News (23-04-2012)

The Hindu

National:

1. It's a catch-22 situation for high-ranking officials in Maoist areas
2. Desperation drives Maoists to terrorism, says CRPF chief

International:

1. China begins crack down on terror in areas bordering PoK
2. Afghan-U.S. strategic partnership pact
3. Disappearances, killings trigger concern in Bangladesh

India & The World:

1. EU battles pirates off Somalia coast, Indian Ocean
2. “A number of countries” not approving IMF quota reform, says Pranab
3. Vested interests in India playing up military threat: Chinese daily

S&T, Environment, Defence:

1. RISAT-1 all set for launch at Sriharikota
2. IONS gearing to tackle piracy
3. Six scientists of Indian origin elected Fellows of Royal Society
4. Agni-V trials in final configuration to begin early next year

Editorials & Articles:

1. In Kashmir, some hot potatoes
2. Don't shoot the messenger
3. Do not let Agni V's shock and awe endanger Asian stability