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Top Pakistani official urges India to resume talks

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Pakistan Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif’s advisor on foreign affairs Sartaj Aziz has urged India to start the foreign secretary-level talks for resolving various issues, media reported on Sunday.

Aziz, at a seminar titled Muslim-Sikh Dosti Di Tarjman – Baisakhi here, said on Saturday that the Pakistani foreign ministry wondered why India cancelled the talks on its own without consulting Pakistan, Dawn online reported.

Though the new Indian foreign secretary, S. Jaishankar, visited Pakistan on March 3 this year as a goodwill gesture, formal talks were yet to resume, he added.

Living without sex not healthy at all

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Surviving without sex affects the health of even those females, who have acquired over the ages the rare ability to clone themselves and perpetuate offspring without males.

Evolution has endowed females of certain species of amphibians, reptiles and fish with the ability to survive without sex.

The study found that in species where females have evolved the ability to reproduce without males relatively recently, fertilisation is still ensuring the survival of the maximum number of healthy offspring and thus males are still needed.

Iran, Afghanistan join hands against drug trafficking, terrorism

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Iran and Afghanistan have agreed to cooperate against illicit drug trafficking and the perils of terrorism in the region, Iranian President Hassan Rouhani said on Sunday.

“Concerning the issue of narcotics, which is a menace beleaguering the region, including Iran and Afghanistan, we agreed to have intelligence and security cooperation to counter drug trafficking rings,” Rouhani said in joint press conference with his visiting Afghani counterpart Ashraf Ghani Ahmadzai.

Here’s how you can tackle obesity

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(ANI): A new study has dished light on different methods on how one can tackle obesity after identifying six different models of obesity.

The study conducted at University of Sheffield found out that currently individuals are often treated the same regardless of how healthy they are, where they live or their behavioural characteristics.

The research found those who have a BMI of 30 or over actually fit into one of six groups and strategies to successfully tackle weight loss should be tailored according to which group they fall into.

‘Pregnant’ Kate Winslet was unable to pack her boobs while shooting ‘A Little Chaos’

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Kate Winslet has admitted that her boobs were out of control and were growing bigger while shooting ‘ A Little Chaos’ as she was pregnant.

The ‘Titanic’ actress revealed in an interview that it was difficult for her to keep a check on her peeping boobs and she used to deliberately splatter mud on them just to make them look normal, the Daily Star reported.

The 39-year-old Oscar-winner described that she loved playing the character of a feisty, headstrong and bohemian royal gardener, Sabine de Barra, as with that she was able get as filthy dirty as she could. (ANI)

South African President Zuma vows to end xenophobic attacks

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While visiting a refugee camp in the port of Durban after a fresh outbreak of anti-foreigner violence, South African President Jacob Zuma has vowed to bring an end to xenophobic attacks in the country.

Zuma told those who had fled the violence that it went against South African values, reported the BBC.

However, he was jeered by some in the crowd who accused him of acting too slowly.

About six people have been killed in xenophobic attacks in Durban, with violence spreading to other areas.

Bengaluru citizens call for timely civic poll

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Hundreds of local residents on Sunday urged the Karnataka government to hold free, fair and timely civic elections to the Bruhat Bengaluru Mahanagara Palike (BBMP) as directed by the high court.

“The state government should not play politics but respect the constitution and the high court, which has directed it to hold the civic poll in the 198 wards across the city by May 30,” Namma Bengaluru Foundation chief executive Sridhar Pabbisetty said.

India’s investment climate better than other BRICS nations: Report

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(IANS) Though India has a better investment climate among BRICS nations, its regulatory and tax system-related challenges are impacting immediate investment plans, over 90 corporate leaders of German high-tech companies have said in a survey.

The survey, conducted by global accounting consultancy firm EY and research agency Delphi, timed with the recently concluded Hanover Messe 2015 industrial fair where India was partner country.

‘Indian, Pakistani fashion markets draw upon many similarities’

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(IANS) Many associate bold cuts, colours and patterns with Indian fashion whereas Pakistani designs are said to ooze with smart detailing and craftsmanship. However, both the markets are unique and different in their own way, says Saad Ali, CEO of Pakistan Fashion Design Council, the only fashion council in the country that was conceived with the aim to felicitate Pakistani designers.

Police nab two accused of uploading sex video in Odisha

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IANS) Two people involved in uploading a sex video onto the internet leading to a minor girl committing suicide in Odisha’s Cuttack district have been arrested, police said on Sunday.

The 15-year-old girl, who belonged to Nemala village (70-80 km from here), committed suicide on Wednesday night after coming to know that a sex video featuring her with the prime accused had been uploaded on the internet.

14 students of Crescent Academy selected for IAS Mains Examination, 2014

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The credit of this accomplishment goes to the resolute efforts, benefaction and enthusiastic support of Hazrat Maulana Mohd. Fazlur Rahim Mujaddidi mudd’ zillahul aali.

The Civil Services of India (IAS) is one of the elite and the most prestigious services under the Government of India. The recruitment for this honoured service is annually conducted by the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC)

Political roadblocks to return of Kashmiri Pandits

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“The Chief Minister (Mufti Mohammad Sayeed) assured the union home minister that the state government will acquire and provide land at the earliest for composite townships in the valley,” reads a press release issued by Press Information Bureau on April 7.

Maharashtra model town fascinates international beauties

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A once-barren northern Maharashtra town, which has turned into a model-town and drawn global attention for its unique achievements, was visited by Miss World 2014 Rolene Strauss and Miss England 2015 Carina Tyrrell this week.

The two beauty queens, accompanied by Miss World Organisation Chairwoman Julia Morley and Director Steve Douglas visited Shirpur town for two days despite the blistering heat and dust of summer.

