10 more companies for Tripura
Left Front, Cong bandh today
NEW DELHI, May 22 — Ten additional companies of the central paramilitary forces, including four of Assam Rifles and six of the CRPF, will be rushed to Tripura in the wake of the recent ethnic violence in the state which claimed 45 lives.

Fiji President softens stand
Refuses to guarantee PM’s continuation
SUVA, May 22 — Fiji’s President tried to draw armed rebels occupying Parliament closer to peaceful surrender today, saying the current government might be replaced even if the coup attempt fails.