Only 2 points separate Clinton, Trump in latest tracking poll

Only 2 points separate Clinton, Trump in latest tracking poll

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The Supreme Court rapping the government for delay in Judges appointment makes for front page news in most of the dailies this morning. The Hindu quotes Supreme court as saying "Centre is trying to decimate judiciary", "Government sitting on names recommended for judges posts".
"Terrorists kill jawan mutilate body in cross-LOC attack" informs the Statesman. "15 Pakistan rangers killed says BSF" writes the Asian Age. In a related story the paper writes that on Diwali day the Prime Minister is to join the ITBP on China border.
On the Tata group front Business Line says "Looking to restore calm, Tatas signal it's business as usual", adding "But analyst says Cyrus Mistry's charges merit a response, and group will face closer scrutiny."
Writing on the ongoing drama of political slugfest in Uttar Pradesh's ruling Yadav family the Pioneer writes "Pari-war helps Akhilesh tower over Mulayam Singh Yadav". "SP's Shivpal talks to Ajit amid buzz on UP poll pact" says the Asian Age.
In a shocking incident the Tribune reports that a 29 year old Indian origin bus driver and Punjabi singer Manmeet Alisher was burnt to death when a man poured flammable liquid on him in front of shocked passengers in Australia's Brisbane city.
And finally, in some alarming news the Hindu reports that even if Delhities manage to reduce fireworks emission to half of that of previous years, the levels of harmful particulate matter would remain four times the safe limits.

SC slams Centre on judges' appointment; opposition targets BJP

SC slams Centre on judges' appointment; opposition targets BJP (Roundup): The Supreme Court on Friday rapped the Centre for sitting over the top court collegium's recommendations on appointment of judges to various High Courts, prompting the opposition to attack the Narendra Modi government for what it said was deliberate



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Almost all the National Dailies have given top slot to the Pakistani mission staffer held for espionage. Pioneer headline says, "Pak spy-ring Mission busted" while Times of India writes  "Pak official held, expelled for spying; ties take another hit". "It's spy  vs  spy: India, Pak expel a mission staffer each within hours" reports the Indian Express."Shock for Delhi house owner" notes the Statesman, of the real owner of the address on Mahmood Akhtar's forged Aadhaar card.

The Indian Express highlights "Geelani has bandh calendar for every school except that of his grandchild " as schools across the Valley have remained shut for 111 consecutive days.

'We'll prove to the public Mistry's lying' the Times of India quotes Tata Sons, of the dismissed chairman's charges. 'Mistry has little room to manoeuvre legally' The Hindu cites sources in the legal fraternity.

"Saifai village head turns chief mediator in Samajwadi crisis" informs the Hindustan Times..

The Asian Age reports, former Arunachal Pradesh Chief Minister Kalikho "Pul's caretaker hangs self in same bungalow".

"Bad Air Day" states the Hindustan Times, of the Air Quality Index in Delhi hitting the highest possible 500 in 3 locations on Thursday.

"Cabinet clears 'strategic sale' of some PSUs" is a front page story in the Asian Age.

Zakir Naik's Islamic Research Foundation to be banned soon, says The Hindustan Times.

" Supreme Court to hear toll campaign's plea against High Court order on DND" making passage free for Delhi-Noida commuters, states the Hindu.

Delhi zoo to open only after 3 months due to the bird flu epidemic, is a story in the Hindustan Times.

And finally, All academic degrees, certificates and awards in the country would soon be digitally available for verification, with the establishment of National Academic Depository, reports The Hindu.

Surat businessman gifts 1,260 cars, 400 flats to employees

Surat businessman gifts 1,260 cars, 400 flats to employees

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The lead story in most papers refers to the corporate war between TATA Sons and Cyrus Mistry. The Hindu's Business Line writes, 'Gloves come off as Mistry levels grave charges against Ratan Tata - allegations cover interference, fraud, flawed decisions; flags fears of 1.18 lakh crore write downs', while the Asian Age writes, 'Shocked' Mistry says Tata made him Lame duck".
The Indian Express reports that a special CBI court in Bengaluru has acquitted the BJP's Karnataka President BS Yedyurappa and his sons of all charges in a graft case, pertaining to the 2008-2011 period when he was the Chief Minister.
In celebratory Diwali News, the Tribune writes that with Haryana becoming the first state in the country to award the 7th Central Pay Commission benefits to its Employees from January 1st 2016. Employees are set to get a 32 percent hike in their basic pay.
The Pioneer writes that bringing cheer to commuters in Delhi and NCR, the Allahabad High Court has declared the Delhi-Noida DND flyover toll free, saying that they were being illegally taxed. The Hindustan Times adds that this decision will benefit 1.5 lakh vehicles daily while the Times of India says 2,000 crore rupees have already been collected as toll.
The Indian Express, reporting a Supreme Court ruling, writes that the apex court has revised Navjot Singh Sidhu's trial under the election law in connection with alleged mal practice during the 2009 Lok Sabha election, when the cricketer-turned-politician was elected from Amritsar.
Most papers have also covered Paul Beatty being the first American to win the Man Booker Fiction Prize. Beatty received the prestigious award for 'The Sellout' a biting satire on Race Relations in the US.
And finally, the Hindu takes note of an unusual study. The paper reports that Kodini, a tiny village is Malappuram, Kerala, is known for an extra ordinary concentration of twin siblings.

Is seeking votes in name of religion corrupt practice, asks SC

Is seeking votes in name of religion corrupt practice, asks SC

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The Tata battle spilling over from the boardroom to the courtroom makes for front page news in most of the dailies this morning. "Tatas, Mistry square off for legal battle" leads Business Line. "It's business as usual, Tata tells CEOs" headlines Business Standard adding "Chandrasekaran, Speth join the board; Tata sons files caveats in court but Mistry rules out legal action". "Battle for Bombay House" is the banner headline in The Financial Express. "Tata Steers Ahead, Mistry keeps cards close to chest" writes the Economic Times.
Most of the papers carry reports and photographs of the killing of over 60 people in Quetta, Pakistan on Tuesday.
Referring to the family feud in the Samajwadi Party in Uttar Pradesh the Times of India writes "Mulayam says all's well, but his son refuses to play ball". Quoting Mulayam Singh Yadav the paper writes "Chief Minister will decide if Shivpal gets job back."
On the former Chief Minister of Arunanchal Pradesh Kalikho Pul's death The Indian Express quotes Ex governor Jyoti Prasad Rajkhowa "Pul left explosive secret notes, can rock politics,adding "Rajkhowa seeks CBI probe into former Chief Minister's death".
Tribune reports "track II on track, Sinha meets separatists". "Yashwant meets Geelani over Kashmir Logjam" writes Mail Today.
Writing on the massive blast outside a firecracker godown in Naya Bazar in Old Delhi The Pioneer says "One killed four hurt in Naya Bazar explosions, police launch probe as bags full of crackers explode."
Referring to the Bollywood movie "Ae Dil Hai Mushkil" the Asian Age notes "Parrikar, Naidu flay MNS 5 crore rupees deal on Ae Dil Hai Mushkil."
The Hindu reports that the process has been set in motion for the return of examinations in Classes 5 and 8 to arrest the "decline" in educational levels because of the present no detention policy till Class 8.
And finally, now there is a robot tutor that encourages bored students to learn. Well, The Times of India reports that scientists in London have developed a new robot teacher that can detect whether children are distracted in class and accordingly respond to encourage them.

