Crime Watch – Weekly Newsletter for January 24-31, 2011
Monday, January 31, 2011
Jammu and Kashmir on alert over Lashkar strike threat
JAMMU – A red alert was sounded across Jammu and Kashmir Monday following reports of a major terrorist strike being planned in the run-up to the Republic Day Jan 26, said sources in intelligence agencies here.
The state government and the union home ministry have started exchanging notes on security issues on an hourly-basis.
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Pakistan demands drone technology from US
ISLAMABAD – Pakistani Prime Minister Yousaf Raza Gilani Sunday said his country has asked the US to share its drone technology so as to enable Pakistan’s military to hit more militant hideouts on its own.
“We have asked the US to hand over the drone technology to us, so that we can carry out these …. Source article : Pakistan demands drone technology from US.
Don’t want intellectuals to support Maoists: Narayanan
KOLKATA – West Bengal Governor M.K. Narayanan Sunday said intellectuals should not support the Maoist ideology and actions.
“We don’t want intellectuals to support Maoist ideology and Maoist actions,” Narayanan said on the sidelines of a programme celebrating the 114th birth anniversary of Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose here.
Asked why a section of intellectuals and …. Source article on Gaea Times at : Don’t want intellectuals to support Maoists: Narayanan.
West Midnapore killings most unfortunate: Narayanan
KOLKATA – West Bengal governor M.K. Narayanan Sunday condemned the killing of three people in West Bengal’s West Midnapore district by suspected Maoist guerrillas, terming it “most unfortunate.”
“Human beings should not be killed. It is most unfortunate,” Narayanan told media persons on the sidelines of a programme here.
Three people were shot dead and …. Original article on Gaea Times at : West Midnapore killings most unfortunate: Narayanan.
Former ISI officer killed by Taliban
ISLAMABAD – “Colonel Imam”, a former officer of Pakistan’s Inter-Service Intelligence (ISI) abducted in March 2010, was Sunday killed by the Pakistani Taliban in North Waziristan, media reports said.
The officer, whose real name was Sultan Amir Tarar, had gone to North Waziristan accompanied by another former ISI officer, Khalid Khwaja, BBC journalist Asad Qureshi … Read : Former ISI officer killed by Taliban.
Rajesh Talwar Attacked Near Court
GHAZIABAD, INDIA (GaeaTimes.com)- In a sensational development the father of Aarushi Talwar, namely Rajesh Talwar has been attacked near Ghaziabad court and the assault left him bleeding extensively. The man who attacked him used a meat cleaver. The 29 year old man was later identified as Utsav Sharma. The cops said later …. Original article : Rajesh Talwar Attacked Near Court.
Goods train bombed, bus attacked in Assam ahead of R-Day
GUWAHATI/IMPHAL – Tribal militants Tuesday bombed a goods train and attacked a passenger bus wounding three people in separate incidents in Assam ahead of Republic Day.
The running of all night passenger trains in the region has been suspended until Jan 30 on security reasons, officials said.
Both the incidents are believed to be part … Original source on Gaea Times at : Goods train bombed, bus attacked in Assam ahead of R-Day.
Two terrorists involved in Moscow airport blast
Moscow, Jan 25 (IANS/RIA Novosti) Two terrorists were involved in a suicide bomb attack at Moscow’s Domodedovo International Airport that killed 35 and injured up to 180 Monday, a law enforcement source said.
Both terrorists died in the explosion that ripped through the international arrivals zone at 4.40 p.m., as friends and taxi drivers were … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : Two terrorists involved in Moscow airport blast.
Chhattisgarh ups security after Maoists threat
RAIPUR – Security was stepped up across Chhattisgarh and forces were relocated to vulnerable areas of Bastar region Tuesday in the wake of inputs that rebels may carry out attacks on Republic Day Wednesday.
“Security forces always maintain extra vigil in Maoist strongholds but ahead of the Republic Day function, troopers were relocated in jungle … Read more : Chhattisgarh ups security after Maoists threat.
It was a well-planned terrorist act: Medvedev
Moscow, Jan 25 (IANS/RIA Novosti) Russian President Dmitry Medvedev Tuesday termed the Monday’s deadly blast incident at the capital’s Domodedovo International Airport as “a well-planned terrorist act” which aimed at killing “as many people as possible”.
According to preliminary reports, a suicide bomber blew himself up Monday afternoon in the airport’s crowded international arrivals hall …. Source : It was a well-planned terrorist act: Medvedev.
Menon to visit Washington to prepare for strategic dialogue
WASHINGTON – Counter-terrorism cooperation is expected to be high on the agenda of Indian National Security Advisor, Shivshankar Menon, in talks here this week in preparation for the next round of India-US Strategic Dialogue in April.
