Crime Watch – Weekly Newsletter for January 10-17, 2011
Monday, January 17, 2011
Jared Lee Loughner Charged With Murder
TUCSON (GaeaTimes.com)- The suspect of Arizona shooting, Jared Lee Loughner has been charged with five counts for killing six people and injuring about 17. On Saturday, the assailant opened fire in the morning at a busy supermarket in Tucson and shot U. S. Congresswoman Gabrielle Giffords in her head. Arizona U. S. Attorney Dennis …. Read the original article : here.
Douglas County School Teacher Trial Case
OMAHA (GaeaTimes.com)- The 29 year old Nicholas J. McKeone is being tried for charges of sexual assault against him. The court on Friday ordered that the Douglas County school teacher stands trail for the charges that were levied against him by his own students. Two boys have complained that Nicholas J. …. Source : Douglas County School Teacher Trial Case.
Arizona Shooting Victim Gabrielle Giffords Recovering
TUCSON (GaeaTimes.com)- U. S. Congresswoman Gabrielle Giffords, who was severely wounded in Arizona shooting is responding to the medications, the doctors said. The assailant Jared Lee Loughner, opened fire at a busy supermarket on Saturday and killed six people and wounded nearly 17 people. Gabrielle Giffords, who was shot in her head in the …. Source article on Gaea Times at : Arizona Shooting Victim Gabrielle Giffords Recovering.
Chhattisgarh to bolster anti-Maoist forces
RAIPUR – Battling rising Maoist militancy, the Chhattisgarh government has decided to add another 2,400 special police officers (SPOs) to be drawn from local youths to combat the guerrillas, an official said Monday.
“The SPOs have proved to be an asset for the state in fighting Maoist militancy and also in breaking their intelligence network,” …. Source : Chhattisgarh to bolster anti-Maoist forces.
Senior Taliban commander among 15 killed in Afghanistan
KUNDUZ – A senior Taliban leader was among 15 militants killed by NATO and Afghan forces in northern Afghanistan, an official said Monday.
The operation was conducted in Dasht-e-Archi district of Kunduz province Sunday night.
“Last night, 15 Taliban fighters, including a shadow district governor, were killed in a joint operation of Afghan and coalition … Read this article on Gaea Times at : Senior Taliban commander among 15 killed in Afghanistan.
Nine Maoists killed in Orissa, railway services affected
BHUBANESWAR – Nine Maoists were killed in a gunfight with the security forces in Orissa’s Rayagada district early Sunday, while the guerrillas also clashed with the police in Kandhamal, police said. The rebels also blew up railway signal cabins near Rourkela, affecting services for over eight hours.
In the first incident, the rebels clashed with …. Read the original article : Nine Maoists killed in Orissa, railway services affected.
Two suspected militants killed in Philippines
MANILA – Philippine troops Sunday killed two suspected Muslim militants, including a commander, and captured another in a clash in a southern province, the army chief said.
The soldiers were on patrol when they encountered the armed men in the village of Baguindan in Tipo-Tipo town in Basilan province, 900 km south of Manila.
Lieutenant …. Read the original article : here.
Five civilians killed in Afghanistan
KABUL – Five civilians including a child have been killed and three others wounded in the latest violence in southern Afghanistan, officials said Sunday.
“Three civilians including a child were killed during a clash between coalition forces and militants in Helmand,” a statement issued by the provincial governor’s office said.
The fighting took place between … Original source on Gaea Times at : Five civilians killed in Afghanistan.
Blast disrupts train services in Orissa
KOLKATA – Train services in the Chakradharpur-Rourkela and Rourkela-Hatia sections of South Eastern Railway (SER) were disrupted for over eight hours following an explosion early Sunday near Rourkela in Orissa, an official said.
“Miscreants triggered the blast at the signalling and link cabins near Bondamunda station near Rourkela, resulting in damage of signalling panels and …. Source : Blast disrupts train services in Orissa.
