Act by talking
Hastening slowly. That seems to sum up the Indian government's approach to the hijacking of flight IC 814. Indeed, it has very little choice in the matter.



Century of reason
When knowledge is extended, the world becomes sincere," wrote Confucius centuries ago. Its sincerity may be in considerable doubt, but the world that bids goodbye to the twentieth century can indulge in a pat on the back for the wealth.



After the blaze
For the last year I have been meeting her at Delhi's Patiala Courts. I have seen her studying the files of her case diligently. She ensures that the members of the aggrieved party are present at each hearing at the court.



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