Malaysian girl, 14, raped several times by classmates in school

KUALA LUMPUR – A Malaysian secondary school student was raped numerous times in her school canteen, field and classrooms for the last three weeks.

According to Gombak OCPD Asst Comm Abdul Rahim Abdullah, six classmates of the 14-year-old girl … Original source on Gaea Times at : Malaysian girl, 14, raped several times by classmates in school.

Shutdown in Kashmir to protest against verdict on Delhi blast

SRINAGAR – The Hurriyat Conference called for a shutdown in Kashmir Valley on Friday to protest against the verdict of a Delhi Court, awarding death sentence to three persons including two Kashmiris for their alleged involvement in the Lajpat … Read : Shutdown in Kashmir to protest against verdict on Delhi blast.

People who nap and dream perform better

WASHINGTON – Researchers have found evidence which suggests that successful study habits should include plenty of napping.

They found that people who take a nap and dream about a task they’ve just learned perform it better upon waking than either those who don’t sleep at all or those who sleep but don’t report any associated … Read more : People who nap and dream perform better.

Canada to release 1985 Air India ‘Kanishka’ massacre inquiry report in June

VANCOUVER – The Canadian Government’s Commission of Inquiry into the 1985 Air India Kanishka bombing will release its final report in June, just in time for the 25th anniversary of the terrorist attack that killed 329 people.

According to reports, a federal tender for …. Original article  : Canada to release 1985 Air India ‘Kanishka’ massacre inquiry report in June.

Seven policemen injured as mob attacks police station in Patna

PATNA – At least seven policemen were injured when residents of Ramdhani Road protesting the murder of a local man, attacked the Malasalami police station here with stones on Friday.

Vijay Kumar Yadav was shot dead by unidentified gunmen here this orning
Police resorted to a baton-charge …. Original article on Gaea Times at  : Seven policemen injured as mob attacks police station in Patna.

Uphaar cinema case: Delhi Court grants bail to Ansal brothers

NEW DELHI – A Delhi court on Friday granted bail to the Ansal brothers- Sushil and Gopal Ansal in connection with the 1997 Uphaar cinema fire tragedy that claimed 59 lives.

The bail was granted after both surrendered before the Court in a case of destruction of evidence in connection with the case.
Metropolitan Magistrate Geetanjali Goel … Original article on : Uphaar cinema case: Delhi Court grants bail to Ansal brothers.

Archie comics to have openly gay student character

NEW YORK – Archie comics will now have an openly gay student featured in its Riverdale High School.

For the first time in the 69-year history of the comic book, gay character Kevin Keller will be joining Archie and his gang.We’re trying to reflect society and we’re just trying to show … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : Archie comics to have openly gay student character.

Woman’s ‘Boobquake’ cleavage-revealing campaign to quash Iranian cleric’s claims

MELBOURNE – In a ‘busty’ bid to challenge an Islamic cleric’s suggestion that immodestly dressed women cause earthquakes, US student Jennifer McCreight has launched “Boobquake” campaign on Facebook-asking thousands to show maximum cleavage and shake the world.

Iranian cleric Hojatoleslam …. Original article  : Woman’s ‘Boobquake’ cleavage-revealing campaign to quash Iranian cleric’s claims.

US may use new weapons for quick strikes

WASHINGTON – In the coming years, President Obama will decide whether to deploy a new class of weapons capable of reaching any corner of the earth from the United States in under an hour and with such accuracy and force that would greatly diminish America’s reliance …. Original source  : US may use new weapons for quick strikes.

Pakistan army says militants kill 7 soldiers in an ambush near Afghan border

Pakistan army says militants kill 7 soldiers

ISLAMABAD – Militants ambushed a Pakistani army convoy traveling in a tribal region filled with insurgent groups focused on the war in neighboring Afghanistan, killing seven soldiers, the military said Friday.
The attack Thursday could raise pressure on Islamabad to wage an offensive in the North Waziristan tribal region, which …. Original source  : Pakistan army says militants kill 7 soldiers in an ambush near Afghan border.

