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October 31, 2009 9:19 PM

70,000 postal delivery and collection staff in Britain remain absent

In Britain, as many as 70,000 postal delivery and collection staff have failed to turn up to work on the third day of their strike across the country. Today is the final day of the current three days of strikes but the Communication Workers Union (CWU) has announced two further strike dates. These a...

October 31, 2009 9:18 PM

Pakistan restore its clocks to original standard time

In Pakistan, clocks are being reversed by one hour at midnight tonight to restore original standard time of the country. The clocks were advanced by an hour on 16th of April to utilize more day light in a bid to conserve electricity.

October 31, 2009 7:40 PM

India supports Pakistan's fight against Taliban: Shashi Tharoor

Minister of State for External Affairs Mr. Shashi Tharoor, has said India supports Pakistan's fight against Taliban. He was talking to newspersons in Kolkata today after the observance of the 25th Death anniversary of Former Prime Minister Mrs. Indira Gandhi. Mr. Tharoor expressed hope that Pak...

October 31, 2009 7:40 PM

Iran rejects UN backed uranium enrichment deal

Senior Iranian lawmakers have rejected UN-backed uranium enrichment deal designed to ease concerns about Iran's nuclear program. The head of the parliament's national security committee, Alaeddin Boroujerdi, told state media today that the committee is opposed to the plan to have Iran ship...

October 31, 2009 7:26 PM

Typhoon Mirinae lashed eastern coastal province of Philippines

In the Philippines, the fourth storm in a month has lashed the eastern coastal province of Quezon, bringing heavy rain and winds to the region. Typhoon Mirinae followed a similar route to a September storm, Ketsana, and killed at least seven people and several others are missing. Mirinae, with winds...

October 31, 2009 7:26 PM

Famous Chinese scientist Qian Xuesen passed away

Famous Chinese scientist Qian Xuesen, dubbed as the "Chinese Father of Missile", passed away in Beijing today at the age of 98. Qian was one of the pioneers of China's space science. He played a leading role in the research, manufacturing and testing of carrier rockets, guided missile...

October 31, 2009 7:03 PM

George Bush advocates permanent seat to India in UN Security Council

Former U.S. President George Bush has strongly advocated permanent membership to India in the UN Security Council. Addressing Hindustan Times leadership summit in New Delhi today he said the possibility of a seat for India in the UN Security Council must be considered. He said India has arrived as a...

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