Menon will meet several top Obama Administration officials including Secretary of State Hillary Clinton, who will lead the US …. Original article on Gaea Times at : Menon to visit Washington to prepare for strategic dialogue.
Unease after ex-official’s death in Taliban captivity
Islamabad, Jan 25 (IANS/AKI) The death in captivity of former Pakistani intelligence official Sultan Amir Tarar almost a year after he was kidnapped by militants has caused unease among officials and the militants themselves, said a prominent analyst.
Nothing is clear so far. But it looks like he died apparently from cardiac arrest as … Read : Unease after ex-official’s death in Taliban captivity.
Anti terror panel blames `insufficient’ security for Moscow blast
MOSCOW – Insufficient security measures in Moscow’s Domodedovo airport are to blame for Monday’s deadly blast, which left 35 dead, a spokesman for Russia’s national anti-terrorism committee (NAC) said Tuesday.
“Security measures in the Domodedovo airport were insufficient, otherwise the terrorist attack would have never taken place,” Nikolai Sintsov told the Rossiya 24 TV channel.
…. Source : Anti terror panel blames `insufficient’ security for Moscow blast.
Paris airport evacuated over suspected explosive
PARIS – An airport in Paris was briefly evacuated Monday after authorities received a report of suspected explosive, police said.
A bomb disposal expert was called to a terminal at the Roissy Charles De Gaulle Airport on the northern outskirts of Paris, where an unclaimed baggage was found and reckoned to be an explosive, a … Original source on Gaea Times at : Paris airport evacuated over suspected explosive.
UN chief slams bombing at Moscow airport
UNITED NATIONS – UN Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon condemned the deadly suicide bombing at Moscow’s Domodedovo Airport Monday, which killed at least 35 people.
The secretary-general is “appalled” by the incident and “condemns this deplorable and unjustifiable act of violence against innocents”, UN spokesman Farhan Haq told reporters here.
According to Xinhua, Ban “conveys his …. Original source : UN chief slams bombing at Moscow airport.
Obama condemns ‘outrageous’ attack at Moscow airport
WASHINGTON – US President Barack Obama condemned the “outrageous” suicide attack on a Moscow airport Monday and vowed to stand firmly with Russia in fighting terrorism.
“I strongly condemn this outrageous act of terrorism against the Russian people at the Domodedovo Airport,” Obama said in a statement read by White House spokesman Robert Gibbs.
“I …. Source : Obama condemns ‘outrageous’ attack at Moscow airport.
Suicide bombers kill 35 in Moscow airport (Fourth Lead)
MOSCOW – A suicide bombing attack Monday at Moscow’s Domodedovo International Airport killed at least 35 people. Russian President Dmitry Medvedev has ordered an increase of security at all of the country’s airports and transportation hubs.
Yelena Galanova, the airport’s press secretary, confirmed that the toll from the deadly blast has risen to 35.
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Suicide bombers kill 31 in Moscow airport (Third Lead)
MOSCOW – Russian President Dmitry Medvedev ordered an increase of security at all of the country’s airports and transportation hubs after a suicide bombing Monday ripped through Moscow’s Domodedovo International Airport, killing at least 31 people.
At least 130 other people were injured in the blast that took place at the airport’s international arrivals hall …. Read the original article : here.
31 killed in Moscow airport suicide bombing (Second Lead)
MOSCOW – At least 31 people were killed and over 130 injured in an apparent suicide bombing at Moscow’s Domodedovo airport Monday, the Russian health ministry said.
The Russian Investigative Committee’s Transport Investigative Department confirmed that an explosion occurred at Domodedovo airport’s luggage reclaim zone at the international arrivals terminal, Itar-Tass news agency reported.
“According …. Original article : 31 killed in Moscow airport suicide bombing (Second Lead).
Maoist leader arrested, sent to police custody
KOLKATA – A local court in West Bengals West Midnapore district Monday sent an arrested Maoist leader to 14 days police custody, police said.
“Kaliram Soren, a Maoist squad member active in Binpur area, was arrested Sunday night and presented before the Jhargram court Monday afternoon. The court has remanded him in police custody for … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : Maoist leader arrested, sent to police custody.
20 killed in Moscow airport blast
MOSCOW – At least 20 people were killed in a suicide explosion at Moscow’s Domodedovo airport Monday evening, media reports said.
The Investigative Committee’s Transport Investigative Department confirmed the explosion occurred at the luggage reclaim zone at the international arrivals terminal, Itar-Tass news agency reported.
However, according to RIA Novosti, the toll was 10.
Preliminary …. Original article on Gaea Times at : 20 killed in Moscow airport blast.