Three injured in Maoist blast in Orissa
BHUBANESWAR – Three officials of the state agriculture department sustained injuries, one of them critically, after Maoists triggered a landmine blast in Orissa’s Koraput district Tuesday, police said.
The rebels triggered the blast near Odiapentha village, some 500 km from here, when the officials were on their way to the block headquarters of Narayan Patna … Read more »».
Census in Maoist zones difficult, say Chhattisgarh officials
RAIPUR – A headcount of people in Bijapur and Dantewada districts will be highly difficult due to the presence of Maoist rebels in the interiors of the region, Chhattisgarh officials have told the census authorities.
Registrar General and Census Commissioner of India (RGCCI) C. Chandramouli held a video-conference with top authorities in the restive Bastar … Original source on Gaea Times at : Census in Maoist zones difficult, say Chhattisgarh officials.
US seeks anonymous jury in Mumbai terror suspect’s trial
CHICAGO – With the Indian media expected to provide extensive coverage of Pakistani Canadian Tahawwur Hussain Rana’s trial in the Mumbai terror attacks case, US federal prosecutors are asking that jurors remain anonymous, according to a media report.
The jurors could have a reasonable fear they would be in danger if global terror groups learned … Original article on : US seeks anonymous jury in Mumbai terror suspect’s trial.
Jared Lee Loughner’s Parents To Issue Statement?
TUCSON (GaeaTimes.com)- The parents of Jared Lee Loughner, the prime suspect of Arizona shooting, have decided to release a statement, their neighbor Wayne Smith said. The neighbor visited Jared Lee Loughner’s home on Monday and said that the family is completely devastated by the incident. On Sunday, U. S. Attorney Dennis K Burke filed … Read more »».
50 applications received under Kashmir rehabilitation policy
JAMMU – The Jammu and Kashmir government has received nearly 50 applications from parents seeking the return of their sons from across the Line of Control (LoC) under a new rehabilitation policy for militants, say official sources.
According to the sources, applications – giving details of youth who had crossed over to Pakistan administered Kashmir … Original source on Gaea Times at : 50 applications received under Kashmir rehabilitation policy.
Biden in Afghanistan, plans meeting with Karzai
WASHINGTON – US Vice President Joe Biden arrived Monday in Afghanistan for an update on the progress in the war against the Taliban and Al Qaeda.
Biden met with the top US commander, General David Petraeus, and Ambassador Karl Eikenberry shortly after landing. On Tuesday, Biden is to meet with Afghan President Hamid Karzai.
Biden’s …. Source : Gaea News Network.
Three women Maoists arrested in Chhattisgarh
RAIPUR – Three women Maoists were arrested Monday in Chhattisgarh’s restive Bastar region, police said.
The women rebels, who are in early 20s, were picked up from an interior forested pocket in Bijapur district, about 450 km south from Raipur.
“The women were arrested by a patrolling team comprised of District Force (DF) and the …. Original source : Three women Maoists arrested in Chhattisgarh.
Al Qaeda bans men and women from shaking hands
LONDON – Militants linked to terror outfit Al Qaeda have banned “unrelated” Somalian men and women from shaking hands, speaking or walking together in public, a media report said Monday.
The militants said people who break the rules could be imprisoned, whipped or even executed, the Daily Mail reported.
They have already banned women …. Original article : Al Qaeda bans men and women from shaking hands.
Christina Taylor Green Remembered By Family
TUCSON (GaeaTimes.com)- Christina Taylor Green, a 9 year old girl, who went out with her neighbor to see U. S. Congresswoman Gabrielle Giffords, was killed in Arizona shooting on Saturday. President Barack Obama confirmed the death of the 9 year old girl in one of his statements. Her mother, Roxanna Green told a reputed … Read more »».
Two Maoists killed in Orissa gunfight
BHUBANESWAR – Two Maoists were killed Wednesday in Orissa’s mineral rich Keonjhar district during a gunfight with police, an official said.
