Away from the precipice

Article Abstract:

The prime ministers of Pakistan and India met in a New York hotel in Oct 1998 to discuss peace. They agreed on a Oct 15 as the date to begin talks on the disputed region of Kashmir. They promised to put an end to fighting across their borders, open a hot line for instant phone contact between their offices, and launch a passenger-bus service between Delhi and Lahore. They also announced they will work to sign the Comprehensive Test Ban Treaty before year 2000.

Armistices, Kashmir (Region)

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The reluctant victor

Article Abstract:

Sonia Gandhi, the slain Indian Prime Minister Rajiv Gandhi's wife, always had a public life, but now she may lead her husband's party and name back to power. She successfully helped defeat the Hindu-nationalist BJP and Congress won three major states of Delhi, Rajasthan, and Madhyua Pradesh. Many predict that she will ultimately run to lead the country herself.

Political activity, Elections, Gandhi, Sonia

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A cowboy in India

Article Abstract:

India and Pakistan are on the verge of a nuclear war, but many in these countries die of starvation and commuting in these countries can be a lengthy and dangerous experience. India is experiencing an automotive population explosion despite 60,000 deaths from automobile accidents every year.

Boundary disputes

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