Ahmedabad blasts convicts’ sentences enhanced
GANDHINAGAR – The Gujarat High Court Monday enhanced the sentences of four people convicted in the May 2002 tiffin box bomb blasts in Ahmedabad from ten years jail to life imprisonment, while the fifth was absolved of all charges.
A division bench of Justice Jayant Patel and Justice H.B. Antani Monday allowed the states … Read more : Ahmedabad blasts convicts’ sentences enhanced.
26 Shiite pilgrims killed in Iraq car bombings
KARBALA – Terrorists set off two car bombs in Iraq’s holy city of Karbala Monday, killing at least 26 mostly Shiite pilgrims and injuring nearly 200 others, security and medical officials said.
In the first attack, a car exploded in a parking lot, killing 12 and injuring 32.
A second car bomb exploded a few …. Source : Gaea News Network.
Three Maoists arrested in Jharkhand
RANCHI – Three Maoist guerrillas, wanted for murder and other serious offences, were arrested in Jharkhand Monday, police said.
Pawan Gope, commander of Peoples Liberation Front of India (PLFI) was arrested from Tupudana situated on outskirts of Ranchi. Two more PLFI rebels were arrested from Bhonda village of Khuti district, around 45 km from Ranchi, …. Source article on Gaea Times at : Three Maoists arrested in Jharkhand.
Four held as probe begins into Lahore, Karachi blasts
ISLAMABAD – Four suspects have been held as investigations began into Tuesday’s bombings in Lahore and Karachi that left 15 people dead, a media report said.
Dunya TV reported that police have sealed the Lahore blast site near the revered shrine Data Darbar, where the saint’s 967th birth anniversary celebrations were underway.
The funeral of … Read : Four held as probe begins into Lahore, Karachi blasts.
Bihar celebrates 62nd Republic Day
PATNA – Bihar celebrated the 62nd Republic Day Wednesday, with Governor Devanand Konwar hoisting the national flag here at an event also attended by Chief Minister Nitish Kumar.
After unfurling the national flag, the governor lauded the government for initiating steps to combat corruption and crime.
“Without checking corruption, development cannot reach the common people,” …. Source : Gaea News Network.
Strike hits Republic Day in Meghalaya
SHILLONG – A shutdown called by a militant group affected life in Meghalaya Wednesday as the state celebrated Republic Day.
In Shillong, the state capital, Governor R.S. Mooshahary unfurled the national flag and took the salute at a ceremonial parade.
The celebration was marred by a shutdown called by the outlawed Hynniewtrep National …. Read the original article : Strike hits Republic Day in Meghalaya.
Indian culture, military might unfold at R’Day (Second Lead)
NEW DELHI – India Wednesday celebrated its 62nd Republic Day, displaying its military might and vibrant cultural diversity, a spectacle witnessed by the country’s who’s who and tens of thousands of enthusiastic commoners on a grand boulevard in the heart of Delhi.
Among those who watched the parade at Rajpath with visible delight was Indonesian … Original article on : Indian culture, military might unfold at R’Day (Second Lead).
Chhattisgarh Police hunt for abducted colleagues
RAIPUR – Security forces combed the forests of Chhattisgarh Wednesday looking for five Chhattisgarh Armed Forces (CAF) personnel and a civilian abducted by Maoists a day earlier.
On Tuesday, the Maoists stopped a passenger bus in a forested belt in Narayanpur district in Bastar region and seized the men.
The security personnel were going …. Source article on Gaea Times at : Chhattisgarh Police hunt for abducted colleagues.
Northeast snubs separatists to celebrate R-Day
GUWAHATI – People in northeast India defied calls by separatist rebels to boycott Republic Day and joined the celebrations across the region amid a strike called by the militants Wednesday, officials said.
“It is heartening to find people coming to attend the Republic Day functions across the region despite calls by some militants to boycott …. Source article on Gaea Times at : Northeast snubs separatists to celebrate R-Day.
High costs ground Pakistan gunships in terror war
ISLAMABAD – The Pakistan military is struggling to maintain the ferocity of its campaign against the Taliban guerrillas in the tribal regions due to a resource crunch that has grounded its helicopter gunships, a media report said.
Resource constraints have put a halt to almost all operations against the Taliban barring few sporadic actions, an … Read : High costs ground Pakistan gunships in terror war.
Orissa vows to crush Maoists
CUTTACK – Orissa celebrated Republic Day Wednesday, with Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik pledging to crush the Maoists.
Accusing the guerrillas of obstructing development, Patnaik said after unfurling the national flag here that the government would surely overcome the Maoist challenge.
… Read the original article on Gaea Times at : Orissa vows to crush Maoists.
Maoists threaten Indian democracy: Governor
RAIPUR – Describing Maoists as “inhuman and a threat to Indian democracy”, Chhattisgarh Governor Shekhar Dutt said Wednesday that the country would crush the challenges of “violent forces”.
