Carter to reach US with N. Korea released African-American detainee

WASHINGTON – Former US President Jimmy Carter’s office has confirmed that he has left Pyongyang with African-American Aijalon Mahli Gomes, who had been jailed in North Korea since January, after securing an amnesty deal with North Korean leader Kim Jong-Il.

“Jimmy Carter will return to the U.S. with Aijalon Gomes. Gomes should be in Boston by … Original article on : Carter to reach US with N. Korea released African-American detainee.

Massive fire destroys standing crops in Ankleshwar

ANKLESHWAR – Standing crops in ten acres of farm land were burnt to ashes in a massive fire that broke out following leakage in a petroleum product pipeline in Gujarat’s Ankleshwar city.

The leakage occurred at the government-owned Oil and Natural Gas Corporation Limited (ONGC) plant on Thursday.

Apart from corps, property worth millions was also gutted …. Source article  : Massive fire destroys standing crops in Ankleshwar.

‘Booty call’ phenomenon for on-demand-sex – the latest lifestyle trend

WASHINGTON – It’s everywhere – the latest and ever-growing trend of ‘booty call’ – two people meet up after a party or a date, but just for sex.

“A lot of girls see the booty call as a no-pressure way to have fun with someone you may be interested in,” ABC News quoted Andrea, a future …. Source article on Gaea Times at  : ‘Booty call’ phenomenon for on-demand-sex – the latest lifestyle trend.

Flood continues to wreck havoc in Karnal, Muzaffarnagar

Karnal (Haryana)/ MUZAFFARNAGAR – Waters of the swollen River Yamuna flowing through Haryana’s Karnal district and the Rivers Ganga and Sonali in Uttar Pradesh have caused extensive damage to property in the Muzaffarnagar region, rendering many families homeless.

The waters have breached the banks of the river at many places and has over flowed in Karnal …. Source article  : Flood continues to wreck havoc in Karnal, Muzaffarnagar.

Top Afghan official urges US to put sanctions on Pak for backing jihadis

WASHINGTON – In what highlights the strained relationship between the two neighbouring countries, a top Afghan official has urged the United States to put sanctions on Pakistan and also refuse visas to military generals of that country.

In an interview with The Washington Post, Afghanistan’s National Security Adviser Rangin Dadfar Spanta hurled severe accusations on Pakistani …. Source article  : Top Afghan official urges US to put sanctions on Pak for backing jihadis.

Oz mine collapse survivor tells Chilean counterparts to ’sing’ to survive

SYDNEY – Todd Russell, an Australian miner who was trapped underground for a fortnight in the 2006 Beaconsfield mine collapse, has a few words of wisdom for the 33 Chilean miners trapped in the San Jose mine: sing a Kenny Rogers song.

Russell and fellow miner Brant Webb were caught in a safety cage almost … Read more »»».

Mamata flags off ‘Mother Express’ train from Kolkata

KOLKATA – Railway Minister Mamata Banerjee flagged off the ‘Mother Express’, a train named after Mother Teresa on the occasion of her birth centenary from Sealdah station in Kolkata.

The train exhibiting the life and the philanthropic deeds of the mother, will traverse the country for the next six months.

Banerjee said on Thursday that the government … Original article on : Mamata flags off ‘Mother Express’ train from Kolkata.

Now, a toilet to give instant health check!

LONDON – An ‘Intelligence Toilet’ that provides instant health check up has been developed in Japan.

Every time a user answer a call of nature, this high-tech loo analyses their urine, blood pressure, temperature and weight, reports the Sun.

Over a couple of seconds it produces a well-being report, which is displayed on a wall-mounted screen.

This …. Read the original article  : Now, a toilet to give instant health check!.

Karzai urges US to dismantle Pak based terror safe havens for success in ‘war on terror’

KABUL – Pointing fingers towards Pakistan, Afghanistan President Hamid Karzai has called on the United States to shift its focus on militants based outside his country to see substantial gains in the ‘war on terror, which he believes is going nowhere.

During a meeting with visiting US Central Command chief, General James Mattis, here, Karzai …. Original article on Gaea Times at  : Karzai urges US to dismantle Pak based terror safe havens for success in ‘war on terror’.

‘Banned’ JuD brazenly collecting funds for flood relief in Lahore

LAHORE – Even as the international community continues to voice concerns over the involvement of extremist groups in flood relief activities, banned terror groups such as the Jamaat-ud-Daawa (JuD) are openly operating in cities like Lahore collecting funds for flood victims.

