Independence Day Marks New Beginning For Taj Hotels

MUMBAI, INDIA (GaeaTimes.com)- The heritage wing of the iconic Taj Hotels in Mumbai, which witnessed widespread carnage in the terrorist attacks of 2008, is all set to make a comeback on Sunday when it will be re-opened once again. The heritage wing of the luxury hotel would be welcoming the guests from this weekend …. Read the original article  : Independence Day Marks New Beginning For Taj Hotels.

India could face another terror attack: US

NEW DELHI/WASHINGTON – In a “Worldwide Caution” issued Thursday, the US State Department has warned that terrorist groups in South and Central Asia, including in India and Pakistan, may be planning attacks in the region, possibly against US government facilities, citizens or its interests.

“In India there is a continuing threat of terrorism as attacks …. Original article  : India could face another terror attack: US.

John Terry ‘accuses Vanessa Perroncel of trying to cash in on scandal’

LONDON – English footballer John Terry has accused Vanessa Perroncel of trying to cash in on the scandal involving them.

Terry, 29, was accused of having a fling with Vanessa behind 28-year-old wife Toni’s back in January.

Now, Terry, 29, has told his pals that Perroncel, 33, is “milking” the situation, and he is furious that she …. Source article on Gaea Times at  : John Terry ‘accuses Vanessa Perroncel of trying to cash in on scandal’.

Armless Chinese man wows audiences by playing piano with toes

MELBOURNE – An armless Chinese man left the audience on “China’s Got Talent” amazed with a flawless performance on piano – using only his toes.

Liu Wei lost both his arms when he was 10 after he touched a high-voltage wire during a game of hide-and-seek.

But the 23-year-old stunned hundreds of thousands of people across …. Read the original article  : here.

Immune system overreaction may open door to recurrent urinary tract infections

WASHINGTON – Researchers at Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis have found that the immune system may open the door to recurrent urinary tract infections (UTIs) by overdoing its response to an initial infection.

The research was conducted at the Center for Women’s Infectious Disease Research at the School of Medicine.

UTIs affect millions of … Read more >>>.

Democrat congressman resigns after making “thoughtless remarks” about Palin’s death

WASHINGTON – Timothy Horrigan, a New Hampshire Democrat who joked on Fecebook on Wednesday about the death of former Alaska Governor Sarah Palin saying “a dead Palin would be even more dangerous than a live one,” resigned from the state’s House of Representatives and ended his campaign for re-election.

He also apologized for his “thoughtless … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : Democrat congressman resigns after making “thoughtless remarks” about Palin’s death.

Mukherjee seeks written reply from Mamata on Lalgarh speech

NEW DELHI – Union Finance Minister Pranab Mukherjee on Friday sought a written reply from Railway Minister and Trinamool Chief Mamata Banerjee on her pro-Maoist remarks at a rally in Lalgarh, West Bengal.

Banerjee has been asked to explain in detail what she said there and why.

The latest move from the government confirms its discomfort … Read more >>.

Another American billboard links Obama to Hitler, Mao

KANSAS CITY – A second billboard, this time yellow in colour, has come up north of Kansas City on Highway 71, that likens President Barack Obama to homicidal despots Adolph Hitler and Mao Tse-Tung. shadowy organization named after Francis Marion is raising funds to post these billboards in the heartland, reports ABC News.

This one …. Read the original article  : Another American billboard links Obama to Hitler, Mao.

Now, use Botox to zap that horrendous migraine

LONDON – Apart from smoothing away wrinkles, Botox can also help those who suffer from frequent migraines, say experts.

Safety regulators have given all clear for the jab to be used to treat the horrendous headaches.

The injection contains a bacterial toxin that temporarily paralyses muscles.

“People think of Botox simply as something that celebrities use to smooth … Read : Now, use Botox to zap that horrendous migraine.

Pak, Israel on way to establish diplomatic ties?

ISLAMABAD – Pakistan and Israel are reportedly engaged in a series of covert talks to establish diplomatic links.

According to The Nation, Pakistani authorities, including a prominent politician belonging to a religious party, have been holding talks with Israeli authorities, which took place in Paris and London recently.

Meanwhile, some analysts believe that Pakistan was seriously thinking … Original article on : Pak, Israel on way to establish diplomatic ties?.