In his 20-minute speech, Dutt said that Maoists had expanded their reach in the states border regions and jungle pockets and waged war against the Indian … Original article on : Maoists threaten Indian democracy: Governor.
Remote controlled bomb caused blast in Philippines
MANILA – A homemade remote-controlled bomb caused the huge explosion Tuesday in a passenger bus in a Philippine city, killing five people, an official said.
The massive explosion took place in Makati city in which 13 people were injured.
National Security Adviser Cesar Garcia said that the blast was caused by an 81mm mortar that …. Read the original article : Remote controlled bomb caused blast in Philippines.
Interpol to help probe Moscow bombing
Moscow/Paris, Jan 26 (IANS/RIA Novosti) Interpol is ready to help Russia investigate Monday’s terrorist attack at Moscow’s Domodedovo airport, the organisation’s secretary general Ronald K. Noble has said.
“Our bureau in Moscow and all relevant Russian law enforcement officials can count on Interpol’s full support to bring those responsible to justice,” Noble said Tuesday.
According … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : Interpol to help probe Moscow bombing.
US seek ouster of UN special rapporteur for 9/11 theories
NEW YORK – The US demanded Tuesday that UN Special Rapporteur Richard Falk be sacked, after he made controversial comments regarding possible US involvement in the Sep 11, 2001 terrorist attacks on New York and Washington.
Falk, himself a US citizen, made comments that are “so noxious that it should finally be plain to all … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : US seek ouster of UN special rapporteur for 9/11 theories.
Ex-Guantanamo detainee gets life in US embassy bombings
NEW YORK – A US judge Tuesday sentenced former Guantanamo detainee Ahmed Ghailani to life in prison for his role in the bombings of the US embassies in Kenya and Tanzania in 1998.
Judge Lewis Kaplan also ordered Ghailani to pay nearly $34 million in legal fees to the US District Court in Lower Manhattan …. Read the original article : here.
India faces money laundering, terror financing risks: IMF
WASHINGTON – As a leader among the emerging economies in Asia with a strongly growing economy and demography, India is facing a range of money laundering and terrorist financing risks, according to a new International Monetary Fund (IMF) report.
“India continues to be a significant target for terrorist groups and has been the victim of …. Read the original article : here.
Five Chhattisgarh cops abducted, searches launched
RAIPUR – Maoists stopped a bus in Chhattisgarh’s restive Bastar region Tuesday and abducted six passengers, including five policemen, on the eve of the Republic Day. Police have launched combing operations in the thickly forested area to rescue the six.
The passengers were abducted from an interior pocket in Narayanpur district, about 350 km south …. Source article on Gaea Times at : Five Chhattisgarh cops abducted, searches launched.
PM condemns Moscow terror attacks
NEW DELHI – Strongly condemning the terrorist attack at Moscow’s airport, Prime Minister Manmohan Singh Tuesday conveyed his deep anguish to Russian President Dmitry Medvedev and underlined the need for India and Russia to work together to combat extremism.
In a message to Medvedev, Manmohan Singh expressed his deep anguish and condemnation of the …. Read the original article : here.
India calls for collective global action against terror
NEW DELHI – Highlighting the growing global profile of India and its ongoing stint at the UN Security Council, President Pratibha Patil Tuesday called upon the international community to take collective steps to eradicate terrorism and stressed on New Delhi’s dialogue with its neighbours to create stability in the region.
“Terrorism poses the single …. Original article : India calls for collective global action against terror.
15 killed in suicide blasts targeting Shiites in Lahore, Karachi (Third Lead)
ISLAMABAD – At least 13 people, including a woman and four policemen, were killed and over 50 others injured in a suicide bomb attack in Lahore Tuesday evening during a religious procession of Shiite Muslims, while two people lost their lives in a police van explosion in the port city of Karachi, officials said.
An … Original article on : 15 killed in suicide blasts targeting Shiites in Lahore, Karachi (Third Lead).
Explosives seized from Maoist hideout
RANCHI – A huge cache of explosives was recovered from a Maoist hideout in Jharkhand’s Chatra district Tuesday, police said.
Acting on a tip-off, police raided a house at Sonpur Bigha village under Huntergaj police station and recovered 150 kg of ammonium nitrate and 20 kg of gelatine sticks.
According to police sources, …. Source : Gaea News Network.
13 killed in suicide blast in Lahore Shiite procession (Second Lead)
ISLAMABAD – At least 13 people, including four policemen, were killed and over 50 others injured in a suicide bomb attack in Lahore Tuesday evening during a religious procession of Shiite Muslims, officials said.
A woman was among the victims in the blast that took place near the concluding point of the religious procession at … Original article on : 13 killed in suicide blast in Lahore Shiite procession (Second Lead).