'Shocked' Cyrus Mistry says removal unparalleled, terms board proceedings as invalid, illegal

'Shocked' Cyrus Mistry says removal unparalleled, terms board proceedings as invalid, illegal

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"Modi seconds triple talaq ban" headlines the Tribune. At the same time the Prime Minister condemns the prevalence of female foeticide among the hindus the report says.
Samajwadi Party war turns ugly, Angry Mulayam defiant Akhilesh in shouting match" cycle loses balance on poll eve' headlines the Asian Age.
"Cyrus Mistry out, Ratan Tata in" Headlines the Business Standard saying a five  member committee has been formed to choose next chairman. However Mistry remains a director on Tata Sons Board.
Don't eat half cooked Chicken and raw eggs, is the advice by the Delhi government in the wake of 64 bird deaths due to avian influenza - is a front page Hindustan Times report.
57 defaulters owe banks 85,000 crore, headlines the Pioneer. The RBI made this startling disclosure in a confidential report filed in Supreme Court.
Government support for GM crops despite RSS objection headlines Hindustan Times. However the Supreme Court had stayed the commercial release of GM mustard and a 10 year moratorium on field trials of GM crops was recommended on 2009.
Haji Ali dargah to give complete access to women/ Gurugram to get India's largest LED screen in a stadium/Bahubali 2 to be a visual treat having shot by a 360 degree camera/Air India to fly from Singapore to Kolkata from November/Khadi outlets in Delhi's CP area clocking 1.08 crore worth sale in a day, have been covered in most of the dailies today.
The Asian Age reports that drumstick saplings  are being distributed extensively in Madhya Pradesh as a means to combat malnutrition, as it is rich in carbohydrate , protein, potassium, iron, Magnesium and vitamins.

Cyrus Mistry sacked! Ratan Tata is interim chairman

Cyrus Mistry sacked! Ratan Tata is interim chairman

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The family feud in the Samajwadi Party gets prominent attention in the press today.
"SP split wide open after day of tit-for-tat sackings" headlines the Hindustan Times. "Lucknow turns into Kurukshetra", observes the Pioneer. "SP edges closer to split as CM, Mulayam tussle" states the Asian Age, also highlighting "BJP to CM: Prove majority or quit". The Indian Express notes "Grand alliance back on cards : Mulayam camp makes calls" as aides allege Akhilesh ready to go alone, with punchline 'Mera parivar UP hai'.
"May act alone to destroy terror groups in Pak" the Asian Age cites the US, as ISI was not acting against all terror groups operating on its soil.
"Fadnavis faces flak for 'brokering' Mushkil deal" reports the Hindu. The Indian Express notes "Johar's 5 crore rupees is 3 times what Army got in 2 months".
The Hindu Business Line reports "Government to set up 1000 crore rupee Cyber Security Fund ". NSA-led panel to oversee the fund.
"Bird flu scare; Winged guests big 'threat' " writes the Pioneer, as wildlife experts warn it would be difficult to curb the mess if exotic migratory birds contract the virus.
"A week before Diwali, Delhi's air quality goes into red zone" focuses the Times of India.
2 'Virats' find mention in the press. INS Viraat, the world's oldest aircraft carrier, was accorded a grand send-off in Kochi on Sunday morning, reports the Hindu, with a photograph captioned "An era ends".
"The Virat show", writes the Pioneer of Kohli's superbly crafted unbeaten 154, which enabled India to cruise to an easy 7-wicket victory at Mohali.
And finally, 'Manners used to make a man, now they make a loan'. Yes, the Times of India states "What you do on social media could decide your next loan" as new-age online lenders are not just looking at payslips but also at what you do online.

SP on the verge of split amid clash of its titans

SP on the verge of split amid clash of its titans

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Film maker Karan Johar striking a truce with the Maharashtra Navnirman Sena makes for front page news in most of the the dailies this morning. "Rs. 5 Crore penance but Mushkil not over yet" leads the Mail Today. The paper writes that Karan Johar's Ae Dil Hai Mushkil worries remain as release unsure in four states and boycott fears loom. "Fadnavis surrenders to Thackeray Raj, Ae Dil Hai Mushkil set for Diwali release, guild agrees not to cast Pakistani actors", headlines the Indian Express.
In a related story the Hindu writes "Services say no to extortion donations", adding "Outrage at MNS chief Raj Thackeray's attempt to browbeat Bollywood film producers".
The crisis in the Samajwadi Party is the other big story in newspapers this morning. "Akhilesh backer thrown out of Samajwadi Party, senior leaders in last-ditch bid to patch things up", says The Statesman. "Samajwadi Party crisis deepens bid to broker truce fails, next 48 hours crucial", writes the Times of India.
On the Triple Talaq issue, The Times of India writes that in Pune an 18 year old Muslim woman Arshiya who was recently divorced as per the Islamic tradition and has an 8 month old baby has refused to accept the Talaq. The paper writes that the Muslim Satyashodhak Mandal has decided to support her and start a signature capaign agaisnt Triple Talaq.
Quoting Prime Minister Modi the Financial Express says "In mission mode to expand aviation".
Referring to the border tension in Jammu and Kashmir The Hindu writes "Villagers flee as Pak. Rangers pound areas near International Border, Forces arrest a spy, 2 Jaish militants in separate operations".

