Cabinet okays caste enumeration – in 2011

NEW DELHI – The union cabinet Thursday gave its approval to the caste census to be implemented through a separate house-to-house enumeration from June to September next year in a process separate from Census 2011.

“After considering various options based on the response of political parties, the cabinet decided that a separate house-to-house enumeration of … Original article on : Cabinet okays caste enumeration – in 2011.

Arjun Munda likely to take oath Sep 11

RANCHI – Jharkhand, which has been under President’s Rule since June, is likely to get a new government headed by Arjun Munda Sep 11.

With the central cabinet approving the lifting of President’s Rule, Arjun Muinda has been informally invited by Governor M.O.H. Farook to form the government in the state.
Munda went to …. Original source  : Arjun Munda likely to take oath Sep 11.

Cabinet sends ‘appropriate recommendation’ on Jharkhand

NEW DELHI – The cabinet has made “an appropriate recommendation” to the president based on the Jharkhand governor’s views on the political situation in the state, Home Minister P. Chidambaram said here Thursday.
Governor M.O.H. Farook Tuesday night sent a report to the home ministry, recommending that President’s Rule be lifted in Jharkhand. … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : Cabinet sends ‘appropriate recommendation’ on Jharkhand.

Human Rights Watch says Afghan elections threatened by violence, lack of security

Rights group: Violence threatens Afghan elections

KABUL, Afghanistan – The legitimacy of Afghanistan’s parliamentary elections is severely threatened by insurgent attacks on candidates and the lack of security provided by the government, an international rights group said Thursday.
Human Rights Watch said in a report that the candidates running in the Sept. 18 vote face assassinations, kidnappings … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : Human Rights Watch says Afghan elections threatened by violence, lack of security.

Cabinet approves caste census

NEW DELHI – The union cabinet Thursday gave its green signal to the caste census to be implemented through a separate house to house enumeration from June to September next year.
The decision was announced by Home Minister P. Chidambaram after the cabinet meeting.
…. Source  : Cabinet approves caste census.

Manmohan Singh to review progress of infrastructure projects today

NEW DELHI – Prime Minister Dr. Manmohan Singh will conduct a first quarter (April-June) review on the progress of five infrastructure sectors in a Cabinet meeting here today.

So far, the Planning Commission set annual targets for infrastructure … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : Manmohan Singh to review progress of infrastructure projects today.

POLITICAL INSIDER: Tea Party Express soliciting cash to influence GOP primary in Delaware

POLITICAL INSIDER: Tea Partiers seek cash for Del.
WILMINGTON, Del. – The Tea Party Express is asking supporters to raise $250,000 for its preferred candidate in Delaware’s contentious Senate primary.
In an e-mail sent Wednesday, Tea Party Express spokesman Joe Wierzbicki reminded supporters the organization was backing conservative activist Christine O’Donnell’s primary campaign against nine-term …. Original article on Gaea Times at  : POLITICAL INSIDER: Tea Party Express soliciting cash to influence GOP primary in Delaware.

Ethics-battered Rangel finds himself in grudge match with legendary Harlem predecessor’s son

Rangel undeterred by ethics charges, grudge match
NEW YORK – It sounds like a political grudge match for the ages: Democratic Rep. Charles Rangel, battered by ethics charges and stripped of his chairmanship of the tax-writing House Ways and Means Committee, defending his seat against Adam Clayton Powell IV, son of the legendary Harlem … Original source on Gaea Times at : Ethics-battered Rangel finds himself in grudge match with legendary Harlem predecessor’s son.

Gov’t forecast: Moderate spending increase as 32 million gain coverage under health overhaul

Gov’t: Spending to rise under health care overhaul
WASHINGTON – A new government forecast says the nation’s health care tab will go up – not down – as a result of President Barack Obama’s sweeping overhaul.
But nonpartisan experts at Medicare say the increase will be modest.
They say that after factoring in the law, Americans …. Source article on Gaea Times at  : Gov’t forecast: Moderate spending increase as 32 million gain coverage under health overhaul.

Punjab unveils mobility plan for cities

CHANDIGARH – Punjab has taken the lead in the country launching a comprehensive mobility plan (CMP) for urban areas that have over two lakh population.

Industries and Commerce Minister Manoranjan Kalia, who also heads the local government department, Thursday announced here the plan and said it will cap unplanned traffic management in urban areas and … Original article on : Punjab unveils mobility plan for cities.

