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US Intelligence Alleged to Have Evidence of Ties Between ISI and Pakistani Militants
US newspaper quotes officials as saying US intelligence agencies claim to have evidence that ISI operatives may have helped plan bombing of India?s Embassy in Kabul. Pakistani, Indian and Afghan journalists discuss allegations
Source : voanews.com | 08-Aug-2008 01:04

India Becomes Hot Spot for Satellite Launches
Country's space program recently put 10 small satellites in orbit, all in one go, an achievement topped only by Russia
Source : voanews.com | 08-Aug-2008 00:49

Cyclone Nargis Underscores Challenges in Delivering Aid to Burma
In May, Cyclone Nargis devastated much of Burma, it also demonstrated weakness of international community in trying to deal with the country
Source : voanews.com | 08-Aug-2008 00:34

Swedish Composer Wins Official Olympic Overture Competition
Robert Wells says his respect for China's folk music helped him win opportunity of a lifetime; his theme for Summer Olympics will be played more than 1300 times during Games
Source : voanews.com | 08-Aug-2008 00:19

Bangladesh Says State of Emergency Will Not Be Lifted Before Elections
Government adviser says emergency measures will be eased to allow politicians to campaign properly
Source : voanews.com | 08-Aug-2008 00:04

Olympic Men's Football Tournament Kicks Off in China
US beats Japan 1-0, after second half goal by Stuart Holden
Source : voanews.com | 07-Aug-2008 23:49