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The realization that right to information is a basic right dates back to 1948, when the universal declaration of human rights was passed.

Mass media has a prominent role to play in modern society. It can bring about radical changes and improve social situation as it influences our social, civil, cultural, political, economic and aesthetic outlook.

Transparency in governance refers to the absence of secrecy and mystery between the Government and those being governed. It implies that the Government shares as much information with the citizenry as possible

People have always enjoyed reading and listing to stories. There is something about people caught up in events which captures our imagination.

The higher you rise in your career, it is more likely that you will have to make spoken or written summaries.

A story is told of a young writer and old writer. The young writer was about to write his first article, and he was very nervous. The old writer told him not to worry.

Television is a gift of science and has become quite popular among people of all ages. It provides variety entertainment for all tastes.

Ask any person what he would be like doing. He would generally answer that instead of doing routine chores, like ironing, cooking food, or paying bills, or filing papers or decluttering house, or cleaning or dusting house, he would prefer to relax, or watch a movie, or read something interesting.

Reservations for SCs and STs were enshrined in India’s constitution but they were to continue for a period of 10 years. Now when more than 60 years have passed since the achievement of independence, there is no rhyme or reason why these reservations should continue.

Although India has made rapid strides in socio-economic development ever since the achievement of independence, the growth has been far from inclusive.

Our big cities like Delhi, Mumbai and Kolkata are developing faster than anyone would have expected. The authorities are out to make them huge financial and business centers.

All major companies recognize the vital role human resources play in business operations and expansion programs. Paradoxically, in times of recession manpower is the first casualty.

Logically, intelligence means evaluated information gathering, may be in detail with data or particular information or fact. It is sometimes called active data or active intelligence.

Since transparency involves sharing of information –meaning most decisions of officials, and important rules and regulations are in the public domain- it thoroughly reduces chances of corruption, nepotism, favoritism, and the like.

The second most important development with regard to increasing transparency in governance has been the emergence of eGovernance. eGovernance involves using the internet and information technology in the process of governance.

Indian troops marked 25 years of their presence on the Siachen glacier on April 13, 2009 Since the army made a pre-emptive move on April 13, 1984 to secure the glacier from Pakistani aggression under Operation Meghdoot, the Indian soldiers have endured the extreme tensions at frigid heights of over 21,000 feet.