Articles for 1999

Army pays tribute to Tashi Namgyal, who sounded Pak intrusion alert in 1999
1 day, 23 hours ago

Army pays tribute to Tashi Namgyal, who sounded Pak intrusion alert in 1999

India Today  

The Army paid tribute to Tashi Namgyal, the Ladakhi shepherd credited with alerting Indian troops about Pakistan's intrusion in the Kargil sector in 1999. “Fire and Fury Corps extends heartfelt condolences to the family of Tashi Namgyal - The first informant of Kargil intrusion leading to the War. Shree Tashi Namgyal is survived by a wife, two sons and a …

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25 years that were 'beyond all expectations'
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3 days, 23 hours ago

25 years that were 'beyond all expectations'

China Daily  

Editor's note: Over the past 25 years, the Macao Special Administrative Region has registered remarkable economic development and the practice of "one country, two systems" has achieved great success widely recognized by the world, showcasing great vitality and unique charm. First of all, no one predicted in late 1999 that Macao's gross domestic product would grow phenomenally and its per …

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25 years that were 'beyond all expectations'
Top News
3 days, 23 hours ago

25 years that were 'beyond all expectations'

China Daily  

JIN DING/CHINA DAILY Over the past few weeks I have been asked to summarize my assessment of the first 25 years of the existence of the Macao Special Administrative Region, and my standard answer has been "beyond all expectations". First of all, no one predicted in late 1999 that Macao's gross domestic product would grow phenomenally and its per capita …

China Portugal Hong Kong Dec Portuguese Macao 25 Years
25 years that were 'beyond all expectations'
Top News
3 days, 23 hours ago

25 years that were 'beyond all expectations'

China Daily  

JIN DING/CHINA DAILY Over the past few weeks I have been asked to summarize my assessment of the first 25 years of the existence of the Macao Special Administrative Region, and my standard answer has been "beyond all expectations". First of all, no one predicted in late 1999 that Macao's gross domestic product would grow phenomenally and its per capita …

China Portugal Hong Kong Dec Portuguese Macao 25 Years
25 years that were 'beyond all expectations'
Top News
3 days, 23 hours ago

25 years that were 'beyond all expectations'

China Daily  

JIN DING/CHINA DAILY Over the past few weeks I have been asked to summarize my assessment of the first 25 years of the existence of the Macao Special Administrative Region, and my standard answer has been "beyond all expectations". First of all, no one predicted in late 1999 that Macao's gross domestic product would grow phenomenally and its per capita …

China Portugal Hong Kong Dec Portuguese Macao 25 Years
25 years that were 'beyond all expectations'
Top News
3 days, 23 hours ago

25 years that were 'beyond all expectations'

China Daily  

JIN DING/CHINA DAILY Over the past few weeks I have been asked to summarize my assessment of the first 25 years of the existence of the Macao Special Administrative Region, and my standard answer has been "beyond all expectations". First of all, no one predicted in late 1999 that Macao's gross domestic product would grow phenomenally and its per capita …

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From the India Today archives (1999) | B.R. Ambedkar as a market-friendly economist?
4 days, 23 hours ago

From the India Today archives (1999) | B.R. Ambedkar as a market-friendly economist?

India Today  

April 14 marked the birth anniversary of one of the most remarkable and inspiring Indians of all time, a man who fought prejudice and discrimination all his life but scaled the peaks of intellectual achievement as few have done anywhere. Bhim Rao Ambedkar was more than an icon who gave pride, dignity, self-respect and political power to one sixth of …

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Veteran Spanish actor and Almodovar staple Marisa Paredes passes away at 78
5 days, 13 hours ago

Veteran Spanish actor and Almodovar staple Marisa Paredes passes away at 78

The Hindu  

Legendary Spanish actor Marisa Paredes has passed away. While she acted in 75 movies, she will be best remembered for the five films she starred in directed by Pedro Almodovar: Dark Habits, High Heels, The Flower of My Secret, All About My Mother and The Skin I Live In. She acted Spain's classic modern directors, beginning with Fernando Trueba in …

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In 1999, the end was coming for newspapers. But few were looking for the signs
1 week ago

In 1999, the end was coming for newspapers. But few were looking for the signs

LA Times  

Open a copy of the Los Angeles Times from Dec. 16, 1999, and it’s hard to imagine the indignities history had in store for this and so many other newspapers. When Staples Center opened that October, the Los Angeles Times Magazine published a lavish special issue. The cover of the Oct. 10, 1999, Los Angeles Times Magazine featured coverage of …

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Go at 25: The making of the coolest ecstasy-fuelled Christmas movie of all time
2 weeks, 1 day ago

Go at 25: The making of the coolest ecstasy-fuelled Christmas movie of all time

The Independent  

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‘Magnolia’ made me want to write about movies. Then Hollywood stopped making movies like ‘Magnolia’
2 weeks, 3 days ago

‘Magnolia’ made me want to write about movies. Then Hollywood stopped making movies like ‘Magnolia’

LA Times  

This is the story of a budding cinephile who stumbled upon an unusual film and resolved, insofar as any 13-year-old can set firm intentions, to spend the rest of his life watching, and writing about, movies. Read the stories Of the many thousands of movies and TV shows I’ve seen in my life, it’s fair to say that no first-time …

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Centre allocates Rs 199.9 crore for Hirakud, Satkosia tourism development
2 weeks, 4 days ago

Centre allocates Rs 199.9 crore for Hirakud, Satkosia tourism development

New Indian Express  

BHUBANESWAR: Acting on its promise of prioritising development of Odisha’s tourism potential under the ‘Look East’ policy, the central government on Wednesday announced a comprehensive action plan for nature tourism at Satkosia Tiger Reserve and Hirakud and allocated Rs 199.98 crore for the purpose. Each of the destinations will get Rs 99.99 crore for tourism development projects and some components …