Despite the Pakistan Government’s assurance that it would not allow any proscribed terror group to …. Original source  : ‘Banned’ JuD brazenly collecting funds for flood relief in Lahore.

Obama’s approval rating increases four points to 48 percent

WASHINGTON – Fewer than half of Americans approve of the job President Barack Obama is doing, but his approval rating is slightly up since last month, a new poll has revealed.

According to a new CBS News poll, Obama’s approval rating has inched up to 48 percent from 44 percent last month.

Obama’s approval rating rose … Original article on : Obama’s approval rating increases four points to 48 percent.

‘Discriminating’ Pak authorities ignoring scheduled caste Hindus in flood relief

ISLAMABAD – The Pakistani authorities may have been claiming that they are leaving no stone unturned in providing relief to flood affected people, however, its discriminating face has come to the fore with over 5000 Hindu families complaining of not receiving any help from the government.

Raging flood waters have washed away all belongings of hundreds …. Original article on Gaea Times at  : ‘Discriminating’ Pak authorities ignoring scheduled caste Hindus in flood relief.

Britain may face ‘new terror wave’ following radicalised prisoners’ release

WASHINGTON – A former British Government adviser and the head of the Royal United Services Institute, Michael Clarke, has warned that the country is likely to face a “new wave” of home-grown terrorist attacks following the release of about 800 prisoners in the last decade.

In a report, Professor Clarke said British security services would struggle …. Read the original article  : Britain may face ‘new terror wave’ following radicalised prisoners’ release.

Maoist accepts West Bengal offered rehab package

KOLKATA – A Maoist has surrendered in West Bengal after the state government announced a rehabilitation package for rebels.

Shobhan Karak, a member of the Maoist action squad, surrendered before the West Midnapore Superintendent of Police, the Jhargram Superintendent of Police and central Reserve Police Force inspector general.

He surrendered with a .303 rifle and a few …. Source  : Maoist accepts West Bengal offered rehab package.

Hurriyat leader Geelani leads mass protest in Srinagar

SRINAGAR – Hurriyat Conference (G) Chairman Syed Ali Shah Geelani led a demonstration in Srinagar’s Hyderpora locality in protest against the killing of youths in the Kashmir Valley.

A huge crowd, including many women and children, took part in the protest, raising anti-Indian and pro-freedom slogans.

Geelani said the ongoing agitation would continue until India accepts … Read : Hurriyat leader Geelani leads mass protest in Srinagar.

North Korea ready to resume six party talks

NEW DELHI – Kim Yong Nam, the president of the Presidium of the Supreme People’s Assembly, “expressed the will of the DPRK government for the denuclearization of the Korean Peninsula and the resumption of the six-party talks,” during a meeting with former US President Carter.

Carter left Pyongyang on Friday after securing the release of a …. Original article  : North Korea ready to resume six party talks.

Chat-up lines are the way to a woman’s heart

LONDON – A woman might roll her eyes at a chat-up line like, “Did it hurt when you fell out of heaven?’ but she is secretly pleased about it, says a new UK survey.

According to the poll, a staggering 59 percent of women believe that using corny pick-up lines shows that a man has got …. Source article  : Chat-up lines are the way to a woman’s heart.

India takes up with China denial of visa to top Army official

NEW DELHI – In response to a report that China denied visa to Lieutenant General BS Jaswal, General Officer Commanding-in-Chief, Northern Area Command, Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) spokesperson on Friday said India has an important, multifaceted and complex relationship with China.

“We have an important, multifaceted and complex relationship with Republic of China.ur interaction … Read more : India takes up with China denial of visa to top Army official.

Gyaneshwari Express mishap: Key suspect killed in encounter

JHARGRAM – People’s Committee against Police Atrocities (PCPA) leader Umakanto Mahato, a key accused in the May 28 Gyaneshwari Express derailment, was killed in an encounter with security forces at Mohanpur forest near Lothasuli in West Bengal’s Jhargram District.

Acting on a tip-off, the joint forces comprising the CRPF, the CoBRA and the West Bengal police …. Source  : Gaea News Network.

S.M Krishna to inaugurate third conference of HOMs today

NEW DELHI – External Affairs Minister S M Krishna will inaugurate the third conference of the Indian Heads of Missions (HOMs) here today.

This would be followed by an address to the HOMs by Prime Minister Dr. Manmohan Singh.

During the three-day conference, the Heads of Missions will call on President Pratibha Devisingh Patil and Vice President …. Source  : Gaea News Network.