Eurocontrol: Volcanic ash residue restricted to northern Atlantic

Ash cloud restricted to northern Atlantic
BRUSSELS – The European air traffic agency says airspace over the continent is almost completely free of any remnants of the volcanic ash cloud that caused massive flight disruptions over the past week.

Eurocontrol says the ash cloud is restricted to an area between Iceland and the northern tip of Scotland. …. Read the original article  : Eurocontrol: Volcanic ash residue restricted to northern Atlantic.

Court poised to sign death warrant for condemned Utah killer who could choose firing squad

Condemned Utah killer could face firing squad

SALT LAKE CITY – A condemned killer appears headed for a date with death in Utah that could see him sit before a firing squad and re-ignite protests over an antiquated, Old West-style of justice.
At a hearing Friday, 3rd District Judge Robin Reese will consider whether to sign a [..] Read the original article: here.

Vijaya Bank Recruitment: Results Declared

BANGALORE, INDIA (GaeaTimes.com)- The candidates who had given the Probationary Clerk recruitment examination of the Vijaya Bank can now check how they have fared in the examination as the results have been declared. The Vijaya Bank recruitment examination for the post was held on 7th February 2010 in centers all across the country. All …. Source article on Gaea Times at  : Vijaya Bank Recruitment: Results Declared.

Comedy Central censors ‘South Park’ episode after Muslim site’s threats

NEW YORK – The creators of “South Park”, Comedy Central, have confirmed that they have censored the show after a radical Islamic website had warned them that they could face violent retribution for their wrong depiction of Prophet …. Original article on Gaea Times at  : Comedy Central censors ‘South Park’ episode after Muslim site’s threats.

Pak Navy planning massive overhaul, new acquisitions to counter terror challenges

ISLAMABAD – The Pakistan Navy is planning a massive overhaul of its current fleet and would acquire several new ships and other hardware in order to effectively face terrorism and piracy challenges posed in the high seas.

Interacting with reporters on the sidelines of the … Read more »»».

Ruckus in Parliament over IPL-Gate JPC forces adjournment (Lead)

NEW DELHI – The Lok Sabha, or Lower House of Parliament, was adjourned for the second time in the day till 2 p.m. on Friday, following a strident demand by the opposition for a Joint Parliamentary Committee (JPC) probe into IPL-Gate.

Earlier, the House was adjourned … Original article on : Ruckus in Parliament over IPL-Gate JPC forces adjournment (Lead).

Save tigers campaign in Uttarakhand

HALDWANI – School students in Uttarakhand took out a rally here to create awareness about the dwindling number of tigers in the country and to save the forest areas.

Carrying placards and raising slogans, the students marched through the streets of Ramnagar in …. Original source  : Save tigers campaign in Uttarakhand.

Tourists flock to Manali to beat the heat

MANALI – School holidays along with soaring mercury across the country have brought thousands of tourists to hill town of Manali.

The presence of snow during all seasons is the main attraction of Manali for a country like India, where most parts are hot, with temperatures above 40 degree Celsius.
“We … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : Tourists flock to Manali to beat the heat.

‘Queer’ film festival in Mumbai

MUMBAI – in an attempt to improve the image of gay persons in a nation where homosexuality still carries a heavy social stigma, the first edition of the Mumbai International Queer Film Festival, titled ‘Kashish’, kicked off here … Original source on Gaea Times at : ‘Queer’ film festival in Mumbai.

CBI arrests Medical Council President Ketan Desai on bribery charges

NEW DELHI – The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has arrested Medical Council of India (MCI) President Ketan Desai and two others for allegedly accepting a bribe.

Desai was arrested late last night after the CBI conducted searches at his office in New Delhi following information that … Read this article on Gaea Times at : CBI arrests Medical Council President Ketan Desai on bribery charges.