Deals with India top Bangladesh opposition’s protest agenda

DHAKA – Corruption and five deals with India that “compromise national interest” top the protest agenda of main opposition Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP).
The party’s chief and former prime minister Khaleda Zia, who conferred with her political aides Wednesday, is expected to announce a series of protests after the holidays to mark Eid-ul-Fitr, … Read : Deals with India top Bangladesh opposition’s protest agenda.

Colbert celebrates US troops’ return from Iraq with Vice President Biden, beer, hot dogs

Colbert, VP Biden fete troops with hot dogs, beer
NEW YORK – A hot dog vending cart was wheeled back and forth. Cocktail waitresses hurried past with trays full of beer. Vice President Joe Biden led New York Yankees great Yogi Berra by the arm.
Such was the bizarre, red-white-and-blue circus backstage at …. Source article  : Colbert celebrates US troops’ return from Iraq with Vice President Biden, beer, hot dogs.

North Korea celebrates nation’s founding day amid speculation on father-to-son succession

Dynasty speculation on North Korea founding day
SEOUL, South Korea – North Korea celebrated its 62nd anniversary Thursday with odes to supreme leader Kim Jong Il and pilgrimages to his late father’s statue amid hints that a political meeting believed aimed at promoting his son as successor is imminent.
There is widespread speculation that …. Original article on Gaea Times at  : North Korea celebrates nation’s founding day amid speculation on father-to-son succession.

AP Exclusive: Colbert celebrates US troops’ return from Iraq with VP Biden, beer, hot dogs

AP Exclusive: Colbert, VP Biden fete US troops
NEW YORK – A hot dog vending cart was wheeled back and forth. Cocktail waitress hurried past with trays full of beer. Vice President Joe Biden led New York Yankees great Yogi Berra by the arm.
Such was the bizarre, red-white-and-blue circus backstage at … Read more >>.

India is an anchor of stability: US

WASHINGTON – The United States believes that India as “an anchor of stability” in a critical part of the world will have to play a leading role in resolving regional and global issues more effectively.
The two countries may have differences even as they forge a strategic partnership, but they have an effective dialogue [..] Read the original article: here.

Convicted murderer nominated for police board by Detroit mayor withdraws from consideration

Detroit mayor’s nominee to police board withdraws

DETROIT – A convicted murderer who was nominated by Detroit Mayor Dave Bing to a board that disciplines police officers has withdrawn from consideration for the post.
The Detroit Free Press reports that 35-year-old Raphael B. Johnson made the announcement Wednesday night.
Word of the planned nomination this summer rankled some …. Original article on Gaea Times at  : Convicted murderer nominated for police board by Detroit mayor withdraws from consideration.

NKorea marks foundation anniversary amid speculation on another father-to-son succession

NKorea marks key anniversary amid succession moves

SEOUL, South Korea – North Korea marked its 62nd founding anniversary Thursday with patriotic songs and commentaries admiring leader Kim Jong Il, amid uncertainty over whether the secretive country has begun a rare political meeting believed aimed at promoting one of Kim’s sons as his successor.
State media reported Monday … Read this article on Gaea Times at : NKorea marks foundation anniversary amid speculation on another father-to-son succession.

East Timor’s deputy prime minister resigns after PM calls him a ‘liar’

East Timor deputy PM quits amid spat with boss

DILI, East Timor – One of East Timor’s deputy prime ministers said he has resigned after Prime Minister Xanana Gusmao publicly called him a “liar” for his outspoken critiques of the government’s failure to tackle corruption and improve people’s lives.
The abrupt departure of Mario Viejas Carrascalao, who … Read more >>>.

SC town declines action on proposal to ban illegal immigrants from residing in community

SC town: no action on banning illegal immigrants

SUMMERVILLE, S.C. – Council members in Summerville, a quiet town of about 45,000, have decided to take no action on a proposal to ban illegal immigrants from residing in their community.
The council voted 4-3 Wednesday to table, or set aside any action, on a proposed ordinance that would … Original source on Gaea Times at : SC town declines action on proposal to ban illegal immigrants from residing in community.

GOP Sen. candidate Boozman retools ad to remove logo, stadium after U. of Arkansas complaint

Ark. GOP Sen. hopeful removes school logo from ad

LITTLE ROCK, Ark. – Republican Senate candidate John Boozman has removed the University of Arkansas logo and football stadium from his latest campaign ad after the school asked him to pull the original spot.
Boozman (BOHZ’-muhn) is opposing Democratic Sen. Blanche Lincoln’s bid for re-election. He had released …. Original article  : GOP Sen. candidate Boozman retools ad to remove logo, stadium after U. of Arkansas complaint.