Bodhisattva Banerji
Digital Journalist based in Calcutta, West Bengal, India.
Joined on Oct 30, 2008
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Swat, in Pakistan, it seems has not seen much peace even though there was 'peace rally', today. As the reports suggest, a reporter from a leading Pakistani television channel was shot dead on Wednesday.
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A large part in New South Wales, Australia, has been flooded and declared as disaster zones. Some of the important towns that have been flooded includes Coffs Harbour, Bellingen and Kempsey.
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A wave of protest from Facebook users around the world has compelled Facebook to undo its planned change regarding its Terms of Service and how it collects and stores users' data. The site has now made it clear that controversial changes will be reversed.
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Even as the NATO powers as well as a major section of the countries throughout the world expressed concerns over the alleged 'buying of peace' by Pakistan government in Swat valley, thousands of people carried out procession to uphold the peace.
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The family of killed British teenager Scarlett Keeling has plans for planting 100 trees in her memory. The investigations however, was not reportedly able to make much headway.
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In an important development, students of an Indian university have developed a nano satellite. The satellite is set to offer a completely new impetus in the space research.
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In a horrific instance, an Australian woman has reportedly been subjected to a 7-hour rape ordeal in Edinburgh. Strangely enough, the incident took place in broad daylight after snatching the woman from streets.
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Indian media and the entertainment industry is all set to reach a whopping $21B industry within four years. Some recent studies revealed the figures that is turning Indian media into a truly mammoth force.
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Creating a world record of sorts, the Telstra has announced a network speed of 21Mbps. The consumers will be able to avail the feature from the next month the USB modem arrives in the market.
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China considers that keeping a relationship with the Khmer Rouge was nothing other than a normal 'diplomatic relationship'. Hence, the nation continued defending her ties with the Khmer Rouge as the trial of a former commander of Khmer Rouge is underway.
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Even as the fresh rumors of Pakistan setting-free some hardcore Taliban men in getting the Chinese engineer back unhurt, the China offered a qualified support to the country. The support arrives just a few days before the Pakistani president visits China.
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North Korea received a stern warning from the Mrs. Hillary Clinton on her missile practices. According to the new Secretary of State of United States, the balance and harmony infuse her country's role in the world.
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First trial of a Khmer Rouge leader began in Cambodia. According to news reports the special United Nations as well as Cambodia tribunal will try the former leader.
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In Madagascar, the troops continue fighting the anti-government protesters. The clash has been reported from various parts from the capital city.
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In a desperate bid to pacify its beleaguered Swat valley as well as take out the steam from Taliban movement in the region, the Pakistani authority invoked a stricter version of Islamic law in the region.
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One more and perhaps an accurate biomarker for prostate cancer has been found by the latest study. The scientists of two premier institutes have found one more powerful indicator of prostate cancer.
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After a prolong span of 6 months the Pakistani militants have finally set free a Chinese engineer. Chinese embassy in Islamabad confirmed his release and stated that he would return home, soon.
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Asian economy received another jolt with the news of Japanese economy getting shrank in its fastest since 1974. There are reports, that Japan's dependence on exports will bring further bad news to the economy.
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Emergency workers dramatically rescued an Indian worker from a burning crane in Abu Dhabi. Ashok Kumar, the Indian national, aged 32, emerged from the ordeal, unhurt.
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In a notable development Hugo Chavez, the Venezuelan president, won the referendum that will allow him to be in the chair as long as he keeps defeating his opponents.
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