Car blast kills four in Russia
Dagestan (Russia), Jan 27 (IANS/RIA Novosti) At least four people were killed and six others injured when a blast ripped through a cafe late Wednesday night in Russia’s volatile southern republic of Dagestan, located in the North Caucasus region of Russia, a local hospital’s spokesman said.
It was a car bomb that exploded near …. Source article : Car blast kills four in Russia.
US sends police officer to get data on Moscow blast
Moscow, Jan 26 (IANS/RIA Novosti) The US has sent a New York Police Department (NYPD) officer to Moscow to collect information on the terrorist attack at the Russian capital’s Domodedovo airport, where a powerful blast Monday evening killed 35 people.
Up to 180 people were injured when a suicide bomber detonated an explosive device in …. Source : Gaea News Network.
US embassy bombings: Ex-Guantanamo detainee gets life term (Second Lead)
NEW YORK – A US judge Tuesday sentenced former Guantanamo detainee Ahmed Ghailani to life in prison for his role in the bombings of the US embassies in Kenya and Tanzania in 1998.
Judge Lewis Kaplan also ordered Ghailani to pay nearly $34 million in legal fees to the US District Court in Lower Manhattan …. Source : Gaea News Network.
Man who bombed two US embassies in Africa gets life term
NEW YORK – Ahmed Khalfan Ghailani, the first former detainee at Guantnamo Bay, Cuba, to be tried in the civilian court system, has been sentenced to life in prison for his role in the 1998 bombings of two United States Embassies in east Africa.
The nearly simultaneous attacks in Nairobi, Kenya, and Dar es …. Source : Man who bombed two US embassies in Africa gets life term.
GNLA member killed, camp busted
SHILLONG – Security forces Wednesday busted a training camp of the Garo National Liberation Army (GNLA) in Meghalaya, killing a guerrilla and arresting three others, police said.
A special operation team backed by the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) raided the camp in East Garo Hills district, police said.
A GNLA cadre was …. Source : GNLA member killed, camp busted.
Republic Day celebrated peacefully in Orissa
BHUBANESWAR – The 62nd Republic Day was celebrated peacefully across Orissa with Governor Murlidhar Chandrakant Bhandare and Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik unfurling the tri colour flag at different functions.
“There was no report of any untoward incident from any part of the state till 11 a.m.,” Inspector General of Police (law and order) Arun Sarangi … Read this article on Gaea Times at : Republic Day celebrated peacefully in Orissa.
Maoists blast school building
RANCHI – Maoists blasted a school building and hoisted black flags in Jharkhand’s Palamau districts during Republic Day Wednesday, police sources said.
The guerrillas used detonators to attack the building in Rajharaa Khutti village. Black flags were put up on two schools.
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Russia to mourn Wednesday for airport blast victims
Moscow, Jan 25 (IANS/RIA Novosti) Authorities in Moscow have declared a day of mourning Wednesday for the victims of a deadly terrorist attack in the capital’s Domodedovo airport, a spokesperson announced.
At least 35 people were killed and 180 others were injured in the suicide attack at the airport’s arrivals gate Monday.
Over 100 people …. Source : Russia to mourn Wednesday for airport blast victims.
Yashwant Sonawane Burnt Alive
MALEGAON, INDIA (Gaeatimes.com)- Yashwant Sonawane, the additional district collector of Malegaon was burnt to death by patrol and diesel mafia on Tuesday afternoon. The horrifying incident is said to have taken place earlier today Manmad, situated in the Nashik district of the state of Maharashtra at a distance of 10 kms from Malgaon. The …. Source article on Gaea Times at : Yashwant Sonawane Burnt Alive.
Six killed in Lahore blast
LAHORE – At least six people were killed and several others were injured in a blast in Pakistan’s Lahore city Tuesday evening, Xinhua reported.
…. Source article on Gaea Times at : Six killed in Lahore blast.
Taj Hotel is honoured to be part of Harvard study
MUMBAI – The Taj Hotel is honoured to be part of a Harvard Business School case study following the inclusion of the heroic response of its employees during the 26/11 terror attacks here, a hotel spokesperson said in a statement.
“We are honoured to be a part of the Harvard Business School case study in … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : Taj Hotel is honoured to be part of Harvard study.
Arabs more threatened than Jews after watching violent clips
LONDON – A study revealed that the level of threat the Arabs feel after watching a violent clip was significantly higher than for the Jewish participants.
The study was conducted by Moshe Zeidner with counterpart Hasida Ben-Zur and Shlomit Reshef of the University of Haifa, Israel.
They set out to examine whether exposure to TV … Read more »»».
