US sings India-friendly tune
A key Clinton administration official, Rick Inderfurth, has said the United States hoped to define a new partnership with India, possibly matching its ties with China in the economic sphere in the long run.

Minority panel, Keshubhai trade charges
The National Minorities Commission is of the view that the recent attacks on Christians in Gujarat were organised and the State government had failed to protect them.

White House wraps up Clinton defence
US Senators were to kick off up to 16 hours of questions for defence and prosecution on Friday, as the impeachment of President Bill Clinton nears a crucial vote.

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