PM Modi hints at 'surgical strikes' to unearth black money

PM Modi hints at 'surgical strikes' to unearth black money

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Supreme Court's order on BCCI has featured prominently on the cover pages of most dailies. "SC chokes BCCI’s fund flow: Board thrown open to auditor scrutiny, state units told to comply with Lodha reforms", says Hindustan Times. "Independent audit, BCCI funds frozen", says the Tribune while the Pioneer reports, "SC strips BCCI of fund power to force States to fall in line".
The possible threat of bird flu outbreak has been widely covered too. While a caption in the Times of India says, "Delhiites face no threat from new bird flu strain as of now, says Rai", DNA reports under the headline, "Bird flu: Delhi Government mulls culling affected species", that the Supreme Court has criticised Delhi Government for its failure to handle the bird flu crisis, accusing the AAP government of not being proactive.
In a major relief to patients, the Supreme Court has upheld the Centre's power to specify prices of essential medicines to curb profiteering by pharma companies. The Times of India writes that the order brings some 350 bulk drugs and more than 2,000 formulations under the price control regime.
The Asian Age reports that the Centre has unveiled "UDAN, Ude Desh Ka Aam Naagrik" - a plan to boost air travel, connecting small town with cities by capping the fare for one-hour flights which is about 500 kilometres, at Rs. 2,500/- for half of the seats in each flight.
The Financial Express says the Supreme Court has asked real estate company Parsvnath developers to hand over possession of a flat in its  Gurgaon project to Union Minister of State for Information and Broadcasting Rajyavardhan Singh Rathore within two days adding that Rathore should not pay any more amount to the developer.
Haggling with porters and taxi drivers at railway stations will be passé from next April. As will the boring task of standing in long queues for platform or train tickets.

After BSF kills 7 Rangers, Pak violates ceasefire once again in RS Pura sector

 After BSF kills 7 Rangers, Pak violates ceasefire once again in RS Pura sector

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"Govt orders probe into debit card data breach' headlines the Business Standard. Banks NPC, and the govt. got into damage control mode to curtail risk from a possible data breach of 3.2 million debit cards.
Many companies have decided not to renew their contract with celebrities especially Salman Khan and Amir Khan as they are not worth it reports a front page news in Economic Times.
Varun Gandhi denying charge of being honey trapped by arms dealer Abhishek Verma's ex-partner makes for front page story in the Indian Express.
Now Kanchanjunga, world's 3rd highest peak in Sikkim, will be on Eco tourism map. A world heritage site, the peak has 73 glacial lakes & will now be open for 15 day long trekking trails soon, reports the Pioneer.
DMK patriarch M. Karunanidhi anointing son M.K. Stalin as his political heir/Hand loom fabrics making a strong comeback in the recently concluded Amazon Fashion Week/Founder of Chess records who promoted blues singes Phil Chess's death/174 tonne piece of Jade worth millions of dollars discovered in Myanmar/Beijing to have world's largest air purifier tower./Class X Board exams likely to make a comeback are some stories covered in various news papers.
The Hindu reports "JNU students free V-C from 'illegal confinement', but no trace of Najeeb."
After a 26 yr wait UP farmers of 25 villages in UP's Baheri district rebuild dam on their own with just 70,000 rupees reports The Times of India.
And finally, The Tribune reports about US Presidential candidate Hillary Clinton's horrifying reaction to opponent Donald Trump's refusal of accepting his defeat in case he lost.

Soliciting Votes In Name Of Religion Should Not Be Allowed: Supreme Court

Soliciting Votes In Name Of Religion Should Not Be Allowed: Supreme Court

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The lead headline in the Pioneer - "Akhilesh's separate game plan" opines that in a clear indication of the escalating war and widening chasm in the Samajwadi Party's first family, UP Chief Minister Akhilesh Yadav will launch his poll campaign with a "Samajwadi Vikas Rath Yatra" from 3rd November and may skip the SP's Silver Jubilee celebrations.
The Tribune reports that the Rajasthan government has moved the Supreme Court, challenging the acquittal of Bollywood actor Salman Khan by the state high court in the Chinkara Poaching Case.
Under the headline "New health worries for Delhi : Bird flu warning" the Hindustan Times writes, that the Delhi government has put poultry farms, wholesale market and Avian hotspots under watch fearing an outbreak , after H5N1 virus was confirmed in dead migratory birds.
The Economic Times writes that Banks in India will either replace or ask users to change the security codes of as many as 3.2 million debit cards in what is emerging as one of the biggest ever breaches of financial data in India, with reports of Unauthorised use from China.
"HC refuses to stay Jaitley case against CM"  says the Indian Express, writing that the trial in the criminal defamation proceedings filed by Union Minister Arun Jaitley against Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal and five other AAP leaders is likely to resume after a long gap.
And finally, the Times of India cautions "Exercising while angry may lead to a heart attack" adding that according to a study, individually, both strenuous workouts and emotional upheaval increase the likelihoods of a cardiac arrest, but the risk is the greatest if you combine the two.

Argentine women strike after fatal rape of teenager

Argentine women strike after fatal rape of teenager

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The GST council meet makes for front page news in most of the dailies this morning. "GST council discusses four-tier rate structure" leads the Business Standard, adding "Centre states agree on compensation formula; cess on cards for ultra luxury items". "14% revenue growth assumed for states" writes the Financial Express. "Centre proposes four tier structure under GST with two standard rates" headlines the Business Line.
Referring to the Indian Army's Surgical Strikes on terror launch pad's across LoC, The Pioneer quotes Prime Minster Narendra Modi has saying "Indian Army's feat no less than Israel's".
In a related story The Hindu says "US stands  in solidarity with India on cross LoC strikes". The paper quotes US ambassador Richard Verma as saying "New Delhi took action to defend itself".
The Tribune quotes the Foreign Secretary as saying  "Limited cross LoC attacks earlier too". He gave this information to the parliamentary committee on External Affairs when he was specifically asked by MPs whether surgical strikes have been done in the past.
Writing on the diplomatic engagement with Pakistan, Hindustan Times quotes foreign Secretary S Jaishankar as saying "Engagement with Pakistan at time of our choosing".
On the Ram temple issue Hindustan Times leads "Ram returns to UP election frontlines". The paper writes that the SP wants Ramleela theme park on banks of Saryu, Centre wants Ramayana museum soon in Ayodhya.
Referring to the fire in the ICU and dialysis ward of the SUM hospital in Bhubaneswar The Indian Express writes "No fire NoC, Bhubaneswar hospital lost accreditation two months ago".
And finally, last month that is September 2016 was the hottest on record. Well, the Hindustan Times reports that last month was the warmest September in 136 years of record keeping, NASA said.

