Srinivas Kuchibhotla's mortal remains brought to India, reaches his Hyderabad home

Srinivas Kuchibhotla's mortal remains brought to India, reaches his Hyderabad home

NEWSPAPERS HEADLINES:
Most newspapers have noticed the Army recruitment board's question paper leak prominently on their front page.
"Police bust Army recruitment racket" is the DNA headline.
"Questions rise as White House stays silent on Indian's killing" is the Hindustan Times headline. The paper adds that the White House's silence against the "race crime" has irked many in India.
Spiritual sects, squatters and slums are eating away the remainder of Delhi's green lungs reports the Mail Today. The paper quotes from the Delhi forest department's affidavit before the National Green Tribunal.
The DNA front page story is headlined "Ramjas violence: Professor suffers internal injuries". The Asian Age report on the same story writes that fearing violence, Ambedkar University has postponed an upcoming event on Kashmir.
The Economic Times lead reports that India is lobbying the WTO to ease the flow of services and allowing IT professionals to work across borders with great ease. The government has suggested multiple entry visas on cross border movement of services, writes the paper.
The Times of India leads with a report about the proposed razing of Delhi's Iconic Centaur Hotel to make way for aircraft parking.
Govt eases norms for senior citizens to boot heirs out of their property reports the Hindustan Times. Elderly parents can now throw out their abusive and greedy children from a self acquired home by simply complaining to the deputy commissioner, says the report.
And finally, standing travel in buses and metros is routine for most commuters, but the Indian Express reports that 7 Pakistan International Airlines passengers travelled standing from Pakistan to Saudi Arabia. The paper adds that the airlines has denied the report and launched a probe.

Gujarat ATS arrests home-grown ISIS operatives who had planned 'lone-wolf' attacks

Gujarat ATS arrests home-grown ISIS operatives who had planned 'lone-wolf' attacks

TODAY'S NEWSPAPERS HEADLINES:
Aviation engineer Srinivas Kuchibhotha's widow Sunayana Dumala seeking answers  to spread of hate crimes in America at his memorial service,  is one of the top stories in most of the newspapers this morning."Slain techie's wife seeks  answer from US government " leads The Statesman.
Referring to the Prime Minister's first Imphal Rally The Indian Express writes"Modi kicks off Manipur fight: 'Naga accord fears wrong' ".The paper writes the Congress asks for details of August 2015 Framework Agreement. While The Asian Age quotes the Prime Minister as saying "No blockade in Manipur if BJP wins poll".
In another poll related story The Indian Express writes "In last lap, Election Commission dismay at 'inflammatory' talk, tells parties to not raise religion, caste".
Writing on the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation's (BMC's) Mayoral elections The Pioneer states " Congress divided over support to Sena" adding "Shiv Sena keeps quiet on Mayoral poll, BJP won't seek Congress help".
Writing on the fidayeen attack at Indian Army camp in Uri on September 2016, The Times of India leads " 'Guides' of Uri jihadis to walk free as NIA finds no evidence. Will be sent to Pakistan as part of prisoner swap".
On the Mohali District and Sessions Court in Punjab's declaration on Pakistan based Jaish-e-Mohammad Chief Maulana Masood Azhar, his brother Mufti Abdul Rauf Asghar and two others,  DNA writes "Proclaimed offender tag on Azhar to strengthen India's case"
Why you are feeling hotter than it really is ? Well,The Times of India reports  that if you are feeling hotter than the thermometer reading shows, blame the rising heat index in India. Heat index is a measure of how hot it really feels when relative humidity is factored with the actual air temperature; the higher the index, the hotter one feels.

Trump press ban: BBC, CNN and Guardian denied access to briefing

Trump press ban: BBC, CNN and Guardian denied access to briefing

NEWSPAPERS HEADLINES:
The killing of an Indian engineer in the US dominates headlines this morning.
"Yelling 'get out of my country',US navy veteran shoots Hyderabad techie" leads The Times of India. The Hindustan Times reports, shattered family appeals to parents not to send their kids to Trump's America.
In a different take, The Tribune writes "Best, worst of US to fore amid 'hate crime' " as 24-year-old Ian Grillot rushed to overpower the gunman, himself taking several bullets, and a stranger who had never met the two Indian-origin men, started a fund-raising campaign for them.
"PM sees foreign hand in UP rail accident, experts mum" highlights The Hindustan Times on its front page. "A strong UP government would have stalled sabotage", The Pioneer cites him.
The Indian Express notes, "To checkmate BJP in Mumbai, Sena and loser Cong in talks".
The Pioneer focuses on the "Uproar over Lipstick Under My Burkha", "Nihalini's team of prudish censors stalls another film", writes The Times of India.
"WhatsApp eyes business app segment in India" with a new product called WhatsApp for Business, reports The Hindustan Times.
"2000 rupee features copied, warns Intelligence Bureau" informs The Tribune, as Pakistan's ISI operatives have managed to copy 8 out of 10 security features in the new 2000 rupee note.
The Mail Today takes note of an autonomy plan in Delhi's prestigious St. Stephen's College which could shoot up student fees.
"Government Sets Out to Clear Road for Driverless Cars" with planned amendments to motor vehicles law, to permit testing of self-driving vehicles, reports The Economic Times.
The Hindu writes "India building a supercomputer juggernaut", adding, the as-yet-unnamed giant could win a spot in the top ten global list.