Majority of J-K doesn’t subscribe to separatist viewpoint: Congress

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(ANI): The Congress on Thursday condemned the Pakistan Foreign Ministry’s accusations of India using ‘excessive force’ against separatists in Jammu and Kashmir, stating that a majority of the people in the Valley do not subscribe to their views.

“A majority of the people in the Valley do not subscribe to the views and the actions expressed by Masarat Alam. So the Pakistan Foreign Ministry statement is utterly wrong and they should understand that Kashmir is integral part of India,” Congress leader P.C. Chacko told ANI.

Treasure salvaged from 73-year-old sunken ship

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A British-led team salvaged silver coins worth $50 million onboard a ship that sunk in 1942 in South Atlantic while heading to Britain from India, media reported on Wednesday.

The SS City of Cairo sank about 770 km south of the South Atlantic island of St. Helena after being struck by a torpido from a German U-boat during the World War II. The ship was carrying 100 tonnes of silver coins in black boxes to help fund the war effort, BBC reported.

Delhi Literature Festival begins on Friday

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The third edition of the Delhi Literature Festival, which will begin here on April 17, will see discussions on books, authors and anything related to literature, the organisers said on Thursday.

The three-day festival that will be held at Triveni Kala Sangam, Tansen Marg, would also pay special tribute to noted author Khushwant Singh and cartoonist R.K.Laxman.

Union HRD Minister Smriti Irani will inaugurate the festival that will showcase a vibrant panel of discussions, readings, workshops, talks, presentations and book launches.

The festival ends on April 19.

Uma Bharti acquitted in Tricolour dishonour case

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Union Water Resources Minister Uma Bharti on Thursday expressed her happiness after being acquitted of allegedly disrespecting the national flag during her Tiranga Yatra at Hubli, adding that she would sacrifice her life for the Tricolour.

“Phoolan Devi: The Bandit Queen” to premier in New York

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“Phoolan Devi: The Bandit Queen”, a multi-media chamber opera by Shirish Korde, a Uganda born composer of Indian descent, is set for its world premier shows in New York City on June 26-27.

With a libretto by playwright Anusree Roy and directed by Tom Diamond, the full-length, semi-staged shows will be performed at the Alvin Ailey Citigroup Theatre. They are co-presented by the Indo-American Arts Council and Da Capo Chamber Players.

Former IMF chief Rato arrested on fraud charges

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The former Spanish Deputy Prime Minister, Rodrigo Rato, who was also the Managing Director of the International Monetary Fund was arrested on charges of fraud, concealment of assets and money laundering.

Rato, who was also the President of Bankia, which needed a government bailout of almost 24 billion US dollars in May 2012, was detained on Thursday afternoon at his Madrid residence after agents on the instructions of a judge had searched it, Xinhua reported.

Amber Rose feels men are intimidated by her

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Actress Amber Rose, who split from Wiz Khalifa, feels that men are intimidated by her.

The 31-year-old recently sparked rumours she is in the process of rekindling her relationship with estranged husband Khalifa, but she says no one tries to woo her, reports femalefirst.co.uk.

Rose, who has two-year-old son Sebastian with the rapper, said: “I’m trying. I waited a long time for my husband to come home and he didn’t. I swear on my child, no-one tries to get with me. When men meet me they’re very intimidated by me.”

Iran nuclear talks to resume on April 22

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The European Union (EU) announced on Thursday that Iran and the P5+1 group would resume talks on the Iranian nuclear issue on April 22 in Austrian capital Vienna.

“The E3/EU+3 (P5+1) and Iran will continue work towards a comprehensive solution to the Iranian nuclear issue based on the key understandings reached in Switzerland on April 2,” the EU said in a press release, according to Spanish news agency EFE.

Geelani , Masrat put under house arrest in Srinagar

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Jammu and Kashmir authorities here on Thursday night placed hardline separatist leaders Syed Ali Geelani and Masrat Alam under house arrest.

“To maintain law and order, Geelani has been out under house arrest in his Hyderpora residence in the city,” a senior police officer told IANS in Srinagar.

Geelani, according to sources, had been planning to visit the south Kashmir’s Tral town on Friday where a civilian was killed in firing by the security forces three days ago.

Poetry brings together businesses and lawmakers Auckland

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Syed Mujeeb Hyderabadi and Ghouse Majeed, two endearing friends of Indian Newslink are at it again, with an evening of Mushaira, Kavi Sammelan and Ghazal. Scores of other enthusiasts are supporting the programme organised by them under the Urdu Hindi Cultural Association of New Zealand Inc banner on Saturday May 23, 2015 from 6 pm at Fickling Convention Centre, 546 Mt Albert Road, Three Kings, Auckland. Among the highlights of the event will be presence and participation of Abbas Raza Alvi, one of the most admired poet and music composer.

TATA –Telangana Sevala Kota [OR] Self Sevala Kosama ?????.

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As you all aware,TDF & Other T-Organisations all over the Globe worked relentlessly for Separate Telangana State since 1998 & also educated the Masses /Leaders why we need T-State etc.,. TDF/TNRI’s took very ACTIVE Role in the T-Movement along with TJAC all these years & NOW working for the Development of Telangana too by adopting Cheruvulu in Mission Kakatiya ,setting up Industries & participating in Village Development etc., .

Army Jawans Rapes 3 Women, Protest in Assam

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Thousands of women on Thursday took out a rally in Diphu demanding a high-level inquiry into the alleged rape of three women by army jawans in Dokmoka on Monday. The women, under the banner of the Karbi Nimso Chinthur Asong (Karbi Progressive Women’s Association), later gheraoed the office of Karbi Anglong deputy commissioner Mukul Gogoi and submitted a memorandum.