Bangladesh mutiny: West Bengal under red alert

CM Buddhadeb Bhattacharya held an emergency meeting with state chief secretary and home secretary after the outbreak of mutiny in Bangladesh. BSF sounded a red alert along the 2,216-km international border between West Bengal and Bangladesh.

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Heavy gun-battle among Bangla Rifles troops

Heavy gun-batttle broke out among Bangladesh Rifles troops. Atleast one person has been killed and a few injured. BDR has an estimated strength of 67,000 men and is headed by a director general drawn from the Bangladesh Army.

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Pak paid USD 6 million to Taliban for peace in Swat

For putting down their arms in Swat valley, Taliban has received 480 million rupees (USD 6 million) from Pakistani government. A peace deal between the government and religious hardliner Sufi Mohammad has been reached..

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Mutiny rocks Bangladesh, BDR soldiers revolt

The mutiny by BDR men triggered several gun battles in the capital city leading to a number of casualties. Several officers have also been killed at BDR headquarters located in Dhaka's Pilkhana area..

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UN hostage Solecki safe, say captors

In a videotape message released earlier this month, Solecki had complained of failing health. The BLUF had threatened to kill Solecki unless the United Nations acts on its demands. But a Baloch leader said, “Such reports are merely a stupid joke.”.

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US military operation in Pak no secret: Pentagon

NYT in an editorial posted on Sunday, claimed that a crack Frontier Corps unit has used information provided by the CIA and other sources to kill or capture nearly 60 militants in the past seven months, including top rebel commanders.

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Tibetan cabinet: Avoid clashes with Chinese people

The Tibetan government-in-exile cabinet has appealed to those in Tibet, not to engage in protests and to avoid any activity that will bring unnecessary imprisonment, detention and harm to them. It advised them to avoid clashes with Chinese people..

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The Oscars 2009...

'Slumdog Millionaire' made a clean sweep at the Oscars winning 8 out of 10 nominations. The 81st Academy Award held in Australia was hosted by impeccable and impressive Hugh Jackman. To know all, read on....

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Taliban is no threat, says Army vice chief

While Lt Gen N Thamburaj, vice-chief of the army says that Taliban poses no threat to India, foreign affairs minister, Pranab Mukherjee and defence minister, AK Antony maintain that the developments in Pak may eventually, threaten India’s security.

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Lulin would be closest to earth on February 24

Comet Lulin is presently situated in the constellation Virgo and can be seen late night or in early morning. But, it is moving so rapidly that by the evening of February 24, it would be at its closest to the Earth..

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Tigers launch air raids on Colombo

Down but not out. 40 people were reported injured as Tamil Tiger rebels launched audacious air raids on Colombo Friday. The two rebel aircrafts hit a government office at the city center before one of the two low flying planes was shot down. .

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Where’s Bin Laden? Within reach!

It’s been a never ending wait to catch one of the world’s most wanted men and there seemed hardly any hope about it – until now. Geography professors at UCLA have done some legwork that might help the US get closer to capturing Osama Bin Laden.

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Peace deal or Talibanisation of Pakistan?

Pakistan’s decision to enforce ‘Shariya’ in the Swat valley and the neighbouring areas of the north-west in a bid to secure peace and take the steam out of a Taliban uprising raging since late 2007, has led to undesirable consequences, as feared.

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International students plan to leave Canada en masse

Canadian Foreign Office in league with Visa issuing authorities is inflicting recurring insensitivities and injustices upon International Students. With such policies, Canada will turn to a mere icy desert with utter dearth of needed human resource.

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Taliban declares ceasefire, Islamabad loses control

Pakistani Taliban declared a 10-day ceasefire with the Pakistani government in response to the Pakistani government agreeing to impose Shariah Law in the Swat district. Islamabad has steadily lost control of a growing portion of the country..

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Blast in Pakistan, sectarian strife intensifies

The bomb exploded at the procession of a Shia Muslim, who was gunned down by some unidentified militants on February 19. After the bomb blast, the Shia followers retaliated with heavy gun-fire. The injured have been rushed to the local hospital..

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Wake up, Uncle Sam, the honeymoon is over!

The US president is facing of the realities of the post election blues. The promises of de-militarisation seem to be a far cry. How the new situation is to be tackled. But one thing is for sure, that the honeymoon is now permanently over....

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Pakistan's Geo TV reporter shot dead in Swat

The murder of Musa Khan took place just two days after the Pakistan government signed an agreement with the militants to restore Sharia law in the Swat valley. The Swat valley is reported to be a stronghold of Taliban militants.

