Kashmir Shaken By Violence

JAMMU & KASHMIR (GaeaTimes.com)- On Friday Kashmir witnessed mass violence in which many were injured and two men were killed. The Indian paramilitary forces resorted to firing to control the enraged anti-India protesters who started stone pelting their cars. The ghastly incident happened at Sopore which is 31 miles away from Srinagar. …. Original article  : Kashmir Shaken By Violence.

Chhattisgarh seeks central funds for Maoist-hit districts

RAIPUR – Chhattisgarh has sought Rs.4,553.17 crore from the Planning Commission for integrated development of seven districts hit by Maoist violence, an official said Saturday.

The finance and planning department has sent a proposal for development of Bastar region’s five districts — Kanker, Bastar, Narayanpur, Bijapur and Dantewada — besides Rajnandgaon district in the state’s west …. Source  : Chhattisgarh seeks central funds for Maoist-hit districts.

Allahabad High Court Probe Order

ALLAHABAD, INDIA (GaeaTimes.com)- The Allahabad High Court wrapped the state government for a petition filed by a person who lashed out at her father-in-law for causing harassment to him. The father-in-law who used to be a judge, has also been accused by him of getting the family members mired in a false dowry …. Source article  : Allahabad High Court Probe Order.

Kabul blast an accident (Second Lead)

KABUL – An explosion that rocked Kabul Saturday was caused by the accidental detonation of a mine, the NATO-led International Security Assistance Force (ISAF) said, defusing fears of a terror attack.

“All we know is that an anti-personnel mine was detonated while it was being carried by an Afghan National Army vehicle,” an ISAF spokesman said. …. Source  : Gaea News Network.

Explosion hits Kabul embassy quarter

KABUL – An explosion rocked Kabul Saturday morning, but there were no immediate reports of casualties, a government spokesman said.

The explosion took place close to the Chinese embassy and a UN office, said Zamarai Bashary, a spokesman for the interior ministry. There were no reports of casualties.
The blast, which occurred on the same road …. Source article on Gaea Times at  : Explosion hits Kabul embassy quarter.

Explosion in Kabul

KABUL – An explosion, caused by a suicide bomber, took place near the foreign ministry here Saturday, an official said.

“The explosion was a suicide attack and took place on the road leading to the foreign ministry,” Xinhua reported quoting a security official.
The foreign ministry is situated next to the Presidential Palace.
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ULFA intelligence network busted, three held

GUWAHATI – Security forces Saturday killed an ULFA militant and busted one of its intelligence networks by arresting three college student members, officials said.

Police said the three militants were tech savvy and worked for Paresh Baruah, the elusive commander-in-chief of the United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA).
They were entrusted with sending e-mails and fax … Original source on Gaea Times at : ULFA intelligence network busted, three held.

Pakistani terror suspects held at South Africa border

JOHANNESBURG – Zimbabwe police arrested two Pakistani citizens on suspicion of terrorism when they attempted to cross the border into South Africa, news reports said Saturday.

At least one of the men was wanted by Interpol in connection with terrorist activities, South African radio said.
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Malaysia’s government reverses decision to let non-Muslims bet on sports after criticism

Malaysia nixes sports betting for non-Muslims

KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia – Malaysia’s government scrapped a plan to let non-Muslims bet on international sports, bowing to public criticism that it would promote gambling.
Prime Minister Najib Razak announced authorities have revoked their approval for Ascot Sports, a company linked to Malaysian billionaire Vincent Tan, to run betting on sports.
“After …. Source article on Gaea Times at  : Malaysia’s government reverses decision to let non-Muslims bet on sports after criticism.

Ex-Boston firefighter sentenced to 8 months for role in growing marijuana found in Maine home

Ex-Boston firefighter sentenced for growing pot

PORTLAND, Maine – A former Boston firefighter has been sentenced to eight months in prison after admitting that he grew more than 100 pot plants that were seized from his Maine home in a federal drug raid.
U.S. Attorney Paula Silsby says 32-year-old Sean Berte also will face three years of … Read this article on Gaea Times at : Ex-Boston firefighter sentenced to 8 months for role in growing marijuana found in Maine home.

Reality TV producer Beresford-Redman challenges extradition request in Mexico courts

TV producer challenges extradition in Mexico

CANCUN, Mexico – Prosecutors say lawyers for a reality TV producer accused of murdering his wife in Mexico have filed a legal challenge there to try to block his extradition.
Mexico has requested Bruce Beresford-Redman’s extradition from the United States. The appeal asks a higher court to consider whether the underlying …. Original source  : Reality TV producer Beresford-Redman challenges extradition request in Mexico courts.