Olathe shooting: India shocked after national killed in US

Olathe shooting: India shocked after national killed in US

NEWSPAPERS HEADLINES:
The election results in the Municipal Corporations in Maharashtra dominate the headlines in  most newspapers today "BJP cuts Tiger's tail wins 8 of 10 Maharashtra corporations," reports The Times of India."BJP's civic sense prevails in Maharashtra" declares The Mail Today, while The Indian Express remarks "BJP and Fadnavis gain currency Congress and NCP demonitised".
 In a related election story headlined "Showing Democracy the Finger" The Mail Today reveals that a discreet investigation, by India Today T. V.  unearthed a ring of prosthetics suppliers who are selling silicone fingers to political parties trying to rig the Uttar Pradesh elections.
The Hindu reports "Hizb Ambush in Jammu and Kashmir leaves 3 soldiers, civilian dead."
 The violence at Delhi university has also received extensive coverage by the newspapers on their front  pages."Crime Branch takes over DU march violence probe," says The Hindustan Times.
The Hindustan times tells us that all Schools affiliated to the CBSE will now have to depute guards on School buses And fit the vehicles with closed circuit television cameras, GPS systems, sirens and grills on windows.
And finally, The Times of India reports that a NASA telescope has detected the first known system of seven Earth - size planets, around a single star. The exoplanet system, TRAPPIST- 1, is named for the Transiting Planets and Planetesimals Small Telescope (TRAPPIST) in Chile.

Actor abduction case: key accused, accomplice arrested in court

Actor abduction case: key accused, accomplice arrested in court

NEWSPAPERS HEADLINES:
The clash between the Left backed students group AISA and BJP affiliated ABVP at Ramjas College in the north campus of Delhi University following the cancellation of a seminar in the college in which JNU student Umar Khalid was to speak dominates the front pages of most papers. The Times of India writes " Students clash at north Campus, cops beat and threaten scribes". Pinning the blame on AISA, the Pioneer reports "AISA fights ABVP as Ramjas cancels invite to Khalid" while the Hindu points the finger at the ABVP as it writes "ABVP on the rampage against Ramjas protestors".
The hurly-burly of campaigning in the UP assembly elections is keenly tracked by the media. On Congress President Sonia Gandhi's absence from the election campaign, The Asian Age writes "Sonia woos voters via letter : Tells Rae Bareli - Amethi she is unable to campaign ; attacks Modi govt.". The Pioneer highlights BJP President Amit Shah's remark " UP wont develop till KASAB laid to rest" - KASAB being an acronym for Congress, Samajwadi Party and BSP.
All the papers draw attention to the likely impact on Indian - Americans of the Trump administration's sweeping plans for vigorously implementing immigration enforcement policies. "Trump plan could hit 3 lakh illegal Indian Americans" says the Asian Age.
The Supreme Court order on the Sutlej-Yamuna Link or SYL canal is prominently noticed on the front pages of most papers. The Tribune in its front page lead quotes the apex court as saying "SYL has to be built, ensure peace".

Six killed in Hyderabad factory fire

Six killed in Hyderabad factory fire

NEWSPAPERS HEADLINES:
"If not for family feud, I may not have allied with Congress" is a Hindustan Times headline quoting UP-CM Akhilesh Yadav. It's an unconventional alliance, considering that Samajwadi Party has a tradtion of opposing the Congress says the report.
"Modi urges US to re-think on H-1B visa" is an Asian Age headline, The Prime Minister met a 26 member bipartisan US congressional  delegation and spoke about the role of  skilled Indian talent in enriching American economy and society.
The Times of India reports that Prime Minister office has sought details of ordinance factory products manufactured in the last 3 fiscals and the cost involved after many failed to meet standards.
The Pioneer reports of the proximity between Meat exporter Moin Qureshi and former CBI director A.P Singh, as has been found through BBM conversations.
The Times of India writes 'Poachers in Corbett to be shot at sight' adding that the Corbett Tiger Reserve authorities have issued shoot-at-sight orders if suspected armed poachers are seen in the critical tiger habitat zone.
The paper also reports of a wasteful expenditure of 2000 crore rupees over 22 years for River yamuna. On the other hand 1 crore has been cleared for Naini lake development in North Delhi.
"Big fat kashmiri wedding told to go on a  crash diet" says a DNA headline  pointing   to J&K Chief Minister Mehbooba Mufti's orders at both government & private functions in a bid to control wastage. The reports add that Mutton worth 1800 crores is consumed every year in the valley.
10 devotees being injured in a wooden temple car in KOTTUR at the Sri Kotturesh Wara fair.
Products from Tihar jail to find space in Khadi outlets.
65 % voting, highest even in 25 years in BMC polls.
Chandrasekaran taking over as CEO and MD of 103 billion dollar Tata Group.
And, Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella meeting Prime Minister are some of the other stories.  

Telangana wastes Rs 10,000 crore in funds each year

Telangana wastes Rs 10,000 crore in funds each year

NEWSPAPER HEADLINES
The Indian Premier League player auction makes for front page news in most of the dailies this morning. "Ben stokes IPL bidding war" headlines The Hindustan Times. The paper writes the England all- rounder picked up by Pune team for 14.5 crore rupees, Nabi, Rashid first Afghan players in the league.
The Uttar Pradesh elections also gets top billing in the newspapers. "Jibes rain as pol temperature rises" leads The Pioneer adding "Modi pledges to change Bundelkhand's destiny". "No-holds barred UP slogan war" writes The Asian Age.
"12% lower dividend from RBI likely" speculates The Statesman adding "58,000 crore rupees payout expected in next fiscal".
"Naga People's Front (NPF) chief Liezietsu is new Nagaland Chief Minister" informs Hindustan Times.
On police investigations into road accidents in the country the Mail Today in an exclusive story  writes "Leaving nothing to accident. Government plans West -style data analysis for road mishaps to detect if factors other than bad drivers are at play".
On the Panama papers probe, The Indian Express writes "Enforcement Directorate (ED) widens probe ,issues advisories to 137 Indians".
Writing on Prime Minister Modi  replacing Mahatama Gandhi in Khadi Udyog calendar  The  Statesman reports "Government issues memo to Khadi and Village Industries Commission over Prime Minister photo".
Reporting about, Beti Bachao fraud in Uttar Pradesh, The Times of India reports that the center has issued a warning against fake applications forms promising rupees 2 lakhs each, and clarified that there is no cash benefit in the Beti Bachao Beti Padhao campaign for the girl child.
And finally, singing to babies benefits moms too. Well, The Times of India writes that the act of a singing to her baby, one of the universal forms of care giving is as beneficial to the mom as it is to the child, a new study suggests.