Bangladesh group used Pakistan grenades for terror attacks
DHAKA – Using a cache of 32 grenades it received from Pakistan-based Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT), Bangladeshi Islamist outfit Harkatul Jihad al Islami (HuJI) staged seven attacks during 2004-05 against then opposition leader and now prime minister Sheikh Hasina and others, investigators have disclosed.
The attacks also were against former finance minister S.A.M.S. Kibria and then …. Source article : Bangladesh group used Pakistan grenades for terror attacks.
Police kill nine suspected Maoists in Jharkhand
RANCHI – At least nine Maoists were killed in a gun battle with the police in Jharkhand’s Latehar district early Friday, police said. Their bodies were also recovered.
“We got information about Maoists’ presence in Barwadih jungle late Thursday. Police forces surrounded the jungle and asked the guerrillas to surrender,” Superintendent of Police Kuldip Dwivedi …. Read the original article : Police kill nine suspected Maoists in Jharkhand.
Abducted Chhattisgarh cops untraceable, Maoists mum
RAIPUR – Five policemen and a civilian abducted by Maoists three days ago in Chhattisgarh’s Narayanpur district remained untraceable Friday despite extensive search operations while the guerrillas maintained silence, not making any demands in exchange for their release, police said.
“Police search parties combed several forested locations in Narayanpur district where rebels could have … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : Abducted Chhattisgarh cops untraceable, Maoists mum.
Pakistan to again seek access to 26/11 witnesses
ISLAMABAD – Pakistan has again decided to ask India for access to the witnesses of the 26/11 Mumbai terror attack to record their statements. A formal request is going to be filed soon, officials said.
This would be the second time that Pakistan would be making such a request, interior ministry officials told The Express …. Original source : Pakistan to again seek access to 26/11 witnesses.
Nine Maoists killed in Jharkhand
RANCHI – At least nine Maoist guerrillas were killed in a gunbattle with security forces in Jharkhand’s Latehar district early Friday, police said.
“We got information about Maoists’ presence in Barwadih jungle late Thursday. Police forces surrounded the jungle and asked Maoists to surrender. The rebels started firing against the police and the encounter lasted …. Original article on Gaea Times at : Nine Maoists killed in Jharkhand.
Protests in Megalaya over fake gunfight
SHILLONG – Angry villagers Thursday protested in Meghalaya’s East Garo Hills district against the killing of a Garo rebel leader in an alleged fake gunfight by security forces.
Washington N.Marak, 50, a Garo National Liberation Army (GNLA) rebel was shot dead Wednesday and four suspected rebels arrested from Rongrekgre village. Police claimed to have recovered …. Source : Gaea News Network.
Village headman held for helping Maoists
BHUBANESWAR – A sarpanch (village council chief) in Orissa’s Sundergarh district was arrested Thursday for supplying explosives to Maoists, police said.
Srikant Samant of Chandiposh was arrested for supplying explosives to the rebels, Superintendent of Police Diptesh Patnaik told IANS.
Samant was arrested after police discovered a huge catch of explosives including gelatin sticks, detonators … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : Village headman held for helping Maoists.
48 killed in Baghdad car bombing
BAGHDAD – At least 48 people were killed and 121 injured in a car bomb blast in northwestern Baghdad Thursday, an interior ministry official said.
The attack took place in the afternoon when a booby-trapped car parked in Shula area was detonated, the official told Xinhua on condition of anonymity.
Following the deadly blast, dozens …. Source article on Gaea Times at : 48 killed in Baghdad car bombing.
Moscow suicide bomber hung around for 15 minutes: report
Moscow, Jan 27 (IANS/RIA Novosti) The suicide bomber who detonated an explosive device Monday at Moscow’s Domodedovo airport was hanging around the arrival zone for about 15 minutes before blowing himself up, an investigator said Thursday.
The terrorist mixed with the crowd and pretended to be waiting for somebody for 15 minutes, the investigator said, …. Source article : Moscow suicide bomber hung around for 15 minutes: report.
Contract killer of Chhota Rajan gang nabbed
MUMBAI – The Anti-Terrorist Squad (ATS) of Mumbai Police Thursday arrested a contract killer who used to work with the Chhota Rajan gang, an official said.
We have arrested 31-year-old Avinash Rashid Narayan Mishra and have seized seven revolvers and 28 cartridges from him. Mishra used to work in the Chhota Rajan gang and … Read more : Contract killer of Chhota Rajan gang nabbed.
Elements in Pakistani state back terror: India
NEW DELHI – Ahead of bilateral talks in Thimphu, India Thursday asked Pakistan to tackle the ‘Frankenstein monster’ of terror it has created and said “some elements” in the Pakistani state were backing terrorists.
India also pointed out that it had beefed up security around its assets in Afghanistan and demanded that safe havens … Read more : Elements in Pakistani state back terror: India.
