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Francis still jailed in Afghanistan for 11 years

April 20th, 2008
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No stone left unturned in bid to secure son’s release
By : Diana Yeoh
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IPOH: A father’s love knows no bounds and in the case of Francis Karupal, he has left no stone unturned in his quest to secure the release of his son from a jail in Kabul, Afghanistan.  Sixty-year-old Francis’ life has been a nightmare since his youngest son’s imprisonment at the Afghanistan Central Prison 11/2 years ago. The retired hospital attendant has become a regular face at Wisma Putra as he tries to get the government to help bring his son home. Previous media reports had stated that Raymond Francis, 25, was accused of smuggling drugs and weapons. » Read more: Francis still jailed in Afghanistan for 11 years

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ISA detainee gets to visit sick daughter

April 20th, 2008
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I have to take back my words. I never thought that Vasantha will be allowed to visit his sick daughter in KL, but he did. At least a bit of compassion was shown. Hope the little girl will be lifted by her father’s visit and recover soon.

Vasantha looks a different person with the beard and all. By the way, he passed message that Uthayakumar is feeling better now with proper medication and food suitable for his diabetic condition. » Read more: ISA detainee gets to visit sick daughter

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less Tamil teachers in training

April 19th, 2008
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Reasons?

1. less people interested to apply

2. less people qualified

3. less places allocated

which is it? » Read more: less Tamil teachers in training

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No one supports Makkal Osai ban

April 19th, 2008
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So far, no a single person came out in support of ban against Makkal Osai. On the contrary, many were surprised, while the Indians I met were disgusted and angry to say the least. Surprisingly, even MIC boss Samy Vellu and Murugesan seem to be against it. Samy mentioned that “they can appeal”, perhaps hinting at what will be coming up next. Murugesan was more vocal. Even MCA did not mince their words. Again, this makes me wonder what were those MIC and MCA ministers were doing when this was discussed in the cabinet? Or was the ban not brought up at all? » Read more: No one supports Makkal Osai ban

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ISA detainee Vasantha’s daughter sick

April 18th, 2008
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I don’t think the emotional factor will sway the Home Minister. The situation is quite clear. Under no circumstances should the detainees be released.  Better still if they die due to some illness. I think that is the strategy now. If not, when some coalition partners ask for release and other partners do not object, why the Home Ministry not doing anything except saying still waiting for police feedback? As long as no order from the boss, nothing moves.  Vishaleny Ihave to wait longer. » Read more: ISA detainee Vasantha’s daughter sick

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