Based on a tip-off, police raided the rebel camps in Balipadar reserve forest area, about 150 km from here. Police retaliated when the rebels opened fire at them, Superintendent of Police A.K. Singh told … Read more »».
Another ULFA leader released on bail, way paved for talks
GUWAHATI – The last of the eight top leaders of the outlawed United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA), Chitraban Hazarika, was released on bail Wednesday, brightening hopes of curtains coming down on the more than three-decade old violent insurgency in Assam.
Self-styled ULFA finance secretary Chitraban Hazarika was released on bail from the Guwahati Central [..] Read the original article: here.
Those involved in terror misinterpret Islam: Egyptian grand mufti
NEW DELHI – The grand mufti of Egypt – an African country with a 90 percent Muslim population – has raised his voice against global terror, saying its root cause is ignorance and misinterpretation of Islam.
“Those who are involved in terror activities justify this heinous crime by misinterpreting religion and its holy book. They … Read more >>.
US drone strike kills four in Pakistan
ISLAMABAD – At least four suspected militants were killed Wednesday in a US drone airstrike in Pakistan’s restive tribal region along the Afghan border, an intelligence official said.
The attack occurred in Hyder Khel village in Mir Ali, a town in North Waziristan, a base for Islamist militants.
An intelligence official said on the condition … Read more : US drone strike kills four in Pakistan.
Azamgarh redefined: An educational hub in ‘nursery of terror’
BEENAPARA – This small village is redefining the image of Azamgarh, branded as the ‘nursery of terror’ after the 2008 Batla House shootout in Delhi. With a population of just 5,000, it boasts of seven institutions imparting technical, medical and general education.
The educational institutes include a medical college named Ibn-e-Sina Tibbiya College, the Beenapara …. Source article on Gaea Times at : Azamgarh redefined: An educational hub in ‘nursery of terror’.
Several Maoists killed, says Chhattisgarh police
RAIPUR – Several Maoists were killed in a gun-fight between police and the rebels Tuesday afternoon in Chhattisgarh’s violence-hit Bastar region but none of the dead bodies could be recovered, police said.
“We fought a fierce gun battle with Maoists throughout the afternoon period in a thickly forested area of Bijapur district and several rebels … Read this article on Gaea Times at : Several Maoists killed, says Chhattisgarh police.
Clinton says US, Yemen face common threat by Al Qaeda
SANA’A – US Secretary of State Hillary Clinton said Tuesday America and Yemen face a “common threat” by Al Qaeda.
“We face a common threat by the terrorists and Al Qaeda,” Clinton told reporters at the Presidential Palace in Sana’a.
Her remarks followed talks with Yemeni President Ali Abdullah Saleh in Sana’a where she made … Read more »»».
India says ‘too premature’ to share Samjhauta probe details
NEW DELHI – India may not be giving the details of the Samjhauta train blast probe to Pakistan any time soon as the home ministry Tuesday told the external affairs ministry that it was “too premature” to share its findings into the terrorist act blamed on Hindu radicals.
The home ministry’s communiqu to the external …. Original article on Gaea Times at : India says ‘too premature’ to share Samjhauta probe details.
Pro-Maoist shutdown hits life of three Bengal districts
KOLKATA – The second day of the 72-hour shut down called by the pro-Maoist group – Peoples’ Committee Against Police Atrocities (PCAPA) – evoked partial response in parts of three Maoist-affected West Bengal districts Tuesday.
The tribal group is observing the shutdown to protest against the Jan 7 killing of seven people allegedly by assailants …. Original article : Pro-Maoist shutdown hits life of three Bengal districts.
Terror threats to embassy in Kabul are real, says Krishna
NEW DELHI – India Tuesday said terror threats to its embassy in Kabul were real and the grim possibilities have been confirmed by its own intelligence inputs and those from Afghanistan and friendly countries already in action there.
I did talk about the threat to our embassy and consular offices (in Kabul) recently. The threats …. Original article : Terror threats to embassy in Kabul are real, says Krishna.