Islamic State said to use human shields as coalition advances on Mosul

Islamic State said to use human shields as coalition advances on Mosul

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The Indian Express focus is "Terrorists shouldn't be glorified: BIMSTEC backs India's stand", a day after the BRICS failed to reach a consensus on including Pakistan-sponsored terrorism in its Goa declaraton.
"India set to complete Nuclear-triad with Arihant commissioning; Will be able to Fire Nukes from Land, Air, Sea" is the Times of India headline, referring to the triad's most potent sea leg, nuclear submarine INS Arihant, which means 'annihilator of enemies'.
"Pak Fuels Spy Campaign Against Indian Oil Units; Pakistani agents making calls to executives at oil installations to extract key details" cautions the Economic Times.
"Top army doctor accuses generals of manipulating disability pensions" while "Government likely to restore disability benefits to veterans" in the face of severe criticism, reports the Business Standard.
"Hospital ICU turns death trap: 22 die in Bhubaneshwar blaze" is the lead in the Indian Express.
"Kaun Banega UP CM?" is the question posed by the Pioneer, while the Asian Age notes "Akhilesh gets dad's nod, to be party's CM face".
"Trump's beloved Hindus don't fancy his anti-Muslim rhetoric" highlights the Hindustan Times on its front page.
"BCCI gets time from Supreme Court to put its house in order" states the Asian Age. "Can't commit to carrying out all reforms, says BCCI" writes the Times of India.
"No big retail fireworks this Diwali; Smaller discount, month-end celebration could take sheen off sales" informs the Financial Express.
"Brands Rise up Against Online Fall Collection ; Companies say big online discounts violate norms" focuses the Economic Times.
And finally, the Hindu reports "Scientists study IVF advantage for older mothers", as babies born to women over 40 from assisted reproduction, have fewer birth defects.

Fire in private hospital in Bhubaneswar kills 14

Fire in private hospital in Bhubaneswar kills 14

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"India slams Pak over BRICS wall" headlines the Indian Express. Joint Statement skips cross border, China is for a political solution it says.
Boycott of Chinese items by consumers during festive seasons has left wholesalers and retailers across country in a dilemma. Sale is 30 per cent down, says Mail Today "Pakistani writers" have not been invited to Kasauli lit fest, says another report in the paper.
The Times of India quotes govt statistics that 40 per cent of Indian roads are not metalled, and only 78 per cent of roads are either one or 2 lane affairs. Indeed 'a long way to go' it headlines.
The Economic Times quotes Finance Minister Arun Jaitley as saying "The Narendra Modi government believes that personal laws must comply with fundamental rights. This was in reference to the triple Talaq among Muslims.
"Govt to Brief opposition MP's on surgical strikes is a Statesman headlines. This is an apparent bid to quell opposition trade says the report.
35 year old Santhi Soundarajan who was stripped of her silver medal in 2006 over a failed controversial gender test is now to  be appointed as a coach by Tamil Nadu. However the fight to get back her medal and dignity is still on, says The Hindu report.
A few trans genders have been chosen to give road safety lessons in Delhi from 25th October to get them into mainstream society says the Tribune.
The Pioneer carries a colorful picture of Valmiki Rath Yatra procession yesterday with Red Fort in the background.
Covered by newspapers; 100 para gliders flying in Bali skies creating a world record / Kolkatta celebrating the Botany legend. E.K. Janaki Ammal / a sand sculpture showcasing different monuments of the BRICS nations by Sudarshan Patnaik / a Hiroshima like memorial to be made at Bhopal Gas tragedy site / A charity wall in SIRSA in Katihal to give old clothes/ and New Standards on food fortification been released by FSSAI have been covered by newspapers.

Trump says India a key ally

Trump says India a key ally

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The BRICS Summit dominates headlines this morning. "Russia with India on terror, but China still on the fence. "leads Hindustan Times. "Russia, India sign defence deals worth 43,000 crore rupees" writes the Financial Express adding "16 pacts signed, both nations call for zero tolerance in dealing with terrorists."
The Stampede in Varanasi is the other big story in newspapers this morning. "24 killed in Varanasi bridge stampede" informs the Tribune."
"Historic deal reached to cut fastest growing greenhouse gases" notes the Statesman. The paper writes that the legally binding deal signed in Kigali, commits nations to reduce hydro fluorocarbons use by 85 percent by the year 2045.
Writing on the controversial Kanpur based meat exporter Moin Qureshi, The Indian Express says "Meat exporter Moin Qureshi held briefly at Delhi airport".
The Hindu quotes the Medical Council of India telling doctors across India "hand out legible preions".
The Times of India reports that in Madhya Pradesh's Katni district no toilet at home means no passport. Applicants must have toilets at home in order to get their names cleared during police verification for a passport.
The last e-commerce frontier falls as Indians go online for subzi. Well, The Times of India reports that there is no more haggling with vendors or snapping an okra to check for freshness, Indians are now ready to pay more to get well-packaged fresh produce delivered to their doorstep from their online grocery store.

How the Rs 500 crore scam was busted

How the Rs 500 crore scam was busted

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The BRICS Summit, in the backdrop of Indo-Pak tensions, receives prominent attention in the press this morning.
"China may carry Pakistan message to India at BRICS : Engage to break logjam" is the Indian Express headline. "Modi to meet Xi and Putin in Goa today" reports the Asian Age. Most papers also carry photographs of anti-aircraft guns on the beach near one of the venues of the summit. The Times of India captions it as "Sun, Sea, Sand and Security".
In its lead the Times of India quotes  Pak army as saying "News leak of rift with government a security breach".
"Air India posts Rupees 105 crore operating profit, first time in 10 years," reports The Financial Express.
"Militants attack SSB convoy on Srinagar outskirts, kill jawan, injure eight others" reports the Indian Express.
"Single-screens in 4 states bar films with Pak actors" is a front-page story in the Times of India.
"Delay in security nod will not stall visas for Pakistanis" reports the Hindu, as the Centre has given the Ministry of External Affairs permission to grant visa to an applicant if security clearance is not given in 60 days.
"Debate triple talaq, don't drag PM into it: Naidu to AIMPLB " states the Times of India.
On the raging feud in the Samajwadi Party's first family, the Hindustan Times reports "Mulayam refuses to back Akhilesh as CM candidate". The Pioneer cites him as saying "SP MLAs will decide who will be CM".
And finally, The Business Standard carries an interesting story on "Why the vast majority of women of India will never own a smart phone" as technology, promoted as a social equalizer, is having the opposite effect in the country.           