HYDERABAD TOPS THE LIST OF SINGLE WOMEN OVER 30

HYDERABAD TOPS THE LIST OF SINGLE WOMEN OVER 30

Newspapers Newspapers
"UP polls cross halfway mark, parties upbeat" leads the Hindustan Times.
"Opposition in push for non-NDA President " highlights The Asian Age on its front page.
"Captain Cool era ends as IPL side asks Dhoni to step down" is the lead in Times of India.
'If US cracks down on H1B visas, we'll be happy to have Indians relocate to Mexico'. The Indian Express quotes Mexico's Ambassador to India, Melba Pria calling borders a "living and ever-changing phenomena".
"US-China ties in turmoil, India eyes bigger (Asean) role" states the Times of India.
"Glitch on Jet flight to UK triggers scare in Germany" as fighters scramble to intercept plane, reports the Asian Age.
"Buying jewellery for over 2 lakh rupees to attract 1% tax" reports the DNA.
"Onion likely to move you to tears this year" as Agriculture Ministry has projected 5.8% fall in output, notes the Pioneer.
The Business Standard, on the other hand, says "Sweet'17 for sugar companies", reporting a record profit due to bumper crop in Uttar Pradesh and price spike.
Up to 50% drop in recruitment as "Funding Freeze Puts Startup Hiring in Cold Storage" informs the Economic Times.
"Delhi to use drones to help make road stretch signal-free" reports the DNA.
And finally, "Business heads take tribal coffee to global market" informs the Times of India, of a unique enterprise in the Araku Valley of Andhra Pradesh, to launch top-notch quality coffee overseas this week, under an exotic brand.

Jet Airways aircraft loses contact with Air Traffic Control, German fighters escort it to London

Jet Airways aircraft loses contact with Air Traffic Control, German fighters escort it to London

Newspapers Headlines

    AIADMK's Edapaddi Palaniswami winning the Vote of Confidence in the Tamil Nadu Legislative Assembly yesterday - amidst chaos and mayhem -  is given  top priority in the Papers. "Palaniswami wins trust vote in empty house after Bedlam-" is the Indian  Express top headline - even as the main Opposition, the DMK was evicted and its allies walked out.
    "GST Council Clears Compensation Bill", is the top headline in The Financial Express. the paper writes - The Goods and Services Tax Council, yesterday,  formally approved a Bill for compensating the State Governments for any revenue loss they might have to suffer in the first five years of the GST regime. The Centre has set a July  1 deadline for ushering in the GST regime.
    "Pakistan finally puts Hafiz Saeed on its terror list", reports The Times of India. Pakistan's Punjab Government has listed Lashkar-e-Taiba founder and mastermind of the Mumbai terror attacks, Hafiz Muhammad Saeed, and four other members of his Jamaat-ud Dawa, under the fourth schedule of the anti Terror Act - according to its Dawn newspaper.
    "All eyes on UP's prestige seats in third phase poll"- headlines The Asian Age. With 69 assembly seats in Uttar Pradesh going to the polls today, all eyes are on the prestigious constituencies, which include Lucknow, Allahabad, Kannauj, Mainpuri and Etawah - all traditionally considered to be Samajwadi Party strong holds.
    The Sunday Tribune "All -India Jat Aarakshan Sangharsh Saimiti" sponsored 'Balidan diwas'- scheduled for today - the Haryana government yesterday announced compensation for 'innocent' persons injured during the Jat Reservation agitation last year. Even though the Jat leaders have assured the authorities that their protests will be peaceful, security has  been stepped up, across the state.
    The Mail Today headline reads - "Christians push for One Nation One Law". In a major step towards building concensus around the proposed Uniform Civil Code, a law College - patronised by the Catholic Bishops' Conference of India - has launched a competition in which law students across the country will research the subject and the best report will go the President and the Prime Minister.
    The lead story in The Times of India reports of the practice of Private Hospitals reusing disposable items like catheters, guide wires and balloons, used in every angioplasty and which patients have to pay for repeatedly. Adding to the risk of infection, a patient could be paying for something that has already been paid for by someone else.The Health Ministry has issued an Office Memorandum warning against this practice.

Mission Kakatiya gets global attention

Mission Kakatiya gets global attention

Newspapers Headlines
The Campaign trail in Uttar Pradesh gets top billing in most of the newspapers this morning. "UP doesn't need 'outsider' Modi says Priyanka, Rahul" is the lead in Hindustan Times. "UP needs no 'adopted' son, says Priyanka. Joins brother in attacking the Prime Minister as 3rd campaign ends" writes The Asian Age.
"House to vote in Tamil Nadu battle today" states The Indian Express adding Palaniswami says he has numbers to win trust vote, O Paneerselvam has only hope as one MLA crosses over. In a related story The DNA writes "Palaniswami assets soar 461 percent since 2006". The new CM association with AIADMK boosted his financial holdings.
On the governments proposal of building a wall along the Pakistan border in Jammu, The Hindu writes "Govt junks border wall plan". Moots 24x7 seamless virtual fence with sensors to stop infiltration from Pakistan.
Writing on how to conduct their operations against insurgents and terrorists in Jammu and Kashmir, Hindustan Times writes "Parrikar backs Rawat, says military has full freedom".
The Statesman quotes China as saying "Need solid proof to back Azhar ban at United Nations".
On Delhi Metro Hindustan Times writes "To counter snags, Metro stations will get new card swipe machines". The paper writes Delhi Metro is set to install 400 new card swipe machines for facilitation of online transactions.
The Times of India in an interesting story writes that in a image makeover bid  "Now there will be smart women cops to hear complainants at police stations in Delhi".
And finally, using AC's in summer may affect sleep. Well, Hindustan Times writes using air conditioners may negatively impact sleep quality in summers, even if the air flow is virtually imperceptible, a new study has found.

