchayat earlier in the day to discuss their problems, announced that the new policy will be implemented with immediate effect.Facing flak over acquiring land for private companies, the government has decided that from now on, the developers would be acquiring land directly from the farmers.
The chief minister also said that such acquisitions could only happen with the agreement of 70 per cent of the farmers in a given area. In case of disagreement, the project would be reviewed, she said.
Giving details of the new policy, she said that in the affected villages where land has been acquired, the developer would have to construct a kisan bhawan as well as a model school.
The chief minister clarified that areas where land has already been acquired and compensation distributed to farmers including Bhatta-Parsaul and Tappal will be out of the ambit of the policy.
Mayawati said the new policy has been framed to safeguard the interest of farmers, adding that their suggestions during the day-long panchayat in Lucknow, would be incorporated in the government order.
Terming the new policy a historic one, she said efforts would be made to get it implemented at the national level as the Union government also plans to bring a land acquisition bill during the monsoon session.
She stuck to her threat of protesting outside Parliament if the Centre failed to bring a new bill in the monsoon session.
This policy is even better than the ones being implemented in Congress-ruled states like Haryana, she claimed.
Blaming the Opposition for instigating the recent agitations, she said that instead of putting pressure on the Centre to amend the existing policy, they enacted a "drama" in UP and created a law and order problem at some places in the state.
The chief minister said an assurance has been given to representatives from Bhatta-Parsaul that the government would compensate the damages.According to the new policy, Mayawati said that for purposes including National Highways, canals or other basic amenities, land acquisition would be through mutual agreement and farmers would get the benefits of state's rehabilitation and relocation policy.
For setting up power and other projects, private companies would be negotiating directly with the farmers with the government just playing the role of a facilitator.She said two options would be given to farmers, adding that they can either take 16 percent of the developed land along with annuity of Rs 23,000 per acre for 33 years or take cash for some portion of the 16 percent land.
Farmers would also have the option of taking a one-time payment in case they do not want annuity which otherwise would be paid in July with a hike of Rs 800 annually.
Exemption on stamp duty will be given to farmers, she said adding that one member of the farmers' family being displaced, would get a job as per his qualification in the company.
Mayawati Government in UP on farmers' agitation, on Thursday announced a new land acquisition policy under which its role in acquiring land for private developers would only be that of a facilitator.The chief minister, who held a farmers' Panchayat earlier in the day to discuss their problems, announced that the new policy will be implemented with immediate effect.Facing flak over acquiring land for private companies, the government has decided that from now on, the developers would be acquiring land directly from the farmers.
The chief minister also said that such acquisitions could only happen with the agreement of 70 per cent of the farmers in a given area. In case of disagreement, the project would be reviewed, she said.
Giving details of the new policy, she said that in the affected villages where land has been acquired, the developer would have to construct a kisan bhawan as well as a model school.
The chief minister clarified that areas where land has already been acquired and compensation distributed to farmers including Bhatta-Parsaul and Tappal will be out of the ambit of the policy.
Mayawati said the new policy has been framed to safeguard the interest of farmers, adding that their suggestions during the day-long panchayat in Lucknow, would be incorporated in the government order.
Terming the new policy a historic one, she said efforts would be made to get it implemented at the national level as the Union government also plans to bring a land acquisition bill during the monsoon session.
She stuck to her threat of protesting outside Parliament if the Centre failed to bring a new bill in the monsoon session.
This policy is even better than the ones being implemented in Congress-ruled states like Haryana, she claimed.
Blaming the Opposition for instigating the recent agitations, she said that instead of putting pressure on the Centre to amend the existing policy, they enacted a "drama" in UP and created a law and order problem at some places in the state.
The chief minister said an assurance has been given to representatives from Bhatta-Parsaul that the government would compensate the damages.According to the new policy, Mayawati said that for purposes including National Highways, canals or other basic amenities, land acquisition would be through mutual agreement and farmers would get the benefits of state's rehabilitation and relocation policy.
For setting up power and other projects, private companies would be negotiating directly with the farmers with the government just playing the role of a facilitator.She said two options would be given to farmers, adding that they can either take 16 percent of the developed land along with annuity of Rs 23,000 per acre for 33 years or take cash for some portion of the 16 percent land.
Farmers would also have the option of taking a one-time payment in case they do not want annuity which otherwise would be paid in July with a hike of Rs 800 annually.
Exemption on stamp duty will be given to farmers, she said adding that one member of the farmers' family being displaced, would get a job as per his qualification in the company.
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