Tucson, Arizona Shooting Suspect Makes Court Appearance
PHOENIX (GaeaTimes.com)- Jared Lee Loughner, the suspect of the shooting in Tucson, Arizona has been accused of killing six people and injuring several others at an event hosted by U.S. Representative Gabrielle Giffords. On Monday, he made his first court appearance in Phoenix, Arizona. He has been charged with two counts of attempted murder, …. Source article on Gaea Times at : Tucson, Arizona Shooting Suspect Makes Court Appearance.
Maoist posters surface in central Kolkata
KOLKATA – Days after the killing of seven people near Lalgarh in West Midnapore district, blamed on Marxist-backed assailants, Maoist posters appeared at two Metro stations here Tuesday protesting the killings and said Chief Minister Buddhadeb Bhattacharjee would be tried in the people’s court.
The posters appeared on the walls of the Central and Chandni … Original source on Gaea Times at : Maoist posters surface in central Kolkata.
Government to pump in Rs 6 bn to fight Maoists
NEW DELHI – The government is pumping in Rs.580 crore (Rs 5.8 billion) under a special security scheme which would include strengthening road connectivity and recruiting 12,000 more special police officers (SPO) to boost its fighting power against Maoists in mineral-rich central and eastern India.
The central government is increasing its money and muscle power [..] Read the original article: here.
NIA chargesheets 30 SIMI activists in Kerala
KOCHI – The National Investigation Agency (NIA) Thursday chargesheeted 30 activists of the banned Students Islamic Movement of India (SIMI) in connection with the Wagamon camp of December 2007 in Kerala where participants were allegedly imparted weapons training.
The NIA team submitted its chargesheet at the special NIA court here Thursday. Those named have been …. Original article : NIA chargesheets 30 SIMI activists in Kerala.
More blasts in Pakistan, three killed
ISLAMABAD – At least two policemen and a security man were killed Thursday in two separate attacks on security personnel in Pakistan’s Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province, where 20 people were killed in a suicide blast a day earlier.
A roadside bomb targeting a police van killed two police officials and injured five others in Jani Khel …. Source article : More blasts in Pakistan, three killed.
Samjhauta blasts: Aseemanand gets 14-day judicial remand
PANCHKULA – Hindutva activist Swami Aseemanand, in custody for his alleged involvement in the 2007 Samjhauta Express blasts, was Thursday sent to 14-day judicial remand by a special National Investigation Agency (NIA) court here.
Aseemanand, who was presented before the court amid tight security, will be be lodged to Ambala jail, around 35 km …. Original article : Samjhauta blasts: Aseemanand gets 14-day judicial remand.
Three killed in another blast in Pakistan
ISLAMABAD – At least two policemen and a security man were killed Thursday in two separate attacks on security personnel in Pakistan’s restive Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province, hours after 20 people were killed in a suicide blast Wednesday evening.
Two policemen were killed and five others were injured when an improvised explosive device (IED) targeting … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : Three killed in another blast in Pakistan.
Pakistan is ‘epicentre’ of global terrorism: US
WASHINGTON – Calling Pakistan as the “epicentre” of global terrorism, a top US military official has said that America can’t succeed in Afghanistan unless terrorist safe havens in Pakistan are shut down.
“I’ve said it before and I’ll say it again it [Pakistan] is the epicentre of terrorism in the world right now, and it … Read : Pakistan is ‘epicentre’ of global terrorism: US.
20 killed in blast outside Pakistan police station (Second Lead)
ISLAMABAD – At least 20 people were killed and 15 injured in a suicide blast targeting a police station in Bannu district of Pakistan’s Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province Wednesday evening, officials said.
“The suicide bomber hit the outer wall of Marian police station with an explosives-laden vehicle,” Express TV channel reported quoting security officials.
“Twelve security [..] Read the original article: here.
Blast outside Pakistan police station kills seven
ISLAMABAD – At least seven people were killed and several injured in a suicide blast targeting a police station in Bannu district in Pakistan’s Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province Wednesday evening, a media report said.
