Just spare my banker

Article Abstract:

The Grameen Bank of Bangladesh is undergoing hardship of its own after a devastating floods in Aug 1998 destroyed the security of more than 1 million borrowers who are unable to make loan payments. The banks is recognized for providing small loans of around $100 so clients can purchase items to become self-sufficient. Since 1983 the bank has loaned $2.5 billion to 2.4 million borrowers and has a default rate of 2 percent.

Banking industry, Social policy, Natural disasters, Bangladesh, Grameen Bank of Bangladesh

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'A free reign of terror

Article Abstract:

Christians have lived in India for about 1,700 years and have generally been a peace-loving and caring minority, but their institutions and churches have been under attack by Hindus since the election of the Hindu nationalist Bharatiya Janat Party (BJP). In some cases, priests were beaten, nuns were raped, and churches and schools were burned.

Behavior, Christians, Fires, Religious aspects, Churches, Church buildings, Hindus in India, Hindus

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Bloody reward

Article Abstract:

Issues fostering Pakistani and Indian conflict in the disputed region of Kashmir are discussed. Pakistan's military policy under Prime Minister Sharif Nawaz is examined, along with the likelihood of Pakistani withdrawal from the area in response to American pressure.

Pakistan, Clinton, Bill, International relations, Pakistani foreign relations, Indian foreign relations, Military aspects, Military policy, Prime ministers, Kashmir (Region), Sharif, Nawaz

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