Japan expecting no major trouble from GM’s imminent bankruptcy, stands ready to help suppliersTOKYO — Japan stands ready to assist any Japanese companies seriously hurt by fallout from General Motors’ imminent bankruptcy, government officials said Monday, while brushing off fears of major troubles. Official: US-Cuba talks to resume on immigration, mail service between the 2 countriesWASHINGTON — Cuba has agreed to resume talks with the Obama administration on legal immigration of Cubans to the United States and direct mail service between the two countries, a State Department official said Sunday. Years after hurricanes, FEMA works to move Gulf Coast trailer-dwellers who stay past deadlineNEW ORLEANS — The only thing keeping Gerard Rigney from getting back into his home is the FEMA trailer in his front yard. AP News in BriefIran test fires missiles amid global flap over its nuclear ambitions Obama stresses need for planning, preparation in hurricane-prone areas; gov’t in backup roleWASHINGTON — President Barack Obama says residents of hurricane-prone communities need to take responsibility for their own safety and they need to start planning now. BOC India to pump in Rs. 10 bn for expansionKOLKATA - Industrial gas maker BOC India Ltd, a subsidiary of the Linde Group, has no plans to delist its shares from the stock exchange and would inject Rs.10 billion over the next three years to fund its expansion efforts, senior company officials said here. American Indian farmers prepare for trial in discrimination lawsuit, despite talk of settlingBISMARCK, N.D. — An attorney for American Indian farmers suing the government over alleged farm loan discrimination says the group continues to prepare for a trial despite statements by the Obama administration indicating a willingness to resolve such disputes. Gaffes and laughs at Rashtrapati Bhavan (Sidelights)NEW DELHI - It was a sombre ceremony at the Ashoka Hall in Rashtrapati Bhavan as 59 new parliamentarians took oath as ministers Thursday — but for a few eager MPs who unwittingly evoked much laughter. Heading PETA India isn’t just another job (Interview, With Image)BHUBANESWAR - Eight years ago, while working in a leather buying firm, she was horrified to notice a piece of fur sticking to leather. She went to animal rights group PETA India, was inspired by what she saw and begged them to hire her. US willing to broker Indo-Pak dialogueISLAMABAD - The United States has said that it is ready to broker bilateral talks between India and Pakistan to resolve some of the long pending issues including that of Kashmir. 71 Indian companies participate in key Kazakhstan expoALMATY - Indian and Kazakhstan business ties received a significant fillip when 71 Indian premier companies participated in a major trade promotion jamboree in this scenic commercial capital of Kazakhstan. Alam banking on ’shrink’s’ success to bag Pak Twenty20 World CupKARACHI - Pakistan cricket coach Intikhab Alam believes that his squad is well prepared to handle the pressure during the forthcoming ICC Twenty 20 World Cup starting in June in England. Arjun tanks ready for comparative trials with Russian T-90NEW DELHI - With the delivery of 16 indigenously built Arjun main battle tank (MBT) to the Indian Army today, the combat vehicle is now ready for comparative trials with Russian T-90 tanks. Imran Khan criticizes Sindh govt. for Swat immigrant banLAHORE - Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf Chief Imran Khan has criticized the Sindh government for its decision to ban the entry of Swat immigrants to the province. Government ready to extend olive branch to Pakistan: KrishnaNew Delhi, 24 June (ANI): New External Affairs Minister S M Krishna has said he is ready to extend olive branch to Pakistan if Islamabad effectively cracks down on militants and terrorist bases operating on its soil. China’s robot helicopter ready for marketNEW DELHI - Chinese scientists have said that their independently developed robot helicopter, which can fly automatically without remote control, was ready for production. National Conference denies tiff with Congress over ministerial berthsNEW DELHI - Denying any tiff with the Congress, Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah today said his party was not looking for any ministerial berth in the new government. NASA moon mission to pave way for humans’ returnWASHINGTON - US space agency NASA has said it is ready to send two missions to the moon in a launch next month that will set the course for the resumption of human lunar exploration. Beyonce taking driving lessons from Lewis HamiltonLONDON - Singer-actress Beyonce Knowles enjoyed private driving sessions with Formula One world champion driver Lewis Hamilton at Monaco’s Grand Prix track following her arrival at the Cannes Film Festival. Suu Kyi denies violating Burmese regime’s house arrest rulesYANGON - Burmese opposition leader Aung San Suu Kyi is to deny breaking the terms of her house arrest as imposed by the country’s military junta. UPA’s victory a vindication of its policies: Praful PatelNEW DELHI - The Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) on Sunday said that the United Progressive Alliance’s (UPA) victory in 2009 general elections was a vindication of the policies adopted by the coalition. Economic stimulus to top Manmohan action planNEW DELHI - Prime Minister Manmohan Singh, who had promised a 100-day action plan for his government if returned to power, is expected to give emphasis to the United Progressive Alliance’s unfinished agenda, especially in the infrastructure and development sectors, and announce a fresh stimulus package to pull the economy out of its present slowdown. Paswan loses traditional Hajipur seatPATNA - A disappointed Lok Janshakti Party chief Ram Vilas Paswan, who lost in his traditional constituency of Hajipur, said Saturday that had people in the constituency voted for development he would not have lost. Informa India brings global leaders’ series to India for the first timeMUMBAI - Informa, the owners of information super-brands including Lloyd’s List, Taylor and Francis and Datamonitor, have announced the first Indian edition of the world’s largest series of leadership events. Astronauts start 1st of 5 spacewalks to repair Hubble, install huge new cameraCAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. — A pair of spacewalking astronauts stepped outside Thursday to begin demanding repair work on the Hubble Space Telescope, a job made all the more dangerous because of the high, debris-ridden orbit. Coleen Rooney wants to give birth naturallyLONDON - Mum-to-be Coleen Rooney wants nature to take its course when the time is right for her baby to enter the world. Obama warns of ‘catastrophe’ in Sri LankaWASHINGTON - US President Barack Obama has warned that the humanitarian crisis in Sri Lanka was worsening and urged the government and Tamil rebels to take steps to avoid a potential ‘catastrophe’. Hubble telescope looking good when Atlantis snares it; Next up are 5 days of risky repairsCAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. — Atlantis’ astronauts grabbed the Hubble Space Telescope on Wednesday, then quickly set their sights on the difficult, dangerous and unprecedented spacewalking repairs they will attempt over the next five days. Atlantis’ astronauts grab the Hubble Space Telescope, prepare for difficult, dangerous repairsCAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. — Atlantis’ astronauts grabbed the Hubble Space Telescope on Wednesday, then quickly set their sights on the difficult, dangerous and unprecedented spacewalking repairs they will attempt over the next five days. She’s all that: Filly Rachel Alexandra creates a buzz at Preakness, even before her arrivalBALTIMORE — Having already been soundly defeated twice by Rachel Alexandra, trainer Larry Jones has come to this realization as he prepares Kentucky Derby favorite Friesan Fire for a redemptive ride in the Preakness: |
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