Terror threat to Indians in Afghanistan not over: India
NEW DELHI – There is “constant threat” of terror attacks to Indian interests in Afghanistan, Foreign Secretary Nirupama Rao said Thursday, adding that New Delhi had strengthened security around its missions and project sites in the country.
“There is a constant threat. It is not over. We have taken measures to strengthen security at embassy … Original article on : Terror threat to Indians in Afghanistan not over: India.
Yeshwant Sonawane’s Killers Arrested
NASHIK, INDIA (GaeaTimes.com)- According to the latest investigation of the police, it has been discovered that the main culprits behind the brutal murder of additional district collector of Malegoan, Yeshwant Sonawane was none other than the mafias involved in the black marketing of kerosene in the Nashik district of Maharashtra. All the accused have …. Source article : Yeshwant Sonawane’s Killers Arrested.
Blast in Davos hotel ahead of WEF meet
DAVOS – A small blast took place at a hotel close to the site of the World Economic Forum (WEF) in Davos, Switzerland, breaking the windows of the premises, a media report Thursday said.
A session focusing on organised crime – \”Criminals Without Borders\” – was scheduled for the hotel at noon Thursday, with speakers including … Read : Blast in Davos hotel ahead of WEF meet.
Bomb scare at Rajiv Chowk metro station
NEW DELHI – Entry to the bustling Rajiv Chowk metro station was barred for an hour Thursday and a search undertaken after police received an anonymous call threatening to blow up the station. The call was later declared a hoax.
According to a Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) official, the police received a call at … Read : Bomb scare at Rajiv Chowk metro station.
Lindsay Ann Hawker’s Murderer Confesses Through Book
LOS ANGELES, (GaeaTimes.com)- Tatsuya Ichihashi, the 32 year old man who was accused of killing and raping British teacher Lindsay Ann Hawker in 2007 has confessed in his book that he wished that the victim ‘could come back to life’. Tatsuya Ichihashi was arrested in 2009 after being on the run for more … Original article on : Lindsay Ann Hawker’s Murderer Confesses Through Book.
Eight die in suicide bombing in Pakistan tunnel
ISLAMABAD – A suicide bomber blew up his truck packed with 500 kg explosives inside a tunnel in Pakistan’s northwest, killing eight people early Saturday, officials said.
The bombing took place soon after midnight in the Kohat tunnel that connects the cities of Peshawar and Kohat.
Khalid Khan Omarzai, an official, told DPA that the … Read this article on Gaea Times at : Eight die in suicide bombing in Pakistan tunnel.
Juliani Cardenas Dead?
PATTERSON (GaeaTimes.com)- Police now are fearing that four year old Juliani Cardenas who was allegedly abducted on January 18 is dead. Yes, negative thoughts gripped the minds of the investigators after a 2003 silver colored Toyota Corrolo was found yesterday from the Delta-Mendota Canal near Patterson in northern California. Police believe that the car … Read : Juliani Cardenas Dead?.
Deputy governor killed in an Afghan attack
KABUL – A deputy governor of one of Afghanistan’s southern provinces was killed Saturday in a roadside attack, officials said.
“Kandahar Deputy Governor Abdul Latif Ashna was martyred when he was on his way to the office in a car,” a statement from the provincial governor’s office said.
“An explosive-laden motorbike parked on a [..] Read the original article: here.
Twin blasts rock Pakistan’s tribal area
ISLAMABAD – Two powerful blasts rocked the Bara market area of Khyber agency in Pakistan’s northwestern tribal area, a media report said Saturday.
“It is not yet known whether it was a planted device, but local sources confirm that a convoy of security forces has been targeted in it,” Aaj TV reported.
“Initially, there are … Original source on Gaea Times at : Twin blasts rock Pakistan’s tribal area.
No religion preaches terror: Rahul Gandhi
AURANGABAD – Congress MP Rahul Gandhi Saturday condemned terrorism in all forms and said no religion preaches “killing of innocent people”.
Addressing a media conference here on the final day of his three-day trip to Maharashtra, Gandhi said that religion and terrorism had no connection.
“I have not come across any religion which preaches violence … Read more »»».
Abducted cops’ families appeal for freedom, Maoists mum
RAIPUR – The families of the five policemen abducted by Maoists three days ago in Chhattisgarh’s Narayanpur district rushed to restive Bastar region Friday and appealed to the Maoists through media to release them as they belonged to very poor families.
Besides the policemen, a civilian was also abducted. All six have … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : Abducted cops’ families appeal for freedom, Maoists mum.
Protect witnesses in Ishrat Jahan case, says court
GANDHINAGAR – The Gujarat High Court Friday said that the Ishrat Jahan staged shootout case was of national importance and directed that police witnesses should be placed where they would not be working as subordinates to officials linked to the case.