Peru judge rules Van der Sloot confession valid in murder case

Peru judge rules Van der Sloot confession valid

LIMA, Peru – A Peruvian judge on Friday denied a defense motion to void the confession of Joran van der Sloot in the murder of a 21-year-old Lima student because the attorney representing him at the time was state-appointed.
Superior Court Judge Wilder Casique rejected the habeus corpus motion …. Source article  : Peru judge rules Van der Sloot confession valid in murder case.

Publicly funded elections starting in Hawaii despite potential legal questions

Big Island launching publicly funding elections

HONOLULU – Hawaii is moving forward with its test run of publicly funded political campaigns this election year, despite a recent U.S. Supreme Court ruling against a similar setup in Arizona.
The state’s experiment with publicly funded elections starts with this fall’s Hawaii County Council contest, where 16 candidates applied to … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : Publicly funded elections starting in Hawaii despite potential legal questions.

Set to face former team for first time, Johan Santana expects ‘intense’ matchup with Twins

Johan Santana expects ‘intense’ matchup with Twins

NEW YORK – Johan Santana wandered over behind the batting cage, hugged Minnesota manager Ron Gardenhire and chatted with old buddy Francisco Liriano. A couple of Twins coaches stopped by, and Joe Mauer patted the pitcher on his back as he ran past.
Santana and his ex-teammates were all smiles … Read more »».

10 militants killed in Afghan clash

Kabul, June 26 (IANS/AKI) Ten Taliban fighters, including two Pakistanis, and a police commander were killed in a gun battle in southwest Afghanistan, an official said.

The clash erupted in Nimroz province when about 60 Taliban, including their Pakistani fellows, attacked a police checkpoint in the Chakhansoor district early Friday, provincial police chief, Abdul Jabbar Pordili, …. Original article on Gaea Times at  : 10 militants killed in Afghan clash.

Police nab alleged top figure in Mexico’s powerful Sinaloa drug cartel

Mexico nabs alleged Sinaloa cartel leader
TIJUANA, Mexico – Police in the border city of Mexicali have arrested a purported top figure in Mexico’s powerful Sinaloa drug cartel, authorities said Friday.

Baja California state police arrested Manuel Garibay on Thursday while he was driving in Mexicali, across from Calexico, California, the state public security department said in …. Original article  : Police nab alleged top figure in Mexico’s powerful Sinaloa drug cartel.

Taliban behead 11 Afghan civilians

Tirinkot (Afghanistan), June 26 (IANS/AKI) Decapitated bodies of 11 people abducted by Taliban were found in Afghanistan’s restive central Uruzgan province Friday, an official said.

The bodies were found in the Baghchar area of Khas Uruzgan district, where a Taliban commander, Juma Khan, was killed last month during a clash with international forces, deputy police chief … Read more >>.

One year after Michael Jackson’s death, fans hold tributes, father files suit against doctor

Jackson: A tribute from fans, a lawsuit from dad

LOS ANGELES – On the day Michael Jackson’s fans paid their respects with tears, tributes, songs and dance, Jackson’s father filed a wrongful death lawsuit against the doctor charged with giving his son a lethal dose of drugs.
Joe Jackson’s visit to a federal courtroom in Los Angeles, …. Source  : Gaea News Network.

Former California Assembly Speaker Nunez’s son gets 16-year term for San Diego manslaughter

Son of former Calif Assembly speaker is sentenced

SAN DIEGO – A judge has sentenced the son of former California Assembly Speaker Fabian Nunez to 16 years in prison for the fatal stabbing of a San Diego college student.
Esteban Nunez and co-defendant Ryan Jett were given the maximum sentence for voluntary manslaughter Friday.
Prosecutors say the 21-year-old …. Source article  : Former California Assembly Speaker Nunez’s son gets 16-year term for San Diego manslaughter.

APNewsBreak: Mexican boy killed by Border Patrol agents was among most wanted teen smugglers

Teen shot by Border Patrol had smuggling arrests

EL PASO, Texas – A 15-year-old Mexican boy shot and killed by a U.S. Border Patrol agent was among El Paso’s most wanted juvenile immigrant smugglers, according to federal arrest records reviewed by The Associated Press.
The records show Sergio Adrian Hernandez Huereca had been arrested at least four …. Source  : Gaea News Network.