Tasha Tudor Property Battle

MARLBORO, VERMONT (GaeaTimes.com)- Tasha Tudor, the famous illustrator-writer died 2 years back due to a stroke. However, the remains of her cremation was buried long after. Her children, who are not in good terms with each other fought for a long time on when and where her ashes should be buried. She died …. Read the original article  : Tasha Tudor Property Battle.

Dalai Lama loves China despite its ‘cultural suppression’ of Tibet

WASHINGTON – Exiled Tibetan spiritual leader, the Dalai Lama, has said he still loves China, despite concerns about Beijing’s ‘cultural suppression’ of his homeland.

When asked if he loves the Chinese, the Dalai Lama said: Certainly. We have to practice that. Sometimes you see …. Source  : Dalai Lama loves China despite its ‘cultural suppression’ of Tibet.

Arizona Great Dane enters record books as world’s tallest dog!

LONDON – A Great Dane from Tucson, Arizona, has made it to the record books as the tallest dog in the world.

Giant George, who walked into the Guinness World Records, measures 43 inches (109cm) from paw to shoulder and 7ft … Read more >>.

Court issues fresh non-bailable warrant against Sajjan Kumar, slams CBI

NEW DELHI – The Karkardooma Court on Tuesday issued a fresh non-bailable warrant against Congress leader Sajjan Kumar in connection with the 1984 anti-Sikh riots case and slammed the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) for its failure to arrest Kumar and others accused in the case.

Additional Chief Metropolitan Magistrate …. Original article  : Court issues fresh non-bailable warrant against Sajjan Kumar, slams CBI.

Jammu Sikhs protest beheading of Pakistani Sikhs

JAMMU – The Sikh Community in Jammu staged a protest on Tuesday against the beheading of two Sikhs in Peshawar by the Taliban.

They expressed their anguish over the treatment meted out to minorities in Pakistan.
They raised slogans against the Pakistan Government …. Original source  : Jammu Sikhs protest beheading of Pakistani Sikhs.

Now, Indians may face brunt of new ‘harassing’ Oz anti-terror laws on arrival

CANBERRA – Indians and other foreign travellers may now think twice about travelling, visiting or staying in Australia after that country’s government introduced new anti-terrorism measures in White paper today.

The government has not yet named the countries that could be targetted, … Read more >>.

Lincoln Tunnel Closure Upsets Traffic

NEW JERSEY (GaeaTimes.com)- Lincoln Tunnel, which is considered one of the busiest out bound tunnel, succumbed to a pothole which demanded immediate repair on Monday evening. Commuters had to face a lot of trouble as two lanes of the tunnel were closed and only buses were allowed to leave the city through the …. Original source  : Lincoln Tunnel Closure Upsets Traffic.

NGO Pearls Wave presents awards to women leaders in Mumbai

MUMBAI – Pearls Wave- Ek Leher (NGO) with the slogan Nari Shakti Ko Salam recently celebrated Pearls Wave gala award night to salute and celebrate Indian women against violence.

On this day, women from all walks of life came together. They were entertained, felicitated and honored.
It turned out to be an evening to empower women to …. Original article  : NGO Pearls Wave presents awards to women leaders in Mumbai.

New York terror suspect pleads guilty for plotting subway attack

NEW YORK – An airport shuttle driver, accused of hatching a plot to detonate homemade bombs inside New York’s subway system, has pleaded guilty to terrorism charges.

Najibullah Zazi entered the guilty plea deal after agreeing to cooperate with federal prosecutors in the Brooklyn US Attorney’s office.
The 25-year-old Afghan native told Judge Raymond Dearie that he …. Original article on Gaea Times at  : New York terror suspect pleads guilty for plotting subway attack.

Orissa’s Santhal tribals celebrate spring festival

BHUBANESWAR – Santhal tribals of Bhubaneswar performed traditional rituals to signal the onset of the Baha Bonga spring festival.

The festivities were hosted at the Jaher (shrine), at the foot of a Sal tree, and will go on for three to four days. Jaher is the centre of performing rituals and socio-cultural activities for the Santhal … Read more »»».

