Nigeria’s President Buhari on Sunday denied claims that he had died and been replaced by a Sudanese impostor, breaking his silence on a rumour that has circulated on social media for months. Buhari, who is running for re-election in February, spent five months in Britain last year being treated for an undisclosed illness. One theory widely aired on social media – and by some political opponents – was that he […]

Stressing that India must follow a multi-disciplinary approach that allows students to learn and seek knowledge holistically, President Pranab Mukherjee on Thursday said that education must deepen their linkage with society and develop a scientific temper in them. “Our institutions must impart education to students that helps expand their intellect, form their character, instil in them a spirit of service and love for the motherland. It must equip them to […]

She won the election by leaning right on national security and left on the economy. Now comes the fallout AMERICA’S first woman president won last November by taking two large risks, transforming an election campaign that had seemed to be slipping away from her. One of those gambles, her hard-edged response to the Cuban-refugee crisis and post-Castro turmoil on that island, may yet pay off for her. The second, her […]

On the eve of 67thanniversary of our Independence, I extend warm greetings to you and to all Indians around the world. I convey my special greetings to members of our armed forces, paramilitary forces and internal security forces. I also congratulate all our sportspersons, who have participated and won laurels in the recently-concluded Commonwealth Games held at Glasgow. Friends: 1.Freedom is a celebration; independence is a challenge. In the 68thyear […]

Obama sent “congratulations and best wishes” on behalf of the American people to the people of India on the occasion of India’s 65th Republic Day. In a message to President Pranab Mukherjee, Obama said, “On this date, we join the people of India in celebrating its inspiring democratic heritage.” “Our partnership has always been guided by our shared values and interests,” he added. “I look forward to working with you […]