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Miliband hails Obama’s Afghan policy

After the US, Britain is the second nation, which continues to deliver aid to Afghanistan to fight against the Taliban-led insurgents. Nearly 9,000 British soldiers are presently posted in Afghanistan.

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Pak denies seeking Kasab's custody

Pakistan's deputy attorney general, Ghazi, said Pakistan had formally asked India to hand over Kasab but now the Pakistan foreign office denied any such development. The official spokesperson clarified that Pak had not asked for Kasab's custody yet.

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Thousands to attend Istanbul water meet

The United Nations Environment Programme reveals that two-thirds of the planet will live in water-stressed conditions by 2025, if present consumption patterns continue. Without worldwide efforts, extreme and devastating events are expected to occur.

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France, Britain confirm nuke sub collision in Atlantic

It is believed that the accident took place since submarines failed to detect other nearby vessels on its sonar because of their highly efficient anti-sonar devices, which were aimed at hiding submarines from enemies..

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British, French N-submarines collide, cause concern

Nuclear-armed submarines from Britain and France collided in the Atlantic Ocean earlier this month, acknowledged authorities on Monday. It has triggered off concerns that question the safety of the world's deep sea missile fleets.

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US knows, ‘blessed are the meek…’

The CIA would have been appreciated if it had managed to stop the Mumbai carnage. Why is it playing the Good Samaritan now? It knows that blessed are the meek, for, they shall inherit the earth. Additionally, US coffers are empty now.

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World's tallest monoliths in Jaintia Hills

The cluster of monoliths in Jaintia Hills, Meghalaya is a testimony of Jaintia rulers' strength. It's an amazing site as the monolith is sure to kindle your thought of man's greatest idea and knowledge.

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Clinton asks N-Korea to refrain from missile test

Speaking at Tokyo during her first tour as the secretary of state, Hillary Clinton advised North Korea to refrain from this step but offered a peace treaty if that country put an end to its nuclear weapons programme.

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Is Valentine’s Day against our culture?

There is a saying that change is inevitable. As far as the debate is concerned, let us leave it to individuals to decide whether it is right or wrong. These people have no right to decide what we should do and what we should not!.

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‘I am a software engineer…’

Respect your child's feelings and decisions. Make him believe in himself. He will do wonders. Rather than your child reciting similar lines quoted above, better have a belief in him. Career by choice is better than career by chance..

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Lee Iacocca: The Dollar-an-year man

Lee Iacocca established instant confidence and credibility by taking $ one an year and escalated stock options. With hard work, dedication, smart thinking and being accountable, he was able to turn around the fortune of Chrysler.

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With new Bill, watch child porn at your own risk

Experts opine that once this bill becomes a law, it will change the manner in which cyber crimes are investigated in the country. Earlier, the cyber crimes were not punishable with life imprisonment but now this act will change the entire situation..

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Pakistan arrests LeT Chief Lakhvi and six others

In the wake of mounting pressure to act against terrorists, Pakistan finally arrested six people charged for Mumbai terror attack on Sunday. Pakistan also took Lashkar-e-Tayyeba chief Zaki Ur Rehman Lakhvi into police custody.

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A mind without fear

Do not fear ‘fear’. No problem is solved by running away from it. It has to be faced, head-on. It is true of fear too. Confront it with conviction and you will not fear ‘fear’ anymore. It is all a state of the mind! Nothing more, nothing less!.

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Being single or mingled?

If what is said below makes you feel, “Thank God, I am single!” enjoy being a whole soul. Enjoy being single and being what you are. Treat yourself with something you always wanted to buy, love thyself and say, “Happy Valentine’s Day to me.”.

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Continental flight crashes in New York, 49 killed

CONTINENTAL Airlines plane flying from Newark to Buffalo in New York crashed into a house five miles from Buffalo Niagara International Airport late Thursday, killing 49 persons on board. Officials said 44 passengers, four crew members and one person on the ground was killed when Continental flight no 3407 crashed just minutes before landing.

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Visas to Pak Hindus

Many Pakistani Hindus have requested the Indian government to grant them visas for immersion of ashes of their family-members in the holy Ganges. Indian government should respect their request by granting them special permission to visit Haridwar..

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Al Qaeda & Talibans threat to India and Pakistan

After the Soviets withdrew from Afghanistan, Osama bin Laden returned to his native Saudi Arabia. He founded an organisation to help veterans of the Afghan war, many of whom went on to fight elsewhere and comprise the basis of Al-Qaeda..

