TOPICS : Neo-conservatives collapse in Washington and Baghdad Jim LobeFourteen months after reaching the zenith of their influence on US foreign policy with the invasion of Iraq, neo-conservatives appear to have fallen entirely out of favour, both within the administration of President Bush and in Baghdad itself.... 03 Jun, 2004
Export of iron-made goods to India increases Himalayan News Service Birgunj, May 16:Export of iron-made goods like pipe and zinc to India has increased this year in comparison to previous years. This year the export of such goods through Birgunj transit point has gone up almost by 60 per cent.... 16 May, 2004
BIZ BRIEFS Xechem, Alembic ink pactNEW YORK: Xechem International Inc, a biopharmaceutical company has signed a $3.6-million funding deal with Baroda-based pharmaceutical major Alembic Ltd. Xechem, which manufactures pharmaceutical products using plants and herbs... 16 May, 2004
Diego Maradona faces the final battle Agence France PresseBuenos Aires, May 11:Argentine football legend Diego Maradona faces the final battle to vanquish his demons and save himself from a life-threatening drug addiction, his personal doctor Alfredo Cahe claimed.Maradona, 43, has checked... 11 May, 2004
BIZ BRIEFS Labour approval sticker KATHMANDU: The ministry of labour and transport management has made it clear that persons going for work abroad should compulsorily take approval from the department of labour and employment promotion. The ministry stated that... 02 May, 2004
BIZ BRIEFS Accord to reform customsKATHMANDU: An agreement was reached between the governments of Nepal and the People’s Republic of China on April 28 on making mobile container scan/vehicle x-ray inspection system available at Birgunj customs within a year.... 30 Apr, 2004
TOPICS : Starting from square one, one year later Jim LobeOne year after invading US and British forces consolidated their control over Iraq, the US appears to be back at square one, if not in negative territory, over how to ensure that control in the short to medium term. The problem, however, is... 25 Apr, 2004
Messina in rehab NASHVILLE, Tennessee: Country singer Jo Dee Messina is in an alcohol rehabilitation program in Utah, her manager confirmed on April 23. She checked herself into a facility near Sundance on February 20, the same week it was reported that her engagement... Travel Abroad 24 Apr, 2004
For problem-free tresses Himalayan News ServiceKathmandu:Don’t believe that any product can achieve wonderful hair within a few hours. It usually takes a couple of weeks before you really can see a difference. Here’s how:Nourishment: Poor nutrition, hormonal changes,... Travel Abroad 10 Apr, 2004
BIZ BRIEFS NCC offers ‘Saving Plus’ KATHMANDU: Nepal Credit and Commerce Bank (NCC Bank) has introduced a special saving scheme ‘NCC Saving Plus’ for general customers, says a press statement issued by the bank. The scheme provides interest on the basis... 30 Mar, 2004
Support network in United States to empower Nepali women Neeta MaskeyWashington, March 8:In a message to Nepali women on International Women’s Day, a woman from the developed world writes, “You give me inspiration when life is difficult. Thanks for your liveliness and persistence.”The Educate the... Women 09 Mar, 2004
Hollering weapon for US troops in Iraq Agence France PresseWashington, March 9:The US military is about to add a new exotic weapon to its already impressive arsenal in Iraq. But in contrast to other armaments, this one does not shoot or explode. It screams and hollers.A defence contractor... Women 09 Mar, 2004
