No doubt, Dr KK Aggarwal was a good physician. But I will remember him as an excellent human being who was dedicated to his profession, steeped in Indian traditions, and was ever ready to reach out to those in need and distress.
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...Full StoryIslamabad must first learn to live at peace with itself before it can do so with rest of the world, including New Delhi.
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...Full StoryTill date the neighbour's navy has named three of its war ships after the Tiger of Mysore.
...Full StoryThe Afghan President Ghani's frustration with the neighbour, despite him buying into its terms for peace, is evident.
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