Samsung offers alternative phones to Note 7 to appease India customers

Samsung offers alternative phones to Note 7 to appease India customers

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The reaction of many Muslim organizations led by the All India Muslim Personal Law Board to the Law Commission's questionnaire on a Uniform Civil Code dominates the front pages. The Times of India quotes many of these organizations as saying "Civil Code survey is a war on religious rights". Highlighting the comments of some Muslim women activists, the Mail Today states "Muslim women say personal law board just another NGO and not guardian of community".
Ahead of the BRICS summit that begins tomorrow in Goa, the press carries stories on some important issues related to the event. The Indian Express writes "NSA to BRICS counterparts : Step up terror fight, put in place legal regime". The Hindustan Times observes "India-Russia to ink S-400 anti-missile defence deal in Goa".
Pakistan's admission that an Indian soldier who had inadvertently crossed the Line of Control on September 29th is indeed in its custody is prominently noticed in the press. The Pioneer writes "Pakistan's 13 day denial about Indian soldier's custody ends". Meanwhile, the Times of India highlights a harsh message by the US to Pakistan as it reports "US asks Pak to act avowed against terrorist Saeed".
There are a couple of stories in the press about some health indicators in the country. The Tribune quotes the World Health Organization as saying "India reports 26% of global TB deaths". Citing statistics released by the Union Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, the Indian Express writes "Leprosy drive spots 20,000 'hidden' cases".
Guess who the United Nations has picked as an ambassador for the empowerment of women and girls. The Hindu reports "UN picks comic superhero Wonder Woman for mascot".
And finally.... pictures of American singer-songwriter Bob Dylan are splashed across the front pages of most papers. And the reason is summed up by the Tribune as it writes "A first : Bob Dylan, a songwriter, gets Literature Nobel".

US Election 2016: Trump 'groped woman like an octopus'

US Election 2016: Trump 'groped woman like an octopus'

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"No surgical strikes before says Government" is the Tribune headline. Quoting Defence Minister Manohar Parrikar on rejecting claims that surgical strikes took place during UPA regime, he also asserted that a major share of credit of this Army action went to Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
Global Hunger index places India at 97th position among 118 countries. This is  a serious matter reports Hindu Business Line. About 39 percent children have stunned growth.
"Second wind for 600 MW of stranded power projects" says Financial Express - the government is now all set to auction wind power units lying unused for long.
'Harika DRONAVALLI' makes it to top 5 World Chess Ranking reports Hindu Business Line.
The Tribune reports how despite getting geographical indication fake and cheap Kullu shawls produced in Ludhiyana have spring up and cheated tourists causing immense loss to Kullu weavers. This was realised during the famous Kullu Dussehra celebration.
'Government looks ahead on GM mustard says the Times of India amidst fears that MNC's will take over Indian Agricuture quoting eminent scientist Pushpak Bhargav.
Doordarshan Vijaywada Kendra will telecast a special programme on 3 times Olympian weightlifter DANDAMUDI RAJ GOPAL RAO on October 14, at 1:30 pm reports the Hindu.
And finally, Khattar government sanctioning 500 buses for Gurugram/Durga immersions adding to river pollution /Myanmar leader Aun San Suu Kyi on a 4 day visit to India from Sunday/ The Late Parmeshwar Godrej owning only 4 share in group firms/ Dipa Karmakar to return BMW as it is unusable in Tripura/ second edition of Kumaon literary festival started on Tuesday/ The delicate Chanderi from MP dominating the Amazon India fashion week and Chopper services between Katra and Shiv Khori shrine to resume, are covered by many newspapers.

Target Haqqani network, not media: US senator to Pak

Target Haqqani network, not media: US senator to Pak

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Prime Minister Narendra Modi's stern message to Pakistan in his Dusshehra speech makes for front page news in most of the dailies this morning. Hindustan Times quotes the Prime Minister as saying "Want peace but can't spare those sheltering terror". While The Pioneer quotes him as saying "We can be Yoddha and Buddha".
Referring to the evidence of the surgical strikes the Indian Express writes "Govt call: No need to show evidence of PoK strikes". In a related story the paper quotes P. Chidambaram as saying "Congress will back Govt whatever decision it takes on evidence".
The Pioneer quotes RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat as saying "Don't weigh vigilantes, true Gau-sevaks in same scale". "RSS chief Bhagwat defends cow protection, slams vigilantes" writes The Statesman.
"India concerned over Russia-Pak military drill" says The Pioneer. The paper quotes New Delhi telling Moscow "War game with sponsor of terror wrong foreign policy".
Hindustan Times reports that Arunachal Pradesh and Assam are bracing for a possible water shortage after China announced it would build a dam across Xiabuqu, a tributary of the Tsangpo that flows into Arunachal as the Siang and then joins the Brahmaputra.
Most of the papers take note of a prominent Pakistani Journalist Cyril Almeda who has been barred from leaving the country after he reported a rift between the civilian and military leaderships.
And finally, physical strain and stress can trigger heart attack. Well, the Times of India reports that intense physical exertion or extreme emotional upset can both trigger a heart attack, and the risk may be highest if the two are combined, a new study has claimed.

India parents investigated after Jain girl dies from 68-day fast

India parents investigated after Jain girl dies from 68-day fast

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The encounter with terrorists in Pampore has been widely covered on the front pages of most dailies. "Encounter on in Pampore as militants hide in EDI campus" reads a headline in Hindustan Times while a caption in the Tribune says, "Fidayeen attack outside Srinagar, gunfight on". "Deja vu! Terror strikes Pampore complex again", headlines the Pioneer.
China's stand on banning Masood Azhar and India's entry to the Nuclear Suppliers Group has also been prominently reported. "China ready for talks on NSG, but against JeM ban" says the Asian Age. "Don't cite terror for political gains, China tells India", writes the Times of India.
Fearing covert operations against top terror operatives by India, Pakistan’s Army has shifted Jamaat-ud Dawa’s Hafiz Saeed and Hizbul Mujahideen’s Syed Salahuddin to a high-security facility near Lahore, reports the Asian Age.
"Clearing the air - In-laws not liable to pay maintenance, says court" - under that caption, the Times of India reports that a special court has said that a wife is entitled to seek maintenance only from her husband and is not liable to be maintained by her in-laws.
Hyderabad police have booked cases of culpable homicide and mental suffering against the parents of the 13-year-old girl who died following 68 days long fast in the city, reports the Pioneer.
And finally, Cake lovers, rejoice! Tucking into a slice at breakfast will be totally acceptable next year. According to a top food trend expert. The paper goes on to add that two recent studies have highlighted the health benefits of cocoa,  coupled with the fact that people will accept any excuse to eat pudding, adds up to a winning formula for a food trend.