Pilot strike suspended, Lufthansa aims for return to normal but warns of flight irregularities

Strike on hold, Lufthansa flights still irregular

BERLIN – Thousands of pilots have gone back to work at German airline Lufthansa after a strike was suspended but the carrier is warning that it won’t return to its normal schedule until Friday.
Lufthansa said Tuesday that the “consequences of the strike will lead to continued flight irregularities in … Read : Pilot strike suspended, Lufthansa aims for return to normal but warns of flight irregularities.

Zardari’s drivers slip away during special training in US

ISLAMABAD – Five official drivers of Pakistani President Asif Ali Zardari, who had been sent to the US for a chauffeur-training course last year, have managed to slip away in that country abandoning their Government of Pakistan jobs.

According to The Nation, the Presidency had sent five drivers including Rafiq Khattak, Shakir Khan, Fayyaz Butt and … Read more »».

First Superman comic sells for 1m dollars

LONDON – A copy of the first Superman comic has been sold on the Internet for 1million dollars.

A private buyer bought the 1938 edition of Action Comics No 1, which was sold for just 10c when it was first published, from a private seller.
Stephen Fishler, co-owner of the US auction website Comic Connect, said it … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : First Superman comic sells for 1m dollars.

Lok Sabha adjourned over price rise issue

NEW DELHI – The Lok Sabha was adjourned till noon following an opposition uproar over the price rise issue.

Speaker Meira Kumar adjourned the House after the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) led Opposition said prices of vital commodities have gone up during the rule of the Congress led UPA government.
Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha … Read more »».

Prosecutors interrogate 51 senior Turkish officers in alleged coup plot

Prosecutors interrogate 51 Turkish officers

ANKARA, Turkey – Prosecutors interrogate 51 Turkish military commanders, including former Air Force and Navy chiefs, over alleged plans to destabilize the country by blowing up mosques to trigger a coup and topple the Islamic-rooted government.
It is the highest profile crackdown ever on the Turkish military, which has ousted four governments … Read more >>.

Abjure violence, commit to unconditional talks: Chidambaram to Maoists

NEW DELHI – Home Minister P. Chidambaram today asked Maoists to abjure violence completely and make a statement committing themselves to unconditional talks.

In a statement issued here, Chidambaram said: “I would like a short, simple statement from the CPI (Maoist) saying we will abjure violence and we are prepared for talks.”
“I would like no ifs, …. Source article  : Abjure violence, commit to unconditional talks: Chidambaram to Maoists.

General Deepak Kapoor calls for tie ups with global arms majors

NEW DELHI – Army Chief General Deepak Kapoor has said that the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) can collaborate with global arms majors to boost indigenous defence industry.

“DRDO can continue to undertake major projects and collaborate with global majors in this field without compromising on security and vital national interest. Global collaboration in building …. Source article on Gaea Times at  : General Deepak Kapoor calls for tie ups with global arms majors.

Prince William misses archery mark with and without blindfold

LONDON – Prince William took a back seat after missing his mark in an archery challenge – even without a blindfold.

The second in line to the British throne was invited to fire arrows at a target during his visit to a new training and rehabilitation centre for blind ex-service personnel.
The blindfolded 27-year-old was said to …. Source article  : Prince William misses archery mark with and without blindfold.

Hindus, Jews want EU to officially declare Roma maltreatment as “apartheid”

NEVADA – Hindus and Jews have asked European Union to officially declare Roma maltreatment as “apartheid” and then make all out effort to resolve it.

Rajan Zed, acclaimed Hindu statesman; and Rabbi Jonathan B. Freirich, prominent Jewish leader in Nevada and California in USA; in a statement issued in Nevada today, said that condition of Roma …. Read the original article  : here.

Jammu observes shutdown to protest Sikh beheading

JAMMU – Jammu is observing a shutdown Tuesday to protest the beheading of Sikhs in Peshawar, Pakistan.

Shops and business establishments remained closed. Traffic was off the roads, while several Sikhs held demonstrations raising slogans against Pakistan and the Taliban.
The call for the shutdown was given by the Jammu and Kashmir Sikh United Front.
The …. Source  : Gaea News Network.