Mark Zuckerberg is worried about sensationalism in news. But Facebook could do more to help

Mark Zuckerberg is worried about sensationalism in news. But Facebook could do more to help

Newspapers Headlines
New Chief Minister in Tamil Nadu, decision in 2005 Delhi blast case and blast in Pak Sufi shrine are major stories in the press this morning.
"Tamil Nadu political impasse ends for now as Palaniswami is sworn in" headlines the Hindu Business Line. "EPS in, OPS out of Tamil Nadu CM race" is the lead in the Pioneer. "Tamil Nadu gets third Chief Minister in nine months" notes the DNA. The Indian Express observes "OPS alone for now, friends have bigger things in mind".
"After 11 years in jail, 2 accused in Delhi blasts cleared on all counts" leads the The Times of India. "3 blasts, 11 years, over 60 dead, but cops botch case" writes the DNA.
"At least 70 killed in Pak terror strike, Islamic State owns up" is the lead in The Indian Express. The paper adds, "Islamabad to face heat at Paris meet this weekend" on terror funding.
"Political divide emerges after Army chief warns stone-pelters" notes the DNA.
"Mehbooba Mufti to expand cabinet today" in the first expansion of her nine-month-old Ministry, reports the Hindu.
"By next year, centralised admissions for nursery" writes the  Times of India, of a Delhi Government proposal to enable parents to apply to their schools of choice through a single online platform.
The Pioneer notes "Dry Bihar to keep babus thirsty across globe". As per new whip, IAS/IPS officers and Judges to face music if they consume alcohol even outside the state.
And finally, "Uber recruits DTU graduate at starting pay of 1.25 crore rupees", the second-highest offer received by a student at Delhi Technology University ever, reports the Hindustan Times.

Nearly 100 dead, scores injured as powerful blast rips through Sufi shrine in Pakistan, ISIS claims responsibility

Nearly 100 dead, scores injured as powerful blast rips through Sufi shrine in Pakistan, ISIS claims responsibility

Newspapers Headlines
India launching 104 satellites at one go and ing history, the week long political drama heading for a climax as the  two rival contenders meet the governor and Army Chief General Bipin Rawat issuing a strong warning to those who obstruct operations in Jammu and Kashmir are some lead stories across papers today.
"Sasikala in Jail her loyalist Palaniswami could be Chief Minister" headlines The Hindustan Times, while The Statesman says "Sasikala, kin sent back to Bengaluru Jail - Supreme Court refuses to entertain AIADMK leader's plea for more time".
 "Jammu And Kashmir stone pelters will be treated as jihadi's, says general", writes The Times of India.
Gift an income for public servants still illegal under law, says Supreme court reports The Pioneer adding that the apex courts judgement in the Late Chief Minister J Jayalalitha case has an underlying warning to all public servants who accept gifts in cash and kind and later show it as a part of their professional income.
"Cabinet clears SBI merger - combined entity with 5 associate Banks to place lender in top 50 global leaders" is the lead story in the Business Standard.
The Times of India writes that a Bill in the Lok Sabha seeks to put a limit on the number of guests to be invited and dishes to be served at weddings to check what it calls"Show of Wealth".
The Asian age writes that at least 34 MLA's of the Nagland people's front have signed a memorandum seeking the removal of Chief Minister T.R Zeliang  and extended their support to party president Shurhozelie Lieziestsu as the state's new Chief Minister.
And finally The Times of India writes that powered by a good monsoon and sharp rise in production of pulses, India is headed for an all time record food grain output, estimated at 271 million tonnes.

No Hyderabad blues for growing retail realty

No Hyderabad blues for growing retail realty

Newspapers Headlines
The Supreme Court convicting VK Sasikala, of corruption and ordering jail for her for 4 year's makes for front  page  news in most of the dailies this morning. "Sasikala convicted, game on in Tamil Nadu," headlines Hindustan Times. The paper writes Panneerselvam, and 9 other sacked from AIADMK, Palaniswamy elected chief, stakes claim to Chief Minister post.
"Prolific ISRO attempts a century today, promise of hi-resolution Earth map on board" says the Indian Express. The paper writes the PSLV-C37 will inject into orbit 104 satellites from 7 countries, nearly 3 times the highest number flown by a single mission currently.
The Supreme Court said that it favored a policy  to deal with those suffering from mental illness and their release after been cured reports The Times of India.
"After 32 years, government now plans to dispose 332 tonnes of Toxic Union Carbide, Waste Via tender" notes the Economic Times adding that the move comes over a year after pilot incineration of 10 tonnes of waste was conducted in MP's Dhar district.
"India and China make up 52% of early deaths on foul air" reports the Business Standard.  India close to displacing China as nation where most people die of air pollution.
And finally, Now IAS, IPS couples will work in same state. Well, The Pioneer reports that the Centre on Tuesday amended the service rules to mandatories allowing them to be in same cadre.

ISRO set to launch record 104 satellites today

ISRO set to launch record 104 satellites today

NEWSPAPER HEADLINES
"Sasi's CM hopes rest on Supreme Court ruling in assets case today " is the Times of India headline.The AIADMK chief's prospects of becoming Chief minister hang in balance as she will be either acquitted or convicted today, says the report.
The Economic Times reports that Kolkatta tops the list of most companies registered at one address, fuelling fears of shady deals. "For launderers, Kolkatta, indeed the city of joy" it headlines.
In a first of its kind , an Indian Company, Anil Ambani's "Reliance  Defence and Engineering" has  inked major contract with US Navy to provide Repair and Service of its ships reports the Hindu on the front page.
There's a rape every 4 hours in Delhi is the chilling Headline in Hindustan Times. Delhi Police reveals that 3 out of 4 cases registered in 2016 remained unsolved, it says.
"Supreme Court cancels admission of 268 MBBS students for cheating" is a Pioneer headline.This is with reference to the VYAPAM scam involving illegal means adopted through bribes also in the MBBS exam  between 2008 to 2013.
For delaying approval to development projects, the Environment Minister has ordered  an overhaul of the portfolios of its scientists, reports  The Indian Express.
Most Newspapers have reported the Leading Tabla exponent SANDEEP DAS lapping up the solo Grammy Awards trophy in the World Music Category. The Indian Express quotes Sandeep Das, still  an Indian Citizen saying "The west not only values merit and talent , it also treats its artists better.
Another Indian does us proud, A wild life photogragh NAMAN KHANOLKER'S image of walking leopard found second place in Nature category in the prestigious World Press Photo contest 2017, reports the DNA.
And finally, The Hindustan Times carries a picture of Varanasi's green women warriors. Dressed in  green sarees these police mitras who are generally illiterate have been working together to contain evils like alcohol abuse and gambling by men.