Ready to withstand any weather, turbulence to protect nation: Indian Army

Ready to withstand any weather, turbulence to protect nation: Indian Army

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This Vijaya Dashmi is special says the Prime Minister evoking a thunderous applause at a Vigyan Bhawan gathering, in an indirect reference to the success of recent surgical strikes reports The Pioneer.
"Is Modi preparing to defy RSS outfit on GM mustard roll out?" is the Hindustan Times headline. The Prime Minister appears keen on genetically modified mustard if it is found to be fool proof, despite opposition from RSS, says the report.
Chinese crackers worth 1,500 crore are smugled through seaports under false declaration despite a nationwide ban. They contain potassium chlorate banned in India says a Mail Today story.
American presidential candidate Donald Trump's lewd remarks about women find mention in most papers. Yet 'Trump vows to stay in race is the Tribune headline.
Pioneer quotes BSP leader Mayawati, "BJP playing politics on surgical strike".
Its Navmi today and Dussehra tomorrow. Papers carry colorful pictures of Ramleela actors / effigies of Ravana / Durga pandals / Dhak players / Dhunuchi and Garbha dance from all over the country.
Over 50,000 animals and birds were butchered on Sunday to appease goddess MANIKESWARI during the annual CHATTAR YATRA in orissa defying the administration's appeal to refrain from slaughter reports the Asian Age.
And finally, Ghazipur waste-to-energy plants to start this month is Delhi/ today is Mental Health Day/ an Indian businessman paying 59 crore Rs for a single digit car registration plate in Dubai/ five Indian American among the richest 400 in US/ Charminar in Hyderabad celebrating 425th anniversary and JNU saying NO to Yoga again.

THIS VIJAYA DASHAMI IS SPECIAL: PM

THIS VIJAYA DASHAMI IS SPECIAL: PM

AN OVERVIEW OF TODAY'S NEWSPAPERS HEADLINES :-

Sunday Pioneer reports that in a path-breaking decision, the Supreme Court has ruled that if a wife puts pressure on her husband to abandon his parents, he may be well within his right to seek a divorce.
The much renowned Dasara celebration at Aishbagh’s Ram Leela maidan in Lucknow has acquired new significance this year as Prime Minister Narendra Modi is scheduled to attend it, reports the Hindu.
The Indian Express writes that the Calcutta High Court has held the time limits set by the West Bengal government for Durga idol immersion next week, on account of Moharram, as “arbitrary” and said the order was a “clear endeavour” by the state to “appease the minority section of the public”.
An article in an internal newsletter of the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh alleges that Pandit Nehru showed a lot of interest in passing the Hindu Civil Code, because he didn’t have a son, and wanted to pass on all his property and royalty from books legally to his daughter Indira.
"With family blessing, girl fasts for 68 days, dies; Jains outraged" - under that caption, the Indian Express writes that 13-year-old Aradhana's death after fasting for 68 days has left the city of Hyderabad in shock and the Jain community stunned.
The Sunday Tribune writes that Chief Minister K Chandrasekhar Rao would offer a golden crown worth Rs 3.7 crore to Goddess Bhadrakali in Warangal for fulfilling his vow on formation of a separate Telangana state.
A three-minute tape from 2005 which captures Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump boasting about how he hits on women and how they let him do it because he is rich and famous, has exploded on the US political scene.
At 100, it’s never too late for a medal or two! Hundred- year- old Hindustan Times writes that Mann Kaur from Chandigarh recently hit the headlines by becoming the world’s fastest centenarian at the American Masters Games in Vancouver.

Pakistani markings on grenades, medicines, eatable items seized from slain terrorists in Kashmir's Naugam: Army

Pakistani markings on grenades, medicines, eatable items seized from slain terrorists in Kashmir's Naugam: Army

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The war of words over Rahul Gandhi's 'dalali' remarks is on. The Pioneer under the headline "Rahul's Dalali Congress's Mindset: BJP", reports that the BJP lashed out at Congress vice-president Rahul Gandhi for his “khoon ki dalali” comment, saying he “crossed all limits” and his remarks insulted the entire country and the Army. The Hindu says that Rahul Gandhi's comment is an insult to the bravery of the Indian Army and has demoralised it.
"Abolish triple talaq and polygamy, Centre tells SC". The Times of India reports under this caption that the Centre has asked the Supreme Court to abolish triple talaq and polygamy, calling them unconstitutional customs hurting gender equality and woman's dignity.
The spat over the implementation of the Lodha panel recommendations by the BCCI continues to figure on front pages of important dailies. "SC freezes cricket board funds", says Hindustan Times, while under the headline, "SC freezes BCCI funds to states till reforms kick in", the Asian Age writes that the apex court has barred BCCI from releasing funds to state associations.
The Tribune carries a picture of Colombian President Juan Manuel Santos who has won the 2016 Nobel Peace Prize for his efforts to end a 52-year-old war with Marxist guerrillas.
The Times of India says one of the world's first commercial scale, kite-driven power stations is set to be created in Scotland, in what could be a major step towards finding the magic solution to humanity's energy problems, adding the technology is so cheap, it won't need any subsidy.

Wife can be divorced if she tries to separate husband from his parents: SC

Wife can be divorced if she tries to separate husband from his parents: SC

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Nawaz Sharif telling Pak Army to rein in Jihadis, and Supreme Court telling BCCI to end defiance, are major stories this morning.
"Globally isolated Nawaz acts Sharif " leads the Pioneer. "Cracks deepen in Islamabad, Sharif tells Army to stop shielding terror, speed up Pathankot and 26/11 probes", is the Indian Express headline.
"Fresh Army Camp hit foiled in J&K", writes the Asian Age, also reporting, "High alert at airports, extra check of baggage".
"Rahul flayed for khoon ki dalali barb at Modi" states the Pioneer, after his comment, on Modi cashing in on soldiers' sacrifices.
"Supreme Court gives BCCI a last chance" on implementing Lodha Committee recommendations, is the lead in the Hindustan Times. "SC threatens to snap BCCI funding for domestic cricket" is the Hindu headline. "Reform or perish : SC warns BCCI" writes the Pioneer also noting" Uncertainty looms over Ranji Trophy".
"Spectrum sale ends, proceeds way off target", as upfront payment just half of Budget Estimates, is the focus in the Business Standard. "60 per cent radio-waves go unsold" reports the Asian Age.
'Human lifespan unlikely to go beyond 125 years', the Hindu cites a study.
And finally, the Tribune reports on the release of a Diwali stamp at the Indian Consulate in New York on Wednesday, after seven years of effort by Indian-Americans and American lawmakers.