14 years after being in caged scaffolding, Scotland’s Rosslyn Chapel is resurrected

EDINBURGH – The Rosslyn Chapel, one of Scotland’s most intriguing attractions, can now be seen in all its glory after 14 years of being hidden under a ‘cage’ of scaffolding.

The chapel, which shot to international fame after featuring at the climax of the best-selling novel and the 2004 film The Da Vinci Code, can now … Read more >>.

When seven Nepal brothers served the India Army

KATHMANDU – In Manakamna, a town in western Nepal’s Gorkha district, seven brothers will be glued to their television sets on Aug 15, India’s Independence Day. The Thapa brothers have all served in the Indian Army, fighting insurgents, militants and inclement weather.

The Thapa brothers are known as a family of astute hoteliers. Five of the … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : When seven Nepal brothers served the India Army.

Men twice as likely to be caught cheating than women

LONDON – Men are twice as likely than women to be caught cheating on their partner, a new UK study has found.

When it comes to having an affair, men are obvious amateurs compared with women, as they are hopeless at covering their tracks, researchers said.

They are twice as likely to get caught because they’re so … Read more >>.

Oz woman jailed for ‘cutting swastika into man’s buttocks’

MELBOURNE – An Aussie women has been jailed for 16 months because she and two others attacked a man, kicked him unconscious and scratched a swastika into his buttocks with a screwdriver.

Briana Rose Murray, of Wanaka, was sentenced in Queenstown District Court this week for injuring with intent to injure in Christchurch in August last … Original article on : Oz woman jailed for ‘cutting swastika into man’s buttocks’.

Calif. raw almond producers fight federal regulations, say rules aimed at safety aren’t needed

Raw almond producers fight fed rules
FRESNO, Calif. – Producers of raw almonds are poised for a federal court battle that they hope will ultimately allow them to resume production of the nut without using chemical pesticides or steam.

The U.S. Department of Agriculture has required most farmers to use either of those pasteurization methods after salmonella …. Original source  : Calif. raw almond producers fight federal regulations, say rules aimed at safety aren’t needed.

PETA appeals Indians to adopt native dogs

NEW DELHI – People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA) staged a demonstration here urging people to buy Indian breed dogs instead of foreign pedigree canines since these are bred for unnatural physical traits.

Speaking to media persons Madhuri Deshmukh, an activist of PETA said: “Basically we are here in advance to the Independence Day … Original article on : PETA appeals Indians to adopt native dogs.

Mumbai oil spill poses severe danger to aquatic life

MUMBAI – Confirming the worst fears of environmentalists, scores of aquatic species and sea birds have been found dead along the Mumbai coast, as a result of an oil spill off the city.

A cargo ship spilled oil and containers into the sea following a collision five nautical miles off Mumbai last week.

As a result, …. Source  : Mumbai oil spill poses severe danger to aquatic life.

India’s Independence Day: Clinton vows to strengthen bilateral ties

NEW DELHI – US Secretary of State Hillary Clinton has vowed to further strengthen cooperation and partnership between Washington and New Delhi.

In a statement issued ahead of India’s 63rd Indpendence Day, which falls on August 15 (Sunday), Clinton said: The United States is committed to further strengthening our cooperation and partnership with India. As President …. Original article on Gaea Times at  : India’s Independence Day: Clinton vows to strengthen bilateral ties.

Arun Sawhney to replace Atul Sobti as Ranbaxy CEO

NEW DELHI – Ranbaxy Laboratories Ltd’s Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer Atul Sobti will step down from his positions effective August 19.,

Arun Sawhney, who is currently president of Ranbaxy’s global pharmaceutical business, will take over as Managing Director.

The announcement came as the pharmaceutical firm announced a 48 per cent fall in net profit …. Source article on Gaea Times at  : Arun Sawhney to replace Atul Sobti as Ranbaxy CEO.

Fresh violence rocks Kashmir Valley, one killed

KUPWARA – One person was killed and several others were injured in firing by security forces in Jammu and Kashmir’s Kupwara District on Friday.

According to sources, the forces opened fire early in the morning to disperse protesters at Tergham in Kupwara.

After the incident, tension has gripped the entire area.

Meanwhile, curfew has been imposed …. Original article on Gaea Times at  : Fresh violence rocks Kashmir Valley, one killed.