March 2002
Death of the Butcher of Bengal - 2002-03-29
General Tikka Khan, known as the Butcher of Bengal for his brutal crackdown on separatists in what is now Bangladesh, has died following a long…
Continued Media Censorship in Iran - 2002-03-27
The Committee to Protect Journalists reports ongoing media censorship and journalist arrests in Iran during 2001. Payman Pejman from Voice of America covers this issue.…
UN Summit for Eradication of Poverty - 2002-03-22
President Bush participated in a UN summit focused on poverty eradication, advocating for new foreign aid policies and requesting funding from Congress. Following the summit,…
Discovery of an Ancient City in Southern Italy - 2002-03-22
Archaeologists have discovered an ancient city in southern Italy that was destroyed by a flood over three thousand years ago. The city is comparable to…
Invention of Anti-Smallpox Drug - 2002-03-21
American scientists have developed a new oral medication for smallpox, derived from an existing injectable drug. This development is crucial as the smallpox virus poses…
The President of Pakistan Orders Police to Find Those Responsible for Attack on Protestant Church
A grenade attack on a Protestant church in Islamabad resulted in five deaths and 45 injuries, prompting President Musharraf to order a police investigation. The…
Collapse of a Large Ice Shelf
A 32 square kilometer section of ice shelf in Antarctica has collapsed, creating thousands of icebergs. This event is significant as it marks the largest…
Atal Bihari Vajpayee Warns of Hindu-Muslim Conflict
Atal Bihari Vajpayee, India's Prime Minister, has issued a warning regarding the escalating Hindu-Muslim conflict over a disputed sacred site in Ayodhya. Recent violence has…
Hindu Extremists' March in Ayodhya - 2002-03-15
Hindu extremists in Ayodhya held a peaceful march to support the construction of a temple at the site of a demolished mosque, avoiding direct confrontation.…
Nazi Beiglari's Report from Paris - March 14, 2002
On March 13, 2002, Nazi Beiglari reported on the collaboration of French ministries aimed at providing cultural assistance to Afghanistan and the initiation of travel…
The Eruption of Light in Iran's Artistic Works Has No End
An exhibition showcasing paintings and books has successfully brought the Iranian public closer to artists, highlighting the ongoing cultural engagement in Iran. This event underscores…
Indian Prime Minister Says Situation in Ayodhya is Under Control
Indian Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee announced that the situation in Ayodhya is under control amid tensions over a disputed religious site. Hindu activists plan…
Death Toll in Gujarat Clashes Reaches 500
Clashes between Hindus and Muslims in Gujarat have resulted in a death toll of around 500. The violence erupted after an attack on a train…
Increase in Casualties in India - 2002-03-03
Sectarian violence in Gujarat, India, has resulted in approximately 500 deaths, with ongoing clashes and military presence in major cities. The violence was triggered by…
Macedonian Police Kill Seven Men
Macedonian police killed seven men accused of planning attacks on key buildings and foreign embassies in Skopje. The deceased were described as foreign terrorists, and…
Exploratory spacecraft discovers extensive areas on the surface of Mars
The Mars Odyssey spacecraft has discovered large areas on Mars that likely contain ice, revealing significant hydrogen levels near the south pole. This finding suggests…