Rahul accuses Modi of 'dalali' over soldiers' sacrifices

Rahul accuses Modi of 'dalali' over soldiers' sacrifices 

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Prime Minister Mr Narendra Modi's word of caution to his cabinet colleagues against speaking out of turn on the surgical strikes in Pakistan Occupied Kashmir is the front page lead in most newspapers. "Avoid chest-thumping on surgical stirkes, says PM" reports the Hindu. With demands being made to release proof of the strikes, the Hindustan Times quotes two Central ministers as saying " Have proof of strike but will not release it".
Sri Lanka's comments on the future of the SAARC grouping get noticed on the front pages of many newspapers. The Pioneer quotes Sri Lankan Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe as saying "No future for SAARC if cross border terrorism not wiped out".
Landmark amendments to the 2014 HIV/AIDS Prevention and Control Bill are prominently noticed in the papers. The Tribune reports "Any bias against HIV Positive can land you in jail for 2 years".
Most papers highlight a serious fraud committed by some call centres in Maharashtra. The Times of India writes "Phoney call centres in Mumbai dupe Americans of 500 crore rupees". The Indian Express observes ": 70 held, 700 booked ; victims were threatened with 'tax probe' ".
The Economic Times has an interesting story on the Right to Information Act or RTI. The paper quotes a study done by the Commonwealth Human Rights Initiative to say "1.75 crore RTI applications filed since 2005 ; Centre, Maharashtra and Karnataka receive two thirds of the total applications".
A seamless travel experience for rail commuters is in the offing as the railways plans to revamp its mobile application. From booking ticket, pre-ordering a meal, requesting for porter services, complaining about lack of cleanliness in a coach, lodging at retiring room, ordering a bed roll accessing digital entertainment, reserving a hotel, booking an airline ticket in case of a wait-listed rail ticket all on new rail app soon, writes the Financial Express.

Nobel peace prize: give it to Syria’s White Helmets

Nobel peace prize: give it to Syria’s White Helmets

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Reserve Bank of India chief Urjit Patel in his maiden policy review set repo rate at 6 year low raising hopes of business and borrowers makes for front page news in almost all the dailies this morning."Patel debuts with rate cut"headlines the Business Standard."RBI delivers the cut that cheers"says the Business Line."Urjit Patel RBI takes dovish turn"leads the Financial Express."New Doctrine:RBI cuts rates to 6 year low."informs the Economic Times.
Referring to the political row over evidence of surgical strikes the Mail Today leads "Surgical Self-Goals"adding "foot in the mouth outbreak grips politicians as they either undermine Army operation or go overboard with jingoism". "Political chorus for proof of surgical strikes rises" writes The Asian Age. "Government, opposition go head to head on surgical strikes" notes The Hindu.
In a related story The Indian Express in a special investigation story writes about how "eyewitnesses across LoC gave graphic details on India's strikes". The paper writes that Lashkar jihadists, property among those hit at several places in Neelum Valley, witness accounts talk of brief, intense clashes that caught terrorists by surprise.
On the Singapore Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong's visit to India The Pioneer writes "Singapore tears into cross border terror" adding "PM Lee condemns Uri attack, inks pacts to boost security".
Writing on the all out war between Lodha panel and BCCI the Asian Age writes "BCCI boss, Lodha trade charges before Supreme Court hearing". While The Statesmen quotes BCCI president Anurag Thakur as saying "haven't frozen bank accounts".
Referring to the chikungunya outbreak in the national capital Hindustan Times writes "Supreme Court asks Jung, Kejriwal government to unite against chikungunya".
The Tribune reports that the Central Board of Secondary Education has decided to discontinue the provision of re-evaluation of answersheets from 2017.
The Times of India in an inspiring story writes about a gutsy teen Sharadha Vaishnav, who is speech impaired from birth. She is the first physically challenged woman to play for regular state cricket team of Chhattisgarh, and she lets her bowling do all the talking.
And finally, why some are better than others at complex tasks? Well, Hindustan Times reports that some people may be better at performing complex tasks as the coordination between different parts of their brains seem to ebb and flow, rather that being static, scientists have found.

Yahoo secretly scanned customer emails for U.S. intelligence - sources

Yahoo secretly scanned customer emails for U.S. intelligence - sources

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The Baramulla attack, and cross-border tensions, continue to dominate headlines.
"Baramulla attackers used human shields, to escape" notes the Hindustan Times. "Forces poised for eventualities" writes the Pioneer. "More surgical operations not ruled out" the Asian Age quotes top government sources.
"Army wants six months to smash PoK Terror operations" is the Economic Times headlines. "Will talk only on terror, says Delhi, amid reports that India, Pak NSAs have spoken" states the Indian Express. 'Both countries can't remain in this phase', the paper also quotes Pak High Commissioner, Abdul Basit.
"Nitish Katara's killer gets 25-year jail term, Mother says  'biggest win' '' highlights the Indian Express.
"Only 15 percent black money filers came voluntarily" writes the Business Standard.
"Arundhati Roy writes fiction after nearly 2 decades" informs the Hindu Business Line. "Goddess of big things is back, with a bang" observes the Asian Age.
"Delhi tops most polluted megacity list, says WHO" is a story in the Business Standard. The Times of India notes "Delhi, other metros getting hotter".
"Good job! Workplace rewards are getting personalised" is a box item in the Hindu Business Line.
An Indian-origin man in the UK, believed to hold the record for the world's longest marriage, lasting over 90 years, dies aged 110, reports the Tribune.
And finally, "France confers knighthood on elephant researcher" Prajna Chowta, for a life devoted to caring for wild Asian elephants, making her among the few Indian women to be appointed a knight, writes the Hindu.