Injustice done to us since 1956, Telangana state tells Bajaj panel

Injustice done to us since 1956, Telangana state tells Bajaj panel

NEWSPAPERS HEADLINES:
Protests spreading in Kashmir after 4 militants 2 Army men died yesterday in a gun battle, is highlighted in todays Press. "South Kashmir seethes after 7 die in Kulgam encounter writes the Hindu.
The uncertainty  and suspense prevailing  inTamil Nadu also continues to dominate headlines. The top Asian Age headline reads "AIADMK chief says 129 MLA's supporting her - Powerful forces are out to destroy me and the party Sasikala. "The paper also adds that the TN Governor is learnt to be firm in his thinking that all should wait for the Supreme Court's verdict in the disproportionate assets case before taking a call on inviting V K Sasikala to form the government.
"Satyarthi's Nobel replica recovered, three arrested", headlines the Statesman. DNA writes - The Delhi Police have arrested three persons in connection with the sensational burglary. The Nobel citation, however, is yet to be recovered."Burglar's didn't know value of Nobel at first" - reads the headline.'
The Hindu informs us that "A proposal to hike salaries of the President, Vice President and Governors is stuck  in the  PMO".  For over six months now, President Pranab Mukherjee has been drawing less salary than a Joint Secretary, as a proposal to increase the salary is gathering dust  in the PMO. The Home Minstry has proposed an increase of the Presidents salary from the current 1.5 lakh rupees to 5 lakh rupees per month.
And finally, Mail  Today writes that Haryana is to follow the Beijing model and buy giant air purifiers in its battle against the NCR winter smog. A 'smog free tower' is a seven meter high air purifier, the largest in the world, which takes in polluted air particles and expels cleaner air.

2 Soldiers Dead, Protests In Kashmir After Encounter Kills 4 Terrorists

2 Soldiers Dead, Protests In Kashmir After Encounter Kills 4 Terrorists

NEWSPAPERS HEADLINES:
·         Voting in the first phase of assembly polls in UP dominates the front pages. "64% turnout in UP's first of 7 phases : Stray incidents of violence in Meerut, Baghpat" reports the Tribune.
·         Political developments in Tamil Nadu are keenly tracked in the press as the Sasikala - O Paneerselvam tussle over control of the party and the government continues. The Hindustan Times observes "Sasikala loses prominent faces, TN tussle continues". The DNA quotes Sasikala as saying "Swearing-in delay aimed at splitting AIADMK".
·         Law Minister Ravi Shankar Prasad's comments at a thought- conclave organised by the Hindu are highlighted by the paper on its front page. It quotes the Minister as saying " Government is committed to independent judiciary".
·         The paper also informs us that five names have been cleared for Supreme Court judges' positions. These include the Chief Justices of the High Courts in Tamil Nadu, Kerala, Rajasthan and Chattisgarh.
·         PM pulls up Railways for sitting on his 'Rail Shivir' ideas discussed in Nov 2016 reports  The Asian Age.
·         The Hindustan Times has an interesting story on the cash deposited by political parties during 50 days of demonetisation. The paper writes "167 crore rupees deposited by parties, BSP alone put 104 crores".
·         RBI Governor Urjit Patel's comments at the customary post-budget RBI Board meeting is taken note of in the press. The Tribune writes "Bad loans legacy issue, says Patel ; RBI governor urges banks to lower lending rates".
·         The Indian Express has published a photograph of Chinese soldier Wang Qi reunited with his family and relatives in Beijing after spending more than 50 years in India since crossing a border post during the 1962 India-China war.

Chinese man trapped in India goes home after 50 years

Chinese man trapped in India goes home after 50 years

NEWSPAPERS HEADLINES:
Round One of polling for the politically crucial election battle in UP begining today, is given prominence in the Press. "High stakes battle for UP begins today" headlines Hindustan Times - adding that issues ranging from communal polarisation to development and demonetisation will be put to the test.
"AIADMK feud intensifies, Governor keeps all guessing" - highlights DNA. The paper writes that political uncertainity in Tamil Nadu continued for the fourth consecutive day on Friday as Governor Vidhya Sagar Rao kept both caretaker Chief Minister O Paneerselvam and AIADMK General Secretary VK Sasikala guessing about his next move.
"Chief Justice of India hammers out Fine for wasting time" - reports Mail Today. CJI JS Khehar was both upset and angry about the number of frivolous petitions piling up in the Apex Court, which is already reeling under a back-log of more than  60,000 cases. He slapped fines of 10 lakh rupees on a Bihar MLA and 1 Lakh rupees on a Maharashtra Professor for such frivolous petitions.
"Single Entrance Test for Engineering and Architecture Seats from 2018," is the top headline in The Times of India. The Center has approved the proposal for a single entrance exam for engineering and architecture at the undergraduate level from next year, on the lines of the national eligibility and entrance tests for medical colleges.
The Asian Age writes that a US court on Thursday unanimously refused to reinstate President Donald Trump's ban on refugees and nationals from seven muslim-majority countries, dealing the new US President a major defeat. A defiant Mr. Trump quickly pledged to battle on.
And finally, The Hindu informs us that soon if you are traveling on one of India's Express and Shatabdi Trains you will see paintings made by disabled artists using brushes held with their feet or mouths.