“The suicide bomber hit the outer wall of Marian police station with an explosives-laden vehicle”, Samaa TV channel reported quoting security officials.
… Read the original article on Gaea Times at : Blast outside Pakistan police station kills seven.
Suicide blast in Pakistan’s Khyber Pakhtunkhwa
ISLAMABAD – A suicide blast targeting a police station in Bannu district in Pakistan’s Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province reportedly caused several casualties Wednesday evening, a media report said.
“The suicide bomber hit the outer wall of Marian police station with an explosives-laden vehicle”, Samaa TV channel reported quoting security officials.
Earlier Wednesday afternoon, two back-to-back blasts … Read more >>.
30 Taliban militants surrender in Afghanistan
KABUL – Thirty Taliban militants gave up insurgency in Afghanistan’s Ghor province and surrendered to authorities Wednesday, Xinhua reported.
“A group of 30 armed men under commander Mullah Mohammad Yousuf surrendered to the government in the provincial capital Chaghcharan this morning,” Abdullah Heiwad, the governor of Ghor province, was quoted as saying.
Ghor is situated …. Read the original article : 30 Taliban militants surrender in Afghanistan.
Unclaimed Maoist literature found, Chhattisgarh begins probe
RAIPUR – A probe was launched Friday into unclaimed cartons of Maoist literature found at the Raipur railway station’s parcel warehouse that has vital details about key Maoist leaders, police said.
Railway officials spotted two unclaimed cartons belonging to the outlawed Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) during “a clean-up of old and unclaimed delivery …. Source : Gaea News Network.
Andhra, centre issued notice on killing of Maoist leader Azad
NEW DELHI – The Supreme Court Friday issued notices to the central and Andhra Pradesh governments on the killing of Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) spokesperson Chirukuri Rajkumar alias Azad and journalist Hemendra Pandey in a police shootout in July 2010.
The apex court bench of Justices Aftab Alam and Justice R.M. Lodha issued … Read more : Andhra, centre issued notice on killing of Maoist leader Azad.
Chhattisgarh cops probe unclaimed Maoist literature
RAIPUR – Chhattisgarh Police Friday began probe into unclaimed cartons of Maoist literature found at Raipur railway station’s parcel godown that reportedly had vital details about key Maoist leaders.
Sources said that railway authorities reported to police Friday that two unclaimed cartons filled with vital documents belonging to outlawed Communist Party of India-Maoist were lying …. Read the original article : Chhattisgarh cops probe unclaimed Maoist literature.
Samjhauta blasts probe moving at snail’s pace: Pakistan
ISLAMABAD – Pakistan has accused India of moving at “snail’s pace” in probing the 2007 Samjhauta Express train bombing, and said it hoped New Delhi will share details of the investigaton with Islamabad “at the earliest”.
“We hope India will share details of their investigations with Pakistan at the earliest, as was conveyed to …. Source article : Samjhauta blasts probe moving at snail’s pace: Pakistan.
‘Eventual solution’ to terrorism lies with Pakistan, says US
WASHINGTON – The United States will continue to engage with Islamabad as it looks at Pakistan as part of the “eventual solution” to the problem of terrorism originating from there, a senior administration official has said.
From the very beginning of his administration President Barack Obama has “wanted to focus on Pakistan, recognizing the tremendous … Original article on : ‘Eventual solution’ to terrorism lies with Pakistan, says US.
Al Qaeda claims role in fatal kidnapping of Frenchmen
PARIS/NIAMEY – Terrorist organization Al Qaeda Thursday claimed a role in the kidnapping of two Frenchmen in Niger this weekend that led to the mens’ death as French troops tried to free them.
Al Qaeda made the announcement via an audio recording passed on to the al-Jazeera broadcaster Thursday.
The recording confirmed that the men …. Read the original article : Al Qaeda claims role in fatal kidnapping of Frenchmen.