Two Hyderabad teens drown while taking selfie

Two Hyderabad teens drown while taking selfie

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"Modi -  Not hungry for anyone's land - we have never attacked any country" is the Asian Age headline referring to the recent surgical strikes in Pakistan.
"Jawan martyred, 2 ultras killed as four to six terrorists attack 46 Rashtriya Rifles camp in Baramullah, 3 days after surgical strikes in PoK" writes the Pioneer.
The Indian Express reports that a Pakistan boat with 9 occupants has been intercepted off Porbandar coast and is being investigated into.
"India ratifies Paris Climate Agreement" is the Hindu headline - India is the 62th country to ratify the deal.
The Business Standard reports of the formation of 'SWARAJ INDIA' a new political outfit by the expelled AAP leaders - Yogendra Yadav and Prashant Bhusan.
Cut in CNG price by 1.40 Rs per kg and piped cooking gas per 1 Rs per standard cubit meter in Delhi has been reported by the Asian Age.
With 30% of Indians living under 1.90 dollar a day, India has highest population of poor is a World Bank report says the Hindu Business Line.
With 10,000 daily visitors, Supreme Court corridors are bursting at seams, lawyers and litigants jostle for space, says the Mail Today.
NHAI making use of fly ash a Thermal Power byproduct mandatory for highways/ buffalo meat being the largest agri-export item/ Uber and Ola having more women drivers now due to flexible timings/ South Delhi Municipal Corporation inaugurating  46 new public convenience under Swach Bharat Abhiyaan and Delhi government's standing with farmers opposing genetically modified mustard are covered by several dailies.
And finally, a 16 year old Indian origin South African teen - KIARA NIRGHIN wins a 50,000 dollar scholarship at the annual Google Science Fair for using an orange peel to develop a cheaper super absorbent material that helps soil retain water reports the Hindu.

Baramulla: Terrorist Attack Army Camp, 1 Security Personnel Killed

Baramulla: Terrorist Attack Army Camp, 1 Security Personnel Killed

FOR AN OVERVIEW OF TODAY'S NEWSPAPERS HEADLINE:

The Narendra Modi government's income disclosure scheme netting rupees 65,250 crore of undeclared income and assets makes for front page news in most of the dailies this morning. "Black money window fetches 65,250 crore rupees, final figure to be higher as tax department is still counting" leads the Business Standard. "64,275 individuals opted for income declaration scheme" informs the Financial Express.
"Parrikar warns Pakistan of more punishment" writes Hindustan Times. The Hindu quotes the Defence Minister Manohar Parrikar as saying "Pakistan still in anaesthesia after surgery".
Referring to the captured Indian soldier Chandu Babulal Chavan the Asian Age writes "Pakistan may treat soldier who strayed as Prisoner of War (Po W)."
"Pakistan looks for revenge with terror strike" writes Mail Today adding "Top security official says wounded Islamabad likely to back jihadis to attack high-profile targets outside J&K." "Army braces for fiery J&K winter" says the Pioneer. The paper writes  that Pakistan army, ISI may step up violence to avenge surgical strikes by India.
"China blocks Brahmaputra tributary to build dam" says the Tribune adding "Most expensive hydro project causes concern in India".
"United States no longer controls the internet" informs the Times of India. The paper writes that unknown to the vast online majority, the internet got democratised on Saturday.
You can experience a 'walk' with Mahatma Gandhi at Rashtrapati Bhavan. Well, the Hindu reports that the new hi-tech Garages Museum in the Rashtrapati Bhavan provides visitors with some great experiences, allowing them to "feel" the presence to Mahatma Gandhi and as if he is "walking" with them by using virtual reality technology. The Garages Museum and Clock Tower along with the Stables museum will open for the public from today.

Karnataka Opposition tells govt to defy SC; not to release Cauvery to TN

K'taka Opposition tells govt to defy SC; not to release Cauvery to TN

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The reaction to India's surgical strikes in PoK dominate the headlines of most newspapers.
The Hindustan Times headline is "Pak isolation deepens as allies go silent on strikes".

Pakistan has not found much support even from its usual allies like China and Organisation

of Islamic Countries the paper writes.
The Tribune headline reads "Nation on alert, extra vigil in metros". The Home Minister

Rajnath Singh reviewed the preparedness along the western front yesterday, says the paper.
The Pioneer lead story reveals that a 25 member crack team of Para Special Force Commandos

killed 50 terrorists in Thursday's surgical strikes, as PM Modi watched it live from the

war room.
The Hindu reports that Pakistan is still in denial on India's LoC action. A series of

official meetings in Pakistan however indicate jitters after the 'surgical strike', adds

the paper.
The Asian Age reports that the Congress vice-president Rahul Gandhi lauded Prime Minister

Modi for having taken action befitting a Prime Minister.
Business Standard focusses on another very important issue - GST. It reports that the

consensus between the Centre and states in the GST council, on administration of service

tax assessees broke down yesterday.
"Spectrum auctions kick off today amid telecom war" writes The Hindu Business Line.

Saturday's auction will be crucial for the telecom players amid a fierce battle for

supremacy between the latest entrant and the incumbent operators.
The declarations under the much vaunted Income declaration Scheme would exceed Rs 65000

crores estimates Business Standard.
The Pioneer refers to the setback to Bihar's anti-liquor act after yesterday's high court

order under the headline "HC raises Bihar's spirits, repeals draconian law".
The anchor story in The Indian Express focusses on another fallout of the surgical strikes.

"More than war, villagers worry about crop they have left" says the paper, after the

government ordered evacuation of border villages.
Finally, The Hindu Business Line says that your power, gas bills could shrink from October.

That's because the government yesterday reduced the price of gas by 18%. The actual

reduction for you would depend on various factors like geographical location and the

exchange rate.

Pakistani actors are artists, not terrorists: Salman Khan

Pakistani actors are artists, not terrorists: Salman Khan

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India hitting terror hubs across the LOC gets extensive coverage.
"India Draws the Line" headlines the Economic Times. "Uri fangs surgically removed" writes the Pioneer, adding, "Aghast Pak says nothing happened".
"First Open Breach of Threshold Since 1971" says the Times of India, noting that the attack was planned for a virtually moonless night.
"Significant casualties among terrorists and their backers" the Indian Express cites the Army. "150 commandos hit 7 launchpads in PoK, kill 38 terrorists" reports the Asian Age.
"Forces on ground, border villages moved to safety", notes the Pioneer, also reporting "India briefs P5+20 countries about inevitable reprisal".
"Markets fall as tensions flare up" highlights the Financial Express. The Economic Times states "Fear factor: stocks tumble, rupee weakens".
"Brace for higher fuel, shopping bills as oil output is cut" by OPEC, is a story in the Hindustan Times.
"America needs an adult in the White House" the Asian Age quotes Michelle Obama, in support of Hillary Clinton.
"Big-ticket items on agenda for today's GST Council meet" notes the Financial Express.
"Budget merger may need Parliament's nod" writes the Hindu, as Opposition says, Centre has not consulted Parliament.
'Widow sole claimant of dead man's pension', the Times of India cites a Supreme Court ruling on Thursday, adding, properties of the deceased man, however would be divided among his mother and widow.
And finally, the Heritage Act, which forbids new construction close to protected monuments, may be amended to make way for public projects, in public interest, reports the Economic Times.