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Best Airtel recharge plan with 365 days validity: Ideal for voice call users
3 weeks, 2 days ago

Best Airtel recharge plan with 365 days validity: Ideal for voice call users

India TV News  

Airtel, one of India’s leading telecom operators, which serves millions of Indian users offers affordable recharge plans for the customers. It will include 100 free SMS per day, making it a well-rounded choice for users who rely more on voice calls and messaging. 1,999 plan includes a total of 24GB of high-speed data for the entire year- making it just …

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'The Honorable Shyne' Offers New Insight On 1999 Diddy Shooting
1 month ago

'The Honorable Shyne' Offers New Insight On 1999 Diddy Shooting

Huff Post  

Sean Combs with Jamal Barrow at the 1998 Grammy Awards. I’m just saying that I maintained my innocence all this time.” The empathy audiences have for Barrow and the disgust they feel toward Combs will likely be what drives them to watch “The Honorable Shyne,” Disney-ESPN’S Andscape’s new documentary following the rapper’s rise, fall, and rise again that premieres on …

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South Carolina executes Richard Moore for 1999 killing despite pleas from former jurors
1 month, 3 weeks ago

South Carolina executes Richard Moore for 1999 killing despite pleas from former jurors

The Independent  

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Odisha Aced Cyclone Dana's Threat Through Community Participation and Advanced Preparedness
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Odisha Aced Cyclone Dana's Threat Through Community Participation and Advanced Preparedness

ABP News  

The article highlights Odisha's remarkable progress in disaster management since the 1999 super cyclone. The state's commitment to preparedness and community participation has resulted in a significant reduction in the impact of future cyclones. Odisha's experience serves as an inspiration for other states in India and beyond.

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Twenty-Five Years Later, Odisha Still Remembers the 1999 Super Cyclone
2 months ago

Twenty-Five Years Later, Odisha Still Remembers the 1999 Super Cyclone

Hindustan Times  

The 1999 super cyclone in Odisha killed nearly 10,000 people and affected over 13 million others across 12 of the state’s 30 districts. The disaster led to the formation of Odisha Disaster Management Authority (earlier Odisha Disaster Mitigation Authority), the first such body in India and later Disaster Management Act in 2005 and the state became a global example in …

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Incumbents' Success Rates in Maharashtra: A Story of Shifting Alliances and Power Struggles
2 months ago

Incumbents' Success Rates in Maharashtra: A Story of Shifting Alliances and Power Struggles

India Today  

Incumbents in Maharashtra have historically had a success rate of over 50 per cent, but the recent assembly elections have shown a shift in the dynamics of incumbency. While the BJP has demonstrated similar success, the prevalence of first-term candidates often surpasses that of their more experienced counterparts. The next Maharashtra Assembly election promises to be a fierce contest, with …

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25 years on, man cleared of possessing counterfeit US dollars
3 months, 1 week ago

25 years on, man cleared of possessing counterfeit US dollars

Hindustan Times  

MUMBAI: The sessions court last week acquitted a city resident who was arrested for possessing counterfeit US dollars 25 years ago. However, later, despite the prosecution’s efforts, which included issuing summons, bailable and non-bailable warrants and a proclamation, Joseph remained untraceable since 2000. The prosecution admitted that they had no conclusive evidence to verify the authenticity of the seized notes …

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For the first time, Pakistan Army admits role in Kargil War against India: ‘Soldiers sacrificed their lives’
3 months, 2 weeks ago

For the first time, Pakistan Army admits role in Kargil War against India: ‘Soldiers sacrificed their lives’

Hindustan Times  

Pakistan’s Army has for the first time publicly acknowledged its involvement in the 1999 Kargil War against India. Speaking at an event to commemorate Defence Day, Army Chief General Asim Munir honoured the Pakistan soldiers who had died in various conflicts with India, including the Kargil War, a topic that had been carefully avoided in official statements for over two …

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Pakistan army admits role in Kargil War for first time: 'Several soldiers...'
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Pakistan army admits role in Kargil War for first time: 'Several soldiers...'

India Today  

The Pakistani army has publicly admitted its involvement in the 1999 Kargil War against India for the first time. Speaking at an event in Rawalpindi to mark the country's Defence Day, Pakistan army chief General Asim Munir said several soldiers had laid down their lives while fighting the wars in 1965, 1971 and in Kargil in 1999. "Be it 1948, …

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IC 814: The Kandahar Hijack: The incredible true story behind Netflix’s new plane hijacking series
3 months, 2 weeks ago

IC 814: The Kandahar Hijack: The incredible true story behind Netflix’s new plane hijacking series

The Independent  

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Releasing Masood Azhar in 1999 was embarrassing for India: Former J&K top cop
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Releasing Masood Azhar in 1999 was embarrassing for India: Former J&K top cop

India Today  

Former Jammu and Kashmir Director General of Police Shesh Paul Vaid said that the release of terrorist Maulana Masood Azhar in exchange for hostages during the infamous IC-814 hijacking in 1999 was the most embarrassing moment for the country. Talking exclusively to India Today TV, Vaid expressed his frustration and anger at being forced to release Masood Azhar, the founder …

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Kunming welcomes back French artist
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Kunming welcomes back French artist

China Daily  

Visitors appreciate Viallat's solo show at the Contemporary Gallery Kunming. CHINA DAILY To let visitors better understand artists and art in France, the show establishes a space to illustrate important periods in France's art history and gives a special introduction to the art movement in the 1990s in France. At the conclusion, the exhibition presents some videos showing artists who …

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