Appointing senior advocate Yogesh Lakhani as amicus curiae on the plea of Karnail Singh, …. Source : Protect witnesses in Ishrat Jahan case, says court.
Six killed in explosion in Afghan capital
KABUL – Six civilians were killed and seven were injured in an explosion that rocked the diplomatic enclave of the Afghan capital Friday, officials said.
The blast took place in a supermarket in Wazir Akbar Khan, an area in central Kabul which houses almost all the foreign embassies, said Mohammad Zahir, head of Kabul’s criminal … Original article on : Six killed in explosion in Afghan capital.
Rodney Alcala Indicted In New Cases
NEW YORK (GaeaTimes.com)- Serial killer Rodney Alcala, who was sentenced to death last year in California for murdering four women and a 12-year-old girl, has been indicted in two additional murder cases. The rape and murder of flight attendant Cornelia Michel Crilley as well as Hollywood heiress Ellen Hover in 1971 and 1977 respectively, …. Read the original article : Rodney Alcala Indicted In New Cases.
Multiple crisis have come together in Pakistan: Author
NEW DELHI – One of Pakistan’s top writers Ahmed Rashid, the author of Taliban and the Descent Into Chaos, says his country is witnessing multiple crisis and the situation is far worse than anything it has experienced.
Ahmed said his country was shocked by the reaction of millions of people supporting the killer of …. Original article on Gaea Times at : Multiple crisis have come together in Pakistan: Author.
Julie Powers Schenecker Hospitalized
TAMPA (GaeaTimes.com)- Julie Powers Schenecker, the 50 year old mother who has been charged of killing her own children has been hospitalized. As per the latest reports, the Hillsborough County resident was admitted to the Tampa General Hospital shortly after midnight on Saturday where is undergoing a treatment for some medical condition that has not … Read : Julie Powers Schenecker Hospitalized.
Two Moscow malls evacuated after terror alert
Moscow, Jan 29 (IANS/RIA Novosti) Visitors were evacuated Saturday from two shopping malls in Moscow after they received a terror threat, police said.
Police evacuated the Mega-Belaya Dacha shopping centre in southeast Moscow after they found a written message saying an explosion would occur at 9 p.m. (1800 GMT), a spokesperson said.
Another bomb threat …. Original source : Two Moscow malls evacuated after terror alert.
Moscow airport blast aimed at foreigners
Moscow, Jan 29 (IANS/RIA Novosti) The Jan 24 suicide blast in Moscow’s Domodedovo airport that killed 35 people was aimed primarily at foreigners, investigators said Saturday.
“It was no accident that the terrorist attack took place in the international arrivals zone. Investigators believe that it was directed against, in the first place, foreign nationals,” investigative …. Original article : Moscow airport blast aimed at foreigners.
Taliban ready for peace talks in Afghanistan
LONDON – Senior commanders of terror outfit Taliban may enter peace talks to end the insurgency in Afghanistan, a media report said.
Afghan president Hamid Karzai has offered to hold reconciliation talks with Taliban fighters, and in recent months the insurgents have reportedly responded to the offers, according to the Daily Express.
Last night, a …. Source : Gaea News Network.
Five blasts rock Pakistan (Second Lead)
ISLAMABAD – A suicide bomber blew up a truck packed with 500 kg of explosives inside a tunnel in Pakistan’s northwestern region, killing eight people early Saturday, while more than 25 people were injured in four other bombings across the country, officials said.
The first bombing took place soon after midnight in the Kohat tunnel …. Original article : Five blasts rock Pakistan (Second Lead).
Larry Wilcox To Serve Probation
FORT LAUDERDALE (GaeaTimes.com)- Former “CHiPs” star Larry Wilcox on Friday was sentenced to three years of probation by a Florida federal court for being part of a fraud scheme that had tried to manipulate stocks. It was indeed a striking contrast to see the actor who once donned the role of the famous cop Jon … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : Larry Wilcox To Serve Probation.
Julie Powers Schenecker Shoots Her Own Children
TAMPA (GaeaTimes.com)- A gory incident shook the entire Hillsborough County on Friday morning after police arrested Julie Powers Schenecker of having murdered her own children. Police found 50-year-old Julie Powers Schenecker smeared in blood at the back porch of her house after she killed her own children a day before. She has been allegedly charged …. Source : Gaea News Network.
Police destroy Maoist camp, one rebel held
BHUBANESWAR – A rebel was nabbed as police destroyed a Maoist camp in Orissa’s Sundergarh district and recovered a huge cache of arms and ammunition from the site, an official said Saturday.
The camp was destroyed Friday afternoon in a forest under Bargaon police station area, about 465 km from here, P.K. Pradhan, deputy commandant … Original article on : Police destroy Maoist camp, one rebel held.