CBI receives Malegaon re-investigation nod
MUMBAI – In a significant development, a special court here Thursday granted permission to the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) to re-investigate the Sep 8, 2006 Malegaon serial blasts.
The permission, by Maharashtra Control of Organised Crime Act (MCOCA) special court Judge Y.D. Shinde, comes in the wake of the reported confession of Hindutva activist … Original article on : CBI receives Malegaon re-investigation nod.
Man threatens to blow himself up in London
LONDON – Many areas of central London had to be shut down Thursday after a man broke into a shop and threatened to blow himself up.
The unnamed man, who broke into a shop in Regent Street, was arrested following a four-hour stand-off with armed officers, The Sun reported.
Police teams rushed to an Accessorize … Read more »».
Five Maoists, including a boy, surrender in Orissa
BHUBANESWAR – Five tribal Maoists, among them a juvenile, an area committee member and a woman, surrendered before police in Orissa Saturday, an official said.
The rebels identified as Tima Mahakud, Dobra Tudu, Junguri Tiria, Lutu Hembram and Saley Palea surrendered before the superintendent of police at the district headquarters of Jajpur, about 120 km …. Read the original article : Five Maoists, including a boy, surrender in Orissa.
I address my anxieties by writing: Pakistani author
NEW DELHI – Pakistani writer H.M. Naqvi of the acclaimed novel “Home Boy”, a story about the ravaged lives of young Asians in 9/11 New York where he worked, says he addresses his anxieties by writing. For Naqvi, writing is the easiest way to fight the demons in a post-9/11 world.
“I write …. Original article : I address my anxieties by writing: Pakistani author.
Using army against Maoists not desirable: Army chief
NEW DELHI – Indian Army chief General V.K. Singh has said it “was not desirable” to use the armed forces in anti-Maoist operations as the Left-wing rebellion is being viewed “as a law and order and socio-economic problem”.
“We have held this as a belief, which even the Defence Minister (A.K. Antony) gave out, that …. Read the original article : here.
Greek prosecutor charge five for terrorist ties
ATHENS – A Greek public prosecutor charged five people, including a German woman, for involvement in a terrorist group, just days before the start of a trial of dozens of radical anarchists.
Police said suspects arrested were believed to be involved in the Conspiracy of Fire Nuclei terrorist group that was behind a series of … Read more »»».
Two killed in bomb attack on North Caucasus cafe
MOSCOW – A bomb attack on a cafe in the conflict-ridden North Caucasus region killed at least two people and left five others seriously wounded, Interfax news agency reported Friday.
Police confirmed the attack in the town of Khasavyurt in the republic of Dagestan.
Earlier, security forces in Dagestan capital Makhachkala killed two suspected Islamists …. Original article on Gaea Times at : Two killed in bomb attack on North Caucasus cafe.
Three Maoists held in Orissa
BHUBANESWAR – Three Maoists were arrested Friday in Orissa’s Malkangiri district, police said.
The rebels were arrested during a combing operation conducted by police in a forested area, Superintendent of Police Anirudh Singh told IANS.
A home-made gun was recovered from them, he said.
Malkangiri, 618 km from Bhubaneswar, is considered a Maoist
stronghold.
…. Source : Gaea News Network.
Seven civilians killed in Afghanistan
KABUL – Seven Afghan civilians were killed Friday when the vehicle they were driving in was blown up by a roadside bomb in the southern province of Zabul, a local official said.
The men, all drivers, had been stopped by suspected Taliban Thursday on charges of working for NATO-led troops in the southern region, Mohammad …. Source : Gaea News Network.
Army seeks revision in rules of engagement in Maoist-hit areas
NEW DELHI – The Indian Army, which is setting up a training centre in Maoist-hit Chhattisgarh, said Friday it has sought a revision in its rules of engagement to legally protect its troops in case they fire back at the rebels in self-defence.
Army Chief General V.K. Singh told reporters that since a large …. Source article on Gaea Times at : Army seeks revision in rules of engagement in Maoist-hit areas.
