`Let's discuss the N-issue, the missile issue...'
Pakistan Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif has offered to initiate direct, bilateral negotiations with India on the nuclear issue. He says this should begin soon, "tomorrow, if possible,'' and should be at a high level.

Monica sticks to her story
As expected, Monica Lewinsky did not tell her Republican inquisitors anything new on Monday that would enable them to get a better handle on President Clinton in the sex, lies and obstruction of justice charges against him.

Govt likely to hike diesel prices before budget: Pawar
Leader of the Opposition in the Lok Sabha, Sharad Pawar, said today that the Vajpayee government was likely to increase the price of diesel before the budget session of the Parliament.

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