The fight for transparency
This is the battle for accountability. After Rajasthan, Tamil Nadu and Goa, it is Maharashtra's turn as Anna Hazare campaigns for the right to information.



China, India sign WTO pact, talks with EU
China and India on Tuesday signed an agreement on China's entry into the World Trade Organisation (WTO) amid China's ongoing WTO talks with the European Union, the Chinese side confirmed.



CVC asks officials to make submissions
Central Vigilance Commission (CVC) on Tuesday called for written submissions from serving defence officials and others who may have "information or suggestions" regarding major defence deals since 1985-86.



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