HYDERABAD: TWO ENGINEERING STUDENTS AMONG FOUR HELD FOR PRINTING, CIRCULATING FAKE NOTES

HYDERABAD: TWO ENGINEERING STUDENTS AMONG FOUR HELD FOR PRINTING, CIRCULATING FAKE NOTES

NEWSPAPER HEADLINES
The Tamil Nadu crisis makes for front page news in most of the daily newspapers this morning."OPS quake rattles Sasikala's fortress. Chinnamma herds MLA's to safety as Paneerselvam orders inquiry into Jaya's death, governor consults legal experts" is the lead in Hindustan Times.
Referring to Prime Minister Narendra Modi's scathing attack on his predecessor Manmohan Singh  The  Pioneer writes "Congress walks out to protest PM's MMS raincoat jibe" adding "Opposition seeks apology threatens to boycott House whenever Modi attends it".
"All cash withdrawal curbs to go, come March 13"says the DNA.The paper writes that Reserve Bank increases limit from Rs 24,000 to Rs 50,000 per week from February 20.
On the Calcutta High Court Judge Justice C .S Karnan The Hindu says "In a first, Supreme Court issues contempt notice to sitting High Court judge"adding"Justice Karnan accused of disgracing judiciary, impeding justice."
Writing that Reserve Bank Of India surprised investors for the third time in a row The Economic Times writes "Patel prefers to drive in neutral mode, keeps rates unchanged.Room to cut rates shrinks as stance shifted from accommodative to neutral".
"US to cut legal immigrants by half" notes The  Asian Age.The paper writes that two top US senators have proposed a bill that seeks to reduce the number of green card or legal permanent residency issued every year from currently about a million to half a million.

'He Demeans Himself,' Rahul Gandhi Hits Back At PM Modi Over 'Raincoat' Remark

'He Demeans Himself,' Rahul Gandhi Hits Back At PM Modi Over 'Raincoat' Remark

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Turmoil in Tamil Nadu and  the Prime Minister defending the note ban in Parliament are major stories in the press today.
"Split wide open : ADMK faces revolt in ranks"writes the DNA."Quiet Pannerselvam stands up to say no to Sasikala, threatens her takeover plan" is the lead in the Indian Express.
"PM defends note ban in Lok Sabha, tears into Congress , Rahul" headlines the Asian Age."Note ban timing perfect as economy was doing well",the Times Of India quotes him.
"China blocks US move to brand JeM chief terrorist"reports the Asian Age, while DNA asks "China losing patience with Pak over Azhar ?"
"Using fictitious names, Lashkar operates bank accounts in Pak" notes the Indian Express.
"Naga CM given 3 days to resign "by the apex body of Naga tribes over the state government's move to give 33% reservation to women in municipal elections, reports the Asian Age.
"It's the end of good times for Mallya" writes the Hindu Business Line, as Karnataka High Court orders winding up of United Breweries (Holding) Limited,the 102-year - old parent company of the UB Group.
"India fifth- best performing market globally in 2017 so far"reports the Financial Express, as the Sensex this year outperformed the global benchmark by almost 5%.
"AAP to open one hundred,10 rupees per plate canteens for poor in city"states the Pioneer.
"Gurgaon 5-stars, CyberHub in line of Supreme Court 's booze ban" from April 1st this year, as several  5 - star hotels and resorts, located along the expressway,also fall within the red zone highlights the Hindustan Times on its front page.
And finally, "DNA tweak to weaken Dengue mosquitoes", as Indian Council of Medical Research has collaborated with Australian experts to 'manipulate mosquitoes' that spread dengue, reports the Hindustan Times.

Was forced to resign as CM and support Sasikala: O Panneerselvam

Was forced to resign as CM and support Sasikala: O Panneerselvam

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Most newspapers have lead with different stories on their front pages today. The Tribune reports that a plea filed in SC seeks to block Sasikala's swearing-in. In a related story, the Hindu leads with the report that the Supreme Court is likely to rule on the Jayalalitha disproportionate assets case within a week.
Though car pooling is a practice that needs to be encouraged, the state governments don't seem to agree. 'After Karnataka, Delhi government moves to ban app-based shared cab services', is the Hindustan Times headline.
The Business Standard leads with the Supreme Court's Monday order to attach Sahara group's 39,000 crore rupees Aamby Valley property. The SC has told the group to give a list of properties without encumbrances to recover dues, the paper adds.
The Pioneer leads with the question, 'Who is minority in J&K?'. The paper reports that the Centre is silent on the Supreme Court's question of Muslims enjoying minority community benefits in the state, despite being in majority there.
Fake mobile phone user identities will soon be a thing of the past. The Supreme Court has asked the Centre to put in place an effective mechanism to verify identities of over 100 crore existing consumers as well as future ones, reports the Hindu Business Line. The court has asked for this mechanism to be put in place within a year, the paper adds.
The Asian Age reports that the government is holding parleys with the opposition to avoid a vote in the Rajya Sabha on the motion of thanks to the President's address.
The Indian Express headline reads, 'Logjam breaks: 9 High Court chiefs named'. The report says that the SC collegium has recommended 9 names to the government for taking over as regular HC chief justices.
In a historic step, the Supreme Court has relented to installation of CCTV cameras in one district court of each state. In what would be a first step towards video recorded trials, this experiment would be first carried out in Gurgaon district court, adds the paper.
And finally, 'Girls in Kashmir say 'salam' to snow rugby', writes the Hindu. The paper reports that girls in Kashmir are breaking tradition and embracing the high adrenaline sport during harsh winters.

