BJP for devolution, against autonomy
The BJP today made it clear that while it was for devolution of more powers to Jammu and Kashmir, it remains opposed to autonomy.

Cronje changes line on Azhar, money
The Mohammed Azharuddin factor continued to come up during the King Commission's cross-examination of the sacked South African cricket captain, Hansie Cronje.

Jaswant's assurance to Moscow
The visiting Indian External Affairs Minister, Mr. Jaswant Singh, has vowed to resolve soon the problem of Russian pilots sentenced to life in the Purulia arms drop case.

Sri Lanka clarifies stand on LTTE
Sri Lanka today clarified that the LTTE could participate in a proposed interim council, to administer the embattled north-east, only if it entered the democratic mainstream and gave up violence.

Deal struck in Fiji
The gunmen holding 31 political hostages in Fiji and the country's military rulers struck a deal today that could end the captives' 36-day ordeal soon, negotiators said.

Graves damaged
Miscreants entered a Christian cemetery and damaged graves at Rajahmundry in east Godavari district of Andhra Pradesh yesterday, police said.

Stowaways sent back
The nine stowaways of Iranian origin, who had sought political asylum in Europe, were today sent back to Iran following successful negotiations with the international agencies.