SST Controversy: Congress to Debate Supersonic Transport
Congress faces a vote on a 1971 SST program costing about 290 million dollars for two pre production supersonic transports. Proponents, led by Boeing and GE, argue it protects the aviation industry and balance of payments. opponents cite sonic booms noise pollution and uncertain costs.
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Punjab MLA switches sides three times in one day
Basant Singh, the lone Swatantra party member in the Punjab assembly, shifts allegiance thrice in a single day during a political crisis. He first supports Chief Minister Gurnam Singh, then declares neutrality, and finally says he has joined the opposition.
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