5.8 magnitude earthquake hits North India

5.8 magnitude earthquake hits North India

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AIADMK legislators yesterday electing V K Sasikala, also known as Chinnamma, to become the 12th Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu, is covered extensively by the Press, with accompanying photographs of her with folded hands. The Times of India top headline reads "Jaya's close aide, who has never fought an election - grabs Tamil Nadu reins". The Hindu quotes her as saying - "I have to fulfill Jaya's dreams."
Hindustan Times reports - In a bid to check generation of black money, a steep penalty awaits those accepting cash in excess of  Rs. 3 lakhs, beginning April 1, to settle any transaction. The receiver will have to pay an amount equivalent to the cash received.
The Centre is likely to take a major step to ban Triple Talaq after the ongoing Assembly Polls,Union Law Minister Ravi Shankar Prasad has said, writes The Hindu.
"A 240 Kilometre broad gauge railway line will be part of an ambitious rail link connecting Port Blair with Diglipur on the Andaman and Nicobar Islands",a first in the country that will bring  the archipelago on the rail map, reports the Indian Express .
"If you don't vote, you've no right to blame  the Government : says Supreme Court ." This is the  front page headline in DNA.
The Hindu reports that the CBI has begun a preliminary inquiry into the alleged irregular installation of mobile phone towers and misappropriation of funds, at the Hisar Millitary station in Haryana.
Over 50,000 blankets used in Chhattisgarh jails are set to be washed for the first time - after a health check of 22,000 prisoners found that most of them were suffering from skin diseases and allergies due to the stinky blankets, reports the Asian Age.
And finally, Hindustan Times informs us that Kolkata, which had earned the dubious distinction of a city with the highest cigarette consumption in India in 2014, is planning to shed the tag and become India's first Smoke-Free metro city, with a ban on smoking in all public places.

Before VK Sasikala's Elevation, O Panneerselvam Exit Was Done And Dusted

Before VK Sasikala's Elevation, O Panneerselvam Exit Was Done And Dusted

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Yesterday's  polls are highlighted on the front pages this morning. "Punjab 78 percent, Goa 83 percent: Voters set records in high-stake battles", headlines the Sunday Express. "All-time-high turnouts in Punjab, Goa," writes the Sunday Times.
Hafiz Saeed changing the name of his banned Jammat-ud-Dawa outfit - to beat the ban placed on him only a few days ago - also receives prominence in the Press. Hindustan Times reports - The JuD - linked to the 2008 Mumbai terrorist attacks - has been rechristened as the Tehreek Azadi Jammu and Kashmir, a movement for Kashmir's freedom.
The "Sasikala-for-CM" chorus growing again in the AIADMK Party, is covered by DNA. The convening of a special  MLA's meeting in Chennai has given credence to the speculation that Sasikala may take over the reins from O Paneerselvam - who was appointed Chief Minister after the demise of  J.Jayalalithaa.
The Asian Age writes - US President Donald Trump lashed out on Saturday at a Seattle Court ruling, suspending his controversial ban on travelers from seven Muslim countries, dismissing it as  'ridiculous' and vowed to get it overturned. He said, 'the opinion of this so-called judge is ridiculous and will be overturned'.
Hindustan Times writes that lakhs of people who were allegedly duped of an estimated 3,700 crore rupees by a Noida based company, might get back a part of the money they had invested in the 'click-to-earn scheme' after investigating agencies froze two bank accounts with deposits of more than 500 crore rupees belonging to the owner Anubhav Mittal.

US reverses travel ban over court ruling as Trump fumes

US reverses travel ban over court ruling as Trump fumes

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Voting day in Goa and Punjab today, the Supreme Court expressing disapproval over Maxis owner in the Aircel-Maxis case to turn up in court and CBSE clarifying that NEET 2017 will be counted as the first attempt are some lead stories across papers today.
"Its Kejriwal's movement of reckoning in Punjab and Goa", says the Hindustan Times while the Tribune writes "Votes on Today, 8 am to 5 pm: Punjab fate in 9 hrs".
"The Pioneer headlines: "Fall in line: Supreme Court to Maxis owner - court threatens 2 G Scam accused to block his earning in India, auction Aircel Spectrum."
Referring to the data collected on Bank deposits due to demonetisation, the Economic Times writes "Genuine taxpayers need not worry about note deposits, assures Adhia".
The Times of India writes that following US President Donald Trump's controversial executive order targeting immigrants, American universities are mailing prospective students to let them know that they are welcome on their campuses regardless of what the Trump government says.
Cautioning that temples of learning in the national capital are turning into theaters of violence, the Mail Today writes that Delhi Police receives 18-20 calls of clashes among rival students' groups daily, including incidents of school teachers coming under attack.
The Tribune reports that expressing concern over the Mushrooming of private coaching institutes across the country, the Supreme Court has asked the government to consider framing a policy to regulate them.
And finally, bringing to the fore another strong reason to quit smoking, the Times of India writes that though solid evidence already exists that 2nd hand smoke is harmful, studies now also reveal that third hand smoke- the sticky residue from tobacco puffing that clings to walls and furniture could cause harm to infants.

Multi modal hubs, mass rapid electric transport soon: Nitin Gadkari

Multi modal hubs, mass rapid electric transport soon: Nitin Gadkari

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"No case against Marans, mis-reading of files led to Aircel - Maxis probe : says Court" headlines The Indian Express "of the charges of corruption and money-laundering leveled by the CBI and ED." "CBI to appeal decision on Maran's" reports DNA.
Ruling on the post-Godhra riots, an additional district court in Kalol in Gujarat's Gandhinager district "acquits 26, says 'probe cannot be said to be proper,' reports The Indian Express.
"Chidambaram-Jaitley spar over fiscal record, with the former accusing "The government of discarding fiscal prudence" and the latter "slamming Congress - led UPA for its 'terrible record of fiscal deficit', " says the Times of India.
As electioneering comes to an end, The Tribune headlines, "Din ends, silent voter holds key." The Hindustan Times leads with, "Kejriwal trying to disturb peace in Punjab: says Rahul ", "Delhi CM says Gandhi 'scared' of him in a high voltage end to campaigning in the State." "DeMo's first test in Punjab, Goa" is how the Asian Age describes the imminent elections.
"IG Kalluri, the controversial chief of police in Chhattisgarh, takes leave, Bastar return unlikely" has found mention in most dailies.
"Modi's upcoming visit could seal free trade pact" the Hindustan Times quotes  the Israel envoy to India, "reflecting the tremendous growth in diplomatic relations established 25 years ago."
In what is possibly a diplomatic first, the Hindustan Tiems reports, "Trump sledges Oz PM in first official call." " He blasted Australian Prime Minister Malcolm Turnbull, bragged about his election, and hung up on him!" says the paper.
And finally, "It's official : Apple will Make in India," reports the Times of India. "I-Phones will come out of a factory in India, using cutting edge technology critical for India to compete globally."