Four Maoists arrested, cash and explosives seized
RANCHI – Four Maoists were arrested from two districts of Jharkhand Friday and Rs.4.75 lakh in cash and explosives were seized from them, police said.
Two Maoists were arrested from Jamunia village under Navadih police station of Bokaro district, around 145 km from Ranchi. The Rs.4.75 lakh cash was found at their home.
Two more …. Original article on Gaea Times at : Four Maoists arrested, cash and explosives seized.
Andhra, centre issued notices on Maoist leader Azad’s killing
NEW DELHI – The Supreme Court on Friday issued notices to the central and Andhra Pradesh governments on a petition seeking judicial probe into the alleged staged killing of Communist Party of India-Maoist spokesman Cherukuri Rajkumar alias Azad and journalist Hemchandra Pandey by the state police.
“We will issue notice. We hope there will …. Source : Gaea News Network.
Orissa to double strength of anti-Maoist force
BHUBANESWAR – Orissa will double the strength of its elite anti-Maoist force – the Special Operations Group (SOG) – to reduce its dependence on central paramilitary forces, a senior official said Sunday.
The state now has 50 SOG units comprising about 2,400 personnel. In the next two months, the government will raise another 50 units, …. Source : Orissa to double strength of anti-Maoist force.
Al Qaeda wants to train protesters’ children in Tunisia
Rome, Jan 16 (IANS/AKI) The North African wing of Al Qaeda has released an audio tape, expressing support for the anti-government protesters in Tunisia and urging them to send their children to terrorist camps for weapons training.
In the 13-minute message posted to jihadist websites, Al Qaeda in the Islamic Maghreb (AQIM) leader Abu Musab …. Read the original article : Al Qaeda wants to train protesters’ children in Tunisia.
Jared Lee Loughner Poses Wearing G-String
TUCSON (GaeaTimes.com)- Law enforcement officials have released a detailed description of Jared Lee Loughner’s activities, night before the heinous shooting. Last week, the world was shocked to see how a 22-year-old boy (Jared Lee Loughner) sprayed bullets to the crowd, who attended “Congress on your Corner” event in Tucson which left six people dead …. Original source : Jared Lee Loughner Poses Wearing G-String.
Pakistan can’t afford more military offensives: finance ministry
ISLAMABAD – Pakistan’s troubled economy cannot afford any more military offensives against terrorists if the government continues to compromise on economic reforms for political concessions, the finance ministry has said.
“The defence budget can rise abruptly if another military venture is launched. That will be unbearable for the economy,” the Express Tribune quoted an official … Read more >>.
Six terrorists get life term for plot to kidnap Sachin
NEW DELHI – A Delhi court Saturday awarded life imprisonment to six Harkat-ul-Jihad-al-Islami (HuJI) terrorists, including three Pakistanis, for plotting to kidnap cricketers Sachin Tendulkar and Sourav Ganguly in 2002.
Additional Sessions Judge Pinki (one name) pronounced the sentence in the case in which the convicts were also accused of plotting to assassinate the then … Read more »»».
PPP divided over judicial inquiry in Taseer killing
ISLAMABAD – The ruling Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) appears to be divided over instituting a judicial inquiry into the assassination of Punjab governor Salman Taseer, with two federal ministers contradicting each other on the issue.
Information Minister Qamar Zaman Kaira said Friday that judicial proceedings will be initiated soon into Taseer’s assassination, while Interior …. Source article on Gaea Times at : PPP divided over judicial inquiry in Taseer killing.
16 NATO tankers torched in Balochistan
ISLAMABAD – At least 16 NATO oil tankers were torched by unidentified attackers in Pakistan’s Balochistan province, a media report said Saturday.
The incident occurred Friday night in the Mangoli area of Dera Murad Jamali city in which one of the drivers was injured, while the fire also engulfed a nearby hotel, The Express Tribune … Original source on Gaea Times at : 16 NATO tankers torched in Balochistan.