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Mahatma's iconic spectacles, watch put on auction

Being spartan in his daily life, Mahatma Gandhi has very few possessions that are available in the private domain. These have generated huge interest among the collectors and it is expected that this auction will generate more than 30, 000 pounds. .

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Going to Korea? Here are some tips

Every country has its own social norms and culture. Knowing these will help a person in an alien land. In recent years, Korea has opened its doors to foreign students and researchers. So knowing Korean culture becomes important to succeed there.

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China continues to violate human rights in Tibet

Samdhong Pinpoche PM of Tibetan government in exile has claimed that in China there is no rule of law and no fair trials. Many Tibetans have been sentenced arbitrarily to years in prison. Daily violence is carried out by the Chinese authorities..

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Pakistan: The latest TRP tool for media houses

The 26/11 Mumbai terror attacks have provided news channels with a convenient punching bag – Pakistan. The media houses are showing anything and everything in the garb of patriotism and nationalism.

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Famous quotes of George W Bush

Former Us President George W Bush has made news for all reasons, both good and bad. During his tenure as US President he made several statements which will remembered for the long time. Here is a list of some of his most enjoyable quotes.

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The genesis of St. Valentine's Day

Valentine's Day is believed to have originated during the time of the Roman Empire. In ancient Rome, February 14 was a holiday to honour Juno, the Queen of the Roman gods and goddesses. The Romans also knew her as the goddess of women and marriage..

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Muslims oppose anti-Semitic attacks in the UK

Several prominent British Muslim organisations and individuals signed a joint letter denouncing recent anti-Semitic attacks in Britain. The group has called upon all Muslims to help prevent attacks on Jews in the United Kingdom.

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Hormonal imbalance: Jobs can recover in six months

Researchers in Texas, Boston, Brazil and India are exploring the diagnosis and treatment of hormone imbalance. Hormone imbalance may cause a wide variety of symptoms including weight disorders, fatigue, pain, chest tightness and anxiety.

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Married people need to joke away the Valentine's Day

In some of the Valentine's Day get togethers, married couples get to experience that romance is not everything in life and there are many other facets to it. To know how they joke about their marriage, read on....

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The most famous Russian souvenir: Matryoshka

Matryoshka, the most famous Russian souvenir has become sort of a formula of a cultural phenomenon, which is unique and has a meaning of its own. Though the designs constantly change and evolve to reflect the times.

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Global warming: Alarming bells for mankind

The constant global warming is directly proportional to the climate change. The change in the climate can result into extinction of several animals. Even the rulers of the earth, mankind, will not be spared by nature's revenge.

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Vatican orders Williamson to reject Holocaust denial

In what could be termed as the Vatican's firmest condemnation of the Holocaust denier ever since Pope Benedict XVI lifted his excommunication last month, the Pope ordered Richard Williamson to recant his denial. The readmission has been criticised..

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Indian civil society endorse democracy in Myanmar

India and Myanmar (Burma) go for wider diplomatic and strategic relationship in the recent days, but the civil societies of the largest democracy prefer a democratic regime at Nay Pie Taw. The Indian vice president’s visit has been welcomed..

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If Nuclear Wars were to break again!

Two atom bombs caused phenomenal destruction. Humans and animals died, plants and trees were burnt, and everything came to a standstill. Even if there were survivors they were to be generally handicapped. Do we want another Nuclear War?.

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UN committed to Afghanistan, says Ban Ki-moon

During an unannounced visit to Kabul UN Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon met with Afghan President Hamid Karzai with a pledge that Afghanistan will be a priority this year. The Secretary-General said the UN was committed to delivering peace in Afghanistan.

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Chinese premier gets shoe shocker in Cambridge

During his last segment of a five-nation Europe tour, Wen Jiabao got a repeat of Bush’s experience in Cambridge University. A protester threw his shoe on him, which luckily missed the target by a metre..

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Sri Lankan journalist honoured in US

Congressman Adam Schiff on the floor of the United States House of Representatives honoured the murdered Editor-in-Chief Lasantha Wickrematunge by reading excerpts of Lasantha's last editorial on 22 January, 2009..

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Bush, Bin Laden, Obama and 9/11’s repercussion

US pride came crumbling down like a house of cards and hundreds of innocents succumbed to 9/11 impact. But it has given the US an opportunity to look into its security fortress and it is this introspection that has kept the US almost immune to terror.

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