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For these four nations, 2012 is worse than the Great Recession
The Great Recession of 2008/09 delivered the worst blow to the global economy since the 1930s. But in a few nations, 2012 is turning out to be worse than 2009 in terms of economic growth. Europe's debt crisis, the general slowing of the world economy, and domestic political troubles have played a role in undercutting 2012 growth for one or more of these four nations. Can you guess who they are?
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Women's history month: 10 women making history today
March is known as Women's History month, meant to recognize the contributions and progress of women across history and around the world. Women today are playing some significant roles, from making peace to crafting economic policy in the midst of a crisis. Here are 10 women who are making history, today.
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In Pictures India-Pakistan Cricket World Cup fans
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Terrorism & Security Separatist leader rejects India’s Kashmir plan
Hardline separatist leader, Syed Ali Shah Geelani, dismisses India's Kashmir plan to ease security measures as an effort 'to hoodwink the international community.'
09/26/2010 12:11 pm -
Global News Blog Commonwealth Games: India scrambling to quell outrage
An international outcry about India's preparedness for the Commonwealth Games has the country frantically trying to get ready before teams begin withdrawing.
09/23/2010 01:07 pm -
Global News Blog Commonwealth Games: a comedy of errors for India
The Commonwealth Games, hosted in New Delhi, have seen a string of embarrassing issues that could rub some of the sheen off this emerging world power.
09/22/2010 11:44 am -
The Monitor's View In search of a solution for Kashmir
Both India and Pakistan have ample reason to settle the longstanding dispute over divided Kashmir, which is boiling after a summer of violent clashes between protesters and Indian security forces.
09/14/2010 04:59 pm -
Pakistan accepts flood aid money from rival India
Pakistan's acceptance of a $5 million flood aid donation from India could be a confidence-building measure between the two countries. At home, critics may spin the move as 'a sign of weakness.'
08/20/2010 09:35 am -
Kashmir protests: Chief minister summoned to capital after 'Bloody Sunday'
Kashmir protests yesterday, dubbed Bloody Sunday, brought the civilian death toll to 33. Kashmir leader Omar Abdullah was summoned to New Dehli to discuss how to regain control, but he wields little influence with the young protesters.
08/02/2010 07:43 am -
Terrorism & Security WikiLeaks row puts Britain's David Cameron on defensive with Pakistan
WikiLeaks intelligence led Britain Prime Minister David Cameron to imply that Pakistan is 'exporting terror.' He is refusing to back down from the statement, despite Pakistan's quick rebuttal and criticism.
07/29/2010 09:15 am -
Terrorism & Security Indian Army deployed to quell deadly Kashmir protests
The Indian Army moved into the northern city of Srinagar to clamp down on clashes between police and protesters that left at least three dead Tuesday. Elsewhere along the India-Pakistan border Wednesday, crossfire killed three troops.
07/07/2010 09:54 am -
Why India embraces Sri Lanka's Rajapaksa in first postwar visit
Sri Lankan President Rajapaksa signed several deals with India during his visit this week, his first since quashing the Tamil Tiger rebels. He also faced protests from India’s sizable Tamil community over the wartime death of civilians.
06/10/2010 10:03 am -
Pakistan's Supreme Court OKs release of militant linked to Mumbai attacks
Pakistan's highest court today upheld a decision to release Hafiz Mohammed Saeed, whom India says masterminded the 2008 Mumbai attacks.
05/25/2010 01:38 pm -
India, Pakistan PMs highlight ancestral ties at SAARC meeting
The prime ministers of India, Pakistan met at the annual meeting of SAARC, a notoriously ineffective regional bloc. But it offered a rare opportunity to highlight the shared ancestry of eight South Asia nations that make up one-fifth of humanity.
04/29/2010 10:38 am -
Terrorism & Security India, Pakistan leaders may meet on sidelines of SAARC summit
Officials in India and Pakistan have indicated that their prime ministers will meet on the sidelines of the SAARC summit in Bhutan this week, though it is unclear if the meeting will go beyond handshakes.
04/27/2010 09:13 am -
In Brazil, will BRIC summit unify or reinforce their rifts?
While the BRICs are four emerging economic powerhouses (Brazil, Russia, India, China), post-financial crisis differences are creating problems, says some analysts. Will today's summit mend those rifts or widen them?
04/15/2010 01:50 pm -
India Maoist rebels kill 73 in major attack
India Maoist rebels, who claim to champion the poor, have been labeled the country's worst internal security threat, with 12,000 fighters and a presence in 22 of 28 states. A Tuesday massacre of 73 police officers is the worst in recent memory.
04/06/2010 12:33 pm -
India's 'education for all' mandate poses big test
A new law guaranteeing free education for all children ages 6 to 14 will severely challenge India's education system, which has long lacked sufficient funds. Slum schools sometimes outperform public schools, and teachers often miss class.
04/06/2010 12:13 pm -
In India, deadly backlash against freedom of information activists
Activists in India have been hospitalized or even killed as they tap the 2005 freedom of information act to expose government corruption.
03/10/2010 05:54 pm -
Global News Blog Women reservation bill: India sets quota for female lawmakers
The women reservation bill passed Tuesday night in India's upper house of parliament, setting the stage for women to hold one-third of all legislative seats.
03/09/2010 02:51 pm -
Discoveries Glacier melting a key clue to tracking climate change
Glaciers now occupy the center stage in the debate over causes and impacts of climate change.
03/03/2010 09:07 pm -
Terrorism & Security Saudi Arabia and India address terrorism in a rare meeting
During the first visit to Saudi Arabia by an Indian premier in nearly three decades, Manmohan Singh discussed terrorism, peace with Pakistan, and trade.
03/01/2010 08:45 am -
Terrorism lingers over India-Pakistan peace talks
Terrorism concerns loomed as India-Pakistan peace talks resumed Thursday for the first time since the November 2008 Mumbai attacks. Though India has seen little terrorism since, it pressed Pakistan on the topic and handed over three dossiers on suspected militants operating in Pakistan.
02/25/2010 10:25 am -
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Terrorism & Security US may equip Pakistan with drone aircraft, Gates says
US Secretary of Defense Robert Gates told leaders on his visit to Islamabad that all of South Asia faces instability if Al Qaeda goes unchecked in Pakistan.
01/21/2010 08:25 am -
The Vote Chaos in Copenhagen: behind the scenes at global warming summit
The UN global warming summit in Copenhagen presented a picture of confusion to the outsider. It appeared even wilder to reporters covering President Obama's trip from the inside.
12/20/2009 02:02 pm -
In Pictures Michelle Obama's fashion
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Ahead of Copenhagen climate talks, India softens its carbon stance
Just before Copenhagen climate talks open, major greenhouse-gas emitter India said Thursday it would aim to slow the growth of its carbon dioxide emissions over the next decade.
12/06/2009 12:00 am
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