Afghan woman's ears cut off by husband

Afghan woman's ears cut off by husband

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Budget proposals and reactions dominate the press today.
"Safe Budget Hikes Rural, Infra Spend", headlines the Hindustan Times. "FM Jaitley gives populism a miss" writes the paper, adding "Everybody wins in this one, says FM".
"Wooing Have-Nots, Hitting Have-Notes" is the Times of India lead. The paper also states "Under the lens: Shady poll funding, cash deals and economic fugitives".
The Indian Express calls it a "No-nonsense Budget", saying "Modinomics means: government less a spender, more an enabler".
"Giving up Powers is the Idea Behind Liberalisation" the Business Standard quotes Finance Minister, Arun Jaitley in an interview to Doordarshan.
The Economic Times writes, "Jaitley's Low-Key Budget Misses DeMo Note", adding "To  Give Money to Salaried, FM Dips into Pockets of Rich".
"Good News for Start-ups: Tax Holiday Extended" states the Financial Express.
The Hindu terms the Budget "Small Wonder" saying, in a workmanlike Budget, Arun Jaitley maintains fiscal discipline while handing out more to those at the bottom of the pyramid. The paper also quotes PM Modi calling the Budget 'A road map for the nation'.
"Please-All Budget on Poll Eve" is the Asian Age's take, adding "Joint Budget to keep Railways out of Politics". The Hindustan Times writes, "Merged Rail Budget takes Safety and Reform Route".
The Hindu Business Line says, "No Impact on Consumer Goods' Prices".
"Infra Tag Makes Low-Cost Houses more Affordable" states the Pioneer, also noting, "Sensex Surges as Budget Cheers Investors". "Street Soars on No-Shock Budget" is the DNA's take. The Business Standard observes, "Sensex Posts Highest Budget Day gain in 12 years"
Giving reactions from India Inc, DNA writes "Budget a Mixed bag of Good and Adverse Measures". "Good news for Seniors, Pensioners" it says, adding, "Cap on Cash May Take the Sheen off Gold".
"Govt Refuses to Bite the Bullet" observes the Business Standard, stating, FY-18 allocation for defence, accounts for 16.8 percent of government spending, down from 17.1 percent in previous year.

A safe, sound but inadequate budget

A safe, sound but inadequate budget

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The Economic Survey makes for front page news in most of the dailies this morning."Survey hints at DeMo "windfall" doles in budget" headlines the Economic Times. The paper writes in what are pointers to the future the survey alludes to possible handouts,talks of universal basic income and predicts recovery in demonetisation- hit growth next fiscal, but also warns of challenges ahead.
The US President Donald Trump administration's introduction of legislation to curb foreign nationals from being employed by US companies under the H-1B visa programme is the other big story covered by the papers this morning. "After migrant ban, work permit clampdown: US moves to make H1B visas harder to get" writes the Indian Express. "India's IT hopes and stocks crash over Trump's H-1B visa bill" headlines the DNA.
Writing on a pre-poll tragedy in Punjab the Hindustan Times writes "3 killed in car blast at Punjab Congress roadshow".
Referring to the detention of Hafiz Saeed the mastermind of Mumbai terror attacks in 2008 by Pakistan the Asian Age quotes India as saying "Need real action on Hafiz". "India seeks concrete action against Hafiz" says the Pioneer. Quoting ministry of External Affairs telling Pakistan the paper writes "Mumbai terror mastermind has been held only to be freed in the past".
Commenting on President Pranab Mukherjee's address to the joint sitting of Parliament at the beginning of the Budget session the Statesman notes "President lauds demonetisation, surgical strikes".
And finally, the next time you pop a balloon, beware! Well, the Times of India reports that popping balloons - a common birthday party favour - can be louder than shotgun blasts and may lead to permanent hearing loss, a new study has warned.

Economic Survey: Agricultural growth to accelerate to 4.1% from 1.2% last fiscal

Economic Survey: Agricultural growth to accelerate to 4.1% from 1.2% last fiscal

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Reporting on what it calls "Cricket clean-up", Hindustan Times headlines, "SC picks new team for BCCI. Auditor, Historian, Banker, Ex-cricketer, find place in the panel to administer Board."
"ATM, current account daily withdrawl limits removed. Weekly cap on savings Bank account intact at 24 thousand rupees," reports The Pioneer.
"IT department begins action under Benami Act: Buying property in mum's name won'thelp," headlines DNA. "Benami Act: IT issues 87 notices," reports Financial Express. In an other Income Tax story, The Indian Express reports, "IT raids top diamond merchant Nirav Modi's offices and residences".
"Economy not in good shape says Manmohan Singh," reports the Times of India, on the occasion of the release of a report, 'Real state of the economy 2017', a day ahead of the government's Economic Survey. "Where are the jobs? Congress report asks Prime Minister," reports the Hindu Business Line. The paper also adds BJP's reaction, says - BJP responds, calls it a "damp squib".
"Slugfest over Mallya bailout drags Manmohan Singh into line of fire," DNA reports the BJP as quoting purported letters linking  the former Prime Minister with the Kingfisher Airlines Chairman Vijay Mallya.
Canada Mosque attack kills six," reports The Statesman, "in what the Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau called an act of terrorism."
On the proposed merger of two Telecom companies, The Economic Times headlines, "Vodafone-Idea on conference call to create India's biggest telco."
"After ban outcry, a Trump climbdown, on legal residents holding Green Cards returning to the US from overseas travel," reports The Tribune. The Paper also mentions, "Starbucks to hire ten thousand refugees over the next five years."
And finally, next time you reach for your coffee, try "Mushroom coffee," which is being "hailed as the next superfood," reports Times of India. Whereas coffee may "cause insomnia and exacerbate anxiety, the Finnish makers of Mushroom coffee claim to offer the same caffeine kick without the apparent side effects of the regular stuff."